Nikki eventually learned this to be false, and Deacon Sharpe went down for the crime instead.
Nikki has only received vague answers from Diane about why she faked her own death for over a decade.
Nikki clarifies that she’s seeking revenge, however she isn’t looking for revenge againsthim.

It’s easy to infer that Nikki is looking for Deacon’s help in taking down Diane Jenkins.
The epiccrossover will occur on both “Bold” and “The Young and the Restless.
So far, fan reaction on social media has been positive regarding the storyline featuring Deacon and Nikki.

@MelodyThomasSco is a #YR soap legend.
This is going to be delicious!!”
Thank goodness ‘YR’ using him right now."