At the cabin, Billy brags about Mac's potato salad. Chloe brags about Chance and the way that he treats her in order to make Billy jealous. Chance orders Chloe to stop using him to get even with Billy. Mac stands up and starts to pick up his things to leave. Chloe suggests playing a game of Scrabble to see who stays at the cabin. Michael visits Victor to inform him what Adam did concerning Newman Enterprises. Adam tells the driver to pull the car around to the front so he can go to the hospital. Victoria and Nick confront Adam about the deal that he made for Newman Enterprises. Amber is wearing the necklace that Deacon gave her when he arrives. Daniel tells Kevin that there is no way Deacon is getting both Amber and the Terroni. Gloria asks Jeff what he is doing here. Jeff returns the sentiment and asks Gloria what she has in the tube. Jeff asks Gloria if she is waiting for Deacon. Kevin finds out that Gloria stole the Terroni. Amber calls Kevin to come to the club since Deacon is meeting with Gloria to get the Terroni. Victor confronts Adam about the deal that he made for Newman Enterprises. Victor gives Adam a job back at Newman starting at the bottom and report to Nick and Victoria. Deacon, Victoria and Gloria meet with Mr. Sullivan, who tells them all that the Terroni is the original. Deacon gives the Terroni back to Gloria. Daniel tells Amber to be packed and waiting for him when he comes back. Daniel confronts Deacon about the Terroni. Deacon goes home and asks Amber if she gave Daniel a "heads up' about the meeting for the Terroni. Amber denies her involvement. Chance stands up for Chloe when Billy hurls insulting remarks at her. Victor goes into V-fib and dies.
Billy: Honey, that was the best potato salad I've ever had in my life. Mac: Let's not go overboard. Billy: I'm not. I think it's true. Mac: Yeah? Chloe: Only you would take out time to stop fighting all those bad guys just to get me my favorite food. It's so sweet. Chance: Chloe, don't do that, please. Chloe: Don't do what? Chance: Don't brag about me just so you can get back at Billy. Chloe: (Sighs) I'm just stating facts. Billy: Mm. You know what? I am beat after that huge feast. I think I'm gonna take a nap. Do you want to join me and take a nap? Chloe: You know what? Why don't we sit in front of the fire and, uh, cuddle up? Mac: Can we just go? Billy: This is my family cabin. Mac: Since you're not technically divorced, it's her family cabin, as well. Billy: No, it's not. No. Chloe: What are you doing? Chance: Well, I'm packing. They're obviously not going anywhere, Chloe. Chloe: Well, no, no, no. Look, even if he digs his heels in, she's clearly not liking this, so they're gonna go. They're gonna go. Chance: Yeah, I doubt that. Billy: Okay, you know what? It is time for a rematch. Mac: You're still not over me beating you in high school. Billy: Oh, no, I am not. Chloe: Okay, I have a proposal. Billy: Look, go share it with "Mr. Squishy big hands" over there. Mac: Mr. Who? Billy: Don't worry about it. It's nothing. Chloe: How about we play a game of "Scrabble"-- the two of you against the two of us? Winner stays, loser leaves. Billy: Seriously? Chloe: Seriously. Billy: All right. Well, I got to warn you-- Mac here is a bona fide wordsmith. Chloe: Okay. Well, then you've got nothing to lose. Billy: Well, game on, short stuff. Chloe: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Hey. Victor: (Sighs) Michael: You look a lot better than you did when I saw you last. Victor: Thank you. I feel better. Michael: I heard you had a bit of a scare. Victor: (Sighs) That's the medication. Once they figure out the right concoction for this transplant medication, I'll be fine, be right back in my office. Michael: I hear the place isn't the same without you. Victor: I'm sure that Victoria and Nicholas are doing a very good job. Michael: Well, it's not just them. Victor: What's that? Michael: That is a contract for a Beauty of Nature distribution deal that was executed yesterday by Adam. Victor: What do you mean, "By Adam"? He doesn't-- he doesn't work at Newman. Michael: Oh, a fact that your daughter strongly pointed out to him. Adam didn't seem to feel it was a problem. Victor: Well, I'll be damned. We'll see about that. [SCENE_BREAK] [Adam remembering] Adam: I'm not ready to let you go. And I want to be a good son. Victor: You already are. [SCENE_BREAK] Adam: Would you pull the car around? Um, I need to go to the hospital. Victoria: You going to tell Dad how you saved the day with the deal? Adam: It would be polite if you knocked, since, despite how you act, I live here, and you don't. Nick: Not for long. Adam: I see that, uh, siccing Michael Baldwin on me wasn't enough. Nick: You crossed the line negotiating the Mitsukoshi deal. As far as we're concerned, your ride on our father's good graces ends right now. Adam: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Amber: (Sighs) (Knock on door) Deacon: Ah. I knew you couldn't resist it. Amber: Yeah. No. I, um, just wanted to see what it would look like with this outfit. Deacon: Will you stop denying what you really want and just enjoy it? And there's gonna be a lot more of that after tonight when I sell the Terroni. Amber: Daniel said there is no way you're gonna get your hands on it. If you think I'm going back to Death Valley and living in a trailer, you got another thing coming. Deacon: I-I-I don't need Daniel to secure the Terroni. I've got other means. Amber: What "Means"? Deacon: Well, you don't have to concern yourself with that. What you do have to do is pack your bags, and I'm not talking about for Death Valley. I'm talking about for wherever you've ever wanted to go, because after tonight, I am gonna sell that Terroni, and Daniel's not gonna have a damn thing to say about it. Amber: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Daniel: There's no way in hell Deacon is getting Amber and the painting. Kevin: I still can't believe she would fall for him. The way she talked about the guy, it was like she hated Deacon. Are you sure that Amber's not playing him? Daniel: No, no, no. The only one that got played here was me. I mean, I should have known better. She kept trying to convince me to go for the big money with the Terroni. And then, you know, Deacon gave her this diamond necklace. I asked her to take it off. She wouldn't even do it. You know, it's all just clear as day right there. Kevin: Sorry, dude. Daniel: Yeah. Well, better I find out now instead of after I do something stupid like marry the girl, right? Kevin: Mm. Daniel: All I really care about right now is getting that painting back to the museum where it belongs. Kevin: Well, if we do that, aren't you worried that Deacon's gonna have Ryder recant his confession, send you back to jail? Daniel: I don't care. I really don't care. Let him. All I care about right now is doing the right thing. You're gonna get that reward money. Deacon--he's gonna get Amber, and I'm gonna get out of this nightmare I call a relationship. Kevin: Well, look, I am not convinced that Amber has gone over to the dark side, but I am glad that we're in sync about the painting, which I happen to have right through here. (Sighs) Daniel: Why did you move it? Kevin: Huh? Oh. Um, my mom was making me paranoid. Kevin: It's gone. (Breathing heavily) [SCENE_BREAK] Jeff: You're never more irresistible than when you're up to something. Gloria: Mm. What are you doing here? Jeff: Well, I could ask you the same thing. What's in the tube? Gloria: Just a little something I picked up for Fen. Jeff: Try again. Gloria: (Laughs) Jeff: (Laughs) Gloria: I don't have time to go into it right now. Jeff: Hmm. You, uh, waiting for Deacon Sharpe? Gloria: And what if I am? Jeff: This about that "Project" you were gonna help him with, the one that was gonna get us a few extra bucks? Gloria: As a matter of fact, it is. Jeff: Yeah. Gloria: But if you don't disappear, you're gonna ruin it for us. Jeff: Sorry, Buttercup. I'm not going anywhere until you tell me exactly what's going on. Gloria: Do you really want to be a crossing guard and sell coffee for the rest of your life? Jeff: No. What I want is for you to clue me in. Gloria: Honey, can't you just trust that what I'm about to do is going to finally free us from our financial hell? Jeff: Uh-huh. And is this our ticket to the big time? Gloria: As a matter of fact, it is. This is a painting that was stolen from a museum years ago. Jeff: Ah. And you just "Happened" to get your pretty little hands on it? Gloria: (Laughs) Well, that's neither here nor there. What is important is the museum is willing to pay a $25,000 reward for its safe return, and we're gonna get a big chunk of it. Jeff: 25 grand isn't even a "Big chunk." A few weeks ago, we almost had 3 mil in our pockets. Gloria: A few grand of a sure thing is a damn sight better than 3 mil worth of blue ink, or have you forgotten that all that money from Victor and Jack was booby-trapped? Jeff: (Sighs) And, um, uh, how are you planning on getting this whopping reward? Gloria: Mm. I'll tell you all about it later at the penthouse. I'll meet you there when I'm done. Jeff: Mm. I'll be waiting. Gloria: Mm-hmm. Deacon: Who was that? Gloria: Just an ex-husband. Deacon: Ah. Gloria: He doesn't know anything. Deacon: Well, let's keep it that way. So are you gonna hand it over? (Sighs) Let me take a look at my little masterpiece? Thank you. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: See, I saw this coming when Dad first went into the hospital. I'm just surprised it took you this long to make your move. Victoria: Mm, but you made it, just like after Sabrina died when Dad was at his most vulnerable. Adam: You know, I might consider apologizing if your reaction wasn't so off- the-charts insulting. Victoria: (Scoffs) You think we're insulting? Adam: By salvaging the Mitsukoshi deal, I not only generated a substantial amount of revenue for Newman, but I saved both of your butts. Nick: All right, this wasn't about you trying to save us. This is about you trying to get back our father's trust since you stabbed him in the back the first time, but if you think this is gonna land you another gig at Newman, you are kidding yourself. Adam: Why would I even want to work at Newman? The thought alone of dealing with the two of you is reason enough not to. Besides, I don't need to get involved in Newman business to earn our father's trust. (Car horn honks) Adam: If you'll excuse me. Nick: I mean, can believe this guy? Victoria: No, I don't. But Dad might. Nick: Then we'd better get to the hospital and talk to him. Victoria: I'm sorry. I can't. I have an appointment. Nick: Okay. I'll take care of it. I'll let you know what he says. [SCENE_BREAK] Chloe: Ooh. Oh, there's a good word. Chance: Chloe, why are we doing this again? Chloe: Oh, to show Billy that he can't always get what he wants. (Gasps) Billy: (Clears throat) Um, buddy, I think you should go warm up the car, because Mac and I, we're gonna sweep the floor with yourself. Chloe: Oh, well, knowing how you spell, that's gonna take a really long time. Okay, so you dealt the letters. Chance: Yeah. Chloe: I'll roll the dice. Billy: Okay. Chloe: I call even, which makes you guys odd. Mac: I always knew that about you. Chloe: Oh, yes! Billy: That wasn't a roll. Chloe: Oh, no, no. You have plenty of time to act like a sore loser once we take you down. (Clicks tongue) Okay, so I think that this word is perfect... Chance: Mm-hmm. Chloe: Under the circumstances. Billy: (Laughs) "Leave." I agree. Chance: All right. That's 16 points-- double for first word of the game. Chloe: And one that the two of you should really, really take to heart. [SCENE_BREAK] Daniel: I don't know what you're looking for. It's clearly not there. Kevin: And my mom was trying to convince me that you couldn't be trusted. Daniel: So that's the reason you moved it? Nice. Real nice. Kevin: She probably followed me here, saw where I hid it and--and stole it. (Scoffs) Daniel: Or maybe Gloria convinced you to give her the painting and she cut you in in a little bit of the action? Kevin: You really think I would do that? Daniel: Well, you just thought that I had. Kevin: Look, the only thing I care about is the reward money to help Ryder. Amber: You have to get to the club. Kevin: What? Why? What's going on? Amber: Gloria's about to give Deacon the Terroni. Daniel: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Chloe: Well, since you two already have your trailer park love shack to go back to, why don't you take this winning word and take your game and let us finish our date, yeah? Billy: Sweetheart. Mac: Mm-hmm? Billy: Why don't you use that beautiful sexy mind of yours and blow this woman right out of the water. Mac: How about this? Billy: (Clears throat) Chloe: (Clears throat) Billy: Ha ha. Ha ha. Chance: See? They whipped me. Billy: Ha ha. Chloe: Yeah, if we let them. Billy: Ha! Mac: Why don't you "Leave" to go sign your "Divorce" papers? Billy: Ha ha! I believe that's 13 points plus a double word score, so that's 26. Mark it down, "Detective do-right." [SCENE_BREAK] Deacon: Oh, Amber and I are gonna live like kings once I unload this little masterpiece. Gloria: Unh, unh, unh. Not just you and Amber. We have a deal, remember? Deacon: Well, of course. Gloria: Yeah. Of course. And now that you know that I have the painting, what guarantee do I have that I'm gonna get my fair share? Deacon: Nothing's gonna happen until the buyer gets the goods, and that means that I have to have this painting in my hands to hand over. Gloria: (Laughs) Oh, Deacon. Deacon! If I let you walk out of this restaurant with this painting, that means you'll get all the millions, leave the country with "Blondie," and I'll be back pushing a broom in a nail salon. So... figure out a way to guarantee my share, or this little beauty does go back to the museum, and Amber will probably go back to Daniel. [SCENE_BREAK] Amber: (Sighs) Okay, so I just saw them together, and I saw Deacon looking at what I am sure is the Terroni. Kevin: Look, I swear, I did not give it to her. And she's not gonna give it to him. Daniel: Why would you blow your boyfriend's shot at millions, huh? I thought you liked shiny diamonds. Amber: You really think I chose Deacon over you? Daniel: Why wouldn't I? I gave you a chance to get out, and you passed. Amber: Only because I was-- I was just trying to see what he was up to. Daniel, that is the truth. I'm telling you, I-I am doing this so--so we can finally be rid of him, once and for all. I'm doing it for us. Daniel: "For us"? Yeah, the first time it was for me. Now it's for us. Amber: I'm not sleeping with him. Daniel: No, I'm sure you're not. Amber: Look, I know he's getting the painting from Gloria, and then he's meeting with some buyer tonight, and he thinks once he makes a score, then we're just gonna run off together. Daniel: Well, aren't you? Amber: No, we're not. You are the only one I want to be with. Daniel: (Sighs) Amber: No, listen. Daniel: (Sighs) Amber: What can I-- what can I say to make you believe me? [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: You mean... Adam did this without consulting with anyone? Michael: No one at Newman's. And you might want to remind Adam to go through the proper channels next time. Now if you don't have anything else for me, I've got a meeting. Victor: Thank you for coming by, Michael. Michael: Victor, take care of yourself. Victor: I'll do that. Michael: Perfect timing. Adam: (Exhales deeply) Victor. Victor: Yes, son? Adam: That was Michael, right? Victor: He told me that you... were involved in some business transaction at Newman's. Adam: Yeah. Did he also tell you that, uh, Victoria called him over to put me in my place? Victor: And rightfully so, son. Considering your history, one would be remiss in not questioning your motives. Adam: Look, as I told Victoria, I had no agenda. The call came in from Mitsukoshi. They said they were gonna pull the Newman line of cosmetics from all their stores, and I handled it. Listen, Dad, I-I know I have a long way to go to prove myself, and I--if it takes me the rest of my life, I will earn back your trust. Nick: Please tell me you're not buying any of this. [SCENE_BREAK] Deacon: Fine. You can hang onto it till after I arrange the meeting with the buyer. Gloria: Works for me. Deacon: But before I sell it, I need to make sure that what's in that tube isn't some fake that you're trying to pawn off on me. Gloria: Unh, unh, unh, unh. Deacon: So I have an art expert who's meeting me in my suite in a few minutes. Of course, you're welcome to join. Gloria: I'd be delighted. I thought I was gonna see you at the penthouse. Jeff: I just wanted to make sure your deal was still on. Gloria: It is. But he doesn't want anybody else involved, so go on. Get lost. Get lost, okay? Oh! Kevin: Hand it over now. Gloria: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Daniel: You know what, Amber? It's just too late. Amber: No, it's not. Daniel: (Sighs) Amber: Daniel, I swear, on my life, you are the only one I want to be with. Daniel: Go pack your things. You be waiting here for me when I get back, and then I'll believe you. Amber: "When you get back"? Where are you going? Daniel: I'm going to Deacon to get the painting. Amber: Oh! But I can help you, because he trusts me now, so I can-- Daniel: No. No. You're not gonna help. You want a life with me, you're walking away from him now. You understand? Amber: (Inhales sharply) Daniel: Do you understand? Amber: I'll be here. Daniel. Daniel: (Sighs) Amber: I love you. Daniel: I love you, too. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: While Adam was regaling you with tales of how he saved the day, did he also happen to mention that he never even attempted to contact me or Victoria? Victor: Is that true? Adam: There wasn't enough time. If I had stopped to call, the whole deal for Newman... Nick: (Sighs) Adam: Would have-- would have fallen through. And look, there's no guarantee that I could have gotten in touch with you, Nick. (Scoffs) You and Victoria have been consumed with your own personal matters lately, and what would happen-- Dad being shot and--and you losing your baby, I-- Nick: How the hell did you know about that? Adam: I'm blind, Nick, I'm not deaf. Maybe I was wrong, okay? I just... time issues aside, I thought that your plate was full. Nick: All right, we both know you don't give a damn about me. Adam: I thought I was doing the right thing. If I overstepped, I am sorry. It will never happen again. Victor: Maybe to make sure of that... I should authorize your activities. Nick: You cannot be serious. Victor: No. I think that Adam should be given a second chance to prove himself at Newman. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: You're not going anywhere until you hand it over. Gloria: I don't have the damn painting. Kevin: (Scoffs) But you did take it. Gloria: (Sighs) Would you excuse us? $25,000 is nothing compared to the life- changing millions I am about rake in. And don't you worry. You'll get your share, so just trust me. Kevin: Trusting you is what got me into this mess. Gloria: Would you please just let me handle it? You won't be sorry. Kevin: I already am. Jeff: Did I just hear your mother say "Millions"? Kevin: You need to stay out of this. Kevin: Hey, I was just on my way up to Deacon's. Daniel: Yeah. Let me deal with him. I want you to call Michael. Tell him to meet us over at the coffeehouse. Then call the cops, tell them to meet us there, and then meet us at Deacon's suite, too, okay? Kevin: Why? What's going on? Daniel: Don't worry. I'll explain later. Kevin: Michael, it's me. [SCENE_BREAK] Deacon: Victoria, are you sure this guy's trustworthy? Victoria: Yes. I've used him for the Newman foundation's art collection a number of times. He's trustworthy. (Knock on door) Gloria: Did I miss anything? Oh, I thought you were meeting with an art expert. Deacon: Well, Victoria was nice enough to recommend Mr. Sullivan here. Gloria: Oh. Mr. Sullivan: I'm finished. You can please turn on the lights. Deacon: Yeah. Victoria: Well? Mr. Sullivan: After examining the striations of the brushstrokes and, uh, the use of shadows, there's no question. It's the real thing. Deacon: Excellent. Gloria: And I'll be glad to take this painting-- Deacon: You know what? I'll tell you what, I'll, uh, I'll put this in a tube for you. It's the least I can do. Gloria: Okay. (Sighs) Lovely man, isn't he? Deacon: Here you go. Gloria: Mm. I'll wait for your call. Deacon: Mm-hmm. Gloria: Victoria. Victoria: I'll call you next week about a new piece that I'm considering. Mr. Sullivan: (Sighs) Victoria: Thank you very much. Mr. Sullivan: Yeah. Deacon: Thank you for taking the time. Victoria: You know, it's funny. When I first met you, I thought you were all about retuning the Terroni to the museum. But it's clear, with Gloria involved, that that was never your intention. Deacon: Well, I assure you, I'm doing, uh, my part to contribute to the art world. Victoria: By selling a stolen painting? Deacon: Well, you're free to call the police if you want, but if you call them now, all they're gonna find is an art dealer. You wait a couple hours, they're gonna find a painting in one of the biggest buyers of stolen art in the world. Daniel: I just saw Gloria leaving your room. I know she gave you the painting. Deacon: Uh, no, Daniel. Actually, she still has it. Daniel: Really? Deacon: Uh-huh. Daniel: So you left a painting worth millions in that moron's hands? Victoria: I should go. Deacon: Listen, thank you for all your help. Daniel: Wait. You're actually working with this guy. Deacon: Well, actually, Victoria was nice enough to find an expert to authenticate the painting. Daniel: So all that talk about wanting to protect the artist, the integrity of the art world and all of that, that's just crap, huh? You're in bed with this louse? Deacon: Oh, I'd say there's worse places to be. Daniel: Hey, let me ask you something, what--what did he promise you, huh? What did he promise you in exchange for doing exactly what he wants? Deacon: (Inhales sharply) Deacon: Ouch. [SCENE_BREAK] Billy: Uh, I'm not sure this word's gonna score any points, but I'm pretty sure it'll explain the real reason why these crazy kids are up here. Chloe: (Laughs) Yeah. Are you a mind reader now? Billy: Well, why don't you just read it? Then you tell me if this is not the real reason why Mr. Big hands came up here. Chance: What? Chloe: Just--just ignore him. Chance: Chloe, what's he talking about? Billy: I even used the "E." It's--it's got to-- it's got to count for something. Chloe: Oh, you're really mature, very mature. Billy: What? What? There's no big deal. I mean, it's okay to come up here for a little s-e-x. Chloe: (Clears throat) Billy: I mean, it's got to be frustrating as all hell running around that big mansion trying not to get caught by either one of your mothers. Mac: You made your point, Billy. Chance: You know what? It's my turn, right? Billy: Yeah. Chance: Yeah? Can I go? Billy: Go. Go ahead. Chloe: I-I-I'm-- it's good to see that his sense of decency has really blossomed since the two of you have been together. Billy: (Laughs) Whatever. Chloe: You're growing. Billy: Thank you. (Sniffles) Chloe: (Sighs) (Laughs) You're growing, really. Billy: Thank you, Sweetheart. What is this? Chloe: Therapy's working out for you. Billy: (Laughs) That's great. Chance: I'm sorry, Billy. Is there a problem with that word? Billy: Uh, no. It's just really not a word, at least not in this cabin, right? (Laughs) You're-- you're a virgin, man? Chloe: (Whispers) God. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: Another chance to do what, Dad, bring the company down, put you back in prison? Victor: I'm not suggesting reinstating him without some serious stipulation. Adam would be put in a low-level position, so that he has to report to you and Victoria. Nick: (Exhales deeply) Wow. I really don't believe this. Victor: One misstep, and you'll be out, Adam. Nick: Well, he may make sure you're not around this time, so you can't bounce him. Adam: While I appreciate this opportunity, I swear to you, this was not my intention when I was brokering the deal for Newman. Nick: Oh, the hell it wasn't. Adam: (Sighs) Victor: I'm giving you a chance to redeem yourself. So you watch your step. Consider everything very carefully. Adam: I will. And if I do take it, I will prove to you that your faith in me is not misplaced. And you and our sister will see that this time, it's gonna be different. Nick: Don't even try your act on me, all right? Victor: Adam, would you kindly leave us alone? Adam: Of course. Nick: You cannot let that fraud back into this company. Victor: Consider it done. Victoria: So it's true then? I just ran into Adam in the hallway, and he told me that you offered him a position. I didn't want to believe that. Victor: I want you both to believe it. Nick: (Scoffs) [SCENE_BREAK] Amber: I'm all packed up, and I am on my way to meet you. You know, I know there's a part of you that doesn't believe that I'm gonna be there, but I will. And I'm gonna prove what I told you is true. You really are all I ever wanted. Deacon: I just ran into your ex-boyfriend, a-and it's funny how he knew exactly when to stop by and snoop for that painting. You--you wouldn't still be in touch with him now, would you? [SCENE_BREAK] Billy: Okay. Um, this is awkward. (Laughs) Chloe: That's an understatement. Billy: Why didn't you guys say anything? Chloe: Seriously? Billy: No, I-I feel-- I feel bad, you know? I mean, Mac and I could have taken off for 15 minutes, and you could have knocked it out. Chloe: Oh, you are sick. Billy: Hey! I--oh, my God. Is that why you're up here? So you could be his first? (Gasps) Mac: Let it go, Billy. Billy: Why should I, when Chloe kept trying to make sure I knew just how close she and Chance have gotten? I didn't realize it was only in her dreams. Chloe: Oh, you don't even know the first thing about how we connect, okay? Billy: I certainly don't. But, man, look, I-I got to say, you certainly picked a good teacher. Chance: Billy! Billy: (Laughs) Chance: That's enough. Billy: (Clears throat) Okay. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Mm. Jeff: You really shouldn't drink alone, Buttercup. Gloria: I really needed something to take the edge off, because I've had a very stressful day. Jeff: Yeah, I'll bet. Gloria: Mm-hmm. But now that everything is turning around for us, and as soon as I have my share of the cut... Jeff: Mm-hmm. Would that cut be part of $25,000 or a million? Told you-- don't try to outsmart me. Gloria: (Laughs) (Inhales sharply) Lover man... Jeff: Hmm? Gloria: (Laughs) I wanted it to be a surprise. Jeff: Ah. Gloria: Mm-hmm. Didn't want to say anything until I had the money in my hand. Jeff: Uh-huh. Gloria: Unh, unh, unh, unh. What are you doing with that? Unh, unh. Jeff: I just want to make sure you're not holding out on me any more than you already have... Gloria: Oh. Jeff: And this isn't a Picasso or something. Gloria: (Sighs) Jeff: Definitely not a Picasso. Gloria: Hmm? [SCENE_BREAK] Amber: Were you not there when that guy walked out on me, huh? Daniel is through with me. Deacon: Yeah, but the question is, are you through with him? Or would you do anything to try and get back in his good graces, including giving him a heads- up about my little plan? Amber: Look, you're obviously really stressed about the painting, so why don't you go down to the bar, have a drink, and I'll settle up with the front desk, hmm? Deacon: You know, I stopped by earlier, and, uh, you didn't answer. Where were you? Amber: Maybe I was in the shower. Deacon: Or maybe you were talking to Daniel, and that's when you were selling me down the river. Amber: For the last time, I have not seen Daniel. Deacon: And you're not going to, either, because, you, Honey, are not leaving my sight until we leave this town. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Hey. Kevin: Look, before you say "I told you so," you were right. Things are a mess. That's why Daniel wanted me to call you and the cops. Michael: No. I'm just impressed that he's finally learned how a responsible client behaves. Kevin: I just hope it's not too late. Dude, what happened? Did you get the painting? Michael: Well, I'm very pleased you had the sense to include me before you do something reckless. Daniel: So you haven't seen her? Amber--she's not here? Kevin: I don't know. Maybe she's running late. Daniel: Yeah. Maybe I just got played again. [SCENE_BREAK] Chloe: (Sighs) Okay. Let's just-- can we please just go? Billy: Look, nephew, don't--don't be embarrassed, okay? We all lose it sometime. Usually before we hit middle age, but we all lose it sometime. Mac: Stop. Stop. Chance: How did sleeping around work for you, Billy, hmm? Was it meaningful? Was it self-fulfilling? Was it, uh, life-changing? Was any of it real? Billy: (Sighs) Chance: You see, 'cause that's what I'm going after, and I'm not ashamed to admit it. You see, unlike you, who slept with Chloe and got her pregnant just because you were bored and tired of all your meaningless one-night stands, I actually like her for her... Billy: (Sighs) Chance: For the way she treats her daughter, for how she's allowed me to see the real woman behind the fashionista, and, yes, even for her... weird, messed-up acceptance of you, her baby's father. It's because it's all part of who she is, and who she is deserves a hell of a lot more respect than you're able to even muster. Chloe: (Clears throat) Chance: Come on. By the way, it looks like you're the big winner tonight. Billy: You know, that's the second time he's stood up for Chloe tonight. Mac: He wouldn't have had to if you hadn't... never mind. (Sighs) Billy: Okay, I pushed a little too far. Mac: Hmm. You think? Billy: What are you so upset about? I mean, hell, we won! Give me five. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: So he had one win. Does that wipe out everything that he's done, Dad? Nick: Apparently, it does. (Sighs) Victor: This is... this is not just about the deal he made. Victoria: Well, it's certainly not about family loyalty, because he has none. Nick: (Sighs) Victoria: I don't understand why you would want to reward him for that. Nick: (Sighs) Victoria: (Sighs) Dad, I'm sorry. I don't mean to upset you. Victor: I'm not the one who's upset, okay? You're sounding as if... I'm giving the keys of the kingdom to Adam, and nothing could be further from the truth. Nick: We just wish you could see how he's manipulating you. Victor: (Sighs) He was very helpful, very helpful... while Ashley had difficulty with her pregnancy. Victoria: We all appreciate that he was so wonderful to Ashley, Dad, but to allow him back into the company that he tried to ruin... Victor: Please. I don't want to discuss any of this right now. I just-- I was given a second chance. I want to give him a second chance. Victoria: (Sighs) Victor: (Groans) Doctor: Out of my way. Victoria: Dad. Dad. Doctor: He's gone into v-fib. Hand me the paddles. Give me 200 joules. Clear. (Groans) Doctor: Increase it to 300. Give me an amp of epi. Clear. (Monitor flatlines) Doctor: We're losing him. Victoria: No! Nick: No. No. Victoria: No, he can't die! Doctor: I'm so sorry. Nick: (Whispers) What? Victoria: What? No. Dad? Dad! Nick: You get out of here. Victoria: (Sobbing) Adam: He's my father, too. Nick: Now that Dad's gone, you mean nothing to this family, and I don't want to see you anymore. Adam: (Thinking) Better get used to me, Nick. I'm not going anywhere. [NEXT_ON] Man: I'm looking for Daniel Romalotti. Michael: What can I do for you? Daniel: I told Kevin to call the cops. Deacon: I've been working for someone, someone who is holding the sword of Damocles above my head. Adam: So what have you decided to give me besides the shaft--janitor, mail room?