Still in Dina’s suite, Ravi has a hunch that Ashley’s troubled because she doesn’t know much about Graham. Yes, Dina trusts him – we have the same bond you and Ashley share. Graham’s gone back to Paris to handle something. Yes, Dina’s fine by herself (but looks anything but when she’s left alone)
Jack and Ashley wonder if Graham needs some fast cash while he waits for his inheritance. Jack’s then troubled to hear that Dina talked to Abby about Brent Davis (she didn’t tell her that he’s my Father, Ashley adds) If Abby knew the whole story she might better understand your actions, Jack blurts out.
Jack apologizes – that was out of line. That’s OK – Ashley wishes she could just get past it and appreciate that John was her Father in every way that matters. It’s never mattered to Jack. It makes a difference to Ashley – and it’s hard to forget with Dina here. I’m having an identity crisis (which she knows is ridiculous) Jack’s found this time spent with Dina healing – and thinks that Ashley’s ‘evolving’. When the subject’s changed to Ravi, Ashley exits.
Putting her guitar in the trunk, Tessa fills Mariah in. No, she didn’t see Crystal but it’s definitely Alice and she was definitely trying to get rid of me without making a scene. I’ll find another way in, Tessa vows as she starts the car.
It’s time to go baby, Alice summons Crystal. I thought I could count on you – why are you sending me away? Crystal’s upset. This is a promotion for my prettiest girl, Alice reassures and calls Leon in. No, Crystal won’t be a problem – will you?
Relieved that she texted him, Zack takes a seat across from Abby at the club to apologize again. Abby wonders if she’s finding out how he treats women. Be honest with me. Where were you tonight? What was so urgent that you acted like you don’t give a damn about me?
Ravi gets off the elevator to tell Ashley about his chat with Dina – she compared our relationship to hers with Graham (who’s briefly back in Paris) In conclusion, Ravi’s take was that Dina believes that Ashley will never forgive her past mistakes.
Lauren’s now in Jack’s office going over the sales report. Yes, she’s sure they’re accurate. Jack doesn’t understand BnS’s spike in sales. Lauren does – they’re an established brand with good products that our customers like. In a bad mood, Jack reminds that Jabot and Fenmore’s are partners. Yes, but Lauren still has controlling interest – and don’t you talk about ‘loyalty’ while bullying Phyllis, playing on her insecurities so she’ll go along with your vendetta against Billy. With that, Lauren marches out.
Jabot doesn’t even have a face mask – this will be our ace in the hole, Vikki tells Billy. Suggesting Lily as the spokesperson, Billy wants a ‘little love’ for his time-saving idea. Yes, show him some love, Phyllis appears to say that Billy deserves it. Don’t stop the momentum on my account, she apologizes for interrupting. Text me when you’re ready to leave, Phyllis leaves Billy to give Vikki a worried look.
Still at the club, Zack won’t justify his actions – Abby’s too good for that. He has such respect for her. This isn’t how he treats women – and Abby’s unlike any woman he’s ever known. Blah blah, blah. You have everything – I’m a street kid from a long line of losers. Zack was lucky to have found Abby. This is too good – he’s afraid she doesn’t feel the same way.
On the drive back with Mariah, Tessa chastises herself for leaving without getting inside the house then realizes that going was a mistake – now Alice knows what I look like.
As Alice does her nails, Natalia asks what happened to Crystal – I liked her. Alice does too – you and Crystal are my favorite girls. I once had my own little girl, Alice confides – she died much too young.
At home, Sharon talks to Scott about Alice adopting Cassie – she might think she’s helping these girls, not exploiting them. Her phone beeps to indicate that Alice’s car is on the move.