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Victor: Hey, son. They told me you were coming. Is there something you want to tell me?

Adam: Well, after giving it some serious thought and discussing it with a few respected individuals, I’ve decided to accept your offer to run mccall unlimited.

Victor: Hmm.

Adam: Uh, I know it may be a little premature, but I know you said you had run into some stumbling blocks about acquiring tucker’s company.

Victor: Yeah, I may have.

Adam: Well, then I would like to offer my services to do whatever’s necessary to remove those issues.

Victor: Glad to hear that. But I assure you, I’ll make the acquisition of mccall a reality.

Adam: Uh, I just have one stipulation.

Victor: Wait a minute. Only one?

Adam: [ Chuckles ] So far. Uh, I want to run mccall as its own entity. No enmeshments with newman enterprises. And I never have to answer to victoria.

Victoria: Devon. Hello.

Devon: What the hell do you want?

Victoria: A — a friendlier greeting than that?

[ Chuckles ]

Devon: Well, I’d give you one if we were friends. Why don’t you call my office and make an appointment like everybody else does?

Victoria: Oh, I just, um, thought I would bypass your personal assistant and just drop by myself. I understand you’re not in the office much these days, which is completely understandable in light of the lawsuit between you and chancellor-winters.

Devon: Alright, I’m not gonna talk about that with you.

Victoria: No, no, that’s not why I stopped by.

Devon: Okay. So, back to my first question. What do you want?

Victoria: I’d like to discuss tucker and the sale of his company.

Ashley: [ Laughs ] I can’t get over that video you sent me of dom tickling the ivories on that little keyboard.

Abby: Isn’t that the most adorable thing you’ve ever seen?

Ashley: Yes. You know, my grandson’s a genius, clearly.

Abby: Oh.

Ashley: Well, seriously. Is there anything he can’t do? He’s gonna grow up and rule the world. Or at least one of his family’s corporations, right? He could be ceo of jabot or newman, chancellor-winters, maybe.

Abby: Mccall unlimited.

Ashley: Yeah, maybe that, too.

Abby: Hmm. What’s going on with you? I mean, I haven’t seen you this happy and excited about the future in quite a while.

Ashley: We’re talking about my brilliant, gorgeous grandson. What do you mean? How could I not dote on him and envision his spectacular future?

Abby: Well, the present’s pretty interesting, too.

Ashley: Honey, anything in particular?

Abby: You’ve been spending a lot of time with tucker recently.

Ashley: Not that much, really.

Abby: And I know you said there was this thing that you were trying to force him to do, but you never told me what that thing was.

Ashley: I didn’t, did I?

Abby: No, you didn’T. So, would you care to elaborate?

Nate: Come on inside. We can speak privately here.

Daniel: [ Exhales sharply ] You know, I’m not sure I should be talking to a man who was eavesdropping on my conversation.

Nate: I can explain.

Daniel: You can start with how we “both want the same thing.” If this has anything to do with acquiring omega sphere —

Nate: No, no, no, this — none of that. This has absolutely nothing to do with business.

Daniel: It’s personal.

Nate: Very. This battle between my cousins — it’s got me worried. And from what I overheard, i gather you feel the same way.

Daniel: So you actually give a damn? I’m just asking because…

Nate: Yeah. Lily’s told you what I did.

Daniel: Betrayed your family. You were a step away from selling out the company because you got your feelings hurt. Am I close?

Nate: Look, I’ll regret what I did to the day I die. It was reckless and thoughtless, and I’ve tried to make amends.

Daniel: It’s hard to come back from something like that.

Nate: But maybe this is a way to repair some of that damage.

Daniel: What are you talking about doing?

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Abby: You’re really not gonna tell me what’s going on with tucker?

Ashley: What do you want to know?

Abby: I want to know how he wormed his way into your good graces.

Ashley: Okay, there’s been no worming.

Abby: And if he told you that he’s a changed man —

Ashley: I would say, “show me.”

Abby: Well, you know, the world’s most fascinating man would have to do something pretty big to prove that he’s changed, right? I mean, to say that he’s sorry for all the lies that he’s told, for the scheme that he was doing to try to take over chancellor-winters and jabot.

Ashley: Honey, I just can’t say anything about it right now.

Abby: Well, at least you’re having fun playing games with a man you said that you could never trust. Mom, I am worried about devon.

Ashley: I’m not playing games. I’m worried about devon, too.

Abby: He has a lot of questions that he’s trying to answer right now. Like, is his father being sincere? Should he consider buying mccall unlimited? Mom, please tell me. Do you think that tucker has changed? Devon needs someone that he can believe in. Is there a chance that tucker could be a good, honest man?

Victoria: So, here’s what i know. Tucker wants to sell mccall unlimited and divest himself of everything. He just wants to walk away. But it seems that some person of interest has come in and bought up all of his debt. I suspect that person is ashley.

Devon: Okay.

Victoria: So, my question to you is, did tucker approach you about buying the company and taking control?

Devon: That’s what you came here to ask me? Why do you care?

Victoria: I wonder — are you aware that your father approached me first about buying his company? Y-you didn’t know that, did you?

Devon: Well, why would i believe a word that comes out of your mouth anyway?

Victoria: I have nothing to gain from lying to you, but clearly tucker thought that he did.

Adam: Do you plan on telling me what’s behind that self-satisfied smile?

Victor: Oh, yeah, you want to know? It’s these demands you’re making.

Adam: To keep mccall its own entity?

Victor: That was my idea for you to run the company, as well.

Adam: Well, then we are on the same page. Good.

Victor: I just had to close certain doors to make sure that you realized where the hell you belong.

Adam: You know, jack stuck his neck out to give me that job.

Victor: Jack abbott. Good god, man, how did you ever become involved with that guy? Anyway, what was — what was the final straw?

Adam: [ Chuckles ] Are you really gonna make me do this?

Victor: Yeah. Take your time. Sit down.

Adam: [ Sighs ] I was half-assing it at jabot. My heart wasn’t in it, and i realized that I didn’t belong there. So as much as it pains me to admit this, you were right about the job — and about me. Do you struggle with occasional nerve aches

Nate: Look, this is one of the most difficult things I’ve ever been through, causing this all-out war between my cousins. Look, I shook the faith they had in the merger and the future of the company. Hell, in me. Watching the devastation that i created, bearing witness to all that pain. Don’t ask me how I sleep at night because I don’T.

[ Sighs ]

Daniel: Well, you bury yourself in your work. And you think maybe if some kind of good can come out of this, then maybe you’ll be worthy of their love and forgiveness.

Nate: Maybe that’s crossed my mind a time or two.

Daniel: Yeah. I had a feeling.

Nate: Look, I don’t expect lily to forgive me overnight — if she ever does — and it’s probably gonna take an act of god before devon and I could ever get back to where we were before I started this whole damn thing.

Daniel: That still doesn’t answer my question. What do you want me to do about it?

Nate: Help me put an end to this battle.

Daniel: Nate [Laughs] I don’t think —

Nate: Look, I can only get so close, and neither one of them will listen to me. In fact, the only thing they have in common right now is how much they hate me. So I need y– if we work together —

Daniel: Hey, hey. Wait. Wait. Let me just finish painting that picture for you. Um…you convince me to help you, devon and lily, they settle their lawsuit without any bloodshed on either side, they turn to me, they say, “oh, daniel, you’re our hero,” undying gratitude, et cetera, et cetera. And then I say, “wait, no, actually, the person that you should really be thanking is your cousin.” And there’s shock and there’s tears, forgiveness all the way around. Everybody kisses and makes up. And then they throw us this big family-style dinner party. I don’t know. I’m just spit-balling here. Is that what you have in mind?

Nate: I know what I’m up against. If it looks like I’m motivated by a sense of self-preservation, then I own it. It’s a natural human instinct to want to be accepted into one’s pack.

Daniel: Alright, well, let me — let me present you with a more plausible outcome. Um, you do all the right things. Instead of restoring the peace, you actually make things worse. You dig up a bunch of old feelings of anger and betrayal and distrust and you just make the wounds deeper. And then I wind up getting partial blame for helping the most hated guy in the family.

[ Sighs ] Yeah, that’s gonna be a hard pass for me. Um, you can count me out.

Nate: Okay. So, I was wrong, and you don’t care if lily gets her family back.

Daniel: Nate, you can’t put this back together again. Let devon and lily work it out between themselves.

[ Door closes ]

Ashley: I know how complicated this is for devon, okay? And by the way — let’s be very clear about this — tucker never does anything unless he really wants to do it.

Abby: So, now he wants to step up and be a parent? I don’t buy it.

Ashley: Well, honey, it’s not really about you. It’s — it’s about devon.

Abby: Yes, it is about devon. And he’s about to lose the company that he built with his father. He’s estranged from his cousin. He’s about to go scorched-earth with lily in court.

Ashley: I can’t tell you how much I hate to hear about that.

Abby: Imagine how I feel. I have to just sit back and watch it happen. There’s nothing I can do to stop it.

Ashley: Okay. Maybe we just have to have a little faith, okay? Everything’s gonna work out the way it’s supposed to. It’s gonna be okay.

Abby: Devon is a good man. And you know what that means. Things don’t always work out for the good guy, do they?

Abby: He’s already lost so much. He’s lost members of his family. He’s lost faith in his family. Mom, I just — I wish that —

Ashley: I understand you want to fix things.

Abby: I wish I had answers. Do you think that tucker is acting in the best interests of devon?

[ Doorknob rattles ] Or do you think this is some sort of grand gesture to try to impress you?

[ Sighs ]

Victoria: I take it that tucker didn’t let you know that you weren’t the first one he offered his company to?

Devon: No, he made it seem like I was the only person he was gonna approach.

Victoria: Well, of course. You know, please don’t take my word for it. You should ask him yourself.

Devon: Right. You said he took the offer off the table, though, right?

Victoria: Yes, that’s right. After some mysterious entity bought up all of the debt, all of a sudden, mccall was no longer in the market.

Devon: Hmm.

Victoria: Look, the way that he’s been going back and forth and being less than transparent, I don’t blame you for not trusting him.

Devon: Well, I’m just trying to figure out why you care so much that you’d come all the way here to talk about it with me.

Victoria: I have a question for you.

Devon: What’s that?

Victoria: Newman is still very much interested in buying mccall unlimited, and I’d like to know where you stand, just in case I am forced to play hardball.

Victor: [ Sighs ] All I ever wanted is for you to be at a place where you can be happy, where you could grow.

Adam: Well, that’s why I feel like this is — this is the right move for me.

Victor: Yeah.

Adam: I just had an enlightening conversation with sharon. She, uh, helped me find some clarity on a few things.

Victor: What wisdom could sharon possibly impart?

Adam: She told me I need to find something that I’m passionate about, something that I can commit myself to, you know, give me a sense of purpose. And then I realized that is exactly what you were offering me.

Victor: You know, there were some people who warned me that you would never believe that I’m on your side.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] Well, there’s nothing I enjoy more than proving people wrong.

Victor: [ Laughs ] Especially when they’re the newmans, right? Son, I’m your father. I know you.

Adam: Dad, thank you for, um, not giving up on me. But, uh, back to the business at hand.

Victor: You mean mccall.

Adam: Mm. Are you certain that victoria is on board with this? She knows about your plan and me?

Victor: Don’t you worry about victoria, alright? Leave her to me. Known as a loving parent.

Lily: Hey.

Daniel: Hey.

Lily: I got your message while I was on a call with amanda.

Daniel: Yeah. She’s doing well?

Lily: Yeah. Yeah, she’s good. She’s excited to sink her teeth into hamilton-winters. Which I don’t know if that’s because she’s motivated or because she wants to make devon pay, but I don’t really care. I just want to win.

Daniel: You know, maybe if you could come to an understanding with your brother, there could be a quick resolution.

Lily: Quick? No. I mean, it’s corporate law. It could take years. But anyway, it doesn’t matter. Let’s, um — let’s sit. What, uh — what’s going on? Is there a problem with the project?

Daniel: No, no, nothing like that.

Lily: Okay. Well, you made it sound important.

Daniel: Well, it is. Uh, it’s about you. Nate, actually. Um, I just thought I should give you a heads-up.

Lily: What is it?

Daniel: He overheard us at society earlier.

Lily: Right. Of course he did. What did he — what did he hear? What were we saying?

Daniel: Hamilton versus winters, uh, you and devon. He was just trying to recruit me to help put an end to the lawsuit.

Lily: He said that?

Daniel: He feels responsible for the original rift between the two of you. Maybe he’s thinking —

Lily: Right, thinking that we will forgive him if he just tries to solve everything? I mean [Scoffs] Of course he would. Of course, once again, he thinks it’s all about the great nate hastings.

Devon: You know, victoria, i have enough problems in my life right now. I don’t need to add tucker to the list.

Victoria: Well, that’s very interesting, but for my own clarification, does that mean that you are not considering the purchase of mccall unlimited?

Devon: Uh, I don’t have anything to say to you about that ’cause we’re not buddies. You literally tried to go after my company not that long ago. Remember?

Victoria: I think we’ve been through that.

Devon: We have, and you’re still denying it, so… you think you can come over here today and try to talk to me about my business dealings? Come on. Tucker isn’t that the only person I don’t trust in this town.

Victoria: I’ve been very transparent with you about this. I want that company.

Devon: Okay. I can’t help you get it.

Victoria: Look, you know tucker’s just trying to use this to score points with you. He just wants to manipulate his way back into your life. You think you don’t trust him now? Well, just wait. If you buy mccall [Chuckles] That’s gonna be very complicated because that company is not a gift. It’s a curse. It’s the complete opposite of what you built at hamilton-winters. So, you just say the word, and I’ll take care of everything. You don’t have to do a thing. I’m pretty sure that that’s what’s best for everyone.

[ Door opens and closes ]

Tucker: Hey, how are you, abby?

Abby: I’ll talk to you soon.

Ashley: I love you.

Abby: I love you. Goodbye.

[ Door closes ]

Ashley: I hope you have good news.

Tucker: I have not heard from devon about my offer.

Ashley: Oh, that’s unfortunate.

Tucker: Yeah, but, uh, I feel like I got my second wind. I dug deep, and I think I’ve found some viable options.

Ashley: I want to hear all about it.

Tucker: Okay. So, what if we made the sale of the company contingent upon large-scale charitable donations to causes that are near and dear to your heart? For instance, um, the future is female, right? So we would — yeah, it is. So we would advocate for girls and young women pursuing careers in the sciences, um, environmental groups. You know, we’d clean up the oceans and that kind of thing. So, whoever bought the company would need to be prepared to educate and beautify the planet because it would be baked into any contract I signed. Only sustainable practices and all that.

[ Both laugh ]

Ashley: You would do all that?

Tucker: Yeah, sure. And more.

Ashley: Just for me?

Tucker: For us, for — for the world, for the — for the universe. I’m trying to think globally, you know.

Ashley: Right. Well, could you maybe just work locally? Please don’t give up on devon.

Tucker: [ Sighs ] He’s inflexible.

Ashley: No, he’s being cautious.

Tucker: Well, what am i supposed to do?

Ashley: You just found a million ways to change the world. You can’t think of one or two to change devon’s mind?

Tucker: There’s only so much one man can do.

Ashley: Yeah, but you’re not any man, are you? You are tucker mccall, right? You go where other men don’t tread. They don’T. Things might get difficult, they might take more time, but you get them done.

Tucker: You’re not exaggerating, are you?

Ashley: I’m not. But then again, I can’t help but think if this was one of your silly business deals motivated by your ego and your greed, it would have been done by sunset. So, maybe you just don’t want it enough. We do it every night.

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Lily: [ Scoffs ] I mean, the fact that nate is spying on my conversation — it’s like, should I be worried about him again?

Daniel: I don’t think it was intentional, and I doubt he wants to try and use that information against you.

Lily: Well, I mean, he’s done things in the past that i thought he was never capable of.

Daniel: Exactly why I told him it was a bad idea. And I told him he wasn’t involved and he should stay out of it.

Lily: Good. Thank you.

Daniel: But I got to say — and I know it’s none of my business — the guy is hurting over what he almost did to chancellor-winters.

Lily: Uh-huh. He should be.

Daniel: Do you think the crime deserves a life sentence?

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Daniel: Okay. Yeah. No, no, no, I — I will shut my mouth. You’re right. It’s none of my business. None of my business. After — after I say just this one last thing. He sincerely wants to help you and devon find a peaceful resolution.

Lily: Yeah, that’s great. I would like that, too. Everybody wants peace in their family. I mean, all I wanted was for us to work together and build something that we could be proud of. But then, you know, billy walks away. Nate tries to destroy it all. Devon’s now suing me. It’s like, why is this happening?

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Abby: Studying for a test?

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hi.

Devon: Didn’t hear you come in.

Abby: Mwah! I had a few minutes before my staff meeting. I wanted to see how you’re doing.

Devon: Oh, yeah?

Abby: Yeah.

Devon: Good. I’m just going over some financials here.

Abby: Oh. For hamilton-winters?

Devon: No. For mccall unlimited, actually.

Abby: Okay.

Devon: Yeah. You got here at the perfect time.

Abby: I love hearing that.

Devon: I could use some fresh eyes on this, if you don’t mind.

Abby: Okay. What is it?

Tucker: Um, do you remember when I filled in for mccall a few years back?

Abby: Yes, when tucker went off the grid in search of enlightenment.

Devon: Exactly. Yeah. And I did everything I can to make sure that the company didn’t fall off the deep end.

Abby: I remember.

Devon: Well, the people that he left in charge ignored all the fixes that I put in place and they fell back into some bad practices and the company’s never really recovered.

Abby: Okay. Well, are you saying it’s not worth buying anymore?

Devon: Well, no, that’s the thing, is even though it’s a mess, it has good bones. And I think that if, you know, there’s the right person leading it, it would just take a few tweaks to cut off the divisions that aren’t operating up to par. And it actually would be pretty valuable and worth something.

Abby: Are you interested in being that right person?

Devon: That I don’t know. But I have been thinking that it’s probably not a good idea to enter into this lawsuit with lily, uh, with having nothing but my hat in my hands.

Abby: Because you could lose and end up with nothing.

Devon: Right. And this would be the answer to that. So, I don’t know. Maybe I should consider buying mccall just ’cause it would definitely be a safety net for me.

Victor: Sweetheart, have you met with devon concerning the purchase of mccall?

Victoria: I have. He claimed he wasn’t interested.

Victor: Oh, really? You don’t believe him, do you?

Victoria: Well, it wasn’t the friendliest of meetings.

Victor: I’m not surprised.

Victoria: I let him know what my intentions are, and he would neither confirm nor deny my suspicions.

Victor: That means we shift into high gear right now. We go after mccall, and once we have it, it’ll remain a separate entity from newman.

Victoria: I beg your pardon?

Victor: You heard me correctly. It’ll remain a separate entity from newman, and adam will be in charge.

Victoria: Dad, you can’t be serious about that.

Victor: You’ve always known that I wanted him to run that new corporation.

Victoria: No, that was when i assumed that mccall would be kept a part of newman. Look, I’ve — I’ve reworked the numbers and what buying it would entail and —

Victor: We keep what’s worth it and we throw out the rest.

Victoria: Exactly. That’s exactly right. We need to get rid of the dead weight.

Victor: And adam will be the ceo of the new corporation. You either accept the deal, or it’s off the table.

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Victoria: You’re using what could be a very attractive acquisition to bribe your son into being beholden to you.

Victor: That is not why I’m doing it. I’m doing this for the sake of my son. This will empower him.

Victoria: Dad, he would never be able to stand the scrutiny if he had to answer to me, and that’s exactly another reason why you’re doing this. You don’t care if the acquisition is profitable or not. You just want adam to feel like he’s the big man in charge.

Victor: The discussion is over, okay? Adam will be in charge.

[ Knock on door ] Come in!

[ Door opens ]

Nate: Hey. Victor.

Victor: Hey, nate.

Nate: Always good to see you. Uh, look, I can come back if you’re —

Victor: No, no, it’s alright. I’m just on the way out, okay? No further discussion about this.

[ Door closes ]

Victoria: [ Sighs ]

Nate: Whatever that was about, I am glad I missed it.

Victoria: My father and i were discussing mccall.

Nate: Any new updates?

Victoria: Dad is adamant about putting adam in charge of the company, which would be palatable if I knew that mccall were gonna be a part of newman and I would be the one making the final decisions.

Nate: But your father has plans of his own.

Victoria: He just informed me that he intends to keep mccall a separate entity, with adam in charge, answering to no one.

Nate: And you’re not having that.

Victoria: Absolutely not. Now, there is no way that I am letting adam get his hands on that company.

Nate: So, what are you gonna do — kill the deal?

Victoria: Oh, no, no. No. No way in hell. Mccall is mine.

Devon: I mean, mccall could definitely be a great insurance policy for me.

Abby: Thank you.

Devon: Yeah. ‘Cause no matter what ends up happening, I’d still have a company, you know? And it would be something that’s established, that I can still build on. But at the same time, I have to consider who’s selling me this company. And why would I trust anything he says at this point after what he’s done? Maybe this is just his way of manipulating me to get back into my life again.

Abby: Hear me out.

Devon: Sure.

Abby: What if tucker means well? What if there are no strings attached?

Devon: I — I don’t know “what if?” ‘Cause that’s never been the case. You know, I — you’re very trusting. I know you didn’t get that trait from victor newman.

Abby: Well, maybe you should get to know victor newman a little bit better — ’cause my dad thinks that people can change and that family is the most important thing. And I just happen to agree with him. So, maybe — maybe you can admit that you’re wrong about that?

Devon: Yeah, okay.

Abby: Okay?

Devon: I’m wrong about that. You’re right.

Abby: You’re wrong about that, and then maybe…

Devon: Hmm?

Abby: …You could admit that it’s possible that you could be wrong about your own father?

Devon: It’s possible? Uh, well…I did find out that he offered to sell his company to newman before coming to me.

Abby: How’d you find that out?

Devon: ‘Cause your sister came over here and told me. And she wanted to know if he tried to sell it to me yet.

Abby: So, she said that he tried to sell it to newman first?

Devon: Mm-hmm. And then she made it very, very clear that newman is very interested in buying it. She’s something else, I’ll tell you.

Abby: Okay, I do love my sister, devon.

Devon: I know you love your sister. I know. I love my sister, too.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Devon: Whether or not she’ll ever believe that again is another story.

Abby: But the question is, what’s victoria’s next move?

Tucker: I think you know how much I want this. Even I can’t control a human heart.

Ashley: Well, the tucker mccall that I used to know would never let anything stand between him and what he desired.

Tucker: So, you want me to move heaven and earth?

Tucker: Wouldn’t be the first time. You’re actually gonna let your child dictate how the rest of your life unfolds?

Tucker: I just don’t want to force the issue onto him.

Ashley: Think of another way. I mean, you’re not trying to ruin devon. You’re trying to help him. Selling mccall to him is a game changer, not just for devon, but for you… for your grandson… for the future.

Tucker: And what’s the future for us? Is there an us? I see —

[Sneezing]

Lily: I just was so excited when we started this journey. You know? I really, really thought that we could build something that my dad and katherine would be proud of.

Daniel: Something you could all be proud of.

Lily: Yeah, I thought we would build a legacy, you know, something that would outlast all of us.

Daniel: Big dreams.

Lily: [ Exhales sharply ] Yeah. I guess too big.

Daniel: No. No. That’s garbage. Look, you’re running a multimillion-dollar company. You are loyal. You’re focused. And if you’re too damn polite to say it, I’ll say it for you.

Lily: Say what?

Daniel: You’re giving 110% every day, into the night. You are living to make this thing a reality. I’m right, right? Right. I’m right, aren’t I?

Lily: Yeah. Close.

Daniel: So it makes sense that you would expect at least that much from your family and the people around you. You know, they’re the ones that are supposed to be there fighting with you, you know, for the things that you want and they’re supposed to be there to support you. So, I don’t want to hear that you failed or that you failed anyone else. You didn’t fail the company. Everyone around you —

they failed you.

Devon: Victoria is trying to salvage the deal that she had in place before tucker pulled out.

Abby: But why did tucker kill the deal? It doesn’t make any sense. He had a sure thing. Did victoria say what turned him off?

Devon: If she knew, she didn’t tell me. But I get the feeling that she thinks it’s tied to whoever bought tucker’s debt.

Abby: So, there may be a connection between tucker and the person or entity who owns his debt. Interesting. Well, does that make you want to make a deal? Or does it make you want to walk away?

Tucker: Okay, you just, uh — you just tell me what it is you want, and I’ll make it happen.

Ashley: Be careful what you wish for.

Tucker: You say the word.

Ashley: Look, I want this to work. I want to know that you are sincere about wanting to heal things with devon. I want you to be a man that he can believe in and a man that he can trust. And I want you to help him love that beautiful little boy of his. And I really want to stop thinking about all of this because I’m terrified that i feel anything for you.

Tucker: Okay. [ Chuckles ] You’re in a conundrum, aren’t you? But I tell you — oh.

[ Cellphone pings ]

[ Gasps ] Unbelievable.

Ashley: What?

Tucker: This is good. It’s from devon — “let’s talk.”

[ Chuckles ] It’s so perfect, the timing of it. It’s the universe.

Ashley: What do you mean?

Tucker: You — the kiss. You kissed me, and it was so — it was life-changing and world-shaking and — and powerful enough to change devon’s perspective. He could feel the vibrations, you see, across —

Ashley: Well, it wasn’t that good, not really.

Tucker: You’re a liar. It was good. We just took a step in the right direction, and now the world is spinning the right way for me.

Ashley: [ Laughs ] You’re weird.

Tucker: Yes, I am. But I’ve — I’ve found a moral obligation, you see, to, uh —

[Laughing] To do good for others.

Ashley: Really?

Devon: Yes. Sacrifice. I’m gonna sacrifice self-interest to help those i love. Yeah, things are falling into place for me, baby. And for us and devon. You don’t feel that?

Ashley: No.

Tucker: Eh. Don’t worry. You will.

Ashley: Mm.

Tucker: Change is coming. Before this whole thing is through, you’re going to see that we are absolutely meant to be together.

Ashley: Get out of here.

Tucker: Yai-da-da-ee

ya-da-da, da-da-dum

Ashley: [ Chuckles ]

Tucker: Doo-da-da-dai

Victoria: I guess you haven’t heard. I always get what I want, one way or another.

Nate: What about compromise? So both sides get what they want and no one feels like they’ve lost.

Victoria: Well, you know, that might work on the playground, but that just don’t work in the corporate world. The corporate world is messy. It’s ugly. It’s very unforgiving. It’s like in a family. You know, these issues — they’re constantly changing. You have to remind yourself this is a marathon. It’s not a sprint. You have to pace yourself. You have to have fun with it and let them think that they’re winning. And then you go in for the kill. Do you trust me?

Nate: You know I do.

Victoria: Good. You just put yourself in my hands, nate. I have everything under control.

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[ Knock on door ]

Chelsea: One second.

Adam: Hi.

Chelsea: Hi. What are you doing here?

Adam: Uh, I came to check on you. I was just, um… oh. It’s like you were expecting me.

Chelsea: Oh…yeah, I was just making a little lunch. If I knew you were stopping by, I would have set a place for you.

Adam: Uh, looks a little crowded there. Connor’s at school, right?

Chelsea: Yeah.

Adam: Mm. So, the actual place setting is for, uh — let me guess — billy?

Chelsea: I know you dislike him, but you don’t think he should be allowed to eat lunch?

Adam: I think there’s a whole lot of nice restaurants he could get a lunch in genoa city. I don’t know why he’s got to come here.

Chelsea: Adam, things are going well for me. I’m making progress. I’m putting in the work. Billy has been there for me every step of the way. Okay? He’s a part of my life. So please leave your bad attitude at the door.

Adam: Some people say my bad attitude is the best quality i have.

Chelsea: Adam, I’m serious. I don’t need any of your negativity surrounding my friendship with billy.

Adam: It’s not the friendship that I’m worried about. I’m guessing it’s gone past the “we’re just friends” part.

Chelsea: Maybe it has.

Sharon: Flowers and chelsea’s favorite pastries. You must be headed upstairs.

Billy: I am, yeah. She’s making lunch. You know, I don’t want to show up empty-handed. That would be in poor form.

Sharon: Well, look at you, billy abbott. When did you become so thoughtful?

Billy: [ Chuckles ] It’s a box of pastries and a grocery-bought bouquet of flowers. It’s not a big deal, sharon.

Sharon: Well, it is often the small, thoughtful gestures that speak volumes.

Billy: I feel like there’s more to that statement.

Sharon: I think it’s really admirable, the way that you have stepped up for chelsea. You have been instrumental in her reclaiming her life.

Billy: But…?

Sharon: I do worry. Obviously, the bond between you two is growing stronger.

Billy: Yeah, it is, but isn’t it supposed to?

Sharon: Yes, ordinarily. But you two came together under extraordinary circumstances, and chelsea has made great stride in her recovery, but she’s still in a fragile state, billy.

Kyle: Hey. Did you work from home this morning?

Summer: I did.

Kyle: Sorry I didn’t wake you. I went into the office early to conference with milan, and after my late night last night, it feels like I haven’t seen you in forever. What’s wrong?

Summer: Do you really want to know?

Kyle: Well, when you say it like that, I’m not so sure anymore.

Summer: I’ll tell you what’s wrong. Sally freakin’ spectra.

[ Sighs heavily ]

Sally: I ran into summer yesterday…and it was pretty uncomfortable.

Nick: [ Exhales heavily ] You told her?

Sally: Everything.

Nick: Everything?

Sally: Everything.

Nick: You told her all of it? You’re pregnant. It’s adam’S. We’re still together.

Sally: Mm-hmm. Yeah. All of it. I don’t know. I-I’m sorry. Really, I just thought it would be a good thing. But she just accused me of creating chaos wherever I go.

Nick: Sorry she said that to you.

Sally: Yeah, well, the worst part is she’s not wrong. I mean, this whole thing is a mess. (Phyllis) oooh, hearts

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Sharon: I don’t want to overstep, billy.

Billy: I know you don’T. Look, you’ve been nothing but respectful towards chelsea throughout her recuperation. And, uh, it’s obvious you come from a place of concern.

Sharon: Yes, I do. And I’m not chelsea’s therapist, but I do have some thoughts.

Billy: Well, I always appreciate your input. You’ve always been a big help. So, don’t stop now.

Sharon: What if you don’t like what I have to say?

Billy: I’m still gonna listen. Look, you’re a trained professional, okay? I’m a fool with some flowers and some — some baked goods. But we’re both concerned about chelsea, and, uh, the big difference being you actually have the experience to help.

Sharon: Okay, so, from my objective point of view, I do worry about her dependency on you. I know that you’ve made a deep commitment to helping her get through this crisis, and you have lived up to that and more. But I’m here all day. I see how often you come through here to go up and check in on her. And I imagine your relationship has gotten pretty close.

Billy: We’re good friends. Maybe a little bit more, but i feel like that’s a natural progression.

Sharon: Of course.

Billy: Look, sharon, I would never do anything consciously to jeopardize chelsea’s progress.

Sharon: Well, it doesn’t have to be conscious in order to be harmful.

Billy: So, you think our friendship is hurting her?

Sharon: I think that you are too close to the situation to be aware of any of the potential dangers. She’s still in a very vulnerable state, billy.

Billy: Yes, but she is getting better.

Sharon: How much of that is because you’re around? We all know that a new romance is enough to buoy anyone’s mood.

Billy: That’s a good thing, isn’t it?

Sharon: Ordinarily, yes, it can, but…it’s almost like it’s artificially lifting her spirits. And chelsea needs to get through this on her own. It’s the only way that she’s going to come out the other side stronger than she was before. I’m not saying that her dependency on you is causing her to regress. It’s just something for you to be aware of.

Daniel: Hey. How you doing?

Lily: Good. How are you?

Daniel: Oh. I’m good. I’m good. Thank you for meeting with me.

Lily: Of course. So, thankfully, jill has agreed to move forward with omega sphere even while we get everything at the company sorted out.

Daniel: Right. Good. Well, I owe you for that. I know you’ve been fighting for this, so thank you.

Lily: Well, of course I have. I believe in you, and I believe in the project. And that’s why I feel like, no matter what has happened with heather and no matter how you feel about it, this venture is way too important to walk away from. You’ve put too much time and energy into it.

Daniel: I’ll keep that in mind.

Lily: Daniel, I mean it, okay? This is not just a beautiful gift for your daughter. You’re creating something impactful. And it’s a way to reinvent yourself, just like heather and lucy told you.

Daniel: You know I can be a little slow on the uptake sometimes. Plus, I needed to do some wallowing after they left. So, thank you for being patient with me.

Lily: Yeah, of course. I mean, look, it was kind of like hanging out with eeyore, but, you know…

[ Both laugh ]

Daniel: And I’m glad that you can ridicule me for it. It just makes me feel so much better about myself.

Lily: Good. Good. Laughter means that you’re moving on.

Daniel: And, again, I’m grateful to you for that.

Lily: Well, you know who i owe a big thank-you to. Chelsea.

Adam: Well, good thing you didn’t invite me to lunch — because after learning your relationship with billy has progressed beyond friendship, I’ve lost my appetite.

Chelsea: Trust me. I know about your opinions on billy.

Billy: Listen, chelsea, come on. It’s not an opinion. It’s a fact. Billy abbott is a self-serving walking train wreck who cannot possibly have your best interests at heart. You deserve so much better than that.

Chelsea: Is that a fact?

Adam: It’s absolutely a fact.

Chelsea: Why can’t you just let go of this animosity and be happy for me that I’m in a good place? You know, I’m doing all the work, and good things are finally happening for me.

Adam: But, chelsea, I am happy for you. And it’s actually because you are doing the work that you need to be worried. You have to keep your guard up.

Chelsea: Why do you say that?

Adam: From experience. Billy abbott is toxic.

[ Knock on door ]

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] Come in!

Billy: Is everything okay?

Adam: Perfectly fine.

Billy: I was actually asking chelsea.

Adam: Yeah, but you’re concerned about me being here, which is absurd. My son lives here, and chelsea is his mother, so — I know you understand the concept of co-parenting.

Billy: Adam, can you stop talking? I was asking chelsea if she’s alright, and she can answer for herself.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] I used to pre-rinse dishes cause my old detergent

Chelsea: Alright, everybody calm down. You’re in my house, so you got to abide by my rules. Rule number one is you have to be kind and respectful to one another. If you can’t do that, you got to leave, both of you.

Billy: I got no problem with that.

Adam: Sure. We’re all friends.

Chelsea: You never did tell me why you stopped by.

Adam: I just wanted to check in. I wanted to see how you’re progressing. You seem like you’re doing well.

Chelsea: I am. And I appreciate you checking in. I really do.

Adam: I know you do. Um…enjoy your lunch.

Chelsea: Thank you.

Adam: You’re welcome.

Chelsea: Ooh! Flowers and pastries. Thank you.

Billy: Really not a problem, not a big deal. Just thought I would bring something sweet and pretty to put on the table for lunch.

Chelsea: Mm. So, if I invite you over for dinner, you’re gonna bring something even more decadent?

Billy: You’re gonna have to invite me and find out.

Chelsea: Maybe I will.

Billy: So, what’d I miss?

Chelsea: You know, I think adam’s just lost right now. He would never admit it, but i think he stopped by to see me because I’m the most stable thing in his life right now. Imagine that.

Billy: You sound worried about him.

Chelsea: [ Sighs ] I am a little. Adam’s had a lot of changes in his life recently. That can be unsettling for anyone, but especially adam.

Billy: You know, you said that the last time he came to you to get something off his chest. So, what’s going on with him?

Chelsea: It’s not really my place to share, but if you’re so concerned about him, you should ask him.

Billy: Oh, yeah, that would go over very well. You know, I just don’t want him to get into one of those phases, you know? That’s when all the terrible things happen.

Chelsea: I know, but I don’t think you should judge him for something he hasn’t done yet.

Billy: Fair enough, and i don’t want to talk about adam anymore. I want to talk about you.

Chelsea: Me?

Billy: Yes. You invite me over for this fancy lunch, and you hint at something special that’s going on, on the phone. What’s up?

Summer: I just — I can’t believe this woman. I can’t believe the way that she’s latched onto my dad. And I cannot believe this latest stunt she’s pulled.

Kyle: Okay, whatever it is, I’m sure there’s a reasonable explanation for it.

Summer: She’s pregnant.

Kyle: Oh, um… I didn’t see that coming. Well, maybe it’s a blessing that —

Summer: It’s adam’S.

> Kyle: You can’t be serious. Okay. Well, at least she won’t be in our lives.

Summer: No, my dad is sticking by her. He’s committed as ever.

Kyle: What is wrong with him? That is — wow!

Summer: See? Even you can’t put a positive spin on this. It’s a disaster.

Kyle: O-okay. It’s a lot to take in, uh… I mean, a lot. But…we can work through this. It’s just a complicated situation.

Summer: Complicated? Kyle, this is a nightmare.

[ Sighs ] And you know what? When she was telling me about it, it was like she expected me to be happy for her. And you know what? I actually think that she just wanted to watch me squirm, and she enjoyed every single second of it.

Kyle: Well, I doubt that.

Summer: What’d you just say?

Kyle: I-I doubt that she was loving every second of it, summer. It’s not like she did this intentionally.

Summer: We really don’t know that.

Kyle: I think we have to operate under the assumption this isn’t a stunt. It’s a baby. I’m sure she had a lot on her mind and a lot to worry about without considering how this situation affects you.

Sally: I’m just kicking myself.

Nick: About what?

Sally: Actually thinking that summer could offer some understanding or support. I mean, there’s absolutely no reason why she would or should. So I don’t blame her. I mean, what was she supposed to say? How was she supposed to react? “Yes, I am having a baby with your uncle, but don’t worry. Your father and I are doing just fine. Never better, actually, and I’m so sorry still about that whole job-stealing thing.”

Nick: That was a lifetime ago. You’re a different person now.

Sally: Yeah, I know, but my life is just as chaotic right now.

Nick: Look, something happened that you didn’t plan for. It’s gonna be okay. That’s the way life works. It’s not ideal, but we’re gonna make the best of it. And it’s not like you’re alone. I’m right here, and I’m not going anywhere. Now, I know you’ve got your doctor’s appointment later today. Is that something you want me to go to with you?

Sally: No, it’s fine. It’s not one of the fun ones with the ultrasound and all that.

Nick: Alright, well, if you change your mind, call me and I’ll be right there. So, here’s what we’re gonna do. You’re not gonna worry about summer or anything else. Your doctor appointment is your focus. The baby’s your focus. It’s our focus.

Sharon: Hey. How are you?

Adam: I am fine.

Sharon: And that tone says that you are not. How are things going with sally? Are you still okay with the situation?

Adam: Sharon, please don’t do that.

Sharon: Do what?

Adam: I don’t need you to therapist me. I’m just — I’m here for the coffee.

Sharon: It’s called being a friend, adam. Most people show some awareness for what their friends are dealing with. I’m trying to show some concern for how you’re facing this because I know you’re going through a rough time, but if you don’t like it, there are plenty of other places in genoa city that serve coffee.

Adam: There are?

Sharon: Don’t make a joke.

Adam: What? Who is joking? I — I have not seen these coffee-serving establishments, so I’m gonna need a list and maybe a map.

Sharon: Mm-hmm. I know what you’re doing. You don’t know how to deal with your emotions, and so you’re just lashing out.

Adam: [ Laughs ] Are you sure you’re not trying to therapist me?

Sharon: Oh, I don’t know. Maybe a little. But I know that you are going through a tough time. And I’m sure that running into billy upstairs at chelsea’s is the reason for your foul mood.

Adam: You can’t really think chelsea getting involved with billy right now is a good idea.

Sharon: I have not spoken to chelsea, but I did give my opinion to billy just now.

Adam: I mean, this guy — he has just made himself a fixture in chelsea’s life, and it’s like he needs her to need him and he does not care how it affects her or her recovery.

Sharon: Have you shared your feelings with chelsea?

Adam: I have. And they have not gotten through. But she would listen to you. I mean, she respects you. You guys have professional history together. I think that you should maybe say something to her —

Sharon: I think that you should stop. Some people are born to hustle.

Chelsea: It was so great. I mean, it felt like — like fate, bumping into him.

Billy: Bumping into who? You still haven’t told me who this person is.

Chelsea: Oh, sorry. Daniel.

Billy: Romalotti.

Chelsea: Yeah. I pitched him an idea where we could use omega sphere to help users’ mental health.

Billy: I didn’t think you were that far along. I thought it was more of a preliminary idea.

Chelsea: Well, it was. But I talked to my therapist about it, and she’s on board. She thinks it would be good for me, very healing to work behind the scenes on a project like this.

Billy: Well, that’s great. That’s great. How did daniel come about this information?

Chelsea: Well, I was leaving my therapy session, and I bumped into him and lily at the coffeehouse. So I just asked him. I asked him if I could share my idea, he said yes, and then it just kind of came pouring out.

Billy: And lily was there. So, how did that go? She can be a little bit of a tough crowd.

Chelsea: She listened and asked questions. I mean, she was a little concerned that maybe it’s too much too soon, but she seemed to like it.

Billy: Well, that sounds very promising.

Chelsea: Yeah. Well, I had this idea where players go through mazes and obstacles that are personal to them, relating to previous traumas in their lives.

Billy: I’m thrilled that you’re using your personal experience for something good.

Chelsea: You’re the reason all of this is possible. So, this fancy lunch, as you like to call it, it’s a — it’s a celebration of my next steps. It’s a celebration of getting closer to being the person i want to be. It’s a celebration of us.

Daniel: You still haven’t explained why you owe chelsea a debt of gratitude.

Lily: Well…because she… helped re-energize you with the idea that she pitched, you know? She made you excited about the possibilities again.

Daniel: Yeah, I think it’s a good idea. I also think it’s really brave of her to want to take something so personal and turn it into this big project. I mean, that had to be really painful for her. And I think it’s inspiring, don’t you?

Lily: Yeah, absolutely.

Daniel: It reminded me of why I wanted to do this in the first place. Her idea sort of crystallized what I want to accomplish with omega sphere.

Lily: I know, and that’s why I want to thank her. She made you excited again. I’m happy about that.

Daniel: Mm. Good. Good. Well, look, we’ll have someone on the team handle all the coding for her and all the technical aspects. And I guess I’ll just help to shape her vision.

Lily: Yeah, great. Do what you have to do. I’m just happy to see you excited again.

[ Chuckles ] It’s exactly the kind of good news I needed today.

[ Menu clatters ]

Daniel: You remember when we joked about creating a game that could help you deal with family conflict? Kind of what we’re doing.

Lily: Yeah. On one level.

Daniel: Well, you see how valuable that is, right?

Lily: [ Laughs ] Oh, I see what you’re doing. You’re using omega sphere to get me to talk about what I don’t want to talk about. Very clever.

Summer: Did you just defend sally spectra to me?

Kyle: I think she has more important things on her mind than trying to get a rise out of you, that’s all. I’m sure she’s scared and anxious about the situation she finds herself in. But the most important thing for everyone, including you, is the health and well-being of that baby.

Summer: Ugh. You’re right. She’s bringing a new life into this world, so I guess we all need to focus on the baby. But, kyle, if you think for a second that she wouldn’t use that baby to manipulate my dad, you are so naive.

Kyle: I think you have to face the fact that your dad’s relationship with sally has taken a few steps past being a casual thing. And if nick has chosen to stay by sally’s side during the pregnancy, then that’s —

[ Knock on door ] Are you expecting someone?

Summer: No, but I have an idea of who it is.

Kyle: [ Sighs ]

Nick: We need to talk. I brought in ensure max protein

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Kyle: Good to see you, nick.

Nick: You too.

Kyle: See you later.

Nick: I assume you know what this is about.

Summer: What exactly did sally tell you?

Nick: She told me that you two talked yesterday.

Summer: And, what, she just ran to go tell you all about it and now you’re here to scold me like a child?

Nick: I’m not here to scold you, summer. I just want this out in the open. Sally knows she’s never gonna get your support and understanding, but I expect it.

Summer: I’m running a little low on those things lately.

Nick: Look, I get it. You have a problem with this on a lot of different levels. You and sally have a messy history, but that was a long time ago. And things have really worked out for you since, right?

Summer: No, this isn’t about me holding a grudge. You’re confusing me for mom. I’m concerned for you.

Nick: Nothing is happening to me.

Summer: Dad, she’s using you.

Nick: No, she’s not. That is a hurtful and baseless accusation.

Summer: I have a question for you. How long did she know she was pregnant before she told you?

Nick: She didn’t tell me right away.

Summer: [ Scoffs ] Maybe she took her time on purpose. Maybe she wanted to wait so that she could reel you in and deepen your relationship with her.

Nick: Why would she do that?

Summer: So that you would do exactly what you’re doing right now, so that you would stand by her and protect her from adam.

Sharon: Let me explain.

Adam: Look, you said stop, so I will stop. I am not gonna say another word.

Sharon: What I meant was stop focusing on other people’s issues and deal with your own life. I know you, adam. Whatever you’re projecting to the world — this glib, devil-may-care attitude — I know you do care. Look, sally made a choice, and it was one that probably hurt your feelings, but it’s out of your control. And the same goes for chelsea. She has decided to spend her time with somebody else. And while you may be concerned about her, running around and ranting about billy doesn’t help the situation. It’s just a distraction. It allows you to avoid doing what you should be doing and paying attention to what you can control.

Adam: And what would that be?

Sharon: What about your job? Didn’t jack give you a great opportunity at jabot?

Adam: Um…yeah. Um, about that…

Sharon: What, did something go wrong?

Adam: Oh, well, would you look at that? Maybe my former colleague can explain what went wrong.

Sharon: “Former”?

Adam: Kyle. You remember me? How are things going at the old jabot salt mine?

Billy: I mean, I’m not surprised daniel loves the idea. He’s a brooding, artistic type, and this is a real story with real human emotion.

Chelsea: Yeah. He seemed to like how it would fit with his platform. So I think we could come up with a deal. He even laid out how it would all work.

Billy: What do you mean?

Chelsea: Well, his company would deal with the coding and mechanics. I would oversee that and design the visuals.

Billy: Sounds very promising.

Chelsea: Yeah. I thought the exact same thing.

Billy: You know, I’m wondering how this might work, actually, because, uh…

[ Clears throat ] I mean, does daniel have the authority to make these decisions on his own? Or do jill and lily still need to sign off?

Chelsea: Well, like I said, lily was there, and she heard everything. She seemed to like it. Unless she was just being polite. I mean, I did pitch this thing in the middle of a coffee shop.

Billy: No, no, no, no. No, not at all. If lily seemed like she liked it, I’m sure that’s true. You know, she can be brutal when it comes to business. And a lot of deals are made after elevator pitches. And this is your version of that.

Chelsea: I guess so.

Billy: Look, I’m sure it went as well as you think it did, okay? And they’d be foolish not to take this project. And they are not fools over there. They got rid of the last one when I walked out the door.

Chelsea: [ Laughs ]

Billy: I really think this is a perfect fit for daniel’s platform.

Chelsea: You do?

Billy: Yeah.

Chelsea: Really?

Billy: I’m very excited about it.

Chelsea: Okay. Well, that makes me feel better because I’m a little anxious about the business side of it all — you know, the — the contracts, negotiations, hiring.

Billy: Yeah, don’t worry about that. That’s just me falling into my corporate mind-set. If this is the right project for them, they’re gonna make it work. More importantly, I’m glad that you’re this excited about your own project and those creative juices are flowing again.

Chelsea: Well, thank you. I appreciate your support.

Billy: [ Clears throat ]

Chelsea: Um, but is something going on with you?

Billy: No. What do you mean by that?

Chelsea: I don’t know. You just seem more distant since you got here. Just, it feels different than the last time we hung out. Is something wrong? Hi, I’m karen.

Chelsea: Talk to me.

Billy: Jack. He offered me a job. And I’m a little distracted by it.

Chelsea: Wow. Well, I know you told me you had an enlightening conversation with him, but he gave you a job offer?

Billy: Yeah. He asked if I would take over where adam left off and, uh, become his co-ceo.

Chelsea: Oh, that’s a big deal.

Billy: [ Chuckles ]

Chelsea: And very complicated, considering you just had an epiphany that you’re no longer comfortable working in the corporate world, and now you’re asked to go back.

Billy: That’s right.

Chelsea: So, are you really considering it?

Kyle: You’re not gonna believe this, but jabot somehow managed to survive without your half-assed contributions.

Adam: Oh, man. I’m happy to hear that the place is still standing before I was forced out.

Kyle: Yeah, you weren’t forced out.

Adam: Well, you and victor — you did your best.

Kyle: That’s right. The world is against you. That’s why you failed to make a single worthwhile contribution while you were in the c-suite.

Adam: I resigned. Yes. Um, and like I said, I don’t blame you. I don’t hold any ill will. You know, you were right to, uh, work to get me out of there. So, good job, young man.

Kyle: Well, I don’t really seek your approval, so that doesn’t mean much to me.

Adam: Well, sure. You, you know, only want your daddy’s thumbs-up, so… I don’t know if ousting me was a very proud moment for jack. I’m sorry about that. I hope my father made it worthwhile for you. Oh, he did, didn’t he? That’s so good. What did he give you for your treachery? A yacht? Full bag of cash? Maybe — no. A handful of magical beans?

Kyle: You just don’t stop, do you? I’m sorry, sharon. I’m going to get my coffee somewhere else today. I’ll be back soon.

Adam: See that? He’s bluffing. I told you there is nowhere to get coffee in this town other than here.

Sharon: [ Chuckles ] He’s right, you know.

Adam: About what?

Sharon: You would rather stay fixated on the tiniest insult or injury rather than moving on to the next thing that brings you happiness.

Adam: That is not true, okay? I was — I was toying with kyle. I didn’t belong at jabot. Everybody knows that, sharon.

Sharon: Okay, so it didn’t work out at jabot. That just means that you need to move on and find the next thing that does work, something that you’re passionate about and brings you a sense of purpose.

Adam: Well, it turns out somebody may have already offered me that.

Daniel: Look, I am not gonna pressure you. If you don’t want to talk about what’s going on with your family, you don’t have to. But I just have to say I hate to see the way things have gotten with devon. I mean, he’s your brother, lily.

Lily: Yeah, I know. And a pretrial conference date has been set, so it’s really happening.

Daniel: It doesn’t have to.

Lily: What do you mean? It’s inevitable. And he’s not backing down. And he’s not happy that we hired amanda as our lawyer.

Daniel: Well, I wouldn’t be happy, either. It’s a harsh move.

Lily: Harsh move? It’s not out of spite. She’s the best person for the job.

Daniel: Which I totally understand. You’re gonna do whatever you think is necessary. It’s your company. You have to protect it.

Lily: Right, exactly. Thank you. I wish devon would understand that.

Daniel: Well, I think that devon’s actually handling things fairly well, given the circumstances.

Lily: Well, I mean, he’s saying the right things, but i can hear the disdain in his voice. He blames me for everything.

Daniel: I don’t think so. I just wish, as I’m sure you do, that there was some way to bring the two of you back together, you know, rather than driving you apart.

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Nick: Look, I know that this is coming from a good place.

Summer: Of course it is.

Nick: You’re concerned and you’re protective and this is the way you demonstrate it. But, summer, I’m telling you, you’re 100% wrong about this.

Summer: About which part?

Nick: About all of it. Especially sally. She doesn’t have an agenda. It would be impossible for her to have one.

Summer: [ Sighs ] Dad, you are way too trusting and open for your own good.

Nick: Look, she was so shaken when she found out she was pregnant. She felt scared and alone. But she’s not alone. We’re together. What we have is real.

Summer: What about what she has with adam? That’s gonna be real for the rest of their lives.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Yes. I am not the father of her baby. But it doesn’t change at all how I feel about her. And all of your eye-rolling and disapproval isn’t going to change anything. Supergirl, I love you. I love all of my children. You know that, right?

Summer: Yeah.

Nick: That doesn’t mean you get to run my life. I make my own choices. And I need you to respect that. I need you to open up your heart and mind to the idea of me and sally being together.

Sharon: Victor? That’s who made you the offer?

Adam: That is right.

Sharon: Didn’t you just say that he tried to get you fired from jabot?

Adam: Yes, he did try to get me fired, he tried to cut off my options, and then he dangled an attractive alternative in front of me.

Sharon: Sounds intriguing.

Adam: Yeah, well, at first i thought it was just another manipulation by my father, but it turns out the offer was real. And it may just be as fulfilling as what you describe, sharon.

Sharon: Okay.

Adam: And you’re right. The next thing that I do, it needs to give me a sense of purpose.

Sharon: Yeah. And it may be worth pursuing. At the very least, it could help you and victor work through your issues.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] Suggesting that victor and i work through our issues. Okay, now I know that you are trying to therapist me.

Sharon: [ Chuckles ]

Adam: No, um… thank you for the straight talk, as always, sharon.

Sharon: Any time. You know it.

Adam: [ Clears throat ]

[ Sighs heavily ] Hey, dad. I’m ready to meet…and to talk.

Billy: You know, I have to confess, I am seriously considering taking the job at jabot.

Chelsea: Really?

Billy: [ Chuckles ] You sound surprised. Believe me, not as surprised as I am. A few weeks ago, I would have laughed at jack. I’m not wearing a suit and tie again.

Chelsea: Huh. So, what’s changed? You realized how good you look in a suit and tie?

Billy: Ha. That’s part of it.

Chelsea: Mm, mm-hmm.

[ Chuckles ]

Billy: No, I mean, I’m seriously considering taking the job because of you.

Chelsea: Me?

Billy: Yeah. I mean, you…

[ Sighs ] I’ve been here helping you out for this time, and the truth is, you’ve been helping me more than I was even aware. You’ve really helped me to see things differently, you know? Why we’re here. What’s — what’s it all about. And the truth is, family’s important. And I would like to work with my family again. So, thank you. Thank you for helping me see things in a different light.

Chelsea: Well, I owe you, now and forever.

Billy: No, that’s not true.

Chelsea: It is true. But even if it weren’t, I want to be there for you. I want to be your friend, your cheerleader, be in your corner. You’ve done all that and more for me.

Billy: But you would be alright on your own, too, wouldn’t you?

Chelsea: Yeah. I mean, I hate to think of my life without you in it. Just thinking about that makes my heart hurt. But I know I need to stand on my own. And I do, every hour of every day. But having you in my life on those days is a real bonus for me, so…

[ Sighs ] I’m just grateful to have you in my life.

Lily: Well, listen, I have to get back to work, but I am very happy that you are back on track with omega sphere.

Daniel: I’m inspired and ready to work.

Lily: Good. That’s what I want to hear. And listen, as far as me and devon go, I would love to find a solution, but I really think that we’re past that point.

Daniel: Are we, though? Or is there maybe a way to get the two of you just to sit down and listen to each other?

Lily: Daniel, we have tried that. It doesn’t work. And like you said, I have to do what it takes to protect my company, and I’m not gonna apologize for that. And clearly he feels the same way.

Daniel: Well, then, it is what it is.

Lily: Yes, it is what it is. We will talk later, okay?

Nate: Daniel, do you have a minute? It sounds like you and I want the same thing.

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Diane: Did you just ask me to —

Jack: I asked you to marry me. Yes, I did. I want to spend the rest of my life with you.

Diane: Jack, I-I-I think you got caught up in the moment. This — this can’t be real.

Jack: No, it’s as real as it gets.

Diane: Jack. [ Sighs ]

Jack: Even if it was a spontaneous impulse, it is no less sincere. This feels right to me. This feels inevitable. Diane, it’s as simple as this. I love you. You love me. We belong together.

Diane: I think it’s more complicated than that.

Jack: No, it doesn’t have to be. Wait. Wait. Don’t — don’t — don’t — don’t say anything. Don’t give me your official answer yet. You — you sit tight. Don’t go anywhere.

Diane: What, you’re — you’re leaving?

Jack: I will be back as soon as I can.

[ Door closes ]

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ]

Phyllis: I’m in your room. What happened?

Jeremy: You don’t remember?

Phyllis: Oh, god.

[ Sighs ] I was drinking. Ohh, vodka.

Jeremy: Drowning your sorrows.

Phyllis: Then I walked out of the hotel.

[ Inhales sharply ] Ohh. Then it’s blurry. Um… I heard a car. No. Did I get in a car? Oh, my god. Was anyone hurt?

Jeremy: Well, I tweaked my back a little when I picked you up off the street, but no one else was hurt.

Phyllis: You picked me up off the street?

Jeremy: Yeah, I watched you stumble out of the hotel lobby. I had a bad feeling, so i decided to keep an eye on you.

Phyllis: You’re a good samaritan.

Jeremy: I saved your life. You walked into traffic, cars were swerving, and then you just passed out right in the middle of the street.

Phyllis: Oh, my god.

Jeremy: You didn’t bang your head or get hit or anything, maybe some bumps and bruises, but all of that alcohol — whew — you were pretty out of it.

Phyllis: Then you brought me here. Why?

Adam: [ Sighs ]

[ Glass thuds ]

[ Exhales heavily ]

Sally: Look, you shouldn’t feel the need to check in.

Nick: I will take care of everything sally needs until the baby arrives.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Look, I-I get that you’re together, and I know that you’re gonna be around. I’m not fighting that. And I will try to resist the urge to spontaneously check in. But, um, I would really like to come to some of your doctor’s appointments or ultrasounds.

Sally: Um, yeah. I’ll think about it.

Adam: [ Sniffles, sighs ]

[ Inhales sharply ] Mnh.

Nick: Look at that. Twice in one day.

Adam: Imagine that.

Nick: You expecting someone?

Adam: Uh, nope. All alone. And you?

Nick: I just ordered some food for takeout. Won’t be ready for a little bit.

Adam: Ah.

Nick: I’m gonna sit.

Adam: Okay. Uh, so, what’s on your mind? Or do I know already?

Nick: We haven’t had a chance to talk, you know, just the two of us, since sally’s big news.

Summer: Thank you.

Sally: Summer.

Summer: Hey.

Sally: Hi. Dessert for the family?

Summer: Uh, it’s actually a breakfast treat for harrison.

Sally: Does he have a sweet tooth in the morning?

Summer: [ Chuckles ] Are you really that interested in my son’s food preferences?

Sally: I… excuse me?

Summer: I mean, I-I think you’re just attempting to be polite, but, sally, we really — we don’t have to do all that.

Sally: Okay. Fine.

Summer: I mean, if you want to talk, I’d much rather talk about what’s going on with you and my dad.

Sally: [ Clears throat ] Uh, what is it exactly that you want to know?

Summer: I mean, he hasn’t really talked to me about you much lately, so I figured either things have gone south or they’re getting more serious and he hasn’t wanted to get into a debate with me about it.

Sally: [ Chuckles ] Um…yeah, there is actually something that you should know. It’s probably best to hear it from me. I am pregnant. For copd, ask your doctor about breztri.

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Billy: Nephew.

Kyle: Uncle.

Billy: Hey, what’s going on? What are you doing here?

Kyle: Just left a meeting with a couple of vendors. And you?

Billy: You know, contemplating life’s mysteries. Hey, I tried to get ahold of your dad, but I couldn’t reach him. Is he, uh — is he still at the office, or did he head home already?

Kyle: Neither. He’s out of town.

Billy: Emergency business meeting or what?

Kyle: Emergency, no. Business, no he and my mother decided to have a last-minute getaway.

Billy: Ooh, la la. Romantic getaway, huh?

Kyle: Yeah. They’ve been growing a lot closer lately. Mom even moved in.

Billy: Yeah. Uh, jack filled me in. He seems really excited about the way things are going.

Kyle: Mm.

Billy: Kind of crazy, right, how they’d find each other after all those years? I told him I couldn’t be happier for him.

Kyle: I’m sure he appreciate that.

Billy: You actually sounded sincere there.

Kyle: I am. Not everyone is thrilled. Ashley is —

Billy: Oh, she is livid.

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Billy: Or so I hear. What about you? How are you feeling about your parents reuniting?

Diane: My contact with allie was never about deception. It was about reaching out. Trying to give you back something that you didn’t even know you’d lost.

Jack: I hope you don’t expect her to thank you.

Diane: But what about you? I know you’re grateful.

Jack: Oh, is that what you want? A thank-you? Thank you, diane. Are we done here?

Diane: I’m trying to make amends.

Jack: To me. Not to the people you hurt. The people you used and exploited. The people accused of your murder. All you left in your wake was heartache and fear and anger. Some of us got over it. Others? Like kyle? You stole from him something he can never get back. Your tore that little boy’s heart out. And for that, I will never forgive you.

Diane: Back in la, I hid my past. I was living a lie. I — I couldn’t get close to anybody because of it. And here in genoa city, I am dodging grenades, but I have to earn my conversations and my companionship. I have to face the damage that I’ve done, head on.

Jack: That is your mission.

Diane: Yeah. It’s going to take a while. But being here with you today and talking about kyle and harrison and being open about my past, it…

[ Exhales sharply ] …Almost makes me feel normal. And gives me hope for my future.

Diane: I guess I just didn’t realize how, uh — how hard it would be to redeem myself, how long this battle would take.

[ Crying ]

Jack: I can see this has been tough on you. My advice? Take the clean slate kyle and i have offered you. Let that fortify you from here on.

Diane: Thank you. It means a lot. I appreciate you so much. You have the least reasons of anyone to make me feel worthy, believed, safe. And yet you do.

Diane: What can I do to convince you that there is nothing to this?

Jack: I’m not sure you can. This has been eye-opening for me. I’ve been giving you the benefit of the doubt for a long time now, but if I’m honest with myself, I still have trouble trusting you, and I’m not sure that’s ever going to change.

Diane: [ Sighs ]

Jeremy: I was there for you, phyllis, helping you in your moment of need.

Phyllis: [ Exhales sharply ] You brought me up here because you’re still trying to devise a plan against diane and you’re scheming and you want me to be a part of it. So you figure I will because you picked me up off the ground.

Jeremy: Off the street. I’m sure there’s security footage of the whole thing. But I got there quick enough so you weren’t hurt. And it may look like you just tripped. It was handled discreetly. But imagine if there’s a video that shows you being wasted, wandering into traffic, passed out. Oh, how the mighty have fallen. A danger to herself and to others. Poor, poor phyllis.

Phyllis: People already think that about me, so you don’t have much leverage.

Jeremy: Well, this incident could have been so much worse if I hadn’t been there.

Phyllis: You’re trying to threaten me and coerce me into doing what you want. I won’t have that. My moderate to severe plaque psoriasis…

Nick: You’re in a tough spot, adam. I sympathize with you. I really do.

Adam: Um, thank you?

Nick: My concern is how you handle things from here on out.

Adam: And I assume by “handle things,” you mean between the three of us, you, sally, me. I mean, four if you include our baby.

Nick: Mainly with sally.

Adam: Yeah, look, I-I hear her loud and clear when she says this baby doesn’t change anything between us, okay? I’m gonna be a father to my child, but I’m not looking to interfere with what you and she have. Does that cover the bases to your satisfaction?

Nick: Sounds like we’re on the same page, which makes me happy. I’m not at all worried about my relationship with sally. We are solid. My concern is for her well-being.

Summer: I — I can’t — I can’t believe this. You’re — you’re pregnant with my little brother or sister?

Sally: Uh, no. I’m not pregnant with nick’s child.

Summer: Oh, my god. Thank god. I mean, you’re not that far along, though. What does that mean? That you slept with some other guy behind his back?

Sally: No, no. It’s not like that.

Summer: What’s it like, sally?

Sally: Okay. There was one other person, one time, a while ago, and it was about two people saying goodbye. Nick and I discussed it immediately, and he understood.

Summer: So, adam. He’s the — wow. Of course. Who else would it be?

Sally: Yeah. No, you’re right. It’s adam’s baby. But your father is very supportive.

Summer: Yeah. He’s a good guy, but you must have really hurt him.

Sally: Yeah, he was disappointed.

Summer: Okay, so obviously, it’s best for everybody if you and my dad just go your separate ways so that you and adam have time to figure all of this out before your due date.

Sally: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, that’s not happening. Look, I have zero desire to re-ignite anything with adam, baby or no baby. We are co-parents, and that’s all. You know, in regards to your father and me, yeah, we’ve talked about what this means for us, and obviously it’s an ongoing conversation, but we want to stay together. Look, nick is in this with me, and he’s everything that I could want in a partner.

Summer: Of course he is, but that doesn’t mean that you —

[ Exhales sharply ]

Sally: That I what? That I deserve him? Is that what you are gonna say?

Summer: Something like that.

Sally: You know, I’m really grateful that nick and I have something so special that we both still want to make it work. So, hopefully, after you have time to think all of this through, you can accept that.

Summer: Yeah. I-I think I’m gonna need some time to think about all of this. No, wait. Actually, I’ve thought about it, and, sally, you could not be more selfish.

Kyle: That man better not even contemplate hurting my son.

Jack: Kyle, I saw how bad this sounds. Don’t worry. We will handle this together.

Kyle: Yeah, damn right we will.

Jack: And I will do everything necessary to protect your mother.

Jack: After dina died, I was closer to kyle and my sisters and billy and abby and the whole abbott family. But now it turns out the teardrop of love may not have only brought me family love. It may have brought me a beautiful, captivating, gorgeous woman. Maybe the gem just needed a little time to do its magic. My celebrity colorist?

Kyle: Why do you care what i think about my mom and dad being together?

Billy: Because you’re family. We’re not exactly close because you’re a pain in the neck. But I’m on your side and I do care about what you think. I hope you know that.

Kyle: So, all the sudden, you’re going to be the understanding uncle?

Billy: [ Chuckles ] Your dad said you’re on the fence, but he believes eventually you’ll come back around. Is he right about that?

Kyle: Time will tell.

Billy: Look, kyle, it’s understandable you’d have mixed feelings about all this.

Kyle: I want my parents to be happy. If they can do that together, I’m all for it. It’d be cool for them to have a stable relationship after all these years.

Billy: But you’re worried that someone’s gonna get hurt.

Kyle: I’d hate to see that happen. And given their history….

Billy: Yeah. I hear you there.

Kyle: Look, if I’m telling the truth, I’m more worried about my mom hurting my dad than the other way around. I know she’s worked so hard to turn her life around. She’s trying to be a better person, and I love that. And I don’t doubt her feelings towards him.

Billy: But it’s impossible to forget what’s happened in the past, the way she just up and left you as a kid. You know, I haven’t been through what you have, but I can relate on some level.

Kyle: How so?

Billy: Well, my mom, jill, wasn’t exactly a doting maternal presence in my life when I was young. In fact, she still isn’T. You know, I think I broke the family record for being the youngest kid sent off to boarding school.

Kyle: [ Chuckles ]

Billy: She just wasn’t interested in being a mother. And I resented that for a long time. But on the flip side, I had an amazing dad. You know, even when we would butt heads — and we did — I always knew that he was there for me, no matter what.

Kyle: Like my dad.

Billy: Naturally you feel protective of the parent that was a constant in your life. And your instincts are telling you to protect yourself, as well. Look, no matter how good things are right now, you’re already half-prepared for being disappointed all over again. But I believe that people can become the person that you want them to be, that you hoped they’d be. And — and I hope that diane does that for you. I hope she can prove that history doesn’t have to repeat itself…and you get the family that you always wanted.

[ Door opens ]

Jack: Hello?

Diane: Jack.

Jack: Oh, good. You’re still here.

Diane: As if I’d have gone anywhere. Uh, where — where — where did you go?

Jack: Madame…

Diane: Thank you.

Jack: I’d like to propose a toast. To the new life you have created for yourself, to the incredible changes you’ve brought to mine.

Diane: Mm.

Jack: When I think of our future together, believe me, it is spectacular.

Diane: [ Sighs ] Well, I like the sound of that. Cheers.

Jack: Cheers.

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: Okay. May I?

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: I want to get this right.

Diane: [ Chuckles ] Oh, jack.

Jack: Diane jenkins, would you do me the honor of becoming my wife?

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ]

Jack: Will you make me, at long last, the happiest, the luckiest man in the world?

Diane: [ Exhaling sharply ]

Jeremy: I assume you need this. I have aspirin, too.

Phyllis: I don’t want aspirin. Thank you. I’m good. I will take care of myself.

Jeremy: Tough. Self-sufficient. I admire that. But I suggest you examine what led to your incident tonight.

Phyllis: I’m getting a lecture from a felon?

Jeremy: [ Laughs ] Well, from what I’ve seen, your whole world is falling apart, whether you want to admit it or not. And I bet it’s tearing you up. I know what happens when you let things like that fester inside. I spent six long years in prison, and for the first couple, I was consumed with bitterness. Then one day I had a realization which gave me a sense of calm.

Phyllis: I know you want to tell me about it, so go on.

Jeremy: I decided I wasn’t gonna let those burning feelings eat me alive anymore. I was gonna use them as fuel for a plan aimed at one specific target — the person that ruined my life. And I believe that approach could work wonders for you, as well, especially since the target of your anger is the same as mine — diane jenkins. We can bring her down, phyllis. With purpose comes serenity. Ubrelvy helps u fight migraine attacks.

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Diane: Jack, you are by far the most loving, romantic, incredible man I’ve ever known. And I — I do love you so much. I… my entire life is changed because of the second chance you’ve given me. And I am so grateful.

[ Sniffles ] Nothing would make me happier than to be your wife. But I can’T. We can’T.

Sally: I get that you’re upset, okay? I can hardly blame you. It is a lot to take in.

Summer: No kidding.

Sally: Look, nick and I have been very open with each other since the very beginning, okay? We share our feelings. We don’t keep secrets from each other. And, no, we have no idea what the future holds. But as of right now, we want to stay together and keep building our relationship. So, if nick wants to be with me, that’s his decision to make, and I hope you can respect that.

Summer: [ Scoffs ] My dad is extremely protective of the people that he’s close with. So of course his natural instinct is to stick by you, whether or not it’s good for him.

Sally: Nick is happy with me. We’re happy.

Summer: You know, it wasn’t too long ago that I told my dad that I thought that you were using him, but I thought it would be for money or status or the doors that he could open for you. And he told me that I was wrong.

Sally: You are.

Summer: I knew that eventually you would show your true colors, and it seems like that time has come.

Sally: What — what does that mean?

Summer: I think it’s pretty clear, sally. You’re definitely using my dad as a shield to protect yourself from adam.

Adam: So, I take it that you are the arbiter of sally’s well-being now? You get to decide what’s good, what’s not. And clearly I’m on the “not” list.

Nick: It is not like that at all. Look, I get it. You want to be a part of this journey along with sally and your baby. But there is a fine line.

Adam: One which you’ve drawn. And where is that exactly?

Nick: I’m just pretty sure you’re gonna try and use this situation to slowly insinuate yourself back into sally’s world.

Adam: How am I gonna do that, nick? How am I gonna insinuate myself back into sally’s life?

Nick: Perfect example — when you asked sally if you could be a part of all of her doctor’s appointments and sonograms like you did earlier.

Adam: Um, okay. I didn’t say “all.” I said “some.”

Nick: It might make you feel like you have this sense of entitlement or that you’re sharing this connection that sally isn’t feeling. It’s just gonna make her life a lot more difficult. I could tell she was trying to be polite. She told you she would think about it, but she was also feeling a lot of pressure, and she just doesn’t need the stress right now.

Adam: You know, it’s interesting that you say you understand my situation. You act as if you’ve accepted the baby is mine and that when he or she is born that I will have a role to play in their life — and in sally’s, by extension. But yet this sounds awfully a lot like a warning to back the hell off.

Nick: I am not threatening you.

Adam: No?

Nick: I am simply suggesting that you look deep inside and ask yourself, is it fair to put what you want above what sally needs?

Adam: [ Scoffs ] You know, I’m not surprised you think so little of me, nick. Although a part of me had hoped for better. And, yeah, we did clash when you got together with sally, but we were getting along for a while, and I thought our relationship had evolved. You even warned me about victor trying to screw things up for me at jabot. You know, ironically, I’m not even mad about him for that anymore. He was right. I don’t belong at jabot. I wasn’t fulfilled there.

Nick: What, so, you went from not trusting dad and wanting anything to do with him to this?

Adam: Trust me. No one is as surprised as I am. But I’m seeing things through a new lens. You know, this whole time, i thought victor was trying to control me because he only saw me as the sum of my worst tendencies. But maybe he’s the only one in the family who sees my true nature and that he understands me better than anyone, even myself.

Kyle: I wasn’t expecting you to be so open and positive. Not that I don’t appreciate it. It’s just not our usual thing.

Billy: I can be a supportive uncle when you need me to be.

Kyle: But you’d rather bust my chops every chance you get.

Billy: Yeah, I’d prefer that.

Kyle: Yeah, well, I got to get out of here. I got to get back to the office. There’s a lot to tie up tonight.

Billy: Alright. Hey, listen, if you talk to your dad, can you, uh, just ask him to give me a call?

Kyle: Yeah. Something urgent?

Billy: Yeah. I’m seriously considering his proposal.

Kyle: What proposal is that?

Trelegy for copd.

Jeremy: So, that’s it. Bare bones. It needs some work. But I can tell by that look in your eye you’re intrigued. It’s a good plan, right?

Phyllis: No. I can’t participate in your plan. It would rock my world and not in a good way.

Jeremy: Come on, phyllis.

Phyllis: Thank you.

Jeremy: Aren’t you ready for a change like that? Huh? Shake things up. Get your mojo back.

Phyllis: I can’T. I’d lose everything.

Jeremy: It seems to me you already have.

Phyllis: Um, excuse me.

Jeremy: Instead of spinning out of control, you can keep a clear focus, not to mention the satisfaction of giving diane exactly what she deserves — because I guarantee it’ll work. And afterwards, you’ll be triumphant, a whole new woman.

Phyllis: Um…right. Well, I-I don’t think it’s a good plan, actually. I think it — I just — I don’t think it will work. Nothing has worked. Um, I’ll give it some thought.

Jeremy: Well, that’s better than a flat-out “no.” Take your time. Take all the time you need. Within reason.

Phyllis: What does that mean?

Jeremy: I’m moving forward with the plan, but I can’t do it alone. Look, this isn’t for you and you don’t think you have enough of an appetite for justice and revenge, then I’ll find someone else. But I would hate for you to lose out on this golden opportunity.

Jack: Wait, wait, what would possess you to say that? You know we belong together.

Diane: Just let me get this out, okay? I can’t marry you because it wouldn’t be fair to you or — or to your family. Jack, I’ve got a target on my back, and I can’t keep bringing chaos and — and — and danger to you and to the people that we love.

Jack: If you’re talking about stark, we are both on his list, remember?

Diane: [ Sighs ]

Jack: Do you honestly think i would let you face that man on your own? We are a team, united. And once we are husband and wife, that bond is even stronger, impervious to his threats or anyone else’S. Now, I say we stop running from jeremy stark. I say… I say we stop running from this. This has been decades in the making. We’ve known each other most of our lives.

Diane: [ Chuckles ]

Jack: We’ve been together. We’ve been apart. We’ve been together. We’ve been apart. We were engaged. We broke each other’s hearts. We… we never made the last step because it wasn’t the right time for us. Diane, it is now. Now is the right time. I believe that with everything in me. Please. Please say yes.

Billy: Thank you. Hello.

Phyllis: Hi.

Billy: You okay?

Phyllis: Yeah. Why do you ask?

Billy: Well, it seems like you’ve had better days.

Phyllis: [ Laughs ] I’m gonna pretend you didn’t say that.

Billy: I mean it sincerely. You alright?

Phyllis: If you want to help me, can, um — can you, uh, tell me where jack is? Is he working? Is he at the house?

Billy: Actually, I was looking for him earlier, and, uh, I found out that he and diane left on a romantic vacation earlier today.

Phyllis: Nice.

Billy: You do know they’re back together, right? I just assumed summer filled you in.

Phyllis: Mm-hmm. I know.

Billy: When I say “back together” [Chuckles] It seems like things are really rolling along. You know, she just moved in, and now they’re on a romantic getaway. Seems like this is what they want and they’re in it for the long haul. Crazy, isn’t it? There’s nothing like hitting the waves.

Nick: So, dad is the only one who understands your true nature. I don’t even know how to respond to that.

Adam: Well, for the record, i didn’t think that I was even capable of change either, nick. I thought I was just the way everybody saw me — as a borderline monster, you know, just out to cause trouble for sport. But these last few months, they have had a profound effect on me.

Nick: How so?

Adam: Well, I’ve had to deal with the consequences of my breakup with sally. I’ve had to reconsider my career path after this, uh, less-than-glorious stint at jabot. And… and I’ve had to reestablish the most important relationships in light of, um, certain struggles people have had, okay? Spending time with chelsea and connor lately — it’s reminded me what matters most, that you can’t take anyone or anything for granted, and you certainly can’t complain with the way people are treating you if you’re not willing to meet them halfway. I mean, I see sally, victor, even you more clearly now. I see the kindness and the decency that you have given me when you reached out and you gave me a chance to be a better man. And I couldn’t rise to the occasion then. But I think it’s time to try again.

Sally: You are so wrong.

Summer: When adam dumped you, you had a big reality check as to the kind of person he was and how he treats everyone around him, including people he claims to love. And now you’re pregnant with his baby. You’re tied to him for life, whether or not you want to be. And who knows? Maybe you’re actually scared that you’re gonna fall for him again. Either way, you’re using my dad. You’re exploiting his kindness and his big heart to protect yourself.

Sally: Okay, will you stop? I’m not using nick in any way. We have a deep connection. Our feelings for each other are real.

Summer: You’re pregnant with his brother’s baby. You know their history. In what universe does this end well for anyone involved? You know what? My dad doesn’t deserve this chaos, and it seems like, sally, chaos is all you are capable of creating.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ] Oh! Ah. Jack, you’re right. This is our time, so… yes. Yes! A thousand times, yes!

Jack: Ohh!

Diane: Oh.

Jack: Um…

Diane: Okay. Wow.

[ Sighs ] Ah.

[ Knock on door ]

Phyllis: I’m in.

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Diane: [ Laughs ]

Jack: Hey.

Diane: Ah. [ Sniffles ] That was a really good movie.

[ Sniffles ] God.

Jack: You okay?

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: You’re an emotional softie.

Diane: [ Laughs ]

Jack: Your secret’s safe with me.

Diane: I’m a little surprised at myself. I, uh… I thought I had given up believing in happy endings a long time ago.

Jack: Ah. I think happy endings are overrated. It means the — the end of a story. I think all the fun is in the journey there.

Diane: Mm. I never want this journey with you to end.

Jack: I am so happy, so grateful to get this new beginning with you.

Phyllis: Yeah. Summer? Hello. It’s your mother. Yeah. Your mom. You only have one of those. I gave birth to you in an elevator. An elevator. Call me back. You can’t avoid me forever. Please…call me back.

[ Cellphone thuds ]

[ Sighs ] Mnh. Hey, daniel! I know you made it go to voicemail. I could tell. There was only one and a half rings. So, you’re trying to avoid me, too. Okay, well, I’ll just tell you what I told your sister. Call me back. You can’t avoid me.

[ Voice breaking ] You only have one mom.

Michael: Oh, she —

Lauren: Ohh.

Michael: She’s drunk. The phyllis train is off the rails.

Phyllis: If you don’t call me back, I will hunt you down and i will ambush you.

Michael: We can pretend we didn’t see her.

Lauren: I can’t unsee that.

Phyllis: [ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone thuds ]

Lauren: Okay. We’re going in. Come on.

Michael: Oh, into the fray.

Lauren: Phyllis?

Michael: Hey.

Lauren: [ Chuckling ] Hi.

Phyllis: Look at this. Two people who will not ignore me.

Michael: [ Chuckles ] Well, we thought about it.

Phyllis: You want a drink? Can I buy you one?

Lauren: Oh…

Michael: No. We’re good. Thanks.

Lauren: No. The question is, are you?

Phyllis: I can say with good authority I am not okay.

[ Laughs, sighs ]

Lauren: What’s wrong, honey?

Phyllis: My life is spinning out. I can’t stop it.

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Sharon: I’ll be right with you!

Mariah: Oh, that’s okay. Take your time. Nothing life-changing to report.

Sharon: Ahh!

Mariah: Ahh!

Sharon: You’re really here!

Mariah: Yes, I’m here! I’m here!

Sharon: Oh, my gosh!

Mariah: Do you have the “new mom” special?

Sharon: Yeah! Oh, yes, I do. And you have that new mother glow.

Mariah: Is it called exhaustion? Because, yes, I have that.

Sharon: Oh, gosh, those sleepless nights and bleary days. They are wonderful. Tell me everything.

Mariah: Uh, okay. To, uh — to sum it up, the baby is born, motherhood is magical, our daughter is perfect. I mean, her — her chubby little legs and the smell of her head. And every time she smiles, i just die like a thousand times.

Sharon: That’s what having a child is.

Mariah: Meaning it’s everything.

Sharon: Always and forever.

Mariah: I didn’t know it was possible to feel this much happiness. Being a parent is already making me see the world so differently.

Sally: [ Sighs ]

[ Breathes deeply ]

[ Exhales sharply ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Keys clacking ]

Nick: Sup?

Sally: Hey, do you have a sec?

Nick: Uh, yeah. Actually, could I just call you back in one minute? I’m just trying to wrap up some work here.

Sally: Um, I’m just really worried. I-I feel like something — something’s off.

Nick: What do you mean?

Sally: Well, I just have this really splitting headache and it won’t go away and — I don’t know — I’m just concerned for the baby.

Nick: Okay. Uh, call the doctor. I’ll be right there.

Sally: Thank you.

[ Inhales sharply ] Hi. Uh, this is sally spectra. I — I need to talk to dr. Chandler. I’m — [ Sighs ] I’m just worried that something might be wrong with my baby. Diabetes can serve up a lot of questions,

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Sharon: [ Gasps ] She is stunning.

Mariah: I know.

Sharon: Oh, my gosh. I can already see a lot of personality in her sweet little face.

Mariah: Right? Oh, god, I’ve just been gone a few hours, and I already miss them so, so much. I can’t wait to get back to her and tessa.

Sharon: I know. Oh. Hey! Adam. What can I get you? I’m sorry. I didn’t notice you come in ’cause I was too busy gushing over mariah’s brand-new baby girl.

Adam: I heard. I heard. I — I didn’t want to interrupt. So, congratulations. Having a child — you know, there’s nothing on earth like it.

Sally: Oh. You got here fast.

Nick: How are you feeling? What did the doctor say?

Sally: [ Sighs ] She said that some women are prone to headaches early in their pregnancy. It could be due to a number of factors, like stress, fatigue, sinuses, caffeine withdrawal. Or it could be related to my blood pressure issue.

Nick: Okay. If it’s the blood pressure thing, um, is that a problem?

Sally: I mean, dr. Chandler didn’t seem concerned, which made me a little less worried.

Nick: What did she say to do?

Sally: Well, call her back if I got any more symptoms, but in the meantime, just try and reduce stress, eat well, rest. She did say that I could try and find if there was, like, a food or an odor that was triggering my headaches, which sounds like a fun little experiment.

[ Chuckles ]

Nick: [ Chuckles ] Okay. Um, well, if that’s all it was.

Sally: Wow, you were really worried.

Nick: Yeah. Sally, it’s my job to worry. You better get used to that.

Lauren: You know, let’s get some food and some coffee in you.

Phyllis: No. I don’t want a sandwich and a latte. That’s not gonna fix my problem.

Michael: Mm. Strongly disagree. They have a filet mignon panini here that will fix just about anything. And I’m gonna order you one — and maybe one for myself and you. Hmm!

Lauren: So, hey, what caused you to self-medicate with alcohol?

Phyllis: [ Inhales sharply ] My children. Children [Gasps] Can break your heart.

[ Sighs ]

Lauren: You are not wrong there.

Phyllis: They think that I’m the cause of their problems and that, um, I’m interfering in their life.

Michael: Because you are, aren’t you?

Phyllis: What the hell kind of question is that? “Because you are, aren’t you?” Seriously? All I’m trying to do is help my children.

Lauren: Okay, well, we know you have the best intentions when it comes to daniel and summer.

Phyllis: Yeah, yeah, yeah. That’s it. That’s it. That’s it — the best intentions. That’s all you have to say. And I do. And I’m trying to help my children. And for some reason, they’re turning it around that all their problems in their life are because of me and I am the cause of all their issues. And I am so tired of it.

[ Sighs ] What is that? You just looked at each other. You think I’m to blame, too?

Michael: We didn’t say that.

Lauren: Yeah. We’re here for you.

Phyllis: No, you’re not.

Lauren: Like we always are.

Phyllis: No, you’re not. Blah.

[ Laughs ] Your words are so meaningless to me now. So meaningless. I see you guys with your shifty eyes. “Ohh. Phyllis is wrong. Phyllis is on a tear. There’s something wrong with phyllis.” You know what? I don’t want your “advice.” I don’t want it. The only person that I can rely on is this, this beautiful person right here, this drink. Mm! And myself.

Jack: So, what do we do now?

Diane: Well, not another movie.

[ Both laugh ] But who needs that when I have my very own handsome leading man right here?

Jack: Oh, I like the sound of that.

Diane: Yeah.

Jack: Okay, so, I’ll put on some music, and maybe we could open another bottle of champagne —

Diane: Jack. I don’t want anything but to be here with you, safe in your arms. It’s everything. Type 2 diabetes?

Mariah: When I look at her, i just see pure innocence and — and just endless possibility. She’s got her entire life ahead of her and our life together. And I get to travel through the world with this incredible human being, guiding her and learning from her at the same time.

Adam: Well, she is very lucky to have you and — and tessa.

Mariah: Yeah. We’re lucky to have her. We are so proud to be her parents and just — I can’t believe that the three of us, we’re — we’re a family.

Adam: [ Chuckles ]

[ Cellphone rings ]

Mariah: Oh, um, this is tessa, so I really have to take this.

Sharon: Sure. Go, go.

Mariah: Okay.

Adam: Well, I should probably be going, too.

Sharon: But you didn’t even order any coffee.

Adam: It’s probably kind of late for that thing anyway, but, um, congrats again, sharon.

Sharon: Hey. Wait a minute. What’s going on with you?

Adam: Nothing. I’m — I’m good, you know? I’m adam newman. I’m, uh — I’m a guy without a care in the world.

Sharon: Well, sometimes being adam newman isn’t as easy as it looks. Look, if you don’t want to tell me what’s on your mind, it’s fine with me. I’m just not buying this laissez-faire routine.

Adam: Okay. Um… [ Chuckles ] Sally’s pregnant. And the baby’s mine.

Sharon: Oh.

Adam: I just… sharon, I just dropped a bomb on you, and you don’t have that much of a reaction. You already knew, didn’t you? How could you not tell me that i was gonna be a father?

Sally: [ Sighs ] I just feel kind of silly that my first instinct was to call you over what was probably just a standard-issue headache.

Nick: First, I don’t want you to ever feel silly about calling me about something about your health or the baby’s health. Secondly, you absolutely should have called me.

Sally: I guess I just wanted you to tell me that I was overreacting, like you were, like, my husband or something. That was absolutely not a request.

[ Both laugh ]

Nick: Look, I love it that you thought to call me when you thought something might be wrong. I really want to be that person for you. I just want you to know there isn’t anything I won’t stop doing or drop to come be with you if you need me.

Sally: God, you were in the middle of something when i called. You shouldn’t — you should probably get back to the office.

Nick: Psch. Are you kidding me? Forget work. Let’s sit down. Let’s see if we can figure out the source of your headache by going over what you ate and drank.

Sally: Really? ‘Cause when I said it would be a fun little experiment, I might have been overstating the fun part.

Nick: No way. This is gonna be super fun. Let’s get into it. What’d you have for breakfast?

Sally: Um, two eggs and some toast.

Nick: Okay. Eggs and toast. How about lunch?

Sally: Chicken salad.

Nick: And…?

Sally: Some cashews from the minibar for dinner.

Nick: Are you — cashews, sally?

Sally: Yeah, I know, but the headache made me lose my appetite.

Nick: Are you remembering to take your prenatal vitamins?

Sally: [ Sighs ] I’ve been a little lax about it. I’ve just never really been a vitamin person.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Well, obviously I’m gonna have to stay on top of you. About this situation…

Sally: Mm.

Nick: …So I can keep an eye on you. Obviously, we’re gonna have to spend a lot more time together.

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

Sharon: I did know about sally’s pregnancy, um, but i promised that I wouldn’t tell anyone.

Adam: Sharon, not even the father?

Sharon: Well, it wasn’t my place to tell you. And besides, at the time, she didn’t even know who the father was. It’s not until just now that I’m learning that it’s you.

Adam: So, when did nick tell you that she was pregnant?

Sally: Oh, it wasn’t nick that told me. It was sally.

Adam: What? I… I didn’t think you two were exactly close.

Sharon: Oh, we’re not. I think because she’s a first-time mother and the situation is a little bit confusing and she just needed some guidance.

Adam: [ Sighs ]

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, I think we’re all gonna need, uh, a lot more guidance by the time this baby’s born. I love my hardwood floors.

Adam: Well, part of me was, um, holding out hope that we would find our way back to each other, but now that nick has stepped up, even though the baby’s mine, it’s not gonna happen. You know, he really is mr. Wonderful. And I’m out in the cold.

Sharon: Well, I’m sorry. I know how difficult it must be for you to sit back and watch nick with sally. But she did tell you the truth. So, that couldn’t have been easy for her, either.

Adam: Yeah, uh…I wouldn’t want to have that conversation with me. I’m just still pretty stunned by it all. You know, I’m having a — I’m having another baby.

Sharon: You are going to be a great dad to this kid, just as good as you are to connor.

Adam: Well, I appreciate you saying that, sharon, but having nick in the mix, it’s gonna make things a lot trickier.

[ Sighs ]

Lauren: You know, going on a tear is hungry business. Come on. Eat something. Make you feel better.

Michael: And maybe soak up some of the booze.

[ Plate clatters ]

Phyllis: I don’t want to stuff a sandwich down my throat.

Lauren: You know we love you and we’re here for you. Aren’t we?

Michael: Phyllis, listen to me. You are family. What can we do to help?

Phyllis: We’re not family. Go ahead and say it to me. You want to say “I told you so.” That’s what you want to say.

Lauren: No, we don’T.

Phyllis: [ Chuckles ]

Lauren: Although we did warn you about interfering in daniel’s life behind his back.

Phyllis: You two are supposed to be my friends. Do you know what that means? Friends? Hmm? And you. How can you be diane’s friend and be my friend? How can you do that to me?

[ Gasping ]

[ Voice breaking ] You welcomed that bitch back into town after she faked her death with open arms! How could you do that to me? You allowed that virus to come into town and latch on to my daughter like a host organism. You allowed the infection to come into town.

Michael: Diane is not the root of all your problems!

Phyllis: Shh! Oh, my god, she is. Oh, my god, she is. I wish she’d died. I wish she’d died. I want her dead.

Lauren: Phyllis —

Phyllis: You can only die once, right? It is not too late. I want that bitch dead now.

Diane: This feels so right. I don’t ever want to move.

Jack: We could stay here indefinitely.

Diane: [ Chuckles ]

Jack: We could move here. The view is spectacular.

Diane: Mm.

Jack: But it’s not the only view I like.

Diane: Don’t you think we’d get a little antsy after a couple of months?

Jack: I’ll tell you what. We could travel from one romantic place to the next, an endless adventure around the world.

Diane: [ Chuckles ] Now, that I can picture.

[ Sighs ] But as tempting as it sounds to leave the jeremy stark problem behind, we both have too much waiting for us at home. You could never leave your family or jabot, and I don’t ever want to be apart from kyle again.

Jack: Of course you are right.

Diane: [ Laughs ]

Jack: Nothing wrong with a little fantasy, but reality is pretty great, too. I promise I will do everything i can to make it as special as it can be for you…for us.

Sally: I’m really sorry for worrying you. I probably just overreacted to something that in the end was probably nothing.

Nick: Come on. You reacted quickly to a potential crisis because you’re worried about that perfect little baby inside of you. That’s what mothers do. I think you’re gonna be an amazing mother, sally.

Sally: Thank you.

[ Knock on door ]

Adam: Sally, it’s me.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Did you call him, too?

Sally: No.

Nick: I guess him showing up unannounced is gonna be a regular thing.

Sally: Ugh, I hope not. But I — I can’t not answer it.

Nick: Yeah.

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Adam: Um, I — I was just thinking about you, and I — I wanted to check in.

Sally: I mean, everything’s fine now.

Adam: Now? I mean, was — was there a problem? I mean, is — is that why nick’s here? Is everything okay with you and the baby?

Sally: Yeah. I-I just had a pretty bad headache, and I called the doctor, but it’s — it’s gone now. There’s nothing for you to worry about.

Nick: It’s all good.

Sally: Look, you shouldn’t feel the need to check in. I mean, there’s really nothing i need from you before the baby’s born.

Mariah: So, I noticed you and adam were talking while I was on the phone. It looked intense.

Sharon: Yeah, well, when is something not up with adam?

Mariah: That was purposefully vague.

Sharon: Every single detail about the baby takes precedence here. What did tessa say?

Mariah: Just that she was singing our little sugar plum to sleep.

Sharon: Aww.

Mariah: We will be forever grateful that delphine made us moms.

Sharon: So will I. I’m already so proud of the mother you’ve become.

Mariah: Well, I’m not sure that I can ever live up to you, but I will certainly try.

Sharon: Hey, I haven’t asked you the biggest question yet. Have you come up with a name?

Diane: I wish there was an easy way to deal with jeremy and his threats. I mean, I suppose that stealing something else from victor and nikki’s pied–terre in chicago is out of the question.

Jack: I still stand by that choice. It worked, if only temporarily.

[ Thudding ]

Diane: [ Gasps ] What was that?

[ Exhales sharply ]

Jack: Hey.

Diane: No. What if it’s him and — and — and he’s going to find us?

Jack: There’s no way he could possibly know we are here.

Diane: Jack. No, don’t open it.

Jack: It’s okay.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ]

Jack: A tree branch fell.

Diane: Really?

Jack: Yeah. Come see for yourself.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ]

Jack: Everything’s okay. We are safe.

Phyllis: Hmm. I wonder where diane’s tombstone is. I should find it and put it to good use.

Lauren: For heaven’s sake, phyllis.

Michael: Making death threats in the middle of a hotel lobby is such a bad idea.

Phyllis: It’s not my hotel anymore, so — pbht. You know, it’s the first amendment. Michael, it’s the constitution. I can do what I want.

Michael: Except when you’re yelling murder or fire.

Lauren: This isn’t helping anyone.

Phyllis: Wow.

Lauren: Just stop it.

Phyllis: Oh, stop, please, you two. Enough. Enough. I’m done with the tough love. You’re either with me or you’re against me.

Michael: Well, we’re not against you.

Phyllis: Yeah, sure. Well, I’m done with tough love, and I am done with you. Okay?

Lauren: Phyllis, hold on.

Phyllis: I am suffocating. Let me go.

Lauren: Go — go after her.

Michael: Phyllis. Phyllis! Phyllis! She found it.

Mariah: We have not found the perfect name yet.

Sharon: Well, I can’t keep calling her “the baby.”

Mariah: I know. I know. Trust me — we’re gonna figure it out soon.

Sharon: Can you at least tell me what names are in the running?

Mariah: I could, but do you really want to talk about it?

Sharon: Of course. Why wouldn’t I?

Sharon: I just didn’t know if you would have any sensitivity, considering…

Sharon: Oh. Wait. You mean because I didn’t get to name you?

Mariah: Yeah. I didn’t want to bring up any bad memories.

Sharon: You know, I didn’t get to raise you, but we did find each other again. And you turned out to be a remarkable woman with a beautiful name that fits her beautiful soul.

Mariah: And, see, that’s exactly what we’re trying to do. We’re trying to find the perfect name that matches our little girl’s essence.

Sharon: When you hear it, you’ll know it.

Jack: I hate to see you on edge like this.

Diane: I’m just so mad at myself for letting jeremy get to me again. You know, I refuse to be that man’s victim, but I promise you that somehow, some way, I am going to get him out of our lives. I’m just — I’m just frustrated that our last plan didn’t work.

Jack: Well, that wasn’t your fault.

Diane: No. But I don’t want you or anyone else to take that kind of risk again, like you did last time. Your days of committing larceny are over. But I’m afraid that it’s going to take something extreme like that to get rid of him. And I don’t know — I don’t know what that something is, but whatever it is, I’m going to be the one who takes the risk. I brought him into our lives, and I will drive him out.

Jack: I love to see that fire in your eyes. I love your devotion to us. But I’m starting to think maybe going on the offensive with stark is not the right solution.

Diane: Well, maybe the problem was we didn’t frame him for a big enough crime.

Jack: I disagree. No, I think maybe the opposite approach is the right way to go.

Nick: I will take care of everything sally needs until the baby arrives.

Adam: [ Sighs ] Look, I-I get that you’re together, and I know that you’re gonna be around. I’m not fighting that. And I will try to resist the urge to spontaneously check in. But, um, I would really like to come to some of your doctor’s appointments or ultrasounds.

Sally: Um, yeah. I’ll think about it.

Adam: Well, uh, I won’t overstay my welcome. I’m glad everything’s okay.

Sally: That was tense. I know adam’s trying to deal with this the best way he can, but it’s gonna be tough for him. And I know that you’re not overly sensitive to his feelings, but they’re gonna affect all of us.

Nick: We’re all in this together. I don’t like it, but it is what it is. I’ve had time to accept that I’m not the father of this baby. So I sympathize with him a bit more.

Sally: Yeah, well, the calmer things are, the better it is going to be for all of us.

Nick: I will do everything i can to keep things that way, sally, but when adam’s involved, you never know what to expect. You got to be careful. If your moderate to severe crohn’s disease

Sally: I mean, look, adam and I have had our fair share of drama, but with the baby involved, I don’t think he’d pull anything. I mean, what is it that you think I need to be careful about?

Nick: I know you have a soft spot for my brother, and i completely respect what the two of you had together. I know he’s in a tough spot. For him to ask to be involved in some of the doctor appointments is completely justified.

Sally: Yeah. I mean, we’re in agreement. So, what’s the problem?

Nick: I know you think you’re doing the right thing by letting him get involved in the pregnancy, but at the same time, you could just be inviting trouble.

Sally: In what way?

Nick: It doesn’t matter what his motives are. The more involved he is, the harder it’s gonna be for him to let go.

Sharon: Wow. No amount of swagger can cover up the way you’re feeling right now. The whole world can see it. You want to talk?

Adam: Sharon, I am… I’m trying to be a good guy here. I’m trying to handle the situation with sally and the baby with class, poise, and grace, but —

Sharon: But you’re still adam newman.

Adam: I don’t know if I can.

Diane: What are you thinking?

Jack: I am merely proposing that we pretend that man does not exist.

Diane: How can we do that? He’s sending packages to the house.

Jack: We don’t open them. When we see him in town, we walk the other way. We don’t talk about him, let him live in our heads. We take away his power by not giving him power in the first place.

Diane: So just a change of attitude?

Jack: Look, I promise we will stay safe and protected.

Diane: [ Sighs ]

Jack: But we will let our security team and the authorities worry about jeremy stark. In the meantime, we live our lives to the fullest, enjoy every single moment. That man cannot intimidate us if we don’t allow him to.

Diane: Well, it — it sounds good in theory, but he’S…

[ Sighs ]

Jack: We have just been saying how special life is, how everything is falling so perfectly into place. We are happy. The kids are good. Our grandson is joy personified. You were right. We can’t just leave genoa city. We have far too much to lose. So, why are we wasting one more second on jeremy stark? We’ve waited all this time to find each other again. Every moment is precious.

Diane: I feel that way, too, but —

Jack: No. No — no — no “buts.” Having you back in my life again has given me energy and optimism and purpose and happiness I — I thought I had lost forever. I will be damned if jeremy stark or anyone else takes that from us. I love you too much.

Diane: God. Jack, I… I love you, too. It’s — it’s almost — almost overpowering, like this love that’s been pent up and it’s finally able to be free.

[ Laughs ]

Jack: I have another idea. Marry me.

Lauren: Phyllis is spiraling out of control. I haven’t seen her like this in a long time. And it really scares me.

Michael: I was trying to keep it light earlier. I’m really worried about her. She can’t seem to get out of her own way. She’s not thinking clearly.

[ Sighs ] The good thing is, you can usually rely on her to right the ship.

Lauren: But how many times can she go down this dark path and — and actually come back?

Michael: Huh. I don’t know. One thing that always holds true about her, though, is she’s a survivor.

Jeremy: You’re lucky to be alive.

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Victoria: Did tucker approach you about buying the company and taking control?

Devon: Why do you care?

Sally: There is actually something that you should know. It’s probably best you hear it from me. I am pregnant.

Jeremy: I can tell by that look in your eye you’re intrigued.

Phyllis: I can’T. I’d lose everything.

Jeremy: It seems to me you already have.

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Nate: What do you think about mash ups?

Audra: What do you mean? Like korean barbecue tacos or like —

Nate: Like country rock.

Audra: You like country?

Nate: Are you kidding me? How could you not? It’s got everything — heart, soul, relatable stories. What I’m saying is, unexpected combinations can change people’s perspectives. Hip-hop and opera, samurai films and spaghetti westerns. Essentially, we’re all more alike than we are different.

Audra: I like that sentiment.

Nate: That’s what I want to do with our properties.

Audra: Mix genres.

Nate: Add to them. Give the people a taste of the unexpected, something they might think they don’t like but make it more appealing. If we rely on algorithms, we’re just giving people what they’re used to. We need to open their minds to new ideas.

Audra: How do you suppose we do that?

Nate: Ooh, that’s the fun part. We blow it all up.

Victoria: [ Knocks on door ] I hope I’m not interrupting.

Nate: No, we were just going over our content-development strategies.

Victoria: Well, I’d like to steal you for a minute.

Nate: Sure, no problem. I’m all yours. Audra and I were just wrapping things up.

Audra: I am going to go get a cup of coffee at crimson lights.

Victoria: Alright. Well, take your time. We have a lot to go over. It might take a while.

[ Chuckles ]

Tucker: No, no, no.

[ Inhales sharply ] Can’t do it.

Ashley: Oh, I bet you could if you tried.

[ Chuckles ]

Tucker: No, no, I want to. No, no. Wouldn’t be, right.

Ashley: Why not?

Tucker: ‘Cause you’re not coming at this and I’m not coming at this as equals. You see?

Ashley: Oh.

Tucker: You’ve got the upper hand here.

Ashley: Oh. Because I own your debt? And other parts of you. I’m talking about your heart.

Tucker: Yeah.

Ashley: Or so you’ve told me.

Tucker: See, there’s an imbalance.

Ashley: Mm.

Tucker: And where there is inequality, there’s no true understanding.

Ashley: I see.

Tucker: Mm-hmm.

Ashley: So this show of self-restraint is because I’m calling the shots. Are you really that intimidated by me? Really?

Devon: Hey. I just got off the phone with christine, and she just said that chancellor-winters filed its response to my lawsuit.

Lily: Uh, yeah, that’s what you wanted.

Devon: And it was submitted by amanda sinclair.

Lily: Yeah, she’s taking on the case.

Devon: So you hired my ex, who hates me, to try and keep hamilton-winters out of my hands?

Lily: Well, I mean, she’s familiar with your inability to commit, and you know about her winning record, so, uh, yeah, she’s eager to take it on.

Devon: [ Scoffs ] So this is what you’ve resorted to? You’re using my personal life against me. One prilosec otc each morning blocks

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Lily: Devon, amanda handled our merger. She knows the intricacies and loopholes better than anyone.

Devon: Oh, so you’re going to sit there and act like this isn’t a personal attack on me?

Lily: It’s not a personal attack on you. It’s a business decision.

Devon: Keep telling yourself that.

Lily: Sorry, just because you cheated on her does not mean that we’re not going to use her when she’s the best person for the job.

Devon: Really? What happened to you, lily? What are you doing?

Lily: Okay, you know, I’m sorry if hiring amanda upsets you.

Devon: You’re not. You’re not sorry at all. You did it on purpose. You know exactly what you’re doing. And I think it’s ridiculous that you would drag her into the middle of this when she should be in virginia taking care of her sick mother.

Lily: Oh, really? Now you care?

Devon: Yeah.

Lily: You didn’t care about her sick mother when you were cheating on her.

Devon: Okay, so you’re going to go that low. Are you proud of yourself for what you’re doing?

Lily: I’m sorry. Do you think this lawsuit takes you to higher ground? You’re suing us to take back control of your company, so why shouldn’t I do the same? Or, you know, to paraphrase what you said, I’m trying to stop you from tearing down everything that I’ve built and what I’ve achieved with chancellor-winters. So you wanted a war? This is it.

Audra: Thank you.

Elena: Hey, can I get an espresso to go?

Audra: Elena, hi.

Elena: Audra, hey. So how are you settling in at newman?

Audra: Oh, everything’s great. Except for the coffee. Where would I be without crimson lights?

Elena: Best in town.

Audra: Mm. Maybe I should grab a cup of coffee for nate before I go. You know, that man works so hard. Always thinking. So many game-changing ideas.

Elena: Nate’s very ambitious.

Audra: Yep. Probably the same dynamic as when he was a surgeon, right? Everyone’s dying for his approval or to hear his ideas or pick his brain about new projects. I can already tell I’m going to learn so much working under him.

Elena: Yeah, nate’s always been the kind of person who’s great at everything.

Audra: Yeah, you know, it’s refreshing to work with someone who knows what he wants and how to command that from the people around him.

Elena: Sounds like you really enjoy working with nate.

Audra: Mm, absolutely. You know, we’ve got an easy rapport. He’s really nurturing, but exacting, too. And he can be quite the taskmaster, but he makes it fun. He’s a good partner.

Elena: I always thought so.

Audra: But all work dynamics are different, you know? As close as nate and I are, it doesn’t compare to his connection with victoria.

Victoria: If you take a look at these numbers and then you plug in the projection over the next few quarters, you’ll see how everything in this sector is on the rise.

Nate: It looks promising.

Victoria: Yeah, I think that everything is right on track. We just need to tweak a few things, and then we should see some improvements in the next few…

[ Chuckles ] I’m sorry. I should’ve brought my own tablet. I feel like I’m cramping your style.

Nate: No. No, no, you’re good.

Victoria: Yeah, just play around with this data a little bit and see how it works for you.

Nate: I will do.

Victoria: And, you know, if you apply this to all the projects that you’re working on, you will get a grasp of where you’ll be in the next few quarters, for sure.

Nate: Okay. Thanks.

Victoria: Yeah. Is everything okay?

Nate: No. Uh… maybe this is a good time for us to discuss what’s going on. Between us.

Tucker: I’m not in the least bit… resentful that you’ve bested me in this situation.

Ashley: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: I’m more than happy to implement the changes that you’ve suggested. I just feel like it’s a little… it’s just not a good idea to get involved in a situation so inherently manipulative. Hmm? What do you think? See how I’m evolving past that kind of behavior?

Ashley: Yeah. Good answer.

Tucker: Okay.

Ashley: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: I’m going to keep you abreast of the situation with devon.

Ashley: Yeah, you got to focus on devon.

Tucker: I do. Good day.

Ashley: Wait one second. I spoke with victor and victoria, actually.

Tucker: Did you?

Ashley: I did, yeah. They accused me of purchasing your debt.

Tucker: Ah. And did you confirm or deny it?

Ashley: Mm.

Tucker: You confirmed it?

Ashley: I did not, of course. And victor didn’t believe me. He thought I did purchase your debt so that I could punish you.

Tucker: And victoria?

Ashley: She believes that my motives are more benign, I think. But regardless, they’re very anxious to get their hands on your company.

Tucker: That’s not news.

Ashley: What is news is that they’re willing to pay top dollar. Far, far more than it’s worth. What do you think?

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Ashley: Selling to the newmans would put you back in control financially.

Tucker: Mm.

Ashley: You can start all over again, right? You wouldn’t have a care in the world.

Tucker: No, not a care.

Ashley: Mnh-mnh.

Tucker: I could travel. I could, uh… I could have endless excitement. Fast cars. Fast women. When cold symptoms keep you up, You wanted to find out if i would abandon my plan to sell to devon and go for the big bucks instead, didn’t you?

Ashley: Well, you, originally, were planning to sell to the newmans.

Tucker: Yes, I know, and if I did, I’d have more money than god, but then I’d be alone. Okay? So if I’m going to make this deal, I choose whichever door leads to you.

Tucker: Being with you is worth more.

Devon: I just — let me be clear about what you’re saying here, ’cause I want to make sure I understand. Before, you would say that, by me removing hamilton-winters from this partnership, I’d be devaluing both companies, but, in reality, you’re just worried about me devaluing your accomplishments.

Lily: Why can’t both things be true?

Devon: Oh, they can be, but, I mean, if we’re just trying to protect our businesses here, why am I the only bad guy?

Lily: Because you signed a contract. You agreed to the merger. So it’s one company. So I’m doing what needs to be done. And you know what? We are both going to lose money, we’re both going to lose time, we’re probably going to lose our dignity, but you know who’s going to walk away with nothing? It’s going to be you.

Devon: Lily, I didn’t want this fight. I didn’t — I never wanted to fight with you. I just wanted my business and the company that I created with my father. That’s it.

Lily: Devon, you have got to stop acting like you are the only one who can carry on his legacy.

Devon: Well, why am I the only one trying to protect the company that he left behind?

Lily: Saving hamilton-winters is not going to bring dad back. And if it did, I would be right there with you, fighting. But it’s not. So you’re wrong. And if it takes a judge to prove that to you, then so be it.

Devon: So this is you just saying you don’t give a damn?

Lily: Actually, no, it’s the opposite. My dad was more than a name, and he was definitely more than a company. He transcends that. So, you know what? Start a new company. Or take the money that we offered you and retire. I don’t care. But if you go down this path, I guarantee you will regret it.

Devon: I never thought I’d say this in a million years, but I’m almost glad neil isn’t here to see who you’ve turned into.

Lily: [ Scoffs ]

Elena: Um… nate and victoria have been friends for a long time. I think he’s always admired her business acumen, and she hired him after he left chancellor-winters, so I think it’s only natural that he’d be grateful.

Audra: Mm. Definitely a lot of gratitude going on.

Elena: Yeah, I think that he should be appreciative. Just like you seem to be since nate hired you after you were let go.

Audra: Yeah, but I’m hardly a neophyte in the business world. But, nate, now, I have to hand it to him. The way he’s been able to close that hierarchy gap between him and victoria, they are so in sync it’s crazy. It’s like they were destined to be partners. Business partners, of course.

Elena: I’m glad he has such a supportive boss.

Audra: Yeah. It’s a shame he didn’t have that at chancellor when he was working with family.

Elena: I’m not sure that’s appropriate to discuss.

Audra: You’re right. Family dynamics can be tricky. Relatives don’t always have the strongest bonds. But, you know, it’s funny. When you have the right person by your side, just everything falls into place regardless of what their relationship is to you. Nate must be that person for victoria. The real deal.

Elena: And what do you mean by that?

Audra: Well, nate may only be in charge of one division now, but it’s pretty clear victoria has much bigger plans for him.

Victoria: Must we discuss the elephant in the room?

Nate: [ Chuckles ] If we’re going to get any work done. Look, I’ll start. I feel a certain attraction to you, but I shouldn’T.

Victoria: Because of elena. What’s going on between the two of you? Maybe whatever it is will clarify what’s going on between the two of us.

Nate: That’s the problem. Elena and I are in a good place, for the first time in a long while.

Victoria: And yet?

Nate:I’ve crossed a line.

Victoria: Twice.

Nate: Yes. [ Clears throat ] Multiple times.

Victoria: So that’s a problem?

Nate: I think there have been some mixed messages.

Victoria: Yes, it seems like the wires are definitely crossed. But not for me. I know what I want. However, I’m unencumbered, and I’m free to get involved with whoever I want. But, unfortunately, it’s not the same for you.

Nate: I apologize for this.

Victoria: Don’t apologize. Just figure out what you want because whatever happens or doesn’t happen is entirely up to you. (Vo) the shape that stole your heart

Nate: Look, I can’t deny feeling an intense connection. As if the job weren’t exciting enough, knowing I get to see you during the day…

Victoria: Yeah, it’s a pleasant bonus for me, too.

Nate: But I ultimately lost my career as a surgeon because of an impulse I acted on.

Victoria: So your concern is about your job?

Nate: My concern is about all the above. Business. Personal. The man I need to be.

Victoria: A man who’s faithful to his girlfriend. So who am I to you?

Nate: You’re…irresistible. Intoxicating. And you make me feel powerful.

Victoria: But you’re with elena.

Nate: And I can’t hurt her the way she and I hurt devon.

Victoria: Well, that’s very admirable.

Nate: So no matter what I may or may not be feeling, we can’t ever kiss again.

Victoria: Did we kiss? I’m sorry. I’ve been so busy. It must have just slipped my mind. Was it good?

Nate: Unforgettable. But I would hate to see what kind of negative impact this could have on our personal lives.

Victoria: Why would it? We won’t tell anyone. And in the future, I will not kiss you, and you will not kiss me.

Nate: Agreed.

Victoria: And we’ll be sure to keep a safe distance away from each other and avoid eye contact at all times.

Nate: Contact of any kind.

Victoria: You know, there’s one other thing to consider. You say that what you and elena did caused you to leave your career in the medical field and come here. But maybe here is where you belonged all along. Maybe you need more than she’s able to give you.

Elena: So what do you think victoria has in store for nate?

Audra: I am not privy to that level of information. In fact, I was just kicked out of meeting with nate because victoria wanted to have a word in private.

Elena: About what?

Audra: Uh, data, numbers.

Elena: But wouldn’t you be included in that discussion since you are the coo?

Audra: Yeah, I thought that was rude, too. But when victoria wants to meet with nate, I make myself scarce.

Elena: Hm. And, um, does has happen often?

Audra: Look, all I know is that victoria must see something truly magnificent in him to give him so much one-on-one attention.

Elena: I suppose.

Audra: He’ll be moving up in the newman organization any day now. You should be so proud of your boyfriend.

Tucker: You expected to see my wheels turning as i formulated my grand plan to sell mccall to newman for millions more than it’s worth, didn’t you?

Ashley: I thought it was a strong possibility.

Tucker: I’ve never been happier to disappoint you.

Ashley: Won’t be the first time. I’m sure it won’t be the last.

Tucker: Ashley, the only thing I’m interested in at this point is to have a fresh start with the two people who matter the most to me in life, you and devon. That’s it.

Ashley: Okay, tell me this. What happens if you can’t convince devon to buy your company? And I’m not convinced that you actually want to be a better man. What if we both turn our backs on you? What then?

Tucker: I would still forge ahead with my mission of self-improvement. Here’s the thing. No matter who purchases mccall, the sale will provide me with the means of a fresh start. Uh… the way lived my life up until now, yes, has made me rich, but I’m completely devoid of the things that matter, and a major loss has forced my hand, finally.

Ashley: So to be a better person, you need to be abandoned completely?

Tucker: Is that what you’re planning to do? If I can’t win devon over, are you just going to turn your back on me?

Devon: It doesn’t feel good, does it?

Lily: Sorry, the comment of dad being ashamed of me?

Devon: Yeah. Same thing you said to me last time we got an argument about this.

Lily: No, I actually wish he were here to see what I’ve become, because I know that he would be incredibly proud of me.

Devon: Are you sure about that?

Lily: Absolutely. It is so easy to be a copy of him, but I am out of his shadow. I’m forging my own path.

Devon: Okay, so, what, is that a dig at me?

Lily: You can take it however you want, but you thought that you could make demands, and I would just roll over? Well, I am sorry, but, no. This lawsuit is going to define everything. It’s going to change our companies, the way the business world sees us, our relationship moving forward. But in the end, you will see that I won.

Devon: Right, you won by any means necessary, too, right?

Lily: Well, it’s not personal. It’s business. Remember? You kept telling me that.

Devon: Yeah, you’re ridiculous. You’re unbelievable, actually.

Lily: Sorry, I’m unbelievable?

Devon: Yes, you are.

Lily: You’re the one who won’t honor a contract that you signed. You won’t take the money that we offered you. You want to burn everything to the ground. So here we are.

Devon: Yeah, here we are, with you willing to sacrifice our relationship for a business deal that went bad.

Lily: Because you won’t loosen your grip on dad’s company.

Devon: And what’s wrong with me trying to preserve his memory like that, lily? Really? What is it? I mean, after everything he taught us, after everything he did for us, how can you turn your back on him like that?

Lily: [ Sighs ] Devon, I am warning you. Do not go there. And you still have your biological father, tucker.

Devon: You have your biologic– you got malcolm.

Lily: Tucker is here in genoa city. He wants a relationship with you. You have a young son who you get to see every single day. My children have their own life. This is all I have left.

Devon: What are you talking about it’s all you — you have me. I’m here in town with you. And I never wanted you to feel alone in any of this. You’re the one that’s made the decision to side with jill in this ipo move. So what was I meant to do?

Lily: Honor the contract that you signed.

Devon: Yeah. You know, say whatever you want about tucker. He will never fill neil’s shoes.

Lily: And neither will you. You know, you want to say all of these things about how family is so important to you, but yet you’re willing to throw me away for a company. So in my mind, you are a hypocrite. I’m sholeh and I lost 75 pounds with golo.

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Devon: Lily, do you know why you feel like you’re so alone? ‘Cause who the hell would want to be around you when you’re acting like you act?

Lily: Oh —

Abby: You know, one of the guys in the kitchen just told me about a rage room where you can go and put on a hard hat, get a sledge hammer, smash up a bunch of old tvs. You can get as loud as you want. So maybe you guys should head over there, because if you can’t keep it down, I’m going to have to ask you to leave.

Devon: I’m sorry.

Lily: Yeah, I’m — I’m sorry, abby. I’m sorry.

Abby: Louise just texted me that we’re out of diapers, so I think we should go grab some. We’ll get them much faster if we go get them.

Devon: We can’t order them, have them delivered?

Abby: No, come on. We’re going to go get them. Thank you.

Elena: Of course, I am proud of nate. Uh, his new career has just been an adjustment for both of us.

Audra: You know, to me, it seems perfectly natural for him to pivot from medicine to business. To be a doctor or a ceo, you have to have a certain confidence, you know, that your decision is the right one, and everything’s going to work out in the end.

Elena: Yeah, he certainly has that.

Audra: He’s a born leader. You know, if he ever ran for office, he’d have thousands of supporters. I mean, mostly women, with those eyes and a smile like that. Not that I need to tell you, since you know what he’s like.

Elena: I certainly do.

Audra: I didn’t upset you, did I?

Elena: No, not at all. I just realized the time.

Audra: Well, this was fun. We should do it again — soon.

Elena: Yeah, my schedule’s pretty packed, but if something opens up, I’ll let you know.

Tucker: Nice. You make it look so easy.

Audra: Why? Whatever do you mean?

Tucker: Alright, let’s just pretend that you’re not here —

Audra: Trying to make friends with elena, who seems like a super sweet gal.

Tucker: God, you’re just amazing. I wish we could harness your super powers for the good of all mankind.

Audra: I’m a source of amusement? How about you entertain me for once?

Tucker: What do you have in mind?

Audra: Tell me the story of who gets to run your company.

Tucker: No, no, no, no.

Audra: Who are you selling to?

Tucker: That’s classified, I’m afraid, but I might be persuaded to give you a hint if you tell me something first.

Audra: Ask away.

Tucker: So, on a scale from a minor sibling squabble to total annihilation, how would you rank the little spat between devon and lily?

Audra: Why do you even care about what…

[ Chuckles ] Okay. You think you can step in and be the dad that devon so desperately needs?

Tucker: I haven’t given up hope that I might be back in his good graces someday soon, yeah.

Audra: By exploiting the brother/sister cage match? Are you offering devon the keys to mccall unlimited?

Tucker: Why don’t you answer my question first? How bad is this fight?

Audra: Look, I have limited firsthand knowledge, but from what I’ve heard, they’re going scorched-earth. Devon and lilly’s relationship may not survive the war. Now, tell me, are you offering your company to devon?

Tucker: I already have.

Victoria: I’m not going to apologize for being direct.

Nate: No, no, I find it refreshing.

Victoria: That’s good, because I approach my personal life the same way that i approach my business life. I’m very straightforward.

Nate: So what are your expectations for us, moving forward?

Victoria: I hope that we enjoy a very long and fruitful partnership.

Nate: As do I.

Victoria: In order to do that, we’re going to have to be fully transparent with one another. So there aren’t any complications or miscommunications.

Nate: That is a solid approach. I will do my best to follow it.

Victoria: Okay.

Nate: So in the spirit of full disclosure… …I admire you, victoria. You’re intelligent, driven, powerful… beautiful. But I am in love with elena.

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Victoria: I respect that.

[ Knock on door ]

Audra: Victoria. Good. I was hoping you’d still be here. I hope I’m not interrupting your meeting, but I have news about mccall.

Victoria: What have you heard?

Audra: Well, it appears he’s changed course and wants to sell the company to his son.

Victoria: Well, that confirms exactly what my father and i suspected. Ashley bought up tucker’s debt.

Nate: Why? Is this a power move by jabot?

Victoria: Sounds like more of a move by ashley alone. She probably wanted the debt acquisition so she could strong-arm tucker into turning things around with devon. Seems that she wants tucker to redeem himself, which is surprisingly noble, in a lopsided kind of way.

Audra: If she’s expecting him to change, I mean, she’ll be deeply disappointed.

Nate: We’re apparently gonna be disappointed, too, since this means we’re losing out on acquiring mccall.

Victoria: Makes things more difficult, but it’s not impossible. Besides, I like a challenge.

Nate: What’s your plan?

Audra: We have to convince devon that buying mccall would be disastrous and that it would be a financial black hole from which he would never be able to extricate himself. And who better to relay that bad news than his cousin nate?

Abby: Okay, I couldn’t possibly have heard you right.

Devon: Oh, you did, though. Lily has hired amanda to represent them in court.

Abby: I thought amanda left chancellor.

Devon: She did. She did, but she’s the perfect weapon to aim at hamilton-winters — and to aim at me ’cause, you know, that’s really what this is about. Let’s not pretend like it isn’T.

Abby: Okay, I get that this feels like a personal shot, but why would lily do that?

Devon: Because she wants to win. That’s why. And she will obviously do whatever it takes. And she thinks it’s gonna rattle me in court. I’m just wondering what she and amanda have up their sleeves. You know? They’ll probably have a damn hologram of neil and fill the courtroom with everybody else I’ve wronged in my life.

Abby: That would be a very short list.

Devon: I… I’m dreading this entire thing now.

Abby: Tell me something. Are you worried that you’re gonna lose the lawsuit? Or is this about having to come face-to-face with amanda again?

Lily: I am beyond mortified to have an argument like that in public.

Daniel: The public will recover. How are you doing?

Lily: Not good. It’s like every time devon and i are around each other, all we do is try to hurt each other. And I don’t know how much more i can take.

Daniel: Yeah, well, famil seems to have a way of pushing buttons like no other person can.

Lily: It’s just, this merger was supposed to bring us closer together as a family, and it’s torn us apart. Nate is gone. Devon wants nothing to do with me.

Daniel: So, what are you gonna do?

Lily: [ Scoffs ] I don’t know. I just — I have to stop believing that i can salvage things. It’s like I have to fight to save chancellor-winters because it’s all I have left. So I have to fight with everything that I have. Your heart is the beat of life.

Daniel: Seems a little extreme. You’re more than chancellor-winters. You have a lot of people in your life that love you.

Lily: Not really. I mean, my parents are gone. My relationship with billy is over. I don’t know if devon and nate and I will ever fix anything. My kids are living their own life. Like, what’s left but my career?

Daniel: What about your friends? What about me?

Lily: Yeah, I mean, you’ve been the better part of the past couple of months. If only you could make this lawsuit go away.

Daniel: I wish I had that power.

Lily: I know things are gonna get really ugly.

Daniel: I don’t doubt that for a second. Are you sure it’s worth the agony?

Devon: It’s not like I have a choice about facing amanda again, you know?

Abby: Well, I have never really thought about this before, but I feel like I’m the lucky one in the fallout of all of our breakups.

Devon: What makes you say that?

Abby: Because I have to see chance. I have to communicate with him because of dominic. And all of that awkwardness, everything that was difficult between us when amanda and chance walked in on us together — well, it’s gotten a lot less. But you — you haven’t seen amanda since she broke things off. I mean, you haven’t crossed paths.

Devon: Oh, I know. Believe me. And then now the next time I see her is gonna be in a courtroom. And it’s gonna hurt.

Abby: I’m sorry. This stress is the last thing you need on top of everything else that you’re going through.

Devon: That’s what lily’s banking on. She wants this to be a painful process financially, professionally, and personally.

Abby: Are you sure that this lawsuit is worth the destruction that it will cause? I think you should reconsider tucker’s offer.

Ashley: Hey. I hope you’re calling with good news.

Tucker: As in, I can’t get you off my mind?

Ashley: As in, you got devon to sign on the dotted line.

Tucker: Uh, not quite.

Ashley: Tucker.

Tucker: Not yet, I mean to say. I’m on a fact-finding mission.

Ashley: Okay, but you have to proceed honestly. No interfering, no manipulations of any kind.

Tucker: Fear not. I’m simply collecting information on a person I might do a deal with. That’s just good business practice. I want to make sure that when devon contemplates buying mccall that he believes it’ll be the solution to all his problems.

Ashley: Okay. Call me when you get it done.

Nate: You want me to sabotage devon’s purchase of mccall unlimited?

Victoria: Yes, that is the mission. I assume that you’re going to accept it.

Nate: I’m not on good terms with either one of my cousins. I doubt I could even convince them that the sky is blue these days.

Victoria: I’m sure that you can find a way to put a stop to devon reconciling with tucker.

Nate: Still, that wouldn’t feel right. My willingness to help you acquire a controlling interest in chancellor-winters via the company’s ipo is what started all this tension in my family in the first place.

Victoria: But you didn’t cause the current conflict between devon and lily. It’s not your fault that they can’t decide whether or not to proceed with the ipo.

Nate: Still, I hate that they are fighting. And maybe this offer from tucker can help end this feud.

Victoria: You want to bring peace to the winters, which will only happen if devon agrees to give up his claim in neil’s company in favor of running tucker’S.

Nate: Honestly, on a personal level, I’d like to see that happen.

Victoria: But professionally, it’s not in our best interests.

Nate: [ Sighs ]

Audra: Looks like you don’t have much of a choice.

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Diane: Thank you. Oh, good morning, kyle.

Jack: Son. Thank you for joining us on such tice

kyle: I can’t stay long. I’m pretty busy. Everything with marchetti is on overdrive, especially now that we’re bringing on board the textile mills we acquired from victor.

Jack: I am well aware of the value of bringing manufacturing in house. That’s not what we want to talk about.

Kyle: I can tell by the looks on your faces it’s pretty serious.

Jack: Diane and I are going off the grid for a little while. In fact, we’re on our way out of town right now.

Diane: I know it’s short notice, but I do need to take this time away from work. Maybe you could explain the situation to summer for me? It’s, um, extenuating circumstances.

Kyle: Which are what, exactly?

Diane: We’re leaving to avoid any future psychological torture from jeremy stark.

Kyle: [ Scoffs ] Wait. What kind of harm can he do from a prison cell?

Jack: He is out of jail. They could not make the charges against him stick, so he’s been released.

Diane: And he came right back here to genoa city.

[ Doorbell rings ]

Summer: [ Sighs ]

Phyllis: Hello. Excuse me. [ Chuckles ] I’m so glad it’s you who answered the door.

Summer: Mom, what are you doing here? I mean, harrison’s at preschool and I’m pretty sure jack doesn’t want anything to do with you and I —

Phyllis: Okay, listen, you don’t have to remind me that I’m not welcome here. I totally understand. I get it. I came here to turn things around.

Summer: I’m not even sure that I want to know how you intend on pulling that off.

Phyllis: Well, it’s simple. You’re my daughter. I mean, don’t you wish that things could go back to how we used to be? Maybe we could just go somewhere and have some coffee and just talk. Just…talk. You’re the light of my life. Do I need to remind you of that? Alright, well, I’m not gonna take “no” for an answer. I’m not gonna do that. I’m gonna park myself on your sofa, and I’m not moving.

[ Knock on door ]

Victor: Come in.

Ashley: Hi.

Victor: Ashley. Thank you for coming.

Ashley: Sure. Uh, your text was kind of vague. Why did you want to meet with me?

Victor: Yeah. It’s a business matter. Tucker mccall came to us and made a proposal. He suggested that perhaps we would buy his company.

Victoria: He was carrying around a serious amount of debt. He was looking to unload mccall, and then suddenly and mysteriously somebody bought up the debt.

Ashley: Fascinating. What does that have to do with me?

Victor: We were just wondering who might have the financial wherewithal and the desire to make such a deal.

Victoria: My mother shared a theory on who that someone might be.

Ashley: Who is it?

Victor: You.

[ Door opens ]

Tucker: Hey.

Devon: Hello.

Tucker: Thank you for coming.

Devon: Like I said on the phone, you got 30 minutes to say whatever you want to say to me. And try not to lie.

Tucker: Okay. Yes, you made your time limit very clear. Eh. And as much as I deserve your fury, I think once you’ve heard what I have to say that ultimately you’ll be glad that you decided to meet with me. So, I’m here with a proposition that could change your life. Want luxury hair repair that doesn’t cost $50?

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Kyle: Stark not only beat the charges, but he had the nerve to show his face in genoa city again? When did this happen? How long have you known?

Diane: We only found out ourselves a couple days ago when we ran into him here, actually. And then yesterday he had a package delivered to the house.

Kyle: What kind of package?

Diane: No, it’s okay. It was — it was harmless. But he clearly sent it to rattle us and send a message that he was back and that he was planning to mess with me.

Kyle: The man is a menace. He’s sending potentially dangerous packages to our home where our family lives? Can’t the police do anything about this?

Jack: Unfortunately, he is considered an innocent man right now. That won’t last too long ’cause we all know he’s anything but innocent. But chance knows he’s back in town, knows he has an agenda, and unfortunately has lost patience with your mother and me.

Kyle: Why is that?

Jack: Stark is convinced that we are the ones that set him up, and chance appears to agree with him.

Kyle: What are you saying? The gcpd is just going to ignore that a known criminal is in town sending potentially dangerous packages to our house?

Jack: I will tell you what chance told us. The police are not going to get involved unless there is an actual threat. The package turned out to be a book, a memento of his time with diane in L.A. The police can hardly arrest him for that, and there isn’t enough evidence that he’s the one that put it there in the first place.

Kyle: The man’s presence is a threat.

Jack: I agree. That is why security has been beefed up and they are on full alert. I assure you the abbott home is safe and secure.

Diane: But jack suggested that we go away in order to not be able to run into him or get caught up in any of his insidious mind games.

Kyle: You’re letting him run you out of town again.

Diane: Well, honestly, i don’t see it like that. And you shouldn’t, either.

Jack: Your mother’s right. We are leaving the house so that stark isn’t tempted to find other ways to come at us.

Diane: Yeah, and it’s not all doom and gloom. I mean, jack and I are going to use this time for ourselves, to get away from everything and celebrate our reunion.

Jack: Look, a little time away will give us some perspective, and maybe we’ll come up with another way to handle things. But right now the jet awaits and we’ve got to be going. With any luck, stark will get bored and move on while we are having a romantic getaway.

Summer: I appreciate your, um, well-intentioned, albeit, uh, forceful invitation, but, mom, I don’t have time to have coffee. I’ve got to get to the office.

Phyllis: The office? This is more important than work. Come on. It’s more important than work. You only have one mom. Okay?

[ Sighs ] Listen, I am sorry about the other day. I apologize. I was upset and I was hurt. I never, never meant to say that I would walk out of your life forever. Don’t you want to go back to the relationship that we had? Don’t — don’t you want that? I mean, you have to want that, summer.

Summer: Mom, of course I wish things were different.

Phyllis: Okay, good, good. Okay. That’s enough.

[ Chuckles ] So let’s make them different. Let’s do that. We can fix this. We can get past this.

Summer: I’m sorry. I just — I really don’t have the time or the energy to get into it with you right now. And, you know, just so you know, I’ve talked to daniel since the last time we saw each other, and he filled me in on all of the fallout from you butting into his life, too.

Phyllis: Oh. Wow. So, this is how it’s gonna be? You and daniel against me, talking together, commiserating against me?

Summer: I’m not gonna speak for daniel, but I can’t just brush aside my feelings. You interfering with stark — that could have put us all in serious danger. And you interfering in daniel’s life, both professionally and personally, could have ruined his deal with chancellor-winters and caused irreparable damage in his relationship with heather.

Phyllis: Okay, got it, got it, got it. I mean, all I’m hearing from you is “could have, could have, could have.” It didn’t happen. It certainly didn’t happen. Why do you and your brother refuse to see that?

Summer: Because it’s not the point! It’s not the point. Mom, this is just another example of how you choose to operate. And it doesn’t matter how many times you promise that you’re gonna make it right or that you’re gonna change. It’s really — it’s actually — it’s pointless. And, honestly, I just — I can’t keep showing up for it.

Phyllis: Okay, this is completely unfair. Do you know that all a mother wants to do is protect her child? That’s all I want to do. I want to protect you and daniel. I want to protect you from diane. I want to help daniel fix his relationship with heather, who i don’t like, but I want to help him fix it and fix his relationship with his daughter. Wh– why is that wrong?

Summer: That.

[ Scoffs ] That right there. That’s why we can’t just sit and have coffee and pour our hearts out and pretend like everything’s gonna be okay — because it’s not. There’s always an excuse with you. Mom, please, just for once in your life, just admit… you screwed up.

Ashley: Now, why would you think that I would buy tucker’s debt? And if I did, why do you care either way?

Victoria: After learning that his debt had been acquired, tucker pulled out of a deal to sell mccall to newman.

Ashley: Oh. Okay. Well, that answers why you care, but why would you think I would do such a thing?

Victoria: You and tucker have a long history. Maybe your scheme to get information out of him about diane — maybe it brought back some of those old feelings. Or maybe you got sentimental and you bought his story that he was a changed man.

Ashley: Oh, come on. Victoria, I’m not some doe-eyed ingenue that’s gonna just fall for tucker’s dumb lines.

Victor: She is far too smart to believe anything that tucker mccall has to say, right?

Ashley: Exactly.

Victor: And I seriously doubt she harbors any illusions about that man having changed.

Ashley: Right. So it’s preposterous to think that I would make some kind of a huge and expensive gesture like that to buy up his debt. So, I guess we’re done here.

Victor: No, no, no. Please don’t go. Ashley, please don’t go.

Devon: Okay. Well, a life-changing proposition is exactly the kind of manipulation I’m not interested in, so…

Tucker: Forgive me. That was a bit hyperbolic.

[ Chuckles ] It’s funny. Despite my best intentions, i always seem to get everything wrong with you. One of the things I’m working hard to change.

Devon: Well, you know, saying that you want to improve our relationship and actually doing it are two different things, and I don’t know if you realize that.

Tucker: [ Sighs ] I-I got a lot wrong. I made some big mistakes when i came back to town. And not just with you — with ashley. The two people that I expressly came back in order to impress and reconnect with. I did. I went about it all wrong. And now everything’s come crashing down, and I’ve only got myself to blame for that.

Devon: That’s one thing we can both agree on.

Tucker: [ Chuckles ] Yeah. I tell you, it’s been a relief to just drop the pretense of success and admit that I failed. Dropping this charade has given me energy and it’s given me the time to — to try to fix what I’ve broken. And not just for you and ashley, but for myself.

Devon: Right. That all sounds great. I’ve heard you say the exact same thing before with same conviction in your voice. So, I mean, why should I believe you this time?

Tucker: Because this time I’m gonna put my money where my mouth is.

Devon: Really?

Tucker: Yeah. I’ve decided to divest myself of everything that represents my old way of life. I’m selling mccall unlimited.

Devon: Hmm.

Tucker: I’m gonna wipe the slate clean and start new. And I would like nothing more than for you to take over my company. We’re done

Devon: Well, this is — yeah, this is certainly a new angle for you. What would make you think that I’d want to buy your company?

Tucker: Okay, I’m gonna be honest with you. It is failing in some areas. Um, but for someone with, um — with vision and creativity, uh, there’s still value and there’s still the infrastructure to make it quite lucrative, if it’s managed well. And I just know that that person is you.

Devon: How do you know? How do you know that person is me?

Tucker: Well, I built the company from the ground up, and I know you can relate to that. It was born out of my passion for music and the entertainment industry. And, uh [Chuckles] Although you didn’t get much from me, you definitely inherited that. And, um… well, ultimately, it would just mean the world to me to see you at the helm.

Devon: It sounds to me like you want me to do you a favor and buy you out of your debt.

Tucker: No.

Devon: No?

Tucker: No, someone’s already done it. Yeah.

Devon: Mm.

Tucker: And although I’ve received some very lucrative offers, I would offer you the, uh — the [Chuckles] Friends and family price ’cause I just know you would run the company with integrity, intelligence, and heart.

Victor: Maybe you made the move as some sort of power play, you know, a revenge tactic.

Ashley: Well, that’s an interesting theory. What would be the end game?

Victor: Tucker would be beholden to whoever owns his debt.

Ashley: I see. Well, if that’s your line of thinking, then you should definitely consider devon. He has more motivation than anybody to want to get back at his father.

Victor: Really?

Ashley: Well, of course. When tucker came back to town, he wasn’t just after jabot. He was after chancellor-winters. When devon found out about that, he was furious. I should know. I was there when he confronted his father, not to mention that he has all the capital he needs to make it happen.

Victoria: You know, i considered that angle, too, but it just doesn’t seem like devon’s style. And besides that, I heard he cut all ties with his father. No, whoever bought tucker’s debt enjoys the game enough to keep playing it, which makes you our most likely suspect.

Kyle: Stark. I heard you were back in town. How do you even have the nerve to show your face in genoa city again?

Jeremy: Well, you’re not the first one to say that. Why do you find it so hard to believe that I’d want to come back to this charming little town? Great food, beautiful people. Just like your wife, summer, and that adorable little kid of yours.

Kyle: Hey, stay away from my family. And stop sending my mother tokens of your obsession. Do not make me tell you that again.

Jeremy: Ohh. That sounds like a threat.

Kyle: No, it’s not a threat. It’s a promise. If you have an ax to grind, you grind it with me.

Jeremy: Relax. I’ve decided to forgive and forget everything. In fact, I’d like to tell jack and diane that myself. I must have really spooked them the other day when I saw them,

if diane took the gift I sent the wrong way.

Kyle: So, you admit it. You sent the gift.

Jeremy: You wouldn’t happen to know where jack and diane are, would you?

Kyle: They left town. Flew out today. Won’t be back anytime soon. So you should just get the hell out of genoa city and don’t look back.

Phyllis: What are you talking about? I’ve owned up to plenty. I mean, all I’m doing is taking the blame for everything. I mean, that doesn’t seem to be enough. I’m here apologizing to you. I even admitted that I was the one who lured jeremy stark into town.

Summer: Yeah, and that you did it to help us. That’s — it’s not an apology, mom.

Phyllis: Well, that’s completely untrue. I mean, he asked me to find diane, and I refused to do that for him. I basically saved her life. I mean, all I see you doing is making allowances for diane, but you do nothing for me, and i don’t understand that. I’m your mother.

Summer: Yeah. You’re my mom. You are supposed to do right by me.

Phyllis: [ Exhales sharply ] Okay, summer, just — I-I can’T. Seriously. What about daniel? What about daniel? I mean, I’m taking the hit for all of his anger toward heather. I mean, it has nothing to do with me, but, hey, that’s what I do. I’m taking the hit. How come I’m always the one to blame, I’m always the one who’s doing the wrong thing?

Summer: Because it was your fault, mom. You did those things. You’re the one that made those bad choices all on your own.

Phyllis: We’ve all made bad choices, haven’t we, summer?

Summer: [ Sighs ]

Phyllis: And by the way, are you getting in nikki’s face over this jeremy stark thing? ‘Cause she was in on it as well. Are you talking to your grandmother like this? I mean, by the way, she flew to los angeles to find dirt on diane jenkins. Yeah. She did that — on her own dime. But you’re not getting in her face, are you?

Summer: Obviously, I don’t approve of what she did, either.

Phyllis: Mm. Mm. How come she doesn’t get this, too? I know why. Because I fight. I stand up for what I believe, and I will not back down. And that’s how I am. And I will never change. I will never, ever change. I’m tired, summer. I am just so tired. Exhausted. Maybe at this point I’m the one who’s had enough.

Jeremy: Last-minute flight out of town? Sounds like your mother’s trying to relive some of our old adventures.

Kyle: She wants nothing to do with you.

Jeremy: You think I’d lose interest just because jack and diane are out of town?

Kyle: You should. Because what business do you have in genoa city that necessitates you hanging around indefinitely?

Jeremy: Why shouldn’t I stay? I’m in no rush. I have no place to be. That’s what it’s like when you spend years in federal prison. You lose your place in the world and you have to find another place. Well, genoa city could be that perfect spot. Very welcoming, present company excluded. I think I just found the perfect place to call home.

Kyle: Mm, you should think again because that would be a big mistake.

Jeremy: We’ll have to agree to disagree. Vacations don’t last forever. Sooner or later, you’ll end up right back where you started.

Summer: I guess we’ve both had just about enough.

[ Exhales sharply ] I really can’t keep having this argument with you, mom. You — you have a blind spot when it comes to your own issues. You know, I honestly believe that you think that you’re doing the right things for the right reasons and that you’re trying to help in your own way.

Phyllis: Glad you understand, summer.

Summer: But your actions are not helpful. It breaks my heart that you can’t see that.

Phyllis: [ Clears throat ]

Summer: You know [Sighs] I’ve watched you try to evolve my entire life. I was always that kid with the parent who was still trying to grow up themselves. And I was there for all of your failed relationships, with dad and with jack, and you always said that you were gonna grow and that you’d matured. And I always believed you, but inevitably you would go back to your old ways and things would just blow up all over again, just like they are now. And you know what? I should — [ Sighs ]

[ Voice breaking ] I know that i should just accept you for who you are, but… I keep hoping and you keep on letting me down and I —

[ Sighs ] I just feel like I-I need to protect myself from — from any more hurt and disappointment.

[ Sighs ]

Phyllis: [ Clears throat ]

Phyllis: [ Breathes deeply ]

Ashley: So, let’s just say that I did buy tucker’s debt. What would you intend to do about it?

Victoria: Newman remains very interested. We’d be willing to make a lucrative deal to buy the company and all of the debt. And not only would we make it worth tucker’s while. We would also make it worth your while. So, if it’s true and you are behind all of this, perhaps we should just negotiate directly with you.

Victor: I just don’t think that ashley wants to be beholden to tucker mccall for any length of time. I mean, you’ve had your fun with him. You’ve made him sweat, right? Now it’s time to make a deal.

Ashley: Wow. This has been fascinating, if for no other reason but to be reminded of how your mind works, victor. You shouldn’t be talking to me. Whatever tucker wants to do with his company is his business. Leave me out of it.

Victor: Thank you for coming by, ashley.

Devon: So, like, how do you see this all working out? What’s your big vision here? I buy your company and then what? You and I are bonded together for life?

Tucker: That bond already exists, doesn’t it? This would just be a bonus.

Devon: Right, but you’re — you’re expecting me to welcome you back into my life with open arms, right?

Tucker: Devon, I don’t have any expectations. None. I just wanted to offer you this safety net.

Devon: Why do I need a safety net?

Tucker: I happen to know that you’re in a very precarious business situation at the moment, um, the fight you’re having with your sister and jill over hamilton-winters. Who knows how that’s gonna go down?

Devon: I know how it’s gonna down, and it’s none of your business, really.

Tucker: That’s true. It isn’T. But I took a look at the available analytics, and legally the chancellor-winters merger — it’s rock-solid. So, uh, you winning back hamilton-winters at this point — it’s a long shot. The odds are it’s not gonna work out in your favor.

Devon: Well, I don’t need to hear your odds. So, thanks.

Tucker: Okay, but wouldn’t you like to have a powerhouse like mccall in your back pocket in case it does go sideways? It gives you something else to turn your attention to.

Devon: I’m not thinking like that. And it sounds like you’re betting on me to lose.

Tucker: No, no, no. On the contrary. I’m offering you a strategy that will ensure you come out on top. I mean, let’s say you do win hamilton-winters back and you’re helming my company. You’re gonna be at the helm of a company that will just leapfrog chancellor-winters and newman.

Devon: And why do you care if that happens?

Tucker: ‘Cause you’re my son. And seeing you succeed is what I care about most.

Devon: Well, I think that our, uh, 30 minutes is over.

Tucker: Oh. Indeed it is.

[ Sighs ] Well, thank you again for seeing me, and I hope you’ll at least think about my offer and run it by your inner circle. Run it by abby. I mean, I know she hates me, but, you know, she’s always had your best interests at heart. Okay, nice to see you, and

[Clears throat] I hope to talk to you soon. Having triplets is…

“The young and the restless”

will continue.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ] Jack! How did you get this all set up?

Jack: Well, when I came up with this brilliant plan, I was very thorough.

Diane: I’ll say. Making jeremy think that we’d flown off to who knows where in the jabot jet while we enjoy this romantic hideaway in the abbott cabin? Ah! The delicious irony.

Jack: Yeah, I thought so.

Diane: Mmm.

Jack: I hated that little charade with kyle, but you never know who’s listening.

Diane: I agree. It was safer that way.

Jack: So, I had the place stocked with, uh, you know, all the essentials and a — a few delicacies. We have enough here to vacation as long as we want. But for this to be a success, i need to get you to promise me something.

Diane: What’s that?

Jack: No more mention of jeremy stark. The whole reason for coming up here is to put the world behind us for a bit. Just you and me, no one else, least of all him.

Diane: Mm. I promise I will do my best not to think of anyone but the handsome and charming man right in front of me in this perfect place. Mmm. And that kiss was the perfect start.

Jack: Did I mention I have champagne?

Diane: Mm! [ Chuckles ] I am loving this escape.

[ Cork pops ]

Jack: To us.

Diane: To us.

My darling

though you are very far away, dear

my heart still holds the spark

when the clouds fall over the water, just follow

my love will guide you to harbor, so follow

just follow love home

Devon: Hey.

Abby: Hey.

Devon: I’m glad you’re still here.

Abby: Yeah, I wanted to see how your talk with tucker went. What did he want?

Devon: Uh, boy. Mwah. You’re not gonna believe it. Tucker offered me, uh, his whole empire.

Abby: What?

Devon: Yeah. He said that he’s divesting himself so that he can start fresh and he wants to sell me mccall for a good price.

Abby: Why would he do that?

Devon: ‘Cause apparently he thinks that I have the passion and the integrity and the vision to lead his company in the right direction. And then he made an argument that, by me having mccall, it would be like an insurance policy so that I’d still have a company in case the lawsuit didn’t turn out the way I hope.

Abby: That’s a lot to consider.

Devon: Yeah. Yeah. And the real thing, though, to consider is who this offer is coming from — because given my history with tucker, you’ve got to question whether anything he says is sincere. You know that. Like, is he really trying to change? Does he really want to start fresh? Or is he just trying to manipulate me again?

[ Sighs ]

It’s the most wonderful

time of the year.

Abby: If the lawsuit does fail, I mean, this is a great backup plan. Mccall has name recognition. It has an amazing music division that you could work wonders with.

Devon: Right. Yeah, I know. Tucker said something similar to that.

Abby: Have you considered that you are the right person to lead mccall? Maybe this isn’t some sort of manipulation. Maybe this is a great offer.

Devon: I mean, the only way i would know is if I check the numbers. But he did also say that, as much as you hate him, your advice to me would be in my best interest. And he was right about that.

Abby: Well, I guess tucker isn’t wrong all of the time.

Devon: [ Chuckles ] Mm.

Abby: I think his offer is worth considering.

Ashley: So, did you pitch your heart out?

Tucker: I did. I think I did a pretty good job. Uh, I made the offer and explained my reasons in equal parts emotional appeal and bottom-line business considerations. He didn’t accept it, but he also didn’t reject it outright, so…

Ashley: Hmm. I guess you have your work cut out for you.

Tucker: I don’t know what else I could possibly do. I told him he should talk to abby, actually, so maybe you have some sway there?

Ashley: Oh, I think we should leave the two friends out of this.

Tucker: Friends? Really?

Ashley: Yeah.

Tucker: I don’t know. I get a sense there’s something deeper going on there.

Ashley: I think you need to keep your focus on devon.

Tucker: Yes, boss. I’m curious. What do you plan to do with little old me, should I fail?

Ashley: I haven’t made up my mind. But I do have a couple ideas.

Diane: [ Chuckles ]

Jack: Shall we start another?

Diane: Mm, maybe we should pace ourselves.

[ Cellphone pings ] Is everything okay?

Jack: Yeah, it was just a work thing. Everything’s fine.

Diane: Well, I hope it’s not a bad time for you to be out of the office.

Jack: I’m the ceo. I can do anything I want. No, I will definitely check in. Just not today.

Diane: You know, I hope harrison had a good day at school. Maybe we should check in. We left kind of suddenly.

Jack: I know you are worried about everyone else. Trust me. They are fine, too.

Diane: Well, how do you know? Maybe we should call.

Jack: I already did. Spoke to the security guy.

Diane: You. You’re as bad as I am. You see? There’s no way that we can completely forget about the jeremy stark threat. It’s — it’s gonna be right there beneath the surface.

Jack: It doesn’t have to be. We just have to work a little harder at keeping him out.

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Diane: [ Exhales sharply ] This is how jeremy works. He knows how to get into your head, and then the more you try to shut him out, the louder he gets.

Jack: That’s just one more reason we have to find a way to get him out of our lives for good.

Diane: You know, if I thought we could get away with murder, that would be my number-one option. That’s how much I hate that man.

Jack: Well, we can’t do that. That’s not an option. It’s not an option. Hey, I promise we will find a solution together.

Phyllis: [ Groans ] Vodka up, please. Thank you. Mnh. Could I have another, please? Don’t look at me like that. I’m well aware of what time it is. Thanks.

[ Vodka pouring ]

Victor: You know, I am certain that ashley bought mccall’s debt.

Victoria: Yeah. She was quite masterful at the non-denial denial thing.

Victor: Exactly.

Victoria: You know ashley was stringing us along, trying to figure out what we’re thinking, but I actually learned a lot about what she’s thinking.

Victor: Oh, yeah?

Victoria: Mom’s original theory was right. This isn’t about ashley having power over tucker. I think maybe… I think she’s falling for him again. Maybe she wants to help him in some way.

Victor: I don’t think that.

Victoria: I was watching her closely. I saw a protectiveness in her eyes. I think she — she wants to take care of tucker. Could it be that — that she wants him to change?

Tucker: I got to be honest with you. This little game you’re playing with me, the power you have over me — I’m starting to enjoy it. It’s intoxicating. I think you feel it, too.

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Abby: Are you feeling any better now?

Devon: I am, yeah, feeling a lot better. Thank you.

Abby: Good. A good meal will do that.

Devon: I think it’s more than just a dinner and the wine.

Abby: You want me to order some dessert?

Devon: No, no. Not talking about dessert. I’m talking about you. My day started off stressful and then got even more stressed. And just being with you and talking to you took that all away from me. Made me feel like I can breathe again.

Abby: I feel the same way. Something about being around you, it just makes me feel a lot calmer.

Devon: Yeah?

Abby: So, are we ordering dessert?

Devon: Oh, I thought you were kidding, but, yeah, you can order whatever you want.

Abby: No, I never, ever kid about dessert.

Devon: Okay.

Abby: Pamela made this pear tart, ooh, with ice cream. It’s delicious.

Devon: That sounds great. Let’s do it. Let’s get it. Maybe we should get it to-go so we can take it home and catch our favorite guy before he goes to bed.

Abby: Dominic.

Devon: Mm-hmm. Although I could just watch him sleep.

Abby: Yeah. Me too. That really slows my heart rate down.

Devon: There’s something about seeing him in that crib that just reminds you of what’s really important.

Abby: Yeah. There’s no better way to end the night.

[ Both chuckle ]

Tucker: Sell mccall unlimited to devon instead of newman? Where did this idea come from, and why the interest in devon’s business?

Ashley: Of course I care about devon — I always will — if for no other reason than he’s the father of my grandson.

Tucker: Our grandson.

Ashley: Exactly. Yet another reason you should reconnect with your son. Do you have any idea what he’s facing right now with jill and lily?

Tucker: Yeah, I know the ipo has been put on hold, and there are rumors of conflicts.

Ashley: Well, he’s suing to get hamilton-winters back, and he’s probably not going to win that battle, which means he’s going to be in a position of losing the company he bought with one father, but…

Tucker: He could have the company his other father built.

Ashley: Yes. Do you know what that would mean to him? What it would mean for your relationship with him?

Tucker: Yeah, I see the logic in it, but he’s not even speaking to me at the moment, so I can’t imagine he’d care about acquiring my company.

Ashley: That’s just an obstacle. I mean, think of it as a peace offering.

Tucker: Mm. “Son, I’m sorry I lied to you, but here’s my life’s work”? Is that what we’re going for?

Ashley: Yeah, pretty much.

Tucker: It’s pretty crazy. You realize that, right?

Ashley: Think of it as a great way to break the ice. What do you say?

Tucker: I don’t know. I can’t tell if you’re truly interested in helping me mend fences with devon or you’re just toying with me.

Nikki: Hi, darling.

Victor: Hi, sweetheart.

Nikki: I’m sorry I’m late.

Victor: Hi, my baby. Everything all right?

Nikki: Oh, what a day. Yeah, yeah, it was just back to back to back meetings. We worked straight through dinner. Did you read the memo that victoria sent over about the fitzpatrick deal? Victor?

Victor: Yeah. Oh. Um… yeah, seems to make sense.

Nikki: Even the escrow terms?

Victor: [ Sighs ] I can’t concentrate on a damn thing.

Nikki: Let me guess. You are preoccupied with adam.

Victor: And you make that sound as if that is a bad thing.

Sally: What are you smiling at?

Nick: Do I need a reason to smile at you?

Sally: No. Well, I guess not.

Nick: I mean, you walk into a room, and this is what happens to my face.

[ Both laugh ]

Sally: It’s so easy when it’s just the two of us in here. I don’t mean the sex, which is fabulous.

Nick: It really is.

[ Both laugh ]

Sally: No, just us two. You know, nothing and no one else. I really wish I could just save this moment so I could relive it whenever I wanted.

[ Breathes deeply ]

Nick: Well, I don’t think we can save the moment, but… there’s no reason to let it end.

Sally: [ Chuckles ]

[ Knock on door ]

Sally: We didn’t order room service, so they should just go away.

Nick: Yeah, go away.

[ Knock on door ] Seriously? Somebody’s trying to ruin our peace and quiet.

Adam: Sally, it’s me. Um, look, we need to talk. It’s, uh — it’s important. Find your beat

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[ Knock on door ]

Sally: Hold on, adam.

Nick: You’re gonna talk to him?

Sally: Well, he won’t leave until I do.

Nick: I’ll get rid of him.

Sally: Nick…

Nick: Okay.

Sally: What do you want?

Adam: Like I said, um, I need to speak with you. I mean, is this how we’re gonna do it? Through a crack in the door?

Sally: What is it that you want to say?

Adam: Okay. I’m guessing that nick is in there. Um, hey, nick! ‘Sup?

Sally: You’ve been drinking.

Adam: No, I, um — not really.

Sally: Look, I really don’t wanna talk to you when you’re like this.

Adam: Listen, really, I’m fine, okay? But, yes, I get it. Last time, I overindulged, I got a little sloppy, and I proposed, but, um…it was months ago. I’m not gonna make that same mistake.

Sally: Okay. Still, you’re not in great shape.

Adam: Really, I am fine. Okay? Yes, I’ve had a few drinks, but it’s just given me the courage to say some things that need to be said. Some things that you may want to hear. Okay? But it won’t get ugly. We can meet in the lobby on neutral ground. Is that okay, bro?

Nick: She can do whatever she wants. And that includes going downstairs and listening to your drunk rant. It’s up to her. If she asks my opinion, she’d be shutting the door in your face.

Adam: Listen, I promise, it’s not like that. I have something very real to discuss.

Sally: Okay. Let me get dressed. I’ll be down in 5 minutes. You can tell me and then be on your way.

Adam: Thank you.

Victor: Now that adam has officially left jabot, I was hoping he would come right back to newman, you know? Because I want to mend fences with him.

Nikki: And what did he say to that?

Victor: He said he would come back under one condition.

Nikki: Oh? And what’s that?

Victor: That he be C.E.O.

Nikki: [ Scoffs ] Victoria’s job? That’s outrageous.

Victor: It is.

Nikki: Did he actually think you would consider it?

Victor: I think he was testing me.

Nikki: [ Sighs ] The two of you and your tests. I hope you knock that idea out of his head.

Victor: Yeah. But I said to him to be patient, that I would make a counteroffer.

Nikki: Oh. You mean mccall unlimited?

Victor: Yeah.

Nikki: So you want to acquire tucker’s company, hand it over to adam. That is a very expensive consolation prize.

Victor: You’re right. But he was intrigued.

Nikki: As well he should be.

Victor: Yeah. But my plan has hit a snag. Seems someone else found out that tucker mccall is in trouble, financially. Someone else bought his debt before we had a chance to.

Tucker: You want a nightcap?

Ashley: Uh, yes, I do. Thank you.

Tucker: I definitely need something to take the edge off.

Ashley: Really? Why? Are you feeling overwhelmed by my proposal?

Tucker: Yeah. Can you blame me? It’s a big idea.

Ashley: You like big ideas.

Tucker: In theory, yeah. And I do like the — the thoughtful healing aspect of this one, but I’m still feeling blindsided by the fact that you now own most of my debt and thereby own most of me.

Ashley: Yes, I do. Thank you very much. Why don’t you think of me as your patron, though? Somebody who is supporting you on your path to self-improvement?

Tucker: And yet I get the sense that you’re holding a metaphorical dagger behind your back and you’re just waiting for the right moment to plunge it into my chest.

Ashley: Gee, that sounds like so much fun. Instead, why don’t you think of this as, um… business. Because I own your debt, which means you have to listen to me. So I’m actually not suggesting that you sell to devon. I’m demanding it.

Tucker: I see.

Ashley: I’m very serious about this, and I think you need to get very serious about this, too. You’re gonna thank me someday. It’s the right thing to do.

Tucker: I see. And if I don’t go along with this plan?

Ashley: Amongst other things, I believe you’re gonna wake up every day for the rest of your life alone, filled with regret. Why give your family just any eggs

Sally: Sorry for the interruption.

Nick: It’s not your fault.

Sally: Yeah, but you’re disappointed.

Nick: It’s just, you said the moment was perfect, and you’re right — it was. We should have just let adam continue knocking out in the hallway. And next time, that’s what you can do.

Sally: I’m sorry. I just feel like I owe him this conversation, you know? A chance to explain himself or to ask questions. I wish it wasn’t this way. That it was you, me, and the baby. But adam is a part of the equation. We have had time to live with the reality of me being pregnant. We sat with it, and we’ve adjusted to it. I can’t just, you know, drop the news on him and expect him not to have a reaction.

Nick: So far, his reaction has been to, uh… show up drunk and pound on your room door.

Sally: I’m trying to be decent. For the baby’s sake.

Nick: I understand.

Nki: Do you think someone we know bought up tucker’s debt?

Victor: Michael baldwin is looking into it.

Nikki: Ah. Does he have a list of prime suspects?

Victor: I’m expecting one soon. Victoria thought it might be devon.

Nikki: Interesting. He certainly has the money.

Victor: He does, but I don’t think it is devon. He has had problems with his father. He doesn’t like his father. He doesn’t want anything to do with tucker’s business, I’m sure.

Nikki: Oh. It could be the consortium out of ontario. Or schumacher and his gang in germany. It could be an asian conglomerate.

Victor: Could be. But there’s one variation we have not thought of.

Nikki: What’s that?

Victor: Maybe someone wants to buy tucker’s debt to protect him.

Nikki: Who on earth would want to do that?

Victor: I have no clue. I can’t think of a person.

Nikki: Actually, I can.

Sally: Another drink? Is that really a good idea?

Adam: It’s just soda and lime. If we’re gonna talk, I wanted to have a clear head. Or somewhat of a clear head. But, please, sit down.

Sally: [ Sighs ] I’m sure your head has been spinning ever since I gave you the news.

Adam: I mean, I’M… yeah, I’m — I’m still in shock. You know, it’s — it’s a lot to process.

Sally: For all of us.

Adam: Uh, I really needed someone to talk to, so I spoke to chelsea. I hope you don’t mind.

Sally: I get it. This baby is gonna affect her and connor’s lives, too. I mean, we’re all gonna be a part of the same big extended family.

Adam: You’re right. That’s what I was talking to chelsea about is having a family with you.

Sally: I’m sure she was thrilled about that.

Adam: She can be thoughtful and understanding.

Sally: Well, that’s not my experience.

Adam: Well, regardless, she and connor are gonna have to adapt.

Sally: Yeah, I’m not worried so much about them. It’s you. Can you adapt?

Adam: Look, that’s — it’s why I wanted to talk to you. Okay?

[ Clears throat ] You don’t have to worry about me. I’m on board. I’m excited to bring this new life into the world with you. A little girl or boy. I can’t wait for it. You are going to be an incredible mother.

Sally: Well, thank you for saying that.

Adam: And I heard you, by the way. I — I know that this baby changes nothing between us. And I didn’t want to believe that, but chelsea set me on the right path. She told me that I need to get a grip on the reality of the situation, or I would, um, regret it. I know what a mess it would be if I tried to use this to get close to you again. I would just push you away.

Sally: It’s very true.

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Sally: Well, this is a good start. But I have to wonder…

Adam: What?

Sally: I mean, why did you feel the need to run over here and bang on my door? Just didn’t seem that urgent to me.

Adam: I don’t know. Maybe not.

Sally: Did you want to just interrupt me and nick and ruin our evening?

Adam: No, not really. That was just a bonus.

Sally: [ Scoffs ]

Adam: I… I assume that you would be concerned about how I was going to react, so I wanted to address it head on and quickly… so you could rest easy. I mean, you seem relieved now.

Sally: I am. And I appreciate that.

Adam: And it’s also because I wanted to say these things out loud so I could hold myself accountable. It’s like I’m making a vow. I mean, we have a long road ahead of us, so it’s good to set the ground rules early, right?

Sally: Wow. This is the most mature I’ve ever seen you act.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] What, like — like an actual grown-up?

Sally: [ Chuckles ] Well, I mean, I wouldn’t get that carried away.

Adam: Come on.

[ Both laugh ]

Tucker: I feel like I owe you my deepest thanks.

Ashley: Why? Because I’ve put you in a position where you have to acquiesce to my demands?

Tucker: No, no, no. I’m not thrilled about that part, but… your heart’s in the right place. And you’re looking out for me and devon.

Ashley: Yeah. So it seems that you flip-flopped, now you think that my intentions are pure?

Tucker: When it comes to my selling my business, yeah.

Ashley: Oh.

Tucker: Yeah. No, I’m — I’m genuinely moved by this gesture.

[ Chuckles ] You know…

[ Chuckles ] …You buying my debt and forcing my hand like this might be the nicest thing anyone’s ever done for me. How pathetic is that? But it seems like you’ve got my well-being as a priority here. That’s not something that I’ve had in my life very often, so… and you can — you can see that I’m trying to be a good father, and I don’t really know how. You’re trying to help me become one, and I’m — I’m grateful for it.

Ashley: It’s very nice that you’ve had this epiphany. It’s not enough. I mean, it was my idea, and I made the first move, but you have to take it from here or the entire thing is completely meaningless.

Tucker: No, I understand that, but, you know, devon has made it clear that he does not want to hear from me, so… he — he has put up a serious wall between us right where he wants it. This whole maneuver might be for naught.

Ashley: Well, maybe I haven’t made myself clear. Failure is not an option.

Victor: So, you have an idea who might want to protect tucker mccall?

Nikki: I do.

Victor: Who?

Nikki: Ashley.

Victor: Ashley? She hates the guy.

Nikki: Now hear me out. They have gotten close since he came back to town.

Victor: I wasn’t aware of that.

Nikki: Granted, she claims that she spent time with him trying to gather information, wanting to know what diane was up to, wanting to know what tucker had planned for jabot. But she got closer to him than she needed to.

Victor: Oh, my god. I-I just don’t buy it. I heard that once she found out what he was up to, she hopped on the next plane back to paris.

Nikki: And then she came right back just as quickly. Now, he could have made all sorts of appeals to get her to come back. I know she has seen him since. And who knows? Maybe the old feelings have returned. She loved him once.

Victor: Ashley is too smart to fall for that B.S.

Nikki: Darling, it has nothing to do with intelligence. When you love someone, you are more apt to overlook their misdeeds.

Victor: She could be behind all this? I just find that so hard to believe.

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Sally: What’s going on?

Nick: I got a call from christian’s nanny. I guess he had a nightmare.

Sally: Oh, no.

Nick: Yeah, he’s pretty shaken up.

Sally: He needs his dad.

Nick: Yeah. How’s it going over there? Is he behaving?

Sally: Oh, he is being reasonable and civil.

Nick: All right. Well, if he sticks to that, then everything’s gonna be okay.

Sally: Well, that’s what i want to believe.

Nick: Good night.

Sally: Good night. Take care of christian.

Nick: Yep.

Sally: Uh, he… had to get out of here. And, actually, I should get some rest. It’s been a really big day.

Adam: Yeah. I’m sure. Well, get upstairs and, uh… go hop in bed. And do not answer the door if some drunk lunatic comes knocking.

Sally: It’s good advice.

Adam: I’ll be in touch.

Sally: You know… I’m really glad we talked. But I hope you’re as committed to your vow in the morning as you are tonight.

Adam: Nothing is going to change in the cold light of day. But as long as we’re being honest with each other, I have to say this. You know, now with the baby on the way, it’s going to be hard at times to… not think about what might have been. But that’s my problem, not yours.

Sally: And you felt that you

had to say that?

Adam: Look, it’s not gonna be a problem for us. I just — I want you to have the happiness that you deserve. Now more than ever.

Sally: Thank you.

Devon: Hey, do you think dominic’s getting a little squished in that crib?

Abby: I don’t know. Do you think we should get him a big-boy bed?

Devon: I was thinking about it. Might fall out of it, though, huh?

Abby: I mean, they have those rails that you can put on the side, but…

Devon: That’s true.

Abby: I don’t know. He just seems kind of young.

Devon: Lily would know. I should ask her. Or…

Abby: You know what? I could ask victoria. I’m sure she has the perfect date to do that.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Devon: Yeah? What, she got it written down on a chart somewhere?

Abby: Oh, you know her. She’s hyper organized.

Devon: Hello?

Tucker: Hi. Hi. Uh, glad I caught you.

Devon: Yeah, you sure did catch me. I didn’t look at the phone before I picked it up.

Tucker: Lucky me. Um, how are you?

Devon: Busy.

Tucker: Okay. I won’t take much of your time. Just wondering if maybe you and I could meet sometime soon.

Devon: No, there’s really nothing you can say that I want to hear.

Tucker: I totally understand your reluctance. But I think that if… I think that you’d be interested, uh… once you hear what I have to — to share with you. So if you could just find a little time — hello? Hung up.

Devon: I don’t know why tucker would think that I’d want him back in my life after what he tried to do.

Abby: You’re not just a little bit curious what he has to say?

Devon: What he has to say? No, I’m not. It’s just gonna be more garbage.

Abby: Okay. But maybe he’s being sincere. I mean, maybe he wants to patch things up with you.

Abby: That conversation you had with your mom really changed your mind about him, didn’t it?

Abby: I don’t know. Maybe. Look, I have my issues with tucker — everybody does — but… he’s your father, and you’re estranged from everyone else in your family. Maybe that’s why he’s reaching out.

Well, he’s not gonna change, though.

Abby: Well, my mom’s hopeful that he could. I don’t know. Maybe it’s her influence on him. Or… maybe he just feels like he’s given you enough time and enough space that he can reach out to you again.

Devon: So you think I should give him another chance?

Abby: Start small.

[ Chuckles ] Just listen to him. That can’t hurt, could it?

Nikki: Wouldn’t it be poetic justice if ashley took tucker’s company from him?

Victor: Huh. I would love to see that bastard get what’s coming to him.

[ Cellphone rings ] Yes? Okay, send him in. Adam is here.

Nikki: Oh. Were you expecting him?

Victor: No, I wasn’T.

Nikki: Well, I’m sure he wants to speak to you privately, so, uh, I’ll see you upstairs.

Victor: Sure, sweetheart. Hey, son.

Adam: Hi. Uh, I hope I’m not intruding. I know it’s a little late.

Nikki: Yes, it is. You must have something urgent on your mind, so, uh, I’ll leave you to it.

Victor: Thank you, my darling. Want a drink?

Adam: Uh, no. I’m not gonna be here long.

Victor: What brings you by at this hour?

Adam: I would like to know what you have up your sleeve.

Victor: What do you mean, what I have up my sleeve?

Adam: This mysterious offer that you were talking about. You know, since we last spoke, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about what I want for my future. And if you’re telling me the truth, that you have a huge opportunity and you’re not just stringing me along, I would like to hear your plan right now. Ma ma ma ma

[Clears throut]

Victor: I need a little bit more time before I tell you the details of my plan.

Adam: And why is that?

Victor: Because things aren’t all in place yet.

Adam: Oh. Okay. So if it falls through, we both can just shrug and say, “hey, it would’ve been nice”?

Victor: Spare me your sarcasm, all right? Things will work out.

Adam: Are you telling me to be positive and to be optimistic?

Victor: I’m telling you to be positive?

Adam: Dad, that’s not really my thing. But I would like to know what you think could be comparable to running newman. Because this unwillingness to share any information with me is not exactly building the trust that you claim you want us to have.

Victor: I’m about to acquire mccall unlimited.

Adam: Wait a minute. You think you could take tucker’s company?

Victor: Once we’ve acquired mccall unlimited… it’ll be an entity standing on its own. Not be folded into newman. It’ll be a vast and powerful company. And I want you to run it.

Devon: I don’t know. I just wish I had your optimism.

Abby: Well, you can have some of mine. I have plenty to spare.

Devon: I know you do.

Abby: Look, I’m not saying that you have to meet with him face to face, and you don’T. I’m just saying have a conversation with him, hear him out.

Devon: Eh… I just feel like I’ve been down that road before, and he’s done nothing but lie. He lies and lies and lies, and I don’t want to put myself through that again.

Abby: Well, if you feel like he’s scamming you, then just shut it down.

Devon: That’s easy to say. Because, I mean, part of me would love if he was somebody that I could trust and I could go to for advice. You know? I need help sometimes. I need…

Abby: You need a father.

Devon: Well, the problem is, is he knows that, and he uses it to try and get close to me. And I just have too much going on right now to worry about what he’s got going on or what he’s up to.

Abby: I am just so sorry.

Devon: No, it’s okay. Don’t be sorry. Don’t be sorry. This is my real father. And he knew what to do.

Abby: He would.

Devon: Yeah, I know.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Devon: But listen to me. I appreciate everything that you’re doing, everything that you’re saying. Okay? Just talking to you makes me feel better.

Abby: Oh, really?

Devon: Mm-hmm.

Abby: You don’t seem like you feel better.

Devon: I — I do. I promise you, I do. Just being close to you makes me feel better. Always has.

Abby: There’s no place I’d rather be.

Devon: Oh?

Abby: Mm-hmm.

Tucker: I don’t know why i would’ve expected anything different. He just doesn’t want to hear from me. It’s gonna be a challenge just to get him to have a conversation with me, let alone make a deal.

Ashley: You love a challenge. The higher the stakes, the better. And this risk has the ultimate reward — a real relationship with your child. I need you to get busy, or I’m gonna be really angry that I’ve wasted my time on you.

Tucker: That your idea of a pep talk, or is that a threat?

Ashley: Whatever it takes to get you to do this. Make it happen.

Tucker: Okay. I appreciate the effort. What happens beyond this?

Ashley: What do you mean?

Tucker: Mm. Well, let’s say I’m successful and devon wants to take over my company. What then? Is this solely about my redemption, or is this about us, too?

Ashley: Well, um… if you make it happen, and that’s a pretty big if… I guess that would go a long way in making me believe that you actually… I mean, really, truly want to change and be a better man. But first things first. Type 2 diabetes?

Sally: [ Sighs ]

[ Tablet ringing ] Hey. Is everything okay with christian?

Nick: Oh, he’s fine. He just needed some reassurance. He’s already back to sleep.

Sally: Dad to the rescue.

Nick: [ Chuckles ] Yeah. So, how’d you leave things with adam?

Sally: I got out of there as soon as you left. But we parted on good terms, I think.

Nick: That’s good. You know, this doesn’t have to be the end of our evening. You could always come out to my place and stay the night.

Sally: Tempting, but I am exhausted. I think I’m just gonna stay here. But I’ll see you in the morning.

Nick: Excellent.

Sally: Hey, why did you video chat me instead of calling?

Nick: I just wanted to see you smile one more time.

[ Both laugh ]

Sally: Good night, nick.

Nick: Good night.

Adam: Running mccall. That’s A… that’s a big job.

Victor: It’s a hell of a big job.

Adam: So, what, um… what are you planning to do to steal tucker’s company away from him?

Victor: I’m not ready to talk about it.

Adam: Why? You gonna make me the fall guy? You gonna install me at the top of the company, he comes after me, he leaves you alone?

Victor: Son, please stop your paranoia, okay? Not at all.

Adam: Well, then, what is the holdup?

Victor: I’ve run into a roadblock. I’m about to find out who’s causing it. Once I’ve found out… I’m going to make my next move. “Coffee tomorrow morning? I’ll give you 30 minutes.”

[ Cellphone chimes ] “Coffee tomorrow morning. I’ll give you 30 minutes.”

Tucker: Looks like devon changed his mind.

Ashley: Really? He’s gonna talk to you?

Tucker: Yeah, he’s giving me 30 minutes tomorrow morning.

Ashley: Mm.

Tucker: Thank you.

Ashley: I didn’t do much.

Tucker: May have been enough.

Ashley: I’m thrilled for you. But, tucker… don’t screw it up. Well, this could be your last chance with devon.

Tucker: No, you’re right. It’S… there’s way too much on the line for me to fail now.

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Tucker: Mm. Step into my parlor.

Audra: [ Chuckles ] Said the spider to the fly. I come bearing news.

Tucker: I’m dying to hear.

Audra: You’re not gonna offer me a drink?

Tucker: Depends on the news.

Audra: Victoria just learned someone else bought your debt.

Tucker: Mm. Beat her to the punch, huh?

Audra: So, where’s that drink you mentioned?

Tucker: For old news? Victoria’s the one who told me. You’re gonna have to work harder than that if you want a reward.

Audra: Mm. Well, aren’t you curious to know who owns your debt now?

Tucker: Not really.

Audra: You know, either someone is doing you an enormous favor by bailing you out or someone wants to control you. An angel or an enemy. Any idea who’s behind this move?

Ashley: Hi.

Abby: Hi.

Ashley: Oh. You look a little tired.

Abby: Thank you for noticing.

Ashley: Well, you do. Is it dom?

Abby: No, it isn’T. It’s devon, actually. He’s ready to go into battle with lily and jill.

Ashley: Over what?

Abby: Well, he wants to undo the merger and buy back hamilton-winters. And he doesn’t want the company to go public, and they do.

Ashley: And they won’t sell it to him?

Abby: No, because they’re afraid that if he takes his company out of the merger, it’s gonna devalue both hamilton-winters and chancellor.

Ashley: Ah. So, what’s his plan?

Abby: He’s gonna sue them. He’s gonna try to force their hand, and it’s gonna be this big uphill battle. And even devon has admitted that he could lose.

Ashley: So, are you concerned about devon because he’s your good friend and the father of your child, or is there more going on between the two of you than that mistake you made?

Nate: We’re looking at a new landscape. We need to come up with a new plan.

Victoria: Alright. Well, someone else owns tucker’s debt, but he’s still in control of his company.

Nate: At least for now.

Victoria: You have an idea.

Nate: Maybe we need to give up on the idea of leveraging tucker to sell low. It all comes down to risk versus reward. The bigger the risk, the bigger the reward. The object of your desire is out of reach. The question is, how bad do you want it? How far are you willing to go to get it?

Devon: No, christine, let me tell you something about my sister. She’s not gonna get talked out of anything at this point. So there’s really no chance that this is gonna get resolved outside of the courtroom. So, if jill and lily want to go to war, then that’s exactly what we’re gonna give them.

Daniel: So, are we back to not talking about things? Because I know that’s what you said you wanted, but then you started venting, which admittedly has me a little confused. Is venting considered talking? Am I supposed to respond? Do I just pretend like nothing happened? Because I’m good either way.

Lily: [ Chuckles ] Oh, god. We were talking. You know…

Daniel: [ Exhales sharply ] Right, just talking without the words. Yeah. Got it.

[ Chuckles ]

Lily: I don’t know. I like that we can be here in silence, you know, that we’re that comfortable with each other.

Daniel: Yeah. It’s nice.

Lily: It’s been a while since I felt that way with anyone.

Daniel: What way?

Lily: I don’t know. Connected?

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Lily: [ Exhales sharply ] Um, did we almost just…

Daniel: Y-yeah. Yup.

Lily: [ Laughing ] Oh, my god.

Daniel: Right?

Lily: What are we thinking?

Daniel: Uh…that we’re both miserable and looking for some relief?

Lily: Yeah. I’m — I’m really sorry.

Daniel: No, no, no, no. You don’t apologize. I was right there with you.

Lily: No, honestly, if I do anything like that again, just slap me.

Daniel: Never. We will never get close enough to ever try that again. I promise.

Lily: Okay. Good.

Daniel: From this moment forward, you have those little orange cones all around you and I’m wrapped up all in that yellow “crime scene”…

Lily: Yep, yep.

Daniel: …That “do not cross” tap.

Lily: Yep. Off limits. I like it.

[ Chuckles ]

Daniel: [ Exhaling sharply ] You know, we should probably just put it all out there, you know, for ourselves and for each other to remind us that we should avoid each other at all costs.

[ Both laugh ]

Lily: Okay. Yeah, that sounds really fun. Um, why don’t you start? What? What? It’s your idea. I don’t know what to do. Give me a demonstration or something.

Daniel: Oh, okay. So, that’s how we’re gonna do it.

Lily: Yes. [ Laughs ]

Daniel: Fine. Sure. Fine. Um… [ Clears throat ] Hi. I’m daniel. And I’m the victim of a recent heartbreak.

Lily: [ Laughs ] Hi, daniel.

Daniel: [ Laughs ] Yeah, um, let’s see. It’s only been a couple of days since the woman who was supposed to go through the rest of my life with me told me that she’s in love with another man. My — my daughter — I don’t know when I’m gonna see her again — or if. “If.” Yeah. Oh, and the cherry on top of this disaster sunday — my mother can’t stop inserting herself into my life.

Lily: Oh, god.

Daniel: And what grown man doesn’t want that?

Lily: I know. I know.

Daniel: Yeah. Your turn.

Lily: [ Chuckling ] Oh. Oh, god. Okay. Um… hi. I’m lily.

Daniel: Hi, lily.

Lily: Hi. My life is in shambles. Uh, let’s see. I am dealing with the heartbreak of breaking up with my boyfriend, who was also my coo.

Daniel: Mm.

Lily: So, yeah. And, um, I am entering a lawsuit, not with a company, but with my brother.

Daniel: Wow.

Lily: Yep. Right?

Daniel: Wow.

Lily: [ Laughs ] Oh, god.

Daniel: [ Sighs ] You know, I am sorry that billy let you down and that you have to go through all this crap with devon.

Lily: Thank you.

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

Lily: And I think that heather is crazy for moving on without letting you show her how much you’ve changed.

Daniel: Mm. Well…

[ Chuckles ] Look at us, huh? Just a pathetic pair of brokenhearted fools.

Lily: Yep. Yep.

Daniel: What happened? We weren’t always like this.

Lily: I know. We thought that life and love was this fountain of happiness.

Daniel: When did we get so jaded?

Lily: What do you mean? ‘Cause we learn that it’s not, that love sucks. It’s awful.

Daniel: Love does. Love sucks. It sucks. Who needs it?

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

Abby: Look, I don’t know if i would still call what happened between devon and me a mistake. Look, there were some deep cracks in my relationship with chance. When he came back from spain, nothing was the same, and that is something that chance and i have talked about openly and honestly. I think that we were heading towards the end and what happened with devon just accelerated that.

Ashley: I know all this. And you know that I like devon. And the two of you have been friends for a very long time. I’m happy you have each other.

Abby: Mom —

Ashley: Well, and you have a child together.

Abby: Yes, we do, but we’re not rushing into anything, if that’s what you’re asking.

Ashley: Mm, mm.

Abby: Devon and I — we are very devoted to dominic. We are there for each other. We care about each other. And that is the most important thing right now, especially with everything he’s going through.

Ashley: Yeah, well, family and business can be a very volatile combination. Or so I’ve been told.

Abby: The thing is, is that, I mean, no one really wins. I mean, what’s going on — it could permanently have a negative effect on lily and devon’s relationship, and he’s already lost so many people.

Ashley: I wish I could help. I mean, I would, but I don’t know anything about problems with a sibling.

Abby: Are things still bad between you and uncle jack?

Ashley: So bad.

Abby: Mm.

Ashley: We are smack dab in the middle of a major disconnect.

Abby: I assume that has to do with diane, but I have heard some rumblings about tucker. So, I have to ask. What’s going on between the two of you?

Ashley: [ Sighs ]

Tucker: Yeah, that’s the question, isn’t it? Who would want to buy my debt, knowing they would not have outright control of my company? Seems to me the only thing they would stand to gain is the means to complicate my life, make demands.

[ Sighs ] Never ceases to fascinate me, what motivates people to do the things they do.

Audra: You know, as much as i love to ruminate on how fascinating the human psyche can be, we have more practical matters to consider.

Tucker: Do we?

Audra: You were willing to sell mccall to newman enterprises, which I find out of character. I imagine this throws a wrench in those plans?

Tucker: Oh, audra. Such a disappointment.

Audra: What is?

Tucker: You. This performance. You’re slipping. I’m still moving toward what’s next.

Devon: What gets me is this whole thing could be resolved if lily would just side with her family and have her own opinions instead of just going along with jill’s, but she doesn’t know how to do that. So, I mean, at this point, it’s her choice. Well, I appreciate that. And I thank you again for taking this whole thing on. Alright, we’ll talk soon.

Daniel: What do you want? It’s on me.

Lily: Oh, um, I don’t know. Do you have something for a broken heart?

Daniel: Uh… hot chocolate.

Lily: Oh, hot chocolate. That works.

Daniel: Two hot chocolates, please.

Lily: So, talk to me about omega sphere. What are you thinking? ‘Cause I remember you saying that, you know, you wanted to think things through after what happened with heather.

Daniel: Yeah. Well, you know, I was using the project as my escape hatch. I know it makes sense to move forward with the platform, but…

Lily: But your heart’s not in it anymore.

Daniel: If I’m not passionate about it, does it even make sense to continue?

Victoria: My father wants to buy mccall and install adam as top dog as a way to try to lure him back into the fold.

Nate: Will it work?

Victoria: Who knows if my brother will go along with it or not. There’s no guarantee. But I think that the move is a monumental waste because I have my own plans for the company.

Nate: This sounds intriguing.

Victoria: I intend to dismantle mccall and fill in the gaps and move the pieces where they will benefit us the most. And when I do get my hands on the company, I have something very special in mind for you.

Nate: For me? Well, the anticipation is killing me.

Victoria: Well, I have this fantasy.

Nate: Go on.

Victoria: Mccall’s entertainment division will become a part of newman media. You should take a look at their list of titles. It’ll blow your mind.

Nate: [ Chuckles ] I can definitely picture the possibilities.

Victoria: I knew you would. Creative mind like yours. This is gonna be good for both of us.

Nate: So, we agree. The reward is worth the risk.

Victoria: Oh, absolutely. Yes. The financing is in place. We’re ready to make our move. There’s nothing holding us back.

[ Breathes deeply ] This is one of those rare opportunities when everything is just lined up perfectly. I think we’d — we’d be crazy not to take the chance.

Nate: You’d regret it.

Victoria: I know what the public’s gonna to say. I know they’re gonna say that I’m greedy, and that I — I’m never satisfied and that newman never met a company that it didn’t consume.

Nate: And what will you say?

Victoria: There’s nothing wrong with wanting more and taking it when it’s offered.

Tucker came to me to sell. So, whatever pushed him to make this decision was a very powerful motivator. That’s maybe something that we could use to our advantage. The key is, how do we best do that?

Nate: Hopefully our source will find out that information.

Tucker: You’ve lost your elegance when it comes to subterfuge.

Audra: I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Tucker: You have intermittent flashes of brilliance, of course, but you still lack a certain, uh, je ne sais quoi. Were you just counting on me being so gobsmacked by your beauty that I would tell you everything you want to know?

Audra: [ Sighs ] Look, I came here to pass along information, like we’d agreed.

Tucker: Please don’t — audra. Don’t insult my intelligence. It’s obvious you’re here to squeeze information out of me. I know how capable you are, including playing both sides. No, don’t bother to deny it. The real question is, now that i know why you’re here and that you’re not really on my side, how do I handle the situation?

Audra: Just… she found it.

Audra: Look, I have no idea what you’re getting at.

Tucker: Audra, please. I helped you perfect this doe-eyed innocent act of yours.

Audra: Alright. Let’s say you’re not entirely wrong. Can’t two things be true at once?

Tucker: So, you admit that you’re here collecting intel on the state of play at my company?

Audra: I’m not entirely denying it. But that doesn’t mean I’ve stopped being a major asset, your secret weapon.

Tucker: You’re a weapon that cuts both ways, aren’t you?

Audra: You know how good I am at multitasking. Think of me as your special friendly conduit. I can both bring and receive information because, ultimately, I am in it for myself, which you’ve always found refreshing.

Tucker: Well, I’m finding my refreshment elsewhere these days, including something very fine and rare.

Audra: [ Chuckles ]

Tucker: And much more profound.

Audra: Oh. How adorable. Tucker mccall is actually in love.

Ashley: I wish I could give you a simple explanation about my relationship with tucker, but it’s as complicated as he is. I mean, you know I didn’t believe him when he came back to town. He said that he changed and he wanted to try again.

Abby: Yes, I know. I know you didn’t buy that.

Ashley: Right, but I thought I’d spend time with him and find out what he’s really after. And then the more time I spent with him, I thought, “well, maybe he has changed.” And then I found out that he came back because he was coming after jabot and chancellor-winters.

Abby: Even though he swore up and down that he came back to try to make things right with you and reconnect with devon.

Ashley: But like I said, it’s complicated because I do believe that he wanted us united. He wanted powerhouses, you know, coming together with their businesses and their families. And devon did tell me that tucker told him the same thing.

Ashley: Okay. Well, see? There’s evidence then that at least that part of his plan was genuine.

Abby: Yeah, but you’re not gonna take his word on that, are you?

Ashley: Hell no.

Lily: You know, I think you need to remember why you’re doing this in the first place. Remember how this all started. This all came from you playing a simple video game with your daughter. Thank you.

Daniel: Thank you. Yeah, I mean, that was something special that we shared.

Lily: Yeah. And it was about more than racking up points. It helped you imagine something advanced and creative. And you are so close to making this dream a reality. This is about making something beautiful from the pieces that have been left behind. So do it for yourself. Do it for lucy. Do it for all of the people who can share in that feeling when they log in to your world.

Chelsea: Oh. Just the people I was looking for.

Daniel: Hey.

Chelsea: Hey.

Lily: Hey.

Chelsea: Hi, lily. Do you mind if I interrupt?

Lily: Uh, no. Sure.

Chelsea: I’ve been reading about your recent project, how you want to put a positive spin on gaming, change people’s lives for the better.

Daniel: Does connor play much?

Chelsea: Oh, only every chance he gets.

[ Laughs ] And I play with him, too, a little bit here and there, just to, you know, get a lay of the land, make sure it’s age-appropriate.

Daniel: You’ve got to.

Chelsea: I was thinking. Um, gaming can change how people think about the world, how they think about themselves. It gives them ideas.

Daniel: Ideally, yeah. I mean, that’s what I’m trying to accomplish.

Chelsea: Well, what if your platform could help people who are struggling emotionally? I’ve got an idea, and, um, i thought maybe I could share my story and pick your brain. Unless, of course, this is a bad time.

Daniel: Actually, your timing couldn’t be better.

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Abby: You say you don’t believe a word that tucker says and then he starts talking about family first and you think he’s being sincere?

Ashley: Okay, look… tucker’s methods often belie his original good intentions. You know, he doesn’t seem to be able to do the right thing in the right way for the right reasons. It’s definitely a character flaw.

Abby: Mm. Yes, that and the fact that he’s a habitual liar.

Ashley: True.

Abby: Mom, why do I get the feeling that you’re about to give him another chance?

Ashley: I did a thing. And I’m hoping, gosh, maybe it’ll force him to do the right thing. The ball’s gonna be in his court.

Abby: Force him to do what?

Ashley: I can’t say anything. But if it works out the way I’m hoping it will, it’ll be good for everybody involved.

Abby: And if it doesn’t?

Ashley: I’m choosing to remain optimistic.

Abby: Ah.

Ashley: I love you.

Abby: I love you.

Ashley: Bye.

Tucker: Audra. You jealous?

Audra: Hardly. You may be in love or whatever, but you’re less of a catch now that you are deeply in debt. Tucker mccall, international man of mystery and intrigue, now at the mercy of whoever is pulling his purse strings.

Tucker: Everything that lives is in a constant state of change.

Audra: What will you become, now that someone else controls you and everything you had is gone?

Tucker: My legend will live on.

Audra: Don’t count on it. The public has a short memory.

Tucker: You should probably go. Audra, remember — I may have taught you most of what you know, but not everything I know.

Audra: Keep thinking that if it makes you feel any better.

[ Door slams ]

Abby: Wine for everyone.

Devon: Thank you very much. I stopped by earlier to see if you were here, and you weren’T. Ended up running into nate and lily instead.

Abby: Ohh, I’m afraid to ask.

Devon: Yeah, it wasn’t great. Nate was trying to play mediator between me and lily, as if he has a say in our lives at all.

Abby: Did things get any better with lily?

Devon: No. No, they did not. She’s making this whole thing personal for whatever reason. I don’t know. And she’s determined to take me to war.

Abby: I hate that it has come to this point, and I am so sorry that you have to go through all of this.

Devon: That’s okay. I hate that the blame for all this conflict falls on me when lily and jill could end it just by selling me my company back.

Abby: Yes, but you know they won’t do that.

Devon: I know they won’t do that, just like they won’t change their minds about the ipo deal, even though they’ve experienced firsthand how risky it is. We had our damn cousin try and sell us out to a newman, and then tucker puts a spy in the company to try and take us over.

Abby: Okay, so, um, I think that it could be a mistake to compare tucker’s motivation for taking over the company to victoria’S.

Devon: What are you talking about?

Abby: Believe me, I am very skeptical when it comes to tucker. But I think it may be possible that his plan wasn’t entirely driven by greed.

Victoria: We need to make this a very easy decision for tucker, give him a high-ball number, an amount so enticing that he won’t be able to reject it. We’ll show him that we have the funding in place.

Nate: Offering him enough money will mean he can buy back his own debt. So he’s not beholden to anyone.

Victoria: Unless whoever bought it has an ulterior motive and is not inclined to sell the debt.

Nate: Any idea on who this might be?

Victoria: No. My father has michael looking into it, but it’s very unsettling not knowing.

Nate: I didn’t realize you had so little patience.

Victoria: I do, when necessary. Right now I need as much information as possible so that I can make my move because information is power and power — power is control.

Nate: And you like having control?

Victoria: It’s every bit as important to me as money, if not more so. This isn’t charmin!

Chelsea: I, um… I went through a really dark time recently. I didn’t know if I was ever gonna see the light again. Um…it’s — it’s been a treacherous journey.

Daniel: I’m sorry to hear that.

Chelsea: I hurt someone. But he forgave me when i couldn’t forgive myself. He, uh, believed in me when i didn’t have faith. He made me feel like I was a good person. And then he died. And the world became a colder, much darker place. Uh, but I-I had to be strong and I picked myself up and I tried to move forward. And, um — and I actually joined a friend’s podcast, and it was a lifesaver. It was really fun. But we also talked about serious stuff, too, you know? It — it gave me purpose. And then that suddenly ended, too.

Daniel: But you kept rolling with the punches.

Chelsea: I tried to. And at the end of the day, it was just a job, right? I mean, it happens. It — um… but then there was johnny. I gave him up for adoption at birth. But then recently I thought it was time that he know the truth that I’m his biological mother. I didn’t want him, you know, hearing from a stranger or finding out on the internet. Um, I wanted him know I loved him and, uh, I wanted him to be a part of my life. But he rejected me. And then he resented me for turning his life upside down. And then my son connor felt like I was abandoning him.

Daniel: That must have been difficult.

Chelsea: Yeah, it was. But, you know, they’re kids. They dealt with the news the best they could. Then people started telling me that I needed help, and i accused them of ganging up on me. It felt like everywhere I turned I was failing and doors were closing. But the truth of the matter is, I was the one closing the doors. I was becoming very closed off. I was in a lot of pain, and i just wanted it to be over. And I felt like the world would be a better place without me in it. Then one night, um, I found myself on a ledge at the top of a building alone. But someone followed me there and he, um — he talked me down and he got me help.

Daniel: Thank god for him.

Chelsea: Yeah, I do. I do every day. I was — I was very, very lucky. But the thing is, not everybody is as lucky as I was [Clears throat] Which is why I wanted to talk to you.

Daniel: What about?

Chelsea: Using your platform to help people that feel like every door is closing, help people that feel like there is no other way out. I mean, millions of people have stories like mine. Millions of people feel unwanted or broken, but they’re not. They’re just too scared to ask for help.

Daniel: So, you want to channel your experience into something positive that can help other people.

Chelsea: Who better to help people, right, than somebody who’s been through it?

Lily: Yeah, I mean, this is a really big idea. But, um, I just want to make sure. Are you ready to take something like this on?

Devon: So, where is this new insight about tucker coming from?

Abby: Mm. Well, I had a very, um, interesting and surprising conversation with my mother.

Devon: About him?

Abby: Well, it didn’t start off that way, but the conversation took an unexpected turn.

Devon: Okay.

Abby: Look, I preface this by saying that I think my mom is one of the smartest, savviest women that I know, and she is not easily fooled, especially by someone who has hurt her in the past.

Devon: Yeah, I know how smart your mom is, but where are you going with this?

Abby: Remember when tucker told you that he wanted to get you and him and my mom together?

Devon: I do. Yeah. He said he wanted us to all run a company together with your mom as his wife.

Abby: Right, which is why he wanted to buy chancellor-winters and jabot.

Devon: Yeah. But he made that decision on his own, without telling anybody, and then started making moves in secret and expected us to be excited when we found out.

Abby: [ Sighs ] Look, my mom also did mention that sometimes his methods are obscure and get in the way of his good intentions.

Devon: I’d say so. Thank you very much. Um… [ Scoffs ] If this is how the conversation ended, I’m afraid to hear how it started.

Abby: Well, it actually started because I was telling my mom that I’m worried about you. Look, I hope you don’t mind, but I shared with her everything that’s going on between you and lily.

Devon: No, I don’t mind at all, of course not. It’s your mother. And I vent to you all the time. So I get that you need to do it, too. That’s what happens when you’re with someone.

[ Knock on door ]

Tucker: What a welcome surprise.

Ashley: Hey. Everything okay?

Tucker: Couldn’t be better now that you’re here. Actually, it could be better, but I won’t push it.

[ Chuckles ] You’re the — you’re the perfect palate cleanser to my previous conversation.

Ashley: Oh, yeah? Who is that with?

Tucker: Eh, it’s inconsequential. You and I have much more important matters to discuss.

Ashley: Oh. Talk to me.

Tucker: Victoria’s been blowing up my phone all night.

Ashley: Mm, sounds like they’re anxious to make a deal.

Tucker: Yeah, so I thought you and I should talk so I can know what your master plan is.

[ Knock on door ]

Victoria: Come in.

Audra: Hello.

Victoria: Hey. Uh…

Nate: Audra.

Audra: Did I interrupt something?

Nate: Uh, matter of fact, we were just talking about you.

[ Clears throat ]

Audra: Oh. Must have been quite the exciting conversation.

Nate: Yeah. We know you were, uh, going to talk to tucker. Uh, we were just discussing whether you were able to get any useful information.

Audra: I just might have.

Chelsea: My therapist knows how much I want to help other people. She understands I’m trying to help people feel less alone.

Lily: Yeah. Okay. Well, have you told her about this idea that you’re gonna share with us?

Chelsea: Yeah. I mean, she knows I’m in a stronger place and she supports it.

Daniel: Alright. Let’s hear it.

Chelsea: Okay. Uh, well, this is off the cuff, so bear with me. Um… okay, so, gaming consists of different levels, obviously, right? Each one more difficult and complex than the one before. So, our player — she starts at the top, but she hasn’t been given the proper equipment she needs to survive what the world is throwing at her. So she has to go through, um, a series of challenges to get down to solid ground. The challenges are difficult, but they make her stronger and more resilient than ever. And along the way, she’s given tools to help her because it is a video game. So, she overcomes these obstacles and goes through these mazes, and eventually she learns some coping mechanisms, like, um, how to regulate her breathing. So, her mind is engaged in saving her own life. And then slowly, floor by floor, she makes her way down and she emerges more triumphant and stronger than ever through the front door. What do you think?

Daniel: [ Exhales sharply ] I mean, I can see the world that you want to create, and… I definitely see the potential.

Chelsea: You do? I mean, I know it needs a lot of work, but I could help with the initial concept because I have a background in design.

Daniel: And we’ve got people that can handle the mechanics. This is something I want to pursue.

Chelsea: You mean it?

Daniel: Yeah. Yeah. No, I got a million ideas going through my head right now. I mean, I’m thinking of all these different ways that you could go with it. This game could — could really expand the scope of the platform.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Daniel: What I meant by saying when you’re with someone, it’s like I meant when you’re close with somebody, you know?

Abby: “Close with,” as in…?

Devon: As in — as in a friend or as, you know, a family member or something more. Anything, really.

Abby: Look, I know what you meant. And we don’t need to find a word for what we are right now. I just want to be there for you and dominic. Hey. We’re gonna get through this. And once we do, we’ll figure out the rest.

Ashley: So, how are you doing, tucker? Are you going crazy not being in control?

Tucker: A little bit. Which I know you love.

Ashley: Mm. I want to know — are you truly ready to divest yourself from mccall unlimited?

Tucker: 100%. Yeah. That company represents my past, one that I am, uh — I’m ready to move away from. I just want start anew. For the right price, of course.

Ashley: What about for the right reason? Well, you said that you came back to genoa city because you wanted to reunite with devon.

Tucker: Yeah. I meant it.

Ashley: Prove it. Don’t sell to newman. Sell to your son.

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[ Door opens ]

Diane: [ Gasps ]

Jack: Hey. What’s wrong?

Jeremy: Detective. You on a coffee break or off the clock?

Chance: I heard you managed to get out somehow. You want to explain what you’re doing back in genoa city?

Jeremy: You’re not worried, are you? Because I’m not here to cause trouble for you or the gcpd. And I’m certainly not harboring any hard feelings about that false arrest. I don’t blame you for that.

Chance: Well, that’s real big of you, stark, given there was credible evidence.

Jeremy: Yeah. And you were just as much a victim of the setup as I was. You were duped by the planted evidence, and you were only taking orders from the chicago police department. Isn’t diane’s new protector, jack abbott, also your wife’s uncle? Families shouldn’t be playing so dirty, right? Oh, I’m sorry. Did I hit a sore spot? And abbott — well, he isn’t your family anymore, is he? And I heard through the rumor mill that ms. Newman is now your ex-wife.

[ Sighs ]

Heather: Okay, and you gathered a lot of gifts.

Lucy: I think have everything.

Heather: Do we need to buy a new suitcase?

Lucy: I don’t think so.

Heather: Lucky duck.

Lucy: I am, like, a really good packer.

Heather: Can you help me?

Lucy: Sure.

Heather: Can I outsource my packing?

Lucy: [ Giggles ]

Daniel: There’s my two favorite people.

Lucy: Hi, dad.

Daniel: Hey. I’m glad I got a chance to see you before you head back to lisbon. How was your visit with paul and christine?

Lucy: It was good.

Heather: Of course you would say that. They spoiled her rotten. But now vacation time has come to an end, and it is back to work and school for us girls.

Daniel: Hey, look, I totally understand. The two of you have full lives.

Heather: You have a pretty full life, too. You’re building something new and wonderful here in genoa city. That’s — that’s really something to be proud of.

Daniel: Thank you. I hope you know that, um, I wish nothing but happiness for you.

Heather: I appreciate that. And, truly, I want the same for you, too.

Nate: I am so glad we were able to catch this quick meal together before your late-night shift.

Elena: Yes. Take-out for dinner was a smart idea, and it was sweet of you to get all my favorites, even though you had to go to two different places to do it.

Nate: I wanted to do something special for you. You know, we need to grab these moments when we can. I’ve got to head back out soon myself.

Elena: Yeah? You going back to the office?

Nate: Yeah, but I want to make a stop first. I asked lily to meet me at society.

Elena: Lily? That’s surprising, considering all the tension between you two. What’s the topic?

Nate: Devon.

Elena: Devon? Well, devon lives right across the hall, so if you have something to discuss with him, why not walk over and knock instead of going to lily?

Nate: Because I sense a major showdown looming between her and devon.

[ Door opens ]

Devon: Hey, pretty lady.

Abby: Hi.

Devon: What are you doing back here?

Abby: Mwah! Well, dominic is with louise, so I thought maybe the two of us could go grab a bite to eat.

Devon: Oh, man. That sounds great, but I have way too much work to do. I got to get these documents together for christine.

Abby: Well, I’m sure she doesn’t need them immediately. Come on. Take a break. God only knows you need it.

Devon: That’s not an option, though. She does need them immediately. I told her I’d get them to her as soon as possible. And you know this is a priority.

Abby: [ Sighs ] Yes, I know it’s a priority, but… look, I’m just trying to distract you from all the stress that you’re under. You haven’t been eating well or sleeping. You can’t keep this up. I’m worried that you’re pushing yourself too hard.

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Diane: I’m — I’m fine now. I’m just a little on edge. I was upstairs, and I heard the doorbell ring. And then by the time I got down here, somebody had just dropped this off.

Jack: No return address, no postage, no anything.

Diane: Yeah, someone just left it. You know, at first I thought it was for harrison, but then after seeing my name, those smiley faces became a bit more ominous.

Jack: You think this is from stark?

Diane: Yeah, it’s just like jeremy. You know, it’s one of his sick little games.

Jack: Well, if this is from him, this is a pretty juvenile attempt to scare you.

Diane: Well, clowns are juvenile, too, but it doesn’t mean I want to watch a horror movie about one. No, he is twisted and he is dangerous and he loves inflicting misery and that’s why I haven’t opened it.

Jack: You think he would send something that could harm you?

Diane: Well, I have no idea at this point. But, jack, we did get the man arrested, and he’s out again already, so who knows what he’s going to do for revenge?

Jack: You can’t let him get under your skin. That’s just what he’s expecting.

Diane: I know. I know. And I hate that I’m feeling threatened by him again.

Jack: Trust me, you are safe here with me. Security is always on standby. I can alert them to be more vigilant.

Diane: [ Sighs ]

Jack: I am not going to allow that man to insinuate himself into our psyches again.

Chance: What game you trying to play, stark?

Jeremy: Hey, I’m just trying to have an idle conversation here, okay? I didn’t know I struck a nerve. Large coffee to go, please. Thank you.

Chance: Let me make one thing very clear to you. My personal life is none of your damn concern. You got it? Now, as for this claim that you were set up, as you just pointed out, the crime took place outside my jurisdiction. So, if you have any complaints about how the case was handled, take it up with chicago P.D. Go play victim with them.

Jeremy: Well, I’m out of jail now, and the case didn’t hold up long enough for an indictment, so I don’t want to talk another minute about that fiasco. But you — you seem to be dealing with intense frustration.

Chance: Don’t act like you know me.

Jeremy: I did a little check-up on you, and I got to tell you, you’re one hell of a detective. Your background is quite impressive. The long history of law enforcement and your service to your country indicates that you’ve — that you’ve given your life to upholding law and order. Now, you must have been livid when you realized that one of genoa city’s so-called upstanding citizens, jack abbott, used you that way.

Chance: You know what I find odd? That you would come back here, given how your last visit turned out. Now, I can only assume that you’re here for one reason, and that’s to cause more trouble. And it is my job, stark, to warn you that that would be a very bad idea.

Jeremy: Hey, take it easy, detective. I don’t intend to do anything of the sort. I’m just here to enjoy the warmth and the — thank you — generosity of your lovely little city.

Devon: I’ve just been worried about this lawsuit and the potential damage that it’s gonna do to my company or to my relationship with lily ’cause i know it’s a big risk to go to court.

Abby: I just wish that lily could see what this suit is doing to you. It’s eating you alive.

Devon: Yeah, I don’t think it would make a difference ’cause she’s only worried about money right now and losing a valuable commodity, so…

Abby: [ Scoffs ] And that commodity is you, your sibling bond. I just wish the two of you could —

Devon: I know. I know. Believe me, I — I just need to get control of my company first, and then I can worry about fixing our relationship.

Abby: But what if it’s too late?

Elena: I still don’t understand why you need to talk to lily about devon.

Nate: I can’t help feeling kind of guilty about what’s been happening. Maybe my actions or the accusations I aimed at devon set this whole battle in motion.

Elena: How so?

Nate: I was the first to point out that devon didn’t want to share leadership of his company with anyone. Lily didn’t see it at first, but I think she finally started to notice those same signs. And now, if there’s conflict between the two of them over leadership of chancellor-winters, I can’t help feeling somewhat responsible for lighting that fuse.

Elena: Yeah, but you’re basing all of this on a rumor. And I think you know you can’t rely on that.

Nate: There’s something else.

Elena: I’m listening.

Nate: I saw christine leaving devon’s earlier, and it didn’t look like a social call. So that’s why I think I should talk with lily and see if there’s anything I can do to help diffuse the situation.

Elena: I’m sorry, nate, but this sounds like a terrible idea.

Heather: Excuse me. I need to call a car to take us to the airport. So, I’ll be right back.

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

Lucy: I can’t believe you’re wearing it.

Daniel: Yeah, it makes me feel closer to you. I hope you know how much our talk meant to me. It’s a big deal that you felt like you could be honest about how my actions in savannah hurt and upset you.

Lucy: We don’t have to get into all that again. I feel better now that I had the chance to tell you.

Daniel: Well, let’s keep up that communication. I meant it. I meant it when I promised that we could have more talks and video chats anytime. And, um, you know, maybe when you’re ready, we could plan another visit? It could be here, there, anywhere you want. No pressure, by the way. It’s all on your timetable. Just… how does that sound?

Lucy: Good.

Daniel: I-I want you to always be able to talk to me, even if it means calling me out. Although hopefully in the future, you know, the only things you have to complain about are my dad jokes and my fashion faux pas.

Lucy: [ Chuckles ] I’ll be sure to let you know.

Daniel: Good. ‘Cause I’m determined to earn your trust back and my place in your life.

Lucy: Will you share your princess louisa game with me while you’re working on it? Maybe I could even be part of the team that tests it out?

Daniel: I would like that a lot.

Lucy: I have a feeling you’re waiting to see if it’s okay to hug me.

Daniel: [ Laughs ] Yeah. Uh, you know, I didn’t want to push — oh. [ Chuckles ] Whoa.

Heather: The car will be here in a minute, so… we should probably get going.

Lucy: I’ll call you. We can video-chat when I get home. From maybelline new york

Nate: Why would you think talking to lily is a bad idea? You were the one pushing me to smooth things over with devon. You even conspired with abby to get devon and me to spend christmastime together.

Elena: Yes, abby and I tried to do everything that we could to help heal your family. Or at least put some of those negative feelings aside.

Nate: And it worked, for a moment. It gave us a chance to remember the love and the deep family history we share. And for a moment, it felt like we were starting to repair things little by little. But, elena, that feels like a lifetime ago. Devon and I are cousins who act more like strangers. I mean, we live across the hall from each other, and we hardly speak. How much longer can that go on?

Elena: Nate, I would love for this family feud to end, too. But I really think you need to consider that you might be doing more harm than good. Whatever your cousins are going through, that is their business.

Nate: But they’re my family. I can’t sit back and watch them be ripped apart like this.

Elena: I really hope you reconsider.

Nate: Elena, I just have this gut feeling that my mother would want me to do anything I could to stop this. Trust me. This is something I have to do.

Devon: Listen, I hear you, but this lawsuit has to resolve itself before I can think about doing anything else. And I can’t turn back now, you know, ’cause lily and I — we’ve pleaded our cases to each other and neither one of us want to budge. So the lines have been drawn.

Abby: There just has to be another way to resolve this.

Devon: If you know one, tell me, honestly, ’cause I don’t know what else to do. But I know that family is as important to you as it is to me, which is why I’m fighting so hard to protect this company that belongs to our family. Lily’s fighting for a company that she just runs. She’s not even connected to it.

Abby: Look, I get it. And I know that this runs deep. I see how much pain it’s causing you, but… look, I support you no matter what. I just wish that it wasn’t so hostile.

Devon: I know. I do, too. And I thank you for that. But I also appreciate you being honest with me, and I like that you can call me out when you think I need to hear something.

Abby: Well, we’ve always been that for each other.

Devon: I know that. That’s why I trust you more than anybody else in my life.

[ Cellphone pings ]

Abby: [ Sighs ] Sorry. That is a meeting that I have to get to. Um, I have to go.

Devon: That’s alright. Don’t apologize at all. But, listen, I will take your advice, and I promise I will rest and take care of myself.

Abby: Good. I care about you. That’s all I was trying to say.

[ Both laugh ]

Diane: So, how are we going to deal with jeremy this time? I won’t have you engaging in any more nefarious plots against him. Our last attempt to get him out of our lives caused so much tension between kyle and summer, and I won’t go through that again or bring any more danger to this family, especially now that I’m living here.

[ Doorbell rings ]

Jack: Chance. What a surprise.

Chance: May I come in?

Jack: Please.

Diane: Hello, chance.

Chance: Oh, great. You’re both here. This will save me a trip. Well, I wanted to come by today to tell you that I ran into jeremy stark. Now, I assume that you’ve heard he’s out of prison. Well, now he’s back in town, as well. And I got the feeling he’s got his mind set on causing all kinds of problems.

Jack: We’ve already crossed paths with him, but thank you for the warning.

Chance: Actually, jack, this warning goes both ways.

Jack: Meaning what?

Chance: Well, as much as i think stark is trouble, I could not deny his suspicions about this burglary case ring true. And this whole thing has left me with a very bad taste. So I will be watching stark, but I will also be watching you, toO. I’ve warned him, and now I’m warning you. If you have any ideas about handling stark yourselves, don’T. Don’t even think about it.

Elena: Abby.

Abby: Hi.

Elena: Hey. I’m glad I ran into you. I was actually thinking about calling you.

Abby: Really? You were? Why?

Elena: It’s about devon and nate. You have a minute to chat?

Abby: Um, you know what? Actually, I was gonna go to a meeting, but, um, I can postpone it. If there is any way I can help mend relationships in devon’s family, I would love to help. I thought the two of us made some headway at christmas.

Elena: Yeah, me too, but i guess that stalled, and now I’m a little concerned that nate’s about to make things much worse. #1 isn’t a status earned overnight.

Phyllis: Hey, I saw heather and lucy on their way to the airport.

Daniel: [ Sighs ]

Phyllis: I guess you said your goodbyes.

Daniel: Yep.

Phyllis: Hey, I know what it’s like to be distant from your child. I really do. Physically and emotionally. Oh, it is brutal. It is so brutal. Hey, but at least they’ve seen how you’ve turned your life around. They don’t have to hear about it from portugal. They saw it firsthand.

Daniel: That’s not much comfort.

Phyllis: They will come around. Definitely lucy will because that bond with family — boy, that is strong, especially the bond between parent and child. That is so strong. That can withstand anything.

Daniel: Are you talking about me and lucy, hmm? Or is this about you, as usual?

Abby: Okay, so, what’s going on with nate? Why does he have you so worried?

Elena: Well, apparently, nate heard a rumor from a former colleague at chancellor-winters that there’s been a lot of tension between devon and lily. So he’s decided to put himself in the middle of whatever they’re going through.

Abby: Oh, no.

Elena: Yeah. So I was hoping you’d be able to shed some light onto what’s going on so I have some idea what nate’s walking into.

Abby: Look, I’m worried about devon, too. I just… I really don’t want to betray his confidence.

Elena: I understand. And maybe I’m overstepping by coming to you. I was just thinking if there’s a chance for us to prevent any worse family rupture, then we should do everything that we can.

Abby: Well, I guess this is all gonna be public knowledge soon enough. Devon is suing chancellor-winters to regain control of his company.

Nate: Thanks for coming. I wasn’t sure you’d show up.

Lily: Yeah, I wasn’t so sure myself. So, how are things at newman?

Nate: I’m starting to settle in. The work is interesting.

Lily: Oh! That’s amazing.

Nate: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, it’s, uh — it’s challenging, though. But I feel like I’m up for it. So, uh, what about you? How are things on your end?

Lily: Yeah. You know what? I can’t do this small talk, so I’m gonna go back to work.

Nate: Lily, wait, wait, wait. I-I didn’t call you here to talk about work. I wanted to see you because we’re family and so I can ask you about how things are going with devon.

Lily: What about devon?

Nate: Well, I saw christine leaving his place, and from what I could tell, it didn’t look like she was there to have coffee or visit dom. And I’ve been hearing rumors that there’s tension going on in the company. Listen, I’m worried, and I — and I’m hoping I could help.

Lily: [ Scoffs ]

Jack: Believe me, chance, stark is the one you want to be watching. Diane found this at our front door today. We are convinced it’s another attempt on his part to play mind games with us.

Chance: [ Sighs ] Okay. I see you didn’t open it.

Jack: I have no intention of opening it. I can’t imagine there’s anything of significance here. This is a cheap provocation, and we’re not going to buy into his garbage.

Chance: Damn it, jack, this is exactly what I’m talking about. If you think that stark sent this to you, why didn’t you notify the police? Why is it just sitting in your living room?

Diane: Well, I didn’t think it was anything harmful. Direct violence doesn’t seem to be what jeremy has in mind.

Chance: And what you think he intends?

Diane: Well, I get the feeling that this is some sort of slow psychological torture. He wants to keep us guessing about what his next move is. But you know what? I’m not — I’m not playing that game. I-I can’t take it. I want to know now.

Chance: No, no! Stop! Stop!

[ Sighs ] I’m managing my high blood pressure,

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Diane: [ Chuckles ] Jeremy always did love a good mystery novel. “The invisible heist,” one of his favorites, about a jewel thief.

Chance: Clever of him.

Diane: Yeah, it’s one of his sick little games.

Chance: Okay, listen to me. If this man is as dangerous as you seem to think, you need to bring something like this to us. I mean, damn, what is the point of being a cop if everyone in this town is just gonna run around and do whatever the hell they want? It’s unbelievable. It is not your job to figure out his next move. Do you understand me? Now, if he does anything else, if he sends any more mysterious packages, anything, you let us handle it. No engaging, no more games, nothing preemptive. Understood? I assume you have security on call, yeah?

Jack: Yes.

Chance: Great. Now, if he makes a definitive threat, if he does anything credibly dangerous, we can provide you with extra protection, but you have to promise me to let us deal with him.

Diane: The last thing I want is for jeremy to know that I’m working with the police again.

Chance: I don’t care! I don’t care! Alert me if he crosses the line. Is that clear?

[ Sighs ]

Diane: [ Scoffs ]

[ Door closes ] Come on. By the time jeremy makes another real threat, it’ll be too late for chance or the police department or anybody else to intervene.

Phyllis: This isn’t about me. I know that. Um… listen, I’m — I’m just telling you, as a parent, I understand. I empathize.

Daniel: [ Chuckles ] You know, the only reason you empathize is because you’ve been screwing up as a parent lately. So, I’m sorry if I see your empathy as a not-so-subtle message for me to forgive you for meddling in my life. I’m just supposed to overlook the fact that you flew thousands of miles to go and butt in where you weren’t wanted after i specifically told you not to.

Phyllis: Listen, I-I realize the way that you’re acting toward me is just a reaction to losing heather and lucy. But I want you to know that i can take it, alright? I can take the brunt of your anger because that’s what mothers do.

Daniel: Oh, wow. Wow. Who are you, huh? Saint phyllis all of a sudden? Oh, my god. The way that you literally cannot think about anyone or anything else is getting so old. You can’t even admit that what you did was wrong, can you? No, I didn’t think so. Yes, I am hurt. Yes, I am in pain. But part of that is because of you. You just can’t see it, can you? It’s sad.

Jeremy: Mnh, mnh, mnh. That is sad. I feel for you, phyllis. I really do. It’s pretty rough being attacked from all sides.

Elena: Wow. Suing chancellor-winters is a drastic move.

Abby: Look, I don’t want to get into the specifics, but lily and devon both feel like the other is being unreasonable, and I’m just really worried that this is gonna get ugly.

Elena: Yeah, me too. Devon and lily’s relationship has been rock-solid since I’ve known them. I would hate for them to lose that.

Abby: But now I have to ask. What’s nate up to that has you so worried?

Elena: [ Sighs ] He’s convinced that he can mediate or smooth things over by talking to lily.

Abby: [ Sighs ] I wish. No, lily and I both tried to talk to devon. We tried to get him to accept a compromise, but he wouldn’t do it. So now lily has her heels dug in, just like devon does.

Elena: Yeah, they’re both incredibly stubborn.

Abby: I wish there was a way that nate could help repair the relationship between his cousins, but I’m just afraid that he could also make things a lot worse.

Lily: Nate, I am not gonna sit here and speculate about christine and devon with you because it’s none of your business.

Nate: Lily, this is not about business. This is strictly about family. I can’t help but feel guilty about some of the things I’ve been hearing, the accusations i leveled at devon about him not being able to let go of his partnership with neil.

Lily: I’m sorry. Do you think that by trying to magically fix things that all of a sudden you’re gonna be forgiven?

Nate: I know it’s not that simple, but —

Lily: Listen to me. You betrayed your own family, so you are no longer my family. So, whatever is going on between devon and me is none of your business, so stay out of it. My mental health was much better,

Devon: What’s going on, guys?

Lily: What — I’m —

[ Chuckles ] I’m sorry. Is this your doing? Are you trying to call us both here so that you can try to play hero and mediate after you betrayed both of us?

Nate: Hold on. I had no clue he was coming here, and I certainly didn’t invite him.

Lily: Okay, you know what?

Nate: But since both of you —

Lily: Nope, nope, nope. You guys can talk. I’m getting out of here.

Devon: Hang on a second. Hang on one second. I didn’t come here to talk to him. I don’t know what this is about. I have nothing to say to him after what he did to us.

Lily: I find it really ironic that you find yourself superior to nate because he betrayed us when that’s exactly what you are doing by trying to take back hamilton-winters. It’s selfish, and it’s the exact opposite of what dad would have wanted.

Devon: You never even did business with neil the way i did.

Lily: Really? Well, you know what I do know? He would have wanted us to solve this as a family and not fight it out in court.

Devon: Okay, stop fighting me then.

Nate: Hold on, you two. Hey, look, it’s getting a little out of hand, okay?

Lily: Nate, stay out of it. It is none of your business.

[ Sighs ] I’m done.

Jack: I hate that stark was released so quickly. I hate that he’s back in town so soon. Most of all, I hate that he has you unsettled all over again.

Diane: I am concerned that his return has stirred up all kinds of trouble, especially chance’s suspicions about us.

[ Sighs ]

Jack: I have a thought.

Diane: No. Whatever it is, the answer is no. I don’t want you taking this on. I won’t let you. And you heard what chance said. We can’t try to handle jeremy on our own, especially now, after we’ve been warned.

Jack: You’re right. You’re right. But hear me out. What if we just removed ourselves as targets? I mean, just until we find out how to deal with stark, what if we just short-circuited his whole psy-ops game by going away?

Diane: Where?

Jack: A secret trip. Just the two of us. We turn this whole ordeal into a romantic getaway. What do you say?

Phyllis: I’m not interested in your pity, okay? Especially when it comes to my son.

Jeremy: Fair enough. Why don’t we keep our focus on diane then?

Phyllis: Okay, I have no interest in aligning with you and whatever scheme you have planned that you came back in town to execute. See, it may seem like I’m at my breaking point to you… but I am not. And, yeah, it does bother me that diane has conned so many people in town and they believe she’s an angel, while I keep on getting in trouble for trying to take her down.

Jeremy: My, diane really gets under your skin.

Phyllis: When it seems like i don’t have options is when i double down. And I don’t need someone like you to help me. I know how to get what I want.

Jeremy: Hmm. How about… I could offer you a plan that would guarantee bringing diane down and at the same time giving you an escape from all the blame and hate that you’ve been receiving all the time now, even from your own son. I got this mountain bike for only $11. Dealdash.Com the fair and honest bidding site. This kitchenaid mixer sold for less than $26. This I-pad sold for less than $43. And this playstation 5 sold for less than a dollar. I won these bluetooth headphones for $20. I got these three suitcases for less than $40. And shipping is always free. Go to dealdash.Com right now and see how much you can save. Who says you have to spend more on skincare

Phyllis: I don’t need an escape from anything. My relationships with people in my life that matter are just fine. I don’t need you. Keep your schemes to yourself. I’m not interested.

Jeremy: Right. And you keep telling yourself that.

Diane: I like the sound of that — a romantic getaway — but do you really think we can escape?

Jack: Sure we can.

Diane: Jack, even if we go someplace that jeremy can’t find us, he’s — he’s already gotten into my head.

Jack: Stark can only rattle us if we allow it. I am not going to let him rain on our happiness. Hey, trust me. I will handle everything.

Diane: [ Exhales sharply ]

Devon: I just came here to get a drink, but I don’t really like the atmosphere, so I’m gonna excuse myself.

Nate: Devon, wait. Is it true you’re trying to break up chancellor-winters?

Devon: That’s none of your business.

Nate: Well, this is gonna piss you off even more because it is my business. Someone needs to talk some sense into both you and lily.

Devon: Is that right? Is that gonna be you?

Nate: Well, since you both are already mad at me, I figured I have nothing left to lose in trying. So I’m gonna say my piece because you have something amazing with chancellor-winters. Neil wouldn’t want you to destroy that or your bond.

Devon: You don’t get to talk to me about neil ’cause you barely knew him. So, the next time you have something to say about neil, keep it to yourself.

[ Door closes ]

Daniel: Hey.

Lily: Hi. Sorry, I don’t really feel like talking right now.

Daniel: Yeah. That’s good. That’s fine. I don’t really feel like talking right now, either. Is it okay if we don’t talk in the same place, though? ‘Cause, you know, being here gives me a sense of peace that i could really use after the day i had.

Lily: Sure.

[ Breathes deeply ] Actually, if you don’t mind, i kind of could use someone to talk to right now.

Daniel: Yeah. I can do that. I can at least listen.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Breathes deeply ]

Lily: Why is family so hard?

Daniel: [ Scoffs ]

[ Sighs ] Nope. Sorry. I don’t have any answers for that at the moment.

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Devon: Like I said on the phone, you got 30 minutes to say whatever you want to say to me. And try not to lie.

Tucker: So, I’m here with a proposition that could change your life.

Adam: And if you’re telling me the truth, that you have a huge opportunity and you’re not just stringing me along, I would like to hear your plan right now.

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Kyle: Surprise.

Summer: What’s all this?

Kyle: I was hoping you would join me for lunch.

Sally: If I hadn’t had you here with me, I don’t know what I would have done.

Nick: Well, you’re just lucky I was in the neighborhood. Are you ready to talk about what happened after you told him?

Sally: There’s really not much to say. I didn’t really give adam much of a chance to weigh in.

Nick: [ Sighs ] How did he react?

Sally: Um…

[ Chuckles ] He was stunned as all hell. That’s for sure.

[ Sighs ] I don’t know. He tried talking about how he wanted us to get back together. You know, so the baby could have a family, but I told him that that wasn’t going to happen. You know, I think by the end, he started to understand that this didn’t change anything between us, that I wanted him to be a part of the baby’s life. That’s it.

Nick: Well, understand doesn’t mean accept.

Sally: Yeah, I know you’re right. I mean, I think it’s going to take some time to come to grips with all this. It’s been hard for even me to take in. And we’ve had each other.

Nick: Yeah. Adam’s more of a loner. He doesn’t have that support system.

Sally: Yeah. I guess we’re going to have to see what happens when he gets over the shock.

Billy: Thank you.

Chelsea: Everything is wrong? Well, I believe there’s more good in the world than that.

Adam: Well, I’m glad one of us does.

Chelsea: You seemed a little preoccupied after we finished helping connor with his homework. Adam, I meant what I said. You deserve happiness.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] The universe clearly thinks otherwise.

Chelsea: Okay, let me guess. Let me guess. You got a phone call from sally, and then you took off. So, I’m guessing this has something to do with her.

Adam: Look. You have enough on your plate. I-I don’t want you to take on my burdens, as well.

Chelsea: Hey, you helped me through one of the darkest times of my life. I’m doing well now, partly because of you. Let me return the favor.

Adam: Really, I-I appreciate your concern, chels.

Chelsea: Great. Okay, so you’ll tell me what’s going on? Adam, come on. Sometimes you just got to get things out. It’s unhealthy. You can’t bury everything inside.

Adam: I-I do need someone to talk to. Are you free to go on a walk with me?

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Kyle: For you. I know I’m in the doghouse still — for good reason.

Summer: Is this some kind of bribe?

Kyle: Peace offering. Look — I know I have a lot to make up for, and I don’t expect one lunch to make everything right between us. But we have to start somewhere, and we both got to eat.

Summer: I just came home to pick up some reports that I was making notes on last night. I have back-to-back meetings this afternoon.

Kyle: Please don’t say no.

Summer: Kyle… I asked you to give me some time.

Kyle: Now I’m asking for the same thing — time together, an hour to ourselves, without interruptions, where you can enjoy your favorite chicken salad, sparkling rosé while I plead, grovel, beg, attempt to be mildly entertaining and generally throw myself at your mercy.

Summer: This wasn’t some silly fight that’s going to be solved with a few “I’m sorries.”

Kyle: I promise to be charming, as well as contrite. Look — whether you stay or go, I’m going to keep apologizing until you hear me. I overstepped with victor. And I own that. But, worse yet, I lied to you about it. And that is unacceptable. I thought I could control the situation, protect jabot, and benefit from the results. It wasn’t till I saw the effect it was having on the people I loved the most that I was able to overcome my foolish pride and admit that I made a mistake.

Summer: Chicken salad, huh?

Kyle: With sliced red grapes and walnuts on a fresh croissant with that triple-cream brie you love. And for dessert, your favorite citrus tart.

Summer: All washed down with some sparkling rosé? You really think of everything.

Kyle: I try.

[ Cellphone pings ]

Summer: Something important?

Kyle: Your grandfather.

Chelsea: I have a therapy session, but it’s not for a while, and the sitter is coming early, actually. So, yeah, I can go on a walk with you.

Adam: Great.

Chelsea: Let me just talk to billy real fast. Hey?

Billy: Two hot chocolates, extra marshmallows. I remembered this time.

Chelsea: So, adam’s going through something. He kind of needs somebody to talk to. And I think I’m the only person he can confide in right now. So, I’m just going to go on a quick walk with him.

Billy: Sure. Great. No problem. I will drink these by myself.

Chelsea: I’m sorry.

Billy: It’s no problem at all, but next time these are on you.

Chelsea: Deal. And I’ll come find you later.

Billy: Sounds good.

Chelsea: Okay.

Sally: Maybe it’s time that we face the other side of this. You know, where this puts you and me.

Nick: I don’t know what you mean. I’ve told you our relationship and this baby are two different things. One doesn’t affect the other.

Sally: I know that you said that. But that was before we were certain that this baby isn’t yours. You know, we’ve been so caught up in my worries and fears. But what about how you feel?

Nick: It’s not an issue.

Sally: Yes, it is. I hate being so self-absorbed that I’ve been neglecting you.

Nick: It’s fine, really.

Sally: Look, you might have believed that this baby’s paternity wouldn’t make a difference. But…I don’t know. Maybe that’s changed, now that you’re having to deal with the truth? Deep down in your heart, with all the realities out on the table, how do you really feel about this? I’m managing my high blood pressure,

Billy: Hey, there. Brought you and your co-ceo a hot chocolate. That’s right. I’m sorry. He doesn’t work here anymore. Yep. Well, hopefully the warm beverage will help ease the pain, knowing that it was a colossal mistake hiring adam in the first place.

Jack: If you’re through giving me grief, I got a few fires to put out here. So, unless you’ve come here to offer yourself as adam’s replacement, your lighthearted sarcasm is not welcome right now.

Billy: Ha ha! Very funny, jack. As if you would ever consider hiring me as your co-ceo.

Jack: You know what? If you sincerely wanted it, I would.

Chelsea: You ready to tell me what’s wrong?

Adam: Um, sally just informed me that she’s pregnant.

Chelsea: What? Oh. Adam, I’m so sorry. I didn’t realize she and nick were so serious.

Adam: Well, that’s the thing. Um, nick’s not the father. I am.

Chelsea: Oh. Wow. Uh, that’S…

Adam: I know.

Chelsea: So, is she still seeing nick? Are they still seeing each other?

Adam: Oh, I assume so. And before you ask, I don’t think this is going to be enough for him to walk away, especially now when it’s another opportunity to stick it to me.

Chelsea: I thought you two were getting along better.

Adam: Yeah, we were, for about 5 minutes. And then we both came to our senses.

Chelsea: I’m sorry to hear that.

Adam: Yeah. Well…

Chelsea: I was hoping it would last longer this time. I hate seeing you so bitter.

Adam: Well, hell, yeah, I’m bitter. I mean, nick is so damn entitled. He takes and he takes and he takes. I mean, I may be the kid’s biological father, but he gets the woman. He gets the family, the cushy job at newman, all that day-to-day time with my newest child, with the woman that I love during the most special and intimate time imaginable. Not to mention, he’s already raising christian, which is something that I stupidly agreed to. When is enough enough for the guy?

Nick: You know, when we got the paternity results, I was disappointed. So, I’ve just been trying real hard not to feel anything.

Sally: Why?

Nick: Because I just want to be here for you, sally. You are in by far the most difficult position in all of this. The amount of stress and pressure you must feel, and it was going to be like this no matter who the father turned out to be. It’s just not a time for me to be thinking or worrying about myself at all.

Sally: You are an amazing man, and I am overwhelmed by everything that you’ve done for me, but I am not the only one in this. You’re allowed to have feelings, and shoving them down like this is not healthy for you.

Nick: I just don’t want to hurt you with anything I might say, especially right now.

Sally: I don’t need you to protect me. I need the truth. So, please, just take a moment so you can figure out how you actually feel about adam being the father.

Nick: Alright. Truth is, I’m more than disappointed. I’m devastated. I got this mountain bike for only $11. Dealdash.Com the fair and honest bidding site. This kitchenaid mixer sold for less than $26. This I-pad sold for less than $43. And this playstation 5 sold for less than a dollar. I won these bluetooth headphones for $20. I got these three suitcases for less than $40. And shipping is always free. Go to dealdash.Com right now and see how much you can save.

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Nick: When I started to think about a baby, our baby, I was really getting excited, thinking about this beautiful, amazing, little human that we were going to raise and nurture together. Start this little family. I was… I really wanted it. Then, that dream was shattered. And, honestly, the fact that it’s adam, it’s just…

Sally: Yeah. I know. It complicates things.

Nick: I will never be able to trust adam. He will use this situation to reinsert himself in your life before the baby, certainly after. What kind of chances are we going to have to build our relationship?

Sally: A really good one, i hope.

Nick: I hope that, too. I do. But adam is going to keep piling on pressure. He will be relentless. He knows no boundaries. You say you don’t need me to protect you, okay? But I feel like I need to protect us. Otherwise, how are we going to be prepared for everything that I know adam’s going to throw at us?

Chelsea: You have to accept the choice you made, to let nick raise christian. It was the right thing to do at the time. You did it for your son. Nick gave him love, care, stability, and he still does. If anyone knows how hard that decision is, it’s me. But we are so lucky. Christian and johnny are being raised by people who truly care and truly love them. And it could have gone a lot differently. But we did what was right for those children.

Adam: And I understand that, obviously. But this —

Chelsea: No, adam, no “buts.” I mean, we don’t know what the future holds for nick and sally, but it doesn’t matter. You shouldn’t let that affect your thoughts on this new baby.

Adam: No?

Chelsea: No, you should just be excited. You get to be a dad again. And listen. At least sally told you the truth, you know? She didn’t lie or try to hide this pregnancy from you, which makes me think she wants you to be a part of this child’s life.

Adam: I just don’t think that’s going to be enough.

Billy: You should leave the jokes to me, jack. I’m the funny one in the family.

Jack: It’s not a joke.

Billy: Okay. Do you recall the last time that I ran jabot? It didn’t go so well, except for the guy that I lost the company yacht to in a poker game. Went fantastic for him.

Jack: You would not be running it solo. There is more than enough work for both of us. Besides, if I could give you a hand up in your journey of self-discovery, or whatever we’re calling it these days, so much the better.

Billy: Okay. “A,” you’ve never taken me serious, okay? And for good reason. And your last little comment right there actually proves the point. And “b,” I’ll figure myself out, alright? I don’t need a handout.

Jack: Would you relax? This is not a mercy hire. You are an abbott. This business belongs to both of us.

Billy: On a technicality, yeah.

Jack: Furthermore, when you are focused, when you are determined, when you are not sabotaging yourself, you are a creative, insightful executive whose opinion matters. Look — you would be an asset here or anywhere else. I know I have questioned whether or not you fit into the corporate life, but I’d be willing to give it another try. Hell, I’d be grateful. Look — this could be your chance to find out how and where you want to be for the long haul.

Billy: Well, thank you for the kind words, but we both know my pattern, okay? I get the slightest whiff of responsibility, and I crash and burn.

Jack: You know what they say on wall street? Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Billy: Okay, well, if we’re going to throw out quotes, the definition of insanity is hiring billy abbott over and over again and expecting anything other than a disaster.

Jack: That is your insecurity talking. I believe in your ability. I believe in your passion, your willingness to work hard on projects you believe in. Most of all, I believe the best in you is yet to be revealed.

Summer: What does he want?

Kyle: He wants to get on a call.

Summer: About what?

Kyle: He didn’t say.

Summer: But we can assume, right?

Kyle: We can.

Summer: He wants you to do something else for him. See, I told you once you let him in, he doesn’t leave.

Kyle: You make him sound like a vampire.

Summer: That’s not exactly an unfair comparison. Kyle, you did his dirty work for him. He thinks you’re under his spell. So, of course he’s going to put you to work. He thinks you’re one of his minions now.

Kyle: We don’t know that for certain. It was a one-time thing.

Summer: You conspired with him to get someone out of your family’s company. You can’t just dismiss that.

Kyle: I know what I did, summer. I apologized, and I will keep apologizing. But victor and I had the same goal — to get rid of adam. What is wrong with working together if our objectives line up?

Summer: What’s wrong with it? What’s wrong with it is that you lied to me and your dad. You deceived us so that you could be used by my grandpa in one of his schemes.

Kyle: Did it ever occur to you that maybe I used him?

Summer: No. You did what he wanted you to do, and he got something out of it. What did you get out of it?

[ Cellphone pings ]

Kyle: He wants to get on the phone. He says he has something that might interest me.

Summer: He has another job for you. What are you going to tell him? Can you say no to victor newman? Just between us,

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Jack: Well, look at you, branching out, ordering something other than your usual.

Billy: That is me, mr. Unpredictable. So, now that you’ve offered to buy me lunch, are we going to continue the hard sell?

Jack: Is that what I’m doing?

Billy: Alright. Why don’t we put a pin in that for a moment? You can tell me what’s really bothering you.

Jack: What are you talking about?

Billy: I walked into the office, and you looked like you were under a ton of pressure. And I find that hard to believe it’s because of a few subpar financial statements.

Jack: You’re right. I was thinking about jeremy stark, who is back in town with more vague threats and innuendos.

Billy: What? How did that happen? Isn’t he supposed to be locked up in chicago?

Jack: Supposed to be. Unfortunately, he has access to better lawyers than I thought he was capable of.

Billy: Damn, jack. I mean, that explains the mood. So, what does he want this time?

Jack: Well, when diane and i saw him the other day, he taunted that it might be revenge, might be money, might be just a chance to congratulate diane on besting him.

Billy: You believe him?

Jack: Not for a second. No, there’s something more to this. We just haven’t figured out what it is.

Billy: That is a heavy load to carry.

Jack: What irks me is that i am focused on jeremy stark when I should be enjoying how great it is to be back together with diane. Things have moved along quite a lot with us. She’s moved in. I don’t know if you’d heard that.

Billy: No. No, I did not know that things have progressed that way.

Jack: They have.

Billy: Well, hey, congratulations. If anyone deserves to be happy, it’s you.

Jack: Well, thank you. This may have been one of my first positive responses. Seems that our blossoming romance isn’t exactly captivating everyone.

Billy: Well, we know the reasons for that, right?

Jack: Kyle and summer are still on the fence, but I’m confident they will come around. Ashley, on the other hand…

Billy: Jack, it’s ashley. Okay? She’s stubborn, and she’s incredibly overprotective. But it comes from a good place.

Jack: Enough about me. It isn’t every day you stop by my office with hot chocolate. It’s not a giant leap to think you have something on your mind. Tell me what’s going on with you.

Billy: Well, um… I’m having feelings for… for someone else. And I’m not sure if it’s the right path to go down.

Jack: So soon after lily.

Billy: I know. And, to be frank, it’s a complicated situation.

Jack: Are you comfortable telling me who she is?

Billy: Yeah. Believe it or not, it’s chelsea. We’ve been spending a lot of time together lately, and it’s deepening our connection. Looks like you and I both are revisiting past relationships.

Chelsea: Well, I have to go meet dr. Malone soon, but before I leave, I need you to understand something. Just being a part of this baby’s life may have to be enough.

Adam: Chels… I can’t accept that.

Chelsea: Adam.

Adam: Look, for me, this baby was conceived in love. You know, the last time that sally and I were together, I was hoping that we could find our way back to each other, that we would have one last chance to reconnect, if we could remember what we had, how good we were together. And then all that hope got yanked away.

Chelsea: You can’t live in a state of false hope, adam. This pregnancy is not going to change things between the two of you. Earlier today, you swooped in when connor was having a really difficult time with his homework assignment. You came over. You were so patient. You sat with him. You made it fun. You made it easy. As a dad, you are a superhero. And just think. Connor, he gets to be a big brother finally! He’s gonna be so excited. He gets to love this new, little baby in the family.

Adam: Yeah. That’S…that’s some family.

Chelsea: Oh, come on. Don’t say that. It might not be the kind of family you want with sally. But the family you have with me and connor isn’t what we imagined, either. But it’s still beautiful and still full of love. So, the family you’re creating with sally, it’ll be an extension of that. It can still be beautiful. You just have to accept it for what it is. You know, dr. Malone, she says this thing, that you have to learn to live in the gray area, recognize that life is not always black or white. You think you can do that?

Adam: [ Scoffs ] Apparently, I don’t have a choice. Postmenopausal women with hr+ her2-

Jack: So, you and chelsea?

Billy: I don’t know. I don’t know. Maybe. Like I said, it’s a very complicated situation.

Jack: Well, the two of you have a long and complicated history, filled with twists and turns.

Billy: Not unlike diane and you.

Jack: Yeah. You have a point. You know what? Over time, people change, and they grow. And if luck is on your side, and you happen to be in the same place at the same time with your goals and dreams in sync, it can be a pretty magical experience if you can manage to ignore the naysayers.

Billy: Yeah, well, we have plenty of those. But I don’t believe that that’s the reason why we’re both hesitant to move forward.

Jack: Then, what’s the issue?

Billy: Chelsea went through a pretty dark phase recently, so dark that she was inches away from taking her own life.

Jack: What?

Billy: Yeah. I’m the one that found her there and stopped her before she went through with it.

Jack: Oh, my god. Is she all right now?

Billy: She’s doing much better, yeah. But it’s been rough.

Jack: I am so sorry that she went through that.

Billy: Yeah. You know, she’s been working hard to overcome her ordeal, and we’ve been spending more time together and with connor, of course, you know, and I’m just trying to be as strong and supportive as I possibly can.

Jack: Well, I’m sure that has been a giant help in her healing process.

Billy: I hope so. To be honest, it’s been beneficial for all of us, you know, and I know what she’s been going through, and I’m trying to tread lightly. But I do. I care about her for many reasons. And first and foremost, I just want to make sure that she’s okay.

Jack: Wow. It sounds like the very opposite of crash and burn. And it lets me see you in a whole new light.

Billy: Oh, yeah?

Jack: I know you’ve been going through your own questions about your personal life lately, but for you to be this invested in chelsea’s life, it’S… that’s something I know you want to be careful not to do anything that would slow her recovery. And, I mean, take it slow. Be cautious. Be careful. You’re already doing that. No, here’s what I really want to say. I want… follow your heart on this one. Really. There’s a lot of noise out there. Follow your heart. You listen to it. It will tell you what to do next.

Kyle: Victor, you and i had a similar belief, that adam needed to be tossed out of jabot. But to make that happen, I deceived my wife and father, and that’s inexcusable. They’re both furious at me, and rightfully so. I do not want to disappoint them again. Yes, we were successful. Adam is out, but the way we went about it… I know you feel as if the end justifies the means, but I don’t think that way. And, victor, I never want to lie to your granddaughter again. So, whatever job you have for me, I’m out. I want no part in it. What’s that? Oh, that’s good to hear. Yeah. Yeah, I’ll look out for the paperwork. Thanks, victor.

Summer: What was that about? What did he say?

Kyle: He is grateful for my help with adam. He thinks my devotion to you is admirable, which it totally is. And he’s transferring the textile factories I asked for to marchetti.

Summer: Really?

Kyle: He’s holding up his end of the deal. See? It all worked out in the end.

Sally: I guarantee you adam will not get under my skin this time.

Nick: It’s easy to say that now.

Sally: Nick, when I make a promise to someone, I keep it. Let adam do his worst. He’s not going to get in between us in any way, shape, or form. Yes, he will be a part of this baby’s life. But he will have zero influence over ours, as long as we are on the same page.

Nick: We are.

Sally: Excellent. This adventure is strictly ours, and we get to decide how it plays out for us.

Nick: I’m definitely going to follow your cues. I got your back. Whatever you think is best, that’s what I’m going to do.

Billy: Well, jack, this was lovely. Thank you very much for lunch.

Jack: My pleasure. We ought to do this more often.

Billy: I agree. Next one’s on me.

Jack: I’m going to hold you to that.

Billy: Oh, good.

[ Cellphone pings ] That’s chelsea. She’s done, and she wants to meet up.

Jack: That’s fine. That’s fine. I’m just going to stay and finish my coffee.

Billy: Okay. Enjoy.

Jack: Hey, give some thought to what I said. I need a right-hand man. You could use a job.

Billy: [ Laughs ]

Jack: Maybe give us a chance to test the waters. See if you want to come back in. See if it works for both of us.

Billy: Or it turns into a repeat of the past.

Jack: I don’t think that’ll happen.

Billy: Alright, jack. I will give it serious consideration.

Jack: Can’t ask for more than that.

Billy: Thank you. I appreciate it.

Jack: You bet.

Billy: Alright. Talk to you soon. (Vo) oh look! Glorious progresso soup.

Summer: I’m proud of you for standing up to my grandfather. It doesn’t make everything right between us.

Kyle: I realize that. But, thankfully, the deal is done. Victor is out of our hair. Adam is out of jabot, and marchetti gains valuable assets. Can we put it behind us now?

Summer: Just don’t ever lie to me like that again.

Kyle: Never.

Adam: This doesn’t have to be the end.

Sally: It doesn’t have to be. But it is.

Adam: I don’t regret a moment we were together.

Sally: I don’t, either. Not anymore. Look… you can be a wonderful, supportive, and loving man. And you are a spectacular father. We almost made it. We loved each other with all we had and all we knew. And nobody can question or deny that. But it’s time for us to move on.

Chelsea: Perfect timing.

Billy: Mmm. Is that, uh…

Chelsea: Hot chocolate with a peppermint stick… just the way you like it. I owe you for before.

Billy: Yeah, I appreciate that very much, but I’ve kind of hit my quota on the hot chocolate for the day.

Chelsea: Oh. I’m really sorry I had to skip out on you like that.

Billy: It’s okay. It’s not a problem.

Chelsea: Adam had to get a lot off his chest. I can’t really tell you what it was about, but I assume you’re really not that interested, anyway.

Billy: Not in adam, no, unless, of course, he said something to upset you.

Chelsea: No, no, on the contrary. I was just giving him some advice. It was a good talk.

Billy: Well, I’m glad to hear that.

Chelsea: I’m trying to support the people that have supported me. And it feels good.

Billy: Actually, funny you should say that. I had a long conversation with jack, and I feel good about that, as well.

Chelsea: Wow. Look at the two of us having healthy conversations.

Billy: Actually, jack was the one that gave me advice, and I think it’s going to go a long way.

Chelsea: Advice about what?

Billy: Care and caution can prevent a crash and burn. And for once I intend to listen.

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