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Young & The Restless Transcript

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Sally: What do I want to drink?

Nick: Yeah. Chilly night like this, what sounds better? Maybe a big fruity cab or a cocktail?

Sally: I think I’m gonna pass. But I — I don’t wanna stop you.

Nick: What do you mean, you’re gonna pass? I thought we came out for dinner

and drinks.

Sally: I can’T. I mean, just, you know, because of the meeting tomorrow with jill, I just want to get a good night rest and wake up feeling refreshed.

Nick: Alright. I get it. Are you sure you’re okay?

Sally: I’m great. Don’t I seem great?

Nick: You look great. Actually, you seem a little nervous to me.

Sally: Really?

Nick: Yeah. And I think it’s my fault.

Sally: Why would you think that?

Nick: I asked you out to dinner. You know, I threw you off. You were working with chloe.

Sally: Well, you always throw me off. But in a good way. I don’t know. Maybe I just need a minute to get out of work mode and stop worrying about this big meeting.

Nick: Well, I’m just the man for that job.

Sally: Well, isn’t that the truth?

Nick: Gonna get you out of work mode and into —

Sally: Play mode. Yes, I’m in, you know, ’cause all work and no you know what makes me a very cranky girl.

Nick: Well, we don’t want that.

Sally: No, we do not. I’m really happy that you reached out to me. There’s no one else that I would rather spend the night with than you.

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Diane: Are you sure summer’s okay with not going?

Kyle: It took some convincing, but she finally agreed taking harrison to paris wasn’t necessary to keep him safe. We can do that while the situation with stark is being resolved.

Diane: Well, that’s a relief. It would kill me to think of an ocean between me and that sweet little boy.

Kyle: Uh… [ Sighs ] I don’t suppose you’ve heard anything from dad?

Diane: No, nothing since the last text when he was getting close to chicago city limits. But if traffic’s okay, which it should be at this time of night, he should be getting to nikki and victor’s pied–terre any moment, and he will get in there and swipe one of nikki’s ridiculously showy necklaces and get out of there with no one the wiser.

Kyle: I really hope this goes as smoothly as he said it would. My dad is taking a huge risk if he gets caught stealing from them.

Diane: Kyle, if jack wasn’t certain he could pull this off, he never would have suggested it. He will bring back the jewels, which I doubt that nikki will even miss. And I will present them to jeremy as my very illegal token of affection and loyalty. And then once his doubts are pushed aside, we can get on to the next phase of our plan.

Kyle: And you really think stark is actually going to buy all of this?

Diane: Trust me. Your mother still has what it takes to reel in the big fish. In fact, I’m meeting jeremy for drinks now — soon. What?

Kyle: I’m not gonna lie. I still hate every part of this plan. And it worries me, how wired you seem, as if you’re getting a kick out of the game.

Audra: I e-mailed the signed contract back to you. Thanks so much. I’m very much looking forward to joining newman media.

[ Knock on door ] Uh, I need to get going. Okay. Talk soon.

Tucker: Did you think you could just avoid me after what you did?

Audra: I figured you’d show up at some point.

Tucker: Yeah.

Audra: Let’s get this over with.

Tucker: You were messy and careless. And you have absolutely blown it for devon and me. You failed me, audra.

[ Exhales sharply ] I’m not gonna forget it, either.

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Sally: Hmm. Wow. That was surprisingly non-confrontational. So, dinner. Ooh — “pamplona de pollo — a colorful, stuffed, rolled, and grilled chicken breast.” I wonder what it’s stuffed with. Oh, my god, and their dessert of the day is argentinean flan. Have you had it here? It’s absolutely phenomenal. What are you thinking?

Nick: I’m thinking we should just get out of here. Let’s go eat somewhere else.

Sally: Why? I’ve been craving this food here.

Nick: I know, but I saw the look on your face when my brother walked in. I don’t like seeing you stressed.

Sally: Look, if we run every time we see adam, we’re gonna wear out our shoes within a week.

Nick: I want you to have a good time.

Sally: Look, I will, okay? And I refuse to let him get to me.

Nick: You sure?

Sally: Look, as long as everyone behaves, there’s no reason for us to leave. We’ll just pretend like he’s not even here.

Diane: I think you’re misinterpreting things. I’m not excited about any of this.

Kyle: I sure as hell hope not.

Diane: [ Sighs ] Okay, I’ll admit that in the past, the very distant past, I might have been. I used to thrive on the thrill of the game, but not anymore.

Kyle: Do you mean that?

Diane: Yes. I mean it. And rest assured, I am not getting sucked into jeremy’s mind-set. This is about shutting that man down once and for all. And, now, that I will enjoy immensely.

Kyle: I suppose I can’t blame you for that. Look, I just want all of this over with as soon as possible.

Diane: Yeah, me too. Alright. I better get going. I’m meeting him for drinks, and I don’t want to keep him waiting.

Kyle: Here.

Diane: Ah, thank you.

Kyle: Mm.

Diane: [ Exhales heavily ]

Kyle: Hey. Please be careful.

Diane: I will be. I’ve got this.

Kyle: [ Sighs heavily ]

Audra: That sounds like a threat.

Tucker: Consider it a promise…one I intend to keep.

Audra: You blew it with your son, not me.

Tucker: No, you had one job! One!

Audra: Look, I did my job to a T.

Tucker: Eh.

Audra: Devon wasn’t suspicious of me until he realized that we share the same stupid phone alert.

[ Scoffs ]

Tucker: What? What are you talking about?

Audra: I guess he didn’t share that part, okay? But this is why he asked if we were colluding against him. Now, why would he wonder about something that could have so easily been dismissed as a coincidence? Because from the moment that he heard that you showed up in town in that ludicrous helicopter, okay, like the attention-seeking narcissist you are, devon wondered if his dear old dad had an agenda to take over his company. Speaks so well of your personal dynamic. Oh. Have I crossed a line? I’m doing you a favor speaking the truth. You could have reconnected with devon without all the secrets and lies. But whenever you have to choose between honesty and manipulation, you always choose the latter. It makes you feel like the smartest guy in the room. Only this time, your son was smarter.

Tucker: And now he won’t return my calls. And he’s cut me off from my grandson. My relationship with him means more than any company ever could, and yet he won’t give me a chance to explain. I just want to work side by side with him. I don’t want to… I wasn’t trying to rob him of anything. I wanted — I wanted to build something with him. Just like I was trying to do with ashley.

Audra: Did things go south there, as well?

Tucker: [ Chuckles ] Yeah. I guess you could it’s not my day.

Audra: That’s life. Do you want me to cower and beg for forgiveness? Too bad. I am as through with you as you are with me. So that’s not happening.

[ Knock on door ]

[ Sighs ] Nate. Come in.

Nate: Hello.

Audra: Hey.

Nate: Is there a problem here?

Tucker: I was just leaving.

Audra: [ Clears throat ]

Nate: I had no idea you knew tucker mccall. What did I just walk in on? Type 2 diabetes?

Audra: I’m sorry you had to see any of that.

Nate: Look, you have every right to tell me it’s none of my business. But since we’re gonna be working together, I’d appreciate it if you’d explain your association with devon’s father. You never happened to mention meeting him.

Audra: You put your faith in me, bringing me on as your ceo. You deserve total honesty. Tucker was here to berate me. Our plan failed, so naturally it’s my fault.

Nate: What plan would that be?

Audra: I was supposed to help him take over chancellor-winters when it went public.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Kyle: Hi. What’s going on? This is a surprise. When and where? Sounds good. I’ll see you shortly.

Tucker: Kyle.

Kyle: I hope you stopped in to get some coffee before you hop in your car and hit the road since leaving town is the best option for you right about now.

Tucker: Heard the news, huh?

Kyle: Eh, you bombed personally and professionally with ashley and devon.

Tucker: Yeah, I guess so. That’s a nice way of putting it.

Kyle: Yeah, you were crazy to ever think you could get your hands on my family’s company and that you would get back together with ashley, but your ego knows no bounds.

Tucker: I actually abandoned any interest I had in jabot a while ago, but I’m not giving up on ashley quite yet.

Kyle: Hmm. Too bad. She’s heading to paris tonight.

Sally: And that’s one of the good things about launching my own company and setting my own hours.

Nick: No alarm clock?

Sally: It is a violent way to wake up.

Nick: I never really thought about it. With kids in the house, there’s no such thing as “sleeping in.”

Sally: Good point. Um, can I ask you a favor?

Nick: Name it.

Sally: Well, since you know jill so well, do you have any tips on how I can impress her?

Nick: Okay. Obviously, you have made a great impression on her, or she wouldn’t meet with you to hear your presentation. First and foremost, don’t try and B.S. Her. She’s way too sharp. She’ll see right through it. And also, don’t try and fake expertise. Be prepared to back up anything you promise. If you don’t know something or you get stumped, then say that, but immediately follow it with, “but I know how to get you the answer.”

Sally: And that’ll satisfy her?

Nick: Jill is one of the most straightforward people you will ever meet. Also, be confident, but not too confident. But just be real.

Sally: Right. Yes. Total realness.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Nick: Excuse me. Christian’s nanny. He wants to know if he can watch a movie. “Sure, as long as it’s a short one. Then immediately to bed.” Alright. Back to jill.

Sally: Mm-hmm.

Nick: I have a feeling your meeting with her is gonna go very well.

Sally: Yeah?

Nick: I’m guessing she sees a part of herself in you. She’s very smart and driven and ambitious. She’s worked very hard to prove to anyone who has doubted her that she knows what it takes to be a success. I don’t know if it’s perfectly clear yet or not, but I am a huge fan of yours.

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

Nick: I think you’re beautiful and smart, kind… and unbelievably sexy.

Sally: You know what? I think I changed my mind. I think we should go. ‘Cause I have this sudden, urgent desire to get you alone.

Jeremy: Hey. There you are.

Diane: Hi.

Jeremy: Right on time.

Diane: Mm.

Jeremy: I ordered you a cocktail. Please sit down.

Diane: Ooh, my favorite. Thank you.

Jeremy: My pleasure. So, how is our project going? Don’t leave anything out. You tantalized me earlier. Now it’s time for you to share some details.

Diane: Well…

Phyllis: [ Thinking ] What the hell are you up to now?

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Kyle: Sally. Nick.

Nick: Hey, kyle.

Kyle: Have a good night.

Nick: You too.

Kyle: [ Sighs ] Hey, adam.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Something on your mind?

Kyle: Wow. Is that what passes for “hello” these days?

Adam: You know, if it’s all the same to you, I would really like to enjoy my drink in peace.

Kyle: Huh. You know, I think I know what this is about. You’re having trouble dealing with the fact sally chose the superior brother.

Adam: You know, I don’t recall you being a particularly big fan of sally’s, and now you are glad she’s involved with your father-in-law instead of me. Hmm. I doubt summer shares your enthusiasm, so you might want to keep that one to yourself. As usual, you’ve twisted my words around. I was just making an observation.

Victor: Hello, kyle. Glad you could make it.

Kyle: It was nice to get your call.

Victor: Yeah. Hello, son.

Adam: Wait a minute. The two of you are meeting? Why is that?

Victor: Because kyle and i haven’t talked for awhile and i want to know how my granddaughter’s husband is doing, how the family is doing. That’s what we do as family, something evidently you have forgotten.

Adam: Forget I asked. I hope you two have a wonderful evening.

Victor: Shall we get a table over there?

Kyle: Right this way.

Victor: Thank you.

Diane: I thought we agreed I’d surprise you.

Jeremy: Surely you remember how impatient I get when I want something.

Diane: I remember everything about you, jeremy.

Jeremy: You did have me intrigued when you decided to meet today, but given the fact that you were supposed to deliver the goods, whatever they may be, by tomorrow.

Diane: I have time because i have everything perfectly under control.

Jeremy: Okay. That’s good to hear. But you know I detest being left in suspense. So, why don’t you indulge me and give me more information?

Diane: You know, I could be offended by your seeming lack of faith, or I could simply say you’re spoiling the fun, but, okay, I will indulge you. I am headed to chicago tonight.

Jeremy: Oh.

Diane: Yeah. And by tomorrow, I will present you with an exquisite piece of jewelry, one of a kind, very beloved, very expensive, and very stolen.

[ Laughs ] I’ll check off all the boxes of your request.

Jeremy: So, who are you stealing from?

Diane: Nikki newman.

[ Both laugh ]

Jeremy: Really?

Diane: Yes. She, phyllis, and ashley stuck their nose into my past with you in L.A., And then they lured you to genoa city under false claims that I helped put you in prison. They wanted it to suit their own needs, and they used us as puppets. And they thought they could pull the strings. A little payback would be nice.

Jeremy: Hmm.

[ Doorbell rings ]

[ Knock on door ]

[ Bag zips ]

Ashley: Hey.

Tucker: Hi.

Ashley: You’re wasting your time coming here. I’m leaving for paris soon.

Tucker: Yeah. I realize that I’m the last person you want to see right now, but, um… I’m begging you, if you could just hear me out ’cause I hate the way things ended between us and… just — will you please listen to what I have to say? For copd, ask your doctor about breztri.

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Nate: When exactly did you and tucker forge this alliance?

Audra: He and I go back a ways. I worked for one of his companies in london. He paid off my business school loans, and I’ve been beholden to him ever since. Full disclosure — we shared both a business and a personal connection.

Nate: Mm. I see.

Audra: I came to genoa city as his trojan horse into chancellor-winters. Devon figured it out, and that’s why I’m no longer with the company, although devon allowed me to resign quietly so as not to cause any public embarrassment to the company.

Nate: So, when you said you were done with your assignment and were ready to move on from there…

Audra: It was a lie of omission.

Nate: Which is still a lie.

Audra: I was hoping, you know, I had the chance to show you what I can bring to the party as your coo before you learned the whole story.

Nate: Mm. You figured you had a little time, given the distance between my cousins and me.

Audra: I see now how foolish that was. I just wanted so badly to land on my feet and prove my worth.

Nate: At my expense. I hired you without knowing all the facts. That doesn’t make me look good.

Audra: I don’t blame you for being disappointed. But know this. I am thrilled to finally be through with tucker mccall. And I believe my business acumen speaks for itself. I have no doubt you and I can achieve great things together. However, under the circumstances, I’ll understand if you want to rescind your offer of employment at newman media.

Ashley: Say what you have to say. I’ve got a plane to catch.

Tucker: I screwed up. Uh, I played it all wrong. I couldn’t have made more mistakes if I had tried to. But everything I did, every thought I had was in hopes of creating something truly special for you.

Ashley: I didn’t hear an apology. But I guess not getting an apology is better than hearing any more of your empty words.

Tucker: I’m sorry that I hurt you. That’s the last thing I wanted. And, uh, that is not spin. I’m not weaving some story to appease you. I’m trying to show you how, um — how desperately I want your happiness.

Ashley: Is that it?

Tucker: I want you to know that it was never my plan to — to rip jabot away from you or your family.

[ Clears throat ] I just was trying to provide the means for you to, uh, become the star that you are, that I think you are. And I knew that you would never do that at jabot ’cause you’re always under the shadow of your brother and — and your dad. And, uh, that’s why I — that’s why I devised the idea —

Ashley: So, you decided what was best for my life. I don’t even get a say in what goes on in my own life?

Tucker: But I saw the excitement in your eyes, the — the spark…

Ashley: Yeah.

Tucker: …When I — you were excited by it, as i knew you would be ’cause I know you, ashley.

Ashley: Ah. You really don’t know me at all, do you?

Tucker: There is more going on than you care to admit between us. I know you said, “oh, I’m playing you.” The connection you and I have can’t be faked. At least my feelings for you are real. And they’re profound. If you feel half of what I do for you, don’t we owe ourselves the chance to — to find our way back from this? Will you stay? Please? Give us a chance.

Phyllis: Oh! Thank you for getting here so fast.

Nikki: I got nervous when i saw your text. Is this about diane?

Phyllis: Yeah. She’s back, despite everything she led us to believe.

Nikki: Yeah, I heard. Um, I don’t really even want to know what she’s up to.

Phyllis: Oh, well, I have a few things. Um, one of them is making out with jack. And jack was going right along with it.

Nikki: As much as it pains me to hear that, it is no surprise. I mean, he’s been protecting her through this whole thing. Of course she’s gonna take advantage of that.

Phyllis: Yeah.

Nikki: But trust me. One of these days, he’s gonna realize what’s happened and he will regret it.

Phyllis: She’s completely playing him.

[ Sighs ] And then I just saw her with jeremy stark, looking, way less than terrified of him, let me just say.

Jeremy: Stealing something precious from nikki after she tried to do the same thing to you by forcing you to leave your family. Oh, that’s poetic.

Diane: I thought you’d find it as delicious as I do.

Jeremy: And if you could actually deliver, I’d be really impressed.

Diane: Don’t worry. I will.

Jeremy: How can you be so sure? You’ve raised the bar really high for yourself.

Diane: Well, don’t I always?

Jeremy: Still, there are a lot of logistics involved. An ambitious heist like this would be very difficult to pull off on your own.

Diane: Difficult, but not impossible.

Jeremy: As much as I admire your self-confidence, I would like to hear exactly how you plan to pull this off. Trelegy for copd.

Nate: Your story makes so much sense now. When I betrayed my cousins and everything hit the fan, you barely reacted, which at the time seemed a bit strange. Now I realize that you must have been relieved that the spotlight was on me. It never occurred to my cousins that there was another double agent in their midst.

Audra: Apparently. But trust me, I was not nonchalant. Your confession that you were working with another power player in town intending to make a move on the company came as quite a jolt.

Nate: Tucker realized he had some competition.

Audra: Yeah.

Nate: If I had stayed the course with my plan for newman to take over chancellor-winters, it would have ruined tucker’s plan.

Audra: Yeah, or at least forced him to rethink his strategy on the fly, putting him at a serious disadvantage. I mean, if someone’s better than you at playing the game, there’s no one to blame except yourself.

Nate: You really feel that way?

Audra: I have no reason to lie at this point. You play to win, or you’ve already lost.

Nate: Hmm. Agreed. Which is why my offer for you to be my coo still stands.

Ashley: You’re right. This is complicated for me. I started to feel things for you again. I didn’t think it was even possible, but, um… it happened. But, you know, even though I was feeling that pull, you know, whatever that is that you and i have together, I felt it. And my instincts kept telling me that I shouldn’t trust you, and my instincts were dead right.

Tucker: But everything’s out in the open now. So, let’s — let’s —

Ashley: Come on. Stop it. There’s no chance in hell.

Tucker: Why?

Ashley: I have to spell it out for you? You’re a crappy partner, tucker. You were the first time around, and you haven’t changed. You had every opportunity to be honest with me. All you had to do was be straight with me! And you chose not to. Until I saw your son rub your nose in your lies. And I can’t wait to get on that plane so I don’t have to look at you again.

Victor: So, how are things going at marchetti?

Kyle: Oh, very well. We’ve gotten into a groove.

Victor: Oh, yeah. Nice to hear. And how is my beautiful granddaughter and, more importantly, my great grandson?

Kyle: We’re all good.

Victor: Good. Great to hear that.

Kyle: Although I doubt that’s the real reason you wanted to get together. Normally, you would have gone directly to summer or at least invited her to join us.

Victor: Well, what do you think I’m here to discuss?

Kyle: I would assume my mother.

Victor: Hmm. A lot of things to say about your mother. But I shall refrain from doing so right now. Something more important is on my mind.

Kyle: Such as?

Victor: How is adam doing at jabot?

Kyle: [ Sighs ]

[ Lock whirs, disengages ]

Sally: [ Sighs ] Never should have left here in the first place.

Nick: Right? What was I thinking?

Sally: Why don’t I take your coat off?

Nick: Really?

Sally: Mm-hmm.

Nick: Okay.

Sally: But I won’t stop there.

Nick: No?

Sally: Mnh-mnh. I’m gonna keep going, piece by piece, until everything that you are wearing is on the floor.

Nick: I like the way your mind works. Dry skin is sensitive skin, too.

Tucker: How long will you be gone?

Ashley: That’s none of your business. But it’s gonna be nice not to have to think about you anymore, just like it was before you came back to town.

Tucker: Whereas I’ll be thinking about you every minute.

Ashley: My car is gonna be here any second. So, if you have any respect for me, like you keep telling me you do, please go. Now.

Diane: I am disappointed in you, jeremy. Don’t you know by now not to underestimate me?

Jeremy: That’s not —

Diane: Remember, I lived in this town for years. I interacted with all the key players. I was even mrs. Victor newman. A couple of times. No one is more of an insider than I am. And even if I weren’t, there are ways of getting one’s hands on information. Come on. Give me a little credit.

Jeremy: Oh, you are as intoxicating as ever right now.

Diane: Now, that’s more like it.

Jeremy: I believe that i could almost trust you.

Diane: By tomorrow, i guarantee you will be 100% sold.

Nikki: Look at diane, cozying up to that criminal.

Phyllis: Mm-hmm. It’s really disgusting how she keeps stringing jack along while she’s sitting there colluding with this guy.

Nikki: We’ve always known she has no shame.

Phyllis: Alright. While ashley’s out of town for a few weeks, what are we gonna do? How are we gonna get rid of diane?

Nikki: [ Sighs ]

Sally: You know, since you liked my first idea so much…

Nick: Oh. Do you have another one?

Sally: Mm-hmm. Once we are out of all of these clothes, why don’t we go warm up in the shower together?

Nick: I love it. I’m in. Let’s go.

Sally: Alright. Why don’t you go turn on the water and I will meet you there in a minute?

Nick: Alright.

Sally: [ Sighs heavily ]

Kyle: Adam seems to be doing alright.

Victor: Okay. Now, I can’t imagine that you’re too happy that he is at jabot, as your father’s co-ceo, no less.

Kyle: Eh, our paths don’t really cross that much.

Victor: So, let’s be frank with each other. Neither you nor I like the fact that he’s working at your family’s company. So, why don’t we remedy that?

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Daniel: What, did a bomb just go off in here? You guys okay? Everything alright?

Abby: Do you have an update about dissolving the merger?

Devon: Yeah, I do. And it’s not what I saw coming.

Jeremy: I think we need to seal this new partnership… with a kiss.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ] I never get tired of this.

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Chelsea: Billy?

Billy: Hey.

Chelsea: Are you okay?

Billy: Yeah. I’m fine.

Chelsea: Come inside. Come inside.

Chelsea: What’s wrong? Is it lily? Billy. What happened?

Billy: It’s over.

Daniel: Lily. Whoa. Sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you.

Lily: No, it’s fine.

Daniel: Oh, man. Still beautiful, huh? You know, when I lived in genoa city before, I used to come up here all the time. It’s one of my favorite spots in the city. It always gave me that inspiration that I needed. I was just working on omega sphere, and, well, i needed a little creative stimulation, so [Sniffs] Let’s hope this does the trick. Hmm? [ Chuckles ] Opens up those floodgates, gets the creative juices flowing again. I’m really glad they haven’t turned this place into condos yet.

[ Chuckles ] Hey. What’s going on? Do you, uh — do you want to be left alone? Or maybe you’d like some company?

Nick: Son, when are we gonna start meeting someplace a little more happening? Clearly, this place isn’t taking off the way you’d hoped.

Noah: Alright, well, maybe not for a happening guy like you, but I seem to be satisfying all my other patrons. You know, besides, this place is my life now. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Nick: I’m as content as you are.

Noah: Okay, I’m gonna ask you something. Fair warning — you might not want to answer it right now.

Nick: [ Laughs ] Well, now I’m curious. What’s up?

Noah: This whole sally thing. I’m interested to know how serious it is.

Sally: Look at page 3. I think our organization chart needs a little streamlining. Chloe? What do you think?

Chloe: Um…you know, we’ve been at this for hours, going over and over every detail. I think we’ve got it all covered.

Chloe: But what I have to know is — how are you feeling?

Sally: I feel great. Why?

Chloe: Okay, I — I don’t want to push, but the clock is ticking. You need to start making some decisions.

Sally: What are you talking about? I’ve been making tons of decisions, like what kind of charts and graphics should be added to our pitch document and how to sharpen our opening statement, how far to push the budget. I’m focused on, you know, getting our presentation ready for jill tomorrow.

Chloe: Okay, sally, there is, like, a huge elephant in the room, and I’m not going to let you ignore it another second. I’m not playing this denial game with you. You know exactly what I’m asking. You need to start making decisions about your pregnancy.

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Sally: Chloe, this is hardly the time to be discussing that.

Chloe: Okay. If not now, when?

Sally: I don’t know. Sometime after the pitch. We’ve got to get prepared for tomorrow.

Chloe: I’m not playing this avoidance game with you. I was here with you when you took the pregnancy test. I know it was positive.

Sally: Okay, but what do you expect me to do about that right now? Tomorrow we have one of the biggest presentations of our professional careers, and we cannot afford to blow it. And one positive at-home pregnancy test is not gonna change that.

Chloe: I disagree. This pregnancy could change everything. And you may want to pretend like it isn’t happening, but I know for a fact that it is. So…that’s why I brought these. They’re prenatal vitamins. I took them when I was pregnant with miles, and I think you should start doing the same.

Chelsea: Tell me what happened. Do you want to talk about it?

Billy: No, I don’t, really, not right now. I mean, I’ll tell you at some point, just not right now.

Chelsea: Okay. Yeah, I understand. I get it.

[ Sighs ] For the record, I’m really sorry, especially if I had anything to do with what happened between you and lily.

Billy: Chelsea, this is 100% on me.

Chelsea: You know, sometimes things don’t work out. Sometimes it’s — it’s not anybody’s fault and — you know what? You said you don’t want to talk about it, so I’m gonna stop.

Billy: Yeah, can I just — can I just sit here for a minute?

Chelsea: Yeah. We can just sit. Or — or what’s better than sitting? Movie time.

Billy: [ Chuckles ] Don’t think I’m up for that right now.

Chelsea: Well, I think you could use a little escapism right now and, um — and maybe a snack. You know, popcorn, soda, candy, a little sweet, little salty.

Billy: I think you should probably save that for connor.

Chelsea: It looks like you need it a lot more than connor right now. Plus — plus, I have the perfect film we could watch. It was recently voted the dumbest movie of all time. I figure we can be the judge of that.

Billy: Yeah. Sure. Let’s do that.

Lily: Yeah, company is nice, but I just feel a little talked out at this point.

Daniel: Yeah. Look, that’s cool. I mean, I get it. If you want silence, that’s exactly what I’ll be — silent company.

Lily: I just feel like today has been the longest day of my life. I feel like my whole world has been turned upside down. I spoke with billy about how our relationship is over… talked to devon about how he wants to dissolve our chancellor-winters partnership. And I have no idea how that’s gonna affect our relationship going forward. So, yeah, I think silence is good because I’m at a point right now where I feel like if you and I keep talking, you’re gonna tell me that you don’t want to be my friend anymore. I just feel like everything in my life has fallen apart at once. Vegas heat?

Sally: Look, put those away, chloe. I don’t need them, alright?

Chloe: Based on what I know, you do.

Sally: [ Sighs ]

Chloe: Unless you think you got a false positive or — did you get your period or something?

Sally: Oh, my god. Really, chloe? Why is my menstrual cycle a topic of discussion right now? We have so much on our plate of much more immediate importance. Can we just focus on that?

Chloe: Okay. You know, you can play this however you want to play it, but things are going to get real serious real fast, and you need to start making some plans, starting with taking some supplements. Unless you don’t trust the home test, and in that case, you should make an appointment with your ob-gyn and get an official one.

Sally: I already went, okay? It was positive.

[ Keys clacking ]

Chloe: [ Sighs ] Sally. Sally, this is happening. You can’t avoid it.

Sally: I just can’t handle facing all of this right now, okay?

Chloe: I know that this is a really scary time. It’s a scary time, and it’s something that you might not want to face, but no one ever said that you have to do it alone. Okay. I’m here. I’m here to support you. I have been through this before. I will be there for you every step of the way. And you have the baby’s father’s support, too, right?

Nick: How serious is the sally thing? I don’t know, man. How serious is the allie thing?

Noah: She’s amazing. We love spending time together. We support one another, and i appreciate her more and more every day.

Nick: Same.

Noah: Ah, it’s just — it’s that type of love I could really be grateful for, especially after all the audra stuff. Every day I wake up and I am excited to nourish our relationship and watch it grow.

Nick: [ Chuckles ] You sound like a self-help guru.

Noah: What can I say? It’s special. She offers support and stability, consistency. It’s just — it’s really nice.

Nick: Well, I am happy for you. I remember the feeling of that kind of love. Sally and I are not in that place. At least, not yet. But cheers to you for truly having it all.

Daniel: Is it okay if I speak now?

Lily: [ Sighs ]

[ Sniffles ] Yeah, it’s fine. As long as you don’t say something like, “what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger,” or, “it’s the darkest before the dawn.” I just can’t really handle generic platitudes right now.

Daniel: [ Exhales sharply ] Look…I promise I had no intentions of saying any of those things. But you know what I will say? I will say that you never have to worry about me telling you that we’re no longer gonna be friends. You’re not gonna get rid of me that easily.

Lily: [ Chuckles ] Thanks. I needed to hear that.

Daniel: What’s happening with you — it sucks. It really, really sucks. It’s not fair, and you deserve so much more, so much better, especially from the people who claim to be in your corner.

Lily: [ Scoffs, sniffles ] Yeah, I don’t really know what i deserve. I mean, I’m dealing with the consequences of my own actions, right? Like, I chose to be with billy. I chose to partner with devon. And now I’ve failed in both my personal and professional lives.

Daniel: No. No. No, see, I’m not gonna let you go there. None of this is your fault. You didn’t fail. I — I mean, if anything, you chose to see the best in billy. You know, you were willing to believe that he was capable of this level of growth and maturity that he himself was trying to achieve.

Lily: And I was wrong.

Daniel: You’re an amazing businesswoman. It was an incredible idea to merge your company with devon’S. You didn’t do anything wrong. It’s not your fault if other people can’t see the bigger, better picture.

Lily: [ Sighs ] It’s just so frustrating that i can’t fix this. ‘Cause, like, that’s who I am. Like, there’s a problem, and then I want to find a solution and fix it, you know? It’s like I — it’s like I want to have control or something. And it’s an illusion because in reality, I don’t have control over anything.

Billy: Ohh.

[ Both chuckle ]

[ Both laughing ] Kids can change minds…

Noah: Not yet love with sally or not ever?

Nick: [ Chuckles ] Look, I know you’re not a fan of my involvement with her, but we enjoy each other’s company. That’s where we’re at. We’re happy. Neither one of us feels the need to push her to find this any faster than we’re ready, okay?

Noah: Okay. Okay. I get it.

Nick: Good. Because sally and I are in complete agreement. We’re not gonna make this any more complicated than it needs to be.

Noah: For now. But you know as well as anyone that things can change in the blink of an eye, whether you want them to or not.

Nick: Oh, well, thank you for your sage wisdom, old man, but i think I know a little bit more about complicated relationships than you do. And, trust me, this is not one of them.

Sally: Nick and I have been very clear about taking things slow. I mean, we’re not even in a serious relationship yet.

Chloe: Well, for two people who aren’t in a serious relationship, you sure do spend a lot of time together.

Sally: Regardless of how it may seem to everyone else, nick and I have been very clear with each other. And, trust me, my being pregnant is definitely not in the plan. And the last thing that I want is for nick to feel like I’m trying to trap him into anything by springing this on him.

Chloe: I know nick. I don’t think that he would react that way. He loves being a father. He’s been through this before. He knows that things can sometimes happen. And I bet if you just sit down with him and tell him the truth, he will want to figure this out as a team.

Sally: No. I’m not ready yet. I’m sorry. I need more time.

Chloe: Sally… you don’t have time. Pregnancies don’t work that way. And if you wait too long, they’ll tell the world for you.

Daniel: You know, I know what it’s like to feel powerless. I mean, come on. I lived it. And what I’ve come to realize — control is an illusion. You know, you can’t control other people. The only thing you can control is you and your response to all the things that are happening around you.

Lily: I know. I mean, I keep telling myself that I’ve gotten through worse, but [Sighs] It doesn’t make me feel any better. I still feel horrible.

Daniel: Well, I promise you, you’re gonna feel less horrible as time passes. Look, you’re gonna start to recognize the other things in life that bring you joy, or at least contentment, you know? And inevitably things will get better, even if it doesn’t seem that way right now.

Lily: Is that what happened to you when heather left?

Daniel: Hardly.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, no. I, uh… well, I crashed and burned, and, you know, I was wallowing in my own self-pity and misery. First I tanked my career, then my relationship. You know, if you want a checklist of what not to do, I’m your guy. I got you covered.

Lily: Well, how long is your list? ‘Cause I may have checked off a few of those items already.

Daniel: I doubt it. You’re just in stage one, you know, the — the hurt.

[ Chuckles ] I was punishing heather and lucy for all the things that i thought had gone wrong in my life or weren’t going the way that they were supposed to, even though none of it had anything to do with either of them. Instead of focusing on the joy of my family, I — I chose to lean into the misery and i dragged them down into it with me. Ultimately, I drove them away.

Billy: Chelsea. No!

Chelsea: Billy. Billy, y-you were having a nightmare. I — whatever it was about, though, it’s over now.

Billy: Yeah, no, I’m — I’m not sure what that was.

Chelsea: You, um — you called out my name. If you don’t want to talk about lily, I understand, but this — this you can talk to me about because I have a feeling that awful nightmare has something to do with that night on the roof.

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Billy: Thank you.

Chelsea: That night was the most horrible experience of my life. And we’ve talked about that. But we never discussed what it was like for you.

Billy: It doesn’t matter how I’m feeling. It’s — it’s about you. You’re the one that’s healing.

Chelsea: That’s not true. That’s not true. We’re all on the mend. Life is hard for all of us. So, even if your feelings don’t matter to other people, they matter to me.

Billy: Well, thank you for saying that, but I don’t want to burden you with my emotional baggage. You got enough going on.

Chelsea: To be honest with you, at first, I didn’t think about it. I was so caught up in my own situation, it never occurred to me what you had to go through. But then when I could finally think straight, it hit me. And I was too afraid to bring it up to you. But now it’s out in the open, and I want you to be able to talk to me about it because the only burden I’ve been feeling lately, honestly, is not knowing how this has affected you. We’re the only two people in the world who really know what happened on the rooftop that night. So, please…talk to me.

Lily: I’m really sorry. I can only imagine what a wake-up call it was when heather and lucy left.

Daniel: No. No, not at first, anyway.

[ Chuckles ] I mean, don’t forget I’m your poster child for the checklist of what not to do, remember? No, no, no, I-I — I went a little crazy, found myself in my own little self-destruct binge. I was on it for a while, too.

Lily: I think you’re being too hard on yourself.

Daniel: Nope, I’m not. Trust me. But you know what? Now I’m on a mission to try and make things better in my life. Maybe one day better for my daughter’s life, too. Look, lily, you’re — you’re already a good person, you know?

Lily: Yeah.

Daniel: You are. You’re strong. You’re kind. You’re fair.

Lily: [ Sighs ]

Daniel: You didn’t let anyone down. Billy failed you. And devon — you know, by choosing to dissolve your chancellor-winters partnership, he failed everyone.

Sally: [ Sighs heavily ] Look, please, chloe, can we just table this whole baby discussion for right now, okay? Nothing needs to be figured out right this second. And I think we’re about as prepared as we can be for our presentation tomorrow, so maybe we should just call it a night.

Chloe: Oh, um…okay, you don’t want to work on our statement a little bit more?

Sally: I know that we said we needed to prepare more, but i changed my mind. I think we’re good. You know, we want it to be spontaneous. We don’t want it to seem rehearsed. And besides, nick is gonna come down from the club and we’re gonna go do dinner and drinks.

Chloe: How are you going to explain to nick that you’re suddenly on the wagon and that you can’t have a drop of alcohol enter your system?

Sally: I-I… I’m just gonna remind him that I’ve had an upset stomach.

Chloe: Okay. You’re still dodging reality. You’re still in denial. You know that that excuse is only going to work for a short while. Soon you have to face the facts.

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Lily: What do you mean that devon failed everyone?

Daniel: Well, you know, it’s obvious how he failed you. I mean, he was supposed to be committed to family and building something together, but, you know, by choosing to walk away from your partnership, he not only let you down. He failed himself.

Lily: How do you figure that?

Daniel: Imagine how much better he could be with you by his side. You know, with your business acumen [Chuckles] — Think about it — the two of you, you could rule the world. Devon failed himself more than he could have ever failed you. And now — now he won’t have your brilliant mind working side by side with him.

Lily: Well, I do appreciate your high opinion of me. But with everything in flux at chancellor-winters, I still feel like the biggest loser. And, look, I — I really hope that things work out. But I can’t really make any guarantees as to what will or won’t make it through to the next stage.

Sally: Enough, chloe. Really, okay? I’ll figure something out. I’ve got this.

[ Knock on door ]

Nick: Hey.

Sally: Hi.

Nick: Hey, chloe. I didn’t know you were here. Am I interrupting something? Do you guys want me to wait out in the hallway while you finish working whatever it is you’re working on?

Sally: No. We’ve just been working on our pitch all day, so I’m sure chloe’s just tired.

Nick: Oh, that’s right. That is tomorrow. I’m sure you want to get some rest. So, if you want a rain check, that’s okay.

Sally: No way. I need some time to unwind, and you are just the person I want to do it with.

Nick: How about you, chloe? You got to be starving after all your hard work. Do you want to come and join us?

Chloe: I would love to, but i really got to get back to the kids.

Nick: Okay.

Sally: Alright. Well, it is settled then. But you’re right. I’m starving. So, let’s go.

Nick: Let me help you with that.

Sally: Thank you.

Billy: [ Sighs ] When I walked out onto that rooftop and I saw you… standing up on the ledge… I mean, I just — I froze. You were just staring off into the oblivion, and you weren’t taking in the skyline. And from that moment on, everything was instinct, trying to say the right thing, anticipating your moves.

Chelsea: I’m so sorry. That must’ve been terrifying.

Billy: Well, I definitely felt fear. Felt a lot of guilt.

Chelsea: Wh-why would you feel guilt?

Billy: ‘Cause I’m the one that showed you that spot…

Chelsea: [ Sighs ]

Billy: …As a place to, you know, release your negative thoughts. I never in a million years thought that you’d be back up there to… but there you were. And if I hadn’t said the right things, if I didn’t make the right moves, it was gonna happen all over again.

Chelsea: What do you mean, again?

Billy: [ Breathes deeply ] Delia. And I wasn’t able to save my daughter and…

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] I — i never — I never made that connection.

Billy: [ Sighs ] You know, in a way, this has been like a do-over, you know? It’s like I had an opportunity to — to do the right thing or to screw up and to live with another horrific loss that would stay with me for the rest of my life.

Chelsea: [ Voice breaking ] I’m so sorry. Even in that moment, that would be the last thing I would ever want.

Billy: I know. I know that. And fortunately, it was different, okay?

Chelsea: [ Sniffles ]

Billy: I was able to get you off the ledge, and I was able to persuade you to not give up. But still…the what-ifs — they’re still with me. And I dream almost every night i don’t get there in time and I — I don’t say the right things.

[ Voice breaking ] And it’s like it —

[ Breathes deeply ] It plays out in slow motion. And it’s like my heart is just wrapped in a fist.

Chelsea: [ Breathes deeply ] When you’re through with powering through,

Sally: [ Sighs ] I don’t know how I’m gonna decide. All these specials look amazing. I just realized I have been so busy that I haven’t eaten all day. I guess I did not realize how hungry I actually was until i saw all these delicious things on the menu. I don’t want to hear any comments or complaints about how much I’m about to order.

Nick: I wouldn’t dream of it. I’m just glad your stomach’s feeling better and you got your appetite back. So, get whatever you want. In fact, why don’t you order one of everything?

Sally: Well, I might take you up on that.

Nick: Let’s do it. But first, let’s get some drinks so we can toast your inevitable success. What do you feel like? How about a glass of wine? Or maybe a spicy martini?

Chelsea: I knew what happened had an effect on you, but i never imagined it was so strong.

Billy: I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have said anything to you.

Chelsea: No. You had to. You had to tell me this. My actions put you in a horrible position, billy, because you were just there because you cared. I hate that you had to witness that.

Billy: Well, I don’T. Look, whether I made it there on time or not, if I would have lost you, the pain would still be the same, chelsea. We’ve known each other for a long time. We’ve been through a lot. And here we are.

Chelsea: Standing strong.

Billy: And the world is a better place with you in it. It’s more interesting. It’s a lot more fun. It’s deep, and it’s — it’s real. And you are a bright spot in my day right now, and I wouldn’t change that for anything. You understand?

Chelsea: I do. And for the record, the world is a lot better with you in it, too.

Daniel: Penny for your thoughts?

Lily: [ Chuckles ] No, thanks to you, I do feel a little bit better. I mean, I know I’ve been through worse than this, you know? And I have always come out stronger for it on the other side.

Daniel: Ooh. That is starting to sound an awful lot like “darkest before the dawn” talk.

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Daniel: Should I, um, get out my book of clichés? You know, I do carry one with me at all times, you know, for special occasions such as this.

Lily: Ha, ha.

Daniel: [ Laughs ]

Lily: Thanks for being such a good friend and helping me process another one of life’s struggles.

Daniel: That’s what friends are for.

Lily: [ Laughs ]

Daniel: Come on. Allow me at least one cliché. You had one!

Lily: Okay, fine, fine. Just one. Just one.

Daniel: Good.

Lily: I want you to know that I think you’re gonna be a success. And not just with omega sphere, but with anything that you set your mind to. And, look, I can’t guarantee what the future will hold at chancellor-winters, but what i can guarantee is that I will do everything in my power to bring your dream to fruition.

Daniel: Thank you. That’s all I could possibly ask for.

Lily: And I really hope heather and lucy notice ’cause i know that’s why you’re doing this — to show them how much you love them and want to fix things.

Daniel: [ Chuckles ] You really do know me, don’t you?

Lily: You’re doing something special, and I hope they see that.

Daniel: Me too. I do have my doubts, though.

Lily: Look, it’s fine. You got off track. But I have faith in you and in your endeavor. And, you know [Scoffs] I may be the last one standing at chancellor-winters, but if my vote counts for anything, I am 100% behind you and your project.

Daniel: [ Breathes deeply ] Well, I guess we can’t fail, can we?

Lily: No.

[ Laughs ]

Daniel: [ Breathes deeply ] I never get tired of this.

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Chelsea: I’m sorry. Did you say reschedule? Well, isn’t there any way dr. Malone can fit me in after — okay. Um, I understand.

[ Knock on door ] Can you just hold on one second? Thanks.

Victor: This a bad time?

Lily: Hey. This is a surprise.

Billy: Yeah, well, when i woke up in the guest room this morning, I thought I would give you a little bit of space, given where we left things.

Lily: So, what are you doing here now?

Billy: Play a game with me.

Lily: Um…a game?

Billy: Come on. Pick one. For old time’s sake.

Lily: Um…that one.

Billy: Hmm? Do you remember?

Lily: Valentine’s day, 2022.

Billy: Yes. That’s right. You remember. It took a lot to find the exact one that I gave you last year.

Lily: Yeah, I remember you filled my desk with them. It was very special.

Billy: Yes, it was. I don’t want to give up on us, lily. That little piece of sweetness is a reminder the millions of incredible things that we’ve shared and the possibility of millions more. I don’t want to walk away from this. Do you?

Sharon: I brewed this pot especially for you.

Chance: Oh, wow. Thank you. What do I, uh — what do i detect, a hint of?

Cardamom, peppercorns, clove, and cinnamon.

Chance: Oh, wow. That’s why it smells so incredible.

Sharon: Well, I was inspired to add a little spice after our first supper club dinner.

Chance: That was fun.

Sharon: Yeah. I even decided to do a little research and take a look at what other types of cuisines we might be tempted by.

Chance: Great minds.

Sharon: Oh. You too?

Chance: Yep, and I got one question for you. How far off the beaten path are you willing to go?

Sharon: That’s a really good question. Hmm. Let me think. I’d be willing to try anything and everything.

Chance: You serious?

Sharon: Yeah, absolutely. Life is short. You got to use all of your taste buds, live on the edge. No more solo dinner ruts.

Chance: Ah, well, alright. Bring on the world, then.

Sharon: Why don’t you try that moroccan spiced coffee? It was the first time I ever made it, and I’m not sure how it turned out.

Chance: [ Chuckles ] Well, thank you. I appreciate the warning. Ooh, yeah. Not bad.

Victor: Someone waiting on the phone?

Chelsea: Oh, um… uh, I’m gonna have to get back to you. Thanks. Come on in.

Victor: Thank you. I hope it wasn’t important.

Chelsea: No, no, it’s nothing that can’t wait. Um…

[ Door closes ] Have a seat. Would you like a cup of coffee or something?

Victor: No. No, thank you.

Chelsea: Okay. You know, I meant to tell you, connor really loves that soccer video game you got him.

Victor: Really?

Chelsea: Mm-hmm.

Victor: That’s nice.

Chelsea: Yeah. And recently adam told — told him how you were the first person to get him a soccer ball.

Victor: So, he remembered?

Chelsea: Yeah. Yeah. Fondly.

Victor: That’s so nice. I think it — it made connor feel important, you know, like he’s part of a family tradition.

Victor: He is. And you know how important family is to me.

Chelsea: I witnessed that firsthand on christmas.

Victor: [ Breathes deeply ] Do you have any idea why I’m here?

Chelsea: Well, I know you’re not one for small talk, so

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Devon: Lily. Hey. I’m working from home today, taking care of dominic. But I just wanted to make sure that you had some free time to meet with me later ’cause I have something important to discuss with you and I want to make sure you hear it from me first. So, I’ll talk to you soon.

[ Sighs ] I have a feeling your great grandmother is probably pretty disappointed in me right now. And I’m worried that when lily hears the news, things are gonna get even worse.

Lily: What if I had chosen your other hand?

[ Chuckles ] I wish our relationship were that easy to rig. But we can’t go back, billy.

Billy: No. We can’T. But we know where we’re coming from. And, look, that first couples counseling session was a disaster, okay? But that was 45 minutes with someone that doesn’t know us. But I agree that we need to put more effort in. I need to put more effort in since I acknowledge that I’m the problem here.

Lily: We would still wind up in the same place. The things that we said during that session — I’ve been feeling that way for months. And I know you have, too. You just don’t want to admit it.

Billy: Lily, we love each other. Those feelings don’t just vanish into thin air.

Lily: Billy, I loved you every single day, and we still drifted apart. I mean, it’s clear to me that you are dissatisfied with your life. You’re dissatisfied with our relationship.

Billy: No, that’s just simply not true.

Lily: Okay, then the alternative is worse then. I mean, are you happy with being in this place where we’re barely even roommates?

Billy: This is just a moment. And we’ll get past it.

Lily: Billy, after that session, I realized that relationships should not hurt this much.

Chelsea: Victor newman popping by for a visit. I’m trying to decide between fight or flight mode.

Victor: Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no. I come here in peace.

Chelsea: I’m sure you can understand why I’d be a bit reticent.

Victor: Because of recent events?

Chelsea: Yeah. Um… I’m just — I’m not sure how much you’ve been told?

Victor: Well, I’m victoria’s father and johnny’s grandfather.

Chelsea: Right. So, this is about me telling johnny I’m his biological mom.

Victor: And by the way, i want you to know that that is fine with me, okay? And I also am very, very happy that johnny and connor are growing closer together as brothers.

Chelsea: Yeah. It’s heartwarming, isn’t it? They’ve gotten so close.

Victor: Very heartwarming. And I want it to stay that way.

Chelsea: Did something happen?

Victor: Well… over the holidays, you spent christmas with us, and i remember how adam and victoria were paying particularly close attention to you.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] Oh. Um, well, you know, it’s the holidays. Everyone’s nicer around the holidays. I wouldn’t — I wouldn’t read too much into it.

Victor: Chelsea, I hate to bring up recent memories, but you do remember how I prevented them from charging you for the attempted murder of rey rosales, right?

Chelsea: How could I forget? What’s your point?

Victor: I’m here to help you again, if you need it.

Chance: You know what we should do? We should get a huge map and some darts.

Sharon: Hmm. Well, if you mean leave it all up to fate, I’ll say —

Abby: Chance. Sharon, hi.

Sharon: Hi. Abby! Um, can I interest you in some moroccan spiced coffee?

Abby: I’m good. Thank you, though.

Sharon: Alright. Uh, let us know if you need anything.

Abby: Thanks.

> Hey, can I talk to you for a second?

Chance: Sure.

Abby: Out there.

Chance: Yeah.

Abby: [ Sighs ] You know, when I walked in and I saw you smiling, I almost didn’t recognize you. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you look that happy.

Chance: Is everything alright with dom?

Abby: Yeah. He’s fine.

Chance: Is there a problem? You need something?

Abby: I just wanted to tell you that I’ve come to a decision. 3, 4

Chance: You do realize you don’t have to check in with me about your life decisions anymore, right?

Abby: This decision involves you.

Chance: Okay. What is it?

Abby: I’m thinking about moving out.

Chance: I — I hope you don’t feel like I’ve hinted at that or expect you to just pack up and leave. That’s not the case.

Abby: No, I know. You’ve been very gracious in that respect. I just think it’s time.

Chance: Okay. Well, I guess this can mean only one thing — that you’re ready to move in and move on with devon.

Abby: [ Sighing ]

Billy: I’m sorry. I’m sorry that I’ve caused you so much pain.

Lily: I’m not blaming you for anything. I’m not. I’m just emotionally exhausted. And now I have this nightmare brewing with the ipo, and i can’t talk to you about it.

Billy: Well, yeah, you can. You can talk to me about anything. Look, I know I don’t work here anymore, but I still care.

Lily: I can’T. It’s classified. I have a meeting with devon. I have a call with jill scheduled.

Billy: Okay, so, what are you saying? My time with you is up? Is that it? Is that how this ends, like a bad business meeting that you just want to move on from?

Lily: Billy, this is not easy for me. You might think that I’m the one ending things, but you walked away from us a long time ago. And I understand your need of wanting to find where you belong, but clearly the path you’re taking does not lead towards me. And I really want you to be happy. I do. But I can’t sit back any longer just waiting for that to happen. And what we had — it was beautiful.

[ Voice breaking ] It was. But not every relationship is meant to last forever.

Billy: Well, I thought we could.

Lily: I will always be grateful to you for being a loving partner. After my marriage ended, you helped me find missing pieces of myself. After cane, after prison, after losing my father.

Billy: And now you’re strong enough to go about it on your own.

Lily: And I loved working with you. I loved building chanccomm, building chancellor, merging into chancellor-winters I loved it all. It was so special. And all of the romantic dinners after hours, the chocolates, the being tangled up in each other at night. We were perfect. Until we weren’T. And now it’s over.

Chelsea: I appreciate your offer to help, but it really isn’t necessary.

Victor: I want you to know that my only concern is the welfare of my grandson, okay?

Chelsea: Connor’s doing fine. There’s nothing for you to worry about.

Victor: But he’s a growing boy now, and I don’t want him to be burdened with the problems of the adults around him.

Chelsea: How could you even imagine I would let that happen?

Victor: Something is troubling you. And I want you to know that I’ll be here to help you if you need that help. You’re a part of our family now. And when someone in my family falls down, the rest of us come and help them get up, okay? You know, nikki and I love that boy. We really do. And being a grandparent is like being a parent. One is only as happy as the unhappiest child.

Chelsea: That’s true, but connor is — he’s the happiest kid I know.

Victor: And we want him to stay that way.

Chelsea: Yeah. Well, I’m glad we’re on the same page, and I will let you know if we need anything, but, truly, connor’s thriving.

Victor: Okay. Just remember, if you want to take a break, if you want to get away for a while, nikki and I — we’ll be there. We’ll step in, alright? We’ll take care of the boy, okay?

Chelsea: Okay.

[ Knock on door ]

Adam: Hey, chelsea. It’s me. Hi.

Chelsea: Hey. Good to see you.

Adam: Yeah.

Victor: Hey, son.

Adam: What the hell is he doing here?

Victor: I’m having a conversation with the mother of my grandson. That an issue for you?

Adam: Yes, as a matter of fact, it is. When you can barely smell your plug-in,

Adam: If you have something to discuss regarding connor, come to me.

Victor: Son, I talk to whoever and whenever I want to, alright? And obviously you’re incapable of telling me what’s troubling chelsea.

Adam: Because her life is none of your business, okay? She’s not gonna say this, so I’m gonna say it for her. Consider her off limits.

Victor: Are you truly alright, chelsea?

Adam: Listen, if there is anything for you to worry about, I’ll let you know.

Victor: Just know that you can come to me anytime, alright? And once again, nikki and i love your boy. So, whenever you need us, you call us.

[ Door closes ]

Adam: [ Sighs ] I am so sorry that he did that. Are you alright?

Chelsea: I’m fine.

Adam: He doesn’t have the slightest idea about what boundaries are.

Chelsea: I can’t believe I’m about to say this, but I think victor newman just helped me see things more clearly.

Billy: You know, even though it feels like my heart’s being pushed through a meat grinder right now, this is the most adult breakup I’ve ever had.

Lily: [ Chuckling ] Yeah. I guess we’re growing up.

Billy: It’s about time, huh?

Lily: [ Chuckles ] I really hope you find what you’re looking for.

Billy: I wish I was as strong as you.

Lily: [ Sighs ] You are.

[ Cellphone ringing ] That’s probably jill. I won’t say anything about the break-up ’cause we have enough to deal with right now.

Billy: Yeah.

[ Sniffles ] That’s probably a good idea. Good luck.

Lily: Thanks. You too.

[ Sighs, sniffles ] Jill, hi. Uh, no, I’m fine. What’s going on?

[ Sniffles, exhales heavily ] I’m sorry. I think I-I misunderstood you. He did what?

Victor: Hi, my baby.

Nikki: Mm.

Victor: Hi, my baby.

Nikki: Hello.

Victor: [ Smooching ] You know, it’s uncanny.

Nikki: What is?

Victor: Every time I see you, you look more beautiful.

Nikki: Hmm. Well, I am still amazed that you think you can cover your mood by giving me a compliment, as if i would be so distracted by that I — I won’t see that something is off.

Victor: Is it that obvious? Anyway, um… you know me so well.

Nikki: Yes, I do. So, spill it, handsome.

Victor: I paid a visit to chelsea.

Nikki: Ohh. Well, I hope you didn’t push too hard to find out what this big mystery is.

Victor: No, but, uh… something is afoot. Did victoria say anything about her?

Nikki: No, not since the holidays, when she said that chelsea was in a bad place. But it was odd that she didn’t elaborate.

Victor: Could she be suffering from some illness? I mean, that might explain why both adam and victoria were so attentive to her at the christmas party.

Nikki: Oh, I don’t think so. I mean, after everything we went through with ashland and his lies about having cancer, victoria would have told me that immediately. But something is definitely going on.

Victor: Yeah. And we need to find out what it is.

Nikki: Yes, especially since we know what chelsea is capable of when things aren’t going her way.

Victor: And I’m concerned about johnny. Kids can change minds…

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Adam: Oh, this I have to hear. How in the world did my father make you see anything more clearly? I mean, were you guys talking about stocks or corporate takeovers? Manipulating his children? Because outside of those topics, he’s a wasteland.

Chelsea: No, yeah, he said he could tell something’s been going on with me lately. And he’s concerned — not just about connor. It actually seemed like he cared about me, too. I mean, should I have told him the truth?

Adam: While I understand your impulse to do that, I’m not sure how he would react. I mean, of course you’re free to decide, but I don’t think telling him what happened just because he’s needlessly worried about connor…

Chelsea: Well, he spoke a lot about connor and all he’s had to go through because of my struggles.

Adam: Yeah. And mine.

Chelsea: He talked about how important connor is to him and the family, and then he started talking about our history, how he helped me avoid the legal repercussions when I poisoned rey.

Adam: Is he still holding that over your head?

Chelsea: No. Actually, he made me feel differently about it. You know, back then, my therapist was working for victor. But now I have dr. Malone. She’s helping me. She’s working for me, and she’s making me realize if I had just gotten the help I needed back then, maybe I would have been better, I wouldn’t have tried to play the system.

Adam: Well, you had a lot going on, with the aneurysm and the paralysis.

Chelsea: My body healed, but my head didn’T. I’m seeing so much of it differently now, adam. I’m starting to see where all the darkness came from and how dark it got and what led me up to that rooftop that night. I was in so much pain and i honestly thought that everyone would be better off if I wasn’t here. And I didn’t even think about all the pain I would have caused people. I mean, connor is the best thing that ever happened to me, and i just think — [Gasps] I just think — [Sighs] I just think that night I…

[ Breathes deeply, sniffles ]

Adam: Chelsea, what happened that night was one moment, one terrible moment in time. You have been working on getting better, and you’re looking out for connor at every step. You have always made sure that our son is taken care of. I have never, ever worried about that. So, you should not worry about that, either, okay? Little impromptu visits from my father — they always make people question something. I may or may not speak from experience.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ]

Adam: Listen, why don’t we get out of here? Why don’t we get some fresh air? Why don’t we get some change of scenery, go get some food?

Chelsea: Oh, thanks. No. I’m — I, um… I’m still working on my relationship with the outdoors and — and my place in it.

Adam: Okay. I didn’t mean to push. We could — we could just stay here.

Chelsea: I think I’d rather just be alone for a little bit, if you don’t mind.

Adam: Not at all. Not at all. Uh [Clears throat] Well, I — I’ll get out of your hair. But if you need anything or change your mind…

Chelsea: Thank you.

Adam: …I’m just a text away.

Chelsea: Okay. And, honestly, you’ve been great these past few weeks. It really means a lot.

Adam: Mm. “You’re great, but, uh, please leave.”

Chelsea: [ Laughs ] No, i just —

Adam: I’m kidding. I — I got it. I’m going. Take care, okay?

[ Door closes ]

Adam: [ Sighs ]

Abby: Moving out of the chancellor house doesn’t mean I’m moving in with devon. I hadn’t even considered that.

Chance: Why you want to leave then?

Abby: Because it’s your family’s home, not mine. And there’s just too many memories, too much space.

Chance: Look, dominic’s spent most of his life there. Do you really want to turn his world upside down again?

Abby: Yeah, it’ll be difficult for a while, but what hasn’t been?

Chance: That’s exactly my point. So, why don’t we make it as easy as we can for him?

Abby: We could stay, as long as you don’t feel awkward.

Chance: I’m fine with it. So, it’s settled?

Abby: We will stay put for now.

Chance: Okay. Good. Well, if that’s it, I’m gonna go.

Abby: Chance. Look, I understand that I hurt you and I did something terrible. But for you to think that i would just move in with devon before the ink on our divorce papers is even dry, that I could just move on and slide into another relationship so quickly? Is that the kind of person that you think I am?

Chance: Abby, I’m not sure who the hell you are because i don’t know how you feel. I used to know you. I used to know you through and through. At least, I thought I did. But now all I am clear on is the facts, okay? You had sex with devon. I walked in on you half-naked with the guy, remember? Hell, you spent christmas with him, too. And now I’m aware that you have full access to his penthouse because you took me there. So, you want to know what I do know, abby? If that wasn’t a mistake and you’re actually sorry about what happened, you wouldn’t feel the need to spend every waking moment with the guy that ruined our marriage.

Abby: [ Scoffs ]

Devon: Hey.

Lily: You’re dissolving our partnership? You’re taking back control of hamilton-winters?

Devon: So, you’ve spoken to jill.

Lily: Yeah, I spoke to jill. Why wouldn’t you come talk to me first?

Devon: I was coming to talk to you today. I was on my way.

Lily: Yeah, after you gave jill your ultimatum. You’re threatening to go public with your opposition of the ipo if you don’t get your way?

Devon: Can we — can we talk about this calmly?

Lily: Yeah, sure. Let’s have a civilized conversation about how you’re stabbing me in the back. How far are you willing to go to fight your own sister to get what you want? Your heart is the beat of life.

Chance: Sharon. I don’t know where to start, but I just want to apologize for that outburst. I’m sorry that you had to witness that, and I’m very sorry that it happened here.

Sharon: No! No, no apologies necessary. Um, you know, you’ve been bottling up a lot of emotions lately, and it’s not healthy.

Chance: Well, chastising my soon-to-be ex-wife in public — that’s not a good look.

Sharon: But you needed to get that off your chest.

Chance: Abby might disagree.

Sharon: Well, you are absolutely entitled. You’re human. It’s one thing to be the strong, silent type, but to not talk about what you’re going through, what you’re feeling, that — that can potentially slow down your healing process.

Chance: You know what they say about icebergs? How you can see, like, only 10% of the whole thing?

Sharon: Yeah.

Chance: Well, uh, all that — that was the tip of the iceberg. Am I angry? Yeah. Confused? Definitely. But it’s the other 90% that’s really killing me. I just — I have this enormous sense of failure that I just can’t shake.

Nikki: So, what did chelsea say for herself?

Victor: Not much. I asked how she was doing. She said she was doing fine.

Nikki: But you don’t believe her?

Victor: Mnh-mnh. She was about to open up, but we got a visitor.

Nikki: Who?

Victor: Adam.

Nikki: I can only imagine.

Victor: Immediately went on the offensive, accusing me of all kinds of nefarious things.

Nikki: Oh, speak of the devil. Hello, adam.

Victor: Hey, son. Care to join us?

Adam: I’m here with a warning. Stop trying to control my family, okay? Our lives — they belong to us. So back off. We do not and we will never live under your thumb.

Devon: I don’t want to fight with you, okay?

Lily: Right. Yeah. So, you just want to pull the pin out of the grenade and walk away without any consequence, without having a conversation?

Devon: I — we’re having a conversation right now, right?

Lily: Yeah, after you made the decision. That’s not a conversation. I have to — what? I have to just roll over and give up everything that we have worked so hard for?

Devon: I’m not asking you to give up anything, lily. I’m saying you go back to your company, I go back to my company.

Lily: Oh, yeah, devon, like it’s so easy.

Devon: It can be easy. It certainly can be. You ran the company before without me involved, and you did it successfully. You can go back to doing the same thing, and I can go back to running my company exactly the way I want to.

Lily: Devon, we can find a way to give you more autonomy without splitting up.

Devon: How you gonna do that if you take the company public? It’s impossible. And you know the only reason i wanted to join our companies together is so we could work together as a family, a cohesive family unit, and create a legacy to leave behind, right?

Lily: Yes, and we still can.

Devon: I disagree. I’ve made too many mistakes so far because of not listening to my own instincts, and I’m not gonna keep doing that. I’m sorry.

Lily: You know, jill thinks that you’re doing this just because of what happened with abby.

Devon: Let her think that if she wants to. It’s not the case. This is not an emotional decision. It’s been a long time coming. I’ve never truly felt comfortable with this merger. And I apologize to you for not being honest about that sooner and not being honest with myself about it. But I’m coming to you now, as your brother, and I’m asking if you will allow me to take a step back from this partnership. That’s it.

Lily: Really? You want to pull the brother card, asking me for a favor? And the way that you deal with getting burned is by burning me?

Devon: I’m not trying to burn you, lily. I’m trying to do what’s best for you and for me.

Lily: Devon, we were a team. We were working together to honor our father. And just because you couldn’t convince me and jill to cancel the ipo, you try and sabotage it. How are you any different from nate? I’m not a doctor.

Devon: I know you’re angry, and I get why you are, but how are you gonna compare what I’m asking for to what nate tried to do to us?

Lily: How is it different?

Devon: What are you talking about, how’s it different? I haven’t been secretly plotting to try and take your company from you and hand it over to someone who’s not even in the family. All I’ve ever done is try and protect and preserve hamilton-winters and neil’s legacy that goes along with it.

Lily: Oh, I’m sorry. Are you trying to protect our father’s legacy from me?

Devon: No. From shareholders or a takeover or anyone else who doesn’t know him or didn’t know him or didn’t respect him. And I realize I can’t do that without complete autonomy. And I’m also trying to look out for chancellor, whether you think so or not. I don’t think you guys should take that company public, either.

Lily: Do you actually believe what you’re saying? Do you? Because you are hurting me. You are damaging my company, all because you want control. You know what? Forget the comparison to nate. You sound exactly like victor newman and nothing like neil winters.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Sharon: I don’t think you should view the end of your marriage as your fault.

Chance: I can’t be certain of that.

Sharon: But you aren’t the one who cheated.

Chance: You know what I keep asking myself? Was I wrong for taking that assignment in spain? For leaving abby here all alone to handle the surrogacy and pregnancy?

Sharon: You were doing your duty.

Chance: Oh, maybe I made too many mistakes when I got back. I think I got lost in my job a bit. Trying to always be the protector. Maybe I just forgot how to be a man. That’s why she turned to somebody else. All my problems seem to stem from who I am, which is tied to what I do. It’s my job. I think I’ve put it above everything else too many times. Was that the biggest mistake that I made? And yet, without it, who the hell am I?

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hey.

Devon: You don’t know how happy I am to see your face. Are you okay?

Abby: Are you really happy to see me? Or are you just saying that? ‘Cause I feel like I just run to you every time something is bothering me.

Devon: First of all, I will never not be happy to see your face. And second, I always want you to come to me for any reason, any time.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Chelsea: Billy.

Victor: Son, I’d watch your tone if I were you.

Adam: Okay, just spare me your advice.

Victor: It’s telling, though, isn’t it? Although you involve me as a villain in any of your stories, you always come crawling back when you need me, don’t you? And that time will come again soon. I promise you.

Adam: You really are insufferable. You know, with an ego as big as his, I’m shocked that there’s room enough for you at the table or enough oxygen for you to breathe. I’ve had enough.

Nikki: This is just what he does. I mean, he has some kind of turmoil going on in his life, and he tries to whip everybody up into a frenzy. Darling, you just need to find a way to let it roll off your back.

Victor: No, maybe I’ll try something else.

Nikki: Well, what else can you do?

Victor: Give him a wake-up call. He needs to hit rock bottom, experience a massive failure, before he realizes where he belongs. That boy’s getting out of line. And I’ve had it.

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Kyle: Here you go, babe.

Summer: Mm, you really are the best husband.

Kyle: Oh, bringing you coffee’s a pretty low bar, but I’ll take it.

Summer: You know what I mean. Thank you for getting on board with me taking harrison to the textile show in paris. I cannot wait to show him the little boats that kids play with at the tuileries gardens. Oh, and I already know he’s gonna love the crepes.

Kyle: Well, you’re making me jealous I’m gonna miss all of it. You have to send me a ton of pictures.

Summer: Of course we will. We’re not gonna be gone for that long, though I hope it’s long enough for this whole thing with diane and stark to get resolved. I just want him out of our lives for good without any more drama or danger.

Kyle: I know. I know. I wish I’d never even heard that guy’s name.

Jeremy: Thank you.

Diane: Good morning. You’re up and at it early.

Jeremy: Being incarcerated has given me a new appreciation for life. I don’t like to waste time.

Diane: Is that the tie I gave you all those years ago?

Jeremy: Mm. I’m flattered you remembered.

Diane: Ooh, I like your style, which is why I am carefully planning how to surprise you with my act of good faith.

Jeremy: Sounds like you’re enjoying your assignment.

Diane: Maybe a little. It’s been lovely being back in genoa city playing mother and grandmother, but I am a woman with wants and needs.

Jeremy: Hmm. Yes, you are. Please sit down and catch me up on this plan of yours. I am dying to know all the details.

[ Doorbell rings ]

[ Mug thuds ]

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hi. Sorry. I probably should have texted you before just stopping by, but I just dropped off dominic and louise at a play date, and i thought maybe we could go grab a coffee.

Devon: Mm.

Abby: Or I could just leave. I can tell that you’re not in the mood. What’s wrong? Can I help?

Phyllis: Hey. Um, I’m glad I ran into you.

Tucker: Yeah? Why’s that?

Phyllis: Did you mean what you said…when you said you wanted to burn it all down?

Tucker: Deadly serious. But you blew me off when I asked the question, so deal’s off the table.

Phyllis: No. I just… I’m sorry. I cut you off too soon. I want to continue this conversation.

Tucker: Having second thoughts?

Ashley: And we’re getting ready to ship the gift boxes to the stores in time for valentine’s day.

Jack: Everything going smoothly?

Ashley: Pretty much. We have a new head of distribution. I’m just gonna keep my eye on him.

Jack: Is that really necessary?

Ashley: I don’t know. But I’m not in the mood for any surprises, so I’ll just keep a tight rein.

Jack: Well, I respect your judgment.

Ashley: Good.

Jack: You were home late last night.

Ashley: I wasn’t aware I had a curfew.

Jack: I was only saying, i was in the living room reading a book when you blew by, and you seemed pretty upset. If this is about our latest dust-up over diane, I thought maybe we —

Ashley: No. Stop right there. Not diane. Tucker.

Jack: What’s he done now?

Ashley: Um, I found out that chancellor-winters’ ipo adviser audra charles was actually feeding tucker information, presumably to take over the company.

Jack: And how did you learn about that?

Ashley: Well, I just happened to be in the right place at the right time, jack. I saw devon basically cut tucker out of his life. And I found some evidence. It looks like tucker came to genoa city to go after jabot. So, all the claims he made about wanting devon and me back in his life were just lies… like we thought. To you, it may just be an elevator.

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Phyllis: I realize I should have been more generous with my time. I mean, not necessarily to join you in some scheme you have to burn it all down. You need a reality check. You come in here. You’re throwing your money around. Your private jets. People are onto you. People here are smart.

Tucker: [ Chuckles ]

Phyllis: You’re never gonna be one of us.

Tucker: Really?

[ Clears throat ] But you’ve been here for decades, haven’t you? And from what I’ve observed, you’re still an outsider.

Phyllis: I have family here.

Tucker: Yeah. So do I. Devon, dominic. Big reason why I came back.

Phyllis: You’re not here fighting for your family. Uh, there’s also something else you should know about me. When it comes to my family, I fix what’s broken.

Tucker: From what I hear, everyone’s angry at you for taking your vendetta with diane too far.

Phyllis: Oh, who cares? I ran into a difficult patch. I’ll fix it. I always do. You’re running into your first headwind, and you’re unraveling. So, if you really care about your family, go fix it with them. Or get in your private jet and leave. Or stay…and burn all down. That’s your option.

Jack: What kind of evidence did you find?

Ashley: Um, jabot’s financial information.

Jack: Oh, geez.

Ashley: You know, the same reports that diane was supposed to get for him.

Jack: Diane said that never took place. She never passed on any intel. He confirmed it.

Ashley: I don’t care, okay? They’re both pathological liars. Let’s just leave it there.

Jack: You okay?

Ashley: I’m fine.

Jack: I can’t help but wonder if a part of you wishes you were wrong about tucker’s motives. I know the two of you have spent a lot of time together. Is it possible that in trying to win his trust, maybe he succeeded in winning back some of yours?

Ashley: I was always in control, jack. I knew what I was doing, and I still do. You are the one that’s being fooled by a manipulative ex.

Jack: And there it is — the hostility toward diane that colors your whole life.

Ashley: And you are colorblind.

Jack: [ Sighs ]

[ Sighs heavily ]

[ Door closes ]

Jack: So, have you decided exactly what you’re going to procure as your act of loyalty?

Diane: You’ll know soon enough. You can’t rush these things.

Jeremy: That sounds like a stall tactic. I’m thinking that perhaps you need a deadline to prove that you’re up to the task and able to work under pressure.

Diane: [ Scoffs ]

Jack: I can’t risk getting back in business with you if you’re not able to act swiftly and decisively.

Diane: Sounds like you’re giving me an order.

Jeremy: How astute. I am.

Diane: Jeremy, if this partnership is going to work, it needs to be a little different than last time. I can’t be left in the dark like I was for so long. This needs to be a game of equals.

Jeremy: [ Chuckles ] That is a bold request.

Diane: [ Chuckles ] Well, I’m a lot bolder than i was when we first met. And you’re in my town now, so I’m the one calling the shots. Besides, if I want to take my time to get this proof, prolong the fun, then I don’t see why you’re opposed to that. Isn’t that where the thrill lies — in the anticipation of the score?

Jeremy: You are really coming into your own. But I’m not budging. You have until tomorrow. The abcs of ckd

Kyle: I don’t like the idea that you’re fleeing with harrison to get away from my mother and whatever threat stark poses. I wish he’d never come back into her life, but the fact is, he is here and he needs to be dealt with.

Summer: Come here.

Kyle: [ Sighs ]

Summer: I love you so much, and I know that you would much rather be in paris with us. But I promise you, we are gonna video-chat you every day.

Kyle: Thank you for trying to reassure me, but part of what’s so upsetting is that you think I’m putting my mother first. I love her, and I need to help her through this latest threat, but you and harrison are my world. You know that, right?

Summer: I do. And we’re gonna get through this, just like we’ve gotten through everything else.

[ Knock on door ]

Kyle: Mm. Hold that thought.

Phyllis: I’d like to speak with summer.

Tucker: Hey.

Jack: What the hell are you doing here?

Tucker: I’m looking for ashley.

Jack: Ashley wants nothing to do with you.

Tucker: She tell you that?

Jack: In so many words. She also told me you came to town targeting jabot, conspiring with chancellor-winters’ ipo consultant to make a move on them, as well. On top of that, you’re blackmailing diane, deceiving and manipulating ashley. You’ve been a busy fellow. I’m amazed you have the nerve to show your face around here.

Abby: Thank you.

Devon: You’re very welcome.

Abby: Okay, what has you so riled up?

Devon: Um…tucker. Tucker does. I — I had someone to look into whether or not there was a connection between him and this woman that we hired to help us with the ipo named audra.

Abby: Mm-hmm.

Devon: And of course there was, dating back years. And after I confronted her and fired her, I went to tucker’s hotel suite, which you should know your mom was at.

Abby: Well, this is about you right now. Um, what happened?

Devon: I just — I went off on him and I told him what i know. But the frustrating thing is that the truth has been in front of my face this entire time if i would have just looked hard enough because we were all suspicious when tucker showed up to town. I asked him straight out if he has any interest in chancellor-winter, and he swore to me he didn’T. He said he was here to reconnect with me and to meet dominic. And I bought that. And I let him get close to our son, which I want to apologize to you for because you’ve never not been wrong about him.

Abby: No, I bought in, too, at least to the idea of dominic knowing his grandfather.

Devon: The grandfather that dominic deserves is not here anymore — ’cause neil was somebody that you could trust and you could admire. Tucker is just a sack of lies, pretending to care about his family so he can get what he wants in business. It’s — it’s sick. I look around, and I feel like my family is disappearing.

Abby: No. No.

[ Mug thuds ] Don’t say that.

Devon: Well…

Abby: You have a son, a little boy who’s on a play date right now who thinks you hung the moon. You have family that is never gonna disappear.

Nate: This candidate is bold, outside-the-box thinker who has an aggressive approach to growth and innovation.

Victoria: Well, that sounds like the perfect fit for us.

Nate: Yeah, I think so. She’s definitely the kind of visionary I’d like to have by my side here at newman media.

Victoria: Who is this woman? She sounds too good to be true.

Nate: Well, she’s new to genoa city, but she’s worked internationally and consulted for large corporations and conglomerates similar to newman.

Victoria: Huh. And her name is? You want to hire audra charles?

Victoria: I thought that audra was working with chancellor-winters on their ipo. What happened with that?

Nate: Uh, from my understanding, the ipo is on course, but audra’s work is done and she’s ready for a new challenge. She was actually ready to leave town, but I convinced her to stick around and come talk to me about the opportunity here.

Victoria: Well, I have to admit I do find the idea intriguing.

Nate: I thought it was at least worth exploring.

Victoria: Yeah. Well, I would like to meet with her, as well, if that’s alright with you. We crossed paths before, but i didn’t really get a good sense of her.

Nate: Okay. Well, let’s change that. If your next block of time is free, she’ll be here shortly.

Abby: I understand how upsetting it must be to have found out about tucker and this audra woman.

Devon: Oh, yeah. And I’ll tell you, she — she didn’t leave without getting in one last dig, too. She pointed out how, as a ceo, i was mistaken about her and nate

and tucker. And I didn’t like hearing that. That didn’t make me feel good at all. It kept me up all night thinking about how I could have misjudged so many things and how I missed so many signs and just how I let everything get as bad as it’s gotten.

Abby: Stop. Don’t blame yourself, okay? Audra is the one who’s wrong. You did question her. And you’ve been suspicious of tucker since he came to town. And nate — I mean, you knew he was spinning out and that he was unreliable. You told me all of these things.

Devon: I know.

Abby: You were right.

Devon: I know I did, but think about how long it took me to figure all this stuff out. Ultimately, I still went against my instincts, and I still let myself get swayed by other people and their agendas. That’s the real mistake. And that’s gonna stop right now.

Abby: What are you gonna do?

Devon: I will show you. Jill, this is devon. I’d like for you to give me a call back as soon as possible because I need to meet with you today. Thanks.

Phyllis: Hey, kyle, can i have a minute alone with summer?

Kyle: Normally I would say yes, but I think I should stick around, just in case.

Phyllis: In case of what?

Summer: It’s okay. Maybe you could get started packing for harrison?

Kyle: You sure?

Summer: Yeah.

[ Sighs ] What’s so important, mom?

Phyllis: Where’s harrison going that he needs luggage?

Summer: I’m taking him with me to a textile show in paris. I thought we could make a little vacation out of it.

Phyllis: Ah. You’re trying to get away from diane, aren’t you?

Summer: [ Sighs ] I wouldn’t mind putting some distance between us and the danger she’s facing, so…

Phyllis: Is kyle going with you?

Summer: He feels like he needs to stay here.

Phyllis: Hmm. Is there something going on between you and kyle?

Summer: No. Kyle and I are fine. What — what — what was it that you needed to talk to me about so urgently, mom?

Phyllis: Hey, you know what? I have a great idea. Let me go to paris with you.

Summer: You and I have been barely speaking, and now you want to crash our mother/son trip?

Phyllis: Crash? Listen, uh…I want to fix whatever’s going on between us. That’s all I want to do.

Summer: [ Scoffs ] You said that I broke your heart by not telling you the truth about diane. What’s changed?

Tucker: Okay, I’m just gonna tell you exactly what I told ashley. My interest in going after jabot — and chancellor-winters, for that matter — is old news. It was the plan that brought me to town, yes. So, you gonna judge a fellow business mogul for his ambitions?

Jack: I judge you for plotting a hostile takeover, yeah.

Tucker: Yeah, well, that all went away as soon as I started spending time with ashley. And even then, my only interest in jabot was helping her get the control that she deserves at this place.

Jack: Oh, you don’t have to concern yourself with ashley’s position in this company. She has total autonomy.

Tucker: Over the piece of the pie that you sliced for her. You undervalue her, jack. Which is why I realized what she actually needs, what she deserves is freedom, her own place to shine. So I offered her a path towards independence — her own company. Mm-hmm. She tell you that? That’s me before dawn powerwash.

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Jack: Hard to imagine ashley working alongside you after what she’s just learned. If you think that’s still a possibility, you’re deluded.

Tucker: Regardless of what ultimately happens, I know for certain she needs to get away from this place and you. It’S…

[ Scoffs ] In fact, she should have never come back from paris. She deserves so much more than being relegated to your shadow and being sidelined at a lab.

Jack: You don’t even have a right to an opinion about what is best for ashley. After all the pain you’ve put her through? I want you gone. If ashley wants to talk to you, well, she’ll let you know. In the meantime, you’re not welcome here.

Phyllis: I hate that you’re caught between kyle and diane.

Summer: Really?

Phyllis: Yeah. Really. It must be very difficult for you.

Summer: Uh…I’m not buying this.

Phyllis: You’re not buying what?

Summer: Oh, you talked to daniel, didn’t you? Oh, my god. I told him specifically not to say anything to you about our conversation.

Phyllis: Wait, what are you talking about? I don’t know what you mean.

Summer: Yes, you do. Mom, I know how stubborn you are. You wouldn’t have marched over here to confront me if nothing had changed.

Phyllis: Summer, I had a realization.

Summer: Because of what daniel told you, right? Oh, you don’t want to admit it? Fine. You know what? I’ll — I’ll call him. Let’s see what he has to say.

Phyllis: Oh, don’t call daniel. Don’t call daniel.

Nate: Audra.

Audra: Hello.

Nate: Come in. Ah. Allow me.

Audra: Thank you. Oh! Uh, I didn’t realize I was gonna be meeting with the ceo of all of newman, as well. I might have prepared a little differently.

Victoria: No, no, not at all. This is nate’s meeting. I just thought I’d sit in.

Audra: Well, I appreciate you taking the time.

Victoria: I’m actually surprised that you left chancellor-winters. I would think that you would have wanted to see the ipo through to the end.

Audra: Unfortunately, I can’t discuss any private business regarding my consulting clients. But I will say that I always see things through and would never leave an assignment prematurely.

Victoria: Well, that is very good to know. And of course, nate has spoken very highly of you, and we’re just pleased that we’re able to speak with you.

Audra: The pleasure is mine. Um, I am excited to pick your brains regarding newman media’s place in the market.

Nate: I know you haven’t had a lot of time to research the company since I just found out about your availability. So, no pressure on that front.

Audra: I did some reading. I mean, most of the night, if I’m being honest. When I dive into something, I go headfirst, all-in. So, shall we get started? I have some questions and thoughts.

Jill: I can’t believe we’re having this call again.

Devon: Oh, neither can I, jill. I assume you’ve heard about audra?

Jill: Yes. Lily told me last night.

Devon: Before we get into why and how that happened —

Jill: I’m not blaming you. This is on me. I brought that woman on board, and, believe me, I am furious at myself because the last thing we need is to be utterly humiliated in the public eye because we were conned by her. And, of course, we have to put the ipo on hold one more time so we can thoroughly check out her prep to make sure that we were not sabotaged by her. Should we have lily in on this call?

Devon: No, we don’t need to get lily on the call because i actually didn’t call to talk about the ipo.

Jill: Really? What could be more important?

Devon: I wanted to discuss our partnership in general.

Jill: Alright.

Devon: I’ve come to realize, jill, that merging chancellor and hamilton-winters has been a mistake. And I think that the idea of this epic legacy for myself and for lily and for nate has, you know, in all honesty, been a disaster.

Jill: What are you saying?

Devon: I’m saying that I want to buy back hamilton-winters. I’m jonathan lawson

Diane: Do you have a minute?

Jack: Sure. What’s up?

Diane: [ Sighs ] I saw jeremy at society this morning, and I think I’ve convinced him that I’m sincere about getting physical proof of my loyalty without giving any details.

Jack: Good.

Devon: Yes, but now the clock is ticking on the next phase of our agenda — to draw him into an illegal activity and get him arrested.

Jack: I know we all want to move this along as quickly as possible, but we have to proceed cautiously, make sure that it’s all well thought out.

Diane: It is thought out. We’re stealing something from nikki.

Jack: We don’t want to be sloppy or rush into something that could backfire.

Diane: Alright, alright, that’s good in theory, but we don’t have time. Jeremy gave me a deadline — tomorrow.

Abby: Okay, great. We’ll see you then. Bye.

Ashley: Hi!

Abby: Mom, hi! Are you here for breakfast?

Ashley: No. Actually, I want to talk to you.

Abby: Okay. Um, I think I know what this is about.

[ Chuckles ] Devon told me what happened.

Ashley: Oh.

Abby: Yeah, he said when he walked in, he saw you and tucker together?

Ashley: Yeah. I feel stupid. I think I thought because I knew he was trying to manipulate me that I — I couldn’t be manipulated.

Abby: But he still got to you?

Ashley: A little bit. He did. He got to me. Yeah. He’s good. He, uh, offered to finance my own cosmetics company that i would run.

Abby: Wait, were you actually thinking of leaving jabot?

Ashley: I don’t know. I mean, it’s a nice thought, getting away from this whole diana and jack situation. And tucker made it very appealing, but, eh…

Abby: Well, trust me — no one knows what it’s like to want to venture out on your own more than me.

Ashley: Right. I think my brain kept telling me that I shouldn’t trust tucker, but my heart just couldn’t help giving him the benefit of the doubt, you know, just a little bit.

[ Voice breaking ] A little bit.

Jill: I understand you’re not a fan of the ipo, but this is a very extreme reaction.

Devon: I disagree, jill. I think it’s actually a very logical solution to the issues we’ve been having. And I also think that there’s some truth to some of the stuff that nate said to me.

Jill: About what?

Devon: Just about how protective I am over what neil and I created and about how i don’t want anybody on the outside to influence his legacy. I certainly don’t want to lose more control. So I want hamilton-winters back. And you know that I have the money to get it.

Jill: Oh, I don’t doubt that, but I’m telling you, this is a huge mistake. What does lily have to say about it?

Devon: I haven’t said anything to lily yet because i wanted to give you the respect to tell you first. But I will say that if you or lily prevent me from getting the company back, I will not have a problem with being public about my lack of support for this ipo.

Audra: My main focus would be on growth, but with a clearly defined mission.

Nate: We’re on board with that.

Audra: Great. So, I guess my last question would be, do you think you have a strong grasp on what newman media’s long-term strategy is? Or is that something I can help define?

Nate: Another good question.

[ Chuckles ]

Audra: I hope I didn’t bombard you with too many.

Nate: Uh, no, no, not at all. From the discussions victoria and I had, I think you have similar thoughts to ours. You already seem to have a pretty good understanding of what newman media’s strong points are, as well as where we can grow and improve. As far as specifics go, I think we would come up with those together.

Victoria: I agree. I really like what you’ve brought to the table so far. And I enjoy being challenged by a fresh perspective. And I think that some of your thoughts on international media are incredible.

Audra: Those are just my preliminary thoughts. I would have a lot more ideas if I had the chance to really dig in.

Nate: Well, you have given us a lot to think about. Thank you for coming in, audra.

Audra: Yeah. Look, I know we’re all busy, so I’ll be clear. I like the company, and I like your leadership style. I’m pretty instinctive, and i know what I want, so I’ll just say it. I’d be ready to give this a shot if you’ll have me.

Jack: Stark wants you to steal something by tomorrow? That’s impossible.

Diane: Well, we have to make it possible. And to impress jeremy, whatever I take from nikki has to be of great value and hard to get. Now, I’ve been thinking about the ranch, and I’m sure that security is tight. So, what do you think? Maybe I should ask michael for help since he works for —

Jack: No, no, definitely not. That’s too risky.

Diane: [ Sighs ] You’re probably right. But it’s not like I’m an experienced thief.

Jack: I know.

Diane: [ Sighs ] I mean, should we involve nikki and — and get her help? Not that she would ever want to help me because she hates me.

Jack: I don’t think you have any chance of getting onto the ranch, so you don’t have to worry about that. And nikki can’t be involved.

Diane: So, where does that leave us?

Jack: I think I have another idea.

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Phyllis: Um, alright, listen.

[ Sighs ] Daniel may have told me a couple things that you relayed to him.

Summer: Hmm.

Phyllis: He’s upset. It’s killing him, this rift between us.

Summer: [ Scoffs ] “Rift”? Mom, that’s putting it really nicely. You’ve been blaming me for not taking your side in an untenable situation.

Phyllis: I know. I know I have. I mean, daniel got me to see that I was putting you in a horrible position, making you choose between your husband and your mother. I should never do that.

[ Chuckles ] Ever, ever. I mean, I let my animosity for diane get the best of me. I am so sorry. Summer, I am so sorry. I just didn’t realize I was doing that to you. Hey, baby, you mean the world to me. I never want to put you in a bad position. So, hey, come on. Let’s go to paris. Let’s go to paris now with harrison. How much fun, right? Or — I don’t know — you could stay. You could stay, and we could fix this.

Summer: Mom, don’t give me that look.

Phyllis: What look? What look? The look that a mother gives a daughter when, you know, she wants her to do something?

Summer: [ Scoffs ] Look, I… I’ll discuss it with kyle, but there are reasons that I want harrison out of town. So, if the situation doesn’t change, then we will be going.

Abby: Our stupid hearts, making life more complicated.

Ashley: Yeah, I’ll say. Like he said, I was with tucker in his suite, you know? Yeah. And while I was there, um, i happened to find some of jabot’s financial data stashed in his desk.

Abby: That bastard. What did he have to say for himself?

Ashley: Just more lies and more excuses, as usual.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Ashley: So, honey, needless to say, I could use a little distance, you know, from diane and tucker and even jack. He and I have been fighting so much, it’s ridiculous. I have to try to salvage that relationship somehow.

Abby: What are you saying?

Ashley: I know you’re going through a tough time, but I want you to know that I’m always here for you, 24/7. I just think it’s best if i leave genoa city, just for a while.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Jill: How dare you threaten me like this? You know if you publicly say that you don’t support the ipo, it’s gonna make chancellor look incredibly weak.

Devon: And I don’t want it to come to that, jill, but I also don’t want to keep going to work feeling the way I do, okay? That’s how important it is to get my company back.

Jill: This is all so out of the blue.

Devon: Is it really, though? ‘Cause I don’t think that anything has gone to plan for our companies since, I mean, starting at the launch party. And I don’t see things getting better. And if you and lily — if you guys want to take chancellor public, that should be your call. I shouldn’t be the one to hold you back from doing that. So, I would love if we can just end things peacefully and quickly and if you could understand where I’m coming from.

Jill: Look, I am aware that you have been having some personal conflicts lately. And I know it’s not my place to discuss them or to offer opinions, but please, please take some time and let’s revisit this.

Devon: I don’t think that time is gonna fix anything, jill. I assumed that you and lily would reconsider this ipo, especially after what just happened with audra. But you guys haven’T. So I don’t really have another choice.

Jill: I’m very sorry this is your decision. I have to discuss it with lily. But I still hope there’s a chance you’ll change your mind.

Devon: Not this time. I know what I’m doing is right, and my decision is final.

Victoria: I admire your moxie, and I’ve enjoyed our talk, but it appears that you think that you’re the one interviewing us rather than the other way around.

Audra: What can I say? I am who I am. There’s no use in hiding it because you’d find out soon enough. So, we might as well decide now if you think I’m a fit.

Victoria: Fair enough.

Audra: I’m not interested in working somewhere that doesn’t want to hear my ideas or give me the necessary support to implement them. That said, I’m very much a team player. And I think the best ideas come from open dialogue between leadership and staff.

Victoria: You took a risk. And it worked. I like your style. I have another meeting that i need to get to, so I will leave the decision up to you.

Nate: [ Clears throat ]

[ Footsteps departing ]

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ] That could have gone the other way.

Audra: Yeah. Go big or go home. Are we doing this or what?

Nate: We’re doing this.

Jack: Victor and nikki have a pied–terre in chicago. I used to go there with nikki. I know the alarm entry code, if they haven’t changed that. I also know the secret compartment where nikki keeps her prized jewelry.

Diane: [ Sighs ]

Jack: Look, I don’t know what’s there right now, but she usually keeps a few things there for when they’re in town.

Diane: Okay. Wow. That sounds like a plan. And worst-case scenario, if the building security stops me, I’ll just talk my way out of it.

Jack: No, I’m not sure about that. The security team there has been there for a very long time. They know everybody that goes in and out. That’s why maybe I should go there.

Diane: No. No. That’s not an option. I’m not going to allow you to implicate yourself like that.

Jack: Well, given stark’s deadline, we don’t really have a choice. I have a better chance of getting into the apartment than you. I know the building. The staff there knows me from years ago. I’ll get in. I’ll get out. I’ll bring a piece of nikki’s dazzling jewelry back, hand it to you, you give it to stark as if you stole it, and he’ll have what he wants — proof that you will go to great lengths to be back in with him. The deadline is looming.

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Devon: No, I appreciate you digging into this so quickly. Were you able to find out if there was a connection between audra and tucker? Okay. Hang on a second. What was the name of that llc you just said? That’s what I thought. No, that’s okay. Um, can you — can you send me this report by tonight? That’s great. Alright. Thank you very much.

[ Knock on door ]

Tucker: Alright, alright!

[ Clears throat ]

Audra: Uh, sorry. It’s just me. Hope you’re not too disappointed.

Tucker: I wasn’t expecting you at this hour.

Audra: Well, you’ve been ignoring my texts, so I had to come talk to you in person. What the hell is up with that? You know, if I did that to you, you’d be furious.

Tucker: Well, first of all, I’m in charge here of our little operation, so I can do whatever I please. And secondly, you know I have other priorities besides our business together, so I think you can take it down a notch.

Audra: Don’t try and handle me. But I think you’re gonna feel differently when you hear what I’ve been trying to tell you. Thanks in no small part to me, lily realized that she and jill could no longer be slowed down by devon. Chancellor-winters’ ipo is imminent. So, if you plan to make a move, we need to strategize.

Tucker: Okay. Thank you for the information. I’ll think about it, and I’ll be in touch.

Audra: [ Chuckling ] What? That’s it? You’re just gonna blow me off after all the work I’ve put into this? I mean, what’s happening here? Are you getting cold feet?

Tucker: Like I said, I will be in touch with you when I know how to proceed. So, if you’ll excuse me…

Audra: Why are you hustling me off? Are you expecting someone?

Tucker: Like I said, I am going to contemplate what you told me. That requires privacy. So, unless you’d like to wait in the bathroom again…

Audra: Fine. Hopefully by the time you get back to me, you’ll be in a better mood.

Tucker: Bye.

[ Door closes ]

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Audra: [ Sighs ]

Daniel: So, our number-one priority at omega sphere needs to be assembling a great tech team. I don’t want just good coders. You know, I want passion. I want people who are inspired by our mission. So, you know, don’t just be looking over résuméS. I want you to be meeting with these people face-to-face, really getting to know them, you know? And I want to — I want to build a loyal and committed team from the ground up.

Phyllis: Totally.

Daniel: ‘Cause you know, our division is only gonna be as good as the people that are in it.

Phyllis: Totally.

Daniel: And if anyone is giving you the vibes that you’re giving me right now, totally don’t hire them.

Phyllis: What vibes?

Daniel: Yeah, the vibes. No, you are lucky you already have this job. I mean, if this was an interview, it would be over by now. I mean, your lack of focus — it’s exactly what we don’t want.

Phyllis: What are you ta–

Daniel: No, we don’t want. You need to set the tone.

Phyllis: I’m setting the tone. I’m focused. I know what you want.

Daniel: Mm-hmm?

Phyllis: You want passion and loyalty and commitment. I mean, those are the things that I wanted when I was hiring. I know what you mean, okay? I get it. I’m glad you get it.

Daniel: Of course I get it.

Phyllis: Yeah. Too bad your sister doesn’t get it.

Daniel: What do you mean?

Phyllis: Your sister. She didn’t even fight to keep me at marchetti. I mean, what kind of loyalty did she show to me, her own mother?

Daniel: [ Exhales sharply ] Look, mom, I am really sorry about whatever happened with you and summer, but you need to move on. You need to move on to your new job with me. I mean, I am your boss.

[ Chuckles ]

Phyllis: I know that. Maybe my problem is I shouldn’t be working with my kids. That’s — [ Laughs ] That’s a joke.

Daniel: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, no, it’s not funny.

Phyllis: Oh.

Daniel: No. We’ve got a long road ahead, and I need you focused.

Phyllis: I’m very focused.

Daniel: Good. And, you know, maybe don’t make it so clear that I’m your second choice.

Diane: [ Sighs ] I’m having second thoughts about stealing from nikki.

Jack: Why? I thought we agreed. She is the perfect victim. No, she’s a known enemy, no one that stark would think we would be colluding with. You pull this off, you will convince him you are ready to do business with him again.

Diane: Yeah, but nikki is nikki. She’s formidable. And I — I don’t want to run the risk of re-igniting her anger towards me when she has finally backed off.

Jack: Okay. I am not thrilled with any of the risk involved in this whole thing, but given our options and, you know, and we’re talking about grand larceny, nikki is a suitable target. Look, she — I will explain things to her later. I will try to smooth things over.

Ashley: Oh, just what I love to see when I walk in the room, the two of you conspiring together. I don’t even want to know what the details are, but if you think you’re gonna smooth something over with me, you’re dead wrong.

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Jack: Diane and I were just discussing her safety now that you and your co-conspirators have put her in jeopardy.

Ashley: Okay, just save it, please. I don’t want to have this conversation again. Why is she here? Why? All the time.

Jack: You are being extremely rude right now. You were right about one thing. This is our house. Diane is my guest. She came here to hear my concerns about her safety, which you put at risk.

Ashley: Oh, god.

Diane: I don’t want to create problems between the two of you.

Ashley: [ Laughs ] Sure you don’T.

[ Door opens ]

Diane: [ Sighs ]

[ Door closes ]

Phyllis: You’re right. You’re right, okay? Listen, I didn’t mean to get into the summer thing. I apologize. I am so excited to work with you. I am so excited to be part of this new venture of yours. So, let’s go, alright?

Daniel: I hope you mean that.

Phyllis: I do. I do mean it. Really. I am — I’m so excited to be in charge of the tech team at omega sphere.

Daniel: Good. No. Good, good. Great.

Phyllis: Okay.

Daniel: Well, let’s — let’s go get that talent then.

Phyllis: Alright. Good.

Daniel: Did you get any good candidates from the résumés i sent over, uh, anyone in there that you’re just dying to meet?

Phyllis: Mnh. I — I’ll — I’ll look at the résumés, okay? Sorry. I’m — daniel, please believe in me. I’m gonna put together the best tech team ever. Really. I promise you. And I’m not gonna let you down the way that summer let me down.

Daniel: Oh, my god. Ugh.

[ Laughs ] See? You were on point there for a minute, and now you’re just gone again.

Phyllis: Okay. I’m sorry. I’m just tired. That’s all. I’m just so tired. And this is nothing that a good night’s sleep won’t fix, okay? So, can we just circle back in the morning?

Daniel: Yeah. Yes. That’s fine. But, you know, is this — is this really — is this really — you know, are you exhausted? Are you tired? But —

Phyllis: Yeah.

Daniel: Or is it summer?

Phyllis: I think my feelings are just hurt because… she chose diane over me. That’s all.

Devon: Hey.

Lily: Hey.

Devon: Thank you for meeting me in person.

Lily: Yeah, no, it’s fine. I was actually already here. I didn’t really want to go home.

Devon: Why not? Is billy not there?

Lily: Well, I mean, it doesn’t really matter. Even when he is there, I feel alone.

Devon: What makes you say that? What’s going on with you guys?

Lily: Um, I don’t really want to talk about it. Um, what’s going on? Why did you want to meet here in person?

Devon: Well, I will tell you.

Audra: Hi.

Devon: Hello.

Lily: Hi. Um, is this about the ipo? ‘Cause I told you it’s happening.

Devon: It is. It’s absolutely about the ipo and how risky it is, given some new information that’s come to light.

Audra: I’ve done all the due diligence. Everything’s in order. I-I saw to every detail. So we’re in the clear from any threat from nate.

Devon: Well, guess what. I’m not worried about nate anymore. I’m worried about a completely different threat.

Lily: What are you talking about?

Devon: We have a new traitor at the company.

[ Pounding on door ]

Tucker: [ Sighs ] Popular guy.

[ Sniffs ] Ahh. Now, this is a welcome surprise.

Ashley: I am so sorry to show up unannounced.

Tucker: Well, come in.

Ashley: But, honestly, I felt like I had no place else to go. I mean, really. I mean, diane is always at my house, morning, noon, and night.

Tucker: Well, you’ve come to the right place. I had a feeling I should keep my schedule open tonight.

Ashley: Oh, yeah?

Tucker: Yeah.

Ashley: You had one of your mystical vibes that I was gonna barge in with a bottle of wine?

Tucker: Yeah. You’ve been on my mind, of course, so I think I manifested this.

Ashley: Oh, great. Listen. You know what? Diane has infected my entire family like a virus. It’s unbelievable. All the things that she’s done to jack, she’s also managed to turn my brother into a sucker. Were you aware that she’s working at a division in jabot? Did you know that? And not just that, but she’s at my house constantly, so there’s no escaping her. Diane is everywhere, and every day I wake up in a new, fresh diane hell. There’s diane again! There’s diane again!

[ Sighs ]

Tucker: Yes. I’m sorry.

[ Laughs ] I… I’m sorry that you’re so upset. But I just have to tell you, for me, this is heavenly.

One role of a lifetime…

one sore throat.

Diane: I feel terrible about this rift I’ve caused between you and ashley.

Jack: No, no.

Diane: It’s totally my fault.

Jack: I’m not gonna have you blaming yourself. Ashley is being unreasonable, and I’m not gonna stand for it.

Diane: Well, thank you for defending me.

Jack: I am just stating the facts. However, she did manage to interrupt our conversation.

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: And maybe it is better we drop the subject of stark for the time being. I don’t want anybody walking in and overhearing us. And, besides, it’s getting kind of late.

Diane: Yeah, that’s probably for the best, and, um, I should be going. But before I do, um, there’s something else I’d like to discuss if you have a minute.

Jack: Sure. What’s on your mind?

Diane: I think we should talk about the desire I have to kiss you again.

Lily: Sorry. Who do you think is a traitor?

Devon: Well, earlier today i was tipped off that our lovely audra here has been in direct contact with tucker, in the past and recently.

Lily: Wait. How do you know this?

Devon: My first clue was that they both have the exact same text tone for each other.

Audra: Tons of people have alerts on their phone for calls from certain people.

Devon: Right, yeah, but yours is pretty distinctive. And it concerned me enough to wonder, why is the person who is spearheading our ipo contacting my dad, the person who i originally thought was going after the company? So, I had someone look into it, and it turns out that audra’s business degree was pretty damn expensive and she racked up quite a bit of debt.

Audra: Like most grad students do.

Devon: Yeah.

Audra: Mbas are not cheap, and i was not born into money.

Devon: Well, you must have been just thrilled when all of your debt was paid off in one lump sum by an llc.

Audra: It was paid by a company I worked for, as a bonus.

Devon: Mm.

Audra: As far as I’m concerned, I earned that money.

Devon: I’m sure you did. The company had a really unique name. Do you remember it?

Audra: No, I don’t remember.

Devon: You don’t? The company that paid for your future? It was called only eyes for you.

Audra: Okay. I —

Devon: Well, that just so happens to be the name of the very first song that tucker ever produced.

Audra: Hmm. I had no idea.

Devon: And the fact that the name of the company and the name of the song are exactly the same is just a little too much of a coincidence not to mean something, and that something is pretty damn clear to me. Tucker paid for your student loans, and then both of you showed up in town at the exact same time. So, why don’t you tell us — what should we make of that?

Lily: Have you been working with tucker all along?

Ashley: You find my angst heavenly?

Tucker: [ Laughs ]

Ashley: I hope you don’t mean that the way it sounds. Otherwise, I’m gonna have to put you on my enemy list.

Tucker: Yeah. I got it.

Ashley: Thank you.

Tucker: No, like I said, I’m sorry you’re so upset, but this is the ashley that I remember so well — calm, cool, and collected one moment and then wild and fiery the next.

Ashley: Huh. Well, um, I’m glad that you find my torment humorous.

Tucker: No, don’t get me wrong. I’m — I’m sympathizing with you. You’re in an untenable situation with jack and diane. But, uh, this situation has seemed to awaken something in you that I love — your spark.

Ashley: Mm. It’s more than just a spark, though. It’s more like a wildfire.

Tucker: Mm. Of anger or excitement?

Ashley: Little bit of both.

Tucker: Mm-hmm. Yeah. And you know what else I love? You come here and you feel comfortable with me, you let your guard down and you allow yourself to be real and messy and complicated. There’s nothing sexier to me.

Ashley: Really?

Tucker: Mnh-mnh.

[ Glass thuds ]

Ashley: What are you gonna do about it?

[ Glass thuds ]

Tucker: That depends on you. Somedays, you just need it.

Ashley: [ Laughs ]

Tucker: Ah, there it is.

Ashley: Hmm?

Tucker: That was fire. That’s what I remember and missed so much. Don’t tell me you don’T.

Ashley: That would be showing my hand.

Tucker: Ah, I think you already did.

Ashley: Mm, don’t be so sure.

Tucker: You see it, though, right? That together we’re stronger than whatever kept us apart.

Ashley: I love this. I hate this.

Tucker: [ Chuckles ]

Ashley: I hate that I love this.

Tucker: But you love it the most, right?

Ashley: You do realize that this is just a smaller part of a bigger picture. There’s no evidence that we actually work.

Tucker: Well, maybe we should continue to test my hypothesis.

Ashley: Do you understand that I’m an actual scientist? And you can’t talk me into anything by misusing, you know, scientific terminology. It won’t work with me.

Tucker: Are you saying you’re smarter than me?

Ashley: Yes.

Tucker: Congratulations.

Ashley: And I’m too smart to fall for you again.

Tucker: [ Laughing ] Oh, really?

Ashley: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: And yet here you are. What do you know? So I guess being with me is a smart choice.

Ashley: Mm. Um, you know, what happened here isn’t an indication of where our relationship is headed, though.

Tucker: Oh, god. Okay. I should have just kept my mouth shut…

Ashley: Sorry.

Tucker: …And enjoyed the moment.

[ Clears throat ] I’ll leave you, uh, a little space and go take a shower. You’ll be here when I’m done?

Ashley: Do you mind? I’m kind of enjoying the fact that diane’s not here. She’s not here, is she?

[ Both laugh ]

Tucker: Probably is. No, I’m enjoying it, too. Not that I’m reveling in your misery for my benefit.

Ashley: That’s okay. I’ll allow it this one time.

Tucker: And you can stay as long as you want. You know, I can clear some space in the closet. Right. [ Clicks tongue ] Don’t push it.

Ashley: Mnh-mnh.

Tucker: Hey —

Ashley: Wow!

Tucker: What?

Ashley: You are capable of listening. That’s — that’s good to know about you.

Tucker: Order some room service, some late-night snacks?

Ashley: Okay.

Daniel: [ Chuckles ] I can’t believe I’m telling you this.

Phyllis: [ Clears throat ]

Daniel: Summer does blame diane, alright? She hates the danger that she’s brought into all with our lives. She doesn’t trust her. She doesn’t think it’s fair that everyone’s trying to protect her and that you’re being vilified. Look, her eyes are very much open to diane’s manipulations.

Phyllis: Then why is she making the choices she’s making?

Daniel: Because she feels this immense pressure to make nice with kyle.

Phyllis: Uh, if this is true and she told you this, well, why is she making these choices? I mean, why doesn’t she have my back? Why is she not sticking up for me?

Daniel: I think it’s just a case where you need to get out of your own head. You need to try and see this from summer’s point of view. I mean, she’s stuck between her husband and her mother. She feels like she has to be civil to diane, you know, for harrison’s sake. But she needs you. She needs your support right now. So just — I don’t know — give her a break already. Be the bigger person before whatever this is between the two of you spirals even further.

Audra: Yes, I do know tucker from my time in london, okay? But that has nothing to do with the work I’ve done at chancellor-winters.

Devon: Mm. Can you prove that at all?

Audra: I have prepared the company well for the ipo. And jill still wants to move forward with it, so it makes no sense to let the fact that i have ties to tucker disrupt the momentum. If we pause, it will get around, make us look unstable. Do we really want another embarrassing disruption so close to the announcement? Tucker poses no threat to you. Neither do I.

Lily: Why would we believe anything that you say?

[ Scoffs ] Oh, my god. I can’t deal with this right now. You’re fired. You’re fired! Have security escort her out of the building.

Audra: I’ll go… if you feel the same way.

Devon: [ Chuckles ]

Ashley: Ashley abbott beauty incorporated?

[ Folders rustling ] Jabot. Bingo. Jabot comps, evaluations. All the reports. He was targeting us. He was definitely —

Tucker: I doubt there’s anything in there you don’t already know. Who says you can’t go for bold

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Devon: So, you want to make your case for staying on board? Be my guest.

Audra: I can still be an asset to you.

Devon: Mm. How?

Audra: I know some things about tucker’s business and his goals, especially regarding you.

Devon: What kind of goals does my father have for me?

Audra: Let’s just say you weren’t wrong to think that he came in town with an interest in chancellor-winters.

Devon: Well, I mean, hell, i figured that out myself. Is this your plan? To betray his trust to win me over? ‘Cause how would I ever know what side you’re on?

Audra: It would be stupid for me to try and play both sides at this point.

Devon: Right. So, I’m just supposed to trust you then?

Audra: You don’t have to trust me. If I continue to work here, i assume I would have eyes on me at all times.

Devon: Yeah, you assume right. So, what’s your point?

Audra: That I already know a lot about this company. And I’m the kind of person you want on your side rather than your competition.

Devon: Really? So, you’re threatening me now? Well, let me remind you that you signed an nda when you started working here. So if you say anything to anyone about this company, you will be in court by the end of the day, with a lawsuit that will drag out for a very long time. And you’ll probably have to ask my dad for some more money.

Audra: I’m getting the sense this is the end of our working relationship.

Devon: I’m getting that sense, too. How about you get your things and you leave this building quietly so I don’t have to call security? Your services are no longer needed.

Audra: It’s your loss. You know, but I will say this. You’re not a very good judge of character, are you? You keep letting foxes into the henhouse — you know, your cousin, your father, and now me? You’ve been played a lot. Hmm. It makes me wonder how you’ve made it as far as you have.

Jack: You’re uncomfortable with things getting physical between us and you — you want it to stop?

Diane: No. No, not at all.

Jack: Then what did you want to discuss?

Diane: [ Sighs ] I want you to know that my feelings for you aren’t a holdover from the past or gratitude because of how wonderful you’ve been to me since I’ve come back to town. What I’m feeling is — is different. And I’m different. And for the first time in my life, I — I feel something that’s based on real friendship and not because I believe I need a man to take care of me.

Jack: That’s all good to know. But why are you telling me this now?

Diane: Because I’m just worried that it’s another problem with our plan. I mean, how can I even pretend to tolerate stark when I care so much about you?

Phyllis: Daniel, of course i want to be there for summer. Are you kidding me? Of course. I’m just trying to protect her. That’s all I’ve been trying to do. I just don’t understand why she told you this information instead of me.

Daniel: Well, it doesn’t matter. Now you know. And you cannot tell her that i told you any of this. I’m serious. You cannot tell her. And I know this is gonna be hard for you, but be subtle. Maybe apologize. Tell her that you were wrong to judge her so harshly and — i don’t know — let her know that you see, like, what a tough spot that she was put in. Just empathize with her.

Phyllis: [ Sighs ] Ah. Interesting. Who’s distracted now?

Daniel: Um…I don’t know what you mean.

[ Clears throat ]

Phyllis: Don’t you?

Daniel: Mnh-mnh.

Phyllis: Huh. Uh, okay. Well, hey, listen. Thank you for telling me that. I’m gonna go find summer and talk to her.

Daniel: Good.

Phyllis: Yeah.

Daniel: Hey, I’m serious. No ratting me out.

Phyllis: [ Chuckles ]

Daniel: Hey. Are you alright?

Lily: Hey. Yeah.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. No, I’m fine. I just, um, found out about another work crisis that I did not see coming.

Daniel: It’s not something that’s gonna affect omega sphere, is it?

Ashley: So, why do you have jabot’s financials?

Tucker: Uh [Clears throat] It was exploratory. It was a way of making a connection with you before i decided to move back to town. You know I told you I asked diane to get her hands on them for me.

Ashley: Those came from her?

Tucker: Mm. But I, uh — I changed my mind about going after jabot since spending some time with you. I want our connection to be untainted. But, uh, that information did help me devise the alternate idea for the two of us. Do you see what you’re capable of? You have such sway over me. You have completely altered my agenda.

Ashley: Right.

Tucker: Hey. Do you not — hey, look at me. After what just happened, are you gonna tell me you don’t feel the power between us? I mean, you can goad me and play hard to get all you like. I know you know what’s happening between us is real.

[ Pounding on door ]

Devon: Tucker, open the door. Having diabetes can raise a lot of questions.

Lily: No, no, no, no. There is nothing for you to worry about. We are all behind omega sphere.

Daniel: Um, look, I don’t mean to make this all about me.

Lily: No.

Daniel: Do you want to talk about whatever the problem is?

Lily: I don’t, um — I don’t really want to talk about it.

Daniel: Okay. Sure. Um, probably want to get home and get some rest, right?

Lily: Well, I probably should do that, but I feel like if I go home, I’m just gonna… you know what? Why don’t we just sit here and talk about things that don’t matter?

[ Chuckles ]

Daniel: I’m in.

Lily: Okay. [ Chuckles ]

Jack: Are you sure you’re not using stark as an excuse to maybe find out what’s going on between us?

Diane: I promise you that wasn’t my intention. But maybe you’re right. Maybe we should talk about it. I mean, given the stakes of what we’re dealing with, it might be a good idea for us to clarify how we’re feeling — or, actually, for you to tell me how you feel because I’ve already told you how I feel.

Jack: Okay, stop, stop. Stop talking. I care a lot about you. Of course I do. You have to know that.

Nate: Audra. Hey.

Audra: What a lovely surprise. Um, and perfect timing.

[ Clears throat ] I’m here to celebrate. Would you like to join me?

Nate: Of course. Who am I to turn down an offer like that? And I’d love to hear this good news.

Audra: Ah, then it calls for a toast.

Nate: Okay. Excuse me. What are you having?

Audra: A vodka tonic.

Nate: And another scotch. On my tab, please. So, what are we celebrating?

Audra: Um, I’ve moved on from chancellor-winters.

Nate: Really? How’s that possible? They haven’t gone public yet.

Audra: Yeah, everything is in order, and they don’t need me for what comes next. So it’s off to my next adventure.

Nate: Ah. Does that mean you’re leaving genoa city?

Audra: Yeah. I mean, that’s the plan. I’m the kind of person that needs a challenge to keep me engaged.

Nate: I get it. I’m the same way. You know, if you’d ever consider sticking around, I might have just the opportunity for someone like you.

Audra: Really? I’m intrigued.

Tucker: Hey. What’s going on? You okay?

Ashley: Hi.

Tucker: Hi, ashley. I apologize for this.

[ Door closes ] It’s over, tucker.

Tucker: What’s over?

Devon: You and me, whatever relationship you think we have. It’s done. I know about your collusion with audra, and I know that you’re using her to try and scoop up controlling interest of the company after we take it public.

Tucker: If that were the case, why would I encourage you to trust your instincts that the ipo was a bad idea?

Devon: I don’t know. Maybe you were trying to throw me off track. I bet it was tough for you not to laugh, though, every time i talked about nate betraying us since he and victoria were just doing you a favor by distracting us and opening up a clear path for you and audra to screw over chancellor-winters.

Tucker: I don’t know what went down between you and audra.

Devon: You don’t know? You haven’t talked to her today yet? You should check your messages ’cause she’s been fired, meaning she no longer has access to anything chancellor-winters, which means that you no longer have access to it — or to me or to my son.

Tucker: [ Chuckles ] Whatever you think is going on here, you’re wrong about it.

Devon: Mm.

Tucker: Because I’ve never had any ill intentions towards you or your company. My only interest in your business is helping you.

Devon: Is that right?

Tucker: Yeah. And supporting you.

Devon: Okay. If that were the truth, then why did you come to town claiming that you wanted to connect with me and your grandson when you were really just using that relationship so you can stick a damn plant in my company to try and take it over? In my family’s company, the only real family I’ve ever had in my life, half thanks to you ’cause you never been there for me. And you obviously never will be.

Tucker: Uh…devon, let me explain something to you.

Devon: I don’t want to hear anything you have to say to me because I’m not gonna believe a word of it. Your talk is B.S. It’s B.S. On top of B.S. I don’t even know how you keep it all together in your head. And I really don’t know how I or anyone else believed your story about discovering yourself and the meaning of life ’cause the only meaning you ever find in anything is your own self-interest and greed. Because you will clearly — you’ll sacrifice your family to get your hands on the next shiny thing that you want.

Tucker: Hey, you are misunderstanding the circumstances, and you’re getting dangerously close to crossing the line with me.

Devon: And what the hell is that supposed to mean? There’s a line now that I’m getting close to crossing? You know something, tucker? You should leave genoa city tonight ’cause I’m gonna make it my mission to make for sure there’s no one left in this town who will ever defend you for the rest of your life.

[ Door slams ] If you have copd, ask your doctor about breztri.

Tucker: I’m sorry you had to hear that. You have to know that what he was accusing me of is just not true.

Ashley: Yeah, well, you know, I never trusted you anyway, so you couldn’t really sink any lower in my book.

Tucker: What are you talking about?

Ashley: Oh, well, all this — you know, all of this was just, um… you know, it was just an act so that I could get to the truth, you know? And because I was lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time…

Tucker: Okay —

Ashley: …Mission accomplished, you know? So…

Tucker: Hold on.

Ashley: Bye, tucker.

Tucker: Wait a minute, ashley.

[ Door slams ]

Diane: [ Chuckles ] Well, that’s my cue to go to my hotel…alone.

Jack: I wasn’t suggesting otherwise.

Diane: That’s too bad.

Jack: I could, uh, give you a ride maybe.

Diane: Oh, no, I’m — I’m fine. I have my car.

Jack: Hey, I know we’re facing some serious challenges here. We’ll handle this together.

Audra: So, what kind of opportunity are you proposing?

Nate: I’m looking for a coo for newman media.

Audra: Hmm. Interesting.

Nate: If you really think so, you should throw your hat in the ring. I can’t promise you anything, but I believe you’d be a great candidate for this position.

Audra: I don’t disagree.

Nate: It would dovetail with your skill set while offering you a change from what you’ve been doing. And if it all works out, we’ll have plenty more to drink to.

Audra: Who am I to say no to that?

[ Laughs ]

Nate: Yeah?

Audra: Consider my hat tossed.

Tucker: [ Groans ] You look how I feel.

Phyllis: How do I look? How do you feel?

Tucker: So, you ready yet?

Phyllis: For what?

Tucker: Burn it all down.

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Billy: It’s chilly.

Lily: Yeah. Yeah. Looks like it might snow.

Billy: Do you want to get to something to eat?

Lily: Um… I’m not really hungry.

Billy: [ Sighs ] Maybe we’ll just start with a drink, huh? What do you think?

Lily: That was really hard.

Billy: Yeah. Yeah, I did not expect our first therapy session to be that bad.

Lily: I think maybe going out tonight was a mistake.

Billy: It’s just dinner.

Lily: Yeah, well, we can’t just sit here and pretend like we didn’t have our first therapy session and it was brutal.

[ Knock on door ]

Nick: Sally? It’s me. You okay?

Sally: Yeah. Yeah, I’ll be right there.

[ Sighs ]

Nick: There you are. Glad you answered. Thought maybe you were ghosting me. I just couldn’t figure out why. That harri

Summer: I’m happy to report that harrison has settled in with a movie. Even though he has seen it a million times, it still somehow captivates him.

Kyle: Glad he’s content, because I’m not, after that bomb dropped on me at the office.

Summer: Look, I know that my timing wasn’t great. I totally forgot that you had that big meeting scheduled. I didn’t realize that you’d have to go before we could finish our conversation.

Kyle: Well, meeting’s over now, so we can pick back up right where we left off. Let’s talk about this plan of yours. Do you really want to take our son out of the country?

Sharon: Hey, jack. Jack, hello?

Jack: Oh, I’m sorry. I’m just distracted. I’m sorry.

Sharon: Oh, well, I hope everything’s okay. Do you need anything?

Jack: No. You know what? It’s nothing worth getting into. I just… I’m worried about a friend.

Sharon: Okay, well, you looked a little upset, and, by the look on your face, I can tell it’s about somebody very close to you.

Jeremy: Diane, you look lovely. Reminds me how chic you used to look every time we used to go out.

Diane: Charming as ever. You always knew just what to say to make me feel beautiful.

Jeremy: Just stating the obvious. Sit.

Diane: Oh, and thoughtful, too. I see you’ve already ordered my favorite champagne.

Jeremy: Only the best for you.

Diane: Well, I’m hoping this means we have something to celebrate.

Jeremy: Let’s see where the evening takes us.

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Chance: Hey.

Sharon: Oh, hey.

Chance: What’s going on?

Sharon: Well, you caught me. I was hoping if I stared at my phone long enough, I could will it to ring.

Chance: Well, I gather that hasn’t worked yet.

Sharon: Not yet. Mariah and tessa are meeting with the birth mother of a baby they’re hoping to adopt, and I’m just dying to know how it’s going.

Chance: Wow, that’s huge that they’re this far in the process.

Sharon: Yeah, it’s really exciting. But I’m trying to stay cautious and not get my hopes up too much. I realize that a lot of different things could happen that would change the outcome, but if it’s meant to be, is meant to be, right?

Chance: I’ve been telling myself that a lot lately.

Sharon: How about you? How are you doing?

Chance: Oh, you know how it is. Crime doesn’t sleep. Wrap up a case, and another one rears its ugly head.

Sharon: Well, I wasn’t talking about your work. I was talking about you.

Summer: You said that like you think that I plan on permanently leaving the country, moving back to milan with harrison. No, I’m just talking about a short trip to the textile show in paris.

Kyle: No, it’s pretty obvious this is more than just a business jaunt. Otherwise, you wouldn’t be planning on taking harrison.

Summer: Yeah, with everything going on, I’d like for our son to be far away from any potential danger.

Kyle: Hey, hey, I know you don’t love the way my mother’s chaos with stark has taken over our lives, but I hope you realize everything we’re doing right now is necessary given the circumstances.

Summer: No, kyle, I really don’T. It seems like, every day, things are just spinning further and further out of control, and we’re getting dug in deeper. A new plot, a new plan. What’s next?

Jeremy: I am certainly impressed that you chose this spot to meet. It reminds me of that club in ibiza.

Diane: I remember it well. I think I had more than the usual amount of cash hidden in my luggage for that trip.

Jeremy: I was fond of that very profitable excursion. I mean, the dance music, the 24-hour party scene.

Diane: It was wild.

Jeremy: But if I were to accept your proposition, reuniting and using our particular skill set, we couldn’t go back to our old method of doing business together, and certainly not through our favorite party spots. And the feds would be on us the minute we stepped on a private plane headed out of the country.

Diane: Well, you’re probably right, but between the two of us, we’re pretty clever. I’m sure we could put our heads together and come up with the perfect plan.

Jeremy: We do make a terrific team. Maybe we could travel separately. Then you can go alone and make the transactions. Since you don’t have any parole officers tracking you.

Diane: Or maybe we don’t have to leave the country at all. That would certainly eliminate some of the risks for you. I mean, there are plenty of opportunities right here in genoa city.

Jeremy: Mm. I like the way you’re thinking.

Diane: Good. So if we’re going to stay here, we need to decide on a new target. I have a few ideas of my own.

Jeremy: As do I. Take this spot. This would be the perfect money-laundering venue. And then we wouldn’t raise suspicions of us leaving the country. I could definitely see myself having a piece of this place. Huh.

Sally: Believe me, ghosting you is the last thing on my mind.

Nick: What’s that?

Sally: What?

Nick: What you just threw away.

Sally: Oh, those are just drafts of the pitch that chloe and I are working on for jill and chancellor-winters.

Nick: Why don’t you let me take a look at it. I know jill very well. I might be able to give you some insight on how to win her over.

Sally: Uh, no, no. Really, the drafts are not worth looking at, but I might take you up on your offer once we figure everything out. Did you really think that I was trying to blow you off?

Nick: Nah, I wouldn’t be here if I did. I was just thinking about you. A lot. I was just wondering how you’re doing. I’m hoping the stomach bug didn’t come back to bite you. Are you still feeling better?

Sally: Yeah. Yep, I’m fine.

Nick: You sure? A healthier heartcould

Billy: You know, I got to be honest. I did not expect our first therapy session to go the way that it — that it did.

Lily: Well, how did you think it was going to go?

Billy: I — I don’t know. I guess it was — I just thought it would be a little bit more conversational, you know, like, “how long have you been together?” “Where did you meet?” “Do you have friends in common?” But the guy was just — he was hard and… I mean, he didn’t even chuckle when I tried to lighten the mood with a joke.

Lily: I know. He didn’t even give a polite smile.

[ Sniffles ]

Billy: You know, maybe — maybe we need a new therapist. We can try somebody different.

Lily: Well, did you disagree with anything that he said?

Billy: No. Unfortunately, he was on point.

Lily: Right, so would you want someone to sugarcoat things and lie to us?

Billy: [ Sighs ] No, I think brutally honest is the way to go.

[ Sighs ] I think I’m just trying to process this.

Lily: Yeah. Me, too. I think, though, that a lot of what we talked about, we kind of already knew. You know, we’ve been going in opposite directions for a while now.

Billy: Yeah, some of the questions that he asked and the way that we answered them…

Lily: I know. It’s like we have so little common ground that we were destined to end up like this.

Chance: There are far more interesting things to talk about than me. Trust me.

Sharon: Look, I know you’ve been going through a rough time. I genuinely want to know how you’re doing through all of it.

Chance: Yeah, alright. Um… well, honestly, life’s just kind of weird right now. You know, all of a sudden, I feel like I have to establish new habits. You know, like, even little things that used to get the day started are different. I mean, the — the anticipation of seeing dom in the morning, that used to give me an bed.

Sharon: I understand exactly how you feel. I felt the same way when rey died and my daughter moved out. You know, with faith away at college, I realized how long it’s been since I’ve had dinner alone. Now it’s almost every night.

Chance: That’s exactly what I’m talking about. I mean, it’s little things like that that just hits home a little harder, right? I mean, suddenly I’ll look up and it’s late, and I haven’t eaten because dinner’s just about food now. Used to be about family time, you know, talking over our days, going over dom’s latest achievements, getting him fed before bedtime.

Sharon: Yeah, the joys of family, right? Hey, I have an idea.

Summer: Let’s face it, there’s no guarantee that this is going to get rid of stark. Bribes and threats were not enough to send him packing. Your mom’s fake disappearance didn’t fool him into walking away. So what makes you so sure that this is going to be the end?

Kyle: Because she knows him very well. She knows how to handle him.

Summer: And what happens when stark figures out that diane is setting him up to take the fall? What happens when he feels trapped or provoked? Kyle, this is serious.

Kyle: She is risking her own safety for all of us.

Summer: It’s not just her own safety she’s risking.

Kyle: Just believe me, summer. I would never, ever let danger come anywhere close to you or harrison. I hope you know me better than that.

Jack: [ Sighs ]

Diane: You need to look elsewhere for a base of operations. This club would not be a good fit.

Jeremy: [ Scoffs ] Whatever happened to living life on the edge? Huh? Thought you missed it. Don’t tell me you’re getting cold feet before I even agree to join forces with you.

Diane: No, no, I’m just — I’m just looking out for you. This club is owned by noah newman, as in victor newman’s grandson. And the space is leased from the owners of the grand phoenix, chancellor-winters, which is owned by two more power families in this town. Just trust me. Trust me, you don’t want to cross them.

Jeremy: Sounds like you’re making excuses.

Diane: [ Sighs ] No, but as your former and hopefully soon-to-be accomplice, you need to listen to me. I know this town and the people in it better than most. And I remember that you like stirring up all kinds of trouble, but this is one headache you don’t need.

Jeremy: Okay. I’ll take your lead on this one.

Diane: I will say, I am encouraged by your current train of thought. You know, it sounds like you’re coming up with a new way to do your business, making plans, and hopefully accepting my offer. It would be nice to officially be on the same side with you.

Jeremy: Not so fast. You still have to pass my loyalty test. Only daisy cottage cheese will do

Sally: Yeah, my stomach issues must’ve just been something that I ate ’cause i am back in full fighting mode now, and if I seem a little off at all, it must just be this proposal that I’m struggling with.

Nick: Okay, well, I won’t be pushy and try to help again, but may I offer an alternate suggestion?

Sally: Like what?

Nick: When I’m at work and I hit a roadblock, I think the best thing I can do is actually take a break, go outside, clear my head. Then when I get right back to it, all the ideas just start flowing, and it may work for you. So what do you say we go get some dinner?

Sally: Well, I am starving, but, I don’t know, I feel like if I keep working, I can figure out this pitch.

Nick: Okay. How about some takeout, then?

Sally: I would like that very much.

Nick: I’ll be back.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Sally: [ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

Kyle: Just tell me what I can do to help you feel more comfortable.

Summer: I don’t think that there’s anything that will help except for leaving. It just feels like it’s one conflict after another, and there’s no end in sight. I just — I need some relief. For me and for harrison.

Kyle: We have all taken pains to make sure harrison has no idea what’s going on.

Summer: I know that nobody’s told him about the impending danger, but he’s smart. He can tell that there’s been a change in our attitudes, that we’re on guard all the time.

Kyle: And a sudden trip to france won’t seem odd to him?

Summer: Look, I will do everything to put him at ease. I’m going to make this seem like a fun, new adventure. He’s just in preschool. He can miss a few days. It’s not a big deal. And you know what? I’ll bring the nanny along. It’ll help to make things seem more normal. I promise you, I will stay on top of business, and maybe I’ll even get more done without being constantly distracted by all of this craziness.

[ Sighs ]

Kyle: All good points. I hear you. I really do. And, to be honest, I’m scared, too.

Summer: Then come with us. Me, you, and harrison. Let’s go to paris, the three of us.

Kyle: I can’t leave my mom. Not now. And my fear is different than yours. It’s not about any potential danger to you or harrison. What scares me the most is this situation is starting to come between us, and that’s not something I can bear.

Diane: Why would I turn on you if I’m willing to launder money for you?

Jeremy: Well, the point is, I won’t be played for a sucker, especially from you. I just don’t feel I can trust you…yet.

Diane: Well, I don’t see why not.

Jeremy: Well, you disappeared from me once. Who says you won’t do it again?

Diane: I told you, I ran on impulse, and then I thought about it, and I came back, totally knowing that you would be waiting for me.

Jeremy: I don’t even know where you’re staying now. Are you settled comfortably at the abbott estate?

Diane: No, no, no. Jack has had it with me. I was renting an apartment, but now I’m back at our hotel.

Jeremy: Hm, we’re neighbors.

Diane: Yeah.

Jeremy: Perhaps it’d be more cost-effective if we shared a suite.

Diane: [ Chuckles ] Jeremy, we are going to make so much money with our new partnership that you will rebuild your fortune and then some.

Jeremy: Hm. I don’t remember you being quite so confident during our previous alliance.

Diane: Well, that’s because I was constantly living in fear that my true identity would be exposed.

Jeremy: Now you have nothing to hide except for the criminal enterprise you’re preparing to launch.

Diane: Precisely. And as for this test, I really don’t see why I need to at this point. Just so you know, jack told kyle all about the fight that we had in front of you.

Jeremy: You can’t be surprised by that. I mean, you had to know that he was going to make your son fully aware of your latest betrayal.

Diane: Well, now I’ve officially put my relationship with my family on the line for you. They are furious at me for getting back with you.

Jeremy: Yeah, well, I don’t doubt that you’ll be able to win them over again.

Diane: Well, that’s easy for you to say.

Jeremy: Look, I have to look out for myself, given I’m the one with the criminal record that just got out of prison. So I would be the one that would be risking the most if I got back in the game. So any partnership I make with you would definitely require an act of loyalty on your part.

Diane: Alright. I’m up for the challenge. What exactly do you have in mind?

Jeremy: Something outrageous and dangerous, something that would prove that you would go to the limit for me…and then some. (Dog barking) we love our pets.

Diane: I see. You want me to compromise myself, prove that I have some skin in the game.

Jeremy: It’s only fair, no? I’m only looking for a goodwill offering, something that would land you in the same unpleasant place I just came from.

Diane: Ideally not, though.

Jeremy: Of course not. You’d be no use to me locked up.

Diane: Nor you to me.

Jeremy: I know you. I know you can get away with anything. I mean, you got away with your own murder. That conniving survivor is still in you, deep in your soul.

Diane: [ Chuckles ] You know me so well.

Jeremy: You said you wanted to live life on the edge. Well, this is your chance to prove it. And once you do, we’ll see how committed you are. Then we can get back to our activities.

Diane: What do I have to do?

Jeremy: Surprise me.

Billy: Thank you very much.

[ Clears throat ] You know, let’s not sink too far into despair, okay, over the worst-case scenario.

Lily: No, I know, you’re right. I mean, it was only our first session.

Billy: Yeah, it was our first session. Let’s just try and salvage the night, spend some time together, enjoy ourselves, and maybe just share one of these specials.

Lily: Uh, I mean, I’m not hungry, but you can go ahead.

Billy: Maybe we’ll just start with a drink.

Chance: This was a great idea, sharon. The two of us, eating together.

Sharon: Well, it’s not home cooking, but it’ll do.

Chance: Oh, it’s going to do more than that. Trust me.

Sharon: [ Chuckles ] I hope you’re right. I have never tried ethiopian food before.

Chance: Oh, well, I am so pumped you let me pick the restaurant. I’m telling you, it’s music for your taste buds. The spices are unforgettable. Besides, just like you said, dinner is about more than just food, right? Not only am I out of the house, but I have some very lovely company to share it with.

Sharon: Aww, I feel the same way. And thanks for encouraging me to try something new. Hopefully, this will be a fun, little adventure.

Chance: Well, I promise you, I will not steer you wrong.

Summer: The last thing I want is for anything to come between us. I have been trying so hard to prevent that.

Kyle: I get it. Things are tense here and at the office, not to mention the added stress with the holidays, but it’s not your fault. You’re being pulled in way too many directions, and one of the strongest pulls is your mother.

Summer: Wait a minute.

Kyle: No, I know that you’re so upset, partly because phyllis is so upset.

Summer: Don’t you dare make this about her. This is about diane’s never-ending chaos.

Jack: Thank god you’re here. I was worried sick about you. I was on my way to the club, despite your telling me not to.

Diane: Well, I appreciate your concern, but I’m glad you didn’t show up. It wouldn’t have helped. It might’ve made jeremy suspicious. Turns out, he still doesn’t completely trust me.

Jack: I don’t like the sound of that. You feel like you’re in any more danger?

Diane: No, no, things actually went okay. His greed and arrogance are overshadowing his doubts, just as I thought, and he is falling right into my trap. But before we spring it on him, we need to do one more thing.

Jack: Oh, what’s that?

Diane: We need to find a crime for me to commit.

Who’s on it with jardiance?

Nick: Hope you’re hungry. Got one of everything, including the requisite extra guacamole. What’s that look?

Sally: I just can’t help but marvel in how amazing you are. I mean, you bring me soup and ginger ale when I’m sick and nachos and guacamole when I am hungry.

Nick: You know, they have apps that will do this for you, right?

Sally: Don’t be so modest. You are the perfect man. You’re reassuring and thoughtful and sexy. And no app on earth can do this.

Sharon: The good news is, i made it through all the spices, and I actually really enjoyed my first foray into ethiopian food.

Chance: See? I told you I wouldn’t steer you wrong.

Sharon: Oh, thanks for the tip, though, on that one dish. The heat level in that, it could’ve blown my head off.

Chance: [ Chuckles ]

Sharon: And, um, thanks for taking care of me, too. I guess I owe you one now.

Chance: Oh, that’s not necessary. It’s my treat.

Sharon: Well, I’ve got to pay you back. How about, uh, next week? We could start our own private supper club.

Chance: [ Chuckles ] You don’t have to do that for me. I can, uh — I can handle solo dinners. Trust me, had to do it all the time when I was working undercover. Just got to get used to it again. I’ll be okay.

Sharon: Yeah, I don’t doubt that, but, you know, you’re a friend, and I enjoy talking with you. You know, maybe we can even venture into another new cuisine. How do you feel about peruvian or turkish?

Chance: [ Sighs ]

Sharon: Okay, I — I won’t press the issue. I’ll just leave it up to you.

Chance: Okay. Next week it is.

Kyle: I don’t want to be insensitive, but I have to remind you, phyllis is the one who invited chaos to town.

Summer: I’m really not sure how my mother became solely responsible for diane’s criminal ex-boyfriend. Don’t you think he would’ve eventually tracked her down all on his own?

Kyle: Seriously, summer, are you defending your mother’s actions right now?

Summer: You know what? We need to stop. We just — we can’t keep going over the same ground when nothing changes.

Kyle: Okay. You’re right. This is exactly what I didn’t want to happen.

Summer: Okay, well, then, will you at least just think about harrison and I going to paris? I think it would be good for both of us. Look, if you’re dead set against it, I’ll drop it. Okay? But if not, then, I want to start packing.

Kyle: I love you so much. I just — I hate all of this.

Summer: I hate it, too.

Jack: Stark wants you to commit a crime. Why?

Diane: As a loyalty test. So that he knows that I’m willing to risk jail time for him.

Jack: Oh, I am not crazy about the sound of this.

Diane: Well, neither am I, but I’ve been thinking about it, and I think I can pull this off without risking harm to anyone.

Jack: You are playing with fire, diane.

Diane: All I have to do is get past this hurdle, and then jeremy will be putty in my hands. He will commit a crime, one that we orchestrate, one that will send him right back to prison. Jack, we are so close to having this bastard out of our lives.

Jack: So exactly what crime are you considering?

Diane: Well, I’ve ruled out any kind of violence, obviously.

Jack: Well, thank god for that.

Diane: Yeah, so I think the way to impress and flatter jeremy is if I steal something of considerable value.

Jack: Well, if that’s all it takes, we can open the safe at the house and give him a couple of those things.

Diane: No, no, no. That won’t work.

Jack: Well, couldn’t be easier.

Diane: Of course. That’s why. It’d be too easy, too obvious. Jeremy would see right through it. And if he asks any questions about why I took something from my family and demands to know the details, he’ll suspect a setup, and he will figure out that we’re all in cahoots.

Jack: Yeah, yeah, so who do you intend to rob?

Diane: Well, my victim has to be someone who would never, ever, under any circumstance, help me out. Steal from phyllis? Don’t tempt me. If your moderate to severe crohn’s disease

Lily: Um…

[ Clears throat, sniffles ] I just — I think I need some air.

Billy: I’ll get the bill, then we can walk out.

Lily: Um, I just… I need some time. Is that okay?

Billy: Yeah. Of course. Lily. We’re going to be alright. Okay? We will work on this, continue to go to therapy. We’ll do whatever it takes.

Lily: Billy, let’s just be honest. I mean, this has been going on for months. And we don’t need to keep doing this. Right? I mean… we can’t keep doing this.

[ Cellphone dings ]

Sally: So… do you still have any concerns about me ghosting you?

Nick: Sally, if this is your version of ghosting, I’m all for it. In fact, why don’t you come and ghost me in the shower now?

Sally: I am going to have to take a rain check because I’m starving, and that is your fault. But I’m going to go unpack the goodies, and I will set up a feast while you go shower.

Nick: Okay.

Sally: [ Sighs ]

[ Exhales sharply ]

[ Sighs ]

Kyle: I wish none of this had happened. I wish I could shield you from everything that’s gone on with stark, the issues with our mothers, all of it.

Summer: I want to protect you as much as you want to protect me.

Jack: Tempting as it might be to target her, I think it would be a big mistake to steal from phyllis. She’s too much of a wild card.

Diane: You’re probably right. Using her to dupe jeremy would be karmic justice, but the last thing we need is her going on a rampage and ruining our plan.

Jack: I don’t even want to contemplate what she would do.

Diane: [ Sighs ] And even though I have easy access to ashley’s belongings because she’s in the same house as kyle and harrison, she is still your sister, so it’d make it seem less credible.

Jack: Yeah, not to mention her growing anger at the two of us becoming closer. No, she could be every bit as dangerous to our plan as phyllis.

Diane: So I guess that only leaves one remaining member of the coven, and given that she’s partially responsible for bringing jeremy stark to town, maybe nikki deserves a little larceny coming her way.

Next Week on “The Young and The Restless”:

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Billy: It’s over.

Tucker: That’s what I remember and missed so much. Don’t tell me you don’t.

Devon: I’m not worried about Nate any more. I’m worried about a completely different threat.

Lily: What are you talking about?

Devon: We have a new traitor at the company.

 

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Sally: I know this is last-minute, but I really need to see the doctor right away. Yeah. Yeah, I’ll be there. Yeah. Thank you. Thank you. I’ll see you soon.

[ Sighs ]

Adam: Is everything okay?

[ Mug thuds ]

Abby: Good morning.

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hi.

Devon: Good morning, pretty lady.

Abby: Ooh.

Devon: I got you some coffee.

Abby: Thank you.

Devon: You’re very welcome. I had the, uh, nanny take dominic down to the kiddie gym so he can get his steps in for the day.

Abby: Oh, you should have woken me up. I love watching him play there. He loves that big green ball.

Devon: Yeah, he does.

Abby: [ Laughs ]

Devon: I know. It’s very cute. I like when he walks around on those little padded mats until he tumbles over.

Abby: Yeah. Well, we should go together sometime.

Devon: Yeah, we will. Just thought you’d like to sleep in this morning since you probably never get to.

Abby: Thank you.

Devon: Yeah. How you feeling?

Abby: About last night?

Devon: Yes.

Abby: Um…good. Yeah, um… I mean, I guess I have to admit that I felt a little hint of guilt when I was walking down those stairs.

Devon: Well, we weren’t betraying anybody this time.

Abby: I know. It’s just, my divorce is so fresh, and…I mean, this is brand-new.

Devon: Yeah.

Abby: But when I look at you and I hear you talk about dominic… I know I’m in the right place. I feel happier and lighter than I have in a long time.

Devon: Well, I’m very happy to hear that ’cause I feel the exact same way.

Abby: [ Inhales deeply ]

Lily: Jill, I’m very excited. This is definitely the right move.

[ Chuckles ] Okay. Well, I will let devon and audra know, and I will chat with you later. Bye.

Audra: Sounds like good news.

Lily: Yep. Jill pulled the trigger. Moving forward with the ipo.

Audra: Excellent. We are back on track.

Lily: Yes. This is a huge step.

Audra: It certainly is. This is gonna be a huge success for all of us in unimaginable ways.

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Kyle: I appreciate your dedication to the job, but there’s really no reason for you to be here. Maybe you should take a leave of absence until we’ve dealt with stark.

Diane: There is no place I’d rather be. I refuse to let him ruin every aspect of my amazing new life. Oh, good morning, summer.

Summer: Hi. We need to talk.

Ashley: Where are you going?

Jack: Upstairs. I need to get ready for work.

Ashley: Mm-hmm. You gonna ignore me like you did last night?

Jack: I didn’t ignore you.

Ashley: Yeah, you did. I wanted to talk to you about you and diane kissing, and you just kind of blew me off.

Jack: I didn’t have the time or the energy for it. The truth is, I don’t now. If you’ll excuse me…

Ashley: Please —

Jack: …I need to get to the office.

Ashley: Please don’t go anywhere until we have a chance to speak. Please?

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Jack: It doesn’t make any sense, ash. I do not understand your continued vendetta against diana.

Ashley: And I don’t understand your complete denial of her history.

Jack: Yes, she has a past. We all do. But since she’s gotten back to genoa city, she has done nothing to you.

Ashley: That’s true, but only because she hasn’t been given the opportunity. If she found out she had leverage over me, she would not hesitate to use it.

Jack: That is absolutely absurd.

Ashley: Okay. Look, I am trying here, alright? I really am. And I’ve decided that i understand that you would want your son to reconnect with his mother.

Jack: Yes.

Ashley: Okay. I get that. But you have let diane back into your life, jack. And from what I saw right here last night, she’s in far too deep.

Jack: I don’t know what you think you saw, but it’s really none of your business. Whether you like it or not, diane is part of this family.

Ashley: No, I don’t like it! And as far as I’m concerned, she’s not part of this family.

Jack: She is kyle’s mother. She is harrison’s grandmother.

Ashley: I know. I just can’t get the image out of my mind of your son as a little boy crying himself to sleep because he thought his mother was dead.

Jack: Diane has changed. Kyle has forgiven her. As far as I’m concerned, that makes her welcome in our home.

Ashley: I can’t forgive her. I can’t forgive her. Does that make me a bad person? I don’t think so. I don’T. Given the pain she’s caused this family, I think that viper deserves permanent exile from this house.

Jack: Wow. Isn’t it ironic that you, of all people, are opposed to a viper coming into this house?

Devon: I do need to get to the office soon, but what do you have going on today?

Abby: Well, I have to meet noah at his club.

Devon: Yeah?

Abby: But first I have to go home and change because I can’t be seen in the same outfit two days in a row.

Devon: That’s very true. You’ll have the whole town talking about it. It would be shameful.

Abby: Well, I don’t know if it would be shameful, but i think people would think it was very weird.

Devon: [ Chuckles ]

Abby: So, yes, that means i have to go home.

Devon: Is there a problem with going home?

Abby: It doesn’t feel like home. I mean, it’s the chancellor mansion. I’m no longer a chancellor. I feel like I’m an intruder.

Devon: Yeah. No, I get that. I do. There’s a lot of changes happening right now. It’s gonna take a minute for people to adjust to it. That’s all. I think as long as we focus on dominic, though, and make sure that this transition is as painless as possible for him, we’ll be alright.

Abby: Yeah. I couldn’t agree more.

Devon: Yeah, but you can take things slow. Just decide what’s best for you and dominic and take one step at a time. You don’t have to rush into any of this.

Sally: What do you mean, “is everything okay?”

Adam: I don’t know where the confusion lies. Those are three pretty simple words.

Sally: Were you listening in on my call? ‘Cause I thought we came to the understanding that you were gonna butt out of my business. So, how much did you overhear?

Adam: I didn’t hear a word. I saw you huddled over here. It seemed like you were hiding from someone. Were you?

Sally: No. I just wanted some privacy.

Adam: Here at crimson lights? Yeah, sure. I mean, no one ever comes here, except the entire town.

Sally: Okay, well, I just needed my tea. I needed to make a call. My tea had the priority. So, you know, why don’t you just mind your own business?

Adam: Okay. Just worried about you, sally. You look tense and a little tired.

Sally: [ Scoffs ] Well, I didn’t ask for your opinion of my appearance.

Adam: Are you sure that you don’t need a sympathetic ear? I mean, maybe you would feel better if you told me what was keeping you up at night. What?

Sally: Don’t you really want to ask who is keeping me up at night?

Adam: I didn’t mean anything by it. And I’m certainly not asking who you’re sleeping with.

Sally: I don’t believe you.

Adam: Look, you said that we’re done. So we’re done. I get it. We’re both moving on from our halcyon days at newman media. Although I will always remember them fondly.

Sally: [ Inhales deeply ]

[ Clears throat ] You want to know what is keeping me up at night? It’s the idea of launching my own business. Starting from scratch is anxiety-inducing.

Adam: Yeah. It is. But I can’t wait to see what you come up with next. I know I could use some help with some interior design, so i can’t wait for you and chloe to open your doors.

Sally: Thank you.

Adam: Mm-hmm. I know whatever you put your mind to, it will be a success.

Sally: What are you up to?

Adam: What do you mean?

Sally: Well, you’re just being so nice and laying it on a little thick, even though that’s not really like you. So, what do you after?

Adam: [ Sighs ] Nothing. I’m sorry that I interrupted your morning, okay? I’ll be on my way.

Sally: [ Sighs ] Adam. Adam, wait. Look, I’m sorry, okay? I forget sometimes that you can be nice just to be nice.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Well, I have given you a lot of reasons to doubt my intentions.

Sally: Yeah. Well, we’ve been very civil lately, and I don’t want to lose that connection just because I’m in a mood this morning.

Adam: Well, you’re entitled to be in a mood whenever you want.

Sally: Yes, I know, but i shouldn’t take it out on you when you haven’t done anything wrong. I just have a lot on my plate right now. You know? Maybe a little too much.

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone vibrating ]

[ Cellphone thuds ]

[ Sniffs, clears throat ]

Abby: Daniel?

Daniel: Abby.

Abby: Hi.

Daniel: God, don’t you look terrific.

Abby: Oh, my gosh! Thank you so much. Ah! It’s so good to see you. I heard you were back in town.

Daniel: Yeah. Yeah, I’m glad we ran into each other.

Abby: Yeah. Um, well, I’m supposed to meet noah, but I don’t see him, so maybe we could catch up if you’re not too busy?

Daniel: No. Yeah. No, not at all. And at this moment, I would actually welcome the intrusion. So, please have a seat.

Abby: Thanks.

Daniel: Mm-hmm.

Abby: So, I heard you’re working for chancellor-winters. How great is that?

Daniel: Yeah. Uh, I thought it was pretty impressive. But I guess it’s just a job, right?

Abby: Come on. It’s a huge responsibility. And you’re so creative. You’re gonna be terrific.

Daniel: Thank you. I am looking forward to just jumping into the deep end.

Abby: So, where are you saying?

Daniel: Downstairs, at the hotel.

Abby: You, heather, and lucy in a hotel indefinitely?

Daniel: Well, they aren’t with me right now.

Abby: Oh. When are they coming?

Daniel: You know, I can’t really answer that right now.

Lily: Okay, we definitely have to time this announcement properly because if we do it too early, then we risk losing momentum with the investors, or I think that we can open ourselves up to price manipulations.

Audra: Yeah, but too late, and we might not be able to generate any momentum at all.

Lily: Yeah.

Audra: I’ll run the numbers and find the optimal day to make the announcement.

Lily: I have no doubt that you will.

[ Laughs ]

Devon: Hello.

Lily: Hey.

Devon: Hey, hey. What do you guys seem excited about?

Lily: Well, jill is ready to move forward with the ipo. It’s happening.

[ Laughs ]

Devon: It’s happening. It’s happening without me having a say?

Lily: What are you talking about? You knew about this plan all along.

Devon: I knew about your plan. It’s not my plan.

[ Cellphone chimes ] What’s that?

Audra: Oh, it’s just, um, a text. Sorry. I will mute it. I’m actually gonna step outside and give you two the room.

Lily: Devon, you knew this ipo was happening all along. I mean, this is not some secret meeting that jill and I had. We had a call scheduled, and we chatted about it and decided this is what’s best for the company.

Devon: Yeah, but you made that decision without me.

Lily: No one is trying to exclude you. So, look, if you want, call jill and ask her some questions. But I’m sorry. I’ve heard your argument about keeping the company private, and I don’t agree. I don’t understand why you want to limit the growth and success of chancellor-winters.

Kyle: Sorry we’re late. I wanted to take my mother to breakfast someplace off the beaten path where we wouldn’t have to worry about stark seeing us before I came in, and she insisted on coming into the office, too.

Diane: What can I say? I love my job.

Kyle: So, uh, what did you want to talk about?

Summer: You know what? It was, uh, nothing urgent. Mariah just wanted me to remind you about that, uh, personal time that she’s taking off.

Kyle: Oh, right. Uh, she and tessa are traveling to meet a potential birth mother.

Diane: Ah, that is so wonderful. They must be so excited. I’m sure they are going to make amazing mothers.

Summer: You barely even know them.

Diane: But we work together. And I saw how special their bond was at tessa’s photo shoot.

Summer: I have to pull some files from jack’s office. Excuse me.

[ Cellphone vibrating ]

Diane: Hello, jeremy. Why give your family just any eggs

Diane: Why don’t I make the arrangements, and then I’ll text you the time and place? Okay. See you soon.

Kyle: What did he want?

Diane: He wants to meet tonight.

Kyle: So, is this how it’s gonna be? You’re at his beck and call like a servant?

Diane: Kyle, we discussed this. I’m the one who’s working him. This is all part of my plan.

Kyle: [ Sighs ] I need to tell dad.

Diane: No, no, no. I appreciate your concern, but, please, I don’t want jack following me like he did last time. I can do this on my own.

Abby: I heard you were in town, and I just assumed that heather and lucy were with you. I’m — I’m sorry.

Daniel: There’s no need for you to apologize. It’s just uncertain when they’ll get here.

Abby: Yeah, I’m sure they’re busy with work and school. But, hey, in the meantime, if you want to meet the happiest baby in the world, I would love to introduce you to dominic.

Daniel: Well, I’d love to meet him. I miss that age, you know? It goes by too quickly.

Abby: It’s the best. You know, he’s not even 2 yet, and I find myself feeling nostalgic about things he did last year. But, um, maybe it’s more than just dominic. I don’t know if you heard, but, um, chance and I — we split up.

Daniel: Oh. No. I’m sorry.

Abby: Yeah, we tried to make it work, but I guess it was just inevitable. So now I am trying to just appreciate the time that we had together and just move forward.

Daniel: Speaking of moving forward, um, I actually have to meet with lily.

Abby: Oh.

Daniel: I’m really glad we ran into each other. You know, we’re gonna have to get together soon, catch up a little bit more. And I’d love to meet dominic. Um…you have an amazing day.

Abby: You too. Bye.

[ Sighs ]

Ashley: What do you have to say, jack? Just spit it out.

Jack: Oh, I think you know. I didn’t imagine you and tucker kissing outside the front door

Ashley: Oh, so what? You have no idea what’s going on with tucker and me.

Jack: And you have no idea what’s going on with diane because you’ve made no effort to understand her. You and your allies have been small and petty and mean, and your hatred for her has no foundation.

Ashley: I disagree. If there’s anything in the known universe that has a foundation, it’s my hatred for diane. Sorry.

Jack: No, you hate the old diane. She has changed.

Ashley: “Changed.”

Jack: I have been trying to tell you this for months.

Ashley: Okay, just settle down, alright? When has diane ever been overtly evil? Not often, right? I mean, she’s subtle. She’s charming. She can act like she’s your best friend and then turn around and kick your legs out from under you. She’s sneaky and manipulative, and she hasn’t changed, jack. For whatever reason, you have bought this “poor, helpless me” routine of hers. And the one thing you know — diane has never been and will never be helpless.

Audra: What do you want?

Tucker: I want to know when or if this chancellor-winters ipo is actually gonna happen. Snails move faster than this public offering.

Audra: Don’t blame me for that.

Tucker: Who else is responsible? I literally gave you one job.

Audra: So let me do it. Okay? I was in the middle of a meeting about it when you texted me, demanding I come see you right away.

Tucker: Alright. Then how’s it going?

Audra: Jill and lily — you know, they want to get the ball rolling, but your son, devon, seems determined to fight them on it.

Tucker: Okay, so, you —

[ Sighs ] Then you convince him that it’s a good idea.

Audra: I’m not sure I can. You know, everything that happened with nate has made him paranoid, and you and I both know he’s right.

Tucker: No, he’s not! What I am doing is in his best interest.

Audra: Okay, then —

Tucker: No, audra. I am going to work side by side with my son. That’s all I want. Do you understand that?

Audra: Then maybe you take his frame of mind into account and come up with another way to make that happen. In the meantime, I’m gonna get back to that office, you know, before devon and lily get suspicious about why their ipo expert decided to disappear in the middle of an important conversation!

[ Door slams ]

Devon: Lily, you know that I’ve never supported this ipo move — because we’d be giving up too much autonomy. The whole reason that we merged our companies together is so we can run a corporation as a family. And if we go public, yeah, we’re gonna be making more money, but we’re not gonna be able to be making the decisions that matter for our company. And that’s not worth it to me.

Lily: Devon, if we sell stock, we could double or triple our valuation.

Devon: The company is doing fine. We’re making money, okay? That’s not the most important thing. And, yes, I know nate is gone, but what he almost put us through is exactly the kind of thing that can happen to companies when they go public. So, what happened to us taking time and waiting to make this decision?

Lily: Because sooner is better, and jill and I want to move forward with this. And her vote is equal to both of ours. And I agree with her. So, I’m sorry, but she and i have the majority.

Devon: Is that right? Well, then why even ask my opinion in the first place? Hell.

Lily: Look, if you can provide some legitimate reason as to why you want to stop this, then we will listen. But right now, all you have is some general vague concern. And I’m sorry, but it’s not enough.

Devon: It’s not vague. It’s not vague. And I’m never gonna support this move. It’s as simple as that.

Lily: Nothing about this is simple, okay? There are a lot of moving parts, and I really hope that I will have your support because i don’t have nate and I don’t have billy. But if I have to walk this path alone, then I will.

Devon: Cool. Then I guess I will be spending my time finding a legitimate reason to stop you from making this move.

Lily: Okay, well, you are welcome to it. But I actually have a lot of work I have to get done.

[ Sighs ]

[ Pen clatters ]

Adam: Come on. I’m a good listener. You can tell me anything, whatever’s on your mind.

Sally: I would love to. But I’m just not sure.

Adam: What does that mean? What exactly aren’t you sure about?

Sally: Anything. You know, at this moment, I’m — I’m just not sure about anything. It just always seems like things are so difficult for me. And, yeah, maybe that’s my own fault and I create my own problems, but — I don’t know — once, just once I would love for things to be cut and dried. You know, “here’s a problem? “Oh, yeah. There’s an easy solution.”

Adam: Well, I can’t pretend to know what you’re talking about, but I think I’ve seen you in enough difficult situations to know that you’ll figure it out. You know? I’m sorry that you’re feeling overwhelmed. You really do deserve a break. But by the same token, you can handle anything.

Sally: Why are you being so nice to me?

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Sally: I have no idea why you’re being so nice to me. What is your angle?

Adam: Sally, there’s no angle.

Sally: Okay, then what did you mean by “you should know”? What is it that I’m supposed to know?

Adam: [ Sighs ] All I meant was you will always be very special to me. We have a connection.

Sally: That’s it? For real?

Adam: Yes. What more could there be? And I meant what I said by having a sympathetic ear. It wasn’t that long ago that you and I — we could discuss anything. So, if you ever need anyone to talk to you, just give me a call.

Sally: Okay. Yeah, I’ll think about that. Oh, I — I have to go to this appointment. Adam. Thank you.

Kyle: I know this is part of your plan, but I don’t like the idea of you going on a date with a criminal like stark.

Diane: It’s not a date.

Kyle: Okay, well, whatever you want to call this meeting. Dad and I should be close by, just in case. You know, in fact, at the risk of sounding overprotective, dad and I should be dealing with this, not you.

Diane: [ Sighs ] Look, I can take care of myself. I am as tough and wily as people have accused me of being. I just don’t have to use those skills as much these days, but i haven’t lost my touch. Believe me, I’ve got this under control.

Devon: Hey, man. Is abby here yet? No? Thank you.

Tucker: Hey. Devon.

Devon: Hey.

Tucker: How are you?

Devon: Alright. How you doing, man?

Tucker: Were you taking your phone out to call me to invite me to breakfast?

Devon: [ Chuckling ] Yeah. Yes, I was. How’d you guess? Beat me to it.

Tucker: You okay? You seem like you’re carrying some stress.

Devon: Oh, yeah? Well, that’s, uh — that’s a good eye you got. I’m just, uh, dealing with this ipo thing at work. It’s got me reconsidering the chancellor-winters merger altogether. That’s all.

Tucker: Oh. Well, sit down. Sit down.

Devon: Sure.

Tucker: So, what’s going on? What’s the problem?

Devon: Uh… I don’t really want to get into it too deep with you, but, um, I just — I lost some autonomy in the merger, and I’m set to lose even more the way things are headed.

Tucker: Right.

Devon: I’ll be lucky to have a say my own company.

Tucker: Yeah. I know that feeling. ‘Cause you want to grow the company, but you have to give up some control to do it, right?

Devon: Absolutely.

Tucker: Yeah. Which doesn’t seem quite fair in this instance because you and neil built it.

Devon: Yeah. Yeah. That’s exactly how I feel.

Tucker: Well, if it’s such a concern for you, maybe you should consider taking hamilton-winters back from chancellor and run the business on your own again. I know somebody who could help you. Okay everyone, our mission is complete balanced nutrition.

Devon: Yeah, no, I said this before. I don’t want you getting involved with my business, tucker.

Tucker: No, no, no, no, no. Please don’t misinterpret me. I’m not trying to stick my nose where it doesn’t belong. You certainly have the resources to reacquire the company on your own. Uh, in fact, all you’d —

[ Sighs, chuckles ] Listen to me. I’m sticking my nose where it doesn’t belong. Sorry. I just want to help.

Devon: I know you do. I appreciate you wanting to help, but I’m not looking for advice on this.

Tucker: Understood. It’s just that I haven’t always been there for you, and since this is my area of expertise, i thought the least I could do is counsel you. But, you know, you’re an astute businessman in your own right. You don’t need to listen to other people. At the same time [Chuckles] This is the issue we’re discussing currently. You want autonomy and you want to be in control of your destiny. You should not be constricted by what other people want. At the same time, you need to realize it’s okay to go after what you want. And I just might be the guy to help you do that.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ]

Lily: Daniel. Hi.

Daniel: Hey. How are you doing? Um, I haven’t talked to you since new year’S.

Lily: Uh, I’m fine. Just, you know, been busy. Hoping 2023 will be a good year. How are you feeling?

Daniel: I’m great.

Lily: Are you sure?

Daniel: Yeah. I mean, you know, I couldn’t be better.

[ Chuckles ]

Lily: Okay. Come on. I saw your face when I first walked in, and then when you saw me, you kind of threw this big smile on.

Daniel: Maybe I was waiting for you to arrive to cheer me up.

Lily: Okay. What’s going on? What is it? Is it the press release?

Daniel: No. God, no. The press release is fantastic, but…

Lily: But what?

Daniel: It’s not important. You know, you have bigger concerns.

Lily: Oh, come on. Really? Not important? After everything that we’ve been through together, I mean, if you can’t trust me to tell me what’s going on, then who can you trust?

Daniel: I do trust you. I do. I just don’t want you to judge me.

Lily: Daniel, I would never do that.

Daniel: [ Inhales sharply ] Alright. Alright. Back in savannah, I made some mistakes. I didn’t respect heather as a strong woman who was capable of making her own decisions. Some of that trickled down to lucy, too. You can say there was a lot of jealousy and insecurity on my part.

Lily: That doesn’t sound like you.

Daniel: Well, I was going through a rough patch career-wise, and — [ Chuckles ] I mean, saying that I handled it badly is an understatement. And I — I pushed them away. And I’m genuinely ashamed about it. And here I am — I’m running around trying to hide it from everyone all the time while I’m just trying to get back on solid ground. But now you and devon — you’ve put me there. I mean, you have no idea how good it feels to be working on something worthwhile and lucrative. And — and it’s my hope that maybe this will show the two women in my life that I’m not a lost cause.

Jack: You know what? You believe what you want to believe.

Ashley: Well, I believe that you have brought diane’s “poor me” act.

Jack: It is not “poor me.” I have seen the fear in her eyes. She is genuinely afraid of what jeremy stark will do to her. I know you find that silly. I have sat with this man. I concur with her. He’s a dangerous man. So I have decided, yes, to protect my son’s mother, to protect my family.

Ashley: Okay, so, years ago, diane chose to double-cross a dangerous criminal, and now our family is in danger. Are you hearing this? And diane is now using the situation to embed herself into our family and into our home and into your bed. And maybe that’s the whole point of this.

Jack: If you are so indignant about who I entertain in my home, maybe you should stay elsewhere.

Ashley: [ Sighs ] Listen, I’m done settling. Because this is my secret.

Ashley: So, this is what it’s come to, huh? I’m being forced from the family home? I’m not giving an inch to diane. I belong here as much as you do. It’s my house, too.

Jack: No one’s throwing you out of the house. I’m just saying if diane’s presence here is so abhorrent —

Ashley: I am not being forced out because of your sick fixation on diane, jack. And you know what else? You might be ceo, but jabot belongs to me, too! And you wanted her to work there? I never got a vote. I’m laying it out there. Diane jenkins will never, ever be welcome in our home or in that company! Do you understand me?! Not ever.

Kyle: Hey. What’s wrong?

Summer: What do you mean?

Kyle: Well, it was pretty clear that when you said you wanted to talk, it wasn’t about mariah’s personal time. Given how frosty you were with my mom, I assumed it was about her.

Summer: It was.

Kyle: Well, we should discuss whatever it is that’s troubling you.

Summer: I agree.

[ Sighs ] Look, things are getting really tense around here. And with stark still out there as a constant threat, I’m scared. I need a break from genoa city.

Kyle: What are you — what are you talking about?

Summer: There’s a textile show in paris, and I think i should go.

Kyle: Yeah, th-that might be a good idea.

Summer: I want to take harrison with me.

Sally: [ Sighing ]

[ Sighs heavily ] What am I gonna do now?

Lily: Daniel, no one thinks that you’re a lost cause.

Daniel: Hmm. You didn’t see the look on heather and lucy’s faces when they left for europe. It’s gonna take a long time to fix my family life.

Lily: Well, you know what? I mean, there is nothing in your contract that says that you have to be in genoa city. You can work from anywhere. So, if you want, go back to savannah or join them in portugal. I mean, I think, you know, keeping your family together has to be your top priority.

Daniel: Yeah. No, of course. I mean, it’s — it’s my goal, but I feel like if I split my focus, I’m gonna wind up doing a half-assed job on both fronts. I got to do this the right way, one step at a time. Otherwise, I might never get any aspect of my life back on track.

Lily: Daniel, I’m so sorry.

Daniel: Mnh-mnh. No. No. Lily, please do not look at me like that.

Lily: [ Sighs ]

Daniel: It seems like everyone these days is looking at me that way, and, I mean, I’m getting better. I’m gonna be okay.

Lily: Okay. Just know that I’m here if you need anything, alright?

Daniel: I really appreciate it.

Lily: Okay.

Daniel: You have somewhere you need to be?

Lily: Um, yeah. I, uh — I have an appointment, so I have to go. Otherwise, I would chat all morning.

Daniel: You seem a little nervous. You expecting bad news or something? I mean, should I be the one who’s worried about you?

Lily: No, no, no. I’m fine, just, um, a little anxious, uh… but listen — I have enormous faith in you, okay? Otherwise, we would have never brought you on. And know that you are not a lost cause, okay? Bye.

[ Cellphone pings ]

Devon: Yeah, I’m definitely gonna take some time and think about what you said. I’d still like to try and figure this all out on my own, though.

Tucker: Sure. That’s prudent.

Devon: You definitely do have a point. And I know you know what you’re talking about, so…

Tucker: Consider it.

Devon: I will. I will. I’m glad I, uh, ran into you.

Tucker: Yeah, me too, son.

Devon: Appreciate the insight.

Tucker: Oh, of course. Anytime.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Devon: That’s a unique chime.

Tucker: Yeah, I know. It came with the phone.

Devon: Did it?

Tucker: Please stay in touch, huh?

Devon: Yeah, I sure will.

Tucker: Okay. See you.

Devon: Hey. I need you to find out as much information as you can about a connection between tucker mccall and audra charles. Alright. Thank you.

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Daniel: I can’t tell you how great it was to see you spending the holiday together. It’s — it’s just what I needed.

Danny: It meant a lot to me, too. Before I go, a little fatherly observation.

Daniel: Lay it on me.

Danny: You’re going through a really tough time with heather and lucy. But you owned your mistakes. You realized you had to pull yourself together. And I think, now focusing on your daughter, that’ll help carry you through. And I say this from personal experience, I think, because the most powerful motivator of all is the desire to do right by your child.

Daniel: There’s nothing i wouldn’t do for lucy.

Danny: I’m proud of you. Not just for what you’re doing but for the man you’re determined to be.

Daniel: Thank you. You know, no one inspires me the way you do. And I am very excited that we’re gonna be working together.

Danny: The feeling is mutual.

Daniel: [ Chuckles ] Can’t wait to hear what you come up with for my “finding princess louisa” game.

Danny: And I can’t wait to hear it myself.

Daniel: Mm.

Danny: I’m gonna get back and I’m gonna start recording right away. Now, listen, I welcome any notes you might have. I mean, I may be the musician, but this is your show.

Daniel: I appreciate that. Something tells me it’s gonna be a great collaboration. Communication is key, right?

Danny: Right. Glad to hear you say that, because there’s something I need from you.

Daniel: Yeah. Name it.

Danny: Promise me that you won’t bottle up your feelings when it comes to your family again. Right? You call me. Better yet, just come visit. I’m always there for you.

Daniel: You have my word.

Daniel: You have got a lot of work to do, and I’ve got to hit the road soon, so I’m not gonna say goodbye. Just…see you soon? Come here. I love you, daniel.

Daniel: I love you, too, dad.

Danny: [ Sighs ]

[ Sniffles ]

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

Danny: [ Sighs ]

Mariah: I cannot believe that this is happening.

Tessa: Want me to show you the plane tickets again?

Mariah: Thank you for getting on that, by the way.

Tessa: Good thing I booked everything, ’cause we will be flying out in a few short hours.

Mariah: And then, tomorrow, we will meet delphine face-to-face and show her why we are the ideal parents to adopt her baby.

Sharon: Well, I am so glad she got back in touch with you, even though I know it took longer than you expected.

Mariah: I know that I’m not supposed to let my feelings run away with me, but I’m just gonna say it. Meeting this woman tomorrow could change our lives.

[ Door opens ]

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Christine: Danny.

Danny: Cricket?

[ Chuckles ]

Nate: That takes care of the updates to our development slate. Next up, social-media campaigns. I know nick had some thoughts on the budget, if you’d prefer to wait until he’s available.

Victoria: Oh, he knew we were meeting, and he chose not to come, so I’m not inclined to accommodate his personal schedule.

Nate: Look, uh, I don’t mean to overstep, but I know nick wasn’t too thrilled when you hired me. I’m sure he would have preferred to keep sally in this position.

Victoria: Well, none of that matters. It was not his decision to make.

Nate: Even so, is my being here causing conflict between you two? And if so, is there anything I can do to help?

Lily: Nick. Happy new year.

Nick: You too. It’s great to see you.

Lily: How was your holiday?

Nick: Pretty great, actually. How was yours?

Lily: Uh, it was fine. Just, you know, kept it low-key.

Nick: I was just wrapping up a lunch meeting here. Are you meeting someone right now, or do you have a minute to talk?

Lily: Um, yeah, sure. What’s, uh, on your mind?

Nick: Well, I was hoping we could finally get a chance to talk about nate joining newman media. Like chancellor-winters, newman is a family-run business. It can be volatile at times, working so closely with the people who can push your buttons the most. They can say that it’s just business, but it’s difficult to not take it personally sometimes. I guess what I’m trying to get at is, I wanted to apologize specifically to you on behalf of newman enterprises if it had any part whatsoever in your family’s conflict.

[ Door closes ]

Chelsea: I didn’t expect to see you.

Billy: Uh, yeah, I have some important business.

Chelsea: Oh?

Billy: I want to find out how connor’s project went at school.

Chelsea: Well, connor’s not home yet.

Billy: Oh. Right.

Chelsea: But I highly doubt that’s the real reason you’re here.

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Christine: I knew you were in town. I just didn’t know if we’d cross paths.

Danny: Talk about timing. I was just about to call you.

Christine: You were?

Danny: I wasn’t sure if you were still away. And I — I just wanted to at least say hello.

Christine: Well, [Chuckles] Paul and I got back last night. How long are you staying?

Danny: I leave today.

Christine: Uh…

Christine: Um, I’m — I’m meeting sharon’s daughter, mariah, and her wife, tessa. They’re adopting a child. I’m helping them navigate the process.

Danny: Oh, that sounds incredibly rewarding.

Christine: Yeah, they’re great, and they’re gonna be amazing parents. Mariah and tessa have a tremendous amount to offer a child.

Danny: Plus, any kid would be lucky to have sharon as a grandmother.

Christine: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, well, times like these, I’m glad I became a lawyer.

Danny: I entertain people for a couple hours, and you transform their lives.

Christine: Yeah. On a good day.

Danny: Yeah. Well, I, um — I don’t want to hold you up, so I…

Christine: I-if you don’t have to rush off, I don’t have to be anywhere afterwards.

Danny: I’ll be here when you’re done.

Christine: Okay.

Lily: Thank you. I really appreciate you saying that, because, yes, it was very shocking how everything went down.

Nick: Yeah, I was, uh, shocked, as well.

Lily: I mean, look, devon and I have no proof that it was newman that was trying to take over chancellor-winters or that it was victoria who was getting information from nate. But I think we all know what happened. And then, of course, you know, nate is now rewarded with a top spot at newman media.

Nick: [ Sighs ] I cannot confirm any of that.

Lily: Wow. You’re not denying it either. Look, I understand why you can’t say anything, but I can clearly tell that you had no part in it. And I thank you for that. Because, yes, it was a painful issue during a complicated time. A lot of people I thought I could rely on have let me down. But, um, you know, I roll with it because I have to. But it doesn’t change how much it hurts.

Nick: Are we talking about nate… or billy?

Billy: I’m not sure why you would doubt me. I’m deeply invested in the success of connor’s contraption. Never thought I’d care whether an egg would break or not, but I do.

Chelsea: Would you stop? I know something’s wrong.

Billy: I’m not sure why you would think that.

Chelsea: Well, for starters, you showed up, alone, downstairs on new year’s eve when you should have been with lily. There was a sadness in your eyes. It’s there now, too. So please stop pretending everything’s okay, when clearly it’s not.

Billy: I didn’t come here to burden you with my problems, chelsea.

Chelsea: Billy, you are not a burden after everything you’ve done for me. This can’t be a one-sided friendship. You have to be able to talk to me, or else I’m gonna feel like a pity case you only hang out with ’cause you feel sorry for me.

Billy: I don’t think that way about you.

Chelsea: I’m not gonna fall apart because you share your problems with me. Okay? Come on, I mean, you keep insisting that I’m — I’m so tough, I’m so strong. So let me support you the way you’ve been supporting me.

Billy: [ Sighs ] Okay, fine, since you insist. Lily thinks we might be done.

[ Inhales deeply ] Hey… it’s me! Your dry skin!

Victoria: You are a huge asset to this company. Full stop. Nothing beyond that matters.

Nate: I appreciate you saying that.

Victoria: Well, I’m simply stating the truth. And as far as nicholas goes, he shouldn’t be a problem, unless has he treated you unprofessionally since you had that prickly conversation when you first started? Or has he implied that he doesn’t want to work with you, moving forward?

Nate: No, no, not at all.

Victoria: That’s good. You know, I’m glad that my brother is back at the company. But when I put you at the helm of newman media, he should have stepped back. He shouldn’t have blended his work life and his personal life. But instead, he let his feelings overcome his objectivity.

Nate: Yeah. Kind of like devon and me. We each fell victim to the same mistake. But I won’t repeat that here.

Victoria: I know. I have utter confidence in you, nate.

Nate: And you and nick?

Victoria: We love and respect each other. We’re not always gonna be on the same page, but we will manage to get through this disagreement. We always do. We always have each other’s backs when it really matters.

Nate: Good. I’m glad we discussed this. Is there anything else on your mind? Something that’s bothering you?

Victoria: Why would you think that?

Nate: Well, I feel like I’ve gotten to know you pretty well, and you haven’t seemed like your usual self since you walked in here. Would you like to talk about it?

Victoria: [ Gasps ]

Nate: Uh, tell you what. Let’s clock out for a bit. I can grab us two coffees from the break room, then the personal won’t encroach on the business.

Victoria: Okay, I’d like that.

Nate: [ Chuckles ]

Christine: I’ve spoken with the birth mom’s representative. Delphine has considered other couples. She’s doing her due diligence, but she hasn’t responded to anyone as enthusiastically as she did to your profile and that lovely letter you wrote.

Tessa: You are doing a lot of writing from now on.

Mariah: Well, hopefully, if everything falls into place, we won’t have to send another one.

Sharon: I love how you’ve made it a joint effort. You two make a great team.

Christine: And I second that. So, did I understand the voicemail right? Is tomorrow the day you’ll be in delphine’s hometown? Your first get-together?

Mariah: Yeah. My stomach is doing flip-flops all over the place.

Tessa: Yeah. I mean, yes, we all agree that this is just a meet-and-greet. It’s very casual, but, I mean, it’s so much more than that.

Tessa: Try, the most important interview of our entire lives. There’s so much at stake. We have to make a flawless first impression.

Tessa: I mean, this woman is deciding whether to entrust her baby to us. I mean, she’s gonna have a million questions.

Mariah: Who we are as a couple, where do we live, how are we planning to raise the child, because we both have demanding careers. And even if we nail all of the questions and delphine likes us, if there’s no chemistry, if we don’t form an emotional connection, then that’s it. And we’re back at square one.

Tessa: And it’s easy to say that we would be prepared for that, and that we’re managing our expectations, but in reality, it would hurt.

Christine: Just don’t get ahead of yourselves.

Sharon: Yeah, christine’s right. Remember what we talked about from the very beginning. Adoption is a process, it’s not an event. You need to take things one step at a time, right?

Christine: And just be yourselves. Answer her questions as honestly as you can, and maybe go there prepared with a few questions to ask her, so you feel like you’re on equal footing.

Sharon: That’s excellent advice.

Christine: Above all, speak from the heart, okay? Help her understand how strong your relationship is and what an amazing and loving, stable home you can provide with an incredibly supportive, extended family. You know, paint a picture of who you are and what life would be like together with the baby.

Danny: I’m danny romalotti.

Christine: I can’t believe it. It’s really you.

Danny: Well, you know, uh, I could say the same thing. I mean, you’re pretty much a very big celebrity in this town.

Christine: But not like you.

Danny: Are you kidding? Those jabot junior ads are my favorite.

Christine: You mean that?

Danny: Of course I mean it. What do you say we get better acquainted over a soda?

Christine: [ Chuckles ] Well, sure, I’d love to.

Danny: I don’t know how long I’ve loved you.

Christine: You don’t?

Danny: No. I was trying to remember the first time, the first day, the first moment I realized I was in love with you. And I can’T. I can’t, because I’ve always been in love with you.

[ Waves crashing ] I can’t imagine my life without you. I don’t even want to try.

Christine: I don’t either.

Danny: You’re really nervous, aren’t you?

Christine: A little. But I figure, hey, it’s a joint effort. Any screwups and you take half the blame.

Danny: Well, that’s what husbands are for, dear.

Christine: Well, no matter what happens, I know one thing’s for sure. I’m happier than I ever imagined.

Danny: So am I. It’s pretty sickening, isn’t it?

Christine: Completely.

Danny: Mmm.

[ Soft music plays ]

Danny: It was the last thing I expected to do.

Christine: What, destroy our marriage vows?

Danny: I paid for it.

Christine: No, danny, I paid. Your little slip turned into quite a fall, didn’t it? An innocent little backstage party. You got to drinking. And I bet phyllis was right there refilling your glass. Then, before you know it, off to bed. Well, now the two of you have a child together, and you’re stuck with her. And believe me, from everything I have seen of phyllis, the word “stuck” really fits.

Christine: Are you okay?

Danny: You know, some good has come of the past few months that you and paul have been apart. I realize how much he means to you.

Christine: He’s changed my life, danny. And I love him.

Danny: And he loves you.

[ Soft music plays ] I wish you the best.

Christine: Thank you.

Danny: All I’ve ever wanted was for you to be happy.

Danny: [ Sighs ]

[Coughing]

Victoria: You know, as much as I love being a mom — i really do — there are, you know, certain challenges that come up.

Nate: I have yet to be a parent. However, I was a child once and vividly remember some of my more colorful years.

Victoria: [ Chuckles ] I’ve already been through all of this with my older son, reed. I had some pretty turbulent times with him, but he’s doing good now. I mean, we’re in a really good place.

Nate: Good to hear.

Victoria: Meanwhile, [Sighs] Johnny is at that stage where it’s natural for him to want to pull away. But there are just these other complicated factors.

Nate: How complicated are we talking?

Victoria: Extremely complicated. And the situation — it’s a lot tougher than I ever anticipated it would be.

Chelsea: Billy, you have to fix things with lily. I am so sorry for taking up so much of your time, but it’s a terrible price you have to pay for helping me.

Billy: Chelsea, that’s not what this is.

Chelsea: This is what you’re gonna do. You go to lily, you bring her a ton of flowers or — or, um, you play her her favorite song on your phone — anything to help make her listen.

Billy: Stop, please. Okay? This is not about me spending too much time with you.

Chelsea: Are you sure about that?

Billy: I am sure about that. It’s actually the one thing we agree on. And I knew that’s what your assumption would be, which is why I didn’t want to bring it up in the first place. So can you please just get that out of your head?

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] So, what happened? Why would lily want to call it quits?

Billy: Because of me. Because of who I am, you know? I’m self-centered and I’m restless, and it’s the same reason why I quit the podcast, ’cause I thought I needed to focus on my corporate gig. But that didn’t work either. I’m just constantly in need of the next best thing, the next — next thing that’s gonna give me a rush to make me feel alive. It’s — it’s, you know — it’s who I am. It’s my track record. I am less than an ideal long-term partner.

Chelsea: I’m not gonna let you talk like this. Tearing yourself down. There is so much more to you. There’s a reason lily loves you so much, and you love her. You two are great together. Are you really willing to just give up?

Lily: Why would you ask about billy?

Nick: You didn’t bring up his name when I asked you about your holidays. I know he recently quit as your ceo. You know, billy was my brother-in-law. I had a front-row seat to his and victoria’s relationship, so I have a pretty good sense of what it must be like and how challenging it is to get involved with someone like him.

Lily: Hmm. Yeah, I suppose you do know him pretty well.

Nick: So, uh, I’m more than willing to give you my perspective if you want. I could also just sit here and listen, because I get the feeling a friendly ear is what you could use right now.

Mariah: We know that this trip might not turn out like we hope. We know that it could not lead to us getting a child. We’re aware of everything that could go wrong.

Tessa: Because some of them have already.

Mariah: Yeah, exactly. But each step we take in this new journey, I think that eventually it’s gonna lead to our baby.

Christine: [ Sighs ] Well, I wish you the best.

[ Chuckles ] Let me know how it goes.

Tessa: We will.

Mariah: Yeah.

Sharon: You better get packed up. You don’t want to miss your flight.

Mariah: Yes. We have to get moving.

Tessa: Well, we will be in touch.

Christine: Alright.

Mariah: Alright. Bye.

Tessa: I’ll see you.

Christine: Bye.

Sharon: [ Sighs ] Thank you so much for shepherding them through this.

Christine: It is one of my favorite parts of the job — creating new families.

Sharon: Yeah. I remember that well.

Christine: Yeah. I mean, now it’s up to them and the prospective birth mom.

Sharon: I’ll be on pins and needles the whole time.

Christine: I know, waiting is the hardest part, for sure.

Sharon: I’m gonna get some work done, try to do anything to distract myself. Can I get you something?

Christine: No, no, no, I’m fine, but thank you.

Sharon: You’re welcome.

Christine: Thanks for waiting.

Danny: It was worth it to have some time with you. Flu symptoms hit harder than the common cold.

“The young and the restless”

will continue. Dry skin is sensitive skin, too.

Danny: I assume that you’re still glad to be in private practice.

Christine: Yeah. I like taking on cases that are meaningful to me. I mostly do pro bono work.

Danny: Putting good out into the world.

Christine: [ Chuckles ] Where I can.

Danny: Some things never change.

Christine: Well, like you and your flourishing career. Come on. Still making music and selling out shows?

Danny: I’ve been fortunate, to say the least. I’m — I’m really blessed to have some amazing fans.

Christine: Are you still enjoying touring as much as ever?

Danny: Yes, um, but it does have its downsides. I — I get it now, why being on the road so long isn’t for everyone. But I do enjoy traveling the world and visiting some of my favorite places, seeing new ones, meeting people. And gina flies out on occasions and, yeah, we get her onstage. She does a couple songs. Yeah, that’s always the best.

Christine: Gina’s doing well?

Danny: Yeah, she’s great. I spent thanksgiving with her, and christmas and new year’s with daniel, and, yeah, it’s — it’s turned out to be a really wonderful holiday season for me. I assume you know daniel’s back in town.

Christine: Yeah, I-I do. I haven’t seen him. Paul and I found out what happened from heather. So, you know, we’re just hoping that she and lucy and — and daniel are okay.

Danny: Yeah, so am I. Phyllis and I, we’ve been, you know, rallying around him and, yeah…

Christine: I know. I saw the photo. She tagged you, and that’s how I knew you were in town.

[ Chuckles ] Genoa city’s very own rock star returns for a limited time only, glad to spend time with the people he loves most.

Danny: Social media at its finest.

Christine: For daniel’s sake, I’m glad you’re all together. I just hadn’t realized that you and phyllis had stayed in such close touch over the years.

Billy: Look, it’s not like i just put my hands up and said, “okay, fine, we’re done. No problem,” alright? It’s not — not at all what I did, and I want to — I want to work on this, but I — it’s just not enough.

Chelsea: Okay, listen. You always want to paint yourself as this screwup who’s destined to fail. And right now, I’m sure you’re feeling a little defeated and maybe a little scared. But you are strong and you are loyal. And you are relentless when you want something. So go make this right.

Billy: I would love to. I really would, believe me. But I don’T… look, lily was very calm and rational when she laid out the reasons why we should take some time apart. And you know just as well as i do, you start having that conversation about taking a break, 9 times out of 10, it’s done. That is someone trying to let you down easy instead of making you feel like you just got dumped.

Chelsea: You don’t know that. Stop trying to convince yourself that you do.

[ Sighs ] What you need to do right now is go find lily right away and very calmly and rationally lay out all the reasons that you need to stay together. But not too calm. Hold your ground. Be as passionate and sincere as you know how to be. You helped me get my second chance. Now it’s time for you to go get yours.

Lily: Thank you for the offer, but I won’t be needing your ear, no matter how friendly it might be.

Nick: Fair enough. I got to get out of here anyway.

Lily: Well, I’m glad that we had a chance to chat.

Nick: Me too. Before I go, I just wanted to tell you how impressed I am with what you’ve done with chancellor-winters. Lily, you lead with integrity and dignity. And it’s not always easy to do in this business world we live in. I’m impressed. I’m proud of you.

Lily: Thank you. Thank you. That, um — that really means a lot coming from you.

Nick: Well, I think that there isn’t anything you can’t conquer. And I wish you all the best in the new year.

Lily: Same to you. Bye.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Billy: Can we meet? Your heart is the beat of life.

Danny: I wouldn’t say that phyllis and I are close. We’re more like teammates — you know, co-parents, grandparents. But you know how phyllis is. She always has to put a spin on things, making things appear shinier and brighter than they actually are.

Christine: Yeah, she always had an extraordinary talent for deceit and fabrication. We first saw that when she set her sights on you and injected herself into our lives.

Danny: I often… wonder… what my world might be like if phyllis summers had never been a part of my story. But then… I wouldn’t have daniel and lucy, and — and they’ve brought, um, such immense joy.

Christine: I know, you had to find a way to coexist with phyllis. I’m glad you got to that point.

Danny: It wasn’t easy.

Christine: I know.

Danny: Yeah.

Christine: Still, I will never forgive or forget what she did. Even after we were no longer together, she just kept coming after me. She literally almost cost me my life.

Danny: [ Sighs ] Hey, hey. I’m sorry for all the pain that phyllis caused you.

Christine: It’s not your fault. You were a victim, too. And look, we did our best to try and deal with the fallout of her actions.

[ Sighs ] I’m just glad we were able to — to move on and find happiness,

[Sighs] Even if we didn’t find it together.

Danny: [ Sighs ] Last time we saw each other, I-I, uh — I think it was, um, at your wedding.

Christine: Yeah.

Danny: You and paul are going on, what, 10 years now?

Christine: Yeah. Good — good memory.

Danny: The big-time lawyer and the chief of police, one of genoa city’s power couples.

[ Chuckles ]

Christine: I don’t know about that, given the players in this town.

Danny: But you guys are good, right? I mean…

Christine: Yeah, we’re — we’re really good.

Danny: I know that you and paul always had this deep connection and you know…

[ Chuckles ] I — I’m — I’m really happy that things are going well for you. I am.

Christine: Oh, is there someone special in your life?

Danny: Uh… wow. Um, yeah, I, um…

[Clears throat] Yeah, I’ve been seeing someone. It’s, uh — it’s, you know — it’s casual. I mean, you know, given my schedule, I — I don’t really know where it’s going. I guess time will tell, but, uh, I guess my life is full right now. But there’s always room for a dear friend.

[ Sighs ]

Nate: I’m not going to ask you about the details, but I can tell you from my own personal experience that your son will always love, admire, and respect you, even if he doesn’t always show it.

Victoria: Well, that’s a very nice sentiment, but you can’t know that for sure.

Nate: Actually, I can, because I know you. You’re understanding, forgiving. And you never miss a trick.

[ Chuckles ] Now, johnny might not be too thrilled about that last part for the next few years, but he’ll know he can trust you to be his compass no matter what. That is a gift.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] Well, let me see. When you put it that way…

[ Chuckles ]

Nate: So give the young man some space. Not so much that you start feeling anxious about what’s going on with him, but enough to give him some independence and feel trusted. Assuming you don’t have a reason to not trust him.

Victoria: That’s not the problem.

Nate: Okay. Well, then, giving him some space may be the best way to keep him from drifting too far away.

Victoria: Thank you. Thank you for this. It helped.

Nate: Anytime.

Billy: [ Sighing ]

Billy: Hi.

Lily: Hi.

Billy: I know we’re supposed to give each other some breathing room, but I really wanted to see you. Thanks for coming.

Lily: Yeah, yeah. Um, what’s this about?

Billy: Well, um, I know you’re busy, so I’ll just get straight to the point. We may be struggling badly, but I feel like our relationship is worth saving. And I want you to know that I’m gonna fight for you. For us. For everything that we have. I get bladder leaks.

Christine: We do need to stay in better touch.

Danny: Absolutely do.

Christine: Well, maybe paul and I can come to one of your concerts the next time you’re in town.

Danny: That’s funny you’d say that. I, uh — I have a concert tour date in chicago later in the year, and I already promised tickets to traci, lauren, and michael. We could, uh, make it a party?

Christine: Yeah. Sounds like a plan.

Danny: [ Sighs ] I got to get going, or I’m gonna miss my flight. I just wish we had more time.

Christine: [ Chuckles ] Is that your way of asking me to take you to the airport?

Danny: Well, I would never want to impose. But you did say you were free. And I — I feel there’s so much more to talk about.

Christine: So do I.

[ Sighs ] Looks like you’ve got yourself a ride.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Connor: Pizza this week with johnny?

Chelsea: Connor just asked…

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Chelsea: Can I take johnny and connor for pizza one night this week?

Victoria: [ Sighs ]

Victoria: Johnny has too much homework. Sure. We’ll find a night that works for all.

Billy: I know I let you down. And our problems are more about my shortcomings than they are about us as a couple.

[ Sighs ] And I’m asking you for one more chance.

Lily: [ Sighs ] Anyway, I told you how I felt. You didn’t even put in the effort into trying to make things better. And I mean, that really hurt me. You know, it made me feel like my feelings didn’t matter to you.

Billy: I messed up, lily. And… I’m so sorry. And I’m going to do whatever it takes. I’ll go to couples therapy. I’ll go today. I’ll make an appointment today. Okay? I’ll do whatever I need to do, because I — I want to fight for our relationship. I want you with all my heart. We have come so far. We’ve been through so much. We can’t stop trying now.

Lily: [ Sighs ] You’re right.

[ Chuckles ] We owe it to ourselves to keep trying.

[ Sighs ]

Billy: [ Sighs ]

Lily: [ Sighs ]

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