Victor refuses to take Nicole to Mexico. Kate fails to convince Lucas to give Sami custody of Will. Nicole taunts Kate, betting that Victor will defeat her in any contest, leaving Kate fearful. Sami rejects Brandon's proposal. Angela leaves for Italy. Brandon scolds Sami for trying to change for Austin rather than accepting a man who loves her as she is, then storms out, leaving Sami conflicted about her choices. Greta learns her coronation awaits "Phase Two" of the test. She and Austin meet the orphans. John tells Marlena that Brady has regained feeling in his legs and asks her to come home. Marlena refuses, citing Brady's threats against her. She instead begs Victor to move Brady to the Kiriakis estate. Chloe admits to Belle that she doubts her relationship with Philip will last, dismissing it as a fleeting high school crush.