Phyllis drops by Victor's office. He tells her that he doesn't trust her, especially since she has a renewed friendship with Jack Abbot. When Victor issues threats, Phyllis advises him to read her contract carefully. Neil explains to Victoria that she will continue to alienate Ryan as long as she has a bad attitude about Tricia. Ryan puts a sudden stop to Tricia's romantic plans. He tells Tricia that they need to take things slow, but assures her that she has his full support. A sad Tricia goes to Crimson Lights where Matt alias Carter lends her his ear. Nina and Tomas finish the book after staying up all night. Nina is on cloud nine and spreads the news to Sharon as Tomas agonizes over his own situation and starts drinking. At Walnut Grove, Rianna is worried about Raul who continues to worry Mac and wonders whether Billy could have been the reason why she wanted to run away. J.T. tries again to connect with Brittany but then realizes she has no feelings for him at all. When Brittany acts smug, he threatens to tell Billy everything.
—Torsten B. Tomaschek