As Deacon hovers, Jack sees warning signs that Phyllis is spinning out of control - making out with Deacon (whom she's just walloped) - don't do something you'll regret later.

Nick carries Summer, Sharon the sleeping Faith. Of course Summer can spend the night at the tackhouse (in her bed upstairs). Summer can help put Faith to bed - then Sharon and Nick will read her a bedtime story.

At the club's gym, Victor stops pummeling the long bag - to meet Adam's stare.

Abby bumps into Daniel at CL's - stare much? She has a big night tonight (and needs to keep her star shining bright - at Gloworm). Daniel refuses to go - where Deacon is. I might be tempted to dance - naked, Abby entices - then finally wins him over with her inviting smile.

No - this isn't Vikki's having second thoughts face - it's her 'I'm free' face - she can breathe - just think of all the gutsy, daring things the new Vikki can do. Billy SHOULD be scared - cause she's counting on HIM to make this feeling last.

Ashley doesn't seem all that pleased when Tucker comes calling at the pool house. Is she avoiding him? (his calls and text messages?). Why yes, she is - it's not a good idea that he come in - and, she doesn't want to see him anymore.

As Abby signs autographs for her adoring public, Deacon pours Daniel a beer - then needles him about his gorgeous - feisty - hot Mom. Abby comes over to exchange verbal jabs (knowing she's popular with the ex con demographic). Deacon comments that he and Danny have the same taste in women - hot blondes who like to post naughty videos on the Internet. Maybe he should take a shot at Abby. You're a funny guy, Daniel allows himself to be distracted (and lead off) - when Abby makes like she's gonna strip.

At a nearby table, Jack's lecturing Phyllis. She should 'compartmentalize' - put things in perspective - like HE can (when working with Victor). Phyllis saw Nick making out with a blonde (who wasn't Sharon). So - don't talk about controlling emotions - when Nick's probably with his favourite damsel; Sharon right now.

Sure enough, Nick and Sharon have both kids down for the night - leaving them to discuss her moving back into the home they once shared. No, it won't be weird. Alrighty then - she and Faith would LOVE to be Nick's neighbours. Handing over a can of soda, Nick suggests a movie - and his special popcorn (to which Sharon will never get the recipe).

Still at the gym, Adam taunts Victor (about the satisfying lawsuit). Always one step ahead, Adam will have the last laugh - in court (where he'll say how traumatized he was at the cabin). Oh, but the crazy act IS working Dad. Listing Adam's crimes against Sharon and Ashley, Victor accuses Adam of hiding behind his lawyer (and a woman's skirt). Finally, Adam gets exactly what he wants - Victor angry enough to punch him. Add THAT to your charges, Victor strolls away (with Adam back on his feet - flexing his sore jaw).

Strolling around the pool, Ashley doesn't want to involve anyone in her complicated life. Tucker claims they ARE involved - since the day they talked at the airport. What about the video? Making love in Japan? Can't they build a relationship on that? What is Ashley afraid of? Oh, Ashley isn't afraid - she's just not that into you.

A nervous Vikki's on her stomach. Is she getting a massage? No, silly - she's getting a tattoo (on the small of her back). In the chair beside her, Billy offers encouragement (as the tattoo artist burps up his convenience store Burrito). What's Snake's first name? Rattle? Gardner? Funny boy Billy WILL go next. But - maybe Vikki should rethink her choice of tattoo. No need - Vikki's very sure about the ink she'll be stuck with for the rest of her life.

Deacon's got a little thing for you, Daniel tells his Mom. Really? Phyllis perks up (until her drink comes with an envelope - you've been served). At another table, Jack and Abby's chat is interrupted (by Skye - who again pimps the hedge fund). Amused by Abby's 'step off', Skye sashays off - give me a call if you change your mind, she tells Jack.

Never mind who popped Adam - right now, Skye's in the mood to party (with two new major investors onboard). Great - but Adam will celebrate when he gets his own money (from those who made his life miserable). Jack comes along to admire the shiner - who should he congratulate? Accident at the gym, Adam shrugs it off - now, why don't you go grab a pail, climb a hill and go tumbling ... ~splash~ Phyllis douses Adam with her drink - you screwed with the wrong person! I'll take you and your mousy wife down! As Adam and Skye (along with the rest of the patrons) looks stunned, Jack hustles Phyllis out.

Daniel thinks Jack and Phyllis had the right idea (by leaving). What, with Adam and Deacon here, they should rename the place Blow Worm. Abby pouts about being boring - the only drama tonight came from Daniel's Mom. They then talk about yesterday's after lunch activity (which has both smiling).

He just mumbled a few 'you got that's' and popped me one, Adam puts the cold beer bottle to his black eye. Skye thinks it time he put the Daddy issues to bed - redheads throwing drinks in his face is NOT good for Adam's public image. Adam won't drop the suit - these people kidnapped and tortured him (and he'll make them suffer - like he did). Yeah, well - Skye expects a bit more gratitude from the ungrateful SOB. She then lists the secrets she holds - milking his blindness - the fake diary used to blackmail Dr Taylor - jabbing needles in his eyes. Adam's got a few too 'sistah' - planting her class ring on the body in the stables (so she could jet off to Brazil). Skye makes it clear that this civil suit isn't a ticket out of this marriage - they'll be pulling cons in the nursing home. Cheers. Congrats, Adam clinks her bottle - then marches off.

Now dressed, Victor's chugging bottled water when Jack arrives for his work out (and to comment on Adam's bruise). Hearing the 'dirt ball' served Phyllis, Victor's sorry to hear it (but thinks Jack the last person to dispense parenting advice). Told that Skye invited Jack in on the hedge fund, Victor then gets a text message (Billy Abbott info ready). Nope - it's not about the suit - it's something he'll take care of. Have a nice work out.

Poolside, Ashley insists she doesn't want Tucker in her life (except as a boss). Tucker knows her cold attitude is a cover. Gripping her arm, Tucker knows she's lying - Ashley wants him as much as he wants her. Go home, Ashley pulls away (and scurries into the poolhouse - looking distressed).

Nick mosey's into CL's - telling Phyllis he's there to get Summer's favourite pastries. You're a good Dad, Phyllis says - she'll change her behavior (for Summer's sake). Updating that she too was served, Phyllis relays throwing her drink at Adam. But when Nick reluctantly admits that Summer's at the tackhouse (where Sharon's staying), Phyllis is no longer friendly. OMG - are you kidding? How could Nick be so clueless and insensitive (moving that whore into OUR home)!?

Phyllis continues to lambaste Nick (for his lack of respect). The woman he cheated with is sleeping in OUR bed. It's twisted! Is Nick playing house with her? We're all interchangeable! That's enough - Nick no longer cares what Phyllis thinks of him. And after her tantrum, she no longer gets a say in how he protects his children (which causes Phyllis to throw something at his retreating back).

Vikki now done, Snake takes a break (leaving Billy to admire the 'Billy Forever' on her lower back). I can't believe I did it! Vikki claps. But as Snake sits to continue the tattoo on Billy's shoulder, he collapses. Call 911! Billy shouts. Straddling 'home slice', he bellows 'live buddy'! I need the 'I' and the 'A'. Cause now, of course, Billy's stuck with a heart that says 'Victor'.

Adam shows up at Sharon's door. Never mind what happened to his eye. He had that (and the drink tossed in his face) coming. It's all part of being an outcast. Invited in, Adam prattles on about being able to count on her. Easily able to slip past security, Adam just assumed she'd move there. Is she packing heat? Maybe. Adam would take a hundred bullets if she'd forgive him. He won't accept that Sharon 'can't'. His wife didn't even ask about his eye - but Sharon did. Without her, Adam dies a little bit each day. That kiss .... Sharon doesn't want to talk about that - ever. But, those moments get Adam through his hell. It must be hard having everyone tell her to hate him - when she doesn't. Since Sharon hasn't called security, does it mean she cares? Enter Nick - cue the glares.

Snake on the gurney, Vikki credits Billy with saving his life (but Billy's more worried about who'll finish his tattoo). C'mon man! he frets (as Snake's gurneyed out). Gonna be OK? Easy for Vikki to say - she's not the one with her father's name - in a heart - on her back. It's in a heart ... It's horrible, Billy's almost crying.

After Jack's workout, Victor suggests he invest in the Newman Fund - with HIS money. Together they take Adam down. Jack would rather not. Hear me out, Victor insists.

Back at the tackhouse, Nick's not impressed that Sharon let a sociopath into his house - where his children are sleeping. Adam defends her - she doesn't have to answer to Nick. He's leaving - unclench - and back off Sharon. Now alone, Nick tells Sharon to 'save it' - and 'don't bother' coming up to check on the girls.

Tucker bangs on the poolhouse door - open the door! I'm not letting you in, Ashley's voice cracks. Throwing a chair through the glass doors, Tucker won't let her shut him out - or hide. It's OK - it's OK. Ashley yanks his shirt off - and the pair are soon mauling one another.

Clothes strewn all over the floor, the remaining items are also tossed aside - as Tucker and Ashley make out on the poolhouse floor.

Back at the trailer, Vikki and Billy are both checking out their tattoos. Poor Snake. Billy's the one who should be pitied - that's it - the tattoo's coming off. He can't have Victor on his back. Vikki knows he's upset - but it's sweet that he got a tattoo - thank you ~kiss~ It works (and they're also making out).

In the alleyway behind Gloworm, Phyllis sashays over to Deacon. Shut up - she needs someone to take her aggressions out on (after a rough evening). Against the dumpster, Deacon and Phyllis slobber over one another.

At the tackhouse, Nick continues to question the sick hold Adam has over Sharon. None - she hates Adam. Nick WILL tell her what to do (when it comes to Adam being around his daughters). You got that? Sharon does (and seems aroused by his aggressiveness).

Still at the club, Jack's on the phone with Skye (as Victor hovers). He's investing to stick it to both his Newman enemies - it's win/win. See you in the morning. Hanging up, Skye tells Adam (who's now back at Gloworm) that the money's rolling in. Meanwhile, Victor assures Jack that Adam will end up with nothing when they're done with him.

Next: Lauren's at her desk (Mike behind her - Jill standing in front). We are sisters in name only, she says ... At the mausoleum with Nina, Paul gets a text one of the researchers looking for her son ... You totally threw me under the bus, Heather shouts at Malloy (who says - stop it - I may have just saved your life).

Sorry - please excuse typos etc ... no time for more (which is killing me) - I'm going away for my birthday weekend!!!!! Line of the day - Daniel tells Phyllis that Deacon has a 'little thing' for her. (add your own punchline)...