Lily and Neil visit the pediatrician and get a good report on the twins. Sonia tells Tucker that she left countless messages for Cane and Blake, but they haven't returned her calls. Blake and Cane go over the details, so that they will be on the same page when they meet with Tucker. Cane gets a call from Sonia about a meeting. Nick comes downstairs and finds Sharon already up and ready to start her day with coffee. Nick and Sharon are both happy that he moved back in. Adam takes Skye out to breakfast. Sharon suggests to Nick that they tell the family about their engagement. Nick feels that this would be a bad time since Nikki is in rehab and Abby and Victoria are suing Victor. Jack interrupts Adam and Skye and reprimands Adam for what he was saying. Jack introduces Marion to Adam and Skye. After a thorough presentation, Marion agrees to send them an investment. Cane and Tucker tell Blake that they don't like a "suck up." When Blake divulges his feelings about working for him, Tucker says that maybe they can work something out. Neil finds out from Lily that Blake went to a meeting with Cane to see Tucker. Nick agrees to go shopping with Sharon. Victor, Justin, and Sally walk in and see Adam. Justin insists on talking to Adam and tells him that they do not want his money, and thus gives the money back to Adam. Jack is confused and asks, "What money?" Victor offers Sally and Justin an all-expense paid trip to Florida. Jack encourages Skye to walk away from Adam and the hedge fund, but she refuses. Sharon loses her engagement ring. When she meets Adam, he can tell that something is wrong. Nick catches up with Victor, who was writing checks to Jack, and demands to know what the checks are for. Neil encourages Tucker to run a background check on Blake.
Lily: I'm gonna get a T-shirt made that says, "I love my pediatrician." Neil: Right? She seemed nice. Lily: Yes. What mother doesn't love hearing that her babies are perfect? Hi, Muffins. Neil: Well, of course you two are perfect. You're perfect just like your grandpa Neil. (Chuckles) Lily: Yeah, you know, Cane and I, we had a pretty big role in all of that, kind of. Neil: Uh-huh, yeah. Kind of. Lily: (Chuckles) Neil: I'm sorry he wasn't able to join us. Lily: It's okay. He's made it to plenty of Mattie and Charlie's other check- ups. Neil: Mm. Lily: But, you know, lately, he's just been working a lot of hours. Neil: Mm-hmm. Well, that's probably because Tucker is anxious to expand his Biofuel business. I'm sure that's what's been keeping Cane so busy. Lily: Yeah, I mean, I-- you know, I-I'm happy that he has this, you know, new job. I just didn't think that it would be this time-consuming. Neil: Right, right, right. Sure. Hey, how are things going between you two? Lily: Uh, fine. Neil: Yeah? Lily: Yeah. Neil: I imagine it's, uh, it's kind of hard, though, isn't it? Lily: Well, I mean, I've been spoiled. (Chuckles) I've been used to having Cane be on 24/7 diaper duty. But I'm proud of him. I'm proud that he's, you know, just throwing himself into his work. [SCENE_BREAK] Sofia: I left messages with Cane and James Collier that we all should be getting together soon. Tucker: Good. I'm interested to hear your take on Collier. Sofia: Do you still think there's something a little off about him? Tucker: I do. It's nothing I can put into words, though. Sofia: W-well, maybe his nerves got the best of him. First interviews can be intimidating. Tucker: Or maybe my concerns are legit. Sofia: Well, there is only one way to find out. Tucker: Put Mr. Collier's feet to the fire. [SCENE_BREAK] Blake: (Chuckles) Cane: You know, we don't have much time to prepare, Blake. Do you want to concentrate? Blake: Uh, that's James Collier to you. Uh, which reminds me, I don't think it's too smart to be known by two different names. Cane: Yeah. Well, I, uh, have bigger things to worry about right now, thanks very much. Blake: (Sighs) Why are you so stressed out? I've already got the job. I'm on the payroll. Cane: Yeah, you might be on the payroll, but you need to think about this as a test that you can't afford to fail, okay? Blake: (Sighs) Anyone ever tell you that you are way too uptight? Cane: So'd you get that e-mail I sent you? Blake: Yeah, I skimmed over it. Cane: Well, that's just great, isn't it? Blake: Look, if you're really that concerned about me, why don't you read my résumé again? Cane: The one I faked for you? Blake: Evidently, I'm a bloody genius. Cane: Well, you know what? You need to be one of those geniuses that when Tucker and Sofia ask you a question, you don't have this stupid, blank look on your face, okay? Blake: Oh, that environmentally friendly fuel technology. Damn, it's dull. Cane: You know, I'm really glad that this is a joke to you. (Cell phone rings) Blake: Oh. Hello? (Cell phone rings) Cane: Hey, it's, uh, Ashby. Blake: Mr. McCall, of course. There's no time like the present. Cane: (Sighs) Of course, Sofia. Okay. Blake: And please tell Ms. Dupre that I'm very excited to meet her. Cane: All right, uh, we'll be on our way. Blake: Showtime. [SCENE_BREAK] (Footsteps approach) Nick: (Sighs) Sharon: I thought you were gonna sleep all day. Nick: Well, you wore me out last night. Sharon: (Chuckles) You know, there's coffee and bagels in the kitchen. Nick: Thank you. Sharon: What? Nick: I'm just admiring the view. Sharon: Nothing you haven't seen before. Nick: Yeah, I know. (Sighs) (Scoffs) This feels... so normal. But... it's not. Sharon: Yeah, I know. It almost feels surreal. Nick: I hope you know that I'm not taking anything for granted. Sharon: Neither am I. Nick: And I know I've been staying here for a while now, but there's just something about this morning that felt special. Sharon: Because you've officially moved back in? Nick: And the lady said yes. Sharon: I can't believe it. We're engaged. Nick: I could pinch you if you'd like. Sharon: You know what? This morning when I woke up, I realized something-- that everything I've always wanted for years... I finally have it. [SCENE_BREAK] Skye: Well, I'd love to believe you brought me here as a treat. Adam: You're too much of a realist for that, Skye. Skye: You're tired of room service at the club. Adam: You know me so well, Sweetheart. Skye: Well, at least you won't be making my Bloody Mary. Adam: Believe it or not, I actually enjoyed being a bartender here. Skye: Oh, sure. What could be more enjoyable than pouring drinks for minimum wage? (Cell phone rings) Skye: Skye Newman. Jack: Skye, it's Jack Abbott. I got another potential investor for the hedge fund. Skye: Ooh, tell me more. Jack: It's an old friend of mine. She's in town for a couple more hours, though. Skye: Adam and I are at Gloworm. Bring her over. Jack: See you soon. Skye: Bye. Adam: What was that about? Skye: More money. We don't even need to solicit it anymore. It just comes to us. [SCENE_BREAK] (Cell phone rings) Victor: What do you want? Jack: I scheduled another meeting to fatten the Newman Fund goose. Victor: Mm-hmm. Did you get the check I messengered over? Jack: Signed for it myself. Victor: All right. We'll soon reap the profits. Jack: Can't wait. First of the year, I take all my money out. Victor: Our money. Jack: Yeah, well, no one knows that. Victor: And it has to stay that way, you got it? Jack: At the same time, my friends will get their money out, and the Newman Hedge Fund will head into a death spiral. Victor: One could almost feel sorry for Adam. If he weren't such a despicable bastard. Ain't gonna have a good year, that boy. Jack: Adam's gonna get exactly what he deserves. Victor: Yep. (Call waiting beeps) Victor: Uh, I have another call. Bye. Jack: God, he's a rude bastard. Victor: Yes? Are you in town? I'd love to see you. Oh, well, why don't you come over? Then we'll talk about it, all right? [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: So... we need to tell the family. Nick: (Sighs) Yeah. I've been thinkin' about that. Sharon: Yeah, the only people who know we're engaged are Adam and Phyllis. Nick: Yeah, well, she's not gonna say anything. Sharon: What, no announcement in "Restless Style"? Nick: Nope, that's a safe bet. She knows that I want to be the one to tell Summer. Plus, I'm pretty sure your deluded ex is holding out hope that you're eventually gonna come to your senses and give him another chance. Sharon: So when were you thinking? Nick: How about over the Thanksgiving holiday? Sharon: Oh, yeah. That sounds perfect. Except I doubt we're going to have a traditional Newman family dinner this year. Nick: Well, Mom's still in rehab, and Victoria and Abby are suing Dad, so... Sharon: Mm-hmm. Nick: Nobody's really speaking to each other right now. Sharon: Mm-hmm. Um, you know what? I-I hate to do this, but... if Adam guessed that we were engaged because he saw the ring, then other people will, too, and I just don't want people to find out that way. Nick: I really wish you didn't have to take that off. Sharon: Me, too. But the next time I put this on, it's going to be forever. [SCENE_BREAK] Skye: (Sighs) Adam: This is cozy. Skye: Don't start. We want Jack's lady friend to invest with us, don't we? Adam: Word of advice-- don't tell me what to do. Skye: Could you at least pretend we have a happy marriage when we're in public? Adam: That's quite a stretch there, Sweetheart. Skye: You said you were back on board with the fund. Adam: I am. Skye: Then act like it. Adam: Again, do not tell me what to do. Jack: Don't talk to the lady that way. Adam: You know the hole in the middle of your face that keeps making noise? You should shut it. I can't believe you deal with this guy, much less have slept with this jerk. Skye: Think of Jack as a means to an end. Jack: Ouch. Skye: Sorry, but now that we don't have that "Friends with benefits" thing going on, that's what you are. He hasn't failed us when it comes to the hedge fund, though. Adam: Yet. Jack: Your wife has the Midas touch. Because of that, I'm willing to put up with a jerk like you. Oh, here she is now. Marion, over here. Marion: (Chuckles) Jack: Hello. Oh, you look wonderful. This is the couple I have been talking to you about, Skye and Adam Newman. [SCENE_BREAK] Neil: Oh, there you go. Lily: Wow, what little piggies you guys are. Look at that. Neil: You'd think they hadn't been fed in a whole week. Lily: I know, right? Neil: Yeah, there you go. Lily: Oh, actually, speaking of being fed... Neil: Uh-huh. Lily: Uh, isn't it gonna be great to have the Winters/Ashby clan together for turkey day? Neil: Yeah. Can I tell you something? If this family gets any bigger, we're gonna have to rent an auditorium for family gatherings. Lily: Wow, yes. (Chuckles) Hey, Malcolm's coming, right? Neil: He promised he'd be back after his photo shoot, yeah. Lily: Okay, and you, him, and Sofia are gonna get along, right? No screaming matches, no awkwardness? Neil: Babe, Babe, I plan to be on my best behavior. Lily: Okay, good. Neil: In fact, I took Sofia out to dinner the other night. Malcolm was out of town, so I figured I should, you know, try to make an effort. Lily: And... Neil: And I really didn't have to make much of an effort. Dig this. We talked. We kept our voices down... Lily: Mm-hmm. Neil: And we even laughed two or three times. Lily: Wow. Okay, well, you know, as long as you keep it up for Thanksgiving, that's all that matters. Neil: Yeah, I don't plan to make enemies out of my neighbors. Lily: Oh, actually if you don't mind, I would actually like to have Thanksgiving at my place. Neil: Your--your pla-- uh, okay. I figured, though, with the twins that you, you know-- Lily: No. Yeah, yeah. It's just, you know, it's our first Thanksgiving with the babies, and I just, you know, want to have it in our own home. Neil: Don't you think it's gonna get a little crazy? I mean, the cooking, the bottles, the diaper changes, all that kind of stuff? Lily: No, I'm fine with it. Listen, when I was on chemo, I was too weak to do anything but lay on the couch. So now that I'm well, I feel like I can conquer the world. (Laughs) Neil: You silly rabbit. I mean, do you-- do you even know how to cook a turkey? Lily: What? Cook a turkey? Neil: Yeah. Lily: You know, you--what? You put it in the microwave, right? Neil: In the mic-- (Scoffs, laughs) Lily: Yes. (Chuckles) Neil: Yeah, sure, like it-- it'll fit. Lily: I'm joking, okay? Neil: (Chuckles) Lily: Besides, if I burn the bird, we can just order takeout or something. Neil: Yeah. Hey, either way, we'll be makin' memories, right? Lily: Yes. You know, my cancer's gone, and the babies are healthy. Those criminals aren't threatening Cane anymore. So I have a lot to be thankful for this year. [SCENE_BREAK] [Cane remembering] Blake: Mr. McCall, thank you so much. It's been a pleasure. Tucker: So... Cane: (Sighs) Tucker: That's James Collier. Cane: Hmm. Yep. Tucker: Not at all what I expected. Cane: Well, I don't think you're gonna be, uh, disappointed with his work. Tucker: Well, you better hope not. If he screws up, it's on you. [SCENE_BREAK] Cane: You know what? Um, something about this just feels weird. Blake: (Sighs) What? Cane: The fact that Tucker and Sofia want to see us right now. Blake: Well, we knew it was coming. Cane: No, it's not that. (Stammers) He's all--he's all of a sudden making this a priority. Blake: Well, considering the huge chunk of change he's paying me, do you blame him? Cane: You do realize that Sofia is gonna size you up. Blake: Oh, you know, I can be quite the charmer when I want to be. Just ask your wife. Cane: You know what? I wouldn't be so casual about this. This is gonna be a second job interview. Blake: (Sighs) Well, listen, maybe McCall just wants to get a move on this Biofuel stuff. (Scoffs) I hope I don't fall asleep. Cane: Do you realize that it's your fault we're in this mess?! You know that, don't you? Blake: Hey, I'm not the one who ratted out my mates... Cane: No. Blake: And has to come up with $5 million to pay 'em off. Cane: I'm talking about the fact that you pretend to be James Collier. Blake: Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, Tucker insisted on meeting him. If I hadn't turned up, you'd have looked like a liar. Cane: All right. Okay. Well, now you gotta walk in there and persuade the man that you actually know what you're talking about. Blake: I don't think I like your tone, Mate. Cane: I don't give a damn what you like. Do you realize what is at stake for the two of us? Blake: Aha, uh, what's at stake for you. You see, if I blow this, and "James Collier" gets fired, you're gonna have to find some other way to make those payments to those guys you sent to prison. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: Cane? Cane? That's weird. He said that he would... oh, looks like he went to a meeting with Blake to go see Tucker. Neil: Blake went? Lily: Yeah, he's the, um, new consultant on the Biofuel and alternative energy project. He's working with Cane and Sofia. Neil: Hmm. Really? That's news to me. [SCENE_BREAK] Cane: (Sighs) Sofia: Well, it is so nice to finally meet you, James. Blake: Well, actually, I go by my middle name Blake. All my old buddies call me that, like Cane here. Tucker: You never mentioned you two knew each other. Sofia: No, just that you had researched him thoroughly. Tucker: Is that why you recommended him for the job? Cane: No. Sofia: Then why didn't you tell us that then? Cane: Well, uh... I didn't want to look like I was asking for a favor. 'Cause I knew, uh, my mate Blake here, well, he could prove himself on his own merits. Tucker: Well, if you're as good as Cane says you are, I suppose it doesn't matter. Sofia: Well, Gentlemen, the reason I wanted all of us to get together is to make sure that Cane, you, and I, um, work well as a team. Cane: Well, um, yeah. There's no reason we wouldn't. Sofia: Yeah, we have no issues. But Blake here I've known all of what, five minutes? Let's see if we're all on the same wavelength, shall we? Blake: Yes. (Sniffs) Let's. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: It's a little early to be Christmas shopping, isn't it? Sharon: Hmm... just 'cause you wait till the last minute. Nick: (Sighs) Well, what are you looking for? Sharon: Um, stocking stuffers and a new dress for Faith for Thanksgiving and maybe one for Summer, too. Nick: All righty then. Lead the way. Sharon: You're gonna help me? Nick: Don't you want me to? Sharon: When we were married before, I would just mention shopping, and your eyes would glaze over. Nick: Yeah, I know. But, uh, lately I'm finding it hard to tear myself away from you. Sharon: Oh, my gosh. It must be love. It must be love. You let me drag you through Fenmore's boutique? Nick: Well, it is kind of exciting, right? I mean, the idea of spending Christmas together as a family. Sharon: Yeah. Like it was before Cassíe died and Noah was just a little guy. And now we have Faith. Nick: That's what they call a Christmas miracle. Sharon: Let's shop. [SCENE_BREAK] Skye: Investing in the Newman fund is the fastest way I know to build your wealth. Adam: Except, perhaps, a long shot on the race track. Marion: (Laughs) Well, that was quite a presentation. Jack: I believe this fund is as good as it gets. In fact, I am giving them another check of mine today. Skye: Thank you, Jack. Jack: No, thank you. You two have made me so much money, I'm not sure what to do with it. Adam: Well, that's a good problem to have, isn't it, Jack? Marion: Well, I'm sold. Skye: Wonderful. Marion: I'll send you my initial investment when I get home. Skye: You won't be sorry. Marion: Now I do have a couple more questions. Skye: Uh, I know you're on a tight schedule. I'll answer them while I walk you out. Jack: Great idea. Marion: Fine. Nice meeting you, Adam. Jack: Take care. (Sighs) Victor: I did not know that Adam was here. Shall we go? Justin: No. I want to talk to him. Sally: Justin, Honey, don't. Victor: Your aunt is right. Justin: Please. Jack: An unfortunate little coincidence. Adam: Victor just happens to show up with the little kid who thinks I killed his father. Yeah, I'm sure that's coincidence. Victor: Adam, this young man would like to say a few words to you. What you want to say, okay? Justin: We got the money you sent. Adam: I'm glad. I hope that you didn't come all the way to Genoa City to thank me. Sally: I'd hoped you could handle this for us, but since we're here... Victor: Yeah. Sally: We're giving the money back. Jack: Wait, what money? Skye: $100,000. Adam: I thought that with Justin's father gone it might help a little. Sally: We don't want your money. Justin: I want my dad back, but you killed him. Victor: After the hearing, and after you were set free, didn't you get the message? Leave this family alone. Adam: I was just trying to do something nice. Adam: I realize nothing can ever make up for what you have lost. Victor: With the damage you have done to this family, I think its wise--very wise if were to consider to never contact them again, all right? All right. Sally: I think it's time we leave. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: Nick, if you need to get to the office, just go ahead, because it's gonna take a while before all these things are gift wrapped. Nick: Okay, great. Good. I'm tapped out shopping-wise. Where are you headed next? Sharon: Um, I think I'm gonna go to Trumble's and look for something from Noah. You know, maybe something to do with music or... Nick: Yeah, that's a good idea. Okay, well, I will, uh, see you at home later. Sharon: Home. I'll never get tired of hearing you say that. [SCENE_BREAK] Lily: So good news. They conked right out. Dad? Neil: Hmm? Mm, oh, I'm sorry. You know, I was just thinking about Blake. I'm surprised that Tucker and Sofia never said a word about him and that Cane never mentioned him. Lily: Well, maybe he didn't want to jinx it. Neil: Well, that's great he was able to return the favor after Blake got those men to leave you alone. Lily: Yeah, I mean, I don't think that Cane would have recommended Blake for the job if he wasn't qualified. [SCENE_BREAK] Blake: So in addition to the biodiesel project, uh, in case you're ever interested, Germany is taking a stab at clean coal with carbon sequestration. Sofia: Oh, well, I had never heard of that. Tucker: You think it's worth looking into? Blake: Maybe. I mean, listen, I would be more than happy to write you up a prospectus over the holidays. Tucker: You don't have plans? Blake: (Chuckles) Us Aussies don't celebrate Thanksgiving. Besides, you've given me my dream job. It's an opportunity of a lifetime. I owe you, Mr. McCall, and I always pay my debts. Tucker: Hmm. You know, I can't find fault with any of your ideas, Blake, but I gotta be straight with you. There's nothing I hate worse than a suck-up. Blake: (Sighs) I'm not quite sure what you mean. Tucker: You're just too slick, too ingratiating. It's hard to trust someone like that. Blake: (Scoffs) Uh... (Sighs) Well, I feel like a bloody idiot. Look, I was just so nervous. I guess I tried to cover by acting overconfident. Sofia: (Chuckles) Well, we've all been guilty of that at one time or another. Blake: Look, I really do mean what I said before about working for you. Now I just hope I haven't blown it by trying too hard to impress someone I do admire. Uh, I'm really not this big a know-it-all. Sofia: (Chuckles) Tucker: I appreciate your honesty. We'll see if we can make this work. Cane: (Sighs) Sofia: Your paycheck will be transferred to your account as originally scheduled today. Blake: Well, thank you both for giving me another chance. Cane: Well, uh, we've taken up enough of your time. We'll, uh, let you get on with your day. Thank you. Sofia: (Sighs) Blake: Well, that was fun. Cane: Yeah, it was real fun. Blake: Oh, I like to keep you on your toes, Mate. Cane: Yeah, well, uh, I think you just took ten years off my life, so... Blake: Well, you better be sure that prospectus you write makes me look as good as everybody thinks I am. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: When we ran into Adam earlier, you handled yourself very well. Sally: We should be going. Victor: Are you going home? Sally: No. Chicago for Thanksgiving. Victor: Oh. Sally: Being home for the holidays without his father, I was afraid... (Sighs) Victor: I understand. I understand. Listen, matter of fact, I meant to call you. I want to do something special for you and Justin for Christmas. Sally: That's not necessary, Mr. Newman. Victor: Yep. I want to fly you down to Florida, all expenses paid. Sally: (Sighs) Victor: And you stay as long as you want and enjoy the ocean. Enjoy the sunshine. Go to amusement parks. What do you think, hmm? Sally: What do you say, Justin? Justin: Thank you, Mr. Newman. Victor: You're welcome. You're very welcome. That's right. You bet. You'll have a great time there. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Nice work hustling Marion out of here before that kid accused your husband of being a murderer. Skye: Yeah, can you say "Awkward"? Jack: Yeah. Adam: I'm glad you two find this amusing. Skye: What is your problem, Adam? Everything turned out fine. Adam: Everything turned out fine? Skye: We got a new investor, didn't we? As for you and the boy-- Adam: If you say another word, another syllable about wanting that money back for yourself for your precious little fund, I will personally kill you myself, Skye. Skye: I was gonna say I feel for the kid, too. I'm not totally heartless. Adam: You don't have a maternal bone in your body. Jack: Skye isn't the one who put a plan in motion that ended with that kid losing his father. Skye: Try to forget it happened. Adam: Forget it happened, huh? You see the look on that little guy's face? How am I supposed to forget that? You know what? I gotta get out of here. I gotta-- I gotta get away from this. I gotta get away from you. Skye: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Woman: Mm, here's that material you asked for. Nick: Oh, thank you. I really appreciate you staying late last night. Woman: Mm-hmm, the report on the plant in Asia and-- Nick: Yeah, it needs to be signed off on today. I know. Oh, and you have my personal account information in here, too. Thanks. Woman: Mm, and receipts for recent checks you've written. Nick: Okay. Is he in there? Woman: No, he just walked some people down to the lobby. Nick: All right, I'll wait for him in here. Woman: (Sighs) Nick: Ahh, yes, the, uh... let me sign off on that. Do you, uh... Woman: Mm-hmm. Here you go. Nick: Oh, thank you. (Coughs) Excuse me. Could you get me a glass of water really quick? I don't think this one's mine. This is, uh, made out to N.A. Partnership. Do you know who that is? Woman: No, Sir. Nick: Me neither. That's weird. There you go. Thank you. Nick: The address is 603 Glenwood Drive. 60... that's Jack's house. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I don't know why you continue to put up with that jerk. Skye: Adam and I have a long history. Jack: Yeah, most of it bad. Skye: Nah, we had some wonderful, wonderful times in the beginning. (Chuckles) When we were at Harvard business school-- Jack: That was a long time ago, Sweetheart. He treats you like crap now. Skye: It wasn't always that way. Jack: I know you think the Newman name is the reason your hedge fund is doing so well. Skye: I know it is. Jack: It's you. It's you, Sweetheart. Skye: (Sighs) Jack: And you can do better than that loser. Skye: You don't understand. Jack: I understand he goes out of his way to embarrass you. Skye: What is your stake in this? Jack: I don't have one. Skye: Oh, come on, Jack. The reason our relationship works is because we use each other. Jack: I'm simply worried about you. Skye: Why? Jack: Because you're the sharpest businesswoman I think I've ever dealt with. You're clever. You're gutsy, and you're beautiful. Skye: Lots of flattery. You must want something. Jack: I do. I want you to start looking out for yourself. Skye: That's what the hedge fund's all about. Jack: You do all the work. He's dead weight, and you know it. Skye: (Sighs) Jack: Pretty soon, he's gonna weigh you down. You want to know what I think you should do? Skye: What? Jack: Walk away now-- from Adam, from the hedge fund. Start your own thing. Skye: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] (Cell phone alert sounds) Sharon: Oh, my God. I couldn't have done this again. [SCENE_BREAK] Cane: You know, I wish I could have gone to the babies' appointment. Lily: That's okay. My dad filled in for you. Cane: I'm glad. Lily: So how'd your meeting go? Cane: Um... (Sighs) It was, uh, better than I expected, so... Lily: Well, it doesn't surprise me. You and Blake make a great team. Cane: (Scoffs) Lily: (Chuckles) Oh, hey, listen, if you get a chance to, uh, talk to him before I do, will you invite him to Thanksgiving? Cane: (Sighs) Would you, um... would you mind if it was just--just family? Lily: Well, I thought that you'd want him to be here. Cane: Yeah, well, you know, it's just that, um, you know, lately, I've been spending more time with him than I have with you and the babies. Lily: Yeah, I just... you know, I just--I feel bad that he's all by himself. Cane: (Scoffs) Uh, let me just say that's one Aussie that you don't have to feel bad about. [SCENE_BREAK] Blake: Yeah, no worries, Boss. No, I had to come to Cane's assistance, but it all worked out. I'll send the next payment right away. [SCENE_BREAK] Tucker: As for, uh, Chancellor Industries, how are the 2011 projections coming along? Neil: Tucker, my man, almost done. Sofia: Great. Can we get them by this weekend? Neil: This weekend? Yeah. Um, I'll make every effort. Tucker: Well, I guess that covers everything on the agenda. Neil: Uh, wait a minute. Before you go, I just found out that your Biofuel consultant is one of Cane's friends-- Blake. Tucker: Yeah, we had no idea they were friends. But then there was a lot I didn't know about the guy. (Sighs) Sofia: That was my fault. Neil: What's your opinion of him? Tucker: Well, I had initial reservations, but after the second meeting, I feel more confident. Sofia: Well, what do you think about him, Neil? Neil: What do I think? Um, I've only talked to him socially. But he seems like a stand-up guy. Sofia: No, he is very personable. Neil: Do you think that he can handle a project of that magnitude? Tucker: Well, he answered every question we threw at him. Neil: Sofia, you said it was your fault that he came on board so quickly. Sofia: Well, I hired Blake without running it by the boss here first. Neil: That's very, very unusual, because that doesn't sound anything like you. Sofia: Well, Cane raved about Blake. What could I say? I was looking out for my future nephew-in-law. Neil: Yeah. I really don't think that Cane would have suggested him if he had any doubts, but if it would ease your mind, you can run a standard background check. Tucker: I knew there was a reason I pay you the big bucks. You take care of that, Sof? Sofia: Right away. Tucker: All right. [SCENE_BREAK] Skye: Your concern might be convincing if I didn't know you so well. Jack: Now why do you say that? Skye: If you think my walking away from Adam and the hedge fund will somehow punish him-- Jack: No, this isn't about punishing Adam. Skye: Oh, please. With you, everything is about punishing Adam. Jack: I'm just saying if you can-- Skye: What? That I want Adam to live off the profits I have worked so hard to make while I start from scratch? Fat chance. Skye: I believe you promised me more money. Skye: Thank you. [SCENE_BREAK] (Cell phone rings) Victor: Yes? Jack: What were you thinking bringing that Hightower kid in here? Do you realize what a disaster it would have been if that whole blowup had happened in front of our investor? Victor: For your information, I had no idea that you'd be there. Jack: Yeah, so you say. Victor: What do you mean "So you say"? That's exactly what I say. Nick: (Sighs) Victor: Son. Nick: Hi. Victor: What can I do for you? Nick: I have this check receipt for you. Victor: Okay. Nick: I've just come from accounting. Apparently, you have written a number of checks to an N.A. Partnership these past few months. Victor: Uh-huh. So? Nick: Well, considering the home base for the partnership is actually Jack's home address, I'm assuming the N.A. stands for "Newman Abbott." Victor: So what do you want to know? Nick: Well, I want to know exactly what you and Jack are up to. [SCENE_BREAK] Sharon: What's wrong? Adam: Nothing. Sharon: Really? Oh. Well, you're biting your lip like you do when something's wrong. Adam: Listen, I just-- I'm trying to make a better life for myself, Sharon, and the past is always just right there, you know? Forget it. Forget it. You look upset, too. What's wrong with you? Sharon: Nothing. I'm fine. I'm just completely... (Sighs) I'm a little bit frazzled. Adam: You're not wearing your ring. What's wrong, Sharon? What happened? Sharon: (Sighs) [NEXT_ON] Nina: There's something I want to ask you. There's no pressure, but I'm really hoping you'll say yes. Heather: 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. Victor: I should say go to hell, but I think you're already halfway there, Son.