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Episode #11440 ~ Nick makes a promise to Sharon, Abby defends Arturo, and Billy confesses to Phyllis.

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Previously on "the young and the restless"...

Kyle: I need billy abbott to lose so badly, he can't cover the loss and goes into debt.

Sinead: The tournament? Featuring the crème de la crme of players? Wait. Mm. It's for the best of the best. Never mind.

Jack: Forgotten how insidious alzheimer's really is. Each day that passes is a day closer to losing her.

Phyllis: Dina! Where are you?

Rey: I had to become man of the house at a very young age.

Abby: Is that why you and arturo don't get along?

Rey: Arturo didn't like his older brother playing papi.

Nick: I don't want to begin our married life living on my folks' property. I bookmarked a bunch of places I think would be very cool for us. While I'm out of town with arturo, you could swing by and check them out.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Sharon? Faith? Mariah? Anyone?

Sharon: Did you think I forgot you were coming back today? Welcome home.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Ashley: We're so lucky that kyle had a way to locate dina. And that she wasn't hurt.

Phyllis: You're making it sound like I committed elder abuse.

Ashley: Well, you lost my mother.

Phyllis: She's fine.

Ashley: No thanks to you.

Abby: Guess what today is? Arturo is back from his trip with nick, and I missed him more than I ever thought I could.

Phyllis: New love. It's so nice. Everything's so exciting and intense.

Ashley: Especially when you're cheating. Where is billy, anyway?

Phyllis: He's at the office. He left early. Probably to get away from this.

[ Knock on door ]

Summer: Fenmore's holiday event schedule. Lauren wanted to make sure that none of those dates step on anything that jabot is planning.

Billy: Thank you. Tell lauren I'll get back to her when I can.

Summer: You seem a bit disoriented.

Billy: [ Clears throat ]

Summer: Wait, did you think that I came here to discuss all the trouble that you're going through to avoid me?

Jack: [ Sighs ] Well, I -- look, I'm glad you told me this.

Kyle: Phyllis felt terrible.

Jack: Of course she did. She had no idea what she was taking on when she offered to look after dina.

Kyle: She didn't exactly offer. I sort of foisted it on her.

Jack: Wait, what does that mean?

Kyle: It was only for a couple hours, until dina's nurse arrived. I should have known phyllis might not be prepared.

Jack: [ Sighs ]

Kyle: Look, I'm sorry, dad.

Jack: Ah, n-- you know what, I -- I don't blame you, son. No. No one's been more devoted to dina than you.

Kyle: [ Chuckles ] I've got to say, dina was pretty cute when I found her, acting like she'd given her nurse the slip.

Jack: [ Laughs ] Well, no harm this time. But next time --

Kyle: Got it. Dina's too far gone to take any chances. I see that.

Jack: Look, even I didn't realize how far she'd declined. And we're losing her. And at a time this family is in so much turmoil.

Kyle: I'm grateful for the time I had with dina before the disease really took hold. Got to experience that sharp mind of hers, that fierce wit. So hard to see her this way.

Jack: You're going through a lot yourself, trying to find your place in this messy bunch. How's that going?

Kyle: [ Sighs ] It's a work in progress. Like you said, it's pretty messy. Have to choose sides.

Jack: Well, however things shake out with ashley and billy, try not to get caught in the cross fire. And remember this -- you always have me. Always. That's a promise.

Abby: Is dina still sleeping?

Ashley: Yes. Hopefully when she wakes up, she won't remember how frightened she was. She was wandering around the grounds all by herself.

Phyllis: Oh, for pete's sake.

Abby: Mom, phyllis didn't understand how complicated dina's situation is. But now that she does, I'm sure nothing like that will ever happen again.

Phyllis: Have a good one.

Abby: You too. Bye, mom.

Ashley: Bye, honey. Love you.

Abby: Love you.

Ashley: You know, abby's right, phyllis. That's never gonna happen again. I'm gonna make sure of it.

Phyllis: How many times do i have to apologize? I told you that I'm sorry. I thought I was doing a good thing by looking after dina, partly just to make up for the disruption that billy and I made with moving in.

Ashley: Of course. By causing more disruption.

Phyllis: You know, to be fair, this is his family's estate.

Ashley: [ Gasps ] Oh, I see. So you're implying that we're squatters. As far as I know, there is no blood-abbott clause that prevents me from living in the house I actually grew up in.

Phyllis: Okay, so it really does get under your skin, doesn't it, that billy is the ceo instead of you.

Ashley: Well, let's see. The only reason I'm not sitting in that chair is because jack amended the company bylaws to protect jabot from people like you.

[ Gasps ] Oh, wait, no. Not people like. You. So billy is actually ceo by default. He didn't earn it.

Phyllis: If you want to keep telling yourself that, that's fine. You go ahead and do that. But billy is in charge. The end. And he has raised the profile of the company, and he's just getting started.

Ashley: Not if I can help it.

Phyllis: The man is not going anywhere. Get used to it.

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Billy: I have not been avoiding you.

Summer: Okay. Then what would you call it?

Billy: Thank you for the file. Please tell lauren I'll get back to her as soon as I can.

Summer: You can't just dismiss me.

Billy: Pretty sure I just did.

Summer: Okay. You can keep pretending --

Billy: What the hell are you thinking? Honestly? Booking that ticket to philadelphia? You're crossing the line once again. Even if you did come to philadelphia, nothing was going to happen.

Summer: Who are you trying to convince here?

Billy: I was very clear. I have no intention of cheating on phyllis. But you just keep pushing the issue. You keep crossing the line.

Summer: Because you keep moving the line. You knew that I was attracted to you, and instead of telling my mom about it, you hid it from her, which tells me everything that I need to know.

Billy: Oh, my god. Seriously, you just -- I mean, you think throwing yourself at me is gonna turn me on? You just have so much to learn.

Summer: Oh, no. You wanted me. I could feel it.

Billy: Wow. You have a rich fantasy life, girl.

Summer: Oh, so now I'm just fantasizing? Really? Okay. So all the trouble that my mom went through to keep me out of your bed, you really think that she agrees with that? Let's just ask her.

Billy: I mean [Scoffs] You're out of control if you think I'm gonna risk all of this to be with you.

Summer: Risk is what you do, billy. It makes you feel alive. You like strong, confident women who know what they want.

Billy: You're describing your mother. The woman that I'm in love with. Which is really what this is all about, isn't it? You're using me to hurt her. And that just shows how immature you are. And, frankly, it's sad. Desperation has a stench, and you reek of it.

[ Cellphone chimes ] We're done. Now get back to work. And do not bring this crap to me ever again on company time. And if you do, trust me, I will show you that you are not as valuable as you think you are.

Summer: A veiled threat. Too bad that's all it is.

Sharon: Wow. Door-to-door service. How lucky am I?

Nick: Luck has nothing to do with it. Are you really done with all of your finals?

Sharon: They have already posted our grades. I got two b's and an A. And summer school was it for me. I'm done. It's on to graduation.

Nick: I am so proud of you.

Sharon: Thanks. I'm kind of proud of me, too.

Nick: You know what? We should have our own private party once the, uh, dark horse launch is over. You know, just the two of us. And I would love to do it in our new home. Have you checked out any of the houses I picked online?

Sharon: Well, between work and finals and faith starting school, getting ready for the wedding, who's had time?

Nick: Look, I know how attached you are to your home. But I need this. I need something new. Something that reflects who I am now.

Sharon: Your actions make more of a statement than any piece of real estate ever could.

Nick: I know. But there, I still feel like I'm in my father's orbit. And it's a past I need to break free of.

Sharon: You're ready for a change.

Nick: You're damn right I am. So I'm gonna call the realtor, see if we can check out some of those places after work. Okay? I'll be in touch.

Abby: Hey, stranger. Welcome back.

Nick: Hey, thanks. Glad I ran into you. How are the plans for the launch event coming?

Abby: We are in great shape, but I will fill you in later. Right now, I want to hear about arturo. Did he do a great job for you in madison?

Nick: You know, he totally crushed it.

Abby: That's fabulous. I'm -- I'm glad to hear that.

Nick: But you're upset he didn't come home at the same time as I did.

Abby: Shows, huh? Ah. He called me when I was pulling out of the garage. I'm pretty bummed out.

Nick: Abby, sorry. That's on me. We're totally swamped up there, and arturo volunteered to stay behind to finish things up, and I jumped at his offer.

Abby: Hmm. I'm wondering if that's the only reason he didn't hurry back.

Nick: Hey, rey. What's going on?

Rey: Hey. Can't complain. You?

Abby: Wait, you two know each other?

Jack: Listen, before you start in on phyllis, she was in over her head. It is not a crime. Go easy on her, okay?

Ashley: Mother could have gotten into some serious trouble with the condition that she's in. You know that.

Jack: Luckily, nothing bad happened.

Ashley: Not this time.

Jack: If there's one saving grace from this god-awful disease, mother won't remember a thing.

Ashley: Well, jack, you know, even though she doesn't know who I am, I still like to bring her some kind of comfort.

Jack: Yeah, I know. And I feel the same way.

Dina: Oh, my goodness.

Jack: Dina! How you doing today?

Dina: Not so good. I can't find piper. I've -- I've searched for him everywhere.

Ashley: I-I don't know where he is, either, but I'm happy to help you look.

Dina: What have you done with my doggie?

Jack: Wait, wait, wait. Reddish-tan terrier, about yea big?

Dina: Yes, yes.

Jack: Brown leather collar?

Dina: Yes, that's him! That's my champion norfolk.

Jack: I just saw him outside chasing squirrels. He's happy as can be.

Dina: Oh, goody! He loves that. That's his favorite thing.

[ Chuckles ] Well, I've got some letters to write. If you'll excuse me.

Ashley: She responds well to you, jack. Even now.

Jack: Yeah. If she's better off with me around, maybe i ought to move back in here.

Ashley: When you left, you were adamant that you didn't belong here. You said it didn't feel like home anymore.

Jack: Yeah, part of me still feels that way. Of course, you are in the unique position to actually understand that. But I got to make dina a priority. I got to get beyond myself and focus on her.

Ashley: That's very admirable. But things have gotten just a little complicated around here.

Jack: If you're talking about billy and phyllis, I know. I can handle it.

Ashley: So you're gonna be passing rolls to your ex-wife, who is sharing a bedroom with your brother, and you don't have a problem with that?

Jack: Phyllis wants billy. That's it. Look, I've managed to handle things to this point. I can continue to do so. Even if all of us are calling the same place home.

Phyllis: Hey! Where are you off to in such a hurry?

Billy: I'm, uh, actually late for a meeting thanks to your daughter. But we were able to have a quick little chat.

Phyllis: Oh, really? About what?

Billy: Yes. I told her that I am done with her garbage. No more using me to stick it to you. I told her there are boundaries, and she's reached them. Frankly, she's passed them.

Phyllis: You said that?

Billy: In similar words, yes. But I did not pull any punches. The other way wasn't working. But I'm pretty clear she heard me this time.

Phyllis: Thank you. [ Sighs ] Sounds like you did what needed to be done.

Billy: Well, you can only send a kid on so many fake cruises, right?

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Phyllis: Uh, hang on. Is that me or you?

Billy: It's me.

Phyllis: [ Chuckles ] Okay. Could it be summer, testing her new boundaries?

Billy: I don't know, and I don't care. But I'm late for my meeting, okay? I'll catch up with you in a bit.

Nick: So then rey proceeded to explain that I was watching football -- you know, the real deal, not the fake american kind.

Rey: I just don't understand how you can call it football when --

Nick: When they're carrying the ball with their hands?

Rey: Yeah. Let's -- let's think about that, right?

Nick: [ Chuckles ]

Rey: You know what, that reminds me, I happened to get a couple to the chicago fire game. They're playing in bridgeview on the 16th.

Nick: Yeah? Who they playing?

Rey: Orlando city.

Nick: [ Sighs ] Oh, man. I've been meaning to go down there and check out a game. It's just things have been crazy right now.

Rey: Come on, man. You got to take a break from work sometime, right?

Nick: [ Sighs ] You know what, let me, uh -- let me take a look at my calendar. I'll shoot you a text. I might take you up on that offer.

Sharon: What offer is that?

Abby: Rey wants to treat nick to a soccer match in chicago. A little male bonding.

Sharon: Where's my ticket? I did cook dinner for you, in case you'd forgotten.

Abby: Dinner? At your place? How did that come about?

Sharon: Rey saved me from having to call a plumber, so I figured the least I could do was feed him. Mariah joined us. I made my world-famous meatloaf.

Rey: Aptly named. Thank you again.

Nick: That was so nice of you. I mean, the guy's new in town.

Abby: Rey's hardly a stranger to genoa city. He's arturo's brother.

Nick: Wait, seriously?

Rey: [ Chuckles ]

Nick: You realize he works for me, right?

Rey: Yeah, not when we met. It's a small world, right?

Nick: [ Chuckles ] Man, I'll say.

[ Cellphone chimes ] 'Scuse me. Oh, yes. My meeting has been postponed. So that means we can go check out those homes right now.

Sharon: Uh... let's do it.

Nick: All right. Let's do it. I will let you know about those tickets.

Rey: Great. Good luck with your search.

Nick: Thank you.

Abby: Wait. I'm not finished with you.

Ashley: When are you thinking about moving back?

Jack: Oh, as soon as possible, I guess. Hotel life isn't all it's cracked up to be. Maybe tomorrow.

Dina: Listen, would you like to see my wonderful family?

Jack: Yeah.

Ashley: Yes, I would love to.

Dina: Oh, goody. Well, thi-- this is john, my husband, on our wedding day. Gosh, he was a handsome devil, wasn't he? And, uh, he's very successful. He owns his own company. And... and these are my handsome, handsome children. Yes, ashley, jack, and -- a-and the youngest one. And they're all so brilliant and accomplished, and I'm so very proud of them.

Jack: I can see why.

Dina: Can you imagine, john and I have been married for over 50 years.

Ashley: Wow. That's quite an accomplishment.

Dina: Yes. And -- and this may sound silly, but we're still crazy in love. Wonder how many women are lucky enough to see that, have that?

Ashley: Not too many.

Dina: No. I have a perfect life. Just perfect. Perfect family, and -- and, uh...perfect, uh...

[ Photo album thuds ] Oh...

Jack: [ Sighs ]

[ Slams album ] She doesn't remember anything. Not walking out on us. Not destroying this family. Breaking dad's heart. Your father. My father.

Ashley: You really want her to re-live that pain, jack? I mean, it's better if she's just imagining that she's --

Jack: A life that none of us lived. A fantasy.

Ashley: If it makes her happy... maybe it's a blessing.

Jack: Yeah, maybe for her.

Sinead: Can't take no for an answer.

Billy: Well, I told you --

Sinead: I told you, it's too late to get in.

Billy: I have faith in you, sinead. You have a way with people. If anybody's gonna get them to make an exception for a last-minute entry, well...

Sinead: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, you can try to work me all day long. But this isn't some little back-room game. It's a major tournament.

Billy: And you know the higher-ups. You know how to get it done. And I'm gonna trust in your connections and your expertise.

Sinead: Mm. I thought you were out.

Billy: Well, I want in.

Sinead: Why?

Billy: [ Sighs ] Look, I'm asking you for a teensy favor.

Sinead: I mean, there must be a reason why you said no in the first place. Maybe it's not in your best interest.

Billy: Right. Like you've ever been "friends don't let friends get back to the table."

Sinead: [ Laughs ] I'm not your mother.

Billy: And we're not friends. Not by a long shot.

Sinead: True.

Billy: So as one of your bitterest rivals, what would happen if word got out that you tried to block me from getting in?

Sinead: I'm not doing that.

Billy: Well, if you had the opportunity to pull some strings and you chose not to, isn't that the same thing as keeping me out? Some fresh red meat for all the pros to gnaw on, you would be depriving them of that opportunity because why? You're afraid of the competition?

Sinead: [ Scoffs ] Me, scared of you? That's funny.

Billy: I'm just thinking the way they would be thinking. What would it look like if they knew? It would look like weakness. You would be sitting opposite them, fully exposed, a big, gaping hole where your pride used to be.

Sinead: [ Exhales sharply ] You sure talk a good game. Too bad I can't help.

Billy: Then let this do the talking. Call it goodwill money. For talking to the powers that be and getting me into the tournament at this late date.

Sinead: I guess you don't hear so good.

Billy: [ Sighs ] Look we both know you're gonna do it, or you wouldn't be sitting here. Hmm. No promises. And I keep this.

"The young and the restless" will continue.

Abby: I find it fascinating how eager you were to get to know me at first. Now, not so much. Why is that, rey? Were you trying to take advantage of the fact that I knew nothing about you?

Rey: Are you finished?

Abby: Seems like a pattern with you, this -- this whole helpful, friendly, all-around nice guy.

Rey: I think you got the wrong impression about me.

Abby: I don'T. You said you wanted me to help you get things right with arturo. That whole, "you tell me something about you, I'll tell you something about me." The only thing is, is that you didn't tell me a damn thing about yourself. Nothing about why arturo wants to leave the room the second you walk into it. And now, instead of coming home to me, he's taken on extra work outside of town. Why is that? Maybe because he's hoping that by the time he gets back, you'll be gone.

Rey: [ Chuckles ] First of all, I don't have a pattern. I don't -- I don't know where you would get an idea like that.

Abby: Because I have eyes, and I've seen the way that you've dealt with people in this town.

Rey: Like who?

Abby: Like your brother, for one. A guy that I care about. He wants zero to do with you.

Rey: [ Sighs ]

Abby: And I'm not really buying it's because of this whole sibling-rivalry thing, so why don't you tell me what's really going on?

Billy: Hey. Perfect timing.

Phyllis: Hey. How was the meeting?

Billy: It was fantastic. Yeah. I feel good about it.

Phyllis: [ Laughs ] Excellent! I am not surprised. I know how persuasive you can be.

Billy: Ooh. On occasion.

Phyllis: Um, once I deliver these files, I am knocking off, so any interest at, uh, the little happy-hour club on the roof? What do you say? After the day I've had, I really need a little end-of-the-day sunshine.

Billy: That sounds perfect. Let me leave a little note for gloria.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Phyllis: Everything okay?

Billy: Yeah. Uh... just a little construction problem with one of the jaboutique stores in arizona. Looks like I'm gonna have to go there and rattle some cages. 'Cause we are going to open up on schedule if I have to sleep in the parking lot.

Phyllis: All right. There's no reason you have to do that alone, or sleep in anything big and cozy without me.

Billy: [ Chuckles ] Oooh. You want to come with me?

Phyllis: Yeah. Yeah, why not? You'll work. I'll spa, maybe do a little shopping. We'll make a little weekend of it. What do you say?

Billy: I love that idea. But I'm gonna be working the whole time, putting out fires and running around all crazy, which means I'm not gonna have time to do anything else, which puts you in the hotel room ordering room service and watching tv, which is very, very boring. Not a pretty place for you. So let me go take care of this, okay, and then I will come back, and I will do something special for you. And because gloria is mia, I got to go deal with travel plans.

Kyle: You don't look happy.

Sinead: I don't do happy. Or perky. The things you probably go for.

Kyle: Not even close.

Sinead: Billy went for it.

Kyle: How much convincing did it take?

Sinead: Are you serious? I played him beautifully. He convinced me. Showed up with an envelope full of benjamins to persuade me to vouch for him with the organizers.

Kyle: You made him work for it. Nice going.

Sinead: I told him the entry deadline had passed. Lucky for me, he didn't even check.

Kyle: Hm.

Sinead: Although it could have been true. There's going to be a lot of top-drawer talent there.

Kyle: Something tells me you were the real draw. You bring out the competitor in him. Long as you understand, this tournament, it's only the first step. You need to keep billy coming back, shelling out the big bucks until I say otherwise.

Sinead: And then you'll pay off my marker with lerman. The whole thing. That's our deal, right?

Kyle: Provided none of this leaks out. No one can know about our arrangement. Ever.

Nick: I mean, the 12-foot windows overlooking the lake, the covered deck on that giant screen porch. And the fire pit! I mean, just think about the summer barbecues that take place down there. And, you know, it's zoned for horses. Faith could move her pony over there. We could get christian a few horses as he gets older. What'd you think of the place?

Sharon: I thought it was impressive. How many bedrooms did it have? Eight?

Nick: Nine if you count the pool house.

Sharon: Oh, well, it's only six more than we need.

Nick: Well, then we will just have six more kids.

Sharon: Cute.

Nick: Did you think I was kidding?

Sharon: [ Laughs ] You better be. No, I think I just found the place a little intimidating.

Nick: I think the word you were looking for is "gracious."

Sharon: Mm... "cold" and "impersonal" were the words that went through my mind. The place echoed, nick.

Nick: It's just 'cause it's empty. Fill it with furniture and rugs and all the kids running around and a bunch of dogs.

Sharon: Dogs? Plural?

Nick: Yeah. Eight of them. One for each kid. You love dogs. You know, not too long ago, you were willing to move to san diego with me. I mean, leave everything behind, the last 25 years of your life. I'm just talking about moving across town to a new home. I mean, what are you struggling with? What has changed?

Sharon: You.

Sinead: I get that it's none of my business, but you sure seem to be going to a lot of trouble to get billy seriously on the hook. Care to share why?

Kyle: No. Just know it's all for a good cause. Got to go. I'll be in touch. Hey.

Summer: Ah. Well, aren't you johnny-on-the-spot.

Kyle: Excuse me?

Summer: I'm sure that you've been dying for me to get back so that you can claim your prize now that you've won.

Kyle: So you're conceding?

Summer: I bet that I could get billy into bed before the month was out. And I failed. I pay my debts, and I'm ready to pay this one, so... where we gonna go to hook up?

Billy: Let me leave the return open-ended. Great. Thanks, pammy.

[ Knock on door ] Appreciate it.

Phyllis: How's it going in here? You get everything booked for your trip?

Billy: The jabot jet is in new york, so I'm flying commercial. But I got hotel and car all booked, so... I'm good to go.

Phyllis: That sounds like you probably worked up a thirst. What about those drinks we were talking about earlier? Spend a little time together before arizona?

Billy: I should get home, throw some clothes in my bag. My flight's just after midnight, so...

Phyllis: Eh, you don't have to explain. I get it.

Billy: Thank you for understanding.

Phyllis: Pack your bathing suit. Take a dip first thing. Keeps you sharp. Can I drive you, please, to the airport?

Billy: I can't do this.

Phyllis: Can't do what?

Billy: I'm not going to phoenix. I lied to you.

Sharon: San diego was different. It was before dark horse. Before all the things you did to get even with victor. All of which you kept from me.

Nick: To protect you.

Sharon: You know, you talk about this new company you're starting as being something different. Family-oriented. Not like the empire that victor built. But the way that it got started, I can't help but think that dark horse is going to become exactly that. And then this quest for a new house... I mean, you say that you want it to represent a fresh beginning. But I think that you need to ask yourself, is this about you or about victor? You know, I want to support you, nick. I-I really do. What I don't want to do is pull up stakes and disrupt all of our lives just to make another statement to your father -- one that he is just going to dismiss anyway. You know what, we'll have given up our cozy home on this beautiful ranch for what? What was that for?

Nick: [ Sighs ] Just... thanking you for your honesty. It's what I wanted to hear. It's what I need to hear.

Sharon: But will you listen?

Nick: I'm listening now. And I meant what I said about where I want us to go from here. I know I did some shady things getting dark horse off the ground. And, yeah, I enjoyed showing up my dad. But that's over.

Sharon: Your new friend rey, I didn't invite him over here for dinner just as a friendly gesture. I...was trying to find out how much he knew.

Nick: About what?

Sharon: He says that he's some kind of debt collector investigating J.T. The unpaid expenditures on his credit card, several of which were made when you were pretending to be him. So, no, nick, it's not over.

Rey: You may be involved with arturo, buy my private family issues are -- are not your business.

Abby: When the man I'm seeing extends his trip to avoid someone, and doesn't come home on time, then it damn well is my business.

Rey: I'm not gonna say anything more on this subject. You're gonna think I'm putting my slant on things, trying to influence you. Frankly, I think these are questions you should be asking your boyfriend. And I think it's quite telling that he hasn't offered you anything.

Abby: Not that you would try to influence me.

Rey: You're making a lot of assumptions without any information.

Abby: Mm. Such as?

Rey: Well, for starters, why arturo hasn't come back from his trip. Could it be because he still has work to wrap up? You're thinking with your heart instead of your head. Which means you could get hurt. And I would hate to see that happen.

Kyle: You're giving up on billy?

Summer: The man's a saint. Who knew? Maybe he learned from his mistakes, or else my mom has a very short leash on him. But either way, he is being a very good boy these days. Which means that you win. So. Let's get this out of the way, shall we?

Kyle: My car versus a quickie?

[ Sighs ] Doesn't work with me. If we're gonna do this, let's do it right.

Summer: So, what are you saying?

Kyle: I don't want to rush it. I deserve to savor my victory.

Summer: Fine. We will make a night of it. To the victor goes the spoils. And I promise that you are going to enjoy every moment.

Phyllis: Vegas. Wow. How come?

Billy: I'm playing in a big-time invitational poker tournament. At the golden diamond. A lot of ranking professionals, some talented amateurs, including yours truly. This is my chance to prove that I can compete with the best of the best.

Phyllis: Why are you telling me this now? I mean, you could have lied to me again. Maybe even gotten away with it.

Billy: Because I don't want to do that to you anymore. I'm done with that. It's eating me alive.

Phyllis: Lies have a way of doing that.

Billy: [ Sighs ] I play cards. I bet on horses. And it doesn't matter if I win or lose, I have to keep it secret from everybody 'cause they're gonna judge me, and tell me that I don't have any willpower. Which means I have to live with that guilt and shame, and for what reason? Because somebody else said that I'm an addict? No more. To hell with that, okay? I want it all out in the open. 100%. Phyllis, it is a rush to me that I even got into this game in the first place. Sitting at the table with this caliber of players, knowing what is at stake, that is intense. That is living life on the edge. Experiencing the big win, that is when I feel most alive. And we're not talking about roulette or slots. This is poker. Okay? This is skill. And it's not just mathematics and strategy. This is intuition. This is knowing when someone is bluffing. Knowing when to ride a ridiculously bad hand and go all-in, or fold them to conserve my energy, to wait for the other guy to fold. There's only a few players in the world that can play at that level. Now, I'm good. But I need to know if I'm that good. I need to know if I am one of those people. It's in me, okay? That's it. It's who I am. It's in my dna. We went to new orleans, and we had that crazy weekend. We had fun. It was exciting. And nothing awful happened. I can go to this tournament, and I might just be the king of the world for a few days. And I can come back here, and I can continue my life. I am not gonna get sucked in to some abyss. I'm not gonna go down some downward spiral and never come out. I love you. And I know you love me. And I know you'll trust me if i tell you that I need to do this. And I am taking a risk telling you this. But I told you that I am gonna be honest with you about everything. And that's what I'm doing. So can you go on this ride with me? Will you?

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