Holding his stomach, Ashland comes back downstairs to tell Jack that Harrison took everything well – he’s at ease knowing that his son will be in Jack and his family’s hands. Jack lists all Ashland’s undergone recently. He considers Vikki the bright light who’s brought more happiness than Ashland thought possible. She’s a keeper – hold on tight, Jack advises. Ashland intends to.
Running into Devon on the patio, Vikki’s reminded that she hasn’t checked in with Abby about the baby in a while – any word on when Chance will be home? I need to call her and check-in. Devon’s talk with Lily reminded him of the importance of having a sister. Vikki appreciates Lily for stepping up with the kids and is happy that she and Billy are in a great place.
At ChanceCom, Billy tells Lily that he had an ‘interesting’ chat with Vikki. Go on, I love hearing you ruminate about your ex, Lily jokes. She thinks that he and Vikki like having things unresolved; it feeds the competitive vibe. There might be something to that, Billy agrees.
Devon joins Jack in the park as he finishes a call arranging the jet for takeoff to Milan – tonight. Updated that Kyle’s son will be joining him and Summer, thanks to Ashland putting Harrison first while he fights cancer, Devon wishes someone he knew would put his child first. Who? Jack wonders.
When Vikki comes home, Ashland fills her in. It’s done; Harrison will be moving to Italy – he’ll visit when/if he’s up to it. Knowing how hard that must have been, Vikki’s never respected him more. Ashland looks at his life with new perspective thanks to Vikki – and she loves him for the choices he’s made.
Hear me out, Billy suggests a series of online essays about past relationships; a fascinating conversation zooming in on GC, where everyone runs into past lovers. We can call it ‘The Ghosts of Love’. Lily thinks this one of the best dodges Billy’s ever done – you and Vikki don’t want to resolve your issues, she reiterates.
Devon’s been thinking of Chance and his never-ending case. Jack worries about Mariah and Abby – but leaves happy to be off on an adventure to Italy. Devon’s left to make a call – I know you’re busy but I need a favour and it’s important.
Billy loves Lily – there’s no one else. But, he does get to have an opinion when Vikki’s decisions affect his kids. You expect me to believe this is only about the kids? Lily asks. No, not only, Billy concedes.
Ashland has evolved in ways he didn’t think possible thanks to Vikki. He wants to make the most out of every day he has left. Vikki will be right by his side cheering him on. He expects her to do more than cheer – let’s pick a wedding date.
Billy’s been trying to convince himself that Vikki’s doing the right thing by marrying Ashland – but that would be living in denial and ignoring his every instinct.
Ashland wants to choose a date after his first round of chemo – but not too far ahead in case treatment isn’t successful. Vikki’s looks horrified as she tries to smile.
Billy tells Lily that Vikki’s making a mistake in marrying Ashland; maybe the biggest mistake she’ll ever make in her life.