1 00:00:03,670 --> 00:00:04,804 >> Nikki: Well, hello. 2 00:00:04,871 --> 00:00:06,973 I'm glad to see you here. 3 00:00:07,040 --> 00:00:08,808 >> Victoria: You're not surprised to see me back 4 00:00:08,875 --> 00:00:10,043 in Genoa City? 5 00:00:10,110 --> 00:00:11,211 >> Nikki: No. 6 00:00:11,277 --> 00:00:14,314 I saw Nate last night at Neil's tribute, 7 00:00:14,381 --> 00:00:16,483 so I figured you were back, too. 8 00:00:16,549 --> 00:00:18,485 But he didn't tell me why you had to cut 9 00:00:18,551 --> 00:00:19,719 your trip to LA short. 10 00:00:19,786 --> 00:00:22,555 >> Victoria: Uh, well, we accomplished our goal, so, 11 00:00:22,622 --> 00:00:24,124 uh, we decided to head on back. 12 00:00:24,190 --> 00:00:26,593 >> Nikki: What happened to the idea of you extending 13 00:00:26,659 --> 00:00:29,462 your trip there for a working holiday? 14 00:00:29,529 --> 00:00:31,731 >> Victoria: Our plans changed. 15 00:00:37,003 --> 00:00:41,474 >> Audra: Oh, I'll have my usual. 16 00:00:41,541 --> 00:00:42,609 Hey. 17 00:00:42,675 --> 00:00:44,811 You're already back from LA. 18 00:00:44,878 --> 00:00:48,748 Did you find Nate and Victoria hard at work? 19 00:00:48,815 --> 00:00:52,585 >> Elena: They were hard at something, but it wasn't work. 20 00:00:52,652 --> 00:00:53,820 >> Audra: Ugh. 21 00:00:53,887 --> 00:00:56,022 I almost hate to ask. 22 00:00:56,089 --> 00:00:57,957 >> Elena: You should have seen them. 23 00:00:58,024 --> 00:01:03,530 They were so casually intimate, even in a public restaurant. 24 00:01:03,596 --> 00:01:05,799 And their body language gave away everything that was 25 00:01:05,865 --> 00:01:07,567 going on between them. 26 00:01:07,634 --> 00:01:08,635 >> Audra: Oh, my God. 27 00:01:08,701 --> 00:01:11,104 >> Elena: At least Nate had the decency not to deny 28 00:01:11,171 --> 00:01:12,806 what was going on. 29 00:01:12,872 --> 00:01:14,607 He didn't even try to. 30 00:01:14,674 --> 00:01:17,577 He just admitted it flat out. 31 00:01:17,644 --> 00:01:21,614 >> Audra: Elena, I am so sorry that you're going through this. 32 00:01:21,681 --> 00:01:27,320 I'm not sure I could have been as strong or as brave as you. 33 00:01:27,387 --> 00:01:29,656 But what are you gonna do? 34 00:01:29,722 --> 00:01:31,224 What happens now? 35 00:01:42,635 --> 00:01:57,517 ♪♪♪ 36 00:01:57,584 --> 00:02:13,199 ♪♪♪ 37 00:02:14,667 --> 00:02:16,636 >> Chelsea: So, you've noticed it, too? 38 00:02:16,703 --> 00:02:18,605 >> Adam: It's impossible not to. 39 00:02:18,671 --> 00:02:21,608 I mean, ever since we told Connor about Sally's baby. 40 00:02:21,674 --> 00:02:25,578 >> Chelsea: He's been so moody and sullen. 41 00:02:25,645 --> 00:02:27,447 I've been trying to pull him out of it, but-- 42 00:02:27,514 --> 00:02:28,515 I mean, I don't understand. 43 00:02:28,581 --> 00:02:31,718 So, he's okay having a big brother, but he's not okay 44 00:02:31,784 --> 00:02:33,553 now having a younger sister? 45 00:02:33,620 --> 00:02:36,222 >> Adam: Yeah. He and Johnny were already solid as cousins, 46 00:02:36,289 --> 00:02:38,658 but they've really bonded as brothers. 47 00:02:38,725 --> 00:02:40,560 The only thing that I can imagine is the news 48 00:02:40,627 --> 00:02:43,463 about the baby was just one change too many. 49 00:02:43,530 --> 00:02:45,665 >> Chelsea: Yeah. 50 00:02:45,732 --> 00:02:50,003 [ speaking inaudibly ] Adam, I know that look. 51 00:02:58,244 --> 00:03:10,690 Promise me you won't say something negative. 52 00:03:10,757 --> 00:03:12,959 >> Sally: You spent the night. 53 00:03:13,026 --> 00:03:14,727 >> Nick: I mean, how could I leave? 54 00:03:14,794 --> 00:03:16,563 You pretty much demanded I activate my legendary 55 00:03:16,629 --> 00:03:18,264 spooning skills. 56 00:03:18,331 --> 00:03:20,800 >> Sally: Well, you definitely have considerable talent 57 00:03:20,867 --> 00:03:23,870 in that area. 58 00:03:23,937 --> 00:03:25,204 Where are you off to now? 59 00:03:25,271 --> 00:03:27,574 Going home to see Christian? 60 00:03:27,640 --> 00:03:29,576 >> Nick: Yeah, I'm just gonna run home and change and make 61 00:03:29,642 --> 00:03:31,477 sure he gets off to school. 62 00:03:31,544 --> 00:03:34,314 >> Sally: Do you have time to stay here and have 63 00:03:34,380 --> 00:03:35,548 breakfast in bed with me? 64 00:03:35,615 --> 00:03:38,484 It's my treat. 65 00:03:38,551 --> 00:03:42,722 >> Nick: Sounds amazing, but, uh... 66 00:03:42,789 --> 00:03:45,592 >> Sally: But what? 67 00:03:45,658 --> 00:03:48,928 >> Nick: I have some pressing matters I need to handle. 68 00:03:48,995 --> 00:03:50,763 >> Sally: Something tells me I know exactly where 69 00:03:50,830 --> 00:03:52,565 you're headed. 70 00:03:52,632 --> 00:03:55,635 You're off to fight with your father, aren't you? 71 00:04:03,643 --> 00:04:09,616 >> Sally: Nick, can you please not go into battle 72 00:04:09,682 --> 00:04:10,717 with your father over me? Okay? 73 00:04:10,783 --> 00:04:13,052 I already know who Victor is. 74 00:04:13,119 --> 00:04:14,187 All right? I know what he wants. 75 00:04:14,253 --> 00:04:15,021 He wants me gone. 76 00:04:15,088 --> 00:04:16,889 He's made that perfectly clear. 77 00:04:16,956 --> 00:04:19,459 >> Nick: That's not his decision to make. 78 00:04:19,525 --> 00:04:23,296 >> Sally: Well, I'm still here. 79 00:04:23,363 --> 00:04:26,299 Can I please ask you not to turn this into a big 80 00:04:26,366 --> 00:04:30,536 Newman family war? 81 00:04:30,603 --> 00:04:32,171 >> Nick: No war. 82 00:04:32,238 --> 00:04:33,506 Seriously. 83 00:04:33,573 --> 00:04:35,074 I just gotta run home. 84 00:04:35,141 --> 00:04:36,309 And then, uh, get to the office. 85 00:04:36,376 --> 00:04:38,177 I've got a pile of work to catch up on. 86 00:04:38,244 --> 00:04:40,680 What's your day looking like? 87 00:04:40,747 --> 00:04:43,983 >> Sally: Well, I am meeting up with Chloe to go over 88 00:04:44,050 --> 00:04:46,085 some design ideas before we follow up with Jill. 89 00:04:46,152 --> 00:04:49,022 I have been doing tons of research on some workflow 90 00:04:49,088 --> 00:04:52,358 office ergonomics experts, 'cause we really need to add 91 00:04:52,425 --> 00:04:54,560 someone to our team. 92 00:04:54,627 --> 00:04:55,595 >> Nick: I like it. 93 00:04:55,662 --> 00:04:57,897 And speaking from experience, those clunky chairs, 94 00:04:57,964 --> 00:05:00,033 sitting in them all day can really mess up your back. 95 00:05:00,099 --> 00:05:02,101 I'm sure you're gonna find the perfect person. 96 00:05:02,168 --> 00:05:05,738 I have absolute faith in you. 97 00:05:05,805 --> 00:05:07,874 >> Sally: Nicely done, Nick. 98 00:05:07,940 --> 00:05:11,010 You have diverted my attention. 99 00:05:11,077 --> 00:05:14,714 But I'm sorry, I'm not buying it. 100 00:05:14,781 --> 00:05:16,949 Are you sure you're okay with putting what 101 00:05:17,016 --> 00:05:19,686 Victor did behind us? 102 00:05:19,752 --> 00:05:23,456 >> Nick: I'm good. I mean it. 103 00:05:23,523 --> 00:05:26,292 So, just because I'm not sticking around for breakfast, 104 00:05:26,359 --> 00:05:28,628 it doesn't give you permission to skip it. Okay? 105 00:05:28,695 --> 00:05:31,230 I want you to call up some food and then promise me you're gonna 106 00:05:31,297 --> 00:05:33,332 take your vitamins. 107 00:05:33,399 --> 00:05:34,734 >> Sally: I promise. 108 00:05:34,801 --> 00:05:39,639 >> Nick: That's my girl. 109 00:05:39,706 --> 00:05:40,707 Maybe just one more. 110 00:05:40,773 --> 00:05:43,743 >> Sally: Mm-hmm. 111 00:05:43,810 --> 00:05:44,711 >> Nick: Bye. 112 00:05:44,777 --> 00:05:55,354 >> Sally: Bye. [ sighs ] [ door opens, closes ] 113 00:05:55,421 --> 00:05:57,724 Well, you heard the man. 114 00:05:57,790 --> 00:06:01,327 Let's get to work. 115 00:06:01,394 --> 00:06:03,162 Oh... 116 00:06:03,229 --> 00:06:04,831 >> Adam: Let's check back in about Connor later. 117 00:06:04,897 --> 00:06:05,598 >> Chelsea: Of course. 118 00:06:05,665 --> 00:06:07,033 And Adam-- >> Adam: Yeah. 119 00:06:07,100 --> 00:06:09,769 >> Chelsea: You got a lot of time before the baby's born. 120 00:06:09,836 --> 00:06:12,338 Connor will come to terms with being a big brother. 121 00:06:12,405 --> 00:06:14,574 It's just been years of endless change for him 122 00:06:14,640 --> 00:06:15,942 and I think he's hit his limit. 123 00:06:16,008 --> 00:06:19,512 But once he meets his baby sister, he will adjust. 124 00:06:19,579 --> 00:06:24,550 >> Adam: I really wanna believe that. 125 00:06:24,617 --> 00:06:25,685 Billy. 126 00:06:25,752 --> 00:06:30,223 >> Billy: Good morning. 127 00:06:30,289 --> 00:06:31,357 Hi. Look at you. 128 00:06:31,424 --> 00:06:32,558 >> Chelsea: Hi. 129 00:06:32,625 --> 00:06:34,026 What about me? 130 00:06:34,093 --> 00:06:36,095 >> Billy: Well, you're smiling and seeing you smile 131 00:06:36,162 --> 00:06:37,563 makes me very happy. 132 00:06:37,630 --> 00:06:39,265 >> Chelsea: Oh, well, that's a very sweet thing 133 00:06:39,332 --> 00:06:40,700 to say. 134 00:06:40,767 --> 00:06:44,771 >> Billy: And, you know, Adam was surprisingly civil, 135 00:06:44,837 --> 00:06:47,140 so maybe things are coming up roses. 136 00:06:47,206 --> 00:06:48,775 How's everything with Connor? 137 00:06:48,841 --> 00:06:50,042 Is that getting any better? 138 00:06:50,109 --> 00:06:52,478 Is he still giving you the silent treatment? 139 00:06:52,545 --> 00:06:54,947 >> Chelsea: Well, he goes from being sullen and moody 140 00:06:55,014 --> 00:06:57,650 to quiet and withdrawn. 141 00:06:57,717 --> 00:06:58,951 I don't know what to do. 142 00:06:59,018 --> 00:07:00,253 I try giving him space. 143 00:07:00,319 --> 00:07:03,790 I try telling him I'm here if he wants to talk. 144 00:07:03,856 --> 00:07:06,292 I just think I need to come up with the perfect combination 145 00:07:06,359 --> 00:07:08,728 of what to say and how to say it in order 146 00:07:08,795 --> 00:07:10,229 for him to open up to me. 147 00:07:10,296 --> 00:07:11,297 I mean, Adam's trying, too. 148 00:07:11,364 --> 00:07:12,732 Billy, nothing's working. 149 00:07:12,799 --> 00:07:15,234 >> Billy: Well, I know you know this, but part of it is 150 00:07:15,301 --> 00:07:17,270 just his age. 151 00:07:17,336 --> 00:07:19,672 >> Chelsea: I just wanna fix this for him and I don't know 152 00:07:19,739 --> 00:07:21,607 how to do it. 153 00:07:21,674 --> 00:07:23,843 >> Billy: Well, here's the thing about what you went through, 154 00:07:23,910 --> 00:07:27,213 okay? You showed him that it's okay to ask for help when you 155 00:07:27,280 --> 00:07:30,516 need it and to talk about your feelings, okay? 156 00:07:30,583 --> 00:07:33,586 So, don't blame yourself for Connor's normal, if painful 157 00:07:33,653 --> 00:07:35,755 reaction to finding out he's having a new sibling. 158 00:07:35,822 --> 00:07:39,959 He's a bright kid and he trusts you. 159 00:07:40,026 --> 00:07:41,460 >> Chelsea: Yeah. 160 00:07:41,527 --> 00:07:44,096 He's just already been through so much in his short life. 161 00:07:44,163 --> 00:07:46,532 You know, even navigating the stuff between Adam and me. 162 00:07:46,599 --> 00:07:48,568 >> Billy: Well, you know what, that's-- that's always 163 00:07:48,634 --> 00:07:52,205 a difficult situation for parents and for kids. 164 00:07:52,271 --> 00:07:54,273 And he's not even a teenager yet. Okay? 165 00:07:54,340 --> 00:07:55,474 Wait 'til he crashes that party. 166 00:07:55,541 --> 00:07:57,310 He's gonna want even more distance from you. 167 00:07:57,376 --> 00:08:00,046 Hopefully he's not starting early. 168 00:08:00,112 --> 00:08:02,815 >> Chelsea: [ sighs ] I just wanna hold him. 169 00:08:02,882 --> 00:08:06,886 Tell him everything's gonna be okay. [ sighs ] 170 00:08:06,953 --> 00:08:08,621 But he won't let me. 171 00:08:11,958 --> 00:08:14,093 >> Nikki: So, what's going on? 172 00:08:14,160 --> 00:08:15,127 You're not yourself today. 173 00:08:15,194 --> 00:08:16,329 >> Victoria: Oh, no. I'm fine. 174 00:08:16,395 --> 00:08:17,263 I'm fine. 175 00:08:17,330 --> 00:08:19,065 It's just the travel. 176 00:08:19,131 --> 00:08:20,132 >> Nikki: Mm-hmm. 177 00:08:20,199 --> 00:08:22,001 But you got back last night. 178 00:08:22,068 --> 00:08:26,372 So, why didn't you go with Nate to Neil's tribute? 179 00:08:26,439 --> 00:08:28,007 >> Victoria: Because Devon didn't invite me. 180 00:08:28,074 --> 00:08:30,610 I assume that he's still angry that I went after 181 00:08:30,676 --> 00:08:31,777 Chancellor-Winters. 182 00:08:31,844 --> 00:08:34,213 >> Nikki: But I don't think that's what's really 183 00:08:34,280 --> 00:08:38,284 bothering you. Something else is going on and it's not jet lag. 184 00:08:38,351 --> 00:08:42,054 Did something happen? 185 00:08:42,121 --> 00:08:43,122 Victoria? 186 00:08:43,189 --> 00:08:45,892 >> Victoria: Okay. Fine. 187 00:08:45,958 --> 00:08:50,897 Yes, something did happen. 188 00:08:50,963 --> 00:08:54,767 >> Nikki: Business or personal? 189 00:08:54,834 --> 00:08:57,536 >> Victoria: It started off as business, 190 00:08:57,603 --> 00:09:06,045 but my relationship with Nate became much more personal. 191 00:09:06,112 --> 00:09:08,080 >> Sally: Okay. So, great news. 192 00:09:08,147 --> 00:09:11,284 I think I found some really great candidates 193 00:09:11,350 --> 00:09:14,120 for our ergonomics expert and I thought maybe we could 194 00:09:14,186 --> 00:09:16,088 meet with them before presenting a choice to Jill. 195 00:09:16,155 --> 00:09:17,156 >> Chloe: Okay, perfect. 196 00:09:17,223 --> 00:09:20,259 And I've connected with a marketing and social media 197 00:09:20,326 --> 00:09:24,230 web guru who can get our new business on the map. 198 00:09:24,297 --> 00:09:28,000 >> Sally: Look at us, firing on all cylinders. 199 00:09:28,067 --> 00:09:31,437 >> Chloe: Until Jill kills our deal. 200 00:09:31,504 --> 00:09:33,839 >> Sally: That's the sunny optimism we need. 201 00:09:33,906 --> 00:09:35,908 >> Chloe: Well, she's done it before. 202 00:09:35,975 --> 00:09:37,009 >> Sally: Not this time. Okay? 203 00:09:37,076 --> 00:09:38,844 I'm sure that Jill is on our side. 204 00:09:38,911 --> 00:09:41,447 [ phone ringing ] >> Chloe: Is that her? 205 00:09:41,514 --> 00:09:45,084 Is it Jill? 206 00:09:45,151 --> 00:09:47,219 >> Sally: Jill, hi. 207 00:09:47,286 --> 00:09:48,788 We were just about to call you. 208 00:09:48,854 --> 00:09:51,958 You are going to love our latest ideas for your Chicago offices 209 00:09:52,024 --> 00:10:01,033 and we actually have some staffing suggestions that-- 210 00:10:01,100 --> 00:10:02,435 >> Chloe: Oh... 211 00:10:07,673 --> 00:10:11,277 >> Elena: It is over. 212 00:10:11,344 --> 00:10:15,381 I told Nate he could go straight to hell. 213 00:10:15,448 --> 00:10:19,885 >> Audra: Uh, wow. 214 00:10:19,952 --> 00:10:23,789 How are you doing? 215 00:10:23,856 --> 00:10:27,960 >> Elena: Well, I was beyond furious when I left LA, 216 00:10:28,027 --> 00:10:32,765 but now I guess I am just numb. 217 00:10:32,832 --> 00:10:35,401 >> Audra: Do you think you might forgive Nate 218 00:10:35,468 --> 00:10:36,802 for his transgression? 219 00:10:36,869 --> 00:10:38,637 >> Elena: [ chuckles ] No. 220 00:10:38,704 --> 00:10:42,408 There is no going back for us. 221 00:10:42,475 --> 00:10:44,844 I couldn't even sleep in our bed last night. 222 00:10:44,910 --> 00:10:46,078 >> Audra: Mm. 223 00:10:46,145 --> 00:10:51,951 >> Elena: I packed a suitcase, left my key, and I walked away. 224 00:10:52,018 --> 00:10:55,254 >> Audra: You know, when you love someone, um, as much as you 225 00:10:55,321 --> 00:10:59,025 seem to love Nate, you don't just get over it 226 00:10:59,091 --> 00:11:01,093 and forget all the pain. 227 00:11:01,160 --> 00:11:05,331 >> Elena: Even after I left, I couldn't sleep. 228 00:11:05,398 --> 00:11:09,335 I just kept thinking about why I put so much energy 229 00:11:09,402 --> 00:11:11,837 into that relationship. 230 00:11:11,904 --> 00:11:14,440 And then it finally occurred to me that it was because 231 00:11:14,507 --> 00:11:16,475 of what we did to Devon. 232 00:11:16,542 --> 00:11:21,147 I guess I felt like... 233 00:11:21,213 --> 00:11:25,651 if my relationship with Nate wasn't real and lasting, 234 00:11:25,718 --> 00:11:27,620 then I hurt Devon for nothing. 235 00:11:27,686 --> 00:11:30,923 >> Audra: No, I'm sure it wasn't just for nothing. 236 00:11:30,990 --> 00:11:36,095 >> Elena: I put everything I had into that relationship. 237 00:11:36,162 --> 00:11:39,632 I bent over backwards making excuses for Nate. 238 00:11:39,698 --> 00:11:42,735 I held on to hope that he would somehow revert back into the man 239 00:11:42,802 --> 00:11:43,836 that I fell in love with. 240 00:11:43,903 --> 00:11:48,340 But I am done trying to save Nate from himself. 241 00:11:48,407 --> 00:11:52,478 And I know that none of this is my fault. It's all on him. 242 00:11:52,545 --> 00:11:55,281 And I've been disappointed with him since the day 243 00:11:55,347 --> 00:11:57,083 that he started working at Chancellor-Winters. 244 00:11:57,149 --> 00:12:00,486 But now... 245 00:12:00,553 --> 00:12:03,923 I'm just disgusted. 246 00:12:03,989 --> 00:12:06,325 So, Victoria can have him. 247 00:12:06,392 --> 00:12:10,796 In fact, they deserve each other. 248 00:12:10,863 --> 00:12:15,534 >> Nikki: So, when you say something more than business, 249 00:12:15,601 --> 00:12:22,541 am I to assume that you-- >> Victoria: Yes, Mom, 250 00:12:22,608 --> 00:12:25,811 you can assume. 251 00:12:25,878 --> 00:12:28,147 >> Nikki: Well, I'm very surprised to hear that 252 00:12:28,214 --> 00:12:30,649 because I thought Nate and Elena were still together. 253 00:12:30,716 --> 00:12:31,884 >> Victoria: They were. 254 00:12:31,951 --> 00:12:34,753 Until she surprised us both and showed up at the hotel 255 00:12:34,820 --> 00:12:36,989 in Los Angeles. 256 00:12:37,056 --> 00:12:39,325 Apparently, she sensed that something was going on, 257 00:12:39,391 --> 00:12:42,328 so Nate confessed. 258 00:12:42,394 --> 00:12:44,563 >> Nikki: So, this has been going on for a while? 259 00:12:44,630 --> 00:12:45,498 >> Victoria: Yes. 260 00:12:45,564 --> 00:12:48,434 This mutual attraction that we share has been 261 00:12:48,501 --> 00:12:50,302 building for some time. 262 00:12:50,369 --> 00:12:53,806 And you're right, we have acted on it before 263 00:12:53,873 --> 00:12:56,075 this trip to Los Angeles. 264 00:12:56,142 --> 00:12:58,611 >> Nikki: You know, I see so much of your father in you. 265 00:12:58,677 --> 00:13:02,348 You're taking the same tone he would have, almost daring 266 00:13:02,414 --> 00:13:04,150 anybody who questions his decisions. 267 00:13:04,216 --> 00:13:05,985 >> Victoria: And Dad would be right in that regard. 268 00:13:06,051 --> 00:13:07,353 This is my life. 269 00:13:07,419 --> 00:13:09,288 I know what I feel. 270 00:13:09,355 --> 00:13:12,158 And Nate and I, we tried very hard to keep things 271 00:13:12,224 --> 00:13:15,628 professional, but we can't deny this connection that we have. 272 00:13:15,694 --> 00:13:19,365 And I'm sorry I can't control what people think about that. 273 00:13:19,431 --> 00:13:20,466 >> Nikki: Okay. 274 00:13:20,533 --> 00:13:21,700 All right. That's fine. 275 00:13:21,767 --> 00:13:24,136 You feel the way you feel. 276 00:13:24,203 --> 00:13:28,140 But exactly what is this undeniable connection 277 00:13:28,207 --> 00:13:29,341 the two of you share? 278 00:13:29,408 --> 00:13:31,844 And have you taken a moment to consider how that might 279 00:13:31,911 --> 00:13:33,445 impact the company? 280 00:13:39,885 --> 00:13:41,353 >> Nick: Morning, guys. 281 00:13:41,420 --> 00:13:44,323 >> Billy: Hey. 282 00:13:44,390 --> 00:13:46,458 >> Nick: Morning, Dad. 283 00:13:46,525 --> 00:13:48,894 >> Victor: Hey, son. 284 00:13:48,961 --> 00:13:53,399 >> Nick: Just can't help yourself, can you? 285 00:13:53,465 --> 00:13:55,301 >> Victor: What are you talking about? 286 00:13:55,367 --> 00:13:58,671 >> Nick: You keep interfering in Sally's life, but this time 287 00:13:58,737 --> 00:14:00,339 you've gone too far. 288 00:14:00,406 --> 00:14:01,540 >> Victor: Really? 289 00:14:01,607 --> 00:14:04,043 >> Nick: Now you don't just wanna banish her from the family 290 00:14:04,109 --> 00:14:06,078 or Genoa City, now you wanna take 291 00:14:06,145 --> 00:14:07,613 her baby away from her. 292 00:14:12,551 --> 00:14:15,988 >> Sally: Thanks, Jill. 293 00:14:16,055 --> 00:14:17,690 >> Chloe: What did she say? 294 00:14:17,756 --> 00:14:19,358 Was it as bad as it sounded? 295 00:14:19,425 --> 00:14:23,429 Have we been fired before we've even been hired? 296 00:14:23,495 --> 00:14:26,365 >> Sally: So, even though Jill is still very intrigued 297 00:14:26,432 --> 00:14:29,835 by our pitch, she wants to wait. 298 00:14:29,902 --> 00:14:33,038 Just Chancellor-Winters has decided not to take on any large 299 00:14:33,105 --> 00:14:35,975 scale commercial projects for the foreseeable future. 300 00:14:36,041 --> 00:14:40,613 So, good news is it's not a no, just a not right now. 301 00:14:40,679 --> 00:14:43,983 >> Chloe: Well, it's a good thing I didn't order those 302 00:14:44,049 --> 00:14:45,551 5,000 new desk lamps. 303 00:14:45,618 --> 00:14:48,187 [ Sally scoffs ] So, now what? 304 00:14:48,254 --> 00:14:51,457 [ scoffs ] What, are we supposed to just sit around and wait? 305 00:14:51,523 --> 00:14:53,392 Or are we supposed to look elsewhere? 306 00:14:53,459 --> 00:14:54,493 >> Sally: I don't know. 307 00:14:54,560 --> 00:14:57,863 We've been so focused on the potential of this massive 308 00:14:57,930 --> 00:15:02,368 job that we haven't even tried to pursue any other clients. 309 00:15:02,434 --> 00:15:05,471 I just was really counting on catching the big fish 310 00:15:05,537 --> 00:15:08,374 and using it as bait to open countless more doors for us. 311 00:15:08,440 --> 00:15:10,909 >> Chloe: And without it, we have no portfolio 312 00:15:10,976 --> 00:15:12,544 and no track record to tout. 313 00:15:12,611 --> 00:15:15,214 >> Sally: Yeah, unfortunately, we are back at square one. 314 00:15:15,281 --> 00:15:21,654 [ Chloe sighs ] >> Adam: What's going on? 315 00:15:21,720 --> 00:15:25,824 >> Chloe: Um, okay, well, I guess I should get going. 316 00:15:25,891 --> 00:15:30,529 Um, you know, I have to actually pick up some 317 00:15:30,596 --> 00:15:34,366 snacks for Miles' class party anyway. 318 00:15:34,433 --> 00:15:35,768 Just, we'll talk tomorrow. 319 00:15:35,834 --> 00:15:39,305 Okay? And I don't want you to stress anymore over this, 320 00:15:39,371 --> 00:15:44,176 because we are going to come back stronger and better 321 00:15:44,243 --> 00:15:45,477 than ever. 322 00:15:45,544 --> 00:15:48,247 How's that for phony optimism? 323 00:15:52,418 --> 00:16:00,859 [ Adam clearing throat ] >> Adam: How bad is it? 324 00:16:01,427 --> 00:16:04,730 >> Sally: Well, it appears that I won't have any income 325 00:16:04,797 --> 00:16:07,800 coming in anytime soon. 326 00:16:07,866 --> 00:16:10,803 The design job that Chloe and I were hoping to score 327 00:16:10,869 --> 00:16:12,504 has been postponed indefinitely. 328 00:16:12,571 --> 00:16:16,342 >> Adam: I am sorry to hear that. 329 00:16:16,408 --> 00:16:18,477 Man, that's bad timing. 330 00:16:18,544 --> 00:16:20,412 You would've done great in the job. 331 00:16:20,479 --> 00:16:23,349 >> Sally: Yeah, I have a feeling we absolutely 332 00:16:23,415 --> 00:16:24,850 would've killed it. 333 00:16:24,917 --> 00:16:27,486 But unfortunately, Chloe and I put all of our eggs 334 00:16:27,553 --> 00:16:28,987 in one basket. 335 00:16:29,054 --> 00:16:32,925 But at least I still have some savings to rely on, so... 336 00:16:32,991 --> 00:16:36,462 >> Adam: Okay. I'm not liking the sound of that. 337 00:16:36,528 --> 00:16:41,367 Once you dip into that, it's gone forever. 338 00:16:41,433 --> 00:16:44,336 I-- I have another idea. 339 00:16:44,403 --> 00:16:46,171 >> Sally: Okay. Please tell me you're not talking about 340 00:16:46,238 --> 00:16:47,673 the trust for our daughter, because there's absolutely 341 00:16:47,740 --> 00:16:49,775 no way that I'm gonna accept that for myself. 342 00:16:49,842 --> 00:16:51,777 >> Adam: No, no. No, you're misunderstanding me completely. 343 00:16:51,844 --> 00:16:53,345 I'm not offering you cash. 344 00:16:53,412 --> 00:16:57,416 I'm offering you a job, working for me. 345 00:17:05,124 --> 00:17:09,428 [ Nick sighs ] >> Chelsea: I wonder what 346 00:17:09,495 --> 00:17:10,596 that's about. 347 00:17:10,662 --> 00:17:12,431 >> Billy: [ chuckles ] It's Victor being Victor, you know? 348 00:17:12,498 --> 00:17:14,933 Spreading joy and sunshine everywhere he goes. 349 00:17:15,000 --> 00:17:17,069 Whatever it is, I think it's best that we stay 350 00:17:17,136 --> 00:17:18,370 far away from that. 351 00:17:18,437 --> 00:17:20,939 >> Chelsea: Oh, I agree, wholeheartedly. 352 00:17:21,006 --> 00:17:23,609 The last thing I need is Victor using any of his classic 353 00:17:23,675 --> 00:17:26,612 Victor Newman moves to try to handle any of my son's issues. 354 00:17:26,678 --> 00:17:28,480 >> Billy: That's a very good point. You know what? 355 00:17:28,547 --> 00:17:30,215 I think I might have a potential solution 356 00:17:30,282 --> 00:17:31,650 of my own on that matter. 357 00:17:31,717 --> 00:17:36,054 What about a-- a classic distraction for the young man? 358 00:17:36,121 --> 00:17:37,956 >> Chelsea: Like what? 359 00:17:38,023 --> 00:17:40,259 >> Billy: Why don't we plan another get-together 360 00:17:40,325 --> 00:17:41,326 for Johnny and Connor? 361 00:17:41,393 --> 00:17:44,129 You know, our boys always have a good time together. 362 00:17:44,196 --> 00:17:46,165 They happen to cheer each other up, which is always good. 363 00:17:46,231 --> 00:17:49,301 And it could be a fantastic reminder for Connor that having 364 00:17:49,368 --> 00:17:51,570 a sibling-- not all that bad. 365 00:17:51,637 --> 00:17:53,172 >> Chelsea: I love that idea. 366 00:17:53,238 --> 00:17:55,007 Anything to get Connor out of this funk. 367 00:17:55,073 --> 00:17:55,841 >> Billy: Yeah. 368 00:17:55,908 --> 00:17:57,075 >> Chelsea: Hey! 369 00:17:57,142 --> 00:17:58,243 >> Chloe: Hey. 370 00:17:58,310 --> 00:17:59,077 >> Chelsea: Uh-oh. 371 00:17:59,144 --> 00:18:01,213 I know that look. What's wrong? 372 00:18:01,280 --> 00:18:05,684 >> Chloe: Oh, a big fat disappointing setback. 373 00:18:05,751 --> 00:18:07,686 >> Chelsea: What happened? 374 00:18:07,753 --> 00:18:10,255 >> Chloe: Um, Jill's not moving forward with our project. 375 00:18:10,322 --> 00:18:12,090 And we were on such a roll. 376 00:18:12,157 --> 00:18:14,393 We were this close to signing a deal. 377 00:18:14,460 --> 00:18:16,962 >> Billy: I'm sorry to hear that. Do you, uh-- do you want 378 00:18:17,029 --> 00:18:19,231 me to put in a good word with my mother? 379 00:18:19,298 --> 00:18:21,133 >> Chloe: Um, would that work? 380 00:18:21,200 --> 00:18:23,101 Does she ever listen to you? 381 00:18:23,168 --> 00:18:25,204 >> Billy: First time for everything. 382 00:18:25,270 --> 00:18:29,074 >> Chloe: [ laughs ] Thanks, but no. 383 00:18:29,141 --> 00:18:32,211 I'm just, you know, gonna try to look on the bright side. 384 00:18:32,277 --> 00:18:36,215 I mean, it's really hard to do considering the circumstances. 385 00:18:36,281 --> 00:18:38,617 I mean, you just think you're gonna take over 386 00:18:38,684 --> 00:18:40,419 the world and everything just goes, "Pfffft." 387 00:18:40,486 --> 00:18:43,121 >> Chelsea: I know what you need. A girl's night. 388 00:18:43,188 --> 00:18:44,122 It's been too long. 389 00:18:44,189 --> 00:18:46,925 >> Chloe: [ laughs ] No, what we need is a girls' 390 00:18:46,992 --> 00:18:48,594 two week vacation-- >> Chelsea: Ah. 391 00:18:48,660 --> 00:18:52,498 >> Chloe: But, um, yeah, I'll settle for a night out. 392 00:18:52,564 --> 00:18:54,066 >> Chelsea: Yeah, you're right. 393 00:18:54,132 --> 00:18:56,602 If I don't leave now, I'm gonna be late for therapy. 394 00:18:56,668 --> 00:18:58,437 I'm not letting you skate on a girl's night. 395 00:18:58,504 --> 00:19:01,073 And as for you, I'll call you later. 396 00:19:01,139 --> 00:19:02,074 >> Billy: Sounds good. 397 00:19:02,140 --> 00:19:03,075 >> Chelsea: Bye. 398 00:19:03,141 --> 00:19:04,109 >> Chloe: Bye. 399 00:19:04,176 --> 00:19:09,214 [ footsteps receding ] >> Chloe: Well, well, well. 400 00:19:09,281 --> 00:19:13,218 Look at you, Mr. Responsibility. 401 00:19:13,285 --> 00:19:15,254 You've really stepped up. 402 00:19:18,423 --> 00:19:20,726 >> Victor: So, that's how Sally Spectra 403 00:19:20,792 --> 00:19:23,061 described our meeting? 404 00:19:23,128 --> 00:19:27,366 That I was ready to kidnap her child that hasn't 405 00:19:27,432 --> 00:19:28,867 even been born yet? 406 00:19:28,934 --> 00:19:31,436 That's a gross misinterpretation of what I intended. 407 00:19:31,503 --> 00:19:34,072 >> Nick: We both know that's not the case. 408 00:19:34,139 --> 00:19:39,244 >> Victor: Do I have to remind you that we are the Newmans? 409 00:19:39,311 --> 00:19:41,813 Do you know how many people over the past have tried to take 410 00:19:41,880 --> 00:19:44,583 advantage of us, and still do? 411 00:19:44,650 --> 00:19:46,818 That's what I'm vigilant against. 412 00:19:46,885 --> 00:19:48,053 >> Nick: She's having a baby. 413 00:19:48,120 --> 00:19:49,254 That is your defense? 414 00:19:49,321 --> 00:19:51,323 >> Victor: I will not be taken advantage of. 415 00:19:51,390 --> 00:19:53,759 >> Nick: Okay, so, you're trying to pay off the mother 416 00:19:53,825 --> 00:19:54,726 of your granddaughter. 417 00:19:54,793 --> 00:19:56,228 That is an overreaction. 418 00:19:56,295 --> 00:19:58,564 But thankfully, Sally told you she is not for sale. 419 00:19:58,630 --> 00:20:00,165 >> Victor: Huh? 420 00:20:00,232 --> 00:20:02,901 Has it occurred to you that by turning me down, 421 00:20:02,968 --> 00:20:06,572 she was simply angling for, you know, 422 00:20:06,638 --> 00:20:08,440 something more substantial? 423 00:20:08,507 --> 00:20:10,309 Upping the ante, as it were? 424 00:20:10,375 --> 00:20:12,344 >> Nick: This is not a negotiation. 425 00:20:12,411 --> 00:20:14,112 >> Victor: Everything is negotiable, son. 426 00:20:14,179 --> 00:20:15,247 >> Nick: It's not, Dad. 427 00:20:15,314 --> 00:20:18,917 Not this. See, I know you would never try and take away 428 00:20:18,984 --> 00:20:20,152 a baby from its mother. 429 00:20:20,218 --> 00:20:22,821 >> Victor: From the wrong mother, I damn well would. 430 00:20:22,888 --> 00:20:23,922 >> Nick: No, you wouldn't. 431 00:20:23,989 --> 00:20:26,692 It goes against everything that you stand for. 432 00:20:26,758 --> 00:20:28,360 This is one of your tests. 433 00:20:28,427 --> 00:20:30,128 But see, Sally doesn't know that. 434 00:20:30,195 --> 00:20:33,465 She thinks it's a legitimate offer, but she turned you down. 435 00:20:33,532 --> 00:20:35,200 She passed your test. 436 00:20:35,267 --> 00:20:37,669 Leave her and the baby alone. 437 00:20:43,075 --> 00:20:46,144 >> Sally: How am I supposed to work for you when you don't even 438 00:20:46,211 --> 00:20:47,346 work anywhere yourself? 439 00:20:47,412 --> 00:20:51,984 >> Adam: [ scoffs ] I'm talking about McCall. 440 00:20:52,050 --> 00:20:55,287 It's the most appealing offer on the table for me right now. 441 00:20:55,354 --> 00:20:57,889 And if it comes with the added benefit of providing you 442 00:20:57,956 --> 00:21:00,392 with gainful employment, what's stopping you from taking 443 00:21:00,459 --> 00:21:01,426 me up on my offer? 444 00:21:01,493 --> 00:21:02,661 >> Sally: Wait, hold on. 445 00:21:02,728 --> 00:21:04,463 An offer? 446 00:21:04,529 --> 00:21:07,399 So-- so, you haven't even accepted, but suddenly you would 447 00:21:07,466 --> 00:21:10,002 if it meant handing me a job? 448 00:21:10,068 --> 00:21:11,103 >> Adam: Okay. Yeah. 449 00:21:11,169 --> 00:21:15,173 It wouldn't all be for you. 450 00:21:15,240 --> 00:21:17,609 I've been leaning in this direction for quite a while now. 451 00:21:17,676 --> 00:21:20,145 I've been giving it some serious consideration ever since 452 00:21:20,212 --> 00:21:21,279 my dad mentioned it. 453 00:21:21,346 --> 00:21:24,182 I mean, I think it's perfect, especially since I've been 454 00:21:24,249 --> 00:21:25,417 itching for a new challenge. 455 00:21:25,484 --> 00:21:27,319 >> Sally: Don't you think you're getting a little ahead 456 00:21:27,386 --> 00:21:29,121 of yourself? Because knowing Victor, the second you say 457 00:21:29,187 --> 00:21:30,756 you're in, he's probably gonna change his mind. 458 00:21:30,822 --> 00:21:32,157 >> Adam: Okay, it's-- fair assessment, 459 00:21:32,224 --> 00:21:33,625 but not this time. 460 00:21:33,692 --> 00:21:36,094 And I know how companies like McCall work. 461 00:21:36,161 --> 00:21:38,196 There's plenty of positions that you could fill. 462 00:21:38,263 --> 00:21:41,099 You could even be my COO again. 463 00:21:41,166 --> 00:21:44,536 Or how about a in-house design firm for any and all projects? 464 00:21:44,603 --> 00:21:46,605 >> Sally: Adam-- >> Adam: Look, I know. 465 00:21:46,672 --> 00:21:47,372 Hey, how about this. 466 00:21:47,439 --> 00:21:50,208 You could name your own position. 467 00:21:50,275 --> 00:21:51,943 You could even bring Chloe along. 468 00:21:52,010 --> 00:21:54,146 >> Sally: Okay. Look, just-- just slow down. Okay? 469 00:21:54,212 --> 00:21:55,347 This is way too much, too fast. 470 00:21:55,414 --> 00:21:58,216 I just need you to just take a second and think this through. 471 00:21:58,283 --> 00:21:59,418 >> Adam: Mm-hmm. 472 00:21:59,484 --> 00:22:02,888 >> Sally: Okay? Because for one thing, Victor would lose it 473 00:22:02,954 --> 00:22:05,223 if you brought me in. 474 00:22:05,290 --> 00:22:07,225 And if he really is the money behind the acquisition, 475 00:22:07,292 --> 00:22:09,327 there's absolutely no way he's gonna want me 476 00:22:09,394 --> 00:22:10,829 anywhere near his new company. 477 00:22:10,896 --> 00:22:12,664 >> Adam: Mm-hmm. 478 00:22:12,731 --> 00:22:16,168 >> Sally: Or his sons. 479 00:22:16,234 --> 00:22:19,304 He just got done pushing me to take a job far away 480 00:22:19,371 --> 00:22:20,906 from Genoa city. 481 00:22:20,972 --> 00:22:22,107 >> Adam: Wait, wait. 482 00:22:22,174 --> 00:22:24,009 My father did what? 483 00:22:24,076 --> 00:22:26,311 >> Sally: He offered to set me up anywhere in the world, 484 00:22:26,378 --> 00:22:28,346 but not here. 485 00:22:28,413 --> 00:22:32,184 As long as I left the baby with him. 486 00:22:32,250 --> 00:22:36,121 But he assured me that she was gonna be taken care of 487 00:22:36,188 --> 00:22:38,256 under his watchful eye. 488 00:22:47,899 --> 00:22:50,902 >> "The Young and The Restless" will continue. 489 00:23:02,848 --> 00:23:07,419 ♪♪♪ 490 00:23:09,187 --> 00:23:11,223 >> Adam: That's why Victor called you and he wanted 491 00:23:11,289 --> 00:23:12,457 to see you. 492 00:23:12,524 --> 00:23:14,559 I knew I should've gone with you. 493 00:23:14,626 --> 00:23:17,195 >> Sally: Trust me, I handled it just fine on my own. 494 00:23:17,262 --> 00:23:18,997 >> Adam: I do trust you. 495 00:23:19,064 --> 00:23:20,999 It's him that I have a problem with. 496 00:23:21,066 --> 00:23:23,769 >> Sally: Okay. Just please do me a favor, okay? 497 00:23:23,835 --> 00:23:25,904 Don't go fanning the flames by confronting Victor. 498 00:23:25,971 --> 00:23:28,373 The last thing that we need right now is to wave 499 00:23:28,440 --> 00:23:30,008 a red flag in front of the bull. 500 00:23:30,075 --> 00:23:32,410 Okay? I just had to talk Nick out of doing the exact 501 00:23:32,477 --> 00:23:33,178 same thing. 502 00:23:33,245 --> 00:23:34,412 >> Adam: Oh, and he listened? 503 00:23:34,479 --> 00:23:35,280 I'm surprised. 504 00:23:35,347 --> 00:23:37,048 >> Sally: Yeah, me, too. 505 00:23:37,115 --> 00:23:39,618 But I wouldn't have had to talk Nick off the walls 506 00:23:39,684 --> 00:23:42,587 if you hadn't tipped him off to Victor's summons. 507 00:23:42,654 --> 00:23:44,556 >> Adam: Oh, come on. 508 00:23:44,623 --> 00:23:46,892 Give me a little credit for how I handled things 509 00:23:46,958 --> 00:23:47,959 with my brother. 510 00:23:48,026 --> 00:23:50,362 We actually found some common ground. Protecting you 511 00:23:50,428 --> 00:23:53,031 and the baby is at the top of both our priority lists. 512 00:23:53,098 --> 00:23:56,868 >> Sally: I appreciate the impulse, but not the action. 513 00:23:56,935 --> 00:23:59,604 Look, I faced stuff like this my entire life, okay? 514 00:23:59,671 --> 00:24:01,573 And I'm not gonna pretend like it still doesn't sting, 515 00:24:01,640 --> 00:24:03,875 but I don't need protection from it. 516 00:24:03,942 --> 00:24:06,244 >> Adam: Well, you shouldn't have to. You should be resting 517 00:24:06,311 --> 00:24:08,113 right now and getting ready to have-- 518 00:24:08,180 --> 00:24:09,915 >> Sally: I'm not a damsel in distress, okay? 519 00:24:09,981 --> 00:24:11,049 You don't have to save me. 520 00:24:11,116 --> 00:24:12,984 I've always fought my own battles. 521 00:24:13,051 --> 00:24:14,152 >> Adam: Right. 522 00:24:14,219 --> 00:24:18,990 But now you're not just fighting for yourself. 523 00:24:19,057 --> 00:24:23,094 >> Audra: I hate seeing you like this. 524 00:24:23,161 --> 00:24:26,598 >> Elena: Well, I appreciate your support. 525 00:24:26,665 --> 00:24:31,403 And I have a lot of big decisions to make. 526 00:24:31,469 --> 00:24:34,206 But I guess I should start heading to work. 527 00:24:34,272 --> 00:24:39,077 >> Audra: Uh, and which job is that? Just asking. 528 00:24:39,144 --> 00:24:41,012 >> Elena: The hospital. 529 00:24:41,079 --> 00:24:43,949 I have to make up a shift that I traded so that I could go 530 00:24:44,015 --> 00:24:45,517 to LA. 531 00:24:45,584 --> 00:24:47,085 And I know why you asked. 532 00:24:47,152 --> 00:24:49,554 And no, I don't know what's gonna happen with 533 00:24:49,621 --> 00:24:51,590 my podcast at Newman yet. 534 00:24:51,656 --> 00:24:54,259 >> Audra: I mean, I can't imagine it'll be easy working 535 00:24:54,326 --> 00:24:57,696 for a company run by Nate and Victoria. 536 00:24:57,762 --> 00:24:58,897 >> Elena: Yeah, you think? 537 00:24:58,964 --> 00:25:01,867 >> Audra: Look, but then again, I don't think you should 538 00:25:01,933 --> 00:25:04,970 turn your back on something you enjoy, especially when 539 00:25:05,036 --> 00:25:08,073 you're so good at it. 540 00:25:08,139 --> 00:25:10,909 You should walk in there with your head held high 541 00:25:10,976 --> 00:25:12,210 and knock 'em dead. 542 00:25:12,277 --> 00:25:15,614 Yeah. Maybe follow up on that interview with J.T. 543 00:25:15,680 --> 00:25:20,118 Try and convince him to-- to come in person. 544 00:25:20,185 --> 00:25:27,659 That would be a real slap in the face to Victoria. 545 00:25:27,726 --> 00:25:31,963 >> Victoria: Mom, please don't be so worried. 546 00:25:32,030 --> 00:25:35,233 I am still on top of my game and Nate is as well. 547 00:25:35,300 --> 00:25:38,069 I mean, how could the business suffer? I-- I'm not gonna let 548 00:25:38,136 --> 00:25:41,940 anything interfere with Newman continuing to flourish. 549 00:25:42,007 --> 00:25:45,076 >> Nikki: You are entering into a personal relationship 550 00:25:45,143 --> 00:25:49,014 with a man who is fully ensconced in our business. 551 00:25:49,080 --> 00:25:51,950 I just worry about you being involved in something like that. 552 00:25:52,017 --> 00:25:52,984 >> Victoria: Involved. 553 00:25:53,051 --> 00:25:54,252 Involved in what? 554 00:25:54,319 --> 00:25:58,456 Nate is a brilliant-- and he's-- he's a charming man. 555 00:25:58,523 --> 00:25:59,691 >> Nikki: I'm not denying that. 556 00:25:59,758 --> 00:26:02,193 I'm just saying it sounds like your relationship 557 00:26:02,260 --> 00:26:05,096 is getting off on a bad footing. 558 00:26:05,163 --> 00:26:07,799 >> Victoria: Mom, are you worried that I'm gonna 559 00:26:07,866 --> 00:26:09,167 get hurt? Don't worry. 560 00:26:09,234 --> 00:26:12,470 I assure you, I'm fine. 561 00:26:12,537 --> 00:26:15,040 >> Nikki: Okay, that's fine. 562 00:26:15,106 --> 00:26:19,044 I just hope those don't become famous last words. 563 00:26:19,110 --> 00:26:20,712 [ knock on door ] >> Nikki: Hi. 564 00:26:24,215 --> 00:26:25,216 >> Nick: Hey. 565 00:26:25,283 --> 00:26:26,551 >> Victoria: Nick, what's wrong? 566 00:26:26,618 --> 00:26:29,654 >> Nick: Oh, Dad, uh, you know, he tried to dust off 567 00:26:29,721 --> 00:26:32,891 one of his old shady moves from the Victor Newman playbook. 568 00:26:32,958 --> 00:26:34,893 >> Nikki: What has he done? 569 00:26:34,960 --> 00:26:36,728 >> Nick: Tried to pay off Sally. 570 00:26:36,795 --> 00:26:39,731 [ chuckles dryly ] He has completely ignored all of my 571 00:26:39,798 --> 00:26:42,233 warnings to steer clear of her. 572 00:26:42,300 --> 00:26:44,636 >> Nikki: [ exhales ] And I was just reminding your sister 573 00:26:44,703 --> 00:26:47,105 how your father plays by his own rules and doesn't give a damn 574 00:26:47,172 --> 00:26:48,673 how it affects anybody else. 575 00:26:48,740 --> 00:26:49,774 >> Victoria: Uh, yeah. 576 00:26:49,841 --> 00:26:52,978 And of course, I was shocked by those revelations. 577 00:26:53,044 --> 00:26:54,412 >> Nikki: Okay. 578 00:26:54,479 --> 00:26:57,248 If you two will excuse me, I will give you some privacy 579 00:26:57,315 --> 00:27:00,118 so you can complain about your parents. 580 00:27:00,185 --> 00:27:02,487 Nicholas, can you come see me later? 581 00:27:02,554 --> 00:27:04,622 >> Nick: Of course, Mom. 582 00:27:04,689 --> 00:27:06,424 [ footsteps receding ] [ door shutting ] 583 00:27:11,563 --> 00:27:14,265 What'd I just walk in on? 584 00:27:14,332 --> 00:27:16,301 >> Victoria: Just so you know, you don't have to protect 585 00:27:16,368 --> 00:27:19,104 my privacy in regards to Nate anymore. 586 00:27:19,170 --> 00:27:20,572 >> Nick: Mom knows? 587 00:27:20,638 --> 00:27:21,906 >> Victoria: Not just Mom. 588 00:27:21,973 --> 00:27:23,375 Elena. 589 00:27:23,441 --> 00:27:25,477 >> Nick: [ sighs ] Elena knows? 590 00:27:25,543 --> 00:27:30,415 >> Victoria: I'm not sure what happened, but I get the feeling 591 00:27:30,482 --> 00:27:34,619 from Nate that things are probably over between them now. 592 00:27:34,686 --> 00:27:37,389 >> Nick: Well, you say it like that, like it's no big deal. 593 00:27:37,455 --> 00:27:38,790 How is that? 594 00:27:38,857 --> 00:27:42,861 Is it because you got what you wanted and nothing else matters? 595 00:27:50,035 --> 00:27:52,037 >> Sally: I get it. 596 00:27:52,103 --> 00:27:55,240 I'm fighting for two. 597 00:27:55,306 --> 00:27:58,610 But I still don't need your help, Adam, 598 00:27:58,676 --> 00:28:02,547 even if I'm going up against your father. 599 00:28:02,614 --> 00:28:06,451 >> Adam: [ sighs ] Okay. 600 00:28:06,518 --> 00:28:08,553 I understand the instinct. 601 00:28:08,620 --> 00:28:13,792 I will try not to step in where I am not welcome. 602 00:28:13,858 --> 00:28:14,793 >> Sally: Thank you. 603 00:28:14,859 --> 00:28:18,596 I appreciate you restraining yourself. 604 00:28:18,663 --> 00:28:20,765 >> Adam: But that-- that's not gonna stop me from trying 605 00:28:20,832 --> 00:28:21,933 to lure you to McCall. 606 00:28:22,000 --> 00:28:24,135 I would still like to work with you. I think that you would 607 00:28:24,202 --> 00:28:25,603 be happy with this position. 608 00:28:25,670 --> 00:28:29,274 I can guarantee good pay and exceptional maternity leave. 609 00:28:29,340 --> 00:28:33,144 Not to mention onsite daycare, maybe. 610 00:28:33,211 --> 00:28:34,779 >> Sally: Guarantee, huh? 611 00:28:34,846 --> 00:28:37,782 >> Adam: Mm-hmm. And a boss who fully respects you, 612 00:28:37,849 --> 00:28:40,385 and your brilliant ideas. 613 00:28:40,452 --> 00:28:42,620 >> Sally: Stop trying to fix my problems. 614 00:28:42,687 --> 00:28:44,022 >> Adam: I'm not. 615 00:28:44,089 --> 00:28:47,025 McCall Unlimited is a wreck and it's gonna take a lot 616 00:28:47,092 --> 00:28:48,359 of help to get it back on track. 617 00:28:48,426 --> 00:28:50,895 And the only way for me to do that is to assemble 618 00:28:50,962 --> 00:28:53,198 the tightest, strongest team possible. 619 00:28:53,264 --> 00:28:57,135 You are what I'm looking for, Sally. 620 00:28:57,202 --> 00:28:59,237 So, my offer stands. 621 00:29:07,078 --> 00:29:11,516 [ sighs ] >> Billy: What makes you think 622 00:29:11,583 --> 00:29:12,650 that I'm stepping up? 623 00:29:12,717 --> 00:29:16,254 Why would you say that? 624 00:29:16,321 --> 00:29:19,557 >> Chloe: It's obvious how strong the bond between 625 00:29:19,624 --> 00:29:23,194 you and Chelsea has become. 626 00:29:23,261 --> 00:29:26,064 Not only from what she's told me, but from what I've 627 00:29:26,131 --> 00:29:27,499 witnessed firsthand. 628 00:29:27,565 --> 00:29:30,101 I mean, there's definitely something going on here. 629 00:29:30,168 --> 00:29:33,605 [ Billy clears throat ] >> Billy: Let me just be 630 00:29:33,671 --> 00:29:34,873 perfectly clear. Okay? 631 00:29:34,939 --> 00:29:37,675 I genuinely care about Chelsea. 632 00:29:37,742 --> 00:29:40,078 The feelings that I have, they're not out of obligation 633 00:29:40,145 --> 00:29:42,213 and I'm not trying to play hero. 634 00:29:42,280 --> 00:29:45,016 So, I appreciate it, but I don't need a pat 635 00:29:45,083 --> 00:29:46,718 on the back for that. 636 00:29:46,784 --> 00:29:49,020 >> Chloe: I know that. 637 00:29:49,087 --> 00:29:51,589 'Cause I know you. 638 00:29:51,656 --> 00:29:56,327 You can change and adapt to this situation at hand. 639 00:29:56,394 --> 00:30:02,200 You changed a lot after Delia died. 640 00:30:02,267 --> 00:30:07,405 And you've changed even more because of Chelsea. 641 00:30:07,472 --> 00:30:12,177 She really needs someone, someone that she can count on, 642 00:30:12,243 --> 00:30:14,512 especially now. 643 00:30:14,579 --> 00:30:24,155 And as shocking as it is, you might be the one. 644 00:30:24,222 --> 00:30:26,257 >> Victor: Well, you're gonna have to wait for the press 645 00:30:26,324 --> 00:30:30,528 release to find out about the details. All right. 646 00:30:30,595 --> 00:30:31,763 >> Adam: Dad? 647 00:30:31,829 --> 00:30:33,164 >> Victor: Hello, son. 648 00:30:33,231 --> 00:30:35,700 >> Adam: I think we have some unfinished business to discuss. 649 00:30:35,767 --> 00:30:38,503 >> Victor: Yeah, I guess we do. 650 00:30:38,570 --> 00:30:46,511 So, um, my newly acquired company needs a new CEO. 651 00:30:46,578 --> 00:30:48,613 >> Adam: And I am just the man for the job, 652 00:30:48,680 --> 00:30:49,280 >> Victor: Ah. 653 00:30:49,347 --> 00:30:51,616 >> Adam: But only on my terms. 654 00:30:51,683 --> 00:30:54,118 >> Victor: Oh, I see. Huh. 655 00:30:54,185 --> 00:30:56,120 Let's hear them. 656 00:30:56,187 --> 00:30:58,690 >> Adam: I will accept the CEO position 657 00:30:58,756 --> 00:31:01,960 only if you agree to back off. 658 00:31:02,026 --> 00:31:04,963 Now, I know you have vast knowledge and experience, 659 00:31:05,029 --> 00:31:07,065 and I know you can be very valuable with helping me 660 00:31:07,131 --> 00:31:08,132 to achieve my goals. 661 00:31:08,199 --> 00:31:11,069 So, I will consult with you as needed, 662 00:31:11,135 --> 00:31:14,973 but only when it comes to the company. 663 00:31:15,039 --> 00:31:17,909 My daughter is off limits. 664 00:31:17,976 --> 00:31:20,545 Sally is off limits. 665 00:31:20,612 --> 00:31:23,214 That means there will be no offering her bribes, 666 00:31:23,281 --> 00:31:26,351 no browbeating her, and there will be no attempts 667 00:31:26,417 --> 00:31:28,386 to take her baby away from her. 668 00:31:28,453 --> 00:31:32,890 [ Victor chuckles ] >> Victor: So, Sally Spectra 669 00:31:32,957 --> 00:31:36,894 came running to both my sons in an attempt to turn them 670 00:31:36,961 --> 00:31:39,030 against their father, right? 671 00:31:39,097 --> 00:31:41,266 >> Adam: You don't know Sally at all. 672 00:31:41,332 --> 00:31:42,433 >> Victor: Mm. 673 00:31:42,500 --> 00:31:45,536 >> Adam: I know this was one of your tests, and she didn't 674 00:31:45,603 --> 00:31:47,005 take your offer, so she clearly passed. 675 00:31:47,071 --> 00:31:48,273 Now leave Sally alone. 676 00:31:48,339 --> 00:31:50,608 >> Victor: Your brother said the same thing, by the way. 677 00:31:50,675 --> 00:31:52,377 >> Adam: I have stated my terms. 678 00:31:52,443 --> 00:31:57,682 Do you agree or not? 679 00:31:57,749 --> 00:32:00,918 >> Victor: You know, son... 680 00:32:00,985 --> 00:32:07,859 I'm not someone who has terms dictated to him. 681 00:32:07,925 --> 00:32:15,933 But since you're my son, I shall accept them, 682 00:32:16,000 --> 00:32:21,806 and I shall hang around until you need my advice. 683 00:32:21,873 --> 00:32:25,810 Because trust me, the time will come when you will 684 00:32:25,877 --> 00:32:28,946 need my advice. 685 00:32:29,013 --> 00:32:31,949 Meanwhile... 686 00:32:32,016 --> 00:32:34,152 >> Adam: I believe we have a deal. 687 00:32:42,026 --> 00:32:43,194 >> Audra: You know, getting J.T. 688 00:32:43,261 --> 00:32:47,465 to do your podcast would be the perfect move. 689 00:32:47,532 --> 00:32:51,202 I mean, that is if you want some sweet revenge on Victoria. 690 00:32:51,269 --> 00:32:52,670 >> Elena: Hmm. 691 00:32:52,737 --> 00:32:56,207 Certainly something to think about. 692 00:32:56,274 --> 00:33:00,144 >> Audra: Of course, uh, you need some time to 693 00:33:00,211 --> 00:33:04,148 regroup and reassess after all you've been through. 694 00:33:04,215 --> 00:33:06,818 >> Elena: You should take precautions, too. 695 00:33:06,884 --> 00:33:09,887 If I were you, I would watch my back. 696 00:33:09,954 --> 00:33:12,890 Nate has no loyalties and he seems to think 697 00:33:12,957 --> 00:33:15,360 he can do no wrong. 698 00:33:15,426 --> 00:33:21,165 So, I wouldn't sleep on his charming demeanor. 699 00:33:21,232 --> 00:33:22,734 >> Audra: Don't worry. 700 00:33:22,800 --> 00:33:24,402 I won't. 701 00:33:24,469 --> 00:33:26,504 >> Elena: Good luck. 702 00:33:30,608 --> 00:33:34,846 [ door opening, shutting ] >> Nick: How can you not 703 00:33:40,651 --> 00:33:42,286 be a little affected breaking up a happy couple 704 00:33:42,353 --> 00:33:43,421 like Nate and Elena? 705 00:33:43,488 --> 00:33:44,489 >> Victoria: Oh, God. 706 00:33:44,555 --> 00:33:47,125 What makes you so sure that they were all that happy 707 00:33:47,191 --> 00:33:47,859 in the first place? 708 00:33:47,925 --> 00:33:50,228 >> Nick: It's not the point. 709 00:33:50,294 --> 00:33:53,231 >> Victoria: Fine, you're right. 710 00:33:53,297 --> 00:33:55,666 I take no pleasure in Elena's pain. 711 00:33:55,733 --> 00:33:57,235 >> Nick: Then why'd you do it? 712 00:33:57,301 --> 00:34:00,238 I warned you, going on this trip with Nate was a mistake. 713 00:34:00,304 --> 00:34:02,707 You must have known how risky it was gonna be, 714 00:34:02,774 --> 00:34:05,143 but it's almost like you got exactly what you wanted. 715 00:34:05,209 --> 00:34:06,177 >> Victoria: You know... 716 00:34:06,244 --> 00:34:08,146 [ laughs ] I'm really not up for a lecture from you 717 00:34:08,212 --> 00:34:10,815 right now. Besides, think of how many times you told me to stay 718 00:34:10,882 --> 00:34:13,851 out of your relationship with Sally. This is my life. 719 00:34:13,918 --> 00:34:15,820 It's my decision. So, back off. 720 00:34:15,887 --> 00:34:18,189 Okay? 721 00:34:18,256 --> 00:34:19,690 >> Nick: Sure. 722 00:34:19,757 --> 00:34:21,559 But you're forgetting one important difference 723 00:34:21,626 --> 00:34:23,928 between the two situations. 724 00:34:23,995 --> 00:34:25,229 >> Victoria: And what is that? 725 00:34:25,296 --> 00:34:27,231 >> Nick: Well, Sally, thanks to you, is no longer 726 00:34:27,298 --> 00:34:28,533 a part of Newman Enterprises. 727 00:34:28,599 --> 00:34:31,202 Nate, on the other hand, also thanks to you, 728 00:34:31,269 --> 00:34:32,537 is a very big part of it. 729 00:34:32,603 --> 00:34:35,406 Vic, I'm the COO of this company. 730 00:34:35,473 --> 00:34:36,407 That makes it my business. 731 00:34:36,474 --> 00:34:38,709 I trust the guy even less than I did before. 732 00:34:38,776 --> 00:34:40,912 If he's not gonna be loyal to the woman he lives with 733 00:34:40,978 --> 00:34:43,581 or to his own family, what makes you think he's gonna 734 00:34:43,648 --> 00:34:49,520 be loyal to you or to this company? 735 00:34:49,587 --> 00:34:56,727 >> Victor: Well, son, now that we've decided that you 736 00:34:56,794 --> 00:35:03,801 will be the new CEO of my newly acquired company, 737 00:35:03,868 --> 00:35:06,337 let me ask you, how do you intend to proceed 738 00:35:06,404 --> 00:35:07,438 at McCall? 739 00:35:07,505 --> 00:35:10,374 >> Adam: Well, that's not really your business, is it? 740 00:35:10,441 --> 00:35:13,978 I have everything well in hand, including the announcement 741 00:35:14,045 --> 00:35:15,012 of my new position. 742 00:35:15,079 --> 00:35:17,248 I wrote it last night, so it'll be out later today. 743 00:35:17,315 --> 00:35:18,483 >> Victor: I'll be damned. 744 00:35:18,549 --> 00:35:19,450 Really? 745 00:35:19,517 --> 00:35:21,719 >> Adam: And I'm glad that you are exhibiting 746 00:35:21,786 --> 00:35:24,188 such great faith in me, because I've already made 747 00:35:24,255 --> 00:35:26,257 another major decision. 748 00:35:26,324 --> 00:35:30,228 I've offered Sally a job of her choosing. 749 00:35:30,294 --> 00:35:32,363 >> Victor: Huh? 750 00:35:32,430 --> 00:35:33,564 You think you should do that? 751 00:35:33,631 --> 00:35:38,169 >> Adam: Well, as we agreed, I will not be dictated to, 752 00:35:38,236 --> 00:35:40,004 and this is non-negotiable. 753 00:35:40,071 --> 00:35:42,373 I will not allow you to override me on this. 754 00:35:42,440 --> 00:35:44,575 I expect you to stand back and let me staff up this 755 00:35:44,642 --> 00:35:46,410 company as I see fit. 756 00:35:46,477 --> 00:35:48,246 >> Victor: But why her? 757 00:35:48,312 --> 00:35:49,814 >> Adam: Doesn't matter. 758 00:35:49,881 --> 00:35:53,317 Sally comes to work for McCall or you can find 759 00:35:53,384 --> 00:35:55,086 yourself another CEO. 760 00:36:08,199 --> 00:36:11,202 Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc. 761 00:36:11,269 --> 00:36:14,305 Captioning provided by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, 762 00:36:14,372 --> 00:36:17,375 Sony Pictures Television and CBS, Inc. 763 00:36:22,580 --> 00:36:26,384 Join us again for "The Young and The Restless."