Month: August 2022

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Y&R Short Recap Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Chance makes it clear to Victor that he won’t cover up his crimes again if he finds out that he has committed another crime he will be arrested. Chance tells Victor that for the sake of his children and grandchildren he shouldn’t commit another crime.

The rift between Chloe and Chelsea gets bigger when Chloe tells Chelsea to be careful not to develop feelings for Billy. Chelsea is hurt that Chloe can’t see that she has changed and that she and Billy are just friends. Adam listens to Chloe and Chelsea’s argument and tells Chelsea he thought she and Chloe were on their way to being best friends again. Chelsea tells Adam that Billy has decided to stop doing the podcast to concentrate on his job as COO of Chancellor Winters. Chelsea tells Adam that Chancellor Winters wants her to take over the podcasts on her own and he encourages her to do it because she would do a great job.

Kevin figures out that Adam wants him to expose the cover-up about Ashland’s death to get revenge on Victor. Kevin lies to Adam and tells Adam there was no cover-up because Chance did everything by the book. Adam hires someone to steal Kevin’s messenger bag which has his GCPD computer in it. Kevin calls the police and tells them to tell Chief Williams and Chance that his work computer has been stolen.. Adam is thrilled when the man he hired shows up with Kevin’s computer. The man asks for more money since the job was riskier since Kevin works for the police department. The man also asks to keep Kevin’s messenger bag because he likes it. Adam happily gives the man the extra money and lets him keep the bag.

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Days Short Recap Monday, August 22, 2022

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Michele and Cheryl

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Rafe asked Gwen about the mask he got from Leo. She said that Leo couldn’t be trusted. He said he knew she wasn’t at bed check when Abby was killed. Gwen said she didn’t do it. She wouldn’t do that to her father. Rafe wanted her to convince him. She admitted that she left the prison briefly. She said she left after Abby smashed her gift for their father. She put the mask on at the mansion to make Abby think Sarah was hallucinating. She pulled out the syringe and they struggled. She said the mask came off. Abby realized Gwen wanted people to think Sarah attacked her so she could get locked up. Gwen told him the syringe was filled with saline and Abby was just a means to an end. She said they argued over Laura. Abby threatened to call the police on her. Gwen begged her to let her go back to Statesville on her own. Abby gave her an hour and she would call Statesville. Gwen stressed that she didn’t kill Abby. She said Leo killed her. Rafe didn’t think her story got her off the hook for murder. She said Abby was alive when she left the mansion. She wondered if Leo could say the same thing.

Sloan told Leo that Gwen was brought in for questioning. She wanted to hear the whole story. Leo told her about his time in the tunnels. He told her that Gwen him to get a knife and stab Abby. She wanted to know if he took the night upstairs. He remembered putting the knife in his bag, but he wanted to steal from Chad and Abby to pay them back for ruining his wedding. He said he got to their room with his bag and they were having sex. He said he hid so they wouldn’t see him. He said when the coast was clear he used the knife to pick the lock on the jewelry book. He packed his bag and ended up leaving the knife. He said he thought Gwen found it and killed Abby. He wanted Sloan to tell Rafe his story so he could get out of jail. She wasn’t going to do that because the knife placed him at the scene. She told him to keep it quiet until they could slam the door on Gwen. Gabi asked Li why Rolf was in their room. Li told her that he was looking for work. She didn’t want him working for them. She was upset at him for not saving Stefan’s life. He said that she would get down on her knees and thank him for what he did. She wondered what he meant by that. Li and Rolf looked at each other. Li threw him out. He went in the hallway and told Rolf to get back to work. Rafe told Sloan that he was keeping Leo in jail. Gwen was led to a cell and saw Leo. They sniped at each other. Rolf went to his lab and saw Stefan. He woke up and grabbed Rolf’s arm.

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Days Short Recap Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Michele and Cheryl

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Kayla saw Steve cleaning his gun. He told her he was going with Stephanie on her mystery meeting. Stephanie walked in and said he wasn’t going. She said she could take care of herself. She said she couldn’t go to a professional meeting with her father. Steve said he thought the client was Orpheus. She said he was being paranoid. He said he wasn’t taking chances. Kayla tried to stop them from arguing. Stephanie told him to back off and let her live his life. Paulina wanted John and Marlena to convince Abe to run for governor. John said Abe didn’t want to leave his friends to campaign all over the state. He said after the pain of losing Lexie, Abe finally found happiness with Paulina. He asked Paulina why she couldn’t enjoy it. He said she should let Abe make the decision on his own. She said she was, which was why she needed them to help. He said he wasn’t comfortable with that. Steve showed up. Steve and John went to talk. Steve told John his suspicions about Orpheus. Paulina told Marlena that Abe seemed lost. She said Abe needed something to work toward. Marlena said Paulina and Abe needed to talk to see what they both wanted and make the decision together. When Paulina left, John told Marlena that Steve invited them over for dinner.

Rolf was shocked to see that Stefan was awake. Rolf said it was too soon. He tried to keep Stefan in the bed. Stefan took off the helmet and said that Stefan DiMera. He told Rolf that he didn’t tell him what to do. He said it was the other way around. He wanted to know what he was doing in the lab. Rolf said he was shot. Stefan said he didn’t remember anything. Rolf said Stefan jumped in front of a bullet that was meant for Vivian. Stefan said he remembered a gunshot and was starting to remember. Rolf said he was there for four years. Stefan thought he was in a coma. Rolf said he was dead and his heart was donated to someone else. Stefan felt for his heart. Rolf said he had a new heart. Rolf said he kept Stefan alive after his wife donated his heart. Stefan called out Gabi’s name. Rolf said Gabi didn’t know he was alive. Stefan wanted Rolf’s keys so he could go see Gabi. Rolf said he couldn’t drive. Stefan told him to give him the keys. Rolf gave him the keys. He sent a text to Li. EJ accused Ava of trying to seduce Johnny. She said Johnny was comforting her. He said she was pathetic for trying to seduce someone young enough to be her son. She slapped him. She said he saw two people being nice to each other. She said he didn’t care when his brother died. EJ said he didn’t care about Jake or Stefan.

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Days Update Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Joseph Mueller

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Marlena meets John in the town square. John surprises her with flowers. Marlena asks what the occasion is. John says it’s just been too long since they’ve had a date night. They go to kiss but Paulina arrives and interrupts them as she exclaims that they are just the people she was looking for. Paulina then asks to join them.

Kayla goes home where Steve is cleaning his gun. Steve states that he’s going with Stephanie to meet her mystery client tonight but Stephanie comes in and says he’s not.

Ava enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion, where EJ says there is something they need to discuss. Ava tells him that she’s busy and to get to the point. EJ then asks Ava why she’s trying to seduce his son.

Li and Gabi lay in bed together. Li guesses she’s still thinking about Stefan. Gabi says not exactly, but she can’t get what Dr. Rolf said out of her mind that if she knew what he was able to achieve, she’d be on her knees thanking him. Gabi wonders what Dr. Rolf meant by that. Gabi adds that he also said she was showing her ignorance of his powers and wonders if he did something that she should know about.

Dr. Rolf continues working on Stefan in his lab. Dr. Rolf declares “finally!” as Stefan then wakes up and grabs Rolf’s arm. Dr. Rolf says he didn’t expect Stefan to regain consciousness as it’s too soon. Rolf goes to inject him with a syringe but Stefan manages to push his arm away.

Paulina hopes John and Marlena don’t mind her intruding on their date night but says this is important. Paulina states that they are two of Abe’s closest friends and she needs their help. Marlena asks if there’s something wrong. John notes that Abe hasn’t mentioned anything to him. Paulina says Abe wouldn’t which is why she has to, so it’s time for his friends to step up. Paulina tells them that they need to convince Abe to run for Governor since he’s stubbornly resisting. Marlena calls that a very big decision that could change one’s life. John is sure that Abe has reasons if he doesn’t want to run. Paulina argues that Abe can’t see that he could actually win since all the focus groups love him and he’s at the top of every poll. Paulina asks what the problem is since he’d do an incredible job. John responds that with all due respect, the problem is her.

Steve tells Stephanie that they’ve been through this that she’s his daughter and she’s about to walk in to a trap, so he’s not going to let that happen. Stephanie tells him that she can take care of herself and she trusts the person who set up this meeting. Steve says he doesn’t. Stephanie worries that he could blow this deal and wonders what the client would think if her dad shows up with a loaded gun. Steve argues that it’s not a client, it’s Orpheus. Stephanie argues that he doesn’t know that. Steve points out that she doesn’t know it’s not him and she doesn’t even have the name of the person she’s meeting with. Steve asks if Kayla is with him on this, reminding her that Orpheus was planning and threatening to travel to Seattle because their kids live there. Stephanie complains that Steve sounds paranoid and freaked out over the alarm system going off. Steve admits he’s extra vigilant when it comes to Orpheus, but argues that Stephanie doesn’t understand how dangerous he is. Steve brings up how Orpheus kidnapped Kayla and Marlena, sealed them in coffins, and set them on fire. Steve declares that he’s not going to let Orpheus do something like that to Stephanie.

Ava questions what EJ just said. EJ informs her that he happened to be walking past her bedroom earlier after their argument and saw Johnny holding her on her bed. Ava states that she was upset and Johnny comforted her. EJ argues that it doesn’t justify a woman her age going after a man young enough to be her son. EJ remarks that it makes her look pathetic, so Ava then slaps EJ.

Li tells Gabi that Dr. Rolf is an egomaniac. Gabi says he’s also a genius. Li feels Gabi just wounded his pride so he’s desperate to prove himself. Gabi wonders what project he’s working on. Li says he’s always talking about his work and is delusional. Gabi still wants to know. Li asks if she really cares and calls it all madness. Li brings up a rumor he once heard that Dr. Rolf made an army of Marlena clones and says he wouldn’t put it past him. Gabi asks if Li isn’t concerned about what Rolf is up to. Li is sure he has wild schemes in his head but he doesn’t think she needs to worry about him. Gabi decides she’ll take that off her list then. Gabi thanks him for being so reassuring and asks if they should have dinner. Li says maybe later but right now he wants to reassure her more as they kiss.

Dr. Rolf warns Stefan that he could hurt himself as he’s in no condition to get out of the bed. Stefan angrily declares that Dr. Rolf doesn’t tell him what to do as he is Stefan Octavius DiMera and he tells Dr. Rolf what to do.

Kayla tells Steve and Stephanie that they both have a point but notes that Stephanie has to admit it is a bit suspicious that her client is not revealing their name. Stephanie says it happens all the time in her business. Steve assures he won’t come in guns blazing and if it turns out legit, he will walk away and leave her to it. Kayla thinks that sounds reasonable. Steve adds that if it is Orpheus, she will be glad he’s there. Stephanie argues that he’s not listening to a word she says and is treating her like she’s still a child. Stephanie complains that she can’t live this way. Kayla assures that they don’t think of her as a child. Steve refuses to apologize for trying to protect his daughter. Stephanie tells him to back off and let him live her life. Steve decides to go take a walk and exits.

Paulina thinks John feels she is the problem because of her almost tearing down the town square for Price Town but John says it’s not that. John clarifies that it’s the life Abe and Paulina are building together. John states that Abe loves Salem, all of his friends are here, and it’s his home so if she puts him out on the campaign trail for months and then has to move to the capitol, he will miss all his friends and they will miss him. Marlena adds that they would miss Paulina too. John calls Abe the best man he knows and says they watched Abe grieve and suffer when he lost Lexie all those years ago. John knows part of Abe never got over that and he threw himself in to his kids and his work but now his kids are no longer close by, but he’s finally found real happiness with Paulina. John asks why not just let Abe enjoy that.

EJ asks Ava if slapping him was really necessary. Ava says it was and it felt good. EJ questions if she’s sensitive about her age. Ava tells him to go to Hell. Ava says that what EJ saw between her and Johnny was two people being kind to each other, which he wouldn’t understand. Ava explains that Johnny stopped in to see if she was okay after he watched his father treat her like dirt. Ava complains that her husband just died and all EJ cares about is getting his hands on Jake’s shares so he can vote Gabi out. EJ responds that he has a responsibility to his family. Ava is glad it all came out and that EJ showed his true colors. Ava calls him a snake for accusing her of helping Gwen to escape prison, threatening to call the cops, and ordering her to move out if she didn’t hand over her shares. Ava argues that EJ doesn’t give a damn about family since his brother died and he didn’t even blink. EJ responds that he barely knew Jake, so he was nothing to him and neither was his twin brother Stefan.

Stefan questions what the hell he’s doing here. Dr. Rolf tells him to relax. Stefan screams at him that he doesn’t tell him what to do as he works for him. Stefan asks where he is and why he’s here. Dr. Rolf informs him that he’s in a medical facility in Salem, recovering from a very serious injury as he was shot. Rolf explains that people were trying to kill his mother, so he dove in front of the bullet. Dr. Rolf asks if Stefan remembers anything about that at all.

Paulina questions if John doesn’t think she and Abe would be happy as Governor and First Lady. John thinks she needs to give Abe the space to decide for himself. Paulina argues that she is which is why she wants them to convince him. John doesn’t feel comfortable about that. Steve approaches and says he’s sorry to interrupt but asks to talk to John in private as it’s kind of urgent. John then steps away with Steve and asks what’s going on. Steve tells John that he needs his help as he’s afraid Orpheus is going after his daughter. Paulina thinks Marlena thinks she’s being selfish for wanting Abe to be Governor. Marlena asks why she’s pushing it. Paulina thinks it would be great for Abe since he’s been a bit lost since Lani left and he needs something bigger to work for in his life. Paulina doesn’t want to drag Abe away from Salem or his friends and insists they will be back all the time. Paulina thinks it’s at least worth considering. Marlena thinks they need to sit down and talk about this together to see what they both want and make the decision together. Paulina guesses she means no more accosting his friends while they are on a date. Paulina thanks Marlena for the advice and says it’s just hard for her sometimes as when she wants something bad, she goes after it with a vengeance. Marlena praises her and Abe as strong and confident, so she thinks when they sit down together, they will decide what’s right for both of them.

Stefan yells at Dr. Rolf that he needs to get out but Dr. Rolf warns that it wouldn’t be a good idea as he could suffer a setback. Dr. Rolf wants to sedate him but Stefan yells at him not to and shouts that he needs to find out what the hell happened to him. Dr. Rolf reminds him that he took a bullet meant for his mother as he was trying to help her escape from Salem but she got caught and he heroically jumped in front of the bullet to save her. Dr. Rolf asks if he remembers that. Stefan responds that it’s starting to come back and asks how long he’s been in here. Dr. Rolf reveals it’s been four years which shocks Stefan. Dr. Rolf is sorry he had to find out this way. Stefan doesn’t understand and asks if he was in a coma. Dr. Rolf responds that it wasn’t a coma, he was dead.

Li and Gabi lay in bed after having sex. Gabi says she feels very reassured and offers to call room service. Gabi then gets a call from Ava, who says she never got back to her about the job she offered, so she thinks it’s time they finalize the terms. Gabi says it’s not the best time but Ava doesn’t care as she is here with EJ, who is trying his damndest to get her to turn against her. Ava tells Gabi that EJ is standing right there and invites her over for dinner, so they can talk it over like adults. Gabi repeats that it’s not a good time, but Ava says it’s happening with or without her, but she will definitely want to be there for this. Ava hangs up. EJ wants to discuss before Gabi arrives but Ava says anything he has to say to her, he can say in front of Gabi. Ava then heads to the kitchen to plan the menu.

Kayla tells Stephanie that Steve is just worried about her. Stephanie complains that he’s trying to take over her life and it’s getting in the way of her business. Stephanie feels she doesn’t need Steve’s protection as she’s been taking care of herself for a long time and she isn’t going to stop just because Steve wants to keep her in a box.

After Paulina leaves, Steve brings John back to Marlena and says he’s sorry that he took him away from her. Marlena thanks him and asks if everything is okay. Steve says they are working on it. John asks if Marlena has ordered yet. She says no because she was waiting for him. John says that’s good because Steve just invited them over for dinner at his place. Marlena asks if that’s what they had to talk about in private that was so urgent. Steve claims he just didn’t want Paulina to feel left off. Marlena asks if Kayla knows about this. Steve says he’ll text her on the way and notes that Stephanie hasn’t seen them since she’s been back home, so she will be really happy to see them. John asks what Marlena says. Marlena says if it’s what John wants, so they walk off together.

Stefan questions what Dr. Rolf means by telling him that he was dead. Dr. Rolf explains that the bullet killed him and his heart was removed, then donated to someone else. Stefan doesn’t follow. Dr. Rolf tells him not to worry as he took care of everything and now he’s very much alive. Stefan notes that his heart is beating but Rolf said it was removed. Dr. Rolf informs him that he has a new heart now which Stefan questions. Dr. Rolf knows it’s unusual but he’s the one who kept him alive after his wife authorized the donation. Stefan then remembers Gabi.

Li tells Gabi that she doesn’t have to go to the DiMera Mansion. Gabi responds that she has to keep Ava happy but Li says she doesn’t. Li reminds her that Ava can’t flip on her or she’ll reveal that her marriage to Jake is a sham. Gabi says it sounds like Ava is trying to choose between her and EJ. Li feels it’s bad precedent to let Ava feel like she’ll go running over there any time she threatens her. Gabi admits that she hasn’t moved forward with her job offer. Li argues that Ava won’t throw away the opportunity just because she’s playing hard ball. Gabi points out that Ava is with EJ every day and he can be very convincing when he wants to be. Li offers to go with Gabi in case she needs backup. Gabi thanks him for the offer but she doesn’t want Ava to know that he knows her marriage to Jake is a sham. Gabi tells Li to just trust her. Li advises her to be careful. Gabi assures that she’s got this and then exits the room.

Ava returns to the living room with a bottle of wine and informs EJ that she picked out shrimp appetizer and lobster as the main course. Ava asks if there’s a problem. EJ points out that Ava picked the most expensive wine in his cellar and questions what the hell she is doing. EJ remarks that she’s awfully easy with his money. Ava points out that it’s the family money since she is a DiMera. EJ warns her to be careful with the wine glasses as they are family heirlooms. Ava then drops one of the glasses, smashing it. EJ asks what the hell is wrong with her and if she’s insane. Ava then picks up the second wine glass but EJ grabs her arm to stop her. Gabi walks in and asks if she’s interrupting. Ava says no and to watch out for the broken glass. Gabi asks what happened. EJ claims that Ava’s hand slipped. Gabi asks why she’s here. Ava responds that they have a lot of DiMera business to discuss so she’s here for dinner. Ava tells EJ that since he doesn’t have a role at the company right now, what she and Gabi have to talk about doesn’t concern him, so he can leave.

Stefan asks Dr. Rolf where Gabi is. Rolf tells him not to worry about her. Stefan argues that she’s his wife. Rolf informs him that Gabi has no idea about his situation. Stefan questions if Gabi doesn’t know he’s alive. Dr. Rolf says they will deal with that in due time and encourages him to lay down. Stefan refuses, insisting that his wife spent the last 4 years believing he is dead. Dr. Rolf says there is plenty of time to make things right, but he doesn’t want to risk further injury so he will prepare further injection. Stefan orders him to stay away from him as he needs to get home to his wife.

Steve returns home with John and Marlena. Stephanie excitedly hugs Marlena and John as they welcome her home. Kayla remarks that she’s not so sure that Stephanie is happy to be home. Marlena asks if they are missing something. Steve states that they had a disagreement before he left. Steve knows things got tense before and he’s sorry, but he also knows she’s a grown woman and can make her own decisions so he will try to step back. Stephanie thanks him and says that means a lot. Marlena likes to see communication and asks if they don’t want them here right now. Kayla says they are always welcome. Stephanie wishes she could stay but she has an appointment. Steve wishes her luck and hopes her meeting goes well as they hug. Stephanie thanks him and says it means a lot to her that he admitted he was wrong. Stephanie says goodbye to them and then exits. Steve then grabs his gun and tells John it’s time for them to hit it. Kayla questions what is going on. Marlena questions them leaving. John calls for a rain check on date night. Kayla asks where they are going. Steve responds that they are following Stephanie to her meeting. Kayla argues that he promised her that he wasn’t going to do that. Steve declares that it’s his job to protect their daughter. Steve then rushes out with John. Kayla worries that Stephanie is not going to be happy about this.

EJ questions Ava thinking she can dismiss him from his own house. Ava asks if he’s going to hang around their dinner like some creeper. EJ argues that neither of them belong here. Ava and Gabi point out that their late husbands would beg to differ. Ava calls this a private meeting and suggests EJ use this time to look for a job and remarks that Julie’s Place is hiring. EJ argues that they both think their so clever, but they’re really just screwed up, angry, and bitter women. Ava and Gabi joke about EJ still being there. EJ then walks out of the room. Gabi tells Ava that was not what she was expecting when she came over. Ava calls EJ a selfish, controlling, narcissist but says she knows how to deal with guys like him. Gabi asks how she’s going to do that. Ava says she will let EJ hang himself as he completely showed his hand and that he only invited her to move in to manipulate her and now his hostility is out in the open as he wants her gone but she’s not giving him the satisfaction. Gabi says when she came in, she felt a little tension between Ava and EJ that felt a little sexual. Ava disagrees but Gabi says she knows heat when she sees it. Ava argues that EJ was trying to stop her from breaking his family’s precious wine glasses and asks if Gabi wants to help her break the rest of them. Gabi feels that they couldn’t stop looking at each other and brings up the thin line between love and hate. Gabi points out that’s how it started with her and Stefan.

Stefan demands Dr. Rolf’s car keys and says there’s nothing to talk about as he needs to get home to his wife. Dr. Rolf tells Stefan that he cannot drive. Stefan insists that he’ll be fine. Dr. Rolf disagrees and tells him that he needs to get back in bed, pointing out that he’s not even dressed. Stefan doesn’t care, reminding Dr. Rolf that he works for him. Stefan demands Rolf’s car keys again. As Dr. Rolf goes to get his keys, he discretely texts Li messages of “SOS”

Stephanie goes to a dark room for her meeting and asks if anyone is there, then she is startled by a noise behind her.

Kayla tells Marlena that she was really convinced that Steve and Stephanie had worked things out. Marlena says she was too, but she can’t blame Steve for wanting to protect Stephanie. Kayla says she won’t but Stephanie will since she doesn’t want them treating her like a kid anymore. Marlena agrees that it’s unnerving to have Orpheus running free. Kayla wonders what to do about Steve and Stephanie. Marlena says when Orpheus is involved, she agrees with Steve that it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Stephanie asks who is there. John and Steve barge in and Steve covers Stephanie while John grabs the person in the room.

Kayla wishes it didn’t have to be like this, but the more she thinks about it, the more she’s glad that John and Steve are there just in case, then there’s a knock at the door.

John calls for Steve to turn on the lights and when he does, it is revealed that Paulina was the client that Stephanie was meeting with.

Kayla answers the door to see Orpheus has arrived.

Li goes to the lab and asks Dr. Rolf what’s going on and what his texts were about. Li then sees the empty bed and questions where Stefan is. Dr. Rolf responds that Stefan O. DiMera has left the building.

Stefan limps his way back to the DiMera Mansion and starts having a flashback of his last night with Gabi. Stefan declares that he has come back to Gabi.

Gabi tells Ava that she remembers when she and Stefan used to fight. Ava assures Gabi that there’s nothing going on between her and EJ and she has no interest in him. Ava declares that the only DiMera that was for him was her husband. Gabi tells Ava that they are alone so she can stop calling Jake her husband. Ava warns Gabi to keep her voice down as EJ has a habit of eavesdropping. Gabi assures that EJ is gone and they both know that Ava didn’t marry Jake which is the reason she can’t just call whenever she feels like it because she can expose the truth. Gabi reminds Ava that she is not the Widow DiMera. Gabi declares that she is the only Widow DiMera.

Stefan approaches the front door of the DiMera Mansion and says he can’t wait to see the look on Gabi’s face as he then rings the doorbell.

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Y&R Update Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Christine

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Victoria came downstairs into her living room, and she remembered the pep talk Billy gave her the night before. She also recalled that Billy had told her he was thinking about making some changes in his life. Nikki came over, and they chatted. Nikki was glad to hear Victoria slept well. Victoria felt like she’d stepped into her new life and was ready to plan for life after Ashland. Nikki said Ashland met with a violent untimely death. Victoria thought he brought it on himself. She stated that the real tragedy was what Nick was going through. She thanked God Nick was there to save her. Nikki thought Victoria should take some time to deal with the fact that Ashland wanted to do her harm. Victoria said she already dealt with his lies, and now that he was gone, she wouldn’t wallow into how everything went so wrong. She’d already dug deep and mourned Ashland, and now she felt free. Nikki thought that was wonderful. Nikki was less pleased when Victoria said she had a drink with Billy of all people.

Victoria was about to go on a video call about her plans for Newman’s future. She was in a great mood, and Nikki told her to consider the optics, since as far as the rest of the world knew, Ashland had just died in a car accident. Victoria said she’d acknowledge her late ex spouse briefly, noting the irony that Newman Enterprises wouldn’t be the company it was without his dedication to growing the company’s reach. She was also going to put an end to the rumors and speculation about the company. Nikki said there were a lot of employees who were still loyal to Ashland. Victoria would make it clear that they were free to leave, but no other company would offer them the opportunity that Newman Enterprises would.

Nikki suggested they go to the office for the video conference, so Victoria would look more polished. Victoria didn’t think that was necessary. Nikki offered to take down some notes for Victoria to reference during her speech. Speaking to Nikki as her co-CEO, not her mother, Victoria said she needed to know Nikki trusted her. Nikki said of course she did. Nikki thought it was wise of Victoria to get ahead of the internal issues and make a show of strength. Victoria said her true leadership at Newman was about to begin.

Nick went to the ranch to talk with Victor. Nick was still grappling with causing Ashland’s death. Nick said he’d thought he’d killed a man, then because of Victor’s decision, he thought that he didn’t kill Ashland, then later, he realized that he did. Victor maintained that Ashland caused his own death. Nick said that was true, in the big picture, but he’d been forced to lie to the police, thanks to Victor. Nick had struggled to do what was best for Victoria, her kids, his own kids and his parents. After some time and distance from the situation, Nick understood Victor was just trying to be a good father. Victor appreciated that. Nick acknowledged that Victor and his security team had no idea what happened in the house when Victor decided to stage the accident. Nick said Victor acted on instinct, and at his core, he was predictably protective, and he’d do anything to protect his children. Victor said that would never change. Nick admitted Victoria came to this conclusion faster than he did. Nick though that Victoria was more like Victor than any of the other children were.

Nick thought Victor was lucky Chance closed the case. Victor was grateful to his son in law. Nick was surprised and relieved Chance didn’t continue the investigation. Victor was surprised his team had been so sloppy – they’d been fired. Nick asked what if Chance had kept the case open. Victor said that he would’ve handled it. Nick was troubled by how nonchalant Victor was about how close he came to going to jail. Nick wanted Victor to stop taking these risks. Victor said he’d never stop protecting his kids. Abby came over, and they all acknowledged what Chance did. Abby said he’d been right to close the case. Nick said he’d always be grateful, and he left for work. Abby was glad this was over and nothing bad happened to Victor. He intended to thank Chance later. She didn’t think that was a good idea. Abby said Chance had a strict sense of right and wrong. Victor was adamant that Chance did the right thing, but Abby said he didn’t see it that way. She said Chance was used to seeing things in black and white, and this was a gray area for him. Victor felt that, as a husband and father, Chance should know that it was always right to protect your family.

Billy brought Lily’s coffee to the office. He’d planned to give her breakfast in bed, but she’d left the house early to catch up on the stuff she missed while she was on her business trip. He talked about balancing the podcast and being her right hand. He’d figured out what he wanted to be when he grew up. He thought he’d spent time recording to avoid some issues, and that wasn’t fair to Lily or the company. He’d found a replacement. Lily was caught off guard by this sudden news, because she thought that he was quitting as COO. He said he’d found a replacement host for The Grinning Soul. He was walking away from both podcasts and focusing on her and Chancellor Winters. He said they could turn the recording studio into a meditation room. She asked if he really wanted this or if he was saying it because he thought it was what she wanted to hear.

Billy said of course Lily factored into his decision because he loved her. He realized the podcast was taking up too much space in his life, and he’d promised not to let that happen. He wanted to be a man of his word, and he’d told his mother that he wouldn’t let her down after what happened at ChancComm. Lily inferred that Billy was doing this because it was demanded of him. He said he was saying he wanted to be someone with integrity. He didn’t want to do a half-assed job while everyone else was putting their blood sweat and tears into the company. She asked if he was sure, because she didn’t want him to resent her. He didn’t like the feeling that something was changing between them, and he didn’t want to take advantage of her. He said this was where he wanted to be and where he belonged.

Chelsea ran into Adam at the rooftop bar and asked why he was reading the Newman Media website. He said he was trying to stay abreast of the investigation into Ashland’s death. Chelsea assumed Adam’s family was relieved to be done with Ashland. Adam said they hoped. She asked if there was something else about Ashland’s death that was being kept under wraps. He didn’t know. He found out about his family the same way the other lowly non-Newmans did – he read about it. Chloe came up. Adam hoped Chloe and Chelsea became a dynamic duo again. He left.

Chelsea liked Chloe’s dress. Chloe said it was Chelsea’s design. Chelsea knew, but she said it wouldn’t have gone into production if it weren’t for Chloe. Chloe heard the podcast. Chelsea said it was fun, and she faced criticism from the listeners, but she got to give it back to Billy. Billy was the best, according to Chelsea. She said doing a podcast felt like walking on a tightrope, but she felt safe with him, because if she was about to fall, he’d fall first to take the pressure off her. She used to edit herself, but now she felt like she could say how she felt. Chloe felt kind of jealous that Chelsea could let loose with Billy in a way she couldn’t with Chloe. Chloe was really happy Chelsea had this opportunity that was exactly what she needed. Chelsea said she really needed this job – it pulled her out of her own head. Chloe knew Chelsea wasn’t having it easy at Fenmore’s, and she understood why she had to go on hiatus from designing. Chloe thought Rey would be proud of Chelsea, almost as proud as Chloe was. Chelsea could tell something was off with Chloe.

Chloe admitted she was dealing with a lot and some days seemed bigger than others. Chelsea asked if Chloe was afraid to spill because of the animosity between Sally and Chelsea. Chelsea confessed that Chloe was right not to badmouth Sally to her, because if she did, Chelsea would later throw it in Sally’s face. Chloe said she and Chelsea did know each other well. Chelsea thought Chloe was the smartest most intuitive hardest working person, and Sally was lucky to have her. Chloe said her issues were just growing pains, and maybe one day she’d be in a position like the one Chelsea landed in. Billy came up and pulled Chelsea aside.

Billy informed Chelsea that he was leaving the podcast. He thought she should take over. She called that the worst idea he’d ever had. He had faith in her ability to run the show without him. She questioned him walking away, just like that from something he clearly loved. He said the podcast had been a distraction from his commitments. She thought he was saying it was a distraction from his real job, and she said he’d never been more real or more alive than when he was behind that microphone. She said the whole point of doing this was she was doing it with someone who really got her and was really fun. He enjoyed working with her, but he made a commitment to Chancellor Winters. It didn’t make sense to her that he was in a rush to get back into a world that he’d admitted he didn’t belong in. He said he had to show he belonged there and see this through. She vowed to say “I told you so” when he inevitably realized he made a mistake. He left.

Billy went back to work and gave Lily a yin yang necklace. She thought it was beautiful, and she asked if it was because they were opposites. He said it was like them – two central parts that were stronger together. They kissed.

At the park, Kevin was eager to hear how the DA reacted when Chance handed them the evidence of the cover up. Chance said he concluded there was no probable cause. Kevin protested, and asked if this decision came from Paul. Chance said it was his decision. Kevin didn’t understand Chance’s reasoning. He thought Chance had more than enough evidence for the DA to get a conviction. Chance said he made the right choice. Kevin said Chance could keep telling himself that, and whether he pursued the case or not, the evidence still existed. Kevin said there could be serious blow-back for both of them if the evidence came to light.

Chance said the conclusion from the investigation was in the police report, and some of it had been redacted, so it wouldn’t be publicly available. Kevin pointed out that several people knew Victor covered up how Ashland died – he and Chance knew, the Newmans knew, and so did the so did Victor’s security guys. He said the truth always had a way of coming out. Kevin’s mom and brother had played fast and loose with the law and it came back to bite them. Kevin had made mistakes, and he’d worked hard to turn his life around, and he made a commitment to Chloe and his kids. Chance said he did a full investigation and he put everything in the report.

Adam was coming into the park and he saw the discussion. Kevin asserted that Chance would pursue the case if it involved anyone besides Victor. Chance said he didn’t do this for Victor. Adam stepped behind a pillar and listened in. Chance denied that he was protecting his father in law. Kevin said anyone on the outside would say “There go the Newmans again, standing shoulder to shoulder against all foes,” Kevin said. Kevin stated that Chance was a Newman, so people would think he was ignoring the facts. Chance said Ashland showed up at his ex’s wanting revenge, and his death was unintentional, whether it was caused by a car accident or someone protecting his sister. Chance thought it was best not to drag the family through whatever charges the DA might file, because it could be a scandal for the real victim, Victoria. While Kevin fully agreed, he said it was the DA’s call, not Chance’s.

Kevin said this wasn’t like Chance. Chance was adamant that justice was done. He’d run it by the chief, and he agreed. Kevin asked if Victor was just going to get away with this like he did everything else. Chance said that for everyone in the room, justice was done. Kevin pressed the issue, and Chance got frustrated and shut it down. Chance was grateful for Kevin’s help on this job, but it was time to move on. Chance left. Adam walked up and said he overheard everything.

Kevin pretended not to know what Adam was talking about. Adam said he’d heard that someone made a judgment call without thinking of how it’d affect Kevin. Kevin claimed he was fine. Adam said that was true for now, but Chance was a Newman by marriage, and Victor’s newly anointed family hero. Adam thought it was convenient for Victor to have a son in law on the force. Adam said he’d seen this play out before – Victor was going to do everything in his power to make sure Chance stayed squeaky clean, so he could fix all the Newman’s legal problems, and Chance would have no problem hanging Kevin out to dry. Kevin knew Chance was a good man who wouldn’t do that to him. Adam didn’t think Kevin should be so sure about that. Adam told Kevin that the smart thing to do would be to get out in front of this.

Chance came to the ranch at Victor’s request. Chance didn’t realize Abby would be there. Victor said Abby had been adamant that Victor didn’t call Chance. He asked why, and she said she just thought he was busy. She left to relieve the nanny. Victor thanked Chance, man to man. Chance said he didn’t want or need it.
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Adam: Hello, father.

Victor: Hey, son. What are you doing here? I thought you were staying in town.

Adam: Oh, I’m just picking up some of my things. I’d be happy to clear out all my stuff if you would prefer a different tenant. Victoria perhaps? I know you would prefer her company these days. And maybe you could, uh, persuade her and the kids to camp out here permanently, take over the place that you offered me. You know, I think that would only be fitting, dad, considering I’m just used as a placeholder for my sister until her inevitable triumphant return knocks me back into the reject pile.

Victor: For your information, katie and johnny are upstairs asleep, and victoria claims she wants to move back to her home.

[ Keys jangle ]

[ Lock disengages ]

[ Door closes ]

[ Keys clatter ]

[ Doors banging ]

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Ashland: Do you remember when you gave me this ring, huh? The loch family ring. You told me it was a symbol for who I am now. It was supposed to represent our bright, shiny future. What does it represent now, victoria?

Victoria: [ Breathes deeply ]

Ashland: Nothing. Nothing but your lies and your deception. I will never wear it again. But I’m gonna keep it because it will remind me of how cruel people can be.

Victoria: I’m cruel?

I’m cruel? After everything that you’ve done?

Ashland: I loved you! And you used that love against me! You played me for your own personal gain! I was willing to walk through fire for you!

Victoria: Ashland, please calm down.

Ashland: I risked my life pulling you from that burning car only to have you destroy it! I should have left you! I should have let you die.

Victoria: [ Gasps ]

Victoria: You’re sad and ugly and disgusting! No one could ever love you!

Ashland: Don’t say that! Ahh! No — you bitch. No, you are not gonna get to that phone.

Nick: Hey!

Ashland: No.

Nick: Stay right there!

Ashland: No.

Nick: What is going on?

Ashland: Don’t get involved, nick. Your sister and I are saying our final goodbyes.

Victoria: [ Breathes deeply ]

Adam: Victoria is following her usual patterns. She sucks up your hospitality, then she hurries home. Is there a reason you think she shouldn’t this time?

Victor: You obviously know the trauma she has been through, right? That drama with ashland locke has left wounds, traumatic for both her and the children. They don’t even know what their stepfather was capable of.

Adam: Yeah, just like, uh, many people don’t know how ashland locke actually died.

Victor: Why are you bringing that up now?

Adam: I just can’t get over the feeling that you had something to do with it.

Victor: [ Chuckles ] You trying to goad me into something or what?

Adam: No. Look, I’m not looking for a fight, okay? Just the opposite. I don’t want to be accused of slinking on and off the property without saying hello. And now I have, so I’ll be on my way.

Victor: Hey, son. Why don’t we sit down and have a drink together, huh?

Sharon: Wow. The whole family must be so relieved. I mean, now you can finally put this nightmare behind you, especially you and victoria.

Nick: [ Sighs ] And dad, too. Not that he would admit it. Thanks to chance, he is in the clear. But he almost made the situation much, much worse.

Sharon: Well, victor’s methods might not always be the best, but you know he was only trying to help.

Nick: That’s always his motivation, but it’s not always the result.

Sharon: Sounds like you’re still angry with him.

Nick: Part of me is livid with him because of his constant need to control every single situation. Meanwhile, I’m the one who’s up at night worried sick if anything’s gonna happen to him if chance makes his case.

Sharon: Well, have you and your dad gotten to talk about this and how his actions have affected everyone?

Nick: If anything, he blames me for making him tell me what he had done. I should have just left it alone. You know, it’s never his fault.

Sharon: Mm, I wouldn’t let him off the hook now.

Nick: You’re right. I just — I need to let go of some of this aggravation and take a deep breath because it seems like this is gonna be behind us.

Sharon: You have been under a tremendous pressure. I’m glad you’re feeling some relief, but I’m afraid there is another aspect to this you won’t be able to avoid — your own conflict with having killed a man, even someone as horrible as ashland.

Abby: Good night. I know that something has been eating away at you. Was it the conversation that you had with victoria earlier? Did she upset you? And was she pressuring you about the investigation?

Chance: No, no, not at all. She, uh — she was actually surprisingly candid, said she didn’t want to influence my decision in any way.

Abby: Well, that’s a relief.

Chance: Yeah.

Abby: I know that you’ve been churning on the inside.

Chance: After she left, kevin showed up with some new information.

Abby: Evidence?

Chance: Mm-hmm. I can’t go into detail, but it was clear to me I had to make a call on what to do next.

Abby: And?

Chance: Well, I just came from the ranch. Saw your family. Investigation’s over. Wrote my final report. Ashland locke died of head trauma most likely suffered during a car accident. File it tomorrow, and then i will move on.

Abby: [ Exhales heavily ] Okay. Um… that’s amazing. I mean, that means my dad was innocent. There was no cover-up.

[ Chuckling ] Oh, my god.

Chance: No, abby. There was evidence of exactly that. (Assad) since my mother

Abby: I don’t know what to say. I was hoping that, for once, my father hadn’t gone rogue.

Chance: Well, here’s the deal. Even though I did have evidence that backed up victor was behind the cover-up, it wasn’t conclusive. There were gaps. I was missing pieces. I mean, there was just enough for a prosecutor to think twice before taking it to trial.

Abby: So, that was your reasoning. You couldn’t prove your theory.

Chance: If I would have kept digging and pursuing the evidence I have, I believe i could have got there. Yes, what we had so far, a criminal case could have gone either way. But, hey, at the end of the day, no matter what happened, ashland’s death was an accident. So I made a judgment call. I opted to embrace the car crash as the most plausible cause of death.

Abby: Well, I know this case has been weighing on you heavily. So, why aren’t you more relieved that it’s over?

Sharon: Right after ashland died, you came to me and you wanted to talk. You explained how you were upset over having taken a life, any life, even though you knew you had acted in self-defense. And then you got caught up in what victor did, and then you were concerned about what the police were gonna discover. And I’m thinking that you used that as a way of avoiding confronting your own feelings.

Nick: I mean, in some ways, all that chaos kind of pulled me out of my own head. You know, it was a distraction. Not exactly a welcome one, but it gave me a place to focus on something besides my own guilt.

Sharon: And are you ready to face those feelings now? I don’t mean right this second. There’s no time limit. I’m just saying I want you to know that I’m here when you’re ready. Maybe you can explore what’s going on inside without the constant sense of dread of everything that’s been hanging over you lately. And I’m happy to listen. And if you want, I’ll help guide you through this.

Adam: Connor’s taken a little detour from sports lately.

Victor: Oh, yeah? Into what?

Adam: Coding. He’s, uh, fascinated by it.

Victor: Coding? What the hell is coding? Whoa. Huh. I’ll be damned. You know, we miss that boy. Both nikki and I do. Whenever he’s here, he brings a smile to our faces. I’m sure that kid will be very, very successful.

Adam: Unlike his dad. Serial failure.

Victor: I didn’t say anything like that.

Adam: No, but it was implied.

[ Clears throat ] You rarely say what you actually mean.

Victor: What do you mean, what’s implied? That’s pure nonsense you’re talking about. You trying to goad me into something or what? You trying to piss me off? Not gonna work tonight. I’m feeling good.

Victoria: Ashland?

Nick: Can you find a pulse? Vick.

[ Knock on door ]

Victoria: [ Gasps ]

Billy: Vick, it’s me. You in there?

Victoria: [ Exhales heavily ] The door’s open.

[ Door opens ]

Billy: Hi.

Victoria: Hi.

Billy: I know it’s a little bit late, and I don’t want to intrude, but I was driving by. I saw your car in the driveway and your lights on. I thought you said earlier that you were gonna stay at the ranch.

Victoria: Oh, yeah, well, at that point, I hadn’t planned on — on returning tonight, but when I got to the ranch, i just — I felt like I wanted to come back home.

Billy: Is this your first night back since —

Victoria: Since ashland died? Yes. Yes, it is. You know, it’s funny. Walking in here, it struck me how — how nothing has really changed [Breathes deeply] And yet everything has.

[ Sighs heavily ] I have moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.

Victoria: [ Sighs ]

Billy: You feel better?

Victoria: Much. Thank you.

Billy: So, why did you decide to come back?

Victoria: I don’t want to uproot myself or the kids.

Billy: I understand that, but why tonight? Because, you know, you don’t have to rush any of this. You could have waited until the investigation was resolved.

Victor: It was resolved. It’s over and done with. Case closed.

Billy: What do you — what do you mean? You didn’t mention that earlier.

Victoria: I didn’t know about it then.

Billy: Come on. You want to share some of this with me, or did you swear secrecy?

Victoria: Okay. I…

[ Sighs ] After I left the bar and returned to the ranch, chance was there and informed us as a group that his official findings were that, after the fight, ashland left the house, got into his car, drove off, and died in a crash.

Billy: “Official finding.” Meaning?

Victoria: I-I — chance is gonna submit his final report to the department. That’s just the language that they use, billy.

Billy: Yeah, well, it sounds like a euphemism to me.

Victoria: I have no idea what you’re talking about.

Billy: Look, I got to ask you. Be straight with me. There’s more to ashland locke’s death than the rest of us know, isn’t there?

Chance: I am relieved that i made my decision on this case. Trust me. But it was not easy. I mean, I think your dad orchestrated a cover-up. I believe that. And my evidence wasn’t conclusive. So I just had to ask myself, what am I gonna accomplish from doing all this? I’m just gonna continue to expend department resources when there is so much more out there crying for my attention right now.

Abby: Like closing all of rey’s cases. I know that’s important to you.

Chance: For starters, yes. And then there’s the human element to consider.

Abby: My family. Yeah.

Chance: I mean, after everything that ashland did to victoria and your whole family, is it right for me to just drag them through some more hell? I know for a fact there wasn’t any malice or premeditation leading up to his death. And whatever happened, the injury that killed him was an accident. But I believe that ashland died as a result of that altercation.

Abby: So you’ve said.

Chance: And victor reacted in the moment. It was ill-advised, and it complicated the hell out of things, but it happened. It can’t be undone. The people who know about it are gonna have to live with it. Nick’s gonna have to come to terms with killing ashland, and victoria’s gonna need time to heal. Although I bet your dad is celebrating. That’s for sure.

Abby: Look, my father will always do what he believes is right to protect his family. And I will never be able to thank you enough for choosing to protect him.

Chance: Look —

Abby: To protect our family.

Chance: Look, I made a choice, alright? And I would — I would really appreciate it if you would stop acting like it was the right one just because I came down on the newmans’ side of things.

Adam: Well, you seem very pleased with yourself. Why is that? What major win have you scored now?

Victor: My family is happy, and when they’re happy, I feel good.

Adam: Mm. I see.

Victor: Yeah.

Adam: You’re gonna make me pull it out of you bit by bit. Okay.

[ Glass thuds ] Well, the latest threat to the newmans was ashland locke.

Victor: Well, that S.O.B. Is thankfully no longer with us.

Adam: Mm, that eliminated some of the danger, but his death had its own turmoil. So, what changed?

Victor: All conversations about ashland locke are past tense, okay? Guy’s dead as a doornail. And any investigations into the circumstances of his death are now closed.

Adam: What?

Victor: Yeah. They’re closed. Chance was here earlier. He said he was no longer going to investigate the circumstances of ashland locke’s death, so victoria can now pick up the pieces of her life. So can we all.

Adam: That’s your win.

[ Laughs ] There really was something to investigate after all, wasn’t there? And naturally, you shut it down. What the hell did you pull this time, dad? (Vo) red lobster’s seafood summerfest is fire!

“The young and the restless”

will continue.

Victor: Okay, I’m — I’m gonna entrust you with the real facts, with the expectation that you keep it private.

Billy: I promise you, whatever you tell me, it’ll stay between us.

Victoria: Although nicholas and I didn’t know it at the time…ashland did die here.

[ Sighs ] We went outside to get our bearings, and my father sent his security team in here to remove the body and stage an accident.

Billy: In order to protect nick from being blamed.

Victoria: Dad didn’t know it at the time. He didn’t — he — he didn’t know about the fight. All he knew is that ashland was lying on my floor, dead. He wasn’t even sure who he was protecting.

Billy: Just covering his bases, huh?

Victoria: Nicholas was furious, and he felt like dad had made things so much worse. And then of course chance suspected dad of covering things up, and he started looking for evidence and pursuing new leads. He was completely relentless. And then tonight, he told us that he concluded that there wasn’t enough evidence to, um — to prove that a crime had been committed, and he closed the case.

Billy: Just like that?

Victoria: Just like that.

Billy: Well, I’m glad he let it go.

Victoria: Although I got the impression that it wasn’t easy for him.

Billy: I’m sure it wasn’T. Just like I’m sure this isn’t easy for you. I mean, obviously, this is upsetting being back here, realizing that your ex didn’t actually die in a car crash, that it —

Victoria: Happened here. You know, part of me is glad that I was in the kitchen and I didn’t see nick punch him, I didn’t see him fall. That memory is the last thing that I need etched into my brain.

Billy: Oh, for your sake, I’m glad that’s true, too.

Victoria: I’m just so worried about nicholas.

[ Sighs ] He has to live with the knowledge that he — he took a man’s life. Even though his actions were justified, he never meant to hurt anyone. I’m so worried about what that will do to him.

Nick: I have no problem being open about my feelings toward ashland. I absolutely hated him. I don’t care who knew. I didn’t try and hide it. There were days when I wished he was dead. But then to actually see him dead on the floor, knowing that I caused it… I don’t know what to do with that. Some nights I wake up in a cold sweat, reliving that whole night.

[ Sighs ] I don’t know. I just — I wonder… how things would have played out if it happened differently.

Sharon: Hey. It was never your intention to take his life. Even if you had thought about it in the past, on any level, you need to separate your feelings for ashland from the events of that night. You were defending your sister. And, you know, you were protecting yourself, as well. And chance — I mean, we both know that he’s as righteous and honorable as they come. And he’s weighed all the evidence, and he’s declared that it was an accident. The fact that he has let this go just proves he believes that you are innocent. You’re not at fault.

Abby: I’m really sorry if i said the wrong thing. I didn’t mean to make you more upset.

Chance: One of the main reasons I was drawn to the military and then law enforcement — there are rules. There is the right, and there is the wrong, legal and illegal. You break the rules, you get punished.

Abby: I owe you an apology. I have been telling you that this was your decision to make and meanwhile I was forcing this “family first” idea onto you and that was not fair. But, really, I — I just want to be here for you, for whatever you’re feeling, even if that’s how disillusioned you are with my father, with my family… with me.

Chance: Honey, I’M…

[ Sighs ] I’m sorry. I really appreciated all your support. And I know I put you in a bad spot being on this case. I believe I came to the right determination, given the facts. I honestly do. And I just hope that nick and victoria can begin to move on.

Victor: So, why do you think I pulled anything?

Adam: Come on. Are — are we really gonna do this, dad? Fine.

[ Glass slams ] I’ve heard certain things. I’ve talked to a lot of people…

Victor: Mm.

Adam: …Including chance.

Victor: Mm.

Adam: News reports said it was a car crash, but it wasn’t that simple, was it, dad?

Victor: I don’t know.

Adam: The accident happened in a ravine nowhere near ashland’s place, but it wasn’t that far from victoria’S. Now, if it was just a routine car crash, why were the authorities looking into it?

Victor: Yeah. Why, indeed? Beats me.

Adam: Chance seemed pretty disturbed by what happened. And when I was leaving town, he told me that I should stay because my family might need me.

Victor: Well, how kind of him.

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victor: Where were you intending to go?

Adam: Oh, that doesn’t matter. But after that, I saw nick and sharon, and it looked pretty intense, like she was talking him off the ledge. Now, god knows nick and ashland didn’t care for each other. So, why would nick be so upset?

Victor: [ Chuckles ] No clue.

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victor: Now, for someone who claims he wants to leave the family, you’re awfully interested in our business.

Adam: Yeah. Yeah, and later on, I talked to abby, who seemed to think that chance was keeping things from her, too. Now, why all the secrecy for just a routine crash? I mean… and I also thought sally knew more than she was saying, but she was asked not to publish anything negative, which, dad, i have to tell you, quite frankly, that was crossing a line.

Victor: Now stop beating around the bush. Ask your question.

Adam: Did you cover for nick or victoria? How did locke really die? And how did you convince chance to just look the other way? Time. It’s life’s most precious commodity,

Victor: Son, you can attack me all day long, alright? But leave chance alone. He’s an honest man.

Adam: Fine. So, what happened?

Victor: Ashland locke threatened to become violent with victoria. Nicholas intervened, protected her. I then protected both of them. Chance decided to no longer continue the investigation into ashland locke’s death. He laid it to rest. That’s what family does, son, in moments of crisis. You, however, decided to leave us all, leave newman media, and put in charge your former girlfriend, who none of us trust.

[ Glass thuds ]

Adam: You claim to believe in family loyalty, except when it is inconvenient or it goes against your master plan, dad. I have been loyal as hell. You just don’t see it.

Billy: Nick is a strong, steady guy. He’s got a support system. I believe that he’s gonna be strong enough to overcome what’s happened to you.

Victoria: I don’t disagree with you. But I just want to be there for him. I want to be his sounding board while he’s going through this.

Billy: I understand that. I mean, looking at it, it’s kind of a minor miracle. You guys were pretty far apart in tuscany. You came back together strong, supporting each other.

Victoria: Well, it’s always been about ashland. He was right about him the whole time.

Billy: Yeah, let’s forget about that, okay? Let’s start to put ashland in the past, make him history.

Victoria: Alright. You know, when chance told me that he’d be closing the case, i just felt this giant weight lifting. That’s why I wanted to come home, you know? I just — I didn’t want to waste one minute getting back to life. But then when I got here, it just — all these memories came flooding back, and I’m really grateful you showed up when you did.

Billy: Wow. My timing didn’t suck for once.

Victoria: No. Actually, it was perfect.

Billy: [ Chuckles ] You know, when I first got here, you mentioned that this house looks the same, that our home now looks the same as it did the day we moved in. Sorry. Your home.

Victoria: Don’t apologize. It was our house.

Billy: Exact replica of the “father knows best,” what you always wanted.

Victoria: Look at how that metaphor turned out.

Billy: Mm-hmm. My father immediately had me arrested after we said our wedding vows on the front lawn, and he hasn’t stopped guiding me ever since.

[ Laughs ]

Billy: It’s nice to see you laugh.

Victoria: Well, you remember how I told you at the bar earlier that your dark sense of humor still cracks me up for some reason.

Billy: Oh. Yeah, well, what else am i good for? Look, I don’t want to, uh, make this all light because the truth is you did build something with ashland, and now all of that is gone. I’m not gonna shed a tear for that man. But I also just want to make sure that you’re alright and that you are ready to move on because I don’t want you causing any more pain for yourself. There’s already enough of that out in the world.

Victoria: I appreciate that. But I refuse to let ashland take my home from me.

Billy: Good. Now, how about we get rid of all that bad juju and talk about some good times?

Victoria: Alright. Where do you want to start?

Billy: Well, naturally, we start with the kids, right? So, um, I’m gonna say, uh, water balloon fights with them. That’s a blast.

Victoria: Snowball fights in the winter.

Billy: Yes.

Victoria: Yes.

Billy: Yes. The smell of hot chocolate and burnt cookies.

Victoria: [ Chuckles ] Well, I guess I can’t be good at everything.

Billy: [ Chuckling ] That’s true. But you do make a mean take-out order.

Victoria: Thank you. Painting together. Decorating for christmas.

Billy: Mm-hmm. Don’t forget my mean carpentry skills, where I built you the bookshelf, the exact replica of what you had when you were a child.

Victoria: I guess you’re not good at everything, either.

Billy: Hey, now. Come on. That wasn’t half bad.

Victoria: Those percentages sound about right, don’t they?

Billy: Geez.

Victoria: [ Laughs ]

Billy: What about bringing johnny home?

Victoria: Celebrating katie’s christening.

Billy: Yeah. I guess it’s only fair that, uh, we keep it real, right, and we talk about some of the tough times we went through.

Victoria: [ Sighs ]

Billy: One thing that comes to mind is how difficult it was for you when you were trying to have another baby.

Victoria: Delia’s death. I hope it doesn’t sound terrible for me to say it, but thinking about these memories that are a little bit darker, they — they bring me comfort, too.

Billy: Why is that?

Victoria: Well, because we made it through. We survived it. And here we are. We’re sitting together, talking, after all these years. We’re almost friends, even.

[ Both laugh ] I think that if I can get through those difficult times, still feel like this is my home, I could probably get through just about anything, including ashland.

Billy: I have no doubt.

Victoria: You know, when i first came back in here and i saw where it happened, where he died… but now, is it insane that you’ve made me feel like i should be toasting the future?

Billy: It’s not insane at all. At marshalls, our buyers spend every day hustling

Victoria: What should we drink to?

Billy: That’s a dangerous question.

Victoria: I’m not going to drink to ashland’s death.

Billy: No, no, no. That is far too morbid.

Victoria: Among other things, yes.

Billy: How about to catharsis?

Victoria: Perfect.

[ Glasses clink ]

Billy: You know, I have to say…you really are at the place that you always dreamed about being at. And I know it’s been difficult to get here, but you’re running the newman family business. It’s bigger and stronger than it’s ever been. And most importantly, you are the best mother to the most amazing kids that this planet has ever seen.

Victoria: I do have a lot to be grateful for.

Billy: Yeah. And now we are moving on from what’s-his-name and all his horror, everything that he put you through, there is nothing — and I mean this — nothing that you can’t conquer.

Victoria: Thank you.

Billy: I mean it, vick. You’re so impressive. You’re an amazing woman. And I’m — I’m just so proud of you.

Victoria: [ Chuckles ]

Billy: And to be honest, I’m a tiny bit jealous.

[ Chuckles ]

Victoria: You mentioned earlier at the club that, uh — that you felt a bit at sea lately.

Billy: Yeah.

Victoria: What is that about?

Billy: Just thinking about making some changes.

Victoria: Care to share?

Billy: Nope, not tonight. Because tonight is all about you and your fresh start. To new beginnings.

[ Glasses clink ]

Victoria: Hear, hear.

Adam: I’m not gonna sit here and — and let you shame me for not being a loyal newman. I’ve done nothing but work to defend my sister and protect this family. I’m the one who brokered the deal to get ashland out of our lives, and it was you and victoria who undermined that. If she hadn’t gone to such extremes by taking his money and humiliating him, if you hadn’t taken steps to prevent him to see harrison… you backed the guy into a corner. You pushed him to lash out. And, I mean, I’m the one who went and I warned victoria and nick that he was out for revenge. So, whatever happened that night, however nick defended our sister — none of that would have happened, dad, if you trusted my original plan. Ashland locke would have disappeared on his own accord. He would have taken the money, and he would have been out of our lives. And you know what? Maybe he still would be alive.

Victor: And how in the hell would that have been a better outcome?

Adam: [ Scoffs ] I’m — I’m happy for you. I’m glad that you’re out from under that monster’s influence.

Victor: Mm.

Adam: But do remember — and, dad, you should know this better than anybody — there’s always another shoe out there that’s waiting to drop.

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Olivia: Okay, status report. Dante: Uh, coolers are full. Got some meat in there, got drinks in there for kids and grown-ups alike. Okay. Dining tent is up. The tables are set. Parking valet is ready to go. Where’s willow? She’ll be here soon. She definitely does not want to miss the — all: The first annual picnic to support the G.H. Children’s wing! Yeah. Who is this now? Oh. He works for sonny. Hope I’m in the right place. Well, we’ll see about that. What are you doing here, dex? I don’t appreciate being kept waiting, spencer. Sorry, ava. I’m a little busy, since I have to report to pentonville soon. Because you admitted on the stand that you broke out of spring ridge? I was trying to give trina an alibi. Her jury needed all the reasonable doubt that they could get. That’s very noble. But since you never do anything that doesn’t benefit you somehow, the obvious question is, what is your angle? Willow, hey. I thought you’d be at the picnic. I will be. I just… I need to meet with dr. Westbourne first. Right. Right. Here’s hoping I’m still in the mood for a picnic when we’re done. You don’t have to answer this, of course, but… no. I haven’t told michael yet. Seems pretty simple, right? It’s four words. Four words. “Michael, I have leukemia.” Look, I know it’s — it’s going to be difficult, but you deserve all of the support you can get. If I was in michael’s place, I would want to be there for you. There you are. Hello, willow. Commissioner ashford. Good to see you. Well, I should get going. Thanks. See you. So, mom, what brings you by? I was following up on a case, and I thought, since I’m here, maybe we can have lunch. That sounds great. Um… so how about I meet you at the metro court in, um… in — T.J. Why do I get the sense that you’re trying to get rid of me? Because I am. Hear that sound? What sound?

[ Sighs ] The sound of contentment. Mm. Peace. It’s almost as if… all things are right with the world.

[ Laughing ] That part, yeah.

[ Sighs ] And now that trina is free and she doesn’t have to worry about that anymore, we can finally just enjoy the summer. Yes, we can. Look, I know this whole ordeal has taken a toll on you and trina. Not just because of the trial, but — the things that we had to do to get the result that we wanted. But you took most of the risk. You got oz to testify before that jury rendered its verdict. Well, that was all because of you. I-I mean, thank you so much for your support. There’s no way I could have even thought about going through all of that if you weren’t standing right by my side every step of the way. Well, if it was up to me, that’s exactly where I would be for the rest of our lives. You’ve been very mysterious about what we’re doing today. Because I want you to guess. That’s all. Well, I can’t guess, ’cause I don’t have a clue. Okay, the G.H. Fundraiser picnic, right, is today at the quartermaines’. Yes, I know that. Just like I’m sure you know that I was pointedly not invited. But I was, and I want you to come as my date. You want me to be your date at the quartermaines’? Yeah. I’m one of the hospital’s largest donors, and I can bring who I want. And the fact that my presence would really stick it to the q’S… is that why you’re inviting me, or is it just an added bonus?

[ Laughing ]

The rest of our lives? Wow. I like the sound of that. Well, I’m glad, because, you know, it’s time we started talking about our future. Oh, okay. What did you have in mind? Well — curtis, portia. Hey. I’m so glad I ran into you. You here to enjoy the pool? Oh, no, no. I’m here on business, actually. I picked up a gig at the metro court gardens next week. I’m here going over some last-minute details, and there’s some pretty fine details in there, if you know what I mean. Congratulations, pop! Congratulations. That’s really wonderful. We’ll be sure not to miss it. Well, you know I always play better for family. Look, I’m going to leave you two to your rest and relaxation, alright? Why don’t you stay? Why don’t you hang out with us? No, no, no. I’m not dressed for this, okay? Besides, I got an appointment over at G.H. Is, uh, everything okay? Yeah, yeah. Everything’s fine. It’s just a check-up, that’s all. You know what? What the heck? I can sit for a minute, right? Right. Okay! Here we go. Why not? Oh, man. You know, portia, I can’t tell you how much I’m waiting to celebrate trina’s victory in court. Yes, it’s gonna be amazing. It’s going to be a party to remember, trust that. Anything I can do to help, just let me know. You know what? I think you’ve already done your part. I talked to trina, and she told me that you spoke to her and influenced her to plead not guilty and to stand up and fight. I’m glad I could help, but I only told trina the truth. The biggest mistake in my life was running away from my family. How are you coping with the news? That I have cancer? It’s terrifying. Surreal. I know it’s a lot to take in. But it’s not all bad news. We did catch it early, so we can do something about it. I know chemotherapy is the recommended course of treatment. Starting as soon as possible. Right. I did some research on my own, but online or in my studies, one thing was consistent across the board. If I start chemo now, I could harm or even lose the baby. Is that right? Yes. That is true. I don’t want pick a fight with anybody. I just want you to come as my date. That’s what we’re doing, right? Right here? That party is going to be full of people who despise me, sonny. It’s not a family event. It’s for the hospital. You have every right to be there. Well, it means so much that you want me to be there and that you’ll fight for me. I would never let anyone disrespect you. I know that. And that’s exactly the reason why I’m not going with you. I’m delivering the raffle prize donated by corinthos coffee. Ooh, what’d sonny sent us? It is a state-of-the-art espresso machine and a year’s supply of coffee. It’s out in my car. You have a year’s supply of coffee in your car?

[ Laughing ] Well, it’s an S.U.V., Actually. But no, I have a few bags and a gift certificate for the rest. You drink a lot of coffee, little man? I don’t drink any, so a year’s supply would be…zero. Good math. How about I walk you to your car now? I’ll bring in the machine. No, I’ll get someone to unload it. You work for sonny? Yeah. Come in. Have something to eat. Come on, sweet pea.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Oh, great. There’s an issue with the sound system in the tent. Gonna go fire up the grill.

[ Sighs ] It was nice meeting you. Dex. Nice meeting you. Brook lynn. Cool name. I know.

[ Crunching ] Dex, I told you not to come here. Yeah, it’s an emergency, okay? Sonny’s pissed. After all that work, your plan could be going down in flames. What was my angle? Mm-hmm. I knew you were up to something. I just couldn’t figure out what that was. You asked me whose side I was on. Well, good news, now you know I was team trina the whole time. Well, that’s obvious now. But trina didn’t know it. Do you have any idea how much you hurt her? Do you know that from the moment she met you, she insisted that there was good in you? Despite the lies, despite esmé, despite all of it, she believed in you. Spencer, if she had known that you returned that faith, this would not have been as difficult for her. I thought that I was doing the right thing. Yeah, of course you did, because widespread chaos seems right to you, so that’s what you do. You cassadine men are the same. You hurt somebody that you claim to care about, then you swear that you’re sorry, that you had good reason, but… it’s too little, too late. What do you want from me? How about some honesty? Is that a joke? Ava, you’re the most deceitful woman that I know. You lied to me when I was a child. You promised me that you were going to testify against valentin. I didn’t lie. I changed my mind. And when half your face gets melted off, pretty boy, then you can tell me that you would not have done the exact same thing. I can only hope that my father doesn’t give in when you inevitably come crawling back to him. You want honesty, spence? I got some honesty. I have truths that will lay you to waste. Yeah? Take your best shot. Okay. Just remember, though, you asked for it.

what are you waiting for? You see, you have this fantasy that without me, you and your father would be as close as when you were a boy. But I am not the problem. I never have been. The fact is, esmé and your precious daddy — ava! Don’t say anything that you’re gonna regret. Oh, I’m not gonna regret it. I’m gonna savor it. Savor what? What are you talking about? Whatever your reasons, whatever you say right now is only gonna hurt you, not spencer. That sounds like a threat. Is that a threat? If it is, I think you ought to walk it back. It’s not a threat. It’s just… some perspective, okay? My son is going to a maximum security prison for 3 months. You’ve been to prison, and I’m sure that you never want to go back. Depends on the alternatives. Whatever animosity exists between you and spencer, the one thing you both need to remember is esmé is gone. And good riddance. I’m only sorry that she’s not going to pay for what she’s done. Your mistakes are — are water long under the bridge. I just… I just want us to move forward, you know? In fact, portia and i were just talking today, earlier, about the future, and I’m so glad you’ll be a part of it. So am I. Well, that’s what I want, too. I’ve been worried for so long, terrified that my schizophrenia would pose a threat to everyone I hold dear. Even though I wasn’t having any symptoms, it still, it… it hung around my neck. Like the meds could stop — stop working at any moment, which is possible. And if they did, man. I just — I just couldn’t risk hurting anyone, or even — even embarrassing anybody. But you know what? You don’t have to worry about anything like that anymore. Right, I mean, even if it did get worse, not that it will, you know we’ll always be here for you. I appreciate that, son. All in all, I’ve been lucky. In fact, I was wondering, curtis, have you — have you thought any more about getting genetic counseling? Oh, I’ve been pretty busy lately. And even if curtis did inherit the genetic predisposition for schizophrenia, he’s far past the usual age of onset. Anyway, there’s no reason to even think about curtis having symptoms. I mean, a predisposition, that’s no guarantee that the illness will actually develop. Thank god you were spared that. Yeah. I mean, it looks like I’m in the clear. The only reason I would get tested is if I were to have children, because they could be affected. Wait, is that the plan? Are you two gonna give me some more grandchildren?

[ Laughter ] Marshall told me that he made an appointment here today, and I just — I figured the two of you shouldn’t cross paths, considering… considering the tragedy of tommy’s death? Right. I assume your grandfather won’t be too pleased to meet me. I mean, he’s been in town for quite a while, and the two of you have never been in the same place at the same time. Obviously, that’s not a coincidence. I’ve kept my distance. I didn’t want to get in the way of the chance for you to know your grandfather. But it looks like he’s here to stay. I hope so. Then I don’t think it’s practical to keep avoiding marshall, unless that’s what you want. Dante? Mm-hmm? Are you coming to my play? It’s this, “a midsummer night’s dream” by william shakespeare. I wouldn’t miss it, man. It’s a bit of an adult kind of play, isn’t it? The entire show is 30 minutes long, and no one kid is on the stage for more than 10 minutes, so… I play bottom. That’s a funny name. It sure is. He turns into a donkey, so I get to wear a donkey head. It’s really cool. Nice. I’m totally loving this theater therapy. Mm-hmm. It allows the kids to use their god-given communication skills. You know, to ask clearly for the things that they want and they need. Oh, yeah? Might be nice if they had something like that for neurotypical adults, huh? Really, ma? Okay, sorry. Sam is out with danny and scout on the front lawn, setting up the games. Good. Maybe you should go out there and give her a little bit of help. Unless, you know, you think that’s moving too fast for sam. Maybe I will. Maybe I won’T. Sorry.

[ Breathes deeply ] What was that? Sorry, I shouldn’t say anything. Well, did you promise not to say anything? Good point. Okay. Sam and dante — he wants her to move in, and she’s afraid that it’s moving too fast. She’s not ready to take that next step.

[ Crunching ] Mm-hmm. You know what the two of them need?

[ Mouth full ] Oh, no, no, no. You don’t mean… they need to be hit by a good, old-fashioned — both: Sicilian thunderbolt! You want dante to be hit by italian lightning?

[ Both laugh ] No. Honey, it’s not an actual thunderbolt. C’mere, c’mere, c’mere. My nonna tuccia had a very special recipe called a sicilian thunderbolt. Mm-hmm. Now, listen to me. This very simple concoction had the power to unite reluctant lovers and make them see that they were destined to be together. What do you mean? Okay. If two people — let’s just say, for instance, sam and dante — if they’re really meant to be together, they drink the sicilian thunderbolt, and suddenly, the clouds are lifted from their eyes and they’re able to see their undeniable true love for each other. A love potion. Yeah. Like oberon makes for titania. Kind of. Well, the love potion in the play would make the person fall in love with the next person they see, which would be a no-no. We don’t want that. That’s good. But for the sicilian thunderbolt to work, the two people have to be right for each other. Then why do they need the sicilian thunderbolt? Well, sometimes people just need… they’re taking their own sweet time, and what they really need is a good, swift kick in the —

[ Clears throat ] They — they just need a little push. Encouragement. Exactly. That’s exactly it. How does it work? Because your fetus’s organs are developing in the first 12 to 14 weeks, chemo in the first trimester can cause severe birth defects or even miscarriage. Terry said my cancer is still in the earliest stage, so I think chemo has to wait until my baby’s further along. And that would be ideal, but delaying treatment can be extremely risky. We’re only talking a matter of weeks. When dealing with cancer, conventional wisdom is that any delay is dangerous. If it has time to spread, you could not only lose your baby, willow, you could lose your life. Well, I won’t accept that. I’ve already lost one child. I will not lose another.

I think you’ll survive. Yeah, but I’d have such a better time if you were there. Oh, no, you won’t, sonny. Okay, here’s what will happen. Michael’s gonna confront you — one, because you showed up at all, and two, because you showed up with me. And then, carly, she’ll pretend that she doesn’t care that we’re together, and then she’ll inevitably find some reason to confront me about something. It’s none of their business what guest I bring. Except it is, because wiley will probably be there, and willow and everyone else will do everything possible to keep me… away from him. And that will hurt. And meanwhile, everyone will be watching and whispering. And olivia, she’ll be waiting in the wings, just waiting for her chance to give me a piece of her mind. And there you’ll be, fighting this nonstop battle and making sure no one disrespects me. That’s really not my idea of a good time. Well, let’s hear it, ava. What’s this big truth that you were going to tell me? The guards can’t protect you at pentonville. Prison is a dangerous place, especially for a young man of means. You can’t scare me. Besides, uncle sonny has people looking out for me in there. No one can look after you 24/7. You have to be careful. Watch out, ava. You keep talking like that, I’m gonna start thinking you care. Well… you did try to help trina, even though you messed it up. So close. So close to being a human being, ava. I’m gonna head out. Okay, we were supposed to talk about your trust fund. Do what you want. You always do anyway. It’s not like I’m going to need it behind bars. Thank you for not telling spencer about me and esmé. I didn’t do it for you. I know. I did it because of those not-so-subtle hints you were dropping. What are you gonna do, nikolas? You gonna turn me in if I don’t behave? That’s not what I was saying at all, ava. If esmé’s body is ever found, you knowing that I slept with her gives you motive to have killed her. And your only hope is to convince the world that you and I are in a happy marriage, which means that you are going to have to move back to wyndemere…

today. I’m touched by your concern, T.J., But I take responsibility for my part in the confrontation between tommy and shawn. Honestly, I’d rather clear the air between marshall and I. Are you sure? You want marshall in your life, which means marshall and i are going to bump into each other at holidays, special occasions, and just randomly. I love having more family. I love it. But you’re my mom, and I never want you to feel uncomfortable in my home. Olivia: The sicilian thunderbolt recipe was passed down generation after generation. I think I still have a copy of it up in my hope chest. Oh, as I recall, it was pretty simple, right? Like, a bunch of fresh herbs, and she’d make some sort of blessing over the mixture, right? And a flower — like in the play. Yeah. You know what? That’s right. That is a really good guess. How did you guess that? It only makes sense. Fair enough.

[ Chuckles ] And you know what kind of flower it was? It was a very special flower that she grew in her garden. It was called… oh, a cupid carnation. Yes! Yeah. A cupid carnation, and it had to be picked fresh, just before you combined all the other ingredients. I’ll tell you what — nonna tuccia swears that that was what made nonno carlo — it gave him the guts to propose to her. Good for her. I can see how it could be scary, taking the next step. Might be nice to get a little nudge. We can talk privately. What’s going on? Sony went through the roof when he found out I was given a discharge to avoid a court martial. Okay. You’ll be fine. Sonny will cool off. I warned you he was digging into my background. Yeah, I know. This was all part of the plan. Look, your past is part of the reason that I hired you. Because almost getting court martialed for striking a superior officer is such a big selling point? In this case, yes. Knowing that you protected a family from an abusive man the same way that sonny wishes that he could’ve protected his mother from his stepfather will only further his opinion of you, and he’ll trust you more. I don’t know. He was really pissed. Like I said, he’ll cool down. And once he does, this is what you’ll do next. Cancer doesn’t care what you will or won’t accept, willow. It’s trying to kill you. We have to stop it. What is the rate of miscarriages during chemotherapy during the first trimester? Some studies indicate almost 38%. And the second trimester? Close to 10%. I’m willing to accept some risk if it protects my child. We need to wait until the second trimester. We can’t say for sure that the cancer is going to get worse. Oh, it’ll definitely get worse, willow. Can I say with any certainty that this gamble will or won’t pay off? No, I can’T. There’s no way to know that. Do you want kids? Um, I don’t think kids are in my future. I’ve always wanted to be a mom. And wiley, he is my greatest joy, and with all due respect — oh, no one ever said anything nice after saying that. I don’t mean to be harsh, but if you don’t want kids yourself and you’ve never lost a child… …you can’t possibly understand. Your course of treatment is your personal choice, but it is my job to help you make an informed decision. I want to give my baby the best chance at life as possible. Then you should also know that if you wait, there is no guarantee that your body will be able to carry a baby to term. You could go through all of this, you could risk everything, and lose your baby anyway.

S I hate to admit it,I see your point. Okay, so, outside the castle, we will pretend to be the happy couple. Inside the castle, you will leave me the hell alone. Agreed, darling? Agreed, darling. Fabulous. I’m headed to the gallery. That’ll have to wait. What? Why? Because you’re going with me to the quartermaine picnic. Hey. Coast clear? Oh, yeah. Olivia’s not here. Oh, good. Man, my mom. I mean, I love her, but holy…

[ Mouth full ] I know you do. When she thinks she’s right about something, her boundaries, they just go right out the window. Oh, yeah, she’s nothing like the rest of us q’S. I mean, we really respect boundaries.

[ Scoffs ] I did not notice that. Yeah. I can’t imagine how you missed it. Anyways, why all the pushing? You and sam seem solid.

[ Scoffs ] We are. What’s going on with you and chase? Nothing. Same as always.

[ Mouth full ] Oh, so you’re still using him to get back at linc? Excuse me. I would never use chase. Do you hear me?

Never. Marshall certainly doesn’t beat around the bush, does he? Oh, my goodness. He makes your aunt stella seem demure.

[ Both chuckle ] Well, I guess we haven’t talked about having kids.

Kids? You know that’s plural, right? Yeah. You know, my brother tommy, he was my best friend, and I’ve always wanted that for my children. You know, siblings you can count on. Like trina. Oh, can you imagine how fiercely protective she would be? Oh, yeah. Yeah, I can. Yeah. So is that the future you were wanting to talk to me about? Do you want to have kids? There’s some other things I want first. Are you saying I have to choose between myself and my baby? I strongly recommend that you not delay treatment. You can get a second opinion, but I’m telling you right now, willow, it won’t be different. If I wait, the chemo could still be successful, and then both the baby and i would survive. That’s — that’s possible, too, right? Yes, it’s possible. Have you ever had a patient in this situation before? Again, willow, every case is unique. What did or didn’t happen with — dr. Westbourne. Britt… please. Yes. A few years back, I had a patient in a similar situation, and she chose to delay treatment. And? The baby survived. She died. Right. I… I think I need some time. Time is the one thing you don’t have, willow. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have. I’m sorry. This is just the reality of your situation. And while the choice is yours, fortunately, you don’t have to make it alone. I need to talk to michael.

I just need to check on some labs. It will only take a minute. You still free for that lunch? I can make the time. Good. Is there any chance molly can join us? I wish. I just talked to her. She had lunch with her mom and her sisters, and she’s back at work. I’m glad I’m the commissioner. Otherwise, I’d never see molly at all.

[ Chuckles ] That part. T.J., I was hoping to run into you, boy. Grandpa. Grandpa, I would love for you to meet my mother. Mom, this is curtis’ father, marshall. I was waiting for this day to come. Now, before anyone says anything, let’s just — T.J. Go ahead and do what you need to do. I’ll meet you at the metro court. Mr. Ashford and i will be fine. I’m sure you have some things you want to say to me.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, yes, I do. Commissioner ashford, you did not do right by my son. But then again… neither did I. Ben, ben, ben. You’ll always be ben to me. Why dante and lulu gave you that stupid name, I’ll never know.

[ Scoffs ] Rocco.

[ Knock on door ] Just a minute.

[ Clears throat ] Come in. I come in peace. Have you got a minute? Yeah. Come in. You okay? I’m fine. What are you doing here? It better not be for another favor. I’m here to apologize. You did that already. I know… but not as much as I should have. Not nearly enough. Go on. Um… back then, during my first apology, I wasn’t able to tell you what was really going on, but now I’m finally able to tell you the truth. This better be a coincidence. I called frank. He said you might be here. Okay, well, then, I’m gonna call frank, ’cause you’re supposed to stay out of my face. I have to apologize about the misunderstanding. It wasn’t a misunderstanding! You withheld information. You know what that’s called? Do you know what that’s called?! It’s a lie! I’m sorry I didn’t disclose the trouble I got into when I was in the service, but I didn’t think it was relevant. I decide what’s relevant, not you! Knowledge is power. Don’t ever keep anything from me again. I won’T. I swear. Okay, then. Wait, you said again. So does that mean I still have a job? So what is it that you want that’s so urgent? Well, you know.

[ Laughing ] What? Did you see that? What? Babe, there’s something in the pool. Hang on a second. Wh–

[ Water splashing ] Oh.

picnicat the quartermaines’ with you? The cassadines have always supported general hospital. If we didn’t make an appearance, people would comment. Oh, people would comment? Why didn’t you just say so? We can’t have that. We can’t have people commenting. And maybe you’ll have fun. Stranger things have happened. Dante and sam deserve to be happy, and I’m gonna help. Britt: You did all that for trina? Talk about no good deed going unpunished. You’re paying one heavy price. I can handle it. Pentonville’s no joke, spencer. You’ll need to watch your back, quite literally. I’ll be okay. I just wanted to make sure that you and I were good again before I leave. Yeah, we’re good. Spencer. So, I mean, what did trina say when she found out everything you did for her? She doesn’t know. And she’s never going to. All that, and you’re not going to get her back? Trina was never mine to lose. I never had her. I never deserved her. What trina deserves is to forget about me and to be happy. You’re not fired.

Yet. Thank you. I really appreciate the second chance. I won’t let you down again. Good, ’cause you know what? You’re gonna spend every day proving to me that I didn’t make a mistake. Understood? You got it, boss. You can go. Hey, there you are. Here I am. What’s wrong? Can we sit down? I need to tell you something. I thought you’d be angrier with me about what happened to tommy. Look, don’t get it twisted. When I heard that you had betrayed my son and he had lost his life in the process, my thoughts of you were very far from christian. That’s fair. Except I’m in no position to judge you. There’s a whole lot of something something you don’t know about. You see, commissioner ashford — please. Jordan. Jordan. I believe… I might have been responsible for tommy’s death.

[ Cellphone rings ] Molly. What’s going on? No worries. I’ve accepted that we may never share a meal again. Did you find it?

[ Laughs ] Yeah. Well, what is it? It’s our future. Oh, my god.

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Gwen: God, leo, you little praT. I knew that was stupid to trust you. You must’ve gone to the dumpster and retrieved the mask and given it to the bloody cops.

[Tense music]

Rafe: You know, talking to yourself can indicate a guilty consciencE.

Gwen: [Sighs] Look, I think that there’s been a mistake.

Rafe: Oh, i think that there have been a series of mistakes. And the biggest one made was yours, because you– you trusted leo starK.

[Door opens]

Leo: Well, did they arrest–

Sloan: Gwen rizczech? Yes, she’s upstairs now, thanks to you selling her down the river.

Leo: Oh, don’t remind me, but it was either her or me.

Sloan: Well, I’m sure you really wrestled with that one.

Leo: Just tell me, does this mean I can get out of this hellhole?

Rolf: I can’t promise to program stefan’s feelings in accordance with your wishes and kristen’S. I can only promise to do my best work.

Shin: That’s all I can asK. I have faith in your, rolf. Please, keep me updated on your progress.

Rolf: I will.

Gabi: Why didn’t you tell me you were meeting with this creep?

Shin: [Clears throat]

Gabi: What the hell are you doing here?

Male announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “days of our lives.”

[Soft orchestration]

Gabi: Damn it, li, why in god’s name did you let him in?

Shin: Dr. Rolf came by with a proposition.

Gabi: Oh, he did, did he?

[Laughs] Okay. Oh, I have a proposition for yoU. Why don’t you head back to prison where you belong?

Shin: That’s not going to happen. The governor pardoned him.

Gabi: Oh, so what, you just stopped by for tea?

Shin: He came by looking for work.

Gabi: I suggest you try madasahattercrapdoctor.Com.”

[Cell phone ringing] You can take that in the corridor, because you’re gonna work for us over my dead body.

Rolf: I’m fine with that.

Kristen: Damn it, rolf. This is no time to go radio silent on me. Did you talk to shin about killing stefan’s unfathomable love for gabi and aiming it at chloe? I need to know as soon as possiblE.

Chad: Kristen? What are you doing here?

Kristen: Chad, I didn’t expect to see you here.

Chad: So you’re at large again? I heard about the pardon. Congratulations, I guess.

Kristen: Well, I am just grateful that I get a second chancE.

Chad: Second? Wouldn’t it be more like a 302nd?

Kristen: Hm. Chad, dear, always so droll.

Chad: What are you doing here at marlena’s office? Trying to figure out why you’re such a terrible person?

Kristen: No. No. Brady would only let me see rachel in what he calls a “neutral territory,” under supervision.

Chad: You saw rachel? Is she okay? Did it go okay?

Kristen: It was heaveN. And how are thomas and charlotte?

Chad: They’re not great.

Kristen: I’m so sorry, chad.

Chad: So where is marlena?

Kristen: She was called out and I’m gonna have to get going soon too.

Chad: What about your call? The one about chloe.

Kristen: Uh–

GabI: Please get him out of here.

Rolf: I don’t see why you need to be so hostile.

Gabi: If you don’t– you need to have your memory checked because mine’s intacT. I know exactly who and what you are.

Rolf: Surely we can let go of the past.

Gabi: Oh, sure I can just let go of how I begged you to save stefan’s life and you refused.

Rolf: I did not refusE. There was nothing I could’ve done! The man was beyond saving!

GabI: You worthless hack. You know that’s not the whole story.

Jack: All this time, not knowing who did it. One suspect after another, evidence coming and going. I thought that was hell, but– that is nothing compared to…gwen.

Jennifer: But how could it even be? She was in prison. She was locked up.

Jack: Xander said that he and sarah figured it out. How gwen got out that night. How she went to the mansion. How the woman that lucas thought was sarah wasn’T.

Jennifer: The mask?

[Soft dramatic music]

Jack: [Breathing shakily] I–i don’t even have the words. But if my daughter–

Jennifer: Oh, god. Just say it, jack. If your daughter killed our daughter… That’s what we’re facing, isn’t it?

Jack: I’m so sorry.

Gwen: You know, I find it remarkable knowing what you know about matty cooper, aka leo stark, that you would believe a single word that comes out of his mouth. My god, I mean, he would say anything to save that perfect bubble ass of hiS.

Rafe: It’s not something that he said. It’s the physical evidence that he produced, the mask. The mask that had been used more than once to assume the identity of dr. Horton and implicate her in a crime that she never committed.

Gwen: I was in prison when abigail was murdered.

Rafe: Yeah, so you claim. But if you were in your little cot in cell block c at the time when they did the bed check, at the same time that lucas horton came down the stairs and saw sarah horton drop what looked to be a weapon and then pick it up before she ran out, then you would have an alibi. But you weren’t there for bed check because you were– I don’t know. Who knows where you were. Only you.

Gwen: I didn’t kill my sister. So you can’t prove that I did. I didn’t kill her! I’d never do that to my father.

Rafe: So maybe you didn’t. You see, but your problem is, you can’t just say “I didn’t do it,” because there’s no way that a jury would believe yoU. There’s no way that a jury will want to believe you. The jury is gonna want to make you pay for what you have done. So you have one shot. You have to make me believe you.

[Tense music]

Gwen: All right. Here it is… the truth.

[Device beeps]

Gwen: My name is gwen rizczecH. I have been read my rights, and I waived the right to have an attorney presenT.

Rafe: Thank you.

Gwen: Where do I start?

Rafe: Where were you the night of june 10th?

Gwen: Okay.

[Sighs] Xander and sarah were right when they said that I missed bed check and that is because I left the prison temporarilY.

Rafe: How?

Gwen: That doesn’t matter. The point is, is that I managed to escape. So I went and I– I got the mask and– before I go on, I need to go back a bit and tell you why.

Abigail: I have zero interest in playing games, gwen, so tell me why I’m here or I’m gone.

Gwen: [Voiceover] I asked abigail to come see me at statesville that day. It’s about jack.

Abigail: What did you do to my father?

Gwen: [Voiceover] She was pretty hostile. Our father.

Abigail: What did you do?

Gwen: [Voiceover] But I had a favor to ask her.

Abigail: You just said he could get hurT.

Gwen: [Voiceover] The next day was our father’s birthdaY. If he’s not properly celebrateD.

[Voiceover] I had made him a mug in art therapy class, and I asked her to give it to hiM.

[Non-voiceover] I want him to know how much I care for him and that i wish I could be with him and send him my love. So I made him a gift.

Rafe: And how did she respond?

Gwen: [Voiceover] She dropped it–on purpose.

Abigail: Whoops.

Gwen: [Voiceover] It was smashed to bits.

[Sighs] God, it still makes me cross just to think about it.

Rafe: Was that just a few hours before she was murdered? Please answer vocally.

Gwen: Yeah.

Rafe: So you had an agenda coming from the prison.

Gwen: I guess you could say that.

Leo: I was living in the mansion’s basement at the time, so yes, I was there that day. You know all this.

Sloan: Yes, but pretend that I don’t; take me through this step-by-step.

Leo: Hello?

[Voiceover] After certain, uh, reversals, i needed a place to hang my hat. Guinevere, thank you for checking up on mE.

[Voiceover] Gwen told me about the tunnels under the dimera mansion. I’ve been able to wend my way through these tunnelS.

[Voiceover] I got in and set up housekeeping.

[Non-voiceover] Very “prisoner of zenda.” Well, it’s not the ritz, but it beats sleeping on a bench in prospect park.

Sloan: Until you were discovered by abigail’s son and you told him you were the tooth fairy.

Leo: A rose by any other name. Anyway, I realized I had to get out of there, but I was entitled to whatever I could get my hands on first. Chad and abigail destroyed my one chance of happiness with craig wesley, so i helped myself to some food, couple bottles of bubbly, which was a pittance compared to what they owed me. So before I left for good, I went upstairs to abigail’s bedroom.

Kristen: I could go on and on and on about chloe, but trust me, you don’t want me to do that.

Chad: So then you’re not going to tell me?

Kristen: Fine. Maybe you haven’t heard. Gabi has given me a position at dimera overseeing basic black, where chloe is floundering. Such a disaster, that womaN.

Chad: Yeah, i’m sure you gave her a fair trial. I bet the fact that she’s with brady now doesn’t play into it at alL.

Kristen: All right, you know what, let’s just talk about something else. How that happened to your hand, for example.

Chad: This? This is nothing.

Kristen: Okay, well, it doesn’t look like nothing.

Chad: Okay, what, do you think I’m lying?

Kristen: Well, I think you have a reason, because you’re not looking me in the eye right now. And I think there’s a reason that you came to marlena’s office. Is it about abigail?

Chad: Go to hell.

Kristen: Okay, hold on. Hey, hold on. I am not trying to play “gotcha” with you. Chad, I can see that you have the weight of the world on your shoulders right now, and I came over to the house to see how you were and ej said that you had moved out. I am so sorry about abigail.

Chad: Sorry? You don’t care about anybody but yourself, kristen.

Kristen: Chad, you’re my brother. You’re family. Believe me, I do carE. I do.

GabI: You creep. You told me there was nothing you could do for stefan. And then jake showed up, and you made me believe that he was stefan, that his memory issues could be cleared up with one of your injections. The same drug that abigail was injected with, and suddenly I became the main suspect.

Shin: Gabi, you don’t need this stress–

Gabi: No, no, no, I am just getting started. No, maybe you should donate your brain to science. Maybe they’ll find a cure for your particular brand of insanity. You’re a joke. You’re a loser, a laughing stock.

Rolf: Am I? You only show your ignorance of my powers. If you had any idea what I had achieved, you’d get down on your knees and thank me.

Gabi: Really? Just what the hell does that mean?

Gabi: I asked you a question.

Shin: I agree with gabi. You’re worthless. She’s the ceo, what she says goes. I’m taking you out of this hotel personally. You almost blew everything. Now go back to that looney bin you call a lab and finish the job.

Chad: And did you give a damn about me when you aided and abetted to kidnapping my wife? Held her prisoner on that island?

Kristen: YeS. Yes, yes. I–I have done terrible things, chad. I’m the worst of the dimeras. And that is really saying something. But you? You’re the best of us.

Chad: [Laughs drily] Well, that is a very low bar.

Kristen: Yeah. I think you came to this office to ask marlena for some help. You see, I never asked for help. I was circling the drain and just doubling down on all things dimera. And now I have to ask permission to see my daughter, whom I love more than life itself. I can’t even be in a room with her alone, chad. I love her. I love her, but I wasn’t strong enough or humble enough or good enough to put her firsT. But you arE. You are. And you are going to get through this awful pain because not only do you love your children, but look at me, you are fundamentally a good man. You’re going to put charlotte and thomas first. You’re not going to fall apart like I did. Mm-mmm. Because they need you. They need you, and you will be there for them. Because that is what good parents do. So i’ve been told. You know what? This–this may not mean anything to you… but chad, I am really, really sorry for what I did to you and abigail.

Chad: The time that she was on that island was time that we should’ve been together. That is time that we will never get back.

Kristen: You’re right. I’m no use to you.

[Soft dramatic music]

I really wish I was.

Jack: There’s nothing I can say to make this better. All I can think is how I have made everything worse. Gwen…how many second chances did i give her? I wanted her and abigail to be sisters. That’s what I wanted. That’s what– I think that was selfish. I th–

Jennifer: Jack. Jack. Listen to me. Listen to me. Look at me. I didn’t blame you for what happened. I didn’t and I don’T. But sweetheart, I need you to get through this. Okay? For our sanity’s sake? I need you to look forward, not back.

Rafe: Take me back to that night.

[Tense music]

Gwen: The house was quiet when I slipped iN. And I put the mask on before i went inside, just in case anyone saw me.

Rafe: Why the mask?

Gwen: Sarah had come to see me at statesvillE. And I knew that she was dealing with some residual issues from the drug injection. She was seeing people, thinking that they were kristen and even attacking some of them.

Rafe: So you took that information and you ran with it. You’d attack abigail, and then you’d make people think that it was sarah.

Gwen: I’m getting to that. Once I got to the top of the stairs, I went to abigail’s room and I saw her sitting on the bed. She was working.

[Door opens]

Abigail: Sarah? What are you doing here?

Gwen as sarah: I’m not gonna let you get away with it, kristen.

Abigail: Kristen? Uh, no, sarah, it’s me, abigail.

Gwen as sarah: I am not going to let you hurt me again.

Abigail: Sarah, what are you doing? Sarah, i’m not kristen.

Gwen as sarah: Don’t try to trick me. Let’s see how you like getting a syringe full of rolf’s drug to scramble your brain.

Abigail: [Grunting]

Rafe: Syringe? What about the murder weapon?

Gwen: Let me finish. Abigail fought back hard. She never was a pushover.

Abigail: [Grunting] What the hell? You? You’re supposed to be– doesn’t matter. You’re going to prison right noW.

Gwen: Abigail, let me explain.

Abigail: You think you’re gonna explain this?

Gwen: This is because sarah, she’s–she’s off her rocker. Everyone she looks at, she thinks is kristen.

Abigail: Oh, I see. So if “sarah” attacked me, then they’d lock her up and you’d get to get rid of her and me at the same time? Is that it?

Gwen: Abigail, please.

Abigail: Is this because of the stupid mug? I get a dose of rolf’s drug because I broke your prison art project?

Gwen: No, this– this is just saline. It’s not even the real thing. I don’t have any of the serum left. I used the last of it on sarah. Look, it doesn’t matter what you think of me anywaY. I’m not that petty. You were just the means to an end.

Rafe: So you’re claiming that you didn’t kill abigail?

Gwen: That is exactly what I am claiming. You already have the murderer behind barS.

Sloan: So what exactly did happen in that room?

Leo: I’m trying to tell you. Gwen called me; she was furious with abigail over some dumb mug she’d made for her dad. She actually wanted me to get a knife and use it to stab abigaiL.

Sloan: And you didn’t think of telling someone that?

Leo: No. We’re besties. But the weird thing was, she’s, like, babbling on about this knife and then there was one right there on the purloined breakfast tray. I mean, talk about crazy karma.

Sloan: That was crazy. Are you telling me that you took the knife upstairs? You were thinking about murder.

[Tense music]

Leo: [Voiceover] Uh, I was thinking about stealing. I told you before, i was not about to leave empty-handed, but I also wasn’t going upstairs without a backup plaN. Trouble is, once I got up there, the bedroom was a little crowded. Hello?

Abigail: [Laughing]

[Speaking indistinctly]

Chad: He’s never seen two people kissing before.

Abigail: In this house, maybe not.

Chad: Mmm. So is this whole– the whole temperature thing, is that real?

Abigail: It’s pretty reliablE. I have some other signs too.

Chad: Well, then let’s seal the deal.

Leo: [Voiceover] I had to wait it out while the two of them did the nasty. But once chad was done with his connubial duties, he took the kids to the movies and abigail stayed behind to work.

Sloan: Hm. And that’s when you–

Leo: Lord, you are impatient. Will you hear me out?

Leo: Now, where was I? Right, once chad was gone, abigail sat down on the bed and got to work on whatever drivel she was writing. I thought I’d be stuck in there forever. If she saw me, i knew it wasn’t going to end well for me, but she wasn’t going anywherE. Then I got a break. Should i have kept going? Of course. But there was a jewelry box right there on the dresser. I took out the knife I’d slipped into my bag, and I used it to jimmy the lock.

Sloan: Okay, back up. I want to know more about the knife. Describe it to mE.

Leo: I told you, it was from my breakfasT. It was very sharP. Steak and eggs, perfectly done.

Sloan: Damn it, leo, focuS. Where’s the knife now? You left the knife there?

Leo: What do you want? I was in a hurry. And then, well, I guess it was there on the bureau when gwen arrived. After I was gone, she must’ve gone upstairs wearing the sarah mask, and the sight of the knife must’ve triggered something dark inside of her. She grabbed the knife, and in a frenzy of rage, killed abigail. That’s the whole story. Now, go tell the chief and get me out of here.

Sloan: Oh, that’s the last thing I’m going to do, no matter what gwen did after you took off.

Rafe: But that’s not the whole story, is it?

Gwen: [Sighs] No. I’m getting to it.

Abigail: I am the means to an end? Boy, I didn’t think you could get more pathetic, but congratulations, you just sunk to a new low. Let me get you a ride back to statesville.

Gwen: No, no, please. Look, I’m begginG. I’m begging you. Please, listen to me.

[Spluttering] This was a horrible plan. I admit that. And, look, you’re fine. And I’m just bloody humiliated. I mean, I’m not going to get xander back, am i? Isn’t that enough?

Abigail: No.

Gwen: Look, let me– I’ll just go back to statesville on my own, and you never have to see me again. We’ll just pretend this never happened, all right?

Abigail: And why would I do that? After everything that you have done? And not just thiS. You still refuse to tell me what you did to my grandmother.

Gwen: I didn’t do anything to her, okay? I swear. It was an accident. It happened exactly the way that I told our father that it happened. And I didn’t tell you that because I–

Abigail: You enjoy torturing me, that’s why.

Gwen: Abigail. I didn’t kill heR. I swear I did not kill her. Let me just go back to statesville. I’ll just serve out the rest of my imprisonment, just– just let me go, please. Please.

[Dramatic music]

Abigail: One hour. And then I’m gonna call the prison and if you are not there, I swear, there is nowhere on this earth where you can hide from me.

Gwen: I don’t deserve that.

Abigail: You deserve to burn in hell is what you deserve.

Gwen: Thank you. You happy now? Now that you know how pathetic I really am?

Shin: I really enjoyed tossing that jerk out in the gutter. Hey, you okay?

Gabi: That bastard. He made me remember the way stefan died and how much I hoped he’d come back.

Shin: If I’d have known you were coming back, I would’ve thrown him out earlier.

Gabi: It’s not your fault.

Shin: Maybe i can help you forget about all that stress.

Gabi: I’d like that.

[Suggestive music]

Rolf: I hope you haven’t touched anything. Those are delicate instruments.

Kristen: Okay, park the attitude. You didn’t call me back.

Rolf: I couldn’T. I was in the midst of a most unpleasant encounter with gabI hernandez. Huh. So tiresome.

Kristen: Okay, you didn’t let her know what was going on down here, did you?

Rolf: Of course not. I’d gone to confront li shin about his attempt to shut down stefan’s life support. I told him i wasn’t having iT. I thought you’d appreciate that.

Kristen: Yeah, well, you know what, forget about li shin. I need you to stay focused. Now, I know he talked to you about erasing stefan’s feelings for gabi. I just–I need to know, can you do that?

Rolf: It will give me great pleasure to wipe out his love for that impudent she-wolf forever.

Kristen: Li and i have slightly different goals. When you bring stefan back, li wants him to have no interest in gabi. But that’s not enough, rolf. I need him to have laser-focused aim on chloe.

Rolf: Hm. Perhaps you’d like him to come back as a nuclear scientist too, hm? But one thing at a time, right? This will be a delicate operation, some would say impossible. I’ll need to amplify his brainwaves just enough to manipulate his memories and feelings, but no more than so that I don’t–

Kristen: So you don’t what?

Rolf: We wouldn’t want to compromise his viability in the process.

Kristen: Uh-huh, meaning?

Rolf: We wouldn’t want to kill him!

Kristen: Okay, you’d better not, rolf.

Rolf: Then let me get to it. I’ll need total concentration… and solitude.

Kristen: Fine. I can do that. But I want results.

[Dramatic music]

Rolf: Work with me here.

Rafe: Well, you’re right. That was really, really pathetic. But it does not get you off the hook for murder.

Gwen: No, I swear, I–

Rafe: You swear, you swear. Listen, after all the lies that you have told, your swearing does not mean squat. I mean, come on. You knew the minute that we picked up leo that you were going to have to come up with some story as to why you were in the room. Now, if you wanted to implicate sarah, you could’ve just put on the mask and attacked anyonE. Why go to that house? Why go to the dimera mansion with an elaborate security system, full of people who loathe you?

Gwen: I–I don’t know. I was–I was crazy. I was crazy, yes, I know. I just wanted to maybe scare her a little bit. But, god, I didn’t want to kill her. And everything I have said lines up with what you already know. I ran out of that house, and lucas saw me.

Rafe: Oh yeah, lucas saw you. He says he saw you drop something that might’ve been the murder weapon.

Gwen: It was the syringe. I dropped the syringe. I ran out of that house as fast as I could, and then I hid the mask, I ditched the syringe, and– yes, i made it back a little bit late to bed check. I did not know abigail was dead until the next day. She was alive when I left the house. Can leo say the same thing?

Leo: I don’t see why you don’t believe me.

Sloan: Oh, no, I actually do believe you. But telling the police that you were in possession of what’s most likely the murder weapon could be disastrous for you. It puts you in the room, alone with the victim, with the murder weapon.

Leo: Leo in the boudoir with the knife.

Sloan: Yes, and as we know of now, went missing after you left it behind. From here on out, this stays between us. At least until they slam the door on gwen rizczech.

[Soft dramatic music]

Chad: So it was gwen all along.

Jack: I’m so sorry.

Chad: What about leo? Where does he fit in?

Jennifer: We don’t know. Are you okay? Chad…say something.

Chad: I’m going to go make the kids dinner.

Rafe: What?

Sloan: Oh, well, gee, I’m sorry to bother you with such trivial matters such as justice and rights of the accused. But now that you have the real murderer in custody, call the da and tell her to let my client go.

Rafe: Okay, did you–did you really go to law school? Listen, without the murder charge, trask has more than enough to hold leo without bail, okay? Breaking and entering, possession of stolen property, robbery–I mean, a murder charge is still a possibility, all right? So yeah, I’m gonna go ahead, and I’m gonna hold on to my two suspects.

Gwen: You threw me under the bus, matty, just to save your own skin. Well, two can play that game.

Leo: Oh, yeah, yeah, just what lies did you tell them, gwen?

Shin: Are you hungry? Should I order room service? Gabi?

GabI: Huh?

Shin: Hey. Where’d you go just now?

Gabi: [Laughs drily]

Shin: You still thinking about stefan?

GabI: Not exactly. I just– I can’t get that thing that rolf said out of my mind. If I knew what he was able to achieve, I’d be on my knees, thank him? What–what do you think he meant by that?

Rolf: So gabi, I’m a joke, am i? Hmm? A loser? Ha!

[Suspenseful music]

Rolf: FinallY.

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[ Knocking ]

Jordan: Officer. I gotta let him in.

Sheila: You can’t do that! If he sees me, I go back to prison and so do you.

[ Knocking ]

Hope: Thomas will be here any minute.

Brooke: So he’s taking douglas to eric’S.

Hope: Yes. But just for the night. And normally I wouldn’t give that a second thought. He’s done overnights and weekends before, but now knowing that thomas wants him to live with him full time, I’m just trying really hard not to freak out.

Brooke: Honey, it’s going to be okay. Douglas’ home is here with you. We’re not gonna let anybody take him away.

[ Hope sighing ]

Eric: No, donna, I don’t think so.

Donna: Working from the pool is still working from home.

Eric: Yeah, but if you’re in the pool, I won’t get any work done.

Donna: I’m not gonna distract you. I’m– I’m just gonna lie on my float and soak up the sun. Hm?

Eric: What, you don’t see how– how– how– how that might be a distraction to me?

Donna: Or motivating. The sooner you get work done the sooner you can join me.

Eric: Mm-hm. You see, even you describing that to me is a distraction.

Donna: Ah! Well, I’m not gonna apologize for that one.

Eric: I don’t think you should.

Donna: No?

Eric: Mn-mn. Come here. Come here.

[ Donna moaning ]

[Door opening]

Taylor: Um, oops. Um, okay. Ah. Sorry about that.

Thomas: Yeah. I– I– I told you that we should’ve called.

Taylor: Uh, yeah.

Donna: Oh, it’s okay.

Eric: No, not at all. I– I’m delighted to see you.

Ridge: ‘Cause it almost seems we’re interrupting something.

Eric: We were just planning what to do with the rest of our day. Where’s douglas?

Donna: Uh, yeah, I thought he was spending the night.

Thomas: Yeah, he is. I’m about to head over and grab him.

Eric: Well, I’m very that– that you’re going to be staying here.

Taylor: We are so excited, too. You know, this is long overdue. Douglas finally gets to spend time with his father.

Hope: If he wants ton just spend more time with him, then he can and we can work something out. It’s just… this is his home. Douglas is happy here.

Brooke: Unfortunately, thomas, taylor and steffy wanna change that. They wanna take douglas away from you.

Hope: Okay, well, then I don’t understand that. Because they have so much to celebrate right now. Why start to start a fight?

Brooke: I don’t know. I– I think it’s taylor. Well, I won’t allow it. Something has to be done.

Hope: But I don’t want douglas to pick up on any tension between us.

Brooke: Okay. Yeah. That is why I’m going to handle this. Right now.

Taylor: I cannot think of a better place for thomas and douglas to spend more time together than right here.

Eric: I want the two of you to feel absolutely at home here at the house.

Thomas: Thanks, granddad. I appreciate that.

Taylor: Yeah, really, thank you. Thank you for making it so easy for thomas and his son to reunite. It’s such a gift. And you know what? We’re just gonna see how it goes, okay? We’ll see how it goes. Maybe this will turn into more than just a night here and there. And you guys can live together, and you know, really bond.

[ Thomas chuckling ]

Eric: I remember how close the two of you were when caroline first passed away.

Thomas: Yeah. Yeah. But, um, I– I’m in a much better place now. Thanks to you.

Taylor: Well, we were all here to support you, sweetheart. You know what? I’m gonna go.

Thomas: Okay.

Taylor: Um, thank you again, eric. And bye, donna.

Donna: Bye.

Taylor: Did you get the uh–

Ridge: Is this it?

Taylor: That’s the one. Okay, thanks. Bye.

Ridge: Okay, bye.

[ Knocking ]

Jordan: Deacon, it’s jordan. Let me in. We have an appointment.

Sheila: Oh, god. You were expecting him?

Deacon: He’s parole. I– I– it’s a residence check. Yeah, jordan. Just give me a second, okay?

[Mouthing] You. Hide.

Sheila: [Mouthing] Where?

Deacon: Go to the bathroom. Right now. Be quiet. Don’t make a sound. Hey, jordan. Sorry to keep you waiting. Come on in.

Jordan: There a problem?

Deacon: No. No problem.

Jordan: You got nothing to hide? Age-related macular degeneration may lead to severe vision loss.

Deacon: Have anything to hide? Come on, no, jordan.

Jordan: If you are hiding something, it’s not gonna be funny, deacon. You seem a little nervous.

Deacon: Just kind of embarrassed. You know, I mean, place is a mess. Got my parole officer coming over, I wanted things to be immaculate.

Jordan: You oversleep?

Deacon: Yeah, I didn’t mean to. I– I hung out after work.

Jordan: Still working downstairs?

Deacon: Yup. Hey, I even got a raise. Uh, it’s allowed me to afford this luxury penthouse.

Jordan: Following protocol? Staying clean?

Deacon: Yeah. I’m– I’m working long shifts. Uh, you know, I spend time with my– my daughter, my granddaughter.

Jordan: No drugs?

Deacon: No, sir.

Jordan: Staying away from criminal elements?

Deacon: That was the old me. You know, I– I’m a family man now. I’m just, you know, mr. Up and up.

Jordan: Anything else you want to tell me?

[Clattering]

Jordan: What was that? Is there somebody in the bathroom?

[ Knocking ]

Hope: It’s open.

Thomas: Hey. Did you get my text?

Hope: Uh, yeah, thanks for letting me know you were on your way.

Thomas: Sure. I just wanted to give douglas time to get his stuff together. Is, uh, liam helping him pack?

Hope: Uh, no, liam’s actually at work. And there really wasn’t that much to pack because it’s just an overnight.

Thomas: Uh, yeah. I mean, we’re spending time over at granddad’s, like I said. Um, is he ready?

Hope: Douglas isn’t here.

Ridge: It’s probably good that we’re discussing this on our own.

Eric: Yeah, well, believe me, donna would much rather be out there alone than to come between you and her sister.

Ridge: I don’t want that either.

Eric: So how does brooke feel about this? Uh, she can’t be thrilled about it.

Ridge: No.

Eric: What about hope? Uh, wouldn’t hope rather that douglas stay there with them?

Ridge: Sure she would. Look–

[ Sighing ] Douglas lived there for a long time. It was good for him. But now, this is gonna be good for him. Spending time with his dad. Thomas and hope, I… they’ll figure something out.

Eric: If they don’t, it’s gonna be a big conflict for you.

Ridge: It’s already a conflict.

Eric: You don’t want to be caught between brooke and taylor, do you?

Taylor: Yeah. I mean, it would be great to find an assistant that actually stays at their desk.

[ Knocking ]

Taylor: Um, come in. Yeah, if you find anybody that would be awesome. Just, you know, give me a call. I– I definitely appreciate it. Okay. Thank you. Okay, bye-bye. Look at you, knocking.

Brooke: Hello, taylor. Are you busy?

Taylor: Am I busy? Why are you being so nice? Who are you?

Brooke: I know what you did in monaco. You kissed ridge.

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Thomas: Douglas isn’t here?

Hope: Oh, no, no. He’s still over at eli’S. His mom said that the pizza was running late.

Thomas: Oh, okay. So he’ll– he’ll be here soon.

Hope: Yeah. I– I hope that’s not a problem. It kinda gives us a chance to talk.

Thomas: Sure. I– I don’t have any like crazy plans. Just hanging out at the house.

Hope: Is eric going to be there?

Thomas: Yeah. He’s actually really excited to see us both.

Thomas: I– look, hope, I– I know… I know that this is all a little bit sudden, but it’s really not that big of a deal. And for right now, it’s just a night over at granddad’s house. That’s it.

Hope: Thomas, I’ve been thinking a lot about the things you’ve been saying lately about how you’re feeling and the role that you play in your son’s life and I– I know that we agreed to this overnight, but you’re still really wishing it were more than that, aren’t you?

Brooke: Must have been completely overwhelming to find out that finn was alive. Can only imagine what it was like for you and ridge.

Taylor: Ridge told me that he shared with you with everything that happened. But, I mean, I’m happy to tell you again. So ridge and I were, um, feeling very helpless, uh, about our daughter’s depression, and then out of nowhere, finn shows up. And– and steffy’s life and her family was back together again and it… and…

Brooke: And I’m very happy for them. I am. I’m happy for the family. But I do know that the way you chose to celebrate, by kissing my husband. That was totally out of line.

Jordan: Deacon? Do you have someone over?

Sheila: [Southern accent] Deacon, sugar, is your parole officer here?

[ Deacon sighing ]

Jordan: Who’s that?

[ Deacon sighing ]

Sheila: I’m so sorry. I’m– I’m deacon’s lady-friend. I– I don’t mean to be rude, but you caught me in the bathtub.

[ Deacon scoffing ]

Jordan: Your girlfriend. You’re in a relationship now?

Deacon: I–

Jordan: I asked you what’s new.

Deacon: I know, uh, I was raised not to kiss and tell, you know.

Sheila: He’s such a gentleman. I’m so sorry, I’m just– I’m gonna let you gentlemen get back to your business.

Deacon: Can we do that? Can we just, you know, ignore her?

Jordan: Is she living with you? ‘Cause I need to make a note of that. Uh, get a name. Some background information.

Deacon: No! No, no, no. It’s not like that. She’s– we spent the night together. You know how it is. This is not gonna be a regular thing.

Jordan: She doesn’t have a record, does she?

Deacon: No.

Jordan: Because that would be a problem. I need to know who you’re associating with.

[ Phone ringing ]

Jordan: Ah. Uh, sorry. My kid’s school. Hello. Ms. Arbor? Uh, no, suzy didn’t have a fever this morning.

[ Sighing ] Uh, okay. I’ll be right there. I have to go.

Deacon: Okay, I hope everything’s all right.

Jordan: Yeah. Listen, deacon. You’re on the right track. One of my better parolees. Making good life choices. So if you and this woman have something, maybe give it a shot. With the right person, a– a new relationship could be a good influence on you. Okay.

Sheila: Hey, sugar. Is he gone?

Deacon: What the hell were you thinking?

Sheila: Yeah, it was close. You know what you need? I think we both need to slip into a nice, hot bath. Girls trip.

Thomas: Hey, hope, I can see you’re obviously a little nervous about this whole thing. Yes, I do think that douglas should live with me full time.

Hope: And you’re saying I shouldn’t be worried about that?

Thomas: No. I’m his father. I love douglas more than anything in the world.

Hope: I know, thomas. I know that you love him. And I know that douglas loves you. It’s just, you’re– you’re talking about pulling him away from– from the home that he’s known, and–

Thomas: Right. I– look. I’m– I’m talking about stepping up. And being a father to him like I always wanted to be. And he misses me, hope. You heard him.

Hope: Then, I will be happy to give you two more time together.

Thomas: Give us?

Hope: Yes. I will do whatever it is you need me to do for you two to be able to spend more time together, just on his schedule here in his home. Because this is where he belongs.

Taylor: Take a seat, brooke.

Brooke: Gladly. When you first came back into town, you said you didn’t want to interfere in my marriage. I was hoping that was true.

Taylor: It was.

Brooke: Yeah? Well, sheila drove us apart. But you were right there.

Taylor: To be completely accurate, ridge was right here. I just offered my comfort and support.

Brooke: Mm. And that’s what you do best. You’re the ex-wife who is ridge’s best friend. But I think that’s changed. You’ve changed.

Taylor: I really have changed.

Brooke: Yeah. You want something more, don’t you?

Taylor: I want more for ridge. He is so unsettled. You have put him through so much.

[ Brooke chuckling ]

Brooke: There you go. Least I’m getting the truth out of you.

Taylor: I’ve always said this. It’s just that ridge is now starting to realize that he’s spinning his wheels with you. He’s always stuck in the same situations over and over, and brooke, he’s tired. And I’ve noticed a change in him since I’ve been back. But definitely noticed a change when we were in monaco. He wants to be there for his children. His children that he has neglected for so long. Because of you. Thomas needs him and steffy needs him.

Brooke: Okay, wait, hang on. The– the kids don’t need him. The family doesn’t need him. You need him, taylor. You.

Taylor: Oh, I don’t need him. I want him. To be happy. Now, you came by because you’re threatened about the kiss that ridge and I shared, right?

Brooke: No. Absolutely not. I’m not threatened by that kiss at all. But what does bother me is the way you inject yourself into things that my family is dealing with. You know, namely my daughter and her children. That’s why I’m here. And I think you know what I’m talking about, taylor.

Taylor: My grandson. Douglas.

Brooke: Yes. Douglas. And there’s no way that I’m gonna let thomas pull douglas out of his house away from hope. It’s just not going to happen.

Deacon: Not in the mood for your jokes or a bath.

Sheila: Then maybe I should leave this off. You wanna get dirty?

Deacon: That was my parole officer. If he would’ve seen you, it would have been adios to my freedom and yours.

Sheila: Wh– it was an accident. I knocked over–

Deacon: No. No. No, no, no, no. Everything you do is intentional. Why the hell did you come back here? You should’ve headed for the border, you should have crossed and never looked back.

Sheila: And live for what? A life on my own? A life where I love no one? Have no one to love me? I– I’ve– I’ve already lived that life, deacon.

Deacon: What are you talking about? Oh, come– do you– do you actually believe that there’s a chance for you to have a relationship with finn after everything you’ve done?

Sheila: I– I– I– I just want to be close to my son and grandson and make sure that they’re all right.

Deacon: You just don’t get it, do you? They’re better off without you!

Sheila: You know, none of my other children want anything to do with me. This is all I have left, deacon. My last chance to actually make something good out of this miserable life of mine. Finn is– he’s a good man. And hayes is– is so beautiful. I’m a part of them. They’re a part of me.

Deacon: Sheila, you can’t stay here. All it’s gonna wind up doing is bringing trouble for you and for me.

Sheila: Trouble can be kind of exciting.

Deacon: No, no.

Sheila: It was last night.

Deacon: No, no, no, sheila. All right? Get your stuff, get changed, take my shirt off and go. There’s the door. I don’t wanna see you again.

Sheila: No. You don’t– you don’t mean that.

Deacon: Sheila, there is not a reason in this universe that I would let you stay here.

Sheila: You know what? I’ll give you a reason. I have money. A lot of it. Don’t ask me how. Tell me your number. Go ahead, deacon. Tell me what you need.

Deacon: How much do you got?

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Diane: Why do you suppose harrison sleeps like that?

Jack: All splayed out like he’s in the middle of a jumping jack? I don’t know, maybe to keep cool in the august heat?

Diane: That could be it. Whatever the reason, it’s adorable. It’s like he jumped into bed in that position and then just fell immediately asleep.

[ Sighing ] Ah. Thank you for letting me peek in on him.

Jack: Anytime.

Diane: You know, this grandparenting thing is never going to get old, is it?

Jack: I highly doubt it. All this joy he brings us seems pretty limitless.

Diane: Yeah. Well, I — I should get going. Thank you for dinner.

Jack: What, you thanking me? You paid.

Diane: Well, I have a paycheck now, and, um, I couldn’t think of a nicer way to spend a bit of it.

Jack: Well, thank you. I was about to make myself a drink. Would you maybe like one?

Diane: A nightcap?

[ Chuckles ] That sounds like a lovely end to a lovely evening.

[ Liquid pouring ]

Billy: You actually think that victoria and I brought out the best in each other? You’re actually serious about that?

Chelsea: Absolutely. You brought out the best, and occasionally the worst.

Billy: Hmm. See, that’s more like it. No, I, uh — I don’t think that I brought out the best in victoria, but there’s no doubt that she often saved me from the worst of myself.

Chelsea: So you are lucky to have found her.

Billy: Oh, yeah, there’s no doubt about that. And I knew that. I know that. Everyone knows that.

Chelsea: [ Chuckles ] I think people from the outside looking in thought they knew what was going on in your relationship. I mean, even I knew about some of the roller-coaster ups and downs, but no one really knows what happened except the two of you, right?

Billy: Yeah, I would say that.

Chelsea: So, tell me, what really went wrong between you and victoria?

Victoria: Hello.

[ Sighs ] Well, chance is definitely conflicted. I can tell he’s being pulled in a couple of different directions.

Victor: Hope you made a very strong argument for him to drop this ridiculous investigation.

Victoria: I didn’t argue with him at all. I just told him that I respected that he has to do what he feels he has to do. But I made it very clear that my children and my family are a lot safer because of what happened that night.

Nikki: And how did he respond to that?

Victoria: He didn’t really reveal anything, but he looks like he’s carrying around a very heavy burden.

Victor: [ Sighs ] Whatever happens, we’ll deal with it, right?

Chance: [ Sighs ]

Nick: It all happened so fast. You know, all I wanted to do was protect my sister. But I’m telling you, ashland was completely out of control.

Victoria: You know, you’re accusing our father with no proof at all. As nicholas just said, this is all speculation.

Victor: So, let’s assume your cockamamie hypothesis is correct. Let’s assume that I sent my security team into the house, to pick up ashland locke’s body, put it into his car, and have them stage an accident in the ravine, give you the impression that ashland locke died by himself. And let’s assume that I did that to protect my son and my daughter from the impression that they weren’t innocent in this.

Nick: So, what would it take for you to be satisfied that ashland was able to leave victoria’s house without any help?

Chance: You know, honestly, nothing would make me feel better than to just close the book on this thing and move on.

Victoria: Well, if you really feel that way, then why don’t you put a stop to this investigation right now?

Chance: [ Sighs ] Kevin. Hey. Yeah, I know it’s late, man. I’m sorry. But the ashland locke case — I’ve made up my mind. That’s right, I finally know what I have to do.

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Victor: I have no regrets of my actions that night. Okay? You all know that I did everything to protect my family.

Victoria: I thought you’d be more concerned.

Victor: Really? Chance doesn’t have enough evidence. If he had, he would have gone to the D.A. By now. So a few more dead ends, and he will give up.

Victoria: I’d feel more confident if that were the only issue I were dealing with right now.

Victor: What’s the matter? Anything wrong with the business?

Victoria: No, no, not at all. The business side of things seems to be humming along.

[ Sighs ] It’s something else.

Nikki: What is it, darling?

Victoria: I was ambushed tonight by chelsea.

Nikki: What reason would she have to come after you?

Victoria: She’s not really out to get me? She just suddenly seems very interested in telling johnny who his biological mother is.

Nikki: What?

Victoria: She says she wants connor to know that he has a brother — at least, biologically.

Victor: This is coming out of the blue.

Victoria: Uh, yes. I mean, it felt like it was. But who knows? Maybe this is something that chelsea has been considering for some time.

Nikki: What are you going to do about it?

Victoria: I have no idea. Johnny is aware that I’m not his biological mother, but it’s another thing altogether to tell him who gave birth to him.

Nikki: This was never part of the arrangement you made with her.

Victoria: Exactly. The decision to give johnny this information was left to our discretion completely.

Nikki: [ Sighs ] On the other hand, she’s not the same woman she was when you made that arrangement. She’s not a con artist anymore. She’s a mother herself now.

Victoria: That’s all true.

Nikki: And I do think keeping information like that from a child can cause problems later on.

Victoria: So, you’re saying you think I should break the news to johnny now?

No. You’re his mother. He’s your son. You’re the only mother he’s ever known.

Billy: What is going on here? Is this a therapy session I didn’t know I was having.

Chelsea: [ Chuckles ] I’m sorry if I’m overstepping. I don’t know what our boundaries are yet. I figure, since we’re working together, everything’s fair game.

Billy: Is that so?

Chelsea: Mm-hmm. It would be great fodder for an episode.

Billy: Okay. Look, uh, I’m not upset that you’re asking me about victoria. I’m really not. I was just a little bit surprised. But I think you’re right. The more open and honest we are, the more authentic the podcast is.

Chelsea: Exactly. Like we said, the audience will know if we’re being fake. So back to my original question. What happened between you and victoria?

Billy: [ Sighs ] There’s really not one answer to explain why we didn’t work out, except for maybe the fact that I’ve never been able to hold on to a winning streak. Truth is, it was never her fault. You know? I mean, she did everything she could to keep me on the path. And, uh, I don’t know, for whatever reason, I would always find a way to slip up. But it was never her fault. And that’s not me being self-effacing or trying to protect her in any way. It’s just the truth. She was never the cause of me being at my worst.

Chelsea: Oh, that’s not what I meant when I said that. I just meant, you know, you guys brought up the extremes in each other.

Billy: Yeah.

Chelsea: But I don’t think you’re like that anymore. You know, you’re a lot more in control, a lot more mature. You’ve — you’ve calmed that wild side.

Billy: You’ve got a talent for coming up with new ways to call me boring.

Chelsea: Tat’s not my intention. It’s not. What, is that how you see yourself? Does part of you miss the billy you used to be?

Nick: It’s a little late for coffee, huh?

Chance: Oh, I’m not sleeping much these days as it is.

Nick: Sorry to hear that.

Chance: May be able to relax soon. There’s been some developments in the case.

Nick: That’s good for you, I guess.

Chance: Yeah. I’d like to sit down with you and victoria and your dad in the morning. We can talk about how things are gonna proceed from here.

Nick: Well, chance, I don’t see any reason why we need to prolong. Vick’s out at the ranch with dad right now. Let’s go out there and handle this tonight.

Chance: You’d be up for that?

Nick: The sooner, the better, as far as I’m concerned.

Chance: Okay. Let’s go to the ranch. A pool floatie is like whooping cough,

Diane: Come to think of it, kyle used to sleep like that. Remember? Thank you.

Jack: No, I don’T.

Diane: Guess I noticed it when he would have a bad dream and then come into my room in the middle of the night. He would crawl into bed with me and then spread out, just like harrison, and this — this little three-year-old taking up the whole bed. I would just go sleep on the sofa.

Jack: No, I-I don’t recall that.

Diane: Oh, I think that was when I left genoa city with him. I look back on that time with such regret. No wonder he was having bad dreams. I was keeping him from you. It wasn’t fair, jack. And I’m — I’m sorry.

Jack: Water under the bridge.

Diane: And now it seems like history is kind of repeating itself.

Jack: Wait. How so?

Diane: Well, kyle missed out on the first few years of harrison’s life.

Jack: That was a very different situation. I — I didn’t mean that to sound like I was taking a shot at you, but we both have spent enough time and energy on past resentments.

Diane: Yes. The last time we talked about the wounds from our past, you were a bit more antagonistic with me. Rightfully so. But, um, I kind of appreciate the kinder, gentler approach you’re taking with me tonight.

Jack: I still don’t think we should sweep everything from the past under the rug.

Diane: No, and I — I don’t want to gloss over what happened. There are so many people in this town who won’t let me forget any of it. But you seem to have found a way to rise above that pettiness.

Jack: You’ve made a lot of claims about doing the same thing. Do you really think you can let go of past resentments?

Diane: Uh, well, for years, I — I held on to grudges. They fueled me. Jack, I can’t believe how much my life has changed in a year. I mean, I still have regrets. And kyle’s pain tops the list. But here I am, having a life that I could have only dreamed of. I’m rebuilding my relationship with my son, I’m getting to know my grandson. And I have an exciting, new job that allows me to buy you dinner once in a while.

Jack: [ Chuckles ]

Diane: It’s unreal. Almost as unreal as the two of us sitting here together.

Jack: It’s all pretty amazing.

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: But what do you really want?

Billy: You’re killing me with these questions. You know that?

Chelsea: I’m just trying to get you to open up, give us some material for the podcast.

Billy: Right. Okay. Well, to answer your question, no, I don’t think I’m boring.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] But do you miss who you used to be?

Billy: I’m uh — I mean, I think everybody looks back on their past at a certain age and feels a little nostalgia for their youth. I will also say that that troublemaking side of me is embedded pretty deep in there. At least, that’s what my family believes anyway.

Chelsea: Who thinks that?

Billy: Oh, everybody thinks that. I mean, my mom, my brother, they don’t believe that I’ll ever be able to grow up. I will always self-sabotage myself. And when my mom said that just a few weeks ago, we were talking about the podcast. She believes that’s a gateway to the old destructive behavior.

Chelsea: Oh, she’s just being overprotective. Just pushing your buttons as only a mom can.

Billy: Yeah, maybe so.

Chelsea: Your mom’s not here. She doesn’t get to see you on a daily basis, so she doesn’t recognize how much you’ve changed. Now, lily — lily is the person whose opinion matters most.

Billy: Yeah, I don’t think — lily’s opinion of me isn’t much better. We had a little, uh, discussion, and it sounds like she wants me to quit the podcasts.

Victor: If you want my opinion, I think it would be a mistake to tell johnny about chelsea. It would only confuse the boy.

Nikki: Darling, you, of all people, should understand the importance of knowing where you came from, who your parents are.

Victor: Sweetheart, there’s a time for that. This is not it.

Victoria: Also, johnny is dealing with the loss of ashland. I don’t think it would be smart to pile all this on top of him right now. I know ashland wasn’t his stepfather for very long, but the children still feel the loss.

Nikki: I agree with you about the timing, but I do think it would be best to tell him at some point.

Nick: You’re all still here. Good.

Victoria: Is everything okay?

Nikki: What’s going on?

Victor: Why are you so late?

Nick: Chance is gonna be here any minute.

[ Telephone rings ]

Victor: Yes? Send him in.

Nikki: [ Sighs ]

Nick: Apparently, chance has uncovered some new information and he’s ready to move forward.

Victoria: What does that mean?

Nick: I don’t know, but i didn’t like the sound of it, so I convinced him to come out here and talk to us.

Victor: This going to be a courtesy call, or is he bringing handcuffs?

Nick: I don’t know, dad.

Victor: What was his demeanor?

Nick: Somber. He seemed weighted down, but he didn’t hesitate when I invited him to come out here and speak to us. Maybe that’s a good sign.

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Chance: Hello, everyone.

Victor: Hello, chance.

Chance: Thank you for meeting with me. I think this will be helpful.

Victor: Oh, yeah? Helpful to you or to us?

Chance: For the process, victor. Now, I really just need to speak with the people directly involved.

Nikki: Oh. Does that mean I’m supposed to leave the room?

Victor: No, you’re not supposed to leave the room. You can say whatever you want to say in front of nikki, okay?

Chance: Okay. That’s fine.

Victoria: It’s late. Can we begin this conversation?

Chance: Sure. But nick may have misled you about why I’m here. This is not a conversation. I just need all of you to please listen to what I have to say.

Zyrteeeec…

Chance: Here’s what I have so far. A witness spotted ashland’s vehicle at a gas station near victoria’s property. There was security footage of someone driving that vehicle away from that gas station right after you called me that night. Now, the image is not clear, but we have determined that it is not ashland.

Nikki: So, he had an accomplice or he hired a driver.

Chance: Let me finish, please. Thank you. Now, while it does not look like ashland, he does bear a resemblance to one of victor’s security guards — one of the men assigned to victoria’s house that night.

Victor: He could resemble a million people.

Chance: He might. But he smokes. A cigarette butt was found where ashland’s car was parked at the gas station — his brand. Now, the security footage from the gas station has gaps, including where ashland would have got there and when he would have left. We also have ashland’s ring, which was found on the floor at victoria’s house, and it is very unlikely that that ring fell out of his pocket when he was walking out of the house, but more probable that it fell out of his pocket when he was being carried or dragged out of the house.

Victor: It’s all suppositions — cigarette butt, apiece of jewelry. Come on.

Chance: There’s more. The latest piece of evidence is a bloody fingerprint found on the door handle of the car. And the blood is ashland’S. The print is not. So, no, this is no longer a supposition. And once I compare that print to your security guards, I’m pretty sure I’ll have a match.

Victor: It won’t stand up in court.

Chance: Indictments have been made with less.

Victor: I tell you, you’ve got nothing. Right?

Chelsea: I can’t believe lily wants you to walk away from the podcast.

Billy: Let’s not get ahead of ourselves. She didn’t outright say that. I’m just saying, it seems like she would be happy if I either walked away from being the coo or the podcast, but she doesn’t think I should be able to do both.

Chelsea: That’s not true.

Billy: Well, she feels like I’m spending too much time focusing on the podcast, and i know what other people aren’t saying — that I’m using it as a way to avoid my responsibility at chancellor-winters.

Chelsea: Well, I disagree. The podcasts are a perfect fit for you. No offense, but I said it before. You’re not a corporate guy.

Billy: None taken.

Chelsea: You’re a sensible risk-taker like me. You know, you take chances on love and life and the world.

Billy: I hear you. But I will say, lily’s got a pretty sharp insight, and I trust her. She has not steered me wrong yet, so maybe she’s right. Maybe I should leave my position as coo.

Chelsea: Well, that’s the most sensible thing you’ve said all day. It’s like you always go back to the c-suite because you think it’s what you’re supposed to do, but you always end up leaving for your real passion. Podcast billy is the real billy. The grinning soul is the real billy.

Billy: No, that’s — that’s not me.

Chelsea: Stop denying it. I figured it out a long time ago. I know you better than you realize.

Diane: What do I want? What does anyone want? Um, health and happiness… peace. Beyond that, to be a productive member of society and — and to be a welcome part of my son and my grandson’s lives.

Jack: Wow. This is a letter-perfect answer. Sounds like you’re competing in a pageant.

Diane: [ Laughs ] Well, do you have a tiara and a sash for me? Is that why you’re asking me these questions?

Jack: I don’t know. I was maybe hoping for some honesty that maybe you could dig deep and tell me what’s really going on, since obviously we’re in a different place than we were a few months ago, even a few weeks ago.

Diane: We are. There’s no longer a wall of animosity between us.

Jack: And that’s a good thing, right?

Diane: Yes, it is.

Jack: [ Chuckles ]

Diane: Where exactly are you going with these questions, jack?

I want to know what you’re thinking. Where do you think this is going?

Victor: Well, I think we’ll sort this all out.

Nick: [ Sighs ]

I can’t go on like this. Alright, we are living —

Chance: Nick, I advise you to say nothing more without a lawyer present.

Victor: Chance, let me ask you something. What are you doing here? You’re a member of this family. You’re my son-in-law. You understand the complexity of this case as it pertains to all of us. So…have you forgotten that you’re a member of this family?

Chance: Like I said, this is not a conversation. So I would appreciate it if all of you would just listen. Ughh!

“The young and the restless”

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Chance: So, there are two scenarios here. Both involve a belligerent and unstable ashland locke showing up at victoria’S. He’s invited in. He makes threats. Nick arrives, coming to his sister’s aid. In self-defense, nick punches locke, and he falls and hits his head. Now, scenario number one. He’s injured, but he’s still alive. These two step outside for a brief moment. During that time, ashland gets up, he stumbles to his car, and he drives off. And at some point, he loses control of the vehicle and he ends up in that ravine, killing himself in the crash.

Victor: Mm-hmm. Go on.

Chance: Now, scenario number two. Nick’s altercation with locke, in defense of victoria, inadvertently caused the fall that killed locke. Now, nick did not intend for him to die, but it happened. And after victoria did the responsible thing and contacted me, the two stepped outside. Then, without their knowledge, victor’s men removed the body. They placed it in the rental car. They staged the accident to make it look like that was how he died. And all of that would absolve nick of responsibility for the death. Now, there is evidence substantiating this version.

Victor: It is circumstantial.

Chance: Now, there are holes in this case, and I think it may be what nick says he cannot live with any longer — a lie.

Victoria: He never said “lie.”

Chance: I know.

Victor: So, chance, tell us, which scenario will you pursue?

Chance: [ Sighs ]

Billy: Yes. I am the grinning soul. Now, question — did you know it was me when you were singing his praises earlier?

Chelsea: Yep. You didn’t realize that?

Billy: No, I didn’T.

Chelsea: Not even when I said you respect for the grinning soul probably went both ways?

Billy: I thought you were being supportive.

Chelsea: I was, but I was also trying to get you to admit it. Don’t worry, I don’t think anybody else knows. Your secret is safe.

Billy: Good. Is that what you meant when you said that that is the real me and that I’m not some dude in a suit sitting in an office looking over budgets?

Chelsea: Was I wrong? I just think you’re happier talking into a microphone about whatever you want to talk about than sitting in a c-suite. And frankly, I think secretly you’re hoping lily gives you an ultimatum and you have to decide between executive and podcaster.

Billy: I don’t know. But I do hope I can make a decision without lily having to force my hand.

Chelsea: Guess we’ll just have to wait and see.

Diane: What exactly are you asking? You can be talking about so many things.

Jack: Okay, so let me clarify. Us — you and me. What are you hoping for from this tenuous relationship?

Diane: Wow, you’re not messing around tonight. You want answers, and you want them now.

Jack: At this stage, after everything we’ve been through. Who has time to mess around?

Diane: There’s a lot of truth in that. So, if you’re asking if my feelings for you go beyond friendship, they do. You know me too well for me to deny it.

[ Chuckles ] When our hands touched before, I — I got butterflies in my stomach. I felt like a schoolgirl.

[ Chuckles ] And as conniving as I was in the past, I was never able to hide my emotions. Jack, that bet I made with myself about earning your friendship was absolutely true. There’s a part of me that wants more. And if I’m being completely honest, those feelings are both thrilling and terrifying.

[ Sighs ]

Jack: Terrifying? I didn’t realize it was that scary.

Diane: No, it’s not you. It’s me. It’s — it’s, my heart has been shut down for so long, I — I didn’t feel like I deserved affection, and I didn’t want it, because then it would make me feel even guiltier about everything I had done. But being back here, my heart is opening up, and it feels so good to be alive in that way again. But I know, in the end, there’s going to be some pain.

Jack: Why do you say that?

Diane: [ Sighs ] Because no matter how deep my feelings for you become, I know that you will never feel the same way about me.

Jack: I don’t —

Diane: You know, I wanted to delay this conversation forever, if possible, so I could — so I could just pretend for a while longer that there was still hope. I just… I didn’t want this daydream to end.

Jack: Well, maybe it doesn’t have to. I will admit that I didn’t see this coming either. But it must be clear to you, I — I, too, have some feelings.

Diane: [ Gasps ]

Jack: Diane. Diane?

Diane: [ Gasps ]

[ Sighs ] – It’s the birthday girl! – Let’s invite jacques

Jack: You seemed to drift off. Where did you go?

Diane: I — I’m — I’m not sure. I just — I think that drink went straight to my head. I just didn’t have enough to eat today.

Jack: So, did you hear what I asked?

Diane: Um, you wanted to know where I thought this was going?

Jack: Yeah, you’re someone who plans, makes goals. Now that you’re settled again in genoa city, I think it would be nice to make those again.

Diane: Well, you’re right. It’s — it’s a good idea.

[ Chuckles ] I just didn’t think that I would be having this conversation with you.

Jack: I’m a little surprised myself.

Diane: So, what exactly do you mean by “plans”?

Jack: Well, I mean, you can’t live in the athletic club forever, now that you have a job, now that kyle has let you back into his life. I mean, what is next for diane jenkins?

Diane: Oh, well, I, um — i haven’t given much thought to my living arrangements. Believe it or not, I’m taking a come-what-may approach to life. I find, if you plan too much for the future, then you don’t have a chance to dream.

Chance: What’s important here is that in both scenarios, ashland locke’s death was an accident, and no one meant for that man to die. And I believe that 100%. Nick was protecting his sister. He had no intention of taking a life. So, moving forward, we can all agree on that.

Victor: Yes, we can.

Chance: Now, context is also important. This man has put your family through hell — a man who lied about a fatal disease, solely for personal gain. I mean, a man like that, you just — you just don’t know what he’s capable of, how far he would go for revenge. So, with all that in mind, a despicable human being is dead. Sad, yes. But not necessarily a crime. Now, I think, given more time and more resources, I certainly could find a conspiracy that covers up the real cause of ashland locke’s death. But what would be the point? I don’t see any reason for anyone to stand trial for the death of a man who was not murdered. He’s put your family through enough trauma.

Nikki: So, what are you saying?

Chance: I will present the first scenario as my official version — that he was still alive, he made it to his car on his own, and he crashed. Terrible man died a terrible death, and no one will be punished for it.

Billy: Alright, it’s getting a little late. Time to get going.

Chelsea: Me, too.

Billy: Thank you very much for the therapy session/talk.

Chelsea: Anytime.

Billy: You’ve, uh — you’ve given me a lot to think about, so I appreciate that.

Chelsea: Hey, um, can I just ask you something before you go? I don’t mean to be pushy — or more pushy than usual — but did victoria mention that I went to see her and I asked her about johnny?

Billy: She did, yeah.

Chelsea: Well, she told me she would consider telling johnny that I’m his birth mother, but I can tell by the look on your face, she’s not on board, is she?

Billy: Just not good timing.

Chelsea: Yeah, I understand that, but the thing is, I’m kind of in a position now where I feel like I’m lying to connor. I’m withholding information from him. He’s at an age where he can understand what’s going on. And I feel like the longer I wait, the more he’s gonna resent me for not telling him earlier. And honestly, I think it could help johnny cope with ashland’s death, finding out that he has a brother.

[ Sighs ] Billy, will you please, please help me try to convince victoria?

Victor: Well, now, chance, I do admire your reasoning.

Nick: I’m glad a decision has been made.

Nikki: I hope we can put this whole episode behind us.

Chance: I want you all to know, I did not come to this decision lightly.

Victor: Of course you didn’T.

Chance: And I have been doing a lot of thinking about something that you said to me, victor. We do what we have to do to protect the ones we love. I’ve always believed in that. But this situation involved the law. And that is something else that I truly believe in. And I believe we did find justice here tonight, in a different way. It wasn’t by the books, but I need to believe we did what was just.

Victor: Chance, you did the right thing, and abby would be very proud of you.

Chance: Alright, well, I’m going to go home and I’m going to try to get some sleep tonight for a change.

Victor: You do that, alright?

Nick: Thanks for everything.

Victoria: Chance, I’ll walk you out. Hey, um, listen. I know it wasn’t easy for you, but you protected the family. And like dad said, you did the right thing.

Chance: [ Sighs ]

Victoria: It won’t be forgotten. If there’s anything that we —

Chance: I’m gonna stop you right there. Don’t even make me that offer. It’s not what I expect, and that’s absolutely not why I did this.

Victoria: I didn’t mean to imply that it was.

Chance: I hope you can find peace now. Okay everyone,

Jack: I’m surprised kyle and summer aren’t back yet.

Diane: Oh, they’re young and in love. They deserve a romantic night out once in a while.

Jack: I couldn’t agree more.

Diane: On the other hand, I need to get going. I have to be at work bright and early, and I want to make a good impression on my bosses.

Jack: Are you okay to drive after that little spell?

Diane: Oh, I’m fine. I just got a little lightheaded.

Jack: You sure? I — I could drive you home.. or call you a car.

Diane: No, jack, really, I’m — I’m fine. It’s nice to know you care.

Billy: Look, you’ve made some — some good arguments. Alright? And of course, I will talk to her about it, but right now, I think victoria needs a little bit of time.

Chelsea: I just don’t want to wait too long.

Billy: Look, chelse, I hear you, and like I said, I will talk to her, but I can’t promise anything. But if you want to get what I think you’re looking for, she’s gonna need a little bit of space to come to that decision.

Chelsea: Well, it means a lot to me to even try.

Billy: Of course. I will let you know. I’ll see you soon.

Chelsea: Bye.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] Chance came through for us.

Nikki: He made the right decision, after all.

Nick: Still, I’m afraid we may have compromised the most moral man in genoa city.

Victor: He knew damn well he didn’t have enough evidence to hold up in court. We may praise him till the cows come in that he made the right decision. The fact is, he didn’t want to lose.

Nick: That may be. Doesn’t change what happened that night.

Nikki: Honey, you saved your sister. You should be proud of that.

Nick: Yeah. I got to go.

Victoria: Nick? I hope he’ll be okay.

Victor: He’s going to have to deal with the fact that he killed a man, although he knows it was an accident.

Nikki: Even though the investigation cleared him, he’s still going to punish himself.

Victor: He needs all of our support, okay?

Next week on “the young and the restless”…

Chelsea: I’m not falling for billy. Please give me more credit than that.

Chloe: I know what I saw.

Chelsea: No, you know what you think you saw.

Victoria: Let’s be bold, mom.

Nikki: What did you have in mind?

Man: Adam, open the door!

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You have questions about me? Well, join the club ’cause I have questions about you, too. Which is why I think it’s a good idea we go on date number two, learn more about each other. Much more. For starters, uh… how do you feel about anchovies on pizza? You’re assuming I like pizza. Everybody likes pizza. See, that’s a problem with assumptions. Everybody doesn’t parachute into a pool and then punch a mother’s boyfriend and announce they’re the son of said boyfriend’s dead wife. See? Now you know something about me. You asked about my father before. Why do you keep asking about him? I know I’m providing headlines for the invader, but the only headlines I really want to hear right now are from my girls. So, who’s first? Kristina. She’s got the best news. Oh, goody! What’s up? I was promoted to manager at charlie’S. Yay! Great. Congratulations. Well done. Thank you. I’m pretty happy about it. Seeing much of your dad? Oh, he doesn’t own the pub anymore, but he hangs out there fairly often, so it’s good to spend time with him. In spite of nina? I mean, am I happy that dad’s in a relationship with her? No. And I was clear about that. But I also told him that I’m in no position to throw stones, so he appreciated that. Um, so it doesn’t really affect our relationship. Look at you adulting. Oh, my baby’s all grown up. Aww. See? You’re the baby.

[ Laughs ] Could you be any more embarrassing? Okay. Your turn. How’s it going in the D.A.’S office? Well, as you know, A.D.A. Arden maneuvered me off trina robinson’s case because she felt I was biased. Which is both untrue and unfair. But isn’t it a little bit of a silver lining that you don’t have to try a case against someone in T.J.’S extended family? A definite silver lining, yeah. But I just hate that nobody gives the system a chance to work the way that it actually should. I mean, as a prosecutor, it’s my job — or should have been my job — to make the strongest case against trina that the facts would support. And her defense attorney, diane, in this case, makes the strongest defense, and then the jury decides. But jennifer arden wanted to prove a point. I mean, she followed the letter but not the spirit of the law with her case. Hmm. But at least it ended with the right verdict — this time. Tell mom what you’re thinking. What are you thinking? About following in your footsteps and going over to criminal defense. Yes! Wow. I mean… you can stay in the D.A.’S office. Whatever you do, you have my full support. Thank you, mom. Your turn. You’re awfully quiet over there, so is no news good news? Olivia: Okay, okay. Are you sure? Did you remember to order the special picnic dessert? Yes. Okay. Okay. Thank you, tamara. Oh, oh, oh! Also — also, uh, are you absolutely sure that leo’s donkey head is just what we discussed? Okay, perfect. Thank you. I will be in touch. Thank you. What was that all about? Oh, the, uh, first annual quartermaine picnic to support the G.H. Children’s wing is tomorrow, and my, uh, frozen dessert is the pice de résistance. With a donkey’s head thrown in? Yeah, naturally. Oh.

[ Laughing ] No. Leo’s summer drama camp is doing a production of “a midsummer night’s dream.” He’s playing bottom. Oh, yeah! The character who turns into the donkey. Yes. He must be so excited. He gets to play the — the donkey. He’s gonna kill that. It is great. He need help with running lines or anything like that? Actually, he’s already got someone helping him get into the role. Oh, yeah. Let me guess — chase? Actually, it’s your friend, cody. Uh… um… management checks the chlorine level on a daily basis, yes? Live dangerously, spinelli. Take the plunge. You can start by forgetting about britt and finding someone who’s a better fit. Who do you have in mind? No one specifically. But, generally, she should be a match for your heart and your intelligence, have an appreciation for your unique perspective. A sense of humor couldn’t hurt. It’s not absolutely necessary that she’s into sci-fi, but a basic knowledge of the “star wars” universe would help. So, no, you’re not gonna meet her at a business conference or whatever, but that’s what computer programs are for, right? I still don’t understand why you won’t try your own algorithm. Oh, well, there’s — there’s no need. Um, my brief infatuation with dr. Westbourne is — it’s already fading. I-I’ve put her in the rearview mirror, so to speak.

[ Gasps ] Have you been holding out on me? Who’s the lucky lady? You know, you got your sunblock on, but it’s still not good to get too much sun. Ah. Translation — “I know what I’m doing, dad.” Right, right. Of course you do. Look at your picture book. Sit you up there. And… how’s this one? Good? Yes. Good. Thanks.

[ Laughs ]

[ Sighs ] I can’t help it. I love her.

[ Breathes deeply ] I told elizabeth. Told elizabeth what? That I, uh… you know. I love her. Big step. Yeah. That’s why I can’t look the other way. Even she hates me for it. Nurse baldwin. What happened?

I was just examining scott baldwin’s nose… and then what? How did you cut your hand? I don’t know. The collection tube just seemed to shatter. Let me see. No, it’s — it’s nothing. No, it’s a nasty cut, and there are glass shards embedded in your hand. Yeah, I can take care of it. I’m sure you have patients to deal with. I do, and you’re the first one. Okay, has this ever happened before? What do you mean? I know you took some personal time for stress. Did scott say something to upset you? Did elizabeth say she loved you back? She did. That’s before I blew it all to hell. How’d you manage that? There’s something going on with elizabeth beyond the effects of the sleeping pills she was taking, something that involves her parents, maybe her father. Let me guess — she wasn’t forthcoming. Not in the slightest. Doesn’t that tell you maybe you should drop the subject? Who am I talking to right now? Weren’t you the one that taught me to analyze a problem from all sides and then draw a rational conclusion? Not when it comes to the heart, son. There’s nothing rational about emotions. Oh, now you tell me.

[ Laughing ] Well… listen, there’s a — there’s a million possibilities, but… everything tells me that elizabeth’s issue involves her family, especially since she keeps acting like they don’t exist. Daddy? Is aunt elizabeth seeing ghosts again? If you don’t fess up, I’m gonna throw you in that pool.

[ Chuckles ] What do I have to confess? Um, if you’re over britt, then who are you pining for? A…luminous creature, a beacon of warmth and intelligence with a working knowledge of “star wars.” Oh! Does this mystery woman know how you feel? Only been worshiping her from afar. But if things were different… austin: Hey. Oh, my god! Austin! Miss me? Mm. All concern for spencer, sam, but why do I have a feeling that you’d rather talk about him than dante? Yeah. You know, I kind of have the same feeling. Is everything okay with you guys? You know I just want you and dante to be as happy as T.J. And I are. Dante and i

are very happy. I mean, we were happy until… until…? Until he suggested that we move in together. You know, ma, last I checked, cody wasn’t a drama coach. So how is he gonna help leo? I don’t know, he knows about horses and donkeys and stuff. Anyway, you should see leo up there on the stage prancing around, braying. I never seen that kid look so confident. Well, good. I’m happy they’ve made fast friends. Yeah. Yeah. So, you need any help with this picnic? Uh, sure. You could find that embarrassing apron and help me with the grill. Oh, oh, oh! Before I forget, I saved seats in the front row for you and sam at leo’s play. Okay, cool. Yeah, sounds good. Really? ‘Cause, uh… your face is telling a different story. It’s fine, ma. Oh, my god. Okay. Now I know there’s really a problem. What are you — I said everything is fine. Dante angelo falconeri, from the time you were 6 — no, no, 4 years old, I know that when I hear you say, “it’s fine, ma,” in that tone of voice, I know two things. A, it’s not fine, b, you’re trying to hide something from me. Now sometimes it’s something completely innocuous, like the time that you broke aunt cia’s lamp. Oh, my god. This damn lamp again. It was hideous. And I was 7, by the way. Yes, yes, yes. Did the family offer up a silent prayer of gratitude for the lamp? Yes. But that’s not the point. That’s not the point. Is there a point, ma? The point is, I heard a crash, I asked what happened, you said, “it’s fine, ma.” Just like the time you got drunk for the first time. Mm-hmm. Like the first time you got shot. Why don’t you stop ducking and dodging the question? Just…tell me what’s really going on. I think I messed up with sam. Whoa! Whoa, whoa, there. All right. I mentioned your father once. You shut me down. I never brought him up again. You failed to mention our fathers knew one another. How’d you find out? My mother. What did, uh, she say, exactly? Cesar faison and leopold taub had “certain dealings” together. Isn’t it weird that our fathers knew each other? “Weird” doesn’t even begin to cover it. You could’ve told me that from the start. I barely knew you, britt. Hell, I didn’t even know leopold taub was my father until a few months ago. It was the same time I got poleaxed with the news that dominique’s my mother, and, oh, uh, by the way, your mother’s schnitzel ended up with the fortune that should’ve been mine. Well, as you know, that fortune belongs to a bunch of beluga whales thanks to scott’s daughter, serena, so you can kiss it goodbye. That’s harsh.

[ Scoffs ] You want harsh? Let’s talk about my family tree. Do you remember when I treated your cracked ribs when you received that beatdown in the alley behind the savoy? Yeah, probably not gonna forget that. Okay, then you also remember asking me about my parents, and you were particularly interested in my father and — what did you call it? — His legacy? Uh, your point? My point is, why didn’t you tell me then that my father and your father not only knew each other, they did business together? What else are you keeping from me?

You proud of being cesar faison’s daughter? ‘Cause I looked up leopold taub. I’m not proud of him, either. That whole cartel thing he had going on. And, yeah, cesar faison was listed as one of his members. So when dante told me that you were faison’s daughter… you smelled an opportunity. No, I smelled trouble. My first instinct was to run as far away from you as I could and never look back. What stopped you? Gratitude… for you scraping me up in that alley. Giving me my 50 back, driving me over to dante’S. Plus, I like the smell of your perfume. It’s gardenias, right? Camellias. Close. I liked your crooked smile… the way you always see the glass half full… of strychnine. Is that a compliment or a cheap shot? Hell, britt, I just liked you. But if that’s not good enough, I don’t know. I’ll just stick with horses. You can go back to society setups. See if zelda can do better next time.

[ Breathes deeply ] Something keeping you? My mother said the matchmaker may be more accurate than I thought. Honey, I thought you and sam were in a good place.

[ Sighs ] We are. I just — I should’ve just left it there. Okay. As opposed to…? As opposed to asking her to move in with me. Oh. I mean, that makes sense, all the time that you two spend together. Right? See? That’s what I was thinking. Like, we spend all this time together, we — we like each other. We have fun. I mean, the kids, the three of them, when they’re together, it’s the most perfect thing in the world. But…? Sam thinks I’m rushing it, that I gotta work through some stuff. What kind of stuff ah, you know, feelings, ma.

[ Sighs ] What, like, your feelings for sam? Or…? For lulu. Oh. Honey, you know I love lulu. I do. I pray every day that she’s gonna come out of that coma. But, honey, you moved on with your life, and — and lulu moved on with her life. I mean — I mean, even before the explosion, she was — she was getting ready to marry that teacher, wasn’t she? Yeah, she was. Well… he handed me the ring to give to her before he passed away. There you go. I mean, sam’s got to be aware of that, that — that lulu was moving on with somebody else. Right, but it’s not lulu’s feelings she’s talking about. She thinks I’ve papered over my feelings. Oh. Have you? I don’t know. You know, there’s a part of me… a big part of me that… thinks I should have been able to save her. Oh, honey… oh, my wonderful, sweet boy. No. Honey, you did not put lulu in that coma. That was cyrus renault’s fault. Even if you could go back in time, it’s still cyrus renault’s fault with julian jerome doing his dirty work for him. I know, but if I had just gotten there just a — just a little bit earlier, ma, it would’ve been a completely different thing. No, you don’t do that. If you would’ve gotten to the floating rib earlier, then I would’ve lost you, too. No, honey. We are living in the here and now. That is what matters. What matters are your feelings for sam.

[ Sighs ] Okay. So you and dante are moving in together. No, dante and i are not moving in together. Why not? Well, like I told spinelli, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Okay. Moving in together doesn’t fix a bad relationship. It makes a good one better. Yeah. You know, T.J. And i actually had our doubts about sharing everything, even the rent — guys… but… let her alone. Okay. We’re not, like, pressuring you. I mean, you are in a committed relationship with a loving, supportive partner, and not everyone gets that lucky. No, I know. I know. I hit the jackpot. Okay! So then what’s the problem? All you need is a moving man. Can we not talk about this, please? Absolutely. Now tell me what’s going on. I thought you were gonna be gone for days. Yeah, well, you know, what I had to do in pautuck I got through it really quickly. In fact, spinelli, I went through my business at warp speed. So I could get back here, be with you. You did? I did. Wait. You sound surprised. Well, I thought maybe all that talk about family had — what talk about family? Never mind. The important thing is you’re back. I am. I’m back for good. Sweetheart, what makes you think aunt elizabeth is seeing ghosts? You just said

they don’t exist. Your daddy was talking about your grandpa and your step grandma and how you never see them. Oh, okay. Okay? Thanks. Um… I gotta get back to G.H. Um… would you mind…? Oh, no, no. Go ahead. You sure? Yeah. Okay. Everything you need is right there. Hey, I’m getting kind of hungry. How about you? I’m so hungry. Yeah? Listen. Be good for grandpa, okay? Okay. And I’ll see you back home. Okay. I love you. Love you, too. Eskimo? Bye. Bye-bye, sweetheart. Bye, dad. I’ll let epiphany know that I am sending you home after the x-ray. You should not hold a steering wheel. I’ll — I’ll call finn to have him drive you home. No, no, don’t bother him. I’ll just call a rideshare. Okay. Let’s go. Okay. And I want to call radiology to make sure they get that x-ray right away. You’re being very thorough, dr. Ashford. I think the word you’re avoiding is “annoying” or maybe even “obnoxious.” No. No, no, no. I’m the one who should apologize for being less than cooperative. I get it. For a lot of people, it’s an automatic reflex. You insist you’re fine, you keep going. I think on some level, it’s actually a survival mechanism. We’re afraid that if we slow down and admit that we’re hurt, we won’t be able to get started again. I appreciate the “we.” Oh, I’ve definitely been through it. And I’ll probably go through it again. But if I go too far, hopefully there’ll be someone there to pull me back. Hi. This is dr. Ashford.

[ Ominous music plays ] I need to order an x-ray for a G.H. Staff member. I was hoping to bring her in now. Elizabeth baldwin. Barring any trauma… elizabeth? You okay? Absolutely. Radiology can take you now.

tionwith your mother… when she twisted your arm behind your back for punching scott?

[ Chuckles ] …I can see that she’s no pushover, yeah. I bet cesar faison met his match with liesl obrecht. Well, don’t let her black belt in karate fool you. Deep down, she’s a born romantic. She’s actually the one who signed me up for society setups. Remind me to thank her. You punched her boyfriend in the nose. I doubt she’s interested in a thanks from you. She did suggest we have something in common. Really? Tell me something. Yes? Did your dad ever mention mine? Spinelli, thank you so much for keeping an eye on maxie while I was gone. I hated the idea of her being here all alone. Oh. Makes us even. I hate thinking of her with the wrong people. Uh, well, your timing is perfect. Tomorrow is the first annual quartermaine picnic for the G.H. Children’s wing. Oh, uh, but given your resentment of the quartermaines, you may choose to skip the festivities, in which case I am happy to offer myself as escort to maximista. Spinelli, that’s very kind of you, but I can handle the quartermaines if “maximista” can. How about you both escort me to the picnic? Hello. Austin, where are your manners? Aren’t you gonna introduce me to your friends? How can I move in with dante when lulu is still so much a presence in that house? I mean, yeah, I don’t go there often, but when I do… like, all I see is

her kitchen, her — her books,

her furniture, at least the furniture that they picked out together. Well, sweetie, maybe he’s keeping those things around for rocco’s sake. Maybe it gives rocco comfort. Mom, fair enough. And that all makes sense, but… come on. It’s still really awkward for me. I get it. But for what it’s worth, I have not seen you this happy for a long time. So whatever dante’s doing, he’s bringing out a peacefulness in you that no one else has managed to. And you are bringing some joy into his life because no one’s seen him this joyful since he came back to port charles. I’m pretty certain that he’s not seeing lulu when he sees you.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Uh, you know what? I gotta go. But… thank you. I love you so much. Oh, I love you so much more. Okay. I love you guys. -Love you. -Love you. Alexis: Okay. Yeah. Grandpa, that’s the lady in the park. You hit with a frisbee. That’s me. I always know it’s gonna be a good day at the hospital when I see your face first thing. Hi. Hi. I assume you don’t mean me. Oh! Hi, T.J. I didn’t notice you there. What happened to the hand? Oh, it’s just a — a cut. Hmm. According to the x-ray, we got all the shards. Shards. What shards? I was just holding an empty collection tube, and it shattered. Huh. T.J.: I have to check on a patient. Do you mind waiting with elizabeth until her rideshare arrives? Sure. Yeah. Great. Great. Uh, go home and rest. I will. Hey, forget about the rideshare. I’ll drive you home myself. What about your patients? No, it’s not important. I’ll get someone to cover. It just shattered in your hand? Yeah, it was — it was — no, it — it wasn’t an accident. You deserve to know the truth.

I was distracted,not watching what I was doing. What was distracting you? Well, for one, walking in on you and terry talking about me behind my back. My fault, not terry’s, all right? We’re sorry we upset you. No, you upset me, finn. You don’t think I’m capable of taking care of myself. I never said that. Then why don’t you trust me? I do trust you. I trust you with my life. I just… I’m not exactly clear on how even mentioning your family is a violation of that trust. And I mean no disrespect by that. Listen, I just — I want to know how I can fix things between us. There’s nothing to fix. Well, if that was true, you would tell me what really caused you to cut your hand. Please join us. Molly and I would love to hear all about the frisbee. Well, it was an accident. Yes. Thank you for the offer, but, um, violet and i will find another table. Oh, now don’t be silly. I always enjoy violet’s company. Finn told me that you said I was pestering you. Did I actually use the word “pester”? According to finn. I vigorously denied it, of course. But if that’s the way you feel, I will pester you no longer. Don’t go. Pull up a chair. Pull up a chair for violet. I mean, it’s not every day you get to have a lunch with the davis girls. I asked her to move in with me. In retrospect, I can see that, yes, it probably did catch her off guard. We were at the hatchet range. Oh, that’s romantic. I know! Look, it’s just one of those things, ma. Sorry. I’ve been thinking about it so much. Right? And so I thought… she’s gotta be on the same page, or at least maybe she’s thinking about it, too. So then when she didn’t say yes immediately, I was kind of thrown off, and… anyway, I-I backed off. I don’t want to pressure her. Okay. I think I know where this is going. Anyway… we talked it out, or at least I — I think we did. At the hotel, I told her I loved her, and I’d wait for her as long as she wanted to wait to move in together. I thought we were good. But then the question of whether to move in together or not goes from this small, little manageable thing, and then it grows into this giant elephant that’s taken up permanent residence, not just in the room but in your psyche and probably sam’s psyche, too, right? I don’t want to mess this up, ma. And now I feel like I did, and I — I — I don’t know what to do next. Are you open to a suggestion? Yeah, please. Okay. Stick to basics. What do you want to happen with sam? I want us to have a life together with our kids. And we don’t need to live in the same place. I don’t know. Separate residences? It doesn’t matter to me. I don’t — I really don’t care about that. No, stick with the feelings. It’s all about the feelings. The living arrangements, all of that can wait. It’s about the feelings. I love her, ma. I want to trust her and support her. And… just try and make her as happy as she’s made me. Spinelli, maxie, this is my cousin mason. Country cousin, from pautuck. You didn’t tell me you had a cousin coming into town. Don’t blame austin. He’s a hot-shot doctor. Sometimes forgets where he’s from, even though the family’s so proud of him. Uh, w-what brings you to our fair city? -Family. -Business. Heh. Family business. We were hoping cousin austin would stay longer when he came home this time. I did what I had to do when I was there. And now I’m here, in my home. Port charles. Whatever unholy alliance my father made with yours ended before we were born. Unless there’s something else you’re not telling me. No. I mean, our fathers knowing each other was just a random coincidence. It’s just something we have in common. But, I mean, aren’t you the least bit curious as to what leopold taub and cesar faison were up to? You never knew your father. Unfortunately, I knew mine, and I’ve been trying to live him down ever since. So if you want to go digging around for skeletons in that attic, you can do it alone. Okay. No, no, no, no. Hey, hey. You’re right, you’re right. Okay, whatever our fathers did died with them. But — and hear me out — I’m a card player, all right? Not a very good one. Okay, well, it depends on the players and the game. My point is — okay — I always factor the odds and take them into account. Now, what are the odds that, on that day, I would parachute into that pool — and almost drown me. Okay. You got a little wet. All right? And if I didn’t say it then, I’m saying it now. You looked gorgeous.

And now you’re trying to flatter me. I think you look good soaking wet. So sue me. Trust me, I… really considered it. Okay, well, just a reminder — I can’t afford to pay a lawyer, so there’s no way I could pay you for the damages. Don’t worry. I’m not gonna drag you to court. Yeah, I knew you couldn’t be that hard-hearted.

[ Chuckling ] That gif of me climbing out of the pool is just now coming down everyone’s feed, so I don’t need to draw any more attention to it. Oh, so I’m being saved by your self-interest. Mm-hmm. Bingo. Nah. I don’t buy it. Hey, sam. Uh… well, I got quartermaine picnic stuff to look into. So I’ll see you later, sweetie. It’s nice to see you. It’s so good to see you, too. So the qua rtermaine picnicfundraiser’s tomorrow? Yeah. Yeah, my mom’s, uh… going crazy working on that. Plus, she’s got leo’s production of “a midsummer night’s dream.” He’s playing bottom, so he’s — he’s pretty excited about that. And you? Well, that depends. On what? On…whether or not you’re going with me. Well, that was delicious. Anyone for dessert? Ice-cream sundaes for all of us. Molly:

[ Laughs ] I like your style, kid. I’ve liked it since the minute we met. As much as you like my grandpa? Uh, I apologize for my granddaughter. She obviously has no filter. Don’t apologize at all. And to answer your question, I like your grandpa’S…writing. I don’t always agree with it, but it’s never boring. Violet: No, never. You should really hear one of his bedtime stories. So how long you in town? Oh, that depends on my cousin here. I think we said everything we needed to say to each other back in pautuck. Not quite. I can’t leave until you understand how much you mean to your family back home and how much we expect of you. Besides, I was hoping you’d show me all the sights here in port charles. Although I won’t have to look much further than this lovely lady. Uh, this lovely lady is not on the tour. Okay. I have an idea. Uh, why don’t you come to the quartermaine picnic tomorrow? Oh, I’m pretty sure mason’s got better things to do than that. I can’t think of one. As I hear it, the quartermaines are practically royalty. Too bad cuz here missed out on the family jewels. You’re right. It wasn’t just an accident. What happened? Well, I was… thinking about all the time you’ve wasted worrying about me, time we’ll never get back, and I just got so angry that I — I crushed the tube without realizing it. Okay. I know what it’s like to keep that kind of anger inside. Is there any chance that’s only part of it? Is there any way that that anger is about something else, maybe something in your past, something… maybe that you barely remember?

I’ve made my peace with my father’s family. That’s our austin. Some folks say money buys happiness. But austin was raised right. Weren’t you, cuz? Thanks. What do you say we get out of here, huh? Um, actually, uh, georgie, james, and bailey lou are with your parents. But mac and felicia can’t watch them all afternoon. Can we just talk childcare before you take off with him? Uh, give me just one second, and then we’ll go? Sure, mm-hmm. Okay, come on. There’s no way you’re going to that picnic. Watch me. Who knew the eminent professor chase is capable of blushing. I don’t blush. Yes, you do, grandpa. You blushed when daddy saw your name in the invader and said you were famous. Alexis:

[ Chuckles ] Well, he is famous already in academic circles, but now he just has a wider audience. I wasn’t looking for fame, just — just for fairness in journalism. It’s okay to enjoy some attention. Everyone likes attention. I’m not everyone. That’s for sure. How many times do I have to tell you? I’m fine. Now I have to meet my rideshare. But let’s not fight any more ’cause I really hate it. I hate it, too.

[ Door closes ] Gregory: You must know that disregarding elizabeth’s wishes could cost you the relationship. I know, dad. Losing elizabeth would hurt like hell. This isn’t about me. It’s about her. And I could stand losing her… if I knew she was gonna be okay in the end.

[ Breathes deeply ] Hi. This is dr. Finn for dr. Webber. Is she available? Yes, uh… tell her hamilton finn called. I need a consult with dr. Webber about… someone we have in common. Of course I will go to leo’s play. Really? Yeah. Okay, cool. My mom said she will get us good seats. Olivia’s gonna worry about seats after everything she has to do tomorrow? Uh, so, speaking of tomorrow… I said of course I will go to the picnic. Right. We don’t have to — my thought was —

[ Chuckles ] No, you first, you first. We don’t have to rush through this, okay? We — we don’t? No, we can…

[ Breathes deeply ] We just, you know… take it slow. We’ll know when the time is right, okay? We’ll just take it slow, just like you wanted to. Yeah. You want to come off as all selfish and uncaring, but it is — it’s just not true. Uh-huh, yes, it is. Oh, really? Then why’d you help me out in that alley behind the savoy? Why didn’t you just pick up my last 50 and walk off? Kind of wish I did. Really? No. I mean, you were pathetic, crawling on your hands and knees, all bruised and broken. I never got to thank you properly for that rescue, so let me do it now. How? I would like to invite you to the quartermaine picnic tomorrow. There’ll be so many people there, it’s not really a date. Well, when you word it like that… I accept. Shall we shake on it? See you tomorrow. Tomorrow.

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[Knock at door]

Brady: Hey, are you busy?

Marlena: Hey, what a nice surprise!

Brady: Oh, you don’t know the half of it.

[Whistles]

Marlena: Oh, no! Look at you, rachel! Get over here!

[Laughs] Ooh, that’s my girl.

Chloe: Look, I know it’s a lot to read, but I added 178 pages of documentation that would answer every question the merino legal team could possibly have.

Kristen: Hmm. So how long did this take you?

Chloe: Almost three weeks.

Kristen: Mm, well, that’s too bad. You’re not gonna get paid for those three weeks.

Chloe: What?

Kristen: Well, basic black can’t afford to spend good money on unnecessary reports. And what ceo has time to read this busy work?

Chloe: Well, if it’s too complicated for you, I’m sure I can–

Kristen: Do you think insults are a good tactic at this moment? Boil this down to under 20 pages.

Chloe: 20 pages?

Kristen: And do it quickly, or I’m afraid I’m going to have to–

Chloe: What, what? Write me up again?

Kristen: Oh, chloe, I’m gonna do more than that. Your job requires more than a background in steno pool.

Chloe: You know that’s not where I came from.

Kristen: Mm, I’m fully aware of where you came from.

Chloe: Excuse me?

Kristen: You’re unqualified for this job, chloe. And I have no choice but to tell gabi and the board that this important deal had to be delayed again because of your incompetence, mm?

[Phone line trilling]

Li: Hello?

Gabi: Hi, li, bad time?

Li: Please don’t tell me there’s another holdup with the merino deal.

Gabi: I’m expecting a proposal from brady’s office this morning.

Li: Good.

Gabi: Well, it’s such a beautiful day, and I’m having some lunch in the park. You wanna join me?

Li: Oh, sounds nice, but unfortunately, I have a meeting.

Gabi: Well, you can’t blame a girl for trying.

[Knock at door] Is someone there?

Li: Probably just the maid.

Ava: Why don’t you tell rafe the truth, that gwen and i are just friends.

Ej: Just friends don’t usually break each other out of prison, do they? And the fact that you did your “just friend” that favor the night that abigail was killed, well, that certainly is vital information, don’t you think?

Ava: Here. If you’re so sure of what you heard, go ahead. Call the police right now.

Male announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “days of our lives.”

[Soft orchestration]

Li: I’m gonna have to go if i want to make that meeting. Enjoy your lunch.

Gabi: See you later.

Li: Sure, goodbye. What do you mean showing up here? We agreed to meet in your lab.

Rolf: Do you think I’m stupid? I know it was you.

Li: What are you talking about?

Rolf: You know damned well what I’m talking about. You tried to kill stefano’s son!

Johnny: Having a picnic on company time, I see.

Gabi: Yeah, don’t tell anybody.

Johnny: Your secret’s safe with me.

Gabi: Thank you.

Johnny: You know, I’ve been meaning to reach out to you. I’m sorry I haven’t yet.

Gabi: I’m sorry, I have no clue what you’re–

Johnny: It’s just the longer I waited, the harder it got and I just–

Gabi: The harder what got?

Johnny: Gabi. I think I owe you an apology.

Ej: You’re bluffing.

Ava: Did you happen to record what you heard me say to gwen?

Ej: No.

Ava: You’re a lawyer. You know that your statement about a conversation eavesdropped on is hearsay.

Ej: You’re familiar with the federal rules of evidence?

Ava: I’m a vitali.

Ej: And I’m an officer of the court. If your friend, gwen, killed my sister-in-law–

Ava: Gwen didn’t kill anybody.

Ej: Oh, and I should just take your word for that because you’re such an upstanding citizen? I heard you accusing her just now. You have no idea what she did or didn’t do.

Ava: You asked me to give you one good reason why you shouldn’t call the cops. I did.

Ej: I didn’t expect us to be discussing the hearsay rule.

Ava: Oh. What did you want me to say?

Ej: That in exchange for my silence, you will sign jake’s shares in dimera enterprises over to me.

Marlena: Sounds to me like you had a really good time and a really good trip.

Brady: It was; my favorite part was getting to pick you up. Do you remember when I told you that I wanted to talk to grandma a little bit? Okay, could you maybe listen to some music on the couch over here and just hang out? It won’t be long, okay? Okay, here you go.

Marlena: I swear she’s grown 2 inches since I saw her last.

Brady: I think you’re right. Thank you for letting me bring her here. I wanted her to feel that this was a comfortable place, sort of a neutral territory.

Marlena: I’m not sure I understand what you’re getting at.

Brady: I’ve decided to give kristen a chance to see her.

Chloe: So for the last three weeks, you’ve been saying, “this is too vague,” or “you need to be more specific,” so I did what you asked, and now you’re asking me to pare this thing down to 20 pages?

Kristen: Chloe, if you don’t like my management style, you can just quit.

Chloe: I’m not gonna give you the satisfaction of driving me out. But even if you did succeed, do you really think that you can come between brady and me?

Kristen: You’re not the great love of his life, you know?

Chloe: That’s not what he said last night when we were making love– whoa, what are you do– were you gonna hit me?

Kristen: You slut. You’re such a slut, huh? Yeah, no, you know what? I’m not gonna hit you. Uh-uh. See, I’m gonna drive this stake right through your cold little heart. Moderate to severe eczema still disrupts my skin.

Ava: So you’re gonna blackmail me?

Ej: I see it as giving you options. You can’t say that I haven’t been hospitable. I’m not ordering you to move out.

Ava: Oh, so if I sign over my shares to you, I get to stay and live in the mansion?

Ej: With all the privileges and benefits accorded to my brother’s widow.

Ava: Oh, so it’s bribery and blackmail.

Ej: However you want to put it.

Ava: Oh, you got nothing on me. I mean, why would I break gwen out of prison? Hm, you know, I’m the one who ratted on her to the da.

Ej: Then why do I keep walking in on the two of you having tte–ttes in the living room?

Ava: Maybe because you’ve got such a well-stocked bar here.

Ej: Ava, dear. We both know what I heard. And I think rafe will be very interested to hear it.

Ava: Rafe is not gonna believe a word that you have to say. He hates you more than he hates me. But you know what, go ahead. Be my guest, make the call, waste rafe’s time, and make an enemy out of me. See where that gets you.

Johnny: I’ve been filled in on some of the stuff I did while I was, you know…

Gabi: Possessed by the devil?

Johnny: God, yeah, wow, as many times as I say that, I just can’t make it sound casual, and, anyway, it seems I did a number on you.

Gabi: Oh, you mean us almost having sex on my desk?

Johnny: Wait, that happened, and I don’t remember it?

Gabi: Do not worry. It was not memorable.

Johnny: Okay. Ow, that hurts.

Gabi: Good!

Johnny: Look, the thing I feel worst about is– I don’t know, I just feel like you and my uncle, jake, you might still be together if I–if the devil hadn’t–

Gabi: No, no, we wouldn’T. Jake’s dead, and you had nothing to do with it.

Johnny: Yeah, but the reason you guys broke up was because you thought he sold you out to victor kiriakis–it was me. And I am truly sorry for that.

Gabi: I appreciate you saying that, but, well, the truth is, you did me a little favor.

Johnny: How?

Gabi: Well, when jake refused to believe me, believe what I actually saw with my own eyes, I realized that he would never trust me. You know, why would he? We built our relationship on me wanting him to be somebody else.

Johnny: Stefan.

Gabi: Yeah, and then when jake died so suddenly, it brought back all those memories of the worst night of my life, of stefan dying so suddenly. So don’t feel bad about jake and me. I mean, I was out of his life for, what, 15 minutes before ava vitali was in his bed?

Johnny: And then he married her.

Gabi: Yeah, then he married her. Everything happened so quickly, I forgot about that, but it doesn’t matter because I’m with li shin, and we’re very happy.

Johnny: I’m glad, I’m glad. So does that mean you and me, we’re okay? I wish you and li the best.

Rolf: You went against your word, damn it! Turning off stefan’s life support.

Li: Temporarily.

Rolf: It would’ve been permanently had you not been caught. This, after you assured me you would not harm him! You said you only wanted to delay his recovery long enough to cement your relationship with ms. Hernandez.

Li: I had a moment of doubt, what can I say?

Rolf: Your moment of doubt would’ve caused all those years of my work to go up in smoke!

Li: You don’t care any more about stefan than I do. He’s a science fair project to you, a feather in your cap.

Rolf: And an obstacle to you.

Li: Hm, so basically, we’re on the same page.

Rolf: I assured kristen that you will not have an opportunity to get near her brother again.

Li: Oh, come on. Kristen’s show of sisterly love for stefan and jake is really a matter of shares of stock. So I proposed a slight change in the plan for stefan. She liked it.

Rolf: What is this plan?

Li: Once stefan has been miraculously brought back to life, I want him to immediately become attracted to–

Rolf: Chloe lane.

Li: So she told you?

Rolf: What does that have to do with business?

Li: Every story is a business story. Ms. Lane is getting in kristen’s way. And I need kristen to be happy and on my side. So can you make it happen?

Marlena: Brady.

Brady: Hmm?

Marlena: Are you sure you want to let kristen see her?

Brady: I do, and I don’T. I mean, kristen’s been asking for months, but when she was at statesville, I didn’t think that was appropriate to bring rachel there. But now that she’s out, I don’t have that excuse anymore.

Marlena: I understand.

Brady: She loves her mom. She keeps asking me why she can’t see her mom.

Marlena: Yeah, well, I understand that too. Kristen can be very unpredictable.

Brady: She can, but not so much when she’s with rachel. She adores her. I just–I don’t want to tell– I don’t want to tell rachel who her mother is and what she has done until she’s older.

Marlena: You’re such a good dad.

Brady: Well, I do know that I’m not being completely selfless in this. I mean, since kristen has gotten out of the joint, she’s been very noisy about wanting to revisit the custody agreement.

Marlena: Oh, dear.

Brady: And that’s not the worst of it. She’s installed herself at basic black under li shin, so she’s been lording her power over chloe ever since.

Marlena: What do you think she’s looking for in terms of custody?

Brady: She says– she says she wants joint, but I wouldn’t put it past her to go for full. Marlena, I cannot let that happen. I mean, maybe if I play nice, kristen will play nice in return.

Chloe: Whoa, you’re actually gonna kill me in this office? How would that work out for you?

Kristen: Well, if you haven’t noticed, chloe, I have a certain gift for getting myself out of jams.

[Phone ringing]

Kristen: It’s brady. Hi. Chloe and I were just talking about you.

Brady: You said you wanted to see rachel when she got back. She and I are at marlena’s office.

Kristen: Right now?

Brady: Yeah.

Kristen: I’ll be there. Time. It’s life’s most precious commodity,

Rolf: The problem is, I’m not sure I can do what you’re asking.

Li: Come on, you’re a genius. You kept a guy with no heart alive for four years.

Rolf: That is true.

Li: All I want is for you to make stefan forget he ever loved gabi.

Rolf: You think such a thing is easy? The emotion center of the brain is not my area of expertise!

Li: Don’t be modest. I heard you put a chip in hope brady’s brain, made her think she was a dead european princess.

Rolf: Yes, I did do that. But–

Li: I have faith in you, rolf. If anyone can make stefan fall back in love with chloe lane, it has to be you.

Chloe: Hey, I’m sorry, but we need to talk.

Gabi: Oh, that was fast.

Chloe: What do you mean?

Gabi: I just told your secretary I needed the merino report, and, well, here you are.I really need to talk to you

Gabi: What else is there? Kristen says this is not ready to go to the client–

Chloe: Kristen–kristen just tried to murder me.

Gabi: For real?

Kristen: Yeah, with a letter opener because she wants brady.

Gabi: Uh, did you go to the police?

Chloe: No.

Gabi: Okay, well, I mean, you’re not dead.

Chloe: I would be dead if she hadn’t gotten a phone call from brady; I’d have a letter opener through my heart. I’m sorry, just going to work now feels like I’m risking my life. I can’t sleep, I get stress headaches, and I don’t want to live like this. But I don’t think hr can handle this kind of a problem.

Gabi: Maybe you should just resign.

Chloe: No! I have a son to support.

Gabi: Okay, yeah, no, I get that. Maybe try not to escalate the situation, hm?

Chloe: And just do nothing?

Gabi: Well, you know kristen. She’s probably not even gonna be here that–

Chloe: Oh, she will be here. As long as brady and rachel are here, she’s not going anywhere. And she’s convinced that I’m the only thing that’s keeping them from being together.

Gabi: I just don’t think is the hill to die on.

Chloe: Can we not talk about dying? Please, I’m just asking you, can you talk to her? Can you tell her to leave me alone?

Gabi: If I do that, she’s gonna flip on me.

Chloe: That lady flipped like 20 years ago.

Gabi: It means she’s gonna side up with ej, and then he’s gonna kick me out of this office in about two seconds. Look, I’m sorry, I can’t do that. My hands are tied.

Ej: I suppose I don’t need to involve the police yet.

Ava: Good answer.

Ej: Given that leo stark currently occupies the suspect of the week cell at salem city jail.

Ava: He looks good for abigail’s murder, don’t you think?

Ej: Hmm, they all did. Until they had alibis. If stark has one as well, I’m making that call.

Ava: Ah, so we are right back where we started, except that now everything is out in the open. Look, I know the only reason you invited me to move in here was to get your hands on my dimera shares, but now you’ve completely shown your hand. Oh, and for the record, if I was going to let go of those shares, which is highly unlikely, the person I’d give them to would be your one and only sister, kristen. Because we actually do get along.

Brady: Do you think rachel could benefit from seeing a child psychologist?

Kristen: Rachel doesn’t need a therapist. All she needs is her mama.

Rachel: Mommy!

Kristen: Right, baby? Ha! Oh, my god. Everything is gonna be all right now, sweetheart, hm? Mama’s here, yeah. Oh, baby. Pool floaties are like whooping cough.

Ej: You’d be foolish to pit me against my sister right now. Her loyalty will always be to family.

Ava: Yeah, well, I’m family now too. And jake would be rolling over in his grave right now if he knew how you were treating his widow.

Ej: But he doesn’t know, does he? And he won’T.

Ava: Yeah, well, so much for the gracious host making me feel welcome.

Ej: You can always move out.

Ava: Oh, I’m not going anywhere, ej, and if you expect anything in return for your generosity–

Ej: You think you can live here indefinitely without offering me something in return?

Ava: You can go straight to hell.

Johnny: What’s going on here?

Ava: Ask your father.

[Tense music]

Chloe: So you’re saying that if kristen murders me at the office, you won’t care?

Gabi: I’m just saying she doesn’t to get sent back to statesville. I mean, she lives for her daughter.

Chloe: Yeah, and for brady. And that little stunt she pulled today in the office was her showing me that she means business.

Gabi: I wish I could help you.

Chloe: Oh, you know kristen could hurt you too.

Gabi: How?

Chloe: You know she doesn’t give a damn about basic black, or this proposal, or the merger. All she cares about is pushing me out of brady’s life.

Gabi: Look, even if you’re right, she’s still a dimera, and I’m not. I have absolutely no power over her.

Chloe: Ugh. I guess I should’ve figured you’d do this.

Gabi: Sorry, what does that mean?

Chloe: Oh, come on, don’t tell me you’ve forgotten. Me and stefan? We were together, and we were happy, and then you just swooped right in, and you slept with him, and you took him away from me.

Rolf: Even if I could make stefan feel an attraction to chloe, how do you know chloe would return his feelings? I’m a doctor, not a matchmaker.

Li: I don’t care what chloe feels. I just want to keep stefan from going after gabi. Your friend kristen’s the one who wants stefan to break up chloe and brady. If that doesn’t happen, it’s her problem, not mine.

Kristen: Oh, you have grown up so much since the last time I saw you. You’re so pretty. Baby.

Rachel: I missed you, mommy.

Kristen: Not as much as I missed you. I got your valentine, and I really wanted to send you one, but I couldn’T. You know what I do? I keep yours with me everywhere I go. See? Yeah, and guess what else. I have in here a little present for you. It’s yours, open it up.

Rachel: It’s a necklace!

Kristen: Yeah. It’s a very special necklace. It’s called a locket. And see, we open it up.

[Gasps] Oh, and there we are. And that’s daddy, and that’s me, and the little baby I’m holding, that’s you. It’s when we were a family, the three of us together.

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Johnny: So what’s going on with you and ava?

Ej: Oh, we were having a disagreement about the company.

Johnny: What does ava have to do with dimera enterprises?

Ej: She could vote your uncle jake’s shares with me, and we can send gabi hernandez packing, but ava doesn’t see it that way.

Johnny: You know, it was pretty obvious from the get-go when you invited her to move in here that it wasn’t about taking care of your brother’s widow. It’s about controlling his shares.

Ej: Before you get too comfortable up there on the moral high ground, let me remind you that ava’s marriage to your uncle jake is highly suspect.

Johnny: How so?

Ej: Well, she did marry him shortly before he was shot to death.

Johnny: Are you saying you think ava is responsible for jake’s death?

Ej: No. And neither did the police. But I do believe the marriage is suspect.

Johnny: Because he was killed the same day she married him.

Ej: Of course.

Johnny: Yeah, man, she’s got to be shell-shocked.

Ej: Oh, believe me, that woman is always capable of thinking clearly. And she never stops acting in her own best interests.

Johnny: Or maybe she’s just trying to do what she thinks jake would’ve wanted, and maybe jake would’ve wanted gabi to stay right where she is. And it sounds like you’re asking her to just say to hell with what he wanted.

Ej: I don’t think ava really cares about what jake would’ve wanted.

Johnny: What does that mean?

Ej: That the poor widow isn’t as grief-stricken as you seem to think.

Gabi: What happened between stefan and me was not about hurting you. At first, I wanted to get back at him because he was part of the reason I went to prison for something I didn’t do. I never expected to fall in love with him. It just happened. I thought that I’d been in love before, but stefan was the first. He was the only man who ever really loved me back.

Chloe: Okay, I’m sorry. I was trying to make you feel guilty, and now I just– I feel guilty. Come on, please don’t cry, okay? I’m sorry, I just– I was just very hurt and angry when stefan dumped me for you. But realistically, he and I would’ve never lasted. I mean, good grief, vivian would’ve been my mother-in-law. Brady and I are together, and you and stefan were obviously meant to be.

Gabi: Till the day he died.

Rolf: Have you had a frank conversation with kristen about her plan for stefan and chloe?

Li: She’s a smart woman. She’ll figure out what to do. You said that she told you that she’s on board with my plan.

Rolf: More or less.

Li: Then it seems to me you have your marching orders. So why don’t you go back to your lab and start working on stefan right away.

Kristen: Would you like mommy to put this on you?

Brady: Sweetie? Sweetie, are you hungry? It’s probably time for a snack, right?

Rachel: No, I’m fine.

Marlena: Why don’t I take you to the cafeteria because I think they have that chocolate milk that you like, and you can tell me more about your trip?

Rachel: Can mom come with us?

Kristen: No, sweetie. I need to stay here and talk with daddy. But you know what? I’m gonna see you soon, I promise. You know, you go with marlena, okay, sweetheart? Here, hey. All right. I’ll see you soon.

Brady: What the hell are you doing?

Kristen: What do you mean?

Brady: The locket, really?

Kristen: You’re angry because I gave a present to my own child? I have been carrying that around with me for ages while I wait for a chance to see her. And I do–I thank you for giving me that chance.

Brady: You are making me wish that I hadn’T. Do you understand that that necklace is gonna put ideas into her head? Kristen: Okay–

Brady: That’s exactly what you wanted, kristen.

Kristen: What ideas, brady? It’s just a picture of the three of us.

Brady: That necklace is gonna give her hope that we are somehow gonna be a family again.

Kristen: Well, who says we won’t? No matter who you are,

Gabi: Let me take a look at that report.

Chloe: Yeah.

Gabi: Oh, wow. Well, this is pretty detailed. I mean, what was kristen’s problem with it?

Chloe: Well, apparently, my first draft was too vague, and now this one is too long. So basically, nothing I do is going to please her.

Gabi: It’s not about what pleases her. What’s all this footnote action at the end here?

Chloe: Almost 200 pages of documentation that kristen said that she wanted.

Gabi: All right, you know what, toss it, send it to me again asap please. And I’m gonna do what I can.

Chloe: Thank you.

Gabi: But you do know that kristen is just gonna come up with some new way to torture you.

Chloe: I know, but I’m not quitting. She needs to know that two can play at that game of hers. Kristen needs to know that she’s not the only one who can play hardball.

Brady: I can’t believe I have to say this to you again. I will. You and I are never getting together again, ever. I let you see rachel because that’s what rachel wanted, but make no mistake, if you start trying to turn her against chloe, or if you keep making these ridiculous promises to her about you and I–

Kristen: I did not make any promises. I did not make any promises, brady. I love her, and I would never use her to–

Brady: You would never– you would never use her? That’s exactly what you did. You haven’t seen her in months. The first thing you do is start rhapsodizing about how we used to be a family, like we were in some vine-covered cottage in some damn fairy tale, kristen. The truth is, she just didn’t understand the fact that we were on the run because her mother was convicted of stabbing her great-grandfather in the heart. Remember that?

Kristen: Brady, hey, you– you know why I did that.

Brady: Damn it, kristen, that little girl’s been through enough. She’s finally getting a little stability in her life. I really want to keep it that way.

Kristen: Don’t you think I want that for her too?

Brady: Make no mistake, just because she wants you in her life doesn’t mean that I’m gonna do whatever you want, okay?

Kristen: You cannot keep her away from me because that would be heartless and cruel.

Brady: Oh, that’s hilarious coming from you, the mother that wanted to kidnap her own daughter to keep her away from her father.

Kristen: I was wrong. And you– I was desperate, brady.

Brady: You’re always, always desperate.

Kristen: Where are you going?

Brady: I’m going to pick up our daughter, and I’m going to take her home because this visit is over.

Kristen: Okay, wait, just– oh, my god, just wait. When do I get to see her again?

Brady: When do you get to– I’ll tell you when you get to see her again. You get to see her again when you stop putting your needs in front of your daughter’S. You get to see her when you are the mother that she needs right now.

Kristen: How dare you speak to me that way!

Brady: I’m just calling it as I see it.

Kristen: [Groans]

Johnny: Ava, you decent?

Ava: Yeah. Oh, come on in.

Johnny: You all right?

Ava: Yeah, I will be.

Johnny: I’m sorry about the way my dad’s treating you. It’s not…

Ava: Yeah, well, he’s pressuring me to give him jake’s shares, and when I told him i wouldn’t, he said he was gonna kick me out.

Johnny: What’d you say to him?

Ava: Well, I’m no pushover, kid. I’m not going anywhere.

Johnny: Good. You know, my dad, he’s– he’s pretty much screwed it up with my mom, and I guess everyone else. So I think he’s just really one-track minded about getting the company back. But that doesn’t give him an excuse to walk all over you, right? You know, not after everything you’ve been through. I’m sorry he did that.

Ava: You’re sweet. I grew up in a mob family. I’m not gonna let ej dimera rattle me.

Johnny: He the reason you were crying?

Ava: Oh, no, no, no. It’s just been… these last months, years been kind of tough. You know, turning my back on my family and just bouncing around, and then… my youngest son went and got himself murdered. And my oldest son, my pride and joy, he couldn’t take it here anymore, so he just–he moved out west. Then my precious jake. You know, to lose him too, it’s– anyway, it was just, you know, it all just became a bit much, but I’m okay. I will be okay because I always am.

Johnny: If you ever need anyone to talk to, I’m here, so…

Ava: Thank you.

Johnny: Yep.

[Tense music]

We women are in the know about everything.

Johnny: Well, I just got back from a run, so I should probably go hit the shower.

Ava: Thanks for being here for me.

Johnny: Sure.

[Soft music]

Chloe: It’s such a cute picture. You were really a beautiful baby.

Rachel: Mommy says that picture is when we were a family.

Brady: Yeah, that was a long time ago, sweetie.

Rachel: I want to be a family again.

Marlena: I didn’t think you’d still be here.

Kristen: I was hoping brady would bring rachel back to say goodbye.

Marlena: No, no. No, she’s jet-lagged. And she wanted to see chloe.

Kristen: Oh, you said that to hurt me.

Marlena: I said that to help you face reality. Brady and chloe are together. They love each other. Nothing you can do could change that.

Rolf: I can’t promise to program stefan’s feelings in accordance with your wishes and kristen’S. I can only promise to do my best work.

Li: That’s all I can ask. I have faith in you, rolf. Please, keep me updated on your progress.

Rolf: I will.

Gabi: Why didn’t you tell me you were meeting up with this creep? What do you two have to meet about?

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Deacon: No, no, no. The… this can’t– this can’t be. It can’t be. It can’t, there’s no way. It can’t be.

[ Deacon gasping ]

Sheila: Mama’s back.

Deacon: Sheila. Sheila!

[ Sheila cackling ]

[ Birds cawing ]

Finn: Hey.

Steffy: Hi. So, how was it?

Finn: Sun was out. The swell was sick. It was not a bad wave for my first day back on board–

Steffy: Aww. — Since, uh… anyway. I loved every second of it. I wish you’d come out with me next time.

Steffy: Yeah, well, talk to your son. He’s the reason I couldn’t join.

Finn: Hmm. Little guy’s still mad?

Steffy: Mm-hmm. But be forewarned. He did say before I put him down that he had a big day planned for the two of you.

Finn: Oh. Huh.

Steffy: But I did tell him that mommy gets dibs first.

Finn: And what did he say to that?

Steffy: He said change his diaper.

[ Both laughing ]

Finn: I got to say, as much as I miss the waves, it is nowhere near as much as I miss my gorgeous, talented, sexy wife.

Quinn: Are you having as much trouble as I am?

Carter: More.

Quinn: More? Well, I’m trying to concentrate, but I’m finding that it’S… getting really hard.

Carter: Me, too.

Quinn: Maybe we should do something about it before it drives us both crazy.

Carter: Oh, I’m already at the crazy mark.

Quinn: Oh, you are?

Carter: Mm-hmm.

Quinn: So, uh, which one of us is going to bridge the divide?

Carter: Me.

Quinn: You? Why does it get to be you?

Carter: Because I’m on the edge.

Quinn: Well, stop talking and get over here.

[ Both moaning ]

Carter: I’ve been wanting to do that all morning.

Quinn: Oh, yeah?

Carter: Mm-hmm. I’ve been wanting to do this all morning.

[ Ridge sighing ]

Ridge: Could’ve sworn this was my office.

[ Quinn clearing throat ]

Steffy: You should get out of this, uh, wetsuit.

Finn: You’re offering help?

Steffy: The surfer vibe you’re giving off is…

Finn: Hmm.

Steffy: You’ve come so far. You’re surfing again. You’re back at the hospital. It really feels that like our lives are finally back to where they were before that horrible night in the alley.

Finn: I was never going to give up on our life together. You’re– you’re what kept me going, all that time I was away. Your love kept me alive. It’s what keeps me alive.

Quinn: Is there a problem, ridge?

Ridge: Oh, I don’t know. I think it’s me. I just– never going to get used to my best friend making out with my ex-stepmother.

Carter: It was just a kiss.

Quinn: Hey, just a kiss?

Carter: It was a hell of a kiss.

Quinn: It was a hell of a–

Ridge: Can we stop doing that, please? Please, please. Find someone’s back seat. Please don’t do this here.

Quinn: Oh. ‘Cause you never do.

Ridge: It’s my house.

Carter: Okay. Okay. Let’s move it right along. There’s some things I want to go over with you– well, you and steffy if she’s coming in–

Ridge: She’s not coming in, she’s going to spend some time with finn and her family.

Carter: Okay. All right. Well, I– I thought she might have been coming in today.

Zende: Sorry to interrupt, is it true? I was out of town. I just heard about sheila. Killed by a bear? That’s freaking nuts.

Deacon: You’re supposed to be dead.

Sheila: Well, I’m not. Surprise.

Deacon: Wait, the– the cops said that you’re dead, you– you got attacked by a bear.

Sheila: The only thing that attacked me was you.

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Finn: I could just… I could hold you like this forever and never let go.

Steffy: I want you to hold me like this forever and never let me go. But kelly and hayes won’t allow it. Soon, hayes is going to be up from his nap, and kelly is going to be home from a friend’s house and it’s going to be complete kiddo chaos again.

Finn: Yeah. Yes, it will. But I love it. And our family time might be what I missed most while I was gone. Except this. This right here. This is what matters most.

Steffy: Oh. I feel the same way. And I know I’ve said this so many times, but having you back, our family together, it is– it’s everything. A sense of joy and relief. Not only from the kids, but from me, too. Just to know that we have a lifetime of memories ahead of us to make. Memories that are because of you. My incredibly brave husband. You stopped those bullets from sheila to save me.

Ridge: Oh, zende, not just any toe, her middle toe. See, sanchez knew it wasn’t gonna be enough to just show us some– the– the things that she left behind. Some blood on– on a phone or whatever. We needed something more conclusive.

Carter: Yeah. I see a torn off toe did that.

Zende: Does that mean– was that– the only thing left of dear departed sheila? Yep.

Ridge: Boom. Oh, uh, I have a picture of it. You want to see it?

Quinn: What? No.

Ridge: Hang on. Don’t judge me. Here.

[ All groaning ]

Ridge: You know why I have this? It’s a constant reminder that she’s gone, she’s not gonna hurt any of my eople ever again.

[ Sheila laughing ]

Sheila: Wow. You know, last night was incredible. But to leave you speechless? I guess I am that good.

Deacon: Everyone thinks you’re dead.

Sheila: Yeah, well, that was the plan. This whole getting mauled by a bear ruse was so that I could come back to L.A. To see you.

Deacon: You’re insane.

Sheila: Insanely good between the sheets.

Carter: I’m guessing that means police have closed the case, huh?

Ridge: Yeah, that’s what it means, carter.

Quinn: Well, sheila did her absolute worst, and she paid the price with her life.

Carter: How’s finn? I’m guessing he’s relieved, but still, sheila gave birth to him.

Quinn: Which is probably the only good thing she’s ever done in her entire life.

Ridge: She’d always say how much she loved that boy, right? And then she almost killed him.

Zende: And steffy.

Ridge: And steffy. If steffy had died, I would’ve hunted that woman down for the rest of her days.

Quinn: Well, luckily, you didn’t have to do that ’cause a bear beat you to it. And now steffy and finn are safe.

Ridge: And more in love than I’ve ever seen them.

Steffy: You really are my hero. Jumping in front of a gun, taking a bullet that was meant for me.

Finn: I’ll do it again in a heartbeat.

Steffy: One very close call is more than enough. Thank you. You are the most amazing husband and father and doctor. I will never, ever, ever stop thanking god for bringing you back to us. To me.

Sheila: What’s wrong? I’m not used to you being at a loss for words.

Deacon: It’s just that you look pretty damn good for someone who’s dead.

Sheila: Oh, I think I proved I’m anything but, over and over and over again last night. But if you still need more proof…

Deacon: Stop, just– just stop.

[ Sheila chuckling ]

Sheila: Now, all of a sudden, you’re scared of me? Oh, I can work with that.

Deacon: How?

Sheila: Well, I think that we can come up with–

Deacon: No, no, no, no. I mean, how did you– how did you do it? How did you convince everyone that you’re dead?

Sheila: When it comes to faking my own death, I take it very seriously. Yeah. I may have had to rip out some of my hair, tear my clothes, and a pint of my blood, but I had to make it look like a bear really did maul me.

[ Deacon scoffing ]

[ Sheila laughing ] Yeah, I– I knew that– that none of that was going to be enough, especially not for ridge and the forresters. I knew that they would need more, so I– I gave it to them. Desperate times call for desperate measures. Right? You remember the– the nursery rhyme? This little piggy went to market, this little–

Deacon: Yeah, yeah, yeah, roast beef and all that.

Sheila: Well, this little piggy had to go bye-bye.

Deacon: You did it yourself, you cut off your own toe?

[ Breath catching ]

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Steffy: You know what?

Finn: What?

Steffy: I don’t want to talk about that awful night anymore. About sheila. She tried to destroy our lives. She tried to– she tried to take you away from me.

Finn: Honey, I would never let that happen. One way or another, I was going to find my way back to you. Because my life without you isn’t a life. It isn’t anything without you. We are going to raise our beautiful family. We’re going to make amazing memories. And we’re going to grow old together, hand in hand. More and more love each day for the rest of our lives.

Steffy: That’s what sheila never understood. The power of our love.

[ Steffy sighing ] She’s never going to hurt us again. Never.

Quinn: I know what it’s like, that feeling. Being more in love than ever.

Ridge: And what is that, exactly? Is that a dig at my dad?

Quinn: No. This has nothing to do with eric. I love your father. I will always love your father. But what carter and I have is… special.

Ridge: I wasn’t asking. I don’t– I’ve seen enough already. Can we just leave it alone?

Quinn: No. No. We are not hiding it from anyone ever again.

Ridge: I wish you would.

Carter: Can we get– can we get back to work?

Ridge: I would love that.

Carter: But one more thing. Um, look, I know how worried you were for steffy and the kids when you thought the worst had happened. But then the miracle of miracles, man. Finn is back with his loving wife, with the kids he adores. I know how happy you are, just as we are. I’m happy that sheila will never terrorize them or anyone ever again. It must be an overwhelming sense of relief for you.

Ridge: Overwhelming sense of relief, that’s exactly what it is. Well put. I’m relieved. Ding dong, sheila is dead.

Quinn: Hmm.

Deacon: You seriously cut off your own toe?

[ Deacon exhaling ]

Sheila: You know, it was the greatest physical pain I’ve ever experienced, but it– it was necessary and a small price to pay for my freedom.

Deacon: Your freedom?

Sheila: They were never going to stop looking for me, deacon. They were going to hunt me down like an animal until they caught me. And I– I am not– I’m not going to live that way anymore.

Deacon: This is living? Slicing and dicing body parts.

Sheila: They pushed me to my limits. Would you just stop looking at me like that? I’m– I’m not crazy anymore.

Deacon: Not crazy? You cut off your own toe.

Sheila: And I would do it again. You know what it’s like living behind bars like a caged animal and what it does to you. And I’m never going to do that again. I am never going back to prison.

Deacon: I just can’t even believe you’re here. I– I can’t believe I slept with you.

Sheila: Well, you know what? You did a lot more than sleep with me, big boy. Admit it. You had the time of your life.

Deacon: I didn’t know it was you.

Sheila: Well, now you do. I think that means that we can–

Deacon: Stop. Stop. Sheila, why did you come here? You know I’m on parole. I mean, if anybody thought that I was– I was hanging out with you, I’d go right back to the slammer.

Sheila: Then don’t tell anyone. They all think I’m dead, remember? And you can’t send me away because I have nowhere else to go. And there is no one that understands me the way that you do.

[ Knocking on door ]

Jordan: Hey, deacon,

it’s jordan, your parole

officer. Open up.

Sheila: Oh, my god. I need you– you can’t turn me in. Please don’T. Don’t give me up, please.

Jordan: Deacon, open up now.

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GH Short Recap Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Curtis proposes to Portia while he and Portia are enjoying a day off at the Metro Court pool and Portia says yes and TJ takes pictures when Curtis puts the ring on Portia’s finger.

Marshall and Jordan have a talk and Marshall tells Jordan he abandoned his family because of his Schizophrenia diagnosis and Marshall asks Jordan if Thomas showed any signs of the illness while they were married. Jordan tells Marshall that she never saw any signs of the illness in Tommy. He had PTSD and he died because he found out she had an affair with Shaun and TJ wasn’t his son. Marshall forgives Jordan for her affair with Shaun and tells her now she can lay down that burden.

Jordan meets TJ for lunch at the Metro Court pool and T.J tells her that Curtis and Portia are engaged and Curtis plans to do genetic counseling because he and Portia plan to have kids. Portia gets a call that her genetic counseling appointment for Trina is in three weeks. Jordan overhears the conversation and now she knows that Curtis is Trina’s father.

Willow tells Terry that she is going to wait until her second trimester to start chemotherapy so that her baby can have a better chance of making it to term. Willow also tells Terry she has decided not to tell Michael about her leukemia until she starts chemotherapy because she doesn’t want him to ask her to terminate the pregnancy.

Leo makes a batch of the Sicilian Thunderbolt love Potion and puts it in two cups so that Dante and Sam can realize they really love each other and make up from their argument but he takes the tray of lemonade cups outside and steps, away for a second and when he returns all the cups of lemonade are gone. Leo tells Olivia what happened because he is worried he doesn’t know who took the cups with the love potion in it.

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Y&R Short Recap Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Billy tells Chelsea that he has decided to give up the podcasts and concentrate on his COO job at Chancellor Winters. Billy tells Chelsea she is now the Grinning Soul, but she tells him he will not be happy because he isn’t the cooperate type and he will return to the podcast one day. Billy later tells Lily about his decision and she thinks he is just doing what she wants him to do and will someday resent her for it. Billy assures Lily that he wants to give up the podcasts and be COO because he wants to keep a promise he made to his mother not to let her down again.

Victoria tells Nikki she is ready to move forward and put Ashland behind her but Nikki is worried Victoria hasn’t dealt with her feelings about everything that happened with Ashland. Victoria tells Nikki she has dealt with everything and she wants to make some bold business moves at Newman Enterprises.

Nick tells Victor that he feels badly about accidentally killing Ashland and also lying to the police about what happened that night. Chance tells Kevin that he decided to close the case and say that Ashland died in a car crash because he didn’t have enough evidence to prove Victor moved the body after Ashland was punched by Nick and died. Kevin tells Chance that he did have the evidence and if the truth comes out they could accuse them both of coveting up a crime. Chance tells Kevin that won’t happen because everything is in the police report but some details are redacted so nobody will ever find out the second theory of Ashland’s death. Adam is listening to Chance and Kevin’s conversation and when Chance leaves Adam tells Kevin that if the truth comes out Chance is going to hang him out to dry unless he gets in front of the situation now.

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Days Update Monday, August 22, 2022

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Joseph Mueller

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Gwen paces in the interrogation room, complaining about trusting Leo. Gwen guesses Leo must have gone to the dumpster to retrieve the mask and gave it to the police. Rafe enters the room and tells Gwen that talking to yourself can indicate a guilty conscience. Gwen thinks there has been a mistake. Rafe says the biggest mistake was Gwen’s because she trusted Leo Stark as he then places the Sarah mask on the table.

Sloan visits Leo in his holding cell and informs him that Gwen has been arrested thanks to Leo selling her down the river. Leo argues that it was either her or him and asks if that means he can get out now.

Dr. Rolf can’t promise to program Stefan’s feelings with Li and Kristen’s visions, but he can only promise to do his best work. Li says that’s all he can ask and says he has faith in him. Li asks Rolf to keep him updated on his progress which he agrees to do. Li opens the door for Rolf to leave but is shocked to see Gabi. Gabi questions why Li didn’t tell her that he was meeting with this creep and asks what the hell Rolf is doing there. Gabi questions Li letting him in. Li responds that Dr. Rolf came with a proposition. Gabi suggests Rolf head back to prison where he belongs. Li reminds her that the governor pardoned him. Li claims that Dr. Rolf came by looking for work. Dr. Rolf’s phone rings. Gabi tells him to answer it outside because he’s going to work for them over her dead body. Dr. Rolf responds that he’s fine with that.

Kristen remains in Marlena’s office as she calls Dr. Rolf. She complains that now is not the time for him to go radio silent. She leaves a message, asking if Dr. Rolf talked to Li about killing Stefan’s unfathomable love for Gabi and aiming it at Chloe. Kristen declares that she needs to know as soon as possible. Chad then walks in and questions what Kristen is doing there. Kristen says she didn’t expect to see him here. Chad mentions hearing about her pardon and congratulates her. Kristen responds that she’s just grateful for a second chance. Chad jokes that it’s more like a 302nd chance. Chad questions what Kristen is doing in Marlena’s office and asks if she’s trying to figure out why she’s such a terrible person. Kristen informs him that Brady would only let her see Rachel in what he calls a neutral territory, under supervision. Chad asks if seeing Rachel went okay. Kristen calls it like Heaven and asks how Thomas and Charlotte are. Chad admits they are not great and asks where Marlena is. Kristen says Marlena got called away and she has to get going too. Chad stops her to question her about the call he heard her on about Chloe.

Dr. Rolf questions Gabi’s hostility. Gabi responds that she knows who and what he is. Rolf suggests letting go of the past. Gabi reminds him that she begged him to save Stefan’s life and he refused. Dr. Rolf argues that he didn’t refuse and there was nothing he could do as Stefan was beyond saving. Gabi calls him a worthless hack and says that’s not the whole story.

Jack and Jennifer are at home as Jack talks about how painful it was to not know who killed Abigail but says that’s nothing compared to it being Gwen. Jennifer questions how it could even be since Gwen was locked up in prison. Jack explains that Xander said he and Sarah figured out that Gwen got out that night and went to the mansion, so the woman that Lucas thought was Sarah wasn’t Sarah because of the mask. Jack cries that he doesn’t have the words. Jennifer states that they are facing that Jack’s daughter killed their daughter. Jack responds that he’s so sorry.

Gwen finds it remarkable that Rafe would believe a single word from Leo Stark since he would say anything to save his own ass. Rafe responds that it’s not what he said, but the physical evidence in the mask which has been used more than once to assume the identity of Sarah to implicate her in a crime that she did not commit. Gwen reminds him that she was in prison. Rafe brings up Gwen not being there during the bed check at the same time that Lucas saw what looked to be Sarah. Rafe adds that only Gwen knows where she was. Gwen insists that she didn’t kill her sister, so he can’t prove that she did. Gwen states that she would never do that to her father. Rafe argues that there’s no way a jury will believe her and they will want to make her pay for what she has done. Rafe warns that Gwen has one shot to make him believe her. Gwen then says she will tell Rafe the truth. Rafe turns on the recorder to take Gwen’s statement. Rafe asks where she was on the night of June 10th. Gwen admits that Xander and Sarah were right that she missed bed check and that is because she left the prison temporarily. Rafe asks how but Gwen says that doesn’t matter and the point is that she managed to escape. Gwen confirms she went and got the Sarah mask but before she continues, she needs to go back and tell him why. Gwen recalls Abigail visiting her in prison earlier that day, to ask her to give Jack a mug she made for his birthday. Rafe asks how Abigail responded that. Gwen informs him that she purposely dropped it, smashing it to bits. Rafe questions that being just a few hours before Abigail was murdered. Gwen confirms that it was. Rafe notes that she then had an agenda coming from the prison. Gwen guesses he could say that.

Leo claims to Sloan that he was living in the DiMera Mansion basement. Sloan tells Leo to take her through everything step by step. Leo says he needed a place to hang his hat and recalls Gwen telling him about the tunnels underneath the DiMera Mansion. Leo says after running in to Thomas and telling him that he was the Tooth Fairy, he realized he had to get out but he was entitled to whatever he could get his hands on first. Leo declares that Chad and Abigail destroyed his one chance at happiness with Craig Wesley, so he helped himself to some food and a couple bottles of champagne. Leo adds that before he left for good, he went upstairs to Abigail’s bedroom.

Kristen tells Chad that she could go on and on about Chloe but he doesn’t want her to do that. Chad questions if she’s not going to tell him then. Kristen informs him that Gabi gave her a position at DiMera, overseeing Basic Black, where Chloe is floundering. Kristen calls her a disaster. Chad mocks her being unfair. Kristen suggests changing the subject and asks about Chad’s bandaged hand which Chad blows off as nothing. Kristen thinks there’s a reason Chad isn’t looking her in the eye and a reason that he came to Marlena’s office. Kristen guesses it has to do with Abigail. Chad tells her to go to Hell and starts to walk out. Kristen stops him and says she sees he has the weight of the world on his shoulders right now. Kristen adds that she came to the house to check on him but EJ said he had moved out. Kristen is so sorry about Abigail. Chad argues that she doesn’t care about anyone but herself. Kristen argues that Chad is her brother and family so she does care.

Gabi calls Dr. Rolf a creep since he let her believe that Jake was Stefan when he first showed up. Gabi suggests Dr. Rolf donate his brain to science and calls him a joke, loser, and laughing stock. Dr. Rolf argues that if she had any idea what he has achieved, she’d get down on her knees and thank him. Gabi asks what the hell that means. Li claims he agrees with Gabi that Dr. Rolf is worthless and she’s the CEO, so what she says goes. Li decides he’s taking Dr. Rolf out of hte hotel personally. Li then walks him out and warns that he almost blew everything. Li orders Rolf to go back to his lab and finish the job.

Chad questions if Kristen gave a damn about him when she kidnapped his wife and held her prisoner on the island. Kristen admits she’s done terrible things and is the worst of the DiMeras which is really saying something, but Chad’s the best of them. Chad calls that a very low bar. Kristen thinks Chad came to the office to ask Marlena for help. Kristen says she never asked for help as she was circling the drain and just doubling down on DiMera, so now she has to ask permission to see her daughter and she can’t even be in a room with her alone. Kristen says she loves Rachel but she wasn’t humble, strong, or good enough to put her first. Kristen encourages that Chad is and he will get through this awful pain because he loves his children and is a good man, so he will put his children first and he won’t fall apart like she did because they need him and he will be there for them. Kristen states that is what good parents do. Kristen adds that it may not mean anything to Chad, but she is really sorry for what she did to him and Abigail. Chad states that the time that she was on that island was time they should’ve been together and time they will never get back. Kristen agrees that she is of no use to him, but she really wishes she was. Kristen then takes her purse and exits the office.

Jack tells Jennifer that he’s made everything worse by giving Gwen second chances because he wanted Gwen and Abigail to be sisters. Jennifer assures that she doesn’t blame him and encourages that she needs him to get through this for their sanity and to look forward, not back.

Rafe tells Gwen to take him back to that night. Gwen recalls the DiMera Mansion being quiet when she slipped in and she put the mask on before going inside in case anyone saw her. Rafe asks why she wore the mask. Gwen explains that Sarah had come to see her in prison and she knew that Sarah was still dealing with residual effects from the drug and seeing people, thinking they were Kristen, and even attacking some of them. Rafe guesses she took that information and ran with it, so she attacked Abigail and people would think it was Sarah. Gwen says she’s getting to that. Gwen states that once she got upstairs, she went to Abigail’s room, and saw her sitting on the bed, working. Gwen recalls portraying “Sarah” and attacking Abigail with a syringe, as if she was Kristen. Rafe asks what about the murder weapon. Gwen tells him to let her finish. Gwen says that Abigail fought back hard and eventually pulled her mask off, revealing Gwen. Gwen tried to explain how Sarah sees everybody as Kristen. Abigail guessed she was trying to get her and Sarah both locked up. Gwen assured that she didn’t really have any of the drug left in the syringe and that Abigail was just the means to an end. Rafe questions Gwen now claiming that she did not kill Abigail. Gwen says that’s exactly what she is claiming and that he already has the real murderer behind bars.

Sloan asks Leo what exactly did happen in the room. Leo responds that he’s trying to tell her. Leo says that Gwen called him, furious with Abigail over some mug she made for Jack and that Gwen wanted him to get a knife and use it to stab Abigail. Sloan questions him not telling someone that. Leo says they were best friends and she was going on about a knife, but there was a knife on his breakfast tray. Sloan asks if Leo is telling her that he took the knife upstairs and was thinking about murder. Leo says he was only thinking about stealing, but he wasn’t going upstairs without a backup plan. Leo adds that the problem is, once he got up there, the bedroom was a little crowded. Leo recalls hiding in the bathroom as Chad and Abigail had come home to the bedroom. Leo goes over how afterwards, Chad took the kids to the movies while Abigail stayed behind to work. Leo thought he’d be stuck in there forever since he knew if Abigail saw him, it wouldn’t end well for him. Leo says then he got a break, when she left the room, so he came out of hiding. Leo says he should’ve kept going but there was a jewelry box on the dresser, so he used his knife to break the lock. Sloan wants to know more about the knife and asks him to describe it. Leo says it was what he used with his breakfast and very sharp. Sloan tells him to focus on where the knife is now. Leo recalls stealing the jewelry and leaving the knife behind on the dresser. Leo says he was in a hurry, so it must’ve been there when Gwen arrived, so after he was gone, she must have gone upstairs wearing the Sarah mask and seeing the knife must have triggered something dark in her, then killed Abigail in a frenzy of rage. Leo tells Sloan that is the whole story and then tells her to go tell Rafe so she can get him out of here. Sloan says that’s the last thing she’s going to do, no matter what Gwen did after he took off.

Rafe asks Gwen if that’s not the whole story. Gwen assures that she’s getting to it. Gwen recalls Abigail threatening to call the prison while Gwen plead with her and admitted her plan was horrible, acknowledging that she wouldn’t get Xander back. Gwen told Abigail that she’d just go back to prison on her own, she’d never have to see her again, and they could pretend this never happened. Abigail asked why she would do that after everything Gwen had done and refusing to tell her what she did to her grandmother. Gwen swore she didn’t do anything to Laura and that it was an accident, exactly as she said it happened, so she did not kill her. Gwen said she would go back to prison and serve out the rest of her sentence if Abigail let her go. Abigail reluctantly agreed to give Gwen an hour to get back to prison, so she thanked her and left. Gwen asks Rafe if he’s happy now that he knows how pathetic she really is.

Li returns to the room and claims to Gabi that he really enjoyed tossing Dr. Rolf out in the gutter. Li asks if she’s okay. Gabi complains that Dr. Rolf made her remember how Stefan died and how much she hoped he would come back. Li says if he knew she was coming back, he would’ve thrown him out earlier. Gabi tells him that it’s not his fault. Li offers to help her forget about all that stress. Gabi says she would like that as they kiss.

Dr. Rolf returns to his lab where Kristen is watching over Stefan. Kristen complains about Dr. Rolf not calling her back. Rolf responds that he couldn’t because he was in the middle of an unpleasant encounter with Gabi. He explains that he went to confront Li about his attempts to shut down Stefan’s life support. Kristen tells him to forget about Li and stay focused. Kristen needs to know if Dr. Rolf can erase Stefan’s feelings for Gabi. Dr. Rolf responds that it will give him great pleasure to erase those feelings forever. Kristen tells him that she and Li have slightly different goals. Kristen says that Li wants Stefan to have no interest in Gabi, but that’s not enough, as she needs him to have laser focused aim on Chloe. Dr. Rolf says it’s one thing at a time as this will be a delicate operation that some would call impossible. Dr. Rolf explains that he will have to amplify Stefan’s brainwaves just enough to manipulate his memories and feelings, but no more than that to compromise his viability in the process as they don’t want to kill him. Dr. Rolf tells Kristen to let him get to it as he will need total concentration and solitude. Kristen warns that she wants results as she then exits the lab.

Rafe tells Gwen that it was really pathetic, but it does not get her off the hook for murder. Gwen swears but Rafe argues that all of her lies, her swears don’t mean anything. Rafe adds that Gwen knew as soon as they picked up Leo, she would have to come up with some lie as to why she was in the room. Rafe says if Gwen wanted to implicate Sarah, she could’ve just put on the mask and attacked anyone, so he questions why go to the DiMera Mansion where there’s an elaborate security system full of people who loathe her. Gwen cries that she was crazy and just wanted to scare Abigail, but not kill her. Gwen admits she ran out and Lucas saw her. Rafe brings up Lucas seeing her drop what might have been the murder weapon. Gwen insists it was the syringe and then she hid the mask, ditched the mask and made it back to prison late. Gwen declares that she did not know Abigail was dead until the next day and that she was alive when she left the house. Gwen asks if Leo can say the same thing.

Leo doesn’t see why Sloan doesn’t believe him. Sloan responds that she does believe him, but warns that telling the police that he was in possession of the murder weapon could be disastrous for him as it puts him alone in the room with the victim and the murder weapon which went missing afterwards. Sloan tells Leo that this stays between them until they slam the door on Gwen.

At the Horton House, Jack and Jennifer inform Chad that it was Gwen that killed Abigail. Chad questions it being Gwen all along and asks where Leo fits in. Jennifer says they don’t know and asks if Chad is okay. Chad responds that he’s going to make the kids dinner and quietly walks out of the room, leaving Jack and Jennifer confused.

Sloan approaches Rafe at the police station and says now that he has the real murderer in custody, he needs to call the district attorney to let her client go. Rafe reminds her that without the murder charge, Melinda has more than enough to hold Leo without bail for breaking and entering, possession of stolen property, robbery, and a murder charge is still possible. Rafe declares that he’s going to hold on to his two suspects.

As Gwen is escorted to her holding cell, she yells at Leo for throwing her under the bus to save his own skin. Gwen shouts that two can play that game. Leo questions what lies she told them.

Li and Gabi lay in bed together. Li asks if she’s hungry and if he should order room service but notes that she is distracted. Li guesses she’s still thinking about Stefan. Gabi says not exactly, but she can’t get what Dr. Rolf said out of her mind that if she knew what he was able to achieve, she’d be on her knees thanking him. Gabi wonders what Dr. Rolf meant by that.

Dr. Rolf talks about Gabi thinking he’s a joke and a loser while he works on Stefan. Dr. Rolf declares “finally!” as Stefan then wakes up and grabs Rolf’s arm.

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Y&R Update Monday, August 22, 2022

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Christine

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Nick went to Crimson Lights and told Sharon that Chance was going to report that Ashland died in the car crash. Sharon thought the family must be relieved they could put the nightmare behind him. Nick was still livid with Victor, because of his constant need to control every situation. Nick had been kept up at night worrying about what would happen to Victor if Chance made a case. Sharon asked if Nick had a chance to talk to Victor. Nick said Victor blamed Nick for pressing him to admit to covering up Ashland’s death. Nick said he had to let go of the aggravation and take a deep breath. Sharon was glad Nick was feeling some relief, but she knew he wouldn’t be able to avoid dealing with having killed a man, even someone as horrible as Ashland.

Sharon thought Nick used what Victor did to distract himself from his feelings about causing Ashland’s death. He admitted that was true. She was here when he was ready to explore those feelings. He admitted he’d hated Ashland and wished him dead at times. He didn’t know how to deal with knowing Ashland was dead at his hands. He couldn’t help wondering what would happen if things had been different. She said that he didn’t intend to take Ashland’s life, even if he’d thought about killing Ashland in the past. She noted that he’d been defending his sister and protecting himself as well. Sharon said Chance was as honorable as they came, and the fact that he’d let this go proved he believed Nick was innocent.

Abby ran into Chance at Society. She could see he needed to talk, so she decided to close the restaurant. After she locked up, she sat with him and said she knew something was eating away with him. She asked if Victoria pressured him earlier. He said no. Chance said Kevin came to him with some evidence. He said he put it in his official report that Ashland died in the car accident. Abby was relieved her dad was innocent and that he didn’t stage a cover up. Chance clarified that he did have inconclusive evidence that Victor was behind the crash. Abby sighed. She’d hoped that her father hadn’t gone rogue for once. She asked if Chance closed the case because he couldn’t prove his theory. He thought he could’ve eventually found enough evidence for a conviction, but at the end of the day, Ashland’s death was an accident, so he made a judgment call. Abby asked why Chance wasn’t more relieved the case was over.

Chance was relieved he made his decision. He believed Abby’s dad orchestrated a cover up, but he didn’t have the evidence to prove it. He’d asked himself what he was accomplishing if he continued to expend department resources on this when there were so many other things crying for his attention. She knew he meant closing Rey’s cases. He said there was also a human element to consider – after everything Ashland did to Victoria, was it right for Chance to drag them through more hell. He knew no one meant to kill Ashland. He believed Ashland died as a result of the confrontation and that Victor made an ill advised decision in the moment. He said Nick would have to come to terms with killing Ashland, Victoria would need time to heal, and he assumed Victor was celebrating. Abby said she’d never be able to thank Chance enough for choosing to protect her dad and her and Chance’s family. Chance snapped that he’d made a choice, and he’d appreciate it if Abby stopped acting like it was the right one just because he came down on the Newman side of things.

Abby didn’t mean to make Chance more upset. Chance was drawn to the military and law enforcement because there were rules – right and wrong – legal and illegal. Abby apologized because she told Chance this was his decision, meanwhile she forced this family-first idea on him. She wanted to be there for him, even if he was feeling disillusioned with her family and with her. Chance apologized. He appreciated all her support and he knew he put her in a bad spot. He believed he made the right decision, and he hoped Nick and Victoria could move on.

Adam went to the ranch to get some of his things, and he dropped by the main house to visit Victor. He said he’d move out if he preferred, so Victor could give Victoria the place Adam had been living. Adam griped about being second to Victoria in Victor’s eyes. Victor said Victoria’s kids were upstairs asleep, and Victoria was at home right now and planning to move back.

Adam mused that Victoria was following her usual pattern of sucking up Victor’s hospitality then heading home. He asked if there was a reason Victor thought Victoria shouldn’t go. Victor thought Adam knew the trauma Victoria had gone through, due to Ashland. Adam couldn’t help feeling Victor had something to do with Ashland’s death. Victor wondered if Adam was trying to goad him. Adam wasn’t looking for a fight – he just didn’t want to be accused of slinking on and off the property without saying hello. He was going to leave, but Victor asked him to stay for a drink.

Adam said Connor was learning coding. Victor said he and Nikki missed Connor. He was sure the kid would be successful. Adam thought Victor was implying that Connor would be a success unlike his dad, a serial failure. Victor noted that he never said that. He said that Adam wouldn’t be able to goad him into getting angry tonight. Adam asked what major win Victor scored now. Victor said he was happy because his family was happy. Adam said the latest threat to the Newmans was Ashland Locke. Victor said Ashland was dead, and any investigations into the circumstances of his death were closed. Adam suspected Victor did something, then he got the investigation shut down.

Adam said he’d talked to Chance and others and he’d heard some things, and he didn’t think Ashland died in a simple car crash. Adam knew the ravine wasn’t near Ashland’s place, but it wasn’t too far from Victoria’s. He asked why the cops would look into Ashland’s death if it was just a car crash. Victor pretended to have no idea. When Adam was going to leave town, Chance told him to stay in case his family needed him. Victor asked where Adam intended to go. Adam said it didn’t matter. Adam also saw Sharon metaphorically talking Nick off a ledge. Victor said for someone who claimed he wanted to leave the family, he seemed very interested in their business. Abby told Adam that she thought Chance was hiding something. He also thought Sally knew more than she was saying, but she was asked not to publish anything negative. Victor told Adam to stop beating around the bush and ask his question. Adam asked if Victor covered for Nick or Victoria, how Ashland really died and how Victor convinced Chance to look the other way.

Victor didn’t mind Adam attacking him, but he said to leave Chance alone because he was an honest man. Victor said Ashland became violent with Victoria, Nick protected her, and Victor protected them. Chance decided to lay the investigation to rest, because that was what family did in a crisis. “You however, decided to leave us all, leave Newman Media, and put in charge your former girlfriend, whom none of us trust,” Victor said. Adam snapped that Victor claimed to believe in family loyalty unless it went against his master plan. He contended that he’d been loyal and that Victor just didn’t see it.

Adam maintained that he’d done nothing but work to protect his sister and the family. He brokered the deal to get Ashland out of their lives, and Victor and Victoria undermined that when she took Ashland’s money and humiliated him and Victor barred him from seeing Harrison. Adam said he warned Victoria and Nick that Ashland was out for revenge. Adam said that if Victor had just trusted Adam’s original plan, Ashland would’ve taken the money and gotten out of their lives, and maybe he still would’ve been alive. Victor didn’t see how that would’ve been a good outcome. Adam was glad Victor was out from under Ashland’s influence, but he thought Victor should know better than anyone that there was always another shoe waiting to drop.

Victoria brought her suitcase inside of her house and stopped to stare at the spot Ashland died. A rapping noise on the window, apparently caused by wind, set her on edge, and she flashed back to the confrontation with Ashland and his death. Billy showed up. He was driving by, and he saw her lights on. He asked if it was her first night back since Ashland died and learned that it was. She said when she walked in, she was struck by the fact that nothing had changed, yet everything had. He hugged her.

Billy asked Victoria why she decided to come back tonight. He said she could’ve waited until the investigation was resolved. She said it was resolved. She told him Chance informed them that his official finding was that after the fight, Ashland drove off and died in a crash. Billy thought that “official finding” sounded like a euphemism. He believed there was more to the story than the public knew. Victoria swore Billy to secrecy, then she told him the truth about Ashland dying in her home and Victor having his team remove the body and stage an accident. Billy assumed Victor did it to protect Nick. Victoria said Victor didn’t know about the fight – all he knew was Ashland was lying dead on the floor, and he didn’t even know which child he was protecting. Victoria said Nick was furious and blamed Victor for making things worse, and Chance suspected Victor had covered things up. Chance closed the case, but Victoria got the impression it wasn’t easy for him. Billy could see this was upsetting for Victoria too. Part of her was glad she didn’t see Nick punch Ashland. She worried about Nick having to live with taking a man’s life.

Billy thought Nick was strong enough to get through this. Victoria wanted to be his sounding board. Billy thought it was a minor miracle that Nick and Victoria were so close again, after how far apart they were in Tuscany. Victoria said it was about Ashland. Billy wanted to put Ashland in the past. Victoria came home because the case was closed, and she wanted to get back to her life, but when she got here, all the memories came flooding back. She was glad Billy showed up when he did. Billy recalled Victoria saying their home looked the same as it did when they moved in. he corrected himself and said it was just her home now. She said not to apologize – it was her and Billy’s house once. He said it was an exact replica of the Father Knows Best house, just like she always wanted. She laughed about how the metaphor turned out and she recalled that her father immediately had her arrested on the front lawn after she and Billy said their wedding vows, and he hadn’t stopped guiding her since. She said Billy’s dark sense of humor still cracked her up for some reason. Billy said he wouldn’t shed a tear for Ashland, but he wanted to make sure Victoria was alright and ready to move on. She said she refused to let Ashland take her hope from her.

Billy suggested they talk about good times at the house. Water balloon fights and snowball fights with the kids. He playfully poked her arm and brought up burnt cookies. He said bringing Johnny home, and she brought up celebrating Katie’s christening. He thought it was only fair to talk about the tough times, like how difficult it was when she was trying to have a baby. She brought up Delia’s death. She said the darker memories brought her comfort too, because they made it through, and here they were together, talking and they were almost friends. She said if she could get through those difficult times and still feel at home, she could get through everything with Ashland. When she first walked in here, she thought about Ashland’s death, but now Billy made her feel like she should be toasting to the future. She wondered if that was insane. He said not at all. Wine was poured, and they drank to catharsis. He said she was at the place she always dreamed about being at – she was running the family business , and she was the best mother to the most amazing kids on the planet. He said they were moving away from whats-his-name, and there was nothing she couldn’t conquer. He thought she was amazing, and he was proud of her and a tiny bit jealous. She remembered that when they were at the Athletic Club, he felt a bit at sea lately. He said he was just thinking about making some changes. She was curious, but he didn’t want to discuss it now because tonight was about her.
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Y&R Short Recap Monday, August 22, 2022

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Christine

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Nick told Sharon that Chance closed the case. They talked about Nick processing his role in Ashland’s death, and Sharon promised to be there for him. Chance told Abby about his decision to close the case. Abby was dismayed that her father had gone rogue, but she was appreciative that Chance protected him. Chance took issue with Abby framing this like he made the choice to protect the family, and they talked it out and made up. He seemed troubled, but he ultimately felt he made the right choice. Adam complained to Victor about the way he’d been treated by Victor. Adam argued that Victor and Victoria pushed Ashland over the edge. Adam asked about Ashland’s death. Victor said Nick protected Victoria from Ashland’s violence, then Victor protected Nick and Victoria. Victoria moved home and had flashbacks to the night Ashland died. Billy dropped by and Victoria told him that Nick accidentally killed Ashland and Victor covered it up. Billy helped Victoria feel better about living in the home again, and they reminisced about when they shared the house together.

Days Short Recap Friday, August 19, 2022

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Michele and Cheryl

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Brady brought Rachel to Marlena’s office. He told her that he was going to give Kristen a chance to see Rachel. He told her about his concerns about Kristen seeing Rachel. He said if he didn’t give Kristen the chance to see Rachel, she could sue for custody. He said he couldn’t let that happen. Kristen and Chloe got into an argument at work. While they were arguing, Kristen threatened to stab Chloe with a letter opener. She stopped herself when Brady called her to invite her to Marlena’s office. Brady asked Marlena if she thought Rachel could use a therapist. Kristen walked in and said she didn’t need one. Rachel was happy to see Kristen. Kristen told her about the locket she kept with all of their pictures in it. Marlena took Rachel to the cafeteria. Brady yelled at Kristen for giving Rachel hope that they were going to be a family again. Kristen asked who said they wouldn’t be a family again. He said they were never getting back together. He said just because Rachel wanted her in her life didn’t mean he would do whatever Kristen wanted. He said Kristen could see Rachel when she was the mother Rachel deserved. He walked out of the office. Rolf yelled at Li for trying to kill Stefano’s son. Li said Rolf didn’t care about Stefan. Li said Stefan was just a science project to him. Rolf said he would face Kristen’s wrath. Li asked if Rolf could make Stefan forget his love for Gabi. Rolf said that wasn’t his expertise. Li said he had faith in him. He said if anyone could make Stefan fall for Chloe it was him. Li told him to go back to the lab so he could work on Stefan.

Johnny ran into Gabi. He apologized for the way he treated her. She told him they almost had sex. He was shocked when he told her that. He apologized for coming between her and Jake. She said he did her a favor. She said he exposed the cracks in their relationship and now she was with Li. Johnny wished her the best. Gabi went to her office. Chloe went to Gabi and told her that Kristen tried to kill her. Chloe said she couldn’t live like this. Gabi told her to quit. Chloe said she had to support her son. Chloe told her to talk to Kristen. Gabi said she couldn’t have Kristen turn against her. Chloe thought this was about Stefan. Chloe said she was happy with Stefan until Gabi swooped in. Gabi said being with Stefan wasn’t to hurt her. She said their marriage of convenience turned into real love. Chloe apologized to her. She said she was hurt when Gabi did it, but realized that she and Stefan were meant to be. Gabi said she would see what she could do with Kristen. EJ told Ava that he was going to tell Rafe about her conversation with Gwen. Ava handed him the phone. He thought she was bluffing. He told her to sign over Jake’s shares to him. She said Rafe wouldn’t believe what he had to say. She told him to tell Rafe. He said he didn’t have to tell Rafe. He said Leo was on the hook for Abby’s murder, but if Leo had an alibi, he was going to the police. Ava said she would give her shares to Kristen because they get along. He said Kristen would never betray family. She said she was family now. When Gabi went to the Salem Inn, she saw Li and Rolf together. She wanted to know what they had to talk about.

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Y&R Best Lines Thursday, August 18, 2022

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Billy: You’re making it sound like I don’t like my job, and that couldn’t be further from the truth. Okay? And these podcasts are initiatives with this company that we are building. It was my idea to start that platform in the first place, and these podcasts are actually a major generator of our success.

Lily: Yeah, I know. You never let me forget how popular they are.

Billy: Come on, that’s not fair.

Lily: Or always begging me to listen to the latest episode.

Billy: Is that too much to ask of you?

Lily: Actually, yeah, Billy, it is a lot to ask right now. It is. I’m trying to deal with merging two companies together. I also am having tension with my family. Devon and Nate aren’t getting along. I have a lot going on right now, and I could really use some support from my COO. So is that too much to ask from you

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Billy: [Whistles] What are you doing here?

Victoria: Well, I was hoping to gather my thoughts over a quiet drink, but it seems like everywhere I turn today, I keep running into reminders of my messy life.

Billy: Oh, wow. And here I thought I worked my way back into your good books.

Victoria: Well, that was before I got sandbagged by Chelsea wanting to tell Johnny the truth about his biological mother, and apparently she’s already discussed this with you. So, thank you so much, Billy, for the heads-up.

Billy: I’m sorry. She did talk to me about it. And of course, I was gonna talk to you about it, but… Vick, I know you got a lot going on. I didn’t think it was the right time.

Victoria: It was perfect timing for Chelsea.

Billy: Well, Chelsea jumped the gun. This is a massive decision.

Victoria: Look, it’s not that I disagree telling Johnny the truth, but he’s trying to understand what happened with Ashland. I mean, we all are.

Billy: Of course, we’re gonna have to tell Johnny. When that is, I don’t — I don’t know, but I do know that the older he gets, the harder it’s gonna be to justify not telling him.

Victoria: It’s just, why is it suddenly so urgent? It raises a red flag.

Billy: I get that. And believe me, I’m not pushing for this.

Victoria: [Sighs heavily] Look, I have no interest in trying to wrap my head around this tonight. I was just trying to figure out a way to [Sighs] Just relax so that maybe I would get a little sleep tonight.

Billy: Well [Pats seat] Come on. Sit down and let me buy you a drink. I’ll bore you senseless with my self-absorption about my podcast. You’ll sleep like a baby.

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Y&R Best Lines Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Summer: Okay. Don’t let me fall into the pool.

Kyle: I would never. I think we should have a private swim when we get back to the house later.

Summer: Ooh, that sounds like a good idea. I’m a lucky girl.

Kyle: And I’m a lucky guy.

Summer: Okay. Can I open my eyes now?

Kyle: Mm.

Summer: Oh, okay.

Kyle: Almost there. Here. Okay.

Summer: [Exhales sharply] This is so sweet. Are those drinks what I think they are?

Kyle: Negronis. And there’s bruschetta on the way.

Summer: Mm. [Chuckles] This is bringing back so many memories of our favorite rooftop bar in Milan. And that breathtaking view of the duomo.

Kyle: May not be able to see the duomo from here, but the view is just as breathtaking.

Summer: You’re a real charmer, you know that?

Kyle: Eh, you make it pretty easy.

Summer: I have to admit, as happy as I am to be back in Genoa City, there are still moments when I miss Italy.

Kyle: I do too. That’s why I thought we could enjoy a little taste of it this evening.

Summer: Do you remember that first night we discovered that other rooftop deck with the best negronis in the city? We held hands across the table like we didn’t want to let go.

Kyle: Mm.

Summer: And we danced until we could not dance anymore.

Kyle: When we finally got home, we stayed up all night wrapped in each other’s arms, watched the sunrise. Should make sure to make more of those memories, no matter where we are.

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Kyle: I should really learn how to make negronis at home.

Summer: Mm, so we can have a taste of Italy without ever leaving the house?

Kyle: I don’t care where we are, as long as I get to look at this.

Summer: You know, I wasn’t sure if I was going to like these at first. Gin, vermouth, Campari, and an orange peel.

Kyle: It is an unusual combination, but sometimes those are the best kinds. Things that don’t seem to go together, but somehow do.

Summer: An unexpected yet magical elixir.

Kyle: Exactly.

[Chuckles] Maybe we should head home to have that swim. If no one else is around, we can forget our swimsuits. What do you say? What’s the matter?

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Y&R Best Lines Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Eva Diaz

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Chelsea: Okay. This is a file, or a whole filing system? It’s all color-coordinated and tabulated. Do you have a name for this? Like a nerdy name. Like, um, the Billy Abbott approach? Baa? Like, “baaah,” like a sheep? Get it?

Billy: No, I do get it. I’m not sure it’s funny.

Chelsea: It is funny. When did you become so fastidious, so particular?

Billy: I put this studio together to be free of distractions. So, the absence of clutter is actually on purpose.

Chelsea: Okay. Well, I think that crumbs add a little something.

Billy: [Chuckles] These are great.

Billy: No, you’re not

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Chelsea: How did this happen? The notorious Billy Abbott is now the buttoned-down guy you bring home to mom.

Billy: I don’t think there’s anything wrong with trying to maintain a professional atmosphere, like not having popcorn on the floor.

Okay. Whatever you say, grandpa. I mean, do you hear yourself? Who are you?

Billy: Oh, lord. Really? I mean, that’s a first — somebody’s complaining that I’m actually a rule follower.

Chelsea: Yeah, kind of off-brand for you, isn’t it?

Billy: Yeah, I would say so, maybe. You give me a line, and I will cross it. You give me an order; I will give you disorder. It’s actually gotten me into some pretty good trouble over the years.

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Y&R Best Lines Monday, August 15, 2022

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Sharon: Hey. Oh, my god. Did you guys buy out every store in Genoa City?

Faith: Yeah, and the outlet mall and Lake Geneva.

[Both laugh] All essentials, though.

Sharon: But your dorm room is so small.

Mariah: Oh, never fear. We will make it work. Although we might need the help of an engineering major.

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Phyllis: Ah, that was incredible. I love everything I ate.

Summer: Me too. That Key Lime Tart was killer.

Phyllis: Mmm!

Summer: Plus, we got a ton accomplished.

Phyllis: Yes. Oh, my gosh. Thank you for that, boss.

Summer: Oh, my god. Do not call me that.

Phyllis: Oh, sorry, boss. Oh, my gosh. That’s gonna take some work.

Summer: No. Stop.

[Chuckles] Wait, what are you — what do you think you’re doing?

Phyllis: Paying the check.

Summer: Hand it over. This one’s going on my expense account.

Phyllis: Are you sure?

Summer: It’s my new head of Marchetti Home’s first official day. I think the company can spring for lunch.

Phyllis: Okay. Thank you. That’s very sweet.

Summer: So, on the agenda for today, we’re going to go over to H.R., Get your contract signed. Then I’ll show you your new office, let you get settled in and acclimated to the routine.

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Y&R Best Lines Friday, August 12, 2022

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Chelsea: Mm. You have a different energy in this room. Different posture, even.

Billy: You know me. I have to wear a lot of hats. You know, I’ve got my corporate chapeau, I’ve got my hipster hosting beanie, and, of course, my favorite, the dunce cap.

Chelsea: Ah, right, so when i saw you at the soccer field the other day, what kind of hat were you wearing then?

Billy: That would be my number-one-dad truck hat, of course.

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Summer: I like the idea. I’m not thrilled that Mariah is the one that brought it to you. That means that she’s going to be involved, which always turns into a whole thing.

Kyle: She will be on her best behavior.

Summer: That’s what we’ve been saying about our mothers, and they’re going to require a lot of managing. I don’t want me and Mariah to be another source of potential conflict.

Kyle: Hey, Mariah is genuinely happy for us and you’re happy for her and Tessa.

Summer: We’ve reached sort of a peaceful coexistence, but that’s only because of your friendship.

Kyle: Maybe, but she’s changed, like when she gives you a hard time now, it doesn’t really have any animosity to it. Like, I mean, like, at the winning. She was legitimately happy you were there.

Summer: Babe, she called me “snowflake” for years.

Kyle: It was in fun — mostly. But look, Mariah has her hands full at Jabot, so she won’t have time to play show-biz wife to Tessa. Look past all the Mariah stuff. Won’t it be awesome for Tessa to be the face of Marchetti.