At the Athletic Club, Audra demanded an explanation from Kyle about how seriously he had compromised her. Nate also showed curiosity. Kyle reminded Audra that their discussions were confidential and hinted at a mysterious investor. Audra accused Kyle of attempting to trick her into revealing Victor's involvement, to which Kyle responded by mentioning their conversation had focused on his custody battle with Summer. Audra stressed that Victor expected cooperation between her and Kyle, and Kyle accused her of setting private meetings with Victor behind his back. They agreed that ending the mistrust was necessary to meet Victor's expectations.
Summer entered, apologized for interrupting, and requested to speak with Kyle alone. Instead, Audra confronted Summer about involving her in a custody dispute. Kyle tried to understand Summer's anger towards Audra and questioned if Audra had provoked Summer. Audra denied being responsible for Summer's custody issues unless Summer wanted to make her responsible. Summer suggested a private talk with Kyle, aiming for a more respectful conversation next time.
Audra rejoined Nate and commented on the unlikely success of their relationship. Nate noticed her dissatisfaction with her partnership with Kyle and advised her that Kyle's distrust could impact their collaboration. Audra revealed that the mysterious investor insisted on their cooperation, and Nate guessed it was Victor Newman. Audra confirmed Nate's suspicion and expressed her concerns about Victor's underlying motives, realizing they might harm Jack rather than focusing solely on business success.
In the Jazz Lounge, Summer and Kyle acknowledged their recent conflicts and the need to find common ground. Kyle admitted Summer's ultimatums about Audra were unrealistic, and Summer expressed her distrust of Audra. Kyle explained his complex feelings and his belief in Audra's potential as a business partner, despite their personal issues. Summer, however, remained uncomfortable with Audra's influence.
At Newman Enterprises, Michael sought to discuss an ex-employee with Victor, who was more interested in dirt on Billy. Michael relayed that Billy's behavior had been clean recently but revealed that Jill had ceded control of Chancellor due to medical issues. Victor lamented Jill's condition but saw Billy's control of Chancellor as an opportunity to his advantage.
Meanwhile, Chelsea and Billy faced their own issues. Billy sensed Chelsea's distress about a confrontation with Adam and pressed her for details about Baltimore. Chelsea, focused on Connor's wellbeing, avoided discussing the issue with Billy, leading him to give her space but warning that they would need to address it eventually. Sally, suspicious of Adam's behavior, confronted him about his secrecy. Adam insisted on his commitment to her and downplayed the situation with Chelsea, but Sally remained skeptical.
Adam and Chelsea further discussed the complications of their situation. Adam expressed frustration with lying to Sally and Billy's interference. Chelsea acknowledged Billy’s rights to be concerned but struggled with the ongoing secrecy. They both recognized that revealing the truth might be the only solution, despite the potential fallout.
