Lauren searches through the Fenmore's "Black Friday" advertisements for sales. Lauren lets Michael know that she is delegating everything to Jill to check out the competition. She also says that she booked them a reservation at a lodge in Minocqua. Diane finds out that someone paid her hotel bill in full. Phyllis thanks Jack for standing by her during the trouble with Daisy and the DNA test. Ronan arrives at Nina's. Nick questions Victor about what kind of business that he is doing with Jack that he is using Newman money. Sharon tells Adam that she is going through something emotional right now over the way things are going in her life. Adam asks Sharon why she isn't' wearing her ring. Nina asks Ronan to spend Thanksgiving with them, but he refuses. Victor informs Nick about his plan to bring down Adam. Diane questions Jack about paying her hotel bill. Phyllis tells Summer that Nick has a surprise for her. Michael visits Victor. Nina cannot believe that Ronan is turning down her offer for Thanksgiving dinner at the Chancellor's. Michael asks Heather to work for him. Jack talks to Diane about Kyle spending Thanksgiving with him, but Diane has objections. Diane accepts Jack's invitation for Thanksgiving. Sharon visits Lauren to let her know what happened at the boutique and that she doesn't know whether it was a mistake or not. Heather accepts Michael's job offer. Heather encourages Ronan to accept Nina's offer to dinner or she may be tempted to tell Nina that he is sick. Adam confronts Victor over bringing Justin to visit him. Michael lets Lauren know that he hired Heather. Sharon tells Nick that she wants to go away by herself for Thanksgiving.
Michael: Mm-hmm. Lauren: Mm. Ooh, thank you. Michael: Unh-unh. First... Lauren: Oh, okay. Michael: One more? Lauren: Okay. I want to check out Fenmore's Black Friday ads. Michael: Yeah. Big start to the holiday season. You want to continue tradition? Up at 4:00 A.M., makin' the rounds, checkin' out the competition? Lauren: No, no. I am delegating that to Jill. We get to sleep in. Michael: Really? She might revoke our invitation to the Chancellor estate for Thanksgiving. Lauren: Oh, that's okay, because we have other plans anyway. Michael: Do we? Lauren: Yes, we do. I made reservations for you, me, and Fen at this lodge just north of Minocqua. Is this beautiful? Michael: Yes, it is. Lauren: Aw. Look at the paper. [SCENE_BREAK] Mr. Hollister: Ms. Jenkins? Ms. Jenkins? Diane: I know. I'm sorry. I'm gonna pay the bill, okay? I just--I just need a little more time. Mr. Hollister: I was just about to bring you your receipt. The bill's been taken care of through the end of the year. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. My treat. Can I have a refill? Jack: Thank you. Phyllis: It's the least I can do. You stood beside Daniel and me during all that paternity craziness. Thanks. Jack: And how's Daniel doing? Phyllis: Mm, he doesn't want to talk to anyone. Jack: Well, you can hardly blame him. It is a huge shock to the system-- finding out you're gonna be a father at his age? I'm sure it's not easy for you to, uh, stand on the side and do nothing. But try. Try really hard. I'm sure he feels his life is already out of control. Let him come to you. Phyllis: Oh, let him come to me. Hmm. Do you think he'll do that before Thanksgiving? Mm, I don't know either. Nick has Summer, so I'm all alone. What are you doing? Jack: I'm not sure. I'm gonna wait and see what's going on with Kyle. Phyllis: Yeah, of course. [SCENE_BREAK] Nina: (Groans) I know I'm getting myself all worked up. Paul: Don't. He'll be here. Nina: You think? Paul: He said he would. Nina: Yeah, but... I don't know. (Doorbell rings) Paul: See? Ronan: Hi. Nina: Hi. Thanks for coming. Ronan: Yeah. Yeah, sure. Nina: Come on in. Paul's here. Ronan: Okay. Good to see you. Paul: You, too. Nina: Um, I'm sorry to be so mysterious on the phone. But, um, there's something I want to ask you. And, uh, there's no pressure, but I'm really hoping you'll say yes. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: What kind of partnership do you have with Jack that involves you writing him millions of dollars in checks? Victor: That's a personal matter. Nick: Then why wouldn't you use a personal account? Why are you using corporate funds? Victor: If there are some things that I've kept a secret from you, rest assured I had good reasons. Okay? Nick: No, I'm anything but assured right now, Dad. You have entered into a secret partnership with a man you truly despise. I need you to tell me what is going on. No? Okay, I guess I'll just have to call Jack and ask him. [SCENE_BREAK] Adam: You seem upset. What's wrong? Sharon: I'm not. Okay, I'm--I mean, maybe I'm-- I'm a little emotional, yeah, because, you know, the holidays are coming, and it just reminds me of everything I have to be thankful for. Adam: Well, I think that would include Nick, right? Your engagement? Why aren't you wearing his ring? Sharon: (Sighs) It's because of you. [SCENE_BREAK] Nina: Look, I know that we're not that close, and I-I'm not gonna try to force that, but I do hope that we can get past this phase where we don't really know what to say to one another, and maybe even start to feel like a family at some point. So anyway, I would like to invite you to join us, the whole family, for Thanksgiving. Ronan: That's... that's so nice of you. Thank you. Um, but I-I can't. I gotta work on Thanksgiving. Nina: You work? Ronan: Yeah. Well, I-I always sign up for those shifts, because I don't have a fa... oh, well, a wife or, um, a wife or kids to be with. So, um, I take those shifts to give the other guys time off with their families. (Cell phone rings) Nina: I guess I... I should have asked sooner. Paul: Oh, I gotta take this. Hey, Heather, how's it going? [Ronan remembering] Heather: I looked up that medication online. It's not for your wrist, is it? You're really sick, aren't you? Ronan: You're gonna keep your damn mouth shut. Heather, if you tell anyone about this, so help me... this never happened. [SCENE_BREAK] Paul: She invited us to get a, uh, bite to eat. What do you say? You're invited, too. Nina: Um, why don't you go ahead? I want to talk to Ronan for a minute. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Put down that phone. Victor: What I'm about to tell you cannot leave this room. Is that clear? Nick: Okay. Victor: Were you aware that Jack Abbott had invested in Adam's hedge fund? Nick: I honestly don't know how he can bring himself to do that. Victor: He can bring himself to do that because... he is partially using my money. Nick: (Sighs) I cannot believe that I'm hearing this. You're supporting Adam, Dad. You're not just supporting him, you're making him rich. Victor: The returns on my investment have been extraordinary. Nick: That is hardly the point. Victor: Do you think there's a better way for Adam to pay us all back? Nick: Us? Don't tell me you're using money from our trusts. Victor: My fiduciary duty is to make sure that the trusts grow. That's what I'm doing, okay? Nick: I have been defending you up and down. This is exactly the kind of thing that Victoria and Abby are suing you over, Dad. I don't care how much money you're making from this. There is nothing, nothing worth ever getting in bed with Adam. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Well, you know, when you saw the ring, and then you guessed that we were engaged, um, Nick and I just decided that, you know, that's not news that we want getting out. We want to be able to tell people ourselves. Adam: Ah. So you, uh, you're still getting remarried. Sharon: Yeah. Yeah, only, um, the kids don't know yet, um, or our parents. Adam: So why aren't you excited about it? Sharon: We are. Adam: You haven't told Noah. Sharon: Yeah, but that's just because we haven't had a chance to tell him yet. I mean, it hasn't really been that long. It's not like we're avoiding telling people. It's just we're waiting for the right time. Adam: Or maybe you're waiting to make sure that this is the right decision. Sharon: No. We're already sure of that. Adam: I mean, it makes perfect sense if you're gonna hold off on telling the family until you make sure that this is something that's not gonna change. Sharon: (Scoffs) No. I mean, Nick and I are in love. I mean, we--we belong together. We always have belonged together, I mean, we have everything. We have a beautiful family. We have-- Adam: Sharon, who are you trying to convince? Me or yourself? [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: I can't wait to go up there. Michael: All right. (Sighs) Mrs. Baldwin, listen to me. Daisy is in jail. Lauren: (Sighs) Michael: Ryder is nowhere near Genoa City. I guarantee you, there is nothing to be afraid of. Lauren: I'm not afraid. Yeah, I was really shook up when I saw Daisy, but... you have been so patient and kind. Michael: Well, I would just like to encourage you to begin... to start getting back to normal. Lauren: And that's what I'm doing. I mean, I love to travel. (Sighs) And you hardly take any time off. Michael: No, wait. No, that's gonna change. I've been meaning to tell you, I let Victor know that I will be spending more time with my family. That's-- that's you, by the way. Lauren: Well, that's fantastic. You see? We're on the same wavelength, wanting to spend more time together. And I think the perfect way to start is going up here. Michael: And you're gonna tell me this has nothing to do with Daisy? Lauren: No. No. I'm not gonna tell you that. Um, but you know, if we stay here for Thanksgiving, we'll be around Kevin who will bring up Daisy and the baby, and then, of course, there's Gloria and Jeff who are just annoying... Michael: (Sighs) Lauren: On a daily basis anyway. We'll just go insane, and add... (Sighs) I am just not ready to break wishbones with Jill. Other bones of hers... Michael: All right. Lauren: Absolutely. Michael: I get it. I get it. I get it. Let's avoid that. Lauren: Uh, let's avoid the whole thing. Come on, Honey. Fen and I want some undivided attention from you. Michael: Actually, it sounds kind of fun. Lauren: You'll think about it? Michael: Yeah, I'll think about it. Lauren: Good. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I'm glad you called. We have some things to talk about. Diane: Mm-hmm, starting with this. I've been informed that someone paid my hotel bill without my knowledge, without my permission. Jack: You dropped it in the elevator yesterday. Diane: I was gonna pay it. There's just been a very small snafu with my payments from my last project. That's all. Jack: You uprooted your life and Kyle's life in order for he and I to spend more time together. I'm very grateful for that. If I can help ease the transition, I want to. Maybe you need a bridge loan to get-- Diane: No. That will not be necessary. Jack: Okay. If it is necessary, I hope you'll tell me. Look, I know you're not working yet. Diane: Well, I would have been if not for a certain article written by a certain vindictive woman. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: Um, okay, so did you pack your bag for Katie's sleepover? Did you remember your toothbrush? No? I didn't think so. You know what, Baby girl? There's gonna be a lot of cake, a lot of sugar. I really want you to bring your toothbrush, okay? Summer: Is Daddy bringing Faith? Phyllis: Um, I don't know. But, uh, you'll see Faith at Thanksgiving. Maybe you could have a lot of sleepovers with Faith in the future. So, um, has Daddy talked to you about anything important lately? Summer: He said we can ride horses at Thanksgiving. Phyllis: Oh, great. That'll be fun. Did he talk to you about anything else? No? Summer: Is there a surprise? Phyllis: Um, I don't know. I think--not-- not a present sort of surprise, but, uh, you know, a different kind of surprise. Yeah. But I-I think that, uh, Daddy should tell you himself. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: (Sighs) Son, you don't honestly think that I would consider rewarding Adam after what he has done, the damage he was done to all of us. Nick: I'm not sure what to think right now. I mean, you made the big speech about us turning the other cheek and going on with our lives which was mind- boggling as it is, but it never occurred to me that you would get to this point. You are literally financing this guy's future. Victor: Yeah, and, um, Adam wouldn't have believed it either, that I poured millions into his fund. That's why I used Jack Abbott as a conduit, because Adam has no problem thinking that Jack Abbott would forego all of his moral principles, if he has any, for the sake of greed. Nick: But really, Jack agreed to team up with you. There's only one reason he would do that. Victor: To bring down Adam. Nick: And I know you don't ruin someone's life by pouring millions of dollars into their hedge fund. Victor: You ruin them by taking all the millions out all at once. [SCENE_BREAK] Adam: Sharon, I understand what it's like to fall into something for old time's sake and try and force something when it's not right. Hell, I'm doin' that right now. Sharon: You left Skye. Adam: Yeah. No, I, um, I went back. Sharon: Why? I-I thought you were so unhappy with her. Adam: Yeah, I was. I just... I had no other option. I mean, if I couldn't have you-- Sharon: Adam, no. Don't, okay? Stop. Adam: Sharon, you're right. You're right. Look, let's take you and I out of the equation. Let's pretend we never happened for a second, okay? This isn't about me. This is about you and-- and--and what's right for you. Now are you sure that that's Nick? Sharon: You know what? You and I shouldn't even be having this conversation. Adam: Sharon, you need to be having it with someone. (Sighs) Listen. I know that... this great marriage has--has--has been the dream ever since you were a teenager. Hell, it's what-- it's what everyone expects. And it's what you want for Faith. But let's-- let's think about this for a second. I mean, let's-- let's really think about this. We're talking about a man-- a man who abandoned you at the lowest point in your life. I mean, he left you, and he went to Phyllis. Time and time again, this man has chosen Phyllis. Sharon: Adam, I'm not getting into this with you. Adam: That's right. You need to do this all on your own. I can't come in and save you. That's Nick's M.O. and look, speakin' of his M.O., we're supposed to --to-- to believe that this guy who's--who's abandoned you and abused you and deceived you over years and years just suddenly... (Snaps fingers) Has this new profound respect for you out of the blue, Sharon? Or is it that it's his M.O.? And he sees you as this helpless defective, and he has to come in, swoop in and save the day? And worse still, Sharon, do you see yourself as that kind of person when you're with him? Sharon: Stop, okay? Stop. Adam: Listen, I know that I'm making you angry. I understand that. It is a risk that I have to take. It's a chance worth taking, because I care about you. I care about you more than I care about myself, and I know that that can't even possibly make sense, but it's true. Now can Nick say that? Honestly, can he say that? If marrying Nick truly makes you happy, truly, by all means, do it. Do it. I'm just saying be sure. Sharon: You know what it sounds like? You should be examining your own choices, because you--you're getting back together with Skye who's just blatantly using you, and don't take that as some kind of concern on my part, because you know what? I don't care what you do. I just think you should stay out of my business. (Sighs) Adam: That's beautiful. Sharon: I'm taking that back. Adam: Happy Thanksgiving. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: So what you and Jack are planning is an ambush? Like up at the cabin? Victor: No, nothing like that. We're not involving anyone in the family. Nick: No, just our money. Victor: I'm shorting the stock in Adam's fund while at the same time withdrawing my position. Nick: I really don't like this. It's awfully risky. Victor: Son, I've been risky with my money long before you were born. It worked out pretty damn well, didn't it? Nick: You've never had someone like Vance Abrams looking over your shoulder. Victor: Hmm. Nick: You can't trust him. You can't trust Jack, and you sure as hell can't trust Adam. Victor: But you can trust me. (Knock on door) Victor: Come in. Michael: Hey-- oh, Nick, uh, shall I leave? Nick: No. I'm leaving. Victor: We'll discuss this a little more some other time. Nick: Okay. Victor: (Sighs) Michael: Problem? Victor: No, not really. Have you, um, given some thought to my suggestion? [SCENE_BREAK] Paul: So how's the, uh, job hunting going? Heather: Oh, uh, I've, uh, I've sent out a couple résumés. I haven't heard anything back yet. Paul: Well, not much hiring gets done during the holidays, you know? Heather: Yeah. Yeah, that's true. And, listen, I don't-- I don't have my killer instinct right now anyway. I'm sure I'd flunk the interviews. I should, um, I should do some pro bono work for a while, try to get my mojo back. Paul: You know, Katherine is involved in a lot of charities. Maybe, uh, she has some suggestions. Heather: Yeah. Yeah, I'm gonna talk to her about that. Paul: Oh, Thanksgiving. Nina invited us. That would be a perfect opportunity. Heather: Sure. Okay. Good. It's--it's nice, you and Nina staying close. Paul: Yeah, well, she needs her friends right now, you know? Heather: Mm-hmm. So who else did she invite to Thanksgiving? Paul: Uh, just Ronan. He turned her down. It's too bad, too, because, uh, that would have meant a lot to her. Who knows? Maybe he'll change his mind. Heather: Yeah, I hope so. I-I mean, for--for Nina's sake. [SCENE_BREAK] Ronan: Thanks for the coffee. I'd better--better get goin'. It's that time. Nina: No, wait, please. Ronan: (Sighs) Nina: Um... I'm sorry. I just... I don't get it. I mean, it's not like I'm asking you for a lot. To spend Thanksgiving in a mansion with fabulous food instead of sitting at your desk downing what? A-a turkey sub? Ronan: I'm just, um, I'm not big on the holidays, really. Nina: Well, then you're doing them wrong. And we can fix that. Look, it's-- it's just gonna be a tough day for me. You know, missing Chance. I don't know where he is. I can't talk about it. Ronan: Shh. Nina: This is the first Thanksgiving since you've been born that I can see you. You know, I don't have to worry about some awful thing that's happened to you. And it's just wrong not to have you here on a day that is all about giving thanks when you are everything that I'm thankful for. Ronan: I can't. I can't. Thank you. I'm sorry. Nina: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Oh, hey, uh, comin' or goin'? Paul: I'm goin'. How's Lauren? Michael: Oh, uh, about the same. Paul: I'll give her a call. Michael: That would be nice. Thank you. Paul: See ya. Heather: Bye. Michael: So, um... how are things with you? Heather: Oh, um, I'm heading into the holiday season grieving and unemployed, so terrific. Michael: Have you thought about what you'd like to do next career-wise? Heather: Well, so far, all of the places that I'm interested in don't seem to be terribly interested in me, so... Michael: Well, I'm glad you haven't committed to working anywhere else, because I would like you to consider coming to work for me. [SCENE_BREAK] Diane: It'll be Kyle's second Thanksgiving this year. I don't know if you know this, but they celebrate Thanksgiving in October in Canada. Jack: Well, since you two have already had one together, maybe you'll be okay with him spending the American version with his dad. Diane: Oh, well, I would be okay with that ordinarily, but, uh, we are still dealing with the repercussions from the article that Phyllis wrote. Jack: We agreed you were not gonna use that to keep Kyle away from me. Diane: We still have to keep in mind what he's going through. And while he's very unhappy with me right now, he's also feeling very protective. And I know that it's the last thing he would want for me to be sitting somewhere alone in some hotel room on a holiday. Now under normal circumstances, I would tell him that I'm swamped with work. Jack: Diane-- Diane: But since I don't have a job, as we both know, that won't work, right? Jack: Diane. Diane: Hmm? Jack: You're welcome to join us. Diane: Oh. Okay. Well, I'd love to. (Chuckles) Now that solves all our problems, doesn't it? Jack: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: That is one terrified turkey. He knows what's comin' to him. (Laughs evilly) But we're gonna keep him safe, all right? All right, so, yep. You're gonna need your bag. Phyllis: Yeah. What about the birthday present? Is it upstairs? Ooh, go get it. Go get it. So... when are you going to tell our daughter that you're getting married to Sharon? Nick: We have, uh, decided to tell the family at Thanksgiving. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: I'm really sorry to just show up like this. Um, and--and I'm embarrassed. But I, uh, I was at Fenmore's earlier, and this just, um, it was in with the things that I was buying. Lauren: Oh. Sharon: Yeah, I-I didn't notice it until after I left and I checked the receipt. It wasn't on there. (Stammers) I wasn't charged for it. Lauren: You know, mistakes happen, Sharon. Sharon: I just felt so terrible about what you might think. Lauren: (Sighs) You know, there's no harm done. You okay? Sharon: I can't really be sure that this is an accident. I-I really don't know how that got in my purse. Lauren: (Sighs) You know, it's entirely possible that this whole thing was just a mistake. Sharon: Thank you. I don't know. I just can't be sure. I mean, I just... I get so overwhelmed sometimes. Lauren: Oh, well, that happens to the best of us. Believe me. Sharon: (Sighs) Things are just moving so fast in my life. Lauren: I know. And you can either make yourself crazy trying to keep up, or you can take a break and step back, you know? Actually, Michael and I are gonna take a little-- little trip, a little escape. Of course, if I can convince him. The man survives on... (Chuckles) On pressure. But I do remember a time when he was in crisis, and he went back to New Orleans, just, you know, back to his roots. (Stammers) Not that you're in crisis. (Sighs) You know, sometimes it's just good for your soul to step back and get perspective. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: I would start you off with a 2-year contract. Assuming that goes well, after that, I'd make you a partner. Heather: You're serious? Michael: And you are... interested? Not interested? Heather: (Chuckles) Oh, um... shocked mostly. Uh, I mean, I never imagined... you do a lot of work with Victor, and I-I don't think he's gonna be too happy about this. Michael: Not an issue. Heather: So you've already discussed this with him? Michael: Of course. So what do you say? Heather: I... (Sighs) Yes. (Chuckles) Thank you. Michael: All right. We'll work out the details after the holiday, but consider yourself hired from this point on. Happy Thanksgiving. Heather: Same to you. Michael: (Sighs) Heather: Oh. Ronan: (Speaking indistinctly) Heather: So I, um, I hear you turned Nina's invitation down for Thanksgiving. Ronan: Yes, I did. Heather: Change your mind. Ronan: Change my mind? Heather: Mm-hmm. Ronan: I'm working that night. Heather: No, you make your own schedule. You don't have to go in. Ronan: (Sighs) Heather: Come on. H-how can you do this to her? It's amazing that she's willing to open her heart up to you after you killed Chance... Ronan: Mm. Heather: And you're just gonna leave her in the lurch? Ronan: It's... it's really better for her not to get too attached, okay? Heather: Oh, please. Come on. You're not lookin' out for her. The only person you're protecting is yourself. [SCENE_BREAK] Paul: So you can count Heather in for Thanksgiving. Nina: Oh, good. Good. I was--I was hoping it might be my opportunity to nudge things along between her and Ronan, but... Paul: Well, you couldn't convince him to come, huh? Nina: No. (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: What is this? Jack: This is pumpkin pie and champagne and... Phyllis: (Chuckles) Am I missing something? Jack: You're missing Thanksgiving dinner at my place. Kyle is gonna be there. But I would love to, uh, stop by here afterward and maybe have some late-night dessert. Phyllis: Oh, really? Huh, that's odd, because we're on a break, and it was your idea. Jack: It was my idea? Phyllis: Yeah. Jack: I haven't followed through very well, have I? Phyllis: No, no, because every time I turn around, there you are. Jack: So what do you say we call off the break? Phyllis: (Chuckles) What break? Is this for the pie? Jack: Maybe. Phyllis: (Giggles) [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: (Sighs) Adam: Scotch, neat. Adam: Classy move bringin' Justin by to see me. Victor: I would never have put him through that had I known that you were there. Adam: You know, it's fascinating. This little boy, a stranger's son, stirs up all these protective, paternal emotions in you. For your real son, you got nothin'. Victor: Want me to feel sorry for you after what you have done to my entire family rather than feel sorry for that innocent boy who has lost his father because of you? I should say "Go to hell," but I think you're already halfway there, Son. [SCENE_BREAK] Phyllis: Oh, you know what I feel like? Jack: What? Phyllis: A chili cheese dog. A chili cheese dog smothered with... chili cheese fries. (Laughs) No, onion rings. That's what I want. Yeah, that's what I want. Being with you makes me want to do very bad things. Jack: Lucky me. Phyllis: (Chuckles) Phyllis: (Giggles) Jack: Diane. Diane: Jack. I just--I-I saw you, and I wanted to ask you a question about Thanksgiving. Phyllis: I'm not gonna be there. Diane: Uh, no. No, I know. I was just wondering if you'd like me to bring anything. Phyllis: A pie. He needs pie. I think he's short one. Diane: Well... I'm gonna go pick up our son from hockey practice. I'll see you soon. Phyllis: Great to see you. So good to see you. "Our son." (Clears throat) Hmm. You said Kyle was coming for Thanksgiving. Jack: It was all or nothing. I had to invite her. Phyllis: Eh. Jack: I knew you wouldn't be happy, so I... Phyllis: (Chuckles) You know, I'm--I'm unhappy because you felt like you couldn't tell me. Jack: I'll make it up to you. Phyllis: Better be really, really good. Jack: (Whispering) Oh, it will be. Promise. [SCENE_BREAK] Nina: I guess it was short notice. Maybe if I ask him now, he can put in time for Christmas. Paul: (Chuckles) Nina: What? Paul: So Ronan's about to find out what the rest of us already know. Nina: What? Paul: You never give up. Nina: (Laughs) He'll be glad of it someday. Paul: Yeah, I'm sure. Nina: I guess there'll be other Thanksgivings. We've got plenty of time to get to know one another. [SCENE_BREAK] Ronan: My mother, not your mother. Heather: But I think she deserves a lot better than what you're giving her. Ronan: (Scoffs) Heather: But, hey, you're right. You're right. It's not my decision, and I can't force you to go. Ronan: Yeah, that's right. Right there. You're right. It's not your decision. Heather: Of course, if you're not there, I mean, chances are, we'll probably end up talkin' about you a lot. I mean, you know how it is-- holiday dinners, the wine, the conversation gets flowing, and things just sort of, uh, slip out. (Sighs) You get it? Ronan: Mm. Heather: If you're not there to stop me, it's very likely I'll end up telling Nina that you're sick. Ronan: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: All right. The car is warm, and the tank is full. Lauren: You know, Sharon just stopped by to talk. Or, well... confess. Michael: Confess to what? Lauren: She took this from the boutique and didn't pay for it. I mean, I-I-- I guess it could be a mistake, right? Michael: You think she's slipping back into old habits? Lauren: She didn't seem herself. In fact, I'm really worried about her. Michael: Okay, the good news is if Sharon or anyone remotely related to her needs legal representation while we're gone, there's someone on call. Lauren: Excuse me? Michael: I hired Heather. Lauren: W-- Michael: Mm. Victor's idea. And shh. Nobody's supposed to know. Lauren: That's right. That is right. No one can find out that "The Grinch" actually has a heart. Michael: Or that it grew three sizes. Lauren: All right, well, we better get outta here. We better get outta here before it shrinks back. Come on. Michael: No, no, no, no. Listen to me. Nothing about this vacation is going to be hurried. Lauren: Oh. Michael: Yeah. Lauren: I like that. Michael: Mm. Good. Lauren: (Chuckles) [SCENE_BREAK] Adam: I don't give a damn what you think about me. Victor: Is that so? Adam: There's nothing you can say or do that would hurt me. Victor: (Chuckles) Good. Then you've got me. You win. (Slams glass on bar) You have a nice life. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: Did you, uh, find what you were looking for? Sharon: What? Nick: At the bookstore? You went Christmas shopping. Sharon: Oh. (Stammers) Yeah. No. Nothing there was--was right. Nick: All right, well, we'll just take it one holiday at a time. Summer's in the spirit, though. Look at that nice turkey she made. Sharon: Oh, that's cute. Nick: I told Phyllis that, uh, we were gonna tell Summer and the rest of the family at Thanksgiving that we were going to get married. Sharon: How'd she take it? Nick: Honestly, just kind of resigned. I mean, I think she's ready for this to all be behind her. Sharon: Yeah. Everyone's been expecting this for a while. Nick: I know. We think we're gonna be making this huge announcement, and I'm sure everyone's just gonna want to know where the gravy is. Sharon: Nick, I don't want to be here for Thanksgiving. Nick: What? Sharon: I... I want to go away. Nick: Okay. Then let's go away. I mean, we'll go on vacation. I-I'm sure Summer would love to go somewhere with Faith. It'll be a lot of fun. Sharon: No, you don't understand. I want to go away by myself. [NEXT_ON] Nick: Sharon, are you sorry that you accepted my proposal? Skye: You don't get to walk away, not from me! Jack: What the hell is going on? Why would you do this?