Vikki doesn’t believe her Father would hurt her that way – but understands why Ashland’s mind would go there. This is too dark, even for my Dad. She’s furious enough that he’s trying to use this lie to break them apart.
An animated Cindy shares the story of her and Noah literally running into each other. Noah picks up the story. Then came dinner – then dessert. Hey dork, Faith shows up. When Noah introduces his sister, Cindy chirps – isn’t it a bit early to introduce me to your entire family? Nobody looks ‘influenced’.
Still upstairs, Mariah and Tessa agree that Faith’s had a rough go – they’re thrilled that she’s focussed on normal things; school, boyfriend. Mariah so appreciates Tessa’s support. You don’t have to be strong for both of us anymore. I’m back on my A-game ~kiss~
Half dressed and cuddling in front of the fireplace, Abby and Chance have so much to look forward to. Suddenly hungry, Chance goes to make a snack. Abby’s left to look troubled.
On the CL’s patio, Faith thinks it’d be nice if Noah found someone. I’m not looking to settle down, he appears to say. Love can be scary, we have to be brave, Faith leaves Noah to admit to his Mom that he’s seeing a few women – nothing to worry about. Why would I worry? Both look over at Tessa.
Nate was with Ashland when he experienced symptoms, I’m his friend, stood up for him at his wedding. Victor understands how it feels to be deceived – but think about Vikki. Why would Ashland do it? Easy answer – he wants control of my company.
Vikki will fight her Father with everything she’s got – he has no idea what I’m capable of! He won’t get away with this! she assures Ashland. You can take my word on that.
Victor’s sure that once Nate looks into Ashland’s reputation and past, he’ll see how it was easy for him to get Vikki to fall in love with him – getting her to merge the companies – befriended you because he needed your medical expertise. Nate resents the implication that he’s too trusting. The man faked his own death to assume someone else’s identity, Nick adds – Vikki knows the allegations in Billy’s article are all true but she believes all Ashland’s excuses. We must put a stop to him – we need your help to do that, they implore of Nate.
Cindy gushes that she’s Tessa’s biggest fan; a superfan – she knows every lyric to every song. When Noah returns, Cindy loudly expresses that she’s having the best date of her life. Why don’t you and your fiancé come with us?? No, they have plans, Noah cuts in. Sharon watches in the background.
Chance thinks it helped opening up. The therapist Sharon referred him to was in the military, so understands what I’m going through. It’s hard to hear people say what happened in Spain isn’t my fault. I try to believe it. If I move past it, am I not betraying my team again? A tear rolls down Abby’s cheek. Chance feels like he owes it to them to keep their memory alive.
Chance knows he needs help and can’t let his pain put a wall between him and Abby. She thanks him for sharing. You are my safe place, he won’t fail this mission.
Mariah Copeland! The other half of Teriah! Cindy was at the concert when Mariah took to the stage – one of the most romantic things I’ve seen in my life. Cindy seems cool, Tessa says to Noah (as Mariah’s left to squirm in the spotlight) Noah makes it clear that he’s just having fun. He’ll leave true love to the experts.
Nate’s still in disbelief. OK, let’s say the doctors are in on the hoax – do you have any evidence that Ashland lied about his condition? Vikki bursts into the office spitting fire – you have crossed the line – there’s no coming back from this!!!!! she glares at her Father.