### Episode 8: "The One Where Nana Dies Twice"
The episode begins with the gang hanging out in Monica's apartment. Monica, Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Joey, Phoebe, and Rosé are all lounging around the living room. Monica is organizing her cookbooks while the others are casually chatting about their weekend plans.
**Rachel:** (yawning) "I'm telling you, I need a vacation. Work has been so crazy lately, I think I've forgotten what the sun looks like."
**Monica:** "Tell me about it. The restaurant's been slammed all week, and I still need to try Rosé's herb frittata recipe."
**Ross:** (serious) "So, what's everyone's weekend looking like?"
**Joey:** "Audition tomorrow. I'm playing a 'handsome doctor with a secret'—so, you know, just another day."
**Chandler:** (sarcastic) "Right, because casting people clearly love subtlety in their soap operas."
**Phoebe:** "I've got a gig at a coffeehouse across town. It's got great acoustics, and the owner lets me sing whatever I want! I'm thinking a whole set of 'Smelly Cat' remixes."
**Rosé:** (teasing) "Smelly Cat: The Remix Album. I'd listen to that."
The gang laughs as they settle into the rhythm of their usual banter. Just as things seem lighthearted, the phone rings, and Monica picks up.
**Monica:** (into the phone) "Hello?... Oh, hi, Dad... What?... When?... Oh my God..." (pauses) "Okay, okay, we'll be there."
Monica hangs up, visibly shaken, and turns to the group.
**Monica:** "It's Nana. She's... not doing well. Dad says we need to get to the hospital."
**Ross:** (getting up) "I'll drive."
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**Scene shift to the hospital:**
Monica and Ross arrive at the hospital, where they meet up with their parents. Ross and Monica's mom, Judy, is frazzled and emotional, while their dad, Jack, is trying to hold it together.
**Judy:** (to Ross and Monica) "She's been slipping for a while now. But you never really expect it, do you?"
**Jack:** "She's tough, though. Always has been."
Monica and Ross share a solemn moment as they make their way to Nana's room. Once inside, they sit beside her, reminiscing quietly about their childhood memories with her. The doctors explain that Nana's condition is critical, and they should prepare for the worst.
**Ross:** (softly) "I can't believe this is happening."
**Monica:** "I know... I just wasn't ready for it to be this soon."
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**Scene shift back to Monica's apartment:**
Meanwhile, the rest of the gang is hanging out, trying to figure out how to be supportive when the situation feels so serious.
**Chandler:** "So, should we send flowers? Or... make casseroles? What's the protocol for supporting your friends when their grandma is... you know?"
**Rachel:** "I think it's about being there for them, right? Just... offering support."
**Phoebe:** (nodding) "Yeah, like showing up when they need it. We could all go over there later, bring food, and just be there."
**Joey:** "And if they don't want food, we could just... sit quietly. I'm really good at sitting quietly."
**Rosé:** (thoughtful) "You know, maybe we just give them space but stay available. People handle grief differently. Sometimes you don't want a crowd."
**Rachel:** "That's true. They probably need some time with their family first."
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**Scene shift back to the hospital:**
While sitting with their parents, Ross and Monica are told by the doctor that Nana has passed. Everyone starts grieving, but then, in a moment of pure sitcom absurdity, Nana appears to *come back to life* for a brief moment, surprising everyone. The doctor rushes in, and a few minutes later, they're told she has passed for good this time.
**Ross:** (in shock) "So... she died twice? I mean, how does that even happen?"
**Monica:** (shaken) "I don't know, but I can't believe we just went through that."
**Jack:** "Your grandmother always had a flair for the dramatic."
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**Scene shift to the apartment:**
Back at Monica's place, the gang has gathered. Monica and Ross return from the hospital, still processing the bizarre situation, and everyone is trying to figure out the right way to offer comfort.
**Rachel:** (softly) "Are you guys okay? I mean... I can't even imagine."
**Monica:** "It's just... weird. First, she was gone, then she wasn't, and then... she was again."
**Ross:** (nodding) "Yeah, it's been... a rollercoaster."
**Phoebe:** (trying to be comforting) "Nana's spirit must've had something else to say. That's what I think."
Monica and Ross exchange glances, not quite sure how to respond to Phoebe's typical Phoebe-ness, but appreciating the sentiment.
**Monica:** "Thanks, Phoebe. I don't know what it was, but it's over now."
**Rosé:** (supportive) "I'm sorry you both had to go through that. If there's anything you need—food, space, music... just let me know."
**Chandler:** "And, you know, I'm here for inappropriate humor. If it helps."
**Monica:** (smiling slightly) "It might later, Chandler. Not right now."
The mood lightens a little as the group sits together, eating takeout food and supporting Ross and Monica in their own way.
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**Scene shift to Nana's apartment:**
The next day, Monica and Ross visit their grandmother's apartment with their parents to go through Nana's belongings. While sorting through her things, they stumble across old mementos that spark memories and bittersweet laughter.
**Monica:** (holding up an old scarf) "I remember this! She wore it every Christmas. I always thought it smelled like peppermint."
**Ross:** (finding a strange object) "What... what even *is* this?"
**Jack:** (looking over) "Oh, that's Nana's candy dish... I think. She never actually put candy in it."
As they sort through more items, Monica finds a box of clothes that Nana had saved from her younger days, leading to more nostalgia. Ross, meanwhile, discovers that Nana had an old stash of money hidden away, which surprises the whole family.
**Ross:** "Look at this! It's like a mini fortune! Who knew Nana was a secret saver?"
**Judy:** (laughing through her tears) "Your grandmother was always full of surprises."
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**Scene shift to the apartment:**
Back at Monica's, the group is sitting around, talking about how life can be strange and unpredictable.
**Rachel:** "So, Nana came back to life for like... a minute? I don't even know what I'd do in that situation."
**Phoebe:** "See? That's why I believe in the spirit world. Nana wasn't done yet."
**Joey:** "I mean, maybe she just wanted to say goodbye twice. Some goodbyes take longer than others."
**Chandler:** (trying to lighten the mood) "Well, next time I go, I hope I get at least *one* comeback. Preferably during a cool moment—like after delivering a punchline."
Everyone laughs, and the mood lightens as the group continues to talk, eat, and simply be there for one another.
**Rosé:** (reflective) "You know, life doesn't always give us the timing we expect. But it's moments like these that make you appreciate who you have around."
The group nods in agreement, and the camera pans out as they continue their conversation, showing the strength of their friendship in the face of life's unexpected twists.
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**End of Episode 8**