Sharon has gotten up early. She thinks about the night before and getting close with her husband. Nick comes down remarking that she is up early. She has her back to him when she tells him that he shouldn't get any ideas from what happened the night before. She says that one good night doesn't mean that everything is suddenly going to be great for them. Jack accepts the offer to buy Victor out of NVP. Victor feels terrible that he hasn't told Nikki about not feeling well and about selling out to Jack. Jack tells that Nikki should just go to the meeting in Arizona and they can tell her about the transfer later. As for Phyllis he doesn't care when she learns about this. Victor at that point is easily convinced not to tell Nikki or Phyllis anything. Nikki finds Jack and Victor together in the office. She wonders what they were doing as she finds them together constantly. Jack tells they were looking over her material for her trip. He leaves but cautions her not to let Victor talk her out of canceling the business trip. Nikki smiles as Jack leaves. She turns to Victor now. "Please let Phyllis go in your place," Victor begs. "Stay here with me." Phyllis has a presentation to do. She walks into the boardroom as Nick is leaving and they discuss her idea. He stands close to her as he looks over the plans she has. She tells him how the masseurs will be a little more medically inclined and will leave the body satisfied when they have finished with the client. Jack suddenly walks in asking if he is interrupting when he sees them standing close. Nikki has decided to give Victor what he wants. She tells Phyllis and Jack that she will be staying home more after her trip. Phyllis gets upset but Jack is fine with that. Later, Nikki enters the office and searches for a piece of paper. She opens a drawer and finds many, many, many paper snowflakes She pulls them out, to look closer at them while the color drains from her face
Nikki: Well, okay, I guess I can have time to tour the resort and meet with the financial people in the same morning. Phyllis: I can't believe you didn't talk to Victor about getting rid of Jack. Nikki: Victor doesn't want to get rid of Jack. Phyllis: This is unbelievable to me. Those two have been each other's worst enemy for years. Nikki: They have also worked together before. Phyllis: They've never had high regard for each other. Nikki: That's not necessary in business. Victor hired Jack because he's very good at what he does. Phyllis: Mmm. Yeah, I'm sure that's why. Nikki: You know what? You've really gotta get over this. By the way, you're not the only one who used to be married to Jack. So you need to start thinking of him as just an employee and not the devil incarnate. Victor hired Jack to handle things that Victor didn't want to handle. That's it. The company is still ours. As long as Victor is still in charge financially, we don't have to worry about Jack. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Good morning, Victor. How are you feeling? Victor: Morning, Jack. Fine. I'm fine. Jack: Good, good, glad to hear it. Victor: Have you had a chance to think about my offer to buy me out of N.V.P.? Jack: I have. And I accept. I made a few inquiries already. I spoke to my lawyer. I spoke to my accountant. I think we can swing a deal. Victor: Wow! What a speedy decision. Jack: Well, you've made it pretty clear you want to unload this thing quickly. And for good reason-- to spend time with your wife. Victor: Yeah. Jack: Speaking of which, what was Nikki's reaction to this? Victor: Well, I'm gonna tell her this morning. Do you have any advice how I should break the news to her? [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: Find a tough one? Victoria: "Madame Bovary." Brad: Oh, it's a good thing we didn't get that one. Can you imagine-- with Abby helping us? Victoria: You know, I had a fun evening. I'd forgotten how much I enjoy charades. Brad: Yeah, I haven't laughed that hard in a long time. "Hairy butter"--"Harry Potter"-- that killed me. That was funny. Victoria: Me, too! Let's be sure and get the families together again real soon. Is that okay with you? Brad: Well, you know what? Uh, I wasn't thrilled at the prospect of being in a room with your brother for that long, but, you're right, it was okay. Victoria: Well, I am so, so glad that Nick and Sharon are getting along again. Brad: You think it's for real? Victoria: Why wouldn't I? Did you see how competitive they were working together as a team? You know, I'd forgotten how those two watch each other's back. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: You were up early. Sharon: Yeah, I just, uh, wanted to get some things together before we leave for Noah's basketball camp. Nick: He's lucky to have you as a mom. We're all lucky. Sharon: Look, Nick, um... about last night... I don't want you to get the wrong idea. [SCENE_BREAK] Daniel: Dude, you know what? You are just not helping right now. Devon: All I'm not doing is getting in the middle of this. Daniel: So then put Lily on the phone. Devon: Daniel, I'm gonna tell you the same thing I told you three minutes ago when you called here, all right? She's in the shower. Daniel: Or she told you to tell me that she's in the shower. Devon: You know what? I'm not playing games with you, all right? I will give her the message that you called. That's all I can do for you. Daniel: Okay, then you'll do it? Devon: Yes. Daniel: All right, well, tell her to call me. Swear. Devon: Daniel, I'll tell her. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: Hey, honey. Daniel: Hey, Mom. Phyllis: Uh-oh, look at you. Don't tell me that you and Lily you and Lily didn't straighten things out yet. Daniel: Not exactly. Phyllis: You have to apply the golden rule. The golden rule is you can't go to bed angry at each other. If you stick to that, you can't go wrong. Daniel: Yeah. Well, I couldn't if I tried right now, Mom. My wife didn't come home last night. [SCENE_BREAK] Devon: Hey, your husband called about a hundred times. Will you please call him back? Lily: Maybe. Devon: No, just, come on. If you don't, he's gonna think that I didn't tell you. Lily: Okay, okay, I'll tell him that you did. When I'm ready to talk to him, I will. Neil: Hey, um, Lily? You wanna resolve an argument, you work it out. You don't hide from it. You take it head on. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I think you would be wise not to tell Nikki yet. She's got a lot on her mind with this trip to Arizona coming up. And you and I haven't even finalized the details. Victor: You're so right. I did my best to talk her out of going. Jack: But she insisted? Victor: Well, Jack, it's very hard to let go of a project when you've been part of it from the beginning. Jack: Yeah, you, of all people, would know that. Victor: Isn't it ironic? I'm ready to, you know, calm down and enjoy life. And my wife is ready to go full boor. Jack: You know what? I say let's let her go to Arizona while you and I hammer out the details. Victor: What about Phyllis? Jack: Phyllis? Frankly, I don't care when Phyllis finds out about this. But I do think you'll agree they should find out at the same time-- after Arizona. Victor: Yeah, but you know... Nikki didn't like it at all when she found out that I brought you into N.V.P. without consulting her. I don't wanna surprise her again. So I think I'm gonna tell her today. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Are you really sure you don't mind dropping Abby off at camp? Oh, okay, thank you. Listen, I'm gonna talk to Nick and Sharon and see what their schedules are, so maybe we could set up another dinner. Brad: Looking for a charades rematch? Victoria: Actually, I was thinking about a late afternoon something at the club with maybe a little tennis thrown in. Brad: Oh, great. Another opportunity for you to compete with your brother. Victoria: You have no idea. If you thought last night was intense, you should see us on the courts. When we were little, I used to beat him all the time. But now, he makes up for in strength what he lacks in finesse. Brad: He's got a pretty strong serve, does he? Victoria: Yeah, yeah, but I play to his backhand, and it drives him nuts! Brad: Not me. I've got a wicked backhand. Victoria: I didn't know you played tennis. Brad: I'll tell you what. I'll book us a court-- best of five. Loser buys lunch. Victoria: Deal. Brad: Today? Victoria: Soon. Soon, baby. If only I didn't have a company to run. Bye, I'll see you. Have a nice day. Brad: Okay. See you in a little while. Victoria: All right. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: About last night, um, you know, I didn't plan on that happening. Nick: You think I did? Sharon: Um... I don't know. Nick: Look, last night was spontaneous. It was... did you hate it? Sharon: No, no, I don't regret it. It's just-- Nick: Look, we can't pretend to be a happily married couple for our son's sake. It's not gonna work. It's gotta be real. And last night was real for me. Being close to you like that-- touching you and holding you-- Sharon: Nick, stop. Things are not resolved between us. And one night isn't enough. Nick: I know, but it's a start. I want you to say that-- that it's a start. Sharon: It's a start. It's just that I'm afraid. Nick: I know you are. I get that. Sharon: Do you? Nick: Yes. And it's my job to make sure all your fear goes away. And I will. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I understand you're not wanting to surprise Nikki. Victor: You know my wife and I are open and honest with each other. Jack: As well you should be. The whole point of waiting, though, is to make sure she's not hurt. Victor, if you tell her right now you're selling to me or anyone else, regardless how she feels about the deal, she's gonna have questions. Questions about why you did this. And because you are open and honest with each other, you're eventually going to have to tell her that part of what motivated here is these temporary health issues you're dealing with. Victor: Yeah, but those questions are gonna come up sooner or later anyway. Jack: Can I respectfully disagree? Waiting buys you a chance to help her better understand. You don't want either of you getting so caught up in business that you can't enjoy your life together. And with some time, perhaps... these symptoms are gonna go away, Victor. And you won't have to mention them all. Victor: Ah, but I don't like to-- I don't like to lie about things, you know? I want to be open about things. Jack: I'm not suggesting you lie. (Voice echoes) I am simply saying as long as you know you have Nikki's best interests at heart, no harm can be done in delaying this. Victor? Are you all right? Victor: Yeah, I'm fine. I'm fine. I'm fine. I'm fine. Jack: I'm concerned about you. Victor: Isn't that funny, Jack? All the battles you and I have fought. Jack: At the end of the day, I think you and I are alike in more ways than we are different. We're both fierce competitors. Victor: Yeah, sometimes I think too fierce. And it's taken its toll on us, hasn't it? Jack: Well, we're not gonna do that anymore. Not with each other, anyway. Victor: No. No, no, no, you're right. You're right. There's no sense in alarming people about things they don't even know anything about. Jack: I couldn't agree more. Victor: So let us hold off telling Nikki and Phyllis about this deal-- that you wanna buy N.V.P. We haven't even discussed the price, yet, have we? Jack: Victor, you are making the right decision here. [SCENE_BREAK] (Knock on door) Victoria: Hi, Mama. Nikki: Hey, Sweetheart. Victoria: Are you too busy for a visit? Nikki: No, no, no, come on in. I'm just trying to get organized for this trip. Victoria: Oh, yes, the trip that Jack just had to push up. Nikki: Yeah, oh, well. Victoria: I'm sure you've noticed how Jack is suddenly daddy's shadow. Uh, I mean, it's-- it's funny because N.V.P. is supposed to be your company-- yours and Phyllis' company. And, yet, there he is, running everything. Nikki: Honey, your father hired Jack because he is aggressive and ambitious-- just like he is. He likes that. Victoria: Right. Yes. And I'm sorry, Mom, I love Jack in many ways. But as far as working with him goes, and I have had the opportunity, I just-- I can't shake the feeling that he has some sort of a hidden agenda. Nikki: And you're not the first person to ever feel that way. Victoria: And what about Phyllis? Given all of their personal problems... Nikki: Phyllis would love to see Jack gone. But I keep telling her to stop hoping for that. Because your father is not going to get rid of him. Victoria: Okay, fine. Then let's look at the positive side of Jack being here. For example, I know Dad would love for you to spend more time at home. So are you ready to cut back here? Nikki: Uh, no. Victoria: Which is exactly what I thought you would say. Nikki: You know, for so many years I begged your father to stay at home more. And here I am staying late at the office. Victoria: Yes, Mom, but with a very, very good reason. N.V.P. is your vision. And you wanna see it go as far as it will go. Nikki: Plus, we can be as positive as we want, but somebody's gotta keep an eye on Jack. Victoria: And if anyone can do that, you can. Don't let him steal your company that you worked so hard to develop. Nikki: Oh, don't worry. I will not let that happen. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: Dad, I'm not trying to avoid anything. But what am I supposed to do? I mean, I told Daniel that I made a decision that only affects me. And instead, he turned it into a "we" thing, saying that we're supposed to make decisions together. Neil: All right, okay, all right, well, listen, um, he obviously has a strong point of view, right? But that doesn't mean he didn't hear yours. And, by the way, when you're married, nothing you do affects only you. Lily: Yeah, but I wasn't asking his permission. I was just telling him. And he's all, (imitating Daniel) "yeah, but it's gonna be this way--" (normal voice) oh, blah, blah-- whatever he said. Daddy, I didn't get married so he could tell me what to do, you know? Neil: I understand, yeah. Answer me this, did you listen to him? Lily: Yeah, I listened to him! Except Daniel thinks that "listening" is the same as "agreeing." Neil: Mm-hmm. Lily: I don't agree with him. Neil: Okay, well, what I'm hearing is you making this all Daniel's fault. I'm speaking to you from a long life of experience here. It takes two to make an argument, Lily. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: You men-- I mean, sometimes the way you talk to us makes us feel like you're just giving us orders. Daniel: Whoa, whoa, I wasn't giving her any orders. Phyllis: Ah, you know, Daniel, this is the thing-- you wanna avoid criticism. You want to avoid comments like, "you're stupid," okay? Or else you're gonna get in the same situation you're in right now. Daniel: I have never said anything like that to Lily. I never will say anything like that. Phyllis: Most important thing--most important thing-- um, did you make her feel like you were really paying attention to what she had to say? Daniel: Yeah, I heard all that I needed to hear. Phyllis: No, no, no, no, no, no, no, not good enough. You have to make her feel like you're listening, like you care enough about her to really listen to what she has to tell you. Daniel: I care enough about her to keep her from making bad decisions. Phyllis: Oh, my gosh! Listen to you! Are you my son? No, no, no, no, no. You can't make her feel like the only way out is just to agree with what you have to say. That's not gonna bring out the best in a woman. Take my word for it. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: You know, I'm still trying to get used to seeing the two of you together every time I turn around. Victor: Why? Is that really so odd? Nikki: No, no... Victor: Well... Nikki: It's just kinda like a tiger and a bear in the same cage at the zoo. Jack: Actually, Victor and I were going over some financial materials for N.V.P.-- stuff you're gonna wanna take with you to Arizona. Nikki: Oh, good thing I walked down the hall when I did. Victor: You still insist on going there? Nikki: I will be gone for two days. And you have Zapato to keep you company. Victor: Sweetheart, a puppy is not a wife. Nikki: Well... Victor: Jack, would you leave us alone for a moment, please? Jack: Absolutely. Nikki, don't let him talk you out of this trip. It's a very important meeting. Nikki: Did you hear that? The man that you hired has spoken. Victor: Sweetheart, I'm speaking now. Please... why can't you send Phyllis, and you stay here with me? Nikki: I can't send anyone else to Arizona for me, and that's partly your fault. Victor: Why? Nikki: Well, look, Phyllis is great. She's charming. She's bright. But when you have an appointment with the wife of Victor Newman, that is something that people share with their friends over lunch. They tell their colleagues. It's a big deal. Victor: But, Sweetheart-- Nikki: If I send anyone else, they'll be very disappointed. Victor: But you're offering these people a chance to make a lot of money. So you could send someone from the mail room and they'd be grateful. Nikki: You know very well that's not how it works. You just wanna get your way. Victor: I do. Nikki: I know you do. Well, you did when you hired Jack. By the way, what do you think of the job he's doing? Victor: I think he's doing a great job. He's very committed. He was devastated when he was fired by Chancellor Industries. This gives him a chance to prove his mettle. That he's still, you know, up to snuff when it comes to business. I think he's very motivated. You can't buy that. Besides that, he's gonna turn your vision into a reality. Nikki: Maybe that's why he's trying to make all these merchandising deals that favor Jabot instead of Newman. Victor: Oh, Sweetheart, that's only a minor thing. There's so much to go around. This will be profitable for everyone concerned. Let's not be greedy. Nikki: Greedy? Oh, good Lord, there's something wrong with my hearing. Darling, I'm--I'm protecting your investment. You have a lot in this venture. Victor: Sweetheart, everyone is talking about money. Sometimes I'm sick and tired of it. That's all everyone talks about is money. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Is Nikki back? Phyllis: Jack. Jack: Yeah, it's me. About Nikki--is she back from talking with Victor? Phyllis: Um, she was here. I'm sure she'll be back soon. Jack: Okay, good. Phyllis: Yeah, Jack, listen, um, I had some interior design plans that, uh, I wanted to show you. Jack: You want my opinion? Phyllis: Well... I work for Victor. You work for Victor. Ultimately, we report back to him. I think it's important that we be both be thinking alike, if possible. Jack: Fine, I'll be happy to look at them. Phyllis: Great, they're in the conference room. Jack: How about I meet you there in a minute? Phyllis: Great, I'll set up. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Michael, its Jack Abbott. Listen, Victor is very eager to sell me his shares of N.V.P. no, we haven't yet. But I don't think we're gonna be haggling over price. Just get something on paper, do it quickly and get it over here, all right? Yeah, he's eager to sell now. I don't know when that's gonna change. [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: Something about you... yeah, I was right. You're feeling good today, aren't you? Sharon: Yeah, yeah, I guess I am. Brad: Refreshed. Sharon: It's the green tea. Brad: No, it's something more than that. Sharon: Well, it's none of your beeswax. Brad: Okay, I won't ask. Sharon: You know, I was looking for Victoria. I wanna thank her for yesterday. Brad: Yeah, that was fun, wasn't it? Sharon: It sure was. Brad: You know, I was impressed. You and Nick-- somebody's making an effort. Sharon: Well, we both are. Brad: I'm glad. Sharon: It's a start. Brad: Hopefully, more. Sharon: Well, it's making a really big difference for Noah. And that's what matters to me most. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: You did not beat me last time. Victoria: Yes, I did. It was a third-set tie-breaker. And you served one of your big, old honkin' serves, and I dinked it to your backhand. And you tried to double-hand it, and it went into the next county. You looked more like Barry Bonds than André Agassi. Nick: Like you remember all the details. Victoria: I remember because you were so mad. Nick: All right, listen, girlie, anytime you want a rematch, you get the court, name the time and I will be there. And you'll get a beat down. Victoria: Fine! So, uh, what about charades? I suppose you want another shot at team Carlton. Nick: At least you're not competitive with me anymore. Victoria: Okay, listen, don't try to change the subject. Do we have a deal or not? You and me on the courts and a team Carlton/team Newman charades rematch? Nick: Fine, but I'm not gonna play for free. We'll make it interesting. Put a little cash on it. Victoria: You got it, little brother, you got it. No problem. Nick: Bring your checkbook. Victoria: Uh-huh. Seriously, though, um... I have to admit that you and Sharon... you make a pretty slick team. Nick: You think? Victoria: Yeah, I think. I'm really happy for you, Nick. You guys are looking really good. Nick: Thanks. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. We just might have a chance to save this marriage. Victoria: Yeah. Well, I'm gonna keep my fingers crossed for you, too. Nick: Thanks. Victoria: So... are you, uh, cool with this report? Nick: Yeah, I've made all the revisions I need to make. Just take it down to legal. Victoria: All right, I'll see ya. Nick: See ya. [SCENE_BREAK] Devon: So what you gonna do? Hang around here all day? Lily: I don't know. I might. Devon: Your dad-- he made a lot of sense when he said that it takes two people to start a fight and keep it going. Lily: You know, I was thinking the same thing. It was brilliant. Pure genius. Devon: Oh, what? You just gonna get nasty with everybody, huh? Lily: I'm in a bad mood, okay? Devon: I think that you're embarrassed because you know you're out of line. Lily: I am not. Devon: Well, I think so. And I also think that you don't know how to back down. Lily: I don't need to back down. Devon: No, you just gonna wait for Daniel to? Lily: What, you think that's never gonna happen? Devon: I'm not saying that. I'm just saying, you don't have any control over that. If you wanna make up, you have to make the move. Lily: Well, I'm not going to. Devon: Did you not hear a word that your dad said to you? [SCENE_BREAK] (Knock on door) Daniel: Mom? Daniel: Done. Neil: Hey, there you are. Daniel: Hey, uh, listen, I've got a lot of mail out there so... Neil: Wait, hang on, hang on, you know, I just left Lily at my apartment. Daniel: Yeah, uh, did she spend the night there? Neil: Yeah, she did. Daniel: You know, I didn't start any of this. Neil: I'm not saying you did. Daniel: I've been trying to call her and she just won't pick up her phone. She's not answering. Neil: You know, Daniel, the thing about Lily-- a lot like her mother. She's pretty stubborn. Daniel: Is she okay? Neil: Yeah, she's fine. But she's not about to admit she's wrong, so you don't get your hopes up about that. Daniel: Yeah, yeah, see, that's the whole thing. That's why this is all just ridiculous. Neil: Hey, whatever this is about, I'm sure it may seem pretty important, but I'm willing to bet it isn't. What is important is-- is talking-- keeping the communication lines open. Daniel: She doesn't wanna talk. She just wants to lay down how everything's gonna be. Neil: Son, no one likes to admit they're wrong. I suspect both of you are a little right and a little wrong. The question you gotta ask yourself is... are you gonna be a bigger man and make the first move? Are you? [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: I was looking at those earlier. Phyllis: Oh, great. Yeah, I can't wait to see the end result. Nick: So how are you dealing with Jack overseeing the project? Phyllis: Oh, it's okay. It's difficult. You know, I'm trying to make it work, but you know how Jack is. He's just kind of... "I'm in control" guy. Nick: Well, at least my old man is still writing the checks. Phyllis: Thank goodness. Nick: Why don't you show me the details? Phyllis: Oh... well, all right, um... this is--this is the lobby. Uh, we have the colors sort of muted to, um, to have a more relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. And this is the exercise room. We wanted it more energetic, so the colors are red and yellow. And, um... then we have our nutrition center. And that's sort of organic colors. It's not rocket science. Nick: I, uh, disagree. There's a right way and a wrong way to do things. Like, in your, uh, massage and therapy room-- it's not like it's cold, but it's, uh... I don't know-- what--what do you call that color? Phyllis: Um, it's a version of, uh, medical green. That's what they call it. Nick: Medical green? Phyllis: And, um, you know, our masseuses and, uh, masseurs, they--they're not just back-rubbers. They're--they're, um, trained in physical medicine and, um, anatomy--the works. Their job is to work deep into the body... and, uh, get the kinks out. And--and leave the--the client, uh, relaxed and satisfied. It's --it's more than a typical massage can accomplish. Nick: You sound like you know the feeling. Phyllis: Mm-hmm. Jack: Hope I'm not interrupting anything. Nick: No. Actually, I was just leaving. Thank you, uh, for the guided tour. Phyllis: Sure. Nick: It's gonna be amazing when it's finished. I've got a meeting. See ya. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Victor Newman... Victor: What? Nikki: You, of all people, you're saying that money doesn't matter? Victor: Well, it does, Sweetheart, but it shouldn't preoccupy our every waking hour. Nikki: Well, I don't think it does. Victor: Sweetheart, be that as it may, we have enough to last several lifetimes, for heaven's sake. Please stay. Nikki: Darling, I'm involved with something right now. And I feel good about it. Victor: But you don't need N.V.P. to feel good about yourself. You have accomplished so much in your life. Nikki: Not really. I mean, let's face it. I did buy my way into Jabot. I made a big contribution, yes. But the company was already there. It already existed. Victor: So? Nikki: N.V.P. is mine. I created it. It's my baby. Granted, without your money, it would've been on a much smaller scale. But it's my vision. Victor: I'll tell you what. Then you be the architect. And you let Jack and Phyllis do the building. You don't have to be there to oversee all of that. Let me show you something. Let me show you something. I have a book. And the title says, "500 places to see before you die." Nikki: Oh, Victor... Victor: But, Sweetheart, we are blessed. We can see all of them together. [SCENE_BREAK] Devon: Look who it is. Daniel: You know, I don't need any grief, Devon. Where's Lily? Devon: I don't know, man. Daniel: Did she go home? Devon: I just said to you, I don't know where she's at. Daniel: Do you know if she's still mad at me? Devon: You're gonna have to ask her that yourself, Daniel. Daniel: Thanks. Thanks. Devon: You're welcome. I told you, I'm not gonna get in the middle of this. Daniel: Yeah, I can see. You're a real big help. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: Dad? Neil: Huh? Hey, Sweetheart, what are you doing here? Lily: You know... Neil: Yeah, looking for Daniel? Lily: Yeah. Neil: Making that first move? Lily: I guess someone's got to, right? Neil: Might as well be you. But let me give you a little piece of advice. You better hurry if you wanna beat him to the punch. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: All right, let's say that we go tripping off over the horizon together... Victor: Yeah. Nikki: Which is something that we have very rarely done-- and let's say that you just don't like it. I mean, let's say that I give up N.V.P. You decide, eh, retirement just isn't for you. And maybe there's another company that you wanna take over. Victor: That's not gonna happen. I mean, there's so much to do and see. Nikki: Victor... Victor: Yeah? Nikki: I'm gonna take you at your word. Victor: That makes me happy. Nikki: I have a lot of ambitions that I'll probably never accomplish. But none of them are as important to me as you. Victor: That's wonderful. Nikki: It's too late, though, for me to cancel this Arizona trip. But when I come back, I promise... I will back off from the day-to-day business. And I will let Phyllis and Jack carry on with my vision. Victor: Good! Nikki: And we will take that book and start at "place to see" number one-- Victor: That's right. Nikki: And go see all 500. Victor: That's right-- all 500. Can you imagine? Nikki: Oh, my gosh! Victor: Can you imagine? You will not regret this. Nikki: I know I won't. I love you. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: Listen, I'm interested to hear what you think about the colors. Uh, I studied the whole feng shui thing and the chromotherapy deal. But at the end of the day, it's just human reaction. Jack: I don't know what books or theories you consulted, but what you've put together here really works. Phyllis: Mmm. Jack: I'm telling you, I'm looking at a picture of a spa and I already feel healthier. Phyllis: You're kidding? Jack: No. It's terrific work. Phyllis: Thank you, I appreciate that. Jack: Thank you. Any aspect of this I can hand off to someone else frees me to do other things. Phyllis: Okay, I appreciate your confidence in me and... Nikki: Hello. Jack: Hey, Nikk, are you finished talking with Victor? Nikki: Yes. Um, could I talk to Phyllis alone, please? Jack: Sure. Is Victor still in his office? Nikki: He was a moment ago. Jack: I'm gonna try to catch him. Nice work. Phyllis: Thank you. Nikki: Look, um... I just told Victor that after Arizona, I'm gonna be a lot less involved with N.V.P. Phyllis: Oh, Nikki, no, no, no, no. Listen, I'm kinda working things out with Jack. Please don't leave me alone to deal with him, please! Nikki: I am not abandoning you! I will still be around, just not as much. In the meantime, you have Jack and all of his energy and all of his enthusiasm to help you. Just don't butt heads with him, okay? And you'll be fine. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Oh, there you are! Victor: Right, and I'm here because... Jack: You know, the Java we're serving here is from your son's old coffeehouse? Victor: Why am I here? Oh, uh... mmm, that's very good. Jack: Isn't it? I just ran into Nikki. Victor: Uh, she and I talked. Jack: You convinced her to give up the workaholic lifestyle and spend more time with you. Yeah, I was with Phyllis when she told her. Victor: Ooh, she wasn't happy about that, was she? Jack: Oh, she'll get over that. Now, you remember not to mention to Nikki anything about your selling the company to me. Victor: Oh, no, no, no. You and I agreed this is not the right time. Jack: No, the right time will come soon enough. Michael is putting together an offer. I think you'll find it very attractive. Victor: He is putting together a-- whoa! You're moving fast! Jack: Well, for you. No, I'm doing this for you. Victor: Yeah. [SCENE_BREAK] Devon: Daniel, uh, if you decide to leave, make sure you lock up, all right? Daniel: Yeah. Hey, Devon, you know, if you-- if you see Lily, can you just-- Devon: Yeah, yeah, if I see Lily, I'll make sure to tell her you're looking for her. Lily: Oh, baby! Oh, I can't ever spend another night away from you ever again! I am so sorry. I'm so stupid. I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Daniel: No, listen, listen, listen, I was really, really worried about you. So please, please, do not do anything like that ever again, okay? Lily: Okay. Daniel: Listen, we can talk about whatever it is when we have a problem. Lily: What? Daniel: You're just... you're so beautiful. Lily: I missed you so much. And I don't ever wanna be without you, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever again, ever. Daniel: Oh, listen, if we're ever fighting, can we just get to this whole making up part a lot quicker than we did this time? Lily: Yes. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: I think that when Nikki's away we should make some plans that include Victor. Nick: Yeah. Let's not forget the dog -- (Spanish accent) Pantalones. Sharon: His name is not pants. It's shoe. Nick: (Normal voice) right, right -- Zapato. Sharon: Yes. Let's invite the dog. Noah gets a kick out of him. Nick: Okay. So is everything okay? Sharon: Yeah. Thanks for not pushing. Nick: Me? Push? I don't do that. Sharon: You are such a messy eater. Nick: Yeah, I know. Sharon: Hey, get back to work. Nick: Okay. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Now... when did you say Michael will be by with your proposal? Jack: Oh, shouldn't be long now. Victor: I'm not offering you a bargain. Jack: No, no, no, I don't expect a bargain. N.V.P. is gonna be a money-maker. Now I've got a nice offer for you. You look it over, make any changes you need and then we'll come up with an agreement. Victor: By the way, is Michael Baldwin gonna be here soon? Jack: Yes, he's gonna be here very soon. Victor: I'm so anxious to start a new chapter of my life. Jack: Yeah, I envy you. Victor: No, you don't. You're far from retiring. Jack: You know what? You probably know me better than I know myself. Victor: Yep. Phyllis: Oh, Victor, here you are. Victor: Phyllis. Phyllis: Hi. Uh, I'm sure you're aware that Nikki is planning on dumping the running of N.V.P. on me. Jack: And me. Phyllis: The wellness centers were our idea. Nikki is an integral part of the development of the plan. Jack: Look, we can hold things together without Nikki. Phyllis: Maybe. But with all due respect, Jack, you're not Nikki Newman. Victor? Victor? Victor: Mm-hmm? Phyllis: Listen, she's not planning on quitting, just pulling back, right? But once you whisk her to places near and far... Victor: I have no doubt in my mind that you and Jack will make an excellent team. For a moment, consider Nikki and me. We have weathered so many storms and look where we are now. I feel closer to her than ever. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Victor, I need you to sign this-- Nikki: I'll write him a note. Nikki: He's gotta have paper here somewhere. [Nikki finds Victor's huge pile of paper snowflakes] [NEXT_ON] Nick: Somebody did what? Brad: Hacked my computer. J.T.: He's had plenty of chances to tell you the truth, Colleen, instead, he's lied to you your whole life. Michael: Sooner or later, Jack and Nick are gonna find out you're going to have a child. And they're gonna wanna know who the father is.