Daniel and Phyllis caught up on the latest developments when they met for dinner at Society. Daniel recalled having told Lily that while Chancellor-Winters owned OmegaSphere, he believed it would be fair to return control of Princess Louisa and other games he had designed and developed. Daniel added that he had informed Lily of his plans to file a lawsuit to reclaim the games he'd developed. Phyllis replied, "Wow, Daniel, good for you. You stood your ground. You didn't waffle." Daniel warned that some fallout from the proceedings might affect Phyllis, possibly even leading to her being fired. Phyllis, unconcerned, said she could get a job anywhere.

Phyllis told Daniel she might quit in solidarity and perhaps even convince Daniel's team to walk out because OmegaSphere belonged to him. Daniel chuckled and said, "You're already cooking something up, aren't you? What kind of opportunities are you talking about?" Phyllis changed the subject and asked Daniel if he might create another company if he won his lawsuit. Daniel explained that he was taking things one day at a time. Phyllis told Daniel he should not have to pay a price for saving his family. Daniel bristled when Phyllis added that he and Lily had not shared a great love story like he and Heather had.

Daniel begged his mom to talk about something else, and he inquired about Phyllis' friendship with Danny. Phyllis explained that after determining that the timing was not right, she and Danny had taken a step back and had agreed not to pursue their romance. Daniel agreed to drop the subject, even though he acknowledged that the breakup was hurting his mother. Phyllis reminded Daniel that she had predicted his reunion with Heather without ever seeking applause. Daniel replied, "You were right; I was wrong. Let's have dessert." Phyllis said, "And I just want to bring up for the last time -- Danny and Bug, they're together. He made his choice. It's like the most ridiculous choice, but he made it nonetheless, right?" Phyllis declared that the setback would not slow her down.

At Daniel's apartment, Danny informed Christine that they would have the place to themselves for the evening because Daniel and Lucy were out. Danny kissed Christine's hand and said, "And tomorrow is the big day." Danny excitedly announced that he had created an itinerary for his upcoming tour. Christine interrupted Danny and cried that she hated the thought of letting him down. Christine said, "I got a call from an old colleague who told me about this huge case where the accused is specifically asking me to represent them." Christine told Danny that she felt compelled to help a friend who was in a bind. Danny was disappointed to learn that the trial could last for months.

Christine consoled Danny by reminding him that what they shared was a once-in-a-lifetime relationship. Christine cried that she was torn, adding that it felt right to be with Danny. Danny noted that Christine's case would not last forever, nor would his tour. Christine admitted that she felt like it might be their last best chance to be together, so she was struggling to walk away. Danny replied, "Don't make any decisions right now. Just think about it, sleep on it, okay? And we'll decide tomorrow morning, all right?" Christine began sobbing. Danny held Christine in his arms and said they should focus on enjoying every second of what might be their last night together for a while.

After Danny and Christine made love on the sofa, they both noted how happy they were. Christine wondered aloud why she could not just enjoy Danny and let everything else go. Danny held Christine tight and said she had to make a decision, assuring her that "Cricket and Danny were meant to be," no matter what she decided to do. Christine, teary, clung to Danny as she contemplated her dilemma.

At Victor and Nikki's anniversary party, Victor approached Nick at the jazz lounge bar and asked him if he had heard an update about Jordan. Nick replied that Victor's security guards had not seen Jordan all evening. Nick said that perhaps Jordan had left on a train. Victor replied, "I don't believe that for a minute." As Claire exited the Athletic Club, she paused and waited for Larry, a security guard posted outside, to signal that the area was safe. After Claire walked away, Jordan, disguised as a bearded gentleman sporting a tweed cap and thick eyeglasses, watched from behind a tall bush.

Back inside the jazz lounge, Jack asked Nikki how she was doing. Nikki replied, "I'm holding up." Jack acknowledged that even an alcohol-free party could be difficult for someone in recovery. Nikki admitted that though the party was alcohol-free, she was not. Nikki explained that she had convinced herself that she could moderate her drinking until after the party, explaining that she lived in fear that Jordan would show up and try something.

Near tears, Nikki explained that she had become tired of looking behind her shoulder, waiting for something terrible to happen, so she had planned the party in hopes of luring Jordan out of hiding. Nikki expressed disappointment that the plan did not seem to be working out. Jack replied that it was a bad plan. Nikki noted that in the midst of everything, something amazing had happened.

Nikki told Jack that she had successfully fought every urge to drink, knowing that she was surrounded by family and friends who all supported her. Nikki credited Jack especially, explaining that she had fought hard so she would not let him down. Jack replied, "More importantly, you didn't want to let yourself down." Nikki cried that for the first time, she felt like she could beat her addiction because she felt free and no longer dependent on alcohol.

Victor joined Nikki and Jack and asked them if everything was all right. Nikki said everything was more than all right because it had been a wonderful evening. Jack said he was proud of Nikki for facing down her urge to drink, and he praised Victor for hosting an alcohol-free party. Victor boasted that he was proud of his wife.

Across the room, Adam apologized to Sally when he became preoccupied with checking his phone, hoping he might hear word about Connor. Adam acknowledged that he was engaging in wishful thinking. Sally said that perhaps no news was actually a good thing because it indicated that Connor's therapy was working. Sally, noticing Nikki and Victor dancing and gazing lovingly at each other, asked Adam how she could make things easier for him. Sally said, "Look at them. After all the drama and conflict Victor creates, to see the depth of love he still has for Nikki after all these years is really inspiring." Adam replied, "Well, the Newmans do love hard and profoundly." After Adam kissed Sally, she invited him to go upstairs.

In Sally's suite, Adam asked Sally where she saw herself in 40 years. Sally claimed that Adam was angling to determine if he might still be with her. Adam replied, "Well?" Sally said she hoped Adam would be. Adam declared that they could easily live 40, 50, or even 60 years together, adding that he never wanted their relationship to end. Adam began kissing Sally on the shoulder. Sally pulled down her dress, turned to face Adam, and kissed him passionately on the lips as she unbuttoned his shirt.

Downstairs in the jazz lounge, Nick spotted Phyllis taking a seat at the bar. Nick demanded to know how Phyllis had gotten past security guards, explaining that anyone not on the guest list was not permitted to enter, no matter what. Phyllis, dismissing Nick's concern, said that someone had recognized her and allowed her to enter. Phyllis noted that she obviously had not been invited to the party. Nick replied, "Summer didn't tell you that it was my parents' 40th anniversary?" Phyllis said Summer had not, and she marveled that Nikki and Victor had been together 40 years.

Kyle returned home with Harrison. Harrison asked his dad if Nikki and Victor had liked his present. Kyle assured his son that his great-grandparents had loved his gift, adding that Nikki had put it in a place of honor. Kyle, noting that Traci and Ashley had gone to bed, instructed Harrison to go upstairs, put on his pajamas, and brush his teeth. Harrison felt his coat pocket and realized his lucky charm was missing. Becoming distressed, Harrison cried that he would not be able to sleep without his charm, which he had named Lucky-Bun.

Even after Kyle and Harrison searched outside, Harrison's charm was nowhere to be found. Kyle, remembering that Harrison had played with the charm at the party, offered to phone Summer and ask her to find the charm and deliver it to the house. Kyle phoned Summer, but she could not locate the charm anywhere. Kyle hung up when his doorbell rang.

When Kyle opened the door, he saw Claire standing before him, holding the bunny charm. Kyle proclaimed that Claire was a hero, explaining that Harrison would be relieved. Claire noted that lucky charms, like a friend and a protector, were important. Claire recalled that when she had been a child, Jordan, always in control, had taken away her lucky charm. Claire admitted that she had lied when she had earlier related the story in front of Harrison.

Claire told Kyle that her lucky charm, a pretty stone, had been snatched away because Jordan had insisted that Jordan, not a charm, was the only thing that could be counted on. Kyle said he did not know how Claire had survived Jordan. Claire explained that her whole life had revolved around Jordan's needs, her grudges, and her desire for vengeance. Claire admitted that because she had lived in fear, she had gone along with Jordan. Kyle assured Claire that she had a new life with family and friends who supported her. Claire seemed giddy when she acknowledged her newfound freedom to make choices on her own.

Harrison came downstairs and was overjoyed to see his lucky charm. Harrison hugged Claire and repeatedly thanked her. Claire told Harrison that four-leaf clovers and pennies found on the street also brought good luck. Harrison laughed when Claire explained that elephants, considered lucky charms in India, would be difficult to fit into his pocket. Before Harrison went upstairs, he requested that Claire read him a book in his bedroom. After Claire and Harrison went upstairs, Kyle phoned Summer and told her that Claire had found the bunny and delivered it to Harrison. Summer was not pleased when Kyle told her that Claire was with Harrison upstairs, reading him a story.

In Harrison's bedroom, Claire told Harrison that the book he had chosen was one of her favorites. Harrison told Claire he would be back after visiting the bathroom. Claire sighed and gazed about Harrison's delightful bedroom, which was filled with toys and stuffed animals. Suddenly, Jordan, having ditched her gentleman's costume in favor of black clothing and a baseball cap, attacked. Jordan pressed a cloth saturated with a sedative over Claire's nose and mouth. Claire was unable to scream for help and quickly passed out. As Claire lay unconscious, Jordan glanced toward the bathroom, where Harrison was.

After Summer talked to Kyle, she noticed Phyllis and Nick at the bar and joined them. Phyllis said she had told Nick that Summer had not mentioned the party in order to save Phyllis the embarrassment of not being invited. Summer explained that it was kind of a Newman thing, so she had not felt like she should invite her mother. Nick added that Summer had probably worried that Phyllis would attempt to crash the party. Phyllis, insisting that she was doing better, whispered that things were about to "bust wide open for her" at Chancellor-Winters. Summer cautioned her mom to be careful. Phyllis claimed that she was always careful. Nick and Summer exchanged nervous glances.

Michael and Lauren told Victor and Nikki that they were leaving. Michael congratulated Victor, and warm hugs were exchanged. Nick approached his parents after talking to Larry and said that the guards would stay until all guests had departed. Victor replied, "No sign of Jordan?" Nick said, "None." Victor thanked Nick for helping with the party. After Nick left, Nikki told Victor she had been wrong about Jordan being unable to resist making an appearance. Victor vowed to catch Jordan.

At the Abbott home, Kyle, on the phone with emergency services, frantically explained that he needed assistance right away. Jack and Diane entered and asked Kyle what was wrong. Kyle cried, "It's Claire. I think she's taken Harrison." Diane, horrified, gasped, "What?"

• Kyle asks Claire not to leave the Abbotts'

• Kyle is enraged that he trusted Claire with Harrison

• Summer tells Victoria that Claire took Harrison