1 00:00:18,585 --> 00:00:20,087 [gasps] 2 00:00:30,464 --> 00:00:33,166 Welcome to our new home. 3 00:00:34,601 --> 00:00:36,837 NIKKI: Oh, what have you done? 4 00:00:36,937 --> 00:00:39,973 You've recreated what we lost. 5 00:00:40,073 --> 00:00:42,142 You like it? 6 00:00:42,242 --> 00:00:44,778 Oh, Victor. 7 00:00:44,878 --> 00:00:47,147 I love it. I love it. 8 00:00:47,247 --> 00:00:49,449 I love it so much. 9 00:00:49,550 --> 00:00:52,185 [phone rings] 10 00:00:54,087 --> 00:00:55,889 What's up? 11 00:00:55,989 --> 00:00:58,492 INVESTIGATOR: Patty Williams is being held without bail. 12 00:00:59,927 --> 00:01:02,963 -What about Jack Abbott? -Off the critical list. 13 00:01:03,063 --> 00:01:05,332 Expected to make a full recovery. 14 00:01:05,432 --> 00:01:08,435 Your family is heading in to see him now. 15 00:01:08,535 --> 00:01:10,871 What? Who's that? 16 00:01:13,373 --> 00:01:15,042 Is the patient accepting visitors? 17 00:01:15,142 --> 00:01:18,345 Yes, yes, please, come in! 18 00:01:18,445 --> 00:01:20,547 I was just about to-- 19 00:01:27,154 --> 00:01:29,356 What were you about to do, Jack? 20 00:01:29,456 --> 00:01:31,858 I was gonna say I was just about to call you. 21 00:01:31,959 --> 00:01:34,494 Um...Nikki, what happened? 22 00:01:35,896 --> 00:01:38,765 Why, whatever do you mean? 23 00:01:38,865 --> 00:01:40,968 Are you trying to one-up me? 24 00:01:41,068 --> 00:01:43,070 If you want my sympathy and attention, 25 00:01:43,170 --> 00:01:46,974 there are a lot easier ways to make that happen. 26 00:01:51,845 --> 00:01:56,750 ♪♪ 27 00:02:24,478 --> 00:02:27,714 You realize this isn't normal, right? 28 00:02:27,814 --> 00:02:32,052 Needing a flak jacket to have a conversation with a parent? 29 00:02:32,152 --> 00:02:34,621 You mean that's not normal in all families? 30 00:02:34,721 --> 00:02:36,490 How long have I known you? 31 00:02:36,590 --> 00:02:39,860 And I'm still not used to... this. 32 00:02:39,960 --> 00:02:42,396 Well, to be fair, most of the time you knew me 33 00:02:42,496 --> 00:02:44,798 I was not on speaking terms with Victor. 34 00:02:44,898 --> 00:02:48,101 Estrangement did have an upside. 35 00:02:48,201 --> 00:02:50,570 Well... 36 00:02:50,671 --> 00:02:53,140 we are on the same page. 37 00:02:53,240 --> 00:02:55,142 We can do this. 38 00:02:55,242 --> 00:02:58,078 We have to try again to get Pops to back off Spectra-Charles, 39 00:02:58,178 --> 00:03:01,148 but it doesn't have to be we. It can just be me. 40 00:03:01,248 --> 00:03:03,784 And let you have all the fun? 41 00:03:05,152 --> 00:03:07,054 Then let's do this. 42 00:03:07,154 --> 00:03:09,656 Okay. Give me a minute. 43 00:03:09,756 --> 00:03:11,725 Gotta get my game face on. 44 00:03:13,760 --> 00:03:16,663 So my wife and my daughter are at Jack Abbott's bedside? 45 00:03:16,763 --> 00:03:18,932 Is that what you're saying? 46 00:03:23,136 --> 00:03:24,471 Hey. 47 00:03:26,940 --> 00:03:29,710 What's wrong? 48 00:03:29,810 --> 00:03:31,478 Uh... 49 00:03:34,681 --> 00:03:36,917 Another betrayal. 50 00:03:39,286 --> 00:03:41,888 Do you want us to come back another time? 51 00:03:41,988 --> 00:03:44,024 No, no, no, no, no. 52 00:03:44,124 --> 00:03:48,028 No, you have my attention now, so what is it you want? 53 00:03:51,732 --> 00:03:55,469 -Thanks. -Seriously, what is going on? 54 00:03:55,569 --> 00:03:58,872 Oh, you mean my fashion statement. 55 00:03:58,972 --> 00:04:01,708 Well, I'm up and about and chatting with you. 56 00:04:01,808 --> 00:04:03,477 You're the one who's not allowed out of bed, 57 00:04:03,577 --> 00:04:05,645 so you go first. 58 00:04:10,050 --> 00:04:12,152 Victoria's backing me up, isn't she? 59 00:04:12,252 --> 00:04:15,622 -In fact, she is. -Aw. Am I that predictable? 60 00:04:15,722 --> 00:04:18,191 Nikki, should you even be here right now? 61 00:04:18,291 --> 00:04:20,360 Jack, is it really surprising to you 62 00:04:20,460 --> 00:04:22,362 that I would come to you directly 63 00:04:22,462 --> 00:04:25,665 to make sure that my best friend is gonna be okay? 64 00:04:25,766 --> 00:04:27,567 Well, I am doing just fine. 65 00:04:27,667 --> 00:04:29,336 I apparently have color in my cheeks 66 00:04:29,436 --> 00:04:32,038 and will soon have pep in my step. 67 00:04:32,139 --> 00:04:35,375 "Soon." So you can't walk yet? 68 00:04:35,475 --> 00:04:37,277 Well, technically, I'm not allowed to, 69 00:04:37,377 --> 00:04:38,979 but when the staff isn't looking... 70 00:04:39,079 --> 00:04:41,081 No, don't you dare, Jack. 71 00:04:41,181 --> 00:04:43,483 [sighs] How could this happen? 72 00:04:43,583 --> 00:04:46,453 A homicidal maniac didn't like my attitude. 73 00:04:46,553 --> 00:04:48,755 How could Patty do this to you? 74 00:04:48,855 --> 00:04:50,791 Then you have heard. 75 00:04:50,891 --> 00:04:52,793 Kyle gave us a brief account. 76 00:04:52,893 --> 00:04:56,730 Well, Patty has been arrested, denied bail. 77 00:04:56,830 --> 00:04:59,666 She's not gonna be able to put together an insanity plea, 78 00:04:59,766 --> 00:05:03,270 and now she has two more murder attempts on her rap sheet. 79 00:05:04,337 --> 00:05:06,106 Diane too. 80 00:05:06,206 --> 00:05:08,675 Kyle didn't give us any details. 81 00:05:08,775 --> 00:05:12,879 Diane ran into a lethal dose of digitalis 82 00:05:12,979 --> 00:05:16,249 that Patty had intended to finish me off with. 83 00:05:16,349 --> 00:05:18,451 I am so sorry, Jack. 84 00:05:18,552 --> 00:05:20,453 What a horror show. 85 00:05:20,554 --> 00:05:22,589 It's a miracle you're both okay. 86 00:05:22,689 --> 00:05:24,691 We're more than okay. 87 00:05:24,791 --> 00:05:28,695 But let's stop talking about me. What has happened to you? 88 00:05:38,171 --> 00:05:40,907 Seriously, Nikki, what is going on? 89 00:05:42,375 --> 00:05:45,979 You know, I haven't had caffeine in the last 60 minutes. 90 00:05:46,079 --> 00:05:48,448 So if you two would excuse me. 91 00:05:48,548 --> 00:05:50,951 -Oh, go ahead, darling. -Okay. Can I get either of you 92 00:05:51,051 --> 00:05:52,986 -anything? -Not for me, thanks. 93 00:05:53,086 --> 00:05:54,988 You can get me a white doctor's lab coat. 94 00:05:55,088 --> 00:05:56,489 I could sneak out of here then. 95 00:05:56,590 --> 00:05:58,425 Okay. I'll get right on that, Jack. 96 00:05:58,525 --> 00:05:59,659 Thank you. 97 00:06:02,495 --> 00:06:05,098 Victoria is a remarkable woman. 98 00:06:05,198 --> 00:06:08,401 She gets that from her mother. 99 00:06:09,302 --> 00:06:11,638 I wanna listen. I wanna help if I can. 100 00:06:11,738 --> 00:06:13,773 But if you'd rather talk about something else-- 101 00:06:13,874 --> 00:06:16,676 Jack, you don't have to coddle me. I'm fine. 102 00:06:16,776 --> 00:06:20,046 Then why are you trying to appear braver for Victoria 103 00:06:20,146 --> 00:06:22,349 than you really are? 104 00:06:22,449 --> 00:06:24,150 Hmm. 105 00:06:24,251 --> 00:06:27,988 This is the problem with not being able to see. 106 00:06:28,088 --> 00:06:30,457 You forget that other people can read your emotions 107 00:06:30,557 --> 00:06:32,292 on your face. 108 00:06:32,392 --> 00:06:35,996 I think you're also forgetting who you're talking to. 109 00:06:36,096 --> 00:06:38,064 Tell me what's going on. 110 00:06:40,634 --> 00:06:43,303 Oh, Jack. 111 00:06:43,403 --> 00:06:45,505 It's been a very long time 112 00:06:45,605 --> 00:06:48,708 since I have been this afraid. 113 00:06:51,077 --> 00:06:54,481 Who are you talking about? What is the betrayal? 114 00:06:54,581 --> 00:06:56,750 Nothing important, son. 115 00:06:56,850 --> 00:06:59,719 Well, does this have to do with Newman Enterprises? 116 00:06:59,819 --> 00:07:03,423 I mean, is this a business issue or is it personal? 117 00:07:03,523 --> 00:07:05,959 What's the difference? 118 00:07:06,059 --> 00:07:08,428 Well, of course your company means the world to you, 119 00:07:08,528 --> 00:07:10,297 but it does make a difference. 120 00:07:10,397 --> 00:07:12,465 Yeah. 121 00:07:12,565 --> 00:07:15,035 Okay. So what can I do for you? 122 00:07:20,774 --> 00:07:23,076 Look, watching you... 123 00:07:23,176 --> 00:07:27,113 put Newman back on its feet has been nothing short of amazing. 124 00:07:27,213 --> 00:07:30,717 And public opinion has always been on your side. 125 00:07:30,817 --> 00:07:33,586 But now confidence in you and Newman 126 00:07:33,687 --> 00:07:35,889 needs to carry us through this transition. 127 00:07:37,958 --> 00:07:40,927 You trying to flatter me or what? 128 00:07:41,027 --> 00:07:43,129 No, I'm telling you that I have 129 00:07:43,229 --> 00:07:46,466 absolute faith in your instincts. Always. 130 00:07:46,566 --> 00:07:49,669 So...what's this about? 131 00:07:49,769 --> 00:07:53,907 We're here to urge you not to go after Sally Spectra's company. 132 00:08:04,684 --> 00:08:06,953 [Victoria sniffles] 133 00:08:07,053 --> 00:08:08,989 Victoria? 134 00:08:09,089 --> 00:08:10,457 Hey. What's wrong? 135 00:08:10,557 --> 00:08:12,192 Has there been a change in Nikki's condition? 136 00:08:12,292 --> 00:08:15,395 Uh, no. No, Mom's good. No. 137 00:08:15,495 --> 00:08:17,397 No change. 138 00:08:17,497 --> 00:08:19,799 She just wanted to come by to see Jack. 139 00:08:21,034 --> 00:08:23,703 He was so sweet with her just now, you know. 140 00:08:23,803 --> 00:08:26,272 No pity or anything like that, you know. She hates pity. 141 00:08:26,373 --> 00:08:28,541 Yeah. Same with my dad. 142 00:08:28,641 --> 00:08:31,177 Pity is not okay. You have to... 143 00:08:31,277 --> 00:08:34,848 slide concern and compassion under the radar. 144 00:08:34,948 --> 00:08:37,117 [small laugh] Exactly. 145 00:08:37,217 --> 00:08:39,552 Our parents are tough. 146 00:08:39,652 --> 00:08:42,522 Mom's fine, though. Thank you for asking. 147 00:08:42,622 --> 00:08:45,925 Things are going as well as we could hope. 148 00:08:46,026 --> 00:08:47,494 And the tears are because... 149 00:08:47,594 --> 00:08:50,397 Um, maybe just relief. 150 00:08:50,497 --> 00:08:52,732 Maybe a little exhaustion too. 151 00:08:52,832 --> 00:08:55,168 Probably. Probably a little. 152 00:08:55,268 --> 00:08:57,837 Or a lot. I don't know. 153 00:08:57,937 --> 00:08:59,239 Seeing them in there like that 154 00:08:59,339 --> 00:09:02,108 and just everything that they've been through... 155 00:09:02,208 --> 00:09:06,046 not just recently, but in their lifetime... 156 00:09:07,080 --> 00:09:09,582 -It's a lot. -It's so much. 157 00:09:09,682 --> 00:09:13,987 But here they are. Very resilient. 158 00:09:15,021 --> 00:09:18,258 Yeah. And a little battered at this point. 159 00:09:18,358 --> 00:09:20,693 It's not easy to watch. 160 00:09:20,794 --> 00:09:23,530 You know the vulnerability... 161 00:09:23,630 --> 00:09:25,565 [sighs] I hate saying the word. 162 00:09:25,665 --> 00:09:28,468 It just--it pulls at my heart, but... 163 00:09:29,502 --> 00:09:32,172 The bond that they have, you know, it's... 164 00:09:32,272 --> 00:09:34,541 it's just gotten them through so much together 165 00:09:34,641 --> 00:09:36,443 when they've needed it. 166 00:09:36,543 --> 00:09:40,180 Yeah. I know my dad is grateful for the visit. 167 00:09:41,047 --> 00:09:44,184 I'm not sure your father would feel the same. 168 00:09:44,284 --> 00:09:47,587 So you think I should change my mind? 169 00:09:47,687 --> 00:09:51,024 Adam filled me in on your plans to reclaim Newman Media. 170 00:09:52,192 --> 00:09:54,160 Yeah. I want what's mine. 171 00:09:54,260 --> 00:09:55,929 You two can run it together. 172 00:09:56,029 --> 00:09:58,565 Victor, we're not asking for that. 173 00:09:58,665 --> 00:10:00,533 -Then what are you asking? -We're asking for you 174 00:10:00,633 --> 00:10:04,270 to keep it where it is, with Spectra-Charles. 175 00:10:04,370 --> 00:10:07,540 But why would I not want what is mine? 176 00:10:10,844 --> 00:10:13,279 -You were robbed. -Yes. 177 00:10:13,379 --> 00:10:16,483 What Phyllis and Cane did-- it was pure spite. 178 00:10:16,583 --> 00:10:18,218 It was malicious, 179 00:10:18,318 --> 00:10:21,554 driven by greed and a constant need for attention. 180 00:10:21,654 --> 00:10:24,691 But Sally had nothing to do with that. 181 00:10:24,791 --> 00:10:28,528 So if you go after Sally and Spectra-Charles, 182 00:10:28,628 --> 00:10:31,431 it just feels scattered, piecemeal, 183 00:10:31,531 --> 00:10:33,766 almost like it's an afterthought. 184 00:10:33,867 --> 00:10:36,536 And, you know, you've been able to get back so much 185 00:10:36,636 --> 00:10:38,872 of what was taken from you already. 186 00:10:38,972 --> 00:10:40,607 Yeah, but... 187 00:10:40,707 --> 00:10:42,609 I didn't get back all of it. 188 00:10:42,709 --> 00:10:44,644 Why are we even discussing this? 189 00:10:44,744 --> 00:10:46,646 -I just-- -This is important to me, 190 00:10:46,746 --> 00:10:48,681 and I'm hoping I can change your mind. 191 00:10:48,781 --> 00:10:50,416 Adam wants to build something new. 192 00:10:50,517 --> 00:10:53,486 So do I. And I think together we could build 193 00:10:53,586 --> 00:10:56,723 a really wonderful, strong version of Newman Media. 194 00:10:58,057 --> 00:11:00,527 You want that too, son? 195 00:11:00,627 --> 00:11:03,830 I say that we keep pushing forward. 196 00:11:03,930 --> 00:11:08,001 A new challenge. A new triumph. 197 00:11:08,101 --> 00:11:10,203 Isn't that what Newman Enterprises 198 00:11:10,303 --> 00:11:13,773 has always been about? 199 00:11:21,814 --> 00:11:24,951 So you think a new media company is a good idea. 200 00:11:25,051 --> 00:11:27,020 This has given us a chance to look at our approach 201 00:11:27,120 --> 00:11:28,188 with fresh eyes. 202 00:11:28,288 --> 00:11:29,822 The media landscape is constantly changing 203 00:11:29,923 --> 00:11:31,357 at lightning speed. 204 00:11:31,457 --> 00:11:33,726 Rather than reconfigure an old setup, 205 00:11:33,826 --> 00:11:37,096 this would give us a chance to start at an advantage. 206 00:11:37,197 --> 00:11:39,699 Yeah, but what message are we giving to the public? 207 00:11:39,799 --> 00:11:42,835 That anyone can steal from us and they get away with it? 208 00:11:42,936 --> 00:11:46,272 The general population doesn't have any real idea 209 00:11:46,372 --> 00:11:49,542 about what happened. Other than a few industry insiders, 210 00:11:49,642 --> 00:11:52,812 does anyone actually care? 211 00:11:54,280 --> 00:11:57,116 I care, son, and you should damn well care! 212 00:11:57,217 --> 00:11:59,986 You know, they almost stole our company! 213 00:12:00,086 --> 00:12:03,122 Okay. Sally had nothing to do with that. 214 00:12:03,223 --> 00:12:06,526 What difference does that make? Billy Abbott was involved. So? 215 00:12:06,626 --> 00:12:08,595 But Billy is not a part of Spectra-Charles. 216 00:12:08,695 --> 00:12:12,699 In fact, apparently, Cane offered him a job at Chancellor. 217 00:12:12,799 --> 00:12:15,368 -He did what? -CHELSEA: Sally told us. 218 00:12:15,468 --> 00:12:18,037 She basically blurted it out. It's not common knowledge yet. 219 00:12:18,137 --> 00:12:20,607 -Nothing is official. -Ha! 220 00:12:20,707 --> 00:12:23,509 Well, I'll be damned. 221 00:12:23,610 --> 00:12:26,312 I'll be damned. Billy Abbott joining Cane Ashby. 222 00:12:26,412 --> 00:12:28,114 Well, well, well. 223 00:12:28,214 --> 00:12:32,285 So that means I don't have to destroy Cane Ashby by myself 224 00:12:32,385 --> 00:12:36,289 because Billy Boy... 225 00:12:36,389 --> 00:12:38,791 will do it for me. 226 00:12:38,891 --> 00:12:41,761 Anything the Abbotts get involved with 227 00:12:41,861 --> 00:12:44,297 goes south. 228 00:12:44,397 --> 00:12:47,734 You know, in a way, it helps that I can't see your face. 229 00:12:47,834 --> 00:12:51,070 This face is full of love and concern, Nikki. 230 00:12:51,170 --> 00:12:53,873 No pity, or I swear to you 231 00:12:53,973 --> 00:12:56,209 I will storm out in such a huff, 232 00:12:56,309 --> 00:12:58,745 and if I happen to knock machines over, so be it. 233 00:12:58,845 --> 00:13:01,180 You have my word. 234 00:13:01,281 --> 00:13:02,949 Talk to me. 235 00:13:04,751 --> 00:13:08,221 Well, it all started with these headaches, 236 00:13:08,321 --> 00:13:10,256 terrible, terrible headaches. 237 00:13:10,356 --> 00:13:12,058 Nothing would help. 238 00:13:12,158 --> 00:13:15,495 And I just blamed it on stress and exhaustion, 239 00:13:15,595 --> 00:13:19,232 my MS, my worrying about Nicholas... 240 00:13:19,332 --> 00:13:21,734 and the chaos that is Victor. 241 00:13:21,834 --> 00:13:25,171 You have been carrying a load no one should be asked to carry. 242 00:13:25,271 --> 00:13:27,540 Then the blurry vision happened, 243 00:13:27,640 --> 00:13:30,176 and I finally went to the doctor. 244 00:13:30,276 --> 00:13:32,078 And? 245 00:13:32,178 --> 00:13:34,981 There was a mass pressing against my optic nerve. 246 00:13:35,081 --> 00:13:37,383 There was a mass? Does that mean they-- 247 00:13:37,483 --> 00:13:39,085 Yeah. Can you believe it? 248 00:13:39,185 --> 00:13:41,788 They got inside a skull this hard. 249 00:13:41,888 --> 00:13:45,692 But the surgeon said that they think they got it all. 250 00:13:45,792 --> 00:13:47,660 Well, they damn well better have. 251 00:13:47,760 --> 00:13:49,362 Or what? 252 00:13:49,462 --> 00:13:51,631 What are you gonna do from your hospital bed, Jack? 253 00:13:51,731 --> 00:13:53,733 Well, I'm just here for rest and relaxation. 254 00:13:53,833 --> 00:13:55,335 Not a scratch on my body. 255 00:13:55,435 --> 00:13:57,236 Oh, that's not nice. 256 00:13:57,337 --> 00:14:00,039 Lying to the lady who can't see? 257 00:14:00,139 --> 00:14:01,507 Ouch. 258 00:14:01,607 --> 00:14:03,443 Sorry. 259 00:14:04,377 --> 00:14:06,112 How's Victor been through all this? 260 00:14:06,212 --> 00:14:08,581 He has been very good. 261 00:14:08,681 --> 00:14:11,317 He arranged for a specialist from New York 262 00:14:11,417 --> 00:14:13,252 to perform the surgery. 263 00:14:13,353 --> 00:14:15,621 The best in the world, I assume. 264 00:14:15,722 --> 00:14:18,257 Of course. He sent the jet for her and everything. 265 00:14:18,358 --> 00:14:22,462 Well, good. That's using money and power for its proper use. 266 00:14:22,562 --> 00:14:26,666 Course, he's still furious with me, as I am with him. 267 00:14:26,766 --> 00:14:28,601 Because of me? 268 00:14:28,701 --> 00:14:30,536 Well, you can't take all the credit. 269 00:14:30,636 --> 00:14:33,039 My defiance always rankles him, 270 00:14:33,139 --> 00:14:35,875 but he's setting that aside for the time being. 271 00:14:35,975 --> 00:14:38,611 Well, don't make it sound like he's doing you a favor. 272 00:14:38,711 --> 00:14:40,813 He has been nothing but pleasant. 273 00:14:40,913 --> 00:14:42,415 Civil. Concerned. 274 00:14:42,515 --> 00:14:44,717 How warm and fuzzy of him. 275 00:14:44,817 --> 00:14:48,588 Yeah, but I can't help but wonder how long that will last. 276 00:14:48,688 --> 00:14:51,491 Victor can't be raging at Nikki right now. 277 00:14:51,591 --> 00:14:53,025 She just had surgery. 278 00:14:53,126 --> 00:14:55,595 But she is in there, and if he finds out... 279 00:14:55,695 --> 00:14:58,264 Well, I'm not sure how that will happen. 280 00:14:58,364 --> 00:15:00,500 How does anything happen when Victor's involved? 281 00:15:00,600 --> 00:15:03,770 My mom's not gonna try to cover it up or lie about it. 282 00:15:03,870 --> 00:15:06,205 Okay, but does she run the risk of ticking him off 283 00:15:06,305 --> 00:15:08,107 by telling him the truth? 284 00:15:08,207 --> 00:15:11,310 Her relationship with Jack means the world to my mom 285 00:15:11,411 --> 00:15:14,080 and she's not gonna let anyone dictate who she cares about. 286 00:15:14,180 --> 00:15:17,383 I think if your parents are gonna continue to make progress, 287 00:15:17,483 --> 00:15:19,385 Victor's gonna have to... 288 00:15:19,485 --> 00:15:22,054 back down on his stance with my father. 289 00:15:22,155 --> 00:15:25,224 And what? You think that's a long shot? 290 00:15:26,325 --> 00:15:28,628 The longest ever. 291 00:15:28,728 --> 00:15:31,097 Well, I haven't been exactly subtle 292 00:15:31,197 --> 00:15:33,833 encouraging my dad to get over it. 293 00:15:33,933 --> 00:15:37,203 But he's worried about my mom. 294 00:15:37,303 --> 00:15:39,439 And with good reason. 295 00:15:39,539 --> 00:15:41,741 So maybe this is the step that it's gonna take 296 00:15:41,841 --> 00:15:44,977 for them to get back together. 297 00:15:45,077 --> 00:15:47,246 They need each other so much. 298 00:15:47,346 --> 00:15:48,848 Especially now. 299 00:15:48,948 --> 00:15:52,819 Hey, Nikki hasn't lost her eyesight, has she? 300 00:15:53,820 --> 00:15:55,321 It's temporary. 301 00:15:55,421 --> 00:15:57,323 She's gonna get it back any day, 302 00:15:57,423 --> 00:15:59,125 any minute, actually. 303 00:15:59,225 --> 00:16:01,260 I mean, it wasn't my place to say. 304 00:16:01,360 --> 00:16:02,395 Hey, I'm sorry. 305 00:16:02,495 --> 00:16:04,397 I didn't mean to push. 306 00:16:05,364 --> 00:16:08,100 Anyone that sees the bandages, they're gonna wonder. 307 00:16:09,268 --> 00:16:12,572 I just should have been ready. It's Mom's news. It's not mine. 308 00:16:12,672 --> 00:16:15,007 No, and it's definitely not mine. 309 00:16:15,107 --> 00:16:17,109 Don't worry. It's just me. 310 00:16:17,210 --> 00:16:20,012 And she's probably explaining it to my father right now. 311 00:16:21,247 --> 00:16:24,116 You're right. Thank you. I overreacted. 312 00:16:24,217 --> 00:16:26,419 No. You're fine. 313 00:16:26,519 --> 00:16:28,287 Mom's a fighter. 314 00:16:28,387 --> 00:16:30,223 The bandages prove that. 315 00:16:30,323 --> 00:16:34,293 Oof, Nikki is as tough as they come. 316 00:16:34,393 --> 00:16:36,596 I know my father's grateful to have her on his side. 317 00:16:36,696 --> 00:16:39,332 She's grateful to have Jack too. 318 00:16:39,432 --> 00:16:41,234 No matter what my dad says or does. 319 00:16:41,334 --> 00:16:43,769 You agree with her? 320 00:16:43,870 --> 00:16:46,472 That my father needs to get over it? 321 00:16:46,572 --> 00:16:49,475 My father--he tries to control my mother 322 00:16:49,575 --> 00:16:51,777 by pushing her away. 323 00:16:51,878 --> 00:16:54,113 And I think that's a big mistake. 324 00:16:54,213 --> 00:16:57,483 Wow. I've never heard you say that-- 325 00:16:57,583 --> 00:16:59,519 Victor makes mistakes. 326 00:16:59,619 --> 00:17:01,487 Well, just because I haven't said it to you 327 00:17:01,587 --> 00:17:04,423 doesn't mean I don't think it all the time. 328 00:17:04,524 --> 00:17:06,859 Does that mean you're ready to admit 329 00:17:06,959 --> 00:17:09,829 that Victor was wrong for what he did to my father? 330 00:17:18,704 --> 00:17:22,008 Victor being human must be some relief. 331 00:17:22,108 --> 00:17:24,677 He has been very helpful. 332 00:17:24,777 --> 00:17:28,814 He insisted that I move back to the ranch for my recovery 333 00:17:28,915 --> 00:17:32,385 where things are more familiar and I can be more comfortable 334 00:17:32,485 --> 00:17:35,454 while we wait for my sight to come back. 335 00:17:35,555 --> 00:17:37,323 Which it will. 336 00:17:37,423 --> 00:17:40,192 There's a question in your voice, Jack, 337 00:17:40,293 --> 00:17:41,861 just like everybody else's, 338 00:17:41,961 --> 00:17:43,996 and I don't know the answer to that yet. 339 00:17:44,096 --> 00:17:46,966 -But you will soon. -Ugh. 340 00:17:47,600 --> 00:17:50,670 Prayer and hope are my constant companions these days. 341 00:17:50,770 --> 00:17:54,307 And we both know in the program "one day at a time." 342 00:17:54,407 --> 00:17:57,543 -Amen to that. -You shouldn't have to wonder 343 00:17:57,643 --> 00:18:00,246 whether Victor is going to continue to be helpful. 344 00:18:00,346 --> 00:18:03,683 The shoulds and shouldn'ts never apply to that man. 345 00:18:03,783 --> 00:18:07,453 His resentment of me has caused more problems for you. 346 00:18:07,553 --> 00:18:10,189 Only when he acts on those resentments, 347 00:18:10,289 --> 00:18:14,026 when he's thinking about nothing but his ego or his feelings. 348 00:18:14,126 --> 00:18:16,495 -That's when he can get vicious. -You know what? 349 00:18:16,596 --> 00:18:18,598 I should never have brought that--I'm sorry. 350 00:18:18,698 --> 00:18:21,033 You got enough on your mind. 351 00:18:21,133 --> 00:18:24,236 Oh, what is on my mind is obvious. 352 00:18:24,337 --> 00:18:26,272 Victor set this whole thing in motion 353 00:18:26,372 --> 00:18:28,307 by bringing Patty back to town. 354 00:18:28,407 --> 00:18:31,210 It's so cruel, so reckless, 355 00:18:31,310 --> 00:18:34,313 and it upsets me that...[sighs] 356 00:18:34,413 --> 00:18:37,216 this is the man who I have loved for so many years. 357 00:18:37,316 --> 00:18:39,118 Nikki, you need Victor right now. 358 00:18:39,218 --> 00:18:40,920 He's doing all he can to help you. 359 00:18:41,020 --> 00:18:43,322 Is he? Has he promised to leave you alone? 360 00:18:43,422 --> 00:18:45,057 Has he apologized to you? 361 00:18:45,157 --> 00:18:47,293 -Nikki-- -So many people have asked me 362 00:18:47,393 --> 00:18:50,429 how I can forgive Victor for his behavior. 363 00:18:50,529 --> 00:18:52,565 This time, I'm not sure that I can! 364 00:18:52,665 --> 00:18:54,634 Nikki, Nikki, Nikki. Can I speak? 365 00:18:54,734 --> 00:18:56,969 I'm sorry. Go ahead. 366 00:18:57,069 --> 00:19:00,439 Diane and I are fine. We are healing. 367 00:19:00,539 --> 00:19:01,907 We will come through this together. 368 00:19:02,008 --> 00:19:04,343 Victor did not win. 369 00:19:04,443 --> 00:19:07,680 But does he know what he's lost? 370 00:19:10,483 --> 00:19:13,586 I thought this conversation was about concern for our parents, 371 00:19:13,686 --> 00:19:16,088 so if you're gonna try to turn it into something else, 372 00:19:16,188 --> 00:19:17,690 I'm just gonna go get some coffee. 373 00:19:17,790 --> 00:19:19,358 No, Victoria, just stop. 374 00:19:19,458 --> 00:19:22,094 Don't go. I apologize. 375 00:19:22,194 --> 00:19:25,064 Are you gonna keep pushing? 'Cause I'm just gonna fight you. 376 00:19:25,164 --> 00:19:27,033 This wasn't meant to be a fight. 377 00:19:27,133 --> 00:19:30,202 It was a genuine question. I just want to understand. 378 00:19:31,203 --> 00:19:33,272 About my regrets? 379 00:19:33,372 --> 00:19:35,041 If you have any 380 00:19:35,141 --> 00:19:37,877 when it comes to Victor's attacks on the Abbotts. 381 00:19:37,977 --> 00:19:41,547 Of course I do. I mean, my God, don't you think 382 00:19:41,647 --> 00:19:44,383 I wish I could control what my father does 383 00:19:44,483 --> 00:19:46,352 when he hurts people? 384 00:19:46,452 --> 00:19:49,255 Of course, Kyle, but I can't. 385 00:19:49,355 --> 00:19:52,158 So rehashing this conversation, it's so pointless. 386 00:19:52,258 --> 00:19:54,493 No, I hear you, but when I walked in here, 387 00:19:54,593 --> 00:19:56,762 you were sitting with a lot of thoughts. 388 00:19:56,862 --> 00:19:58,798 Were any of those about Victor going too far? 389 00:19:58,898 --> 00:20:02,735 And not just about my father, but pushing your mom away. 390 00:20:03,836 --> 00:20:08,374 My feelings are between my father and me. 391 00:20:08,474 --> 00:20:10,443 And what do you say to him? 392 00:20:10,543 --> 00:20:11,911 And that's none of your business. 393 00:20:12,011 --> 00:20:14,914 See, I think it is, because he brought Patty to town again. 394 00:20:15,014 --> 00:20:18,751 He knew how deadly she can be, and he did it anyway. 395 00:20:18,851 --> 00:20:20,686 My mom was locked up. My father almost died. 396 00:20:20,786 --> 00:20:23,255 And even when we thought we were safe-- 397 00:20:25,124 --> 00:20:28,427 Look, no one in your family 398 00:20:28,527 --> 00:20:30,730 will hold Victor accountable. 399 00:20:30,830 --> 00:20:32,364 And that's our fault? 400 00:20:32,465 --> 00:20:34,667 That's my fault? That's what you're saying? 401 00:20:34,767 --> 00:20:37,336 No, no, no, no. It's is Victor's fault. 402 00:20:37,436 --> 00:20:40,306 Only and always. I just wonder... 403 00:20:40,406 --> 00:20:42,742 how does your family shrug it off? 404 00:20:42,842 --> 00:20:45,244 Go to family dinners, board room meetings, 405 00:20:45,344 --> 00:20:46,746 give him updates on the office? 406 00:20:46,846 --> 00:20:49,448 When do you tell him that he has done enough damage? 407 00:20:49,548 --> 00:20:51,517 That enough is enough? 408 00:20:55,221 --> 00:20:57,690 Maybe someone has. 409 00:21:01,360 --> 00:21:05,097 Billy just can't help himself. He always gets in his own way. 410 00:21:06,532 --> 00:21:08,667 And if Cane thinks that Chancellor's gonna be successful 411 00:21:08,768 --> 00:21:11,804 with Billy around, well, then, they have already lost the war. 412 00:21:11,904 --> 00:21:13,939 And that's good. That's great. 413 00:21:14,039 --> 00:21:17,443 There is... there is your revenge. 414 00:21:17,543 --> 00:21:19,812 Well, Katherine deserves better. 415 00:21:21,547 --> 00:21:25,384 Dad, you're the one who gave Lily Chancellor back. 416 00:21:25,484 --> 00:21:27,386 You know why I did? 417 00:21:27,486 --> 00:21:29,688 Lily is Neil Winters' daughter, 418 00:21:29,789 --> 00:21:31,791 and Neil was a very close friend of mine. 419 00:21:31,891 --> 00:21:33,526 The point is you've already parted ways 420 00:21:33,626 --> 00:21:35,861 with giant portions of the empire, 421 00:21:35,961 --> 00:21:39,532 so why not do the same with Newman Media? 422 00:21:39,632 --> 00:21:42,067 Well, I'll tell you what. 423 00:21:42,168 --> 00:21:46,572 If Lily uses Billy Abbott and Cane Ashby to run her company, 424 00:21:46,672 --> 00:21:48,808 it'll soon be ripe for the picking. 425 00:21:48,908 --> 00:21:52,144 You're gonna go after Chancellor now, aren't you? 426 00:21:52,244 --> 00:21:53,879 Why the hell not? 427 00:21:53,979 --> 00:21:56,482 And that's...fine. 428 00:21:57,983 --> 00:22:01,821 Just give us six months to put our plan in action 429 00:22:01,921 --> 00:22:04,023 and then you can do whatever you want. 430 00:22:04,123 --> 00:22:05,324 [laughs] Son... 431 00:22:05,424 --> 00:22:06,926 son, it's my money, my company. 432 00:22:07,026 --> 00:22:08,460 I can do what the hell I want anyway. 433 00:22:08,561 --> 00:22:10,362 CHELSEA: Of course. We just... 434 00:22:10,462 --> 00:22:12,898 wanna be clear about how determined we are 435 00:22:12,998 --> 00:22:14,934 to impress you. 436 00:22:15,034 --> 00:22:17,503 I'll make you one offer. 437 00:22:17,603 --> 00:22:20,139 Take it or leave it. 438 00:22:25,711 --> 00:22:28,614 Being apart, worrying about each other, 439 00:22:28,714 --> 00:22:31,750 made all the other issues fade. 440 00:22:31,851 --> 00:22:34,687 Diane was tormented by the image of me in bed with Patty. 441 00:22:34,787 --> 00:22:37,089 I was frustrated that she wouldn't give us a chance 442 00:22:37,189 --> 00:22:38,624 to work through things together. 443 00:22:38,724 --> 00:22:40,359 Now... 444 00:22:40,459 --> 00:22:42,661 we know what matters most. 445 00:22:42,761 --> 00:22:45,664 Protecting what we have at all costs. 446 00:22:45,764 --> 00:22:48,801 Sounds like Diane went through hell. 447 00:22:48,901 --> 00:22:52,171 But her love and strength got her through it. 448 00:22:52,271 --> 00:22:56,075 Yeah, Diane's a tough one. So are you, my dear. 449 00:22:57,476 --> 00:22:59,078 I have my moments. 450 00:22:59,178 --> 00:23:03,582 My point is forgiveness is some pretty powerful stuff. 451 00:23:03,682 --> 00:23:06,619 It can change a story's ending. 452 00:23:06,719 --> 00:23:10,122 Is there such a thing in real life as an ending, 453 00:23:10,222 --> 00:23:12,858 or is it just another chapter? 454 00:23:12,958 --> 00:23:15,227 Yeah, fair enough. We've both lived a lot of chapters, 455 00:23:15,327 --> 00:23:17,396 and it ain't over till it's over. 456 00:23:17,496 --> 00:23:20,799 But if the next chapter is just like that last one... 457 00:23:20,900 --> 00:23:22,568 why read the book? 458 00:23:22,668 --> 00:23:26,238 Don't do this, Nikki. Don't make me, of all people, 459 00:23:26,338 --> 00:23:28,507 be the one rooting for you and Victor 460 00:23:28,607 --> 00:23:30,409 to put it all together again. 461 00:23:30,509 --> 00:23:33,245 Jack, I am not asking you to do that. 462 00:23:33,345 --> 00:23:37,082 You deserve all the love and support you can get. 463 00:23:37,182 --> 00:23:41,453 And I have that. I have my family and my friends. 464 00:23:41,553 --> 00:23:44,757 I have everything anybody could hope for. 465 00:23:46,425 --> 00:23:49,128 Kyle, Victoria, come on in. 466 00:23:50,262 --> 00:23:52,364 Oh, speaking of my wonderful daughter... 467 00:23:52,464 --> 00:23:54,934 What about me? 468 00:23:55,034 --> 00:23:56,869 Well, you have been a tremendous support 469 00:23:56,969 --> 00:23:59,305 through this whole thing. 470 00:23:59,405 --> 00:24:01,840 Thank you, Mom. Well, now I'm ready to take you home 471 00:24:01,941 --> 00:24:03,642 if you're ready. 472 00:24:03,742 --> 00:24:07,313 Well, I suppose Jack needs his rest. 473 00:24:07,413 --> 00:24:10,349 Just wait'll I get outta this joint. 474 00:24:13,252 --> 00:24:15,587 I am here for you. 475 00:24:15,688 --> 00:24:17,356 Whenever you need me. 476 00:24:17,456 --> 00:24:19,625 You always are. 477 00:24:19,725 --> 00:24:22,594 I always will be. 478 00:24:30,369 --> 00:24:32,404 What are you proposing? 479 00:24:32,504 --> 00:24:34,673 If you don't wanna go personally after Sally Spectra, 480 00:24:34,773 --> 00:24:37,176 then that's all right with me, okay? 481 00:24:37,276 --> 00:24:38,944 That's good to know. 482 00:24:39,044 --> 00:24:42,214 And if you wanna create a new Newman Media, 483 00:24:42,314 --> 00:24:44,850 I will not make an issue out of it. 484 00:24:44,950 --> 00:24:47,619 Great. What's the rest? 485 00:24:47,720 --> 00:24:49,955 I don't interfere in what you want, 486 00:24:50,055 --> 00:24:52,925 and you don't interfere in my plans. 487 00:24:53,025 --> 00:24:56,628 So you still plan to go after Sally and Audra. 488 00:24:56,729 --> 00:24:58,998 How is that any different than what you just said? 489 00:24:59,098 --> 00:25:01,500 Son, I want this for you. 490 00:25:01,600 --> 00:25:03,669 And I wanna get back what is mine. 491 00:25:03,769 --> 00:25:06,972 -It's a win-win situation. -Okay, well, it's not for Sally. 492 00:25:07,072 --> 00:25:08,507 Who gives a damn? 493 00:25:10,642 --> 00:25:12,711 Oh, wait a minute. 494 00:25:12,811 --> 00:25:15,047 Wait a minute. 495 00:25:15,147 --> 00:25:18,617 This is about your guilt. You being together, right? 496 00:25:18,717 --> 00:25:21,020 No. You know what this is? It's about decency. 497 00:25:21,120 --> 00:25:23,455 No, son, it's about justice. 498 00:25:23,555 --> 00:25:25,758 I get back what was taken from me. 499 00:25:25,858 --> 00:25:28,160 You got it? Come hell or high water! 500 00:25:33,332 --> 00:25:36,635 Well, isn't this a nice surprise to see all of your-- 501 00:25:38,470 --> 00:25:41,106 Uh, Nikki, are-- are you all right? 502 00:25:41,206 --> 00:25:43,809 Yes, I'm better now after my chat with Jack. 503 00:25:43,909 --> 00:25:46,078 I had to have some eye surgery. 504 00:25:46,178 --> 00:25:48,914 But I am so relieved to hear that you're safe 505 00:25:49,014 --> 00:25:52,451 and back where you belong, that you're both okay. 506 00:25:52,551 --> 00:25:56,855 Um, uh, yes, we're both very relieved. 507 00:25:56,955 --> 00:25:59,925 I understand that Patty is back where she belongs as well 508 00:26:00,025 --> 00:26:02,895 where she can't hurt anybody else. 509 00:26:02,995 --> 00:26:05,531 It's horrible that she was given the chance 510 00:26:05,631 --> 00:26:08,467 to cause more pain-- it never should have happened. 511 00:26:08,567 --> 00:26:12,738 Well, this is true, but I really hope you're well, Nikki. 512 00:26:12,838 --> 00:26:14,506 I'm on my way. 513 00:26:14,606 --> 00:26:17,943 I'll let Jack fill you in, but I think it's safe to say 514 00:26:18,043 --> 00:26:20,345 that the worst is over for all of us. 515 00:26:20,446 --> 00:26:22,514 JACK: Thank you for coming by to see me, Nikki. 516 00:26:22,614 --> 00:26:25,984 I will soon be up and around and ready to return the favor. 517 00:26:26,085 --> 00:26:28,020 I'm looking forward to it. 518 00:26:28,120 --> 00:26:29,755 VICTORIA: You ready to head out? 519 00:26:29,855 --> 00:26:32,291 -Okay. -Okay. 520 00:26:32,391 --> 00:26:34,593 Just wait there for a second. 521 00:26:36,395 --> 00:26:38,363 Okay. 522 00:26:38,464 --> 00:26:40,599 Oh, Diane? 523 00:26:40,699 --> 00:26:42,935 Uh, yes. 524 00:26:43,035 --> 00:26:46,738 You two are so lucky to have each other. 525 00:26:46,839 --> 00:26:50,042 Thank you, Nikki. I-I agree. 526 00:26:50,142 --> 00:26:51,610 I'm sorry. 527 00:26:53,712 --> 00:26:55,047 VICTORIA: Thank you. 528 00:26:58,117 --> 00:27:00,052 Hey, hey, come, sit. 529 00:27:00,152 --> 00:27:02,387 [exhales] Oh. Wow. 530 00:27:02,488 --> 00:27:06,492 Well, you're looking so much better. 531 00:27:06,592 --> 00:27:08,494 -Yeah? -And you sound like yourself. 532 00:27:08,594 --> 00:27:10,162 Don't I always sound like myself? 533 00:27:10,262 --> 00:27:13,832 Well, there's a little tinge of a smile in your voice. 534 00:27:13,932 --> 00:27:16,635 I missed it desperately when I was locked up. 535 00:27:16,735 --> 00:27:18,670 We have so much time to make up for. 536 00:27:18,770 --> 00:27:21,473 -Family breakfasts. -Quiet dinners. 537 00:27:21,573 --> 00:27:23,041 Watching Harrison swim. 538 00:27:23,142 --> 00:27:26,211 Maybe just quiet time between the two of us. 539 00:27:26,311 --> 00:27:28,080 That's what I'm really looking forward to. 540 00:27:28,180 --> 00:27:30,249 Yeah, is that my cue to leave, 541 00:27:30,349 --> 00:27:31,950 hang a "do not disturb" sign on the door? 542 00:27:32,050 --> 00:27:33,218 Because, Dad, I'm really sorry, 543 00:27:33,318 --> 00:27:34,720 but I don't think that flies here. 544 00:27:34,820 --> 00:27:36,722 You're not going anywhere. 545 00:27:36,822 --> 00:27:39,825 It gives me peace to keep eyes on both of you. 546 00:27:39,925 --> 00:27:42,928 All I want is to not live in fear. 547 00:27:43,028 --> 00:27:47,132 And I plan to make sure you get your wish. 548 00:27:53,472 --> 00:27:55,407 How is your pain level? 549 00:27:55,507 --> 00:27:58,310 Uh, my medical team knows about my history, 550 00:27:58,410 --> 00:28:00,412 and we're being very cautious with painkillers. 551 00:28:00,512 --> 00:28:02,147 And your sutures? 552 00:28:02,247 --> 00:28:04,116 Holding up fine so far. 553 00:28:04,216 --> 00:28:05,817 -Okay. Have you eaten anything? -Mom. 554 00:28:05,918 --> 00:28:08,220 What? Yes, I'm hovering. 555 00:28:08,320 --> 00:28:10,989 And no, I'm not going to stop. It's my right. 556 00:28:11,089 --> 00:28:13,025 You could hover a whole lot more 557 00:28:13,125 --> 00:28:14,526 if the doctors would let me go home. 558 00:28:14,626 --> 00:28:16,228 Okay. Now you're being ridiculous. 559 00:28:16,328 --> 00:28:18,330 -You were stabbed. -I am going stir crazy. 560 00:28:18,430 --> 00:28:22,401 Really? Even with me here? Wow. Thanks a lot, Jack. 561 00:28:22,501 --> 00:28:24,870 I wanna spend all my time at home with you, 562 00:28:24,970 --> 00:28:26,305 and you're somehow offended. 563 00:28:26,405 --> 00:28:29,608 I don't know. Do you think I'm gonna bore you there too? 564 00:28:29,708 --> 00:28:32,644 Never happen. But we could go home and try. 565 00:28:32,744 --> 00:28:35,180 Okay. You two sound back to normal, 566 00:28:35,280 --> 00:28:37,115 -for better or worse. -He's already sick of us. 567 00:28:37,216 --> 00:28:40,118 Lucky for you, I've got a meeting to go to. 568 00:28:40,219 --> 00:28:44,122 That a boy. Keep things going at Jabot while I'm away. 569 00:28:44,223 --> 00:28:46,625 -That's the plan. -Yeah, and, uh, don't rush back. 570 00:28:46,725 --> 00:28:48,293 I can take a hint, Mom. 571 00:28:48,393 --> 00:28:50,295 Kyle. 572 00:28:50,395 --> 00:28:52,898 Thank you for getting your mother home safely. 573 00:28:54,132 --> 00:28:56,201 You know we do love you very much. 574 00:28:56,301 --> 00:28:58,637 I can tell. 575 00:29:02,074 --> 00:29:04,376 -I love you too. -Aw. 576 00:29:05,811 --> 00:29:08,146 -Okay, hurry. Come on. -What are you talking about? 577 00:29:08,247 --> 00:29:10,148 -Lie down next to me. Come on. -Oh! No, way. 578 00:29:10,249 --> 00:29:12,951 -Your nurses will have a fit. -It'll be worth it. 579 00:29:13,051 --> 00:29:15,387 I'll get to lie next to you. Come on. 580 00:29:17,055 --> 00:29:18,523 Come on. 581 00:29:19,491 --> 00:29:21,226 Then there's nothing else we can say? 582 00:29:21,326 --> 00:29:23,328 No. Not on this issue. 583 00:29:23,428 --> 00:29:25,397 Okay, then. 584 00:29:25,497 --> 00:29:28,200 Good talk...Pops. 585 00:29:33,338 --> 00:29:35,474 CHELSEA: Nikki, hi. 586 00:29:35,574 --> 00:29:38,243 Oh, Chelsea. Good morning. 587 00:29:38,343 --> 00:29:42,114 Adam I just came to see Victor. 588 00:29:42,214 --> 00:29:44,249 How you doing, Nikki? 589 00:29:44,349 --> 00:29:46,585 I would imagine that you know what this is like 590 00:29:46,685 --> 00:29:48,186 more than most people. 591 00:29:48,287 --> 00:29:51,089 Having been there myself, yes. 592 00:29:51,189 --> 00:29:53,925 So if there's any way that I can help... 593 00:29:55,027 --> 00:29:56,495 That's very kind of you. 594 00:29:56,595 --> 00:29:58,330 I hope that this is short-lived 595 00:29:58,430 --> 00:30:00,198 and you recover very quickly, Nikki. 596 00:30:01,533 --> 00:30:03,135 From your lips... 597 00:30:03,235 --> 00:30:05,070 Take care, okay? 598 00:30:05,170 --> 00:30:06,772 Bye. 599 00:30:11,410 --> 00:30:13,312 Hey, Dad. 600 00:30:13,412 --> 00:30:15,280 Have you been waiting for us? 601 00:30:15,380 --> 00:30:17,049 How was your day so far? 602 00:30:17,149 --> 00:30:21,620 It was lovely feeling the sun on my face. 603 00:30:21,720 --> 00:30:23,522 So you went for a walk? 604 00:30:23,622 --> 00:30:27,759 Uh, we went into town and, um, we have some news. 605 00:30:27,859 --> 00:30:30,329 Yeah? About what? 606 00:30:30,429 --> 00:30:32,497 It's about my eyesight. 607 00:30:35,133 --> 00:30:37,269 -Are you sure? -Yes, I'm sure. 608 00:30:37,369 --> 00:30:39,271 -But your wound... -It's getting better. 609 00:30:39,371 --> 00:30:41,073 -It's getting better. -I don't know, Jack. 610 00:30:41,173 --> 00:30:43,008 -I don't think this is-- -Just for a little while. 611 00:30:43,108 --> 00:30:44,609 -Okay. -Ouch! 612 00:30:44,710 --> 00:30:47,145 -I'm kidding. -Okay, okay. 613 00:30:47,245 --> 00:30:50,015 That was really mean, and I can't even smack you. 614 00:30:50,115 --> 00:30:52,117 No, you can't. I'm in a hospital. 615 00:30:52,217 --> 00:30:54,586 Come on, just stay here for a little while, okay? 616 00:30:54,686 --> 00:30:59,324 Yeah. This feels really nice. There's no place I'd rather be. 617 00:30:59,424 --> 00:31:02,794 You know, Kyle would see this and say it's ridiculous. 618 00:31:02,894 --> 00:31:05,630 But I think he is thrilled we're back together. 619 00:31:06,832 --> 00:31:08,900 Yeah, he is, but... 620 00:31:09,000 --> 00:31:10,435 But what? 621 00:31:10,535 --> 00:31:12,571 Does he seem okay to you? 622 00:31:12,671 --> 00:31:17,209 I-I know he's happy about us, but... 623 00:31:17,309 --> 00:31:20,645 it just seems like there's something else underneath it. 624 00:31:27,018 --> 00:31:28,286 [metallic clank] 625 00:31:28,387 --> 00:31:30,689 [footsteps approach] 626 00:31:33,925 --> 00:31:35,761 Huh. 627 00:31:35,861 --> 00:31:39,331 You are not the Abbott I was hoping for. 628 00:31:46,772 --> 00:31:48,507 -Your father. -[sighing] I know. 629 00:31:48,607 --> 00:31:50,709 Have you ever met anyone more stubborn? 630 00:31:50,809 --> 00:31:52,744 More? No. But I do know a whole list of Newmans 631 00:31:52,844 --> 00:31:54,546 who are tied for second place. 632 00:31:54,646 --> 00:31:59,084 It makes coming to a consensus real fun, real easy. 633 00:31:59,184 --> 00:32:00,919 Look, I'm sorry to put you through 634 00:32:01,019 --> 00:32:02,654 whatever that was back at the house. 635 00:32:02,754 --> 00:32:06,391 Talking to my father is always a test of your patience. 636 00:32:06,491 --> 00:32:09,828 It is what it is. I was raised by Anita. 637 00:32:09,928 --> 00:32:11,663 There were no discussions. There was just, 638 00:32:11,763 --> 00:32:15,100 "Wake up, kiddo. We gotta outrun the landlord again." 639 00:32:15,200 --> 00:32:16,668 And this is better? 640 00:32:16,768 --> 00:32:18,970 -[whispering] I didn't say that. -Okay. 641 00:32:19,070 --> 00:32:21,339 Well, maybe that's where we went wrong-- 642 00:32:21,440 --> 00:32:24,276 not ditching the landlord, my father, in this case. 643 00:32:24,376 --> 00:32:25,744 Yeah, I'd agree with you 644 00:32:25,844 --> 00:32:28,113 except Connor loves living at the ranch. 645 00:32:28,213 --> 00:32:31,349 He's so happy there, and Victor's part of the package 646 00:32:31,450 --> 00:32:33,952 even though he's stubborn, vengeful... 647 00:32:34,052 --> 00:32:36,755 Ah, ah, ah. He's not out for revenge. 648 00:32:36,855 --> 00:32:39,791 Sorry, that's right. He's out for justice. 649 00:32:39,891 --> 00:32:43,495 Mm-hmm. Righting all wrongs. To hell with anything else. 650 00:32:45,230 --> 00:32:48,400 You know that was a take-it-or-leave-it offer 651 00:32:48,500 --> 00:32:51,503 -back there. -So what do you wanna do? 652 00:32:51,603 --> 00:32:53,238 Do you wanna create something new, 653 00:32:53,338 --> 00:32:54,940 or do you wanna ride shotgun 654 00:32:55,040 --> 00:32:57,175 while my dad pillages Spectra-Charles? 655 00:32:57,275 --> 00:32:59,711 I do feel guilty. Even though everyone 656 00:32:59,811 --> 00:33:02,314 ended up with the person they were supposed to be with, 657 00:33:02,414 --> 00:33:03,982 obviously, I... 658 00:33:04,082 --> 00:33:06,985 mother to mother, I want Sally to have a break. 659 00:33:07,085 --> 00:33:09,788 At least while she's pregnant. 660 00:33:09,888 --> 00:33:12,991 Well, how can we make that happen? 661 00:33:13,091 --> 00:33:14,693 I have no idea. 662 00:33:14,793 --> 00:33:16,661 But there has to be a way 663 00:33:16,761 --> 00:33:19,364 Sally doesn't pay for Billy crossing Victor. 664 00:33:20,365 --> 00:33:22,367 So you have news already? 665 00:33:22,467 --> 00:33:25,704 I thought the appointment was for this afternoon. 666 00:33:25,804 --> 00:33:29,007 Well, the doctor was able to see me early. 667 00:33:29,107 --> 00:33:32,344 There--there's no verdict on my vision, 668 00:33:32,444 --> 00:33:34,880 but the bandages are coming off tomorrow. 669 00:33:34,980 --> 00:33:38,550 Mm. Well, then we should have news. 670 00:33:38,650 --> 00:33:41,319 So do you... 671 00:33:41,419 --> 00:33:43,922 still wanna go with me to my appointment tomorrow? 672 00:33:44,022 --> 00:33:46,258 Didn't you have another appointment today? 673 00:33:48,660 --> 00:33:51,229 Okay. So that's what this is about. 674 00:33:51,329 --> 00:33:53,131 What do you mean? 675 00:33:53,231 --> 00:33:55,100 You know that Jack is in the hospital, 676 00:33:55,200 --> 00:33:56,735 and that is your focus. 677 00:33:56,835 --> 00:33:58,803 That's your focus! 678 00:34:00,338 --> 00:34:02,874 You both visited that son of a bitch! 679 00:34:02,974 --> 00:34:06,678 Yes, we stopped by to see how he's doing. 680 00:34:08,713 --> 00:34:10,615 -Victor? -VICTORIA: [sighs] 681 00:34:10,715 --> 00:34:13,552 He's gone, Mom. 682 00:34:13,652 --> 00:34:15,453 [sighs] Ohh... 683 00:34:16,421 --> 00:34:18,523 You're worried about Kyle? 684 00:34:18,623 --> 00:34:22,427 Yes. When--okay, when he showed up at Markham's 685 00:34:22,527 --> 00:34:24,863 to, you know, to rescue me, 686 00:34:24,963 --> 00:34:29,634 he was so calm and so steady, 687 00:34:29,734 --> 00:34:31,870 and yet it had to have been nerve-wracking. 688 00:34:31,970 --> 00:34:33,972 And then we thought the worst of it was over 689 00:34:34,072 --> 00:34:36,808 and we went to our house and there you were, 690 00:34:36,908 --> 00:34:38,610 and all the--all the blood... 691 00:34:38,710 --> 00:34:41,012 And look at me now. 692 00:34:41,112 --> 00:34:43,181 Lying next to the woman I love. 693 00:34:43,281 --> 00:34:47,919 Yes, and I think we are riding the relief of that 694 00:34:48,019 --> 00:34:50,355 and the euphoria of being together. 695 00:34:50,455 --> 00:34:54,693 But I-I don't know, Jack. I think that Kyle's still... 696 00:34:54,793 --> 00:34:57,162 pretty shaken and very angry. 697 00:34:57,262 --> 00:35:00,065 Yeah, but that's understandable. 698 00:35:00,165 --> 00:35:02,000 And I think it'll fade. 699 00:35:02,100 --> 00:35:04,235 -You think? -Yeah. 700 00:35:04,336 --> 00:35:06,705 We'll all go home together, 701 00:35:06,805 --> 00:35:09,874 start living as a family again and... 702 00:35:09,975 --> 00:35:13,178 yeah, I think Kyle will be okay. 703 00:35:13,278 --> 00:35:16,114 I think we'll all be okay. 704 00:35:17,349 --> 00:35:21,453 [chuckles] Well, it's so nice of you to visit. 705 00:35:21,553 --> 00:35:25,790 Jack and I would have invited you to the house eventually. 706 00:35:25,890 --> 00:35:27,359 Was that your plan? 707 00:35:27,459 --> 00:35:29,327 You left him bleeding on the floor. 708 00:35:29,427 --> 00:35:31,696 Oh, why the attitude? 709 00:35:31,796 --> 00:35:35,266 Didn't you want mommy and daddy to get back together? 710 00:35:35,367 --> 00:35:38,336 I'm the fairy godmother who granted your wish. 711 00:35:38,436 --> 00:35:41,206 -Amazing. -You're welcome. 712 00:35:41,306 --> 00:35:43,174 Bye-bye. 713 00:35:43,274 --> 00:35:46,611 Oh, no, no, no, Patty. I don't think we're done here. 714 00:35:46,711 --> 00:35:50,715 Did you want me to ring for some tea or something stronger? 715 00:35:50,815 --> 00:35:52,917 I want proof. 716 00:35:53,018 --> 00:35:55,654 That Victor was behind all of this. 717 00:35:55,754 --> 00:35:59,324 You're gonna give me the ammo I need to take him down. 718 00:36:21,579 --> 00:36:24,182 Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc. 719 00:36:24,282 --> 00:36:27,185 Captioning provided by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, 720 00:36:27,285 --> 00:36:30,188 Sony Pictures Television and CBS, Inc. 721 00:36:30,288 --> 00:36:33,324 Join us again for "The Young and the Restless."