"THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL": On Halloween, Sheila greets Deacon in a nurse's uniform and checks his heartbeat. Deacon warns her she has to leave town or be sent to prison. Sheila says she has everything under control, as she always does. Visiting Eric, Lauren talks about all the horrid things that Shelia did and is glad Sheila is out of the picture. The Hope for the Future fashion show is a spectacular success. Upset that Thomas will be at the fashion show, Liam decides not to attend. Ridge tells Steffy he and Taylor are about to set a wedding date. Apologizing for all his misdeeds, Justin is thankful for a second chance. Brooke is crushed when Ridge tells her he is ready to marry Taylor.

SNEAK PEEK: PLANS ON HOLD

"THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS": Abby is furious when Chance drops Halloween plans when he is called into work. Chance and Abby admit they love each other, but the work situation is causing a lot stress. Chance says he is a policeman and sometimes his job will interfere with their plans. Devon and Lily share memories of Neil. Kyle is furious when he learns about Diane's connection to Tucker. Jack takes Diane's part. Returning home, Elena tells Nate she wants to give their relationship another chance. She is stunned when she learns Victoria named Nate head of Newman. After being fired, Sally tells Nick and Adam she does not need their help; she will find her own job. Billy stops Chelsea from jumping off the roof. Lily learns Billy took Chelsea for in-house treatment.

SNEAK PEEK: IN THE NICK OF TIME

"DAYS OF OUR LIVES": Accepting Li's marriage proposal, Gabi assures Rafe she no longer has feelings for Stefan. While working together, the sexual tension between Eric and Nicole rises. Noting this, Rafe wonders if Nicole wants out of their marriage. Unable to get a job or money, a desperate Xander is promised by Ava that all will be fine if he kidnaps Susan. He promises she will be fine. Realizing how much Xander hates taking money from Maggie, Sarah rips up the check. Chloe and Brady's work relationship ends when she gets a gig at Basic Black. Rachel's hate of Chloe grows. Alex wonders what Sloane has on Paulina. Alex continues to dream about his threesome with Chanel and Allie.

SNEAK PEEK: ELECTION WOES

"GENERAL HOSPITAL": It appears the hook attacker wants to get rid of anyone connected to Trina's trial. Carly and Drew say they must keep their relationship secret or they could be charged for insider trading. Michael tells Willow he is the only woman he wants in his life. Mac wants to know if Cody is his son. Chase would give up his singing career if his badge was returned. After kissing Holly, Robert wonders what secrets she's keeping. Peter's treasure trove of jewels is found. Sasha wants to resurrect deception. Martin continues his search for Lucy. Sonny regrets upsetting Joss, Her life in danger, Joss has to move home. Meeting with her parents, Liz realizes she caused Reiko's death. Was it an accident or a push? Her parents say they left her behind to protect her from murder charges. An upset Liz is not buying it. Gregory and Alexia spar over what to do with the letter she received. After doing Mason's bidding by patching up a shooting victim, Austin says he will not do anything more for him. Mason brings up Austin's unsavory past.

SNEAK PEEK: AUSTIN TO THE MAXI

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