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Another thing about that encounter in the limo is that Angus was driving. I think anyone, particularly someone as self-possessed as Gideon Cross, would be freaked out that they were so bowled over by a woman that they were unable to resist her despite the presence of their father figure just a few scant feet away.

Patricia-Ann, like you I hope there aren't any pat reconciliations with Gideon's mother and brother.  They've both shown that they are completely self-involved and fundamentally untrustworthy.  I hope there is some thaw there for Gideon's sake, but complete forgiveness is, IMO, unwarranted and unrealistic.   I'm glad Ireland and Chris are decent people. One thing I DO hope we hear more about is what Monica is keeping from Eva. It'd be nice to shed some light on her lost years between Eva's birth and her marriage to Nathan's father and how she got by after her family disowned her.  I wonder if Barker was a bad guy.  It's hard to believe Nathan could've been so disturbed and twisted at 12 if he'd had normal, loving parents.

I don't remember who it was who suggested this but I agree that Ireland's mysterious boyfriend is the son of Ryan Landon, Gideon's business competitor. Â Landon's father's name was Eric and Ireland referred to her boyfriend as Rick. Â Rick can be a nickname for Eric as well as Richard. Â Hope the kid really cares for her and isn't using her to get to Gideon.

I sure hope this signals the return of Teaser Tuesday! Thanks for posting it, D500.

I don't remember who it was who suggested this but I agree that Ireland's mysterious boyfriend is the son of Ryan Landon, Gideon's business competitor. Â Landon's father's name was Eric and Ireland referred to her boyfriend as Rick. Â Rick can be a nickname for Eric as well as Richard. Â Hope the kid really cares for her and isn't using her to get to Gideon.

I think Corinne is spoiled, batspit crazy, extremely manipulative, and possibly dangerous. I think she knew she was pregnant when she left France. She might've hoped to get together with Gideon and pass the baby off as his. Her suicide attempt was just a ploy to guilt Gideon. And she had that book ready to go if she didn't get her way. I'm thrilled that Gideon isn't indulging her emotional blackmail.

I'm so jealous of all of you who are reading/have read it already!!! As soon as I get home from work I'm putting the coffee pot on and snuggling in with my new book and my flannel PJs. Can't wait to catch up with you all. :-)

Kristen, thanks again (so much) for posting all the Teaser Tuesday goodies during our long wait!

Do we know G did his gambling in Vegas? I don't remember the exact wording of that conversation. He could have gotten into private games with some high rollers and won big. And he just played to get the seed money to get his company started. He might've won all he needed in a very short time. Speaking of ages and timelines, I think Christopher is just a kid. Gideon was about 5 when Geoffrey died. Presumably Lizzie waited a little while after Geoffrey ' s funeral to remarry and get pregnant with Christopher. Christopher couldn't possibly be much over 22. I don't like the character be he's got a good excuse for his lack of maturity.

I hope the new teaser inside the closet signifies that Eva is moving in and not out. I don't think last week's teaser was about THAT kind of swing, unfortunately. It's just an ordinary playground swing.

They've both got their hands full with their new mothers-in-law, don't they? ;-)

I don't think Brett or anyone in Six-Ninth knows about the sex tape. But I'm kind of surprised that Gideon hasn't insisted that they get rid of Sam Yimara. He wouldn't even need to tell them why. He could just say that the record label has a publicity department and prefer to use their own, more professional, photographers and videographers. As far as Monica being upset about not knowing about Eva's engagement, I call BS. Eva didn't know about her engagement herself! Late Friday night Gideon proposed and they were married the very next day. Also Gideon had spoken with both Victor and Richard as an old-fashioned gesture; asking for their daughter's/step-daughter's hand in marriage. These aren't the dark ages when you HAD to ask the father for permission to marry an adult woman. It's a courtesy and it indicates that the couple have talked about getting married and they both know things are headed in that direction. Monica knew about the conversation Gideon had with Richard before they headed to the Crosswinds Resort. So she knew about the engagement before Eva did, IMO. After having that nasty run-in with Lizzie at Cipriani's, I can forgive Eva for not getting into it with the other crazy mother in her life. Monica just likes to whine.

I think it said something like he was old enough to harbor resentment against Geoffrey across and young and energetic enough to do something about it. I doubt he's and young as Gideon.

I think Christopher is using his mother to do his dirty work for now. He has to be the one feeding Lizzie the details about Eva and Brett. It's pretty smart, in a devious way. Gideon threw his mother out of his office but not before she got a chance to spew some of her venom. Christopher never would've gotten that far and would probably gotten a severe beating for his trouble. I'm surprised he hasn't tried to poison Ireland against Gideva. But it's easier with Lizzie because her mind is so poisonous to begin with. Christopher seems to have always had a knack for not going too far with Gideon, but I think he's close to the edge now. If it turns out that Christopher had anything to do with that sex tape or telling Deanna about it, Gideon will fix him. I certainly don't think he'd hesitate to fire him from Vidal Records.

I think Christopher is using his mother to do his dirty work for now. He has to be the one feeding Lizzie the details about Eva and Brett. It's pretty smart, in a devious way. Gideon threw his mother out of his office but not before she got a chance to spew some of her venom. Christopher never would've gotten that far and would probably gotten a severe beating for his trouble. I'm surprised he hasn't tried to poison Ireland against Gideva. But it's easier with Lizzie because her mind is so poisonous to begin with. Christopher seems to have always had a knack for not going too far with Gideon, but I think he's close to the edge now. If it turns out that Christopher had anything to do with that sex tape or telling Deanna about it, Gideon will fix him. I certainly don't think he'd hesitate to fire him from Vidal Records.