"Leo finished moving into Kendall's old room at the Pine Cone, with some help from Simone. He thanked her for all the help she gave him when she casually mentioned that he should write a book about his "adventures with Proteus." Thinking she spoke out of turn, Simone began to apologize when Leo interrupted her and said it was brilliant. He told her that he wants to write a book about Vanessa, and he wants her help. Against her protests, Leo began getting excited about the prospects. She told him to slow down and think about it. Does he want to relive what his mother did? He told her that he is willing to relive it, and, with her help, this can work. She decided to help him with the at least the first chapter. Together, they began writing. Later, they were reminiscing over some of the con games he and his mother played. Leo got serious quickly as he realized that his mother was Proteus the entire time they were playing these games. Simone told him that this sounds good, but readers are going to want to know more about Proteus then Leo can tell. He told her that he's always known something was wrong with his mother, and he should have seen it. He grabbed his coat to leave, as Simone told him not to do this to himself. He left without an explanation.
Outside his room, Ryan comforted Kendall. He told her that he doesn't want her to be alone, but she wasn't listening. She told him that he doesn't have to do this, but he moved closer as he said, "I know." Kendall stopped and said that she doesn't want to be like her mother. She doesn't want to snare a man using tears and vulnerability. Ryan argued that that isn't what's happening. She said that she doesn't want to end up with him because of stupid head games. She accused him of pitying her, but he denied it. He said he feels a lot for her, but not pity. He repeated that he doesn't pity her, and she's nothing like Erica. He told her that he recognizes her as a manipulator, because he is also. He said that his entire world had been turned upside down in the past year. He lost his wife, and he still hasn't gotten over her. He next told Kendall that he can't begin another relationship, not now, maybe not ever. She acted upset at first, but then rebounded and told him that she wasn't coming on to him, he was coming on to her. Before Ryan could respond, she walked away. Ryan followed her.
In the hospital, David repeated his request to Adam that he be allowed to speak with Liza. Adam grilled him about his relationship with Dixie, but David sidetracked and again demanded to speak with Liza. When he refused to tell Adam what it was about, stating that it was none of his business, Adam told him to go straight to hell. Adam received a call on another line, and placed David on hold against his wishes. Marian was on the other line, and she informed Adam that they can't find Colby. He hung up and raced out of the room.
After being given the subpoena in Jackson's office, Anna said that it must be a joke. He filled her in that his office has gathered enough information on David Hayward, and he will convene a grand jury to investigate. She told him that he can't do this, but Jack responded that she better get smarter and start doing her job. He told her that she took an oath to support the justice system, and she better not let David Hayward use her to manipulate the system. She accused him of purposely waiting until she was sworn in before moving against David, and she prepared to leave his office. Jackson stopped her, though, and told her not to let him cloud her judgment. He told her that David's using her, and she has to see it. As he told her that she can't let David get away with it, David walked into the office. David apologized for being late, as Jackson left them alone. She began asking him what took him so long, and he responded that he was with a patient. When she told him that it was Dixie, he denied it and said that it was Liza. He asked her to forget about Dixie, but she said she can't "while she's pregnant with your child." David reacted in shock at her accusation, but he denied it. Finally, when she pressured him, he admitted that Dixie is pregnant, but Tad is the father. He filled her in on Dixie's fears and motives. She began to wonder why he is always involved with Dixie, and why he didn't tell her sooner. He told her that he made a promise to Dixie not to say anything. She couldn't believe that he would keep his word to Dixie rather then tell her. She said that he made a big mistake, and he can't afford to make mistakes. He apologized for keeping Dixie's secret, but Anna asked him if this whole affair between them is just a game to him. He said that it isn't, and that they are truly husband and wife. She reminded him that they are married to protect him from criminal charges. She then told him that she was subpoenaed to testify against him, but she could still refuse because they're married. She said that the grand jury convenes on Friday, and that is when he will find out if she will still stand by him.
In the park, Liza was screaming for Colby. Marian grilled her about what happened after she left her with Liza, but Liza told Marian that she doesn't remember her leaving Colby. She doesn't remember anything. She resumed running around the park looking for her daughter, while Marian continued grilling Liza about what she remembered. Marian picked up her phone to call the police when Adam arrived. He grabbed Liza and screamed in her face, "Where have you hidden my child?" He accused her of staging this in an attempt to get Colby away from him. While he screamed at her, Liza grabbed her head and collapsed in his arms. The paramedics arrived to take care of Liza, and Mia showed up, telling Marian that she heard it on the police radio. Mia ran off to look through more of the park, as Liza regained consciousness. Marian stopped Adam from grilling her further, and he accused her of helping Liza steal Colby. Marian informed him that something is obviously wrong with her, but Adam told Marian that Liza's been skimming money from Chandler Enterprises. Ryan, seeing the commotion, walked up. When Adam saw him, he walked up to him and said, "My wife is going nowhere with you!" He began to accuse Ryan of conspiring with Liza to run away together. Ryan responded that he's paranoid and needs to snap out of it. They both stop arguing as Liza stood up and yelled for Colby. She began to repeat that she can't remember what happened to her. Adam moved to her, and she threw her arms around him. Ryan left, stating that he'll find her.
Kendall walked back to the Pine Cone, holding Colby's hand. She began asking her who she is and where she's from, but Colby isn't talking, because Kendall's a stranger. Colby led Kendall back to the place in the park where she was sitting with Liza. As Colby finally opened up and told Kendall that she left because her mom stopped listening to her, Ryan saw them and noticed how Kendall was bonding with her. He walked up just as Colby told Kendall her name.
Adam changed his tune and began comforting Liza, finally realizing that she really didn't remember what happened. Mia returned and told them that she didn't find her. Finally, Ryan walks up carrying Colby, with Kendall at his side. They quickly thank Kendall for finding her, and Kendall turned to leave. Ryan followed her and tried to tell her how wonderful she was with Colby, but Kendall wasn't listening. Meanwhile, Marian and Mia leave with Colby, leaving Liza and Adam alone. Adam told her that she's not well, and he wants to help her. She said that she isn't going to leave Colby and go to the hospital.
In the hospital, Leo breaks into an office and walks to the filing cabinet. He pries it open with a screwdriver and pulls out the confidential file of Vanessa Cortlandt."
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