Gloria and Michael get off the elevator and bump into Will and Ashley. "Would you like to have a coffee?" she asks Will. He would like that but has to get to work. He leaves smiling. Ashley just glares at Gloria and Michael feels the tension. When he asks Gloria about Ashley, she just smiles. She isn't worried about Ashley, not as long as Katherine and Jill are running the company. Kevin is outside the door when Katherine and Jill are talking about selling Jabot, and who should get it. They know that Jack wants it but they also know that he can't afford it. "Where would he get that kind of money?" Jack calls the office looking for Victor and that is when he hears that Victor is in the hospital. He goes right over there to visit. Nikki is there when Jack enters. "He is just fine!" she says quickly when she sees him. Dru has the hearing that morning. She worries that her children are going to find out about this. They have heard and they try to call her but she sees they are calling, she doesn't answer the phone. Dru is anxious. She wants to talk to Carmen and get her to drop these charges but Sharon feels that she should leave the woman alone. "Let your lawyer handle it!" When alone, Dru can't help it and she dials Carmen's number. "Oh hi Carmen. I am so sorry for what happened last night." CLICK. Carmen hangs up. The phone immediately starts ringing again. Neil enters and learns that Carmen isn't answering the phone because it is Dru trying to talk to her. At the courthouse, Michael tries to make a deal with Will but he alerts Michael to the fact that Dru called Carmen this morning and apologized, so she is in fact guilty already. Michael has his back to the wall. "Will, how can I keep my client out of prison?" He and will confer. Michael comes to Dru with the terms of an agreement. She will agree to 60 hours of community service deal with the property damage stay away from Carmen only being in her presence with a third party. She will have to do this for two years as a probationary measure. "Can we just throw some more money at girlfriend?" Neil and Michael are stern and they get her to agree Ashley puts together an assignment for Gloria. "You are going to China, that is if you want to keep your job." Victor talks to the doctor about medication and how surgery could cause permanent brain damage. She would like to continue exploring the different types of medications, but Victor is through with that. "I want the surgery."
Jack: This is Jack Abbott. I need to speak to Victor. Is he in? What hospital? [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Hey. Thank you. Nick: Did you get any sleep? Nikki: Well, I don't know, maybe two minutes or something. How about you? Nick: I think about the same. Nikki: Oh. Hey! Victor: Hey. Nick: Good morning, Dad. Nikki: Good morning. Victor: When am I gonna get out of here? Nikki: Well, um, let's see, 58 hours and 17 minutes, 10 seconds... 9... 8... Victor: I can see I'm... not being taken seriously. Nikki: That's because that's the same question you asked before you went to sleep. Nick: And when you woke up at 2:00 A.M. this morning. But the good news is, only two and a half more days. Then you're out of here. Victor: Oh, my goodness. Only? Nikki: All you have to do is relax. Victor: How can I relax knowing that I was admitted to the psyche ward for pointing a gun at my wife. Nick: You were disoriented. That's all. Victor: I thought you were a burglar. Nikki: I know. I know. I'm not upset. But I will be if you don't relax and let the doctor take care of you. Victor: What if I had pulled the trigger? Nikki: Stop. [SCENE_BREAK] Ashley: It was very nice of you to surprise me with breakfast. It kinda helps take the mind off the, uh, unpleasantness I have to deal with today. Ashley: Oh... Michael: What exactly happened at the party? Gloria: Oh, well, speak of the devil. I was just telling my son how your smile lights up an entire room. Time for a coffee? Will: I'm sorry. I have to be in court. Gloria: Well, good. I know we're all feeling a lot more secure knowing that you're on the job out there protecting us. Will: I'll see ya. Ashley: Bye-bye. Gloria: Good morning, Ashley. Ashley: Why, good morning, Gloria. Michael. Michael: Coffee? Gloria: It's a long story. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: Hey, there you are. Listen, don't ever hang up on me after you just told me something bad happened. What's the matter with you? Devon: Lily, this is serious. Lily: Yeah, so am I. Gimme. What is this? Am I supposed to know what this is? Devon: It's a receipt for posting bail, all right? I found it at home. Lily: Posting bail? It has my mother's name on it. Why would she need to post bail? Devon: She got arrested for something. Lily: For what? Devon: I have no idea. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Dru, I'm really sorry I can't go to this preliminary hearing with you, but I have to go and see my father-in-law at the hospital. Dru: It's okay. Thanks a lot for the aspirin, Sharon. Really, though, I'll be fine. Sharon: You sure? Dru: I'm pretty ashamed about what happened. I just don't want my kids to find out. Sharon: Well... Honey, I'm so sorry. But, you know... um, an arrest is part of the public record. I mean, they could find out. Dru: Yeah, well, I'm-- I'm kinda hoping that, you know, Neil might be able to persuade car-- oh, my head! Oh, persuade Carmen to drop the charges. Sharon: Uh... you know, maybe what you need to do is just be a little more realistic. You need a lawyer. Dru: We, know that, Sharon. And Neil is gonna get me a lawyer. And, you know, I could always cut Carmen a check for all the clothes I cut up. Sharon: No, no, no, here's what you do. Just--okay--just go to court. Don't say anything. Let your lawyer handle it. Don't make anything worse. Dru: How can I make things worse if I'm trying to correct the damage? Sharon: Just saying good morning to Carmen could make things worse, okay? Let your lawyer do the talking. Please? Dru: Okay, all right. Sharon: Promise! Dru: Promise. Okay, you can go. Thanks, Sharon. Sharon: All right. [Dru remembering] Dru: Take my man and my life! Carmen: Aah! Neil! Neil! [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: What was that all about? You have time for a cup of coffee? Gloria: Nothing, nothing. I'm just messing with Ashley's head. Now go on. Get out of here. I don't need a bodyguard. Gloria: Ashley and I can deal with each other professionally. Gloria: Honey, I was polite. She was polite. Michael: Mm-hmm. You're both paragons of maturity. Gloria: And you know something? I don't care if I have to see her, because it means she has to look at me. Michael: She drives you crazy. It's a wash. Gloria: But that's okay. Ashley is no threat to me. Not as long as Katherine and Jill are running this company. Michael: Be careful. [SCENE_BREAK] Kay: I don't want you to make too much of it, but I also don't want you to hear through the rumor mill that Jack Abbott is trying arrange financing to purchase Jabot. Jill: You told Victor that Jabot wasn't for sale. Kay: It's not for sale, Jill. Well, not officially. Jill: But you'd sell to Jack? Kay: If the price is high enough, of course, I will consider it. The sales have not recovered since that product contamination. Jill: Now that is wrong. They are recovering. It's just gonna take time. Kay: Well, time is something I don't have as much of as I used to. But if I do sell... the turnaround becomes Jack's problem, not mine. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Yeah? Neil: Michael? Neil Winters. Uh, listen, I've got a problem. I need a defense attorney. Neil: Dru got into some trouble last night. Michael: What kind of trouble? Neil: Aggravated residential burglary. Um, can we avoid details on these phones? Can we meet at the courthouse? Michael: Preliminary hearing? Neil: In an hour. Michael: All right, I'll be there. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: She's not answering. Mom, call me as soon as you get this message! Seriously, where are you? So why didn't Dad tell you what happened? Devon: He left before I woke up this morning. Lily: What's going on? Devon: I don't know. I heard someone joking around about Dru when I came in today. And supposedly, she went off on Carmen Mesta last night. Lily: At the reception? Devon: That's what it sounded like. Lily: She wouldn't have gotten arrested for that. Let's go find Dad. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Hey, I thought Michael was here. Gloria: No, Michael already left. Kevin: Well, Katherine might sell the company to Jack. Gloria: This company? Jabot? Kevin: Yes. Gloria: Where'd you hear that, Kevin? Kevin: From Katherine. Gloria: Katherine told you that? Kevin: No, she told Jill. Gloria: That's not good. Kay: Come on, Jack would be a fool to get rid of you. You're too valuable an asset. Jill: Well, what Jack should do and what Jack would do are not always the same. Besides... I'm sure that he will want to run Jabot himself. Kay: All right, now let's don't get ahead of ourselves. He still hasn't come up with the loan package. And frankly, I'm skeptical. I mean, I just don't know who he's hoping would loan him that kind of money. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Victor... I just heard. How are you? Nikki: He's fine, Jack. Victor: Hey, Man. Jack: Well, apologies to Mark Twain, but rumors of your ill health are obviously exaggerated. Victor: Thank you for making-- making the attempt to lie about my appearance. You're the first one that's tried it. Nikki: Oh, stop it! You look fine. Jack: So what are you in for, Pal? Victor: Disorderly conduct, running a stop sign. I'm paying my dues to society. Nikki: Reaction to medication. Jack: Oh? Victor: None of which should stop anyone, by the way, from going to the office. Nick: I guess I can take a hint. Listen to me, Dad, you do what the doctors tell you, all right? Victor: Don't I always, my son? Nikki: Oh, please, let's not add perjury to the list of offenses. Victor: Mm-hmm. Nikki: Oh, Sharon, here, sit down. Sit down. Sharon: Thank you. Hi, how are you? Victor: Considerably better seeing you. Nick: See you later, Mom. Jack: Take care. Sharon: I didn't know that it was this serious. Victor: Well, it apparently was pretty dramatic. But it's all sort of hazy right now. Sharon: But you're gonna be all right, aren't you? Victor: Of course. [SCENE_BREAK] Carmen: Hello. Dru: Carmen, hi, it's Drucilla. I am sorry- Neil: You gonna answer that? Carmen: It's your wife. Do you wanna talk to her? Neil: Carmen, um... I can't excuse her. I certainly can't defend her. She was drunk. Carmen: And dangerous. Neil: And dangerous. Carmen: But what? Neil: The consequences are gonna be huge. Carmen: The consequences are already huge. Neil: I'm not trying to minimize what she did to your suite. Carmen: And my clothes and my peace of mind. Neil: I'm sorry about that. Do you realize that Dru is facing 4 to 15 years in prison? Carmen: How do you want me to react to that? Oh, darn, that seems so excessive? Yeah, Neil, I'm sorry but that's not my reaction. I'm afraid of your wife. And you know what? You should be, too. A person who would do what she did is capable of a lot worse. Lily: He's in here, Devon. Excuse me, sorry. Devon: Neil? Neil: Yeah? Devon: Dru got arrested? Neil: Yeah, I know, I know, I know, I know. She got arrested, yeah. [SCENE_BREAK] Ashley: Hey, got a minute? Jill: Go for it. Ashley: I have a suggestion for one of Gloria's pet projects. Jill: One of Gloria's projects? Ashley: Yeah, 'Perfume On The Glo'. Jill: Please tell me this suggestion goes beyond fire Gloria and cancel the project. Ashley: That's good. That's not my suggestion. Jill: Okay, let's hear it. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule. Kay: Mm-hmm. Gloria: I would like to argue against you selling this company. Kay: Well, the company's not for sale, Gloria. Gloria: For sale officially, from what I understand. Kay: Who said it was? Gloria: Isn't Jack Abbott making an offer? Kay: And if he is? Gloria: Well, if he is, you deserve every dollar you can get out of him. But I think Jabot's worth a whole lot more. Its history, its employees, its customers. Not to mention, John's legacy. Kay: Oh, Gloria. You're either a hopeless romantic, or you are worried about your job. Gloria: John wants me to be a part of this company. Kay: I can't... I can't ignore an offer from Jack Abbott or L'Oreal or Warren Buffett or the man in the moon, for that matter, if it is a serious offer. Gloria: All right. Well, if you do sell to him, I will be out of a job. Kay: Well, perhaps we can make a sale contingent on your continued employment. Gloria: With anybody else that kind of contract would work. But I don't trust Jack Abbott to keep an agreement. I don't care how carefully it's drawn up. The man would find a loophole in solid concrete and you know it, Katherine. He'll find it if it means getting rid of me. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Hi. Sharon: Hi. Um, did Jack leave? Nikki: He said he had to make a phone call. Sharon: Oh. Um, well, I'm desperate for some coffee, so I think I'm gonna-- Nikki: First floor, turn left off the elevator. In fact, I'll go with you. Sharon: Oh, okay. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I guess you probably heard things continued to go well at the opening of the retreat after you left. Jack: Yeah, it looks like we're gonna get great media coverage across the board. Victor: That's wonderful. You know, Jack... I hope you realize how much our friendship has come to mean to me. Jack: Thank you. And I realize, uh, I've come to value it a great deal myself. Victor: That's good. Jack: You know, we got phone calls from as far away as Tokyo about opening a franchise. Victor: Well, I'll be damned. I'm glad to hear that. Jack: Perhaps even better for the long term partnership of NVP and Jabot, Katherine is open to discussing selling her shares in Jabot. Victor: Mmm. I remember she told me that she doesn't want to sell. Jack: Well, she's had some time to think. And she's told me she's willing to look at any reasonable offers. So I, uh, I put together a little purchase proposal. I'd love for you to look at it. Unless your condition precludes your seeing financial matters. Victor: Oh, that's all right. That's okay. Nikki: Jack? You have an urgent call. Jack: Oh, excuse me. Jack Abbott. Nikki: Not approved by your doctor. Victor: Oh, Baby, where are you going in such a hurry? Jack: It was dead. Nikki: Oh, that's funny. Maybe that's 'cause there was no call. You can't use cell phones in hospitals, you know? I also didn't wanna say in front of Victor what I think about you shoving something down his throat when he's sedated. Jack: I would think a little shoptalk might be a great distraction from all he's dealing with right now. Nikki: Oh, yeah, you want him to be distracted. That's exactly why you're doing it. You're taking advantage of a sick man! Jack: Oh, wait, so everything I do now has an ulterior motive? Nikki: No, I didn't say that. I think when you brush your teeth, you truly do want them to get clean. But the rest of the day? Yes, I think you operate with ulterior motives. Jack: Okay, if talking business with Victor right now is inappropriate, I apologize. For the record, you should know we talked about more than business. We talked about our friendship. And how much we've each come to value it. For all the selfish reasons in the world, Nikki, I want him healthy. I do. You and I disagree about a lot of things right now. That isn't one of them. Jack: You seem tense. Sharon: Yeah, I am tense. Hospitals make me tense. You know, and life in General makes me tense these days. Signing divorce papers and Noah, now Victor... Jack: As long as my being here doesn't make you tense. Sharon: No, why would you make me tense? Um... oh. No, I mean, I'm fine with what happened last night. Not just fine, I mean, I... I'm not sorry that that happened. Jack: Good, neither am I. Sharon: It was nice having someone that I don't have to explain myself to. You know, this must be tough for you, being back in the hospital so soon after your father passing. Jack: Yes, it is a little strange. As soon as I walked in that lobby-- hell, when I was I the parking lot I was a little overwhelmed. Sharon: I understand that. Jack: I know you do. It's nice having someone I don't have to explain myself to. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Did you have any success with Kay? Gloria: No. She's got her priorities and I'm not way high on that list. Not that I can blame her. Michael: What? Kevin: Uh, we could use your help here. Michael: You know, I can't talk to you right now. I'll call you back. All right? Kevin: Yeah, but... Michael says he'll call back. [SCENE_BREAK] Neil: Hey. Dru: Neil! Michael: Neil. Neil: Hi, listen, sorry I'm running late. Um, Michael's gonna be representing you. Dru: Oh, thank you so much, Michael. Dru: Okay. Michael: I've reviewed the evidence against you. And my advice is to work for a plea agreement. Dru: Okay. Neil: If you can do that, we'll be past grateful. Michael: I'll talk to the prosecutor. You do understand the complainant will have to agree? Dru: Carmen. Michael: Yes. Carmen. Excuse me. Dru: Okay. Will: Excuse me. We meet twice in one day. Our humble courtroom is honored, Counselor. Michael: I am representing Drucilla Winters. And we are prepared to spare the taxpayer the expense of a trial. Will: Of course you are. You have no defense. Michael: I'm willing to present mitigating circumstances, against my client. Will: Did you know your client contacted the victim today to apologize for her actions? Ah, you didn't know but you do know that call was either an admission of guilt that goeth beyond Ms. Winters' statement to the police-- Michael: Made without the benefit of attorney present. Will: Or a crude attempt to coerce the complainant into dropping charges. Now, what do you think she was apologizing for, except for what she's guilty of? Michael: I'd be delighted to engage in small talk with you all day, but I know you're a very busy man so... what will it take to keep my client out of prison? [SCENE_BREAK] Dru: Oh, what are you kids doing here? Huh? Neil: Devon-- he found the bail bond receipt. Dru: What? Come on! Listen, kids, listen, um... I really, really wish you weren't here. I'm so sorry about what I did. I'm so sorry. Lily: It's okay. Dru: Michael, Michael, what did he say? What did they say? Michael: All right, if you plead guilty to criminal trespass, criminal property damage and aggravated residential burglary, you will perform 60 hours of community service and you will undergo 60 hours of counseling within a 2 year probation period. Dru: Two years?! Neil: Fine. Michael: During which time you will not phone, write or e-mail Carmen, nor will you come within 500 feet of her. Dru: We work in the same building, Michael. Neil: Dru... Michael: You will need a third party present whenever you deal with her in business related matters. If all of these conditions are met, and you commit no further crimes, after two years-- Dru: Two years?! Michael: After two years, this conviction will be struck from your record. Dru: Okay. How about if we just pay her some more money and get her off my back? Michael: Dru... this is a fair offer. Neil: I agree. Devon: So look, this way she won't go to jail, right? Michael: That is correct. Lily: Mom... Dru: Okay, look, if this is the best you can do, fine, I agree. Michael: In my opinion, that's a very wise decision. Now let's just hope that Carmen goes along. Dru: Two years? Neil: Two years. [SCENE_BREAK] Ashley: Jill approved a research trip for you. Gloria: Really? Ashley: Mm-hmm. Gloria: What's involved? Ashley: She wants you to find a suitable manufacturing site to increase production for 'Perfume On The Glo'. Gloria: My product line? Ashley: Mm-hmm. Not only will you be looking for favorable economic conditions, but, of course, as usual, the guarantee of quality control. And your airplane reservations are being made as we speak. Here's a list of locations starting in China. Gloria: China? Ashley: Mm-hmm. Gloria: Unh-unh. Ashley: Tangshan. Gloria: Tangshan. Ashley: In the Heibei province, I believe. Gloria: Tangshan-- where they had a really big earthquake. Ashley: Good memory. Good memory. Gloria: You bet I do. And, um... where's the next place on this list? Ashley: I don't know. Why don't we find out? [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Now let me understand this correctly, you're asking me to continue taking this anti-seizure medication until we find one that--that doesn't have those dreadful side effects that I've experienced. Woman: A reaction like temporary psychosis is extremely rare. Victor: That may be the case, but you're expecting me to accept those rare side effects. And then you'll give me anti-psychotic medication. And that, in turn, will have side effects. And then you're gonna give me medication to deal with those side effects. And it goes on and on like that. Woman: But the final option is surgery. Nikki: Brain surgery? Oh, no, no, no. That's out of the question. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Sounds like a fun little scouting trip, but I think I'll pass. Ashley: You quitting your job? Gloria: No such luck, Ashley, I'm just not going on that trip. Ashley: Well, this is not an optional assignment, Gloria. Gloria: I won't go. Ashley: Please tell me those words did not just come out of your mouth. Gloria: You heard me. Ashley: From day one, you've been begging for more responsibility. Here it is. Gloria: I'd take it on if I didn't think it was just your way to make me disappear. You know what John would say about you treating me like this? Ashley: Don't you ever quote my father to me. You've been playing the grieving widow card for all it's worth until Will Bardwell comes around, then your grieving just suddenly flies out the window. I know exactly what my father would say if he were alive. Get your butt to China. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Michael, Mom needs your help right now. Ashley is sending her to China. Michael: I'll be there as soon as I can. Kevin: Well, when is that? Michael: As soon as I can. All right, this is going to be fine. So don't worry about it. Will: Excuse me? Michael: Counselor. Will: Before we approach the judge, I need assurance that your client understands the gravity of the charges and the implications of her felony guilty plea. Dru: Does that mean that Carmen agreed to the deal? Will: And a violation of the terms of probation will be cause for immediate incarceration and the state will seek the worst sentence for the crimes you have committed. Michael: My client fully understands her responsibilities under the terms proposed and is prepared to meet them. Dru: Yes, I do understand. And I agree to abide to the terms that my attorney explained to me. Will: Frankly, I'm not sure you deserve this opportunity. Michael: You're out of line, Counselor. Will: Counselor, your client is very lucky and should be very grateful to the victim. Dru: Thank you. Michael: It's all right. Dru: Thank you so much. Lily: I love you, Mom. Devon: You'll be fine. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: And leave it to Victor Newman to have the rarest reaction to medication. Nikki: Well, they will find a solution that won't cause this reaction in him, though. Sharon: I'm his daughter-in-law, well, his former daughter-in-law, so I haven't been used to that... Well... back to work. Jack: Back to work. Sharon: I really enjoy our conversations. Jack: I aim to please Jack: See ya. Sharon: Okay. Sharon: Oh! Hey, listen, um... this is, um, Noah's last few math tests. I talked to his teacher. Nick: Did you, uh, tell Noah that my father's in the hospital yet? Or do you want me to handle it? Sharon: Um, no. But I can tell him now that I have more information, because, um, I didn't want to scare him before. Nick: Look, I told you as soon as I could that my father had a reaction to his medication. Sharon: Right, which is not the same as saying he pulled a gun on Nikki. I had to find that part out from Victoria. Nick: You weren't home when it happened, so I couldn't fill you in on the whole situation. Sharon: Oh, oh, okay, so I don't get the details because I was out with Jack. Nick: Sharon, you were with Jack? Sharon: Forget it. Nick: No, no, no, no, no. My fault. Awhile back you said how glad you were that we weren't yelling and arguing all the time. Let's keep that part of our divorce agreement. Sharon: Okay. I'm sorry, too. I... sometimes I just feel like an outsider. And just because Victor's not my father-in-law anymore, I don't wanna feel like I'm divorced from his life, too. Nick: I'm sorry you feel that way. I never intended for that to happen. You're not an outsider and you never will be. [SCENE_BREAK] Woman: Gamma knife radio-surgery is non-invasive. And it doesn't actually involve a knife, scalpel or incisions. Victor: Well, that's wonderful. I like it. Nikki: Yeah, but it's still targeting the brain? Victor: But leaves my skull intact, right? Woman: We run tests to determine the source of the seizure, and then we bombard that spot with radiation. There can be modest post-operative discomfort, but in most cases, patients then go home. Victor: Wow. Well, that sounds wonderful. In other words, without having to take further medication, is that it? Woman: If we're successful, yes. Sometimes there brain tissue near the target and that causes swelling which usually subsides without treatment. If not, we treat with steroids. There is a low risk of brain damage. Nikki: Oh, my God, brain damage? Now we're getting to the fine print--brain damage. Woman: Again, I recommend you continue with the drug therapy for now. Victor: No, I want the surgery. [SCENE_BREAK] Neil: Hi, Carmen. I, uh, looked for you after the hearing. Carmen: The court isn't my favorite place to hang out. Neil: Yeah, mine either. Hey, listen, um... I felt the need to issue a formal proclamation. Thank you for agreeing to the terms of my wife's probation. I'm sorry for what she did to you. I'm even more sorry that my relationship with you has come to this. Carmen: It is what it is. You have nothing to apologize for. Neil: Um... I really shouldn't speak for Dru, but I think I know her well enough to believe she's truly sorry. Neil: Let's hope it's the former. [SCENE_BREAK] Ashley: Let's send out for champagne! Jack: Oh, a little late for that, isn't it? Ashley: Okay. Well, then a fireworks display outside my window tonight will do. Can you arrange that? Jack: I could arrange a 50-piece marching band for what we're celebrating. Ashley: We are celebrating the imminent joys of life without Gloria! Jack: Oh, I could get behind this. Now how are you gonna pull that off? Ashley: Well, on behalf of the company, Jack, I sent her on a very important research trip to Asia. Jack: Asia's a big place. Ashley: Oh, it is. And I do hope things go smoothly, because I would be so devastated if her airline or hotel or ground transportation plans didn't work out. Jack: Just room service can be a bear if you don't know the language. Ashley: Oh, and the thought of Gloria wandering the streets of a small factory town in Mongolia... it's almost too much for me to handle. Jack: Believe me, Gloria after my financing comes through, you can invite her back to our fair shores and fire her. She's not gonna work for Jabot while I own it. Ashley: You found financing? Jack: Well, Nikki's not fully onboard, but I'm gonna have to figure out a way for her not to know, or at least not to interfere. Ashley: Oh, so you're still gonna ask Victor to back this, huh? Jack: Oh, he's gonna back it. Once they have him on the right medication and he's stabilized. Ashley: Wait a minute, medication for what? Jack: Oh, wait, you don't-- Victor's in the hospital. He has epilepsy. Ashley: What? When was that diagnosed? Jack: Well, he's been through a series of medications already trying to find the right one. Ashley: How long has he been on meds? Jack: It's been quite a while now. Ashley: Well, what's the prognosis? Jack: Well, assuming they can find the right medication, he's gonna have a perfectly normal life just like other people with epilepsy. Ashley: This is unbelievable. Where is he? I should go see him. Jack: He's at Memorial. But keep in mind Nikki is with him right now. Ashley: Oh, okay, I'll wait. I don't wanna add to the tension. Jack: Well, you may have to settle for a phone call. Nikki is by his side 24 hours a day. She only leaves to go to the bathroom. Ashley: Okay, well, I guess I'll send flowers. This is a good thing-- that they found out. Victor must've been terrified before this diagnosis. Jack: As much as someone like Victor can admit to being terrified. Ashley: You know what, Jack? I should do some research and see if it's genetic. I mean, I'm sure Abby's fine. But for her sake, it's better to find out sooner than later. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Tangshan, Iushan and Jinan. Not your basic romantic destinations, but, um, still, it'll be interesting seeing those places. Gloria: She wants to make me disappear. Kevin: Of course, she does. But this trip also supports your product. It's a legitimate trip Gloria: You think? Kevin: Mm-hmm. Gloria: Kevin, I'd go on this trip in a heartbeat if I thought my product or my initiatives or even my job still existed when I got back. Kevin: Not to worry. At least, not yet. Your sons are looking out for you-- both your sons. [SCENE_BREAK] Kay: Oh, I'm beginning to feel like a member of congress-- one lobbyist after another. Michael: All right, I propose to be the final one to weigh in on the selling of Jabot. Kay: And you're going to tell me that's a bad idea? Michael: Yes. Selling to the man responsible for most of the problems currently in the company? Yes, bad idea. Kay: And you're also going to tell me that I have a moral obligation to all of those people who have devoted their time and their talent to John Abbott's legacy. From the midnight cleaning crew up through to the executives. And to all those wonderful people who've invested part of themselves in the company. And all those shareholders, including-- well, especially... my grandson Billy and my son Brock, my daughter Jill and my granddaughter Mackenzie. Tell me something that I don't know, Michael. Michael: I will tell you something that you may have forgotten. You take a big financial risk if you sell to Jack. Kay: I'm listening. Michael: You may leave yourself wide open to a lawsuit from Andrew Gibson-- the man whose wife died from using Jabot products. Kay: I know who Andrew Gibson is, Michael. Michael: Then you'll also remember that as part of your legally binding agreement with him, Jack can have nothing to do with Jabot... ever. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Victor, the doctor recommends surgery only as a last resort. There are plenty of anti-seizure medications. Victor: Sweetheart, I have ingested enough medications to stock a damn pharmacy, for heaven's sake. I hate the effects of it. Maybe some people, you know, can deal with it and good for them. I felt hallucinatory. I felt lethargic. I feel like a walking dial tone. Nikki: And the words, "some risk of permanent brain damage" don't scare you? Victor: Well, as does the prospect of walking around in a permanent fog. What if I had turned violent? I leveled a gun at you. I almost shot you. I thought you were a burglar. Do you think I wanna go on living like that? I don't wanna hurt you. I don't wanna hurt anyone in my family. Nikki: It sounds like you've made your decision. Victor: You're damn right. I want the surgery. And I want it now, as soon as possible. [NEXT_ON] Sharon: He's been a great friend and he's supportive. Brad: We all know about Jack and his friendships with women. Jack: I wonder what Dad would think of this. Kay: Now don't play on my feelings for your father. Victor: I've talked to Katherine about buying Jabot.