The Beyond the Gates recap for Wednesday, March 26, sees Dani process Chelsea’s decision to stop modeling while Naomi and Kat make plans for their next moves. Bill thinks Naomi taking the lawsuit is an attempt to repair their relationship while Hayley demands Naomi explain herself. Plus, Smitty learns Martin is sabotaging his job hunt.
What Happened On Beyond The Gates?
At the country club, Dani (Karla Mosley) was stunned when Chelsea (RhonniRose Mantilla) announced she was quitting modeling. Assuming it was a joke, Dani insisted she couldn’t give up her career on a whim.
Chelsea explained that she and Kat (Colby Muhammad) had already negotiated deals, but she was afraid to tell her mom. Dani accused her of punishing her, but Chelsea said she had simply grown into a different passion. Dani tore up Chelsea’s fashion show contract before downing a drink and telling her she was off the hook.
Dani remembered how she had fought with her mother over modeling before becoming a top model herself before she met Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett). Chelsea told her mom that she would always be grateful for her guidance. They hugged, and Nicole (Daphnée Duplaix), watching from a distance, smiled. After Dani left, Nicole told Chelsea to be patient with her mother.
Later, Dani returned home and wondered if she had pushed Chelsea into modeling to reclaim what she had lost. She stared at an old magazine cover of herself, drinking as she lamented her past. Nicole walked in as she sobbed.
MORE: Bill and Dani share pain on BTG.
Lawsuit Drama
Meanwhile, at Orphie Gene’s, Hayley (Marquita Goings) cornered Jacob (Jibre Hordges), praising his promotion and asking how to mend the rift between Naomi and Bill. Jacob refused to get involved, reminding her that Naomi wouldn’t let go of her anger.
At Bill’s office, Naomi presented her case, which Bill dismissed as flimsy. She argued that discovery would reveal damning evidence, but he insisted they could settle it amicably. She accused him of protecting his bottom line over victims, and he accused her of using the case for revenge. Naomi said, “I’ll see you in court,” and stormed out as Bill chuckled.
Later, Tomas (Alex Alegria) met Kat at Orphie Gene’s, venting about the lawsuit. He worried it could sink the firm but didn’t care about Mike going down. Kat thought it was amusing that Naomi was leading the charge. Their conversation turned flirtatious, but Kat dodged the topic.
Bill surprised Hayley by coming home early. However, the mood changed when he revealed Naomi was suing him. Hayley said the alleged victims had never mentioned anything to her. Bill wasn’t sure Mike was innocent, but he was sure the case wouldn’t make it to trial. He admired Naomi’s strategic approach. He even thought it might be her way of reconnecting with him. Mike called, and Hayley quickly rushed out.
Making Plans
Chelsea later met Kat at the country club, and Chelsea said she’d told Dani about herr decision to leave modeling. Kat was impressed. However, she wanted to talk about Naomi suing Bill’s firm, Tomas’ reaction to the lawsuit, and Eva’s (Ambry Michelle) flirtation with him. Chelsea told her not to pursue Tomas unless it was truly worth it.
Jacob met Naomi at a bar. He was surprised to hear Hayley was trying to play peacemaker. Naomi smiled as she told him about serving Bill the lawsuit. She admitted that their argument almost made her miss her dad. Jacob told her there was no shame in handing the case to another lawyer. He stepped away, and Hayley stormed in. She demanded to know what Naomi thought she was doing.
READ MORE: Here’s what happens next on BTG.
A Shocking Reveal
At home, Martin (Brandon Claybon) told Smitty (Mike Manning) that he had only mentioned his presidential ambitions to a few people. Smitty said they weren’t communicating well and worried about the impact a campaign would have on their kids. Martin insisted he wasn’t underestimating anything. However, Smitty refused to endorse him.
Later, at Orphie Gene’s, Martin spotted Evan — the man who had told him about Smitty’s job-hunting — and quickly hid behind a menu. Smitty waved Evan over, and Evan immediately offered Smitty a job. Evan also revealed that Martin had already declined the position on his behalf.
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