Nick reiterates for Victor that the after-party at Top Of The Towers will still be a successful event whether Nikki plays or not. When Chelsea announces that she has to go home to be with a sick Conner, Nick assures her she won’t be missing anything.
In her dressing room, Nikki gets a visit from a young MS sufferer – and the gift of an orange ribbon. Nikki seems genuinely humbled to hear that she’s an inspiration. Thank you for giving us a voice, the young lady reaches out – to meet Nikki’s steady hands.
As Victor’s talking to Hilary about research, donations and finding a cure for MS, he’s about to make an announcement but instead is summoned backstage by a text. That’s what we call a cliffhanger, Hilary smiles into the camera.
Updating Victor backstage, Abby throws Nick under the bus by mentioning that he was here last night and he could have suggested using Underground’s equipment (as Noah did) Victor is now very proud of Abby.
Knowing his Dad won’t make the announcement, Nick decides it time he let everyone know the concert’s canceled.
Tessa returns to the dressing room to find Nikki moved and determined after her young visitor. Victor appears to say that Abby and Noah have saved the day – it’s time for Tessa to take the stage. Nikki gives her the go ahead – break a leg, she smiles at the orange ribbon. Onstage, Nick’s about to make an announcement but instead introduces Tessa. All are captivated by the song she dedicated to the fierce and talented Nikki)
How did this happen? Nikki’s spellbound. Victor promised he’d never let her down. I love you and I know you love me too. Thank you, Nikki gives him a kiss – and then another. Both have tears in their eyes.
Next: Cane has something to say that the twins need to know. Whatever it is, just tell us, Charlie and Mattie reply …. Onstage, Victor introduces Nikki – who looks nervous at the piano as a hush falls over the crowd.