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Alright. Come on in. You must be exhausted. We’ll get you settled in. Don’t touch me! Oh, sorry. Papa’s running for his life, and it is all your fault. Please, please tell me you have some good news for me. Are you coming to work at the Metro Court? I can’t thank you and Olivia enough for the offer. And believe me. I was tempted. Yeah, that sounds like a “no.” [ Sighs ] I have decided to stay with the Quartermaines. [ Sighs ] I hope you’re not mad. Oh. No, I’m not mad. It’s your life. You should do whatever you want with it. That’s a really refreshing take. But I have to say I’m surprised. The last time we talked, you were at your wits’ end. What changed?
[ Knock on door ] Hey. What happened to meeting at the restaurant? I got off work early. So I thought I would come and surprise you. Yeah… [ Chuckles ] I wanted to see you in your natural habitat. And? [ Chuckles ] You were born for this, babe. [ Both laugh ] Drew must really be missing this place. Probably. But Drew has no one to blame for that but himself. Well, I hope you have a free cell, since nothing can be done about this until morning. Done about what? Your attack on Mr. Evans, the county’s surveyor. [ Laughs ] I didn’t even touch him! Really? Well, I wonder how that’s gonna hold up in court. You are despicable! I can’t believe you descend from my brother Alan. Well, I’m so sorry to disappoint. Disappointment is the least of it. Do you know I miss my brother Alan every single day? He was taken from us way too soon. But I think there was a silver lining. He never had to meet you. Martin. Thank you for coming.
You sounded panicked.
I am. Things are rapidly spinning out of control. And just when you think spring is around the corner, bam, you are hit with a second winter. You know, I don’t think it’s necessary to stand guard the whole night. I highly doubt anyone’s gonna bulldoze the place. I know you have to go, but I’m staying. I told Tracy I would. You are gonna freeze to death. I’ll be fine. Okay, Bensonhurst. Have you ever camped or spent the night outside before? No. But it’s not like I’m far from the house in case I need anything. I just got the best idea. Do not go anywhere. I’m gonna be right back. I was looking for Maxie. I definitely didn’t expect to find you here. Uh, well, James — Uh, he broke his arm. Oh, no. Is he okay? Yeah. He’s fine. He’s got a cast, but, uh… Maxie and Spinelli took him and Georgie out for some consolation ice cream, and it was already past Bailey Lou’s bedtime, so I guess I’m the babysitter, if you can believe that. Yeah, I can. You’re great with kids, Dante. That’s why you’re such an amazing father. What haven’t you told me about my child? Brook Lynn, w-what do you mean? W-Where is this coming from? Martin Grey has an entire file on my baby, Ma. Who told you that? Martin? I know you talked to Martin. He knows that Dante is the father. You told Martin Grey I had a son, Ma?! Why?! Gloria: Yoo-hoo! Hi. The housekeeper said you would be in here and… What in the Bensonhurst is going on here?
Thanks. I appreciate that. Lulu: Well, it’s true. You know, you’re, uh — you’re a great mom. I hope you know that. Seeing you with Rocco, it has been incredible seeing you guys connect again. I thought so, too — at first — but the last couple days have been really weird. It’s like Rocco can’t even be in the same room as me. Have you noticed that? Yeah, I have, actually. So I’m not crazy? No. It’s like — He’s a good student and everything, but for him to bail on dinner with you and Laura for homework? Right? You know, maybe I’m just making a bigger deal out of it. It — He probably just prefers Sasha’s cooking. I do. You know what? That kid would eat dirt if it meant hanging out with you. There’s got to be something else. What? I have an idea of what it might be, but I’m too scared to say it out loud. Scar– Lulu Spencer’s not scared of anything. I have been so preoccupied with finding Charlotte. Maybe Rocco feels like I’m choosing his sister over him. I have forgiven you for a lot of things, but I will never forgive you for using my papa and driving him away! Oh, there’s a lot of things that you don’t understand about th– No. No. I understand perfectly. You betrayed my papa and sent the WSB after him. Everything that has gone wrong is because of you. No, Charlotte. You’re upset. And — And you have every right to be. Thank you so much for your permission. Please, Charlotte. No! Anna, you have finally done it. You ruined my father’s life. And mine too! I hate you! Char — Charlotte. Hey. Can you, uh — Can you just give us a minute? Please. Yeah. I’ll be on the balcony.
Thank you. I don’t think I could have spent another minute in that room with her. Charlotte, you can hate Anna all you want. Thanks. I will. But she’s the reason you and your dad are still alive. You’re right. Drew dug his own grave. With an excavator. It still astonishes me the way he’s treated his family and friends. To think of how grateful I was to him for helping rescue Trina. Feels like a lifetime ago, doesn’t it? I didn’t think it was possible for a person to change that much. I was completely thrown off by Drew’s transformation. But you… Babe, you took it in stride. You didn’t lose a step. Drew went shady, you did what needed to be done, and you won. Oh. I’m not sure Drew would agree with that, but, uh… here’s hoping. Well, maybe that should be the end of it. What do you mean? Do you really want Drew as an enemy? You got what you wanted. He’s out. You’re in. Maybe this is the perfect time for a truce. You say that like it’s up to me. Well — It’s not? I’m not the one that’s continuing to fight. If you want peace, you need to talk to Drew. The part I don’t understand is, how did Drew find out that a portion of the Quartermaine crypt was on publicly owned land? Martin? I may or may not have mentioned something to that effect. To Drew?! Yes, to Drew! It’s my job! It’s my duty to represent my client, right? Right. Detective Chase! Rough night? You could say that. Anything I can do to help? Well, the Commissioner is on assignment, Mac’s not here, and I’m being ordered by a U.S. Congressman to lock up my wife’s grandmother in a jail cell. [ Groans ] Don’t suppose you could help out with any of that. I am so sick of this family’s hypocrisy. And I’m so sick of the sound of your voice, and yet here we are. Every single one of you has lied and cheated and blackmailed and so on and so on. And all I did was fall in love. “Fall in love”?! Falling in love is one thing. Acting on it is an entirely different thing. With your nephew’s wife? Remember that part? I love the way that detail keeps getting left out of the story. Why can’t you just admit that you hold me to different standards than everybody else? Oh, I’ll readily admit that. I do hold you to different standards. You’re worse. You blew up Willow’s marriage. You betrayed the trust of your nephew Michael. And you severely hurt the woman who welcomed you with open arms into her home. Monica. How was your trip? It was fine. Yeah. Well, you just got in. I’m sure you’re hungry. Sasha’s off the clock, but I’ll find you something in the kitchen. Something’s going on. What is it? It is a personal, legal matter, Grandma. Are you talking about what I think you’re talking about? You were talking to your mother about your baby, weren’t you? What’s all this stuff? I found it in the boathouse, and I think it’s gonna work. Stakeout’s about to get a lot more comfortable. [ Sighs ] Thank you. I know I talked a good game, but I wasn’t too pumped about freezing my butt off out here. Yeah, I wouldn’t be, either. You know I’d stay if I didn’t have my animal-rights meeting later. Ooh. Don’t worry about it. It’s good. Can you believe what a jerk Drew was earlier? I mean, just the way that he was laying into poor old Tracy like that. Don’t ever let her hear you say that. The “poor” part? The “old” part. Actually any part. Yeah, in the future, I’ll just go with “Tracy.” [ Chuckles ] And Tracy can handle herself. You don’t need to jump into the whole Quartermaine mess. It’s kind of my thing. You know, my mom says I’m a born crusader. I’m never not missing my mom, but at least I know where she is and can visit her whenever I need to. If someone came out of nowhere, threatened to move her… …I’d probably be in that cell next to Tracy. You told Grandma? I’m so sorry, Brook Lynn. I needed someone to confide in. The — The whole teenage pregnancy thing. It was a first for both of us. And I-I didn’t know how to navigate it. I just can’t believe this. I just wanted to make sure that you and your baby were protected. And you’ve known for all these years, and you never said anything to me? We both thought it was your goal to put this behind you. I left your past in the past. I don’t understand. If you wanted to leave my past in the past, then why, after all of these years, did you go talk to a lawyer?! Lois: For the very first time, Brook Lynn has expressed interest in possibly finding her child, and I-I just — I just need to know. Is that possible? I mean, could she get the adoption unsealed? Could she find out who her child is? It depends. I mean, your secret should be safe. You said that my baby was happy… and that everything was fine. Is that not true? It must not be. Why else would you talk to Martin Grey? Because I told her to. What? Look. I’m sorry. Okay? I’m sorry. It was a mistake. It was part of a negotiation. I just wanted to use the information as a bargaining chip to get her to drop the cease and desist. [ Chuckles ] Except now, Drew wants to have the Quartermaine crypt moved. A bit of a misfire, maybe. Ya think? Do you think these charges against Tracy Quartermaine will stick? They could, if the county’s surveyor is willing to testify. But you realize none of this would have happened if she had just given in. Have you met Tracy Quartermaine? Oh, come on. Not you, too. What is so special about that stupid name? It represents her family, and she’s protecting it the only way she knows how. Monica didn’t have to welcome you into the family, and you repaid her generosity by destroying her grandson’s marriage and his happiness in favor of your own. You know what? You don’t deserve to be a member of our family. Why don’t you leave Port Charles for good? Maybe you could give me some tips. I mean, you’ve been kicked out of Port Charles on more than one occasion — by your family, no less. What makes you think that it couldn’t happen again? I thought about your job offer a lot, but the truth is… You like working at the Quartermaines’. [ Sighs ] Is that horrible? No, it’s not horrible. I mean, your own kitchen, all that space. And it’s really fun cooking for the kids. Yeah. What about the rest of them? They are… growing on me. [ Chuckles ] Yeah. And I kind of think they need me. Of course, they need you. Just don’t put yourself on the back burner and forget about what you need. I am in a much better financial position now. I have negotiated my way into the beginnings of a nest egg. For a single mom, that’s big. Yeah, financial independence is an achievement. And I’m happy for you. Thank you. But there is one thing that makes your situation different, as far as single mothers go. Your baby’s father. Anna saved your life tonight — and your dad’s. You were there, too. Why give her all of the credit? I mean, I bet you didn’t even need her help. You know, Anna was the first one to warn your dad that he was in trouble. When we were still in Port Charles? Yeah. Actually, I wanted to turn him in. And Anna convinced me to give him a head start. She’s the reason that you guys got a chance to run. And then when your dad got into even more trouble and the WSB was after him, Anna knew that your dad would want to keep you safe, so she tracked you down again. She did that because she felt guilty for shooting me. Yeah, that’s — that’s a part of it. But everybody knows that you’re your dad’s whole world. So Anna is protecting you for him because she cares about both of you, and she’s gonna do everything she can to keep you safe. So you get to feel however you want about her… but at the very least, she deserves a little respect. Those guys really would’ve killed us tonight? Yeah, they really would’ve. Charlotte’s sleeping. Are you sure? She could be pretending in order to run away. She’s not gonna get very far. I need you to do a favor for me. Uh, okay. I’m listening. Okay, I want you to take Charlotte and get her back to Port Charles in one piece. Where will you be? I’m gonna get another hotel room for tonight, and then I will make my own way back to New York. It’s — It’s just too hard for her to be around me, and I think to force her, it just feels sort of — feels kind of cruel. Would you do that for me? I will. But I think you’re making a mistake. Portia: You clearly don’t need me to tell you what to do. But? But… [ Chuckles ] But I do remember the old Drew… as distant as he may seem. I mean, remember him? He was a good guy. He was a hero. I think that’s why he originally ran for Congress in the first place. Well, whatever Drew’s motives were back then, obviously they’ve changed. Absolutely. I 100% agree with you. But…I don’t know. Maybe we could just let him save face, afford him a little bit of dignity… he’ll back off. I hear what you’re saying. And you don’t agree? Well, you know, Drew’s reputation is tarnished. It’s not on me to fix that for him. But you don’t need to rub it in his face. If you could just accommodate him a tiny bit, it could work out in your favor. Okay. Look. Here’s the deal. I’m furious with Drew. Rightly so. [ Chuckles ] But I’m not interested in payback. Now, obviously, him coming back to Aurora is a non-starter. But if there’s a path to peace, I’m here for it. As long as the terms are reasonable. That’s all I’m asking for. Nothing more. Hm. [ Knock on door ] Hi. Hey. Come in. Sorry to barge in, but I need to speak to you. It’s important. What’s up? The situation with Drew has gone from bad to worse. He is officially out of control.
You may be in the catbird seat right now, Tracy, but that’s gonna change. I mean, right now, yes, I’m the black sheep, I’m on the outside looking in. But not for long. Because as much as you hate to admit it, I am a Quartermaine and I will get my way. Huh! Is that so? And you know what happens then? You’re on the outs with your nose pressed up against the glass, wondering how you got there. And the answer… is me. I’m how. And I will relish every second. Congressman, the Mayor would like a word.
Mayor Collins. It’s always a pleasure. I’m sorry that Tracy dragged you down here this time of night. Oh — No. That was me. Drew, I am going to urge you to do the right thing here. Which is what, in your opinion, Madam Mayor? Stand down. Drop the charges against Tracy Quartermaine. And why would I do that? May I be blunt? Please. Because if you don’t, it won’t bode well for you, politically or otherwise. Dante: I don’t think Rocco’s like that. I don’t think he’d be jealous of Charlotte. Then what is it? Well, I thought maybe he was picking up on the tension between me and you. But you don’t think so anymore? No, I actually think it’s simpler than that. I think he’s…perceptive. Like you. And he can see how worried you are about Charlotte. And in his own weird, non-subtle way, he’s trying to give you space. I hope you’re right. Oh, well, that’s saying something ’cause you never want me to be right. It’s just — It’s the strangest feeling, Dante. I am Rocco’s mother, I’ve raised him, but then I missed this pivotal stage of his life, and then, whoosh, I’m out of the loop, and I know nothing about parenting a teenage boy. No, no, no. I think you’re doing great. Am I, though? Because it doesn’t feel like it. Yeah, but that’s the thing with teenagers. You never feel like you’re doing anything right. I can’t imagine what it would be like to miss out on years of your kid’s life. And you’ve had to do it twice. Literally both of your children, you’ve had to make up for lost time, and you’re doing it with grace and love and patience. I don’t know about that last one. Well, I do. I miss out on that many treasured moments, I wouldn’t be handling it anywhere close to as well as you are. If you ever got locked up… I’d buy you a cake, then I’d hide a file in it so you could spring yourself and Tracy. Tracy has her own file. It’s called the Quartermaine legal team. [ Chuckles ] You know, I was pretty intimidated by her at first, but I like her. She always gives it to you straight, even if it’s not what you want to hear. Maybe especially then. Maybe. She can take it as good as she gives it. Tracy actually listens to me. Well, then, I think Tracy sounds pretty smart. I really wish I could stay and guard the crypt with you. It’s fine. You got your meeting. Those lab animals aren’t gonna free themselves, you know. Okay. But one of these days, I’m gonna take you on a real camping trip. Ehh. I’m all set. This time’s enough for me. No. I’m gonna wear you down eventually. But in the meantime… please stay warm.
Yeah. I’ll try. I told your mother to consult a lawyer because I wanted to make sure all of you were protected. But it was you and your mother that decided on a closed adoption. For a reason. For many reasons. So my baby could have a happy and stable life. For you, too, so you could have a stable and happy life. We wanted you to have enough time to grow up, to fall in love, and then have a family of your own. Okay, Grandma, but I’m not 16 anymore. A closed adoption made sense then, but it’s starting to make less sense now. Brook Lynn — No, Ma! I need to know who adopted my son! And where is he? Carly, I respect your opinion, and I know you’re close to Jason, but my experience with him has been a little different. Yeah, he’s protective. For sure. And he will definitely speak his mind if he thinks you’re putting yourself at risk. But he will never tell you how to be a mother. I believe that. And if you or the baby ever need anything, he’ll be there in a heartbeat. Jason is the most loyal person I know. Don’t do yourself a disservice and cut him out of your baby’s life. Carly, I know how lucky I am. Not only am I preparing to have a baby who I cannot wait to meet… …but the father respects my wishes and has agreed to support me in any way he can. It’s the second-greatest gift he could give me. And Drew admitted that he was the one who called the county’s surveyor in. Wow. I never thought I’d have sympathy for the Quartermaines. You know, this just sounds like their normal family drama. I say we do what we always do. Stay out of it. With all due respect, I disagree. This isn’t about the Quartermaines and how dysfunctional they are. It’s about how Drew is abusing his power. You endorsed him for Congressman. Which clearly was a mistake. First, he blocks the Esplanade and attempts to move it for his own personal gain, and now he’s focused on settling a score with his family? Drew needs to be doing his job — enacting laws, securing funding for our schools, or fulfilling any of the other campaign promises. The only thing that will check Drew is public outcry. Well, it’s a good thing that I know somebody who is the head of a media company. [ Sighs ] Look, I don’t want to make any promises, but I will see what I can do. Drew: It’s not like I’m making it up. It’s not like I’m attacking the Quartermaines for no reason. They broke the law. The land was public. They took it without thought. I mean, don’t I owe it to my constituents not to turn a blind eye just because Tracy’s family? I understand where you’re coming from. I do. I do. But do you really think that putting Tracy Quartermaine in jail overnight is — is the pathway to justice? Seems like a whole lot more trouble than it’s worth. Fine. Tracy can go home. I will talk to the surveyor and I’ll get him to drop the charges. Thank you, Drew. But I will say this. It’s far from over. Brook Lynn, I can explain. She doesn’t know the details. But you do. You know where my son went. Yes, but I haven’t been in contact since the papers were signed on a closed adoption. Okay, but what if I want to find him? Grandma, you know what Chase and I have been going through trying to start a family. What if I gave away the only child I’ll ever have? You may not have raised that boy, but you are the birth mother, and now you gotta act like it. Let that young man be. [ Gasps ] “Young man.” Brook Lynn, don’t put your pain on your son. You made the right decision years ago. Abide by it. You may be right, but it certainly doesn’t feel that way right now.
Ma, I can’t do this. Lower your voice. Ma, do you see how heartbroken she is? I can’t do this to her. Brook Lynn needs to know that Gio is her son. There’s only one person to blame for Valentin’s situation, and that’s Valentin. I don’t even know how he’s gonna get out of this one. He may not. [ Sighs ] And I don’t think Charlotte’s in a position to accept any of that. Well, she doesn’t want to accept it. Jason, she may be losing her father. If she needs someone to blame, it might as well be me. T-That’s not what Charlotte needs. Charlotte needs an example. She needs to see how somebody makes mistakes and what they do afterward. She sees that you made mistakes and that you’re being accountable and that you’re keeping your word to her father. She doesn’t need you to disappear. I don’t think I can do all that, not — not given the pain that I put her through. I’ve never seen you run before. Don’t start now. You can’t tell Brook Lynn the truth.
Don’t you think we have to?
No. Ma, we have held so much from her over the years. It’s not fair! Not to Brook Lynn and not to Gio. Honey. Gio knows who he is. He’s Camilla’s son. He worshipped his mother. Don’t take that away from him. Camilla is dead, Ma! I’m sorry. I know that’s harsh, but it’s the truth. And Gio’s birth mother is right here in the same house. Don’t Brook Lynn and Gio need each other? Hey. Gio. I saw someone sitting out here. I thought it was a ghost. What are you doing out here? Do you want the short version or the long version? I’m exhausted. Let’s go with the short. Your grandmother got into a fight with the county’s surveyor, and Chase had to arrest her. My husband, Chase? That’s the one. That must have been interesting. Ooh. I’m out here standing guard in case someone tried to do something under the cover of darkness. Where’d you get all this gear? The boathouse. Don’t worry. I’ll put it all back in the morning. I’m not worried. Is it okay if I join you for a little? Yeah. I’d — I’d love the company. Ooh!
‘m out here keeping my word to Tracy, but… why are you? [ Sighs ] I just needed some fresh air. Clear my head. Is everything okay? My other grandmother is here. Gloria. Well, that’s great! Unless it isn’t. I know my grandma loves me. She’d do anything for me. Gloria’s solid. You can trust her. I can trust her. And my mom. But…what they are asking me to accept, Gio, it’s just really hard to live with. I owe you an apology. Uh, no, you don’t. No, no, I feel like I do, and you should let me say it because you know these don’t come around often. Okay. [ Chuckles ] I didn’t love the way our last conversation ended. I was short with you at the Quartermaines’, and I shouldn’t have been. I know you were just trying to run interference between me and Brook Lynn. I’m sorry, too. Look at us! Acting like grown-ups. [ Sighs ] I don’t think I made anything better by defending Brook Lynn, either, so that was stupid. I appreciate that. Listen, I don’t think I’ve said it enough, too, just, uh… what an actual miracle it is having you back, whether I’m seeing you laughing with Rocco or freaking out on Brook Lynn. Okay. Exaggeration. It sounds a little cheesy, but it’s like my heart actually skips a beat or something because it’s you and you’re here after all this time. We’re not gonna agree on everything — or anything… …but I want you to know that I don’t take for granted you being here. Dante, I — I need to tell you something. [ Bailey Lou crying ]
Uh, duty calls.
Yeah.
Hold that thought.
Sure. Alright?
For a man of few words, you certainly know how to choose them. Calling me a coward? I never said that. Well, you said that I’m running away. Are you gonna run? No. No. Alright. I’ll see it through. Good. We’re gonna have to keep an eye on Charlotte. She’s smart, resourceful, and she really believes she’s invincible, and that is a dangerous combination. Do you think the WSB will come back after her? Valentin is the target. She should be alright. I mean, it’s saving Charlotte from herself that’s gonna be the challenge. Well, I’ll take the first watch. Okay. You wake me in three hours? Mm-hmm.
Carly, I am fully aware that I have it a lot better than most single moms. I wasn’t left high and dry to support a baby on my own. I asked the father to step back, and he didn’t fight me on it. Okay, but you may change your mind once the baby’s born. Life is a big fan of throwing curveballs our way. I promise you. If I need any help from the father, I won’t hesitate to ask for it. Honey, let Drew implode all on his own. Let Tracy and the Quartermaines handle him. This isn’t even about my animosity towards him. I mean, you heard Jordan. He’s failing to represent the people that elected him. And that includes you and me, by the way. I’m just not gonna stand by and watch. Uh… Hey, Brian, I want you to rally the troops. I want to do a big Aurora media push on Drew Quartermaine’s abuse of office. Drew, you’re a United States Congressman. I don’t think a man like you needs an enemy like Tracy Quartermaine. Everyone else may be afraid of Tracy. Not me. I’m gonna break her. Tracy? Hi. Aww. So, uh… would you like the good news or the bad news first? Good. You can go home tonight. [ Sighs ] [ Laughs ] But, unfortunately, I don’t think Drew is going to back down about this property issue. I think you’ve got a real battle on your hands. Give me the bad news. That was the bad news. Not in my book. You know, I can’t help but feel that your parents would probably say to you right now to choose your battles wisely. I am. I will not allow that grifter to steal my family name or to force me to move my parents from their final resting place. If Drew Cain wants a battle… bring it on. What? What? Her brother and sister get ice cream. A little extra playtime is in order, I’d say. Huh, Bailey Lou? You downplayed your babysitting skills. This kid loves you. I don’t know. She likes the giraffe and the doll, though. What was it you, uh — you were gonna say to me before? Huh? Oh. Um… I can’t remember. Must not have been that important.
If you tell Brook Lynn Gio is her son, you will ruin three lives — Brook Lynn’s, Dante’s, and Gio’s. Lois… think of the “why.” Why did you make that decision so many years ago? To protect Brook Lynn and her child. Exactly. And nothing has changed. They need you to protect them now. Sorry I’m being so cryptic. Well… we are at a crypt. [ Chuckles ] It’s just… I trusted someone. And they didn’t tell me something that they should have. I can’t tell you anything else. You don’t have to. W-We can just sit out here, look at the stars, dream of heat. [ Chuckles ] For what it’s worth… I love them, but I know that Aunt Lois and Gloria are a lot. You think? [ Sighs ] It must feel so nice to have your mom and your grandmother looking out for you. You must miss your mom so much. So much. Every day. Just know that you got people looking out for you, too, okay? A whole crazy family of them. Whether you like it or not. [ Chuckles ]
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