Summer, Austin
Summer comes home and Austin has a table Christmas tree cookies and eggnog for her. Austin gives her a diamond wedding ring. They celebrate Christmas.
Jack, Kelly
Jack tells Kelly he has to see Phyllis and tell her about Kelly. Kelly asks him not to go without a goodbye kiss. Jack tells Kelly that by saying goodbye to Phyllis he is saying hello to a new future with her and he does not take that lightly. Kelly feels insecure and says if something is too good to be true, it usually is. Kelly tells him she has good reason for her insecurity which is based on painful experiences. Jack tells her when he gets back they are going to leave both their pasts behind and build a future. Jack hopes he can find the words to explain to Summer his actions. Later Jack arrives at the Georgia Hospital to see Phyllis.
Ian, Mariah
Ian tells Mariah that her message sounded urgent. She tells him her mother called. Ian says he hopes her mother does not come to town. He says her mother does not have her interests at heart the way he does. Ian tells her he has a special bond with her and is very proud of her. Mariah says she is sorry he lost his case. He tells her he wants to bring enlightenment to the Newman clan. Ian tells her she needs a stable environment which she has with Nick and Sharon. Mariah leaves to go to work.
Nick, Sharon
At the UG Nick tries to get information about Helen Copeland. No records found. Sharon comes in and asks him whats wrong. Nick tells her he is doing a background check and its frustrating. Sharon tells him she is going to see her doctor to get referrals for another therapist. She tells him she feels betrayed by Dr. Mead. Nick encourages her to stay in therapy as it has helped her stay focused. Sharon also cannot understand how Ian could bring up that tabloid in front of Faith. Sharon leaves for a meeting.
Cane, Lily
Cane gives Lily the quarterly report showing the AC has made a huge profit because of her. They are both proud of what they have accomplished at the AC. Later Devon comes to talk to Lily. Hillary arrives at the AC and asks Cane if he knows where Neil is. Cane does not want to ruin Neils surprise.
Hillary, Devon, Neil, Devon, Lily
Hillary asks Devon how she should tell Neil their marriage was a mistake, but knows she has to tell him. In the meantime Neil is at the house and the lights flicker again. He tries to fix it. The electrical panel sparks giving him a severe shock which knocks him out. Devon assures her she is doing the right thing. Hillary tells him he will have to tell Lily. Devon says Lily will have to be there for Neil when all this comes down. Back at the AC Lily is gushing to Devon over the profits they made and notes that they did it as a family. In the meantime, Cane and Hillary arrive at the house and find Neil on the floor. Cane calls Lily to tell her about Neil. He tells her the ambulance has been called and she needs to find Devon and meet them at Memorial.
Victor, Dr. Burnett
Victor speaks to Dr. Burnett and is told there has been no change in Phyllis. Victor tells him he will do whatever is in his power to bring Phyllis out of her coma. Later Victor confirms that Daniel has accepted the invitation to the remote area for his art show. Victor has D. Cutlers research paper in hand and says You are going to be one of the lucky ones Phyllis, I will make sure of that.
Sharon, Ian
Sharon joins Ian at the AC and tells him he traumatized Faith and embarrassed Nikki with that newspaper article. She asks about Mariahs mother and Ian tells Sharon Mariahs mother is not to be trusted and Sharon says and you can be trusted. Ian tells her he has been a counsellor and stand in parent to Mariah. He tells her he hopes Nick realizes his responsibility as a father figure to Mariah. Sharon tells him Nick doesnt need any advice, especially from him and leaves.
Nick, Mariah
At the AC Nick tells Mariah he is still angry that she lied about her mother. Mariah apologizes again and says she does not want to talk about her mother. Nick says what if he does. Mariah tells Nick she is lucky to have Nick and Sharon in her life and she does not need Ian. Nick tells her Ian is not to be trusted or around anyone he cares about and walks away. Mariah says to herself - in that case Nick, I am going to make you care, about me.
Day Ahead Spoiler
Chelsea tells Billy she does not feel like arguing about her dead husband on her sons birthday.
Chris asks Nikki if she shouldnt be looking to her own husband at a time like this.
Jack tells Dr. Burnett he wants to make sure everything is done for Phyllis. Dr. Burnett assures him everything is being done, while Victor eavesdrops.
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