Devon's good news hits a sour note for Dru

Stepping off of the elevator, Jack Abbott was in no mood for conversation or stares. After being humiliated by the likes of Randall Bates, with the help of Victor Newman, he wanted to make a new start on his life; and the first order of business is t o let it be known to every Jabot employee is that Jack Abbott is BACK!

Grabbing her purse and keys, Lily is all set for her shopping excursion with Colleen. Colleen smiles at her best friend, asking her if she’s ready to check out some of the hottest trends for the summer. Lily is all for it. With summer quickly approaching, and with things the way they were between her and Daniel, she definitely wanted to make some changes in her life.

In her office, looking over some possible photo shoot options, Phyllis can’t help but think about Nick. She talked to him two days ago, but even then, she felt so lost without him. Sighing a little, she glances over at the picture of the two of them. A light knock at the door stops her from daydreaming any further. Without looking up she tells the person to come in. When she glances up, all she can see is a huge bouquet of flowers staring back at her.

Brad, so sure of himself, proceeds to make his way into the office of Jill Abbott. Jill, not in much of a mood to see him, tells Brad that he has twenty minutes of her time. Not phased Brad tells her that he has a sure-fire way to bring Jabot back to where it once was. Somewhat interested, Jill is more than willing to hear what he has to say.

OPENING SEQUENCE

Devon and Amber are at Crimson Lights, talking about their meeting with Owen Smith. She can’t believe that he wants her to come out to Los Angeles to record a demo. Amber squeezes Devon’s hand and thanks him for all he’s done. He tells her that the work is all hers. Amber’s eyes get wide when she comes up with an idea to make his dreams of being a producer come true; go with her to Los Angeles. Devon hesitates at the idea, however, the more she talks, the more he begins to want to take the trip.

Drucilla is surprised, but pleased to see Sharon paying a visit to her. Hugging her friend, she tells Sharon how sorry she is about what went down between her and Jack. Sharon tries her best not to let it get the best of her, but soon voices her anger about how Jack led her on. As the two are talking, Sharon tells Dru that not only has she lost a relationship, but also lost her job as NVP spokes model. Dru is at a loss of words in what to say.

In Phyllis’ office, she asks who’s behind the flowers. As the flowers lower, she is flabbergasted at the sight of Nick standing before her. Running to her husband, she gives him a long hug and a lingering kiss. Placing the flowers on her desk, Nick tells her that he’s missed her and Summer so much. Nick kisses her again and tells her that he saw the debate between Jack and Randall. Phyllis, not in the mood to talk about Jack, tells Nick that they can catch up on all things Genoa City another time.

After pitching his idea on what to do for Jabot, Brad asks Jill if there is any chance that she can get him a position at the company. Standing up from her desk, she tells Brad that she doesn’t have any guaranties but she will definitely try to find something for him at Jabot. Walking out of the door, Brad smiles smugly as he watches Jack step on to the elevator.

COMMECIAL

Daniel steps into Crimson Lights and immediately spots Devon and Amber. Approaching them, he asks what’s up with the two of them. Devon tells Daniel that Amber has some good news to share, and excuses himself to get another cup of coffee. When Daniel sits down, he asks her what the news is. Amber excitedly tells him that she is returning back to Los Angeles to make it in the music industry.

At one of the hot spots in the mall, Lily is trying on some clothes. Colleen immediately takes notice of the change in style that Lily has suddenly developed, and makes a comment on it. She is stunned that Lily is changing up her appearance. Lily tells Colleen that she wants to make a little change in her life, and if it means wearing things she’d normally pass up on, so be it.

Jack makes his way to Jill’s office. Without waiting to be told to come in, he makes his entrance and sits across from his former flame. Jill comments that Jack is a brave man to come out of seclusion after the hell he’s been put through. Cutting her off, he tells her that he wants all documentation of what’s been taking place at the company in the past few months. A curious Jill asks why, to which Jack informs her that it’s his company and he wants to know what’s going on. When Jill comments on Brad wanting a position in Jabot, Jack vehnomly tells her that Brad Carlton will never have a job at Jabot.

COMMERCIAL

Dru tells Sharon how sorry she is to hear that she is no longer the NVP spokes model, but tells her also that she needs to talk to her about that. Sharon assumes that Dru knows who her replacement is going to be, and immediately asks if they hired someone already. Looking her friend in the eyes, she tells her that Nikki and Phyllis have in fact hired a new person; her. Sharon, obviously disappointed, tries her best to hide her hurt. She quickly congratulates Dru, but leaves in haste, making up an excuse about Noah.

Nick tells Phyllis that now that he is home, he wants to set things straight between the family. Phyllis asks how he’s going to accomplish that. He admits that it might be tricky, but he wants to start by inviting the family over to the house for a family get-together. Laughing ruefully, Phyllis tells Nick that they better hide the knives and other sharp objects. Hugging his wife, he tells her that it’s important that they get the family to put away their animosity for one another. As they hug, Phyllis has a very bad feeling that Nick’s plan for family harmony will blow up in his face.

Making a stop to his parents’ house, Devon is excited to share his recent news with Dru and Neil, who has returned home from work. When he finds them on the couch, he spills the beans about taking a trip to Los Angeles. Neil immediately thinks it has something to do with the recent seminar that he went to. Devon says that it is only partially correct; his trip to Los Angeles is to help Amber with her music career. Dru immediately bashes the idea, telling Devon that she’s not about to let him waste his time and money on some two trick pony. Neil, however, wants to know if this is really what Devon wants.