Young and Restless Recaps: The week of June 30, 1997 on Y&R

Christine was surprised to learn that Michael was out of prison. Grace admitted to Nick that they had slept together. Danny told Phyllis that he wanted the paternity test repeated. Veronica called the ranch and learned there was a new Mrs. Joshua Landers.

Monday, June 30, 1997

by Rachel Hyde

The Newman children (all four of them) discuss the picture in the paper of Victor and Diane. They are all shocked, and go to the main house to see if Nikki was there. Miguel said she'd gone out, and that she'd been in a hurry. All wondered if she'd gone to confront Victor. "Of course," they agreed.

After leaving Victor's office, Nikki goes to see Jack. "I know what you're here for." Nikki talks Jack out of leaving Newman Enterprises. Victor comes by to see Jack a little later. Jack is very curt with the "ol' boy." Victor wants Jack to know that he has grown quite fond of Ms. Jenkins and that their involvement has nothing to do with any type of vendetta against Jack. Jack is unconvinced.

Sharon asks Nick how much of his father is in him. Nick immediately gets defensive and starts ranting about "do you think I work and put my family last?" Sharon says no, that she spoke without thinking what she was saying first. They make up. (Of course, with a big hug, and Nick feeling guilty about his night with Grace, and Sharon still with no clue)

Jay talks to Grace about having a crush on Nick. She doesn't fully admit it, but listens to Jay. He starts talking about how he wished he had Nick's life, etc...and Grace gets upset and yells at him about money isn't everything. "No, but it sure helps." Grace asks for yet another afternoon off. (I wish I had her job. She asks off almost every afternoon for some reason or another....maybe to go watch her soaps...) :)

Christine runs into Michael at the courthouse. She confronts him and wants to know what he's doing there. She does not believe his explanation about his job in Genoa City. She leaves telling him, "Just stay the hell away from me!"

Tuesday, July 1, 1997

by Laura

Chris rushes to Paul's office to relate her encounter with Michael Baldwin.After much discussion, Paul assures Chris he will always be there for her.Chris leaves for her office......Phyllis is assuring Joni that all thatstuff that Christine said was lies. Danny is Daniel's father. Danny comesin with the kid, Joni takes him for a snack. Phyllis wonders if they arestill going on their trip. Danny says yes, Phyllis rushes to phone the limocompany. Danny says wait, there's something I've got to do first. He iswaiting at legal aid when Chris returns. He says again how he doesn't knowChris anymore. They argue some more. Chris telling him that she cares toomuch for him to let him go on living a lie. If you really want the truthDanny there is only one way, another paternity test.......Danny returns toPhyllis. We can't go just yet Phyllis, there is one more thing I've got todo; have another paternity test.

Nikki tries to figure out what is wrong with Nick. Later, Nick calls Grace,we've got to talk; meet at the coffee slop. Tony wonders what's up withGrace. Can you stay with Cassie for me? Of course, what else do I do withmy life? Before she leaves, Grace unknots Cassie's shoe, Tony reminds her totake her purse and off Grace goes to the coffee slop. Nick arrives. We bothknow what happened the other night. Grace????? Grace, you know I wouldnever cheat on my wife, especially with her BEST FRIEND! What were youthinking Grace?! I wasn't. Well, I've got to tell Sharon. Grace wonders ifSharon will believe him. You might be destroying your entire life Nick. Youhave so much more to lose than me. Nick says he doesn't have any choice.

Cole visits Ryan to talk about Nina working for him again. They argue. Coleasks if Ryan has talked to Nina's psychologist? Not yet. Well Ryan, Ninaneeds to know that you are there for her. Are you?........Nina is meetingwith Dr. Tim. Nina tells him about how Ryan is still seeing the other,younger, prettier woman. The session ends with Nina getting exactly what sheneeds from the good Dr. as he reminds Nina that she and Ryan have beenseparated for months but Ryan hasn't filed for divorce yet........Ryan callsDr. Tim; he wants to see him to talk about Nina. Dr. Tim can't discussanything without permission from Nina. I can call her right now and call youback. Ryan says okay. Tricia arrives to see Ryan.

Wednesday, July 2, 1997

by Laura Wagner

Nick---daydreaming (or daymaring?) about telling Sharon about his having sexwith Grace. Sharon yelling 'how could you do this to me?! I HATE YOU! GETOUT!'--then Sharon *really* comes into the room. Are you okay honey? What'sbothering you? Nothing Sharon, just know how much I love you. You are myworld. Don't ever forget that.

Dr. Tim calling Nina. Ryan called and wants to talk about you. Is it okay?Of course, this is the best news! Ryan visits with Dr. Tim. Tim tells Ryanif you still want your marriage, then tell Nina not to work with Cole. Ifyou don't want Nina, then you have no business telling Nina what to do withher life. Why don't you give Nina a month, not just occupying the samespace, but 'be together with your son'. It's a mistake to move forwardwithout settling the past first. Ryan goes back to his office and rehashesin his mind the conversation. Tricia arrives for coffee. I'm glad you arehere. I want you to hear this. Ryan calls Nina and asks if he can come homefor dinner, can you pick up Phillip? Great, I'll see you later. Tricia isin tears. I need to make this step, if there is going to be a divorce orwhatever. But I want you to know what is going on. He wipes her tears away(aww) and embraces her.

Chris arrives home and tells Paul about her visit from Danny. It's all myfault! Paul tells her to let it go.......Danny is your past, the personstanding in front of you is your future, I hope. Embrace.

Danny is telling Phyllis that they can't go anywhere until he gets thepaternity test. Phyllis tries to take control, calling Joni in and issuingorders. Danny yells at Joni, 'don't pick up that phone!' Go with Daniel andshut the door so he can't hear this. Phyllis, we're not leaving until Ihave this test and that's final. Why are you resisting? Do you havesomething to hide? We can settle this once and for all with Paul and Chrisby proving to them how wrong they are with this test. OKAY?!

Liv and Malcolm kissing saying this is why they should not wait to gethitched. Nate comes in with a drawing of their wonderful family. Malcolmreminds him of his new name, 'daddy'. Dru and Neil arrive with Lily. Natepersuades Liv to set a date, Friday, July 11th. Neil offers a toast. Later,the guys to back to Neil's place for a heart to heart while the girls beginto argue. Dru, you're parinoid, etc. Rehashing the stuff about Liv and her*real* feelings for Neil. As Dru is ready to leave, Liv calls to her. Whatis happening to us? I miss talking, laughing, confiding in my little sister.I love you Dru, can't we start over? Dru says she loves her too. Yes.Then Liv asks Dru to be her matron of honor. Dru says yes.

Thursday, July 3, 1997

by Laura

Danny and Phyllis discussing the paternity test. Malcolm arrives topersonally invite them to his wedding. Danny leaves. Malcolm tries to 'bethere' for Phyllis but she leaves saying he doesn't really care about whathappens to her.

Chris sees a newspaper photo with Michael in the background. She tells Paulwhen he calls. Paul will pick Chris up in an hour. Chris looks at thepicture some more and has a flashback to an encounter with Michael. Chrisgoes to the office where Michael works. She rants to Kevin about how hemight know Michael's legal case but that is just the tip of the iceberg. Youneed to issue a warning to all your female employees about Michael. If youdon't, I will. Kevin finally says that he will. Chris leaves and Kevintells Michael not to let him down, Michael says I won't

Phyllis goes to a diner where she is shredding napkins wondering what to do.Michael comes in and sits with her. Phyllis tells her whole story, or thestory of 'her friend' to Michael. Michael says another time I could havebeen able to help you bend the truth to your advantage, but I'm not that kindof person anymore. He does help Phyllis realize that if she is able to getblood from the biological father, she could switch the samples. Phyllisfigures out what Michael is inferring and says how he is such a lifesaver andplants a kiss on his cheek before rushing home.

Danny is seeking advice from Katherine. Katherine says if Danny feels in hisheart that Daniel is his son then drop the paternity issue. Danny isn't surethat he can. He arrives home. Phyllis has been trying to figure out how sheis going to get the blood from Brian. I'm not going to let a littletechnicality ruin my life! Phyllis tells Danny that if a paternity test iswhat he needs, then it's okay with her.

Paul arrives to pick up Chris. They wonder some more why the parole boarddidn't notify Chris. Paul says that they still state that they mailed Chrisa letter. After talking to Gail, the two finally figure out that Phyllismust have taken the letter along with the package. (like DUH!)

Victor visits Diane and they look at sketches. Later, Diane receives flowerswith a card telling her to look for something other than flowers in the vase.You are a rare breed, Ms. Jenkins, states the card. Diane finds a diamondbracelet. Later, she calls Victor. I'm so overwhelmed. Does it fit? Ohyes. Victor asks Diane for a get together over the holidays and they hangup. Diane looks lovingly at the bracelet.

Ryan arrives to see Nina. Nina asks whether Ryan is there because he has tobe or because he wants to be. They argue. Ryan wonders where Phillip is.Nina says she didn't call because she didn't want Phillip to be in the middle ofan argument. Ryan can't believe she would think that he would do that. Ryanis ready to leave. All of a sudden, Phillip arrives. Phillip talks Ryaninto staying. Mommy will make spaghetti. I'm so glad we are together, afamily again. He hugs them both.......Meanwhile, Tricia is whining,whining, whining, to Megan about how she might be losing Ryan. He is withhis wife and son right now! I can't lose him. I don't know what I'd dowithout Ryan in my life. I love him soooooo much! etc. (so pathetic!)

Day Friday, July 4, 1997

by Laura

Nikki is inviting everyone over to the ranch for their annual July 4th BBQ.First it's Grace, Tony and Cassie. Sorry Mrs. Landers, we've got otherplans. Then it's Jack and Ashely. I won't take no for an answer. Josh ishome today and is trying to get Nikki to the bedroom. I've got too much todo today. Later.......The mental hospital; Veronica is being quizzed by oneof the patients about being married. Veronica sneaks into an office andcalls directory assistance. She gets Dr. Landers service and then gets hishome phone number.

Sharon wonders why Grace isn't coming to the BBQ. She tells Nick that ithurts her feelings. She's so distant and I don't know the reason! Sharongoes up to check on Noah and Nick calls Grace. You need to come. But Nick,it will be uncomfortable for me. Like it won't for me?! I haven't toldSharon, but she wonders why you are avoiding her. Okay, we'll come.

Victoria on the phone, crisis at work. Gotta go to the office. (A little cupcake for the guys here.) Before she leaves, Cole wants her to think about alittle Howard to play with Noah. You could go right back to work and since Iwork at home, I could take care of the baby during the day. Victoria tells himshe's got to go. Let's talk later, okay?! I'm serious about this Victoria. Iknow you are.

Katherine invites John over. He is suspicious, maybe another blind date?Katherine says no, you just get me. She tells John she is going to be awayfor a while; a clinic where they do face rejuvenation. Maybe you shouldthink about coming with me!

Victor visits Diane at her office. She gushes about the bracelet some moreand they embrace and kiss, kiss, kiss. Victor wonders if she is still readyfor their date. He wants to take her to the ranch. She doesn't think is ita good idea, but relents to Victor and his wishes. The two arrive at theparty (uninvited), Nikki dashes to the phone to try to catch Jack, too late,they should be there any time. Is that a problem? No, no problem, if you'reready for World War III that is. Nikki tells Ashley when they arrive about Victorand Diane. Ashley tries to get Jack to leave. He says, but we just gothere. When he finally sees Diane and Victor, he refuses to leave, we'reinvited guests! Later, Diane comes over to talk to Jack but Jack ends updoing all the talking, telling her how Victor will romance her, but lackswhen it comes to follow-thru. Look around you, you can't throw a rock aroundhere without hitting an ex-wife of Victor's. Enjoy it while you can. Jackleaves, Victor returns to Diane. Did Jack upset you?

Party scenes: (Beef cake and cup cake) With oodles of extras enjoying the food, pool and dancing. Cole dances with Grace. The phonerang and Nikki answered. It's a distraught patient for Dr. Landers.(Veronica) Dr. Josh answers, but the patient says nothing.