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Days Best Lines For The Week Of January, 22, 2024

Posted on January 28, 2024 by Michele Johnson

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Best Lines by Michele and Cheryl

(to John when his hair was messed up)
Marlena: I love you too. You might want to introduce yourself to a comb.

Xander: It’s so nice having someone else in the house who can cook.
Sarah: Well don’t get too excited. You haven’t had my meal yet.

(When Stephanie said she doesn’t drink much)
Ava: Your little sleepover with Harris.
Stephanie: You mean Harris Michaels?
Ava: You know another Harris?

(to Leo after he suggested seeing Wonka and other movies)
Brady: Thank you for your suggestions. You can oompa lumpa your way out of here.

(to Eric)
Leo: I need some wonderfully flattering photos of myself preferably ones that make me look taller, younger, thinner for Lady Whistleblower’s grand return.

(to Eric)
Leo: This is Salem. There’s always a scandal ready to be exposed.

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Days Transcript Friday, January 26, 2024

Posted on January 26, 2024February 1, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[upbeat twangy music]

This seat taken?

All yours, girl.

[laughs] Oh, sorry, I’m late. New client extremely high maintenance.

Oh, girl, no problem. Yeah.

Oh, man.

Hey.

Hi.

Sorry I’m late.

That’s OK.

You’re– you’re not the only one. I was just telling Jada that I have a needy new client.

Mm.

OK. So who is this lucky new client, I mean, if you can tell us that is?

Oh, yeah, I can tell you. It’s the Bistro actually whose business was badly hurt by that drug raid. They hired me to try to do some damage control.

Ah, well, the reason I was held up was also because of the drug epidemic plaguing town. Hey, how about this, no shop talk tonight, hmm? Everyone OK with that?

Mm-hmm.

Yeah.

OK.

All right. So how about we just limit all that talk and we keep it to embarrassing personal stuff?

Ooh, I’m all for that. But, Rafe, I don’t know, this might be a little sexist, but given your gender, you may have a problem with that.

Mm.

Yeah. You know what? He probably wants to talk about macho stuff like cars and sports and how he pitched, like, a lot of no-hitters back in the ‘s in Little League.

[laughter]

OK. First of all, I did throw many a no-hitter when I was in Little League, even some in high school, actually, yeah. But, you know, that aside, Stephanie, yes, you are correct, it was a little sexist, because I am perfectly comfortable talking about my feelings, even personal embarrassing ones.

Well, great. I am so glad you are up to the challenge.

Well, I will be as soon as I get my pink Cosmo. Assuming you ladies are in. * *

Well, good evening, Chef Cook. That seems redundant to say that, doesn’t it?

Yeah, it does, but I like it.

[laughs]

How was your day, Dr. Horton?

It was good. It was just exhausting, but rewarding.

So the usual way you describe your days at the hospital?

Yes.

[laughs] What’s all this?

What do you mean? Wait, what do you mean what’s all this? It’s our Burns supper. You bought the groceries for it.

Right, it’s just I didn’t think we were having it, because I forgot the haggis.

But luckily for us, steak pie is a perfectly acceptable and traditional substitute.

[timer rings] And it’s ready.

Oh, great.

Yes.

And Victoria is obviously sleeping.

Oh, yes, I put her down about an hour ago after– after her bath and a bottle.

Oh. It looks like you really took care of everything.

I did. I did indeed. Mmm.

Oh, wow.

Delicious, right?

Yes, that smells wonderful. You’ve really outdone yourself, Chef Cook.

Well, I was highly motivated to please you. In fact, whenever I aspire to do well, you’re my motivation, Sarah, always.

[knock at door]

Oh, Alex, hi. Come on in.

Hey, Dr. Evans, thank you for seeing me so late in the day and so last minute.

Oh, it’s quite all right. I was here staying late to do some paperwork anyway, and something in your voice made it sound like you couldn’t wait. So please.

Yeah. Yeah. It’s about Theresa and me. You probably could have guessed.

Yes, I think I could have guessed that. So tell me what’s happened since last we spoke about it.

Well, she was planning on leaving to go to California to see her mom and to pretty much get out of Salem at least for a little while.

I see.

And then I persuaded her not to go.

Oh, all right.

And then–

And then what?

We slept together. Actually–

Actually what?

Actually, we made love.

[light piano music] * *

Hey, hey, Theresa. Theresa, I’m so glad you came. Just give me a second, OK? I just want to– I just want to put these couple notes in the chart–

No, it’s OK. I know that you’re really busy, Aunt Kayla. So maybe you just tell my mom that I came and you saw me and I’m fine. I’m in a really healthy place. So I’m just going to go now. I’m gonna be on my way.

No, no, no, no, you are not going to be on your way, not until we talk and I understand what’s going on with you.

[sighs] I’m not sure you want to know.

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.” * *

Yeah, so since you guys won’t have a pink Cosmo with me, this will have to do.

Yeah. Well, Jada and I decided to stay clearheaded.

Yeah, very disappointing, OK, very, especially since we’re going to be talking about embarrassing personal stuff.

Well, it’s not as fun when you’re stone-cold sober, but we’ll do our best, right, Steph?

Oh, for sure.

OK. OK. So, Steph, tell me, are you still swearing off men?

Ohh, why do we have to start with embarrassing me?

Oh, come on, just be a sport. You’ll get to embarrass Rafe and me afterwards.

Oh, OK. Well, in that case, yes, I am still swearing off men.

I sensed a slight hesitation.

Yeah, well, it’s hard, because I work with two of my exes.

Two?

Two? OK, wait, I know about Chad, but who’s the other guy?

It was the guy that I was involved with in Seattle.

Ah.

Mm, I didn’t know you used to live in Seattle. I used to live out there for a few years too.

That’s right. You mentioned that the last time we hung out. Too bad we didn’t connect back then. I could have used a shoulder to cry on.

Girl, you and me both. * *

[sighs] OK, how do these dots connect? We have Stefan and Ava who both totally deny having anything to do with the drug trade but are lawyering up big-time. Then we have Harris and Ava. How the hell are they connected? And we have the Bistro hiring Steph to kill any negative publicity.

[inhales]

[exhales] Steph. Listen, I just want to say something just so that there isn’t any doubt about it at all, OK? I really like living here in Salem, I do. I really like my job a lot. But more than any of it, I love… being your shoulder and your friend. And I just want you to know that there won’t be any pressure from me to be anything more. I swear. No pressure. Yeah, just friends.

[inhales, exhales] No pressure.

So how did our little girl do at “The Spectator”? You took her there today, right?

Yeah, she was a perfect angel and mostly just slept in her stroller. How was your day at work outside of exhausting and rewarding?

[chuckles] I mean, nothing out of the ordinary. I did my rounds. And then I worked on my charts.

May I ask, when was the last time you asked for a raise, Sarah?

Um…not lately. Why?

I’m just wondering. I mean, you work such long hours, you work so hard, and it’s mentally, physically, emotionally exhausting from what you tell me. It just seems that you should be getting paid handsomely.

I mean, I’m fine with my salary.

Maybe you shouldn’t be.

You and Theresa? You told me during our last session that you were determined not to get romantically involved with her.

Yeah, I was– I was totally fine with us just being roommates.

Mm-hmm.

Then roommates with benefits. Anyway, Theresa recently had a relapse or a slip, I guess, it’s what it’s called when it’s unplanned. It was like a one-time thing, right?

Yes, yes, well, that is what it’s called. I’m just I’m sorry to hear that she had a slip. But no, I had not heard about that.

OK, well, then Brady obviously didn’t tell you. But the two of us, we took care of her together for the first few hours when she was coming down. And it was really hard for both of us to see her like that.

I’m sure it was very hard.

Anyway, I wanted to be like the hero. I wanted to help. And in reality, I just felt like I was in the way, not just because Brady has all this experience with addiction, but him and Theresa have all this history. They have a child together. Anyway, after Brady left and Theresa was finally sober, she made this rash decision, or at least I thought it was rash, to just go back to California. So naturally, I got upset. And I wanted to clear my head. So I went for a run. By the time I got back, she was all packed up. She said she needed to be with her mom and get away from Salem at least for a little while. And she booked a red-eye ticket. She was supposed to leave tonight.

Oh, well, I assume she didn’t go.

No, she didn’t. I talked her into staying. Dr. Evans, I couldn’t let her leave. That’s what I wanted to talk to you about. That’s what’s scaring the hell out of me.

So Mom filled you in, huh?

Well, she told me that you had a slip but that you were determined for it not to happen again.

I am, although I know that those words can ring hollow coming from an addict.

Well, they don’t ring hollow with me, Theresa, because I know, we all know– the people who care about you– that if you had a slip you must have been in some serious pain.

[tense music] * * Your mom told me also that you’ve decided not to go back to California.

Yeah. I’m sure she was pretty disappointed, huh?

Well, no, I actually got the sense that she’s just concerned about you and wants the best for you. She doesn’t understand why you need to stay in Salem. I mean, she knows that you can’t see Tate for another month, right? So what is it? Why did you decide not to go back?

[sighs] Alex. * *

OK, let’s make a toast. Let’s see, to not needing any shoulders to cry on.

I will drink to that.

As will I.

Mm-hmm.

Mmm. Now I need another one. Can I get you ladies anything?

I’m good.

Me too.

Yeah?

[upbeat twangy music] * *

[laughs]

He is so charming.

He is, isn’t he? And he’s so kind and loyal and funny. Oh, nothing like my lying, cheating ex.

[dramatic music]

So I– I shouldn’t be fine with my current salary?

Well, maybe I’m a little bit biased. I just–I have a feeling that you’re a stellar employee. I mean, you’re always going above and beyond. And you should be getting paid accordingly. What? What is it? What are you thinking?

No. I, um– this talk, I guess, is making me a little uncomfortable just because our most recent problems were because we were broke and you were willing to do dishonorable things to make us not broke. And despite the fact that you don’t think that I’m being paid enough, I really do make a decent living. So Victoria will always be taken care of.

I suppose you’re right.

And now you have “The Spectator.” So we’ll both be contributing equally to the raising and educating of our daughter.

Of course. And I didn’t mean to express any doubt about that. But as I said, I’m only going to make a living now honorably, respectably. I have a beautiful little daughter for whom I need to set a good example. It’s more important to me than anything, Sarah. I hope you believe that.

I do.

So you need to have Theresa stay in Salem. Why is that scaring you?

[tense music]

I think maybe because I’ve just never really felt like that before. You know, I’ve been crazy about a woman before, Stephanie, for one, but it was different.

Different in what way?

It was just, you know, it was more like I was wanting her, not so much needing her. Does that make sense?

It does.

I don’t know, maybe it’s because Theresa she’s like, you know, she’s made a lot of mistakes in her life. She’s struggled with addiction. She’s flawed. In other words, she’s like me. I just feel like I can totally be myself around her. I don’t know, it’s just something about her. You know, whether she’s happy or sad or angry or indecisive or silly or annoying, I just– I just want to be around her. I– I… I don’t know, when I can’t be around her, I can’t get her out of my head. So then I end up wondering, where the hell is she? What is she doing? Who is she with? How is she feeling?

Yeah. I think I understand what you’re feeling.

You do?

I do. I think you do too. I think you’re in love.

So Alex is the reason you decide to stay?

Yeah, he is. He persuaded me that he and I are so alike that yeah, we’re both screwups. I mean, God knows that I am, but that we are– we’re both really self-aware.

OK.

Yeah. And unlike people who aren’t self-aware, we actually know when we’re backsliding. So we can nip it in the bud, you know, and become better people. And he insisted that he and I try to do that together.

Sounds like a plan.

But, you know, Aunt Kayla, Brady and I have been through so much with Tate. And when I was strung out, he– Brady, he really made me feel safe. And in a way that only addicts can understand, you know, he– for a moment, I felt really close to him. But then when Alex took me in his arms and he persuaded me to stay in Salem, that’s when I realized that he is what I want. He’s what I need.

So you’re in love with Alex, is that what you’re saying?

[sighs] Yeah, I suppose I am. Do you disapprove?

Disapprove? I mean, why would I?

Because most people look at him as an egotistical womanizer, you know, this shallow guy who’s only out for himself.

Well, Theresa, first off, I don’t know Alex that well. But I’m of the opinion that people are a work in progress. So I believe if a guy meets the right woman, he could become less egotistical, less shallow. And actually with that woman, he might be able to make a serious commitment.

Yeah. I mean, stranger things have happened, right?

Absolutely.

You know, when I first got involved with Alex, I was the one who was really shallow. It was really just using him to try and get Brady jealous. And then when I realized that that didn’t work, I looked at Alex as a distraction, you know, somebody to keep my mind off of Brady, a companion for when I was lonely. But God, I didn’t think I would actually develop real feelings for him. And now I feel so guilty.

Guilty? For what?

Because I am shallower than shallow. I am the kind of person who’s willing to screw up somebody’s life six days from Sunday just to get what she wants.

I think you are being hard on yourself.

I know. I’m ashamed. I’m ashamed of what I’ve done. Alex deserves better

Theresa, what have you done?

In love, wow, sounds so serious, mature.

Is this new for you, feeling this way?

Oh, yeah, this is definitely new for me. It’s not like I haven’t been crazy for a woman before, like I said, I have. But being crazy about somebody is a little different than being in love with somebody, isn’t it?

Well, it’s hard to say. People express their feelings differently, you know. It’s very subjective. But from what you’re telling me about your feelings, it sounds like there’s a real depth to your feelings for Theresa.

Yeah, I mean, I just can’t help but feel like if I am having these feelings that I need to act on them. And not just like the physical sense, but I’m thinking…

[light piano music] Should I ask her to marry me?

Marry you?

[gasps] Alex, I can’t tell you what to do. But from what you’ve been saying to me, these feelings are all very, very new for you. And that’s fine. That’s just fine. But I think you need to just take this very slowly and see what develops and see if it turns into something that feels like marriage.

What if I wait I could lose her? I don’t want to lose her. Dr. Evans, I can’t.

I really needed this.

This?

Yeah. A wonderful dinner and relaxing with you, our daughter in the other room.

Oh, I didn’t tell you. Earlier before I put her to bed, I was reading her “Goodnight Moon.” And I know she’s way too young to actually understand any of it, but she was looking at me so intently. It was as if she couldn’t wait to hear what happened at the end.

Or maybe she really is very precocious and brilliant and totally understood you.

Maybe so.

[laughter]

But she really reminded me of you, though, this just intense concentration.

[laughs] When she smiles, though, she reminds me of you, because she does have your smile. It’s a lovely smile by the way.

Well, you have a lovely smile too, Sarah, although you look lovely whatever you’re doing, whether you’re smiling or frowning or concentrating intensely or especially when you’re holding our daughter in your arms.

You know, when I think about everything that we went through with Mickey, the loss and the grief, I just think how blessed we are that we have this perfect, healthy child.

I feel blessed too, that that perfect, healthy child is ours, a product of our love at the time.

Yeah, at the time.

And now in the present, I’m just so terribly grateful that, well, we’re getting to know each other again in a different way.

Yeah, in a better way.

[jazzy music]

So is that why your marriage ended, because your ex cheated on you?

Well, that was the main reason, but it was how I found out.

And how was that?

One day I was checking our credit card bill, and I found a really big charge from a jewelry store. And since he hadn’t bought me any jewelry in months, well, you get the idea.

I do. God, that must have been so painful seeing that charge.

It was. And when I confronted him about it, he was furious with me for being suspicious. I mean, we had horrible fight after that. And we’ve been in many fights before, but nothing like that. And I knew it was over.

Oh, what did I miss?

Oh, nothing. I was just talking about my ex. Nothing you need to hear.

Right, nope.

[phone rings]

Oh, excuse me, I need to take this.

Oh, yeah, no worries. Yeah, mm-hmm.

Hey. What’s up?

Hey. Can I email you the copy to my follow-up piece on the drug crisis? I just want to make sure it’s situated properly.

Isn’t your deadline two days from now?

Yeah, that’s why I’m calling you so late, just in case I need to make any revisions.

Well, yeah, you can email me that copy, but I won’t get to it till the morning. I’m actually out at the pub with friends.

Oh. I’m so sorry I interrupted. I hope you’re having a good time.

I am. We are. Hey, why don’t you join us?

Oh. Really? You sure I wouldn’t be intruding?

Not at all.

OK. Yeah, I’m– I’m on my way.

See you soon.

Alex, have you told her how you feel?

That I’m in love with her? No.

Well, then you can’t really know exactly how she feels.

Well, I mean. she told me that she wants me. She needs me. That’s pretty much the same thing as being in love, isn’t it?

Well, I think, in this case, yeah.

Good.

Yeah, I would think so. I just I think that your fear of this is being triggered by your past, your own losses.

Yeah, you might be right. You know, finding out that Justin isn’t my real dad, I know it’s been a while now, but… it still feels like a loss.

Of course it does.

But I guess I will hold off on asking her to marry me.

Yeah. Yeah. I mean, there really isn’t any rush. And especially considering that she has a problem with addiction and she’s had a slip recently, I think the best thing you can do for her right now is just be there for her.

Theresa, what have you done? What have you done that is making you feel so guilty? Is this about your past mistakes?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m talking about, all my past mistakes.

Oh, honey, haven’t you suffered enough over those?

How much is enough?

Listen, I’ve read about the -steps program. And one of the steps is to make amends with the people you’ve hurt. Is there somebody you feel you need to make amends with?

Yeah. That’s what I’ll do. That’s what I’ll do. I’ll make amends, because Tate deserves an honest mother with integrity. That’s what I’m going to do. I’m going to make amends with the people that I’ve hurt.

So it’s a geo-catching event. Am I saying it right?

[laughs]

No. OK.

It’s geocaching.

Geocaching. OK.

It’s a scavenger hunt that takes place in the real world, but the clues are online.

Oh, wow.

Yeah. Wendy, Tripp, and I are sorting out all the details, and it’s going to be great.

[indistinct chatter]

[foreboding music] * *

Hmm. My friend should have been here by now.

[phone beeps] Oh, wait, this text is from him. He can’t make it, unfortunately.

Oh, that’s too bad.

Yeah.

I was really looking forward to meeting him.

[sighs]

[exhales] Oh, and then there was none.

No, we drank the whole bottle.

Down to the last drop.

Hmm. Shall we try our whiskey in the Celtic cup?

You mean the quaich?

Mm-hmm.

The last dram of the celebration. Yeah.

Yeah? I just I liked what you said it signifies–

Trust.

[groans] Something that we have been working very hard to rebuild. And it’s been going much better than anticipated, don’t you think?

I do. Yeah. Actually, I’m very impressed at what a responsible and truly loving father you are, and not to mention, an amazing roommate and mad cooking skills.

Well, you’re pretty top-notch yourself, Sarah. You’re a wonderful mother and a perfect roommate. * * Mmm.

They use this for weddings?

They do amongst other things. The wedding couple, they drink from that, and then they quote Robert Burns. “All my love is like a red, red rose “that’s newly sprung in June. “All my love is like a melody that’s sweetly played in June. A fair art thou my bonnie lass.” And–

Should we take this in the bedroom?

Sarah, we shouldn’t.

You always help me so much, Dr. Evans, always. Thank you.

I’m so glad. Alex, take your time with this relationship and just see what develops. And if it’s good and it’s real, it won’t go away.

That’s right, because– let me see if I’m comfortable with saying this– I’m in love.

That wasn’t so tough, was it?

Mm.

[laughs]

[sighs] Thank you so much for letting me just talk this through. You’ve made me realize that I have to be honest, and I have to make amends.

For yourself more than anybody else so that you can live with a clear conscience and self-respect. Yeah. And know that I’m here for you /.

Thank you. Thank you so much, Aunt Kayla.

Did you just say no to me? You don’t want to go to the bedroom?

Sarah, you must know that nothing would make me happier than to make love to you right now and all night long. I just– you also know how I’ve screwed things up in the past. And I’m just trying my damnedest not to screw them up this time, not now when the stakes are so much higher because– because of my little girl.

[gentle music]

Yeah, I understand. At least one of us is thinking clearly.

Ironic though, right, that I’m the voice of reason?

Ironic and kind of maddening.

Sorry.

No, no, it’s OK. I love you… for being the voice of reason. * *

Well, I hate to call it a night, but I’ve got tons to follow up on tomorrow.

Oh, girl, no problem. Good night.

Tonight was so much fun.

It so–it sure was.

Let’s do again soon.

Yes, let’s do it again.

Bye.

Bye. Mwah!

[sighs] Aww. Well, that was disappointing.

What was?

That we didn’t get a chance to meet Stephanie’s guy.

Oh, yeah, well, definitely more disappointing for her.

Yeah. You know, it doesn’t take a detective to see how much she likes this guy.

[phone beeps]

[line trilling]

Hi. It’s me.

[sighs] I’m so sorry I stood you up tonight.

You still at work.

No, I’m not. I’m– I’m in my room. Can you come over? What I need to say to you, it really can’t wait.

Oh, OK. Yeah, I’ll– I’ll be there soon.

Theresa.

Hi. I was just thinking about you.

What a coincidence. I was thinking about you too.

[laughter]

You think that’s a hint?

I think maybe we’ve worn out our welcome.

Mm. Well, I have already paid the bill. So we can go to my place.

Excellent idea.

[laughs]

OK.

Thank you.

Mm-hmm. Perfect. Ahh.

Hey, thanks for getting here So quickly.

No problem. You sounded so serious on the phone. Is everything OK?

Let’s sit down. I have a confession, something you need to hear.

[tense music]

So we just go to our respective bedrooms and sleep?

I mean, I don’t know how I will given that my heart is skipping a bunch of beats right now just looking at you and thinking about what would happen if we didn’t go to our respective bedrooms and sleep.

My heart is skipping a bunch of beats right now too, just so you know.

[sighs]

[exhales]

[phone rings] Hello.

Xander Cook.

Yeah. Who’s this? I have a job for you.

What kind of job?

I have someone who must be eliminated.

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B&B Transcript Friday, January 26, 2024

Posted on January 26, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

Bold & The Beautiful Transcript

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Luna: You can’t be serious.

RJ: I– I mean, well, it’s possible. Come on, the magical night that the two of them spent together, the fact that Bill and Poppy are quite fond of each other? I mean, I don’t– I don’t think it’s a stretch to think they hooked up.

Luna: Okay, that much I’ll buy. But the other thing? What you’re suggesting is– is– is crazy.

RJ: Well, it might be. I don’t know. It might not. Come on, what if Bill Spencer is your father?

Bill: Well, thanks for drawing these up, Diana, and for personally bringing them by. Standard lease agreement. Pretty boilerplate, right?

Diana: You’re welcome. You want to add or take out something specific?

Bill: Nope, it’s good.

Diana: I’m surprised. I thought you might keep it for yourself. Can’t beat the location. A romantic setting, impressing the ladies.

Bill: Yeah, but, um… there’s only one lady that I’m interested in impressing.

Poppy: I didn’t realize I had that effect on you.

Bill: From the day I first laid eyes on you.

Poppy: It seems like a lifetime ago.

Bill: Well, in some ways it is. But like I told you, from the day you walked in this restaurant, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you. I haven’t forgotten, Poppy.

Poppy: I haven’t forgotten either.

Bill: I can’t stop thinking about you. And– and I feel like there are forces at work that– that brought us back into each other’s lives for a reason.

Poppy: Well, I don’t know about forces, but things definitely happen for a reason.

Bill: I wanna spend more tie with you. I wanna get to know you better. I wanna get to know your daughter better. I want you to meet my son. I mean, Liam is really excited to meet you, and… Well, he just kept reiterating that… we’ve been brought back togethr for a reason.

Poppy: I think he may be right.

Bill: Thank you. Take care.

Luna: I can’t believe the thought of Bill Spencer being my father is crossing your mind.

RJ: Well, obviously, I don’t know. But, Luna, think about it. Your mom and Bill, they haven’t forgot each other after years. And, you know, the connection that they share is obvious. I mean, everyone can see the connection that they share. And they both talk about the night that they spent together as really special to both of them. And plus, there’s the math. You know, the math checks out with how old you are and when the two of you met. I just– I don’t think it’s that big of a stretch.

Ginge: Sorry to interrupt.

RJ: Hey, Ginge. Uh, I’m like right in the middle of something.

Ginge: Bill Spencer.

Luna: What?

Ginge: Bill Spencer. I’m covering phones. He’s calling for you, RJ.

RJ: Thank you, Ginge. Appreciate it, man. He’s probably just calling to talk to me about the beach house or something like that. Hey, Bill. Uh, sorry to keep you waiting.

Bill: Not a problem. I didn’t have your cell, so I called the main number. Hope I’m not pulling you away from anything too important.

RJ: No, no, no. I… Actually, we were, uh… we were just talking about you.

Bill: Oh, well, that could be trouble.

RJ: Yeah, yeah. Just, you know, uh, about the beach house, how excited I am to move in. Well, you’re a lucky man and this happens to be your lucky day. I know that Wyatt already gave you the keys, but if you can drop by over here, we can get the lease signed off and you can officially move in.

RJ: Okay. I’ll be right over. Thank you. That was, uh, about going over and officially signing the lease. Yay. And, you know, maybe while I’m there, I’ll suss out Bill about your mom and what he and her shared all those years ago. Hey, listen. I’m not trying to push you or anything, all right? I’m just letting you know what I was thinking. Bill and Poppy share a history and I don’t know, the timeline adds up with how old you are and when they met. Maybe it’s time.

Luna: Time?

RJ: Time for you to ask your mom if Bill Spencer is your dad.

RJ: I’m just saying is that this timeline adds up. Your mom and Bill met over years ago at the Golden Gate Music Festival. They instantly have this huge connection. They spend this magical night together, and for whatever reason, something happened and they went their separate ways.

Luna: Well, probably would’ve been different if they lived in the same city.

RJ: Yeah. Yeah, I’m willing to bet it would’ve been. Would’ve been different for all of you, especially you.

Luna: If Bill is my father, you mean.

RJ: It’s just, Luna, there’s this– there’s this wistfulness when you talk to me about your father and… I just think that this is your opportunity to change that. Look, I– I– I have to go. I have to go meet Bill to sign this lease. Um, but just think about it. And, you know, your mom, she has the answer. And I– I really do, I think that you should ask her for the truth. And I love you. And, um, I’m just doing all this because I just I wanna help you find the answers to the questions that have plagued you.

Luna: Bill Spencer doesn’t seem like a craft fair type.

Poppy: All right, fine. It was at a music festival, but decades ago.

RJ: I don’t think it’s a stretch to think they hooked u. Come on, what if– what if Bill Spencer is your father? Luna, think about it. Your mom and Bill, they haven’t forgot each other after years. Maybe it’s time.

Luna: Time? Time for you to ask your mom… if Bill Spencer is your dad.

Luna: Hi. Um, are you busy?

Poppy: No, I’m good. What’s up?

Luna: I, um, I’d– I’d really like to see you.

Poppy: Wow, I’m popular today.

Luna: What?

Poppy: Nothing. Private joke.

Luna: Um, do you think you could– you could come over to Forrester?

Poppy: Is something wrong?

Luna: I don’t know. Maybe something’s right. Um, but only you can tell.

Poppy: I’ll be right there.

RJ: Wow. I gotta be honest with you, Bill, I still can’t believe I’m actually going to live here.

Bill: Ridge and Brooke okay with you moving out?

RJ: Yeah. Well… my dad’s not exactly excited that of all people I could be renting from, I’m renting from you. But I talked to him. I told him, you know, this is my life. It’s my money. So, you know, eventually, he– he saw things my way.

Bill: Good. I did consider keeping the place. I mean, even my– my realtor pointed out that, you know, this is tough to beat if you’re looking for a romantic setting.

RJ: Hm.

Bill: So, I’m sure that you and Luna are going to enjoy it.

RJ: Yeah. Uh, also speaking of, uh, I’m sorry about the whole embarrassing encounter the other day with you and Poppy and Luna and me.

Bill: Oh, no, no, no. That was nothing. I mean, it had the potential to be awkward, but it was no big deal.

RJ: Yeah. So, um… you– you and Poppy, you two are seeing each other?

Bill: I’m working on it.

RJ: Well, it must be wild, you know, to rediscover each other after so many years, right?

Bill: I see you know a bit about our history.

RJ: I mean, I just– I just heard about the basics. You met at a music festival, Bay Area, right?

Bill: Yeah. Uh… Uh, Poppy was– was dancing, and she just stopped me cold in my tracks. I mean, she made quite a– a first impression.

RJ: Huh.

Bill: I had to know her.

RJ: Well, what’s it been, Bill, like years, right?

Bill: A bit more.

RJ: Huh. Well, then, you must have made quite an impression on her for her to remember you after that much time, right?

Bill: Well, all I’ll say is that it was a very special night. And what about you and Luna? You seemed very close when I saw you here.

RJ: I– I’m crazy about her.

Bill: I think that Luna’s heart is in good hands.

RJ: And what about Poppy’s?

Bill: I want the very best for her. And, yes, that includes a relationship with me. You know, I’m– I’m… not one to really believe in things being fated, but… in this case, I do think that Poppy and I were– were drawn together for a reason. Both then and now.

Poppy: Hey, I got here as fast as I could.

Luna: Oh, um, you didn’t– you didn’t have to rush.

Poppy: Yeah, but you sounded really intense on the phone, like something was going on. My mind was just racing on the way over here. Was it your Aunt Li again? Did something happen between you and RJ?

Luna: No, no, he– he couldn’t be more wonderful or more supportive.

Poppy: I’m so happy you guys found each other.

Luna: Yeah, me too.

Poppy: Well, you know, it wouldn’t have happened if you weren’t courageous enough to follow your dream. I’m so proud of you. It isn’t easy to leave a life that you know and venture out into the world. But you did it. And you made it work. You’re an inspiration.

Luna: I mean, any courage that I have, I got from you. You’ve– you’ve never been afraid to live life on your own terms and be exactly who you are. Whether that person conformed to societal norms or not.

Poppy: Usually not. unapologetic self-acceptance that prompted you to dance at that music festival where you met Bill. It’s what made you so strong and brave enough to have me and embrace your role as a single mother.

Poppy: Well, you and I didn’t need anybody else but each other, hm?

Luna: Well, each other is kind of the only option we had. Um… RJ’s got me thinking about something.

Poppy: Okay.

Luna: It’s about my father.

RJ: It’s a nice thought that, you know, Poppy’s in your life for a reason. Any idea, um, why she’s been in your life now, not once but twice?

Bill: That’s what I’m trying to figure out.

RJ: You don’t know?

Bill: Does anyone really know? I– I mean, I have a few thoughts about it.

RJ: Yeah? Yeah, it’s been fun getting to know Poppy ’cause she’s– she’s interesting, right?

Bill: To say the least.

Poppy: Yeah, she’s a really cool mom.

Bill: I told Poppy that of course I want to get to know her better, but that I want to get to know Luna better as well. As I said, she strikes me as a remarkable young woman.

RJ: Yeah. Well, you’re right. She– she is absolutely remarkable. And, uh, the thing with Luna is the more you get to know her, the more, uh, impressed you become with her.

Poppy: You asked me here to talk about your father?

Luna: Yeah.

Poppy: Why? What about him?

Luna: Well, you know, whenever I bring him up, you either shut down or change the subject.

Poppy: You’re curious about your father?

Luna: RJ and I have been talking.

Poppy: You discussed this with RJ?

Luna: Yeah.

Poppy: Okay, well, I mean, I guess I’m not surprised. You guys are getting closer all the time. It makes sense that you would open up to him.

Luna: Well, he’s just– He’s been trying to help me sort out all these things that I’m feeling and all these things that I’m thinking. And I just want to be clear that he did not push me into this at all.

Poppy: Push you into what?

Luna: Trying to figure out who my father is. But– but then he started asking questions and started putting the pieces together.

Poppy: Pieces? What kind of pieces?

Luna: When Bill approached us at Il Giardino, he was positive that you two knew each other. And I don’t know what your reaction was about. I don’t know if– if you really didn’t remember him at the time or if you didn’t want to deal with it in that moment, but he remembered you. And he even brought up San Francisco, and he was right. You guys figured out that you two met at the music festival at Golden Gate Park. I mean, isn’t that amazing? You guys spent one night together like– like something years ago, and you guys still remember each other? But that just makes me think the connection you two shared might have been, like, crazy intense, right? And so RJ did the math and… the time that you and Bill met and the age that I am.

Poppy: Luna, what are you saying?

Luna: Look… I really don’t want you to take offense to this, okay? I love you so much, Mom. And I love our bond, and I would– I would not change that for the entire world. I mean, I’m in awe of you. You raised me all by yourself and you somehow made a way to make every single day so much fun. But there’s a piece of my story that’s missing. So, I need to know the truth, so please just… be honest with me. Is it Bill? Is Bill Spencer my father?

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Y&R Transcript Friday, January 26, 2024

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Esther: There you go.

Woman: Thank you.

Esther: Welcome. Oh, welcome. Oh, and congratulations to the new co-CEO of Jabot.

Diane: You heard about that?

Esther: Yeah, a little birdie may have told me. You wear it well.

Diane: Oh, well, thank you very much.

Esther: So what can I get you? I can put some sprinkles on top, and I can probably find a candle around here somewhere.

Diane: Oh, no, no. There’s no time for celebrating. Now is when the challenge begins, proving to everybody that I deserve the promotion. I’m just gearing up for a late night at the office.

Esther: Well, you do it with the loveliest of smiles.

Diane: Well, thank you. Working late is easier when you’re doing it with the people you love.

Esther: You’re so right. You do what you love with the people you love, then the people love what you make. And it’s just one big, giant love circle.

Nikki: Good to see you, Esther. Diane.

Esther: Nikki, I– I’ll be right with you. Okay, I have some cookies coming out of the oven, so I’m just going to make a little box for you.

Diane: It’s really not necessary.

Esther: Humor me, please.

Diane: Okay.

Esther: I’ll be right back.

Diane: All right. Nikki. How are you?

Nikki: You know exactly how I am, Diane, so there is no need for you to pretend that Jack didn’t tell you everything. And no, I don’t think I will let you test my tea to see if it’s spiked. You may know the truth, but it’s still none of your business.

Nate: So, you think we have potential?

Audra: And I’m rarely wrong about that, at least.

Nate: Aren’t you going to get that? Who knows, it could be opportunity.

Audra: There’s opportunity right in front of me. We’re not finished.

Tucker: Oh. Hey, Nate.

Jack: Oh, good, you’re home. I have something I wanted to run by you.

Ashley: Can you shoot me an email? I’m in a real time crunch.

Jack: You off somewhere?

Ashley: Yep, I’m going to Paris to get some answers.

Ashley: I’m taking the jet to Paris. I assume that’s not going to be a problem.

Jack: No, not at all. It’s yours whenever you need it. Do I get to ask any questions about this trip of yours?

Ashley: I don’t have a lot of time, as I said, and I’m gonna go no matter what.

Jack: Does this have anything to do with Tucker and the honeymoon that fell off the rails?

Ashley: Please don’t play games with me. I don’t have the time or the inclination to that.

Jack: I’m hoping maybe I’ll get a different answer to the question, Ash. This has gone on too long. Months. This has been part of every day of your life since you came back from Europe, and now you’re going back to Paris? Why are you putting yourself through this? Why are you lowering yourself to even dignify his insinuations? You want answers? I’ll give you an answer. Tucker is a menace. He is a liar.

Ashley: What if I’m a liar?

Jack: You’re not. We both know that.

Ashley: Do we? Do I?

Jack: Wait, so this is all about finding out if Tucker is telling the truth?

Ashley: No, no, this is about proving that I am telling the truth, and it’s going to be so clear-cut that he can’t deny it anymore.

Jack: You are giving this man too much power in your life.

Ashley: I’m taking my power back.

Jack: Try some other way to do it. Last time we spoke, you said you were gonna purge him from your mind.

Ashley: And I wasn’t successful, I’m sorry.

Jack: This is part of his pursuit of you, his game. This is just another tack. Another effort to engage you to keep him in the forefront of your mind, and for some reason, you can’t resist him. Ash, it’s a weakness. It is– it is dangerous.

Ashley: Don’t call me weak. I am not weak.

Jack: I did not say you were weak.

Ashley: I’m being proactive, Jack, this isn’t weakness.

Jack: I know what I see. If you didn’t still care about him, if he still didn’t mean something to you, you wouldn’t give a rat’s ass what his twisted version of the story is.

Ashley: Or maybe this is exactly what I need to get him out of my system once and for all. And isn’t– isn’t that what you want from me? So, this is what I need. And I also need to be able to count on you, but I clearly am asking for too much.

Tucker: I hope I’m not interrupting anything important.

Audra: That, like many other things in my life, is none of your business. What do you want, Tucker?

Tucker: A little privacy, perhaps? What do you say, Nate? Just minutes. Five. Five minutes.

Audra: You’re insufferable.

Tucker: I know.

Audra: Five minutes. Meet up later for a drink?

Nate: Yeah. I’d like that.

Audra: Yeah, I’ll– I’ll text you as soon as I’m done. I won’t be long. And what we talked about…

Nate: Yes.

Audra: We’ll pick up right when we left off.

Nate: I’ll see you soon.

Audra: Okay. What?

Tucker: I know what I just walked in on here. I know that look in your eye.

Audra: You love it.

Tucker: I do. You’re up to something. What?

Diane: Nikki, I’m not sure what you think Jack told me, and I’m not going to check your tea, don’t be silly.

Nikki: Then, why did you follow me out here uninvited?

Diane: Well, I’m simply wondering what gives you the impression that Jack told me anything.

Nikki: Oh, come now, Diane. For somebody who has built their entire life on deceit, you’re a terrible liar.

Diane: Well, then let me say with complete honesty that Jack cares about you very much.

Nikki: I know, and I care about him. That’s why I warned him over and over about–

Diane: And Jack did tell me that you went through a terrible ordeal, which forced you to revisit places that you had fought so hard to escape.

Nikki: That’s your way of saying what you’re not saying. Yes, I have been through a terrible ordeal, and my sobriety was compromised.

Diane: Sounds difficult.

Nikki: You know, the last time I saw you before you left Genoa City all those years ago, remember that night by the river you pretended to die?

Diane: You weren’t so innocent yourself that night either, Nikki. You hit me in the head with a rock hard enough to think you’d killed me.

Nikki: Well, look at us now. You’re not dead and I’m not drunk. Although, I’m sure when you saw me just now you wondered, “Is she tipsy? Is she sloshed?”

Diane: Nikki, I give you my word.

Nikki: Oh, thank you. Now, we both know what that’s worth.

Diane: All right, Jack also told me that he is helping you through this rough time.

Nikki: And you’re okay with that? Him being there for me, of all people?

Diane: Well, you and I aren’t friends, that’s true, but Jack is always there for his friends. I’m fine. I love that about him.

Nikki: He’s a good man.

Diane: Yes, he is. And when you love someone like Jack, you take the good with the past.

Nikki: Hm. Even though that means his ex-wife and good friend. Well, thank you for your sacrifice, Diane. I’m grateful to have Jack by my side.

Esther: Everything okay, ladies?

Diane: We’re fine, Esther. Thank you.

Esther: Okay.

Diane: Things don’t need to be contentious between us, Nikki. I know the last thing you wanted was me back in town and back in Jack’s life.

Nikki: Phyllis is the one who took things too far, but you’re not wrong.

Diane: Yeah, but since then, we’ve managed to set aside our differences, find a way to peacefully coexist in the same zip code.

Nikki: Hm. What’s your point, Diane?

Diane: My point is that if you’re struggling with your sobriety again, I’m sorry. I mean that. I can’t imagine how painful it is. And if you need someone in your corner, there’s no one better than Jack. He’s generous, he’s– he’s understanding, he’s non-judgmental, and he’s had his own battles with addiction. So, it makes perfect sense that he’s there for you. In fact, no one knows you better. Except Victor, of course.

Nikki: That’s true.

Diane: Yeah, and given their history, I can’t imagine Jack’s involvement in your life would go over very well.

Nikki: I was waiting for the real you to show up. You’re planning on holding that over my head, aren’t you?

Jack: Ash, you are an intelligent, successful woman capable of making brilliant decisions.

Ashley: Usually? You better shut your mouth if you care about our relationship at all.

Jack: Can I just ask what your plans are once you land?

Ashley: I’m going to go back to the café where we had the argument. And I’m sure I’m going to find some eyewitnesses there. There has to be a waiter, if things are as I recall, who remembers the very loud, abusive, ugly American who was berating his new wife.

Jack: “If things are as you recall?” This is what I worry about, he has mourned your self-confidence, your certainty.

Ashley: Just a figure of speech, it was just– Not if. When. When facts are confirmed. Don’t worry about me. This is what I need to do to eradicate him from my life, okay? I just need to prove once–

Jack: To prove to who? To yourself? To Tucker? Do you really wonder which of you is telling the truth? That’s, I think, what I really need to know here. This is about your belief in your recollections.

Ashley: I promise I’m not going to disappear in Paris.

Jack: Ash–

Ashley: I’m not. I’m not going to forget about you or my family or Jabot. I just want to go there and get the information I need. And then I’m going to be back. And I’m going to be stronger than ever. Love you.

Jack: Could we just–

Ashley: I gotta go.

Traci: Was that Ashley I just heard?

Jack: Yeah, she just left for Paris.

Traci: That was quick.

Jack: Wait, are you saying you knew about her plans for this wild goose chase?

Nate: Victoria.

Victoria: Hello, Nate. How are you?

Nate: I’m good, thanks. I’ve been, um, thinking about your mother.

Victoria: Well, that makes two of us.

Nate: How is she?

Victoria: She’s very brave. Very much aware that she’s under the microscope with everyone watching her every move.

Nate: That’s not a comfortable feeling. Can be pretty hard to deal with, even in the best of circumstances.

Victoria: It’s a difficult cycle, drinking. The guilt and the shame and the urge to try to drown those feelings. Sometimes, I don’t know how to be there for her, and yet make sure that she’s not feeling too pressured.

Nate: I can’t speak to Nikki’s sense of pressure, but I do know you have a lot of kindness in your heart. And insight. I’m sure you’re reaching out to her as best as you can.

Victoria: I hope so.

Nate: Your family’s going through a lot lately. And I meant what I said earlier. If you ever want to talk or have any questions, whatever, whenever, I’m here.

Victoria: Thank you, Nate.

Tucker: I’m done with Ashley.

Audra: Right, of course.

Tucker: No, I mean it.

Audra: Yeah, and I’m sure you meant it the six other times. You’ve sworn the same thing.

Tucker: No, it’s different this time.

Audra: You know, I’ve heard an addict’s promises. “This is the last time, I swear.” But the urge never goes away.

Tucker: I’m done. She’s never going to change. And I am done. Jabot, the Abbotts, Ashley, all of it. Glissade, that’s… where I want to put all my energy, so– And you.

Audra: That was oh, so convincing.

Tucker: I mean it, Audra. If you don’t want to work with me, that’s fine. I can handle Glissade all on my own. I don’t want to lose you. Um… you– We get each other, right? You know what makes me tick. And I know what sets you on fire. This. This is it. For me. Us. It’s all there. And it’s ours for the taking.

Audra: It’s too late.

Tucker: For us? No, no, no, no. We’re just getting started. I’m just warming up. Audra, I know what I want. And I want to be with you.

Audra: How flattering. And when I– What I want isn’t an issue.

Tucker: I think we want the same thing. We belong together. It’s always been there, hasn’t it? I know maybe you don’t want to admit it, but… I think maybe you want the same thing. You want to be with me too. In your dreams. are for us. And– and you got dreams, I know you do, and I want to help you… make them come true. Don’t pull back now. All you have to do is say yes.

Audra: That’s all it takes.

Tucker: Say yes, Audra.

Nate: How is, uh, everything else in your life going? Everyone’s well?

Victoria: If you’re asking without asking about Claire–

Nate: If I’m not intruding.

Victoria: No, not at all. I appreciate it, I mean, I don’t think it’s common knowledge yet. And it means a lot to me that people care about how she’s doing. You know, she spent a lifetime without that, ’til now.

Nate: Whatever you’d like to tell me about her, I’d love to hear.

Victoria: Every day, for– for her and for all of us, there are just constantly new discoveries.

Nate: Good and bad, I imagine. And it takes some time for her to find her way.

Victoria: And she will.

Nate: With you looking out for her? I have no doubt.

Victoria: Listen, I want to thank you for what you did the other day. It was nice to be able to talk to you about her. It reminded me to just keep things in perspective. You have a way of seeing into the heart of the matter. You could always remind me of where my focus ought to be.

Nate: Happy to try whenever you need it.

Victoria: Well, I might just take you up on that.

Nate: I hope you do.

Cole: Hey! I’m sorry if I’m early.

Victoria: Uh, no, not at all. Cole Howard, this is Nate Hastings.

Cole: I’ve heard a lot about you, Nate.

Nate: I was about to say the same thing.

Diane: Nikki, I have no agenda, hidden or otherwise. Well, actually, I do.

Nikki: There’s a shocker.

Diane: No, I hope your recovery is everything that you need it to be, so that you come out of this healthier and happier, after such a horrible experience.

Nikki: Thank you. That’s kind of you to say.

Diane: And I want you to know that I won’t betray your trust, or Jack’s. I hope you’re not upset that he confided in me. But you see, Jack and I are equal partners in all things. Marriage, family, work. So, it’s only natural that he would want me to be there for him.

Nikki: I don’t understand. Partners at work?

Diane: Oh, yes. The press release will be out soon. Jack named me co-CEO of Jabot. Isn’t that fantastic?

Nikki: Very impressive, Diane. Some might even say you didn’t waste any time. that she and Tucker have argued again.

Jack: About his gaslighting her, yeah, it makes my blood boil.

Traci: Okay, Jack, I think there might just be some level of confusion for her about his version of events. She just needs some clarity.

Jack: Damn it. This is exactly what I am worried about. For what it’s worth, she told me something completely different. She is absolutely certain that her recollection is correct. She lied to my face.

Traci: Well, maybe this is the reaction she’s trying to avoid. Maybe she told you what she thought you needed to hear so that you would ease up on her.

Jack: I’m trying to protect her, Traci.

Traci: She can protect herself.

Jack: It’s not just Tucker I’m trying to protect her from.

Traci: Who else, then?

Jack: Herself. I don’t want her any more upset than she already is.

Traci: Ashley doesn’t need us second-guessing her like this. There was some heated moment and they can’t agree on it. What she’s doing, going out and finding third-party information, I think that’s a really rational decision, and we should be supporting her on this.

Jack: She is obsessing. She is spinning this one moment for months. It has taken over her life. The blow-up in Paris. Tucker denying it. You clearly don’t see it. Ashley doesn’t either. This is exactly what Tucker wants. He has created this confusion to keep his hooks in her.

Traci: I just– I don’t know.

Jack: What if this is a mistake? What if she’s about to walk into some kind of a trap? She doesn’t trust me. I can’t do anything. She does trust you. Please don’t let her do anything that she will regret.

Nate: I should head out and let you get to it. Nice meeting you, Cole.

Cole: Same.

Victoria: Thanks again, Nate.

Nate: Anytime.

Cole: So, how long did you two date?

Victoria: Is that a lucky guess? Or writer’s intuition?

Cole: Your face. The way you smiled at him, and the way you smiled at each other, looks like there’s a history there.

Victoria: There is. It was a lovely time.

Cole: And then?

Victoria: Things went bad between Nate and my father.

Cole: Yeah, well, once you get on the wrong side of Victor, it’s hard to come back.

Victoria: Yeah, well, Nate’s a good man, though. He’s one of the best.

Cole: But your dad probably has a long list of guys he’d like to keep away from you, right?

Victoria: Well, it’s more complicated than my father being himself, but the outcome was the same. Anyway, enough about the past. Tell me about Claire. How was your visit with her?

Cole: You know what? I’m glad you ask. I’ve got some good news.

Diane: Honestly, I was very surprised when Jack didn’t choose Kyle to be co-CEO. I know how it looks.

Nikki: I’m sure you do. Jack just chose you instead of Kyle, even though Kyle has been with the company for years and years, and knows it inside out.

Diane: Yes, nothing would have made me happier than seeing father and son running the company side by side. I never imagined this.

Nikki: Certainly not. I can just see you manipulating Jack into thinking it was all his idea. “Oh, Jack, do you mean it? This is so unexpected. Just knowing that you believe in me is the greatest gift of all.”

Diane: You know, I just finished wishing you well, and you couldn’t wait to insult me. Is this– is this really how you want things to be, Nikki?

Nikki: You’re right. I shouldn’t have said it.

Diane: Well, don’t worry about it. I have to brace myself for the inevitable backlash. But thanks to Jack, none of that matters, he couldn’t be more supportive of me. Or of you. So, let’s just keep that common ground, shall we?

Nikki: I wish you well in your new endeavor. Excuse me.

Audra: I’m not the one you want. Not right now and not like this. You let Ashley back in and she broke your heart. And, you know, I’ve said some things that get too close to the bone, so you’re probably feeling a little raw.

Tucker: If you’re trying to talk me into–

Audra: Yeah, you’re looking for a win and I’m the fastest way there. But I am not about to be a woman someone settles for.

Tucker: That’s not what this is. That’s not what you are to me. Lately, I’ve been asking myself… “What’s good in my life right now? And what’s always been good?” And the answer is you. Whenever I know I’m gonna see you, I get a spring in my step. And a little smile on my face. And every time you walk into the room, my heart races a little bit. I think I’ve taken that for granted. I don’t want to anymore.

Audra: You know, what you need and want… you won’t find it in me. I’m sorry, Tucker.

Tucker: No, I can’t accept your apology.

Audra: I need to look out for myself now. Without your special brand of assistance. It’s time for you to go now.

Audra: I hope I didn’t keep you waiting too long.

Nate: You kept things short and sweet with McCall.

Audra: Yeah, sometimes it’s better that way. He adores the sound of his own voice and gets swept up in his fantasies and– Ugh.

Nate: He’s a dreamer.

Audra: He’s a big talker.

Nate: You seem like the only person he depends on. That can be a burden and a compliment. Not an easy thing to walk away from.

Audra: Well, sometimes it is.

Nate: Is this a pattern with you and former partners? You call it quits, but they can’t stay away?

Audra: Why do you ask? Are you interested in a partnership?

Nate: Are you offering? We didn’t, uh, finish our conversation.

Audra: I have a proposition. Leave Chancellor-Winters.

Nate: Give me one good reason.

Audra: Glissade. Join me there. Once I take control of it, of course.

Nate: She’s a dreamer.

Audra: Go big or go home.

Nate: The way I hear it, Tucker’s replaced Glissade’s board with a– with a bunch of lapdogs that’ll tell him what he wants to hear. In return, he gets their loyalty and their consent to run the company however he sees fit, and you think you can undermine that from the outside.

Audra: Oh, my God, Nate. You beautiful genius. You are absolutely right. I will never be able to pull this off from the outside. What I need is a page from your playbook. are we in crisis mode already on my first day?

Jack: It’s not about business.

Diane: What’s wrong?

Jack: I just stopped by the house, saw Ashley leaving for Paris. She wants to question the waitstaff at the café.

Diane: About the scene with Tucker?

Jack: She wants to confirm the facts as they happen, and going to great lengths to do it.

Diane: That’s probably not a bad idea. When it comes to dealing with Tucker versus the truth, it’s best to have hard proof.

Jack: I don’t like it. He’s pulling her strings. She’s letting it happen. He scares the hell out of her, and then has the gall to make her question her own perception. I mean, he’s controlling her. She’s letting it happen.

Diane: Jack, are you more upset about what’s in her head or in her heart?

Jack: Both. For months, she has been dredging up this fight that clearly traumatized her one way or the other. I know she has real questions about her perception, but he’s taking advantage of that. Why can’t she see he’s manipulating her? She’s a brilliant woman. Why can’t she stop herself?

Tucker: I’m done. Goodbye, Ashley. You go to hell!

Ashley: Okay. You loved me. You should be ashamed of yourself.

Tucker: What am I doing now?

Ashley: You’re just throwing around that word like it means nothing. You just use it as a way to control me.

Tucker: No, no, no, no. You have proven ad infinitum that you are a force unto yourself, Ashley. Lacking nothing, needing no one, certainly not me, who would have done anything for you. Now, all I ever wanted in return–

Ashley: What? What did you want from me?

Tucker: I wanted love, respect, I mostly wanted commitment. To be a partner with you in all things, in all ways. But those are things you just can’t give anybody, at least not anybody that doesn’t share your DNA, apparently. I mean, the very idea of commitment sends you scurrying in the opposite direction. And the second there weren’t Abbotts and an army of lawyers between us, well, you just ran home. Yeah, I’m sad, too. But it’s game over for me. I’m moving on, so should you. And you should give up this– this obsession about what happened in Paris.

Ashley: Oh, okay, so not only am I delusional, but now I’m obsessing.

Tucker: You are obsessing, yes, yes.

Ashley: Right.

Tucker: About a moment that is now unrecognizable to me. You know what you ought to do? You ought to hop on that fancy jet of yours across the pond, go to the bistro, talk to the waitstaff, ask them what happened that afternoon. Say, “Do you happen to remember a man in this restaurant going absolutely berserk, and– and smashing wine glasses, and throwing furniture?” I think you’d be surprised what they’d tell you.

Victoria: So, how was Claire when you visited her? What did she say?

Cole: She seemed happier. You know, just much better spirits than she was last time.

Victoria: That’s good. Did she tell you that my mother was able to visit her recently?

Cole: Yeah, yeah, and that’s got to be a good thing for Claire and for Nikki.

Victoria: Yeah. She said that she was allowed to walk around the hospital grounds, you know, I mean, with an escort, of course.

Cole: Yeah, all the way through pediatrics, and she lit up like a Christmas tree when she’s telling me all about it. You know, it was just– it was just wonderful to see her smile like that. You know, but at the same time, it does break my heart a little.

Victoria: Yeah, I understand. Seeing all of those sweet children with sicknesses and illnesses. Their parents were right there, right by her side.

Cole: I’m just worried. I’m worried it will remind her of the childhood she didn’t have. You know, on the other hand, maybe it could help heal her.

Victoria: Yeah, I mean, it could. This could be part of her healing so that she can go on to live a normal, happy, healthy life. God, I hope so. So, did you have a chance to talk to her care team?

Cole: Yes, yes, Dr. Henberg. Now– now, she couldn’t give me details, of course, but she definitely sounded hopeful. She said that others on her team have noted that Claire is more engaged in her private and group sessions. She’s awake more, she’s having conversations. It’s baby steps, I know, I know, but it was so, so great to hear.

Victoria: Baby steps. We were not there for her. But that’s okay, we’re gonna be there from now on. I’m– I’m so proud of her.

Cole: Yeah. She’s trying. She’s getting stronger. She’s– she’s on the road to good things, Vic. And you know that you and I will be there to catch her if she ever falls again.

Victoria: Oh, I know that. We will be. got back the numbers from the Asian market, and– Uh, Nikki, are you okay?

Nikki: I’m fine. Uh, I’m just distracted, there’s so much to do.

Audra: Well, I’m happy to take whatever I can off your plate.

Nikki: What makes you think I can’t handle what’s on my plate?

Audra: Oh, no, you’re right, I should know better. I’ll leave you to it.

Nikki: Well, no need to scurry off.

Audra: Whatever you prefer.

Nikki: Please stop humoring me. I’m not going to break.

Audra: Of course not.

Nikki: Oh, God, you’re doing it again. I wish to hell I had never admitted to you that I had a problem. who loves you madly and respects you deeply, it is my duty to sometimes play devil’s advocate.

Jack: Oh, good, maybe I’ll enjoy proving you wrong.

Diane: All right. Maybe you need to look at this from a different perspective. Yes, Ashley got close to being pulled into Tucker’s thrall, but then she pulled herself out. She deserves some credit for that.

Jack: But is she out? I’m not convinced.

Diane: I am. She’s just gathering the facts so she can shove them down his throat, which is what he deserves.

Jack: I wish my sister could see you defending her.

Diane: Yeah, well, let’s not ruin her image of me.

Jack: I think what I’m most worried about is what this is going to do to Ashley’s psyche. She has been reliving this same moment over and over again. What’s going to happen when she gets answers? More important, what’s going to happen when the answer is not what she wants to hear?

Diane: This is her battle. It’s the way she’s choosing to fight it.

Jack: I don’t like it.

Diane: And in the final showdown between Ashley and Tucker, my money’s on your sister.

Ashley: Are you here to talk me out of going to Paris, Traci?

Traci: No, I’m not. After all this time, I know what fights I can win and when to just get out of your way.

Ashley: Well, then why are you here?

Traci: Because I love you. And so does Jack.

Ashley: I know.

Traci: Well, then you also know we would never let you do something like this alone. So, every step of the way, whatever you need, here I am. So, every step of the way, whatever you need, here I am.

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Nikki: My whole life is spiraling out of control, and it’s my fault.

Jack: We will fix this. As a matter of fact, I have an idea.

Summer: Something’s lifted for me. I feel lighter.

Chance: Cheers to that. did you? Nikki fired you.

Victor: My security team called me last night and told me that there was a huge fire at the institution where Jordan is incarcerated.

Victoria: Meaning that Jordan could be dead or she could be out there again, ready to do God knows what.

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GH Transcript Friday, January 26, 2024

Posted on January 26, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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[ Gasps ] Wow. Like it? [ Chuckles ] I thought nothing could get nicer than our hotel room in New York. But this… We’re literally on the Seine. Spencer, it’s incredible. You’re incredible. Thank you. For the room, not the compliment. Of course. Well, I thought that you and I deserved the very best to welcome us to this new chapter of our lives. We pulled Esme’s credit card records. There was a bus ticket purchased yesterday, destination — Toronto. Any stops along the way? No, it’s a straight shot. If Esme’s hiding out with her former nanny, we have the address of where to find her. Laura, I just heard about Kevin. How is he doing? He’s stable. He’s, um — Well, he’s in and out of consciousness right now, but, um, they’re doing more tests. And you? Are you able to hang in there? Yeah, yeah, yeah, I am. Laura, he is so strong. He will pull through this. Please. He will. Thank you, Anna. Thank you. Thank you. I’m sorry. I wish I could offer more than just words. I think you can. You can come back to the PCPD.

[ Cellphone ringing ] [ Sighs ]

[ Ringing stops ]

Ava: Nina, what is this I’m seeing in The Invader? Call me, okay? I’m — I’m worried about you. Who are you talking to? Nina’s voicemail. Have you seen this? Yeah, I-I haven’t read the article, but I know there’s a transition. [ Chucking ] A transition? Hmm. Otherwise known as an ousting. That surprises you after what Nina did to Carly and Drew? Well, even so. I mean, somebody’s got to check up on her. She’s not picking up. Hm. Is that a problem for you? Brick is on his way up here with an update. Has he learned anything about the threats against me? Well, the sooner we stop this, the — the sooner we can end this living arrangement that we have. Apologies for the late arrival. Ms. McCall’s been keeping me apprised of her investigation. How’s — How’s that going? Did you find anything that could affect the case? It’s going. And, yes, I did.

Brick, good to see you. Hey, hey. Come on in. Always good to be seen. Yeah. Hello, Ava. Hi, Brick. How are you? How’s everything? Fine. Would you care for an espresso? No, thank you. No, thank you. Have a seat, Brick. Unfortunately, I got to keep this brief. I’ve got a meeting this afternoon. Yeah, as long as I’m caught up, you can make it as brief as you want. W-Well, if you’re waiting for me to make myself scarce, that’s not gonna happen. N– This concerns me. Okay, I know that, but as soon as it becomes business, leave. Okay? Okay. Alright, fill me in. I couldn’t pull any viable prints off the photograph, the note, or the gun left for Ava, but I was able to trace the weapon. And? It’s part of a stolen set of unmarked guns from the Bureau. Yeah, I know. What? You know what? I don’t know. W-What is the significance of the gun being stolen from the WSB? It means it’s connected to the rifle that shot at me a year ago at the Metro Court pool. I was able to access Muldoon’s E-ZPass records and cross-reference them with security cameras from a gas station across the street from the oncologist’s office. Tell us there was something on that footage. Yeah, a big something — Muldoon entering the medical pavilion before ever meeting with Finn. Gregory: Well, there you have it — proof he was already being treated for cancer. Maybe. Unfortunately, it’s circumstantial. You said a medical pavilion? There must have been dozens of specialists working out of that building. Exactly, a dentist, an ENT, and an allergist, just to name a few. Okay, so Muldoon could have been going to see any one of them. But he wasn’t. He was there to see the oncologist. Right. How do we prove that? Martin: That’s the number-one question, the second being, if he was being treated by that oncologist, why wouldn’t he tell you that? It doesn’t make any sense. Well, I have one more lead to follow up on. If it yields results, I’ll be in touch ASAP. Thanks, Sam. Martin: Thank you, Sam. I really appreciate it. Good luck today. Finn: Thanks. Shall we? Yeah, no time like the present. Let’s do this.

Does the hotel have any of those extra, uh, European outlet converters? My phone’s dead. [ French accent ] Yes, I’ll send one up. Okay, great. Merci. Merci. Wow. That accent is to die for. [ Laughs ] Mine or his? His. Ohh. Yours is decent, though. [ Speaking French ] Mais oui. And that’s about as much as I know. Oh, thank God for the translator app, though. Baby, you don’t have to rely on a translator app. I’m happy to give you French lessons. Yeah? What are you gonna teach me, huh? Um, well… [ Romantic music plays ] To start, there is… une bise. Une bise. I like that one. Mm-hmm. And then we move on to amour. And then? Extase. [ Woman singing in French ]

Have the Toronto authorities been notified? They have, but there’s another way. Which is? Dante has met Esme’s former nanny. We could reach out to her, keep things nice and clean. That is, if the department can spare us. Absolutely. I’ll make arrangements with your superior. But I do know it’s your brother’s trial today. So if you want me to send someone else with Dante… I’ll go. Are you sure? Finn understands that this is important. Okay. Good luck, and keep me posted. Copy that. Alright. You look shocked. Well, because I am. I-I am. The PCPD has been without an active commissioner for months now. It’s been chaotic and confusing. It may even be part of the reason that Esme was allowed to slip between the cracks. But I-I thought that Mac was doing an excellent job. Oh, he is, but not only has he made it very clear that he is not interested in the position full time, he’s been out of the country for I don’t even know how long now. The department needs stability. And you could provide that. Laura, Laura. Listen to me, now. Just hear me out, okay? Next to Jordan, who’s made it very clear to me that she’s happy in her new role as the deputy mayor, you are the next most qualified candidate. Yes, and the most controversial. I mean, forget about my public humiliation. What about what happened with your granddaughter? I don’t blame you for that. I shot a child, Laura. But you were being manipulated by your former director Brennan, right? And on top of that, Valentin chose to keep you completely in the dark about what was going on with Charlotte. This was an accident. It was a horrible accident. But it’s one that doesn’t change the fact that I believe that Port Charles would be safer under your leadership. And for what it’s worth, I agree ,%. Oh, you guys. Y-You have no idea what that means to me. But I’m sorry. I cannot. I-I can’t. What happened with Charlotte, it — it makes me feel like I’m — I’m not ready. I-I don’t deserve the badge. Okay, listen, listen. I understand what you’re going through. I really do, but I am asking you to take some time and to consider this offer. Hang on. Portia? Have you heard anything about Kevin? Is — Is he gonna be okay? All rise. The honorable Judge Arnold presiding. You may be seated.

I just spoke with Kevin’s doctors, and they’re still running some tests, but they are cautiously optimistic that his prognosis will be good, and they’ll know more when he wakes up. Oh. Oh. Thank God. [ Sobbing ] Laura, if you hadn’t found him when you did, this could be an entirely different conversation. I don’t want to think about that. Thank you for keeping me in the loop. Of course. That’s great news. That’s great news. Thank you. It’s such good news. [ Cellphone chimes ] Look, I’m really sorry. I’m late for a phlebotomy appointment, so I have to go. But I will catch up with you later, alrght? Yes. You look after yourself. Bye. Bye, Jordan. I have to see to some business, as well. But you’ll let me know if you need anything? I will. Okay. Thank you. And, Laura, I am really glad that Kevin’s gonna be okay. [ Sobs ] Thank you. Oh. Oh. Now, um, have you heard from Spencer at all? Uh, no, I haven’t. Uh, I’m a little surprised, actually, ’cause I think I might have sounded a little frantic in my message, but… I don’t know. Maybe — Maybe his plane hasn’t landed yet. Well, no, I tracked the flight. It landed. Maybe I should call Trina again. No, no. Don’t bother. You know, Esme is in Canada. Kevin is out of the woods. So Spencer will call me when he calls me. I hope they’re having a good time. They’re in Paris. How could they not be? Yeah. Mm-hmm. [ Sighs ] Champagne toast? When in Rome. [ Chuckles ] That’s the wrong city, baby. It’s the wrong country, even. Oh, this is a good year. [ Door opens ]

Diane: Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, now, the name Hamilton Finn, Dr. Hamilton Finn, may be all over the docket on this case. But make no mistake, the story belongs to Dennis Muldoon, deceased husband of the plaintiff. You are going to hear how Dennis Muldoon sought the help of a trusted doctor in his time of need and how that doctor… through sheer negligence… failed to order a test which could have caught the cancer in time. Now, this story is by no means uncommon. Medical practitioners make mistakes all the time, which is why it is of the utmost importance that we hold them accountable not just for the error itself, but for the birthdays, weddings, graduations, everything that Dennis Muldoon will now, sadly, tragically, have to miss. I can and will prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that Dr. Hamilton Finn did encourage Dennis Muldoon to follow up with further testing and that, far from being an error of medical negligence, this was an error of personal responsibility. As tragic as that may be. You’re saying the same person who killed Austin shot Curtis. In a botched attempt to eliminate Sonny. Alright, this is just a theory. You think it has anything to do with the anonymous bid on Wyndemere? Can you do me a favor? Can you give Brick all the information you have? Yeah, on the shell corporation. I don’t have much, but I’ll get what I have. Thank you so much. Sure. Alright, listen, um, I want you to coordinate with Dex as far as, like, you know, stepping up surveillance. All the usual suspects? Carly, the kids, Olivia, now Ava, ’cause she’s in the middle of all this. On it. But I do have a question. What? Does Nina get added to that list? How are you? You alright? Well, I’m pretty sure that I lost my husband and my daughter. And the final kicker is, Drew and Carly want to take everything else from me, too. Otherwise okay? [ Laughs ] Sorry. It’s okay. I brought it on myself, right? At least that’s what everyone tells me. Well, you may be down, but you’re not down for the count. So what’s the plan? For what? For taking back what’s yours. I’m very sorry, monsieur. I knocked on the door, and there was no answer. I assumed you’d stepped out. Thank you. Your converter. Okay. If he showed up a few minutes earlier, he would have gotten quite the show. [ Laughs ] Uh, where’s your phone? I’m gonna charge it. It’s right there. Open up the champagne, please. Okay. Did he knock? Did you hear anything? I mean, in all fairness, we could have put up the “do not disturb” sign. Yeah, that would have kind of killed the romantic flow. Well, option A, take a two-second break from making out, or option B, getting caught by the bellhop in your underwear. Okay, okay, fine. Next time we will put on the “do not disturb” sign. Oh, there’s gonna be a next time, huh? Oh, yeah. Yeah, and a next time and a next time and a next time. What is this? You brought your turtledove with you? Well, yeah. There might be weekends where you’re gonna be back home and I’ll be here and… it’ll be like we’re still together. That’s what this thing is for, isn’t it? [ Chuckles ] Yeah. Yeah, it sure is. That’s pretty cute.

Aw, you have yours with you. Yeah, I, um — I take this with me everywhere I go. And once I get my apartment here, then it’ll have a permanent place on my bedside table. Hmm. [ Cellphone chimes ] One sec.

My grandmother left me a voicemail. I don’t mean to bring up a tough subject. I just don’t know where you and Nina stand right now. She’s my wife legally, so she’s gonna be a potential target. I’ll make sure to keep eyes on her. I made copies for you. This is it. This is all Lucy gave me. Thank you so much. I’ll look into it. Let me know if you need anything. Will do.

[ Sighs ] So, how seriously do I need to take this? Stay vigilant or complete lockdown? We’re not there yet. Oh, thank God. ‘Cause nothing good can come from us stuck in this penthouse. On that note, what do you say we get the hell out of here? Do you think I have a leg to stand on? I think you have two gorgeous legs to stand on. [ Chuckles ] Valentin. What? You’re Nina Reeves, for God’s sake. You built Crimson into an empire that it is today. I mean, I can’t imagine that your advertisers and top designers are thrilled with what Drew has decided. Doesn’t matter. Of course it matters. I don’t have any recourse. You don’t? Okay, well, how about you give me a number? What? How much would it cost to create a rival publication and poach every top staffer at Crimson that would give Drew and Carly a fighting chance of success? Did you ever get a sense that there were any health concerns prior to this diagnosis? Mrs. Muldoon: No. We were shocked when we learned that he had stage cancer. He seemed totally fine. And then it’s like we blinked, and… he was gone. The doctors who took care of your husband in hospice, were they able to provide any insight? They said that any physician who would have run even the most basic tests would have seen the cancer. If only someone had. A few months could have made all the difference. My children would still have a father. Objection, Your Honor. Calls for speculation. Mrs. Muldoon’s testimony will be corroborated by Dennis Muldoon’s oncologist, Your Honor. Then we’ll hear it when he or she takes the stand. Sustained. No further questions. Judge Arnold: Your witness. Mrs. Muldoon, I’d just like to start by saying how sorry we all are for your loss. Thank you. I just need to know one thing. Were you there when your husband met with Dr. Hamilton Finn when he was told he needed to go for further testing? No, I was not. So your opinion on Dr. Finn’s urgency, or lack thereof, is based solely on how your husband described it to you. Yes, but — Thank you. That’s all. No further questions, Your Honor. Judge Arnold: You may step down.

That’s it? Mr. Chase, no one ever won a civil trial by ripping a grieving widow to shreds on the witness stand. Jury’s right there. She has her story. We have ours. Diane: Your Honor, I would like to call Dr. Hamilton Finn to the stand.

Spencer, thank you for calling me back. Yeah, of course. What’s going on? Well, I’ve got good news on both fronts. First of all, Kevin is going to be okay. Oh, thank God. And, uh, we have tracked Esme to Canada. The authorities there have the address where she’s staying, and Chase and Dante are on their way there right now. What do you need from me? Nothing, honey, nothing. You just stay right where you are, okay? I’m sort of comforted by the knowledge that there’s an entire ocean between you and Esme at the moment. Laura’s right. You’re far safer there than you would be here in Port Charles. Just let the police handle Esme. Okay, I promise to look after your daughter, Dr. Robinson. I’m gonna hold you to that. Trina, honey? Hey. I want you to be safe, okay? I love you. I love you, too. I will. And we’ll keep you posted if we hear anything. Okay, sounds good. Bye. Bye. I did not agree to have lunch with you to take your money, Valentin. You wouldn’t be taking it. I’d be investing it — in you. With your prowess and the help of your editors and your advertisers, I think that any new publication you launch would bury anything that Drew and Carly can cook up at Crimson. They don’t know publishing. You know publishing. Sometimes the best revenge is good business. If I do this — You’re considering it. Maybe. If I do this, this war with Carly will only escalate until one of us surrenders. To it not being you.

Gotta admit, the hospital is not where I hoped our next meeting would take place. Hm. Give me something I can use, and maybe I’ll give you an upgrade. A man can dream. Hm. Did you trace the number that called me? Yeah, went through some back channels, which I’m guessing is why you reached out to me in the first place. And? Call came from a burner phone, one of them prepaid deals you can get at any gas station. So it wasn’t registered. Now, hold on. You know, the call pinged a cell tower a stone’s throw away from Pentonville the night the call came in. No residents or roads nearby. Pentonville? You better than anyone knows how an inmate could smuggle phones in. Thanks. No sweat. [ Sighs ] Oh, Ms. Ashford? Yeah? I haven’t lost your number. I’m hoping you’re not gonna lose mine. Dr. Finn, how long have you been a department head at General Hospital? Seven years and months. That’s a long time. And in that time, you found a cure for Blackwood’s disease, which was ravaging certain oceanic regions. Am I correct? That’s correct. That’s quite a feat, to use deductive reasoning and applied science to find a cure. Part of the job. It is. So what went wrong on the day Dennis Muldoon came to visit? Objection, Your Honor. Come on. I’ll rephrase. I’ll rephrase. Why didn’t you catch the stage cancer that other doctors insist would have been blatantly obvious at that time? I am an infectious disease specialist. Mr. Muldoon came to see me for treatment for a tapeworm which he had. However, I knew something else was wrong. So I suggested he had more tests run. Was there any urgency to this suggestion, any sort of a warning that he might be dealing with something a little more serious, perhaps life-threatening? I recommended to Mr. Muldoon that he have further tests run. I don’t recall the level to which I stressed urgency. So it’s your contention that it’s not possible that another infectious disease specialist could have deduced that cancer was at play? Can’t speculate on other doctors, and your statement does not equate to malpractice. Mm. Even if you were not at the top of your game, shall we say? I don’t know what that means. Dr. Finn, were you suspended from General Hospital six years ago? I was. Care to tell the court why? Medical privacy, Your Honor. Withdrawn. Would you agree that a doctor at the top of his game could have suspected cancer, could have ordered the proper tests, and could have conveyed to Mr. Muldoon the gravity of his situation? Like I said, I can’t speculate on other doctors. Yes or no will suffice. The expectation that a doctor in another field could immediately catch everything wrong with a patient is not only unreasonable, it’s completely absurd. I did what needed to be done on the day. And just what needed to be done. That’s not what I said. No further questions. Dr. Finn, did you ever tell Dennis Muldoon that a tapeworm was the only cause of his symptoms? No. And did you, in fact, advise him that further tests were necessary to achieve an accurate diagnosis? Yes. Did he take that advice? No, he did not. So conveyed urgency aside, do you, as a physician, have the authority to compel a patient to undergo a test they do not wish to have done? No, I don’t. No further questions, Your Honor. You may step down.

I thought you said Diane would talk about Finn’s past drug use. She didn’t have to. She did more damage by hanging it in the window. And she knows it. You know something, up to this point, I have kept my questioning brief because I honestly believe that the facts are on your side in this case. But I got to be honest, Doctor. That little tit for tat with Ms. Miller just now, I don’t think you did yourself any favors.

Thank you, Doctor, for your input and expertise. Your Honor, the prosecution rests. Judge Arnold: You may step down. I’d like to call for a brief recess. Court will resume at :. [ Gavel bangs ] Bailiff: All rise. Jury is excused. Sam: Thank you. Hey, how’s it going? Hey. Well, all is not lost. But I’m not gonna lie, we could use some help from your end. Okay. Any luck? Um, well, yeah, actually, I did some more digging, and it turns out debt collectors have placed several liens out on the Muldoons.

It looks like their house is about to be foreclosed on. What? I thought they were wealthy. No, they’ve been cash poor for a while now. Treating cancer can get expensive. I’m sure it ate away at their funds. This has actually been going on for a while. The Muldoons had a loan-out corp, and they were heavily invested in Aurora. When the stocks went down, they lost pretty much everything. That was months ago.

Hey. Your phlebotomy go okay? Oh, yeah, everything’s fine. Okay, good. What’s going on? Well, I traced the number for the source who called about the unmarked guns. Do you have a lead on who shot Curtis? Anna, Sonny may have been the intended target, but I think you’re still connected to this, as well. Hi, Sonny. I heard about Ace. Is Spencer okay? Yeah, that’s none of your business. I left you a voicemail. I’m so sorry to hear about Crimson. Nina, call me. We’ll talk when you have a chance, okay? Uh, Av– You want to go somewhere else? No, I don’t want to go somewhere else. Phyllis said that I was always welcome here. I won’t be run off with my tail between my legs. My offer still stands. What do you say? I say that you and I have a bad habit of bringing out the worst in each other. Portia: I got some good news. Oh, that’s my favorite kind. The doctors think that Kevin should be waking up very soon. Really? Mm-hmm. They’re gonna be moving him to his room, and then you’ll be able to see him soon after that. [ Voice breaking ] Thank you, Portia. Oh. Kevin’s gonna be okay. Thank you. The kids are safe. We’re lucky, really, all things considered. [ Exhales deeply ] Yeah. Oh, now if I could just — if I could just stop blaming myself. Blaming yourself for what? Esme. I knew what she was capable of. I absolutely knew it, but, you know, she is — she’s my husband’s niece. She’s — She’s the mother of my grandchild. And I just — I think I just wanted so badly to see the good in her that I let it blind me to all the horrible things she’s done and she never paid for. And she did awful things to your daughter. You must be so angry with me. Spencer: I wish I could say I was wrong and that Esme hadn’t got her memory back and that Ace could still be safe with her. But I guess I did the right thing giving Ace to my father. I mean, if anyone has a knack for disappearing, it’s him. There’s no way that Esme is gonna — Trina, what are you doing? There’s a flight back to New York in two hours. You can make it before midnight. And you’re telling me this because? Kevin just got attacked, and your brother is in danger. Spencer… I appreciate you coming with me, but your family needs you now. It looks like Muldoon has been trying to stop the bleeding for months. He even cashed out a life insurance policy to pay his bills. Before or after he saw the oncologist? Before. That’s excellent work, Sam. Thanks to you, we now have one hell of a theory to present to the court. Oh, my God. Muldoon came to you on purpose. This whole malpractice suit… Is part of his plan. Muldoon set me up. Trina, you heard my grandmother. Kevin is on the mend, and Esme is in Canada, and the police are on her trail, so… And if any of that changes? Then I’m gonna get on a plane and I’m gonna go home. But you heard me just promise your mother that I would stay here and look after you. And we both know that I’m on her hit list, so I think it’s best that I keep my word. Are you sure? Don’t — Don’t stay for me. Baby, of course I’m gonna stay for you. And for me, for us. Now, Trina Robinson, are you ready for the best weekend of your life? So ready. That’s a very good answer. [ Chuckles ] [ Cork pops ] You think that I would be angry with you? [ Sighs ] Well, at the very least, you must think I’m naive. I think that Esme is that good of a liar. Except you never believed it. I never really bought into the idea that Esme had truly changed, but I think it’s just a little bit different with me. Why is that? Because Esme hurt Trina in a very specific, targeted, vindictive way. And it’s hard to see your child suffer through something like that. And I don’t know. It leaves a mark. I am so sorry. You don’t have to be. There’s nothing wrong with hoping someone can change if and when they take accountability for their actions. But Esme never took accountability for anything. So right now, there’s only one path forward with her. Oh, yes, absolutely agreed. Esme must be found. She must be brought to trial for the things she’s done.

Hey, Port Charles police. I’m Detective Falconeri. This is Detective Chase. We were told you were coming. Any updates? We’ve been monitoring the apartment for hours. No one matching Miss Prince or the nanny’s description have exited. So the apartment’s still occupied? Well, thanks for holding off and waiting for us. Could be trouble. [ Knock on door ] I would be lying if I said I wasn’t tempted by your offer. But? But I have to try to control these impulses that I have if I have any hope of salvaging a relationship with Willow. Okay, but if you change your mind… I know where to find you. Nina, you and I have a long history of twisting ourselves into knots, pretending we’re something we aren’t for other people. You don’t have to do that with me. I’m on your side no matter what. Thank you.

I was thinking, you know. Uh-oh. Well, there’s still a threat out there and — against you. So, Esme’s on the run. Maybe you should spend some time on the island. Huh. Is that a yeah? Well, you know, the gallery is being refreshed this week, and I suppose there are worse places to stay vigilant. Alright, then we’ll — we’ll get you on — on a plane and we’ll — We? Yeah, Dex and I. There’s we? We’ll get you settled in and make sure you’re protected. Oh. Yeah. Okay. Because going to Puerto Rico is all about me and my safety, right? What else would it be about? Maybe you getting as far away from Nina as possible.

So you’re saying that the call attempting to give you information on the gun came out of Pentonville? I’ve been looking into this for months and got nowhere, dead end after dead end. So what’s changed in the last few weeks? Who’s new to Pentonville and knew about a shipment of unmarked guns meant to be in the Bureau’s possession? I knew I recognized that voice from somewhere, but I couldn’t put my finger on it until I overheard you and Laura talking earlier. Oh, the person who called you was John Brennan.

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Days Transcript Thursday, January 25, 2024

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[romantic music]

OK, open your eyes.

Oh, my god, Johnny! You remembered.

Of course I did. It is a blue diamond surrounded by Venetian glass.

In memory of our time in Italy.

That was the idea.

But how did you get it so fast? You just proposed last night.

Well, like I told you, I have been planning this for a little while now. The ring wasn’t supposed to be ready for another three or four days, but the jeweler called me. He put a rush on it and said I could come pick it up this morning. Had I known that, I might have held off last night.

Oh, but I loved your proposal.

Yeah?

Mm-hmm. And I really love this ring.

Well, just so you know, the Venetian glass was imported from Murano, and the blue diamond is actually an extremely rare one. I had to have the DiMera jewelry consultant help me buy it at auction.

The DiMeras have a jewelry consultant?

Well, the DiMeras have a lot of weddings. Now, if I were a name dropper, which I’m not, I would tell you that this beauty may have once graced the hand of Elizabeth Taylor.

You’re kidding.

Yeah. I had the stone removed, set in Venetian glass, not only as a reminder of our time in Italy, but also I wanted to make sure that this ring was as unique and special as you are.

That is probably the most romantic thing that I’ve ever heard. And isn’t this just so perfect? I mean, here we are, in front of this tree with a plaque of one of Salem’s founding couples.

Yeah.

I hope our love lasts as long as Tom and Alice’s did.

[phone rings]

Oh. I’m sorry, Abraham, I meant to call you, but– no, no, no, I’m fine. I’m fine. No, I’m not overdoing it. Oh, no, I’ve been out of the office all day at the hospital, as you know. Then I just have a few things left to take care of. Yes, yes, I promise. I won’t be long. Mm-hmm.

Hey.

Almost done.

Yeah, with what? What are you writing that’s got you so put out?

My resignation letter.

What? What are you talking about?

You hired me to run this paper with integrity, to make it strong, to make it relevant, to make it a beacon of editorial excellence. Protecting your family is not what I signed up for.

OK–

So to be honest, I feel really duped. Completely, completely, completely duped. So I’m moving on.

OK. I’m going to have the online registration ready for us to beta test soon.

Great. And I had a graphic artist mock up this poster for the event. What do you think? What? If you don’t like it, now’s the time to speak up.

I hate the name, or really, that it doesn’t have one.

Oh, you’re right. We need– we need something catchy.

Something with the word “geo” or “caching.”

What if we did something about love, since it’s on Valentine’s Day?

Caching Cupid?

Perfect. Tripp, what do you think?

I’m–I’m sorry. I was a little distracted.

Yeah, I noticed. Your head’s been somewhere else since I got here. Are you worried about your mom?

What do you mean by that?

Just keep smiling.

I’ve been in this situation many times before. You’re the one who needs to play it cool.

Do you see me sweating? I’m totally cool.

I just wish I knew what the cops were planning.

They’re bluffing. Hey, they’ve got nothing, and as long as we keep our mouths shut, they’ll continue to have nothing.

Got it.

Good. Just letting them chill out for a while.

Yeah? Maybe it’s time to turn up the heat. Our raid at the Bistro may have been a wash, but these two are up to their necks in Clyde’s drug ring. And I can squeeze it out of them.

You think, huh? That Ava, she’s one stubborn woman.

Don’t I know it?

Yeah.

Hello, again.

All right. Let’s get started, shall we?

Hello, Commissioner, Detective. You didn’t think you’d be questioning my clients without their lawyer present, now did you?

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Yeah, Tom and Alice were great people from what I’ve heard. Definitely not fans of the DiMeras.

From what I’ve heard, they were very open minded and non-judgmental people. And they gave everyone a chance as long as they proved they deserved it.

Well, OK then, it’s settled. I am going to prove to them and to you that I deserve you, Chanel Dupree.

Johnny, you have already proven that. I can’t wait to be your wife again.

Yeah, me neither.

You do know where we’re going right now, don’t you?

[chuckles]

OK, you know what? You’re overreacting a little bit.

Oh, really?

Yeah.

OK. So you didn’t ask me to kill all mention of the Bistro in the drug raid story because your brother preyed on your sympathies and asked you to?

OK, you know what, I’m not even particularly fond of Stefan, all right? But I do think that there should be a modicum of loyalty between family members.

No! No! There should not be. There should not be a modicum of loyalty to anyone or anything to the detriment of the truth. Otherwise, you do not run an unbiased newspaper. There has to be a clear cut delineation, Chad. You know that as well as I do. And God knows we’ve seen what selective reporting has done to this country.

OK, do you know what? I didn’t– I didn’t cover anything up, all right? So spare me the lecture. And you know what? This wasn’t even really about loyalty, all right? Stefan had some–had some pretty valid points, all right? So why should his business be damaged, possibly irrevocably, when there were no drugs found at the raid?

Can I tell you why?

Yes, please.

OK, I will tell you why. Because it was part of the narrative! The Bistro was one of three locations raided that night, the only one that bore no fruit. Let the readers make up their own minds based on the full story.

[suspenseful music]

Let me– let me ask you a question, and you have to be honest with me. What if they had found something?

Then that would be the headline, and my brother would probably be in jail.

You sure about that? Because it’s pretty easy to say when it didn’t happen.

I’m sure. Yeah, I’m sure. So are you gonna delete that resignation or do I need to find a new editor in chief?

Why would I be worried about my mom?

Well, I just figured with everything going on at the Bistro. I mean, first there was that tragic overdose, and then the police raid looking for drugs. And even though neither of those involved any wrongdoing on behalf of the Bistro or its staff, it’s just– it’s really hurt the reputation of the restaurant, which is why Ava and Stefan hired me to do PR for them.

Yeah. Yeah, I know, and I really hope that you can help them with that.

Yeah, I’m going to do my best to try to counter all the negative press with good PR. It’s just– it’s just so terrible what this is doing to their business.

Yeah. No, I couldn’t agree more. What’s happening at the Bistro is terrible.

You know our attorney, gentlemen?

Oh, we are well acquainted.

Grateful to have you here, Miss Peterson. Thank you.

I’ll start.

No, I will. My clients have done nothing but cooperate with the Salem PD. They were subjected to a police search that negatively impacted their business, and to what end? It turned up nothing. They were both grilled before and after the search, and now you’ve dragged them back down here to do more questioning. I mean, guys, this is bordering on harassment.

Well, Miss Peterson, we have uncovered some new evidence. And we were hoping your clients could shed some light on it.

What evidence?

I’ll handle this.

We have reason to believe that the new drug ring is being run out of Statesville Prison.

So…tell us what you know about Clyde Weston.

Hey, Mama.

Chanel, Johnny, what are you two doing here?

Just came to give you a hug, see how you’re doing.

Oh, hey. Oh, well. That’s so sweet of you. I’m doing just fine, and hanging in there.

I was really sorry to hear about your diagnosis, Paulina.

Oh, thank you, Johnny.

But from what I’ve read, even though cancer is a scary word, it sounds like yours is pretty curable. And even if it weren’t, I’m living proof you can beat it, right?

Mm-hmm. Yes, you are, Johnny. Thank God for that. And from, you know, what all the doctors have told me and from everything that I’ve read, I know that my treatment is generally very successful, and that the type of cancer that I have, you know, can be completely cured. No–just like you said, Johnny, no chemo required.

Yes.

So I am a very lucky woman.

Yes, and we will be there for you every step of the way.

Oh, my darlings, what would I do without you? Here, come, come.

If you will no longer allow your family to in any way influence any future coverage of any of our stories, I won’t resign. Can you guarantee that?

I can. I do.

Then we’re good.

Good. Now, we have a newspaper to publish, so let’s get back to work.

Yeah.

Where are we at with the fundraising thing, the scavenger hunt?

Well, I told them that we’re onboard to sponsor despite Xander’s objections, which, of course, I didn’t mention. Just glad to have your vote on that. There’s going to be a big PR push by the city. The mayor’s office is onboard. We’re going to cover both the charity angle and the fun and games of it all. I’m pretty confident it’ll be successful, very beneficial for the paper.

Good. I’m glad you’re interested in that.

Well, I was at dinner at Steph’s the other night and I sort of got recruited into helping plan it.

You had dinner with Stephanie?

Oof, well, that was very productive. We got a lot accomplished. Thank you for your help, you guys.

Well, I didn’t do anything. Wendy did most of the heavy lifting on our end.

Ooh, and she came up with a very clever event name. Good job.

Thank you, but Tripp has been really helpful too.

Don’t let her fool you. I basically was just her cheerleader on this one.

Well, we all need a good cheerleader. All right, Wendy, I will connect with you tomorrow about the beta test.

Great.

And, Tripp, if you’re not working, could you maybe help Dad hide the treasures?

It’s a big if, but, yeah, I’d love to help if I can.

Great. OK, well, have a good night, you two.

OK.

Night, Steph.

Bye-bye.

I’ll see you later.

When she asked if you were worried about your mother–

Yeah, tell me about it. I could feel myself going pale.

Do you really think she’s going to be able to help with all the bad juju they’ve had?

I think it’s going to take a lot more than a PR guru to get my mom out of this mess.

Clyde Weston? Yeah, I know who he is. Don’t know a thing about him.

Yeah, me neither. I mean, just by reputation.

So you haven’t been in communication with him or know anything about his illegal business operations?

My client just answered that.

Yeah, yeah, I know what they said. But maybe your clients can explain, given that they know nothing about the man, these visitors logs from Statesville where Clyde is currently, apparently and clearly showing that Stefan and Ava visited Clyde in the past few months.

[suspenseful music]

Oh, so would you look at the time? It’s getting late. Shouldn’t you go home and get some rest?

No, I’m fine. I’m fine. Keeping my mind occupied is good for me. And this city isn’t going to run itself.

What is this document about?

Oh, that’s a proposal for a charity event involving geocaching.

Geocaching? I’ve never done it, but I’ve heard it’s fun.

Stephanie Johnson is planning a geocaching treasure hunt in the Horton Town Square.

Great.

Hmm, interesting.

Mm-hmm. Sounds like a good community even, right?

It does. Definitely does.

Yeah.

Mama, would you look at my hair? I tried something different today. What do you think?

Well, it kind of looks the same. But whatever you’ve done, it’s very becoming. You look beautiful as always. And, Johnny, if you’re interested, they’re looking for more volunteers, I mean, for the treasure hunt.

Oh, yeah.

They want to do it on Valentine’s Day.

Johnny is busy that day. You see, we have important plans.

[gasps] Holy shiitake mushrooms!

[laughter]

[squeals]

You know– you know, my mom has been trying so hard to turn things around, and then something must have derailed her. I mean, she’s clearly in trouble.

Yeah. Obviously. And, Tripp, I’ve been thinking. OK, you believe that she could be using the restaurant to front the drug trade, right?

It’s possible.

Well, if the Bistro’s POS system is cloud-based, I could probably hack into it. We can look for patterns and anomalies. I mean, it might not give us anything, but it can’t hurt to try, right?

Thank you, Wendy, but no. The more I’ve been thinking about this, the less I want you getting involved, OK? It’s not safe.

We went through this last night, remember? We’re in this together, Tripp.

And you are the greatest girlfriend in the world for wanting to help me with this. But, Wendy, please. You have to let me handle this on my own.

Why should you have to?

I’ll tell you why. Because this involves my mother, Ava Vitali, whose own father drugged and manipulated her, who’s been in prison and in psych wards, and when I think about the things that she’s done– people have died because of her.

Yeah, um, Steph invited me over for dinner with her family. It was a last minute thing, honestly. I don’t know if you know her dad very well, but I sort of ended up in the hot seat with him.

Yeah, let me guess, grilled you about your intentions the whole time.

I guess you do know him fairly well. Yeah, I mean, I assured him that Steph just wants to be friends and that I totally respect that. So, you know, save the speech about staying away from your daughter and not breaking her heart.

Yeah, good. Good, yeah, and, um– you know, when I asked you about you having dinner with Stephanie, I didn’t– I didn’t mean it to come across as jealousy. It was just–just curiosity. You know, I get it. I don’t even have a right to ask that, so– but, I mean, whatever happens between the two of you, I really do wish you the best, you know, whether that’s a continuing friendship or– or something more.

[chuckles] Sorry, it’s just– it’s a big from the Chad who confronted me about all this before.

Yeah, I know. I just–I was wrong. If you two mutually agree to something more, then who am I to say anything, right?

Wow.

[chuckles] Wow. Thank you… for being clear about where you stand on my relationship with Stephanie, and for being cool about that.

Cool about what?

Scavenger hunt. Xander didn’t want the paper to sponsor, but we have overruled him.

Good, ’cause I just spent a good chunk of my evening with Wendy and Tripp going over all the details, and it’s going to be great.

[phone beeps] And I wanted to go over where we are with it.

You know what? You are just gonna have to hold that thought. Because I just got a tip that Ava Vitali and your brother have been hauled into the police station for questioning. So I’m going to get down there and see what I can find out. I assume you have no objections to that, boss?

No, go.

Bye.

What was that about?

If I could just have a moment to confer with my clients?

No. You know what? Clyde Weston? Yeah, he’s the son of a bitch who butchered my sister-in-law. So, yeah, I went to Statesville, paid him a visit to look him in the eye, tell him I hope he rots in hell. Is there a problem with that?

No, no problem at all. How about you, Ava?

Miss Vitali was exploring opportunities to volunteer with the incarcerated.

OK, nobody’s gonna buy that. Right, you want to know why I was there? Clyde tried to kill my son. And he sent a message that if I didn’t work for him, that he would succeed. So, yeah, I went to the prison to tell him I wouldn’t do it.

And what, he took– he just took no for an answer and he backed off, just like that?

Well, what can I say? I can be very convincing.

Well, Ava, you’re not very convincing right now… because obviously every word out of your mouth is a lie.

OK, that is enough. You need to back off, Detective, and you need to get control of your cops.

OK.

And since neither one of my clients is under arrest, we’re leaving.

You’re free to go.

Not me. Not yet.

What?

I want to talk to Detective Michaels first. Alone.

No. No way.

I have to strongly advise against that.

Not a good idea, Ava.

Yeah, well, I have the right to speak to whoever I want.

Well, you also have the right to remain silent, which I strongly advise.

Yeah, well, I’m not gonna do that. I’m gonna speak to him whether you like it or not.

Fine. Your neck.

What’s going on in there?

I wish I knew.

So you had Everett pull the mention of the drug raid at the Bistro.

Yeah, and– and it didn’t sit too well with him.

I’m sure it didn’t. But since I’ve taken on the Bistro as a client, I appreciate your discretion, especially since the raid proved fruitless, as you know.

Yeah, no, I know, but Everett still thinks that I’m censoring the story to protect my family. Anyway, you know, we–we hashed it out. We came to an understanding, both professionally and– and personally.

Personally?

Yeah. You know, I’m not– I’m not telling you anything that you don’t already know. But, you know, I– I have a tendency to be a bit of a hard-ass with Everett, especially when it– when it is concerning you.

More than a bit, considering you got him fired because you didn’t want him around me.

Yeah. Well, you know, I– I can get a bit worked up and overreact.

You think?

But, you know, I’m– I’m changing courses now. You know, I’m a new leaf, as they say. After spending some time with him, he’s a–he’s a– he’s a good person. He’s honest and he’s ethical and, I mean, you know, the only– the only two people that should have anything to say about you and him are you and him.

Is that what I think it is?

It took you long enough to notice.

Oh my, oh my, oh my! Oh, this is so wonderful and exciting! Oh, I couldn’t be happier for you both!

Thank you.

Oh, you adorable people, and so in love! Oh, nothing could lift my spirits more! Let me see that rock. Oh. Oh, and now I’m just going to shamelessly namedrop. Liz Taylor?

None other.

Johnny had it set for me in Venetian glass.

Oh, this is the best news ever. Oh, we need to talk wedding date.

Oh, we already have one. Valentine’s Day.

Yeah.

This Valentine’s Day? Well, that’s just around the corner. Oh, no. Uh-uh. Don’t tell me. Don’t you–don’t tell me you’re eloping again. I’m not going to miss my daughter’s wedding for the second time. I refuse. You–you are not going to deny your mama a chance to see her baby girl walk down the aisle.

OK, don’t worry. You will be there. But Johnny and I did agree to have a small gathering out of respect for his family and everything that they’re going through with Holly.

OK. Oh, yeah, I understand. I understand. Oh, my little girl’s getting married!

[laughs] Oh, we have so much to do and so– not enough time to do it. So let’s get to work. Let’s get to work. Hand me that pad.

[giggles]

So I need to call the florist, make sure we have enough flowers. You know, they’re gonna have a run on roses on Valentine’s Day, so we need to get the pick of the bunch. Let me see, what else, what else? Oh, I know, I know, I know. I need to call Diana, my gown consultant, get her started right now on the hunt for the perfect wedding dress. Oh, it’s late in Miami. Who cares?

The DiMeras have a jewelry consultant. Mama has a gown consultant.

I guess my family’s not so weird after all.

Oh, Diana? It’s Paulina Price. You are not going to believe the wonderful news I have.

[giggles]

You know, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how the family you’re born into can affect the trajectory of your whole life.

It can, of course. But you can also be determined not to follow in your parents’ footsteps, right? Whatever those footsteps are or were.

That’s true. You know, and ever since I found out who I really was, that my mom was a part of the Vitali crime family, I’ve been trying to distance myself from it. But then maybe– I don’t know. It has me wondering maybe it’s just in my DNA.

Tripp, OK, first of all, your last name is Johnson, not Vitali. And second, you are not responsible for the sins of your mother, or your grandfather, or anyone else. OK, you are a good man. You are an honorable man. You’re a doctor, dedicating his life to helping people, and I love you for that.

Look, I’ve– I’ve thought a lot about what you said to me on the loading dock about when we were together, about how you saw the real me.

I always have because what we had was real. You can trust me.

I know I can. That’s why I wanted to talk to you alone. Because I had real feelings for you too, and I don’t want you to get hurt. Now, listen, I’m not saying that I’m involved in anything here, OK? But I’ve got a feeling this could turn out to be really dangerous. So you need to back off for everybody’s sake.

We’ve been dancing around this for way too long. No more hypothetical conversations. Just tell me the truth. Ava, please. I can protect you.

No, you cannot.

No, I can! I can. And I will. Because I love you. Look, I think maybe you already knew, but I love you.

You better stop real quick. You better figure out a way to get over this–

Commissioner, hey. I thought while we had a minute I’d like to take a look over that search warrant you had for the Bistro. You know, make sure the I’s are dotted, T’s crossed.

Yeah, yeah, sure. Right this way.

Just so you know, Mr. DiMera, you’ve– you’ve used your one and only get out of jail free card. I go where the story takes me. And if it leads me to you, Chad will no longer be there to step in to protect you.

My brother owns the paper.

He co-owns the paper with Xander Cook. You really think Xander is gonna be there to protect you? And besides, I now have assurances from my boss that he fully backs all my efforts. So your best bet is to talk to me.

You son of a bitch!

[slap]

I’m really happy to hear you say that, Chad. It means a lot to me to know that you now appreciate Everett as an employee and are no longer upset by my friendship with him.

Yeah, no, I’m not. It’s–you know, even more importantly, I’m– I’m just glad that you and I are still on good terms, that we didn’t end things on a sour note. Because I– I know the timing wasn’t right for us, but you’ll always be someone really special to me.

I feel the same way about you. Please.

[chuckles]

Now, if we had the reception at the country club ballroom, we could have a Roaring ‘s theme, but not at the carriage house because it would clash with their more rustic décor. Plus it only holds .

Mama, what part of “small wedding” didn’t you understand?

Oh, yeah. OK, OK, yeah, OK, keep it down. Keep it down. , .

[chuckles]

But, look, I don’t think I can get Alicia Keys onboard if I can’t get a grand piano.

Mama, no Alicia Keys, no grand pianos, no eight tier wedding cakes.

OK, OK, OK. Six tiers. Six tiers is fine. It’s fine. Oh. Oh, you know what? Oh, this is so exciting. We’ve got to celebrate. Let me call Abe.

[phone rings] It’s the oncologist.

[suspenseful music]

Hello? Yes. Yes, this is Paulina Price. Really? That long? Oh, yes, OK. Yeah. I understand. Thank you. They said the– the soonest that they can do my surgery, the only date that’s available is about two months from now.

What? That’s unbelievable.

No, unacceptable.

Well, it’s kind of good news, isn’t it? I mean, that there’s no urgency to getting the nodules removed, right? It’s kind of slow growing cancer, right? It’s not too aggressive.

Yeah, yeah, I’m sure that you’re right. And, I mean, but even if it does mean that, don’t you want to get this behind you, Mama?

You know what? I’m going to make some calls. I’m sure Kayla can probably get it moved up and, you know, sorted.

No, no, no, no, no, no, it’s– it’s for the best. It’s for the best. And, you know, it won’t interfere with the wedding. OK, OK, come on, come on, come on now, you know, no, we are going to celebrate. Come on. Let’s get out of here. We’ll get Abe and tonight, tonight we celebrate.

Tonight we celebrate.

I don’t– I don’t know how wise it is to love the son of Ava Vitali. I mean, talk about baggage.

I don’t care. OK, I love you, no matter what.

I love you too, and I’d like to keep loving you for a really long time, which is why I really don’t want you–

Let’s just stick with the you love me part, OK? Let’s not think about anything else right now.

What’s wrong?

Where’s your mom?

I have no idea. You said not to think about her right now.

Yeah, I did. But her walking in on us out here would be–

Right, right. Awkward.

Yeah.

OK, well, my love, shall we take this to the bedroom?

I think that is an excellent idea, my love. Whoa.

[laughs]

[groans]

What the hell is happening?

What’s going on here?

Tell your detective to keep his damn hands off of me!

This is outrageous. I told you to get control over your cops.

Ava, what happened? You want to file a complaint?

Yes, of course.

No. You know what? I just want to get out of here.

[groovy music]

You OK, Ava? Do you want to give me a comment?

Hey, here’s your scoop. You can go ahead and tell your readers that the Salem PD are harassing and assaulting innocent citizens instead of actually going after real criminals.

What the hell, man?

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B&B Transcript Thursday, January 25, 2024

Posted on January 25, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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[Relaxing music]

Liam: Um, so when do I get to meet this Poppy? Because with the way we’re going, like how you’re talking about her, I feel like I’m in future step-mom territory.

Bill: Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, okay, all right. Whoa, now, slow down. I told you we’re not rushing to the altar. I mean, we’ve only had a couple of dates. Uh, but yes, I– I– I want you to meet her.

Liam: Oh, look at you.

Bill: What?

Liam: You’re just– The way– You’re just– You’re smiling like a dope, I swear. I’m just like, “This is my dad now.”

Bill: Yeah, okay. Yes, she makes me, uh, smile. Well, now, now I gotta meet her. Well, you’re– you– you will. I mean, I certainly hope you will. I don’t know why you wouldn’t. I wanna to get closer to Poppy, you know. Hell, I– I wanna learn everything there is to learn about each other’s families.

RJ: You’re worried, aren’t you?

Luna: Yeah. I’m second-guessing leaving my mom alone with Aunt Li. I mean, she can be so cruel.

RJ: I mean, your mom can stand up for herself.

Luna: Well, she shouldn’t have to. I mean, this is none of her business, but Aunt Li always finds a way to bully herself into other people’s lives.

RJ: Yeah, like telling you you couldn’t intern here.

Luna: Yes, exactly. And what, now she’s harassing my mom about who she can and can’t date? I mean, my mom doesn’t need her sister’s permission, and she certainly doesn’t have to justify or explain her past with Bill Spencer.

Li: You should be ashamed.

Poppy: Ashamed? Seriously? Because Luna doesn’t know her father? Hey, I did just fine raising her on my own.

Li: No, no, ashamed for all the men you’ve chased. Okay, the one-night stands, the countless guys you’ve duped into sleeping with you.

Poppy: Oh, wait, no, I see. Ashamed of having blood pulsing through my veins, of wanting human connection or sharing intimacy or passion?

Li: Say all the words, pretty words you want to describe your immoral behavior, but Penelope, it doesn’t change who you are or what you’re doing.

Poppy: Okay, well, I don’t know what’s so immoral about two consenting adults finding pleasure in–

Li: Two consenting strangers who will never see each other again. This is not how we were raised, Penelope.

Poppy: Well, you make it sound like I have a different man in my bed every night, which couldn’t be further from the truth. And some, I do see again, by the way. Bill Spencer, for example.

Li: Oh, God, no, I still can’t believe you slept with him back in the day. Of course I can. He’s got the one quality you love the most. Money.

Poppy: Oh, come on.

Li: Nothing will come out of this, Penelope. You hear me? Nothing.

Liam: So, uh, does Poppy have, like, a big family? I mean, I know you mentioned the daughter who’s– who’s interning at Forrester Creations. How is– uh, how’s she doing over there?

Bill: What I understand, she’s blowing everybody away. Listen, I’m telling you, Luna is a very impressive young woman.

RJ: Still think it’s pretty wild hearing you say that.

Luna: Say what?

RJL Just that your mom has a past. With Bill Spencer.

Luna: Well, what’s even more wild is that they found each other again, after all these years have gone by.

RJ: Yeah. What’s it been? It’s been, like, years?

Luna: Yeah. Yeah, I mean, it goes way back, like, before I was even born.

Li: You and Bill Spencer may have had your wild night of passion decades ago, but it’s ancient history.

Poppy: Oh, I don’t know. The way he’s talking to me… Guy’s into me, Li.

Li: He’s Kelly’s grandfather.

Poppy: Oh, I see. Think I’m too young to be dating a grandfather?

Li: No, Penelope, I’m saying he’s off-limits. Besides, he’s way out of your league. Don’t get your hopes up. Nothing good could ever come out of this relationship with Bill Spencer.

Poppy: Nothing good will come of Bill and me?

Li: What’s the matter? Did I offend you?

Poppy: You wanna know something?

Li: What?

Poppy: I wish you’d be a little less judgmental.

Li: And I wish you would give me less to be judgmental about. Honestly, being your sister has been exhausting. Always has been.

Poppy: Oh, because growing up in your shadow wasn’t a daily thrill?

Li: Excuse me?

Poppy: Yeah, okay. You have been critical to me ever since I was a little kid and getting angry at me over the silliest thing.

Li: Penelope, it was never about anger! It was always about what I wanted the best for you. I wish you’d take life more seriously. Your studies, have a goal or two. But all you cared about was boys and concerts and partying.

Poppy: I like to have fun. That doesn’t mean I don’t have goals.

Li: No, gold-digging doesn’t count. Listen, I don’t care that you and Bill shared a torrid night of passion years ago. It’s not happening again. I won’t allow you to sleep your way into Kelly’s grandfather’s life.

Li: I gotta say, it’s just so cool, you and Poppy reconnecting after all this time.

Bill: It’s very cool. And random. And what are the chances that we’d be in the exact same restaurant at the exact same time?

Liam: Well, I mean, the chances aren’t that low, right? It’s Il Giardino. You go all the time. It’s right down the street from Forrester. Poppy’s daughter works at Forrester. I’m messing with you. It’s totally a fluke and it’s amazing that it happened, and I’m really happy for you.

Bill: Thank you, son. Wow, I mean for somebody who’s not about fate and all that nonsense…

Liam: I know. It’s like–

Bill: Poppy comes back into my world -plus years later.

Liam: Like, this woman just, like, blasts from the past and then all of a sudden, she’s right in front of you again.

Bill: All right. Don’t try to put me in some kind of rom-com.

Liam: I love it. I love it. You deserve your own rom-com, Dad. It’s– Come on. Listen, this, um… This is not an accident that this woman and you have reconnected now.

RJ: You were there, right? When your mom and Bill reconnected?

Luna: Yeah, at Il Giardino. He just approached our table.

Bill: He said he, uh… He recognized your mom, but he couldn’t quite place her or something like that?

Luna: Yeah, I mean, understandably. It had been so long. I mean, at first, it seemed like my mom didn’t even know what he was talking about.

RJ: But then… She like suddenly was like, “Oh, it all came back to me,” something like that?

Luna: I mean, I guess so. I’m not quite sure. I mean, my mom didn’t really wanna talk about it. Why? What were you thinking? Tell me what’s going on in that handsome head of yours.

RJ: I don’t know. I just… I just find it interesting. You know, that two people recognized each other after that amount of time, and, I don’t know, they only saw each other for one night at– at a music festival that was, you know, probably pretty dark and loud, and, let’s face it, you know, one or maybe two of them might have been slightly inebriated. I mean, it’s just, I don’t know. Who’d remember somebody after that amount of time? It just makes you wonder if there was something more maybe going on.

Luna: More going on? What– what are you…

RJ: Well, maybe something happened between the two of them all those years ago.

Poppy: Li, please know that I’m saying this with the utmost love and respect for you. Butt out.

Li: This is my life you’re messing with.

Poppy: No, it’s my life, and I will date who I want, I will sleep with who I want.

Li: Not when it affects my son’s family. It’s bad enough that Luna’s working at Forrester Creations and dating Steffy’s brother. Oh, what’s the matter, Penelope? Did you get jealous? Felt like you wanted to show her up? Yeah? By finding an even richer man for yourself?

Poppy: All right, that is a horrible thing to say.

Li: Horribly true. Like mother, like daughter. That girl turned out just like you, didn’t she? Making moves on poor, unsuspecting RJ.

Poppy: Well, like you said, Bill isn’t poor, and nor is he unsuspecting.

Li: I’m not letting you worm your way into Finn and Steffy’s life any further. I shudder to think of the damage you’d cause if, God forbid, Bill started bringing you around.

Poppy: Imagine. We could be step-grandmothers together. Although I don’t think I’d go by “Grandma.” I’ll choose something a little more youthful. “Nana,” maybe? “Lola”?

Li: Save it for when Luna has a child. You’re not going near Kelly or Hayes. You may have a past with Bill, but it’s over. Cut your ties. There’s absolutely no reason why you should see or speak to him again.

Bill: I am so glad that Poppy has come back into my world. And, yeah, Liam, I guess sometimes life does just happen. Well, I’m glad it’s happening to you, because you deserve it.

Bill: Thank you. And Poppy seems to have a really good one, too.

Liam: A good one what?

Bill: A good life.

Liam: Oh.

Bill: I mean, she seems very relaxed and happy, and she’s got this wonderful daughter. Uh, I don’t think they always had it easy, though. Which is not necessarily a bad thing. I mean, I know from my own experience, not growing up with much can really make you driven to succeed.

Liam: And is that something you recognize in Poppy’s daughter? Yeah, she’s very smart, and, well, I’d say she’s tenacious.

Liam: What’s the, um– What’s the deal with the dad? Is he in the picture?

Bill: Never was. Luna doesn’t even know who her father is.

Luna: RJ, what are you getting at?

RJ: Well, I’m just saying that, you know, I have a hard time remembering people that I met, like, two weeks ago, let alone two decades ago. And, you know, your mom’s very pretty. I’m sure she made a very big impression on Bill. So, maybe there was more than, you know, just dancing going on that night?

Luna: You think my mom and Bill Spencer… I knew that they had history years ago, but RJ, you think my mom and Bill Spencer hooked up together?

Poppy: Thank you. Hello?

Bill: Poppy, it’s– it’s Bill.

Poppy: How are you?

Bill: Um, I’m– I’m great. I was just– I was just thinking about you and talking about you as well.

Poppy: Oh, really?

Bill: To my son, Liam.

Poppy: Does he have a beach house you wanna show me too?

Bill: Well, he actually did at one time, but, you know, that’s another story. I still cannot believe that Luna and RJ almost walked in on us the other night. That was a close call.

Poppy: Don’t remind me. Regardless, I had an amazing time with you. I would like to do it again. And I hope you feel the same way. Something wrong?

Poppy: Not with you. I thoroughly enjoyed our night together. It’s, um… It’s my sister. She’s so judgmental. She called me a gold-digger.

Bill: Well, it actually is funny, because I’m the one pursuing you. It’s not the other way around. When I was talking to my son about you, he got me thinking.

Poppy: About?

Bill: I can’t stop thinking about you. And– and I feel like there are forces at work that– that brought us back into each other’s lives for a reason.

Poppy: Well, I don’t know about forces, but things definitely happen for a reason.

Bill: Yes, exactly. We’ve been given an incredible opportunity. And I hope you won’t let your sister’s rudeness compromise that. I wanna spend more time with you. I wanna get to know you better. I wanna get to know your daughter better. I want you to meet my sons. I mean, Liam is really excited to meet you. Well, he just kept reiterating that we’ve been brought back together for a reason.

Poppy: I think he may be right.

Luna: Oh, that kind of freaks me out, thinking about my mom and Bill Spencer, like… At a concert?

RJ: I’m sorry, I don’t mean to paint that picture inside of your head.

Luna: Well, you did, Michelangelo, and now I can’t get it out of my head. I mean, I don’t think that’s what… There’s no actual way that… Why did you bring this up?

RJ: Well, because, you know, you told me that you don’t know who your father is, and…

Luna: I haven’t needed a father. I just always appreciated my mom raising me.

RJ: No, I know. I totally– I get that, you know? The relationship that you two have is great. It’s you two against the world.

Luna: Yeah. For as long as I can remember.

RJ: But, you know, all that time, it could have been the three of you.

Luna: I mean, it’s not that big of a deal. You know, I never felt bad about myself or felt like I was missing out on anything. If anything, I felt bad for my mom. You know, I often thought about how different her life would be if my dad was in the picture and contributing. I don’t know. Every time I brought him up, she would get, like, super distant and shut down.

RJ: So your mom’s never told you any information about your dad?

Luna: Nope. Just that I was made from love.

RJ: Well, if that’s true, you know, whoever your dad is, it’s got to be someone who’s really special to your mom. It’s got to be someone who made a really big impact on her.

Luna: Yeah. I hope so. I mean, that’s how I found comfort over the years. If you do the math with when Bill and your mom met at this music festival — like, over years ago, and– and the fact that they don’t– you know, they haven’t forgotten each other, you know, it just got me thinking– Look, I don’t wanna sound crazy, okay, I don’t want you to wig out, but with how old you are and how long ago they both met at that music festival, when they were connecting there…

Luna: Oh, my God. Are you saying what I think you’re saying?

RJ: What if it’s true, Luna? What if Bill Spencer is your father?

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GH Transcript Thursday, January 25, 2024

Posted on January 25, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

So, what do you think? Elegant but not fussy. That’s exactly what I wanted. Uh, now, uh, there’s already one celebration here tonight. This will be just one more. What about that other thing that I wanted? Yes. That’ll be ready to go in about minutes. Perfect. Wow! The woman you’re doing this for must be very special. She is very special… …indeed. And I’m not gonna be home in time to tuck you in tonight. Because I’m at work. Working. [ Chuckles ] Okay. I’ll do my best, sweetheart. alright? You be good for the babysitter. I love you, too. I love you so much. Okay. Bye-bye. Is Violet okay? Oh… She told me to, um, save a lot of lives. Depending how this trial goes… I may not be able to save lives anymore. [ Knock on door ] Thank you for coming. I had to… if only to mark this unprecedented occasion. Okay, so, counting weeks since the date of conception, my niece, or nephew, is going to be a Libra, an air sign, which means they’re going to be intelligent and curious, just like you and TJ! [ Laughs ] And… [ Knock on door ] Oh. Hey. You called at a good time. My last two patients rescheduled. What’s — What’s going on? Kristina, are you okay? Kristina’s pregnant. I-It worked? It worked. We’re gonna be parents! [ Laughs ] [ Chuckles ] Are you sure there is only hours in a day? Because I am pretty sure that defense attorney had us on the stand for longer than that. I don’t think I’ve ever quite been cross-examined to that degree. It would have been faster if we reenacted the entire crime and investigation for the jury. Yeah, but then that defense attorney couldn’t have asked me the same question like times. I almost would have rather Diane Miller cross-examine me. Mnh! I said “almost.” Hm. Oh. I gotta find Esme Prince, bring her in for a statement. Laura: You’ll have to do more than that if we’re gonna keep Port Charles safe.

So, Heather told me she wants Esme to go to prison. Wow. Never thought I’d agree with Heather Webber on anything. She wants her daughter to be close to her so she can look after her. Well, she’s not gonna be looking after her if she’s in prison; the state will. Okay, so, according to Heather, Esme came to visit her as soon as Ace was taken, and Heather tried to convince her to run away before they could reinstate the charges against her. And Esme said no, and she said it was because of Ace, but Heather thinks it’s because she wants revenge. Takes a psycho to know a psycho. So Spencer was right. Esme remembers everything. Yes. Heather confirmed it. She’s not the most reliable, though. I mean, Heather Webber has zero credibility. She has to be working an angle. Agreed. She is not to be trusted. But I think that in her own crazy way, Heather seems to genuinely care about her daughter. She seems determined to save her. Great. Esme almost hurt a lot of people, and that was before she wanted payback. Yeah, and now she’s desperate and she has nothing to lose. We’ve got to arrest her. No matter what, we’ve got to arrest her before she does something terrible. I’m sorry, Laura. We can’t do that. Brick: I have to say… the deputy mayor was the last person I expected to call asking me for a meeting. I reached out as a private citizen. A private citizen who used to be the police commissioner. Let it go — for the purposes of this conversation at least. Okay, okay. So why am I here? I’ve been working on a project — off the books. Okay? Have a seat. I’m looking for someone with a tech prowess who can also keep a secret. I thought you’d be the perfect man for the job. Mm. “Perfect man.” “Prowess.” So much flattery packed into a couple of sentences. Not that I mind. Can we talk about this? Okay, okay. So let’s talk about why you feel you can’t trust the PCPD with this project. I can’t involve the PCPD. It could put them in a bad spot. But you don’t mind dragging me into this? Well, you are the bad spot. [ Chuckles ] Okay. I appreciate the directness. But maybe we should lean towards the flattery again. You’re a known associate of Sonny Corinthos. I’m aware of your skill set, and I know you can be discreet. You seem to know a lot about me. Yeah, well, we have a file. So glad you went through the trouble. What’s in the file? That’s classified. Good stuff usually is. So, what’s the mission… should I choose to accept it?

Well, I see you brought backup. Sonny and Alexis? [ Chuckles ] No. I ran into them outside. But considering the way our last date went, backup might have been a good idea. Well, I’m hoping we can put all that behind us tonight. I hope so, too. Well, you look especially beautiful this evening. Ooh, you’re off to a rousing start. This is lovely, Robert. I kind of wanted to show you just how much you do mean to me. ♪ Give it up to me, baby ♪ Oh. Oh, I love this song. Was that your doing, too? It was. [ Laughs ] Would you care to dance? No. Uh, no? Mnh-mnh. I thought all women loved guys that…danced. Well, that certainly depends on the woman. I do. But, then again, I’m a fabulous dancer, despite my penchant for leading. No, I don’t want a, um — I don’t want a dance partner tonight. Well, whatever you’re looking for, tell me, and it’s yours. [ Laughs ] Okay. An apology. Let me know if you need anything else. Thank you, N’neka. Thanks. So, I was at this convention out of town. It started early. It ran late. And then I got a ride-share, and he dropped me two blocks from here. And I didn’t want to miss Spencer, so I ran all the way — for nothing. What about you? Well, I had some business to take care of. I missed the party, but I said my goodbyes outside. Thanks for keeping me company. I really wasn’t looking forward to going home anyway because I’d go home and I’d think about all the things I have to do, and then I’d worry about everything. I don’t think you were in much of a rush to get home, either, were you? Well, you know, I’m gonna go there after I-I leave here. I saw Kristina the other day. Really? I take it you two haven’t spoken lately? I-I’m just respecting some boundaries, you know. Ahh. Sort of taking a step back since I think I overstepped. You overstepped? I know. It’s hard to believe, isn’t it? Well, I think it’s a good thing that you’re taking a step back. It’s not like I have a choice. Well, whatever the reason, it’s a good thing. I hope so. Because it’s killing me.

I can’t stop smiling! Me neither! We’re gonna have a baby! Molly, we’re gonna have a baby! Thank you, Kristina! Thank you! Aww. Please. I’m just honored to be a part of this. Y-You are so much more than that. You’re making this wonderful thing happen for us. We’ll never be able to thank you enough. The look on your faces right now, that is all the thanks I need. You might feel differently during labor. [ Laughter ] How are you feeling? Really. Like, don’t hesitate to tell your OB if you’re feeling, you know, any — Whoa, whoa. Hey. You don’t have to be a doctor right now, TJ. Just be a dad. It’s okay. I’m gonna be a dad. You’re gonna be a dad! [ Laughs ] I can’t wait to hold the baby and smell that little baby smell. And play airplane while we — while we feed our baby mashed bananas and smile like absolute idiots! While we wipe the mashed bananas off our baby’s face and — Hair and… And it’s gonna get on the floor and on the chair. [ Laughter ] What’s wrong? I-I can’t help but think that we got excited like this before, that we talked about this before, and it — it didn’t work out. Violet will love you no matter what job you have. She thinks you hung the moon. And I happen to think she’s right. And I am convinced you’re gonna win this lawsuit. I’m grateful for your conviction. I… I wish I shared it. You know? But… Tomorrow, my trial starts, and my future will be in the hands of people in a jury box. people who have never practiced medicine. Well, apparently all they care about whether I am nice or likable. I mean, how do I defend myself without coming across as defensive? How do I share my medical expertise without being arrogant? You are passionate about your job. You care deeply about your patients. That will come through. And in the end, those people are gonna wish you were their doctor. How can you be so confident? Because I am inspired by you every day. The nicest thing you ever said to me. I couldn’t imagine going through this without you.

Martin: Oh! [ Knock on door ] Apologies. Including for the late arrival. I’m afraid it was unavoidable. Now, why did you need to see me? But we’re using a new surrogate now. I mean, what are the odds it happens to us twice? It can happen to anyone, Molls. The first trimester’s so delicate.. Okay. Uh… come here, both of you. Listen. You’re not spiraling down this rabbit hole, okay? You have to just have a little faith a-and just take a breath. You’re right. Yeah. You’re right. None of us know what the future holds. But if the worst case scenario does happen, then we’re gonna handle it, the three of us, together. And if and when you’re ready, we can try again. Most importantly, we’re a team now. If I haven’t said it before, you are a rock star, Kristina. I know. My sister is just like me, only better. [ Chuckles ]

I mean, it’s not like I haven’t talked to the girls at all. It’s just I sort of keep the conversation light and superficial because I, you know — I want to be careful not to alienate them. You shouldn’t worry so much. Why? Do you know something that I don’t know? Have you spoken to Kristina? Okay. I’m not gonna break any confidence here, but I believe she knows that your heart was in the right place. Oh. Good. I appreciate that. You know, but I think she would prefer that I keep my distance. I’m gonna respect that and not push. No — No matter how badly you want to? Molly is gonna be a mom. Right. And Kristina is gonna carry her baby. I mean, what could go wrong? So I’m just gonna bring joy into their lives and — and enjoy their journey. You have to keep following their lead, you know? Um, look what happened to me. I, you know… lost my family because of the pain that I caused them. You don’t want that in your life. I just want to reiterate this — this one thing again. The laws regarding fertility and reproduction, they’re like the Wild West, specifically — You know how many times you’ve said this to me already? You think I’m neurotic, don’t you? And you — and you just want me to shut up and be a grandma. No, you already said your concerns with the girls. Just move on. I’m trying. I really am. [ Cellphones ringing ] Molly. Kristina. [ Cellphones ringing ] I know I asked you here, but I have to go. Too bad. We were just getting to know each other’s files. We’re not gonna talk about me. And I’m already familiar with your file. Is that right? Ever wonder about the stuff that’s not in the files? I can live with the mystery. Really? I would have expected the opposite. I’ve been defying expectations my whole life. Hm. I’d love to hear a lot more about that. Hm. I’ve been in touch with a contact. They were supposed to provide me with some information and reach out with a location, but I haven’t heard back. And you’d like me to track your contact down. They may have broken off contact because of certain… complications. What kind? The federal kind. What exactly is the nature of this “project”? I can’t tell you. Oh. I see. So let me get this right. You want me to put my neck on the line — with certain agencies, I might add — but you don’t want to tell me why. It’s better for everyone if I don’t. I recall you using words like “discreet” and “knows how to keep a secret” just minutes ago. I did. And I meant it. Good. Because I do know how to keep all secrets — past, present, and future. I don’t doubt that. But I need to keep the circle of trust small. For now. If you do this for me, I’ll owe you a favor as deputy mayor, no questions asked. I do love being owed, but I’m gonna want inside that small circle — soon. Mm-hmm. One step at a time. Okay. Let’s start by triangulating your contact’s whereabouts. I’m not giving you my phone. I don’t need your phone. Just your number.

Don’t abuse it. Wouldn’t dream of it.

Yeah. Gotcha now. So, look, if the D.A. can reinstate some or all of the charges against Esme — the assault, the obstruction — then we can get a warrant for arrest. Yeah, and I’ve already talked to Robert about it. He’s got one of his ADAs writing it up right now. They’re hoping to get a judge to sign off on that tonight. Well, that’s great. We wait for them, and then we make a move. Isn’t there anything that we can do in the meantime? Heather really made it seem like Esme was primed to do something drastic. I could bring her in on some false pretense and see if I get her to spill about the stuff she did with Cameron and Joss and Trina, and maybe that’d be enough to hold her for hours or at least long enough for Robert to establish the charges again. hours in custody is better than nothing. Yeah, but the problem is, Esme hasn’t been charged with a crime. Visiting her mother. I mean, that’s not illegal. Nikolas, on the other hand, he is a fugitive. He held Esme prisoner for months. He’s facing charges of kidnapping and assault. He’s got Esme’s child. I mean, in the eyes of the law, Esme is gonna be looked at as the victim here. Well, then we should tell her that. And, by the way, I don’t want her to be badgered or bullied in any way. I just want her contained so that she’s safe from herself until we can get all of this other stuff sorted out. I’m gonna go with you as backup. Yeah. Me too. I really think I can talk her off the ledge. Let’s just hope she hasn’t already disappeared. Look, I know you’re nervous, but your trial starts tomorrow. My advice is, a light workout and an evening doing something you enjoy. You know, as long as it has nothing to do with the lawsuit or medicine. Cook a good meal. Watch a game. Maybe Parcheesi. Or listen to music. Fact is, you’re as prepared as you’re ever gonna be, and worrying about things that haven’t happened yet, it’s counterproductive. I know. As much as I’d like to take your advice, we found something that might help the defense. And I’m just hearing about it now? Well, we weren’t sure it would do any good. I mean, we’re still not. And why don’t you let me be the judge? Dennis Muldoon saw a doctor in Beechers Corners months before he ever approached me. I-I’m sorry for upsetting you. Shall we dance? [ Chuckles ] You’re sorry for what exactly? For… …upsetting you, of course. Well, yes, yes. Of course. Absolutely. Because…? Uh, I have no idea what I did. Not a clue? Not an inkling? Um, well, I’m not a mind reader. Oh. “This time, we have the DNA evidence to connect Corinthos to a crime and finally put the bastard away. Your guy’s going down… love. And there’s not a thing you can do about it.” You say it like that, I guess it sounds a tad aggressive. Oh. I’m sorry. Was there a more lighthearted, festive version you wanted to relay? I’m — I’m confused. I — We enjoy sparring with one another. I love sparring with you, Robert. That wasn’t sparring. That crossed a line. Forget crossed. It blew right past it. I-I’m still confused. And I’m confused why. None of that was about you. I’m talking about Sonny. I’m talking about taking down a defendant in court. Frankly, I’m not sorry about any of that. Well, you two have great timing. We were together when you called. Oh. That’s convenient. We ran into each other at The Savoy. -Uh-huh. -I’m sorry. You two were hanging out at The Savoy? Well, you know, we don’t typically hang out, but, you know, when I’m with your dad, he is… Amazing. I — So, we were just saying bye to Spencer. Oh, right. Yes. He and Trina are off to Paris. [ Knock on door ] That’s probably my mom. Hey, Mom. Hi, baby. [ Chuckles ] Aww. Well, it looks like the gang’s all here. -Indeed we are. -Hi, Jordan. -Hi. -Hi. Thank you for coming. I know this was a — It was a spur-of-the-moment thing. Uh, but we have some news we wanted to share with you, and we didn’t want to wait. The procedure worked, and I am pregnant with Molly and TJ’s baby. I mean, obviously, we’re gonna confirm it with a blood test, but… Congratulations to all of you. Congratulations, Memaw. [ Laughs ] -Don’t ruin this. -Okay. Okay. Dr. Sawyer could only speak in hypotheticals, but she did say had she evaluated a patient similar to Muldoon, she would have referred him to an oncologist, but we don’t know if Muldoon ever followed up on that referral. And let me guess. You waited until the th hour to tell me because this Dr. Sawyer isn’t willing to go on the record? She skirted the line, but she definitely said enough without confirming. we don’t even know the name of the oncologist that Muldoon was supposed to see. Yeah, and for now, it just seems like a dead end. Not necessarily. There is one avenue we could explore. So you didn’t actually mean your apology? Well, I-I’m — I’m sorry for being unnecessarily harsh, but it’s my job to put men like Sonny away. [Chuckling] No, no. Not just “men like Sonny.” Sonny! It has become abundantly obvious that you have a personal and — I might add, highly unprofessional — vendetta against my client! [ Scoffs ] Do I enjoy watching a known racketeer hide behind family, friends, hell, even the mayor? No, I don’t. But unlike Sonny, I work within the law. Now, I can’t prosecute unless I’ve got evidence. This time, I had evidence. And you couldn’t wait to use it. Here’s the crux of my problem, Robert. You gloated. Tell me something, Diane. Are you offended by the fact that… I might win or that Sonny might lose? I’m so happy that this is finally happening for you. Are you, though? Tell me the truth, Mom. Are you actually happy this is happening?

No sign of Esme. I checked her desk, the break room, the lunch room. I’m running out of rooms. Well, maybe she’s gone for the day. Maybe Alexis knows where she is. Alexis? Kevin?! Oh, my God. -Kevin? -I’m gonna call dispatch. Oh. He — He’s still breathing. Yeah, he has a pulse. We’ve got to get him to the hospital! Yeah. Kevin, can you hear me? Kevin, please. Wake up. There you are. What happened, honey. Tell me. I know the names of several private investigators who could help us out, including Sam McCall. Hmm. One way or another, I’m gonna get somebody looking for this unspecified oncologist tonight. Risk of sounding like a cliché, if there’s a chance that Muldoon had an inkling he had cancer, that would blow your case wide open. E-Even if we do find this oncologist, we don’t know if they can provide anything that would help the case. You leave that to me. Worry about the things you can control — namely your testimony, your effect on the jury when you’re up on that stand. And for God’s sake, remember… only answer the question asked. I don’t want you to elaborate or help out. No information is offered unless explicitly asked about. You got it? I — Yeah, I g– Look, you and Alexis have been abundantly clear, yes. Good. ‘Cause your testimony is either gonna save you… or it’s gonna damn you. I am always forever on your side, your side, and your side. I’m thrilled for both of you. Hm. Can you believe it? [ Laughs ] -Thank you. -Congratulations. You have to know how happy I am that my daughter found the perfect partner. I got pretty lucky, too. You’re gonna be great parents. Yes, they are. Okay. I have to add that during this early stage of our pregnancy, we’re not telling anyone that’s not in this room that we’re pregnant. [ Cellphone rings ] Excuse me… So we’ll make a big announcement after the first trimester. Nobody is gonna know anything until you say so. Thank you. How about a toast? I bought a bottle of nonalcoholic champagne just for this occasion. -That sounds perfect. -Yeah. Right? I’m gonna have to take a rain check. What’s going on? Uh, just an incident at work. What happened? Is everything okay? Everything will be fine. Listen. This is a beautiful night. Don’t let this moment ruin it. I love you. And you.

You’ve lost me. I don’t understand the distinction. Because no attorney likes to lose. There’s an impartial nature here between the attorney/client relationship. Where did you go to law school? That is absolutely not true. I am extremely partisan. I am my client’s advocate. Oh, come on. You’ve had the better of me in court more than once. You’re as smart as a whip. Too smart to know that someone like Sonny is innocent of all the charges he’s faced over the years. Look, it doesn’t matter what I believe or what I know or what I understand. It is my duty, it is my obligation as a defense attorney to provide the most vigorous, the best defense possible, one that is rooted in logic and evidence for my clients. Anything less, and I’m derelict in my duty. Come on. This is a whole lot more than just a client getting a vigorous defense. Why is it that I feel like you want me to say something? No. No? I just want your honesty. Okay. Is Sonny your…client… or is that murdering bastard your friend? Sonny Corinthos is one of my best friends. Now, does that change the way you look at me? Was Esme Prince in this morning? Yeah, I-I saw her when I came in. She seemed fine. Nothing out of the ordinary. Although I don’t think she would have clocked in till after I left. Does she have access to your office? Yeah, she does, but so does the cleaning staff. Why is Esme your focus? Detective! I found something. “Your testimony could damn you”? What happened to Finn having a relaxing evening? Well, forgive me. I don’t mean to sound alarmist. I’d hate to hear you if you did mean it. As discussed, it is almost certain that Ms. Miller is going to raise questions about your substance abuse. But he’s been sober for years. His past addiction can’t be used against him now, can it? Well, if it is, I will object on the grounds of medical privacy. But there’s a chance I could be overruled. The judge will allow Ms. Miller to ask you questions about your drug use. So not only do I have to defend myself as a doctor, I have to defend my sobriety, as well. Forewarned is forearmed. If those questions get asked, you just answer truthfully but forcefully. The fact is, the court is only gonna have your word for it that you were sober when you treated Muldoon. And in the end, that’s all this trial is really about, Finn. You just make sure when you’re on that stand the jury gets to meet the man I know you to be, and you’ll win. Diane, I see you as a sharp, passionate woman. Well, we have that in common, at least. And I admire your desire to go that — that extra distance for your clients. I mean, that — that’ll never change. But you don’t approve of my friendship with Sonny. You know what he’s done. I guess I can’t understand how you can look past that. Well, I would think it’s similar to how you can look past all the blood on Anna’s hands. That’s different. How is that different? Well, she’s the mother of my child. Sonny also has children, but I guess that doesn’t give him a special dispensation as far as you’re concerned? Well, what about Holly? What about her? As far as I know, she didn’t bear any of your children, but you can look past all of her alleged crimes. [ Scoffs ] Look. I can’t be responsible for everyone I ever went out with. No one’s asking you that, Robert. I also am not judging you. Because I know that there is more to both Anna and Holly than meets the eye, just as there is more to Sonny. So…can you accept that I am friends with him without holding it against me? Can you accept that it’s my mission to put people like him away? And if I can’t? Want to make a toast. Having a child can be difficult at times. But it’s one of the most incredible experiences a person can have. And I just want to say to you that I’m just so happy that you’re gonna be able to share in the joy of watching your child grow up just like I did. To all of you and to my new grandchild. -Cheers. -Cheers.

[ Monitor beeping ] [ Door closes ] How’s my husband? He’s stable. I’m sending him for tests now. Okay. Uh, can I see him first? Just for a minute. Okay.

Oh, Kevin, my love. Please come back to me. Please, Kevin. I need you… …to tell me what I already know in my bones that it was Esme who did this. I promise you. I will bring her to justice. Oh, Kevin. We still have so much things we want to do together. And I… I don’t want to do one more minute of this life without you. Hey, Chase. You find anything? Yes, a letter to Esme from a woman named Maggie. Maggie Fitzgerald? That was Esme’s old nanny. Yeah, she said she took a position with another family and she wants Esme to come visit. -Where? -Toronto. If y’all forgive me, I’m gonna track down Sam, get her looking for that mystery oncologist. Deep breath. Deep breath. [ Breathes deeply ] Ah. So much for a relaxing evening. Well, it’s not over yet. There’s still time. Wait. Wait. Where do you suggest? Well, my boys are having a sleepover, which means my house is empty. I can cook you dinner. We can listen to music. Or you can listen to the game. Music. Always music. Maybe something from that playlist you made when we drove to Vermont. Oh. And then after that… who knows? You any good at Parcheesi? I’m excellent… at Parcheesi… and a lot of things. I guess we’ve reached an impasse. Robert… I would never ask you to apologize for who you are and what you do. I don’t want you to apologize for caring about Sonny. Okay. What happens if we can never fully see eye-to-eye on this issue? Where does that leave us? Look, I know I’m not always good at expressing myself in these things, but I-I really do care about you. I feel the same way. And I’m not gonna give up on what we’re building. Well, there’s really only one solution. Let’s hear it. We leave Sonny and the clients in the courtroom. Totally accept those terms. Absolutely. Did you notice that, uh… I left out “where they belong” at the end of the last sentence? I did notice that. Thank you, Robert. I appreciate that. See? We can do this. [ Laughs ] Yes, we can. You know I’m gonna spoil this baby like crazy, right? -I won’t even try to stop you. -[ Laughs ] Very proud of you. You gave TJ and Molly an incredible gift. Well, Molly is my sister, and I would do anything for her. You know that bond that you and your sister have? Any parent would pray to have that. And I want to tell you something, okay? I know you’re happy right now, but just know that the road’s not always gonna be without challenges. Anything you need — anything — you always come to your dad, okay?

Do you recognize this? Yeah, I kept that on my credenza. Okay. Does anything else look disturbed to you? It’s hard to say if I can’t go through everything. Do you really think Esme attacked Kevin? She’s our primary suspect, and I’ve got a bad feeling that she’s not gonna stop with Kevin. Spencer, it’s your grandmother. Listen. I know you’re on your way to Paris, but I need you to call me back as soon as you get this. It’s about Esme.

Uh, yeah. Let me know. [ Door closes ] Is, uh — Is Kevin awake yet? Not yet. I can’t stop thinking about how long he might have been lying there. Look… These are the best doctors here, right? They’re gonna take good care of him. Yeah. I want all that to be true. It is. Any word about Esme? Uh, yeah. We tracked her credit card. She used it to, uh, get a one-way bus ticket to Toronto. Any idea who she knows up there?

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Y&R Transcript Thursday, January 25, 2024

Posted on January 25, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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Summer: I mean, I am just loving this new dress collection. The fitted bodice, and then how it flares out at the waist. It just evokes such a carefree feeling.

Chelsea: And the sheer fabric and floral patterns are going to be the hottest ticket for the spring-summer collection.

Summer: We need to get marketing on this right away. I say that we reach out to a few of the top fashion magazines, give them a sneak peek. What do you think?

Chelsea: I think someone is in a very good mood today.

Summer: I have to admit, my life has taken a favorable turn for a change.

Chelsea: A favorable romantic turn, perhaps?

Chance: Hey, before we get into this meeting, I want to take a moment and I want to thank you.

Billy: You’re very welcome. For what?

Chance: Well, for taking me under your wing. Showing me the ropes around here, really. My transition into this whole world has been a lot smoother than I expected because of you.

Billy: Well, I’m old enough to remember you were not very excited about me being your mentor.

Chance: When I’m wrong, I am wrong and I’m willing to admit it.

Billy: That’s a good trait. You should keep that. Look, the truth is, Chance, you’ve made it easy. You’re observant. You pick up on the nuances. That’s a good thing. I think all that detective training is actually coming into good use.

Chance: Maybe, maybe. I also think when you spend a lifetime around something, it sort of seeps into your DNA. Now, I’ve got a new direction for my life. On several fronts.

Audra: Thank you.

Nate: Why, hello there. Having a little lunch?

Audra: As long as it’s in a glass.

Nate: What’s wrong?

Audra: Look, I’m fine. Okay, maybe not so fine.

Nate: Okay, um, what happened?

Audra: My plans to take over Jabot got blown sky high.

Nate: Why am I not surprised? And you shouldn’t be surprised either. You hooked your wagon to a scheme with Tucker McCall. How did you think that was–

Audra: Okay, spare me the lecture.

Nate: Why would you think you even had a shot at a powerhouse corporation like Jabot? Now, Tucker’s left you hanging out in the cold, hasn’t he?

Abby: Hello? Devon, I’m over here.

Devon: Sorry.

Abby: Daniel and Heather seem to have your full attention.

Devon: Yeah, they do. Is it just me or do you get a vibe between them that’s a little more than friendly?

Abby: It’s not just you. I’ve sensed it before.

Devon: Really?

Abby: But we can’t assume anything, right?

Devon: I mean, I can.

Abby: I’m sure it’s nothing big. They share a history and a child together.

Devon: Yeah, I know that’s true, but…

Abby: But, yeah, exactly. Do you think there’s something more going on?

Heather: Okay. Daniel, what is it? Are you, um, are you feeling self-conscious because Devon and Abby are here?

Daniel: Well, it’s a little awkward.

Heather: We’re not doing anything wrong. We’re just having lunch.

Daniel: I don’t think we can necessarily say that we’re not doing anything wrong. I mean, come on. This is an extension. This is a follow-up to what we did back at my place.

Heather: Right. So, what are you saying now that we’re back in the real world? You regret what we did?

Devon: Ever since Heather’s moved back to town, it’s been really hard to believe that Daniel doesn’t still have feelings for her. Because, I mean, that’s– that was the love of his life. And Lily told me that he was a wreck when she broke up with him and moved out of the country.

Abby: Well, it’s hard not to notice how much time they’ve been spending together. Especially with Lily being out of town.

Devon: I know.

Abby: How serious are things between Lily and Daniel?

Devon: I don’t– I don’t know exactly. I don’t think they’re madly in love with each other or anything like that. But he did move into her building. I thought that was pretty intense. You don’t usually do something like that if you plan on dating around. But, they haven’t put a label on their relationship. I just hope that he’s not playing games with Lily’s emotions again.

Daniel: I want to be clear about something.

Heather: Okay.

Daniel: I do not regret what happened between us. I mean, we still have something powerful and special. And that wasn’t me testing the waters. I mean, if I didn’t feel the way that I did, I wouldn’t have taken things as far as we did. Look, we were both there and it was…

Heather: Wonderful.

Daniel: Yes, it was. It– it is. I mean, you said you felt like it was meant to be. I don’t feel like you’re wrong.

Heather: Now, what matters is if and how we move forward. And I get that some part of you may– may be conflicted.

Daniel: Yes, Heather. A part of me is conflicted. I don’t want to feel like this guy. I’m not the guy that cheats.

Heather: Then don’t think of yourself as that guy. Think of yourself as the guy that is just about to get back everything that he lost.

Daniel: You know, all those years that we spent together, all that time raising Lucy, being there for each other when it all fell apart because of me. I had basically given up hope on us. You know, especially after you told me you were dating this other guy. Up until that point, everything that I did was to try and win you back. Obviously, I had to do it for myself. Obviously, I had to do it for Lucy, too. You know, there was no way around that, but you had moved on. And Lily, she was the person that helped me get through that.

Heather: Okay. Daniel, just tell me this. Do you and Lily share the same magic that we do?

Daniel: You know, today was incredible. It was– it was amazing. But can we do this again? I mean, can we do this again without screwing it up? Because… I don’t think either one of us can go through that again.

Billy: So, let me ask you a question, then. You’ve spent almost your entire life avoiding the corporate shark tank, yet here you are. And yeah, there’s an element of danger in this business, but it’s nothing compared to the real danger of law enforcement. You miss it out there?

Chance: Well, let me put it like this. When I wake up in the morning, I think about Chancellor-Winters. When I go to sleep at night, Chancellor-Winters. And the juices are already flowing, all right? I feel like I already have some good ideas.

Billy: New horizons. That’s a gift, to wake up inspired, to hit the ground running every morning.

Chance: Yeah, I’m totally feeling that.

Billy: Well, from my perspective, this was absolutely the right move for you. And for Chancellor-Winters and now that we’ve got our corporate leadership in place, this company’s going to thrive like never before.

Chance: I’m all in.

Billy: That’s great. Happy to hear that. So, why don’t you fill me in on the rest of it?

Chance: The rest of what?

Billy: You mentioned these new directions. Now, I know things ended with Sharon, but it’s important to have a work-life balance. So, is your personal life in as good a shape as your professional one?

Chelsea: So… this romantic turn of events, does it involve Chance, perhaps?

Summer: Maybe. But I want you to know that I had nothing to do with his and Sharon’s breakup. That happened all on its own. It had nothing to do with me.

Chelsea: No, I know. I– I’m not implying anything.

Summer: I mean, I know that it might seem a little bit fast, and Chance was shocked by the breakup. But then we started spending more time together and…

Chelsea: It must be going well because I’ve not seen you this cheerful in a very long time.

Summer: I am, aren’t I? I think that I forgot what this feeling was like or… I don’t know, maybe I thought that I outgrew it or something. But I seriously cannot wait to see what happens next. And we’re actually getting a late lunch today, and I’m excited just thinking about it.

Chelsea: Aw, you have the butterflies. I get it. It’s the best feeling ever. I’m actually going to see Billy for lunch soon, too.

Summer: Okay, so I’m not totally alone in this?

Chelsea: No, you’re not alone at all. I’m actually going to swing by and get him at Chancellor-Winters. You should come with me. We might as well go together.

Audra: Spare me the judgy tone, okay? I genuinely thought I could control the situation with good reason.

Nate: Oh, yeah? And, uh, what reason was that?

Audra: Tucker McCall. He’s as savvy as they come, and he has won a lot more battles than he’s lost. And Jabot is no more invincible than any other company. There’s always a way in.

Nate: Oh, you think so, do you?

Audra: If anyone could pull off a takeover, my money’s on Tucker. And it was a good plan. I had every reason to believe that it would be a successful and lucrative outcome.

Nate: And yet, it clearly didn’t work out for you.

Audra: Unfortunately, Tucker let his fixation on Ashley cause him to make some bad decisions. He let his personal concerns affect his professional decisions. I tried to warn him the whole deal could implode, but did he listen? No.

Nate: Don’t you think you’re much better off not being tied to the likes of Tucker McCall? Without trying to forcefully take over one of the world’s most prominent brands, owned by one of the country’s most powerful families?

Audra: It could have been done and it would have been amazing.

Nate: You don’t need schemes and corporate backstabbing to succeed, Audra. You’re talented and smart enough without all of that. Besides, you must be solid at Newman Media to have survived this long, with Nikki herself no less. Not an easy thing to do in that tight-knit environment.

Audra: Look, I’m not sure that’s gonna last. I may have overstepped with Nikki and blown the whole thing up.

Nate: Did Nikki somehow catch wind of your plans to jump ship for Jabot?

Audra: Hardly. There’s no way she could have found that out.

Nate: Then, it sounds like something else must have gone wrong.

Audra: You know, why should I confide in you anyway? You hate the Newmans. Don’t you think it would be counterproductive for me to expect any support or compassion from you?

Nate: Hold on, hold on. I may hate the way things ended with Victor, but I certainly don’t hate that family. And I still consider you a friend, right? Now, why would I try to sabotage either one of you? Is this about Nikki’s sobriety?

Billy: And then we can decide where we want to put it.

Chelsea: Hi.

Billy: Oh, hi, hello. Look at you, look at you.

Chelsea: Well, I thought I’d pick you up for our lunch date.

Summer: Hi. And since we had plans, I thought I’d meet you here.

Chance: Gosh, how lucky are we? Two beautiful ladies coming to take us to lunch.

Billy: Why don’t we go together?

Chelsea: Well, maybe they don’t want us to crash their lunch.

Chance: You wouldn’t be crashing, would they, Summer?

Summer: No, no, of course not. Let’s do it.

Billy: Great. Table for four it is.

Heather: I am not afraid, Daniel. I’m not– I’m not worried that we won’t make it or that failing would break us. Okay? We have an entire future ahead of us. We only took a pause from it. And now, we can get it back as a couple and as a family. I really, really believe that. Can you?

Daniel: Yeah. I mean, part of me does, you know. Even though, I’ve watched it all fall apart before. See, I– I look at you, though, and I just– I feel…

Heather: But Lily.

Daniel: The last thing I want to do is hurt her. I’d hate for Devon to say something to her before I get the chance to speak with her. I think that it has to come from me.

Heather: I agree. I think that’s what you have to do. You have to tell her yourself.

Daniel: Wow. You know, after everything that we’ve been through, I didn’t think in a million years that there was going to be another chance for us.

Heather: I swear, Daniel, when I came back to Genoa City, getting back together with you was not part of my plan.

Daniel: Mm. I’m not so sure about that.

Abby: You know what I think?

Devon: I’d love to know what you think.

Abby: I think we just need to let this play out and see what happens. Because maybe it’s nothing. Maybe they are just two parents reconnecting. And they’re spending more time together because they’re helping Lucy readjust to a new city.

Devon: Well, I’d like to think that I’m pretty good at reading people. And if I’m picking up on something and you’re picking up on the same thing, it’s a little hard to ignore.

Abby: Okay, but whatever’s going on between Daniel and Lily and Heather, it’s going to happen whether we get involved or not.

Devon: Yeah, I don’t like the sound of that.

Abby: I know. But Lily is a grown woman. And I love how protective you are of her, but this is their issue to resolve.

Devon: I don’t like the sound of that either.

Abby: I understand. But hey, why don’t we get back to talking about me and my bright new future on the Chancellor-Winters board?

Heather: Do you really believe that I came back here with the sole intention just to seduce you? To woo you back into bed?

Daniel: I, um… No, I mean, I don’t think that you had any kind of agenda, but… a lot has changed, you know?

Heather: Yeah, like you became the man I love again.

Daniel: Yes, there is that. You know, the relationship with the guy in Lisbon fell apart. Lucy wanted to move back here. And I’m sure she would be thrilled at the idea of having her parents back together again. So, it’s easy for me to see you possibly thinking, what if?

Heather: Okay, I can’t deny that. I mean, the more time that we spend together, the more I think about how it used to be. But can you blame me?

Daniel: You know, when you and Lucy left Savannah, I couldn’t believe that I’d lost you. And everything changed for me. I felt like my whole world was spinning out of control.

Heather: Walking away from you was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do.

Daniel: You know, every day, I thought, “What if I could do it all over again?” You know, what would I do different? How could I be better? How could I be more loving? What could I do to make it up to you and… I don’t know. Once it became painfully obvious that there was no longer any room for me in your life, I had to figure out how to get past all that and how to move on. But, still, every now and then, you know, I would hear that voice creep back in my head. What if I had it to do over again? And, I mean, right now that voice is just screaming louder and louder.

Heather: We can be magic again, Daniel. We just need to give ourselves the chance.

Audra: You know Nikki’s been drinking?

Nate: I actually witnessed it myself. I was alarmed because she had been sober for many years. But, she assured me she was getting help. Is she struggling to maintain control despite running Newman Media? Is that what you’re referring to?

Audra: I saw the signs. You know, my– my father was an alcoholic. He, uh, struggled with it his whole life. I tried to take care of him. But uh, that’s how I became an expert at knowing what to look for.

Nate: Wow. I’m sorry to hear that. That disease can destroy whole families, unfortunately.

Audra: Maybe I shouldn’t have said anything. You know, I told Nikki I knew about her history with the disease, about my father and I offered her my support. At first, I thought we bonded and that I could reach out to her as someone who understood and wanted to help. You know, but now I’m afraid that in the cool light of day, I may have overplayed my hand.

Nate: Isn’t it possible that maybe you’re overthinking this, just a bit?

Audra: I’m not so sure. I never should have revealed so much about myself. Having me around might make her uncomfortable and constantly on her guard, knowing my particular experience with her problem.

Nate: Okay, I guess that’s possible. Did she give you any indication that she feels that way?

Audra: Not really. But from now on, I think I just need to keep things purely professional. Just focus on doing the best job I can and staying out of anything personal. Do you think I screwed up by being so transparent with Nikki and offering my support?

Billy: Well, this was a good idea if I do say so myself.

Summer: I say so too.

Chance: Yeah, Billy’s got one or two good ideas up his sleeve. I’ve been learning so much from this guy, just watching him maneuver around the office.

Summer: I’m sure you brought a few maneuvers of your own.

Chance: Maybe a few, but I’m learning from the master.

Billy: That’s a good answer. That right there is exactly what’s going to make him a successful executive.

Chelsea: Well, here’s to Chance and his exciting new career.

Billy: Hear, hear.

Chance: Thank you.

Chelsea: Cheers, guys. This is a lot of fun. We should do it again sometime soon.

Chance: That depends. Do I get a corporate card?

Billy: Yes, you do, and the next one is on you.

Summer: Okay, great. I am starving. Should we order?

Chance: Yeah.

Summer: Have you had the spicy jambalaya yet? It’s fire in the best way.

Chance: I don’t think you can handle that kind of heat.

Summer: Oh, don’t challenge me to a chili eating contest. I would destroy you.

Billy: Sorry to interrupt, but Chance, did you get an opportunity to look at that analysis on the company that we’re looking to invest in?

Chance: Yeah, I did. I wanted to go through that with you one more time. I had some questions about the projected ROI.

Billy: That’s good. That’s exactly the right question to ask. Buying an established brand is always a little bit tricky. You know, there’s always going to be changes, but you don’t want so many changes that it’s going to turn off existing customers in order to get new ones.

Chance: You must’ve faced that when you bought out Marchetti. How’d you manage it?

Nate: Don’t you think you’re being a little paranoid yourself?

Audra: You know, maybe Nikki’s not thinking that way now, but I can see how this could go. If she keeps drinking, she won’t want me around knowing I can see right through her. Suddenly, she won’t need me in meetings. She’ll delegate to someone else, so she can keep me at a distance. Even if she stays absolutely sober, she’ll know I have a weakness. She’ll see me as flawed and not completely professional. She’ll know what my buttons are.

Nate: It really is painful for you, isn’t it?

Audra: Losing my credibility at work? It’s hell.

Nate: I mean the alcoholism. You’ve been traumatized by it before.

Audra: My point is, even if she sobers up again, Nikki’s drinking is not going to end well for me.

Daniel: Yeah, yeah, this is what we both want. I mean, this is what we deserve. This is what I have wanted since the day you left. A chance to get back what we lost.

Heather: It was never really lost. It was always right here. Just waiting for when the real you came back to us.

Daniel: Oh, my God. Can you believe this is actually happening, hm? Look, I want to be as honest and as upfront as I can about this, with everyone. The first thing I want to do is I want to tell Lily. I mean, I can’t hide this from her. Not while she’s out of town. That’d be wrong. I can’t move forward until she knows. I think I need to plan a little trip out to California so I can go have a face-to-face with her.

Heather: You and me. Finally.

Daniel: Finally.

Heather: I know this isn’t easy for you, though.

Daniel: Hey, man, um, do you have a minute? Can I– can I speak with you? In private?

Devon: So, what’s up?

Daniel: Um, I just, uh, I just want to clear the air and make sure that there’s no misunderstandings.

Devon: No misunderstandings? I hope you’re going to tell me that I’m reading more into what I’m seeing between you and Heather than there really is.

Daniel: No, I’m afraid not. Look, man, what’s happening with me and Heather, this wasn’t planned. You know, we weren’t expecting this, but this is real.

Devon: Mm. That’s great. That’s great.

Daniel: I’m planning on going out to California because I want to talk to Lily. I want to be as open and as honest as I possibly can be with her, and I’m hoping that you’ll agree that she should hear this from me.

Devon: Yeah, I do agree she should hear it from you. Absolutely. I’m just a little surprised that you’re actually admitting it to me and not telling me I’m misreading things.

Daniel: What am I going to do, man? I’m going to stand here and lie to you? I’m going to make excuses?

Devon: I don’t know, but I’m glad you’re not, because Lily deserves to know the truth.

Daniel: I agree.

Devon: Good.

Daniel: And hopefully, you’ll give me the opportunity to be the one to tell her.

Devon: Of course.

Daniel: Look, man, I– I care about your sister. I do. A lot. And I want what’s best for her, but Heather and I– We just… I don’t know, you know, our story’s not done. We still have chapters left that are unwritten.

Devon: That’s– that’s nice. Um, I guess I’m caught between appreciating you coming clean and wanting to hit you for cheating on my sister.

Daniel: You want to take a swing at me, you go ahead. I’m not going to fight you back.

Devon: I’m not going to hit you. I’ve been there, done that. It didn’t help.

Daniel: Look, I do have a question, you know, I’m hoping maybe you can answer.

Devon: What’s your question?

Daniel: Where’s Lily’s head at right now? You know, dealing with everything with Mattie?

Abby: So, I’m guessing that Daniel wanted to talk to Devon in private to discuss what’s going on between the two of you. He’s worried that your getting back together will break his sister’s heart. Is he right?

Chelsea: That’s exactly why. Well, Billy, thank you for treating.

Billy: My pleasure. Next one’s on Chance here. I think we got that on record.

Chance: Mm-hmm.

Summer: We even got some work done.

Chelsea: Yes. Thank you for your input about the spring men’s line. You have some great ideas.

Summer: Well, fall was great. Spring’s gonna be even better.

Chelsea: Yes. Speaking of fall, I recognize that jacket, Chance. I didn’t realize you were a fan of Marchetti?

Chance: Yeah, I have her to thank for that.

Summer: I’ll admit it. It was all me. I lured him in with some expert choices that were tailor-made for him.

Chance: And now she’s completely ruined every other label for me, so…

Chelsea: Aw.

Summer: I gotta get back to work.

Chance: You know what? I should probably do the same. The new kid can’t be taking long lunches already, huh?

Billy: Sure.

Chelsea: Well, this was fun.

Billy: All right, was fun. See you back there.

Chelsea: I’ll see you soon. Bye.

Nate: Somehow, I doubt Nikki’s going to penalize you just for showing some humanity. Did she give you any indication that she’s trying to distance herself from you?

Audra: No. Nothing overt as far as I can see, yet. It’s just a subtle feeling I get when I’m around her lately.

Nate: Look, I think the smart thing to do would be to work on repairing any damage you might have created with Nikki.

Audra: To be quite honest, I’m not sure I want to. It’s not like I’m advancing at Newman Media. I’ll never be anything more than second-in-command there.

Nate: Oh, come on. You can’t be sure of that.

Audra: Oh, you of all people should know there’s no room to move upward, unless you’re family. I’ve got to find a place where I can advance to number one. Where I can take control. Otherwise, what’s the point? I can’t just settle now. I’ve got to have a ladder to climb, right?

Nate: Maybe, just maybe, you need to rein in that rampant ambition of yours.

Audra: Oh, coming from you of all people. We both know you’re just as ambitious as I am, if not more so.

Billy: You know, I felt that there was a little extra going on with Chance, but I did not connect it to Summer.

Chelsea: I just found out before lunch. It’s all very new and, quite frankly, adorable.

Billy: Yeah. You know, I wasn’t happy when Summer and Kyle fell apart. I was hoping they could figure it out, put it back together. You know, they’ve got a family, they’ve got a kid.

Chelsea: Yeah. I don’t think that’s going to happen anymore.

Billy: No, I don’t think it is either. But she and Chance, you know, they have a certain sensibility that seems to work, which is good. And if Chance is happy and in love, then that’s going to make him more stable and effective on the job.

Chelsea: Oh, how practical and unromantic of you.

Billy: He has a future. I can see it. And it’s nice, you know, it’s nice to be able to lead him into being a top-notch, corporate executive. He also, uh, hm.

Chelsea: He also what?

Billy: I think he looks up to me. Which is weird, you know? Nobody’s ever done that before, I don’t think.

Chelsea: It’s funny how things work out, right?

Billy: Yes, it is.

Audra: I admire your overzealous ambition. You know, we’re kindred spirits that way. That’s why I have to create my own safety net.

Nate: Oh. And what would that be?

Audra: Look, I’ve been formulating a plan of my own. A big, audacious plan. And potentially, quite rewarding.

Nate: Tell me more.

Audra: You know what? There’s too many eyes and ears here. And this definitely cannot get out. You want to come upstairs so I can share it with you?

Summer: This was a nice interlude.

Chance: It was.

Summer: Kind of a shame that we both have to go now.

Chance: I know. I wish we had some more one-on-one time.

Summer: I agree.

Chance: Well, how about we make arrangements for a proper dinner date?

Summer: So, just to be clear, this would be an official first date?

Chance: Nothing less. You up for that?

Heather: Actually, Abby, things– things with Daniel, I don’t– I don’t think I can get into that. But no one wants to see Lily hurt.

Abby: I can see it all over your face. Shouldn’t an attorney have a better poker face?

Heather: I’ll work on that.

Abby: Look, I told Devon that the situation is between you and Lily and Daniel. That is, if there is a situation.

Heather: I still cannot–

Abby: Look, I told Devon not to get involved, but he loves his sister and he’s very protective of her.

Heather: I know the feeling.

Abby: I also know what it’s like to get pulled back in by someone that you love deeply and maybe still love. But it is wrong to take advantage of that history at someone else’s expense. And I really hope that’s not what’s going on here.

Devon: Lily’s focused on helping her daughter right now through an extremely traumatic event she just went through. Especially with losing someone that was close to her. That’s where her head’s at.

Daniel: I can’t just fly out there and dump this on her then. Wouldn’t be fair to her. Wouldn’t be fair to Mattie. I should wait. I should wait until she’s in a better place to tell her.

Nate: Here we are. So, what do you have up your sleeve that’s so top secret, you couldn’t discuss it in public?

Audra: It involves Tucker.

Nate: Okay, stop. You don’t learn, do you? Why would you even consider teaming up with Tucker McCall again? Especially after everything he’s put you through.

Audra: I’m not teaming up with Tucker. My plan is to turn his scheme right back on him.

Nate: And exactly how do you intend to do that?

Audra: You know his new company, Glissade? I’m gonna get control of it. And I want you to help me.

Chelsea: How cool is that?

Billy: How cool is what?

Chelsea: Chance, seeing you in a new light. Respect. Admiration. Which you deserve. You are the hero’s hero.

Billy: Okay, I think we can tone down the hero talk just a little bit. It is nice though. I spent a lot of time looking up to Jack. It’s nice to be on the other side of that. Even my mom. My mom seems to be trusting me more than she usually does too.

Chelsea: You see? Moving to Chancellor-Winters was the right move. It couldn’t have turned out any better.

Daniel: Well, um, Devon definitely did pick up on the vibe that something’s going on between the two of us.

Heather: Oh yeah, yeah. Um, Abby– Abby told me.

Daniel: Hm?

Heather: What did you say?

Daniel: I told him that he wasn’t wrong. And I told him that I wanted to be the one to tell Lily.

Heather: Okay. And he understood?

Daniel: Yeah, he did. But I mean, then he told me that Lily is just completely focused on Mattie right now and helping her deal with the trauma from the fire.

Heather: So what does that mean?

Daniel: It means I don’t think that now is the right time to pile this on to her. You know, with everything else that she’s dealing with. I think that Mattie needs to be in a better place.

Heather: Right. No, I– I hear you. Well, what does that mean for us?

Daniel: I think that we need to just put things on pause for a minute. I mean, just– just until Lily’s in the right place emotionally for me to tell her.

Nate: Tell me, Audra, why would you think I’d be interested in working with you? I’m just getting back into the groove working with my family. I’m not about to rock that boat again.

Audra: A boat you’ll never be the captain of. You’ll never advance anywhere beyond where you are right now. You know, Lily and Devon will always be on top, with the side of Billy, Jill Abbott’s son, and Chance Chancellor, Jill Abbott’s grandson, thrown in the mix. Oh, and not to mention, your Aunt Mamie now has her say as well. So, from what I can see, you’re already lost in the shuffle.

Nate: That’s your perspective. It’s a family business at Chancellor-Winters, where I’ll have just as much say as everyone else.

Audra: You really think so? With me, you’ll be an equal. The two of us working side by side. And not to mention, the added satisfaction of beating Tucker at his own game.

Nate: Wow, man. You really turned on the guy, haven’t you?

Audra: Yeah, he gave me no choice. Surely, you can see the potential.

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Days Transcript Wednesday, January 24, 2024

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So is Theresa doing okay?

Yeah, she is. Thank God. And, Jada, I can’t thank you enough for helping me track her down, and more importantly, keeping it under wraps.

Sure. I’m glad I could help. I know you and Theresa have been through so much.

I’ll let you go. Okay, thank you, Jada.

Take care, Brady.

There’s my princess. Come here. Hi. Hi. Oh.

Daddy.

Hi. I’m so happy to see you.

Well, we’re happy that you actually showed up this time.

[grunts] Honey…

[sighs] You know I hated missing our ice cream date. I really wanted to be there, but your brother, Tate, he– he really, really needed me. You understand that, right?

Mommy said Tate got in big trouble. Is he okay now?

Yeah, no, he–he’s good. He’s good. He’s okay now. He’s gonna be home, but right now, I am here just for you, ’cause you’re my precious little girl. Come here. I love you.

[panting] You’re packing.

Yeah, I’m just about done.

[clears throat] How was your jog?

It was okay, but I wasn’t expecting to see this when I got home. I was hoping you decided to stay.

Alex, this is for the best. I have to go back to California. I-I need to spend some time with my mom, and most of all, I need to get out of Salem, and then, um, see Tate when I can in a month. So I booked a red-eye ticket.

You’re leaving tonight?

Yeah. But before I go, there’s something that I need to tell you ’cause… I can’t leave without making things right between us.

[curious piano music]

I am happy to report that our little guy is fast asleep.

Oh, that’s great. And I am heading out to my first appointment with some new clients, which means money for us.

[laughs] Well, between your new clients and my photography business…

Mm-hmm.

We’re gonna make enough money to put this boy through college, right?

Well, that’s the idea.

Mm.

Actually, I have my first client who’s coming over soon for a shoot.

Eric, didn’t even tell me that. This is so exciting!

[laughs] Well, it is. It is. It is. I just–you know, I hope that he can sleep through it. Next time I’m gonna call my mom and try to see if they can look after him.

Well, I mean, you already know that they’re gonna love that.

Mm-hmm.

Speaking of your mom and John, I’m still so mortified about what happened the other night. I just–I can’t believe I got so wasted.

You were nervous. John and my mom, they understand. I told you that.

Mm-hmm. No, I know, but it’s just, I’m still embarrassed about it. And I promise you next time, only water, if there even is a next time.

There’ll be a next time. I promise.

I don’t even remember everything that happened the other night, but I do remember your mom telling us how she lost her firstborn to SIDS.

Yeah.

That is so awful and sad It’s just, I don’t know if I could even survive that happening to our son.

Hey, Jude is healthy and happy. He’s not only loved by us, but he’s loved by my entire family. I told you that, so let’s–let’s focus on that.

Mm.

Okay?

Mm-hmm. Right?

We are so lucky that he has come into our lives.

We are so lucky.

[unsettling music]

Good, you’re here.

I am. What’s going on?

Oh, great. You’re here too. I just want to give you guys both an update on the Bistro situation.

Okay, what you got?

Well, I just got off the phone with Ava, and I told her that I want to speak to both her and Stefan down here at the station.

Okay, but why are we only bringing them in now?

Well, we needed to do a little investigating, get all our ducks in a row. Now we’ve done that, we’re ready for them. So assuming they both show up, soon we will find out what they know about the Bistro’s connection to the drug epidemic in Salem.

Mm, well, that should be enlightening.

Well, let’s hope so.

[mysterious music] Harris, you look skeptical.

Well, I am, Commissioner. I think, uh, maybe questioning Clyde Weston would be the more worthwhile approach.

Okay.

And why do you think that?

Well, I had a, uh, little run-in with Clyde earlier, and I have an update.

Oh.

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So the bastard actually threatened you?

Well, he warned me that what happened to Lucas could happen to me if I don’t fall in line.

I can’t believe he was so open about his involvement on his attack on Lucas.

Yeah, well, Weston’s one tough son of a bitch.

[sighs] Meaning we have one tough fight ahead of us.

We do. And we’re gonna win this fight, and we’re gonna take this guy down once and for all.

Yeah.

Mm-hmm.

Look, I’m pretty sure I know what you’re gonna say, so let me please just say something first.

[sighs]

Go on.

Theresa, I feel like it’s my fault you’re leaving.

Alex, no.

No, please let me– let me just explain.

[sighs] I accused you of having feelings for Brady, and I shouldn’t have done that. It was not what you needed to deal with after everything you already had gone through, and I’m sorry for falsely accusing you of that. I admit that I was wrong.

You’ve already admitted that…

Yeah, but please…

And I appreciate that but–

Please let me finish, please. You and Brady share a child together. That is a lifelong, very special bond, and now the two of you are sharing in the worry for that child, and I just thought that maybe it would stir up some feelings between the two of you and some of those old feelings would start to resurface.

Well, they haven’t, not at all. I admit that when I first came to Salem I thought that maybe Brady and I could get back together, but… then I met you, and then everything changed. And, yes, we do, we have a child. And we’re gonna share that bond together for life, but that kiss that we had, that was– God, that was–that was a drug-fueled mistake. It’s a mistake that you have forgiven me for, but that I do not forgive myself for, which is why I have to get out of here. I have to get away from everything that has caused me to–to relapse, away from everything that’s making me unclear about what I want and what I need.

[soft tense music]

[exhales shakily] What are you thinking?

Have you ever heard the expression, “Wherever you go, there you are”? Theresa, you running away to California, it’s a false solution. It’s not gonna make anything you’re dealing with with Tate any less difficult. I’m telling you that. It’s just gonna put you , miles away from it. So please, hey, stay here with me. Let me help you get clear on what you need and what you want. I will help you in any way I can. I promise you.

So I was thinking “The Little Mermaid.”

I already saw it.

You already saw it. Okay. well, what movie would you like to see then?

Might I suggest the “How to Train Your Dragon” trilogy, which follows Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III as he transforms from misfit to eventual Viking chief of Berk with an assist from his best friend and dragon, Toothless, the Night Fury?

I want to see that!

You got it.

Oh, I believe that’s only streaming now. If you’re wanting to go to an actual movie theater, might I suggest “Wonka”…

“Wonka,” okay.

Which explores the mythical beginnings of the imaginative young inventor that, of course, would be Willy Wonka, before he becomes the renowned scrumdiddlyumptious Mozart of chocolate?

I want to see that, Daddy.

Of course you do.

Okay, okay, okay. Hold on. Hold on. It is playing at the Drexel in about half an hour.

Sure. Okay. We can–we can do that. And thank you for all your suggestions. You can Oompa-Loompa your way out of here now.

[laughs]

That’s fine.

Ah, no, listen. Before I tell you how happy I am for you and Kristen, the whole town has been wondering– well, maybe not the whole town, but I certainly have– will they or won’t they? And now it is obviously clear that, yes, you have, because here you are enjoying some hot chocolate with your adorable little girl. So yay for Bristen, or would it be Krady? Or do we keep it real simple and just say B and K, back together again?

They’re not back together, and I don’t want them to be.

Oh.

Okay, you don’t have to engage with this little man. He’s just making fun of us.

Ah, on the contrary. I am very sincere in how heartening it is to see you all together enjoying some family time, but I do have to go now. Enjoy the movie.

Thanks, I will.

Okay.

You always know what to say to calm my spirits.

You do the same for me.

Well, I hope so. Now I should be off. Good luck with your new client.

Mm. I’m gonna need it.

Why? Someone’s gonna give you a hard time?

[chuckles]

Is this a model? An actor? Some TikTok influencer?

Oh. No, no, no. It’s a columnist, you know, from “The Spectator,” somebody that we’re both all too familiar with.

No, you don’t–

Yes, Leo Stark, aka the Lady Whistleblower.

So what’s the update on Lucas?

Uh, well, he got beat up pretty bad, but he’s gonna make a full recovery.

All right, well, thank God for that.

[phone ringing]

And excuse me. I gotta take this.

Yeah.

[phone beeps] So now that we’re alone, you want to tell me where you were last night? ‘Cause I thought you were gonna come by my place after you finished your paperwork from the raid, but you never showed up. Um, yeah, I’m–I’m sorry. By the time I got finished with everything, I was just– I was exhausted, so I just went to sleep. Sorry I didn’t come over.

Jada, why are you lying to me?

Hey, sweetie, um, why did you tell Leo that you don’t want your mommy and daddy to get back together?

‘Cause I hate you guys fighting all the time.

Okay, and I-I-I get that, but, baby, you have to understand, I just I miss you very much, you know? And I-I– I wish I could, you know, share you more with Mommy and not just see you every once in a while.

I miss you too, but it’s better this way.

You think it’s better that– that we don’t see each other as much?

I guess. Can I go buy some candy from the movie theater? They never have what I like.

Um, yeah, sure, sure, go on.

Yeah, honey. Here.

Just–just–just come back soon because…

Thank you.

The movie’s gonna start. Okay? It’s gonna start soon.

[clears throat]

Be careful. What the hell was that about?

What do you mean?

Don’t–don’t–don’t do this. What–you know damn well what I mean. Not that getting back together with you is something I wanna do, but why is she all of a sudden just against it? And more importantly, why is she okay with just seeing her father once in a while when you see fit, huh? Why is she fine with that?

Because you hurt her. She explained everything to you, Brady.

No, no, she did a on that very issue and there’s only one reasonable explanation for it. You are turning her against me. Aren’t you?

Alex, I already booked my flight.

So cancel it. Please. I will pay for the tickets.

It’s not about the money.

Okay, then let me explain, please, please, please. Wait–wait, just let me explain. Theresa, I know I haven’t been the greatest boyfriend. Look at me, please. I know that I did not handle everything properly with you and Tate and everything you’re going through. And not to, like, make some crazy excuses about this, but everything going on with my family and the drama and finding out that I am Victor’s son, and Justin’s not really my dad, and all of a sudden becoming the CEO of Titan, it’s like my whole world has just been flipped upside down. I’m questioning everything. I’m questioning everyone. And I’m really not trying to make excuses for this, but, like, I am– I’m, like, waking up some days and–and–and I’m questioning who the hell I even am. – It would be so simple. I wouldn’t even have to tweak the will. All it says is that he leaves half of his inheritance to the son he never acknowledged, no name. I can make this happen.

[unsettling music]

Alex, I think that there’s something that you should know.

Wow, so your first client is Leo.

None other.

I just thought you couldn’t stand the guy.

Well, I’m definitely not a fan, but I can’t afford to be picky.

[knock at door] There he is.

Hello, Leo.

Sloan, what a lovely surprise. Ah, this is serendipity, my lawyer, my photographer, under the same roof. Hey there, you handsome shutterbug, you.

Leo.

So as I explained when I responded to your very clever ad, I need some wonderfully flattering photos of myself, preferably ones that make me look taller, younger, thinner, for Lady Whistleblower’s grand return.

I’ll do my best.

Oh, I’m sure you will knock it out of the park, Eric R. Brady, just as your charming wife, Sloan, here has, as my lawyer. I am just eternally grateful to her, not only for her brilliant litigation skills but for her generosity… of spirit.

Hey, honey, don’t you have a meeting with your client?

Actually, I just told my client I was gonna be a little late. If it’s all right with you, I’d like to stick around for your first shoot.

Yeah, of course.

Fine by me. I’m a glutton for attention.

Hey, will you give me a minute? I gotta go grab something.

No problem.

[eerie music]

What the hell, Leo?

What the hell what?

Out of all the photographers in Salem, you choose Eric? I mean, come on. What are you up to?

I’m not up to anything. Well, the only thing I’m up to is getting some great photos… and making you squirm like you’re doing right now. See, because you know I hold all the cards in this little arrangement of ours and if you aren’t behaving to my liking, well, I will just drag you down to the bowels of hell.

[suspenseful music]

Alex, you are not to blame for how I feel. I’m the screwup. I am the one who never learns from my mistakes. I have been given second chances times over. I still manage to make an absolute mess of things.

Theresa.

No, don’t do that. Don’t. Don’t comfort me and tell me that I’m a wonderful person at heart because I just keep letting people down. I’m–I’m a horrible mother.

No, you’re not.

I’m a terrible girlfriend. I am. I think that I should just–I should finish packing. I should just get the hell–

Theresa, come on. Please, please, please. Theresa, please stop.

Honestly, you’re just better off without–

Please stop! Please stop. Okay, you–you–you say that you’re a screwup, that you make a mess of things? Hey, that’s what I do. I have made terrible decisions. I’ve made stupid choices for Titan. I-I-I-I am a terrible listener. I treat Justin like crap. I treat him absolutely awful just because he’s what? Not my biological father, when the guy has been a great dad to me my whole life? I-I-I…

[sighs] I am very flawed, and I know it. So that means that there is hope for me one day that maybe I can work on those flaws and I can correct them. And you know it too. And in therapy world, that’s called being self-aware, and you are self-aware. So why don’t we work on our flaws and our faults and our imperfections together?

Alex.

Please, please.

Alex, it’s–

Please. And since not being demonstrative or showing my true feelings– it’s always been one of my flaws– allow me to work on myself and show you how much you mean to me. Please.

[soft tense music]

I swear to you that I have never turned Rachel against you.

Yeah. Yeah, right, right.

And as far as her not wanting us to get back together, as you just pointed out, that’s the last thing that you would want anyway. So why do you care what–that she doesn’t want it either?

I’ll tell you what I care about is just being a decent parent. That’s all I want. Which you obviously don’t think I am, right?

I-I don’t think that, Brady. I mean, what happened to Tate, that is not your fault. But with Rachel, when you did not show up that one day, she was very upset, and that broke my heart.

Yeah, right, and maybe– maybe she’s really upset because her parents fight all the time and they resent the hell out of each other, huh? Maybe she’s really upset because her mother has full custody and she can’t see her father who she has a really good connection with. Maybe she’s really upset because her mother is spiteful, and manipulative, and has committed horrendous crimes that she is not one bit sorry about. Maybe that’s why our daughter is upset, Kristen, not because her father missed an ice cream date. So don’t you dare– don’t you dare blame that on me.

[somber music]

[phone rings]

So I saw in my daily report that you had pulled Theresa Donovan’s credit card records. Can you explain why?

Yes, I can. Brady called and Theresa was missing, so I wanted to help him find her in case she was in trouble. So I got information from those records and found out that she checked into a local motel. And when I found her, she was totally strung out. Brady and Alex came and I had them deal with her, and then I left. I’m sorry I didn’t let you know. I was just so exhausted, and I really just wanted to keep everything on the down-low.

It’s okay. That’s all right. That, uh–that makes sense. So Theresa, she’s okay now?

Uh, yeah. I actually just checked in with Brady right before you got here. She’s recovering well.

Good.

[knock at door]

Hey.

Harris, what’s up?

That call I took, it was about Lucas. I got some news.

[sinister music]

Lucas is being moved to a new location for his safety. The AG approved it. Uh, ha, I’m gonna owe some favors, but I got it done.

I’m sure Kate will be relieved.

Yeah. Where are they moving him?

Uh, I’m sorry, boss, I can’t tell you that.

[tense music]

Are you done lashing out at me? I mean, is it possible for me to talk now?

Yeah, go ahead. Go ahead, knock yourself out.

I am sorry you’re so contemptuous of me. And it’s not like anything you said hasn’t been said before, at least a version of it. But I am a little shocked at the level of anger. I mean, I want you to be with Rachel. I want her to be in your life, Brady.

But she’s with her friend Lindsay over there. That’s Lindsay’s mother.

Well, good, good. Then that will give us a few more minutes to actually talk about this.

Okay.

I feel for you, Brady, having Tate in a rehab facility, being falsely accused of pushing drugs. I mean, I feel for Tate. I mean, I think of him still as my little Christopher.

Oh, don’t–don’t.

No, no. I gave birth to him, Brady. And I feel for you and Theresa. How is she doing?

She’s not good, okay?

Has she maintained her sobriety through all this?

[exhales heavily]

Okay. Your silence leads me to believe she hasn’t.

I don’t want to talk about this with you.

No, it’s fine. It’s fine.

All right?

It’s fine. But you two must be helping each other out during this time.

Yeah, she’s leaned on me a little bit. I’ve leaned on her too.

So all this leaning… does that mean you two are getting close again? Are you gonna have a relationship with her?

Kristen, Kristen, Kristen. What–what–what?

I’m just curious.

Why do you care?

I’m curious! I’m curious.

Okay. Curiosity is one thing, the jealousy thing is– is another. I know when you get jealous dangerous things tend to happen.

[laughs]

You get spiteful. So let me just kill the mystery for you right now, okay? No, Theresa and I are not getting back together ever, much like you and I, over, completely, forever.

[dramatic music]

Mm. Allow me to point one thing out.

Mm-hmm.

Those red-eye flights, you know, they really can take a toll on you, man. Do you really want to sit on a plane for the next / hours tonight when you could be sleeping in a nice comfy bed with a warm down comforter?

Is that the only thing that would be keeping me warm?

Definitely not, because if you stay, I’ll be in that bed too, and I will find more ways than one to cuddle you and warm you up for sure.

And then maybe I could reciprocate that and keep you warm too in other ways.

Mm.

I really hope you don’t think this is coercion. I’m just pointing things out. And you are totally free to take that nasty, terrible red-eye flight full of crowded people and claustrophobia-induced situations, but you could just stay here.

I don’t see it as coercion. I just feel kindly and gently persuaded.

Okay.

And I know that what I need and what I want is to be here with you.

[romantic music]

Hey, Leo, I am so sorry for the delay, but I’ve gotta run down to my car. I’ll be back in a few minutes.

There’s no rush.

Damn it, Leo, can’t you just go? I’ll make up an excuse to Eric.

Mm, that’s not gonna happen, sister. See, I need those photos. Besides I like being in the presence of this little angel that I helped bring into the world, this precious baby that I delivered and handed to his mother, Nicole Walker DiMera, watched as she held him in her arms, tears in her eyes, her heart bursting with love for her newborn baby.

Why must you do this to me? Haven’t I done everything that you’ve asked?

Oh, stop acting like you’re some kind of victim, like you’re this saintly person who’s been wronged. You are down in the mud just like I am. The difference between us, though, is that if you had your druthers, this little boy would never know his real mother, who is actually caring and kind and nurturing, unlike you. Whereas I–

Whereas you what?

Whereas I may come across as being shallow and callous, but I actually have a heart, and it breaks for this little boy being stuck with a fake mother, a stone-cold one at that with a soul the size of a pea.

What the hell are you talking about, Leo?

I think you can figure it out.

[dramatic music]

You listen to me and you listen to me hard. If you rat me out, I swear I will do everything in my power to take you down to hell with me.

Got it.

Excellent.

Hey, I’m so sorry it took me so long. I ran into my neighbor who likes to talk. Hey, you’re staying for the shoot, right?

Actually, no, I can’t anymore. I do have to make that meeting.

Okay, well, I’ll see you later then, okay?

Great chatting with you, Sloan, as always. You know, it lifts my spirits knowing that precious little boy who’s not really yours–

[laughs] There I go, fumbling my words– that precious little boy who is lucky to be yours is thriving.

[suspenseful music]

Oh.

[laughs]

What do you mean, you can’t tell me where Lucas is?

Okay, um, I mean no disrespect. Just hear me out for a second, okay? Given how we suspect the Bistro was tipped off right before the raid and we’re not sure how yet, don’t you think it might be better if I just keep Lucas’s location to myself for now for his safety because we don’t know who’s listening and Clyde has men everywhere?

Hmm. Yeah, you’re right. We still might have a dirty cop.

Yeah, we might.

[intense music]

It’s really sad.

What is?

Your vehement insistence that you could never consider even being with either mother of your children.

I vehemently insist because I don’t want you to have any delusion. All right? It is sad. It’s sad that you tricked me into procreating with a sociopath, one that has been very destructive to me and to countless others.

Are you never gonna let all that go?

You want me to let– you want me to let it go? Kristen, how am I supposed to let–let it go, the fact that you have put me through hell all these years, that you’re depriving me of– of seeing my daughter on a full-time basis, that you’re turning my own daughter against me? How am I supposed to let that go?

Do you really tell me to answer that question?

Yes.

You might let go of all that for the sake of your daughter who you feel so deprived of. You might want to let all that go because once upon a time, you and I were crazy about each other. And you might want to let that go because you realize that no one’s gonna love you as much as I once did. And guess what, Brady? I still do.

[somber music]

[gentle music]

You know, you can still make that red-eye flight if you really want to.

Yeah, yeah, I don’t think that’s happening.

Does that mean you’re staying?

If you’ll help me unpack.

I would be more than happy to help you unpack. And since I am… opening up my feelings and on this whole, um, trajectory… Theresa, I am really starting to fall for you.

Starting to?

I’ll revise that. I-I have been falling for you since the first time I saw you… and now my feelings are getting deeper, stronger… The more I get to know you, and I feel like I really do know you. And you’ve been honest with me about who you really are from the very beginning.

Yeah, well, what can I say? I’m an open book. What you see is what you get.

I am crazy about what I see.

[sighs]

Don’t do this, Kristen, not again, don’t.

All I’m being is open and honest.

Then let me be open and honest with you. There’s no future for us except for you being the mother of my little girl. See, what I’m hoping for is that someday I might find someone that’s kind and compassionate and will love me for who I am and will also love my kids unconditionally, someone that I can grow old with.

Well, here’s our little girl.

I got the snacks, and I talked to my friend Lindsay.

I saw you talking to Lindsay, yeah. Her mom was over there too. Listen, we should, uh– we should go, because if we leave right now, we’ll be right on time.

Wait. I still need to get popcorn. Pretty please with a cherry on top?

Okay, you can have whatever you want.

Yay!

[laughs] All right. And I just want to say, Brady, that until you find the woman of your dreams, maybe you and I can start seeing the best of each other.

I think that is a worthy goal. Let’s go.

Sure.

Okay, can you hold these?

Sure, sweetie.

Hey, hey.

[both laugh]

Oh, damn you, Leo.

[suspenseful music]

“Reminder, Stark, you say one word to Eric about our son, “and you’ll be screwed in every way possible, and that’s a promise.”

[phone beeps]

[camera shutter clicking]

Okay. All right. This will be the last one.

Okay. Ooh, can I see? Can I see?

[laughs] You know what? Actually, I prefer to set up a portfolio that I can email you later today. Would that be okay?

Okay, sure, I can wait. Hey, what do you think my better side is? I think it’s my right, because my right eye is a little bigger than my left eye.

They’re kind of both the same, actually. You know what? You’re pretty photogenic.

Oh, well, thank you. I’d have to agree.

[phone beeps] And with that, I am going to be on my merry.

Okay.

[sinister music]

[laughs]

Hey, good luck to you back at Lady Whistleblower. I’m sure your fans will be excited that you’re back.

Oh, I’m sure they will. This is Salem. There’s always a scandal waiting to be exposed. And sometimes it’s right under our noses. Ta-ta.

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B&B Transcript Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Posted on January 24, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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Eric: That’s enough now.

Donna: Oh, stop. Here’s your napkin.

Katie: And here’s the paper. I got the business section. The funnies are right behind that ’cause I know that laughter is the best medicine.

Eric: Laughter? I thought that was a good stiff martini.

Donna: Oh, boy. Well, I got you some pineapple juice instead. Something you’ve been craving since the hospital.

Eric: Thank you. Yeah. It’s good. Thank you.

Donna: You’re welcome. Although I can’t wait for happy hour.

Katie: Oh… Man, he never stops.

Donna: No, he doesn’t. But that’s also why he’s with us today. You never stopped fighting, did you? Despite all the odds. It’s because I had all that help of yours. Thank you. The two of you by my side. Thank you. You never gave up on me. You are my rock.

Ridge: No doubt about it.

Katie: Oh?

Ridge: Dad’s back better than ever in Donna’s arms.

Liam: Wow. So, Wyatt actually did it, huh? He moved out.

Bill: He told you he was thinking about it, right?

Liam: Thinking about it. He said he was thinking about it and we talked about that, but that’s one thing. I didn’t think he’d actually go through with it.

Bill: Well, he– he did. He rented out my place.

Liam: I mean, is… is he gonna stick around L.A. or is he just like headed off to parts unknown?

Bill: I don’t know. I don’t even think he knows. I mean, my preference is that he stays put.

Liam: Well, mine is too ’cause I would– I would miss the hell out of him, but I… And I guess, hey, sometimes you need a new adventure. Not unlike yourself.

Bill: Me?

Liam: Yeah, you. What, is this– is this new woman in your life not a new adventure?

Luna: I still can’t believe it.

RJ: Me either.

Luna: I mean, we’re at your new beach house, we think that we’re finally alone, so we’re kissing.

RJ: And then you hear something outside and you look out and who do you see? Your mother.

Luna: My mother. I mean, how crazy is that?

RJ: You think she was spying on us?

Luna: No. My mom would never.

RJ: Yeah, you’re right. It’s not Poppy’s style.

Luna: But she was acting a little bit weird.

RJ: Yeah, she was acting a little weird. Maybe it was because she ran into her daughter and her boyfriend making out.

Luna: No way. No, no. My mom’s not a prude like that.

RJ: Oh, yeah? Well, what if I started kissing you right now and she happened to walk in?

Luna: It’s not gonna happen. Kiss away.

RJ: All right.

Poppy: Oh, sorry. I can come back.

Luna: No, Mom. No. You are not going anywhere until I find out exactly what you and Bill were doing at the beach house.

Ridge: It’s an incredible feeling walking through this door knowing you’re gonna be here where you belong.

Brooke: So, how’s he doing?

Katie: Well, between you and me, Eric’s being a bit of a pill.

Ridge: What?

Eric: Yeah, well, this one is insisting that I have pineapple juice and trying to keep me away from the martinis.

Ridge: Okay. Your health comes first.

Eric: Not you too. Look, in spite of the restrictions, I’m very happy to be home With my beautiful Donna.

Bill: Butting into my love life, are you?

Liam: Did you just call it a love life? So it’s a love life now? Explain. Okay, unpack that for me. What does that mean?

Bill: Uh, well, among other things, Poppy and I had our second date yesterday. And wound up here, in fact. Liam: Oh, why’d you bring her here?

Bill: Hello?

Liam: Oh, well, oh, yeah, no. Okay. All right. Sure. Yeah. Uh, how, uh… How did it go?

Bill: Uh, well, it actually got cut short. Through no fault of mine or Poppy’s.

Liam: Dad, I don’t know what that means.

Bill: You’re not supposed to.

Liam: Wow. Okay. Okay. Uh… Are you, um… Are you gonna see her again? ‘Cause you seem a bit fascinated with the lady.

Bill: Uh, I am fascinated. And when you meet her, you’ll understand why.

Poppy: Bill wanted to show me the beach house, and we didn’t realize that RJ had already rented from Bill’s son.

RJ: Yeah. I gotta admit though, it was– it was kind of funny, you know. Us surprising you, you and Bill surprising us.

Luna: Well, you know, what’s surprising, not to mention amazing, is that out of all of the men in Los Angeles, my mom is seeing Bill Spencer.

Li: What? You and Bill Spencer?

Liam: I mean, I gotta say that the timing is pretty remarkable, right? years since you had this, uh, this night together, and not only do you remember it this vividly, but Poppy’s now reappeared in your life. I just, I’m just saying it sounds like fate to me or kismet or whatever.

Bill: Yeah, look, I’m not one to really give much to fate and kismet, but I do have to admit it does feel like something… otherworldly has drawn Poppy and me back together.

Liam: Well, listen, just wait, ’cause time will tell if there’s a reason you two found each other again.

Li: I want answers, Penelope. I heard you speaking to a man on the phone the other day. You called him Bill. You’re actually seeing Bill Spencer.

RJ: Li, if you want to talk to Steffy, she’s in a meeting right now.

Li: This is far more important.

Luna: Stop it, Aunt Li. This is not the time or place. Please just– just go.

Li: Not until I’ve made something very clear to your mother.

Poppy: It’s okay, Luna. I appreciate your support, but I’d like to talk to my sister alone. It’s fine.

Li: You are without a doubt the most shameless person. Have you no shred of decency?

Poppy: Not according to you.

Li: Bill Spencer, one of the wealthiest men in Los Angeles. You’ve already set your sights on him. did it, Penelope? To find your next sugar daddy?

Donna: Okay, don’t you make me cry saying things like that. That’s not fair.

Eric: Like what? Like how beautiful you are? And like how I– I couldn’t have got through any of this without you? And I… I don’t deserve you.

Ridge: You know what Dad asked you to do to keep a secret would have broken most people.

Brooke: But not you. You stayed strong. You knew that’s what he needed.

Katie: Your strength, your support, your love.

Eric: Your love, most of all. Your… standing vigil by my bed every day, every night. Holding my hand, telling me to fight. without you.

Donna: I would never give up on you, Eric, because you are my everything.

Eric: I’m the luckiest man alive to have you by my side.

Liam: Listen, I– I– I know that it hasn’t been easy for you and you were trying to reunite with Katie there, and that didn’t really pan out, and yeah, I get it.

Bill: I– I can’t blame her. All the painful history and everything I put her through. I understand why she’s guarded.

Liam: Poppy isn’t, right? I mean, also, I mean, the way it sounds, it’s like no time has been lost at all between the two of you.

Bill: Yeah, more or less. Yeah.

Liam: Well…

Bill: What?

Liam: Well, you may not want to call it fate, but… it’s totally fate.

Luna: Can you believe my Aunt Li? Just walking in here and attacking my mom like that?

RJ: I know. I know. She didn’t even let Poppy explain.

Luna: Well, she never does. I mean, my mom could literally never do anything right in her eyes.

RJ: Do you think we should’ve left the two of them alone? Was that smart?

Luna: I don’t know. I mean, my mom insisted.

RJ: Hey, I’m… I’m really sorry that, you know, you have to go through all of this.

Luna: I’m sorry. I’m sorry that my Aunt Li keeps coming in here and embarrassing herself and our family, just lashing out that way.

RJ: Well, I– I’d be remiss if I didn’t say that my family has had one or two or half a billion dozen arguments here at Forrester. It’s– it’s okay. Don’t worry about it.

Luna: What’s not okay is Aunt Li thinking that my mom has to justify her involvement with Bill Spencer.

Poppy: It isn’t what you’re thinking.

Li: Oh, it most certainly is. I know you sister, dear. This is classic Penelope Nozawa.

Poppy: Will you just hear me out?

Li: I don’t have to. I’ve seen this kind of thing happen repeatedly with you.

Poppy: I… Bill and I have a history. It happened years and years ago, and a lot has happened since then, but the night we had was just beautiful. And it’s something that neither of us has ever forgotten. Oh, my God. You slept with the man. You slept with Bill Spencer.

Donna: You’re the kindest, sweetest man I know. I mean, to be part of your life, to share in your world, it… There aren’t even words for me to describe how grateful I am for that. And when I thought that, uh, I was gonna lose you… the only thing in this world I wanted more was time. Just another day with you, another night with you. And now we have it. We were given the gift of time. And there’s not gonna be a moment that goes by that I take it for granted because we have each other again. And that’s the only thing in the world that matters to me. Will ever matter.

Katie: Guys, if you keep this up, we’re all gonna be basket cases.

Brooke: Yeah, I’m okay. Just, you know me. I’m just a sucker for this. I mean, listening to everything that they’ve been through the last few months… it’s crazy. It’s also beautiful. So, it proves my point. Love conquers all. The things that Donna said to Eric and what Eric said to her, it’s just… That’s what brought him home. Brought him home to you, to my sister.

Luna: I just really feel for my mom. Like, sure, she comes off like she doesn’t have a care in the world, but when I was growing up, things were really hard for her. And this was something that Aunt Li knew about, but instead of being supportive and understanding–

RJ: She’s just judgmental.

Luna: Yeah, and she obviously still is. Why can’t she just love my mom for the way she is?

RJ: The way you do.

Luna: Exactly. And look, I’m not saying that my mom is perfect, but for Aunt Li to call her a gold digger?

RJ: What?

Luna: Yeah. She called her a gold digger, which just could not be further from the truth. My mom has never depended on anyone for anything. She always made a way for herself.

RJ: So why won’t your aunt acknowledge that?

Luna: I don’t know. It does make me smile a little bit though.

RJ: Why?

Luna: Just thinking about how crazy Aunt Li’s gonna get when she realizes how close my mom and Bill actually are and that they have a little history together.

Li: I can’t believe it. No. Of course I can believe it. You slept with Bill Spencer.

Poppy: Years ago, Li. Hey, there was just an instant attraction.

Li: Right. So you just jumped in the sack with a man.

Poppy: Okay, what we had was beautiful and special and I won’t let you think otherwise.

Li: What I think is that whenever a rich, good-looking man is involved, you will stoop to anything.

Poppy: Hey, that is not what that was. Not that it’s any of your business.

Li: Listen to me, Penelope. I’m putting you on notice again. Bill Spencer is Kelly’s grandfather. I won’t allow you to sleep your way into that man’s world and into Finn and Steffy’s life! You and your loose morals. “It was special.” Please. One sordid, debaucherous night. No wonder Luna doesn’t know who her father is.

Liam: So, like, now what? Like, where do you go from here?

Bill: Well, we’re not heading to Vegas for a quickie wedding at the Elvis Chapel. Thank you. Thank you very much.

Liam: Uh, yeah, no, that’s not, uh, that’s not what I had in mind, but obviously you two are getting reacquainted.

Bill: You know, Liam, it’s strange, but in ways I feel like I already know everything I need to know about Poppy. She’s just very open and forthcoming person. And I can’t imagine that there is anything she would tell me that would change things between us.

Ridge: Well, this is nice. Quite a love fest we’re having here.

Eric: It is, isn’t it? I like it.

Brooke: We’re all so happy you’re home, Eric.

Katie: House hasn’t been the same without you.

Donna: Oh, nothing has been the same without you.

Ridge: I know I haven’t been the same. Do you know what it’s like having to put up a charade like this? For I don’t know how long, you know, pretending that we didn’t know there’s something wrong with you? It’s hard. And the girls are right. It’s amazing having you back. Our patriarch. You lead us in everything. Family, business… So much more to me than just Dad. You’re my best friend. And I love you. And I thought I was gonna lose you.

Eric: Well, you didn’t. And you’re not gonna lose me for a long, long time. I love you, son.

Ridge: I love you so much.

Eric: Fix me a martini, will you?

Donna: Doesn’t give up.

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Heather: I’m not alone in feeling what just happened, am I?

Daniel: You’re not. So…

Heather: So…

Daniel: Yeah. Uh, so, um, what happens now?

Heather: Um, well, what do you want to happen?

Abby: Hi.

Devon: Hey. This is a nice surprise.

Abby: Is this a good time or a bad time?

Devon: Any time is a good time for you.

Abby: Well, that’s very sweet. Thank you.

Devon: Yeah. What’s going on?

Abby: So, should I just launch into it?

Devon: Launch away. Yeah.

Abby: Okay. Well, you and I had a conversation a while ago about how to protect this company from tucker and I suggested that you hire me in some capacity or add me to the board to have another line of defense against tucker.

Devon: All right. I remember that.

Abby: The more I think about it, the more intrigued I am. Any chance of making it happen?

Jack: Have you had anything to eat yet? I can have mrs. Martinez fix you something.

Nikki: No, no, no. Thank you. I’m not– not really hungry.

Jack: Drinking on an empty stomach.

Nikki: I had one drink.

Jack: Yeah.

Nikki: Okay, maybe two. But I called you before it got out of hand.

Jack: And I’m glad you did. I’m glad you didn’t drive here. And I’m glad you feel you can count on me to help you.

Nikki: Would you be willing to take me to a meeting?

Jack: Absolutely. But first things, first. We need to call victor.

Nikki: Oh, no, please don’t do that.

Victoria: Thank you for the talk and also for trusting my judgment.

Victor: You’re so welcome, my darling. I hope things with claire work out the way you want them to. Okay?

Victoria: They will and when they do, you’ll accept her into the family?

Victor: As we agreed.

Adam: What’s going on? Has claire’s situation changed? And what does accept her into the family mean exactly?

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Victoria: Butt out.

Adam: What? I can’t ask a question?

Victoria: No, you can’T. This has nothing to do with you. You don’t know all the facts about my daughter, so you have no right to comment or even express your opinion.

Adam: Well, I know enough to be concerned for dad’s sake and for yours, actually.

Nick: Look at that, he’s being selfless.

Victoria: Right.

Adam: Is it that impossible that I would want to protect the family from outside harm?

Victoria: Says the outsider who’s always trying to claw his way back in. You know, you would think that this situation would make you more sympathetic to claire’s cause.

Adam: I– I don’t know her. I’ve never even met her. All I know is what she tried to do to dad and the rest of you back in oregon.

Nick: Your concerns have been noted. Move on.

Adam: Nick, are you seriously okay with this? Are you okay with welcoming a mentally ill felon into the family with open arms?

Victoria: That’s enough.

Victor: All of you, enough. We’re going into this with eyes wide open. One day at a time. Meaning there is no reason for this to be contentious. Therefore, it won’t be.

Jack: Victor is your main source of support right now. Why would you not want him to know what is happening?

Nikki: I slipped up, but it was minor. As minor as these things can be. I’m not even drunk. I stopped myself. I asked for help. That’s progress.

Jack: Yes, it is. And I’m glad you did. But keeping your husband in the dark, you know what they say in the program, you’re only as sick as your secrets.

Nikki: But you know why, jack.

Jack: It’s not just an empty slogan. You’re suggesting we lie and cover up and sweep all our problems under the rug. That’s how addicts stay addicts.

Nikki: Well, I have valid concerns.

Jack: Of course, you do.

Nikki: Victor is just checking me, checking me, constantly checking me. It’s driving me crazy. It’s taken over his life and mine too.

Jack: Yeah. And the more he hovers, the harder it’s gonna be to sneak a drink, right?

Nikki: It makes me feel claustrophobic and ashamed. I mean, I hate the fact that after all these years, my sobriety is still an issue. Victor even suggested getting away for a while, like a vacation would solve anything.

Jack: That is not altogether a bad idea. Sometimes a change of scenery is a perfect way to change your perspective.

Nikki: Jack, you and i both know that I would be taking my addiction with me. And at least here, I have my meetings. I have support. I can’t just up and go. I’ve got to get strong and I have to kick this because my family needs me right now.

Jack: You need a new sponsor. Someone whose recovery is on solid ground. Victor would not begrudge you that.

Nikki: But he wouldn’t want it to be you. You and I both know that. I– I– I can’t start from scratch with some stranger. I have to tell them my story and wonder if I can trust them. No, jack, I need you to help pull me out of this nightmare. Please don’t ask me to jeopardize that.

Daniel: What do I want? Huh.

Heather: Sorry, I didn’t mean to put you on the spot.

Daniel: No?

Heather: Okay, um, I admit i would love to know how you feel about our making love just now and what it meant to you.

Daniel: Look, I know that I screwed up back in savannah and– and, well I made myself forget everything that I had lost, you know? I mean, until today.

Heather: Well, that’s the past. No recriminations, I am all about the present and the future, hopefully.

Daniel: Well, you know, being with you again…

[ Daniel sighing ] You know, lily deserves better.

Heather: I’m not saying that she doesn’t, okay? But look, daniel, you said it yourself, it’s– it’s– it’s not as if you’re in love with lily. Your relationship hasn’t reached that level yet, okay? You– you– you two are spending time together. You’re enjoying each other, having fun, but there’s no formal commitment. You two don’t live together.

Daniel: Yeah. Yeah, but I mean, we are still a couple. There’s certain expectations that go along with that. Like, uh, maybe you don’t see other people.

Heather: Okay. I get that.

Daniel: Look, you’ve been really honest with me about everything that you want and– and I– I respect that. It’s– it’s me, I’m having a hard time respecting myself right now.

Heather: I understand. Look, I– I’m sorry if it affects lily, truly. Um, lily’s been kind to me. She even got me that job at chancellor-winters. But daniel, this is about us. I mean, we have years of love between us. We have a child, okay? We needed to see if we had a chance. And for me, the answer is yes, okay? Because all of the love and the connection, it’s still there. And– and– and you’re you again, so we can be us again. It’s simple. Lily is– she’s wonderful and I– I know you two, you had a history and you have something now, but, uh, does that really compare to what you and I have shared or what we could share again?

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Heather: I won’t push, except to say that, um, I– I feel as close to you now as I ever did before and it– it just feels so lovely.

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Daniel: Yeah. It– it does. I mean, I’m not gonna deny that. I– I don’t think I ever even let myself think of us ever being together again. Definitely not the way we just were.

Heather: That was not premeditated. Okay, hoped for, maybe. But that’s just because it’s– it’s impossible for me to be around you and not want to be with you the way you are again.

Daniel: Well, you’re still you. Strong, beautiful, brilliant. I’m not so bad too. You know, now that I’m not such a jerk.

Heather: Hm. Fair point. In fact, you’re so tolerable these days, I will even let you buy me a late lunch. No strings attached.

Devon: So, I’ve also been thinking about you joining chancellor-winters.

Abby: You have?

Devon: I have, yes. Because since I don’t communicate with tucker anymore, I have even less insight into what he’s planning. And if he is still a threat, like you said, having you as part of the company will just create another backstop for us.

Abby: That’s the plan.

Devon: Right, but beyond that, I actually believe that you would bring a lot of value to the company. Because you’re constantly giving me good business advice and your take on what our clients are looking for is always on point.

Abby: Well, it would definitely be more exciting than menu planning and haggling with vendors.

Devon: Yeah, I can imagine. But more than anything, I know that you would always be honest and tell me when you think that I’m wrong about something and that’s what’s most important to me.

Abby: And I would love to contribute more. Just say the word. This company is our son’s legacy and I– it would be an honor to help build it.

Devon: Well, I can’t really think of a better reason to put you on the board.

Abby: Really?

Devon: Really, yes.

Abby: Well, how do we get the ball rolling?

Devon: Uh, just go through a little bit of red tape. Some personal reaching out on my end. I wanna make sure that we have something solid on paper. A real plan before I present anything to lily and jill and billy.

Abby: That makes sense, yes.

Devon: Yeah. Mm. Hm. Looks like my two o’clock just got canceled. Do you want to go have lunch with me and we can discuss it further?

Abby: Fantastic idea. And I’m buying.

Jack: I am honestly touched that you have that kind of faith in me.

Nikki: Well, can you have enough faith in me to know that I know how this has to happen?

Jack: I would love to, but keeping this from victor… what’s gonna happen when he eventually finds out?

Nikki: We’ll just make sure he doesn’t find out.

Jack: Ever? How? He usually knows what’s happening the minute it happens.

Nikki: I’ll just tell him I found a different sponsor.

Jack: Oh, good. We’ll just compound the lie.

Nikki: Why can’t you let that go?

Jack: Because deceit is part of this disease. The sneaking around, the lying, the withholding information.

Nikki: So, you want me to find somebody else, even though I told you what a burden that would be for me. I would be so stressed out, jack.

Jack: Okay, okay, okay. We’ll play it your way, for now. We’ll see how it goes, okay?

Nikki: Thank you. Thank you.

Jack: Since we have this time and we can talk, I would like to know what caused you to take your first drink today? Lauren gave me some idea of how it was you lost your sobriety. Somebody forced alcohol on you without your consent?

Nikki: It was the most terrifying experience of my life. But there’s a lot more to it than what I told lauren. Some of it is so horrific, I– I just wanted to spare her.

Jack: I can see it in your eyes without knowing any details. You have been through a nightmare.

Nikki: And victor, victoria, nicholas, they were there too. And cole howard.

Jack: Well, there’s a name from the past.

Nikki: We’ve been trying to keep it private. As private as we can. But what I’m about to tell you is just between us. It has to do with what I was talking about. My family needing me, especially victoria. And the newest member of the newman family who has a lot of issues to deal with as well.

Adam: Am I the only one that’s wondering what this is gonna look like down the road? If claire can convince her doctors to release her early, you don’t think that her crazy aunt is gonna be part of that picture too, hm? I mean, what are you gonna say to your daughter when she begs you to accept jordan as rehabilitated as she was?

Victor: That is not going to happen.

Nurse: There’s a call for you, claire. Your mother, victoria.

Claire: Oh, uh, okay. Yeah, I’ll take it. Thank you. Hello.

Jordan: Claire? Claire, don’t hang up, please.

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Jack: My god. What those women put you through. It’s just– it’s–

Nikki: I know that. There are no words. When you’re hooked up to an iv with a vodka drip, you can feel it burning.

Jack: Oh, geez.

Nikki: Going through your veins and then it clouds your thoughts. Your thoughts, your emotions. I– I didn’t know what the hell was going on at first. It was a familiar feeling, but I guess without the taste in your mouth or the weight of the glass you– I don’t know, I couldn’t place it. But then when I did, I realized that jordan knew exactly what she was doing. She knew my history. She knew what it would mean to me as a recovering alcoholic, down the road. She wanted me to know that she was totally in control of– of me at first. And then before killing my family with claire at her side. Thank god, she was unsuccessful.

Jack: Oh, my god. What a sadistic woman. And claire. I– I remember when victoria and cole were grieving the loss of, well, what they thought was the death of their child.

Nikki: Yes, it was heartbreaking seeing victoria suffer like that. And yet, decades later, miracles of miracles.

Jack: Oh, yes. The child lives. It’s a miracle and it’s a tragedy.

Nikki: Mm. On so many levels.

Jack: And for claire to have her psyche twisted like that. If you want to have a relationship with her, this is– it’s going to take months, maybe years, and with a world of patience. All of this while you are trying to recover from the damage caused by– god, the torture they inflicted on you.

Nikki: Well, the only way out is through.

Jack: I will be with you every step of the way.

Nikki: I went to see claire at the hospital today. I wanted to know how it would feel being alone with her. You know, would I pity her, would I be enraged? Would I believe her when she said that she wants to get better?

Jack: Was she receptive?

Nikki: Surprisingly, yes. After a while, she did open up.

Jack: And what was your takeaway when you left?

Nikki: She is so damaged. Her whole world has been upended. It’s like she was hypnotized her entire life and just had that aunt feeding her lies. She doesn’t even know what she did or– or the consequences for what she did. All she knew were the lies that jordan said. That victoria and cole didn’t want her and that the newman family rejected her.

Jack: Her aunt is an evil woman.

Nikki: She is evil incarnate.

Jordan: Claire, are you there? I can hear you breathing. I’m sorry that I lied and told him that your mother was calling. I just knew that if I told them it was me, you wouldn’t answer.

Claire: We have nothing left to say to each other. It’s over. You’re dead to me now.

Jordan: No. No, don’t say that. Don’t say that. I only have a couple of minutes, but you have to listen to me. This is important. There’s something you need to understand.

Claire: What?

Jordan: The newmans, they’re not good for you. They’re going to take you into their world and annihilate you. They don’t deserve you.

Adam: Dad, I– I know that you like to control every outcome, but when you’re dealing with unstable, deceitful people, it’s a different story.

Victoria: Yeah. Yeah, you’re the expert. We know, we know. You know, claire was brave enough to confront jordan. She cut all ties with her.

Adam: Wait. The two of them met up since they’ve been arrested? Nobody thought that that was suspicious? I mean, what if they’re planning another escape, victoria?

Victoria: Cole and I took her to the prison in oregon, all right? We had a full security detail with us. It’s what claire said she needed to help with her therapy.

Adam: Hm. What did they talk about?

Victoria: It was a private conversation.

Adam: You weren’t even in the room with them? So, you have no idea what they talked about. Uh, did– did you know about this?

Victor: Son, I told you, I trust your sister’s instinct. Okay?

Adam: Tell me you at least have a recording of what they said.

Victoria: Would you stop? We know because claire told us in no uncertain terms that she’s done with jordan. No more contact. No more conspiracies.

Adam: Yes, and she would say anything to get you to forgive her, victoria. Trust me, I know. I’ve been in claire’s shoes with all of you.

Nick: So nobody should believe anything you say. Is that it, adam?

Adam: No, I’m gonna prove myself to you with my actions over time. Claire only has her words. Okay, we need to approach the situation with a lot less compassion and massive amounts of caution.

Victoria: Oh, look at that. The newman black sheep telling us to watch ourselves. How ironic.

Adam: Dad, you know I’m right.

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Abby: Oh, look, daniel’s here with heather.

Devon: He is.

Abby: Well, it looks like you guys had the same idea we did.

Daniel: What idea is that?

Devon: To get a late lunch.

Daniel: Oh, yeah. Yeah.

Abby: Hi, heather. How are you?

Heather: Doing very well, thanks. It’s so nice to see you both out and about, taking a little time for yourselves.

Devon: You too. Yeah, we just wanted to say hello. Didn’t mean to interrupt your conversation.

Daniel: You’re not interrupting. No worries.

Heather: We were actually just discussing lucy’s schedule. There’s so much back and forth, all the logistics to work out.

Devon: Oh, yeah, we’re just starting to know about that ourselves.

Abby: Mm-hmm.

Heather: I’m sure.

Abby: Well, enjoy your lunch.

Daniel: Yeah, you too.

Devon: See you.

Abby: Is this table okay?

Devon: Yeah, that’s fine.

Abby: Thank you.

Nikki: Thank god, claire is free of that mad woman. If there’s any justice, jordan will spend the rest of her life behind bars.

Jack: It sounds like claire is someone you empathize with. That strikes me as hopeful.

Nikki: There was a glimmer of hope. There was a moment when I thought maybe in time, I could forgive her. But then when she broke down, I couldn’t bring myself to hug this poor girl, my granddaughter. And then– then I felt ashamed and upset, and then self-pity that I’m even in this damn situation. I know, my emotions are all over the place. I’m sorry.

Jack: Hey, I think that’s to be expected, don’t you?

Nikki: I don’t know. Sometimes, I think I have a handle on it. As soon as I left the room and the images of my kidnapping came rushing back, and whenever that happens, I am completely overwhelmed. And I guess that’s why I wanted to have a drink so bad.

Jack: And then you called me and that was a profoundly positive step.

Nikki: I’m just grateful that you were available.

Jack: I am always available to you. I mean that. You can count on me. If you’re struggling, if you just need someone to talk to, call me, day or night. I’m there for you.

Nikki: Thank you. You don’t know what that means to me.

Jack: You’d do the same for me.

Nikki: Yeah, I would if I weren’t such a mess.

Jack: Well, let’s take one disaster at a time, huh?

Nikki: Good plan. Now, I need you to swear that you won’t tell victor anything.

Jack: I said I wouldn’t and I won’T. You said you maybe wanted to go to a meeting. It’s kind of late. Why don’t– why don’t I take you back to the ranch, okay?

Nikki: I think I’ll have our driver pick me up and then I’ll get my car at the hospital later.

Jack: Okay.

Nikki: Thank you, so much. Thank you.

Victor: Son, I understand your questions and I assure you that no one, least of all victoria, wants to put our family in danger again.

Adam: Yeah, that is all well and good. I just don’t trust any of it.

Victoria: Well, what you think and who you trust isn’t relevant here. Claire’s my daughter. I’m her family. In fact, you know, we’re all her family.

Adam: Well, unless I misheard, that hasn’t been decided yet. It was if and when, according to you and dad, when I walked in.

Nick: You’re really not helping your cause, adam. You need to let it go.

Victoria: You know, why don’t we just cut to the chase? What this is all really about? You’re worried that my daughter is gonna jeopardize your place in this family and that we’re gonna love her more than we love you.

Adam: Well, any love would be more love than I get from you, so no, that’s not my concern.

Nick: Then what is, adam?

Adam: Claire’s aunt. I seriously doubt we’ve heard the last from her. And you would all be wise to think the same way.

Claire: You’re wrong, jordan. The newmans care about me. They want me to get better. They want me to have a future. I’m the one who doesn’t deserve them and you don’t deserve me. You ruined my life.

Jordan: Claire.

Claire: I want you dead. Do you hear me, dead?

Jordan: Claire. Claire, don’t leave me! If you’re still having bladder leaks,

Abby: Okay. So, before you commit to anything or make some sort of presentation, I wanna make sure you really think it’s a good idea to bring me on the board.

Devon: I don’t think it’s a good idea. I think it’s a great idea. And I don’t think I’m gonna have to do a lot of selling either because I know that lily and jill will see the value that you bring straight away.

Abby: Well, good. I’m glad to hear that because besides beefing up defenses against tucker, the thought of being back in the corporate world, it really excites me.

Devon: Yeah? Are you not enjoying running this place anymore?

Abby: No, I am. I do. I love it here. This place has been successful since the day it opened. I just– I feel like I’ve hit a ceiling.

Devon: How so?

Abby: Well, the only way to make this place more successful is to expand, open another location and then it wouldn’t be as exclusive and I don’t want it to lose its cachet.

Devon: Have you thought about doing it though? About a whole new location, a new clientele, a different vibe.

Abby: I have. You know, I thought maybe genoa city could use another private dining room like the old colonnade room.

Devon: Oh, yeah. I can see that working.

Abby: But honestly, I’m not a restaurateur. I mean, all of this, it just kind of fell into my lap.

Devon: That’s true. You have taken on a lot of challenges since I’ve known you. Have you stuck with just one project for as long as you’ve been here at society?

Abby: This place has been very good to me for a long time. And it was perfect when dominic was a teeny baby.

Devon: It’s just not perfect anymore.

Abby: I know, I just– i don’t want to get pigeonholed into the hospitality field. You know, I have so many other interests and honestly, I’ve been feeling a little bit antsy. And when I think about when I worked at newman, the rush I used to get being in the c-suite.

Devon: I remember you being frustrated when you had that job though.

Abby: Okay. Yes, I did, a little bit because there were a lot of players involved and being a baby in the family. I mean, no one really took me seriously or listened to what I had to say, but I just– I love the idea of the day-to-day, like being involved in the corporate world.

Devon: Really?

Abby: I do. Yeah.

Devon: You miss that? You never talk about it. What do you miss about it?

Abby: Well, I miss all of it. I miss having a bird’s eye view into everything going on in the corporate world. You know, all of the things that happen there. You know, being able to put in place corporate policy that will make a difference in the world. And yes, I know, I know that there are a lot of politics involved and there might be some roadblocks in making a positive change and I– I understand that.

Devon: There’s definitely politics on every board, of every company, including chancellor-winters. And it’s not to the extent of a newman or jabot, but you might want to taper your expectations.

Abby: I understand and I have a lot of experience with that. My feet are firmly planted on the ground.

Devon: Except when you’re dancing with dominic around the living room.

Abby: I just– I think I have a lot more to offer being on the board at chancellor-winters than just a vote against all things tucker.

Victoria: Jordan is in custody. She is no longer a threat. Once she’s convicted, she’s gonna die in prison.

Adam: You can’t guarantee that. And if she ever gets out, we’re gonna be her first stop, victoria.

Nikki: Sorry to interrupt.

Victor: There you are. Where have you been, my baby, I’ve been worried about you. You all right?

Nikki: Yeah, I’m fine. What did I walk in on?

Victoria: Apparently, claire poses a terrible threat to adam’s ego.

Adam: No, it’s not about being threatened. Okay, I don’t know all the details, but I do know that you all went to hell and back over christmas and maybe I’d like to know that you’re safe now. And there aren’t some threats hanging out in the air.

Victoria: Oh, all right. So just add mistrust and paranoia to being threatened.

Adam: Victoria, is– is it really just all in the past for you? It’s all over. It’s done now.

Nikki: Of course, it isn’T. But we are handling it.

Victoria: Okay, I know what jordan is capable of. I know that. But claire was her victim a lot longer than we were, so we need to have a little compassion, a little understanding, not your knee-jerk suspicions.

Adam: You know, I bet if nick was giving you this advice, you would take it to heart more.

Nick: Don’t count on it. Vic’s all in. Her daughter is her main concern. It took me a minute, but I support her, so I see her side of things.

Victor: You need to do the same, my boy.

Adam: Whatever you say. I gotta get back to work.

Victor: You have a good day.

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Claire: Please don’t ever bring me a call from that number again. That wasn’t my mother.

Nurse: Sorry, I’ll make a note of it. Who was it on the phone?

Claire: The devil. If you have chronic kidney disease

Devon: All right, babe. So, you’re serious about doing this, right? ‘Cause I’m gonna pull the trigger.

Abby: I am. Unless you think it’s a bad idea?

Devon: Please. I love the idea of getting to work alongside of you. And the idea of you doing something that’s different than running a restaurant.

Abby: I think it would be great. I mean, I think I would be a great asset to chancellor-winters. And it would push me to maximize my creative instincts.

Devon: Of which, there are many.

Abby: Yeah.

Devon: No really, I, uh, I appreciate you bringing this idea to me because I’m excited to see where it goes.

Abby: Okay, what’s going on?

Nikki: Funny you were talking about claire when I came in. I just came from seeing her.

Victoria: You went to see claire?

Nick: On your own?

Victoria: How does she look? No, how does she sound?

Nikki: Still fragile, but gathering strength. And I learned a lot about her. It made me see her in a new light.

Victoria: I’m so happy to hear that.

Victor: Sweetheart, why in the world would you confront her by yourself? I mean, no backup, no support.

Nikki: It wasn’t a confrontation. It was enlightening.

Victoria: Really? In what way?

Nikki: Well, she shared her feelings with me, her fears. And I asked her how she spends her days. She’s allowed to walk around the hospital for exercise, uh, supervised, of course. And her favorite place to go is the children’s ward.

Nick: Why there?

Nikki: She likes to see them interact with each other and with their families. ‘Cause that’s something she never had.

Victoria: That’s terribly sad. But you went there to see her to try to understand her more and I bet that gave her some hope. I bet it means a lot to her that she has a family that wants to support her.

Nikki: Well, she’s not really clear on what family is. But those walks she takes will help her learn. Claire is trying to fill an empty place in her heart. I think those instincts are exactly right. We have to have faith that she will get there.

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Y&R Transcript Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Posted on January 23, 2024February 1, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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Kyle: Thank you. Summer, hey.

Summer: Hey. Kind of a coincidence running into you today.

Kyle: Yeah. I was thinking the same thing. Feels–

Summer: Strange. A little sad.

Kyle: You got a call from your lawyer too.

Summer: Yep. Our divorce is final. It’s not the easiest call to get.

Kyle: No, it wasn’t. So many things went right until–

Summer: More than right. We made a lot of beautiful memories. All of us.

Kyle: You, me and Harrison.

Summer: Now, we just gotta pour all that extra love into him, right?

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Summer: And we’ll still see each other around the Jabot office.

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Summer: How are things for you, by the way, with all the changes in the C-suite?

Kyle: Ah, news travels fast, huh?

Summer: Billy left Jabot?

Kyle: To go to Chancellor-Winters.

Summer: Well, I guess that means that you’re now back where you belong in the co-CEO spot.

Kyle: Not quite.

Summer: Then who?

Kyle: My mom.

Summer: Diane is now co-CEO of Jabot? I mean, how do you feel about that? About your mom taking your job?

Jack: I want you to see the press release and the memo to staff before I sign off on it. What do you think?

Diane: I can’t believe I’m doing this.

Jack: In my mind, it is meant to be.

Diane: What? For me to take a job from my son?

Jack: You– you are not taking a job from anyone. This is not Kyle’s time. This is your time.

Diane: And I’m honored. I am. To be your life partner and then you choose me again to be your partner at work, it’s– it’s amazing.

Jack: Except?

Diane: Except no matter what Kyle says, I know he’s hurt that he didn’t get promoted. So, I’m hurting for him.

Claire: Is this a nightmare?

Nikki: No. You’re awake and you don’t need to be afraid.

Claire: What are you doing here?

Nikki: I wanted to see for myself how you are. See what I can do.

Claire: To help me?

Nikki: Mm-hmm.

Claire: Why would you want to? You already saved my life.

Nikki: And you saved mine.

Claire: But you still have every reason in the world to hate me.

Nikki: You’re right. I do.

Ashley: So, those things you said downstairs.

Tucker: Yeah? What about them?

Ashley: You think I’m afraid of commitment and that I won’t let myself be happy in a relationship?

Tucker: Can you prove me wrong?

Ashley: Well, you’ve certainly convinced yourself that I’m the one with the problem, haven’t you?

Tucker: Uh, you are the one rewriting history.

Ashley: Mm-hmm. I know what you’re doing. I know exactly what you’re trying to accomplish.

Tucker: You’re trying to provoke me into losing my temper so I’ll turn over a table thus validating your story. No dice.

Ashley: I am not the one who is playing games.

Tucker: Ashley, if this was a game, wouldn’t that suggest that I’m deriving some pleasure from it? I’m having fun? I assure you I’m not.

Ashley: You are gaslighting me.

Tucker: Have you asked yourself why I would make you question your sanity? What do I stand to gain from that?

Ashley: It’s retaliation, Tucker. You’re trying to make me suffer.

Tucker: Listen to yourself.

Ashley: It’s because I changed my mind about leaving Jabot. I ruined your dreams and all of your expectations and now you’re trying to punish me.

Tucker: That’s incredible. You never really knew me at all, did you?

Ashley: No, I know you quite well. You are selfish. You are smug. You are narcissistic. You’re a son of a bitch.

Tucker: Yeah. Yes. I know I’m all those things, aren’t I? But I can tell you right now, I have never ever been motivated by the need to inflict harm on others and absolutely never on someone I loved.

Summer: I don’t know, if my mom got the job that I’ve been wanting my entire life I might feel a certain type of way about it.

Kyle: Well, I’m happy for my mom. That was the right call for my father to make.

Summer: Kyle, you sound like you’re fielding questions with the press, okay? Just because we’re not married anymore doesn’t mean that you can’t tell me the truth.

Kyle: Okay. You want honesty and full disclosure? All right. Is there some disappointment? Plenty.

Summer: Of course. You know Jabot like the back of your hand.

Kyle: Yeah, but not like my father does. I have a lot to learn. And if it is the job that I was born to have, I’ll be ready when it comes my way.

Summer: So, you’ll really be happy as COO?

Kyle: Yeah. I get to work with my mom and learn from my dad. I mean, those two are good together. They’re what Jabot needs right now. They’re solid and she supports him the way he needs.

Summer: It’s not like you or Billy who would have their own agenda and push back.

Kyle: Okay. Mom is not a pushover, but she won’t stand in his way, no. Jabot needs a singular vision right now.

Summer: And you will bite your tongue and just think about how you could’ve done things better. And you’ll learn to be happy with the situation because it’s family and family comes first.

Kyle: Hmm. It’s almost like you know me or something.

Summer: Something like that.

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Chance: Hi.

Summer: Hey, Chance. Wow. That looks incredible. Let me see the back.

Kyle: Just humor her. It’s the easier way.

Chance: All right. All right.

Summer: It’s perfect.

Chance: Right?

Summer: I’m impressed by the both of us.

Chance: Yeah. Yeah. She’s, uh, she’s been my personal shopper for this whole new executive wardrobe. I still don’t know she knew my size. She didn’t take my measurements or anything.

Kyle: It’s what she does.

Summer: One of my superpowers.

Chance: Apparently I’m expanding my style horizons.

Summer: It’s a nice fit.

Chance: Yeah. It’s a little more comfortable than I thought.

Summer: Of course.

Chance: I’m gonna grab a coffee.

Summer: What?

Kyle: Somebody’s got a crush.

Nikki: I have every reason in the world to hate you, but I don’t.

Claire: You’re pitying me, which is probably worse.

Nikki: What happened to you was very cruel and relentless. You had horrible lies whispered into your ears your whole life. You can’t help but be a product of your upbringing.

Claire: Like a broken vase. The pieces never fit back the way they should.

Nikki: Well, we’re all a little broken, aren’t we? The question is, do you wanna get better?

Claire: Is it even possible? After the way I was raised on lies told by a woman who lived in a different reality?

Nikki: We are all stronger than we give ourselves credit for. We just have to be brave enough to dig down to find it.

Claire: Sometimes, I think I have it. I feel strong and capable, brave. And other times, it just seems pointless, exhausting. Like all I’ll ever do is let everyone down.

Nikki: Well, you can’t do it alone. Nobody can.

Claire: Am I even really doing it if I need that much help?

Nikki: Of course, you are. And Cole and Victoria wanna be there for you.

Claire: They have to. They’re parents and they’re good people. What I need is someone who will tell me the truth. Someone who knows the whole story. Who can look me in the eyes and answer my question.

Nikki: What is your question?

Claire: Am I inherently evil?

Nikki: I won’t judge you, Claire.

Claire: But you know the things I’ve done. Perfect and innocent and then an evil force got in the way. But the fact is we saved each other’s lives and that’s a good thing.

Claire: But… what if–

Nikki: No, no. No ifs. Why don’t you tell me a little bit about how you spend your days here?

Claire: I get up in time for breakfast now. I’m sleeping, a little bit better. We have group and then some free time, and there’s a craft lesson. Actually, there is something new.:

I got a new privilege and it’s my favorite part of the day.

Nikki: Well, tell me about that.

Claire: I get to go on walks to the other floors with one of, the orderlies for some exercise. It’s better than it sounds.

Nikki: Ah, to see the children.

Claire: Even though they’re sick, they all talk to each other and they get loud sometimes. Um, they know all the nurses, and the nurses all know them.

Nikki: Do they?

Claire: And then their parents come to visit and they bring food from home if it’s allowed. You can hear them reading stories, playing cards. And the moms and dads, they all smile, even though you know they’re worried.

Nikki: Well, that’s what we do so that our children aren’t afraid.

Claire: The kids are sick or injured and it’s awful, but sometimes I’m jealous.

Nikki: Because they have their family around them.

Claire: I saw kids on TV or around the neighborhood. I knew what family was supposed to be like and I wanted it for so long. I had my aunt and she said she was all I needed, but…she wasn’t. And wishing, it doesn’t change anything. So, I stopped wishing.

Summer: Uh, I don’t know what vibe you think you’re picking up on, but it’s probably just me being pleased with how I styled Chance for his new job.

Kyle: Hm. Right. That’s it.

Summer: Okay. You can stop now.

Kyle: Ooh, I haven’t said a thing.

Summer: You want to.

Kyle: Well, there’s a little something going on between you and Chance.

Summer: Yeah. It’s called friendship.

Kyle: Yeah. And it’s okay if it’s more. I mean, you don’t need to ask my permission. Okay. Summer, I’m just saying, it’s good to see you smile like that again.

Summer: Have you been smiling more lately too?,

Kyle: Yeah, it’s been better than it has been.

Summer: I’m glad.

Kyle: Summer, we always wanted each other to be happy. That doesn’t have to change.,

Summer: It never will.

Ashley: You loved me? You should be ashamed of yourself.

Tucker: What am I doing now?

Ashley: You’re just throwing around that word like it means nothing. You just use it as a way to control me.

Tucker: Control you? Oh, no, no, no, no.You have proven ad infinitum that you are a force unto yourself, Ashley. Lacking nothing, needing no one. Certainly not me, who would’ve done anything for you! All I ever wanted in return…

Ashley: What? What did you want from me?

Tucker: I wanted love, respect, I mostly wanted commitment. To be a partner with you in all things, in all ways. But those are things you just can’t give anybody. At least not anybody that doesn’t share your DNA, apparently. I mean, the very idea of commitment sends you scurrying in the opposite direction. And the second there weren’t Abbotts in an army of lawyers between us, well, you just ran home. Yeah, I’m sad too, but it’s game over for me. I’m moving on. So should you. And you should give up this– this obsession about what happened in Paris.

Ashley: Oh, okay. So not only am I delusional, but now I’m obsessing.

Tucker: You are obsessing, yes. About a moment that is now unrecognizable to me. You know what you gotta do? You ought to hop on that fancy jet of yours across the pond, go to the bistro, talk to the wait staff, ask them what happened that afternoon. Say, uh, “Do you happen to remember a man in this restaurant going absolutely berserk and– and smashing wine glasses and throwing furniture?” I think you’d be surprised what they tell you.

Diane: I might not have been there for every disappointment in our son’s life, but Jack, come on. I saw the look in his eyes.

Jack: Honey, Kyle is managing things just fine.

Diane: He’s heartbroken. Losing Summer and now losing this job. I mean, one of those things is enough to cause real pain, but both of them, it’s– No, it’s– it’s too much.

Jack: If he had a problem with things, he had ample opportunity to come to me to plead his case.

Diane: I’m not sure.

Jack: Kyle is fine, believe me. In fact, I’m very proud of him that he realizes he has plenty more to learn. The most important things in life and in business you cannot, should not rush. And look, if we change things now again, what is the message to Jabot? More important, what is the message to our son that we don’t trust him to weather a career setback? That we don’t believe him when he says he’s where he wants to be. I think we owe it to him to take him at his word.

Diane: You don’t fight fair. You know that, don’t you?

Jack: Wait, are we fighting?

Diane: Well, everything you’re saying makes sense, which is enough already. But then you look at me like that and what can I do but agree to everything you say?

Jack: Wait, everything?

Diane: Everything.

Jack: Everything.

Kyle: Oh, don’t mind me. I just have some actual Jabot business to discuss, but yeah, it– it can wait.

Diane: Ah, we were talking about you.

Kyle: And I know why. You, and the three of us, hit the ground running.

Jack: Exactly right. I have a head full of ideas I wanna share with both of you. I hope you’ve had your coffee.

Kyle: I did.

Jack: Okay. Well, let me deal with this memo and the press release, and, uh, we will roll up our sleeves and get to work.

Kyle: Can’t wait.

Jack: Be right back.

Kyle: Sounds like we’re in for a long afternoon. Can I get you something before we get started?

Diane: Uh, yes. A conversation. And I don’t mean what the COO of Jabot who’s just fine with how things turned out. I mean, with my son. And I wanna know the truth.

Claire: Sometimes, I look at those kids and I wonder what was Victoria like when she was little?

Nikki: Well, um, that’s a big question.

Claire: You don’t have to answer it if you don’t want to. I’m sure those memories are precious to you. But I bet you were really careful with her. You protected her from all the people and the things that might hurt her.

Nikki: Well, I don’t know about that, but she loved her horses. Always amazed me as powerful and strong-willed as those animals can be, she had them under control. Also, let them feel free. I think they felt safe around her and vice versa. And she was an avid reader. She would read anything she could get her hands on.

Claire: She brought me books.

Nikki: Oh, did she? Well, she also likes painting and going to the museum, spending time in her art studio. Of course, there’s not a lot of time for that these days with work and family.

Claire: I want that. I want someone to smile when I say my name like you did. I want someone to be proud of the things I’ve done.

Nikki: You were so very alone, weren’t you?

Claire: It was all I knew. Jordan was all I had. But if I’d had a mother who loved me, who showed up for important days. If I’d had a life where I wasn’t expected to perform and to pretend,, because I had to be good. I couldn’t make waves., I had to do what I was told. But if someone had seen me for me not as a weapon or a tool, can you imagine?, Things would be so different. And I keep thinking it’s not fair. But then I hear Jordan in, my head yelling at me, telling me life isn’t fair and why do I think I’m so special? But I was. I was special for a little while, wasn’t I? I was Victoria’s baby.

Nikki: You know, there are things that we have done to others and things they have done to us and wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could go back and correct those things, get a second chance. But all we have is the here and now, so we have to find a way to break free of the past.

Claire: I don’t know if I can. When Victoria looks at me, she sees this baby that she thought was dead. When I look at you, I see all the horrible things Jordan made me do. When you look at me, what do you see? Just like I thought.

Tucker: I’m done. Just like I thought.

Tucker: I’m done. You go to hell! I’m done. You go to hell! I’m done. Goodbye, Ashley. You go to hell.

Ashley: Get out of my head. I know what I know.

Traci: Ashley, hey. Oh, what’s going on?

Ashley: I’m– I’m fine. Sorry.

Traci: I think I know better. Tell me w– Maybe there’s something I can do to help. Tell me what’s going on.

Traci: So, you remember him storming out and leaving the bistro in shambles, right?

Ashley: Yes, it was traumatizing. Yeah. Thank you. So humiliating. Now, he says it– it didn’t happen that way. He’s acting like it was just a normal argument. He just walked away from it.

Traci: Broken promises, but no broken glasses.

Ashley: He keeps telling me that I’m misremembering, that I’m wrong. I’ve got the whole thing wrong.

Traci: Still, you– you’re convinced he’s gaslighting you. Ashley, this is so interesting because what does he have to gain? I mean, let’s say he left the place torn apart and now he’s trying to make you believe in some distorted reality? Uh, why?

Ashley: Well, I– I told him that I thought maybe he was retaliating.

Traci: He’s no prince charming, but I never thought of him as the kind of man who would pull the wings off butterflies, is he?

Ashley: No. I mean, he’d be the first person to say he’s very selfish, but see, I’ve never known him to be violent with anybody.

Traci: But you know what you saw, right?

Kyle: Of course, I’m okay with you and Dad being co-CEOs. I can even say I’m proud.

Diane: Well, I know how I’d feel if someone came along and was given a job that I was more qualified for, one that I’d been successful at in the past.

Kyle: Well, when you put it like that, I mean, maybe I should feel a little… I’m joking. You’ve gotta let this go. I have.

Diane: You sure?

Kyle: I love seeing you and Dad work together. But maybe it’s proof that if a couple is meant to be, it’ll happen.

Diane: Even if it takes a lifetime.

Kyle: Sometimes, all you need is a little patience. A man can learn a lot by waiting and watching. Hey, I’m the one who pushed for this promotion.

Diane: Yeah. And that was really selfless of you.

Kyle: I got it from my mom. Mom, this is your job. You’re gonna crush it.

Diane: Just know that one day, I’ll be saying the same thing about you. Thank you, Kyle. Oh! How did I get so lucky?

Chance: Well, the problems that I’m solving over at Chancellor-Winters are completely different compared to the GCPD. But office politics? Identical. Same thing.

Summer: Oh. Tell me more.

Chance: Well, you got your old timers, right? Guys that have been there forever. They got all the good stories.

You know, where all the bodies are buried.

Summer: Yeah. We definitely had those people when I first started at Marchetti.

Chance: Right? Right? They’ve seen it all. They’ve done it all. And they’re just looking for that big shot to prove they still got it.

Summer: I can see that for sure.

Chance: But then you got your new kids. You know, guys that come in hot thinking they know everything and they’re begging for that big chance.

Summer: To show everybody what they’re made of.

Chance: Mm-hmm. So you got these guys that are always saying, “Wow, you– you should have been around for the good old days.”

Summer: And then you have the newbies that are attacking every day like it’s uncharted territory.

Chance: But you know what? I get it. People get used to things being a certain way. It’s tough for some people to let go of the past.

Summer: Yeah. Well, that’s why you need to mix it up. You gotta keep the vintage with the modern.

Chance: Oh, keep the OGs with the newbies.

Summer: Exactly.

Chance: Okay. Okay.

Summer: Wait a second. What– what time is it? Oh, my God. How did it get so late? This is all your fault.

Chance: Well, you’ve been sitting here talking my ear off.

Summer: No! Okay. Maybe. And I have so much more to say on practically every topic.

Chance: Let’s get lunch then.

Summer: Okay. If you promise me more gossip.

Chance: Hm. Well, rumor has it, Jeff in finance and Kelly in streaming are a thing. Never would’ve thunk it. Never would’ve thunk it.

Summer: Uh, look who it is. Genoa City’s newest mogul.

Sharon: Oh, well, give me a couple of months to become mogul status. Good to see you.

Chance: Good to see you. Congrats on the new adventure.

Sharon: Thank you very much. You two should have come to the party. It was a lot fun.

Chance: Well, that was–that was your night to shine.

Sharon: Mariah definitely made it a night to remember.

Chance: Yeah, that’s what we keep hearing.

Summer: You must be so happy. You worked so hard on this project and now it’s ready for the world to see and you get to watch it fly.

Chance: And you had one hell of a party. No one got held hostage. No one spiked the punch. It’s a win around here.

Summer: And I really love that you named the company after Cassie.

Sharon: Well, I always feel like she’s watching over us and giving something her name, knowing how much she meant to us, it makes me wanna work that much harder. My motivation.

Summer: Oh, excuse me. Work. I– I gotta take this.

Chance: Yeah, yeah. Sure. Take your time.

Summer: Hey, what’s going on?

Sharon: So, what’s new with you?

Chance: Uh, you know, just trying to figure out the lay of the land over at Chancellor-Winters. Gonna take some getting used to, but I’m flexible.

Sharon: Yes, you are. But I wanna know about you and me. Are we good?

Chance: Yeah. I mean, you’re good, right?

Sharon: I’m great.

Chance: Great. Yeah. I think we handled that break-up amicably. I hope you know you can still call me anytime to fix your water heater.

Sharon: Okay. And I would be insulted if you went somewhere else for coffee. And bring whatever girlfriend you want.

Chance: Oh, well, Summer and I, we’re– we’re not like that.

Sharon: Okay, but if you were.

Chance: If we are, thank you. I also have to say thank you for being honest about what you wanted and, uh, your priorities.

Sharon: Life is too short to dance around the truth. So, now that we are friends once again, I do have a favor to ask.

Claire: I’m sorry.

Nikki: No, don’t be. You have to feel your feelings to get to the other side. I admire the way you seem to be able to calm yourself after the storm, as it were.

Claire: I’m used to it. Jordan wasn’t much of a hugger. Her hugs were always either too tight ’cause she was actually mad at me and I wasn’t doing something right or she was whispering something awful into my ear. So, if I got hurt or upset, I just had to deal with it. It’s one of those things that came normal for me.

Nikki: It shouldn’t be normal for you or for any child. That’s not the life you were supposed to have.

Claire: I know that now. I should get some rest. You should go.

Nikki: Are you sure?

Chance: A favor? Yeah? Well, uh, you don’t need to ask twice. Name it.

Sharon: Don’t get all awkward around me.

Chance: Am I being awkward? Oh, my gosh. I used to be so smooth. I don’t know what happened. Blame it on the heartbreak.

Sharon: Oh, I think your heart’s mending just fine. Not everything was meant to last forever.

Chance: I guess not. But man, we did have some fun.

Sharon: Yeah. Look, we were friends once and then we were more than, and now, we’re friends once again. I think we’re really lucky.

Chance: Yeah, I guess we are.

Sharon: And friends want all good things for each other.

Chance: Yeah. That’s not gonna change for me.

Sharon: For me either.

Summer: Coffee break is officially over. I’ve gotta get back to work. Shipping crisis.

Chance: Oh boy, that sounds important. I better get back to the office as well. You want me to talk your ear off on the way to the car?

Summer: Would I? Yeah.

Chance: Sharon, it was really good to see you.

Sharon: Good to see you too.

Chance: All right. Catch me up to speed on this shipping crisis.

Ashley: So, I’m telling myself that he’s retaliating. You know, that’s why he’s gaslighting me, but… why don’t you pretend you’re writing one of your novels?

Traci: Oh, okay. Uh, okay. Powerful executive and sketchy lothario. They get married, they’re mad for each other.

Ashley: Right. She has a change of heart. She decides that she can’t walk away from her– her family’s company after all.

Traci: And he wants?

Ashley: Everything from her. I mean, he wants… He wants her loyalty, a hundred percent.

Traci: All of you. This is usually the part where I sit back and I let my characters talk to me, so talk to me.

Ashley: Okay. Why would I do this? This isn’t who I am. I mean, why would I make something up?

Traci: Well, I’ll tell you one thing I do know. If Tucker is gaslighting you, he will wish he hadn’t when I get through with him.

Ashley: I love you.

Traci: Oh, honey.

Ashley: What would I do without you?

Traci: You will never have to find out. Now, that– You questioning yourself and– and doubting your memory, this really worries me.

Ashley: Ah, Tucker… Tucker told me that he thinks I’m rewriting history. That I’m using the argument we had as a way of pushing him out of my life because I’m afraid of commitment. What if he’s right?

Traci: Actually, there are three sides to every story. There’s your version, there’s his version.

Ashley: And then there’s the truth.

Traci: The truth. That’s right. So, how can we get closer to the facts?

Ashley: I know of a way.

Diane: Kyle, you have the most day-to-day contact with staff. What do you think is missing? How can we increase employee satisfaction?

Kyle: Well, I mean, Jabot is pretty fortunate. We have a lot of employees with a huge range of experiences and expertise.

Diane: It is true.

Kyle: Our job is to keep them, make sure they know we see their worth.

Diane: What if we find a way to incentivize faster turnaround for product development?

Jack: That way they all know they’re vital to Jabot’s success. The harder they work, the better off we all are.

Diane: It’s important that everyone from the top down recognizes that they matter as much as the person they report to.

Kyle: And the person who reports to them.

Diane: Exactly. Every job is important to our success. Loyalty and trust. We need to model it and expect it.

Kyle: Oh, um, I wanna shore up the intern program, get more university and high school students in the labs, in the offices.

Jack: Great idea. Fresh blood. I love it.

Kyle: And an educational fund so our employees can go back to school to get degrees in business and sciences.

Jack: This is it.

Diane: What do you mean?

Jack: This is the feeling I get when everything falls into place. When everyone’s where they need to be, doing what they’re meant to be doing. Hold on. Don’t let this stop the momentum. Keep it going. Take notes. All ideas are good ideas. Hello?

Nikki: Jack.

Jack: Nikki, are you all right?

Nikki: Jack, I’m in trouble. I need help.

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GH Transcript Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Posted on January 23, 2024February 1, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[ Grunts ] How did you get so good at this? Visualization. And what are you visualizing? Oh, not what. It’s who.

[ Sighs ] Lucy Coe.

[ Siren wails in distance ]

Maybe this was a bad idea. When is going to a meeting ever a bad idea? I just, uh — May– Maybe my time would be better spent with my attorney, going over my defense. Honestly, until we get more information about what Muldoon was up to in the weeks prior to him coming to see you, I don’t think there’s a whole lot for you and Martin to talk about. Yeah. You’re right. And something tells you that you needed this meeting today. I would listen to your instincts. Who needs instincts when I’ve got you?

[ Cork pops ] Ah! Is there a more satisfying sound? If there is, I’ve never heard it. What’s the occasion? Oh, well, I don’t think we need an occasion, do we, Tracy? We definitely don’t. Oh, come on. There is nothing going on between Scott and me. I mean, look at the guy. Clearly he is otherwise engaged. Then why do you keep looking over there? Honestly, what on Earth is so captivating about Scott Baldwin? So good of you to come. Where else would we be? Curtis needs us. And whatever happens today, good news or bad… Please let it be good. …Curtis will know that he has his family behind him. Sweetheart, you okay? I just want this to work. We all do. Should we go in? Yeah, Curtis shouldn’t be alone right now. Oh, don’t worry. He’s not alone. Where’s the doctor at? Shouldn’t he have been here by now? Dr. Martell got pulled into an emergency surgery. He’ll be here as soon as he can. Yeah. Isn’t that fitting? What? You, reassuring me, today of all days. Well, it beats the alternative, Which is? This endless loop going on in my head. Did the surgery work, or didn’t it? Question only a doctor can answer.

Hey, TJ. Anna. Hi. Hey. How can I help you? Uh, well, I was supposed to to meet your mother for drinks last night, but she never showed up at the restaurant. It’s not like my mom to be a no-show. I know. Uh, it’s not like her to leave unanswered messages, either. So I just wondered if you knew where she was or if you’ve heard from her. No, but… I wonder. What? My mom’s been conducting her own investigation into my uncle’s shooting. Of course she has. I was with her yesterday when she got her first lead, the first solid one, anyway, and I asked her if she would be safe, and she said she would be. But now you’re concerned. Well, so am I, I have to say. Anna, do you think my mom’s in trouble?

Your mother knows better than to go it alone if the nature of the lead suggested backup was warranted. Maybe under normal circumstances. What, these are anything but? My mom has a personal stake in tracing the rifle that shot my Uncle Curtis. What — What if she took a calculated risk and it got her in over her head? Well, that’s possible. Yes. I’m calling the PCPD. Oh, there you are. We were getting worried. Mom. Hey, are you okay? Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah. I’m — I’m fine. You’re wearing the same clothes as — as last night. Where have you been this whole time? Dana: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Would anyone like to share? I’m Hamilton. I’m an addict. And I’m also a doctor. You gotta stay positive, son. I’m being positive, Pop. But it’s also important to stay realistic. I want with every fiber in me for the procedure to be a success. But if it weren’t… Then we’ll deal with that. We’ll deal with that together. Thanks for that, Pop. Better late than never, right? Most of my life I spent running away. Left Irene to raise you and your brother. So terrified I’d hurt you. Well, that’s most of your life. You’re here now, Pop. That’s because of you, Son. You — You taught me how to overcome that fear. I have no fear of a setback. If those doctors walked in right now and said, “We’ve done all we can do. We’ve gone as far as we can go, and this is as good as it gets,” I can handle that. But when I think about having to look Portia in the face and Trina and Aunt Stella

[breathes deeply] and see that disappointment in their eyes… …Pop, that’ll gut me. But it won’t break you. I think I’ll go to the chapel and light a candle. Couldn’t hurt. Light one for me? You got it, baby girl. Now you can talk to me. How can I fly to Paris if we don’t know what’s happening with Curtis? Honey, you’re going. Your father and I, we both want you to go. Even if it’s with Spencer? Is he my first choice for a travel companion? No. You know he’s not. But Spencer makes you happy. I can see that. And if you ever have children, you’ll realize that all you really want for them is just to be happy. When you think about yourself in Paris, does it make you feel, you know, kind of warm? Feel real good inside? Yeah. Well, Curtis would not want to deprive you of that feeling. So you’re going to go, and you’re going to experience life, and it’s going to be amazing. You’re going to live, love, eat all the things. Okay? Okay. Okay. Deal. And you know what you’re going to do for sure? Send me pictures, text me constantly. Okay. Okay.

[ Cellphone rings ] Is that Spencer? Yeah, but I’ll call him later. No, no, no, I think you should take it. We need all the support we can get today, right?

[ Ringing continues ]

Need a shoulder? I got two of them. One should suffice. There really is no reason to be jealous. You mean except for your seeming inability to take your eyes off the man? Okay. Uh, did Scott and I have a moment once upon a time? Yeah, but it was a long, long time ago. I barely remember it. So why dwell on it? Because from what I understand, it’s a moment that has a habit of reoccurring. But if your history with Scott is just that… It is. …then why does the prospect of discussing get you all scrunched up? I — I am not scrunched. Oh, I see scrunched-ness. Really? Okay, well, then I see insecurity-ness, and it’s not a good look. Where are you going? I’m sorry. Do I need your permission to go to the ladies’ room? No. By all means. Thank you. Care to join us? Thank you, but I’m well aware three is a crowd. Oh, no. The more the merrier. Right, Scott? Scott? Huh? Am I keeping you? I am — I am not scrunched. I am not scrunched up at all. Oh, Scott Baldwin, you had better not be laying it on too thick with Tracy. Oh! I know I put a tiny emery board — I got a file in here. I know I have a file in here.

[ Door closes ] Hey, you don’t happen to have an emery board, do you? Because I snagged my nail. Marty: No. I’m sorry. I’m fresh out. Marty? The coast clear? Uh, yeah, I’m in here by myself. What are you doing in You and Scott Baldwin, I want the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but now. When did you turn on Lucy? I was never really a huge fan of her. I mean, she’s a lot. No question. Did I ever tell about the time that she came to the PCPD locker room when I was getting out of the shower? She checked me out and then demanded that I sing at the nurse’s ball. Yeah, I remember hearing something about that. I try to block it out. But now that you’ve reminded me, just another reason to visualize.

I don’t buy it. Buy what? You’ve been coexisting with Lucy for years at work and outside of it. And sure, you’re not personal friends, but you’ve always been cordial with each other. What changed? She crossed the line with my grandmother. Uh, this is inappropriate. You know, you are in the ladies’ room. Yeah, well, when another lady shows up, I’ll make myself scarce. Damn it, Lucy, I thought you were different. I am different. You know all about my history with women, my exes, one emotional bloodbath after another. And you said you understood, that you loved me for me. I did. I… I-I do. Present tense. I love — Marty, I love you now! Now. Marty! Marty! Oh!

[ Sighs, chuckles ] That went well. Tracy, there’s no place I’d rather be or who I’d rather be with. But I do have to use the little boys’ room. Say, Gregory, would you mind keeping my lovely companion company while I’m gone? Take your time. You and I will pick up right where we left off when you get back. Don’t. I didn’t say anything. You don’t have to say a thing. Just believe me when I tell you it’s not how it appears. Tracy, you do not owe me an explanation. What’s the matter? Heartburn. Um, you think I would have learned by now that citrus is not my friend. Well, they call it antacids for a reason. Touché. Well, I-I should probably be going. Do you think, uh, Scott will forgive me if I leave his lovely companion unattended? Ha ha. Backgammon rematch. Soon. You’re on.

How’s Finn? And you? I know that malpractice lawsuit, it can’t be easy on you, either. My friend, I came by to support you, remember? Well, you taking my mind off of this, that’s helping. Please. All right. Finn’s okay, I guess. Between his dad and the lawsuit… It’s a lot. Too much sometimes. Thank goodness he has you there to lean on. Oh, I — I don’t know. I just hate — I hate seeing him struggle like this. You know, he just wants to prove to everyone that G.H. and his patients are right for putting their trust in him. And you know that I will testify to that at his trial. I know. Thank you. I really appreciate that. And so will he. Okay. Your turn. That’s it, huh? That’s all the distraction I get? How’s Curtis?

[ Sighs ] He’s, um — He’s walking a fine line. I mean, we all are. Positive but still realistic. Hopeful but not too hopeful. Mm. It sounds impossible. Yeah, it is. But, um, Curtis is determined, you know, to face whatever comes his way. And you? I’m determined, too. But, um… I know life isn’t fair and we’re not guaranteed a happy ending. But you’d really like one. I know. You know, I keep having this dream. And it’s with Curtis and I at the rehearsal dinner, and we’re dancing. And I get that feeling, the feeling that I had that night, and Curtis’ arms are around me. And we’re moving together so beautifully. And Curtis is so strong, and he’s so graceful. You know, it’s just like — it’s like we’re floating, and that moment, it must be imprinted on my heart and my body because it feels so real. And then I wake up. And Curtis is lying next to me. And I realize that we’re never going to dance again. We’re not. Not like that.

[ Breathes shakily ] But now, you know, maybe — maybe we can. I just can’t stop myself from, you know, hoping. Me too. Me too.

[ Breathes deeply ] Look at you, being all observant, noticing your mother’s clothes. That isn’t an answer, Mom. I have been going nonstop since I last saw you. Haven’t had a chance to go home and change. So you haven’t slept? I plan on going to bed very early tonight. It’s that a new lead on Curtis’ shooting, isn’t it? You know what? It was just — I got concerned when you didn’t turn up for that drink and went radio silent, and I just thought I would come and ask TJ if he’d heard from you, and that’s… I’m sorry. I didn’t mean for anyone to worry. But, as you can see, I’m fine. Okay. I have to check on Uncle Curtis. So… Tell him I’m thinking about him? I will. And stay safe? Please? That’s the plan. It’s nice to see you, TJ. You think he bought that? I think he’s just happy you’re in one piece. Want to tell me what happened when you followed that lead? Well, I never got that far. Somebody stopped me. I had just gotten my first break in the case, a possible clue to the origins of the rifle that shot Curtis. That’s great. Thank you for cluing me in and calling for backup and not going it alone. Like you’ve never done the same. All right. That’s fair. Yeah. So what happened? You got stopped? More like intercepted by two men. Did they hurt you? No, but they were all business. One minute I’m outside on my way to arrange a meeting, the next, I’m in a room on the wrong side of a two-way mirror across from these strangers staring at me. You’re FBI? Why all the subterfuge, then? If you’re investigating the shooting of Curtis Ashford, we’re on the same side. What did they want? Your cooperation? Nope. They wanted me to back off.

How’s our boy doing? You know Curtis — holding it together for everyone else’s sake. And you? Well, I — I’ve never been one to believe in miracles, Stella. But I do believe in my son. Shame on you, Marshall. Miracles happen every day. Just look at how we’ve managed to remain friends. You mean in spite of what happened between us Christmas Eve?

[ Sighs ] It was just too much eggnog. I hate eggnog. All those memories of Irene. Yeah, maybe. But I felt something. And I got a sneaking suspicion you felt it, too. Something that can never, ever be. Hey, handsome.

[ Chuckles ] How’s it going? It’s going. Is there anything that I can do or I can get you maybe? Yeah. Would you get the rest of the family? Tell them I want to see them. Marty, please just listen to me. You have it wrong about Scott. I don’t care about Scott. I mean, of course I care about him. He’s my friend. But it’s not the same way I care about you. And — Listen, would you just call me? Please call me back. Or better yet, come — come to me. Come — Come see me. Because you’re absolutely right. I am different than your exes, and I-I just — I need the chance to prove it to you. Please, Honey Bunny, p-please, please, please. That’s all I ask. Give me the chance.

[ Sighs ] I just feel like I have so much I want to do and so much life left to live and… I would kind of like it if you would do it with me, be by my side?

Thank you for coming back to me. Damn it, Martin! Now you’re gonna make my mascara run.

[ Cries ] Oh, I knew you’d come back. Thank you.

What are you doing here? I thought you left. I can’t you move.

I get to Max’s office, and there’s Lucy telling my grandmother that Luke may have been the love of her life but that Laura was the love of his. And then she goes on to say that the reason my grandmother is alone is because she’s unlovable. Have a little compassion, a-a little sympathy. If that’s too much to ask, maybe a little basic tact. But no, not Lucy. She all but told my grandmother that she was grieving a man who never loved her, which is completely untrue. And Tracy knows that. I doubt what Lucy said hit her anywhere near as hard as it hit you. I disagree. My grandmother, she comes off tough, uncaring, even abrasive. But underneath it all, she’s got a really soft heart. She’s just trying to protect it. Oh, you want to know the worst part? There’s worse? The whole thing was a con. Lucy deliberately said those hurtful things to shine a spotlight on my grandmother’s loneliness so that Scott Baldwin, of all people, could swoop in and romance her. Yeah, but to what end? If I had to guess, to trick my grandmother into marriage so she’d have to pay him off with her Deception shares, you know, get rid of him. And then Scott would turn the shares back over to Lucy. Despicable, right? Not that that plan ever would have worked. I mean, my grandmother saw through those two right from the start.

[ Sighs ] But no one gets to do that to her without paying a price. Except you. It’s a totally different concept. Lucy does not deserve deception. Maxi does. Besides, I’m only scheming within the family. Same thing my grandmother would do to me. Calling an ambulance. No. You just said you couldn’t move. No ambulance. Tracy, please. They’ll just have to admit me, and then it’ll be impossible to get me out of there. If you die on my watch… I’m not dying. Not today, anyway. Can you sit? Mm. Yeah. I’ll help you. Move slowly.

[ Sighs ] Is there any medication you can take that would help?

[ Sighs ] What happened? I — I-I felt a twinge in my chest up in the restaurant. I got — I got short of breath. I thought maybe a little fresh air might help. But you can see how far I got.

[ Sighs ] I’m so sorry. I need to stay strong, at least until the wedding. Yes, you do. That is a can’t-miss event. I understand from Brook Lynn that you have been tapped to officiate. Yeah. I tried to decline, but Jason and Brook Lynn wouldn’t take no for an answer. Good. That’s settled. Now we just have to tank Olivia’s idea of a wedding cake. And wait till I tell you what Lois thinks. She — Tracy. Don’t do this. Besides being a father… being a doctor is what defines me most, being a…healer. And if my ability to practice medicine gets taken away, that — that becomes really scary because… who am I? We have this saying — “Recovery is a-a journey, not a destination.” Never has that been more true than it is today, because there’s no finish line for us. We’re never done. We just keep on going and try not to mess up too much along the way. Isn’t easy, is it? I feel like I’m doing it. I’m proud of myself for that. Okay, fam, listen up. Somebody means business. I do. No more fake smiles and forced positivity. Baby, we’re just trying to — I know. I know what you guys are trying to do. And I appreciate it. I love you guys for it. But it’s okay to be scared. It’s okay to be terrified that the procedure didn’t work, because God knows I am. But whatever happens today, good or — or — or otherwise, we just have to agree right now to accept it and move forward, whatever that looks like. Because I know one thing. No hospital or wheelchair can keep me down. Are we clear? We are clear. Crystal. I have never been prouder of anyone in my life. That’s how I feel when I look at you.

[ Stella chuckles ] Everything okay? Yeah. Everything is great. Dr. Martell wanted me to let you know that he’s on his way and then the examination will begin. Bring it on. Well, the feds are notorious at guarding their own turf, but — This was more than that. Jordan: I told you everything I know. Now it’s time to return the favor. We can’t risk you compromising the investigation. Listen to me. My ex-husband and of the best men you’ll ever meet almost died and is literally fighting to get back on his feet. I can help you find who’s responsible if you’re not too proud or territorial to let me.

[ Knock on door ] I couldn’t see who was on the other side of that door, but whoever it was put the fear of God into those agents. What were you thinking at this point? Truthfully, I was wondering just how far they were willing to go to keep me quiet. What was the resolution? How did you get out of there? Whoever that agent spoke to must have been calling the shots. What makes you say that? Because as soon as that door was closed again, everything changed.

[ Clears throat ] Thank you, Miss Ashford. We’re done here. I can go? We apologize for the inconvenience. There’s a car waiting right outside for you. Who was at the door? I’m afraid we can’t answer that. What the hell is going on? Trust us. It’s better for all involved if you stay out of it. Then that was it. I was walked to a Town Car and advised to stick to my desk at City Hall. Which, of course, you won’t. After that, not a chance. I see the gang’s all here. Yeah, Doc, I, uh, couldn’t have done it without them. And you’ll never have to. When you get out of that chair, we’ll be standing right beside you, cheering you on. Don’t you even think about kicking us out. Oh, I wouldn’t dare. That support can only be a plus. Good. Because that’s how this family rolls. I’m ready when you are. Okay. Bring it on.

Hey. Hi. Have you been out here the whole time? I have not. As much as I love you, and I really do, I still have a job. Yeah. I just knew the meeting was breaking up, and I wanted to wait for you. But if that feels like pressure, I — it’ll never happen again. I don’t feel pressure. I’m really glad you’re here. I’m grateful for you. What are you doing in here? Tracy cannot see us in here. She can’t walk in here and see us together. Well, I’d like to know what’s going on with you and Martin. Oh, isn’t that funny? That’s the same question he asked me about you. Well, that’s the million- dollar question. So, what’s the answer? I told him you were old — old news, that, specifically, you and I are old news. Old news, huh? Old hat? Is that how you see me, Lucy? Oh, down, boy. You know those baby-blue bedroom eyes of yours? They’re wasted on me. Well, you used to like these blue eyes in your boudoir. Don’t do that. Do what? You have a job to finish, and that’s what you’re going to do. Now, let’s get out there and finish it. Let’s go! Whatever’s going on between you and Scott Baldwin… I told you. …is none of my business. But Chase and Brook Lynn, they are my business. And their wedding needs to be perfect, Tracy, needs to be a joyous occasion that they can look back on and celebrate long after I — long after other things are forgotten. Forgetting will be impossible. So no more petty fighting with Lois and Olivia about the reception. No more arguing with Ned about anything, really. All that matters is that those two beautiful souls belong together and we all do everything we can to help make that happen. Do we understand each other? We do. How’s the breathing? Better, actually. So is my energy. Which is why you attempted to rile me up. Attempted? I think I succeeded.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Breathes deeply ] Now, that is what I’m talking about! Who did you visualize? Our building super. Lev? What did that guy ever do to you? He still hasn’t fixed our radiator. Come on! Yeah, it’s a little inconvenient, but — Inconvenient? You used to walk around our apartment in next to nothing. Now you’re constantly wearing sweats. Talk about frustrating. Oh. Poor baby. Well, maybe there’s something I can do to change that. You’re gonna ditch the sweats? No. And risk getting hypothermia in our own apartment? Unh-unh. But we can go to bed earlier, spend more time there together, generate body heat. Yeah, let’s do that… starting now. Yuri will be waiting for us outside. Yuri doesn’t have to do that. Yes, he does. I pay him. Well, Monica pays him. And she has assured me that if he’s not driving for her, he’s available to me. I just mean I can call a rideshare. Oh, congratulations on mastering the technology necessary to call a complete stranger with unknown driving ability to pick you up in their car and take you to a destination their GPS may or may not be able to find. Come on. You’re coming with me.

[ Sighs ] How does that feel? Surprisingly okay. I’m sorry I, uh, interrupted your time with Scott. You interrupted nothing. Really? It sure seemed like you were on a D-A-T-E. Just goes to show you, appearances can be deceiving. Let’s go.

Oh, wow. This is just great! All right, Lucy, just take it easy, will you? Hey, uh, Jesse, uh, i-is, uh, Tracy still here? She told me to tell you that something came up.

[ Chuckles ] Thanks. Wow. This is a record, even for you. The champagne is barely uncorked, and you ran Tracy off already. That’s because I was focused on you. Oh… Fortunately, I think we can still do some damage control. Give me your credit card. I beg your pardon? Give me your credit card. Hi. Um, yes. I-I would like to, um, order a dozen — No. You know what? Make it two dozen beautiful white roses. Mm-hmm. Right. Oh, um, they’re going to the, uh, Quartermaine mansion. You do? Of course you know the address. Um, card. Please say, “Until next time. XOXO Scott.” Oh, good. Thank you. Oh, right. Uh, hold on.

[ Snaps fingers ] Excuse me just one moment. Excuse me. I got it. Thank you for not letting me talk myself out of going to that meeting. I realized I needed to be around people who are in the same fight that I am. I hope my story gave them a little bit of encouragement, because they encouraged me every day. You know what I love most about you? There can’t be just one thing. Okay, you know one of the things I love most about you? Go on. Your generosity. I’m sure you helped those people in the meeting just like you help all of your patients. In one way or another, we’re going to prove that. We? Yeah, we. Kind of stuck with me.

The agents who nabbed me were clearly just messengers. Someone’s pulling the strings behind the scenes. And you want to out them? You know, taking on the feds is no small feat. You are actually going to need backup. Anna, there’s no telling where this will lead. That’s precisely my point. You have to admit, you’re going to need a second pair of eyes. Well, if you’re offering up yours, I’d be a fool to say no. Come on. Anna… Thank you. You’d do the same for me. In a heartbeat.

Surgery could not have gone better, but, as with any procedure… I know. I know. You didn’t want to get my hopes up. It doesn’t necessarily mean the spinal cord damage was repaired. I’m ready to find out.

[ Monitor beeping ]

Do you feel that?

No.

How about that? I felt that. What? Yes! Yes? Oh, my God! I’m not imagining. Doc, I felt something. Babe.

[ Chuckles ] Dr. Martell: This is great news. It’s no guarantee you’ll walk again, but… No, no, no, but i-it’s a start. It’s a good start. Portia: Yes!

[ Laughter ] Oh, my goodness.

[ Stella speaks indistinctly ]

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B&B Transcript Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Posted on January 23, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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Hope: Yep. Yeah, I just got back from visiting him. can I give you a call back? Yes. Okay, love you too. Bye. Hey, Thomas.

Thomas: Hey, Douglas left his math books. I figured he might need it for homework.

Hope: Great. Thank you.

Thomas: Yeah, I um– I don’t know. It’s– it’s been a second since our discussion the other night. I wanted to check in. It was kind of intense.

Hope: Yes, it was.

Thomas: Look, I know that I said that I’d give you time and I want to respect that. I just– I just wanna make sure you’re okay.

Poppy: You rented this place to RJ?

Bill: No, I didn’t rent it to RJ. Wyatt rented it to RJ.

Poppy: God. God, so I was right? The voice I heard, that was Luna. So, we’re in here in the bedroom and my daughter is out there in the living room.

Bill: Mm-hmm.

Luna: Mm. Did you hear that?

RJ: Hear what?

Luna: I don’t know. It sounds like someone’s in the house?

RJ: It’s probably just someone down by the beach.

Luna: No, I could have sworn that it was coming from the bedroom. There’s no way that anyone would be here, right? In one of the bedrooms?

RJ: No, no. What? Wyatt gave me the keys. I’m– I’m the one and only tenant. I mean, hey, if you wanted to, we could check the bedroom. You know, just to make sure. We haven’t really finished the tour yet.

Luna: No, you’re right. I’m sorry, I’ll stop being so jumpy.

RJ: No, hey, it’s fine. We have had our fair share of interruptions for the past couple of days. We’re good at it. No, but I– I completely– I get it. I understand. Nobody is going to interrupt us. No one’s gonna walk in on us. We have complete privacy here. Okay?

Hope: I was um, actually just telling my mom about my visit with Eric.

Thomas: Oh, yeah, Steffy and I were over there with Dad and your mom.

Hope: I’m just happy that uh, Eric is finally home.

Thomas: Yeah. Yeah, we were worried that we might not see him outside of a hospital bed again. And thankfully, uh, he’s kind of back to his old self. I mean, he’s– he’s weak, but he’s making jokes, getting everybody to laugh.

Hope: Oh, that Eric. He is an inspiration for us all. And his recovery is nothing short of a miracle.

Thomas: It really is a miracle. It’s just like the miracle of after all the bad choices I made, you somehow still open your heart to me.

Poppy: Here, put your shirt on, Bill.

Bill: Poppy, we’re good. They’re in the living room.

Poppy: Yes, but they can come in here any second and I don’t want my daughter seeing me like this.

Bill: Like what? All hot and sexy and grr.

Poppy: Here.

Bill: You know what? This is my house, all right? I’m doing some home maintenance.

Poppy: Yeah, right. You maintenance?

Bill: All right. Well, that’s a fair point. Although, I am pretty good with my hands.

Poppy: Well, then use them to help me with these buttons.

Bill: Only if you promise you unbutton them again later.

Poppy: You’re too much. Okay. How do we get outta here?

Bill: Well, let’s see. How about, uh, the door?

Bill: RJ and Luna will never know we were here.

Poppy: Thank you, Bill.

Bill: You’re welcome. Follow me.

Luna: Mom?

Hope: Thomas, we don’t need to get into all that right now.

Thomas: Yeah, no. I– I didn’t– Sorry, I didn’t mean to bring it up.

Hope: No, it’s just, I– I think today has been a really positive day. What with Eric finally getting out of the hospital and I’d just rather bask in that instead of dredging up all the other stuff.

Thomas: Yeah, I know. I’m sorry. We don’t have to ever discuss it again. Um, those mistakes from the past. They live inside of me, so I continue to learn from them, but I want nothing more than to move on from it all, together. And I miss you, Hope. I miss you very much.

RJ: Oh, my God. She is.

Luna: Mom, Mom. What are you doing here? And where are you coming from?

Bill: Oh, um, we were just hiking around outside a little bit. Uh, I was giving your mom kind of a tour of the place. I wanted to have a real sense of it before Wyatt leased it out and little did I know, he had already rented it to you.

RJ: Yeah. Yeah, he gave me the keys earlier today.

Bill: Right. You know, that’s– that’s my fault. I hadn’t checked my text messages until just now. so I– I had no idea that you’d already moved in.

RJ: No, it’s on– it’s on me. I just– I wanted to show Luna the place. I knew she was gonna love it.

Bill: Yeah, well, yeah, I mean, what’s not to love? It’s uh, it’s very magical. And a hell of a– of a shore break. I’m sure you’re gonna be very happy here, RJ.

RJ: Yeah. Yeah, me too.

Bill: Well, um, don’t let us interrupt you.

Poppy: Yeah, we’re– we’re really sorry. Um, we just thought it would be fun to see the beach house. And you know what? This is a great location. Like, the view is just stunning.

RJ: Yeah, no, it’s– it’s cool, it’s cool. We were– Luna and I were just getting settled in.

Bill: Enjoy the beach, and RJ…

RJ: Yeah.

Bill: Be good to this one. Luna is very special.

Luna: Oh, thank you, Bill. That’s very sweet of you to say.

RJ: Yeah, I couldn’t agree with you more. She is a– She’s a very, incredibly special girl. I’ll be spending a lot of time with you. But, uh, not today because you are right. You do own the place and I haven’t officially signed the lease yet. So we will be back another time, sir.

Bill: Oh, no, no, no. You don’t have to run off on my account.

Luna: No, really, really. It’s fine. And you and I will talk later, okay?

Poppy: Well, that was awkward. Stop laughing. It’s not funny.

Bill: It’s a little funny.

Poppy: It is not funny. It’s not funny.

Bill: And just like that, we’ve got the place all to ourselves.

Poppy: I can’t believe that just happened.

Bill: I don’t know who was more embarrassed, you or your daughter.

Poppy: We were both mortified. Do you think they knew that we were inside?

Bill: Absolutely. No, I’m– I’m teasing you. They didn’t have a clue.

Poppy: I don’t know.

Bill: What difference would it make anyway? Would it be so terrible if your daughter knew that you were having a good time?

Poppy: Yes, I should be setting a good example for my daughter, okay? We’ve only had two dates.

Bill: Uh, three dates, if you count -plus years ago.

Poppy: Technically, does that count as a date? I mean, we just happened to meet and–

Bill: Yeah, and spend many, many, many hours together. And, well, you might say it was, uh, life changing. At least for me.

Poppy: It was a night I could never forget. But you hear what I’m saying.

Bill: Yeah, no. Yes, of course. I mean, you know, you’re a quality parent and you want to set a good example for your daughter.

Poppy: I mean, not that Luna would be judgmental in any way and she’s obviously very fond of you.

Bill: Well, the feeling is mutual and you raised quite a daughter. And that’s a real tribute to you doing it all on your own. Luna has– has many wonderful qualities. She is– Look, she is who she is because of you.

Luna: Bill and my mom totally saw us kissing.

RJ: I don’t know. I mean, did– did we get busted?

Luna: Yes, the blinds were wide open and they were right by the window. Besides, I could tell by the way my mom was acting so weird.

RJ: Yeah. You know, Bill was definitely doing a lot of talking and she wasn’t saying much.

Luna: Yeah, she was way too quiet. What were they even doing there? What, Bill just so happened to be showing her the house?

RJ: They, uh, seemed just as surprised as we were, I guess.

Luna: I mean, I’m sure my mom felt horrible and didn’t want to intrude.

RJ: That was nuts.

Luna: We finally had a place to ourselves, RJ. An entire house and guess who shows up out of the blue? My mother, my mother!

RJ: It was– it was kind of hilarious though.

Luna: No, it’s not funny.

RJ: No, you should’ve– Okay, you should have seen the expression on your face. You were just sitting there and you were like…

Luna: I did not look like that.

RJ: Yes, you did, yes you– Actually, it was even worse… She turned and you were just like, oh!

Luna: Oh, my God. All we wanted was some time alone together.

RJ: We did, we did and we are O for three.

Luna: We just can’t seem to catch a break.

Hope: What you told me was… shocking, to say the least. And, um, I’m still trying to process all of that.

Thomas: Of course.

Hope: But it’s also not just about you. These past few weeks, they, um– Have brought up a lot of pain for me. That time in my life that I have tried to move past. Those painful memories. Um, not having my daughter. All the things that were done to try to keep her away from me. Uh, yeah, that is a part of my story and Thomas, I can’t just pretend like it didn’t happen. But I also don’t want to be ruled by my past. I mean, look at my life. I have so much to be grateful for. I have a beautiful daughter and our amazing son. And I just am trying to focus on them. Focus on– on happiness, on myself and– and what is best for– for all of us. And that is, uh, why I asked for a little more time.

Thomas: Sure. Yeah.

Hope: But I– I don’t want you to think that I– That I’ve stopped caring for you because actually, um, uh, my mother was here the other day after you left and I actually told her that she needs to stop fighting our relationship.

Thomas: You did?

Hope: Yes, I did.

Thomas: Well, you have no idea how happy that makes me. How beautiful it is that you still believe in me.

Poppy: Today did not work out as planned, did it?

Bill: We could pick up where we left off. I will have those locks changed but quick.

Poppy: I think this place belongs to RJ now, at least until his lease is up.

Bill: Yeah. Lucky kid. Well, I’m– I’m glad that Luna will be spending more time here.

Poppy: Yeah, me too. I mean, this really is a magical place and Luna and RJ, they really are so sweet together. And look what we did. We ruined their little date.

Bill: What are you talking about? They ruined our little date.

Poppy: It’s true. Do you think Luna will ever let me live this down?

Bill: It could have been a lot worse. She could have walked in on a bit of action.

Poppy: Don’t even put that out there.

Bill: I don’t think they’re gonna be back, you know? We could just pick up where we left off.

Poppy: Seeing my daughter kind of killed the mood. I like this.

Bill: I meant what I said earlier. You’re a remarkable woman. And I look forward to many, many, many more dates together. And getting to know Luna better as well.

Luna: I feel like we might be cursed.

RJ: We might be. We definitely have some bad luck when it comes to being alone.

Luna: Yeah, I just keep expecting someone to walk in on us. Between here and your mom’s place?

RJ: I know. I know. I just want to kiss you so bad.

Luna: Yeah, but as soon as our lips get within three inches of each other…

RJ: I know, bam door opens every single time.

Luna: I know, I wonder who it will be next time. Whatever. I just say we go for it.

RJ: Yeah?

Luna: Yeah, I mean, it’s risky, but it’s worth it.

RJ: Do you think it’s safe?

Hope: I mean, I haven’t forgotten. Everything we’ve shared, so many wonderful times.

Thomas: Together, we can do anything. Okay. Beautiful. You’ve blown me away with your big heart. Your generosity and forgiving spirit. It’s just amazing to me. And you still have that ring on your necklace. Know what that means to me? Hope. Hope for us. Hope for our future because of your forgiveness, because of your generosity. You’ve gotten me to a place where I feel like I’m maybe actually worthy of you, worthy of your love. And Hope, I love you so much. And I miss you. I miss touching you. I miss holding you. I miss kissing you.

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Days Transcript Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[suspenseful music]

Oof. Oh! Well, what’s the story?

The doctor’s held up in surgery. But they will let you know as soon as she’s ready to see you.

Oh, held up? Well, I don’t like the sound of that. No medical complication I hope, but are you sure she knows what she’s doing?

Oh, she certainly does. This woman has the top honors from some of the best med schools in the country.

[elevator bell rings]

Oh.

Hi, you two.

[chuckling] Hey.

I hope I didn’t keep you waiting.

No, no, baby, you’re right on the dot, sweetheart. It’s the doctor that’s making us wait.

And it’s driving your mother a bit crazy.

OK, well, they should be ready to see you soon. And I know that you are stressed out and anxious about all this, but everything is going to be OK.

[sighs] Is that a promise?

It is a promise.

You know, why don’t we all just relax and wait and–oh. “USA Tribune,” anyone?

No, no. I’d rather just check out “The Spectator.”

What do you think?

Thank you. It’s good. Yeah, it’s really good. I think the mayor’s going to be really happy.

Yeah. Well, she’s an incredible lady. And what she’s done for the city is so impressive.

I agree. I reached out to her office for reaction, but I haven’t heard back yet.

[sighs]

So? How’s the drug exposé going?

[notification chimes]

Good, good. Hold on.

What is it?

Oh. Speaking of, newly released mug shots of all the drug dealers.

Yeah?

Yeah.

Let’s take a look.

Look at that.

Wow, that’s an interesting group, to say the least.

[chuckles] Yeah, I’m surprised your brother’s not there.

[tense music]

[door opens]

Good afternoon.

Oh, hello there.

You look very engrossed.

Yeah, I’m just going over some numbers for the paper.

Is Victoria still napping?

She is. I’ve got her baby monitor right here in case she wakes up. What’s all that there, Little Miss I hate grocery shopping?

[chuckles] Well, among very many other things, we got neeps and tatties and whisky.

For our Burns Night.

Yeah.

I’m not sure I can wait.

For what?

For our feast, of course.

Right.

[chuckles] Right.

It’s so nice having someone else in the house who knows how to cook.

Well, don’t get too excited. You haven’t had my meal yet.

Well, all I’m trying to say is that it’s just nice to have you here, cooking or not cooking.

[soft dramatic music]

It’s nice to be here. I should put the groceries away.

Hope you enjoyed it. Be sure to come back. That was dismal.

That was our worst lunch since we’ve opened.

[Ava sighs] You think bad word of mouth is finally killing us?

Yeah. Well, if so, it’s not going to be a slow death thanks to that police raid.

[Stefan sighs] Which is why I called Stephanie Johnson to do some PR– we need damage control.

OK. Well, we’re going to need a hell of a lot more than just some good PR to get out of this mess.

Yeah, we need to stay up and running, so we can avoid suspicion.

All while we do Clyde Weston’s dirty work.

Yeah.

Hi there!

Stephanie, hi.

I’m a little early. I hope that’s OK.

That’s fine. Our lunch crowd just left.

Mm.

Crowd? What crowd? There were three people here.

Oh, well, that’s too bad.

Yeah.

So why is that? And how can I help?

OK. Well, as I told you on the phone, we– when we first reopened the Bistro, we were doing fantastic business, right? And then, we had the New Year’s Eve bash. And that was a huge success. And everything was just wonderful. We had great online reviews.

And now?

Oh, and now, we’ve gone from five stars to zero stars overnight. We need you to turn that around.

[dramatic music]

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

You remember that I’m going to the hospital today, right?

I do. Yeah, you mentioned they’re short-staffed, and you’re covering some shifts.

Yeah, I didn’t step up last year. So I have to get back into rotation.

No problem. I’ve got Victoria covered. Although, you should know I’m going to take her into the office later today when she wakes up.

I didn’t know that you had a meeting.

I don’t. I just want to go in there and see what’s happening.

I mean, you trust Chad, don’t you? Especially now that you have that new editor-in-chief, it seems like all of your bases are covered.

Yeah. I mean, it’s not that I don’t trust Chad. He seems to be doing a bang-up job. It’s just–I don’t know. When you’re that close to everything, sometimes you miss the small things that help the bottom line.

I mean, like off-label K-cups and generic ink cartridges.

I wouldn’t quite go that far, but there’s always staffing issues, expense accounts, payments to sources.

Now, you remember what happened last time you were solely focused on profits.

Yes, I remember all too well. And I’m sure this will sound hollow because I’ve said it so many times before and gone back on my word. But Sarah, I am a new me.

[soft dramatic music]

That doesn’t sound hollow to me at all.

Thanks for that. For taking me at my word when you have absolutely no reason to. But I’m more motivated than ever to be a stand-up person. I mean, having a sweet little girl in my life, and you, it makes me want to be a better person and to succeed. So I’m just looking to grow a legitimate business in legitimate ways.

I’m really happy to hear that. Especially for our little girl. It’s a new you. Uh, I should go. I got to go.

All right.

[clears throat]

Um, have a great day at the hospital.

[Xander sighs]

Do I detect a smile?

[chuckles] I’m just reading about how well things went on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

You were wonderful, Mama.

Yes, you were. Articulate, charming as you always are.

[chuckles]

[notification chimes]

[suspenseful music]

The doctor can see me now.

All right. Hold this.

Oh, yeah.

[indistinct chatter]

Well, since the bust at the Bistro went bust, no alliteration needed. I didn’t really expect to see him.

Why did the bust go bust? Do you think Stefan could have been tipped off?

I don’t know. It’s possible.

The witnesses who were there said he and Ava looked totally shocked when the cops showed up.

Yeah. Were they willing to be quoted?

Yeah, got releases.

Enough for a story?

I mean, I still need to do a little more digging, but I’m close. I really think it’s our responsibility to bust this thing wide open.

Yeah. Well, with what you do and as good as you are, I’m sure we can.

Mm.

I was here New Year’s Eve. And it was a great party.

Right. Yeah, you were here with that tall guy. Lynch, right?

Yeah, Everett Lynch, “The Spectator’s” new editor-in-chief.

We met him that night.

Yeah. And he also investigated the overdose of Holly Jonas.

The whole reason for that ridiculous raid.

Look, I understand your frustration.

Frustration? No, no, no, no. We’re beyond that. It’s downright infuriating at this point. I mean, the city, they’ve cracked down on everything. But for some reason, we are one of their main targets.

Right. And they left here with nothing but their guns drawn.

Right. And I know that business-wise, it can be very damaging since when people hear the word raid, they tend to stay away.

Yeah, in droves, in our case.

So the question is, how do we get everybody to forget, or even not give a damn that there was a raid in the first place, right? How do we erase that from their minds?

Well, I put together some ideas after you called, Ava.

OK, I’m eager to hear.

Right. So first, we need to immediately add photos from New Year’s Eve to the website. I assume you have some from that night.

We do. What about the rave reviews?

You know what? Why don’t I just write some fake ones? You know, people do that a lot.

They do, but I don’t like that idea. I think some really good photos should suffice of people having a really good time, celebrating, maybe some photos of the food you were serving?

Mm.

I got pictures of the buffet table.

Great. And we need to make sure that there is no more talk of the raid, anywhere. If any comments or posts pop up, I can delete them or contact whoever posted them on your behalf and let them know the indignity that you’ve suffered. As well as maybe mention that you’re considering a lawsuit against the Salem PD.

Now, that is an interesting idea.

So as soon as we get rolling, just let me know as soon as possible what kind of promotions you’re up for. Basically, whatever you’re willing or able to give away. And don’t forget to comp something for your regulars– you know, a drink, a dessert, the whole check even, so that they feel a part of the Bistro family.

Absolutely. OK. So you think that’s going to be enough?

[suspenseful music]

There might be something else I can do.

Hello, gentlemen.

Oh, hey, Xander.

Hey.

Oh, who else we got here?

Yeah, Victoria and I are teaming up today.

Yes, I can see that. Hi. Hi. Hi.

How are you?

[baby cooing]

What a gorgeous kid.

Yeah, she takes after her mom.

Fortunately.

[laughter]

What brings you by?

Victoria and I were just in the neighborhood. And she thought we should pop in and say hello.

Well, we were just taking a look at the latest edition. Have you seen it?

No, I haven’t had a chance to, actually.

Take a look.

Thank you.

[clears throat] Oh, wow. This is your byline, Everett?

It is.

Well, that’s excellent. I particularly like the way you’ve highlighted our sponsorship of the event.

Yeah, speaking of sponsorship opportunities, I have another one.

Oh, yeah? What’s that?

Well, Wendy Shin left me a message this morning. She said something about there being a geocaching scavenger hunt in the city. It’s going to be probably on Valentine’s Day. It’s already in the works.

Well, if that’s already in the works, then why do we need to throw money at it? I don’t know. It sounds like a bad call to me.

Now, we have to wait for my prescription. Oh. Ugh.

Well, the nurse said they should be ready in about minutes or so.

And what exactly are they giving me?

Pain meds, I think. And Mama, I could tell that you didn’t really like Dr. Siegel. So maybe we could look into getting you another endocrinologist and getting a second opinion.

This is not about opinion, baby. Those pathology reports, they don’t lie. And I forgive Dr. Siegel for not being warm and fuzzy. Her only obligation is to be honest with her patients and to offer the best treatments available.

Well, she could have been a bit more compassionate.

True. But right now, I want to concentrate on what I have to do to get well. And just so you both know, I pretty much expected I was going to get this diagnosis. And because I’ve been doing a lot of reading on all the different types of cancers and all the amazing, you know, advanced treatments, I’m ready to do whatever I have to do to get cured.

And we are ready to do whatever we have to do to help you through this.

Yeah, I know that. I know that. And I admit that before I knew what was actually ailing me, why I’d been having all these symptoms I’ve been experiencing, I was– well, as you both know. very scared.

[soft dramatic music] I’m hoping against hope that there was nothing seriously wrong with me, hoping that it wasn’t cancer. But now that I know that it is, well, strangely enough, um… I’m actually feeling stronger and hopeful. And I am so very grateful to know that I have my wonderful daughter and husband by my side.

Always, Mama, always.

Sweetheart, we are going to go through this together…

Yes.

As a family.

Yes. And I am so proud of you, Mama. So proud.

Well, then minutes and a half– now.

I’ll go check with the desk about your meds.

Oh, please just tell them I just want to get my prescription so I go home and relax.

OK, I will, Mama. I’ll let them know.

[soft dramatic music]

My little girl. Is she a treasure or what?

She is a treasure.

[sighs] Well, speaking of little girls, have you been able to reach Nicole about Holly?

I was. I was, and I gave her all love. She was getting on the plane.

Oh, taking that little girl to see a specialist in Italy. Oh, I am praying for Holly. And I’m praying for her Mama too.

Hey, Johnny. It’s me. I am at the hospital with Mama and Abe waiting for her meds. And we got her diagnosis. And it turns out that it is what we were all worried about. So you know Mama. She’s acting all tough and stoic, as usual. But I just don’t know how much of that is for my benefit and Abe’s. And I just– I really need you, Johnny. I need to see you. I love you.

Hey, Chanel.

Hi. Hi, Sarah.

Is everything OK?

No, not really. We just finished seeing Mama’s doctor. And she got her biopsy results. And it turns out that it’s thyroid cancer.

Oh, I’m so sorry.

Yeah, Mama, she’s– she’s being really brave. And I’m just really scared.

I understand that. Is there–is there anything I can do?

Well, could you maybe talk to Mama? I know I said that she’s being brave, but I just feel like it might help her to get a little reassurance from you.

Absolutely. Let me get a little bit of information first. I’ll look at her chart. And then, yeah, absolutely.

Thank you.

Of course.

So is that why you’re here? To put the kibosh on an opportunity for good press?

I’m here to put the kibosh on wasting money. I mean, two major sponsorships in less than a month? Correct me if I’m wrong, boys, but doesn’t that smack of desperation?

Oh, I see it as an opportunity for community relations.

I see it as pandering for respectability. And since both of you seem to think there are no financial constraints to be adhered to, let’s go over some numbers, shall we?

OK, so what? So this is the real reason why you’re in the neighborhood? So you can come by and rap us on the knuckles for whatever it is you perceive to be pandering or, what, financial irresponsibility?

I’m not here to rap anyone’s knuckles, Chad. I’m just here for some clarity on recent expenditures. For instance, when I was going over the books earlier, I noticed a $, unaccounted for withdrawal. Care to explain?

Yeah, that was for me. To grease the palms of possible informants.

Really?

Yeah.

grand?

Mm-hmm.

When a few bottles of gin might have sufficed?

It’s fine. I said–

Hello, boys! Oh!

Leo.

And hello to you, you little doll.

[baby giggling] Victoria, isn’t it?

It is.

Well, Victoria, I want you to know that Lady Whistleblower will never write an unkind word about you because you are just too darn cute.

[baby giggling]

I’m sure she’s very relieved.

As well she should be. And boys, I am so thrilled to be back working with you three insanely, hunky gentlemen whose charm and charisma at least partially make up for the fact that you’re all breeders.

Well, what makes up for you being highly annoying and often obnoxious is that you, unlike some people, don’t squander “The Spectator’s” money. You actually bring it in.

[quirky tense music]

As you know, my date on New Year’s Eve is the editor-in-chief of “The Spectator.”

Oh, he was your date on New Year’s Eve.

Oh, yeah. Everett and I have a history in Seattle, actually.

And that was before Chad, right?

Right. And Chad and I ended things very amicably, fortunately. So “The Spectator” is another one of my clients with contract still in hand. And since Chad and I are on good terms, and Everett has a fair amount of clout there, that definitely helps us to get some positive publicity out there for the Bistro.

OK.

Right. And since Chad, co-owner of “The Spectator,” is my brother, and we are also on good terms, last time I checked, I’m going to go have a chat with him. I’m also going to stop by and see Gabi, so you two finish brainstorming. And I’ll catch up with you when I’m done.

I’ll see you later.

See you later.

Yeah.

OK.

[mysterious dramatic music] Well, so you two?

Yeah, we two. Match made in heaven.

[tense music]

Thank you. So Dr. Siegel is known for her medical skills, not so much her interpersonal ones.

Well, yeah. Well, medical skills are the most important, obviously. And she was fine, very direct. She didn’t try to sugarcoat anything.

No, no, no. Yeah, she would never do that.

Well, that’s fine. That’s fine with me because I don’t want anyone feeling sorry for me– trying to paint a rosy picture when–when it’s not so rosy.

No, I agree. I think sugarcoating a patient’s diagnosis is really unfair to them. However, I do feel like when you’re telling somebody that they have a serious illness, that you should be there. I think it’s our job as physicians. So I just wanted to let you know that Dr. Evans or any other psychiatrist in this hospital will be more than happy to help you through this.

Oh, thank you, Sarah. And I will keep that in mind.

Yes, because I do know that hearing the word cancer is just very upsetting itself, even if we catch it early, and it’s treatable or– it’s treatable and curable, as it is in your case.

Right, right. And as I told my daughter and Abe, I’ve been reading articles about all the new advances in cancer treatment and as well as the way it can affect a person psychologically.

Right. And I’m glad that you’re educating yourself, but just make sure that the websites you’re checking out are reputable.

Oh, I have been careful about that. But thank you for the warning. And I’ll understand I’ll be needing surgery.

You will. Yes, a thyroidectomy. And I’m sure you know from your research that you can live a very full, long life without a thyroid, as long as you take the medication to replace the hormones that your body is no longer producing.

Oh, yeah, yeah, right, right. Yeah, I read that. I read that too. But actually, I’m glad I’m going to need surgery. I mean, that sounds a lot better than that word, inoperable, right?

Yes, it does. It does. And there may be some unforeseen complications. But other than that, it is a pretty straightforward procedure.

And those complications, just what might they be, Sarah?

[suspenseful music]

Well, I have to admit, I am very impressed. Thank you for putting this together on such short notice.

Stamping out fires is part of my job.

Yeah, PR spin. I bet you’re constantly on-call, huh?

Yeah, available /.

[Ava chuckles]

It must damper your social life then, huh?

Oh, well, it can, but my job is the priority.

Mm. But come on, I mean, hard-working girl like you, I mean, you got to let loose every once in a while, right? Go to the pub. Block out that pressure with a drink or two?

Very rarely.

[soft tense music] I’m sorry, where are we going with this?

A little sleepover with Harris?

Harris Michaels?

You know another Harris in Salem?

Well, thank you, Mr. Cook, for your generous assessment of my contribution, which I hope is not only monetary to this venerated publication, AKA “The Spectator.”

No, it is not just monetary, Leo. I was very impressed on your piece for MLK Day.

Yeah, everybody was. Your insights and creativity and sensitivity touched a lot of people.

I didn’t actually get the chance to compliment you personally, Leo. But well done, Stark.

Wow, thank you. All of you. It is very gratifying, not to mention ego-boosting, to be appreciated not only for my extraordinary sense of humor and quick wit.

Well, you’re sort of humorous, sort of funny. But you can add a damn good writer to that list.

[chuckles] Chadwick! I am now blushing, which I have not done since my sixth grade friend Sandra said that I was the most handsome boy in all of middle school. Obviously, she was not my type, but I turned beet red and fell into immediate platonic love.

Touching story. What have you got for us today?

[sighs] Photos, actually, from New Year’s Eve. Councilman Fields was a little tipsy when he left the bash at Julie’s place. He dropped his phone in the parking lot and– well, let’s just say that I found it. And since old guys don’t believe in passcodes, take a peek.

Oh, wow.

Naked as a jaybird. Who knew? Wouldn’t a blind eye to just be the juiciest?

Yeah. I mean, what goes on between consenting adults?

Well–

Come on.

Gossip sells, Everett. We need the subscribers. Unless we’re getting an infusion of DiMera cash.

How about a Kiriakis cash?

The hell did I just walk into?

[suspenseful music]

A better question would be what are you doing here, Stefan?

I need a private moment with you.

I know Harris told you about that night. It was a mistake that I deeply regret. I had too much to drink, as I’m sure you also know. And aside from that kiss, which I’m pretty sure I instigated, it didn’t go any further.

Mm. Maybe you’re not a great kisser.

Or he’s one hell of a guy.

Yeah. He’s one hell of a great guy, actually–

[suspenseful music] Just not right for me. And, uh… even though I’m claiming that your little rendezvous… is why I broke it off… I was actually seeing someone behind his back.

Stefan.

Well, I mean, he is pretty hot.

And married.

And his wife’s in prison. And there’s no conjugal visits. And with us working together here, getting the business going, you know, you get the picture.

I do, but you don’t need to explain. That is none of my business.

True. And what happened between you and Harris is none of mine. Not anymore. So you can have him if you want him. I give you my permission.

Well, with all due respect, Ava, I don’t need your permission to do anything. Nor am I interested in Harris. So what do you say you and I get back to business?

So the nodule that we biopsied was cancerous, as you know, but the good news is it didn’t spread to any of your lymph nodes.

Right, right. Yeah, I was told that too.

And the symptoms that you’re experiencing, they’re normal– the localized pain, coughing, sore throat, difficulty swallowing– which is why your doctor prescribed you a pain medication to be used as needed. And then, we will schedule surgery to have that nodule removed.

Oh, well, I do hope that it happens soon. I want to get this done as quickly as possible.

Oh, of course, yes. I believe we have time this week.

Oh, good.

How long will she have to be in the hospital?

I just–a day or two at the most. And then, once you’ve healed from surgery, your doctor will decide if you need any additional treatment.

Oh, right. And one more thing that I did not look up online, what is the survival rate for thyroid cancer?

Oh, it’s a very curable, very treatable type of cancer. And I believe the five-year survival rate is over %.

[sighs] I like those odds!

Oh, we all like those odds.

[laughter] So if you have any other questions, just feel free to ask.

Oh, just one more.

[suspenseful music] Can you be my doctor, Sarah, please?

Well? Why do you need privacy?

Because Chad, I’m appealing to you as my brother and because your hotshot editor in there is doing a piece on the drug raids, including the one done in the Bistro in which Ava and I were falsely accused, probably because the owner’s a DiMera.

Alongside a Vitali.

OK. You understand the bad press our family’s gotten for decades.

Not undeserved.

[tense music]

[sighs] If you can step off your high horse just for a second and look at the facts here and remember that the cops found nothing illegal or incriminating in that ill-advised little venture of theirs, OK? But just the slightest mention of a raid at the Bistro kills us. I mean, we’re already dealing with the fallout with dozens of canceled reservations.

Holly Jonas OD’s on the loading dock, Stefan.

There is no proof of guilt on our part. My God, Chad, you– you think I’m lying to you?

Honestly, Stefan, I don’t know what to believe.

OK. Well, maybe I can remind you of a situation that you were in that’s similar, even maybe more dire.

What are you talking about?

I’m talking about when you were accused of being the Necktie Killer.

That’s completely irrelevant.

How is that irrelevant? I mean, come on. You were completely innocent, yet that almost ruined your life. So if anybody understands what it’s like to be vilified unjustly, it’s you.

Oh, I would love to be your doctor, Paulina. But you really would be in much better hands with a specialist, an endocrinologist.

[sighs] Well, you can’t blame a girl for asking.

And I am very flattered to be asked. But regardless, I’m here for you as a doctor, as a friend, anything you need, anytime, all right?

Mm-hmm.

Now, I probably should get back to my rounds. And your medication is ready at the desk, all right?

Mm-hmm.

Thank you.

[soft dramatic music]

So you’re feeling better, Madam Mayor?

Oh, yeah. Like I told you, I am a very lucky woman to have two of the best people I know by my side. Because we have got this, don’t we? both: We got this.

[laughter]

OK. And let’s make sure that the blind item is truly blind.

I kind of wish I was right now. Councilman Fields is not exactly easy on the eyes, is he?

Mm.

Ugh.

So?

He wants us to kill the story, right?

So he asked us to keep the Bistro out of it.

To which you said no, right? Your journalistic integrity and all.

Chad, an overdose on the docks behind the Bistro, that is germane to the story to say the least.

Yeah. We’re going to kill that too.

[tense music]

What? Excuse me?

Yep, we have plenty without it. There’s no point in vilifying Stefan if he’s innocent, so we’ll go with the arrest and the raid.

This doesn’t make any sense, Chad.

Yeah. Well, my name is on the masthead. It makes sense to me.

I’m sorry. Excuse me. What the hell did your brother just say to you?

The Bistro, the OD, everything, it’s out of the piece–period.

Damn it, Chad! That is outrageous. Not only is it outrageous, it is unfair to Holly Jonas. It is unfair to every single victim of the people who are perpetrating this. How can you not see that?

Yeah, how can you not see that I call the shots? Now, get back to work.

[baby crying] And you, stay in your own lane from now on.

[sighs] Keep it down, mate.

[baby crying] Come on, baby. We’re getting you out of here.

[baby crying]

So you’ll do what you have to do.

Listen. This is an assault on the integrity of this paper.

Do what you have to do, Everett.

Well…

[sighs] OK. I will.

So boss, we have a handshake deal on these ideas?

I’m going to make an executive decision and say, yes, we have a deal.

Oh, so all is good.

Oh, all is better than good. Trust me.

Oh, I do trust you implicitly. And I have a bit of great news myself. Chad has agreed to keep any mention of the Bistro out of “The Spectator” story.

Oh, great.

Fantastic. That is a huge help. So I will get the budget and proposal ready. And I will get it to both of you tomorrow.

Great. You have no idea this makes us so happy. Right, babe?

Right.

See you.

[Ava chuckles]

[soft dramatic music]

Well, we are– we’re really good liars.

Yeah, we are in a class of our own.

Mm.

That is cause for celebration. Although, you did say you were going to go see Gabi before you went to go see Chad. So how did that go?

Yeah, she’s back in her cell, keeping her ears open for anything we might want to hear.

OK. Good.

Yeah. Apparently, Lucas Horton is the newest patient in the men’s infirmary.

Really? What happened?

He got the pulp beat out of him by Weston’s flunkies, who they believe he ratted on. So believe me when I say Lucas is going to want to eliminate Weston by any means necessary.

Good. I hope he does.

You and I both. I also told Gabi about our fake affair.

And?

And she doesn’t love the idea, but she says it’s a good cover.

Yeah.

As long as we don’t take it too far.

Oh, your wife doesn’t trust me?

Not for a minute, but she trusts me.

[Ava chuckles]

OK. All right, then why don’t we have some drinks? Let’s toast to all this good news, yeah?

I’ll pop a Prosecco.

All right.

[suspenseful music] Oh, I missed a voicemail. I should probably turn the ringer back on. OK. Well, that was Rafe. And he wants us down at the station.

OK. Well, you can tell him we’ll be there as soon as we are good and ready.

[cork pops]

[chuckles] Yeah. Well, he said that it needs to be today, so maybe we should postpone the celebration.

[Stefan sighs] Why not?

[sighs] That’s a good one.

Mm.

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Y&R Transcript Monday, January 22, 2024

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Daniel: Right on time.

Heather: You said it was important. Lucy isn’t around?

Daniel: No, um, she is, uh, out for the afternoon, after school thing.

Heather: Oh, right. Um, watercolor class. She’s probably gonna be an artist like her dad.

Daniel: Right. Um, please sit down. Here, let me take your coat.

Heather: Okay, great. So?

Daniel: Do you want a water or something?

Heather: No, I’m– I’m good. I’m good.

Daniel: Are you sure? I mean, I can make coffee.

Heather: I don’t think you invited me over here to hydrate.

Daniel: Yeah. Um, no, you’re right. No, I– I did not. Um… you know, the other night, you, uh, well, you dropped the L-bomb on me and then you just left. I don’t really know what to do with that.

Heather: Okay. Well, maybe I can help you.

Victoria: Hello, Mom. How are you?

Nikki: Oh, hi, darling. Join me.

Victoria: I would love to, but I’m just ordering some food to go. I just have so much to get done today.

Nikki: Now, you can’t spare minutes for your mother?

Victoria: Mom, I wish I could.

Nikki: It won’t work.

Victoria: What won’t work?

Nikki: The excuses.

Victoria: I’m not.

Nikki: Yes, you are. You’re trying to avoid me and I think I know why. ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪

Adam: Our, uh, E-Ventures negotiation is on track. Nick and I have been working with the acquisition team to facilitate a move to the Newman umbrella.

Victor: Excellent work.

Adam: Well, I could not have done it without my brother.

Victor: Do you know how much I like to hear that?

Adam: That’s why I said it.

Victor: You know, you may think it’s corny, but I– I can feel the different energy in the building. More trust, collaboration, all of that.

Adam: Nick and I have done all that?

Victor: My sons and the family working together instead of against each other. It warms the cockles of my heart, son.

Adam: Well, I think it’s making a big difference to all of us, Dad and we have you to thank for, dare I say, pretty much strong arming us into it.

Victor: I’ll make a promise to you. If you and your brother continue to bury your animosities, you’ll move mountains together.

Sally: Hey there.

Nick: Hey.

Sally: Coffee break?

Nick: Mm-hmm. Yeah.

Sally: Wasn’t Sharon’s launch party great?

Nick: It was.

Sally: Yeah, what she’s doing with Cassidy First is just really inspiring.

Nick: It really is.

Sally: And you and Adam working together, it’s also inspiring.

Nick: You mean because it didn’t, uh, end in a cage fight?

Sally: Well, I mean, from what Adam said, I’m sensing a real breakthrough.

Nick: Well, Adam is, uh, clearly keeping you well informed. Showing up to Sharon’s launch party wasn’t just a casual date, huh? Looks like you two are giving your relationship another shot.

Sally: Adam and I have been reconnecting. I’m not exactly sure of the status, but it seems like it might be headed in that direction.

Nick: Are you happy? Then, I’m happy for you.

Sally: Really?

Nick: Yeah, I am. You’ve always led with your heart and uh, speaking from experience, right or wrong, you go where your heart takes you. And it’s taking you to him. So… I’m really pulling for you two this time.

Sally: I’m so sorry for the pain that I’ve caused you.

Nick: It’s okay, seriously. We’re good.

Sally: Okay. Friends?

Nick: Okay. Friends.

Sally: Thank you.

Nick: What?

Sharon: You’re hurting more than you’re letting on, aren’t you?

Victoria: How are you doing? Are you still worried about Seth?

Nikki: I am tired of people tiptoeing around me. Worried that I’m gonna take a drink or that they might say something that will send me into some kind of an episode.

Victoria: Mom.

Nikki: I am so sorry that all of you have to feel that way.

Victoria: I have every faith in you. You’re going to beat this and you know that I’m gonna be there for you no matter what, right?

Nikki: I do. And I’m very grateful. But it seems that I have a small battalion of people who want to support my recovery. All I want to do now is be here for you. So, what is going on with Claire?

Victoria: I don’t want to burden you.

Nikki: It’s not a burden. If anything, it would be very helpful. I have been coddled and protected so much lately, it would feel wonderful to be useful. So, darling, please. If anything is troubling you, anything at all, I want to know about it.

Victoria: And I would love to tell you. Although, for the first time, in a while, Claire is actually not my main concern. Dad is.

Adam: I’m grateful that you trust Nick and me to be co-CEO’s. But I’m even more grateful for an opportunity to prove myself. To you, to the family, to all the doubters. And I’m gonna enjoy this, every minute of it, for as long as it lasts.

Victor: What’s that supposed to mean?

Adam: Come on, Dad. We know that this is a temporary gig. Victoria waltzes back in here. She wants her job back. It’s gonna be musical chairs all over again and someone might end up out on their ass.

Victor: Son, I understand Victoria’s decision, but that doesn’t mean that I will use you and your brother as placeholders.

Adam: Okay. That’s easy to say now, but when the time comes, I assume all bets are gonna be off,

Victor: Sit down. I’m gonna say it once. Your place at my company is secure. You got that?

Adam: Understood.

Victor: But don’t you give me a reason to change my mind.

Adam: No, those days are gone, okay? I’m with you. All in, %. Things are going well in every facet of my life. Personal and professional. I’m not about to screw that up.

Daniel: You can understand my confusion, right?

Heather: Well, at least one of us isn’t confused. I meant it. I’m falling back in love with you.

Daniel: Yeah. Um… I don’t know what to do with that.

Heather: You don’t have to say anything. Just keep it in your pocket for a rainy day. You know, Heather loves me. Heather really loves me.

Daniel: So that– that kiss on New Year’s?

Heather: I’m glad it made an impression.

Daniel: You– you said that you were just in the moment.

Heather: Okay. It surprised me as much as it surprised you. Okay. And then it kept me up at night and I started asking myself why did I do that? And what– what do I really want? And I realized I don’t want that moment to end. I wanna string all the moments together and see where it takes us.

Daniel: Yeah, but Heather, I’m with Lily now.

Heather: I’m well aware. I know. But hypothetically, if– if you weren’t with Lily, would you and I have a chance?

Daniel: Okay. Um… I think if I wasn’t involved with Lily, we would have a chance. But Lily is in my life.

Heather: Are you in love with her?

Daniel: She is– she– We care a lot for each other.

Heather: But are you in love with her?

Daniel: You know, our relationship just hasn’t reached that level yet.

Heather: Okay. Look, Daniel, if you genuinely want that and– and you see love ahead for you and Lily, I’ll respect that. But knowing how I feel about you and knowing that our family can be whole, in every sense of the word, is a future with Lily still what you want?

Daniel: You know, I’m not sure.

Victoria: I know, Claire, I mean, she’s still so fragile but she genuinely believes that confronting Jordan helped her regain some control over her life. And she knows that getting well, it’s not gonna be easy. She knows that, but she’s looking forward. She agreed to let Cole and me visit her.

Nikki: Well, that sounds very positive.

Victoria: And here’s the best part. She hugged me, Mom. I held my daughter in my arms for the first time ever.

Nikki: Oh, darling, I– I know how much that must have meant to you.

Victoria: Look, I understand that– I mean, I know you still have concerns about Claire and what her intentions are, but every maternal instinct in me believes her and believes that she genuinely wants to turn her life around.

Nikki: And I hope that is true. I mean, it would be a relief to know that Claire could be the daughter you hope for.

Victoria: Well, we’re already making so much progress. She– she knows that she has mine and Cole’s full support. We’re going to be there with her every step of the way. Which is why I am having some issues with Dad.

Nikki: What has he done?

Victoria: He summoned Cole to the ranch.

Nikki: Ah, yes, he did mention he had a conversation–

Victoria: Well, then you’ll understand why I’m upset with him. Look, I’m happy that Dad is gonna accept that Claire will be a part of my life and Cole will too, but you and I, we both know that he’s digging.

Nikki: For what?

Victoria: Mom, he asked me if something’s gonna happen between me and Cole?

Nikki: Well, you know how the past has a way of creeping up on you.

Victoria: Oh, no. We– we want to help our daughter. That’s all.

Nikki: What if your feelings change?

Adam: I’ll have the final docs for the deal on your desk by tomorrow.

Victor: Good, son. in such a good mood?

Adam: Um, it was just, um…

Victor: Look, boy. I know you’re still seeing Sally Spectra.

Adam: Is this where you’re gonna make a dire prediction that she’s gonna be the ruin of me or Nick, or both of us?

Victor: Let me just say that I don’t think she’s good enough for either of my sons. And I don’t like the fact that she has hurt Nicholas as deeply as she has. But there’s a reason for that. She’s always cared more about you than about your brother. The heart wants what the heart wants, you know? It’s an unstoppable force.

Adam: That’s about as close of a blessing I can expect from you where Sally is concerned, so I’ll take it. Thank you.

Victor: As long as you trust her, I’ll try to do the same.

Nick: I’m not putting on an act when it comes to Sally. Things didn’t work out. I genuinely want what is best for her.

Sharon: Even if she’s with Adam?

Nick: Of course, I do not want Sally to be with Adam because I know what’s gonna happen. I care about her and he’s going to hurt her again because that’s what Adam does. You know all this talk about the new Adam, I’m here for it. I certainly welcome it. Is it possible? I don’t know. But I know that if things go sideways again, and they will because Adam is who he is, Sally’s gonna get her heart handed to her again.

Sharon: Love can be a risky proposition, but love can be very wonderful too. It’s gotten us into a lot of trouble before, especially you.

Nick: Yeah. Yeah. Sorry.

Sharon: No, no. That’s not what this is about. This is us being older and wiser.

Nick: Well, at least one of us.

Sharon: You know, everything that’s happened in the last year or so, I do feel like I’ve gained some wisdom and some balance. My priorities have shifted,

Nick: You know, after almost losing Faith and you, and Jordan coming after my family the way she did, I realize the only thing that matters is protecting my family. Keeping the ones I love safe and that means being the best father I can be to Noah and Faith and Summer and Christian. Being the best son I can be, trying to be a good brother.

Sharon: That will be a herculean effort when it comes to Adam. But I have total confidence.

Nick: You know, so far, so good. Uh, this time around, it feels right and sharing the top spot with Adam, it gives me hope that it is possible. I’ve never been this excited to be back at Newman. I’m really looking forward to the challenge.

Sharon: So, you’re all about work now? What happened to your warning about having only a company to keep me warm at night?

Nick: I don’t know why I said that. It was dumb. Honestly, things are pretty perfect right now. The idea of falling in love again just sounds exhausting.

Sharon: I couldn’t agree with you more. The butterflies, the all consuming-ness of it. It’s totally exhausting. I just wanna focus on being a good mom, running my company. I love my company.

Nick: Who needs love.

Sharon: Right? I feel the same energy coming from you. Look at us. It took us a long time to find ourselves, but it seems we finally have.

Nick: Who would have thought? Have lunch with me?

Victoria: Are you taking Daddy’s side?

Nikki: No, I just see the hope in your eyes to create the family that you feel Claire deserves.

Victoria: You just both assume that I’m going to swoon into Cole’s arms. It’s ridiculous. It’s offensive.

Nikki: You know how protective your father is and you know how much Cole hurt you in the past. It’s a valid concern.

Victoria: Mom, Cole and I have both hurt each other and now we’re both supporting our daughter, okay? Romance is the last thing on either of our minds.

Nikki: Okay. I’m glad to hear it. But your father is just doing what he thinks is right, looking after his daughter.

Victoria: Dad is not looking after me. He drew a line in the sand that he should not have drawn. I– Cole needs to be here for Claire, so I need him here as well.

Heather: I’m not trying to steal you away from Lily, okay? I– I don’t want to hurt anyone. I– I hate the thought of hurting someone but that does not mean I’m not going to fight for our family. Do you remember how happy we were in Savannah? It was incredible. I mean, all of those times together. Do you remember how good they were? We planned an entire life together.

Daniel: And then, I ruined that.

Heather: But you found your way back. You are the man that I fell in love with all those years ago. You are the father that Lucy adores and she is so happy and that is invaluable. I mean, I see it when she smiles. She feels safe and loved and protected and I see us together as a family again. I want that. I want that back. I want us back.

Daniel: That you believed enough in me to move here with Lucy. That– that means everything.

Heather: Daniel, I never stopped believing in you. When I took Lucy to Portugal, in a way, I was still fighting for you and for us because I needed to give you the space to figure out who you were and what you wanted. And even though I told myself, I thought we were probably over, a very tiny part of me really hoped that maybe someday, you’d wanna be back with Lucy and me again,

Daniel: Even though you were involved with someone in Portugal?

Heather: A safe person. A man I knew wouldn’t break my heart. Look, we’ve had an amazing love story and a wonderful life with Lucy. What if our story isn’t over? And what if we could recapture what we had? Would you want to try?

Heather: Maybe you think I’m horrible for trying to come between you and Lily. And maybe it’s wrong. I– Some people would say that. But what I think would be wrong is saying nothing when the man you love is standing right in front of you and the life you want is right there and you’re too polite to just open the door and try to get it. So, this is me opening the door.

Daniel: Heather, I mean, I– I– I hurt you. I hurt you so deeply.

Heather: But we’ve also loved each other for so long and I don’t– I don’t think love like that comes around a lot and maybe– maybe this is our second chance? How can we pass that up without at least trying?

Daniel: It’s– it’s complicated.

Heather: Okay. You know what’s not complicated? I love you. I love you with all my heart, the man that you are, the man that you were, the father and I want more than just co-parenting with rom coms and banana pancakes, as amazing as that is. I– I want the joy of raising our daughter together. Lucy is growing up so quickly and I wanna wake up every morning wrapped up in your arms, in our bed. And end the day the same way, every day. You know where I stand, you know how I feel and what I believe with all of my heart and every ounce of my being And you can tell me to leave and we don’t ever have to talk about it again. But I don’t think you want me to leave. Do you?

Adam: Excuse me? Is someone sitting here?

Sally: Only you.

Adam: I like the sound of that. Best part of my day.

Sally: Well, I know Victor’s been keeping you really busy, so I’m glad that you could get away.

Adam: Well, you– you will be even gladder when I tell you something that will shock you.

Sally: Okay, you know, I’m not easily shocked, right?

Adam: Victor practically gave us his blessing.

Sally: What? No way. No, no, there has to be some sort of catch. Like maybe it’s opposite day, or maybe he started early on the tequila. Or maybe he’s just messing with you.

Adam: Nope. The old man made it very clear, in his own words, that he’s ready to support our, um, renewed relationship.

Sally: Okay. That makes no sense because he didn’t think I was good enough for either of his sons and then he actively tried to screw me over, and now, he’s just good with this?

Adam: He very wisely said that the heart wants what the heart wants. And he’s gonna honor that.

Sally: Wow.

Adam: Are you okay?

Sally: Yeah. It’s just Victor approves of us.

Adam: Well, I–

Sally: Well, ish. What’s changed?

Adam: Maybe he sees the truth of this, of us. Sees my determination to be a better man. I mean, I hope that you see that.

Sally: Every time I’m with you. You said renewed relationship.

Adam: Too fast? Because we take this at your speed. It’s whatever you’re comfortable with. This is a new chapter, for both of us and I want to get it right.

Sally: Well, I think you’re getting it very, very right.

Victor: Hi, my sweetheart. What a nice surprise. How are you feeling? How’s Claire?

Victoria: We have made some real progress, but I’m not here to talk about my daughter.

Victor: Oh?

Victoria: I am here to tell you to leave Cole alone.

Victor: What in the world are you talking about?

Victoria: Oh, come on. I know that you think you’re looking out for me, but you need to stop. I’m not creating some fantasy family in my head. What happened between Cole and me, good or bad, it’s in the past.

Victor: Sweetheart, a father can be concerned.

Victoria: God, the last thing that I need, the last thing Cole needs is to have to deal with your interfering.

Victor: Is that what I’m doing?

Victoria: Cole just found out– We just found out that our daughter is still alive. He is– he is still struggling to deal with that new reality. And so am I. We don’t need the added pressure. I mean, do you really think I’m interested in a romance?

Victor: That is not the only thing I’m concerned about.

Victoria: I don’t understand.

Victor: Listen to you. You’re beginning to develop very motherly, very maternal feelings towards that Claire girl. She’s an unstable girl. You don’t really know her and yet, you’re already thinking and talking about creating a family. I don’t want you to get hurt again.

Victoria: And I love you for that, Dad, But would you please just let Claire and Cole and me just– Would you let us do this on our own? Would you just trust me to make my own decisions, please?

Victor: All right. I’ll be nice.

Victoria: There’s one more thing.

Victor: What?

Victoria: When Claire recovers and when she’s released, I want you to accept her into the Newman family.

Sharon: If you would rather go someplace else.

Nick: No, it’s cool. Sally and I cleared the air. You witnessed it. It’s like you said, this is about looking forward. Come on. Hey, you two.

Adam: Just grabbing some lunch?

Nick: Yeah. It seemed like a good idea.

Sally: I just wanted to say again how wonderful Cassidy First is gonna be.

Sharon: Thank you. Yeah, I’m really excited about it.

Nick: See you at the office.

Adam: You bet. That went well.

Sally: Maybe this really is a new beginning for everyone.

Adam: Do you believe in destiny?

Sally: I mean, only what you make for yourself. You create the circumstance, you do the work and then everything just falls into place. Why do you ask?

Adam: I was just– I was just curious what you think.

Sally: You weren’t just curious. You keep staring at Sharon and Nick?

Adam: No, I’m not. I’m not.

Sally: You kind of are. And maybe this sudden curiosity is because you’re slightly hoping that them being together means that they’re more than just friends.

Adam: Okay. That is absurd. Why would I care, one way or another?

Sally: Because maybe it would take care of any crazy perception you might have that Nick is still competition.

Heather: Hurry.

Heather: I’m not alone in feeling what just happened, am I?

Daniel: You’re not alone.

Sharon: Thank you. So, lunch out of the blue.

Nick: I’m an out of the blue kind of guy.

Sharon: I’m a little bit surprised and curious about the why behind the invitation? Not that I mind.

Nick: No agenda, just, uh, was enjoying being around you. Thought it’d be a good chance to catch up on lots of stuff. Like uh, the kids, Aria. How are things going with Cassidy First after the launch? How are things going with you?

Sharon: And, how about a little bit about how things are going with you?

Nick: Mm. No, I thought we agreed. I’m good. In fact, I’m amazing.

Sharon: Of course you are.

Adam: This is the first time in forever that I feel like I’m not in competition with Nick, about anything.

Sally: Well, I hope you mean that because I’m not wavering back and forth between the two of you.

Adam: I believe you. I was thinking more in terms of destiny in our story.

Sally: It’s not destiny because that would suggest that there is no free will and we just go along with whatever happens to us. But this, you and me, we chose to be together.

Adam: I must say we’ve chosen very well.

Nick: You should do it. You should do that. say what you want about destiny, but look at them. I mean, after everything that they’ve been through. I’m just– It seems like there was some sort of fate at play. And I’ve always felt that.

Victor: My darling… I’m happy for you, okay? But don’t you forget for a moment that Claire has been fooling all of you. She was taught by a master, to fool people into believing her and trusting her.

Victoria: Yeah, but Daddy, it wasn’t an act. I mean, I think we had a real breakthrough today. Look, I know it’s just the beginning and I know that there’s a long way to go, but I really believe that this could work out for us.

Victor: I hope so, my baby, okay?

Victoria: Look, I know it’s been difficult for you and Mom, especially given what Claire did, but I mean, can’t you just have a little bit of faith? If not in Claire, then in my instinct about her?

Victor: You’re a wonderful mother. I hope it works out.

Victoria: And, when it works out, you promise that you’ll accept Claire into our family?

Victor: Look… when and if Claire manages to get a hold of her demons and becomes a true daughter to you, I shall accept her as a Newman.

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GH Transcript Monday, January 22, 2024

Posted on January 22, 2024February 1, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Nina, please meet Crimson’s new editor-in-chief. Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity. Oh, no thanks necessary. I cannot wait to find out how your fresh, new perspective is gonna benefit Crimson.

[ Slow clapping ] Well played.

Hey, listen, I don’t understand the hold-up. When are you going to give me an update on our little operation? Lucy, I’m just trying to get my ducks in order with Tracy. But the good news is I’m meeting her here at the Metro Court this morning. How did you make that happen? Well, I, uh — I told her the truth. W-What? W-Which truth? The truth about you. What does that even mean? You listen to me. I-I am coming there right now. I am coming there. No, no, no. Hang on, hang on, Lucy. You’re gonna cramp my style. What style? You listen to me. You’re gonna explain every word that you’re gonna say to Tracy, or else I’m gonna pull all the hair out that is left on your head. And there she is! Hey, baby. Mwah! Where do you think you’re running off to in such a hurry, huh? Ah. Oh. Hey, Tracy. I’m glad you could make it. Against my better judgment. You said you had something to tell me. You know, the service is — is kind of slow here. Why don’t we go someplace else? I don’t think so. Never let them take you to a second location. Isn’t that what they tell potential crime victims? Yes. I’m here against my will, aren’t I? Look. Your grandmother’s here. Should we invite her to join us? Oh, look who she’s here with. I don’t want to be involved with whatever she has going on with Scott Baldwin. Brook Lynn’s right. Besides, we want to have a personal conversation with you. It’s about the wedding. And your part in it. It’s getting late, so if you’ll excuse me, Grandmother, maybe you can speak to Dante alone. Got a lot to do before my trip to Paris. I’d say you’ve done enough. Look, I know that you disagree with me about my decision to give Ace to my father, but please, it was very difficult for me. Yeah. Well, doing the right thing is rarely easy, which is why you’re gonna stay right here, and you’re gonna tell the PCPD everything you know about Ace’s kidnapping. You’re right. I should have been more careful. You warned me, and I didn’t listen. And now the worst has happened, and you are the only person that I can turn to. Tell your mother everything.

Of course. I’ll help any way I can. Good. I was hoping you’d say that. Dad… would you officiate our ceremony? Uh, you know, Tracy, I-I’ve known you for a long time, and I’ve never seen you do anything against your will. True. And for the life of me, I do not know why I agreed to meet you today. Well, I think you’ve got me all wrong. I know you see me as shallow as a mud puddle, but I believe in truth, justice, the American way. And justice is why I became a lawyer. And justice is why we’re here today. Lucy has it in for you. Do tell. Oh! Hey, you. Wow. Um, I-I didn’t even know you were back. You didn’t call me. Well, because — precisely. I didn’t want to, you know, spoil that adorably surprised look on your face when I walked through the door. Mm, mm, mm. Well, I am definitely surprised. And listen, darling, I am so sorry I couldn’t be there to support you during Bobbie Spencer’s funeral. And I thought I could begin to start making it up to you with two all-day passes to the Metro Court spa. Huh? Oh, that is so sweet. You say the word, and your facial awaits. Sweet, sweet, sweet, and special. I love their facials. And their body scrubs are divine. I know. Um, but is it okay if I, um, take a rain check? Uh… Yeah. Yeah, sure. I mean, I-I gotta admit, I was looking forward to spending some time with you. I mean, I haven’t seen you for days. I-I know, and I’ve missed you so, so much. It’s just, I have meetings booked right through lunch, and I’ve got to go, uh — I was just gonna grab a bite to eat at the Metro Court. B-By yourself? Um, you know how I love their pancakes. Oh, as a matter of fact, I do. I recall that from the first morning we spent together. Mwah. You know what I recall from that morning was how sexy you looked… Don’t. Don’t. …in that Santa suit. Yes, you were so sexy. My sartorial choices have changed somewhat since then, but my company is still as charming as ever. So, my lady, will you at least allow me to squire you to the Metro Court? Come on, now. You know you wanna.

[ Chuckles ] I’m going. All right. Come on, baby. So when did you, uh, realize Ace was missing? And who do you think is responsible? The situation is rather complicated. My brother is with our father. Nikolas is back in town? He was. I didn’t see him, though. So what happened? Nikolas just walked in and took Ace? Nobody noticed? Not exactly. I’m sorry, Laura. I don’t think I understand. I let my father take Ace. That bastard Nikolas took Ace?! How dare he? He thinks that he’s untouchable, that he can just do whatever he wants. Yeah, of course he does. What’s his mother have to say about her precious son kidnapping her grandchild? Well, I actually haven’t told Laura yet. She — She would have too many questions, number one being why I haven’t contacted the police yet. Well, right. No, of course you can’t without Spencer shooting his mouth off about the old Esme being back. Yeah, which is why I went to go see Spencer’s great-uncle Cyrus. Cyrus Renault? Honey, do not buy into that guy’s evangelizing. The gospel truth is he cannot be trusted. I know, which he proved to me himself. I was desperate, and he didn’t even offer any help.

[ Scoffs ] Surprise, surprise. Which… is why I’m here. I was hoping that you might have an idea about what my next step should be. Run. And when you think you’re far enough away from Port Charles, run some more. That seems worthy of the Port Charles Players. I’m really glad that you enjoyed it. Now you can get out. Wait a second. Before you go, who tipped you off to the alleged insider trading in the first place? Well, you should really ask your good friend Olivia. If she wasn’t running her mouth so indiscreetly, maybe I wouldn’t have overheard. Her voice does carry. Eavesdropping. Shocker. Now go. With pleasure. Oh, before I leave, I just have one question. Now that you two have humbled me… …are we finally even? You want me to officiate your wedding? We want someone to lead us through our vows that knows us personally. Someone we love. There is nobody who can put into words the significance of the commitment that we’re about to make to each other more eloquently than you.

[ Sighs ] It would be… a privilege. I’m sensing a “but” here. I’m very, very sorry to have wasted your time, but as you can see, the police aren’t necessary in this situation. Uh, my baby brother wasn’t kidnapped. Well, technically, by New York State law, you’re, uh — you’re right. I said that it was a complicated situation. That’s why I didn’t report that Ace was abducted. Right. I mean, it would have been considered kidnapping had Esme had a legal custody order, but otherwise, the — the statute, the default is that both parents get custody. There are extreme situations where one parent can be convicted of kidnapping if they take the child without the other parent’s permission. Right, but this is not an extreme situation. My — My father just wanted to spend some time with his son. Right, without Ace’s mother knowing, who’s been raising him up until this point. What Esme have to say about all this? I am sure she’s just going out of her mind. Hasn’t she made a report? No, no, there’s no report from Esme. You see, this proves exactly what I was saying. Esme doesn’t want to go to the police right now, not given the stakes. Uh, what stakes are higher than a missing child? I think you’re right about me getting out of Port Charles. And as soon as I get Ace back, no one in this town is ever gonna see me again. No, no! Honey, you can’t wait that long. You’ve got to leave now. Without my son? No, never. No — No! You don’t have a choice, Esme. You don’t have any allies, baby, or anybody to help you, except me. I’m a little, uh, preoccupied at the moment. It is going to come out that you got your memory back, no matter what Spencer does or doesn’t do. No, you don’t know that. Esme, think! Honey, what are you gonna do? Just keep pretending that Ace is in the next room? You told me yourself Laura comes to visit him all the time. So she and Kevin are gonna figure out real quick that something’s up. And what are you gonna do when you can’t produce Ace? I hadn’t thought that far ahead.

[ Sighs ] Well, they’re gonna figure it all out, and then they’re gonna drag you back to court, stand you on trial for everything you did. Unless you want to spend the rest of your life in prison, honey, you’ve got to make a break for it now, before it’s too late. Well, what about Ace? Am I just supposed to abandon my child the way that you abandoned me? Well, you had to know there’d be some sort of reckoning, Nina. Your actions caused a lot of pain to a lot of people, nearly destroyed lives. Those are the kind of things that can’t go unanswered. You don’t think I’ve suffered enough? I lost my husband, I lost my daughter, and now, apparently, my job for something I did that was completely legal — informing the SEC that insider trading had occurred. Well, Drew’s the boss, and it’s completely legal for him to fire you. You’re loving this, aren’t you? Kicking me when I’m already down.

[ Scoffs ] Wait. Before I go… now that I’m the condemned woman, may I ask, when are you going to put me out of my misery? Well, that’s up to you.

[ Sighs ] Is the pity party almost over? ‘Cause we got a magazine to run, and you’re not entitled to our time any more than you’re entitled to a job here. We have two things in common, Carly. We’ll do anything for our family, and we both know how to settle a score. That’s enough. Just get out or I will throw you out!

No use staying when your moment is over. You got to see my face when you told me that I was fired. Was it everything you were hoping for? Just leave, Nina. But now the fun is over, because now you actually have to run a magazine. Good luck.

[ Exhales ] Took her long enough. Carly? What is it? What’s wrong? Spencer is convinced that Esme has not made a report about Ace being missing because she’s afraid that the DA’s office is going to reinstate the charges against her. But why would she be afraid of that all of a sudden? I mean, Trina agreed to drop the charges ’cause DA Scorpio said charges wouldn’t stick. A jury wouldn’t convict because Esme couldn’t remember the crimes she committed. She couldn’t then. But she can now. So are you saying that Esme has got her memory back? That’s exactly what I’m saying. And I’m also saying that you should go arrest her instead of my father. I didn’t abandon you, Esme. I gave you up because it was what was best for you at the time. Running off without my son is not what’s best for him. Look, I understand. Of course it’s not. But temporarily relinquishing your custody of Ace to ensure your liberty is. We both know that Nikolas is a feckless dilettante with an overactive libido. But he’s not gonna hurt Ace. You need to go find a place to hide where you can just regroup. And then someday soon,

[whispering] I’m busting out of this joint, and we’ll join forces and find Ace together. Same way that I found you. And look how well that turned out.

[ Normal voice ] I may be behind bars, but… I got my daughter back in my life, and that is worth every second in this hellhole. You and I missed out on a lot of time together. And I cannot even fathom being separated from my child for even a fraction of that. I wouldn’t know if he was eating, I wouldn’t know if he was sleeping, and it would kill me. I understand it’s hard. It’s hard. But Nikolas has Ace, and we do not have the resources at the moment to — to track him down. You have to play the long game here, Esme. So what, am I supposed to just hide out all alone while Spencer and Trina sail off into the sunset? Wait. Are you speaking as a mother right now or as a jealous ex? Scotty, you and Lucy are thick as thieves. Why betray her? Well, because I think it’s wrong that she’s gunning for you. Uh-huh. Does she have a specific plan to get even with me? Well, you know Lucy and her half-baked schemes. You know, she’s always got something going on in that crazy head of hers. Uh-huh. And whatever she’s cooking up you deem bad enough to warrant you coming to warn me? Why? Well, that’s simple. I’ve seen Lucy’s wrath, and I wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of it. That’s very gallant. But isn’t that exactly what you’re risking? Becoming Lucy’s target? Well, I can handle anything she throws at me. And now that I’ve tipped you off, so can you. You know what, buttercup? I have the most wonderful idea. I think our reunion calls for some champagne. What would you say to some mimosas? Oh, I would love it, but remember I told you I have all those meetings later, and I-I really do need to stay sharp.

I’m so touched by your offer, but officiating your wedding isn’t as simple as me just leading the two of you through your vows. Chase and I thought that you might have some concerns, so we went ahead and did some research. And, actually, the process is super simple. It won’t take you any time at all to get licensed online. Wow.

[ Chuckles ] I think you two are a step ahead of me. I-I, uh, I don’t know what to say. Say yes, Dad. It would mean the world to us. I want you both to know how honored I am. But I’m sorry. I’m going to have to decline.

Been a hell of a year for us. And I don’t want to risk losing you again, Lucy. Well, you — you won’t have to. I-I really want to focus on the future now. Our future. Well, I’m glad to hear you say that, ’cause it may sound childish, but, uh, I just think we’ve felt off lately. Matter of fact, I was beginning to wonder if your feelings for me had changed. Your wedding day is going to be a celebration of your love and all that you went through to get to that moment. I want it to be perfect. That’s what we want, too, Dad, which is why we would like you to be a part of it. And I will be, son. I’ll be the beaming father filled with pride, watching it all happen. And it’ll fill me with joy to witness it. But I can’t promise any more than that. I-I may not be at my best. Look, we know ALS is unpredictable, so Chase has already worked with the venue to address every possible accessibility accommodation, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. If you need any extra help… You’re so sweet. And I appreciate you both going above and beyond for me to — to make this happen, but it isn’t just a mobility issue. Then what is it, Dad? I know you both have done your research on ALS, so you’re aware that — that this disease can affect my ability to speak. Well, it — actually, it already has. I’m — I’ve had… some issues lately. I would hate to preside over such a momentous day and not be able to make myself understood.

I thought we were on the same page about firing Nina. We — We are. She deserved to go. I mean, up until she crossed that threshold, that was all about sticking it to her. Getting her out of my life, out of my business, all of it. Yes, and the win is gonna be for nothing if Crimson tanks and goes out of business. Oh. No, no. Carly, that’s not gonna happen. Crimson’s in great shape. Okay. All right. Look, this is your business. This is your area of expertise. You know what you’re doing. So I will stay on as Crimson’s editor-in-chief, and I will keep that seat warm for the moment. But you’re gonna have to find someone with more experience to take over, and soon. You sure about that? We were both sure about that. No, I-I know that we said that you would take this job temporarily, but I’m just… I mean, why does it have to be that way? Why couldn’t you love it and want to do it forever?

It’s been a while. Yeah. I haven’t seen you since everyone found out that I was the SEC informant And my husband wasn’t.

Look, I understand Esme put you and your friends through hell. And I want her to pay for her crimes just as much as you. Well, good news. You’re a cop. You can make that happen. Not that simple, Spencer. Yeah, Spencer. Unfortunately, Esme’s slip of the tongue and your gut feeling that she’s got her memory back isn’t enough for the police to arrest somebody or even detain who is, in the eyes of the law, an innocent person. Innocent? Yeah. This is Esme Prince we’re talking about, yes? Well, we’re also talking about you, Spencer. Maybe I should be arresting you instead. I can’t arrest Esme for anything right now, Spencer. But you — I could put the cuffs on you for what you did. Dante, you wouldn’t actually arrest Spencer. And charge me with what? I didn’t break any laws when I handed Ace over to my father. No? How about aiding and abetting a fugitive? Did you forget your father’s a wanted man? Did you forget that you had an obligation to report seeing him? It’s really interesting, because I would think that you, of all people, would understand what it’s like to love a complicated father. Haven’t you been struggling with whether or not to report Sonny for his many crimes all these years? I believe he once shot you over that. Spencer! What are you doing? I-I’m sorry about this. Really, Dante, I’m so sorry. I don’t know what’s gotten into my grandson. No. It’s been a very emotional day. Laura, it’s okay. Don’t worry, Spencer, I’m not gonna arrest you. It’s not gonna help us find Ace. But I will issue a BOLO for Nikolas now that we know he was in town last night. Look, I wasn’t trying to knock your old man or your love for him. I was simply trying to remind you of the lengths that family will go to for one another. Let me just give you a piece of advice, Spencer, if I may? When you love family, you know they don’t always make the best or most legal decisions, right? Point taken. Yeah. My only goal is to protect my little brother, and given what I know about Esme, I believe I did the right thing by letting my father take him. The problem is, Esme might have something to say about that. So I gotta get her statement. It’s time to bring Esme in. This isn’t about jealousy. This is about vengeance. I want every single one of them to pay.

[ Chuckles ] That’s my girl! Yeah, Nikolas, Spencer, Trina, Ava — they’re all gonna get what they deserve. Of course they are. And we’re gonna make it happen. Did you really think I’d allow those ingrates a single moment of peace in their miserable lives after they conspired to kidnap my grandson? Yeah, but what can you do from behind bars?

[ Laughing ] Oh, my sweet child. Incarceration’s never been an impediment to justice for me. Just leave it all to Mommy. Yeah, but has this form of justice ever involved locating a millionaire fugitive before?

[ Chuckles ] You know, I know that face. Y-Your father used to make it all the time. You don’t believe I can do this. Yeah, well, I don’t exactly know what to believe anymore. Honey, we will find Ace, I promise you. But you just can’t go off on your own trying to do this by yourself. Remember what I said to you last time? You are in the best possible position right now. Ryan is gone — cold in the ground or six feet under, whichever way you want to think about it — and the cops have nothing on you. Fly free, little birdie. You know, I remember something that you told me last time when I visited. Ace is everything. Without my son, I have nothing. If you have never trusted anybody in your life, trust me. Nobody loves you… like your mom. Honey, you will have everything you want. But you just gotta play it smart. You want me to stay on as editor-in-chief of Crimson magazine? That wasn’t the plan. Plans change. I mean, think about it. Nina didn’t know anything about running a magazine when she started here. She kind of learned as she went. And you’re not that familiar with publishing. I understand, but you know how to run a company. Yeah, I do, but that’s not the issue. I let you make me editor-in-chief of Crimson so I could see Nina’s face when I took something that she loves. And we accomplished that. Did you see the way she slunk out of here? Yes, and it was very rewarding. But it can end there. I don’t want to make a decision this big for the wrong reason, Drew. You taking this job doesn’t have to be just about sticking it to Nina. It can be — It can be about so much more. Think about it. I mean, we keep everything that’s working, obviously. But then we can — we can get rid of things that we don’t agree with, and we can make it our own. Yours and mine, together. Do you have any idea how rewarding that would be? But what about Bobbie’s? And the life I’m building there? So go ahead. Yell at me for blaming — blaming your husband for something that I did. Can this day get any worse? Go ahead. Let me have it. I don’t like to pile on someone who’s already in a bad place. Not even you, Nina. What happened? Drew fired me from Crimson. What? And he hired Carly as editor-in-chief. Oh, Mary, Mother of God. I gotta say, I did not see that coming. Yeah, I second that. Wow. You put a lot of yourself into Crimson, I know that. This has gotta really hurt. I don’t get you, Olivia. Your Carly’s best friend, but yet you offered to help me plan my wedding. I made your husband my fall guy, and you found out that I’m the one who blew the whistle on Carly and Drew, and you said nothing. Why? To keep the peace. You and Sonny were newly married. You and Carly were coexisting, and Drew was out of prison. What good would it do to — to bring up all the things that you’ve done? It’s not gonna give Carly and Drew any of the time back that they’d lost. It was just gonna hurt Sonny. So I kept quiet. And I convinced Ned to do the same. Don’t feel like you have to thank me or anything.

[ Chuckles ] Listen, Tracy, I-I’m not saying anything to you that I haven’t already said to Lucy. I told her to stop doing anything to you, especially after everything you’ve been through. What is that supposed to mean? Well, you lost Luke not that long ago. Irrelevant. Is it? I mean, I can relate. I think when you’re lonely, you can recognize it in somebody else. Tracy, I didn’t just ask you here to, uh, warn you about Lucy. I really want to see how you’re doing. I wanted to check on you. I would like to be your friend. Why would you question my feelings for you? Well, it’s, uh, kind of embarrassing, but, uh, the fact is, I let someone else get inside my — my head.

There is one person who knows Lucy Coe, warts and all, and through every despicable act has stood by her. That’s Scott Baldwin. What are you doing? Where are you going? You’re gonna have to forgive me. Suddenly I’ve lost my appetite. Dad, listen to me. If accepting this role makes you feel uncomfortable, or you hate the idea of all eyes being on you, then that’s one thing. But if you think that we’re gonna be disappointed because your words don’t come out perfectly when you’re marrying us, then you’re wrong. What matters is what you say, not how you say it. I-I appreciate that, son, but this is Brook Lynn’s day, too, and, uh, you can’t speak for her. Have you met me? I have no problem giving my opinion. True. That’s one of the things I like about you.

[ Chuckles ] Thank you. Then please listen to me and know that I’m telling you exactly how we both feel. If you want our wedding day to be perfect, there’s no way it’s gonna be perfect unless you marry us.

Have either of you seen Esme? No, I-I haven’t seen her yet today. She’s also not returning any of my calls or my texts. I don’t know where she is either. All right, I’ll see what I can turn up. If you see your father again — I won’t. If you do see your father again, call the police. For both your sakes. Dante, thank you for looking into this, and please call me with any updates, no matter how small. Will do.

I’m sorry, Grandmother. I know that you’re angry with me for letting my father take Ace. I’m not as angry as I am worried. If you’re right about Esme and she’s reverted to her old ways, then we should not underestimate her. There’s no telling what she could do now. I used to be terrified of you, and I know that I’ve said some unkind things to you. Who hasn’t? But now that I’ve become a mother, I see things differently. Now I can appreciate how you always knew where I was and what I was doing. You stopped at nothing to protect me. That’s the kind of mother I intend to be. And you will be, someday soon. But remember what I said, honey. For now, you just gotta bide your time. Thank you, Heather — Mother — for everything you’ve done for me. But taking it slow doesn’t work for me. I’m out of time. Honey, whatever you’re thinking of doing, don’t! Esme, listen to me! Esme! Don’t do it! Well, you two appear to be in complete agreement on this, so who am I to argue with the bride and groom about what they want on their wedding day? So I’d love to officiate the ceremony. Oh, I’m so glad, Dad. You’ve made us so happy. But I do have one request, though. Anything. Uh, can we have a backup officiant, just in case? Uh, sure, if it would make you feel more comfortable. But we’re not gonna need it. I think we’ve had fun today. I think we should do this again real soon. What do you think? I’m not saying no. Hey, Jesse, let me have a bottle of your best champagne. We’re celebrating! What has gotten into you? What’s gotten into me? What’s gotten into you? You know something, after a while, your repeated inattention really starts to stick in my throat. Okay, I’m sorry. I am sorry. You’re right. I have been very, very distracted. But you know that Tracy Quartermaine has made my life a living hell recently. So you can’t really blame me for wanting to keep an eye on her. Come on. I promise you will have my full, undivided attention. I’ll stop. Please just stay. Please? On one condition. Anything. You tell me what the hell is going on between you and Scott. Being hands-on at Bobbie’s is so important to me. It’s a part of my mom that I get to hold onto now that she’s gone, and I don’t want to let that go. No, I don’t want that either. I-I would never ask you to sacrifice something that means that much to you. I just — I don’t know what it is. I guess seeing you in here like this, suddenly I just — you as editor-in-chief of Crimson could be so incredible, so meaningful to both of us. But we don’t need Crimson for that. We could be that to each other. I mean, I think what we have is special, you know? You’re right. Okay, wait, wait. But, I mean, we’re talking, so… I mean, my mom did double duty at the diner and at GH. And you are every bit as capable and as hard-working as Bobbie was. She set the bar pretty high, but I hope I can make her proud. Oh, you are making her proud. I don’t know! I don’t know. I mean, what — what if we try this, you know, and it doesn’t work and something has to give? Well, then you take some time and you decide which job you’re gonna step away from, and I will support you no matter what in whatever decision you make. But I just hope you can just take a second and picture how incredible you would be running Crimson. I mean, the more I think about it, the more I know you’d be amazing. We would be amazing. Let’s do it. Oh, my God! Let’s do it! Let’s be partners, personally and professionally. Deal.

Ah. I mean, look, we’re gonna be spending a lot of time together. You sure you’re not gonna get sick of me? Are you kidding me? Never. Good answer. I am not okay with the things you did. You caused a lot of pain for the people that I care about most. Call me crazy. I still believe that peace is possible. You’re suffering a lot of losses right now, but they don’t have to be permanent. The best thing for you to do right now is to move on gracefully, for everyone’s sake. You’re probably right.

But if Carly and Drew want a war, they’ve got one.

Under new management.

On the next “General Hospital” —

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[soft dramatic music]

[slurps]

[gulps, exhales deeply] Come on. What’s it all mean?

[exhales]

[yelps] Stop!

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Will someone answer me? What’s going on here?

Just in time, Maggie.

Apparently so. Steve, may I ask why you were about to attack this man?

Yes. Why indeed?

Maggie, you have got to know that this man is not here in Salem to live a peaceful existence and reminisce with you about your late husband. He’s here to take advantage of your kindness and your generosity, and he has to be stopped. I will not stand by and watch you get hurt.

Tell me, Detective, are you able to have a life these days, or is your caseload in Salem pretty all-consuming?

Yeah. My caseload is all-consuming… thanks to you and your drug ring.

[chuckles] My drug ring? Good Lord, I don’t know what you’re talking about. I’m a strong proponent of drug abstinence and sobriety, and have been ever since I joined the program a few years back. I could recite the serenity prayer for you, if you’d like me to.

I would like you to go to hell, you lying son of a bitch.

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Drink.

[sighs]

[gentle music]

You know, I know things blew up between us, but we still had some good times together, didn’t we?

Mm, yeah. Yeah. We really did.

Yeah. We did.

[chuckles]

Except for I screwed up royally, of course.

Well–

I thought that you were going to– I thought you were going to hate me forever and that you wouldn’t be my friend, but yet here you are, being my friend. So kind and understanding. Thank you for being my friend, Brady.

What the hell?

[sighs]

Alex, it’s– it’s not what you think.

Oh, no, no. It is exactly what I think.

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Steve, I appreciate your concern about me, and you know I consider you and Kayla my dear friends. But I’m also insulted nonetheless that you would think I was so naive and such a poor judge of character that I wouldn’t know if someone was taking advantage of me.

I didn’t mean to insult you, Maggie. It’s the last thing I want to do. I care about you.

As do I. You saved my life. You’ve been more than a friend to me, and I can’t thank you enough, Maggie.

Will you cut the crap?

Steve.

Maggie, this man is dangerous, and he’s conning you. Listen, I know you’re smart, and I know that you are generally a good judge of character. But you’re in a vulnerable place right now.

Steve, I don’t want to hear it. Not that I haven’t heard it before when I first got involved with Victor. Everyone said that I was being naive and that I was going to get hurt. And just like back then, and, fortunately, as it turned out, I didn’t listen, and I’m not listening now.

Sorry, Doc. I didn’t mean to scare you.

It’s okay. After all these years, you would think I would be more accustomed to your sudden moves.

Yeah, you would think. Hey, I missed our morning kiss.

Oh.

Did you sleep okay?

I did. You didn’t. Again.

Yeah, I know. I didn’t want to bother you, so I just brought it down here to the couch.

That was sweet of you. What’s got you so agitated? I know we have a lot to worry about these days, but I’ve never seen you lose sleep before. So why don’t you tell me what’s going on?

[mysterious music]

Whoa. You have a short fuse, don’t you, Detective? I wouldn’t think that would serve you well in your line of work.

It serves me just fine.

Huh. I thought it was important to be, you know, cool and collected when confronting dangerous criminal types. Not that I’m one of those myself, you know. Not anymore. I am truly reformed. A model prisoner is what they say. So much so that my main mission right now is just to set a good example for my fellow inmates. Because, you know, I’m what you might call a people person.

So I’ve heard.

I bet you have. And that trait makes me real good at assessing who’s got potential to thrive in here and, you know, in general, really. And, Detective, in spite of your short fuse, or maybe because of it– I’m not sure– I got a good feeling about you. So I’d like to offer you my feedback on Salem’s current state of affairs, if you’d like to hear it.

[tense music]

All right, I’m listening.

Good. Now, what you might see as a crisis, I see as an opportunity to grow a substantial enterprise. Hypothetically speaking, of course. And if I were to venture into a particular line of business, you, Detective, would be exactly the kind of individual that I’d be seeking to employ.

Alex. Alex, listen to me. This–this was not Brady. It was me who kissed him. It was the drugs, I swear. It was just a momentary lapse that I had. The kiss meant nothing.

Oh, it sure as hell didn’t look like nothing.

But, Alex, I know what it looks like. She’s telling the truth, all right? And I don’t take advantage of people in pain, all right?

It’s true. Alex, it’s true. Brady is not at fault here. I made a really poor decision last night, and that just led to a really poor decision again right now. But you– you have to believe me. I want to be with you. Alex, I– I just want to be with you. Only you.

Let’s not compare this guy to Victor, okay?

Fine. Let’s compare him to you. You worked for Victor on multiple occasions over the years. And was your behavior always ethical?

I was a different man back then.

And that’s my point, Steve. You saw the error in your ways, and you turned your life around yourself. You found the love of your life, and you settled down and had a family. And just like then– well, you know Victor. He changed his ways too. And even though you think ill of Konstantin– which I know you do– why can’t you give him the benefit of the doubt? Why can’t you believe that he can change too? And he has changed.

Okay. I became a better man thanks to Kayla. Victor became a better man thanks to you and your relationship with him. But let’s talk about the present and what’s going on right now with this lowlife.

Would you please stop with the name-calling?

He has an agenda, Maggie. He has an agenda. He didn’t come to Salem randomly. He came here to take advantage of you.

You’re entitled to your opinion, Steve. I can assure you that Konstantin has been nothing but open and honest with me, and I– and I believe, your accusations notwithstanding, he has a good heart. And aside from all that, whatever happens or doesn’t happen between him and me, that’s frankly none of your business.

[soft dramatic music]

Okay. Maggie, there’s so many people in this town who care deeply about you, and I’m one of them. Now, all I can say right now is please, please be careful.

Thank you for your concern, Steve. Please give my best to Kayla.

I’m not going to let this go.

I’m fine. Just been thinking a lot about Tate and Brady, that’s all.

We all have. We’re all concerned. Is there something more going on, something that’s keeping you up at night?

Nope. That’s it. And I’m sure that I will sleep a lot better tonight. So you don’t have to worry about me, Doc. I’m good. And you have to get to work, right?

Yes, yes.

Yeah.

I do, so– I love you.

And I love you, pretty lady.

Okay. I will talk to you later.

Okay, honey. Be careful.

And you might want to introduce yourself to a comb.

[chuckles]

[ominous music]

A new job, huh? You know you would have to offer a hell of a compensation package to get me to abandon my line of work.

And I’m capable of offering exactly that. But let’s be realistic here for a moment, shall we?

Mm-hmm.

In this situation that we are hypothesizing about, it wouldn’t all be easy. You know what I mean?

I wouldn’t expect it to be.

If I decided I wanted to hire someone like you with certain life experiences, you would have to be fully vetted, of course. And the thing of it is, Detective, I don’t think you’d make the cut. +- Please, Alex, you have to forgive me. I was just caught up in the moment, and Brady was here. And because he’s the father of my son, I just– I needed, I don’t know, comforting. And so I just kissed him. It was stupid, and I was wrong. And I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It was unfair– it was unfair to him, and it was unfair to you. And it was unfair to me. But it wasn’t Brady. It was me. It was my fault, and it won’t happen again.

[somber music]

Theresa–

You know, when I was high… I was a completely different person. There was just no more pain, and… I was just hurting so much because of Tate. I’ve failed our son. I threw away years of sobriety.

Theresa, Theresa, no, you didn’t. You fell. You took a fall, but it’s– it’s about how you pick yourself up, remember? You’re going to recover, and you’re going to do it for your–for your family. And for Tate. But mostly, you’re going to do it for you. You hear me?

Yeah, I will. Of course.

Theresa, you know what’s next. What is the next step?

Okay. I’m going to go to a meeting.

Right.

I’m going to do that. I’m going to go to a meeting every day. I will get a sponsor. I will devote myself % to becoming sober and to becoming a better person. I will not let you and Tate down again, I promise.

[grunts] Thank you for being my advocate. It is not every day someone so intelligent and magnificent would defend what little honor I have so eloquently.

Well, I’m sorry about all this. Steve means well. His concern comes from a good place. Konstantin, I can’t help but feel that this harassment of you is not going to stop because my friends are being overly protective and overly concerned. I appreciate it, but I resent it. Because I don’t like being treated like a naive child.

Of course not. I’m sorry that’s happening to you.

I can handle it. Like I told Steve, I’ve been subjected to this before when I first got involved with Victor. But it didn’t faze me all that much.

Because you have the courage of your convictions.

Yeah, I suppose I do. And I know you do as well. But you being continually harassed this way– it worries me. For you. I’m beginning to wonder if Salem is the best place for you.

[sighs] That is not what I want to hear, Maggie.

Oh, hi. My son and my grandson.

[whispering] Hi mom.

[whispering] Oh, oh, oh. I’m sorry. I’m sorry. Is he asleep?

He is.

Oh.

Yeah. You know, in a minute or two, we can talk normal.

Yeah.

I know. I used to have to do that for you and Sammy when you were babies too.

[chuckles]

Oh, he is just so adorable.

Yeah. He is.

And you? How are you?

To be honest, not great. I just want to apologize for how things happened last night.

Yeah. No apology necessary. I just–I felt bad for Sloan.

Yeah. Me too. She was–she was nervous, and she wanted to make a good impression. So she thought she’d have a drink to calm herself down.

Yes, I know. You know, I don’t have a patient for an hour. Why don’t we get a cup of coffee and catch up some?

That’s a great idea. Let’s go. Okay.

Go ahead.

I’ll tell you what. Why don’t you just make me an offer I can’t refuse?

Well, here’s the thing. I was speaking hypothetically, so there won’t be an offer. And I must confess, I’ve been amusing myself a little, watching you play along, trying to squeeze some intel out of me, thinking that I’d be foolish enough to trust you. But here’s the thing. You’re the fool. So why don’t you just go on back to Salem, and you’re going to find out how powerless you really are.

Do not push me, Weston. I know it’s you. I know you’re behind the drugs that are killing people in Salem, and I’m not going to stop until I find the proof to shut your ass down and hold you accountable!

[tense music]

I’d be really careful about making threats and promises you can’t keep. I mean, look what happened to poor Lucas Horton.

God, I can’t believe I was so weak. I’m so ashamed.

Theresa, don’t. You know that beating yourself up is not helpful. You have been through hell lately.

I just succumbed to my addiction. How is that not weak?

Because when– we’re not going to characterize it as weak. What you’re going to do– what you are going to do is recommit to sobriety, all right? That’s what you’re going to do. And you’re going to show yourself some compassion. And, yes, you gotta get to those meetings, okay?

I will. And, well, like I said, I will. And I know that I shouldn’t care about what people think. It shouldn’t matter to me, or at least it should not matter to me so much, but it does. I’m so–I’m so embarrassed.

[somber music] I really hate that you had to see me this way, Alex.

Theresa, it’s okay. You know, I get it. I’m not judging you. I am concerned about you.

And, Theresa, nobody knows what happened here besides us and Jada. And Jada is not going to say anything.

What about you, Brady? Are you going to tell Tate that I slipped?

Why would I do that? I don’t want to hurt you. I don’t want to hurt our son. No, I’m not saying anything. But I’ll tell you what. If you– If you get those feelings again, if you start to get overwhelmed, feel like you might slip, will you do me a favor? Will you reach out to me? Will you reach out to Alex or reach out to Maggie? You’ve got to lean on people right now, do you understand? Do you understand?

Yeah. Okay.

I’m here for you, Theresa. You know, I want to help you any way I can.

Thank you. God, I’m so tired.

I bet you are. Yeah.

[clears throat] We’re all tired. Why don’t we all get some sleep? Hey, call me, please. Either of you, if you need anything.

[soft dramatic music]

[exhales deeply] And here you thought that I was low-maintenance, huh?

I never thought that.

I know you didn’t. But I’m guessing you weren’t expecting this. Alex, if you want out, if you want to end things, I understand.

What the hell happened to you?

Well, good morning to you too.

I’m sorry, man. You’re just–you’re looking really haggard. Is everything all right?

Yeah, everything’s fine. Just didn’t sleep very well again last night.

Why not?

Yeah. Damn dreams. More like nightmares. Just feelings I can’t shake that something’s off here.

So do you recall any of these nightmares?

No, I don’t. Come on, man. You know how it is. You remember something for a second, you try to grab on to it, and it just– just disappears. It’s kind of like nature doesn’t want you to remember certain dreams or nightmares. But I have learned that when my mind starts going to these dark places, it’s because it’s trying to tell me something, and it’s not good.

Uh-huh. Well, speaking of not good, I just had another run-in with that son of a bitch, Konstantin.

[tense music]

I’m sorry, Konstantin. I didn’t mean to offend you.

No, no, no, no, no. You did not offend me, Maggie, dear. It’s just that I am sad that you a so distressed on my behalf that you are advising me to actually leave Salem. Because I have grown fond of this town, and I’m frankly not quite ready to say goodbye.

Are you sure? I mean, Steve treating you so badly, and John Black, he also has his suspicions about you.

Oh, let them be. That’s their problem. I will be fine. Just as long as you will keep looking out for me.

Well, that won’t change. Well, let’s go. On second thought. You know what? Brady just went into the pub, and I need to speak to him. I’ll see you back at the mansion.

Certainly.

[tense music]

[sighs] See you at home.

Tell me, how is Sloan this morning?

You mean besides being completely hungover? She’s embarrassed and upset with herself.

Ah. The drinking– is that something that happens frequently?

No. No, not at all. I mean, Sloan– she’ll have a glass of wine, but getting drunk like she did last night? I’ve never seen that at all.

Oh. Please tell her she does not have to be embarrassed. You know, John and I completely understand. And, well, she’s part of our family now.

[gentle music]

So what happened with Konstantin? You gave him hell, I assume.

Yeah. Yeah, I gave him hell. But then Maggie showed up.

And she had her blinders on, I assume.

Yeah. Unfortunately, she did. I tried to talk some sense into her, but she wasn’t having it. And then she was quick to remind me that back in the day, people were warning her about Victor. She didn’t listen about him. And she’s not listening about this dude, either.

Yeah. Well, you know, Victor was– rest his soul. Victor wasn’t always the most honorable man, but he did have his redeeming qualities. Plus he loved his family desperately.

Yes, he did. But this guy? Man, he is nothing but a lying buffoon, really. And a dangerous one. And unlike Victor, who genuinely loved Maggie, it’s pretty obvious that she has nothing but a giant payday for Konstantin Meleounis.

Hey, well, partner, I think you and I just need to face that we are not achieving the results we aimed for with this buffoon, so I think maybe it’s time that we approach this situation from a different angle.

Well, I’m open to suggestions. What do you have in mind?

I think that it’s time we just back off.

I don’t want out, Theresa. Not at all. I just want you to be okay.

[tender music]

Sit with me, please? I really hate that I put you through that. Scaring you.

We’re in this together. Right?

That’s really nice of you to say that. Oh, and I hate that you had to see me kissing Brady.

Well, you explained why that happened, so we’re not going to talk about that anymore.

No. Right, yeah. No, we’re not going to talk about it because that kiss was nothing. What? Say it.

You and Brady– you got a kid together. You’ve both struggled with addiction. And I can see how happy it made you that he came here to help you tonight. And it just feels like… you just really needed him.

I–I did. I admit that. And the truth is, I don’t know if I could have gotten through this without him.

It’s a damn shame what happened to Lucas in here.

You son of a bitch. You’re lucky Lucas is alive.

Oh, I don’t think luck had anything to do with it. The whole point of that attack on Lucas was to send a message outside these walls. And here you are, sitting across from me. And lo and behold, I’ve got a message for you.

[tense music]

How did you hear about Theresa?

I ran into Alex. He told me she had a slip.

She definitely did.

Mm.

She did. And it’s actually pretty understandable, Maggie, given what we’ve been having to handle with our son. It’s just–I mean– and, look, I haven’t been tempted. But I can certainly relate to wanting to escape from the stress and the anxiety.

Yeah. As do I, obviously.

She’s with Alex now, but I’m worried. I’m worried about her. I think she could relapse again, just like– Wait. I–oh, wait. Dad and Marlena have a– they have an extra room at their place. I mean, I could move her in there, and then I could keep– I could keep an eye on her.

Absolutely not, Brady. That would be the worst thing that you could do right now.

And now, update me on your photography business.

[laughs] Well, it’s doing better than I expected. I reactivated my website, and I updated my social media. And I kind of went old-school, and I put out a few flyers around town.

Oh. Any inquiries?

Yeah, a few. You know, some family portraits, a Valentine Galentine event.

That’s great. I’m so glad you have a creative outlet.

Yeah. Making a little bit of extra money is nice too, especially after Christmas got a little lean. But that’s the cost of having a kid, right?

Hey, it adds up.

[laughs]

Anytime that you want John and me to babysit, we’d be happy to.

Oh, message received. You will definitely be babysitting that guy soon.

[gentle acoustic music]

Man, this lack of sleep must really be getting to you.

I know.

You want to back off Konstantin?

Hear me out. Hear me out. Hear me out. I’m thinking that if we keep pushing Maggie too hard, especially with him around, she’s not going to not only not listen to us, she’s going to start resenting us more and more. And Konstantin, he obviously wants to play the victim. And as long as he plays that role convincingly with Maggie, we’re stuck with him, partner.

And then Maggie’s stuck with him.

Hey, look. He’s playing a long game, just like you said. I mean, he’s in this marathon con. So if we just give him the distance but keep feeding him just enough rope, he may hang himself.

Maybe.

[tense music] Okay. We’ll try it your way, for Maggie’s sake.

Yeah, yeah. Maggie’s sake.

Okay, I gotta get going. I’ll check in with you later. So, partner–

Yeah.

Go get some sleep, okay?

That’s the plan.

All right.

Theresa, I need you to be honest with me.

Okay.

Do you still have feelings for Brady?

[soft dramatic music]

Alex, Brady is the father of my son. That is the extent of our relationship. That is it. I have no romantic feelings for him at all. Not anymore. And, yes, we are both recovering addicts, so he understands how I feel. But that doesn’t mean that I want to be with him. And that kiss– That kiss was reckless and impulsive, and it was a big mistake. Okay? You don’t believe me, do you?

And the message you have for me?

It’s more of a mandate, really.

A mandate? What the hell does that mean?

It means you need to focus your attention elsewhere. Surely you have more important things to do than to squander precious time and resources on the likes of me.

Oh, I have plenty of time to squander, Weston. ‘Cause I’m the lone wolf. Ex-military, no family.

[ominous music] So here’s a question for you. Do you really want to come after somebody who has nothing to lose?

Lone wolf and impressive resumé, I’ll buy that. But “nothing to lose,” I kind of doubt that. Surely there are people that you care about. Maybe– maybe one special person who means a lot to you, whom you would hate to see something bad happen to. Because if it did, it’d be on you. You know, if that special person got hurt… man, you’d have no one but yourself to blame. Right, Detective?

If you push me, if you come after anybody I care about, it doesn’t matter how many bars surround you or how many guards stand watch. It will be the last thing that you ever do.

Nice meeting you, Detective. I really did enjoy our chat.

You’ve been warned, Weston.

[tense music]

[chuckles]

Brady, you and Theresa are in a very fragile state right now because you’re worried about Tate. And I think for, you the stress of– of helping Theresa maintain her sobriety, I think it could end up putting you at risk. Let me–let me reach out to her, take her to a meeting, find her a sponsor. And if I need any additional support, I’ll talk to Roman and Kayla and get them involved in helping her.

That makes sense. That makes total sense. I actually did tell Theresa to contact you, Maggie.

I’m glad. And if she doesn’t, I’ll contact her, as I said. You know, frankly, I think I’ll call her today.

[chuckles] You– I appreciate you so much for doing this.

I’m here for you, Brady, and for Theresa.

[mellow country music]

Alex, listen to me. Brady and I, we have been over for a long time. We co-parent Tate. That’s it.

[soft dramatic music] And, you know, right now, I really need to focus on my sobriety. And while I do that, I need to know that you trust me. Do you trust me? Because if you don’t trust me, I think that I should move out.

What? Theresa, no–

Yeah, I think it would be for the best, if– if I moved out for the both of us. Because I think– I think I should go back to California, and I should be with my mom. And I should get myself to a better place until I can see Tate.

[ominous music]

I never thought I would see you again, Pawn.

[exhales deeply]

[dramatic music]

Damn it, old man. Could it really be?

All in good time.

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B&B Transcript Monday, January 22, 2024

Posted on January 22, 2024February 3, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

Bold & The Beautiful Transcript

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Transcript by Thane and Suzanne

[Romantic Music]

Poppy: What about your son, Wyatt?

Bill: Don’t worry about Wyatt. Wyatt’s gone.

Poppy: He’s not coming back?

Bill: Wyatt is gone. We’re alone. All alone.

Luna: RJ, that view. The ocean’s right there.

RJ: Yeah, well, you know, the view from the inside is pretty breathtaking too.

Luna: So, this is really your place now?

RJ: Yeah, it is. But it’s also yours because it’s where I want to spend a lot of time with you. Where we can finally have a little bit of privacy. have a little bit of privacy.

Li: I heard the wonderful news. Eric was discharged.

Finn: Yes, Steffy and Thomas were just at the house with their grandfather.

Li: And here’s my humble son hard at work. Saving more lives the way you saved Eric’s.

Thomas: Yeah, Granddad looks great. Not 100% obviously, but great.

Steffy: I wish we could have stayed longer.

Thomas: Next time.

Steffy: Yeah. Yeah. Next time.

Thomas: Hey, he’s Okay.

Steffy: I just still can’t believe it. I mean, he’s alive. He’s actually home.

Thomas: Thanks to your husband. Look, I know Finn and I have had our issues, but what he did finding that treatment, taking that risk? He saved Granddad’s life

Thomas: It is so awesome. The energy out there. Everyone’s so excited. They want to talk about Granddad.

Steffy: I know. There’s so many messages congratulating Granddad. And just to see his face, he’s just so thrilled to be home.

Thomas: Yes, he does need rest though, because he’s not %.

Steffy: Yeah. No, I– I– I get that. But where he was and now he’s like this. This is a big day for our family, for Granddad. And we really need to be celebrating Finn too.

Finn: Eric’s recovery was a team effort.

Li: Well, but there’s one person who deserves a lot of the credit.

Finn: No, you’re right. None of this would have been possible without Eric’s hard work to recover.

Li: You can downplay your role as much as you want, but as a doctor, I know how serious Eric’s condition was. The lengths you went to save him. Honey, what you achieved was extraordinary.

Finn: He’s one of the most important people in Steffy’s life. I had to do everything I could.

Li: I’m so proud of you, son.

Finn: Thanks, Mom. That– Your support means a lot. But you know who else could use some of that? Luna and Aunt Poppy.

Luna: Wait, did you hear that?

RJ: Hear what? I don’t hear it. It’s probably just the ocean.

Luna: Uh, I’m sorry, I’m just a little jumpy. It’s just– I’ve never been here before and it kind of feels like I’m in someone else’s house.

Thomas: What? No, you’re not. This is my place. Maybe how if I show you around, maybe you’ll be a little more comfortable? Yeah? Come on.

Steffy: I will definitely pass that on to him. Thank you for getting in touch, Manuel. Okay, you too. Bye.

Thomas: Well wishes for Granddad? Yes. And many thanks to my husband.

Thomas: That’s very well deserved.

Steffy: It is, but if you ask Finn, he’ll just tell you he was doing his job.

Thomas: Yeah, I mean, he can say that, but the reality is– is Granddad saw other doctors. None of them gave him a reason to hope.

Steffy: Because the treatment was experimental. Attempting it on a patient like Granddad, at his age? I mean, it was really risky, but Finn said it was worth a shot.

Thomas: Finn’s a stubborn guy and I’m very grateful for it.

Steffy: He is, but he also is very determined. Ah, this is just, it’s amazing. It really is. And it’s such a relief knowing that Granddad’s home and he’s recovering.

Thomas: Yeah. Speaking of people that are determined and stubborn, I know a guy who’s going to be very well soon. I mean, Granddad is– is extremely stubborn and he’s gonna keep pushing ’til he’s right as rain.

Steffy: Yeah, but he is the glue that holds our family together.

Thomas: Yeah.

Steffy: Look, Finn doesn’t want to take credit for any of this, but he knows the gift that he’s given us. I mean, it was awful knowing that we were losing Granddad. I couldn’t imagine our life without him. But now, thanks to Finn, we have a future with Granddad.

Li: I don’t understand why you feel the need to advocate for your aunt?

Finn: What? So you– you just don’t want a better relationship with your sister? Aunt Poppy is so sweet.

Li: Sweet?

Finn: Yes.

Li: Your aunt only pretends to be sweet, helpless and innocent. She’s perfected it to survive. All so she can fall into the arms of another rich, handsome man.

RJ: And back to the living room, my dear. Watch your step. Be careful. Uh, I don’t know about you, but I see a lot of nights in our future by that fire pit, you know?

Luna: I just can’t believe that Wyatt wanted to leave this place.

RJ: Right. I know. No, I, uh, I think there’s gonna be a lot of amazing and surprising things that happen here. Starting tonight?

Luna: Hm. We’re finally alone.

RJ: We are finally alone. There’s nobody here to interrupt us.

Luna: Well, there’s still one room you haven’t shown me.

RJ: Oh, yeah.

Steffy: I had so much faith in Finn and it didn’t make it easy for Dad, but–

Thomas: Yeah, but you trusted your instincts. I’m glad you did and– and I’m glad Dad did too.

Steffy: Yeah. Yeah, I really tried to convince dad to give Finn’s treatment a chance.

Thomas: But he did. And it’s incredible. I mean, look, I– I don’t always appreciate your opinions, especially when they have to do with my personal life, but, you can be pretty persuasive.

Steffy: I’m gonna remember you said that.

Thomas: Okay.

Steffy: Okay, I’m gonna go see Finn.

Thomas: Before you do, um… Look Finn and I have had a lot of issues recently, but, um, please tell him just how grateful I am for what he did for Granddad.

Steffy: I will, Thomas.

Thomas: Thanks.

Steffy: He was just trying to help. It’s really the reason for everything he does. For our family, for his patients. He just wants to try to make a difference. It’s one of the many things I love about him.

Thomas: Bye.

Steffy: Bye.

Finn: I just– I just don’t think you’re being fair, Mom.

Li: I’m being protective. You, of all people should appreciate that. I’m looking out for my family.

Finn: You’re punishing Aunt Poppy for something that she did years ago.

Li: No, I– I know my sister. The choices she makes, how she behaves. What she’s capable of.

Finn: Okay, but what does that have to do with who she is today? Huh? Because I’ve been spending time with Luna and she says nothing but wonderful things.

Li: Oh, well, thank God for that. At least your aunt had the decency to keep her bad decisions and unsavory appetites away from her child.

Finn: Appetites? Geez, seriously?

Li: Let’s just say my sister very much likes the intimate company of men. Especially older, wealthy men. I don’t like talking about it, but you need to know. She will never change. I put my sister on notice. I told her not to go hunting for a sugar daddy in Los Angeles. I won’t allow her to bring shame on our family again. I want her gone, away from us before she sets her sights on her next conquest.

Poppy: Look at you.

Bill: Me? No. No, no, no. Look at you. I can’t believe that I’m holding you in my arms all these years later. I keep thinking about the music festival and the magic that we made that night. And more and more, I’m feeling like this isn’t random. You came back into my life for a reason.

RJ: What is it? Do you not want to?

Luna: No, I do. I’ve been looking forward to a night like this just as much as you have. Just– Something feels off. Like– like I shouldn’t be here.

Bill: What? Did I do something?

Poppy: Sh.

Bill: What do you mean, sh?

Poppy: I mean, sh. I heard voices in the other room. I think it’s my daughter.

Bill: What?

Bill: Your daughter is out there?

Poppy: I think I heard her voice.

Bill: What?

Poppy: You said your son Wyatt rented this place to somebody.

Bill: What? You think he rented it to Luna? I don’t know what they’re paying interns at Forrester, but that is highly unlikely.

Poppy: No, she can’t possibly afford a place like this.

Bill: Poppy, your daughter is not out there.

Poppy: Then, why are you whispering?

Bill: Because you’re whispering! You know what? I’m gonna go check.

Poppy: Wait, wait. Wait, not like that.

Bill: All right. I’m gonna text Wyatt. Find out who we leased the place to. And will that put your mind at ease?

Luna: I want to be alone with you, RJ.

RJ: Well, we are alone, right? Yes, I know, but… something feels off, okay? I just– I can’t shake the feeling that we’re not supposed to be here.

RJ: We are supposed to be here, okay? This is– this is for us. Wyatt’s not coming back. No one’s gonna barge in on us. It’s just the two of us.

Luna: Okay.

RJ: Okay.

Bill: Ah.

Poppy: What is it?

Bill: Wyatt texted me back.

Poppy: You’re whispering.

Bill: Well, you better whisper too.

Poppy: Why? Who did Wyatt rent the beach house to?

Bill: RJ. Forrester Junior.

Poppy: My daughter’s boyfriend?

Bill: Wyatt already gave him the keys.

Poppy: Oh, my God. Oh, my God. So, I was right. Luna’s here.

Bill: Well, someone’s here.

Finn: If you keep this up, I’m not gonna get any work done.

Steffy: It’s all part of my plan.

Finn: Hm. I’ll always make time for my gorgeous wife. You went to the house to see Eric?

Steffy: Yeah.

Finn: Yeah?

Steffy: Yeah. He looks good considering.

Finn: Yeah, just remember, you know, it’s gonna take some time. Recovery is a process. There’s a lot of milestones to hit, but getting discharged is the big one.

Steffy: Yeah.

Finn: Yeah.

Steffy: It’s just a miracle getting him out of the hospital. He’s home now. I just think about all the times we’ve celebrated so many events and so many memories and then the last time we were there, we were saying our goodbyes. But today, today we were, uh, we were together and it just felt so good. It was really nice.

Finn: I mean, Eric fought like hell to make that happen. So did you, hm? You and your entire family. I mean, all your prayers and the support for Eric and for each other. That’s what pulled him through.

Steffy: Well, I– I’m not discounting any of that. We did everything we could, but Finn, come on, it was you. It was.

Finn: Eric had a whole team.

Steffy: No, it was you, Finn. You saved him. Just like you saved me all those years ago.

Finn: Steffy?

Steffy: The moment we first met in the hospital, you transformed me. I wanted to thank you for taking care of me. You changed my life. And our family Just the way you love me. And you never gave up.

Finn: I am here for the long haul. Steffy Forrester, will you be my wife?

Steffy: And you proved to me that nothing is impossible. Finn? How? How? Oh, my God. I am so grateful for you. For our life together and now that we’re raising these incredible children, I’m just really excited for what lies ahead.

Finn: Hey, honey, we changed each other And I want you in my life. Always. You are stuck with me forever.

Steffy: Forever. Love forever.

Steffy: I love you.

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