B&B Transcript Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Bold & The Beautiful Transcript

 

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Luna’s my daughter. All this time. And I am sorry that I didn’t tell you. I swear, I didn’t know for sure. But, Finn, what you’re thinking now– you cannot tell Steffy. She’s my wife. Are you insane?

Of course I’m gonna tell her.

Finn… think this through. Everything my wife and I have faced, everything we have overcome… …learning about Luna might be more than Steffy can take. There it is, that secret love language just you two have. It’s really sweet. We’re just lucky we found our way back to each other. You say a million things in just a glance. That makes me think about my husband, even though I just saw him.

[laughs]

Does Finn… does he know about what you’re doing at Forrester? Yeah. And he’s really supportive. Well, he knows that the takeover is weighing on me, but… hey, I’m just really thankful that I get to go home to him.

He keeps me grounded.

Well, you do the same for him. I’ve never seen a man so in love. Well, I think it’s a toss-up between you two. I have to say, not professionally, but personally… everything is really wonderful right now. Hey, Mom, what’s up? What’s wrong? Nothing. I’m just… I’m just grateful to our son-in-law coming through for you. Hate to think what would have happened if he hadn’t rescued you from his… very disturbed cousin. Whatever you’re thinking, those are impossible to take off. I’m sure you’re feeling a bit stir-crazy. Yeah, you got me there. [laughs] To think not too long ago, I wanted to stay in this house. I wanted to be here for good. I’m not complaining. I mean, being confined in this beautiful estate instead of a prison cell? There’s no contest on where I’d rather be. I know the rules but, um, I have to ask. My mom and my cousin came to visit me at the prison earlier. Will they ever be able to learn that I’m living here? [edgy music plays] You doing all right, sweetheart? I mean, I’m not happy with the company, but… I’m glad that you two are back together. And Finn and the kids, they’re great. No, I mean regarding Luna. Talking about her has to bring up some intense memories. Listen, what she did to you–

I mean, she–

You were a victim. But you survived. It’s a lot to process, and I know you’re very strong…

One of the strongest.

But I just wonder if you’ve really dealt with the impact of what you’ve been through with Luna. I pulled a lot of strings to have you under house arrest here. There’s a lot at stake for me having you in my home. No one would understand. But I truly believe that it’s worth it. Clearly, you’re remorseful. And given what you went through as a child, I believe you deserve a second chance. I know this is relatively… difficult for you– and it should be– but as you pointed out, it’s a hell of a lot better than being behind bars. So for now, I suggest, uh, you take it one day at a time, do the work, and we’ll see what happens. But right now, this is the only path forward. [sighs] God, I’m so horrified by what I’ve done. I can only imagine that Finn came to see me and say how hurt and disgusted he is by me. And clearly, I deserve it. [sniffling] I’ve been having this recurring dream lately where I-I see Finn and he’s with Steffy and the kids and they’re smiling and they’re so happy to be together. They’re this beautiful family. And then they see me and I wave and I start to make my way over, but then they turn and they run away from me like… I’m the most terrifying monster they’ve ever seen. And I call out to them, “Don’t be afraid. I’m not gonna hurt you.” How does it end? That’s the thing. In the end, Finn always gives me one last look. And it’s not fearful, but… definitely not with acceptance or forgiveness. I guess he just… sees me and he’s like…sad. And disappointed. And then, um, I don’t know, this is hard to explain, but I get this sensation in my stomach. And I look down, and there’s this string. And so I-I start to gather it, and I see that i-it’s tied to Finn. Like even as he goes away, it’s still connected to me. And I know it’s weird, but somehow it gives me hope. Is that so naive of me to think that Finn might somehow be able to see me differently? I mean, we’re still family after all, right? Maybe we can… I don’t know– redefine our relationship? [somber music plays] Luna killed two men. She tried to kill my wife, and now I learn that she’s my daughter? And how am I supposed to deal with that? How’s Steffy supposed to deal with that? Well, she won’t have to deal if you don’t tell her. [heavy music plays] I can’t stop thinking about Luna and the connection we share. I mean, that changes everything. When you were pregnant, you told me that there was no way I could be the father. I wasn’t sure, Finn. All I did know was that I wanted you to have the future that you deserved. Well, I could have made a real difference in her life. I was trying to protect you, Finn. And part of me can’t help but wonder… I mean, Sheila… is Luna’s grandmother. All these crimes that she’s committed–was it in her blood? No, no. Let’s not go there, okay? Think about how good you are and the life that you’ve created and all the lives that you’ve saved. Yeah, but what about all the lives that Luna, my daughter, has taken away… the life that she almost took away? My birth mother and my daughter have both tried to kill my wife. I mean, I-I can’t imagine how Steffy is gonna react when she hears about Luna. Well, then don’t tell her. You don’t have to. Yes, I do! Steffy is the most important person to me in my life, and there is no way that I’m gonna be able to ever keep a secret like this from her. So just stop it! You need to leave. We both need to… plan for the fallout after everyone learns the truth about Luna’s paternity. [heavy music plays] Is that my sister I saw leaving?

Steffy: Finn is truly my hero. His love and devotion amaze me every day. Finn’s commitment to you and your family– that was clear from the very beginning. While we know your husband’s been a rock for you, he can’t process the trauma of what’s happened. Are you still struggling with what you went through with Luna? [tense music plays] We’ve gotta be realistic. We can’t be sure when or even if anyone from your world is going to know that you’re serving your sentence here. So any idea you have about reconciliation or reunification

is highly u–

Unlikely? Yes. Now, having said that, I-I think you should see it as-as a distant goal, something that may not be attainable but you should absolutely be striving for.

[phone rings]

In the meantime, you know the drill, right? No one can see you or know that you’re here. Please tell me it’s a delivery. [sighs] Oh, great. Okay. Thanks. It’s your mother. Get outta here. Go on. Go hide. Go on. [knock on door] Poppy. Surprised to see you back here. Bill. I need your help. I need to find my daughter. [uneasy music plays] Yeah, the truth is I, uh, I still do struggle. You’ve pushed it down.

Ridge: Then can you please take some time to heal? The Forrester thing we’ll figure out–we will. No. No, no, no. I wanna be there. It gives me a sense of purpose amidst the chaos, like… I wanna be there. It’s normal to try to distract yourself, no matter how short-lived the relief is. But it’s really important to process the trauma, find some healthy coping mechanisms. It’s too easy to fall into old patterns if you’re not careful. Finn’s helped me with that. He knows my history, what I’ve overcome. He’s helped me completely transform my life. He’s a constant for me, my stability, and I love him so much for that. But if I am being honest with myself, it is… it is tough, knowing that his birth mother tried to kill me, and… his cousin drugged me and… tried to kill me too. I know we haven’t spoken in a while. Um… I’ve been doing a lot of, uh, processing, and I’m still struggling to make sense of the things that my daughter did. A child is largely shaped by their environment. [small laugh, whispers] Right. Um… well, part of that processing has been soul-searching… …and accountability. And I’m not exactly innocent in this. Maybe I did fail Luna as a mother and… That thought haunts me. Luna’s life could have been very different had I made better choices. [tearfully] And I know that I was… selfish and reckless, never providing any stability for my daughter, always moving around, and I can see now that that is a terrible environment for a child to grow up in. I mean, how was she supposed to thrive? So, yes, Bill, I know that my influence on my daughter may have caused a lot of damage. That… and not knowing who her father is. Why was Poppy here? Something medical? Um, no. I, uh, shouldn’t be surprised. I have a pretty good idea why she was here.

You do?

Course. She wanted to talk to you about Luna and everything that happened in our home years ago. [soft, dramatic music plays]

Poppy: The reason I’m really here– I went to the prison to see Luna and instead of seeing her, a prison official showed up and told me she wasn’t there. What did they say? Was she transferred? I don’t know. All he said was that she was still in the system. And then it has me wondering is she safe? It got me thinking that maybe she doesn’t even wanna see me or if she was transferred, does she even want me to know where? Luna set me up to spend the rest of my life in prison for the murders of Tom and Hollis, so… the feelings about my daughter are… complex. But you’re still concerned about her. Yes. I need to see Luna. Because there’s something she needs to know. Assuming by that look, I’m right. Poppy was here to talk about Luna. It’s okay, son. I know. You know? You and my sister, the bond you two have always shared– makes sense she’d confide in you about Luna,

her father.

Okay, Mom, look, I, um… I don’t know what you’re getting at. You know what, putting you in the middle was the last thing I wanted. Just couldn’t dismiss that feeling that something was happening between Penelope and my husband. Consumed me for years. For her to find out about it all… having me run tests with her daughter’s blood– I mean, of course she’d come here to talk to you. She needs someone to confide in, someone who’ll listen. She must be so angry with me… accusing her of having an affair with Jack. [scoffs] In our family home. My sister’s struggling… especially after

what Luna’s done.

No. That has nothing to do with you, Mom. Doesn’t it? It’s become so obvious that I could have done so much more. Stepped up as an aunt, I mean, been there for Luna when she needed it the most. [sighs] My jealousy and insecurity just took over. I failed my sister. Failed my niece. Luna needed guidance. The very least I could have done was… provided her that. Instead, I pushed her away, didn’t allow her to get to know me, her family. That poor girl’s never had a father in her life. Yeah. A father in Luna’s life could have made all the difference. Listen, I meant what I said. You’re one of the strongest people I know. Yeah, we really appreciate Finn’s love and devotion to you and your family. As parents, that’s all we could ever ask for. What Luna did, what Sheila did to you– I’ll never forget what happened, Dad. It’s always gonna haunt me on some level. But I know Finn. He is nothing like them. He saved me multiple times. And my love for Finn is greater than the pain and trauma that they put me through. It’s a true testament to your relationship that you can overcome all the obstacles that have been thrown at you. We just pray that you’re not tested ever again. Li: Wonder if we’ll ever know. The question still remains– who was Luna’s father?

Steffy: It’s true. Finn and I have been through way more than any couple should. But thankfully, we’ve always made it out the other side, and our bond even stronger. But if I am being honest with myself, I don’t think this feeling is ever gonna go away, always waiting and wondering… what Finn and I will have to face next.

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B&B Short Recap Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Daytime Soap Opera Short Recaps

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Recap written by Suzanne

Finn and Poppy continue to argue. He’s still not sure how to tell Steffy, and she still doesn’t want him to tell her. Finally, he orders her out of his office so that they can both plan for the fallout. After she leaves, Li arrives and wonders why Poppy was there. Li assumes that Poppy was there to confide in him because they’ve always had a special bond. Li beats herself up for not being there for Luna.

Steffy sits at home with Ridge and Taylor. They’re all very happy, romance-wise. Taylor wonders if Steffy has really processed everything Luna put her through. Steffy admits that she struggles but has been using work to give her a sense of purposes. Taylor suggests that she find a better coping mechanism. Steffy insists that Finn is her rock, but she thinks she’ll always feel like she does now: wondering what they’ll have to face next.

Luna has cabin fever and wonders if anyone will ever be able to visit her there at Bill’s (since Poppy and Finn tried to visit her at the prison). Bill doesn’t know but thinks that for now, she has to stay there without anyone knowing, as per the agreement he worked out. Poppy visits, so Luna hides. She wants Bill to find Luna for her. Poppy admits that she might have failed Luna as a mother because of her bad choices and always moving around. Bill agrees with that but also points out that her not knowing her father might have contributed, too. She tells him about not being able to find Luna at the prison. She says that despite all that happened, she still wants to see Luna and is concerned about her. Luna cries silently as she listens nearby. Poppy says that she has something important to tell Luna.

 

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Days Transcript Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[sighs] Can’t believe Mr. Russo gave us, like, 8 billion problems this week. Like, we all know he’s gonna be alone with his cat on Valentine’s Day, so why does he have to ruin it for the rest of us?

Valentine’s Day. Is that tomorrow?

[chuckles] Looks like someone’s forgotten.

No, I just–I don’t know, guess it must have slipped my mind.

Well, it’s probably too late to make a reservation somewhere, if that’s what you’re planning on doing.

I wasn’t.

So do you have other plans?

Actually, the only plans I have are with you. [soft music]


[light music]

Johnny, what are you doing here? I told you I was gonna get you from the hospital as soon as I could get away.

No worries, all right? Harold sent a car for me, so everything’s fine. Mwah.

OK. Well, how are you feeling?

I’m feeling much better, thank you. I advanced to eating a piece of toast with a little butter on it, which is very exciting.

Wow. Wow, that’s progress, huh?

Yeah.

God, I cannot believe that mental patient Nurse Whitley poisoned half the cast and crew of “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, all because she didn’t like the reboot.

Yeah, that was whacko, right?

Yeah.

Ugh, well, at least they put her on 24-hour watch at Bayview, so we know that that won’t happen again, right?

Oh, it definitely won’t happen again. Abe and Kate sold the rights to “Body & Soul” back to the network. The Salem reboot is dead. [dramatic music]


You want to move with the show to LA?

I mean, don’t you? It’s not like you have another job.

No, but I mean, you know, I got my whole family here in Salem.

Not your whole family, right?

My dad’s here. My Aunt Maggie’s here. I got a whole bunch of cousins and–

You want to stay for your cousins? Who, Philip? Xander?

All I’m saying, it’s a big move is all.

Right. Is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie?

[chuckles] Stephanie? What do you mean?

I mean, she’s the real reason you don’t want to leave Salem, right?


I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

No, it’s– it’s truly a calling.

Well, then I’m happy for you. Really, the best in California.

Thanks. You know, if you ask me, you should join me there.

I appreciate that. But, you know, my job is really here. I like it here.

Yeah, but, you know, I’m not sure it will be for much longer.

Excuse me?

Oh. I hate to tell you this, but the hospital’s about to declare bankruptcy.

Bankruptcy?

OK, what does this mean for the future of the hospital?

It means that Salem University Hospital will be shutting down for good.


[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


Oh, Joy, I don’t know why you would think that.

I would think that because I saw you and Stephanie in the nurses’ station last night, kissing. But only yesterday, you were in bed with me, saying you wanted to spend Valentine’s Day with me. But now you’re trying to worm your way out of it, saying you’re worried I’m not feeling up to it.

[sighs]

Just admit it, Alex. You don’t want to go to LA with me because you see a future here with her. [dramatic music]


I don’t believe this.

Come on, Kayla. You know as well as anyone, the hospital has been struggling to make ends meet for some time now.

Well, yes, I knew that, but I didn’t know it was such a dire situation.

And what about the show? Wasn’t it–

Helping to keep things afloat? Yeah, it was for a while, but that’s over now, I mean, obviously. And so the board has decided it doesn’t want to invest any more money into a sinking ship.

A sinking ship?

But this is a wonderful hospital.

Yeah. It’s also a money pit. And I’m afraid that when Kate and Abe decided that they wanted to pull the plug on “Body & Soul,” they also pulled the plug on Salem University Hospital too.


[scoffs]


So many ideas. So many dreams that’ll never become reality. [sighs] To think I almost had Jennifer Coolidge agree to do a five-, maybe even ten-episode arc. Sure, she never responded to my DM, but I saw that she read it. Maybe those dozens of question marks were overkill.


[sighs] These deserve a better fate than some order pad at the Brady Pub.


You deserve a better fate too, Leo. You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this show. You were finally, finally getting the respect that you deserved. [sighs]


[sighs] Arrow, my handsome, handsome leading man, how I’m gonna miss you.


Hey, Mr. Stark.

Ay! Doug, you ever hear of knocking?

Oh, sorry. But you hired me to be your writer’s assistant. You told me to report this afternoon and be prepared to burn the midnight oil.

Right, I did. Sorry, I’ve been a bit distracted, to say the least.

So where should I begin?

Well, you can begin by… carrying all these office supplies out to my car and stacking them neatly in the trunk.

OK, sure. Are we going back to the Salem Inn to write?

No, we will not be writing anymore, period, from anywhere.

So you’re saying we do have plans for Valentine’s Day?

That’s what I’m saying.

Are you gonna tell me what they are?

No. No. Don’t you want to be surprised?

No. No more surprises.

[laughs] OK, then. All right. Fair enough. So tell me, where is our place?

Our place?

Mm-hmm.

I don’t know. I just feel like we’ve hung out in a lot of places, that’s all.

The Horton cabin.

Oh, of course. Yes.

Yeah, so I was thinking that maybe we could meet there and I would make us dinner.

And since when do you know how to cook?

I learned a thing or two when I stayed up there last summer, and I already talked to your grandma, and she gave me the keys.

Really, she did?

Yeah. Why wouldn’t she?

[laughs] I don’t know. I figured she might be concerned that we’d…you know.

That we’d what, play “Connect Four”?

Yeah. That and, you know… [light country music]

Actually, yeah, it did cross my mind that… maybe after dinner, we could… start a fire.

Yeah? And then what, tell each other ghost stories?

Whatever you want to do before we have to catch the last ferry home.

I think you know what I want to do.


Wait, the show is moving back to California?

Yeah.

Wow. Well, what about the cast and crew?

The network said that everyone from the Salem reboot is welcome to stay on– if they’re willing to move to LA, that is.

Wow. Wow. That is big news, obviously. God, I wonder how many people are gonna take them up on their offer.

I know Hattie has.

Uh-huh.

And that’s all I know of so far.

Huh. Well, what about you? [light music]

Well, that’s what I wanted to talk to you about.

Oh. Well… I think it sounds like a no-brainer to me.


Think about it, Johnny. Before the miscarriage, we were ready to pull up stakes so that you could take that film job in LA. We had flights booked. The bakery was up for sale.

And then we decided that we were better off staying here. OK, look, Chanel, we’ve been through so much the last couple of months. I just–I don’t want to rock the boat, OK? I want to focus on us…

Yeah.

On our marriage, on our future.

OK, and we can do that anywhere.

Yeah, I suppose, but I just– I don’t think we need the added complication of a move on top of everything else.

So what are you saying? You’re saying that you are gonna quit your job?

Yeah. I think it’s for the best. [light music]

[sighs] Johnny, is this really about our future, or is this about Joy Wesley? [dramatic music]

I heard you, Alex, telling Stephanie you didn’t want to break up with me just yet. You didn’t want to kick me while I was down.

[sighs] Joy, I am sorry. I did not want you to find out like that.

Oh, too late now.

I don’t get it, though. Why didn’t you just say something sooner?

Because I was hoping you would have the guts to tell me the truth. But clearly, since you’ve chosen to take the cowardly way out, I will save us both the time and the trouble. Alex, we are through.


Mom, I’m so sorry.

This can’t be happening.

Unfortunately, it is. And I figured I’d tell you now because, well, you might want to nab that Kassandra role while Bonnie’s still laid up.

Oh, my God, Seth, I’m not thinking about myself. I’m thinking about our patients, the staff here, the whole community. I mean, what if somebody doesn’t have transportation or they don’t have insurance or somebody goes into labor and they have to be driven all the way across town?

Believe me, Kayla, I’m as distressed about it as you are.

Oh, right. Yeah, yeah, yeah, I can tell.


I better go clean out my desk.

Ugh!

Oh, my God. Mom, are you OK?

No, I’m not OK.


What do you mean you’re not writing anymore?

Well, not for “Body & Soul,” anyway. I was just let go. Fired.

That’s–oh, my God. I’m sorry.

Yeah, me too. For you, I mean. Seeing as I’m no longer going to be writing, I’m not gonna be needing a writer’s assistant. And trust me, if I had any idea that this was happening–

It’s OK. It’s not your fault.

Still, I know you were counting on the salary or at least the meager hourly wage to buy back Julie’s necklace.

Leo, don’t worry about it. And I promise you, I’ll pay you back that advance that you gave me.

Well, I’m at least glad you’ve got free room and board with Julie.


Yeah.

What? What is it?

Nothing. It’s fine.

No, no. As young as you are, that was the “yeah” of the middle aged man who just lost his son’s college tuition at a craps table.

Fine, it’s just… I already gave the money to Holly.

To Holly? Oh, you mean–

The money that I owed her, yeah. But it’s OK. I’ll just–I’ll just ask her to give it back.

No, no, no, no. You don’t have to do that.


[light country music]

Holly, are you sure that you want to take things to the next level?

I am. And actually, I have been for a while. I mean, unless you aren’t, you know, with the whole Sophia situation. I get it.

No, no, no. I really want to, like, so bad. I just–I don’t know. I didn’t want to take things for granted. And I just– I didn’t want to assume that that was what–

It’s OK. You can assume. Tate, I love you, and I want to make love with you.


I want that, too, so bad.

[chuckles]


[clears throat]


Sophia.

Sorry to interrupt, but it’s kind of important.

OK. What is it?

I might have found a couple who wants to adopt our baby. [dramatic music]

Wait. So you found a couple? How?

Well, there’s this woman at my church, Ellen. And she actually used to be my Sunday school teacher. But her and her husband, Greg, they’re both doctors, and I know that they’re going to be amazing parents. [light country music] But Ellen’s been having a hard time getting pregnant, and I heard that they were thinking of adopting.

OK. Does your mom know them?

Oh, yeah, and she thinks that they’re, like, the perfect couple. So, you know, if she knew that the baby was going to a great home and raised in the church, then I really think she’s gonna change her mind about letting us put it up for adoption.

Wow. Wow. Oh, my God. That could be amazing.

Yeah. Yeah, it would be. And Ellen and Greg agreed to meet with us to talk about the possibility.

Awesome. OK, when?

Like, now, at Horton Town Square. I would say later, but you know I have to work the dinner shift.

Oh.


Go. This is important.

Sure?

Yeah.

Thank you for understanding.

Good luck.

All right, let’s go.

OK.


[sighs]

But why don’t you want me to ask Holly for your money back? I mean, now that you’re out of a job–

Well, look, I rode the gravy train while it lasted. I got while the getting was good. I can afford to be magnanimous.

But you, like, barely know me.

Yeah, but I gave you an advance. I’m not gonna now have you go back to this girl who you like, as in like-like, and ask for it back.

Holly?

Yeah.

No, no, we’re just– we’re just friends.

Right. Just friends, I’ve heard that before. I would like for you to consider this severance. Besides, I’m gonna need a tax write-off now that I no longer have any income.

Is that how tax write-offs work?

I don’t have the slightest idea.

Well, I don’t know what to say besides thank you, so thank you so much. That is very generous of you, Mr. Stark.

Mr. Stark. Do I look like a Marvel character? Which I’m glad I’m not, because I would be schvitzing up a storm if I was wearing that clunky metal getup. So do me a favor. Call me Leo.

I will, Leo.

And don’t let this get around. I have a cranky, curmudgeon-y, cheapskate reputation that I need to uphold.

Of course. Thank you, Mr.– I mean Leo. [dramatic music]

I am just shocked. No, no, no, I’m outraged that the hospital board would choose money and profits over the welfare of the people here. Oh, Tom Horton would just be rolling over in his grave.

Look, maybe it’s not a done deal. Hospitals go into receivership all the time. There could be another buyer out there.

Yeah.

Or maybe the board’s minds can be changed. I’m going to do a full-court press encouraging them to explore other options. And in the meantime, I’m gonna reach out to the hospital’s PR department, and I’m going to ask them to delay any announcements until we have given this our best shot.

OK. I appreciate your determination. I’m gonna get on the phone with the board members and–

No, no, no, no, no. Mom, Mom, you just rest. OK? Just focus on getting better. You always take care of me, so please, let me do this for you.


OK.

You know, Alex, I thought you were the one person, the only person here in Salem that I could count on to treat me with kindness and respect. But, God, was I wrong.

I never meant to disrespect you.

Of course you meant to. What do you mean? You thought I would be your side piece so nobody on set would know that you were with Stephanie.

No. What are you talking about? That’s not how it went down at all.

Then how did it go down, huh? How long has this been going on?

[sighs] A couple weeks ago, Stephanie mentioned possibly quitting her PR gig at the show and giving our relationship another try.

A couple weeks ago?

I just thought she decided not to go through with it.

So you’ve been thinking about this for two weeks and you decided not to say anything to me?

I didn’t want to hurt your feelings, Joy.

Right, or you didn’t want to get kicked out of my bed.

OK. All right. [sighs] Truth is, after everything you went through with Chanel and Johnny, I fell for you. This wasn’t some calculated decision on my part, Joy. I like you. I like spending time with you. I just–I didn’t realize that you thought it was something a little bit more serious.

Wow. How many times have you used that one before, Alex? ‘Cause with you, God, it sounds so natural coming out of your mouth, so practiced.

I didn’t find out about all this until yesterday when Stephanie told me she actually quit her job. We talked about getting back together for, like, two minutes, and I collapsed.

[sighs] Right. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah, and then you– you saved my life, which is something to be grateful for. What I’m doing with that life, God only knows, but– [scoffs]

You can still go to LA, Joy.

Oh, you would love that, wouldn’t you, knowing I’m thousands of miles away?

I’m thinking about your future, you know, your career.

Well, you can stop thinking about anything that has to do with me. I don’t want to hear a single word that comes out of your mouth. Go. Go.

All right, Joy.

Go tell Stephanie the good news.

Joy.

Go! Get the hell out of here. Go.


[light music]

Chanel, my wanting to stay in Salem has absolutely nothing to do with Joy Wesley, OK?

No? So you’re not trying to put distance between the two of you because it’s what you think I want?

No, I’m not. Look, I don’t even know if Joy is going to LA.

Well, why wouldn’t she? I mean, what’s keeping her in Salem?

She’s dating Alex, for one thing.

OK. I mean, be that as it may, Johnny, I do not want you to sacrifice your dreams because it’s what you think I want.

Chanel… my biggest dream… is to build a future with you. [tender music] OK? Look, my family’s here. Your family’s here. Your business is here. Why move all the way to California when there’s plenty of opportunity for me right here? I mean, I could do theater. I could do the news. I mean, who knows, I could start a production company, all right? But the bottom line is…


The only thing I want is for us to build a family together.


I love so much, Johnny.

Love you too.


Listen, I know it’s gonna be hard keeping the bankruptcy completely under wraps. But please, could you just give it 24 hours? [sighs] That’s great. Thank you, Lourdes. Thank you.

Steph.

[sighs]

Hi.

Aw.

[sighs] I’m glad I ran into you.

[sighs]

I got some news.

[sighs]

Wait. What’s wrong?

According to Seth Burns, the hospital is about to file Chapter 11.

They’re filing bankruptcy?

Yeah. And unless we do something to stop it, Salem University Hospital is going to shut down… for good.

Damn. – Seth, what are you doing here?

Just coming by to pick up my last paycheck before shoving off to Hollywood.

[gasps] So you’re making the big move, huh?

Yeah, got myself a little bungalow in Malibu right next to Brad Pitt, if you can believe it.

Shut up. Brad Pitt, really?

Are you kidding? I got a crap apartment by the freeway. I’m just grateful I get to keep my day job.

Well, forgive me for being presumptuous, but I thought the hospital gig was your day job.

Yeah, it was, but no longer. [chuckles]

Why? What happened? [dramatic music]

Holly, hey.

Doug, hey. How was work? Today is your first day, right?

Yeah, first day and last.

Oh, no. What happened?

It’s a long story. But basically, Leo got canned, so he no longer needs an assistant.

Yikes. Man, that sucks. Oh, and about the advance you gave me, I can totally get a refund for my school trip payment.

No. No need. No, he insisted that he does not want the money back.

What, Leo said that, as in Leo Stark?

Yeah. But don’t spread it around, OK? He wants to uphold his reputation as a cranky cheapskate.

Wow. Well, my lips are sealed.

[chuckles] All right, well, I’m gonna go out and pound the pavement. I don’t want to keep leeching off of Julie, and I really want to buy her necklace back.

Right.

So did your study partner ditch you?

Sort of. Sophia and Tate might have found a couple who wants to adopt their baby.

Oh. I thought the whole adoption thing was off.

Yeah, well, turns out, it might be back on after all. [light country music]

Do you want something from Sweet Bits while we wait?

Oh, I can’t. I have no appetite. I’m too nervous. I just really want this all to work out so badly.

Yeah, me too. [phone ringing]

Oh. [light music] It’s Ellen.


Ellen, hi. Is everything– [dramatic music] Oh, yeah. I understand. That’s OK. Thank you for letting me know.


They’re backing out.

No. [sighs] OK, did she say why?

No, she couldn’t wait to get off the phone.

[sighs] Look, it’s gonna be OK, all right? Like, how hard can it be to find another couple who wants to adopt a baby, right?


Wow. Salem U Hospital is going under? I can’t believe that.

Yeah, it’s pretty shocking.

[sighs]

I mean, I’m gonna do everything in my power to save it, but I just– I don’t know if the odds are very good.

How’s your mom taking it?

Well, as you’d expect. She’s devastated.

I’m sure.

Anyway, whatever bad news you have, lay it on me.

I mean, it’s not exactly bad news, but… it might not be the best time to talk about it.

No, about what?

Joy and I. We ended things.

Oh.

Yeah.

So you broke up with her?

No. No, she–she broke up with me.


No, Mom, I’m telling you, do not– do not fly out here, OK? I’m fine. No, I don’t–I don’t know if I’m going to LA. The truth is, everything’s just really up in the air right now, so…


Not hard to find another couple to adopt our baby? How can you say that? You know what my mom is like. You know that she’s gonna reject anybody who she doesn’t think is gonna be the perfect parents. OK, if they aren’t religious enough, right, or if they aren’t the right age, if they don’t make enough money or if they don’t have some kind of fancy academic credentials or whatever–

I know. I know. I know. Look, it’s–hey, hey, your mom, yes, is gonna make it very difficult. She is. But we cannot give up hope. We can’t. OK?

Well, I try not to. But, you know, every day that goes by– my God, Tate, when is this nightmare gonna end?

I know.

Tate, buddy, hey. Long time, no see. How goes it? [dramatic music]

You know, it– it goes. Sorry. This is my friend Sophia. Sophia, this is my cousin Johnny and his wife, Chanel.

Hi.

Hey.

Of course I know Sophia. You used to stop by Sweet Bits on your way to work at the Bistro, was it?

That’s right. Yeah.

Yeah, it’s been a minute.

Yeah, well, morning sickness.

Ah.

Of course.


Is everything OK?


Actually, no, not really. We were actually just supposed to meet a couple who was interested in adopting our baby and–

But they canceled.

Oh, no. I am so sorry to hear that.

Yeah, well, I bet they were just afraid of my mother’s wrath.

Yeah. Mrs. Choi isn’t really a fan of the whole idea. So we were really hoping that if we found a couple she approved of, she would change her mind.

I better get to work. And you probably want to get back to Holly.


So I’ll see you at school tomorrow.

OK. [sighs]

Tate, man, I’m really sorry you’re going through this.

I mean, never mind me. I just–I feel terrible for Sophia. I mean, really, there’s just no one that’s on her side.

Well, she has you.

Yeah, but I mean, I’m not really sure if that helps all that much ’cause she knows the person that I really want to be with is Holly.

So you and Holly are working things out?

Yeah. Yeah, we are. But still, she’s really upset about what’s happened, obviously. She’s worried about how this might affect us in the future.

Yeah, that’s understandable.


Look, Tate, you and Holly, if you’re really committed to one another, then you’ll find a way through it.

I mean, yeah, but still, I mean, between me wanting to be there for Sophia and wondering if this baby is gonna get adopted or not, I just– I’m asking Holly to put up with a lot.

But you are worth it, Tate.

Yeah, I hope so.

Mm-hmm.


Well, I hope this couple turns out to be the one and Sophia’s mom agrees to let her give up the baby.

Me too. Doug, can I ask you a question and you be completely honest with me?

About what?

Does it sound selfish how badly I want this all to happen?

No. No, it’s not selfish. It’s what Sophia and Tate want too, right? And it’s what’s best for them. And just as importantly, it’s what’s best for the baby. And yeah, I mean, it’s gonna be difficult no matter what. But in the long run, it’s also what’s best for you and Tate. Right?

Yeah, I guess. God, I’m sorry. I need to stop dumping all this on you. I mean, you just lost your job.

Holly, it’s OK.

No, it’s not. I really need to stop ruminating. And hey, if you’re looking for work, I have lived here a lot longer than you, and I know a lot more people. So just say the word, and I can help.

Thank you. I might actually take you up on that. [light country music]

Gosh. Where will I go now when I throw out my back or injure my wrist in a trust fall? Where is Dr. Marlena Evans gonna hang her shingle now?

Oh, I’m sure she’ll figure something out. And you will too. And listen, Leo, I want to take this opportunity to say I think you’re a fantastic writer.

You do?

I do. I’ve really enjoyed all the stories Dr. Blake Lamoray was involved in. And all that to say Johnny’s been telling me what a great job I’ve been doing. So if possible, I’d love to be featured more prominently in the reboot.

Sorry, Seth, you’re barking up the wrong tree. I am no longer writing for “Body & Soul.”

What? You’ve decided not to go with the show?

No, the network decided that for me.

Oh. Oh, I’m sorry.

Oh, it’s OK. I hate LA anyway. Palm trees, gorgeous people, hiking, sneaking wine into the Hollywood Bowl, perfect weather– who needs that?

Right? [chuckles] So what are you gonna do now?

[sighs] That’s a really good question.

Mm.

So Joy broke up with you?

Well, turns out, she overheard us out here last night talking about how we wanted to be together.

Oh. Oh.

Yeah.

That’s too bad.

Yeah, she was pretty upset, to say the least.

Ugh.

Honestly, Steph, I can’t even blame her. I could have handled things a lot better.

Same. Same. But you know what? In the end, it worked out, because we would have gotten to this end result anyway.

True. Very true. So I guess now there’s no reason why I can’t do this. [tender music]


Right?

Mm-hmm.

Mm.


[tender music]

So you got any plans for the day?

Unfortunately, I have to work.

Ugh.

In fact, I’m gonna have to pull an all-nighter, strategizing about ways to save this hospital.

Maybe you could use some help.

I’d love that.

Mm.

But, Alex, you have to promise me–

No distractions or at least kept to a minimum…

Mm-hmm.

For now. But while we’re waiting… mm.


Mm. Let’s go.

OK. [dramatic music]


I suppose I’m gonna have to go hunt down Abe and Kate for my check. Oh, I hope they don’t try to stiff me. [both laugh]

Good luck.


You know, it’s only one man’s opinion, but I think the new producers are idiots if they don’t want you.


Thank you, Seth. I wish more people shared your opinion.

Listen, plenty of folks love the show. It’s just that the haters make the most noise. So ignore them, and remember what I said when you’re up there accepting your Daytime Emmy.


OK, I will. Thank you.

Good luck, my friend.


Maybe I don’t suck.

Hmm, you know, the Brady Pub’s always looking for an extra hand. I know it doesn’t pay much, but Tate said it was a pretty chill job to work at.

The pub, huh?

Yeah. And FYI, someone as charming as you could make a whole lot of tips.

You think I’m charming?

Yeah, I do, but don’t let that get to your head.

Oh, way too late. Way too late. [both laugh]

Hey.

Hey, Tate.

What’s up, man?

That was fast. What happened? [light country music]

Well, the couple who was considering adopting the baby, they backed out.

What?

Yeah. So it’s back to square one.

[sighs] [dramatic music]


Oh, God, Tate– poor guy.

Yeah. Yeah, he’s going through a lot.

Mm.

And on top of that, still being in high school? Ugh, and then Sophia, what she must be going through, you know, not only being pregnant by someone who’s in love with someone else but then also having a mother who doesn’t support her choices. [light music]

Yeah. Yeah, I feel for both of them. I feel for Holly.

Mm, yeah.

You know, I still think back a lot to when we first found out you were pregnant.

Yeah. Yeah, I think about that a lot too. And, you know, even with, you know, the complications and Mama and the whole radiation scare, we still found a way to be excited about it.

Yeah, we did.

Mm. Yeah, but then, you know, when I miscarried, that was really tough for both of us, obviously.

It was, yeah.

But it made us realize that we really did want to have a baby. [tender music]

And then Kayla said that we needed to wait six months before we tried again.

Mm-hmm.

At the time, I think… that’s what we both wanted to do.


But then we had our little…hiccup.


Johnny, I– I still want to have a baby.


You do?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. I mean, look, I know that we just got back together, but it has been six months. So maybe we could see if we could get an appointment with Kayla and see if she’ll give us the go-ahead. I mean, if that’s OK with you.

Oh, that’s more than OK. I think that would be amazing.

Yeah?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. Let’s–let’s have a baby.

Let’s have a baby.

OK. [both laugh]

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Did you hear me?! Get your hand off my son! ♪♪ You touch my son again, they will never find your body! ♪♪ I’ve got Cyrus’ super in the box. Oh. Okay. Great. I-I’ll be right in. Thank you. Yeah. Detective Falconeri, you’re on leave. Yeah, I’m aware of that. Well, then what are you doing here? I think you know what I’m doing here. I’m not leaving till I get it. Does Mr. Renault keep strange hours? Not really. I mean… he’s kind of an odd guy, but he seems nice enough. Comes and goes. Keeps to himself. Does he have many visitors? Never. Oh, uh, except for last week. ♪♪ Huh. ♪♪ Lulu! Hey! Hey, Josslyn. Get over here. Ohh! Oh. How are you? I’m good. How are you? I am getting by. Uh, can I get you a menu? You want to eat something? ♪♪ You okay? Yeah. Sorry. I was just, um… taking this in. What? A Spencer behind the counter. Tonight’s our official first cousins’ night out. It’s long overdue. To many more. Mm. ♪♪ “Brown Dog Bar.” So, uh… This fine establishment is one of your usual haunts, huh? I’ve been known to drop in occasionally. And what is the occasion today? Oh, um, well, it’s… sort of a test. A test. What kind of test? To see if you’re as comfortable here as you are at the other exclusive places you frequent. Well, every place is exclusive in its own right. And it is never the location. It is the company. I know how charming Drew can be… and attentive and smart. Yes, he is all those things and more. Which is why what I’m about to say to you is not gonna be easy. Okay? I… Tracy: Oh, Willow! I understand you’re all settled in at your mother’s house. Yes, Tracy, I am at Nina’s with my children. How nice! All the better to commit adultery, my dear. ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ That’s Jack Brennan, WSB Station Chief. Sound like they’re on a date to you? Because it looks like they’re on a date to me. Maybe. Um, speaking of dates, you’ve been in Port Charles for a while, and as far as I know, you haven’t been on one single date. I’ve been busy. Lucas, I think it is great you care about Carly’s love life, but I want to talk about yours. Why? There’s nothing to talk about. That’s kind of the point. Look, the Brad debacle was, like, years ago. Don’t you think it’s time to get back on that horse? Is it just me or is your brother giving me the stink eye ever since we sat down? [ Chuckles ] Probably. I think he would prefer that we don’t get any closer. I think everybody would. And in spite of these nearly universal warnings, you’re still here. Yeah. I make my own decisions. And you’ve done so much for me already. But what you did for me in Germany, you know, that’s on another level. Well, what I remember from Germany was you taking over Michael’s care under extremely stressful circumstances and then, uh, a trip to the spa. That’s all you remember? No. See right there? You don’t show that side to other people. [ Chuckles ] And, uh — And you think I should. No. I like that it’s all mine. Don’t blame me for moving out and taking my kids away from Monica and the family. That’s on you. Oh, no. It’s your unwillingness to keep Drew off the family property… and out of your bed that’s to blame. Enough! And while we’re on the subject, that ring you are wearing belonged to my mother, a woman you couldn’t hold a candle to on your best day! Take it off! Tracy! Our table is finally ready, and — and we don’t want them to give it away, so we sh– Now! There’s got to be something you can tell me. Of course. And as soon as I have something, you will be my first call. [ Sighs ] But until then, I-I… Yeah. Yeah. I got to let you handle it. And the sooner I get back to it… Right. Right. [ Door opens ] [ Anna muttering ] Did the super give you any leads? What? Yeah. It seems Cyrus had a visitor. A blond, Caucasian female. Early 20s. Josslyn Jax? She said she worked with him at Redemption Mission, so the super let her into his apartment. Okay. Bring her in. Do you want me to arrest her? No, no, no. I need to talk to her. I mean, first she accuses Cyrus of murder to his face, and now she’s trespassing in his apartment? Oh, my God. That girl is gonna get herself killed. I know a lot has changed, the name, for one, but I spent a lot of my childhood here. That sounds pretty great. It was. And whenever I’m here, I just imagine my dad and Aunt Bobbie sitting around telling stories about Aunt Ruby. Yeah. You know, after everybody goes home and it’s empty in here, I definitely feel closer to my grandma. It would mean the world to her and my dad to see you here. And it makes me wonder. Maybe I should have got a job here instead of at Deception, you know, be a part of the whole family-tradition thing. [ Chuckles ] Part of me always wanted to have that Kelly’s/Bobbie’s experience. Understood. Let’s go. I know he killed my mom! ♪♪ That was crazy. Well, Cyrus is crazy. He held me and my mom hostage at gunpoint, and then he shot my dad. If you want to leave, we can leave. No problem. Excuse me. Where are you going? Where — Martin: Cyrus! What the hell was that about? Jason Morgan’s a violent man. He tried to kill me before. Kai: Excuse me. I think it’s time that you go. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Listen. I-I get it. I promise you, we’re gonna be leaving. Yeah, you need to leave now. And I’ll take care of your tab. But you should go before there’s another incident. ♪♪ Come on, come on, come on. Just — Just — Just — Just go. Sit. I’m not here to have dinner with you! You and I have a few things to get straightened out. Thanks for trying to defend me. Again. As usual, Tracy was wrong about almost everything. Don’t let her get to you. It makes her too happy. It’s easier said than done. Everywhere I go, someone is either judging me or yelling at me. Well, then don’t listen to them, either. Eventually, all of this is going to pass. Maybe. But after a while, I have to wonder if the things people are saying about me are true. I mean, it’s getting really hard not to think of myself as a horrible person. The onion rings. Mmm! Oh, I have them every day. Every day. Hi. What’s going on? I need you to come with me to the station. Wait. Oh. Is she under arrest? It’s just to talk. For your protection. Um, well, I’m in the middle of the shift, and I’m the only server here right now. I could cover you until you get back. It’ll be my chance to have the Kelly’s/Bobbie’s experience. Really? Oh, my gosh. Thank you so much. Here’s your apron. Thank you. Uh, one second. Okay. Seriously, thank you so much. I will not be long. Hopefully. I really appreciate you getting rid of Cyrus. Yeah. You were upset. Okay? There was no way I was just gonna let that guy hang around. But — But I just don’t get how he’s able to walk free after everything he did to you and your family. Emma: Well, he’s gone now, and there’s really nothing that we can do about him being free. But we can do something about animal cruelty, right? So can we get back to our event? Hey, Emma. Uh, could I talk to you for a second? I just need to run something by you real quick. ♪♪ You need to read the room. I was. Then you totally missed how upset Trina was. It was obvious she didn’t want to talk about your event right now. Well, maybe what Trina needs is — Maybe what you need is to be a little less self-involved so you can clue in to what other people are feeling. How did Danny know that Cyrus killed his mom? I mean, he lives at the Quartermaines’. Maybe he overheard Chase and Dante talking about the investigation? Yeah, I guess that makes sense. I can’t believe he confronted Cyrus. Wait, wait! Come on! Listen to me, Cyrus! Listen! I cannot say this strongly enough. Now, you have to file a complaint against Jason Morgan with the police. You got to do it right now. There’s no need for that. What do you mean, no need?! What is wrong with you?! Didn’t you see what happened in there?! Why am I more upset about this than you are?! Because I’ve had enough violence in my life! Now I’m choosing peace. And so should you, brother. ♪♪ Danny. Hold on, hold on. We need to talk about this. Do you know who Cyrus is? Do you know how dangerous he is? Then you know confronting him like that was reckless. I know I shouldn’t have gotten in his face like that, but I was — I was so mad. I-I just lost it. Okay. I understand. But you’re getting older, and it’s something that you’re gonna have to learn to control. Yeah, I know. Thank you for showing up when you did. How’d you know where I was? Rocco. Yeah, I was just — I just needed to know why he hurt my mom. [ Sighs ] That’s something we all need to know. I’m glad to see you home safe, Danny. Actually, Sasha, um… Can you stay? I think we should talk to Danny together. Thank you for your concern about my love life, but I’m not ready to date. No one’s ever really ready. And you’re the total package. You’re smart. successful, gorgeous. No criminal record to speak of. Mnh-mnh. No criminal record that you know of. [ Chuckles ] No, but seriously, I’m not even really thinking about dating. I had a family and one great love… but it ended. Lucas, you are not dead. You could have that again. I just don’t see that type of love or family now as something I was meant to have. Okay, well, then it’s a good thing I’m talking about just going to dinner with someone and not picking out china patterns. Yeah, but I have to meet somebody who I would want to do that with. Okay, well, I kind of already met someone I want to set you up with. He’s a model for Deception. Just think about it. I promise I’m not gonna push it. [ Chuckles ] Since when? It’s something new I’m trying. I’m not very optimistic about it. Okay. Well, let me ask you. Has anyone warned you about me? Of course. What?! [ Chuckles ] Who?! I want names. Uh, well, there may be a colleague who warned me I was getting a little too close to a civilian. Oh. Are you? Well, let’s just say that if there is something or someone that I want, there is very little that can stop me. [ Clears throat ] Carly? A word? ♪♪ Willow, you need to listen to me. You are a kind woman with a really good heart. You’re a loving mother and a wonderful nurse. I am also someone who left her husband for his uncle and managed to hurt quite a few people along the way. So? You made a mistake. Everyone has made mistakes. You need to promise me this — that you’re not gonna let any of these people change the way that you see yourself. You’re amazing. And I am so proud to be your mother. So I want you to hold your head up high. I will do my best. That’s my girl. You need to back off Drew and Willow. I was. I have. I was merely commenting on the fact that Willow has moved out of the gatehouse, and I asked her for my mother’s ring back. That’s not what I heard when I came over. I was… a little impassioned. Is that not allowed? No. Not even a little. Oh, come on, Alexis. This is a lot! I’m trying. Try harder. Much, much harder. Because with you acting impassioned, Drew and Willow won’t be able to relocate fast enough. And where Drew goes, my granddaughter goes. And Scout needs to be with her brothers, and I need my granddaughter with me. I want what’s left of my family to stay together with me. You’re right. Scout needs to be with her family, even if that family is you. But I am entitled to my feelings about Drew, and I am not gonna keep silent about them. Oh, yes, you are. Because you owe me. And I need to collect. Anna: Oh, great. Thank you, Josslyn. I really appreciate you taking the time to come in. I know how busy you are with school and your job at Bobbie’s. Well, I didn’t think I really had a choice. And now I hear that you’re volunteering at the Redemption Mission, yeah, with Cyrus. How’s that going? Kristina: Did Lucky ever tell you our dads used to run a club together? He did not. Yeah. That’s why working together feels like… Like things have come full circle? Yes. Right. Ah. That’s exactly it. Mm-hmm. He’s a great guy, and, you know, he’s super cool under pressure, which is great because I am not. [ Chuckles ] You should’ve seen me this afternoon. Sounds — Is “intriguing” the right word? I’m not so sure. What I am sure of, though, is I was seconds away from punching out my sister’s mother if Elizabeth hadn’t saved me. There you go. Thank you. Yeah. She saves a lot of people. ♪♪ Why did you almost start throwing punches? Uh, well, um, I… I have a lot of anger wrapped up in Ava. She’s, um — She caused the accident which made me lose my daughter. I heard about that. I’m very sorry for your loss. Thank you. Unh! I just met you, and I am totally, like, trauma dumping on you. I’m so sorry. No, no, no. Y-You’re totally fine. Any friend of Lucky’s is someone I want to know. I am not self-involved. Then why did you bring the conversation back to your event instead of focusing on Trina? She was obviously upset. Gio, I did it because she was upset. Okay? She very clearly did not want to relive the trauma of her hostage situation. I, uh — I didn’t think of that. No kidding. I was just trying to distract her. Yeah. I’m sorry. Y-You were trying to help Trina feel better, and I didn’t see it. It’s okay. Okay, well, now that that’s settled, why don’t you distract me from your rudeness… help me hand out some flyers? It’s the least I could do. It really is. ♪♪ How were you able to just sit there totally calm with that man across the room? I don’t want to be defined by the bad things that happened to me. Those things — Those things aren’t who I am. Well, I’m in awe of the person you are. First, Josslyn confronts Cyrus about Dex’s murder, and now Danny confronts him about Sam’s. We were getting so close to nailing him, and now… He knows that people are onto him. We might be farther away than ever. [ Panting ] Uh, the burger. And…primavera. Excuse me, miss, I think that burger is mine. And I’m a vegetarian. I ordered the pasta. I am so sorry. Um… And what about you? Still waiting on a menu. Right. Um, just one sec. Um… Here you are. Uh, burger. Thank you, everyone, for your patience. I’m so sorry. Don’t start. I am just filling in. Why — Why are you filling in at Bobbie’s? Because Josslyn was the only server here, and then Chase took her to the police station, and like an idiot, I volunteered. Whoa, whoa. Wait. Chase took Joss to the station? I don’t know. Just to talk. But she should be back any second. I hope. Do you need some help? No. No. No, thank you. I am fine. Okay. [ Bell dings ] Ooh, I’m gonna shove that dinger — Miss. I’m ready to order. Maybe just a little help. Coming right up. [ Lulu sighs ] So, there’s, uh, something Sasha and I need to talk to you about. You and Sasha? Yeah. You know she’s pregnant, right? Yeah. Wait. Are you the — No. Your dad is not the father of my baby. Oh. Thank God. I mean — Sorry. I didn’t mean that. No offense. None taken. So — So, what’s going on? Uh, so, um, a lot of people in this, uh, family and town have assumed that I am the father — and I’m not. But for now, for certain reasons, it’s just easier to let everybody believe that I am. Your dad is really helping me by doing this. And I did that on one condition — that you know the truth. So only the three of us know? That’s it. The three of us. And it’s got to stay that way. You understand? Yeah. Okay. Uh, I just have one question. Sure. Anything. Who’s the real dad? So, we heard from Cyrus’ super that he let a young, blond, early-20s girl into Cyrus’ apartment because she claimed to be working with him at the mission. Hm. Well, I’m not the only blonde in Port Charles. He identified a photo of you. Well, how good was this photo? And I’m sorry. What’s the crime? How can it be trespassing if this person was let in by the super? Well, it is. It’s — It’s criminal trespassing, to be exact. And fraud. You’re very smart, Josslyn. I didn’t think I would need to have to explain this to you, but apparently I do. This little game that you’re playing is extremely dangerous, and it could cost you your life! Ah, yes. How could I forget? You can’t. Because I won’t ever let you. Because you framed me for drunk driving. [ Chuckles ] Not my finest hour. The only reason you are not in prison is because I chose not to pursue it. So now I need you not to pursue Drew and Willow. Can I just write you a check? No! Okay. You showed me generosity when I didn’t deserve it. I can do the same. What form will this “generosity” take? I will keep my observations to myself and my passions in check. You know you really have to do it. You can’t just “try.” I know. I don’t want my lack of discipline to… cause you any more loss. Thank you. Is that it? We’re even? If you keep your promise, we are. There has been a silver lining in all of this. We’ve gotten closer. And for the first time in my life, I feel like I… truly have a mother. [ Exhales sharply ] I can’t tell you how much that means to me. I spent so much time pushing you away, but now I could not have gotten through any of this without… my mom. [ Exhales sharply ] ♪♪ [ Both chuckle ] Oh, I almost forgot. You were about to tell me something when Tracy showed up. What was it? Jack Brennan. Hi. I’m, uh — Frisco Jones’ daughter. Have a name. Mariah Maximiliana Jones. Maxie’s fine. And I suppose you’re here to read me the riot act for stealing your father’s job. No. No? No. I mean, yes, I do believe you screwed my dad out of a job, but we are gonna put a pin in that and circle back to it later ’cause I have something more important to discuss with you. I love that my brother is looking out for me. But you don’t have to worry. Jack has been good to me. Carly, it’s one thing for you to get involved with a Mob boss or a hitman or a reformed serial killer — Okay, I don’t really understand how Jack could be a step down from that. Because he will ruin your life. How? By lying. Look at me and Brad. Brad lied to me for years, and it destroyed my family and my relationship. Call me an optimist, but I don’t think Jack is gonna steal someone else’s baby and try and pass it off as our own. But he will lie to you. Constantly. It’s his literal job. Carly, you can’t get into a relationship based on lies. Okay, no one’s talking about a relationship here. We have just been flirting and made out a couple times. You know, it is one thing for you to lie to me, but, Carly, for your own good… don’t lie to yourself. If I wanted to experience the family business, it would’ve been nice if I inherited the necessary skills! Come on. I think — I think you’re doing pretty good. Ugh… [ Sighs ] [ Sniffing ] What? Just — It smells like something’s burning maybe. Oh. My toast! [ Laughs ] No!

Oh, no, no, no!

No, no, no, no, no, no. Don’t do that. [ Chuckles ] Uh, sorry, everybody. Whew! How many pieces of toast were in there? [ Both laughing ] Where’s the cook, by the way? On a break! On a break? I told him I’d watch the toast! Well, you were watching the toast. I mean, you knew where it was. This is — This is a disaster. [ Both laughing ] No. Stop it. Stop laughing. What? This is — This is — This is bad. Okay. Ugh! [ Sniffs ] I think I have egg in my hair. [ Laughs ] I didn’t even serve eggs! You got ketchup on there, too. [ Both laughing ] Oh, no! This is bad! [ Laughs ] Ah… What? I haven’t — I haven’t laughed since Sam died. I’m sorry. No. There’s no need to be. I… I guess maybe it feels like if I’m laughing, I-I’m not grieving her and I’m moving away from her. And I don’t want to — I don’t want to move away from Sam. Sam would never want you to feel guilty about experiencing joy. She was a hell-raiser and an adventurer. When she was alive, she lived. Dante, you’ll always miss Sam, and part of you will always grieve her, but she wouldn’t want you to wallow in it forever. ♪♪ How did you end up running such a fine establishment? Well, I — I was actually managing it first. Uh, but then when my daughter died, my dad thought I could use the distraction and, y-you know… have somewhere to find a purpose again. And, uh I gotta say, it really helped. I think it’s great that you and your dad are so close. Yeah, he’s — he’s the best. I don’t know what I would do without him. The way that I see it is that I can’t control what other people do, but I can control how I react. And there was a couple of times in my life that I just carried a lot of fear around, and I would lose sleep worrying about what might happen. And that’s just not who I am anymore. I’m taking back control. Taking back control. Those are good words to live by. Cyrus might leave town before anybody gets a chance to — to bring him down. I mean, it’s the smart thing to do. And if he does that, any chance of getting justice for anybody goes with him. There’s got to be something we can do. I-I say we take whatever evidence we have to Anna, sooner rather than later, before it’s too late. All right. Let’s say that you’re right about Cyrus. I am right about Cyrus. Okay. Then you know how dangerous he is. Not only did you accuse him to his face of murder, but you now conned his super into getting into his apartment. Like I said, that could have been anyone. Okay, between the description that the super has now probably passed on to Cyrus and the story that you told him, you’ve now placed yourself directly in his crosshairs. If Cyrus thinks he’s free and clear, he might not come after you. But if he suspects that we’re closing in on him, then he’s gonna feel cornered, and that is when he is dangerous! Okay. Um, should I go or should I call Diane? Call Diane. I’m arresting you for trespassing. For your own damn good. Commissioner, before you arrest her, can I talk to her? Anna: Yes! Danny, I can tell you anything you want to know, except who the father is. I have to respect his privacy. The less you know, the better. Y-Yeah. I mean, I get it. Yeah. But I told the father, and he supports my raising it alone completely. I didn’t keep anything from him. Yeah. Okay. Okay? You good? You sure? Yeah. I mean… this is never a conversation I thought I’d have, but what you’re doing is so brave. It’s great that you’re helping a friend out, Dad. That’s what Mom always did. I got great parents. I’m lucky. You really are. And, anyway, I should go find Rocco and thank him for helping you find me. ♪♪ Thank you for — for helping me with Danny. I’m sure he understood better hearing it from you. Don’t thank me. You are the one doing me a huge favor. Well, I gotta get going. Uh, Jason, wait. If you are on your way to see Cyrus, don’t. That is the worst thing you can do for your son. It’s nothing. I think I know what it was. Yeah? The way you were talking about Drew. I think you’re finally seeing him the way I do. Wow. Yeah. That’s — That’s it. Exactly. Thank you. For everything. For trying with Drew, for opening your home to me and the kids. You don’t have to thank me. You’re my family. So were the Quartermaines and the Corinthoses. And now they hate me. And it’s made me realize that I need to trust the people who have proven that they still care about me, who have stayed by my side, like you. Always. I’ve also learned that I need to stop letting my emotions cloud my judgment. So I give you my blessing to reach out to Martin to look for dirt on Michael. Drew and Willow have alienated practically everybody in town, and you may have gotten me to step back, but you can’t silence everybody. I’ll have to figure out something else. I admire your resolve. And whatever you figure out, it is not gonna bode well for Willow and Drew. ♪♪ I’m not the biggest WSB fan. I mean, my dad chose that life over us, and it cost him his family. Well, I’m sorry you feel — Still talking. Clearly you want this life, though, so if you’re looking to just “have some fun” before you’re inevitably transferred, stay away from Carly. I don’t see how this is any of your concern. Well, it’s not, but I know Carly’s been through a lot lately. I’m aware. Great. Then you’ll take me seriously. Because if there’s one thing you and “Frisco Jones’ daughter” know all too well, it’s that it’s not fair for you to get involved with anyone, especially Carly, when you know your job won’t allow it. My drink’s on his tab. We can’t shut ourselves off because we’ve been hurt. And we can’t let the “what-ifs” scare us into hiding. Because then we miss out on all this amazing life to live. And I’m reminded over and over again that life is short. So what you’re saying is that I shouldn’t worry about my future relationships being as big of a disaster as my marriage to Brad was. Mm-hmm. Not just yours, but mine, too. Okay? Ha! Seriously. Let’s wait for some big disaster to happen, and then we can panic together. Hm. Fine. Thank you. [ Laughs ] ♪♪ I am now ready for that date. Please set it up. Okay. What did Maxie say? Oh. Some nonsense about Frisco Jones. So what about your test? Oh. You passed. ♪♪ Hey! It’s the violin player from the Quartermaines’. In the flesh. I’m Lulu. Dante: Hey! Gio! Emma. What’s going on? Hey. Uh, we were wondering if it was cool to pass out these flyers to stop animal testing. I don’t actually work here, so knock yourselves out. [ Laughs ] Thanks. Hey, am I forgiven yet? Oh, yeah. I forgave you a while ago. Can’t really stay mad at you when you bat those great eyelashes at me. What are you talking about? Oh, wow. You have really great eyelashes, too, Dante. [ Laughs ] Uh, thank you, I guess. I’ve never been complimented on my eyelashes before. How about you? Uh, no. Oh. Okay. Well, I guess it’s just us, then. Well, one, we’re Italian, right? And, two, handsome runs rampant in the old neighborhood. Commissioner, I want to talk to somebody right away. I want to file a complaint against Jason Morgan. Oh, for Pete’s sake. What is it this time? He threatened to kill my brother in a crowded bar. Calm down. Let’s just hear — No. With all due respect, I think I should talk to somebody else ’cause I am sick and tired of watching you go to any length you have to to protect Jason! Makes me wonder how long it’s gonna be before you’re literally his accomplice. Look. I can’t imagine what you’re going through. I know how much you loved Dex. I cared for him, too. I know. If Cyrus is responsible, we are going to make him pay. When? As soon as possible. But Cyrus is dangerous. And you know Dex wouldn’t want you to put yourself in harm’s way. I need to do better than that by him. So please stop putting yourself in danger and let us handle it.

Excuse me. I saw how Danny looks at you. He idolizes you. If you kill Cyrus, you’re throwing that all away. You know that, right? I appreciate your concern. Look. I can’t stop you, obviously. But before you leave, ask yourself what’s more important — revenge or your son’s love and respect? ♪♪ [ Soft music playing ] Did you put this on? I — I did not. I swear. Ohh. And I believe you. I swear. [ Chuckles ] But since we were so rudely interrupted the other day, what do you say we, uh, finish that dance? ♪♪ Come on. ♪ Hold me ♪ ♪ In your arms ♪ ♪♪ ♪ Everything fades ♪ ♪ But you and me ♪ [ Ominous music plays ] ♪♪ ♪♪

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"Night Court" actors R-L Gary Anthony Williams, Nyambi Nyambi and Lacretta (photo from Gary's Instagram page).

Interview with Gary Anthony Williams, Nyambi Nyambi and Lacretta of “Night Court” on NBC by Suzanne 2/6/25

It’s always great fun to speak to these actors from “Night Court!” They are hilarious. I was paired with another journalist this time, Russ Milheim of The Direct. It’s always nice to meet fellow members of the press.  We each asked very different questions, which is great. I hope you enjoy these fun interviews!

Gary Anthony Williams (Flobert)

Gary Anthony Williams, who plays Flobert in "Night Court" on NBC (photo from his Facebook page)

Lacretta (Gurgs)

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Nyambi Nyambi (Wyatt)

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Night Court

"Night Court" cast (photo from Gary Anthony Williams' Facebook Page)Tuesdays on NBC (8:30 -9p.m. ET/PT); Season Premiere: Nov 19

Eternally optimistic Abby Stone (Melissa Rauch) follows in the footsteps of her revered late father, Judge Harry Stone, as she takes on the challenge of overseeing the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court.

In her quest to bring order and dignity to the court and reign in its colorful crew of oddballs, Abby enlists former night court district attorney Dan Fielding (John Larroquette) to serve as the court’s public defender. Still exceedingly self-confident, Fielding must adjust to a new boss and a new job – defending the downtrodden. And, beneath his arrogant demeanor, there is an empathetic side to Fielding that Abby is determined to unearth.

They both must contend with Julianne Walters (Wendie Malick), a reformed convict and former love interest of Dan, who is the new prosecutor. A sophisticated, savvy woman and accomplished attorney who also knows how to make a shank out of a spoon, she’ll keep everyone in the courthouse on their toes. Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous (Lacretta) is the night court’s sharp-witted bailiff. Gurgs takes her job very seriously and is fiercely protective of her night court colleagues. Wyatt Shaw (Nyambi Nyambi) is the court’s clerk. He’s a jack of all trades and devoted single dad trying to make it all work as a law student at the same time.

From executive producer and writer Dan Rubin (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), “Night Court” is based on the original hit series that ran for nine seasons on NBC. Executive producers also include Melissa Rauch, Winston Rauch, John Larroquette, Mat Hawawitz, Lon Zimmet, Lindsey Shockley and Mona Garcea.

“Night Court” is produced by Rauch’s After January Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

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Lacretta

Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous, “Night Court”

NIGHT COURT -- Season 1 -- Pictured: Lacretta as Gurgs -- (Photo by: Robert Trachtenberg/NBC/Warner Bros. Television)Lacretta stars as Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous on the NBC comedy “Night Court.”

Born and raised in Kansas City, Mo., Lacretta made her stage debut at 14 at the Coterie Theater – an institution in which she holds great affection. It was there where she starred in numerous performances throughout the ’90s, such as “A Wrinkle in Time” and “101 Dalmatians.”

In 2011, she appeared in “Hairspray” at Broadway Rose in Portland. She then originated the role of Levora Verona in the Off-Broadway run of “Disaster!” in 2012 at the Triad in New York, and made her Broadway debut with the same role in 2016.

Following her on-stage success, Lacretta guest starred on “Law & Order,” “30 Rock,” “Broad City” and “Gotham.”

In film, Lacretta appeared in the romantic comedy “Second Act” before making her return to the stage in “Avenue Q” in the closing cast of their Off-Broadway run at New World Stages. She was also featured in the first national tour of “The Book of Mormon.”

In her off time, Lacretta loves gaming and is very active on Twitch TV. In 2022, she helped announce the first Streamers for Education Scholarship for Black Women going into the fields of STEM, Digital Media and film. She is also an avid cook and often shares recipes from “Cretta’s Kitchen” on her Instagram.

She currently resides in Los Angeles.

 

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Nyambi Nyambi

Wyatt Shaw, “Night Court”

Nyambi portrays Wyatt Shaw on the NBC comedy “Night Court.”

Nyambi most recently co-starred as investigator Jay DiPersia in Paramount+’s “The Good Fight” and co-starred for six seasons alongside Billy Gardell and Melissa McCarthy in the CBS sitcom “Mike & Molly.” Nyambi can be seen in the Billy Crystal and Alan Zweibel film “Here Today” as well as starring in the indie film “The Sleepless,” available on Amazon Prime.

Nyambi’s TV resume includes “Mercy Street,” “Blindspot,” digital series “American Koko” and “Titans.” Additionally, Nyambi had voiceover roles in “The Death of Superman” and “Reign of the Supermen.” He also narrated the three-part PBS nature documentary “Primates.”

Nyambi has participated in New York’s Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park. Working alongside Al Pacino and Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Nyambi starred in “The Merchant of Venice” and “The Winter’s Tale.”

Additional theater credits include the first Broadway revival of August Wilson’s “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” and the Classic Stage Company’s “The Tempest,” opposite Mandy Patinkin. He has worked with the Classical Theatre of Harlem and the Williamstown Theater Festival, and is a proud member of the Labyrinth Theatre Company.

Alongside Danai Gurira, Nyambi serves on the board for Almasi Collaborative Arts, an organization dedicated to Gary Anthony Williams, who plays Flobert in "Night Court" on NBC (photo from his Facebook page)developing emerging African artists.

Nyambi is a first-generation Nigerian-American and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Bucknell University before earning his Masters of Fine Arts from NYU. He played basketball for four years at Bucknell and made the ESPN Dick Vitale “All-Name Team,” which honors the best names in college basketball. Post-college, Nyambi took on the role of coach and led basketball teams at teen camps.

Gary Anthony WIlliams

Judge Flobert, “Night Court”

Gary Anthony Williams is an American actor, comedian and filmmaker. He has voiced the character Uncle Ruckus on The Boondocks, General Horace Warfield in StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty and Dr. Richard Tygan in XCOM 2, portraying Anton “Bebop” Zeck in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows.

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Nyambi Nyambi, India de Beaufort and Lacretta of “Night Court” on NBC 2/28/24

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B&B Transcript Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Bold & The Beautiful Transcript

 

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[somber music plays]

Poppy: Finn, just stop. Stop asking these questions.

Finn: Luna isn’t my cousin. She’s my daughter. Luna is my daughter. I’m…the father. Hey. Hey, babe. What are you thinking about? [dramatic musical sting] Dr. Finnegan isn’t in yet? When do you expect him? No. No message.

Deacon: How ’bout a refill? Cup’s looking a little empty. You okay? [scoffs] Why do you ask? It looks like you had a rough night. I’m guessing with everything your daughter’s done, been having a lot of those.

You all right?

Hey. Yeah. Yeah, I’m good. You? Me? Well, I passed by your study earlier, and you were on the phone. It sounded kind of intense. Ah. Uh, yeah. That, uh… that phone call involved you. It was from the prison. Uh–please don’t tell me I have to go back to that– No, no, no, no, no, nothing– nothing like that. They were just letting me know that you had a couple of visitors. Who? Your mother…and Finn. [edgy music plays]

Ridge: Okay.

Ah. Thank you.

Welcome. Lucky for you I don’t have any patients today, otherwise, that would have been a goodbye kiss

and I’d be out the door.

Lucky, indeed. It’s not easy, is it? What? Not going into the office every day. No. But I think that’s gonna change very soon. In the meantime, I’m very happy that we’re living here together until we find something more permanent. Permanent. I like the sound of that. [soft music plays] I wanna apologize again for what happened last night. Hmm. Brooke pleading for you to take her back? You shouldn’t have to listen to any of that stuff. Well, thankfully, I only heard the tail end. But I meant what I said, Ridge. I’m confident in you and our love for each other… a permanent future. [giggling] There’s that word again– permanent. I love the sound of that more and more. I’m sorry, I– I didn’t mean for that to come out the way that it sounded. Luna’s your daughter, and… despite what she’s done, you love her.

Yes.

Yeah. Which means you’re not gonna give up on her, right? But, I mean, still, it’s gotta be hard. It’s gotta be hard living with a daughter who committed those awful crimes. I mean, Tom and Hollis, they were… they were good men. They were good friends of mine. I am sorry. Listen, I-I’m nobody to pass judgement, not with my past and my wife’s, but, still, I just– I can’t help but wonder. Wonder what? I don’t know. If Luna had had a relationship with Tom, known her father, things might have turned out very differently. Doesn’t surprise me that my mom came to visit me again, but…Finn? Why he would visit you there. Yeah. I’m surprised that he’d even wanna see me. Last night, our anniversary, it was… amazing. I love you so much.

I love you.

Even though you kept me up,

tossing and turning last night.

Yeah. Sorry. No, I just–I know there’s something on your mind. Yeah. Well, look, I really wanna hear it, but… I gotta get into the office and I wanna check up on my folks on the way, and we can talk about it tonight. And don’t you have to get to work?

Um…yeah.

Okay.

Yeah, I do. Right.

So tonight, okay? Okay. Um, tonight. How do I tell her? How do I tell her Luna’s my daughter? [mellow instrumentals] Uh, those photos are a tribute to my friends. You know, Tom was just– he was such a decent guy. I mean, he’d known some hard times, you know. He’d gone through some stuff. But, God, he had a heart of gold. You know, Luna would have known that if… you know, if you hadn’t kept her away from him all those years. I’m sorry. I don’t mean to shoot my mouth off like that. It’s– He was your friend. And her dad. I think it would have made a huge difference in her life if she had known her old man. I have to go. Um, how much do I owe you? No, no, no, it’s good. It’s, uh, on the house. Thank you. So tell me about your cousin.

Were you and Finn always close?

When we got the chance, yeah.

What does that mean?

Well, my Aunt Li. [chuckles] As you know, she had major issues with my mom. Not that she held it against me specifically, but Finn and I never really got to hang out all that much because of it, and the age difference, so… That’s probably why I looked up to him so much. I get that. He’s a good guy. So I’m guessing you like him? He’s your granddaughter’s stepdad. Oh, Kelly is crazy about him. And, uh, Finn never tried to overstep, take the place of her real father. I’m sure Liam was happy about that. Liam [sighs] still had some unresolved feelings for Steffy, so it was really tough on him to see her falling in love with another man. I will give Finn credit. He never threw it in Liam’s face, so things didn’t get really contentious. Well, not-not too contentious. Because Finn would just let it be. Right. I wish I could see him again.

I don’t suppose that you’d–

No. You know the rules. No one can know you’re here, including your cousin. Yeah. I know you said he showed up at the prison, but I’m guessing he just wanted to see me behind bars, reassure himself that I’m no longer a threat to his wife. Not that I blame him, though, after what I tried to do to Steffy.

Steffy: Ha ha, oh, my…

Ridge and Taylor: Hi. Uh, we weren’t expecting you. Yeah, well, I have to say, I’m not gonna get tired of it, just seeing you so happy. I know I say that nonstop, but– Well, you wanted us together for so long, and here we are. You can shout it from the rooftops, as far as I’m concerned. I mean, it’s no secret how we feel about each other. Just like it’s no secret how you feel about your husband.

How’d it go last night?

“How’d it go last night”?

Our anniversary.

Don’t ask her that. It’s–j–was it a good evening? That’s all you ask. Yes, it was-it was fantastic. Finn and I put everything aside, and we just focused on each other. [somber music plays] [door opens] I had to see you. I need to know what happened. Please, Finn. Tell me that you didn’t tell Steffy that Luna is your child. [dramatic music plays]

Here you go.

Thank you. When I think of you and Finn, how it all began… In a hospital, no less, waking up to a very, very sexy doctor. Yeah. And I knew he was the one, the man I was gonna spend the rest of my life with.

You knew it that soon?

Yeah. Well, what’s meant to be is meant to be, right?

Look at you and Dad.

Somehow I knew

she’d put that in.

Sure. Yeah. Of course I was gonna do that. Just thinking about everything you’ve been through, and you actually found your way back to each other, is truly amazing. What about you and Finn? You’ve faced a lot. Yeah. Yeah, we did. ‘Cause of Luna.

Yeah.

It’s still so shocking– Luna abducting you, attempting to take your life. I mean, I’m sure it’s especially hard for Finn knowing what his cousin is capable of. But you don’t have to worry about that anymore.

She’s behind bars.

Yeah. And that’s where she’ll stay for the rest of her life.

Luna: I almost cost Finn everything– Steffy, their life together. I mean, if he lost his wife, the mother of their children,

because of me…

It would have been devastating. And I’m glad you recognize that. Thankfully, though, Steffy’s fine, the kids have their mom, and everybody there is doing well. Yeah, no thanks to me. I’m sure Finn hopes I rot away in prison. I’m sorry. I know that hurts you. You’re fond of Finn. He’s family. But the reality is– You don’t do the horrible things I’ve done and expect life to go back to normal–yeah, I get that, but… it doesn’t stop me from wishing. Wishing what? That somehow Finn could see me with new eyes. When you called me yesterday, I was at the prison. I’d gone to see Luna. She wasn’t there. I know. I tried to see her too. Well, where is she, Poppy? Where’s our daughter? Our daughter. My God, I can’t even believe I’m saying that, but…[sighs] it’s my reality. Finn, please, you have to understand– No, I don’t even wanna hear it, Poppy. I just wanna know what happened with Luna. Well, I can’t answer that. You can’t…or you won’t? What are you asking? Are you purposely keeping Luna away from me? Are you and the prison officials somehow– No. No. Are you sure? Because if you are, I– I swear I do not know where she is. I swear. Doesn’t that bother you? Of course it bothers me. But I can’t get a straight answer from anyone at the prison, and obviously, neither could you. But again, you didn’t answer my question.

Why were you there to see Luna?

What do you think? All her life, Luna’s been my little cousin and now suddenly she’s my daughter. That changes everything. But it doesn’t have to if it stays between us! No, do not go there. Do not go there. I mean it. Do you really think that I’m not gonna acknowledge my own child? That I’d be able to live with myself if I didn’t do that? Thought you knew me better than that. I do! And it kills me to see you so upset. How do you think I’m gonna feel, huh? This whole thing has turned my life upside down. And I knew it would. That’s why I didn’t even want you thinking it was a possibility. Finn, I wasn’t sure back then and I was trying to protect you so you could devote your life to your dreams–medicine. And now look! You are a remarkable doctor. Yeah. What kind of father would I have been? ‘Cause you denied me a life with my daughter. You played God. You made decisions for me that you had no right to make. I deserved to be told about Luna. It was one night together– one night that never, ever should have happened. Yeah, I was of age, but you– you were older. You were my aunt. Yeah, not biologically, but still, you should have known better, been the adult. That’s exactly how you could have protected me. I’ve been trying to protect you all this time. And you certainly should have told me about the possibility of Luna, but you didn’t. You didn’t, did you? No! Now what, Poppy? What have you done? What have you done to all of our lives? [heavy music plays] I’ll never forget being in that cage– so close to death, Luna at her craziest. Like, the thought of me getting out–it didn’t seem possible.

But you never gave up.

Finn never did. He moved heaven and earth to get to me–he found me. Yeah, he did. There’s nothing your husband wouldn’t do for you and the kids. Well, thankfully, we never have to worry about Luna again. [heavy music plays] Help me! Somebody help me! Oh, my God, don’t waste your breath, Steffy. I told you, this whole building’s getting demolished. No one’s ever gonna hear you. And you’re never gonna see Finn again. No, no, no, Luna, please don’t do–Luna! Don’t do this again, please, No, no, no, no, please! Luna, no–just don’t do it again, please, no! Help me! [screaming] Help! I’m sorry. [sniffling] I hope you can forgive me someday, cousin. All those years when Luna was a baby–gone. When she was a teenager–gone. She needed a father, and I could have had a relationship with her. I am sorry. I really am sorry. I don’t want your apologies. I want those years back! I want the memories that Luna and I would have made if I would have been in her life! I understand why you’re feeling that way, but, Finn, we can’t go back. All we can do is move forward. And you still can. By focusing on your family– Steffy, Hayes, Kelly. I know how much they mean to you. Everything. They’re everything to me, and I will never take for granted how blessed I am to have a life with Steffy and our children. A life that was almost taken… away from them by Luna! Oh, my God, Poppy, do you not see what has happened? The destruction that you have caused? Two innocent men are dead. You destroyed our daughter, and I could have made a difference in her life if I was given the chance– I am certain of it. I wasn’t sure back then, and I was doing what I thought was best. It wasn’t best. It wasn’t. It wasn’t best for Luna, wasn’t best for Tom or Hollis, and it wasn’t best for me. You know who it was best for? You, Poppy! Well, you still haven’t answered me. Please, Finn, tell me– did you or did you not tell Steffy about Luna? No, I haven’t. Not yet. It was my anniversary–I didn’t think it was the right time to drop this huge bomb on my wife. But after a sleepless night thinking about how my entire life has been upended… yeah, Luna is my daughter, and I need to be honest with Steffy.

Finn, no–

I’m telling my wife, Poppy. I’m not keeping this from her. I mean, first Steffy had to accept that Sheila was my birth mother. Now I have to tell her that I’m Luna’s father? That my daughter tried to kill her too? How do I do that, Poppy? How the hell am I supposed to do that? How much more can I expect Steffy to take? [phone chimes] [dramatic music plays]

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B&B Short Recap Tuesday, February 11, 2025

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Finn has a flashback to Poppy begging him not to tell Steffy that Luna is his daughter. Steffy tells him that she loved their anniversary celebration the previous night, but she wonders what kept him up all night, tossing and turning. After she goes to work, he wonders how he can tell her about Luna.

Poppy texts on her phone, sitting at the counter at Il Giardino. Deacon can tell she’s feeling down. They chat about Luna. He knows that Poppy is Luna’s mom, so she still loves her.  He wonders if Luna would have turned out differently, had she known her father (whom he thinks is Tom). Poppy has to leave, so Deacon tells her that her coffee is free. She visits Finn in his office. He wants to know why Luna wasn’t at the prison. Her only concern is whether he told Steffy or not. He yells at her more about keeping him from Luna all these years and also mentions that since she was older than him, she shouldn’t have slept with him. They both wonder why they can’t see Luna at the prison. He tells her that he will definitely be telling Steffy the truth, even though he worries about how she’ll take it.

Luna lounges at Bill’s place, but she looks a bit upset. Bill comes in to tell her that the prison called him, to let her know that both Poppy and Finn tried to see her. She wonders why Finn was there, since he never visited her before. She has deep regret and sorrow about the things she did – especially to Steffy. They talk a little about Finn and Steffy, and what a great guy Finn is.

Ridge and Taylor kiss and talk about finding a permanent place to live together. Steffy comes in, pleased to see them being affectionate together. She tells them that her anniversary celebration with Finn was great. They talk about what Steffy and Finn have been through, particularly Luna. Steffy is confident that Luna will stay in jail forever.

 

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Days Transcript Tuesday, February 11, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[light music]

[crunching]


[crunching stops]

Thank goddess. [keyboard keys clacking]

Mm. Leo, could you get me some more guava pineapple juice, please?


My pleasure.

Ah.

I could use a break from my five minutes of writing.


Mm.

Enjoy. Quietly.

Mm-hmm.


Mm! Oh. This is so good! Ooh! Leo, thank you for taking care of me after that psycho nearly killed me.

Oh, don’t mention it… or anything else.

Leo, would you come fluff my pillows, please, that way you do?


[siren wailing]

Mm.

[gasps] Hey, Mom.

Hey.

Hi.

Wow.

Oh.

Hi.

Hi.

Those are beautiful.

[sighs] I see they’re not your first.

[laughs]

God, how are you feeling?

I am feeling much better since the antidote kicked in.

I’m so glad to hear that. God, what a nightmare.

No kidding. I think your dad put on a brave face, but I think that– quite a scare, you know, seeing me collapse like that.

I’ll bet. I was pretty freaked out when Alex passed out… right after he told me he wanted to be with me. [dramatic music]

[chuckles]


[sighs]


Joy.

Hey. Hey, I was just thinking about you.


[whimpering]

Bonnie? Bonnie.

Huh?

Hey.

Oh, Johnny. Sorry. I was just zoning out. Should you be up and around? I mean, I heard about the poisoned scripts.

Oh, yeah. No, that wasn’t exactly fun, but I’ll be fine.

You sure?

Yeah, that antidote, it– it worked like a charm. They kept me overnight for observations, but I’m good to go.

Good. Mm.

How are you?

I don’t know. [chuckles] All things considered, not too bad, I guess. They just unwired my jaw, so I never thought I’d be so stoked to see a big bowl of Jell-O. [both chuckle]

Well, lime is my favorite.

Dude, no, me too!

Yeah.

Serious? [laughs] Ooh. Ah.

So…you waiting on someone or what?

No, I-I figured the orderly was gonna come back and roll me back to my room, but… I saw the elevator, and I just stopped cold.


Bad memories, huh?

I feel like Whitley King is on the other side of those doors, waiting to swallow me up, but…


I get it, all right? But look, now that Whitley’s been exposed, she can’t hurt us anymore or the show.


Yeah, I mean, Roman, I-I’m fine. I–really, I missed the whole thing. Uh-huh. Well, actually, I’m one of the lucky ones. [laughs] Yeah. I-I mean, I’m the only one who wasn’t targeted by the lunatic. [laughs] [ominous music]


Oh, my God.


[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


[ominous music]

What? [sighs] What? Yeah, no. No, it’s nothing to worry about at all. Just a little– a little crisis on set, yeah. Actually, I should probably go and take care of things. Listen, you have a good time in Chicago, OK? Yes, give Rex my love, and I will talk to you real soon. I love you too. Bye.

Well, hello, Kate.

Look at this. I found it on my desk.

Oh.

Oh? Oh? That’s all you can say? Because obviously, Whitley is at it again, and we need to call the police.

Easy. Easy, Kate. Whitley’s no longer a threat. She’s under 24-hour watch at Bayview.


Then how’d this get here?

Well, they–they took some photos from Whitley’s room. And they found this one on her nightstand.

[scoffs] So what did you– did you put it here? What, is this a souvenir?


I wanted you to understand the gravity of this situation because it’s up to us to figure out what to do about it.


Greetings, “Body & Soul”-ers.

Seth, wow. You’re looking good.

Thanks.

Yeah, how are you– how are you feeling?

I’m on the mend, much like you two. I’m glad I ran into you, Bonnie. It saves me a trip to your room. I have this document for you to sign.

Oh. What–what is it?

Ah, just boilerplate, saying that you hold harmless University Hospital and all of its subsidiaries regarding your accident, as well as indemnify us against any further action. And you just sign right there…

Oh.

On the bottom line.

Oh, OK.

Bonnie, I-I wouldn’t do that if I were you. [tense music] * *

So you’re not gonna be “Body & Soul’s” publicist anymore?

I realized I needed to separate my career and my personal life. It wasn’t worth losing out on being with Alex just to keep one client.

And he’s all in on the relationship?

I told him I wanted to be with him, and he responded in kind.

Well, that’s wonderful. I know it’s what you wanted all along.

Even when I didn’t want to admit it to myself. [laughs]

I’m very happy for you, baby.

The only downside is, you and I won’t be working together after all.

Oh, no. Oh, no. I was so looking forward to working with you in that capacity, even though it wouldn’t have been for very long.

Mm.

[chuckles] But listen, after what happened, I cannot complain about you distancing yourself from “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, I can’t decide if I picked the worst week to leave or the best.

Well, seeing how happy you are, I think you made the right decision.

Yeah. Yeah. There’s just one little problem. [dramatic music]


Can I ask you why you were thinking about me?

I just–I keep flashing back to how you found me last night after I passed out, how you saved my life.

Oh. I’m just glad that Stephanie and I got there when we did.

Right. Right, yeah, no, I’m super lucky that the two of you were together.

Yeah.

Alex, I’m– I’m really grateful that you were there for me.


[grunting] How’s that? Fluffy enough for you?

Oh, the edge is kind of sticking out a little bit. It’s perfect now. Thanks!

My pleasure. That’s it for now. I need to finish this story.

The story? What’s it about?

Well, it’s about Charlemagne, actually.

About me? I mean, not me. Not me, but yeah. What happens?

Well, it’s pretty juicy, actually. See, Charlemagne gets kidnapped by her former maid and replaced with an exact duplicate.

An exact duplicate?

Mm-hmm.

Is Marlena coming in for it?

Not that I’m aware of.

Oh. Who are you gonna get to– [jazzy music] You want me to play both parts?

That’s the beauty of it. Two parts, two paychecks. What do you think? It’s a home run, right?

[laughs] No, I gotta pass.


You don’t want to play two roles?

Sorry, no.

But this is every actor’s dream, Getting to create two wholly different characters with different backgrounds, different ways of speaking and behaving. It’s the stuff Emmys are made of.

I get the concept.

And you heard the part about two salaries, right? What’s not to love?

Nothing. Everything.

I’m lost.

Look, Leo, this hits a little close to home for me, OK? Everybody in this town knows I did that. I-I-I-I pretended to be Marlena. I mean, I-I-I took over her life, and I ended up in prison too.

Hattie, that’s why this is perfect for you. You get to reclaim it. And with the personal experience to draw from, you get to bring truth to the character.

Oh. And I could even add some layers to it.

Oh, so many layers.

Like a seven-layer cake.

Oh, at least.

Yeah. And, you know, I-I-I tend to go deep with my characters.

And it hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Yeah. Still, the idea of replacing somebody that you look like just seems like it’s a little–

Deliciously sordid?

I was gonna say played out. Don’t you think?

No, obviously, I don’t think that, or I wouldn’t have pitched it. I think it’s classic. And the fans love when they get to see a beloved actor play something new. Look, we need something big for Charlemagne. This, this is gonna drive six months of story. [jazzy music]

You don’t have to worry. [both laugh] You are such an amazing writer.

Oh.

You’ll think of a new storyline.


They should be letting me out of here soon. I’m actually trying to push for them to let me out before tomorrow.

Really? What–what’s tomorrow?

Hello? Valentine’s Day.

Ah. Right, Valentine’s Day. I didn’t think you’d be up to doing anything. You should probably take it easy.

I’m sure I’ll be well enough to go out to dinner. And since I basically owe you everything…

Ah.

I would like to take you out.

That is not necessary.

Oh, no, I know that it hardly makes up for you saving my life, but it’s a start. [dramatic music] Unless there’s some reason that you don’t want to go out with me.


So Alex and Joy haven’t broken up yet?

Let’s just say he’s having a little trouble extricating himself from the situation.

But they weren’t dating very long, right?

No, not really.

Well, I mean, I don’t want her to be hurt or anything, but it seems like they could part ways amicably.

That’s what I was hoping for. But after everything that Joy went through with the whole Johnny mess, she’s– she’s honestly a little dependent on Alex right now.

I see.

And then after he and I decided to be together, we found her unconscious in her room.

She was poisoned too?

Uh-huh.

Oh, come on.

Yeah, but she’s doing a lot better, just like you. But Alex and I decided that maybe he shouldn’t kick her while she’s down, you know?

It’s a difficult position to be in. But, you know, I imagine she’s gonna want to go back home, right? And then maybe Alex can let her down gently and… the two of you could start your relationship.


I really hope so.


Look, I know it was a traumatic situation, but we’re in the entertainment business, and overzealous fans come with the territory, Abe.

Kate, there is a difference between passion and–and criminal behavior.

No, I-I agree. And Whitley is a really disturbed person, but that doesn’t mean that she gets to dictate how we produce our show.

You really believe that?

Yeah, I do. Yeah, the show must go on. It was a serious situation, I’m not denying that, but we’re out of the woods now, Abe.

Are you sure? Justin is still threatening to sue the hospital.

Yeah, well, his wife is the star of the show, so he’s not gonna hurt us and he’s not gonna hurt the show.

His wife nearly died!

Yeah. It’s a terrible thing. It really is. But he’s gonna calm down.

Well, what if others in the cast decide they’re gonna sue? You know, we both know that this is an untenable situation.

[sighs] What are you saying, Abe?

Well, what I’m saying is that there’s only one– one–solution to our problem.


Johnny, no offense, but you’re not directing this scene.

And I understand that. However, I’m sure that Justin, Bonnie’s husband and attorney, wouldn’t mind taking a look at this paperwork before she signs it, just to, you know, make sure everything’s aboveboard.

I assure you, everything that we do here is aboveboard. [chuckles]

To be honest, I’m actually having a hard time with all the legal mumbo jumbo.

So you’re–you’re not gonna sign it?

Let it go, Seth. She just fell down an elevator shaft.

Yeah, and you and I were poisoned. Things happen in this town. The psycho per capita rate is one of the highest in the nation. We’re accepting risk just by living here.

I’m not sure that’s really the argument you want to make.

Look, Bonnie, I know that the last thing you want to do is make things more difficult for the show, especially with all the struggles that we’ve been through lately.

Of course not.

OK, which is why you should be aware that if you and your husband were to pursue a lawsuit, the hospital would have no choice but to withdraw its permission for “Body & Soul” to shoot here.

But they rely on the hospital to be able to shoot their scenes.

They do, and I’m not sure that the show and the budget could sustain that loss. And you wouldn’t want that, would you? So why don’t you go ahead and just sign? Because all of our futures depend on it.


[phones beep]


Meeting for all cast and crew?

Did you know about this?

Well, I’ve been a little preoccupied with almost dying and all, but no, Abe and Kate didn’t say anything to me.

What do you think it’s about?

If you wouldn’t mind, you know, signing the paper. [elevator bell dings]

[gasps] Oh. [dramatic music] Oh.

Oh. They’re freaking out too.

I guess we all got that same text about the emergency meeting?

Yeah, we’re just trying to figure out what it means.


Ah. They smell amazing.

Mm, probably better than hospital disinfectant, right?

That’s for sure. [phone beeps] Oh, eek. What is it? Oh.

Ooh, don’t tell me they think you’re on call.

No, it’s from Abe and Kate. They’re calling an emergency meeting at the hospital.

Right now?

You don’t know what it’s about?

Not a clue. Wonder if Alex knows.

[sighs] You don’t–you don’t have any other plans for Valentine’s Day, do you?

Um– [phones beep]

Was that me?

I think it was both of us. Is Kate and Abe texting you too?

Yeah, yeah, emergency meeting for the cast and crew?

Yeah, here at the hospital. Wonder what that’s about.

I don’t know. But we should probably head there and find out.

You feel up to it?

Yeah. Yeah, I’m fine.

OK.

As long as I have you with me. [both chuckle]


I’ll go get you a wheelchair.

OK.

All right.


Hey, guys. I’m sure that this is just an update on Whitley King. Abe and Kate probably just want to reassure us that we don’t have to worry about any more poisoned scripts.

By the way, I will never forgive you all for believing I wrote that trash.

Hey, it wasn’t that bad, except for it being poisoned, I mean.

Please, my stories are so much better, not to mention they’re nontoxic.


Oh.

Oh.

[chuckles] Joy, it’s so good to see you. You look so much better.

Thank you, Stephanie. I’m glad to see that you’re doing better too, Dr. Johnson.

Well, I’m just so glad that we all got the antidote in time.

Yeah, I’m just–I’m grateful that Alex came when he did– well, Alex and Stephanie, that is. You were with him, right, Stephanie?

Yes, I was.


[elevator bell dings]

Oh, look. [Kate clears throat]


Hello. Hello, everyone.

[clears throat]

I want to thank you– thank you all for coming.

Yes, and first off, we want to say how grateful we are for everyone who received a poisoned script that you’re– you’re doing better and you’re on the road to recovery and that Bonnie is on the road to recovery as well.

Yes, Bonnie, Bonnie. [applause]

I-I do want to reassure all of you that Whitley King is under 24-hour watch at Bayview.

Yes, and she won’t be able to hurt any of us again.

Yay.

Good.

And we are, of course, cooperating with the Salem PD to make sure she remains locked up. I’m sure each of you will be contacted by the police soon so you can make a statement.

Well, to hell with her. When do we get back to work?

[chuckles] Hattie, thank you for that question. Actually, that’s what we wanted to talk to everyone about. This past week has been a harrowing one. Abe and I did not take any of the incidents lightly. Nothing is more important to us than the health and the well-being of our employees, which is why we decided that we couldn’t go ahead with the show unless we could be certain that we could create a very safe working environment, which is the reason that we’ve decided, after very careful consideration, to pull the plug on “Body & Soul.”

What?

What?


So you’re pulling the plug on the show? That’s it?

So it’s just– it’s just over?

Isn’t that an overreaction?

Look, we’re sorry. I-I-I know this must come as a shock.

Considering the events of the past few weeks, we just don’t feel comfortable returning to production on “Body & Soul.” We feel like it’s too dangerous. If anyone else got hurt, we couldn’t live with ourselves.

Wait, but nobody else gets a say? I mean, I’m the one who took a header down the elevator shaft, and I’m more than happy to get back on that horse.

That’s the whole point, OK? Almost everyone here spent last night in the hospital.

Yeah, but the show can’t end, not like this.

Yeah, yeah, what’s gonna happen to Charlemagne’s stor– I mean, what’s gonna happen to the story?

I–look, I’m sorry. I-I should have been clearer. But the story won’t end.

What do you mean?

Well, that’s what makes soap operas special. They never end.

But you said that you were ending it.

Are you saying that it’s continuing without you?

Is that even possible?

So when we called the network this afternoon to tell them that we would not be returning to production, needless to say, they were very upset. They love the show. It’s a top producer for them. The last thing they wanted to hear was that “Body & Soul” was ending prematurely.

Oh, man, I’m so confused. Are we ending, or are we not ending?

Well, we’re still too concerned with everyone’s safety to continue our production, which is why the network has offered to step in, buy the rights, and produce the show themselves.

So the show will go on?

Yes, yes, but not here in Salem.

Well, then where?

They’re going to bring the production to Los Angeles.

Oh, let me guess. They’re gonna replace all of us with big Hollywood stars.

No, no. They want to keep the current cast.

Oh. So we’re not losing our jobs?

No. They told us they were willing to have the entire cast come with the show as long as they were willing to relocate to California. [tense music]


Thank you.

Yeah. Wow, that’s not what I was expecting.

Me either. That must have been a hard decision for Kate and Abe. I mean, I know how much they both loved producing that show.

And everyone looked shocked.

Well, color me shocked. I can’t believe this! What?

We were just saying the same thing.

Yeah, look at me. Such bad timing. I just get on the show, and then it’s over.

Oh, wait. Are you saying you’re not taking the part?

No. Of–of course I’m not. Bonnie–Bonnie, it was just a temporary recast. I never had any intention of taking the part for real. And now that it’s shooting in California, I am certainly not going there to take it.

Oh, Kayla, thank you. Thank you. No, seriously, that is a load off. I was kind of afraid I was gonna have to fight you for it. [chuckles]

Oh. So does this mean you’re moving to LA, Bonnie?

Well, I have to talk to Justin first, obviously, but it kind of feels good to have an option. [chuckles] And if my TV son follows the show, he’s going to need a mama. [chuckles]

Did Alex say that he was following the show?

Oh, I haven’t talked to him yet. But let’s face it. I mean, he and Joy are the hot young stars. I mean, the network execs must be doing everything to try to convince him, right? [dramatic music]


Thank you.

You’re welcome. Hmm. I gotta say, that announcement took me by surprise.

It is pretty shocking news.

Mm.

But it’s–it’s not terrible news, right? I mean, the network loves the show enough to save it.

[sighs]

And they want to keep the whole cast?

And they want to move us to LA.

I know, but that’s exciting, right? I mean, I’ve–I’ve–I’ve always wanted to live there.

Yeah.


[sighs]

I mean, we’re gonna take the offer, right?


[sighs] Well, now that Pineview is picking up stakes and heading out West, what are y’all gonna do?

Well, I’m definitely going.

Just like that, huh?

Yeah. I mean, I have to. I’m the star of– I’m one of the stars of the show.

Johnny, what about you?

[sighs] Well, obviously, I need to discuss it with Chanel, but honestly, we’re just kind of getting back on track. So I-I don’t know that asking her to move across the country is the best decision for us right now.

Yeah. I’ve spent most of my life drifting from place to place, nothing holding me down. But I just fixed things with Javi. I don’t know if I want to mess that up again.

Yeah, maybe you don’t have to.

What do you mean?

Look, I’m the director, right? I have to be on set. But you could write the show from anywhere, so you could just tell the network you want to stay on as head writer and just keep writing from here. [soft music]


Here we are.

Well, I suppose that went as well as can be expected.

Did it?

[scoffs]

Everyone looked so disappointed.

Mm, none more than you.

Was it obvious?

Look, I know today is a sad day, but it’s not all bad news, right?

How do you figure?

Well, the network paid us a small fortune for the rights to the show, right? We made a tidy little profit running that thing.

It was never about the money for me. I wanted something new, rewarding. I feel very, very lucky for the experience.

Well, I loved it too.

We make a damn good team, right?

Yes, we do. And I’m telling you, I’m going to treasure all this time we had with the citizens of Pineview, allowing their adventures to unfold.


Despite all the off-screen drama, you know the good times far outweigh the bad?

They sure do. [chuckles] Like, you know, I can’t believe we actually– we actually made it happen, you know? When we started out, we had no idea what we were doing.

Oh, we had less than no idea. [both chuckle]

You know, and even though this little team is going to break up way before we thought it would, I still think that we, my friend, deserve a toast.

Well, I could not agree more. [both chuckle]


To “Body & Soul.”

Oh. To “Body & Soul.” [glasses clink] Long may she live. [both chuckle]


Mm. [soft music]

Mm.

[chuckles]

Why didn’t I know you had that bottle?

Who says it’s the only bottle? [both chuckle]

Hey, boss. Boss.

Hello, Leo.

Big news, huh?

Yes, indeed. Is there something we could do for you?

Well, first of all, I just wanted to thank you both for taking a chance on me. Writing for “Body & Soul” has truly been an honor and a privilege.

Well, you should be very proud of the work you did.

Thank you. I am. Also, I wanted to know if you had the contact information of the network brass. I wanted to ask them if they had any thoughts on the direction of the show, see if there was anything I needed to change about the writing.

Leo–

Oh, and just so you know, I’m not talking about moving to Los Angeles. I mean, not that I wouldn’t mind skipping out on these frigid winters, but Salem is home. My boyfriend is here. My best friend is here. My whole life is here.

[sighs] Leo–

And I can write from here. I don’t need to be on set. I’d just fly to LA for meetings or whatever.

OK, Leo, that’s not gonna happen.

Why not? Why can’t I write remotely?

[sighs] Because they don’t want you to write at all. [dramatic music]

Excuse me?

Leo, I’m sorry to have to tell you this, but… they’re bringing in another head writer.


Wow. So you’re all in, huh? LA, here you come?

Hey, no-brainer for me.

[chuckles]

I am Charlemagne. What about you?

I have to think about it. And I have to talk to Justin, of course. And if he couldn’t move there, well, I guess I’d have to, what, commute? I mean, come back here when I wasn’t working?

You know what? I bet they’d fly you. I bet they’d fly you first class.

[chuckles] Well, I don’t know about that. And besides, I’m in no shape at the moment to make any life-changing decisions, if you know what I mean.

Yeah, I feel you.

The good news is, Kayla said as far as she’s concerned, the part is still mine, though.

Oh, hey, that’s lucky.

Yeah, for her. I won’t have to fight her for it.

Yeah. I’ve been in a fight with you. It’s no place you want to be. [laughs]

Well, you’re no pushover, you know, yourself.

Well, thanks, hon.

[sighs]

Actually, I hope you take it.

Yeah?

Yeah. I mean, you know, just the two of us out there in La-La Land. You know, we’d be like– like Laverne and Shirley go to California.

[laughs] You make it sound pretty fun.

It does sound fun, doesn’t it?

Mm-hmm.

You know what I’m gonna do? I’m gonna just make sure that the dressing room next to mine is free, and I’m gonna– I’m gonna keep it warm for you.


[laughs]


You want to move with the show to LA?

Oh, don’t you? I mean, it’s not like you have another job.

No, but I-I got my family here.

But not your whole family, though, right?

No, but my dad, my Aunt Maggie. I got a whole bunch of cousins.

You want to stay for your cousins?

Well–

Philip, Xander.

[sighs] All I’m saying, it’s just a big move is all– for me.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, no, is this– is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie? [tense music]

[sighs]

Do you really think Alex would go to LA for the gig?

I think that you would know better than I would.

I mean, he loves being on the show, and the fans love him.

But his life is here, and so are you.

Kayla, Stephanie.

Hi.

Sorry to interrupt.

Nope.

Nope, not interrupting. Please, what’s up?

Yeah.

I wanted you to know I just turned in my letter of resignation. I’m leaving for California.

What? I–you’re giving up the hospital to stay with “Body & Soul”?

Well, I’m afraid I have no choice. I never expected to find my passion at this point in life. But Blake Lemoray is in my blood, and if you can’t shake him…

Wow, I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

Yeah, it’s truly a calling.

Well, good luck in California, then.

Thanks. But if you ask me, you should join me there.

Oh. [chuckles]

[chuckles]

Oh, I appreciate that, but no, my work is here at the hospital.

I’m not sure that’s gonna be for much longer.

Excuse me?

I’m sorry to tell you, but… the hospital is about to declare bankruptcy.


Oh.

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Hi. I’m so sorry I’m late. Yeah, no worries. You, uh, beat the rush, so it’s all right. Well, I might not have if it weren’t for Elizabeth. Oh. So how did you save the day this time? When they get here, try not to go overboard. Trina’s bringing Kai here as a favor to me. I’m pretty sure I’ve thanked you for that, like, 10 times already. Well, I’m not sure about 10 times, but it doesn’t matter. Just be cool and don’t come on too strong, all right? Look, I can’t make any promises. But I will really try. Thank you. Just, like, getting Kai Taylor on board would be really great for SAAC. Oh, you might want to tell Kai that SAC stands for Students Against Animal Cruelty right from the start. I mean, this could be really great. If the big man on campus came out against animal testing on SAAC’s behalf, then… Students Against Animal Cruelty. …then the administration would have to listen to our demands. I hope you don’t mind the change of destination. No. This place looks cool. And I’m looking forward to meeting your friends. Gio: You made it. Yeah. We did. Um, Kai, this is Gio and his friend Emma. Um, Emma, Gio, this is… Kai Taylor. Superstar QB at PCU. Good to meet you. Kai, I’ve got a proposition for you. And spoiler alert — I’m not gonna be taking no for an answer. ♪♪ You know, for a fake business trip, we made some very real deals. This is great. Who knew you were so well connected with some Rodeo Drive boutiques? My connections have connections. [ Laughs ] Well, on behalf of Deception, thank you very much. Thank you very much. You’re a lifesaver. I try, but your — your life isn’t quite saved yet. Rocco, just tell me. I already told you what I heard. I can’t give you information I don’t have. So that’s it. Your father hasn’t told you anything else about Cyrus Renault killing my mom? I mean, what kind of a coward won’t claim — This conversation is over. Sasha. Just stay out of my life, okay?! ♪♪ I will never understand why everyone thinks Drew is such a bad guy while his brother, the career criminal, walks on water. No, believe me, not everybody is a fan of Jason Morgan. All I do know is that Drew would never treat me the way that Jason’s treating Sasha. That’s completely true. Unlike their… “relationship,” Drew actually loves me. ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ Felicia, I know your intentions were good. Yes. My road to hell is certainly well paved. But what happens next is between me and Sasha. And I know you want to help, but you can’t force her to take help she doesn’t want. Hm. Well, I had to try. It didn’t seem like you were doing much. ♪♪ I’m guessing Jason and I aren’t about to embark on a lifetime of friendship. I doubt it. Yeah. Yeah, because I-I blew it again with everyone. Yeah, you really did. Martin: Wait. Listen to me. Even if we do find something that I can use as leverage against Michael, it doesn’t mean we’re going to use it. But we should have it just to be sure. Michael may do underhanded things in his business. I mean, he pushed Drew out of his own company. I wouldn’t worry too much about Drew. But I don’t think Michael’s business practices are gonna matter in a family court. Maybe. But I wouldn’t be doing my job as your attorney if I didn’t at least try to find something that we can use against him. I just don’t think there’s gonna be anything to find. I just — I have to ask, just to be sure, Martin — With Willow moving forward with this divorce, does her involvement with Drew compromise her case in any way? No. Not really. I mean, everything is out there. What’s the point of pushing back on the relationship now? Great, great. Are you sure? Come on, Nina. Michael has physical evidence of her affair with Drew. It’s not like we can contest it. Wait. So Drew and I don’t have to hide anymore? What would be the point? Cyrus: Uh, please excuse the interruption, but, uh, Martin, I am in great need of your help. Hey. So, uh, Elizabeth is playing it cool, and she won’t tell me how she saved the day. She said it’s not her story to tell. Well, Elizabeth stopped a murder. What? Mm-hmm. Maybe not like a murder murder. But, you know, she — she — she stopped me from tearing into Ava. Oh. What did Ava do this time? Oh, she just tried to kidnap Avery. She tried to kidnap her daughter… Mm-hmm. …while she’s in the middle of a custody battle? That’s pretty stupid, even for Ava. Yeah, well, it’s Ava. She wants what she wants. You know, she doesn’t think about consequences. Not for herself and not for anyone else. So where did this, uh, attempted kidnapping take place? At the park. I took the girls. I took Donna and Avery to the park ’cause they had to get pine cones for their school project. Mm-hmm. Ava showed up, and Avery, of course — she was so excited to see her mom — she just ran up to her, and then Ava tried to leave with Avery. I was practically fuming. Well, it’s a gutsy move on Ava’s part. And sleazy. Fortunately, Ric and Elizabeth showed up at the exact right moment. Ric pulled Ava aside and he got her to back off. And Elizabeth was able to stop me from completely eviscerating Ava in front of the girls, which only would have terrified them. Well, Elizabeth’s good in a crisis. She always has been. Yeah, well, thanks to her, my dad might finally be able to beat Ava at her own game. ♪♪ Why is your cardiologist calling you now? We just were there. Relax. I got some good news. Ahh. Uh, he wanted to talk to me about some test results. What’d he say? Well, I can’t be stressed. And, you know, I have to continue to take my medication. But he was wrong about the pacemaker. Uh — My — My scans showed I don’t need it. What? This just means you’re good, you’re fine or… Not really. I mean, I still have to have, you know, my heart surgery to repair the damage that the gunshot did. Okay. But other than that, I’m good. [ Laughs ] [ Chuckles ] I don’t even know how you survived that gunshot in the first place. Uh, I think I got somebody looking out for me. Well, that’s for sure. When does he want you to have the surgery? Three months. I want this particular guy, but he says it’s gonna be weeks of recuperating, you know. You’re gonna do it still in L.A.? Yeah. Yeah. I don’t want anybody to know about this. But three months? He’s okay — The doctor’s okay with you waiting three months? Yeah, I told him I’d clear my schedule, and he said it can’t be any longer than that, but three months is fine. Mm… You don’t have to worry, ’cause years ago, I got shot in the chest. This is nothing. Well, okay. I mean, I’m — I’m here for you if you need me, whether it’s three months or next week or tomorrow, so… I appreciate that. I owe you a lot. [ Cellphone rings ] ♪♪ Kristina, what’s up? Dad, I need to talk to you. It’s about Avery. Well, how about you tell me your proposition first? And then I’ll give you an answer. Fair enough. Uh, my organization, SAAC… Students Against Animal Cruelty, is hosting a benefit. Well, what kind of benefit? A really, really amazing one. I mean, we’re gonna have a fashion show, live performances, guest speakers, and we think that you would be perfect. You want me to give a speech? Mm-hmm. And to join the committee. ♪♪ You got a minute? Sure. What’s up? I don’t know if you’ve heard, but Sidwell’s back in town. My mom told me. I meant to call you. I’m sorry. I… It’s fine. The question is, what do we do about it? My advice is, we steer clear. I mean, I don’t want any more trouble from that psycho. That was my plan. Unfortunately, not everybody’s gonna take your advice. Curtis: You waiting for someone, or are you enjoying your own company? Waiting. But you’re welcome to sit. Jordan, I really want to thank you for what you tried to do for me and Drew. I still can’t believe you two were about to fight it out in the ring. Yeah, well, it, uh, seemed like a good idea at the time. Really? Any news about the Esplanade? Nothing yet, but still waiting. Do you really think the project can be saved, or is this blind faith? There may be an 11th-hour rescue. [ Footstep ] Oh, you made it. Lulu completely misconstrued my intentions at Turning Woods. I have been nothing but devoted to her. And now she’s afraid of me. I’m her uncle. Yeah. You are. And our niece doesn’t strike me as somebody who scares easily. So you must have done something to make her afraid. Oh, my… The only way I can get back inside the family fold is if I talk to Lucky. Why? Because Lulu’s brother only hates you secondhand? Because if I can get him to understand, perhaps he can convince the others. And Lucky works at Charlie’s. Okay, so if he does have a problem with you, what makes you think he’s not gonna toss you out on your ear? I’ll be with you. [ Scoffs ] There it is. Oh. Yeah, yeah, yeah. No, no, no, no, no, no. You want me to leave a dinner meeting with my client so I can help you manipulate our nephew? I want you to be my brother. I would do the same for you. I just think maybe it’s not wise for you and Drew to be… indiscreet. At least not until your divorce is settled. You heard what Martin said. Yeah, but it’s one thing to have an affair and keep it quiet. But if you and Drew go public, Michael will be humiliated. Is that what you want? No, but… And how do you think it’s gonna look to a judge that you openly had an extramarital affair when your husband, estranged he may be, was away recovering from severe burns? Ladies, uh, forgive me. I’m gonna have to leave. Is everything all right? Yeah, more or less. It’s a family thing. Enough said. Yeah. So, as agreed, and per your instructions, I will not respond to Michael’s divorce petition. If anything, it’ll give me some time to do some investigating, go poking around in his closet. If you think it’s really necessary. Yeah, Willow, I do. Dinner is on me. Enjoy your evening. Thank you. Okay. I know you’re worried about me. I’m not just worried about you. I’m also worried about Wiley and Amelia. So am I. And I don’t want to teach them to hide their true feelings. Which means? I’m not gonna sneak around anymore. I know I made this mess. You had help. But it’s not gonna be solved with more lying. The best thing I can do is be open and honest about my feelings for Drew. Jenz Sidwell, I’d like you to meet Curtis Ashford, C.E.O. of Aurora Media and my ex-husband. Curtis: Huh. It’s good to meet you. Likewise. You know, I’ve only been in Port Charles a short while, but I’ve heard excellent things about your stewardship of Aurora. Well, that’s good to hear. I understand Aurora was the initial investor in the McConkey Esplanade. Well, there have been some talks. It’s a very attractive investment opportunity. Too bad it’s being held up by this, oh, environmental impact study. Well, Mr. Sidwell, for a man who just moved to Port Charles, you seem to know a great deal. Well, I’ve made it a point to meet the business leaders and the decision-makers of Port Charles. And as for the Esplanade’s future, I could be of some use to you. How so? Well, sometimes all it takes is a fresh perspective to, you know, get things back on track. ♪♪ Hey, thanks for coming. Yeah. Got your text. I knew you were upset. What gave it away? Throwing my water on Cody or my demeanor in general? I’m sorry about Cody. It’s no problem. Why not? Did you beat him up? Did you want me to? I know I should say no, but, uh, no. Really. No. I mean, I get where Cody’s coming from. It can’t be easy for him. So far, none of this has been easy. How is Michael doing? [ Sighs ] It’s, uh — It’s still early, but… but he’s healing. The treatment is working then? So far. And Michael is determined to get better and… and then to come home. That’s good. When he does come home, I, uh — I want him to have his kids waiting for him. Yeah. Me too. Which is why… we’ve got to let everyone believe that you’re the father of my baby. Head Nurse Baldwin. I cannot tell you how glad I am to have you back at G.H. Oh. Thank you, Dr. Gannon. I’m really happy to be back. I know I haven’t been there long, but G.H. wasn’t the same without you. [ Chuckles ] In fact, at one point, I heard the nurses talking about the time that Epiphany was transferred to Admin. Mm-hmm. And you’re being gone was worse than that. Oh. I was confused at first, but I could tell it was a compliment. Well, thank you for telling me that. And for the record, no one, not a single person, thought for a second that you had anything to do with the patient deaths. I certainly hope not. I’ve worked at that hospital a long time. Yeah, I’m just glad the case was finally turned over to the police. Yeah, yeah, I’m glad they’re involved, too. Mm. But Sam and Dex and Sylvie were all my patients, and I kind of feel a responsibility to find answers for them. I know what you mean. Oh, you gotta be kidding me. [ Door closes ] Kristina. Everything okay with Avery? Yeah. Sorry. I should have said this — Avery is fine. What’s going on? Ava tried to take Avery from the park. It was almost like she was daring me to stop her. Where’s Avery? Is she safe? Yes. She’s safe. She’s fine. I took her and Donna to Carly’s house, and I told the nanny everything that happened with Ava, so she knows not to let Ava anywhere near that house. Good. That’s good. And, Dad, as much as we both hate Ric, he really did swoop in and drag Ava off. And fortunately, Avery was with Elizabeth, so she didn’t even see anything. That’s something. Dad, Ava tried to kidnap Avery. Put me on the stand. I saw everything with Elizabeth. I can be a witness. We both can. You know what, Kristina? I’m on the plane. It’s starting to break up. So can we talk when I land? Okay. Love you, Dad. I love you, too, babe. ♪♪ [ Sighs ] Maybe now Sasha knows what it feels like to be judged. Well, maybe we just leave Sasha to Sasha. I’m sorry. I know you have a good relationship with her, but doesn’t it hurt that she lied to you? She lied her way into your life. Well, it wasn’t a lie that kept her in my life. She also told you that her mother was dead when she wasn’t. She was very much alive and had been in and out of Port Charles several times. Yes, she did do that, but I understand why it was hard for Sasha to tell the truth when she made the lie real for so long. You are awfully forgiving. There have been times in my life where I needed forgiveness. And there will be more in the future. You mean with Sonny? Well, that’s one example. You know, in an ideal world, Willow, everyone would be honest right from the beginning. But that’s not what happens. People lie to protect themselves, and they lie to protect the people that they love. When all your choices are bad, sometimes lying seems like the best choice. In the beginning, the lie serves us, but then we end up serving the lie rather than living our lives. You’re absolutely right. I really, really do want to make her life easier. I just — I keep making things harder. Well, I’m sure it isn’t easy for you to watch her moving on. Not that long ago, I was — I mean, I was the guy who would brighten her day. Oh, Cody, you were more than that. You were in love. Willow was right there at the next table. If I would have told Cody the truth, she could have found out that Michael had been unfaithful, too. If that came out during Michael’s custody fight, he could lose the kids. I appreciate what you’re doing for Michael. And I’m willing to go along with it… for Michael and the kids, but only if you’re sure that this is what you want. I’m completely sure. I’m helping Michael because he’s my friend… and also because he has agreed to let me raise this baby on my own. Yeah, he made that part very clear. All he wants me to do is help you out and look after you. I don’t need looking after. I don’t hover, but if you need something, I’m here and I won’t be far. So the two of you will look after me whether I like it or not? Ava just made a huge mistake that could be useful in Avery’s custody trial. Oh, that is good. That’s great. Yeah. I just — I know how painful this hearing is gonna be, because a custody battle is just not easy for anybody. No, I don’t — I don’t like it. And I hate the fact that I have to fight to keep Avery and put Kristina on the stand in front of Ric and Ava and the whole thing. No, I know. I just don’t like it, you know? I know how your brother works in a courtroom. I’d want to avoid that, too. But even if I win the hearing, I can’t just cut Ava out of Avery’s life. As much as I hate her, I have to do what’s best for my daughter. And that is really complicated and really stressful. And these are all the things you need to avoid before you have this surgery. [ Sighs ] Yeah. ♪♪ Do you want me to toss Cyrus out? I’d be delighted to refuse him service. [ Sighs ] No, no. Let him stay. Not for nothing, but I don’t think your master plan is working. Our nephew doesn’t seem all that thrilled to see you. I don’t know. Uh, Kristina seems to be urging Lucky to take a more charitable attitude towards me. And why would she do that? Out of respect for our sister. Who knows? Maybe Lucky will listen to her. You really went out on a limb with Michael Corinthos. Come on. It’s a hospital. Word gets around when you save a life the way you did. I had to do something. I couldn’t just watch him die while I made observations and ran tests. You didn’t even have a diagnosis. No. You know, I respect a doctor who’s that kind of brave. Not many are. For me, medicine is like solving a mystery. Sometimes you find the answers in journal articles or specialists. At other times, it pops into your head. Michael Corinthos was one of those times. You and Lucky have a lot in common. You both think on your feet and you’re great under pressure. Mm, I’m way better-looking. [ Laughs ] But I’ll take the compliment. Your friendship makes a lot of sense. What are you two talking about? Nothing. Just talking shop. Kai, I — Seriously, I cannot thank you enough. I think you’re gonna really love working with us, and that this is gonna be amazing. Also, do you think we could get a pic? I want something to post across SAAC’s social media. You know, let ’em know that QB1 on our side. Yeah, I’ll do you one even better. We can post it on my account. Is there a hashtag? #SavePCUFurryFriends! Okay. Got it. Let’s do it. [ Clears throat ] Three. Two. One. [ Camera shutter clicks ] Cyrus Renault doesn’t have a social media profile. No work history. Nothing. Well, he’s old, and he might have killed someone, so he probably doesn’t have a Myface account. You’re sure your dad didn’t say anything else about Cyrus? I told you everything I overheard. And Chase only told my dad about Cyrus being a suspect because he and my dad are friends. Okay. Okay. No, it’s not okay. Chase shouldn’t have told my dad. And I shouldn’t have told you. You said I had a right to know. You did. But you’re not supposed to know about it. Which is why you can’t do anything about Cyrus. It could get Chase and my dad in trouble, not to mention me. Cyrus killed my mother. Okay? I’m not gonna let him get away with this. I need to need to find him. [ Cellphone chimes ] ♪♪ [ Breathes sharply ] Rocco… I know where Cyrus is. ♪♪ If the only thing Michael asks of me is to let you not hover around, I can live with it. Glad to hear it. And in exchange for my putting up with you, you will let everyone assume that you’re the father of my baby? Yes. Except for one person. My — My son. You know, Danny just lost his mother. I’m not gonna tell him that the baby’s Michael’s, but I can’t let him think that I’m the father. That’s fair. Can he keep it a secret? Yes. He deserves the truth. He’s a great kid. He’s a lot like his dad, actually. Just a lot more reasonable. You know what, Cyrus? I’ve been meaning to ask you for a while now what the hell you were thinking out there at Turning Woods trying to pass yourself off with the staff as someone who could actually make decisions about Lulu’s care. Our niece hadn’t spoken in four years. Someone needed to be there. Yeah. Someone. Not you. You completely ignored Laura’s instructions. Well, who was gonna be there then? Laura’s busy running the city. You have your career. I could only give of my time. And now time is all I have. So you’re the owner? I am. And you are? Um, Isaiah Gannon. Oh. I work at G.H. Hi. Oh, wait. Isaiah Gannon? Dr. Gannon. You saved my brother, Michael Corinthos. Your brother’s pretty tough. Yeah, we get that from our dad. Thank you for what you did for my brother. I’m a doctor. It’s my job. Maybe so, but still, your money is no good here. So what can I get you? Surprise me. Okay. One “surprise me” coming right up. This is a very cool place, by the way. Thanks. Yeah, my — my dad owned it, and, uh, he was ready for it to switch hands, and so I bought it. Good for you. Thanks. And I know your dad. I’ve run into him at Volonino’s. Oh. [ Chuckles ] Yeah. He, uh — He loves that place. But he hasn’t been going much recently because he’s, uh — he’s really busy with work. Right. Actually, he just had to leave town for a work thing. Otherwise, he probably would be sitting right there where you are right now. Oh. Yeah. I can’t wait for him to see this place. So how do you propose we get the Esplanade back on track? Well, as I already suggested to your dynamic Mayor Collins, we move it to a new location. Where to? Pier 55. [ Laughs ] It’s pure selfishness on my part. The Esplanade would be easy access for me. I’m living at Wyndemere. Pier 55 is an interesting idea, but you’d have to get it past Drew Quartermaine, who at the present moment is doing everything he can to stop this project. Well, I’ve already spoken to Congressman Quartermaine, and he seems open to the idea of invoking eminent domain to claim the area. Moving the Esplanade to that location would put an end to the blight and criminal activities that dominate the area. [ Cellphone rings ] Oh, excuse me. I should get this. Yeah. A word of advice — Whatever this guy wants, just say no. I should have told Michael the first time I kissed Drew. If I had been honest, then everything might be different now. But at the time, my first impulse was to lie. So I did. No, I don’t think so. If I remember correctly, you wanted to tell Michael about the kiss, but Drew convinced you not to. It was my decision, and I made the wrong one. The truth is, Michael and I both kept things from each other. And I don’t want to do that anymore. And I don’t with Drew. I can be completely honest with him because I know he will always be honest with me. You were there for Sasha at a critical time in her life. You were the one who saved her. Yeah, I liked being the good guy in Sasha’s life. You know? I screwed up my own. Always in one mess after another. And lately, I have been on a tear. Yeah, you really have. And the person that you’ve done the most damage to… Is Sasha. I know. I — No. Is you. All that trouble that you got yourself into, is it just because you can’t be with Sasha? I just miss her so much. I really do. And I think I’m just — I just miss the feeling of being important to her. It was just — I know. It’s stupid. No, it isn’t. I think… I think that I’ve been doing all this stuff because I still want to be her hero. You know? ‘Cause that’s the only thing I can be. What do you know about Mr. Sidwell? I know he’s in bed with Drew. And if Drew is behind his proposal, then he must have an angle. All right, I’m not arguing. Keep going. Sidwell is also suggesting that the city appropriate the pier area where Sonny does a lot of his business. Now, you know that’s just asking for trouble. Yeah, but Sonny would never go against Laura. Probably not. He wouldn’t hesitate to go up against Drew, though. I don’t even think Sonny knows who Sidwell is. And if things move forward, it could get very ugly, very fast. You think? Jordan, do yourself a favor — Stay out of it. Oh, sorry about that. What did I miss? Hey, Rocco. You know where Danny is? I need to talk to him about something. Uh…yeah. I, um… Rocco? What’s wrong? I think I did something I shouldn’t have. Whatever it is, you can tell me. Me too. And it will stay between us. I told Danny that Cyrus Renault is the main suspect in his mom’s death. Okay. Where’s Danny right now? Danny wanted some answers, so he went to confront Cyrus. I told him it was a dangerous idea because Cyrus is a dangerous guy, and he just — He wouldn’t listen to me. Okay, Rocco. Where’s Danny? Uh, Danny went to Charlie’s. ♪♪ What if he’s too late? Okay, so we have a deal. On one condition. Name it. Trina, are you in? Who, me? Hang on. Did you guys get drinks without us? Well, we asked. You were talking. So we started drinking passive-aggressively. Okay, rude. But I think you can make it up by joining the cause. Yeah. She’s right. So what do you say, Trina? Are you down to save some bunnies? I can see how it might look like I overstepped. Overstepped? [ Laughs ] Cyrus, you arranged to have Lulu moved out of state while she was in a coma. I guarantee you the federal government would not think you overstepped. It troubles me deeply that my family has continued to misinterpret my actions. I guess I’m to be completely isolated now. My family, my work at Turning Woods and G.H. — It’s all lost to me now. Considering your actions at Turning Woods, I’m surprised the only thing they did was ban you. I tended to many souls. I sat with them for hours, and most of the time, I was their only visitor. Who’s sitting at their bedsides now? So Ric found out a couple of things about our little friend over there. Some things that I think you really need to — Mr. Spencer, could I trouble you for another round? Make mine a double. Oh, it’s no trouble at all. ♪♪ ♪♪ Well, I’m wet, I’m heartbroken, and I just got schooled by a hit man who doesn’t talk. So I think it’s time to head home and see what Comet feels like bingeing. That’s all? Yeah, yeah, I’ve learned my lesson. I’m gonna step back and let Sasha live her life. Like she said, it’s none of my business, no matter how much I wish it was. I think that’s for the best. It sucks, but it is. You know, Cody, there are ways that you can still feel like a good man. What are you thinking? Well, first, a question — Do you have to be Sasha’s hero, or could you be someone else’s? I know that you have a lot of faith in Drew. How could I not? He’s done so much for me. Yes. Of course. I can understand why you would fall for Drew. I do. Because, Willow, I… ♪♪ You’ve missed nothing. Just two friends reminiscing. But I do have to go. Mr. Sidwell, it was good meeting you. Jenz. Please. I’d love to set up a meeting, explore the possibility of doing business with Aurora. Call my office. First thing. Jordan, always a pleasure. Not always. [ Chuckles ] The two of you get on so well. Mm. Are you sure there’s no lingering spark there? Well, I’m positive. Please. Curtis is happily married, and I am blissfully single. Blissfully? [ Chuckles ] Now, Mr. Sidwell, if you have the time, I would love to hear more about your proposal for the Esplanade. Very well. Right now, it’s about what you think is right for Avery. Right. And, you know, of course, I think that Ava is horrible, but, you know, is she a bad mom? You know, look, for all her flaws, I have to admit, she loves Avery. Okay. So, see, right now you have the power. She just tried to kidnap your daughter. Right. So I would bet that she’s willing to do anything to make it right. I don’t think there’s anything she can do at this point. Well, exactly. So this is what I’m saying. What if you used your advantage not to punish Ava? Mm-hmm. What if you used your advantage to try to find a compromise? I don’t know. Why go through this long, drawn-out fight when it’s just gonna punish Ava, yes, but Avery and yourself? I hear what you’re saying. If you don’t want to do it for yourself, do it for your kids, Sonny. Before you can’t. I’m not sure that’s possible. I know I shouldn’t have said anything to Danny, but his mom is the only reason my mom is back. My mom is here. She’s alive, and his mom’s gone. Danny is like a brother to you. You felt like you owed him. Danny is my brother. But I didn’t expect him to… And now he could be in big trouble. That’s why you did the right thing by telling Jason where Danny went. There’s no way he’s gonna let anything happen to his son. You’re sure? Oh, yeah. Jason can be a pain to deal with sometimes, but even I have to admit, the guy is good at what he does. So how is my dear uncle? Apparently, he’s anxious to get back to his good works at Turning Woods. Whose soul is he saving now? Young man, I’m afraid you’re mistaken. What did my mother ever do to you? Look, I am sorry for your loss, but I assure you, I had nothing to do with your — Yes, you did! I know you killed my mother. Just tell me why. I feel for your grief, my son, and I see there is a terrible agony in your soul. So let’s pray that God relieves your pain, okay? [ Door opens ] Lord… Jason: Take your hand off my son!

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B&B Transcript Monday, February 10, 2025

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[somber music plays]

Steffy:  Finn, I can see that something’s bothering you. What is it? Babe, you know you can tell me anything.

Finn: How do I tell her? How do I tell her Luna’s my daughter?

Liam: So, yeah, Steffy’s got the kids staying at a friend’s tonight. She wants to plan like a celebration for her and Finn. Kind of a, you know, kind of a big year for them.

Bill: Is it?

Liam: Well, yeah. I mean, everything they’ve been through– Steffy getting abducted, Finn having to find her and rescue her. Yeah, well, I hope they’re not thinking about that tonight. I mean, yeah, me too, but… then again, here I am, thinking about my kid’s mom drugged and locked in a cage. Kelly and I almost lost Steffy because of Luna. I know you’re hurt, Ridge. I am too. You betrayed me, betrayed my whole family. Well, I felt betrayed when you turned to Taylor yet again. You didn’t even let me explain why. There’s nothing to explain! I would have told you that our relationship is more important than any job. Is it? Then why’d you take the position? I’m here because of us, because this is important to me, and I’m not going to let what’s happening at Forrester

destroy everything that we had.

You know what? The Brooke that I know wouldn’t have done that, wouldn’t have taken my job with this company that I love so much. And you–what did you say? You did it for me? Really? I did. And someday you will realize that. [scoffs] Okay. But we can’t really work through this unless we’re together. We need to focus on us, on our future, and our destiny. I know this is– it’s gonna be difficult coming back from this. But it’s not like we haven’t done it before. And you don’t think showing up here’s gonna make things worse? No. I think… if you give up or you walk away when there’s a shred of hope– that would make things worse. I know you’re with Taylor now. And that really does hurt. We promised each other that we would never let anything come between us. Doesn’t matter who I’m working for. I’m completely devoted to you, Ridge. And I’m still here. I’m right here… asking you to come home. Well… wish I could say this is a surprise. [edgy music plays] You know, it’s no secret– ha, obviously– that I have my issues with Finn, but he did–he did come through for Steffy when it mattered. Yeah, I remember you gave him a pretty hard time

when Steffy left town.

Yeah. Yeah, I-I did, and I was, um, wrong about that. I-it happens. We…misjudge people, we see the worst in them. Okay, that was oddly… enlightened of you. Anyway, I just–I should have listened to Finn. He knows Steffy. He knew she wouldn’t just like skip town without calling him or the kids, and… I gotta give him credit, because he wasn’t just right about Steffy. He was right about his psychopath cousin, Luna. [heavy music plays] Larisa has the kids all night, so we have plenty of time to celebrate, okay? Yeah, but you made plans, so– Yeah, but it’s gonna be a lot of fun once we get whatever this is off of your chest. Look, I want to, honey, and I would never keep a secret from you. I just–I don’t think now is the right time. But I don’t want you to be distracted, babe. Me neither, but… what I have to tell you, it’s… it’s complicated and hard to explain. No, I just–honestly, I’m having trouble processing it myself. It’s okay. I’m here. I’ll listen. Look, whatever it is, we’ll hand it. [uneasy music plays] [mellow instrumentals] You don’t have to explain what’s going on here. It’s-it’s pretty obvious. I’m here to see Ridge. To convince him to forgive you? Forget your betrayal? It’s a misunderstanding. What don’t we understand, Brooke? You’re supporting Carter and Hope taking over the company. It’s the worst kind of betrayal. Why, because I’m working at Forrester? Steffy works there. Is that a betrayal? And Zende’s there too. He hasn’t left Forrester. Your daughter orchestrated this whole thing. She pushed Carter into it. I took the CEO position to convince Carter what he was doing is wrong, and you know what? I think he’s starting to listen to me. Doesn’t mean Ridge should. I’ve been talking to him about his regrets and the impact that it’s had on your friendship, and I think he’s starting to question his decision. What about his relationship with Hope? Are you telling Carter that’s wrong too? Are you having these conversations with your daughter? Because we’ve been talking to Steffy. She and Ridge ran Forrester Creations successfully for years and now she’s been relegated to answering to Carter and Hope. You call that a misunderstanding? Yes, I do. It never should have happened. It’s not right. Like me and Ridge being together– I suppose that’s not right either.

Ridge: Okay. We all had a say, and it’s not going anywhere, so… Brooke, maybe you should go home. I didn’t come here to argue with Taylor. I didn’t even know she’d be here. I came to see you, Ridge, and tell you that I am as committed to you as ever. I am your Logan, and that will never change. And there’s no mistake that we can’t overcome. Luna is paying for her crimes. Yeah, but she’s not paying for what she did to you.

Bill: Yeah well, not a big deal, all things considered, right?

Liam: Uh, okay. I get– It wasn’t murder. It wasn’t kidnapping. But she still convinced you she was your daughter. You were about to make her a Spencer. All right, Liam, thank you for your concern, but I’ve moved on from all that.

Really?

Yeah. How? How have you moved on? Look, I’m not s–look. You don’t have to do the show for me. It wasn’t just you that Luna tricked, right? It was everyone. It was Finn and Steffy. Finn’s her cousin, right? She was in their home. She was interacting with their kids. And then she kidnaps Steffy and threatens her life. I don’t like thinking about what could have happened there. Then don’t think about it. Luna is not a danger to anyone anymore. Yeah, but only because she’s in prison where she belongs. Sorry. This isn’t how you wanted tonight to go. Hey, I’m spending the evening with you. That sounds like the perfect anniversary to me. You don’t wanna get into some heavy conversation, honey. Well, maybe we don’t have to do that.

Maybe you just need to…

Ha. …just say it. Get it off your chest. Finn, I can tell it’s bothering you.

It’s really weighing on you.

I know. Sorry about that. No! No, don’t be sorry. Or worry. Finn, come on. There’s nothing we can’t overcome. Tonight’s proven that. That’s why we’re celebrating. Look, our love for each other has just gotten stronger and stronger. Our family, our bond, our commitment is forever. Nothing is gonna tear us apart, okay? Or spoil our evening. You’re right. Tonight’s about us. And everything that we have overcome. So I don’t wanna spoil it either. But you said there’s something I need to know, and now… now you’re not gonna tell me? [heavy music plays] Well, I’m sorry you had to walk in on that. I wasn’t being flip when I said I wasn’t surprised. I guess I wasn’t either. Hard to hear? Brooke’s tears can be pretty effective. I was hoping maybe she’d say something else, you know, show some remorse. Ridge, this is what Brooke does. She goes too far, she lets you down, and then when the consequences roll in, she begs and cries and tells you it’s all some big mistake. Well, taking the CEO position– that was a mistake. But she doesn’t see it that way. No, ’cause she thinks she’s helping me. You don’t need help. You don’t need someone to argue your case with Carter. You needed Brooke to be your partner. And she did the right thing when she first heard about Hope’s plan. But when she took that CEO position, she became a part of it. It is shocking that she doesn’t understand that. She can’t see what this is doing to you. Brooke has no idea how much she’s betrayed you. [moody music plays]

Brooke: I just know our connection… it’s always there, no matter what. We have an unbreakable bond, Ridge. And I am still willing to fight for that.

Bill: This has been great, but as much as I love

spending time with my son…

Liam: Oh, my God!

…I’ve got a million things–

You’re giving me the heave-ho! That’s not what I’m doing. It’s just that I’m busy.

Oh, really. Oh, you’re busy.

Yeah, I’m busy. What’re you busy with? Tell me what you’re busy with. With anything other than being analyzed. Okay, listen, you know how much I appreciate you, right? You know that. Yes, I do. I just– You’ve been a little hard to get a hold of lately, and it’s not just me, Will too. We feel kinda disconnected from you, and we’re trying to figure out what’s going on.

That’s all.

Liam, look. You’re my right hand. I trust you with the business. I-I watch you raising my-my granddaughters, and I-I marvel at it. I’m so proud of you. I don’t ever want you to feel like you don’t have a place in my life. But right now, there’s something I need to take care of. I’m not gonna push. I’m gonna respect your privacy, okay?

Yeah. Great.

All right. As long as it’s not another woman from your past with a psychopath daughter who also happens to be Finn’s cousin. Just… [footsteps retreat] [door opens, closes] Babe, if there’s something I-I need to know… Look, there is. All right? But look. The one thing… that I always want you to know is how much you mean to me. Okay. Well, I’m serious. You can tell me. And so am I. We both have so much going on with our lives at work, with our families, but nothing… nothing is more important to me than you and the kids. Okay? You’re my entire world, my motivation for everything. I mean, every decision that I make, I think about how it would affect you and us and this… this amazing life that we have built together. So just… just promise me that you’ll never forget that, okay? Of course not. You’re my world too. [soft, dramatic music plays] [somber music plays] Brooke! I don’t want to spend another day…without you. Will you be my Logan forever? Yes, of course! [romantic music swells]

Brooke: I’m not giving up, Ridge. I’m never giving up on us. You know, there was a time… walking in on you and Brooke would have made me pretty insecure. Mmm. But not anymore. I’m a different person. No. You’ve never seemed more like yourself. Just stronger. You’ve always been strong. For your friends, for your family, for me. Your patients. People rely on you. I can rely on you too. You know, Ridge, these past few months, what we’ve been through together, you helping me heal… it’s just really rebuilt my trust. I believe in your love for me and our future together. [soft guitar music] Everyone’s got their opinions, Luna. No. Everything that Liam said is true. I did all of those horrible things, and it makes me sick too. Finn and Steffy were always so good to me, but I was so focused on this-on this fantasy, this idea of this perfect father, that I turned on my actual family. How could I do that? Especially to Finn who I love and respect so much. I know how much you love me. I feel it every day. Good. [light laugh] But our love is more than a feeling. It’s a force. When I think about everything we’ve been through, I’m amazed by the love–it’s carried us through everything. No matter the conflict, no matter how intense, our love has always been stronger. And yes, our relationship, it was stretched to its limits, but it never broke, Finn. You saved me. Twice. First with Sheila and then with your crazy cousin Luna. [exhales] Hey, what is it? You’re so precious to me, and I would hate for anything to ever come between us again. I mean… you have been through so much. Look, nothing could be as bad as what we’ve already faced, okay? We’re good now. You’re everything to me. You’re my entire world, honey. Hey. I’m, um, I’m gonna go to the bedroom and maybe we can, uh, finally celebrate our anniversary? Tomorrow, sweetheart. I’ll tell you I’m Luna’s father tomorrow. [intense music swells]

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B&B Short Recap Monday, February 10, 2025

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Steffy tries to get Finn to tell her what’s bothering him, but he doesn’t want to ruin their anniversary (or their marriage) by telling her that Luna is his daughter. He promises himself that he’ll tell her tomorrow.

Bill and Liam chat at his place while Luna listens in, nearby. Luna gets upset as they talk about what she did to Steffy and Finn.

Brook pleads with Ridge to focus on their relationship. She promises that she took the Forrester CEO job to help him, and to convince Carter that what he did was wrong. Ridge doesn’t believe her, and neither does Taylor, who walks in as they’re talking about it. Taylor believes that Hope is the one behind the coup. Ridge tells Brooke to leave. Taylor and Ridge share a warm moment reconnecting.

Brooke is at Ridge’s former office, upset; she flashes back to reuniting with Ridge in Italy. She vows not to give up on him.

 

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Y&R Short Recap Monday, February 10, 2025

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On Monday, February 10, 2025, in Genoa City, Nick and Victoria discussed their father’s health and his recent contemplative mood. Claire sought Victor’s approval of her relationship with Kyle, but Victor expressed his disapproval, citing concerns about Kyle’s character and family history. Meanwhile, Kyle and Summer spent time with their son, Harrison, assisting him with a school project, which led Kyle to cancel his plans with Claire. Sharon, continuing her recovery, visited Adam and Chelsea to offer a housewarming gift and assure them of her improved well-being. Adam and Chelsea clarified that they were cohabiting solely for their son’s sake, despite Sharon’s observations about their past reconciliations. Later, Adam speculated that Sharon might be developing feelings for Nick again.

 

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GH Short Recap Monday, February 10, 2025

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Cyrus lurks at the hospital, watching Elizabeth. Ric welcomes Liz back to work with flowers. He fills her in on facts about Cyrus being on parole and flirts with her. He invites her for a walk, so they go. He warns her to be very careful around the hospital because Cyrus is dangerous. She tells him that she can take care of herself and adds that she has Lucky.

Kristina arrives at Kelly’s. Josslyn asks her to take Avery and Donna to the park, so she does. Cyrus comes by, so Josslyn apologizes to him for accusing him of killing Dex. She says that the police don’t think he did it, so she’s going to trust them. Cyrus is stunned and stammers. He leaves but then watches her in a creepy way through the window. Later, someone named Colette brings Josslyn a message from Agent Brennan – it’s the address of a place that Austin bought a cabin right after Cyrus got out of prison.

Trina and Ava take a walk in the park. Ava is annoyed that she can’t sell off her extra real estate. Trina tries to get her to have a more positive outlook. Ava asks her about why she’s not going to the hospital any more to visit Kai. Trina shares that Kai asked her to back off. Kai shows up, so Ava leaves to get coffee. Trina blames herself a little for Kai’s injury, but both Ava and Kai tell her that it wasn’t her fault. Kai tells her that he just got out of the hospital today. He apologizes to her for taking his problems out on her. He wants them to get to know each other better. They take off.

Ava sees Avery in the park with Donna and Kristina. Ava and Avery hug. Ava wants Avery to come see her new apartment, but Kristina objects. Elizabeth and Ric arrive, so Ric takes Ava back to her place. They argue. He doesn’t think it’s a good idea for her to be taking Avery away without permission. They argue. She talks about how she’s lost so much. He offers to take her case for her, for free. She suggests that he go back to Elizabeth, but he says that she doesn’t want him. They end up kissing passionately and tearing each other’s clothes off.

Nina tells Carly that they have to do something to protect their grandchildren from Drew. After Nina goads Carly, Carly admits that they should do something, but they have to be very careful so that Drew won’t suspect anything. Nina agrees. Carly asks her how far she’s willing to go. Nina just wants them to find a way to get rid of Drew. Nina admits to Carly that she’s sad about Michael and Willow breaking up.

Jason arrives at the Quartermaine mansion, looking for Willow. Tracy is there and tells him where Sasha went. She gives him a hard time for knocking Sasha up, but he doesn’t know what she means. Later, Tracy is leaving a message for Martin about Michael’s divorce when Carly enters. She hangs up the phone and tells Tracy that they have to stop interfering. She admits that it was a mistake to confront Drew. Tracy’s suspicious when Carly says they have to trust Michael. She tells Carly to make Drew hurt.

Willow and Sasha have a brief run-in. Martin comes in. Felicia meets with Cody. She makes Cody and Sasha sit down together. Cody admits that he was wrong to blab all over town about Jason being the father of Sasha’s baby. He tells her that he cares for her. She knows that he cares and that he wouldn’t hurt her intentionally. She wants to raise the baby on her own, and he has to respect her choices. Felicia reminds them that they have to put family first and forgive each other. Sasha forgives him. He apologizes again. Just then, Jason comes in. Cody gets up and demands loudly that Jason step up and admit that he’s the father of Sasha’s baby. Sasha and Jason exchange looks. She has a pleading look on her face.

Martin meets with Willow nearby. He asks her if she’s sure that she wants to go through with divorcing Michael. She tells him that the marriage is over. He urges her to fight back, since Diane is playing hardball. Nina comes in and tries to get them to delay responding, so they can compromise with Michael when he returns. Martin points out that since Willow is the one who cheated, Michael will have more ammunition when it comes to custody. Otherwise, they need to find something on Michael.

 

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Days Transcript Monday, February 10, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

You let Jada think that I dumped her at the altar?

I thought you’d approve, given the alternative that Feniger and Jada would be in the honeymoon suite with Barry White on the stereo. [chuckles] Come on, Rafe. I did you a favor. A little gratitude would be nice.

Gratitude? Gratitude. I’m being held hostage, and Jada’s heart is broken.

In the long run, I’m sure she will see that I did her a favor.

Favor how? Favor what? By having her pushed out, replaced by that son of a bitch Feniger all so you could be reappointed as DA? Is she gonna see that as a favor, too?

[sigh] I am consistently disappointed by your inability to see the bigger picture.

You know what? Forget it. Forget it, because it’s not gonna work. There’s no way Feniger is smart enough to pull off being police commissioner.

Hmm. Well, you got away with it for long enough. [snicker]

And Jada’s a smart cop. She’s a smart cop, and she’s gonna see through this whole scam and figure out that you are behind the whole damn thing. – I could kill EJ right now.

Jada, listen, I am so sorry that this happened to you, but EJ did say that he had no idea what Rafe was gonna find when he hired him to–

When he hired Rafe to dig up dirt on me, you mean? And lo and behold, dirt was found. And it was completely manufactured. It’s clear that EJ is setting me up. How do you not see that?

Look, I feel you. I do. Do you have proof?

No, not yet. But I will get it. My God, Belle, why are you defending EJ, especially after I advocated for you to become DA?

I’m not defending him, and I know you did.

Belle, I did not come here to debate with you. I just need to know where EJ is. [tense music]

Now you go and have a shower. I’ll have Cook bring us some pastries, and I’ll meet you downstairs.

Sounds like a plan.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Jada, listen, I don’t know where EJ is. I told you I came here to see Johnny. But I can leave a message with the staff if you want.

I’ll convey the message myself. Thank you.


Hey, son. How are you doing? No, no, no. Everything’s fine. I’m just here with Brady, and he’d like to speak to your mom real quick. Can you put her on? What? She’s not there? No, no, no, I’m sure it’s just a misunderstanding or something. Hold on a second. Tripp says–

Yeah, yeah, I heard. If Ava’s is not with Tripp, then where the hell is she?

What do you mean Rachel had help?

There is someone here.

Who? The Parrot Man?

No. She said to call her the Woman in White.

Woman in–what are you talking about?

Kristen, my love? Is that you? [soft dramatic music]

Mother? It can’t be. You–

I’m alive, Kristen. Touch me. Take my hand. It’s really me. Oh, dear God, I’ve missed you so.

Mother.


[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


Oh, my God, I can’t believe this. I mean, like, I can’t believe that you’re actually here. Oh, Mother, your scars.

Fixed, long time ago.

I don’t have the words. [soft dramatic music]

I hate to interrupt this little reunion, but I–

Then don’t. What brings you here, my darling girl?

I came looking for Ava. And I had no idea that I was gonna find you.

Why are you looking for Ava? Did Rachel tell you she was here?

Uh–Ava was right. You’re the one…? You were here when Brady and I were looking for Rachel, weren’t you?

It was heartbreaking not to reveal myself to you then. But you haven’t told me how you–

Oh, oh.

Came to–

OK, well, oh, God. I found Ava’s phone in Rachel’s backpack. And when I saw the texts that she sent to Brady to make him think that Ava was in China, I started putting things together. We found Rachel here. So I figured that Ava–

Was what? A kidnapping victim? Because I’m sure as hell not on vacation.

Mother.

You know, if you untie me, I will be on my merry way, and the two of you can continue this little mommy-me play date.

Or I could do this.

Come on–ugh.

There. Now we can talk. [chuckles]


Can I talk to him?

Sure. Hey, son. Here’s Brady.

Hey, Tripp. Listen, have you even spoken to your mother in the last week or so? Not once? Yeah. Yeah, well, she texted me and told me she was coming to visit you, so I just assumed–

Hey, give me the phone back.

OK, hold on one second.

Please, please. Son, listen to me. I’m sure everything is fine. I bet your mom just had a last-minute change of plans, OK? Now–look, yes, and I’m gonna get to the bottom of this, I promise you. And I’ll call you as soon as I hear anything. You do the same, OK? In the meantime, try not to worry. I got this. OK. I love you too, buddy.

Steve, I know you don’t want your son to worry, but I don’t think everything’s fine. And I’ll bet you don’t either.


Something’s not right here.

What do you mean?

Isn’t that the passageway that leads to the tunnels under the house? Why is it ajar?

Oh, no, They’re doing construction down there. I guess something got damaged when Connie Vininski was holding Gabi and Melinda. So I’m sure a construction worker just left it open.

Or maybe EJ is avoiding me because he knows I’m on to him.

Wait, what? No, Jada, I’m sure he’s not– I know he’s not down there.


Your faith in Jada is touching, but she is neither smart nor a cop at this particular juncture.

You smug son of a bitch.

Look, if you’re not going to eat your breakfast, I’m going to just have to gag you again.

Screw you. Screw you and your lousy food.

Fine. You can have it for lunch. I’m sure it will be way more appetizing then.

Someone’s gonna find me down here, you know. It’s only a matter of time before you get caught.

Mm. [tense music]


Jada.

Here you are. I knew I was right.

That would be a first. What are you doing down here?

Looking for you.

Fine, you found me. Now tell me why.

You know why. I know exactly what you’re up to, EJ. [soft dramatic music]

Can I see that text Ava sent you?

Sure.


“Sorry I haven’t returned your calls. “I just landed in Hong Kong. “I hope you got my voicemail last night. “The reception wasn’t so great at the airport. “In case it didn’t go through, “Tripp called and invited me to visit him and Wendy. “I decided to take him up on the offer “because I’ve missed my son terribly, “but also because I thought if I left town, “maybe Rachel would return home. “Despite what you’ve said, I believe I’m coming “between you and your daughter. “Therefore, I think it’s best if I stay here for a while. I hope you understand.”

I don’t think you have to read between the lines to get what that’s all about.

Well, she was obviously trying to put some distance between you two. But maybe she was trying to spare your feelings–

Yeah, ’cause breaking up with me via text, that didn’t hurt my feelings at all?

No, I’m just saying it’s possible she went somewhere else. Hong Kong was a cover.

Anything’s possible. But, Steve, if she did go someplace else, then where?


Where were we, sweetheart?

I was gonna ask you, um, what happened? I mean, how is it that you’re alive?

I wish I could tell you. I don’t even know myself. After I was left for dead, I spent years recuperating in a French sanitarium and then more years still trying to piece together who I was and how I got there. I mean, Stefano, of course, survived, went on to his old life again.

He’s gone now. But–you have heard, I’m sure.

The Phoenix is dead? I don’t believe it.

Mother, you– you really don’t know?

Oh, no, I’m cut off from the rest of the world here in Aremid. Well, at least I was.

Wha–why did you make that choice? I mean, you know, you could have reached out to me and Peter– just let us know that you were alive.

I was afraid that I’d be just trouble.

Oh, Mother, you could never be trouble. I mean, I’m just so happy to see you. I mean, look at this. This is a miracle. [laughter]

Not as happy as I am to see you. When little Rachel showed up on my doorstep, she just showed up there, and I realized that fate was telling me that it was time to reveal myself and do whatever it takes to help my family.


I’m glad– I’m glad Johnny’s doing better. You tell him take it easy. I’ll check in later. Yeah. Love you, baby. Detective Brady, thank you for the transcript of your interview with Jada Hunter.

Is that what we’re calling her now? No more–no more “Commissioner?”

Look, I know that you’re close to her, Detective Brady. After all, you were partners. But I’m hoping that you can put aside personal feelings. I’m counting on you to help ease the transition.

What transition?

I’ve put an interim commissioner in the job– Rafe Hernandez. [tense music]

What exactly do you think I’m up to?

I know you’re setting me up to look like a crooked cop because I got you fired. And nothing gets your adrenaline flowing more than revenge.

[grunting] [cries out]

What was that noise?

You appointed Rafe as commish? I mean, talk about a slap in the face to Jada.

It wasn’t intended as such.

Look, when I interviewed her yesterday, she was genuinely shocked at this so-called evidence. And for the record, I believe that she’s 100% innocent.

And I truly hope you are right.

Did Rafe say who at the PD leaked this information to him?

No. He wouldn’t reveal his sources. But if Jada’s own fiancée believes that she’s a dirty cop, then I have to take these allegations seriously. I have to believe that they’re credible.

Yeah, well, I don’t. And I never will.

Noise? I didn’t– I didn’t hear any noise. [muffled cry]

There it is again.

Oh, um, of course. We have workers down here doing repairs– hammering, drilling, you name it, morning, noon, and night. I’ve learned to tune it out. I wish I had that option with you.

God, you are insufferable.

Mm, one woman’s opinion, but not shared by all, I’m happy to say. But we should go. It’s too dangerous for you down here. You can insult me to your heart’s content upstairs. Come on. Let’s go.

You’re down here.

Well, I was just supervising. I just took off my hard hat. Shall we go?

Don’t touch me.


Look, I get why Ava wouldn’t want to get in the middle of my messy family situation. But to come up with this story about her leaving town?

Well, maybe she didn’t want you to follow her.

Steve, we haven’t even been seeing each other that long. It doesn’t make any sense why she would go to this trouble to just cut ties with me.

Or maybe she had every intention of going to China, but she never made it there.

Without telling Tripp that she was coming?

Or maybe she sent that text under duress. Or…

Or she wasn’t the one that sent the text at all.

Our little girl looks so much like you when you were her age. My heart melted when I saw her. And when she said her name was Rachel– [laughter]

I always knew if I had a daughter that I was gonna name her after you.

You made the happy family that you always wanted.

We are a happy family. I mean, at least we were.

Until she ruined it all.

Is that what Rachel told you?

More or less. I obviously took her feelings very seriously. And I thought it was a chance for me to make it up to you and Peter for all the years I missed.

Mom, you don’t owe me anything. None of that was your fault. You, hey, you suffered terribly. I’m really happy that you’re here, but–

But what, darling?

I–I can’t be party to what you’re doing to Ava.

What do you mean?

Mama, you have to let her go. [tense music]

Jada was my partner. She’s the best cop that I’ve ever worked with. She’s–she’s honorable. She’s kind.

You didn’t always think this way.

Yeah, because I was drinking then. But I’m not now. So I see things much more clearly.

Look, Jada is innocent until proven guilty. And I hope to hell that her name is cleared. But until we finish investigating, we cannot let the people of Salem lose confidence in our police department. Now, if Jada is ultimately cleared, the job is hers again.

Good. Good. I’m glad to hear you say that. But answer me this. Why did you have to give it to Rafe in the interim?

You think it should have gone to you?

No, no, I don’t think that at all. I just–you just recently fired him.

I was impressed with Jada’s improved case clearance rate, but now that that’s been called into question–look, Rafe has done the job before. He’s respected in the community. But now is not the time to put in someone with no administrative experience in the job. Now, Rafe, he’s the calm, steady hand. That’s the wheel that the people of Salem, they need right now.

Is he, though?

What do you have against Rafe?

Look, I just– I just don’t like the fact that right after you let him go, he went and he took a job working for EJ, and– and he broke Jada’s heart.

Well, you don’t have to like it, Detective, or any part of it. My decision stands. Now, I expect you to get on board with the new normal around here, and you rally the troops that work for you. That’s an order.

Yes, ma’am.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to go and break this news to Jada.

Look, Madam Mayor–

Yes?

Look, if you don’t mind, I’d like to be the one to tell her.

Jada, I’m going to level with you here. I asked Rafe to investigate because I was suspicious of the Keystone Kops’ astoundingly improved competence after you were put in charge.

Could it be that I was good at my job?

So was Rafe, supposedly. But your numbers were an outlier. And it’s not like I knew what Rafe would find. But what he did find is that you put people away on trumped-up charges, and for that, you’re just going to have to be punished.

I don’t believe anything out of your lying mouth.

Well, it’s enough that a lot of other people believe it, including your former fiancé. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I haven’t finished my breakfast.

Oh, there you are.

Ex-Commissioner Hunter was just leaving. Goodbye. Don’t come back.

I promise, when I do, I’ll remember to bring the handcuffs.

Except they took those away from you, didn’t they, along with your gun and badge?

EJ.

What?

Did she find you downstairs?

She did. I just went down to check on the construction.

Huh. Yeah. I’ve wondered where you went. By the way, Jada does not know about us. I told her I was here visiting Johnny.

Good. Good.

She was hopping mad when she got here, though.

And she was like that when she left, as you could see.

So, EJ, she said that you actually manufactured the evidence that Rafe found against her.

I’m well aware of what she believes.

Well, did you?


You think it’s possible that someone used Ava’s phone to text me?

Look, man, we both know about Ava’s checkered past. She’s been involved with the mob, with Clyde Weston’s people.

Yeah, but she cut ties with all those people.

You can never completely cut ties with people like that. And if one of them wanted her to disappear with Tripp away, the only person they’d have to cover their tracks with is you. When was the last time you spoke to her?

I don’t– I mean, like I said, she hasn’t been responding to my messages at all.

Did you have a fight or something?

No. No, the last time we spoke, Rachel was still missing, and Ava was very supportive of the whole thing, and a little while later, I get this voicemail from her, but the last part of it was just garbled. It was like she lost reception or something.

And that was the last time you heard her voice?

Yeah.

Can you play that voicemail for me?

Sure. – Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this. [static buzzing, line crackling] But, look, technically, the text she sent me kind of fills in the blanks on that– that garbled part, right?

What if she didn’t send it?

Then it’s possible that that’s not what she said at all.


You want to let Ava go free?

Mother, you can’t keep her hostage.

Why not?

Why not? You’re the one who always taught me to do the right thing. Not that it completely took, but still.

But I also taught you that nothing is more important than fighting for love for family. Remember?

Yes, yes, and that part definitely took.

Because Rachel is such a bright, spirited girl. But I take it from what she said. She’s–she’s been through a lot.

She has, Mother.

And you’ve been through a lot, too, Kristen. If your father and I hadn’t been taken from you, things would be very different.

I suppose they would be.

Don’t you think that that girl deserves the family you never had? Do you want her to be a mother to Rachel? Because Rachel certainly doesn’t want that.

I doubt that relationship would even get that far, given Brady’s track record. I am not worried about Ava. And you shouldn’t be either, Mother.

But I am. Kristen, if you free Ava, she will go to the cops. And if she turns me in, so be it. But your darling girl told me that you were going to put her in therapy for sending threatening texts to Ava. I mean, what would they do? What would happen if the authorities found out she was– she was somehow all mixed up in a kidnapping plot? They’d take her away from you, I’m telling you. They might even put her away.

But you can’t keep her here forever.

No, I know. You’re right. But at least I can take care of her for the time being.

And then what happens next?

Well, then we can come up with a more permanent solution. [dramatic music]

God, I got a lot of questions still, Steve, even fewer answers than I started with.

Yeah. Listen, I know some of the people Ava was involved with in the past. I’ll work those contacts.

Thank you. Thank you. And listen, I don’t mean to lean into you too hard here, but is there one other thing you could do for me?

Name it.

Could you try to enhance the audio on Ava’s message? Then maybe we could figure out what she was trying to say before the reception went bad.

Yeah, send me the voicemail. I’ll see what I can do.

Great. You think she might be in real trouble, don’t you?

Unfortunately, I do. [tense music]


A more permanent solution? What does that mean, Mother?

I’ll figure it out. I can be very creative.

Ugh. You’re not gonna harm her.

Oh, pfft, no, not me, villain though she may be.

OK, Mother, she used to be my friend.

Used to be?

Yes, I mean, we had a falling out, and I do still have some empathy for her.

I understand. But, Kristen, listen. If there’s one thing that Stefano gave you, it’s the DiMera spine. You have to do this to protect Rachel. You must. You’re a mother like me. And that commitment, that sacred commitment, means that you have no choice.


I’m sorry, Ava. But she’s right. I have to protect Rachel.


There. I told you, my darling daughter. Mother always knows best.


Belle, the one who dug up the evidence against Jada was Rafe. He verified it himself. And do you seriously believe I would have Jada ousted merely because she had me replaced with you?

All right. I, uh, just hope you’re telling me the truth.

I just hope that you could stay a little longer, maybe have some lunch, and then afterwards, we can have a bit of a siesta?

Mm, I can’t. I have to go to work.

Oh, stinging words for a man who could spend the entire day in his robe. How about a rain check?

Sure.

And, uh, for the record, I’m glad you stayed over last night.

Well, for the record, me too. [soft music] [smooch]


Oh, this is all getting too close for comfort. [tense music]

Hey.

Shawn.

Look, I know I probably should have called first. But I saw your car out front, and I just wanted to stop by and see how you’re doing. Can I come in?

Sure.

Peace offering. I’m, uh, really sorry I had to drag you down to the station and grill you like that.

I understand that you were just doing your job. I’m grateful it was you.

Well, I’m glad you’re here. I, uh, wasn’t sure.

Well, join the club. I’m not sure about anything anymore. Rafe is still at the Salem Inn, and when he comes home, I guess I’ll be moving out.

Look, I’m sorry. If there’s anything I can do to help, I… Jada, speaking of Rafe, I, um– I have some news. And I wanted you to hear from me first.

That was Jada, wasn’t it? She’s here. Jada! Jada!

Save your breath. She’s gone. But I can’t risk someone finding you here. We’ve had far too many close calls.

What the hell is that? What are you doing to me?

[chuckles]


I want an answer by close of business. Belle, I’m glad I ran into you. There’s a situation that I want to discuss with you.

OK.

I’ve installed an interim commissioner in the job, Rafe Hernandez.

Wow. Uh, I assume Jada hasn’t heard the news yet.

Do I have to defend my decision to you, too? It’s only temporary until we see how all this shakes out.

And I assume you’re gonna be conducting an investigation?

Yes, yes, I am. And I do hope that Jada is cleared. But, you know, if it’s warranted, charges will be filed. Now, I’m only telling you this so that you can be prepared in case you have to prosecute her. [tense music]

So Rafe is back at his old job. You know, I shouldn’t be surprised. Things just keep going from bad to worse. You know, just yesterday, I was about to marry the man that I love. And now he won’t even take my calls. He’s taken my job. He doesn’t believe in me. I don’t understand any of it, Shawn. It’s like–it’s like he’s a completely different person. [sighs] What? What are you thinking?

Rafe was in a coma not long ago. Do you think that maybe it’s possible that maybe that might have something to do with the way he’s been acting?

The coma? It’s possible. When he first woke up, the doctors did say that he might experience some personality changes.

I mean, that right there, that might– that would explain a lot.

Yeah, but he was totally fine up until a couple of weeks ago, long after he had got better.

Still, it’s worth checking out, right?

Guess so. And I’m just– I’m just afraid that I already know the answer and that it has nothing to do with the coma. I just think that, uh– I don’t think Rafe loves me the way that I always thought he did, you know? [somber music]


Hey. Uh, you’re back so soon.

Yeah, I brought Rachel back. She’s in the kitchen.

Well, how did the, uh, therapy appointment go?

It went fine.

Fine. Well, you don’t look like it went fine.

The therapist said that she had a good first appointment. Rachel is doing well. I’m just not so sure about Ava.

Ava? Well, what do you mean?

I found out she’s not in Hong Kong with Tripp. [tense music]

Where is she then?

Kristen, I don’t know. But I’m afraid something is very wrong.


I do wish my daughter could have stayed longer. But now I have something to look forward to– her return. And as for you–

[muffled speech]

Oh, now, now, time for our daily constitutional. Let’s get some air.


[grunting] Well, Rafe, welcome to your new abode. [grunting] [sighs] How fortuitous that Kristen told me all about this place the other day– uninhabited and so far off the beaten path that no one’s gonna look for you here.

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Interview with Sean Kanan of “The Bold and the Beautiful” on CBS and “Cobra Kai” on Netflix by Suzanne 2/4/25

Sean Kanan appears May 24th at the Pasadena Comic-Con!This is my second Zoom interview with Sean Kanan. It’s always great to speak with him because he’s an interesting guy, and an amazing actor, and he always has a lot of things going on. Soap fans know Sean from his role as Deacon on both B&B, Y&R and GH; others may know him from “Karate Kid 3” and the “Cobrai Kai” series, or his Emmy-winning series “Studio City” on Prime.  Right now, Sean is busy promoting a new line of hot sauces, some personal appearances, and the latest in his motivational Way of the Cobra book series with his wife, Michele:  “Way of the Cobra: Couples“.  If you’re a fan of the soaps or of the “Cobra Kai” series or “Karate Kid” movies, you should Sean and Michelle Kananenjoy this chat!

If you live in the SoCal area, go see Sean Kanan, his wife, and his co-star Kimberlin Brown (who plays Sheila) this Saturday, February 8th at Barnes & Noble in Palm Desert 2 PM!  Sean will also be appearing at the Pasadena Comic-Con May 24th.  You can find out about Sean’s future events on his Instagram.  Wait him daily on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” too. Sounds like he has some great story coming up.

Incidentally, if you haven’t watched “Cobra Kai” or the “Karate Kid” movies, I would suggest you check them out because they’re a lot of fun to watch. I just binge-watched them all in the past few months. The last five episodes of “Cobra Kai” drop Feb. 13! Then there’s a new movie, “Karate Kid: Legends” coming out in the summer, starring Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan! It looks good.

 

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Emmy® award-winner Sean Kanan portrays irresistible bad boy “Deacon Sharpe” on The Bold and the Beautiful.

After the character’s success on The Bold and the Beautiful, “Deacon Sharpe” also appeared on sister show, The Young and the Restless. Kanan’s first role in Hollywood was of iconic villain “Mike Barnes” in the blockbuster film Karate Kid III, which he reprised for season five on Netflix’s pop-culture classic Cobra Kai in 2022. He also played the role of “AJ Quartermaine” on General Hospital. His many film credits include two 2021 films with Bruce Willis, Survive the Game and The Fortress, and the Lifetime movie Sinister Society.

In 2021, Kanan won the Daytime Emmy® award for Outstanding Limited Series as the Executive Producer and Creator of Studio City (Amazon Prime), for which he was also Emmy® nominated in the categories of Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Writing Team. Kanan previously won the Indie Series Award for Outstanding Lead Actor for portraying Studio City protagonist “Sam Stephens.”

Kanan has authored four books. His latest, Welcome to the KUMITE, is the second in the Way of the COBRA (WOTC) series, which draws on intimate personal stories to illustrate his strategies and philosophy for achieving success: “Transform yourself, and you can transform the world.” Sean’s first book, The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan, received rave reviews. His second, Success Factor X, became an Amazon New Release Best Seller after less than one week and was named one of the twenty most inspirational books in the last two decades by Book Authority.

To give back, Kanan has turned his personal success and the knowledge about his approach to achieving goals for a healthy, happy, and successful life into a successful and highly sought-after life coaching program.

Whether lobbying on Capitol Hill to raise awareness about bullying or performing stand-up comedy in Bosnia to entertain the troops for the USO, Kanan remains active in numerous charitable organizations, including The American Cancer Society, various animal advocacy groups, and serving as the international youth ambassador for Bad Boy Hot Sauces from Sean KananBoo2Bullying.

In 2016, Kanan received the 400th star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame for his creative work and acts of charity in Hollywood.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, and raised in New Castle, PA, Kanan resides with his wife, Emmy®, award-winning producer and writer Michele Kanan, in California. He celebrates his birthday on November 2.

Follow him on Instagram @sean.kanan and Twitter @seankanan.Sean Kanan (Deacon) and Kimberlin Brown (Sheila) star on "The Bold and the Beautiful" weekdays on CBS and Paramount+ (photo from Kanan's Instagram)

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense music]

Help! Somebody help!

Ava? Hey!

Brady!

Oh, my God. Oh, my God, are you– are you OK?

Yeah.

Are you all right?

I’m fine.

Are you hurt?

I’m fine, I’m fine. I’m so glad to see you.

Thank God. [tense bittersweet music]

God, I can’t believe– [Ava groans] I can’t believe you’ve been here this whole time. I had no idea. I’m sorry. Hey, I’m sorry I didn’t get to you earlier.

No.

You all right?

I’m fine. It’s OK.

It’s good to see you.

[chuckles] I’m so– [smooch] Brady. [tense somber music]


Damn. [Ava groans]

We have some time before Rachel’s therapy appointment.

Yeah, yeah. No, I know. I’m sorry I’m early. I just–I haven’t been sleeping that well.

Well, Rachel’s in the kitchen having breakfast. You want anything?

No. I’m fine, I’m fine.

I don’t think you are, Brady. You miss Ava. [somber music]


Rafe, why won’t you call me back? [suspenseful music]

[chuckles] [phone ringing] Not again. [person moaning on TV]


[people moaning on TV]


This is Rafe Fernandez. I can’t get to my phone right now. Please leave me a message.


[Jada sighs]


[phone ringing] [person moaning on tv]

Come on, girlie. Take the hint already.


[person moaning on TV]


[chuckling] Hey. My phone’s blowing up this morning.

What are you talking about, Feniger?

What I am talking about? I mean, Jada’s been calling me. I mean, it’s probably like the tenth time that she’s called me already. Must want some answers about what happened at the wedding.

I’m sure she does. [clears throat] Well done, by the way. I heard you gave quite the performance as the heartbroken groom.

Oh, yeah, I did. I really sold it.

Well, now that we’ve extricated Ms. Hunter from the commissioner’s office, the next step is to have you take her place.

So now I have to be the top cop?

You don’t want the job?

Well, it’s just, you know, I’ve never really been a 9:00 to 5:00 kind of guy. – Yeah, I gathered that. But rest assured, I will make it very much worth your while.

Well, I’m going to need you to be a little more specific.

And I’m going to need you to trust me. Do we have an understanding? Because I am not stopping now, not when we’re this close to the finish line. [suspenseful music]


[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


Help! Somebody help! [Ava shouts] [ominous music] [sighs] It’s you.

Yes. And you’re wasting your breath. No one’s coming for you.

Brady will. I am sure of it. I just had a dream that he came through those doors.

Oh, how nice. But I’m afraid since Brady thinks you’ve flown off to China, your dream won’t be coming true.


I don’t blame you for being upset. I mean, my God, the woman took off to China without bothering to say goodbye to you.

I–I don’t wanna talk about it.

And if that wasn’t even hurtful, I mean, she broke up with you over text.

Kristen, did you hear me? I don’t wanna talk about it.

OK, fine.


Not like your relationship with Ava Vitali is, uh, my favorite topic of conversation. It’s just I don’t like to see you hurt, Brady. And you can’t take her ending things with you personally. She said she left because she didn’t want to come between you and Rachel.

Yeah, the problem is we just talked about this the other day. I told her that Rachel was seeking therapy and that there was no reason for us to end anything. And I thought she was on board. And then she gets on a plane without even telling me. I–

No, it surprised me, too. I mean, I really thought she cared about you. [sighs] Well, I mean, obviously, her feelings for you weren’t that deep, were they?

I guess not.

Aw, Brady. You–come on. You deserve so much better than this. You don’t deserve to be treated like that. [soft somber music]

We’ll talk later.

Yeah, we will. Because I am going to need some serious dinero.

I trust Harold restocked the toiletries?

Yes, he did. But don’t distract me, EJ. That call was about tanking Jada’s career, wasn’t it?

[scoffs] What do you mean?

I mean I just read “The Spectator.” And it seems that Rafe stopped the wedding and said he couldn’t marry Jada because he’d discovered a mountain of evidence that she’s a corrupt cop.

Well, despite the amount of evidence that Rafe is a bumbling idiot, turns out he’s quite the private detective.

[scoffing] Oh, well, you would know. Since you hired him. So all of this hell that Jada’s been going through, that’s all because of you, isn’t it? [tense music]


[knock at door]

Steve, hi.

I hope it’s not too early.

No, it’s fine. Please, come in. I am always happy to see you.

I called the police station, and they said you weren’t in.

Yeah, Paulina has me on administrative leave while they look into this so-called evidence against me.

I’m so sorry, Jada.

How is this possible? Just a few hours ago, you were walking me down the aisle. And now I’m under investigation for being a dirty cop? And I’m suspected for numerous crimes, none of which I committed.

I hope you know I don’t believe you did any of this.

Thank you, Steve. It means the world that you are here to support me. Which is much more than I can say for Rafe. Anyway, Rafe, I really need to talk to you. Please call me back as soon as you get this.

[chuckles] Sorry, babe. Not gonna happen. [knock at door] Jeez. Chick is relentless. Hey, can you get it through your head? I have nothing to say to say to– you.

Well, that’s too bad. Because I have something to say to you.


So Rafe’s not here?

When I finally got home last night, he was MIA. And I’ve left him a bunch of messages, but I haven’t heard back. Maybe he’s still at the inn?

Yeah. Listen, Jada, I know you’re hurting. But you’re not alone. You have plenty of people who care about you. And they’re going to do everything they can to make sure your name is cleared. I promise you that’s going to happen. [Jada sighs] And Rafe will come home.

Yeah, maybe after Gabi and Javi kick me out.

Oh, come on. That’s not going to happen.

[sighs] I–I can’t believe any of this is happening. Rafe knows me. As a cop and as a human being. And I thought that I knew him. It’s just–[sighs] This is just beyond out of character for him. Like, it’s freakin’ bizarre.

It sure is. That’s why we need to consider who hired Rafe in the first place. [suspenseful music]


Why did you hire Rafe, of all people, to dig up dirt on his own fiancée?

Do you have a problem with that?

I mean, I thought you would have a problem with that, considering how much you despise the man. And you just said you thought he was a lousy detective. Plus, Jada doesn’t even have so much as a parking ticket, so what would make you so sure that Rafe would find anything?

I wasn’t sure at all. I knew full well going in the search could come up empty.

But you went ahead with it anyway.

Well, given how egregiously I’ve been treated, I felt obligated to at least try.

You have an entire army of people on the DiMera payroll who do nothing but dig up dirt on people you want to destroy. So why wouldn’t you use one of them to do this for you?

Because, darling, if I produce the evidence myself, everyone will question it. But if it came from Rafe Hernandez, the very model of decency and fairness, it would be beyond reproach.

So, in other words, you used Rafe to dig up the dirt so you could be certain to bury his bride-to-be?

Boom, boom, boom.

[chuckling] Wow, EJ. I got to say, I mean, that is a truly despicable thing to do. [tense music]

Mayor Price, I’m sorry. I–I didn’t know it was you. Please, come in.

Thank you.

Yeah. So, uh, how’d you know that I was here?

I talked to your sister this morning. She said you’d spent the night here?

Yeah, I– I didn’t feel comfortable going home after… everything that happened.

You mean after you called off your own wedding to hand over all that evidence of Jada’s impropriety?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, that.

Mm-hm, and the source of that information was a Salem PD detective, correct?

Yeah. Friend of mine owed me a favor.

OK, well, I am going to need that friend’s name.


Hmm.


It’s very romantic that you still feel that your knight in shining armor is going to appear. But I think you’re setting yourself up for disappointment.

You’re wrong. Brady is gonna know I didn’t write that stupid text.

Highly doubtful. That message I created for Rachel was quite convincing.

I–I never should have said anything about China.

Oh, but you did. And now Brady thinks you’ve left, sacrificing your relationship with him in the hopes that his precious daughter will come home.

No. Brady’s not going to believe that, because we decided that we didn’t need to break up because of Rachel.

Oh, but as your text said, you still felt that you did. So when Trapp called–

Tripp! You old bat, his name is Tripp.

So when Tripp, your son, invited you to China, you accepted. And decided that you would make plans to stay indefinitely, reconnecting, seeing the sights.

Oh, sounds lovely.

Doesn’t it? And it’s certainly a better story than just you just vanishing off the face of the Earth.


But what if it wasn’t a story? What if I made it the truth? [suspenseful music] [Kristen sighs]

I… I just wish Ava would have told me what she was thinking.

She never gave you a clue that she was leaving?

[sighs] She– she did tell me she felt partially responsible for Rachel running away. But I thought I’d convinced her to let that go. I just– I don’t understand why– why she didn’t come to me first and tell me.

Well, then ask her.

I tried calling her, and there’s no response.

Well, then, Brady, text her.

I–I thought, why would I text her? If she’s not picking up her phone, why would she answer her texts? But, you know, here I am, stewing and speculating. So why don’t I just text her? You know what? I’ll text her. I’ll do it right now.

Good idea. And while you’re doing that, I am going to go get Rachel’s backpack together. It’s about time. We have to go anyways.

Great.

All right. [suspenseful music] [notification chimes] What the–


[Kristen sighs]

The name?

Of the person that found those files for you.

Right, yeah. Yeah, and why do you need it again?

This is an official investigation now. That source provided a lot of serious evidence against Jada. I need to find out how they got it, when they got it, what their involvement might be.

Involvement?

Did they themselves commit any questionable acts? Did they have an ulterior motive? Also, Jada has the right to confront her accuser. So could you give me the name?

[inhales deeply] Yeah, right. Um… can’t do that.


Oof, despicable. That’s rather harsh.

And rather accurate.

I’m not sure how I became the villain in this situation when it was Ms. Hunter who cost me myjob. And at the very same time, she was convincing the mayor to have me fired for bending the rules, she was cutting corners left and right to earn herself a promotion.

Allegedly. Nothing’s been proven yet.

Mm.

Hmm.

Well, I can see why you’re holding out hope. Wouldn’t want to lose your champion.

[scoffs] My what?

Jada did get you installed as district attorney. Didn’t she? [Belle scoffs] Now that she’s on leave, she’s not around to protect you. [EJ inhales deeply] Tsk, tsk, tsk. Mm, poor thing. Now you’re suddenly out there all on your own,


Totally exposed. [soft upbeat jazz music]

I think you’re the one who should be careful.

Mm?

Because it is your most vital organ that is quite vulnerable.

I’m not sure I would consider that my most vital organ at the moment. [Belle chuckles]

Careful. [hand pats] Or you might find yourself totally exposed.

Really?


We’ll see about that. [Belle chuckles]


This has EJ DiMera’s signature all over it.

Yeah, and he obviously blames me for him losing his job. And he did threaten to retaliate, but I didn’t think he would take it this far.

When it comes to DiMera, there’s no such thing as too far.

OK, let’s back up for a sec. When I asked Rafe why he even agreed to dig up dirt on me for EJ, he said that he was sure that he wouldn’t find anything, that he just, you know, wanted to do it to make some extra money for our wedding. What? You don’t believe him?

No, I do.

What? Do you think that EJ made sure that Rafe would find something?

Yes, and the only way he could do that is if he manufactured it himself.

So EJ did this to get revenge.

Seems on-brand, right?

Absolutely. But the question is how do we prove it? [suspenseful music]

Why on Earth does Rachel have Ava’s phone?


It’s not locked. She must have disabled the passcode. And here’s Brady’s text that he just sent. And there’s Ava’s saying that she’s leaving town. Except she didn’t write these. Rachel did.


So if Ava’s not in Hong Kong, then where the hell is she? [sighs]


Oh, no.


Kristen? Is everything OK?


The truth? What do you mean?

I’ll go to Hong Kong for real. Look, all you care about is keeping me out of the way so Kristen and Brady can get back together. I mean, what a better way than sending me halfway around the world?

If I let you out that door, you’re going to call Brady the first chance you get.

No. No, I will not. [suspenseful music] Look, I have spent my fair share of time in mental hospitals for seeing people who weren’t there. So if I start popping off at the mouth about spending time with some mysterious woman in white, I’m going to get a one-way ticket back to Bayview. Look, I miss my son. He’s going to be married soon, and I want to be there. Look, this is a win-win. I get to see Tripp, you get to give Rachel exactly what she wanted, and you don’t have to worry about hiding me anymore. Please, I want to take this burden off of you.

How kind.

Look, all I’m saying is there are elements here that you cannot control. If I go to China, you will never hear from me again.


So what do you say?


[Paulina scoffs]

You can’t tell me the name of your source?

Yeah, well, like I said, a friend of mine did me a favor. And I promised them that there would be no blowback.

That’s a promise you shouldn’t have made.

Yeah, but this– this is Jada’s career we are talking about. Now, if I thought that there was anything that was off, without evidence, or if there was any red flag whatsoever that told me that it wasn’t legit, I would insist that you speak to the source. But I saw those files. And unfortunately, there is no need for that.

So you believe all of this about your fiancée?

Well, God knows I– I don’t want to. You know, I mean, just the thought of it, that– that I was going to marry this woman, I mean, it’s devastating. But I can’t say that, if I’m honest with myself, it’s at all surprising.

Meaning what?

[sighs] OK. Jada would never admit this, but there’s always a part of her that she felt like she was, um, an imposter. Yep. She was always trying to convince others that she was in the right place or, you know, constantly trying to– trying to, you know, make people believe that she deserved to be where she was at. And–[sighs] I don’t know, I– I just think that– that kind of behavior, you know, I think that– that can be dangerous. So unfortunately, um… I do believe it. [tense somber music]


But how do we prove that EJ manufactured the evidence?

I have a few ideas. So I guess that means you’re Black Patch’s newest client. Pro bono, of course.

Well, since my leave is unpaid, I am not going to fight you on that. Thank you.

Good. Well, I’m going to get started right away. But first, I have to go to the hospital and check on Kayla.

What? Why? What happened?

Oh, with everything that happened last night, I guess you haven’t heard. You remember Whitley King?

Of course, I do. The nurse who held Abe captive.

Yeah, well, turns out she was responsible for all the mayhem at “Body & Soul.” The tainted cupcakes, Bonnie’s accident.

I thought she was in Bayview.

Well, that didn’t stop her from going on the attack. Last night, she sent the entire cast scripts laced with poison. And since Kayla was the newest cast member–

Oh, my God, Steve. Why didn’t you say something?

Well, they have an antidote and everybody’s going to be fine. But I–I need to get going and just check on Kayla.

Yes, yes, please. Please go. And please tell her that I’m thinking of her.

I will.

Yes.

Like I said, as soon as I’m finished at the hospital, I’m on the case.

I really appreciate that, Steve. But in the meantime, I am going to get to the bottom of this myself.


What was that?

What?

I heard something. Samantha, is that you?

Oh! That is not funny.

Are you sure you don’t want to hide in the closet just in case?

We talked about this. [EJ chuckles] We agreed that we were not going to live in fear of my sister.

True, but it wouldn’t hurt to batten down a few of the hatches. I mean, you said it yourself. Now that your mother knows about our reconnection, it’s quite possible that Samantha could find out as well.

Yeah, and what is she going to do? Other than totally freak out?

Go after my vital organs.

[laughs] No. She’s gonna–she’s gonna have a temper tantrum, she’s gonna tell us both to go to hell, and then she’s gonna storm out like she does every other time. You and Sami are divorced. Shawn and I are divorced. We can do whatever we want. There is no reason to hide.

Strong argument, counselor. [Belle chuckles] I like it.

Mm.

Mwah. Now you go and have a shower. I’ll have Cook bring us some pastries, and I’ll meet you downstairs.

That sounds like a plan.

Oh, yeah.

Oh, yeah. [tense music]


So I could send you to China and be rid of you for good?

Exactly. And then you can go back to doing… whatever it is you do here.

Mm. It’s a very tempting offer. But I’m afraid I can’t take you up on it.

Why not?

Well, the truth is I don’t have much to do. And no one ever comes round here anymore. Except the Parrot Man. And he’s not a great conversationalist. So these little exchanges, this is the most I’ve spoken to a person in years.

So you won’t let me leave because you want to have someone to chat with?

I won’t let you leave because I don’t trust you. I’m sure as soon as you get to Hong Kong, you’re gonna turn right around and come right back.

No, no, I promise I won’t.

There, there, dear. It’s OK. I’ve already made up my mind.


Should we grab Rachel and head out?

Yeah, you know, Brady, I am not feeling very well.

What’s wrong?

[sighs] I–I don’t know. My head just started pounding.

Mm-hmm. Well, we’re headed towards the hospital. Why don’t we stop at the doctor’s office and you can have that checked out?

No, no, it’s not that serious. It’s just probably from all the craziness that’s been happening these past few days. It’s just catching up to me now. Would– would you mind, uh, taking Rachel to her appointment? I’m just gonna head upstairs and lie down for a bit.

Sure. Yeah, no–no problem.

Thanks. [suspenseful music]


EJ, are you down here? I thought we were gonna have– breakfast. [sighs] OK. [approaching footsteps]

Belle. What are you doing here?

I, uh, I just stopped by to see my nephew, Johnny. What brings you by?

I need to talk to EJ. Have you seen him? [tense music]


Rise and shine, Hernandez. Breakfast is served. [sniffs] Ooh. Whoop.


[EJ humming]

Ugh.

Oh, stop it.

What the hell are you doing here? Where’s your henchwoman?

Oh, Rita had other business to attend to.

Oh, yeah? Is she out maybe getting Arnold and Jada a wedding present? Matching his and hers tasers?

A wedding present? I thought I told you. I made it very, very clear that that wedding wouldn’t be happening. And it didn’t.

Oh, God. What did you do?

Not me. Arnold. He did exactly what I told you he would do. He outed Jada as a corrupt cop and dumped her at the altar.


I appreciate your honesty, Rafe. I can’t imagine that this is easy for you.

No, it hasn’t been. I care about Jada very much. As–as do you.

Oh, I feel terrible about all of this. But as I said, these are very serious allegations. And, well, as mayor, I had to sideline Jada while we look into all of them. Of course, I have to appoint a new police commissioner. At least temporarily. [suspenseful music] – So now I have to be the top cop?

You don’t want the job?

Well, it’s just, you know, I’ve never really been a 9:00 to 5:00 kind of guy. – Yeah, I gathered that. But rest assured, I will make it very much worth your while.

So you need someone to step in for Jada?

I just said that I did, didn’t I?

OK. Well, how about me?


Hey, Brady.

Hey.

I’m so glad to hear you found little Rachel.

Mm.

Is she OK?

Yeah, no, she’s fine. We’re just here for a therapy appointment.

Oh, gotcha.

Yeah, it turns out part of her grand plan was running away, hoping that she would get her parents back together. Although that’s not going to happen anytime soon, it made us realize that she could use the help of a child psychologist. Thank you, by the way.

For what?

For helping Ava with those texts that she was getting.

Oh, yeah, yeah. Yeah, I found out one of them was sent from the DiMera mansion. Ava was sure it was Kristen.

Yeah, so was I. But, um– [clicks tongue]

What? Are you telling me it was Rachel?

Yeah. Yeah. She thought Ava was some kind of an obstacle. And… it turns out she isn’t anymore, though.

What do you mean?

Ava broke up with me. She actually just left for Hong Kong to see Tripp.

She did? Well, that’s strange.

How come?

Tripp didn’t say a word about it to me. [tense music]


[words muffled] Come on. Come on, come on! Damn it! [door opens]

Hello? Is anyone here?

Kristen!

Oh, my God. Just as I thought. [Kristen sighs]

Ugh. Oh, God. Thank God, Kristen. Oh! How did you find me?

Um, you know, I– I found your phone in Rachel’s backpack, along with my scrapbook about Aremid. And so I just put two and two together. But the thing that I don’t understand, how did you get here?

Rachel called me and she said she needed help. She gave me this address. I immediately called Brady. I left him a message and I–

Right, right, right, right. The reception was bad and your message got cut off. That’s all. Yeah. He played it for me and Johnny. He wanted to see if we could figure out what you said. And in the end, it was all garbled.

And Rachel knew that. She knew that Brady didn’t hear me say that I was on my way here. And that is why he thought I went to China.

Rachel did this all by herself, tied you up and left you here?

No, she didn’t do it by herself. She had help.


I actually don’t know where EJ is. But I’m assuming this is about what happened at the wedding yesterday.

You heard?

Yeah, I read it in the paper this morning.

Well, don’t believe everything you read. I am completely innocent, which is why I need to speak to EJ. He is obviously behind this whole thing.


Jada is not a corrupt cop, you son of a bitch.

Mm. I’m quite certain the investigation will prove that she is. And now that there’s a vacancy for police commissioner, I’m going to make sure that Arnold fills it. Attaboy.

Yeah, right. That moron running Salem PD? He’ll never pull it off.

I don’t see why not. He’s impersonating you. And being a moron was your, uh, forte. [EJ chuckles]


You really are scum.

Mm, mm, mm. What I am, Hernandez, is one giant step to getting exactly what I wanted. Here. Come on.


You want me to appoint you as interim commissioner?

Well, I just want to do whatever I can to make a challenging situation easier. Now, this is obviously your call. And I completely understand if you have someone else in mind.

Oh, honestly, I don’t. Shawn, he did the job previously. But that was a bit of a disaster because he had a drinking problem back then.

Yeah. Uh, look, I understand how this looks, rehiring a guy that you– you just got rid of. But the public knows me and they trust me. And I’ve never been involved in any kind of scandal. My record is spotless. And I think that that’s exactly what you need right now, considering the suspicion surrounding Jada.

Mm. With the city council just breathing down my neck, I need to get somebody in that job right away. [suspenseful music]


You’re hired.

Oh.


I talked to Tripp last week, and he didn’t say a thing about Ava being there.

Well, this– this just happened. She texted me yesterday to let me know she landed in Hong Kong. I was blindsided by it.

So she didn’t tell you she was going?

No. No, I’ve been reaching out to her with no response. I mean, it’s fine if she doesn’t want to make a big deal or have a big talk about this. But I’d love to know that she was OK.

Yeah. Well, it’s not too late there yet. How about I give Tripp a call?

I’d appreciate that.


[phone beeps]


Hey, son. It’s your dad. No, no, no, everything’s OK. I’m just here with Brady. And he’d like to talk to your mom. Could you put her on? Oh. She’s not there? [dramatic music]


What do you mean, Rachel had help?

There is someone else here.

Who? Is it the Parrot Man?

No, she told me to call her the Woman in White.

The Woman in– what are you talking about?

Kristen, my love, is that you?


Mother?

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B&B Short Recap Friday, February 7, 2025

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Finn and Poppy argue more about the fact that she didn’t tell him that he’s Luna’s father.

Finn goes to the prison, but they won’t tell him where Luna is. Finn phones Poppy, wondering where Luna is. She doesn’t know but asks him again not to tell Steffy the truth.

Luna tells Bill that Will and Electra were there, but she stayed out of sight. He’s worried that someone might find her there and reminds her that no one can see her or know she’s there. She hides when they hear someone else coming. It’s Liam, who notes that Bill is keeping the door unlocked again. They hug, talk about work a little, and Liam’s kids. Bill suggests they go out on the boat, so Liam agrees. He mentions that tonight is Steffy and Finn’s anniversary. Bill wonders how Liam feels about that. Liam is just glad she’s happy and remembers that she was locked in a cage not too long ago by “Luna, the psycho.” Luna, hiding nearby and listening, looks upset at that.

Brooke and Carter continue to chat about how the coup might have been wrong. He tells her that he needs to focus on the company, but Brooke thinks that it’s wrong for Ridge and Eric not to be there at Forrester. He agrees, but points out that they made that choice. He apologizes, though, because he didn’t think that when he made her CEO, Ridge would turn to Taylor. She admits that she’s shocked at how quickly that happened. They know that Ridge felt betrayed. Later, Carter thinks about Steffy and Ridge signing the papers that led to the coup.

Ridge is on the phone with Justin, trying to find a way out of losing Forrester Creations. Justin tells him that nothing can be done legally. Ridge shares that news with Steffy. She tells Ridge that she intends to put an end to the “evil coup.” She thinks they will self-destruct, with help from Daphne. She points out that something good came of it – Ridge broke free of Brooke and went back to Taylor. He thanks her for always rooting for them. She has to leave because it’s her anniversary with Finn. He hugs her and wishes her a happy anniversary.

A little later, Brooke arrives; he thinks she’s there for Donna. She’s there to see him and tells him that she doesn’t want to be at odds with him. They still love each other and need to fix things. Ridge is belligerent and not softening to her, at all, still feeling betrayed. She tells him that she’s been working to get everyone back together, and talking to Carter about how wrong this is, and how bad it is for everyone. She apologizes for how all of it happened. He tells her how he felt to lose the company, and to be humiliated, by her and Carter. She tells him that it hurt her when he ran to Taylor. He refuses to talk about Taylor. She reminds him that their connection is always there, no matter what. She’s willing to fight for that.

Steffy goes home and flashes back to when Finn proposed on the beach. She wonders where he is as she lights romantic candles. Steffy steps on a toy, which reminds her of Finn rescuing her. Finn finally arrives, so they kiss. She gives him a glass of wine. She can tell that he seems tense. He groans because he forgot it was their anniversary, but she forgives him (thinking that it had to do with saving lives at work). She urges him to forget his bad day and tells him how she was thinking about his proposal, and how strong their bond is now. She admits that she also thought of Luna, and how he rescued her. She says that they have so much to look forward to. He stays quiet, so Steffy asks him what’s bothering him. He says that there’s something he needs to tell her.

 

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[light music]

So I went to see Mark today. He really misses you.

I miss him too.

Yeah, I know you do. [sighs] I know–I know how upset you are about the fact that he’s in prison. I am too. I am too, especially because he was just trying to save Mom.

I know.

It’s just…[sighs] Not everyone sees it that way.


[dramatic music]


Hey, Julie. Julie. Hey.

Oh, Chad, my goodness, I didn’t realize you were here.

That’s OK. I just got here. How you doing?

All right–I mean, as all right as I can be.

Yeah, well, I’m sorry I was gone so long.

Oh, that was no problem. Your children were angels, as always.

Not always.

Always for me.

Well, that’s good for you.

[chuckles]

Are they sleeping?

Yeah. The guys put them to sleep. I was not of much help this evening, I’m afraid.

Well, I’m sure that’s not true. And if JJ and Doug needed you, I’m sure you would have been there.


I’ve been meaning to ask how the session with–with Marlena went.

Fine, I guess. Sit down. What I really appreciate is, Marlena did not pressure me about coming back. She said we can have this one session, and you go home, you think about it, and then decide whether or not you want to return.

Good. So what’s the verdict? Are you gonna go back? Did it help?


– Ah. There’s my girl.

Hey.

Mm.

Mm.

Mm.

What are you doing here?

I just got off work, and I knew you were working late, so I thought maybe I’d swing by and see if my beautiful wife would like to join me for a late dinner.

[sighs] I really wish I could. Xander, it has been the craziest day today.

How so?

Well, in a nutshell, a bunch of people were poisoned, including your cousin Alex.


Mm. That was well worth the wait.

Yeah, it was. Mm. And just so you know, I would have kissed you even if you hadn’t almost died.

Damn. I went through all that for nothing?

[laughs] The important thing is, it’s over.


I’m just so relieved that you’re OK.

Hmm. You and me both. [chuckles] How much would that have sucked if I kicked the bucket right when we finally decided to be together?

Well, I hope you know that if your near-death experience caused you to change your mind–

Are you kidding me? Steph, my near-death experience made me want to be with you even more, just the thought of never seeing that beautiful face again? Mm-mm.


I just– [sighs] I just really wish–

What?

[sighs] Not to spoil the mood, I just– [sighs] I really don’t want to have to break the news to Joy about us.

Yeah. Yeah, I feel so bad for her. I’ve had my heart broken enough times to know that a relationship ending, it can feel like your life is ending too.


[suspenseful music]


[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


[dramatic music]

Mm, I’m just hoping Joy doesn’t take it too hard. I mean, we’ve only been dating about a month. [phone beeps]

Oh, sorry, one second. Oh, it’s my dad. He’s just giving me an update on my mom.

What’s going on with your mom?

Oh, my God, I can’t believe I hadn’t told you.

Tell me what?

While we were waiting for the paramedics, I found out that my mom was poisoned too.

What? Steph, I’m assuming she’s all right, or else you wouldn’t be here.

Yeah, she is all right, thank God.

Good.

They’re treating her at the hospital. They’re keeping her there overnight just to be on the safe side.

[scoffs] Thank God. I mean, it’s no coincidence that your mother and I were both poisoned the exact same damn night.

No, it’s not. You were pretty out of it, but the paramedics said that several members of “Body & Soul” cast and crew were all targeted.

[sighs]

They were sent scripts laced with a contact toxin. I assume that’s how you got sick.

A contact toxin? It must have been. Yeah, I mean…[scoffs] It’s just crazy to me. One minute, I was just going over my script with Joy.


Oh, my God, Joy.


[suspenseful music]


[phone ringing]


Thankfully, we had the antidote already here in the lab, so we haven’t lost anyone, although not everyone has been accounted for. The police are still working on that.

What about Alex?

I was told that he’s OK.

Oh, thank God.

Mm.

Wonder if Justin and Philip have heard the news.

I have no idea. Speaking of your brother, I haven’t heard you complain about him in a while. Does that mean you two are turning a corner?

Well, actually, I think maybe we have. You know, these last couple of weeks, Philip and I have been working pretty well together.

I’m glad to hear that.

[chuckles] In fact, he’s now in support of my idea to go after DiMera Enterprises. [dramatic music]

What? You said that he was opposed to that.

Not anymore. We’re both gung ho now to destroy our competition.


[breathing heavily] [knock at door]


Mom.

Hey, look, I’m– I’m sorry to drop by unannounced, but I really need someone to talk to, and I didn’t want to give you a chance to say you were busy or whatever.

Well, as much as I admire your guerrilla-style tactics, I actually am busy… [sighs] Getting ready for bed. I have an early meeting tomorrow.

So really, you’re gonna turn away your mom? You know, Roman is still in Chicago visiting Rex, and actually, I don’t have anyone to turn to, so…


OK, fine. What’s the problem?

Thank you. Well, in a nutshell, my career as a soap opera mogul is a complete disaster. And frankly, it’s depressing as hell.


If you are asking did Marlena cure my depression in one magical session, the answer is no. [sighs] She was lovely to me, but I really don’t see how therapy is going to help my problem. My problem is that Doug is gone and I’m lost without him.

Yeah. You and Doug were together for a very, very long time. So, you know, that’s decades of memories and decades of love. So it makes–makes all the sense in the world that you’d be having a hard time right now.

Thank you so much for understanding. I mean, I’m sorry. I’m hoping I can be that feisty old gal again. Maybe she’s around here somewhere. I doubt it.

No, I think– I think she is. And I think you’ll find her. You know, so maybe talking to Marlena, if not for a cure, at least for some comfort.

OK. I will book another session.

OK.

I do realize I can’t go on living like this. And if I realize it at all, it’s thanks to you.


You know, in my long life, I’ve lost a lot of people… [dramatic music] Loved ones, friends. It’s always hard. But this, losing my life partner, the love of my life, it’s just a bigger blow than I’ve ever had to take. And I honestly feel I’ve lost a part of myself.

Yeah, I know. I get it.

You do. We know we never stop loving, never stop missing.


But I also understand, eventually, my heart will open again. And I’ll be able to appreciate all these blessings that I do have. That’s you, you, your children, this wonderful family, all the friends that have showered me with love and support. [chuckles] So be of good cheer. I’ll get there. I’ll–I’ll adapt.

Yes, you will.

[laughs]

Hey. We need you. You’re very important to us.

And you are very important to me. And in this process, I have consequently done some soul-searching.


And I have had a change of heart about someone.

Oh? Who’s that?

Cat Greene.


Hey, Cat, is Mark a bad person? [light music]

No, no, no. Mark is not a bad person. He did a bad thing, right, but for a good reason, just like what I did when I lied to Chad DiMera. He didn’t deserve that. He didn’t deserve what I put him through, and especially not, because he’s such a wonderful man.

In what way?

Well, he’s really good with his kids. He’s a really loving father. He’s courageous and strong– not, like, in a machismo kind of way. Just, like, he’s brave, and, you know, he’s strong but sensitive. And he’s smart. He’s so funny. He is hilarious. [laughs]

Wow. You really like him, don’t you?


Xander, I told you that I do not want you to break the law. [dramatic music]

Relax. Philip and I will find a legitimate way to go after DiMera and seize control. No illegal tactics, I promise.


Is that a promise you can keep?

Well, we might have to bend some rules a smidge.

Xander!

But we won’t break them.

[sighs] I do not like the idea of you starting a war with Kristen DiMera, of all people. She will not go down without a fight. And you know how deadly that woman can be.

We’ll be careful. I can promise you that too.

[sighs] Well, unfortunately, that doesn’t really mean anything to me. Damn. I cannot believe that Philip let you talk him into this.

Oh, I didn’t have to. It was Philip’s idea to move forward with the idea.


I can’t believe some crazy fan poisoned your cast and crew.

[scoffs] Yeah, well, at least no one’s died as of yet. I mean, the police are still checking with people who didn’t pick up their phone.

Wait, what about Stephanie? Is she OK?

Yeah, no, she’s fine. I mean, I don’t know, maybe Whitley King knew she was about to quit.

Steph quit the show?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m telling you. I mean, it’s been one thing after another, from the dueling divas, the cheating spouses, the venomous columnist, the crazy fan– the murderous fan. And now we lose our publicist just when we need her the most.

Well, at least she wasn’t poisoned.

[sighs] Look, my point is, the show has just been plagued with problems. I’m really wondering if doing this venture is, I mean, worth all the trouble.

Are you saying you’re ready to throw in the towel?


I don’t know. I mean, I really don’t. I mean, the reason that I was looking forward to executive producing a soap opera is because it would be fun, you know, exciting. And it actually brought a little joy for a while. And now there’s no joy. It’s dead. Dead. [phone ringing] [suspenseful music]


[sighs] She’s not picking up.

Oh, my God, I feel so awful. I was so worried about you, it never occurred to me that Joy could be affected too.

I have to get over there, Steph.

Oh, Alex, Alex, you’re still too weak.

I’ll be fine, seriously. I just–I have to make sure she’s OK, really. If she didn’t get that antidote, her life could be in danger.

OK, well, let me drive you.

OK. Let’s go.

OK.

[exhales heavily] [light music]

Well, yes, yes, you know, of course I like him. He’s a–you know, like I said, a wonderful man.

Do you like, like him?

Mm, no. No, uh-uh. It’s nothing like that. Mm-mm. It’s just–it’s– OK, yes, it is just like that. I like, like him.

Does he know that?


Yes, actually, he knows that I have feelings for him. But it’s not like he could ever like me back.

Why not?

[scoffs] Because of what I did to him. What I did destroyed any chance that we could ever be together. [sighs] – So you’ve had a change of heart about Cat, huh?

Well, not precisely a change of heart. I do realize now that she was strong-armed into doing all the things she did by Clyde, so… that doesn’t mean I forgive her, not for all the months and months of duplicitous lies. But I don’t need to be so vocal about it, especially now that you and she are friends?

Mm, no, I don’t–I– [clears throat] I wouldn’t go that far. No, I mean, we’re in a better place, sure, but friends? [dramatic music] No. Maybe someday.


Sorry things are such a mess. Is there anything I can do to help?

No. You’ve done that already just by listening. Abe and I will take care of this and hopefully figure it out. Anyway, so how are you doing? How’s the work situation?

Believe it or not, Xander and I are actually getting along.

Good. Really, so Sarah and Stephanie are keeping their mouths shut?

Yeah. My brother still thinks the letter from Dad is legit, which is great because he’s finally making a real effort to work with me. In fact, we’ve teamed up to make a pretty big power play.

Really? Do tell.

Well, Xander and I– drumroll, please…

Oh. [patting lap]

We’re going to take over DiMera Enterprises.


You’re saying it was Philip’s idea to go after DiMera?

Well, it was my idea originally, as you know. And Philip shot it down initially. But now, in the spirit of working together and more likely probably because he realizes the brilliance of said idea, he’s had a change of heart.


That doesn’t make any sense.

Why not? What do you mean?


This isn’t about Xander’s misdeeds. He’s the victim here.

[laughs]

And you know Xander better than anyone. You’ve seen what he’s capable of when he was just a regular guy with regular resources. Do you really want to see what he’ll do if given the full, unchecked power of Titan Industries?


No, I’m just– I’m surprised. You said that Philip adamantly opposed the idea of a hostile takeover of DiMera.

Well, he did at the time, when I first pitched the idea. But his main objection was about Stephanie, her having gotten caught up last time. He just didn’t want that to happen again.

So, what, he just– he doesn’t care now?

Well, no, it’s just not really an issue now because she dumped him.


[knocking]

Joy? [knocking] Joy, it’s Alex. Are you in there? [knocking] Joy. [suspenseful music] Oh, my God, Joy.

[gasps]

Joy, Joy. Hey.

Oh, my God.

Hey, can you hear me? Joy. Oh, my God. She has a pulse, but it’s weak. Steph, we got to get her to the hospital.

Yeah.

OK, come on.

OK.

OK, Joy, it’s all right.

OK.

It’s OK. It’s OK.

OK.

All right. Here, just stand her up.

OK.

OK. Easy.

We got you.

OK. [light music]

Now, I would like to think that maybe Chad could forgive me one day. I just–I don’t know. I don’t know. I don’t see that happening.

Why not? I did.

[chuckles] Yes, you did. And I’m really grateful for that. So happy we have this. But, like, even if Chad could forgive me, it’s still– I just don’t think he has those kind of feelings for me.

That’s kind of like me and Todd.


Oh, right. When you first liked Todd, he didn’t like you back. That’s right. I remember. And then you gave him your meat loaf sandwich, and he was like, oh, I do like you. [laughs]

And now he’s my boyfriend.

Yeah. Yeah. And, you know, I’m so happy for you guys. You are the most adorable couple. [chuckles] [sighs] I mean, they do say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but I think it’s gonna take a little bit more than a meat loaf sandwich for me and Chad to turn it all around.


So I promise not to be so critical of Cat, although sometimes my straight-shooter instincts just kind of slip out.

Yeah. Well, I appreciate the effort. That’s very kind of you.

If I’m gonna be spending more time with Marlena, the least I can do is be courteous to her little assistant. That’s assuming Cat gets the assistant job.

Yeah, I hope she does. I think she deserves a second chance.

A second chance. Doug would approve. [dramatic music] He was a champion of second chances.


I’m sorry, I–that’s– I got to go back to “The Spectator.” There’s a big story that my editor wants in tomorrow’s paper, so…


You gonna be OK?

I’m gonna be fine. In fact, tonight I might even try to go up there and sleep in a great big empty bed again.

Well, good luck.

And if I don’t make it, this is a very comfy little sofa here.

Yeah, I bet that bed’s comfier, though.

Yes, it is. So I’ll try.

I love you.

I love you too.


[sighs]


[monitor beeping]

She gonna be OK? She was left untreated way longer than I was.

Yeah. Yeah, I was concerned about that too. But when the antidote is in her system, it should work pretty quickly.

She was all alone. I should have never left her.

Yeah, but then you would be in really bad shape as well.

Yeah, but still, I just wish it occurred to me that she could have been in trouble too.

Yeah. Well, she’s being taken care of now. How are you feeling?

I’m fine, thanks to that antidote.

Hmm.

How did you come up with it so fast, anyway?

Well, actually, we had it in the lab already. Once we figured out the toxin that Whitley King used, we just had to find the right drug to counteract the effects. So far, everyone’s made a full recovery.

Wow.

Alex? Alex, is that you?

Hey, Joy, yeah. I’m right here.

Why am I in the hospital? What happened to me?


Poor Joy. Such a nightmare.

Well, she’s lucky she had you and Alex looking out for her.

[sighs] I just wish we’d gotten there sooner.

We? So you and Alex are back together?

Why do you ask?

Philip told me that you broke things off with him, but he was vague about the details. I thought maybe you chose Alex over him.

Did it never occur to you, Philip, that had people found out that you were committing fraud that they might think that I was in on it, that maybe I was helping to deceive the public into thinking that you were this poor victim who was wrongly deprived of his birthright?

But I was. If I had overcome my demons just a few months sooner, it would have changed everything. My dad would have left me in charge.

That is pure speculation. And you know that will is solid, meaning you stole half the company from Xander.

Well, he deserved to have it stolen from him. I mean, it’s not like Xander is some upstanding guy either.

That is irrelevant. Damn it, Philip, I never would have done PR for you had I known that you were trying to pull this scheme.


You used me.

No, no, Steph. Look…[sighs] Let’s talk about this over dinner.

Oh, there is no dinner. In fact, you and I are through, Philip, professionally and personally.


Alex is not the reason why I stopped seeing Philip.

[sighs]

Hey.

Oh, how’s Joy?

Well, her vitals are almost back to normal, so I think she’ll make a full recovery.

Thank God. Can I go see her?

Sure. Yeah.

Well, I’m glad Joy is gonna be OK.

Me too. Honestly, I wasn’t so sure at first ’cause she’d been suffering the effects of the poison a lot longer than the others.

I see what you mean about a crazy night.

[sighs]

So do you think you’re still gonna be too busy to grab dinner?

You go ahead. I actually need some more time to wrap things up here. And I don’t want you to wait any longer than you already have.

OK. I’ll go to the pub, grab us both some takeout, and see you back at the house, yeah?

That sounds good.

OK. Love you.

Mm. [tense music]


So you and Xander are going to attempt a takeover of DiMera.

Not just attempt. We are going to succeed.


What? You don’t like the idea.


Look, I admire your ambition. I really do. Your father would too. But you need to give it more thought, you know. You may be ruffling the wrong feathers.

I’m not afraid of Kristen.

[clears throat]

Plus, wouldn’t it be great to pay her back for trying to kill you a few years ago?

Uh-huh, it would. But I’m not concerned with Kristen.

Then who, Chad?

No, darling, I’m not talking about Chad either. I’m talking about Sarah.


Sarah, who knows your secret, who agreed to remain silent because you were going to help her keep Xander in line.

And I will.

Really, by going forward with this war that Sarah was against from the beginning, especially if it involves Xander using underhanded tactics?

Look, I get what you’re saying, but I’m sure if it was a problem, I would have heard from her by now.

[scoffs] [phone beeps]


It’s Sarah. Yeah, she wants to meet.

[scoffs]


[tense music]

[sighs] Let me guess, you’re not happy about Xander and me taking over DiMera.

You’re damn right I’m not. I thought that we had an understanding, that I wouldn’t tell Xander that you stole half of his company. In exchange for my silence, you would keep my husband’s worst instincts in check.

And I am.

By egging him on to start a war with the DiMeras, of all people?

I believe you also asked me to work with him. So in a way, this is what you wanted.

[scoffs] Don’t be a smart-ass.


Look, we aren’t going to do anything illegal.

[scoffs] That’s what Xander said too. But this is an aggressive move. And you know damn well that it is going to be very difficult not to get your hands dirty.

Sarah, I promise, I’ll make sure your hubby doesn’t break the law.

[chuckles] Well, this may come as a shock to you, but those words ring really hollow right now. And since you’re turning out to not be a very good influence on Xander, well, I think maybe that we should just tell him the truth, that you have no claim on Titan.


Well, well, well. Hmm. What a coincidence. My son and I were just talking about you.

Hello, Kate.

Hmm. He was filling me in on the plot to take control of DiMera.

Keep your voice down, will you?

Oh, gee, I didn’t know it was supposed to be a surprise.

You know damn well it is. I should have known Philip would go blabbing to his mummy.

Oh, like you didn’t tell your wife?

That’s different. Sarah’s good at keeping secrets.

Mm, I bet she is.

Nor does she have a financial stake in DiMera, like you do.

Oh, no worries there. I handed over my shares of DiMera to EJ a few years ago, so I am fully divested.

So you support our decision? [dramatic music]

Well, I have reservations. I mean, Kristen can be formidable, but, well, it’s actually just another way of saying that she can be a holy terror with a heart of stone, so…

Well, we can handle her, although I will admit I do wish that we’d struck when she was a bit more vulnerable, you know, when her daughter was missing.

Oh, my God, you do have a heart, don’t you?

Kate, this is serious business. I thought you, of all people, would understand that. Or maybe you’ve lost your competitive edge now that you’re in a somewhat frivolous business.

Frivolous? Hmm. Producing a soap opera is not frivolous. [chuckles] As a matter of fact, running “Body & Soul” is so much more challenging and serious than I could have imagined, especially given what has transpired lately, you know, all the drama behind the scenes.

[sighs]

I can’t believe that woman did this. My God, I would have died if it weren’t for you, Alex. You saved my life.

[sighs] All I did was bring you to the hospital.

Yeah, but if you hadn’t come back for me when you had– I don’t even want to think about it. [monitor beeping] I’m so grateful for you, Alex. And I’m so grateful for you too, Stephanie. I mean, you saved his life. If he weren’t with you when he collapsed, I–


Did you two run into each other in the hallway or something?


Yeah. Yeah, that’s– that’s what happened.

Well, that’s really lucky. Thank God I didn’t lose you.


[light music]

Mmm, mmm. Mm-hmm. I am very happy that you twisted my arm into getting us to share a sundae together. [laughs] It’s cheering me up. Thank you.

I’m glad.

Mm.


Hands. Hands. Hey, you’re such a wonderful sister.

[chuckles] Thanks. You are too.

[chuckles] One more bite. [laughter] Now, come here. Mm. Hug me. Aw. I love you.

Love you too.

[laughs]

Hi, Cat.


Chad, hi. Felicity, this is Chad DiMera. Chad, this is my little sister, Felicity.

Hey, Felicity. It’s very nice to meet you.

Same here.

So, what, are we having sundaes? We celebrating a big occasion?

Kind of.

Yeah. We’re celebrating the fact that I got my new job.

Marlena got the approval.

Yep. It’s all set.

That’s great. I’m really happy for you.

Thank you. [chuckles]


OK, all right, I’m gonna let you two enjoy your sundae and–

Wait, why don’t you two share the sundae?


[dramatic music]


Come on, old girl. You can do this.


[light music]

That is very, very kind of you, Felicity. And as much as I would love to have some of that sundae, I have to go to the office and do some work.


Of course, yeah. Have a good night.

You too. Bye, Felicity.

Worth a try.


Sarah, be reasonable, OK? I mean, if you tell Xander the truth, I’m out on my ass, obviously. And then there won’t be anyone around to keep your husband in check.

Who’s keeping him in check now?

I am. Look, he and I, we haven’t done anything wrong. And as I said, I’ll do my best to make sure it stays that way. But I can’t have…. [growls] [exhales forcefully] You freaking out and threatening me over every single decision we make.

Tough, because in case it wasn’t clear to you, you have to play by my rules. [tense music]

So what are you saying? We have to drop our takeover plans?


No. You can proceed, for now. But if I get any hint that things are not on the up-and-up, I will not hesitate to pull the plug. Do you understand?

Fine, although for the record, I think you’re overreacting.

Oh, I don’t give a damn what you think. I’m calling the shots now. And I can blow you out of the water anytime I want. Don’t forget that.


[door slams]

[sighs]

To be fair, Sarah just told me about how your whole cast and crew were poisoned by some obsessed fan.

Yeah, well, they caught the culprit, and luckily, no one died, so…

[sighs] Thank God for that. But apparently, things were quite dire for Joy Wesley.


Joy? What–is Joy a victim?

Yeah, I was at the hospital when they brought her in.


Well, is she OK?

Sarah said she’s gonna be fine. Yeah, Alex and Stephanie, they found her just in the nick of time.


[sighs] Such a relief, huh? Joy’s gonna be OK.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, it is a relief.

[sighs] And you know what? I’m glad you didn’t say anything– about us, I mean…

[sighs]

Not that you would have, but obviously, it wasn’t the right time

No, no, definitely not the right time. But when she’s better, I’ll break her the news.

Only if you’re sure.

Have I not made myself clear enough that I’m sure?

No, you’ve made yourself pretty clear.

OK.

[chuckles] I just– I obviously need constant reassurance. [dramatic music]

Well, then allow me to constantly reassure you.

That’s very kind.


I just–I hate being needy…

Mm.

You know, insecure.

Mm. Steph, I’m crazy about you, no matter what. And it just so happens that I’m– I’m a little insecure and needy myself.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah. I think, right now, I need you to tell me that you feel as I do right in this moment.

And how is it that you feel right in this moment?


Like you, Stephanie Johnson, are the only one for me. You’re the only one I want to be with.


Well, allow me to reassure you, Alex Kiriakis, that I feel exactly the same way.

[sighs]


[tense music]

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B&B Short Recap Thursday, February 6, 2025

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Recap written by Suzanne

In his office, Finn and Poppy continue to argue about the fact that she never told Finn that Luna was his daughter. He blasts her for lying. She admits she was wrong, but she felt that it would ruin his life if she told him. He yells at her for being selfish, saying that she raised a murderer. He mentions how things might have been for him and Luna. He says this changes everything. He wants to tell Steffy the truth, but she begs him to keep it a secret. She points out that their lives will be ruined if it comes out (especially with Steffy and Li).

At Bill’s mansion, Will fills Electra in on Luna’s history as Luna listens from nearby. Will wants to change the subject, saying that Luna is out of their lives for good.

Ridge and Taylor are kissing in the living room when Steffy returns. They discuss her plan to get Forrester back from Carter and Hope. She’s impatient and wants to get it back soon. She hopes Carter knows that what he did was wrong, but Ridge thinks he knows already. Steffy blames Hope for manipulating Carter. Ridge says that Carter stabbed them in the back. Steffy wonders if Carter has forgiven himself and if he feels guilty. Ridge says he doesn’t seem like the same good guy he used to be. Steffy thinks it’s eating away at him; she hopes he’s the same man, deep down. She declares that, either way, they’ll be gone soon

Carter chats on the phone with someone about leather accessories. Brooke walks in and admires how comfortable he looks in Ridge’s chair. She’s impressed. Carter wishes Ridge could have understood his vision. She wonders how Carter feels and if he has any regrets. He’s surprised that Brooke is asking this. She points out that the Forresters thought of him as family and reminds him of how Eric and Stephanie built the company. Carter says that he has no regrets. Forrester is doing well; Carter blames Steffy’s vendetta against the Logans, and Ridge’s short-sightedness. Brooke points out that he and Hope instituted a coup at the company. She wonders if she sacrificed too much. He knows that she means Ridge. She’s grateful that she was appointed CEO but wonders if Carter doesn’t feel that their actions are wrong.

 

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Interview with Miriam Shor, Josh Stamberg and Jacqueline Christy

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Interview with Josh Stamberg, Jacqueline Christy and Miriam Shor of the movie “Magic Hour” by Suzanne 2/5/25

This is a very entertaining and interesting film, especially for women, or for anyone who wants to make movies. It’s premiering today at the Santa Barbara Film Festival and will also show there tomorrow. I really enjoyed speaking to the writer/director/producer, who seems very down-to-earth, and the film’s main star, Miriam Shor, as well as the actor who plays her husband, Josh Stamberg.  We had a couple of great chats.  I hope that they will make the movie available outside of the film festival at this point, so you can all see it!

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MAGIC HOUR

Red Carpet Premiere Video

Santa Barbara Film Festival 2025 | World Premiere

WRITTEN & DIRECTED BY
Jacqueline Christy
PRODUCED BY
Eva Minemar, Jacqueline Christy
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
José Rivera
STARRING

Miriam Shor, Cameron Morton, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Josh Stamberg

FESTIVAL SCREENINGS

Public 1 (Premiere) Screening – Wednesday, February 5 at 5:00pm PST at Film Center Auditorium #1
Public 2 Screening – Thursday, February 6 at 8:20am PST at Film Center Auditorium #2

RUN TIME
94 minutes

SYNOPSIS

Harriet, a once-promising filmmaker, is stuck in the suburbs of New Jersey. Alienated from her cheating
husband and spurned by her teenage daughter, she secretly enrolls in film school. She leads a double life
and loves the grueling yet exhilarating world of student filmmaking. But, when she gets fired off her own
film and found out by her daughter, Harriet must decide if her life’s ambition is pure folly or a dream
worth saving.

DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT

Six years ago, at the age of not-22, I decided to go to film school – and this movie is what happened.
OK, Magic Hour is not precisely what happened. The film is a highly fictionalized account of what
happens when, after many years of procrastination and self-recrimination, one puts their dream to the
test. The adventures and self-reckoning I experienced going back to film school with classmates half my
age are at the root of my inspiration for Magic Hour. Beginning again is exciting but humbling, and no
reality can live up to the imagined perfection of a dream. Ultimately, I found the beautiful, supportive
film tribe I had hoped for, and in this film, I attempt to depict all of that with love (and gentle satire).
When I had my first few brushes with the professional filmmaking world, I pined (as the protagonist
Harriet does) for the love-fest of film school. On professional film sets, I witnessed forms of bullying and
misogyny that I had seen in the corporate world, but I had found blissfully absent at film school. I knew it
was possible – and better – to create films without that bullying culture. Magic Hour posits a world in
which kindness rules the day, “even in the goddamned film business.”
While Harriet’s estranged husband, her boss, her cinematographer, and the rival Lacrosse coach all
believe they live in a “dog-eat-dog” world in which kindness equals weakness. Harriet challenges that
idea with leadership that is fuelled by creativity and collaboration.
This movie is for timid, neurotic people with a huge dream that they are absolutely certain they can
never achieve. I hope my audience will see themselves in the hopeful and hapless lead character, and
feel the excitement of their own untested dreams; the lure of unknown adventure and the endless
potential within them. I’d love the audience to leave the theater awake and glowing with a reignited
connection to their own powerful destiny.
The magic hour is a time of transition. The beloved beauty of “magic hour” light comes from this
transition into the mysterious unknowability of what might come next.

—Jacqueline Christy

ABOUT THE CAST
MIRIAM SHOR | “Harriet”, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Miriam Ruth Shor is an American actress. She gained prominence for her performance in the
Off-Broadway rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch (1998–2000) and in the 2001 film adaptation of
the same name. She later starred in a number of short-lived television series, including Swingtown
(2008) and GCB (2012). From 2015 to 2021, Shor starred as Diana Trout in the TV Land/Paramount+ comedy-drama series Younger for which she received Critics’ Choice Awards nomination for Best
Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Shor played Madelaine True in the Encores! production of The
Wild Party at the New York City Center in 2015 alongside Younger co-star Sutton Foster. She has
appeared in the films Bedazzled (2000), The Cake Eaters (2007), Lost Girls (2020), Maestro (2023) and
American Fiction (2023). She is directing the upcoming documentary film, My NDA. Shor plays the
starring role of Harriet in the upcoming feature film Magic Hour which will premiere at the Santa Barbara
International Film Festival February, 2025.

JOSH STAMBERG | “Bob”
Josh Stamberg works steadily in television, film, and theatre. He can currently be seen in BASED ON A
TRUE STORY and TED on Peacock, and opposite Claire Danes in the FX limited series FLEISHMAN IS IN
TROUBLE. He also recently appeared in the HBO series THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE, as well as the
Marvel/Disney+ series WANDAVISION opposite Elizabeth Olsen. Other recent credits include the
Showtime Roger Ailes series THE LOUDEST VOICE, THE AFFAIR, NASHVILLE, PARENTHOOD, and
DISTRACTED, a play in which he starred opposite Cynthia Nixon at Roundabout Theatre Company. Last
year he also starred in EXCLUSION at Arena Stage, directed by Trip Cullman.

Stamberg will next be seen in the films MAGIC HOUR and ISAAC, which he also produced. He also
recently joined the cast of the Paramount+ limited series JONBENET RAMSEY. He works frequently with
LA Theaterworks and the Ojai Playwrights Conference, and lives in Los Angeles.

ABOUT THE FILMMAKERS

JACQUELINE CHRISTY | DIRECTOR, WRITER
Jacqueline Christy is a writer, director, and founder of Access Theater. She received her MFA from the
NYU Graduate Film Program at Tisch and received grants from the NYC Women’s Fund, the NY State
Council on the Arts, the Hollywood Foreign Press grant, and the Sloan Foundation.
Through Access Theater’s 33-year history, she has produced hundreds of plays, including The Killing Act
starring Peter Dinklage, written and directed by Tom McCarthy; Aasif Mandvi’s Sakina’s Restaurant;
Stephen Belber’s Tape; and Bedlam’s acclaimed production of Saint Joan.
She was Assistant Director of the feature films Radium Girls and Equity and the short film Jungle, which
premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. She was Assistant Director of the short film Fry Day, which
premiered at SXSW.
Her directorial film work includes short films Rehearsal (Austin Film Festival), Other People (St Louis
International Film Festival), and The Dependents (LA Shorts International Film Festival). Christy was
recently selected by SHOOT magazine for their New Directors Showcase.
Magic Hour, starring Miriam Shor, Sendhil Ramamurthy, and Austin Pendleton, is her feature debut.
EVA MINEMAR | PRODUCER
Eva Minemar is an award-winning producer of over 50 plays, one-woman shows, branded content, TV,
and film. She is a member of the Actors Studio Director’s Unit and has also conceived and directed the
touring women’s theatre staple, ‘Angry Jello Bubbles’, which was performed at the United Nations for
International Women’s Day. Eva is also the Co-founder and Artistic Director of both the LA LUPA Italian
Cultural Arts Festival (LA LUPA FEST), and served as the Artistic Director of The Piano Store Theatre in
NYC. She is a producer of the upcoming feature film Magic Hour, starring Miriam Shor, Sendhil
Ramamurthy and Austin Pendleton. In her work, she continues to fulfill her lifelong desire to provide
opportunities and support for women in the theatrical arts, giving women writers a voice and the
opportunity to have their work performed worldwide, without the pressure of commercial concerns.
JOSÉ RIVERA | EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
José Rivera is a playwright, screenwriter, and director. His screenplay The Motorcycle Diaries was
nominated for 2005 Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar—making him the first Puerto Rican writer ever
nominated for an Academy Award—as well as a BAFTA and Writers Guild Award and received top
screenwriting awards in Argentina and Spain. He has written 18 episodes of the acclaimed Netflix series
based on One Hundred Years of Solitude. Other films include On the Road, Trade and The 33. Rivera
co-created and produced Eerie, Indiana, (NBC) and was a consultant and staff writer on Penny Dreadful:
City of Angels (Showtime). Rivera wrote and directed the short films The Fall of a Sparrow and The Civet.
He is the recipient of two Obie Awards for Marisol and References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot. His
other plays include Cloud Tectonics, Boleros for the Disenchanted, Massacre (Sing to Your Children),

Another Word for Beauty, Sueño, The Untranslatable Secrets of Nikki Corona, Sonnets for an Old Century,
School of the America, Brainpeople, Adoration of the Old Woman, The Maids, The Kiss of the
Spiderwoman (Menier Chocolate Factory, London); Each Day Dies with Sleep, Lovesong (Imperfect) and
The Street of the Sun . He has served on the boards of TCG and the Sundance Institute and was a Creative
Advisor at Sundance Screenwriting Labs in Utah, Jordan and India.
MIRIAM SHOR | “Harriet”, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
See bio above.
JONATHAN GRAY | CONSULTING PRODUCER
Jonathan Gray is highly regarded in the independent film community as an attorney, producer, and
advisor to filmmakers, producers, financiers, and distributors. He has acted as production counsel on
noted documentary films including One Child Nation (2019 Sundance Documentary Grand Jury Prize);
American Factory (2019 Sundance Documentary Directing Award); and Life, Animated (2016 Sundance
Documentary Directing Award; 2017 Academy Award Nomination for Best Documentary Feature); as
well as seminal independent narrative films such as The Station Agent, Black Swan, and Precious,
providing filmmakers with legal and creative consultation from acquisition of rights through delivery to
the distributors. His producing credits include Blue Caprice (2013 Sundance); Words with Gods (2014
Venice International Film Festival); Nightingale (HBO – 2015 Primetime Emmy Nomination for
Outstanding Television Movie); and Dark Night (2016 Sundance). A former adjunct professor at Columbia
University School of the Arts, Gray earned his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law.
NANCY COLLET | ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Nancy Collet is a seasoned entertainment professional with over three decades of experience in the film
industry. Her career is marked by significant contributions to film programming, festival management,
and strategic consulting.
As Director of Programming at AFI FEST for 10 years, Collet played a pivotal role in the festival’s growth
and international recognition. During her tenure, she secured premieres of numerous Academy
Award-winning films, including Life Is Beautiful, Monster, The Lives of Others, and Pan’s Labyrinth,
solidifying its status as a world-renowned event, and curated a diverse selection of critically acclaimed
films, such as Hotel Rwanda, Talk to Her, and City of God.
Following her success at AFI FEST, Collet founded Cinema Collet, a strategic consulting firm. Her client
portfolio includes major film festivals like the Toronto International Film Festival, educational institutions
such as NYU, cultural organizations like The French Consulate, distribution companies and independent
filmmakers seeking festival guidance.
Collet’s expertise is widely recognized in the film community, evidenced by her roles as a juror,
moderator, and panelist for international film festivals and events. Collet’s career is characterized by her
ability to identify and promote groundbreaking cinema, foster industry relationships, and elevate the

profile of film festivals and organizations. Her work continues to shape the landscape of independent
and international film, supporting emerging talents and established filmmakers alike.
LASSE ULVEDAL TOLBØLL | DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Lasse Tolbøll is an Oscar-nominated director of photography from Odder, Denmark. He was the
cinematographer for Knight of Fortune, which was nominated for Best Live Action Short Film at the 2024
Academy Awards. Lasse shot seven features including Alendre Rockwell’s Sweet Thing which won the
Crystal Bear at Berlin. Lasse’s work has been recognized at film festivals across the world, including the
British Film Awards, Asian Cinematography Awards, and Seattle International Film Festival among others.
Short films Under the Heavens and Pale Saint each won the award for best cinematography at the
HollyShorts film festival in 2021 and 2020 respectively. Lasse completed the graduate film program at the
NYU Tisch School of the Arts and became an HBO-sponsored BAFTA Scholar. Lasse was the 2018 recipient
of the ARRI Volker Bahnemann Award for outstanding cinematography.
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CARLA PATULLO | MUSIC COMPOSER
Carla Patullo is a GRAMMY®-Winning artist who works as a film score composer, solo artist, songwriter,
and multi-instrumentalist. Following a near-death experience, Carla recorded So She Howls, a
self-produced and self-released album that is both cathartic and cinematic. In 2024, So She Howls won
the GRAMMY® Award for “Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album.”
Carla is a lifelong musician who earned a bachelor’s degree in songwriting and a master’s of film music
from Berklee College of Music. Some of Carla’s recent film scores include the feature film Bitterroot,
which had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2024; the Disney+ film Maxine, starring
Margaret Cho; Everybody Dies . . . Sometimes, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival; Magic Hour,
an upcoming dramedy starring Miriam Shor; My Name Is Maria De Jesus, an HBO Latino film; Porno,
Fangoria’s recent SXSW hit; and the IDA shortlisted documentary Lotte that Silhouette Girl.
She is a Sundance Film Music and Sound Design Lab alumna, and four-time Hollywood Music in Media
Award Nominee. This past year, because of Carla’s work related to animation pioneer Lotte Reiniger, two
of Carla’s film scores were presented at The Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences Museum. She is
also a prolific songwriter, having written over 100 songs with placements on film and TV shows, such as
the Sundance award-winning film Spa Night, Teen Titans Go (Cartoon Network), The Ellen DeGeneres
Show, Skins (UK), Sabrina the Teenage Witch, L.A. A Queer History (PBS), and many more.
LEW GOLDSTEIN | SOUND DESIGNER
Lew Goldstein is a 3-time Emmy nominated sound editor and re-recording mixer. Lew has over 100 film
credits and a career that spans over 30 years. Some of his recent work includes Mean Girls, In the
Heights, Black Bear, Hereditary, and The Greatest Showman. Lew was Emmy-nominated for Outstanding
Sound Mixing For a Variety Series or Special in 2021, Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy or Drama
Series (Half-Hour) And Animation in 2019, and Outstanding Sound Editing For A Comedy Or Drama Series
(Half-Hour) And Animation in 2019 for Last Week Tonight With John Oliver and Russian Doll respectively.
ELIE AKOKA | COLORIST

Elie Akoka made his debut as a colorist in 2009 with Nader T. Homayoun’s Tehroun (International Critics
week award in VENICE). He has gone on to work with Abdellatif Kechiche on the Palme D’Or winning
Blue is the Warmest Color, Gaspar Noe (Love), Pablo Larrain, Claire Denis (High Life). Elie loves to work
with directors from around the world, among them Lui Bingjian’s (The Back- China) Jen Lien (Sons of
Norway- Norway), Brillante Mendoza-Captive (Philippines). Elie’s work runs the gamut from big budget
US films like Immortals to independent films such as Give Me Liberty, Dark Night, Sollers Point,
Meditarenea, A Ciambra, A Chiara, and Bonne Mere. Recently, he worked as the colorist on Sukkwan
Island, which had its premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.

CREDITS
Production – DGA
Unit Production Manager Dolores Diaz
First Assistant Director Jacqueline Dow
First Assistant Director Natalia Shaufert
First Assistant Director Joseph Sackett
Second Assistant Director Gabrielle Rice

Cast
HARRIET Miriam Shor
EMMA Cameron Morton
HANK Sendhil Ramamurthy
BOB Josh Stamberg
BEATRICE Anna Suzuki
FELICITY Delissa Reynolds
JOSEPH Austin Pendleton
TED Michael Panes
BILL John Harrington Bland
MICHAEL Patrick Breen
TRISH Joy Suprano

KLAUS Richard Lowenburg
MOTH GUY Louis Mustillo
MOMMOM Renee Taylor
PROFESSOR WOODS Alastair Boag
ANNA Morgan Wolk
YOUNG BOSS Adit Dileep
MONICA Nadia Dajani
JAYDEN Josh Salt
ALISON Danielle Davenport
TOMMY Gilles Geary
MARGARET Jane Elias
PROFESSOR JAMES Asa James
PROFESSOR MILES Amy Staats
JUSTIN Sam Gilroy
TOUGH COACH Jason Nuzzo
STUDIO FRONT DESK GUARD Patrick McGuinness
MADELINE Jenson Smith
MADELINE (VOICE IN FRENCH) Cristina Spina
SOUND MIXER Jasir Romero
ANDY Adam Bryant
KEVIN Marlon Quijije
VANNA Vanna Pilgrim
JAMIE Brough Hansen
JAMIE (VOICE IN FRENCH) James Christy
CHARLES DEREK HANDEL Derek Ragin
LAURA ING Ivana Sabar
STREET CREW PA Elliot White
CHILD BOB Jacob Morrell
CHILD HARRIET Avery Emerson
CHILD BULLY Giuseppe Virzi
AIRBNB HOST Walid Chaya
LACROSSE AMY Amanda Jane Stern
STREET CREW CINEMATOGRAPHER Ariel Dreicer
STREET CREW DIRECTOR Jacqueline Christy
SUPPORTIVE 1950S ACTRESS Nancy Pop

NERVOUS 1950s ACTRESS Alina Mihailevschi
GEORGE Ed Witt
KIND FELLOWSHIP PANELIST Mizuo Peck
AMANDA Jan Jalenak
FELLOWSHIP PANELIST Cristina Spina
SMILING LACROSSE PLAYER Celia Cumiskey
FRANCOIS EVENT BICKERING WOMAN Francine Christy
VOICE OF FRANCOIS GUEST Christine Renee Miller
MOPEY ART PA Emily Gleeson
STUDENT CAMERA ASSISTANT Lizzy Harding
STUDENT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Katherine Lane
ACTRESS IN HARRIET’S MOVIE Laura Lee
MOVER #1 Tim Brunnock
MOVER #2 Arti Finn
Mover #3 Thomas Heban
JAMES Isaiah Zeavin-Moss
Monica’s baby Ada Bland
Trish’s Baby Helena
CRYING COLLEAGUE McKenna Cox
COLLEAGUE Hannah Atkinson
WAITRESS Molly Barrett
CLERK Elizabeth Pepe
BOUNCER Gillette
FATHER ACTOR Tom Bozell
DAUGHTER ACTRESS Brinda Dixit
STUDENT PRODUCER Stella Pejo
YOUNG HARRIET Zoë Van Tieghem
LUNCH WAITRESS Liana Feliciano
RUDE COLLEAGUE Jenny Zerke
Background Actors
Harriet Lacrosse Player #2 Yulia Kez
Harriet Lacrosse Player #3 Sadie Rose Darwish
Harriet Lacrosse Player #4 Christy Hillebrecht
Harriet Lacrosse Player #5 Ero Christy
Mom in bleachers #1 Kara Smith Cumiski

Mom in bleachers #2 Julie DeVuono
Paramus Lacrosse Number 3 Cate Osborne
Paramus Lacrosse Number 7 Baldwin Classmate’s daughter
Paramus Lacrosse Number 6 Celia Cumisky
Students Josh Catubig
Natalia Shaufert

Co-Producer Laura Lee
Co-Producer John Rafanelli
Associate Producer Miriam Shor
Associate Producer Janet Antich
Associate Producer Colin Stackpole
Associate Producer Ann Clark
Associate Producer Nancy Collet
Associate Producer Jaqueline Dow
Associate Producer David Allen
In Association with Good Violet
Camera

Camera Operator Lasse Ulvedal Tolbøll, DFF
First Assistant Camera Edna L. Biesold
First Assistant Camera Kerstin Ebert
Second Assistant Camera Sehee Kim
Second Assistant Camera Skyla Page
Second Assistant Camera Lydia Marie Smith
Digital Imaging Technician Josh Catubig
Second Unit Director of Photography Joel Wolter
First Assistant Camera Aniket Desai
First Assistant Camera Alice Shcherbak

Still Photographer Dennis P. Mong Jr.
Still Photographer Coordinator Cheryl Mong
Continuity

Script Supervisor Natalia Shaufert
Secondary Script Supervisor Tuesday Blue

Production Sound
Production Sound Mixer/Boom Operator Rebecca Martos
Second Unit Production Sound
Production Sound Mixer Sam T. Wilson
Production Sound Mixer Robbie Kush

 

Art

Production Designer Lorenza Astengo Fefer
Art Director Kelvin Pater
Art Department Assistant Jessica Hudspeth
Art Department Assistant Grace Crummet
Art Department Assistant Emily Steiker
Art Department Assistant Christina Krioutchkova

Casting

Casting Associate Nicole Hoffman
Casting Associate Stephanie Percoco
Casting Associate Matt Biagini
Loop Group Casting Katie Fabel
Extras Casting
Extras Casting Coordinator Oliver Agger
Extras Casting & Lacrosse Consultant Julie Wood
Costume

Assistant Costume Designer Sadie Rose Darwish
Assistant Costume Designer Sabrina Kridler
Set Costumers Yulia Kez
Hair & Makeup

Hair & Makeup Department Head Rita Mae Sylvester
Hairstylists Christine Kennedy
Paula Salas Bloise
Gina Petruzzi
Makeup Artists Christine Kennedy
Paula Salas Bloise
Gina Petruzzi
SFX Makeup

SFX Makeup Artist Rita Mae Sylvester

Construction

Master Carpenter Greg Brown
Carpenter Jill Brown
Grip
Key Grip Gabriel Eduardo Solorzano
Key Grip Jonathan Tang
Key Grip Brandon Zheng
Key Grip Matt P. Andersen
Electric
Gaffer Ruochen Liao
Gaffer Tannie Xin Tang
Gaffer Jacob Mallin
Gaffer Anthony Saxe
Gaffer Jared Diaw
Swing Aaron Argomido
Swing Maria Nazarouk
Production

Key Production Assistant Thomas Heban
Production Assistants Sean Brogan
Production Assistants Cate Osborne
Production Assistants Phillip Pyle
Script Coordinator J.D. Stewart
Legal Counsel

Legal Services provided by Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Production Counsel Ann Brigid Clark
Production Accounting
Payroll Accountant ABS Payroll
Post Production
Post Production Production Assistant Harrison Jeffs
Post Production Intern Adriana Ellis
Post Production Intern Mati Rogers
Editorial
Editor Edward Chin
John Rafanelli
Alan Wu

Consulting Editor Lee Percy
First Assistant Editor Wadeh Arraf
Picture Finish
Colorist Elie Akoka
Sound Post
Post Production Sound Services Parabolic NY

Supervising Sound Editor/Re-Recording Mixer Lewis Goldstein
Dialogue Editor/Re-Recording Mixer Vinny Alfano
Assistant Sound Editor Julia Skubisz

Additional Post Production Sound by Gigantic Studios

Re-Recording Mixer Tom Paul
Supervising Sound Editor Andres E. Marthe Gonzalez
Dialogue Editor Peter Russell
Sound Effects Editor Ai Miyatake
Sound Effects Editor Ignacio Bonet
Additional Sound Editor Julie Hu
ADR Mixer Greg Crawford
ADR Mixer Nathan Hasz

ADR Supervisor Tristan Baylis
ADR Recorded at Gigantic Studios
ADR Supervisor Greg Crawford
ADR Recorded at Smart Post Atlanta

ADR Supervisor Carla Patullo
ADR Recorded at The Soundry
Loop Group
Loop Group Coordinator Katie Fabel
Loop Group Sebastian Beacon

Loop Group Jeffrey Auer
Loop Group Carol Todd
Loop Group Kimberly Yates
Original Score
Music by Carla Patullo
Original Score Production
Orchestra Recorded at The Soundry
Original Score Performers
Musicians Patti Kilroy
Lisa Liu
Drew A. Forde
Ro Rowan
VFX Management
Visual Effects Consulting Artist Colin Stackpole
Visual Effects Supervisor Jo Shaffer
Compositor Adam DeSantes
Titles
Title Design Janet Antich
Title Producer John Rafanelli

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Transportation
Transportation Coordinator Tony Lepore
Choreography
Choreography Lisa Schwartz

Catering
Catering provided by EatLikePaul
Head Chef Paul Cavalcante
EPK

EPK Producer Natalia Shaufert

Safety

COVID Compliance Officer Arielle Dreicer

The Producers Wish to Thank Kaufman Astoria Studios

New York University Graduate Film Program
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Financial Solutions Partners
Anthology Film Archives
DVDepot
Dee’s Restaurant
Eastern District Camera

Special Thanks Noelie Hillebrecht
Christopher Hillebrecht
James & Francine Christy
Jim Christy
Erica Freed Marker
Alex Steyermark
Andy Hafitz
Barbara Ghammashi
Ashley Alexander
Ellen McGinnis
Rachel Gordon
Gail Segal
Jatin Dasgupta
Jerry Reen
Jessica Boucher
Joel Figueroa
John Sloss
Jonathan Gray
Hilary Stabb
Joshua Foster
David F. Schwartz
Stephen Guirgis
Julie Rottenberg
Kate Stahl
Kevin Wilson
Lawrence Mattis

Spike Lee
Maddy Seidman
Mandy Ward
Tom Mangan
Matthew Tynan
Michael Hillebrecht
Michael Hollinger
Michael Taylor
Nancy Collet
Natalia Kaniasty
Natalia Shaufert
Natalie Eakin
Neil Cuthbert
Nic Ratner
Noelie Hillebrecht
Nyssa Couto
Oliver Agger
Pam Katz
Patricia Gibson
Peter Mossel
Peter Newman
Peter Saraf
Ralph McAvoy
Rashaad Ernesto Green
Rebecca Ellsworth
RJ Coleman
Roderick Richardson
Sadie Rose Darwish
Sara Koviak
Shilpa Bisaria
Stefon Bristol
Tom Hillebrecht
Tom Mangan
Tom McCarthy

Tommaso Fiacchino
Wendy Lobel
Yulia Kez
Mac Concannon
Rachel Gordon
Rachel Hannah Kahan
Codie Lagotte
Plymouth Rock Foundation
Grace Richardson Trust Foundation
Hollywood Foreign Press Association
Good Violet

NYU Grad Film Faculty
Alex Rockwell
Alicia Edwards
Amy Fox
Andrew MacLean
Anthony Jannelli
Barbara Schock
Billy Kent
Carol Dysinger
Colin Brown
Dean Allyson Green
Erica Freed Marker
Ezra Sacks
Gail Segal
Gigi DeMent
Ian Harnarine
Jeff Stolow
Jenn Ruff
Jess dela Merced
John Tintori
Jon Shear

Julia Solomonoff
Karen Kasi Lemmons
Ken Friedman
Lara Shapiro
Lauren Zalaznick
Lisa Millinazzo
Michael Burke
Mick Casale
Peter Schneider
Rosalind Lichter
Rosanne Limoncelli
Sandi Sissel
Sheril Antonio
Spike Lee
Stacie Passon
Tom Mangan

Seed & Spark Supporters
Aisha Sultan
Alik Barsoumian
Alle Hsu
Alli Trussell
Amanda Bullis
Amanda Khoury
Amy Staats
Angela Dohrmann
Ashley Michel Hoban
Aude Cuenod
Berenice Odriozola
Beth Bostwick Ortolano
Bethany Geraghty
Bill Schaumberg
Bob Jaffe

Bonny Chan
Bradley Bixler
Brian Fithian
Caleb b. Kuntz
Celeste Holben
Celia Peters
Chanel James
Cheryl Furjanic
Christina Raia
Christine Bruno
Clarence Deng
Dale DeLetis
David Zax
Devon Padley
Dominic Comperatore
Dominik Waldst√§tten
Ed Herbstman
Elizabeth Donnelly
Ellen Daschbach
Ellen McGinnis
Emily Cohn
Eric Finkelstein
Eve M Cohen
Francine Christy
George Larkin
Gerry Maravilla
Ginny Mohler
Grace Merriman
Grainne Coen
Hannah Leshaw
Heather Robinson
Isabelle Granahan-Field
Jacqueline Brogan
James Christy

Jamie Dack
Jan Jalenak
Jane Elias
Janet Harvey
Jean Marie McKee
Jenny Wang
Jessica Boucher
Jim Christy
Jisun Jamie Lee
John Bland
John Daschbach
John Granahan
John Overbeck
Jon Levenson
Jon Shear
Jono Chanin
Joseph F. Leonardo
Joshua Stamberg
Kara Cumiskey
Kate Harvie
Kathy Granahan
Katy-May Hudson
Keith Edward Szarabajka
Kelsey Hillerud
Kevin Vu
Laura Granahan
Laura Lee
Laura Moss
Lisanne Sartor
Liz Warner
Logan Roberts
Lou Liberatore
Lydia Chammas
Major Dorfman

Marc Etienne
Margherita Arco
Maria Altamirano
MaryClare McHugh
Max Rissman
Merdyce McClaran
Michele Caterina
Michele Remsen
Michelle Donnelly
Mykee Steen
Nagham Osman
Neil Cuthbert
Nicole Gabriella Scipione
Noelie Hillebrecht
Patricia Gibson
Peter Haig
Rachel Lynn Jackson
Ralph Lewis
Randall McNeal
Rita Scordamalgia
Rob Neill
Rosanne Limoncelli
Sally Brooks
Sarabeth Boak
Shanna Riker
Sheila Mccullough
Stacy Salvette
Stephanie Donnelly
Susan Busa
Tawny Sorensen
Tessa Keimes-Kim
Tom Devaney
Tom Hillebrecht
Tom OBrien

Tony Mendoza
Vanessa Bretas
Wayne Wilderson
Wendy Concannon
Woonjae Park

Access Theater Writers Group
Abigail Deser
Adit Dileep
Amy Staats
Arya Kashyap
Asa James
Ava Paloma
Chris Ryan
Christine Renee Miller
Cristina Spina
David Blasher
Elizabeth Gonzalez James
Hieu Bui
Jacqueline Brogan
James Christy Jr.
Jan Jalenak
Jane Elias
John Bland
Katie Fabel
Laura Lee
Laura Moss
Matt Biagini
Michele Remsen
Patrick Breen
PJ Sosko
Reginald Lochard
Rob Walsh

Siobhan Brown
Stephanie Anuwe
Tessa Borbridge
Tori Ernst

Jose Rivera’s Writing Group
Naked Angels Tuesdays @9
Jean Marie McKee
Rachel Casparian
Take Action Workshop
Jon Shear

NYU Grad Film Classmates
Adel Morales
Alik Barsoumian
Asantewaa Prempeh
Ashish Ravinran
Bradley Bixler
Brittany Fennell
Cenk Erturk
Charles A Childers
Chelsea Grayson
Elizabeth Nichols
Ella Bishop
Emily Cheeger
Emily Nan Iason
Eric Cohen
Eric Hsiao
Erin Vassilopoulos
FaradayOkoro
Felipe Prado
Jacqueline Dow
James K Ferguson
Jono Chanin
Joseph T Street

Lara Sfire
Laura E Valladao
Laura Valladao
Lucia Vidigal de andrade reis
Lucien Jacob Follini Press
Luiza Parvu
Lydia chammas
Martín Blaquier
Matias Maumus
Mia Cioffi Henry
Natalia Kaniasty
Ogheneochuko Esiri
Onthatille Peele
Oscar A Sharp
Pau Suris
Rajat Sharma
Rezwan Shahriar Sumit
Shan Jin
Stephanie Donnelly
Woonjae Park
Xinzheng Wang

With support from: The NYC Women’s
Fund for Media, Music and Theatre by theCity of
New York Mayor’s Office of Media and
Entertainment in association with The New York
Foundation for theArts
Magic Hour is made possible by the New York
State Council on the Arts with the support of the
Office of the Governor and the New York State
Legislature

Fiscal Sponsorship Provided by: New York Foundation for the Arts

Women Make Movies
Pitcher Productions

Artwork courtesy of Janet Antich

Joe Walsh
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Camera and Lenses Provided by ARRI
Grip & Lighting Equipment Provided by New York University
Grip & Lighting Equipment Provided by Kaufman Astoria Stages
Insurance Provided by Fractured Atlas Insurance Program
Digital Cinema Mastering by Elie Akoka
Sound Stages provided by Kaufman Astoria Stages

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense music]


So what did Abe say?

He said no one’s getting killed, and he thinks that Leo just went rogue.

Well, it sounds like Leo.

Yeah, and Abe said he was going to get to the bottom of it. [sighs]

Sweetness, are you OK?

I just feel kind of– I don’t know. I–

Oh, baby. Hey. Oh.

So you want to be with me? You really mean that?

[sighs] Of course I do. [soft music]


Alex, what’s wrong? Alex. Alex. Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God!

I–I don’t understand why they would do this. They have to know that killing off Seth is a huge mistake. He’s the one who gave us permission to shoot at the hospital. If he revokes that, we’re–we’re screwed.

You’re right.

[sighs] I’m going to call Leo right now. [eerie music]


[groans]

Johnny!

So what is this, some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

The evil SOB who sent those poisoned cupcakes and the text to Bonnie sending her to the elevator– the person who has been targeting the cast and crew of this show since you put a curse on it.

Oh, yeah, I guess that’s possible. But attempted murder– I mean, that’s no small potatoes. And I know they were killing me off on the show, but at least I wasn’t going to die in real life, you know? [tense music] Although I’m feeling a little unsteady. Whew.

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

Mm. I just–[sighs] [grunting] [tense music]


Oh, my God. I think I know who’s doing this.


The cupcakes, Bonnie’s accident. I should have realized this sooner. I should have known it was you.

Hello, Abe. What took you so long?


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You’ve got to be kidding me. Oh, do they think they can pull this crap on Seth Burns and get away with it?

Everything OK, Seth?

Far from it. Dr. Kiriakis, I have been– oh, damn. I am so angry I can’t even get the words out.

Take your time.

I, in the most insulting and outrageous way possible, have been fired.

From the hospital?

No. Worse. From “Body & Soul.” They’re killing me off.

Oh. Oh, wow. Yeah, I’m sorry. I know how much you like being on that show.

And I was doing a great job. I mean, everyone tells me I could have a future as an actor. That’s how– [grumbles] convincing I was. Just this evening, the director tells me, no one could bring Dr. Blake Lamoray to life like I do. Did you see last Wednesday’s episode? OK, I got a lot to say in that one, and I didn’t flub a single line.

I–I did not see it, but I’m sure that you were very convincing, like you said.

And you know how I started? As an under five. Yeah, that meaning that I had fewer than five lines an episode. But I so impressed the powers that be that they almost immediately upgraded me to a day player, meaning I have a major role. I’m on my way to being a leading man. And now this.

It is–it’s so unfair.

It’s more than unfair. It’s outrageous. They’re not going to get away with it.

Who is they?

Abe Carver, Kate Brady, and Leo Stark, the hack that wrote this drivel. I mean, have they forgotten that the only reason they’re allowed to shoot in this hospital is because I signed off on it?

Yeah, that was–it was very gracious of you.

No, it certainly was, especially because I knew the risk involved. But, see, I agreed to it for the love of the craft. And this is the thanks they gave me.

Yeah. Well, I wouldn’t take it too personal. I mean, I don’t know much about soap operas, but they– they kill off the characters pretty regularly, don’t they?

Not when you are as popular as I know I am. My mother told me that the only reason that her friends still watch it is when I’m on it. And if those tasteless producers were going to get rid of me, the least they could do was come up with a more memorable way to do it, like Blake goes over a waterfall atop Pinetano Mountain or his jet ski blows up on Lake Pineview.

How are they going to do it?

Oh, it’s so humiliating, I don’t even want to tell you.

Oh, yeah. Well, I get that. I totally understand. And I’m–I’m so sorry again. So I’ll just–

No, it’s OK. It’s fine. I’m going to tell you. Dr. Blake Lamoray, chief of staff of Pineview Hospital, succumbs to carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty space heater. Have you ever heard anything more banal, more–more unrealistic? I mean, the guy’s not an idiot, right? So why would he be so damn careless?

I mean, actually, it’s not that unrealistic. I mean, people do die that way, sadly. Nurse King’s husband– it happened to him.

[sighs]

So nice of you to visit, Abe. What took you so long?

This is not a social visit, Whitley.

Oh, dear. You sound upset.

You’re damn right I’m upset. You’ve been attacking the men and women who work on “Body & Soul.”

Guilty as charged. How did you figure it out?

Kayla Johnson wanted to know why we were killing off Kassandra.

Ah, she got the latest script.

In which Charlemagne’s cat steps on a gun and it goes off, shooting Kassandra through the heart.

Sasquatch.

I beg your pardon?

Oh, that’s the name of the kitty in the script– Sasquatch. Oh, but back to you figuring out all the details.

Yeah. Well, I remembered how much you love your cats and “Body &” Soul. So then it suddenly hit me. It had to be you.

Oh. [laughs] That’s one of my favorite songs. Oh. Well, anyway, I guess you found me out. You’re right. I did it. And you know what, Abe? I’d do it again.

I don’t get it. How could you do this to the cast and crew of a show you claim you love?

I do love “Body & Soul.” I do with all of my heart. But that show that you’re producing– well, that’s not my “Body & Soul.”

What the hell are you talking about?

You ruined it, Abraham Carver. You and all those people who brought that back. So I had to make you and everyone who’s helped you pay for what you’ve done. [tense music]

Oh, I remember Whitley King. She held Abe Carver hostage in her apartment for months.

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, what she did to Abe was horrible, but she wasn’t in her right mind. She had–she’d suffered a psychotic break after, you know, what happened to her. Her husband died tragically from carbon monoxide poisoning, and so did all her cats.

So I’m supposed to die like a bunch of cats?

Well, it was her husband, like I said– a human being.

Well, still and all, it’s hardly dramatic. They probably won’t even cover it in the soap press.

Well, you could ask Leo Stark. I mean, I bet he could jazz it up a bit.

Oh, I plan to. But I’m going to tell you this. When it comes time for me to kick the bucket for real, it won’t be lame and pathetic like in that script. Mm-mm, no, ma’am. It’s going to take more than a little bit of poison to take out Seth Burns. [coughs] [grunts] [tense music] [grunts]

Seth? Seth, is everything OK?

[groans]

Sweetness, sweetness. Hey, hey, Kayla? Kayla, I need you to open your eyes. [tense music]


Barely breathing. Need some help. [phone beeping] Yeah, listen, my wife just collapsed. She’s not responding. Hurry!

Alex. Alex, wake up.

Steph, what’s going on?

There you are.

Where was I?

You passed out.

I don’t feel good.

Oh, yeah, you got a fever. We need to get you to the hospital right now. [phone beeping] Yes, this is– what the hell? They put me on hold.

Johnny. Johnny. Johnny, talk to me.

(WHISPERING) What happened?

I don’t know. You were just–you collapsed, and then you passed out.

Help me up?

Yeah.

[grunts]

You good? How are you feeling?

Uh–out of it, dizzy, nauseous.

OK, you know what? I’m going to call for help. [phone beeping] Hello? Hi. I’m calling from the DiMera estate, and I’m going to need an ambulance here right away. I’m sorry. What do you mean, it’s going to be a while? My husband just fainted dead away– you know what?

What’s wrong?

I don’t know. They’re saying– I don’t know, something must be going on because they’re overwhelmed with calls, and they want us to wait, but to hell with that. Come on. Come on, get up. Take my arm. You can just–

[grunts]

–lean on me, OK? All right. We’re just going to walk.

Where?

I am taking you to the hospital my damn self. Come on.

Hattie? Girl, do not mess with me. I still have PTSD from finding Sonny with that steak knife in his back. Get up. Please get up? [tense music] Oh, God. [sighs] She doesn’t have a pulse. Ah. Ah. She isn’t breathing. Oh, my God. Hattie! Ah. Ah. Oh, Hattie. Oh. Hattie–


You were so funny. And you were such a gre– well, no, you weren’t a great actress, but you weren’t bad. Hammy, but you never phoned it in. And yes, you could be such a diva, but you made it worthwhile because you had such spunk, such a joie de vivre. I’ll never forget watching “Drag Race” with you, eating those revoltingly salty pork rinds. Oh, did they bloat you. God, did they bloat you. And now, you’re gone. Oh, Hattie, I’m going to miss you so much. [sighs]

What a cruel, cruel twist of fate. The irony is positively Shakespearean. You were so upset thinking you were going to die on the show, which you were not, that you actually died. I wouldn’t kill off Charlemagne, not after just writing her back in. I hope you believe that. Why did you have to come in here so angry like that? You probably stroked out from all that adrenaline. Well, either that or all that sodium and cholesterol finally caught up with you. The LDL. Or is it the HDL? I can never remember. But you did not deserve this. Yes, you could be incredibly annoying and a total diva, as I already mentioned. But you were an incredible person, kind of like a crass, bizarro version of Marlena. I absolutely adored spending time with you, laughing, talking. It was an absolute honor to call you a friend. You were so full of life. How could you be dead?

Will you stop your blubbering?

Hattie! Oh, thank God! You’re alive! [sighs]

They said it could be a while for the ambulance. For some reason, they’re really backed up tonight. So looks like I’m going to have to take care of you myself. But it’s OK. The dispatcher gave me excellent instructions on what to do until they get here. First and foremost, we need to get your fever down.

[coughs]

Oh, are you thirsty?

[clears throat]

Yeah, um–ice water.

[coughs] Thank you, Steph. I honestly don’t know what the hell I would have done without you. [clears throat]

Help is going to be here soon. Let’s just get back to cooling you down.

OK. [sighs] [somber music]


Sarah, thank God.

What is it? What’s wrong?

I just brought Kayla into the ER. They told me I could find you up here.

What happened?

I don’t know. She got her first script for “Body & Soul.” We were running the lines, and she just– she collapsed.

That’s strange. Seth Burns was reading his script when he collapsed.

What? When?

Just a few minutes ago. I was standing right here with him when it happened. They’re treating him now.

How’s he doing?

He’s conscious, but he’s weak. He’s–he’s lightheaded. He’s nauseous. He’s got a really high fever.

Heart racing?

That, too.

That sounds exactly like Kayla. So these symptoms– what do they tell you?

Well, I can’t say for sure, but I think someone may have poisoned them. [somber music]

[sighs] You did this because we took the show in a new direction?

A new direction? A new direction? Is that what you call making a complete mockery of my favorite show? The plot lines are abysmal. The sets are trash. The recasts are a joke. I thought sending my cupcakes would get the message across.

So you poisoned me and half the cast and crew to make a point?

Which is that your reboot is a complete failure. And I needed you to see the error of your ways before “Body & Soul” was damaged beyond repair, even if that meant making sweeping changes to your cast.

Sweeping changes.

I had to clean house, permanently, starting with Bonnie Kiriakis. [tense music]

Yeah, I–I understand that there are no available units. Do you understand that I am here with Charlemagne Delacroix? Huh? No, that is not a Chicago Bulls draft pick. She’s a soap opera goddess. Just–just get somebody here as soon as you can. [sighs]

Am I going to die?

You most certainly are not.

[sighs] I sure do feel like it. I feel like I’m just hot as a firecracker all over.

Well, just keep that cold compress on your képi, and think cool thoughts.

What’s the holdup?

I don’t know. Some kind of city-wide crisis. Reminds me of this time I was in South Beach, and I called a rideshare to take me to a place called Club Caliente, which was anything but. Hour later, still no ride. Turns out traffic was at a standstill because somebody’s pet spider monkey had escaped and was running wild through the streets. So I, in that Floridian humidity, a.k.a. my hair’s worst nightmare, had to walk. All of that is to say this might take a while, so we’re just going to have to do our best to keep you comfy.

Hey, Lenny.

Hmm?

Can I ask you something?

Yeah, anything.

Well, all that sweet stuff you were saying about me there– was it just because you thought I was about to meet that big network executive in the sky?

No. I meant every word, kiddo. [soft music]


I don’t get it. How–how did you go after Bonnie from in here, inside Bayview?

Invisibility has its benefits, Abe.

Invisible. But wasn’t the staff watching you around the clock?

Well, at first, they were. But now, everyone sees me as some poor, grieving woman– eccentric, but mostly harmless. And then when super fan Jason32 posted a photo of one of the actors holding her call sheet, all I had to do was zoom in and I could see when and where and what you were shooting. And then I sent that text to Bonnie Kiriakis from a burner phone.

How’d you get her number?

Hello. It’s called the dark web. [laughs] Come on. That and Soap Twitter–you can find out anything you want.

And you tried to murder Bonnie.

But I didn’t succeed, obviously. The next thing I know, Soap Hub is reporting that you’ve brought on Kayla Johnson.

It was a temporary recast.

It was a travesty. A doctor moonlighting as my Kassandra Lovegood. Oh, no. Hell, no. Kayla had to go. [somber music]

It’s OK, sweetness. Sarah’s going to figure out what’s making you so sick. Just stay with me. Stay with me, baby.

I need you to put a rush on those blood tests. The lives of our head administrator and our chief of staff depend on it. OK.

Sarah?

What happened to him?

I–I don’t know. All of a sudden, he just passed out.

OK, what was he doing right before–

The script.

“Body & Soul.” He–he had just got a script delivered, and he was reading it.

[sighs] Not another one.

Another one? What are you talking about?

I think that Johnny’s script was poisoned.

What?

Yes. We need to get him into a room. I’m going to fill you in on the way. Come on.

So you weren’t happy with Kayla, so you wrote her out of the show?

Like I said, she had to go, just like the other one.

You mean–you mean Bonnie.

She’s not Kassandra Lovegood.

I know how passionate you are about “Body & Soul,” but this– you’ve taken this way too far.

Too far? I’m fighting for my life.

What are you talking about?

“Body & Soul” is not just some TV show to me. It’s–it’s what kept me going after I lost my husband and my cats. That’s why they all had to die. [dramatic music]

So you’re saying that’s why Kassandra had to die in that script you wrote.

No. I mean, I poisoned every last one of those actors you hired. With this.

OK. Thanks for the update.

What’s the word?

They’re sending someone out shortly. How are you feeling?

Better.

Good. Yeah. Yeah, your fever’s definitely down.

Thanks to you.

You think I missed my calling, going into PR? [laughs] Could be right. Maybe I should have gone into medicine, like my mom.

No. No way.

Hey, after that amazing, heroic, life-saving care I just administered, you don’t think I’d make a good doctor?

I think you’d make a fantastic doctor. No question about it. I just don’t want you at anybody else’s bedside. [clears throat] [coughs]

OK, easy. Easy there. OK. All right. Can’t have you dying on me now, Kiriakis. Not after we finally– finally got on the same page about our future.

[sighs] You’re not getting rid of me that easy, Doc.

What is that?

Oh, it’s an experimental drug they’ve been testing here at Bayview for psychotic behavior. Oh, but it has a toxic side effect.

How did you get your hands on it?

[laughs] I’m a nurse, Abe. I know my way around a drug closet.

So you sprayed that on the script you sent to Kayla.

Oh, not just Kayla. I sprayed every script that you sent to every actor. You get a spritz, and you get a spritz, and you get a spritz. But I wore gloves so I didn’t accidentally poison myself.

So anyone that– anyone that handled one of those scripts that you sent out–

Is probably dead. And you’re next. [tense music]

Sarah. Did you figure out what Kayla and Seth Burns were poisoned with?

We think so. And more importantly, we had the antidote right here in the lab.

That’s great news.

Yeah.

So she’s going to be OK?

Yeah, as soon as this makes its way into her system, she– she should make a full recovery. [somber music]


All right. Once this makes its way through Johnny’s system, he’s going to be just fine.

[sighs] Oh, thank Lord. And thank you, too, Sarah.

You’re very welcome.

So you’re sure that he’s going to be OK.

Yeah, Johnny’s going to make a full recovery. Listen–

Yeah?

I need to go check on everyone else that was poisoned tonight and make sure that they’re being treated, OK? I’m going to come back and check on you.

OK.

OK.

Thank you so much, Sarah.

Of course.

I was so scared, Johnny. I could have lost you.

No, not a chance. I am never going to leave you, Chanel.

Yeah. Well, I’ll hold you to that.

OK.

This is a concentrated amount of the drug. As soon as it touches your skin, you’re a dead man. Just–just like my husband.

Whitley, now, you don’t want to do this.

I thought that we had a special bond. And–but after what you’ve done to “Body & Soul,” that bond is forever broken.

Whitley–

You have to die.

Please.

Oh, no, you don’t, heffa. Not on my watch!

[sighs] You know, I texted you my hunch about Whitley. I thought you–

I know. I know. I know. You thought I was going to call the police and have them meet you here, and I did. I did. But Salem is such a mess tonight, even the mayor was going to have to wait.

A lot of people in distress.

Mm-hmm, thanks to her. When that lunatic was locked up in here after kidnapping you, I thought that we were done.

Well, she wasn’t.

Ugh. And I was not about to let you face her alone, so I jumped in my car and headed straight here.

[chuckles] My precious wife.

[chuckles]

I’m so grateful to you.

Oh, and I am so grateful that you’re all right, my darling. Oh, I just pray that the rest of Whitley’s victims got help in time, too.

Whew. Wow. You know what? I–I’m already feeling better. My energy’s coming back, my appetite. Do you think Sarah would let me have a cheeseburger?

[laughs]

What? What’s wrong?

Nothing. Just looking at my husband.

I like hearing you call me that. After what I did, I– I wasn’t sure I ever would again.

[sighs] Look, Johnny, I– if I wasn’t already sure that I wanted to give our marriage another shot, almost losing you just now, it really drove it home for me. You are so important to me, Johnny. And I think that going through what we just went through and finding our way to the other side and finding our way back to each other is going to make our relationship even stronger.

I agree. And you, my beautiful wife– I– you mean everything to me. And I promise you that I’m never going to take you for granted again.

Yeah, well, that goes double for me. [laughs]

All right, you should be fine in a couple hours. But if her conditions worsen, get her to a hospital immediately.

Yes, sir. I know you’re not in the military, but what you do, saving lives– that deserves to be saluted. So I will keep an eye on Hattie, and thank you for your service. Heavens to Betsy Ross am I relieved. My favorite leading lady is going to be OK.

You better not let Bonnie hear you say that.

[laughs] Oh, Hattie, I don’t think I realized how much I adored you until I thought you were dead.

Oh, that’s all it took, huh?

I will be sure to never, ever take you for granted again. I promise.

Oh. Back at you, Lenny.

Come here. [soft music]

You should be fine in a couple hours. But if his condition worsens, get him to a hospital immediately.

Will do. Thank you so much for coming. Oh, my God. I can’t believe that someone poisoned your script.

“Body & Soul,” man, the gift that keeps on giving.

Yeah, I’ll say.

You know, now that I’m starting to come out of this fog a little bit, I did remember something.

What?

Something I was going to do before I collapsed.

Alex, you’re going to have to tell me. It’s been a whirlwind. What were you about to do? [sweet music]


I’m so grateful you’re going to be OK.

I think the antidote is working. I’m really–I’m really feeling so much better.

Good. That’s so good because I– I couldn’t imagine losing you again. I love you so much, baby. [monitor beeping]

I love you, my darling.

Yeah? What about Rhett?

[laughs] What about him?

Aren’t the two of you supposed to get hitched?

I’m already married. And quite happily, I might add.

Don’t you forget it.

Never. So am I to understand that there was poison on my script?

Looks that way.

Do you have any idea who’s behind it?

Not yet, but I can promise you this. I’m going to find out who it was, and I’m going to make them pay.

[whimpers] How could you do this to me, Henry?

Henry?

After all that we’ve been to each other, you expect me to call you Commissioner Marshall?

What is she babbling about?

Henry Marshall. He’s a character on the show.

[laughs] Should have guessed.

Poor thing.

She is definitely one sick puppy.

She has–she has no one. I want to show her some compassion.

Oh, there he is, my Abraham, with his big, forgiving heart. OK, go ahead. Do it. Just do your thing.

Whitley–

Hm?

I’m not Henry Marshall.

Oh, you expect me to believe that you’re his twin brother, William. Well, I’m not buying it.

I am sorry. I truly am.

Oh, well, [chuckles] that’s OK. You know, the heart wants what it wants. Kind of like “Body & Soul,” right? We’ll always have Pineview, though, right?

We will always have Pineview.

OK. OK. OK.

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B&B Short Recap Wednesday, February 5, 2025

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Finn confronts Poppy in his office about how she knew that Luna was his daughter and lied about it all these years. She makes excuses, but he shows her the second paternity test, proving it. She claims that she didn’t know for sure but suspected. She didn’t want to ruin his life – and his dreams of becoming a doctor. He agrees that he has a wonderful family and job, but yells in her face that she lied to him about having a daughter. Poppy is upset.

At Bill’s place, Luna sees her reflection in Will’s photo on the mantel. She starts to eat a sandwich, but then she hears Will and Electra, coming, so she hides and eavesdrops nearby. Will calls around for Bill, who’s not there. He notices that someone made a sandwich and is doing laundry, but it’s not like Bill to do those things. He wonders what Bill’s “secret project” is. He talks about what Bill went through with Luna, thinking he had a daughter, so Luna looks sad.Electra is shocked to hear that Bill had children he didn’t know about and that one of them is in prison.

Carter, Daphne, and Hope are in his office. He had been smelling fragrances on Daphne’s neck. Hope is not at all jealous or upset. Carter can’t decide on the fragrance, so Hope smells Daphne’s neck and chooses the second one, which Carter agrees with. She and Carter stand very close together, like a couple. Hope talks about when to roll out the perfume line. When Carter and Hope talk about their plans, Daphne calls Carter a “visionary.” They refer to Daphne by her nickname, “the nose of Paris. After she leaves, Carter and Hope talk about how lucky they are to have found her. They kiss, but when they hug, Carter looks doubtful. They kiss passionately, but he still has a guilty look on his face.

Steffy and Zende continue to chat in her office. He still wants to know what she has planned, to get Forrester Creations back from Carter. Steffy won’t give him the details but says that she has planned to introduce a “wrecking ball” into Hope and Carter’s relationships. Daphne arrives, so Zende flirts with her and then leaves. Daphne says that Carter and Hope are very connected. Steffy suggests that they try a different plan: to convince Carter that Hope is using him.

 

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B&B Short Recap Tuesday, February 4, 2025

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Poppy is at Il Giardino, thinking back to her telling Finn that he’s not Luna’s father. Li arrives, having been called by Poppy. Li keeps apologizing for accusing her of sleeping with her husband. Poppy looks like she feels guilty for not telling her that she slept with Finn. Instead, Poppy tells Li that Luna is missing from the prison and no one will tell her where she went. Poppy is called away by a phone call from Finn.

In his office, Finn is upset that the paternity test he took shows that he’s Luna’s father. He takes another test. Still upset, he calls Poppy. She arrives, and they argue because she insists that he not tell anyone that they slept together years ago. He shows her that he took the test. He feels betrayed because she lied to him.

Luna enjoys hanging out at Bill’s (even though she’s wearing an ankle monitor). She eats chocolates and lounges around. The flyer for Tom Starr’s concert falls out of her magazine, dampening her mood. She is still upset that he might be her father.

Steffy and Hope continue to argue about what Steffy might be up to. Zende comes in the office, so Hope praises his latest designs for Hope For The Future. Steffy agrees with her. Hope leaves. Zende and Steffy conspire. He tries to get her to tell him what plan she’s set in motion to get Forrester back from Carter and Hope, but she won’t do more than hint.

Daphne continues to flirt with Carter in his office. He seems distracted by her scent. He asks which perfume they should choose to roll out first, so she dabs a little bit of each on her neck and asks him to make the choice. He smells each one. Just then, Hope walks in, but she smiles. She’s not upset. She asks what they’re up to.

 

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft music]


[gasps] Oh!

[groans]

Honey. Well, I–I– I brought some bonbons for my– my favorite Bon– Bon Bon.

Thanks.

You–I guess you can’t eat those, can you? Gosh, I’m so sorry about that. Well, how long do you think you’ll be laid up here? I heard–heard it could be months.

[muffled] Yeah, it’s a long time.

Whatever you said, it sounds kind of bad. Uh, look, you know, Charlemagne is nothing without Kassandra. So not to make it all about me, but what do you think’s going to happen?

They recast me with Kayla.

What?

Kayla. Kayla.

Oh, Kayla. Oh, Kayla.

Mm-hmm.

Oh, I have not seen Stephanie worked up like that in a very long time.

Well, it’s not easy watching your best friend’s wedding blow up.

Well, and it’s hard on you to see Marcus’s daughter go through that.

Yeah. I just kept thinking how horrible it would have been for him to see her hauled down to the police station on those corruption allegations. It just doesn’t make any sense. The Jada I know would never be capable of doing any of those things she’s being accused of.

Agreed. So are you going to talk to Shawn and tell him about your hunch that EJ set Jada up?

No, I’m going to do some legwork first. I don’t want DiMera knowing that I’m on to him until I have something solid I could use against him.

Yeah, that’s a good idea. Ugh. Oh, what’s this?

Well, I hope Dr. “Sweetness” Johnson is up for playing these scenes as the mother-in-law from hell.

And the spoiler for Regan and Arrow.

Yeah. I’m hoping that Joy and Alex aren’t spoilers for themselves.

What do you mean?

You know what I mean. You know how messy it could get now that the two of them are sleeping together in real life?

And I thought I was feeling good before.

Before?

Didn’t you notice how mellow I was on set today?

Yeah. You were pretty chill now that I–

Yeah.

I think about it, yeah.

Well, that’s because it was actually a fun day at work for a change.

Oh.

No Chanel making me feel guilty or snarking at me about her husband.

No wonder.

But still, how I wish I never met Johnny DiMera that night at Small Bar.

Hey, there’s no way you could have known that you two would be working together.

I know, or that his wife and I would be working together, too. But still, there was something. Something told me that night it was a big mistake to hook up with him.

Yeah.

I should have listened to my gut.

Great work today, Seth. Seriously, I mean, nobody could bring Dr. Blake Lamoray to life the way you have. You’re, uh, you’re really growing into the character. Yeah. I agree. It’s not the same without Faith. I miss her too.


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Seth, I got to go. I’ll, uh–I’ll talk to you tomorrow. Chanel, hey.

Hey. Uh, this was at your front door.

Thanks. Uh, did you come by for any particular reason?

Yeah, I did. I wanted to talk to you about us.

Oh, it’s from Leo. Yikes. I think it’s my first script.

I still can’t believe I’m married to a TV star.

A very reluctant one, believe me. I just couldn’t say no to Abe. I knew he was desperate.

You’re a good friend.

[groans] Let’s see what I’m in for. [pensive music] Ugh.

What are you worried about? You know Alex and Joy are the definition of consenting adults, right?

Yes. We both know that. We both also know if things go wrong, we’re going to have a big problem because this is Alex we’re talking about. And just five minutes ago, he was–he was sleeping with Stephanie Johnson.

Did I just hear my name?

How about we run lines for tomorrow’s bedroom scene, hmm, in bed?

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm, as in not as fun as what we were doing before, but more fun than me doing it at home on my own.

Oh, way more fun. I promise. [sultry music]

All right, all right.

Another day, another show. Let’s see. Hmm. Oh, my God. Well, this came out of nowhere.

What happened?

Regan. She gets into a car accident and goes into premature labor.

OK.

But I just got pregnant. This is way too soon.

Hmm.

Wow. And they have Arrow trying to deliver the baby on the side of the road.

I get to deliver a baby? That’s awesome.

Oh, no.

What?

The baby’s not breathing.

What do you mean it’s not– they can’t kill a baby, right?

Um, no. No, the baby doesn’t die.

Oh, good.

I do. [intriguing music]


I got to admit, when I didn’t hear from you today, I was worried you were having second thoughts.

No, no second thoughts. I just–I knew you were working, and I just– I needed a little more time. I wanted to make sure that my head was on straight before we had this conversation.

I understand.

But I meant what I said last night, OK? If we’re going to make our marriage work, then we have to get to work right away.

You’re right.

Letting things fester is how we ended up in this situation in the first place, right? So if you ever doubt me again for any reason, then you talk to me, OK? No wasting time and letting things spiral into this self-fulfilling prophecy.

That is the last thing that I want.

And if you ever happen to see Alex having sex with someone that you cannot see, just please don’t automatically assume it’s me.

Look, I’m not going to make that mistake again, OK? Trust me when I say that. I–I know. I let my jealousy just get out of hand. I know that. I went down this crazy rabbit hole and hurt you.

I just–I don’t understand how you could ever think that I would cheat on you. I really thought that we were in a good place. I thought we were solid. And obviously, you didn’t.

I know. And that’s 100% on me, OK? I own that. And all I can say now is that I promise, OK? I promise that I will never doubt you again. I promise that I will be a better communicator. I love you, Chanel. I can’t live without you.

I love you too, Johnny. And I cannot imagine wanting to be with any man but you.

I can’t imagine wanting to be with anyone else either ever– not ever.

Uh–

Oh, is there a problem?

Yes, a big one. You know, I know it’s just acting, but I don’t know how I’m supposed to pretend to be in love with another man because you’re the only man that I want.

Aww.

Yeah. But luckily, in this show, I talk about Rhett. I don’t actually kiss him or anything.

Well, if he did kiss you, I might have to put a hit out on him.

Yeah, well, this show, I just have scenes with Charlemagne, AKA Hattie Adams.

Oh, lucky you.

Yeah. I suppose I should call her up and run lines with her or something, right? I mean, that’s what they call this. “Run the lines.” Run the lines?

Well, in this case, I think you should call it “run for the hills.”

[laughs] Yeah, that would be a great idea. I would love to do that. You know what? I do not have the energy for her tonight, so why don’t you just run the lines with me, huh?

Me? I’m no actor.

Well, neither am I. Listen. Charlemagne barely has any lines in this whole scene, so here. Let’s do it, please. [whimsical music]


Mmm, yummy. So Dr. Kayla is Kassandra, huh? I’m–I’m just not sure I see that. I mean, she’s nice enough, and she’s got a great hair. But she doesn’t have your spark, Bon Bon, you know?

Hmm.

Yeah. Yeah.

Thank you.

Oh, oh, thank you. Oh, yes. OK. Well, you’re welcome. It’s going to be pretty interesting tomorrow, you know. Oh, oh, Leo– Leo gave me a script, right here. Yeah. So I–I, um, been kind of glancing out a little bit. But it seems to me that there’s a whole lot of Kassandra and Charlemagne in this thing. Oh, my goodness, yeah. Do you want to run it with me?

That’s insane. They can’t kill Regan.

It says I bleed out on the side of the road.

Let me see it. Maybe you come back from the dead later or something, you know? All right, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. “Arrow picks up the newborn baby, “tries to flag down a car for help. We see headlights, hear screeching, and he goes down.”

What? You get hit by a car?

Whoa, whoa, is it– “The baby goes flying out of his arms. “It lands gently in an off-camera thicket of shrubbery.”

And what about Arrow?

It says he’s dead. [tense music]


Stephanie? I thought you were at Jada’s wedding.

Ah. Guess you haven’t talked to Paulina.

No. Why?

Well, the wedding was a total disaster. Actually, it didn’t even happen.

What?

What?

Rafe supposedly found evidence that Jada is a corrupt cop. He left her at the altar, and Shawn dragged her down to the police station for questioning.

Well, I don’t believe it. I can’t believe that Paulina would either.

Well, her hands were tied. I mean, the whole thing is outrageous. Jada is incapable of the things that they are accusing her of. My dad is going to clear her name.

So is that why you came down here so late, to tell us this?

Uh, no. Actually, I wanted to let you know that I put out a release to the soap press about my mom assuming the role of Kassandra. And I also put out a release about the new identity of Lady Whistleblower. Oh, and I took care of the Emmy submissions.

Well, that’s very efficient. But, you know, the Emmys aren’t for months.

Yes. But I won’t be around then.

Well, why not?

Because I quit.


You’re quitting your job?

I am. But I didn’t want to leave you guys in the lurch, so I’ve already taken the liberty of reaching out to my friend who’s also a publicist. Her name is Andrea. She is fantastic. She has tons of experience.

OK, could we just back this up a bit? What prompted this decision?

It has nothing to do with you or the job. I promise. I have loved every minute of working on this show.

Uh, then what is the reason?

Alex Kiriakis. [soft dramatic music]


So I guess we’re fired?

You’d think they would say something before you just read it in a script, right?

Yeah.

Yeah, yeah. It’s–wait a second. Wait a second. I knew it. Look at the air date.

April 1.

It’s an April Fool’s Day episode. So everything that just happened is like a dream or something.

Maybe. Maybe, but I– I don’t see anybody yelling “April Fool’s” at the end of this.

I’m going to call Abe to get it cleared up.

Oh, no, don’t. Don’t.

Yes.

No, we’ll figure it out tomorrow, OK? And honestly, I am OK with whatever happens.

Oh, you’re OK with whatever happens?

Like, I know I said today was a really good day on set, and it was. But to be honest, there’s been a lot more rough days than good ones. And who knows what else is to come? And, um, actually, the only real positive thing that’s come from this whole experience has been meeting you.

Joy. Come on. That is really sweet, but–

No, I mean it, Alex. And I was thinking, since next week is Valentine’s Day, I’d really love to spend it somewhere else with you. [soft music]

Hmm.

So with the help of time and talking things through– well, mostly with myself– I have a new perspective on us and what happened.

OK.

And the way I see it now– look. You almost went to bed with Joy. And I had a close call with Shawn. And we were both just angry and lashing out. But at the end of the day, neither one of us actually broke our wedding vows. And I think there’s a reason for that.

Look, speaking for myself, that night, when I took off my wedding ring with Joy, I honestly– I felt naked without it. And I never, ever want to take it off again. Chanel, there is one thing that I need from you if we’re going to fix our marriage. I need you to be here. Every night that you spend at your mom’s, you just feel further and further away. So would you please just come home?

OK. I will.

Really?

Really.

OK, uh, OK. Well, let– do you want to go– do you want to go to your mom’s? I’ll help you pack your things.

Oh, no, that won’t be necessary.

Oh, so you do need a little more time?

No, no. I already packed my bags in the car.


OK, baby, I can never say no to you when you bat those pretty blue eyes at me. But just don’t ask me to do Hattie’s lines in falsetto. OK?

OK. OK, OK, OK. Just give me the cues, OK? All right. All right, I’m going to start. I’m going to start.

Mm-hmm.

OK. “Oh, my God, Charlemagne, I can’t believe it. You’re alive!”

“You’re not getting rid of me that easily, Kassandra. The Phoenix always rises from the ashes.” – “You’re no Phoenix. “And I’m not about to give up Rhett now. “So I suppose I’ll just have to make you die for real this time.”

Oh, my God. It says Kassandra shoots me and I die. That Leo. I finally get back on the show, and he’s killing me off again. [tense music]

“You’re never going to get–get away with this. I thought we were friends.” [sighs] You’ll–you’ll never get rid of me. I will haunt you forever.

That is not even close to your line.

I was going where the scene takes me, baby. [groans]

[laughs]

How was that?

And they say vaudeville is dead. I don’t think so.

I’m going to talk to Abe. I think I’m a natural.

No, I think you need to put your acting aspirations aside. You were going to clear Jada, remember?

Right. So explain this to me. Charlemagne is really dead?

Well, I mean, I don’t know. It says she comes back– I mean, how would they kill her off? She just came back to life. There must be something more to this. [gasps] Oh.

Oh, what? What is it?

There is something more. Kassandra dies too.

How in tarnation could he kill me off again? Ink isn’t even dry on my contract yet. You didn’t have anything to do with this, did you, Bon Bon?

What? No, of course not.

Oh, good. I’m so glad. You know what? I’m just going to call him, give him a piece of my mind. [line trilling] [beep] Oh, went right to voicemail. Well, I’m not going to let him do this to me. I’m going to– I’m going to go over there and give him what for. I’ll be back, honey.

Mm-hmm. [intriguing music]


So you’re quitting for Alex Kiriakis?

Well, because of him, but not for him. I’m doing it for myself. Look, you guys were being fair when Alex and I were together before, and you said that I had to choose between him or the job. Fast forward to now, I’ve realized that keeping my job was a reflexive choice, one that I’ve come to regret.

Now that you’ve broken up with my son.

I had no business being with Philip when I wasn’t ready to move on. And honestly, I don’t think Alex was ready to move on so quickly either.

Have you talked to him about this?

Um, I have, yes. But we didn’t get to finish our conversation. And that’s OK. Because whether or not we’re on the same page, I know that I’ve made the right decision.

Well, I wish that I could agree with you about that choice.

I also know that Alex is with Joy now. So obviously, if we don’t wind up together, at least I know I tried.


You want to take a little Valentine’s Day trip, huh?

Well, my mom’s been bugging me to come visit. And, like, I don’t know. New York would be fun, right? We could go to a couple of Broadway shows. We could go to the Met. We could go to MoMA.

[sighs]

Well, don’t get too excited.

No, no, I– I, yeah, I’m just– you know, meeting the parents– it’s a big step.

Wow. So you were only with Joy because you thought I was with Philip. And I was only with Philip because I thought you were with Joy.

Bingo. But you’re not with Philip anymore.

No. But you’re still with Joy, right?

Kinda.

Define “kinda.”

I mean, it’s not like we’re official or anything, you know? We’re just spending a little bit more time together. But I mean, If I had known you were single, Steph, I swear to God to you, I would slow that down completely so that you and I could–

So that you and I could what?

Forget it, really, because I don’t even know if you and I can really be together as long as the two of us are working on “Body & Soul.”

What if I wasn’t?

I just–I don’t know. I just maybe feel like it’s maybe too fast.

Yeah, no, I mean, it was just an idea.

Yeah.

Um, we definitely don’t have to go to New York. We could, um, we could go somewhere else. We could just stay here. I mean, you do– you want to celebrate Valentine’s Day with me, right?

Yeah. [phone buzzes] Yeah, yeah, yeah, of course. Of course. Come on. Oh, man. Anyway, I should probably get going, call it a night.

What about tomorrow’s script?

Oh, it’s, like, all action, pretty much. There’s no lines, so, you know. Got an early call time. I’m so tired.

You know you can always just stay here, too.

Thank you. But I think you and I both know if that happens, we’re not going to get much sleep. So I will see you tomorrow. OK?

Great. Yeah, yeah, tomorrow.

OK.


OK. I’m–I’m going to go get your stuff out of the car, help you unpack. And I–I–you know, I can’t believe that we’re sleeping under the same roof tonight. And also, um–

Also?

Also, um, look, I– I just–I want you to know that, um, we don’t have to sleep in our bed tonight. You know, whatever you’re comfortable with is what I want.

Hmm. Well, let’s just take it one day at a time.

OK. I have missed you so much. [soft music]


Did I even say “welcome back?” Welcome back.

[laughs] Yeah, I think I got the message.

[sighs] You know, this is the last thing that I want to do right now, but do you mind if I open this up? It’s going to be a new script from Leo, probably with some new pages for tomorrow.

Go for it. Let’s see what the troublemaker’s cooked up now.

Yeah. Oh, OK. Oh, my God.

What?

Leo killed off Dr. Lamoray.

What?

Yeah. I mean, Seth loves being on this show. I was just literally, when you walked in, telling him what a good job that he’s doing. He’s going to be devastated.


Hey.

Hey. That was fast.

Well, I got your message. It sounded important. What’s going on?

Sorry for the cryptic text. I just wanted to talk to you about this in person.

It’s OK.

I quit “Body & Soul.”

You did? I mean, I know you said you would, but–

I–I had to go for it, even if we didn’t finish our conversation from the other day.

I’m just, um– wow.

Look, you know I have feelings for you. And I’m not trying to pressure you in any way. I just knew that if we were ever going to have a shot, it wasn’t going to happen if I was still publicist at “Body & Soul.” I had to follow my heart.

Steph, I don’t even know what to say.

You don’t have to say anything right now. I know that you’re with Joy, and that’s a complication, obviously.

Yeah, yeah, more than I wish it were.

What do you mean?

Well, I just thought we were still on this “getting to know each other” phase, you know, casual.

And you’re not anymore?

She’s not anymore. Suddenly she’s talking about taking this Valentine’s Day trip.

Oh. Well, Alex, I mean, if you want to do that, you should–

I don’t want to do that at all. And that’s how I know what I have to do. I have to let her down gently… Because I just want to be with you, Steph.


I can’t believe it that Stephanie just up and quit on us without any notice.

Well, I am sorry to see her go.

Damn it, Abe. Ever since Hattie put that stupid curse on us, I mean, it seems like everything has gone wrong– everything from the poisoned cupcakes, actors quitting left and right, the PR person quitting. Plus, Justin still insists that Bonnie was led to that elevator shaft on purpose.

Yeah. You know, it’s been a long day. Look, why don’t you– why don’t you go home and get some rest, huh?

You do the same thing.

Yeah. I’m going to finish up this schedule, and I’ll be right behind you.

OK.

You know, maybe this whole thing is my fault.

How so?

Because I told Abe that I didn’t really want to do the part. And I didn’t have much time to give him, so maybe he decided that it was too much trouble to recast it. And he decided just to pull the plug on the whole thing.

I guess it’s possible.

Yeah, but to kill the character off? I mean, Bonnie is going to get better someday, and now she’s not going to have a job? I just wish he would have talked to me about it first.

Well, why don’t you call him and find out?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m going to do. Speed dial somewhere? There he is. [line trilling]

Oh. Kayla, hi.

Ah, Abe, hi. How are you? I’m sorry to call you so late. But I was just going over the script for tomorrow, and I’m just a bit confused.

Well, I’ll help if I can.

Um, yeah, I didn’t know, but, um–but it says in there that Kassandra is being killed off.

What?

Well, the script says that I shoot Charlemagne, and then when I drop the gun, her cat slinks over and steps on the trigger and then shoots me in the heart. I mean, I don’t know. Is this just, uh, Charlemagne’s revenge or something?

Kayla, I– I have no idea what you’re talking about.

But it was in the script that was waiting for me when I came home.

Oh. So this must be Leo going off again on his own without running it by us.

So what should I do?

Well, you hang in there, and I’ll get to the bottom of it.

Hey, hey. I need a word with you.

Ugh, looks like I don’t have much of a choice. What’s up?

“What’s up?” Don’t play dumb with me, mister. I just got my latest script, and it says that Kassandra kills me dead.

What? No, she doesn’t.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, she does. Look, it’s all right here in black and white.

I did not write that. Ugh. Look at this terrible spelling, this awful punctuation. Where did this come from?

Well, it got delivered to me in an envelope with my name on it, like always.

Well, it didn’t come from me.

Well, if you didn’t write it, then who did? [tense music]

So what is this? Some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

The evil SOB who sent those poison cupcakes and the text to Bonnie sending her to the elevator, the person who has been targeting the cast and crew of the show since you put a curse on it.

Oh, yeah. Well, I guess that’s possible. But attempted murder, I mean, that’s no small potatoes. And I know they were killing me off on the show, but at least I wasn’t going to die in real life, you know? Although, I’m feeling a little unsteady.

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

Yeah. [soft dramatic music]


I should get something to drink.


[shallow breathing]

So you want to be with me? Do you really mean that?

Of course I do.


[gasps] Alex! What’s wrong? Alex. Alex! Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

So what did Abe say?

He said no one’s getting killed. And he thinks that Leo just went rogue.

Well, it sounds like Leo.

Yeah. And, um, Abe said he was going to get to the bottom of it…


Sweetness, you OK?

I just feel kind of– I don’t know. I feel–

Oh. Baby, hey. Oh.

I–I don’t understand why they would do this. They have to know that killing off Seth is a huge mistake. He’s the one who gave us permission to shoot at the hospital. If he revokes that, we’re screwed.

You’re right.

[sighs] I’m going to call Leo right now.


[grunts] [groans]

Johnny!

Oh, my God. I think I know who’s doing this.

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[edgy music plays] Luna’s not my cousin. She’s my daughter. Luna’s my daughter. If only you knew where I was, Mom. You need to give it to me straight, Poppy, the truth. Am I Luna’s father? You are not Luna’s father. I was surprised to get your text. Thank you for coming. I know how busy you are. Oh, I’ll always make time for my sister. That’s my promise to you from now on. Though, honestly, didn’t expect to hear from you. Not after what I put you through the other day, accusing you of being part of such a terrible, dark family secret. Jack and I never had an affair, Li. Luna isn’t his child. I understand that now… how horribly wrong I was. All those years I wasted in bitterness and anger. I just hope you can forgive me one day for thinking what I did of you. What is it, Penelope? Why did you want to see me? [edgy music plays] What’s really going on with me? I think you’re up to something. Seriously, Hope, this-this power has made you paranoid. I have had years of experience with you, and I know exactly what you are capable of. Too many times, I have been burned by you. Never again, Steffy. [whimsical music plays] It’s, uh, it’s crazy. Ha. I mean, it’s just hard to concentrate. Mm. That scent you’re wearing… Almost like… you could lose yourself? [both chuckle] So, um…about the Forrester fragrance, about launching it, I’m thinking that we can– Let’s discuss the details later. Right. Yeah, yeah. Right. We can set an appointment. Ha ha. I’m sure you’re involved with a number of projects. Mm. Nothing quite like this one. Well, um, we’re very excited and thrilled to be collaborating with the nose of Paris– hell, the world–but, you know, I-I have a question for you. What brought you to Forrester’s door?

Steffy:  It’s no secret that you and I have a contentious history, Hope. HOPE: That’s putting it mildly. But thankfully, there have been changes here at Forrester Creations, and I’m no longer your scapegoat. Yeah, thanks to Carter. Your partner in crime. What’s going on, Penelope? You’re not yourself. Tell me. Maybe I can help. You need to give it to me straight, Poppy, the truth. Am I Luna’s father? Something’s happened. What? Luna… …is missing. No. No, no, no. This can’t be right. This can’t be ri– this can’t be right. I’ve got– I gotta take another test. I’ll take another test. [heavy music plays] Forrester Creations couldn’t be in better hands. Yep. With Carter and the Logans at the helm. I know what you think of my family. Oh, please. You couldn’t care less what I think. You’re a…talented, dynamic businesswoman. Who only got to where I am– or should I say was– because of my last name, right? That’s what you think. As I said, Forrester Creations is being run differently now. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect, including you, so I will say this. You have made many positive contributions to the company over the years. Only to be sidelined by one of the most underhanded business coups imaginable. [door opens] I’m interrupting. No. Zende, your timing couldn’t be more perfect. I was actually showing Steffy your latest designs for Hope for the Future and I think you really nailed it.

Thank you.

Yeah. Yeah, I agree. I think Hope for the Future is going to continue to thrive, what with your talent and Carter’s leadership. One thing you should know, tres cher. Daphne Rose never explains herself. Meaning I may never know why you suddenly appeared that day. Okay, well, obviously, you had your reasons. Reason. Singular. But I shall never tell. Perhaps you can tell me this. Which Forrester fragrance should we launch with, one or two? [whimsical music plays] [chuckles] Choose. [huffs] Luna’s missing? Yes. And I don’t know where she is. Tom Starr. I’ll never believe you’re my father. [edgy music plays] [timer beeps] [beeping] [heavy instrumentals] Well, I have to get going, but Zende, I just– I wanted to thank you again for all of your hard work and your commitment to Forrester. You are really going above and beyond. So it’s-it’s really appreciated. Thank you. Absolutely. You’re invaluable to all of us. Leave you to it. Oh, you came in at the right time.

Whew.

I’m not sure how much longer

I could have restrained myself.

Hope getting to you? She’s so sure this is how Forrester’s gonna be

from here on out.

Little does she know that she and Carter are in for a rude awakening. You mean my plan, Operation Carter Walton? You still have not let me in on any of the specifics, but if I can help in any way, please let me know. I have utmost confidence in you. So does Uncle Ridge and Granddad. Carter won’t be in charge much longer. Not if you have anything to do with it. You want me to choose? It’s your company. It’s your fragrance. You created them. I belong to you now. Our partnership. So, Monsieur Walton, your preference. Un ou deux? I don’t understand–how is Luna missing? She’s in prison.

I know.

Well, someone call you? No. I went to see her and they told me she wasn’t there. Did they transfer her to a different facility? All they told me was that she was still incarcerated. They didn’t tell you where? No. They were being very vague. This is outrageous. [huffs] Your daughter’s missing and no one will tell you where she is? Do you want me to go down there? Maybe I can find out something for you. If they wouldn’t tell me anything, I doubt they’d say anything to you. But thank you. Of course. She’s my niece. [phone rings] Oh. I-I’m sorry. I have to take this. [phone ringing] Hello? I need to see you. I’m at my office.

Can you come right away?

I’m in the middle of something. It’s important. Can you tell me what it’s about?

Are you coming or not, Poppy?

All right, I-I’m leaving now. I’m sorry, Li, but something’s come up

and I have to take care of it.

Something about Luna? Never mind. I won’t pry. But please let me know if you hear anything about Luna.

I will.

And one more thing. I just want to apologize again for the accusations I held on for all those years, thinking you could betray me in my own home. Hopefully, you can forgive me one day. How I could even imagine you could hurt me and my family in such a terrible way… [tense music plays] Honestly, I wish it hadn’t come to this, but drastic times call for drastic measures. And these are drastic times for Forrester Creations. This is truly a fight for the heart and soul of Forrester Creations– its future, its identity. I mean, in a few months from now, Forrester Creations– it might not even be recognizable. Hope and Carter, they wanna take risky moves, and they’re not being strategic. No, but you are, hopefully coming up with a way to stop them. Well, I had to do something. I can’t just sit idly by and wait for Justin and his team to work their angle– like, that could take months, and we don’t even know if that’s gonna be successful.

Meanwhile…

Hope, Brooke, and Carter are becoming more entrenched in their positions. Every day that goes by, they’re consolidating their power. And Hope is getting more arrogant by the minute. Not only does she wanna lead Hope for the Future, but she wants to be in on all of the business decisions. And Carter is more than willing to let her, at least that’s how I read it. Hey, Zende, I know none of this is easy for you, working with Hope and Carter, especially on Hope’s line. But just know that your intel is invaluable. I do…wish that… you would let me in a little bit on the details of your plan. I’ll tell you this. If this plan continues to go in this direction, Hope and Carter will never smell what’s coming until it’s too late.

HOPE: Carter.

[sharp inhale] Daphne. What’s going on? I was, um…I was admiring the-the Forrester fragrances trying to, uh, figure out which one to launch with. It can’t be Tom Starr. Oh, God, this has haunted me my whole life. Who is my father? Lock the door. Wait. I need to say something first. [Finn scoffs] I realize that there are a lot of questions that are swirling around that brilliant mind of yours ever since your mother ran the paternity tests, and we are now certain that Tom Starr is not Luna’s father. And-and it’s made you think about that night that we shared all those years ago. And I’ve been thinking a lot about it too, and you know what, you’re right. There’s nothing for us to be ashamed about. You were of age and we were two consenting adults, and, yeah, you were adopted into the family, but we are actually not related by blood. There’s no biological connection between us. And we cared about each other. And what we shared was-was beautiful and it was special. And that is how I have always remembered it. And, Finn, I would really hope that you would remember it that way too– this magical connection that we had. But that was all that it could be. And we have both moved on with our lives, and-and look–look at what you’ve accomplished. You are a… brilliant and highly respected doctor with a beautiful wife and family, and I… Well, I have a chance to patch things up with my sister and pursue the kind of relationship that two sisters should have. [sniffling] But Finn, that can’t happen if you keep on thinking about that night and asking questions. You know, the kind of questions that can raise a lot of red flags for other people. So you understand what I’m saying, right? No one can find out about this. No one. They can’t. What is that? I think you know what that is. A paternity test? Finn, I already told you there is no way that Luna is your daughter so I am begging you, for both our sakes, to please drop it. Don’t you wanna know what it says? Yeah, we were close. You were my first. But you promised… that you would be honest and truthful. I trusted you, Poppy. I trusted that you would never hurt me and you wouldn’t make me regret that night we shared. And I never did. Until… You lied to me. Luna isn’t my cousin. She’s my daughter. Luna is my daughter. I’m… the father. [heavy music plays]

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