Adam walks into the coffeehouse and asks Dylan about Chelsea and the baby. Adam makes a remark wondering if preemies be getting out of the hospital so early. Anita visits Chelsea and the baby in the hospital. Anita cautions her to be on her toes or things could come crashing down around her. Victoria visits Nick and complains about how hot it is. She asks Nick for some water with extra ice. Nikki visits Jack to see how he is doing and how Summer is doing. Nikki cautions Jack about his addiction and offers him her help. Victor finds Sharon in his office and wants to know what she is doing there. Sharon lets him know that Adam asked her to be a character witness for him. Victor thinks that Adam doesn't need her since he has his family. Jack tells Nikki about the argument that he had with Victor concerning Summer. Billy walks in and tells Nikki and Jack that Victor issued a statement to a reporter concerning Adam and the rape charge. Billy tells Nikki that he wants Victoria back at Newman Enterprises, as well as back in his life. Nick tells Victoria that Summer needs Jack right now. Victoria tells Nick that Billy tried to strong arm Victor into giving her her job back at Newman. Victor and Sharon still argue over Adam and how he has his family to stand behind him. Dylan assures Adam that Chelsea and the baby are fine. Chelsea asks Anita what is she so concerned. She also tells Anita that she will never be the mother that Connor deserves. Nick and Victoria discuss Adam and the rape charge. Victoria lets Nick know about the recording that Billy made of Adam offering Melanie a pay off to keep quiet. Victoria assures Nick that Billy loves her and Johnny. Anita tells Chelsea that she tried to do the right thing by her. Chelsea tells Anita that she was stupid in thinking that Adam really loved her. Chelsea reminds Anita that she would throw her under a bus if it meant that she would get a heads up. Chelsea orders Anita to get out. Sharon reminds Victor of all the women that he wronged. Adam interrupts them. Adam confronts Sharon that he didn't know that she would say "Yes." Sharon tells him that she hasn't. Sharon refuses to help Adam by being his character witness. Jack advises Billy to make things right with Victoria. Victoria visits Chelsea and congratulates her on the baby. Victoria assures her she will tell no one that Adam is the father. Dylan finds Anita crying in the corridor. Anita lets him know that Chelsea probably won't tell him but she will. Dylan comes in and asks Chelsea if it is true what Anita told him. Sharon visits Nick. He notices that she isn't limping on her ankle. She assures him that it is better. Sharon lets him know that she told Adam that she couldn't be his character witness. Victor advises Adam to go out of town. Dylan assures Chelsea that everything is just perfect for them. When Victoria visits Billy at On the Boulevard, he asks her to do him a favor. Nikki confronts Victor over his argument with Jack. Adam informs Jack that Chelsea had the baby.
Dylan: [Sighs] Adam: Chloe told me Chelsea had the baby. How's she doing? Dylan: Uh, mother and son are doing great. Adam: A boy? That's great. Dylan: Yeah, it's a boy. His name is Connor, in honor of his grandfather. Get to bring my family home tomorrow, so, uh, a lot to do before then. Adam: Tomorrow, huh? I thought the baby was premature. How's he gonna be going home so soon? [SCENE_BREAK] Chelsea: Hi, sweet Connor. Mommy loves you. Yes, I do. Anita: Oh, Lord! Let me see my grandson! Why didn't someone call me when you were going into labor? Chelsea: Connor, meet Grandma! Anita: [Gasps] Look at him! He is perfect. Chelsea: I know. Anita: Just perfect! Oh, Honey! Little man, we are gonna have so many good times! You just wait! Chelsea: [Chuckles] Anita: You know what? He's a sturdy one. Got some heft on him. Dylan say anything about that? Chelsea: Uh, no, M-mom. I-I told Dylan I was a big baby, and it turns out he was, too. Anita: But you weren't. You were just the tiniest, little -- Chelsea: Mom. Anita: Yes. Yes, you were a chubby, little monster. Chelsea: Thank you. Anita: Okay. Because, you know, you have got to stay on your toes, Chelsea. You hear me? As many lies as you've got going, if you tripped up with Dylan or -- or Adam, this could all be over in a heartbeat -- just crashed down! [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Hi. Nick: Hey. Victoria: [Sighs] Nick, it's hot and humid and sticky! Ugh! Nick: It's called August! It's what happens. Victoria: Do you think that maybe you could dip into your millions of dollars and spring for an air conditioner? Nick: It's not that bad. Come on. Victoria: You have a fan, at least? Nick: I got a couple upstairs, but Faith is sleeping right now. How about a cold glass of ice water? Victoria: Please? Could you? Thank you! Extra ice! Nick: Okay. Victoria: So, I got your message -- something about needing reinforcements? Nick: I need your help getting Dad to back off of Jack. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: How is Phyllis? Jack: Nothing new to report. Nikki: [Sighs] She's so strong. Jack: Well, she just needs some time. And I plan my visits, and I have faith that the doctors can work their magic. Nikki: It shouldn't be like this. Summer needs the both of you, and you need them! Jack: No, I can't be a priority right now. Nikki: But everything you're going through -- have you talked to your sponsor? Because now is just the time that a slip could happen! Jack: Oh, boy, you're right about that. Nikki: Jack, no. Don't tell me that. Jack: No, no, no. I-I came close. But I reminded myself that Summer needs me more than I need the pills. Besides, Phyllis would hand me my head if I fell off the wagon now, after everything she did to help me get clean. Nikki: How is Summer? My heart goes out to her. Jack: Oh, she's trying to be brave for her mom. But she let her guard down a little bit. She cried to me. Nikki: Well, that's great! She's letting you in! Jack: Well, the door's not open completely, but I guess there's hope. Nikki: You've lost so many moments. I want you to have everything that you deserve. If you or Summer need anything, please tell me! Jack: You're amazing. You know that? Heck, even Nick is doing his best to help us get through this. It seems everybody is rallying to the cause -- everybody except your husband, of course. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: What are you doing here? Sharon: Oh, I was told I could wait here. They even gave me a glass of water. Got to stay hydrated on nights like tonight. Victor: You better leave now. Otherwise, I'll have security escort you out. Sharon: You should check with your partner, Adam, first. He asked me to be a character witness for him regarding those awful rape charges. It would be for his sake as well as for Newman. So, are you sure you want to have me thrown out? Victor: You're damn right I do. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: The Mustache is doing what he always does -- he's marking his territory, insisting I am nothing to Summer. Of course, Summer overheard this, and Nick saw her take off. Nikki: We told him holding Summer close would just chase her away, and it did! I mean, couldn't he just once listen to me?! Billy: Oh, hey, Nikki! Good to see you. Nikki: Hey, Billy. Billy: [Clears throat] Guess you should hear this. Victor issued a statement to the press. He's behind Adam all the way. Every confidence. It's all Newman, Newman, Newman! Rah, rah, rah! Nikki: Well... Adam is his son, and he is the co-owner of the company. Billy: But this was his opportunity to get him out of Newman and put Victoria back in her rightful place. This is a missed opportunity. It's a huge -- Jack: Victor stood behind Adam. For once, I actually agree with him. Billy: I'm sorry? Jack: We all know Adam is capable of many things. Rape isn't one of them. He shouldn't be punished for something he didn't do! Billy: You know, that's exactly what I thought you were gonna say... except for I didn't think you were gonna say that at all. What are you talking about?! Nikki: Billy, I understand your frustration -- you want Victoria to have her rightful place. But if you are trying to save your marriage, then Newman Enterprise drama is not going to help. Billy: Yeah. No, you're right about that. I know. And I have to think of something else, because I want her back more than anything in the world. I want my wife back. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Of course Dad couldn't leave it alone. I'm so sorry. You know, it's not like Summer doesn't know how Dad feels about Jack. It's really good of you, trying to help Jack and Summer find their way in this. Nick: Oh, yeah. It's real good of me, after all these years. Look -- I want to think that my bond with Summer can survive this, but if it doesn't -- Victoria: Oh, Nick, come on! Of course it will! Nick: I'm just saying if it doesn't, then Summer's really gonna need Jack, so Dad has to back off. Victoria: I'm surprised that you think I can help you in this. The only words Dad wants to hear out of me is, "I'm done with Billy forever." [Sighs] Nick: Dad's always hated Billy -- what's new? Victoria: You don't want to know, and I mean that, okay? I'll fill you in when things settle down for you. Nick: There's always gonna be a new crisis. Just tell me now. What happened? Victoria: Billy tried to capitalize on this mess with Adam and strong-arm dad into putting me back in charge at Newman. Nick: Billy tried to strong-arm Dad? Victoria: Yeah. That went well. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: A woman who burns down homes is not a character witness my son needs. Sharon: No one knows Adam like I do -- the good, the bad, and the very, very ugly. I know that he's not a rapist, and I can say that with complete confidence. I'm actually very flattered that he trusts me so deeply with his freedom. Victor: Adam has his family. That's all he needs. Sharon: Will his supportive family visit him when he goes to prison? Victor: You honestly think I'm gonna let that happen? Sharon: This time, Victor, it might be out of your control. Victor: Because of a vindictive woman who's trying to cause trouble? I've dealt with that before, many times. [SCENE_BREAK] Dylan: Yeah, he was early. But he's healthy. He's strong. Little bit of me, little bit of Chelsea. We were, uh, both big babies. [Chuckles] Adam: Chelsea never mentioned that. Dylan: Maybe she did, but you were too busy to listen. Adam: Chelsea must be relieved the baby's so healthy. Dylan: Yeah! You know, they talk about new moms glowing. Yeah, she's more than that. Look, I-I know what you and Chelsea went through, being pregnant. Chelsea and the baby are perfect. Nothing you need to worry about. Adam: Your family. You've made that very clear. Dylan: Have I? Because this whole idea with you wanting Chelsea to be a character witness -- it's not gonna happen. Are we clear on that? Adam: This was just a specific situation where Chelsea's insight would've been helpful. Dylan: I know, but, Adam, a few months ago, you harassed her into an emergency-room visit when she was pregnant. Is that the kind of insight that you're looking for? Your mess isn't her problem, especially if it takes her away from concentrating on our son! Adam: Momentary lapse in judgment, approaching Chelsea on that issue. Dylan: Good. Adam: I have other options. Dylan: That's great. Now, if you'll excuse me, I got some things to do, and a wife and son to get to. [SCENE_BREAK] Chelsea: What are you so worried about, Mom? I learned how to lie from the best! I mean, you kept that secret about my father for ages! Anita: And you were plenty ticked off about it, weren't you? You've got a lot to lose, Chelsea! Chelsea: Don't you think I know that?! God! Why can't you just come in here, tell me how gorgeous this baby is, and offer to help me? You can't just let me enjoy this for one moment! Anita: Oh, Honey, you're right. I'm sorry. I know you've got a little life counting on you. Chelsea: Counting on me, looking up to me, needing me to put him first. Connor will have the perfect childhood. Anita: The one that I didn't give you? Chelsea: There was always another con... another scam... another man to use, apartments we had to ditch because rent was gonna be due soon. I mean, you didn't care enough about me to just get a regular job! You couldn't just be a decent mother and a decent human being! I love this baby so much, but I don't know how to be a good mom, because I never saw a good mom up close! Anita: [Exhales] Chelsea: I am never going to be the kind of mother that Connor deserves. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: What did you do this time regarding Victoria and your marriage? Billy: I really like the "This time" in your sentence. Jack: Billy, when -- when Nikki said "No more Newman drama," you looked like you were gonna slink off with your tail between your legs. Billy: I'm sorry. You're right. I'm sorry. Jack, I made a little miscalculation. Jack: Oh, Billy. Billy: I -- look, man! I'm trying to save my marriage, here, okay? I'm going to Gamblers Anonymous. I-I'm doing everything that I possibly can. I've even recreated a bookcase from Victoria's cherished Newman childhood. Don't ask about it, okay? Look, I-I -- I'm being polite and funny, but I'm not being too funny, because you know what? That comes off as glib. And I'm being sincere, but I'm not being too sincere, because, apparently, that comes off as being phony. And she's -- she's going for it. Like, she's right there. She's with me. And then I -- suddenly, it's not working. Jack: Where was your miscalculation? Billy: [Sighs] In the grand plan that I had to win her back for good. Jack: It went ka-boom. Billy: It went ka-boom, Brother, all in my face. And forgive me -- I don't want to really recant the details of that disastrous moment. I just don't want -- Jack: I only want one detail. Was it enough to push Victoria away forever, or can you win her back? [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: And he was like, "Ta-da! I tried to get you back into Newman by making Adam look guilty." Adam tried to pay off the woman making the charges. Billy had nothing to do with the rape charges, but he had no problem using it to his advantage. Nick: With you as the excuse? Victoria: Listen. I would love to see Adam out of Newman, and I would love to see him suffer. I mean, not like this -- not lying about serious charges, not hurting the cause of women who've actually been assaulted. Nick: [Sighs] Yeah, I agree with you. It's a -- it's a dumb move, you know? But...it comes from a desperate man. Vick, he loves you, and he doesn't want to lose you. And if lying's the way to keep you, then... Victoria: [Sighs] You know we're talking about Billy -- we're not talking about you and Summer, right? You know that? Nick: I'm just saying that Billy would do anything to get another chance with you. I mean, haven't you ever lied or cheated or stole for the sake of a relationship? Is it so bad to have someone in your life that you're willing to break the rules for? Victoria: He loves me. He loves Johnny. He wants to come home. Nick: I know. And...? Victoria: We were with the baby the other day, and... Johnny said "Dada," clear as day. [Both chuckle] Nick: That is a big moment. I remember every one of those with all my kids. Victoria: I didn't let him see it, but it really melted my heart. [Sighs] And then he pulls a stunt like this. I mean, seriously, Nick. Every time I think that Billy isn't gonna screw up again, he does! Nick: So what are you gonna do? You gonna give him another chance to get it right? [SCENE_BREAK] Anita: You don't think I wanted to do right by you when you were a baby? Chelsea: It never felt that way to me. Connor needs to know that he is my whole world. He and Dylan both need to know that. Anita: You have Dylan. I was on my own, doing everything I could to make a life for you and me. You're gonna be fine. Chelsea: Because I'm not broke and picking pockets? I was supposed to be fine with Adam -- remember that? -- Until he left me alone in that stupid house so he could go protect Sharon and make deals at Newman. I let myself think that loving him was enough. I let myself think that he loved me enough to choose me over everything else! I was stupid! I gave him a choice! With Dylan, it is gonna be different. I am going to love him so much -- I am going to be the best mother and the best wife, so that he would never even think about leaving. I will fight for this family. Anita: Sweetheart, why all the fighting? Who are you gonna fight? He loves you and that baby! Chelsea: You just said yourself I will lose him if I tell him the truth! Well, listen, Mother. This is the only truth that matters. I am going to grow old and grow gray with Dylan McAvoy. We are gonna have more kids, and grandkids. We are going to watch them... walk and run and grow old. And no one will ever remember that Connor was big for a preemie. Anita: And I'm gonna be cheering you on. Chelsea: No, you're not... because you won't be there. You would just be waiting for me to fail. You would, Mom. You would be talking all about lies, saying my entire family is a con. You would throw me under the bus if it meant getting a leg up for yourself. I'm not you. I am Chelsea McAvoy. My husband is a veteran. I run my own fashion line. My son -- my son could be president one day. He can be anything that he wants to be. My past will not touch him or this family. Anything I did before today doesn't exist, so do you understand what that means? That means that you can't be here with us. Anita: [Sighs] Chelsea: You have to get out. Now. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Do you ever wonder why you encounter so many vindictive women? Victor: [Chuckles] I don't give it a moment's thought. Sharon: It's because they want vindication, meaning you have wronged them first. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Victor: But, you see, I haven't scorned anyone, so what are you talking about? It's not about me. Sharon: Isn't it? Because, from my experience, it's somehow always about you. Adam: Sharon. Dad, I hope you've been cordial to her -- at least civil. I asked her a favor. Victor: Yeah, so I gather. She's here to help you with the rape charges. Adam: I wasn't sure you'd say yes. Sharon: I haven't. I don't believe for a second that you raped that woman. Adam: I appreciate that. Sharon: But I won't be your character witness. Adam: Dad, what'd you say to her? Victor: You think I changed her mind? Adam: I don't think she came here to say no. Victor: No, she didn't. She came here to watch your reaction when she said it. This is all about vindication, isn't it, Sharon? You're playing a game. Sharon: You mean like the time when Adam asked me to marry him in prison, and then he left me at the altar? No, it's not exactly like that. I don't mean to hurt you, Adam. Adam: Let's go talk about this in private. Sharon: Private. Get me alone... so you can be earnest and emotional, ask me to save you, tell me how strong I am and how I make you strong, too? That's not gonna change my mind. The chaos you bring -- I don't need it. I have more important things to do with my life right now. Adam: You could watch me go to jail even though you know I'm innocent? Sharon: Oh, you excel at self-preservation. And with Victor on your side, you can't lose! [SCENE_BREAK] Billy: Look. I was... [Chuckles] ...Rotting in a Myanmar jail cell, and I didn't give up on me and Vick. You think I'm going to now? And yeah, y-yeah, yeah. Look, she ripped me a new one over this new scheme, and I don't blame her. And she said no more schemes, no more lies. But you know what? She didn't say divorce. Jack: Then run to her and fix this. Don't let another second go by. Too much can happen in that time! Billy: I am a spoiled, little man, aren't I? I'm sorry, Jack. You really are missing Phyllis, aren't you? Jack: Like I missed my legs when I was in a wheelchair. Billy: I'm sorry. You know, I learn a lot from you. I am not going to take another second that I have with Victoria for granted ever again. Jack: You got a new plan in the works? Billy: I do. I have a new plan. I have a new plan. It's a legit plan! It's a legit plan for her to realize that she should take me back. And I hope to God that it works, because if it doesn't, man... [Chuckles] ...I really don't think anything else will. [SCENE_BREAK] Chelsea: [Sighs] Victoria: Hi. Are you okay? Is it the baby? Chelsea: No, he's -- he's perfect. What are you doing here? Victoria: Um, I got a text from Dylan saying that he couldn't work at the house today because you'd had the baby. Chelsea: And you thought you'd find him here -- blow my life apart by telling him the truth about Adam? Victoria: No. No, I-I just wanted to say congratulations. And I promise that I won't say a word about Adam being the father. Please know that. [SCENE_BREAK] Anita: [Crying] Dylan: Hey. Anita. Did you get to see the little man? Anita: Oh! He's adorable. Dylan: But those aren't happy tears? Anita: Chelsea and I had a talk. Some ugly truths came out, and, uh... [Sniffles] [Sighs] ...She probably won't tell you, so...I will. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Connor. It's a good name. I like it. Chelsea: For Dylan's father. Victoria: Listen. I'm really sorry that I threatened to tell Adam about the baby. I mean... I really don't have an excuse, okay? It was just stupid and irrational. I'm really ashamed of myself. Chelsea: I know the feeling. What changed your mind? Victoria: [Chuckles] Johnny called Billy "Dada." Chelsea: Really? [Both chuckle] Chelsea: That fantastic. Victoria: You're happy for us. You could be resentful for us having Johnny, but you're not. Chelsea: He's your son, Victoria. Victoria: Well, he's a gift. He really is a gift, and he came through you. [Exhales] And this baby is amazing. He's -- he's amazing, and he deserves to have two parents that love him and make him the center of the universe, you know? Chelsea: His dad and I couldn't agree more. Because Dylan is his father. Victoria: Yeah! Chelsea: Now and always. Victoria: Of course! Hey! Dylan: Hey. Victoria: Uh, congratulations. Your baby's beautiful. Dylan: Thank you. Victoria: All right. Take care, both of you. Chelsea: Bye. Dylan: I just, uh -- I just talked to your mom. Is what she said true? [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Hi! Am I too late? Is she already asleep? Nick: No, you can go up there and give her a kiss! Sharon: Okay. Nick: Looking good! Sharon: Excuse me? Nick: Yeah, your ankle! You're not limping at all! Sharon: Oh! Yeah. Yeah, that's -- that's much better. The ice helped. Thank you. Nick: Yeah. Is that why you got a spring in your step? Sharon: Actually, I just came from a meeting with Adam, and I told him I would not be his character witness. That was the right choice, so thank you for helping me see that. Nick: You don't owe him a thing. That psycho has gotten himself out of a million jams. Just let him get out of this one, too. Sharon: It felt good for me to tell him no. Nick: I bet. Must be nice, seeing him be the one who's squirming, for once. Watch your step. Sharon: Thank you. Nick: I got all the fans on up there. Let me know if it's too hot for her. Sharon: Oh, I'm sure she'll be okay. She's like me. She likes it a little hot. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Well, it obviously was a mistake to think she would help you. Adam: You know, I went to Sharon, and, uh, Nicholas was there. Apparently, he gave her an earful. You know, one of her strengths and weaknesses is she lives to please, and she's probably going for his approval on this one. Victor: Well, she's very emotional and often irrational. It's hard to think the judge or jury would listen to a word she says. Adam: I don't exactly have the best rep. I need somebody in my corner. Victor: Well, one thing she said -- she thinks you're innocent. We'll just prove it! Adam: Innocent people go to jail every day, Dad. I've burned bridges with half of Genoa City. Victor: Son, then start making allies, all right? I've got to go to Green Bay. Why don't you take my place? Adam: [Chuckling] Yeah. Yeah, that'd be great. I'd get thrown back in jail for bail dodging. Victor: Don't you worry about that. I'll talk to the D.A.'s office, okay? I'll apprise them of your whereabouts. You're not leaving the state. Adam: Out of sight, out of mind, huh? Victor: Visit the manufacturing plant! Shake some hands! Afterward, spend a day or two at the lake! The breeze will do you wonders! Adam: It sounds refreshing, but I'm needed here. Victor: Son, it is time that your face is off the front pages, all right? Let someone else's mug do that. Adam: Don't you think it's gonna look like I'm running? Victor: I'm trying to help you. Adam: Okay. We'll go with your plan. I appreciate you looking out for me. Victor: You bet. All right. Let's see what we've got here. [SCENE_BREAK] Chelsea: What did my mom say? Dylan: Do you really think you're not gonna be a good mom because Anita was a lousy example? Chelsea: [Sighs, chuckles] Uh, I didn't t have what you had growing up, Dylan. I was Anita's sidekick, her partner in crime. Did she call me an ingrate? Dylan: No. No, she copped to being selfish and not much of a mom. But, honestly, I think she's just worried about you. Chelsea: [Scoffs] Yeah. Sure, she is. Yeah. [Sighs] Dylan: You... are gonna be an incredible mom. Of course there's gonna be a learning curve, for both of us. It's not like either one of us has done this before. But we can do this. I know it in my gut. Chelsea: Well, my gut is telling me that I didn't read enough books, and you and I are gonna screw up at least three times a day. Dylan: Probably more than that. But let's just think of all the good things we're gonna do right...like we're gonna love this kid, and we're gonna give him the best life possible. Chelsea: Yeah. This baby -- he already deserves, you know, the -- the sun and the moon and the stars. Dylan: And -- and we're gonna give it to him. The three of us... are gonna have an amazing life. Chelsea: Do you really think so? Dylan: I've never been more sure of anything. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Hi. Billy: Oh, hey. You made it. Victoria: Yeah, I got your voicemail. Um, I was at the hospital. Billy: Everything okay? Victoria: Uh, yeah. Yeah. Chelsea had the baby -- a boy. Connor, after Dylan's father. Billy: I know. Yeah. Dylan texted me. That's great, right? Victoria: Yeah. Billy: Yeah. You know, it was nice of you to go see Chelsea. Victoria: Oh, well, you know, I just felt like I should welcome her baby into the world. So, did you see Dad's press statement about Adam? Billy: Yes, I did! 100% behind the golden boy. Yes, I did. Victoria: Is that why you called me here? Because, actually, I'm really not very interested in getting into the Newman mess. Billy: No, Ma'am. Not on the agenda for this thing from my mind. I called you here because I need a favor. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Wow! Your day's going that well, huh? Adam: My father invited me to mosey on out to Green Bay under the pretense of a manufacturing visit -- do a little R&R out by the lake. Jack: And you get the feeling he's shuffling you off. Adam: He claims it's in my best interests. I would fight him on this, but, uh... lately, it's been clear that my judgment has been impaired. I asked Sharon to, uh... be a character witness for me. Jack: Wow. You are off the mark, aren't you? Adam: Only by a few thousand miles. Then there's Chelsea. She's just a wee bit busy with her new husband and, uh, her baby boy. Jack: They had the baby. Well, good for them. I guess that was a little difficult for you to hear, though. Adam: Universe is having a good joke at my expense, laughing in my face. Jack: It's timing and bad luck, Adam -- that's all. Adam: No. No, no, no. I drove Chelsea away. That one's on me. Chasing after Newman... protecting Sharon -- genius moves on my part. Meanwhile, this Dylan what's-his-name -- he has a baby to carry on his family name. I have to slink off to Green Bay and hope that when I come back, I won't be referred to as the mogul rapist. I could be a very hefty liability to Newman pretty soon. Jack: Didn't Victor just give a loud, public aria to familial solidarity? He's got your back, Adam! Adam: Until he doesn't. He will disown me. That... is a certainty. It's only a matter of how and when. [SCENE_BREAK] Nikki: Victor? I told you not to. I begged you not to turn Summer's trauma into another Newman-Abbott war. Victor: There's no war. Summer's a Newman! Nikki: Nicholas begged you not to upset Summer, uh, with all of your attacks on Jack, but you did it anyway! Why did you do that?! Victor: Summer has been my granddaughter all her life! Jack Abbott's connection to her has been all but five minutes! Nikki: His connection with her started the minute she was conceived! Now, how many times have you driven your children away? Please don't do that with Summer, because you may never see her again. In fact, you might lose Summer and Nicholas forever. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: A favor? Hmm. Billy: I know! The stones on me, right -- asking for a favor after everything I've put you through. Victoria: What do you want? Billy: I just need a couple hours in the house alone. Victoria: What are you gonna do -- are you gonna move your stuff out? Billy: No, I'm not gonna move my stuff out. I'm gonna plan a surprise for my wife. Victoria: Is this anything like your last surprise? Is there blackmail involved? Billy: No, this is a good surprise! You're gonna love the surprise. This is a great surprise. Trust me. Good surprise. [SCENE_BREAK] Chelsea: And look. His fingernails. Dylan: Oh, man. Chelsea: [Chuckles] Oh! Dylan: He looks just like you. Lucky kid. Chelsea: I look at him, and... all I see is you. [Baby sighs] Chelsea: Yeah. Yeah. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Well, look. We never dated, but I would be more than willing to go on the witness stand and testify that these rape charges are garbage. That's not who you are. Adam: You'd do that, huh? Jack: Well, listen. Given our history, I would think my testimony would have significant weight! And I'm not gonna whitewash it. I'm gonna say you're a prickly pear! But you're not capable of this. You're not a monster. Adam: I appreciate that, Jack. Once again, you're willing to have my back when even my own father can't or won't. Kyle and Summer are very lucky to have you as a father. Jack: Thanks. Kyle -- yes. Summer -- well, we'll see if she gets there. Adam: The potential is there for you to make it happen. But the Victor-and- Adam father-and-son ship -- I think that has sailed... and sunk. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Listen. I tried to contact Summer after she left the restaurant! She wouldn't answer my calls! Nikki: Well, she probably thinks you're gonna come up with a long list of reasons why Jack isn't really her father. Victor: Because he isn't! Okay, okay, okay. I won't say anything about that to her, unless...I find out that he turns her against us. Nikki: Listen. There is no reason for Jack to turn Summer against us! And if he and Nicholas can find a middle ground, there's no reason why you can't stand back and let them handle it! Now...dare I ask, how was the rest of your day? Victor: Well... ...Sharon came by. Nikki: Oh, my God. Victor: She was here to gloat about the fact that she is not going to come to Adam's defense against these ridiculous rape charges. Nikki: She is absolutely shameless. Victor: And then she said she had more important things to do. Nikki: You know, I saw Sharon and Nicholas the other day, and it was just like old times! She was fawning all over him, trying to worm her way back into his life, after everything that he's going through now! Victor: Don't you think he's wise to her? Nikki: You would think so. He insists not, though. "She's just a friend." Victor: A lot of people in this family fell for that nonsense. Nikki: Including you. Victor: Don't remind me, all right? The point is, if Nicholas doesn't keep his guard up in regard to Sharon, we need to keep an eye on her! Don't you agree? Nikki: I totally agree. Victor: Okay. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Well, if she is hot, there's no way of telling. She's fast asleep -- didn't even flinch when I kissed her. Oh, my gosh! What's this?! Nick: It's a celebratory toast. We have to cherish these little victories over Adam. Sharon: I can't believe you're doing this! Nick: Well, it was a good day. [Cell phone rings] Nick: Hello? Hey, Avery. What?! Tomorrow night?! That's great! Yeah! Um, yeah! I can't wait! Okay! I love you, too. Sharon: Avery's coming home tomorrow? Nick: Yeah, one day early! Sharon: Mm. That's wonderful. You want me to take Faith? Nick: That'd be great, actually. Thank you. Sharon: No problem. I mean, whatever you need. Avery's homecoming should be a special night. [NEXT_ON] Cane: Storm's gonna hit any minute. Lily: Sounds like it's gonna be a big one. [Thunder crashes] Billy: Honey, just stay with me. Victoria: I just don't know if I can go another round. I really just -- I don't. Avery: I'm not sure where your dad is. I'm getting a little worried.