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At the club, Mike scolds Lauren for being too busy to eat breakfast and lunch. Apparently, she hurt her ankle 'almost fainting. According to Heather, the lab's backed up - whatever - the 'frantic' Daniel will just have to wait. Cause tonight, Mike's all about Lauren. What'll it be? Dinner? Dancing? Ha ha - Lauren would like to hobble over to check on her officer renovations (then spend the rest of the night thanking Mike for the great gift).
Meanwhile, at CL's, Eden does some more snarling at Daisy (her lip curling even more when for some odd reason, Noah invites her to sit with them at the movie the French Club's going to). And the moment Noah's out of earshot, Eden turns it up a notch - telling the 'poor orphan' to drop the act. That's just mean, Daisy couldn't sound more innocent and hurt. Her parents are DEAD - and sad she is that Eden won't give her a chance. I'm sure you'll get over it, Eden sneers before marches off.
Amber and Daniel are at the police station - waiting to speak to Deacon before he's 'transported'. Syd cuffs Deacon to a chair - and gives the Romalotti's 5 minutes. No - Amber's not there to remove the knife from Deacon's back - she NEEDS to know where L'il D is.
At the club, a babbling Chloe tries to persuade Chance to join her as she runs some wedding ideas by Jack. But no - Chance won't be distracted from Riggs (and whomever's setting him up). His reputation is trashed and he's off the force. He's right - Chloe will cancel. No - Chloe's to meet Jack - he'll go to the gym to blow off steam. There's other ways to do that, Chloe at least elicits a shy smile.
At home, Jack's the one to stop the kissing - they really must fill out Chloe's 'questionnaire before their meeting. Now - If this were your last day on earth, how would you spend it? What a great question. P would spend hers with George Clooney - JK- she'd spend it with Jack - anywhere. Clipboard aside, Jack likes the answer (and it's back to kissing).
Excited to have Adam home, Sharon found Nick's quote 'anticlimactic - but at least he's trying. With Noah out, Sharon admits there's not much food in the cupboards. How about salmon? How funny that they're married - but don't even know each other's food preferences. How about they go shopping - and see what 'guilty pleasures' get thrown in the cart? Sharon answers the door - Ashley! ~hug~ and she's brought a wedding gift - their first and only. Sharon gushes over the framed photo of the wedding (which Ashley had the JP email to her - and the disc is there too). How thoughtful! (as their stuff burned in the crash). It's the best gift, Adam agrees (as Sharon rewards Ashley with another hug).
In Nick's office, he and Phyllis see that the Chronicle wasted no time publishing (online) Nick's reaction to the marriage of his 'black sheep' brother. Nick's then disappointed to hear Phyllis still isn't over her issues. He can talk the talk - but can he walk the walk, she wonders (and it's not Adam she worries Nick can't control himself around).
Questionairre done, Jack proclaims Chloe a 'great gal' - but if her taste isn't what P wants for her dream wedding, she's to say so. As they're off to their dinner meeting, P learns that Jack kept the article announcing their engagement (to show their kids one day). This causes P to worry about Patty seeing the article (and that's why she called the hospital to have her 'media access' cut off). Great idea - now, let's go (the newspaper's left on the sofa).
Yeah - a party! At the ranch, Ashley insists - or the club. But who would come? Doris? Noah? SHE'S the only person supporting the marriage. Adam cares not - he's gonna spend the rest of his life making Sharon happy. Ashley bats her arms as they start kissing. She'll throw them an anniversary party - to say 'I told you so' to the naysayers. Deciding the three of them will dine at the club, Noah and Eden show up as they're leaving. Eden congratulates the newlyweds (and is so glad they survived the plane crash). There for money to go to the movies, Noah politely declines Adam's. Sure, he'll feed Fisher before he leaves - and will call Sharon's cell if he needs anything - bye.
Nick understands why Phyllis feels the way she does about him and Sharon - but instead of working, he suggests they go dine at the club - and see where things go from there. To take out minds off our least favourite people? Phyllis adds.
At the station, Amber's still pressuring Deacon to cough up L'il D's whereabouts - who'll take care of him while he's in jail? Deacon thinks he'll beat the charges - and take care of his son. L'il D's safe now - if they go looking for him, he could be in danger. Who would hurt an innocent boy? Amber argues. Apparently, 4 minutes is finally up - time for Deacon to go.
At her office, Lauren (on crutches) is thrilled with the redecorating. After the contractor leaves, the Baldwin's admire the 'nice work' (and new office smell). Mike obediently tries out Lauren's new chair - it's alright, he guesses - it'd be better is SHE was in it. Setting her crutches aside, Lauren plops into Mike's lap - to again thank him for the incredible gift. Daisy interrupts with the day's take - sales were great (and the 'miracle worker' managed to sell an ugly coat). She loves the new office by the way - but also notes the Baldwin's seem to be enjoying the chair.
Seated across from Jack and P, Chloe gets down to business - first, the dress. Does P have any magazine clippings? No? OK - she'll hook her up with Lauren. Jack and P will have one attendant each - and there's the Matron of Honor now. Jack's waving arm hangs in mid air as he sees Sharon and Adam follow Ashley into the club. How much fun is this? Ashley comes over (to declare it a great idea that Chloe plan their wedding). The best man? To be determined. When Jack invites Ash to join them, she points out that he saw her arrive with Adam and Sharon.
At the bar, the self proclaimed Mr and Mrs Pariah look over at the small group - must be staging an intervention. Sharon's sure that Ashley can handle Jack (the 'jerk'). She's a genuine person (who supports them). Adam then relays Ashley's offer to have Sharon move in. Yes, he said no - nicely of course. It's a generous offer - but as a newlywed, Sharon feels they need their own place. Oh great - they now see Nick and Phyllis arrive. Spotting the newlyweds at the bar, Nick and Phyllis discuss it briefly before deciding to stay and eat as planned.
Hello!!?? Mom?? Noah calls out as he and Eden get home. Looks like they have the place to themselves ~kiss~ A call from Mike interrupts - home by midnight - have fun (but not too much fun). Daisy frowns when Mike reports that Eden's at Noah's house.
House? Church? Here? Destination wedding? Hawaii? Chloe questions Jack and P - she needs a head count soon - Valentine's Day's a busy one. At a nearby table, Nick and Phyllis peruse the menus. She loves that Nick's making an effort (and laughing at her jokes, Nick declares her a spectacular woman - amazing mother and wife - he'll be there for her the way she's always been for him).
At their table, Adam reads the label on the champagne Nick and Phyllis sent over. Let's take it at face value, Sharon suggests (as she jots down a thank you note). Ashley then suggests sending a bottle over to Jack. What!? Engaged?! Sharon leaps into action. To the woman of my dreams - Jack toasts. Sharon marches over - hand on her hip, she hears congratulations are in order.
A commercial break does nothing to calm Sharon down - Valentine's Day? Why didn't Jack come talk to her before doing something so impulsive? she oozes sarcasm. Since P would like to hear what Sharon has to say, Sharon thinks she shoulda been in her living room last night then - when her 'friend' Jack was attacking her marriage. And here's a bottle of bubbly to wash down all those words he's about to it. Yes - it IS the time. Now is EXACTLY the time. She can't believe Jack's nerve - engaged to a woman he's known for ten minutes. And as Sharon then snarls at P, Phyllis and Nick look over - what's going on? Nick doesn't know - nor care. But hey - isn't that the bottle of champagne WE sent over? Yeah - and it looks like Sharon's gonna hit Jack over the head with it. Deciding this isn't the quiet evening they planned, Phyllis and Nick decide to leave.
When Adam comes to Sharon's side, Jack repeats his tired line - Sharon has NO idea what a snake she married. Where HAS Sharon heard that before? Oh yeah - when she married HIM. There a problem? Chance comes over. Not unless hypocrisy's a problem, Sharon snaps. The meeting clearly abandoned, Chloe leaves P to calmly address Sharon - what she and Jack share is none of Sharon's business. Only the two people involved know what goes on behind closed doors. Explain that to your fiance, Sharon suggests - good and slow (so he understands this time).
Kissing on the sofa, Noah suggests they go upstairs. Eden's to blow out the candles - he'll go turn on the music. And as Eden runs up to join Noah, Mike's getting a call. As Daisy listens, Mike learns the lab's done with the evidence in the gym bag found at the dump. Lauren sends him off to pick up the report - they'll meet later. Also excused, Daisy hovers outside.
Come on Deacon, Amber implores (as Deacon's about to be lead off). Promise to keep him safe, Deacon caves (but scoffs at the notion that he can trust her). And when Daniel jumps in with insults, it seems Deacon's not talking. But, at the door, he turns to say 'he's with your mother' (while Daniel's expression indicates he wishes Deacon kept walking)
Now home, Nick has all he needs - take out chili dogs toasting - a bottle of fine wine - and Phyllis. If that's not special, what is? With a smile, Phyllis clinks his glass.
At the bar, Chance isn't sorry he dragged Chloe away from the drama she's so engulfed in. He doesn't feel like staying - putting on a happy face. Chloe understands - let's go make dinner together. Chance chuckles - he's no cook (but Chloe whips up a mean grilled cheese). Over her shoulder, Ashley bids them 'good night' - then apologizes to Sharon (that the night wasn't more festive). Sharon blames 'his hypercritical highness' wasn't holding court. She bows her head when P comes to say good night to Ashley. P then apologizes for not being more sensitive to Sharon (after her tough year). Sharon won't be patronized - she doesn't want her 5 cent therapy. Meanwhile, Jack confronts Adam - for letting Sharon wear the pants. Adam feels underestimated - he'll be a formidable opponent (just like his father). He married Sharon because he loves her - when he wants to get under Jack's skin, he'll know it. Bring it on son, Jack challenges - bring it on.
Outside her office, Lauren sees a large gift wrapped box. Hello - anyone there? Flashing back to the box with the rat inside, she flips open the lid. Then sighs in relief - it's a purse from 'her friends' at some leather company.
Still at the station, Amber tells Daniel that the phone at her Mom's Furnace Creek trailer is disconnected. Mike arrives with good news - Daniel's off the hook. He's still a person of interest - but DNA from the ski mask proves the man in the alley is actually a woman.
As a dark figure unlocks the door and enters Sharon's, Noah and Eden are making out in his bed (fully clothed). The mystery person (who appears to be Daisy) sets fire to the curtains and hurries out. Oblivious to the fire engulfing the main floor, Eden and Noah continue kissing.
Next: Help me find Deacon's son, Amber pleads of Daniel. Sorry - but that's the last thing he son needs, Phyllis stands behind him to say ... Kevin confronts Ryder - either come clean or take your things and get the hell outta here ... Coming through the front door to find the place full of flames and smoke, Adam forces Sharon back - stay here with Ashley. Noah! Sharon calls out (as Adam runs upstairs).
My Thoughts: Nice that Mike got Lauren a new office for Christmas (maybe he can borrow it - instead of doing all his business at the local coffee shop) ... Awww - poor Sharon and Adam - nobody got them any wedding gifts. Maybe if Sharon ever ponied up the cash to buy Doris an electric wheelchair she might have been more generous (as it is, her arms are too tired to wheel herself about the mall - looking for the perfect wedding gift) Eden seems pleased about the marriage - maybe she could buy Sharon a gift - like a book (from Trimbles) or sumthin'. Since Eden's forgiven Sharon for having her arrested for shoplifting - maybe Sharon will forgive Eden (who's likely gonna get blamed for the fire - as it was HER job to blow out all the candles) Not like anyone will believe someone could find that spare key they hide so well outside ... Nothing's written in stone (about the wedding), Jack assures - especially the vows (especially that pesky 'forsaking all other's' one) - that one's not written in stone - it's written in invisible ink .... Really? Lauren fainted cause she skipped BOTH breakfast and lunch? I thought for sure she could live off whatever she's got stored in her cheeks. Ah well - I guess no one can live off collagen and botox for long. But perhaps Lauren's not falling over cause she's hungry - maybe it's cause she's always drinking. Seriously though (don't email me - Lauren's a beautiful woman) it's delightful to see a happily married couple - portrayed by two believable actors (the Hellstrum's/Luckinbill's should be taking notes) .... So sweet that Summer woke up long enough to say good night to Phyllis - poor kid was likely terrified to see the pendulous breasts hovering over her face ... Sharon and Adam's cell phones and cameras crashed and burned in the plane crash? She DID tell Noah she'd have her cell with her (when going to the club) - and if photos of the wedding were taken, why didn't either of the lovebirds think to track down the JP. Given the privacy act these days, it's surprising Ashley was so easily able to get private wedding photos .... What a great doctor DR Peterson is - revoking Patty's earned privileges to cover her own @ss. Guess she can't imagine how bored one might be alone in a padded cell 24/7 - though she soon might (when Patty manages a switcheroo) - and Mrs Martinez is gonna love picking up after a grown woman who can't be bothered to put a newspaper back where she got it. Why isn't anyone aware that Patty's been having the paper delivered daily for weeks now? .. Good think that Jack kept that article - to show their kids - cause by the time those kids are old enough to walk and talk, JackI and P likely won't be able to (on account of them dying of old age) ... What a busy night at the club - where on earth is Gina? She's usually right there - commenting on the 'intense' conversations she always used to be witness to ... Why would Noah invite Daisy to sit with them at a movie? Has it totally escaped him that Eden doesn't like her? Eden WAS incredibly hurtful regarding Daisy's dead parents (though she's right about not trusting the conniving beyotch) .... Won't Amber be surprised to find L'il D's not exactly little anymore (as he was born in 1999) - odd that she's NOW suddenly so concerned with the child who thinks of her as Mommy (poor kid) ... Why is the blind guy the one reading the label on the champagne bottle? A person with 20/20 vision would struggle to read that fine print .... Chance is a lousy Detective if he can't figure out who could possibly want him off the force - how about any one of the more senior officers - like Syd - who've put in decades on the beat - they can't be impressed that their newest hire - a virgin kid - leapfrogged (over them) into the job.
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