Off to the Races

Billie watches as Violet and DD enact their strategy and easily win the race. Overwhelmed with happiness, Billie hurries toward them as they celebrate in the winner’s circle, hugging and kissing Vaughn in front of everyone. When Cole arrives, he says something to Violet that astonishes her. When a reporter asks Billie about her altercation with Patrick, she deftly brushes aside the inquiry and then goes back to celebrating.

Hank, Violet, and Billie dote on DD, each praising the others for their roles in making the race a success. Hank teases Billie, saying that her relationship with Vaughn is now obvious. As Billie seeks out Vaughn, she overhears him speaking with Dalca, who offers him $10 million for DD. Vaughn refuses. Dalca then offers $20 million, which Billie recognizes as an outrageous offer. However, she is relieved when Vaughn refuses again. Dalca then states that in addition to the $20 million, he will give the press manufactured “proof” that Dermot wasn’t involved in the illegal gambling scheme. (Dalca explains that Dermot was truly guilty of these accusations, but he can make it seem as though Dermot was innocent.) Vaughn tells Dalca to send the relevant paperwork. Hearing this, Billie is crushed.