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Y&R Short Recap Thursday, February 10, 2022

Posted on by Eva Diaz

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Its sleepless in Genoa City as Billy, Chelsea, Chance, and Abby can’t sleep. Billy pushes record on his phone and, starts talking to himself hoping to discover why he has had insomnia for three days. Billy figures out that he can’t sleep because he is worried that he will fall back into his destructive patterns and sabotage his life with Lily.

Chelsea can’t sleep because she keeps thinking that madam doesn’t want a future with her. Chelsea heads to Crimson Lights to have herbal tea. Chelsea has a long talk with Rey and he tells her why he decided to become a cop. Chelsea tells Rey why she became a con artist and about some of her con jobs. Chelsea later, dreams about Rey, and awakens, startled by the dream.

Abby and Chance are worried about Dominic. Chance advises Abby to take a hot shower so she can relax while he takes care of Dominic. Chance tells Abby later that Rey called him about the stakeout and asks her if it would be ok
if he goes to help Rey with the stake out.

Chance arrives home early and Abby awakens when she hears Chance come in and she is surprised that he is home from the stakeout so early. Chance tells Abby he felt that he needed to be home with her and Dominic.

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Y&R Update Wednesday, February 9 2022

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Victoria and Nikki had a work meeting at Society. Nikki had some questions about Victoria’s plans for Newman Media. Victoria wanted to ask Ashland what he thought before making a decision. Victoria said he was feeling much better and he wanted to sink his teeth into this part of the business. She said he was particularly interested in how the merger turned out. Nikki thought that was because he didn’t trust Adam. Victoria didn’t blame him. Nikki couldn’t believe Victoria agreed to bring Adam on board. Victoria said Victor insisted on it. Nikki hoped Adam’s recent show of humility was sincere, but she had her concerns. Victoria said she and Ashland shared those concerns.

Lily was outside Society when she called Billy, who was in Crimson Lights. She was disappointed because an executive she had plans to promote was leaving the company. Lily saw Nikki inside the restaurant and told Billy there was something she had to do. Lily went inside. Victoria had already left. Lily asked to pick Nikki’s brain. Nikki hoped Lily didn’t need advice on handling Jill, because that wasn’t one of her strengths. Lily said she and Jill got along fine. There had been many times over the past couple months that Lily wished she could call Katherine. Nikki felt that way practically every day. Lily figured the next best thing would be to talk to someone who knew Katherine best. Lily had an image of Katherine as a tough-as-nails businesswoman who was never wrong. Nikki said Katherine was wrong plenty of times. Lily wanted to know if the rest of the image was right. Nikki said Katherine never put a show on for anyone, and she never set out to be a business mogul. The company became Katherine’s responsibility when Phillip died, and at first she let others run it, then she took over. Katherine was ahead of her time, and she loved it when people underestimated each other. Katherine had fun shaking things up. Nikki said Katherine would advise Lily to have fun too. Lily had a vision for Chancellor, but it had such a rich history, with amazing business people who’d run it, including her dad. She felt presumptuous thinking she was in their league. Nikki said Lily was definitely in that league, and Neil was the best mentor she could’ve had. Lily wished she could call him too. Nikki was sure Lily still heard Neil’s voice, because Nikki did. Nikki said to trust what Neil said. Nikki didn’t want anyone to know she said this, but she said to trust Jill’s judgment. Nikki knew Lily would make Neil, Katherine and Jill proud.

Victor was at his chess set when Michael texted. He was in Peru, and he’d gone to the clinic. Dropping Ashland’s name opened doors. So far, the financial ties were unconfirmed. Victor told Michael he was doing a good job and to stay on it.

A voiceover announced that the role of Ashland Locke is now being played by Robert Newman.

Ashland was in Victoria’s office when Adam walked in. Adam assumed Ashland was working because his health was improving. Ashland preferred to see it the other way around. He thought that his health was improving because he was working again. Adam said he was always glad to get Ashland’s input on Newman Media, as a member of the board. Adam thought things would be even better now that he and Ashland were on the same team. Ashland was glad that was Adam’s attitude, because he intended to give Adam a lot of input now that now that Newman Media was part of Newman Locke.

Ashland thought Adam must be excited about all the new possibilities for Newman Media. Adam said more resources didn’t always mean new opportunities. Ashland knew Adam never anticipated answering to Victoria, but Ashland said this was a scintillating time to be part of Newman Locke. He thought that Adam would one day look back at this moment and be glad he came aboard. Adam thought Ashland and Victoria would look back at this moment and be glad Adam stuck around. Ashland burst out laughing. Adam said he’d done a damn good job at Newman Media, and Ashland never had any complaints before. Ashland conceded the point, but he stated that things would be changing because Adam wasn’t the sole decision maker anymore. Adam was aware Victor wanted more say and that Victoria would occasionally make decisions. Ashland said Victoria wouldn’t be the only one who had a say, and it wouldn’t just be occasionally. “Adam, we own the company. We will be charting its course and giving it direction. Not the other way around,” Ashland said. He added that if Adam wasn’t comfortable with that, he could move on.

Adam didn’t understand why Ashland was taking this tone with him, since they’d always had a solid working relationship. Ashland hoped they’d continue to have that, but he thought it was important for Adam to know where things stood. Ashland thought this was an excellent opportunity for Adam. Adam recalled Victor saying the same thing about the sale on multiple occasions. Ashland said they’d give Adam the benefit of the doubt, but insubordination would not be tolerated. Adam noted that Ashland was talking like he was Victoria’s equal partner in running Newman Locke. “That’s exactly what I am,” Ashland replied. Adam wanted to know why Ashland was suddenly taking this hard line approach with him. “Is this because I’m in less favor with Victor these days?,” Adam asked. Ashland said he hadn’t given a moment’s thought to Adam’s relationship with Victor. “This is business. The world doesn’t revolve around you. And now neither does Newman Media,” Ashland said. Adam couldn’t wait to show Ashland how wrong he was. Victoria walked in and asked what was going on.

Ashland said it was nothing to worry about, just battle lines being drawn. Victoria didn’t like the sound of that. Adam said he and Ashland were just making a friendly bet about how long Adam would last under the new regime. “I’ll take the under,” Victoria replied. Adam said he hired Sally as his COO. Victoria was skeptical about Sally’s skills. Adam said she ran a fashion house in LA and held her own against the big boys out there. Adam listed Sally’s assets. Ashland said Sally was calculating. Victoria asked if Adam forgot what Sally did to their niece. Adam didn’t see how Summer was harmed. Victoria said Nick could clear that up. Adam said Sally wanted a clean slate, and so did he. He felt strongly that she was the right choice. He asked if he had the autonomy to hire and fire whoever he wanted. Victoria said Adam had leeway to make decisions, within reason. She was fine with him hiring Sally, but she said he’d have to train Sally himself. Adam left.

Ashland asked if Victoria was really okay with Sally being so influential. Victoria said Sally was a reckless opportunist, and that could work to Victoria and Ashland’s advantage. He grinned and said she was two steps ahead of everyone. She wanted to know about the battle lines, and he said not to worry about it. Victor called and summoned Ashland to the ranch.

Nikki went home and told Victor that Victoria seemed very relaxed. Nikki thought the improvements in Ashland’s health were helping Victoria. Nikki mentioned her talk with Lily. She thought Jill was smart to bring Lily back to town. “Just the fact that [Lily] knows how to rein in Billy now and then shows her managerial skills,” Nikki said. Victor thought that the fact that Lily got involved with Billy in the first place didn’t speak well of her judgment. Nikki said Lily and Billy were happy, and she couldn’t begrudge them that, especially since Victoria was happily remarried. Victor said Ashland was coming over for a talk. Victor didn’t want to go into detail, but Nikki wanted to know. He swore her to secrecy. He said Ashland didn’t just stumble on the clinic in Peru – he’d known about it for years, and he’d been making donations to it for years. Nikki asked if Ashland was making charitable donations. Victor said that it was a tax dodging scheme. He asked if Victoria ever mentioned anything about Ashland’s connection to the clinic. Nikki didn’t think Victoria knew anything about this. Victor learned Ashland was there, and he gave his staff permission to send him in. when Ashland arrived, Nikki left the room. Victor said it was miraculous that Ashland found his treatment in the nick of time.

Ashland clarified that he knew about the clinic before he got sick, and he’d been one of their benefactors. Years ago, Ashland’s colleague had gone to the clinic for treatment, and the results were fantastic, but the clinic was in danger of losing its funding. Ashland saw it as a matter of life and death, so he wrote a check. Due to international laws, Ashland’s accountant had to be creative about getting the money to Peru, and they used a shell corporation. Victor thought it was a fantastic story – Ashland bailed out the clinic that later saved his life. Ashland said it was karma. Victor said Victoria never told him about this. Ashland said he never told her, because what he did wasn’t technically ethical. He’d jumped to the front of the line to get the treatment. He didn’t want Victoria to worry that it might create an obstacle. Victor said they wanted to protect Victoria above all else. After Ashland was gone, Nikki returned. Victor didn’t know what to think yet. Ashland had an answer for everything, but something was off. The answers Ashland gave were too polished, and it troubled Victor.

Ashland went to Society and ordered a scotch. Someone called from Peru and warned him that an American had come and started asking questions about him. Ashland asked if it was a journalist or PI. Whatever the response was, Ashland said it wasn’t really an answer. The person asked a question. “No. No. This doesn’t change anything. Everything stays the same. Just stick to the plan,” Ashland replied. He guzzled his drink and sighed.

Sally greeted Billy at Society. He said he didn’t recognize her without her ridiculous disguise. She’d hoped he’d gotten over it by now, and he pointed out that it was just two weeks ago. She thought that enough time had passed for them to move on. She was glad his downfall was all an act and that he was doing great – the COO of Chancellor Industries. He heard Victoria got rid of the fashion platform, and he wished Sally luck finding a job. She informed him that Adam was keeping her on, and she’d be COO at Newman Media. Billy was stunned. He guessed her super-spying paid off. She said that had nothing to do with her new job. He sarcastically asked if it was her extensive operations resume. She said she had a lot of business experience, and she ran her own fashion house. He didn’t want to hear it. He thought it was clear that Adam made her second in command because she was willing to do whatever he asked her to. She asked if that was why Lily hired him. “You helped him slander an innocent man by secretly recording him,” he contended. She thought he was misusing the word slander and the word innocent. Sally noted that Billy made it look like he was spiraling out of control in hopes of getting Adam to publish a false story. She thought it was entrapment, and she asked where he got off playing the victim.

Billy said it had been entertaining trying to watch Sally take the high road. He compared it to watching a cat play piano – you couldn’t believe what you were seeing, but you couldn’t take your eyes off it. He said he didn’t trust cats either. He put the plan in motion because Adam cost Billy his reputation and his job. Billy knew the plan would work because Adam loved watching people suffer. Sally said that wasn’t the Adam she knew. She said Adam felt bad that Billy’s life was a wreck, just like she did. He laughed and said she found the strength to keep filming him. Sally didn’t think Adam would’ve taken advantage of Billy’s suffering, which wasn’t real anyway. She didn’t understand why they couldn’t just move on. He wasn’t happy Adam was running ChancComm, the company Billy built. Sally said that Victoria was the one who decided to keep Adam in charge, so Billy should take it up with her. Sally suggested that knowing it was Victoria’s idea would make it easier to swallow. Hearing that it was Victoria’s idea made Billy feel sure that the arrangement wouldn’t last. He wished Sally luck and left.

Lily went home, and Billy was there. Lily was bothered about the employee that jumped ship. Billy thought it was a compliment. He said that this woman got passed over for the top job, and if she thought Lily was going to fail, she would’ve stuck around so she could later swoop in and save the day. Billy said he’d help Lily find a replacement who was excited to work with her, because working at Chancellor should be fun. Lily mentioned that Nikki said the same thing. She explained about the talk with Nikki and asked if he thought it was weird. He said he’d sought Nikki’s advice many times over the years about Victoria, the kids and sobriety. He asked why she went to talk to Nikki. Lily was honored to have the job, but it was overwhelming, and she wanted to live up to the standards set by the CEOs before her. She said to let her know if he didn’t want to hear her concerns. She knew he’d wanted this job.

Billy said Lily knew she could talk to him about anything. She just felt insensitive complaining about the demands of a job he thought he could do in his sleep. He didn’t hold a grudge because his mom picked her. “I did want the job, but you are the right person for this position and I am very happy to be a team player,” he said. He was sure Katherine, Neil and Jill all felt self doubt when they took over, but he said Lily didn’t have to feel that way. He said she was the smartest, savviest, strongest, sexiest CEO the company ever had. She appreciated the pep talk, and they kissed.

Lily thought Billy knew just how to make her feel better. Billy said he knew what to say because he’d lived through it most of his life. He’d felt like he didn’t meet the expectations of John and even Jack, and it was a waste of time. He thought his father would tell Lily not to emulate anyone. He said she had everything she needed to succeed. Lily knew she could do the job, but she had a little anxiety. He said that could be good, because it’d keep her on her toes. She wanted to talk about his insomnia. He said she had enough on his plate. She said their relationship wasn’t one-sided, and she wanted to help. He said she helped by partnering with Hamilton-Winters on the podcast idea. It gave him a creative outlet to think about, and he was sure he’d sleep like a baby tonight.

When Adam got to his office, Sally was there. She vented about Billy. She didn’t understand how people be unhappy after getting everything handed to them and resentful when they heard about other people reaping the benefit of years of hard work. He told her not to worry about anything Billy said. He told her that he went to see Victoria. Sally assumed that Victoria wouldn’t let her have the job. She asked if it was because of the Summer situation, and he said that came up. Sally said she’d take a lower position if that would allow her to stay on at the company. Adam finally clarified that Sally was going to get to be COO. Sally couldn’t believe Adam let her think Victoria rejected her. He knew he shouldn’t have done that. He’d just imagined that when she finally found out she got the job, she’d give him a hug like she did the other day. She thought they agreed not to even think along those lines. He said she was right and to forget he mentioned it.

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Y&R Short Recap Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Posted on by Eva Diaz

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Ashland (now played by Robert Newman) makes it clear to Adam that he and Victoria own Newman Media and they will make the decisions about the future of the company.

Victoria approves of Sally as Adam’s Chief Operating Officer of Newman Media and later tells Ashland she approved Sally because Sally is an opportunist and that will be beneficial to them in the future.

Victor has a talk with Ashland about the clinic in Peru and Ashland admits to Victor that he set up a shell cooperation in Peru to give the clinic money since the clinic saved the life of a friend. Ashland also tells Victor that he didn’t tell Victoria about it because he didn’t want her to think he was jumping to the head of the line because he had given money to the clinic.

Victor tells Nikki about his conversation with Ashland and that he thinks Ashland is hiding something because he had an answer to every question and the answers seemed rehearsed.

Lily goes to Nikki for advice because she has been doubting herself in her first few weeks running Chancellor Industries. Nikki advises Lily to listen to Jill, enjoy doing her job, and think about what Katherine and Neil would want her to do at the company. Nikki also tells Lily that the most important thing she should do is trust her instincts.

Ashland gets a call from someone who tells him that there is someone in Peru asking questions about him. Ashland tells the person not to worry and just stick to the plan.

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Y&R Update Tuesday, February 8 2022

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An apologetic Billy was at home on a business call. He’d overslept. He explained to the caller that he and Lily were working from home while the offices were being renovated.

Amanda ran into Jack at Crimson Lights, and he invited her to join him. She accepted and asked if he’d spoken to Phyllis. He hadn’t yet, but he assumed Summer was keeping her busy. Amanda thought Jack and Phyllis deserved happiness, and Amanda thought it would be together. He did too once, but life was unpredictable, and so was Phyllis. Billy joined them, and it was clear that he was exhausted. He explained he was having trouble sleeping. Jack thought it was because Billy’s life had been turned upside down over the last few weeks – he lost his job and company. Billy said his new job was just as great. Jack wondered if Billy was really happy being second in command at work. Billy said that was fine, and he and Lily were happy at home and at Chancellor. Billy said everything at ChancComm in the past, including Victor and his minions. Billy asked Amanda to confirm that he didn’t care who was in charge back when he was at ChancComm. Amanda supported Billy’s contention and said he’d always been Lily’s biggest cheerleader. Jack still wondered why Billy was so tired. Billy said that his brain was revved up, but that didn’t mean anything nefarious was going on. It was clear from Billy’s tone that he was getting annoyed with Jack.

“How dare I impugn your character by showing a little brotherly concern,” Jack said. Billy apologized for being testy, and Jack accepted. Jack wanted to help Billy with his insomnia and asked if he was having bad dreams or trouble falling asleep. Billy was having trouble staying asleep. His mind wouldn’t let his body rest. Jack suggested that Billy’s subconscious was having a hard time with everything he’d gone through. Amanda chimed in that Billy had been through a lot recently, and that kind of stress could stay with you. He asked if she suggested he climb to the rooftop and scream again. Amanda didn’t think his neighbors would appreciate that. Amanda and Billy grinned at each other, prompting Jack to wonder what he was missing. Billy said when he and Amanda were getting to know each other, his favorite release was going to the rooftop of The Grand Phoenix and screaming. He convinced Amanda to try it too. Amanda said she and Billy had grown and moved on from that phase in their lives. Billy agreed and said they were happy, healthy and healed. In Jack’s experience, some wounds appeared to heal, only to open later when you least expected it. He suggested that Billy had some issues he needed to confront.

Jack and Lauren were at Society. He learned that Michael went back to work for Victor. Michael had said the job wouldn’t take up all his time, but the second Victor could, he sent Michael to South America on a secret mission. Jack said that was classic Mustache. Lauren was starting to feel like taking the job was a mistake. Jack said Michael worked for Victor before, and he’d always gotten through it standing tall. Lauren was just aggravated that Victor was dominating Michael’s time. Lauren asked if Jack had any sage advice. He suggested kickboxing, and she laughed and asked if she should picture Victor on the bag. He said there was a time he pictured Victor’s face on every tennis ball he smashed, and it was therapeutic.

Lauren asked how Jack was. He had no complaints. She kept questioning him, and he assumed this was about Phyllis. He said he and Phyllis were going to have dinner when she got back. Lauren wondered if it would be a dinner between friends or if Jack and Phyllis would admit it was time to stop fighting their feelings. He thought it’d just be a dinner. Lauren asked what Jack wanted Phyllis to decide about her future. He kept trying to change the subject, and she wouldn’t let him. He knew she was with him through the whole teardrop of love saga. He’d now decided not to chase romance – if it came to him, then it did, and if it didn’t, he still had an amazing life. After Lauren left, Jack thought about calling Phyllis, but he didn’t.

Abby and Chance were at home looking in on Dominic. She was worried for their son because he was pale and all he did was sleep. Chance reassured Abby, noting that Dominic was awake at the doctor’s office, and he didn’t have any serious symptoms. The doctor was running tests, and Chance was sure they’d come back normal. He brought her coffee, and she said she was grateful he was there with her. He said there was nowhere he’d rather be. She realized he was late for work and told him to go, but he said he’d already called out. He said this was much more important. Abby said that Dominic got the sniffles and a fever right after he was born, and she, Mariah and Devon were so panicked. They called the doctor, who reassured them. Abby said she read every baby book she could, but when there was a crisis, all that information went out of her head. She almost wished the baby had a fever this time because they’d been through that together, and they knew what to do. Chance was glad Abby had Mariah and Devon to lean on back then, but he wished he’d been there too. Abby suggested they should alert Devon.

Lily visited Devon’s hoping to talk CEO to CEO. She’d been learning about Chancellor’s divisions, and when she got to the entertainment division, she stared thinking about Neil and wondering if he’d be proud of her and Devon. Devon was sure he would be. He thought Neil would be especially proud of Lily and what she’d accomplished after getting out of prison. Lily said that their dad died shortly after her release, so he never got to see her rebuild her life. She always felt partially responsible for Neil dying so young. Devon said Neil’s death wasn’t anyone’s fault. Devon felt that Lily had emulated Neil and he’d be beyond proud of her. She appreciated hearing that. She was suggesting a joint venture between Chancellor Industries and Hamilton Winters to honor Neil and Katherine. Chance called Devon and brought him up to speed. Devon asked to come over, and Chance said okay. Devon told Lily what was happening,

Devon went to the Chancellor house, and he was full of questions about what the doctor thought. Abby and Chance said the doctor didn’t want to speculate. Abby couldn’t stop reading about the baby’s symptoms online. She thought there was a chance the baby was anemic. Devon got in on the research too, and Chance said he didn’t think they should be second guessing the doctor. Devon asked if he should call Nate. Chance said Devon could, but Dr. Bradley was world-class, and she came recommended by Nate. Chance thought they were in good hands. Devon trusted Chance’s judgment. Abby wondered if she did something wrong, like taking the baby off breast milk too soon or not keeping him active enough. Chance said Abby was an excellent mother, and he said that they could make adjustments with the baby if the doctor told them to. Devon said Chance was right. “What’s going on with Dominic has nothing to do with you or anything you’ve done,” Devon added. “I’m sorry are you accusing me of overreacting, Devon? Because that really isn’t helpful,” Abby replied. Devon looked puzzled. She said she was the mother, and she was supposed to protect Dominic. Abby said telling her to calm down was making her more anxious.

Chance rubbed Abby’s shoulders and told her that no one was accusing her of overreacting. She said she couldn’t keep her worries in check – she wasn’t built that way. He said if Dr. Bradley was concerned, she would’ve admitted the baby for observation. Abby knew that made sense, but it didn’t make it any easier. They hugged. Devon was over by the bassinet talking to the baby. Devon said he was studying the dad thing a lot so he could be prepared for anything Dominic needed. He added that Dominic’s mommy and daddy were also here for him.

Later, the baby was upstairs, because Abby thought he’d rest more comfortably without everyone hovering. She and Devon thought Dom’s cry sounded weak, but they had the baby monitor downstairs. The doctor called. Dominic’s red blood count was low enough to be concerning. Dominic needed a bone marrow aspiration, and he needed to get to the hospital as soon as possible.

When Billy got home, Lily was there on the phone. She learned that construction would be ongoing for awhile, so they would have to continue work from home or go to the office and deal with the drilling in the background. Lily told Billy about the meeting with Devon and the baby going to the doctor. She thought the baby thing was just new-parent jitters. He yawned, and he blamed the lack of coffee. She’d heard him getting up at night the last three nights in a row. She asked what was going on. He didn’t think it was anything serious. She suggested that he hadn’t gotten over everything that happened. He thought she sounded like Jack. He just felt like he was searching for something, and he didn’t know what it was. She thought she knew.

Lily said that Billy’s title was COO, but until she figured out what direction she was taking the company in, his title was a bit vague. “And that’s why you’re restless, because you don’t do vague. You need specifics,” she said. He agreed with her, but he said it wasn’t her responsibility to find him things to do. She said it actually was her job. She asked him to flesh out a pitch for Hamilton Winters. She wanted to create podcasts that were educational and inspirational. Her dad wanted to empower people, and she thought this was the way to do it. Billy liked this idea, and he thought he could sink his teeth into it. He said it was sexy like her, and he pulled her onto his lap. She thought that this project would be meaningful and fun. They kissed. Later, they basked in the afterglow, and he said working from home had its benefits. She was thinking the opposite because of all the distractions. He said he wasn’t tired anymore. She noticed. They kissed

Rey and Sharon were at Crimson Lights. He asked what she was doing today. She was seeing patients and working at Crimson Lights. Chance was coming back to work today, and Sharon asked Rey how he felt about that. Rey noticed how happy Chance and Abby were at the party. It made him think he may have been wrong when he worried that Chance wasn’t ready to come back to work. Rey got a text from Chance – he wasn’t coming to work today after all. Sharon was relieved, because she wasn’t sure Chance was ready to be the stable partner Rey needed on the job. She knew Abby would be glad Chance was spending more time as a family. Rey explained that Dominic was sick. He didn’t have any details. Sharon wondered if she should check on Abby or let Mariah know. Rey didn’t think they should get involved right now.

Rey and Sharon said goodbye and kissed, then he left.

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Y&R Short Recap Tuesday, February 8, 2022

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Jack misses Phyllis but is determined not to bother her so she can enjoy her time with Summer.

Billy has had insomnia for three nights and Amanda, Jack, and Lily think that he has unresolved issues that he needs to put to rest about his halted plan to get revenge on Adam and Victor. Lily also thinks Billy needs a project to focus on so she puts him in charge of pitching an idea to Devon that Hamilton Winters and Chancellor Industries should team up to produce inspirational podcasts.

Lauren has a talk with Jack about how worried she is about Michael now that he is working for Victor.

Abby, Chance, and Devon wait anxiously for the doctor to call with news about what is wrong with Dominic and Abby blames herself for his illness. Dominic’s doctor calls and says she is worried because Dominic’s red blood cell count is very low and she wants them to bring the baby to the hospital so she can do a bone marrow aspiration along with other tests.

 

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Y&R Update Monday, February 7 2022

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Sally went to Adam’s office because she wanted to iron out the details of their job. It was late, but she wasn’t sure she could sleep until they talked. He wondered if she was having second thoughts about them continuing to work together. She was ecstatic and flattered about the job, but she knew he spontaneously made the offer so she could to save face in front of Chelsea and Chloe. She noted that he hadn’t been able to tell her what the job was. He smiled and said he found her endlessly amusing, in a good way, and he thought she was smart to raise these questions. He saw a lot of potential in her, and he thought she was ready to take on a new challenge. He offered her the role of COO of Newman Media. Sally was speechless.

Sally appreciated the massive vote of confidence, but she said she knew she wasn’t the obvious choice for the job. Adam said she was artistic, creative and she had a head for business. He said she’d shown herself to be smart, driven, savvy with media, and he admired her fire. She thanked him. She thought they both had a deep seated need to prove themselves, not that she’d come close to what he’d achieved. He said his father had always tested him. He was going to prove to Victor, Victoria and Ashland that no one was better to helm Newman Media than Adam was, and he needed someone on his side. He wanted to name a COO before Victoria started suggesting people, because he was sure she’d choose a spy. Sally asked if Adam wanted her to spy. He didn’t. He wanted her to be his partner. He trusted her and valued her loyalty and talent. Sally waned the job, but she wasn’t sure Victoria and Victor would like the idea. He said he could handle his father and sister. He thought there was a bright future head for him and her. He invited her out to a celebratory drink. She thought they had to discuss their personal relationship first.

Sally said she really hugged Adam earlier today, and not in a co-worker kind of way. She was pretty sure she wasn’t the only one who could feel the heat between them. He admitted he needed a moment to cool off after she left. She thought they were both trying to avoid their feelings, and she didn’t want to do that anymore. “I want you as much as you want me. But we both know that it’s not that simple,” Adam said. Sally replied that the best things never were simple. He thought they needed to get her set up as COO before acting on their feelings.

Mariah lead a blindfolded Tessa into their apartment. When the covering was removed, Tessa saw the romantic setting. Tessa loved it and she loved Mariah. Mariah made chocolate martinis, the only fancy drink she remembered how to make from her bartending days. Tessa asked when Mariah had time to do all this. Mariah said she had a little help. Tessa realized that was what Mariah and Faith were whispering about. Mariah said the first part of the night was for their friends and family, but the rest of the night was for Mariah and Tessa.

Mariah said this was one of the best nights of her life, and she’d remember it for years. She felt lucky, but Tessa said she was the lucky one. Mariah asked if Tessa waned a drink or a movie. Tessa pulled Mariah into a kiss. Later, Mariah said she loved the studio apartment, their first home, but she was glad they moved in here. Tessa said they had two rooms, one for a little kid. They looked at the notes people wrote on the lyric poster board. Tessa thought it was nice to see Mariah, Abby and Devon talking. Mariah was glad she was at peace with them. She said she had everything she needed right here. Mariah asked who drew the heart, and Tessa said Noah did it. Tessa thought it represented Noah’s love for them, and not just for Tessa. Mariah knew. She said she’d talked to Noah and got all the weirdness out, and now they were good. She still felt bad for him, though. She knew it sucked to have feelings for someone you shouldn’t, but she thought Noah was working hard to make sure everyone was okay. Tessa thought the most important thing they could do was show Noah that everything was normal. After the talk, Mariah initiated another kiss, and they fell back on the couch.

Downstairs, Sharon and Rey cleaned up after the party. Sharon was glad the party went well. She admitted she’d been concerned about how Mariah would react to seeing Devon after he got shared custody of Dominic. Mariah had seemed fine, and Sharon said she’d come a long way. Rey had thought Sharon was going to say she was concerned about Noah and his lingering feelings for Tessa. Sharon was concerned about that too. She thought Noah truly wanted the best for Mariah and Tessa, but she knew tonight was hard for him, so she was glad he went home with Nick, because he needed some support.

Chelsea moved into The Grand Phoenix for awhile because she was selling her place. She looked saddened as she unpacked and put a picture of herself and Connor on a table. Chloe texted to say she was sure they’d land a deal with Lauren.

Back at Crimson Lights, Sharon wanted to check in with Nick later. She knew Noah was grown, but she was concerned. Rey thought Sharon was a wonderful mother. She said that having the kids around tonight made her feel extra maternal. Sharon talked about how much Mariah had grown since she came into Sharon’s life – back then, Mariah would’ve scoffed at the idea of anyone finding true love. Rey found Mariah and Tara’s love and devotion inspiring. Sharon thought their love would get them through anything life threw at them. He was happy for her and her family. She said they were his family too. He didn’t mean to imply they weren’t. She wondered if someone happened to make him feel like an outsider. He said no one did. He brought up the conversation they had about how she and Nick could read Mariah, Faith and Noah in a way Rey couldn’t. When he saw her and Nick with their kids, it made Rey extra-aware he missed out on parenting. He wasn’t looking to have kids, but he had fleeting “what-if” moments. Chelsea arrived and heard Rey say he loved what he and Sharon had more than anything. She walked in and said she hoped she wasn’t interrupting. Chelsea heard about the engagement and said congrats and started to leave. Sharon offered to get Chelsea a drink anyway and went to place the order. Rey talked with Chelsea about the sale of Newman Media and what was next for her. Chelsea put a positive spin on it all. Sharon joined the conversation and learned that Sally would not be part of Chelsea and Sally’s future plans. Chelsea said that Sally was going to be working alongside Adam.

Sharon wished Chelsea the best in her new business with Chloe. Rey told Chelsea not to waste her energy worrying about Adam and Sally’s relationship. He thought it was good that she was putting that last chapter behind her0. She said she’d moved into the Grand Phoenix until she found a new place. She was optimistic for the future. He said they were rooting for her.

Nick and Noah were at Society instead of going to the movies. Nick said he was starved. Noah knew that Nick was trying to get him to eat because he was concerned Noah had too much champagne. Noah said he wasn’t drunk. Nick knew Noah was hurting, and he wanted to help. Noah sensed Nick was about to interrogate him, and he didn’t want that. Nick just wanted Noah to open up. Noah said he was going to be fine, and he just wanted to get back to eating. Nick got the message to back off. Noah didn’t mean to shut Nick down, but he didn’t want people to think he was falling apart. He was looking for a purpose. For awhile he thought it was art, but maybe he was wrong, and maybe he’d find what he was looking for working with Nick. Nick and Sharon were glad Noah was home, and they wanted him to find his center.

Nick returned to Crimson Lights to help clean up, and he wanted to tell Sharon about something. He saw Chelsea, and they said hello. Nick and Sharon went to the patio. Chelsea was surprised she and Rey had become friends. She said a lot of people in the town weren’t sincere about giving her a second chance, but he was the real deal. She said he looked past the things she did and saw her for who she really was. It meant a lot. Chelsea showed Rey pictures of Connor. “To be a kid again. Or a proud parent,” Rey wistfully said.

On the patio, Sharon said Chelsea needed some company, beccause she was dealing with Adam and the Newman Media drama. Nick said it was always collateral damage when it came to his family, and that was why he stayed out of the business stuff. Nick told Sharon how Noah basically said to back off. Sharon said Noah always wore his heart on his sleeve, and now he was shutting down. She didn’t think it was good that he wouldn’t open up to them.

Nick thought it made sense that Noah didn’t want to talk about this painful thing he was trying to get over. Sharon guessed Noah would just have to work his way through this on his own. Nick said exactly. Sharon wondered if this was Nick’s way of suggesting she back down and let things play out and making it seem like it was her idea. He said he learned form the best. She said she didn’t manipulate people, she just nudged them toward a more healthy path.

Noah dreamed Tessa told him that her love songs were about him, and they kissed. He woke up with a start.

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Y&R Short Recap Monday, February 7 2022

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Adam stunned Sally by offering her the opportunity to be COO of Newman Media. Sally accepted the job. Sally and Adam acknowledged that they wanted each other. Adam said they needed to get Sally established in her new role before deciding to act on their feelings. Mariah surprised Tessa with a romantic evening after their engagement party. They talked about Noah and decided it was best to show him that their relationship with him hadn’t changed. Rey told Sharon that he sometimes had fleeting thoughts about how he’d missed out on being a parent. However, Rey loved what he and Sharon had. Chelsea moved into the Grand Phoenix. Chelsea showed Rey pictures of Connor. Sharon learned that Sally would be working with Adam. Noah gently told a concerned Nick to stop worrying about him. Sharon and Nick decided Noah needed to work out his feelings for Tessa on his own. Noah had a dream about Tessa kissing him. Back to the Daytime Recaps Page

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Y&R Best Lines Friday, February 4, 2022

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Faith: Put that fabric over there. It has to look boho-chic.

Moses: Okay, I don’t even know what that means. How am I supposed to know if I’m doing it right?

Faith: When our guests of honor walk through those doors, we want them to feel this entire space has transformed into an exotic, warm, romantic locale. Flowers, candles, garland, fabric.

Moses: Okay, so, like, at any minute, a whole bunch of fairies and trolls could walk in and feel at home. Lots of flora and fauna, and twinkles, but with a hint of romance.

Faith: That’s strangely specific, but yep, sure.

Moses: Okay, I think I’ve got it.

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Noah: Wow. If I didn’t know any better, I’d think…

Moses: You’d walked into an oasis in Ireland decorated by leprechauns?

Noah: Yeah, yeah, exactly.

Moses: Cool. Alright, I think my work here is done.

Faith: No, no, no, no, it isn’t. More candles on the patio.

Moses: Okay.

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Y&R Best Lines Thursday, February 3, 2022

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Sally: Hey. I know you.

Adam: How’s it going?

Sally: Great. Yeah. This early-retirement thing is the best. I have been thinking about taking up snowboarding, seeing how it’s the dead of winter and all, just for a couple of quick lessons, and then, Aspen, here i come.

Adam: I meant… how are things really going?

Sally: [ Sighs ] The truth?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Sally: I am freaked out about my future.

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Sally: [ Sighs ] I came to this town to start over from Beverly Hills, one of the most glamorous spots on Earth, to Genoa City, Wisconsin. And I was willing to put in the work to prove myself. I even took a job as Lauren’s gopher when I had already run my own fashion house. But I did it with a smile on my face, and I proved myself again and again. And for what? It has been one dead end after another.

Adam: Oh, well, you’re leaving out the part — through no fault of your own.

Sally: Okay. Maybe I was responsible for a few of those roadblocks, but not this one. I am the one that put Newman Fashion on the map with Victoria’s wedding dress. A couple months ago, I was the creative genius that designed the gown that everyone was clamoring for. And now I am still a genius, but I am I out of a job and I am out in the cold. Literally, I can’t even jump in the car and drive to the beach to try and make myself feel better.

Adam: Well, maybe not. But you could come to Society, belly up to the bar with me, and grab a bite.

Sally: I would like that. That’s the best offer I’ve had all day. And, yes, before you say anything, it’s the only offer.

Adam: [ Clears throat ] Well, the day is not over.

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Y&R Best Lines Wednesday, February 2, 2022

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Billy: So what’s your day look like?

Lily: Um, I have back-to-back interviews followed by back-to-back meetings, and then somewhere in between all of that I have to figure out a way to go see Devon.

Billy: Alright, should we synchronize our watches?

Lily: Uh, no, he’ll text me when he signs the custody papers, and then I’ll text you.

[ Telephone rings ] Hey, Lori. What do you have for me? Oh, already? Uh…okay. I have the interview with the reporter from new York, so I’ll come find you when I’m done in your office.

Billy: You’re gonna be disappointed ’cause I’m not gonna be in there.

Lily: So, where are you gonna be?

Billy: I have some errands to do, and then there’s something else I need to take care of.

Lily: Like what?

Billy: You’ll find out soon enough.

Lily: Okay, bye.

[ Clears throat ] Hi, this is Lily winters

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Nick: Hey. I was hoping to find the manager of this place and throw some business her way.

Phyllis: Oh, okay. What do you need?

Nick: New Hope has some big meetings coming up with some donors, and I thought it’d be nice to have a place that would handle the crowd, you know, something that would make them feel very comfortable about digging deep into their pockets and help keep us funded.

Phyllis: Yeah, for sure. Well, I’d love to help you.

Nick: Great. Uh…is everything alright?

Jack: You know what? I’ll check in with you later. See ya.

Nick: Yeah. I interrupt something?

Phyllis: No, not at all. I actually need to talk to you about something.

Nick: Alright. Is it about New Hope?

Phyllis: No, it’s about me. I’m considering moving to Milan and working with Summer

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Y&R Transcript Friday, February 4, 2022

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Faith: Put that fabric over there. It has to look boho-chic.

Moses: Okay, I don’t even know what that means. How am I supposed to know if I’m doing it right?

Faith: When our guests of honor walk through those doors, we want them to feel this entire space has transformed into an exotic, warm, romantic locale. Flowers, candles, garland, fabric.

Moses: Okay, so, like, at any minute, a whole bunch of fairies and trolls could walk in and feel at home. Lots of flora and fauna, and twinkles, but with a hint of romance.

Faith: That’s strangely specific, but yep, sure.

Moses: Okay, I think I’ve got it.

Sharon: You guys, this looks fantastic. Mariah and tessa are gonna love it.

Faith: I really hope so. I think I caught their vibe.

Sharon: No one could have done it any better.

Noah: Wow. If I didn’t know any better, I’d think…

Moses: You’d walked into an oasis in ireland decorated by leprechauns?

Noah: Yeah, yeah, exactly.

Moses: Cool. Alright, I think my work here is done.

Faith: No, no, no, no, it isn’T. More candles on the patio.

Moses: Okay.

Faith: Noah, I need your artistic eye.

Noah: What’s up?

Faith: This is our pice de

rsistance.

Noah: Uh, what — what is this, exactly?

Faith: These are some of tessa’s best lyrics, and they’re all about mariah. Incredibly romantic, right? And we thought that the guests could sign it, along with, i don’t know, best wishes, a love note to them, something from the heart. And over here is the album cover. You did an amazing job, by the way. Get used to hearing that for years to come.

Noah: Thank you. So what did you need my eyes for?

Faith: Should we keep the displays where they are or switch them around or even move them to a different spot?

Noah: No, no, looks pretty great to me.

Faith: Yeah, yeah, I think you’re right. You can even be the first to write your heart out before things get hectic.

Noah: Uh, no, thanks. I believe in that old adage — “a picture’s worth 1,000 words.” And I have no idea what to say, but it’ll come to me.

Moses: You could write, “your love makes me speechless” or something like, “may your love last 1,000 years” or — get this — “magical, mystical, like a sorcerer’s spell.”

Noah: [ Chuckles ]

Moses: What do you think?

Faith: I think you need to get hooked on a different kind of book series. Okay.

Nick: Noah. Can you help me for a second?

Noah: Yeah. Sorry, guys, duty calls.

Faith: Don’t forget.

Noah: I wish I could. Alright, let’s get to work.

Chance: Oh, wow. Look at you. This is a big night for tessa and mariah, huh?

Abby: Mm-hmm, and for us, too. We haven’t been to a party since your welcome-home gathering.

Chance: Wow, has it been that long?

Abby: Mm-hmm. We were all so excited that you were home, but I know that was a rough night for you.

Chance: Yeah, yeah, that wasn’t easy, but I am glad I had you to lean on.

Abby: Mm, and tonight, we get to trade places.

Chance: What do you mean? Are you worried about seeing devon?

Abby: [ Sighs ] No, now that everything’s settled, I’m not worried about seeing him. It’s just the word is out about our custody agreement, and everyone’s gonna have comments and questions.

Chance: I’ll do what I can do to handle all that, okay? Don’t you worry.

Abby: I know I can count on you. And this little guy, I get to come home to him. Yes, you are gonna have the best time with louise while me and daddy are celebrating aunt tessa and aunt mariah, and if you’re still awake when I get home, i am gonna read you that new bedtime story. Chance?

Chance: Yeah, what’s wrong?

Abby: Does he seem okay to you? I mean, does his breathing seem a little faster than usual?

Chance: Mm. Well, let’s take a look. Buddy, here, let us look at you a little bit. You okay?

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Chance: Feeling okay, guy?

Amanda: Okay, I will send you the paperwork, and all you have to do is sign. I do have to run, but if you need anything else, please give me a call. Okay. Thank you. Bye-bye. Yes. Hello!

Devon: Hey, hey. What’s all this about?

Amanda: Oh, this is called dancing.

Devon: Dancing?

Amanda: Yeah. Feel familiar?

Devon: It does, yeah. We did this on new year’s eve, didn’t we?

Amanda: Yeah, that’s right. You know, dancing is a little more enjoyable when you just relax, let the tension melt away. Focus on your beautiful partner.

Devon: You think I’m tense?

Amanda: Well, your shoulders and your arms are a little uptight. Are you having second thoughts about this engagement party?

Devon: No. No, no.

Amanda: Are you sure?

Devon: I’m not. Yeah, I’m sure. I would never want to miss mariah and tessa’s special night. I know that abby and chance are gonna be there, and I haven’t talked to them since we all signed the custody papers. But I haven’t talked to a lot of people, so I don’t think it’s gonna be awkward.

Amanda: Okay. I tell you what.

Devon: Mm.

Amanda: If anybody asks you any questions, you just send them in my direction, and I will fill them in on as many details as you’re willing to share.

Devon: Well, we don’t have to share any details at all because tonight’s not about me, it’s about mariah and tessa. Last thing I want is the spotlight to be on me and take it away from the happy couple.

Noah: What is all this anyway?

Nick: Look inside and see.

Noah: Tessa’s new album.

Nick: On vinyl, the way god intended it. They’re party favors for the big event. You did a great job, son.

Noah: Yeah, yeah, I’m happy with how it turned out.

Moses: Faith.

Faith: Yeah.

Moses: Uh, they’re here.

Faith: What? No, it’s too early. We’re expecting more people.

Moses: Okay, we can scatter, make the place look filled.

Faith: Okay. I’ll go prep them.

Moses: Good idea.

Faith: Rey?

Rey: Sound system’s ready to go.

Faith: You’re the best. Everyone, may I have your attention, please? Introducing the happiest, most beautiful and talented couple in this half of the universe, soon to be joined in holy matrimony, tessa and mariah. Come in, girls.

[ Applause ]

Mariah: Okay, can we open now?

Faith: Welcome to the most exotic, romantic engagement celebration ever? Okay, now.

Tessa: Oh. Oh, my goodness.

Mariah: You guys did all of this for us.

Sharon: We hope you like it.

Nick: Congratulations.

Mariah: This is just —

Tessa: More than we ever could’ve imagined.

Mariah: Wow, it is almost as beautiful as you are.

Sharon: Aww.

[ Applause ]

Faith: [ Chuckles ] Alright, let’s party!

Nick: Yeah.

Rey: Yeah, let’s do that.

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Amanda: You know, I really think things will go pretty smoothly.

Devon: Yeah?

Amanda: Yeah. You know, everything ended amicably. I think everyone will understand. Just take my word for it, okay?

Devon: I do take your word for it. You’ve been level-headed throughout this entire experience. You’re always looking out for me and the baby.

Amanda: Well, that is what a good attorney is supposed to do.

Devon: Mm. No, I actually think it’s a little bit more than that. I saw the way you were looking at dominic the last time he spent the night over here.

Amanda: [ Sighs ]

Devon: And when you went to go check on him when you thought I was asleep.

Amanda: Mm, so you’re spying on me.

Devon: No, I’m just surprised.

Amanda: Yeah, well, me too. I’ve never been that close to a baby before. Never spent any meaningful amount of time with one, until i met dom.

Devon: Mm. And what do you think?

Amanda: I think that he’s a little miracle.

[ Chuckles ] I mean, he’s so smart, and i know exactly what to do to make him smile. And I think he likes me.

Devon: Oh, I know he likes you.

[ Chuckles ]

Amanda: It is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Just the way that he looks at you like you are the most amazing thing, and it makes you want to be that amazing. Is that what it feels like to be a parent?

Devon: I mean, I think so. This is new.

Amanda: Yeah. You know, I never had a mother or a father to love me or to love back when I was little, so this is a whole new world for me, too. But I think I kind of love it. You know, I just, like, keep imagining what this little boy is gonna be like when he grows up, and… I’m sorry, is that weird? Is that okay for me to say?

Devon: Amanda, it’s more than okay.

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Rey: Well, I think you two deserve some champagne.

Tessa: Oh!

Mariah: I think we do, as well.

Rey: Anything for this lovely couple.

Tessa: Anything? I think I’m gonna like this being engaged thing.

Mariah: Well, don’t get too used to it because people will be expecting a wedding eventually.

Rey: And then you get to be newlyweds, and if you’re lucky, that part will last year after year.

Sharon: Can I interest you in a glass of sparkling cider?

Moses: Oh.

Sharon: It’s a great vintage, of course.

Moses: I cannot say no to that.

Faith: I’d love some, too. Thank you.

Tessa: So what was all that out on the patio?

Faith: It’s a backdrop for you and your guests to take the coolest party snapshots.

Moses: With a wide variety of props that acknowledge your many interests.

Mariah: Who did all of this?

Faith: It was a combined effort. So if you want to blame us, we’re both equally responsible. But if you found something next-level adorable and thoughtful, you can point that praise right over to yours truly.

Sharon: I think it’s time for the first picture.

Rey: Ooh.

Tessa: Okay, okay, but as long as you promise that these photos don’t become our, like, wedding announcement pictures or something embarrassing.

Sharon: I promise nothing.

Rey: Alright, alright. Well, who’s gonna do the deed? Noah, you’re the artist in residence.

Moses: Yeah, you designed the album cover, should be easy.

Noah: You know, I’d love to, but I never take pictures after I’ve had champagne, so…

Nick: I’ll do it.

Faith: Oh, no. Do you think you can keep your fingers out of the frame this time? I have a whole album of pictures that my dad took with his finger in the frame, or totally blurry.

Nick: Wow. Okay, you think you can do better?

Faith: Yeah, yeah, with my eyes closed.

Nick: Well, then go for it.

Mariah: Oh, thank goodness.

Nick: Seriously, you too?

Mariah: Yeah. Alright, let’s do this. Let’s go.

Tessa: Okay.

Rey: Cute.

Mariah: Nice.

Tessa: These?

Mariah: Love it.

Faith: Say “always and forever.”

Always and forever.

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[ Laughter ]

Nick: Uh, hey, mariah, if you insult me again, no wedding gift.

Rey: What, you mean this one isn’t from you?

Nick: No.

Mariah: Mom?

Sharon: Uh, no, you said no gifts. I followed instructions.

Mariah: Huh.

Abby: How does he seem to you?

Chance: I don’t know, but he’s definitely asleep now.

Abby: Really?

Chance: Yeah, I just patted him a little bit, and he knocked right off.

Abby: Hmm.

Chance: What do you think?

Abby: [ Sighs ] Well, he’s definitely sleeping, but what about his breathing? I mean, does it seem normal to you or different somehow?

Chance: I mean, he looks just fine to me.

Abby: What should we do?

Chance: Finish getting ready, leave him in louise’s capable hands, and go to the engagement party, yeah?

Abby: Yeah, I mean, he is sleeping so soundly.

Chance: I’ll take 100% of the credit for that.

[ Chuckles ] I think this is the first time i got him to go to sleep like that. Hmm. Would you look at that? Somebody’s getting the hang of this parenting thing, huh?

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Mariah: I wonder what it could be.

Tessa: Ooh, panini maker?

Faith: Uh, hers and hers towel sets?

Mariah: Noah, any guesses?

Noah: Nope.

Moses: Could it be a turntable?

Nick: Charcuterie board? I like a good charcuterie.

Sharon: [ Chuckles ] You know what? A cashmere throw would be fantastic.

Mariah: Yeah, I just don’t know what it could be.

Rey: Well, we know it didn’t come from anyone here who’s guessing, so…

Sharon: What do you think we should do, detective? Fingerprints?

Noah: Interrogation.

Rey: I suggest we read the card.

Nick: Such a good cop.

[ Laughter ]

Tessa: Okay, let’s see. Ooh, pretty card.

Mariah: Alright, what does it say?

Tessa: “Wishing you all the love in the universe, from now until the end of time. Best wishes, kevin and chloe.”

Mariah: Aww.

Faith: That is so sweet.

Tessa: Well, that’s not all. “Sorry we can’t make it to the party, but we’re compensating for our absence by breaking the no presents rule.”

Mariah: Got it.

Tessa: Want to do the honors?

Mariah: Yeah, let’s do this together.

Tessa: Okay.

Mariah: Okay.

Rey: What in the world?

Mariah: Wow.

Tessa: Oh, my goodness.

Noah: What is that?

Mariah: This is the most “kevin” gift ever.

Tessa: Is your family crest?

Sharon: No, not at all.

Faith: I was really hoping it was.

Tessa: Uh, so you’re a secret superhero or warrior goddess? I mean, is there anything else i should know before we get married?

Mariah: So, this is a shield from kevin and my favorite book series, “the kingdom beyond.”

Tessa: Oh, my goodness.

Mariah: Yeah, and there’s this really infamous royal wedding in it, and —

Tessa: Oh, okay, that explains this section of the card — “wishing you a far less bloody jousting, but the same high romance as –”

Mariah: Arboreal and rebastian, yes.

Tessa: Oh, yes, of course.

Rey: Wow, wow.

Noah: That is a — that’s really something.

Sharon: It’s quite a gift.

Tessa: Yeah.

Nick: I should’ve got you a shield.

[ Laughter ]

Tessa: I think it’s perfect.

Mariah: You do?

Tessa: Yeah, we’ll hang it up on our wall. It’ll protect us from spiders and enchantments.

Mariah: And I thought that i couldn’t love you more than I do now.

Tessa: [ Laughs ]

Amanda: Wow.

Devon: Look at this. Well, I told you we should’ve brought a gift.

Tessa: Devon, amanda, come in.

Devon: Hey, guys.

Mariah: Hi, guys.

Tessa: Hi!

Amanda: Hi. Wow, well, any gift we would’ve brought would pale in comparison to this very lovely looking shield thing.

Noah: Incredible, isn’t it?

Rey: Hey. Champagne?

Devon: Oh, definitely.

Sharon: Best sound in the world.

Devon: Definitely.

Tessa: Wow, you guys look great.

Mariah: Yeah.

Devon: Look who’s talking. You guys are glowing.

Tessa: Oh, well, we’ve never been happier.

Devon: It’s just gonna keep getting better and better. Wait till your album drops and everybody in the world’s loving it.

Tessa: Ah, well, it still couldn’t touch being engaged to the love of my life.

Mariah: And being surrounded by our friends and our family.

Devon: [ Chuckles ]

Amanda: Speaking of friends, are abby and chance no-shows?

Tessa: Uh, I mean, as far as we know, they should be here any minute.

Devon: Good.

Mariah: Okay, so you know me, and if I feel something, I just got to say it, so…how is the shared custody thing going? Lactaid is 100% real milk, just without the lactose.

Rey: Here you are.

Amanda: Thank you so much.

Devon: Thank you very much, rey.

Rey: Enjoy.

Amanda: Thank you.

Devon: So to answer your question, we’re just starting to get our feet wet with the whole custody thing.

Tessa: Have you had a chance to have dom at your place?

Devon: Yeah, we have.

Mariah: And how is abby handling that?

Devon: She’s okay. It’s a little tough for her to say goodbye to him, but I’m doing everything I can to make it easy for her.

Amanda: Yeah, and we did some video calls at bedtime with abby and chance.

Devon: Yeah, yeah, and we’re sticking to his schedule, so know that anytime he’s with us, you can come and visit.

Mariah: I would love that. Thank you.

Tessa: Does that offer also include a plus-one?

Amanda: Of course. You know you’re always welcome.

Mariah: Well, actually, the plus-one would be for somebody a lot younger, smaller.

Amanda: Wait a minute, are you —

Devon: Are you guys —

Mariah: Yeah, we’re hoping to adopt.

Devon: Wow.

Amanda: That’s wonderful.

Devon: Oh, my gosh, we’re gonna have to have little playdates in the future.

Tessa: Oh, definitely, yeah.

Devon: That’s really special you guys are thinking of doing that. You know what adoption means to me. Changed my life in ways I never could have imagined.

Amanda: Every time I think about a child finding their forever home, you know, being part of a real family, it just…

Devon: Oh. Hey, if you guys ever have any questions or, you know, want advice…

Amanda: Yeah, about anything in the process, what the child might be feeling.

Devon: Come to us.

Amanda: Yes, we’ll be honored, truly.

Tessa: Oh, thank you. We will.

Mariah: Uh, mom, have you heard from abby and chance yet?

Sharon: Um, as far as I know, they’re coming. Rey, have you heard from chance?

Rey: Uh, yeah, I spoke to him about him coming back to work tomorrow.

Faith: So how’s it, like, working for dad again?

Noah: The unvarnished truth?

Nick: I’d like to know the answer to that.

Noah: Well, we are helping to change the world, so I kind of love it. You should join us.

Moses: Yeah, new hope becomes new hope and faith. I like the sound of that.

Nick: That business degree you’ve been talking about could come in handy.

Noah: Business degree — what business degree?

Faith: Nothing’s set in stone yet, but I have been looking at some colleges with good business programs.

Noah: Impressive, kid. Better tell aunt victoria to watch her back. There’s a new young mogul in the wings, waiting to sit on grandpa’s throne.

[ Chuckles ]

Devon: I wonder what’s keeping them.

Amanda: Well, you know what it’s like when you have a baby. You think everything’s going according to plan, and then, all of a sudden…

Tessa: Abby, chance, hi!

Mariah: I’m so glad you guys could make it.

Chance: We wouldn’t miss it for the world.

[Doorbell]

Devon: I was afraid you weren’t gonna make it.

Abby: Sorry, yeah, we’re late. It’s just so hard for me to tear myself away from dom.

Devon: I completely understand.

Mariah: So I heard you guys signed the shared custody agreement.

Abby: We did.

Devon: Yeah.

Mariah: Well, that’s great. It’s so nice to see you guys made peace.

Abby: You know what? Tonight is all about you and tessa, so let’s just celebrate that.

[ Chuckles ]

Devon: That’s right, it’s not about us. It’s about the two of you.

Mariah: Well, yeah, but i can’t help but think back to, you know, when we decided to go on this crazy adventure.

Abby: The baby chancellor crew.

Devon: Yeah, that’s when we were planning on creating a little baby we couldn’t even picture yet.

Mariah: And look, I know that not everything went the way that we thought it would, but all of those bumps along the way, i mean, it just made our bond even stronger. And we will always have a connection to each other because of dom — you and abby’s child.

Abby: Our child. And you will forever be included in that, mariah.

[ Chuckles ]

Mariah: Okay, now that the sappy stuff is over with, let’s party.

Devon: Party?

Mariah: Yep.

Abby: Let’s do it.

Mariah: [ Laughs ]

It’s the best time of the day

let the feeling flow my way

birds are singing all their favorite songs

there is nothing more I need

let the music be my lead

everything is right and nothing’s wrong

Dude, get in here.

Come right in

hello, sunshine

where you been?

Sharon: Abby, I’m so glad you made it.

Abby: Me too.

Sharon: I heard that chance is going back to work. Did he end up finding a therapist?

Abby: Actually, he said no to therapy. Uh, he said that returning to the workforce will really help him get back on track. But before we left, I noticed that he was really connecting with dom, so I think things are looking up.

Rainbow to the sky

Rey: Tomorrow’s a big day.

Chance: Yeah. Looking forward to it. It’s about time you had a good cop to your bad cop again.

Rey: Oh, I’m the bad cop? Ha, come on, I’m a sweetheart.

Chance: This guy right here, I’ll tell you what. Tough as nails.

Abby: Oh, well, crime in genoa city doesn’t stand a chance with you teaming up again.

Rey: I need a refill. You two need anything?

Chance: No, I’m okay.

Hello, sunshine

Abby: You know, if tomorrow’s too soon, you can always postpone.

Chance: Oh, no, no, I need this. It’s gonna balance me out. I know it.

Faith: “Wish you happiness and success and a grammy by your first anniversary.” Clever.

Moses: Thanks. You’re up.

Come right in

hello, sunshine

Mariah: Writer’s block?

Where you been?

Mariah: You know, if you can’t think of anything to write, you could just draw something. It’ll be worth a fortune one day.

Noah: Look, I — I know tessa told you some insanity about me still having feelings for her, but…I wanted you to know that there’s nothing to worry about, so, I don’t know, just don’t — don’t hate me.

Mariah: I am not upset with you in the least. The person I’m upset with is myself. I could’ve waited to tell my doctor my heart

“The young and the restless”

will continue.

Noah: Why would you be angry with yourself?

Mariah: I haven’t forgotten how tessa and I got together in the first place. The two of you were a couple.

Noah: Mariah, that was a lifetime ago. Okay? We’ve moved on, all of us.

Mariah: I know. But I just wanted to thank you for forgiving me and for understanding. And I love you so much, I can’t help hurting for you.

Noah: You shouldn’t be worrying about me. You should be enjoying the party.

Mariah: Well, too bad. I can’t help it. Tessa is — she’s awesome. I can’t blame anyone for realizing that. I just want you to be okay.

Noah: I am. Okay? I am. And all I want now is for you and tessa to be ecstatically happy forever. Okay? Believe that.

Nick: Hey, stranger. How are you?

Abby: I am good. You know, I am so happy for tessa and mariah. They deserve all this and so much more.

Nick: They do. But I was asking about you.

Abby: So you heard about us sharing custody of dom with devon.

Nick: I did. It was a surprise.

Abby: Yeah, you know, it all happened so fast, and honestly, I just — I couldn’t handle any family interference, for my own sanity.

Nick: Yeah, couldn’t have been an easy decision for you.

Abby: No, it wasn’t, but dominic has more love in his life than he could ever know what to do with.

Nick: He’s a lucky guy. And honestly, if you’re okay with it, then so am I. Just know, abby, if you ever need anything, I’m always here.

Abby: I will remember that.

Sharon: Family and honored friends, we are here tonight to not only celebrate the happy couple, but also the music that was inspired by their love. Now, not everyone has a literal soundtrack to their lives. You would have to be fortunate enough to fall in love with a musical genius to get that.

Tessa: [ Laughs ]

Sharon: So we are among the first to hear tessa’s new album, and without further ado…

Tessa: Well, I am definitely not worthy of that praise.

Mariah: You are worth every bit of it and more.

Tessa: Do you see me now

with the holes in my jeans

Mariah: Does everybody hear that music or is just me? Because I hear music every time I kiss her.

Tessa: Aww. Mm. So cheesy. Marry me?

Mariah: Try and stop me.

[ Both laugh ]

Tessa: Just what I am

it’s not temporary

here nor there

I’m not coming round

it holds me back, the guilt’s a trap

I’ve tried to make it out

but you don’t seem to mind the mess

the wreckage is our house

we have fought to keep this going

our eyes aren’t dry, the light’s still showing

every cloud, you know the rest

baby, there’s no at our best

we have fought keep this going

our eyes aren’t dry, the light’s still showing

every cloud, you know the rest

baby, there’s no at our best

[ Cheers and applause ]

Sharon: Wow!

Rey: Now, that — that was beautiful.

Devon: It was. I think we have a hit on our hands.

Amanda: Said by the hit-maker.

Sharon: Makes me remember when she sang for our wedding.

Rey: Oh.

Tessa: Okay, see, this is what I didn’t want — everyone focusing on the song and the release and not the inspiration behind it.

Mariah: I am so proud of you. We all are.

Sharon: And this is why mariah was the inspiration for tessa’s songs. They have been through so much, and they supported and they loved each other through all of the changes in their lives. They’re really an inspiration to all of us.

Noah: Actually, there’s something I’d like to say, if i could just have the floor for a minute. (Cyclist) why is ice t in a speed walking crew?

Sharon: Why don’t you save your speech for later, after you think about what you want to say?

Noah: Oh, no, no, no, mom. I’ve given this a lot of thought, and it’s — it’s something that I need to do. I will always remember the first time that I heard tessa sing. She opened her mouth and the sound that came forth, it was… it was by far the most beautiful thing that I had ever heard. That’s when I realized how special she is. And I am so glad that she found someone just as special as she is to share her life with. Now, a love like theirs, it doesn’t come around every day. There’s a beauty in its strength. Since the time they’ve gotten together, they have focused on learning about one another, listening better, loving harder, and we all should all be so lucky to find a love like theirs one day. A love that’ll last forever. So, please, everyone, join me in raising a toast to mariah and tessa. Made for each other and proof that dreams do come true.

Devon: Hear, hear.

Sharon: Hear, hear.

Sharon: That was lovely. Now, we just need to find you someone to love like that.

Mariah: Thank you, noah, for those beautiful words. Uh, so the party isn’t over. We just wanted to take the opportunity to thank you all for being with us tonight. You mean so much to us, and you’ve witnessed our past and now you get to bear witness to our future.

Tessa: Yeah, we wouldn’t be where we are today if it wasn’t for the support of each and every one of you.

Mariah: I look around the room, and I see so much love, and I’m just honored to be a part of it.

Tessa: I do especially want to thank mariah’s family for making me feel like I belong, and especially sharon, for teaching me about motherhood and family.

Mariah: And for throwing a kick-ass party. Am I right?

Tessa: Yeah.

Mariah: And now, to my incomparable bride-to-be, I am so excited to walk down the aisle to you.

Tessa: Oh, are we having an aisle?

Mariah: Uh, well, as you can see, there’s still a few details that need to be worked out, but I promise, there will be a wedding at some point.

[ Cheers and applause ]

Tessa: Oh, you’re leaving?

Chance: Yeah, we were just about to say our goodbyes. We didn’t want to take you away from your guests.

Mariah: Well, I’m sorry that you guys have to go, but thank you so much for coming.

Tessa: Yeah, give dom our love.

Abby: We will. Congratulations.

Chance: Congratulations.

Mariah: Night, guys.

Abby: Good night.

Tessa: That’s gonna be us one day. Running home to our little one.

Mariah: [ Chuckles ]

Abby: Louise, hey, we’re home.

Louise: Hi.

Abby: Hey, how is he?

Louise: He’s fine. He slept the whole time you guys were gone.

Abby: Really?

Louise: Yeah, he didn’t even wake up to take his bottle.

Abby: [ Exhales sharply ]

Chance: Well, thank you again, louise. We appreciate it.

Abby: Dominic, hey. Dom. Hey, it’s mommy. Mommy and daddy are here, dom.

Chance: Is he okay?

Abby: Does he look pale to you?

Mariah: Hey.

Tessa: Hi.

Mariah: You guys leaving already?

Devon: We are. We wish we could stay, but she’s got a pile of work at home waiting for her.

Amanda: Yes, another long night for me.

Tessa: Well, thank you for coming by and hanging out with us.

Devon: Absolutely. There’s nowhere else we’d rather be, guys.

Amanda: So thrilled for the two of you and all of the good things that you have coming your way.

Mariah: Well, we are honored to have amazing people to celebrate them with.

[ Chuckles ]

Amanda: Well, congrats again on the album, tessa.

Devon: Oh, yeah. That’s a work of art. It’s gonna blow up when it comes out, you know that.

Tessa: Oh, thank you.

Devon: It’s true. We’ll see you guys soon, alright?

Mariah: Bye, guys.

Tessa: Bye.

Devon: See ya.

Tessa: Bye. Thank you, guys.

Faith: Mariah, can I talk to you for a second?

Tessa: Is everything okay?

Mariah: Yeah, yeah, I’ll just be a minute, that’s all.

Faith: What do you think?

Mariah: Yeah, now is perfect. It’s the perfect time, so let’s do this.

Faith: Okay.

Tessa: Are you gonna tell me what that was all about?

Mariah: Mm…no. I want to make you wait, and listen.

Tessa: Do you see me now

Mariah: Do you want to dance with me?

Tessa: With the holes in my jeans

Mariah: [ Chuckles ]

Tessa: In a momentary wear and tear in the in-between so is this what it feels like?

Mariah: What?

Tessa: Dancing on clouds.

[ Both laugh ]

It’s not temporary

here nor there

Sharon: Maybe it was a bad idea to put noah through this. I think tonight was hard on him.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Yeah. Poor kid. I’m gonna get him out of here.

Sharon: Okay, thanks.

Tessa: But you don’t seem to mind the mess

the wreckage is our house

Nick: Hey. Man, let’s go see a movie or something. Come on.

Noah: Good idea.

Tessa: The light’s still showing

every cloud, you know the rest

baby, there’s no at our best

draw the silver line around us

chase the thread until we find us

Next week on

“the young and the restless”…

Adam: I want you as much as you want me.

Sally: Oh, my god.

Adam: But…

Lily: I kind of saw this coming, and I think I know what it is.

Devon: And what’d the doctor say?

Chance: Well, his physical tests came back pretty normal, but she wanted to take some blood tests just to be sure.

Devon: She wanted to take blood tests for what?

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Victoria: So, looking at the deal memo for the newman media acquisition, I just have a few preliminary questions before we start.

Victor: Well, let me ask you, sweetheart — shouldn’t we wait for ashland? Wouldn’t he want to be part of this discussion?

Victoria: Well, he won’t be joining us.

Nikki: Oh?

Victoria: He has an appointment scheduled to monitor his cancer treatment. Well, I mean, naturally, that takes priority. Wouldn’t you agree? Don’t worry. I’ll fill him in on everything that we discuss.

Nikki: Well, I think it’s just wonderful how well the treatment seems to be working. Ashland has made remarkable progress.

Victor: It almost borders on the miraculous, doesn’t it?

Ashland: You know, nate, I’ve never been a religious man, and I — I’ve never really believed in miracles until now. And given the trend of my test results and how good I feel…

Nate: Advances in science and medicine can seem miraculous, especially in cases like this.

Ashland: Nate, I trust you. And I value your opinion as a doctor and as a friend. So please just tell me what’s on your mind.

Lauren: So, after calling him on his long list of excuses, that’s when he plays the supply-chain card, which I found very disingenuous —

[ Scoffs ] Michael?

Michael: Yeah. What?

Lauren: Nate and ashland. You seem very fixated. Care to tell me what that’s about?

> Michael: Alright, pretend you haven’t heard this conversation.

Lauren: Ohh. Okay.

Michael: There are some issues surrounding the clinic behind ashland’s wondrously effective new protocol. They’re registered in peru as a nonprofit, but no one seems to quite know where their funding’s coming from.

Lauren: And this is what you’re working on for victor? His son-in-law’s medical treatment?

Michael: Since ashland’s started to recover, he’s been flexing his muscles around newman/locke. This has victor concerned about how that might affect victoria. And once he heard about the clinic’s curious accounting, well, that was enough to make him very suspicious.

Chelsea: Hey, um, you think i could put vases on the top? Or should I start another box?

Chloe: Well, this is all the fragile stuff, right? So let’s just consolidate.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] Yeah. You know, growing up with anita in all those crummy motel rooms, I never could have imagined a place like this, let alone one day calling it home. And now I’m about to walk out those doors for the last time, say goodbye to everything. I worked so hard to build a life here, and now there’s no trace of it. It’s all just — it’s all just memories.

Chloe: Moves like this bring all that up, all at once.

Chelsea: Yeah. And the fact that I’m a total failure.

Chloe: Stop. Now. You are not a failure. And not to sound like a greeting card, but every ending has its beginning. This is you being resilient. You are taking control of your& life. You’re reinventing yourself. And once you close this chapter, you’re gonna be able to move forward into the future.

Chelsea: You mean a future without adam.

Chloe: [ Sighs ]

Sally: Hey. I know you.

Adam: How’s it going?

Sally: Great. Yeah. This early-retirement thing is the best. I have been thinking about taking up snowboarding, seeing how it’s the dead of winter and all, just for a couple of quick lessons, and then, aspen, here i come.

Adam: I meant… how are things really going?

Sally: [ Sighs ] The truth?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Sally: I am freaked out about my future. Yo you ready?

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Chloe: Listen, I am not gonna lecture you about what’s-his-name. He is your past. And it really sucks when life doesn’t work out the way you dreamed. Change is really hard, but you made the choice to move out of the penthouse, which was a brilliant instinct. Do you know why? Because you are taking care of you, and, fyi, that is the exact opposite of being a failure. You are a true bad-ass. And your life is about to become so much better.

Chelsea: Can I get that in writing?

Chloe: [ Laughs ] Look, you don’t need me to validate you. You are taking your power back, and it is a sight to behold. But for everything else, I am your girl.

[ Laughs ] I will always be a friend who will love you and support you, no matter what. We have been through so much together.

Chelsea: I know that you’ll never be a fan of adam’S. I get it. But if I have to defend him every single time you come to our home —

Chloe: “Our home”! Oh, my god! No!

Chelsea: Please stop it. It is my life, and this is my decision, and you have to respect that.

Chloe: Okay. I understand that. But you are a mother now. And it’s not just about you.

Chelsea: You’re right. And I am doing what is best for my son. Connor deserves to have a real family. He deserves to be surrounded by all the people who love him — his mom and his dad and his godmother, who I’m looking at right now if she says yes.

Chloe: Wait, you’re — are you asking me to —

Chelsea: Yeah, I mean, I know it’s a lot to ask, but if anything were to ever happen to adam and me, I would feel so much better knowing that connor was with you. You’ve already done so much for him, chloe.

Chloe: The fact that you even thought of me…

Chelsea: Of course. So, is that a yes?

Chloe: Of cou– yes. Of course I would love to be the godmother of your son. And I promise to love him like my very own.

Chelsea: Oh.

Chloe: Oh, thank you.

Chelsea: You’ve always been such a rock for me.

Chloe: That hasn’t changed. And I know that you’re nervous.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ]

Chloe: It’s totally okay. But I have a feeling that things are going to turn around for us today. I have a really good feeling about it.

Chelsea: [ Chuckles ]

Sally: [ Sighs ] I came to this town to start over from beverly hills, one of the most glamorous spots on earth, to genoa city, wisconsin. And I was willing to put in the work to prove myself. I even took a job as lauren’s gofer when I had already run my own fashion house. But I did it with a smile on my face, and I proved myself again and again. And for what? It has been one dead end after another.

Adam: Oh, well, you’re leaving out the part — through no fault of your own.

Sally: Okay. Maybe I was responsible for a few of those roadblocks, but not this one. I am the one that put newman fashion on the map with victoria’s wedding dress. A couple months ago, I was the creative genius that designed the gown that everyone was clamoring for. And now I am still a genius, but I am I out of a job and I am out in the cold. Literally, I can’t even jump in the car and drive to the beach to try and make myself feel better.

Adam: Well, maybe not. But you could come to society, belly up to the bar with me, and grab a bite.

Sally: I would like that. That’s the best offer I’ve had all day. And, yes, before you say anything, it’s the only offer.

Adam: [ Clears throat ] Well, the day is not over.

Lauren: [ Whispering ] Why would victor feel the need to investigate the funding source for the clinic? You know, some countries’ laws are not as strict as ours, and maybe in peru a nonprofit doesn’t have to be as transparent.

Michael: Well, there are —

Lauren: And didn’t victor and nikki just give a very elaborate wedding in tuscany? Didn’t they welcome ashland into their family with open arms? When was their wedding? Like a few months ago? And all of a sudden victor is trying to undermine it?

Michael: We’re talking about a man who is constantly playing three-dimensional chess, thinking 10 moves ahead. It’s — it’s what makes working for him so interesting.

Lauren: But that does not answer my question. Ashland’s feeling better. He is too young to retire. Why is him going back into the workforce suddenly cause for suspicion?

Michael: Just call it caution. And given ashland’s history and reputation, probably not a bad thing.

Lauren: [ Sighs ] I — I don’t even know what to…

Michael: Alright, to be blunt, it is one thing to make allowances for a man who is about to die, but it is another thing now that it looks like he’s going to live.

Victor: “Miraculous.” Yes. I’m gonna go with that. This new treatment is nothing short of a godsend.&

Victor: Yeah, well, maybe your husband wants to project an image of strength, you know?

Victoria: What does that mean?

Victor: Well, I just wonder why he isn’t here today. I mean, is there more to it?

Victoria: [ Scoffs ] Like what?

Victor: I don’t know. Maybe there are aspects of his illness he doesn’t want anyone to know about except for you.

Victoria: I can assure you that he had a very important appointment scheduled on his calendar, one that he didn’t want to miss. He didn’t try to skip out on this meeting.

Nikki: Of course not, darling. We understand.

Victoria: He’s not trying to hide something, if that’s what you’re saying.

Victor: I’m just curious about his condition.

Victoria: You know, when ashland was going through the chemotherapy, it was awful for him. He was sick and shaky.

Victor: Yeah.

Victoria: It was very hard for him to put on a good face because, you know, he didn’t want people to pity him or to be uncomfortable.

Victor: Of course.

Victoria: But now he’s feeling much stronger, and every day he’s more and more like his old self.

Nikki: That is so encouraging.

Victoria: It is. I know.

Victor: I still — you know, I just keep on wondering, why did he go all the way to peru, you know, to find this obscure and experimental, you know, procedure to heal him of his cancer, where he could have found the best institutions that deal with that kind of stuff here in this country?

Victoria: Daddy, you’re dancing around something. What is it that you really want to say? When I get a migraine,

Nikki: Darling, I think your father just wants to know if ashland is really doing as well as he seems to be. That’s all.

Victor: Sweetheart, I’m just wondering how things will look going forward. I mean, ashland expressed the idea that he wants to be very involved in the new business, you know? So, uh, will he be able to withstand all that stress?

Victoria: That is ashland’s intention, as much as his health will allow.

Victor: I guess we don’t have to worry about that. I mean, he seems to have recovered miraculously, you know?

Nate: When you enrolled in this trial, I was careful to temper my expectations. Even though the protocol had shown some promising results, I had doubts, grave doubts, you know, given the unproven nature of the treatment and how advanced your cancer was. But the chemo wasn’t working and you were out of options. You and victoria did the legwork to find the study, and I was not about to stand in your way. Now the results speak for themselves. Your disease has stopped progressing.

Ashland: Well, I was so thankful to find this treatment when we did. You said so yourself that I was running out of time. And then the universe cut me a break. Then to meet victoria and only have a few months with her seemed like a terrible twist of fate.

Nate: This is true.

Ashland: In the beginning, I was adamant. I had no intention of getting on that carousel of endless drugs being pumped through me and getting weaker and weaker. And victoria refused to accept it. And she insisted that I fight, so I did, for her, so that we could have a chance to have more time together. I know I’m not out of the woods yet, nate. I’m just pleased that, you know, I’ve come so far.

Nate: This treatment has exceeded my expectations. I have never been happier to be wrong.

Chelsea: Thank you.

Michael: Of course. I will leave you ladies to your meeting.

Lauren: Well, it was nice having you all to myself, however briefly.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Michael: Oh. Sorry.

Lauren: It’s alright. Take it.

Michael: Okay. Michael.

Chloe: Thank you for meeting with us.

Lauren: Yes. Why did you want to meet?

Chelsea: We have a proposition for you.

Chloe: It’s about fenmore’s, actually.

Lauren: Oh. Okay. I’m listening.

Chloe: Well, you know how well newman fashion was doing as a division of newman media.

Chelsea: The future looked bright, so many plans, all potentially quite lucrative.

Chloe: It was just a matter of creating the right team to execute it all.

Lauren: Well, I know that newman/locke is buying newman media and you had almost no warning.

Chelsea: None, actually.

Chloe: Still, we see it as an opportunity. Even if victoria had made another call, we believe that her vision was just too limited for the goals that we have in mind.

Lauren: You know, it’s nice seeing the two of you together again. You spark off each other very well.

Chelsea: Aww. We think so.

Lauren: [ Chuckles ] So, chloe and I got past our issues regarding victoria’s wedding dress, but the last time you worked for me…

Chelsea: I behaved abominably. I know.

Lauren: I know we’re putting that behind us, but it will factor into my thinking.

Chelsea: You know, that’s the old chelsea. I’m a different person now, you know? I am focused on just starting over and creating a stable environment for my son. And truly, lauren, I would just like to make it up to you.

Chloe: And these fresh, new ideas that we can bring to fenmore’s, which are already generating so much buzz.

Chelsea: Yeah. We want to build on the momentum, make our success your success.

Lauren: Well, as long as it doesn’t include sally spectra, I will definitely entertain a proposal.

Itchy?

Ashland: I don’t suppose you’ve given any more thought to the offer I made?

Nate: I’ll admit… I was flattered.

Ashland: Something I learned a long time ago — just because someone comes with impeccable credentials, an mba from the most august business school, that doesn’t mean that they’re gonna be the most effective hire.

Nate: I can’t help wondering if you’re only wanting to bring me on board because we’re friends.

Ashland: Well, I’m not, uh, offering you this job because you’re a friend, which you are.

[ Sighs ] I made this decision because I’ve learned to trust my gut and listen to it. You’re gonna need to be mentored, provided with guidance, but you have all the tools that you need. And you come with a world view that is invaluable. You have worked with people going through the — the most difficult life-and-death problems, the most unfortunate and delicate of choices. And you have worked within those systems that control those choices. You understand how decisions that are made at the top impact people. So I am offering the opportunity for you to become one of those decision makers, but on a much larger scale.

Nate: Again, I am flattered, but I am nowhere near ready to turn my back on medicine, even if my career hasn’t turned out the way I planned.

Ashland: I respect that. I just wanted you to understand what my thinking was, why I made the offer, which still stands. I always want someone with your level of integrity and your intellect, someone I trust to be on my team.

Nate: I appreciate the kind words.

Ashland: I’ve enjoyed this, as always, and I hope we can do it again soon, but unfortunately I’ve got to run to my next appointment.

Nate: Here’s hoping your labs have continued to trend in the right direction.

Ashland: Thank you, brother.

Michael: Thank you so much for the information. I’m sure it’s gonna prove to be useful.

Sally: So much talent at one table, all women I am proud to have worked with.

Lauren: It’s too bad you couldn’t trust your own talent. Because, believe me, it would have been enough to make you a success.

Sally: Chloe, I will always be grateful for you taking me on after the mistake that I made, giving me a chance to prove myself. I am very proud of everything that we did together.

Chloe: I’m really sorry it didn’t work out.

Chelsea: Well, that’s life for ya. Onward and upward, right? Uh, if you don’t mind, we’re in the middle of an important business meeting.

Chloe: Best of luck, sally.

Lauren: You’ll land somewhere…eventually.

Adam: Hey! Sally’s gonna be just fine, actually, because she is coming to work with me at newman media. Come on.

[ Whispering ] I am sorry I was late. Parking was a bear.

Sally: No, your timing could not have been more perfect.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Adam: Will you give me a second?

Sally: We have a lot to discuss.

Adam: Hello? Um…

Michael: Hey, uh, nate, are you in a rush to get to work?

Nate: Uh, no, michael. What’s up?

Michael: I just saw ashland take off looking incredibly well.

Nate: Oh, you two are friends?

Michael: We just met recently, but as someone who’s close to victor and victoria, I mean, I’m relieved to see his condition improving. I mean, it’s that experimental protocol from south america, isn’t it?

Nate: Yeah. Peru. Seems to be working.

Michael: Oh, that’s great. You know, having had my own bout with cancer, I know what a — a roller-coaster ride it can be. I mean, at a certain point, you’re willing to try anything,

[Chuckles] No matter how unorthodox.

Nate: Yeah, I’m sure a lot of patients would agree.

Michael: So, what do you think about this new treatment? I mean, is it the breakthrough the world has been waiting for?

Nate: Well, I only have ashland’s case to go by, but the evidence is compelling… almost too good to be true.

Michael: Hmm.

[ Cellphone pings ]

Nate: The hospital. Looks like I do need to get back.

Michael: Sure. Thank you.

Nate: Good day.

Adam: Ah, a man deep in thought.

Michael: What’s going on, adam?

Adam: Well, I should be asking you that. What exactly is my father having you do for him?

Michael: Oh, we still haven’t finalized that. But, you know, I get the feeling your father’s a restless man and he — he sees me as a kindred spirit.

Adam: Ah.

Michael: Have a good day.

Adam: I have kept you waiting again. I’m sorry.

Sally: No problem. Thanks again for the save back there. I assume that you did that so i would seem a little less pathetic.

Adam: What are you talking about? It looked to me like you were holding your own.

Sally: Well, in a few days, when anyone asks, I’ll just say that we couldn’t come to terms on a salary and the deal fell through.

Adam: [ Sighs ] As much as I really enjoyed that mic-drop moment, I actually have been considering offering you a job for real. Lactaid is 100% real milk, just without the lactose.

“The young and the restless”

will continue.

Can you save water running a

less-than-full dishwasher?

Adam: Look, I know that your goal was to to turn the platform into an actual fashion house because design is your passion.

Sally: Yeah. Victoria pulled the plug on all of it. Newman fashion is dead.

Adam: Well…but you’re business-savvy and you have drive and victoria likes you, which is half the battle. Okay, look, I know this isn’t a dream scenario and we would have to work out the details. And, hell, I don’t even know what you would do or what your title would be —

Sally: Wait, is this on the level?

Adam: A job is yours… if you want it.

Sally: Yes. I want it.

Chloe: It could be an exclusive new line available only at fenmore’s — or some other arrangement that works for us both. But we are open to the full range of possibilities, aren’t we, chelsea?

Chelsea: Absolutely.

Chloe: One thought we had was to introduce a new social-media element to your website so we can have streaming video of exclusive fashion events, live q&as.

Lauren: Right. So, is this a subscription model, or is this open for everyone?

Chloe: Um, either — either/or. But I think that we want to show is how to incorporate each season’s new pieces with the basics that you already have in your closet and show them how to create a new, updated, fresh look. So, staying on trend doesn’t have to be this cookie-cutter approach, or it doesn’t have to break the bank.

Chelsea: Right. Yes. Let’s say you like the designs, the pencil skirts I designed for spring. We show you how to wear them as an office look, on a special occasion, as a — um, a date night, depending on, um — dep– uh, depending on —

Chloe: Color, accessories, makeup.

Chelsea: Shoes!

Chloe: We love shoes.

Lauren: Oh, yes, we do love shoes.

[ Laughs ] Now, what about comments? You know social media these days.

Chloe: No, I know. I know. It can be gruesome.

Chelsea: Yes. We can change the posts. You know, anything — we can weed out anything that has a negative connotation to our brand.

Lauren: Alright, well, I am loving what I’m hearing. Why don’t you put together a business plan, and let’s meet later in the week.

Chloe: Thank you so much, lauren. We are thrilled that you are even giving us a shoT.

Lauren: [ Laughs ]

Chelsea: Beyond thrilled.

Ashland: Hello, beautiful. I’m back.

Victoria: How was your doctor’s appointment?

Ashland: The news is still good. The numbers are holding. The cancer is in check.

Victoria: That’s wonderful!

Ashland: Ah, I was braced for the worst, for the doctor to tell me that all of my progress…

Victoria: No.

Ashland: …Has been erased.

Victoria: Only positive thoughts.

Ashland: You know, I just know how lucky I am, how impossibly lucky. Now I want to hear all about your meeting with nikki and victor, how the discussion about the purchase of newman media went.

Victoria: Well, my father was curious as to why you didn’t attend.

Ashland: [ Laughs ] You know, that is so funny. I often get the sense that your father would prefer to deal with you alone. And when I don’t show, he questions it. It’s very bizarre.

Victoria: That’s my father, always looking for a reason to be disappointed.

Ashland: Well, I hope you explained that only a doctor’s appointment would keep me away.

Victoria: I reminded him of your priority. But, um…

Ashland: But victor had a problem with that.

Victoria: He kept wondering out loud about your treatment and your overall health.

Ashland: In what way?

Victor: Nate and ashland, huh?

Michael: Yes, together, being very chummy. It seemed strange to me.

Victor: Well, I know nate, you know, tried to talk positively to him and offered him some treatment options.

Michael: Still, those two? Friends? Nate’s this genuinely good guy who’s dedicated his life to healing people, the polar opposite of [Chuckles] The “locke-ness monster,” who apparently likes to crush his enemies before breakfast.

Victor: Yeah.

[ Chuckles ] That’s the reputation he has. But, you know, when a man faces his own morality…

Michael: Yeah. Granted, a serious illness will force you to reevaluate your life choices.

Victor: But I agree with you. The fact that ashland asked nate to be his best man in the wedding without really knowing him I found rather odd.

Michael: Decency by association.

Victor: That’s a point.

Michael: After ashland left, I went over to nate’s table to say hello and kind of eased into the topic of ashland’s health, you know, this previously unheard-of drug protocol from south america that was getting results that nobody expected, least of all nate.

Victor: What did he say?

Michael: Well, the man’s the head of surgery. He’s not going to run afoul of the privacy laws, especially not with an ex-prosecutor. However, when we were talking about how well the treatment was working, he made this offhand remark that stuck in my mind. “It’s almost too good to be true.” Do you think ashland’s lying? That it’s not really stopping the spread of the cancer? And what would be his motive for saying something like that? If you have type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure…

Chloe: I am so happy about lauren’s response. She seemed really excited about collaborating with us.

Chelsea: Well, why wouldn’t she? Your pitch was brilliant.

Chloe: Thanks. You didn’t do too bad yourself.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] You mean once I had my head in the game. Sorry. I got so distracted by… you know. I owe you an apology.

Chloe: No, you don’T. Don’t worry about it. It’s an emotional day for you.

Chelsea: That’s no excuse. I need to focus. There’s too much at stake.

Chloe: Well, I’m glad you see that because this is a tremendous opportunity. I just wanted to show lauren that she would be lucky to work with us. And we cannot let sally showing up like that take our eyes off of the prize.

Chelsea: I’m talking about adam. What was that? The way he came to her rescue, pretending to offer her a job? Sally looked shocked, which means that position doesn’t even exist. I am so sick of these games.

Chloe: Then don’t play. Refuse to engage.

Chelsea: It’s easier said than done.

Chloe: Adam just had his company sold out from under him. He is working with his sister and ashland locke, which you know is going to make him crazy. And sally just got cut loose once again. But you and me — we are onto bigger and better things.

Chelsea: You know what? You’re right. Let’s go work on that proposal.

Chloe: I told you today was gonna be a good day. Things are looking up for us.

Chelsea: [ Chuckles ]

Sally: Well, this is so exciting, isn’t it, all of us taking on new challenges? Or hoping to, in your case. Anyway, good luck with lauren. She can be such a stickler. But I’m sure you’ll do great.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Well, here’s your coat. Can’t forget that.

Sally: Yes.

Adam: It’s really cold out there. Got it? Okay.

Sally: Alright, gotta go. Gonna head back to the office and discuss the details of my new job.

Adam: Okay.

Chelsea: Eyes on the prize.

Victoria: Dad was asking about your health in terms of your ability to work.

Ashland: My stamina?

Victoria: Not exactly.

Ashland: Oh. Okay. Then the opposite then. He wants to know if I’m feeling strong enough to be a full partner to you.

Victoria: I’m guessing. He claims that he just wants to know what things are gonna look like moving forward.

Ashland: Well, I can’t answer that. The treatment is new. All we have to go on are the test results. All I know is that I’m just glad to have today [Chuckles] To be feeling like I’m — I’m strong enough to enjoy this — this beautiful thing that we’ve created.

Victoria: I know. I know. And I doubt that it was all directed at you.

Ashland: Do you think he’s toying with you?

Victoria: I’m sure he wouldn’t mind shaking me up a little bit…just because of the chance that you’ll be more involved. I’m sure my father wants me to act like a proper newman and see you as a threat.

Ashland: Well, victor liked me well enough when he thought I’d be checking out prematurely. But now that it looks like I’ll be living long enough to help run his empire, I mean… what was he thinking? That I would use these gifts that I’ve gotten to undermine my wife?

Victor: I’m not sure what ashland locke’s motives are. But something doesn’t smell right.

Michael: I did some digging into the clinic where the experimental trials are being run. I got a call back on the way over.

Victor: Oh, yeah? And what did they say?

Michael: Lo and behold, there’s a shell company providing the cash to finance operations. Guess who the trail leads back to.

Victor: Ashland locke?

Michael: Bingo.

Victor: Mm-hmm. Now, why would he conceal the fact that he is funding a clinic in some obscure place in peru, a clinic that has a therapy that saved his life? Why would he not talk about that?

Michael: What are you thinking? The world is full of make or break moments.

Victoria: Just so you know, this was all coming from my dad. Mom was doing her best to try to keep the peace.

Ashland: Well, because nikki has better things to do than to play politics.

Victoria: Yes, most of the time.

Ashland: You know, I wish that victor would stop working so hard to try to get to you, to plant these unsettling thoughts in your head. Clearly, he has an agenda.

Victoria: Well, that’s a given.

Ashland: We’ll just have to be on guard.

Victoria: I love how cool and calm you are in the face of all of this meddling.

Ashland: Well, I’m not like the other men in your life. I’m used to squaring off with my fellow masters of the universe and besting them. And now I have a better sense of how this particular master’s mind-set works.

Victoria: Really?

Ashland: Mm-hmm.

Victoria: What’s your takeaway?

Ashland: Victor expects unconditional loyalty from his children, but he reserves the right to shift his loyalties as he sees fit, to throw his support into another offspring to suit him without warning.

Victoria: Are you implying that my father doesn’t play fair?

Ashland: He likes to keep you off-balance, each and every one of you kids. I’ve observed that that’s his go-to move. That’s the reason why he is trying to subvert your trust in me. He realizes that you and I are much more formidable as a team. And I think that he was hoping that my illness would keep me from being a force at newman/locke.

Victoria: You might be right about that.

Ashland: I am. But I am regaining my strength every day. And unfortunately for your father, he’s gonna have to contend with the fact that I am going to be a full partner in this business with you. I’m back. And whatever victor may be planning… I will stand with you.

Victor: I want you to keep digging. I think all the answers we are after you’ll find in that clinic in peru.

Michael: Wait a minute. You — you want me to go to peru?

[ Stammers ] For however long this takes?

Victor: That’s right.

Michael: I mean, do you remember a certain promise you made to me when I took this job, having to do with boundaries and lauren being my priority? Do you remember that?

Victor: I promised you i wouldn’t wake you up at 2:00 in the morning. There’s daytime.

Michael: Ohh. She is not gonna like me taking off to south america at the drop of a hat. Ugh! Okay, I’ll do it. Given what I’ve learned already, I’m almost — almost as keen as you are to solve this mystery.

Victor: See? I knew it. I knew this would pique your interest. Cheers.

Sally: What a fantastic day. I can’t wait to show you how smart you were to snap me up.

Adam: Sally, you don’t have to convince me. Just, um, do an amazing job.

Sally: I was feeling so rotten before and played out and sick of all the backstabbing and maneuvering that always seems to be directed at me, when I all i ever wanted…

[ Sighs ]

[ Chuckles ] Thank you so much for giving me this chance.

Adam: [ Inhales sharply ]

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Devon: Thanks. You ready to go to abby’s?

Amanda: You can’t wait to sign these custody papers, can you?

Devon: I brought my own pen.

Amanda: Aww, look at you. Well, like I said, if there is anything that you want to amend or add, you just let me know, okay?

Devon: I wouldn’t want to change a word. It’s everything that I want. It’s time with my son in my home. And the best part of all of it is we don’t have to go to court.

Amanda: Yeah, it is always better to settle this as friends.

Devon: Absolutely. And I know this hasn’t been the easiest thing for abby, either. I’m hoping that after today, we can put everything behind us.

Amanda: I really hope that this is just a good start to the future. So you ready?

Devon: What are we waiting for? Let’s go.

Christine: Hey, you two. Hi.

Devon: I didn’t expect to see you here. You getting something to go?

Christine: Why?

Devon: You’re gonna be late for our meeting with abby and chance.

Christine: You didn’t get abby’s message?

Abby: I’m sorry I delayed our meeting with devon.

Chance: No, it’s okay. Take all the time you need.

Abby: It’s just — it really hit me. This is the moment of truth. Once we sign these papers, it can’t be undone.

Chance: Hey. Look at me. I know this is gonna be tough today. I know it. But I thought you were fully on board with sharing custody with devon. What do you need? Do you just need a minute to catch your breath or…are you having second thoughts about this whole thing?

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Billy: So what’s your day look like?

Lily: Um, I have back-to-back interviews followed by back-to-back meetings, and then somewhere in between all of that I have to figure out a way to go see devon.

Billy: Alright, should we synchronize our watches?

Lily: Uh, no, he’ll text me when he signs the custody papers, and then I’ll text you.

[ Telephone rings ] Hey, lori. What do you have for me? Oh, already? Uh…okay. I have the interview with the reporter from new york, so I’ll come find you when I’m done in your office.

Billy: You’re gonna be disappointed ’cause I’m not gonna be in there.

Lily: So, where are you gonna be?

Billy: I have some errands to do, and then there’s something else I need to take care of.

Lily: Like what?

Billy: You’ll find out soon enough.

Lily: Okay, bye.

[ Clears throat ] Hi, this is lily winters.

Phyllis: Hey. What brings you by the grand phoenix?

Jack: Well, I wanted to check and see if you’d made your travel arrangements for milan.

Phyllis: Yes, I’m leaving later today.

Jack: Wow, you’re not wasting any time.

Phyllis: I’m excited to see summer. I’m so excited. And like I told you, it’s just a fact-finding mission, right? So I know what this job holds before I make any major decisions.

Jack: Well, I guess the sooner you leave, the sooner you’ll have answers about your future.

Tessa: Oh, wow. You look amazing.

Mariah: Hey. It isn’t too much, is it? I don’t want to look too amazing for the adoption attorney.

Tessa: Uh, well, I’d give us a kid. Creative genius, corporate star — what’s not to love?

Mariah: Great, ’cause i really, really want to get this ball rolling.

Tessa: Oof, yeah.

Mariah: It’s odd.

Tessa: What?

Mariah: Well, I texted noah to see if he wanted to meet us for coffee, but he has not responded. I guess he’s busy with his new job.

Tessa: Yeah, must be it.

Mariah: What is that face?

Tessa: What face?

Mariah: The face you’ve been making for, like, a few days now, you know? The one where you’re freaking out inside and you don’t want me to find out because you’re afraid I’ll freak out — that face.

Tessa: Wow, that’s strangely specific.

Mariah: Do you have cold feet?

Tessa: Oh, no, no, no, i cannot wait to marry you.

Mariah: Adoption jitters?

Tessa: No, raising a child with you is gonna be the highlight of my life.

Mariah: Tessa, remember, we said no secrets.

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Devon: What message from abby was I meant to get?

Christine: She sent a text asking for more time.

Devon: My phone was on silent.

Amanda: Okay, what are we talking about here? Is she just running behind schedule?

Devon: Or is she changing her mind about signing the agreement?

Christine: I don’t know anything more than you do. She just said time.

Abby: It just hurts, knowing that I’m not gonna be able to see my baby whenever I want, that there will be days when i can’t just take him for a walk or read him a bedtime story and tuck him in for the night. I’m gonna miss him so much.

Chance: I know. Hey. And I can’t promise you that it’s not gonna hurt every single time that he leaves, but what i can promise you is that we will get through this together, okay?

Abby: I am gonna miss him on a molecular level. I can’t relax when my baby isn’t around.

Chance: I mean, you didn’t answer my question earlier. Are you having second thoughts?

Abby: No. No, not second thoughts. I mean, dominic is just as much a part of devon as he is a part of me. And, I mean, how can I deny them the chance to share their lives and their love for each other?

Chance: Come here. You are a great mom. You know that? And even if dominic isn’t under this roof with us, he’s gonna know how much we love him. That’s never gonna change. Are you ready?

Christine: I know this situation must be disconcerting, but give them time and don’t jump to any conclusions.

Amanda: I’m sure with a baby in the house, there are a million minor emergencies.

Christine: Exactly.

Devon: Yeah, we understand life happens.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Amanda: Whoa, is this from abby?

Devon: Yeah, it is. She says that she’s ready for us.

Christine: Okay.

Amanda: Okay, that’s great.

Christine: Yep.

Amanda: Let’s do this.

Christine: Let’s go.

Phyllis: It’ll be lovely to see summer, spend time with her. Um…but, yeah, I don’t know what this job holds, so, uh, I’ll find out and then I’ll tell you all about it when we have dinner together.

Jack: I’ll look forward to that.

Phyllis: Me too.

Jack: Hey, nick.

Nick: Hey. I was hoping to find the manager of this place and throw some business her way.

Phyllis: Oh, okay. What do you need?

Nick: New hope has some big meetings coming up with some donors, and I thought it’d be nice to have a place that would handle the crowd, you know, something that would make them feel very comfortable about digging deep into their pockets and help keep us funded.

Phyllis: Yeah, for sure. Well, I’d love to help you.

Nick: Great. Uh…is everything alright?

Jack: You know what? I’ll check in with you later. See ya.

Nick: Yeah. I interrupt something?

Phyllis: No, not at all. I actually need to talk to you about something.

Nick: Alright. Is it about new hope?

Phyllis: No, it’s about me. I’m considering moving to milan and working with summer.

Mariah: Alright. I’m listening.

Tessa: Okay. Remember the other night when i popped out to get dinner?

Mariah: Yes.

Tessa: Well, I ran into noah, and he had been drinking alone.

Mariah: He said that he was meeting friends.

Tessa: Yeah, well, he came up with some excuse, but…

Mariah: Okay. Well, obviously something’s wrong. And I’ve been too caught up in my own life and our good news to pick up on that. Did he open up to you?

Tessa: Yes and no. Uh… [ Sighs ] I mean, he didn’t come out and say it, but he basically admitted that he still has feelings for me. But like I said, he had been drinking, and that heartbreak that he experienced in london was so bad that it made him leave the country, so it must’ve been pretty hellish.

Mariah: So what he said meant nothing?

Tessa: Well, I mean, what I’m saying is that his life is in major flux. And, you know, I think he was just nostalgic and caught up in the moment.

Mariah: What were the exact words that he used?

Tessa: Um, well, he brought up the engagement and that basically when you love someone, you want to be happy for them, and he said that he loved you, but…

Mariah: It was clear that he meant you.

[ Sighs ] So my brother is still in love with you. I brought in ensure max protein,

Chance: Sorry for the delay. We had a couple things we had to take care of, and time got the best of us.

Devon: Everything’s okay, though, right?

Chance: Yeah, yeah. Everything’s good.

Christine: Okay, well, we can get down to business as soon as abby’s ready.

Abby: Oh. Here I am.

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hey.

Chance: Hey, bud.

Abby: Yeah, I just, um — i wanted to make sure that he had the perfect outfit on for this occasion.

Devon: Yeah, he looks perfect. I thought louise was taking him to his music and play class.

Abby: That was the plan, but I thought he should be here with his family. This is a big day for all of us.

Nick: Marketing at marchetti?

Phyllis: Yeah. It’s a great opportunity, and I’ll be working with my little girl. So that’ll be great. And living in milan — that’s a dream come true.

Nick: Uh…what about jack? I…I thought the two of you might be working your way back towards something.

Phyllis: Uh…jack and I are really good friends. He’s encouraging me to pursue this.

Nick: Well, I’m happy for you. Yeah, if this is what you want and you’re doing it for the right reasons.

Billy: Hey.

Jack: Hey.

Billy: Thanks for making this work. And welcome home. Ashley said your trip to europe was a success.

Jack: Yeah, it was a real coup, and most of the credit goes to kyle. He has really come into his own as a leader. I’m very proud of him.

Billy: That’s great.

Jack: You deserve a pat on the back, too.

Billy: Yeah, what’d I do?

Jack: Well, you stepped away from trying to destroy adam and you took this position of coo working with lily at chancellor. It’s a great decision for you and for chancellor.

Billy: Well, I guess all the abbotts are coming into their own. So if everything’s so great and you are trying triumphant about jabot, why does it look like you just lost your best friend?

Jack: [ Sighs ]

Tessa: Well, noah didn’t say specifically that he was in love with me.

Mariah: But he has big feelings for you.

Tessa: Well, I don’t think he ever intended to act on them. He said he was happy for us and he apologized and he said that it would never happen again, and he doesn’t want anything to come between the three of us. Say something.

Mariah: I know my brother. He doesn’t have a malicious bone in his body, so if he says that he’s happy for us, I believe him. So I’m — I’m not angry.

Tessa: You’re not?

Mariah: No. In fact, I — I kind of feel sorry for him. I mean, he came back from london with a broken heart, and then he started working with you on the album cover and then got tangled up in old feelings. And not to go all psych 101, but maybe he fixated on you because you’re out of reach, unattainable.

Tessa: Yeah, that’s possible, because he knows that I’m happily and irreversibly spoken for. Nothing could come of it.

Mariah: Well…that’s what i thought about my feelings for you way back when, and yet…

Tessa: Hey, that’s different. You are the love of my life. We’re getting married. We’re inevitable.

Mariah: Yes. We are.

Amanda: You now share custody of dominic with abby and chance.

Devon: This is amazing.

Abby: Yeah, it is.

Chance: Congrats, man.

Abby: I know, I know.

Christine: All we have to do is file these papers with the court and it’s official. And I just wanted to say how impressed I am that you managed to come together and handle this so smoothly.

Amanda: Yeah, dominic is so lucky to have so many people who love him.

Chance: I feel like we’re the lucky ones. We such a great little kid and a good friend.

Abby: [ Sighs ] Yeah.

Chance: Right?

Abby: We’re a family. Oh.

[ Laughter ] And now it’s official.

Christine: I have to get to my next client, but congratulations to everyone, and I’ll be in touch.

Devon: Thank you, christine.

Amanda: Thanks, christine.

Devon: Appreciate it.

Abby: Oh.

Amanda: I’ll get this out of the way.

Devon: [ Chuckles ] Hey, guys, I just can’t thank you two enough for today.

Chance: Yeah, of course. It’s strange, isn’t it? Such a big decision, all that effort put into it, just wrapped up with a few signatures.

Devon: And I know it hasn’t been easy. I really do. And, abby, I know that it’s gonna take a while for us to get back to where we were, and it won’t be overnight.

Abby: I’m fine.

Devon: Well, that’s all I want.

Dominic: [ Babbles ]

Chance: Yeah.

Abby: I know.

Devon: Hey, can I hold you?

Abby: Want to go see dominic?

Devon: Do you mind?

Abby: Go see him?

Devon: Can I see you, buddy? Oh. Whoa, there you go. Hey, little man.

[ Chuckles ] This party, it’s all for you, buddy. We just made sure that you will always be a big part of all of our lives. That’s worth celebrating, huh? That’s right.

[ Chuckles ] Huh, buddy. You playing with me? I know, it’s a beard. You’re gonna have one one day, too.

[ Laughs ] Oh, man. I’ve been telling everyone…

Noah: Looks like you guys have turned crimson lights into your own personal living room.

Mariah: Uh, that’s the perks of living upstairs.

Tessa: Yeah, don’t be surprised if you can come and see us with our pjs on, lounging in a booth.

Noah: [ Chuckles ]

Mariah: So, what’s been keeping you busy?

Noah: I forgot to text you back.

Mariah: Mm-hmm.

Noah: I’m sorry. I’ve been doing all these projects for new hope, trying to impress the boss. I’m actually meeting dad here.

Mariah: Wow. A couple days in, you’re already sucking up to the boss.

Tessa: [ Chuckles ]

Noah: Yeah, you know, it’s good to take your job seriously sometimes. You should try it.

Mariah: Oh. Yeah, that’s very funny. I get it, ’cause I’m here and I’m not at work, but we actually have a very important appointment.

Tessa: Yes, with the adoption attorney. We’re starting the first steps in the process.

Noah: Good luck. I hope it goes well.

[ Cellphone rings ] If you will excuse me, we will talk later.

Mariah: It’s unavoidable.

Tessa: Really? If I didn’t know any better, nothing awkward happened. That was perfectly pleasant. Noah seemed totally normal. So everything’s gonna be fine, right?

Mariah: Totally. I mean, nothing has to change.

Devon: You trying to smile or you eating your hand?

Amanda: [ Laughs ] Yeah, I think he is.

Devon: Yeah.

Amanda: Yeah.

Devon: [ Chuckles ] He’s smiling.

Chance: You know what? Since he missed his session this morning, we should probably schedule him another music class for the week.

Devon: Yeah, how’s he liking that class?

Abby: Oh, he loves it. I mean, you should see his face light up when I sing the songs and do the little hand motions like the instructor.

Devon: Oh, man. Is there a place where I can download any of that music? ‘Cause I’d love to hear the songs he likes.

Chance: Yeah, yeah, we’ll get you a link, man.

Devon: Appreciate it.

Amanda: Or maybe you can tag along with abby and chance one day.

Devon: I wouldn’t want to impose on you guys like that.

Abby: No, no imposition. Actually, I was talking to louise, and she said that she be more than happy to help at your place, you know, on the days that dominic’s with you, if you’re open to it.

Devon: Oh, of course, absolutely. I think that’s a good idea. It’d be good for him to see a familiar face when he stays with us.

Chance: Should we talk overnight stay arrangements?

Devon: We don’t have to do that right now. I can call you guys later on and we can go through it all.

Chance: Yeah, whatever works for y’all.

Abby: Yeah, I bet he’ll adjust more quickly to this back-and-forth than all of us.

Chance: Yeah, he’s a tough little dude. He’s gonna be just fine.

Devon: Yeah, he is. Well, I’ll see you soon, okay? You have a good night and you be good. Alright?

Chance: Thank you, man.

Devon: Oh, yeah.

Chance: I got you, boy. What’s up, cowboy?

Devon: I’m the one that needs to thank you guys for giving me this beautiful gift of family.

Jack: Phyllis has decided to move to milan to work with summer, so, yeah, I guess I’m gonna have a bit of a hole in my life.

Billy: You know, when she and nick broke up, I got the sense that you were hoping that the two of you would get back together.

Jack: We could never get things on track. I don’t know, maybe that’s a good thing. Even with the best of intentions, we could never really sustain things, and that’s — don’t take that the wrong way, that’s not a dig.

Billy: It’s hard not to take it as one. What is it about phyllis that creates such chaos and conflict but at the same time inspiring passion and devotion?

Jack: That is a question for the ages. She is one beautiful conundrum. I just heard something amazing!

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Lily: Congratulations! Oh, my god, I’m so happy for you.

Devon: Thank you.

Lily: How do you feel?

Devon: Oh. How do I feel? It’s — it’s very difficult to put it into words. If I had to pick one emotion, it’d be joy.

Lily: Well, welcome to parenthood.

Devon: Yeah, I’mma be coming to you for advice.

Lily: Well, I’m very ready and willing to help you, but, I mean, dom isn’t even talking or walking yet, so just cherish this time with him before things get crazy, you know? Don’t worry about the future. Just cherish the present.

Devon: I know. That sounds like something neil would tell me. I used one of his pens to sign the papers.

Lily: Wow, devon.

Devon: I really, really wish that he could be here and dominic, too. I feel like we should all be together to celebrate today.

Lily: Well, you have me.

Devon: I know I do, and that means the world to me, too. I was thinking earlier about when dru and neil officially brought me into your family and just how proud they were and that feeling of becoming a son to two incredible people like that. Changed my whole life. It gave me a life. I have some pretty big shoes to fill.

Lily: You will. There’s no doubt in my mind.

Devon: Thank you.

Nick: Well, our daughter is gonna love working with you again. And who knows? Maybe a change of scenery is exactly what you need right now.

Phyllis: Oh, is it? Is that what I need? You jumping on the “you should leave” bandwagon. Seems like everybody just wants me to leave town, except for amanda and michael. They actually want me to stay. Maybe they’re my only really good friends. Who knows? Ah, great. Is that for me?

Jack: No, actually, this is for harrison. I forgot to give it to him when I was in milan. I found it in my luggage when i unpacked. Um, would you mind delivering it?

Phyllis: Oh, I’d be happy to. Sure.

Nick: I’m gonna go. Um…have a great trip. Eventually, I know you’re gonna find whatever it is that you’re looking for.

Phyllis: Thank you. I plan to.

Jack: Was that a good conversation?

Phyllis: Oh, yeah, it was great. He’s very supportive of my — my move.

Jack: You don’t sound too enthusiastic.

Phyllis: Because I’m not. Tell me to stay. Tell me I’m wanted. Tell me I’m needed. Tell me you still love me. Tell me we have a future together like we’re supposed to.

Jack: Phyllis? Hey. Phyllis? Is everything alright?

Noah: So, the project we were talking about.

Nick: Which one? We’ve been talking about a lot of them.

Noah: The one turning vacant lots into urban parks and community gardens. I got in touch with that guy you said was a marvel at writing grant applications, and he’s gonna point me in the right direction to some foundations for funding.

Nick: Great.

Noah: And the icing on the cake is I finally got ahold of that landscape architect you were talking about, and we’re meeting up later this week.

Nick: Well, this is some next-level dedication. You are working hard. So hard, one might assume you are trying to, I don’t know, not deal with something or someone.

Noah: I thought you’d be happy to have such a go-getter on the job.

Nick: Look, this is your dad talking now, and, you know, you said something like you made a mistake by being too human. Does that have anything to do with tessa or the feelings that are bubbling up again for you? You okay?

Noah: Yeah, yeah, it’s nothing a cup of coffee can’t fix. Can I get you anything?

Nick: Yeah, as long as you’re buying.

Noah: [ Chuckles ] Hey, can I get anybody anything? Refill, muffin, brownie? It’s my treat.

Tessa: I’ll join you. Maybe something will scream my name.

Mariah: [ Chuckles ]

Noah: I got kind of a weird vibe from you guys earlier, and then just now, with the looks between the two of you. You told her, didn’t you?

[ Sighs ] You mind telling me what possessed you to do that? I’m steve.

Lily: So, I’ve already been batting around some ideas for dom’s room.

Devon: For dom’s room?

Lily: Yeah.

Devon: You don’t waste time, do you?

Lily: Nope. Okay, honest opinions.

Devon: Yeah.

Lily: What about this one?

Devon: I like that.

Lily: This?

Devon: Yeah. That’s not bad at all.

Lily: Really?

Devon: Yeah. I love it. That should be his room.

Lily: That’s the one?

Devon: That’s the one.

Lily: Wow.

Devon: I like it.

Lily: Spoken like a dad who knows his son.

Devon: I want to have a — a sound system in his room, too, ’cause abby and chance are getting me the playlist from his music appreciation class…

Lily: Mm-hmm.

Devon: …And moses has these jazz lullabies that neil gave him that he said he used to play all the time.

Lily: Aww. Okay. Yeah, I’ll look into it for you.

Devon: Thank you.

Lily: Alright, good. I’m glad you like that one.

Devon: Hello.

Lily: Hi! Oh, there’s the best lawyer in town.

Amanda: Aww, you’re just saying that because it’s true.

Lily: It is true, yeah.

Devon: It is very, very, very true.

Amanda: Aww. You see why I keep him around?

Devon: Have we, um — did we get everything taken care of?

Amanda: Um, yeah. I filed the papers with the courts. I know it was already final in our hearts, but we had to make it legit with the state.

Devon: Yeah, I know. We’re one step closer to that. I don’t know how I would have gotten through all this without you.

Amanda: I’m just excited to start this next chapter, and I’m looking forward to this adventure with you and little dominic.

[ Doorbell rings ] Ohh. You expecting someone?

Devon: I’m not, no.

Lily: Uh, no. I am, actually.

Amanda: Huh.

Lily: Surprise.

Devon: [ Chuckles ] Take a look at what lily —

Amanda: What is this?

Devon: It’s lily’s design for the room.

Lily: Hi, honey.

Billy: Hi.

Lily: Hi.

Billy: Mwah.

Devon: Who is that?

Billy: Hey! Now it’s a party!

Devon: Hey, man.

Amanda: Ooh.

Billy: Amanda, devon, congratulations.

Devon: Nice.

Amanda: That is a lot of champagne.

Billy: That one’s to celebrate right now. This one is for you to hold on to for a few decades, until dominic graduates college or joins you at hamilton-winters, whatever. But now you have something to celebrate this amazing day.

Devon: That is very, very kind of you. Thank you, man.

Billy: Absolutely.

Lily: Yeah, it’s a special day.

Devon: It is. Have you spoken to abby at all yet?

Billy: I left her a message, but I, uh, haven’t heard back from her yet.

Lily: But everything went well when you were at their place, right?

Devon: Yeah, it did.

Amanda: Yeah, they were — they were great about everything.

Billy: Good. I’m glad to hear that.

Amanda: Well, I’m gonna go and get some glasses for this champagne.

Devon: Nice.

Amanda: Oh, and, um, just to let you know, I have dibs on the first toast for dominic.

Lily: Hey, no problem.

Devon: You got it.

[ Laughter ] Thank you guys.

Abby: Is he sleeping?

Chance: Yeah. I think all the excitement wore him out.

Abby: That makes two of us.

Chance: Hey. I’m really proud of the way you handled that today.

Abby: It was pretty intense, but I was fine.

Chance: My, uh, hand’s still a little numb. Don’t really have any feeling in it.

Abby: Sorry about that.

Chance: No, no. It’s okay. I’m glad you know you can hold on to me as tight as you want.

Abby: Thank you. And I hope you know it goes both ways.

Chance: Mm-hmm.

Abby: Is there anything I can do for you?

Chance: Well, you know what? Now that you mention it, I think there is.

Abby: Ah. What is that?

Chance: Let me take you out on a date next time devon takes him. You know what? In fact, let’s make it a tradition. Somewhere spectacular one week, and the next week, we can kick back, you know, binge a show, take some of those cooking classes you were talking about. Yeah.

Abby: [ Laughs ]

Chance: Let me make up for all that lost time I missed out on. I think it’ll be really good for us.

Abby: It sounds perfect.

Tessa: Look, I had to tell mariah what happened, but i didn’t do it to hurt you or embarrass you.

Noah: Then why mention it? I said when you love someone, you want to see them happy, and I love my sister. Alright? You misunderstood.

Tessa: Did I?

Noah: [ Sighs ] Tess, there — there was nothing to tell. Which is why I thought we agreed to forget about this and move on.

Tessa: Look, it’s not that simple, okay? Mariah could tell something was up. And more than once, secrets have almost ruined our relationship. And, look, that woman over there means more to me than anything. And I am not willing to jeopardize that, especially now that we’re getting married and starting a family.

Noah: Tessa, I am no threat to your relationship.

Tessa: I know. And now we’re all on the same page.

Noah: I can only imagine what she thinks of me now. She probably wants my head on a silver platter.

Tessa: No, she understands, just like I did.

Noah: [ Sighs ]

Tessa: Noah, look, I — i understand why this might be difficult for you to talk about, but it’s just better to keep it all out in the open. We all want the same thing — for things to go back the way they were before.

Noah: Big, happy family.

Tessa: Hey. Maybe we’ll all look back at this and —

Noah: And laugh? That’s doubtful.

Tessa: I’m sure that you need some time to process this. But I hope you’re okay with it because mariah and I are.

Noah: [ Sighs ]

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Jack: Well, I have a meeting I have to run to, so this is probably the last we’ll see of each other before you go.

Phyllis: Thank you for stopping by.

Jack: I hope you have a safe trip, and like nick, I hope you find what you’re looking for.

Phyllis: [ Sighs ]

Jack: If I can do anything…

Phyllis: Yes, uh, you can do something.

[ Sighs ]

Jack: Go ahead.

Phyllis: Never mind.

Jack: Well, I look forward to our dinner together when you get back.

Buona avventura.

Phyllis: [ Chuckles ] Thank you. Bye.

Jack: Take care.

Phyllis: Tsk. Hello. I need a car. Grand phoenix hotel.

[ Inhales sharply ] Genoa city airport.

Tessa: Look, I’m no expert on relationships, but this, too, shall pass, right? My life with mariah is about to become bigger and more wonderful than I even deserve, and I don’t want you to think that you can’t be a part of that. This kid is gonna need his uncle noah, and I just know that the right woman is out there waiting for you.

Mariah: Uh-huh.

 

Tessa: Mariah, we should get our birth certificates and passports before we meet with the adoption guru.

Mariah: I almost forgot. Yes, let’s do it.

Nick: Well, good luck with everything.

Mariah: Thank you. Alright, bye, nick. Bye, noah.

Noah: See ya.

Tessa: Bye.

Nick: Right. What was that?

Noah: Nothing. Everything is cool. Oh, phone is on vibrate.

[ Clicking ] Dude. Ah, that’s perfect.

Nick: Something important?

Noah: Yeah. A buddy of mine just flew into town. We keep trying to make plans to hang out with each other, but they keep falling through. But he has a couple hours free right now, so I should probably fly, if that’s cool with you.

Nick: Of course. See ya.

Noah: I’ll catch you later.

Nick: Yep.

Chance: Hey, you barely ate anything this morning. You hungry? I’m whipping up some lunch.

Abby: Yeah, I could go for that.

Chance: Alright. When I get back, we’ll throw around some ideas for date night.

Abby: Yeah. Sounds nice.

[ Sighs ] Mom. Hey. Have time for an update? Everything went according to plan. No, um — no, I’m not crying. I’m not crying. It’s just I — I wanted to hear your voice.

[ Sighs ] It was the hardest thing that i have ever done. But I know it’s the right thing to do.

Lily: Okay, here’s a gift for you and the baby.

Devon: Man.

Lily: I hope you like it.

Billy: It’s a memory book.

Lily: Oh, my gosh, let him open it.

Devon: It’s a book.

[ Chuckles ]

Lily: [ Chuckles ] No, it’s cute. You can put all of his pictures in there and list all of his milestones. So, when he first says your name or first walk, he gets his first tooth.

Devon: Yeah.

Amanda: Aww, it’s a lifetime of treasured memories. That is so sweet.

Lily: Yeah, and if you open to the first page…

Devon: Oh, wow. “For the newest member of our family, dominic newman abbott winters-chancellor.”

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Devon: [ Chuckles ]

Lily: Do you like it?

Devon: I love it. Thank you so much, both of you guys, really. This is — it’s beyond special. I can’t wait to fill these pages with my son.

[ Chuckles ] Wow.

[ Chuckling ]

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Tessa and Mariah celebrate their engagement party and family and friends enjoy listening to Texas’s new album.

Abby almost doesn’t go to the party because she is worried that Dominic’s breathing sounds different than normal.

Abby and Chance leave the baby with the nanny and go to the party. Abby and Chance return from the party and the nanny tells them the baby hasn’t awakened, and Abby thinks v the baby looks pale.

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Chelsea moves out of the penthouse but still remains determined to get back together with Adam despite Chloe’s advice to concentrate on their new fashion line and spending time with Connor.

Adam offers Sally a job at Newman Media even though he doesn’t know what the job Will be yet. Chelsea is upset that Adam is getting closer to Sally but she focuses on her and Chloe’s meeting with Lauren to propose a fashion line with a social media component. Lauren agrees to think about the proposal and get back to them later with her decision.

Sally is so grateful to Adam for her new job that she gives him a hug and she and Adam almost kiss.

Ashland returns from an appointment with his doctor and tells Victoria that his cancer has not spread and the treatment is still working. Michael tells Victor that he found out that the clinic in Peru is being funded by a shell company which receives its funding from Ashland. Victor wants Michael to go to Peru for as long as it takes to figure out Ashland’s secret. Michael agrees to go to Peru even though he knows Lauren will not be happy about his trip.

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Victoria: Adam. Listen. Um, I really appreciate you coming by to give your decision in person. But, you know, there’s really no reason to belabor this. Thank you for everything that you did for Newman Media, and we promise to take very good care of it from here. And good luck in your future endeavor.

Adam: Wow, you are very sure of yourself.

Victoria: That’s because you and I both know that this is the only answer that makes any sense.

Adam: Then call me crazy, but I’m not moving on to another job. I’m gonna stay with the company once the sale goes through.

Victoria: Is that right?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victoria: Hm.

Adam: I’m a team player, and I didn’t want to dump such an important piece of family legacy in your lap when you already have so much on your plate.

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Nick: So, where did this interest in business come from, because I had not heard this before.

Faith: I really liked the econ class that I took, and i have some great role models in our family. I really look up to aunt Victoria, Summer, and grandma. Mom, too — she’s worked in the business world before, not to mention running this place. So, maybe I inherited the gene.

Nick: Your mother is definitely inspirational. And I have every “faith” in you, too. See what I did there?

Faith: Ugh! Dad!

Nick: Look, kid. You know I’m your biggest fan. I think you’re so smart and driven, and I believe you can do whatever you want in this world, including business, if that’s what you decide to pursue.

Faith: Thank you. And I’m not saying for sure i want to do this yet, but I do like the idea. So, I at least want to explore it.

Nick: Yeah, well, the good news is, you don’t have to decide right now, right? You can try all kinds of things and then make a choice when it feels right.

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Adam: What do you mean Newman/Locke is buying Newman media?

Victoria: Well, I really don’t think I can say it any more clearly than you just did. Which part of it did you not understand?

Adam: [ Scoffs ] I knew that there was an offer, but this seems abrupt.

Victoria: Well, dad summoned me to the ranch. He accepted our offer. We shook on it. The deal is done. You know, he didn’t even really drive that hard of a bargain. I wonder why he didn’t tell you. Oh, well. Look on the bright side. At least now you don’t have to worry about me suing you for the name Newman Media because I own it. I’m the Newman in charge.

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Faith: Rey, tell my mom how important it is that I visit colleges before I apply.

Rey: Well, I will be honest, I went to the Police Academy and Lola went to culinary school, so not really an expert.

Faith: Mom, practically everyone in my class is visiting campuses with their parents.

Sharon: Then, yes, we can go. It’ll be fun.

Faith: Thanks so much, mom.

Sharon: But I also still want you to consider GCU. You know, I had really wonderful professors there when I was getting my therapy credentials.

Rey: In other words, she wants to keep you close to home.

Faith: [ Chuckles ] Isn’t college supposed to be the time that I finally spread my wings, figure out who I am and what I want to do with my life?

Sharon: Yes. I just think that you can do all those things while still staying in the same zip code.

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Tessa tells Mariah about the conversation she had with Noah and that she thinks he has feelings for her. Mariah feels sorry for Noah because he had his heart broken by his girlfriend in London and now he is hurting over Tessa.

Noah is upset that Tessa told Mariah about what happened at Society. Tessa tells Noah that Mariah understands how he feels and that she and Mariah know he will find an amazing woman and fall in love, someday.

Phyllis is hurt that neither Jack or Nick try to stop her from going to Milan to find out about the job at Marchetti. Jack tells Billy that he is sad that Phyllis may take the job in Milan and leave Geneva City. Abby, Chance, and Devon sign the papers to give Devon joint custody of Dominic and while Abby tells everyone she is happy about the decision she still doesn’t feel it was the right thing to do.

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Chelsea: It’s just so victor to completely blindside adam and sell newman media to victoria.

Chloe: We were blindsided, too. The fate of our fashion brand now hangs in the balance.

[ Sighing ] Just all of that hard work and effort could be for nothing.

Chelsea: No! Not if adam stays on at newman/locke after the acquisition. Then I think our jobs will be safe. And, you know, adam’s invested a lot in our platform, too. I don’t think he would just dump us.

Chloe: I wouldn’t be so sure of that. I hate leaving our fate in adam’s hands.

Lauren: Here you go. What are you doing?

Michael: Uh, a little business.

Lauren: For victor?

Michael: He is my new boss now.

Lauren: Ah! The madness starts. Okay, what does he want?

Michael: Um, actually, i don’t quite know, which is unfortunately often the case with him. The man gives you half the story half the time.

Lauren: Which is why I found it so odd that you were eager to go back to work for him.

Michael: Well, he, not unlike yourself, keeps life interesting. For example, I do know that the newman media sale will soon be public knowledge, but, after that, what his next move will be… is anybody’s guess.

Victor: Hello, my baby.

Nikki: Hi. You look like you’re deep in thought.

Victor: Mm-hmm.

Nikki: Is that because adam gave you his decision about staying with newman/locke?

Victor: Uh, not yet, no.

Nikki: Any idea which way he’s leaning?

Victor: Your guess is as good as mine.

Nikki: Well, I’m sure he has a lot to think about. That was a bold move, handing his company to victoria.

Victor: Well, yeah. But it’s not as if he has been left to his own devices. He’s been guaranteed to run the newman media division as he had before, you know?

Nikki: What are you prepared to do if he says no?

Ashland: Well, let’s say that adam says yes to staying on board. How is that going to affect the way things run around here?

Victoria: You don’t have to worry about that. It’s never gonna come to pass.

Ashland: Well, how can you be so sure?

Victoria: Because adam would never deign to work under me.

Ashland: Well, if he had no intention of entertaining the offer, wouldn’t he have turned it down by now?

Victoria: I’m telling you. Adam would rather eat glass than take orders from me. He made that perfectly clear when I told him about the acquisition. And the reason that we haven’t heard from him? It’s just another one of his mind games. He loves keeping people hanging…

Ashland: Mm.

Victoria: …By the fingernails, if possible.

Adam: Come in.

Sally: I hope I’m not bothering you.

Adam: Uh…you’re not… yet.

Sally: I just wanted to see if you made your decision yet and to let you know I’m available for another pep talk if need be.

Adam: That will not be necessary, because I have made up my mind.

Sally: And?

Adam: And you will hear my verdict very soon.

Sally: Adam!

[ Sighs ]

Nate: Boy, did I need this day off from the hospital.

Elena: Me too. It’s nice to just be able to relax and spend a little time together.

Nate: Though I can see the mountain of paperwork piling up for me.

Elena: Well, what are you gonna do? Comes with the territory, mr. Chief of surgery.

Nate: It does, but I honestly didn’t realize how much of the job was administrative when i took it. Maybe I should take ashland up on his offer to work for newman/locke.

Nick: Alright, let’s hear it. How’d it go with your college counselor?

Faith: Great! She helped me narrow down my list of schools to a few that stood out. The university of michigan is my favorite so far. I’m looking forward to visiting it in a couple weeks with mom.

Nick: Go, blue! Alright. What about it? Is it the campus, the location, the arts program?

Faith: Those are all pluses, but they also have a really good business program.

Nick: Business. I didn’t know that was something you were interested in.

Faith: Yeah, I’ve been thinking lately that I might want to go into the fashion or beauty industry, like summer and aunt victoria did.

Adam: We need to talk.

Victoria: Adam. Listen. Um, I really appreciate you coming by to give your decision in person. But, you know, there’s really no reason to belabor this. Thank you for everything that you did for newman media, and we promise to take very good care of it from here. And good luck in your future endeavor.

Adam: Wow, you are very sure of yourself.

Victoria: That’s because you and I both know that this is the only answer that makes any sense.

Adam: Then call me crazy, but I’m not moving on to another job. I’m gonna stay with the company once the sale goes through.

Victoria: Is that right?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victoria: Hm.

Adam: I’m a team player, and I didn’t want to dump such an important piece of family legacy in your lap when you already have so much on your plate.

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Chloe: In the back of my mind, I always worried about accepting a job offer from adam, that it would be a mistake, because we have poured out our blood, sweat, and tears into creating this platform, one that I’m really proud of, and for what? I mean, it could all be over tomorrow. Someone else could be running it.

Chelsea: That’s all true, and I understand your frustration. But I’m not giving up yet. Okay? I know that you’ve been working on this platform a lot longer than I have, so you’re more invested, but I think we need to fight.

Chloe: [ Sighs ] I’m just so glad to hear you say that. I…I have put so much energy into this, mainly for you. I’ve really felt like I owed you this after everything that i have put you through. And this is not just about work or business for me. I really just wanted to say thank you for always standing by me. And I just wanted you to have a special place to come home to and a safe place to land. So, I agree with you 100%. We should not let this obstacle get in our way.

Chelsea: Good. Then, we are on the same page, because together we are a force to be reckoned with.

Chloe: Yeah.

Chelsea: And you know what? We don’t have to leave our fate solely in the hands of adam. Come with me.

Chloe: What — where are we going?

Chelsea: Straight to the top.

Chloe: Oh!

Nick: So, where did this interest in business come from, because I had not heard this before.

Faith: I really liked the econ class that I took, and i have some great role models in our family. I really look up to aunt victoria, summer, and grandma. Mom, too — she’s worked in the business world before, not to mention running this place. So, maybe I inherited the gene.

Nick: Your mother is definitely inspirational. And I have every “faith” in you, too. See what I did there?

Faith: Ugh! Dad!

Nick: Look, kid. You know I’m your biggest fan. I think you’re so smart and driven, and I believe you can do whatever you want in this world, including business, if that’s what you decide to pursue.

Faith: Thank you. And I’m not saying for sure i want to do this yet, but I do like the idea. So, I at least want to explore it.

Nick: Yeah, well, the good news is, you don’t have to decide right now, right? You can try all kinds of things and then make a choice when it feels right.

Faith: Yeah, I know. Moses had his heart set on being a doctor, and then he didn’T. He totally changed his mind. So, I realize that my feelings might change, too.

Nick: Well, I understand being inspired by your family, but, also, you know, I want to make sure that they don’t have too much influence on you, you know? I mean, does this interest in business have anything to do with your grandfather?

Faith: No, not at all.

Nick: So, he didn’t try and talk to you or give you any advice about this?

Faith: I swear. He didn’t say anything to me. But I look up to him, too, and i think that he’d probably be happy to hear that it’s possible I’ll follow in his footsteps.

Nick: Oh, yeah. He will be thrilled.

Faith: [ Chuckles ]

Victor: Enough business talk — let’s go have some lunch.

Nikki: Well, I would love that, but I’m not gonna let you dodge my question. I know you’re disappointed in adam, but I also know how much you value your father-son relationship with him, and you two have come a long way.

Victor: We have, indeed, and I will do everything in my power to maintain a good relationship with my son, okay?

Nikki: Well, I will always be wary of adam, but that doesn’t mean I want to see the two of you in a big blowup again.

Victor: Don’t you worry. If he does not want to work at newman/locke, I have a plan “B.”

Nikki:, Darling, you always have a plan “B.”

Victor: [ Laughs ] My baby, you know that I’m always a move or two ahead of everyone else.

Nikki: Mm-hmm. I do.

Victor: Yes. Here we go.

Victoria: I can’t lie. I’m surprised that you want to stay on with the company. But if that’s the case, then welcome aboard.

Adam: Oh, well, thank you. Technically, I’ve been on board, so maybe I should be welcoming you.

Ashland: I hope that we can make this a seamless and conflict-free transition.

Adam: That is exactly what i want, as well.

Victoria: Yes, that’s everyone’s goal, and I’m sure that dad is gonna be thrilled with your choice, since he fought so incredibly hard to keep your job safe.

Adam: I think my work speaks for itself. The success of newman media is enough to convince you that i know what I’m doing. Oh, and I expect to maintain the same level of autonomy that i have enjoyed thus far.

Victoria: Not so fast. Better skin from your body wash?

Victoria: Well, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but I prefer to see where you can take things before I give you complete autonomy.

Adam: Should we ask your business partner what he thinks, since my sister doesn’t seem to be consulting with you about a company that once was yours.

Victoria: Oh, don’t be ridiculous. We talk constantly.

Adam: Look. Certainly, you can recognize that I’ve taken former cyaxares to new heights, right?

Ashland: I’m gonna have to agree with victoria. While you have done a yeoman’s job running the company to this point, there will be changes coming. And once the sale is final, and newman media merges with chanccomm, it’s going to be a much larger division. Instant autonomy might be a bit much under those circumstances.

Victoria: Exactly. We are in complete agreement. You’re gonna have to prove that you can run an entity that is essentially double the size of the one that you’re currently managing.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] Need I remind you that I once ran newman enterprises?

Victoria: Oh, yes, i remember.

Adam: Well…I’m going to take this as a challenge. And I look forward to showing you what I am capable of. Now, since we have a plan, who wants to break the good news to dad?

Nate: Ashland presented a pretty tempting offer. He suggested using my medical expertise to try to do good on a larger scale. He even offered to mentor me in the private sector.

Elena: Yeah, and I remember you telling me about the business classes you took back when you were in school. They actually helped us a lot when we were setting up the clinic.

Nate: Yeah, one of my professors suggested I take those classes. I really enjoyed them because they exercised another part of my brain.

Elena: I assume you’re not actually considering giving up chief of surgery to do something like that?

Nate: No, no. I…I truly thought ashland was kidding until he brought up askmdnow.

Elena: Wait. What? Is he trying to replace me with you?

Nate: No! No. No, not at all. Ashland thinks you’re doing great. He was talking about expanding the mission of the site, thinking bigger and taking it further, which is great for you. Ashland and victoria see the value in the site, and they don’t plan on disbanding it.

Elena: So…are you considering it at all?

Nate: Even though I don’t have the same passion for this chief job as I did being a surgeon, it doesn’t mean I’m ready to leave the hospital altogether.

Elena: And you’re not able to do the job that you love… because of me.

Chloe: Hey, could we get a minute of your time?

Victoria: Oh, look. I’m sorry. I’m swamped. You’re gonna have to make an appointment.

Chelsea: Oh, I promise we’ll make this quick.

Chloe: Yeah, we’ll get right to the point.

Chelsea: Yeah.

Victoria: Alright. Just please make it quick.

Chloe: Adam told chelsea about the sale. Congratulations on that. And we look forward to working with you, whether adam decides to stay or not. And we are just hoping that you are going to honor our contract with newman media because we are fully committed to newman fashion’s success.

Chelsea: And we’d be happy to share with you everything we’ve accomplished so far and what we plan to do in the future.

Victoria: I am aware of the platform, and I feel a certain connection with sally because of the beautiful wedding gown that she made for me.

Chloe: And that is the same kind of style, innovation, and chutzpah our fashion brand is all about.

Chelsea: Chloe and I would be the right people to run the platform.

Victoria: Well, I’m not hiring anyone new for newman fashion. I’m jettisoning the entire platform altogether.

Chelsea: What?

Chloe: What? That — okay, that is a rash and very unwise decision.

Chelsea: Can we just talk this through? I think that would be a mistake.

Victoria: I’m sorry, but I’ve thought about it, and I’ve made up my mind. Look — I know that your goal is to expand to your own fashion label, right? So, this way I wouldn’t be holding you up.

Chelsea: Well, how would — how would keeping the platform be holding us up? I mean, that’s the foundation of our brand.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] Look. You’re both very talented, but newman/locke is not interested in the hassle and the cost of creating an entirely new clothing line. I’m sorry. I wish you all the best, but i have other plans for newman media.

Adam: Hey, I just called the ranch. They said the two of you were here. Do you mind if I join you?

Nikki: Oh, no, not at all. We’ve been eager to hear from you.

Victor: So? Got some good news?

Adam: I think so. I’ve made up my mind, and I’m staying with newman media.

Victor: You know you made the right decision, right? The world is full of make or break moments.

Chloe: [ Sighs ] What the hell are we gonna do now?

Chelsea: This is bad. This is so bad. I mean, we just found new office space, yet we don’t have a business to move. Might as well cancel that lease.

Chloe: Maybe there’s another option. If victoria doesn’t want the fashion platform, that’s fine. But why does it have to be the end of it? We created it. Why can’t we keep it for ourselves, minus the newman name, of course?

Chelsea: You’re grasping at straws. We no longer have financing.

Chloe: Okay, that might be true, but I’m not throwing in the towel yet. Per our contract, we still get paid severance. So, maybe we could use that money to shop some other buyers for the platform.

Chelsea: But we don’t know how much that’s gonna cost, and the severance probably won’t cover it.

Chloe: Maybe we could find some investors to bankroll us.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] We just don’t know the legalities of it all. Everything we’ve done so far is attached to newman media, which means it becomes victoria’s intellectual property.

Chloe: Even if that’s true, why can’t we start the fashion platform from scratch? We did it before. We can do it again.

Chelsea: I…would be open to that. But I would need to make this clear. If we’re gonna move forward developing a platform together, it needs to be just the two of us, starting fresh. I don’t want sally involved.

Chloe: [ Sighs ]

Michael: I talked to fenmore the other day, and I —

[ Text swooshes ]

Lauren: Go ahead.

Michael: I promise you. As soon as I get the answer I’m looking for, I’m all yours.

Lauren: Okay. It’s just the way it’s gonna be from now on, isn’t it?

Michael: No! No, I made sure there would be boundaries to guarantee that i could have a personal life, which there absolutely will be, the aforementioned boundaries.

Lauren: You know, I was really hoping that you’d have a little bit more time off between resigning from the da and going back to work for victor. But I see that is just a pipe dream.

Michael: Uh…I promise I’ll make it up to you.

Nick: Uh, sorry. I wasn’t eavesdropping, but i couldn’t help but overhear. Are you going back to work for my dad?

Michael: Yeah, we’re getting the gang all back together again.

Nick: I’m surprised.

Michael: Don’t tell me you have an issue with this.

Nick: Better you than me.

Victor: Now, did you inform victoria of your decision?

Adam: I just came from telling her and ashland.

Nikki: And how did that conversation go?

Adam: Well, she told me that I had full —

Victoria: Hello, everybody.

Ashland: Greetings.

Victor: Hello, sweetheart. Hello, ashland.

Nikki: Hi!

Ashland: Victor. Adam.

Victoria: Well, I assume that you two just heard the important news.

Nikki: Yes.

Victor: We did, indeed.

Victoria: Well, I would like to say congratulations to all of us. This is a moment to celebrate, as we embark on a brand-new adventure. Should we have a toast?

Victor: Yep, let’s have a toast. I think it’s a wonderful occasion.

Adam: I can’t say no to champagne.

Victoria: Well, you might want to. You might tick off your new boss.

Ashland: Could I talk to you for a minute?

Victor: Sure. Excuse me, my darling.

Nikki: Sure.

Victor: Ashland, I am very glad we were able to make this deal work.

Ashland: Me too, though i wanted to mention that I have some changes I would like to implement once we take ownership of newman media, things that i think will make it an even more powerful force.

Victor: Don’t you think we should discuss that when victoria is present?

Ashland: I’m confident that victoria would agree that since my specialty is communications, I should take point on this.

Victor: Let’s discuss it later, alright? Well, now…

Adam: Why don’t you do the honors, dad?

Victor: I would be happy to. There we go. Here, my darling. Now, this is to my two children, who are passionate about the family business and who have found a way to work together. To all things newman.

Ashland: Hear, hear.

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Michael: So, you think I’m making a mistake working for victor?

Nick: I’m not saying that at all. In fact, I wish you luck with the new job.

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Michael: Sorry. I have to —

Lauren: Oh, don’t mind us.

Nick: I wish you luck with the arrangement, as well.

Lauren: Thank you. You know, I’m still curious as to exactly what victor has you doing, because this feels far more cloak-and-dagger than your typical legal maneuvering.

Michael: Mm, yeah. Well, I — I wish I could tell you precisely what’s going on. But there’s this pesky, little lawyer-client-confidentiality thing.

Lauren: Right, right. I’m not sure I’m liking this new gig.

[ Cellphone rings ] Yeah, get it. Get it.

Michael: Michael baldwin. What?

Nate: I don’t blame you for what happened to my hand. I made my own choices. And, to be honest, I deserved that punch from devon.

Elena: Not the lasting consequences.

Nate: We all feel bad about that, especially him.

Elena: I still wish I could go back in time and handle things differently.

Nate: Hey. No more regrets. Look where we all ended up. Devon is happy with amanda, and I am beyond happy with you.

Elena: I’m happy, too, but —

Nate: Look, look. I may not be a surgeon anymore, but I have a great life. I don’t long for the past because I love where I’m at right now. I love you.

Chloe: We can’t just drop sally. I mean, we need as much help as we can get if we’re gonna branch out on our own, and, I mean, sally is a proven asset.

Chelsea: I disagree. She’s baggage, and the downsides of her joining our team outweigh any so-called “talent” she may have.

Chloe: Why are you still so threatened by her, when you and adam are clearly over? I mean, he’s totally out of the picture now.

Chelsea: Sally has proven she can’t stay in her own lane. And, quite frankly, I think she knew about the sale way before we did. I think she knew it was in the works, and she didn’t say a word to warn us.

Chloe: What makes you say that? Do you have proof?

Chelsea: No, but I-I just — I just feel it. I saw it in her face.

Chloe: I don’t want us to turn our backs on a good addition to the company because of some misplaced emotions.

Chelsea: That’s not what this is! Chloe, we are alone now. We need to fight to stay afloat. You and I, we know each other and trust each other implicitly. Do you really know sally well enough to trust her with your entire professional future… the way we know and trust each other?

Adam: I look forward to working with you.

Nikki: Well, I can only hope for peace and prosperity with all of us working under the same roof.

Adam: Mm-hmm. That’s all that I want. Maybe the key is staying out of each other’s hair. And on that note, I need to get going. I need to let the newman media staff know that they will soon be employees of the great newman/locke.

Victoria: Would you do me a favor? Call my assistant and schedule a meeting for us. There are a couple things that i want to hash out with you before you start.

Adam: Will do.

Ashland: We should head back to the office, as well.

Victor: Ashland. Victoria, my darling, we should discuss the transition of power next time we meet, okay?

Victoria: Yes. Well, you know where to find me.

Ashland: Thanks for the time.

Victor: Ashland.

Nikki: Well, I suppose that was more civilized than i expected.

Victor: Mm-hmm. My darling, you know that I know what I’m doing.

Nikki: You always do.

Nick: Ran into half the family outside. Apparently, there’s some serious moguling going on in here.

Victor: Oh, yeah. Some serious moguling, indeed. Your brother adam and your sister victoria have decided to work together.

Nick: Well, I don’t know how you pulled it off. The fact that adam and vic left here without any bloodshed is pretty damn impressive.

Nikki: Yeah, what do you know? Maybe there’s hope for all of us yet.

Nick: Got to hand it to you, dad. You have assembled all of your troops — vic and adam and mom and ashland.

Nikki: Don’t forget. Your father will still be in his advisory position.

Nick: So many members of the newman family working so closely together.

Victor: Mm-hmm.

Nick: Be careful what you wish for.

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Victor: Well, son, I feel that having family work together is a boon for the company.

Nick: Trust me. Not hoping for trouble. I’m hoping it does very well, especially since it seems there may be another member of the newman family who ultimately winds up being an executive.

Nikki: Who are you talking about?

Nick: Faith. She is determined to go to a college with a strong business program.

Nikki: Oh.

Nick: I don’t suppose you had anything to do with that.

Victor: Well, no, I think my granddaughter has good sense, you know? Maybe one day, she’ll be able to convince her father to work for the same company — company that bears his name.

Nick: I wouldn’t bet on that.

Victor: Let me ask you something, son. Now that noah works with you at new hope, don’t you find it gratifying? Doesn’t it make you happy to work side by side with your son?

Nick: I love it.

Victor: Okay.

Nick: I’m also very appreciative that you seem to have united the family under one umbrella. My concern is that there seems to be a lot of cooks in the kitchen.

Victor: Mm.

Nick: And most of them think they’re the head chef.

Victor: Mm-hmm.

Nick: You think that’s sustainable?

Victor: [ Chuckles ]

Nick: Well, there’s my food.

Victor: Alright.

Nick: I love you both.

Nikki: I love you, too.

Victor: Nice to see you, son.

Nikki: Nicholas’ concerns are not unfounded. I think we should start thinking about how to move forward from here. Speaking of that, what were you talking to ashland about?

Victor: He seemed to want to push through some changes at newman media without victoria being there.

Nikki: Mm. I knew it. There seems to be a new power dynamic forming between the two of them.

Victor: Well, it seems to me that now that ashland is being able to manage his illness, he wants to exert more power and more leverage. And I won’t allow that to happen.

Nikki: You don’t think victoria can handle him on her own?

Victor: That’s beside the point. I’m gonna watch his every step.

Ashland: Do you think this was always victor’s plan, to reunify his family under the newman corporate umbrella?

Victoria: I think bringing the family together has always been one of his goals.

Ashland: Well, it makes me wonder what exactly he sees his role here as. I know he wants a so-called “advisory” position. But do you think he’s actually gonna settle for that?

Victoria: I think we need to redefine someone else’s role first… yours.

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Sally: I’m so glad you guys called to meet up. Okay, so, here’s what I’m thinking. We just keep working, same as before, and we prove how powerful, dynamic, and invaluable we are. I already have a ton of fresh ideas. What?

Chelsea: I’m guessing adam didn’t give you the heads-up this time?

Sally: What happened?

Chelsea: He’s going to run newman media for newman/locke. Our fashion platform is being killed.

Sally: Wha– that can’t be true.

Chelsea: It’s over, done.

Sally: Adam wouldn’t do that to me… to us.

Chloe: It’s actually victoria who pulled the plug.

Sally: Okay. Alright, well, we shouldn’t just give up. I mean, victoria likes me and my design sense.

Chelsea: We already tried making our case with her. She’s not interested in being in the fashion business.

Sally: Oh, my god. Okay, so, what are we gonna do?

Chloe: Well, I…I think it’s time for us to accept defeat and go our separate ways.

Sally: Just because we’re breaking away from newman/locke does not mean that this is the end for us. We can start a new platform on our own. We already have plenty of buzz, and we can just get another company to back us because we’re already a proven success. I think we should give it a shot.

Chelsea: It’s over, sally! It’s time to move on.

Sally: [ Scoffs ] If you, like many people,

Sally: So, that’s how it is? You know, I could have predicted that chelsea would throw me overboard, but you, too, chloe? We got the platform up and running by ourselves while chelsea was off, trying to figure out if she even wanted to join us.

Chloe: Whoa, whoa. I am as devastated by this as you are. I just think it’s time for us to cut our losses at this point.

Sally: Mm-hmm. Except for the fact that you two probably have enough money and people to rely on until you move on to whatever it is that you’re planning to do without me. And don’t even pretend like you’re not conspiring to start something together.

Chelsea: So, what if we are? We don’t owe you anything.

Sally: You know, I hate to break it to you, but your next project is going to be a big fail, and that will fall entirely on you because I am the reason that the fashion platform took off in the first place. It never would have amounted to anything if I hadn’t busted my butt and took risks on ideas, like victoria’s wedding dress.

Chelsea: Oh, please! Enough with the dress! It was one garment. It’s yesterday’s news. And you know what? You’ve got some nerve, predicting that we’re just gonna fail.

Sally: Okay, I don’t want to hear it. You’re a has-been. And you are a fool to follow her around. So, good luck with chelsea 22.0 or whatever number you’re at now, because you are going to need it.

[ Door slams ]

Victoria: You know what? I feel like we left some things unsettled after our conversation yesterday. I mean, I know that we said we want to work together as a team, which of course we will, but i wonder how you see us specifically functioning.

Ashland: Well, I want to take on a more active role, and i hope you welcome that. Just imagine what we can accomplish if we bring both of our business minds together as a united front.

Victoria: Yeah, I-I agree. And I see the sense in you, you know, having more control, since you’re more familiar with some of the divisions that were previously in your company.

Ashland: I’m so glad that you see things the way I do.

Nikki: So, if you are planning on taking a bigger role at newman than you have indicated, I need to know about that —

Michael: Oh, I’m sorry. Is this a bad time?

Victor: No, no, no, no, no. Come in.

Michael: Victor, I need to discuss a bit of business with you.

Victor: Okay. Sweetheart, would you give us a minute?

Nikki: I’m the coo of newman/locke. I mean, if that doesn’t qualify me to be in this meeting —

Victor: Well, but this won’t take long. I promise.

[ Door closes ] So… what have you uncovered?

Michael: I don’t exactly know what it means, but there’s some inconsistency regarding ashland’s treatment.

Victor: What does that mean?

Michael: There seems to be some question surrounding the treatment’s legitimacy, and, more to the point, the legitimacy of the clinic, the peruvian clinic where it originated.

Victor: To be frank with you, I’ve had my doubts from the very beginning about that nonsense. Why the hell would he travel all the way to peru to look for a treatment for cancer, when we have the best scientists in this country? I want you to dig deeper.

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Adam: What do you mean newman/locke is buying newman media?

Victoria: Well, I really don’t think I can say it any more clearly than you just did. Which part of it did you not understand?

Adam: [ Scoffs ] I knew that there was an offer, but this seems abrupt.

Victoria: Well, dad summoned me to the ranch. He accepted our offer. We shook on it. The deal is done. You know, he didn’t even really drive that hard of a bargain. I wonder why he didn’t tell you. Oh, well. Look on the bright side. At least now you don’t have to worry about me suing you for the name newman media because I own it. I’m the newman in charge.

Ashland: Hey, hey. Thanks for meeting up with me.

Nate: Thanks for the invite. How you feeling these days?

Ashland: Fantastic. Better than ever.

Nate: Hey, I got to admit, i am thoroughly impressed with how well you responded to this experimental protocol. It was a long shot, but you seem to be thriving.

Ashland: Oh, there’s definitely a mental aspect to it, you know? I… I feel like I made a mistake backing away from my business when I did, you know? I was at my lowest point then, physically.

Nate: You were also in the throes of chemo at the time. You didn’t have energy for much, especially running a multinational conglomerate.

Ashland: Well, it’s really a question of causality, isn’t it? I mean, I think my love of work fuels me and probably would’ve helped me fight this sooner, but…now that I’m back in the thick of it, I feel stronger than I have in a long time. And I’m not about to shy away from the next fight that comes along.

Sally: What the hell is this?

[ Scoffs ] Hey! I was just about to call you and chloe.

Chelsea: What’s wrong, sally? You seem upset.

Sally: Yeah, you’re damn right I am. All my videos from new york, have you seen them?

Chelsea: Of course. They’re all over the newman fashion site. They’re amazing.

Sally: They’ve been heavily edited.

Chelsea: They have. They’re much crisper and more focused now. Wouldn’t you agree?

Sally: Well, they’re certainly a lot shorter, now that I’ve been cut out of them.

Chelsea: And why is that a problem?

Faith: I’m meeting with walnut grove’s college counselor tomorrow. This is my list of schools I’m applying to.

Sharon: Wow. These are universities from all over the country.

Faith: Yeah, she suggested that I cast a wide net at first, keep my options, but then we can narrow it down.

Sharon: It’s a little overwhelming.

Faith: I know. Which is why I was hoping that in a few weeks you could take me to visit some of my top choices.

Sharon: I love seeing you so excited, but this is not a lot of notice for a big trip.

Rey: Hey.

Faith: Rey, tell my mom how important it is that I visit colleges before I apply.

Rey: Well, I will be honest, I went to the police academy and lola went to culinary school, so not really an expert.

Faith: Mom, practically everyone in my class is visiting campuses with their parents.

Sharon: Then, yes, we can go. It’ll be fun.

Faith: Thanks so much, mom.

Sharon: But I also still want you to consider gcu. You know, I had really wonderful professors there when I was getting my therapy credentials.

Rey: In other words, she wants to keep you close to home.

Faith: [ Chuckles ] Isn’t college supposed to be the time that I finally spread my wings, figure out who I am and what I want to do with my life?

Sharon: Yes. I just think that you can do all those things while still staying in the same zip code.

Faith: [ Sighs ]

Chance: Hey!

Abby: Hi. Wow, what’s all this?

Chance: Oh, you know, just a little something I threw together. Figured you’d be hungry after doing all that sleeping.

Abby: I’m famished. I feel like I slept for 16 hours.

Chance: Yeah, well, you just about did. But you know what? You deserved all that rest.

Abby: Yeah. I mean, I haven’t gotten that much sleep since before dominic was born.

Chance: And now you’re all rested up, feeling good. It’s nice to have a little break, get your batteries recharged, right?

Abby: Yeah. I mean, that’s a healthy way of looking at our arrangement with devon. And we got to spend some time together, just the two of us.

Chance: Exactly.

Abby: You know, you don’t have to do all of this. It’s very sweet, but it’s not necessary.

Chance: Oh, okay. Well, next time you’ll get some granola bars and half a banana. How about that?

Abby: Yum.

[ Laughs ] So how are you feeling after getting that letter from the wife of your colleague who passed away and after everything we talked about?

Chance: Yeah, I’m good, I’m good. Talking to you about it, it helped. It really did. I got a few more hours of sleep than I usually do, so that’s a plus.

Abby: Well, one of the reasons why I slept so late is that I was up thinking.

Chance: Yeah, about what?

Abby: I know that you said that I’m all you need to heal and that talking to me is enough, but what if it’s not? Maybe you should talk to a professional.

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Victoria: I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to jump the gun and ruin dad’s big surprise. I’m sure he would’ve eventually told you that he sold your company to me.

Adam: Well, he called me earlier, and I ignored it. Probably should’ve answered.

Victoria: Yes, well, hind-sight is 20/20. Next time you’ll know.

Adam: I’ve been busy running the company. You know, staff have heard rumors about your —

Victoria: Well-founded rumors. But the good news is that most of them will be able to keep their jobs after the acquisition. You can tell them that.

Adam: Well, I hope you’re not expecting a tour of the offices or anything like that.

Victoria: [ Scoffs ] No, not at all. However, I hope you don’t mind, I need to take some measurements for my interior decorator.

Adam: Victoria, can you do this another time? Please?

Victoria: Of course. I’m sure that you have things that you need to do, like call our father. I bet that you’re curious about the details we worked out without you. So, by all means, make your call. Oh, and, adam, I really mean this. I feel like I have a lot to offer you as a mentor. I hope that you’re looking forward to working with me as much I’m looking forward to being your boss.

Ashland: How are things at the hospital?

Nate: They’re fine.

Ashland: You still enjoy being chief of surgery now that you have time to settle in?

Nate: [ Sighs ] It’s a nice title, but I spend so much time overseeing staff and administrating that I don’t have much time for patients, which is what I love.

Ashland: Oh, I imagine you’re being modest. Uh, the way you interact and handle the staff, that kind of compassion and expertise finds its way to the patients.

Nate: That’s possible. I see opportunities to improve things, make memorial more helpful to the community, but there’s just so much bureaucracy to navigate.

Ashland: Well, it must be quite a shift for a man of your training and talent for healing people. I mean, it’s almost as if you’re trying to heal an institution.

Nate: I’ve realized I’m coming to terms with the nerve damage that’s keeping me from performing surgery. I know it sounds like I’m complaining, but I’m grateful for the job, the opportunity to work with world-class physicians. I also, you know, get a kick out of watching elena and seeing how much she enjoys the clinical work.

Ashland: I know what’s going on. You’re a brilliant doctor, but you need a new mountain to climb. And I think I have the perfect challenge for you.

Sally: The problem with me being cut out of the videos is that I gave those conversations context. I asked the questions that the audience wanted to hear.

Chelsea: Did you, though?

Sally: Yes, I had some great, lively exchanges with some of those designers.

Chelsea: But the interviews were supposed to be about the designers, not “the sally show.” I mean, is that your sole purpose at newman fashion, just to be a self-promoter?

Sally: I’m the face of the platform. Hyping me is hyping the brand.

Chelsea: I always thought that was a mistake. A decision that was made before I got there.

Sally: Yes, that’s right. It was decided.

Chelsea: But it’s a bad idea, associating a new brand with one person, especially a relative unknown.

Sally: Okay, I am not an unknown in the fashion world. In fact, I’m actually quite known, most recently for my design of victoria’s wedding dress.

Chelsea: Oh, please. You designed one nice dress. How long are you gonna dine out on that singular accomplishment?

Sally: That was a beautiful dress.

Chelsea: It’s time to move on. Our job is to create a successful business, not feed your ego. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I am going to get some food and head back to the office because there is still work to be done. We can’t all spend all day self-promoting.

Sally: Guess you know best.

Chance: Abby, I really don’t think that I need therapy. And plus, I don’t want to talk to a stranger. I got you.

Abby: Yes, and I will always be here, but I’m your wife. I’m sure there are things that you don’t want to tell me because you don’t want to upset me.

Chance: But I’ve been honest and I’ve been open with you.

Abby: You have. But, I mean, you didn’t tell me that you were reaching out to the families of your team members. That had to have been hard to keep bottled up.

Chance: Well, yeah, it was, and then we talked about it and I feel much better. I really do.

Abby: But you only told me about it because I found you reading that letter.

Chance: No, I would’ve been honest about it. I would’ve told you regardless.

Abby: Okay, look, I don’t want to debate that point, i just — I feel like there are things that happened over there, things that you need to talk to someone about, not necessarily me. I just — I really want you to heal.

Chance: I know. And I know dwelling on past traumatic events can’t be healthy. But just hear me out, I think i got a better way to handle this.

Abby: Okay, what is that?

Chance: So I just keep my mind occupied, right? I got to stay busy. So I think I should go back to work after all. I’m gonna go talk to rey about it today.

Abby: Wow. Um…okay, well, we had just talked about you, you know, taking some time off so we could spend more time together as a family.

Chance: Yeah, I know. I know. And if it would make you feel better, you can come with me.

Abby: No, no, no, rey is your partner. You should talk to him alone.

Chance: Thank you for being so supportive, really.

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Faith: I’m not ruling anything out, but I seriously hope you’re not trying to talk me out of going away for college.

Sharon: I would never do that. I was just having a mom moment.

Faith: Good. It’s not like you have to worry about being lonely without me. You have rey and the odds are pretty decent noah will never leave genoa city again.

Rey: You may be right about that.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Sharon: Oh, I have to take this. Excuse me.

Faith: There are a couple girls I know that are applying to schools in europe. Sounds kind of cool. But I’m thinking I maybe shouldn’t mention the possibility to mom.

Rey: There you go. That’s smart. You might want her to get used to the idea of you crossing state lines first.

Faith: [ Sighs ] Thanks, rey. You always have the best advice.

Rey: Then maybe you’ll listen to me when I tell you that as exciting as moving away seems right now, having your family close by could be a good thing.

Sharon: Okay. What’d I miss?

Faith: Nothing. I’m gonna go tell moses that you’re taking me to visit colleges. Thanks again, mom. Bye.

Sharon: I can’t believe how fast my little girl is growing up.

Chelsea: Chance.

Chance: Oh, my god. Sorry.

Chelsea: Oh, look at this little cutie pie.

Chance: Yeah, he’s a handsome little dude, isn’t he?

[ Chuckles ]

Chelsea: Look at you, proud papa. A week ago, you didn’t have any photos of him on your phone, now here you are fawning all over him.

Chance: Oh, yeah, I was pretty embarrassed about that, so i just took a couple hundred since then. You want to check them out?

Chelsea: I would love to. You want to see a couple hundred of connor?

Chance: Please.

Chelsea: Are abby and dom meeting you here?

Chance: No, abby is at home and dominic is with his other dad, devon.

Ashland: I’m thinking of askmdnow, which will soon be owned by newman/locke.

Nate: I had to leave my position there because it was too much to handle with the chief of surgery position. Besides, elena’s doing a great job.

Ashland: She is, but I’m thinking bigger. See, there are opportunities to take the platform further. And if you ever have any desires to shift out of the position that you’re in right now, I’d be happy to bring you on board at newman/locke.

Nate: I’m flattered, but I’m not really a suit-and-tie corporate guy. Matter of fact, the aspects of the job that I hate are the business parts.

Ashland: You know, I really admire your dedication to healing, but I also know that when you were studying abroad, you took some business courses, right? So perhaps there’s a way that we can bridge the two.

Nate: It’s been a long time since I took those classes. I’m not sure how much i remember.

Ashland: Oh, you’re selling yourself short. You are young. You’re passionate and brilliant, and, frankly, a good influence on me. Now, if there’s a way that I can help you do good on a global scale, I want to know about it. You might not be able to perform surgery on individual patients, but with our resources, you can help millions at a time. So give it some thought, hmm? The offer will always be there.

Victor: I’ve been expecting you, son.

Adam: I’m sure you have.

Victor: So you’ve heard the news?

Adam: Mm-hmm. Victoria just came by to rub my nose in it, as a matter of fact.

Victor: Well, that wasn’t necessary.

Adam: How could you make a decision like this?

Victor: Son, you knew there was a deal on the table and i was considering the offer, right?

Adam: You didn’t even consult with me. You didn’t even tell me a damn thing about it.

Victor: I don’t need your approval, son. Business is business.

Adam: There is no good business reason to make this deal. Do you have another agenda going on? And please, do not tell me “maybe I do and maybe I don’t,” dad, okay? I’m getting really sick of the games.

Victor: Why are you getting so worked up, son? This is a great opportunity for you.

Adam: What are you talking about?

Victor: I guess victoria conveyed to you an important piece of information. The deal is contingent on you staying on as the head of newman media and the recently acquired chanccomm.

Adam: That makes it even worse. It means you negotiated on my behalf without even checking with me.

Victor: Do you realize that the business that you’ve been building up would be stronger, more powerful than it was before? Now, you’d also be running the remains of billy abbott’s dream. How’s that?

Adam: You know, what I want, dad, is I want to be valued enough to be included in decisions that affect my life.

Victor: Son, you stay on as the head of newman media or you quit. But newman media will be sold to newman/locke.

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Adam: So…when and why did your feelings suddenly change towards me? You did a 180, dad. We were partners, and, what, now I’m some sort of lackey?

Victor: That’s not how it is, son.

Adam: Sure seems like you’re losing faith in me. Is this about the nonsense with billy?

Victor: Mistakes were made, alright?

Adam: It’s absurd. Nothing happened. There was no damage done. And now, what, you’re cutting me off at the knees? You’re selling the company out from under me and I got to answer to victoria?

Victor: If I had lost faith in you, would I have stipulated to victoria that you stay in charge of newman media?

Adam: So it’s another mind game. Mm. You know, nick warned me that i should get off the newman merry-go-round. So maybe it is time that I save myself.

Victor: You know, son, there are certain moments in life when you make decisions that impact the rest of your life. So you can stay on as head of newman media, expand your sphere of power and control, or you walk. Choice is yours. But I need an answer soon.

Chance: So now abby and I are sharing custody with devon. You know, last night was the first time he spent the night with him.

Chelsea: Wow. That’s big. And complicated.

Chance: Yeah, it was a family decision. We didn’t involve the court. And, you know, everybody thinks this is what’s best.

Chelsea: Well, I don’t want to insert myself in something that’s none of my business, but I can relate.

Chance: You can?

Chelsea: Johnny, billy and victoria’s son. I’m his biological mother.

Chance: That’s right. I completely forgot about that. I’m so sorry.

Chelsea: Billy and victoria are his parents, legally and in every other way, but I’ll always have affection for him. It’s just at the time, i recognized that he deserved to be with a couple who could give him all the love in the world, and I just wasn’t ready for that back then.

Chance: Yeah, well, our situations are a little different. You know, you stepped aside for the sake of the child, and, in our case, devon couldn’t step aside.

Chelsea: Right. Well, I understand how emotional you must be. It’s hard to watch someone else raise your kid. You know, you miss them and it’s painful. It — it’s a lot, I get it.

Chance: Yeah, abby’s having a hard time.

Chelsea: I bet. But it’s important that you embrace the fact that devon will love dom with his whole heart, you know? Same way victoria loves johnny.

Chance: Yeah, absolutely. That’s part of the reason we made the decision.

Chelsea: It’s still really difficult, though, you know? Even if you make the decision, you can’t just put those feelings away. They’ll always be there. But our situations are different. Earlier you said that devon is like another dad to dom. I was never another mom to johnny.

Chance: What, do you think it’s too complicated for dom? You think we’re doing more harm than we are good?

Chelsea: No, I don’t think so. You’re putting your child first. That’s leading with love. That’s always the right choice.

[ Sighs ] Sometimes the hardest decision is the one that’s most painful for the parent, but best for the child. That’s love.

Ashland: Well, there she is. We were just talking about you.

Victoria: Oh, really? What did you have to say?

Nate: Nothing but good things. Here, take my seat. I was just about to leave.

Victoria: Thanks, nate.

Nate: Mm-hmm. Hey, thanks for the coffee. Next one’s on me.

Ashland: If you take me up on my offer, you can write it off as a business expense.

Victoria: Offer?

Nate: Ashland here was kidding about me leaving the hospital to join newman/locke.

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Ashland: I wasn’t joking. And I do hope you give it serious consideration.

Nate: Appreciate the vote of confidence.

Ashland: Talk soon.

Victoria: Thank you. So what was that about?

Ashland: Don’t tell me you’re not happy about me inviting him into the company.

Victoria: Where did that idea come from?

Ashland: Well, we’ve discussed expanding askmdnow. Who better than nate to lead that effort?

Victoria: Nate’s great. I just wish I would’ve been consulted on this. You know, I’m not in the habit of making big offers on a whim, especially to a friend. Better skin from your body wash?

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Ashland: Bringing nate into the fold of our company seems like a no-brainer to me. And I appreciate your opinion on the matter, but if I see a smart move for newman/locke, I’m going to act on it. I can’t always run to you for permission, just like you haven’t been coming to me with the decisions that you’ve made lately.

Victoria: Well, the last decision that you disagreed on is about to pay off big time.

Ashland: What are you talking about?

Victoria: You said that we shouldn’t buy newman media if keeping adam on board was a part of the deal.

Ashland: Mm, and I stand by that.

Victoria: Well, I don’t think that we have anything to worry about. Because I just came from seeing adam and he’s not happy, and he’s on his way out the door.

Ashland: He said that?

Victoria: He didn’t have to. It was palpable. My father obviously made this decision without consulting him, and now he’s completely off-balance, so I gave him a little taste of what it would be like to work for me.

Ashland: Huh. Well, I wish I could’ve been there to see that.

Victoria: He hated every minute of it. And I can’t see him coming in every single day to experience that dynamic. I think he’ll quit before he ever comes to work for me.

Chelsea: What now? Are you going to complain to adam about the editing of that video?

Sally: Of course not. I have important things to discuss with him. Adam, I need to —

Chelsea: I seriously can’t work with this woman.

Adam: Stop. I have news that’ll make your complaints about each other completely irrelevant.

Chelsea: What are you talking about?

Adam: My father is selling newman media. Excuse me.

Sally: Who’s the buyer?

Adam: Newman/locke.

Chelsea: I just signed a lease for new office space. So what happens to newman fashion?

Adam: I don’t know what it means for any of us, including me. I haven’t decided if I’m staying with the company or not.

Chelsea: I can’t believe victor would do this.

Adam: Actually, this is the most victor thing he could possibly do. Okay? We had a good run, but he is back to his old ways.

Chelsea: You have to fight it. Stand up for yourself. Don’t just roll over.

Adam: I just found out. Can you give me a second to figure out what my next move is?

Chelsea: Did you know about this?

Sally: Me? How could I?

Chelsea: I don’t know, but you don’t seem surprised. In fact, adam doesn’t seem as upset as he should be if this is the bombshell he claims it is.

Sally: I’m flabbergasted. I’m stunned into silence.

Chelsea: Okay. Well, since protecting newman fashion clearly isn’t at the top of your agenda, I will call chloe and tell her the bad news.

Adam: [ Sighs ]

Abby: [ Sighs ] Well, thank you for coming by.

Sharon: Sure. I hope I can help. What’s going on?

Abby: It’s chance. He says that he’s on a healing path, that he’s doing better, but I can tell he’s still struggling, and I suggested that he see a therapist, but he’s being very resistant.

Sharon: I see.

Abby: So I guess I just — i need to know what my next step should be.

Sharon: Well, what makes you think that he needs therapy now? I mean, is he acting depressed or anxious?

Abby: [ Sighs ] Well, he’s having these nightmares. Sometimes he wakes up screaming, and then he’ll just be up all night. And I found out that he’s been reaching out to the families of the men and women who died in spain.

Sharon: Well, the nightmares are troubling, but contacting people who were affected by the explosion, that’s not inherently unhealthy.

Abby: Well, and then there’s the custody arrangement that we have with devon. He blames himself.

Sharon: Why is that?

Abby: Because he feels like if he were a better dad or even more present, that devon wouldn’t have pushed for shared custody. And now he’s talking about going back to work. He says he needs something to help him feel normal.

Sharon: Wow, that is a lot to process all at once. He must feel overwhelmed.

Abby: Sharon, I just — i need your opinion. Do you think he should be in therapy?

Sharon: I just think chance should be here for this conversation. My foundation doesn’t settle…

Abby: It’s not like I’m going behind chance’s back. I’ve discussed the idea of therapy with him. I just — I thought it would help him get on board with the idea if he knew that you agreed with me.

Sharon: Well, I feel for you, but I just don’t feel comfortable assessing his issues third-hand.

Abby: I understand, but i don’t think he’d come to you on his own.

Sharon: Well, then I suggest you just keep doing what you’re doing. Be supportive, be nurturing, and maybe that’ll encourage him to open up and talk to you.

Abby: I mean, he has been better about sharing his feelings with me.

Sharon: Well, that’s a good sign.

Abby: But, sharon, I really do think he needs professional help.

Sharon: Well, I’d be happy to talk to him directly, or I could make a referral. But we can’t impose our expectations onto him. He needs to decide if he’s ready for therapy. And for the process to be effective, the person has to want to talk things out.

Chance: Rey, hey!

Rey: How are you?

Chance: I’m good, man. Good to see you. Thanks for meeting me.

Rey: Of course.

Chance: Yeah.

Rey: So how are things? I heard that you and abby decided to give devon shared custody.

Chance: Yeah, yeah, we sure did. Yesterday was dominic’s first overnight stay at his place.

Rey: That’s got to be tough for you and abby.

Chance: Yeah, it wasn’t easy, but abby and I feel like this is the best decision. In fact, I’ve had to make a few tough decisions lately, and actually why I wanted to talk to you. I’ve been going back and forth on something.

Rey: Yeah, what’s up?

Chance: Think I’m ready to come back to the force.

Rey: You sure?

Chance: Oh, yeah. I think this is exactly what i need right now.

Rey: But you just recently said that the break was gonna be indefinite, that you needed to spend more time with abby and the baby. What’s changed?

Chance: I just feel like it’s time to go back.

Rey: You sure this doesn’t have anything to do with the custody arrangement?

Chance: You know, it probably does. But I feel like I have to get things back to normal for the sake of my family, and a big part of my normal is working, man.

Rey: I hear you. But what we do involves danger, traumatic events, sometimes life-and-death. Look, if you’re still struggling with what happened in spain, maybe coming back to the job as a cop might do more harm than good.

Chance: I’ve thought about that. And I truly believe that I’m ready to come back. Look, if I can just do some good, if I can just save one life, then maybe I can make up for the ones that I’ve lost.

Sally: You must be furious with victor. I know this seems like a setback, but it’s not complete and total destruction, right?

Adam: Uh, victor doesn’t seem to think so. He tried to appease me by making it a stipulation that I can stay in my position as ceo.

Sally: Well, that sounds like a good thing to me.

Adam: I would be working for my sister.

Sally: Oh.

[ Clears throat ] Well, that wouldn’t be so bad, would it?

Adam: She came by here earlier, gloating.

Sally: Okay, well, that’s mean.

Adam: Yeah, but it wasn’t just petty. She wanted me to know what it would be like working for her.

Sally: You can handle it. I think you should stay here and run newman media your way.

Adam: Mm. I don’t know if that’s even possible. Victoria has been trying to drive a wedge between me and victor for a while now, and looks like it’s finally succeeded.

Sally: Only if you let her. But you’re better than that. I mean, look at everything you’ve accomplished here at newman media. Would you really be willing to walk away from all of this?

Adam: Walking away might be the smartest thing. Why do I want to get tied up in all this family drama again when I could start fresh once and for all? I mean, if I made newman media a success once, I could do it again somewhere else.

Sally: Yes, you can succeed anywhere, but consider the resources that you would have at newman/locke. If you left, you might be scraping together nickels and dimes to create an operation from scratch. But here, the resources are practically infinite. Plus, victoria just bought chanccomm, right? So you would be running your big competitor. I mean, that sounds enticing.

Adam: I would be head of a newly combined media powerhouse.

Sally: I think you should seriously consider it. This is not a demotion. It’s really a promotion. And who knows? Maybe this is victor’s way of giving you more power in the family.

Adam: You clearly have a lot to learn about how my father’s mind works.

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Rey: Chance wants to come back to work.

Sharon: Do you think that’s a good idea?

Rey: I’m worried it’s too soon. He’s hoping it’ll help him get back to his old life. He wants to feel normal again. But I think he’s still carrying around the trauma from what happened in spain. And now he and abby have agreed to share custody of dominic with devon. I think he’s avoiding his feelings rather than dealing with them.

Sharon: I just got a similar sense from abby. She’s strong, but she’s dealing with a lot, and agreeing to share custody is obviously huge for both of them. She’s trying to heal her family, but she’s worried about chance.

Rey: Well, did she say anything about him going back to work?

Sharon: That came up, but i can’t really talk about it because she was seeking my professional advice.

Rey: Yeah.

[ Sighs ] You know, being a cop is tough enough when things are going really good. Takes an emotional and psychological toll. You have to be on top of your game at all times, and I’m just — I’m afraid chance isn’t quite there yet.

Chance: Hello?

Abby: Hey.

Chance: Hi.

Abby: I was just about to call you.

Chance: Yeah, what for?

Abby: Well, I wanted to make sure that you’d be home in time. Louise is on her way back with dominic.

Chance: Oh, come on, i wouldn’t be late for that. I know how important it is to be here.

Abby: Did you talk to rey?

Chance: Yeah, I did. He, uh — he had his concerns. I don’t know, I just still feel like this is exactly what I’m supposed to do. I appreciate you being so supportive.

Abby: Mm.

Louise: Look who’s back.

Abby: Oh, my baby! My sweet boy, come here.

Louise: Oh.

Abby: Hi! Hi, my love. Welcome home.

[ Gasps ] Welcome home. Yes. Well, I guess he has two homes now. How is he?

Louise: Oh, he looks happy, rested. Devon said that he was recently fed and changed, so he’s good.

Chance: Okay, sounds like everything went smoothly, huh?

Abby: Oh, I am just so happy that he’s back home and my little family is back together again. Yes, my love. We missed you.

Adam: So you think that i should stay here and continue to run newman media.

Sally: Absolutely.

Adam: Why?

Sally: I just said, it’s an opportunity.

Adam: Yes, yes, yes, it is a glorious opportunity. You and my dad have established that. But what I want to know is why you are taking that point of view. I mean, what is in that for you? You think I’m gonna protect your job at newman fashion?

Sally: I do not have an ulterior motive. I was just speaking to you as a friend. You asked for my advice, so I —

Adam: I didn’t ask for it. You shared your opinion anyway.

Sally: Okay. Well, I was just thinking that you may be blind to this because you’re so hurt and angered by the move, but there is a scenario where victoria might be distracted by the rest of her vast empire to see the advantage that you have where the media division is concerned. You could turn your role into something much bigger.

Adam: That is an intriguing idea. You’re good at pep talks.

Sally: Thanks. [ Sighs ] So…will you stay?

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Faith tells Nick that she is considering going to college to study business so she can go into fashion.

Adam decides to stay and run Newman Media after it is taken over by Newman Locke. Victoria makes it clear to Adam that he will have to prove to her that he can run the now combined Chancellor Communications and Newman Media before she will give him complete autonomy to run the company.

Nate considers taking Ashland’s offer to work for Newman Locke because he doesn’t like all the administrative work associated with being chief of surgery.

Ashland tells Victoria he wants to take more of an active role in Newnan Media since his health is better. Victor refuses to talk to Ashland about his new ideas for Newman Media without Victoria being present at the meeting.

Chloe and Chelsea decide to get investors and start their fashion line platform after Victoria tells them her plans for Newman Media don’t include the fashion platform. Chelsea and Chloe decide to fire Sally since they can’t trust her.

Nick wishes Victor luck with the Newman Media Newman Locke merger because there are too many people in the new company that want to be the boss.

Michael tells Victor that the treatment that Ashland got in Peru might not be a legitimate treatment for cancer.

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Y&R Update Thursday, February 3 2022

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Victoria, Nikki and Victor were at the main house, and they were meeting about Newman Media. Victor asked if Victoria didn’t want to wait for Ashland. She said he wouldn’t be joining them because he had an appointment to monitor his cancer treatment, but she’d fill him in later. Nikki thought it was wonderful how well the treatment was working. Victor mused that it almost seemed miraculous. Victoria called Ashland’s new treatment a godsend. Victor wondered if there was another reason Ashland wasn’t here today. Victoria reiterated that Ashland had an appointment; he wasn’t skipping out on the meeting. She said that when Ashland was getting chemotherapy, the side effects were awful, and it was hard for him to put on a good face. Now he was on a new treatment and getting stronger every day. Victor wondered why Ashland went all the way to Peru for treatment, when the best institutions were here in the USA. Victoria asked what Victor really wanted to say. Nikki thought Victor just wanted to know if Ashland was as well as he seemed to be. Victor wanted to know what the future held – Ashland had said he wanted to be more involved in the business, and Victor asked if Ashland would be able to withstand the stress. Victoria said that Ashland would do as much work as his health would allow. Victor commented again that Ashland seemed to have made a miraculous recovery.

Ashland was with Nate at Society. Ashland said he’d never believed in miracles until now. Nate replied that advances in medicine could feel miraculous. Nate admitted he’d had grave doubts about this protocol, given the unproven nature of the treatment, and how advanced Ashland’s cancer was. He said the results spoke for themselves – Ashland’s disease had stopped progressing. Ashland said the universe cut him a break. In the beginning, he had no intention of seeking treatment, but Victoria refused to accept it, and he fought his cancer for her. He knew he wasn’t out of the woods, but he was pleased he’d come so far. The treatment exceeded Nate’s expectations, and he’d never been happier to be wrong.

Lauren and Michael were at a table across from Ashland and Nate’s. Michael wasn’t listening to Lauren’s story about work, because he was focused on the next table. Lauren asked why Michael was fixated on Nate and Ashland. After swearing Lauren to secrecy, he revealed that there were some issues surrounding the clinic behind Ashland’s new protocol. The clinic was registered as a non-profit, but nobody knew where the funding was coming from. Michael explained that Ashland had been flexing his muscles around Newman/Locke since he began to recover, and that had Victor concerned about how it’d affect Victoria. When Victor heard about the clinic’s curious accounting, he became very suspicious.

Lauren suggested that non-profits in Peru didn’t have to be as transparent as they would in the US. She pointed out that a few months ago, Victor and Nikki welcomed Ashland into the family with an elaborate wedding, and now Victor was trying to undermine it. Michael said Victor was always ten moves ahead, and that made working for him so interesting. Lauren didn’t see why Ashland going back into the workforce was cause for suspicion. Michael thought it was probably good to be cautious of Ashland, given his history and reputation. “It is one thing to make allowances for a man who is about to die, but it is another thing now that it looks like he’s going to live,” Michael said.

Chelsea and Chloe packed up the penthouse for Chelsea’s move. Growing up in crummy hotels with Anita, Chelsea could’ve never imagined a place like the penthouse, and now she was about to walk out the door for the last time. She worked so hard to build a life here, and now there were just memories. She felt like a failure. Adamant that Chelsea was not a failure, Chloe made some optimistic comments about starting over. Chloe said Chelsea was taking control and reinventing herself, and once she closed this chapter, she could move forward to the future. Chelsea thought Chloe meant a future without Adam. “I am not gonna lecture you about what’s-his-name,” Chloe promised. Chloe said it sucked when life didn’t go as planned. She thought it was a good thing that Chelsea made the choice to take care of herself by moving out of the penthouse. Chloe said Chelsea was taking her power back. Chloe promised she’d always be there for Chelsea. They acknowledged they’d been through a lot together. There was a flashback to years ago. It was Christmas, and Chelsea had made it clear that she wanted Chloe to respect her decision to be with Adam. Chelsea then asked Chloe to be Connor’s godmother and raise him if anything happened to her and Adam. Chloe accepted, and they hugged. In the present, Chelsea called Chloe her rock. Chloe had a feeling things were going to turn around for them again.

Sally ran into Adam at Crimson Lights. He asked how she was doing, and she joked that she was going to become a professional snowboarder now that she was out of a job. He wanted to know how she was really doing. She admitted she was freaked out about her future. Sally came to this town to start over. She left Beverly Hills, one of the most glamorous places on earth, and came to Genoa City. She became Lauren’s gofer even though she’d run her own fashion house. And it was all for nothing. Adam pointed out that Sally played a role in the troubles she’d experienced. She conceded that she was responsible for a few of those roadblocks, but not this one. She put Newman Media on the map with the wedding dress. She felt she was a genius, but she was out of a job and out in the cold – she couldn’t even go to the beach to make herself feel better. He invited her to Society with him. She called it the best offer she had all day, then she admitted it was her only offer. He replied that the day wasn’t over.

Chloe and Chelsea met with Lauren at Society and Michael left. Lauren thought it was nice seeing the pair together again, and she said Chloe and Chelsea sparked off each other. Lauren said she and Chloe got over their issues surrounding Victoria’s dress. Lauren alluded the things Chelsea did when she worked for Lauren. Chelsea admitted that she’d behaved abominably. Lauren said they were putting that behind them, but it’d factor into her thinking. Chelsea said she’d changed and was focused on making a stable environment for her son. Chloe and Chelsea told Lauren that working together could be beneficial for them all. Sally arrived just in time to overhear Lauren say she’d entertain any proposal as long as it didn’t include Sally.

Sally walked over and said there was so much talent at one table. Lauren thought it was too bad Sally didn’t trust her own talent, because it was enough to make her a star. Sally was grateful Chloe gave her a chance after the mistake she made, and she was proud of everything they did together. Chloe was sorry it didn’t work out. Chelsea let Sally know she was interrupting a meeting. Adam arrived. Chloe wished Sally luck. Lauren coolly said Sally would land somewhere eventually. Adam put his arm around Sally and announced that she was coming to work with him at Newman Media. He offered her his arm, she took it, and they walked to the bar. Just as they were about to sit down, Adam got a call and had to step away from the table.

Ashland asked if Nate had given more thought to the job offer. Nate wondered if Ashland only wanted to hire him because of their friendship. Ashland made the offer because he trusted his gut. He said Nate would need mentoring and guidance, but he had all the tools he needed, and he had an invaluable worldview because he’d worked with people facing life and death problems. Nate was flattered, but he wasn’t ready to turn his back on medicine. Ashland understood, but he said the offer still stood. He wanted someone with Nate’s integrity and intellect to be on his team. Michael was outside on the phone. He thanked someone for the information, as he watched Ashland leave the table.

Michael went inside after Ashland left and approached Nate to dig for information. Michael was relieved to see Ashland was improving. He brought up the experimental protocol. Michael had his own bout with cancer, so he knew that at a certain point, people were willing to try any treatment. He asked if Nate thought this treatment was the breakthrough the world had been waiting for. Nate only had Ashland’s case to go on, but the evidence was compelling. He made an offhand remark that the results were almost too good to be true. Nate left, and Adam walked up and asked what Michael was doing for Victor. Michael said they hadn’t finalized that, but he thought Victor was a restless man who saw Michael as a kindred spirit. Michael left.

Adam joined Sally. She thanked him for the save, which she assumed he did to make her look less pathetic. She said she’d tell people later that they couldn’t come to terms on the job offer. “As much as I enjoyed that mic-drop moment, I actually have been considering offering you a job. For real,” he told her. He knew her goal was to turn the platform into an actual fashion house, because design was her passion. Sally said Victoria pulled the plug on all of it. Adam said Sally was business savvy, and she had drive, and Victoria liked her, which was half the battle. Adam knew this wasn’t a dream scenario, and he didn’t even know what she’d do or what her title would be. “A job is yours if you want it,” he said. She took his hand, which caught Chelsea’s eye. Sally wanted the job.

Chloe said they’d be willing to do an exclusive line for Fenmore’s. Chelsea wasn’t participating in the discussion, because she was watching Sally and Adam. Chloe touched Chelsea’s arm, and Chelsea began to take part in the pitch. When Chelsea faltered, Chloe was there to keep the talk going. Lauren loved what she heard, and she wanted to meet again after Chloe and Chelsea put together a business plan. Chelsea said she was thrilled, but she looked depressed as she watched Adam and Sally toasting.

After Lauren left, Chelsea told Chloe her speech was brilliant. Chelsea apologized for getting too distracted to fully contribute. Chloe understood this was an emotional day for Chelsea. Chelsea said it was no excuse – this was important. Chloe was glad Chelsea recognized that. Chelsea wanted to know why Adam came to Sally’s rescue and pretended to offer her a job. Chelsea could tell Sally was shocked, which meant this position didn’t exist. Chelsea was sick of the games. Chloe told her not to engage, and Chelsea said it wasn’t that easy. Chloe said Adam had his company sold out from under him, and Sally got cut loose, but Chloe and Chelsea were on to bigger and better things. As they were leaving, Sally approached and said it was exciting that they were all taking on new challenges, or hoping to in Chelsea and Chloe’s case. Sally wished them luck with Lauren, who could be a stickler. Adam returned with Sally’s coat and put it over her shoulders. Sally said she was headed to the office to discuss the details of her new job. Chloe gave Chelsea’s arm a squeeze. Adam and Sally left, and Chelsea reminded herself to keep her eyes on the prize.

Sally and Adam went to his office. Earlier, she’d felt rotten and sick of all the backstabbing and maneuvering that was directed at her, but now… She hugged him and thanked him for the chance. They stared into each other’s eyes.

Ashland went to Victoria’s office, and she was glad when he said that the cancer was in check. He said he’d been bracing for the worst, but she told him to only think positive thoughts. He felt impossibly lucky, and they kissed. He wanted to hear about her meeting. She said her father was curious why he wasn’t there. Ashland thought that was funny, because he sensed Victor would rather deal with Victoria alone, then when Ashland wasn’t there, Victor questioned it. Victoria said her father was always looking for a reason to be disappointed. Victoria said Victor kept wondering about Ashland’s treatment and his overall health.

Victoria said Victor claimed he wanted to know what things would look like moving forward. Ashland said he didn’t know, because the treatment was new. All he knew was that he was happy to have today. Victoria thought that Victor had also been trying to shake her up a little bit. “I’m sure my dad wants me to act like a proper Newman and see you as a threat,” she said. He noted that Victor liked him well enough when it looked like he’d be dying soon, but now it looked like Ashland might get well enough to help run Victor’s empire. “What was he thinking? That I would use these gifts that I’ve gotten to undermine my wife?,” he asked. Victoria said this was all coming from her dad, and her mom was trying to keep the peace. Ashland wished Victor would stop trying to plant doubts into Victoria’s head. Victoria loved how cool and calm Ashland was about this. He said he wasn’t like the other men in her life. He was used to squaring off with his fellow masters of the universe and besting them. Ashland said Victor expected unconditional loyalty from his children, but he reserved the right to shift his own loyalties as he saw fit. Ashland had observed that Victor’s go-to move was to keep all his kids off balance. Ashland said Victor was trying to subvert Victoria’s trust in Ashland. “He realizes that you and I are much more formidable as a team. And I think that he was hoping that my illness would keep me from being a force at Newman/Locke,” Ashland said. Ashland stated that Victor would have to contend with the fact that Ashland would be a full partner in this business with Victoria. “I’m back. And whatever Victor may be planning, I will stand with you,” Ashland stated.

Michael went to Victor’s and reported that he saw Ashland and Nate. Michael thought it was strange that the pair were so chummy. Victor knew that Nate offered Ashland some treatment suggestions. Michael still didn’t think it made sense for Nate and Ashland to be friends. Michael said Nate was a genuinely good person who dedicated his life to healing people, while the Locke Ness monster apparently liked to crush his enemies before breakfast. Victor conceded that people could change after confronting their mortality, but he also found it odd that Ashland asked Nate to be his best man without really knowing him. “Decency by association,” Michael suggested. Michael said he asked Nate about the cancer protocol Nate was on. Michael repeated Nate’s offhand remark that it was almost too good to be true. Michael wondered if Ashland was lying and this treatment wasn’t really stopping the spread of the cancer, and if so, what would be the motive for that?

Victor wasn’t sure what Ashland’s motives were, but something didn’t seem right. Michael did some digging earlier and learned that there was a shell company financing the clinic in Peru. “Guess who the trail leads back to,” Michael said. It was Ashland. Victor wondered why Ashland would conceal the fact that he was funding a clinic in Peru, a clinic that had a therapy that saved his life.

Victor wanted Michael to travel to Peru and stay there as long as it took to figure out what was going on. Victor was unfazed when Michael pointed out that he’d set boundaries for this job and said Lauren was his priority. Michael knew Lauren would not be happy about him taking off to South America. He groaned in frustration, but he accepted the assignment, because he was eager to unravel this mystery. Victor smiled, and said he knew this would pique Michael’s interest. Victor raised his glass. Michael glared, but he did the same, and they clinked drinks.

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Y&R Update Friday, February 4 2022

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Abby and Chance were at home getting ready to go to Mariah and Tessa’s party. She noted that they hadn’t been to a party since his welcome home gathering, which she knew was a rough night for him. He said it wasn’t easy, but he was glad he had her to lean on. She’d need to lean on him tonight, because she expected that everyone was going to have comments and questions about the custody agreement. He promised to do what he could to handle it. Abby told Dom he’d have the best time with Louise while his Mommy and Daddy celebrated Aunts Mariah and Tessa. She said she’d read him a bedtime story if he was awake when she got home. Abby got concerned and called Chance over. She thought Dominic was breathing a bit too fast.

Later, the baby fell asleep, and he seemed fine to Chance, so he thought it’d be okay to leave him in Louise’s capable hands. Chance was proud of himself because it was the first time he’d gotten the baby to sleep.

Amanda finished a work call, then she and Devon held each other and swayed without music. She could feel the tension in his muscles, and she asked if he was having second thoughts about the party. He said he’d never Mariah and Tessa’s special night. He knew Abby and Chance would be there, and he hadn’t talked to them since they signed the custody papers. He hadn’t talked to a lot of people though, so he didn’t think it’d be awkward. She offered to field any questions people had, and she said she’d give them as much information as Devon wanted her to. He didn’t want to share any details at all, because he didn’t want to be in the spotlight on Mariah and Tessa’s night. Amanda thought thing would go smoothly. He said she was always looking out for him and the baby, and she said that was what an attorney was supposed to do. He thought it was more than that. He saw the way she looked at Dominic, and he noticed she got up and checked on him when she thought Devon was asleep. It surprised Devon. It surprised Amanda too. She’d never been that close to a baby before Dominic, and she thought he was a little miracle. She thought the baby liked her. Devon knew Dom liked Amanda. It was unlike anything Amanda ever experienced. She said he looked at you like you were the most amazing thing, and you wanted to be that amazing. She asked if that was what it felt like to be a parent. He thought so. It was new to him. She never had a parent when she was little, so it was new to her too, but she loved it. She kept imagining what Dominic would be like when she grew up. She asked if that was okay for her to say. He said it was more than okay.

Faith and Moses decorated Crimson Lights for the Tessa’s album launch party/engagement party for her and Mariah. Faith wanted to make sure everything was perfect for the guests of honor. Sharon came out of the backroom and told the teens that it was perfect. Noah showed up and admired the decorations, his gaze lingering on a large photo of Tessa with Mariah. Faith broke the trance by asking Noah’s artistic advice on the way she’d decorated it. He shared his opinion, which was positive. Nick came. Faith had a board with some of Tessa’s most romantic lyrics about Mariah, and the intention was for the guests to sign it and leave notes for the happy couple. She offered Noah first dibs at signing, but he said he didn’t know what to say. Moses suggested that Noah say he hoped Tessa and Mariah’s love lasted a thousand years. Nick told Noah he needed his help. Faith told Noah not to forget to write something. “I wish I could,” he muttered, then he went over to Nick.

Nick and Noah brought in a box, and Nick said they were copies of Tessa’s album, on vinyl, as God intended. They were party favors for the guests. Nick thought Noah did a great job on the album.

Rey came out of the back room. Moses let Faith know that the guests of honor were there. She briefly panicked because the other guests hadn’t arrived yet, but Moses said they could scatter and make the place look more full. Faith put a smile on her face and announced Mariah and Tessa’s arrival. Mariah and Tessa walked in from the patio with their hands over their eyes until Faith said it was okay to look. The fiancees thought the décor was beautiful, and they were moved by the fact that it was for them. Mariah said it was almost as beautiful as Tessa and they kissed.

There was a backdrop on the patio for photos, and Moses asked Noah to take the pictures. Noah declined, because he’d been drinking champagne. Nick offered, but Faith stepped in because he was bad at taking pictures. Mariah was relieved. Mariah and Tessa posed with silly props while Faith snapped he photos. Nick joked that if Mariah insulted him again, there would be no wedding gift. There was a large wrapped package from Kevin and Chloe, who’d broken the no-presents rule because they couldn’t make it to the party. The gift was a metal shield from Mariah and Kevin’s favorite series. Mariah thought it was the most Kevin gift ever. Tessa thought the gift was perfect, which made Mariah love her more.

Devon and Amanda arrived, and they wondered if she and Chance weren’t coming. Mariah and Tessa thought they’d be there. Mariah asked how the shared custody thing was going. Devon said they were just getting their feet wet. Mariah asked how Abby was doing. Devon said he was doing all he could to make it easy for Abby. Mariah shared that she and Tessa were hoping to adopt. Devon said adoption changed his life together. Amanda got emotional whenever she thought about a child finding a home. They both said Mariah and Tessa could come to them for questions about it. Mariah asked if anyone had heard from Chance and Abby. Rey said he talked to Chance about coming to work tomorrow.

Across the room, Faith told Noah that she might want to get a business degree. Abby and Chance arrived, and everyone said hello.

Devon, Mariah and Abby were together. Devon said he was afraid Abby and Chance weren’t coming, and Abby replied that it was hard to tear herself away from Dom. Mariah was happy Abby and Devon had made peace. Abby said this night was about Mariah and Tessa, not her and Devon. Devon agreed. Mariah continued that she couldn’t help but think of when they embarked on this adventure. She knew that things didn’t always go as planned, but she thought the bumps in the road made the Baby Chancellor crew’s bond stronger. She said they’d always be connected because of Devon and Abby’s child. Mariah said that Mariah would always be included in that. They all held hands, then Mariah said that they could get the party started now that the sappy stuff was out of he way. All the couples took pictures in front of he back drop. Afterward, Nick took pictures with Faith. He tried to get the solemn Noah to get int the photo, but he wouldn’t.

Sharon got Abby by herself and asked if Chance found a therapist. Abby said he declined therapy, but she noticed him connecting with Dom earlier, so she was optimistic.

Chance and Rey talked, and the partners teased each other. Afterward, Abby privately told Chance that he didn’t have to go to work tomorrow if he wasn’t ready, but he said he was.

Mariah ended up in a private talk with Noah. He said he knew Tessa told her some insanity about him having feelings for her. He wanted Mariah to know there was nothing to worry about, and he didn’t want her to hate him. She said she wasn’t upset with him, she was upset with herself. She hadn’t forgotten how she and Tessa got together in the first place. “The two of you were a couple,” she said to Noah. He told her that was a lifetime ago, and they’d moved on. She thanked him for forgiving her and for understanding. She loved him and couldn’t help hurting for him. Mariah couldn’t blame anyone for realizing Tessa was awesome. She just wanted him to be okay. He said he was, and he wanted her and Tessa to be ecstatically happy forever.

Nick asked how Abby was. He heard about the custody agreement, and it surprised him. She said it happened so fast, and she couldn’t handle interference from her family. She said Dominic would have more love in his life than he knew what to do with. Nick said if Abby was okay with it so was he. He was here if she needed anything. They hugged.

Sharon made a speech, saying they were here to celebrate the happy couple, and the music that was inspired by their love. Sharon called Tessa a musical genius. They played the album. Mariah said she heard music every time she kissed Tessa. The couples danced. Noah brooded in the background. People signed the lyric board. Abby wrote that she, Chance and Dominic, AKA Bowie, wished the fiancees a lifetime of love. Sharon said that Mariah and Tessa had been through so much, and they loved and supported each other through all of it, which made them an inspiration.

Noah wanted to make a speech, and Sharon suggested that he do it later, but he said he’d given this a lot of thought, and he knew what he wanted to say. Noah would never forget the first time he heard Tessa sing. It was the most beautiful thing he’d ever heard, and that was when he realized how special she was. He was so glad she found someone just as special to spend her life with. He said that love like that didn’t come around every day – there was a beauty in its strength. He said they should all be so lucky to find a love like Tessa and Mariah’s one day – they were made for each other and proof that dreams came true. He raised a toast. Abby said they had to find Noah someone to love like that. Mariah thanked Noah, then everyone else for being there with them tonight. Tessa siad they wouldn’t be where they were today if not for the support of all of them. Mariah was honored to be part of this loving group. Tessa thanked Mariah’s family for making her feel like she belonged. She especially thanked Sharon for teaching her about love and motherhood. Mariah was so excited to walk down the aisle to Tessa. Tessa didn’t realize they were having an aisle. Mariah said there were details to work out, but there would be a wedding.

Chance and Abby said goodbye and left. Tessa told Mariah that it would be them one day – running home to their little one.

Tessa saw Noah drew a heart on the lyric board.

Amanda and Devon said their goodbyes and left.

Faith pulled Mariah aside and asked if it was time. Mariah said this was the perfect time. Faith put on the music, and Mariah and Tessa danced. Tessa felt like she was dancing on a cloud. Sharon and Nick watched Noah with concern, and she said maybe it was a bad idea to put Noah through this. Nick felt bad for him too, and he went over and suggested they got to a movie. Noah turned back and stared longingly at Tessa.

When Chance and Abby got home, Louise said Dominic slept the whole time and didn’t even wake up to take his bottle. Abby seemed surprised. She knelt down by the playpen and called Dominic several times. She asked Chance if he thought the baby looked pale.

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Y&R Update Wednesday, February 2 2022

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Abby and Chance were at home discussing her decision to delay the meeting with Devon to sign the custody agreement. Abby said once the papers were signed, it couldn’t be undone. It hurt knowing she couldn’t see her baby whenever she wanted. He promised they’d get through this together. She said she’d miss Dominic on a molecular level and she couldn’t relax when he wasn’t around. He asked if she was having second thoughts. She said no. Dominic was just as much a part of Devon as he was of her, and she couldn’t deny them the chance to share their lives and love. Chance hugged Abby and told her she was a great mom and that Dominic would always know how much they loved him.

Devon and Amanda were at Society. He was eager to get the papers signed, and he was unaware that Abby had postponed the meeting. He hoped that once the papers were signed, they could put all the tension behind them. Amanda hoped this was a good start for the future. As they were leaving for their meeting with Abby and Chance, they ran into Christine, who told them about Abby’s decision. Devon realized Abby had texted him about it, but his phone had been on silent. Devon was worried Abby was backing out of the agreement. Christine said not to jump to conclusions. Abby texted again that she was ready to meet. Everyone went to the Chancellor house.

Abby brought Dominic downstairs. He was supposed to be at his music class with Louise, but Abby decided he should be here with his family on this important day. The papers were signed, and once they were filed with the court, they’d be official. Christine was impressed with the way they handled this. Amanda thought Dominic was lucky to have so many people who loved him. Chance looked at Abby and said he felt they were the lucky ones to have such a great little kid and a good friend. Christine left. Devon thanked Abby and Chance. He knew it hadn’t been easy, and he knew it would take awhile for him and Abby to get back to where they were. She smiled and said she was fine. Devon wanted to hold Dominic, and Abby handed him over. Devon played with the baby, while a smiling Amanda watched. It was clearly hard for Abby, and she squeezed Chance’s hand. Chance mentioned that Dominic missed his music class. Abby said he loved it when she sang the songs. Devon asked if he could download the music from the class, so he could hear what the baby liked. Chance said they’d get him a link. Amanda suggested that Devon could accompany Abby and Chance to the class. It was clear from Abby’s expression that she didn’t love that idea. However, when Devon said he didn’t want to impose, Abby said it wouldn’t be an imposition. Abby added that Louise was happy to help out when Dominic was over at Devon’s place. Devon thought it’d be good for Dominic to have a familiar face in both places. Chance asked if they wanted to discuss overnight arrangements, but Devon didn’t think they had to do that now. Devon gave Dominic to Chance and thanked Abby and Chance for the beautiful gift.

After the guests left, Chance told Abby he was proud of the way she handled things, though he joked his hand was numb. He told her she could hold onto him as tight as she wanted, and she said the same went for him. He wanted to make a tradition of making time for each other whenever Devon had Dominic. He said they could go on a date, relax, take the cooking class she’d been talking about and make up on lost time. It sounded perfect to her.

Abby watched Dom sleep. Chance kissed her and went to make lunch. Abby called Ashley and said signing the papers was the hardest things he’d ever done, but she knew it was right.

Lily and Billy were in her office. She had a busy work schedule ahead, and she also wanted to see Devon after he signed the custody agreement. Lily had an interview with a reporter, and she said she’d find Billy in his office after she finished. He let her know he was leaving work to run some errands. She wondered what he was doing, and he said she’d see. He blew her a kiss and left.

Lily went to the penthouse and welcomed Devon to parenthood. He said he’d be coming to her for advice. She said that Dom was young, so Devon should just cherish this time and not worry about the future. They looked at a photo of Neil. Devon used one of Neil’s pen to sign the paperwork. He wished Neil and Dominic were here right now, so they could all celebrate. “You have me,” Lily said. Devon replied that it meant to world to him. He was thinking about how it felt when Neil and Dru brought him into the family. The feeling of becoming a son to two incredible people changed his life and gave him a life. He had big shoes to fill. She had no doubt he would.

At the Grand Phoenix, Jack asked if Phyllis made her travel arrangements for Milan. She was leaving today, and she was excited to see Summer. Nick came in, but he didn’t overhear what was being said. Phyllis said she was going to get some information on the job before she made a decision. She said she’d tell Jack about the job when they had dinner together. Nick walked over and said he wanted to have a fundraising dinner for New Hope at the hotel. Phyllis was happy to help. Jack left. Phyllis told Nick about the possible move to Milan.

Jack and Billy met at Crimson Lights. Billy was glad Jack’s business trip went well. Jack said Kyle deserved most of the credit – he’d really stepped into his own as a leader. Jack was also proud of Billy for dropping the fight with Adam and joining Lily at Chancellor. Billy asked why it looked like Jack just lost his best friend. Jack filled Billy in on Phyllis leaving town. He said he was going to have a bit of a hole in his life. Billy got the sense that Jack was hoping he and Phyllis would get back together. Jack said that he and Phyllis couldn’t ever get things on track, and maybe it was a good thing. Even with the best of intentions, he and Phyllis could never really sustain things. He told Billy not to take it as a dig. Billy said it was hard not to take it that way. Billy asked what it was about Phyllis that created such chaos and conflict, while also generating passion and devotion. “She is one beautiful conundrum,” Jack replied.

Back at the penthouse, Lily had some ideas for Dominic’s room. Devon wanted to put a sound system in the room so the baby could listen to music. Amanda came home after filing the papers with the court. Devon didn’t know how he’d get through this without Amanda. Amanda looked forward to the adventure with him and Dominic. They kissed. Billy showed up with two bottles of champagne. One for now, and one for Devon to save and share with an adult Dominic when he graduated from college or joined Hamilton-Winters.

Billy and Lily gave Devon a photo album for the baby. It was inscribed with a card welcoming Dominic to the Winters family. Devon couldn’t wait to fill the book with memories.

Back at the hotel, Phyllis liked the idea of working with her little girl and living in Milan. Nick asked what about Jack. He thought Jack and Phyllis were going to rekindle things. Phyllis said they were friends, and Jack was encouraging her to pursue this. Nick was supportive, as long as Phyllis was doing this for the right reasons. He said a change of scenery might be exactly what she needed. Phyllis was put out because it seemed like everyone wanted her to leave town except Amanda and Michael. Maybe [Amanda and Michael are] my only really good friends,” she said. Nick just stared. Jack returned with a gift he’d bought for Harrison, but he’d accidentally packed it in his luggage. Nick told Phyllis to have a great trip and left. Jack asked if Phyllis had a good talk with Nick. Phyllis said it was great – Nick seemed supportive of her move. Jack noted that Phyllis didn’t seem enthusiastic. She said she wasn’t. She rushed over and hugged him. “Tell me to stay. Tell me I’m wanted. Tell me I’m needed. Tell me you still love me. Tell me we have a future together like we’re supposed to,” she cried.

Jack asked Phyllis if everything was alright, which snapped her out of her daydream. She’d never admitted she wasn’t enthusiastic about the move, hugged him or poured her heart out to him. Jack had a meeting, and he also hoped Phyllis found what she was looking for. He asked if he could do something. At first she said yes, but then she changed her mind. He looked forward to their dinner. He left. Phyllis called for a car to the airport.

At Crimson Lights, Tessa told Mariah that she looked amazing. They were going to be meeting with an adoption attorney later. Mariah had texted Noah earlier and asked if he wanted to meet them for coffee, but he didn’t reply. Mariah could see that Tessa had been freaking out about something for a few days and trying to hide it so she didn’t upset Mariah. Mariah asked if it was cold feet or adoption jitters. Tessa assured her that it was neither. Mariah reminded Tessa that they didn’t keep secrets. Tessa said she found Noah drinking alone the other day. Mariah said she’d been too caught up in her own life to notice something was wrong with her brother. Tessa revealed that Noah basically admitted to having feelings for her. Tessa reiterated that Noah had been drinking, and he had a bad breakup in London. She stated that his life was in major flux, so she thought he was just nostalgic and caught up in the moment. Mariah asked what Noah said, exactly. Tessa explained that Noah brought up the engagement and said when you loved someone you wanted them to be happy. He’d said he loved Mariah, but…

Mariah surmised that it was clear that Noah meant he loved Tessa.

Tessa noted that Noah didn’t specifically say he was in love with her. She didn’t think Noah intended to act on his feelings for her. Mariah knew Noah wasn’t malicious, so she believed he genuinely was happy for them. She wasn’t angry. She felt sorry for Noah. She suggested Noah fixated on Tessa because she was out of reach. Tessa thought that made sense – Noah knew she was happily and irreversibly spoken for, so nothing could come of it. “That’s what I thought about my feelings for you way back when and yet…,” Mariah noted. Tessa said that was different because Mariah was the love of her life, and they were inevitable. Noah walked in on the pair holding hands.

Noah walked over and teased Mariah and Tessa about treating Crimson Lights like their living room. Noah meant to text Mariah back, but he’d been busy at work. He was meeting Nick here. Mariah teased Noah back about sucking up to the boss. Mariah and Tessa shared that they were meeting an adoption agent. He wished them well and checked his phone, then he excused himself. Tessa was pleased that the dynamic with Noah hadn’t changed.

Nick went to Crimson Lights and talked with Noah about business. Noah had accomplished a lot, and Nick said Noah was working hard. He wondered if Noah was throwing himself into work to avoid something. Nick asked if Noah was okay and if this had anything to do with Tessa. Noah said he was okay. He went inside to get some coffee, and he asked Tessa and Mariah if they wanted anything. Tessa went with Noah.

Noah said he got a weird vibe from Tessa and Mariah earlier. “You told her, didn’t you,” he sighed. He asked what possessed her to do that. She said she had to tell Mariah, and she didn’t do it to hurt or embarrass him. Noah said that Tessa misunderstood what he said. She seemed skeptical. She said more than once secrets almost ruined her relationship with Mariah. Tessa wasn’t going to let that happen again. Mariah meant everything to her. Noah said he wasn’t a threat to the relationship. Tessa knew. Noah said he could only imagine what Mariah thought of him. Tessa assured him that Mariah understood. She said they all wanted things to go back the way they were before. She knew he need time to process this, but she said she and Mariah were okay with things. Tessa told Noah that this would pass. Tessa said her life with Mariah was about to get bigger and wonderful than Tessa deserved, and she didn’t want Noah to think he couldn’t be part of that. She said her kid would need his uncle Noah, and she knew the right woman was out there for him.

Nick came inside and wished Tessa and Mariah luck as they left for their meeting with the adoption guru. Nick wanted to check how Noah was doing. Noah lied and said he just got a text from a friend who wanted to meet up. He left.

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Y&R Update Tuesday, February 1 2022

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Recap written by Christine

Nick and Faith were at Crimson Lights. Her college counselor had recently helped her narrow down her list of colleges, and so far Faith was leaning toward the University of Michigan. She looked forward to visiting it with Sharon in a couple weeks. She’d been thinking she might want to go into the fashion or beauty industry, like Summer and Victoria, and University of Michigan had a good business program. He asked where this interest in business came from. Faith really liked the econ class she took, plus she had a lot of businesswomen as role models and relatives – Victoria, Sharon, and Summer. Nick believed in Faith. Faith wasn’t sure she wanted to do this, but she wanted to explore it. He said she didn’t have to make a decision yet. She said Moses had his heart set on being a doctor, and then he changed his mind. He understood being inspired by her family, but he didn’t want them to have too much influence. He wondered if Victor had given her career advice. She said Victor didn’t say anything, but she looked up to him, and she thought he’d be happy she might follow in his footsteps. Nick was sure Victor would be thrilled.

Lauren met Michael on the patio at Crimson Lights. He was doing some work for Victor. She asked what Victor wanted. Michael wasn’t sure what Victor wanted, since Victor was often cagey about what he was up to. That was why Lauren was surprised Michael was so eager to go back to work for Victor. Michael said that Victor, like Lauren, kept life interesting. Michael was about to tell Lauren about a call he had with Fenmore, when he had to stop to do something for work. Lauren was resigned to it being like this from now on, but Michael said he’d set up boundaries to make sure he had a personal life. Nick came out as Lauren said that she’d hoped Michael would have a little more time between resigning as DA and going to work for Michael. Michael promised to make it up to Lauren. Nick was surprised Michael was working for Victor again. “Better you than me,” Nick stated.

Nick wished Michael and Lauren luck with the arrangement and left. Lauren wanted to know what Victor had Michael doing, since it seemed cloak and dagger. Michael brought up lawyer-client confidentiality. Lauren wasn’t sure she liked this new gig. Michael had to take a work call again.

At their home, Nikki asked Victor if Adam was going to work for Newman/Locke. Victor wasn’t sure. She asked what he’d do if Adam said no. Nikki knew Victor was disappointed in Adam, but she also knew he valued their father-son relationship, which had come a long way. He said he’d do anything in his power to maintain a good relationship with his son. She’d always be wary of Adam, but she didn’t want him and Victor to have a blow up. Nikki wasn’t surprised when Victor revealed that he had a plan B in mind, in case Adam didn’t stay at Newman Media.

Sally went to Adam’s office to see if he’d made a decision yet and offer another pep talk. He said he’d made up his mind, and she’d hear his verdict soon. He walked out.

At the Newman/Locke office, Ashland thought he and Victoria should discuss what would happen if Adam stayed on at Newman Media. Victoria was confident that Adam would never deign to work under her. She thought that he hadn’t quit yet because he was playing mind games. Adam showed up, and Victoria thanked him for all he’d done for the company and wished him best of luck with his future endeavors. Adam commented that Victoria was very sure of his decision, and she said that was because it would be the only one that made sense. He said to call him crazy then, because he was staying on. He was a team player, and he didn’t want to dump such an important piece of family legacy in her lap when she already had so much on her plate. Victoria welcomed Adam aboard. He noted that he’d been on board, so he should be welcoming her. Ashland wanted to make this a smooth transition. Victoria was sure Victor would be thrilled, since he worked so hard to protect Adam’s job. Adam thought his work spoke for himself. He said the success of Newman Media was enough to prove he knew what he was doing. He expected to maintain the same level of autonomy. Victoria wasn’t ready to grant that.

Adam thought they should ask Ashland’s opinion. Adam noted that Victoria didn’t seem to be consulting with Ashland about the company that was once his. Victoria said she and Ashland talked constantly. Adam was sure Ashland could see that he’d taken Cyaxares to new heights. Ashland sided with Victoria. He said Adam had done a good job, but once Newman Media merged with ChancComm, it’d be a larger division, so giving Adam instant autonomy might be a bit much. Victoria said Adam would have to prove he could run this larger company. Adam pointed out that he once ran Newman Enterprises. Victoria remembered. Adam said he looked forward to showing them what he was capable of.

Chelsea was at Society with Chloe. Chelsea complained that it was just like Victor to blindside Adam with this sale of Newman Media to Victoria. Chloe lamented that all their hard work at Newman Fashion might go down the drain. Chelsea thought their jobs would be safe as long as Adam stayed on at Newman Media. Chloe wasn’t so sure of that, and she hated leaving their fate in Adam’s hands. Chloe always worried about accepting a job from Adam. Chelsea wasn’t giving up yet, and she thought they needed to fight for their platform. Chloe was glad to hear that. Chloe put so much energy into this, mainly for Chelsea. Chloe felt like she owed Chelsea after all Chloe put Chelsea through. Chloe agreed that they shouldn’t let this obstacle get in their way. Chelsea said they didn’t have to leave their fate solely in Adam’s hands. She said they could go straight to the top.

Victoria was alone in her office when Chloe and Chelsea showed up. Chloe congratulated Victoria on the sale and said she hoped that Victoria honored their contract with Newman Media. Chelsea said they’d be happy to share their accomplishments and goals with Victoria. Victoria felt a connection to the platform because Sally made her wedding dress, but she intended to jettison Newman Fashion. Chloe and Chelsea protested, but Victoria had made up her mind. Victoria knew that Chelsea and Chloe eventually wanted to have their own label, and she said this way she wouldn’t’ be holding them up. Victoria thought the ladies were talented, but Newman/Locke wasn’t interested in the hassle and cost of creating a new clothing line. She wished them the best.

Chloe and Chelsea went back to Newman Media. Chloe suggested that they could keep the platform, minus the Newman Media name. Chelsea said they didn’t have financing. Chloe knew they’d get severance, and she said maybe they could use the money to shop around for a buyer for the platform. Or they could find investors. Chelsea said everything they’d done so far belonged to Newman Media, so it was Victoria’s intellectual property. Chloe said they could start from scratch, like they did before. Chelsea was open to that, but she didn’t want Sally to be part of their new platform. Chloe thought Sally was a proven asset, but Chelsea disagreed, and she said the downsides of Sally outweighed the benefits. “Why are you still so threatened by her when you and Adam are clearly over?,” Chloe asked. Chelsea said Sally couldn’t stay in her lane, and Chelsea had a feeling that Sally knew about the sale beforehand and didn’t warn them. Chloe asked if Chelsea had proof, and Chelsea said she saw it in Sally’s face. Chelsea said she and Chloe trusted each other implicitly. She asked if Chloe knew Sally well enough to trust her with their future.

Chloe and Chelsea arranged a meeting with Sally at Crimson Lights. Sally said they could just keep working and prove how invaluable they were. “I’m guessing Adam didn’t give you the head’s up this time?,” Chelsea said. Chelsea brought Sally up to speed – Adam was running Newman Media, and the fashion platform was being killed. “Adam would never do that to me – to us,” Sally replied. Chloe said Victoria pulled the plug. Sally didn’t think they should give up. She said Victoria liked her. Chelsea said they already tried to talk Victoria out of it. Sally asked what they were all going to do. Chloe said it was time for them to go their separate ways. Sally said they could start a new platform on their own and find another company to back them. Chelsea told Sally it was time to move on.

“I could’ve predicted that Chelsea would throw me overboard, but you too, Chloe?,” Sally asked. Sally noted that she and Chloe got the platform up and running while Chelsea was deciding whether or not she even wanted to join them. Chloe said she was as devastated by this as Sally was, she just thought it was time for them to cut their losses. Sally said that Chelsea and Chloe had enough money and people to rely on until they moved on to whatever it was they were planning to do. Sally though the others were conspiring to start something without her. “So what if we are? We don’t owe you anything,” Chelsea snapped. Sally said Chelsea and Chloe’s project would fail, because Sally was the one that made the fashion platform a success. She brought up the risks she took with Victoria’s dress. “Enough with the dress. It was one garment,” Chelsea shot back. Chelsea said Sally had some nerve predicting Chelsea and Chloe would fail. “You are a has-been,” Sally said to Chelsea, “and you are a fool to follow [Chelsea] around,” Sally told Chloe. “So good luck with Chelsea 22.0 or whatever number you’re at now,” Sally said before storming off.

Adam tracked Victor and Nikki down at Society and asked to join them. Nikki said they’d been eager to hear from him. Victor was pleased when Adam announced he was staying with Newman Media. Nikki adopted a stiff smile. Victor asked if Adam told Victoria. Just then, Victoria and Ashland arrived and went over to the table. Victoria said they should celebrate. Victor agreed to a toast. Adam smiled and said he couldn’t say no to champagne. “You might want to. You might tick off your new boss,” Victoria replied. She went to the bar. Ashland pulled Victor aside and said there were some changes he wanted to implement to strengthen Newman Media. Victor thought Victoria should be present for this. Ashland was sure Victoria would agree that, since his specialty was communications, he should take point on this. Victor said they should go back to the table, and they did. Victor raised a toast to to his two children and to all things Newman. Victoria and Adam didn’t look enthusiastic about the arrangement.

Adam said he looked forward to working with everyone, and he suggested that the key was staying out of each other’s hair. Adam had to go tell the Newman Media staff about the sale. Victoria told Adam to call her assistant to set up a meeting for him and Victoria, and he said he would. Ashland thought he and Victoria should go back to the office too. Victor wanted to discuss the transition of power with them next time they met. Victoria and Ashland left. Nikki said that was more civil than she expected. Victor said he knew what he was doing. Nick showed up, and Victor told him that Victoria and Adam had decided to work together. Nick didn’t know how Victor pulled it off. Nick said Victor had assembled all the troops – Victoria, Adam, Ashland and Nikki. Nikki added that Victor would be working there in and advisory role. “So many members of the Newman family working so closely together,” Nick said. He warned Victor to be careful what he wished for. Victor smirked.

Victor felt that having the family work together was a boon for the company. Nick hoped it went well, especially since there was another Newman who might become an executive. He told them about Faith’s plans, and he asked if Victor had anything to do with that. Victor said Faith had good sense. He suggested that one day, Faith might be able to convince Nick to work for the family business. Nick didn’t think that would happen. Victor was sure Nick loved working with Noah. Nick did enjoy it, but his concern with Newman/Locke was that there were a lot of cooks in the kitchen, and most of them thought they were the head chef. Nick’s takeout was ready, and he went to get it. Nikki thought Nick’s concerns were valid. She asked what Victor was talking to Ashland about. Victor said Ashland seemed to want to push through some changes without Victoria being there. “I knew it,” Nikki said. She thought the power dynamic between Victoria and Ashland was changing. Victor said it seemed that, now that Ashland could manage his illness, he wanted to exert more power and leverage. Victor wasn’t going to allow that. Nikki asked if Victor didn’t think Victoria could handle Ashland on his own. Victor said that was beside the point.

Nikki and Victor went home, she wanted to talk about how he was planning to take on a bigger role at the company than he’d indicated. Michael came to discuss business with Victor. Victor asked Nikki to leave. Nikki protested that she was the COO of Newman/Locke, but Victor still wanted her to go, so she did. Michael said there seemed to be some question regarding the legitimacy of Ashland’s cancer treatment. There was also some question regarding the legitimacy of the Peruvian clinic that Ashland went to for said treatment. Victor had been skeptical about this from the beginning. He thought it was odd that Ashland traveled all the way to Peru to look for a cancer treatment, when the best scientists were in America. He told Michael to dig deep.

Adam went back to his office and wistfully took it all in.

Back at the office, Ashland wondered if it had always been Victor’s plan to unite the family under the Newman corporate umbrella. Victoria said bringing the family together had always been one of Victor’s goals. Ashland wondered what Victor thought of his role – would he settle for being an advisor? Victoria said they needed to redefine Ashland’s role first. She thought their conversation from yesterday was unresolved. She wanted to know how he saw them specifically functioning. He wanted to take on a more active role, and he hoped she welcomed that. He told her to imagine what they could accomplish in a united front. She agreed, and she saw the sense in him having more control, since he was more familiar with some of the divisions that were previously part of his company. He was glad she saw things the way he did.

Elena and Nate were at the Grand Phoenix on their day off. He pictured the mountains of paperwork piling up on his desk at work. He didn’t realize how much administrative duties a Chief of Surgery would have. It made him wonder if he should take the job at Newman/Locke. Nate said Ashland suggested Nate could use his medical expertise to do good on a larger scale, and he even offered to mentor Nate on the private sector. Elena remembered that Nate took business classes in school. Nate said Ashland brought up AskMDNow, and Elena worried she was being replaced. Nate clarified that Ashland was talking about expanding AskMDNow. Nate didn’t feel as passionate about being of Chief of Surgery as he did about being a surgeon, but that didn’t mean he was ready to leave the hospital. Elena blamed herself for Nate not being able to do what he loved.

Nate didn’t blame Elena. He said he made his own choices, and he deserved the punch from Devon. She didn’t think he deserved the lasting consequences. He stated everyone, especially Devon, felt bad about that. Elena still wished she could go back and change things, but Nate said no regrets. He was happy with her, and Devon was happy with Amanda. He had a great life, and he didn’t long for the past because he was happy where he was now. He loved her.

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