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Outside Ridge’s apartment complex, Sydney runs into Tori. Tori stops to say hello, suggesting they get coffee. Sydney declines the offer and explains how much Tori hurt her.

Back inside Ridge’s apartment, Sydney notices Brennan composing his own impromptu lyrics. Ridge isn’t in the room, so Sydney asks Brennan why he lets Ridge do all the writing when he’s just as talented. She encourages him to write his own lyrics, too.

Bridgette appears in a panic and begs for Sydney’s help. She’s worried that she’s pregnant and wants to take several tests. Sydney stays with her until she gets a negative result and then joins Ridge in his room. He thanks her for being so kind to his friends.

The next morning, Sydney and Warren go out for breakfast. Warren takes her to a hotel, where they sneak in and eat the continental breakfast. He admits he’s taken Maggie there before, and Sydney stiffens. Warren reminds her that Maggie will always be in Ridge’s life and urges her to talk to Maggie. Sydney realizes he’s right. Back at the apartment, she leaves a sleeping Ridge a note and drives to San Antonio to see Maggie.