At RS, Phyllis and Chloe are frazzled. We're goin' to press! Jack brings in donuts - a sugar rush/bribe. Despite it being so close to deadline, he wants to add the note 'donate organs' in Colleen's memory. Fine - we'll do it, Phyllis agrees. More chit chat, as Jack talks of being too busy with his sister's to take care of himself. You must - or who will? Phyllis scolds. Meanwhile, Chloe and Billy again bicker about the cabin incident. What must Chloe do to prove she's over Billy? How about signing the divorce papers.

Relieved to see Mike's appeared at NE so soon, Vikki updates that the SEC is there on a report that she misrepresented Victor's health. Refusing to answer questions without her lawyer present, she wonders if she's in trouble. Flipping through the transcript Vikki hands over, Mike opines that someone's trying to cause trouble FOR her.

Sharon confirms it was indeed Nick who turned his own father into the feds - it tore the family apart. How did they reconcile? They always work things out - Victor has a great capacity to forgive the people he loves. You're his son - never underestimate a father's love.

Nick gingerly takes baby Faith - remember me? It's a beautiful name - one he and Sharon picked too. Ashley didn't know - I'm so sorry. No need - it's a perfect name for a perfect girl. Ashley takes Faith back - time to go see her Daddy. Bye little one, Nick can't take his eyes off his 'sister'.

Victor's glad to be out of his bed - and meant it when he said he wanted Nikki by his side. She heard the words - but never imagined .... Victor encourages her to forget the past - think of the future. When Ashley brings the baby in, Nikki discreetly leaves them to chat. Handed his daughter, Victor graciously allows Ashley and the girls to stay as long as they like at the ranch - before moving out. About that - Ashley's not going anywhere actually. No - she hasn't changed her mind about the divorce - she wants the ranch as part of the settlement. Victor looks like he's been slapped.

Meeting Traci at CL's, Jack boasts that he got the organ donour 'tag' into RS in time. Traci informs she went to the cemetery today - and Steve's back at work. She's decided it's time for her to go (to get distance from the memories of Colleen - and get back to her routine). Though disappointed, Jack understands - routine may be the best way to heal. Traci's not sure she'll ever heal - but it IS time to go.

In a private office, the SEC guy tells Vikki's attorney that they received a call accusing her of misleading Savaneur's shareholders (on the CEO's health). Mike doesn't see a problem - and stands by the statement that Victor's recovering. Wanting Mr Newman's records to verify, the SEC guy won't divulge who contacted them. Well then, Mike can't help him - this meeting's over.

As Billy lounges around, Chloe's busy on the phone. No - she doesn't 'need a pen' - she'll sign the divorce papers when she gets the chance. From what Billy's seen, Chloe won't be 'getting the Chance' anytime soon. Come ON - admit it - Billy finding out that Chance is still a virgin sure ruined her 'make Billy jealous' plan. Fat Chance, Billy giggles at his own joke. Back to work, Chloe claims HE'S the one with the problem - not her.

As Nick listens to Sharon's message (needing to talk about Noah), Phyllis pounces on him ~kiss~ and is happy to hear Victor's doing well - but not that he forgot some needed proofs. Nick then gets a call from Vikki - the SEC? I KNEW it. Gotta go - the SEC is breathing down our necks. The quotes? He'll text them from the car. Never mind - Phyllis' is a journalist - she'll make em up.

Yes, it IS premature to discuss the details of the divorce, but Ashley figures it's better Victor hear it from her (than her lawyer). Why would she want that big place? It's beautiful - and Ash wants her kids raised there - like Nick and Vikki were. She didn't mean to upset him - and has to leave to meet the minister. With the Christening in two weeks, Ashley hopes Victor will be up to it. As Ashley leaves, Nikki returns - and knowing 'that look', hears that Ashley wants the ranch. What! Ridiculous! But Nikki doesn't want Victor to worry about it - leave it to the lawyers.

Joining Mike and Vikki, Nick was afraid of this - as soon as he heard Vikki put a positive spin on Dad's condition. 'Renal insufficiencies' etc. are hardly 'minor complications', Mike sighs. Make this go away, Vikki doesn't see the big deal. Who would do this? A stockholder? Someone from the hospital? Mike leaves, instructing them to call if the SEC step foot in the building again - no more public statements.

Back at RS, Billy listens as Phyllis and Chloe moan about not having a quote from 'Biz Stone' - then chimes in to say he can get one (knowing someone in his office). Phone to his ear, Billy listens some more - as Phyllis whines about RS being no fun without Nick - it's a job she's not sure she even wants to do anymore.

Looking at Cassie's framed drawing, Adam explains his vision is like looking through a blurry donut hole. He'll eventually go blind - but could be like this for years. He's sorry to hear Sharon lost three daughters - the most recent so close to the anniversary of the other's death. Of course Adam didn't know - how could he?

As Victor calls to summon Michael over, Ashley gets a visit from Nikki. How could you do this? she marches through the front door. Hands on hips, she rants about Ashley taking Victor's house away from him - is she trying to kill him? Ashley talks about what Victor caused; Summer, her nearly being driven insane - and Colleen lost her life. But no, she's not punishing the father of her children - she cares about Victor. Nikki can't imagine why Ashley thinks the ranch belongs to her (then explains that Victor owned the ranch the entire time she raised her kids there). Ashley expects her kids to get the same treatment Nick and Vikki did. He'll never give you this ranch, Nikki concludes. Ashley guesses it'll be up to the Judge.

Stopping by Sharon's new home, Nick's updated that she's staying there. What does Noah think? That's what Sharon wanted to talk to him about. 'Adam', 'Nick', the brother's exchange a tense one word greeting.

When Billy joins his siblings at CL's, Traci scolds her brothers when they discuss Ashley and Victor - nothing about divorce is 'good news'. As Traci walks off to take a call, Jack tries to convince Billy to stay on at Jabot - we could take on NE blindfolded. Billy's tempted - but moving on. To what? Something completely different - that interests him. He needs Jack to release some money from his trust fund. That's not gonna happen, Jack refuses.

Nick fully approves of Noah moving in with Sharon. No - Adam doesn't need a drive - he'll summon his driver. At the door, Sharon thanks Adam for bringing Noah's homework. And he appreciates their talk on forgiveness - it helped. Any time, Sharon says in parting.

On the phone, Phyllis is asked questions about Billy. Yes, he's adorable - there goes my other line - gotta go ~click~ She then tells Chloe that Billy's connection came through. What's going on with you two? Phyllis ain't buyin' that they've both moved on (impossible when they share a child). Believe me - I know.

No - Jack's not pulling a power trip to get Billy back at Jabot. He's just not responsible enough to get access to that kind of money. He won't let Billy squander Delia's future away - but would like to be proven wrong. Billy will find another way - thanks for nothing Jack, he says as he marches out.

Adam updates Vikki that he dropped Noah's work off - anything wrong? He heard some gossip about the SEC - what do they want? Vikki then admits that someone claims she misrepresented Dad's recovery to Savaneur's shareholders. Flashback to Adam 'reporting the infraction' - who would do something like that? Vikki has no idea - and isn't worried (as she did nothing wrong).

Conferring with Victor, Mike wonders who called the SEC. Victor's had a long career - and made plenty of enemies. The hospital administrator is looking into it. The sooner he's released and out in public, the better. Victor has other business - his divorce - Ashley's made 'certain demands' - take care of it.

Nikki continues to blast Ashley, the hypocrite, for trying to take Victor's home away. Ashley then shares what she overheard - Victor professing his undying devotion to Nikki. Imagine that - I just had the man's child. But it was over anyway. It'd be funny if it wasn't so damn sad. Every time one of you is on their deathbed - pretending or not - it's Victor and Nikki, together again. But you're never really apart. Ashley is SO over it - and done with both of them. Get out of my house - NOW!

Adam asks if he can help in any way - he has an old classmate in the SEC. That'd be great, thank you, Vikki replies. No problem - it's the least Adam can do.

Sharon tells Nick that Noah's running some errands - to get the smelly shampoo Eden likes. That leads to a chuckle over the aftershave Nick used to wear. Nick's glad she's moving on - I've been worried. No need to worry about Sharon - she's much stronger now (even after losing the baby). If you ever need anything ... Sharon appreciates his concern - but not that Nick acts like she can't manage without him. Wanna help me? STOP helping me, she snaps.

With another issue off to the presses, Phyllis stops Chloe from saying the dreaded word 'deadline'. No celebratory cocktails for Phyllis - she has to pick Summer up from pre-school (but does owe Chloe a spa day). Billy returns - did Phyllis mean it when she said she doesn't want to run RS anymore? No - Billy's not there for a job. He wants to publish RS. Sell it to me. In the background, Chloe couldn't look more stunned.

Ashley takes Faith to the church - and is so looking forward to the Christening. Yes - the Godparents have been chosen. When Traci and Jack arrive, Traci comments that she needs to get back to NY. So - Ashley will take the first available date. How's the end of this week? the Reverend asks. As all agree, Adam comes in apologizing for being late. Next week's fine with him - anything for his Goddaughter. Wait! You're Faith's Godfather?! Jack scowls.

Nikki returns to Victor's room, hoping Mike's not there to discuss business. I can take you, she warns. Victor's asked Mike to handle the divorce - Ashley can have the ranch. No - you shouldn't have to give up your home, Nikki protests. Victor realizes it's just a piece of property. If Ashley wants it, bless her soul. Perhaps it's a good idea to get away from all the memories there - start fresh.

Next; Ryder lied to you, Mike informs Kevin. You don't owe this guy anything, Lauren adds. Can you at least reserve judgment until you get to know him a little bit? Kevin asks with a scowl .... Chloe listens with interest as Nick (with Phyllis) asks Billy why'd they'd consider selling RS to a guy who's shirked responsibility pretty much his whole life ... Deacon snarls at Ryder - she does NOT own me. Wanna bet? Ryder replies smugly.

My Thoughts: Sure Sharon wants to be all independent - and wants no help from Nick or Jack - but, by all means, please keep those monthly alimony check's a comin'. And she may want to stand on her own two feet - but she's gonna need to stand on someone's shoulders to get into those huge boxes. Good luck getting those boxes unpacked in the estimated 8 hours - with all these visitors dropping by. But why is Sharon surprised to see Nick at her door? Why else would she mention that she's staying at Colleen's old place? .. Why was Nick surprised to see Adam? He didn't recognize Adam's car and driver idling outside? ... How does Jack figure Billy 'grew' in Hong Kong? He's fathered a child, married, divorced - and spent a great deal of time on a bar stool at Jimmy's ... How long will Billy's trust fund be managed by his big brother anyway? Surely he's old enough to control his own finances. If not, he's not 'grown' as much as Jack claims. And if the funds are to be used for a good business investment, couldn't Billy have a lawyer appeal Jack controlling his inheritance? And if Jack's worried about Delia's financial future, why not allocate some money in a trust fund for HER? ... Adam always whines about having no friends - yet just so happens to have a friend conveniently located within the SEC? .... LOL@ Phyllis wondering where 'poopy pants' went. She's so busy she didn't see Ester coming in to pick Delia up? .. Why would Phyllis say that if you share a kid together, you never really 'move on' - hasn't she and Danny moved on? ... Funny that Nick never mentioned to Phyllis that he was going to visit his ex wife (after leaving in a hurry to take care of the SEC problem) ... Ashley tells Nick that she didn't know he and Sharon had picked the name Faith? Huh? I'm pretty sure Jack told her while she was still in the hospital ... Why on earth would Victor tell Nikki that she doesn't need to leave (when Ashley arrived) - wouldn't that be a bit awkward? And why did he ask Ashley if she'd changed her mind on wanting a divorce? He's all but told Nikki he wants to reconcile with HER ... Why would Traci need Jack to 'set her up'. It's HER family home too - and all she has to do is pull out her laptop. Sorry to see her go - and won't we get to see the emotional scene when she bumps into Victor (with her dead daughter's heart beating in her chest) ... Billy acts like Chance being a virgin assures that absolutely nothing has gone on between him and Chloe - like intercourse is the only sexual relations a couple can have ... With all this talk of Adam taking over the company etc. why wasn't he their first suspect (on who called the SEC)? Why isn't NE's corporate legal team representing Vikki in the SEC investigation? Instead of Baldwin - a private attorney. Does NE's legal department even know? Or will they hear about it during water cooler gossip? ... After nary a word about RS - and it's ever pressing deadlines, in months - now it's the 11th hour once again? Everyone's running around frantically - with barely a minute to eat donuts. Jack wants last minute changes to Jabot's ads - with a 'tag' to 'honour' Colleen? You'd think they'd devote an entire article to the young woman who donated her heart to TGVN. HOW exactly is Phyllis a 'journalist'? Is 'making up' quotes a good idea? And if RS's to be sold to anyone, why wouldn't Jack be interested? Or Sharon? (not like she has anything else to do). How about Nikki? Remember her? Editor in Chief? She too has lots of free time (as evident by her countless hours spent at Victor's bedside) ... Now Nikki claims that Victor ALWAYS owned the ranch? Huh? She didn't get it in one of her divorce settlements? Victor owned it while she lived there with Jack? I think NOT ... Having a contact who's able to get a quote suddenly makes Billy want (and feel he's experienced enough) to publish a magazine? ... Ashley claims she won't let her daughter be used as a 'weapon' - but has already arranged her Christening - and hopes Victor will be up to attending? She bumps it up in consideration of Traci's need to get back to NY - not giving a rats @ss whether the kid's father will be healthy enough to attend? Like Traci can't hop on a plane and fly back for the Christening? ... Have a great weekend dear readership! Much thanks for your continued support of the site.