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Scene 1
Phyllis Newman is sitting at the Athletic Club bar. It’s getting late in the evening. As Phyllis has a drink, her friend and former husband Jack Abbott approaches her. “Hey Red… you look kind of rattled,” he observes, “What happened?” “What happened? Let’s see… I just got out of the police station,” Phyllis responds, “I spent the last few hours there.” Jack is concerned. “Why?” he asks. “Someone attempted to run down me and Nick earlier today,” Phyllis reveals. “Are you kidding?” Jack responds, “Run you down? Who would do something like that?” “The same person who has been calling constantly and hanging up, who convinced Summer to put a dead eel in my bed… don’t ask about that…”
“Why didn’t you go to the police sooner?” Jack inquires, “If someone’s been harassing you…” “After everything we went through with Adam, I didn’t think the police would be willing to listen,” Phyllis explains, “I mean, they all hate the Newmans. They’re not gonna do us any favors.” “I hear you, but still, It’s their job to investigate,” Jack replies. Phyllis looks tired. “I don’t want to think about it or talk about this right now, please,” she admits, “Can we talk about something else?”
Scene 2
Tucker McCall joins Ashley Abbott in her office in the Jabot Cosmetics building. “I’m heading out,” he announces, “Just wanted to see what you were up to.” “I’ll be here a little while longer,” Ashley replies, “I’m going over a few more reports.” “I have a short meeting at the club, but if you’d like, you can join me for a late dinner afterwards,” Tucker offers. Ashley becomes uncomfortable as soon as the conversation moves away from business.
“You know, I still don’t understand you,” she begins, “Why you would return Katherine’s company to her, but not return Jabot to my family. Why you would then ask me out on a date even though you know I don’t agree with your choices and your actions.” “I’m a guy that takes charge of what I want,” Tucker replies, “I don’t like to sit back; I get the ball rolling…” “Well, I wish you’d find something else to focus on,” Ashley remarks. “I’m trying to prove myself to you,” Tucker insists, “if you’d just give me the chance.” “I don’t have to give you a chance,” Ashley responds, “You’re my boss. Not my friend.” “Well, if that’s how you feel, I hope we can change that,” Tucker tells her, “Because I really think we could be a lot more than friends.” He gets closer, but Ashley backs away.
“Neil and I have just ended things,” Ashley recaps, “My daughter has been acting out lately… I have Jabot to worry about… I really don’t feel that I’m looking for a committed relationship. I don’t know how else to tell you that.” “You know, that’s how I felt my whole life,” Tucker admits, “But sometimes, when you meet someone special, you realize what you’ve missed out on.” Ashley says nothing. Tucker realizes he should stop. “Well, if you change your mind… about dinner, you know where to find me, darlin’,” he says as he leaves the room.
Scene 3
Kevin Fisher arrives at Jimmy’s Bar, where his good friend and former business partner Mackenzie Browning is bartending for the night. “Hey, Mac,” Kevin greets her, “Long time, no see.” “Yeah, you too,” Mackenzie replies, “…So how was your first day back at Chancellor?” “Uneventful,” Kevin replies, “But your grandma is gonna be a great boss… and I’m sure I’ll get the hang of things really soon.”
“Since you brought up work, what’re you doing, still working in this place?” Kevin asks, obviously implying that a pregnant woman shouldn’t work in a bar. “It’s not like there’s ever fights in here or anything,” Mackenzie replies, “I’m perfectly safe.”
Scott Grainger, Jr. arrives. “Scott, you remember Mackenzie, right?” Kevin asks. “Yes, of course,” Scott replies, “It’s good to see you again.” “You too,” Mackenzie replies. She’s behind the bar, so he can’t see that she’s pregnant from where she’s standing. “Woah, congratulations,” Scott says, noticing that she’s pregnant when she finally moves away from the counter, “Who’s the lucky guy?” “I’m back with JT,” Mackenzie answers, “But they’re not his… or mine.” “Mac’s a surrogate mother,” Kevin explains, “She’s carrying twins for a friend of ours who just got over cancer.” “That’s very noble of you,” Scott comments.
“Speaking of noble, Scott has been teaching high school in inner-city Toronto,” Kevin informs Mackenzie. “I’m working at Restless Style though now,” Scott adds. “Hmm, maybe you can help keep Billy on the right track,” Mackenzie says. “I’ll try,” Scott says with a laugh. “I don’t think anyone can save ‘Willy’ from himself,” Kevin offers his opinion. “You two don’t get along?” Scott inquires. “He used to go out with Mac,” Kevin replies, “He hurt her more than once.” “It was more than just ‘going out,’” Mackenzie clarifies, “We were married once… but we’re still friends.” “Hey, why don’t we go find a table?” Kevin suggests, in order to end the discussion on Billy Abbott. He and Scott turn around to find a table.
“You know, I used to teach kindergarten on a Native reservation,” Mackenzie suddenly informs Scott. He turns back around. “Most difficult but most rewarding thing I’ve ever done, right?” Scott asks. “Yeah, we should swap stories sometime,” Mackenzie suggests. “Sure,” Scott agrees. He and Kevin head over to an empty table. “I used to have such the biggest crush on her,” Kevin tells Scott. “I remember,” Scott replies. “And then I met Jana,” Kevin continues, “and I learned what true love is.”
Scene 4
Victor Newman sits in the living room, thinking about his argument with his daughter Abby Carlton. “You don’t want me to be happy!” Abby had said. “That’s not true. Of course I want you to be happy,” Victor had replies, “I’m your father. Of course, I do.” “No, Brad Carlton is my father!” Abby had shouted as she ran upstairs.
Meanwhile, in her bedroom, Abby thinks about the same conversation. She clearly feels guilty.
Victor then recalls a conversation that he had with his ex-wife Ashley about lighten the terms of her punishment as a token of good will. “I thought you might want to know: I talked to Lauren earlier, and she’s been really impressed with Abby’s work at the Boutique so far,” Ashley had said. “Is that right?” Victor responded, “It just proves what we’ve been saying to Abby all along… that she can do whatever she sets her mind to, as long as she stays committed to it. That’s why she doesn’t need distractions like Ryder Callahan in her life.” “I was thinking that, since she’s proven that she can be responsible, maybe we can relent a little?” Ashley had suggested, “Give her some of her freedom back.” “I’ll think about it, alright?” Victor had replied.
Victor’s face is pensive. He still hasn’t reached a decision…
Scene 5
Phyllis and Jack continue their conversation at the Athletic Club bar. “You wanna talk about something else?” Jack asks. “Yeah, let’s talk about you for a change,” Phyllis answers. “Well, I’ve had a lot of changes in my life recently,” Jack states the obvious. “Yeah, so I heard, or rather I saw,” Phyllis responds. “The article in the Chronicle?” Jack asks knowingly. Phyllis nods. “And I just spent the day with Noah, whose arms are covered in cuts and bandages,” she explains. “Yeah, for my son to not get along with Noah,” Jack begins, “That’s the last thing I wanted to happen.”
“Speaking of the unwanted…,” Phyllis says as Diane Jenkins arrives and approaches Jack and Phyllis. “Well, hello to you too, Phyllis,” Diane says in a snooty way. “When I heard Kyle was back in town, I was hoping you’d be staying far away,” Phyllis admits, “So much for that…” “Yeah, so much for that,” Diane mocks her, “I am back for good… so Jack, why don’t you give us a few minutes to catch up?” “I don’t know if that’s such a good idea,” Jack says, turning to Phyllis, “especially with the mood you’re in…” “When is Phyllis not in a mood?” Diane responds. “See, this is exactly why I don’t want to leave you two alone,” Jack informs them.
“It’s fine, Jack,” Phyllis insists, “You can go. The sooner we get this over with, the sooner she goes away.” Jack nods. “Play nicely,” he warns, “I don’t want another fight on my hands.” He turns to Diane. “I’m gonna go see Ashley over at Jabot,” he tells her, “I’ll meet you at home.” This catches Phyllis off-guard. As Jack leaves, she questions Diane. “Home?” Phyllis asks, “You mean, you’re living at the Abbott Mansion? Boy, you work fast…”
Scene 6
Ryder Callahan and Daniel Romalotti, Jr. arrive at Jimmy’s Bar within minutes of one another. They join Kevin and Scott. The four guys bump fists and pat each other on the back to greet each other. “Hey, Mr. CIO!” Daniel says to Kevin. “You want a beer?” Scott offers Daniel. “Thanks, but, um… I don’t drink anymore,” Daniel announces, “Long story: Stupid decision I made as a teenager. Changed a lot of lives. And I said I would never take another drink.” He’s referring to getting drunk at a party initiated the course of events that ultimately led to Cassie Newman’s death. “I had no idea,” Scott answers, “Sorry, man.”
Kevin rejoins Mackenzie at the bar while Scott, Daniel, and Ryder remain at the table. “So are you drinking to celebrate your new job at Chancellor or to help take your mind off things with Jana?” Mackenzie inquires. Kevin thinks for a moment. “Good question,” he responds, “A little of both, I guess.” “Well, if you ever wanna talk, or if you just need to unload, you know, I’m a good listener,” Mackenzie offers. “I know,” Kevin nods. “That’s how I get all my tips,” Mackenzie jokes. Kevin smirks. “Thanks,” he says. “Any time you’re ready,” Mackenzie replies softly.
Scene 7
Phyllis and Diane continue to verbally spar with one another at the Athletic Club bar. “I gotta admit the timing is a little convenient,” Phyllis tells Diane, “I mean, Jack’s fiancée leaves, and you’re right here hovering around him like a vulture ready to swoop in for the kill.” “I am here for Kyle, and for Kyle only,” Diane maintains. “Keep telling yourself that, sweetie pie,” Phyllis remarks. “Don’t call me sweetie pie,” Diane orders. “Don’t lie to me,” Phyllis replies, “You have always wanted Jack for yourself. The least you can do is admit that, and stop using your son as an excuse to worm your way back into his life.”
Phyllis continues her rant: “Maybe if you had actually mothered him,” she says in a judgmental tone. Diane cuts her off. “Don’t tell me what I didn’t do,” she fires back, “You have no idea what our life has been like. And how dare you be so judgmental of me? At least I was never declared an unfit mother.” “At least I’ve never burned down someone’s house to get what I want,” Phyllis retorts. “If you continue to challenge me, you will go down in flames, Phyllis,” Diane threatens, “Don’t forget that.” “Bitch,” Phyllis mutters as Diane walks away.
Scene 8
As Diane is about to leave the Athletic Club, Tucker McCall arrives for a meeting with Katherine Chancellor Murphy and Paul Williams. “Miss Jenkins, darlin’, what a pleasant surprise!” Tucker says. Apparently, they are previously acquainted. “Usually, when people see me, it’s not a pleasant surprise,” Diane admits. “Well, I’ve heard only good things about the top architect at Castle Properties,” Tucker tells her, “my newest subsidiary.” “I’m flattered that someone as successful and talented as you thinks so highly of me,” Diane says. “You deserve it,” Tucker tells her. It’s clear that he’s in a rush.
“Listen… I have a meeting right now, but you should come by my office sometime, darlin’,” Tucker suggests, “Let me give you my card.” He hands her his business card.
Scene 9
Private investigator Paul Williams and his client Katherine Chancellor Murphy join Tucker at the Athletic Club to discuss the whereabouts of Eileen Ramsey, a person-of-interest in the search for Jill Abbott’s biological parents. They greet each other and then get down to business: “So I checked back in with the adoption agency,” Paul begins. “And…?” Katherine inquires. “Now here’s the interesting part… their records show that Tucker was dropped off there on September 29th. That’s your [Tucker’s] birthday…,” Paul explains, “So that’s consistent with what Charlotte said… that she dropped your baby off at the adoption agency at your request.” “Yes, we know all that,” Katherine states. “Right, but according to the agency records, which were conveniently misplaced last time because of renovations to the storage room, Jill wasn’t dropped off to the agency until more than two weeks later, on October 17th,” Paul continues. Katherine raises an eyebrow. “So whoever gave up Jill lied about her birth date,” she realizes. “Assuming that she was brought to the agency as soon as she was born, then, yes,” Paul says. “Right,” Tucker nods, “She could have been born the same day as me, but not given up right away.” “It’s possible,” Paul says, “Listen… there’s something else you should know… I probably shouldn’t tell you this, but Jill also came to me for help in finding her birth parents… right after you did. Now, I didn’t officially take the case, but I didn’t want to look suspicious by turning her down outright either. So I told her it would be a long shot, but I’d look around. That’s why I came to you first. But I’m gonna have to tell Jill something when she comes to me asking what I’ve found out…”
Scene 10
Jack Abbott visits his sister Ashley at the Jabot Building. “Another late night at the office?” he asks, as he peaks in from the doorway. “Jacky,” Ashley whispers. A smile spreads across her face. Jack comes inside and they hug. “Did you really think you’d get through today without seeing me?” Jack asks, referring to the anniversary of their father’s death. “Of course not,” Ashley responds, “But I’ve just been burying myself in work today to avoid reliving things.”
“Listen… I couldn’t help but see Gloria’s name still on the office door as I walking in here,” Jack observes, “You got rid of her, right?” Ashley pauses for a moment. “I decided to keep her around a bit longer,” she admits. “What for?” Jack questions, “The woman is nothing but trouble.” “And she also cares about Jabot, despite what she did in the past,” Ashley adds, much to Jack’s surprise, “Think of what day it is today. I saw her earlier… She said some of the most wonderful things about our father, Jack.” “Don’t tell me you are actually feeling sorry for the woman,” Jack says. “You weren’t there, Jack,” Ashley tells him, “You didn’t see her. She had no idea someone was there listening. And she was still really hurting. She really misses our father too.” Jack doesn’t want to hear it…
Scene 11
Ricky Williams returns to the Abbott Manor. He rings the doorbell and Diane answers the front door. “Ricardo, it’s nice to see you again,” she says, “Kyle’s upstairs.” “Actually, I’m not looking for Kyle right now,” Ricky informs her, “I’m looking for you…” Diane looks surprised.
Scene 12
Jack and Ashley continue to talk in the Jabot CEO’s Office. They’ve just finished reminiscing about their father, John Abbott. “You know, I was thinking of going to New York and checking up on Traci,” Jack informs his sister, “I know she was just here not to long ago, but I can’t think of the last time I’ve actually gone to visit her.” “Well, do you really want to leave Kyle alone right now?” Ashley inquires. “It’d only be for a few days,” Jack answers, “and Diane’ll be here.” “Well, you’ve seen the kind of trouble Kyle can get into, even with both of you there,” Ashley states, “Do you think Diane can handle him?” “I’ll take care of things,” Jack insists.
“Do you have something else on your mind… besides Dad?” Jack asks. Ashley pauses for a moment. “There is something else that’s kind of freaking me out,” Ashley confesses. “What’s that?” Jack asks. “I think Tucker ‘likes’ me,” Ashley replies, sounding like a third grader, “You know, ‘likes’ me…” “What has he said to you?” Jack inquires. “He’s made a couple passes at me,” Ashley answers, “He fooled me into going on a date with him, and asked me out for dinner again tonight.” “And you told him no?” Jack follows up. “Of course I told him no,” Ashley states, “He has been holding on to our family company when he’s had so many opportunities to return to the Abbott family… where it belongs.” “So you’re not the slightest bit interested in him?” Jack asks. “No!” Ashley denies, “It’s like everyone has seen past what he did to Katherine, his own mother, but I just can’t do it… He seems so shifty to me. It’s that look he always has on his face. Like he’s always up to something.” “Yeah, that’s the last thing you need,” Jack agrees, “You just ditched ‘the Mustache.’ You don’t need to be hooking up with ‘the Goatee.’” Ashley scoffs at Jack’s latest nickname. “Jack, stop. Be serious,” she says. “I am being serious,” Jack insists, “I don’t want Tucker McCall anywhere near any member of this family.” “I think he got the message,” Ashley says. “He better have,” Jack states.
Scene 13
At the Athletic Club, Tucker continues his meeting with Katherine and Paul. “Well, I’m gonna tell you something that I don’t want Jill to know about…,” Tucker begins, “the whereabouts of Eileen Ramsey.” “Good, because believe me, I’ve exhausted every possible avenue to locate her,” Paul says with a laugh. “Well, you won’t find Eileen Ramsey,” Tucker states, “You’d have to look for Lena Griffin.” “Lena Griffin?” Paul repeats. “So she changed her name?” Katherine deduces. “Yeah… listen to this,” Tucker explains, “Charlotte’s sister worked briefly as a stripper at the Bayou and a few of the other clubs, under the name of Lena Ramm. Apparently, sometime after she left Genoa City, she ended up in New York where she worked under the same name for a bit. Eventually, she legally changed her name to Lena, got married to a guy named, uh, Griffin. They settled on Long Island. You’ll find Lena Griffin living comfortably in the town of Oyster Bay, New York.”
Scene 14
At the Abbott Manor, Ricky begins to question Diane about his mother, Isabella Brana Williams. “You said at the airport that you were friends with my mom,” Ricky states. Diane remembers Paul’s warning not to tell Ricky anything about Isabella. She tries to backtrack on what she said: “Well, we talked every now and again,” Diane lies, “I mean, we were both new mothers. It only made sense we would compare notes. But I don’t know if I’d say we were good friends.” “That’s exactly what you said,” Ricky corrects her, sounding annoyed and suspicious. “Well, we were more like acquaintances,” Diane changes her story, “but it seems like you and my son Kyle are becoming more than that. After seeing some of the kids he was hanging around with back in Vancouver, it’s nice to see him with someone who’s more responsible and conscientious.”
Ricky ignores Diane’s praise. “How did you know her?” he asks, “My mother…” “Oh, um… through a mutual friend,” Diane answers vaguely. “Who?” Ricky presses, “Another mother? A co-worker?” “No, a man named Michael Baldwin,” Diane admits. “I think my dad’s mentioned him,” Ricky recalls, “Is he still in town?” “Check the yellow pages,” Diane suggests, “under ‘Lawyers.’ But don’t expect him to be much help.” Ricky nods. He’s extremely suspicious now, and decides not to press for any more. “Um, I better go,” he announces, “Don’t tell Kyle I was here.” “Sure,” Diane replies, seeming distant.
As soon as Ricky leaves, Diane calls Paul. Paul excuses himself from the table where he was meeting with Katherine and Tucker. “Paul Williams,” he answers. “Paul, it’s Diane,” she says, “Your son was just here asking me questions about Isabella.” Paul looks upset. “What did you tell him?” he asks. “I tried to sidetrack the conversation and not giving anything away, but I think I made him even more suspicious,” Diane admits, “He is not gonna stop until he knows everything that went down between you and Isabella and Christine.” “That’s exactly what I was afraid of,” Paul states…
Scene 15
At the Athletic Club, Paul rejoins Katherine and Tucker after his phone call with Diane. “I’m gonna leave as soon as I can to go track down this Eileen Ramsey,” Paul informs them, “I just need a day or so to talk to Ricky and make sure he’ll be okay by himself… and he’ll stay out of trouble.” Katherine chuckles. “That’s the real trick with kids these days, isn’t it?” she says. “I mean, Ricky’s a good kid. And he’s pretty independent,” Paul continues, “So I’m sure he’ll be fine for a couple of days. I’ll just have Heather check on him.” “Thank you for everything,” Katherine tells him as she gives him a hug. “Well, if this one pans out, it’s on Tucker,” Paul replies. He shakes Tucker’s hand.
Paul leaves, and Katherine and Tucker remain at the table. “Well, I better get going too,” Katherine announces, “Murphy just got back from his fishing trip yesterday, so I’d like to spend some time with him.” “Go ahead,” Tucker says, “Besides, I might be expecting someone anyway.” This piques Katherine’s interest. “Anyone I know?” she asks. “Well, I told Ashley that if she wanted a late dinner, I’d be here,” Tucker answers. Katherine notices something. “When you said Ashley’s name, the whole expression on your face changed,” Katherine observes, “Tell me something… you are interested in Ashley Abbott, aren’t you?”
Scene 16
Ashley arrives at the Main House on the Newman Ranch. She joins Victor in the living room. “Have you given any more thought to the idea of reducing Abby’s grounding?” she inquires. “That’s why I called you here,” Victor answers.
“Sweetheart, are you coming or what?” Victor calls out again. Abby is at the top of the staircase now. “Yes, I’m coming!” she shouts. She comes downstairs, sees both of her parents, and is not expecting the good news that is about to come. “Hi, honey,” Ashley greets her daughter, “Why don’t you have a seat?” Abby sits down, expecting to be in trouble for something else. Victor’s next line surprises her: “Your mother and I were talking earlier, and we’ve decided to give you a little bit of your freedom back,” he announces, “So here’s your cell phone and your laptop.” Abby looks excited. “You continue to show us that you can be responsible by doing a good job at the Boutique, and we’ll let you go out with your friends again…,” Ashley adds.
Scene 17
Abby goes up to her room and the first call she makes is, of course, to Ryder. He gets the call while at Jimmy’s Bar and goes outside to answer. “Abby?” Ryder asks. “I haven’t heard from you since… you know…,” Abby tells him. “The kiss,” Ryder states, completing her thought. “Yeah,” Abby confirms, “You’ve been avoiding me, haven’t you?” “No, you’ve been grounded,” Ryder corrects her. “My parents reduced my sentence,” Abby informs him, “I can’t leave the house quite yet. But soon… and we can talk on the phone until then.” “I realized… when I couldn’t see you that I did miss you,” Ryder admits, “I missed you a lot.” “Of course you missed me,” Abby replies, “I have that effect on people… and I missed you too. You know that, right?” Ryder doesn’t answer. “I’m not finished, Abby,” he says, “As much as I missed you, I couldn’t help but think that maybe it was the right thing.” “What are you saying?” Abby demands. “I’m saying that… maybe we shouldn’t see each other for a while…,” Ryder states.
Scene 18
At Jimmy’s Bar, Ryder rejoins Kevin, Scott, and Daniel after his phone call with Abby. “Yeah, so what’s the deal with the two of you anyway?” Kevin asks, “Are you together or what?” “She got grounded for seeing me,” Ryder answers, “I don’t want her to get in trouble again if we start hanging out again as soon as she’s off the hook.” “So the answer is no then?” Daniel infers. “If she was 18, things would be a lot different,” Ryder admits, “Then her parents wouldn’t be able to tell her what to do or keep us apart.” “So you’re okay just waiting for her to turn 18 in a couple months?” Kevin asks, “She’s a teenaged girl. They’re emotional and impatient. And moody… how do you know she’ll even want to wait for you?”
“Yeah, I taught girls that age,” Scott adds, “when I taught English back in Toronto. And let me tell you… some of them had a new boyfriend, it seemed like, every week. But hey, if it works out for you two, then great… At least you have someone who’s actually interested in you.” “Yeah, just don’t sleep with her,” Kevin advises, “You can get yourself in a lot of trouble. Take it from me… I would know... considering what happened with Lily.” “I’m not gonna sleep with her,” Ryder tells them. “Ever?” Kevin follows up. “Even if she was 18?” Daniel presses. “I’m in no rush,” Ryder clarifies, “I just like spending time with her.”
“Well, I don’t know about the rest of you, but that’s why I’m stickin’ to older women from now on,” Daniel decides. “That’s actually not a surprise coming from you,” Kevin tells him, as he takes another drink of beer. He turns to Scott and Ryder, “You see, other than Lily and Colleen… Daniel’s always gone for the older babes… he liked Mackenzie; then he went after Heather, and then Amber…” “Listen: you’re not above going for older women either, man, so don’t start,” Daniel jokes. Kevin is reminded of his former interest in Scott’s mother, Lauren Fenmore Baldwin, who is now his sister-in-law. “Yeah… do you wanna hear something funny, Scott?” Kevin asks, “Before I had a crush on Mackenzie, I had a crush on your mom,” Kevin announces, “That was before she was married to Michael… around when they started dating, I guess.” “Well, I’m glad you got over that crush,” Scott replies, feeling slightly uncomfortable, “Because if I had to have you as my stepfather, that would be really awkward.” “I can’t picture you and Lauren together at all,” Ryder adds.
“What do you think, Daniel?” Scott asks, “Do you think a guy our age could ever make it work with an older woman if she already has kids?” “Hey, that’s a sensitive topic for him,” Kevin intervenes, noticing the similarity to the situation that ended Daniel’s marriage to Amber. “No, it’s cool,” Daniel says, “I think it just depends whether she wants you to play dad to her kids or not. I’m not willing to do that. But if it’s just me and her havin’ a good time… nothin’ serious, then yeah, I think it could work.” “So, if it was like you and… I dunno… you and Sharon, or someone?” Kevin asks out of the blue. “Me and Sharon?” Daniel smirks, avoiding answering the question, “Where do you guys come up with this stuff?” It sounds like a ridiculous suggestion…
Scene 19
Phyllis and Jack coincidentally meet up again at Crimson Lights Coffee House. “Trying to delay going home?” Phyllis asks, “That’s what I would do if I lived with Diane.” “I was just getting a coffee,” Jack replies, “I’m on my way home now.” “A word of advice, then,” Phyllis says, “Make sure you have fire insurance…” Jack rolls his eyes. “Good one,” he remarks sarcastically. He prepares to leave.
“Wait, Jack!” Phyllis calls out. He turns back. “I’ve been so caught up in all my own drama that I didn’t even realize it was the anniversary of your father’s death.” Jack is surprised. “You remembered?” he asks. “Well, I kind of figured it out,” Phyllis admits, “I knew it was around this time…” “Yeah… four years,” Jack states, “Hard to believe.” “It really is,” Phyllis agrees, “But listen… you are so lucky to have had a father who loved you unconditionally no matter what.” “Believe me, I know that,” Jack nods. “Yeah, I mean, some of us aren’t that lucky,” Phyllis says, “I always knew my parents were disappointed in me, especially my father, because I didn’t fit their image of a perfect child.” “Hey, Red, no one’s perfect,” Jack tries to comfort her, “And quite frankly, all your flaws make you the beautiful, amazingly wonderful person that you are. I know you aren’t close with your parents, and the way I see it, it’s their loss. If they can’t see the kind of daughter they have, then they don’t deserve you.”
Scene 20
Kevin, Scott, Daniel, and Ryder continue their “guys’ night out” at Jimmy’s Bar. “So let me get something straight…,” Scott says to Kevin and Daniel, “You both liked Mackenzie, and you both were with Lily. But you’re all still friends now?”
Mackenzie happens to overhear her name, and interrupts their conversation. “My ears are ringing!” she exclaims as she approaches their table, “Are you guys talking about me?” “Yeah, we’re talking about the time when both of us [Kevin and Daniel] had crushes on you,” Kevin informs her. “She said I was ‘too young’ for her,” Daniel recalls. “She picked JT over me,” Kevin says. “You guys,” Mackenzie says with a smile, “We are so much better as friends. Don’t you agree?” “Yeah, I do,” Kevin tells her, “but still, it’s pretty funny to think about how things could have been.” “Well, I like to think things worked out like they were supposed to,” Mackenzie explains, “and that they’ll continue to do so… for all of us.”
“While you’re here, Mac,” Kevin says, “Can we get some refills?” “Sure… comin’ right up,” Mackenzie tells them as she takes away the pitcher of beer. “So anyway…,” Kevin continues, looking at Scott, “To go back to your question, it’s not like we were ever competing for the same girl or anything. We decided early on, never to let our love lives interfere with our friendship.”
Scene 21
Back in her bedroom on the Newman Ranch, Abby holds up a picture of Ryder. “I’m not ready to give you up,” she reveals, “I think I have a way that we can still be together…”
Scene 22
Mackenzie returns with new drinks for Kevin, Scott, Daniel, and Ryder [and a non-alcoholic beverage for Daniel]. As she leaves, Kevin raises his mug. “Let’s make a toast… to ‘the Brotherhood,’” he suggests, “And to never letting a woman come between us…” “I’ll drink to that,” Scott says. “Hear, hear,” the others say in unision as they clink their mugs together.
Next Time on The Young and The Restless
Roseanne Ryerson is interviewing Victor Newman about his daughter Victoria Newman’s parenting skills. “This is simply a case of a vindictive ex-husband who’s out for revenge,” Victor states. “Convince me of that, Mr. Newman,” Roseanne says.
Billy Abbott has just given Sharon Newman, Nick Newman, and Noah Newman his pitch for having Noah appear in Restless Style. “You really expect us to let our son be featured in your sleazy rag?” Nick asks in disbelief.
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