Glo has turned over a new leaf, yes no more scheming and conniving. Jeffrey is changing too trying to convince Jack to let her live in the mansion. Jack scoffs at the idea while Glo tells Michael his Jack lawsuit is a page from her book. Victor's kids realize they have grown up and changed and finally so has Victor. Adam confronts Sabrina congratulating her on her good fortune and Victor also shares that he plans to speak with Adam about "expanding his role" at Newman. Alistair shares with Jill that Jeffrey has some incriminating evidence on Glo. Jeffrey and Glo plan to split for good. Jack is empty and feels a void in the Abbott Mansion as he calls out for guidance from dear old dad.
Jeff: Hair of the dog? Alistair: Small gerbils seem to have set up their little wheel inside my head. Jeff: It's called a hangover. You were pickled last night. Alistair: I prefer to call it "Festive." Jeff: Really? That's what you call passed out in my wife's bed covered in drool? Alistair: I did not drool, Sir. Jeff: I wanna know what you were doing there, Wallingford. Alistair: A gentleman does not kiss and tell. Gloria: Jeffrey. Gloria: Alistair. Oh, Jeffrey. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Mm-hmm. Yes, we will. Ah. Good morning, Sweetheart. What? That was Jack's attorney. Again. He thinks that he can make the suit and countersuit disappear by, what was it? "Reaching an equitable settlement on this minor matter." (Chuckles) well, no justice--no peace. That pompous blowhard has got to pay in a court of law. What?! [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Sharon? Noah? "Jack, left early to get Fisher to the groomers and take Noah to school. Love, Sharon." I got the place to myself. (Sighs) Jack: Sure is quiet in here. Pop? Pop, you there? I gotta tell you, I'm sure liking this home, sweet, home thing. Come on, don't take it out on me. Gloria wanted to give me the place. It's not my doing, it was hers. You know, for a figment of my imagination, you are one stubborn cuss. Fine, be that way. Jack: Ash, uh, it's Jack. Uh, I hope you have your cell on silent. I just realized as soon as I heard your voice the sun hasn't even risen in Los Angeles. You know what? You don't have to call me back. I was--I was just here in the house, thinking about the good old times. Remember the amazing family breakfasts we used to have here? You, me, Traci, Dad? Mamie's cinnamon rolls. Everybody talking at the same time? Those were amazing times, Ash. We oughta do that again. Come home soon. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Hey, Buddy, what's it gonna be? Adam: Uh, triple espresso, to go, please. Kevin: Wow. Those are usually reserved for the clinically dead. Adam: (Laughs) no, that's me, if I don't get a caffeine fix. I've been working spreadsheets all night. I got a plane to catch, so... Kevin: All right. Felicia: Hey there, pretty boy. (Laughs) Adam: One brief encounter and already she's calling me names. Felicia: I thought you were leaving for New York. Adam: I am. Shortly. Felicia: Maybe I'll see you at the airport. Adam: You heading back to the left coast? Felicia: Yes, I am, in a while. Adam: You plan to see Nick? Felicia: Why? Would you like me to? Adam: I wouldn't be adverse. Felicia: Neither would I. Good luck working with his wife. Adam: Luck is highly overrated. Sometimes, you want something, you just have to go after it. Felicia: You know, I've heard a lot about Victor Newman-- how powerful he is, how driven, how intense. Adam: Sounds about right. Felicia: Then what happened to Nick? He's smart, for sure, but he is so laid back and fun. Adam: And? Felicia: He told me he was the black sheep of the family. Adam: I know you have a point, Felicia. Felicia: Please don't take this the wrong way. Adam: That's usually my line. Felicia: Um... now that I've met you, I see why. You are your father's son. Kevin: Hey, your rocket fuel's up. Adam: That's me. Um, safe flight. I'm sure we'll see each other again soon. Felicia: No doubts. [SCENE_BREAK] Sabrina: His name is Edward Allington. Victor: Mm-hmm. Sabrina: He's British. Enfant terrible. But a visionary. Victor: Do you have a piece in mind? Sabrina: A bronze sculpture. It's very large and imposing and it's from his new collection. Victor: Cool. Sabrina: Do you wanna talk to his dealer? Victor: No, I pay you for your judgment. Sabrina: You trust me? Victor: Completely. Are you worried about what Victoria and others think? Sabrina: Honestly, yes, and it's not just Vicki. It's--it's her brother, also. Victor: Nicholas? Sabrina: No. No. Adam. Victor: Oh. Sabrina: The other day he said something that, um, that bothered me. Victor: Mm-hmm. Sabrina: He insinuated that I... that I seduced you to further my career. Victor: This is ridiculous. Look, when you're with me, you've got to get used to the idea that people talk about us, okay? They've been talking about me for years. I'm used to it. I let it roll off my back. I couldn't care less. I know what I'm doing. And once people read that article in that art magazine-- Sabrina: "Art Forum." Victor: Whatever. They'll realize why I hired you as a consultant. I need to go to work. Sabrina: Okay. Victor: You keep me informed about this artist. Sabrina: Yes. Victor: Okay. Victor: No te preocupes, as they say in Spanish. Don't you worry about a damn thing. Sabrina: Okay. Victor: Okay? Sabrina: Okay. [SCENE_BREAK] Alistair: Ah, Gloria, Gloria, my little sunshine. Jeff: Gloria, my petunia, my potato blintz. Gloria: Look at you two. I'm not playing these games. Not before I've had my coffee. Alistair: Wonderful. I have a table for two. Would you join me? And I must say, you look glowing and last night was magical. Jeff: Magical? Or a mere illusion? Gloria: I'm not having this conversation. Jeff: Why? Guilty conscience? Gloria: I need time to think. Alone. Alistair: You got that, Bardwell? Alone. Gloria: Thank you, Alistair. At least you understand. Jeff: Well, I understand, too. You moved on? Fine. I'll move on as well. Gloria: Meaning what? Jeff: Meaning this farce of a marriage is over. I'll file for divorce immediately, and we both know what that means, don't we, my little kumquat? Gloria: Do what you gotta do, Bardwell. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: We need to depose the emergency room doctor, and I wanna bring in two experts on spinal injuries, oh, and a structural engineer, so they can examine the staircase at the Abbott mansion. It's an old house. It may not be up to code. I know we have other cases. This is priority one. Am I being understood? Thank you. Michael: What? Lauren: Didn't say anything. Michael: You want me to drop the case. Lauren: Do you want the sports? Michael: Ugh. Is, uh, Fenmore still dreaming about taking Summer to the junior prom? Lauren: Haven't heard a peep. Michael: Well... like mother, like son. I'll see you tonight. Lauren: Mm-hmm. Take the sports. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: May I come in? Victoria: What do you want? Victor: I'd like to have a heart to heart. Victoria: That would require you having a heart, Dad. Victor: Sweetheart, that's pretty cold, coming from my daughter. May I speak with you? Victoria: Fine. Just don't expect forgiveness, 'cause you're gonna be disappointed. [SCENE_BREAK] Jill: So? Did you have a fruitful night? Alistair: As in, be fruitful and multiply? Jill: Stop it. You know exactly what I'm asking you. What does Jeffrey have hanging over Gloria's head? Alistair: I-I passed the evening with the two of them, and perhaps this is going to take a little time. Jill: Alistair, you're stalling. Alistair: No, Madam. You know, these matters require finesse. Jill: (Scoffs) something, apparently, you don't posses. All right, that's it. Time's up. Buy yourself a copy of "Backstage." Out with you, audition well. Alistair: Wait, wait, wait, just two days. Jill: No, you have had your last curtain call. Alistair: All right. But there is one thing you might possibly want to hear. Jill: Substance, Alistair. Alistair: I read people quite well, you know? And I have watched Bardwell very closely. And I suspect that he finds you far more fascinating than Gloria. [SCENE_BREAK] Michael: Tell him whatever his expert witness fee is, I'll double it. Yes, that's right. I want Jack Abbott to wish he'd never heard of the word "Stairs." Okay. Jeff: You seen your mother today? Michael: No, which makes it a good day so far. Jeff: I'm worried about her. She's not herself. Michael: Not herself? That would be a bad thing, huh? Jeff: You should know, we're parting ways, divorce. So I need a good attorney. Can you recommend one that's not you? Michael: Divorce? Jeff: Yeah. Michael: And that's all you have in mind? Jeff: She took the news hard. Anything you and your brother can do, maybe take her in for a few days. Michael: No, no, she already asked about that. What's going on here, exactly? Now you're her champion? Jeff: I'm concerned about her. Now might be a good time to have her move in with you. Michael: No. No. No. Even if you and she think I'm a monster. I would be happy to recommend an attorney, if all you have in mind is ending the marriage. You know... if you're so concerned about her, why are you end-- you know, never mind. You two are beyond me. Let's keep it that way. [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: You hungry? Turkey club is today's special. Gloria: Jeffrey's filing for divorce. Kevin: Well, I'm sorry, but we're out of that. How about a ham and cheese on rye? You know what this means, don't you? Gloria: Mm-hmm. Kevin: He's going to the cops. Gloria: I don't know. Probably. Kevin: Call Michael. Gloria: No, no, no, plenty of time for that. Kevin: I'm gonna call him. Gloria: You're a good son, Kevin. Kevin: Well, look, if he's gonna try and send you to prison, then-- Gloria: Maybe it's where I belong. Kevin: Oh, come on, you don't mean that. Gloria: No, no, no, I mean it. I mean it. Maybe it's time for me just to accept what's coming to me. I mean, I couldn't be more miserable. A good long stint in the slammer is exactly what Gloria Baldwin Fisher Abbott Bardwell Bardwell needs. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: I know you have difficulty accepting us. Victoria: I never will. Victor: You know, this is very upsetting to Sabrina. Victoria: Well, that didn't stop her, though, did it, Dad? Victor: But if you could find a way to... deal with this, I think it, uh, would mean a lot to her. Victoria: Oh, it would, wouldn't it? That would make her happy. Victor: Yes. Victoria: And that's why you're doing it. You're doing it to make her happy. You're not doing this for me. You know, I trusted you to look after her. I encouraged her to go and stay at the ranch. And I had no idea, Dad, that you would seduce her. Victor: Sweetheart, I did no such thing. Victoria: Well, then what do you call it? Victor: Look, for your information, this is not just a fling, all right? Victoria: It's been three weeks. How can you possibly know what it is? Victor: Sweetheart, don't you think you're using a double standard? You're allowing your mother to flaunt her relationship with this character that she is with. Why don't you allow me to do the same thing? Victoria: Why don't you just do what you want, Dad? You always do. Victor: My sweetheart, you're my daughter. I love you with all my heart. What you think and what you feel means a lot to me. But please, face reality, okay? [SCENE_BREAK] Kevin: Mom has got some serious, serious problems. Michael: Mm-hmm. Well? Is this about your divorce from Jeffrey? Kevin: How do you know? Gloria: You know? Michael: I saw him at the club. Gloria: Oh, yeah? What did he say? Michael: Prison garb wasn't mentioned. Kevin: No? Michael: No. In fact, Gloria, he seemed... strangely concerned about you. [SCENE_BREAK] Adam: Hi, Sabrina. Sabrina: Hi. Adam: I got the prototype for the debut issue of "Restless Style." Sabrina: Congratulations. I hope you're pleased. Adam: Well, there's always room for improvement. Sabrina: Listen, I don't think you came here to, um, display your publishing expertise. So how can I help you? Adam: No, I didn't. I came to find Nick, actually. I told him I would return this before I left town. Sabrina: Mm-hmm. Adam: Is he around? Sabrina: Uh, no, he's not around because you're on the wrong floor. But, um, you can leave the magazine upstairs with his receptionist. Adam: The doors are still locked. So this is the new space? Good for you. You move fast, I gotta tell you. I mean, you saw an opportunity, grabbed it. Kudos to you. Sabrina: You know what, Adam? I think that somewhere you're really underestimating your father. And I think that's probably not the smartest idea you've ever had. So please, excuse me, I have a lot of serious work to do, okay? And you can leave the magazine on my desk. Adam: Sure. Since you offered. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: So how are Phyllis and the baby? Nick: They're good. Victor: Glad to hear that. Nick: Uh, Dad, I won't wanna be rude, but I came to see Vick. I think she, uh, she needs me right now. She's been under a lot of stress. Victor: And you think that I'm the cause of her stress? Nick: Yeah, I do. Victor: I see. Have you heard that I'm seeing someone? Nick: I have. Doesn't really mean anything to me, though. Victor: It certainly means a lot to your sister. She's upset. Nick: When you father makes a play for your best friend behind your back? I think normal people would be bothered by it, a little disillusioned. Victor: I didn't make a play for her, for your information. Besides that, I don't think my children have a right to dictate who the hell I see. Nick: Your actions speak for themselves. Victor: I think Victoria eventually will get used to the idea. Nick: Don't bet on it. You see, disillusioned is a good word for it, Dad. It means seeing reality as it is, not what you'd like it to be. Victor: Are you done? Nick: The more you tried to exert control over all of us, the more you lost it. Victor: I'm a father. I'm concerned about the well-being of my children. [SCENE_BREAK] Alistair: Ah-ah-ah-ah Jill: Old MacDonald's farm? Alistair: No, my vocal exercises. I have to take care of this instrument. Jill: You're gonna be taking care of that instrument on the sidewalks if I don't get some answers. Now, what makes you think that Jeffrey finds me fascinating? Alistair: A certain way that a man looks at a woman. Jill: I didn't get that from him at all. Alistair: But I am a trained thespian, sensitive to nuances, vibrations. Jill: No vibrations, Alistair. Nice try. Alistair: You're just resisting because Sir Jeffrey is a cad. But many, many women find that exciting. Jill: This woman ain't buying what you're selling. Alistair: You're going to cut off my funds? Jill: Alas. Alistair: Well... perhaps then I will delve into the time that Bardwell threatened Gloria. Jill: Threatened? Alistair: They had a terrible argument and he said something about having the power to put her behind bars. Jill: Alistair, it's your lucky day. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: I just need you to arrange a car to get me to the airport. (Doorbell rings) Jack: Yeah. Thanks. Jeff: You and your family must be ecstatic, having this place to yourself again. Jack: Gee, Jeffrey, great to see you. Come on in. If you're here to collect your seven-figure remittance, you're a little late. That deadline has long since passed. Jeff: I'm not here for money. Jack: Well, that's a first. Jeff: Yeah, I suppose it is. Jack: Well, you're here because you want something. Jeff: This is gonna sound like a strange request. Jack: Well, coming out of you, I'm not sure anything would surprise me. Jeff: I want you to let Gloria move back in. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: So Jeffrey actually seemed concerned about me? Michael: Yes. Gloria: Did he mean it? Michael: I don't know. Gloria: Michael, was he sympathetic or empathetic or somewhere in the middle? Michael: Yes, pathetic. He seemed sincere, but who knows? I've seen you give many an Oscar-worthy performance. Maybe he's as talented as you are. Maybe he's actually learned at the feet of the mistress. Why do you care? Gloria: Who says I care? Michael: You said you cared about the man. That was temporary insanity, of course, right? Gloria: Of course. (Cell phone ringing) Michael: Mmm. Michael. Oh, hello, Frank. Oh, you called Dr. Corgan? That is fantastic. Yes, yes, I owe you a steak dinner. All right. Thanks again, bye. Kevin: Who was that? Michael: That is one step closer to having an expert in traumatic spine injury testify that many times they do not come to light until well after the initial trauma. Kevin: He's gonna testify against Jack? Michael: Oh, let's get a visual, shall we? Here's Jack and here's the mousetrap. Ha! Gloria: Oh! Michael: Yeah. Poor Jack. [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: The, uh, patio okay? Victoria: Yeah, it's great. Hey, uh, that's Felicia Forrester. I met her at your launch party. Nick: Yes. You know, uh, Jabot lent Lily Winters to Forrester so she could model for both companies in the launch issue. It is working out great. Victoria: I am so glad that someone is happy at work. (Sighs) you know... what Dad did was really rotten. Nick: Well, he knows what we think. And I know what you need. Victoria: What do I need? Nick: You need your favorite comfort dessert, banana split, whipped cream everywhere, three cherries. Victoria: Oh, yes, that is my favorite dessert and I need it. Nick: You want me to get it? Victoria: No, thanks, I'm just kidding. I'm--I don't really need a sugar rush right now. What would be nice, though, is if Dad was even just a little bit sorry. Nick: Vick, that would mean admitting a mistake. And we both know Dad doesn't do mistakes. It's not easy, is it? Victoria: What? Nick: Seeing Dad as he really is. Victoria: When I was little and something was wrong, he'd put me up on his lap and he'd tell me that everything was gonna be okay. And I really thought that nothing bad would ever happen. Nick: Ah. I really wish it could be like that for you again. Victoria: Yeah, well, that version of Dad-- the version that cared about my feelings? He doesn't exist anymore. Nick: Hey, don't-- don't do this. Dad didn't change. You did. We did. We grew up. [SCENE_BREAK] [Victor remembering] Nick's voice: The more you tried to exert control over all of us, the more you lost it. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Did Gloria put you up to this? Jeff: No, she has no idea I'm here. How do I explain this? Did you know my brother William? Much better man than I. Jack: I would agree. Jeff: He truly loved Gloria. I know that because he wrote me about her. I came here to use her, plain and simple. The widow had William's cash, I wanted it. But... (Chuckles) somewhere along the way, amidst all the lunacy, something changed. Jack: And what would that be? Jeff: I began to care for the woman. Jack: Jeffrey, you're a grifter. She's a grifter. You found each other. Gee, I get teary just thinking about it. Jeff: (Sighs) this house means as much to her as it does to you. Jack: I have lived in this house my entire life. She parked her sorry butt here, what, two years? My father loved her, I don't. Jeff: She could live in another wing. You'd never even have to see her. Jack: I would sense her. She is quite a presence in a home. Jeff: Jack, it's what your dad would want. Jack: Oh. Wow, that sheds a whole new light on it. What my dad would want? Let me think about this. No. Jeff: Yeah, but-- Jack: No. I finally got that fake fur enemy of the people out of this house. I would sooner walk down the center of Genoa City naked than let her get even one false fingernail in this home. [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Michael. Michael: Don't. Gloria: I just wanna ask you-- Michael: Zip it. Gloria: Okay, but I really-- Michael: No, no, no. There are no buts this time. Lauren was knocked unconscious. Fenmore and I almost lost her all because of some sick joke jack was trying to play on you. If ever there was a man who deserved to be sued, it's him. Gloria: It's my fault. Michael: Oh, partly, it is, yes. Gloria: No, no, no, I'm talking about the way you're going about this. Hell bent on payback. You remind me of me. Ask yourself one thing. Why is this lawsuit so important? Is it really for Lauren and Fen? Is it even about them at all? [SCENE_BREAK] Felicia: Hello, siblings. And future of the Newman line? Nick: Hey, Felicia. Felicia: Hi. Victoria: Hi. Felicia: Victoria, hi, I met you at the party. So this is your beautiful baby boy, huh? Victoria: Yeah, he is, isn't he? It's nice to see you again. Felicia: It's nice to see you, too. Nick, I will e-mail you the new copy on the next set of Forrester ads, but they just need some finishing touches. Nick: Oh, cool. So, uh, you headed back to L.A.? Felicia: No rest for the weary. Keep in touch. Nick: You know I will. Felicia: You should really come visit again-- on business or whatever. Nick: You'll be the first person I call. Safe trip. Felicia: Bye, Victoria. Victoria: Oh, bye-bye. Wow. You are smooth. Nick: Smooth like buttah. Victoria: You really know how to go in there and hook those advertisers, don't you? It's a good thing you're so good looking. Victoria: (Laughing) [SCENE_BREAK] Sabrina: (Speaking French) voilà. Victor: Wow. The gallery's shaping up. Sabrina: Mm-hmm. You're happy? Victor: Very. The question is, are you? Sabrina: Yes. Victor: Do you mean that? Hm? Sabrina: Yes, yes, yes, of course I mean it. Especially that we don't have to sneak around anymore. Victor: Do you think we rushed things? Sabrina: No. No. Mon Cherie, everything that happened between us, and I mean everything, I wanted. Victor: Except what happened to Victoria. Sabrina: I know how much you love your children. Victor: Mm-hmm. Sabrina: And for you to see them pulling away like that-- it must be very painful. Victor: Mm-hmm. Sabrina: And if I'm the cause for that look in your eyes and if you have any regrets... [SCENE_BREAK] Gloria: Hi. Jeff: Hey. Gloria: Can we talk for a minute? Jeff: Sure. Gloria: Hm. Gloria: Jeffrey, don't you think this distance between us is just a little bit silly? Jeff: Yeah, well, finding another man in your bed tends to create a little distance. Gloria: Really? And what about your sexy little kimchee in my living room? Jeff: Why do you care? Gloria: Why do you care? Jeff: It's just as well our marriage is ending. It's not like there was ever anything between us, right? Gloria: I guess you're in the position to know. Alistair: Is this cad being difficult? Gloria: Always. I'm fine, Alistair. Jill: I think we should leave them alone. They're probably having a romantic dinner, hmm? Jeff: Gloria and I have decided to part ways. Gloria: It's for the best. Jeff: Jill, care to join me in a bite to eat? Gloria: Ha. Don't look at me. Have fun. Alistair and I will be ordering room service. Alistair: Well, my little pet, shall we start with, uh, raw oysters and a little chilled champagne? Gloria: Sounds lovely. I'll be up in a moment. [SCENE_BREAK] Lauren: Oh, boy. Oh, that's your limp helium balloon face. Michael: I'm just tired. Lauren: Tough morning? Michael: Hmm. Gloria said something chilling. Lauren: What? Michael: She said I acted like her. Lauren: Interesting. Michael: This lawsuit-- it's for you and Fenmore. You believe that? Lauren: I believe that you believe that. Michael: I don't know. Maybe I did inherit some vengeance gene. Or... on some level, I'm still riding to Gloria's rescue. Michael: You're doing it again. Lauren: Doing what? Michael: You're not talking to me. Lauren: (Whispering) that's because sometimes, my love, you listen better when I don't. Lauren: I'm gonna go check on the baby. Michael: Mmm. Michael: Yes, hello, is Jack Abbott in? Yes, you can take a message. Uh, this is Michael Baldwin. Would you please tell Mr. Abbott that I have made a decision regarding the suit. Yes, thank you. [SCENE_BREAK] Jack: Dad? Did you get a load of what Bardwell said? Let her move back in here? Over my dead body. And yours. Okay, I forgot. You probably agree with him. So lemme have it. You were never shy before. You know, I-I don't know how they do things where you are now, but you may remember, time is money. I got work to do. Fine, you don't wanna talk to me? I certainly feel something is missing around here, but it sure ain't Glori-osity. Dad, are you there? [SCENE_BREAK] Sabrina: Okay. (Speaking French) Au revoir. Nick: The leak you reported? Maintenance is working on it now. Sabrina: Great. Thanks. Nick: Sure. Sabrina: Oh, and Adam left this for you. Nick: Oh, thank you, appreciate it. Sabrina: Sure. Nick? Nick: Yes? Sabrina: About your father and I... I know this is all very awkward, but I truly hope you can understand. Nick: Look, Sabrina, our relationship is strictly business, but I feel like I should warn you. You have no clue what you've gotten yourself into. When they say my father is ruthless, it's not just in a business suit. [SCENE_BREAK] Victor: Off to the airport? Adam: Yes. Celebrities wait for no man. Victor: When will you be back? Adam: Tomorrow. Victor: Then you stop by my office. Adam: Absolutely. Victor: I wanna talk to you about not only the trip, but about an expanded role for you at Newman. Adam: That would be excellent, Sir. Victor: I'm very proud of what you have done so far, all right? You have contributed a great deal. So you have a good trip. Adam: Thank you. Victor: All right. [NEXT_ON] Jeff: I get the settlement, she gets the contaminated face cream. Jana: All of it? Michael: We're not talking to Jack's firm anymore. Lauren: Oh, great. Gloria: I need to help somebody, the more disadvantaged I think, the better.