Aw, how sweet, Lily returns from her business trip to find a card and gift on her desk. Leaving Billy a message, she’ll open the gift when she sees him.
In the studio, Billy’s all organized – Chelsea’s all lame jokes while stuffing her face. She’s pro clutter and crumbs.
Running into Chance at CL’s, Sally asks when there’ll be an update on this mysterious investigation.
His family gathered at the ranch, Victor informs that Chance’s team restored some footage from the gas station. The man who drove away in Ashland’s car was a smoker. This is what Nick expected would happen – what now, Dad?
Yes, Sally does feel the need to prove herself. Chance is sorry about the breakup with Adam, but you’re better off. He’s good at letting people down.
Chelsea continues to badger the ‘uptight’ Billy. But, she doesn’t blame Lily – it’s all on you.
Since Baldwin is busy with ‘other issues’, Nick suggests they hire a ‘crisis PR firm’ to get ahead of the media. He’s not happy that his Dad went to intimidate Sally. When are you gonna get it? You’re just making things worse.
Chelsea wants Billy to relax; be ‘podcast’ Billy. OK, let’s discuss your issues. Bring it on, Chelsea’s had tons of therapy.
Newman Media’s journalistic integrity and reputation will be compromised if every other news outlet reports how Ashland really died. Getting all flustered, Vikki needs air so goes to check on the kids playing outside. It’s not too late to change course, Nick tells his Dad (who announces ‘end of discussion’ and slams out)
Back at CL’s, Sally tells Chance that Adam keeps coming to her in hopes that she can confirm the rumours. It’s not like she can ask Vikki if her Dad had anything to do with Ashland’s death. The Newmans deserve to have this end. Chance’s silence speaks volumes. Nice to see you Ms Spectra. You too Detective. Adam saunters in from the patio. He’s been listening long enough to hear her try to get info out of Chance.
Adam was going to agree to trade secrets with Sally but after hearing her talk with Chance it’s clear she doesn’t know anything. Sally wasn’t about to share what Nick told her with the detective investigating him. OK, but you go first, Adam waits.
Setting the tea he didn’t want aside, Nick pressures his Mom to change his Dad’s mind. Have him meet with Mike to go over his options. If Newman Media censors the story we’ll look guilty of a cover up. Worried about Victor going to prison, Nikki doesn’t see the benefit of Newman Media publishing rumours. Nick’s disappointed – you’re taking Dad’s side.