Vikki’s delighted to get a surprise visit from Billy but looks troubled when he asks her to put her work on hold. This is important – let’s get out of here.
Nick ends a call with Rich by thanking him – give my love to Betsy. ‘Done’, he tells Devon – the inspection’s being done later today; we’ll have the permit by sundown. Rich is a good guy Nick’s known for a long time. Devon jokes about Nick running for office – but Nick’s only plan is to win Chelsea over.
Armed with shopping bags, Chloe joins Kevin on the CL’s patio. He wastes no time announcing that he agreed to do a big favour for Chelsea. You might not be so happy about it when you hear what it is.
Phyllis and Summer take a seat with Chelsea (in TGP lounge) to suggest another Jabot collaboration. Eyes glued to her laptop, Chelsea’s barely listening to Phyllis (who’s thinking of putting a bowling alley on the 7th floor) Get your head in the game, she scolds. Chelsea has a lot going on if you haven’t noticed. Phyllis points out that Summer is also a victim of the Newman family values. She was born into it – you chose it. They’ll throw you under the bus, she warns. Overhearing, Abby appears to defend her Dad’s plan – Adam gone is a win. Abruptly leaving, Chelsea mentions hiring Chloe. Summer following Chelsea out, Phyllis is left to accuse Abby of being a hypocrite – you really think you’re the good guys. Wait – I’m not finished with you, Abby stops her from leaving.
Enjoying a picnic in the park, Vikki doesn’t mind that Billy tricked her into thinking they had something important to deal with. You need this and so do I, he notes that she’s been working long hours.
Grilled by Abby, Phyllis hasn’t spoken to Adam and doesn’t expect to. She has no plan or agenda to bring him back to town. If she did, she wouldn’t be stupid enough to tell Abby.
Back on the patio, Chloe’s onboard with Kevin helping Chelsea launder her millions. It’s a win-win for our family. She still feels bad for Chelsea – Nick kept a secret from her and now she’s keeping one from him. If things don’t work out, at least Chelsea has some serious getaway money.
Chelsea comes home to an apologetic Nick holding flowers. I love you – please give us another chance, he implores.
Arriving at CL’s, Phyllis congratulates Chloe on her new job – welcome to the team. Of course you’ll do a great job – just like when you worked for me at Restless Style. She then asks Kevin where her friend Adam is. Adam doesn’t have friends, he uses people – and Kevin doesn’t think Phyllis should waste her time thinking about him – Adam’s not thinking about you, he’s sure.
Home alone, Devon pulls out Amanda Sinclair’s business card then calls to ask if they can meet later at TGP – I’ll explain when I see you in person.
Billy’s enjoying being out in the sunshine with the woman who saved him from a dark place. He regrets not being there for Vikki and the kids while he was ….. All that matters is now, Vikki gives him a kiss.
Chelsea sets the flowers aside – thanks, but I don’t know what to say. No need to say anything – just be in the moment, Nick wishes he could remove all Chelsea’s stress. How about he returns the favour of a massage. That sounds appealing, Chelsea caves briefly as Nick rubs her shoulders but puts a stop to things when he kisses her neck. Sorry – I got caught up in the moment – it won’t be that easy, she leaves the room.
At the penthouse, Phyllis leaves a message for Adam. You have a lot of people up in arms over you leaving. But you expected that, didn’t you? Wherever you are, call me. We need to talk ~click~