Month: August 2023

General Hospital Transcript

 

Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Carly: Don’t! Shoo! Don’t you do that. You’re no fun. I’m tons of fun. But if you want french fries, you got to order them. No, I want information. About what? Your visit to pentonville.

[ Knock on door ] Oh. I come bearing gifts. Well, hello, ava.

[ Door closes ] Hi, I hope I’m not interrupting. Anyone with caffeine and sugar is definitely not an interruption. Thank you so much. You’re welcome. What brings you by? Well, I–I was at the gallery earlier and I saw trina. Mm. It’s been such a good distraction for her. I’m so grateful she has an outlet. I sure love having her back. But she, um — she gave me an update on curtis, and that’s the reason I came by. I know you have an awful lot to deal with, and I just — I just want to know if there’s anything I can do. Brent: You got it. Keep going. Almost there.

[ Breathing heavily ] You did it.

[ Exhales deeply ] Ahh.

[ Breathing hard ] Oh… phew. It’s not like I climbed mount everest or anything. Maybe not, but you made incredible progress and you should be proud of yourself. I’ll be proud of myself when I get out of here on my feet and go home.

[ Exhales deeply ] Alright, let’s go again. I think we should take a break. No way. Come on. Am I still going to be living with esme and ace at my grandmother’s house when she gets back? Uh… I-I don’t know. I honestly haven’t given it much thought. What kind of answer is that? No, I don’t mean to be flippant about it. It’s just that there’s been a lot going on, and I’ve been trying to make sure that my brother stays safe from esme as well as trying to be supportive of you. Yeah. I get it. Look, I never realized how much work went into taking care of a baby, and it is a lot, so it’s been difficult for me to think about, you know, practical, big picture things like where I’m going to be living as ace gets older. Look, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have brought it up. No, it’s okay. Don’t apologize. You have every right to ask the question. It’s just that I wish that I could give you a simple, straightforward answer. That’s the problem. There is no simple or straightforward answer. Oh, my god. This is a disaster. How? Just — just tell me, how could this have happened? Okay, you need to calm down. We don’t have all the facts yet. We have enough to know that deception is under direct attack. Someone is out to bring us down with malicious intent. I refuse — I refuse to let that happen.

[ Door closes ] We have to talk. Not now! Not now! Yes, now. I need to sell sasha’s deception stock, and I can’T. What the hell is going on? Mmm. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. I am not complaining, but what was that for? Just because. Hmm. Hey, I was wondering, uh… would you be down with doing me a favor? You don’t have to kiss me to get a favor. I know that. I wasn’t kissing you to get a favor. Mm-hmm. They’re two separate things. Okay. Would you mind going to check on cody at the quartermaines’? Sure. But he’s your friend, so why don’t you go? Because I think if I go and check on him, it’s going to make him act even crazier than he already is.

[ Crunching ] Sorry, bud. I just can’t do it. I can’t leave sasha just sitting there when I know she’s in trouble. I mean, I wouldn’t leave you with dangerous people. Not that I’m comparing sasha to a horse… or you to sasha. Although, if you think about it, you guys do have some similarities.

[ Horse whinnies in distance ] You’re both gorgeous. You’re both kind, sweet, make people happy. You both got a great head of hair. Mac: Cody, you in there? What the hell do you want?!

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Do you remember when I told you that gladys slapped cody with a restraining order and he went nuts and threatened her in front of me and mac? Yeah, but I wouldn’t blame anyone for having a problem with gladys. And I don’t think that cody would ever hurt a woman. Okay, exactly. Wh-when he was acting like he was going to kill her, I knew it was an act. Did you call him on it? Yeah. Took him into the interrogation room. He’s chucking around papers and kicking over chairs, and I finally got him to admit that he just couldn’t get into ferncliff to see sasha. He’s trying to act crazy so that he can get himself committed. What’s the emergency? We need to prep a statement for social media, pronto. That can wait. I’m the one with the emergency! Zip it. Not until you tell me what’s going on with sasha’s stock. Why can’t I sell it? Oh, because sasha is a co-owner of deception. None of us can sell our stock because of that lawsuit. Lawsuit? What are you talking about? Intellectual property theft. Someone’s claiming that we stole the design for the deceptor. I was just checking on you. How are you doing? Oh, how am I doing? How do you think I’m doing? I got two cops on my tail, dante won’t stop texting me, and you — you’re here.

[ Laughs ] You both keep waiting for me to commit a crime. Maybe I already did. Maybe I hit gellhorn jewelers and hid another bracelet around here. Why don’t you check around? Go ahead and search. Or better yet, why don’t you just cuff me right now and take me in, officer? It’s so sweet of you to offer. It really is. And, yes, there is something that you can do for me. Just name it. You can tell me how trina’s really doing. I know that you two have a special connection, and I don’t want to pry, but I would absolutely love your opinion. How’s trina handling everything? I think under the circumstances, trina is doing remarkably well, and she has spencer, and I know he’s very supportive. He’s clearly helping her through this. Is he really? That’s hard to believe, is it?

[ Scoffs ] I know that trina has feelings for spencer, but it’s just so much more complicated now with esme and ace coming as a package deal. And I’m worried. I-I’m worried that it’s going to be too much for her to handle. Spencer is good for trina. He makes her so happy. She lit up when he came into the gallery. But where spencer goes, trouble follows, and it’s the same with the whole family, I mean — you don’t have to tell me about the cassadine family, right? But, portia, I think that you should give spencer a chance, for trina’s sake. The one thing that I want to make certain of is that my little brother feels secure. I do not want him to feel abandoned the way that I did by my father. But you’re not his father. I understand that. But while my father is god knows where, it’s kind of up to me to fill that void. I’m going to make sure that he feels safe. I’m going to make sure that he feels secure, and I’m going to make sure that he feels loved, because I never had those things. I was the kid who was stuck alone in a big house by myself. And sure, I had staff there to take care of me, but that’s no way to raise a child. My father was never there, and other kids, they had parents to tuck them in at night. And what did I have? I had… chandler. Who’s that? Chandler was my chauffeur. I mean, can you imagine that? I was eight years old. I was eight. And my best friend in the world was the guy who was driving me around town in a limousine. I have memories — we would pull up outside my school and I would see the other kids getting out of minivans and their mothers kissing them on the cheek, and I wished with every fiber of my being that that was me. All I wanted was to be a part of a real family. That’s so sad. And then my father pretended to be dead for three years. Who does that to their kid? Who? He abandoned me, and now he abandons my little brother. I’m really sorry, spencer — and I just — and I just wish… I wish I knew where he was. A big part of me wants to believe that he was forced out of port charles. Maybe on some level, that makes it easier to accept. Maybe he was. You know what your uncle victor was capable of. Maybe he did something to your dad to — no. My father left us. He left us. But you don’t know that. Why do you always assume the worst of him? Because it’s all he’s ever shown me. Why do you want to know about pentonville? You were there to visit drew. Yeah. How do you…? Dex told you? Yep. Okay. What do you want to know? If you saw gatlin-holt, and if he was there with anyone.

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Jordan ashford, my pt, brent snyder. Are you curtis’s sister? Uh, jordan is my ex-wife. It’s a pleasure to meet you. Same here. I didn’t mean to interrupt. I’m glad you did. I was trying to get this guy to take a break. Well, brent, you must be good at what you do, because curtis is making great progress. He makes me look good. It’s all about how hard our patients are willing to work, and curtis is incredibly motivated. He might not be ready for a break, but I am. Nice to meet you, jordan. You’ve really come a long way with your physical therapy. You came all the way down here to check up on my progress? Actually, no. I have some news. Someone burned down anna’s house. If spencer wasn’t making trina happy, I would step in. But I hate to admit it — you’re right. For some reason, trina is able to look past all of the baggage that comes with spencer. So the only thing that I can really do is just be there for her if she needs me. And you have enough to deal with. When is curtis coming home? It’s not really a when. It’s more of an — of an if. At this point, I don’t — I just don’t really know where we stand. Oh, I’m so sorry. I — I hope I didn’t overstep. No, no, no, no, no. Um… of course I want curtis to come home as soon as he possibly can. It’s just that… I have no idea what he really wants. So you don’t know how much longer he’ll be in rehab? No, no, no. He’s — he’s dedicated to his physical therapy, but it’s about more than just his body healing. Um, the past couple times that I’ve visited him, it’s been tense, and he’s completely shut me out. And I just feel like I’m just walking on eggshells around him. If I compliment his progress, he sees that as pity. If I discuss anything else, it’s as if I’m, you know, avoiding the topic. I’m so sorry, portia. That must be very difficult. It is. So I just try to focus on the practical things in life, like getting the house ready. I’m just praying that curtis comes home. I don’t buy it. Excuse me? About your dad. You love him. You know there’s something good in there somewhere. I remember hearing a few happy stories, like when you were scared to get on a horse the first time, but your dad put you on his lap and told you that there was nothing to be scared of. And he sat with you on the horse for hours, until you felt comfortable. How do you do that? What? Find a way to talk me off a ledge. Or a tree.

[ Chuckles ] You’re right. I do love my father. And what if something bad did happen to him? Well? Yeah. Yeah, I saw gatlin-holt. I don’t know who he was visiting. Why? Why do you care? I don’t trust that guy, and neither should you. I mean, he’s nothing but trouble, carly. That makes sense. What do you mean? He’s seeing ava. She’s a magnet for trouble. You know, I just don’t know if I played it all entirely right with cody. How do you mean? Well, I shouldn’t have let him know that I knew what he was doing, ’cause then he just denied it and told me I was crazy and that either I had to lock him up or cut him loose. So you let him go? Well, yeah. Putting him in prison was going to be a worse idea, I think. What was mac’s take on it? Surprisingly, mac understood where he was coming from. I guess he had a similar situation with cody’s mother, dominique, when she was in a mental facility, because he broke in to try and get her out. Okay, well, that still doesn’t make it a good plan. No, cody rarely has good plans. My concern is that this guy is gonna get in there and he’s not going to be able to get out. You’ve had it out for me ever since the beginning, so why don’t we just get it over with and drag me down to the station? Cody… look, I’m sorry you feel that way, but it’s not true.

[ Scoffs ] I don’t think the worst of you. I know you have a good heart. It just really threw me when I found out you were dominique’s son. Why? I never even knew her. I wish you had. She was a very special person. She was kind and warm and gentle, but I always thought she was too trusting. Yeah. She sounds a lot like sasha. They had more in common than you realize. Dominique was also sent to a mental hospital.

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I don’t care who ava’s seeing as long as it doesn’t affect avery. I just want to know if you picked up on anything when you saw gatlin-holt. Um, I just saw him walk through the visiting area. He didn’t even stop to visit with anyone. I just assumed he was taking care of a patient in the prison. Why would you say that? ‘Cause he had his doctor bag with him, and I just assumed he was going to the infirmary. I wish that I could offer you some words of wisdom, but unfortunately, I do not have the best track record when it comes to healthy relationships. And I’m not one to throw stones. To say that curtis and i were going through a rough patch before the shooting — yeah, that would be an understatement. He was just so hurt when I didn’t tell him that he could be trina’s father, and I don’t blame him. It almost destroyed our relationship, and we were actually making baby steps towards healing when he was shot. But even if we hadn’t faced all of those hurdles, even if we had been blissfully happy since the wedding, I still think that curtis would have reacted the same way in his situation. So you don’t think his hostility is about what happened before his injury? No, no. I think that this is about curtis. It’s about how vulnerable he feels. You know curtis. You know he’s very, very proud. And it’s as if he doesn’t want me to see him in that way. He doesn’t want me to see him in — in a wheelchair. I imagine that he doesn’t want to seem weak or helpless, right? But he isn’t helpless. Even if he has to spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair, it’s not going to make me love him any less. And I’ve told him that. I’ve made it clear to him that I’m in this with him. I’m in it for the long haul, no matter what life throws at us. But he’s still keeping his distance. Yes. And it makes him pull away from me even more. You said someone burned down anna’s house, so you must have proof it was arson. So this is what we know so far — anna went for a late-night run sometime after 10:30. She thinks she was gone about 45 minutes. When she got home and saw the flames, she called the fire department, but by the time they arrived, the whole place was engulfed. So the arsonist was watching, waiting for her to leave. And at that late hour, they could have hid under the cover of darkness. No one would have even noticed them. Exactly. And clearly, they just wanted to send a message. Unlike the shooting at the metro court pool, they didn’t want to kill anna. Yeah, but, see, you have to prove that there was intent to kill. I mean, the bullet that hit me was a ricochet. So what’s your theory? Maybe the shooter wasn’t intending to hit their target. Like the fire, maybe they were just trying to send a message. And you were collateral damage. We don’t know if anything bad happened to your father. We just have to hope that your grandmother and kevin come back with answers. Yeah. Right. Okay, well, let’s get to work. I can help you hang these paintings for the art show. Do you know how much there is to do before we get to that stage? I have to check in every painting, log in all the artist information, and make the tombstones. The tombstones? That’s the little label that goes next to the artwork describing the piece. Oh, you have a lot to learn, so let’s get busy.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Um, she wants to know if I’m coming home for dinner. She? Esme? I don’t understand. Oh, we’ve been served. It’s a lawsuit filed for huge damages. And if that wasn’t bad enough, our deception stocks are frozen. Frozen? Frozen? Frozen. “Let it go.” The lawsuit claims that the design for the deceptor was stolen. Which it wasn’T. It was not. It was 100% my idea, with a little inspiration from marty, of course. But it was all mine. But who filed the lawsuit? We don’t know. The plaintiff is just listed as an llc. I don’t even know what those letters mean. It means we don’t know who’s suing us, gladys. Okay, well, then how — how are we going to get the ban on selling stock lifted?

[ Scoffs ] Gladys, you don’t seem to understand what’s going on here. We cannot sell our stocks. It’s a court order. Well, then un-order it! We have to do something! I need the damn money! I was in love with dominique, and I know she would have adored you. The crazy thing is, cody, I understand your instinct to want to rescue sasha. I tried to do the same thing with dominique, so I get where you’re coming from. Then why don’t you just back off and leave me alone? Because I can’t! For a short time, I thought you were my son. It was a feeling I’ve never had before — until it wasn’T. I have to look out for you. It’s what dominique would have wanted, okay? I’m here to help you, so please let me. Cody?

[ Door closes ] Where are you going?

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I’m so sorry, portia. I just don’t know what more I could do. I’m trying to convince curtis that my love for him has nothing to do with whether he can walk or not. And of course, I am praying that he gets out of that wheelchair, but if he doesn’t, it just doesn’t change my love for him. You know, it may seem like curtis is trying to keep his distance from you, but I think that’s probably just a defense mechanism. He knows that he needs your support. He just doesn’t want the guilt that comes along with it. Yeah, but what does he have to feel guilty about? I’m the one — I’m the one that hurt him. I don’t want to play armchair psychologist here, but maybe he thinks that you’d be giving up your life to take care of him. But I wouldn’t be giving anything up. It would be — it would be challenging to adjust to a new reality, but I just feel like that’s what marriage is about — “in sickness and in health.” Yeah. I’m not the one you need to convince, though, right? You need to go and you need to tell curtis this. Tell him how you feel. I have tried. I have tried. He’s not listening to me. Well, then make him listen. Tell him again and again and again until he hears you! Because you know, curtis may not be able to admit it right now, but he really needs you. Any updates on the fire at anna devane’s house? Oh, great. Can you send me that file?

[ Knock on door ] Yeah. Okay, great. Thanks. Hey, valentin. Hey, dante. Charlotte should be down any second. Great. Listen, thank you for letting her stay here while laura’s out of town. Yeah, of course. She’s family, right? And rocco’s really enjoyed hanging out with her again. Good. I figured that it would be safer for her to be here than with me, and given what happened, looks like I was right. Yeah. Yeah. I’m sorry about all that, anna’s house burning down. I mean, where are you going to live now? Great, another one here to hassle me. What, did dante send you to do his dirty work? To hell with the both of you. That went well. I’m worried about cody. He’s just so combative. He won’t listen to reason. Yeah, I know. Dante told me about his meltdown at the pcpd. He totally lost control. He was paranoid and hostile. I’m doing my best to calm him down, but he just won’t listen to reason. You know, hopefully being here at the quartermaines’ will help him, and the horses will be a good distraction. Yeah, let’s hope so. Look, I have to head out, but keep me in the loop. Yeah. If cody needs anything, let me know. Yeah, of course. Certainly. Go ahead. Thanks. Mm-hmm.

[ Door closes ] You got rid of the cop. Great, now it’s your turn. There’s the door. No, no, no, no. Stop. Drop the act! I’m not going anywhere until you tell me what the hell is going on. Thanks for the information. Mm-hmm. How was your visit with drew? He’s hanging in there. He’s much better now that he’s out of solitary confinement. Thank you. Why was he there in the first place?

[ Sighs ] He was defending an inmate. Oh, that sounds like drew. Yeah, except that it was cyrus renault. Why would he want to protect that guy? I don’t know. I don’t understand it myself. But that’s why we got to get him out of there, sonny. I’m afraid the other inmates are going to want to retaliate. You don’t have to worry about book. Who’s book? Book’s a punk, and he’s not gonna bother drew again. That’s why dex was there. So she wants you to come home for dinner? Well, I would much rather stay here with you. Look, I get it. There’s a ton of things I have to do for this exhibit, so you just go home and have dinner with ace. Well, his dinner consists of a bottle. It’s really not much of a big — okay, alright. Thank you for understanding. You’re probably right.

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I can’t believe you let mac think that you were actually having a nervous breakdown. Maybe I am. No, the timing is way too convenient, so you can drop the act. Tell me the real story. Sam — no. First, you try to go and see sasha, and that failed. And then suddenly, out of the blue, you want to put yourself in a straightjacket. You can’t con a con. I know a play when I see one. Then help me pull it off. Why do you need to sell sasha’s stock? Well, not all of it. It’s just that her medical bills are piling up. Well, doesn’t she have insurance? Well, of — of course, but the deductible is huge. The only way I can pay for it is to sell her stock. Gladys, it’s not gonna happen. But can’t — can’t you get the lawsuit thrown out? Obviously, our lawyer is working on that, and you just need to calm down. Okay, they need to work faster, ’cause I can’t wait. You’re gonna have to. Our hands are tied. It’s up to the court now. The plaintiff submitted their design process right along with ours.

[ Chuckles ] Talk about theft. How in the world did they get their hands on our designs? Which actually shouldn’t matter, should it? Because they were not stolen. It was all right from in here. But now our bestselling product is on ice, our stocks are tanking, and this is an absolute nightmare which gummies probably won’t fix. Yeah, well, we’re still figuring things out, but in the meantime, as far as charlotte is concerned — I mean, if she’s happy here, I don’t see any reason to uproot her. I mean, if that’s okay with you. Yeah, yeah, it’s fine. We love having her. How’s anna doing? Well, it’s an emotional time. She didn’t just lose her home, she lost all her possessions, I mean, things that meant something to her. And of course, that happened after her past was exposed. Yeah. She’s been through a lot. That’s weird timing, huh? The fire. It’s kind of suspect, when you think about it. I mean, whoever did it, they must have been surveilling the house, ’cause anna wasn’t there. You weren’t there. I heard you were at elq that night or something? Yeah, I had a minor emergency I had to take care of. Oh, no. I’m sorry. What kind of emergency would be at elq at that time of night? Papa!

Mon petite! I had a great day at camp. Great. I can’t wait to hear all about it. I hope you won’t be offended if I point out your ex-wife is one attractive lady.

[ Chuckles ] Why would I be offended? Jordan’s a beautiful woman. Is she a beautiful woman who happens to be single? I don’t keep tabs on my ex-wife. I hope she comes to visit again.

[ Chuckles ] For you or for me? Hey, I’m just looking out for my patients. It makes me happy when you guys have visitors. And should the opportunity present itself again, perhaps I can get to know jordan a little bit better. Oh, you don’t know jordan, but she’s — she’s a great lady. Very complicated. I can deal with complicated.

[ Cellphone chimes ] I need to check in with my supervisor. I’ll get you started as soon as I’m back. No rush. I know what to do. ‘Sup. Hey. What, is my form lacking? No, not at all. I…[ Sighs ] I was just wondering if I could ever get that far. Dr. Robinson, I was just here helping trina get set up for her art show. Oh, I see. So, how’s ace? He’s doing great. Good. Good. Those parenting classes with esme, they must really be helping. Oh, yeah. They’re really helping a lot. Okay, well, I will let you get back to work. Uh, enjoy your dinner. Sorry. [ Chuckles ] I didn’t mean to intrude. I-I just wanted to bring you dinner to celebrate your first week back at the gallery. No, it’s okay. I’m glad you’re here. I know you probably need a distraction with everything you and curtis are going through.

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Alright, guilty as charged. But I have to get into ferncliff. It’s the only way I can help sasha. But that means getting yourself committed. Exactly. Oh, you must be really crazy if you think that that plan will work. Have you ever seen “one flew over the cuckoo’s nest”? Once you get in, it’s really hard to get out. Then help me. What, help you fake crazy? No. Help me get committed.

[ Laughs ] Yeah, no way. I told you about the cit program, right? The counselor in training program, yeah. And a bunch of my friends are doing it, too. Well, that’s great. I mean, you must be excited to see them after so much time away. You know what’s weird, papa? What? In some ways, my friends are so different, but in others, they’re exactly the same. Well, you’re still enjoying being with them, though, right? Yeah. But it’s hard at the end of the day, when I see them being picked up by their moms. You miss your mom? Dante took me to see her last week. [ Sighs ] I keep hoping she’s going to wake up, but she never changes. Go grab your backpack. I’m hungry. We’re gonna eat by the pool at the metro court. Dante, I really appreciate everything you’re doing for charlotte, but if you’re going to take her to see lulu, will you let me know? Because it’s very upsetting for her. It is upsetting for her, valentin, but lulu’s her mother, and charlotte asked me to take her to see her, and I’m going to do that every time without asking your permission. I’m ready for a cheeseburger. Great. Let’s go. Bye, dante. See you. Have a good time. Man, your determination, it’s impressive. I mean, I sit here and I wonder how long it would take me to get to your level, and then I think I’ll probably never get there. If you start comparing yourself to other disabled people in terms of what you can and can’t do, you’ll drive yourself crazy. Everyone’s situation is different. You have to learn what limits you can push past and which ones you have to accept. That’s easier said than done. You know, I’m still trying to wrap my brain around… you know. Look, do I have a different life than I expected? Sure. But it’s still my life, so despite the limitations, I’m gonna live it to the best of my ability. And you should, too. Well, everybody’s really pulling together for curtis. Stella is gonna stay in town, and poor n’neka, she’s overwhelmed at the savoy, so marshall is going to help out and look for a manager, you know, that’s gonna — that’s good. Yeah, help out until curtis gets on his — that’s really good. Until curtis is — is feeling better. Did you go to visit him today? I tried. Visiting hours were over? No, no. I drove there, but I didn’t make it out of the parking lot. I just…sat there.

[ Voice breaking ] I just sat there in the car for 20 minutes, looking at the building. But I couldn’t do it. I couldn’t — I couldn’t go in. And I wanted to see him. I wanted to see him so badly. But every time I visit, he pushes me away, and I just couldn’t go through that again. Maybe right now, curtis just needs space. Just let him go through his physical therapy, and he’ll come around. I’m not so sure about that. And I feel so utterly selfish. I mean, curtis is in a wheelchair, and I’m upset because he’s pushing me away? I want to be there. I want to be there for him so bad… but he doesn’t want me. I don’t know what to do. There are no easy answers. So how is dex? Why would you ask that? Because he’s dating my daughter, and I don’t want her dragged into some dangerous situation. Dex is smart. He knows how important josslyn is to me. He cares about her. He’s not going to let anything happen to her. Let’s hope so. I got to run. If you find out anything else as far as austin visiting pentonville, let me know. ‘Cause he gets under my skin, and I’m gonna find out why.

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thanks hello, anna. Hey. How are you holding up? Yeah, sorry. I’m just wearing jeans. I’ve had to go out and buy some clothes. You could wear a burlap sack and you’d still look great.

[ Chuckling ] Thank you. That’s very nice. You hungry? ‘Cause I’ve been cooking for hours in the kitchen. Really? What are you making? Our very special lunch. Sasha, are you up for a visitor? No, no, no, no, no, no.

[ Whimpers ] What’s wrong with her? Dr. Montague says she’s going through withdrawal. From what? Drugs? That doesn’t make any sense. Wouldn’t she have gone through withdrawal already? Unfortunately, dr. Montague says she’s been using here in ferncliff.

[ Stammers ] Sasha found someone to bring her drugs. Who? How? She’s not allowed any visitors. I’m the only one who gets to see her. The medical staff gets to see her, and so does the custodial staff. You’d be surprised what an addict will do in order to get what they want. Marshall, so good to see you again. We are blessed with a beautiful day. Are you here for a swim? I’m waiting on my sister-in-law. Well, since she hasn’t arrived yet, this is a great opportunity for us to revisit my offer to purchase the savoy. Stella, it’s so great having you back working here. Well, as long as my family needs me, and, lord, do they ever, I am sticking around port charles. I might as well keep busy and earn some extra money while I’m at it.

[ Door opens, closes ]

[ Clatters ]

[ Screams ] Trina, you scared me. I’m so sorry. I promise you it sounded worse than it was. Oh, my god. What are you doing here? Oh, how is avery? Is everything okay? W-what’s — what’s wrong with avery? What’s dr. Gatlin-holt doing here? I mean, he had his doctor’s bag. Maybe he was here seeing a patient or just doing some form of community service or something. Yeah, I never liked that guy. He manipulated chase into spying on the quartermaines. I remember that. I can’t figure out what his deal is. Something about him I don’t trust. Guard: Here’s your patient, dr. Gatlin-holt. Dr. Gatlin-holt, it’s so nice to see you again. And it’s good to know someone still makes house calls. Okay. Mr. Renault, how about we just get this over with?

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What? What is it?Did something happen to avery? No, I mean, joss just told me that she was sick, that she has a cold. Oh. I think the new nanny told her that, but joss is not a fan of hers. Yeah. You know, I think we might have made a mistake, letting pilar go. I mean, she did make a mistake, that’s true, but avery likes her so much and she was so comfortable with her, and I think just because somebody has a spotless résumé as a nanny doesn’t mean that person is the right person to take care of your particular child. Are you talking about pilar or betty? Um… I-I think that sonny and i should give pilar another chance. But e-enough about that. How are you? How’s your summer? How’s spencer? I wouldn’t know. You’d have to ask esme. I’m sure austin has a very good reason for being here at pentonville, and I’m not gonna waste any more time speculating about him. Well, I like the sound of that. Yeah. I want to focus on you. You told me you saved cyrus’ life. I mean, that means every inmate in here thinks you’re his ally. I mean, doesn’t that put you in even more danger? It’s just the way life works in prison. You can’t stay neutral. That’s not realistic. Like it or not, everybody in here, everybody is allied with somebody else. You’re not answering my question. Doesn’t that mean the enemies of cyrus are now going to be targeting you? You’re a lucky man. Yes, I know. The good lord chose to keep me on this earth for a while longer so I can continue doing his work. No. You’re a lucky man because you had a heart attack in front of a trained navy seal who knew enough to keep you alive until the medical professionals could arrive. You are lucky that drew cain was there to intervene, otherwise, you wouldn’t be alive. I’m thankful god chose to put drew in my path that day. That whole experience was enlightening in so many ways. Yeah, I’m sure. And if that helps you sleep at night, I’m happy for you. Me? I’m a big fan of science, and this is medicine, this is for your heart. This is a statin and it will help unclog your arteries. You take it once a day with baby aspirin. Really, doc? That’s it? No lollipop? This is so delicious. Who taught you how to cook? I taught myself. Cooking relaxes me. I rarely cook, honestly. I’ve grown to like it a bit more, though, but I can’t remember the last time I spent a significant amount of time in my kitchen. I’m sorry your house burnt down. I think it’s hitting me harder than I thought it would. It’s your home. You’re gonna be hurt. Yeah, but… I mean, I hadn’t lived there that long. You know, and the stuff inside, it’s just things, like furniture and clothes and… I-I have to remind myself that the important thing, no one was hurt. Like, what if robin and the kids had been visiting or if charlotte was home? That’s the stuff that I keep running around and around in my head. Well, you know, look, the important thing is that nobody was hurt, yeah, that’s true, but it is your home, and you picked out the furniture, your clothes, and you felt safe. And someone deliberately destroyed that. They wanted to take what you valued and leave you with nothing. Yeah. I mean, whoever is out there trying to ruin my life, they’re doing a pretty good job. Thank you, emma. Hi, honey. My name is stella henry. And the nurse told me that your mom was brought in with a lung issue and put on a ventilator, and I know that must be very scary for you. Is there anyone that

I can callto come here and be with you — your dad, grandparents, a sibling? It’s just me and my mom. And now she can’t talk, and I don’t know what the doctors were saying to me. Well, that’s where I come in. My job is to help you understand all the medical jargon so that you know exactly what’s going on with your mom. Okay?

[ Sniffles ] All right, now, what’s your name? Joni. Good name. I got a friend back home named joni.

[ Pen scratching ] And your mother’s name? She’s pretty amazing, isn’t she? She knows exactly what to say. We see it here all the time. Stella is hands down the best patient advocate we have. If anything ever happened to me, I’d want her in my corner.

[ Chuckles ] I didn’t ask you to join me.

[ Scoffs ] I find that it’s so much more civilized to discuss business in comfort. We have no business to discuss. I thought I told you the savoy is not for sale. Yes, but that conversation happened in front of your son, who has suffered a devastating injury. I understand that you didn’t want to discuss taking anything else away from him, but we’re alone now. It’s time for you to face reality. Either sell the club to me, or, simply put, the savoy will go under. Sasha, honey. It’s me, gladys. Sasha. Do you know who I am? Gladys, you’re here.

[ Breathing heavily ] Yeah. It’s me. I-I don’t understand. Why — why is this happening? Why — why is what happening? Everything hurts. Is — is — is brando coming? Oh. Sweetheart… we lost brando. He’s not coming. No. No, no, no, I — I-I need him. I-I… I need brando. Everything hurts. Everything hurts. Everything hurts. What have you done to my daughter-in-law?

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So, any progress on trying to find out, you know, who burnt down your house? No, no. I-I was with dante this morning at the pcpd, but, um, nothing. I’ve asked around, I haven’t heard anything, and I’m trying to figure out if the shooting at the pool was meant for you or me. But if you were the target, do you think there’s a connection between the fire and the shooting? I really can’t — I don’t know. I mean, I’m not sure what’s more upsetting, if… this thought that there’s an individual out there laser-focused on ruining my life, or if there are multiple people out there after us. I’d still like to offer you protection. Thank you. Dante offered that this morning, too. But I will tell you what I told him — thank you, but no. Dante’s a cop. It doesn’t make sense for him to guard you. And if you don’t want the cops to track you — look, I —

[ Chuckles ] I’m just — I’m just a friend who’s worried for your safety. What do you want? I work for sonny corinthos. He sent me here with a message for you. What’s that? You shouldn’t have to take on cyrus’ enemies. I can only imagine that’s one hell of a list. Well, I can’t undo what’s already happened. Like it or not, I set something in motion when I stepped in to help cyrus. There’s no way to stop it. Well, that’s where you’re wrong. Why? What are you thinking? I’m thinking we can avoid all this by focusing on getting you out of here. Glad it’s not a child-proof cap. Again, lucky you. Ah.

[ Exhales sharply ] God certainly works in mysterious ways. All right.

[ Exhales sharply ] I have done everything that you have asked me to do, and now it’s your turn. It’s your turn to — to repay the favor. Do unto others, right? That’s the basics for your newfound faith, right? Because I’m done. I’m done cleaning up your messes. I’m done cleaning up mason’s messes. I’m — I’m — I’m done risking the integrity of general hospital, putting innocent people at risk. I’m — I’m done. I have more than paid off my debt, and I want out. Oh, do you now? I know it can’t be easy to watch spencer and esme playing house with spencer’s little brother. Yeah. I mean, I-I don’t blame spencer. I know it shouldn’t bother me. I mean, if I had a little brother whose mother was esme, I know I wouldn’t take my eyes off him. Yeah. And I understand spencer’s impulse. He’s worried about ace. I get that. Family is too important to take for granted, and I see that with my mom and everything that’s going on with curtis. I mean, my dad. So I don’t blame spencer forstanding by his little brother. That’s what family does. I have some answers for you. I spoke to dr. Burns and he said he put your mother on a ventilator because her lung collapsed, and he also thinks there might be a possible infection, so he’s ordered some other tests to figure out why her lung collapsed in the first place and what could be causing the potential infection. And he may need to put a stent in her lungs to help her breathe better. It’s a serious situation, but it is far from being fatal, and dr. Burns expects your mom to make a full recovery.

[ Sobbing ] Really? Yes, yes. Oh, sweetie. Thank you, stella. You’re so welcome, sweetheart. I want her out of this place today. Take a look at your daughter-in-law, gladys. She’s in no shape to be released. She’s a mess. Because of you! You put her in this nuthouse, and you’re the one who can get her out. So she can go straight to prison?

[ Groans ] All of this is t– it’s too much, and I want it to stop. Sure, gladys. Anything you want. That is, after you pay me for all my trouble. I’d say $50,000 will do the trick.

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Wow! This new showing is really something, guys. I always knew that ava’s gallery was for the birds.

[ Laughs ] Hee-hee-hee, very funny, spencer. Is this someone who I’m familiar with? No, it’s just this very talented up-and-comer I happen to have great faith in. Trina can tell you all about it. Trina, I am gonna go and take care of what we discussed earlier, so… okay, so tell me about this new showing. It looks very cool, very exciting. You haven’t seen me in forever, and you really want to talk about the new art exhibit when we have much better things to do? Much better things to do. Like what? Like this. Joni? Your mom’s asking for you.

[ Gasps ] I can take you to see her. See, didn’t i tell you? Your mom’s gonna be okay. Thank you, stella, for everything. Oh, you’re so welcome, sweetheart.

[ Chuckles ] Now go see your mom, and if you need anything after, I’ll be right here, okay? Excuse me. We’ve never met before, but my name is felicia scorpio. Hi, felicia, I’m stella. What can I help you with? I was noticing you with that young girl, and the way that you comforted her was really remarkable.

[ Chuckles ] Well, thank you, felicia, but honestly, I was just doing my job. Which is what exactly? A social worker. Well, here at G.H., I’m a patient advocate. I help patients and family of patients navigate their way through the healthcare system, which can be very daunting for the average person. Must be very rewarding to be able to help people. It is a very rewarding job. But you also have to remember that not every patient gets better, so there are some rough days, too. Marshall: What are you telling me? If my son doesn’t sell you the club, you’re gonna run — run the savoy out of business? I’m sorry. Allow me to clarify. I’m just stating the truth. That curtis isn’t physically capable of running the savoy right now, and you’re not qualified to run the hippest club in town. You don’t have the connections or know the ins and outs to keep it going. I’ll tell you what i do know. I know you’re running an illegal poker game in the back room, and as my first act as manager, your poker game [Snaps] Is done. You being welcomed at the club anymore is done.

[ Snaps fingers ] And whatever you got on curtis or whatever arrangements you have with curtis,

[Snaps] Done. You ain’t got nothing on me, lady. You’ve lived long enough to know how life works. Everyone has something that can be used against them. It’s just a matter of me finding what yours is. $50,000? I don’t have that kind of money. But sasha does, and you’re in charge of her finances, so you do have that kind of money. It’s not liquid. It’s not like it’s sitting in some account somewhere. I’d have to sell stock, and I’m already in debt to selina wu, and I can’t sell any more. Well, if I were you, I’d find a way to figure it out because sasha isn’t leaving ferncliff until I get paid. I really appreciate your friendship. It’s nice. It feels…

[ Exhales deeply ] Well… it comes with amazing food.

[ Laughs ] And now that I’m no longer in law enforcement, it’s a lot less complicated, too. So…you agree to have my guys watch you? No. No? [ Chuckles ] I don’t want your people following me, I really don’t because I treasure my privacy. And my autonomy. You know, I can still have my guys watching you.

[ Stammering ] Just think about that for a second — how does that work? Because if — if I have strangers trailing me, I’m not gonna know if they’re your guys that are following me or if they’re, you know, the bad guys, so you see how that would be confusing? All right, all right, I won’t pressure you. I just want you to know that I’m here, I’m available, and, uh, I got a lot of resources if you need help. I know you mean it. I also know you have challenges of your own. Yeah, but I can handle that. You want some more parmesan?

[ Both laugh ] Well, I — no, you can have a bit more. Remedies everything, I suppose, doesn’t it? Mr. Corinthos wants drew cain to be left alone. Don’t mess with him, don’t approach him, nothing. Carly, I pled guilty. I accepted the verdict. There’s no way to get out of that. I disagree. That sentence that the judge imposed on you was unfair and wrong, and it wasn’t what you agreed to with the da. There has to be a way to appeal it, get it overturned, and get you the hell out of here. You want out? Just like that? Just like that. Mm. I do. And I’m — I’m hopeful that you’re gonna be open to the idea of ending things because we go way back. Don’t we, mr. Renault? When I was a kid, man… when you showed up at the house, it was like christmas morning. It was the only time in my childhood that I can remember that my mom stopped crying. It was great. For her, it was like — it was like it was her birthday or something, every single time, and it was so good for me. It was like a-a relief, you know? ‘Cause for those little chunks of time, I didn’t have to be her perfect little man. And I’m so grateful. I really am. Thank you. Thank you for paying for all of my education. And thank you for checking on me all of those years. I’m grateful. But that’s enough. It’s — it’S… it’s enough. ‘Cause now, it’s just all the — the downside because little by little, you and mason, you roped me into this world that I just don’t belong in. Whatever gratitude there was between us, you have manipulated it, and any love that might have been between us, you have twisted it. And you have exploited my skills as a doctor and you’ve used me, you’ve coerced me, and you’ve — you’ve — you’ve forced me to do things that I didn’t even think a person could do, ever. I didn’t know I was capable of that. I look at ava jerome right in the eyes and I-I lie to her — beautiful woman. I told her her husband was dead. Who does that? I’m done. Ava deserves to know the truth. She deserves to know that nikolas is alive and that I’m the reason — I saved his life.

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Heya, sonny. Hey. So has there been any word? Have you figured out who austin and mason’s mystery boss is? I’m working on it. How about you? Are you working on it on your end? Hello. Hey, anna. I was thinking about ordering some food. Are you hungry? Uh, no, not really. Um, I just had lunch with sonny. You’re being very open about your friendship with sonny these days. Well… I’m not wearing a badge anymore. You could say the conflict of interest is gone. Kinda like my house. You can threaten me all you want. The answer is not gonna change. I can assure you that no threat was being implied. I’ve lived my life, paid my consequences, and I ain’t got nothing left to lose, but I will do whatever it takes to protect my son and his interests, which means his dream. The savoy is not for sale. Your illegal poker game is shut down. Now, this conversation is over. I’m gonna need that chair for my sister-in-law. Goodbye, ms. Wu. Do patient advocates have to be social workers? No, not necessarily. Why are you so interested? Well, I’m thinking about changing careers. I want to do something that’s more about service and giving back to the community, especially G.H. Why G.H.? Well, general hospital is where they saved my daughter’s life when she was a little girl. Oh. Well, if you’re interested in giving back, I think you should definitely look into becoming a patient advocate. The work can be very challenging at times, but it is the most rewarding job I have ever had. Yeah, okay, I definitely missed that.

[ Chuckles ] There’s a lot of things we’ve missed. Yeah. About that — I know that this was supposed to be our time to connect with each other after everything that happened in greenland, but — don’t — no. Don’t apologize. He’s your little brother. And I just don’t want him to suffer the same fate that I did. I know that it’s really, really far from ideal for me to be living at my grandmother’s house with esme and ace… while she’s off looking for my father. I — [ Chuckles ] Yeah, um… my hope is that my living situation improves once my grandmother and kevin get back, but I know that my family’s situation is really complicated. I really wish that I had something simple like what you have. Had. With curtis being shot and paralyzed, my life is far from being ideal. How’s he doing?

[ Sighs ] It’s hard seeing him suffer like that. And my mom, too, ’cause she wants to help him so badly. So badly, and he keeps shutting her out, and — and the worst part is that there’s nothing I can do to make it better, and I just feel like… hey, hey. I’m gonna hire diane. Your sentence was harsh and arbitrary, and there has to be a judge out there who would at least review it, and diane is the perfect person to find that judge and argue the case. Carly, I hate being in here. I-I hate it. I hate being away from you and scout, but I have to do the time. No, you don’T. If there’s a chance that we can get him to over– see, that’s just it. The cha– I — just hoping like that, hoping for an early release, that — that is its own form of torture. I wasn’t going after drew. I was going after cyrus, then drew got in the middle, otherwise, I would have left him alone. Mr. Corinthos doesn’t want any explanations or excuses. He wants full compliance, so… even if drew spends all day, every day with cyrus renault, that’s his business. You don’t go anywhere near him. I’m done. This thing that I did with nikolas is the last thing that I do. We’re even now. That’s it? You’ve got nothing to say? Go in peace. So, what are you planning to do with this piece of information that I just gave to you? I’ll do what I should have been doing all along — god’s work. Where are you going?

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Ha, ms. Wu.

[ Chuckles ] I was hoping to find you here. That must mean you have your next payment. Yeah, a-about that, um… there’s a little problem getting the money together. Some kind of hold was put on sasha’s deception stock, but — but — but don’t worry, I will do everything I can to clear it up quick. I’m not here to listen to your problems. I want my money. I’m worried about you, anna. I’ve been talking to the pcpd. It’s unfortunate that I can’t head up the investigation into the fire since I accepted this new role as deputy mayor, but I need you to know I am monitoring your case. Thank you, thank you. I appreciate what everyone is doing, really, but, um… it’s — it’s strange there just aren’t any leads. I find that quite interesting. Do you think the arson could be connected to the shooting here that injured curtis? Marshall, I’m so sorry to keep you waiting. No need to apologize. Work you’re doing at G.H. Is important.

[ Chuckles ] I couldn’t agree with you more. And I think I might have recruited someone new to join my department. I would not count curtis out just yet. I mean, it is really, really hard for me to imagine someone as vital and active as curtis facing life in a wheelchair. Do you remember what kind of badass he was in greenland? That was amazing. I think that you really need to trust that he’s gonna figure this out. And as soon as he gets his thoughts together, he’s gonna do the right thing by your mom. I just wish I can do something.

[ Sighs ] Trina, you can’t put that on yourself. I think ultimately, you need to remember that this is something that’s between your mom and curtis, and even though i view you as superwoman, this is one battle that your mom is gonna need to fight on her own. And what’s more, your mom is one hell of a doctor, so she is not going to let curtis get anything other than the very, very best care that he possibly can, no matter what he says. The most important thing that you can do… is stand by your parents because that’s what family does. I did just what you asked me to do. I went to austin and I asked him if betty had found any information about you and pikeman. What’d he say? He assured me that they had everything they need and that as soon as the information is given to their boss, then we get nikolas’ body back and this will all be over. Do you think austin believes that? Do you think that mason and the mystery boss is just gonna hand nikolas’ body over to you? And lose whatever leverage they have? If you want to stay on mr. Corinthos’ good side, not only are you going to avoid any trouble with drew, but you’re gonna help him out if he gets into trouble with anyone else. Got it. But for the record… drew is pretty good at taking care of himself. I know this is your life, but I’m gonna fight for you. And if there’s the slightest chance that we can get you out of here, we’re gonna take it.

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Oh, sasha, I do have sympathy for you. You’re so confused. W-wait. Gladys was — was just here, wasn’t she? Yes, yes, she was. But — but… is she s-still here? No, she had to go. But wh– well — well, why did — where did she go? She went to save you, sasha. And for your sake, you better hope she comes through. Selina, please. I’m good for the money. You know that. Do I really? I mean, in the past, I’ve always made my payments on time. There’s just a little problem with the deception stock. Yes, you already said that. Right, so — so you get it. I just — just need a little more time. Time is what you don’t have because I’m shutting down the poker game. What? Why? I don’t have to explain anything to you, gladys. But when I close down the poker game, I’ll also be closing the books on it. No more extensions. No more credit. Payment in full. I don’t have any evidence to support my theory, but my instinct tells me that the shooting here — it’s not related to the arson at all. I really wish we had something on the shooting. Any lead, even a small one, because curtis is really going through it at the rehab facility. Even though we’re fairly certain curtis wasn’t the intended target, it sure would help him to know who was responsible for leaving him paralyzed and unable to walk. Someone saw me in action at work today at G.H. And she asked me about my job, particularly the patient advocacy part, and I got a chance to tell her how wonderful the job could be and how it really gives you a sense of giving back to the community. You really think you’re gonna — you’re gonna get a new colleague? Well, she certainly seemed receptive to the idea. Yeah, that doesn’t surprise me one bit. You know, you got a way of, uh — eh, eh — getting your point across. You know, you can poke fun at me all you want, but you are not gonna spoil my good mood. Yes, I believe I changed somebody’s life today. Yeah. Wow. Is that a smile that I see? Did I just succeed in cheering up trina robinson?

[ Chuckles ] More like you got me to stop the pity party. Because how am i gonna help anyone if I’m feeling sorry for myself? So I’m going to take a deep breath…

[ Breathes deeply ] …And promise to be there for my mom and curtis, whatever it is they may need from me. Yeah, that sounds more like the fearless person that I know that you are. Thank you for reminding me that family is all that matters. Speaking of family, how is your little family with esme?

[ Chuckles ] What do you mean? When laura and kevin get back, are you all gonna still live together? Honestly, I don’t know from one day to the next if austin is being sincere with me or if he’s manipulating me. The night that nikolas died, though, I would have sworn he really wanted to help me. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what austin believes. It’s nikolas’ body that’s the ultimate leverage over you. We — look, we’re not gonna get it back unless we find out who austin and mason are working for. Right. And so let’s say that your plan works and that the phony information that brick planted on the computer for betty to find does lead you to their boss. Then what?

[ Slams table ] I’ll deal with him. I know zeke robinson is a great attorney, but diane is the best, and your case is her area of expertise. Okay. Ah! Okay, let diane explore other options. I’m gonna get you out of here. Just — just don’t get your hopes up, okay? The odds are that I’m gonna have to serve the full three years. I don’t believe that. And whatever happens… I’m with you. I’ll be back for another visit soon… because I’m gonna be monitoring you closely to make sure you’re following mr. Corinthos’ orders.

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Dante: oh, hi. Anna. Thanks for meeting me.

Yeah. I wanted us to be able to talk alone.

Without Valentin?

Yeah, exactly.

Anna: Okay, so I want to see this evidence that you have…

Yeah.

…That he wasn’t at ELQ the night of the fire.

Dante: He wasn’t.

Anna: Okay. I want to see it.

Dante: I know. I’m gonna show you everything we have. But first, wait. Can you…promise me that you’re gonna get a bodyguard or something?

Anna: No! I’m not gonna do that. I won’t allow you to take away the one thing I have left — my privacy.

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Finn: Hey, Dana.

Dana: Hey, Finn.

How are you?

Finn: Good. Where do you want to sit?

Dana: Actually, I’m the speaker today.

Finn: No kidding? Good luck.

Dana: [ Chuckles ] Thanks.

Kim! I am so glad you called. This is exactly what I needed.

Finn: Are you sick? Have you, uh — have you been diagnosed?

Gregory: Yes.

Finn: Maybe I’ll be able to help. Can you tell me what it is?

Gregory: ALS.

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[ Cellphone rings ]

Alexis: Esme, I’m on my way to a meeting. What’s wrong?

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Cyrus: May I offer you a word of advice? You need some kind of family to survive behind these walls. If you won’t join my flock, then I strongly suggest you find another.

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Nina: Oh, hey. Thanks for coming.

Martin: Why are we here?

Nina: Because I didn’t want to go somewhere we might be overheard or seen again.

Martin: Okay. What can I do for you?

Nina: Listen. Are you still getting pressure from the FBI and the SEC to reveal your source for the insider-trading tip against Carly and Drew?

Martin: You mean, am I being pressured to tell them it was you?

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Carly: Katrina, it’s not your fault. It’s okay. Yeah, I have an appointment, but I can leave when you get here. Okay. Be safe.

Willow: Ohh… Willow. Ohh, Willow! I’m so happy to see you.

Carly: Oh, my gosh. I’m so sorry it’s been so long.

Willow: You never have to apologize to me after everything you’ve done for us.

Carly: Are Michael and the kids with you?

Willow: Michael is working. Olivia agreed to watch the kids. I am on my own.

Carly: Wow. How’s that feel?

Willow: Good. Like something I wasn’t sure I’d ever be able to do again.

Carly: Okay.

Willow: Michael told me you took over Kelly’s.

Carly: Yeah.

Willow: Wow! Look at what you’ve done to the place!

Carly: Yeah, I just wanted to spruce it up a little.

Willow: Well, you sure did that.

Carly: God. It’s so good to see you. So what can I do for you?

Willow: Actually… I’m here to see if there’s any way I can help you.

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Austin: There is nothing to worry about, Ava.

Ava: I am worried. And actually I do have good reason to worry.

Austin: Okay. Can we talk about this in a place that’s not my office?

Ava: I just need to know exactly what’s going on.

Austin: With?

Ava: You know, I’ve got this — this con artist Betty. She’s pretending to be a nanny. She’s spending time with my daughter. And I’m already, like, super worried about going to jail.

Austin: What, for killing Nikolas? I promise you, Ava — you are not going to jail for killing Nikolas. Everything is under control.

Ava: But how? How exactly is everything under control?

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It’s working? Ohh. Good. All’s well. See you later.

[ Applause ]

Dana: Thanks, everyone. Now, who would like to share first? Finn?

Finn: Hello. Hi. Um… I’m Hamilton, and I’m an addict. I want to — I want to thank Dana for her powerful message. The idea of navigating life’s challenges while dealing with addiction really resonates with me right now. Recently, I had some — had some bad news. Some bad news about someone I love very much. This person has been suffering, and I had no idea. Had I have known, I feel like I could have helped them, but I guess I was just so caught up in my own life. But the fact that I — I couldn’t help them because I didn’t know they needed help, well, that’s left me just — it’s left me a little resentful. You see, because I have this — I have this good friend and she knew the truth and… she chose to keep it to herself.

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Nina: This is important to me, Martin. That’s why I was anxious to set up this meeting.

Martin: I know. I know. I’m sorry. But my brother, Cyrus, had a heart attack. I had to take care of some business for him. And it’s not like the situation is all that urgent.

Nina: Maybe not to you, but I need to know if the SEC is gonna be knocking down my door.

Martin: Nina! Listen to me. I told you. It’s under control. Drew Cain took a plea deal. There will not be a trial. Therefore you cannot be pressured to testify. You can relax.

Nina: It’s really done?

Martin: Yes! There is no reason that Willow or Sonny should ever find out it was you who turned on Drew and Carly.

Nina: Okay.

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Carly: The ELQ order is almost ready. Let me know when the wings are done. Alright. Sorry about that.

Willow: Carly, I don’t want to take up your time. If you need to work, it’s totally fine.

Carly: No, no, no. The lunch rush is over. I just have to wait for Katrina to get here so I can go visit Drew.

Willow: You’re going to see Drew. That’s great.

Carly: Well, it will be great — now that he’s out of solitary confinement.

Willow: Wait. Why was Drew in solitary?

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Dante: Anna, from where I’m standing, I just feel like privacy should be the least of your concerns right now.

Anna: Don’t make me regret sharing information with you.

Dante: I don’t want you to regret anything. I want you to be safe. It’s my job to keep you safe. I care about you, Anna. Okay?

Anna: If they wanted me dead, I would be dead, Dante.

Dante: Okay. What do you think that shot was at the metro court pool? Was that just a friendly message — the one that put Curtis in a wheelchair? You have no idea whether or not they thought you were in that house or not.

Anna: If they were watching me, I would be dead already.

That’s what I’m saying.

They would have got me on my run.

Dante: Okay, there’s another thing I really don’t think you should be doing at that hour of the night on your own.

Anna: Oh, for god’s sake. It had been a long day. Alright? Look, I’ve already told you that setting a fire is too clumsy because you can’t guarantee that you will get your mark. What you can do is destroy a person’s life. They can take everything away from me, alright? My reputation, my memories, literally my home. Because I believe someone is out to leave me with absolutely nothing!

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Austin: So, Betty collected some very valuable information on Sonny, and last night, she passed it on to Mason.

Ava: So then your crazy cousin got what he wanted, then.

Austin: Yes, yes. And he will deliver the data. And then we get on with our lives. We go find Nikolas’ body.

Ava: Ohh. I’ll believe it when I see it.

Austin: You can believe it. Okay? It’s gonna happen.

[ Telephone rings ]

Austin: This whole nightmare will soon be over. Hello. Yeah, no, I — I know. I’m sorry. Something important came up. I’m on my way. I got to go. Okay. I promise that I will let you know the minute that I hear back from Mason that it’s done.

Ava: Now, if I don’t hear from you —

Austin: You will hear from me. You will.

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Jake! Hey. And Wyatt. Wow. Okay. Right. I haven’t seen you since last summer. What’s going on?

We had a little laser flip incident.

Oh, I see. That’s not good. Let’s — let’s find ourselves an exam room and take a closer look, okay?

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Mr. Chase. This is Dr. Ashford. He’s doing a neurology rotation, and he’s gonna be shadowing me, with your permission.

Gregory: Absolutely. We’ve met before. I’ve heard great things about you from my son, Finn.

It’s good to see you.

I’m gonna have him stay for your exam consultation.

Gregory: Of course. Having two good doctors in my corner is even better. I know I’ll be needing all the help I can get.

So it’s been more than six months since Mr. Chase’s initial diagnosis. He went to the mayo clinic, and they did extensive tests.

Gregory: Yes. Unfortunately, there’s no doubt that I have ALS, and I understand that I am in for the fight of my life.

Y-you said on the phone you had another episode.

Gregory: Yes. Uh… I agreed to babysit for my granddaughter, Violet, and I took a fall.

I’m sorry.

Gregory: Fortunately, she wasn’t in the room, but… the look on her face when she found me…

Why don’t we — why don’t we get started with the exam?

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Finn:  Look, I know times like this, facing crisis, that’s the possibility of using again, right? But I don’t think that’s gonna help. Right now I have — I have someone who needs me. They need me now more than ever, and I just want to focus on being there for them. It’s funny, the things that come flooding back to you, though. They didn’t want to burden me with their problem, but they were reaching out, you know, wanted to spend more time together. And I would have, just if I would have known. I understand… why my friend didn’t tell me what she knew. I wish she would have. Because then I would have had more time. And time is so important. Time is everything. And I just want to spend every minute I can taking care of this person for as long as I can. I want to thank you all for listening to me.

[ Applause ]

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[ Shower running ]

Cyrus: Ohh. We know the importance of cleanliness, don’t we, god? [ Chuckles ] Thank you for granting me another beautiful day.

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Carly: I don’t know the details of why Drew was in solitary confinement. I’m hoping to find that out when I see him.

Willow: Okay, well, please give him my love. I wouldn’t be here if Drew hadn’t risked his life in Greenland to get Liesl Obrecht back for the transplant.

Carly: Yeah. He’s such a good guy. And he’s helped so many people.

Willow: It’s just so unfair that Drew is stuck in prison just because someone was spiteful enough to turn you two in.

Carly: Yeah.

Willow: Are you still convinced Ned was the one who turned you in?

[ Nina clears throat ]

Nina: Hi, Willow. Carly. Wow. Place looks really nice. The improvements you’ve made look great.

Carly: Thank you. Oh. I got to go.

Hey. Are you okay?

Yes.

Carly: Alright. I’ll be back later. Alright?

Nina: I didn’t mean to drive Carly out.

Willow: Don’t worry. You didn’t.

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Dante: I’m sorry. Anna, I didn’t mean to come down on you like that. I know it’s, uh, not easy.

Anna: That’s alright. I’m lucky to have a friend like you. Everyone’s been very supportive.

Dante: Yeah, but you lost your house. That’s awful. And it’s got to hurt.

Anna: No, what hurts… is Curtis in a wheelchair because of me.

Dante: You do have to stop blaming yourself for that, though.

Anna: No, I don’t. It doesn’t compare, really. I mean, I — I’m not hurt and I have resources. Insurance is taking care of the fire.

Dante: How’s Valentin doing with everything?

Anna: He’s good. He’s very supportive of me.

Dante: And… he showed up by your side the morning after the fire. And since. But he lied to you about working for Pikeman.

Anna: He didn’t lie to me.

Well, he was dishonest. He withheld the truth. I-I just…

Dante: Why did he tell you? Why then? Why? Did it come out of nowhere?

Anna: I was putting together the pieces, and he came — came home.

Dante: You told him what you knew, and he realized he had no choice but to come clean. So, yeah, we don’t have to call that a lie if you don’t want to, but we both know he did lie to you about where he was the night of the fire.

Anna: Alright. I want to see this proof that you have.

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can see Valentin’s car never showed up to ELQ garage. His car wasn’t even in the neighborhood. I checked the surrounding areas. No sign of it at all. Also, there was no water-main break. I confirmed that, as well. So Valentin was, in fact, lying to you.

Alright. I’ll take that into consideration.

Well, then you should also take into consideration why he would have lied to you that specific night.

Just because he didn’t tell me where he was, it doesn’t make him the arsonist.

I’m not saying it does, but it also means you cannot rule him out as a person of interest.

That is ridiculous!

Is it, though?

Why?

Why? H-he finds out everything you know. He — he has to tell you that he worked for Pikeman. You call me. I come to the house. Maybe he sees that all happen.

Any number of people could have seen that happen.

Yeah, but you said the person who did this wants to take away everything from you. Who has motive to leave you with nothing?

What?

Could Valentin want you totally dependent on him?

No! He loves me. That I’m certain of.

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Told you it wasn’t broken.

Austin: Hey, now. It’s a pretty bad sprain. So it’s good you’re here. Jake was right to bring you.

See?

Austin: Alright. Here’s what we’re gonna do. Heat, ice, alternate. And try not to move it at all for a couple days.

Wyatt: Isn’t there some way you can heal it faster? I’m supposed to play cello at our band concert the day after tomorrow.

Austin: And that’s your bow hand?

Wyatt: Yes.

Austin: Yeah, that’s not gonna happen.

Jake: Hey. I’m really sorry, Wyatt. This is all my fault. I shouldn’t have talked you into going to the skate park. I messed everything up for you.

Wyatt: You didn’t make me do the laser flip. You even tried to talk me out of doing it again.

Jake: Yeah, it was really cool, though. I’ve only ever seen one other person do it, and he was a lot older than you, so…

Wyatt: At least I did it once.

Austin: And I’m sure you’ll do it again.

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Dana: This is it. Thanks, everyone. That’s all the time we have for sharing today. Finn, could you lead us in the serenity prayer?

Finn: Yes. Yes. God, grant me serenity to accept the things I cannot change… courage to change the things that I can… …and the wisdom to know the difference.

[ Applause ]

Thank you. Thank you. Good luck.

See you next week?

I’ll see you next week. -Bye. -Bye. Bye.

Can I help you?

Finn: I’m guessing you heard my “share.”

Alexis: Loud and clear. Good.

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Let’s put as much pressure in there as you can.

Yeah. -Okay. That’s good. That’s good.

Uh, okay, so we’ll run more extensive diagnostic tests next week. For now, I want to get you fitted for leg braces and hand and wrist splints. Y-you wear them at home. Try to wear them when you sleep to help your extremities remain stretched and in a good position.

Gregory: [ Sighs ] Do I need a cane?

Do you?

Gregory: I don’t think so.

Then you don’t for now. Other than the episodes you described, you seem to be ambulatory without it.

Gregory: When the time comes, I’d prefer a cane to a wheelchair.

A wheelchair won’t be necessary right now, but considering the episodes you’ve had, you absolutely shouldn’t drive. Do you need someone to drive you home?

Gregory: Oh, no. I-I took a car service here. After what happened with my granddaughter, I-I don’t want to put anyone else at risk. I’ll — I won’t be driving anymore.

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[ Shower running ]

[ Water splashing ]

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Nina: Are you sure Carly racing out of here didn’t have a little something to do with me?

Willow: No. She was late for her visit with Drew at Pentonville.

Nina: Oh. How’s he doing?

Willow: I’m sure it’s miserable. But he’s such an amazing guy. Always positive. I don’t know how he’s doing it.

Nina: Well, I will always be grateful to him for helping save your life.

Willow: Yeah, so will I. And I-I’m grateful that even in Pentonville, Drew knows he has Carly’s love and support. He’ll make it through this.

Yeah, yeah. Of course he will. But it is still an outrage that Drew was even sent to Pentonville in the first place.

Yeah.

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Carly: Hi. I’m so sorry I’m late. Katrina’s car broke down. I had to cover for her at Kelly’s before I could get here.

Drew: You’re here. That’s all that matters. I love you. I love you.

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Alexis: I know you’re very angry at me for not telling you, and I don’t blame you. You have no idea how much I wanted to tell you. I did. I just couldn’t because he was adamant about me not doing it.

Finn: Hey, look, I understand the position he put you in, alright? He — hell, he probably wouldn’t even have told me now if he hadn’t collapsed in front of Violet.

Alexis: Ohh!

Finn: She’s okay. I just… Alexis, I can’t believe I was so caught up in my own life that I — I didn’t see the signs.

Alexis: Well, he was very good at covering them up.

Finn: Uh-huh. And you were very good at honoring his wishes.

Alexis: Too good. I’m sorry.

Finn: I know you are. I understand. He — he’s a very private and, uh, persuasive man. To see him accept this…

Alexis: Your dad is very brave.

Finn: I know. You know, he’s so — so excited about this trip he wanted to take. You know, all of us go on this trip. And I — I put him off, you know, ’cause… I could have done it. I could have made it work. But I — I didn’t. I got so caught up in everything that Violet was going through. But I could have made it work!

Alexis: Don’t you understand? That’s exactly what he wanted, is for you to just continue to lead a normal life so he could watch you and Chase and Violet all being productive and happy. He does not want you to zero in and focus on his illness. That is not how he wants to spend the rest of the time that he has left.

Finn: The time I stole from him.

Alexis: Just focus on today. That’s all any of us can do.

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Elizabeth: …Ice and alternate. Let that arm rest for a few days. Okay? It was really nice seeing you.

Wyatt: You too, miss Baldwin.

Jake: I thought you’d be more mad you can’t play in your concert.

Wyatt: I’m gonna play. I just won’t tell anyone I fell.

Gregory: Wyatt? I thought that was you. Hi, Jake.

Wyatt: Hi, Mr. Chase.

Gregory: Wyatt, I haven’t seen you since our camping trip last summer. Looks like you had a little accident.

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Anna: I didn’t realize you disliked Valentin quite so much.

Dante: Oh, no. Anna, look. I-I’m just doing my job here.

Anna: This is not about your job.

Dante: You’re right. You know, you’re right. It’s about more than that. It’s about Charlotte. She’s staying with us right now. Lulu’s daughter. Valentin’s her dad. We love her. She loves him. So I guess what I’m saying is you’re not the only one who thinks that Valentin’s changed.

Anna: He has changed.

Dante: Okay. But, please, Anna, put yourself in my shoes right now. With the facts and logic laid out as they are, are you telling me you wouldn’t even for a second entertain the thought that Valentin could be a suspect?

Anna: He wouldn’t do that, Dante! He wouldn’t!

Dante: Sure — but he would! Anna, you cannot just ignore the man’s past! He’s manipulative.

Anna: Oh, wow.

Dante: Come on! You know it! He’s always been that way. I’m sorry. Maybe you got too close to some truth. Maybe he needs you completely and totally dependent on him for some reason or another. I don’t know. But are you telling me that you can look at me and tell me you — you think there’s no way that he could have done something like this?

Anna: Okay. Whatever he’s lying about, it’s not that he burned down our home.

Dante: Your home. Why’d he lie to you?

Anna: I think it has something to do with Pikeman.

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[ Shower running ]

[ Faucet squeaks, shower stops ]

Austin: What are you doing here?

Mason: Stay calm. But it’s almost show time.

Austin: Why would I care?

Mason: Because you have the starring role.

Austin: No, no. I don’t. I’ve already played my part.

Mason: No. It’s time for the big finale. You get to deliver the flash drive to the boss.

Austin: No, I don’t. I’ve got appointments lined up all afternoon. There are other doctors.

[ Knock on door ]

TJ: Dr. Gatlin-holt? Sorry. I didn’t realize I was interrupting.

Austin: You’re not, Dr. Ashford.

Mason: Yeah, I-I’m not a patient. I’m Austin’s cousin. The two of us were just… catching up. I’m Mason Gatlin.

TJ: Nice to meet you. Here’s the chart. I’m really sorry I didn’t get it to you earlier.

Austin: Not a problem. Thanks.

TJ: Have we met somewhere before?

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Carly: I’m just trying to understand why you chose to protect Cyrus Renault.

Drew: Look. S-some guys were coming at Cyrus. I stepped in. We fought. We both got solitary. It’s — it’s as simple as that.

Carly: But it’s not that simple.

Drew: Carly, can we drop this?

Carly: No. You weren’t in Port Charles when Cyrus was out of prison and he was threatening everyone. I just don’t understand why you had to intervene. Why couldn’t you just walk away?

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Nina: Does seem wrong that Drew was sent to Pentonville for what he did.

Willow: He has been so good to us and supportive in every way. He was supposed to walk me down the aisle when Michael and i got married. I could talk to him about anything. He would listen and give me the best advice. And he never had an agenda.

Nina: And I always do. I’m sorry, Willow. You know, sometimes I just push too hard, don’t I?

Willow: Yeah, you do. But in all fairness, you know, Drew isn’t my father, and he doesn’t feel as if he has anything to make up for. So my guard isn’t up when I’m around him.

Nina: Like it is with me. But I would like to change that.

Willow: Well, uh, you’re marrying Sonny. You’re — you’re gonna be a part of my life. W-we’re gonna be seeing a lot of each other, whether we like it or not.

Nina: That’s one way to look at it.

I don’t want things to be so strained between us.

No, me neither. We need to find our way to some kind of relationship.

Yeah. Mm-hmm.

But no matter what, you know, t-those things take time.

Willow: [ Chuckles ] Uh, well, I-I have to — I have to get home to Wiley.

Nina: Right. So…

[ Chuckles ] Okay. Alright. Bye. Thank you. Hi.

Ava: Progress?

Nina: I think maybe so.

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Drew: The guy that came at Cyrus, he was way younger than him. Cyrus isn’t exactly in his prime, and I just — I don’t have it in me to turn a blind eye to something like that. I’m sorry. I guess it’s a character flaw.

Carly: Yeah. It is. But it’s one of the many things I love about you.

Drew: Oh, yeah?

Carly: Yeah. Yeah, I mean, if you were the kind of guy to watch an old man get beat up and not do anything and just walk away, you wouldn’t be the man I love.

Drew: It is kind of crazy. Cyrus was the one person I was trying to stay as far away from as possible. Now we’re basically bonded for life.

Carly: I’m sorry. What do you mean, “bonded for life”? All you did was stop the fight.

Drew: After the fight, Cyrus had a heart attack. I gave him CPR. I saved his life.

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[ Shower running ]

Cyrus: You work in mysterious ways. Very mysterious ways. And I’m grateful.

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Mason: No, I don’t believe we’ve met. Then again, people are always saying I remind them of someone. Sometimes even vin diesel. The hair and the voice.

TJ: [ Chuckles ] No. I think we did meet before. I just can’t remember where.

Mason: I haven’t really spent that much time in Port Charles, but who knows?

TJ: Yeah. Maybe I’ll figure that out. Thank you for the file, Doctor.

Austin: So you’ve met Dr. Ashford? We may have crossed paths.

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Dante: Do you think he’s lying to you about Pikeman?

Anna: When you called me last night to say that you had evidence that he wasn’t at ELQ the night of the fire, Valentin was in the shower. He had just received some papers. Kind of looked like a contract, maybe a consultancy project or something. They had the Pikeman logo on them.

Dante: You think he could be working for Pikeman again?

Anna: I don’t know.

Dante: He told you he wasn’t working for them anymore, but then he’s got these papers with their logo on it.

Anna: Yeah. Could Pikeman have been behind the shooting at The Metro Court pool?

Dante: We don’t know that. Maybe — maybe they weren’t after you. Maybe they were after Sonny, and they hired Valentin to set him up.

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Alexis: Will you please stop being so hard on yourself? Your father has gotten past all of that.

Finn: How? I was estranged from my father for years. I look at my — my daughter now. I look at Violet, and I get to watch her grow up. And I can’t imagine, not for a moment, her not being in my life.

Alexis: There is no value in dwelling on the past. There just isn’t. We just learned this right here, right now. Right? All we have is today. And I don’t plan on wasting a minute of it.

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[ Cellphones dinging ]

Oh. Isn’t it nice that we’re so popular?

Back to the real world.

Alexis: Yeah. I’m sorry that I wasn’t able to tell you about your dad’s condition. But I’m glad that you know.

Finn: I’m not looking forward to helping him tell Chase.

Alexis: Well, I hope he tells him sooner than later, so he doesn’t resent you like you might resent me.

Finn: I don’t — no. I don’t resent you. I-I know I’m lucky to have you as a friend. If my dad had to tell someone about his condition other than me, I’m glad it was you.

Alexis: Thank you. I just wish he wasn’t so damn stubborn.

Pot, kettle.

Ahh.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Alexis: I got to take this. Esme has some other office crisis now.

It was nice while it lasted.

Hi.

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Wyatt: If I hadn’t tried that laser flip again, I wouldn’t have hurt my arm and I’d be fine. And I can’t let the band down.

Gregory: And the doctor told you to let your arm rest for a couple days, so you won’t be able to practice at all, will you?

Wyatt: No.

IGregory: f you do try to play it, you really think you’ll be able to do your best?

Wyatt: No.

Gregory: Yeah. Sometimes… [ Sighs ] Sometimes you have to be honest with yourself about what your body can and can’t do. If you show up, try to play, you can’t do your best, then you’ll be letting everyone down.

Wyatt: I never thought of it like that.

Gregory: Admitting that you’re injured even though you really want to play… it’s probably the most honorable and generous thing to do in the long run.

Wyatt: You’re right, but I still hate it.

Gregory: I know exactly how you feel.

Wyatt: Thanks, Mr. Chase.

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Anna: Valentin would never agree to set up Sonny.

Dante: Never?

No. Unless he was being blackmailed.

Right. Maybe Pikeman has something on him from when he worked for them.

Right. They could use it against him.

Yeah. Or, uh…

What?

Anna: Well, I know how much Valentin loves Charlotte. He’d do anything for his daughter. What if Pikeman were threatening her?

Dante: It’s a theory, Anna. Not gonna be easy to prove.

Anna: I just want proof that this theory is wrong and that Valentin is clean.

Dante: Well, we both better just keep digging. We need to find out what the truth is. No matter where it leads us.

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Ava: I wanted to talk to Carly about Avery. Have you seen her?

Nina: No. She went to go visit Drew.

Ava: Oh. How are you?

Oh. I’m better, I think.

Well, good.

Yeah.

Nice to hear.

Nina: Hey. Question. Are you and Sonny gonna get rid of that new nanny of Avery’s? Because every time I see her, she seems kind of like a —

Ava: She seems like such a bitch, right? Yes. Hopefully she won’t be around too much longer.

Nina: Good, because it’s one less thing to worry about, with our wedding coming up and then we got…

Ava: Drew in prison because you sent him there.

Nina: Hey. Do you have to say that out loud?

Ava: Okay.

Nina: I mean, I was surprised that they sent him to a place like Pentonville.

Ava: Just keep hoping that Sonny and Carly never find out.

Nina: Well, they won’t.

Ava: You seem pretty sure of yourself.

Nina: I am. Because as long as my beautiful, intelligent friend stays quiet… the SEC is going to drop it. And no one will ever know that I’m the one who turned in Carly and Drew.

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Drew: And I stayed with Cyrus after I revived him until the prison doctor got there.

Carly: Okay, so everybody in this prison knows that you defended Cyrus and then saved his life?

Drew: Word travels pretty fast around here, yeah.

Carly: The word is going to be that you’re Cyrus’ ally. So does that mean that his enemies are gonna target you?

What’s he doing here?

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Thank you so much for taking the time. I really appreciate you meeting me. Here’s your patient, Doctor Gatlin-Holt.

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