At the ranch, Adam takes in the view of the stunning new house, impressed by the property’s grandeur. Meanwhile, Victor begins discussing Sharon’s return to the ranch and expresses his concerns about the potential threat she poses. Victor is visibly upset, questioning whether Sharon is truly safe to be around, given her past actions. Nick, however, defends Sharon, insisting that she’s not dangerous and has changed. Adam and Victor engage in a tense debate, with Victor emphasizing Sharon’s troubled past, including her involvement in numerous dark events. Adam counters by pointing out Sharon’s complex mental state, suggesting that her actions may not reflect her true character. The conversation grows heated, with Victor ultimately dismissing Nick’s defense of Sharon and expressing his distrust.
In the hospital, Phyllis slowly regains consciousness after the car accident that left her in critical condition. Disoriented and confused, she struggles to remember the details of the accident, but her family is there to reassure her. As they try to comfort her, Phyllis learns that Sharon has confessed to framing Daniel for the crime. This revelation shocks Phyllis, and she becomes visibly upset by the news. Shortly after, Chance enters the room to speak with Phyllis about the accident. Phyllis is frustrated and angry, especially when she finds out Sharon is out on bail. She suspects Sharon was not only responsible for framing Daniel but may have also tried to kill her in the process. Phyllis’ emotions intensify as she tries to piece together the circumstances leading to the accident, feeling betrayed and fearful of Sharon’s intentions.
Back at the ranch, Victor pulls Nick and Adam aside to update them on a major development: he has successfully taken control of Chancellor Industries. Victor shares his victory with the family, but Adam quickly points out that Billy Abbott, who once held a significant stake in the company, is furious about the change. Victor seems unconcerned, confident that Nikki will be able to handle the reins of Chancellor moving forward. He expresses full trust in her leadership abilities, believing she will turn the company into a great success. Adam, ever the strategist, notes that Billy’s anger could spell trouble, but Victor is confident that Nikki’s leadership will neutralize any potential issues that arise from Billy’s feelings of betrayal.
Meanwhile, in Sally's suite, she and Billy share a moment of reflection, discussing their motivations for the passionate encounter that took place earlier. While they acknowledge the intensity of their chemistry, they both agree that it wasn’t driven by revenge, despite their complicated histories. They reflect on their personal journeys and the reasons they found themselves in this situation. As they talk, it’s clear that their connection runs deeper than a mere moment of passion, and both express a sense of satisfaction and enjoyment in each other’s company. Sally, feeling liberated and unburdened, is happy that things happened the way they did, while Billy shares that, deep down, he’s relieved to have experienced it for the right reasons—not as part of some larger scheme.
Back in the hospital, Phyllis becomes increasingly agitated as she insists that Sharon was the one who set her up for the accident. She is certain Sharon orchestrated the entire event in an attempt to hurt her. As Nick arrives to check on her, Phyllis accuses Sharon of deliberately trying to kill her, believing the entire accident was part of a larger, malicious plan. Her anger and frustration boil over, and she demands that Sharon be held accountable for her actions. Nick listens to her accusations, but he struggles to reconcile his own feelings toward Sharon with Phyllis’ claims.
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