At CL’s for his usual, Adam talks to Sharon about Chelsea. They’re working together for Connor’s sake but after their last talk, he’s not sure what mood she’ll be in today.
Upstairs, Chelsea is Disney Princess meets Martha Stewart. With a big smile, she gives Connor a hug and a BIG stack of pancakes.
Billy’s glad to run into Lily at Society. Really? her voice is flat. You left before I could say ‘good morning, Beautiful’, Billy keeps trying.
Daniel’s impressed with the tour Summer’s given him of Marchetti/Jabot (which of course ends in front of Jack’s office. But, what’s with all the security? he asks – something I should be worried about?
Nikki and Phyllis arrive at the Abbott house to hear that they’ve accomplished their goal – Diane is officially gone, Ashley announces.
Summer easily changes the subject to the new and exciting project Daniel’s ‘so stoked’ about. They’re happy for one another; both outgrowing their troublesome phase and parents. Lauren happens by to give Daniel a hug and ask about his Dad. After Daniel leaves, she tells Summer that she’s worried about her Mother – hopefully, Daniel being here is a welcome distraction.
Ashley doesn’t know or care where Diane went but she IS gone. Your plan worked, Phyllis (who is skeptical and doesn’t want to hear about Diane hugging Jack, yet again) Nikki’s relieved – we deserve a pat on the back; our families are safe and no one was hurt in the process. Ashley’s not sure that’s true.
Connor reports that the bully was nice to him in school (probably because the guidance counselor made him, but still nice) Feeling good and well rested, Chelsea reassures him that everything’s going to be OK; I’m happy. When Adam arrives, he too comments on Chelsea’s good mood.
Downstairs, Sharon has a brief chat with Faith (on the phone) about her classes before Adam returns with Chelsea and Connor. Sharon’s a good landlord and friend, he says before taking Connor off to school. Her good mood noted for a third time, Chelsea tells Sharon that the next step in her recovery starts with her.
Lily’s sorry – she had a breakfast meeting. With who? Billy’s question makes Lily defensive – you think I’m lying? The meeting was canceled – I can show you the texts if you like. Asking where he was the other night, and hearing he had a run-in with Adam, Lily guesses it was over Chelsea. Yeah, he’s like you, Billy never thought she’d be on the same side as Adam – on anything.
Chelsea’s next step is to make amends. You know that, you’re a therapist, she fumbles awkwardly before launching into a long-winded apology; she’s sorry for seeing (and treating) Sharon as a threat. You have a good heart. You reaching out to me has been literally life-saving. Acknowledging her part, Sharon accepts the apology.
Jack’s hurt. I’ve alienated him, Ashley explains to Phyllis and Nikki (who believes he’ll one day thank them for it)
After Lauren expresses her concern about Phyllis, Jack arrives at the office. Summer claims that Diane no longer works at Marchetti – she was called out of town on a personal emergency. Leaving Lauren looking mildly suspicious, Summer and Jack go into his office to conspire; hopefully, with Diane in hiding, Stark will leave town.
Chelsea wishes she could apologize to Rey. Sharon believes he can hear them – and, he forgave you a long time ago. When Adam returns, Chelsea asks him to come upstairs. Sharon’s left to make a face not exactly befitting an impartial therapist.
Billy again wonders why Lily asked Chelsea to keep her distance from him. That’s not how the conversation went – I said I was rooting for her. She said it meant a lot to her, Lily doesn’t understand why Chelsea’s blaming her. Oh, she doesn’t – but YOU do? She’s pushing me away, Billy believes it’s ‘related’. Why are you so troubled by this? Billy keeps poking. Lily’s not – you’re the one who’s troubled. Do you feel threatened by my closeness to Chelsea? he just can’t let it go.