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Sally: Thank you, sir.

Adam: My pleasure. So, what are we thinking? Thinking old favorites or something adventurous off the specials list?

Sally: Food can wait. You said you had news.

Adam: Uh, I do, indeed.

Sally: So?

Adam: It’s a surprise for later.

Sally: Come on, adam. Seriously? I mean, you can’t leave me in suspense like that. I’m never going to make it through the appetizer.

Adam: Patience is a virtue.

Sally: To heck with that. Is it a vacation? A weekend getaway? Hopefully someplace warm?

Adam: Uh, we can do that too, but no.

Sally: Okay, well, it’s news. Big enough to keep a secret. Did you get me a puppy? A lamborghini?

Adam: Not even close.

[ Sally sighs ]

Sally: Oh, my god, my own private jet. Oh, my god. Honestly, adam, really, you– you shouldn’t have.

Adam: Good things come to those who wait.

Seth: You have a beautiful home, nikki.

Nikki: Oh, thank you. So, I have us set up in here with coffee. You take it black, right?

Seth: That’s good memory.

Nikki: Well, please sit down.

Seth: Oh, thank you. Thanks. And, uh, thank you so much for taking the time to meet with me, nikki. I’ve been feeling just really bad about letting you down.

Nikki: Oh, seth, there’s no reason for you to feel that way. I mean, how could you have helped me maintain my sobriety when you couldn’t maintain yours?

Seth: Yeah. So, when I agreed to become your sponsor, I was– I was making a promise, you know, to be there for you. To help you kick the bottle no matter what it took. When I didn’t follow through, I just felt– I felt shattered. Yeah, that’S… well, I just– I mean, I took my first drink and here I am.

Nikki: So tell me, are you drunk right now? Or are you at that stage where you’re just maintaining a constant buzz?

Audra: Nate, it’s good to see you.

Nate: Good to see you too.

Audra: Is it? It’s a little hard to tell from your expression.

Nate: Oh, I’m surprised you’re not with tucker. You two seem to be joined at the hip lately. You know, for someone who’s trusted him, not trusted him, been his closest ally and plotted to take him down.

Audra: Look, I understand that’s how it must seem to you.

Nate: No, that’s how it is, audra. Confusing as hell. You’re all over the map with this guy. Do you love him? Do you hate him? Are you indifferent? I can’t keep track.

Audra: Well, fortunately, you don’t have to, since I can handle tucker all on my own.

Nate: Ah, if you say so.

Audra: As a matter of fact, he’ll be joining me soon. Can I buy you a cocktail while I wait?

Tucker: You’re the last person I expected to break into my room.

Ashley: Who’s at the top of the list? I’m intrigued.

Tucker: What do you want?

Ashley: I believe you. You’re right and I’m wrong. Hi, I’m sally.

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Tucker: What exactly are we talking about here? Because I’m right about a great many things.

Ashley: I’m talking about paris. The fight that ended us.

Tucker: Yeah, I kind of figured.

Ashley: I looked at the situation from every angle. I even went to paris to investigate.

Tucker: Right, and discovered that I bribed an entire waitstaff.

Ashley: It was kind of extreme. Like how I reacted to just about everything that happened.

Tucker: It’s funny, you’ve been so adamant that I’ve been gaslighting you out of spite. And making you question your own sanity.

Ashley: Yeah, it seemed like that’s how it was at the time.

Tucker: And now all of a sudden, here you are and I’m not this violent monster and you’re the one acting extreme.

Ashley: Better late than never.

[ Tucker laughs ]

Tucker: Wow, what a load of bull.

Ashley: What?

Tucker: You’ve been playing me this whole time, haven’t you? With this endless drama and now all of a sudden here you are so, so cool and in control. As if it were just a– a little misunderstanding. What the hell’s going on with you, ashley?

Audra: My neck’s getting stiff. Have a seat, why don’t you?

Nate: I’d rather avoid running into tucker.

Audra: Hm. He’s upstairs making calls. I imagine he’s gonna be a while. Sit.

Nate: You seem…

Audra: Happy? Maybe because I am.

Nate: Because of tucker?

Audra: You don’t believe me?

Nate: Well, considering how many times I’ve heard the frustration in your voice, your talks of using him, turning the tables?

Audra: Okay, and?

Nate: Are you really that cold and calculating, audra?

Audra: Hm… what do your instincts say?

Nate: That underneath all that scheming and naked ambition, lies a warm-hearted, vulnerable woman who just wants what we all want. To love and be loved back by someone she knows in her heart won’t hurt her.

Audra: That’s very sweet of you. And not far off the mark.

Nate: So, I’m completely baffled you’d go looking for that with mccall. He will let you down, audra. He is a user.

Audra: People change.

Nate: No, they don’T. Not really. Unless it serves them somehow.

Audra: Well, he’s not using me, and I’m not using him, and I must say, it’s lovely.

Nate: Such a brilliant woman, and yet…

Audra: Look, I know it’s a lot to ask, but could you be just a little bit happy for me? My eyes are wide open. Tucker and I are in love. And it’s the real thing.

Nate: And you believe it is reciprocated?

Audra: I know it is. We’re two of a kind, totally in sync. And it’s not just power, it’s not just work. It’s everything I’ve ever wanted and more.

Nate: Wow. I am fond of you, audra. Really, I am. And I’d hate to see you get hurt, but anyone who lets down their guard with tucker lives to regret it. Just ask devon, or ashley, or– or anyone else who’s had dealings with him. If you let yourself get in deep with this guy knowing what you know, then you’re a fool.

Audra: So then, not happy for me. Got it.

Nate: Hear me when I say, this is going to end badly. You will not be the exception that proves the rule. You’ll just be tucker mccall’s latest casualty. Do you really want that for yourself?

Audra: You know, you are wrong. Things are different this time. This is gonna work. Count on it.

Sally: So, how was your day?

Adam: Ah, it was good, for the most part.

Sally: What was the not-so-good part?

Adam: I’m kind of wishing that I, um, I hadn’t told you that there was news.

Sally: Really?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Sally: Why?

Adam: Because the surprise that I had planned for you, uh, hit a little speed bump.

Seth: I’m not going to lie to you, nikki. I was in a really bad way when I called you.

Nikki: I’m sorry to hear that.

Seth: You were on my mind, so I thought I’d take a chance. I thought maybe talking to you, I don’t know, would help me snap out of it.

Nikki: Well, as I said on the phone, I– I can’t be your support system. My situation is too precarious.

Seth: Yeah, understood. You know, maybe I just needed to hear you say that, you know, you don’t blame me for failing you.

Nikki: You didn’t fail me. It was my decision to take a drink. You had no control over that. We can’t think of the weakness that this disease causes as a personal failing.

Seth: Yeah, I know. I know. You– you’re right.

Nikki: You stumbled. You fell. But you reached out. You were strong enough to ask for help and that’s a positive step.

Seth: Yeah, thanks to a friend, you know, someone else who wants to get sober.

Nikki: Oh, really? Who’s that? (Imitating chicken clucks)

Seth: I– I promised that I wouldn’t bring her up to you.

Nikki: Oh, so it’s a woman.

Seth: Can– can we just forget that I said anything?

Nikki: Well, I don’t mean to put you in an awkward position, but I would like to know who suggested you contact me.

Seth: It’s no one you know. You know, not well, anyway. It’s just someone from meetings who was surprised to hear that I’m not your sponsor anymore.

Nikki: And does this someone have a name?

Seth: She just wants to be anonymous, okay? And I have to honor her wishes. You can appreciate that, can’t you?

Sally: So, is this a little bump? Or…

Adam: Well, I’m sure that I can work things out, but, you know, maybe I should hold off on telling you until then.

Sally: Oh.

Adam: I can see you’re disappointed.

Sally: No, it– it– I mean, maybe like a little “oh, well”-ish. No, disappointed is reserved for when I think about my career.

Adam: Because the initial flurry of work hasn’t led to more?

Sally: Yeah. Chloe and I met and bounced around ideas on how to keep the company afloat, but, I don’t know, maybe sally spectra design is gonna have to do something bigger. Maybe going to pitch to chancellor-winters again.

Adam: Okay, but hasn’t chancellor-winters already had someone to do their design work?

Sally: Yes, but this time we would be going to them with an even bigger proposition. Asking them to be a financial backer. To take us on to the company and create a division.

Adam: Okay, don’t do that.

Sally: Why?

Adam: Just–

Sally: Do you not think that we can make a deal? Do you not have confidence in us?

Adam: No, it’s just the opposite, okay? I have infinite confidence in you and chloe. I just– I don’t want you going to chancellor-winters.

Sally: I don’t understand. What’s going on? Do you know something that I don’t know?

Victor: Well, hello.

Sally: Oh.

Adam: Hey.

Sally: Hi. You look well.

Victor: Hi, sally. Thank you. Son, I need the deal memo you’re working on by noon tomorrow, all right?

Adam: A day early.

Victor: There a problem?

Adam: No. No, that’s doable.

Victor: What about the redline on the franklin contract?

Adam: Uh, it’s not back from legal yet.

Victor: Well then, light a fire, all right? It’s time-sensitive. I need it.

Adam: Got it.

Victor: Okay. Thank you.

Adam: Anything else?

Victor: No, thank you. Nice to see you.

Sally: Nice to see you.

Victor: Let me have a double shot of tequila, please. Thank you.

Sally: I thought you and your father were getting along. Did something happen?

Audra: I’m not gonna argue with you about tucker. We’re building something incredible, okay? Something lasting. And I am confident with my choice. Look, I don’t expect you or anyone else to understand what he and I have together.

Nate: He is a psychologically abusive narcissist who steamrolls over anyone who gets in his way. You used to be able to see that. Now, you have complete trust in him. What did tucker promise you to lure you back into his orbit? Are you really that easily bought?

Audra: I am very close to slapping you.

Ashley: I had an awakening. I did. I really did. I mean it. Everything you said about me is true. I have a fear of commitment. And I have a hard time trusting people, specifically men. So, I exaggerated things and made you the villain in my story. Not to say that you’re blameless in what happened.

Tucker: I know that I’m not blameless, ashley. I’ve always accepted my role in what happened.

Ashley: And it wasn’t as intense as I made it out to be. There was no broken glass, no thrown chair. It was upsetting, but never violent.

Tucker: And why now? Why tell me this? Why break into my room now to tell me this?

Ashley: I really want to let go of the past. I’m desperate to be free of all this rage and this confusion.

Tucker: It’s starting to make a little more sense to me now. I think you’re forcing yourself to say all this, right? Because it’s the cleanest way to make the break from me. It’s a clever tactic. There’s just one hitch. I told myself I was ok

Ashley: You asked me why I came to see you and I told you.

Tucker: Except that it’s a lie. You don’t believe any of it. Which is why it won’t last.

Ashley: I see.

Tucker: These strong emotions you mentioned. Maybe they’ll subside for a minute, but they’re not gonna go anywhere. They’re gonna fester and burn inside you, and then you’re gonna have to let them out. And you’re gonna hate me.

Ashley: No, no–

Tucker: Yes, you’re gonna hate me, and you’re going to blame me for something else. And around and around and around we’ll go.

Ashley: I do not agree with that. I had an epiphany. Because of a fender bender.

Tucker: What?

Ashley: I know. It’s true.

Tucker: You all right?

Ashley: Yeah, physically. And mentally. I had this clarity wash over me and I realized that all the rage and confusion that I was blaming you for was actually my fault. So, I made– you remember how conflicted I was about marrying you. I was in no place at all to make a commitment to you because I didn’t trust you.

Tucker: Ashley. Ashley, please.

Ashley: It’s the truth.

Tucker: Please stop. Would you just–

Ashley: What?

Tucker: Would you please cut this crap out?

Ashley: What crap?

Tucker: The animosity you have shown me lately, it doesn’t just vanish. You’re doing one of two things: You’re either brainwashing yourself, like I said, or you’re setting me up for something. Either way, this conversation is over. Get the hell out of my room.

Nate: Go ahead and slap me if it’ll make you feel better, but it won’t change my mind. If you let yourself get in deep with this guy–

Audra: Why do you care, one way or the other?

Nate: Because I thought we were friends.

Audra: Hm.

Nate: Was I wrong, audra? Or were you using me to goad tucker? Or as a fallback plan? Or both?

Audra: Don’t flatter yourself.

Nate: Let’s hope I’m wrong for your sake and you get everything you want out of this deal. Silver lining, you’re no longer planning to take tucker down. I never thought that was a workable plan. But you’ve traded one risk for another.

Audra: Yes, you’ve made your opinion clear.

Nate: I only want what’s best for you, audra. And I mean that. But I don’t see how this ends without you getting your heart broken.

Audra: That’s the difference between you and me, nate. You’ve been burned before, and it’s made you weary. I’ve been burned, and it’s made me fearless.

Adam: I asked my dad to revisit the idea of giving you a design division under the newman umbrella.

Sally: That’s your big surprise? Why would you do that?

Adam: Because it’s a smart business move, okay? Even nick agrees with that.

Sally: You talked to nick about this before asking me? Adam, what if this isn’t something that I want?

Nikki: I can see how important it is for you to not betray this woman’s trust. I value privacy too, so I will respect that.

Seth: All right. Yeah. You know, she gave me a lot of great advice too. I was telling her how bad I messed up by trying to be her sponsor when I was kind of teetering on the edge myself.

Nikki: And what did she say?

Seth: She told me that I shouldn’t assume that you hate me or blame me for what happened. That I should give you credit, you know, for– for being compassionate.

Nikki: And that’s when she urged you to contact me?

Seth: Yeah, exactly. And I’m so glad I did because I feel so much better now that we talked.

Nikki: Okay, again, I can’t be your support system. Not at this stage of my recovery.

Seth: I 100% understand that, nikki.

Nikki: Okay, good.

Seth: You know, maybe– maybe we can at least be friends again. Coarse hair

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Seth: See, the thing is, I’ve been drinking out of guilt and shame. Feeling so horrible about just falling apart and leaving you in the lurch when you needed me the most.

Nikki: No, no, no, you mustn’t think that way. That’s too much responsibility for me. You were the one who decided to drink again. I had nothing to do with it.

Seth: Yeah, that’s– that’s true.

Nikki: Although, I can see why you might have thought you would harm me somehow. I mean, I felt it was my fault when you stumbled because you watched me fail over and over.

Seth: I mean, whatever it is that triggered me to fall back in the puddle again, it was absolutely not your doing.

Nikki: Well, I appreciate you saying that. Now, as far as this idea of remaining friends while we’re still struggling, I don’t know if that would be good for either of us. I mean, most likely we would end up being drinking buddies instead of actual friends, don’t you agree?

Seth: Well, look, you know, it– it depends what we’re drinking, right?

Nikki: Well, today it’s coffee, but tomorrow, who knows?

Seth: Yeah, who knows? One day at a time, nikki, right? As far as what it’ll do for me, I mean, I plan on making amends.

Nikki: While you’re still drinking?

Seth: You know, I mean, you gotta start somewhere.

Nikki: Seth, please hear what I’m saying. I’m fighting my own battle. I feel for you, I really do. But I don’t know that us being in touch right now is a good idea.

Seth: Oh. Well, then why– why did I– I mean, this is–

Nikki: I know, I know, I agreed to meet you today, but that’s not to say we should make a habit of it.

Seth: Okay, fair enough. I won’t push. You need to do whatever’s right for you.

Nikki: The most important thing is that you get rid of any guilt where I am concerned. That’s in the past. You need to move forward. Get a real sponsor and keep it going.

Seth: Yeah, that’s– that’s exactly what I plan on doing, you know? And it’s what I need from you, just a little bit of forgiveness, so I can move past all these bad feelings I’ve been holding onto and– and, you know, start fresh.

Nikki: Seth, you need to forgive yourself, okay? You need to get to a meeting tonight, if at all possible. If you are truly serious about getting sober again, do 90 meetings in 90 days.

Seth: Yes, those are both great ideas and I– I swear I’m gonna go as often as I can.

Nikki: Okay, good.

Seth: It’s just, you know if only to show you that I– I can pull myself together. You know, that’s– that’s gonna be the ray of hope that’s gonna see me through.

Nikki: Well, I’ll admit I do miss our conversations.

Seth: Yeah? Me too. I don’t know, some– maybe a cup of coffee once in a while between friends?

Nikki: Okay, I’d like that.

Ashley: Hopefully, I’ll be able to convince you someday.

Tucker: Convince me of what? I mean, what the hell difference does it make? What is it you’re after, please?

Ashley: I think you know.

Tucker: I have no idea, I’m telling you. I have no idea what this new bizarre game you’re playing is.

Ashley: I’m not playing a game. I just want peace.

Tucker: Yeah, you want peace. That makes sense. So, you broke into my room and ambushed me, for peace.

Ashley: I really hate what we’ve been putting each other through. And I hate that what we had, which was magnificent, I hate how that ended so abruptly. And I hate how I felt when you left me alone in that cafe in paris. Everybody staring at me, feeling sorry for me. It was so incredibly humiliating and overwhelming and I don’t want to ever feel that way again. I don’t want to feel that kind of pain and anger. I just don’t anymore. So, maybe we can see where things go. Is that so terrible? Why don’t you think about it? And then, you know, maybe we can talk sometime soon. Okay?

Tucker: Okay.

Ashley: Bye. Au revoir.

Tucker: Bye, ashley.

Nate: I believe you’ve mistaken recklessness for fearlessness. But I guess it’ll take getting burned again for you to learn the difference. I hope, for your sake, you do this time. Can I get an old fashioned?

Ashley: Let’s get something straight.

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Audra: Hello, ashley.

Ashley: Did you hear what I said?

Audra: You said you wanted to talk about something?

Ashley: I’ll talk. You listen.

Audra: Okay. Um, I’m not sure what we have to discuss.

Ashley: Well, this thing that you’ve got going on with tucker, it’s not gonna last. And I don’t want to hurt your feelings, but frankly, he’s out of your league.

Audra: Aw. You know, that sounds like something, um, a woman who’s still in love with him would say.

Ashley: Does it?

Audra: Yeah. Not to mention a little jealous and insecure.

Ashley: You don’t know the first thing about me, little girl, but if you want to psychoanalyze me, then you go ahead.

Audra: So, we’re insulting each other now? Okay, lady. It’s your party.

Ashley: You’re so cocky, aren’t you? So self-confident. At least on the outside. But while you’re busy convincing yourself that tucker belongs to you, this dynamic is changing.

Audra: What dynamic? What does that mean, exactly?

Ashley: You’ll see. Hi.

Tucker: And what are we up to now?

Ashley: Not much. Just catching up with your assistant. I’ll see you later.

Adam: Yes, I talked to nick. I mean, can you imagine the blowback if I tried to pitch this to our dad behind his back?

Sally: But you didn’t think that there would be any from me?

Adam: Sally, look. I was trying to be honest. And above board. Something I thought people would appreciate. But apparently, you and my brother have a problem with my methods.

Sally: No, what I have a problem with is you coming to me after the fact.

Adam: Okay, look. I– I understand why you feel I overstepped.

Sally: You absolutely did. Look, what– what made you even do this in the first place?

Adam: Okay, first of all, it’s great business for newman. And second, it would be great for you, too.

Sally: Based on what?

Adam: Sally, you just told me that your business hit a plateau already. You’re worried about finances enough that you’re thinking of going to chancellor-winter’s hat in hand, asking for an infusion of cash. Wouldn’t you rather come to newman and work more closely with me?

Sally: Axing nick out of my work situation completely?

Adam: Since the two of you broke up, you haven’t felt all that comfortable with having him as a sole backer. Wouldn’t this help you feel less guilty about that?

Sally: Why would it?

Adam: I’m guessing that newman would buy him out. He would get his investment back. You would be off the hook for owing him anything. It would be a lot cleaner that way.

Sally: Adam, that’s still my decision to make. And– and what– what exactly were you thinking, us working closer together? I mean, would you be my boss or–

Adam: What? No. No way.

Sally: Okay, then what would it be?

Adam: Okay, well, newman would strictly be the money for your enterprise. I’m not gonna be looking over your shoulder. I’m not gonna be second-guessing your design or your business decisions. Of course, you can always come to me for any kind of advice. That is a given. But I trust you to run your own shop. That’s why I support your vision.

Sally: You’re saying all the right things. That’s exactly what you do when you’re backed into a corner.

Adam: Come on.

Sally: No, adam.

Adam: Sally.

Sally: Adam, I’m not sold on this. I’m not. At all.

Adam: What can I say to you to convince you that this is a great idea?

Sally: Victor teased me with the possibility of handing me my own division, and then reneged after he knew very well that we walked away from a steady gig at chancellor-winters. I always assumed it was personal and intentional to screw me over and– and put me in my place, so what is stopping him from doing that again?

Adam: Do you know what’s going to stop him from doing that again? Me.

Sally: Look, adam, I appreciate you wanting to protect me. But how can you be successful with victor running the show? I’m assuming that’s the speed bump that you hit earlier, right? Victor turning you down flat because he doesn’t want me on his payroll. Not now or ever.

Adam: Look, this will be an actual offer, okay? On paper. No more of this verbal agreement stuff or leaving you in limbo. I will have protections put in place for you, I swear. And nick will too. In case I wasn’t clear, nick is very much a fan of this plan moving forward.

Sally: Honestly, that’s another issue altogether. I– I just– no, I’m not– I’m not convinced. Look, the point is, adam, you made a career choice for me without giving me the courtesy of coming to me about it first. This is my business, adam. My future. I would’ve called yesterday.

Adam: Look, I– I went about this the wrong way. Obviously. But my motives were pure. And I believe that this is a smart move for newman and for you. It’s definitely better than you going someplace else long-term. When victor made that handshake offer with you, you were willing to ditch chancellor-winters. Shouldn’t that tell you something? And I’m willing to bet if they actually gave you the money, they would definitely not be hands-off.

Sally: Well, you just have my whole future mapped out for me, don’t you? Once again, you know best.

Adam: Will you– will you give it some thought? And then we’ll talk? Once you’ve had some time to think it over, I think that you will see that this makes sense.

Sally: Not if victor doesn’t think it does.

Adam: He hasn’t nixed the idea. Just says he needs to think about it more and needs a little more time to consider it. Look, can we just let this play out? Try to keep an open mind?

Victor: There’s my sweetheart.

Nikki: Hi, darling. That didn’t take very long.

Victor: So– well, I wrapped up a few things that i had to deal with and then I came straight home. How did things go with that seth fellow?

Nikki: Ah, he just left. I– I think it went well.

Victor: Glad to hear that.

Nikki: He’s really been struggling, so I think it helped for him to talk to somebody.

Victor: Well, always helps to talk to people when things are troubling you.

Nikki: Yeah, I– I think I gave him some hope. By the time he left, I felt that I had done some good for him. At least I pointed him in the right direction.

Victor: Well, at least you feel you accomplished something, you know?

Nikki: Yeah, well, after all the help I’ve needed lately, it felt good to be on the giving end for a change.

Victor: You know, I can sense that you’re coming around now. Feeling good about yourself, I think, is the most important thing for your recovery.

[ Phone chiming ]

Tucker: Hey, I hope I didn’t keep you waiting too long.

Audra: I managed to entertain myself.

Tucker: That dude does not like seeing us together.

Audra: Well, that’s too bad for him. Although, I’m much more interested in what’s going on with ashley.

Tucker: Yes, I could ask you the same question.

Audra: What did she say to you over there?

Tucker: Uh, that you and she were having a chat.

Audra: A chat.

Tucker: What about?

Audra: On my end, nothing. Although, ashley confronted me like a jealous lover warning me off her turf. You know, when a day ago she supposedly couldn’t stand the sight of you. So, what’s up with that?

Tucker: No clue. I’m as, uh, I’m as confused by it as you are.

Audra: Well, it had to come from somewhere. Did you run into her earlier? Did she say something to you then?

Tucker: No, this is the first time I’ve seen her this evening.

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[ Tucker sighs ]

Tucker: Oh, man. What’s that smile for?

Audra: I’m happy.

Tucker: Are you happy?

Audra: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: That makes me happy. What if I were to tell you that you’re about to get even happier?

Audra: Mm. I’d say that I doubt that’s even possible. But don’t let me stop you from trying.

Tucker: I have a surprise for you.

Audra: Ooh, I love surprises. What is it?

Tucker: Guess.

Audra: Hm… is it something sparkly?

Tucker: Not yet.

[ Tucker laughs ]

Audra: Oh.

Tucker: Sorry.

Audra: What about… yacht?

Tucker: Closer.

Audra: Okay. So, if yacht is closer… travel?

Tucker: Warmer. Keep going.

Audra: Plane tickets?

Tucker: Bingo.

Audra: You’re right, I– you know what? I am happier. Where are we going?

Jack: How you doing, ash?

Ashley: I’m better.

Jack: Times like these, I– I wish dad was still around. He was so much better at comforting you than I am.

Ashley: I always wished dad was around. But don’t sell yourself short. You did great.

Jack: Yeah, it doesn’t feel like it.

Ashley: You did. Absolutely. You just listened. You comforted me and you didn’t judge me. You reminded me that you and traci are always there for me no matter what, through anything.

Jack: That is one thing the three of us can always count on. Together, we can conquer anything.

Ashley: That’s the truth.

Jack: I know what dad would do for you now.

Ashley: What?

Jack: Bring his beauty a cup of tea.

Ashley: He would. You’re right.

Jack: Yeah, you stay right here.

Ashley: Okay.

Kyle: Mom, you and dad were in a meeting. Not taking calls. R&d needed a decision immediately, I made it. Exact same decision you would have made. So, we’re all good.

Diane: I appreciate your quick reaction time, kyle, but it wasn’t your decision to make. You are the chief operating officer, not the co-ceo. That’s my job.

Kyle: Yep, I’m well aware.

Diane: No, I’m– I’m not sure you are. This isn’t the first time that you’ve tried too hard, and I think we need to deal with it.

Kyle: Well, I…

Ashley: Hello, you two.

Nikki: This could work, don’t you see? I am sick of cowering around here, waiting for her to come at me with a butcher knife with that smirk of hers. Jordan thinks she has all the power. It’s time for me to let her know, she’s wrong.

Victor: And how the hell do you propose to do that, sweetheart? By pushing her buttons? What does that mean?

Nikki: She can’t help herself from coming after me. She thinks that she is stronger than I am. Well, one more taunt and I can lure her right out into the open.

Victor: I won’t have it. I will not allow you to endanger your sobriety and risk your life.

Victoria: Would you please just listen to him, mom? She’s a vicious, uncontrollable monster. She’s already proven that she’ll stop at nothing to try to get to you.

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Nikki: So, what do you suggest I do? Sit around here and let her keep torturing me? That’s like she’s already won.

Victor: Sweetheart, just don’t answer the damn phone. Don’t let her affect you again the way she did earlier.

Victoria: I can’t even imagine how shaken up you must have been.

Nikki: Oh, yes, I was. As soon as I hung up, my first impulse was to run, not walk, to a bottle.

Victoria: Oh, mom, please tell me that you didn’T.

Nikki: No, no, I didn’t, darling. Your father made sure that wasn’t an option. And thanks to lauren and jack, I didn’t go looking elsewhere. But they talked me through it as soon as I called. Jack was here in a heartbeat to remind me how important my sobriety is.

Victoria: What about the next time that jordan terrorizes you and jack isn’t around?

Victor: And what if jack abbott happens to be here and doesn’t prevent you from taking another drink?

Nikki: He’s not a jailer, victor. He’s a sponsor. We work through these things together. It’s not just a matter of me avoiding alcohol. There’s so much more to it.

Victor: Well, I’m not so sure.

Nikki: And please stop second-guessing jack. And me, for that matter. I have to feel that I have control over something. And taking on jordan will give me a goal, something to focus on, so that I can destroy her once and for all.

Victoria: Unless something goes wrong and she finds some other way to get to you.

Nikki: I won’t let that happen.

Victor: Well, neither will I. I promise you that. But, sweetheart, do I need to remind you that last time you thought you could control situations, jordan controlled you. She almost killed you.

Nikki: Well, I’m still here, getting stronger every minute.

Victoria: Please tell me there’s something we can say to talk you out of this?

[ Cell phone buzzes ] Is that her?

Victor: Let me have that phone, please.

Nikki: Absolutely not. I will handle this.

Kyle: How are you doing, ashley?

Ashley: Not bad. How are you?

Kyle: Fine, thanks. Um. Hey, mom, dad, and I were going to go to society for dinner and I just stopped by to check on harrison. You should join us.

Jack: Yeah.

Kyle: I’ll be right back.

Jack: That’s a great idea.

Diane: I would love that.

Jack: Yeah, really think about it. It would be a great distraction for you. And, I hate to brag, but I have been told… that I can be a charming dinner companion from time to time.

Diane: He’s right. I’ve seen it.

Ashley: That’s nice. Thank you for the invitation. I’m a little beat. I think I’ll just stay here and rest.

Jack: I wish you’d reconsider. We’d have a lot more fun if you came along.

Ashley: Yeah, because I’m so much fun.

[ Ashley laughs ] Um. It’s very sweet of you to be concerned. Um, but you don’t need to supervise me.

Jack: It was a sincere invitation, truly. I am not trying to supervise you.

Ashley: Oh, yeah, you are. You’re exceptionally good at it. Seriously. Um, you guys go eat, drink, and be merry, and… bring me back some cheesecake.

Tucker: How do you feel about a little jaunt to europe?

Audra: Ooh.

Tucker: Mm. Stop off in paris. Maybe meet with the new board of glissade directors… check out some of those other companies we’re hoping to scoop up. Party.

Audra: Hm, let me see. You and me, enthralling our board of directors, exploring the sights and sounds of our new kingdom, together, hand in hand. I love everything about this.

Tucker: Yeah.

Audra: And I’ve missed paris. If you’re sure you want to go back so soon after, you know.

Tucker: Ah, hey. If you think that I’m going to let ashley abbott, or anyone for that matter, ruin that magnificent city for me, you are grossly underestimating my powers of selective perception. And you… you would make the whole thing so new to me, you know. You make everything your own. You have with me.

Audra: Either you’re giving me a hard sell—

Tucker: No, no, no, no. I’m not selling anything. I’m telling you what I should have told you a long time ago, audra.

Audra: You mean it?

Tucker: I mean it.

Audra: Well, you wanting us to take this trip together, to paris of all places. It’s even more proof that ashley is really out of your system now. She can’t touch us.

Tucker: She never could touch us. It’s just taken you until now to realize it.

Audra: Which means we’re unstoppable, you know?

Tucker: Damn right, we are. After everything we’ve been through… and all these years of lying to ourselves about how we felt about each other, I’m right where I want to be. As close to you as possible.

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Tucker: Here’s a question for you. Is ordering two cheeseburgers considered uncouth for an insanely successful business mogul like me? I’m famished.

Audra: You know, I’ve actually researched that. Insanely successful moguls can have anything they want.

Tucker: That’s good, because that’s what I feel like. I feel like I can have anything I want. I’m gonna have anything I want because I’ve earned it. We’ve earned it. You know what I’m feeling right now?

Audra: Mm, what?

Tucker: Optimistic. I feel optimistic, audra. First time in months, maybe longer. I mean, look at this. Is this a dream? I’m standing here with my best friend in the world, who also happens to be the most beautiful woman, the best person I’ve ever known, and my future with her is so bright, man, I’ve got to squint. Are you with me on this? Huh?

Audra: Every step of the way, and I’m loving it. Mwah.

Tucker: Look out, world. There’s a new power couple in town! Hm.

[ Audra laughs ]

Jack: Call if you need me.

Ashley: I’m fine. Don’t forget my cheesecake.

[ Jack laughs ]

Jack: Come on, let’s go. Let’s do it.

Ashley: I can’t handle much more. Breaking her down. Stop it. Don’t be negative. I’m worried. Oh, god. Shut up! Shut up! Please shut up. Shut up.

Nikki: It’s not jordan. It’s seth, my former sponsor.

Victor: Well, don’t answer him. He has nothing to offer you. He failed you when you last time needed him. You were desperate. I’m saying he’s probably calling now to apologize, to grovel.

Victoria: Yeah, to see if he can ease his own guilt by trying to drag you down with him.

Nikki: The poor man stumbled. I can’t hold that against him when I have done the same thing. I mean, maybe he’s reaching out for help. Hello, seth.

Seth: Nikki, thanks for answering. I– I didn’t know if you would.

Nikki: Well, to be honest, I– I wasn’t sure if I should. Not because I don’t still care about you. I do, and I’ve been concerned about you. I just didn’t know if I should call.

Seth: Oh. Why?

Nikki: I don’t know. I thought maybe you were upset that I needed space.

Seth: No, no, no, no. You–you had every right to push me away, and I have no right to reach out to you, but I– i thought I should at least try. Just at least once.

Nikki: Well, I’m glad. How are you?

Seth: Uh, not– not good. I– I– I need help.

Nikki: I’m sorry.

Seth: No, I mean, I really need help, nikki. That’s why I called. Just to see if you could do for me what I couldn’t do for you. (Bridget) with thyroid eye disease

Nikki: You know I can’t be your sponsor, seth.

Seth: Yeah, of– of course not. That– that came out wrong. Just, uh– look, this was a very impulsive call to make, and the truth is I’m not even sure I know exactly what to say, except that I’m thinking about you all the time. I mean, because I know you’re struggling too, right? And I just think that– that we should be able to– to help each other, you know, as– as fellow travelers on this path that we’re on. Yeah, so…

[ Breaths in deep ] Okay. I know that– that– that might sound crazy, and– and I’m sorry if I overstepped. I’m just saying that it– it would really mean a lot to me if I could just talk to you, because it would help me get past all this guilt that I’ve been feeling and been holding onto, you know, because of letting you down.

Nikki: Where are you?

Seth: I’m at a bar, east of town.

Nikki: Seth, I can’t see you if you’ve been drinking.

Seth: No, I– I haven’T. Not yet. I mean, you know, I just got here and then I decided to call.

Nikki: All right, well I’ll leave right now and meet me at crimson lights, so you can buy me a cup of coffee.

Seth: Okay. Okay, it’d– it’d be my honor. Um. Thank you so much, nikki. I’m– I am on my way.

Nikki: Okay, see you soon.

Victoria: You’re a compassionate woman, mom.

Victor: Sweetheart, you certainly are, but I will not allow you to leave the premises. Not as long as that jordan woman is out there.

Nikki: Victor.

Victor: What?

Nikki: It’s coffee with my former sponsor in a public place. They don’t even serve alcohol there. What is the harm in that?

Audra: So, we meet our new glissade board and make them wonder how they ever survived without us. And then, you know, we go look at those new companies we might acquire, and then what?

Tucker: Go back to the hotel. Do what you do in a hotel. Celebrate our asses off ’til we pass out. No? I guess I didn’t understand the question. What are you asking?

Audra: Well, I’m asking about the bigger picture. Do we relocate glissade offices to genoa city, or do we embrace a whole new life in paris?

Tucker: Would you actually consider that?

Audra: Tucker, I came to genoa city because of you. I stayed because of you. So, if you go to paris or wherever, I go to paris or wherever. And business has nothing to do with it. You know, this feels weird.

Tucker: What does?

Audra: I guess just letting my guard down. Admitting that I care after pretending I didn’T. And after years of this push-pull dance we’ve been doing, it’s scary. And I didn’t know I was scared of anything.

Tucker: Yeah. I guess for a couple of fearless risk-takers, we’ve been pretty cowardly with one another, haven’t we?

Audra: Are we really getting past all that? Starting a real, honest life together, full of endless possibilities?

Tucker: Yes.

Audra: Or is this too good to be true?

Tucker: No, it is not. It’s this good. It’s this true. Not to mention long overdue.

Audra: Okay. So, is your vote for paris or genoa city? It’s genoa city. I don’t even know why I asked.

Tucker: It’s not because of ashley. It’s not because of the abbotts or jabot or any of that old crap I’m no longer interested in.

Audra: No, I believe you. It’s because of devon, isn’t it?

Tucker: I just– I love him so much. I love dominic so much. I don’t show it very well, though. But I’m willing to learn. I want to learn. Do you think I’m crazy for not just giving up and walking away?

Audra: No. No. Look, I get it. I don’t know all the details, but I do know that this disconnect between the two of you is hurting you very deeply.

Tucker: A lot more than I’ve been willing to admit to myself. And I think what I do is I– I resort to anger with him because it’s safer than feeling the pain. I don’t know.

Audra: Nothing hurts more than the pain of being estranged from your own family. And that pain won’t ever go away unless you find a way to resolve it.

Tucker: Yeah, that’s it exactly, isn’t it?

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Jack: I love having a restauranteur in the family.

Abby: And I love hosting family, so we are even. Let me know if you need anything.

Jack and diane: Thanks abby.

Kyle: Well dad, here’s to you.

Diane: Oh, I’ll drink to that. To you.

Jack: To me.

Diane: Sure.

Jack: I’m not complaining. Uh, what did I do to deserve a toast?

Kyle: Mom didn’t give me details, but she told me how you’re helping nikki and I really admire that.

Jack: Well, thank you both. I’m only doing what I’m sure nikki would do for me if the situation were reversed.

Diane: Your father can be too kind and unselfish at times. As if you don’t have your hands full enough at home.

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Diane: Yeah, I was surprised she didn’t tear into me about my promotion as soon as we walked through the door. Not that I’m complaining.

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Nikki: I know both of you are worried about me, but I can certainly handle a conversation with my former sponsor at crimson lights.

Victor: Well, then you won’t mind if I put one of my men at a table nearby so they can keep an eye on you.

Nikki: Oh, victor, you have got to stop coddling me.

Victor: Sweetheart, I’m not coddling you. I’m just aware of how dangerous this is. We don’t know what this lunatic woman is up to.

Nikki: Well, whatever it is, she’s the reason why I’m stuck in this house and I hate it.

Victor: It won’t last forever.

Victoria: Mom, please stay home. Just, you’re safe here. Please don’t tempt fate. Let dad’s security team and the police find jordan before you venture out again.

Victor: Sweetheart, please. If you keep on pressing the issue, you’re forcing that woman to do more than just a phone call. She could really endanger your life again.

Abby: Thank you so much.

Tessa: Hi!

Abby: Hello! Please tell me that that smile on your face means what I think it means.

Tessa: So, I talked to mariah about your job offer.

Abby: And?

Tessa: With my wife’s blessing, I’ve decided I’m definitely interested in accepting it.

Abby: Are you sure?

Tessa: One hundred percent. But I do have a few conditions.

Abby: Just name it and consider it done.

Tessa: Good. I’m glad you said that, because I want some serious changes made around here.

Jack: There is no doubt about it, tucker’s mind games have done a real number on ashley. Though I did have some quiet time with her this afternoon, and I am cautiously optimistic she’s ready to turn a corner.

Diane: That’s good. What changed?

Jack: I think she’s just had enough. Painful as it’s all been, I think she’s coming out on the other side and finally, she can put tucker behind her once and for all.

Kyle: It won’t be easy. I mean, I know firsthand just how skilled tucker is at getting in your head and refusing to let go until he’s done with you. I’m pulling for her.

Diane: It is unbelievable how tucker has upended this family, and he’s still going strong. I don’t think he’ll ever take his sights off jabot.

Jack: Despite his claims that he doesn’t want payback.

Diane: And, exposing his cover-up scandal wasn’t enough to crush him.

Kyle: Yeah, and– and don’t forget about audra blowing our follow-up attack. I mean, that weapon’s useless now.

Diane: Tucker’s obsession with everything abbott is obnoxious. Is there nothing we can do to stop him?

Jack: Of course there is. We make sure jabot is ready to defend itself from that man at every level.

Tucker: You know, for a woman who’s subtly made it clear that the subject of her own family is off-limits, you’re very insightful about the pain that estrangement can cause. I’m not asking for anything. I’m just noting.

Audra: Good choice. Can I make a suggestion about your situation with devon?

Tucker: Please.

Audra: First of all, do nothing.

Tucker: Wow. Gosh. Why didn’t I think of that?

Audra: Just hear me out. Look, I know you love nothing more than to race over to the chancellor mansion this minute and refuse to leave until devon tells you he forgives you.

Tucker: You’re not wrong.

Audra: But what I’m telling you is do nothing. Like just wait a while. Everything is just too fresh and too volatile after your breakup with ashley. So, just let the dust settle. Be patient.

Tucker: Not something I excel at. What then?

Audra: Well, think about it. How many times have you promised devon that you’ve changed and then gone back on your promise?

Tucker: Over the course of our entire relationship? Too many times to count.

Audra: Yeah, so you’re going to need more than words and empty promises to convince him. Telling him won’t mean a thing. You’ll have to show him.

Tucker: All right. How do I show him?

Audra: Just stand down, take a breath and just be there for him when you see that he needs help. No scheming, no subterfuge, no strings attached. For no other reason than you love him and it’s the right thing to do.

Tucker: In other words, the last thing that he would expect from me. You’re amazing. Coarse hair

Tucker: Shall we?

Audra: You know, I’m not tired and I don’t want this evening to end, so what do you say I buy you a nightcap?

Tucker: I love it. Let’s do it. I just have a couple calls to make and then I’ll be right back down.

Audra: Okay.

Tucker: Okay.

Tessa: Don’t be offended, but I think society could use a major makeover.

Abby: Excuse me?

Tessa: So, this is what I’m thinking. We do a dj, karaoke. We remove those tables and put a dance floor. And then, the menu. We go international. Monday, french cuisine. Tuesday, italian–

Abby: Tessa.

Tessa: Wednesday–

Abby: No, no, no. I’m not sure about any of that, actually. No.

Tessa: [ Laughs ] I’m sorry. I’m sorry, abby. I’m just messing with you.

Abby: Oh.

Tessa: I wouldn’t change a single thing about society. People love it here. I mean, there would be a riot in town if you so much as changed the empanada recipe.

Abby: Well, thank god, because you really had me going there for a minute.

Tessa: Well, don’t be too grateful just yet, because I do have one condition.

Abby: I’m afraid to ask.

Tessa: It’s about aria.

Abby: Oh. How’s she doing? I haven’t seen her in a couple weeks.

Tessa: Oh, she’s so fantastic. I mean, it’s just such a miracle. She’s adjusting so well to her hearing aids, and she’s even started trying to sing along when we sing her lullabies, when we put her to bed. So cute.

Abby: That’s so beautiful. I love that little girl. So, listen, if your ask is about aria, you can pretty much guarantee I’m going to say yes.

Tessa: Well, I just need some flexibility with my work schedule here, so that mariah and I can coordinate our time with her.

Abby: Of course. I was already planning on it. From one mother to another, I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Tessa: Wow. That was easy. I should have held out for all the paella I could eat. Which is a lot.

Abby: Well, I’m sold on that too. Come here. Yay. Aw. Tessa, you really are a lifesaver. It’s going to be such a relief having you here because you’re so positive and energetic. And I won’t feel like I’m shortchanging dominic with my new responsibilities on the board at chancellor-winters. And I really do think you’re going to love it here.

Tessa: Oh, I don’t doubt that for one minute.

Abby: I cannot wait to tell devon. He’s going to be just as thrilled as I am. Hey, why don’t you come by after we close and we can go over everything.

Tessa: I’m here.

Abby: And the customers are going to love you too. In fact, here, come with me.

Tessa: Hm. Oh.

Abby: Excuse me. I would like to introduce you to the new manager of society tessa porter.

Diane: Congratulations.

Jack: Fantastic news, tessa. Congratulations.

Tessa: Thank you.

Kyle: That’s fantastic.

Nikki: All right. I won’t meet seth at crimson lights. I’ll have him come here. Does that make you happy?

Victor: Happy is hardly the word, okay? But I’m very grateful that you’ve decided to stay.

[ Cell phone ringing ] Excuse me. I need to take this.

Victoria: Thank you. Thank you so much for staying where you’re safe, mom. So, I won’t worry about you, at least not as much. But I’m glad that dad is here with you, so I will go back, and I’ll check on claire. And I love you. I’ll talk to you later, okay?

Nikki: I love you too. And don’t worry, I’ll be fine, okay?

[ Phone ringing ]

Seth: It’s nikki. Nikki! Hey. Please tell me you’re not canceling.

Nikki: Oh, no. I just have to change locations.

Seth: Oh. No problem. Just name the place and I’ll be there.

Nikki: I can’t get away from the ranch right now. Would you mind meeting me here?

Seth: Okay. That– that’s fine. I just– I just need the address.

Nikki: 421 larkspur trail, highway B. I’ll tell the security guard that I’m expecting you.

Seth: Okay. Okay, that– that– that’s– that’s great. I’ll see you soon.

Nikki: Okay.

Jordan: Where are you meeting her?

Seth: Uh, at the– at the newman ranch.

Jordan: Oh. Well, this just keeps getting better and better.

Seth: Yes, um, yeah. If advanced lung cancer

Victor: I will deal with that momentarily, all right? Thank you.

[ Victor sighing ] Did you talk to seth?

Nikki: Yes. He’s on his way here instead of crimson lights.

Victor: It makes me happy that you changed your mind, all right? It means a lot to me. Now, you’re looking forward to talking to him?

Nikki: Well, yeah. If I can help him even a little bit, it will be added incentive for my sobriety.

Victor: Come here. I’ve got to tell you, the fact that you’re willing to help someone while you’re struggling yourself means a great deal, okay? And if that makes you happy in the process, then… I’m happy for you.

Nikki: There’s only one other thing I can think of that would make me happy.

Victor: Uh-oh. What’s that?

Nikki: Setting a trap for jordan before she can set one for us.

Jack: Ash? Ashley?

Kyle: Can I pour you a drink?

Diane: No, no. I’m– I’m good. Hey, is everything all right?

Kyle: Yeah. Why wouldn’t it be?

Diane: Well, I can think of a few things.

Kyle: Like what?

Diane: Like jabot.

Kyle: What? I’m supposed to be upset about work? After hours?

Diane: No, not work per se, but what you and I were talking about when we came in earlier.

Kyle: Ah. About my decision that I made with r&d that should have been yours and my overstepping.

Diane: I said helping, not overstepping.

Kyle: My mistake.

Diane: And you seemed to tense up a bit whenever jabot came up at dinner.

Kyle: Okay, mom, you’re clearly trying to get at something, but I’m not sure what it is, so just help me out.

Diane: I think you know. Jack promoted me to a position that you used to have. One that you and I both lobbied for you to have again and I want you to tell me how you really feel about it.

Kyle: Okay, this is on your mind a lot more than it is mine.

Diane: I don’t think so.

Kyle: Okay. I stopped lobbying for myself because I realized you were the right person at the right time. This is the way it should be.

Diane: Yes, but it’s created a whole new dynamic at work. It seems like you’re having a hard time accepting that. I mean, kyle, I get it. It can’t be easy coming back to a lesser role there than you had before.

Kyle: Mom. Mom, I’m not struggling.

Diane: Would you tell me if you were?

Kyle: I would. And it’s all good.

Diane: I just want us to find the right balance at work, where we can be happy and productive and– and comfortable. I mean, yes, kyle, I am your boss. But first and foremost, I’m your mom. And I don’t want this to come between us. And in fact, I will do whatever it takes to keep that from happening, so just– come on. Tell me the truth.

Kyle: Okay. Okay, you’re right. This is a lot tougher for me to take than I thought it would be. And I’m trying very hard right now not to resent you for it.

Jack: Where are you, ashley?

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Devon: Now we should probably make some time to get those figures down and back to accounting so we’re not making them wait anymore.

Nate: Sure, I’ll get on top of that.

Billy: Hey, you guys are back. Devon, can I steal you for a minute?

Devon: Uh, we were just about to be in the middle of something. Can it wait?

Billy: I promise, it’ll be brief. I just– I have an exciting proposal that I’d like to get off the ground as soon as we can. I wouldn’t ask you if it wasn’t important.

Devon: Okay, uh, yeah, sure.

Billy: Great, uh, nate, I promise you, we’ll make this brief.

Nate: Sure.

Devon: He can listen.

Billy: Yeah, with all due respect, this falls outside of nate’s scope.

Devon: Yeah, I don’t mind though, it’s fine. He’s been doing a great job keeping us on track with lily being gone.

Billy: Okay, great. The more buy-in, the better. The faster we can make this happen.

Devon: All right. So, what’s this big idea?

Billy: Well, on one hand, it’s not a massive step. But on the other, it’ll change the face of this company going forward.

Ashley: Worried. Worried. Is she okay? Stop. Poor thing. Shut up! Needs help. Don’t give in. Be strong. Traci? Hello? Diane? Hello?

[ Ashley sobbing ]

Jack: You finished there?

Nikki: Oh, yes, thank you. And thank you for bringing lunch. I didn’t know I was– I was so hungry.

Jack: You know what they say in the program, “halt.”

Nikki: Oh, yes, uh, “never get too hungry, angry–”

Jack: “Lonely–”

Nikki: “Lonely or tired.”

Jack: Right, your basic needs are your top priority right now. And mine.

Victor: Well, well, well. This your job now, jack?

Jack: Hello, victor. Just doing my part as nikki’s sponsor.

Nikki: Hi, darling. I didn’t expect you back this soon. Jack is here to help ease my anxiety.

Victor: I see. And what are you anxious about?

Nikki: Jordan called again.

Victor: How do you know it was her?

Nikki: I spoke to her. And she had a lot to say. As did I.

Victor: Where’s your phone?

Nikki: Right there.

Victor: Is this the number?

Nikki: Yes. What are you going to do?

Victor: I’m gonna call her back.

Jordan: Hello.

Seth: Can I help you?

Jordan: You look like a man who could use another drink. Sometimes, the lows of bipolar depression

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Jordan: I’m sorry. Am I being too forward?

Seth: Depends on what you’re looking for.

Jordan: Oh. A little company. A little conversation.

Seth: Here’s the thing, I’m not really good for either one of those right now. You know, it’s been a long– what time is it, anyway?

Jordan: Still daylight.

[ Seth laughs ]

Seth: I started early.

Jordan: How about I get us a refill?

Seth: Yeah, I’m sorry, I– i just really like to drink alone.

Jordan: Oh, I’m– I’m sorry. I must sound like some pushy stranger. Actually, we do have a friend in common.

Seth: Oh, yeah? Who’s that?

Jordan: Nikki newman.

[ Victor sighs ]

Victor: There’s still no answer. I’ll just have security track the number.

Jack: This woman managed to burn down a prison and escape. I doubt she would use a traceable phone.

Victor: So, let me ask you, what exactly happened? What did you– what did she threaten you with?

Nikki: Actually, I instigated it.

Victor: How?

Nikki: I am sick and tired of her threats. She has made me a prisoner of this house. I had to do something. So, I redialed her call from this morning and… told her that she hasn’t won, and to stay away from my family.

Victor: And this is how you helped. You encouraged her to taunt the woman that nearly killed all of us.

Jack: I found out about this after the fact.

Nikki: It’s true. Jack wasn’t here yet. Lauren was here, and she could see how upset I was. And she urged me not to let jordan intimidate me.

Victor: I thought bringing lauren in to help you at newman media would be a good idea. Obviously, I was wrong.

Nikki: No, victor, it was a good idea.

Victor: Why? She encouraged you to taunt that woman.

Jack: I am the one who suggested lauren, and I stand by it. She understands what nikki is struggling with, she’s there for her as a friend, she’s also a talented businesswoman. Nikki needs support on all those levels.

Victor: How the hell do you think you have helped her ease her anxiety? What kind of a sponsor are you?

Jack: The kind that cares deeply about nikki, not you.

Nikki: Jack dropped everything to come over here. I– I– I was a wreck. I mean, just hearing jordan’s voice again, all the old feelings came flooding back. And I desperately wanted a drink to calm my nerves. I– I asked lauren to go out to lunch.

Victor: I asked you to stay here, where you’re safe.

Nikki: That is how badly I needed to sneak a drink. But instead, lauren suggested that we invite jack over. It– it’s only because of them that I am sober at this moment.

Victor: All right, I’m glad you didn’t drink. And jack, thank you for coming over in the middle of the workday to help my wife. I think your job is done. You may as well go back and tend to your own affairs.

Jack: Nikki, are you ready for me to leave?

Nikki: I– I do feel much better now. Thank you for everything. But victor’s right. You should go back to your day.

Jack: If you’re sure.

Nikki: I am.

Jack: You can call me.

Nikki: I will.

Jack: Victor, always a pleasure.

Nikki: I know that wasn’t easy, accepting that jack is helping me.

[ Victor sighs ]

Victor: That woman threatens you, and you call jack abbott? I’m your husband!

Nikki: Victor, I am not choosing jack over you. I am choosing my sobriety over drinking. But when you challenge him like that, I get upset.

Victor: If it helps you, then… I continue supporting him as your sponsor.

Nikki: It helps very much. Thank you.

Billy: And just to be clear with, uh– with both of you, that, uh, I’ve discussed this with jill, and she agrees. We feel like it’s time for jill and her abbott name to have more representation within the company.

Devon: Well, we already consult jill on all major issues and, uh, decisions within the company, and she’s made it clear that she doesn’t want to be hands-on with our day-to-day issues.

Billy: I’m sorry, I’m not actually– not being very clear. Um, you’re right, 100%. She’s not talking about being more hands-on, I’m actually talking specifically about her name.

Devon: Oh, I don’t– I’m not following.

Billy: Look, I fully appreciate and– and respect the value and the importance of both the chancellor and the winters name, but my mother is half-owner of this merged company and she’s neither a chancellor or a winters.

Devon: Right. And what’s your point?

Billy: Jill and I feel like it’s time to add abbott to the company name. With moderate to severe plaque psoriasis,

Devon: I’m going to need you to walk me through your thinking a little bit, billy. Because chancellor industries has always been chancellor, even when jill ran it alone.

Billy: Oh, exactly.

Devon: And then when we merged these companies, I dropped “hamilton” from hamilton winters so we can simplify things.

Billy: Well, and you changed your name to winters, so you’re actually represented on both branches of the family here with your grandmother’s last name and neil’S. And just to be clear, I’m not talking about omitting one of the other names. I’m just simply talking about adding another one. Abbott-chancellor-winters or acw.

Nate: So you get top billing?

Billy: It’s alphabetical order, but of course, it’s open to discussion.

Devon: Well, let’s just– let’s pump the brakes a little bit because I don’t know where this is coming from. ‘Cause jill has never brought up having an issue of wanting her name represented or any of her names.

Billy: Yeah. [ Laughs ] She’s had a few, hasn’t she? But she always reverts to abbott.

Devon: And that’s fine. But when she ran chancellor industries, which is my grandmother’s company, she didn’t bother changing the name then. And then when we merged, she didn’t add “abbott” to chancellor-winters.

Billy: That’s true, but–

Devon: Why is it only an issue now that you’re here?

Ashley: [ Whispers ] Stop, stop, stop, stop, stop, stop.

[ Door bangs ]

[ Gasps ] Oh, jack.

Jack: I didn’t mean to startle you, I’m sorry.

Ashley: It’s okay. This house is quiet in the day. I wasn’t expecting to see you right now.

Jack: I just– I came home to pick up a file I left behind.

Ashley: Yeah, go ahead. Go ahead. Don’t let me stop you.

Jack: Hey, where did you go off to earlier?

Ashley: Didn’t you get my text?

Jack: That you were okay? That I shouldn’t worry about you, yeah, but we were in the middle of a very important conversation.

Ashley: I just needed some air, jack, okay? I just needed some air. That’s all.

Jack: Look, I know you’re going through a lot right now.

Ashley: I think I passed the worst of it.

Jack: Okay, if there’s any way I can help, any way at all.

Ashley: Yeah, uh, no. This is something that I have to deal with on my own.

Jack: No, that’s where I disagree with you. Don’t do this, ashley. This is what family is for. I want to be here for you. Don’t shut me out.

Ashley: Please, jack, okay? I wish there was something you could do for me. I really do, but you can’T. There’s nothing you can do. I’m barely hanging on. I’m barely hanging on right now.

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Victor: Well, clearly, the call to jordan was upsetting to you.

Nikki: Oh, yes, it was. I really let her have it. I told her that she couldn’t beat us, and I challenged her to come after me here at the ranch, give me a reason to cross the line.

Victor: Hm.

Nikki: That woman is a psychopath. We have to stop her.

Victor: Yeah. Certainly do. I’m setting a plan in motion to stop that nightmare once and for all.

Nikki: What is it?

Victor: I have it under control, okay?

Nikki: But, victor–

Victor: Do you trust me?

Nikki: Yes, of course.

Victor: I have it under control. All I want you to worry about is to get better. Kerendia presents…

Seth: So, what do I owe you?

Jordan: Oh, it’s on me. One of my favorite things about this place is that happy hour goes from noon to 8:00 P.M.

Seth: Thank you. Did you tell me your name?

Jordan: Isabel.

Seth: Isabel. I’m seth.

Jordan: I know.

Seth: Oh, really? How? And how do you know nikki newman?

Jordan: That’s a bit of a sad story.

Seth: Well, look around. Seems like the place for those.

[ Jordan laughing ]

Jordan: Yeah, nikki and i used to be great friends. I mean, we– we partied together. We– we closed down bars and clubs. Drank for free. Charmed all the bartenders.

Seth: The good old days.

[ Both laughing ]

Jordan: We had fun until we didn’T. I mean, it took a while, but eventually, all the hangovers and the broken relationships took their toll, and, um– yeah, it was hard. And so we both got sober together, and– and it– it changed our friendship. It made it deeper. We went to meetings together. We did the steps together. Nikki was my rock, and I was hers.

Seth: Okay, so– so what happened?

[ Jordan sighs ]

Jordan: That’s the sad part. I stumbled. And I wanted to get sober. Desperately. But nikki cut me off. She felt that I was dangerous for her sobriety.

Seth: Yeah. Must have been hard.

Jordan: Devastating. Look at me now. [ Laughs ] Oh, but don’t get me wrong. I mean, I don’t blame nikki. How could anyone hate nikki newman?

Nikki: Victor, please don’t do that. Don’t keep me in the dark. You have to tell me what you’re planning. Otherwise, I’m going to conjure up all kinds of horrible images in my head.

Victor: I will not be threatened, okay? I’m not in danger. I’m setting a trap.

Nikki: What kind of trap?

Victor: I’m going to convince that woman that I want to make amends for what happened to eve howard.

Nikki: And how do you intend to do that?

Victor: By getting a message to her.

Nikki: Well, I don’t see how. Your security team hasn’t been able to locate her or trace her phone. Victor, you’re not going to use claire as a way to get to jordan, are you?

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Victoria: That’s exactly what dad wants to do, but I’m not going to allow it.

Billy: Look, this is not about a power grab at all. This is a benign proposition where frankly no one loses anything.

Devon: But what you’re suggesting isn’t easy, billy. It’s not like we can go around, and just put “abbott” on all the stationery.

Billy: No, I agree, devon. It’s not trivial at all. This is about adding a name to reflect jill’s role and legacy in building this company to the success that it is today.

Devon: Okay, but you understand that this is going to cost the company money to do a rebrand like this. You have to redesign the logo.

Billy: That’s exactly why we have a marketing department, isn’t it? And if you ask me, it’s a small price to pay because the truth is, without jill abbott, none of us would be sitting here right now.

Nate: Look, I totally get where you’re coming from, billy, and I’m sure devon does as well. Everyone here recognizes jill’s importance to this company.

Devon: Yeah, nobody’s dismissing that at all. Um, how about this, though? How about we get lily on the phone and we discuss it with her?

Billy: That sounds great. Why don’t you set a call, and I’d be happy to pitch it to her.

Devon: That’s not necessary. I have a grasp on what you’re suggesting, I can do it. So we will talk it over with her and we will get back to you about it.

Billy: Okay, then. Well, gents, thank you for your time, and I will, uh, let you two get back to it.

Devon: Thanks. I’m all for protecting jill’s legacy, but I don’t think that’s billy’s motivation at all. But you were pretty quiet, what do you think about all this?

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Nate: After he brought up the order of names, I figured it was best to keep my mouth shut, because I didn’t want to start an argument. But I am with you.

Devon: Yeah, right, because, like, abbott is just one of jill’s last names and it’s his one and only.

Nate: Yeah, his “no big deal, let’s just change the company’s name to include mine” approach? It feels a little coy.

Devon: Yeah. If he would have just admitted that it’s about him a little bit, it would have been less suspicious.

Nate: Yeah, yeah, and you pushed him on that.

Devon: I tried to, but he wouldn’t budge an inch.

Nate: Maybe he’s testing the waters. Seeing how far he can get, trying to see how much sway he has with you.

Devon: Well, he’s got none in this case because I’m not going to approve it. The fact that jill didn’t come to me herself tells me everything I need to know. This is billy’s power play.

Nate: You know, the other day I was trying to convince aunt mamie that her suspicion that jill was out to get her was wrong, that she’s just being paranoid. And I tried to get billy to back me up.

Devon: And what did he say?

Nate: He turned it around on me. He said aunt mamie was the one to watch out for and warned her not to go after jill. What’s funny is, he said most of it with a smile, but he was dead serious.

Devon: Well, we’re going to need to keep an eye on him.

Billy: Hi.

Chelsea: Hi.

Billy: Hi. Sorry, I’m late. I got held up with devon and nate. So, what’s the update on connor?

Chelsea: Um, well, adam and i have agreed to go with the school’s recommendation, to let him talk to an on-campus therapist instead of somebody here.

Billy: Okay, good. I mean, that’s good, right? They’re the experts and they’re with him every day, so…

Chelsea: Yeah, and– and, um, we spoke to his psychiatrist and we like her. And, um, she said she’s going to order more evaluations. The problem is, she said so many things could be wrong with him, you know? They– they just have to figure out what it is.

Billy: Okay. They give you a timeline?

Chelsea: No, I wish. I mean, she just said that they’d– they’d give us news when they can figure it out.

Billy: Okay. So, we wait.

Chelsea: I mean, I get nervous when he has a sore throat.

Billy: I know.

Chelsea: You know, I– I at least can take him to the doctor and give him medicine, but this? Not knowing what this is, it’s torture.

Billy: Yeah, it’s always the worst when our kids are hurting, but you’re doing the right thing, okay? You gotta know that. And I know this is difficult, but you gotta let go of the anxiety. You know, spinning all those what-ifs, it’s not gonna help. You gotta take care of yourself. Because you need to have the bandwidth to take care of connor when, if, you and adam decide it’s time to step in.

Chelsea: Yeah. I know you’re right. It’s just, um, impossible.

Billy: Hmm. Well, good. Because that’s why I’m here. I’m– I’m here to make the impossible possible.

Chelsea: Well, you always make it better.

Billy: You’ll be all right.

Chelsea: Yeah. Enough about me. You. What’s going on with you? Tell me about your, um, please tell me about your meeting with devon.

Billy: Yeah, my meeting with devon, uh, didn’t go great, but that’s not surprising. Um, I didn’t think he would be very receptive to the idea, you know? Devon doesn’t like change.

Chelsea: So he shut you down?

Billy: Not exactly. He said that he would discuss it, which means he didn’t want to say no to my face. I’m not optimistic.

Chelsea: So, what now?

Billy: Well, I’m not giving up. That’s the right thing to do. Now, I just need to find a way around devon.

Jack: Tell me what you’re feeling. You don’t have to tell me how I can help. We’ll figure that out together.

Ashley: Okay. When I left, um… I had our driver take me for a ride and I just needed some fresh air. Then, we got in an accident.

Jack: Wait. Today?

Ashley: It was a minor accident.

Jack: Did they call an ambulance?

Ashley: No.

Jack: Were the police there?

Ashley: Yeah, the police were called, but just for insurance purposes. I mean, everybody’s fine. Physically.

Jack: And emotionally?

Ashley: It was just very jarring. It was very eye-opening for me. I… I had a lot of feelings come up. A lot of old emotions just came up for me.

Jack: Okay. Tell me about those. Tell me about what– what feelings?

Ashley: I don’t even know where to start, jack. I feel like I’m never going to stop crying and I feel like I want to curl up in a ball. And I feel like I’m going to run away. I’m going to run away and never come back.

Jack: Hey, hey, hey. It’s okay. It’s okay. Listen to me. You are not alone. It’s going to be all right. I promise.

Ashley: I don’t know what’s happening.

Jack: I promise.

Victoria: Daddy broached this with claire at the hospital. He wants her to get a message to jordan if she contacts her.

Victor: Well, she’s open to it.

Victoria: Yeah, but I made it very clear to you that I’m opposed to the idea. I spoke with claire after you left.

Victor: What did she say?

Victoria: It doesn’t matter.

Victor: Yes, it does. Because I know that claire wants us to be free of that woman once and for all.

Victoria: Because you made her feel like she owes us for her part in jordan’s scheme.

Nikki: Victor, tell me that you didn’t manipulate her in some way.

Victor: No. I did not. I just know that she wants to be rid of that woman as much as we do.

Victoria: But still, that doesn’t mean that she should do it. Look, I understand your goal. All right? It’s the same as mine. As– as all of ours. Cole and I discussed it, and we very nearly convinced ourselves to let claire go along with your plan. Because getting jordan out of our lives would be good for all of us, but the more I thought about it, I– I just– I cannot let her do it.

Victor: It’s the only way.

Victoria: It can’t be. And I– I can’t believe that you even had me considering letting my very fragile daughter, your granddaughter, be a part in this. I mean, putting her in this situation is just going to undo all of the work that she’s done, all of the therapy, all of the progress that she’s made. That’s not fair to claire. We have to find another way.

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Seth: Okay, so, listen, you still haven’t explained to me how you know my name.

[ Jordan laughs ]

Jordan: Well… I’ve been going in and out of aa meetings ever since I first slipped and um, I mean, sometimes I sneak in and I sit in the back. I’ve heard you share. And I heard enough to realize that you and nikki are friends.

Seth: Mm. Were. Were friends, right? Pa– past tense. And I can relate to your story a lot, you know? So, me and nikki were friends. In fact, I was her sponsor. And– and then I started drinking again, and she was the first one to call me out and cut me off.

Jordan: Stings, doesn’t it?

Seth: Yeah. I mean, I don’t hate her for it, though. I failed her.

Jordan: Oh, don’t say that. I mean, if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that self-blame leads to nowhere good.

Seth: Yeah, but how– how can you not? Huh? I mean, I– I feel terrible. She needed me and– and I let her down. And the worst part is– is I– I do– I– I miss her friendship. And I realize now that– that she was probably really there for me way more than I was there for her.

Jordan: Do you want to get sober?

[ Seth laughs ]

Seth: Want to? Sure. Can I? I mean, look at me. Drink in hand. And the first step they teach you is that you have to accept that you’re powerless. Well, here I am. Powerless. I’m the last thing nikki needs right now.

Jordan: What about what you need? Doesn’t that count for something?

Seth: Look, nikki doesn’t want to have anything to do with me, certainly not like this.

Jordan: Oh, seth. Don’t let your pride get in the way of reaching out. I mean, a friendship with nikki newman is a rare and beautiful thing. Don’t throw it away.

Nikki: I agree with victoria. I don’t want claire put at risk.

Victor: Nor do I. What are you thinking? She’s our granddaughter. There’s no way I’d allow any harm to come to her.

Victoria: But you can’t use her as bait.

Victor: Sweetheart, claire’s much stronger than you think she is. One phone call will set things in motion. She’s safe where she is.

Victoria: Jordan has already reached her there. More than once.

Victor: And she will again. This is the only way to deal with this. Trust me.

Nikki: There’s another way to get to jordan.

Victor: And what, pray tell, is that?

Nikki: Through me.

Chelsea: I should head upstairs. I need to get some sketches to summer.

Billy: Okay. Are you sure about that? You don’t really seem like you’re in the right headspace for that.

Chelsea: I’m not in the right headspace, but work doesn’t stop just because I’m a worried mom.

Billy: Well, that’s true, but maybe you, uh, could take a little break, you know? A little self-care like I was talking about.

Chelsea: I don’t really have time in my schedule for a massage today, but I promise you I’ll try to relax.

Billy: What about if i take you for lunch?

Chelsea: Thank you, but I already ate.

Billy: What about a walk in the park? We could make a snowman.

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Chelsea: You’re very sweet for trying to distract me.

Billy: I’m not trying to distract you. I’m just trying to take away that look that’s in your eye right now, even if it’s for a minute. All that stress. You gotta know that the hard days, they don’t last forever. Okay? And you’ll find those moments of peace. They’re there. You just gotta search for them.

Chelsea: I know you’re right. I’m just not sure how to be gentle with myself right now.

Billy: Let me show you. Before my doctor and I chose breztri for my copd,

Chelsea: You’re really lovely, you know that?

Billy: Who, me?

Chelsea: You’re my, um, my moment of peace. And so much more.

Billy: It’s nice to hear because you’re mine.

Chelsea: Oh, I wish we could just stay here all day.

Billy: We can.

Chelsea: No.

Billy: We definitely can. No, we can’T. Can we?

Chelsea: No. No, we can’T. I have to get back to work.

Billy: Yeah. I should get back to the office. Although, it’s just so warm and cozy in here with you.

Chelsea: Go. Go. I say so. You know, I, um… I know you’re gonna achieve all your goals. I just feel it.

Billy: If I do, it’ll be because of the confidence you give me.

Chelsea: Can i admit something?

Billy: Of course.

Chelsea: I feel guilty. Like, how am I allowed to feel such… happiness when my son is hurting?

Billy: Well, you have to. That’s the balance. The good days help you get through the tough ones. You’re an amazing mother, chelsea. Connor’s very lucky to have you. So am I.

Jack: Oh, I wish I could take this pain away. It’s gonna be all right. I promise. You’re gonna find your way to the other side of this. You’re gonna be all right.

Ashley: Yeah. Yeah. Thank you. I’m better.

Jack: Hey, you don’t have to pretend for me.

Ashley: I’m not. I’m not. You’re right. I’m gonna get through this. I’m a lot stronger than tucker thinks I am.

Jack: You’re damn right.

Ashley: I’m gonna be fine.

Jack: You’re sure about that?

Ashley: Yeah. Thank you again for your wise words. I definitely see things more clearly.

Jack: I don’t know that i said anything that healing. I–

Ashley: Then maybe it was your hugs. Your hugs are miracle workers. Give me another one.

Seth: You know, you have a lot of really strong feelings for nikki newman.

Jordan: Well, as I told you, we were very close.

Seth: Well, why don’t you take your own advice and you call her?

Jordan: No, it’s too late. I lost my chance.

Seth: So why do you care what I do?

Jordan: Well, because maybe i see a bit of myself in you. I know how much it cost me to watch that friendship die and I don’t want that to happen to you.

Seth: No, no. It’s– it’s– it’s too late for me too. Okay? I blew it. I blew it. I can’t be her sponsor anymore. And even if I could, you know what they say. You can’t be somebody’s sponsor until you’ve had at least one year sober. Right? Right?

Jordan: I’m not talking about being her sponsor. I’m talking about saving your friendship. Now listen to me. Saving your friendship with nikki could change your world.

Victor: I will not use you to lure jordan.

Nikki: She’s already coming for me. She made that very clear.

Victoria: Wait. You spoke with her?

Victor: Yeah.

Nikki: Yes. And it was a terrifying conversation. She is by no means done with us.

Victoria: Oh, my god. This is such a nightmare.

Nikki: No. It gives us the power.

Victoria: How do you figure that?

Nikki: She’s fixated with me. I will keep taunting her until she makes a move, and we will be ready for her.

Victor: How are you going to do that if we can’t reach her?

Nikki: She’s going to keep contacting me. She can’t help herself. She wants to get under my skin. I won’t let her do that. I will turn the tables on her.

Victor: And push her buttons? Is that it?

Nikki: Yes, I will push her buttons until she makes a mistake. A fatal mistake.

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Devon: I’m still sorry to tell you that we’re going to be keeping the name, chancellor-winters, as is.

Amanda: Well, jill will be very sorry to hear that.

Ashley: I’m worried. Shut up! Shut up!

Nikki: I’ll tell the security guard that I’m expecting you.

Jordan: Where are you meeting her?

Seth: At the– at the newman ranch.

Jordan: Oh. Well, this just keeps getting better and better.

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Jack: Hey, you okay?

Ashley: I was thinking about going into work. I’m just, uh– I’m not so sure now. You worried about me?

Jack: Why don’t you tell me what you’re thinking?

Ashley: Did traci tell you that I’m– I’m not sure what’s real and what’s not?

Jack: No, not exactly.

Ashley: Maybe did she tell you that tucker has finally succeeded in breaking me?

[ Victoria sighs ]

Cole: Hey, what’s wrong? What’s going on?

Victoria: It’s my father. As usual, he’s gone too far.

Cole: Well, he’s victor newman. Of course, he has. So, what is it this time?

Victoria: He’ll just– he’ll do anything to try to nail jordan. Look, it’s one thing for him to be willing to put himself on the line as bait, but where does he get off trying to use claire as the hook? He’s putting her right back in jordan’s line of fire.

Nick: So, you need me to sell your idea to dad.

Adam: Oh. Okay, maybe sell is too much pressure. How about I could use the backup?

Nick: You wanna bring sally’s business into newman enterprises? You think dad’s gonna be okay with that?

Adam: That’s why I need you to show him that you support the idea. If he knows that you’re on board, he might accept it.

Nick: All right, let’s say we do fold sally’s company under the newman umbrella. What does that mean for my investment?

Adam: Well, newman, uh, of course would take it over, and they would totally reimburse you. I mean, it would be a big win for you considering it’s probably the only way that you’re gonna get your money back.

Nick: Okay, I see what this is about. You want to remove me completely from sally’s orbit, make sure that there are no more ties between us.

Adam: No.

Nick: Now, I don’t have a massive problem with that, but I think it’s kind of a shady move on your part.

Adam: Okay, no, you’ve got me all wrong. Again, this has nothing to do with that. This is strictly for sally’s benefit.

Nick: For sally’s benefit. Have you talked to her about this? I mean, why would she even want to work with newman enterprises after the way we treated her last time?

Adam: Nick, all I know is she could use the break, and she deserves it. You obviously agree with that or you wouldn’t have invested in her company in the first place.

Nick: Oh, I’m not the one you need to convince, adam. That would be dad.

Adam: Okay, but think about how impressed he’ll be to see us on the same page on this. I’m talking about a whole new level of teamwork between his sons. That is something that he’s wanted for a long time.

Nick: So, you wanna use me to get what you want to impress dad and sally?

Adam: Nick, in the old days, I would’ve just gone behind your back to get this done.

Nick: Ah, but you can’t do that this time, right? Because like you said, and you’re probably right, you need me to get dad on board with this.

Adam: I still may be able to successfully pitch this on my own. But yes, I will admit that your involvement in this matter is valuable, but not to mention it’s a sound idea.

Nick: Well, ultimately, the only people it needs to be sound to are dad and sally, but I think you’re onto something.

Adam: Okay.

Victor: Good afternoon, you two. Anything you need from me?

Adam: Yes, actually. Nick and I have something we’d like to discuss with you.

[ Phone ringing ]

Lauren: You don’t need to answer that, nikki. You have said everything that you need to say to her. It’s done.

Nikki: What do you want? I know it’s you, jordan. Do you wanna hear more about what a pathetic human being you are?

Jordan: That was a– quite a little tirade you went on, nikki. I see that the booze has given you a false sense of bravado.

Nikki: As a matter of fact, I haven’t had a single drink all day. This is me sober and getting stronger every day. So you see, you have failed. Your plan to destroy me didn’t work.

Jordan: So you say. However, I don’t think that you have regained a grip on your sobriety. But why don’t you show me just how strong you really are? Why don’t we take this to the next step and continue this face to face? Sometimes, the lows of bipolar depression

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Nikki: I will not be intimidated by you. You want a face-to-face? Fine. But this time it will be on my turf.

Lauren: Nikki.

Nikki: Why don’t you just come to the ranch and we’ll end this once and for all?

[ Jordan laughs ]

Jordan: Really? Well, unlike you, I’m not stupid enough to walk into such an obvious trap. You’ll have to do better than that. I’m sure that the ranch is teeming with security right now.

Nikki: Why don’t you come and see for yourself?

Jordan: Maybe I have. Maybe I’m closer than you think.

Victor: So, what can i do for you?

Adam: Uh, nick and I, we, um–

Nick: Before we get into adam’s plan, I want an update on the jordan situation. What is going on there?

Victor: I’m gonna show only part of the plan.

Adam: What part is that?

Victor: Well, I bet you that jordan will come out of hiding by preying on her obsession with her dead sister, eve.

Nick: How do we bait jordan when we don’t know where she is? Do you have any details?

Victor: Well, I have a feeling that she can’t resist calling her great niece.

Nick: So, you plan to use claire. Does vic know this? I’m sure she’s not gonna be okay with it.

Victor: Claire will understand, even if victoria doesn’T.

Adam: That seems kinda risky in all sorts of ways.

Victor: Well, no. All I’m asking claire to do is to… take the call when or if jordan reaches out, okay? Then, I’m asking her to give her a simple message.

Nick: But if vic is already against it–

Victor: I don’t give a damn if your sister’s against it. I’m protecting your mother and my family. I’ll do whatever it takes.

Victoria: I just– I cannot believe that my father would put claire on the spot like that. He knows how vulnerable she is.

Cole: Well, our daughter’s mental and emotional state is extremely fragile right now. Now, did she agree to take jordan’s call, and pass victor’s message on?

Victoria: Yes, yes. She agreed to go along with the plan.

Cole: At what cost? I mean, having to communicate with jordan right now is the last thing she really wants. I mean, what if this triggers another setback?

Victoria: I know. Well, that’s my concern as well. I suppose that it could just be her guilt talking anyway. Claire’s having a really hard time getting past what she put us all through. I’m sure she would jump at the opportunity to make amends for her part in that, but that’s what infuriates me about my father. He knew that. He knew that’s how she would react and he’s using it to his advantage just to get what he wants.

Cole: Well, I can’t say that I agree with his method, but I think I understand his motivation. He’s all about protecting his family, and he would do whatever it takes to keep the people that he loves safe. I just hope that that could possibly include claire.

Jack: Listen to me. Tucker did not break you. You are not broken. Far from it, believe me.

Ashley: Did traci tell you that I’m really confused about what happened in paris?

Jack: Traci told me she’s concerned that this ordeal has had a real effect on you. We are both here. We both wanna help you. We wanna do everything we can to help you, but I don’t wanna hear you say that tucker has the power to break you. He doesn’T. You are much too strong.

Ashley: Okay. Okay. I think though, jack, given my history, that maybe anybody could have triggered this. I’m not doing well, jack.

Jack: Okay. Then you take some time. We will remind you who you are. Not tucker’s target for mind games, no. Our courageous sister who is ready to take anyone on, who can face anyone, including her big brother, and somehow even win sometimes.

Ashley: Thank you so much for being there for me. I appreciate you. I appreciate traci, both of you, for wanting to be there. I think this is something I have to do on my own.

Jack: No, no, no. I absolutely disagree with that. Doing this alone is the last thing that you wanna do.

Ashley: You don’t understand, jack. I don’t know what I’m going through.

Jack: Then that’s why you need to talk to me. We will figure that out together.

[ Ashley exhales, sniffles ] You know that feeling of having to re-wash dishes

[ Ashley sobbing ]

Ashley: I’m scared. I’m sorry, I just–

Jack:

Ashley: I’m– I’m worried that maybe I did exaggerate things in paris. That maybe there was no smashed glass in there. There was no thrown chair. I I mean, I know he was angry. Tucker was angry. He was. I know he was angrier than I’ve ever seen him and he frightened me.

Jack: That’s right. He frightened the hell out of you. You are not to blame for this.

Ashley: Well, what about the violent part, jack? I mean, what if my brain for some reason turned a glass that had fallen over into one that was smashed, and a chair that was just pushed aside to one that was thrown across the whole room? Why would my brain do that? I don’t understand why– why it would do that. Why it would change what happened, and–

Jack: Ash, listen to me. This is not on you. And I think I may have some answers for you.

Lauren: There’s only a security guard out there.

Nikki: You don’t fool me, jordan, you are bluffing. You’re probably holed up at some little seedy motel outside of town afraid to show your face.

[ Jordan laughs ]

Jordan: Well, you couldn’t be more wrong.

Nikki: Well, if you wanna meet with me, you’re going to have to do it on my terms.

Jordan: Let me be very clear here. You don’t get to make the demands. Not when you have nothing to bargain with.

[ Nikki laughs ]

Nikki: And what do you have? Nothing. You have absolutely nothing. All you have is an apb out on you and an ultimate return to prison.

Jordan: You couldn’t be more wrong again. I’m not going back to prison. Well, at least not until all of my unfinished business is finished for good.

[ Nikki scoffs ]

Nikki: Still more threats, I see. How very boring.

Jordan: Well then, let me make it a little more exciting for you. We will come face to face again, so you better keep your eyes open because you will never see me coming.

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Nikki: So, jordan wants to meet, but she knows better than to come here. She seems to know that security is tight at the ranch. And she said I better watch my back because I would never even see her coming.

Lauren: Well, that is very chilling. And I am so glad that you were able to say your piece, but I really think you should have enlisted victor’s help before waving a red flag in front of that woman. You know what kind of loose cannon she is.

Nikki: I know, but he doesn’t want me to have anything to do with his plan to trap her. He’s too worried about me to think I could be any help.

Lauren: And he has good reason to be worried. That woman has proven how cunning and vicious she is. Look at you. Every word she says to you costs you.

Nikki: Well, hearing her voice again was definitely not pleasant. You know, why don’t we get out of here. Let’s, uh, go to lunch or anything really that, uh, can get her out of my head.

Lauren: I have a better idea. Why don’t we call jack? Have him out and maybe he can pick up some lunch for us. Security is impenetrable here, and I think victor would be very happy that we are staying home on a slim chance that jordan is closer than we think. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Come on. We’ll stay here. We’ll have a lovely lunch. And we won’t have to look over our shoulders for monsters.

Nikki: Okay. Let’s do that.

Jack: You told me that you were scared to death. All you did was tell him you wouldn’t walk away from your family. Sever ties with us forever. Who would ask anybody to do something like that? To cut away from your life, the people you love, the people you will have always loved, who love you. It’s outrageous.

Ashley: So, you– that’s what you think it is?

Jack: I think maybe your mind just decided to up the stakes. This was your body’s natural resistance to tucker’s manipulations trying to make you behave the way he wanted you to behave.

Ashley: So what? You think that he’s just gonna go away?

Jack: No, I don’t think that. I– I think ending this marriage was the right move. You– you can’t just focus on all of the details, ash. You gotta focus on the result. He never deserved you. The rest is just him trying to get you to question your mind.

Ashley: You’re right. You’re right. I’m making too much of this, aren’t I? I mean, I should just take the fact that we’re not married anymore and just take that win.

Jack: Exactly. Yes.

[ Phone ringing ] Sorry.

Ashley: It’s okay. Don’t worry.

Jack: Um, I– I have to take this. Um, it’ll only take a second.

Ashley: I’m fine, I’m fine. Yeah, go, go. It’s okay. It’s okay.

Jack: Hello? Yeah. Yeah.

Victoria: I didn’t get to share my other bit of news with you.

[ Sighs ] Dad has accepted claire into the family. Yeah, it was a really sweet moment.

Cole: Wow. I– I have to admit, I’m surprised and touched.

Victoria: Yeah, well, I guess part of it could have just been him trying to soften claire up so that she would agree to his plan, and claire was just feeling guilty enough to go along with it.

Cole: Okay, uh, well, uh, that could have been victor’s motive, but you can’t deny the fact that the man has a fierce devotion to his family. And I can see him accepting claire for her own sake.

Victoria: True. But there is a bonus in this instance that cannot be denied.

Cole: Yeah, yeah, jordan, um, definitely putting jordan back behind bars where she belongs is the number one priority. But vic, equally important, I think it could give claire some peace of mind.

Victoria: Are you saying that she should be a part of it?

Cole: I’m saying that it will be a relief when she knows that her sick aunt will never be free to take control of her life again.

Victoria: Oh, yes, I mean, of course. It would be some comfort to our daughter.

Cole: Yeah, well, then maybe we should accept her at her word that she wants to be a part of this plan.

Victoria: Are you serious?

Cole: At the end of the day, it’s claire’s decision.

Victoria: Well, I’m telling you, cole, if this backfires in any way and this plan causes claire to lose any of the progress that she’s made, I will never forgive my father.

Nick: Yes, of course, dad. We want mom to be protected from jordan’s insanity.

Adam: Yeah. Nick and I, we’re– we’re ready to pitch in and help in whatever you need to pull off the plan.

Nick: We can be far more effective if you shared with us some of the details. Like, let’s say jordan does reach out to claire and claire is able to pass along a message from you. How do you intend to smoke her out after that?

Victor: I can’t get into anything more than that, okay? So, what would you like to discuss with me?

Adam: You remember when you were gonna give sally a design division under the newman umbrella, then you pulled the rug out from under her? I’d like you to revisit that decision.

Victor: Really?

Adam: You claimed that you pulled the offer so we could focus on the, uh, kirsten acquisition mess.

Victor: That’s right. A mess partly caused by you.

Adam: That’s no longer a concern for us, is it? Things, they are smooth sailing here. You pulled the rug right out from under sally, and now she needs a boost to help get her company to the next level.

Victor: Oh, yeah?

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Victor: You’re telling me her little company has already failed? I won’t let me moderate to severe plaque psoriasis

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Adam: I wouldn’t say that it’s failed. I mean, you know how hard it is to get a startup running smoothly. And then maintaining it is even harder. She needs as much help as she can get to keep it growing.

Victor: So, what are you suggesting? That i fold sally spectra’s design firm into newman?

Adam: I’ve seen the quarterly numbers for her company. It’s not shabby. I think that it’s just plateaued for a moment.

Victor: Let me ask both of you something. What is the hold this woman has on both of my sons? Professionally and personally?

Adam: Dad, sally is much more than you ever want to give her credit for.

Victor: Huh?

Adam: All I’m asking is you just give her a chance. If her company fails, I’ll be the first one to say cut it loose, but I think it could be a major asset. And I’m willing to bet it’s not gonna fail.

[ Phone buzzes ]

Lauren: Oh, jack. I’m so happy you’re here. Thank you so much for picking up lunch. Are you okay? You seem worried.

Jack: Yeah, everything’s fine. How’s nikki? What’s going on?

Lauren: Uh, she’s freshening up. She’s had a rough morning. After what I hear was a worse night, but I’m gonna let her tell you that.

Jack: It’s better I know what’s going on ahead of time. Thank you.

Lauren: All right. You know, she mentioned going out to eat after victor specifically said for her to stay here and, um, red flags went up.

Jack: Victor is hovering and she hates it.

Lauren: Well, he has good reason. He’s worried about her safety with that jordan woman.

Jack: Makes sense.

Lauren: Anyway, I suspected that her wanting to go out was really her wanting to sneak a drink.

Jack: She is in pretty deep. I think she wants to make all these feelings go away.

Lauren: I did not tell her about my suspicions. I just sort of redirected her to call you. I– I hope I did the right thing.

Jack: You did exactly the right thing. Uh, but at the risk of being rude, maybe I should have lunch with nikki one-on-one. Then, I can talk with her openly as her sponsor.

Lauren: Oh, yeah. That’s a good idea. I– I will make a graceful exit. You sure you’re okay?

Jack: Yeah, I got some family concerns of my own right now, but they seem to be settled for the moment. Nikki has my full attention. Ultomiris is for adults with generalized myasthenia gravis

Lauren: You know that’s my favorite.

Nikki: Oh, jack, thank you so much for coming.

Jack: All you had to do was call. I took it upon myself to, uh, stop by society and pick up a few of your favorites.

Lauren: Oh, no. I– I just realized, I promised to check on something at fenmore’s and, you know, there’s something I would like to look at, at, uh, newman media before the day gets ahead of me. So, I am going to have to miss lunch. I’m so sorry.

Jack: It’s all right. Duty calls.

Lauren: Yes.

Nikki: Hey, you are juggling two corporations. So, you know, please go. Don’t let us keep you. Thank you again for everything.

Lauren: Absolutely. I’ll talk to you very soon.

Nikki: All right.

Lauren: Okay. Bye.

Jack: See ya. Well, I’m glad you reached out to me. I meant what I said about calling me anytime.

Nikki: That means a lot to me.

Jack: Victor getting used to the idea of my being your sponsor?

Nikki: Oh, you know how he is. He’s waiting for you to screw things up so he can prove he was right.

Jack: Oh, I’m sure he’s dying for an excuse to lay into me, but we’re not gonna give him one, right? We’re gonna make this work.

Nikki: I certainly hope so.

Jack: So, what made you make the call to begin with?

Nikki: Well, I think we both know that lauren thought that I wanted to drink, so she suggested that I invite you over. She thinks that you can keep me away from the vodka.

Jack: Yes. Lauren was concerned. I’m not sure about what yet. So, what is it specifically that put you on the edge?

Nikki: Jordan. She’s been calling me and… threatening me. So, I called her back and I told her that I am not afraid of her.

Jack: Wait, you called her– you sure that was wise? What did she say?

Nikki: Oh, you know, just more taunts and threats and then I hung up, but she called back and things got worse.

Jack: Yeah, that’s what I was afraid of. This was pretty impulsive on your part. You know, sometimes with addicts, our worst behavior sometimes also comes out when we’re sober. Recklessness, risky decisions, bad choices.

Nikki: I know all of that, but that’s not what this was. Just knowing that jordan is out there, ready to pounce at any moment, it’s making me crazy.

Jack: Nikki, you have to put this fear behind you. Victor has this place surrounded and guarded for all I see.

Nikki: I know, I know. But her last words really got to me.

Jack: Why? What did she say?

Nikki: “You’ll never see me coming.”

Victoria: Thank you, cole.

Cole: For what?

Victoria: I just don’t think I would’ve been able to handle all of this without you. You’re really calm and you’re supportive. But you’re not a pushover. You’re just kind… to me and– and to claire. But you, you know, you always stick to what you think is right. You’re just kind of like the strong and sort of silent type, but you’re very supportive.

Cole: Hm. Well, I’m glad glad it appears that I’m strong on the surface because inside, I’m still pretty shaken up. You know… becoming a father to a daughter that I had mourned for years is still a daily shock to me.

Victoria: Yeah, I get it. I know. Sometimes, it feels kinda surreal, don’t you think?

Cole: Yeah. Yeah. It’s the first thing that I think about every morning when I wake up. You know, this– this young woman that– that I hardly know. You know, it just takes a while for it to settle into my brain and for me to figure out just how to be there for her.

Victoria: But it’s still really wonderful, you know?

Cole: Yeah, absolutely. Knowing that the little baby we love somehow survived. I just hate that we went all of those years missing her grow up, helping to shape her world view and– and just being able to give her the love and kindness she deserved.

Victoria: That’s so true. It just breaks my heart, thinking that I missed my baby’s first steps. We didn’t get to see her graduate from school.

Cole: It was a whole lifetime. And she, claire, really needed us. And I should have been there for her.

Victoria: No, no. Don’t say should. You were cheated. You were lied to. I mean, I think you would’ve been the best father ever.

[ Victoria chuckles ] You’re a good man, cole. Really. I mean, before you even knew anything about claire, you dropped everything and you came straight to that lake house when you got that text that was supposedly from my mother.

Cole: Well, it said that you were sick and asking for me. How could I not?

Victoria: Even after all these years, you just got on a plane and flew straight to oregon. I haven’t forgotten that, and I never will.

Victor: Now, am i to understand that you want to directly oversee sally’s business?

Adam: Mm. Mm. She doesn’t need me looking over her shoulder. She has a much better handle on her business than I ever could.

Victor: Come on, son. If she’s that good at business, why the hell does she need newman?

Adam: What is so hard to understand? It’s about a solid return on our investment. Isn’t that what business is all about?

Victor: All right, you made your point. If you don’t mind, I’d like a few words with nicholas.

Adam: Well, at least you didn’t dismiss the idea out of hand.

Victor: Nope.

Adam: Give it careful consideration.

[ Door clicks shut ]

Victor: You’ve been awfully quiet, son. What do you think about the idea?

Nick: Considering I funded sally’s entire venture, obviously, I would like to see her succeed.

Victor: Huh. You know, she would be working very closely with adam. You don’t mind that?

Nick: No, dad. I have, uh, moved on. It’s cool.

Victor: So, you are perfectly fine with this?

Nick: I think this is good business. Otherwise, I never would’ve invested in her company in the first place. And I also think this will keep adam happy, which might keep him on his best behavior, which will benefit everyone. And isn’t that what you always wanted? All of us to be working at newman enterprises together in perfect harmony? She’s a good bet, dad, and this is a good move for all of us. It’s win-win. My mom’s alzheimer’s never changed how much we love her.

Adam: Hey. Clear your schedule this evening. I, uh, I wanna take you out to dinner. I think I may have a surprise for you.

Nick: Glad you’re still here. Dad wants you to come back in.

Victor: All right. Son, I understand your pitch, and I understand why you think it’d be a good idea to fold sally spectra’s design firm to newman. And I also understand why your brother nicholas would condone such a move.

Adam: Mm-hmm. Thanks, dad. I’m glad that you see things my way.

Victor: Yeah, but let me finish. Under no circumstances will I work with sally spectra professionally. So, I say no to the idea. Now, if you don’t mind, I have another meeting to go to. You two have a good day.

Nick: You too. I don’t know. I really like your idea. I supported it, but I also told you it was gonna be a long shot.

Adam: Yeah, I know. Okay? Thank you for putting in a good word. And yeah, I’m disappointed, but I’m not gonna give up.

Nick: He seemed pretty firm to me.

Adam: He’s testing me. He wants to see how badly I want this. Well, he’s gonna be surprised when a simple “not interested” is not enough to get me to back down.

Nick: If I were you, I would not press dad on this.

Adam: Well, then good thing you’re not me.

[ Phone buzzes ]

[ Loud bang ]

[ Tires screeching ]

[ Loud bang, glass shatters ]

Jack: “You won’t see it coming,” huh? Pretty ominous words. Keep in mind, she only told you that to keep you on edge. Victor and his security team are going to see her coming long before she gets anywhere near you.

Nikki: I’ll just have to have faith in that then.

Jack: I can’t make a long list of positive things about your husband.

Nikki: But…

Jack: But I have always admired his determination to protect his family. You could not be in safer hands.

Nikki: I totally agree with you.

Jack: That said, the easiest way for jordan to get to you, to get you to make risky decisions is for you to lose control of your drinking. Alcohol will make you a far more vulnerable target.

Nikki: I know. I know you’re right.

Jack: I know you have this urge to use the booze to deal with the fear and the tension, to try to ease your nerves a little bit. But that plays right into jordan’s hands. She is tuned into your weakness waiting for you to get sloppy. That is just the opening she’s looking for.

Nikki: I understand. And I promise I will be strong this time. I– I am not going to stumble again. I mean, I– I don’t really have any other choice because this time my life could depend on it.

Devon: Now we should probably make some time to get those figures down and back to accouw it awaY.

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