Tom comes by in a very good mood. He tells Sheila that he would like to take her out for breakfast. "My treat!" That is very sweet she tells him, but she has things to do. "I am going to a wedding." When Tom learns that Sheila managed to get herself an invitation to Lauren's wedding, he can't get his mind around it. She has no more details for him about this and so she dismisses him from her room as she strolls into the bathroom to get ready. Sheila is getting ready for the wedding now. She has her gift box, her wig and makeup, and now she reaches for the thing that will promise her the most success should things not go her way. She opens the drawer and takes out a handgun that she has gotten her hands on for this very special occasion. "There is no way that you are going to get away from me this time Lauren," Sheila promises. Nick and Sharon discuss work and what is going to happen to their family now that both of them will be going back to work. Should we get Miguel to help us? Should we hire a sitter? Nick tells her to hold off until they see what happens with the spokes model. "You don't know what is going to happen with the spokes model job Sharon. You might end up being able to take care of Noah anyway." Sharon's mouth drops. "You are really being selfish Nick. Just because you have decided that you want to return to the office, now I have to sacrifice the job that I have been working at all along." When she asks him to push Victoria a bit into choosing her for the spokes model job, Nick says that he can't do that. "Things have changed at the office." Yolanda has been released from detox and is out on her own for the first time. She heads straight to the park and wanders around looking at the familiar spot that used to be her home. The dealer finds her instantly. He can see that she has cleaned up her act, but he knows what she really wants. He offers her what he knows she likes for free, but when he puts it in her hand, she hands it right back. She tells the man that she has to stay clean for herself and her son who is depending on her. The man smiles at Yolanda. He knows how this goes. He tells her that this was a one-time deal, and that when she comes running to him in a week with her hand out, she will get nothing. The man leaves. Drucilla is in the bushes hiding and she has seen everything. Michael decides that he has to put his foot down this time with Lauren and he tells her that she can't go through with the wedding. "What if you have an attack and start hallucinating in the middle of the wedding?" he asks her. He gets on the phone and cancels the wedding. Gloria's head fall to the counter of the bar. She is devastated. When Sheila/Jennifer finds out, she has a fit. She seems alone, and so she lets it all out. She turns on the cake and flattens it with her fists until it is nothing. As she pounds the cake flat she shouts, "Not again! Not again!" She doesn't know it, but Scott is making his way down the stairs from the dressing room at the top of the club.
Michael: You're up. Lauren: I am. Good morning. Michael: Oh! Oh, my goodness. Lauren: Oh, honey, your poor back. Michael: (Chuckling) Lauren: I can't believe you slept in that chair all night. Michael: (Groans) I'll live. How are you feeling? Lauren: Wonderful. Michael: Hmm. You gave me quite a scare. Lauren: I know. I'm sorry. I feel really good this morning, though. Good enough to get hitched. Michael: Oh, my. You still want to get married today? Lauren: Well, of course. Michael: Um, maybe we should put it off, at least till we know you're okay, right? Lauren: Michael, I'm fine. There's nothing to worry about. Michael: It's... (Cell phone ringing) Michael: (Groans) (grunts) it's Gloria. Lauren: No, no, no. Take it. Take it. She's probably a wreck. Michael: Hello, Gloria. Gloria: Michael, darling, where are you? Michael: I'm in the hospital. Gloria: I am at the athletic club, and I need you to get Lauren here A.S.A.P. Because we have appointments all morning. Michael: What kind of appointments? Gloria: Manicure, pedicure, hair, makeup. It's not as if she can just show up and put her dress on. Michael: All right, stop. Stop. Enough. You know, I really don't have the time for this. I have to get back to Lauren, okay? Bye. Bye. Lauren: Is there a problem? Michael: No. No. Just Gloria being Gloria. Lauren: All right, honey, you need to be a little bit more patient with her. Because besides you and me, no one is looking forward to this wedding more than your mother. [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: (Humming) Sheila: La da da Sheila: "An intimate... gift for the bride..." Sheila: "To be opened in private." [SCENE_BREAK] Dru: Neil, I swear to you, this boy had the audacity to turn his back on me at Crimson Lights-- just turn his back on me. Neil: I'll talk to him. Good morning. Devon: Morning. Neil: What's up with the bag? Devon: I'm leaving. I'm gonna go live with my mother. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: I guess I missed Noah. Sharon: Yeah, the bus just left. Nick: It's been awhile since he's taken the bus. Sharon: Well, he's gonna have to get used to taking it a lot more often-- that is, if you're still serious about coming back to work. Nick: Why wouldn't I be? Sharon: Well, Nick, you've been telling me for months that you weren't ready, that you didn't even want to think about Newman Enterprises. Nick: That's changed. Sharon: So... what made you decide to jump back into the business world? I mean, there must have been a reason. [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: Morning. Victoria: Come on in, Bradley. Brad: You have a few minutes? Victoria: Of course. Come in. Actually, I'm glad you're here. I wanted to discuss what happened last night. Brad: I don't know what there is to discuss. You made your feelings pretty clear... unless you've decided you don't want to work with me anymore. [SCENE_BREAK] Dr. Ahuja: This is your contact person at the rehab facility. I've already spoken to Ms. Kelly. She is expecting you. Yolanda: Thank you, Doctor. Dr. Ahuja: Their counselors are available 24 hours a day. If you are tempted or things get dicey, promise me you'll pick up that phone before you do anything else. Yolanda: I promise. Dr. Ahuja: Good luck, Yolanda. [SCENE_BREAK] Dru: Boy, you better put that bag down if you know what's good for you. Devon: Listen, my mom didn't tell me where she was going, all right? So I need to get to the clinic before she takes off. Now I will call you guys and let you know I'm all right. Neil: Hey, kid, did you hear what she just said? She said put down the bag right now. Devon: Neil, you can't stop me from leaving, okay? What are you gonna do? You gonna lock me in my room? Neil: No, I can't do that. But I want you to understand the ramifications if you do leave. First of all, you're 17. You're still a minor. And whether you like it or not, Drucilla and I are still your foster parents. Dru: Tell him. Neil: All right, so if you walk out that door, you'll leave me no choice but to pick up the phone and call your social worker. Dru: We're gonna call Lorena Davis. And you know what she's gonna do? She's gonna put your butt back in that group home that we worked so hard to get you out of. How is that helping your mother? [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: (Hums "here comes the bride") Sheila: (Sighs) (rhythmic knock on door) Sheila: Who is it? Tom: It's Tom. Tom: Hey! Ha ha! How you doing, baby? Sheila: A little early in the morning for visiting, don't you think? Tom: Hey, what can I say? I'm a morning person. Sheila: Since when? Tom: Since I got out of jail, man. I mean, makes me appreciate every single minute in the free light of day. Sheila: Is there a reason you're here? Tom: Yeah. I wanted to ask you to join me for breakfast. My treat. Sheila: Wow. That's really nice of you, but I'm sorry. I can't make it this morning. Tom: What, are you busy? Sheila: As a matter of fact, I am. Tom: You going somewhere? Sheila: I'm going to a wedding. Tom: What-- Michael and Lauren's? Sheila: Gosh, if you must know, yes. Tom: Are you crashing? Sheila: I'm an invited guest. Tom: Get outta here. Sheila: I really don't have time for this, all right? Tom: How did you get your hands on an invite? Sheila: Your lovely ex-wife Gloria... my new best friend. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Oh, ladies, ladies, perfect, perfect. Now these bouquets are for the ceremony, so second floor, first door on your right, upstairs. And please check the garlands on the chairs, too. Thank you so much. What is going on here? People, do you realize that in a matter of hours, wedding guests are going to be welcomed in this room? So please, let's get to it! Come on! Nothing's being done! Woman: Don't worry. In an hour, you won't recognize this place. Gloria: I'd better not. Woman: Everything's fine, Mrs. Abbott. You won't be disappointed. Gloria: I hope not. I hope not. I hope not. Oh, the cake--the cake should have been delivered by now. Does anybody know if the cake has been delivered?! Kevin: Relax. Relax, Mom. The delivery van is outside. Gloria: Oh! Thanks heavens. Um, hey, is Mikey here yet? Gloria: No, but I just talked to him. He's still at the hospital with Lauren. I told him to get right over here, because we have a very busy morning. Scott: I talked to my mom earlier. She sounded great. Gloria: Well, of course she does. Because this is the day she's been waiting for-- the wedding, the reception-- it is all going to be magical. And in a matter of hours, we're all going to be family. Kevin: Yikes. Gloria: (Laughs) [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: I wish Dr. Walker would just hurry up and get here. I have so much to do today, I don't even know where to start. Michael: You do remember what happened last night? Lauren: Yes? Michael: You were completely out of control. They had to put you in restraints. Lauren: And then I saw you, and I calmed down. Michael: Tell me a little bit more about that hallucination you had. Lauren: Honey, I just-- I don't want to talk about it, okay? Michael: You said Tom was in it. Lauren: I don't remember a lot of the details, just that he was here, and I thought he had hurt you badly. And obviously, I was wrong. Michael: Do you remember anything else? Lauren: Yeah, he came to take my, uh... my necklace is gone. Michael: Where did you have it last? Lauren: Well, I was wearing it last night. Wait a minute. Michael: It's okay. We'll find it. Lauren: Wait a minute. It's not here! Michael: We'll find it. Lauren: Well, what if it's lost, Michael? Michael: It's not lost. It's got to be here someplace. Lauren: No, my son gave me that necklace! If I've lost it, I don't know what I'm gonna do! It's gone, Michael! It's gone! Michael: Lauren, Lauren! Listen to me. Calm down. Look. Look at me. Look. I'm betting that the necklace fell off while you were sleeping, and a nurse took it and put it in a safe place. Now I'll go check at the front desk, and we'll track it down, okay? Reese: Everything all right? Lauren: Yes, Doctor Walker. I just-- I want to get out of here. Reese: It shouldn't be much longer. Michael, would you mind waiting outside while I examine Lauren? Michael: Sure. Be right back in a bit, okay? (Whispers) doctor, may I talk to you privately outside when you're finished? Reese: (Whispers) sure. Michael: Sweetie? [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: When we talked last night, things got a little bit out of control. I think you got upset, which made me defensive. Brad: I think I had damn good reason to get upset. Victoria: Look, Bradley, I don't want you out of my life, okay? And I don't want you to stop working with me, either. I think that we can both be professional about this. Brad: You don't have to worry about me. Victoria: Good. Because we have too much to deal with right now. Brad: You're referring to your brother coming back to work? Victoria: You know? Brad: Yup. Should make for some pretty interesting times around here. Victoria: Yeah. Yeah, it should. Which is why I need to be able to depend on my team. Brad: Well, obviously, since you're wondering, you can count on me. Victoria: I hope so. Brad: So I assume you've had a chance to look at the results from the focus groups for the spokesmodel auditions? Victoria: Yes, I have. They're right here. Brad: Then you know they were split right down the middle-- 50-50 for Sharon and Heather. So I guess the big decision lies with you after all. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: Look, Sharon, when I went into the office yesterday, for the first time in a long time I felt a real sense of purpose. I knew I wanted to be back there. Sharon: I think that's great, Nick. This could be a really good thing for you. Nick: "Could be"? Sharon: Yeah. I just meant that we're all gonna have to make a lot of changes to accommodate the new schedule, especially Noah. And I'm just wondering how we're gonna handle it. You know, maybe we should ask Miguel for more help, or maybe we could hire our old babysitter back. Nick: Let's just see what happens, okay? It's gonna take me some time to get settled in. And Victoria and I still have to decide how we're gonna divide up the work at Newman Enterprises. And if for some reason you don't get the spokesmodel job, you'll have plenty of time to spend with Noah. Sharon: So... you don't think I'm gonna get it? Nick: No, I didn't say that. I told you many times I think your audition was great. But it's not my decision. Despite the focus group results, ultimately, it's Victoria's decision. Sharon: Well, you could talk to her. Nick: Yeah, I could, but frankly, it's a battle I don't want to fight right now. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: So you didn't find any toxic substances in my condo at all? No chemical, no mold, nothing? Yeah. And you looked everywhere? Right. Well, that's good news, I guess. Thank you. Woman: Mr. Baldwin? Michael: Yeah? Woman: We finished examining Ms. Fenmore's clothes. Michael: Oh. So what did you come up with? Woman: All the tests came back negative. Michael: See, this is so frustrating. Unless we get some answers, how can we make this never happen again? Woman: I'm sorry, sir. All I can tell you is-- Michael: I know. It has nothing to do with her clothes. Thank you. I appreciate that. [SCENE_BREAK] Tom: I have a feeling that if you get your way, this won't be such a happy occasion-- at least not for Michael and Lauren. Sheila: Yeah, well, you know what they say about weddings--I mean, they're never perfect. Photographer shows up late. The flowers aren't just right. Tom: Bride never makes it to the altar... Sheila: Yeah, well, that's been known to happen. What? You actually gonna be upset if the groom is heartbroken? Tom: All I care about is paying that son of a bitch back for setting me up. Sheila: After today, he's going to be suffering enough, I promise you that. Tom: I'm not gonna rest till he's exposed for the liar he is-- no reputation, no wife, no money, no job, no nothing but sitting in a cell for years, wishing he'd never been born. Sheila: Whew. People say I have a mean streak. Tom: Nobody messes with Tom Fisher and gets away with it. Sheila: Well, bully for you, Tom Fisher. But if you don't mind showing yourself out, I have an event to get ready for. Bye. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Okay. Honey, do you have your best man duties under control? Kevin: Uh, yeah, I think so. I picked up Michael's tux. I got the rings, finished working on my speech. Gloria: And I know it's going to be brilliant. Do you know how much it means to me that the two of you have become so close? This day. Look at this. This day could not be more perfect. Kevin: Yeah. Yeah. Let's just hope you-know-who doesn't come over and ruin it. Scott: Oh, you mean your dad? Kevin: Yeah. Do you know that he's out of jail? Scott: How'd he pull that off? Kevin: Guess he got someone to post his bail, but I have no idea who the hell would be so stupid. The world is a better place with Tom Fisher behind bars. Gloria: Let's not talk about your father right now, okay? Because I don't think we have to worry about him showing up. After all, he's in enough trouble as it is. Kevin: It's just-- it gets me so angry, mom, knowing that he's on the loose. Seriously, what half-wit put up the money to get him out of jail? Scott: I'm gonna go make a phone call. Be right back. Gloria: I can't imagine who'd bail him out of jail. He must have some rich friends someplace. Kevin: The kind of friends that would pony up 50 grand? Man, when Tom walked into the coffeehouse yesterday, Mikey and I just about fell over. Gloria: Your brother knows Tom's out of jail? Kevin: Yeah. Yeah. It was pretty intense. Tom starts making all these threats. Mikey almost took a swing at him. I had to hold him back. Otherwise it would have gotten real ugly. You know what? I probably should have just let him swing at him-- Gloria: Kevin, enough. Shh. I don't want to talk about your father anymore. Please, not another word. He is not going to spoil one minute of this perfect day. Ah! Hey, Ashley. Ashley: Hi. It looks like things are coming along. Gloria: It's all very exciting. I couldn't be more pleased, huh? Kevin: Mmm. Gloria: What's in the box? Ashley: Oh, this was sent to the house this morning. I think its programs for the wedding or something. Kevin: I'll take 'em. Gloria: Programs? Oh, thank you, honey. And I suppose they expect to get paid. Well, I'll write 'em a check. I'll give 'em a call. Ashley: Oh, that's okay. I took care of it. Gloria: You did? Ashley: Mm-hmm. Gloria: Oh, thank you very much. I'm awfully busy. Can I pay you back later? Ashley: Of course. I know you're good for it. I'm going to go say hi to Gina in the kitchen. Gloria: How are you going to pay her back, Gloria? Damn that Tom. Damn me. How am I gonna get rid of him? [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: Plan "B." I'm not gonna let you slip through my fingers this time, Lauren. Sheila: So, Jennifer, you ready to go knock 'em dead? I can't wait to give the bride-to-be her wedding gift. Oh, it's going to be such a surprise for you, Lauren... such an incredible surprise. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: Look, babe, that's not what I meant. I think that you'll make an amazing spokesmodel. But right now I have to prove to Victoria that we can work together as a team. Sharon: And sticking up for your wife isn't a good way to do that. Nick: I don't want to fight about this with you. Sharon: Neither do I, Nick, but I have to say, you are acting awfully selfish right now. Ever since Cassie died, this job has been a lifeline for me. And now all of a sudden, because you're going back to work, you expect me to rearrange all my priorities just like that. Nick: I was just suggesting that you might want to spend a little more time with Noah. I thought that might be something you'd want to do. I'm sorry if I upset you. And no matter what happens, we'll come up with a plan together for our family, all right? Nick: I'm gonna go exercise Cassie's horse. Wait for me, and I'll head down with you. [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: I'm not surprised that both Heather and Sharon scored well. Heather has a cool, unique look. She's young, edgy-- something daring about her. And she has personality to spare. Victoria: Yes, she could be huge. She could be a supermodel. Brad: Mm-hmm. And then there's Sharon. She's a little older, still beautiful, natural. A wife, a mother. She could be your best friend. She's charming. She's articulate, and the bottom line is, I believe she's the right person for the job. Victoria: Well, you seem to have put a lot of effort into that pitch. But the truth of the matter is, I had my mind made up even before you walked in the door. [SCENE_BREAK] Neil: Having your mother stay sober is a very big deal for you. We understand that. But a big part of what she has to do now is stand on her own two feet. Hey, young brother, your heart is in the right place but it's not your job. Devon: I hear you guys. All right? But no matter what you say to me, it doesn't change that my mom needs my help and that I'm gonna be there for her. Dru: We know that, sweet. Dru: I've given you everything we have to give-- our home, our heart. We love you like our own son. Are you just gonna toss that aside? What about us? We're your family, too. Or were you just using us? Devon: No, I wasn't using you guys. Come on, you know that's not the truth. Neil: Dru and I-- we talked to your mom. She wants you to take advantage of the opportunity you have with us. Dru: You know what she said to me? Your mother told me that she was proud of you and that you would be the first person in your whole family to go to college. Neil: That's right. Come on, kid. Think about your future. You know, Yolanda doesn't want you to throw away everything that you worked so hard for. Dru: No. Devon: Guys... I can't worry about my future right now, where I'm gonna be in a year, four years or ten years. Okay? All I can think about is today. Yeah, I'd love to talk about college applications like my other friends. I would. But do you guys know what's happening today? My mother is walking out of detox, and the only thing I can focus on is whether or not she's strong enough to make it through the next week without killing herself. [SCENE_BREAK] Isaac: Well, I'll be. Look who's here. Hey, Yolanda. I was wondering when I'd see you again. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: How is she? Reese: Her vitals look good. She seems to have recovered well from the incident last night. She's determined to get married today. Now I can't keep her from leaving, but you should know I don't recommend it. (Pager beeps) Reese: Excuse me, Michael. Michael: Sure. Lauren: Sorry about the scene I made earlier. I just really cherish that necklace. Michael: I asked the nurse. She wasn't working last night. She said she'd check with the people who were. Lauren: Thanks. I don't know what I'd do if I ever lost it. So you talked to Dr. Walker, huh? You know I'm free to go? Michael: Well, actually-- Lauren: So I'm just gonna get my stuff together. Hey... when we get to the club, things are gonna get crazy, and I just want you to know that I can't wait to walk down that aisle and become your wife. I love you, Michael. I love you so much. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Brad. Brad: Hi. Listen, I was hoping I would catch you here. Um... the decision's been made about the spokesmodel position, and I felt I should give you the news personally. [SCENE_BREAK] Isaac: What, aren't you gonna say hi to me now? Yolanda: I'm clean now. You've got nothing I want. Isaac: Is that right? Yolanda: Yeah. In fact, I was on my way to meet with my drug counselor right now. Isaac: And so you decided to just take a walk through the park, knowing I'd be here. Yolanda: Take a good look at me, Isaac, okay? Do I look like the same strung- out druggie to you? Isaac: Don't go anywhere. I'm just gonna go take care of a little business and then when I'm done, I'll come back and give you a welcome back present. Little something on the house. [SCENE_BREAK] Devon: I know you guys have done so much for me, and I wake up every morning grateful to have a real home, and I appreciate how much you've done to help my mom through this. But you two have gotta see that this is a turning point in her life. She may never get a chance like this again, ever, and I gotta do everything I can to support her. Neil: It's been weeks since she's been high. Devon: Yeah, in a clinic. You know how different it is out in the real world. Dru: Devon, we're not asking you to walk away from your mother. We're asking you not to walk away from yourself, son. Devon: This is what I need to be doing. All right? 'Cause maybe if my mom can see my face every day and know that she has someone to count on, she can stay clean. Devon: I'm almost 18 now, and I know I'm gonna be on my own soon. Okay? So it's time for me to decide what I'm gonna do with my life. I'm gonna stay here 'cause I really don't have another choice. But you have to know that my mother is my number one priority. Neil: We tried. Dru: He has so much potential. It just seems like it's all going away. I gotta get some air. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Hey, Mom. Gloria: Mm? Kevin: I left my cuff links at home. Do I have time to run and go get 'em? Gloria: Kevin, shame on you. Yes, but please don't take too long. Kevin: All right. Scott, do you wanna tag along? Scott: Nah, I'm gonna go ahead and change. Ashley: Gloria, what are you doing? Shouldn't you go get ready? Gloria: Yeah, actually-- oh, God, the time is flying by. I do have a couple more things to do in the kitchen, so if you'll excuse me-- Ashley: Oh, wait, before you go, I just want to tell you that I'm very happy for you and your family. A wedding is a very special occasion. I hope you enjoy every single minute of today. Gloria: Thank you, Ashley. That means a lot to me. Ashley: Well, I mean, I know it's been rough for you. Gloria: I know. But we're survivors. Gloria: Anyway, well, if you'll excuse me, I really do have to-- Sheila: (British accent) Gloria, hello. Gloria: Uh, Jennifer. Um... my goodness. You are here so early. Sheila: Yes, well, I thought I'd come to lend a hand. Gloria: Uh, very nice of you, but I have everything under control, thank you. Oh, Ashley, you remember Jennifer. Jennifer, my stepdaughter Ashley. Ashley: I didn't realize you were still in town. Sheila: Oh, please, I could not possibly miss Gloria's big party. Ashley: I'm sure you appreciate the help. Gloria: Of course I do. Now I know I'm very busy, and, Ashley, I certainly don't wanna hold you up any longer, so, uh... Ashley: Oh, sure. Well, I'll see you later. Gloria: Okay. Sheila: This looks like it's going to be a phenomenal event. Is the bride here getting ready? Gloria: Uh, actually, she's supposed to be in the founder's room changing, but she is not here yet, no. Sheila: Really? Gloria: Uh, listen, it's getting very late. I have a lot to do. I have things to check in the kitchen, so I'll speak to you later. Excuse me. [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: Okay, I'm ready to go. Did you hear me? Michael: Yes. Lauren: Then why aren't you heading that way? You're not getting cold feet, are you? Michael: Lauren... you know I love you. And you know I wanna marry you. I wanna marry you more than anything in the world. But we can't do this. There's not going to be a wedding today. We can just postpone it just a little while-- a couple of weeks, until you're better. Lauren: No. No. Look, I-I wanna walk out that door, and you're gonna come with me. We're gonna go down an aisle, we're gonna exchange vows, and we're gonna be husband and wife. I'm not gonna have it any other way. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: You know, you didn't have to come all the way out here, though I appreciate you wanting to let me down easy. I mean, it's sweet of you. Brad: You've got it all wrong. Sharon: Wait. You mean I... (Whispers) I got the job? Brad: You got the job. Sharon: (Gasps) Brad: Congratulations. Sharon: I can't believe it. Brad: It was close, but in the end, the right woman got it. Sharon: Wow! Gosh, I feel like I have to pinch myself or something. Brad: Oh, come on. You can't be that surprised. You were amazing on the audition. For me, it was no contest. Sharon: You know, somehow I doubt that it was that cut and dried, but... who cares? I got the job! Brad: Yeah, you did. You got it. Sharon: Oh, my gosh. Wow! I can't believe you were trying to trick me. Brad: I do feel a little guilty, but only a little. Sharon: Oh, my gosh! I can't believe it. Wow. Wow, wow, wow. Oh, Nick! Nick, did you hear what Brad just told me? I got the job. I'm gonna be the new spokesmodel. Nick: Congratulations, babe. Sharon: Do you have any idea how exciting this is? Brad: You should be really proud of her, Nick. Nick: I am, believe me. I know how bad you wanted it and how hard you worked for it. Sharon: Well, thanks, Nick. And thank you, Brad. I can't tell you how much all of your support has meant to me. Brad: Sharon, no one deserves this position more than you do. All right, I'm gonna get back to the office and let you two enjoy the good news. See you later, Nick. Nick: See ya. Sharon: Oh, and I take it back. I'm glad you came out here and told me the news in person. So thanks again. Brad: Well, don't thank me too much. You haven't seen your schedule yet. Sharon: (Laughs) Sharon: Nick, I can't tell you how exciting this is. You're excited for me, aren't you? [SCENE_BREAK] Isaac: I figured you wouldn't walk away too quick. Yolanda: I'm not interested in anything you got. Isaac: Is that so? Yolanda: Mm-hmm. Isaac: Not even if it's for free? I promised you a present. Here you go. Yolanda: I told you, I don't want it, okay? I just stayed here to tell you to your face, I'm through. I'm not gonna mess up everything for myself or my son, got it? Isaac: I'll remember you said that when you come crawling back to me in a few weeks. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Look, Lauren, I'm sorry. I'm sorry. But you're not gonna change my mind. I wish you were well enough to get married, but you're not. You're not. Lauren: I am perfectly fine. Michael: I have been watching you all morning. You're pretending that everything's okay. You practically went to pieces over a necklace. I can tell that you're struggling to keep yourself together. Lauren: I can make it through today. Michael: Make it through. Listen to yourself. That's not how you wanna feel on your wedding day. What if the two of us are up there with the minister and you suddenly collapse or you start hallucinating in the middle of the ceremony? Lauren: That is not gonna happen. Michael: But you don't know that. Lauren: Michael, don't do this to me. Michael: Oh. Lauren: Don't take this away from me. Michael: I don't want to, but I would never forgive myself. If something went wrong, and you got hurt because I didn't insist that you stay in the hospital until you fully recover. And please, please, don't fight me on this. I am doing what's best for you, and in your heart, I think you know that, too. (Cell phone ringing) Gloria: Hello? Michael: Gloria, it's me. Gloria: Michael, please say you're on your way. Michael: I have some bad news. Gloria: What, is it Lauren? Michael: No, Lauren's okay. We're postponing the wedding. Gloria: Michael, you can't be serious. Michael: I'm very serious. Please apologize to everyone. Tell them we'll be in touch when a new date has been set. Now I have to get back to Lauren. Bye. Lauren: Your mother must be crushed. Michael: Oh, yeah, she is, and I can't worry about her now. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Oh, God. Oh, God. Sheila: Gloria, what is it? Gloria: My son... just called. The wedding's off. Sheila: What? But why? Gloria: Lauren's in the hospital. I thought she was doing so much better, but apparently Michael feels she can't go... through with it. Now, please... I need to be alone right now. Sheila: (Normal voice) no! No, Lauren, you cannot call off your wedding, not when I have worked so hard. You can't do this to me, not again, not again! Not again! Not again! Ohh! Ohh! [NEXT_ON] Michael: I thought John gave you almost unlimited funds. Where did all your money go? Victor: Whatever personal relationship you're developing with Victoria, from now on, that's strictly business. J.T.: There's no easy way to say this. Bobby's been killed.