Author: Christine

Young & The Restless Update

Recap written by Christine

Elena showed up at ChancComm to talk with Lily. Elena wanted the job, but… Lily interjected to try and convince Elena to accept. Lily promised that they’d work around Elena’s schedule. Elena actually thought they should change the format of AskMDNow. Right now, people had to go to the site to look up information. Elena wanted to emulate the model at the clinic, where they engaged with the community and they were proactive about reaching out to them. Lily asked how to translate that to an online setting. Elena said they’d do advertising outreach and focus on preventative care instead of just treating symptoms. “Elena, we are gonna do some great things together,” Lily stated, with a smile.

At the main house, Adam went over the agenda for the launch party with Victor. Victor objected the fact that he was scheduled to speak four times while Adam was only going to speak once. Adam knew people would expect to hear from Victor, but Victor felt that, as CEO, Adam needed to take a more public role. Adam agreed to do more speaking. Nikki showed Nick into the house. Nick was here to follow up on the conversation from earlier. Adam was finished, so he told Nick to go ahead, but Nick said it was a private matter. Adam understood and got up to leave. He thanked Nick for convincing Phyllis to let them have the launch party at The Grand Phoenix, even though two of her least favorite people would be hosting. Victor said they paid her a hell of a lot of money, and she’d also profit from selling out all those suites. Victor looked over the guest list and was unhappy to see that Billy was somehow on it. Adam said he invited Lily and Billy as a matter of professional courtesy. He figured that if he didn’t invite Billy, he’d show up anyway. Nikki said that if it was Adam’s goal to trick Billy into declining, it didn’t work, because he RSVP’d yes. Adam didn’t mind – Billy would have a few drinks, make an ass of himself and pout. Victor told Adam not to be so glib – this was an important evening, and Billy would love nothing more than to throw a wrench into it. Victor thought they should’ve squashed that company like a bug. Nick said doing that would’ve unfairly affected Lily, which could cause friction with Devon, and Victoria wouldn’t be happy either. “Who gives a damn?,” Victor asked. He didn’t understand why Victoria defended Billy after all he’d done to her. Nick noted that he was the father of her children. Nick added that he and Billy had found some common ground on certain issues. Adam and Nikki both had some separate things to do before the party, so they left.

Nick was there to talk about their investigation. Like Victor, Nick didn’t think they should share anything they uncovered with Billy. However, Nick wanted to keep up to date with Billy’s investigation, just in case Billy’s team found something. Victor didn’t want Nick to communicate with Billy at all. Nick pointed out that Billy’s team might be the one to find skeletons in Ashland’s closet, if said skeletons existed. He said that if they truly believed Victoria could be in trouble, they should use every resource they could. Nick promised that he wouldn’t share anything that Victor’s team uncovered with Billy. Victor noted, as Nick and Nikki had pointed out, there might not be any dirt to find on Ashland. He excused himself to get ready for the party. Later, after Nick was gone, Victor spoke with Abby on the phone. She couldn’t make it tonight. He understood she had to keep an eye on that beautiful boy. He was glad she, Mariah and the baby were healthy. Victor saw Nikki after she got ready for the party, and he admired her beauty.

The Grand Phoenix was decorated for the Newman Media launch party. Phyllis made some last minute arrangements for the event, and she said through her headset that they had the pickiest, most pain-in-the-ass people coming tonight. Billy showed up and told Phyllis he was there for a drink. She thought it was odd that he was getting a drink now when he’d be here at the party tonight. He found it odd that she was hosting the party, but she said she was getting paid, while he was here voluntarily. He joked that he was here for the oysters, but she knew he didn’t like oysters. She asked what he was up to.

Phyllis stated that Billy’s half-smile told her that she wouldn’t like what he was up to. “All you need to know is what you already know. We protect our own,” he replied. He stated that she went to the mat for Summer, and he was prepared to do the same for Johnny and Katie. She realized he was talking about Ashland and Victoria. He asked what Phyllis knew about Ashland. She said he was bossy, obnoxious and arrogant. She stated that he gave temporary custody of Harrison to Kyle and Summer. In a mocking tone, she added that everyone thought it was so selfish and generous, but she thought Ashland was definitely dark. Those weren’t great qualities for a stepdad. Billy said Victoria needed to know the facts before she married Ashland. Phyllis said Newman women loved men with dark streaks, which Billy should know, since Victoria was with him once. Phyllis told Billy that if he dug up something from Ashland’s past, it had to be something terrible, not a shady business deal, or Victoria wouldn’t care. Billy didn’t know about that. Phyllis predicted that if Billy found out Ashland stole from an orphanage, Victoria would say that it was a long time ago, and Ashland had changed. “Yeah, she’s got a big heart,” Billy replied, and Phyllis scoffed. Phyllis warned Billy that he’d get hurt if Victoria found out he did a background check on Ashland. He noted that she wasn’t the first to warn him about that.

Sally went to Crimson Lights. Jack was there, and she thanked him for stopping her from losing her cool with Phyllis. She appreciated him being a good influence on her. He was polite, but distant with her. She told him that she was working for Newman Media. He already knew. She saw the guest list, so she knew he’d be at the party. She just wanted him to know in advance that he’d be there too, so he wouldn’t be surprised to see her. “Just how fragile do you think I am?,” he asked. She just didn’t want him to think she was following him. He said the thought never occurred to him, and it wouldn’t have mattered if it did. She seemed thrown by his response. She said okay and walked away.

Sally came back and accused Jack of going out of his way to make her feel small and insignificant. She said he was deliberately hurtful, and that was beneath him. He asked if she was finished. She scoffed and said she was finished trying to play this game she couldn’t win. She was who she was, and she was proud of herself and what she accomplished. She had the tools and drive to make a success of herself. He said she always did, which was the shame of it. She was uninterested in him giving her lectures, pitying looks or brilliant advice. She snapped that she was making a fresh start with people who accepted her, and it felt really good. She no longer gave a damn what he thought of her. She stormed off to the patio. Sally noticed Jack leave. She called Adam and thanked him for the invitation to accompany him to the launch party. She said she’d love to be his date.

Victoria and Ashland were at home. He admitted he’d had a hard day, due to the chemo. She suggested they skip the launch party. He said Cyaxares was his baby before it became Newman Media, and he was still on the board. It would be bad form not to attend. He said Dr. Hastings gave him some vitamins, so he’d probably be able to stay on his feet for a couple hours. Victoria was sure Nate wouldn’t want him pushing himself to exhaustion. She suggested they skip the non-essential events so he would be ready for the most important one – their wedding. He promised he’d be ready for that. She didn’t want to go to the launch party anyway. Part of her really wanted to see Adam and Newman Media fall flat on their smug faces.

Ashland knew that Victoria and Adam’s history went deeper than Cyaxares, but he wondered how deep it went. She knew Ashland read Billy’s article on Adam, which should provide answers. Ashland conceded that Adam did some terrible things, but Victor was no saint, and Victoria seemed to have made her peace with him. Victoria said Victor was her dad – she’d idolized him since childhood, and she’d always seen the good in him. She didn’t think of Adam the same way she thought of Nick and Abby. She didn’t get to know Adam until they were adults, and by then he was… “Competition?,” Ashland asked. Victoria said no – this wasn’t about their rivalry – Adam was conniving and vicious. She saw the anguish he caused the people she loved. He assumed she was speaking of Delia. She said Delia was special, then she was gone, and Billy would never be the same. Ashland could understand why Billy relentlessly went after Adam and why he was so fiercely protective of his own children. Ashland assumed Billy wouldn’t let up on him, but he didn’t mind. He’d experienced worse. However, it bothered him that these articles Billy published on him would be online after he was gone. He hated to think Harrison would read these stories when Ashland wasn’t around to defend himself. “I’ll be happy to pass on anything you want me to to Harrison about your life, or your past,” Victoria offered. Ashland appreciated that. She noted that he’d already told him about the older woman who mentored him. Smiling, she asked if there were any other secrets she should know about.

“Secrets? It sounds so mysterious when you put it that way,” Ashland stated. Victoria recapped the story she’d been told – a woman took Ashland under her wing, she died, then he bought her two television stations. That was mysterious, in Victoria’s opinion. Ashland didn’t think it was a secret. The story had been around for so long. He was glad to answer any questions Victoria had about it. He suddenly grabbed his head and said he needed to rest. She said she’d go get him some chicken soup from Society – Sharon swore it got her through chemotherapy.

Victoria saw Nick having a beer at the Society bar, and she commented on him drinking alone in the afternoon. He said he needed a quiet place to think. She accepted his invitation to join him. She was sure he knew Victor was having Ashland investigated. It was a slap in the face, in her opinion, but Nick said it was coming from a place of love. Victoria assumed Nick wasn’t okay with this. Nick didn’t know. He’d told Phyllis to stay out of Summer’s business, then it turned out that her instincts about Sally and Tara were right. Victoria said that this was different – this was about Victor not trusting her judgment. Nick didn’t think that was true. He said Victor just wanted Victoria to be able to make an informed decision. She asked what dastardly deeds Victor uncovered. Nick admitted it wasn’t incriminating, but it was puzzling. He went on to tell the story of Ashland, the older lady and the two television stations. He added that nobody knew where twenty year old Ashland got the money to buy the stations. Victoria said Ashland already told her the entire story. Nick asked if Ashland mentioned where he got the money. Victoria didn’t think it mattered, unless he stole it.

Victoria received her order of chicken soup, and she and Nick talked about how hard the chemo was hitting Ashland. Nick thought that was rough, and Victoria said the last thing Ashland needed was his future father in law accusing him of God knows what. Nick mentioned that Victor hoped he didn’t find anything in Ashland’s past. Victor liked and respected Ashland. Victoria said she’d hate to see what disrespect looked like. “You already did. Billy – remember that,” Nick replied. Victoria didn’t think telling Ashland that Victor treated Billy worse would help. Victoria asked Nick to give their parents her regrets, because she wouldn’t be at the party. He asked if she’d like to send a message to their brother. When she scoffed, he pointed out that Adam saved her niece’s life. Victoria relented and said to tell Adam “Good job.” Nick knew that if Victor came to Victoria and said Ashland’s past was clean, she’d be relieved, and she might even thank him for his efforts. Victoria didn’t know about that, but she might forgive Victor by her wedding day. She told him to have fun at the party, then she left.

Later, Victoria came into the living room, and Ashland was asleep on the couch. She offered him another bowl of soup, which he turned down, and he thanked her for taking such good care of him. He was going to bed, and he suggested she go to the party. She didn’t want to go. He said that this would probably be a way for her to score points with her father, and she’d probably get under Adam’s skin as well. She said he made it sound tempting, but all she wanted to do was spend time with him. She asked if he was really tired, or if he was just saying that to get her out of the door. He had been tired, but he said she was right about the restorative power of the soup.

Nikki and Victor arrived at the hotel, and Phyllis made small talk with them. She congratulated them on the birth of the new grandchild. They said thanks, and Victor asked if Adam was around. Phyllis hadn’t seen him. Phyllis showed Victor continued to the lounge, where one of the board members was waiting, while Nikki took a call from Victoria. Nikki was disappointed Victoria wouldn’t be coming. Nick arrived and overheard Phyllis trying to deal with the incompetence of the people running the event. She ended the call and vented to Nick. She said that these people weren’t her employees – it was a group that she hired to handle the party. The group kept screwing up, and she’d need pampering after this. They started flirting, which she stopped when she saw Nikki walk over. Shortly afterward, Phyllis had to walk away because the party planners had messed up something else. Nikki told Nick that Victoria and Ashland weren’t coming. She doubted they would’ve come even if Ashland were feeling well, since Victoria was frustrated with Victor over the investigation. Nikki assumed that Nick went to the main house to talk about that. He saw Lily and Billy walk in and said they’d talk about that later.

Lily hoped Devon didn’t feel weird about coming here after what happened last time. Their family had come so far since then. Billy didn’t engage in the conversation Lily tried to start, leading her to assume that he was going to focus on Victoria and Ashland all night. Nick walked over and said Victoria wasn’t here, so if that was the only reason Billy showed up, he didn’t need to stay. Billy intended to stay because there were a lot of powerful people here that he needed to talk to, and Phyllis’s party always had fireworks. Lily asked if Victoria wasn’t coming because she found out Victor was investigating Ashland. Nick said Victoria did find out, and she wasn’t happy, but she skipped the party because Ashland had his second chemo session, and he didn’t feel well. Lily understood. Billy wondered if it was a cover story, and Nick stated that he saw Victoria picking up soup for Ashland. Billy was curious if Nick asked Victoria about Ashland and the widow. Lily pulled Billy away to talk with Nate and Elena.

Jack showed up and complimented the way Phyllis and the hotel looked. She tried to talk to him about some pictures Summer and Kyle sent of themselves and Harrison, but he didn’t seem to want to discuss it. She understood since those pictures were like a dagger to her heart. He said he was tempted to ask Billy to bring his kids over to visit, because the Abbott house felt so empty. She mentioned that Billy was here. Jack wished Billy would stay away from Adam. Things were going well for Billy in his personal and professional life, so why borrow trouble, Jack asked. Phyllis noted that a lot of Billy’s success at ChancComm was tied to his relationship with Adam and Victor. Jack said it was a double edged sword. He didn’t think they should get sucked into all that misery.

Elena was excited about getting dressed up, and she lamented that there weren’t more opportunities for that. Lily suggested that she, Billy, Elena and Nate all get dressed up for a double date sometime, and they all liked the idea. Elena got called to the hospital. Nate offered to go with her, but she told him to stay. She hoped she’d be back before the party was over.

Victor asked Nick to keep an eye on Billy. Nick already talked to him, and it sounded like he was just here for the party. Victor didn’t buy it. Nick agreed to keep an eye on Billy. Nick walked away, and Nikki joined Victor. She assumed, by the look on his face, that Nick told him the news. Victor didn’t know what Nikki meant. Nikki’s jaw dropped when Adam walked in with Sally on his arm.

All eyes turned toward Sally and Adam. “Son of a bitch,” Phyllis muttered. Jack said Sally told him she was coming, but she didn’t mention with whom. Phyllis decided to kick Sally out, but Jack said she couldn’t make the co-host’s date leave. He noted that Phyllis had an event to run, and he told her not to get side tracked. Phyllis predicted that Sally and Adam would bring each other down.

Sally noted that everyone was staring, and Adam said good – it was a Newman Media launch, so everyone should pay attention to the employees. Sally thanked Adam for the invitation and said it wsa going to be fun. Adam and Billy locked eyes from across the room, and Billy raised his glass. “It is, indeed,” Adam replied to Sally, and they clinked glasses.
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Recap written by Christine

At the penthouse, Amanda smiled as Devon told her about helping deliver a perfect baby boy. He noted that he’d already told her this twice. She planned to keep asking him to tell her the story though, because she thought he was a hero. She alluded to him being a father, but he told her not to say that. He said Abby was the mother, and Chance was the only father. Amanda said the baby was Abby and Chance’s, but Devon had a biological connection, and it was clear that he felt something for the baby. Devon admitted he did feel an amazing connection that he couldn’t put into words. Amanda thought Devon was thinking about the baby right now. He said he didn’t stop thinking of him. He’d never felt this way before. He was just happy the nightmare was over, that Mariah was safe and Abby had her child. Amanda said it was thanks to Devon. He didn’t think he deserved all the credit. She said he could be humble, but she was going to be proud of him. She had to get going. He planned to go to the hospital and check on everyone, and she said to kiss the baby for her.

Mariah had a nightmare in the hospital, while Abby was at her side. Mariah woke up screaming Bowie, and she demanded to know where he was. Abby assured Mariah that the baby was safe in the nursery, and she said Mariah could go see him if she wanted. Mariah talked about her ordeal in solitary confinement. She’d been all alone, except for Bowie. Abby reacted when she heard the name Bowie. Mariah didn’t understand why this happened. Abby blamed herself for not sensing something was wrong with Ben. She said she was worried about Mariah and she was lost without Chance, then Ben came along saying all the right things. Abby said Ben’s life had hit a low point, and he thought this was a way to get things back on track and make Abby feel grateful to him. Mariah was adamant that Stitch was the only one to blame – he’d hurt her, Abby, Tessa, Devon, Sharon and everyone who loved the baby.

Abby let the nurses know that Mariah was awake. She added that everyone, including Nina and Jill, knew the baby was born, and they were all excited to see him and Mariah. Mariah wanted to see everyone too, after being alone for so long, but maybe not all at once. Mariah was hungry, and Abby said that the nurses were bringing a meal. Mariah was happy to have something new to eat after all those protein bars. Abby told Mariah how Ben’s story about protein bars made Devon suspicious, which was the key to unraveling the story and Mariah’s rescue. Mariah asked if everyone was worried when she first disappeared. Abby explained that Ben used Mariah’s phone to craft a cover story about a business trip and needing time alone. Mariah protested that she’d never leave town without saying goodbye to Tessa. Abby knew that, but they were all trying to be considerate of Mariah’s feelings. Abby added that Tessa was the first one who sensed something was off.

Mariah would never forget Abby bursting through the door to rescue her. She thought she’d have to deliver Bowie alone. “I’m sorry, I just, um, I have to ask. Bowie?,” Abby said. Mariah said she needed something to call the baby – it was just the two of them, and they had many deep conversations, and after a while, Little Man and Kiddo didn’t fit. She swore she wasn’t trying to name him. Abby understood that, and she said she didn’t think Mariah tried to name him. Mariah said she talked to the baby about being strong and brave and the one most important truth – that his mom already loved him so much.

Abby and Mariah went to see the baby, and when they got back Sharon and Rey were waiting from them. Ben went to Iowa, took Max from the facility without checking him out, then he stole one of the doctor’s ID’s and fled to parts unknown. The facility didn’t notice Max was missing until morning, so there was no telling how much of a head start Ben had. Mariah was scared Stitch would come back to Genoa City. Rey said there was an APB out for him, and his description had been sent to clinics and hospitals throughout the mid west. If they showed up anywhere for treatment, Ben would be arrested. Mariah was worried Ben would get away with it, and Rey assured her that the GCPD wasn’t giving up. Rey was going to keep investigating. Abby felt bad that Ben had gone down this path, and she said things were only going to get worse for him and Max. Mariah asked why Abby cared what happened to Stitch. Abby was angry, but she was also a little sad. Mariah wasn’t sad at all. She wanted Ben behind bars where he belonged.

When Mariah was alone, Tessa came by. Mariah confided about the nightmares, and Tessa comforted and reassured her. Abby walked in with the form for the birth certificate. She stayed up all night, and she came up with a name. Dominic Phillip Newman Abbott Chancellor. Dominic’s name had a “D” for Devon and an “M” for Mariah. Phillip, of course, for his father, Phillip Chancellor IV. An exhausted Abby decided to finish the rest of the form at home, and she left. Tessa decided to ask the nurse if she could take Mariah outside so she could see the sky after being inside for so long. Mariah said Tessa always knew what she needed. Mariah added that Tessa and Bowie kept her sane in there. Tessa questioned “Bowie.” Mariah said it was the name she called the baby, but Abby just gave him like seven names. They chuckled and agreed that the name was so Abby. Mariah turned somber and said she’d be the only one who knew the baby as Bowie. Tessa said that Mariah could tell the baby that some day. Mariah burst into tears. She’d made the baby so many promises, and he was her reason for living. She admitted she didn’t know how to let go. Tessa hugged Mariah. Tessa thought it was natural for Mariah to be feeling some residual anxiety, but she and Dominic were safe, and he’d have a great life because of Mariah. She said Abby and Chance would make sure of that. Tessa added that Mariah would be part of his life. Mariah reiterated that Tessa always knew what she needed. Mariah smiled, but it faded when Tessa looked away.

Abby invited Devon over to her place, and she told him the baby’s name and the significance of it. He liked the name Dominic, in general, and he felt honored by the tribute. He said Dominic would be home where he belonged soon, and Abby would start this journey that would last the rest of her life. They hugged.

Victor and Nick were at Society digesting the news that Stitch was the kidnapper. They felt for Mariah and Abby. Victor was glad that Abby could put this behind her and raise her boy. Victor stepped away to take a call. Billy arrived, and he and Nick congratulated each other on their new Newman-Abbott nephew. Billy was just glad Mariah and the baby were okay. “Stitch better hope I never get my hands on him,” Nick said. Billy thought it was good Nick was protective of Abby, but right now, it was his other sister who needed help. Nick thought Billy should stay out of Ashland and Victoria’s personal life. Billy implied he had a good reason to get involved. He explained that Ashland’s mentor, an older woman, suddenly died, and Ashland bought her TV stations. Ashland didn’t come from money, and he was barely twenty years old at the time, but he somehow had the money to buy two major entities. Billy noticed that Nick didn’t seem surprised, and he asked if Nick and Victor ran a background check on Ashland already. Nick said he needed good reason to get involved in Victoria’s personal life, and he said to let him know if one was found. “Now get out of my dad’s chair,” Nick said, so Billy left.

Victor returned to the table. His team was still trying to find out how Ashland was able to buy the TV stations. Nick repeated what Nikki said – even if something sketchy happened in the past, that didn’t necessarily say anything about what Ashland was like now. Victor still wanted to investigate. Victoria might be angry, but it’d be worth it if they found something serious. Nick said that Victoria might not ever have to know Victor did any digging. There was someone else on the exact same trail about the TV stations. Victor realized it was Billy. Victor asked if Nick told Billy that the Newmans were investigating. While Nick didn’t share that, Billy had jumped to that conclusion. Victor was glad Nick didn’t say anything. He asked Nick to keep his distance from Billy and keep anything uncovered in this investigation in the family. Nick said of course. Victor didn’t want an outsider picking up information and using it against them. Nick didn’t think Billy was doing this for leverage. Victor didn’t care about Billy’s motives. He stated that they’d circle the wagons and protect themselves – the Newman creed. Nick nodded.

Victoria went to ChancComm, and Lily said Billy wasn’t there. Victoria wanted to talk to Lily. She said some of Ashland’s associates were getting calls from reporters with probing questions about the beginning of Ashland’s career. Victoria didn’t think it was hard to figure out where those reporters worked. Lily didn’t think it should be surprising that there were news outlets like ChancComm that were interested in Ashland’s history. Victoria understood Ashland was a public figure, even if there was no story in how his career started. Victoria was surprised that a strong independent woman like Lily was standing by and watching Billy use the company for his own agenda. Lily said she and Billy ran the company as a partnership, just like they did their personal lives. She said she didn’t let him impose his personal agenda on business agendas, but if there was news, they went after it. Victoria didn’t think there was a story here. She understood writing stories on his divorce, and his illness, now that he’d made it public, but now he had to deal with every disgruntled business associate from the last twenty years. She asked why Lily would drag a sick and dying man through the rug. Victoria thought she understood Billy’s motive. She was sure he’d said it was about the kids, but that wasn’t true, in her opinion. “Clearly it’s about me, and we both know that,” Victoria said. Lily didn’t think Victoria’s argument had merit. She wondered if Victoria was making this personal to try and get under Lily’s skin. Victoria felt that if Lily was rationalizing this, it meant Lily had changed, and not necessarily for the better. Elena showed up for her meeting, so Victoria left.

Lily said Nate gave up his job at AskMDNow after his promotion. Elena didn’t know that, but she realized there was a lot on his plate. Lily said Nate suggested Elena as a replacement. Lily thought that Elena’s natural empathy and knowledge made her a great fit. Elena needed a minute to think about it, and Lily understood. After Elena left, Billy showed up. Lily filled Billy in about Elena. Afterward, she stated that his ex came by and called Lily a sellout who let him do whatever he wanted. Billy was sorry. He wished he’d been there to deflect Victoria’s anger. Lily said it was okay. She’d presented a united front and covered her own reservations about Billy investigating Ashland. She still had her doubts about why he was doing this. He started to explain himself again. She interjected that she knew he was concerned about his kids, but she was worried that in his quest to be right about Locke, he might irreparably harm the relationship with the mother of his children.

Ashland was at Crimson Lights. He became unsteady on his feet, and Nate rushed to his aid. Ashland said he was okay, but concerned, Nate wanted to help Ashland get home. Ashland nodded. Once they got there, Ashland said that things weren’t as bad as they looked. Nate said he could tell Ashland was in rough shape earlier. Ashland appreciated Nate’s discretion on this. Nate said of course – Victoria was a friend, and he was always happy to help. He suggested that Ashland might want to speak with another doctor about this, and he offered him a referral. Nate gave Ashland some vitamin supplements for energy that helped people going through chemo.

Ashland assumed the new chief of surgery had more important things to do than tuck him in for a post-chemo nap. Nate said he was off duty, and he’d wanted to get Ashland out of the coffeehouse. He knew Ashland liked to project strength, and he wouldn’t want to be seen in public like that. Ashland was thankful. Nate said that chemo didn’t care about how tough you were, because chemo could be tougher. Ashland was beginning to realize that. Ashland said that when you project invincibility, people begin to see you that way. It was funny how it all faded so fast. Nate said he injured his hand last year, and he still couldn’t operate. His world was wrapped up in being a surgeon, and suddenly he couldn’t perform surgery. He learned to be honest with himself about his limitations and how to ask for help when it was needed. It wasn’t a sign of weakness. Ashland thought Nate sounded like Victoria. Nate said there was nothing to be gained by pretending to have an easy time with chemo, and there was no shame in admitting it sucked. Ashland stated that he was being asked to unlearn decades of behavior. That was a big change. Nate felt that Ashland had to recognize that his life had changed. He said that the doctors might be able to make things a little better if Ashland was honest with them about the side effects. The same for Victoria. Nate understood the instinct to hide things, but he thought Ashland should let Victoria help him. “You were right, Doctor. This sucks,” Ashland said.

Victoria came home after Nate left. She brought Ashland a smoothie. He pretended that he was doing well after his chemo session, and when she assumed that he made it home on his own, he didn’t correct her. As she headed toward the kitchen, he called her back and admitted he was lying. He explained that the treatment was brutal, and he’d been afraid he was going to collapse. She was sorry, and she wished she’d gone to his appointment with him. He said Dr. Hastings brought him home. He admitted that he might not be able to handle this.

Nate and Elena met at Crimson Lights. He apologized for being late, explaining that he was held up a bit. She revealed that she knew he left AskMDNow and recommended her for the job. Smiling, she said she couldn’t believe he didn’t tell her. He said he didn’t want to ruin the surprise of her getting called in and offered a job on the spot. She hadn’t accepted the job yet. She wasn’t sure she was right for it. He said she’d be a natural, and even better at it than he was. He suggested they role play as doctor and patient. He said he had a pain in his heart that disappeared when he saw her. She diagnosed him as being a charmer.

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Recap written by Christine

Abby, Mariah and Devon were all apprehensive when the hospital staff took the baby. Nate explained that he was going to the nursery for a bath and tests, but so far, he seemed healthy. Mariah asked if there was anything she needed to do. Nate urged Mariah to rest. They were all grateful to Nate, but he said the three of them did all the hard work, and he congratulated them and left. Mariah confided how it felt to be snatched off the street by a stranger. She’d been afraid that they would kill her after Bowie was born. Abby seemed caught off guard by the name Bowie. Abby said it sounded awful. Mariah had learned it was Ben all along, and she didn’t understand why he’d do it. Abby explained that Ben had hoped to rescue Mariah and be Abby’s hero.

Mariah stated that Ben, the doctor, listened to her scream. She’d been terrified she’d die, but she was trying not to upset the child she was carrying. She was terrified she’d have to bring Bowie into the world all by herself. She didn’t want Ben to get away with this. Devon said the police would find Ben. Elena came in and asked Devon and Abby to leave, because Mariah could only have two visitors at a time, and there were two more people anxiously waiting to see her. They complied, and Tess rushed in and hugged Mariah tight. Sharon came in too. Sharon called Mariah her brave girl for getting herself and the baby through this. Sharon stepped out to give Tessa and Mariah some time. Tessa told Mariah she loved her and they hugged. They talked about how they felt each other when Mariah was being held captive. “I’m never gonna let you go again,” Tessa said.

Sharon returned and Mariah was sleeping. Tessa wished she could make all Mariah’s suffering go away. Sharon said they’d do all they could to support her. Tessa had to run home and get some stuff for Mariah, and she asked Sharon to sit with her.

Rey and Victor were in the hospital corridor. Rey finished a call, then he told Victor that there was no sign of Ben.

Nate sat with Devon in the waiting room. Devon was grateful Nate had been there to walk them through the baby’s birth. It was really something to see a new life coming into the world. It was a miracle. He felt an instant connection when he held the baby. It made him think about his time with Hilary. He didn’t know if this made sense. Nate said that baby was carrying a part of Devon, and he helped bring him into the world. It made perfect sense.

Abby was surprised to see Victor was still in the hospital. He gave her a Fenmore’s bag. There was a teddy bear in it. He said it reminded him of one Abby used to have when she was a toddler. Abby remembered him – it was named Oodles. She thanked Victor for bringing in his investigators. He said he’d do anything for her. She knew the feeling because she had a baby of her own. He knew she’d have to take care of Mariah and the baby, but he looked forward to his first visit. They said they loved each other. He wanted to see the baby soon, though.

After Victor left, Devon joined Abby. They marveled at the experience they shared. He stated that she wanted a family, and they all joined together to make that perfect little boy. He was grateful things didn’t turn out worse. She was thinking the same thing. Abby said that Devon didn’t just create the baby, he saved the baby’s life, because he trusted his instincts about Ben. Abby said she was too bowled over by Ben’s kindness to see what was happening until it was too late. He didn’t think she should blame herself. No one could’ve predicted Ben would do something like this. He noted that she was the one who came through and found Mariah. He felt that the three of them kept the baby safe.

In the waiting room, Tessa thanked Devon and Abby for bringing Mariah home to her. Devon said they didn’t need thanks. They loved Mariah. Tessa wanted to go to the chapel to say thank you for answering her prayers. After Tessa left, Abby mentioned that she wanted to see Mariah. Devon didn’t mind her taking the second visitor spot. He was going to call Lily and let her know what happened. He wished Neil was here to see the baby. She had no doubt that Neil was with them and he was smiling on their perfect little boy.

Abby sat with the sleeping Mariah. Sharon was out of the room. Abby was heartbroken that she had no way of letting Chance know he was a dad, like he’d always wanted to be.

Elena and Nate were at Crimson Lights. He couldn’t get over the fact that he’d coached his cousin through childbirth. He thought it had a profound experience on Devon, and he believed it hit Devon in a way he didn’t expect. Elena assumed that was because of the baby he lost with Hilary. He said Devon had a deep meaningful bond with the baby. She was happy for Devon. They agreed that the baby was lucky to have Devon in his life. He was impressed Mariah, Devon and Abby kept their heads together. Elena was proud of Nate.

Elena went back to work, and she took Baby Newman to Abby for a feeding. Mariah was planning to pump, but since she was sleeping, Elena brought a bottle of formula. Abby took her child and marveled that he was the most amazing baby in the world. Devon walked up and overheard Abby bonding with the baby. She said she’d waited her entire life for him. Mariah woke up when Abby said “Mommy’s here.” Mariah looked upset.

At Society, Sally and Chloe video chatted Chelsea. It was Sally and Chelsea’s first time meeting. Sally stated that she’d followed Chelsea’s work for years, and she proved this point by sharing her thoughts on every clothing line Chelsea once worked on. Sally was honored to be working with Chelsea. “And I would consider it a miracle if you came up for air,” Chelsea replied, commenting on the length of Sally’s monologue. Chloe was shocked when Chelsea said she wasn’t sure she was taking the position. Chloe protested that she accepted Adam’s job offer to work with Chelsea. Chelsea appreciated Chloe’s hard wok on the platform, but she couldn’t commit yet.

Chelsea called Adam, who was at work. They chatted about Anita, who was on the mend, and Connor, who was home from camp and looking forward to school starting. She thanked him for maintaining structure for Connor while she found her footing. Adam wanted Connor and Chelsea to be in each other’s lives. She thought he sounded like he meant that. The other reason Chelsea called was to talk about Sally. He asked what she thought of the new hire. Chelsea heard about Sally’s track record with jobs. She understood that Chloe saw something in her and Chelsea could relate to needing a chance. However, she talked to Sally for less than a minute and she could already see Sally was a master manipulator with a lack of scruples. She knew he gave Chloe free reign, but Sally deserved a second look. He said not to worry because he was keeping an eye on everything.

Nick met Phyllis at The Grand Phoenix. She was sorry she missed his lunch invitation, but she’d been tied up. Nick said Sally told him Phyllis was with Jack. Phyllis complained about Sally antagonizing her. Nick knew Sally was trying to get back at Phyllis for uncovering her scheme. Nick wanted to forget about Sally for a moment. He asked if Phyllis would be tempted to get back together with Jack if Nick wasn’t in the picture. She didn’t want to answer his weird hypothetical. He said he was just trying to have an honest conversation. She said Nick was in the picture, and she loved him. She didn’t know where this was coming from. She thought it’d be like asking if he’d be with Sharon if Phyllis weren’t in the picture. He was just curious, and he asked her to humor him, so she said Jack was just a friend. She asked if he was threatened by Jack, and he said of course not. He was confident in their relationship. She was glad, because she was a one man woman, and Nick was the man for her.

Nick didn’t mean to make Phyllis uncomfortable. Phyllis thought about how difficult it must be for Victoria to be in love with someone who didn’t have a lot of time while dealing with interfering relatives. Nick wished he could trust Victoria’s instincts, but he couldn’t shake the feeling that Ashland wasn’t trustworthy. Phyllis thought it was beautiful for Nick to worry about his sister, and she couldn’t judge him for running interference. Victor called Nick to let him know he was an uncle again. Nick asked about Mariah, and Victor said she was fine. Nick wanted to visit, but Victor asked him to hold off because everyone needed their rest.

Phyllis ran into Sally at Society. “You stay away from my man,” Phyllis warned. Sally called Phyllis insecure. She couldn’t remember the last time she saw Nick. She then remembered that she saw him planning a romantic surprise, but Phyllis had been too busy fawning over Jack. Phyllis said she and Jack were in the past. Sally thought it’d be healthier for Sally and Jack to move on, because this seemed inappropriate. Phyllis said it wasn’t a good idea for Sally to try and retaliate against her. “Haven’t you had enough,” Phyllis asked. “I’m still here aren’t I,” Sally replied.

Phyllis called Sally full of herself. Sally thought she had a right to be since she landed on her feet after Phyllis attempted to ruin her life. Phyllis scoffed and called Sally delusional. She was sure that Chloe would cut Sally off when she did something underhanded. Sally said Chloe knew how valuable she was. Sally felt that she had an opportunity to make a name for herself on a fashion platform that was part of a powerhouse media company. She said she and Adam really got each other. Phyllis doubled over laughing. She said karma was going to take Sally out. Sally was sure that Phyllis would be proven wrong. Phyllis told Sally to get out of her life. Phyllis said if Sally even mentioned her name, her stay in this town would come to an abrupt end.

Nick ran into Adam at Crimson Lights and told him about their new nephew. He thought Christian would be excited. Adam asked Nick’s take on Victoria and Locke. Nick said Victoria seemed happy, and that was all he cared about. Adam asked how much they knew about Ashland. Nick had been asking himself the same question. Sally walked in and said hi to the brothers. Nick walked away without acknowledging her. Adam commented on that, and Sally said Nick was still mad about the whole Summer thing. Sally wasn’t worried about that though, because she loved a challenge. Sally said she was inspired by Adam’s advice to focus on making a name for herself instead of Phyllis. He reacted with mock dread, asking what he’d unleashed. She told him to be afraid, very afraid. She promised it was something that would be good for the company. He hoped she’d abandoned seeking revenge on Phyllis. Chloe walked in and said they had too much to achieve to waste time on personal vendettas. Adam agreed, and he said tomorrow was the official public launch of Newman Media, and they had to be ready to hit the ground running. He suggested they come in early tomorrow. He left.

Chloe didn’t agree with Sally telling Adam she wanted to get revenge on Phyllis. Sally said she’d promised Adam that she’d channel her energy into Newman. She wouldn’t blow this rare opportunity. She sensed that Chelsea wasn’t on board with Sally’s involvement. Chloe said that Chelsea took awhile to get used to people. Chloe wasn’t going to let Chelsea back out of this.

Chloe got on video with Chelsea after Sally left. Chelsea had reservations about Sally. She’d heard some things. Chloe said Sally heard some things about them too, but Sally talented, motivated and hungry. Chelsea wasn’t sure. Chloe implored Chelsea to come home. She could only hold the position open for so long, and if Chelsea didn’t take it, they might be forced to move on without her.

Sally showed up at Adam’s office with something to show him. He said he left the fashion decisions up to Chloe, but she suggested that she wanted his opinion anyway. She thought this thing she’d worked on would be perfect for the launch. He looked at her work, and he liked it. He thought she really was talented, and he said they’d definitely use her creation. He wanted to know what she planned to do to make a name for herself. She still wouldn’t say, but she told him to remember the word “Spectacular.” He was determined to get this out of her. He asked her to accompany him to the launch party tomorrow. “We’ll see,” she replied.

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Devon, Victor and Rey were in Ben’s suite at The Grand Phoenix. When Devon called Mariah’s phone, it rang in Ben’s duffel bag. Rey searched the bag and found the phone. Devon thought it was crazy that Ben had been texting them as “Mariah” for weeks now. He said they should call Abby, because she could be in danger. Victor agreed.

At the Chancellor house, Abby begged Ben to tell her where Mariah and the baby were, and she promised not to hold it against him. Ben pretended he wasn’t involved, and he got up to leave. Abby plead for Ben to stay, even if it was to tell her how wrong she was. Victor called, and Abby declined it. Ben proclaimed his innocence and asked how Abby could accuse him of something so horrible. Abby wanted to help Ben. She knew he’d been through hell. He regretted admitting that, but she was glad he did. She said there was nothing to be ashamed of. He asserted that she’d jumped to the wrong conclusion. Abby noted that Mariah went missing right after Ben came to town, and he’d said he had that job when he didn’t, then he told her about the notebook that Mariah had. Ben continued to maintain that he didn’t do it. Devon called, and Ben asked Abby if Devon suspected him, too. Ben didn’t take the call.

Sharon and Tessa went to Crimson Lights after their walk. They both found it helpful to be with each other right now. Rey texted Sharon with what he knew. She and Tessa were shocked Ben had Mariah’s phone. Tessa wanted Sharon to call Rey, but Sharon said he’d instructed them to just sit tight. Sharon didn’t want to believe Dylan’s best friend would kidnap her daughter. She suggested that someone planted Mariah’s phone in his bag. Tessa pointed out that Ben had been there to listen to their deepest fears. He was also there when they talked about tricking the kidnapper into thinking they thought Mariah was taking a break. If Ben was the kidnapper, he was always one step ahead of them because they told him what they were going to do.

Back at the hotel, Rey had to head out, and he told Victor not to try to be a hero. He wanted to be the first to know if Victor’s team found Ben. Victor wanted to be the first to know if the police found him. Rey promised to keep Victor posted. Victor left. Devon’s PI let him know that Ben had never gone back to Iowa City. Rey figured Ben had been doing this alone, taking care of Mariah all by himself. He said he’d run a check on Ben’s credit cards. Kevin called Rey. He’d gotten a new version of the security video from the store, and there was no old man buying protein bars. Devon wondered why Ben would tell such a flimsy lie, and Rey said that most stores would’ve recorded over the footage by now.

Abby spoke about what a good person Mariah was. She was carrying Abby’s baby, and that was just one of many kind things she’d done. Ben said people wanted to do nice things for Abby because she was a light in a very dark world. She implored him to talk to her. He said Genoa City was in her blood, but to him it represented a time in his life when he still had hope. He first came back to remember that feeling, then he wanted to feel hopeful again. He needed to find a way back to his past with her. He knew he had no right to expect that from her. He felt lucky to have shared a life with her once. It had been magic. He broke down crying because he didn’t protect her when they were together. She said it wasn’t his fault, and if she ever said otherwise, she was sorry.

Abby said to lose hope would drive anyone to do desperate things. “Unforgivable things,” Ben whispered, but Abby assured him that she’d never judge him, and she didn’t want anything bad to happen to him. She knew he’d never hurt anyone. He said she knew the real him. She said he knew her too, and he came to her every time she was worried about Mariah, and he assured her everything would be alright. Abby said that Ben knew Mariah was fine, and he knew she’d come home. “I didn’t mean for it to get this far,” Ben admitted. He said he’d always planned to let Mariah go. Abby believed that, but she thought it was better for this to happen sooner rather than later. Ben didn’t know what he was thinking when he took Mariah. He was just trying to get closer to Abby. He’d needed a lifeline. Abby said she could be that, but first they had to clean up this mess. She asked him to take her to Mariah and the baby.

Back at the hotel, Rey put out an APB on Ben. Victor called someone and said he couldn’t reach Abby. He asked that person to give her a call. Devon called Ben again and got his voicemail. Rey instructed Devon what to say. Devon said he was just calling to talk about ways to help Abby. Devon didn’t think he’d get a call back. Rey asked if they knew why Ben would do this. Victor thought Ben was in love with Abby. He told Rey how Ben’s son put a tripwire on the stairs to make Abby fall and lose the baby. After her miscarriage, she wasn’t able to carry a baby to term. Devon said Ben showed up out of nowhere and tried to be super supportive. Rey said Ben had been excited to give a crucial tip in the case. Victor thought Ben had hoped to earn Abby’s undying gratitude. Rey had seen that dynamic before in arson cases – where a firefighter would start a fire, then show up and save the day. He said the good thing about this is it likely meant Ben took care of Mariah, because he was planning to be the hero of the story. Victor used to respect Ben, and he wondered what happened to the great guy he once knew.

Rey called Sharon back and let her know Ben lied about being in Iowa and about the guy in the convenience store. He said Ben didn’t know he was the person of interest in the case. Sharon asked what to do if they saw Ben, and Rey said not to do anything except call Rey. Denise called Devon and let him know that two months ago, Ben Russell rented out a house. That was Ben Rayburn’s birth name. Devon relayed this to Rey. The house was on the same street as the convenience store.

Sharon wondered what happened to make Ben change so drastically. Tessa said whatever it was, it was nothing compared to what she’d do if she got a hold of him. Tessa noted that Ben snatched Mariah out of their lives and tried to convince them nothing was wrong by sending those phony texts, and he watched them grow more and more scared. She wondered if he got a sick thrill out of it. Sharon hoped that if Ben was found, he’d tell them where Mariah was.

Victor went to Abby’s house, and she didn’t answer the doorbell. The door was unlocked, so he went in to look around, and he found her phone on the table. Rey called, and Victor told him about the situation at Abby’s. Rey told Victor about the house Ben was renting.

Mariah was still in labor in the locked room at Ben’s house. She begged to go to the hospital. She wondered what was with the vitamins and protein bars if they were going to abandon her and the baby now. She wondered if the captor went to get help or to buy supplies for the baby. Surely no one would be cruel enough to abandon her and Bowie now. Mariah told Bowie that it looked like she’d be the only one in the welcome wagon, but it was okay. Women had been doing this forever. She got choked up because there wouldn’t be anyone to help her through this incredibly scary time, and she quietly begged for help. She felt a very strong contraction.

Ben brought Abby to the house and he let her into Mariah’s room. Abby rushed to Mariah and exclaimed she was in labor. At first, Mariah thought Abby was in her imagination, since she’d dreamed of so many people coming to rescue her, like Tessa. Abby assured Mariah that she was really there. Mariah was relieved to be found, and she said they had to get to the hospital. Abby said it was okay – she brought a – she turned to the door, but Ben was gone. Devon and Rey showed up. Nobody mentioned Ben’s name, but Devon and Rey learned that he was the one who brought Abby here. Devon stayed with Mariah and Abby while Rey left to search the area.

Abby tried to help Mariah to the car, but she had another contraction, and she said she wasn’t going to make it to the hospital. Devon sat with Mariah, while Abby prepared to deliver her son. Mariah worried that the EMTs wouldn’t make it in time, and Abby said she’d watched lots of videos, so she knew how to help Mariah. Devon video called Nate and set up the phone so Nate could see Mariah and guide them through the labor. Mariah wished Nate was really there. He said he’d see her and the baby as soon as the EMTs brought them to the hospital. Abby said Mariah’s body knew what to do. Mariah had a contraction, and Nate showed Devon a breathing technique to do with her. Devon helped Mariah, and he told her she was amazing. Abby said that Mariah was her best friend, cheerleader and the baby’s fierce protector. She’d be forever grateful.

Everyone encouraged Mariah as she pushed, and Abby was amazed when she saw the baby’s head. Nate told Mariah to do one more big push, and when she did, the baby was born. Devon joined Abby at the end of the bed, and they admired the baby. Mariah asked how he looked, and Abby said he was perfect. Mariah asked Nate why the baby wasn’t crying. Nate explained how to to clear his airway. Once Abby did that, the baby wailed. Devon picked him up and held him to his chest, and he immediately settled down. Mariah said Devon had the magic touch. They heard the ambulance. Abby went to Mariah and held her hand. Devon joined them.

Rey called Sharon with the news, although he was under the impression that Mariah was going to give birth at Memorial. Sharon passed this along to Tessa. Tessa was ready to go to the hospital right now, but Sharon said to wait because she had to call Victor.

Sharon called Victor and let him know Mariah and Abby were found. He asked about the baby. “I hope you’re ready to be a grandfather again,” she said. He smiled.

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Mariah was in labor, and she was frantic because the contractions were getting stronger. She spoke directly into the camera and implored her captor to save the baby. She urged the baby to relax, then she talked to him about their situation. When this all started, she was just trying to help Abby and Chance. She chuckled about the morning sickness and admitted the baby made her life really difficult for a little while. She’d worried her entire pregnancy would be like that, but after she got locked up, she started to see things really differently. She said he kept her sane, and she hoped she’d done the same for him. She told him he was loved, and that wasn’t a term she threw around lightly. She didn’t grow up with a lot of love, so she was pretty bad at it back then, and even now there were only a handful of people she truly loved. The baby was one of them. She promised he’d be fine, because she protected the people she loved. Mariah wished the baby would stay inside, but she understood if he didn’t want to. She accepted that today would be his birthday, and she said they had to prepare. She sang a line from Tessa’s song to the baby, as she gathered towels, then she broke down sobbing about how much she missed Tessa. She felt lightheaded and needed to sit, and she told herself she couldn’t pass out, because Bowie needed her. Later, Mariah paced around talking to Bowie, and she was hit by a contraction so strong that it brought her to her knees.

Devon was with Denise at his place. She hadn’t found anything new about Mariah. Devon told Denise about Ben seeing an old man buying prenatal bars and using a piece of paper that was just like some paper Mariah had. Devon said the tip may lead to something, but he didn’t think it’d lead to some random old man. He said Ben randomly returned and kept finding reasons to spend time with Abby and bring up romantic moments from their past. Denise thought the part about Ben pretending he got a job at the hospital was a big red flag. Devon wanted to trust him, but things weren’t adding up. Denise had learned not to ignore gut feelings. She said they’d investigate Ben.

Victor visited Abby at the Chancellor house. He assured her that his security team would get to the bottom of this. They were working with the police department. Abby was a little shaken up. She said Devon thought it could be possible that Ben had something to do with Mariah’s disappearance. Abby didn’t know what to believe. She said Ben had been a godsend, but there had been a couple times when she sensed he was trying to rekindle what they once had. Victor recalled Ben telling him that he was very concerned about Abby being alone. It made Victor feel compelled to say that Abby was happily married. Abby noted that Ben returned right before Mariah went missing. She said she used to be married to Ben and love him, but could he have something to do with Mariah’s disappearance? Abby hated thinking about Ben this way. Victor said, as a parent, Abby had to consider all possibilities when it came to the security of her child, and she couldn’t worry about people’s feelings. They wondered what Ben’s motive could be. Abby didn’t think it was about money, unless Max’s condition sent Ben into debt, but there wasn’t a ransom demand. She said that if Ben needed money, he could’ve asked her, and she would’ve given it to him, regardless of what Max did to her.

Victor suggested Ben was vengeful because Abby left him. Abby said she’d spent a lot of time with him, and she would’ve picked up on that. Victor asked how much time, and Abby said, total, a few hours. She was horrified to think that Mariah may have been locked up alone and terrified all that time that Ben was with Abby. Devon came over, and they all agreed to move forward with investigating Ben. Abby wasn’t sure that they should confront Ben directly, like Victor wanted to. Devon agreed with Victor, since they needed answers fast. He said if Ben was innocent, he’d understand why they had to ask. Devon said Ben was staying at the Grand Phoenix, and Abby was ready to go, but Victor and Devon didn’t want her to come. They thought Ben would be more honest if Abby wasn’t there. Victor promised to tell Abby everything that happened. He asked her to be careful, then he and Devon left. Abby promptly texted Ben and asked him to come over. Ben was at Society when he got the text. He paid his bill and left.

Ben arrived at Abby’s place and she told him she felt better when was around. She hugged him. Abby said Devon and Victor were here earlier, and they wanted to help, but there was nothing they could do. The longer this went on, the more scared Abby got. Ben urged Abby to believe it would be okay. Abby said Tessa could sense something was wrong with Mariah, and Abby could feel her baby crying for her, and it pierced her heart. She didn’t know where he was or if Mariah could take care of him or if he and Mariah had enough food. She sobbed that she would give up everything she had if she could get them back. She said she was all alone, and Chance wasn’t here. Ben pulled Abby into a hug and said he was here. He asked her to just tell him what to do. Abby said that even after all these years, there was still something between them. She asked if he came here to be with her and if there was never a job at the hospital. She said his return was such a blessing, and she wanted to be his sounding board too. “You can tell me anything, anything and I won’t get angry,” she promised. She said she knew him, and she could see the guilt in his eyes. She suggested he felt bad for what happened when they were married. She told him what happened with Max wasn’t his fault. He tearfully said that, as a doctor, he should’ve known what his son was capable of. Abby said it wasn’t his fault they lost the baby. She said he could understand what she was going through, because she was about to lose another baby. He said he wouldn’t let that happen. “I admit -” he said. She urged him to go on and asked what he admitted. “I came back here for you,” he said. His life had been so hard since he left, and he’d needed to make things right. He was hoping for some kind of redemption. It was crazy, but he truly believed she was the only one who could put him back on course. He said she could make things right. She said they could make things right for each other. “All is forgiven. Just please please tell me where they are,” she cried.

Devon and Victor went to The Grand Phoenix, and Devon got a call from his PI. She informed him that Ben was lying about having a job at the hospital in Iowa City. He’d been fired months ago.

At Crimson Lights, Kevin found Ben on the convenience store convenience footage, but there was no old man in the store. Rey suggested the customer hadn’t come in yet. The video suddenly cut off for a minute and a half. Rey asked if someone altered it. Kevin said he’d have to do a deeper analysis back at the station to find out. They continued to watch the video, and they did see an older guy, but Ben left the store before the other man purchased anything. Kevin suggested that Ben went to that store a lot, and he got his days mixed up. Rey wondered if Ben made the whole thing up. Kevin protested that Ben was a stand up guy and a doctor, but Rey said some doctors were criminals. Kevin asked why Ben would suggest looking at evidence that could be easily disproven and why he’d edit the video. Rey theorized that Ben was sending them on a wild goose chase to distract them from what was really going on. Kevin received word from the IT guys that they got through the encryption on Mariah’s phone, and they had a location.

Rey went to The Grand Phoenix and ran into Devon and Victor in the lobby. Rey asked if Victor’s security team also tracked Mariah’s phone to this hotel. The police tracker Rey wasn’t able to pinpoint a specific location, like a room or a floor. They agreed that they should check Ben’s room first. After entering the suite, Devon called Mariah’s phone, and they heard it ringing in Ben’s duffel bag.

Sharon and Tessa were at the park. Sharon was near tears, because being in Mariah’s room with all her things had been a little overwhelming. Tessa felt overwhelmed too. Sharon was trying to be optimistic, but it wasn’t easy. Tessa thought they should keep trying to send positive energy Mariah’s way and visualize her coming back to them healthy, safe and strong. Tessa told Sharon how she and Mariah had spiritually connected one night and been able to communicate their feelings with each other. Tessa said she didn’t have money like Devon to hire investigators or the power of two prominent families like Abby, so she felt like she was sitting on the sidelines. All she could do was use her love to send Mariah strength and comfort. Tessa said Sharon could do it too. Sharon asked how. Tessa thought they should remember special moments with Mariah to let her know they loved her. Sharon wasn’t sure she had as much faith in this psychic connection as Tessa, but she wanted to try. Tessa said to concentrate on a memory. Sharon recalled the first time Mariah called her mom. Tessa thought about the time Mariah showed up to her concert and made a public apology. Tessa said Mariah never gave up on her, even when Tessa pushed her away. Unfortunately, Sharon and Mariah missed out on a lot of important moments until they reunited. It took a lot for Sharon to convince Mariah that was loved, and Sharon hoped Mariah could feel that love now.

Tessa thought it was a miracle she and Mariah were together after all the mistakes they made. Sharon said that was all in the past. She was happy Tessa was part of Mariah’s life. Tessa was still ashamed of some of the things she’d done. Sharon said Tessa grew past that. Tessa said Mariah helped her. Sharon thought Tessa and Mariah evolved together. Tessa said that Mariah taught her so much about love, trust and forgiveness, but she’d never forgive the person who had Mariah, and she hoped they got what was coming to them. Sharon asked Tessa to join her in prayer. Sharon prayed Mariah and the baby would be found safely. Tessa promised that she’d spend the rest of her life making sure Mariah was safe, loved and happy.

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Just as Mariah was trying to convince herself that the pain she felt was a pulled muscle and not a contraction, another one hit. She reminded herself about Braxton Hicks, practice contractions, and she said that’s what this had better be, because it was way too soon for Bowie to make is grand entrance. Mariah was drenched in sweat as she panted through the contractions. She uncovered the camera and begged her captor to get her to a doctor. “Why would you do this to a woman and her unborn child?,” she yelled.

At the Chancellor house, Abby, Sharon, Devon, Tessa and Ben waited for Rey to call and let them know if the lead from the convenience store panned out. Abby wanted Sharon to call Rey, but Sharon explained that Rey had to run things by Paul first, and it’d take time to get permission to view private video footage. Abby said they were lucky Ben saw the guy. Devon asked where the convenience store was, and Ben answered. Devon recalled Ben saying he was staying at the GCAC before he left for Iowa. Devon asked what Ben was doing in the part of town where the convenience store was located. Ben admitted the market was out of his way, and he’d never been there before. He said after he and Abby went to look at an apartment for him, they went to the park, and after she left, he visited that pond they used to go to. By the time he left, it was late, so he stopped at the convenience store for snacks. Devon questioned Ben happening to be at the store at the exact same time as the person of interest. Ben said the guy came in after he did. Devon said that was pretty lucky, but Ben said not lucky enough, since it took him so long to put things together. Tessa was glad they had a lead now. Abby said, thanks to Ben, Rey was finally on the path that could bring them to Mariah.

Tessa felt restless, so she went to the kitchen, and Sharon joined her. Devon needed to make some calls, so Abby told him he could go to the study. Now Abby and Ben were alone. He hoped he didn’t make her uncomfortable when he mentioned taking the sentimental detour by their pond. It ddin’t make her upset. She used to love going to that pond. He hoped she took her son there one day. He quickly apologized, but she said it was okay and that she would take her baby there. He promised she’d be able to make all kinds of incredible memories with her boy. She said that was what she needed to hear. He said it meant so much to him reconnecting like this. She felt the same way. He had to go check in with Max’s care team, and he asked if she’d be okay. She said she’d be fine, and she went to the kitchen. Devon returned, and Ben him to call if Abby needed Ben. Devon said okay, and Ben left. Devon looked suspicious.

Later, Rey arrived and told everyone still at the house that he was waiting on a warrant for the convenience store footage. The wait was excruciating for Tessa. Rey said the good news was Paul gave him permission to set up surveillance at the store, in case this guy returned. They were also pulling all the traffic camera footage in the area so they could track this person to where they went after they left the store. He wanted to tell them this in person, but he had to get back to work. He promised he wouldn’t give up until Mariah was found.

At Society, Gloria met with Lauren and admitted that she got a bit aggressive at their meeting the other day, due to her enthusiasm getting the best of her. Kevin and Chloe arrived, and Gloria told them this was a business meeting. Chloe assured Gloria that they’d reserved a table of their own, and they walked away to a spot where they couldn’t help but overhear Lauren and Gloria. Lauren was willing to hear Gloria out. Gloria had studied the market, and she promised to anticipate trends and beat other companies. She swore she wouldn’t be reckless. She wanted to carry forward the work Summer and Sally started. Lauren asked if Gloria understood the target demo. Gloria did her research – young women wanted socially conscious environmentally friendly clothes. Lauren acknowledged that Gloria did her homework. Lauren asked if Gloria could pinpoint places to improve JCV. Gloria wanted to find a fashion forward designer who could improve their jewelry, because some young women might not be able to afford the whole line, but they could buy a necklace to make their outfit pop. Lauren said that was a good idea, and she mentioned that a lot of candidates were tripped up by the question. She gave Gloria the job on a trial basis. A grateful Gloria headed back to the office to dive back in.

Meanwhile, at their own table, Kevin told Chloe that according to Michael, Gloria wanted to be the head of JCV. Chloe realized that explained the way Gloria questioned Sally the other day. Kevin was waiting for an update on Mariah. Chloe was sure his friend could handle whatever happened to her. Lauren came over to tell Kevin and Chloe the news, but they already overheard. She asked if they thought she was crazy. Chloe thought it was a great idea. Kevin hoped Gloria didn’t drive Lauren crazy. Lauren said that’s why it was interim. It would take her some time to commit, after Sally. She wished Chloe had considered that before hiring her. Chloe wanted to agree to disagree. She went into this with her eyes wide open. She said they’d all made mistakes. Lauren said this went way beyond an error in judgment. Chloe said Chelsea was a grifter, and Chloe went off the rails after she lost her daughter. She sensed a kindred spirit in Sally, and she thought she deserved the chance to move her life forward. Lauren agreed with that in principle, but she didn’t think Sally was going to change.

Lauren left. Kevin asked if Chloe was having doubts about Sally. Chloe was having doubts about a lot of people, including herself. She wondered what she was thinking believing she could stop Sally from going to the dark side. She brought up the situation with Chelsea – she loved Chelsea, but… She decided not to even get started on Adam. She wondered why she thought she, Chelsea and Adam could be the combined positive forces in Sally’s life. She thought about their rap sheets combined and said they were the legion of doom. He thought Adam was a super villain, but he didn’t think she gave herself enough credit. Kevin noted that he and Chloe had a colorful history, but they’d become upstanding citizens. He thought most people, besides Adam, were capable of change, and he advised her to keep thinking positive about Sally. Chloe mentioned that Sally said she was trying to forget seeking revenge on Phyllis and she was putting all her energy into her work. Chloe believed her. Kevin found out there was a lead on Mariah, so he left.

Back at the Chancellor house, Sharon said they might be getting closer to finding Mariah, but she still seemed so far away. Sharon asked if she could go up to Tessa and Mariah’s room so she could feel closer to her daughter. Tessa thought that was a wonderful idea, and they went upstairs.

Devon asked what Abby thought of Ben’s story about the man at the convenience station. Abby was caught off guard when she realized Devon was casting doubt on Ben’s statement. She asked why Ben would make something like that up. He wasn’t saying Ben was lying. Devon didn’t want to stress Abby, but he was suspicious, and he was telling her this because he cared. He thought they could all agree Ben’s story was pretty coincidental. He also thought it was a bit odd that Ben showed up out of the blue at this point in Abby’s life. He noted that Ben kept delaying his departure and showing up to see Abby, then he came back to town without having a job lined up. He thought Ben was going out of his way to be a shoulder for Abby to lean on while her husband was out of town. He couldn’t help but wonder if Ben was trying to get close to Abby or rekindle what they once had by taking advantage of the pain and fear she was feeling. Abby looked deep in thought.

Kevin and Rey met at Crimson Lights to go over the surveillance footage from the store. Rey said that Ben gave them a time frame to look through. Kevin said they just had to find Ben on the footage, then they could track him through the store, and that would lead them to the man they were after.

At the Abbott house, Jack told Phyllis that Summer loved her gift. She asked how Summer and Kyle were doing and how things were going with Harrison. Jack said it appeared that their kids were fantastic. He’d worked out the logistics with Kyle to do his job remotely, and Summer seemed to be shining at Marchetti. Phyllis claimed that she was happy, but Jack didn’t think she sounded like it. Phyllis swore she was thrilled, but she wanted Summer, Kyle and Harrison in Genoa City. She believed he felt the same way, and she asked why he couldn’t just admit this was a loss for him too. He said it wasn’t a loss – Kyle and Harrison were hours away by plane. She said it wasn’t the same. He confessed that this was a lot harder than he’d admitted, but he said they weren’t going to wallow. She moaned that she wanted mutual wallowing, but he said no.

Jack took Phyllis to the park and said to soak up the sun without focusing on the fact that they weren’t with their kids. She suggested Jabot buy Marchetti and move the offices to Genoa City. They laughed. She said it was nice to see him laugh, and he replied that it was nice to laugh. Sally walked up and mentioned that Jack and Phyllis were joined at the hip lately. Phyllis said they were friends – a friend was someone who you cared about and could trust. She was sure that was a foreign concept to Sally. Sally scoffed at the idea of Phyllis being trustworthy. Jack told Sally it was nice to see her, and he asked her to keep walking, so she did. Phyllis apologized. Jack wished they could rise above and be civil. He asked if she thought she could do that. She said she’d try not to let Sally get to her, and he decided that was good enough for now. She offered to buy him an iced coffee, and he accepted.

Victor told Nick that he was investigating what happened with Mariah. Nick appreciated that – Sharon was worried sick.

Ashland was at home on the phone. Victoria walked in and overheard him wrapping up the call. He said he wasn’t surprised, as he’d expected this to happen at some point. Victoria asked what happened. Ashland said that a man who used to work at his first news station called to say that people had been contacting him to get information on Ashland. Victoria figured Billy was behind it. Ashland was thinking Newman Media might be doing some digging too. Victoria was sure Adam would do that to grab headlines. She added that Victor might be involved too. She noted that he was taking it in stride. He was used to people digging into his life, but he wanted her to hear things about his life from him. He sat her down and said years ago, when he was starting out, he worked for an older woman who mentored him in the media world. Her husband owned two news stations, and when he died, she took over. Years later, when she died, Ashland bought the stations from her and that’s how his empire started. Victoria appreciated hearing the truth from Ashland.

Back at the ranch, Victor had learned the same basic story that Ashland just shared with Victoria. He recounted it to Nikki and Nick, who didn’t think it sounded like a big deal. Victor said that there very few people were left who knew details about the relationship between Ashland and this woman, and those who did know were reluctant to talk. Nick said that it sounded like a non-issue to him – Victor’s PI didn’t have trouble finding this information, so clearly Ashland didn’t go through much trouble to cover it up. Nikki added that it wasn’t a crime to be an ambitious businessman. She thought they should accept that Victoria found a man who didn’t have any skeletons in his closet worth finding. Victor planned to keep investigating, and Nikki said that it was almost like he wanted to find something. She asked if he wanted to destroy Victoria’s marriage.

Victor was happy for Victoria, and he thought Ashland was a good man, but he didn’t want Victoria going into the marriage blindly. He said if they didn’t find anything, they could enjoy the wedding honestly. Nick said Phyllis warned him that this investigation could backfire. He saw the irony in that. His first instinct was to dig into Ashland’s past, then he asked himself what right they had to question Victoria’s choices. Nikki was also against the investigation. She said the worst case scenario was that Ashland died too soon. If Ashland had a dark past, that was then, this was now, and what was important was the man Ashland was today, Nikki saw it.

At their place, Victoria asked if Ashland had a more personal relationship with this woman, and he said no. The woman was lovely, bright and fun to be with, but it was nothing like what he and Victoria had. Victoria wasn’t threatened by something that took place decades ago. She was just interested in the path he took to become the man he was today. He wanted to tell her everything, and he was glad she’d be by his side for the next chapter of his life.

Sally went to Crimson Lights and overheard Nick call Phyllis and leave a message wondering if she wanted to meet for lunch. Sally said Phyllis was where she always was lately, with Jack.

Victoria showed up at the main house when Victor was there alone. She asked if he started an investigation into Ashland’s past. He asked if that would surprise her. She said that Ashland didn’t have anything to hide. Victor hoped that was true. Victoria said she and Victor had gotten to a good place, and she hoped that didn’t have to change. She asked him to leave this alone.

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Nate went to Devon’s hoping to see Moses. Devon said his brother was upstairs, but he was probably taking off soon. Nate just wanted to touch base with his cousin again. He admitted he was a little disappointed Moses wasn’t going into medicine, but it was his life. Nate thought that Devon would be a great mentor to Moses. He said losing Neil was hard on Moses, but he was growing into a young man now, and a lot of that was thanks to Devon. Devon gave Nate and Sofia credit too. Moses came down and overheard Devon suggest inviting Sofia out to visit. Moses didn’t want that because he thought his mom would want to take him back to NY.

 

Moses admitted that he’d been dodging his mom’s calls the past few days because he didn’t want to explain why he stopped pursuing a career in medicine. He said she was so excited about him becoming a doctor, and to her, there was a big difference between being a doctor and being in the entertainment industry. Devon understood that, but the job still required hard work and dedication. He offered to have that conversation with Sofia. He said that Neil wanted him to go into business, not music, but Devon was able to get him to come around. Nate and Devon knew Faith was one of the reasons Moses wanted to stay. Devon said he’d make the call to Sofia, but Moses would have to follow up with her and let her know he was excited about this decision. Nate had to go. Devon and Moses teased him about not being too famous to spend time with the little people anymore. He said he’d be around a lot, but right now he had to go fill a gap that just opened.

Ben was at Abby’s. She told him that Rey and Victor both checked in, but neither had any new leads on Mariah. Ben was concerned for Abby, but she thought they should be focusing on Mariah, because they had no idea what conditions she was in right now, whether she and the baby were getting nutritious food and whether they’d get the help they needed if something went wrong. Ben urged Abby to stay positive. With all the people looking for Mariah, a lead was bound to turn up. Abby just hoped Mariah knew how much Abby cared about her. Ben said of course she did, but Abby worried that Mariah felt abandoned by Abby. When Abby went through her purse for a tissue, she pulled out a Maternity brand protein bar. Ben picked it up, and Abby said that she always kept a few in her purse because Mariah liked them. Ben said he saw Maternity bars before.

Mariah exercised in her room and confided to Bowie that if the door even opened a crack, she was going to bolt. Mariah had a pile of the protein bars Ben recognized. She ate one then got up to do more aerobics. She suddenly grabbed her belly and said “what was that?” She inhaled sharply. To her horror, the sensation happened again, and she realized she might be going into early labor.

At Crimson Lights, Faith surprised Sharon by being excited for school to start in a few weeks. Faith knew she should dread the end of summer vacation, but this year already felt better than the last. Having a friend like Moses in her corner helped. She thought she could deal with the bullies this time, because she felt more mature and safe. Faith noticed something was off with Sharon and asked if she was okay. Sharon assured her daughter that everything was fine. Before Faith left for her meeting with Moses, she asked if Sharon heard from Mariah lately. As Rey walked in, Faith said she knew Mariah was taking some time to herself, but she barely responded to texts. Sharon pretended all was well, and Faith left. Sharon second guessed her decision to keep Faith in the dark about the situation with Mariah. Rey reminded Sharon that she’d decided not to worry Faith without being able to give her something positive, like a reason to believe Mariah would be okay. Abby called and told Sharon and Rey to come over right away.

Back at the Chancellor house, Ben told Tessa, Abby, Sharon and Rey that the last time he was in Genoa City, he saw a guy buying a whole bunch of maternity protein bars. Rey didn’t think that was much of a lead. Abby urged Ben to tell Sharon and Rey what he’d told her. Ben said this guy was an older man who could’ve been buying them for his wife, but Ben didn’t get an “expectant father” vibe from him. Rey asked for a description. Ben said he was average height with gray hair, and he was wearing a button down. Rey said just because this guy was older didn’t mean he wasn’t a father-to-be, or perhaps grandfather-to-be. Tessa thought the same thing. Sharon asked if Ben remembered anything else about that encounter. Ben recalled that the guy had a shopping list written on paper with storks on it. The guy dropped it, and Ben picked it up and handed it back. Tessa looked hopeful and asked if it was yellow, and Ben said he thought so. Tessa gave Mariah a notepad just like that, and Mariah kept it in her purse.

Rey, who now thought this was a promising lead, instructed Ben to dig deep and tell him every little detail he could remember, no matter how insignificant it seemed. Rey also wanted to know the name and location of this store and the time and the date of the encounter. He hoped they’d get lucky and the store had security footage. Sharon said that if this man had Mariah, buying the protein bars she liked was a good sign that he was taking care of her needs on some level. Elated by the lead, Abby called Ben a hero. Devon showed up. Rey made some phone calls to the station about Ben’s information. Sharon thanked Ben. Across the room, Devon said Christine hadn’t gotten in touch with Chance yet, but she was working on it. Abby hoped that Mariah would be home before Chance returned and their precious baby would be safe. Ben looked over at Abby.

Faith and Moses met at the park. She’d made a pop quiz for him, and she asked what they were doing on May 4^th. After some thought, he said they were played chess in her hospital room. She noted that they shared their first kiss recently, and she only kissed people she cared about, and they had to care about her enough to remember important times they shared together. She promised this trip down memory lane would be fun, but he looked nervous and asked what if he wasn’t good at dates and failed. She looked at him, and he sensed they’d be over if he failed. “No pressure right?,” she asked, and he grinned at her.

Moses got all the questions right, but Faith said that all his right answers would be thrown out if he didn’t know this last one. He didn’t think that was fair, but she said she made the rules. She asked what happened August 6^th. He was stumped, though he knew it was a few days after the concert. She said it was the day that he gave her the pressed vinyl copy of the concert. She got up to leave, since he didn’t know the answer. He said he liked her a lot, and he let her set all the rules and he tried not to pressure her, but it was impossible to pretend he was okay with just being friends. He wanted to spend time with her. “It’s what I want, not what I expect,” he said. He said she gave him this feeling all the way back on May 4^th when they were playing chess. Faith thought there was something so special about the vinyl record. It had a note from Kendra and Krista saying she should hold onto Moses. She said the last year went so wrong, but in a way it went right because she was still here and healthy, and he stuck by her through it all. She wanted to spend time with him too. He asked if that meant he passed. Moses thought Faith’s smile meant he got an A+ on her quiz, but she said he missed a question. He said he had a question, and if she got it right, they’d both get As. He asked what happened on August 13^th. That was easy for her – she’d never forget their first kiss. He didn’t think Nick would forget either. Moses suggested that he and Faith go on a real date, and she loved the idea.

Traci and Jack were at the Abbott house. He told her how excited Kyle and Summer were to have Harrison. He respected Ashland for doing what was best for the child, even though it would be hard to have Harrison so far away. Traci knew Jack was putting a positive spin on Harrison’s move, but she could tell he missed him already. He said she was very perceptive, which made her a good writer. She asked him to take a look at the book she was working on, which was a fictional account of Dina’s early days at high society in Paris. She only needed him to look at the first few pages. He said he could do a maximum of five before he had to go back to work. Jack became engrossed in the book, and Traci smiled knowingly as he devoured it. Eventually, she interrupted to ask him to take her to lunch, and he was shocked by how much time had passed. He asked how she knew this book was just what he needed. “I know you. And I thank my lucky stars for that every single day,” she said. They hugged.

At work, Billy asked why he’d try and keep things from Lily when she saw through him better than anyone. She suggested that one day he’d stop trying. He admitted he was trying to find something on Ashland that would make Victoria second guess the marriage, which Billy thought would be a mistake for Victoria, Johnny and Katie. Lily pointed out that Billy assured Victoria that he accepted her engagement. He said that if he didn’t find anything, Victoria would never know he’d investigated Ashland, so no harm, no foul. However, if he did find something, Victoria could be angry, or she could be relieved she and the kids dodged a bullet, in which case she’d be indebted to him forever. Lily scoffed and said to dream on.

Jack and Traci were at Society, and he told her that her book would be a bestseller. He thought her writing captured the spirit of their mother. Billy happened to come up, and Jack told him about the book. Billy wanted to read it, but not now, because he and Lily were having a game night with the kids. Traci stepped away to go chat with an old friend. Jack asked if ChancComm was still pursuing the story on Tara’s arrest. Billy said they couldn’t ignore a story of that magnitude just because it involved their family. He mentioned that they were working on a story that would be a deep dive into Ashland’s background. Jack didn’t think that would end well. Billy didn’t see anything wrong with an investigation. Traci returned, and Jack said their little brother was digging up dirt on Ashland, a man famous for destroying anyone who crossed him. Traci asked why Billy was doing it. Jack was concerned with how this would affect Victoria. Billy hoped to uncover something that would make Victoria second-guess this mistake she was making. Traci asked how Billy would feel if someone was slinging mud at Lily, and he said that was different because Lily was an open book. Jack wondered if this mistake Victoria was about to make was marrying someone with a terminal illness or marrying someone like Ashland. Billy didn’t see why it couldn’t be both.

Jack and Traci went back home, and she noticed that he was back in his mood. She asked if it was Harrison or Billy, and he said a little of both. He knew Harrison was where he belonged though, and he said he was fine. She said she’d tell anyone else to step back and recharge, but Jack was their father’s son, and she knew he wouldn’t do that. Traci said John would’ve thrown himself more deeply into work. Jack said he had his hands full now that his his co-CEO was in Italy. He told her to focus on finishing her fabulous new book, and if she was looking for someone to worry about, Billy was a good choice. He left the room, and she looked concerned.

Nate met Lily in her office. She told him that the numbers for AskMDNow were excellent, and he was a huge hit. He told her that was bittersweet for him. He’d been promoted to chief of surgery at the hospital, and he didn’t have the time to be the face of the site anymore. He was there to help her find a replacement. She was disappointed, but she understood, and she was proud of him for reaching this level of success. She said he’d be hard to replace – he had the good looks and brilliance in one package. He thought he knew someone who had all that and more – Elena. She thought that was an interesting idea. After Nate left, Billy brought Lily lunch and told her that he had work to do. The gleam in his eye told her it had to do with Ashland. A reporter had informed Billy that Ashland was involved with an older woman before he met Tara. There weren’t many details on this relationship except that she’d been very wealthy and Ashland had been in his 20s at the time. Lily said that wasn’t compelling, and it was a little ageist. Billy sensed there was more to it, and he was going to find it.

Elena was at Crimson Lights taking a minute to regroup when Amanda walked over. Noting that Elena looked exhausted and was still in scrubs, Amanda hoped that she wasn’t about to go to the hospital. Elena said her shift was over. She was trying to decompress with chamomile tea because she had to go back to work in less than eight hours. Things had been tough lately, as Elena had been picking up extra shifts. She didn’t know why her name kept ending up at the top of the assignment list. According to Amanda, Nate said the surgeons loved having Elena assist because she had the best bedside manner on the staff. Amanda joked that Elena should become terrible at her job so that no one would request her.

Elena finished her tea, but she said she was still tired and wired. Amanda thought Elena was just worn out. Elena said she had to go upstairs and force herself to sleep. Amanda asked if nobody at the hospital could lighten Elena’s workload. Elena said she was fine, but Amanda was concerned. Elena went upstairs.

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At the main house, Victor told his security guy to gather information on Ashland. He said this was a priority, second only to finding out what happened to Mariah. Nikki walked in and wanted an explanation. After the man left, Nikki warned Victor that digging into Ashland’s past could cause more tension with Victoria. She didn’t understand why he was looking for something nefarious now. He said he liked Ashland and he wasn’t trying to break up the relationship. He just didn’t want there to be any surprises. Victor said that, like him, Ashland was ruthless in business. Nikki thought that facing your mortality affected people. Nikki said Ashland and Victoria loved each other, and if Victor insisted on going through with this investigation, Victoria would feel like he didn’t trust her judgment. He said he was a loving father who didn’t want his daughter to be unhappy, but Nikki said this would make Victoria unhappy. Victor just hoped his investigation didn’t turn up anything shady. Nikki didn’t think it would, since Ashland had been in the public eye for many years. Victor didn’t want Victoria to go into the marriage until she knew everything about Ashland.

Nick bumped into Billy at Crimson Lights. Billy promised to keep his opinions about Victoria’s impending nuptials to himself, but Nick admitted that he thought Billy made some good points. Nick said that if this wasn’t just jealousy on Billy’s part, he wanted to hear Billy’s concerns. Billy said, besides the obvious, that Ashland would probably die, leaving Victoria heartbroken, they didn’t really know anything about Ashland. Nick mentioned that he’d said the same thing to his sister and his parents. Nick commented on the trajectory of the relationship – Ashland got involved with Victoria before his divorce finalized, then he found out he had terminal cancer, then they got engaged. He said something wasn’t right. He added that Victoria had a terrible track record with men, present company included. Billy didn’t take offense. “No, no. take offense, Billy,” Nick replied.

Nick tried to figure out what the rush was – why did Victoria and Ashland have to make it official to spend time together? Billy said that when Nick asked those questions, it was like he was conceding that Billy knew Victoria better than anyone else did, even her own brother. Nick refused to agree that Billy was a Victoria-expert. Nick said he was talking to everyone in Victoria’s life to get a read on some of her actions. He wanted to stay out of her personal business if possible. Billy sensed that Nick wanted to know if he was going to use the resources at ChancComm to go after Ashland. “You want me to do the digging because if it blows up in my face then I’m the one that takes the brunt of it,” Billy said. Nick theorized that Billy was already planning to do this whether Nick encouraged it or not. Nick left.

At their place, Ashland told Victoria that Jack and Harrison arrived safely in Milan. Kyle and Summer were house-hunting in Basiglio for a place with a big yard for Harrison to play in. Victoria said the Newman apartment was lovely, but it wasn’t ideal for a family of three. She mentioned that Harrison would see Ashland during the wedding week. Ashland thought Victoria was sweet to try and arrange that for him. He already missed Harrison. They shifted gears and talked about wedding plans. He wanted the wedding to be perfect fro her. She mentioned she heard him get up last night and start working. He said things were rough when he went to bed, and he couldn’t sleep. He woke up feeling stronger, though. He thought that the healing came from being focused on something outside himself – something with so much meaning for both of them. He announced that everything was ready for the official launch of their conglomerate next month. She was surprised it would be done that soon.

Ashland had a surprise for Victoria. It was a sketch of two identical towers – one was Newman Tower, and the new one next to it would be Locke Tower. He estimated it’d take about three years to build it, and he thought he might even get to see it. She never imagined two buildings. He said it was a symbol that they were twice the company. She said that was quite the premise. He loved the idea of identical towers dominating the skyline for a century to come. She said she thought it was great, though she didn’t sound enthusiastic about it. She added that they’d talk about it later, because she had to meet her mom. She left, and he looked caught off guard by her reaction.

Ashland went to The Grand Phoenix. He told Phyllis he wanted to purchase a gym and spa package, as he’d be coming regularly as part of his treatment regimen. He figured he should do month-to-month at this time. She was willing to accommodate that. He shifted gears and thanked her for exposing Tara’s crimes. Finding out made certain decisions easier for him. Phyllis found it odd that Tara was able to fool Ashland. He said he’d loved Tara once, at least, it was a kind of love, and love made you see things differently.

Ashland said he and Phyllis got off on the wrong foot when he first came to town. He wanted to rectify that since her daughter was raising his little boy. She quipped that they were one big happy family, but he didn’t think they should go too far. He was impressed with the way Summer embraced her role as Harrison’s stepmother. Jack had reported that Summer was wonderful with him. Phyllis said that being a fan of her daughter would get Ashland a long way with her. He asked if she could help him win over her boyfriend. He told her how Nick compared him to Billy Abbott. It rankled him how the men in Victoria’s life treated her like a fragile flower, even though she was one of the strongest smartest, most capable women Ashland ever met. He’d told Nick that Victoria didn’t need to justify her actions to anyone. Phyllis said Nick was protective of his family. She thought Ashland had to concede that the circumstances of this marriage were odd. He asked what he thoughts were, since everyone else was weighing in. she thought true love was hard to find and it should be held onto. He hoped she could help Nick see this was only about two people who’d found the rarest of commodities – true love.

After Ashland left, Nick showed up. Phyllis told him about her talk with Ashland. Nick didn’t see the engagement ending well for Victoria. Phyllis said that it probably wouldn’t end well for Ashland. Nick had a feeling that something wasn’t right. Phyllis asked if he was going to try to talk Victoria out of it. He asked for one good reason why he shouldn’t. She had three – it was none of his business, Victoria was in love, which was hard to find, and Victoria was going to do what she wanted. He asked if she was saying he shouldn’t meddle to prevent someone he cared about from getting hurt. She said he was calling her a hypocrite, but he said he wouldn’t do that. “Sometimes your selective logic never ceases to amaze me,” he said. She told him to do what he wanted, because it didn’t matter to her. She just guaranteed there would be blowback from Victoria, though. He considered staying on the sidelines and letting Billy be the one to torpedo things.

Billy went to work and got on Lily’s laptop. She walked in and asked what he was doing. He claimed he was doing research on the project about romantic breakups in Genoa City. He was making a list of all the marriages and divorces, like Phyllis and Jack. Lily said not to forget Victoria, and Billy said he didn’t. Lily had a feeling Billy was hiding something from her. He admitted she was right. He not only was looking into long term residents, he was also looking into Ashland’s past, because that was another potentially dangerous and doomed relationship in the making. Lily noted that this sort of research was the job of the reporter who’d write the story. “So what are you really doing?,” she asked. She thought he was trying to find something that would make Victoria call off the wedding.

Sally ran into Adam at Society. She was having a bad day, and he offered to listen. Phyllis just sent her a massive bill for extras, like all the times Sally asked housekeeping for extra towels. He smiled at her ranting, but she said no one would be laughing when she paid Phyllis off for ruining her life. Adam thought Sally seemed to be better off. He reminded her that she’d said she found her niche at Newman Media – a place where her talents were appreciated, free from the town’s rampant hypocrisy. He said that maybe she should thank Phyllis, but Sally scoffed. He admitted that his attempts to get even had backfired, and he told her to learn from his experience. He added that payback was never as satisfying as you envisioned. She asked if he was suggesting she become a new and improved version of herself, like he did. He thought the fact that she didn’t leave town said a lot about how strong and determined she was. She suggested it meant she was stupid, but he vehemently disagreed. He encouraged her to channel her resentment into something positive and force her haters to watch her meteoric rise. She asked how that was working out for him. He said it was a lot better than doing things the old way. “Trust me,” he said. She replied that everyone told her that would be a mistake.

At Newman Media, Victor revealed that he knew Adam was trying to poach Locke employees. He said from now on Newman/Locke employees were out of bonds. Adam said he reached out to a select few individuals, and nobody made them come meet with him. Victor made it clear that Adam was not to undermine his sister or endanger the merger. Adam noted that he was in charge of this company, and he made the decisions. “You are an advisor. That’s the role you chose to work with me, your CEO,” Adam said. Adam stated that he’d taken Victor’s warning about Locke Communications group as advice that he could take, or not take. He had no doubt that Lily and Billy would see the same opportunity, and Victor said that was their prerogative. Adam said Locke’s employees were stuck in the middle of a transition, and he was offering solid ground. He said he wasn’t going to miss out on a potential goldmine of talent because Victor didn’t want hurt Victoria’s feelings. “It’s just business, Dad. As you have said a thousand times under similar circumstances,” he stated. Adam said he was doing what he needed to do, just like Victoria. He asked if Victor didn’t think Victoria was up to the task. “You know I do,” Victor said. Adam felt that this was part of business – competing for scarce resources. Adam asked Victor to keep his personal feelings out of it. “You’re my son alright. But I advise you to keep your personal feelings out of it as well,” Victor replied.

While at Society with Nikki, Victoria reported that Ashland’s treatment was going well. Nikki was happy to hear that. She knew all about making the most of the good days. Victoria mentioned that Nick had reserved judgment on her engagement until he got to know Ashland. She’d been hoping for family unity on the subject. “You have to look at this from our point of view,” Nikki said. She said the family was concerned about Victoria marrying someone who could leave her all too soon. Victoria said they were taking this step because they didn’t know how much time they’d have together. She asked why Nick couldn’t just support and respect her decision, the same way Victor did. Nikki looked away. Victoria shifted gears and said they had a wedding to plan.

Sally overheard Victoria talking about the A-list packed wedding she was planning. She was going to ask Summer if she could get Angelina Marchetti to design her wedding dress. Victoria described the gown of her dreams, and Sally secretly typed all the information into her phone. Nikki and Victoria discussed music for the wedding. Victoria wanted a harpist and a string quartet.

Nikki asked what, if any, arrangements they’d need to make for what was soon to be Newman/Locke. Would Ashland need an office and reception area, any special equipment etc. The topic made Victoria’s cheerful mood evaporate. Nikki said she could take care of all that while the couple was on their honeymoon. Victoria said she and Ashland never discussed it. Nikki noticed the shift in Victoria and asked if she was upset. Victoria said it was complicated planning for an uncertain future. She and Ashland were planning for the best but they couldn’t ignore the reality. Victoria thought it was wrong to focus a lot on Ashland’s work life, because she was worried he’d push himself. She didn’t want him to push himself. Nikki said that it might prepare Ashland for the best outcome. Victoria mentioned that the merger would be official in a month. Victoria spent countless hours making sure it would go smoothly. She wanted the same thing for the wedding. She wanted it to be a celebration of her and Ashland as a couple, not as business partners. She wanted to take the work situation by ear.

Sally was sketching something on her tablet in the park when Chloe showed up. Chloe asked about Sally coming into the office. Sally replied that she’d sent Chloe a text saying she was going to work in the park. Chloe ran into Adam at work, and he’d mentioned that he saw Sally earlier, so Chloe was here to check on Sally. Sally said Adam stopped her from making a huge mistake. She brought Chloe up to speed on everything. She said Adam’s advice resonated because he’d been in her position. Chloe knew the feeling of wanting to hurt someone 1,000 times worse than they hurt you. Sally knew Adam wasn’t Chloe’s favorite, but she really felt better after talking to him. She was ready to ignore Phyllis. Chloe said Phyllis liked going to war, so it was probably best for Sally to stay off her radar. Chloe said to trust her, and Sally said a lot of people were asking her to do that lately.

Sally said she got her best ideas outside sometimes, and shes promised to be just as productive as she would be in the office. Chloe asked what Sally was working on. Sally rattled off a list of things, but Chloe sensed there was something else Sally was working on that she was hiding. Sally kept pretending that there wasn’t anything else. Chloe noted that she’d asked Sally to be honest with her. Sally cracked and said she wasn’t going to share this idea until she was further along. She said she was going to convince Victoria to let her design her wedding dress.

Sally said she heard Victoria say precisely what she was looking for in a dress. She predicted Victoria would be blown away when she saw Sally’s sketches. She thought Victoria would feel like Sally read her mind. Sally said that the wedding would be the social event of the decade and it’d put their fashion platform on the map. Chloe admired Sally’s talent and drive, but there was no way Summer’s aunt was going to let Sally anywhere near this. Sally said so many people had written her off, and it only made her more determined to get what she wanted.

Victoria went home and called for Ashland. He wasn’t there. She picked up the sketch of the two towers and stared at it.
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At the Chancellor house, Ben/Stitch told Abby and Tessa that he was sorry to hear about Mariah. He wished he’d been able to come back earlier, but there was an issue with Max. Abby was concerned, and Ben assured her that his son was stabilized now. He asked what Mariah had been saying. Abby and Tessa exchanged glances, and Tessa said they weren’t so sure that Mariah was the one sending the texts. Before he left town, Ben had been told that the texts didn’t sound like Mariah. He asked if they’d gotten more texts that seemed off. Abby stated that Mariah hadn’t used her credit cards or made any calls since she left. Tessa added that they took Ben’s suggestion of using a phone tracking app, but Mariah’s location was blocked. He asked if there was a ransom demand, and Abby said that was the strangest part – whoever was doing this wanted them to think Mariah left of her own accord. Ben didn’t think that made sense. Tessa noted that they inadvertently let the trail go cold because they thought they were respecting Mariah’s privacy. “If this is about time and not money, then why? I mean how long is this gonna go on. And what do we have to do to get Mariah back?,” Abby asked.

Ben suggested that they could find witnesses if they offered a reward. Abby was willing to pay, but she was holding off at Rey’s request. Tessa explained that Rey thought it was best if they let the kidnapper think their plan was working. Abby said it was excruciating – she wanted to text this kidnapper and order them to let Mariah go. Tessa said they couldn’t let the kidnapper know that they’d figured it out. Abby said she had to stay positive. Tessa couldn’t sit around anymore, so she went to go check on Sharon. Ben asked if there was something he could do. Abby said just having him here meant a lot. He asked how much confidence she had in Rey. Abby trusted him – he was a smart detective and Mariah’s stepfather. She said there wasn’t much Rey could do with so little to go on. She was starting to realize they couldn’t just rely on the cops.

Abby and Ben visited Victor at his place. He was shocked when she told him that Mariah had been missing for several weeks. Victor asked why Abby didn’t come to him in the first place. Abby admitted she should’ve. Ben said, in Abby’s defense, the kidnappers made it seem like there was no reason for concern. Victor promised he and his security team would find Mariah and bring her back.

Tessa went to Crimson Lights and told Sharon that Stitch was back in town, and he was with Abby. She said he was trying to be helpful, but they’d either already tried or decided against all his suggestions. Sharon said she had to trust that Rey would find Mariah. Tessa said she should’ve known Mariah wouldn’t just leave without saying goodbye. “If she doesn’t come back –,” Tessa cried. Sharon told Tessa not to even go there. Sharon was adamant that Mariah would come back because of the love Mariah and Tessa shared. Sharon said that love would keep Mariah strong and fighting to come back to them, and she implored Tessa to hold the faith.

Denise, the private investigator, met Devon at his home. She hoped Sutton would finally be held accountable. Devon thought Denise deserved a lot of credit – without her investigation, they never would’ve learned the real reason Sutton went after Amanda’s father. She was glad to do her part, but she’d turned over all her case files to the DA, if that’s what Devon wanted to discuss. He realized she was retired, but he was hoping that once she heard the circumstances, she’d be willing to look into a case for him. He laid out the facts of Mariah’s situation. Devon said that the baby Mariah was carrying was related to just about every powerful family in town. It was the son of Abby Newman Abbott Chancellor, and every family would move heaven and earth to find him. Denise asked why Devon felt like he needed her expertise too. He said there weren’t any leads, and he was impressed with how dedicated she was in Richard Nealon’s case. He noted that she uncovered things that had been cold for 30 years. He was also impressed by how personally she took cases. Denise was heartbroken that Richard never got to meet his children. Devon said there was another child who was in danger of never meeting the parents who were trying so desperately for finding him. Denise asked how Mariah and Abby’s families would feel about Devon taking the initiative and hiring her. He knew there wouldn’t be a problem because he, Mariah and Abby were like family.

Denise said the baby’s connection to so many powerful families added complexity to this case. She recalled that Abby had been a minor celebrity at one time, so she could have an obsessive fan or two. Devon added that Abby’s husband was a federal agent, so someone could be targeting his family, if his cover had been blown. Denise suggested that Mariah changed her mind and decided she couldn’t give the baby up. Devon said they considered that, but they didn’t think so, because Mariah had been excited about being a surrogate. He said that it was Mariah’s idea, and she volunteered to do this. “We actually volunteered together. She’s the carrier and I’m the donor,” he said. There were a lot of people who’d be devastated if anything happened to Mariah or the baby, and he wanted to do everything in his power to make sure that didn’t happen. Denise offered to do whatever she could to help.

Mariah paced around the room and talked to Bowie. She vowed to keep her promise to give Chance and Abby a healthy happy baby. “Hi there, precious little Bowie. I’m so glad that you’re here with me.” She tearfully said he was the only thing keeping her sane in this endless nightmare. She felt Bowie’s elbow jab her, and she wondered if he was hungry. She said there wasn’t a lot she could do about that, since she wasn’t in charge of the nourishment here. She thought they were in similar situations – trapped in a small space, completely dependent on someone else to bring them food, keep them alive, and with no idea of what was going on outside and no way to communicate, though at least he could send messages with his elbow. She was sure their families were so worried about them. This lunatic had her phone. She thought it might be a good sign that whoever this person was wouldn’t let her see them, so she wouldn’t be able to identify them later. Maybe that meant they were planning on letting her and Bowie go.

Tessa went home and sat in the dark living room. “Mariah, I miss you,” she said. Meanwhile, the lights were also out in Mariah’s room. She said she wanted to come home to Tessa. She was sure Tessa must feel that. Back at the Chancellor house, Tessa swore she’d find Mariah, no matter how long it too. Both women wept. Abby and Ben returned. Tessa ran over to them and said Mariah needed them. “She’s terrified. I can feel it,” she said. Tessa figured they thought this was in her head, but she knew what she felt. Abby believed her. She’d been trying to do the same thing with Chance, and she had to believe he could feel it. Abby believed Mariah could feel Tessa’s love and support. Abby said Victor promised to do everything he could to help. Tessa had a nagging feeling they were missing something. Abby said they could go over the texts again, but Tessa said there weren’t any clues in them. She excused herself to go write some music. It helped her think. Ben said this was hitting Tessa pretty hard. Abby said Tessa and Mariah were deeply in love. She didn’t know how anyone could do something so cruel to them. Abby swore she wouldn’t fall apart, because Mariah and the baby needed her.

Devon came to the Chancellor house and let Abby know he hired a PI. Ben came in from the kitchen, and Devon asked if he was going to be starting his job as chief of surgery at Memorial soon. “We’ll see,” Ben replied. Abby was confused because she thought it was a done deal. Devon said that his cousin, Dr. Nate Hastings, got that job. Ben didn’t want to say this before, because Abby was dealing with so much, but Memorial needed someone who could start right away, which he wasn’t able to do because he was with his son, Max. Abby was sorry to hear that, though she was happy for Nate. She didn’t understand why Ben came back if he didn’t get the job, though. He said he’d had a feeling that he needed to see how Abby was doing, and after hearing what was going on, he was glad he did. Devon looked skeptical. Abby told Devon that Ben went with her to talk to Victor. She then told Ben that Devon hired a private investigator. Ben thought it was a shame Chance couldn’t be there. Devon said there was a message on the way to Chance now. Abby would love nothing more than to have her husband with her, but in the meantime, having friends like Devon and Ben meant a lot to her. She turned to Ben and said she’d never forget how he’d been there for her and Mariah during this crisis.

Mariah sobbed because she worried that she wasn’t going to have the beautiful birth experience she’d planned. She told Bowie what it was supposed to have been like. “Tessa’s music was going to be playing in the delivery room.” Abby and Tessa were going to be by her side helping her through the delivery. She realized this psycho might plan to make her give birth in here, alone. She didn’t know if she could do it. What if something went wrong?

Adam ran into Sally at Society and asked if she’d found a place to live. She found something temporary, but she was looking for something more permanent, if he knew of any openings. He guessed that meant she felt optimistic about her new job. She intended to make herself indispensible, but for now, she’d buy him a drink. He thought that might be frowned upon by the HR policy. She noted that, as the boss, he could change the policy, or just suspend it for the night. He thought that kind of thinking may have gotten her in trouble at Fenmore’s. She didn’t think he was a stickler for the rules. She said he was rich, and she had bills to worry about, so he could buy her a drink. He did think she had a bright future at Newman Media, and to show her how confident he was about that, he’d let her buy him a drink.

Sally and Adam had a single malt that he chose. She listed the different flavors she detected, and he was impressed by her palate. She said this was a bit out of her price range, but since he ordered it, she decided to try it too. He thought Abby put it on the menu at their father’s request. Kevin and Chloe showed up and went to a different section of the restaurant. Chloe looked dismayed that Sally didn’t heed her warning about Adam. In spite of Kevin trying to stop her, Chloe went over to the bar and asked if she’d missed the memo on this little meeting. Adam said it wasn’t about business – he was just getting to know their new hire. Adam left. Chloe demanded to know what Sally was doing – why didn’t she listen to the warning about Adam? Sally reminded Chloe that she’d said buttering up the boss was good office politics. Chloe thought that Sally had been flirting with Adam. Sally said she was just being friendly. Chloe contended that Sally was letting her guard down and falling for Adam’s “great guy” routine. Chloe reiterated the message that Adam was not a great guy. Kevin walked over, and Chloe said he was a great guy. She made introductions. Sally pointed out that Chloe said everyone deserved a second chance. Chloe stated that she was talking about people like herself, Sally and Kevin – people with hearts, not the town sociopath. Sally thought that was brutal. Chloe said that her friend Chelsea literally grew up running cons, and she thought she could handle Adam, but he handled her – right into a psych ward. Kevin said Chelsea wasn’t the first – Adam had a gift for driving strong confident people to desperation. Sally asked why Chloe would be willing to work with someone like that. Chloe said that Adam owed her and Chelsea, and they were going to take what they wanted from him and move on, but they weren’t going to trust him or let their guard down.

Kevin and Chloe went back to their seat. He thought they got through to Sally. Chloe hoped so. She really liked Sally. Sally was a risk taker, which paid off in fashion, but caused problems in life. She was afraid Sally would need a little extra adult supervision. She apologized for making their date night about Adam and Sally. He thought about Mariah and wondered if there was someone looking out for her. She said that Rey was following all the possible leads, and he even questioned Adam. Kevin said Rey didn’t think Adam was involved. As warped as Adam was, there was no reason for him to take Abby’s baby or Sharon’s daughter. Chloe said that Adam just saved Faith’s life twice and scored major points with Sharon. It didn’t make sense for him to terrorize her other daughter. She said the only person whose opinion mattered to Adam was Sharon.

Adam entered Crimson Lights and asked if he was too late. Sharon was just closing, but she could get him coffee to go. He wasn’t there for coffee. He was hoping there was news on Mariah. He asked if there was anything he could do to help. She wished there was. She’d gotten his text, and she appreciated his concern. She hoped Rey could figure this out. He said if anyone could find Mariah, it was Rey. It was taking all her energy to keep her emotions and imagination in check, so she was sorry if she was coming off as rude. He said it was fine. He prayed Mariah would be home soon, safe and sound. She thanked him, and he left.

Adam went to the main house and overheard Victor instructing someone to see if Mariah bought a plane or train ticket under a false name. Victor hung up and he asked if Adam heard the news. Adam said Rey came to talk to him earlier. Victor didn’t think this was about ransom. He asked if Adam talked to Sharon. Adam said he did, briefly, and she wasn’t doing well. He said she’d already been through a lot this year, and she was hanging on by a thread. He asked if Victor thought Sharon had a right to be scared. Victor said this situation didn’t look good.

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Mariah sat barefoot on the floor, leaning against the doorway of her makeshift cell. Bowie was active today, and she told him she loved feeling him moving in her belly. She’d accepted that her plan to lure her captor out by covering the camera had failed. She needed to know why someone went through the trouble to keep them here. Later, the dumbwaiter sent down a tray of protein bars and prenatal vitamins. She told Bowie that at least their captor was taking good care of them. The protein bars meant that this was someone who knew her eating habits or had studied them recently. She assumed this had to be about money, like a ransom. She wondered if Sharon or Abby had been contacted. She theorized that this could be about Bowie. As a Chancellor-Newman-Abbott, he was a worth a fortune. She knew Abby would give millions. But if that’s what this was about, why was she still trapped here? She wondered if someone who hated her was trying to punish her. Was she right before when she thought it was someone from the cult? She had an outburst, but then she told herself that she had to stay sane and keep it together for Bowie. “I’m not gonna let anything happen to us. To you.” She promised they’d find their way home.

Tessa went to Crimson Lights after she’d gotten back from her visit with her sister. She’d wanted to meet Crystal face to face and see if anyone had threatened her. She told Sharon and Rey that Crystal was fine, and she had no reason to believe that anyone from their past had taken Mariah. Tessa was happy her sister was okay, but she was even more desperate to find Mariah. Sharon revealed that they’d discovered some disturbing information that she’d decided not to tell Tessa over the phone. Tessa sat down, and Rey explained that Mariah hadn’t made any calls or used her credit cards since she left, which lead him to believe she wasn’t sending the texts. He assured Tessa that he was tracing Mariah’s steps before she disappeared. Tessa started crying as she realized she was right – someone took Mariah.

Tessa blamed herself, but Sharon said it wasn’t her fault. Sharon understood the feeling, though – her daughter needed her, and she didn’t realize it. Rey said Mariah wouldn’t want either of them to blame themselves. Tessa cried that it was too late for that. She knew, deep down, something was wrong from the beginning, when Mariah left without a word or a packed bag. Instead of acting on her fears, Tessa had rationalized things. She said if she’d been more vocal and forced the police to do something, maybe Mariah would be home now. Rey stated that there wasn’t enough information to launch an investigation back then. He was adamant that Tessa did the best she could with the information she had. He promised that he’d find Mariah. Sharon turned to Rey, with a tear-streaked face, and asked what they could do. He said there was something important they could do.

Devon visited Abby at the Chancellor house. She said she was trying not to think that something bad happened to Mariah or the baby. He had some information that he thought might put her in a better state of mind. He reached out to Christine about Chance. The reason Abby hadn’t heard from Chance was because he was laying low due to a development in the case. Abby asked what kind of development. Christine didn’t know that, but she was going to try and inform Chance about the situation with Mariah. Abby felt that Devon crossed the line by reaching out to Chance without even asking her. She didn’t want Chance to worry or feel pressured to come home. Devon suggested that Chance should be brought up to speed so he could make an informed decision. Abby said she couldn’t ask Chance to leave his mission because she missed him. Devon said that Chance and Abby decided to have a child, and now she was being forced to deal with some unsettling things on her own. She said she wasn’t alone – she had Devon, Tessa, Sharon and Rey to support her while they tried to find Mariah. Devon was grateful to be part of Abby’s support system, but he said her husband was the one who should be here with her. Tessa came home, and Sharon joined her.

Tessa and Sharon explained that Rey wanted everyone to keep texting Mariah’s phone and pretending to they thought she was the one responding. It might buy them some more time to keep Mariah safe while the police searched. Sharon said Rey would bring Mariah home, and the person who did this would get what they deserved. Devon had somewhere to be. He said to let him know if there was anything else he could do. Abby walked Devon to the door. He hoped she could forgive him for crossing the line. She said there was nothing to forgive. She appreciated him looking out for her. She wanted her husband to come home, but not until he was completely ready. She knew Chance was making the world a better safer place. Devon said that there were other agents who could do that work, but Chance only had one wife. Either way, he knew Chance was doing all he could to get back to Abby. She agreed. He left. The group discussed reaching out to “Mariah.” The last message they got from Mariah’s phone was the one where she said to stop pressuring her, she’d be home when she was ready and the intervention was making it worse. Sharon felt she should be the first to text, since she was the mother. She wrote a message saying she waited so long to text because she didn’t want to bombard “Mariah” and she was sorry she upset her. Tessa and Abby thought that sounded perfect, so Sharon sent it. Abby decided she should go next and offer some words of support and say she knew Mariah was taking good care of their little boy. Tessa said she’d say that she meant well and she missed Mariah, and she’d be there, arms wide open, when Mariah returned. Tessa tearfully imagined how overjoyed she’d be when she saw Mariah. Tessa hoped the kidnapper would text back. It’d be a sign that they’d successfully tricked the abductor. Abby was frustrated and mad at herself for letting herself think that Mariah chose to disappear. Tessa said not to go there. She was in that place earlier, and nothing good came from it. She said Mariah needed their positive thoughts. Abby agreed

Devon went to Crimson Lights and asked Rey about offering a reward for information on Mariah’s whereabouts. Rey thought that would tip the kidnappers off and possibly put Mariah in more danger. Devon asked how bad Rey thought this situation really was. Rey didn’t think they should think the worst. Devon was trying not to, but they knew how ugly the world could be. He was hoping Rey could give him a reason to be optimistic. Rey thought it was a good sign that the text stream was still ongoing. “Look, to be blunt, if things were over, there would be no reason to keep up a facade,” Rey said. Rey thought this was someone from Mariah’s past – Sharon had mentioned someone named Alice Johnson. He also thought this could be someone who wanted a child, in which case, that person would make sure Mariah stayed healthy and strong. If that was the case, Devon worried about what would happen after Mariah gave birth. Rey said they’d bring Mariah home before they had to find out. Rey had to go back to the station for another case, but he’d keep Devon in the loop. Rey left, and Devon set up a meeting with someone.

“Mariah” sent a group response thanking them for checking in and saying she loved them. Sharon, who was back at Crimson Lights, wondered who this person was and what they wanted. Back at the mansion, Tessa and Abby received the text too. Abby supposed they should be glad the ruse worked. Tessa swore she would do anything to hear from Mariah herself. Ben/Stitch showed up and Abby remarked that he was back in town. She told him Mariah was still missing. They hugged.

Nick ran into Ashland at Society and asked if he was meeting Victoria for dinner. Ashland was there to get takeout. A quiet dinner was appealing after the day he had. Nick heard Ashland let Harrison go live in Milan. Ashland called it the hardest decision he’d ever made, followed by the most difficult moment he’d ever experienced – saying goodbye to his son. Nick admired Ashland’s choice. Ashland said it was right for Harrison, and it helped to have Victoria to come home too. Nick heard about the engagement. Ashland knew things were moving fast, and he expected Nick to have an issue with it. Nick was happy Victoria was happy, but the engagement had some obvious obstacles, and he didn’t want to see her heartbroken. Ashland didn’t know why the Newman men thought Victoria was so fragile, when she was the strongest person he’d ever met, and she didn’t make foolish decisions. Nick agreed that Victoria was tough, but he said she’d made some questionable choices in the past, especially when it came to her love life. “There’s one of them right there,” Nick said when he saw Billy walk in. Ashland asked if Nick was implying he was another one of Victoria’s mistakes. Nick wasn’t trying to be insulting; he just didn’t want Victoria disillusioned or disappointed. Ashland said he wasn’t Billy, and he’d learned it was problematic to compare the present to the past. He said Victoria didn’t have to justify her feelings or actions to anyone. He loved her with everything he had, and he believed she felt the same way. Nick believed that, and he mentioned Victoria said the same thing. Ashland suggested that everyone stop second guessing Victoria or passing judgment on her heart. He felt that the past was in the past. He and Victoria were living in the moment and looking toward the future. He grabbed his takeout and left.

Billy saw Ashland leaving, and he went over to Nick. Billy thought Ashland had looked a little peeved, and he assumed that Ashland and Nick had discussed the engagement. Billy sensed he and Nick were in agreement that this marriage would be a mistake. He’d tried his best to be supportive, but he couldn’t do that anymore. He mentioned how quickly Ashland and Victoria were moving. “Interesting observation coming from Mr. Spontaneity himself,” Nick replied. Billy saw the irony, but he said they were talking about Victoria. He thought she was caught up in the intensity of the relationship instead of making sure it was right for her. Nick brought up Victoria and Billy’s impulsive Jamaican wedding. Billy conceded his hypocrisy, but he also thought he and Nick were on the same page about the engagement. Nick had reservations, but he didn’t think they were coming from the same place as Billy’s. He thought Billy was jealous or that he didn’t want to admit Victoria was capable of moving on from him. Nick said Billy had a great girl, so why wasn’t that enough? Billy was worried about the mother of his children, and he loved her the way Nick loved Sharon. Billy noted that he could bring up Nick’s relationship rap sheet too. Nick said that if Victoria wanted to marry Ashland, there was nothing Nick or Billy could do about it. He just wanted her to be happy. Billy did too, but how happy would Victoria be if Ashland didn’t make it out of this? Billy hoped he was wrong, but he saw a lot of pain in Victoria’s future and possibly Johnny and Katie’s too. Nick knew Victoria would be hurt if Ashland died, but her family would support her. Billy said he and Victoria would always be family because of their kids. Nick told Billy to live his own life and let Victoria do the same. He left.

Ashland got home and found that Victoria had set the table and lit candles. She said he got the food, so she was providing the ambience. She asked if the walk helped after saying goodbye to Harrison. He said not as much as being with her. She showed him the wedding venue, the Newman Palazzo. He said it was gorgeous, like his bride. The doorbell rang, and she told him to send the person away. Ashland ended up letting them in, because it was Billy. Billy saw that Victoria was dressed up and realized he’d interrupted. Victoria thought she and Billy finished their conversation earlier. He said he wanted to talk to Ashland about ChancComm’s article on Tara. Victoria said this story or whatever else Billy was fishing for could wait. She told him to make an appointment with Ashland’s assistant. Billy asked if Ashland had an opinion on that. Ashland agreed with Victoria, and he was enjoying hearing her tell Billy off, no offense. Billy didn’t take any. He told them to have a good evening and left.

Ashland asked Victoria if she thought Billy really came over about the story. She didn’t know. He said their engagement brought out the protective instincts in a lot of people. She was sorry, but he said it spoke highly of her that people in her life cared so much. She thought people had boundary issues, but she’d rather go with his version. She suggested they forget Billy was ever here and go back to thinking about the romantic palazzo. Over wine, Victoria told Ashland that the theme of the wedding would be the history of the palazzo. She figured that he could spend time with Harrison over the wedding week. Tuscany was close to Milan. He said it sounded perfect – once again she was taking care of him. She said she wanted to, because she loved him. They kissed.

At the main house, Nikki said she had a wonderful time with Victoria earlier. Victoria chose a theme for the wedding – the history of the Palazzo. Nikki was surprised when Victoria said she wanted a large splashy wedding. Victor asked if Nikki was surprised or if she disapproved. She didn’t disapprove, she just assumed Victoria would want a small wedding since Ashland was recently divorced and fighting for his life. She announced that Victoria wanted to make a statement, and Victoria even said that the world needed to know she’d met her perfect match. He was a little surprised by it all, but he didn’t blame her for wanting a grand affair after finding love when she least expected it. He thought Ashland was the right man for her. She said Ashland’s treatment might not be successful, so he and Victoria should enjoy this while they could. He told her to help Victoria plan the wedding of her dreams – the sky was the limit. Nick showed up to get their take on Ashland. Victor said he and Nikki were in favor of the union. Nick wished he was too, but he wasn’t. He got an odd feeling from Ashland earlier. Ashland had said something about keeping the past in the past, and it occurred to Nick that they didn’t know anything about Ashland’s history. It was weird, but Nick was with Billy on this. “You bonded with Billy Boy Abbott over this issue?,” Victor asked. Nick said he did his best to downplay his concerns to Billy and discourage him from pursuing his. As long as the kids were okay, this was none of Billy’s business, Nick said. Victor agreed.

Nikki thought they should stay away from the topic of Billy. Everyone agreed. Nick said that he was obviously concerned about Victoria getting involved with someone who had a terminal illness, but what else did they really know about Ashland’s past, besides his reputation for being ruthless. With a glance at Victor, Nikki said people could be ruthless in the boardroom and kind at home. Nick got the feeling that there was another shoe with Ashland that was yet to drop. He worried Victoria was stepping into something that she didn’t have control over. He sort of had a sixth sense that there was more to Ashland than they knew. Victor asked what Nick proposed. Nick wanted Victor to use his resources to dig into Ashland’s past. Victor agreed that they’d dig deep and uncover anything that there was to find, and they’d do it before the wedding.

Billy went back to Society. Victor showed up. “You stay out of my daughter’s life,” he said.

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At the Abbott house, Jack told Harrison about the adventure to Italy that they’d be going on. Harrison was excited becaus he thought they were going to see his mom. Jack gently broke the news that Tara wouldn’t be there, but he promised they’d see her soon. He stated that Daddy Kyle would be there, and Summer found a place where they could get gelato. Harrison asked if he could bring his stuffed fox, Zippy. Jack pulled out a passport that he’d made for Zippy, and he gave it to Harrison.

At Newman Media, Adam took issue with Chloe cc’ing Chelsea into a company memo. Chloe noted that Chelsea was part of her team, but Adam countered that it wasn’t official yet. Chloe thought it was a done deal, though. She reminded Adam that when he offered her the job, he’d promised that her friend would have a safe place to land. ‘Well, semi-safe,” she added. She didn’t think it would be completely safe as long as Adam was still here. He commented on her innate sense of distrust in him, at which she clarified that she’d learned to distrust him after years of experience. He asked where the fashion superstar was. She replied that Sally would be here soon. She noticed he and Sally seemed to hit it off at Crimson Lights. He wanted to get to know the people who worked for him. He liked Sally, but he had an interesting conversation with Phyllis the other day, and she wasn’t a fan. Chloe thought that sounded like a badge of honor. They circled back to the debate on Chelsea. Chloe thought that keeping Chelsea in the loop would only make her more excited about the idea of coming aboard. He thought that was great, but until Chelsea was on payroll, nothing confidential or proprietary was to be included in the emails. Chloe asked Adam if he went home and practiced sounding reasonable. She was waiting for him to crack and reveal his true self. He suggested that this was his true self and those years he acted like a jerk were for her benefit. She forced a smile and left.

Phyllis was at the Grand Phoenix. She texted Jack to come see her when he was free. Sally stormed up to the counter to report that someone broke into her room and stole her stuff. She was confused when Phyllis seemed unfazed about the theft that took place at her hotel. “That’s not necessarily theft,” Phyllis replied. Gesturing to the suitcases stacked in the lobby, Phyllis explained that if someone took off with those, that would be a robbery. Sally was startled to see that the suitcases were hers. “Isn’t it clear to you? You’re being evicted,” Phyllis announced. She’d had her employees pack Sally’s bags. Sally couldn’t believe this. Phyllis noted that this wasn’t the first time she kicked Sally out. Sally insisted that Phyllis couldn’t do this. “Management reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who bugs the hell out of me,” Phyllis replied. She suggested Sally go upstairs and make sure none of belongings were left behind before the key card stopped working. Jack arrived just in time to see Sally rush into the elevator. He asked if there was a problem, and Phyllis said not anymore. Sally returned, threw the key card on the bar and announced that she was no longer a resident of the overpriced, thin walled dump. She saw Jack and asked if there was anyone less suited to the hospitality business than Phyllis. He asked Sally if she could blame Phyllis. “I can, and I do,” she replied. Sally contended that she and Phyllis had a business arrangement. Jack thought Sally must know this was about more than a hotel room. Sally maintained that Phyllis had it in for her since she got to town. Jack stated that Sally could’ve worked hard and rose to the top on merit, but instead, she got greedy, and it cost Summer and Kyle. “What exactly did it cost Summer? She got her dream job because of me,” Sally replied. Jack sighed that Sally didn’t get it. “If you mess with another member of my family, I will not be so calm and forgiving next time,” he warned. Sally felt that Jack was being cruel. She maintained that they could’ve had something special, but Phyllis torpedoed their relationship out of jealousy. She swore she’d never forget what Phyllis did. Phyllis asked if Sally needed help carrying her bags. Sally snapped that she had it. She told Jack that she was sorry things didn’t work out for them. She grabbed her suitcases and, struggling, she maneuvered them out the door.

Phyllis had enjoyed seeing Sally try to leave, but it didn’t change the fact that Summer was staying in Italy. She felt like she’d wasted her time working to expose Sally and Tara. Jack thought Phyllis accomplished something important and helpful. He put a positive spin on it and said that at least Summer was in Italy by choice. He told her to be happy that Summer had opportunities, and like her mother, she knew how to make the most of them. She commented that he always knew what to say to her, and she loved him for that. She admitted he was right, but this was difficult for her. She knew it must be hard for him to lose Harrison and Kyle. Jack kept telling himself that this wasn’t about him. Phyllis quipped that this was always about her. He told her to think of this as a bold new opportunity for Kyle and Summer to start a new life as new parents. He suggested that the experience might spur them to have a child together. He wanted every holiday at the Abbott house to be crowded with grandchildren, noisy and boisterous like it used to be. She thought that sounded amazing, but her smile gave way to tears over Summer’s decision to stay in Italy. She had half a mind to hitch a ride with him to Milan. He invited her along, but she said it would be impossible, due to work. She’d called him over to ask if he’d deliver something to Summer. He was delighted to help. He owed her big time for saving him from making a major mistake with Sally.

Ashland was at the Abbott house with Harrison, who was playing with a toy plane Ashland had just given him. Jack walked in and smiled at his grandson. Ashland asked Harrison to promise to keep in touch with him and to listen to his Daddy Kyle. Ashland assured Harrison that Kyle and Summer loved him. Jack sent Harrison to the sun room, and he asked Ashland if he was okay. Ashland hated to admit it, but he wasn’t. However, he knew things had to be this way. Jack admired the way Ashland handled things just now, given his reputation. Ashland knew he was known to be rash, self serving and downright mean, but he loved Harrison and he always chose to do what was best for him. Jack said they had that in common. “He’s your grandson, but he’s my boy. Blood matters, but it’s not everything,” Ashland said. Sometimes you had to let go of the one you loved. Jack offered Ashland a spot on the jet, so he could take a little more time with his goodbye. Ashland appreciated the generous offer, but the flight from NY wiped him out, and he couldn’t imagine what a flight back and forth to Europe would do. He figured a clean break with Harrison was for the best. Ashland had said his goodbyes, then Harrison would be off to Italy, and that would be that. “This is not the last time you’ll Harrison. I firmly believe that,” Jack said. Jack admired Ashland, and he liked to think that if he were facing what Ashland was, he’d handle it with the same dignity, grace and courage that Ashland had. Ashland said thanks, then he went to the sun room to say goodbye to Harrison.

Phyllis came to Jack’s to drop off the gift for Summer. It was a framed photo of Phyllis holding her infant daughter. Jack got emotional over how tiny and beautiful Summer was. He told Phyllis it was a beautiful photo of her too. Phyllis thought Summer was lucky to have a future father in law who loved her almost as much as Phyllis did. Phyllis worried for Summer, but she thought Summer would be okay. Jack was sure of that. He said Summer had a bright future ahead of her with the love of her life, and that was something you didn’t take for granted.

Michael and Rey were on the Crimson Lights patio discussing Mariah’s case. Rey asked if Ian Ward could be behind the disappearance. While Michael called Ian a sociopath, he added that Ian was in maximum security prison, and his communication with the outside world was strictly monitored. Michael asked how Sharon was holding up, and Rey said she was a wreck. Michael said he kept coming back to the idea that Mariah was just taking some time to herself before the baby was born. Rey thought so too at first, but he said Mariah didn’t pack a bag, her phone was encrypted, and she hadn’t used her credit card or made a single cell phone call. “Mariah is in trouble and she needs our help,” Rey stated. Michael wondered if someone took Mariah because they had it out for Chance, or even Sharon.

Acting on Michael’s suggestion that Mariah’s disappearance was about Sharon, Rey went to Newman Media to question Adam. Rey asked when Adam last had contact with Mariah. Adam said it had been awhile; she was barely on his radar. Rey explained that Mariah had been out of town much longer than expected. “So someone goes missing and your first step is to come question me even though I have no connection to her,” Adam asked. Rey noted that he never said Mariah was missing, bu Adam thought that was the implication. Rey asked again when Adam last saw Mariah. Adam guessed it was right after he donated the kidney to Faith. He still wanted to know why he was being questioned. He assumed Rey wanted to search the office. Rey didn’t want to search, but he felt that Adam was overreacting. He also thought Adam could at least pretend to care about Sharon’s daughter. Adam said he did care, but he still didn’t understand why he was getting questioned. Rey suggested Adam was lashing out at Sharon for not loving him, or maybe Mariah crossed him one too many times, given how much she hated him. Adam accused Rey of grasping at straws. Adam had assumed he and Rey were moving in a better direction after Rey took Chelsea to Minnesota, but he guessed that was incorrect. Adam felt that Rey was dying to pin something on him. “The odds are in my favor that one day I will,” Rey replied. Adam hoped nothing bad happened to Mariah. He also hoped this conversation was over, since had work to do. Rey asked how Chelsea was, and Adam said she seemed fine. Rey was curious how Connor was adjusting, but Adam didn’t have time for casual conversation with Rey. Chloe and Sally walked in, but Adam asked them to come back later.

Chloe and Sally went to Crimson Lights. Sally was curious what was going on with Adam and Det. Rosales. Chloe didn’t know why Rey was there, but whenever she saw Adam with a cop, she assumed he was getting arrested, though that clearly wasn’t the case this time. Chloe wondered why Sally brought her luggage to the office. Sally promised she wasn’t moving in and explained she had to leave her previous residence in a hurry. She wouldn’t miss Phyllis or the hotel, and she was sure her next home would be an upgrade. Chloe assumed it must be hard for Sally to deal with all these setbacks alone. She hoped Sally wasn’t planning to leave. Sally intended to stay; she wasn’t the most popular person in town, but she reasoned that she had as much right to be here as everyone else. Sally wanted to make some people regret ever doubting her.

Gloria and Lauren arrived at Society, and Lauren mentioned that Michael was on his way. Gloria appreciated Lauren taking her out. Lauren liked to take her assistants out a few times a year, so they could take stock of how things were going at the office. Gloria wanted Lauren to buy a bottle of champagne, and Lauren balked because this was a working lunch. Gloria replied that Lauren would need champagne soon, for the good luck toast. Gloria then revealed that this was her last day as Lauren’s assistant. Michael noticed the tension when he arrived. Lauren filled him in. He reminded his mother that she’d begged Lauren for that job. Gloria was grateful for the opportunity, but she had something better lined up. She assumed that she’d get the job as president of JCV.

When Gloria realized that Michael and Lauren didn’t think she should have the job, she called them narrow-minded. Exasperated, Michael asked why Lauren would hand a plum job like that to Gloria. Lauren said it would be quite a jump to go from assistant to running a major fashion division. Gloria countered that Sally did it. Lauren stated that Sally had already been made an executive before that promotion, and she had a lot of recent fashion experience in LA. Gloria said she was a fashion consultant at Jabot, she used to work with Chelsea and Chloe on their line, and she used to be an ‘Extreme Catwalk’ judge. Michael said there was a the little matter of running a business. Gloria said she’d done that several times, successfully. “Like what? Glo-Worm?,” he challenged. Gloria insisted it was a coveted, loved restaurant, but Michael reminded her that it went up in flames. She said that wasn’t her fault. Lauren was about to deny this request, but Gloria interjected to declare that she was talented, hard working, creative, and a natural. Best of all, she wouldn’t spend all her time plotting behind Lauren’s back. “Please. Give me the job. You know I can do it. And I might say you could do worse. But you already have,” Gloria added.

Lauren didn’t think Gloria’s sensibilities were a match for the JCV demographic. Gloria thought that meant she was too old, but Lauren denied saying that. “Of course you’re not. Great way to get yourself sued,” Gloria replied before, assuring Michael that she wasn’t looking for a settlement. She just wanted the opportunity excel. Gloria wanted to implement inclusivity in marketing at JCV – showing all types and all ages. Lauren admitted that was in line with her vision. Gloria felt that she could learn what the young people wanted. Gloria told Lauren to give her some time to show what she had to offer. She thanked them for the meeting, and she left. “What just happened? Did she just accept a job that wasn’t offered? Again?,” Lauren asked. A waiter came by offering champagne, and Lauren ordered a whole bottle.

Michael joked that they had to hope Gloria wasn’t enrolling in high school so she could relate to young people’s fashion needs. Lauren admitted Gloria was entertaining, but Michael said that was hardly the quality Lauren needed in the head of JCV. Lauren said Sally was good at her job, and in time, she would’ve been great. She couldn’t believe she had to fire her. Lauren wished Jack could find someone who was as perfect for him as Michael was for her. Michael that what he and Lauren had was once in a lifetime. She agreed they were one of a kind, but she still hoped everyone could have a big romance.

Gloria ended up at Crimson Lights, where she invited herself to sit at Chloe and Sally’s table. After buttering Sally up, Gloria asked how Sally cultivated her freakish talent for knowing what the young demographic wanted. Sally thought the fact that she was young helped. Chloe said they had to get back to work, but she’d see Gloria this weekend for brunch. Sally and Chloe went to the patio. Sally thought it was nice for Gloria to wish her well. Chloe was sure Gloria had some hidden agenda.

Chloe and Sally went back to Adam’s office. He asked if they knew anything about the luggage by the break room. Sally claimed them, and Adam asked if Phyllis gave her the heave-ho. Sally said yes, but she thought Phyllis did her a favor. She left. Chloe asked what was going on with Rey. Adam brought her up to speed on Mariah. Chloe was surprised and hoped Mariah was okay. Adam figured she’d turn up soon. Chloe left. Adam texted Sharon that Rey told him about Mariah. He asked if there was anything he could do to help.

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Jack and Lauren met at Society, a day earlier than planned. He explained that he rescheduled with her because he was taking Harrison to live with Kyle and Summer tonight. She marveled at how fast things were happening. He guessed that was how it worked with happily-ever-afters. She was sure he must be elated for his son, but heartbroken too. He said Harrison brought so much life and excitement into the house. Letting him go wouldn’t be easy. His son and his grandson would be an ocean away. She understood. He was sure she did – Scott and Fen were out there in the world. She said it was wonderful and terrible – you felt like you’d done your job as a parent when your kids were successful, but the distance… He asked if she had advice. She didn’t know what she’d do without Michael to lean on during birthdays and holidays.

Lauren apologized for encouraging Jack to get involved with Sally after everyone else said she was trouble. He said he let Sally back into his life even after he saw her in action. Lauren couldn’t believe she was duped and that she’d waved off Phyllis’s warnings. Jack said Sally was talented and a great worker, so no one could blame Lauren for giving her the benefit of the doubt. He said it was what Sally did outside the office that became the issue. Lauren thought about how much further Sally could get if she’d stopped sabotaging people. Jack felt it was a real shame. He wondered what the chances were of Sally getting a job of that caliber anytime soon. Lauren and Jack talked business, then she saw that he was wearing his teardrop of love cuff links. He said he had a lot to be hopeful about – he’d have a hand in reuniting Kyle and Harrison. She knew he didn’t believe in the magic of the gemstone, but she believed for him. She said one day soon, he’d have his own happiness.

Nick walked into the hotel and overheard Phyllis ending a call with Summer. Nick felt that Phyllis was calling too often, but Phyllis insisted that Summer wanted to talk to her. She reported that Ashland was allowing Harrison to move to Milan. Nick already heard. He commented that things for Summer and Kyle were falling into place. She said it was because she uncovered what Tara and Sally were doing to their daughter. He thought the technical term for that was meddling, but he respected her stubbornness. She preferred to call that her leadership skills. He said the next few hours would be a tribute to all the things about her that made him crazy. He called it Phyllis Appreciation Day. She loved the idea, but she had a ton of work to do. He said he’d already arranged for the general manager to clear her schedule.

Nick knew Phyllis liked to win, so he’d set something up, but he wasn’t going to let her win – she had to earn it. He lead her out of the hotel. They returned after a trip to the batting cages, and she bragged about how she’d bested him. He pointed out that her pitches were going 30 mph slower than his, but she insisted that was fair, since she had a handicap, and he picked the sport. He decided she was right – she could have all the advantages necessary, since it was her day. They kissed, and he told her that next they were going to get massages.

Up in her suite, Phyllis texted Jack that she heard Harrison was moving, and she was sorry he’d have to say goodbye to his grandson. She asked how he was. Nick walked in wearing a blond wig and calling himself Sven, the masseuse. Phyllis played along. He promised to make every muscle in her body scream out in pleasure. They kissed. After the massage, “Sven” poured champagne. Phyllis asked if she could have her boyfriend back, and Nick pulled off the wig. She asked what drove him to give her this amazing day. He said he loved her. He’d been thinking about Summer and Kyle – Summer had to learn a new language and learn to be a mom. Luckily, she had an incredible role model, Nick said. Nick said Summer was taking on this huge challenge just to be with Kyle, and Kyle moved to Milan just to be with Summer. Nick said there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t give up for Phyllis – not anything. He said all he wanted to do was make her happy. They kissed. Phyllis loved Nick so much, but she told him he didn’t have to do the Sven thing. He thought he did after he gave her a hard time for being overprotective of Jack. She said they worried about their exes, and it was okay as long as she and Nick worried about each other, too. She said this was the end of Phyllis Appreciation Day and the beginning of the Nick Festival. She got onto the massage table and pulled him on top of her.

Jack went home and saw Phyllis’ text. He responded that he was great, even though he looked depressed. He heard giggling coming from upstairs, and he smiled. He yelled out to Harrison that Grandpa was home.

Sally was on her way to the Crimson Lights patio when Nikki blocked her path. Sally attempted to walk around Nikki, but Nikki obstructed her route again. Nikki asked if Sally remembered her. Sally recalled meeting Nikki at the Abbott house on Christmas Eve. She knew Nikki was C.O.O of Newman Enterprises and Victor’s wife. “I am also the grandmother of the woman you ran out of town,” Nikki stated. Sally turned toward the other door, but Nikki followed, vowing to make sure Sally knew what happened when she came after Nikki’s family. Sally blamed Tara for targeting Summer, and she claimed her role in it had been blown out of proportion by Phyllis. Normally, Nikki would be skeptical of Phyllis, but this time, she thought Phyllis’ version was accurate, because many people backed it up, including her son, Nick. Sally said Summer had it all, including her dream job that she never would’ve been considered for without Sally. Nikki countered that if Sally didn’t interfere, Summer would be in Genoa City with her family. Sally was sure that Nikki wouldn’t want Summer to miss out on this opportunity. “You don’t know me at all. Don’t make assumptions about what I want,” Nikki snapped. Sally spoke about Nikki’s business success and assumed she’d be happy that Summer was following in her footsteps. Sally’s smooth talking gave Nikki even more reason to believe what she’d heard about Sally. Sally admitted most of it might be true, but she said that she had nothing against Summer. Nikki didn’t want to hear about Sally coming after anyone else in her family. Sally nodded. Nikki added that Victor wasn’t the only one who knew how to take things into his own hands.

Victoria went to Newman Media and asked to see the man in charge. Adam said that was him, but Victoria said that was their father. Adam clarified that Victor was more like an advisor, and Victoria replied that Adam meant babysitter. Adam said maybe that was Victor’s role with Victoria at Newman Enterprises but things worked differently here. Victoria replied that Victor always let Adam get away with murder. She didn’t think Newman Media was doing a good job promoting their launch – even their biggest board member, Ashland, hadn’t heard a word. Adam said when they did launch, no one would be able to miss it. He asked why she cared – surely she didn’t see them as competition to the behemoth that was Newman-Locke. She called him an underdog with a slingshot. “We all know who won that battle,” he quipped.

Victoria needed to know about dates, because she had an important one lined up. Adam asked if it was her wedding, and wondered if he was actually invited. She wanted to make sure Victor wouldn’t have a conflict. He congratulated her and apologized for jumping to conclusions. He was sure she’d understand why he’d done that though, since she was the last member of their family to see him as a monster. She doubted she was the only Newman who saw him as he really was. She was also surprised he gave so much thought to her and her opinion of him. It made her wonder if he was the one worried about competition. He said he had nothing to fear. She said that between Newman/Locke and ChancComm, his fledgling company didn’t have a prayer. She predicted he’d let Victor down again. Victor walked in and told Victoria that was enough.

Victor told his kids that the hostility ended now. Adam said Victoria was the one who blew in here full of spite and malice, but he was used to it, so he took it in stride. Victoria said she’d have to give a damn about Adam to despise him, and since her life was going so well, she didn’t have the energy to detest him. Adam felt the power Victor gave Victoria went to her head. She contended that she’d earned everything she had, but he argued that she’d been groomed since birth to be an executive at Newman Enterprises. Adam said he built a career before he even knew he was Victor’s son. Victor put a stop to the argument. Adam congratulated Victoria and promised to buy her a wedding gift, since he was sure his invitation would be lost in the mail. Victor said Adam had better get invited. He saw this as a chance to unite the family. Adam said he was doing his part. He wished Victoria a nice day and left. Victor asked what it would take for the two for them to stop arguing.

Victor asked if Victoria came here to provoke her brother. Victoria actually came to say that she and Ashland decided to get married on October 15^th. Victor thought that was soon, but Victoria said that they didn’t know how much time Ashland would have. She was keeping a positive outlook and focusing on the wedding. She said she and Ashland would love to be married at the family palazzo. “In Italy,” Victor noted. Victoria always loved Italy, and Harrison would be living there, since Ashland made the tough decision to let his son go. She assumed he was going to ask why she was getting married when Ashland was making end of life decisions. That wasn’t what Victor wanted to say. He thought a wedding at his Tuscan villa in October sounded perfect.

Victoria thanked her father and said she and Nikki were going to plan the wedding now. He stopped her from leaving and said he didn’t like the way they left things after their talk the other day. She asked if he realized he took it too far when he asked Ashland if he was faking his cancer. He said he wouldn’t do anything to undermine her. He wanted her to be happy. Being a father of a girl who’d inherited a lot of his qualities was a little complicated, and he was still trying to figure out aspects of their dynamic. She understood, because she was still trying to figure out aspects of being his daughter. She’d always love and respect him, even if he infuriated her. He wanted her to go back to the ranch and plan the wedding of her dreams. He told her to make sure she had a long aisle, because he was going to walk her down it, and he was going to cherish every step.

Victoria went to the ranch and told Nikki her plans. Nikki hoped Victoria understood Victor was coming from a place of love. Victoria knew. They’d just had a nice talk. She knew things between her and Victor would always run hot and cold, but she hoped the detente lasted because she had a lot on her plate right now. Nikki asked how Ashland’s treatments were going. Victoria said it was too soon to tell. She hoped it worked, but it was out of her control. She said they should focus on planning the most incredible wedding. Nikki and Victoria settled on white roses and peonies for the wedding. Victoria didn’t have any ideas for music, so Nikki said she’d make a list. Victoria wanted a gigantic wedding with musicians, gorgeous lighting and a five course meal. She wanted this to be a night she’d remember the rest of her life. Nikki was surprised, as she’d assumed Victoria would want something intimate. Victoria wanted a big group that was glamorous and luxurious. She was tired of doing things low key, and she wanted to go all out. “I want the world to know in the most extravagant way that Victoria Newman has finally met her match,” she said.

Sally and Adam collided into each other as they were jogging through the park. She commented on the great first impression she was making on her new boss. He said it was okay – she wasn’t hired on her athletic ability. She wondered if he’d done a background check to find out what her strengths and weaknesses were. He said he’d talked to his friend Jack. Jack wasn’t as willing to weigh in as Adam assumed he’d be. Sally thought that Jack didn’t want to wreck her future. Adam said Phyllis couldn’t say enough, though. Sally said she and Phyllis had a hate-hate relationship. Adam said that summed up nearly all of Phyllis’s entanglements, though most people didn’t put it that bluntly. Sally saw no sense pretending – Phyllis blew up her life and took pleasure in it. Adam thought that was kind of the pot calling the kettle black. Sally admitted she may have done some things that crossed the line, but she never screwed anyone over for good reason. Adam wanted to hear about Sally’s past. Sally figured Adam would hear about it anyway, so she said she’d give him all the lurid details of how she came from JCV to Newman Media. She said if he thought they were too scandalous, he could fire her.

Sally told Adam the whole story, and she was surprised that he wasn’t horrified. She thought Summer was his niece. He said she was, but they weren’t close. Sally thought that was good. “It’s a good thing that Summer and I have a less than great relationship?,” he asked. Sally just meant that all the other Newmans acted like it was a tragedy that Summer left for the job of a lifetime. Nikki just let her have it. Adam said Nikki wasn’t a fan of his either. Adam noted that Sally and Tara got what they wanted for awhile, then they suffered the consequences. Sally said Phyllis broke a lot of rules coming after them, and she got away with it. Adam admitted he had a past of his own he was trying to play down, so he’d judge Sally on her work and nothing else. She said maybe Genoa City wasn’t as filled with as many hypocrites as she thought. He said he wouldn’t go that far. She suggested they do the rest of their run together. He said he was doing a long rough path. She took that as a challenge. “Race you,” she said. She took off, and he ran after her.

Chloe was on Crimson Lights’ patio. She overheard Adam and Sally talking inside. She asked if he regretted letting Chloe hire her. He said he trusted Chloe’s instincts, but he said not to tell Chloe that. Sally promised she wouldn’t. Sally promised to do great things for the fashion platform. Adam asked how Sally was going to set Newman Media apart. She shared her strategy for keeping them on the cutting edge, and he was pleased with it. She promised she wouldn’t let him down. He said it would’ve been easier for her to leave town, but she didn’t. She got the feeling that he also had something to prove. “Don’t we all?,” he asked. Chloe watched intently as Adam and Sally “toasted” to his statement by clinking his cup against her straw. Adam left, and Sally looked up and spotted Chloe.

Sally came out to the patio to explain that she and Adam just ran into each other. She swore she wasn’t trying to score points with the boss. Chloe didn’t mind Sally scoring points with Adam. Sally asked why Chloe looked so concerned then. Chloe said Adam was a sucking vortex of chaos and destruction. Sally thought he seemed friendly. Chloe recommended that Sally read “The Making of a Monster” on ChancComm’s site, or just ask people around town. She was sure everyone would back up what she was saying. Sally said she’d be more careful in the future.

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Ashland was at the Abbott house. He explained to Jack that he and Kyle had been unable to connect by phone. Jack blamed the seven hour time difference. Ashland asked Jack to call Kyle so that Ashland could announce the decision he’d made for Harrison. Jack texted Kyle to video call. Ashland said Tara’s arrest and Kyle leaving the country threw everything into chaos. There was no easy answer, no one way to satisfy everyone. He said they couldn’t look at it as a business deal. It wouldn’t be fair, and neither was life, for that matter. He said this wasn’t about him – a boy’s future and well being were at stake. Kyle called and asked what Ashland decided about Harrison.

Ashland said that when Tara admitted to the affair, he was furious with her and Kyle. But the result was that he learned what kind of woman Tara really was, threatening to take Harrison from Kyle, unless Summer broke up with him. According to Ashland, that was business as usual for Tara. He noted that Summer got her dream job, though. Kyle brought up all Tara and Sally put them through. Jack hoped Ashland didn’t plan to punish Kyle for supporting the woman he loved as she remained at the job that Ashland helped line up for her. Kyle said it didn’t mean he loved Harrison any less. Ashland said he started treatments today, and it could extend his life, or he could be dead in a matter of months. He was more determined to spend the time he had left with Harrison, since, once Ashland was gone, Kyle would have all the time in the world with the boy. Kyle thought he knew where this was going, but Ashland said not to be so sure.

Ashland’s first treatment went well, but the side effects made him feel like crap. He was told it could get much worse. He kept thinking about that day in the park, and the terrified look in Harrison’s eyes when Ashland was short of breath. He couldn’t stand the thought of putting Harrison through that again. Jack said that Harrison could remain at the Abbott house. Kyle nodded along with Jack’s statement. Ashland had considered and rejected that option already. Ashland said that, with Tara gone, Harrison needed a full time parent, and Ashland wasn’t able to fulfill that role at this point, so he felt that Harrison should go live in Milan. Ashland would visit Milan, in between treatments, when he was strong enough, and perhaps Kyle, Ashland and Harrison could meet up in NY, too. Smiling, Kyle said that was an excellent plan. Jack appreciated Ashland for this. Ashland had two stipulations. He wanted Kyle to keep him alive in Harrison’s mind. Ashland planned to video chat and send gifts, but he wanted the freedom to visit anytime his health allowed. Kyle promised he’d do everything he could to keep Ashland a strong presence in Harrison’s life. Secondly, Ashland wanted Tara to be allowed to see Harrison, with strict protocols in place. Kyle asked like what. Ashland said Tara was out on bail, but it could be months before her trial, and she wasn’t allowed to leave NY. When Kyle brought Harrison to NY to see Ashland, Ashland wanted Tara to be able to see her son, strictly supervised. Kyle said he could put his anger aside to do what Harrison asked.

Kyle asked how they were going to handle telling Harrison that Tara had been arrested. Ashland thought they could say Tara was on a long time out because she broke the law and needed to pay for her actions. Jack suggested saying something less harsh. Ashland thought lying now could cause mistrust in the future when Harrison found out the truth. He said Harrison was smart, and when he visited Tara in the future, he’d notice restrictions were being placed on her. Kyle agreed, and Jack said he saw the point now. Kyle promised to be the best father he could to Harrison.

Ashland wanted to be the one to explain the move to Harrison. He didn’t want his son to think Ashland was abandoning him. Kyle was fine with that. Ashland went upstairs to see Harrison. Jack knew that wasn’t easy for Ashland. Kyle was blown away. He’d refused to let himself hope that Ashland could put everything aside and let Harrison go to Milan. Kyle couldn’t wait to see his son. Jack asked how Kyle was feeling about moving to Italy, getting back with Summer and being a full time father. Kyle said it was difficult being away from everyone in Genoa City, plus, as much as Summer enjoyed Harrison, it’d be an adjustment for her. Kyle asked how Jack was feeling. Jack said it was bittersweet. He missed Kyle like crazy. Kyle knew Jack would miss Harrison like crazy too. Jack said he’d cope. He knew this was best for Harrison. Kyle said he and Summer needed a fresh start. He asked Jack to be the one to bring Harrison to Milan. There was nothing Jack would like better.

Ashland came downstairs clutching his chest. Jack walked back into the living room and asked how things went. Ashland said it was harder for him than for Harrison, who took it all in stride. He said some kids viewed change as an adventure – Ashland was like that as a kid, too. It put his mind at ease that Harrison was in the Abbott’s capable hands. Jack recognized what a difficult year Ashland had. He said anything that brought Ashland happiness was a good thing. Ashland said Victoria pulled him out of the gloom and darkness and brought him more joy than he ever thought possible. Jack said he’d known Victoria all her life, and she was a keeper, so Ashland should hold on tight. Ashland intended to.

Billy ran into Victoria at Crimson Lights. He mentioned that he’d just picked the kids up at camp and dropped them off at home. She asked if the kids mentioned anything about her engagement. According to Billy, Katie wanted to be a flower girl, and Johnny wanted the wedding cake to be chocolate. Victoria laughed – she’d been worried about how the kids would take this, and all they cared about was the ceremony. Billy said kids were in their own world. He was sure they’d have more questions, and he and Victoria would handle it together, like they always did. She thanked him. He asked about Ashland’s first treatment. She said it went as expected. She was hopeful that it would give them more time together. He noted that she was going through a lot of changes – a merger, falling in love and planning a wedding all in a short amount of time. She asked if he disapproved of her marrying Ashland. He said he’d already voiced his concerns, and now he was trying his best to be supportive. She said she knew him, so she wanted him to say what was on his mind. He thought, maybe, deep down, she was worried she was making a mistake, and she was using him to voice her fears. She told him not to be absurd – she didn’t have the worries and doubts he’d cooked up in his frenzied imagination. He said he guessed they were both wrong about each other.

Victoria chuckled at her and Billy trying to psychoanalyze each other. He thought they may have found the sweet spot as exes, meaning they had a lot of history, and they’d both moved on, and they were both happy. So maybe, they were able to challenge each other in a way that was healthy. “Nobody knows each other like we do. And I’m hoping that we can keep it real. Say it like it is. Be honest with each other and still be aware that whatever we say to each other is taken in the spirit in which it was meant,” he said. She thought the technical term for that was called being friends. She hoped he was right and that they’d gotten to that place.

Devon visited Lily at her office. She noticed he seemed upset. He said he’d been on his way to Abby’s, but the closer he got, the more frustrated he felt, and he realized he wasn’t in a good head space to visit anyone. So he came here. Devon said Mariah was completely off the radar, and Jack said if she didn’t come back soon, he’d have to find another director of marketing. Lily wondered if Mariah was having second thoughts about becoming a surrogate. Devon thought that could be inferred from her texts. He didn’t think the texts sounded like her though. He felt it was out of character for Mariah to shirk her responsibility like this. Even Rey was involved now. Something didn’t feel right to him. He said Tessa agreed, and she knew Mariah better than anyone. Devon spoke with Sharon before he came, and she told him that someone was scrambling Mariah’s phone signal, and she hadn’t used any of her credit cards or made any phone calls. Lily asked about Abby. Devon said she was doing amazing, given that her husband wasn’t there. He said Abby was doing her best to say positive and understanding about Chance’s job. He said it was clear that this was killing Abby, though. She had to deal with this completely alone. Lily said that Abby had friends and family around, including Devon. She asked if he was having second thoughts.

Devon didn’t regret stepping up for Abby and Chance. He was upset though, because he knew Chance was a good guy, but he’d made a commitment to start a family with Devon’s best friend. Devon felt like Chance was putting his work over his responsibility to his family. Lily hoped Devon hadn’t said a word of this to Abby. He said he didn’t and wouldn’t. He told Lily how Abby had stopped making the videos because she didn’t want Chance to see how upset she was. He thought it was sad that Abby felt like she had to hide part of herself from her husband. Lily said Abby knew what she was getting into when she married him. Devon agreed. He said he was more upset at the situation than he was with Chance, who didn’t even know what was going on with Mariah. Lily decided to be optimistic that Mariah would come home when she was ready. She told Devon to keep being a good friend because the baby would need him. He wished there was more he could do.

Devon bumped into Victoria at Crimson Lights. She mentioned that she’d been so busy with the merger that she hadn’t checked in with Abby in awhile. Devon was sure Abby understood. Victoria asked if there was word on Chance, and Devon said no. She made plans to call her sister. He said he’d just visited Lily, and it reminded him how nice it was to have a sister to talk to. Victoria said Lily had been a lifesaver, taking on a larger role with the kids while Victoria focused on Ashland and his medical issues. He said Lily loved the kids. Victoria said any other woman wouldn’t be so accommodating – it spoke to the kind of woman Lily was.

Billy went to work, and he told Lily he’d talked with Victoria. He stopped himself and asked if she wanted these details. She said she loved hearing him ruminate about his ex. He decided to shut up, but she said she was just kidding. He said he and Victoria had been a bit brutally honest, but it didn’t spiral into something weird. Lily admitted it was asking a lot of her to expect her to always help figure out where things stood with Victoria. Billy understood that, but he thought it was good that he and Victoria were working toward something healthy. Lily thought Billy and Victoria liked having things unresolved between them, because it helped them feed off the competitive vibe. He conceded there might be something to that.

Lily’s statement sparked an idea in Billy. He proposed a series of online essays talking about the insanity or maturity of past relationships. One of their journalists could talk to a slew of celebrities about their current connections to their past lovers. She said it’d been done. He said they could focus on Genoa City then. Ask how people constantly ran into people from their past and still found a way to communicate. He said it was a small town. He added that it could be called The Ghost of Love. He thought she’d be the fantastic person to interview people. She thought this was a decent idea, but this suggestion was one of the best dodges she’d ever seen him pull. She said she really thought that secretly, he and Victoria didn’t want to resolve their issues. He thought Lily might be looking for that conflict because she was afraid of a real commitment. She said she’d done nothing but show how committed she was, so if someone was in denial, it wasn’t her.

Billy said he loved Lily, and there was no one else. He wasn’t in denial about his relationship with Victoria – she was the mother of his kids, and he got to have an opinion on her choices, especially how it effected his kids. Lily asked if Billy expected her to believe this was only about concern for his kids. “Not only, no,” he replied. He’d tried to convince himself that Victoria was doing the right thing by marrying Ashland, but every instinct he had told him otherwise. “Victoria marrying Ashland – it’s a mistake. It’s maybe the biggest mistake Victoria will ever make in her life,” he stated.

Devon went to the park and overheard Jack make sure the jet was ready for a flight to Milan tonight. Jack brought Devon up to speed on Kyle, Summer and Harrison. Jack said that people could say what they would about Ashland’s business tactics, but he truly loved that little boy. Jack and Kyle had expected Ashland to take Harrison to live with him, but to their surprise and delight, he agreed with the Abbotts. Devon said that was a huge sacrifice. Jack stated that Ashland put his own desires aside to do what was best for the boy. Devon thought that this was what being a good parent was about. He wished someone he knew understood that. Jack asked who they were talking about. Devon was thinking about Chance and this never ending mission. Jack added that Mariah was gone too, and he asked if anyone heard from her. Devon said just vague texts. Jack felt bad for Abby. Devon said she was strong, and they were all there for her. They wrapped up the conversation, and Jack left. Devon called someone and requested a favor.

Victoria went home and asked Ashland how things went with the Abbotts. He said it was done. He’d told Harrison he’d be moving to Milan. Harrison had asked if he’d still get to see Ashland. Victoria assumed this was one of the hardest and most selfless things he’d ever had to do. He said it was up there. She’d never respected him more than she did now. He said he had to go with what he knew was best for Harrison and take his ego out of the equation. She thought it said a lot that he was able to do it and with such grace. He said he was looking at his life differently, thanks to her. She wouldn’t let him give her all the credit. She said he was the one doing all the work. He thought she should learn to take a compliment. She said he’d been thrown so many curves that would make others angry and bitter, and he saw it as a learning experience. She’d known a lot of people who thought they could change, but when the chips were down, they couldn’t or wouldn’t, but he’d redefined his life. She loved him for that. Ashland said he’d evolved in ways he didn’t think possible, and whether Victoria chose to acknowledge that or not, it was due to her influence. He looked at his life in such a different way now. He wanted to make the most of every day he had left. She said she’d cheer him on every day. He said that he needed her to do more than that – firstly, help him pick a date for their wedding. He wanted to be past the first round of chemo when it happened, but not so far in case the treatments weren’t successful. She said they would be. He said that would give them one more thing to celebrate.

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Moses and Faith went to the main house to swim. Victor welcomed the teens and told Nikki he’d be back. He had some unfinished business. Moses thanked Nikki for the drinks, though he was sure she had something more important to do. Nikki said she’d been pouring tea and lemonade for Faith her entire life. First, it was imaginary, for Faith and Miss Patsy, but now it was real liquid. Moses asked about Miss Patsy, and Faith tried to change the subject, but Nikki said she was Faith’s first friend, a doll. Faith was embarrassed, but Moses shared that he had a friend like that growing up – Reggie Beggie, a stuffed dinosaur in a football helmet. Faith teased that it wasn’t historically accurate. Nikki shared an anecdote about Miss Patsy, and Faith didn’t think Moses needed those details, but Moses was eager to hear more, so Nikki obliged.

Faith and Moses returned from their swim, and Nikki was eager to resume telling stories about Faith’s childhood. Faith realized she left her phone by the pool, so Moses went to get it. Faith thought Nikki may have scared Moses off with all those stories. Nikki didn’t think so. She wished Neil were here to see Faith and Moses having so much fun together. Faith said not to try and make this more than a friendship. Nikki asked if Faith was sure that was all it was – Moses was so cute. Nikki asked if Faith changed her mind about wanting to take the relationship to a deeper level. Faith admitted she still wanted that. Nikki understood Faith had a hard year right after her mother’s hard year. She assumed Faith was waiting for something bad to happen. She said it was okay to be happy and enjoy her time with Moses. Faith said thanks. Moses returned with the phone and teased that Faith got a text from Miss Patsy.

Ashland was dozing on the couch when Victoria walked in with some food for him. He joked about what an attractive nurse he’d gotten this time, and she told him he made a great patient. He said that her shift was over – it was time for her to make sure their merged company was ready to take on the world, and it was time for him to do what was best for his son. He felt their company needed hands-on leadership, not delegating. She said she could handle his post-treatment nausea while prepping to put their company on the map. He appreciated her devotion, but he could handle this himself. In a light tone, she asked if he was trying to kick her out of her own house, and he said yes. He said it’d help his recuperation to see her all over the business news tomorrow morning. She couldn’t guarantee it’d happen tomorrow, but it would happen soon. She said he was an amusing companion, but very stubborn. He thanked her. She said she’d go to the office on the condition that he called if he needed her. He didn’t think he’d need to, but he promised he would. She knew he was weak physically, but he seemed stronger and more determined. He said that the anti-nausea medication was working, and the hours of doing chemo gave him time to think and plan. She assured him she supported him on Harrison, whatever he decided. She left.

Ashland called Kyle and left a message saying that he didn’t intend to play phone tag over something as important as his son. Decisions needed to be made. Ashland called Jack and left a message that he hadn’t been able to reach Kyle. Victor showed up. Ashland said Victoria wasn’t here. Victor knew – he was here to see Ashland. Ashland had been expecting this. “You don’t mind do you,” Victor asked as he helped himself to some of Ashland’s snack. Ashland told him to enjoy. Ashland knew Victor’s acceptance of the wedding plans went a bit too easy, but he welcomed the chance to discuss things further. Victor said the entire focus had been on what happened to Victoria if Ashland died shortly, and that was a concern to all of them. Victor wanted to know what would happen if Ashland happened to live. Ashland thought it was nice that Victor was thinking optimistically. Ashland said no one here thought he had a future. Victor said they were all vultures. Ashland said they’d come a long way, seeing as Victor was willing to let him die months ago. Victor said he just wanted Ashland to sign the contract – he actually wanted Ashland to live for decades. Ashland said the odds of him living an extra year were slim. Victor asked what would happen if Ashland lived longer. Ashland asked if Victor was worried about Victoria or the company. Victor said he never worried about Victoria. Victor noted that Ashland currently held an advisory role for Newman-Locke, but what if he fully recovered? Wouldn’t he want to expand on that role? Ashland thought Victor’s concern was valid, especially now that Victor’s family business was half the conglomerate. “Could you blame me if sharing control of the company were to cross my mind?,” Ashland asked.

Victor thought it was extraordinary what Victoria accomplished – merging the companies, and he thought she deserved her moment in the sun. Ashland agreed. Victor would hate to hear that Ashland took advantage of the situation. Ashland had no idea how that would even work. He said that he and Victoria made all their decisions together. Victor found it curious that, after the merger of what were arguably the most two powerful companies in the world, Ashland decided to seek treatment for his illness, then marry Victoria, in quick succession. Ashland said his situation didn’t allow for a lot of contemplation. Even in the best of times, he was known for his decisive actions. Victor thought it’d be fortuitous if Ashland recovered, then stepped in as the head of this empire. “Let me get this straight, you’re implying that I faked my illness in an attempt to put together this merger?,” Ashland asked. “I think you’re getting the drift,” Victor replied. Ashland laughed.

Ashland was flattered Victor thought he could be so diabolical and ruthless. Victor noted that Ashland never said this hypothesis was inaccurate. Ashland said that Victor’s instincts let him down this time. Ashland said he really was sick, and he couldn’t even dream up a scheme like this. He said that if the treatment didn’t work, Victor would get his proof. Ashland said that with Victor’s unreadable expression, he could never tell where he stood with him. “Knowing what you know about the situation with Victoria and me and this whole scenario, if I were to collapse on the floor right now, how much time would you wait to call 911?” Ashland asked. Victor smirked and shrugged.

Abby filmed a video diary entry for Chance at the Chancellor house. She told him that Mariah was gone, and Abby didn’t know where she or their baby were. She was so sorry. She felt like she let him down. She didn’t know if their baby was safe. She said she should’ve seen it coming – she was supposed to keep Mariah here to feel protected and cared for, and if she couldn’t do that, what kind of mother would she be. Abby was really hurting, and she was all alone, and two of the most important people in her life were unreachable. She dabbed at her tears. She didn’t understand Mariah’s texts, but she knew what Chance would do in this situation. She knew he’d hold her and reassure her that it wasn’t her fault, even though it partially was. He’d find a strength in her that she didn’t know she had, and she’d find the strength to get through this. She wasn’t going to sit here anymore and wait and worry – she wouldn’t let him or their baby down. She walked out of the house.

Nick and Sharon had a table on the Crimson Lights patio. He said he’d thought he’d earned cool-dad points from Faith for the concert, but then Moses showed up with some VIP stuff from Devon, and Nick went from cool dad to chaperone. He was sure Sharon heard all this from Faith. Distracted, Sharon said she had, though Faith’s version was a bit more pro-Moses. Nick picked up on Sharon’s distraction and asked about it. She told him that Mariah dropped out of contact. Mariah sporadically replied to Sharon’s texts and sent some of her own, but she never revealed where she was, and Sharon was just starting to think something was wrong. He asked if Tessa knew what was going on. Sharon said no one knew where Mariah was.

Nick understood why Mariah needed space – having your own baby was stressful enough, then add on the pressure of the surrogacy, and while Abby was great, she wasn’t low key. Sharon didn’t think Abby was the problem. At first, Sharon agreed with Nick that Mariah needed time to herself, but this whole thing was off. Sharon said yesterday, she, Tessa and Abby sent Mariah personal messages telling her how much they loved her and how much they wanted to help. Mariah replied “Stop pressuring me. I’ll be home when I’m ready. Your intervention is just making it worse. It’s time to back off.” Nick conceded that was harsh, but he said Mariah could be harsh at times. Sharon had considered that, but it still seemed strange. She didn’t want him to tell Faith, because she didn’t want her to worry. He said he wouldn’t. Rey walked in. Nick said let him know if he could do anything. He went into the restaurant.

Rey had struck out on the search for Mariah. He went beyond the app he used before, and used the GCPD’s most advanced technology. He finally got past the signal blocker, but he hit a secondary level of security – a scrambler that moved the signal all over. Sharon thought that sounded like something out of a movie. Rey said you needed a sophisticated understanding of cellular technology to pull this off. It was definitely the work of an expert. Sharon said Mariah definitely was not an expert. Rey agreed, but he said Mariah could’ve gotten someone to do it for her. Sharon noted that Mariah was friends with Kevin, and he’d know how to do it. Rey had already questioned Kevin about it, and it was clear that Kevin was genuinely worried for Mariah. Rey didn’t think Kevin would help Mariah hide from the people who cared about her. Sharon thought that was true – Kevin had a shady past, but he’d always had Mariah’s best interests at heart.

Sharon thought that Tessa might be right – and Mariah could’ve been kidnapped. Rey said not to get ahead of themselves. He asked if anyone had a reason to abduct Mariah. Sharon brought up Ian Ward. Rey remembered Sharon telling him about Ian before – the leader of the cult Mariah grew up in. Sharon said Ian was obsessed with Mariah and wanted to marry her. Rey said he’d check and make sure Ian was still in prison. He asked if this could be connected to the trouble Tessa got into. Sharon didn’t think there was anything left of that crime ring. Rey still wanted all the information Sharon had on them, just to make sure. He said he’d dig into Mariah’s bank account and credit cards. Sharon thought Rey needed a warrant or Paul’s permission. He said it was time to make this investigation official. Sharon had her suspicions for awhile, but hearing Rey say this made her really scared. He said if Mariah was in danger, he’d find her and bring her home. He left, and Sharon’s eyes filled with tears.

Abby came to Crimson Lights and asked Sharon what she thought of Mariah’s last text. Abby didn’t think it even sounded like Mariah. Sharon said it was sometimes hard to interpret tone in a text. She asked what Tessa thought. According to Abby, Tessa thought someone took Mariah. Tessa had gone to see her sister to figure out if Mariah’s disappearance was linked to Crystal’s past. Sharon repeated what Rey said to her. She said if Mariah was in trouble, Rey would find her. Abby said he had to. “Nothing can happen to Mariah and our baby,” Abby added. Abby called Tessa looking for an update and left a message. Rey showed up with the news that there was no activity on Mariah’s bank account or credit cards, and Mariah hadn’t made any calls from her phone, only texts. Abby pointed out that if Mariah was really doing this, she’d have to use her cards pay for the hotel and food. Sharon said Mariah would have to call someone at some point too. Abby said they had to face the facts that something bad happened to Mariah.

Victoria entered Crimson Lights, after Sharon and Abby had gone. Nick said that he’d heard she had news. She told him that she and Ashland were engaged. He made a comment about a whirlwind romance, and she asked if he disapproved. He noted that he never said that. She asked what he was saying. He didn’t think his opinion mattered. He asked if she was happy, and she said she was very happy. She’d be even happier if he’d share in this moment with her. He said he’d love to say how happy he was, but this was happening so fast, and not to be insensitive, but wasn’t Ashland dying? She said Ashland was undergoing a promising type of chemotherapy. “If it were really promising would you two be rushing into a wedding?,” he asked. She said they weren’t rushing. She was just hoping he’d be on board – even Victor was happy for her. “Seriously?,” he asked. She said she and Victor had a great long talk, and he was supportive, which meant the world to her. He was glad Victoria and Victor finally agreed on something. Victoria could tell Nick didn’t approve. He said he just loved her, and he’d reserve judgment until he had a talk with Ashland. She was glad to hear that because she wanted him to get to know Ashland. She thought they’d like each other. She just wanted the whole family to make Ashland feel welcome and accepted. He warned her that he planned to grill Ashland. She said it’d be fun watching Ashland hold his own.

Victoria went home and asked what was going on. “Your father is just wondering if I faked my illness in order to conjure up the merger between Newman and Locke,” Ashland explained to the stunned Victoria. “Dad, how could you?,” she asked. She got ready to tell Victor off, but Ashland said he wasn’t upset. He was sure he’d have the same concerns if he were in Victor’s shoes. Victor said that they had to consider this, given Ashland’s reputation. Ashland said Victor’s intentions were honorable. He wasn’t insulted. He admitted that, as a young man, he may have actually contemplated doing something like this to gain control of a company. He gave his word that his sickness was real, as was his love for Victoria. He offered to share his medical records with Victor. He couldn’t show official documents on his love for Victoria, but he hoped his actions would show it. That was what Victor wanted to hear. He appreciated Ashland clearing up his doubts. Ashland looked over Victor’s shoulder at Victoria, who shook her head no. After Victor left, Victoria ranted about him. She said that the plan Victor laid out was something that Victor would actually do, and he thought other people’s minds worked like that too. According to Victoria, he’d always been that way. Ashland suggested Victoria stop letting Victor upset her and accept that he was never going to change. She asked if she was just supposed to put up with Victor’s behavior for the rest of time. He suggested they go do something to relax, like a walk around the lake. She liked that idea. Jack called, and Ashland told Victoria that he was going to discuss Harrison’s future. She asked what he decided.

Faith and Moses went to the park. She was sorry about her grandma telling embarrassing stories, but he didn’t think it was embarrassing for a little kid to play with dolls. She said she loved hearing about Reggie Beggie. He said she’d have to ask Devon and Lily what he was like when he was younger. He said her grandma meant well and liked that they were friends. She said Nikki thought they were more than friends. Faith admitted she wanted to be more than friends. She felt ready for more. She took his hand, and they kissed. Nick happened to walk up, and he asked what was going on here.

Victor went home and told Nikki that Victoria was upset with him, but Ashland seemed to understand. Nikki wished Victor told her what he was planning to do beforehand. He said he didn’t, because he knew Nikki would’ve told him not to do it. She said he was right. He was very unhappy about his relationship with Victoria – every time he said something, Victoria seemed to get upset. Nikki pointed out that he went behind Victoria’s back and interrogated her fiance. Victor said he did it out of love. He didn’t want Ashland taking advantage of Victoria – guys like him were sharks. He was worried that his relationship with Victoria would never be repaired. Nikki said perhaps the most loving thing Victor could do was step back and let Victoria fly.

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Devon ran into Elena at Crimson Lights. She was exhausted from working two consecutive trips. She guessed she shouldn’t complain – Nate had practically been sleeping at the hospital since his big promotion. Devon didn’t know about a promotion. Elena said that Nate was the new chief of surgery. Devon was confused because Abby’s ex, Ben got that job. Elena figured Devon misunderstood, because Nate got the job; today was his first day, and he was knocking himself out trying to get up to speed with everything. Devon asked Elena if it’d be weird for Nate to be her boss.

Elena never considered that before, and she appeared to be giving it some deep thought after Devon brought it up. Devon thought it’d be okay – Nate and Elena had worked together at the clinic, and their relationship seemed to be on track. Devon was sure that Elena and Nate would be able to figure out how to balance work and personal life.

At the penthouse, Moses congratulated Nate on his promotion. Nate said there would be a lot of changes in his life, and he wouldn’t be as available to him at the hospital or at AskMDNow. He knew Moses was questioning a career in medicine. Moses appreciated what Nate did for him. Nate was happy to talk with Nate and figure out what was best. At first, Moses thought it was just seeing Nate’s allergic reaction that bothered him, but now he thought it was more than that. Moses thought he’d dreamed of being a doctor, but after the opportunity Nate gave him to see the reality of what being a doctor was like, he realized that wasn’t what he wanted to do. Moses felt bad Nate went through all that trouble, but Nate said Moses was 16, and this was what he was supposed to be doing – figuring out what he wanted in life. Moses thought maybe the medicine thing was tied to losing his dad, and maybe the music thing was too. Nate gave Moses his full support no matter what he decided.

Devon came home and congratulated Nate on his promotion that he had to find out from Elena. Moses thought he might be able to do something at Hamilton Winter’s music division. Devon was happy about that idea. He remembered when Neil gave him similar advice about visualizing his goals. Devon told Moses that he’d set up an internship at the studio, but it wasn’t glamorous, it was hard work, though. Nate added that it wasn’t brain surgery, though. Devon and Moses teased Nate about his fame with AskMDNow. Nate and Devon gave Moses a pep talk about finding out what he needed to do in life.

Nate and Elena met at the park. He told her that Moses decided against medicine. Nate was a bit disappointed, because he loved the idea of mentoring his young cousin the way his mom did for him. But he honestly wanted Moses to find a happy fulfilling career, and he supported Moses. Elena got called into the hospital to assist with a surgery, and she sighed about having to go back in. He said he could shift some things around now that he was the boss, but she told him not to even joke about that. She apologized for overreacting. He said he was just kidding – he’d never use his position to change the schedule for her. She knew that, but some people might not take it that way. She didn’t want the slightest appearance of her getting preferential treatment. He promised to treat her like every other subordinate, and he said this wouldn’t be a problem between them because they wouldn’t let it be.

Amanda met Phyllis at the hotel. Phyllis was glad Amanda helped her break down the timeline of when Summer got the job. Amanda didn’t think she did much, but Phyllis gave Amanda credit for helping her uncover Tara and Sally’s scheme. Amanda was glad she could help, but she was sure it was bittersweet since Summer decided to stay in Milan. Phyllis said it didn’t feel like much of a victory. Amanda said that Phyllis saved Summer a lot of heartache, and that was something to celebrate. Amanda thought things were going well for everyone Phyllis cared about. Phyllis said that she knew Sally would be bad for Jack, so she was determined to keep them apart. Amanda thought Jack was lucky to have Phyllis. Phyllis said a lot of people were – she reunited Summer with the love of her life, uncovered Tara’s embezzlement, and she stopped Lauren from going into business with a crook. As an attorney, Amanda advised Phyllis not to tell anyone how she did that. As a friend, Amanda thought it was kick-ass. Phyllis thought Amanda had been kicking ass too, legally speaking. Amanda said she was trying to get justice for her father, Hilary and in some ways, her mother. Naya was Sutton’s first victim – he crushed her spirit decades ago and made her life about him and protecting his image.

Phyllis thought Nick would be mad she was meddling in the Tara/Sally thing, but he’d helped her by talking with Tara’s accountant. Amanda said Nick did it for Summer. She didn’t think Phyllis should see this as a blanket endorsement of meddling. Phyllis said she’d continue to protect people she loved, and Nick would continue to love her, even if it drove him crazy. Amanda thought it was amazing to be loved like that. Amanda shared that Devon was in love with her. Phyllis was so glad she’d talked Amanda out of leaving him. “I’m batting 1000,” Phyllis said. Amanda felt lucky – amazing man, found her family. She felt like this was more than she expected and maybe more than she deserved. Phyllis said she deserved all this.

Nick ran into Jack at the park and asked how he was doing with everything. Jack said he was still processing it. He mentioned he talked with Phyllis about everything. Jack was disappointed Kyle would be so far away, but he was happy Kyle and Summer finally had a chance after all the extremes Sally and Tara went through to keep them apart. Nick knew Jack had been hanging out with Sally again, but he’d heard from Phyllis that Sally and Jack didn’t get too deep this time before everything blew up. Jack admitted he’d found Sally’s fearlessness and willingness to take on the world to be attractive qualities – the same ones that made Sally her own worst enemy. Nick said Phyllis and Sally were a lot alike in that way. Jack said he never got too invested in Sally in no small part because of Phyllis. Nick said he’d told Phyllis to mind her own business. Jack did too, but it was clear now that she was right. He felt he owed Phyllis a debt of gratitude for opening his eyes about Sally. Nick said Phyllis knew Jack well. “Maybe better than anyone,” Jack replied.

Nick went to the hotel, and Phyllis said she told Amanda how amazing he was and how he helped her go after Tara and Sally. He asked if she loved him because he acknowledged when she was right. He said that was one of the reasons. Nick mentioned that he’d talked with Jack, who was grateful to Phyllis. Jack also said Phyllis might know him better than anyone on earth. Phyllis didn’t know what Jack was talking about – his sisters knew him well. Nick said he was just the messenger. Phyllis didn’t think it was a contest – she knew Nick well – very well, and he knew her well. He said he knew some things about her that others didn’t. She shushed him because the employees were in the area. He said to get her mind out of the gutter. He said she seemed like Summer’s most fierce defender, but he’d seen the vulnerability beneath. Phyllis said Summer was her only daughter, so she had Phyllis’s heart, which meant she also had the ability to break it. He said she had him around to help her heal it.

At their home, Victoria helped Ashland prepare for his treatment by making sure he was hydrated and had the ginger candies that the doctor recommended. She promised she’d go with him and keep him company. He said she didn’t need to go – he’d just be sitting in a chair with a needle in his arm. She said to at least let her drop him off and pick him up. He was okay with that as long as it didn’t interfere with the rest of her day. He wanted her to focus on the post-merger-transition and continue with the business of living. She intended to. She said she needed to tell a few people about their engagement.

Billy and Lily were at home, and their phones were blowing up because of the Tara Locke arrest. Billy said that they had a lot of work to do to make sure they covered the story thoroughly. He said this was the best part of the journalism game – tracking down all the facts. She said that his instincts about Tara were spot on. He said this was one time Phyllis’s meddling paid off. Lily thought Tara’s crimes were bad enough, but what was worse was using her own child to push Summer out of town. Billy talked about all the traffic that the Lockes were bringing in to ChancComm’s news platforms – they were the gift that kept giving. Victoria came over for her visit with the kids. Victoria thanked Billy and Lily for being there for the kids. It was a relief that she could count on them. Lily said they were all working together in the best interest of the children. Victoria had news she wanted to share with the kids, but first she wanted to tell Billy and Lily – she and Ashland were engaged.

Billy admitted he didn’t see this coming. Victoria said she didn’t either – Ashland surprised her. Billy approved of the relationship, but he asked if Victoria was sure. Victoria said yes – they loved each other. Lily reminded Billy that he’d said Victoria met her match in Ashland. Victoria said Ashland started treatment today. Billy assumed Victoria convinced him to do that, but Victoria said she and Ashland made this decision together. She had faith this would prolong his life, and she wanted to help him fight this. Lily thought this was very brave – she knew how scary it was to face cancer and your mortality. She hoped the treatment gave Victoria and Ashland the future they were dreaming of. Victoria said thanks. Victoria knew what Billy was thinking, and she said it was okay, and she appreciated that he cared enough to worry.

Victoria told the kids, off screen, then she came downstairs and talked to Billy. She said the kids were receptive. Johnny was a little sad because of Ashland’s illness, but Johnny took this as a sign that he might get better. He’d compared it to a video game where everyone won if they worked together. She said their kids seemed excited about the changes in their parents’ lives. Billy said ChancComm had to cover Tara’s arrest. He hoped he wouldn’t get push back from Ashland. He’d promised not to run stories on Ashland’s illness, but this was different. Victoria said Ashland had no interest in protecting Tara, but he didn’t want Harrison to find out about her arrest. Billy asked if Harrison would be living with Victoria and Ashland. Victoria didn’t know, everything had been moving so quickly, and Kyle’s move to Milan complicated things. Victoria hoped Billy didn’t plan to make Ashland look complicit in Tara’s crime, because if so, he’d have a problem with Victoria and Ashland. Billy thought that Ashland must’ve known what Tara was up and looked the other way. Victoria was positive that Ashland didn’t know anything about it and that this was all Tara. Victoria assumed that Tara was hiding money to create a safety net for herself in case the affair came out. Billy said if that were true, that meant the story was about his nephew’s affair and Harrison.

Jack went to ChancComm and asked Lily if they were going to run a story on Tara’s arrest. She said everyone else was, so why wouldn’t they? Billy came in. Lily knew Jack was worried because Tara was the mother of his grandson, but she was lead out of the Abbott house in handcuffs, and she’d been married to a very powerful man. They couldn’t ignore this story, Lily said. Billy said Lauren was lucky she found out before acquiring the company. Jack didn’t condone what Tara did, but he was concerned about Kyle and Harrison, and they’d become the story. He asked them not to cover this. Lily said the affair was public knowledge. Jack sarcastically thanked Billy for that. Billy said other news outlets ran the story too, and Kyle chose to get involved with public figures. Jack said an affair was one thing, but Harrison was an innocent child with an uncertain future, and he needed to be protected. Billy said other outlets would follow the story. Jack said the other outlets weren’t run by his brother, an Abbott who grew up knowing the importance of family. He asked what their father would say. Billy was taken aback that Jack would bring up John Abbott. Jack was trying to remind Billy who he was and where he came from. Jack stated that Kyle and Harrison had been through enough, and Billy needed to do what was best for his family.

Ashland came home and was feeling happy about his treatment, but then he winced and grabbed his chest and had to sit down. It passed, and he told Victoria that the doctors told him to be prepared for this – it just hit him so suddenly. He didn’t want it to interfere with her day, but she said she’d already planned to work from home. She said she could do her job while taking care of the people she loved who needed her.

Ashland felt rotten, but he didn’t regret the treatment – if he could get more time with her, it was worth it. She was glad he felt that way because she wanted as much time with him as she could get. He said another upside to the treatment was that he had to turn off his phone, and he’d missed three calls with Kyle. Ashland said Kyle’s decision to move made any visitation or shared custody difficult. Victoria suggested calling back, but Ashland wanted to spend some time thinking about what to do and what was best for Harrison.

Devon liked seeing Amanda smiling. They were at his place. She said she had a great morning with Phyllis and now she got alone time with Devon. She said she and Phyllis talked about the men in their lives and how lucky they were. Devon felt that he was the lucky one. Amanda said they were both lucky because they had each other. He felt extra fortunate because his little brother might follow in his footsteps. He liked the idea of mentoring Moses, and he’d always secretly hoped Moses would be part of the family business.

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“You say you’re looking for a friend, well look no further. You were the guiding force who figured out how Sally and Tara were working together to come between Kyle and Summer,” Jack said to Phyllis, who was visiting the Abbott house. He gave her kudos, but she didn’t feel happy. She raised a strong and independent daughter who’d do whatever she wanted and be whatever she wanted. Jack thought those were great qualities, and he asked what the problem was. “She took me up on it,” Phyllis cried. Jack knew how proud Phyllis was of Summer. Phyllis said of course she was. She noted that Summer got everything she wanted. She had a great job, her fiance was by her side, and she had an adorable stepson. Phyllis wished Summer had that here in Genoa City. It was bad enough for Phyllis that her son Daniel was in Savannah, and she never saw him. She uncovered Sally and Tara’s scheme so she could pave the way for Summer’s return, but she didn’t want to come home. No more spur of the moment brunches or shopping trips. Jack suggested Phyllis pretend Summer got the job without any schemes. He assumed she was initially happy that Summer got the job, even thought it would take her out of town. Phyllis said she never allowed herself to be happy because she knew up front something shady was going on. Phyllis reiterated that she did this so Summer would come home, and she wasn’t coming home. Jack asked how Nick felt. Phyllis admitted they weren’t on the same page about this. Jack asked what Nick said. Phyllis declined to tell him because she was sure he’d agree with Nick, and they’d be right, and she’d be wrong.

Phyllis said she came to get support from a friend, not get the third degree. She grumbled that Nick was being terrific about this entire thing – he thought it was wonderful that Summer was in Italy, having the time of her life. “My God, what has gotten into him,” Jack replied. Phyllis tearfully yelled that she didn’t appreciate the sarcasm. She wanted to feel how Nick and Jack did, but she didn’t. She just missed her daughter. Jack was sorry for teasing Phyllis. He loved Summer and Kyle more than words could say, and he couldn’t be happier that they were together, but it came at a price. Phyllis said Jack lost his co-CEO. He enjoyed watching his son grow into a competent strong businessman. She asked about Harrison. He said hopefully Ashland and Kyle would work out a way for Harrison to spend time in Milan, and that was time that Jack would miss with his grandson, and he’d miss watching his son be a father. He said they didn’t have kids to become clones of themselves who stuck by their parents’ side. He said their kids weren’t out of their lives, just out of the country. She said she’d try to stop feeling sorry for herself and be happy for her brilliant daughter, but it was just really hard. She thanked him. She needed a drink, and she said she was buying.

At work, Adam video chatted Chelsea. He told her Connor was becoming a phenom on the field – fast, strong, tough. “Just like his parents,” she replied. She hoped he didn’t think she put up too much of a fight when he wanted to bring Connor home. He assured her he knew how hard it was for her, and he added that she did the right thing in the end. She was thinking of visiting Connor at lacrosse camp, and she suggested Adam come too so they could have family time. He said he’d check his calendar. She said maybe they could make a weekend of it, or take Connor for a sleepover at a hotel. In a guarded tone, he asked where she saw this going. Chelsea apologized. She said she was just excited to give Connor what he missed out on last year when he was away at school. Adam was too. She said if her suggestions made him uncomfortable, they could scale back. He wanted to take it a step at a time. She was just excited about her progress – every day was a chance to take another step forward. If it seemed like was going overboard, it was because she felt ready. He was glad she was positive, but he was worried too much too soon would confuse Connor about where things stood between his parents. “It’s never going back to the way things were, is it?,” she asked. He said too much had changed – they’d always be parents to Connor, but they needed to make their own separate paths forward now. She nodded.

Chloe and Sally hung out on the Crimson Lights patio and talked fashion. They’d clearly hit it off, and Chloe suggested that Sally could be the face of Newman Media’s fashion platform. Sally loved the idea, so Chloe said all they’d have to do was get Lauren to sign off on Sally’s side job. Chloe was sure Lauren wouldn’t mind, since she was family. Chloe started to call Lauren, but Sally stopped her. Chloe asked what the problem was. Sally said Sally was the problem. Chloe asked if this had something to do with what Phyllis said. Sally just got so swept up in the idea of everything, that she thought they could make it work, but they couldn’t. She was sure Chloe would find out the truth eventually, and Lauren would relish in sharing why she fired Sally.

Chloe was surprised Sally didn’t work for JCV anymore, but she was sure whatever Sally did couldn’t be that bad. She wanted to hear the story. Sally took a deep breath, and said this was the tragic tale of the downfall of Sally Spectra. explained that she arrived from LA and learned Summer got Sally’s dream job, while Sally became Lauren’s assistant. She was grateful for the opportunity, but she was overqualified for the job. She bided her time until she learned that she and Tara had goals that aligned. Summer had the job Sally wanted and the man Tara wanted. She reached out to Eric Forrester, and one thing lead to another, and now Summer was the creative director for Angelina Marchetti in Milan. Chloe asked how Sally got Summer to take the job. Sally explained how Tara used Harrison to force Summer to leave. Chloe thought that was extreme. Sally said unfortunately, Phyllis figured it out, and now Summer and Kyle were living happily ever after and Sally was out of a job.

Sally thought Chloe wouldn’t be interested anymore, but Chloe still wanted to work together. Sally asked why. Chloe knew going in that Sally was no saint, though she didn’t realize things got that crazy. Chloe said that her best friend, Chelsea, was trying to turn her life around. “But mainly, I used to be you, more or less,” Chloe admitted. Chloe said things changed, and people changed. She had two gorgeous kids, a man who loved her. “And the man I loathed more than anything on this planet gave me an incredible job with a lot of autonomy,” Chloe said. Chloe asked if they were going to get to work.

Chloe brought Sally to Adam’s office and introduced them. Adam tried to figure out where he’d heard that name before. Sally suggested he’d heard of her great aunt Sally Spectra. Adam actually recognized the name from Jack, a friend of his. Chloe said to call Jack, and he’d give Adam the dirt on Sally. Chloe noted that she had the autonomy to hire whoever she wanted. Adam said it never crossed his mind to call Jack before, but maybe he should. Chloe said if they started holding people to unreasonable standards because of their questionable pasts, Chloe and Adam would be the first ones out the door. He laughed and welcomed Sally to Newman Media.

Chloe and Sally went to Society to celebrate. Sally admitted she’d thought things were going to go south when Adam mentioned Jack, because whatever Lauren had to say about her, they wouldn’t compare to what Jack could say. Chloe was glad Sally was honest with her, because they could start clean slate. Chloe had a good feeling about Sally. Sally said it felt good for someone to believe in her. Chloe knew Sally couldn’t change overnight, but she said not to bring whatever she was getting into into work. Chloe was serious about this new venture, and she knew if Sally crossed the line, Chloe would pay the price with Adam. Chloe said she was ten times meaner than Lauren. Sally said she’d learned her lesson, and she planned to keep her head down and focus on her work. Chloe wanted Sally to be the platform’s on air personality – interview designers at upcoming fashion shows… Sally noticed Jack and Phyllis walk in. They didn’t notice her.

Phyllis finally did see Chloe and Sally laughing and talking, and she griped about Chloe ignoring her warning to stay away from that snake. Jack said it could be business. Phyllis said Sally was unemployed. Adam had told Jack that Newman Media offered Chloe a fashion platform. Phyllis said she wouldn’t put it past Sally to worm her way into Chloe’s life. Jack said to stop staring. Phyllis felt that Sally should’ve slunk out of town with her tail between her legs after Phyllis blew up her scheme. She railed about Sally enjoying herself at the bar while her daughter was thousands of miles away. She decided to get even.

Chloe tossed ideas at Sally for the platform. Chloe wanted all Sally’s wildest ideas. She knew Sally just got her wrist slapped, but she didn’t want to diminish her ambition. Sally suggested that Chloe send her to all the fashion capitals of the world, traveling first class all the way. Chloe didn’t think they should get ahead of themselves, and after everything Sally just told her, Chloe didn’t think she needed to explain. Sally was sorry, she was just daydreaming out loud. She was all about keeping things on a budget and making Chloe look good. She accepted the full blame for taking things too far at Fenmore’s, but she said Phyllis had been out to get her since they met, and even if Sally didn’t do anything, Phyllis would’ve found something to use against her. Sally said Phyllis was trouble, and she’d never forget it.

Adam showed up at Society and he stopped and greeted Jack, but not Phyllis. Phyllis greeted Adam coolly. Adam told Jack that Chloe hired Sally, and he asked if that was a mistake. Jack was about to say something, but Phyllis announced that she’d answer that. She told him it was a big mistake, because Sally and Tara were partners in crime. She said Sally was selfish, self centered and devious, and while Tara was facing charges, Sally landed on her feet. “So you’re saying you have a lot in common. Is that why you don’t like her?,” Adam asked, while Jack stifled a laugh.

Sharon was working at Crimson Lights. She was about to text Rey for an update on the search for Mariah when he walked in. Rey said he’d run into the same roadblocks as Tessa when he tried to use tracking data to locate Mariah’s phone. This happened even though the software he had access to was more sophisticated than the app Tessa used. There was one more thing he wanted to look into, but unfortunately, he couldn’t give her any info on Mariah’s location. She noted that he had a lot experience to draw on. She said she probably knew Mariah better than anyone, so she couldn’t be objective. She asked what his gut told him. He hated to say it, but sometimes people didn’t want to be found.

Abby was at Society doing paperwork. she texted Mariah an apology and asked her to come home. “I’m worried about you and our baby,” she added. Devon came up. Abby wondered if Mariah knew how worried they were and how much they missed her. Abby was even willing to move out of the Chancellor house until the baby was born to give Mariah space. Devon was sure that when Mariah came back, she’d be ready to be around everyone. Abby was struggling because her texts kept going unanswered. Just then, she received a text from “Mariah” asking the texts to stop because she needed more time.

Abby was trying really hard not to be angry with Mariah, because Mariah was a good person, and there had to be some logical reason why this happened. Abby wanted to feel empathy – Mariah wouldn’t be pregnant if it weren’t for Abby. Abby wanted to hug Mariah and make her feel loved, but she couldn’t do that through a text. Abby didn’t think Mariah isolating herself was the answer. Devon didn’t know what was going through Mariah’s head, but he thought Abby was showing more empathy than most people would. He didn’t want her to forget to take care of herself. He thought she should delegate some of this paperwork to her staff. He suggested she go hang out with Nina. Abby said Nina went to LA to work on a script. Abby had encouraged Nina to go. Devon suggested making another video for Chance. She admitted she hadn’t been making video diaries recently, because she was afraid of what Chance would see.

Abby didn’t want Chance to see resentment in her. She was angry that she was dealing with this by herself, and Devon was the only one she could talk to about it. He assured her her feelings were normal. The idea of Chance coming home and seeing that scared her. Devon said your spouse was the one person you shouldn’t have to hide your feelings from. Abby said that Chance had a lot on his plate – separated from those he loved, putting his life on the line. She didn’t want him to come home and feel like she wasn’t giving him 110% of her support while he was away. Sharon called Abby to Crimson Lights.

Tessa, Devon, and Abby arrived at Crimson Lights. Rey said he hadn’t gotten anywhere in the search. Tessa said it was time to do more than cross their fingers and hope Mariah would come home. Tessa understood that not everyone felt the way she did, but it wasn’t like Mariah to go to these extremes to be on her own, and she said it was time for everyone to acknowledge that. Sharon wasn’t saying Tessa was wrong, but, as Rey said, there was no proof. Rey said he couldn’t do anything without a lead, and he called them here to see if there was something he was missing. Tessa knew in her heart something was wrong. Abby said that Mariah knew how upset they were, she’d be home in a flash, if she could. Sharon agreed. She said Mariah texted Jack that she’d be gone for a few days, then no one from Jabot heard from her. She’d missed a prenatal appointment, after she said she’d be there. Tessa said Mariah knew how important that was for herself and the baby, and she’d never do this to Tessa. Sharon added that Mariah might be upset, but she wasn’t cruel – she’d never intentionally torture Tessa, Abby or any of them. Sharon thought they should do a digital intervention with Mariah. Tessa asked what if that didn’t help. Sharon said they’d have to turn up the heat on the search – they’d have to dig up leads, look at her credit card usage, banking activity. Tessa was glad because this was what she’d wanted all along. Abby also agreed with Sharon.

Mariah had a dream that Tessa showed up and broke the door down to rescue her. They shared a hug and kiss. Mariah said she’d hoped and prayed for this moment so she could see Tessa’s face. Mariah asked how Tessa found her. “I didn’t,” Tessa replied. Tessa stepped awaya from the confused Mariah. “Honey, listen to me. This is important. I have no idea where you are and no idea why you left us in the first place. Everyone thinks you deserted us,” she said. Mariah swore she’d never do that. Tessa disappeared, and Mariah woke up. Mariah tore the room apart while talking to Bowie. She promised that pages of his baby book would be dedicated to the time that he was kidnapped in utero while his surrogate had to find her way out of a seemingly impossible situation. Tears streamed down her face. She said she was looking for a clue or a sign. She noticed that the smoke detector was really a camera. “Have you been watching us? How twisted are you? Why am I here? What more do you want?,” she yelled. She put a towel over the camera and said if the person wanted to know what was going on, they could come out from hiding and face her.

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At the hotel, Nick asked Phyllis how she was feeling about Summer and Kyle staying in Milan now that things were starting to sink in. Phyllis said Summer was doing great in Genoa City, she was happy, running JCV, she and Kyle were building a house and planning their wedding. Phyllis didn’t understand why Summer wouldn’t come home. Nick said Summer was young, and she’d always had a sense of adventure. Phyllis said it wasn’t an adventure – Summer was forced to leave because Sally wanted her job and Tara wanted her man. Nick pointed out that Phyllis came to Summer’s rescue and gave her and Kyle their futures back, which was an incredible gift. He said she lifted the threat over Summer and gave her the chance to make her own decisions, and she was doing that. She nodded and said he was right. She said she saw Lauren fire Sally, and she called Summer to tell her that she could have her job back, but Summer wanted to stay in Italy. She lamented that their daughter was thousands of miles away. Nick was sorry this was so hard for Phyllis. Phyllis couldn’t imagine how Jack felt – one minute he was running Jabot with Kyle, which was his dream, just like Jack ran Jabot with his dad… Nick said Kyle wasn’t quitting, just relocating. Phyllis said it wasn’t the same. Nick thought Phyllis had to let Kyle and Jack work that out. He felt she’d been an incredible friend to Jack. He was glad that she’d exposed Sally’s manipulations, but Jack was a big boy, and Phyllis didn’t need to appoint herself his champion. Phyllis tearfully said she wasn’t doing that; she just felt bad for her friend. She said that Jack had a really bad year – his mom died, his nephew sued him, now Kyle was gone, all that stuff with Sally, and if Harrison went to Italy, Jack would be lost.

Sally was at Crimson Lights on the phone with her grandma. She vented about Phyllis. “What hasn’t that woman done to me,” Sally complained, before rattling off a list of grievances about Phyllis. Phyllis walked up behind Sally and overheard the end of the conversation. Sally felt like Phyllis was on a mission to make sure she didn’t have a single friend in this town. Sally could feel her blood pressure rising, so she ended the call. Phyllis made a snippy comment about Sally being unemployed. “Stay the hell away from me,” Sally ordered.

Harrison ran into the Abbott living room after his nap. Jack told him that his father was in town and wanted to visit. Jack wanted to squeeze in as much time with Harrison as he could, so he said he’d take him to the park to play catch. Later, at the park, Jack told Harrison that people move, but they shouldn’t forget the people and places they used to live. He said that wherever Harrison moved, his grandfather would never forget him. He said he’d always love Harrison, and they’d always visit as often as they could.

At the main house, Nikki remarked that Victoria and Ashland had taken her breath away. Victoria said the same thing happened to her when she saw the engagement ring. “That’s not what I was referring to, as you well know,” Nikki replied. Victor asked Ashland what the point of all this was. Victoria told her fiance that he didn’t have to answer. Ashland thought it was a fair question. He said he and Victoria were making up for lost time – the time they missed out on by not meeting sooner, and the long future they might not have. They were going to have a big wedding. Victoria announced that Ashland was going to fight his illness. Ashland said the odds weren’t high, but if there was the slightest chance he could spend more time with Victoria and a couple more years watching his son grow up, he’d do what it took to make that happen. Victoria said their eyes were wide open. Nikki stated that it was their decision to make. Victor was glad they found each other – he’d been waiting a long time for his daughter to find a man worthy of her.

Later, Nikki was alone in the living room when Nick came by for a visit. Nikki mentioned that she called Summer last night after Nick told Nikki what Tara did. Summer didn’t pick up, though, and Nikki hadn’t heard back. Nick said that was because she was with Kyle. Nikki was glad, since Summer and Kyle were miserable without each other. Nick said that all was forgiven – Kyle understood why Summer broke up with him, and Summer didn’t blame Kyle for not picking up on Tara’s manipulations. Nick said no one really saw what Tara was doing except for Phyllis. Nikki said that was a mother’s instinct. He said Summer and Kyle were staying in Milan. Nikki thought that was exciting, and she felt it said a lot for Kyle that he willing to move to support Summer’s career. She thought he saw what she and Victor did – that Summer was coming into her own with that job. Nikki asked what about Harrison. Nick didn’t know – Kyle didn’t have any custodial rights, and Nick assumed Tara would lose hers. It would all come down to what Kyle could negotiate with Ashland. Nikki suggested Victoria might have some influence there. Nick knew his parents had concerns about Victoria and Ashland moving in together. Nikki said Victoria and Ashland had big news, but she’d let Victoria share it.

Nikki asked how Phyllis was handling Summer and Kyle’s news. He said that she was blindsided. Since he’d seen Summer hitting her stride in Italy, he had a feeling that she’d choose to stay, but Phyllis never saw it coming, and she was heartbroken. Nikki thought that was natural – mothers wanted their babies nearby. He said Phyllis wanted to be there for the milestones, like a wedding, grandchildren someday. Nikki needed a moment to come to terms with the idea of Nick as a grandfather. “And that would make you a” Nick started to say. “No no no, not talking about that,” Nikki replied. She was sure Phyllis would come around. Nick said that Phyllis needed time to adjust – Daniel was in Georgia, Noah was London, which Nick got used to.

Victoria and Ashland relaxed in their dining room. He said he was basking in the glow of all the compliments from Victor. She was shocked by how enthusiastic Victor was, but she warned Ashland that her father could turn on a dime. Ashland didn’t think that would happen. He said that Victor approved because he could see Ashland appreciated her for the amazing woman she was. Ashland reported that his oncologist said they’d start treatment tomorrow. Victoria asked about side effects, and Ashland said each patient responded differently. She was ready for anything. She said that after she got stabbed, and she was laid up at the ranch, she was bored and cranky. If he was irritable, she’d take it as karma. He joked that if she got tired of him, she could send him to Victor’s to convalesce, since it seemed he was a fan. “That’s a hard no. You remember how he dealt with your heart attack,” she replied.

Ashland would be meeting Harrison soon. Victoria asked what he was going to say about Tara. Ashland was going to try and deflect any questions about her. He’d promised Jack that he’d wait until Kyle got back to work out when Harrison could visit the Abbotts. Today, he planned to broach the idea that Harrison start spending more time with him and Victoria. Victoria had a light schedule today, so she was willing to go with Ashland if that would help. He kissed her. He appreciated that, and he said not this time, but soon.

Ashland visited Harrison at the Abbott house and proposed a sleepover at Victoria’s. There was a bedroom for Harrison at the house, and Harrison’s cousins, Johnny and Katie might be there sometimes. Harrison liked the idea. Jack came in and told Harrison that Mrs. Martinez made cookies. Ashland and Harrison said they loved each other, and Harrison went to the kitchen. Jack said he didn’t mean to cut Ashland’s time off. Ashland was okay because he wanted to talk with Jack. Ashland felt it was best that Harrison continue to live at the Abbott’s while Ashland saw how he tolerated the cancer treatment. Jack said Harrison was always welcome. Ashland appreciated Jack and Kyle giving Harrison the stability he’d needed over the past few months. Ashland said to have Kyle get in touch about working out a visitation schedule.

Jack revealed that Summer and Kyle were staying in Milan. Ashland thought that would complicate things. He knew Summer wasn’t keen on helping raise Harrison. Jack clarified that Summer only said that as an excuse to leave town, as Tara pushed her to do. He said Summer and Kyle wanted Harrison to live with them in Milan, if Ashland would allow it. Ashland recalled that, a few hours ago, Jack emphasized the importance of not uprooting Harrison, and now he was asking him to send him across the ocean to live with a couple of kids who had no parenting experience. Jack thought it was important for Harrison and Kyle to continue to bond, especially with Tara somewhat out of the picture and Ashland focusing on his treatment. Ashland agreed, but that was why he was going to allow Kyle visitation. He said apparently, Kyle had other priorities.

Victor went to work, where Adam was waiting. Their people who kept tabs on NY real estate had informed Adam that Ashland sold all his properties there. He hoped Victoria knew what she’d gotten herself into, since it seemed that Ashland was planning to run out the clock in Genoa City. Victor said Ashland might be around longer than Adam thought, now that he had something to live for. He added that Ashland was getting an experimental treatment. Adam wondered how Victoria felt about that – if Ashland lived, he’d probably want to run Newman-Locke himself, which wasn’t what Victoria had in mind. Victor told Adam not to worry about that. Adam said he didn’t mean anything by that, it was just dark humor. Adam added that Ashland might not have the stamina to oversee the merger the way he’d hoped to. Victor wanted to know what that meant, but Chloe suddenly entered. Chloe needed Adam’s approval on something. He pointed out that free rein meant she didn’t need to run things by him. She noted that reins were only free until someone yanked them. She doubted she could turn the website into an “I hate Adam” platform, delightful as that would be. He noted that the point of this was to create a safe haven for her fashion best friend to relaunch her career. She showed him her mock up, and he was very impressed. He offered Victor a chance to see it, but he didn’t want to. Chloe left.

Victor wanted to know why Adam was being so trusting with Chloe. He said for all they knew, she helped frame him. Adam said he gave Chloe a job, which Victor had consented to. Victor said he agreed to this on the condition that Adam keep an eye on Chloe. He didn’t understand why Adam was giving this dangerous woman free rein. Adam said Chloe just liked to mouth off, because it made her feel like less of a sellout. Victor said that Chloe shouldn’t be here. Adam said he and Victor wanted Connor here full time, so he had to keep Chelsea here too – happy, occupied, and most importantly, out of trouble. Hiring Chloe was a strategic move. Victor said Chloe would be distracting. Adam said his focus was on turning Newman Media into a powerhouse and trying to take advantage of their competitors’ weaknesses. Victor hoped Adam was talking about ChancComm and not Newman/Locke. Adam acknowledged Victor made it clear that Victoria and the family business was off limits. Victor said this was an opportunity for Adam to mend fences with his sister, as he had with his brother. Adam said that Victoria’s hostility ran deep, so perhaps Victor should have this conversation with her. Victor refused to do that, because Victoria had a lot on her plate. He expected Adam and Nick to be supportive of Victoria. Adam understood.

Victor went to Victoria’s place. He’d heard Ashland was visiting Harrison, so he decided to come visit Victoria. She asked if he wanted to say something that he didn’t want Ashland to hear. He said no, he just wanted her to be able to speak freely. He asked if she was still okay with her decision to be engaged to Ashland. Victoria didn’t understand – at lunch, Victor was behind the engagement, but now he was questioning her decision. He clarified that he wasn’t doing that. He respected Ashland, but he was in a dire situation, treatment or no treatment, he had a rough road ahead. Victoria didn’t want Ashland to walk that road alone. Victor thought Victoria was doing this out of pity. Victoria said not to twist her words. She said if Ashland wanted pity, he could’ve reconciled with his ex-wife, who was willing. Victoria and Ashland were together because they knew they belonged together, for however long they had left. He said he wasn’t questioning her decision. He thought she’d finally met a man who was worthy of her. However, he thought, like Nikki, she loved deeply. He said she was setting herself up for potential heartache. He said he’d been there with her before. She said she’d be okay. She’d be devastated to lose Ashland, but if she did, she wouldn’t’ have regrets, because she would make sure they made the most of their time together, and she’d have happy memories to look back on. She knew she’d been in love before, but not like this. He said he wanted to plan her wedding, with Nikki’s help. She asked why, and he said she was his daughter and he adored her. When he appointed her CEO, he knew she could handle it. Now she had the responsibility of the merger, and she had to see Ashland through the most difficult phase of his life. He felt she had enough on her plate. She conceded that weddings did take a long time to plan. He thought back on his weddings to Nikki – they were huge, and he bet hers would be similar. He asked if they had a deal, and she said yes.

Kevin met Chloe at Crimson Lights on the patio. She said Adam was being so calm and cooperative, it was unnerving. She felt like he was weaving a big beautiful web to trap her in. Kevin wished she didn’t take the job. Chloe knew. He said, if it made her feel better, he didn’t think she was the intended target – she was the bait meant to lure Chelsea under control. Chloe didn’t like that idea, but what other options did Chelsea have? Who’d take a chance on her at this point? Chloe didn’t know how long it’d take Chelsea to get back into her creative head space – she was recovering from a lot of emotional trauma. Which was unfortunate, because creating a fashion platform by yourself wasn’t as fun. Chloe was awed when she saw Sally sitting inside. Phyllis appeared and warned Chloe not to get involved with that one. Kevin asked who Sally was and why Phyllis was saying not to get involved. Phyllis said that Kevin was kind enough to tell her not to get involved in his mother’s blackmail scheme, so she was returning the favor. She said to trust her on Sally, and if he didn’t believe her, he could ask Lauren. Phyllis left, and Chloe shook her head dismissively. Chloe gave Kevin a rundown on Sally’s employment history. However, Chloe was unaware that things had soured between Sally and Lauren. Chloe said she didn’t know what Phyllis was talking about, because every time Lauren mentioned Sally, she had nothing but good things to say. Chloe decided to go introduce herself, but Kevin tried to convince her not to, given that Phyllis had just compared Sally to Gloria. Chloe thought Phyllis was just causing drama. Kevin had to go back to work, so he told Chloe to be careful. “Aren’t I always?,” she asked. “No,” he replied.

Chloe went inside and introduced herself to Sally. She was a fan of Sally’s work. Sally saw Chloe talking to Phyllis and assumed they were friends. She thought Chloe had come to give her a hard time. Chloe said she and Phyllis briefly worked together, but they weren’t friends. While Phyllis mentioned she and Sally weren’t on the best of terms, that was neither here nor there, for Chloe. Chloe said that she and Sally were in the same industry – she was launching a new fashion platform for Newman Media. Sally apologized for her initial reaction and asked Chloe to tell her more about this platform. Chloe was hoping to recruit Chelsea Lawson. Sally knew her work and thought she was very talented. Chloe was sure Sally heard about Chelsea’s breakdown. Sally had. Chloe thought everyone deserved second chances. Sally was in full agreement. Chloe liked Sally’s work at Forrester. She congratulated her for her her promotion at JCV. Sally realized Chloe knew Lauren. Chloe explained that the love of her life’s brother was Lauren’s husband. Sally said she loved Lauren, and she’d always be grateful to her. Chloe thought it was funny that they hadn’t run into each other for now. Chloe said her platform was looking for content, and JCV could always use good press. Maybe they could help each other out. Sally said that would be great.

Kevin showed up at Newman Media. Kevin said he tried to stay out of this, but he wasn’t going to let this slide. Adam didn’t know what that meant. “You’re being too nice to my wife!,” Kevin exclaimed. That was a first for Adam. Kevin said he and Chloe didn’t believe Adam was reformed, and the more he tried to sell it, the more skeptical they were. Adam thought that was understandable given their history. Adam said if this was causing this much anxiety, maybe Chloe should work somewhere else. Kevin would like nothing more, but Chloe was determined to help Chelsea rebuild her life. Adam wanted that too. Kevin found that hard to believe, but he didn’t care what Chelsea and Adam did to each other from here on out. He said if Chloe got in the crossfire, there would be hell to pay. “Noted,” Adam said. He admired how protective Kevin was of his family. If he’d stayed by Chelsea with as much devotion, who knows how things would’ve turned out. Kevin said it would’ve been screwed no matter what because the real Adam always came out in the end. Adam thought it was time Kevin leave. Kevin said Adam had a lot of people fooled, maybe he’d even fooled himself, but it was just a matter of time before the real Adam showed up again. Kevin left.

Phyllis went to the Abbott house, where Ashland said he heard she uncovered Tara’s Machiavellian plot. Phyllis hoped he didn’t hold that against her. He said someone had to do it, and he left. Phyllis asked if she interrupted something. Jack didn’t want Phyllis to take this the wrong way, but she liked to go all in to fix problems, and he didn’t want her to do that now. He said he could handle it on his own. She said okay. She noted that Nick also said Jack didn’t need her help. He asked why she was here. She needed a friend.

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Victor showed Amanda into his living room and thanked her for coming. He asked for an update on her situation. She said the case against her mother was closed, and the DA would be pursuing charges against Sutton again. Amanda thanked Victor again for practically getting Sutton to confess to killing her father. She was sure she wouldn’t have been able to to that. Victor sensed that Amanda didn’t yet feel closure. It meant the world to Amanda that her father wanted to find her, and it was gut-wrenching to discover her grandfather’s involvement. Amanda said she felt like she just found her family and she was losing them all over again. Victor said that Amanda still had her mother and her sister. Naya called wanting to meet, but Amanda decided not to go. She sympathized with Naya, but she didn’t want to hear her mother pleading for forgiveness on Sutton’s behalf. It hurt Amanda to see how misguided Naya was when it came to Sutton. Victor understood that, but he said Amanda only had one mother.

Amanda and Naya met in Amanda’s suite. After a lot of thinking, Naya had concluded that giving Amanda and Hilary up was the best thing she ever did. Amanda was angry Naya felt that way about abandoning her and her sister. Naya didn’t mean it as an insult. She was in awe of Amanda, who was intelligent and strong and stood up for herself. From what Naya heard, Hilary was the same way. When Naya gave the kids up, she was insecure, lost and under her father’s thumb. She didn’t think she could’ve raised the girls to be the amazing women they grew up to be. Amanda didn’t think that was true, given how Imani turned out. Naya said Imani had a great father who partially shielded her from Sutton. To be brutally honest, even if she’d defied Sutton, married Richard and kept Amanda and Hilary, she would’ve run home and begged her dad to take her back. She was sure he would’ve taken her back, and eventually, he would’ve accepted the girls, and they would’ve grown up under his domineering thumb. Amanda didn’t think Naya was giving herself enough credit. Naya said she didn’t deserve any. She said it took Amanda, a courageous child, fighting Sutton, the system and Naya, to save Naya from herself. Naya and Amanda were in tears. Naya wished she was more like her daughters, but she wasn’t.

Naya wanted to be in Amanda’s life more than anything, but how could she ask that when at every turn, she’d been so much less of a mother than Amanda deserved. Amanda tearfully said that Naya didn’t have to ask. Everything that happened before was in the past. “What matters right now is that the woman sitting in front of me is my mom,” she sobbed.

Victoria held Ashland’s hand as they walked into her living room. She told him that her house now felt like their home. A place they could build a future for however long that turned out to be. He felt that proposing her was the best thing he’d ever done. His past was behind him, the divorce was final, and he wanted to walk into the future with Victoria. Victoria couldn’t believe Tara was arrested, but she promised to support Ashland and Harrison. Nikki, having heard the news about Tara from Nick, dropped by to make sure Ashland and Victoria knew. Ashland said he got a call from his lawyer on the plane ride home. He thought he was past being surprised by his ex wife, but he supposed her sense of selfishness and self-preservation knew no bounds. He was sure Tara would land on her feet, but his concern was his son. Victoria was sure Harrison was in good hands with Jack and Kyle. Nikki didn’t know how much Harrison knew about Tara’s arrest. Ashland grew concerned that Harrison witnessed Tara be arrested, so he rushed to go see his son. Nikki and Victoria felt for Harrison. Victoria said, she, the Abbotts and Ashland would surround him with love.

Victoria called Tara a piece of work. Nikki asked Victoria if she was worried this would impact Ashland’s divorce. Victoria said the divorce was final, and she was thrilled for Ashland’s sake. This connection Victoria and Ashland felt got stronger every day. He was amazing, and he was handling this disease with such grace. She hadn’t felt this loved and respected in a long time. Nikki could see that the joy was radiating off Victoria. Nikki sensed something else happened on the trip. Victoria said she and Ashland wanted to talk to Nikki and Victor together. They arranged to meet up at the ranch in an hour.

Jack was glad to see Ashland was back in town. Ashland was at the Abbott house hoping to see his son. Jack said that Traci took Harrison to the children’s museum, but he’d be back after lunch. He added that Harrison didn’t know anything about Tara. Ashland appreciated that Jack protected his son. He asked why Tara was planning to take Harrison back to NY. Jack explained that Tara blackmailed Summer into leaving town. Ashland pointed out that he’d warned Jack about Tara. Jack was surprised at how well Ashland was taking this news. Ashland realized what Tara was capable of after he found out she lied about Harrison’s paternity.

Jack asked if Ashland knew Tara was making a move against Summer. Ashland said there was no conspiracy. He said his only involvement, if it could be called that, was with Sally. He explained how Sally asked him to connect Summer with Angelina Marchetti, so he reached out to Eric. Jack shook his head in dismay. Ashland had no idea if Sally and Tara were working together, but it seemed like they had a common goal. Jack wished he knew about that before. Ashland didn’t want to look back on things with regret. His priority was Harrison. Jack said they all wanted what was best for the boy. Ashland appreciated the Abbotts looking out for Harrison, but he missed him, and he thought Harrison missed him too. Ashland wanted to discuss some arrangements for Harrison going forward. Jack said Kyle was in Milan trying to convince Summer to come home. Ashland wished Kyle luck. Jack asked what Ashland meant by arrangements. Ashland intended to file a motion restricting Tara from seeing Harrison. Jack asked what about Kyle. Ashland wanted to consider the angles then come up with the best visitation arrangement for Harrison moving forward. Jack didn’t want to sound insensitive, but he understood that Ashland didn’t have much time. Ashland revealed that he was seeking treatment. Jack was glad, but he was still concerned about the uncertainty in Harrison’s life – where he’d live, who’d look after him. Jack felt Ashland, Tara and Kyle needed to discuss this. Ashland said he’d wait until Kyle returned to discuss it, and maybe by then, they’d have a better sense of what was happening with Tara. Ashland recognized that Jack’s life had been upended, through no fault of his own, and he appreciated the way Jack stepped up as a father, grandfather and as a man. Jack said family was everything to him. Ashland left.

Ashland went home. Nikki wasn’t there anymore. He filled Victoria in on what Tara did to Summer. Victoria thought it was despicable. When Ashland was on his way home, he got a call informing him that Tara had been transferred to Manhattan because her crimes occurred in NY. Tara hired a lawyer who was an old friend of theirs. Tara would likely make bail, but she wouldn’t be allowed to leave NY. Ashland thought it was probably for the best that Tara wouldn’t be able to see Harrison any time soon. He was going to file papers to ensure that was the case, but he worried about what her absence would do to Harrison. He said they had to figure out how to make this okay for his son. She said they would. She admired the way he was willing to work with Kyle. She asked if he knew how long Kyle would be in Milan. He thought Kyle would only be gone long enough to convince Summer to move back to Genoa City. The sooner Kyle was back, the better, Ashland said.

Victoria knew Ashland thought Tara would lose custody, but it was possible that the judge would show her leniency. Ashland said maybe, but he was ready and willing to fight for his son. He took Victoria’s hand and asked if she remembered being in their perfect bubble last night. She said they could be in a bubble again after they visited her parents. She’d wanted to push it off, but her mom had a sixth sense about these things. He understood how important it was for her to tell her folks. She thought it’d go well, given that her dad liked him better than the other men she’d married.

Ashland presented Victoria with a sapphire engagement ring that took her breath away. He thought of going with the usual diamond, but he saw the sapphire, and it reminded him of the brilliance of her eyes. He said she didn’t have to wear it in public until she was ready. Things happened so spontaneously in NY, that he didn’t give her the bells and whistles. She was fine with what happened, but he wanted to do this right. He got down on one knee and asked her to marry him. She said she’d be honored, and he put the ring on her finger.

Nikki went home and told Victor that Victoria and Ashland wanted to see them. Victor asked why. Nikki had some theories, but she thought it was best to wait and see. Victoria and Ashland arrived, and Victor stared chatting about the situation with Tara and Harrison. Nikki spotted the ring and said she and Victor were curious about why they were meeting. Victoria made the announcement. Nikki commented that things were moving quickly. Victoria said she and Ashland loved each other and they didn’t want to waste time.

At the hotel, Phyllis boasted to Nick that she’d saved Kyle and Jack from their overly trusting ways. “I’m heroic.” Nick asked if cynicism and meddling were her superpowers. “And being right,” she added. He admitted she was dead on. He’d worried that she’d cross the line and it’d come back to bite her very attractive backside, but she pulled it off. He was glad he was able to help her get the truth. She said they were an unstoppable team when it came to Summer. Phyllis knew that once Kyle told Summer about everything that happened, she’d come home where she belonged. Summer contacted her parents and said she and Kyle wanted to video chat them and Jack. Phyllis was confident Summer and Kyle were going to pick up where they left off, but Nick pointed out that they didn’t know what Summer and Kyle were going to say, so they should just wait and see.

Jack joined Phyllis and Nick. Kyle and Summer initiated a chat. They were together and all smiles. Teasing, Phyllis asked if Summer was still mad at her for meddling. Summer said she’d forgiven Phyllis, but boundaries were a good thing. Summer said she and Kyle talked all day and night, and they’d decided to stay in Milan. Summer loved her new job – it was a dream come true, and she didn’t want to give it up. Phyllis looked crushed. Nick said he’d tried to tell Phyllis that Summer might want to stay. Summer said, regardless of how the job came about, it was perfect for her. Kyle thought he could do his part running Jabot from Italy. He hoped Jack understood. Kyle added that Summer already sacrificed so much for him. Jack thought they could work out the business stuff, but what about Harrison. Kyle was hoping Ashland would let Harrison move to Italy – with Tara facing legal troubles, and Ashland’s illness, coming to live in Italy might be the best thing for Harrison. Nick was impressed Kyle was willing to go to Italy and allow Summer to continue to thrive. He said, maybe it was finally the right time for Kyle and Summer. Summer and Kyle were sure about that. Kyle hugged Summer and said they had to go because they had a special celebration planned. Kyle said thanks for the support. Jack said that was what parents did, and Nick said they just wanted them to be happy. The call ended. Phyllis was almost in tears. Jack admitted he’d never thought that his son and possibly his grandson might leave Genoa City. Nick was disappointed too. Phyllis left to get some air, and Jack went with her.

At Crimson Lights, Sally called Tara to follow up on their conversation from yesterday. She left a message saying she hoped things were okay and asking for a call back. Lauren overheard and said Tara spent last night behind bars. Lauren brought Sally up to speed. Sally asked someone like Tara, who had everything, would skim funds from her own company. “For some people, everything isn’t enough,” Lauren replied. Sally supposed Lauren was lucky this came out before she got in too deep with Tara. Lauren said it was unfortunate that she got in too deep with Sally. Sally, caught off guard and started to sputter something. Lauren interjected that Sally betrayed Summer and Lauren, even after Lauren gave her a second chance. Sally hoped Lauren wasn’t buying into Phyllis’s crazy theory that she and Tara were in cahoots. Lauren knew that Phyllis was telling the truth.

Sally asked Lauren to hear her out. Lauren snapped that she felt like she’d been listening to Sally for hours. Sally kept the lie going that this was all a big misunderstanding. “There is no misunderstanding. I know exactly what happened with Summer, and I have proof,”Lauren replied. Phyllis charged in and Lauren told her that Sally was still denying it. Phyllis yelled that Tara admitted she and Sally forced Summer out of town. Sally asked who they heard that from “From me,” Jack announced as he entered. Sally maintained that she was being scapegoated. Lauren had spoken with Eric, and he confirmed what Phyllis said. Sally said she never denied talking to Eric. Jack noted that Sally conveniently forgot to mention that she talked to Ashland and asked him to intervene with Eric. “So you had both of the Lockes doing your bidding for you,” Phyllis yelled. Sally said it wasn’t true, and Jack told her to stop trying to deny it. Phyllis said that Summer lost everything, and Sally got what she wanted. “Not for long. It’s over, Sally. You’re fired,” Lauren said. Sally had tears in her eyes. “Don’t do this, Lauren. I am good at my job and you know it,” she said. Lauren wouldn’t forget about Sally’s abhorrent behavior and personal failings. Lauren had taken Sally under her wing and she was excited to be her mentor. “I can never trust you again,” Lauren said, sounding angry and betrayed. Jack stared at Sally, and she begged him not to look at her like that. “Oh, you don’t have to worry. I’m gone,” he said. Lauren left too. “But I’m still here,” Phyllis whispered. Sally vowed to make Phyllis regret this, but Phyllis said Sally was in no position to issue threats, so the best thing she should do was walk away. Sally left.

Phyllis video chatted Summer and cheerfully called her supergirl. She told her that Sally got fired. So it was all good now, and Summer could come home. Phyllis said Sally left LA, and she’d leave Genoa City too. She knew Milan was great and blah blah blah, but Summer needed to come home. Summer said she’d come home for visits. “Summer. I did this for you! I went after Sally for you!,” Phyllis stressed. She said she got hammered by everyone – Lauren, Jack and Nick, and they thought she was going too far, but she kept going for Summer. Phyllis’ voice cracked. She was adamant that Summer needed to come home. She told Summer to stop looking at her with pity. Summer said it wasn’t pity, it was love and gratitude. She said Phyllis always protected her, sometimes a little too much. She said Phyllis told her to go after what she wanted and what she wanted was to be in Milan with this job, Kyle, to hopefully have Harrison too. She loved Phyllis and she was so grateful. She said Phyllis always gave her freedom and never held her back, and Phyllis was doing that again by understanding she needed to stay here. Summer said Phyllis was the most brave person she knew, and she’d made Summer brave too. Summer was going to be okay. Phyllis was devastated, but accepting. They said they loved each other, and the call ended.
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At the main house, Rey picked up a chess piece while he waited for Victor. Victor walked in and pointed out that white was three moves away from checkmate. He asked how Rey would defend that. Chess wasn’t Rey’s game. Victor thought Rey would be a formidable opponent, since he had an analytic mind. Rey narrowed his eyes and said he wasn’t used to compliments from Victor. Usually, Victor was accusing him of harassment. Victor wanted to let that be bygones. He thanked Rey for taking Chelsea to see her mother and for making sure Connor got home safely. He asked how Chelsea seemed. Rey thought that she seemed concerned for her mom and happy to be with her son. Victor was wondering if Chelsea was biding her time until she could take Connor and run off with him.

Rey thought Victor dismissed Chelsea as a threat. Victor had learned not to let his guard down where she was concerned. In Rey’s opinion, Chelsea seemed to have accepted the situation. He’d observed her take Connor aside, on the day he was leaving, and tell him to listen to his father and grandparents. He thought that Chelsea was a good mom. Rey never got the sense she was playing Rey. Victor said Rey handled a difficult situation well. He offered Rey a job at his private security firm. Victor said he paid very well, and there were all kinds of perks. Rey appreciated the offer, but he took a lot of pride in the badge, so he was going to stick with being a police officer. Victor understood that, but he said situations often changed.

“Tara’s going down. She’s going down. I don’t care if I get a million more phone calls from Summer. It’s going to be completely worth it,” Phyllis told Nick. They were in the hotel lounge. Nick thought Summer had a point – Phyllis’s investigation could end up costing Kyle if Tara took Harrison out of retaliation. Phyllis said that was why she had to get on this lead right away. “We do. You’re not in this alone,” Nick clarified. Phyllis appreciated that. Lauren showed up due to a vague text from Phyllis. She assumed it was about Sally and Tara. Lauren said it was actually about her and Nick saving Fenmore’s from making a huge mistake. Nick said they were working on something, and they needed Lauren to make a phone call. Later, Nick was alone in the lobby. A man walked in looking for Lauren, as she’d just called him. Nick introduced himself and explained that he arranged that call. He gestured for the man to have a seat.

At Society, Adam was on the phone with Connor, who was at lacrosse camp. Adam said that, in addition to having fun, Connor should remember that this was a chance to improve his skills. Adam said he loved and missed Connor. Nick went to Society and texted Phyllis mission accomplished. He asked her to keep him updated on how things went on her end. Nick spotted Adam and went over to say hi. Adam told him to have a seat. Nick said if people kept seeing them hanging out, they’d start thinking they liked each other. Adam offered to put on sunglasses and a fake mustache. Phyllis texted Nick that she and Lauren were on it. Adam asked if Nick got good news. Nick said he and Phyllis were working on something. Adam was curious, so Nick revealed that Summer was coerced into leaving town and Kyle. Adam pitied anyone who messed with Nick’s kid. Nick said they did what they had to do for their children. He knew Adam felt the same way. He asked if Chelsea objected to Rey bringing Connor home. Adam said he had to be a little delicate, but Chelsea ultimately agreed to it. Nick was surprised Adam could be delicate. Adam admitted it wasn’t his strong suit.

Nick asked where things were going with Adam and Chelsea. Adam said he and Chelsea were finished. He wasn’t sure if she’d come back to Genoa City or stay in Minnesota, but Chloe was running Newman Media’s fashion platform, so Chelsea would have a job waiting for her. Nick thought that sounded awkward. Adam said Chloe had total autonomy, so he and Chelsea wouldn’t be working together, and Chelsea was Connor’s mother, so he wanted to make sure she had options. Nick thought that was admirable, but tricky. Adam noted that two exes sharing a child and carrying on a friendly relationship had been done before – like with Nick and Sharon. Nick conceded the point, he said he and Sharon worked out a peaceful friendly relationship that worked for them because it benefited Faith. For Connor’s sake, Adam hoped he and Chelsea could get there too. He thought she was on the road to recovery. The call asking her to send Connor back could’ve been ugly, and even though she didn’t agree at first, it didn’t go badly. He thought that was a good sign. Nick said let him know if he needed help or advice. Adam said he would. They talked about how weird it felt to just hang out and talk. Nick said that they could go back to hating each other. Adam didn’t know what could make that happen. “Hmm. I do. If you were to say, uh, ruin things for Sharon again,” Nick replied.

Adam said he was focused on his job, and more importantly, his son. The last few times he’d seen Sharon was just to get coffee. Nick said he wasn’t trying to start a fight – he just came up with something that could cause a rift between him and Adam. Clearly it was a sensitive subject, he added. Adam thought it was bound to be sensitive, given their histories with Sharon. Nick said Adam had this pull to Sharon that seemed to really kick in when he was single. He thought Adam seemed to see Sharon as a safe haven, which she wasn’t. He said to just stay away from her. Victor arrived and was happy to see his sons spending time together.

At the Abbott house, Kyle angrily demanded that Tara tell any and everybody how she and Sally teamed up to force Summer out of town. He instructed her to stop with the games and the lies. He couldn’t believe this was how she repaid his family for taking her in after Ashland kicked her to the curb. “Sounds like you want me out of the house,” she coolly replied. He was incensed that this was her response. He said he and Summer were in love and about to get married until Tara destroyed the relationship by threatening to take Harrison away. Tara replied that it was time to make good on that threat. It was obvious that there was nothing for her here, so she was going to pack her things and Harrison’s, and they were going back to NY. He said he wouldn’t let her take Harrison. She asked how he’d stop her. She was Harrison’s mother, which carried a lot of weight in the courts, and Kyle was just some guy she had a fling with. She went upstairs.

Kyle asked Jack how they were going to stop Tara. Jack said he tried to be understanding with Tara before Kyle got here. He didn’t want her to feel cornered and lash out. Jack said Tara was cornered now. Jack wondered if their lawyers could get an injunction to stop Tara from taking Harrison out of Genoa City. Kyle was willing to do anything. He said, in the eyes of the law, Tara was right – he was just some guy she had a fling with. Jack said that, as the biological father, Kyle had rights. Kyle knew it’d take some time to assert those rights, and who knows where Tara and Harrison would be by then. He said she was up there with his son, arranging to take him away, and when Summer left, he consoled himself with knowing he had a son here that he loved. Now he was going to lose Harrison too. Jack suggested Kyle get Tara down here, tell her that they forgave her and that they’d give her another chance. Kyle was sure Tara would see right through that, and she’d know they were just being nice to convince her not to leave with Harrison. Kyle said he and Jack were cornered, just like Jack had said Tara was.

Jack got off the phone and told Kyle that the lawyers had some concerns about the success of an injunction. Kyle thought they had to try. The conversation was cut short because Tara walked in and said Harrison was excited about going back to NY. Kyle said please don’t do this. He said it wasn’t about him, but about Harrison. Harrison was just getting used to calling him daddy, and now she was whisking him away. She was surprised he was playing the Harrison card this early. She thought he’d work up to that and start with threats and lawyers. He felt she was making a mistake, but she said the mistake wasn’t taking Harrison away, it was bringing him here in the first place. She thought he should be proud she was striking out on her own and she’d be independent. “Harrison is young. He’ll forget about you soon enough,” she said. Jack was adamant that Harrison would always remember and need his father. Tara said Harrison would learn from her example and he wouldn’t need help from anyone. Jack asked where this attitude was coming from – Tara was the one who messed up, not Kyle. Tara argued that Kyle just tried to guilt her into staying by implying she was a bad mother. She insisted that she was a good mother who always put her son first. Kyle said that maybe he was guilt tripping her, but it was because he’d do anything to stop her from doing this. He only wanted what was best for Harrison, and if it was best for Harrison to be somewhere else, Kyle wouldn’t fight her, but Tara was doing this out of spite.

“Please just don’t do this. I love him so much, and there has already been so much hurt and pain. You do not double down on it. If you cared about me at all, ever, you won’t do this,” Kyle said. Tara thought Kyle made a strong case, but she asked if he’d be moved by such an appeal if the roles were reversed. “I have one card, and I’m not giving it up,” she declared. Jack asked if Tara saw her son as a bargaining chip. She said she wasn’t an Abbott – she couldn’t snap her fingers and just get what she wanted, and she wasn’t a Locke anymore. She resented the accusation that she only saw her son as something she could lose. She loved him, but she wouldn’t give up the one thing she had – control. Kyle felt Tara was being unreasonable. She didn’t agree. She said he could come visit Harrison anytime, wherever they ended up, NY or Paris, somewhere that she could give him the best possible upbringing. She’d really hoped it’d be in Genoa City and that they could make a little loving family, but she was wrong. She headed toward the stairs. Phyllis and Lauren burst into the house.

Kyle told Phyllis it wasn’t a good time – Tara was leaving and taking Harrison. Phyllis said Tara wasn’t leaving. Tara said Phyllis couldn’t stop her. “Well, the cops can,” Phyllis replied. Lauren said, thanks to Phyllis, she just found out why Tara was holding back the financial disclosures Lauren had been asking for. Tara said it wasn’t deliberate – it fell through the cracks. “Stop lying. You have been stealing from your own company. You have been siphoning off your investor’s capital to put in your own little private account. You misrepresented the health of your company to Fenmore’s just to get your hand on more cash. And you know what that’s called Tara? That’s called fraud,” Lauren said. Kyle and Jack were shocked.

Tara didn’t deny it. She turned to Phyllis. “You hacked my accounts. That’s the only way you could’ve figured this out,” she contended. Tara said that none of this was admissible in court, so this discussion was a waste of time. Lauren said not exactly – Nick found Tara’s accountant and got him to talk. Lauren now realized Tara had been stalling to give her accountant more time to doctor the books. The accountant flipped on Tara, and all the evidence was being sent to the authorities. Phyllis opened the door, and two police officers entered.

As Tara was being read her rights, she said this was outrageous. “My heart bleeds. It must be difficult to realize you’re not above the law,” Phyllis said. Tara asked Kyle to go upstairs and make sure Harrison didn’t come down and see this. Kyle told Tara that things didn’t have to this way – things could’ve worked out for everyone. He went upstairs. Tara was angry at Phyllis – her little boy was losing his father, and now Phyllis had done this to his mother. She hoped Phyllis was proud of herself. Phyllis replied that she was very proud. The police took Tara away. Jack asked Lauren how she got involved. Lauren said Phyllis came to her, which Lauren was glad for, since she didn’t want to be in business with a thief. “Yeah, I realized that Tara and Sally had to have something pretty big on Summer to get her to leave her fiance,” Phyllis said, emphasizing Sally’s name, while looking pointedly at Jack. Phyllis thought it was disgusting that Tara used her son, so Phyllis just kept digging until she found something on Tara. “Thank you, Red. I owe you an apology,” Jack said.

Back at Society, Victor said he’d come to see Adam. Nick asked if this was going to turn into a company meeting. He didn’t want to hear any Newman Media secrets. Victor offered Nick a chance to join the company. Nick said he’d stick with his charity. He asked what Victor’s take was on Victoria’s merger with Ashland – did that make her a competitor? Adam thought Nick was asking a lot of questions for someone who didn’t want to know company secrets. Victor said he was proud of Victoria. Nick hadn’t talked to Victoria, but he was worried about her relationship with Ashland. Victor was worried too, but he thought Victoria knew what she was doing. Adam said that Victoria was outwardly confident, but Ashland’s health had to be a distraction – Victoria doubled her portfolio and was overseeing a much larger corporation. Adam hoped Victoria could keep her eye on the ball. Nick got a text from Phyllis that said “victory!!!” Nick said he had to go. Victor asked if everything was okay. Nick said thing were great and if Phyllis said was going to do something, never doubt her.

Back at the Abbott house, Jack admitted he initially didn’t want to believe what Phyllis said about Tara or Sally. Lauren admitted she’d been dubious too. He couldn’t, for the life of him, figure out what they’d held over Summer, and he was horrified to find out it was Harrison. He said that the women used Summer’s loved for Kyle against her. Lauren was relieved this came out before she closed the deal with Tara. She couldn’t believe she made Sally the head of JCV. Sally’s involvement in this killed Jack, but Tara lived under his roof. He knew he came down hard on Phyllis and told her to keep her nose out of everyone’s business. For once, he was glad she never listened to him. He said she saved the day for everyone, and he owed her big time. She said he didn’t owe her. She knew he just wanted to see the good in people. He said she could say “I told you so,” but she didn’t want to say that. She admitted it felt good to be right. She said Tara took advantage of Jack’s big heart, and she had Kyle where she wanted him. Lauren said the good news was Summer could do what she wanted and be with who she wanted. Phyllis grinned and said Summer could come home. “Thanks to you,” Nick said as he entered. The couple left.

Phyllis and Nick went to the hotel. She wished he’d been there to see Tara lead out in cuffs. He said he never should’ve doubted her. She said he came around, and they did this together. She assumed he pressured Tara’s accountant, but he said he didn’t have to, because it turned out that the accountant didn’t like Tara very much. Phyllis said Tara was easy not to like. Nick said Phyllis took a hell of a risk, and it could’ve backfired. She said he took it with her. She said that was what he loved most about her – she was a risk taker. He admitted that was up there. He hoped Summer realized how lucky she was to have a mother like Phyllis.

After Lauren was gone, Kyle came downstairs and talked to Jack. Since Harrison was already expecting to go to NY, Kyle had told him that Tara went to NY early so that Harrison could spend a few extra days with his grandpa. Jack thought that was a smart answer that bought them some time to figure how how to tell Harrison, or whether to tell him. Jack bemoaned the fact that they were just preparing Harrison for the situation with Ashland, and now there was more bad news. Kyle asked what would happen to Tara. Jack said that if the accountant was telling the truth, she’d spend a few years behind bars, no matter how good her lawyer was. Kyle castigated himself for trusting Tara, but Jack said there was no shame in giving people the benefit of the doubt. “Look I have been kicked in the face more than once. It’ll happen again. I hope I never lose my instinct for empathy,” Jack said. Kyle admired the kind of man Jack was and he hoped he’d have that kind of powerful influence over his son. Jack was sure that Kyle would – Kyle had proven it over and over the last few months. Jack said Kyle had his entire family here to support him, and Kyle could do this. “We can do it together,” Jack said. Jack mentioned that Summer’s parents were eager to tell her the news, but he thought Kyle should be the first to call her. Kyle asked Jack to look after Harrison for a few days. Jack had an idea where Kyle was going. Kyle grabbed his passport and smiled.

Some time later, Summer was working from home when she got a knock on the door. Her jaw dropped when she opened it to Kyle. “I’ve come to take you home,” he said, and they shared a long kiss.

At Crimson Lights, Faith talked to Sharon about the concert while they worked behind the counter. It was so much fun, Faith said. She and Moses had backstage passes and spent time hanging out with the band. Sharon asked if the best part was hanging with the band, and Faith said not exactly. Sharon asked if it was being with Moses. Faith smiled. Moses walked in, and Sharon talked to him about the concert. He really liked getting to look behind the scenes and see how everything came together, but his favorite part was being with Faith. Sharon revealed that Faith just said something similar about Moses. “Mom!,” Faith exclaimed. Moses gave Faith a white album, and Sharon asked if it was the Beatles. He said it was Tigirlily’s set that Devon had pressed. Faith asked if Devon was selling them, and Moses said no, it was a memento. Faith was excited it was signed. Sharon thought it was too bad they didn’t have a turntable, but Moses said he had a digital copy.

Even though Faith had been working, Sharon let her and Moses go to the patio to listen to the album. Faith told Moses he was the best. Faith admired her album. It was a collector’s item. Moses said it was one of a kind. She couldn’t believe he did this. He said that Devon made it happen, but she said it was Moses’s idea. Faith liked hearing Moses talk about how inspired he was by being backstage. She asked if that was what he wanted to do now. He said maybe. He was sure he sounded like a flake, first he wanted to be a doctor, like his cousin, then he thought he might want to go into music, like his brother. She said no one thought he was a flake, least of all her. He stepped outside for a minute because his internet wasn’t working, and she looked at the inscription on her album. It said “To Faith, hold onto Moses. He’s a keeper. Love Kendra and Krista.”

Rey was at Crimson Lights with Sharon. She was really starting to worry about Mariah. She knew she said Tessa was overreacting by wanting to get the police involved, but this was so unlike Mariah. He couldn’t use department resources unless a formal missing person’s report was filed, but he’d unofficially looked into it, and there wasn’t anything. She said she’d contact Abby and Tessa – maybe they heard from Mariah. Sharon didn’t want Faith to know about Mariah being missing. Faith was on the patio with Moses, and Sharon had noticed that her daughter lit up when he was in the room. Rey thought Moses was a good kid. He was glad she’d gotten better at picking friends. He told her he’d had a friendly conversation with Victor. He told her about the job offer. It was an attractive offer, but he turned it down. She was glad. “You don’t want to work for Victor Newman,” she said. He knew. He’d said he was happy at the GCPD, but the truth was that if a better option came along – better pay, less risk and more time with Sharon… For that last thing alone, he’d be crazy not to at least consider it.

Sharon was surprised to hear Rey talking about changing careers. He wasn’t looking for a new job, but he just thought it’d be foolish to close himself off to new opportunities. “Oh no, you’re not regretting turning the job down with Victor are you?, she asked. Victor, and he said no. She was glad, because as attractive as it sounded, he should remind himself that he’d be working for Victor Newman. He smiled and said he didn’t need to remind himself, because she was doing it for him.

Adam called Sharon and got her voice mail. He said he may have made her uncomfortable with some things he’d said lately. He didn’t want her to feel that way. He said not to worry about him, because he’d keep his distance.
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Recap written by Christine

At that Abbott house, Tara groused that she was in a no-win situation. She maintained that someone was lying about her. Her money was on Phyllis, but it could be Sally, and since Jack was fond of both of them, no matter what Tara said, he’d take offense. He said that Sally and Phyllis could take care of themselves. His concern was Tara, and his primary objective was to make sure Harrison wasn’t subjected to unnecessary drama. She thought he had a funny way of showing it – repeating all these hurtful accusations. He urged her to trust him enough to tell him the truth. He got the sense she wanted to tell him something. Jack didn’t judge. He’d made his share of mistakes and hurt people he cared about. He wasn’t proud of that, but he was proud of the moments he took responsibility. He said people could earn trust and respect, but it had to start with honesty. She said not everyone was as compassionate as him. He was sure being married to Ashland taught her not to be vulnerable. He said she was on safer ground now – as Harrison’s mother, she was always going to be part of this family. He thought she knew how much family meant to him.

Tara said, despite what everyone thought, she didn’t stay with Ashland for his money or status. Back then, Kyle was wonderful, but by the time they parted ways, she knew he wasn’t ready to be a father. Jack agreed – Kyle had a lot of growing up to do back then. Tara said that when she got in contact with Kyle again, he was ready to settle down, but with someone else. That was hard for her to see. To know things might have been different if the timing hadn’t always been so off. She’d smiled and congratulated Summer and Kyle on their engagement, and she tried to mean it. Jack asked what changed. Tara said that Sally pushed her to go after what she wanted and get Harrison what he deserved. Tara wished that she’d heeded the warning to stay away from Sally. She said if there was a chance she could give her son a stable household with a loving mother and father, she was going to take it. Jack asked what Sally proposed. Tara explained that Sally said she got Summer a fabulous job, and all Tara had to do was get her to take it. Jack asked how Tara accomplished that. She was sure he could figure it out. He said she’d threatened to take Harrison away from Kyle. Tara reminded Jack that he promised not to judge. She said she was only fighting for what she knew was best for her son. He nodded.

Kyle was at Crimson Lights when Summer video called. He said it was good to see her face. She was confused about the cryptic message he sent, but she didn’t think she needed the details. She stated that they’d already said their goodbyes. She didn’t think they should talk, because it’d just make it harder for them to move on. “So, it’s hard for you too,” he noted. He said he was going to find out the real reason she broke up with him. Near tears, she asked why he couldn’t let this go. He said he tried, but Phyllis wouldn’t quit digging for evidence that Sally and Tara conspired against her. Summer said she begged Phyllis to stop. He asked why she’d do that if there was nothing for Phyllis to find. Summer insisted that she made her own decision to leave him. He believed that, but he asked what kind of pressure she was under when she made it. He said there was more evidence coming out every day – Phyllis would never stop, and Nick was getting suspicious too. The truth would come out, and Kyle thought he deserved to hear it from Summer.

Summer implored Kyle not to make her say things that would only hurt him. He said he was already hurting – if she’d told himself he was fine and moving on, she was way off base. He missed her like crazy. She missed him too, but that didn’t mean it was right for them to be together. She said, for his own sake, he had to stop coming up with these alternative theories for why they broke up. “Why for my sake? What are you trying to protect me from? What could be worse than losing you?,” he asked. She covered and said it was just a phrase. She tried to end the call, but he quickly asked if she was worried he might lose Harrison. She asked why he’d say that. He told her Jack’s theory that Tara used Harrison for leverage. Summer admitted it was true. She tearfully said she was going to tell Kyle that night at his family’s place, but then Tara came downstairs and said if Summer said anything, she’d take Harrison and leave the next day. Summer was so sorry for hurting Kyle, but she didn’t know what else to do. He said she should’ve told him – they could’ve come up with a plan, called lawyers. She said she thought about it from every angle, and there was no way out. She couldn’t be the reason he lost his son. She said that poor little boy was stuck with that awful woman, and he needed Kyle. Kyle said he’d call Summer back, and he ended the call, as she tried tell him him he couldn’t confront Tara.

Phyllis and Nick went up to her suite so they could talk in private. He asked why she slammed her computer shut so he couldn’t see what she was doing. She stated that she was trying to protect him. He reminded her that they agreed to be partners in crime. He insisted that she tell him everything. He asked if she learned something new about Tara and Sally targeting Summer. She said she was past that. She was following up on the tip Lauren gave them about Tara’s shoe company holding back on their financials to Fenmore’s. Nick asked what this had to do with Summer. “Well, they got Al Capone on tax evasion. So whatever it takes, you know?,” she replied. Sighing, Nick assumed Phyllis planned to hack Tara’s accounts and go through her business records. He was sure the DA’s wife would enjoy hearing that. Phyllis said that if they found something incriminating, Lauren would be appreciative. Nick wasn’t so sure about that. Phyllis said she hadn’t even done anything yet, mainly because she hadn’t been able to breach Tara’s firewall, but she was sure she’d be able to get in. Smiling, she got back on her laptop.

Nick thought Phyllis was probably right about Tara’s financial records being shady, but he was concerned this could backfire on Phyllis. Hacking was next-level, and it put her at risk, he stated. She promised she’d be careful. He said that if Tara and Sally found out what Phyllis did, they’d have a powerful weapon to use against her. He asked why she couldn’t just keep investigating what Tara and Sally did to Summer. Frustrated, she said because no matter what theories she came up with, it might not be enough to take those girls down. She said Jack forgave Sally once, and he probably would again. She figured he’d go easy on Tara. Nick thought that was true, since Jack wouldn’t want to alienate his grandson’s mother. Phyllis said they couldn’t count on the Abbotts. She was near tears because Summer wasn’t fighting for herself either. She said it was up to her and Nick to neutralize Tara.

Nick said the whole – should Phyllis or shouldn’t she – debate would be moot unless she could get through the firewall. “I mean, um have we met? I mean you know who you’re dealing with right?” she asked. He offered to help. She thought it was so sweet that he was volunteering to be an accessory to the crime. Sweet was the last thing he felt when he thought about what Tara and Sally did to Summer. In a sultry tone, Phyllis promised Nick they’d challenge their rage together later. He asked what that meant. “You know what I mean,” she said.

Phyllis downloaded a program to bust through the firewall. It was only supposed to take a few minutes, but the time remaining kept going up instead of down. Nick was concerned the program wasn’t going to work. He said they needed a backup plan, and he asked if she knew another way to get into Tara’s records. She said that depended on how criminal he wanted to get. They could hire a forensic accountant to pose as an IRS agent. He thought that sounded like multiple felonies. She suggested an anonymous tip to ChancComm to start the rumor mill. He thought they needed something more immediate. Summer video called and snapped at Phyllis for ruining everything and stirring up trouble.

Summer said Kyle just told her that Phyllis had been relentless and getting Jack all worked up. “Why would you do this to me? Why couldn’t you just drop it when I asked you?,” Summer cried. Phyllis said she wouldn’t let those girls manipulate her daughter and get away with it. Summer said it wasn’t Phyllis’s call. Nick wanted Summer to hear Phyllis out. Phyllis noted that Summer wasn’t denying any of this. She didn’t think Summer knew how devious and repulsive those girls were. Phyllis revealed that Sally flew to LA and got Eric Forrester to recommend Summer for the job. Summer didn’t know that, though she’d assumed Sally was involved somehow. She said it didn’t matter though. Nick asked what Sally was involved in. Summer broke down and told her parents the whole story. Phyllis felt vindicated, but Summer told her to stop celebrating, because this was not a good thing. Nick thought the truth coming out was good. Summer said she was trying to protect Kyle from losing his son, but because Phyllis kept prying, Jack guessed what happened, and when Kyle called, Summer blurted it all out. She had a horrible feeling that Kyle was on his way to confront Tara, and it was all going to blow up. “And if it does, Mom, it’s because you wouldn’t stop,” Summer yelled.

Phyllis said Nick was right – the truth was out, and that was for the best. Summer asked if they’d still be saying that when Kyle lost his son. Phyllis said that wasn’t going to happen. Summer said Phyllis wasn’t a judge, and she had no power to stop Tara. Nick couldn’t believe the sacrifice Summer made for Kyle. Summer said it was all for nothing. Phyllis disagreed. She said she was digging into Tara’s past. Summer begged Phyllis to just stop. She ended the call. “Who was right?,” Phyllis asked. Nick admitted she was. She made a little speech about how she’d been right about Tara and Sally all along. He believed that Summer made a good point. “If your actions lead to Tara taking off with Harrison don’t expect to hear any gratitude from me or from Summer or especially Jack. He is crazy about that little boy and if Tara’s not around, who do you think’s gonna wind up getting blamed?,” he asked. The laptop pinged, and Phyllis said now all she had to do was access to Tara’s hard drive and all her financials. “That bitch isn’t getting away with this,” Phyllis vowed.

Kyle burst into the Abbott house and asked Jack where Tara was. He said she was upstairs with Harrison. Kyle was enraged, and he told Jack that Tara bullied Summer into leaving. Jack calmly said he already knew – Tara just told him. Kyle snarled that now Tara was telling the truth as the walls were coming down. Jack didn’t blame Kyle for being livid, but he said Kyle and Tara shared a child, so Kyle had to find out a way to get past this. “She forced Summer to break up with me! She tried to wreck my life!,” Kyle bellowed, as Jack urged him to calm him down. Tara rushed downstairs and firmly asked Kyle to keep his voice down or Harrison would hear him. He asked how she could do this to him. “I’m sorry. It was wrong,” Tara flatly replied. “Oh, well, that’s that. As long as she’s sorry,” Kyle sarcastically said to Jack. Kyle turned back to Tara and brought up all the hours she spent consoling him over a breakup she caused. She said she thought she was doing what was best for their son. He growled at her not to make this about Harrison. He thought that she put herself first and didn’t care who got hurt. Kyle was in Tara’s face, so Jack grabbed his arm and called a timeout. He thought Kyle needed to calm down. Tara figured there was no coming back from this. She asked what happened now. He glared at her.

Michael and Amanda met at Society. She assumed he’d been in touch with Sutton’s attorney about the recording she made. Michael said Sutton’s lawyer didn’t think Sutton’s remarks on Richard Nealon comprised a confession or established guilt of any time. The lawyer was going to use the same strategy that Amanda proposed before – deflecting attention to possible suspects at Newman. Amanda was infuriated that her own argument would be used to defend the man who killed her father. She said Naya refused to acknowledge Sutton could be guilty; Naya even hoped Michael wouldn’t press charges. Michael intended to pursue the case, but he wasn’t sure he could get the charges reinstated unless they found more substantial evidence. Amanda looked disappointed, and Michael told her to hang in there. He left.

Amanda called Imani and asked if she was with Naya. She was. Amanda needed a favor. Imani and Naya arrived at Society, and Amanda said lunch was her treat. Amanda asked how Naya was. Naya was having nightmares about being back in that jail cell. Imani said she and Naya were grateful Amanda was able to get Naya released. Naya asked if Sutton knew he was being recorded. She thought it’d be really clever of him to say just enough to get her released without incriminating himself. Imani said Sutton did incriminate himself. She felt that he’d proven his guilt when he had Naya confess to a crime she didn’t commit. Amanda said that the things Sutton said might not be enough to get the charges reinstated. Naya asked if that meant her father would go free, and Amanda said no. she was confident the trial would move forward. Imani knew Amanda wouldn’t be okay with it if Sutton was acquitted. Amanda said she’d have other options, like filing a civil suit against him. Imani noted that the burden of proof was lower in civil court. Amanda said if Sutton was found liable, it’d be the final blow to his political career, and the financial judgment would ruin him. “You can’t do that!,” Naya insisted.

Naya asked how Amanda could even think of suing Sutton for Richard’s death. He was elderly, and his reputation took a hit, which meant everything to him. Amanda hissed that Sutton’s reputation was far more important to him than her father’s life, and she told Naya not to dare say she didn’t think he did it. Naya said even if Sutton had something to do with it, did Amanda really want him to lose his life’s work? She thought that was so vindictive. Amanda said that was exactly what she wanted. Amanda understood Naya loved her father, but Amanda never got a chance to love her father, because he was callously disposed of before they could meet. Amanda asked if Naya was really okay with Sutton not facing consequences for what he did. Amanda asked if Naya didn’t care about Richard – the father of her firstborn children. Naya said she didn’t know what happened to Richard at first. She thought it was just a terrible accident, and she’d cried for days. She didn’t want to believe Sutton was guilty. Imani gently said that Naya knew in her heart that Sutton did it. “If I admit that? Would it be enough for you? Would you let go of this crusade? Let Sutton live out his days in peace?,” Naya asked. Amanda said it wouldn’t be enough, but it could be a start to healing the mother/daughter relationship. Imani said Amanda would be there in a way Sutton never was.

Naya felt so terrible about dragging Amanda into this mess. She was the one who suggested Sutton hire Amanda for his defense team. Naya hoped Amanda knew that, back then, Naya truly thought Sutton was being wrongfully accused. “I never would’ve tried to trick you into defending your own father’s – even now, it’s hard for me to say the word,” Naya said. She tearfully said she grew up idolizing her father and believing he only wanted the best for her. Imani was sure Amanda understood how hard this was for Naya. Amanda said of course. Naya went to the restroom to fix her makeup. Amanda and Imani agreed that was one hell of an admission. Amanda never thought it’d happen. Imani asked if Amanda was serious about the civil suit. Amanda was serious about seeing Sutton in court. Imani understood the symbolic value, but that would be hard on their mom. She suggested Amanda should think about whether it’d be more productive to build her own future than to litigate their grandfather’s past. Amanda asked if Imani had a problem with her holding Sutton accountable.

Imani admitted that, her first reaction was to agree with Naya that it was vindictive. Bringing a suit whether or not Sutton was guilty, tying it up in court where the legal fees alone could bankrupt him. Amanda started to defend her position, but Imani interjected that this was just her first reaction. Imani said she was raised in the same distorted environment as Naya was, and any criticism for their grandfather set off warning bells. The thought that there was an actual threat of consequences for Sutton’s actions felt downright dangerous to Imani. Imani’s rational side knew this was the least of what he deserved. Imani said Amanda grew up without a family, and Imani didn’t want to minimize that, but there were some things in the Ames household that Amanda was lucky not to experience. Imani hoped Amanda could be patient with her and their mother. It’d take effort to learn to separate the reality from the misconceptions they were raised with. Amanda knew Sutton was a smooth operator and he’d honed the skills over a lifetime. Even she was taken in by him at first. She’d felt a pull to please him and live up to his lofty expectations and soak up all his praise. Imani said that was one of his most powerful tools. Amanda said Sutton knew how to find your vulnerabilities and exploit them. Amanda said she understood how hard it was for Imani and Naya to shake off the need for his approval, since he’d trained them to prize it over all else. Near tears, Amanda said she appreciated that they were willing to try. Imani said they had to stop letting him influence them. In time, she thought Naya would get there. Amanda cried about what it meant to her to have a relationship with her sister and mother – it was new, so she was trying, but it was incredibly precious.

Victoria was in NY at Ashland’s place. She remembered him proposing to her. He returned, and he said he’d been meeting with a Realtor about putting his homes on the market. He’d taken his time to give her a chance to absorb the shock of his proposal. She wondered who’d been more surprised by it – him or her. He called it a draw. He said the impulse struck, and he felt no need to hold back, because he knew she wouldn’t either. He wanted her to give it to him straight. She wasn’t sure how to react – he’d caught her off guard. He didn’t regret asking, even if she turned him down. He felt exhilarated to feel the hope and possibility instead of the limitations of the disease. She wanted him to feel optimism, but they couldn’t ignore reality. She didn’t think that this move would make logical sense, but logic didn’t bring them to this point – they’d thrown caution to the wind. She didn’t have any complaints though. He knew that she would at some point, since this would all end in tears. She said, in the meantime, the whirlwind romance had been the best most intense thing that ever happened to her, and she didn’t want to rein herself in. She told him that was a yes. They kissed.

Victoria and Ashland had a champagne toast. He said he’d have to tell his doctors he had another reason to stay alive. She suggested he say he wanted to stay alive long enough to get sick of him, and he said that would take another 50 years. They toasted to their golden wedding anniversary. He thought they should keep this news between them. People loved to pass judgment on what they didn’t understand, and he didn’t want her dealing with that. She knew people would think she took advantage of him, just like they assumed that’s what happened with the merger. However, she didn’t give a damn what people thought, and she didn’t think they should elope. She said this love was big, bold and death-defying. She wanted an epic celebration, unless he didn’t have the energy. He thought having something to plan and look forward to would keep him going. He loved the idea, and he loved her. They kissed.

Ashland wanted to take Victoria out on the town to celebrate. She was concerned he’d overexert himself, but he said he’d rest on the plane ride home. He wanted to at least take her to his top five places. She wasn’t sure they’d make it to all of them, but they’d try. He said that was kind of their thing – never letting a moment go to waste. They kissed and headed out the door.

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Recap written by Christine

Lily got home and discovered Billy had arranged a romantic evening to welcome her back from her trip. Candles and flowers decorated the living room. They held each other and swayed, like they were dancing, though there was no music. He asked how the move went, and she said it was good – she got Mattie away from her psychotic roommate and into a new place. He said it was lonely as hell without her, and the kids were on a sleepover too. He asked how he did with the romantic setting. He’d watched rom-coms for inspiration. She said he did well, but he didn’t have to watch movies for inspiration, because he was all she needed. They kissed. Later, they were undressed on the couch, covered by a blanket, enjoying caviar and vodka. She took back what she said about him not needing to watch movies for inspiration because this was fantastic. She said she really missed him, and she wanted to go in for round two. She kissed him.

Later, Billy and Lily were curled up on the couch, with her on his chest. She said Mattie was genuinely thrilled that Lily and Billy were happy. It was weird having such a mature and supportive daughter. It was like they’d switched roles. Her babies had grown up. Even Charlie was self-sufficient. Lily felt a little nostalgic for the past sometimes, but she loved seeing the people her kids were becoming. He hoped it didn’t feel weird parenting little kids again, now that Johnny and Katie were here full time. She loved that time she’d spent with Johnny, and Katie was an angel. She said deciding to share her life with him was the best move she’d made in a long time. He felt he was lucky to have her. He felt peace because of her. She inspired him, and he felt like an older wiser version of himself. This felt so strong, and right, he said. She said that this meant they had a mature – not old – kind of love. He wanted to get to know her kids better. He knew they didn’t live nearby, but he thought it was important that they knew how much he loved their mother. He suggested a family vacation with all their kids. She liked the idea, but she said it was a big step. He said he wanted to take the step with her.

Rey took some time out of his shift to spend time with Sharon at Crimson Lights. Before they had a chance to talk, Jack came in and asked if Sharon had heard from Mariah. Sharon said Mariah was taking some personal time, but she was scheduled to be back today. Jack didn’t want to be insensitive, but Mariah hadn’t been in contact with anyone at Jabot, and she’d left them in the lurch. They’d had to put projects on hold. Sharon said that wasn’t like Mariah. Jack said that if Mariah didn’t return soon, he was going to have to find a replacement.

At the Chancellor house, Tessa told Abby that she checked in with the doctor’s office, and Mariah hadn’t rescheduled the appointment. Abby wondered why she hadn’t shown up yet. Tessa said that Mariah was cutting it close, but she technically still had time. Abby and Tessa were stunned when they received a group text from “Mariah.” “What is this? Why would Mariah send such a bland group text over something so important?,” Tessa exclaimed. “Mariah” said she was sorry, but that she wasn’t ready to face the doctor or come home yet; she needed to get into a better head space, and she needed to do it on her own. Abby didn’t understand – before Mariah left, she’d been eager to go to the doctor. Abby said she’d pressured Mariah so much that she regretted becoming a surrogate. She moaned that she’d pushed Mariah away from everyone who cared about her, including Tessa. Abby had tried to talk to Mariah, but she wouldn’t even respond to her texts. Abby said they had to pray Mariah could work this out herself, not just for her, but for the baby.

After Abby left, Nina arrived and talked to Tessa. She said Abby told her about the text. Tessa had asked Mariah to send her a clue earlier, and she wondered if it might be buried in the text. Nina wished she knew. She asked if Tessa had any trouble tracking the phone. Tessa kept getting the “location blocked” message. She didn’t have the resources for this, so she thought they should go to a detective.

Tessa and Nina went to Crimson Lights and talked to Sharon and Rey. Tessa kept thinking that someone else might be sending the text messages. Sharon asked why someone would do that. Tessa didn’t know, and she didn’t care what the motive was, but she was freaking out, and she needed to know where Mariah was. Sharon gently said that Tessa had never been pregnant, so she didn’t understand how overwhelming it could be. Sharon was sure Nina knew what she was saying, and she asked what Nina thought. Nina was torn. She knew what Sharon meant about pregnancy, but she said Tessa and Mariah were so close, and she didn’t think Tessa’s instincts should be ignored. Nina told Tessa to show them the app. Tessa gave her phone to Rey. He didn’t think she should put much stock in the app, as the sort of tracking apps available to consumers were unreliable. Tessa asked if the GCPD had better technology. Rey wasn’t sure they should go there just yet, especially if Sharon wasn’t worried. Tessa knew Sharon knew her daughter, but she and Mariah shared a heart. “And that heart – our heart, is telling me that something is very wrong,” Tessa said.

Tessa was very upset – Mariah was missing, and she didn’t understand why Sharon was being nonchalant. She felt that she’d wasted her time coming here. Sharon said that they weren’t dismissing how Tessa felt. Sharon knew that Tessa knew Mariah better than anyone. She noted that Mariah missed a doctor’s appointment and she hadn’t been in touch with her job. Rey thought the evidence still pointed to the fact that Mariah was choosing to stay away. It would be difficult for him to launch an official police matter. Sharon said that Mariah shouldn’t be alone while she was working through this. “If you can’t help me as a cop, can you help me as my husband?,” she asked.

Nick and Devon met at The Grand Phoenix. They talked about New Hope’s successful charity concert. Nick was happy Devon made his daughter’s dream come true by introducing her to Tigirlily. Devon said he did it as a favor to Moses. Nick and Devon thought Moses and Faith were on the right track. Phyllis arrived, and Devon left. Phyllis informed Nick that Sally flew all the way to LA and convinced Eric to recommend Summer for the job in Milan. He thought that was odd, but it also sounded benevolent on the surface. Phyllis noted that Sally left LA under a black cloud, and Summer was her rival. Why would Sally have Eric recommend Summer for the job Sally been gunning for? Nick thought it made sense that Sally’s endgame was to get Summer out of town, then take the job at JCV, but he asked what Sally was guilty of – recommending Summer for her dream job? Phyllis thought they were missing a piece of the puzzle. She wondered what pushed Summer over the edge to make her feel she had to call off her engagement and say yes to the job. Sally walked in, and Phyllis decided to go find out.

Phyllis asked Sally if she got the picture of her, Eric and Angelina. Sally said she thought Phyllis drunk-texted the wrong person. Phyllis said she’d been stone cold sober, and she got the dirt on Sally. Phyllis said Eric knew Sally was up to something. Sally said if that were true, he wouldn’t have done her a favor. “And the favor that he did me benefited Summer. Right? Isn’t that what he told you? So, you’re welcome,” Sally said. Phyllis told Sally to just drop it and come clean. “I will leave you alone,” Phyllis added. Sally claimed she had nothing to come clean about, and she didn’t believe Phyllis would leave her alone. Sally said she was getting on the elevator, so Phyllis should grab her laptop to watch her on video. Sally walked away, and Nick said she was definitely up to something.

Nick told Phyllis that if she was involved in something like this again, he’d be by her side the whole time. He didn’t want her to feel like she had to keep a secret from him. Phyllis arranged for Jack to meet them at the hotel. Lauren happened to come by. Phyllis and Nick debated on whether or not to fill Lauren in. Nick thought they should wait until they had more information. Lauren pointed out that she was standing right here, so Phyllis sat her down for a talk. Phyllis thought Lauren should reconsider letting Sally run JCV. Lauren said she’d already made the position permanent. Phyllis revealed that Sally maneuvered things so she could get Summer out of town and she could get the job at JCV. Lauren found that very hard to believe. As far as Lauren knew, Sally wanted the job in Italy for herself, and when Summer got it, she suggested that Sally take her place. Nick said that may have been part of the deal. Lauren asked if Nick was buying into Phyllis’s theory. Phyllis said it wasn’t a theory – Sally and Tara worked together to get Summer’s job and fiance. Lauren said Phyllis had better have some major proof, because Sally was doing an amazing job, and Fenmore’s was about to acquire Tara’s shoe company. “That deal cannot happen!,” Phyllis insisted. She said Tara was as duplicitous and manipulative as Sally. Phyllis saw a look on Lauren’s face and it made her think Lauren knew something. Lauren was reluctant to say anything because she didn’t have any evidence. Phyllis contended that Lauren should open up just like they’d done with her. Lauren didn’t want Phyllis jumping to conclusions and using this against the two women she was in business with. Phyllis thought Lauren should do her due diligence now instead of getting duped later. Lauren said her team was doing due diligence, but they were having trouble getting some of the financial documents, which was odd because it was just an audit. Phyllis was sure Tara was hiding something in her books, but Lauren said not necessarily. She wanted to reserve judgment until she saw the documents. “Yeah, if you ever see them,” Phyllis replied. Lauren said that she had a lot to think about, and she left.

Nick was starting to get very upset on Summer’s behalf, and Phyllis said good. He left to take a call for New Hope. Phyllis got on her laptop and said that she was was going to try and figure out Tara’s password. Jack walked in, and she closed the computer lid. He said this better be good. Phyllis told Jack that Sally maneuvered to get Angelina to hire Summer. He thought that was strange since Sally wanted the job, but he said that didn’t mean she was being malevolent. Phyllis groaned that Jack was still protecting Sally. He said Sally could’ve made an off hand comment to Eric that got misconstrued. He said even if Sally was guilty, he was fed up with the constant attacks against her. Phyllis was frustrated that Jack was acting like Sally was an innocent victim. “I don’t care. This has got to stop! I’m done Phyllis. No more,” he snapped. He was about to leave until Phyllis lied and said Sally had confessed that she and Tara worked together to force Summer out of town.

Jack believed Phyllis and went home. He told Tara that Phyllis went to LA and did some digging. She found out some information about Sally and confronted her. Sally felt backed into a corner and confessed to everything. Tara said Phyllis had proven she’d do anything and make things up to cause trouble, like she did with the fake text. Tara said it sounded like Phyllis was the one backed into a corner willing to do anything to prove this crazy theory. Tara hoped he could see that. Jack said that Sally told Phyllis she and Tara worked together to get Summer out of Genoa City. Tara said either Phyllis or Sally lied. “So take your pick between two seasoned liars,” she said. He asked if Tara was sure she wasn’t lying. She asked why she’d lie after all he and Kyle did for her and Harrison. He knew how tempting it was to do whatever it took for your child. He understood going to extremes to protect your family. “Tara, I’m trying to help you out from under all this before it explodes,” he said.

Back at the hotel, Phyllis looked through the records on Tara’s shoe line and tried to find the profit and loss data. Nick returned, and she slammed the laptop shut. He asked how it went with Jack, and Phyllis said she thought he heard her, finally. Nick asked what Phyllis was doing on the laptop. She lied, and he saw right through it. “What did we just talk about?,” he said, frustrated. “No more secrets. So save us both some time and tell me what you’re really up to,” he said.

Abby went to Devon’s and brought him up to speed. Abby had tried not to get too upset in front of Tessa, because Mariah was her first concern. ‘But Mariah is carrying our baby and we have no idea where they are,” Abby exclaimed. He knew she was stressed, but they had to believe that Mariah was taking care of herself and the baby. Abby thought so too, but her motherly instinct was kicking in, and she felt helpless. She was sorry she kept laying this on him, but Chance wasn’t here. He told her not to apologize for that. She hadn’t heard from Chance lately. She knew what she was signing up for when she married Chance, and she couldn’t blame him for who he was. Devon said Abby was entitled to have feelings. She said Chance was so good at calming her down, and now he was gone, and she was facing this alone. Devon said Abby wasn’t alone – there were people here for her. Abby knew that, but Chance was her husband, and this was their dream, and it felt wrong to be facing this without him. She yelled that Chance was protecting other people when he should be protecting his wife and baby. She said that he should be here when she needed him the most. He’d been gone for too long, and she needed him.

After venting, Abby felt like it was wrong to be angry at Chance. Devon was sure Chance would understand what Abby was going through, and he’d tell her she was doing a fantastic job. He also believed Chance wanted nothing more than to be with Abby, and he’d be home as soon as he could. Abby marveled that Devon was an even better friend now than he was before, and he always knew what to say to reassure her. She asked him to promise to offer the same wisdom and comfort to their baby when he was born. He guaranteed it.

Mariah woke up because the baby kicked. She was still locked in the room. She thanked him for kicking and asked him to keep letting her know he was there. She said they had to keep fighting or they’d never get out of here. Mariah searched the wall for weak spots, but then she realized that if she broke through, she had no idea what was waiting on the other side. She told the “kiddo” she should’ve watched more prison break movies. She decided kiddo wasn’t the best nickname anymore. He was the only one she’d been able to talk to right now, so she thought they needed something more personal. Since he’d been kicking so much lately, she thought he needed a rock star nickname. Freddie, as in Mercury, Bruno, as in Mars. She settled on Bowie, and she assured him that if he didn’t like it, it was only temporary until he got back to his mommy for something official. She said everyone must be so worried. She’d secretly been hoping Tessa would burst through the door and save them. She told Bowie that they needed to save themselves. His namesake had a song about heroes, and they needed to be their own.

Mariah told Bowie that she grew up in a cult, with a leader who posed as her father. If she made a list of people who may have done this to her and Bowie, Ian Ward would be at the top of the list. He was supposed to be in prison, though, and while he could’ve sent one of his minions after her, she assumed he had bigger fish to fry. She said Tessa had her fair share of run ins with shady people. Tessa was a pure spirit, like Bowie, but her background was cruel and unfair, just like Mariah’s. She guessed it could be someone from Tessa’s past, but she really didn’t know. She said they were stuck until the person or people holding them revealed themselves. She fought back tears, and she yelled that this was getting really old. She begged her captor to tell her why they were doing this. “What did I do?,” she yelled.

Mariah banged on the door and tried to open int. She gave up, exhausted, and she apologized to the baby. She promised Bowie that she would protect him from her anger and fear. She said whoever was keeping them had to talk to them eventually, and once she got some facts, she could start working on a plan to get them out of here. “I’m not giving up. I’m not giving up,” Mariah said.

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