At The Empty Glass, Jordan looks online for Claire.
Nikki would rather not talk about the woman who’s after her. Seth’s news is that he’s going to rehab. Nikki asks about Isabelle – she doesn’t recognize the name. And why would she avoid me at AA meetings.
Jordan reads online that Claire is staying with the Newmans – she’s the daughter of Vikki and Cole Howard. The family will destroy you like they did my sister, she seethes.
Newman Media will do an exclusive story on you. The whole world will know who I am? it feels strange to Claire. Do you feel ready? Vikki asks. There will be a lot of attention from the press. Nikki runs Newman Media, Victor adds – this will cement your place in the family. Claire asks where Nikki is – is she OK with me moving in?
Victor assures Claire that Nikki’s onboard. She went to the office for a bit – with a security guard.
You and Isabelle were friends back in the day, Seth relays the story Jordan told him. None of that happened, Nikki’s sure. What does she look like? Red hair and glasses. Nikki’s sure she doesn’t know the woman. How did she know that you knew me?
Chris can’t put up with Phyllis anymore – it’s time to draw a line in the sand, she tells Nina.
Phyllis is free all evening. Let’s get dinner out of the way so you can focus on the tour. Danny agrees – that makes sense. Phyllis has one final request.
Phyllis continues to flirt with Danny – she wants him to cook for her.
Victor and Cole go to talk to security. That leaves Vikki to tell Claire that she’s glad she’s home but has concerns about her Dad’s plan. Claire looks forward to meeting her siblings. They’ll accept you, Vikki’s sure
On the patio, Seth tells Nikki that Isabelle saw them at meetings and put two and two together. Could she be wearing a wig? Yes, Nikki believes she might be the woman who’s been tormenting her. Asking for Isabelle’s number, Nikki asks Seth to string her along – don’t ignore her texts. She played me, Seth doesn’t want to put Nikki in danger. No – you’ve given me the upper hand, Nikki says.
Wanting to end the cycle, Chris leaves Danny a message – can we meet tonight? It’s important.
Phyllis wants Danny to make his sauce – like he did for Chris. She’ll buy the ingredients for their good bye dinner,
Jordan is about to leave when Seth arrives at the bar. What aren’t you telling me – what are you trying to pull with Nikki?
Hello Claire, Nikki greets her granddaughter politely – welcome to your new home. I hope you’ll be happy here. We may not have to wait much longer to find out what Jordan has in store. Victor’s back – Jordan will contact us soon. Victor gives Claire a phone. Nikki may have a way for Claire to contact Jordan – she’s made her first mistake.