It’s a test, Nick spells it out. Dad wants to see if we’ll follow his orders, go forward with plans or just sit around doing nothing til he comes home. It’s a lose-lose, Nick sighs. Adam votes for calling Dads’ bluff.
Rejecting going after Newman Media, Nick wants to make a splash – show the world we mean business, a big launch event. Dad might give us his approval – wouldn’t that be amazing? And for God’s sake change the name. Adustus symbolizes everything that’s wrong with your approach.
Mariah has to admit that there’s issues at Jabot – some sort of power struggle, With rumours of a coup, the work environment is unstable. And Kyle’s no longer there. Tessa weighs in – trust your instincts.
Daniel tells his Mom that if she’s stuck in the past, she can’t be with them in the present. He and Summer think working for Adam might not be a bad idea. Nick will come around.
What should the company name be? The Terrific Trio, Gleeful Threesome? The Three Stooges? Wanting to wait for Sharon’s input, Nick tells Adam to let it go – he’s been left out of the inner circle many times – has now been pushed out of his COO job – we can both benefit from being free.
Phyllis can’t take credit for how great her kids are. All credit goes to your Dads. So I work for Adam IF Chris doesn’t put me behind bars for the rest of my life?
Mariah agrees to think it over. Sharon will pretend to understand if she decides to stay at Jabot. It’s nice to see you so happy about this new venture, Mariah gives her Mom a hug (Sharon’s off to meet Nick and Adam)
Summer and Daniel are sure Carson’s testimony will sway the jury. People don’t always do what they say they will, Phyllis worries. You have our love and support, Daniel and Summer say – and Heather fighting for you. The three hold hands across the table.
After Sharon leaves, Mariah and Tessa weigh the pros and cons of leaving Jabot for this new company. How stressful will things get at Jabot? Tessa tells Mariah to trust her gut – where’s your best chance for success and happiness?
Adam’s tossing out stupid company names when Sharon joins her partners at Society – what did I miss? Nick wants to change the company’s name. Sharon wants to put the negativity behind them and sees this venture as a positive future. Do you two really believe it’s possible for me to change? Adam asks them.
Both having noticed their Mom’s reaction when they brought up Carson, Summer recalls her saying that she’d have to pay him off to support her claim of self-defense. If he didn’t really see anything, why is he lying? There’s more to the story than Mom’s willing to tell us, Daniel’s sure.
Tessa lists the many reasons why Mariah should go work with her Mom. What a great example for Aria. You know me so well, Mariah smiles ~kiss~
Sharon knows Adam’s redeemable. Nick’s seen glimpses of a human being. OK – Adam will do his best to remain positive. He’ll forget Victor’s tests and mind games. He then confesses to making a move without consulting them – he offered Phyllis a job; head of IT. Nick’s pissed – she broke my daughter’s heart and ruined her marriage. What were you thinking!? On cue, Phyllis calls Adam – she’s decided to accept his job offer. But I’m gonna need your help with something first.