Nikki finds Victor mulling over an envelope; documents Mike sent that will prove Ashland’s been deceiving our daughter. Please handle this carefully, Nikki warns that he might alienate Vikki further. She needs to know what kind of a man she’s married to, Victor’s decided.
It’s a common name. Luan can’t be your son. He’s my Dad, Ally states – and he never mentioned you.
We need to talk, Victor walks into Vikki’s office with the envelope. You need to see this.
** Sorry, no time for proofreading etc.
Spotting Ashland at Society, Nikki turns to walk out. Ashland approaches – please, hear me out.
My Dad never knew his Father – my grandmother had an affair in Vietnam. Your Father didn’t tell you the complete truth. Your Dad’s name was Keemo. I didn’t know him til he was a young adult. Why should Ally believe Jack? Do you have proof? Have you ever seen this picture of your grandmother? Jack hands over a photo. It was our wedding day – your Father was my best man.
Ashland wants to speak directly to Nikki, sensing that she’s not convinced of his guilt. You know how much I love Vikki – give me the benefit of the doubt. I’d never mastermind the plot Victor’s accusing me of.
Vikki’s seen everything she needs to see and is furious that Victor tried to force Ashland to disappear without explanation. Victor understands why she’d rather be mad at him than her husband. But he’s been lying this entire time. This is my office, leave. Victor can’t watch her be deceived any longer.
Vikki’s sick and tired of the men in her life claiming to love her then causing her pain. Victor has overwhelming evidence. Mike sent me this from Peru. He’s trying to protect her and the company. This is all about Newman Locke – the contract’s signed; Ashland’s co-CEO. You’ve lost the game.
At Society, Nikki would love to hear that a disgruntled doctor’s spreading lies but Victor’s proof is irrefutable. Are you saying Victor’s found more so-called evidence against me? Ashland asks.
Jack shows Ally a gift he gave Keemo on the day he married Luan; paperwork acknowledging that I was his Father. He followed Luan’s wishes by not telling Keemo that she was dying. Keemo couldn’t forgive me. If this is true, my Father wanted nothing to do with you. Why are you here – what are you after? Ally asks.
Victor lays out his evidence; the doctor was sent a LOT of money. The clinic was funded by a shell company owned by Locke Communications. Mike sent this info before disappearing. What do you mean he disappeared? Vikki asks.
Back at Society, Ashland implores Nikki to be on his side – Victor will poison Vikki against me. Maybe he’s threatened because I’m recovering. Nikki knows Victor’s only agenda is protecting his daughter. Ashland’s only focus is protecting his marriage. Have you ever seen your daughter happier or more in love?