[ Door opens, closes ] >> Summer: [ Gasps ]
You're back. >> Kyle: I am.
And I missed you like crazy. Mm.
Tree looks phenomenal. >> Summer: Mm, thank you.
All we have left are your special Abbott-family ornaments.
I am so glad that you got back home early.
We didn't want to finish decorating without you.
>> Ashley: Yeah. Brr! Wow. >> Tucker: Alright,
what'll you have? >> Ashley: I would love a hot
chocolate. >> Tucker: You sure you don't
want some fancy coffee drink with foam and extra shots
and scalded this and that? >> Ashley: Tucker, I'm a very
simple girl. Okay. [ Chuckles ]
Don't buy it, huh? How about some cinnamon on top?
>> Tucker: Of what? Oh, the hot chocolate?
>> Ashley: Yes. >> Tucker: Okay.
Uh, hi, sir. Uh, two hot chocolates.
With cinnamon. Keep the change.
>> Ashley: Thank you. >> Tucker: Thank you.
Thanks for hanging out. It was a lovely day.
>> Ashley: Yeah. Brr.
I'm still kind of shocked, though, that a man like you
who loves his creature comforts actually wanted to surprise me
with a picnic in the wintertime, no less.
>> Tucker: Yeah, I loved the look on your face
when we got there. >> Ashley: Well, it was magical.
>> Tucker: Oh, glad I can still dazzle you once in a while.
>> Ashley: Yeah. I mean, as far as picnics go,
I will always remember it. A lovely and sweet
moment in nature capped off by an offer to fund
my very own empire. Please,
would you stop being so coy and just tell me what you're after?
Because I'm dying to know. ♪♪
♪♪
[ Can opens ]
>> Billy: Aww, yes. My favorite -- popcorn.
You remembered. >> Chelsea: And you brought my
favorite seltzer. >> Billy: That's right.
You know, Connor picked the wrong night
to go help the Newmans decorate their tree.
Thank you. >> Chelsea: Yeah, I'm sure
Victor and Nikki are thrilled to have so many grandchildren
around them, but Connor's going to be bummed.
He loves movie night. >> Billy: Alright, well,
we'll wrangle him next time. So what are we watching?
>> Chelsea: I have it all cued up.
A holiday classic. >> Billy: "It's a Wonderful
Life." Huh.
>> Chelsea: Yeah. Why? You don't like it?
>> Billy: No, I mean, I like it, of course.
Who doesn't like this movie? It's just, you know,
with everything that you've been going through, it's, uh...
>> Chelsea: I considered that. Regarding the darker scenes,
I mean, I lived it. I'm working through it.
I think I can handle a movie about it.
>> Billy: Okay. >> Lily: So, Devon and I ran
the numbers, did some analysis of our own,
and we came to realize this is going to be a very profitable
long-term venture. >> Daniel: Does that mean
what I think it means? >> Devon: It means that you can
consider yourself hired because we are giving the green light
to Project Omega-Sphere. >> Lily: Congratulations, and
welcome to the team. >> Devon: Yes, sir.
>> Daniel: Thank you. >> Devon: Yeah, man.
>> Daniel: Thank you. >> Devon: Of course.
>> Lily: Yes, of course. Thank you for pitching it to us.
>> Daniel: [ Sighs ] I can't believe you guys
made your decision so fast. >> Devon: Well, when a project
this big comes to your door, you got to give it all your
attention. >> Lily: So we'll have a
contract for you in the next day or two.
>> Daniel: Great, great. Well, I can't wait to get
started. What's the next step?
>> Lily: Well, we'll work with you on development.
>> Devon: Do you already have people in mind that you want to
hire to help develop the platforming games?
>> Daniel: Mm-hmm, yeah, I've spoken with a few tech guys who
sound interested. Now that I know that
the project's a go, I can bring in a primary developer,
someone to head up the creative team.
>> Devon: So you don't have anybody picked out yet, though?
>> Daniel: Well, experienced game designers and managers
are not going to make a deal on a "maybe."
Until I knew that I had a contract signed and, you know, I
know my budget, I was in no position to make any kind of
promises to anyone. >> Lily: Yeah, no, no, no, no.
I think that you're being very prudent on how you've approached
people. So take your time.
I mean, we want this to be right.
>> Devon: Yeah, of course. I don't think you should
rush anything. I just figured you ought to be
ready to roll. >> Daniel: I'm still on track.
You know, I'm determined now more than ever to make
this dream a reality. I'll find the team.
You don't have to worry. >> Devon: Okay.
>> Daniel: You're not already regretting saying yes, are you?
>> Kyle: It was the year my mom took me to live in Canada.
I was sad that I couldn't be here with Dad
and the rest of the family. I sent them this ornament
so they'd remember me and I could be here in spirit.
>> Summer: Aww, that's so sweet. >> Traci: [ Gasps ]
Well, look who's home from his trip.
>> Jack: Kyle. >> Kyle: Hey, Dad. Traci.
>> Jack: So, how did the meeting go?
Did you get the issue straightened out
with the fabric house? >> Kyle: Yeah, we had to make
some compromises, but, by the end, everyone was comfortable.
No problems to speak of. >> Jack: Good.
>> Traci: Oh, the tree is gorgeous, Summer.
You've done a fabulous job decorating.
>> Summer: Oh, thank you. We just have to put up all of
your special Abbott-family ornaments before we can declare
it completely finished. >> Traci: Well, I love going
through the ornaments every year.
>> Jack: It's a wonderful tradition.
So full of memories. >> Traci: Kyle, I know that this
is going to be an extra difficult year for you,
your mother having to leave town because of that man,
Jeremy Stark, and it is just breaking my heart,
watching you and Summer trying to explain to little Harrison
where his Dee Dee went. >> Summer: That has been rough.
>> Kyle: Especially knowing she might never come back.
>> Summer: Not that we've told Harrison that.
>> Jack: We won't. He needs all the reassurance
we can give him. >> Traci: Well, it sort of feels
like our traditions are more important than ever this year,
bringing the joy of the season to that precious little boy
any way we can. You know, and it's something
that we all need. That and, I don't know, a
Christmas miracle or two. [ Traci and Summer chuckle ]
>> Kyle: Amen. >> Traci: So, I am very excited
to go through the box of ornaments.
>> Summer: But first, who wants some eggnog?
>> Kyle: Oh. Me. >> Jack: Oh, I'm definitely in.
trimming the tree is thirsty work.
>> Summer: Okay, so four eggnogs?
Alright, coming right up. >> Traci: You know what?
I'll give you a hand. >> Jack: So?
>> Kyle: We're going to need more than hope for a Christmas
miracle to end this threat to my mom.
>> Jack: [ Sighs ] >> Billy: [ Chuckles ]
>> Lily: No, Daniel, don't worry.
Devon and I are fully committed to helping you realize your
vision. >> Devon: Absolutely.
Nothing has changed. >> Daniel: Good. Good.
>> Devon: Yeah. And we understand, too,
that building an entire gaming division from the ground up
is a huge undertaking for the company.
So we want to take our time and do things the right way.
>> Daniel: Well, I mean, given the level of competition out
there and the risks inherent with any big launch,
I can assure you that is exactly what I'm going to do,
down to the last detail. Every aspect of this platform
has to be seamlessly connected. If one area is weak,
the whole thing falls apart. It's unacceptable.
Our flagship game isn't just a way to spend time.
It's about giving people a believable and exciting world
that's immersive and meaningful, somewhere they can have fun
and, at the same time, tackle some of life's bigger questions,
where they can face their fears, and learn to find inspiration
and purpose. >> Lily: I think that's what I
love most about it. >> Daniel: And, listen, since
we're discussing timetable, I want to make a formal
announcement in March. Let the world know
what's in store. >> Devon: Which is in
three months, man. Don't you think that's a little
unrealistic?
>> Daniel: I promise you, I can get far enough along
to announce by March. >> Devon: Well, I don't know
how you figure that when you don't have a team
put together yet. We don't have to rush anything,
either. You just said yourself that
if any part of the Omega-Sphere isn't operating
at the highest level, then the whole experience
falls short, right? >> Daniel: Mm-hmm, that's true.
But I'm going to be as honest and as transparent as I can with
you guys for this entire process.
If I think that there's going to be a problem,
I'm not going to hesitate to share it with you,
because invested as I am in this project,
I'm not going to lose sight of what's at stake for all of us.
>> Devon: Well, I'm glad to hear that, but still.
>> Daniel: I realize that I've set an ambitious timeline,
but I have identified the elements I need,
and, I promise you, it's all going to come together.
>> Lily: Look, let's just leave it here, right,
and just know that Devon and I give you our full support
to get whatever talent you need. >> Devon: We do.
Just keep us abreast on your progress.
>> Daniel: Done. >> Devon: Thank you very much.
On that note, I'm gonna take off.
I need to get back to Dominic. >> Lily: How are things going on
that front? >> Devon: They're going well.
He's got two little teeth coming in, so it's fun times.
>> Daniel: You have to be excited for Christmas.
I mean, experiencing that magic through a child's eyes,
there's nothing quite like it. >> Lily: I know, and now that
he's older, he can appreciate it more.
>> Devon: I know, I know. I can't wait for him
to make some real memories. >> Lily: Well, give me a kiss
for me. >> Devon: I will do that for
sure. And, Daniel, congratulations
again, man. I look forward to us all working
together. >> Daniel: Oh, thanks, man.
Me, too. >> Devon: Alright, take it easy.
>> Lily: Bye. Um, I should get going, too,
but I just want to say I'm so happy that you're
back in town and that Devon and I can help make your dream
come true. >> Daniel: Thank you for
trusting me to make this happen. I won't let you down.
>> Tucker: Both gestures were from the heart -- the picnic
and the offer to help you realize your potential.
>> Ashley: I see. >> Tucker: Just wanted to spend
some time with you alone in a beautiful setting,
and I would gladly help you build your own business
separate from Jabot. Kind of the way you did when you
decamped to Paris years ago. >> Ashley: Mm.
You heard about that? >> Tucker: Mm-hmm.
I was impressed by it. And with no one to stop you,
you were really on the verge of great things.
I was disappointed when you closed up shop
and merged with Jabot. >> Ashley: That's why you came,
right? That's why you're here?
You don't really want Jabot, but you just want to convince me
to leave Jabot? Or is it maybe a misguided
attempt to protect me before you decide to pounce
on my family's business? >> Tucker: Boy, you know what'd
be nice? If, for once, you just took me
at my word. But...
I guess I knew that earning your trust was going to
take time and patience. >> Ashley: And then some.
>> Tucker: My only interest is you, Ashley.
Your happiness. I'm simply asking you to expand
your idea of what that might look like
and imagine a future, a bright future
if you were on your own. >> Ashley: Okay, settle down.
I mean, really, Jabot's in our blood, you know,
it's part of our family. It's part of me.
It's why I came back from Europe.
>> Tucker: Let Jack be the legacy, then.
You're the only Abbott with the drive to be a maverick
like your father was. And you have so much talent
and expertise, I think you should go on your own.
>> Ashley: Then why do I need you?
>> Tucker: You don't. [ Scoffs, sighs ]
Just know that you know how good we are together.
>> Ashley: Okay, well, I guess it's time for me to go home.
And I do want to thank you because it was a lovely
and very surprising day. Thank you.
>> Jack: Oh, boy. Luan gave me this ornament
our first Christmas together. You know what?
I'm going to give this to Allie when she comes home.
Tell her the history and invite her
to hang it on the tree herself. >> Traci: Oh, Jack, a surprise
from a grandmother she never knew.
That's just magical. >> Jack: Despite everything
that's going on, I am determined to make this
a magical first Christmas for the newest Abbotts among us.
>> Kyle: Mm-hmm. >> Traci: Summer, are you sure
that you brought all of the boxes down from the attic?
>> Summer: I thought I did. Are we missing something?
>> Traci: I can't find my favorite ornament.
It's little silver ice skates. Katherine gave it to me
when I was 6, and it was in a box
that had a blue label along with the star that goes
on the top of the tree. >> Summer: Want me to go check?
>> Traci: Oh, no, no. You know, I think I might know
right where it is. I will go get it,
and I'll be right back. [ Chuckles ]
>> Jack: So, how did things go at the cabin with your mother?
>> Kyle: She's settled in. There's plenty of food,
firewood, and things to keep her occupied.
>> Jack: Oh, boy, this has got to be especially difficult for
Diane. She's hiding from the world
yet again. >> Kyle: My mother was alone for
so long, spent so many holidays by herself,
and now she's missing her first Christmas with Harrison.
I could tell she's trying to stay strong,
but I know it's crushing her. >> Summer: [ Sighs ]
I feel like I should apologize again for my mom
creating all of this chaos. I mean, she lured
this dangerous man to town by claiming that Diane
turned him into the feds without even knowing that that
was true. This man could resort to
violence. We have no idea.
I still think that we should go to the police.
>> Jack: Listen, Stark has been very careful
about not breaking the law since he's been in town.
Getting law enforcement involved, I think it's a
mistake. It would only bring
more attention on Diane. No, Kyle and I have a plan, and
we are going to see it through.
>> Traci: Well, this tree is magnificent.
>> Summer: It really is. >> Traci: I have set aside some
ornaments for Ashley and for Allie.
When they get home, they can hang them.
>> Kyle: And the star belongs to Harrison.
>> Jack: Absolutely. >> Traci: I just can't wait to
see that, him up on your shoulders, putting the star on
the tippity-top. >> Kyle: That's one of those
moments I'm going to treasure. >> Traci: Well, listen, as much
fun as this has been, until someone else gets home,
I think I'm going to go have some drinks with a friend.
>> Summer: Oh, how fun. >> Traci: Oh, I will. Thank you.
>> Kyle: Here, let me help you. >> Traci: Oh, thanks.
And, Kyle? >> Kyle: Mm-hmm?
>> Traci: Look, for what it's worth, Diane is absolutely
devoted to you and to Harrison. And she is a fighter.
And she has so much to fight for.
So I don't know how, but I just have this feeling that somehow
everything is going to work out alright.
>> Kyle: I appreciate your optimism and the kind words
about my mother. >> Traci: Alright.
Mwah. See you later. Oh.
>> Summer: [ Sighs ] >> Jack: So I think
that's our cue now. [ Door closes ]
>> Kyle: I'll be back soon. >> Summer: Please be careful.
That goes for you, too. >> Jack: Let's go.
>> Both: ♪ For auld lang syne, my dear ♪
♪ For auld lang syne ♪ ♪ We'll take a cup of kindness
yet ♪ ♪ For auld lang syne ♪
>> Chelsea: Wow, I'm really happy Connor's not here.
>> Billy: Yeah? >> Chelsea: He used to love to
make fun of me when I would sing in the car.
>> Billy: That's good. You should keep doing that.
>> Chelsea: Tormenting my child's eardrums?
>> Billy: That and singing out loud.
It's good for you. >> Chelsea: Okay.
I will. You know, the world had sort of
faded to gray, and it feels like I'm starting to see color again,
little by little. >> Billy: Yeah, I snuck a couple
little glances at you during the movie just to make sure you were
okay. >> Chelsea: Yeah, I mean, some
scenes were difficult to watch, but, ultimately,
it's a story about someone who comes to realize
the true value of their life, what a gift it is,
what they mean to other people, something I'm feeling
really strongly these days. So to answer your question,
yeah, I'm okay. >> Summer: Mom, you were fired.
What are you doing here? >> Phyllis: [ Clears throat ]
I'm emptying out my office, Summer.
If you think I'm going to steal something, have security follow
me out. >> Summer: [ Sighs ]
I'm disappointed that it's come to this, but it has.
>> Phyllis: You say that like you had nothing to do with it,
that my firing had something to do with a natural disaster
or something. >> Summer: Well, I didn't really
have much say in your decision to bring Diane's recently
paroled ex to Genoa City, did I? >> Phyllis: Okay, well, that was
what I did in my personal time. I mean, is it even legal
to get fired for something you do in your personal life?
>> Summer: First of all, yes, it is.
It's called a morality clause. It's in pretty much
every employment contract. And, secondly, Mom,
you were repeatedly warned that if the conflict
with Diane continued, that you would be let go.
>> Phyllis: Well, we weren't fighting in the office.
In fact, I did my best to avoid her.
>> Summer: But you were scheming with Nikki and Ashley all the
while to drive her out of town. >> Phyllis: Yeah, but we never
did that on Marchetti property, so I played by your rules.
>> Summer: I am so sick of arguing about this.
I'm really hoping, now that you're not with Marchetti
anymore, that maybe eventually we can go back to being a family
again. >> Phyllis: Are you serious?
You fired me as an act of solidarity with Diane Jenkins.
You want me to get over it and just move on?
>> Jack: [ Exhales sharply ] >> Jeremy: Well, look who's
here. So serious.
Oh, please, come in. I heard your mom left town
again. Oh, what a shame.
>> Kyle: Hey, don't look so smug about it.
>> Jack: Hey, simmer down. That's not going to help us at
all.
>> "The Young and the Restless" will continue.
>> Kyle: How my mother ever allowed herself to get involved
with a guy like you, I will never understand.
>> Jeremy: I wouldn't expect you to.
>> Jack: Look, Diane got involved in a lot of things in
L.A. we didn't know about. We certainly didn't expect
to be involved in this. >> Kyle: Well, you don't have to
worry about it now. She's gone.
Whatever the truth is about what happened between you,
you scared her enough where she ran out on us
without as much as a goodbye. >> Jack: I told you not to do
this. This is taking us farther away
from why we're here. >> Jeremy: Which is?
>> Jack: We just want to talk. Look, ever since you came to
town, you have been very careful about not breaking the law.
You're too smart for that. Well, I am smart enough
to get the message. You apparently can elude
security at your will, and you are determined
to settle whatever score you have with Diane.
Diane is gone to. God knows where.
>> Jeremy: [ Chuckles ] How convenient.
>> Jack: Kyle and I had nothing to do with any of your business
dealings with Diane. We thought she was dead.
There is nothing for you here now.
>> Jeremy: You wouldn't happen to have stashed her away
somewhere until I leave, would you?
>> Kyle: Hey, it is almost Christmas, and my son is in
tears, wondering why his grandmother isn't there,
and I have to figure out a way to explain to him when or even
if we will ever see her. >> Jack: Clearly, this is
affecting my family. I would like to straighten
this out now. Look, I offered you money
before. You turned me down.
Now that Diane is out of the picture,
we are as close as you are going to get to being reimbursed.
So let's work this out. You can go about your business,
and we can get back to our lives in peace.
>> Jeremy: Hm. No promises.
But... I'll consider it.
>> Summer: I know that it's going to take time for you to
move on. >> Phyllis: You know, you talk
about being one big, happy family without any irony
in your voice at all. It's truly fantastic.
You know, I sold my hotel so I could work with you.
>> Summer: But it wasn't really about working together,
and you know it. >> Phyllis: All I wanted to do
was protect you and support you. That's all I wanted to do,
Summer. Yeah, it got messy.
But something you should know is your hands get messy
when you're a mom and you're trying to protect
the people you love. And that's what I was
trying to do. And contrary to Diane's belief,
no, no, it wasn't about some petty resentment
that I had toward her and her getting close to the Abbotts
and you and Jack. >> Summer: Mom, don't try to
pretend that that doesn't bother you.
>> Phyllis: It bothers me because she's trying to peddle
some sanitized version of her life in Los Angeles,
and she's lying and I know she's lying.
I'll never trust her. >> Summer: Okay, well, not
everyone despises her as much as you do.
>> Phyllis: Okay, you know what? You know what? That's, um...
Yeah, Kyle doesn't despise her. He wants to believe her lies
because it's his mom, so I get it.
But it leaves him susceptible to everything that she's doing.
She is lying, one lie after the other,
and I've exposed everything, but nobody seems to care.
And finally she was caught, and what did she do?
Huh? She ran.
That's what she did. But she's Mother of the Year,
isn't she? >> Summer: I didn't trust her,
either. I defended you.
But I'm sorry. I can't justify you lying about
Kyle's mom to a convicted criminal to get him to come
after her. You put us all in danger,
Harrison included. And not only that, but you
pitted me against my husband. You hurt me, Mom.
You betrayed me. Because your sole focus
was driving Diane away. That is why I fired you.
This is on you. >> Billy: [ Sighs ]
>> Chelsea: Well, thanks for spending this time with me.
>> Billy: No need to thank me. I had a good time.
>> Chelsea: Yeah, me, too. I think Christmas is going to be
a lot more meaningful this year, considering everything I've been
through. Oh, and I have a gift for
Johnny. I haven't wrapped it yet,
but I will give it to you next time I see you.
I know my last one was not a great idea.
>> Billy: Yeah, the baby blanket.
>> Chelsea: This one will be better.
[ Chuckles ] And you and Victoria, you can
decide the appropriate time to give it to him.
>> Billy: Okay. >> Chelsea: And if it's okay
with you guys, I'm hoping the boys, Johnny and Connor, can
spend some time together over the holidays.
>> Billy: Yeah, we'll see if we can make that work.
You know, I'll talk to Victoria about it.
>> Chelsea: I apologized to her earlier, the way I apologized to
you. Seemed to go well,
all things considered. >> Billy: Good to know.
[ Knock on door ] >> Chelsea: I'm hoping that will
make Victoria more amenable. You know, the boys have a great
bond. >> Billy: Mm.
>> Chelsea: I'm hoping we can encourage it.
>> Adam: Hi. I hope this isn't a bad time.
I just brought some gifts for you and for, um, Connor.
I'm sorry. I didn't mean to interrupt.
>> Billy: It's okay. Just about to head out.
Well [clears throat] thank you very much.
I had a lovely time. And, of course, I'll see you
soon. Plenty of more
classic movies to watch. >> Chelsea: I'll be sure to
stock up on the popcorn. >> Billy: Let me know
if you need anything, okay? >> Chelsea: Thanks.
>> Billy: Okay. >> Chelsea: Bye.
>> Billy: Bye. Hey.
>> Adam: I'm still waiting on a few things for Connor,
but I figured I would get these to you.
>> Chelsea: Aww, that's nice. I'll be sure to put these out
for him. >> Adam: Yeah, whatever works.
>> Chelsea: Oh, I'm very excited for you to see the gift
he's making for you. That kid is creative.
>> Adam: Oh, I can't wait. As long as I'm here, I figured
that we could just discuss the holidays.
I assume that you want to do something low-key and avoid
the big Newman family gathering. >> Chelsea: Actually, if it's
okay with you, I'd like to go. I just saw Sharon earlier,
and she convinced me it's time to face the world,
even the difficult parts. I have to start trying to live
a normal life again. >> Phyllis: [ Exhales sharply ]
>> Tucker: Looks like someone's having a hell of a day.
>> Phyllis: Who asked you? >> Tucker: No one.
It was a comment, not a reply. And I withdraw.
Word to the wise -- stop fighting the world so hard.
The more at peace you are, the more things go your way.
>> Phyllis: Thanks for that. >> Daniel: Mom.
>> Phyllis: Hey, baby. >> Daniel: Hey.
>> Phyllis: Hey. Oh, my goodness.
I'm so glad I ran into you. I'm so glad.
>> Daniel: You're smiling so hard, it looks like it hurts.
What's up? >> Phyllis: Yeah.
Um, hey, let's go. >> Daniel: Talk to me.
>> Phyllis: Um, okay, well, uh...
[ Sighs ] I'm not working
at Marchetti anymore. >> Daniel: Whoa, whoa.
What? Why? >> Phyllis: You know, Summer and
I, we mutually agreed we just have different visions.
>> Daniel: Uh-huh. Okay.
What's the real story? >> Phyllis: Uh, does it matter?
I mean, it's all good. Anyway, the worst part about it
is I did so much work. I created the entire division
and someone's just going to jump in and just make it succeed.
>> Daniel: So you're free and clear?
>> Phyllis: Yeah. Thanks. I mean, that is the positive
spin. >> Daniel: Then come work with
me. >> Lily: Hi.
>> Billy: Hi. You got here fast.
Do you want a coffee or tea or something?
>> Lily: Maybe in a minute. Should we sit?
>> Billy: Yeah. >> Lily: Okay.
>> Billy: [ Clears throat ] >> Lily: How's Chelsea doing?
>> Billy: She's good. She's getting stronger every
day. >> Lily: Good. Sounds positive.
>> Billy: Yeah, I think so. >> Lily: You seemed a little off
when I came in. Did something happen?
>> Billy: Adam happened. He showed up at Chelsea's door,
and he oozes misery. And I just don't think that
that's good for her right now. >> Lily: Well, it kind of seems
like you think you're the only one who knows
what's good for her right now. >> Kyle: I couldn't get a read
on Stark. Could you?
>> Jack: Like all good liars, he's very opaque, though I must
say, your performance was very believable.
>> Kyle: That's because my hatred for him is real.
Question is, did he buy it? [ Footsteps approaching ]
>> Summer: Please tell me it's done.
>> Jack: We did everything we could.
Now we wait. >> Ashley: Hi.
Kyle, you're back from your business trip.
How was it? >> Kyle: Uh, g-good.
Productive. >> Summer: What do you think
about the tree? >> Ashley: Wow.
Did you do that? >> Summer: Most of it.
>> Ashley: Beautiful. You did a fantastic job.
>> Summer: Thank you. I enjoyed doing it.
>> Ashley: Okay, so you all got very quiet when I came in.
Anybody want to tell me what's going on?
>> Daniel: It is official, as of today.
Chancellor-Winters will be launching my new gaming
platform. >> Phyllis: What?
>> Daniel: Mm-hmm. >> Phyllis: This is amazing.
Congratulations. >> Daniel: Thank you.
Yeah, I'm just a little excited. >> Phyllis: Yeah.
Oh, my gosh. Tell me everything.
>> Daniel: It's not, you know, just gaming as most people know
it. I mean, this is a complex
multiverse, and it doesn't isolate.
It expands. And it deals with people's,
like, hopes and their fears and their dreams.
>> Phyllis: Wow. That's very cutting edge.
>> Daniel: Uh-huh. I know.
I got a few coders that I'd like to hire.
You know, they can get started on the nitty-gritty.
But you know what I need? What I need is a heavy hitter.
I need someone senior that can come in,
they can build, they can manage the team of designers,
all the tech people. I need someone I can trust,
someone who can see to the day-to-day stuff while I'm
staying focused on the big picture.
Someone like you. >> Phyllis: I love that,
because, you know, your sister doesn't seem to trust me, so...
>> Daniel: Well, I don't agree with her.
I see things differently. Look, you are an avid gamer.
You're also a hacker from back in the day.
>> Phyllis: Shh. >> Daniel: You love this world.
You know the languages inside and out.
I mean, this makes sense. I would love for you
to join me on this. >> Billy: You know, you almost
sounded a little... >> Lily: Hostile?
I mean, maybe so. I just -- I don't feel like I
know at all what's going on inside your head these days.
>> Billy: Because you have a problem with how much time
I'm spending with Chelsea. >> Lily: No, Billy, like I said,
this is not just about Chelsea, and this is way too big
for us to ignore. So if you want to work
on this relationship, if you still care about it --
>> Billy: Lily, yes, of course I do.
>> Lily: Well, then I think that we need help.
I think that we should go to couple's counseling.
>> Billy: Okay, what I hear you saying is that you think
I'm heading off the rails again. >> Lily: No, no.
This is not about you. This is about us.
And this is really, really important to me.
And I don't feel confident that we can handle this on our own.
>> Billy: Okay. Yes, let's do that.
Let's, um... Let's set something up
for after the holidays. >> Lily: Thank you.
>> Jack: The only thing we are up to is trimming the tree and
trying to engender some holiday spirit.
>> Kyle: We left some more amounts for you to hang.
>> Summer: Yeah, Traci has them in this box over here.
>> Ashley: Oh, well, how sweet. Well, okay, then.
I guess it's been a long day. I'm going to go upstairs and
take a bath. >> Jack: [ Sighs ]
>> Summer: How did things go with Stark?
>> Jack: He said he would consider my offer.
>> Kyle: There's no telling how long he will drag this out for.
>> Summer: Or if we could even trust him.
>> Kyle: I'm thinking about going back up to the cabin so my
mom doesn't feel so abandoned tomorrow.
>> Summer: On Christmas Eve? >> Jack: Wait, Kyle, I know you
want to do this for Diane, but I think that's risky.
>> Jeremy: I still have business here Genoa City.
No, I have some stuff here I need to take care of
on my own. >> Kyle: I'll be careful
to fly under the radar. Stark won't have a clue.
>> Jack: You hope. >> Summer: Kyle, I really wish
you would reconsider. >> Kyle: You didn't see the
tears in my mother's eyes when I said goodbye to her earlier.
I can't stand the thought of her being up there alone,
not on Christmas. >> Summer: [ Sighs ]
>> Kyle: [ Sighs ] >> Next week on
"The Young and the Restless"... >> Victor: That's up to Adam,
you know? He's the one
who turned his back on us. If he wants to be back in the
fold, then let him make the move.
>> Tessa: Well, we're meeting with a pregnant woman after
New Year's to discuss the possibility of adoption.
>> Sharon: Wow, really? That's amazing.
>> Daniel: Dad? >> Danny: Merry Christmas, Son.
[ Chuckles ] ♪♪
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