Month: June 2024

Young & The Restless Transcript

Transcript provided by Jim

Victoria: Hi, Mom.

Nikki: Good morning.

Victoria: Good morning.

Nikki: So, how did it go?

Victoria: How did what go?

Nikki: Your date with Cole.

Victoria: Oh, that.

Nikki: Ah, don’t give me, “Oh, that.” I know you were looking forward to it and judging from the smile on your face, things must’ve gone very well.

Victoria: Yes, it was nice. We had a lovely time.

Nikki: Good. I’m happy for both of you.

Victoria: Don’t make more of it than that. We’re taking it one slow step at a time. It’s very sweet of you to ask, Mom, but if that’s all you wanted to know, you could’ve called. So, what’s on your mind?

Nikki: Your father, of course.

Adam: I got your message. I’m here. But I don’t have a lot of time.

Victor: Why’s that?

Adam: Connor’s in a positive phase of his treatment. He wants to see us. So, Chelsea and I, we’re gonna take the jet and we’re gonna head east. Nick already approved the trip.

Victor: Of course. Now, are you gonna really see him this time?

Adam: That’s the hope. But after the last few false starts, we’re not taking anything for granted. What is it you need to talk to me about?

Victor: Son, I think after our last conversation, you should know what it is about.

Adam: Newman Media.

Victor: Yeah. I wanna know if you’re willing to take over the reins.

Jack: Alan went home to get some sleep. Maybe you should do the same thing.

Traci: Oh, I will, in a few minutes.

Jack: You said that a few hours ago.

Traci: I know. I– I just need a little more time to process all of this, you know? Martin is dead and Ashley’s in a hospital and I have no idea how hard this is on Alan.

Jack: He seemed pretty stoic to me.

Traci: Well, yeah, on the outside, but he’s mourning the loss of his brother.

Jack: Mourning a man who tried to kill him, who terrified our sister.

Traci: Okay, I don’t have a lot of compassion for Martin either, but, Jack, he was ill. And he’s still Alan’s brother.

Jack: I know. I know. I have a hard time thinking of him as anything other than a monster who tormented Ashley.

Traci: And we thought this whole time it was Tucker.

Jack: Oh, Tucker had a role here. I’m not letting him off the hook.

Traci: Okay, I’m not forgiving his other behavior, but if he hadn’t been there for Ashley last night when she needed him–

Jack: You know what? I don’t even wanna think about that.

Traci: And Jack, that’s all I’m thinking of. What could’ve happened to our sister?

Jack: It didn’t happen. Thank God, she’s fine. She’s where she belongs. She’s getting the help she needs. And she wouldn’t be there if you hadn’t been here for her. She needed your love and your strength.

Traci: I don’t feel very strong right now.

Jack: Hey, hey, hey, come here, come here.

Traci: I’m sorry.

Jack: Don’t you apologize. You have been a rock for everyone involved in this. If you wanna cry, you let it out.

Traci: No, no, I can’t start crying. If I do, I don’t think I’ll ever stop.

Jack: Cry all you want. I’m here for you. Just like you’ve been here for Ashley.

Traci: Oh…

Jack: It’s okay. It’s okay.

Tucker: Get out of here, Audra. If I’m gonna die… I don’t wanna take my last breath looking at you.

Dawn: I have to insist that you leave. Now.

Audra: Yeah, sure.

Dawn: Ms. Charles, will I need to call security?

Audra: Dawn, you can call whoever you want, but not until I tell your boss I’m not buying his little death scene. You know, I am amazed I ever respected you.

Audra: Aw, don’t strain yourself, Tucker. Since, clearly, you are in great pain. And if it’s too much, don’t feel the need to hang on. I promise you everyone will be fine without you. You really can let go.

Tucker: Is this how you wanna say goodbye, Audra? You’re mocking me.

Audra: I already said goodbye. You just refused to accept the memo.

Tucker: What are you still doing here, then?

Audra: Just wanna see how far you push this pretense. Or maybe you’re not really faking cardiac arrest. Is this a panic attack, Tucker? Is your heart pounding and your lungs seizing at the terror of public humiliation?

Tucker: You’re gonna– you’re gonna regret this, Audra, for the rest of your life, but even still, I forgive you.

Audra: Oh, yeah, you do that. You may have delayed the board vote, but you can’t postpone it forever. You lost. It’s over. And next time, try not looking so healthy when you’re dying.

Doctor: No, no, Monsieur, you must lie down, rest.

Tucker: No, no, no, no. Très magnifique.

Doctor: Okay.

Tucker: You’re an amazing doctor. Here, let me compensate you. Bonjour. Très bon. All right. I bought us a little time, but not much before that vote.

Dawn: Are you sure you’re all right, Mr. McCall?

Tucker: I am not gonna be unless we can delay that vote.

Dawn: Uh, yes, Sir.

Tucker: Okay, so, I need dirt. I mean, serious dirt on at least two of the Glissade board members. Uh, contact my operatives. Get them to dig up something damning enough to get the board members to vote with me out of fear, okay? Audra’s taking the gloves off. Time for me to do the same.

Dawn: I’ll get right on it.

Tucker: And find out where the hell Jack Abbott is.

Traci: Thank you.

Jack: You okay?

Traci: Yeah, I’m so okay when you’re here.

Jack: Free hugs available when needed.

Traci: I will take you up on it.

Jack: Well, I hope you do.

Traci: It’s just that this is all so strange. Everything turned upside down in just an instant.

Jack: Yep, Ashley’s in the hospital.

Traci: Yes, and I know she’s getting the care she needs. Alan says that’s where she’s supposed to be, but it’s another psychiatric hospital.

Jack: I know.

Traci: Oh, Jack, it doesn’t matter how lovely the facility is and caring, the staff– She’s gonna think back to the last time she needed to have 24-hour treatment like this. We don’t even know how long she’s gonna be there and what this treatment is gonna bring up.

Jack: Every step of the way, she will be surrounded by professionals.

Traci: Yes, but is that enough? It’s not her family.

Jack: Our sister’s a very strong woman who is determined to get well.

Traci: I know. I know. But everyone has their limits. I mean, even the strongest person can only take so much. Ashley has had enough trauma for many lifetimes. And– and what she’s gonna face ahead, it frightens me.

Jack: Okay, I understand your concern. She’s where she needs to be right now. Unless you don’t think so.

Traci: No, I don’t know. Look, it’s just this. Something Alan said, it– it– I cannot let it go.

Jack: What was that?

Traci: That– that this breakdown, the alters, all of it could have something to do with a trauma she experienced in her childhood. So, I’m racking my brain trying to figure out what that might have been. Jack, do you have any idea? Because we grew up in the same house. Did something horrible happen to her and we missed it?

Adam: Newman Media is not my priority right now. Connor is.

Victor: Son, I understand that. I really do. And he should be. Nevertheless, I’d like your agreement to step in as CEO.

Adam: This– this is going to require a much bigger discussion.

Victor: In what way?

Adam: You told me that you were gonna use the company as a weapon against someone.

Victor: Is there a problem with that?

Adam: I’m not keen on the idea of you using me as your stalking horse for some new unexplained war without knowing who the enemy is.

Victor: You’ll find out soon enough who the enemy is.

Adam: Honestly, any other time, I would be all in. You know I’m up for a challenge. You’ve been great with Connor and I wanna show you how much I appreciate that. But my life is already unpredictable. When Connor’s gonna need us, how his progress is going, how much support Chelsea’s gonna need. I can’t sign up for something without knowing what I’m getting into and I can’t get tied up in some messy thing when Connor needs my time and attention. So, my answer’s no. [ knock on door ]

Tucker: Entrez-vous? What did you find out?

Dawn: Jack Abbott is in Paris. He flew in early this morning.

Tucker: I knew it. I knew it. Quick little trip to check on his sister before joining Audra to sell me and Glissade down the river. Now, what about dirt on the board members?

Dawn: Nothing yet, but they’re working on it.

Tucker: Tell them to keep working. Meanwhile, I think I better pay Mr. Abbott a quick little visit.

Jack: Oh, believe me, it bothers me too. That I might have stood by with no idea while Ashley dealt with some unspeakable trauma and I was the oldest. I was supposed to be looking out for the two of you.

Traci: No, Jack. Daddy was there too. And he loved us so much.

Jack: Yeah, we all knew that. We were happy enough. Including Ashley.

Traci: Yes. I mean, we didn’t have a perfect childhood, but who has a perfect childhood? I mean, Daddy and Dina fought a lot, and– and Dina’s affairs… Well, they brought a lot of turmoil to the family, but no one more than Ashley.

Jack: Let me ask you something. Do you think Ashley knew about Brent sooner than we realized?

Traci: I don’t know, but maybe.

Jack: Dad never knew that he was not Ashley’s biological father. Is it possible, as a kid, she found out and she just kept it buried until Brent showed up in town and told her the truth about himself and Mom?

Traci: That is the first time she had a breakdown.

Jack: I know. That’s why I’m asking this.

Traci: And we’re still just guessing. I– I– It could have been something completely unrelated to Mother or Brent or any of that. It could be something that Ashley is absolutely unaware of because she has stuffed it down so deep inside.

Jack: But if Alan’s theory about Ashley’s alters and when they came into existence is right, it explains a lot about what happened over the years when she’d lost touch with reality.

Traci: And then were those alters affecting her and we just didn’t realize it?

Jack: Or is it something that just started to happen and not something she’s been carrying around in her psyche for years?

Traci: We’re asking all of these questions and we’re not the ones dealing with this directly. Can you even imagine what Ashley is thinking? Oh, poor thing.

Jack: Wait, wait. You know better than anybody else, Ashley would hate that we were feeling sorry for her.

Traci: No, this is not pity. Jack, this is love. This is love. Ashley deserves much better than this. And she had to face whatever horrible thing she went through with Martin. It’s just too much.

Jack: She’s come back from the edge before. She has. She will this time, too. But maybe this time, this time she can get to the source of all of this. Silence those demons. Get them out of her life for good.

Traci: Oh, yes. Please, God.

Audra: Ugh.

Audra: It will be over soon, Victor. I’m not giving up until I’m in charge of Glissade.

Nikki: I don’t know whether to be hurt or angry at your father for trying to replace me at Newman Media.

Victoria: Uh, I think a little of both seems fair enough.

Nikki: And he knows how I feel about Adam. I don’t care how well he may be working with Nicholas right now, I will never trust him.

Victoria: We share that opinion.

Nikki: Your father has to know it will be next to impossible to get Adam out when I’m ready to return.

Victoria: Well, Dad seems to have conveniently ignored that fact, but he has to know that it’s true.

Nikki: Yeah, doesn’t seem to bother him, though, does it? That– that’s even more maddening. Plus, he is pushing Adam for a quick answer.

Victoria: That’s what I don’t understand. What’s the big hurry?

Nikki: I don’t know. But I need to stop this from happening and I need to do it now. So, your father will have to give up his idea of putting Adam in Newman Media, and he will if you agree to step in. [ knock on door ]

Traci: Oh, hello. I had a feeling you might show up. Please, come in.

Tucker: Merci.

Traci: You have earned a much warmer welcome than the last time I saw you. So, how is Ashley? Is she on her way to the clinic?

Traci: She’s there. She’s settling in and she’s getting the care she needs. And before you ask, there are no visitors allowed. Even family, very limited.

Tucker: I wasn’t gonna ask, but I’m glad to hear she’s better. She came to see me earlier and I was very pleased to see that there was a definite change back to herself. Although, I couldn’t help but worry that one of her alters was gonna emerge and sabotage the whole thing.

Traci: I know, but they didn’t show up. She followed through. And even understanding exactly what she’s gonna have to face, she’s where she needs to be.

Tucker: I’m glad to hear. Despite what everyone else thinks.

Traci: Tucker, I know you genuinely care for my sister.

Tucker: Really?

Traci: Yes. Uh, I– I may have been a little vocal about your motives, um, but that was at a time when I was just trying to protect my sister. And– and a time when we thought you were who we had to protect her from. Tucker, I was wrong. We all were wrong and I am deeply sorry. You have more than proved yourself.

Tucker: Ah, I don’t know about that, but thank you. That really means a lot to me.

Traci: And now, I think it might be time to let her go.

Tucker: Hm.

Victoria: Mom.

Nikki: I know you’re ambivalent about going back to work, but I’m running out of options. I need to focus on my sobriety. How can I do that when I know that Adam will be running Newman Media? It stresses me out just to think about it. I can’t imagine having to deal with it day after day.

Victoria: It would be galling, and I feel the same way. But there’s something that you’re not taking into consideration.

Nikki: What?

Victoria: Dad, if– if he’s willing to risk upsetting all of us, he must have some other agenda in the works. And whatever that is, clearly he needs Adam to be a part of it.

Nikki: Well, we know that Adam is capable of anything, so maybe that’s what your father is counting on.

Victoria: It’s how Dad operates, so even if I were to step in for you, there’s no guarantee that Dad will go along with it. He specifically wants Adam.

Nikki: I have another idea.

Victoria: Oh, no. I’m almost afraid to ask.

Nikki: Your father may not agree to me taking the reins, or you taking them, but he can’t say no to both of us.

Victoria: What are you getting at?

Nikki: How’s this? I will tell him that I am ready to return to work as long as you are by my side.

Victor: Son, let me make clear that I’m not asking you to do anything underhanded.

Adam: No, of course not. You want me over anyone else because of my charm.

Victor: Your inimitable charm?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victor: I’m asking you as the head of many Newman Media outlets to kind of say negative things about another company.

Adam: So, you want Newman Media to pump out propaganda against an enemy?

Victor: Not propaganda. It has to be based on objective facts.

Adam: Against another company, but you won’t tell me who the entity is or the people that are involved.

Victor: You’ll find out in time.

Adam: And I’m telling you, the time is now if you want me involved. Okay, if this is the opening volley of a war, I need to know what I’m walking into.

Victor: Rest assured, this will not reflect negatively on you.

Adam: Of course, it would. You could put Nick or Victoria in that role. But clearly it’s not that simple, is it? You need someone with killer instincts and dubious ethics. So, I go to the top of the list, huh?

Victor: You’re getting the drift. Son, there was a time when you would’ve jumped enthusiastically at a chance to be put back in charge of Newman Media. What the hell happened?

Adam: I know. You’re right. I would’ve been all over this. But my circumstances have changed. My son, he needs my full attention. And I’m not about to jump into something without you telling me why or who.

Victor: So, we are back to that.

Adam: Look, there’s an easy solution for this. Just tell me who you’re going after and I might consider it. [ cell phone buzzes ]

Victor: I’m gonna have to take this.

Adam: Yeah, and I have to get to the airport. So, we can talk more about this when I get back, if you’re ready to tell me the truth.

Victor: Why haven’t I heard from you?

Audra: There’s been a snag.

Victor: Well then, fix it.

Traci: Tucker, I know that your intentions are good, where Ashley is concerned, but she needs some time to heal. So please, let that be time without you. At least for now. It’s the greatest gift you could give her.

Tucker: Yeah, that’s the plan. Just wanted to make sure she was doing okay.

Traci: Yeah, she is. And I know she wants you to be happy and well. I know the two of you had something really special and it didn’t go the way that either one of you hoped, but for now, the slate is clean.

Tucker: Yes. And I’m always gonna be fond of Ashley. But, uh, actually came for a different purpose.

Traci: You did?

Tucker: Yes, I need to talk to Jack. Is he around?

Traci: How do you even know Jack’s in Paris?

Tucker: He is though, isn’t he?

Traci: Well, he is on a business call in the guest room right this minute, so I will tell him that you stopped by.

Tucker: No, I need to speak to him immediately.

Jack: Speak to me about what?

Victoria: You and me running Newman Media is not gonna solve our problems, Mom.

Nikki: Yes, it will. It will force your father into giving up his plan of putting Adam in charge.

Victoria: But at what cost? Multitasking, it has its limits. And you and I, we both know that from painful experience. Having it all, doing it all. I mean, yeah, it– it’s great. It’s a very empowering concept, but I just wanna concentrate on my family. I wanna help Claire get on with her life and you need to concentrate on your sobriety.

Nikki: Well, yes, of course. I mean, that’s my number one priority.

Victoria: But jumping back into the pressure cooker of work? Every day, every day, there’s gonna be a crisis. Not to mention Dad constantly trying to bring Adam in and push you out.

Nikki: If we were both there, that wouldn’t happen.

Victoria: But Mom, I told you, I’m torn. Yes, I wanna help you. I really do. And yes, the thought of Adam in charge, it turns my stomach.

Nikki: So, what? Are you– you afraid that I’m gonna start drinking again?

Victoria: I just don’t wanna see you undo all of the progress that you’ve made. Just for another one of Dad’s secret plans, whatever it may be, we’re always the ones who end up paying.

Nikki: Victoria, I need to be productive. It’s good for my sense of self and my confidence. And it just kills me to think that Adam could be undoing everything that I’ve worked so hard to do there. It breaks my heart.

Victoria: Mom…

Nikki: I know you don’t wanna do something like this right now, I understand, and I know what an incredible favor this is, but I don’t know what else to do. I can’t keep relying on Lauren. She has her own company to run. And it wouldn’t take that much of your time. I would be doing most of the work. And you could do as much or as little as you want.

Victoria: You know, when we began this conversation, I had no intention of going along with your plan.

Nikki: But now you’re starting to see that it makes sense.

Victoria: I wouldn’t say that. I was gonna compliment you on your otherworldly powers of persuasion. But the answer is still no.

Nikki: But you’re thinking about it?

Victoria: The answer is no, Mom.

Nikki: Well, it’s too bad I’m your mother and I know exactly how your brain works.

Victoria: Well, that’s an unfair advantage.

Nikki: This is an ideal situation. We can keep Adam at bay and remind your father how well we work together. Now, think about that. I mean, imagine us running that company. Imagine what mother and daughter could accomplish together.

Victor: So, what’s the problem? According to you, everything was set to completely blindside that SOB. What happened?

Audra: Tucker found out what we were up to.

Victor: How?

Audra: I don’t know, Victor. Tucker has his ways.

Victor: Does he know I’m involved?

Audra: I don’t think so. He would’ve said something if he did.

Victor: So, where are we now?

Audra: Tucker couldn’t outvote us, but he was able to stall things for the moment.

Victor: Oh, what do you mean, stall things?

Audra: Well, he pretended to collapse with some medical emergency before the board could vote.

Victor: You’re sure he was faking it?

Audra: If Tucker McCall was actually preparing to take his last breath, I would know it. I know him. It was just a dodge. And it will be temporary. I guarantee that.

Victor: Well, let’s find out what the SOB is up to before we run the victory lap, okay? Get back to me.

Jack: What do you want, McCall?

Tucker: Uh, may we speak privately, please?

Jack: No, you can say what you have to say here. I don’t keep secrets from my family.

Traci: Uh, actually, is this conversation about Ashley?

Tucker: No, it isn’t.

Traci: Okay, then I have some shopping to do. I’m gonna go ahead and pick up some things and get them to Ashley at the clinic. Um, you two discuss whatever it is.

Jack: You don’t have to leave. This won’t be a lengthy discussion.

Tucker: I wouldn’t be so sure about that.

Traci: Um, Tucker, it might be a good idea to not erase some of those goodwill points you’ve built up.

Tucker: I’ll keep that in mind, thank you. Bonjour. So, Jack, you enjoying Paris?

Jack: How about you save the small talk and tell me why you’re here?

Tucker: I think you know.

Jack: I have no idea, unless it’s to ruin the rest of my day.

Tucker: Did you really think I wouldn’t figure it out?

Jack: Look, I am very tired. I don’t have time for your riddles. Tell me what you came to say and leave, please.

Tucker: It’s just so curious who this mystery investor is who’s trying to push me out of my own company.

Nikki: I want you to do this with me, honey. But if you can’t, I’ll just have to figure out some other way.

Victoria: So, there’s no talking you out of it?

Nikki: No. I have to stop Adam from getting that position. And I will.

Victoria: No matter what it costs you? Because it could cost you a lot.

Nikki: No matter what.

Victoria: God, you’re so stubborn.

Nikki: What did you think? You only inherited that from your father?

Victoria: All right. All right, I’ll step in. Temporarily.

Nikki: Oh, oh, thank you. Thank you so much.

Victoria: You’re welcome. Even though there was a small amount of emotional blackmail involved there. But I don’t wanna see Adam in charge either, so if you’re sure this is the only way–

Nikki: I am. But blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer to think of it as my otherworldly powers of persuasion.

Victoria: You know me really well, don’t you? You know exactly what buttons to push. For better or for worse.

Nikki: And you will do the same thing someday for your children, if necessary. Now, I’m gonna go tell your father this news.

Victoria: Hold on. We’re a team, okay? So, if we’re gonna break this news to Dad, we’re gonna do it together.

Jack: What are you talking about? Mystery investor? Investor in what?

Tucker: Must we do this, Jack? We both know what. You’re coming after Glissade. So, you turned Audra against me. Now, you’re throwing your money into having me booted out.

Jack: That’s where you think I’m focusing my time and energy? On you?

Tucker: I just came to tell you, you might as well go home because it ain’t gonna work.

Jack: Oh, darn. Man, I

Tucker: Okay, yeah. Deny it all you want.

Jack: I don’t need to deny it. It’s absolutely preposterous. Why would I come after Glissade? I own one of the most successful cosmetics businesses in the world. Why would I go after a second-rate competitor? Why would I spend my time and money on that?

Tucker: Maybe because you always want the best for me.

Jack: Oh, I do. I really do. But the truth is, I don’t give a damn about you or your company.

Tucker: No, no, no. It’s– it’s the ultimate payback for breaking Ashley’s heart, right? Oh, uh, did she mention I was– I was there last night?

Jack: I’m aware that you were there last night, yes.

Tucker: But you still gotta to have your pound of flesh, right?

Jack: Oh, you really are delusional. This isn’t about payback. No, that’s your territory. I don’t operate that way anymore.

Tucker: I think you’d make an exception for me. ‘Cause this whole– this whole gambit has revenge written all over it.

Jack: And what, I’m your only enemy? Seems to me there’s a dozen people out there who’d like to give you a good shot.

Tucker: You’re the only one in Paris currently.

Jack: Except Audra, apparently.

Tucker: Yes, and Audra would need a generous benefactor to get her what she wants.

Jack: Well, dumping you was probably a first good step for her.

Tucker: It’s just so– It’s so wonderfully convenient that you just happen to be in Paris when Audra is convening a board meeting to have me voted out. It’s just– It’s a little on the–

Jack: I am here because my sister was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. I don’t know where you get your information. I don’t really give a damn what you think about anything. I will tell you this, you have absolutely nothing to do with why I am here. Now, get out of here and take your ridiculous accusations with you.

Victor: Oh, my goodness, my two favorite women. Won’t you join me for breakfast?

Nikki: I have come to a decision regarding Newman Media.

Victor: You have come to a decision?

Nikki: Well, I know you assumed it would be up to you.

Victor: What do you mean I assumed it was up to me? Of course, it’s up to me. It’s my damn company. And this is what will happen. Adam will take over temporarily, all right? Until you are well enough to come back to work.

Nikki: Well, luckily I am strong enough now. I can return immediately.

Victor: It’s not gonna happen.

Victoria: And I’m going to work with her, Dad.

Victor: Really? Are you now?

Victoria: Yes, I am. Mom realizes that she needs to focus on her treatment. That’s her number one priority, but she also knows that she needs a purpose. Somewhere to focus her talent and her– her mind. And to me that seems just as important as rest.

Nikki: So, you see, all of your problems are solved. Victoria will help ease me back into the company. Adam can stay where he and Nicholas have been working together so well and you have peace of mind. What could be better than that?

Victor: Hm.

Victor: Well, I am very disappointed.

Victoria: Really? But why? This seems to check all of the boxes.

Victor: You know why.

Victoria: No, Dad. I’m afraid that I don’t.

Victor: Sweetheart, you’re about to join Newman Media with your mother. That’s what you want to do. I’ve asked you to join Newman Enterprises for a long time. And you refused to.

Victoria: Not the same circumstances at all.

Victor: To me, it is.

Victoria: I’m doing this for Mom. For the time being, to support her. Because clearly she realizes that it’s important for her to return to her job. And to keep Adam away from it.

Victor: Now, we’re getting to the bottom of the problem. It’s Adam.

Nikki: I’ve made no secret that I don’t want him there.

Victoria: And I agree with her. So, I will return from my break in a limited capacity for a limited amount of time.

Victor: Well, I hate to disappoint both of you. This is not gonna happen. Because I don’t want it.

Victor: You’re an ally. Not a pawn. You’re a strong ally.

Adam: What does that mean, exactly?

Victor: That means I need Newman Media to destroy an enemy. And I need someone in charge of Newman Media who is as ruthless as I am.

Dawn: I have some news, Mr. McCall.

Tucker: What?

Dawn: So far, they haven’t been able to find any kompromat on any of the board members.

Tucker: Are they actually looking? Anyone who has risen to where these people are in the world has to have some skeletons in their closet.

Dawn: Two divorces, one well publicized bankruptcy for tax purposes and some false information on a resume. Again, already known and publicized.

Tucker: What? Did they just do a basic internet search? Or are they actually trying?

Dawn: I’m so sorry. [ knock on door ]

Dawn: It’s her. What do you want me to do?

Tucker: Let her in.

Audra: Well, well, well. Look who’s feeling better.

Tucker: It’s over.

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Adam: Hey.

Chelsea: Hey. Thanks for getting here so quickly. Um, I spoke with Connor’s social worker.

Adam: I hope that big smile that you’re wearing means there’s good news for a change?

Chelsea: It finally happened, Adam. Connor had a breakthrough yesterday.

Adam: Oh, my God. Thank God.

Chelsea: Yeah.

Adam: What happened?

Chelsea: Oh, the breakthrough involved his fear of contamination. This exposure treatment must be working.

Adam: Okay, well, I mean, what happened specifically?

Chelsea: Well, you know, he’s learning to fight his anxieties involving food. Well, he was able to eat some specific foods that he’s been afraid of. So, it’s, yeah.

Adam: That’s great.

Sharon: I– I don’t mean to interrupt. Was that good news that I just overheard about Connor? He’s making progress?

Chelsea: Yeah, yeah, he is. And they’re evaluating different medicine levels to find the right dosage, and it seems they found it. So it’s working, and it’s great. So, the therapy mixed with the right meds, something’s clicking.

Adam: Yeah, well, whatever it is, I’m just happy that– that something is helping.

Chelsea: Yeah.

Sharon: I’m just so pleased for Connor and for both of you.

Adam: Yeah, but maybe it’s too good. You know, I just– I don’t want to get my hopes up and jinx it.

Chelsea: Now is not the time to be superstitious. We’ve got to take our wins as we get them.

Adam: I know, you’re right. Now is the time to be optimistic, and we can and we will get there.

Alan: Hope you don’t mind me stopping by.

Traci: No, of course not.

Alan: I thought you’d like to know how Ashley’s first evening at the clinic went.

Traci: Actually, your timing is perfect. I was just about to call you.

Jack: Hey, Alan.

Alan: Jack, good to see you. When did you get in?

Jack: I took the Jabot jet so I could be here for Ashley’s first few days in this clinic.

Alan: Well, excellent. She’ll be delighted to know you’re here.

Traci: Actually, Alan was about to tell me how things went.

Jack: How have things been going? How is our sister doing?

Dawn: Thanks for your time, Philippe. I’ve just heard so many nasty rumors going around about Mr. McCall. I wondered if you’d heard them, too. I’m not sure how seriously to take them or if it’s all just gamesmanship. So, no word of a takeover as far as you know. I see. Well, I guess we’ll see what happens at the meeting today. See you then.

Tucker: It sounds like you couldn’t get him to confirm or deny.

Dawn: No, but I got the feeling he was being very careful not to tip anything.

Tucker: So, I guess he didn’t buy that you turned on me.

Dawn: I guess not.

Tucker: None of the CEOs from the companies I acquired are returning my emails. No one’s returning my calls. The board, every member conveniently unavailable. This is not– this is not a good sign.

Dawn: So, you think Ms. Charles is telling the truth? You think there’s a hostile takeover afoot?

Tucker: It’s not looking good. Um, let’s get this meeting pushed, okay? You get on that. We have to buy ourselves some time. I am not gonna let Audra get away with this.

Dawn: There’s been a request to push the meeting back to later this afternoon and possibly tomorrow, so I’m checking everyone’s availability. No? Okay, well, I’ll let you know if anything changes. Thanks.

Tucker: No one’s budging.

Dawn: Everyone I’ve talked to so far seems to have prior commitments.

Tucker: Sure. It’s because they’re all in this against me. Oh, man, this is out of control. Oh, damn, Audra.

Dawn: Wait, where are you going?

Tucker: There’s only one thing left to do. Keep trying. Don’t stop. Let me know about any progress, okay?

Tucker: Everything I’ve done to counter the moves you’ve been making, I’ve gotten no pleasure from it. And I realized, I was doing all of it in spite of what I was really feeling, what I really want… which is to be with you. So, I’m here saying that I will do whatever it takes to fix us. The first step being making sure you know that– that Ashley and I are finally, truly finished.

Audra: So, I assume there’s a step two?

Tucker: To tell you that Glissade is yours. You want it that badly, you can have it.

Audra: Poor Tucker. You thought I needed your handouts. [ knock on door ] Go away, Tucker. There’s nothing left to say.

Tucker: Will you just do this one thing for me. Have a conversation with me.

Audra: I regret every minute I ever wasted on you. I won’t waste anymore.

Tucker: Audra, don’t go through with this.

Adam: Look, I’m– I’m trying to stay positive. I really am.

Sharon: And it can be tough at times, but you know what? Just put good energy out there. It can only help.

Chelsea: But you’re having a hard time, aren’t you?

Adam: I– I can’t help questioning if we made the right decision. What if sending Connor to that facility wasn’t the right move? His setbacks and his hurdles have been way more intense than I ever imagined they would be.

Sharon: That is to be expected. You know, this is new territory for all three of you. And most parents can’t help but have those same fears and doubts. And not just at the beginning, but like through the whole process.

Adam: But then isn’t that a bad sign? Okay, maybe this protocol that we’re all just going along with is not the best.

Chelsea: Adam, we just got some good news. Why don’t you let that sink in for a minute?

Sharon: There will be ups and downs, but when you get to the end and you get that result, you will be so glad. And so will Connor.

Chelsea: Yeah. Connor wants to see us for the first time in a very long time. That’s the best news we’ve gotten in forever. Adam, Connor wants to see us. Isn’t that great?

Adam: Look, every time we go, we get turned down. It’s selfish, but I don’t want to get my hopes up to get disappointed again. I don’t think that I can take another time going and not getting the chance to see our son.

Traci: So, Alan, how was Ashley when you left her?

Alan: Well, under the circumstances, I’d say she’s doing quite well. She’s very determined. No doubts, no hesitation, which is so important at this stage. And, uh, well, my colleagues really went all out to make sure her transition to the clinic was as smooth as possible.

Jack: Oh, good. I know this whole thing has been pretty tough on her.

Alan: Yeah, that first night is always the toughest. But, again, this place is warm, welcoming. It’s incredibly well-designed. She’ll receive nothing but kindness and understanding there, I promise.

Traci: Well, good. I just hate to think of her alone in a strange place, you know?

Alan: Well, I was there until the nurses kicked me out. But when I left, she was her usual strong, determined, brave self. Tough as ever, so.

Traci: We will never be able to thank you enough for all that you’ve done for our sister.

Jack: We will be forever grateful. You got Ashley the professional help she desperately needs.

Alan: Well, honestly, I feel guilty about the whole thing, so… I mean, if it wasn’t for me, Martin never would have gotten to her, and he’s the one who pushed her over the edge.

Jack: Wait, you’re not to blame for the actions of your obviously disturbed brother.

Alan: Well, that’s just it. I mean, I knew how dangerous he could be when he was off his medication, and I– I should have done more to find him, to keep tabs on him.

Traci: Alan, you had private investigators looking for him for years. What more could you have done?

Jack: You are not responsible for everything that happened. As a matter of fact, you’ve more than made up for it with the love and care and support you have given Ashley.

Tucker: What more do you want, Audra? I’m offering you the company to run any way you wish. Isn’t that what you’ve always wanted, to be your own boss? Not answer to anyone?

Audra: Don’t pretend like you know what I want, when obviously–

Tucker: Well, I know you don’t want to answer to me, and you don’t want to answer to some mysterious investor who’s going to be breathing down your neck the whole time. I’m giving it to you. Please. Free and clear.

Audra: Right. Just like that.

Tucker: Yes. Just like that.

Audra: Well, too little too late.

Tucker: Why? Why won’t you just let me give it to you? Just take the win quietly, without humiliating me. Without crippling me in the business world. Don’t you owe me at least that much, after all the years we’ve been through and everything that we’ve meant to each other?

Audra: Are you serious right now? I’m the one who owes you? I’m not the reason it’s all come to this. You put everyone else before me. And now, you’re surprised I’m no longer interested in third place?

Tucker: I thought we hashed that out. We don’t have time to argue over this.

Audra: Finally, something we can agree on. I have a meeting to prepare for, and so do you.

Tucker: Yes, and you could cancel it, if you would take my offer. At least– at least postpone it so we can… I can’t believe it. Just because I wouldn’t turn my back on my son, really? Is that really what this is all about? Is that my great crime here?

Audra: Look, that’s not real emotion. You’re not hurt or indignant or confused. You’re just stalling for time, and I’m not interested.

Tucker: Audra. Here I am. I’m in Paris with you. Granted, it’s not the circumstances that– that we dreamed of, but here I am. I’m not with Ashley. I’m not with Devon. I’m here with you. And I am putting you first.

Audra: Maybe it’s not about being first or last. It’s that I don’t care anymore.

Tucker: I thought I knew you. I never thought you could be this vindictive. I never thought you could be this cruel.

Sharon: Well, I should get back to my work. I’ll let you two talk.

Adam: Guess I have an uncanny way of killing a good mood.

Chelsea: You didn’t kill anything, Adam. You’re having normal human emotions that anyone would have in this situation. You don’t think I feel the same? You don’t think I have fears? Another rejection would be almost unbearable.

Adam: Well, maybe third time’s the charm.

Chelsea: Maybe it is. But if it’s not, I mean, if something goes wrong, whatever it may be, we have to keep the faith. We have to lean on each other and know that we’ll get through it.

Adam: I know. It’s a process.

Chelsea: It’s testing our endurance, but it is a journey we will have to go through together as a family.

Adam: And I just have to keep my head down and I have to get to the other side of this until we’re through it. Now is not the time to give up.

Chelsea: No, it’s not. Now is the time to embrace hope that’s gonna carry us over the next hill and then the hill after that. I have an idea. Why don’t we call Connor? We can see for ourselves how he’s doing, see if it looks like he really wants us to come for a visit.

Adam: I like that. Why don’t we text him and see if he’s up for a video chat?

Chelsea: Yeah.

Adam: We can do it from my place.

Chelsea: Okay. Let’s go. Bye, Sharon. We’re gonna, um, call Connor, check in with him before we leave.

Sharon: Oh, good for you two.

Chelsea: Um, and thank you, by the way.

Sharon: For what?

Chelsea: Just, you know, for being kind.

Sharon: I’m happy to help anyone I can through their journey. I know that I was very grateful to have all the support that I had when I was on mine. And when this is in the past, then, um, you will help someone else. Because ultimately, we all have to lean on each other. It’s the only way to get to the other side.

Audra: You’re still pleading your case, Tucker, and it’s getting tedious. You think if you find the right words and emotions, you’re gonna get what you want, but this is what I want, and it’s happening.

Tucker: Please just postpone it so we can work out a deal.

Audra: There is nothing to work out. The financing is in place. The deal is already done. Technically, you’ve already lost the company.

Tucker: You have the power to stop it, right? You could put the brakes on and turn it around. But you just– You refuse to do that. What’s happened to you?

Audra: What are you so worried about? You’re gonna be more than compensated. The investor has agreed to pay well over market value.

Tucker: Who is this investor? Because when I bought the company, there was not a soul interested in it. What changed all of a sudden?

Audra: The fact is, it’s over. And there’s nothing you can do about it now.

Tucker: Oh, my God. Of course. I don’t know why I didn’t see it before. I know exactly who your investor is.

Traci: How long will Ashley have to be at the clinic?

Alan: Well, uh, it’s kind of hard to predict. Her condition is complex. It really depends on how she responds to the treatment program.

Traci: And how will that go? I mean, what will the program be like?

Alan: The doctors will be focused on any trauma that Ashley’s undergone, especially this most recent event.

Traci: The situation with Martin here in Paris?

Alan: Yes. Somehow, he, uh, got her to confuse whatever happened with him with the fight with Tucker, and that clearly led to the emergence or release of these alters.

Traci: I just can’t even imagine what she went through that horrible night.

Jack: Along with all of the other difficult experiences.

Alan: Those experiences have led Ashley to where she is today, and she’s gonna have to process them.

Jack: So then that’s the only way to treat these alternate personalities?

Alan: Yes. The ones that we’re aware of. And the ones we aren’t.

Alan: In most DID cases, the alters emerge in early childhood, and usually as a result of severe trauma or ongoing trauma. The mind can create alters in order to dissociate so that they can survive.

Traci: So, they have been there for years and we just didn’t know?

Jack: Wait, this doesn’t make any sense. You’re saying Ashley was dealing with multiple personalities while we were growing up? I mean, I would’ve noticed that. Traci might have been too young, but this isn’t something I would forget.

Alan: Alters can go unnoticed in childhood. I mean, they may have emerged and was not noticed by anyone, including Ashley. Just thought of normal play-acting. You know, and a lot of kids do create invisible friends to play with.

Traci: So, they were there the whole time, and we just didn’t know?

Alan: Alters can go dormant for long periods of time and then be reactivated by extreme stress, like what happened here in Paris with Ashley. But also there could’ve been some other trauma that happened after her childhood and before this last event.

Traci: And since Ashley has a history of mental illness… But we– we didn’t recognize anything like this until now.

Jack: Can I ask something? If this has been going on so long, how do doctors know it hasn’t just gone dormant again, waiting to be triggered by whatever?

Alan: The key is to get at the root of the problem. To find out what initially happened.

Jack: And Ashley will have to relive all that again. God.

Traci: I can’t stand that she’s gonna have to suffer more than she already has.

Jack: What doesn’t make sense is that something so traumatic could’ve happened to Ashley while we were growing up and we don’t know anything about it?

Traci: Something so traumatic that it triggered the creation of these alters to protect her.

Adam: All right, it is all set and ready to go.

Chelsea: Connor responded to our text almost immediately.

Adam: Yeah, he did seem excited that we wanted to video chat.

Chelsea: Yeah, I’m sure we’ll be hearing from him soon.

Adam: Oh, and there he is.

Connor: Mom, Dad, did you hear?

Chelsea: Hear what? I’m just looking at your gorgeous smile.

Connor: No, Mom, I mean about what I ate today.

Adam: No, tell us about it. What’s going on?

Connor: I did it. I had soup.

Adam: And that’s good?

Connor: I didn’t worry if there was anything not right in it. Okay, maybe I did worry, but I got over it.

Chelsea: Oh, Connor, that is so wonderful.

Connor: There’s a ton more stuff to get over, but this is a big deal.

Adam: Congratulations, son. You have had a fantastic breakthrough.

Connor: It may not seem like much to you because it’s not like I wanted to tell you about me getting worried about my food getting spoiled and stuff, but this is really good.

Chelsea: It is a big deal, Connor. And we are so proud of you.

Sharon: No, I do not have that information for you, and as I told you earlier, I will let you know as soon as I get it. Calling me every five minutes isn’t gonna make it happen any faster.

Nick: Sharon?

Sharon: Hi, Nick.

Nick: Hey. What’s, uh, what’s going on? Something wrong?

Tucker: I don’t know why I didn’t see it before now. Your mysterious benefactor isn’t some random billionaire who you met and charmed. It’s someone with a deep, intense personal agenda, isn’t it? Someone who’s out to get me.

Audra: Yeah, I can’t tell if you’re paranoid or just self-important.

Tucker: Jack Abbott. Right? Still out for revenge?

Audra: Oh, think whatever you want. I am done.

Tucker: You might as well tell me, ’cause I’m gonna find out at the meeting anyway. There’s still a chance to turn things around in my favor. I might even get some compassion from Jack if I can’t get any from you.

Audra: Good luck with that, because the investor, whoever he or she may be, won’t be at the meeting anyway, so you’re not gonna have a chance to turn things around in your favor.

Tucker: Jack will be at the meeting. He will never pass up a chance to rub it in my face.

Audra: Just give it a rest, Tucker. I’m never gonna tell you who bought your company right out from under you. That was a stipulation of the deal, and I have every intention of honoring it.

Tucker: Sorry, honor?

Audra: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: You have no honor. You honor nothing.

Audra: Oh, thank you.

Tucker: Not our business relationship, and not our personal relationship. Nothing.

Audra: Well, I’m afraid your time is officially and finally up. On your business, on our relationship, and on this conversation.

Tucker: One last chance. Reconsider. Take my offer.

Audra: No, Tucker. How did I ever mistake your entitlement for confidence? Huh? Enough already. Just take the loss and move on.

Tucker: You’re really gonna go through with it? Well, I promise you, you’re gonna pay.

Alan: Look, the good news is that whatever Ashley went through in her childhood or otherwise, the team at the clinic is gonna get to the bottom of it. They are top flight. They’re very good at this sort of thing.

Traci: I– I know that you keep saying that her doctors are caring and skilled. I’m sure they are, but I’m just worried that this intense treatment is gonna put her over the edge again.

Alan: Well, Ashley’s gonna get treatment in a very safe and controlled environment and those doctors are gonna know what tools she needs to cope with whatever comes up.

Jack: You really think she’s gonna be okay there?

Alan: You have my word. Ashley’s got a long way to go, but she’s prepared to go the distance.

Jack: Yeah, that sounds like our sister.

Alan: I think Ashley understands that this is her one and only option for a full recovery. And knowing Ashley, no matter how hard it is or how long it takes, she’s gonna beat this.

Jack: Alan, we can’t thank you enough. I don’t know where Ashley would be right now if you had not come to her rescue.

Traci: Yeah.

Alan: Please, I’m just glad I could be of service in some way. Anyway. Traci, uh, what are your plans? Do you think you might want to stay in Paris? I think Ashley would love to have you here for some kind of support.

Jack: I agree. The more support she has around her, the better.

Traci: Well then, there’s no place I would rather be. You couldn’t drag me away if you tried.

Connor: Sorry about last time, when I wasn’t ready. But I am now unless you guys are too busy.

Adam: If you are sure you’re up for it, then so are we. We’re never too busy to see our son.

Chelsea: That’s right, and I’ve taken a leave of absence from work, so I will be there for you whenever you need.

Connor: That’s not right.

Chelsea: No, Connor, it’s what I want. I want my schedule to be clear.

Connor: But I don’t want your life to be turned upside down because of me.

Chelsea: Connor, sweetie, don’t you know you are my life? And I’ve already spoken to Summer about it, and Marchetti is gonna be fine.

Adam: And hey, how cool is this? Sally has agreed to step in for your mom, so you don’t have to worry about that at all. Everyone’s happy to make it happen, and your mom’s gonna be near you as long as you’d like.

Connor: Are you sure, Mom? You’re not just saying that so I won’t get upset, are you?

Chelsea: Connor, everything has been worked out, and it is all gonna be fine. And your dad and I can hop on a plane tonight and see you if you want.

Adam: That is, if you’re sure you’re up for it, and you really wanna see us.

Connor: I can’t wait.

Dawn: Good, you’re back. Everyone’s on the call. They’re just waiting for you.

Tucker: Okay, did you find out anything? Who the anonymous investor is?

Dawn: What are you gonna do? The meeting’s about to start. Are there any options left?

Tucker: Go ahead and start the video. Okay. [ Tucker sighs ]

Audra: Hello, everyone. It looks like we’re all here. So glad this meeting could finally come together. Thank you so much for making yourselves available for this very important vote on the transfer of power.

Tucker: Oh. [ Tucker exhales ] Oh.

Audra: What’s going on?

Tucker: Thank you. Uh, I apologize. I was just feeling a little lightheaded. Please proceed.

Audra: Yes, let’s get back to the business at hand. As I was saying, we’re all here today to complete one big item on the agenda.

Tucker: Uh, I’m sorry– I have to get some air. Sorry. I’m having trouble breathing. Uh… God. [ glass shatters ]

Audra: What the hell? Is this even for real?

Sharon: I’m, uh, I’m fine. Why do you ask?

Nick: I don’t know who was on the other end of that call, but you were pretty tough on them. I mean, it’s not like you.

Sharon: Um, I guess I am a little short-tempered this morning.

Nick: Any idea why? [ Sharon sighs ]

Sharon: I think I’m just tired. And I’m tired because I haven’t been sleeping well.

Nick: Also doesn’t sound like you.

Sharon: Yeah, I’ve been having this trouble since my doctor put me on new bipolar medication. I guess it’s just taking my body a little while to adjust.

Nick: Was your medication messing with you? I mean, why make a change after all this time?

Sharon: Well, I had my physical done and my blood sugar came out a little bit high, so my doctor didn’t want to take any chances and he switched it. It’s nothing drastic. This is from the same family of meds. It’s just supposed to have fewer side effects. You know, it can take time to settle into a new med. You know what? I’m gonna call them back and apologize.

Nick: Don’t. Don’t do that. Listen, there’s nothing wrong with being grouchy once in a while.

Sharon: Well, let’s hope that’ll be the end of it.

Nick: And I’m glad you’re staying on top of your medication, you know, and you’re so open to talk about it.

Sharon: Being on meds or having bipolar disorder is nothing to be ashamed of. It’s just like any other diagnosis. No stigma. There’s no reason to hide it. It’s just something I have to stay on top of.

Nick: Well, between you and my mom, I get new lessons every day on how to deal with life’s challenges with strength and courage. You’re two of the most impressive people I have ever met. What’s that look?

Sharon: You should know by now, Nick, that Nikki and I, we’re survivors. We do what we have to do. We fight to stay alive for the sake of ourselves, and more so, the sake of our loved ones.

Nick: Well, I think you’re both awesome, so…

Sharon: Look, will you help me out with this project I’m trying to push through at Cassidy? I think the budget needs a little tightening, and, I don’t know, the marketing could be a little bit more targeted.

Nick: Well, hand it over. Let the master take a look.

Sharon: Please.

Chelsea: Ah, he looks so good! And he was smiling. He– he was excited to see us.

Adam: He was so proud of himself. You could see it.

Chelsea: Yeah, explaining about the soup.

Adam: Uh-huh, and he’s admitted that he has kept things from us.

Chelsea: Yeah, but he– he was sharing with us, which means he trusts us. You know, he has faith that we understand.

Adam: And he’s letting go of a lot of his fears.

Chelsea: He’s making progress, Adam, which means he will continue to make progress. This is so good! It’s so good!

Adam: Our son is doing it, and he’s finally starting to find his way back. Huh?

Chelsea: Well, um, I should get going. I will, uh, get packing so we can leave soon.

Adam: I’ll make the arrangements. First, I’m gonna see if the Newman jet’s available, but if not, I’ll charter a plane. And we should be ready to go in a couple of hours, okay?

Chelsea: Okay. Okay, great. Promise me something, Adam.

Adam: Okay. Right now, I feel like I could promise anything.

Chelsea: Something really good just happened. Something we’ve been waiting for a really long time. Promise me you’ll hold on to that, no matter what happens when we get there. Even if he’s not as excited to see us as he was just now. It’s okay. He’s making progress. That’s all that matters. Got it?

Adam: I got it.

Audra: What’s happened? How is he?

Dawn: I’ve called for a medic. I’m just trying to keep him comfortable until someone gets here. And of course, we’ve postponed the board meeting until we know what’s wrong with Mr. McCall.

Audra: I can tell you for a fact that there is nothing wrong with Mr. McCall. This is just his desperate last-ditch effort to stall the meeting, just like he wanted.

Tucker: I wish it were fake. I can’t breathe. My shoulders hurt and now it’s my back.

Audra: I don’t believe you.

Alan: Well, I hope that means you’ll also be staying, Jack. I know Ashley could use both of you here for support in case she needs it.

Traci: Well, I selfishly would love for you to be here.

Jack: I plan to stay as long as I can. Listen, I came straight from the airport. I haven’t even checked into my hotel or anything. I’m gonna do that, make a couple of phone calls, and then maybe the three of us could get together for lunch.

Traci: Great. Great.

Alan: Excellent.

Jack: Okay. I will text you as soon as I’m on my way.

Traci: Okay.

Jack: I love you.

Alan: Well, now that lunch is planned and you’re planning to stay in Paris, perhaps I could take you to dinner tonight.

Traci: I would be delighted.

Adam: Hey, Nick. Uh, something has come up. Connor has made some progress and he wants to see us.

Nick: Oh, man, that is great.

Adam: Yeah, Chelsea and I, we want to leave immediately. Do you know if the Newman jet is available?

Nick: No, it’s yours. Uh, take it. I am just so glad that Connor is starting to show the progress that you’ve been hoping for. Um, hey, give him a hug for me, all right?

Adam: I will. And Nick, thank you. Your support right now means everything.

Nick: Adam, you know you’ve got it.

Adam: Have you heard anything else about Dad’s plans with Newman Enterprises and Newman Media? Has Victoria agreed to come back?

Nick: Everything’s, you know, still up in the air, but I don’t want you to worry about that. I want you to just focus on Connor. He needs you right now.

Adam: Will do. Got it. Uh, I’ll talk to you soon. [ cell phone buzzes ]

Audra: Doctor, I am so glad you’re here. But before you see the patient, I should just warn you, he’s faking.

Doctor: Oh?

Audra: He’s just trying to pull a fast one on his board of directors. This is just a stall tactic.

Doctor: And why would he do that?

Audra: Well, because he’s crazy. Uh, but, you know, he wants to do anything to save his company. But it’s not gonna work. You can’t forestall the inevitable. At least not for long.

Dawn: If you don’t mind, Miss Charles, you need to leave and let the doctor examine Mr. McCall. You being here is just causing him even more stress.

Audra: Oh, am I? Well, you can’t get rid of me that easily, Dawn. I’m gonna stand right here and have a front-row seat when the doctor exposes this fraudulent liar.

Tucker: Get out, Audra. If I’m gonna take my last breath, I don’t want to be looking at you.

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Billy: Hey.

Lily: Billy, I can’t go for a drink, okay? I’m so busy, I have so much to do.

Billy: Does that include staring off into space?

Lily: What?

Billy: I was watching you for a second or two.

Lily: Okay, well, don’T.

Billy: Okay, well, does it change your mind if I bring you gifts? I brought happy hour to you. Come on, let me buy you a drink.

Tucker: You secretly gathered the capital to buy glissade, and you have convinced the board to go along with the buyout.

Audra: Yep, and it went as well as I hoped.

Tucker: Where is this coming from? Have you– you not heard a word that I have said to you? I have never stopped loving you. I– I have– I have made peace with ashley, finally. I have shut that door, and I’m here, and I’m– and I’m ready to move on with you. And we can have the life, the future that we want.

Audra: Look, I will have the future that I want, and the best part is that it doesn’t include you.

Tucker: But, what we have it doesn’t just go away.

Audra: No, it doesn’t, tucker. It gets chipped at by a man who is so selfish that after a while, there’s nothing left but ashes.

Tucker: You don’t really mean that.

Audra: Do you have any idea how many times you burned me? How long it took for me to realize that there was never any room in this relationship for anything other than what you wanted.

Tucker: And I don’t know what to say. I’m ready to commit to you completely, right here and right now.

Audra: I think you really believe that. The problem is, it sounds a lot like the promise you made last time and the time before that and the time before that.

Tucker: I get you’re angry at me, but…

Audra: I’m not angry. Now you’re making me angry. This is business.

Tucker: Please listen to me. I love you. I want a life with you. That’s all I want. You are all I want.

Audra: You know, right now in this moment, I think you, uh… it might be true, I don’t know. But tomorrow or the next day or the day after that, there’s gonna be some shiny new object that’s gonna be more important. And they have my sincere sympathies.

Tucker: Audra.

Audra: This is what losing feels like. And it’s only gonna get worse.

Jack: I will always be there for you. You can call me any time, day or night. Yeah. We’ll talk soon.

Diane: I don’t suppose you care to share who that was?

Jack: That was traci.

Diane: Oh. Oh, well, how is traci and ashley? Are they okay?

Jack: I assume from that tone, you thought I was talking to nikki.

Diane: Well, I would try to deny it, but it seems kind of silly at this point. Yes, I thought you were.

Jack: Well, if I haven’t made my intentions clear, let me repeat them. I am not going to be nikki’s sponsor, but I am going to continue to talk to my friend going forward, as I always have, whether you and victor like it or not.

Kyle: Hey, victor.

Victor: Hey, kyle. Why don’t you join me for a drink?

Kyle: I would, but I’m just grabbing some takeout. I need to get back to harrison.

Victor: How’s harrison doing after that terrible ordeal?

Kyle: He’s great, actually.

Victor: Really?

Kyle: They say kids are resilient, and he’s proven that over and over again.

Victor: Wow. Very nice to hear. You know, I gotta tell you, I’ve lived a little longer than you have, but the parent-child relationship is arguably the most important thing in life, you know? Don’t ever forget it.

Kyle: Agreed.

Victor: Yeah.

Kyle: Now, if you’ll excuse me.

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Lily: Have you always had this skill?

Billy: That sounds like a setup.

Lily: Where you just ignore subtle hints to go away?

Billy: I’m fully capable of ignoring not-so-subtle hints, too. So this is from the office kitchen, so it’s about as good as it gets.

Lily: Okay, billy, I do not have time for this. I don’T.

Billy: Salt and vinegar chips. These are your favorite.

Lily: You are ruthlessly charming. You know that?

Billy: I hope it’s working.

Lily: What, that you’re gonna entice me with potato chips, and I’m gonna help you make chancellor-winters into your image? No, I don’t think so.

Billy: I’m hoping to convince you that what I am after is actually right for chancellor- winters, and maybe even you.

Lily: I’m not gonna be sweet-talked with snacks, billy.

Billy: Okay, well, cards on the table, there’s gonna be a little sweet-talk and a little bit of pressure, but nothing you can’t handle.

Lily: Exactly. So why bother?

Billy: Because I know you know that my proposals are the right way to go.

Lily: Just one.

Tucker: This isn’t you, audra.

Audra: It is. I have the money, I have the votes. Glissade will be mine by the end of the day tomorrow.

Tucker: I just don’t believe that you would do such a thing.

Audra: Look, I don’t care whether you do or you don’T. In fact, don’T. Hold out hope. Hang on to your delusions. The shock of it all will be that much worse.

Tucker: So you say you found some angel investor to back you and your buyout.

Audra: I wouldn’t call them an angel.

Tucker: Who is this?

Diane: I’m sorry, jack. I just assumed that you were speaking with nikki. And I shouldn’t have reacted the way I did. Of course I understand how important your friendship is with her, and I would never do anything to get in the way of that.

Jack: I really wanna believe that.

Diane: Well, believe it.

Jack: As long as nikki doesn’t call too often or doesn’t wanna get together with a frequency that you deem inappropriate or wants to go to meetings so that we can be mutually supportive.

Diane: Jack, I respect your relationship.

Jack: I hope you do.

[ Diane sighs ]

Diane: So, um, what did traci say? Any updates on ashley?

Jack: Ashley is settling in at the new clinic with alan’s help.

Diane: That’s good. Um, are you going to get dessert?

Jack: No, I think I’ll just have some coffee.

Diane: Okay. You know, I asked kyle to join us, but, um, he turned me down again.

Jack: Maybe he had plans.

Diane: No, the only plans kyle has these days is to either avoid me or irritate me by– by going behind my back at work.

Jack: This is still going on. How is it you haven’t resolved your issues with him to this point?

Diane: I’ve tried many times, but kyle refuses to meet me even halfway. You know what? I am starting to think that he doesn’t wanna resolve the conflict at all.

Kyle: Yes, victor? What would you like to discuss?

Victor: You know, kyle, last time that I visited your home, I was very happy to see claire and harrison getting along so well. How’s she doing as a nanny?

Kyle: Oh, claire’s a natural.

Victor: Yeah?

Kyle: She’s engaged, energetic, always one step ahead of harrison’s needs. He adores her.

Victor: How nice.

Kyle: Couldn’t ask for a better match.

Victor: Wonderful. And how’s summer dealing with it all?

Kyle: She sees how happy harrison is.

Victor: Uh-huh. Good. That’s really very important for me to know that claire’s at a place where she feels comfortable, you know?

Kyle: That’s very generous of you. And you’re not the only one looking out for her.

Victor: Oh, yeah?

Kyle: Cole asked me to join him for a beer one of these days.

Victor: Really? Huh.

Kyle: Yeah, it took me by surprise because I barely know him, but claire assumes it’s just her father being protective.

Victor: Well, it’s what parents do. Yeah. Talking about parents, how’s your own family doing?

Kyle: We put the fun in dysfunctional.

Victor: Really?

Kyle: Hmm.

Victor: And your job at jabot, I understand you still have to answer to your mother, although she’s just learning the job.

Kyle: Hmm. More fun.

Victor: Yeah? Well, as you perhaps remember, I always told you that you’re wasting your time at jabot. You’re much too capable, kyle. And I just get the sense that you’re not quite happy with your present job.

Kyle: Well…

Victor: Perhaps it’s time to consider a change.

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Jack: This tension between you and kyle isn’t just felt at work. The two of you can’t be in the same room at home.

Diane: You’ve noticed.

Jack: Yeah, it’s hard not to.

Diane: Do you wanna talk to him?

Jack: I have talked to him. He continues to downplay the tension, says he’s on your side, he wants to help in any way he can.

Diane: And he also admitted to you that he resents me for having his job. I’m not making this up, jack. The only help kyle is offering me is to help me out of the position that he wants for himself.

Jack: As I’ve said before, it is up to the two of you to find a way to work through this.

Diane: How? How? When he undermines me at every turn, and he speaks down to me. You know, it’s almost like he’s trying to break me, force me to quit.

Jack: Think maybe you’re being a little dramatic.

Diane: All right, let’s talk about the jasper foley deal.

Jack: What about it?

Diane: It was mine. I saw the benefit of licensing his products, so I reached out, I made the deal, and then guess what? Kyle went behind my back and negotiated his own deal.

Jack: Are you sure it wasn’t just some misunderstanding?

Diane: No, it wasn’t a misunderstanding. Kyle contacted foley before the meeting I had scheduled with him. And then kyle tells me that foley thought I didn’t have the chops, which wasn’t true.

Jack: That is troubling, but the deal closed?

Diane: Yes, it did. Under the best terms possible because of the deal that I had made. And in spite of kyle’s interference, it’s like he continually goes to great lengths to show me up even after he’s been called out for it. I’m not wrong about this, jack. If there’s one thing I can tell, it’s when someone’s out to get me.

Lily: So have you talked to jill about how she’s doing?

Billy: Yeah, I mean, we were in contact, or we have been in contact every day, but we fell off the last few, so I had a conversation with snapper. He said that she is going through treatment and that it’s been difficult, but she’s doing well, so.

Lily: Good. That’s good.

Billy: Yeah.

Lily: And I’m guessinthat she doesn’t know that I know about her heart problem?

Billy: She does not know. But that is not because I haven’t had the opportunity to tell her. It’s because I decided not to tell her.

Lily: Why?

Billy: Because she swore me to secrecy, and she would be very unhappy if she knows that I betrayed her, even if it was to you. And I don’t wanna add any more stress on top of what she’s going through.

Lily: Well, maybe you shouldn’t have broken your promise then.

Billy: I told you because I know how much you care about her, and I’m hoping that you can understand why I am so intent on adding abbott to the chancellor-winter’s name.

Lily: And I still can’t tell devon about jill’s condition?

Billy: I’m afraid not.

Lily: I don’t like keeping secrets from my brother.

Billy: I understand that, but it’s just the way it’s gotta be right now.

Lily: Or until you can use it to get what you want.

Billy: Do you have another way of honoring my mother’s legacy and her contribution to this company other than adding the abbott name?

Lily: Yeah, be honest with devon. I mean, what is wrong with total transparency?

Billy: Lily, this is what my mother wants right now, okay? I’m not gonna argue with her.

Lily: Devon can be discreet.

Billy: Just trust me right now. The timing is not right.

Lily: Uh, sorry, what does timing have to do with it? I mean, your best chance of convincing devon and the board is to just tell everyone what’s going on, especially since devon and nate already shot the idea down.

Billy: Okay, well, nate doesn’t have any voting power, and there’s nobody that hates change more than devon, okay? And I know–

Lily: Okay, that’s not fair, billy.

Billy: The proposal that I am going after right now, adding my mother’s name to this company, it’s– it’s valid. It’s the right thing to do. It takes nothing away from you and devon. And I think you can understand how important it is for me to make this happen.

Audra: Why would I tell you who the investor is when it will be so much more fun for you to be surprised?

Tucker: But I am offering you, glissade. Why would you work for someone else when you can own it outright, scot-free?

Audra: I will be working with someone else, not for them. And there’s no such thing as scot-free with you. There’s always a catch. Even when you swear up and down, there isn’T. So I am fine with enlisting a little help to take control of glissade without any magnanimous gestures on your part.

Tucker: You’re actually enjoying this, aren’t you?

Audra: I’m loving it.

Tucker: It’s not gonna work.

Audra: It already is. And there’s nothing you can do about it. Accept it, tucker. Recognize that you have failed in every way possible. You know, I am gonna live my life on my terms. Mine, not yours. And taking glissade away from you is the perfect compensation for every bit of hell you ever put me through.

Tucker: Audra.

Audra: Don’t embarrass yourself.

Tucker: I get what you’re doing. Congratulations, you’ve done it. Consider me chastened thoroughly. Consider me put in my place. Can we move on now?

Audra: I am tired of repeating myself. I told you exactly what it is that I wanted, for you to lose and for me to win, and now I have.

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Lily: Okay, let’s just say for argument’s sake that we add abbott to the name. Then what?

Billy: Phase two is you and i take over.

Lily: Oh, okay, so here we’re at the ego part.

Billy: No, it’s not ego. It’s for the company’s benefit. And look, I don’t even wanna bring up his name, but victor newman, the power monger he is, he’s right about one thing. You need strong leadership at the top, a definitive voice. You and I together, we are that singular vision.

Lily: Oh, my god. I mean, you say that with no self-awareness and no shame at all.

Billy: Self-awareness, absolutely. Shame, no. Why would I have shame when it’s the right thing to do?

Lily: And it’s selfish.

Billy: Why do you say that?

Lily: Jill brought you in unilaterally to fill in for me, and then you decide that you wanna stay, and now you wanna push devon to some secondary role. I mean, you’re hijacking his company, his position. It’s like, do you not see what’s wrong with that?

Billy: No, not really.

Lily: I mean, you basically say that you wanna honor jill’s legacy by adding her name, honoring her contributions and all of her work, and then in the very next breath, you wanna cut devon out. I mean, what about his contributions and his work? Like, do you not see the hypocrisy, or do you just not care?

Tucker: Please take a step back and think about what you’re saying and doing.

Audra: I know exactly what I’m doing. I’m winning. And you lost. Twice. Glissade and me.

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Tucker: Okay. Okay, you wanna walk away from me, then… breaks my heart, but okay. I’m not gonna let you walk away with glissade.

Audra: That’s what you’re not understanding. I already have.

Tucker: Well, I– I talked to the board. They made it clear to me that they’re remaining loyal to me.

Audra: And it’s not at all possible that they told you what you wanted to hear and said what I wanted them to say? Is it not possible that after years of watching you in action, I’ve been one step ahead of you all this time?

Victor: Let me put it this way, kyle. There’s always an opportunity for energetic, bright, young executives at newman.

Kyle: You know how much respect I have for newman enterprises. I’ve worked there more than once, and we’ve parted ways on less than stellar terms.

Victor: Well, that’s all water under the bridge. So let me ask you something. Are you fulfilled? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment at the present job you’re doing?

Kyle: And if I don’t?

Victor: Well, do you?

Kyle: Why do I get the feeling there’s more to this conversation than classic victor newman advice?

Victor: Well, kyle, as I said, there’s always room for someone like you at my company, okay? So let’s keep this dialogue open.

Nikki: Good evening.

Jack: Hi. Good to see you.

Diane: Nikki.

Nikki: Diane. I owe you an apology.

Diane: For what?

Nikki: The last time I saw you, when I came by to see jack, I had just gotten out of rehab. I was racing for the door. But I should’ve taken a moment to tell you how sorry I am to have put you through that night of hell. Not knowing where jack was, learning about the overdose, how he almost died, trying to help me. I’m just so sorry about all of it.

Diane: Well, I appreciate you saying that.

Jack: Ooh, I’ve been waiting for this call. Uh, I will be back.

Diane: By all means.

Nikki: Oh. Um, I– I think my takeout is ready, so…

Diane: Uh, nikki, wait. I think there’s more for us to say.

Nikki: Do you?

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Diane: I hope I didn’t make that seem too ominous. I won’t bite, I promise.

Nikki: I think I have a feeling where this is going.

Diane: Do you?

Nikki: I appreciate you accepting my apology in front of jack. But you haven’t entirely forgiven me, have you?

Diane: Nikki, I don’t wanna argue.

Nikki: Well, I don’t either, but we can certainly have an honest conversation.

Diane: All right, I’m all for honesty. You first. What’s on your mind?

Nikki: I know you were upset when I asked jack to continue as my sponsor.

Diane: He told you that?

Nikki: No, he did not. But it wasn’t hard to read between the lines.

Diane: All right, there was a conversation, but can you blame me?

Nikki: Jack almost died because of me, and it must’ve been so hard for you to come so close to losing him and realizing how far he would go for a friend, a friend that you would prefer he spend as little time with as possible. So I can only imagine the friction that that caused, and I am so sorry if it put your marriage into a precarious place. I hope there won’t be any lingering effects.

Diane: It’s really thoughtful of you to be concerned about my marriage, but jack and I are as solid as ever. I just hope that what happened that night doesn’t have any lingering effects on your marriage.

Billy: The problems that this company are having are because of devon, okay? It’s not my fault that he’s so bullheaded that it only has to be his way, and it makes it impossible for anyone else to work together.

Lily: Yeah, and your solution is just to cut him out?

Billy: I’m not cutting him out, it’s just, you know, we need to manage him.

Lily: That is very arrogant.

Billy: It’s good business. Devon’s left me no choice.

Lily: No, you always have a choice, and it’s not just your decision to make.

Billy: No, I fully understand that, but I believe I can convince the board with your help.

Lily: No, I– i do not like it.

Billy: Devon is still gonna be here, okay? It’s just gonna be in a different capacity.

Lily: I understand wanting to add jill’s name to honor her legacy, but the rest of it feels like a power grab.

Billy: Why do you see it that way? Because I wanna take this company to the– to the top? To where I know that it belongs? Lily, you and me together, we can show the world the innovation and excitement that abbott chancellor-winters is capable of generating.

Lily: Yeah, and you can make a point to jack and your family that screw-up billy is now a force to be reckoned with, right?

Billy: Tell me honestly, do you really think I’m that shallow and needy? Or are you just making excuses because you’re too afraid to take the leap with me? Too afraid to alienate devon and your family to go after something you know you deserve?

Tucker: So how did you pull off a move on this scale?

Audra: Let me break it down for you. Before, during, and after the acquisition of glissade and all the other companies, I was the one on the ground, doing the work, negotiating the deals, overseeing every detail. The board and staff know that i can get things done because they’ve actually seen me do it. But you– you, you’re nothing but a name cc’d on emails.

Tucker: The plan was always for you to– to head the company yourself, so of course I let you run the show.

Audra: You let me? You needed me, tucker. You needed someone to hide behind, someone legitimate because your name is toxic, and you’re never gonna be able to escape that.

Tucker: You’ve made some sketchy moves yourself.

Audra: I own it. I know what I want. And I commit 100% at all times to getting it. You– you don’t know how to commit to anything, tucker. And it’s not just me. I finally figured out that you always seem to want what’s just out of reach. Ashley, devon. You keep chasing after them, making promises, begging them to give you another chance. And then when they actually do, you do what you always do. You lie. You change your mind. You let them down. Because nothing and no one will ever be as important as your fragile little ego.

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Nikki: Victor and i are just fine.

Diane: Hmm, glad to hear it.

Nikki: Why would you think otherwise?

Diane: Ah, because I ran into victor the other day. And not surprising, the subject of jack being your sponsor came up. You know, for once, victor and I actually agree on something. It was a bad idea, and it was risky from the beginning, and it never should’ve happened.

Nikki: I wouldn’t expect you to understand how much jack’s support meant to me. He helped me a great deal.

Diane: Except he had to almost kill himself to get you to see the wisdom of going to rehab. But, hey, you went. Good for you. It’s not like anyone actually had to die, right?

Nikki: Oh, there is the anger that I was expecting.

Diane: Well, your husband seemed just as angry when we spoke, which is why I am so concerned about your marriage.

Nikki: Again, victor and i are happier than ever. And since you and jack are doing so well, why don’t we just enjoy our happy marriages and avoid a family feud?

Diane: That’s a great idea. All jack and I want is peace. You know, it’s kind of funny. This whole thing has made us even stronger. And look at you. You are thriving in your sobriety. I wish you nothing but the best going forward.

Nikki: How very kind of you.

Diane: And good luck finding a new sponsor. I know it’ll be hard for you to replace jack, but if I could make a suggestion…

Nikki: As if I could stop you?

Diane: Perhaps you could try leaning on your own husband. If you and victor are happier than ever, then you shouldn’t feel the need to constantly seek out an old friend who feels obligated to pick up the phone every single time you call.

Nikki: My friendship with jack is not subject to your approval or disapproval. I’m sure even you can understand that.

Diane: Oh, of course. But if a line were to be crossed, we would have a problem.

Jack: Everything good here?

Diane: It certainly is.

Nikki: Couldn’t be better. And, uh, now my order is ready. Have a good evening.

Jack: See ya. What did I miss?

Diane: Nothing.

Jack: Really?

Diane: Yeah. Uh, you know, I could use a nightcap. How about you?

Jack: Actually, I’ve made other plans tonight. I have to leave town.

Tucker: You break my heart.

Audra: That would require you to have one.

Diane: It’s such short notice.

Jack: You can’t object to me going to paris to check on ashley and traci.

Diane: Well, of course not. I would expect nothing less than for you to be there for your sisters after everything you’ve been through.

Jack: This family comes together whenever there’s a crisis. Hey, I’m sorry we missed having dinner with you tonight.

Kyle: Yeah, claire left her wallet here, so I ran by the tack house. I got some takeout and came home to hang with harrison. We just finished reading a story.

Diane: Claire? So those are the big plans you had where you couldn’t have dinner with us?

Kyle: Some people consider spending time with their child a very important plan. Certainly more important than spending yet another meal with people I see at the office every day.

Diane: That’s not what I meant, and you know it. Is it really that hard to spend time with me?

Kyle: Ease up, mom. There’ll be other nights. There will be other dinners.

Diane: Yes, and always this tension. Kyle, we need to find a way to work through this. So, I didn’t think I needed swiffer.

Kyle: I really don’t feel like starting up this argument right now.

Diane: I’m not starting anything because it never ends.

Kyle: Because if we don’t see eye to eye on some issues at work, we’re not going to agree on every decision at jabot. It’s business 101.

Diane: Okay, I’m not bringing this up because of conflict at jabot, but because we’re family, and we have to find a way to work together so that we don’t bring this tension home and poison our lives.

Kyle: Mom, you’re the one who dragged it through the front door. I was perfectly happy reading to my son.

Jack: I have asked you and your mother several times to handle this, and yet here we are.

Kyle: Because she doesn’t understand I’m trying to help her, cover for her when she’s in over her head.

Diane: Oh!

Jack: I would ask that you show your mother, my co-ceo, a little respect.

Kyle: It goes both ways, dad.

Jack: Did you go around diane’s back for this jasper foley deal?

Kyle: Really? So, so what? You’re gonna put me in timeout because I colored outside the lines? It’s business.

Jack: It was your mother’s deal.

Kyle: And it’s up to her to finalize it. As my superior, it’s in her hands at this point.

Diane: As a matter of fact, it has been finalized. By me. So why don’t you stop sabotaging me and stop it with the snide comments and just tell us how you really feel?

Jack: Your mother’s right. Just a few weeks ago, you admitted that you were jealous of her for the position you felt you deserved. Well, if you can’t get past it, we need to talk about this and find out where we go from here.

Kyle: Hmm, so it’s all me. That’s it. It’s like you want me to be the bad guy.

Diane: Kyle.

Jack: Kyle, if we just sit…

Lily: This is not about fear, billy. This is about doing what’s best for the company, which means doing what’s best for my family. And devon and I worked really hard to get past it after our last debacle. And I’m not gonna do that again.

Billy: Lily, I fully understand your loyalty to devon. I understand how much you love him, but it’s holding you back. It’s holding this company back. Look, just remember, okay, for a second, how good we were at chance com. We killed it, okay? And we can do that again, but on a bigger scale. Our savvy, our edge, we can take chancellor-winters to a new height. You say you wanna do what’s right for this company. How can you not be excited about that?

Lily: Wow. This is really just another high for you, isn’t it? Except this time, you’re gambling with the future of my family’s company.

Billy: No, that’s not at all what this is about.

Lily: Are you sure about that?

Billy: Are you asking me if I’m excited about the potential of us? Yes, 100% I am. But it has nothing to do with gambling. It’s about recognizing that now is our time. You and me together with this company, lily. So what do I have to do to convince you that this is our shot?

Dawn: I got here as fast as I could. What’s happened?

Tucker: Audra made an end run and may have actually scored this time.

Dawn: What did she do?

Tucker: She claims to have the board in her back pocket and an anonymous investor ready to buy up all of glissade.

Dawn: Is that really possible?

Tucker: You spoke to the board, correct? And they’re all on our side.

Dawn: They are.

Tucker: She claims to have convinced them to lie.

Dawn: What are you gonna do?

Tucker: Uh… I need you on the inside. So call each member of the board. Tell them you talked to audra. That she got to you. She convinced you to join her and betray me. And see if you can find out if there’s any truth to her claims.

Dawn: I’ll get right on it.

Tucker: Also, see if you can find out who’s willing to spend a fortune to steal glissade out from under me.

[ Cell phone buzzes ]

Audra: Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. Everything is set for tomorrow morning. Tucker is guaranteed to be the lone vote against the sale. I trust everything is set on your end? The funds are lined up? Good. If everything goes according to plan and I see no reason why it won’t, glissade will be ours.

Victor: You’ve done a wonderful job, you know. And I’m looking forward to a very, very productive partnership with you at the head of glissade. And together I think we will be a formidable team. We’ll create a cosmetics company that will crush whoever comes our way. All right?

Announcer: Next week on the young and the restless.

Victoria: Kids, um, I would like for you to meet your sister, claire.

Daniel: You came. I wasn’t sure if you would.

Lily: Well, I hope it wasn’t a mistake.

Faith: You’re just in time. Mom and dad are about to tell me their whole love story.

Nick: We are?

Tucker: I’m having trouble breathing.

Audra: What the hell?

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