Noah serves Audra a ginger ale, then sits to list other places she could go to. He could never hate her – but you bring chaos wherever you go. Audra hoped they could be civil. Not after what you pulled with Ally, he says.
After Ashley leaves, Talia Morgan saunters into the ranch to tell Phyllis and Nikki that she’s still working on a book on Diane. Someone with money and clout warned her editor not to run any more articles on her. Tucker! Nikki and Phyllis are sure. Yes, THE Tucker McCall.
Vikki scoffs at the idea of Tucker retiring – what’s your take on the CW merger? He’s happy for Devon. When Ashley arrives, Vikki leaves her to also scoff at Tucker retiring.
Alone with Christine, Sharon thanks her for helping Mariah and Tessa – just as she did with Cassie’s adoption. The ladies come back from reading the birth Mother’s profile – we’d love to connect with her.
Ashley can’t envision Tucker retiring – you thrive on challenge. He believes they can finally get it right and pleads for another chance. Ashley agrees to lunch, but only because she’s hungry.
Diane screeches about Phyllis pouring poison into Jack’s ear. He must trust his instincts and get back to work. Storming out of the office, Diane finds Phyllis smiling smugly.
Jack’s lost all faith in you – Phyllis knew Diane would self-sabotage. Another secret will come out – we all know it, including Talia. She was so excited to hear that Tucker’s involved. Kyle and Jack will soon know your secret. Diane’s livid and speechless.
Still at the ranch, Nikki tells Talia about Tucker’s wedding gift. The billionaire’s involvement will push your book to another level. Not content to sit and wait for Ashley to find proof, Nikki has another idea. Yes, Talia’s game.
We were simpatico, effortless, Tucker doesn’t think a connection like theirs goes away. Ashley hints that the sex wasn’t that good. You fought me being taken off life support, he credits her with him still being alive.
Noah won’t tolerate Audra trying to make Ally feel insecure. She has to believe he misses her as much as she does him. What do you want from me? I’m done, Noah hates that she elicited a reaction out of him. We have unresolved feelings, something’s still there, Audra persists (as Ally appears to watch)
Mariah and Tessa are eager to connect with Joss – they’re so ready to start a family. Sharon and Christine couldn’t be happier for them.
Hello, I didn’t expect to see you here, Ally struts over to snark at Audra (who leaves with her tail between her legs when Noah says Ally’s timing is perfect) See ya – hopefully, not anytime soon, she frowns at Noah.
Tucker talks about taking Harrison to the park with Ashley. Thanks for lunch but she’s not convinced he’s changed. He’s left to take a call from Nikki – who summons him to the ranch (then smirks at Talia when he agrees)
Unlike you I’m not looking for trouble, Diane claims. Phyllis isn’t buying it – you never had a chance with Jack. Left in tears, Diane goes back into Jack’s office – you’re right, there’s something I haven’t told you about my time in LA that I’m ashamed to admit, she weeps.