The Valley Season 2, Episode 14 Recap: She Who Must Not Be Named

The Valley Season 2 cast had just endured a cruise from hell after Janet Caperna escalated her ongoing feud with Danny Booko, this time accusing him of alleged sexual assault stemming from an incident between him, Jasmine Goode, and her girlfriend, Melissa (which was already discussed and resolved by all three of them).

Kristen Doute, shocked by the severity of words Janet used, didn't hold back in expressing how serious and damaging the accusation was. Tensions exploded as she and Janet stormed off the boat, furious and at odds. It was certainly the season's most dramatic episode yet.

The Bookos Look For A New Place With The Help Of Jasmine Goode

The cast is all back from Maui, and it's probably a trip some of them don't want to remember, besides Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick, who got engaged. Jasmine Goode, who works as a realtor, is on the hunt to find Danny and Nia Booko the perfect home as their family grows, as they have thoughts of having another child and having "four under four."

The three discuss what happened in Maui, and the fact that the Booko's are working with Jasmine should say a lot about their rekindled friendship. Janet continues to push buttons and is stirring the pot, and she still doesn't understand that she should not be involving herself in other people's issues.

"Janet, don't even want to say her name, may be Voldemort of the Valley," Nia shares.

We then head over to Scheana Shay's house, and she has both Janet and Michelle Saniei over to talk about the trip. "It was honestly a s*** show," Janet begins. Janet is still adamant that Danny does things when he is drunk and admits that she doesn't want to be around him when he drinks. Meanwhile, Scheana agrees with Janet, sharing that Kristen only likes to be with the popular girl, and she doesn't care who she hurts in the process. However, Kristen is clearly standing up for her friend, and we are here for it.

Finally, we hear what Jasmine has to say about the whole thing — since it truly is about her and Melissa. "Janet, I appreciate what you are trying to do, but it's making things worse. Now, you are bringing up more feelings, the relive again, and I don't think she understands that it is a sensitive subject for me and Melissa."

Jax Taylor Tries And Fails With His Manipulation Tactics On Brittany Cartwright

While Kristen hosts a photoshoot for her James Mae clothing line, Brittany Cartwright gets a call from Jax, who continues forcing his way back into her life — even insisting he needs her Ring passcode just to set up his own at his new condo. After all the spying he’s done from rehab, does he really think Brittany is that naive?

"He won't leave me alone. I'm definitely trying my hardest to move on, and then he is constantly hovering over me. He doesn't want me to be happy," Brittany shares.

Bringing up their Maui trip, Brittany finally agrees with Kristen on something: that Janet needs to drop the "S.A" accusation. However, she's ready to get out of there and doesn't want to speak about it, seeing that she's caught in the middle.

At Jax's new condo, he speaks to Jesse Lally about his complicated relationship with Brittany. He is clearly having a difficult time not seeing their son, Cruz, and pleads with Brittany over text to see him. "I don't have a say in a lot of things right now. The mother kind of runs the show," he shares.

"It's just really hard being able to only see your kid when she says."

Jax admits he’s faced plenty of low moments since leaving rehab — even considering going to his bar just to get drunk. But now, he claims he’s turning over a new leaf and wants to prove to Brittany that he’s a changed man. That’s going to be a tough sell.

Janet And Jason Get Ring Tattoos

Janet and Jason are really playing along with the whole ring accusation by getting matching tattoos on their ring fingers. Jason explains why they decided to feed on the rumor: "Janet and I are getting this tattoo so she can rest assured that when I'm out, I'll 100% have a ring on my finger, even if its not the actual gold ring, it's the tattooed ring." Wait, so he does take his ring off?

Janet feels that Jason is the only one to have her back, and she even questions why he's with her after seeing so many negative comments about herself social media. Janet shares that she's been bombarded with "insults" online thanks to Kristen calling her a "fan" of Vanderpump Rules. We then see several comments about what people have been saying about Janet, but that's nothing compared to saying Danny "S.A's" women.

• "Janet adds nothing, she is unlikeable."
• "Who is Janet? I'm here for Brittany, Jax, and Kristen."
• "Janet stalked the cast to get on TV."

Brittany Is Ready To Move On

Brittany allows Jax to come over to see Cruz because she needs to "set boundaries" and figure out how they will co-parent their son. "That's the only reason I want to look at him right now," she shares.

Brittany admits she still has a lot of anger towards Jax, but he wants to play by her rules so that their divorce goes smoothly, so when he sees Brittany he acts calmer, but Brittany knows this is all an act.

"Why not just go our separate ways and still be friends?" Really, Jax?

He then proceeds to ask Brittany if she wants to continue with a divorce, and she gladly says yes. The two's discussion gets heated and Brittany tells Jax that she isn't allowing Cruz to his new condo, not knowing if there could be strange women and drugs around the home. It’s a major blow to Jax, but one he brought on himself after everything he’s put her through.

In a confessional, Brittany shares that she will no longer protect Jax after having done so for years. Flashbacks show moments where she previously exposed his drug use and drinking habits. A producer then asks Brittany, "Why did you feel the need to protect him for so long?"

Brittany tearfully shares, "I don't know why. I didn't want him to get in trouble ... I tried, and at least I know that I really loved that man and I really tried to make him a better person. How can you continue to be there for somebody who won't change for you or your son?"

Their argument escalates when Brittany asks Jax to cover half of Cruz’s medical bills. In response, Jax says he wants 50/50 custody — but when Brittany pushes back, he fires back that since she now makes more money, he’ll be seeking alimony. The tension between them is palpable, and it’s no surprise when Brittany says she can’t even look at him.

Jax leaves Brittany's home and the two still have nothing resolved about their relationship or co-parenting relationship.

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The Valley Season 2 airs new episodes on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo. Stream episodes the next day on Peacock.