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Chanel on "Days of Our Lives" 8/12/21

Tripp gets out of the shower at home and answers the door to see Chanel. Chanel remarks that here we go again with another guy in a towel. Chanel tells him to try not to let it fall off. Chanel says she came to talk to Allie but Philip informs her that she’s not there. Chanel questions where the hell Allie is, if she didn’t spend the night with Tripp.

Claire and Allie remain in the interrogation room. Claire complains that it’s easier to stay up all night clubbing than in the police station. Allie tells her to try having a baby then they can talk about sleep deprivation. Claire says it was nice of Roman to look after Henry so Allie could be Ciara’s maid of honor. Allie bets Ciara is regretting that decision now. Claire jokes about Allie helping Ben kidnap Ciara and says she doesn’t think they are allowed to listen to them in here. Allie insists that she didn’t think it would end up like this and asks how long they can keep them here for anyway. Claire assures that it will be fine and that Belle will get them out soon.

Belle goes to the police station and tells Eli that he needs to let Allie and Claire go now. Belle says that Ben kidnapped Ciara, so he can go track him down. Eli informs her that Shawn is pursuing a lead since Ciara’s motorcycle was found outside the DiMera Gatehouse, so they are staking the area to make sure Ben doesn’t come back with her. Belle says that’s great and that Eli doesn’t need Allie or Claire. Eli responds that he’s happy to let them go as soon as they tell him where Ben took Ciara. Eli declares that this isn’t over until Theo gets his bride back.

Abe takes Theo to the Brady Pub but Theo doesn’t want breakfast, he just wants Ciara back. Abe assures that they will find her but says Theo won’t help if he passes out. Theo insists that he’s fine. Abe then turns to the door to the Pub and sees a flyer on it for a $100,000 reward to find Ben and Ciara.

Ciara wakes up in bed at the cabin. Ben is passed out in a chair nearby. Ciara looks around and thinks back to Ben trying to bring back her memory. Ben then wakes up and looks over at Ciara. Ben says good morning but Ciara asks what’s good about it. Ben responds that seeing her first thing in the morning already made his day. Ben asks how she slept. Ciara says it could’ve been worse and jokes about him kidnapping her. Ciara can’t believe she tore her own wedding dress to make a splint for his ankle. Ciara says she’ll just get another dress when she goes back to Salem to marry Theo. Ciara guesses Theo and her family must be so worried about her, other than Allie and Claire being his partners in crime. Ben says they care about her and were just trying to help her remember how much they love each other. Ciara argues that she loves Theo and that Theo is the man she’s going to spend her life with. Ben says she can tell herself that but he will refuse to accept it. Ciara says that’s his problem and this time, she’s actually leaving. Ben reminds her that the car won’t start. Ciara says she will walk. Ben asks her not to go.

Chanel tells Tripp that Nicole said Allie never came home, so they both assumed she spent the night with Tripp. Tripp asks if she texted her. Chanel says she did and her phone goes straight to voicemail. Tripp asks about Henry. Chanel says that Nicole said he’s with Allie’s grandfather, but it’s not like Allie to stay out all night. Chanel questions where she would even go. Tripp decides to call Roman to check with him.

Eli tells Belle that he has every right to hold Allie and Claire for questioning and Melinda will back him up on that because what they did was wrong. Belle argues that they were just trying to help a friend. Eli complains that Ciara was abducted on her wedding day. Belle understands he’s coming at this differently because of Theo. Eli says that Theo loves her and he hears that he’s really upset about this. Belle points out that this is personal for him. Eli says he’s just doing his job but admits it is personal since Theo is his family. Belle gets that but reminds him that Allie and Claire are his family too.

Allie on "Days of Our Lives" 8/12/21

Allie guesses Ciara must have lost it when she realized Ben was the limo driver. Claire hopes being at the cabin will jog her memory. Allie notes that being where they first fell in love. Claire brings up trying to set Ciara on fire twice. Allie encourages that if Ciara remembers everything, she’ll remember forgiving her for that too. Claire prays that Ben’s plan works. Allie hopes Theo will forgive them for ruining his wedding.

Theo complains about the flyer listing Ben and Ciara as a couple and argues that they are divorced so he questions why they would write that. Abe guesses Victor offered the reward and the only photo he had of Ben was a wedding photo. Theo questions why he wouldn’t tell them that he’s doing this. Abe says that’s just Victor. Paulina then appears and reveals that she’s the one who offered the reward. Abe asks why. Paulina says she heard about Ciara being kidnapped and she wanted to get her back. Theo questions her doing this for him. Paulina says she did it for both of them. Paulina apologizes to Theo and says she can’t imagine what he’s going through right now. Paulina says she grabbed the phone to call Abe when she heard about the wedding, then she realized he wouldn’t want to hear from her but she couldn’t just do nothing so she made the posters. Paulina tells Theo that she’s sorry about the photo as it’s the first one she found online of Ben and Ciara, but it must be painful seeing them together. Theo declares that the only thing that matters is finding Ciara. Abe notes that $100,000 is a lot of money. Paulina assures that she will gladly pay it if they bring Ciara back home. Theo doesn’t know what to say and thanks her. Abe thanks her as well.

Tripp tells Roman to let him know if he can help with Henry at all as he hangs up. Tripp informs Chanel that Roman said Allie spent the night at the police station after she and Claire helped Ben kidnap Ciara. Chanel recognizes Ciara as the one that’s engaged to Theo. Tripp explains that it happened right before the wedding. Chanel declares that if Allie is in trouble, she has to go help her. Tripp asks what she’s going to do. Chanel says she doesn’t know but she’s sure that she’s upset and scared and she’s her friend. Tripp declares that Allie is his girlfriend, so if anyone should go down there to help her, it should be him.

Belle gets that Eli is under pressure because Theo is Lani’s brother, but Allie and Claire are his cousins and they were just trying to help Ciara remember how much she loves Ben. Eli complains that Belle is acting like this is no big deal, but Ciara is missing and has been abducted by a man she doesn’t remember loving and that she thinks is a serial killer. Belle says Ben is not that guy anymore. Eli says he’s not saying that he is, but if he was Ciara, he would be scared and might do something desperate to escape. Eli tells Belle to go get Allie and Claire to tell everything they know about where Ben took Ciara.

Claire complains about still wearing the wedding dress she put on to pretend to be Ciara. Claire asks when they will get out of here. Allie doesn’t know and says they just have to keep their mouths shut until Ben can get through to Ciara. Claire believes that Ben can get Ciara to remember how much they love each other and that he’s not going to give up.

Ben tells Ciara that it’s at least 20 miles back to Salem, so she’s not walking that. Ciara suggests she can find a store, gas station, or catch a ride with someone. Ben warns that’s not safe. Ciara jokes that if he thinks she’s going to run in to a serial killer, she’s already looking at one. Ben suggests she eat something first. Ciara says there’s no food but Ben reminds her that there’s a full cooler in the back of the limo. Ciara argues that the cooler is evidence that Ben plotted her abduction which will make it easier for the district attorney to nail her. Ben says he’ll get the cooler himself and tries to stand up on his bad ankle but Ciara stops him and sits him back down. Ben claims he’s fine but Ciara tells him to stay there as she goes to get the cooler.

Chanel accuses Tripp of getting possessive and weird about Allie. Tripp says he just wants her to get that he and Allie are together. Chanel assures that he made it very clear. Tripp asks if she’s sure that she’s accepted it. Chanel asks what else he wants her to say. Tripp just wants her to be honest with him. Chanel doesn’t deny that there was something going on between her and Allie and she was hoping it would go somewhere, but Allie made her choice and it’s not her. Tripp asks if she’s okay with that. Chanel responds that she just wants Allie to be happy. Chanel tells Tripp that he has no reason to trip and that he won’t get any trouble from her, which Tripp is glad to hear. Tripp suggests they head down to the police station together. Chanel says that’s a good plan but reminds Tripp to put on some clothes first.

Paulina on "Days of Our Lives" 8/12/21

Abe tells Paulina that her reward is beyond generous. Paulina says she’ll do anything to bring Ciara home. Theo hopes someone has seen her and calls the tip line. Lani shows up and reminds Paulina that she told her to leave her family alone. Paulina says she was just sharing her concerns about Ciara. Lani says they have enough to deal with and complains about the reward, saying that’s not helping so she’s been pulling the flyers down all over town. Theo asks what’s wrong with the reward. Lani argues that it’s very unhelpful for a civilian to do this without consulting the police first, since no one requested a reward. Theo tries to explain, but Lani says she wishes she knew who did this so she could tell them how wrong it was. Paulina then reveals to Lani that it was her.

Ciara finds leftover Chinese food in the cooler. Ben says it was supposed to be their dinner last night. Ciara questions that being his plan. Ben reminds her that it’s what they had on their first date. Ciara remembers him telling her about it but she doesn’t remember or care about it. Ciara calls it a pretty weak date. Ben reminds her that it wasn’t their original plan. Ciara goes over what Ben told her about trying to get a reservation at Julie’s Place, but she still doesn’t care. Ciara says she does care about marrying Theo because she loves him very much and she doesn’t want anything to come between them. Ben says not even the love of her life. Ciara agrees to stay for one plate of Chinese food and then she’s leaving.

Eli brings Belle in to the interrogation room. Claire hugs her and thanks her for coming, saying she told Allie that Belle would come to her rescue. Belle asks if they are okay. Allie says she’s just a little tired and needs to get Henry from Roman. Belle says she would love to take them home. Claire asks if there’s a problem. Belle explains that Eli agreed to release them if they tell him where Ben has taken Ciara. Claire says she’s sorry but they can’t do that.

Ciara complains about cold Chinese food. Ben says they used to argue about leftovers like that. Ben suggests she try the General Tso’s chicken because it was always their favorite. Ben flashes back to when they had it in the past. Ciara asks if he thinks a few bites of the chicken will make her memories flood back. Ben says it could and talks about reading a lot and impressing Ciara with his mechanic skills. Ciara argues that he can’t even fix the limo. Ben says he’s hindered by the broken ankle she gave him. Ciara says he’s being charming but it’s not going to work or make her magically fall in love with him again. Ben decides he’s done forcing the issue then. Ben says he’s done all he can do here and after her gourmet breakfast, she’ll have enough energy to make it back to Salem, so he won’t stand in her way.

Lani questions Paulina offering the reward and says she should’ve guessed. Paulina says she wanted to help. Lani asks why just $100,000 then since Lady Gaga offered half a million for her dogs. Lani asks if Paulina is feeling cheap or if she’s strapped from the fall of Price Town. Paulina says she’s sorry about that. Lani argues that she’s just sorry it didn’t happen. Paulina admits it was a terrible idea and wants to make it up to everyone. Lani accuses her of just trying to buy forgiveness, especially from Abe. Paulina says that’s not true. Lani stops her and says she already tried to buy her way in to their family by offering to pay for the twins’ college tuition. Paulina argues that she did that because she loves her. Lani says Paulina doesn’t know what love is and that she thinks it can be bought. Paulina wants to explain but Lani says they know who she is and what she really cares about. Lani tells her to take her money and go buy some designer clothes because they don’t need her help. Lani then rips the flyer off the door of the Pub. Theo tells Lani it’s okay as he believes that Paulina was trying to help find Ciara and is concerned about her. Lani argues that Paulina is just concerned about rehabbing her image in this town and trying to make them all forget that she wanted to tear it down. Paulina asks Lani what she can do. Lani says nothing because they see her for who she really is. Paulina admits she made a terrible mistake that she wishes she could take back, but asks if she has to be so cold hearted. Lani insists that she’s trying to protect Abe and Theo from being hurt by her again. Paulina complains that they are family. Lani tells her that Abe, Theo, Eli, and the twins are her family while Paulina is nothing to her. Lani tells Paulina to go. Paulina apologizes for intruding on a family crisis and says she will pray that Ciara is found as she then walks away. Abe tells Lani that was uncalled for.

Belle asks if Claire and Allie are saying they don’t know where Ben took Ciara. They don’t respond so Belle asks Eli for a couple minutes alone with her clients. Eli says he’ll be outside if she needs him and steps out. Belle questions what they were thinking. Claire insists they know what they are doing. Belle doesn’t think they do and goes over what they have done and how everyone knows they were in on Ben’s plot. Claire calls it matchmaking. Belle warns that Melinda won’t see it that way. Allie asks how serious this is. Belle warns that if they are charged in the kidnapping, it will go on their permanent record and Eli assured that he will take them straight to a holding cell. Allie questions getting locked up. Belle adds that if they are convicted, they could go to prison so this isn’t a joke. Belle asks if they are really willing to risk all of this for Ben Weston.

Ben on "Days of Our Lives" 8/12/21

Ciara tells Ben that she will leave the food within reach so he can get it and she will send for help as soon as she gets back. Ben says she doesn’t have to. Ciara is pretty sure he’ll be arrested for kidnapping. Ciara wishes she could say it’s been a pleasure but instead she’ll just tell him to never pull anything like this again. Ben assures she doesn’t have to worry about that. Ben stops her and says she cannot leave without having her fortune cookie. Ciara declines and says she’s full. Ciara doesn’t like the taste but Ben says it’s about the fortune. Ciara questions doing that and says she doesn’t care what it says. Ciara asks why Ben cares if she reads her fortune. Ben says it reminds him of how their first date ended as he flashes back to that night. Ciara questions him basing this all on a fortune cookie. Ben points out that their fortunes came true that day because he found the person he waited his whole life for and praises Ciara. Ben says that’s why he is so determined to get her to remember what they once had, because they are meant to be together.

Tripp and Chanel go to the police station to see Allie. Allie asks how they knew she was here. Chanel explains that she came by to get her to sign papers for the bakery, but Nicole said she never came home. Tripp adds that Chanel assumed she was with him, so he called Roman and found out what happened. Tripp assures that Henry is okay. Allie is sorry that she couldn’t call him. Chanel asks if Belle is helping them. Belle says she is trying. Tripp asks if Allie can go home now. Eli says Allie and Claire have chosen not to cooperate so they will be staying here. Belle adds that it’s not too late to change their mind. Allie says they’ll be okay. Eli says if they don’t mind being locked up. Chanel questions taking them to jail. Eli says he has no choice. Tripp calls it crazy and promises to get Allie out of this. Allie asks him to just check on Henry for her as Eli escorts her and Claire away. Tripp questions how Belle is letting this happen. Chanel tells Belle that she has to fix this.

Lani questions Abe thinking she was too hard on Paulina and reminds him that she’s been playing them the entire time she’s been in Salem. Abe points out that this time she was doing the right thing and just trying to help. Lani tells Abe that he can give her the benefit of the doubt, but she’s done. Theo asks them to just focus on Ciara and bringing her home safe. Abe apologizes and agrees. Abe suggests they have breakfast and then focus on finding Ciara. Theo repeats that he has no time to waste with breakfast since every minute he’s apart from Ciara, Ben is taking her further away from him. Abe disagrees but Theo declares that he needs to find Ciara before he loses her forever. Theo then walks away.

Ciara tells Ben that he’s made it very clear that whatever they shared still means a lot to him, but she doesn’t feel it and one fortune cookie isn’t going to change that. Ben knows it seems silly but says it’s really about fate. Ben says when he thought she died in the explosion, he had a gut feeling and would order Chinese food just to feel closer to her again. Ben tells her about when their wedding photo fell on top of a fortune cookie and the fortune said “Nothing is ever lost if you follow your heart”, so that’s what he did. He followed his heart and never stopped, chasing down every sign no matter how many people told him he was crazy or in denial because he knew they were connected. Ben says he could feel her out there and he knew she was still alive, just like he knows now that somewhere inside of her, she still loves him. Ben says he’s trying so hard to reach her. Ciara questions him thinking the fortune cookie is going to make that happen. Ben knows it sounds crazy but that is what he believes. Ciara asks him to promise this will all be over if she opens the cookie. Ben confirms it will be the last thing he asks of her. Ciara then takes the fortune cookie and says if it gets him to shut up once and for all, then she will open it. Ciara opens the fortune cookie so Ben asks what it says.

Belle tells Tripp and Chanel that Allie and Claire know where Ben took Ciara but they are not saying and if they don’t, the district attorney may press charges so she needs to go talk to her. Belle then walks away. Chanel complains that Allie can’t go to prison and doesn’t deserve this while Tripp is sure she’s worried about Henry. Chanel tells Tripp that they have to find some way to help her.

Lani and Abe go in to the Brady Pub for breakfast. Lani asks how Theo seemed to him. Abe says he’s scared but holding it together which is more than he can say for her. Abe adds that they were all upset about Price Town and nobody felt more betrayed than he did, but Paulina owned her mistakes and let the project go which was a substantial financial loss. Lani asks if she’s supposed to forget what she did. Abe knows they love each other and he thinks Paulina is sincere in wanting to make amends so he asks why Lani can’t let her.

Paulina goes home and is on the phone until the doorbell rings. Paulina answers the door to see Theo, who apologizes for Lani being hostile towards her. Paulina understands she feels betrayed. Theo just wanted her to know that he really appreciates her wanting to find Ciara. Paulina then reveals that she thinks maybe she already did.

Ciara on "Days of Our Lives" 8/12/21

Ben asks Ciara what the fortune says. Ciara responds that it just says “Yes” and questions how that’s a fortune. Ben is confused by it just being one word. Ciara says so much for fate and tells Ben that she has to go. Ciara doesn’t know how long it will take for someone to come get him, but she’s sure he’ll be fine. Ciara says goodbye to Ben and gets up to leave but she has a memory. Ben asks what’s going on. Ciara claims it’s nothing but her memories continue rushing back. Ben guesses that she’s remembering right now. Ciara denies it so Ben asks what’s wrong then. Ciara claims it’s nothing and she has to go. Ben stops her and tells her not to fight it because he knows she can feel it. Ciara stops and remembers Ben proposing to her with a fortune cookie. Ciara then turns back to Ben and says “Oh my God”.

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EJ on "Days of Our Lives" 8/11/21

EJ calls Kristen and says it took awhile, but he finally got her letter.

Lucas tells Sami that he’s so sorry about how everything went down, but he thought EJ would try to kill her, and if she didn’t walk in, then EJ might have killed him. Sami remarks that maybe she should’ve let him. Lucas asks what she means. Sami declares that EJ knows about them because of Lucas. Lucas argues that he tried to keep it from EJ. Sami complains that Lucas couldn’t just leave the letter in the fireplace to burn. Lucas realizes that she knows he took it. Sami states that EJ knows every detail about them and it’s because of him.

Rafe tells Nicole that she’s not really alone as she has Allie, Holly, Henry, and himself. Nicole says Rafe shouldn’t have to deal with this but he wants to help since he is her friend. Rafe tells her that he’s not going anywhere. Nicole thanks him and says it so much to her as she doesn’t know what she would do without him. They hug on the couch as Ava walks in and sees them together. Ava asks if she’s interrupting.

Philip gets on his laptop at work but finds that it is frozen.

Gabi tells Jake that she had a wonderful day she thinks Philip is about to offer him a job. Gabi declares that their plan is officially in motion to get rid of Philip, take over Titan, and then take over the world. Jake asks how they get the ball rolling on world domination. Gabi responds that she just had to make a slight modification to Philip’s computer.

Philip tries to get his laptop to work but it remains frozen. Chloe walks in and asks if there’s a problem. Philip says there’s something wrong with his computer, or at least was, as it seems to be working fine now. They write it off as a glitch in the system. Philip asks what brings Chloe here. Chloe says she got off work early and figured since he did everything for her while she was injured, now that she has two working arms again, she wanted to return the favor and take him home. Philip calls that very thoughtful of her. Chloe asks if he has to work late because she was hoping they could go for a celebratory dinner. Philip asks what they would be celebrating. Chloe suggests her healed arm or their relationship. Philip says he’s not hungry. Chloe thought it was more about the company than the food. Chloe adds that they can brainstorm a collaboration between Basic Black and Titan then she could use her corporate card. Philip remarks that Brady would really love that. Chloe asks what Brady has to do with this. Philip informs her that Brady already shot down their companies working together so he doesn’t know if he wants to brainstorm another idea. Chloe says she was kind of kidding. Philip suggests Chloe just have dinner with Brady. Chloe asks if she missed something and says this can’t be about her and Brady working together since he said he was okay with it. Philip asks if she rescued Brady from Xander.

Philip reveals that he waited for her for hours at the Pub but she never came back. Chloe points out that it was late and the party was over. Philip brings up her not responding to his text message. Chloe says she didn’t get it so she checks her phone and reads it. Chloe apologizes and swears she did not see it as she was so tired that she went straight to her room. Philip remarks that at least it wasn’t Brady’s room. Chloe asks what his problem is since Brady is her friend and he’s recovering from a bad car accident, so she wanted to make sure Xander didn’t beat the crap out of him. Philip argues that Brady can take care of himself but he’s sure that Brady was thrilled when she showed up. Chloe tells him to forget about the offer for a ride home. Philip stops her and apologizes. Chloe tells him to think what he wants about Brady but he has to trust her as she works with Brady, he’s her friend, and that’s it. Chloe says she is with Philip and he has to trust that no one else will stand a chance. Philip agrees that he needs to grow the hell up as they are not in high school anymore and he’s lucky to have her in his life. Chloe agrees as they kiss. Philip adds that she’s right that he should’ve gone home and gone to bed like she did because maybe then, he wouldn’t be in the middle of this mess with Sami and Lucas.

Sami on "Days of Our Lives" 8/11/21

Lucas admits to Sami that he did take Kristen’s letter out of the fireplace but he did not give it to EJ. Sami argues that Nicole did. Lucas talks about trying to stop her but it was too late. Sami asks if he’s a hero for trying to stop her. Sami complains that Nicole would’ve never had the letter if Lucas didn’t give it to Philip. Lucas shouts that he didn’t give it to Philip. Sami accuses Lucas of this being his plan all along. Lucas argues that he would never do that. Sami says Lucas had his henchman do it because Philip has no reason to do this. Sami insists that Lucas put Philip up to it because he knew Nicole would use the letter to destroy her marriage.

Rafe on "Days of Our Lives" 8/11/21

Rafe greets Ava and asks what she’s doing here. Ava informs Nicole that she called her office and they said she took the day off because she wasn’t feeling well. Nicole clarifies that she’s not sick but just not having the best day. Ava says she’s sorry to hear that. Nicole explains that Rafe was just being kind and giving her a shoulder to cry on. Ava says that sounds serious and asks if something happened. Nicole informs her that Sami destroyed her marriage.

Lucas swears to Sami that he knew Nicole wanted revenge on her, but he did not tell Philip to give the letter to her. Sami knows that’s not true since Lucas admitted he wanted to tell EJ, but he didn’t. Sami asks if he didn’t have the guts so he talked his brother in to doing his dirty work. Lucas insists he had nothing to do with it. Sami asks how Philip got the letter then. Sami goes over Gabi ending up with the letter but convincing Jake not to use it and that Lucas was the only other person that knew about it. Sami talks about trying to burn the letter in the fireplace, but somehow it gets resurrected by Lucas.

EJ tells Kristen that their call ended so abruptly because Sami hung up on her and gave him some nonsense about Kristen being a wanted criminal, but really she just didn’t want her to reveal her betrayal with Lucas. EJ declares that when it comes to what to do with Sami, he has plans.

Gabi informs Jake that all she had to do was put a key logger on Philip’s computer. Jake doesn’t know what that is. Gabi explains that a key logger records every key stroke on the computer, so everything Philip writes, she will be able to see. Jake calls that impressive and a little scary. Jake adds that the world domination doesn’t seem so impossible. Gabi says getting in the door at Titan was phase one so now they will watch, listen, and learn everything they can about how Philip does business so they can sabotage him. Gabi declares that they will take him down so hard and fast that he’ll never know what hit him. Jake says they will take his company and the entire world if Gabi has her way. Jake calls her an incredibly hot diabolical genius as they kiss.

Chloe asks Philip about the mess with Sami and Lucas. Philip says he probably shouldn’t get in to it. Chloe asks if it has something to do with them sleeping together behind EJ’s back because Nicole suspected it, so she’s guessing it’s true. Philip confirms that it is, but that Chloe can’t say anything because Lucas told him in confidence. Chloe assures that she won’t but notes that secrets have a way of coming out in Salem. Philip says especially if they have a little help, so Chloe asks what he has done.

Sami questions Lucas spying on her. Lucas clarifies that he wasn’t and that he was upset that she hung up on him so he came to finish their conversation but he saw her lighting the letter on fire, so he got curious because he didn’t know what she was doing. Lucas says after she left, he got the letter and read it. Lucas admits he wanted to show EJ at first because Sami knows he wants to be with her and that he loves her, but he didn’t do it because he didn’t want to hurt her. Sami argues that he just made sure someone else did the dirty work. Lucas explains that he was upset and confided in his brother but he didn’t know Philip would do that because he thought he could trust him. Lucas explains that Philip came up with this plan to get Nicole the letter without it being traced back to him but he didn’t go along with it and threw the letter away. Lucas cries that he couldn’t have known that Philip was going to dig it out of the trash. Sami argues that either way, Lucas got what he wanted because her marriage is blown out of the water.

Philip explains to Chloe that he gave Nicole the letter so she would give it to EJ and says it seemed like a great idea at the time because Nicole would get major payback while Lucas would get his shot to be with Sami. Chloe remarks that Lucas had somebody else do his dirty work but Philip clarifies that this was all him because Lucas didn’t want to hurt Sami. Philip says that’s where he picked up the letter from the trash and ran with it, but Lucas is not grateful. Chloe mocks Lucas being noble since he faked a brain tumor to get her out of town, so he’s not above questionable methods. Philip bets she isn’t happy with him either. Chloe responds that Sami deserves her marriage blowing up. Philip notes that they don’t know that Nicole lit the match yet. Chloe guesses Nicole will use the letter just as he intended. Chloe says she’s not supporting Philip’s methods, but she did just see her best friend get her marriage blown apart, so she would do anything to help her but she’ll settle for seeing Sami reap the damage that she has sown.

Nicole informs Ava that Eric came home yesterday to surprise her for their anniversary. Nicole talks about it being wonderful to be with him after all those months and especially when Eric said he was coming home for good. Ava asks her what happened. Nicole explains that Eric suggested throwing a spur of the moment party with family and friends. Nicole adds that it was perfect until Xander showed up and told everyone that they slept together. Ava calls Xander a son of a bitch as she hoped he would keep his mouth shut. Rafe questions Ava knowing about that. Nicole admits that she confided in Ava. Ava doesn’t understand why Xander would expose her now after all of this time and she gave him a job. Nicole guesses it was money. Ava asks if Sami paid him to blow up her marriage. Nicole confirms that it worked too because Eric is on a plane back to Africa and their marriage is over. Ava questions what Sami’s problem is. Ava says where she comes from, you don’t just stand back when someone hurts one of your own. Ava declares that she will pay Sami back, but Nicole reveals that she already did.

EJ tells Kristen that Sami will no longer be living under the DiMera roof. EJ adds that he wanted to take more drastic measures but it wouldn’t have been satisfying. EJ declares that Harold is packing up Sami’s things as they speak, so that cheating slut will be gone before dinner.

Lucas tells Sami that he thinks EJ is all wrong for her and that she would be better off with him, but he never meant to cause her pain. Lucas talks about being scared of what EJ would do to Sami after reading the letter, so he came here to protect her. Sami thanks him for that. Lucas repeats that he’s sorry that everything went down the way it did. Sami doesn’t think he is. Lucas insists that he means it, because she never deserved EJ to find out like this. Sami cries that they certainly made Nicole’s day, or maybe her whole year. Lucas reminds Sami that he told her if anything ever happened between she and EJ, he’d be there for her because he loves her. Lucas says again that he’s sorry about what happened but suggests maybe it’s a sign that this is their chance to finally get back together again.

Nicole explains to Ava that she took Kristen’s letter to EJ. Nicole talks about how EJ kept defending Sami, but when he read the letter, she actually felt bad for him after seeing the look on his face. Ava says she did EJ a favor and commends Nicole for paying Sami back hard. Nicole doesn’t know how good it is, since she still lost Eric and then Sami came over to try to kill her and she doesn’t know what would’ve happened if not for Rafe. Ava says Rafe is always a stand up guy and there for his friends. Nicole says this has been all about her and asks Ava what she came over for. Ava says it doesn’t matter and they can talk some other time. Nicole insists so Ava admits she was hoping that Nicole could arrange her an interview at Basic Black since she’s in the market for a job. Nicole thinks that’s a great idea. Ava tells her that’s not to discuss now, since right now they need to take care of her. Ava tells her that she’s so sorry this is happening. Ava suggests she and Rafe take Nicole out for dinner to get her out of the house.

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Gabi tells Jake that once she puts their plan in motion, Victor will have no choice but to throw Philip out and be in need of a replacement, so she will be ready to take over as CEO. Jake says that’s one answer but he was thinking that maybe he could be CEO.

Philip thanks Chloe for not being upset with him over the letter. Chloe thanks him for telling her the truth, since they’ve seen what secrets can do to relationships. Philip promises there will never be any secrets between them and they kiss. Philip apologizes for being a jealous jerk about her helping Brady. Chloe apologizes for not seeing his text message for a night cap. Philip suggests a do over as they continue kissing.

EJ tells Kristen that he owes her a great deal because if not for her letter, he never would’ve learned the truth about his wife. EJ declares that there is no going back and no possibility of forgiveness. EJ says he thought that would please Kristen as they hang up. EJ picks up the necklace that he bought for Sami and recalls surprising her with it.

Lucas states that Sami’s marriage is over. Sami asks who said it’s over. Lucas points out that EJ is packing up her things and wants her out of the house, so he doesn’t think he wants to patch things up with her. Sami argues that this is what she and EJ do, they fight big and then make up but they don’t quit. Sami assures that she will make EJ come around. EJ then returns to the room and asks why Lucas is still there. Sami says he was just leaving. Lucas complains that they aren’t finished but Sami says they definitely are, so Lucas exits. Sami asks EJ if he wanted to talk to her. EJ just wanted her to know that Harold has packed her bags in to her car. EJ then presents her necklace and points out that she left it in their room, calling it something else from their marriage that she discarded.

Philip and Chloe continue kissing until he suggests they get out of the office. They go to leave but Lucas arrives and says he hates to interrupt, but he needs to talk to Philip because it’s important. Philip says they were heading out but Lucas says it will only take a couple of minutes. Chloe says it’s okay and she will see Philip at home, so she exits. Philip asks Lucas what’s going on and if he got the letter before it went to EJ. Lucas confirms that he didn’t as Nicole already gave it to him and that EJ reacted like they thought he would, by kicking Sami out. Philip says that’s great as now Lucas has a chance to be with her. Lucas says not exactly, because Sami figured out Philip gave the letter to Nicole and thought that he put him up to it. Philip apologizes but says he can fix this. Lucas says he’s done enough. Philip says he can make sure Sami knows that it was his idea and Lucas’s hands are clean. Lucas tells him that Sami wants nothing to do with him. Philip argues that Sami loves him. Lucas says that Sami loves EJ more and is determined to convince him to forgive her. Lucas accepts that he doesn’t stand a chance.

EJ asks what Sami is waiting for. EJ then drops the necklace on the floor and tells her to consider it payment for services rendered. Sami picks it up so EJ says she has all of her belongings and now she can leave. Sami responds that she’s not going anywhere. EJ says it wasn’t a request. Sami reminds him that it’s not his house anymore, so he doesn’t get to kick her out. EJ questions her thinking Gabi will let her stay. Sami points out that she’s Arianna’s grandmother and that her and Gabi are friends, so she’s pretty sure she will let her stay. EJ asks if she’s going to park herself in a guest room. Sami asks why not as she’d be happy to stay as long as it takes for EJ to forgive her. EJ tells her that she can stay until Hell freezes over but it won’t make a difference to him or how he feels about her. Sami says that he says that now, but she knows he loves her, so she’s going to talk to Gabi to make sure she lets her stay. Sami tells EJ that he can’t get rid of her that easily, as she then exits.

Gabi questions Jake wanting to be CEO of Titan when this whole plan was her idea. Jake says he’s the one with CEO experience. Gabi argues that she ran her own company. Jake talks about Titan being a conglomerate like DiMera, which he ran. Gabi says she did too and questions if he doesn’t want her to be his boss. Jake says that’s not it, but she’s his girlfriend. Gabi asks what that has to do with it because Kate was his girlfriend too. Jake feels it might be a little strange to work under her.

Philip admits to Lucas that he should’ve left well enough alone and never given Nicole the letter. Lucas tells him not to worry about it and admits that part of him hoped Sami would see EJ for who he really is and choose him, but she didn’t and wants to be with EJ. Philip says she’s making a big mistake by passing up a man who loves her the way Lucas does. Lucas thanks him as he and Philip exit the Titan office. After Philip exits, his computer shows the installation is complete.

Nicole on "Days of Our Lives" 8/11/21

Nicole thanks Ava but says she doesn’t really have an appetite and would just like to be alone now. Rafe asks if she’s sure she will be okay. Ava says they totally understand she needs her space. Nicole thanks Rafe for everything as she doesn’t know what she would’ve done if he wasn’t there. Rafe assures that he’s always there for her if she needs anything, as he’s just a phone call away. Ava is annoyed as she thinks back to arguing with Nicole about her relationship with Rafe where she accused Nicole of wanting Rafe for herself, then flashes back to talking to Rafe about feeling Nicole was jealous of their relationship and questioning Rafe on his feelings for Nicole.

Jake tells Gabi that he has zero problem working under her. Gabi asks if this is going to be a problem. Jake suggests they discuss it under the covers. Gabi says she’s willing to put in the time if he is, so they take each other to the bedroom.

EJ has a drink and looks over to the portrait of Stefano. EJ remarks that Sami made a damn fool out of him, but not to worry because no one humiliates EJ DiMera. EJ promises that Sami won’t get away with it.

Sami goes to Rafe’s house with her necklace in hand and says she’s going to get EJ back. Sami knocks on the door, calling for Gabi. Someone in all black then grabs her from behind with a rag over her mouth, causing Sami to pass out. She drops her necklace as she is dragged away.

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Stella Henry Vernee Watson*
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Mariah Maximilliana “Maxie” Jones Kirsten Storms
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Dr. Sofia Navarro Christina Ferraro*
Dr. Liesl Obrecht Kathleen Gati*
Esmé Prince Avery Pohl*
Amelia Grace Quartermaine Nathan and Owen Ford
Brook Lynn Quartermaine Amanda Setton
Dr. Monica Bard Quartermaine Leslie Charleson*
Tracy Quartermaine Jane Elliott
Willow Tait Quartermaine /Kali Miller Katelyn MacMullen
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Cyrus Renault Jeff Kober*
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Philip goes to his office and finds Gabi inside on the laptop so he questions what she is doing in his office.

At Rafe’s house, Jake tells Ava that he’s looking for a new apartment for he and Gabi since he told Rafe that they would only stay a couple days. Jake mentions that he’d really want his old place but he gave it to Ben. Ava responds that she thinks his old place might be available sooner than he thinks because Ben is wanted for kidnapping his ex-wife.

After Ben hurt his ankle, Ciara returns to the cabin so Ben guesses she couldn’t stay away after all. Ciara tells him not to flatter himself as she forgot her phone. Ciara picks up Ben’s phone that he dropped and says she will call him an ambulance then she’s going back to Salem to marry the man she loves. Ben responds that the man she loves is right here. Ciara tries to use his phone but there’s no service and says it sucks for him. Ben knows her heart and that she won’t just leave him here, so he asks now what.

Lucas goes to the DiMera Mansion looking for Sami, but finds EJ seated in the living room. EJ tells Lucas that if he’s looking for his mistress, she’s not here. Lucas tells EJ that he knows Nicole gave him Kristen’s letter, claiming that Sami slept with him. Lucas claims it’s not true and that it’s all lies because Kristen was furious with Sami after she figured out Kristen escaped from prison. Lucas tries to explain that Kristen would do anything to get back at Sami for blowing up her plan. EJ brings up that Sami never had a chance to call the police because Kristen had them locked up here while they had sex a second time. EJ reveals that he knows everything and declares that Lucas and Sami have deceived him for the very last time.

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Nicole answers her door to see Sami. Nicole says she’s been expecting her. Sami comes in and tells Rafe that he better get out of here because she and the bitch need to talk. Rafe responds that he’s not going anywhere because Sami looks like she could kill somebody. Sami says not just anybody, but Nicole.

Ben knows Ciara won’t leave him alone and suffering as he pulls himself onto a chair. Ben points out that Ciara is the one who did this to him. Ciara blames Ben for kidnapping on her wedding day. Ben notes that it’s their wedding anniversary. Ciara calls it a mistake to come back and says she’s leaving so Ben is on his own. Ben says he can’t stop her so if she wants to go, she can go. Ciara says she will, as soon as she wraps his ankle since that should help the pain until he gets medical attention. Ben asks how she knows that would help with the pain. Ben reminds Ciara that when she wiped out on her motorcycle, he carried her here and made her a splint. Ciara argues that she knows because she was a candy striper and everyone knows pressure alleviates pain. Ciara tells him to shut up so they can get this over with. Ben says ok but she will have to come a lot closer.

EJ tells Lucas that it’s too late to run interference because Sami told him all about their affair. Lucas calls it not an affair since it happened twice and then it was over. EJ argues that they know how much Lucas has been lusting after his wife. Lucas brings up how EJ and Sami’s love affair started when the building collapsed on Lucas then EJ told Sami to sleep with him in order to save Lucas. Lucas tells EJ that he thinks he’s the love of Sami’s life but has a sick way of showing it. Lucas declares that he loved Sami first and there’s nothing EJ can do to change that.

Rafe tells Sami to go home. Sami tells Rafe to stay out of this as he has no idea what she did. Rafe says he knows what Sami did to Nicole, putting Xander up to revealing their affair. Sami asks why Nicole should get away with two timing Eric. Rafe brings up what they say about people in glass houses. Sami questions Nicole telling Rafe about her sleeping with Lucas, which Nicole confirms. Sami argues that she had no right. Nicole questions Sami being okay with broadcasting her affair. Sami says that was with Xander. Nicole points out how this isn’t the first time with Sami, and that EJ previously cheated on Nicole with Sami. Nicole tells Sami that she got what she deserved. Sami warns that Nicole is about to get what she deserves as she goes after her.

EJ tells Lucas that if he came to stake his claim, Sami’s not here. Lucas asks where she is. EJ assumes she’s off licking her wounds. Lucas asks if he thinks this is all her fault. EJ says he lays equal blame on Lucas. Lucas asks if EJ is not to blame and brings up how EJ treated her crap for years and pushed her away. EJ remarks that Lucas was right there to step in. Lucas argues that this is about EJ mistreating her and not caring. EJ complains about listening to Lucas and tells him to get out of his sight. Lucas suggests EJ get the hell out of Sami’s life for good. Lucas declares that if EJ doesn’t love Sami enough to forgive her, then he should step aside to make room for someone who does.

Rafe pulls Sami off of Nicole and threatens to arrest her. Sami accuses Nicole of stealing her property. Nicole asks if Sami means Kristen’s letter and guesses she’s just pissed off that she gave it to EJ. Nicole adds that she never would’ve done it if Sami didn’t do the same thing to her. Nicole argues that Sami doesn’t think and just does without thinking of the consequences. Sami remarks that Nicole wasn’t thinking when she had sex with Xander. Nicole repeats that if Sami kept her mouth shut about her, she would’ve done the same to her. Nicole asks if it ever occurred to her that she would make her pay for wrecking her marriage. Sami knew she would try but she didn’t have proof. Nicole points out that she got some. Sami questions how Nicole even got the letter.

Philip points out that Gabi is at his desk. Gabi claims her laptop wouldn’t start and the monthly reports were due so she just jumped on his and hopes he doesn’t mind. Philip tells her that he doesn’t. Gabi asks him if everything is okay. Philip says it’s just been a crazy couple of days.

Ava shows Jake the article about Ben kidnapping Ciara. Ava knows Ben is Jake’s friend but remarks that it seems like the Necktie Killer is reverting back to his old ways. Jake clarifies that Ben is fighting for the woman he loves and he’s happy for him.

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Ciara asks Ben for his tie. Ben asks if she thinks he’s going to strangle her. Ciara explains that she needs it for the splint so Ben removes his tie and hands it over. Ciara decides it won’t be enough fabric. Ben points out that he used duct tape but doesn’t think there is any left. Ben offers his shirt but Ciara says she’s good. Ben asks if they can use her garter belt if she’s wearing one. Ciara rips off some of her wedding dress to use which Ben questions and says he’s sorry for making her do that. Ciara responds that she doesn’t care what she’s wearing as long as she marries Theo. Ciara warns Ben that it’s going to hurt and suggests he bite down on something. Ben thinks back to giving Ciara the same suggestion when he wrapped Ciara’s injury. Ciara says she doesn’t have anything for him to use so he will just have to bite the bullet. Ben then yells in pain as Ciara sets his ankle.

Ava questions Jake being okay with Ben taking a woman against her will. Jake jokes that it’s kind of a thing in Ciara’s family. Ava guesses she is probably terrified. Jake thinks she might be pissed, but deep down she knows Ben won’t hurt her. Jake explains that it’s not a traditional kidnapping with a ransom but more of an emergency intervention. Jake informs Ava that Ciara has amnesia so she doesn’t remember how much she loves Ben which is why she’s marrying Theo. Ava asks if Ben kidnapped Ciara to stop the wedding. Jake says he did it in hopes that Ciara will get her memory back and call off the wedding herself. Jake adds that he’s been pushing Ben to fight for Ciara so he’s glad that he finally took his advice. Ava asks why Jake is looking for a crappy apartment instead of fighting to get his old CEO job back. Jake doesn’t want to fight his backstabbing brothers over a legacy that was never his to begin with as he’s not sure it’s worth it. Ava encourages that he’s a DiMera. Jake states that they will always see him as an outsider so he might as well do his own thing. Ava asks what that will be. Jake admits he doesn’t know yet, but Gabi has some ideas.

Gabi asks Philip what’s been so crazy about the last couple of days. Philip responds that he tried to do his brother a favor but Lucas didn’t really appreciate it as his behavior was a slightly underhanded. Philip remarks that sometimes you have to play dirty to get what you want. Gabi responds that she totally gets it. When Philip turns his back, Gabi removes a flash drive from his laptop.

Sami states that she burned the letter and asks if Nicole was spying on her at the mansion. Nicole asks why she would wait until after Sami wrecked her marriage to do something. Sami asks where she got it then. Nicole asks why she would tell her anything. Sami warns that she’s going to find out even if she has to strangle her to do it. Rafe then informs Sami that if she’s that determined to find out, Nicole got the letter from Philip. Sami starts to question how Philip got it, then says that Lucas said he wasn’t going to tell EJ. Nicole points out that Lucas didn’t. Rafe explains that Lucas was just there trying to stop Nicole from telling EJ, but he was too late, and then he went flying out looking for Sami as he was very worried.

EJ tells Lucas to get out of his house. Lucas points out that it’s Gabi’s house. EJ threatens to break his legs if he doesn’t get out. Lucas remarks that if you have a good marriage, you don’t stray. Lucas asks if EJ really thinks he and Sami are a match made in heaven. Lucas calls them a couple from Hell and says that’s why they will always be here living their miserable lives together. Lucas tells EJ to do whatever he wants because everything he just said is the truth.

Ciara finishes wrapping Ben’s ankle. Ciara admits she did enjoy making him suffer a little. Ben thanks her since it does feel better now. Ben remarks that this is the first time she has voluntarily touched him. Ben knows she was scared of who he used to be because he saw the look in her eyes. Ben recalls seeing that look the first time that he brought her here. Ben reminds her of his promise to never hurt her and says he never would. Ciara brings up how he almost jabbed her with a syringe. Ben says that was a mistake. Ciara points out that he keeps showing up out of nowhere and scaring her when she’s asked him to stop. Ben says that he can’t. Ciara notes that she’s here against her will in the place where his best friend tried to set her on fire twice. Ciara adds that Ben is trying to manipulate and control her. Ciara asks how long he kept her prisoner here before instead of taking her home. Ben tells her that she wanted to stay. Ciara asks why she would want to stay with a serial killer instead of her family. Ben explains that Ciara told Hope that she needed more time to figure things out and she knew she was safe here with him. Ciara questions why she would do that. Ben says she couldn’t get up and walk so she had no choice while he did everything for her. Ciara starts having hazy memories of being with Ben in the cabin. Ben asks what Ciara just remembered. Ciara tells him to stop asking her that every two minutes and claims she was just freaked out. Ciara tells him that she has to go. Ben asks her not to run away. Ciara says she’s going to where she was supposed to be hours ago since Theo is probably worried. Ben questions her leaving him with a busted leg. Ciara says she will call for help when she gets back to Salem. Ben asks what if he gets eaten by a bear. Ciara says there are wild animals, fires, and serial killers. Ben tries to stop her. Ciara remarks that the next time he sees her, she will be Mrs. Ciara Carver as she then exits the cabin.

Sami warns Nicole that this isn’t over as she storms out of her apartment.

Lucas tells EJ that he ran over as soon as he heard Nicole gave EJ the letter, because he was afraid that EJ might kill Sami. EJ responds that he wouldn’t harm Sami, but Lucas on the other hand, he wouldn’t give it a second thought.

Ben remains alone in the cabin after Ciara left him.

Ciara tries to leave from the cabin, but the car won’t start.

Philip jokes that he can’t imagine Gabi doing anything underhanded. Gabi apologizes to him for all the drama with Jake since she was too proud to admit she wanted him back and she did things that were not cool. Philip brings up Gabi making a play for Jake on her first day back in town and says that Kate told him things. Gabi explains that she meant using Philip to make Jake jealous. Philip says they both knew who she belonged with. Philip says romance may not have been in the cards for them but they have a terrific working relationship and wants nothing to get in the way of that.

Jake on "Days of Our Lives" 8/10/21

Ava questions if Jake is going to work for Titan. Jake is unsure as his experience is spotty. Jake mentions being a mobster back in Philly and that he used to run with the Vitali crime family. Jake then mentions that’s Ava’s name and asks if she’s related to his former boss Angelo. Ava confirms that Angelo is her cousin. Jake says he hadn’t brought it up because he didn’t want to say anything in front of Rafe. Ava assures that Rafe is well aware of her past. Jake says he means no disrespect but a couple years ago, someone in the family took over for Angelo, so he asks if that was Ava.

EJ grabs a letter opener so Lucas asks if he’s going to stab him with it. EJ says it would be poetic justice. Lucas dares him to do it because it would prove to everybody what a psychopath he really is. Sami then walks in and tells EJ no.

Philip thinks everything worked out the way it was supposed to. Gabi says she was shocked when Jake turned down her offer to revive Gabi Chic at DiMera, so she was grateful that Philip took a chance on her. Philip calls it smart business since Gabi Chic is on track to do record earning this quarter. Gabi says that’s because she has his support. Gabi mentions an idea to make the company more successful. Gabi then tells Philip that she thinks they should hire Jake. Gabi praises Jake and mentions how he just left DiMera. Philip points out that Jake was voted out of DiMera. Gabi declares that Jake would be highly motivated to destroy DiMera. Philip asks if she thinks Jake will spill secrets. Gabi asks if he thinks Xander didn’t spill secrets to Basic Black and says Jake is way more valuable than Xander. Philip notes that she’s very passionate about this and asks if she has ulterior motives. Gabi thinks back to telling Jake that she does like Philip but that it was only a matter of time before he screwed up so Victor would be desperate to replace him and she would have Jake with her to take down DiMera once and for all. Gabi then claims to Philip that she would never suggest bringing in somebody that she didn’t think would be a true asset to the company. Philip admits he’s not opposed to making Jake an offer and seeing how things go, so he will certainly consider it.

Jake apologizes to Ava if he overstepped. Ava says she has nothing to hide and confirms that she did take over for Angelo so she was running the Vitali family business, but she cut ties and is out of it for good. Ava explains that she did it for her son as she missed too many years with him and now that she has a chance to rebuild her relationship with him, she won’t let anything jeopardize that. Ava jokes that a mob boss and the police commissioner also wouldn’t be a good look. Jake asks what Ava is doing now for work. Ava says nothing right now but she’s thinking about asking Nicole for a job at Basic Black. Jake asks what’s stopping her. Ava decides there’s no time like the present and gets up to call the Basic Black office. Ava asks for Nicole but is informed that she is not in today. Ava decides she will go pay her a visit. Jake encourages Ava as she exits.

Nicole apologizes to Rafe for putting him in the middle of something he probably didn’t want to be a part of. Rafe jokes that he’s glad he got there when he did or else he’d be investigating a homicide, but he doesn’t know if it would be Nicole’s or Sami’s. Rafe says they are both tough. Nicole says she doesn’t feel tough, she feels awful. Nicole talks about being so angry and wanting revenge, so she did what Sami does and acted without thinking. Nicole thought it would make her feel better and guesses it did at the time, but now, even if EJ left Sami, it doesn’t change anything since she still lost her husband. Nicole cries that while Eric was gone all those months, she felt so lonely, but now she is really truly alone.

Sami asks what the hell EJ is doing. EJ responds that Lucas asked him to kill him and he was going to oblige. Lucas argues that EJ doesn’t have the stones. EJ decides Lucas is not worth it and tosses the letter opener. EJ says he will leave them to packing as he has instructed Harold to pack up Sami’s things because he wants her gone from the house and his life. EJ declares that he never wants to see Sami again.

Gabi goes home. Jake asks how her day was. Gabi responds by kissing him and says she had a fantastic morning as she thinks Philip is about to offer him a job. Gabi declares that their plan is officially in motion to get rid of Philip, take over Titan, and then take over the world.

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Rafe tells Nicole that she’s not really alone as she has Allie, Holly, Henry, and himself. Nicole says Rafe shouldn’t have to deal with this but he wants to help since he is her friend. Rafe tells her that he’s not going anywhere. Nicole thanks him and says it means a lot as she honestly doesn’t know what she would do without him. They hug on the couch as Ava walks in and sees them together.

Sami can’t believe EJ asked Harold to pack her things. EJ threatens to have them scattered on the law if she prefers. Lucas remarks that it doesn’t sound like he’s going to forgive her. Sami asks for a chance to explain but EJ says no and walks out. Lucas is glad Sami is okay. Sami asks if she looks okay to him. Lucas says he’s sorry about how everything went down, but he thought EJ would actually kill her, and if she didn’t walk in, then EJ might have killed him. Sami remarks that maybe she should’ve let him.

Ciara returns to the cabin and informs Ben that the car won’t start so she accuses him of doing something to it. Ben says he has a busted ankle so he couldn’t do anything. Ben argues that the car not starting has nothing to do with him. Ciara asks what it is then. Ben says it’s something way bigger than them. Ben thinks it’s the universe telling her that she’s not supposed to leave until she remembers their love.

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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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Y&R Best Lines Wednesday, August 11, 2021

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Jack: I suspect if I spent the rest of the day coming up with reasons you should feel better about this, I wouldn’t put a dent in it. So, let me ask you something — how does Nick feel about this? Is he as upset as you are, or is he already seeing a silver lining? Judging from that reaction, the two of you are not seeing eye to eye.

Phyllis: Mnh-mnh, we are not.

Jack: What does Nick say?

Phyllis: I’m not gonna tell you what he says, ’cause I have a feeling you’re gonna agree with him, and then you two will be right, and then I’ll be wrong. And I will not accept that.


Adam: Hey, Jack.

Jack: Adam, hello.

Phyllis: Long time no see, Adam.

Adam: Don’t tell me you missed me. Hey Jack, Chloe just hired Sally Spectra to start working at Newman Media. I know that you know her well. Am I making a mistake by letting Chloe run with the new hire?

Jack: Well —

Phyllis: I’ll answer that. Yes. A big mistake, gigantic one.

Adam: Any particular reason why?

Jack: It’s —

Phyllis: I’ll answer that. Yes. Because she and Tara Locke were partners in crime.

Adam: You don’t say.

Phyllis: That one is selfish, self-centered, and devious. While Tara Locke is rightfully facing charges, this one over here lands on her feet.

Adam: So, you’re saying you and Sally have a lot in common. Is that why you don’t like her?


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Y&R Short Recap Thursday, August 12, 2021

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Moses tells Hate he doesn’t want to be a doctor and wants to explore a career in music.

Ashland has his first cancer treatment and he has a few symptoms after treatment. Victoria tells Billy, Lily, and her children that she and Ashland are getting married.

Hate assures Elena he will not give her special treatment now that he is her boss at the hospital.

Jack asks Billy and Lily not to do a story on Tara’s arrest to protect Harrison.

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GH Transcript Wednesday, August 11, 2021

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Good morning, Aunt Stella.

Hi, baby.

Someone’s got a lot of fans.

Does that surprise you?

Not at all. There’s a lot of people in port charles… that are pulling for you to be on the mend. How are you feeling?

Like I never had a stroke. Say, you have an in with a doctor. Maybe you could pull some strings and get me released?

Won’t have to pull any strings. You’re released, today.

I wish someone had told me.

N-no, easy, auntie. I wanted to do the honors, okay? So after you fill out the paperwork, I’m taking you home with me.

No. No, no.

Ah, ah, ah. No argument. I want to make sure that your recovery goes as smoothly as possible.

You would really do that for me? After what I’ve done?


Ah, I take it you’re here to see stella.

How is she?

She’s on the mend. She should make a full recovery.

That’s good news. Uh, last time I saw her, we had a disagreement.

Yeah, same here. As much as I hate to say it, maybe it’s a good thing stella doesn’t remember much about the past few days.


It’s fine if you’re having second thoughts about the party. Au contraire, mademoiselle.

La grande fete is still, as you say in your country, on.

[ Chuckles ] This is your country, too.

I’m a citizen of the world, as is my pater, who is leaving for dubai tonight. Prepare yourself for decadence not seen since the holy roman empire fell victim to its own debauchery. Dress accordingly.

What time?

Whenever you want. The party won’t start till you get here.

Don’t tell me that was the elusive victor?

Oh, no, not victor. Spencer.

[ Doorbell rings ]

Thank you for coming. There have been a few developments.

Laura: Developments? Is this about your stalker? Please tell me that you and spencer are not on the outs again.

No, no. This isn’t about spencer.

Grandmother.

Kevin. Speak of the devil.

Were you talking about me?

We are now. Where are you going? I’m not going anywhere. This is father’S.

[ Suitcase thuds ]

Shouldn’t you be on your way?

[ Upbeat music plays ]

Oh, boy, take it off. You’ve got curves like the grand prix. Go ahead, flaunt it.

You flatter me, but the heat of the harsh morning sun on my fair skin, combined with your volatile proximity, may cause me to spontaneously combust.

Ooh. Whew! That’s hot. I see what you did there.

You know what? I’d like to see what you do in my penthouse.

Huh?

What do you say we go back and we try out the sprinkler system? Perhaps we can conduct our own… fire drill.

[ Exhales sharply ]

[ Britt stammers ]

A little decorum, please?

Huh?

Oh. You may have scarred me for life.


Jason: Alright, can you take a bite yourself? You can? Show me. Look at — wow! Look at that. How good is that? Good job. That’s a good job, donna.

Daddy?


Only your presence could make this morning more perfect than it already was.

Well, if the presence was an hour later, it would have been better.

I have to say, scott, I have never seen my mother this happy.

Well, I’m glad, because I’m as happy as a clam at high tide. You know, life couldn’t be better.

Oh. Oh, boy, oh, boy. I’m sorry. I — I just put my foot in my mouth. I do that. I’m s–

no, it’s fine.

No, no, it was insensitive. It was rude. I — it’s my modus operandi. I do apologize. It’s —

I really don’t need that.

You’re receiving an apology. Savor the moment, britta.

Your mother, she told me about the little gift that your father left you.

You can say huntington’S.

Okay, well, I’m sorry that you have it.

Thank you. Um, but I really don’t want to talk about it.

Okay.

I am living in the moment and for the moment.

Good, good, good.

And thankfully without jason morgan. He would have gotten you killed faster than any debilitating hereditary disease.

I really don’t want to talk about him either.

If it is any comfort, know that, yesterday, I destroyed jason.


I know. I miss your daddy, too.

Good morning.

Hey. Hey. How’s my sweet girl?

[ Laughs ] Thank you for feeding donna this morning.

Yeah. It’s been a pleasure.

Oh, well, you are a pro. I mean, you were so great with michael. You knew how to take care of him before I did.

Yeah, those were some good times.

I know. Oh, my gosh.

[ Chuckles ] Another plus to you living here — your coffee is way better than mine.

So, I guess we have to talk about our problem.


Auntie, how are you gonna ask me that? Of course I want you with me.

[ Sighs ] That’s sweet of you, curtis. But [Sighs] I have a feeling that, before my stroke, I upset a whole lot of people. People you care a great deal about.

What exactly do you remember?

[ Footsteps approach ]

Hey, stella. So good to see you awake.

Hi, jordan.

How are you feeling?

I’m so worried. Uh, curtis, could you give us the room, please? I-I just need to talk to jordan a little.

Yeah. If you need anything, I’ll be a holler away.

Okay. Hey. Hi. You sure have a lot of admirers.

[ Chuckles ] Thanks for the flowers. But what I really need is the truth. Jordan, what happened the last time we were together?


Hey, any word from trina?

She’s staying at josslyn’s house. And she is still not ready to talk to me. Ever since she overheard your aunt confronting me about our affair, it’s like I’ve suddenly become a stranger to her.

There’s something I’ve been meaning to ask you.

After I saw the two of you together, spencer came to see me. Did you have anything to do with that?

I don’t know. I told spencer how upset I was that you and his father were getting divorced. I also made it clear that you and I are friends and how much I admire you.

Oh, trina.

Why? What happened?

Nothing. I mean, spencer and I had a surprisingly civil conversation. Considering how he feels about me and the promise I broke, he didn’t have to reach out to me at all.

So, what did you guys talk about?

My marriage to his father. But this time, though, it was less about his dislike of me and more about his concern for his father’s safety.

Because of the stalker? Yes, exactly. Anyway, I agreed that i wouldn’t speak directly to nikolas anymore and we would communicate through our lawyers.

And you’re okay with that?

No. But I’ve resigned myself to it.

No, my — my point is, I was impressed with spencer’s devotion to his dad. I think, in his own way, spencer loves his father as much as I love mine. It’s just so unfortunate that spencer didn’t know his mother, you know?

Not like you. You’re so lucky. You and your mom are so close.

Not anymore.


Thank you for thinking of me, son, but I don’t need to leave quite yet.

Well, your luggage is waiting.

Spencer.

Dr. Collins.

[ Clears throat ] Your grandmother tells me that you’re upset about the mistakes that I made with my brother.

Mistake. The one that nearly took my aunt lulu’s life? The one that did take kiki’s? I mean, ava’s not my favorite person, but she certainly didn’t deserve what your brother did to her.

Yes, those mistakes. And you’re right, I never should have tried to treat my brother on my own. But if you choose to remain angry at me, there’s very little I can do about it.

I’d say that there is nothing you can do.

Except remind you that your enmity weighs heavily on your grandmother.

Playing the grandmother card might not be beneath you, dr. Collins, but it is certainly beneath me.

I am not a card to be played. And it does hurt me. He’s my husband. I love him. I expect you to make some effort towards making peace.

Well, grandmother… all you had to do was ask.

Thank you.

So, about this trip?

It’s just — it’s just a business trip. I need to go to dubai.

Ah. Well, in that case, kevin and I will stay here with spencer.


You don’t need to adjust your plans on my account.

Laura: Oh, nonsense. It’s going to be fun. Besides, it’ll give you the opportunity to reconnect with kevin.

I think we’ve made enough progress for today. Besides, I have plans of my own — solitary plans.

Doing what?

Being solitary. I’ve just spent the last few years at boarding school constantly surrounded by people. I’m going to enjoy being alone, and I’m trying to learn to love my own company.

I applaud the idea.

So you’re not staying?

Oh, yes, we are. Don’t worry, your grandmother and I will give you a wide berth so you can experience your solitude.

But if you’re here, I’m not going to have any solitude. It defeats the entire purpose.

I’m sure that it will ease your father’s mind to know that we’re here in case you need us.

Actually, mother, it won’T.


I know that I said that I was gonna give trina some time, but it’s been two whole days, and I know that it doesn’t sound like a long time —

no, no, I’m sure that when it comes to your child, two days is a lifetime.

How long am I supposed to let this go on for?

Portia, I wish I had something useful to say right now or that I could offer some advice, but I have zero experience of being a parent. But what I can offer you is a shoulder to lean on.

Well, that works for me. Stella, the last time we met, it’s water under the bridge.


[ Scoffs ] If it’s water, I’m drowning in it. I can feel in my heart I did wrong. That I went on some sort of grand meddling mission. I know I was in your office… and you were upset with me. Is that right?

It is.

Was it because you and curtis were getting divorced?

You’re two for two. You were trying to convince me to give my marriage with curtis another shot. So, to prove a point, I signed the divorce papers right in front of you, I put them in an envelope, and I threw them into my outbox. Sealed… and on its way to be delivered to the courthouse. Stella…are you remembering something?

I don’t know. There’s something about that, like it’s right in front of me, [stammers] If I could just grab it. I have a feeling it’s important.


Mother, what did you do to jason? And I hope it involved a mechanical tool like a circular saw.

Unfortunately, I have left my violent ways behind. So I used the next best weapon in my arsenal — my words. I told herr morgan exactly what I thought of him.

Well, that’s like talking to a turnip.

Anna devane thought the same thing. But I saw his face when I hit him with my best shot. I reminded him that he was the first person you confided in about your illness. You opened your heart and shared your fear, only for the coward to leave you for his dead friend’s wife. He will never, never stop thinking of you, britta. You will haunt him. I made sure of it.


Okay, so you said joey novak was cocky with you?

Yeah, I told him the families wouldn’t approve. Brick’s looking into it. I did some searching myself, but it just doesn’t make any sense as to why joey novak would approach josslyn.

Well, clearly, he was sending a message. What was it?

We don’t have answers yet. But we will, because we’re calling a meeting with the five families.

“We”?

You and me. We’re going to face them together and send a message that we’re a united front.


don’t understand what’s going on. When I went to that meeting, the heads of the families stood with me against cyrus — every last one of them, including the novaks. So what’s changed?

I don’t know. That’s what we’re gonna find out.

Okay, I have to tell you that jax is livid about the joey-josslyn incident.

Well, can you blame him?

No. I-I — I don’t blame him at all. I tried telling him it’s a one-time thing, that joey is just some punk and it will never happen again, but I don’t know if that’s true.

It is — it is true. I’m gonna back the families off, okay? I’m not going to let anything happen to you or the kids.

I mean, the way you said that, it… it sounded like they were your kids.

We are family. You know? It’s my responsibility to protect and love them, and that’s what I’m gonna do.


Trina, what’s going on between you and your mom?

I don’t want to tell you what happened with my mom. It makes her look like a really bad person, which…maybe she is.

Well, I appreciate you wanting to protect her, but trust me when I tell you there is nothing your mom could have done that would surprise me or shock me. And I also know how much she loves you, so I know from experience that she must be hurting right now, too.

Maybe she deserves to. My mom cheated on my dad with curtis ashford.

But your parents have been divorced for a very long time, haven’t they?

It happened years ago. Not only did my mom betray my dad, she lied to curtis and never told him she was married.

I see.

Right? My mom is always talking about the importance of truth and honesty. Now it turns out she’s a total hypocrite.


My aunt stella’s trying to figure out and remember what happened the day she had her stroke. Is there some way that you can determine how soon she might get her memory back? Or if she can get it back?

I’m afraid not. Some patients recover their memories, and some never do.

Right, right, right.

[ Sighs ] Cameron webber, he told us that my aunt had an envelope that she wanted to mail, but that was before she collapsed, and it was damaged, so it was thrown away.

And you don’t have any idea what that could have been?

Yeah, I remember you signing the papers. But beyond that, it’s a blur.

Stella, I want you to know that after I signed the divorce papers, I went to go find curtis to try to fight for our marriage one last time, but it was too late.

Thanks for telling me. And I am so, so sorry.

Me, too. But thank you.

[ Scoffs ] Dear god, for what?

[ Laughs ] For your single-mindedness of purpose.

You mean my stubbornness?

I do. Thank you for accepting me into your family, eventually. For fighting like hell to keep me in it. For inspiring me to make that last try to save it. It didn’t work out, but… now I can let go, knowing that I gave it my all.


[ Sighs ] Do you really think it’s a good idea for spencer to stay here alone?

He’s practically a grown man.

I am a grown man.

What if the stalker comes back?

The stalker has never shown any interest in spencer. Besides, there’s a security team in place, not to mention the staff.

So much for solitude.

They’re different. They stay out of the way.

And I also agree. Spencer’s lived in dorms for years, and he needs to learn to be on his own and to keep his own counsel.

I just want to enjoy the family homestead and get a little bit of quiet.

Well… okay, then. I’m a phone call away.

I know. Thank you, grandmother. And I’m really looking forward to spending that quality time with you. Just not tonight.

Okay. We’ll have to make plans. Can’t wait. Father, have a good trip.

I’ll do my best. Spencer… I want to apologize again. I should have never been suspicious of you. You know, we’ve made such progress together as a family.

Um, I think it’s best that we just forget this and not let it get in the way.

Yeah, let’s not.

Farewell.

What did you suspect him of?

That’s why I called you over. I… I found this letter to spencer… from ryan chamberlain.


I don’t understand why she told you this in the first place.

She didn’t tell me. She should have, but she didn’T. And I have a right to know.

No, you don’T. No, no. First of all, no mother is obligated to discuss any extramarital affairs with her children. But I — and secondly, by sparing you the details of a mistake she made a very long time ago, I think your mother was just trying to give herself a clean slate.

But she lied to my dad.

Yeah. And I can understand why you would be upset about that, but it’s also none of your business.

How can you say that? I’m their daughter.

Yeah, but it’s their marriage we’re talking about, and what goes on in their marriage is their business.

But —

and, trina, you know, affairs, sometimes they’re a symptom of a bigger problem. When somebody is feeling unloved or very lonely, sometimes they do things they wouldn’t ordinarily do. The bottom line here, trina, is that you need to show your mother some compassion.

But —

no, there’s no — there is no “but” about it. This is your mother, and she disappointed you. I get that. I understand that. But trina, none of us — not even you — is perfect.


I have no idea what my aunt was about to put in the mailbox, and, unfortunately, neither does she. So…

hey.

Hey. I see you’re still standing. Stella and I had a meeting of minds about our divorce. She’s finally accepted it.

Thank you for talking to her. I should go get her ready.

[ Sighs ] Last time stella had a stroke, it was because she found out that curtis and I were together, and now… that woman is a force of nature.

[ Both chuckle ]

I mean, first, she refuses to let you in the family, and now she’s gonna do anything possible to prevent you from leaving it.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah.

What else did stella do?

Beyond trying to manipulate you into staying away from curtis? Oh, it went way beyond that. I vaguely remember being at kelly’s with you. And you were angry with me. But why? What had I done?

Do you really want to know?

It’s not a question of what I want, curtis. I need to know.

You confronted portia about the affair that she and I had all those years ago.

Oh, dear lord. I wish being unable to remember would absolve me from all that.

Yeah, I think we’d all rather put it behind us.

Wait a minute. Something else happened when I confronted portia. Something that made it worse. Oh, what was it?

Portia’s daughter, trina. She overheard you.

Oh, god.


Where did you get this?

At spring ridge, among ryan’s belongings. Spencer returned it unopened, but just seeing it, it unsettled me. I wasn’t thinking clearly, and I accused spencer of conspiring with ryan against ava.

[ Scoffs ] Spencer would never do that.

You’re right. The dates don’t match up, hence the apology.

Do you think it’s possible that ryan is trying to use spencer to get to ava somehow?

[ Sighs ] You were right to bring this to us. I think I need to go find out what the hell’s going on at spring ridge.

Yes.

Thank you, kevin. Anything you can do would be appreciated.

Unfortunately, I really do need to get to the airport.

Are you sure that spencer is going to be okay here by himself?

Oh, yes. I’m sure he’ll be fine.

Well, he does seem to be growing up. He did mention that he talked with ava and they agreed to a truce.

He did?

Mm-hmm.

What else did he say?

He said that ava agreed to limit contact with you.

Well, that explains why I received an e-mail instructing me to only communicate with ava through her attorney.


Well, hello, liesl obrecht. Pleasure to see you again.

Cassadine family lore hints at a romance between you and my great uncle victor. And like much greek lore, it is ancient and filled with horrors.[ Chuckles ] Well, nevertheless, I’m quite fond of your magnificent daughter and wish that things could have worked out between her and my father. But alas, my father is a very stubborn and unforgiving man.

Spencer, trust me, things worked out for the best.

We’ll have to agree to disagree. Mr. Baldwin, if memory serves, you’re quite the impressive attorney.

Well, thank you. And listen, kid, if you ever get in any trouble, come see me.

I’ll keep that in mind. Thank you.

Come on. Let’s go somewhere and catch up.

Victor cassadine?

[ Sighs ] I spent decades in a romantic stupor over cesar faison. All things considered, victor was a step up. Even so. I shall put it this way. Cesar was, as britta would say, rock bottom. Victor was topsoil. And you… are the stars.


No more putting me and your father together.

Can I help it if I think you belong together?

Yes, you can, because you did it to weaponize me against ava, and friends don’t use each other like that.

You’re right. I’m sorry.

Wow, that’s very mature of you. You’ll forgive me if it takes me a minute to buy it.

Take all the time you need. By the way, you should know, I’ve decided that I’m going to spend less time worrying about my father’s life and focus on my own. In fact, I was just over at the restaurant, taking advantage of their excellent catering service.

Oh! Special occasion?

I’m throwing a party to end all parties, and I want you to come. Feel free to bring a plus-one.


I have been meaning to ask you this. Even now, I hesitate.

You can ask me anything.

Very well. I’m attending a medical conference on new research and advancements in treatment of hereditary diseases, including huntington’S.

Hmm. Where?

Saint lucia.

Hmm. How long?

A week.

I’m going to lose you for a whole week?

Not if you come with me.


I presume your stubborn and unforgiving father is unaware of your par-tay plans?

He’s gonna be in dubai.

Oh.

Please come.

To chaperone a bevy of gen zers? No thanks.

You’ll hardly be a chaperone. Maybe you’ll meet someone. Unless you want to bring that plus-one.

I think I’ll steer clear of romance with 18-year-olds.

So, you’re not seeing anyone?

Spencer!

I’m serious about that party, though.

You know how your father can be.


So, trina overheard the whole exchange.

Oh, no.

Yeah. Yeah. Now she sees me as someone who stepped out on her father and lied to curtis.

[ Sighs ] She’s spent the last two nights over at josslyn’s house. You’re probably thinking this is what I get, right?

Oh, no, I am in no position to judge you or anyone. I kept from tj that I knew cyrus was behind his abduction, and he was furious. I mean, rightfully so. But look at me and tj now. We’re close again. I promise you, if tj and I can find a way past my mistakes, you and trina can find a way past yours.

Any idea how?

Oh.

[ Sighs ] Whatever you do, don’t push. It never works. Just let trina come to you.

What have I done to that poor child?

Aunt stella, look, take it easy, okay? Take it easy. The last thing you need after a stroke is to elevate your blood pressure.

Oh. Trina…

she’ll come around. After all, if there’s one thing you always taught me, it’s that we all have the capacity to forgive.

Oh, I hope so, ’cause I’m gonna need all the forgiveness I can get.


You said your mother didn’t tell you about the affair. So how did you find out about it?

I overheard ms. Henry unloading on my mom about it. Then, not too long after, ms. Henry had a stroke. She’s gonna be okay, but the whole thing is just a mess.

I can see how it seems that way, especially because you’re at the heart of it, which means if you want things to get better…

which I do. …

Then you’ve got to be the one to start making them better. Go and see your mom and talk to her.

I don’t know if I’m ready to do that.

Well, you don’t have to be ready. Not right this minute. But soon, okay? Because I’ve learned the hard way that we cannot let things like this fester. We need to set things right as soon as we can.


Well, donna is down for her nap.

Um… I heard her earlier when she called you daddy.

Yeah, I mean, she doesn’t really know what she’s saying.

Yes, she does. I mean, she doesn’t remember sonny. But she knows what daddy means, and to her, you’re daddy and… are you okay with that?

[ Sighs ]


Well, I forgive you.

Why?

Why? Because I love you. I was always going to forgive you, aunt stella. And because you were fighting for something that you believe in, something that i asked you to believe in.

Mm.

But, aunt stella, my marriage to jordan is over, and I need you to accept that.

Yes. Yes, it took a stroke to get me here, but I — I finally, finally accept it.

Good. Let’s get you out of here.

But, curtis, how will portia and trina ever get over what I did to them?

They are resilient, strong women, just like you. I’m sure things will work themselves out over time.


Portia, you’re a good mother. Just give trina a little time to remember that, because she will.

Thank you. You know, maybe there’s hope for our friendship yet.

[ Elevator bell dings ]

Oh, hey, portia. I just wanted you to know that, um… I had to tell my aunt stella about what happened with trina.

Oh, no. I was hoping we could protect her from that.

I know, me too, but she insisted, and you know when my aunt stella insists…

yeah, no. I — I get it. So, how is she taking it?

She’s embarrassed. But most of all, she’s worried about how this affected trina.

Me too.


A week in saint lucia? Do I have to go to the lectures?

Of course not. I have to pay close attention, and you are far too distracting.

Well —

but there will be plenty of extra time to… socialize.

Hmm? Count me in, mein schnitzel.

[ Laughs ]


Tell me all about your broken heart. Sharing is healing. Uh…

[ Clears throat ] I will share this with you — your back says “kick me.” Huh?

[ Laughs ] Who was the last person to put sunscreen on your back?

Trina.

[ Laughs ] When did you get here?

You know, from this angle, it kind of looks like it says “kiss me.”

[ Snorts ]


Are you sure there isn’t something I can do to help you out with trina?

I’ll let you know if I think of anything. Hell, I’d probably storm over to josslyn’s house and bring trina home myself if jordan hadn’t convinced me not to.

Alright.


The truth is, spencer has every right to be upset with me. I never should have tried to handle ryan on my own.

Yeah, but you paid dearly for that. And, you know, I shouldn’t have to remind spencer of that.

Thank you. This whole business about harmony writing letters for ryan does have me worried. I think I should go to spring ridge and just find out what I can.

We can’t afford any mistakes with ryan.

And you won’t make any more. I have total confidence in you.

Oh, that’s nice to hear.

I love you, dr. Collins.

And I love you, madam mayor.


Is this what we’re talking about?

Proximity.

Works for me. ‘

Ava.

Nikolas.

You can’t be here.

Actually, I can.

No! No, you can’T. If the stalker finds out, things could get a lot worse for us.

It won’T. Because I know who the stalker is.


Now that my father is on the way to the emirates, I have to finish with the party plans.

You kids have fun.

I mean it, britt. Please come. It’ll heal what ails you.

Oh.

[ Sighs ] You know, I’ve always been a “physician, heal thyself” kind of gal.

Mm. How’s that working out for you?


We should probably teach donna to call me jason.

Okay.

You know, sonny is her father. And she — she probably won’t remember him, but…[ Sighs ] Just feels wrong to take his place.

Yeah. But whatever, you know, donna wants to call me, as long as she knows that I love her and that I’m gonna protect her.

[ Chuckles ] Well, she senses that already.

Um, are you sure you’re not imagining things, carly?

No. No, because you are one of donna’s favorite people. Like mother, like daughter.


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Jack: You say you’re looking for a friend, well, look no further. You were the guiding force that figured out how sally and tara were working together to come between kyle and summer. I had my doubts all along. You were right from the start. Kudos to you.

Phyllis: Yay to me.

Jack: What’s wrong?

Phyllis: I raised my daughter to be a strong, independent woman, didn’t I? Yeah, I raised her to run from no fight, run from no challenge. I raised the kind of woman who would do whatever she wanted with whomever she wanted and be whatever she wanted.

Jack: All great qualities. What is the problem?

Phyllis: She took me up on it.

Chelsea: Connor says lacrosse camp is going well.

Adam: That kid is becoming a phenom on the field. Fast, strong, tough.

Chelsea: Just like his parents.

Adam: Yeah, before he left, i advised him that he should take this opportunity to improve his skills, and he really listened.

Chelsea: I hope you don’t think I put up too much of a fight when you wanted to bring him back from minnesota.

Adam: No, not at all. I realize it was hard for you, but you did the right thing, letting him come back here.

Chelsea: I was actually thinking it might be fun to visit him at camp, you know? See him in action.

Adam: Sure. He would love that.

Chelsea: Maybe you could take the day off and join us. Think about how much fun connor would have. I mean, we just haven’t had a chance to be together for him as a family, you know? We haven’t been able to be there for him like that in so long.

Adam: You’re right. He would love that. Um…I’ll check my calendar.

Chelsea: Or maybe we could make a weekend of it. You know, find something fun to do in the area, go to one of the restaurants by camp, or maybe we could take connor out of camp for a night and do a sleepover at a hotel.

Adam: Honestly, chelsea?

Chelsea: You don’t think it’s a good idea.

Adam: It’s not that, it’s just all this talk about family time. I’m curious — where do you see that going?

Sally: I was just saying the same thing to a friend new york. That all of the looks that are coming out of paris this season have, like, a certain…

Chloe: Je ne sais quoi.

[ Chuckles ]

Sally: Yes, precisely. No, I love the silhouettes and the playfulness, the colors, the textures.

Chloe: I just love that you come at everything from such an interesting angle. I mean, you’re fun, but serious. Audacious, but grounded.

Sally: Well, that’s me.

Chloe: And this is what i mean when I was talking about partnership benefiting both of us, because if you could put that all down in writing, you could occupy the top spot on newman media’s fashion site. I mean, I’m thinking maybe even a byline that reads “sally spectra, contributing expert.” I don’t know, something along those lines. And I don’t know, I mean, if things turn out the way they should, what do you think about being the face of the platform?

Sally: Ha, I would love it. I mean, I already have a million ideas.

Chloe: Good, I want to hear them all. So next, I think we just need to have lauren sign off on your side hustle, which I really don’t think will be a problem because jcv could really use the press and, I mean, not to mention, she’s family.

Sally: Uh, put — put your phone away, chloe.

Chloe: Why?

Sally: ‘Cause this would never work.

Rey: Hey.

Sharon: Oh, hi. I was just about to text you.

Rey: Yeah, are you looking for an update on tracking mariah’s location using her cellphone data?

Sharon: Yeah. Please tell me that you’ve had some good luck.

Rey: Oh. I know this isn’t what you want to hear, but I’ve been running into the same roadblocks that tessa has. I’ve been using more sophisticated software, but the results are the same.

Sharon: Is there something else we can do?

Rey: Well, there is one more thing I want to look into, but unfortunately, I can’t give you any information on mariah’s location right now. She could be anywhere.

Sharon: Look, I know you don’t like making guesses without a lot of facts, but you also have a lot of experience to draw on. And I probably know mariah better than anyone so that means I have no objectivity. What is your gut telling you? What do you think is going on with mariah?

Rey: I hate to say this, sharon, but sometimes people don’t want to be found.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

Devon: Hey, is that mariah?

Abby: I don’t know why I even keep trying. I wonder if she knows how worried we are about her or how much we miss her, how much we want her to come back home.

Devon: I think she has an idea.

Abby: I just — I want her to know how grateful I am to her and to you, too, and if space is what she needs, then, fine, i will move out of the chancellor house until the baby’s born. Mariah and tessa can have the whole place to themselves.

Devon: Abby, that’s not gonna be necessary. I’m sure when she comes back, she’s gonna be ready to be around everybody again.

Abby: I hope so. I just — I keep sending these texts to who knows where, and i hear nothing in response. It’s just — it’s all so hard.

[ Cellphone vibrates ] Do you think it could be…?

Devon: There’s one way to find out.

Abby: [ Sighs ] “Please stop. I need more time. You’re not making this any easier.”

[ Pounding on door ]

Mariah: You don’t scare me, you know.

Tessa: Mariah? Are you in there? It’s me.

Mariah: Tessa, oh, my god. Tessa?! Tessa, it’s me! I’m here!

[ Gasps ] I can’t get out. Somebody locked me in here, and I’ve been trapped here ever since.

Tessa: I’m here to get you out and take you home where you belong.

Mariah: Oh, I knew you would find me. The door — the door is locked.

Tessa: Stand back.

Mariah: What?

Tessa: Mariah, I mean it. Get away from the door.

Mariah: Okay. Um… I’m good. Just be careful.

Tessa: [ Grunts ]

Mariah: Are you okay?

Tessa: Yeah.

[ Hitting door ]

Mariah: Tessa. Oh, my god. Oh, my god.

[ Gasping ] Oh, my god. You don’t know how many times I’ve hoped and I’ve prayed for this moment, just so I could see your face.

Tessa: Oh, babe, you’re breaking my heart.

Mariah: How did you find me?

Tessa: I didn’T.

Mariah: What? What are you talking about? Of — of course you did. You’re right here.

Tessa: I want to be able to tell you and the baby how i saved you one day, but, 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’ve deserted us.

Mariah: No, I would never —

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Jack: Hey. I know how proud you are of your daughter.

Phyllis: Of course I’m proud. Of course I am. I mean, she got everything she wanted. She has a great job, her fiancé is by her side. She has an adorable little stepson. I just… I wish she had that here.

Jack: Yeah, I know that feeling.

Phyllis: Oh, it’s bad enough that daniel’s in savannah. I see him, like, never, ever.

[ Scoffs ] And the reason that I uncovered everything behind, you know, sally and tara’s scheme is because I wanted to pave the way for summer to come back home. But she didn’t want to come back home. She’s in another continent. I mean, I can’t really call her up now and say, on the spur of the moment, “hey, you want to go out for brunch? You want to go shopping?”

Jack: I do get this, but just pretend that summer got this job without sally pulling any strings. You had to be pretty excited when she got the job, even knowing it would take her out of town, right?

Phyllis: But I wasn’t, because I knew there was something shady going on, so I didn’t allow myself to get excited. So it’s like she was pulled over there for really no good reason.

Jack: No, a great job is a very good reason to move.

Phyllis: It’s a very good reason, jack, but it just —

[ Sighs ] I did all of this so she would come home. And she’s not coming home. She’s still [Scoffs] Like seven time zones away.

Jack: I suspect if I spent the rest of the day coming up with reasons you should feel better about this, I wouldn’t put a dent in it. So let me ask you something — how does nick feel about this? Is he as upset as you are, or is he already seeing a silver lining? Judging from that reaction, the two of you are not seeing eye to eye.

Phyllis: Mnh-mnh, we are not.

Jack: What does nick say?

Phyllis: I’m not gonna tell you what he says, ’cause I have a feeling you’re gonna agree with him, and then you two will be right, and then I’ll be wrong. And I will not accept that.

Chelsea: I let myself get carried away, didn’t I? Um…I’m sorry.

Adam: It’s okay.

Chelsea: I’m just excited to give connor all the things he missed out on last year when he was at boarding school.

Adam: So am I.

Chelsea: But if my suggestions are making you uncomfortable, we can scale back my ideas.

Adam: I think we need to take it a step at a time.

Chelsea: Not a problem. I think I’m just excited about my progress, you know? Every day is like a renewal. Every day is a chance to take another step forward.

Adam: Well, that’s a good way to look at it.

Chelsea: I mean, being out of the hospital is just liberating.

[ Exhales ] I’m finally realizing just how bad it got, and I just want to start to piece my life back together as best I can. So if it seems like I’m going overboard trying to, you know, get all the quality family time, it’s just because I feel ready, and that’s a really good feeling.

Adam: That’s nice to hear.

Chelsea: But?

Adam: I am glad that you’re being so positive. I think that that is great. But I’m worried that too much too soon might confuse connor about where things stand between us.

Chelsea: It’s never going back to the way things were, is it?

Adam: I think it’s just best that we say this out loud, chelsea. Too much has changed. We will always be connor’s parents, and he can always count on us working together and making his life as happy as possible, but we need to make our own paths forward now. Separately.

Chloe: Wait. Everything was going so great. Why put the brakes on all of a sudden? What’s the problem?

Sally: Me. I’m the problem, so why don’t you just save yourself a lot of heartache and have somebody else write for your site?

Chloe: Does this have something to do with what phyllis told me?

Sally: [ Sighs ] I just got so swept up in the idea of everything that i thought there could be a way to make this work, but there’s not. You’re gonna learn the truth eventually, and I’m sure lauren will relish in telling you why she fired me.

Chloe: Oh, uh, sorry, so you don’t work for jcv anymore?

Sally: That is the least of it.

Chloe: Well, it couldn’t be that bad. I mean, what, were you trying to bring back the poodle skirt or something?

Sally: Do you really want to know?

Chloe: Sure. I mean, listen, I’m gonna hear about it anyway, so you might as well tell me your end of the story.

Sally: Okay. Alright, here it is in all its glory — the tragic tale of the downfall of sally spectra.

[ Sighs ] Okay, right after I arrived from la trying to carve out a new fashion niche for myself, i learned that summer had gotten my dream job, while I became lauren’s assistant. And I was very grateful for the opportunity, don’t get me wrong, but I ran my own fashion house. I had my own lines. I have massive amounts of experience. And here I was, starting at the bottom again. So I bided my time, until i learned that ashland locke was giving his wife the boot, and i saw that our goals aligned. Summer had both the job that i wanted and the man that tara wanted, and I — together, we could make our dreams come true. So I asked eric forrester and asked him for a job recommendation, and long story short, one thing led to another, and boom, now summer is the creative director for angelina marchetti in milan.

Chloe: So how did you get her to take the job? I mean, aside from it being a bad-ass career move?

Sally: Well, tara told summer that if summer didn’t take the job, that she would make sure that kyle never saw his son again.

Chloe: Oh. Well, yeah, that’S…extreme.

Sally: And unfortunately, phyllis figured everything out and told everyone, so now kyle and summer are living happily ever after in italy, and I am out of a job. And now we can just part ways and you can pretend that you never met me. (Tonya) smoking damaged my heart.

Chloe: Maybe we should shift focus and talk about a deadline for your first piece.

Sally: Did you not hear everything I just said?

Chloe: I heard every word, very clearly. And I knew going in that you’re no saint. I mean, I didn’t know things had gotten that crazy.

Sally: So why are you still here?

Chloe: My best friend chelsea is trying to turn her life around, and I want that to happen for her. So your story resonates with me. But mainly, I used to be you, more or less. Things change. People change. I mean, now I have two gorgeous kids and a man who loves me, and the man I loathed more than anything on this earth gave me an incredible job with a lot of autonomy, free rein to do anything I want, and what I want is to have sally spectra’s byline on my site. So are we gonna get to work, or what?

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

Abby: I’m trying really hard not to be angry with mariah because she’s a good person and there has to be some logical reason why this happened.

Devon: Yeah, I — I really don’t know the right way to respond to this.

Abby: Well, empathy — empathy is what I want to feel. I mean, mariah wouldn’t be pregnant if it wasn’t for me, if I hadn’t asked her to carry the baby. And I just — I want to hug her and I want to tell her that i understand how difficult this is for her, and I am sorry for hovering, but, you know, you can’t hug someone through a text. I can’t make her feel how much I love her.

Devon: I know, but you’ve said that to her in person tons of times.

Abby: Which is part of the problem. I wouldn’t stop talking about it, and now she’s having to deal all of this by herself. And I don’t think she realizes that she’s making it more difficult. I mean, isolation is not the answer.

Devon: You’re absolutely right. And I don’t know what’s going through mariah’s mind. I know that you’ve shown more empathy than most people would in your situation right now. But you just have to try and remember to not worry so much about mariah that you forget to take care of yourself. Like you should delegate and have some of your staff handle the paperwork until she comes back home.

Abby: Yeah, yeah, you’re right. I can do that.

Devon: Yeah. Yeah, and you know what? Maybe you need to distract yourself, too. Why don’t you plan to go and hang out with nina or something?

Abby: Well, nina is in la. A film company hired her to work on a script.

Devon: Oh, really?

Abby: Yeah.

Devon: I figured she would be in town until chance came home.

Abby: I told her to go. I would hate if any of this interfered with her life or her career.

Devon: Well, you still have me. I’m not going anywhere. And hey, speaking of films, i have an idea. You should make another video for chance. It might make you feel better to focus on him like that, have that connection. I’ll be your camera man.

Abby: Yeah, I don’t know.

Devon: No? Was it something I said?

Abby: No, you always give the perfect advice. It’s just I haven’t been making those video diary entries recently.

Devon: Why haven’t you?

Abby: Because I’m afraid.

Devon: What are you afraid of?

Abby: Of what he’ll see. Is struggling to manage your type 2 diabetes

Devon: Hey. You never answered my question. What are you afraid of chance seeing in these videos?

Abby: Resentment. Do you remember how I talked to you about how I was feeling angry that I was having to deal with all of this by myself? You’re the only person that i can talk about that stuff with.

Devon: Okay, but you know that everything you’re feeling is completely normal.

Abby: Yeah, but it scares me to think about him coming home and watching the videos and seeing that.

Devon: Why is that scary? That’s your husband. That’s like the one person who you shouldn’t have to hide your feelings from, right?

Abby: Yeah, but he has a lot on his plate. He’s on a job that’s taken him away from everyone he loves. He’s putting his life in jeopardy every single day. And the last thing I would want is for him to come home and feel like I wasn’t giving him 110% of my support while he was away.

[ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone vibrates ] Sorry. What if this is —

Devon: Is it mariah?

Abby: No, it’s sharon. She’s with rey. They want to meet.

Devon: Okay. Alright, I’ll go with you.

Phyllis: You know, I came here to talk to a friend, not get the third degree, but you want to know how nick’s being? Yeah, he’s being great. Great, rational, reasonable. Terrific. Terrific about this entire thing.

Jack: You don’t say.

Phyllis: Yeah. He thinks it’s wonderful that our daughter is in italy having the time of her life at her dream job. He is so happy for her that she is thriving.

Jack: My god, what has gotten into him?

Phyllis: You know what? I don’t appreciate your sarcasm. I want to feel how you guys feel, but all I do is miss my daughter. I just miss my daughter, okay?

Jack: Okay, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to tease you. I will stop right now.

Phyllis: Thank you.

Jack: I do know how you feel. I love summer and kyle more than I can say, and I could not be happier that the two people i love so much are together right now. But it comes at a price.

Phyllis: I mean, you don’t have your co-ceo anymore.

Jack: I enjoyed every single minute watching my son grow into this competent, strong businessman.

Phyllis: And harrison. What about him?

Jack: Hopefully kyle and ashland will work out some way for harrison to spend time in milan with them, and that, of course, is time I won’t have watching my grandson grow up or watching my son become a father.

Phyllis: You know how I feel.

Jack: Yeah. You know what, though? We didn’t — we didn’t have kids to become clones of ourselves that never leave our side. There’s a cost we have to pay. It’s — it’s part of the package. And I mean, they’re not out of our lives, they’re out of the country.

Phyllis: Long plane ride away.

Jack: Yeah, a long plane ride away to really great brunch opportunities and good shopping.

Phyllis: Yeah. Yay. I know what you want me to say. You want me to say, “stop feeling sorry for yourself and be happy for your brilliant daughter.”

Jack: You think you’re gonna do that?

Phyllis: No.

Jack: No, I didn’t think so.

[ Both laugh ]

Phyllis: I’ll try to do that. You know, it’s just really hard. Thank you.

[ Sighs ] I need a drink. You want a drink? I’m paying.

Jack: If you’re buying, I’d love to have a drink.

Phyllis: [ Chuckles ]

Chloe: Hey, adam.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Don’t bother knocking. Come on in. Who do we have here?

Chloe: This is the person who will give our fashion platform instant credibility and set us apart from the rest — sally spectra.

Sally: Nice to meet you.

Adam: Sally spectra. Where have I heard that name before?

Sally: Well, I’m only slightly famous, but it’s mostly because of great-aunt, the original sally spectra, which lucky for you ’cause otherwise, you wouldn’t be able to afford me.

Adam: I know why you seem so familiar. You were dating jack abbott, weren’t you?

Sally: Yeah, but that’s in the past.

Adam: He’s a friend of mine.

Sally: Wow, everyone in this town really does know each other.

Chloe: Tell you what, give jack a call, he’ll give you all the dirt on sally. It won’t be pretty, but I don’t care because you told me I can hire whoever I want, and I am standing by my latest discovery.

Adam: It never crossed my mind to call jack, but now it sounds like maybe I should.

Chloe: Don’t forget, if we start holding people to unreasonable standards because of their questionable pasts, you and I are the first ones out the door.

Adam: [ Sighs, chuckles ] Fair enough. Sally…welcome aboard.

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Chloe: Now, this is the perfect place to celebrate your new job. We’re gonna pop some bubbly and we’re gonna brainstorm.

Sally: Man, I really thought things were gonna go south whenever adam remembered that i used to date jack, because trust me, whatever negative things lauren has to say about me, they are not nearly as bad as what jack could tell you.

Chloe: And I am so glad that you were honest with me because now we can just start with a clean slate — no secrets, no skeletons. And I don’t really care what jack has to say because you already told me everything that I need to know.

Sally: Why are you so willing to take a chance on me?

Chloe: Because I have a really good feeling about you, a sense that this risk is really going to pay off.

Sally: You have no idea how good it feels to have someone actually believe in me.

Chloe: I mean, I know that you can’t just change overnight. I mean, that would be naive, but all I’m saying is just don’t bring whatever you’re getting into into work because I am very serious about this new venture, and I know adam. If you cross the line, then I’m gonna pay the price, so don’t even try it, because I am 10 times meaner than lauren.

Sally: You don’t have to worry about me at all. I learned my lesson. I just plan on keeping my head down and staying focused on my work.

Chloe: Then I think we’re gonna get along just fine.

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

Chloe: And I was serious about what I said before, about you being our on-camera personality. You know, there are some really big fashion shows coming up, so I’m thinking you can interview some designers, get some backstage exclusive footage.

Jack: This was a good idea.

Phyllis: Yeah, I’m filled with good ideas. You know that about me.

Jack: How could I have forgotten that?

Chloe: Sally? What do you think?

Sally: Sorry, we were talking about video.

Chloe: Close. We were talking about making you a star.

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

Rey: Thank you all for coming. I know that everyone here is anxious to find out the latest on the search for mariah.

Devon: What did you guys find out?

Rey: Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find out anything on her location. Even with using the department’s more sophisticated software, I’ve been running into the same problems that tessa has — a message that says mariah’s location has been turned off.

Abby: Okay, so what do we do now?

Tessa: We stop pretending that this isn’t as bad as it seems. It’s time to do more than just cross our fingers and hope mariah’s gonna come home on her own. Not everyone feels this as strongly as I do, I get that. But it’s one thing for mariah to want some time to herself, but to go to these extremes to be alone? Sorry, that’s not mariah. And everyone needs to acknowledge that — now.

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Sharon: Tessa, I know that you’re convinced that something more happened to mariah than we know about, and I’m not telling you that you’re wrong, but as rey said earlier, there’s just no proof.

Rey: Look, I understand why you want to hit the panic button, but I can’t do anything without a lead, and so far, we don’t have any. That’s why I called you all over here so I could see if there’s anything that I’m missing.

Tessa: I know in my heart that something’s off.

Abby: And there’s one thing i know for sure — if mariah knew how upset we all were, she’d be home in a flash if she could.

Sharon: I think abby’s right. Mariah loves her job. She takes it very seriously. She texted jack to say that she would be gone for a few days, and then no one at jabot has heard from her ever since. She missed a prenatal appointment after she said she would be home in time for it.

Tessa: She knows how dangerous that can be for her and the baby. And she knows how much she means to me.

Sharon: And the bottom line is, mariah may be upset, but she’s not cruel. She would never torture tessa or abby or any of us intentionally.

[ Laughter ]

Phyllis: Oh, my gosh, look at that. I warned chloe about that snake, and there she is, carrying on at the bar. They’re like besties.

Chloe: Cheers.

Sally: Cheers!

Jack: Maybe it’s business.

Phyllis: But sally’s unemployed, unless you know something I don’T.

Jack: Adam told me that newman media offered chloe a fashion platform. Maybe sally wants to be part of that.

Phyllis: Oh, my goodness.

[ Scoffs ] I wouldn’t put it past her. Seriously, lauren gives her the heave-ho, and here she is, worming her way into chloe’s life.

Jack: I am confident chloe can handle herself. Stop staring.

Phyllis: I can’t even believe this. What is she still doing here? I blew up her scheme sky high. She should be embarrassed. She should be leaving this town with her tail between her legs, not enjoying herself at the bar while my daughter is thousands of miles away. You know what I always say, right? You know what I always say.

Jack: No, I don’T.

Phyllis: Don’t get mad, get even. This is the sound of an asthma attack…

Chloe: So I’m envisioning our video content as a mix of in-studio segments where we’re showcasing new trends and keeping our users up-to-date on the latest fashion news and field coverage and maybe you’re out on the street, styling people and taking people into the headquarters of their favorite designers. I want all of your input, your wildest ideas.

Sally: You might regret saying that.

Chloe: I don’t want you to hold back, okay? We are starting this from scratch, and I know that you just had your wrist slapped, but I don’t want that to diminish your ambition because that is the engine will make this so special.

Sally: Okay, so you would be okay with sending me on a tour of every fashion capital on earth, traveling first class all the way?

Chloe: Okay, let’s maybe not get ahead of ourselves. After everything you just told me, I don’t think I need to explain that.

Sally: Yeah, sorry, I was just day-dreaming out loud. No, I’m all about keeping things on a budget and making you, my brand-new boss, look good because I have a lot to prove, and I do accept full blame for taking things way too far at fenmore’S. But that woman has been out to get me from the moment that we met, and even if I had done nothing, she would have found something to use against me. She’s trouble. And I will never forget it.

Adam: Hey, jack.

Jack: Adam, hello.

Phyllis: Long time no see, adam.

Adam: Don’t tell me you missed me. Hey, jack, chloe just hired sally spectra to start working at newman media. I know that you know her well. Am I making a mistake by letting chloe run with the new hire?

Jack: Well —

Phyllis: I’ll answer that. Yes. A big mistake, gigantic one.

Adam: Any particular reason why?

Jack: It’s —

Phyllis: I’ll answer that. Yes. Because she and tara locke were partners in crime.

Adam: You don’t say.

Phyllis: That one is selfish, self-centered, and devious. While tara locke is rightfully facing charges, this one over here lands on her feet.

Adam: So you’re saying you and sally have a lot in common. Is that why you don’t like her?

Mariah: You, boy, are gonna have the best baby book ever. It’s gonna be three pages at least dedicated to the time that you were kidnapped in utero, all the while, your surrogate had to find her way out of a seemingly impossible situation. So if you want to know what is going on out here, I am searching for something. Anything. A clue to why we’re here, where we are, and who put us here. So maybe we — that’s — that’s a camera. So is that you’ve been doing, you’ve been watching us? Have you been watching us?! How twisted are you?! Why am I here? What do you want? No, no, no, no, no. That’s it, okay? No more video. No more watching. Got it? There. How do you like that? If you want to know what’s going on in here, you can come out from hiding, you coward, and face me.

Sharon: Each of us has tried to get through to mariah, and so far, nothing has worked.

Abby: What do you think we should do?

Sharon: Some sort of digital intervention, just try to get her to understand how we feel being away from her, why we’re so concerned?

Tessa: But what if that doesn’t work?

Sharon: If our intervention isn’t enough to make her come home on her own, then I think that we need to turn up the heat on the search. No more crossing our fingers and waiting for an app to give us answers. No more being passive. If there are no leads, then we need to dig some up. You know, we haven’t yet looked at her credit card usage, her bank account activity, and i think we need to start doing that.

Tessa: Hallelujah. This is what I have wanted all along.

Abby: Sharon’s right. It’s time to bring mariah home, one way or another.

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Ej: Got it, yes. Thank you for finding her number so quickly. Kristen, it’s your brother. It’s great to hear your voice too. Yes, it took a while, but I finally got your letter.

Lucas: I am so sorry. I am so sorry the way this all went down. But I honestly thought ej was gonna try to kill you. If you didn’t walk in just now, he could have just killed me.

Sami: Well, maybe I should have let him.

Lucas: What do you mean?

Sami: I mean that ej knows about us because of you.

Lucas: No, it’s not because of me. I–I tried to keep it from him.

Sami: You couldn’t just leave it in the fireplace to burn, could you? You couldn’t just let it burn.

Lucas: You know?

Sami: Of course I know. And now ej knows every detail about us. And it is because of you.

Rafe: But you are not alone. You’re not. You have holly and henry, allie, and me.

Nicole: You shouldn’t have to deal with this.

Rafe: Well, I want to deal with this. I’m your friend, nicole. I want to help. I will help. I’m not going anywhere. I’m not. Come here.

Nicole: Thank you. You mean so much to me.

Rafe: Yeah.

Nicole: I don’t know what I would do without you.

Ava: [Clears throat] Am I interrupting?

Rafe: Hi.

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

[Soft orchestration]

 

Philip: What the… it’s frozen. Oh, come on.

Gabi: I had a wonderful day. I think you’re about to get a job offer from philip.

Jake: That’s great.

Gabi: Yeah. I think our plan is officially in motion. See, first, we get rid of philip, and we take over titan, and then we take over the world.

Jake: Wow. So tell me, how exactly does one get the ball rolling on world domination?

Gabi: Oh, easy. I just had to make a slight modification to philip’s computer.

Jake: Hmm.

Philip: Come on. Enough already. Unfreeze, damn it. Stupid bunch of ones and zeros. What the hell?

Chloe: Problem?

Philip: Something wrong with my computer. At least there was. It seems to be working fine now. That’s strange.

Chloe: Maybe a little glitch in the system.

Philip: Probably. So what brings you here?

Chloe: Well, I got out of work early, and I figured since you’ve been so kind in chauffeuring me around when I was injured, now that I’ve got two arms at my disposal, I figured I would return the favor and chauffeur you somewhere. Maybe home?

Philip: That’s very thoughtful.

Chloe: Oh, come on. Don’t tell me you have to work late. I was kind of hoping we could go for a celebratory dinner.

Philip: What exactly would we be celebrating?

Chloe: Oh, I don’t know. Maybe my newly working arm, or us.

Philip: I’m really not that hungry.

Chloe: Oh, well, I kind of thought it was more about the company and not the food. You know what? If we brainstorm a collaboration between basic black and titan, I can use my corporate card.

Philip: Brady would really love that, wouldn’t he?

Chloe: What does brady have to do with this?

Philip: Oh, I don’t know. One thing, he already shot down the idea of our companies working together, so I don’t know if I really wanna brainstorm another idea. Get my ass handed to me again.

Chloe: I was kind of kidding.

Philip: Yeah. Well, here’s an idea. Why don’t you have dinner with brady?

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Chloe: Did I miss something? Philip, this can’t be about brady and me working together. We discussed that, and you said you were okay with it.

Philip: Did you save him from big, bad xander last night? Get him home safely, tuck him in?

Chloe: What are you talking about?

Philip: I waited for you at the pub for hours. I hoping maybe we could have a romantic nightcap. You never came back.

Chloe: It–it was late, and that party was definitely over.

Philip: You could have returned my text message.

Chloe: What text message? I didn’t get a text from you.

Philip: I’m sure you were pretty busy.

Chloe: Philip–oh. “I’m still at the pub. Everything okay? If you need help with brady, let me know. I’ll be here as long as it takes.” I’m so sorry. I swear I did not see this text last night. I was so tired. I just went straight home and to my room.

Philip: At least it wasn’t brady’S.

Chloe: Excuse me?

Philip: I was just saying–

Chloe: No, I heard what you said. What’s your problem? Brady is my friend, and he’s recuperating from a bad car accident. I wanted to make sure that xander didn’t beat the crap out of him.

Philip: I think brady can take care of himself. Oh, but I’m sure he was thrilled when you showed up.

Chloe: You know what? Forget about that offer for the ride.

Philip: Hey, chloe, just–wait. I’m sorry.

Chloe: Think what you want about brady, but you have to trust me, philip. Okay? I work with brady. He’s my friend, but that’s it. I’m with you, and I wanna be with you. But you have to trust that. And you have to trust me or we don’t stand a chance.

Philip: And you’re right about that. I need to grow the hell up. We’re not in high school anymore. We’re adults. And I am damn lucky to have you in my life.

Chloe: Yeah, you are damn lucky.

Philip: You’re right about another thing.

Chloe: Oh, yeah. What’s that?

Philip: I should have done what you did last night. I should have gone home, got in bed. Maybe then I wouldn’t be in the middle of this mess with sami and lucas.

Lucas: You’re right. I did take kristen’s letter out of the fireplace, but I did not give it to ej.

Sami: Because nicole did.

Lucas: I tried to stop her. I did, but it was way too late. Damn it.

Sami: Oh. Yeah. What are you a hero now for trying to stop her? Nicole would never have had that letter if you hadn’t given it to philip.

Lucas: I never gave it to philip.

Sami: That was your plan all along, lucas, I know it.

Lucas: I never had a plan. Sami, I didn’t have a plan. I told you from the very beginning that I would never do that. That I wouldn’t be the one to tell ej about us.

Sami: No. Right. So you sent your henchman to do it instead.

Lucas: My henchman? Really? No. That’s the other guy.

Sami: Okay. Come on. How stupid do you think I am? Philip has no motive to tell ej. The only reason philip gave that letter to nicole is because you put him up to it. Because you knew nicole would use the letter to destroy my marriage.

Rafe: Ava. Hi. What are you doing here?

Ava: Called your office. They said you took the day off. Are you not feeling well?

Nicole: I’m not sick. Just not having the best day.

Ava: Oh, I’m sorry to hear that.

Nicole: Look, rafe was just being kind, giving me a shoulder to cry on.

Ava: That sounds serious. Did something happen?

Nicole: You could say that. Sami dimera destroyed my marriage.

Lucas: Listen, I swear–i swear to you, I knew nicole wanted revenge on you because of what you did. You made xander expose her fling in front of everybody. But I did not tell philip to give it to her.

Sami: Oh, really? I know that’s not true. You admitted to me that you wanted to tell ej about us, but then you didn’T. What? You didn’t have the guts, so you talked your brother into doing your dirty work?

Lucas: I didn’t do it. I had nothing to do with this. I’m telling you the truth.

Sami: Then how did philip get the letter, lucas? When it was delivered, gabi took it by accident, right? And then she was able to convince jake not to use it to his advantage. There was only one other person who even knew that letter existed, because I told you. Because I told you how desperate I was to get my hands on it. And then gabi came back, and she handed me the letter. And I burned it. I tried to burn it in the fireplace, and somehow it gets miraculously resurrected by you.

Ej: That’s why our call ended so abruptly the other day. Samantha grabbed the phone from me and hung up on you. Fed me some nonsense about how I could get into trouble for aiding and abetting a wanted criminal. Of course it was just a ploy to keep you from talking to me, because she knew you’d reveal her betrayal with lucas. What am I going to do about samantha? Believe me, I have plans. You’d never want leftover onion residue

Gabi: All I had to do was put a keylogger on philip’s computer.

Jake: Oh, yeah. Keylogger. Nice.

Gabi: Do you know what a keylogger is?

Jake: Of course.

Gabi: What is it?

Jake: It’s a–okay, fine. But do you know what a piffle valve is?

Gabi: Touché. You’re gonna tell me what a piffle valve is later, but let me explain this to you, because it affects us both profoundly. A keylogger is a type of software that records every keystroke that is on a computer. So anything that philip writes–emails, passwords– I will be able to see.

Jake: Wow, that’s damn impressive. And a little scary.

Gabi: I know, right?

Jake: Yeah. Suddenly this whole world domination thing doesn’t seem outside of the bounds of possibility.

Gabi: I told you. And now that I’ve gotten in the door at titan, we can move on from phase one.

Jake: Okay. What’s phase two?

Gabi: We watch. We listen. We gather information. We learn everything that we can about the way philip does business. And then we find the perfect way to sabotage him. We’ll take him down so fast and hard. He’ll never know what hit him.

Jake: Oh, then we take over the company and the entire world if you have your way, right?

Gabi: Exactly.

Jake: You are a diabolical genius. You know that? An incredibly hot, diabolical genius.

Chloe: What mess with sami and lucas?

Philip: I probably shouldn’t get into it.

Chloe: Does it have anything to do with them sleeping together behind ej’s back?

Philip: Where did you get that idea?

Chloe: Oh, nicole suspected it. And I’m guessing it’s true.

Philip: It is. But you can’t say anything. Lucas told me this in confidence.

Chloe: I will not breathe a word of it, but you know what secrets are like in salem. They have a way of coming out.

Philip: Especially if they have a little help.

Chloe: Philip, what have you done?

Sami: Why were you even spying on me in the first place?

Lucas: I was not spying on you. I was a little upset, because you hung up on me, and I wanted to see you so we could finish our conversation. But when I saw you in front of the fireplace lighting that letter on fire–i don’t know–it got me a little bit curious, you know. Starting a fire in the middle of july. I didn’t know what you were doing. And then when you left, I fished the letter out of the fireplace, and I saw it. And I read it. And yes, I admit, I did wanna show it to ej at first.

Sami: You did want him to know.

Lucas: I did, because you know how I feel about you. You know I wanna be with you. You know I love you. But I didn’t do that, because I didn’t wanna hurt you.

Sami: Oh, great. That sounds so sweet. Except all you did was just make sure someone else did the dirty work.

Lucas: I was upset, okay? I–I confided in my brother, and–and I told him how I felt about you and how I felt about ej.

Sami: Whatever happened to discretion?

Lucas: Listen to me. How would I know that philip would do that? I thought I could trust him. He was helping me out. He knew I was upset. He came up with this plan, you know, this plan that he could make–he made sure that the letter could get to nicole without it getting traced back to me. But I didn’t go along with it. I shut that plan down. I took the letter, and I crumpled it up. I threw it away. It’s not my fault. How should I know that he was gonna go in the trash can and–and give it to nicole? I didn’t know that.

Sami: Well, either way, you got what you wanted. My marriage is blown out of the water. This is the sound of an asthma attack…

Chloe: So you gave the letter to nicole knowing that she would take it to ej?

Philip: That seemed like a great idea at the time. Nicole gets major payback. Lucas gets a shot to be with sami.

Chloe: So lucas had somebody else do his dirty work.

Philip: No, that’s where you’re wrong. This was all me. Lucas passed on it, because as much as he loves sami, he didn’t wanna hurt her. So that’s where I picked up the ball– with a letter in the trash can, in this case–and ran with it. It’s no surprise lucas isn’t showing a lot of gratitude.

Chloe: Oh, please. ‘Cause he’s such a noble man? He’s the guy who faked a brain tumor to get me out of town, like, really far out of town, antarctica. He’s not above using questionable methods when it suits him.

Philip: I bet you’re not happy with me either.

Chloe: Sami’s marriage blowing up? She deserves it.

Philip: But nicole, we don’t know that she’s actually lit that match yet.

Chloe: Knowing nicole, she’s going to use that letter exactly as you intended. And I’m not saying that I approve of your very naughty method, but I did see my best friend’s marriage fall apart last night, and I would do anything to help her. Right now, I guess I’ll just have to settle for seeing sami reap the damage that she has sown.

Nicole: Eric came home yesterday to surprise me for our anniversary.

Ava: That’s wonderful.

Nicole: Yes, it was at first. I mean, to–to get to be with him after all those months, we were so happy. And especially when he told me that he was just gonna honor his commitment in africa, and then he was coming home for good.

Ava: So what happened?

Nicole: Eric suggested that we throw a party, you know, spur of the moment, just some family and friends. And it was perfect until xander showed up.

Ava: And I’m guessing he didn’t come to wish you well.

Nicole: He told everyone that he and I slept together, and he enjoyed every minute of it.

Ava: Son of a bitch. I was hoping he’d keep his damn mouth shut.

Rafe: You knew about us?

Ava: Yeah.

Nicole: I confided in ava.

Rafe: Oh.

Ava: I don’t understand. Nicole, I don’t understand why– why would he expose you now after all of this time after you gave him a job?

Nicole: I’m guessing money.

Ava: So sami paid him to blow up your marriage.

Nicole: And it worked too, because eric is on a plane back to africa, and it’s–and it’s over between us.

Ava: What the hell is wrong with sami? What is her problem? I’m sorry. I know that the two of you were married, but where I come from, you don’t just stand back when someone hurts one of your own. Nicole, she’s not gonna get away with this. We’re gonna pay her back.

Nicole: I already did.

Ej: Needless to say, samantha will no longer be living under the dimera roof. Oh, believe me, I wanted to take even more drastic measures. But considering how pathetic she was, it hardly would’ve been satisfying. Harold is packing up her things as we speak. That cheating slut will be gone before dinner.

Lucas: You know I think ej is all wrong for you and that you’d be better off with me. I never meant to cause you pain.

Sami: You keep saying that.

Lucas: When I heard ej got the letter, I was scared. I didn’t know what he would do. I didn’t know how angry he would be. I didn’t know what he would do to you. So I came here, because I wanted to protect you.

Sami: Thank you for that.

Lucas: I’m sorry everything went down the way it did.

Sami: I don’t think you are.

Lucas: Yes, I am. I do. I mean it. You don’t deserve it. You never deserved ej to find out like this.

Sami: Well, one good thing, we certainly made nicole’s day, haven’t we? Maybe her whole year. Maybe her whole decade.

Lucas: I meant what I said before when I told you that if anything ever happened between you and ej that I’d be there for you. Because I love you. I’m sorry that things happened the way they did. I am. But maybe it’s the best. Maybe it’s a sign. Maybe this is our chance. Our chance to finally get back together again. To be a thriver

Ava: So you took kristen’s letter to ej?

Nicole: But before I gave it to him, he was so protective of sami defending her to the hilt. Wouldn’t let me say a bad thing about her even though everything I said was true. But when he read those words out loud from his own sister that sami cheated on him and with lucas, you should’ve seen the look on his face. I actually felt bad for him.

Ava: Please. You did that man a favor. Oh, and you paid back sami hard. Good for you.

Nicole: Yeah. I don’t know how good it is. I still lost eric. And then sami came over here, and she tried to kill me. And if it weren’t for rafe, I–I don’t know what would have happened.

Ava: Well, that’s rafe for you, right? Oh, he’s such a stand-up guy. He’s always–always there for his friends.

Nicole: God, this has been so much about me. Ava, what are you doing here? What’s going on?

Ava: Oh, nope. It does not matter. We can talk about it some other time.

Nicole: Wait, wait, wait, wait, please. Tell me.

Ava: Well, I just–I was hoping that since I’m in the market for a job that maybe you could arrange an interview for me at basic black if you think there’s a position that I might be qualified for.

Nicole: I–I think that’s a great idea.

Ava: Hmm?

Nicole: Yeah.

Ava: Okay. But you know what? That is not for discussion right now. Right now, we need to take care of you. I’m so sorry this is happening, nicole. Why don’t–why don’t you let rafe and i take you out for a dinner? We can get you out of the house. We’ll make a night of it. Just the three of us.

Gabi: Jake, once I put our plan into motion, then victor will have no choice but to toss philip out on his ass. And then the old coot will need to find somebody to right the ship. And who’s gonna be there ready to hit the ground running, ready to do some damage control as the new ceo? Yours truly.

Jake: That’s one answer.

Gabi: That’s–that’s the only answer.

Jake: I don’t know. I’m was thinking that…

Gabi: Thinking what?

Jake: Maybe I could be ceo. Huh?

Philip: Thanks again for not being upset with me for exposing that letter.

Chloe: Well, thank you for telling me the truth. We’ve seen what secrets do to relationships, nicole’s, sami’S.

Philip: There will never be any secrets between us. That I can promise you. And I’m sorry about earlier being a jealous jerk about you going off to help brady.

Chloe: And I’m sorry I didn’t see your text message and join you for that nightcap.

Philip: We can always have a do-over if you’re interested.

Chloe: Mm.

Ej: I owe you a great deal, kristen. If it hadn’t been for that letter, I never would’ve learned the truth about my wife. No. No, there’s no going back, no possibility of forgiveness. Knowing how you feel about her, I thought that would please you. You too. Good night.

Sami: The chain. Is this the necklace that I saw in that vintage shop in tuscany?

Ej: Is it? Who can remember?

Sami: You noticed how much I loved this necklace?

Ej: And how did it end up here?

Sami: How did you get it here?

Ej: I tracked down the shopkeeper, and he was more than happy to ship it. Try it on.

Sami: Oh, you should keep–

Ej: I’ve got it.

Sami: So beautiful. I love it. But–but why?

Ej: Well, it’s the least i could do to thank you.

Sami: Thank me for what?

Ej: For standing by me, caring for me while I recovered. And most of all for giving me the time and space I needed to once again become the husband you deserve.

Lucas: Now that your marriage is over…

Sami: Who said my marriage is over?

Lucas: Ej is packing your things. He wants you to go out of the house. I don’t think he wants to patch things up with you.

Sami: Okay, listen. This is what ej and I do, okay? This is who we are. We’re–we’re passionate people. We fight big, and then we make up, and we don’t quit. I–I don’t quit. You trust me. I will make ej come around.

Ej: Why are you still here?

Sami: He was just leaving.

Lucas: We’re not finished.

Sami: We are definitely finished. Did you wanna talk to me?

Ej: I just wanted you to know that harold has packed your bags into your car. One more thing. You left this in our room, something else from my marriage you’ve discarded.

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Philip: Why don’t we get out of here?

Chloe: I thought you’d never ask.

Lucas: Oh, I’m glad I caught you. Listen, I hate to interrupt, but I need to talk to you.

Philip: Can it wait? We were just about to head home.

Lucas: No, man. It’s important. I’ll only take a couple minutes.

Chloe: It’s okay. I–I’ll just see you at home. Okay?

Philip: Okay. I’ll see you there.

Chloe: Lucas.

Lucas: Chloe, excuse me.

Philip: So what’s going on? Did you get the letter before it went to ej?

Lucas: No, I didn’T. I was too late. Nicole gave it to him, okay? He read it, and he reacted exactly how we thought he was gonna react. He kicked sami out.

Philip: That’s great, right? Now you have your chance to be with her?

Lucas: Not exactly. Sami figured out that you gave the letter to nicole, and she thought I put you up to it.

Philip: I’m sorry about that, bro, but I can fix this.

Lucas: No, you can’T. Philip, you’ve done enough, really.

Philip: No, I’ll make sure sami knows that it was my idea. I’ll make sure that she knows that your hands are clean.

Lucas: You don’t get it, do you? She wants nothing to do with me.

Philip: But she loves you.

Lucas: She loves him more. She’s determined to convince him to forgive her. She doesn’t wanna be with me, man. I don’t stand a chance.

Ej: What are you waiting for?

Sami: Ej…

Ej: Consider it payment for services rendered. Now that you have all your belongings, you can leave.

Sami: I’m not going anywhere.

Ej: It wasn’t a request.

Sami: This isn’t your house anymore, ej. You don’t get to kick me out.

Ej: And you think gabi will let you stay?

Sami: I’m arianna’s grandmother. Gabi and I are friends. I’m pretty sure she’ll let me stay.

Ej: And what are you going to do? Park yourself in a guest room?

Sami: Well, why not? I’ll be happy to stay as long as it takes for you to forgive me.

Ej: You can stay until hell freezes over. It won’t make a difference to me or how I feel about you.

Sami: You say that now, but you love me, ej dimera. I know you do, so I’m gonna go see gabi and make sure she lets me stay ’cause you know what? You can’t get rid of me that easily.

Gabi: You wanna be the ceo at titan?

Jake: Yeah.

Gabi: This whole plan was my idea.

Jake: I know it was, but–all right, look, maybe I should be in the top spot, because after all, I’m the one with ceo experience.

Gabi: I have ceo experience too. I ran my own company.

Jake: I know you did. I–I know, but it’s just that–all right. Titan is a conglomerate like dimera, which I ran.

Gabi: Hello? I ran dimera too.

Jake: I know you did, it’s just–but–

Gabi: What–what could–what “but” could you possibly have about me being ceo of titan? Oh. Oh, no, no, no. Don’t tell me–

Jake: Tell you what?

Gabi: You don’t want me to be your boss.

Jake: No. It’s not that. That would make me a–

Gabi: A disgusting, unevolved, backwards-thinking chauvinistic pig, huh?

Jake: No. Gabi, it’s just that I–

Gabi: It’s just what?

Jake: You’re my girlfriend.

Gabi: What? What does that have to do with me being ceo of titan? Because you didn’t have a problem with kate being your girlfriend, hmm?

Jake: Right. But this time, if you’re a ceo, it’s–

Gabi: What? When I’m ceo?

Jake: Okay, but it just might be a little strange. Okay? You know, working under you.

Philip: I should have left well enough alone, never given nicole that letter.

Lucas: No, don’t worry about it. It’s just–I guess a part of me hoped that if he read the letter he would react the way he did and then sami would see him for who he really is, and she’d choose me. But she didn’T. She wants to be with that bastard.

Philip: She’s making a big mistake passing up a man who loves her the way you do.

Lucas: Thanks, man. I appreciate it.

Philip: Come on. I’ll walk you out.

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Nicole: Thank you, ava. That’s–that’s very sweet of you, but honestly, I don’t really have an appetite, and I’d really like to just be alone now.

Rafe: Are you sure? Are you sure you’re gonna be okay?

Ava: No, we–we totally understand; you need your space.

Nicole: Thanks. And–and thank you, rafe, for–for everything you’ve done. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you weren’t here.

Rafe: Oh, of course. You know that I’m always here for you, right? And if you need anything, I am just–just a phone call away.

Nicole: That’s so rafe to feel sorry for people.

Ava: Oh, my god. You were so condescending.

Nicole: No, it’s just that he–he tries to help people who are trying to make big changes. He has a sir galahad kind of history.

Ava: Well, thank you. Thank you for the rafe 101. But I also know rafe. And he could have helped me by loaning me the deposit for an apartment, but he didn’T. He asked me to stay here. And he asked me to stay, because he likes me.

Nicole: He asked you to stay, because he’s alone. And that’s no reason to start a relationship.

Ava: Now I see why rafe kissing me is so objectionable for you. You want him for yourself.

Nicole: [Scoffs]

Ava: Look, when–when you and I started to get close, nicole didn’t think it was a very good idea. And I got the feeling that she was being a bit possessive of you. Maybe jealous even.

Rafe: Well, maybe because we were happy and she wasn’t with eric.

Ava: All right. Well, back then, I kind of thought that maybe she–she had feelings for you. Now I’m starting to think that maybe it’s the other way around.

Jake: I think you know I have zero problem working under you.

Gabi: Except with your clothes on.

Jake: Come on.

Gabi: Oh, seriously. Is–is this gonna be a problem?

Jake: Hey, why don’t we discuss this under the covers?

Gabi: No, no, no, no, no, no. That is not an answer.

Jake: Look, come on. Think of it as research, right? And we could explore both sides of the issue, hmm?

Gabi: Oh, I guess we’d have to be very thorough.

Jake: Oh, I plan to be.

Gabi: I mean, I’m willing to put in the time if you are.

Jake: Yeah? Lead the way. How about I start out on top this time?

Gabi: Not a chance.

Jake: Oh, come on.

Ej: You don’t have to say it, father. Samantha made a damn fool out of me. Not to worry, though. No one humiliates ej dimera. I promise you. She won’t get away with it.

Sami: I’m gonna get you back, ej. Gabi? Is anyone home?

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B&B Transcript Wednesday, August 11, 2021

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Sheila: You married my son. I’m your mother-in-law, steffy.

Steffy: This can’t be true.

Sheila: Well, it is. I gave birth to finn. You married my son. We’re family now.

Eric: Finn joined our family today, sheila, not you.

Sheila: But it’s my blood running through his veins, and your son’S.

Brooke: It’s a lie, it’s a convoluted lie.

Sheila: Didn’t he already confirm it?

Ridge: Confirm what? That you approached him when finn was a baby, what does that prove?

Sheila: What do I have to gain by lying here, ridge?

Brooke: Who knows? You’re always involved in some kind of scheme.

Sheila: A scheme? A scheme about a child that was born years ago? A child I had no way of knowing would ever come in contact with you or your family, brooke? You’re delusional. You think this is some sort of a long-term con, is that what you’re thinking? Look, I know that this is a shock, but I am telling the truth. I got to meet my son today. And, I gained a daughter.

Katie: Hey. Hey, hey, hey, isn’t this your reject pile?

Donna: Yeah?

Katie: Well, then what is this doing in it? I mean, look how hot you look in that bathing suit, and it’s one of your favorite suits. I mean, I’m just saying, if you’re trying to make eric feel better.

Donna: Oh, okay, alright, I like your thinking. Oh. Wait. I don’t know, should I reconsider this? I mean, eric looks so cute. So happy.

Katie: Well, that’s probably because he was unaware of all the hell that sheila was about to cause. Mm, it is a good picture, if you cut her out of it.

Donna: Oh, okay.

Katie: I think it’s so wonderful what you’re doing for him.

Donna: Oh well, you know, after what quinn put him through, he deserves a little cheering up.

Katie: Still, you’ve always been so sweet and affectionate with each other, even years after your divorce. Not every ex-wife would be so kind.

Donna: Wow, that was almost cathartic.

Katie: Cutting sheila out?

Donna: Yeah, felt pretty good. Wanna give it a try?

Katie: Yep. If only it was as easy to cut shiela out of eric’s life back then.

Brooke: I don’t understand how any of this can be possible.

Sheila: What’s not to understand? I had a child I couldn’t raise, so I–

Ridge: A son who just happened to grow up and marry my daughter? There’s more to this. You never met this woman before, is that what you’re saying?

Finn: No, no, not until today. I fantasized about meeting her.

Ridge: And then, I’m sorry, she just showed up in the guest house, and congratulated you?

Eric: And so, you were sneaking around the property, waiting for an opportunity to–

Sheila: To avoid all of this, yes. I didn’t want to make a scene. I just wanted a private moment to finally meet my son. To tell him how proud I was of him, how happy.

Li: Ambushing him on his wedding day?

Sheila: I did not ambush him. I said hello. It was a lovely moment.

Ridge: It sounds like a lovely moment, and then you what, you decided to walk in here with this ridiculous lie?

Sheila: It wasn’t a lie. I had no intention of interrupting. Finn convinced me.

Brooke: You manipulated him. You got him excited to introduce his mother to us.

Steffy: Which you’re not. You can’t be.

Ridge: So, she came to you when finn was a baby, is that right?

Jack: She did.

Li: And you didn’t think I should know?

Jack: Of course, I did. I just thought I made it clear to her to stay away and let us raise him.

Li: You still should have told me, especially if you were suspicious of her.

Jack: You were dealing with so much. We had a newborn, putting in extra hours at the hospital, I didn’t want you stressed. I didn’t want to put that burden on you.

Ridge: And you’re positive this is her?

Jack: Yes.

Ridge: Yes? So, you knew? You knew that this lunatic, who’s obviously obsessed with my family, is finn’s birth mother, and you said nothing?

Jack: Ridge, I’ve been living with this for a long time, and I prayed that she would never show up, because I knew she wasn’t well. But, understand this. I was aware that there’s a connection to your family, I was aware there was some bad blood, but I never, never knew the full extent of it.

Ridge: You’re about to hear the full extent of it, because I’m gonna tell ya every single detail about sheila carter.

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Donna: That should do it.

Katie: You’ve gone through all of them?

Donna: Yep, yep, I think I have plenty to work with, and plenty to throw away.

Katie: Oh, yeah. You are tossing these out, that is for sure.

Donna: Yeah, or maybe burning them. Let’s face it, do you know anyone who would have use for this one? I didn’t think so.

Ridge: Well, the first thing you should know, no, the first thing you should know is that this woman should be in prison.

Sheila: Well, I served my time.

Eric: I think, maybe not enough.

Li: Because of what she did to your family?

Brooke: Yes. Lies and manipulations. Shootings.

Jack: What?

Ridge: You sound surprised. Are you surprised, or did you know sheila was coming today?

Jack: No.

Ridge: No? Jack, I want to trust you. Really, li, I want to trust you too, but more than anything, I want to trust you. So tell me right now, tell me you weren’t using my daughter.

Finn: No! Never, this is the first time I’ve laid eyes on her.

Li: My son’s telling you the truth. We’ve never known anything about his birth mother. Well, finn and I never have.

Ridge: Oh, don’t do that. No, he was protecting you, he just said. Or, maybe he was protecting sheila. Did you know about this from the very beginning?

Jack: No.

Ridge: No? So, this is just a coincidence, this one showing up at my daughter’s wedding? You didn’t know anything about it?

Jack: I just said–

Ridge: What about you, I asked you once, I’m gonna ask you one more time, son. Did you use my daughter, did you plan this?

Steffy: Finn, answer him. Tell me you’re not involved.

Finn: As much as I wanted to know her, what she looked like, and if she ever thought about me, no, I knew nothing. Nothing at all.

Erc: Well, you might have been better off if you hadn’t learnt, you know. Now, you want to know all about her, don’t you? The woman who gave birth to you, who gave you life? Who gave you away? Alright, it’s time you know. It’s time you did know the history, the dark and sordid history of ms. Sheila carter here.

Katie: Oh. Hey, hey why is this in the throwaway pile?

Donna: Uh, look at me. My eyes are closed.

Katie: Yeah, but look at me, I look so cute. Look at my hair, and I love that dress.

Donna: Okay fine, keep it, but I better not see you posting it on social media. As for the rest of these, ugh. Good riddance… to bad memories.

Katie: Hopefully, that’s all sheila will ever be to us, just a bad memory.

Hope: Things are getting pretty intense. We should go upstairs and get the girls.

Liam: Yeah, I think that’s probably a good call. Hey, hey guys, we’re gonna take beth and kelly home, I think.

Hope: Yeah.

Thomas: Yeah, that’s a great idea. Actually, I’ll grab hayes.& I’ll look after him until this is all done.

Steffy: Yeah, thank you.

Eric: Thank you.

Sheila: Wait a minute. Hayes, hayes is in the house? My grandson is here?

Steffy: No don’t, don’t you dare say his name.

Sheila: Steffy, I would really just love to see him once, please? Before, before thomas takes him.

Steffy: No, you’re never going to do that. Could you please go down the back stairs? Please?

Eric: You think that’s an overreaction? Not letting her see the baby? Because, it’s not. My grandson there, thomas, going up the stairs? He wouldn’t be here in this world, if she had had her way. He would have died an infant.

Sheila: Oh my gosh. You took that seriously? That threat? I never would have harmed him.

Ridge: Of course, you would have. That’s how much you hated my mother.

Sheila: It’s the way she treated me, not that any of you held stephanie accountable for any–

Eric: Don’t say her name, don’t do that. You tried to kill her, you tried to drown her, you shot her. You poisoned her, you left her for dead. She tried to kill steffy’s grandmother.

Li: My god.

Finn: Did you do all that? Did you do that to steffy’s grandmother?

Sheila: It’s gonna be hard to understand. They’re gonna try to paint me out to be some sort of a, an evil, horrible person, and you know what? Maybe, at one point in my life, I was, but I’m not–

Brooke: Maybe?

Sheila: Look at the way that you all treated me. Stephanie, especially, she hated me. She hated that eric married me.

Eric: I did. I’m the one who brought her into our lives. I saw goodness in you. I thought I did. We loved each other, didn’t we? I know you loved me, in your own way, but that’s, it’s toxic, it’s very strange. You’re sick, sheila. You’re… sick.

Ridge: I’m so, um.

Finn: I’m trying to, wrap my head around all this.

Brooke: Don’t try to understand, finn. You’ll never be able to. The terror and the crimes, and the way she attacked our family members over and over again–

Finn: I hear you, brooke, okay? I do, but she’s been to prison. Maybe, she’s changed, and she’s been able to turn over a new–

Steffy: No, no, no. You don’t understand. You have no idea what this woman has taken from me. No idea.

Finn: What, what did? What did she take?

Steffy: The worst crime, the worst thing you’ve ever done to me, to me, to thomas, to phoebe.

Finn: What?

Steffy: She took my mom away. Not only did she pull a gun out on my grandmother, she shot my mom. She shot her right here, and I thought she was dead. I thought sheila killed my mom.

Finn: You’re saying that my birth mother my birth mother tried to kill your mother?

Steffy: Yes. Do you struggle with occasional nerve aches,

Finn: You tried to kill steffy’s mother?

Sheila: It sounds bad, I know, but–

Steffy: It sounds bad? I lost time with my mom, because you brought a gun here.

Sheila: I told you how sorry I was about that, but it’s really not fair for you to say that I tried to kill her. I never wanted to hurt taylor. She came into the room and she started interfering.

Eric: Don’t you dare try to blame taylor for this.

Sheila: If she hadn’t tried& to grab that gun, eric, none of it would have happened.

Brooke: She did that because you were pointing it at me. She tried to stop you. Sheila shot us both that night. I walked in, didn’t know she was there, and you tried to warn me.

Eric: Yeah, I did.

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Steffy: I didn’t see my mother for years, and it was because of you, sheila.

Brooke: She was obsessed with this family. Desperate to be a part of it. Now, she is.

Steffy: No, she’s not. Whether you’re finn’s mom or not, you’re never going to part of this. Not ever.

Finn: She is. She’s my birth mother.

Jack: No. Your mother’s right here, finn. We raised you, we’re your parents.

Sheila: And you did an amazing job, because I have one amazing son, but you wouldn’t have a son if it weren’t for me. I’m the one that carried him in my womb. I am the one that nursed him. I am the one that gave him life, and that is a bond that you will never break. We will always have a connection. The two of us, and hayes.

Steffy: Your blood is in hayes. I can’T. No, no, I’m not gonna accept that, no. No, I am not.

Sheila: Look, I didn’t want to cause trouble. I just wanted to come here and see my son on his wedding day.

Steffy: Bull. I know exactly what you were doing. You didn’t come here for finn. You don’t care about finn. You’re here just to create chaos, and you think you did it. But, you didn’T. Didn’t affect us. You’re not going to spoil my marriage. You’re not going to spoil my wedding. You will never be part of my family, do you hear that? Do you hear that? I never want to see your face again.

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Y&R Update Wednesday, August 11 2021

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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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Y&R Best Lines Tuesday, August 10, 2021

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Nick: Having seen Summer over there really seemed to have hit her stride, I had a feeling this might happen.

Phyllis didn’t. She’s heartbroken.

Nikki: Well, that’s natural. Mothers want their babies nearby. And she’s been used to seeing Summer every day since she’s been staying at the hotel.

Nick: Yeah, she just wanted to be close, you know? To — to be a part of those milestone moments, like a wedding, maybe some grandkids one day.

Nikki: I’m gonna need a moment to sit with that. I mean, I understand that. It’s bound to happen one of these days. It’s just very strange to think of you as a grandfather.

Nick: Yeah. And that would make you —

Nikki: No, no, no. Not talking about that.

Nick: [ Laughs ] Okay.


Chloe: That’s Sally Spectra.

Phyllis: Sally Spectra — oh, trust me, you don’t want to get involved with that one.

Kevin: Who is this person and why are you asking us to avoid her?

Phyllis: You were so kind warning me not to get involved in your mother’s blackmail scheme, so I am returning the favor. Okay? Um, trust me, you’ll thank me. And if you don’t believe me, just ask Lauren.


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Phyllis: I saved Kyle and Jack. I saved them from their overly trusting ways. They bought into Tara’s whole thing of, “let’s be friends, let’s be family, let’s love each other.” [ Sighs ] I’m heroic.

Nick: So, cynicism and meddling are your superpowers?

Phyllis: Uh, and being right.


Sally: Lauren, please just hear me out.

Lauren: I feel like I’ve been listening to you for hours.

Sally: That’s not fair.

Lauren: You don’t know when to stop!

Sally: I don’t know what you think you know, but I would really like to clear up this misunderstanding.

Lauren: There is no misunderstanding. I know exactly what happened with Summer, and I have proof.

Sally: What proof could you possibly have?

Phyllis: Hey, is she still denying it?

Lauren: She is.

Sally: Please don’t listen to Phyllis’s nonsense.

Phyllis: Should we tell her what we heard?

Lauren: I think so.

Phyllis: Okay, let’s do that. Uh, Tara admitted that the two of you worked together to force my daughter out of town!

Sally: You “heard” that. From who?

Jack: From me.


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Y&R Short Recap Wednesday, August 11, 2021

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Adam has a video call with Chelsea to update her about Connor. Chelsea wants to be a family again and starts making plans for family activities. Adam makes it clear to Chelsea that they are never getting back together.

Sally tells Chloe the truth about what she and Tara did to Summer and Chloe hires her to be the face of Newman Media’s fashion platform.

Phyllis is upset that Sally didn’t leave town and instead got a new job. Phyllis is determined to ruin Sally’s life.

Abby, Sharon, Tessa, and Devon ask Rey to start an official search for Mariah by checking her credit card usage because it’s time to bring Mariah home. Mariah searches for a way to get out of the room where she is trapped. Mariah finds a camera above the door of the room and she takes the camera down and dares her kidnapper to come out, and face her.

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GH Transcript Tuesday, August 10, 2021

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[ Sirens wailing ]

Whoa, s– whoa, whoa.

Sorry, doc. Sorry for —

no, that’s my bad. I wasn’t watching where I was going.

Focused on your work?

Uh, yeah. Just wrapping some things up.

The peter august investigation, I imagine.

Yeah. Uh… going over the forensics in the subbasement again, trying to figure out what happened to peter and how he left a trail of blood and where he went.

Well, then, I, uh — I won’t keep you.

Actually, you know what?

Since I got you here, uh, there might be something about peter’s disappearance that maybe you can shed some light on.


Ms. Dreyfus? Naomi?

You think she left?

I’m pretty sure that was her car in the lot.

It’s unlocked. I’ll apologize if she’s in here.

Oh, my god.


Spencer, I have a confession to make.

Okay.

You know cam and joss are my friends, and when they told me all that stuff about you, I guess I was trying to defend them, and you were here, and you were kind of passed out, so I —

oh, father. You startled me. Nerves?

No, I just don’t like being snuck up on.

Well, I’d hardly call it “sneaking.”

Uh, father, you know trina.

Yeah, of course. How are you, trina?

Good. And you, mr. Cassadine?

You know better than that. Call me nikolas. I need to make a phone call.

Is everything okay?

Yeah, and thanks for the advice.

Like I said, anytime.

Catching some sun?

Trying to.

What do you have there?

You tell me. Or don’t you recognize the letter that ryan chamberlain sent you?


You’ve left us incredibly exposed! I hope you realize that.

[ Sighs ] Yes, I’ll let them know.

Well… oh. Didn’t sound very good. What’s going on?

[ Sighs ] We have trouble, with a capital “T.” And you know who that stands for.

[ Sighs ] God, what did tracy do now?


[ Insects chirping ]

[ Sighs ] When you were forced to perpetrate a situation that you knew wasn’t cool, I’M… I’m guessing that it wasn’t easy. That it cost you something to keep it going.

You would be correct.

And I’m also guessing that you did the best that you could at the time.

Yeah, pretty much.

Well, then, you know what willow and I are going through.

[ Sighs ]


Well, how is your first day of shadowing going, nurse chase?

Oh, I am far from being a nurse. I have so much to learn. And it’s student nurse tait.

Oh, I’m sorry. I just thought since you had taken michael’s last name, that you would take chase’s, since he’s your husband.

As soon as I am done here, I am telling willow it’s over. I will be out of the picture, and michael and willow can finally live happily ever after.

Okay. Yeah. That’s definitely one way to go.

You’ve got another option?

I do, chase. Why settle for a graceful exit when you can make one with lasting impact?


Chase, I think it’s your nature. I think it’s your inclination to be kind and gentle to both michael and willow. But they’ve treated you like dirt. Your wife and your best friend are screwing each other.

Come on, it’s — it’s a complicated situation. I’m sure willow felt obligated to marry me. E-everybody thought that I was gonna die. She thought she was doing the right thing.

Maybe. And that does make sense of what’s happened in the past, but it doesn’t jibe with what’s happening now. Michael and willow are clearly still attracted to each other. They can’t keep their hands off of each other.

[ Scoffs ] Don’t remind me.

I think I need to remind you, chase. Because your health crisis is over. You’ve been released from the hospital, and they’ve had every opportunity to be honest with you. And yet, they’ve kept you in the dark. Doesn’t that piss you off? Don’t you think you deserve better?


When I enrolled in nursing school, I did it as willow tait, so it just seemed simpler not to change it.

Okay.

I’m in the process of showing her the ropes. This semester, she’s gonna get some hands-on training at the hospital.

Well, I’m sure she’ll be up to the challenge.

I hope so. I’m really looking forward to interacting more with patients and getting some practical experience.

Oh, we’ll find plenty for you to do.

[ Laughter ] I’m trying not to be nervous about that.

[ Cellphone dings ]

Oh, e-excuse me. Oh, no. What fresh hell?

Is something wrong?

Uh, I’ve got a text from ned.


Look, willow seems awesome, okay? But she’s not family, so I don’t get to judge her. You, on the other hand, are not only family, but you’re probably the most principled quartermaine since lila, so I hold you to a higher standard. So when you admit to me that there is, in fact, a you and willow, I can’t help but wonder, where does that leave chase?

[ Door opens ]

Family meeting! We could be looking at a major crisis.


There’s no pulse. Her body’s cold. I don’t see any blood or wounds. No obvious sign of a struggle.

W-we have to call this in.

Look, better let me make the call. I’ll wait around for the cops. You head out.

And just leave you here to deal with it? You’re on parole, remember?

Yes, but I didn’t kill naomi dreyfus.

I know that, but if you dial 911, we don’t know who they’re gonna send — some by-the-book cop who can charge you with a parole violation.

Come on. Okay. Alright. I-I won’t call 911. I’ll call someone I trust.


Hey, I don’t know how much help I could be.

I… well, I was — I don’t know, I was trying to figure out how you and anna ended up in the subbasement in the first place.

Mm-hmm.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Oh, sorry. Mm. Um, sorry. I gotta take this. Of course. Yeah. Sam, what’s up?

Um, shawn butler and i are at the woodbridge motel, and we found hayden barnes’ mother.

Okay, and?

And she’s dead.


You’re saying that’s a letter to me?

[ Scoffs ]

From ryan chamberlain. Don’t insult my intelligence and deny it.

Okay, fine. I know about the letter. Where did you find it?

I was visiting your aunt alexis at the minimum-security facility when I discovered that ryan chamberlain is also an inmate, and I found this among his possessions.

And they let you just go through his things?

Stop deflecting, and you tell me why you were corresponding with this maniac.

I didn’T. I got one letter from the guy, and then I thought that it was probably trouble, so I didn’t even bother to open it. I sent it back, return to sender. But apparently, you thought to read it. So, what’s it say?

It was complimentary toward you.

[ Laughs ] A serial killer is complimenting me? How random and creepy is that?

It looked to me like he was trying to get on your good side and hopefully recruit you as an ally.

Well, then, I’m glad that I didn’t open it.

Ryan chamberlain is obsessed with my wife and your stepmother.

Yes, I figured that this had something to do with his warped connection to ava.

Spencer! You are missing the point. The man that killed ava’s daughter reached out to you, and you said nothing. I want to know why not.


It’s unconscionable that you wouldn’t warn me that ryan chamberlain sent you a letter, whether you opened it or not.

You’re blowing this way out of proportion.

You were in contact with your grandmother. You knew that ava was being stalked. And it wasn’t just ava. Avery was being threatened, too. And meanwhile, you get a letter from a serial killer, and you don’t think it’s worth mentioning?

Not really.

Why the hell not?!

Because I know damn well that ryan chamberlain isn’t the one who’s been threatening ava all this time.


[ Police radio chatter ]

Sam, it’s dante.

Sam: Door’s open! Hey. Hey.

Wow, you’re really pushing the limits of the last few months of your parole, huh?

I tried to tell her I can handle this on my own.

A woman is dead. I’m not just gonna walk away.

Can you guys sweep the place, dust for prints? What happened?

When we knocked on the door, no one responded. The door was unlocked. We came in, found naomi lying on the floor. I checked for a pulse. Her body was cold.

Dante!

Finn, you should wait in the car.

I thought I could help.

Finn. Finn, there’s nothing you can do. She’s been dead for a while.


Okay, about this sos. How big, how embarrassing, and how much is it gonna cost us to get out of it?

Ned: Monica, you should have a seat.

That bad? Oh, my god.

Can someone just spit it out? What happened?

In a word, tracy.

Oh, my god.

Yeah. I talked to her earlier to keep her in the loop now that austin is in the picture.

Wait, hold on. I-I-I don’t understand. I thought that tracy never wanted to hear the letters e, l, q again?

Yeah, well, that doesn’t mean she wants someone else to have their hands on the family company.

Well, I doubt granny was shocked by the arrival of another q interloper.

She was expecting this. And that could prove to be a real problem for the rest of us.


Your wife, who you’re clearly head over heels in love with, is having an affair with your best buddy. I think you have every right to your outrage.

I am mad at the situation, but willow has the biggest heart of anyone I have ever known. If I had any clue that she didn’t want to marry me, that she wasn’t just as excited as I was, I wouldn’t have boxed her into this.

Willow’s a grown woman. She could have chosen to tell you the truth at any point since you left the hospital.

I put her in a horrible situation… and she doesn’t deserve the anger that I am feeling.

Alright. Then let’s just talk about michael. The man who you consider to be your best friend. You didn’t box him in with a proposal. And when you leave the hospital, he offers you a chance to stay at the quartermaine mansion, the big house. Seemingly a generous offer, but is it really? Because if he knows that you’re there, then he can still sneak down to the gatehouse to screw your wife, and you can’t do anything about it because you can’t go down there on your own because you’re in a wheelchair.

Okay, that is enough.

Michael betrayed you. Isn’t it time for some payback?

Why does any of this matter to you?


I hope everything’s okay.

The text was from ned, so I’m pretty sure it’s elq related.

You ever get tired of hearing those initials?

Yes and no. The company is really important to the quartermaines, including michael. It’s wiley’s legacy. But aside from that, it doesn’t directly concern me, so I’m trying to stay focused on my studies here.

Felix: You’d better. People are expecting great things out of you.

But no pressure.

Of course there’s pressure.

That’s the job. You’re not doing willow any favors by pretending otherwise.

Are you channeling epiphany?

Well, epiphany is on a well-earned vacation in cabo. Someone’s gotta keep up her standards. I’m curious to see what the G.H. Nursing school has been teaching you.

[ Sighs ] Okay, let’s see. If a patient wants to check out early against the doctor’s orders, what’s the role of the nurse?

To acknowledge the patient’s concerns and calm them down by giving them definitive markers they can focus on.

Mm-hmm. Such as?

If a patient’s oxygen level is too low, you can tell them, “once your oxygen level has maintained itself at 95% for four hours,” then they would be a candidate to be released from the hospital.

This is where you admit willow knows her stuff.

[ Laughs ] So far, so good. But if you think I’m tough, wait till epiphany gets back.

Ugh, I still have nightmares about the way she used to grill me. But, in retrospect, it was for my own good, and it made me a better nurse.

Well, I promise to keep learning. And while I can’t promise to impress epiphany, I will do everything in my power to become an asset to the hospital.

Good to know. Let’s start with something basic. Call up the chart on the patient in room 1015. We’ll walk you through how to sync up any prescription updates the nps might have made.

I’m on it. She is so green.

I know. But so eager to learn.

Mm. I was like that.

So was I.


Can you guys tell me what happened from the beginning?

Well, shawn asked me to help him investigate hayden barnes’ shooting from several years ago.

Wait a minute. D-didn’t you admit to shooting hayden?

Shawn: It was a mistake.

Hayden herself told me someone else was responsible, but she wouldn’t tell me who. I, um — I found out that naomi, hayden’s mother, was in town. I thought maybe she could get us in touch with hayden.

Did she?

No. But she did go on this tirade about how she thought that hayden was a horrible mother and didn’t want to have any sort of a relationship with violet.

That does– that doesn’t sound right.

No, hayden was heartbroken when she had to say goodbye to violet.

Well, it seemed strange to us, too. So, you know, we decided to come back and talk to her some more, but when we got here…

[ Sighs ] …We found her on the floor like this.

Detective falconeri.

Yeah?

We found this in the bathroom.

Thank you. Whoa. This is a pretty recent prescription. We could be looking at a suicide here.

Finn: No. No way. [ Stammers ] We made plans earlier today with naomi for her to spend some more time with her granddaughter.

Alright?

If she was thinking about ending her life, there’s no way she promises violet she’s gonna see her again.

No, somebody did this to her.


How can you be so certain who has or who has not been stalking and threatening my wife and our family?

I just know that ryan has been — what do they call it? — Locked inside his own body for almost a year now. So, when I heard about the cockroach, it didn’t even cross my mind to connect ryan to it because he’s been completely incapacitated. So, when I got the letter from him, I sent it back without even thinking twice. I have never made a secret of my feelings towards ava. She could have testified against valentin when he shot you. But instead, she opted to have her face repaired. She sold out. All I ever did was suggest that you could do better. And suddenly, that translates to me being in league with ryan chamberlain?

Uh, sorry, I just forgot my… is this a bad time?

No, uh, please don’t leave, trina. Uh, spencer and I were just having a misunderstanding. I’m sorry that I jumped to conclusions, son.

Apology accepted. I know this stalker business has you on edge.

No, no, no, it’s no excuse. You two should — you two should have fun. I’ll see you at home, spencer.

[ Water splashing ]

Okay, what was that about?


Chase, full disclosure, I am in the middle of a financial dispute with the quartermaine family.

So, you’re saying you were cut off from the family fortune, and now you’re throwing a tantrum as a result?

That’s one interpretation of the situation, and not a very charitable one. And I’m surprised, chase. I would think you, of all people, would know where I’m coming from. Why me, of all people?

[ Sighs ] Because, chase, michael and willow are cheating on you, and the entire quartermaine family’s trying to cheat me out of my rightful inheritance.

So, you and scott baldwin are gonna take them to court over a will that has already been probated. Good luck with that.

I have it on good authority that there is something in the quartermaine mansion that, if found… could change the outcome of my lawsuit to my favor.


Just tell us, ned. What did tracy do now?

As a reminder, during grandfather’s final months, he gave up medicine he needed to live so that emma drake could have it, and it indeed saved her life. Well, the experience must have softened his perspective, because he began corresponding with jimmy lee holt again.

What, grandfather was on speaking terms with jimmy lee before he died?

Yes, and he apparently expressed real regret for cutting jimmy lee out of his will.

Wait, I don’t understand. How would granny know all that?

Olivia: Oh, come on, brook lynn. I’ll give you three guesses. The first two don’t count.

Jimmy lee didn’t know that grandfather’s health had taken a turn for the worse before thanksgiving because my mother started intercepting jimmy lee’s letters. And apparently, she wasn’t very happy to learn that he and grandfather might be reconciling. Well, it was all for nothing for tracy, because she got cut out of the will.

Wait, hold on. So, you’re saying that tracy might have prevented edward from changing his will to add jimmy lee to it?

There’s nothing specific in the letters. But if grandfather had left a record somewhere intending to change the will in jimmy lee’s favor, well, that might just give austin’s case a leg to stand on.

So, jimmy lee and edward were in the process of patching things up?


Yes, and as soon as edward mentioned that he was reconsidering disinheriting my father, the letters stopped, and my father’s theory was that the quartermaines swooped in and put an end to it as soon as edward got sick.

Why didn’t jimmy lee take on the family?

I don’t know. My father was a very proud man. But now that he’s passed, I think it’s my duty to try and settle the score.

I mean, it’s an interesting theory, but it’s all just conjecture. I’ve testified at enough criminal cases to know that you need evidence to make a case stick.

So how are you gonna prove any of this?

Edward’s papers are still in his study. His family left the room exactly the way he left it.

And you know this how?

Because when I was at the party, I poked around, and I got as far as the door to edward’s study. And I opened it, and I was about to go in when a housekeeper showed up and escorted me back downstairs.

And if you made it into the study, what did you expect to find?

Well, if edward was reconsidering his will and he contacted a lawyer, there’d be a record of it. Or, better yet, some handwritten notes.

I’m sorry — what does any of this have to do with me?

Well, you live at the quartermaine mansion. You can go to edward’s study any time you want.

You want me to do your dirty work.

No. I want you to uncover the truth. I want you to use your proximity to the family to help me claim what’s rightfully mine.


The current distribution of elq voting shares could be contested should this come to light.

Well, austin obviously knows about this, or he never would have filed a lawsuit. So [Sighs] What’s the plan, dad? I assume you want us to all prepare for a fight.

Actually… I’m not sure what the right thing is here.

Excuse me?

Well, just putting the company aside for just a moment, my mother may have interfered with grandfather’s final wishes. And if that’s the case, austin’s father, jimmy lee holt, may have been denied what was rightfully his.

Well, maybe granny felt like edward wasn’t mentally all there in the end. Or maybe she anticipated a big inheritance and didn’t want to share it.

If we deny austin his rightful share… aren’t we just as bad as tracy?


You want to bow out of your marriage, chase, go right ahead, but maybe don’t go gently into that good night without at least first settling the score.

Just stop, okay? I know you’re trying to get in my head to mess with me.

I think michael and willow are the people who’ve been messing with your head, but you call it like you see it.

I am calling it like I see it, and I think you’re trying to take advantage of my anger to get what you want.

Chase, I’m not in the habit of using anyone. I’m not. I’m just being direct with you. I think our situations are — are crisscrossing in a way that — that we could help one another.

Help one another?! [ Scoffs ] Okay. Me betraying the quartermaines, that helps you. It does nothing for my marriage. One thing isn’t related to the other.

I think you’re wrong about that. I think our situations are exactly similar. Michael and willow are cheating on you, and I’m being cheated out of my inheritance. Because that’s what the quartermaines do. They stab people in the back. They take and they take from little guys like us because they can’t even imagine a reality where the quartermaines don’t get everything.


[ Water splashes ]

So, things are still awkward with your dad?

Yeah, um… I was pretty vocal about my feelings towards ava back in the day. And even though I’m sympathetic to their current situation, there’s still a lot of tension. Which is why my father can never know that I was here before I announced my return to him. Given everything that’s going on, that’s one more thing that he doesn’t need to know about.

Keep that tab open for my son and his friend. Spencer returned this letter before ava received the cockroach. When I heard about the cockroach, it didn’t even cross my mind to connect ryan to it because he’s been completely incapacitated. So, when I got the letter from him, I sent it back without even thinking twice. Thanks.


Look, finn, let’s not jump to conclusions, okay? We can’t rule out the possibility of an accidental overdose. We gotta get a toxicology report back.

You can’t be suggesting she accidentally took a whole bottle of pills.

Well, no, I’m suggesting we don’t know how many pills were in that bottle — 3 or 30. We don’t know what’s in her system. And if she was excited about her plans with her granddaughter…

I-I-I gotta…find a way to be able to explain this to violet somehow.

Dante: Alright, look, finn, you go. We’ll get naomi back to G.H.

Okay, thank you. I — I appreciate it.

Yeah. I think dr. Finn was right on the money. I think naomi was murdered.


Okay, uh, naomi was murdered. How do we get there?

Where do you want us to start?

You guys said you left naomi, and then you came back to talk to her about something. What was that?

The name “abigail.”

Who’s abigail?

When naomi tried to convince us that hayden had no interest in being violet’s mother, she referred to hayden’s middle name as “abigail.” I called elizabeth, and she confirmed that that is not hayden’s middle name.

Huh.

I mean, dante, seriously. We’re all parents. You don’t get your kid’s middle name wrong. Even in the heat of the moment, would you ever mistake rocco’s middle name?

No. You’re right.

The, uh, middle name was definitely the oddest part. But the way hayden’s mother spoke about hayden and the not wanting a relationship with violet, it just didn’t track with what we had already heard. Yeah, we — we talked it over. I-it felt like naomi was trying to give us clues to circle back and check with her. And the only way that makes sense is if…

someone was watching her.


When I see how hard willow is working, it makes me think about my nursing school days.

Yeah, me, too. I remember it like it was yesterday.

[ Both laugh ]

Isn’t it funny how, over the years, we learn more from our mistakes than our successes?

Well, you know a control freak like me doesn’t like to make mistakes.

[ Laughs ] Which is why we don’t make the same mistakes twice.

Sometimes, I actually can’t believe we’ve made it this far. And now we’re in a position to help out newcomers like willow.

Mm-hmm. She’s gonna make one hell of a good nurse.

[ Elevator bell dings ]

Yeah, she is. Finn.

Huh?

Oh, you don’t look so great. What’s wrong?

It’s naomi. She’s dead.


Trina: You don’t have to throw a party for me, spencer.

True. I don’t have to do anything. I choose to extend myself to make a social event that might even be worthy of you.

Oh, please.

The more you doubt me, the more it inspires me to make it an unforgettable evening.

Hello, again. Spencer, I need a word.

Uh, again? Is everything okay?

Yeah, everything’s fine. I just got off the phone with the board of cassadine industries. Some negotiations have stalled in dubai. It could have a significant impact on our bottom line. Normally, I would just teleconference in, but I think, this time, going in person will help move things along.

You’re leaving the country?

Only for a few days. I was thinking about asking my mother if you could stay with her and kevin.

Father, I toured europe by myself. I don’t need a babysitter.

Okay. Well, with the exception of the staff, you’ll have all of wyndemere to yourself.


Chase, you’re a police officer, right? So, in your work, you — you put aside your personal emotions and you examine the evidence, right? So, consider this, detective chase — these are the facts. Your best friend in the whole world slept with your lawfully wedded wife. Shouldn’t there be consequences? Does michael get away with it? Does he play by different rules just because he’s a corinthos and a quartermaine? Don’t let him do that. Don’t let him get away with the company and the woman that you love.

I should go.

[ Sniffs ]

[ Sighs ]

Countin’ on you, chase. You in?


Now, that is really sweet of you to consider your grandfather’s wishes. And very un-quartermaine — no offense. Look, the way tracy described it is that edward only regretted cutting jimmy lee out of the will. Did she ever say that he was going to revise the will and include jimmy lee?

Nope, not that she knew about.

Okay, then we know nothing for sure. Because if jimmy lee had pressured edward, he would have gone and told him to pound sand. He spent decades disowning that man, and he had absolutely no use for his mother.

Well, then, the fact is, we can’t presume what grandfather’s wishes would have been. We can only go by that last will.

Well, I-I agree with you, brook lynn. I mean, don’t get me wrong — I’m sympathetic to a point, but it’s a — it’s a big step for austin to assume he would have inherited anything, let alone elq voting stock.

So, then, we are in agreement to maintain the current game plan.

Which is what?

Try to strike a deal with austin. Buy him out with one lump sum.

[ Sighs ] Okay, yeah. That, uh — that works for me.

Yeah. Me, too.

And if we don’t accept austin into the q family fold, maybe he’ll quit G.H. And go be a country doctor again far away from port charles.

Okay, I’ll get the ball rolling.

Great.

Hang on a minute. You never answered my question.

Look, this is clearly not a good time. Can you just please let this go?

Excuse me? Have you met me? Of course I’m not gonna let it go. So, tell me the truth — is there a “you and willow”? And if so, where does that leave chase?

Chase, hi. I didn’t realize you’d still be here. Is everything okay?

Actually, no. No, it’s not.


Chase, what’s wrong?

This is not your shirt.

No, it’s michael’S. Where you going?

Where do you think? I have to see it with my own eyes. I gotta know.

Chase, you look like you’re a million miles away right now. What’s going on?

[ Sighs ] Um… I w– I was just thinking about physical therapy. I was hoping I could take a few steps today, and I couldn’T. Don’t know how much longer I’m gonna be stuck in this chair.

Well, keep at it. I have faith in you. Uh, I have to report back to felix, but I’ll see you later at home, okay?

You sure will.

[ Sighs ] I know this is none of my business, but, um, chase is my friend.

Okay, okay, look. All I can tell you is that willow and i are trying to do the best we can by chase.

[ Bailey crying ]

That’s bailey. I should go.

[ Sighs ] Sorry about the interruption. I just had to get this email out.

What? What? You were willing to put the family legacy in jeopardy because it was the right thing to do. Now, was — was that just putting on a show for my benefit, or — or was that genuine?

What can I say? After all this time… you still remind me that I’m not just edward’s grandson. I’m also lila’S. I know I have a lot more work to do before I become the man who’s worthy to be your husband again… but I’m going to keep trying.

Good. I’m glad.


On second thought… why don’t you come with me on the trip?

Father, you just said it yourself — the staff is gonna be there. It’s not like I’m gonna be at wyndemere alone. And I’m not afraid of whoever’s been targeting ava. They’re not after me.

No, I don’t imagine they are. See you in a few days. Trina, it’s good to see you.

You, too. And have a good trip. What?

Didn’t you just hear him? He’s gonna be out of the country for a few days. It’s the perfect time to throw that party!


Yeah, book a room for me in port charles. Let’s make sure spencer’s party teaches him a lesson he’ll never forget.


They have found naomi in her motel room. It — it looks like foul play was involved.

Oh, my god.

Felix: Elizabeth, I’m so sorry. Uh, why don’t you take a few minutes to process? I’ll have willow shadow me.

Okay, yeah. Thank you.

Felix: Okay.

I don’t understand. I mean, we just saw her.

I know.

You know, sam called me earlier wanting to know hayden’s middle name. It must be connected.

Well, we need to tell hayden.

Yeah. Not that anybody knows where she is.

You know, right now, I need to focus on, uh… telling violet. [ Sighs ] She was so excited about spending time with her grandmother. I… I just don’t know how I’m gonna break this to her.

We’ll figure it out together.


[ Police radio chatter ]

[ Door closes ]

So, naomi was being watched, and she tried to get a message to you guys. What could she have known that would possibly wind up getting her killed?

I’m thinking maybe where to find her daughter. Somebody doesn’t want us to know what happened to hayden, and they’re willing to kill to make sure that we don’T.

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Nick: Alright, now that it’s had some time to sink in, how you feeling about summer and kyle staying in milan?

Phyllis: Our daughter was doing great here. She was happy.

[ Sighs ] She was running jcv. She was successful. They were building their house, planning their wedding. I just don’t understand. I don’t get it, why she would want to stay in italy. I don’t understand why she wouldn’t want to come home.

Nick: I mean, summer’s young. She’s always had a sense of adventure.

Phyllis: Yeah, but this wasn’t an adventure. She was forced out by sally and tara because one wanted her man and the other one wanted her job.

Nick: Look, you came to our daughter’s rescue. You gave summer and kyle their futures back. It is an incredible gift. You want to know what else you gave summer? You lifted this threat that she was under and gave her her life back, so she can make her own decisions, and she’s doing that.

Phyllis: Yeah. You’re right. I did that.

[ Exhales sharply ] I saw lauren fire sally. And so I called summer and i told her — I told her that she had her job back. She wanted to stay in italy. You know, our daughter, she’s thousands of miles away.

Nick: I’m sorry this is so hard for you.

Phyllis: It’s just really difficult. I can’t imagine how jack feels. I mean, one minute he’s running jabot with kyle. That’s his dream, you know? Just like he did with his dad.

Nick: Kyle’s not quitting. He’s just relocating.

Phyllis: Yeah, but in italy. I mean, it’s not the same.

Nick: You got to let them work it out, you know? You’ve been an incredible friend to jack, and sally is the worst kind of trouble-maker. And thank god you exposed all her manipulations. Jack’s a big boy. You don’t have to appoint yourself champion in every circumstance.

Phyllis: I’m not doing that. I’m definitely not doing that. I just feel bad for him. It’s all — I feel bad for him. He’s my friend, and he’s had a really bad year. His mom died. His nephew was suing him. Now kyle’s gone. All that stuff with sally. And then with harrison, he loves harrison so much. I mean, if harrison goes off to italy, jack will be lost.

Jack: Hey! I hope you had a great nap. Aunt traci told me you had a great time at the children’s museum. So I have news for you. Your father is back in town, and he would like to visit you in a little bit. How’s that sound? Good?

Harrison: Yes.

Jack: I thought you’d like that. Listen, before he gets here, I was thinking maybe we could go over to the park, play some catch? You up to that? Okay. Well, you’re gonna be a very popular guy here for a while. I’m gonna squeeze in every minute with you I possibly can. Why don’t you go get your ball and your mitt, and we’ll head to the park?

[ Laughs ]

[ Sighs ]

Nikki: My goodness. You’ve taken my breath away.

Victoria: Oh, I know, that was my reaction, too, when I saw this engagement ring. Ashland surprised me with it earlier.

Nikki: Well, it’s lovely, but that’s not what I was referring to, as you well know.

Victor: Ashland, what’s the point of all this?

Victoria: You don’t have to answer that.

Ashland: No, it’s a fair question, given that everything’s happened so quickly. After all, the last we all got together, I had barely begun divorce proceedings.

Nikki: Indeed.

Ashland: And now that’s all been finalized, and your daughter and I are planning a wedding. A big, splashy one, at that.

Victor: Why now?

Ashland: It’s simple. We’re both making up for lost time. Both the time we missed out on by not meeting each other sooner and a long future that we may not experience together.

Victoria: That’s our other piece of news. Ashland has changed his mind. He’s gonna — he’s gonna fight his illness. He starts treatment very soon.

Nikki: Oh, that’s an option you’ve resisted.

Ashland: The odds of success aren’t that high, but even if there’s the slightest chance that I could enjoy a longer life with your daughter and spending a couple more years watching my son grow up, I’ll do whatever it takes to make that happen.

Victoria: We’re going into this with our eyes wide open.

Nikki: Well, it’s your decision to make. Nobody else can know what it’s like to be in your shoes.

Victor: Let me put it this way — I’m glad the two of you erefore, that’s what I’ll do because I work —

>>> This is a cbs news special report. I’m dana we’re coming on the air with breaking news. Andrew cuomo, governor of new york is announcing his resignation. Let’s listen in.

Government really needs to function today. Government needs to perform. It is a matter of life and death, government operations. And wasting energy on distractions is the last thing that state government should be doing, and I cannot be the cause of that. New york tough means new york loving, and i love new york, and i love you, and everything i have ever done has been motivated by that love, and i would never want to be unhelpful in any way. I think that, given the circumstances, the best way i can help now is if i step aside and let government get back to governing and, therefore, that’s what I’ll do because I work for you, and doing the right thing is doing the right thing for for you because, as we say, it’s not about me, it’s about we. Kathy hokum, my lieutenant government is smart and competent. This transition must be seamless. We have a lot going on. I’m very worried about the delta variant and so you should be but she can come up to speed quickly and my resignation will be effective in 14 days. So my team — (naming team ). — And the hundreds of dedicated administration officials, I want to say this, thank you. Thank you. And be prouD. We made new york state the progressive capital of the nation. No other state government accomplished more to help people, and that is what it’s all about. Just think about what we did. We passed marriage equality, creating a new civil right, legalized love for the lgbtq community, and generated a force of change that swept the nation. We passed the safe act years ago, the smartest gun safety law in the united states of america, and it banned the madness of assault weapons. We’ve saved countless lives with that law. $15 minimum wage, the highest minimum wage in the nation, lifting millions of families’ standard of living, putting more food on the table and clothes on their backs, and we led the nation in economic justice with that reform. We have managed every emergency mother nature could throw at us — fires, floods, hurricanes, superstorms and pandemics. We balanced the state budget and got it done on time, more than any other administration, because government should work and perform, free college tuition for struggling families. Nobody in this state will be denied their college dream because of their income. We have built new airptsd, rail — airports, rail, transit, roads across the state faster and better than before and, more than any state in the nation, the most of effective green economy program in the nation. We did more for black and latino families than any other administration. We did more for working families, for our union brothers and sisters, we did more to battle racism and antisemitism. Today so much to have the politics is just noise, just static, and that’s why people tune it out. What matters is actually improving people’s lives, and that’s what you did. You made this state a better state for the generations that follow, and that is undeniable, inarguable and true, even in these ugly, crazy times. I thank speaker karl carl heastie and others for their leadership. Let me say this on a personal note — in many ways, i see the world through the eyes of my daughters, kara, mariah and mckayla. They are 26 and 26, twins, and 23. And I have lived this experience with and through them. I have sat on the couch with them, hearing the ugly accusations for weeks. I have seen the look in their eyes and the expression on their faces, and it hurt. I want my three jewels to know this — my greatest goal is for them to have a better future than the generations of women before them. It is still, in many ways, a man’s world, it always has beeN. We have sexism that is culturallized and institutionalized. My daughters have more talent and natural gifts than i ever had. I want to make sure that society allows them to fly as high as their wings will carry theM. There should be no assumptions, no stereotypes, no limitations. I want them to know from the bottom of my heart that i never did and i never would intentionally disrespect a woman or treat any woman differently than I would want them treated, and that is the god’s honest truth. Your dad made mistakes, and he apologized, and he learned from it, and that’s what life is all about. And I know the political process is flawed, and I understand their cynicism and distrust and disappointment now, but don’t give it up because government is still the best vehicle for making positive social change. Lastly, I want to remind all new yorkers of an important lesson and one that I will carry with me for the rest of my life, and that’s what you new yorkers did in battling covid. The enemy landed in new york state. Covid launched the attack here. It came on planes from europe, and we had no ideA. It was an ambush, and it was up to new yorkers to fight bacK. We were on our own, and it was war. Numberses, doctors, essential workers became our frontline heroes. Hospitals became the battlegrounds. Streets were still, and sirens filled the city’s silence. Trailers carried the bodies of our fallen brothers and sisters. But you refused to give up, and you fought back, and you won, going from the highest infection rate in the nation to one of the lowest. No one thought we could do it, but you did it. You led the nation, and you showed the way forward. And how you did it is what’s most important. You did it together, not as black new yorkers or white new yorkers, not as lgbtq new yorkers or straight new yorkers or democrats or republicans or upstate or downstate or jewish, muslim, protestant or catholic new yorkers, but as one community, one family, the family of new york. You overcame the naysayers and the haters and the fear and the division, and you unified and you rose and you overcame and you saved lives, and that was powerful in its effect. It was beautiful to see, and it was an honor to leaD. Please remember that lesson. Hold it dear and hold it up high for this nation to see because it is new york state at her finest, creating her legacy, fulfilling her destiny, giving life and animation to the lady in the harbor, saying excelsior! We can be better, we canire, and proclaiming eplur bys onium, out of many one, unity, community, love, that is our founding premise. And our enduring promise. And that is the salvation of this nation that it so desperately needs to hear. Thank you for the honor of serving you. It has been the honor of my lifetime. God bless you.

That was governor andrew cuomo resigning effective in 14 days, his third term as governor. And this comes just one week after the attorney general’s report that he had harassed or tumped inappropriately eleven women based on those allegations and investigation. I want to bring in national correspondent jericka duncan who has been covering this story several months. She spoke with one of the accusers and women in this report. In hearing the governor and hearing his personal attorney before that, it seemed they were laying out a case for the governor, and then that changed.

It did. As you and I have been sitting here listening to the news conference, the headline, after listening to his attorney, was this is the governor fighting back. But the governor said, quote, my instinct is to fight, but in this case, it was different. He said that he loved new york, he loved new yorkers and, by showing his love, he didn’t want to waste the tax dollars, the time and knew it was best, he said, to step aside at this time. But it was very, very interesting, I think so many people, dana, who have been following this weren’t sure how this was going to go because we knew the governor laid out even friday, his attorney, same typical argument about holes in the report, questions they had. How are we supposed to fight and give evidence to the judiciary commity friday when we haven’t seen all the transcripts? So that’s what we heard in the first 45 minutes. Then the governor comes up, he says what he said. Interestingly enough, talked about the good things he’s done for the state, reminded people of the progress that the state has made, but also welcomed lieutenant governor but soon to be governor kathy hokum. Me sources say she is ready to step in. I think people knew this was a possibility. Clearly a reality the governor say he was stepping aside and the first female governor to take the role in new york state history.

Interestingly, he very specifically addressed the troopers’ allegations against her.

He did and maintained that he did not do anything appropriate with the women we spoke to compleestles in reporting with the albany times union, brittany commisso. But he apologized to the family, he apologized to the trooper and that he did not know, he said — he does not recall touching her in a way that made her feel uncomfortable. He does not recall putting the palm of his hand on her stomach as reported in the state attorney general’s report last week.

Ricky cleemen, your reaction to what we heard?

I think this is a sad day for new york state. No matter what, this is a hero who as fallen and his life is forever changed. He is someone who led this state in so many ways, particularly as we have seen in the fight against covid, albeit there are still flaws there. He is someone who championed the rights of women in ways that other politicians have never done, and the irony, the supreme irony, almost shakespearean, is that someone who has made it easier for women to be able to sue for sexual assault, to be able to go all the way back for those who were children who were sexually abused, and he is undone by allegations of sexual assault and sexual harassment. I do have to think that we give him much credit for resigning now, for resigning with grace, and for being conscious that this staying in office would be so bad for the state of new york, the people of the state, and for his daughters. I am very moved by his comments, but he has a lot to still face. There is a criminal case that may go forward against him, it may be one, there may be others, and he still has to deal with lawsuits for sexual harassment for a hostile work environment. His crises are not over.

Yeah, he may be stepping down, but, at this point, as you mentioned, there are other issues that he may face. We want to turn to senior white house correspondent ed o’keefe at the white housE. Ed, you have been speaking with lawmakers in albany, what are they sayinG.

Reporter: I spoke with a senator that said the governor was dealing with a biased jury, so this is a sigh of relief in albany. Another member was in tears because it’s been so intense for the state to deal with. Bottom line, he still has a legal fight ahead of him and his lawyer laid out a pretty detailed case to try to defend him in that regard. But the political fight is lower. People said if the 63 member new york state senate would hold a vote to remove the governor they would have done so. The governor understood the political fight was unsurmountable and this is a guy who does not like to lose. The deep-seated hatred or disgust for this governor among legislators, members of both parties, runs deep and the latest allegations were too much for them. They wanted to explore not only these recent allegations but concerns about the book deal he cut last year during the covid 19 outbreak. The concerns about deaths at nursing homes in this states and other issues that had gone over the course of his roughly ten and a half years in office. The other thing to watch for now, jericka mentioned kathy hochul, the lieutenant governor of new york. For the last eight years, she’s traveled the state, visits every 62 counties every year, but is in over her head, they argue, in terms of being able to lead this state. A watch in the next 14 days if the governor does anything to boost her because there’s concern she may not be ready for this. This is just somebody who has not involved because the governor has not allowed her to be involved. That could be an important thing to watch. As rikki said, an important fall for someone who was running for president, a close ally of this president and worked with him on infrastructure during the obama administration and leaving as a major democratic party scar.

The president calling for his resignation last weeK. Thank you very mucH. Our coverage will continue on our streaming network cbsn, your local news and tonight on the “cbs evening news.” This has been a crives special report, I’m dana jacobson in new york.

Nikki: So, how is phyllis handling the news about summer and kyle?

Nick: Honestly, not well. She was kind of blind-sided.

Nikki: Yeah, she probably assumed they’d be moving home.

Nick: Having seen summer over there really seemed to have hit her stride, I had a feeling this might happen. Phyllis didn’T. She’s heartbroken.

Nikki: Well, that’s natural. Mothers want their babies nearby. And she’s been used to seeing summer every day since she’s been staying at the hotel.

Nick: Yeah, she just wanted to be close, you know? To — to be a part of those milestone moments, like a wedding, maybe some grandkids one day.

Nikki: I’m gonna need a moment to sit with that. I mean, I understand that. It’s bound to happen one of these days. It’s just very strange to think of you as a grandfather.

Nick: Yeah. And that would make you —

Nikki: No, no, no. Not talking about that.

Nick: [ Laughs ] Okay.

Nikki: Anyway, I’m sure that phyllis will come around. I mean, she has to understand what an incredible opportunity this job is for summer.

Nick: She just needs some time to adjust, you know? Daniel’s in georgia, and noah’s in london. We got used to it.

Nikki: Yeah, eventually.

Nick: Eventually is right. Alright, I got to go. I’m gonna go and give christian a big hug.

Nikki: Give him an extra squeeze from me, will you?

Nick: Will do. Love you, ma.

Nikki: Love you.

Adam: Chloe just likes to mouth off. Makes her feel like less of a sell-out.

Victor: Son, I’m telling you, she’s dangerous. She shouldn’t be around here at all.

Adam: We both want connor here full-time, right? That means I have to find a way to keep chelsea here, too. Happy, occupied, and most importantly, out of trouble. So hiring her is a strategic move.

Victor: Trust me when I tell you, she will be distracting.

Adam: Don’t worry. My focus is where it should be — on newman media, turning it into a powerhouse, trying to take advantage of our competitors’ weaknesses.

Victor: I hope by that you’re talking about chanccomm, not newman/locke.

Adam: You made it clear that victoria and the family business are off limits.

Victor: And I mean it. Okay? This is an opportunity for you to improve your relationship with your sister, as you have mended fences with your brother nicholas.

Adam: Well, that’s gonna be easier for me than it will be for her. Victoria’s hostility runs pretty deep. Maybe you ought to have that conversation with her.

Victor: I am not gonna talk to her. She has so much on her plate right now. I’m not gonna bother her with it. I’m expecting you and your brother to be supportive of your sister.

Adam: Understood.

Chloe: Sorry, I’m late.

Kevin: No worries. I ordered your favorite.

Chloe: Oh, you’re my hero.

Kevin: How’s your day so far?

Chloe: Not going by fast enough.

Kevin: Adam being difficult?

Chloe: Just the opposite. He is so calm and cooperative, it’s unnerving. It’s like he’s this spider weaving this big, gorgeous web just to trap me in it. Or maybe I’m already trapped and I don’t know it yet.

Kevin: If I had my way…

Chloe: I wouldn’t have taken the job, I know.

Kevin: Well, if it makes you feel any better, I don’t think you’re his intended target. You’re the bait meant to lure chelsea back under his control.

Chloe: Well, I don’t like the idea of that, but, I mean, what other options does she have? Who’s gonna take a chance on her at this point?

Kevin: Does chelsea even want to go back to work? I thought she was still hanging with her mom in minnesota.

Chloe: It might take a while for her to get back into a creative head space. I mean, she’s recovering from a lot of emotional trauma, which is unfortunate, since it turns out creating a fashion platform by yourself is a lot less fun. Oh, my god.

Kevin: What?

Chloe: That’s sally spectra.

Phyllis: Sally spectra — oh, trust me, you don’t want to get involved with that one.

Kevin: Who is this person and why are you asking us to avoid her?

Phyllis: You were so kind warning me not to get involved in your mother’s blackmail scheme, so I am returning the favor. Okay? Um, trust me, you’ll thank me. And if you don’t believe me, just ask lauren.

Chloe: [ Scoffs ] My hygienist cleans with a round head.

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Kevin: Who is this person phyllis apparently hates, and what does she have to do with lauren?

Chloe: Sally works at fenmore’S. She used to be a fashion designer in la — a damn good one, actually. She took over at jcv when summer newman moved to italy.

Kevin: Why would lauren give her a high-powered job if she didn’t like her?

Chloe: I don’t even know what phyllis is talking about because every time that lauren has mentioned sally to me, she’s had nothing but great things to say. I’m gonna go introduce myself.

Kevin: Da-da-da. Hang on. Hang on. Phyllis just compared this woman to gloria. What does that tell you?

Chloe: That phyllis is all about drama? You’re more than welcome to join me. You can keep an eye out for red flags.

Kevin: I have to get back to the station, but will you be careful?

Chloe: Aren’t I always?

Kevin: No.

Chloe: Hi. I am a fan of your work. I just wanted to introduce myself.

Sally: I saw you on the patio talking to phyllis, so obviously you’re friends. Did you come over here to give me a hard time?

Ashland: You know, now that I’m settled in at victoria’s house, I’d love for you to come and spend the night with us. We have a room for you if you want it. And guess who else might be there sometimes — your cousins johnny and katie. I think we should all get together and have some pizza, play some games, huh? Does that sound good? We’ll make that happen.

Jack: Sorry to interrupt. Mrs. Martinez asked me to tell you she has a fresh tray of cookies coming out of the oven.

Ashland: Well, you better get some while they’re warm, buddy. I’ll see you soon. I love you, son.

Harrison: I love you, father.

Ashland: [ Chuckles ] Okay. Go get some cookies.

Jack: Mrs. Martinez is waiting for you.

Ashland: [ Laughs ]

Jack: Hey, I didn’t mean to cut your time off. I —

Ashland: No, no, no, no. It’s fine. I’m glad we have a moment to — I wanted to let you know that my oncology specialist has arranged for me to start chemo. First infusion’s tomorrow at memorial.

Jack: Well, I wish you luck with that.

Ashland: Thank you. Probably going to need it. And I think it’s probably best that harrison continues to stay with you while I see how i tolerate the treatment.

Jack: He’s always welcome here. We’re happy to have him.

Ashland: Appreciate that, jack. And I owe so much credit to you and kyle for providing him with stability that he’s needed over these past few months.

Jack: It has been our pleasure.

Ashland: Why don’t you have your son get in touch with me when he gets back from europe, and we can talk about visitation schedule.

Jack: About that — I’m afraid kyle is not coming back.

Victor: Well, I hope I’m not intruding.

Victoria: No, not at all. I just didn’t expect to see you again so soon.

Victor: Yeah. Well, I heard ashland say something about visiting harrison, so I thought I’d catch you alone, you know?

Victoria: Do you have something that you want to say that you didn’t want ashland to hear?

Victor: No, no, no, no, no. I just want you to be able to speak freely. Are you still alright about your decision to become engaged to ashland? Feeling stressed in your skin?

Chloe: I used to work with phyllis — for about five minutes. I would not say that we’re friends. And, yes, she did mention that you two are not on the best of terms, but that’s neither here nor there. I just want to introduce myself because we’re actually in the same industry.

Sally: We are?

Chloe: I have a background as a stylist, designer, and editor, and now I’m launching a new fashion platform for newman media.

Sally: Wow. Sorry, I really didn’t mean to jump to conclusions. Please forgive me. Phyllis took a dig at me earlier, and it put me on edge. But never mind that. You were starting to introduce yourself.

Chloe: I’m chloe mitchell.

Sally: It is really nice to meet you, chloe. So, tell me more about this platform.

Chloe: Oh, well, I’m hoping to recruit chelsea lawson. We teamed up before when she was designing at jabot.

Sally: Yeah, I know her work. She’s a major talent.

Chloe: And I’m sure you know about her recent breakdown, since it’s all over the news.

Sally: Yeah, I hope she’s doing well.

Chloe: She’s resilient and incredibly strong. I have no doubt that she will make a full recovery soon.

Sally: Well, it sounds like you’re a good friend.

Chloe: I think we all deserve second chances.

Sally: I couldn’t agree more.

Victoria: This visit is throwing me a little.

Victor: Why’s that?

Victoria: Well, at lunch, you were behind my engagement to ashland, but now you show up here, you’re questioning my decision.

Victor: No, sweetheart, I’m not. You know that I respect ashland locke, and I don’t say that kind of thing lightly.

Victoria: I’m hearing a “but.”

Victor: You know he’s in a dire situation, my darling. Treatment or no treatment, he has a rough road ahead of him.

Victoria: One that I don’t want him to walk alone.

Victor: So you’re doing this out of pity?

Victoria: No, don’t twist my words. Ashland knows the difference, whether or not you do. If pity were enough for him, if that’s all he wanted, he would have reconciled with his wife because she was willing. Ashland and I are together because we know that’s where we belong for as little or as much time as we have.

Victor: [ Sighs ]

Jack: Since we last spoke, I’ve had a chance to talk to summer and kyle. She does not want to leave her position with angelina marchetti, and my son does not want to leave his fiancéE.

Ashland: That complicates things.

Jack: Tara put them through quite a lot.

Ashland: Well, I can imagine kyle’s gonna have his work cut out for him making it up to summer. And I know she wasn’t too keen on the idea of helping him raise harrison in the first place.

Jack: No, no, that is not the case. No, that was her cover story to get out of town when tara was pushing her to do so. No, summer and kyle would love to have harrison stay with them in milan, if you would allow it.

Ashland: A few hours ago, you were emphasizing the importance of not uprooting the boy, and now you’re asking me to send him across the ocean to live with a couple of kids who have no experience in parenting?

Jack: I think it is very important that kyle and harrison continue to build the bond between them, especially with tara somewhat out of the picture and you, of course, are going to be focusing all your time and energy on your treatment.

Ashland: I agree, but that’s why I was going to allow kyle visitation. But apparently your son has other priorities.

Kevin: We need to get something straight.

Adam: Just checking my calendar. Nope. You’re not on it.

Kevin: I tried to stay out of this, but I can’t any longer. I’m not gonna let this slide.

Adam: What are you talking about?

Kevin: You’re being too nice to my wife. Why new woolite?

Adam: Well, I can’t remember the last time someone complained about me being nice.

Kevin: I don’t buy this reformed act of yours. Neither does chloe. The more you try and sell it, the more convinced we are that you’re hiding something.

Adam: Well, I mean, that’s understandable, given our history.

Kevin: Really? That’s all you have to say?

Adam: [ Sighs ] Look, if this is giving you this much anxiety, maybe chloe should go work for somebody else.

Kevin: Trust me, there’s nothing I would like better, but she’s determined to help chelsea rebuild her life.

Adam: That makes two of us.

Kevin: I find that hard to believe after everything chelsea put you through. But hey, whatever. I could care less about what you and chelsea do to each other from here on out. I came here to put you on notice. If chloe gets caught in the crossfire, there will be hell to pay.

Adam: Noted. And for what it’s worth, i admire how protective you are of your family. You know, if I would’ve stood by chelsea with the same devotion, who knows how things might have turned out?

Kevin: They would’ve been screwed no matter what because the real adam always comes out in the end.

Adam: Alright, kevin, I think we’re done.

Kevin: You’ve got a lot of people fooled. Maybe even yourself. But I know who and what you are and always will be. Just a matter of time before that guy shows up again.

Chloe: Your athletic line for forrester — I mean, it was killer.

Sally: Thank you. I’m flattered.

Chloe: And as long as I’m singing your praises, congratulations on your big promotion at jcv. I knew that when lauren hired you as her assistant, it would only be a matter of time before you got moved up.

Sally: Lauren, you know her?

Chloe: The love of my life, kevin fisher, is her husband’s brother.

Sally: Gotcha.

Chloe: A bit convoluted, i guess.

Sally: No, no, no. Not at all. I, um — I love lauren. She did not have to take a chance on me, and she did and i will be forever grateful. She’s just been a fabulous mentor.

Chloe: You know, it’s really funny that we haven’t run into each other until now. Maybe it’s perfect timing.

Sally: Oh?

Chloe: Well, jcv could use some positive press, and my new platform is looking for content, so maybe we could help each other out.

Sally: That would be great.

Phyllis: Hey. Is this a bad time?

Jack: No, no, come on in.

Phyllis: Hello, ashland.

Ashland: Well, phyllis. I understand you had a hand in exposing tara’s machiavellian plot.

Phyllis: Well, I hope you won’t hold it against me.

Ashland: Someone had to do it. We’ll talk later.

Phyllis: Someone had to do it? Did I interrupt something?

Jack: Don’t take this the wrong way, but whenever there’s a problem, you have this habit of wanting to go all in to fix it. Please don’T. I can handle this on my own.

Phyllis: Okay. Nick said the same thing, that you don’t need my help.

Jack: Okay. Well, if that’s so, why are you here?

Phyllis: I need a friend.

Victor: I’m not questioning you. I’m not questioning your decision. I meant what I said about ashland. I have respect for him. And I must say, you’ve finally met a man who’s worthy of you. But I also know you. You’re like your mother. You love deeply. That means you’re setting yourself up for potential heartache. And I’ve been through that with you before. I’ve comforted you before, right?

Victoria: Dad, I’m gonna be alright. No matter what. I don’t want to lose ashland, and if I do, I’m sure that i will be devastated. But at least I won’t have any regrets. Because we won’t have wasted any time, and I plan to make all of our memories very beautiful and meaningful so that when i look back one day, I will just remember how happy we were. Dad, I know I’ve been in love before — I know that — but not like this.

Victor: Okay. Well, then let me do something for you. Ashland mentioned something about a big wedding. So let me plan that for you, with the help of your mother.

Victoria: Why?

Victor: You’re my daughter. I adore you.

Victoria: I don’t know what to say.

Victor: I just want you to know that when I appointed you ceo of newman enterprises, i knew you could handle it. But now there’s this merger, along with it goes enormous responsibility. As if it that wasn’t enough, you now have to see ashland through probably the most difficult phase of his life. Don’t you have enough on your plate?

Victoria: Yes, I do. And weddings, they do take — they take a long time to plan.

Victor: They do. I remember my weddings to your mother.

Victoria: [ Chuckles ]

Victor: They were huge, you know? And I bet yours is gonna be very similar. So why don’t you let me handle it, along with your mother? I won’t do it alone. Do we have a deal?

Victoria: [ Chuckles ] Yes. Just call me nancy.

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Philip: Gabi? What are you doing in my office?

Ava: Hey, jake.

Jake: Hey. What do you know about the riverfront district?

Ava: Well, conti’s on water street’s got pretty decent cheesecake. Why?

Jake: Ah, looking for a new apartment for me and gabi. Told rafe we’d only be here for a couple of days, so…

Ava: Well, you know, that neighborhood’s pretty sketchy. I don’t know. I might look someplace else.

Jake: Hmm. You know what I really want is to be back in my old place. But I sublet it to my buddy ben.

Ava: Ben weston?

Jake: Yeah. Why?

Ava: I think your old place may be available sooner than you think.

Jake: Why do you say that?

Ava: I was just listening to the news. Your buddy is wanted for kidnapping his ex-wife.

Jake: Oh.

Ben: I guess you couldn’t stay away after all.

Ciara: Don’t flatter yourself, ben. I actually wanted to get away from you so bad that I forgot that my phone went missing. And yours is right here. It went flying when you fell.

Ben: You mean when you shoved me to the ground?

Ciara: And unlike you, I actually have a heart. So what I’m gonna do is, I’m gonna call an ambulance for you, and then I’m gonna go back to salem to marry the man that I love.

Ben: Hey. The man you love is right here.

Ciara: Yep. No service.

Ben: Yeah, there’s hardly ever any service here.

Ciara: Oh, sucks for you then, huh?

Ben: Ciara, enough. I know your heart. I know you. You’re not just gonna leave me here. So now what?

Ciara: [Sighs]

Lucas: Sami. Sami.

Ej: If you’re looking for your mistress, she’s not here.

Lucas: Ej, listen to me, I know nicole gave you that letter, that letter that–that kristen wrote, claiming that sami slept with me.

Ej: Riveting read.

Lucas: But it’s not true. I’m telling you, man, it’s all lies. Kristen was furious with sami, because she figured out that she escaped from prison. And she’s always blamed sami for breaking up her relationship with brady, for tearing apart her family. She’d do anything to get back at her.

Ej: Is that so?

Lucas: Yeah. That is so. Kristen said that. Kristen said sami is the whole reason that her plan blew up.

Ej: Hmm. How odd considering samantha never even had a chance to call the police, because kristen had her locked up downstairs with you, where you both had sex for a second time.

Lucas: What?

Ej: That’s right, you loathsome simp. I know everything. You and samantha have deceived me for the very last time.

Nicole: I’ve been expecting you.

Sami: You should probably go. This bitch and I need to talk.

Rafe: Oh, I’m not going anywhere. You look like you could kill somebody.

Sami: Oh, not just anybody. Her.

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

[Soft orchestration]

 

Ben: I know…

[Groans] That you are not going to leave me… thank you.

[Groans and strains] Alone… suffering… when you’re the one who did this to me.

Ciara: Me? You did this to yourself when you kidnapped me on my wedding day.

Ben: Oh, you mean on our wedding anniversary day.

Ciara: You know what? This was a mistake. I shouldn’t have come back. You know what? I’m leaving. You’re on your own.

Ben: Like I said, I can’t stop you. You want to go, go.

Ciara: And I will. Just as soon as I wrap your ankle. That should help with the pain until you get medical attention.

Ben: Hey. How–how do you know that would help with the pain?

Ciara: Well, because–

Ben: Because when you wiped out on your motorcycle and I found you on the side of the road, I brought you back here. I carried you, set your broken leg right there on that bed, and I made you a badass homemade splint.

Ciara: I know that because I used to be a candy-striper. And everyone knows that compression alleviates pain. Now shut up, and let’s just get this over with.

Ben: Fine. But you’re gonna have to come closer than that. Like, a lot closer.

Ciara: [Scoffs]

Ej: If you’re here to run interference, it’s too late. Samantha told me all about your little affair.

Lucas: It wasn’t an affair. It happened twice, and then it was over.

Ej: Not for you. We both know how much you’ve been lusting after my wife practically the whole time that her and I were married.

Lucas: Don’t get all self-righteous on me. You and I both know how your love affair started years ago, don’t we? When that building collapsed on me, you told her if she wanted to save me, she’d have to sleep with you. Remember that? That was the deal, right? I mean, what do you even call that? After everything that happened with allie, I–I don’t even want to go there. But I’ll tell you where I will go. You think you’re the one true love of her life, but you got a sick way of showing it. I loved her first. Don’t forget that. There’s nothing you can do to change it.

Rafe: Go home, sami.

Sami: Stay out of this, rafe. You have no idea what she did.

Rafe: Well, I know what you did. And nicole told me that last night xander busted in to her anniversary party and accused her of adultery in front of her family and friends and that you put him up to it.

Sami: Well, she was two-timing my brother with xander. Why should she get away with it?

Rafe: Well, you know that saying about people who live in glass houses.

Sami: You told him?

Nicole: That while your husband was away, you were rolling around in bed with another man? Yes. I did.

Sami: You had no right.

Nicole: I had no right? So it was okay for you to broadcast my personal business to the entire town?

Sami: You were having sex with xander. He’s literally the worst human on the planet.

Nicole: What difference does it make? You still had sex with a man other than your husband. And it’s not the first time. You cheated on rafe with ej. And ej cheated on me with you. So as far as I see it, you got what you deserved.

Sami: Maybe I did. But you are about to get exactly what you deserve. Serena: It’s my 3:10

Ej: If you’ve come to stake your claim, samantha’s not here.

Lucas: Where is she?

Ej: Off licking her wounds, I assume.

Lucas: What, you think this is all her fault? Is that it?

Ej: No. I lay equal blame on you.

Lucas: What about you? You’re not to blame at all in this, really? You don’t think what she did had anything to do with the way you treated her? You treated her like crap for all those years, and she stood by you. None of us knew if you were gonna be a vegetable for the rest of your life, but she didn’t care. She stood by you. And how–how do you repay her for that? You just push her away, don’t you?

Ej: And you were right there to step in.

Lucas: No, it’s not about me. This is about you, man. You mistreated her. What, you didn’t realize how much pain she was in? Either that or you didn’t care?

Ej: Oh, I’m in pain right now actually having to listen to you blather on. So how about you get the hell out of my sight?

Lucas: How about you get the hell out of sami’s life for good this time? How about that?

Ej: I beg your pardon?

Lucas: If you don’t love her enough to forgive her, then step aside and make room for someone who does.

Rafe: Sami. Hey.

Nicole: Get off me.

Rafe: Do you want me to arrest you?

Sami: Arrest her. She stole my property.

Nicole: You mean kristen’s letter addressed to ej? You stole it.

Sami: Gabi is the one who took it by accident.

Nicole: Sami, who cares? You’re just pissed off that I’m the one who gave the letter to your husband. You know, and what you don’t realize is I never would have done it if you didn’t do the same thing to me.

Rafe: No, no, no, no. Sami.

Nicole: See, you know what? You don’t think, sami. You just do. Consequences be damned.

Sami: Oh, right, like you were thinking about consequences when you had sex with xander?

Nicole: Oh, my god. Like I said, sami, if you just had kept your mouth shut about me, I would have done the same for you. Did it ever occur to you that I would make you pay for wrecking my marriage?

Sami: I knew you would try. But you didn’t have proof.

Nicole: Well, I got some, didn’t I?

Sami: Where? How did you get that letter?

Philip: Philip kiriakis. Ceo. Last I checked, that was me.

Gabi: I’m so sorry. My laptop wouldn’t start for some reason, and the monthly reports are due. I saw you weren’t in. So i just jumped on your computer. I hope you don’t mind. Philip?

Philip: Hmm. What?

Gabi: Oh, I–I hope you’re not mad that I’m in here.

Philip: No. Of course not.

Gabi: Okay. Okay. You kind of spaced out there for a sec. Everything okay?

Philip: Yeah. It’s just been a crazy couple of days.

Jake: “Weston, who remains at large, is accused of abducting his ex-wife, ciara brady. Miss brady was set to wed theo carver, son of mayor abraham carver.”

Ava: Mm-hmm. I know he’s your friend, but it seems like the necktie killer is reverting to his old ways.

Jake: No, no, no. Ben is fighting for the woman he loves.

[Chuckles] Way to go, benny.

Ciara: All right. Give me your tie.

Ben: You don’t actually think I’m gonna strangle you.

Ciara: No, genius. I need it for the splint.

Ben: [Groans] Yeah, this is not gonna be enough fabric.

Ben: Well, I used duct tape on your splint. But I don’t think we’re gonna find any in here after I cleaned the place up.

Ciara: Oh. Thank you. That’s very helpful. Thanks.

Ben: Yeah, well, I just–I’ll give you my shirt.

Ciara: No. I’m–I’m good.

Ben: All right. Well, then maybe we could use your garter belt. I assume you’re wearing one.

Ciara: Didn’t I tell you to shut up already?

Ben: My bad.

Ciara: Yeah.

Ben: Did you just rip your wedding dress for me?

Ciara: Yeah, well, the hem got all muddy when you dragged me in here.

Ben: I am so, so sorry.

Ciara: You know what? It’s fine, because I don’t care what I’m wearing when I marry theo. I just can’t wait to be his wife.

[Clears throat] Um. Yeah, so this is gonna hurt like hell. You might want to bite down on something.

Ben: It’s good advice.

[Sighs] Here.

Ciara: What’s this for?

Ben: It’s to bite on. I have to set the bone in place before we set your leg. And it is going–

Ciara: To hurt like hell? Well, I don’t have a washcloth. So you’re just gonna have to bite the bullet. Ready?

Ben: [Groans]

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Ava: So you’re okay with ben weston taking a woman against her will?

Jake: Well, this is kind of a–from what I understand, a thing in ciara’s family.

Ava: I’m sorry. But you do realize that she’s probably terrified?

Jake: No. Terrified, no. Maybe she’s a little bit pissed, okay? But deep down, she knows ben’s not gonna hurt her. See, this is not a traditional kidnapping. There’s no ransom and whatnot, right? This is more of an emergency-type situation. An intervention.

Ava: I don’t follow.

Jake: Okay, ciara has amnesia, right? So she doesn’t remember how much she loves ben. That’s the only reason she’s marrying this other clown anyway.

Ava: I see. So ben kidnapped her in order to stop the wedding?

Jake: Ben kidnapped her in hopes that she gets her memory back and she’ll call off the wedding herself. See, I have been pushing him to fight for her for so long. Thank god he finally took my advice.

Ava: And what about you?

Jake: Mmm. What about me?

Ava: Why are you looking for a crappy apartment on the riverfront district? Aren’t you gonna fight to get your old ceo job back?

Jake: Oh, what, and battle the brigade of my backstabbing brothers? No, thank you. What, for a legacy that was never mine to begin with? Not sure it’s worth it.

Ava: Come on. You’re a dimera.

Jake: Yeah. But they’ll always see me as an outsider. Might as well do my own thing.

Ava: What’s that?

Jake: Well, don’t know yet. But gabi has some ideas.

Gabi: So what’s been so crazy about the last couple of days?

Philip: Long story short, tried to do my brother a favor. Lucas didn’t really appreciate that my behavior was slightly underhanded.

Gabi: Underhanded? You?

Philip: Sometimes you got to play dirty to get what you want.

Gabi: Oh, I–i totally get it.

[Tense music]

 

Sami: I burned that letter. Were you spying on me at the mansion?

Nicole: Use your head, sami. If I caught you burning that letter, why would I wait until after you wrecked my marriage to do something with it?

Sami: Where did you get it then?

Nicole: Why would I tell you anything?

Sami: ‘Cause I’m gonna find out if I have to strangle you to do it, nicole–

Rafe: Hey, you know, if she’s not determined to find out–

Sami: You know I am.

Rafe: She got the letter from philip kiriakis.

Sami: What? How the hell did philip get–oh, my god. Lucas said that he wasn’t gonna tell ej.

Nicole: He didn’T.

Rafe: Lucas was just here. He was trying to keep nicole from telling ej, giving him the letter.

Nicole: And when I told him, it was too late, he went flying out of here looking for you. He was very worried.

Sami: Oh, I bet he was.

[Sobs]

Ej: Get out of my house.

Lucas: Your house? This is gabi’s house.

Ej: Have you even considered that if you don’t leave I might break your legs?

Lucas: You know, if you have a good marriage, people don’t stray. They don’t go looking to fulfil their needs by somebody else.

Ej: Out now.

Lucas: What do you think, man? You think that you and sami are a match made in heaven, really? You guys are a couple from hell. That’s all you are. That’s why you’ll always be here in this miserable mansion living your miserable lives together.

Ej: Oh, just what I need. Armchair analysis from a slow-witted runt.

Lucas: Oh, there you go. There you go. Humiliate me, threaten me, go ahead. Do whatever you want, man, because you know everything I just said is the truth.

Ciara: And…

Ben: [Groans]

Ciara: Done.

Ben: You enjoyed that, didn’t you?

Ciara: Oh, making you suffer? Yeah. A little bit.

Ben: Yeah. Well, you’re right. It did hurt like hell. But oh, it feels so much better now. Thank you. You know, that was the first time you’ve voluntarily touched me since–

Ciara: Oh, don’T. Don’t do that.

Ben: I am just expressing my appreciation. Seriously, I knew you were scared of who I used to be, what we used to be, because I saw the look in your eyes, the fear of being alone with me. I saw it the first time I brought you here. I did the worst thing a person can do. And I have to live with that the rest of my life. I wasn’t in my right mind back then.

Ciara: And you are now?

Ben: Yes. Don’t worry, ciara. You don’t have a thing to fear from me. I promise. I kept my promise, ciara. I never hurt you. I never would.

Ciara: Yeah. So you almost jabbed me with a syringe.

Ben: That was a mistake.

Ciara: And yet you keep doing it, showing up out of nowhere, scaring me, harassing me. Ben, I’ve asked you to stop.

Ben: I can’T.

Ciara: Clearly. Because here I am against my will in the place where your bff tried to set me on fire twice. But who cares about how I feel, right, as long as you get what you want out of me?

Ben: It’s what you want too. You just–

Ciara: I just don’t know it yet. Right. And you took it upon your psychotic self to manipulate me and to control me until I do. Tell me, how long did you keep me prisoner here before, ben? It was a few weeks, right? Why didn’t you take me home?

Ben: I wanted to. But you wanted to stay.

Ciara: Why would I want to stay with a serial killer instead of with my family?

Ben: You called your mother, and you told her that you needed more time.

Ciara: More time to do what, ben?

Ben: To figure things out. You knew that you felt safe here, you felt safe with me, and you trusted me.

Ciara: Why would I do that?

Ben: Because you didn’t have any other choice. You couldn’t get up and walk. You couldn’t get food for yourself. I had to do everything for you. I can help you. If that’s okay.

Ciara: Okay. Yeah. I–I guess that would be okay.

Ben: You can hang onto that if it makes you feel safer. Is that long enough?

Ciara: Yeah.

Ben: Ciara. What did you just remember? Nope

Ciara: Would you just stop asking me every two seconds if I remembered something?

Ben: No, I saw it in your eyes.

Ciara: No, what you saw was me being freaked out by the idea of a serial killer giving me a sponge bath. Look, I have to go.

Ben: Don’t do this. Don’t–don’t–don’t run away, ciara, please.

Ciara: I’m not running away. I just–I’m going to where I was supposed to be hours ago. Theo’s probably so worried about me right now.

Ben: You’re just gonna leave me here right now? You’re gonna leave me here with a busted leg?

Ciara: I will send for help as soon as I get back to salem.

Ben: Back to salem. What–what if–what if a bear comes?

Ciara: Oh. Well, then maybe you can have him wash your feet for you.

Ben: Oh, come on, ciara. What if I get eaten?

Ciara: Well, that could happen. You know, being out in nature is a risk. There are wild animals…

Ben: Ciara…

Ciara: Fires…

Ben: Come on.

Ciara: Serial killers. Bye, ben.

Ben: Ciara, please wait.

Ciara: The next time you see me, I’m gonna be mrs. Ciara carver.

Ben: Ciara, wait.

Sami: I’m leaving. This isn’t over.

Nicole: Give ej my best. Well, that was fun.

Lucas: I ran over here as soon as I heard nicole gave you that letter, ’cause I was afraid you might kill sami.

Ej: I wouldn’t harm a hair on samantha’s head. You, on the other hand, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. Is struggling to manage your type 2 diabetes

Ben: [Sighs] Ciara.

Ciara: Okay.

[Engine sputtering] Oh, no, no, no. You’ve got to be kidding me. You’ve got to be kidding me. Come on. Damn it.

Philip: I can’t imagine you doing anything the least bit underhanded.

Gabi: But listen, I do owe you an apology.

Philip: For what?

Gabi: Well, all the drama with jake. I was too proud to admit that I wanted him back, and i did some things that were not cool.

Philip: Like making a play for him your first day back in town?

Gabi: Kate told you that?

Philip: She told me many things. Too many things.

Gabi: Well, I was talking about using you to try to forget about jake. I dragged you into bed, acted all sure of myself, and then backed out. But you totally understood, and I really appreciated that.

Philip: Well, we both knew who you belonged with. You know, romance might not have been in the cards for us. But we have a terrific working relationship. And I don’t want anything to get in the way of that.

Gabi: Neither do I.

Ava: So you’re going to work at titan?

Jake: Well, I don’t know. I mean, my experience is spotty at best, right? Former ceo, former mechanic, former mobster.

Ava: Mobster?

Jake: Yeah. Back when I lived in philly, I used to run with the vitali crime family. That’s your name, isn’t it? Ava vitali? Uh-huh?

Ava: Mm-hmm. You wouldn’t happen to be related to my former boss angelo?

Ava: He’s my cousin.

Jake: What are the odds?

Ava: Ah, million to one.

Jake: Yeah, I guess so.

Ava: Hmm.

Jake: So look, I haven’t brought this up until now, because, well, this is our first moment alone. And I didn’t want to say anything in front of rafe, so–

Ava: Rafe is well aware of my past.

Jake: So can I ask you a question about that?

Ava: Sure.

Jake: And I–I mean no disrespect.

Ava: It’s fine, jake.

Jake: So a couple of years ago, someone in the vitali family took over for angelo. That wouldn’t happen to be you, would it?

[Tense music]

 

Lucas: You gonna stab me with that thing?

Ej: It’s a letter opener. Seems like poetic justice to me.

Lucas: Then do it. I dare you. It’ll only prove to everybody what a psychopath you really are.

Sami: Ej, no. Depression makes it hard for me

Philip: I think everything worked out the way it was supposed to. In our personal lives and in business.

Gabi: I was so shocked when jake turned down my offer to revive gabi chic at dimera. I’m very grateful that you took a chance on me.

Philip: No, it wasn’t a chance. It was smart business. Gabi chic is on track to do record earnings this quarter.

Gabi: That’s no coincidence. It’s because I have the support of a visionary ceo.

Philip: Go on.

Gabi: I do have an idea that I think will make this company even more successful.

Philip: I’m all ears.

Gabi: I think we should hire jake. He’s very talented. He just left the top position at dimera.

Philip: He didn’t leave. He was voted out.

Gabi: Which makes him highly knowledgeable about the competition and also highly motivated to destroy it.

Philip: You think he’s gonna spill secrets?

Gabi: Oh, what, you think xander didn’t spill secrets when he went to basic black? And jake is way more valuable than that ape could ever be.

Philip: Wow, you’re very passionate about this. You sure you don’t have ulterior motives?

Gabi: I do like philip; his grip on titan is tenuous at best. I mean, he’s on his tenth chance. It’s just a matter of time before he screws up.

Jake: What, what, and I’m gonna be there to clean up the mess?

Gabi: Victor has a history of helping his family, supporting them as long as they don’t let him down. And when they do, when philip flares out, that old man is gonna be desperate for a replacement. I’m obviously gonna be the successor. But you, you’re gonna be right there working with me. And my first act as ceo of titan is gonna be to take down dimera once and for all.

Gabi: Ulterior motives? Definitely not. I would never suggest bringing somebody on that I didn’t think would be a true asset to this company. So, philip, what do you think?

Philip: I’m not opposed to making jake an offer and seeing how things go. I’ll certainly consider it.

Gabi: Excellent.

Jake: Sorry. Didn’t mean to overstep.

Ava: I’ve got nothing to hide. Yeah. I did take over for angelo. I was running the vitali family business. But I cut ties. I’m out of it for good.

Jake: Why did you stop?

Ava: For my son. I missed too many years with tripp. And now that I have a chance to build my relationship, I’m not letting anything jeopardize that. Not to mention the police commissioner and a mob boss shacking up. Not a great look.

Jake: So what are you doing now for work?

Ava: At the moment, nothing. But I’m thinking about talking to my friend nicole, see if she’s got anything for me at basic black.

Jake: Ah, sounds like a good idea. What’s stopping you?

Ava: Nothing. You know what? No time like the present, right?

Jake: Yeah.

Ava: Excuse me. I have a call to make.

Jake: Knock yourself out.

Ava: Yeah, hi. May I speak with nicole brady, please? Yeah. No. No, no. No, it’s okay. No message. Yeah, I’ll catch her later.

Jake: What happened?

Ava: Nicole’s not in the office today. Think I’m gonna pay her a visit.

Jake: Hmm. That’s the spirit. Hey, you got this.

Nicole: Oh, thanks.

Rafe: Might need something stronger after dealing with sami though.

Nicole: Rafe, I–I’m so sorry.

Rafe: For what?

Nicole: For putting you in the middle of something you probably didn’t want to be a part of.

Rafe: Oh. Well, actually, I’m just glad I got here when I did. Otherwise, I’d be investigating a homicide.

Nicole: Mine or sami’s?

Rafe: It’s hard to say. Toss-up really, you’re both so damn tough.

Nicole: Well, I don’t feel tough. I feel awful. You know, I was just so angry, and I–I wanted revenge. So I did what sami does. And I acted without thinking, and I–I thought it would make me feel better. I guess it did at the time.

Rafe: And now?

Nicole: And now, even if ej left sami, it doesn’t–it doesn’t change anything. I still lost my husband. And while he was gone all those months and I felt so lonely, now I am really, truly alone.

[Sighs]

Sami: What the hell are you doing, ej?

Ej: Lucas asked me to kill him. And I was inclined to oblige.

Lucas: You don’t got the stones.

Ej: You’re not worth it. I’ll leave you two to see how packing’s coming along.

Sami: What packing?

Ej: I’ve instructed harold to pack up your things.

Sami: Why would you do that?

Ej: Because I want you gone, samantha, from this house and from my life. I never want to see you again. Shingles? Oh… you mean bill.

Jake: Hey. How was your day?

Gabi: Oh.

Jake: Mmm. You’re in a good mood.

Gabi: I have had a fantastic morning. I think philip is about to offer you a job offer.

Jake: That’s great.

Gabi: Yeah. Our plan is officially in motion. First, we get rid of philip, and we take over titan, and then–then we take over the world.

Jake: Wow.

Rafe: Well, you’re not really alone, you know? You got allie, holly, henry. Me.

Nicole: Oh, rafe, you shouldn’t have to deal with this.

Rafe: No, no, no, I want to. I’m your friend. I want to help. And I will. I’m not going anywhere, you know?

Nicole: Thanks. That means a lot to me. I honestly don’t know what I would do without you.

Rafe: Oh. Nicole.

Sami: I can’t believe you asked harold to pack my things.

Ej: I could have him scatter them on the lawn if you prefer.

Lucas: Doesn’t sound like he’s gonna forgive her.

Sami: Shut up. Just give me a chance to explain.

Ej: No.

Sami: Ej…

Lucas: Oh, my god. Thank god you’re okay.

Sami: Do I look okay to you?

Lucas: Listen, I am sorry for the way everything went down. But I thought ej was actually gonna kill you. And if you hadn’t walked in when you did, he might have killed me.

Sami: Maybe I should have let him.

[Door slams]

Ben: What do you know? She’s back again.

Ciara: The car won’t start.

Ben: Oh, bummer.

Ciara: What did you do to it, ben?

Ben: I didn’t do a damn thing to it.

Ciara: Oh, please. I don’t believe you. You’re a mechanic.

Ben: I’m a mechanic with a busted ankle. What the hell do you think I could have done to the car?

Ciara: Oh, I don’t know. Maybe you and car have some kind of “psychic connection.” Either way, you did something so that I couldn’t get away.

Ben: Okay. Listen to me. That car not starting has nothing to do with me.

Ciara: Oh, it has nothing to do with you? Then what then? What does it have to do with?

Ben: Something way bigger than you and I.

Ciara: Oh, here we go.

Ben: No, no. You know what I think?

Ciara: Here we go.

Ben: Here we go, here we go, here you go. Here we go.

Ciara: Careful.

Ben: You know what I think? You know what I think? I think that’s the universe telling you that you’re not supposed to leave here until you remember our love.

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Eric: Sheila?

Finn: You guys have already met. I… know I shouldn’t probably be bringing anyone to your home, but…and I apologize, but wait until you hear. You–you don’t mind, do you? If–if…she joins us?

Ridge: Of course he minds. We all mind.

Brooke: Get her out of here.

Finn: What’s going on?

Sheila: I never should have let you talk me into– to coming in here. I knew exactly how they were gonna react, so I’m just gonna– I’m just gonna go.

Finn: No, no…

Steffy: What are you even doing here? It’s my wedding day.

Finn: That’s what I want to tell you. That’s what we want to tell you. I have the most exciting news. You are never gonna believe what I just found out.

Katie: Oh, my gosh! Where did you get all these photos?

Donna: Pammy gave these to me. I guess she was, you know, cleaning out a closet or something, making more space for crocheted doilies or…

Katie: [Chuckles]

Donna: Or was it baking supplies? You know, honestly, I only listen to half of what she says. But I wanted to do something with these, you know? Make a special surprise for my honey–

Katie: Hmm?

Donna: For eric. Eric. You know, after everything that happened with quinn. Just trying to cheer him up a little. Oh, my god, look at this!

Katie: Oh!

Donna: It’s the twins when they were babies! I mean, how could that not put a smile on eric’s face?

Katie: Oh, of course it will. Gosh, look at steffy! So grown up. And she already has kids of her own! How did that happen?

Donna: I don’t know. I don’t know, and she’s getting married today.

Katie: Did you see the photo that brooke texted?

Donna: Yeah. Looked like a beautiful ceremony.

Katie: Mmm.

Donna: Unusual, though.

Katie: Unusual how?

Donna: A forrester wedding without drama? Since when does that happen? I mean, come on.

Katie: [Chuckles] Very true.

Donna: Aw! Look.

Katie: Oh, my gosh. Brookie! Sissy.

Katie: Is this a picture of finn’s father?

Donna: Oh, right, jack. Jack. Um, he and finn’s mother stopped by forrester the other day, and they seemed really nice.

Katie: Are they local?

Donna: No, no. They, um, they flew in from, um… actually, I–I don’t think they said.

Katie: You know, come to think of it, we don’t really know that much about the finnegan family.

Donna: No, we don’t, but I’m assuming that’s gonna change, now that steffy’s become one.

Katie: Well, I can’t wait to meet finn’s father and mother.

Donna: Right? Oh…

Katie: [Gasps]

Donna: How did this get in there?

Katie: Oh, my gosh! Pam really is a packrat. I would’ve thought she would’ve gotten rid of this photo a long time ago.

Donna: [Laughs] Okay, I’m gonna pass on including any photos from that time of eric’s life.

Katie: Yeah, uh, that’s a wise choice.

Donna: [Groans] And we thought quinn was bad. But sheila? Sheila? I still can’t believe he was ever married to her.

Katie: I’m just gonna put this in the reject pile.

Donna: Good idea.

Brooke: You don’t even know what you’re getting yourself into, finn.

Sheila: Brooke, please, stop. You know things have changed.

Ridge: Changed how? What’s changed?

Sheila: I’ve stayed away, haven’t I?

Steffy: But you’re here now.

Finn: Okay, seriously, what is going on?

Sheila: Yeah, I’m gonna go, and I’m gonna let them explain everything to you. I just hope that someday you’ll– you’ll ask to hear my side of the story.

Steffy: No, there’s no reason for my husband to be in contact with you.

Eric: Or for any of us, sheila. You’re not welcome in this home.

Ridge: Come on, you heard the man, time to go.

Finn: Wait, wait, you don’t understand. She belongs here. Let her stay. Gorgeous and talented and

Katie: Oh, please. She alhe was henry viii.

Katie: Of a liberty. Liberty.

Liberty. Liberty.

Katie: Of all of eric’s wives, you definitely were the best suited for him.

Donna: Oh, come on, don’t make it sound like he was henry viii. There weren’t dozens of us.

Katie: I know, but looking back, you were certainly the best match, and I’m sure that eric would agree.

Donna: Well, don’t tell brooke.

Katie: Oh, please. She already knows.

Donna: Well, thank you. I actually agree.

Katie: [Chuckles]

Donna: But you know, I mean, let’s face it. It’s not like brooke could give her full attention to him. I mean, she knew in her heart she was meant for ridge. And stephanie? Forget about it. I mean, look, I respected that woman like no other, but… being a caring, loving wife was definitely not in her repertoire.

Katie: Well, you can say the same for quinn and sheila. I can’t believe he ever married either one of them.

Donna: Yeah, but, you know, I could see why he fell for quinn. I mean, she’s gorgeous and talented and she’s so smart. But sheila? Hello?

Katie: I guess you can kind of say the same thing about her. I mean, we weren’t really there when it went down. We weren’t living here when it all happened. So, thank god.

Donna: Yeah, but we heard about all the gruesome details. You remember, brooke would call and tell us what sheila was up to. And we just– we wouldn’t even believe it.

Katie: They were stories right out of a nightmare.

Donna: Stories that can’t be forgotten. Because the moment you do, the moment you put your guard down around someone like her…

Katie: Oh, no, no, no, no. You can’T. Not ever. Someone like sheila can never be trusted again.

Donna: [Shudders]

Ridge: I don’t know what she told you to make you think that she belongs here, but she doesn’t, and she knows she doesn’T.

Sheila: I do. I–I was hoping maybe… okay, you know what? We don’t need the theatrics, ridge, okay? I’ll leave on my own.

Finn: No, no, no, no. Please don’T.

Ridge: Do you know this woman?

Finn: No, we–we just met.

Ridge: Well, you never have to meet her again. Get her out of the house.

Steffy: This is our wedding day, this is our celebration. I know you don’t understand, but she’s not welcome.

Finn: It’s a time to celebrate with friends and family.

Steffy: She is neither. Trust me on this.

Thomas: She used you, finn. She’s just here to crash the wedding for some reason.

Finn: No, I know the reason. That’s what I’m trying to tell you.

Brooke: How did you manipulate finn into thinking he should allow you in here? What kind of lies did you tell him?

Finn: Lies?

Sheila: No. I wouldn’t lie to you, I swear.

Brooke: You don’t know how to tell the truth. You never have.

Sheila: I would–I would never lie about this, something so important as this.

Steffy: Important? Finn, nothing she has to say has any importance to us. Trust me on this.

Finn: This is where you’re wrong, okay? This is… this is so important.

Steffy: Then what is it? What does she have to say?

Finn: Just, if you give me a chance, I will tell you. I want her here, celebrating with all of us. And after you hear what I have learned… you will, too. (Asaad) since my mother got cancer from smoking, oh, my god! Look at that!, Or two… frame them or put them

Katie: So what are you gonna do with these? Are you gonna frame them or put them in some sort of album?

Donna: I don’t know exactly. I guess it depends on how many I use. Ooh! Look at this! Eric and stephanie when they were so young! Oh, my god! Look at that! This is a keeper, this… definitely a keeper.

Katie: You know, I’m impressed that you’re using photos of other women instead of just making this a tribute to your time with eric.

Donna: I definitely thought about it, trust me. But… [Sighs] You know, the point of this is to remind eric that he has a lifetime of happy memories to look back on. You know, fashion shows and vacations and family gatherings, children and grandchildren, yeah, a wife, or two… or three. [Laughs] Am I gonna sprinkle a few extra pictures of my time? You betcha, but… yeah, I don’t want to ignore the other parts of his life that brought him joy. But I will definitely, 100%, ignore the painful ones. I mean, 100% no quinn and no sheila.

Katie: Yeah, that would be a completely different album. It would be like, “here you go, eric. Here’s a retrospective of all of your worst decisions.”

Donna: Oh, my god, can you imagine?

Katie: You know, maybe that’s why his martini tradition got started. He was trying to forget all the horrible things that sheila did.

Donna: [Laughs] No amount of booze is gonna ever make you forget those horrible memories, but…

Katie: All that violence. That vile, ugly behavior.

Eric: Sheila, no, no.

Sheila: Eric:, You stay where you are. Nothing’s gonna change my mind so don’t even try. No, it is going to end right here, right now. And it’s going to start with you, stephanie.

[Gunshot echoes]

[Insects buzzing]

Lance: Oh, my god, bees! They’re everywhere!

[Panting] My allergies… help me. Help me, please.

Sheila: Help you the way you helped me, lance?

Lance: Oh, god…

Sheila: Oh, you made a big mistake, lance. You messed with the wrong mama.

Donna: The thought of sheila just gives me the creeps. I just–I never want to see that woman again.

Katie: Well, at least we haven’t seen her in a while. Hopefully it stays that way.

Donna: Yeah.

Ridge: All right, everyone take a breath. I’m gonna walk this one off the premises, okay?

Steffy: Good idea.

Finn: No, hey, that’s not a good idea. She’s a part of this. She’s part of us.

Liam: Dude, finn, you’re not getting it. She’s trying to protect you.

Finn: Protect? I don’t need protection–

Brooke: From sheila? Yes, you most certainly do. You want me to tell you what she did to me in this very room?

Sheila: You know, maybe you should hear what he has to say before you rehash ancient history.

Thomas: Ancient history? Steffy and I spent years without our mother. We’re supposed to forget about that?

Sheila: And I apologized for that and I meant it. You’re about to learn some things, and it’s gonna be really difficult to hear. It’s gonna be difficult for me, too. But what you really need to know is these people knew me a lifetime ago. So much has changed since then. It truly has.

Finn: Okay, I’m–I’m sorry. I’m–I’m very confused here. I have this incredible news. We had an unbelievable conversation. I want them to be happy for me.

Li: Honey? Honey, what is it? What did this woman say to you?

Finn: Mom, you know I love you, right?

Li: Of course.

Finn: Blood or not… you’re always my mother.

Li: Always.

Finn: But I’ve had questions over the years, wondering… you know, where I came from.

Li: I wish I had answers for you. Your father and I never received any details about your birth parents. I know you’ve wondered about them. Especially your mother. When you were young you used to ask me if she remembered you.

Finn: It was important… for me to know that I wasn’t forgotten. And it turns out I wasn’T. She’d been thinking about me all these–all these years.

Li: Are you– are you saying…

Finn: She’s made herself known today.

Steffy: Finn…

Finn: On my wedding day.

Steffy: No…

Finn: This… this woman, sheila, is my birth mother.

Steffy: [Groans quietly]

I may have moderate to

severe rheumatoid arthritis. The way she tells itonna: Eric was so brave

Donna: Eric was so brave that day. Standing up to sheila with a gun pointed right at him.

Katie: Well, brooke was pretty brave, too. I mean, the way she tells it, she could’ve gotten out of there, but then she heard the gun go off and… sheila had shot taylor. She ran back in, put her own life at risk.

Donna: Thank god eric was able to wrestle that gun away… and knock sheila out the way he did. Otherwise, all three of them might have been killed.

Katie: I don’t even want to think about it. Or her. I’m just grateful that she’s out of our lives. So very grateful.

Steffy: Your birth mother.

Finn: Yeah.

Eric: She’s lying.

Sheila: Eric…

Ridge: You’re finn’s mother? You want us to believe that now?

Li: I’m his mother.

Sheila: And I am so thankful to you. I never could’ve given him the life that you did.

Brooke: I don’t believe this, not for a second.

Sheila: Look, that time in my life, I wasn’t in a good place. I thought I was doing what was best for him.

Brooke: Are you kidding me? When have you ever been in–

Sheila: You don’t need to attack me.

Brooke: The idea that you would put a child’s needs first–

Sheila: You know, I know what I’ve done, the mistakes that I’ve made, and the biggest mistake I have ever made… was giving you up. I truly regret that. I didn’t come here today to ruin your wedding. I came here today to meet my son.

Brooke: We don’t believe you.

Ridge: So this is good. You found out he is adopted, so you came up with this sick plan.

Sheila: What do you want me to do, take a dna test?

Ridge: Why not?

Brooke: Uh, yeah! I’m sure that you’ve probably figured out a way to–

Finn: I really don’t think that she’s lying.

Li: I realize you want to be excited about this. A part of you wants to be excited and I want to be excited for you, too, but… honey, what the forresters are saying…it’s clear this woman has an agenda.

Steffy: It’s all a lie! It’s a con!

Jack: No, it’S…it’s not.

Li: What?

Jack: She’s telling the truth.

Li: No. How could you know? You’ve never had any information about his birth parents. Jack?

Jack: She contacted me years ago.

Li: And…you didn’t tell me?

Finn: You knew? I could’ve had a name, I could’ve had a– I could’ve had a picture.

Jack: A mug shot, you mean? I didn’t want that for you, son. These people, they’re not lying. She’s not the kind of person you want in your life. That’s why I kept it a secret, to protect you, to protect both of you. And then when I heard you got involved with… steffy forrester, yeah, I knew the name from fashion, but I also knew because of her. I don’t know all the sordid details, but I knew there was a connection somehow. And, uh… most likely a disturbing one. I should’ve told you.

[Sniffs] I just prayed she wouldn’t show up on your wedding day.

Steffy: So it’s true. She’s finn’s mother. Sheila. Sheila…

Sheila: You married my son. I’m your mother-in-law, steffy.

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Y&R Update Tuesday, August 10 2021

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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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Y&R Short Recap Tuesday, August 10, 2021

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Chloe meets Sally and Sally does her best to get a job with Chloe before she can find out why she was fired from JCV. Kevin warns Adam not to get Chloe caught up in any of his schemes or he will be very sorry he did it.

Ashland spends some time with Harrison and later isn’t happy when Jack tells him that Kyle and Summer want Harrison to live with them in Italy.

Victoria is very touched when Victor offers to plan her wedding to Ashland.

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B&B Transcript Monday, August 9, 2021

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Transcript provided by Suzanne

Sheila: Congratulations.

Finn: Oh, uh, thank you. Um, I didn’t realize someone was in here. Who are you?

Sheila: It’s me, sweetheart, your mother. I’m your mother.

Finn: You’re my, my mother?

Thomas: So, steff, what are we supposed to call you? Mrs. Dr. Steffy finnegan forrester?

Steffy: Mrs. Dr. Steffy?

Thomas: Yeah, what, what–

Steffy: Steffy is just fine.

Thomas: That’s fine?

Steffy: Or, your sister.

Thomas: Okay.

Steffy: It’s easy.

Thomas: How about your honeymoon? Can I ask where you’re going, or if you’re even doing it?

Steffy: You know what, we, we’ll do it eventually, but we don’t want to be away from hayes right now, or kelly.

Hope: But please, tell me you’ll do it at some time, right?

Liam: Yeah! Newlyweds deserve a honeymoon, that’s the rule.

Steffy: Honey, every day with finn is a honeymoon.

Liam: Ooh!

Paris: Oh wow, so much happiness. Just the way it should be on such a special day.

Thomas: Well, steffy is literally glowing, so.

[ All laughing ]

Zende: Of course she’s glowing, she’s married the man of her dreams.

Paris: Speaking of your new, handsome hubby, where is he?

Steffy: Uh, he’s actually on a call right now with a patient, but he’ll be back shortly.

Ridge: Hey! How are my daughter’s new in-laws doing?

Eric: Have you gotten used to the fact that your son is a married man now?

Brooke: Not to mention, a first time father.

Ridge: Mm hm!

Li: We’re just so happy for finn, and for our beautiful steffy.

Jack: I don’t think we’ve ever seen a couple so in love.

Brooke: Oh, I don’t know.

[ Giggling ]

Li: And we’re just so thankful to you all, for such a lovely wedding.

Brooke: It was, wasn’t it?

Ridge: And the best part, we got through all of this without any drama and interruptions. Let’s drink to that.

Li: Cheers!

Paris: Ah, you must be thrilled and relieved the ceremony went off without a hitch.

Steffy: Well, that’s thanks to my matron of honor. Honestly, if it weren’t for hope, I don’t even know what I’d–

Hope: Oh, please no, I didn’t do anything.

Steffy: Are you kidding me? You stood up for me. You didn’t even think twice about it. You were such a help. Honestly, the things that you said up there, it’s really sweet. Thank you. Thank you so much.

Liam: Hey, guys. Take a picture. Could this day get any better, seriously?

Ridge: Oh, I’m sorry, I just assumed that everyone knows about forrester weddings. There’s always some kind of drama, right? Don’t take my word for it. Ask dad or logan, they’ll both tell you.

Li: Logan?

Brooke: Ah, that’s my maiden name. Ridge has been affectionately calling me logan since–

Ridge: Since we started doing whatever this is, right?

[ Giggling ]

Eric: As you can see, the forresters are a very romantic bunch. Expressions of affection are not unusual.

Ridge: Yeah, and you’re relieved too, everything went smoothly today, right?

Jack: Ah, very relieved. Very, very grateful.

Ridge: Cheers.

Finn: You’re my, my, uh, birth mother?

Sheila: Yes. I realize what a shock this must be for you. Maybe, maybe I shouldn’t have come here, especially today, but I, I couldn’t stay away. I had to see my son on his wedding day.

Frank is a fan of fast.

He’s a fast talker.

Liam: I don’t know.

Hope: You don’t want to go inside?

Liam: I have had it with– hey, how are hayes and kelly?

Steffy: Oh, they’re still asleep.

Liam: Oh, really?

Hope: Oh, too much wedding excitement!

Paris: Yeah, being a flower girl must take a lot out of you.

Steffy: Right? Is finn still on that call?

Thomas: I have no idea. I told you, I can go look for him, though.

Zende: You want me to check?

Steffy: No no, it’s fine. I’m sure he’s on a call with his patient. And it’s personal to him, trust me, I should know.

Ridge: Wait, he’s still on the phone?

Steffy: Yeah–

Ridge: Let me go find him this is–

Steffy: No, no. Dad, it’s fine. It’s fine. Actually, finn would, he wouldn’t want us standing here. He’d want us to party.

Ridge: Party?

Thomas: Hey!

Zende: Woohoo!

Ridge: What was that?

Steffy: I don’t know.

Zende: Hey!

Li: Actually, if I could just take a moment. I just want to thank all of you once again, and I know I speak for jack and finn, when I say how delighted we are to be a part of such a warm and loving family like the forresters. As most of you may know, jack and I adopted finn as a baby. We gave him the best life we possibly could, and he has made us so proud, with one exception, the punk rock band he started in high school.

[ All chuckling ]

Ridge: Good to know.

Li: Anyway, I couldn’t have loved finn more if I’d given birth to him. He’s been the light of my life, and jack’s from the moment we held him. And now, to see him married to this beauty, the two of them starting their own family, I can’t help but wonder about finn’s birth mother from time to time, if she thinks about him, especially on his birthday. I can only imagine what it would mean to her to see him today on his wedding day.

Sheila: I probably shouldn’t have done it like this, just showing up with no warning on your wedding day. You, you’ve never seen me. You’ve never heard from me. To you, I’m, I’m a total stranger, but I’m not. I gave birth to you. I still… regret ever giving you up. I had to see you. I just had to see you and let you know that I’ve never forgotten about you. I’ve been, I’ve been following your life, and your career from, from afar. And, I just want to tell you I am so incredibly proud of your accomplishments. A well-respected doctor, a healer. Whoever would have thought that I could give birth to someone like this?

Finn: You’re, you’re going to have to give me a minute, okay? I’m trying to wrap my head around all this.

Sheila: Yeah, of course. It’s a lot to, to experience.

Finn: Yeah, it’s a lot to take in, especially today. I was not expecting this on my wedding day, so like, why now?

Sheila: It’s okay if you’re skeptical or, or guarded. Anybody would be, in your position. I certainly don’t blame you for that. But, I had to see you. The thought of not seeing my son on his wedding day, congratulating you for marrying such an amazing woman as, as steffy forrester. You’re a father now. I have a grandchild. You are gonna have the most amazing life. I just wish I could be a part of it. I, I know I can’T. I know that’s not possible. I really should just leave.

Finn: No, what, leave?

Sheila: It would be for the best, but like I said, I just had to see you. I had to let you know that I have never stopped loving you. I never will.

I may have moderate to

severe rheumatoid arthritis.

Jack: It’s our son’s wedding day. We shouldn’t dwell on finn’s birth mother. She’s never really been a part of his life. We should focus on finn and steffy and their beautiful children, and the amazing future that is ahead for all of them.

Eric: Hear, hear.

Liam: Absolutely.

Ridge: Couldn’t agree more.

Zende: So, everybody ready to cut loose?

Paris: Oh, zende has been dying to show off his dance moves.

Hope: Wait, what about finn? Shouldn’t he be having the first dance with his beautiful bride?

Thomas: Yeah, if he would ever get off his phone.

Ridge: Alright.

Eric: Should we be concerned, steffy?

Steffy: It’s completely fine. Even though it’s our wedding day, he still has to take care of his patients. That’s why his patients love him so much, I get it.

Thomas: Okay, that makes sense to me. I notice his generosity when I first met him, so okay.

Steffy: Yeah, like he feels things with such an intensity, in his personal life and with his work, it’s the kind of man he is. It’s the kind of man you raised.

Sheila: And I realize now it was probably very selfish of me to interrupt your, your happy day, but when I saw the wedding announcement online, and when I read that you were getting married, I just knew I had to be here. There’s no way that I could miss such an important day with my son.

Finn: You said you never stopped thinking about me?

Sheila: Never.

Finn: What about all those years? I never heard from you. I never, never got a phone call, a text, or a letter, it was nothing.

Sheila: And I’m really sorry for that, but I knew that you were being loved by an incredible family and I just didn’t want to disrupt that. I have had a lot of trouble in my past. I would not have been a good influence on your life. But that doesn’t mean that I ever stopped loving you. Just know I’ve never stopped thinking about you and I am so incredibly proud of the man you’ve become. You’re a father, you’re a doctor, you are so happy. That’s all I’ve ever wanted for you. I wish I could have given you that myself. I just wasn’t able… and I am still not. So, that’s why I should go.

Finn: Go? No, I don’t want you to go. I, I just married the most incredible woman. I want you to meet her. I want you to meet the whole family, they’re amazing. This has been the best day of my life and then, out of nowhere, you appear. My birth mother, the woman who gave me life. I have the best parents, the best upbringing anyone could ask for, yet, I still, I thought about this moment since I was a little boy. I’ve thought about this moment, seeing you for the first time, and it’s, it’s happening, it’s here. You and me, we’re here, together. I’m not letting you leave. You’ve walked into my life. I’m not letting you walk out.

Sheila: I’ve, I’ve waited decades for this occasion, to see my son, the son that I, I placed for adoption. I… you know, I’ve gone over this a million times, wondering what to say, how you would react, whether or not you would forgive me.

Finn: Forgive you? You don’t need my forgiveness. You did what you had to do because you wanted to give me a better life. You were thinking of me. You weren’t thinking of yourself, and I believe you. I believe that you did what you felt you had to do, but what I’m having trouble with is you’ve come all this way to meet me, and now you, now you’re gonna leave?

Sheila: I don’t want to leave, I have to leave. It’s better for everyone, especially you.

Finn: Please, can you just listen to me? All my life, I’ve wondered about meeting you. Wondered what you’d be like, and if I would see myself in you, the day that I met you. Today’s the day. Today’s the day. You need to come, meet steffy and meet the whole family.

Sheila: No, I, I, I told you, there are things I’ve done in my life that I regret–

Finn: No, I, I get that. It’s okay–

Sheila: No, no, you don’t get it. This is such a happy day for you, and I don’t want to be the presence that ruins it.

Finn: Ruin it? You are not going to ruin it, you are gonna make it better.

[ Phone dinging ] It’s steffy, she’s asking when I’m gonna be back.

Sheila: Okay you, you, you should go. Go, go. Go to your family, go to your new family, and just please, don’t tell anybody about me. Not, not your mother, not your father, and definitely not steffy.

Finn: You’re not making any sense.

Sheila: This is just the way it has to be.

Finn: No. I’m not taking that for an answer. You’re gonna come with me, you’re gonna meet the family, you’re gonna meet steffy. You have a grandson I want you to meet. This has been an incredible day for me, and I want to share it with you, my mother.

Liam: Did paris and zende leave?

Hope: Oh, um, apparently they wanted some alone time.

[ Giggling ]

Jack: Hey, have you heard from finn?

Steffy: No, I haven’T. I texted him, but I haven’t heard anything.

Jack: Hm.

Li: Jack? What, what’s wrong?

Jack: Nothing. At least, I hope it’s nothing.

Brooke: What is it, ridge?

Thomas: Yeah, dad, what’s going on?

Ridge: Nothing, I’m just wondering, like the rest of us, where finn might be.

Brooke: Oh.

Ridge: Oh, sorry.

Brooke: Let me hold that for you, okay?

Finn: Hey, everyone, I, I, sorry to keep you waiting. I just– the most incredible thing has happened. Um… I met someone.

[Glass shattering]

Brooke: Sheila?

Ridge: Sheila.

Eric: Sheila?

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hello, hello. Hello. You look super peppy. Are you on something? A new diet. I wanna hear more about that. Schnitzel, and all I can get. Don’t much care for schnitzel. Well, I do. And do you know what else curls my toes? Oh, heavens no. Well, I’m gonna tell ya. Having my bank account flush with quartermaine money. So, how’s it going at the mansion? Are we about to get rich, or what?

[ Birds chirping ] Chase: I might need some help. Uh, my hands don’t work so good. Michael… will you put the ring on her hand for me? Yeah, I’d be happy to. I am always in a meeting, never in the can. You got it? Thank you. Ugh, I swear, that woman is gonna drive me insane. What are you still doing here? I thought you had physical therapy. Yeah, but I, uh — I couldn’t leave without saying goodbye to my wife. Michael: Hey. Hi. I am so glad I ran into you. What’s up? I’ve made a decision. This cannot go on. Trina. [ Laughs ] When did you get here? After the snoring stopped and before the drool started. I do not snore. You want me to play it back? No, thank you, and you better delete that.

[ Both laugh ] No, I think I’ll keep it. You know, for security purposes. Joss and cam told me about stories from you back in the day. It sounds like you were a real pain in the butt. Yeah, it’s true that in my youth, I was somewhat mischievous, but I didn’t do any lasting harm. And, please, joss gave as good as she got. Just ask her. I will. So [Clears throat] How’d it go with your mom? Not well. Seattle, chicago, milwaukee. Chicago again, venezuela. Russia. It’s mostly university professors, psychiatrists. He’s offering his “expertise” on mental illness. When I think of the arrogance of that animal… I swear, I… what is it?

[ Exhales sharply ] What’s going on? Did you find this letter in ryan’s room? Yeah, with the others. I grabbed the whole stack. Why? It’s addressed to my son. What the hell is ryan chamberlain doing communicating to spencer? Naomi berlin? It’s dreyfus. What’s this about? Your daughter, hayden. And you are? Your best shot at bringing her home.


If we could just have a moment of your time. I’m not interested in talking about my daughter. Wait, wait, wait! Even if it meant bringing your daughter home to violet? You know that little girl really misses her mother. You just saw her. Didn’t she say as much? How do you know that? Who are you? I’m shawn butler. I went to prison for hayden’s shooting. I thought I pulled the trigger and shot your daughter by accident. The guilt — it nearly swallowed me whole. I-I wanted to be punished, but hayden came to me herself and said it wasn’t me. That someone else tried to kill her, and that she knew who it was. But she didn’t say who? I need to find the real shooter, ms. Dreyfus. Not only for me, but for your daughter. Come in. I’ll speak to the warden. Oh, no, you won’T. A warden’s not gonna be able to help you, nikolas. That psychopath is sending threats to my son, and no one can do anything about it? Hey, I understand why you’re angry. I’m angry. But convicts have a right to write letters. Having said that, any non-legal correspondence has to be, uh, scrutinized by the prison staff. Well, that is true. But, um, just because the staff has the ability to read convicts’ mail doesn’t mean they always do. Sometimes, they lack the manpower to examine each item. Ah, that’s correct. Don’t panic, all right? All we know so far is that the letter has been returned. It looks like it hasn’t been opened. So spencer probably hasn’t even read it. And if he did, wouldn’t he have said something to you? What are you doing? Tampering with the mail is a federal crime. They can try me and throw me in prison. I’ll have my attorney pull strings and have me sent here, which will make tearing ryan apart that much easier. I’m staying with joss. Oh, man, it went that badly? It wasn’t horrible. We didn’t blow up at each other or anything — or, at least, she didn’t blow up at me. So it’s not like she kicked you out? No, it was my choice to get some space. It’s just — we talked, and I don’t want to talk about it anymore… or deal with it, or think about it. And I know that’s all we’ll do when we’re together. Like, we could be deciding between mexican and sushi, and I’d still be focused on how she messed up. Always sushi, by the way.

[ Chuckles ] So, now what? Honestly, I-I don’t know what to do. Maybe on some level, there’s nothing I can do. Except you can’t sleep at joss’s indefinitely. If you’d have asked me to tell you to two truths, I would have said, one, the sun rises in the east, and two, my mom is a strong, honest, and fair person. And now one of those isn’t true. And I hate it. Things are going okay. One camp of the quartermaines wants to go to war with me. Well, let me guess — uh, brook lynn would be leading that charge. But the other camp of the quartermaines invited me to a birthday party. So, they’re trying to wine and dine you into submission. Ah, old edward. He must be just dancing in his grave. The cupcakes were amazing. And it turns out I’m really good at “pin the tail on the donkey.” Ooh, I-I hope you’re not waffling here because, um, you may not know this, but besides the cicada bug that comes around every 17 years, so does, um, a shot at elq stock. Oh, don’t worry about that. Well, I do worry about that because I don’t trust the quartermaines at all. They are capable of eatin’ their own young. I am fully aware of what the quartermaines are capable of. Yeah, really? Well, okay, huh? Your day in court is coming soon. Great. And? You need me? Oh, hey, come here. Come here. Okay, listen, um… in edward’s will — first paragraph — it says that jimmy lee holt and his offspring — which would be you… mm-hmm. …Will be disinherited. Which means that edward did not want your father anywhere near elq. What if he changed his mind? But we have no proof. The will has been signed and sealed and probated. We — we got zero, zip, goose egg. I don’t know about that. I think there’s a way to turn this long shot into a sure thing. Chase is getting better all the time, and I am committing right now. The day he takes five steps on his own is the day I tell him the truth. Five steps? Yes. I’ve done my research — it’s a common benchmark that means he’s on his way to a full recovery. That’s when I tell him. And he’s going to hate me… and I’m going to hate myself, but chase has every right, and I’ll just have to take it. Hey, if you’re gonna hate yourself, you might as well hate me, too. Never. Willow, I —

[ Scoffs ] I could have approached chase at any — any — any time and told him, “you know what? This is — this is out of control. I love her, and we’re gonna be together.” But I didn’T. Because you were supporting me. There’s a f– there’s a fine line between supporting and enabling, and I think we were hitting the enabling a little too hard. You know, we will both go so far out of our way to support each other that we wind up sabotaging our own happiness. It’s a good thing to keep in mind about our relationship moving forward. “Our relationship moving forward.” I like that take. Let’s go with that. What happened last night… yeah, yeah. It can’t happen again. Our sole focus will be helping chase get back on his feet. Literally. And when he does… take five steps.

[ Sighs ] Five steps. And once chase knows the truth, I guess we just pray that someday, he’ll understand why we did what we did… and maybe even forgive us. I haven’t seen willow — or michael, for that matter. They’re probably still in bed.

[ Laughs ] I don’t blame them. Willow doesn’t cheat. The evidence would say otherwise. No, I mean, she doesn’t fall in bed with people lightly. That’s not who she is. If willow is sleeping with michael… …it means she’s in love with him. I guess the only question is, what are you gonna do about it? Who knew a kid’s birthday party could be so taxing? I’m surprised it didn’t send you rolling for the hills. You know, in fact, I’m surprised you’ve lasted this long in this house. You know, between valentin and austin and carly and harmony and olivia. I mean [Scoffs] It’s a wonder we don’t all go insane. I don’t know what you’re talking about, brook lynn. There’s no place I’d rather be.


So, michael and willow. While chase is just stuck doing wheelies in his chair. Alan would be proud. My mother always said that alan had his heart in the right place. W– I’m not sure if it was his heart that was in the right place, if you know what I mean. Yeah, scott, I know exactly what you mean. Okay, so I love a little quartermaine gossip. So, michael’s indiscretion — we need to weaponize that. We need to maybe get some pictures or — or something… okay. …That we can get him over to our side. I’m gonna stop you right now, because I am not interested in anything illicit. There’ll be no blackmail or public embarrassment. Wait a minute. Wait. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Don’t you want what belongs to you? Yes, I do. Well, don’t you want to avenge your father and have your seat at the quartermaine table? Absolutely, I do. But… no, no, no! There’s no “buts” about it here. We gotta get down. We got to get dirty in the mud, because if we don’t do it, let me assure you, the quartermaines will, and it will be a lot worse. I don’t know what makes you think I can help you. Hayden chose a life here in port charles — deliberately far away from me — only to leave it all behind. And what did you think of that?

[ Scoffs ] I long ago gave up trying to understand my daughter. Maybe you’d do better speaking to those who did? Her friends, her sister, her exes. Well, we’re working on it. But we heard from elizabeth that you were in town, and we didn’t want to miss you. Yeah. Are you staying long? How is that any of your business? We’re not trying to butt into your life. Could have fooled me. No. [ Sighs ] We just want to bring hayden’s shooter to justice so no one else has to suffer like this again. Like I said, I’m no– I’m not privy to hayden’s life. I — we’re on terrible terms. Well, no one we’ve talked to is on any terms with hayden. No one’s heard from her since she disappeared from port charles. Wait. You’ve been in touch with your daughter, haven’t you? Well, what does it say? See for yourself. “Spencer, I hope this letter finds you well. Do you remember when we first met? How fortunate that I sensed your potential and opted to catch and release. I understand you’ve grown into a formidable young man. My apologies for the disappointment called your father. Don’t let this and ava’s selfishness stymie your progress. Looking forward to more tales of your exploits.” “Ryan.” [ Sighs ] Okay, now you can panic. I need to grow up, right? Be more sophisticated. Like ava. She takes things in stride and doesn’t get lost in the small stuff. Okay, I know you idolize your boss, but look at the wreckage she has left behind. I’m just saying. Ava jerome’s made some bad calls, too. My point is, my mom is an adult, and her business has nothing to do with me. Of course it has to do with you. What happened to changing my perspective? Seeing my mom as a flawed human being like everyone else? And you should, but it doesn’t mean that you’re not affected by it. Look, the only advice I can give is, don’t do what I would do. Which is? “A,” I have a real tendency to go full-throttle and mess up my life. I do something that I think will punish the other person, and even if I do, I usually wind up punishing myself in the process. Case in point, coming home and not telling my father that I was back in town. And now that we’re starting to patch things up, there’s still this huge secret between us. And “b”? Acknowledging that you’re right to feel how you feel. She’s your mom, and she messed up. You get to have a reaction to that. Even if it’s bad? Even if.


That doesn’t mean that we can’t leverage the situation to our advantage. I think there’s evidence that can turn our case around, and it’s somewhere in that house. How do you know that? So, my dad and edward, they wrote letters to each other about a year before edward died. And my father had always reached out to him and always written him — never heard back. But then, somewhere around 2011, he wrote to him, and edward wrote back. They exchanged about four or five letters. My dad kept them all. And in the last one, edward said that he was rethinking some of his earlier decisions and that he had mentioned my dad to his lawyer. Y-you do know that edward mentioned that he didn’t want your father to get a dime or anywhere near elq? You’re missing the point. I just said — edward was rethinking his decisions. So, y-you think there might be a record of those thoughts? That there’s a statement that, uh, edward was, uh, gonna change his will? I know there is. All we have to do is find it. All right, I gotta head to physical therapy. Oh, already? Uh, wiley’s gonna be up from his nap soon. I know he’ll want to give you a — a hug to thank you for his present. Oh, my god, it was so cute. He was cuddled up with his rocket and space station last night. Stop it. He slept with it? Yeah, it wasn’t what I’d, uh, call exactly “comfortable,” but he was — he was committed.

[ Laughs ] Tell wiley I’ll take a rain check on that hug. He’s going to hold you to that. Trust me. You know I do. I tried to get into edward’s study, but the housekeeper stopped me. What did you say? I lied. I said I was looking for the powder room. You said “powder room”? Yeah, I’m pretty sure that’s what they would call it in a house like that. The evidence is in there. It can help us. I can’t snoop around and get it, so we need somebody that can. So you think we find somebody that has the access to the mansion, huh? Correct. Like chase. But he’s a cop. He’s a good cop. He’s the picture of decency. Chase is in a lot of pain right now. Do you think he’s in enough pain to stay with a wife who is canoodling with his best friend? You know, chase, sometimes it’s easier to talk to a complete stranger than someone that you know really well. You mean about how I just found out that my entire marriage was a lie? Yes. Since you and i have already started talking about that, why are we even bothering to go back in there? Why don’t we just get out of here, go get a beer? My wife is sleeping with the guy that used to be my best friend. I need to face them. It’s time to end this. Don’t ever underestimate the depths that a man with broken heart will sink to. Well, I hope so. Otherwise, this lawsuit is doa — dead on arrival. Goodbye. Goodbye. I think it’s time for you to go. Wait. You’ve heard from your daughter, haven’t you? Where is she? Please leave this alone. Is hayden in some kind of trouble? All we ask is that you put us in touch. My family is none of your concern! Is your family any of your concern? From what I’ve heard, finn and elizabeth have worried themselves sick wondering what happened to hayden. They don’t even know if she’s dead or alive. Now, imagine what goes on in violet’s head. Whatever it is, it’s better than the truth! Is that what you do? What? Feel all your feelings? I’ve never shied away from self-introspection. Good to know. However, my problem is that after exploring those feelings, I frequently act on them. That’s an added step that doesn’t always need to be taken and often ends in disaster. You know the five stages of grief. Yeah. Well, you don’t get to “acceptance” on day one. You have to experience everything that comes before — the denial, the anger, all of it. I guess this is kind of the same thing. How, exactly? You can’t get to a point of forgiving your mom unless you let yourself be mad at her first. Tell me about the letter. I don’t know anything. That’s bull. You take ryan’s dictation. Every word he blinks, you write it down. Ryan composes a lot of letters. I don’t log their content. So you’ve never alerted the warden. Because I’ve never had to. There’s never been anything threatening. And why should i believe you? You’ve already been a groupie for shiloh and cyrus renault. I wanted nothing to do with renault. No, how do we know you haven’t graduated to ryan chamberlain? Maybe it is you that’s terrorizing my family on his behalf. I did you a favor. I don’t need to listen to this.

[ Door opens ] You need to cool it. Taking that out on harmony isn’t gonna help anything. You don’t think she’s capable? It doesn’t matter if she’s capable. Why would ryan entrust his revenge scheme on — on somebody who’s being scrutinized by the corinthos and the quartermaines and a parole officer? Yes, the letter is creepy, but there’s nothing overtly violent about it. So we need to just take it on its face. Which is? That he’s using spencer to get under your and ava’s skin. But why? Spencer and i were estranged long before ryan sent this letter. It’s not likely that this would have pushed us further apart. I don’t think he’s trying to scare him. I think he’s trying to entice him. Like a fan letter. Like he’s egging spencer on. Is there anything spencer might have done to earn his admiration?

[ Sighs ] It’s impossible. What? Spencer could be doing to ava and me what ryan couldn’t do himself.


The truth won’t provide hayden’s family closure. Only pain. She sought me out last year. Hayden did? She needed money. Of course, I had none to give, but I offered her shelter. I was as worried as everyone else — thought hayden was in trouble. I mean, what else could possibly keep her from violet? And? Turns out, it was motherhood. Wait. What do you mean? My daughter went on a tear, insisting violet was a “time suck” and a yoke around her neck. That she was better off with finn, and that she wasn’t cut out to be a mother, and she wanted her life back. You’re a mother? I mean, would you ever saddle your daughter with something so vile? Isn’t violet better off not knowing? Now, that’s all I have to say on the matter. Well, if you have any way of reaching hayden, or if you hear from her — I don’T. And I don’t expect I ever will again. My daughter can change her name all she wants, but hayden barnes is the same as rachel abigail berlin ever was — a greedy, self-absorbed narcissist. Tell me you’re joking. This is one letter, nikolas. Yeah, that we know of. No, there could be more. There could be a whole correspondence. In fact — that he’s — that he’s — he’s goading spencer into terrorizing ava? Yeah, he might not have needed that much goading. I hurt spencer badly — to the point that when I popped up alive, he preferred to stay at his school in france 4,000 miles away. And let’s face it — my son has always had a flair for the dramatic. He’s a ham, not a homicidal maniac. Do you even hear yourself? Nothing that has happened to us has been violent. No one has been hurt. Everything that h-has happened has ha-happened while spencer was, as you say, away at school in europe. So how is he gonna pull these pranks across the ocean? I get it — you want ava back, and you want the stalker outed so she will come home. But you’re gonna accuse your own son — I mean, you really need to think about that. Thank you for your help. Don’t do it. I love you. Don’t — don’t do it. You have messed things up. You abandoned your son. You broke his heart. And now he’s come home, and he is trying to work things out with you. You make this accusation — you throw this accusation at him, and you will drive him away — and maybe forever this time. Spencer: Oh, that looks fantastic. Thank you. Here you go. Appreciate it. Oh, wait. Trina, I am so sorry. I should have asked you if you wanted a drink. Do you want anything? No, I’m good. Okay, thank you. That’ll be all. You’re welcome. Oh, I am parched.

[ Laughs ]

[ Sighs ] What’s wrong? Uh, no — nothing. You still thinking about what happened with your mom, or…? Like I said, I’ll never not be thinking about it, so… well, I bet I have something to cheer you up. Wait. Let’s make it a challenge. Bring it on. You wade through all this messy, emotional stuff with your mom, and then you get something amazing at the end of it. And that is? The party of the century — mine. I don’t have much time. My pt appointment starts soon. Oh, this won’t take long. I just wanted to check in.

[ Door closes ] How are you? You doing all right? Did you get any sleep? Barely. I can’t get the image of michael and willow out of my head. Right. Well, I can’t help you with that, but I can prescribe something that might help you sleep. Thanks, but I don’t want to take anything that could potentially mess up my recovery. You are determined to recover. Can’t get back on my legs soon enough. All right, well, unsolicited advice, but please be careful. You know, you — you suffered a real setback last night. My legs feel fine. Great, but I’m not talking about your legs. You know? Your heart took a real beating when you found out about michael and willow, and your recovery requires focus. I’ll be focused. You sure? ‘Cause if your mind was doing what it did last night and you’re not careful, you could really hurt yourself, chase. So, have you heard from your mom? Not yet, but I’m sure I will. And how does that make you feel? Let’s see…

[ Sighs ] Overwhelmed, confused, resentful — maybe a little bit hopeful. Ah, so, all over the map, then. Yeah, pretty much. Willow handled the surprise visit from harmony amazingly. I stood there like a deer in headlights and then ran off. No, no, you faced your mom with dignity and demanded to know why she came. And then ran off. With dignity. So? You needed a minute. The point is, you — you came back. Well, I wasn’t about to miss my son’s birthday party. And it definitely helped having michael talk me down. Oh, good ol’ dependable michael. His specialty. Oh, could you make me sound any more vanilla? Well, I could, but I won’T.

[ Both laugh ] You are anything but vanilla.


that was intense. Oh, yeah, I’ll say. Scout was so young when we lost drew. She really doesn’t have any memories. Whereas violet must have a ton of hayden. Which were all good, according to elizabeth. Well, none to suggest she was an absent mother. You know, naomi’s claims don’t sit right. You know what? I have an idea. Elizabeth. Hi, it’s sam. Yeah, I just had a question about your sister, hayden. Her legal name before she changed it, it was “rachel berlin,” right? Did she have a middle name? Are you sure? No, I’ll — I’ll explain later. Thank you. It’s not “abigail.” “Samara.” But what kind of mother gets that wrong? They don’T. Naomi probably wanted us to pick up on it. Give us a reason to come back and continue the conversation. But if she wanted to talk to us, why not say so? Because maybe she couldn’T. Only one way to find out. I did as you instructed. I lied about hayden, made them work for it. Now they’ll stop asking questions and our association is done. Isn’t it? Ryan’s sleeping. What happened to you nephew? He left. Listen, he’s been under a lot of strain, and I-I do apologize for the way he spoke to you. It’s okay.

[ Chuckles ] You know, it was actually, uh — it was kind of refreshing being accused of something I didn’t do, for once.

[ Chuckles ] I should get these letters back to ryan’s room before he realizes they’re missing. That’s a good idea. Where’s the letter for spencer? It’s not here. He took it with him. It’s going to be a great night.

[ Laughs ] And your dad’s cool with it? Um…well, I don’t exactly have to ask my father’s permission to throw a party at my own house. So, you haven’t asked him yet? No, but I think it’s better for all involved if he’s out of town that night. Don’t you? Trust me, we’re gonna have a rager, and my father’s not gonna be a problem. Well, I should get to G.H. I start the nurse shadowing program today. Oh, awesome. Mm, good luck. Thanks. Uh, you have… you have a — what is it? What — is it food? Yeah. I get it? No. [ Laughs ] No? C-can you help me out here?

[ Laughter ] Are you saving it for later like wiley does?

[ Laughs ] Yeah, I don’t think that’s gonna earn me much respect with my leadership team. Probably not. I’ll see you guys. All right, bye. Bye!

[ Door closes ]

[ Clears throat ] What’s that look for? So, uh, here’s the thing — I don’t want to be all up in your business, but we do live in the same house, so it’s kind of hard to avoid. Okay. The, uh — the last time you and i discussed this, you and willow were in love, you were gonna be together, and willow was actually on her way to tell chase. Yeah, but, um… no, I-I-I get why you backed off — completely. But unless willow had a radical change of heart because chase had a brush with death and it made her realize that she’s actually in love with him — which, by the way, is not the vibe I’m getting from you or from her — then she’s, uh, staying married to chase because she feels like she has to support him. And you two are more in love than ever. Tell me I’m getting warm. I just wish michael and willow never existed. Wouldn’t that be nice? How about a lobotomy? That’s a terrific idea. That’ll totally take care of your problem with michael and willow. Rest of your life might take a hit. I just — I can’t stop thinking about it. I mean, when did it start? Who initiated it? But most of all… how the hell did I miss it? Chase, you missed it because you really love this woman. Not anymore. W-what happened? Last night, y-you were… all gung-ho to fight for your marriage, and now you just want to throw in the towel? What marriage? We’re two months in, and my wife is already having an affair — not to mention, the only reason she married me was because she thought I was gonna die. You don’t know that to be true. Of course I do. She was trying to spare me — to let me go in peace, or whatever. But surprise! Ha-ha! I’m still here. Now willow is in a marriage that she doesn’t want to be in. So I have to end it.


Look, I know you want to help, but this is not a situation that you can help with. Look, michael, just so we’re clear, I’m not blaming you or willow. Honestly, I’ve never seen three people more well-intentioned than you guys and chase. But, michael, chase is my friend. So I gotta tell you — letting someone build a life on something that you know is a l– a lie is, um… if that’s what’s happening, then it’s not cool. And, uh, sometimes… circumstances demand that you leave a situation that you know isn’t cool because there’s no other option. Has that ever happened to you? Yeah, actually it has. I woke up this morning wondering if there was any way to salvage my marriage. And? Then I saw michael and willow before I got here, and it was so obvious — so ridiculously in my face. What was? Who willow wants to be with. I’m gonna go to willow, and I’m gonna tell her it is over. And then I’ll be out of the picture, and michael and willow can finally live happily ever after. O-okay. Yeah. That is definitely one way to go. I took a big risk letting you and nikolas see those letters. I know. Harmony, I told him to bring it back, and — and he will. He got lucky smuggling it out. Do you think he’s gonna have the same luck on the return trip? Do you think the guards are gonna miss one measly letter? It’s not the guards I’m worried about. I thought you said you weren’t afraid of ryan. Yeah, well, I’ve never done anything that he might see as a betrayal before. Well, he’s locked in, right? In more ways than one. Well, nikolas doesn’t think that renders him harmless. Do you? Spencer, I have a confession to make. Okay. Well, you know, cam and joss are my friends, and when they told me all that stuff about you, I wanted to defend them. And you were here, you kind of passed out. So I-I kind of did this thing — oh, father. You startled me. Nerves? No, I just don’t like being snuck up on. I’d hardly call it “sneaking.” Father, you know trina. Of course. Trina, how are you? I’m good. And you, mr. Cassadine? You know better than that. Call me nikolas. I need to make a phone call. Everything okay? Yeah, uh, thanks for the advice. Like I said, any time. Catching some sun? Trying to. What do you got there? Ms. Dreyfus? Naomi? You think she left? I’m pretty sure that was her car in the lot. It’s open. Okay, I’m gonna apologize if she’s in here.

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Victoria: Everything looks a little different, doesn’t it?

Ashland: I’m not sure what you mean.

Victoria: My house. It now feels like our home, a place that we can build a future together, for however long that turns out to be.

Ashland: Proposing to you was the best thing I’ve ever done. My past is behind me, my divorce is final, and I want to walk into the future, whatever it holds, with you.

Victoria: I still can’t believe tara was arrested. But, um, I’ll support you and harrison however I can.

Nikki: Victoria, darling, are you here? I am sorry for dropping by before you’ve even had a chance to unpack your luggage, but i just wanted to make sure you had heard the news about tara.

Ashland: I got the message from my lawyer when I was flying back.

Nikki: Well, nicholas mentioned it to me. I haven’t seen it in the press yet. But I’m sure very soon the whole world will know that tara was arrested for misappropriation of funds.

Ashland: I thought I was past being surprised by my ex, but i suppose her selfishness knows no bounds, not to mention her sense of self-preservation. I don’t have a doubt that tara will land on her feet, but, uh, all I care about is harrison and what this is doing to him.

Victoria: He’ll be in good hands with jack and kyle.

Nikki: Oh, yes, he will be in as stable a situation as possible under the circumstances. But I don’t know how much he knows about his mother being handcuffed and led from the house by police.

Ashland: Wait, wait. Did he see that happen? I mean, ’cause if he did, I can only imagine how jarring and confusing it would have been. I-I have to go see him right now. Please excuse me, ladies. It’s nice to see you.

Nikki: Oh, you, too.

[ Sighs ] I feel for that little boy.

Victoria: We all do. But we will surround him with love, the abbotts, ashland, and me.

Phyllis: I saved kyle and jack. I saved them from their overly trusting ways. They bought into tara’s whole thing of, “let’s be friends, let’s be family, let’s love each other.”

[ Sighs ] I’m heroic.

Nick: So, cynicism and meddling are your superpowers?

Phyllis: Uh, and being right.

Nick: I got to admit it. You were dead on. I was concerned that you might cross a line and it might come back to bite you in your very attractive backside. But you pulled it off. And I’m glad I was able to help you get to the truth.

Phyllis: You were incredible, too. We’re an unstoppable team when it comes to summer. I wonder what’s next for her.

Nick: You’re wondering what’s going on in milan.

Phyllis: Yeah. I mean, I know that when kyle tells her about everything that happened, she’s gonna want to come home, where she belongs.

Nick: [ Sighs ]

Sally: Hey, tara. I was just following up on our conversation yesterday. I hope everything is alright with you. Please call me back whenever you can.

Lauren: I don’t know. I don’t think she’s gonna be available.

Sally: Well, does she have a meeting with fenmore’s marketing team or something?

Lauren: Tara spent last night behind bars.

Victor: Thank you for coming, amanda. Please have a seat.

Amanda: Thank you.

Victor: So, I was curious about an update on your situation with sutton. And how are you doing?

Amanda: The case against my mother is finally closed, and the D.A. Will be once again pursuing the conspiracy-to-commit-murder charges against them. So I have to thank you again for what you did. You practically got sutton to confess to killing my father, and I never would have been able to do that.

Victor: I’m glad you got the answers you were looking for. But I do have a feeling that you don’t yet have a sense of closure, do you?

Jack: I’m glad you’re back in town.

Ashland: Me too. I head to the east coast for a few days, and all hell breaks loose. I need to see my son, as I heard tara was dragged out of here by the cops.

Jack: Harrison is with his aunt traci at the children’s museum. They should be back right after lunch. And for the record, he doesn’t know anything about his mom.

Ashland: Well, I appreciate you protecting my son. But why was tara planning on taking him out of town in the first place?

Jack: A lot went on with tara that you didn’t know about before the arrest.

Ashland: Well, what else has she done?

Jack: She blackmailed summer, threatened to run away with harrison if summer didn’t leave town.

Ashland: Let me guess. Tara wanted to get the competition out of the way so she could land kyle. Since she’s no longer a locke, she set her sights on becoming an abbott.

Jack: Apparently.

Ashland: Yeah. Well, I tried to warn you from the beginning that the saintly airs that tara likes to put on were a pretense.

Jack: If I may say so, your handling this a lot better than I expected.

Ashland: Well, it’s not a shock because the moment I found out that tara lied about harrison’s paternity, I realized what she was capable of.

Jack: And you’re sure there’s nothing more to it? (Cat 1) friskies world!

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Amanda: It meant the world to me to learn that my father knew that I existed and wanted to find me, but it was gut-wrenching to discover my grandfather’s involvement in all of this.

[ Sighs ] I just — I feel like I just found my family, and I am losing them all over again.

Victor: But you still have your mother and your sister.

[ Cellphone pings ]

Amanda: Excuse me. Huh. Speak of the devil. There’s naya now.

Victor: Mm.

Amanda: She wants to meet with me. I am not gonna go. I don’t even know what it would accomplish at this point.

Victor: Perhaps she wants to reach out and apologize.

Amanda: Yeah, and I do sympathize with the position that she’s in. I just don’t want to go another round of her pleading for forgiveness on sutton’s behalf. And I’m not saying that it got hostile. I just… it hurts me to see how misguided she is when it comes to him.

Victor: I understand your reluctance to reach out again, you know? You’ve been on a very, very difficult path. But you have only one mother. Why don’t you give her another chance?

Victoria: I still can’t believe that tara was arrested.

Nikki: Ah, I didn’t see that coming, either.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] She is a real piece of work.

Nikki: Are you worried that that might impact ashland’s divorce?

Victoria: It won’T. The divorce was already finalized in new york.

Nikki: Oh! Well, you must be pleased about that.

Victoria: Well, there’s no reason to be polite about it anymore. I’m thrilled for ashland’s sake. Tara — her betrayal cut him very deeply, and I’m glad that he can move on from this chapter in his life.

Nikki: So that he can start his next chapter with you?

Victoria: It caught us both off guard, but this connection that we feel — it just keeps getting stronger and stronger every day. I mean [Sighs] He’s an amazing man. And the way that he’s fighting this disease, he’s doing it with such grace and showing such strength when he went to new york to wrap up his life there. I have not felt this loved and respected in a long time.

Nikki: I can see that. The joy is positively radiating off you.

Victoria: Well, sometimes love does wonders for a person.

Nikki: Am I missing something?

Victoria: Like what?

Nikki: Did something else happen on your trip with ashland?

Ashland: What are you implying, jack? That I’m not shocked about what happened with tara because i knew she was making a move against summer?

Jack: Did you know?

Ashland: Well, I can see how you could come up to that conclusion, but I assure you there’s no conspiracy here. My only involvement, if you can call it that, was with the woman that you are seeing — sally spectra.

Jack: Wait, what went on between you and sally?

Ashland: She asked if I could make a connection between summer and angelina marchetti. So I reached out to eric forrester, and, uh, sally took it from there. And that’s it. Uh, I have no idea if sally and tara were working together, but it certainly seems as if they had a common goal.

Jack: Yeah, I wish I’d known about this a long time ago.

Ashland: You know, jack, I’m not one to — to look back on things with regret. I only want to look forward, and my priority right now is harrison.

Jack: Good. Good. Yeah, we all want what’s best for the boy.

Ashland: I certainly appreciate your family making sure that harrison is happy and busy, but I miss him, and with his mother gone, my guess is he’s missing me, too. So, uh, I’d like to stop by so we can discuss some arrangements going forward.

Jack: That may have to wait for a few days. With the news out about tara, kyle is in milan right now trying to talk summer into coming home.

Ashland: Mm. Well, I wish him luck with that. We all deserve a little happiness after everything that’s happened.

Jack: When you say “arrangements,” what exactly do you mean by that?

Ashland: Well, the first thing I’m going to do is file a motion with the court to restrict tara from seeing harrison.

Jack: And what about kyle?

Sally: Well, why would someone like tara, who has everything, be skimming funds from her own company?

Lauren: For some people, everything isn’t enough.

Sally: Well, I suppose you’re lucky that all this came out before you got in too deep with her.

Lauren: Yes. Very. Unfortunately, I got in too deep with you.

Sally: What? Wait. Okay, hold —

Lauren: You not only betrayed summer. You betrayed me and my trust even after I gave you a second chance.

Sally: Okay, please don’t tell me that you’re buying into phyllis’s crazy notion that tara and I are somehow in cahoots.

Lauren: It’s not a crazy notion. It’s the truth. And I know that now.

Sally: [ Sighs ]

Ashland: You know, when it comes to kyle, uh, I’m not rushing to judgment. I want to take the time to look at all the angles and then agree upon the best visitation arrangement for harrison going forward.

Jack: I don’t want to sound insensitive, but…from what i understand, you don’t have much time.

Ashland: Well, I’m happy to say that I may have more time than I expected. I’m about to start treatment for my illness.

Jack: Well, I’m glad to hear that. I am. It doesn’t change what I’m concerned about — uncertainty in harrison’s life. Where’s he gonna live? Who’s gonna look after him? These are things that need to be decided by all the parties concerned — you, tara, and kyle.

Ashland: Your point is well taken. I will wait until kyle returns from milan to, uh, discuss any custody arrangements, and by that time, hopefully we’ll have a better understanding of tara’s legal situation.

Jack: Thank you. I appreciate that.

Ashland: You know, I just want you to know that I realize it’s not just our lives that have been affected by all this. Yours has been upended, as well, in a mess that you had no part in making. And I truly appreciate and am impressed by how you have stepped up as a grandfather, as a father, and as a man.

Jack: Family is everything to me.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

[ Cellphones chime ]

Phyllis: Ah, it’s summer.

Nick: She wants to have a video call with us and jack because they have news?

Phyllis: That could only mean one thing — she and kyle reunited and they want to pick up where they left off.

Nick: We don’t know that for sure. Let’s just wait and see what they have to say.

Phyllis: Okay, let’s wait and see for them to tell us what we already know.

[ Chuckles ]

Victoria: Ashland and I had a fantastic time in new york. So, if I have a glow about me, i guess that comes from traveling with someone that you love. You look very radiant yourself after your trip to england and italy with dad.

Nikki: Oh, nice try, but i see what you’re doing. Darling, if you aren’t ready to share anything from your personal life, it’s perfectly alright.

Victoria: There is something that I would like to talk to you and dad about, but I was hoping that ashland and I could sit down with both of you. Are you free later?

Nikki: Shall we say the ranch in about an hour?

Victoria: Are you sure you don’t need to run that by dad?

Nikki: We’ll be there. Count on it. In this family, everyone does their own laundry,

Amanda: I was surprised to get your text after our last conversation.

Naya: I’m sure you were.

Amanda: If you’re here to talk me out of filing this civil suit against sutton, you —

Naya: I’m not. I’ve had a lot of time to think, and I’ve come to a conclusion.

Amanda: Okay. I’m listening.

Naya: It might sound strange, but I’ve realized that giving you and hilary up was the best thing I ever did.

Amanda: [ Scoffs ]

Victoria: Tara forced summer to leave town by threatening to run away with harrison? That is so despicable.

Ashland: And now she’s experiencing the consequences.

Victoria: Well, I’m sorry that you weren’t able to see your son right away, but it’s a good thing that jack and kyle were able to shield him from the ugly truth about his mother.

Ashland: Well, I did get an update on tara while I was on my way back here. Given that her crimes involved companies and accounts that are based in new york, she’s being transferred back to manhattan for arraignment. She’s hired a lawyer who’s an old friend that we know in the city who’s agreed to take on her case. And because it’s a white-collar financial crime and her lawyer is top-notch, most likely she’ll make bail, but she won’t be able to leave new york.

Victoria: So she probably won’t be able to see harrison for the foreseeable future.

Ashland: Which is probably for the best. I’m gonna file papers with the courts to ensure that that’s the case, but I do worry what her absence will do to my little boy. I mean, he adores his mother. And we just have to figure out how to make this okay for him.

Victoria: We will. I’m really in admiration of the way that you’re willing to work with kyle. I know it’s not easy.

Ashland: Mm.

Victoria: But you’re doing the right thing, putting harrison first. Did jack say how long kyle will be in milan?

Ashland: Well, just long enough to convince summer thatY. The sooner, the better.

Phyllis: Summer and kyle have to be calling with good news. I mean, that’s the only reason they’d want us all together, right?

Nick: No matter what, it’ll be good to see their faces and hear what’s going on directly from them.

Jack: Hey! Together and smiling — that’s a good sign.

Summer: Hi, everybody!

Phyllis: Oh, my goodness. How are you guys doing?

Summer: Uh, we are great.

Kyle: All is good in our world.

Jack: That is wonderful to hear.

Phyllis: So, are you still mad at me for overstepping?

Summer: I have forgiven you, but, you know, mom, boundaries are actually a good thing.

Phyllis: Eh, usually.

Nick: Let’s just let them talk, okay?

Phyllis: Okay. So? What’s your big news?

Summer: Um, okay, well, we have spent all day and night talking, and, um, we’ve gotten everything out in the open.

Kyle: And we’ve figured out where we want to go from here.

Summer: We want to stay in milan. Truthfully, it’s frustrating to see how fast dust reappears.

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Summer: Look, the thing is, i love my job more than I thought I would. And, um, being the creative director for angelina marchetti’s fashion house is a dream come true in more ways than I expected, and i just — I don’t — I don’t want to give that up.

Nick: I tried to tell your mother that even if the plot to get you out of here was exposed, you may not want to come home.

Phyllis: So, wait a second. Is this final? Or are you two maybe just, you know, riding a wave of happiness?

Summer: No, this is — this is definitely what we want.

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Summer: You know, regardless of how the job offer came about, it is perfect for me. And, you know, um, italy isn’t a bad place to call home.

Kyle: I think I can do my part running jabot from here. I hope you agree, dad, and can understand why I need to be with summer. She’s already sacrificed so much for me.

Jack: Well, I get your wanting to be with summer. Uh, yeah, we can work out all the businesses stuff. What about harrison?

Kyle: He’s been on my mind every second since I’ve gotten here.

Jack: Ashland just agreed to table any discussion of visitation until you’re back from italy.

Kyle: I’ll reach out to him. But summer and I were thinking maybe he’d let harrison come stay with us.

Victor: For a visit? Or you mean permanently?

Kyle: We’re hoping permanently. Look, I know it’s a lot to ask for. With tara caught up with her legal troubles and ashland dealing with his illness, coming to live with his dad in italy might be the best thing for harrison. And he’d have two people that care about him. Look, dad, I believe that ashland can see how much I love my son and how close we’ve grown. I will talk to him and hope for the best.

Jack: It’s worth a shot.

Nick: Kyle, I got to say, I’m impressed that you’re willing to go over there and allow summer to continue to thrive at this job. You know, maybe against all odds, maybe this time is finally the right time for you.

Summer: Well, we have no doubt about that.

Kyle: Yeah. You don’t have to worry about us. I promise. Well, we would love to keep talking to you all night, but we’ve got to go. We have a very special celebration planned.

Jack: Well, enjoy. You deserve it.

Kyle: Thanks, really, for all of your support.

Jack: Hey, that’s what parents do.

Nick: We just want you to be happy.

Summer: Okay, well, um… we’ll talk to you guys later.

Summer: Bye.

Jack: Bye.

Nick: Bye. Yeah. I, uh — I think I was more prepared for this outcome than you two.

Jack: Yeah, I wanted to keep things positive, but I got to say, this has thrown me for a loop. Never in all this did I imagine that my son and possibly my grandson would not be living in genoa city.

Nick: Look, I know, as thrilled as you are to see summer smile like that again, you’re disappointed. I am, too. I wanted them both to come home.

Phyllis: [ Voice breaking ] I’m just gonna miss her. That’s it. Um…that’s all.

Nick: I know.

Phyllis: I have to get some air.

Jack: Yeah, I could use some air, too. You mind if I join you?

Phyllis: Sure.

Victoria: You know, it’s just so odd. All the scheming that tara did, and the thing that brought her down was embezzlement from her own company.

Ashland: There is some poetic justice in it. In any case, she’s going to pay the price for what she’s done.

Victoria: I know you think she’ll lose custody, but it is possible that the judge will show her some leniency.

Ashland: Maybe. But I’m ready and willing to fight for my son.

[ Chuckles ] Do you remember when we were in our perfect little bubble last night?

Victoria: Mm.

Ashland: It was wonderful while it lasted.

Victoria: Yes, it was. Well, we can create that bubble again — but not now because we have a plan.

Ashland: Ah, yes, you’ve extended the invitation.

Victoria: I did, and my parents accepted.

Ashland: Ah, wow.

Victoria: You know, I wanted to push it off a little bit, but my mom was just chalked full of questions about our trip to new york.

Ashland: Yeah.

Victoria: She has a sixth sense when it comes to things like that.

Ashland: I know we discussed holding off on sharing the news with others, but I understand how important it is for you to tell your folks.

Victoria: Well, I have discovered over the years that paving the way with my father is usually best when it comes to major life decisions like an engagement.

Ashland: You have any idea how you think it’ll go down?

Victoria: I think it will go over well, given that my dad likes you better than the other men that I’ve married. But I guess we’ll find out soon.

Victor: Well, kindly e-mail me the contracts. I’ll look them over and get back to you, alright? Yep. Thank you.

Nikki: Hi, darling. Busy day?

Victor: Hello, sweetheart. Yes. Making a few calls from home, and then I am off to the office.

Nikki: Well, I’m glad i caught you because victoria and ashland are coming by to meet with us.

Victor: Why would she want to see us?

Nikki: I have a couple of theories, but I think it’s best if we just wait and see.

Victor: Well, now I’m intrigued.

Sally: Lauren, please just hear me out.

Lauren: I feel like i’ve been listening to you for hours.

Sally: That’s not fair.

Lauren: You don’t know when to stop!

Sally: I don’t know what you think you know, but I would really like to clear up this misunderstanding.

Lauren: There is no misunderstanding. I know exactly what happened with summer, and I have proof.

Sally: What proof could you possibly have?

Phyllis: Hey, is she still denying it?

Lauren: She is.

Sally: Please don’t listen to phyllis’s nonsense.

Phyllis: Should we tell her what we heard?

Lauren: I think so.

Phyllis: Okay, let’s do that. Uh, tara admitted that the two of you worked together to force my daughter out of town!

Sally: You “heard” that. From who?

Jack: From me.

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Amanda: Abandoning me and my sister was the best thing that you ever did? What do you want me to say to that? “Congratulations”?

Naya: I didn’t mean it as an insult.

Amanda: [ Scoffs ] Well…

Naya: I’m in awe of you. You’re remarkable. You’re intelligent and strong. You stand up for yourself and what you believe in. And from everything I’ve heard, hilary — she was very much the same. When I think back on… the college girl I was when i gave you up — insecure, lost, under my father’s thumb — I don’t think I could have raised you girls to be the amazing women you grew up to be.

Amanda: Well, I don’t think that that’s true. What about imani?

Naya: She has a great father who partially shielded her from my dad. That wasn’t my doing. If I am being brutally honest… I have to admit that all those years ago, even if I defied sutton, married richard, kept you and hilary, eventually i would have run back home and begged him to take me back into the fold. And he would have taken me back. Eventually, he would have accepted you girls. And then you would have grown up under his domineering thumb, like the rest of us.

Amanda: I don’t think you’re giving yourself enough credit.

Naya: Because I don’t deserve any. That’s who I was. It took you, my courageous child, fighting sutton, fighting the system, fighting me, to save me from myself. I wish I was more like my daughters.

[ Voice breaking ] But I’m not.

Jack: Tara told us you came to her with a plan that would benefit both of you.

Sally: Yeah, she probably did that to make herself look better. She didn’t want to admit what she did, and she knew that I was an easy scapegoat.

Lauren: I spoke to eric forrester myself directly, and he confirmed exactly what phyllis told me — that you asked him to recommend your friend summer for the job in milan.

Sally: Okay, we’ve already been over this. I never denied talking to eric.

Jack: But you did conveniently forget to mention that you went to ashland locke, went to him to intervene with eric for this job at marchetti. Ashland told me this earlier today.

Phyllis: This is absolutely unbelievable. You got ashland in on this? So you had both of the lockes doing your bidding for you?

Jack: Everything tara did to get summer out of town was with your help.

Sally: That’s not true.

Jack: Stop trying to deny this. Just stop, okay? When tara forced my daughter out of town, you made sure she had a nice, cushy job to go to, didn’t you? And then you slid into the job at jcv. My daughter lost everything. She lost the love of her life. She lost everything. But you got exactly what you wanted, didn’t you, sally?

Lauren: Well, not for long. It’s over, sally. You’re fired.

Ashland: Before we go, I have something for you.

Victoria: You’ve already given me so much the last few days. Ashland.

Ashland: I thought about going with the usual diamond, but I saw this sapphire, and it reminded me of the brilliance of your eyes.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] It’s — it’s stunning.

Ashland: You don’t have to wear it in public until you’re ready, but I just wanted you to have it. Things just happened so spontaneously in new york that, uh, I didn’t give you all the bells and whistles.

Victoria: The way everything happened was perfect.

Ashland: But why don’t you let me just take one more stab at it?

[ Exhales heavily ] Victoria newman, will you marry me?

Victoria: Ashland locke, I would be honored.

Ashland: [ Sighs ]

Victoria: [ Chuckles ]

Ashland: Ooh.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] I brought in ensure max protein,

Sally: Don’t do this, lauren. I am good at my job, and you know it, or you wouldn’t have made it permanent.

Lauren: So, you just want me to forget about the abhorrent behavior and personal failings? That’s impossible. I took you under my wing. I gave you so many opportunities, and I was excited to be your mentor. I’m done. I can never trust you again.

Sally: Please don’t look at me like that.

Jack: Oh, you don’t have to worry. I’m gone.

Lauren: So am I.

Phyllis: But I’m still here.

Sally: You’re gonna regret this.

Phyllis: You are in no position to issue threats. The best thing you could do is go away.

Naya: I want to be in your life more than anything.

Amanda: [ Cries ]

Naya: [ Voice breaking ] But how can I even ask that… when, at every turn, I’ve been so much less of a mother than you deserve?

Amanda: You don’t have to ask…because who you were, what you did back then — that’s all in the past. What matters right now is that the woman sitting in front of me is my mom.

Summer: Mom?

Phyllis: Hey, supergirl!

[ Laughs ] Too soon?

Summer: Are you okay?

Phyllis: I’m fabulous. Guess what. Lauren fired sally. I mean, it was blistering, it was crazy, but she did it. So it’s all good now. You can come home.

Summer: Oh. Gosh, I knew you were being too quiet on the phone earlier.

Phyllis: Well, because I was listening to you this time, and I was absorbing what you were saying. So, sally’s gone, and, uh, she’s not coming back. I mean, she left L.A. She’ll leave genoa city, too. So, I know milan’s amazing and gorgeous and the love your life is there and blah, blah, blah, but you need to come home.

Summer: And I will come home, to visit at least. Mnh…

Phyllis: Summer… I did this for you! I went after sally for you! I knew she was behind this, and I uncovered what she was doing for you! And I got hammered by everyone. By jack and by lauren and by your dad. And — and they thought I was going too far, but I knew i wasn’t, and I kept on going for you!

[ Gasps ]

Summer: Oh, mom…

Phyllis: So you need to come home, okay? Don’t look at me with pity in your eyes, please.

Summer: No, no. Mom, mom, it is not pity. It is so much love and gratitude. I mean, you’ve already protected me, sometimes, yes, a little too much, um… I’ve never felt alone out there ’cause you’ve always had my back.

Phyllis: I always have your back. I’ll always have your back.

Summer: You told me to go after what I want…and to fight for what I want.

Phyllis: Yeah, exactly.

Summer: And what I really want is to be here, this job, kyle, and to hopefully have harrison here, too. Mom, I know what you did for me and I love you so much for it and I’m so grateful. I love that you’ve always given me my freedom and never held me back. And you’re doing it again right now by understanding that what i need to do is, um — is to stay here.

Phyllis: [ Crying ] I don’t understand. I don’t understand.

Summer: Mom, you are the bravest person that I know. And you made me brave. And, um…we’re gonna be okay.

Phyllis: [ Sighs ] Summer…

Summer: I promise.

Phyllis: Alright, you’re right.

Summer: I love you, mom.

Phyllis: I love you, too, supergirl.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Sighs ]

Ashland: Hello, nikki.

Victoria: Hi, mom.

Ashland: Victor, nice to see you.

Victor: Well, ashland, you look well.

Ashland: And you, sir.

Victor: Well, nikki tells me that your ex-wife, tara, was arrested. That must weigh heavily on you.

Ashland: It wasn’t the best news to come home to.

Victor: I bet you that complicates the divorce proceedings.

Ashland: Well, the divorce is already final, but it does make arrangements for custody a little bit more difficult. And then there’s the kyle abbott role to consider.

Victor: Well, now, that must be a difficult situation all around.

Ashland: I’m confident that things will go the way I hope.

Nikki: Well, victor and I are very curious to find out why you two wanted to meet with us.

Ashland: I’m just gonna cut to the chase. Victoria and I have an announcement to make.

Victoria: We’re engaged.

Nikki: My goodness. Well, your relationship has grown very quickly.

Victoria: Well, we love each other, and we just — we don’t want to waste any time. Dad? How do you feel about this?

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Lucas: Do you have a confession to make? What’d you do now?

Philip: Yesterday, when you put that letter from kristen to ej in the wastebasket, I took it out.

Lucas: You did what? Why?

Philip: Because you’re too good a guy to use that letter to your advantage. I, on the other hand, am not that good a guy, so I took care of it for you.

Lucas: What do you mean you “took care of it” for me, philip? What the hell did you do?

Philip: I gave it to nicole.

Lucas: Nicole has the letter now?

Philip: Mm-hmm, and seeing as how sami made sure eric found out about nicole sleeping with xander, I’m pretty sure she probably wanted to return the favor.

Sami: So you ordered the champagne. What’s the occasion?

Ej: Oh, I thought we’d toast my new position at dimera enterprises.

Sami: What a good idea. I love this. I have so much to toast, my incredibly smart, handsome, wonderful, and extremely successful husband. I am the luckiest woman in the world, and I can’t think of a time you and I have ever been happier together than we are right now.

Ej: To samantha, who is not only beautiful, strong, and incredibly smart. She’s also a lying adulteress.

Nicole: Well, sami, you did it. You destroyed my marriage. Now let’s see how you like it.

[Knock at door]

Rafe: Hi.

Nicole: Rafe.

Rafe: Well, I went by basic black, and they said you were here.

Nicole: Yeah. I took the day off.

Rafe: Oh, spending some quality time with duke, are you?

Nicole: Something like that.

Rafe: Yeah.

Nicole: Come in.

Rafe: Something’s wrong.

Nicole: You could say that. My marriage. It seems to be over.

[“Here comes the bride playing]

 

Claire: Surprise.

Theo: What–what the hell is going on here?

Ciara: Driver, you just missed the turn. Hello? This isn’t the way to the church. Excuse me.

Ben: That’s because we aren’t going to the church.

Ciara: Ben?

Ben: Happy anniversary, ciara.

Ciara: What are you trying to pull here, you psychopath? Ben, you have to take me back to the church right now. I am getting married today.

Ben: And I hate to be the one to tell you this, really. But your wedding is off.

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

[Soft orchestration]

 

Theo: What kind of crazy stunt is this? I mean, what are you getting out of this?

Claire: Nothing. I’m giving ben and ciara a chance to be alone together.

Ciara: Everyone is at the church, ben. They’re all waiting for me.

Ben: Not anymore.

Ciara: You think they’re just gonna not notice when the bride doesn’t show up?

Ben: The bride will be there.

Ciara: What are you talking about?

Ben: Don’t worry about it. You’re in the back of a limo in a beautiful part of the country. You just sit back, relax,and enjoy the ride.

Rafe: I’m so sorry.

Nicole: Me too.

Rafe: So are you sure? I mean, look, I know that eric’s been gone a long time.

Nicole: Well, he came home yesterday.

Rafe: Oh.

Nicole: He came home, and we were so happy that we decided to throw a spur-of-the-moment anniversary party.

Rafe: Mm-hmm.

Nicole: And that’s where he found out, at the party, that I–I cheated on him.

Rafe: Oh. Okay, that really does not sound like you.

Nicole: I tried calling you that night, but I got your voicemail, and I didn’t leave a message. It was right after eric told me that he was gonna spend three more months in africa.

Rafe: Wait, I… I saw you the next morning outside the salem inn.

Nicole: And I told you that I got a room there to sleep it off. But I lied, and I spent the night with another man.

Lucas: When did you give nicole the letter?

Philip: About an hour ago.

Lucas: An hour ago you gave it to her? Maybe I can still stop her from giving it to ej. Philip, get out of my way.

Philip: Now, listen to me. You wanted sami and ej to be over. You said to me that he’s all wrong for her and that she should be with you.

Lucas: Who cares what I said?

Philip: I do, and now there’s a good chance that everything’s gonna play out exactly like it’s supposed to. And the best part of it is, nicole’s gonna be the bad guy.

Lucas: No, man. You. You’re the bad guy.

Philip: Just listen to me for a minute. Sami’s gonna need someone to pick up the pieces when ej dumps her. And I predict that someone’s gonna be you.

Sami: Ej, for a second there, it sounded like you called me an adulteress.

Ej: You heard me correctly. I know you cheated on me.

Sami: You can’t know that. I never, ever–

Ej: Oh, please give up the phony indignation. I know you slept with lucas.

Sami: Where is this coming from?

Ej: Does it matter? It’s the truth.

Sami: It’s nicole, isn’t it? She’s behind this.

Ej: And there’s a reason why she said let she who is without sin…

Sami: Okay, listen.

Ej: Cast the first stone.

Sami: You cannot believe a word that nicole says, ej. I mean, she hates me. She’s trying to get revenge against me for what happened last night. She blew up her own marriage, and now she’s trying to destroy mine. I mean, you can’t fall for that. Can’t you see? I mean, you know what a liar she is.

Ej: You see, the question is, can I believe you? It’s a matter of trust.

Sami: How can you not trust me? I rescued you from near death. I fought for you to get the best treatment in the world. We have been through so much. I mean, we survived the darkest, roughest time in our marriage. We got through it.

Ej: You brought me back. You made me whole again, and instead of gratitude, you got coldness from me. I failed you, and I’ve acknowledged that. It forced me to be brutally honest with myself and you. I believed we recommitted to one another.

Sami: Because we did.

Ej: Then honor that commitment and be honest with me now. What happened before I came back?

Sami: I slept with lucas.

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Ej: So it’s true.

Sami: Will you please give me a chance to explain?

Ej: I told you what it meant to me that you didn’t turn to another man while I was shutting you out. You let me go on thinking that.

Sami: Because sleeping with lucas didn’t mean any–

Ej: It means a great deal to me.

Sami: Okay. I’m sorry, okay? We were in the dungeon. I thought kristen was gonna kill us. She sent xander to kill us. That’s why I had to call you for the wire transfer.

Ej: What’s that got to do with having sex?

Sami: I thought I was gonna die. I didn’t think I was ever gonna see you again or my kids, and I was upset. I was sort of freaking out, and…and lucas comforted me, and it just happened. I didn’t mean for it to happen, okay? I didn’t mean for it to happen, and the second it was over, I knew it was the biggest mistake of my life.

Ej: So you’re saying it was just the one time and you were in extremis?

Sami: If “in extremis” means that I was in fear for my life, yes.

Lucas: What are we doing?

Sami: I don’t know. It only happened once. Ej, I know it’s bad, okay? I know, but we can get past this. It’ll take time. I understand that. But you are the only man for me. I love you. You are the love of my life, and I will spend the rest of my life working to make you happy and make us happy, and I think we can get past it. Don’t you think we can get past this?

Ej: We could have if you’d told me the truth just now.

Sami: I am telling you the truth.

Ej: Not according to a letter I received.

Sami: Letter? A letter. From who?

Ej: Kristen.

Lucas: Damn it, man. I knew it. I should have never pulled that letter out of the fireplace. This is gonna destroy sami. It’s not gonna help me, and I know her. She’s gonna be devastated at first, and then she’s gonna get mad.

Philip: But not at you. This isn’t your fault.

Lucas: It is my fault. What are you talking about? Sami put the letter in the fireplace. I took it out. If it wasn’t for me, that letter would be in ashes right now. Now, get out of my way, so I can make sure nicole still has the letter.

Philip: I was only trying to help.

Lucas: Do me a favor, okay? Do me a favor. Don’t do me any more favors.

Ciara: I’m should just open the door and jump out by myself.

Ben: You can’T. You see, I control the locks from up here. But how about a little music? Maybe a little smooth jazz or a little rock and roll?

Ciara: Oh, I cannot believe that I married you, ben. I can’t believe that I spent more than one hour in the same room as you. I am not going to entertain your gross romantic fantasies any further. I’m gonna find my way out of here, and I’m gonna find my way back to theo. Where’s my phone? Where is my phone? Are you kidding me? Ugh.

Theo: Where is ben taking her?

Claire: I can’t tell you that.

Shawn: Claire, this is serious. Ben cannot take ciara against her will.

Claire: She doesn’t know what she really wants.

Theo: I’m calling her.

[Line trilling] You’re in on this too?

Allie: Please don’t freak out, okay? Nothing bad is going to happen to ciara.

Abe: Look, we are going to find her. I promise you.

Allie: Theo, we’re thinking about you too. I mean, if you marry ciara, you’re always gonna be scared that she’s gonna remember ben. And what kind of life is that?

Theo: It’s my life. My choice, not yours.

Belle: Okay, we can’t let this go on. We have to do something.

Lani: You’re absolutely right. You two are aiding and abetting a kidnapping, so tell us where ben and ciara are right now or I will place you both under arrest. (Vo) I am living with cll

Claire: Dad?

Belle: Honey, ben broke the law, and you and allie helped him do it.

Shawn: You are ciara’s brother. Don’t you want her to be happy?

Theo: She is happy with me.

Allie: I’m sorry, theo. If we thought that she was happier with you, then we would never have done this.

Theo: You think she’s happy now stuck god knows where with a guy she’s afraid of? I mean, how many times do I have to tell you guys she wants nothing to do with him.

Claire: She will after ben gets done with her.

Theo: After ben gets done with her. What does that mean?

Ciara: What are we doing here, ben? Where are we?

Ben: This is where I took you after your motorcycle accident. It look familiar?

Ciara: So this is the same cabin where claire tried to set me on fire, right?

Ben: And I will never forgive myself for not being here when she did that.

Ciara: Ben, when I woke up this entire cabin was covered in flames. If my mom hadn’t found me, I would be dead by now. How–how could you bring me here? Why?

Ben: Because I felt like I had to. I had been coming up here by myself, and I wanted you to see it.

Ciara: Well, it looks like someone fixed it up.

Ben: Somebody did. I did that.

Ciara: And why? Why would you do all that work?

Ben: Because after you sent me those divorce papers, I didn’t know what to do with myself, so I took off on your motorcycle. I came up here. I burned your divorce papers right here. Then I started fixing the place up.

Ciara: Why?

Ben: Well, for one thing, it kept me pretty damn busy. But more importantly, I didn’t want it to look the way it did when you were so scared. I wanted it to look the way it did when you and I fell in love.

Rafe: Nicole, hey. I would never judge you. You know that, right? And believe me, I know what it is like to have a one-night stand that you regret.

Nicole: Oh, I regret it all right. And if I told you who the guy was you would totally understand why.

Rafe: Well, listen. You know you can tell me anything, right?

[Knock at door]

Nicole: Hang on.

Rafe: Yeah.

Lucas: Thank god you’re home. I need to talk to you.

Nicole: Not right now, lucas. Rafe is here.

Lucas: This is urgent. It’s so urgent, please. Can I just talk to you alone for a second?

Nicole: Can you just give me a minute? I’ll be right back.

Lucas: You have to give me kristen’s letter. I know philip gave it to you hoping you’re gonna show ej, but you can’t do that. And I know you’re furious with sami. You have every right to be, but you can’t show ej that letter.

Nicole: It’s too late.

Lucas: What do you mean? What?

Nicole: I already gave it to him.

Sami: What’s that?

Ej: Surely you remember me speaking to kristen. You took the phone out of my hand and hung it up.

Sami: Well, I didn’t want you associating with a fugitive. You could get in trouble.

Ej: Remember me saying that she said she’d send me a letter?

Sami: And you didn’t get it.

Ej: Actually, I did.

Sami: It’s not possible.

Ej: As you can see, it’s a little charred around the edges as if someone tried to burn it and failed.

Sami: I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Ej: I’ll read you some of it. “I found out what sami had done while I was staying with john and marlena. I don’t know if you’ve heard, but I was masquerading as your dear mother, so I could be close to brady. I was up early one morning, and I heard sami sneaking a man out of the house. I’m sorry to tell you this, but I also heard them talk about having had sex the night before. I confronted sami, and she finally admitted that she cheated on you with none other than lucas horton.” So it wasn’t just one desperate moment when you and lucas were being held prisoner. It also happened in the safety of your mother’s guest room and probably elsewhere.

Sami: No.

Ej: I took…

Sami: It’s not true.

Ej: Responsibility for treating you badly. I bared my soul to you! And yet you just stood there, looked me in the eye, and lied through your teeth.

Sami: You’re gonna believe kristen? She’s nuttier than a fruitcake. She went around town pretending to be your mother.

Ej: So kristen and nicole are both lying, and you’re telling the truth?

Sami: Yes.

Ej: You’re lying right now, and you’ve had multiple opportunities to tell the truth to me. Good god. The day that I arrived here you stood silent, while lucas lectured me on my failures as a husband.

Sami: I was speechless.

Ej: I told you…

Sami: I couldn’t even believe that you were back in town.

Ej: That I would wait for you to be ready to make love. You thanked me without mentioning that lucas horton was satisfying your needs.

Sami: Oh, that is–

Ej: And then, last night, when I asked you why nicole said, “let she who is without sin,” you made up this beautiful little speech about our reconnecting with each other. You said you owed it to me to be honest, and you lied! And before we made love, you told me the greatest lie of all, that your body and your soul and your heart belong to me and me alone.

Sami: That isn’t a lie. That is the truth.

Ej: I’m giving you one more chance. Tell me all of it.

Sami: Okay. Yes. It happened in my mother’s house the first time. And then it happened in the dungeon, just like I said it did in the second time. And that’s it. That’s the only times it ever happened. It is never going to happen again.

Ej: So why did it happen in the first place?

Sami: I was at my mother’s house, and it was the day that I was cleared for the charlie dale murder. And lucas came by to thank me for everything I had done for allie. And he was just coming to say goodbye, because he assumed I was coming home to you to italy. And then everything I had been holding inside of me, it just sort of started pouring out. I told him everything I had been feeling and dealing with, and I admitted that I didn’t even know if I had a marriage to go back to. And then I didn’t want to admit it to you. I didn’t want to admit it to me, and then I said how hard it’s been and how lonely I feel, how alone I feel, even when we’re in the same room together. And I told him that I was afraid you were never gonna touch me again.

Ej: I can’t believe it. You’re saying that this is my fault?

Lucas: Do you know if ej read the letter?

Nicole: He did. He read it right in front of me.

Lucas: How long ago?

Nicole: About an hour.

Lucas: Thanks a lot, nicole. Thank you. Now he’s gonna kill her. Great job.

Nicole: Well, and they’ll get back together. That’s their dance, lucas. How long have we all been standing on the sidelines watching?

Lucas: You’re wrong. I gotta go.

Nicole: Why are you staring at me like that?

Rafe: So it was lucas.

Nicole: What?

Rafe: What do you mean, “what?” The guy you slept with. It was lucas.

Nicole: No, no.

Rafe: Nicole, you can be honest with me.

Nicole: I’m not lying. If it had to have happened, I wish it would have been with someone like lucas. It was xander. Xander is the man I crawled into bed with that night.

Abe: Ciara has been held prisoner all this time, and you two have arranged for her to be held prisoner again.

Claire: No it is not the same.

Lani: Okay. I’ve heard enough. Shawn, I’m sorry, but I have to take her in, and you too.

Claire: No. Mom, you can’t let her do this.

Belle: Isn’t there some other way that we can handle this?

Shawn: No. If the girls don’t cooperate, she has no choice. I’m sorry.

Abe: He’s right.

Claire: Allie, I am so sorry. I didn’t mean to get you into all this trouble.

Allie: No. Claire, it’s okay. If claire’s not going to say anything, neither am I.

Lani: You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in the court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you. Do you understand?

Ciara: I know what you’re doing. I know exactly what you’re doing. You wanted to bring me here to this little love nest you fixed up to remind me of how much I supposedly love you, right? That’s the idea?

Ben: Sort of, yeah.

Ciara: Sort of. Yeah. Well, guess what. It’s not gonna work. It’s never gonna work. This is creepy, ben. It is not romantic. This is the place where claire tried to burn me alive. Are we in the middle of the woods in case I don’t react the way you want me to? Are you gonna kill me…

Ben: Oh, my god.

Ciara: If that happens.

Ben: Ciara, I would never lay a hand on you.

Ciara: Oh, right, because you are such a great guy. You locked me in a car and brought me here instead of to my wedding.

Ben: Because I wanted you to see this place. I wanted to see if you felt anything familiar to you. You’re already here. Come on. Take a look around. What else are you gonna do? I’ll let you take your time.

Ciara: You know what? Fine. I will take a look around. On one condition. You take me back to salem as soon as I’m done.

Ben: Deal.

Ciara: Deal.

Rafe: Xander, huh? Wow. That’s–ooh.

Nicole: Now you know why I was such a mess the next day when you saw me. You said I smelled like patchouli, and you were right. You know, I don’t even remember what I said to you. I just came up with a bunch of lies, and I just wanted to get out of there as fast as I could.

Rafe: I could tell you were uncomfortable.

Nicole: Uncomfortable? “Uncomfortable” doesn’t quite catch it. I… barely even look you in the eyes. I…I still can’T.

Sami: No. No, I am not trying to just blame you for this, okay? I’m not. But we were having real problems with our marriage.

Ej: I didn’t cheat on you.

Sami: Well, maybe not this time, but there was abby, right? You were having an affair with her right under my nose, and I forgave you.

Ej: After you got your revenge.

Sami: Well, we found a way to work through it, right? Because that’s what we do. That’s what people do when they love each other. They find a way to work through things. Come on, ej. Don’t you think we could do that? We can work through it.

Theo: You remember ciara and ben. Did he really love her?

Abe: You know, you don’t have to worry about her safety. He won’t hurt her.

Theo: That’s not all I’m worried about. He wants her to remember loving him, and if she does, I’m gonna lose her.

Ben: What is it? Ciara, are you remembering something?

Ciara: Ben, I–

Ben: What is it? What?

Ciara: Go to hell.

Ben: Ah!

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Ej: What I did with abigail is different.

Sami: How?

Ej: You and I weren’t married at the time.

Sami: We were engaged.

Ej: We hadn’t taken vows.

Sami: Oh, you’re not getting off on a technicality, ej. You are not. We were in a loving, committed relationship, and you know it.

Ej: Marriage is sacred. An oath before god and man.

Sami: I see. I see. I’m not on trial here. We’re at church. Reverend dimera.

Ej: Being near death for as long as I was, it did give me a renewed appreciation for a higher power.

Sami: Well, it’s too bad it didn’t give you a renewed appreciation for your wife, for your loving wife, who sacrificed everything to be with you, to do everything to help you day in and day out. And all you did was treat me like a home care attendant.

Ej: I admitted that. It’s why I said I’d wait for you to be ready to make love.

Sami: Oh, right. You finally come to town. You’re yourself again, and you waited four whole days.

Ej: You were cheating with lucas and lying to me about it. For all I know, you had sex in every single bedroom…

Sami: Oh, please.

Ej: In this very house.

Sami: Give me a break! It was twice. Two times.

Ej: The only reason you told me about the second time was because I showed you proof of your duplicity. How do I know that you’re not still carrying on with him? How can I believe anything you say ever again?

Lani: I’m going to give you girls one more chance to tell us what you know about ciara’s whereabouts.

Shawn: Look, if the two of you insist on keeping quiet, you’re gonna get charged, and you’re gonna get booked. And we don’t want to do that.

Lani: But we will if we have to.

Shawn: Claire, honey, tell us what you know. All right? Where did ben take ciara?

Claire: Looks like allie and I are gonna have to lawyer up. Mom, will you please represent us?

Ben: Wait. Don’t go. Don’t go. Don’t go. Please.

Ciara: You don’t call the shots anymore, ben.

Ben: Wait. Don’t–wait. Oh, my god. Just wait.

Ciara: You’re faking.

Ben: I can’t put any weight on my ankle. I think I twisted it when i fell.

Ciara: Oh, wow.

Ben: I think I might have broken it.

Ciara: You’re good. You know, you could have been an actor.

Ben: I’m not faking this, ciara. I swear to you it’s killing me.

Ciara: Why would I help you? You have a phone. Go call someone for help. I have a wedding to get to, ben.

Ben: Fine. I give up. I give up on all this, because this is your life. You go do whatever it is you think you gotta do. Go. Go ahead.

Ciara: Hang on, theo. I’m coming back, and we’re gonna get married, just like I planned.

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Lucas: Sami! Sami!

Ej: If you’re looking for your mistress, she’s not here.

Rafe: How you doing?

Nicole: I’m okay. I’m okay. I just–I’m really glad you came by, rafe.

Rafe: Thanks. Hey, can i ask you a question though?

Nicole: Sure.

Rafe: Why did lucas drag you out in the hall? What was so important?

Nicole: Well, it turns out that I am not the only woman who was unfaithful to her husband. Sami, the hypocrite. She’s been sleeping with lucas.

Rafe: Sami and lucas?

Nicole: Yeah.

Rafe: Really?

Nicole: I thought that flame flickered out years ago.

Rafe: Wow. Okay. I admit it. I am shocked.

Nicole: So was her husband.

Rafe: Really? Ej knows. You sure?

Nicole: Because I made sure he found out, and then lucas came here because he wanted to stop me, but it was too late.

Rafe: Uh-huh.

[Knock at door]

Nicole: And I bet I know who that is. I’ve been expecting you.

Sami: Rafe, you better get out of here. The bitch and I need to talk.

Abe: Look, I know you’re worried that ciara might recover her memories about being with ben, but it hasn’t happened yet.

[Door thumps]

Theo: Ciara? I thought you went to the station.

Lani: I had to make sure you were okay.

Theo: I’m not. I’m not okay at all.

Ben: Ciara, you came back.

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