In the executive office at Chancellor-Winters, Nate discussed one of his business deals. Devon approved Nate's decision and praised his work. Abby arrived and greeted Devon with a kiss before acknowledging that Devon and Nate worked well together. Nate agreed. Before Nate stepped out, Devon requested that he return before the board meeting convened.

At Society, Billy asked Lily if he could join her. Lily replied that Billy could join her if he promised not to mention her firing of Daniel and Heather. Billy agreed, sat down, and asked about Mattie. Lily said that Mattie, a resilient and strong young woman, was feeling better and had resumed her studies. Lily reported that her son, Charlie, had landed a position at a film production company in Los Angeles. Billy mentioned that Katie and Johnny were doing well. Lily told Billy she was sorry to hear about Chelsea's struggles with Connor. Billy replied that Chelsea was doing all she could to stay on track.

Billy acknowledged how easily he and Lily could interact as friends while discussing all of their ups and downs over the years. Lily nodded and replied, "Personally, I agree, but professionally, I don't trust you for a second." Billy noted that Lily had broken the rule by mentioning work. Lily recalled that she had specifically meant no discussion about Daniel and Heather, though she explained that the company would deal with their lawsuit and accept the outcome. Billy nodded.

Lily told Billy that if they were to become equal partners, they would never agree on anything, adding that she would never betray her family by empowering Billy or allowing him to add "Abbott" to the company logo. Lily reminded Billy that Jill was mostly absent, thus deferring her decisions to him. Lily said she feared that in time, Billy might push her out in his relentless drive for power. Billy replied, "Do you honestly believe I would betray you like that? I've been open and honest about what I want."

Lily told Billy she planned to petition the board to limit his power and remove him as an officer. Billy remarked that cutting him off at the knees was a bold move for Lily to make. Billy insisted he would never attempt to replace Lily. Lily explained that defining Billy's role would strengthen her position. Billy replied, "We're good together. You know it. That's why Jill brought us together in the first place."

Billy again assured Lily that he would never betray her. Billy reminded Lily that Mamie was out for herself and that Devon carried out his plans on his own terms without allowing anyone, including Lily, to participate. Lily replied confidently that she could handle her role. Billy replied, "I'm the smart bet. I'm the one you should trust. I don't know why the hell you don't see that."

Lily and Billy later arrived at Chancellor-Winters and greeted Abby. Devon announced that Jill would join the meeting via video-chat. Devon added that he had asked Nate to join the meeting. Nate arrived and explained that handling Daniel's lawsuit was not within his area of expertise. Jill, having joined the meeting remotely, noted that the lawsuit was a board issue. Jill asked why Nate had been invited to the meeting. Devon explained that he wanted Nate to be reappointed to the board.

Billy appeared stunned, as did Lily. Lily told Devon she wished he had spoken to her first, and she asked if Abby had known about Devon's plan. Abby replied, "Devon and I talked about it earlier." Nate said he had not known, though he was humbled that Devon had faith in him, and Nate would do his best if elected. Billy pointed at Devon and Abby and said, "So, you two were the only ones who knew about this. That's interesting."

Jill asked Devon how long his bombshell announcement had been percolating in his little brain. Devon explained that Neil had requested in his will that Nate have a seat on the board of Hamilton-Winters. Devon added that Nate had earned a seat. Billy deemed it a shady way for Devon to spring the news. Abby suggested that Nate answer questions before voting.

Billy, addressing Devon, asked, "This little dance to put Nate back on the board -- is it payback because Jill agreed to put Abby on the board as long as I got a seat, too?" Devon repeated that it was what Neil had wanted, plus Nate had earned a seat. Billy replied, "Right, so Nate's earned it, but mine's a freebie." Devon said, "Those are your words."

Devon made a motion for Nate to have a seat on the board. Abby seconded. Billy asked Devon why they should vote if everyone already knew the outcome. Jill called for a vote. Billy praised Nate's work but acknowledged that the memories of what he had done in the past were still troubling. Jill added, "Yeah, from when you brazenly sold us out. I vote no." Billy said, "I agree." Devon noted that there were two voting "yes" and two voting "no." Lily said, "Well, I guess it's up to me then."

At the tack house, Victoria and Nikki argued about Nikki's plan to use herself as bait to lure Jordan out of hiding. Victoria warned that Harrison and Claire were at Jordan's mercy. Victoria pleaded with her mother to let Victor and the authorities handle Jordan. Nikki blamed herself for allowing Jordan to live by summoning help after Jordan had swallowed poison. Victoria recalled that she and Claire, along with Nikki, had all decided together not to become like Jordan by allowing Jordan to die. Victoria bristled when Nikki suggested that Claire might have been involved in Jordan's kidnapping of Harrison.

Nikki asked Victoria if she believed it had been a coincidence that Claire at been at the Abbotts' home when Harrison had been taken. Victoria cried that her daughter had also been kidnapped and was in danger. Nikki requested Claire's phone number, so she could send Jordan a text message. Miffed, Victoria said that Jordan might not respond. Nikki replied, "Oh, she'll respond." Nikki noted that Jordan sought vengeance, not Victor's offer of money and safe passage. Nikki cried that her plan might be the only way to save Harrison and Claire. Victoria agreed to give Claire's phone number to Nikki -- with conditions.

Victoria stepped in the kitchen to take a phone call. Nikki retrieved a flask from her purse, drank from it, and then put a mint in her mouth before slipping the flask back in her purse. After Victoria hung up, she rejoined her mother and insisted that she, Cole, and Nick help with Nikki's plan. Nikki refused. Victoria insisted that she would not comply unless Nikki agreed to allow her and Cole to help. Nikki relented, though she refused help from Nick, fearing he would inform Victor.

Cole arrived and said there had been no new developments. Victoria told Cole about Nikki's plans to lure Jordan and Nikki's reluctance to involve Nick. Cole declared that the plan was too risky, with or without Nick's help. Victoria explained that there was a "terrible logic behind Nikki's plan." Cole, noting that Nikki's plan was impulsive and short-sighted, begged her to include the police, Victor, Jack, and others with expertise. Nikki, angered, cried that Victor would deem her too fragile to face Jordan again. Cole reminded Nikki that she had been through a lot already.

Victoria explained to Cole that Nikki believed the situation was all her fault. Cole told Nikki she was not responsible for Jordan's actions. Nikki turned to face Victoria and promised that she would inform Victor after making contact with Jordan, at which time he could alert the police. Cole replied that by then, it might be too late. Nikki whipped around, pointed her finger at Cole, and yelled, "You know what? This is what we're doing! Get it?"

Nikki turned back to face Victoria and angrily demanded Claire's phone number. Shocked at her mother's disturbing behavior, Victoria asked Nikki if she had been drinking again. Yelling, Nikki replied, "No! I haven't been drinking!" Victoria cried that she had asked out of love and concern. Nikki lowered her voice, apologized, and said it was a sensitive subject. Nikki embraced Victoria and promised that she had not been drinking.

At the Newman ranch house, Victor offered comfort to a distraught Summer. Summer cried that she was scared. Victor promised to bring Harrison home safe and sound. Kyle thanked Chance for stopping by. Jack asked Chance if he had been able to get any information from his friends on the force. Chance replied that police were investigating tips and had located the driver of the delivery truck.

Chance, recalling the statement from the driver, reported, "He said that he stopped by a convenience store early last night to get a coffee, and when he came back outside, the cab was gone." Chance explained that security video recorded images of a person dressed in black and wearing a baseball cap driving away in the truck.

Victor declared that the driver was Jordan. Jack noted that it could not have been Claire because she had been at the party. Chance said the driver routinely stopped at the store, and he assured Jack, Victor, and Kyle that detectives had questioned everyone involved. Victor stepped out to take a phone call.

Summer noted that Claire could have tipped off Jordan about the driver, again blaming Kyle for having put Harrison in danger. Summer yelled that Claire had conned Kyle. Kyle recalled that Jordan had not mentioned Claire in the demands she had made. Kyle declared that Claire was Jordan's victim. Summer continued yelling and blaming Kyle.

Jack intervened and asked Summer and Kyle to calm down and focus on finding Harrison. Jack assured everyone that the guilty parties would be found and punished soon. Victor agreed with Kyle that Claire was also a hostage, explaining that Claire's hatred for her aunt was real. Victor demanded to question the driver. Chance warned that any evidence Victor collected could not be used in a court case. Victor replied, "When I ask you for advice, you will know. Right now, I'll do everything in my power to find my granddaughter and my great-grandson. And you stay the hell out of it."

Chance warned Victor that he might be jeopardizing Harrison and Claire's safety by not working alongside the police. Summer agreed. Victor told Chance that Chance could either get on board or leave. Jack said, "I'm with Victor on this one." Kyle agreed with Jack. Victor phoned his security guard and ordered him to find the truck driver and bring him to the ranch. Chance left, and Summer followed him.

Outside, Summer apologized to Chance for Victor's behavior. Chance recalled that Victor's actions often blew up in his face. Summer noted that Victor had uncovered evidence the police had not. Chance explained that he had left law enforcement because of people like Victor who did whatever they wanted. Summer replied that Victor succeeded at finding solutions by not letting anyone get in his way. Chance replied, "Sounds like you agree with him." Summer reminded Chance that the police had failed to maintain custody of Jordan, adding that her son was in grave danger. Summer cried that she only wanted to save Harrison. Chance promised to check in with the lead detective, and he assured Summer that everything would be okay.

The truck driver nervously entered the Newmans' living room. Kyle invited the man to take a seat. The driver said he had already related his story to the police. Jack, promising to generously compensate the man, asked the driver to recall how his truck had been stolen. Jack asked the driver if he was aware that his truck had been used to abduct a seven-year-old boy. The driver sighed and said, "All they asked me was how my truck ended up empty and abandoned on Aster Road. And I told them. It was stolen while I was getting snacks for my shift. Security footage backed up my claim, and they let me go." Kyle replied, "And that's all you know?" The driver claimed he had not lied.

Jack pointed to Victor and warned the driver that if he was lying, Victor would turn his life into a living hell. Victor said, "You better answer." The driver, Dave, agreed to cooperate after Victor offered him $100,000 for inside information. Kyle told Dave they knew a woman had paid him to ditch his truck. Jack added that the woman Dave had done business with was a murderer capable of almost anything. Victor said, "So, Dave, this is your chance to fix your mistake. To save a child's life. So, why don't you tell us everything you know?" Dave shifted uncomfortably in his chair as Kyle, Jack, and Victor glared at him.

• Danny asks Traci what she is trying not to talk about.

• Ashley flirts with a bartender.

• Victor says he's going to pull down the curtain on Jordan once and for all.

• Nikki tries to lure Jordan out of hiding.