Friday, May 5th

Neil arrives at the penthouse as summoned – Dina should be calling any minute (per her text) On cue, Dina calls and is put on speakerphone. She’s made a decision about the future of her company.

Victor’s called Scott into his office. The book’s still off but there’s another way Scott can repay his debt; come to work at NE. A suit?! Scott doesn’t have the skillset. Victor disagrees – you have exactly the skillset I need.

Outside, in a parking lot, Nikki watches Tessa changes her clothes outside her car then grab her guitar and walk off.

Back in Victor’s office, Scott asks what the job entails. He’d be working directly with Victor; become acquainted with all aspects of the business. Scott’s not sure he’s the right fit. Victor thinks he is – you’ll learn quickly – and you owe me. When do I start? Scott’s first assignment is to keep an eye on Abby.

Jack gets a text from Abby – Dad had questions about the deal but all handled xo. Are you listening to me?! Ashley’s angry – it sounds like Jack wants to bond with the Mother who abandoned them – she’s cold, vile, vicious. Dina will forget all about Hamilton Winters just like she did our family!

Neil and Devon listen to Dina on speakerphone. She thinks their proposal reasonable, their passion and connection to Kay won her over. If Kay trusted Devon with her fortune, Dina can trust them too. Neil chimes in to say he’s honoured – we won’t let you down. Dina’s having the paperwork sent over – be warned, I strike a hard bargain. Call ended, Neil and Devon are ecstatic – we’ll blow the business world up. That’s not all that’ll blow up, Neil looks worried.

Hilary and Mariah argue. You can’t be me – you can’t pull off this show, that dress OR my man. That’s the thing – Devon’s not your man – he told me to wear this dress, Mariah gloats. Guess he wants an imitation of me – and Hilary wants her dress back. She’s taking back everything that is HERS. Now the claws come out for a good ole catfight!



Next: Seeing Scott in Victor’s office, Abby says she’ll come back. Victor stops her – that’s OK sweetheart – Scott’s the reason I asked you to come back….Hilary barges into the penthouse (on Neil and Devon) What the hell were you thinking giving MY clothes to that thirsty bitch!? … Jordan’s at Chelsea’s penthouse. You need something. Yes, and you’re the only one who can help me, she says.

My Thoughts: So what exactly is Scott’s job at Newman? To learn every aspect of the business? Or to babysit Abby? Because those are two drastically different roles and skillsets…. Oh here we go again – the world will lose it’s collective mind if they learn about Victor’s shenanigans – the world is watching Abby bathe in champagne. Please – there’s no shortage of more interesting women doing much more interesting things online … Quite hypocritical for Ashley to comment on Dina’s parenting skills. Oh boo hoo – she was conceived during an affair. Abby was conceived because Ashley stole a sperm sample. Maybe Dina’s so embarrassed by her idiotic offspring that she just gave up … I’m only mildly interested in Tessa’s situation. The last assistant Nikki hired (Meggie) got her back on the bottle so it’s surprising she’d hire another stranger. Noah mentioning that Nikki would cover any lost donours (somehow caused by Tessa mangling the seating chart) is a clue that Tessa will make off with the money – or maybe have a change of heart at the last minute. Surely, Noah’s not going to fall for Ms Wrong yet again.