Jill returns with Josh in her arms after everyone believed that the baby had been snatched; and after Brittany had her dream of the baby being kidnapped. Victoria and Brad shake hands on their new deal. She has come up with the great idea of trading shares with Brad. She will give him Newman shares, dollar for dollar, and take Jabot's shares for her own. Sheila's image in the mirror tells her that she made a terrible mistake telling Scott about who the heroine in the book really is. Lauren offers to deliver Brenda's gift from Scott to her room at the Motor Arms, and takes that opportunity to meet with her unexpectedly. Kevin advises Lauren not to tell Scott the truth about his past, as that would just be dredging things up that he needs to know nothing about.
Scott: I'm sorry, Brenda. I didn't mean to upset you. I'm right, aren't I? This is your story. You were the nurse who had her baby stolen from her. Sheila: I don't normally get so emotional. I'm, uh... (Sniffs) always a bit more composed. Scott: No, you have every right. This woman destroyed your life. Sheila: Thank you... for understanding. Scott: Are you kidding? I don't even know this person, and I totally hate her guts. [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: (Thinking) oh, Scotty, where do I begin? How do I possibly describe the horrible crimes that Sheila has committed? Kevin: Hey, Lauren. Oh! Whoa. Hey. Sorry. I didn't mean to startle you. Lauren: Oh. Hey. Kevin: Whoa, whoa. What's wrong? You look like you've seen a ghost. Lauren: No. It's nothing. Nothing. Kevin: Are you sure? I've never seen you jump like that. Lauren: Yeah. I'm fine. What brings you by? Kevin: I'm looking for a gift for Mac. Lauren: Really? Kevin: Yeah, yeah, yeah, something nice, and you've got such great stuff here. Lauren: Thank you. I try. So I guess that means you guys are getting closer, huh? Kevin: Yeah. Not in the way you think, though. J.T. still has the edge in that department. [SCENE_BREAK] J.T.: Now that's what I call a housewarming. Mac: Don't you mean a "tent warming"? J.T.: That's a good one. Mac: You must be so frustrated with me right now. I feel like I'm sending you all these mixed signals. J.T.: No, I don't mind, as long as they're all like this one. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: So that's where we are. Our production people have assured me that the merchandise will be in stores by the target date. Neil: Wow. You and Brad have made some serious headway. Victoria: Yes, on the production and distribution end. However, we still need to fast-track the marketing plan with our ad agency. Neil: Well, isn't Brad on that? I mean, this is his baby, right? Victoria: I'm not so sure. I'm not at all certain that Brad will be a part of Newman Enterprises for much longer. [SCENE_BREAK] Jill: How interesting to receive your call after our last conversation. Brad: Jill, do you know that a moment apart from you feels like an eternity? Jill: (Chuckles) Brad: Can I buy you a drink? Jill: Am I going to need one? Before I trouble the waiter, why don't you tell me why I'm here so I know whether to order a single or a double. Brad: All right, I'll cut right to the chase. The offer you made me still on the table? Jill: You mean the one that you absolutely, positively had no interest in? Brad: That's the one. Jill: I take it things didn't go so well with Miss Victoria. Brad: Well, let's just say that we're at an impasse, but I'm working on it. Jill: Well, don't bother. She's a Newman. She's not gonna back down. Newmans don't do compromise. They rule. Brad: Let's go with the assumption you're right. Do I have a fall back position with you? Jill: (Sighs) oh, Bradley, that's a lot to ask. I risked my job to make you that offer. Brad: You saying Jack didn't know? Jill: Not at that time. Brad: (Laughs) Mr. Uptight must've hit the roof. Jill: Oh, please. He went right through the roof. Brad: I guess we could say that the offer is off the table. Jill: No, we could not say that. I am putting together my team at Jabot, and I could use you. Brad: What about Jack? Jill: I told Jack that I'm the C.E.O., and I have the power to hire or fire whomever I please. Jack: And I told you there would be no Brad Carlton at Jabot ever again. Now what part of that didn't you understand? [SCENE_BREAK] Brittany: There you go, Joshua. You sleep now. Mommy needs a break. Esther: I thought that you could use a cup of tea. Brittany: Esther, you're a mind reader. Thank you. Esther: I baked some fresh banana bread if you're hungry. Brittany: Oh, no offense, but I think I'm too tired right now to even chew. Esther: Oh, poor thing. You're under so much stress-- taking care of a newborn and worrying about your husband. Brittany: I think about bobby all the time. I hope he's safe. Esther: He's being well-protected, just like you and the baby. Brittany: I'd give anything to hear his voice. Esther: It's so unfair. You're practically newlyweds. Brittany: Our first wedding anniversary is in November. Who knows what'll happen by then, if we'll even be together. Esther: Oh. Ooh. You know, I think Joshua's asleep, so why don't you take a nap? Brittany: What if he needs me? Esther: Oh, I'll keep an ear out. Okay. You lie down. Come on. Brittany: Okay. Esther: And if you need anything, I'll be out in the kitchen, and Mac and J.T. are out back. Brittany: Yeah, what's going on out there? Why is there a tent set up? Esther: It was Mrs. Chancellor's idea. She's playing matchmaker. [SCENE_BREAK] Mac: Ah. J.T.: What's wrong? Mac: I just... I don't know, J.T. I just don't know. J.T.: What is it? Is it you don't like my crib? It's not impressive enough? Mac: I still can't believe you did all this. J.T.: I got a little help from your grandma and Esther. Listen, Mac, I didn't want to leave any more than you wanted me to. Mac: (Sighs) J.T.: All right. What's that look about? Mac: I just--I don't know where all this is going. J.T.: Back to where we were before. Mac: Feels like a lifetime ago. J.T.: Yeah. Yeah. I keep wondering where we'd be right now if I hadn't have felt like I needed to help out bobby and Brittany. Mac: You can't regret that. You were a good friend to them. J.T.: Yeah. Mac: And who knows what would've happened if you hadn't been there? J.T.: But if I knew then what I know now... Mac: J.T., You can't go back. We can only go forward. J.T.: Yeah, which is why I didn't want to leave you here. I didn't want to be away from you. That's why I am prepared to camp out as long as it takes. And you'd be surprised how long I can last. Mac: What about all those cold autumn nights? J.T.: I'll get a heater. Mac: What if it snows? J.T.: Get a shovel. No, I'm here for the long haul. [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: You seem pretty cool about it. Kevin: Mac and me? Hey, I'm a patient guy. Lauren: Well, don't you dare get discouraged. Kevin: No way. Not at all. It'd be bad for morale. I mean, you know, if we're gonna be business partners-- Lauren: Yeah, that's right. I mean, that is a big commitment. That is long days and even longer nights. Kevin: You know, Mac is the first woman that I've ever really been friends with. Lauren: And I would be what, chopped liver? Kevin: Well, you know what I mean. Not that I wouldn't like to be more than friends, but I want this gift to be like a partnership gift, you know, to celebrate, let her know that there's no pressure. Lauren: Well, I am impressed. Yep. Now you no longer have hat hair, and you have a very mature attitude. Kevin: Well, don't get me wrong. You know, I'd love nothing more than to find somebody to spend my life with, you know, like you and Michael. Lauren: And you deserve that. You know, you have done a lot of hard work this year, and you have grown in very important ways. Kevin: Thanks. I feel really good about things. Hey, do you think she would like this? Lauren: You know, I think the green one's more Mac. This one, yeah. Kevin: Okay, cool. I'll take it. Can you wrap it up for me? Lauren: Yes. I'm really proud of you. Kevin: Where's that coming from? Lauren: It's just everything that you've accomplished, you know? I can't wait till you're officially my brother-in-law. Kevin: Hey, well, you know, it works both ways, Lauren. You are the one person in this town who has always had faith in me. Lauren: Well, I still do, maybe more now than ever. (Gasps) (sound of knife being drawn) Kevin: Lauren? Lauren, are you okay? Lauren: I-I'm sorry. What? Kevin: I said, "Are you okay?" You seem a little out of it today. Lauren: I'm just-- I'm thinking about my son. Kevin: Okay. Well, you don't need to worry about Scott. He's doing great. Lauren: Thanks so much for taking him under your wing. Kevin: He's a cool guy. Lauren: Yeah. It seems like the two of you have really gotten to know one another. Kevin: Yeah, we have. You know, we come from difficult backgrounds, but we get on real well. Lauren: Has he told you much about his past? Kevin: How do you mean? Lauren: I mean how little he knows about his childhood in Genoa City. Kevin: He's mentioned it a few times. I think he's really curious about it. [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: You know, you don't have to say that just to make me feel better. Scott: Hey, I'm serious. Knowing now that your story's real, how can I not despise what that horrible woman did to your life? It's a wonder you survived without going crazy. Sheila: Yeah, well, sometimes, you know, truth is a little stranger than fiction. Scott: But this novel's going to be based on reality. It won't be your life. It'll definitely be fictionalized. Sheila: Of course. Scott: Besides, I'm sure you haven't told me everything. Sheila: You can use your imagination to fill in the blanks. Scott: Yeah. Well, that's what it's all about. As a writer, you take your inspiration from real life and run with it. I hope you know you can trust me. Sheila: Can I? Scott: What? Sheila: Trust you? [SCENE_BREAK] Neil: Is there some kind of problem with Brad? Victoria: Yeah, well, we're having a difference of opinion, one that could potentially be a lose-lose situation. Neil: So Carlton's really gonna get out of here, huh? Victoria: There's a very strong possibility this could be his last day. Although there is still one more thing we can try. Neil: But just in case that doesn't pan out, you're covering your bases. Victoria: Wouldn't you? Neil: Well, Vicki, as extended as we are on this launch, you'd better believe it. Victoria: Which is why I need to know, Neil, if you can put your personal feelings about this aside and jump on board with me. Neil: Victoria, you know me, okay? I may not have agreed with rushing Drucilla's new line into production, but I am solidly behind this concept, all right? You have my full support. Victoria: Good. Because like my father, I very much value loyalty. Neil: Listen, I don't know what's going on with you and Brad. I hope things go the way you want. But if they don't, just know I've got your back. Victoria: Thank you, Neil. Neil: Anytime. I gotta hit my desk. I'm right around the corner. Call me if you need me. Victoria: Thanks. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Well, thanks, gang. Don't mind if I do. Brad: So, Jack, tell me-- just because Jill and I are throwing around some "what ifs," what makes you think I'd ever work for a company you're associated with? Jack: Well, I don't know. Why don't you tell me? You're the one sitting here fielding offers from Jill-- offers, by the way, she has no business making. Jill: Why don't you put your personal prejudice aside? We have a golden opportunity here. Jack: To what? To provide a nice landing spot for him once Victoria gives him the boot? No, thank you. Jill: Jack, you're telling me that even though I need-- desperately need-- someone with precisely Brad's skills and innate knowledge of the company--not to mention that he's a major shareholder and a member of the board-- just because you have an ax to grind with him, I can't hire him? Jack: You know, Jill, you're right. You should be able to hire him. In fact, I'll let you hire him with one condition-- he sells me his shares of Jabot. Brad: You see? That's why you can't trust a snake. Jill: (Grunts) Brad: He wants to be the only one in the sandbox. But you know what happens, Jack, to people who have to have it all? They wind up with nothing. Jack: Ooh, I could say the same thing about you. You hold onto those shares too tightly, they may drag you right down to the bottom. Brad: I'd rather be there than working for you. Jill: And there are times I agree with him. Jack: Now why ever would you say that, Jill? Jill: Because I was making some progress before you walked in here. Honest to God, sometimes I wonder if working with you is worth it. [SCENE_BREAK] J.T.: So what do you want to do tonight? I was thinking we could build a fire, maybe roast some marshmallows. Mac: I can't. I'm supposed to get together with Kevin. We're going to a concert. J.T.: Oh. Mac: Do you want me to cancel? J.T.: Do you want to cancel? Mac: I'd feel weird backing out now. J.T.: Well, then you should go. It's cool. I don't care. Mac: Even though Kevin is the root of all evil? J.T.: Hey, just as long as you promise you're gonna spend some time with me out here. There's too many distractions inside. Mac: Absolutely. Just remember Britt needs us to be there for her, too. J.T.: Yeah, I know. I know. I'm not gonna abandon Brittany. Mac: Yeah, you're in too deep for that. J.T.: So are you. You know, I'll never forget the way you delivered that baby. That was pretty amazing. You're amazing. [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: You know, Jack, I do have to hand it to you. I'm amazed how a guy with no class, no manners, no tact and absolutely no common sense has made it as far as you have. Jack: Well, I'm sure it must seem that way looking up from way down there. But truth be told, I know what makes people tick. Brad: Don't you mean you know what ticks people off? Jack: Touché. Very good for you. Listen, what do you say with Jill gone, we get down to business? Brad: If you're going to ask me to sell again, you can stick that-- Jack: You know those shares do not trade on the New York stock exchange. You're gonna have to get rid of them if you want to keep this love fest with the Newmans going, and I am in a position to offer you a fair value for them. Brad: (Chuckles) Jack, your political maneuvering already cost me half the value of those shares. And I suspect whatever offer you would make would be far below their actual value. Jack: Well, you know, they do say, "buy low, sell high." Brad: Not interested. Jack: Well, then I don't know who you're gonna find to take those shares off your hands. Dad can't afford it. Jill certainly can't afford it. Ash can't. No, the only one who is interested who can afford to offer you anywhere near market value is me. (Cell phone rings) (Ring) Brad: Hang on a second. You know, as much as I'm enjoying this conversation, Jack, I have to take this call. This may be somebody who's willing to make me a reasonable offer for the shares. Yeah. Talk to me. [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: Has Scott asked you any specific questions? Kevin: Like what? Lauren: Why I didn't raise him here in Genoa City? Kevin: I haven't said a word about the past or Sheila. Mikey made me promise. You know, just saying her name gives me the creeps. Lauren: Me, too. Wish I could get that woman out of my mind forever. Kevin: Well, then why don't you? Mikey says she's locked up in some looney bin out west. Lauren: Yeah, I just feel like I should tell Scott about her. Kevin: What would be the point of that? Lauren: Wouldn't you want to know? Kevin: Hell, no. To find out I was kidnapped when I was a kid, and some psycho tried to kill my mom a bunch of times? Why bring all that out into the open? Lauren: Because it might answer a lot of questions about his childhood. Kevin: Listen, Lauren, in your case, I think it's best those questions go unanswered. Lauren: Wonder if Scott would agree. Okay, it's all done. Kevin: Okay. Lauren: Oh, no, no, no, no. It's on the house. Kevin: What? Lauren: Yeah, for letting me grill you about my son. Kevin: Thanks! Wow. Okay. Okay, well, then one last word of advice. Lauren: Okay. Kevin: Okay. Scott is in a really good place right now. It's your call, but why ruin it? Lauren: Take care. Kevin: Thank you. Lauren: I hope Mac likes her purse. Kevin: Yeah, me, too. Thanks again. [SCENE_BREAK] Scott: Of course you can trust me, Brenda. I didn't think you questioned that. I mean, don't you feel comfortable with me? Sheila: Yes, I do, Scott. It's just that I never planned on baring my soul for the whole world's entertainment. Scott: Well, if that's the way you felt, then why did you ask me to write the story in the first place? Sheila: You know why? I'll tell you why. Because I saw something in you in class. You know, I could tell that you were a sensitive, compassionate person, that you would handle this story with care. But the truth is, I never wanted anyone to know it was about me. Scott: No, and no one will. As far as the rest of the world is concerned, it's pure fiction. I promise your secret's safe. (Cell phone rings) (Ring) Scott: Hello? Lauren: Hi, honey. Scott: Oh, hey, Mom. What's up? Lauren: Can you come over to the boutique? Scott: Now? Lauren: Yeah. Is that a problem? Scott: No. I'll just finish up here with Brenda, and I'll be right over. Lauren: Great. Sheila: So you're leaving so soon? Scott: Yeah, my mom wants me to stop by. But you know what? If you'd like me to hang out with you a little-- Sheila: No, no. You know what? I think we've covered quite enough today. And now that you know the story I told you is true and it's about me, I think you could probably use a little time to let it sink in. Scott: You know, I meant what I said, Brenda. Nothing you told me will ever leave this room. Sheila: I appreciate that. Scott: Good. I'll be in touch. Sheila: You know, one of these days, I'm gonna tell you the rest of the story, Scotty. But it's still too soon. I can't risk it. Can't risk it. [Image in mirror.] Damn right, you can't. You better keep your mouth shut do you hear me? [SCENE_BREAK] Brittany: They told us to wait right here. Isn't this exciting, sweetheart? You're gonna see your daddy again. Wait till he sees how big you are. The three of us will finally be a family. (Doorbell rings) Brittany: Oh, someone's at the door. Come on. Hello? Are you here to take us to see Bobby Marsino? Who are you!? Stay away! Stay away! Don't take my baby! My baby! Give me my baby back! No! Where's Joshua? The bassinet was right here. Brittany: No! Mac: Brittany? J.T.: Britt? J.T.: Brittany, just tell me what happened, all right? Brittany: My baby-- my baby's gone! J.T.: What? Esther: What? Brittany: He was asleep in his bassinet, and I was taking a nap. And when I woke up his bassinet was over there in the foyer and Joshua wasn't in it. Oh, my God, they've kidnapped him. You told us we would be safe! You told me Joshua and I would be safe! J.T.: You are safe, Brittany. Brittany: Then where is he? Where is my baby! Mac: There's security all over the place. Brittany: They're all working for the mob. They've been planning it all along! Esther: Brittany, this is Wesley-- the guard at the front gate. I told him what happened. Brittany: Have you seen anyone suspicious on this property? Wesley: No, ma'am. No one's come through the front or back gates. Brittany: Well, someone must have, my baby didn't walk off by himself. You find him. Do you hear me? You find my baby, and you get him back here! Now! Wesley: I'll take care of it. Esther: Please, hurry. I'm so sorry. Brittany: This is what they do! (Door closes) Brittany: They try to make you feel safe so when you turn your back-- Joshua! Joshua! Oh, my God. Oh, my God. You took him?! How dare you steal my baby?! [Talking to Jill.] [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: Who was Dylan? Sheila: What difference does it make? Dylan died. Lauren: It makes a difference to me. I loved him! Don't you understand? How could you? You don't know anything about love. Sheila: Oh, no, no, that's where you're wrong, Lauren. I know all about love. And I would do anything to hold onto the man I love. Lauren: Oh, yes-- Scott and your obsession with him. Is that why you did this? Because I had Scott's baby, and you didn't? You gave birth to someone else's? Sheila: I never had a baby, Lauren. All along, from the very beginning, my baby was your baby. [SCENE_BREAK] Scott: Yo. Lauren: That was quick. Scott: Wow. This place is sweet. Lauren: Thank you. Scott: Can't believe it's my first time setting foot in the famous Fenmore boutique. Lauren: Mm-hmm. Don't you knock it. Because one day, all this will be yours, including all the department stores. Scott: Oh, well, I have to let you know business isn't exactly my calling. Lauren: I know. I know. But you are going to be a runaway best-seller novelist, right? Scott: Um, I wish. Lauren: So how did the writing session go with your partner? Scott: Great. She has an incredible story to tell. Lauren: Just a little preview? Scott: No, I can't. I promised. Lauren: Mmm. Scott: But anyway, we had an amazing breakthrough today. I'm so glad Brenda decided to come to G.C. It just really wouldn't be the same working over the phone. Lauren: You're obviously very pumped up about this collaborating. Scott: Yeah. Yeah, I've got a lot of ideas. My head's spinning. Lauren: I'm sorry she couldn't make it to dinner last night. Scott: I think she didn't want to intrude. Um, she's kinda shy. Lauren: Honey, I don't mean to pry but... are you two involved? Scott: No. Mom, it's not that kinda thing at all. We're friends. That's it. Lauren: Are you sure she knows that? [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: What the hell were you thinking, Sheila? Admitting to Scotty that this is really your story? (Voice echoes) I didn't mean to. It just--it just slipped out. That's what Lauren does to me. Lauren-- it's always Lauren. Can't you see? You're letting her get to you! No. No, I'm not. You know what? You'd better get it together. Because you can't risk Scott finding out about you-- the real you. Sometimes I forget who the real me even is. You're Sheila! The one who's smarter than everyone else-- one step ahead, always. The Sheila who never, never lets her emotions get the best of her. Yeah. Yeah, that's right. That's right. And I'm not gonna let Lauren psych me out again. No, you'd better not. Or she's gonna steal Scotty from you... the same way she stole his father. [SCENE_BREAK] Victoria: Well, you have impeccable timing. I was just about to call you. Brad: Let me guess what you wanna talk about. Victoria: Now I think that it's time we settled this matter of your shares in Jabot once and for all. Brad: Victoria, I've been trying to find a compromise. Honestly and sincerely, I have. I've been on the phone with bankers, with lawyers-- in fact, I just finished a conversation with a gentleman who specializes in trusts. And across the board they all say the same thing-- there's no market for Jabot's shares. No one's interested. Victoria: Except for one man. Brad: Well, that I can't do. I won't do it. I will not sell those shares to Jack. And even if I put them in an irrevocable trust for Abby and Colleen, you can still make the argument that I have a vested interest in Jabot's success. Not to mention the millions in gift tax I would pay. Victoria: So... it seems that we are back where we started. Brad: Yes, it does. Look, I wanna keep working here. I certainly want to see the line succeed. But what I will not do is compromise myself to the point that Jack has me over a barrel. Victoria: Brad, listen. Enough. I believe you. And I trust you. Brad: But you're not willing to change your mind. Victoria: No, however, if you would be quiet for a moment, you'd see that I have a solution. I will trade you shares of Newman Enterprises, dollar-for- dollar, for your shares in Jabot. Now what do you say to that? [SCENE_BREAK] Jill: Oh, Brittany, I am so sorry. I didn't mean to frighten you. Brittany: What were you thinking, Jill? Jill: I just took him for a walk. Brittany: You couldn't have told me first? Jill: No, I couldn't. Because when I got home, you were sleeping. And then Joshua started fussing. And I knew you needed your rest. Brittany: You scared me to death. J.T.: Hey, come on, she didn't mean to. Jill: I was just trying to help you. Mac: It was all just a misunderstanding. I'm gonna tell Wesley that everything's okay. You know what? I'm gonna call Kevin and tell him I can't go tonight. I probably should stay. J.T.: Okay. Jill: Look, I feel just terrible about this. Please, is there anything I can do to make it-- Brittany: Don't touch me, Jill. I don't want to talk to you right now. Esther: I was going to brew some more tea. So why don't you help me, Jill? Jill: (Sighs) Joshua: (Cries) J.T.: Brittany, everything's okay. Joshua's fine. Brittany: Yeah, but what about next time? They're going to come after us. J.T.: No, they're not. They're not coming. Okay? You're safe. All right, you're safe here with me. Hi, little guy. [SCENE_BREAK] Scott: Trust me, Brenda isn't interested in me in that way. Lauren: You're sure? Scott: Positive. She's old enough to be my mother. Look, I'm not dense, okay? I think I would know if it were anything more than a working relationship. Lauren: All right, just asking. Scott: Mom, don't worry. Lauren: So you told me that Brenda doesn't know anyone in town, right? Scott: Yeah. She's kind of a loner. It was a big sacrifice for her to come here. You know, her home's in Toronto. But she was willing to be here and help me write the book. Lauren: Hmm. And what's in it for her? Scott: I just tutor her with her writing. That's the deal we made. Personally, I think she's getting the short end of the stick. Lauren: Well, then why don't you get her a present or something? Scott: Uh, actually, yeah, that's a great idea. But I wouldn't have a clue as to what she'd want. Lauren: Hmm. Well, uh, ooh! What about this beautiful leather day planner? Is this something that she would like? Scott: Um, you're the one with the great taste. So, yeah, I'm sure she'd love it. Lauren: Okay. Scott: All right. (Cell phone rings) Scott: Hey, Kev. What's up, man? Yeah, yeah, I'd love to. All right, cool. Lauren: What did Kevin want? Scott: Oh, he's got an extra ticket for a concert tonight, wanted to see if I could come. But I gotta take off right now. Lauren: You just got here. Scott: Well, yeah, but the concert's in Milwaukee. Wait a minute, why? Did you have something planned for tonight? Lauren: No. No, no, no. Uh, you run along. Hey, before you go, will you put Brenda's address on there, and I will have the gift sent out. Scott: Yeah, thanks. This will make her day. Scott: Okay, here's where she's staying. And I gotta run, all right? Lauren: Okay. Scott: Bye. Lauren: "Genoa City Motor Arms Motel, Room 311." Good, that's not very far away. [SCENE_BREAK] Brad: (Chuckles) you're kidding. Your father would never allow it. Victoria: It was his idea, Brad. He thought this would be a perfect compromise. Brad: Really? (Laughs) Jack would go into orbit if a Newman got their hands on those shares. Victoria: Oh, and that's a problem for you? Brad: In a word-- no. Victoria: So why are you hesitating? You'd be part of a very exclusive club. Brad: Hmm, well, that may be. But if I ever were to leave, I'd be in the same boat I'm in now. Who would buy my shares of Newman? Victoria: Well, like I said, it's a compromise. Brad: Your dad really came up with this? Victoria: Why do you seem so surprised by that? Brad: Because I guess it means he wants me around. Victoria: Look, Brad, I'm gonna let you in on a little secret about my father. He may be tough and he may be difficult, but he knows a winning team when he sees one and so do I. Now do we have a deal? [SCENE_BREAK] Scott: Hey. Kevin: Hey. Scott: Thanks for inviting me, man. Kevin: Sure. Scott: What happened to Mac? Kevin: Uh, she couldn't make it-- some crisis at the house. Scott: Oh, too bad. Is that for her? Kevin: Yeah. Scott: From my mom's store. Kevin: Yeah. Scott: I was just over there getting something for my writing partner. My mom's having it delivered. Oh, actually, I hope I didn't disappoint her. Kevin: Who, Lauren? Scott: Yeah. Um, I don't know, I kinda had a feeling she had something planned for tonight, but she didn't want to blow the concert for me. Kevin: Well, I'm sure she's cool with it. Scott: (Sighs) I have spent so little time with my mom sometimes it's, um, it's hard to read her, you know? Kevin: Well, she's been through a lot. Scott: What do you mean? What do you know about my mom that I don't? [SCENE_BREAK] Sheila: You're letting the bitch win. (Voice echoes) never! Lauren will never beat me. That's how you lost Scotty's father. You drove him away. And now you're driving his son away. Shut up! [Knock at door.] Sheila: You see? You were wrong. He's come back. [Lauren outside the door.] [NEXT_ON] Scott: I'm starting to wonder if there's some kind of conspiracy to keep me in the dark about my mom's past. Victor: Congratulations, Mr. Carlton, you now own a small piece of Newman Enterprises. Sheila: Yeah, I've got big plans for Lauren Fenmore.