Young and Restless Recaps: The week of June 23, 1997 on Y&R

Danny didn't believe Christine and Paul's allegations. Phyllis talked Danny into moving away. Diane finally admitted to Jack that Victor was her secret client. Nina discovered Ryan with Tricia and followed them back to his place.

Monday, June 23, 1997

by Laura

Jill goes to pick up Billy at the Abbotts'. Billy isn't ready and Jill isupset. John tells Jill that he wants to send Billy to summer camp. Ofcouse, Jill thinks that it's to get back at her (doesn't *everything* have*something* to do with Jill?). Anyway, Jack arrives and the banter begins.(Jill/Jack/John, these three crack me up.) It ends with Billy telling Mommyhow excited he is to be going to camp and Jill relenting, but making surethat John knows she doesn't like it or agree with it.

Nick and Sharon talking. Later, Nick goes to see Cole and tries to tell himabout his romp with Grace but just can't. He later calls the coffee slop tosee if Grace is working. Jay tells him for a couple more hours. Great, I'llbe right over. Of course Jay tells Grace who is already being grilled byTony about her weird behavior. You are in another world Grace. What's up?He sees how anxious she becomes with Jay tells of Nick's arrival and wondersif Nick knows about Cassie. Grace says no way. Just please leave Tony.Tony says okay, but this conversation will continue later. Grace has toldJay she wants to leave. I don't feel well. Grace flashes back to her rompwith Nick and recalls Nick calling her Sharon. You didn't even know it wasme, what was I thinking?? Nick arrives. (Oh yes, Grace is wearing a haltertop?, to work?!)

Danny tells Phyllis that she needs to open up about what is bothering her orthere will be serious problems with their marriage. He also tells her of hisencounter with Chris at the airport. He leaves telling Phyllis to be ready totalk when he gets home.......Later, at Eddies Diner, we see Michael drawinghis bird sketch. Phyllis arrives and sits next to him. She lights up acigarette (since when did she start smoking? Is this going to be tied backlater to the dropped cigarette that started the fire that killed Sasha?).Michael kind of gives Phyllis a pep talk. Phyllis asks, what do you do fora living, give motivational speeches or something? No, I'm in the legalprofession. He gives Phyllis a card from his work, no name, just ask for theguy who draws the birds.

Chris arrives to see Glenn Howserman at the World Inquisitor. Of course shefinally gets him to give her his notes on his conversations with Sasha.Chris arrives back in Genoa City and walks into Paul's office "We've got her!,"Paul says "Yeesssssssss!"

Tuesday, June 24, 1997

by Laura

Victor asks Hope to stay. Hope asks Victor if they can keep his identity asJr.'s father a secret. I don't want him in your world. She goes off on theyour world/my world stuff. Victor can't believe she would ask such a thing.You don't know me at all! Hope tells him maybe he doesn't knowhimself......Victor then goes to whine to Nikki about Hope not wanting totell Jr. that Victor is his father. Nikki advises that he needs ask himselfthis one important question. What is best for Victor Jr.

Nick and Grace chit chat at the coffee slop. Sharon calls and asks Grace toa BBQ at the ranch. Nick leaves. He goes to see Cole and spills about howhe thinks he had sex with Grace. Cole asks "how could you be that drunk?"Nick says he doesn't know...he doesn't know anything for sure. (You shouldcheck out his facial expressions in these scenes. Nick is warping out.)Cole tells Nick he needs answers and quick or it will eat him alive, andruin his marriage.

Chris and Paul talk about the explosive proof that they now have on Phyllis.Paul sees that the decision whether to drop the bomb or not is heavy onChris. She doesn't want to play God. Paul says either way you willbe......Meanwhile, Phyllis is trying to romance Danny with candles and wine.Joni sees that Phyllis is in a much better mood. Phyllis tells Joni abouther encounter at the diner with a man. Danny arrives home, Joni leaves.Daniel is at a friends. Danny isn't in a good mood. Phyllis, I don't wantcandles, wine or romance. I want the truth. You have to be able to trustme.....you are going to destroy our relationship if you don't clue me in. Heis ready to walk from the room and Phyllis says "maybe you are right Danny,maybe it is time for me to tell you."

Sharon realizes that it is Grace's birthday. Nikki suggests that Sharonthrow Grace a party. You can use the pool! (That is the reason Sharoncalled the slop about the BBQ, it's a surprise.) Of course Miguel will doeverything! Later, Cole, Victoria, Sharon, Victor (all in black of course),Nikki and then Nick say happy birthday to Grace. Sharon even gives Grace ababysitting coupon. Nick and I would be happy to give you a break fromCassie sometime, right Nick? Later, Sharon tries to get Nick to take Gracehome. Isn't your car acting up Grace? Nick says maybe not a good idea, I'vehad a couple beers. Grace leaves and Nick assures Sharon he will be alright."Just know how much I love you Sharon," he smiles.

Wednesday, June 25, 1997

by Laura Wagner

Diane goes to see Jack. He tells her that he saw her with Victor. Sheconfesses that Victor is the 'secret' client. Jack can't believe it. Aftersome more arguing he yells at her to GET OUT! She does and goes back to heroffice where she is called for dinner with Victor. She says, tell me where,when, and how to dress. He says he'll send the limo. At the restaurant(maybe it's Eve's, where Ryan took Tricia) a photographer from the Chroniclewants to take their picture. Victor and Diane say okay.

Nina is recalling happier times with Ryan, then sad times with Ryan. Jillarrives and Nina tells her about seeing Ryan with the 'other' woman (girlIMO). Jill is stunned. She comforts Nina. Later, Jill storms into Ryan'soffice wanting to know what is going on with Tricia. Ryan says nothing,we're just friends. Jill wonders just how naive is Ryan to think Tricia cango from being head over heels in love with him to just pals? How blind areyou Ryan? Ryan says go ahead and confront Tricia, she'll be walking out thatdoor as fast.......Jill leaves, Tricia shows up.

Chris and Paul talk some more about whether to tell Danny or not. Paul's gota lot of work to do. Chris leaves to get take-out then go back to heroffice........Phyllis is going to tell Danny what she has been keeping fromhim. Well, it's like this, I went to see my doctor today and he hasconfirmed what I already knew, I'm carrying your child Danny, I'm pregnant!Danny says he loves her so much. Okay then, let's go on another vacationDanny. He gives in and goes to see Gina to get travel agent info. He tellsGina about the baby, then wonders if maybe he should check with Phyllis'sdoctor about traveling. He calls the doctor (Landers) who is in surgery andwill call back. Danny gives the home number. Chris arrives for hertake-out. She grills Danny and he tells about the trip, yes it was Phyllis'sidea........Chris goes back to Paul who tells her that they have becomeobsessed with this Danny/Phyllis thing. Chris says that they have to decidetonight because Danny and Phyllis are leaving. Paul finally says let's go, let'sgo tell Danny right now......Meanwhile, Glen Howserman at the WorldInquisitor in NY speculates on what a fool he was to be sweet talked by Mrs.Williams into giving away a story. He gets the Romalotti phone number andcalls Phyllis. Of course she denies anything. He hangs up and speculatesthat it was the wife, the conniver herself. Phyllis hangs up and screams DAMNYOU CHRISTINE! ....... When Danny gets home, Phyllis doesn't want to do anytrip planning, she wants to hop on the first plane out. Danny, I'd like togo and never come back. Let's be spontaneous. She convinces him and they goto pack.

Katherine visits Nikki and tells her about contemplating going to Californiafor a new look. They put this chemical on your face and in 10 days, it peelsoff for a brand new look! But Katherine isn't too sure if she should.

Thursday, June 26, 1997

by Laura

Phyllis, Danny and Daniel are ready to go. They're just waiting for thelimo. The doorbell rings, it must be the driver; but no, it's Paul andChris. Phyllis wants them to go, Danny eventually let's them in. Christells about how Phyllis pawned her ring, shows them the fax from the WorldInquisitor ($50,000 offer) and then tells of the notes in her possessionstating that the paternity tests were switched. Danny can't believe any ofit. "I thought you were my friend," Danny shouts. Paul looks him in the eye and accuses him of being in denial. "Shut up," Danny hollered. "I don't know you at all! Leave! Just get out! GO!"

Of course they do. Danny and Phyllis embrace, then Danny says he needs air.He leaves just as the phone rings, it's Dr. Landers. Joni tries to catchDanny but is stopped by Phyllis. Phyllis handles the call with ease. Later,Joni asks if Mrs. Romalotti is pregnant. Yes Joni, isn't it wonderful. Nowif we could just get out of this place. Danny eventually returns after thelimo has arrived. Daniel comes out with Joni (I suspect a little Swiss agingwater here), Hi Daddy! Danny responds Hi son. Phyllis picks up the kid andis ready to go. Danny says I can't do it. Do what?! I can't go out oftown, not now.......Meanwhile, Chris can't believe that Danny is so taken inwith Phyllis. Paul tells her that they've told all they know, now it is timeto stay out of it.

Tricia wonders if Ryan is getting flack from Jill. He questions her abouttheir just being 'pals'. Are you playing games with me? No Ryan, we're justfriends. They make dinner and movie plans for later........Tricia returnshome to find Jill who wants a heart to heart with her. Jill says she knowsabout her relationship with Ryan and advises Tricia against it. Tricia tellsJill to stay out of it, starting now. We're friends, nothing more. Jilljust can't believe her. Are you going to tell my father? Tricia advisesagainst it, bringing up the living arrangements that were only supposed to befor a couple days. Keith enters and no one says anything. Later, Keithtells Jill how he is pleased that Jill is able to have such a wonderfulrelationship with Tricia. I know it will come later with Megan also.

Neil visits Liv who tells him maybe she wants to wait on the wedding. Iwould like to be able to do something more traditional.....Malcolm and Nateare talking about the wedding. Nate wonders if his daddy would think it isokay that Nate loves Malcolm..... Lily and Neil await Dru's return. Aftergiving a gift to Lily and shooing the kid out, Dru and Neil talk about Livand Malcolm. Neil tells her about how Liv wants to wait a while. Dru issuspicious of her real motives. Neil tells Dru he knows how she thinks thatLiv is attracted to Neil but she is wrong. Liv has no feelings for me. Drusays we'll see...... Neil then visits Malcolm and thinks that maybe he andLiv are moving too fast. Malcolm can't understand why Neil would want tobring him down. Liv arrives home and begins to tell Malcolm that maybe theyshould wait. Malcolm says he thinks it is a terrible idea. Are you havingsecond thoughts Liv? No, No, No.

Friday, June 27, 1997

by Laura

Nina outside Ryan's office door, overhearing Ryan and Tricia plan to meet atthe Jabot coffee shop in about 10 minutes. Nina waits for Tricia to leaveand follows her there. Nina sits with Tricia and they have idle chit chat.Nina sees Ryan come in and says goodbye. Tricia tells Ryan she had a guestwho seemed very lonely.(??) Tricia and Ryan both tell each other how good itis to see the other. (What's with Ryan's hair, his bangs wildly stickingevery which way???!!! Day after day after day!)

Jack at home telling John and Ashley to stay out of things with Diane. Ifshe wants to be vulnerable to the Black Knight, so be it........Diane atVictor's office looking at their photo in the newspaper captioned "VictorNewman's New Love." Diane tells Victor she is kinda turned on by it. Hesays, so am I. Diane goes to use the phone and Nikki arrives to grill Victorabout the photo. Victoria saw it and was stunned. Victor tells Nikki she isjust jealous. Nikki says no I'm not. Diane comes back in, Victor uses thephone and a small cat fight ensues. Diane leaves and Nikki says to Victor,you know what I'm thinking. Yes, but don't say it, it wouldn't be lady like.Victor and Nikki argue some more with him telling her, as she is leaving,that jealousy becomes her.

Hope and Kurt talk about the newspaper photo (Kurt told Hope about it). Hopesays how much it hurts, even though she has known for a while that Victorisn't interested in her. Kurt offers to help Hope look for a new place tolive. Hope says, Victor has asked her to stay, and now that she thinks aboutit, it would sure be a better way to find about what's going on with Diane.

Malcolm and Liv dancing. Him trying to convince her to keep the originalwedding plans.........Dru telling Neil at their place that all Liv is doingis stalling and will keep stalling until she can't anymore.......Dru goes tosee Liv, Malcolm takes Nate for ice cream. Dru says we need to have aserious conversation. She tells Liv that the only reason she is stalling isbecause she is waiting/wanting Neil. Of course Liv denies it. It goes on for awhile and Dru leaves. Malcolm and Nate return and Liv tells Malcolm that shedoesn't know what she was thinking. Let's get married as soon as we can,just like we originally planned.