Sharon woke with a start and found herself still dressed and asleep on Victor's couch at the ranch. Her phone rang, and Victor asked if she'd slept well. Victor apologized that he wasn't there, explaining that he had a morning meeting. Victor and Sharon reiterated that they would move slowly with their relationship. Victor urged Sharon to take the day off.

Sharon tried to fall back to sleep, but Nick walked in and asked what she was doing there. Nick explained he'd stopped by to see his father, but Sharon informed Nick that Victor had gone to a business meeting. Nick found the documents he had been looking for, which Victor had marked up with notes, and offered to discuss the information with Sharon later at the office.

Later, after she'd changed, Sharon informed Nick that she'd fallen asleep on the couch by herself and had not been intimate with Victor. Nick believed Sharon but felt his relationship with Phyllis was healthy, while Sharon's liaison with Victor was not. Nick said that Sharon was only doing what was good for her. Nick didn't care about Sharon's life except as it affected Noah and Faith. Sharon declared that Victor was a good man, but Nick reminded her he was the grandfather to her children. Nick said it was a complicated and messy situation and asked if Sharon had spoken with Noah. Sharon assured Nick that she and Victor were moving slowly, but Nick thought Sharon was deluding herself.

In Jack's living room, Nikki greeted Jack with a morning kiss following a night of romance. Nikki reminded Jack that he had a busy day ahead, and they couldn't spend the day making love. Jack was anxious to get a ring for Nikki's finger, but she wanted to wait a while before telling the world they were engaged. Jack understood Nikki's desire to be discreet and they pondered the fun they might have sneaking around for a while. The phone rang, and Jack heard great news about his lawsuit against Genevieve.

At Crimson Light, Leslie gave Genevieve the bad news about the Beauty of Nature lawsuit. At the same time at the Athletic Club, Avery told Victor about the turn of events in Genevieve's case and how it could impact Victor owning Beauty of Nature. Victor wondered why the Department of Justice might be investigating Genevieve, but realized that Genevieve could wind up in prison. Later, Genevieve and Leslie approached Victor and Avery to discuss Beauty of Nature. Genevieve asked if Victor had been involved with the Justice Department action against her. Victor explained that he was unconcerned about Genevieve's problems because he'd already acquired Beauty of Nature.

Genevieve realized that Victor had never intended to follow through with his promises when she sold him the company. Victor glowered and said that she should have taken care of herself. Genevieve defiantly said that she would beat the government. Victor wished her luck, but Genevieve said she had skill and didn't need luck. As Genevieve walked out with Leslie, the attorney asked her if there was anyone who could refute the claims being made by the government.

Later, Avery returned to Victor with news that the judge had ruled in Jack's favor in the Beauty of Nature lawsuit. If the lawsuit proceeded, Jack might win Beauty of Nature as the next highest bidder after Genevieve. Victor urged Avery to do whatever necessary to help Genevieve fight the government so that the sale of Beauty of Nature to Newman could not be overturned. Avery was confident that she could find a way to help Genevieve for Victor.

Cane prepared a romantic breakfast at home for Lily, including her favorite coffee from France and butter croissants. Lily was glad that Cane was so considerate, but a knock on the door interrupted their romantic time. Christine was there on Department of Justice business and needed to speak with Cane about Genevieve. Chris was there to question Cane about his mother's involvement with Colin's illegal activities. Lily believed that it had been the SEC, which was after Genevieve, but Chris said that Justice had taken over the case. Chris urged Cane to cooperate.

Alone with Cane, Lily explained that Christine seemed to be treating Cane like he was a criminal. Cane convinced Lily that he had to go speak with Chris in order to protect himself and Genevieve. After Lily left, Cane asked Chris if he was under investigation, and she admitted that he was. Cane resented that he'd helped the Feds the year before to trap Colin and yet they were after Cane. Chris explained that the government felt that Genevieve was as guilty as Colin and belonged in prison. Chris said that if Cane tried to protect Genevieve, he'd put himself in jeopardy.

The phone rang, and despite Christine's warning that he not take Genevieve's call, Cane spoke with his mother. Cane arranged to talk with Genevieve in the park, tipping her off to trouble by mentioning Samantha. After ending the call, Genevieve realized that Cane had been trying to tell her something. Leslie warned Genevieve that Cane might already be working with the government. Genevieve ordered Leslie to consult with Vance and find something to save her from prosecution. Christine told Cane that he'd made a critical mistake and might be endangering his family by being loyal to Genevieve. Chris handed Cane a subpoena and threatened to have him deported if he didn't testify against his mother.

Jack left a message for Ashley to call him, then he told Nikki that he was confident that he was going to acquire Beauty of Nature because the judge had ruled in Jack's favor in his lawsuit against Genevieve. Since the judge had upheld Adam's sale of Beauty of Nature, Jack was sure that he could convince a jury that Genevieve had cheated him to win Beauty of Nature. Nikki was happy for Jack, but he sensed that she was troubled. Nikki wondered if Victor knew about the judge's rulings. Jack understood that Nikki had Victor on the brain, but he was certain that soon enough, neither of them would have to worry about Victor Newman ever again. Nikki wasn't as sure.

At the bookstore, Lily went online to learn the penalties Cane might incur if he defied the government. Lily was frightened by what she read. Jack saw Lily and realized that she was aware of Genevieve's legal troubles. Jack warned Lily that Cane couldn't help Genevieve. Lily mentioned to Jack that the Christine had questioned Cane in her role as an attorney for the Department of Justice. Avery went to Crimson Lights and told Genevieve she was there on Victor's behalf. Genevieve was amused that Victor suddenly wanted to help her when a short time before, he had been ready to hang her out to dry.

At the Athletic Club, Nikki approached Victor, wanting to tell him her news. Victor said that he didn't care that she was going to marry Jack Abbott. Nikki was stunned that Victor knew about the engagement, but Victor said he had overheard Jack ask her. Victor accused Nikki of being insane if she agreed to marry Jack again. After Victor charged out, Nikki surmised that Victor had turned to Sharon because Nikki was with Jack.

Nick walked into his office while on the phone to Noah. Nick left a message that Noah should call Sharon. At the ranch, Sharon unlocked the door to her home and was surprised to find that Noah was already there.