Days Transcript Friday, April 4, 2025

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[tense music]

Hey, McGee, what have they got?

It’s not much. There’s no weapon on the scene. Assailant might have escaped through those French doors.

Lots of people living in this house that need to be interviewed– servants, family members. Is Commissioner Hunter here yet?

We haven’t been able to reach her.

Hey, bartender, it looks like I’m ready for… round three…four. [sighs] Who’s counting? [upbeat music playing]


[door slams]

Damn it! This is all EJ’s fault.

Oh, come on. Come on. Listen, it’s not that simple.

Yes, it is. Jada only slept with Shawn because she thought you dumped her on her wedding day. And then that bastard kidnapped you and replaced you with an impostor. Rafe, you know damn well that none of this would have happened if it wasn’t for EJ.

What’s up, primo?

Hey.

Ugh, I’m glad that finally someone’s home. Leo had to cut short our date, and I was getting bored by myself.

Just went out to get some beer.

What’d you do that for? There’s plenty right here.

Mm. Guess I didn’t see that. [soft dramatic music]


Rafael, you look like that you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. Tell me, what’s wrong?

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Ugh. Where’s the fire?

Well, let’s see what the evidence tells us about what happened here tonight.

Oh, my God. Is it true?

Damn it. Hey, where’s the crime scene tape?

Just–just tell me. Did somebody shoot my brother?

Chad found EJ lying on the floor here, single bullet to the chest, blood everywhere.

Is he dead?

Kayla, what’s going on? How’s EJ?

Well, the good news is, your brother made it through the surgery. But it was tough. And he’s stable now.

Why do I get the sense that there’s bad news?

Well, the bullet caused a lot of damage internally, so EJ’s not out of the woods yet. The next 24 hours will be critical in his survival. [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”


Nothing’s wrong.

Come on. I know you. And I’m sensing something is off here, big time. Come on. Let’s share some delicious cheesecake.

Do we really have to do this?

Yes, there is no one else here for me to bother, so we must.

Fine, all right? You’re right. I am not in a good place, to put it mildly. I found out something last night, something terrible that involves EJ DiMera.

Go on.

When he was holding me captive, Jada slept with another man.

What? No. No. No, no, no. No, that can’t be. Rafael, I know that that is not true. Jada never had sex with Feniger.

I’m not talking about Feniger. [sighs] [light music playing]


Jada?

Shawn. I’m so glad you’re here. You know, I hate drinking alone. Well, I don’t hate it, per se. Per se. [chuckles] Am I saying that right? Well, anyway, I could use the company.

Yeah, I’m afraid I can’t join you.

Oh. [scoffs] I’ll get you a club soda with lime, yeah? Bartender! Yeah, can I get a club soda and a lime for my sober friend here?

Thank you. Thank you. But no. No, you don’t have to order me anything.

Why? I mean, how else are we gonna toast to the big news?

What big news?

There is no fire. It’s just, I don’t like being out on my own. You never know what sort of unsavory characters you might run into.

I feel like you’re doing that thing where you’re talking about me, but there’s plausible deniability. Just FYI, very passive-aggressive. Although, as it turns out, you do have to be extra vigilant tonight.

Oh? And why is that?

Because there is a killer amongst us.

What the hell are you talking about?

Somebody tried to murder EJ DiMera. [tense music]

Chad said that he was still alive when he arrived at University Hospital. He was still in surgery when I left.

Then I better get dressed and get over there.

Not so fast.

You want to know? Fine. Rafe kicked me out of the house. Yeah. Do you know what? I get it.

I’m so sorry, Jada. I was wondering how he was gonna react when he got the news, and… I mean, I knew he was gonna be upset, but I was just hoping that, you know, considering the circumstances, that he would be– be a little bit more understanding.

[scoffs] He wasn’t understanding at all. He was angry. He was hurt. He was being held captive, while his beloved fiancée was cheating on him with you.

Really? Jada slept with Shawn Brady? You mean the brooding hunk with piercing blue eyes and the jawline like Robert Pattinson? Sorry. Sorry. Your–your jawline is amazing too. And I take your silence as a yes. And I’m guessing Jada hooked up with Shawn after Arnold put her through the wringer. Well, that’s exactly right. I mean, your sick, twisted doppelganger treated Jada like crap. It makes sense why she’d seek the comfort of another man.

I know that Jada went through a lot.

She was devastated. Listen to me. She is such a good woman. And she had her heart broken into a gajillion pieces. You need to forgive her.

I honestly don’t know if I can.

I really need to get dressed and get to the hospital. My brother could be dying. And I’ve got to check on EJ. I need to check on Rachel before–

Not before I ask you some questions.

What kind of questions?

Just simple ones, like, where were you tonight?

I was at Brady’s. His father is missing, and I wanted to see how he was holding up.

And how long would you say you stayed there?

I’m not sure. I mean, we talked a bit. And then I came back home. You can call him if you don’t believe me.

Did you see EJ when you came home? [tense music]


We need to talk.

I am so not in the mood right now.

I do not give a damn. Where is my mother?

I said not now!

Fine. I am gonna go upstairs and look in on Rachel, while you take some deep breaths. This isn’t over. I will find the answers I need about my mother one way or another.


EJ and I spoke briefly. He was in one of his moods, and he said he wanted to be left alone, so I left him alone.

Someone tried to murder EJ, meaning…

He’s not dead. That hoity-toity alpha male is still alive. So I guess I overstated things when I said there was a killer in our midst. More like a would-be killer. Unless, of course, EJ doesn’t make it. Then it’s just your garden variety 12-part podcast series killer.

All right, I get it. Just tell me how it happened.

He was shot point-blank in the chest in his own home. As soon as I heard the news, I raced over to the mansion to try and get the scoop.

And what was it?

Well, the police were pretty tight-lipped. All I got was that his injuries were quite serious, and they suspect he might not make it.

Good. That bastard deserves a one-way ticket to hell.

So what are we dealing with, then? You said the bullet did a lot of damage?

It punctured one of EJ’s lungs. And although we were able to repair the damaged tissue area, he lost a lot of blood. But he’s very lucky because the bullet just missed his heart.

OK. Can I see him?

Yes, but just for a little bit, OK?

Chad, is there anything I can do for you while you’re in there?

Just say a prayer for my brother.

You don’t think you can forgive her? Come on, primo. Don’t you think you’re being a little unfair here? Jada was a victim, just like you. And that woman loves you so much.

Yeah, just not enough to tell the difference between me and that lowlife Feniger? Look, I went from being a stand-up guy who was crazy about her to some lowlife bastard who dumped her at the altar?

OK, look, I know that it was a stretch for her to believe that, but–

Yeah, it was way more than a stretch. Way more. It makes me think that she just never knew who I was at all.

Jada, you didn’t know that EJ was holding Rafe captive. You thought that Arnold Feniger was Rafe. We all did. Arnold Feniger, the guy that was acting like a total creep, the guy who left you at the altar.

That was Rafe’s point. Just kept going on and on about how I should have known the difference. I’m a detective, his fiancé. I should have– I should have figured it out.

Listen to me, you are being way too hard on yourself right now. You are.

And you are being way too kind. Which I do appreciate. You know, I’m– I’m really glad that I ran into you.

Yeah, well, it wasn’t a coincidence. I came here to track you down.

Why? What happened?

It’s work-related. There’s been a high-profile shooting.

And after speaking with EJ, what did you do?

I went upstairs to check on my sleeping daughter. And then I took a shower, and I checked on Rachel one more time. Then I went back to my room. I started drying my hair, when a cop knocked on my door and told me what had happened.

You didn’t hear a gunshot?

No, like I said, I was taking a shower and drying my hair.

Why?

Why, what?

Why were you taking a shower?

What kind of question is that? I always take a shower before bed.

You sure there was no other reason?

Like what?

Like washing off blood or gunshot residue.

Wow. I don’t think I realized just how much you hated EJ. I mean, I knew you hated him. I just didn’t know you hated him, hated him.

Of course I hate him, hate him. He sent me to prison for a crime that I didn’t commit and then, in his Machiavellian way, ruined my marriage to Stefan. And on top of all of that, he kidnapped my brother and replaced him with a skeezy, lecherous lookalike. He definitely got what was coming to him.

Well, that’s debatable, of course. Tell me, who do you think did the deed?

No idea. But whoever it was, they’re a hero in my book. That bitch-ass clown needed to pay.

Can I quote you on that?

You know, it’s getting late. If you want to go home, I’m sure Chad would understand.

Oh, I– I thought I would stay. He doesn’t have anyone here, and he’s really shaken up, so…

Yeah, I imagine this has brought back a lot of terrible memories for him.

He was talking a lot about losing Abigail.

Well, that was devastating, of course. But I was really thinking about EJ. He was shot before by one of Clyde Weston’s men.

How many lives has that man destroyed?

At the time, everybody thought that EJ didn’t make it, that he had died from his injuries, and then later found out that his father had actually revived him, and he had recuperated in secret for years.

But Chad thought he was dead the entire time?

Yeah. And even though they have not always had the best relationship, I know Chad loves his brother and is so afraid to lose him again.

Hey, brother. I know you’re resting, but I just wanted you to know that you’re not alone, that I’m here for you. [soft music] I’ll always be here for you.


I know you might not want me here. I’m sure you’re still pissed off about me printing that article about you. Tough luck. You’re my brother, and I love you. And I’m not gonna stop bugging you until you get better.


I–I called your mom. She didn’t answer, so I left a voicemail. I spoke to Sydney and Johnny. He’s gonna be here any moment, so just hang in there, OK? I know he’ll want to see you right– [dramatic music] EJ. EJ.

Help! Help! Help– I don’t know what happened. I was talking to him, and then–

OK, Chad, please, wait outside. I need to work here.

OK. [dramatic music]

Detective Devereaux, are you accusing me of shooting my own brother?

I’m asking questions, that’s all.

OK, look, maybe EJ and I don’t always get along, but my God, I would never try to kill him, or anyone else, for that matter.

Well, we both know that’s not true. Or have you’ve forgotten what you did to Victor Kiriakis and to my ex-girlfriend, Haley?

JJ, you know very well Haley Chen’s death was an accident, a terrible accident. And not to speak ill of the victim, but the number of people in this town with a reason to take a shot at EJ could fill Horton Town Square.

Gabi! Gabi, stop.

What do you think you’re doing?

I’m quoting you for my story on the shooting. What was it you called EJ again, a bitch-ass clown?

You can’t use what I said. That was off the record. If you publish that, people are– [softly] People are going to think that I shot him.

But you didn’t, right? I mean, surely you must have some sort of alibi, like a movie ticket, a wristband from a Princess Diana-themed booze cruise?

Listen to me, you depraved Muppet. May I remind you that when you had nowhere else to go, I’m the one who let you move into my house. I could have put my foot down, but I gave in so that you and Javi could be together. So why don’t we just forget about my little diatribe about EJ?

Fine. Consider it deleted from my memory.

Thank you.

I guess I should get home and start typing this up. Need a lift?

You go ahead. I have something that I need to do first.

Rafael, look at me. What was Jada supposed to think, that there was some other guy out there in the world that looked exactly like you? I mean, EJ and Arnold had all of us fooled, not just Jada.

But Jada’s supposed to know me better than anyone. I was gonna spend the rest of my life with her.

You still can. Did she say that she had feelings for Shawn?

No. She said she still loves me.

OK, so you mean to tell me that this gorgeous, badass woman is head over heels in love with you, and you’re in love with her– Look, I know you’re angry and hurt and frustrated. But come on. Don’t take it out on Jada. If you want to direct your anger at someone, direct it at EJ DiMera.

I already have. I’ve already made plans to make sure that bastard pays.

EJ DiMera was shot? When?

It was a couple hours ago.

A couple hour– how come no one called me?

I mean, they tried, but you didn’t pick up.

Damn it. My phone was on Do Not Disturb.

Hey, you’re off the clock, all right? Nobody blames you for wanting to disconnect for a little while.

OK, give it to me. What you got?

Well, I mean, we don’t have a lot. JJ’s taking the lead on this. And when I found out the station was, you know, throwing out the bat signal for you, I volunteered to come find you.

All right, well, I’m ready. Let’s go.

Whoa, whoa.

No, look, all I need is a glass of water, and I’ll be just fine.

Where’s your gun? [dramatic music]


Jada, where’s your gun?

I–I don’t know.

You don’t know? What–what, did you lose it here at the bar?

OK, you know what? I locked it in my desk when I went off duty.

And you forgot to take off your holster.

I guess so. I mean, I’ll admit, you know, after my encounter with Rafe, I wasn’t exactly thinking straight.

Yeah, understandably.

Well, come on. Give me a lift to the DiMera estate.

No. Listen, I don’t think that’s a good idea.

What? Why?

Because it’s obvious that you’re tipsy. And you don’t want to show up to work like this. Come on. If anybody knows that, I do.

I’m the police commissioner.

Yeah, who is off duty. Let JJ handle this for the night. You need to go home, and you need to sleep this off.

I don’t have a home, remember?

Look, OK, I’ll take you back to my place.

So tell me, how exactly do you plan on making EJ pay?

Forget it. It’s been a long day. I don’t want to talk about EJ DiMera anymore.

Have you guys heard the news?

What news?

About EJ DiMera. Somebody shot him.

Oh, my God. When did this happen?

A couple hours ago. He was rushed to the hospital. Hanging on by a thread, apparently.

Oh. They know who did it?

Not yet. I imagine it’ll be pretty hard to narrow down a list of suspects. So many people hate that guy.

Yeah, and I feel like we know most of them. Where did this happen?

Right in his own living room. [tense music]


Hey, I just remembered I gotta take care of something, so I will see you guys later.

He was sure in a hurry. And I mean, really, what does somebody have to take care of at this time of night?

Are there any other questions, Detective?

Just one. You said your daughter slept through the entire evening. I assume that means she can’t verify any of what you said.

Obviously not. But let me make myself clear. I did not shoot my brother. But someone did. And you need to find out who that was, Detective, before they get away with murder.

Attempted murder.

[scoffs] I stand corrected. I pray that’s all it was. Now, if we are done here, I am gonna go upstairs and check on my daughter, and then I’m gonna call Chad and find out how my brother is doing.

Yeah, we’re good, for now. Just stay out of the living room. It’s an active crime scene. I don’t want anything disturbed.

Of course.

And don’t leave town.

Why would I leave town when all I want is for you to find whoever did this to my brother and make sure that they spend the rest of their lives behind bars?


Hi. I’m calling in regard to EJ DiMera. He was brought in earlier tonight with a gunshot wound. I was hoping to get an update on his condition. No, I’m not currently family, but I used to be. Well, you see, I was married to his– OK, so that doesn’t count. What if we once had sex? Hello? OK. Well, thanks for nothing.

Wait, so you were just talking to him, and then he started to have a seizure?

He was fine one minute, and then the next– Maybe I shouldn’t have gone in there.

What are– what are you talking about? Why? Dr. Johnson said it was fine.

Maybe my presence upset him. It’s my fault.

What? What are you talking about, Chad?

The shooting. You know, I– I printed that article this morning. I’m sure it stirred up a lot of angry emotions in people that my brother had wronged. I basically just said, like, look at all the horrible stuff he’s done and gotten away with it, and, you know, then someone shot him. I feel like I instigated it.

OK. OK. I’m not trying to be unkind to your brother. But come on, you have to– his actions are responsible for what happened, Chad. Not the article. Come on. Hey. Hey. Please. Aren’t you suffering enough about this without blaming yourself?

Yeah. OK. I’ll stop doing that, then, blaming myself. I’m just scared. I don’t want to lose my brother. [soft music]


Thanks for the offer, Shawn, but if Rafe catches wind of this, I don’t think he would be too thrilled.

Isn’t Rafe the one that kicked you out? Jada, it’s late. So I don’t think he really has much of a say where you sleep tonight.

You’re right. He doesn’t. Besides, I strongly suspect that he doesn’t give a damn what I do. So let’s go.

OK. Come on. [soft dramatic music]


[tense music]


OK, so where do you think Rafe ran off to?

Honestly, I’m not sure, but… he’s been acting strangely all night.

Strangely, like, “we should be worried he’s Arnold Feniger again” strangely?

[scoffs] No. No. He just was making this excuse about why he wasn’t home. And then, I don’t know, his body language wasn’t aligned with his words. And– and then he said something later about making EJ pay.

Oh, my God. You think it was him? You think he shot EJ?

I mean, he hates the guy with a passion, that’s for sure.

Yeah, well, so does Gabi. And when I ran into her earlier, she certainly wasn’t making a secret of it. [dramatic music]

Come on, EJ, do us all a favor and die. [sighs] Just…

Gabi. Hey, I was just about to call you. Did you hear about EJ?

Leo told me. Do you know if he made it through surgery?

I haven’t had a chance to check in yet. I’ve been a little busy at the scene.

Ah. How’s that going? Do you have any idea who shot him?

Gabi. Gabi, stop.

JJ?

Look, you don’t want to do this. It’s too early to know anything for sure. [phone beeps]

Sorry. It’s my sister. I don’t know what to tell her.

Well, why don’t you wait until we know more? I’m sure Dr. Kayla–

Kayla. Hey, what’s going on?

Hey. We got the seizure under control. But those kind of episodes are very taxing on the body and could impede his recovery. So to prevent them from happening, we put him in a medically-induced coma.

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Steffy:  Liam’s always had a volatile relationship with Bill, even before he started freeing criminals from prison. -Guy’s a real piece of work. -Yeah, he is. It’s gotta be tough for Liam. His mom’s gone. Now Bill, that’s the only man he has left. And the way Bill treats him sometimes–it’s awful. You still care about him, don’t you? Yeah, of course I care about him. He’s Kelly’s father, and he’s always gonna be and important person in my life. Hey, Kell… you rinse off and hang up your suit, sweetheart. Your dad’s gonna be here in about an hour. Write an email to Katie and tell her that her ideas for the new campaign look great. Discuss options with Ridge and set the time in the shared calendars. Also…tell her thank you for holding off on a Hope for the Future release. HOPE: You only took the CEO position so you could get the company back for Ridge? You wereneveron my side? They didn’t deserve to lose their life’s work, their legacy, Hope. Did I deserve to have my line cut because of a petty vendetta? That is not what we’re talking about here. What we’re talking about is you choosing them over me! No, I didn’t do that. I would never do that. God, Mom, why are you never there when I actually need your support? I mean, for once, I just– I just… wanted you to pickme. You know that I’ve been there. I’ve been supporting you, Hope. My God, you’re my daughter! I love you! Just not as much as you love Ridge. That’s it! Do me a favor. Bring us a couple of cappuccinos. Sweetheart, I will do anything for you, anything you need. So if you can’t stay at your mom’s right now, you stay here. You really mean that? Of course I mean it. I got your back. Always. I don’t even know why Liam has a relationship with Bill, father or not. Honestly, the last time I saw him he just seemed so…dejected. Usually, he’s so excited to work with his father, a way to connect with him. But now he’s stuck in this toxic place with his father who let a psychopath out of prison, the psychopath who tried to kill me. Like, I…I don’t know why Bill is doing this. He’s putting Liam’s family in danger. -Where you going? -I’m gonna go talk to Bill. Liam stood up for me so many times. I need to stand up for him. [somber music plays] Oh…oh… Oh– –

Deacon: All right. -HOPE: Thank you.

Deacon: All right, thank you, Henry. See, look, I know that you’ve got problems with Sheila. I-I think, uh, “problems” is maybe not the right word. Okay, well, you know, I know Sheila and I are– -Dangerous? -Okay. I was gonna say unconventional, but you know, um, well, forget about that, all right? If you need to stay somewhere other than your mother’s, I’ll take care of everything, all right? I’ll get you and Beth all set up, which I would love because it gives me more time with my granddaughter, so I got this. Thank you, Dad. Yeah, well, they’re not just words. Ridge, Steffy, Carter, what they did… that wasn’t fair. And it sure as hell wasn’t right. And I don’t want you worrying about it, okay? I’m gonna take care of everything. Come on, Steff, text me back. -I’m starving. -Starving? Well, it’s a good thing I made two of these. -Yay! -Just a snack, though, okay? Your mom and dad might wanna take you to dinner later. Can’twaitto see my dad. [car door closes] [running footsteps]

Steffy:  Oh, my God! Oh! Liam! Oh! Oh, my God! Oh! Oh, my God! They screwed up a seafood order yet again. You order calamari–sometimes you get Kalamata olives. [chuckles] Now, I should be sorry. I’m sitting here taking up all your time when you obviously need to be working. No. Hey, listen, you come first. From what you were telling me about Carter, it’s too bad that he couldn’t say the same. But you know, I gotta tell you. I mean, honestly, I’m not surprised that he stayed on at Forrester. That guy has been trying to get their approval for years. [sighs] He… has always really wanted to be part of the family. I just… feel like they took advantage of that sentiment, really…manipulated him. I mean, the way Ridge is always calling him brother when Carter doesn’t even realize that it’s never going to really happen. -Huh. -I don’t know. I just… I feel like I can’t trust anybody anymore, like not even myself, my own judgement, because clearly, I’m so wrong about people. I-I thought Carter loved me. I believed him when he said that he would champion me, and don’t even get me started on Mom. Can you explain to me why the hell she’s still there after the way they treated you? Give you one guess. Ah. Mm. Ridge. You know…[small laugh] apparently, she didn’t even take the CEO position in order to help us out. She just did it in order to give the company back to Ridge. She-she chose him. She chose all of the Forresters over her own daughter. Honey, I don’t know what to say other than I’m sorry. She texted me. “I love you, honey. Please come home.” I don’t even know how to respond to that. I don’t… I don’t think she understands that… home doesn’t feel like it used to anymore. You look busy. -[door closes] -Hey. Just, uh… cleaning up the office. Of course. I just wanna tell you that I’m very thankful to be here working at Forrester still. And so is Carter. Well, he finally did the right thing. Well, he loves you. And so do I. You do know there’ll always be a place for you here. Always was, Logan. I’m glad that you’re still calling me Logan. I’m not sure if I should broach this subject, but I feel like I have to. Especially since Steffy’s not here. What is it? It’s about my daughter. Do you think that maybe you could welcome her back to Forrester? [soft music plays] KELLY: Will Mommy be home soon? I texted her. I’m sure she’s on her way. We’re gonna go to the climbing gym with Daddy. He’s gonna show me how to belay. -Really? That’s awesome. -Can’t wait. Getting to spend time with Mommy and Daddy’s my favorite. I know. They love you so much. Nothing would ever change that. Oh, my God! Oh, my God, Liam! Liam, wake up. [gasping] Oh! [whimpering] WOMAN:911. What’s your emergency? Uh, my-my ex-husband, he’s–he’s on the ground. -There’s a lot of blood. -What’s your location? Uh, 3197 Holden Drive. Uh, Bel Air. What’s the nature of the emergency? I think he-he hit his head. -Is he responsive? -Uh, no, no. He’s unconscious. But he’s-he’s breathing. Please, oh, God, please hurry! Help is on the way. Don’t move him -until the paramedics arrive. -Oh, God! Liam! Oh! Oh, my God! Look, I know what Hope did was out of line… “Out of line”? She tried to steal this company. This is my life’s work. You know that. Right. Um, but it doesn’t seem fair -that she has to– -If she wanted fairness, she shouldn’t have done what she did. Easy. Okay. But she is devastated. She feels like everybody’s trying to betray her, including me… when all I was trying to do is what was right for the company, right for you. [sighs] Look, Ridge, just… can you have some compassion for my daughter? Any mercy at all? Honey, I just… I hate to see you hurting so badly. Well, it does make me feel better knowing I have you to turn to. Truly, Dad. Thank you. I honestly don’t know… where to turn, what to do. I-I feel like I have lost everything. Well, you’re not gonna lose me. Why don’t you just give yourself a break? I mean, you’ve been through so much, and I’m not talking about what happened at Forrester. I’m not talking about you and Carter. Thomas… ending your marriage with Liam. I mean, just… show yourself some grace. You really think I deserve it? More than anyone I know. It’s funny you bring up Liam. I’ve been thinking about him a lot lately… and how it… does feel like my life has gone a bit off the rails ever since I ended our marriage. But it’s funny, it-it… has a way of putting things into perspective, and… We really did share some beautiful times together, and he truly is an amazing father to Beth and Kelly. We had to balance on logs and jump on rocks so we wouldn’t get our shoes wet in the stream. That sounds awesome. Our Daddy and Kelly hikes are super fun. Yeah. You are lucky to have a dad like Liam. Thought Mom and Dad would be here by now. Yeah, me too. I’m not sure what’s keeping them. -[siren wails] -Blue team to ICU, please. -What’s his status? -Trauma to the head. Unresponsive at the scene. Possible brain bleed. Order a CT scan, full labs, and page Dr. Gaffney in neuro. -Do you know his blood type? -Uh, uh, A positive. DR. BUCKINGHAM: Prep for a transfusion if necessary. Dr. Buckingham, I need to be in there with him. -He’s in good hands. -But they said brain bleed! I need to know what happened. I found him in the ground. He was unconscious. You need to do something– please! Please! I can’t lose him!

Ridge: I understand you love your daughter. I love my daughter too. What Steffy’s doing to Hope isn’t right. She’s making this personal. Isn’t that what got us into -this mess in the first place? -This is personal. How is it not personal? It’s always been personal. Hope took her company away from her–it’s her birthright. Well, she’s okay with Carter. Well, ho-how is that the same thing? It’s not– You made a deal with Carter. Why don’t you make that same -deal with my daughter? -Because Hope doesn’t think -she did anything wrong. -Okay. Look, I know what you’re doing. You’re trying to protect your daughter. You’re trying to advocate for her–I love that about you. You’re a great mother. But it’s too late. What’s done is done. -We can’t change what happened. -I know, I know! I wish none of this happened. I don’t like what it did, especially… between the two of us. I miss you. So much. Don’t you miss me? [soft music plays] No matter what happens in my life, it seems the one constant has always been Liam and his love for Beth and Kelly. He truly is an amazing man. Wanna know a secret? [chuckles] Sure. The Daddy-daughter dance is coming up. I know! Liam will be thrilled. Nothing would keep him from being at that dance with you. -I can’t wait. -[chuckles] -DR. BUCKINGHAM: Vitals. -Stable but so far, unresponsive. Liam, do you know where you are? What happened to you? Did somebody do this to you? Why isn’t he responding? Why isn’t he waking up? I believe he suffered an intracranial hemorrhage. -What’s that? -It’s when the blood pools between the brain and the skull, preventing oxygen from reaching the brain. It only takes three to four minutes for brain cells to die without enough oxygen. Did we get that tox screen back? No drugs or alcohol in his system, Doctor. But you can help him. He’s gonna be okay. This is a life-threatening injury. We’re gonna do absolutely everything that we can. I need that CT scan STAT. Call radiology. Liam, I’m right here. I’ll fight with you. I’m right here, okay? -[flatline tone] -[alarm beeping] He’s flatlining. I need you to move away. [alarm continues] Liam! Liam! -WOMAN: Here’s a look ahead. -Will is wasting his time with that prissy Electra Forrester. Oh, Ridge, is that you? Divine. -Oh! -I thought she’d understand. How many times does my daughter have to have her heart broken? Ah! Ahh!

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Got your voicemail. Is there a problem with the baby? No, no. T The baby is fine. I called because the problem is with…you. Hey. Kai. Come on in. Thank you for seeing me on short notice. Anytime. What can I do for you? I need your opinion on something. Congressman Quartermaine offered me an incredible opportunity. What does Congressman Cain want you to do now? Nothing. Actually. Okay? This is about what he can do for me. We had a deal! Excuse me. You can’t just barge into my office like that. And you didn’t hold up your end of it! I certainly did! I stood right next to you at that press conference. I took the pictures. I smiled. Yeah, then I did my part, Drew! Then Curtis went ahead and undermined me by calling me Congressman Cain in all of the Aurora media coverage. Well, you’re gonna have to talk to Monica about that one. No, no Because Curtis is your husband, I got to deal with you, so I’m talking to you about it! You better get him under control, or I will blow your cushy little life right out of the water. It’s nice to see you, Trina. I appreciate you meeting with me. Yeah. We haven’t spoken since Ava’s trial. Kristina’s not trying to appeal the ruling, is she? No. No, no. Nothing like that. I need your help with an entirely different matter. Once the symposium was over in Miami, I thought I’d never see you again. H How can you possibly be here in Port Charles? I’m not stalking you, if that’s what you’re thinking. Isn’t that what a stalker would say? Probably. [ Both chuckle ] But it’s more a question of fate. So why does fate want you in my neck of the woods? [ Chuckles ] Fancy seeing you here. Ms. Jacks! Hi. Am I…interrupting? We have a problem. Well, I don’t see why. Sonny has underworld connections. The WSB has interests That’s not the problem. You just told me that your chat with Sonny had nothing to do with me, that he wasn’t telling you to stay away from me. I don’t believe you. Look, if you don’t want to share Bureau business with me, that’s fine. But don’t lie to me, Jack. You will never be in a position to tell me what to do again. Ever! Not after the spectacular way you wrecked our family! [ Knock on door ] Excuse me. Hello. Sorry to show up unannounced. I figure you know who I am. Of course. Sonny Corinthos. Well, Mr. Sidwell… I think it’s time we met. There’s this cutting edge operation that can fix my cracked spine. And I never knew about it, but Drew gave me some information about a doctor who’s performed the operation on a few athletes and had success. Well, I know from experience that some of these cutting edge procedures are legit and can be successful. Okay. So it’s definitely worth exploring, right? But there’s no way I can get an appointment to even meet with the doctor. And that’s where Drew comes in. Yes. Okay? He’s willing to make the arrangements on my behalf. And if the doctor says I’m a candidate for the surgery, Drew offered to cover the cost. Drew’s got plenty of money and connections, and as soon as they’re tapped… his job is done, okay? You’re the one that’s gotta go through the surgery and live with the outcome. So what matters is that you’re okay with it. I mean, I’m thinking about it. Okay? This could give me the chance to play football again. I can see how much this matters to you. More than anything. But, also, it is somewhat risky. And there’s still the possibility of an injury. And I don’t have a lot of time to decide. Is Drew pressuring you into this? No, no, not at all. It’s… It’s just the procedure’s chances of success go up the sooner it’s performed after the initial injury. What do you think I should do? First of all, I had absolutely nothing to do with Monica and Tracy’s decision to revoke your name. And, secondly, I had no idea what Curtis’ plans were for Aurora Media. Well, from now on, you make it your job to know. How? Should I get a crystal ball? Hack a computer? Bug a phone? Whatever it takes. So you’re asking me to spy on my husband now. No. I’m asking you to be proactive. If Curtis is working on something that could negatively affect me, you need to tell me about it so I can stop it. You got it? Curtis is a smart man. He’s gonna know. He’s gonna know that something is up. Make sure he doesn’t. Otherwise, he’s gonna know a whole lot of other stuff that you’d rather he didn’t. We clear? We are. [ Door opens ] She’s all yours. This a bad time? I’m actually in Port Charles for a job interview. And guess whose photo I saw on a partner’s desk as I was leaving the office. Which law firm? How many law firms is your photo in? [ Chuckles ] Miller and Davis. Oh! Okay. Did you meet with Alexis? I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting with Ms. Davis yet. I only had an interview with Ms. Miller. And I think it went well. I still need to meet with Ms. Davis before an offer can be made. So there’s a very real possibility that you could be moving here. I think there is. In that case, um… I have a confession to make. You’re not interrupting at all. You want to join me? I was just asking if I could steal this gentleman’s sugar. Oh. It’s all yours. Thank you. Sorry. I definitely interrupted. What do you mean? She was hitting on you. Oh, the old “You have sugar, I need sugar” trick? Yeah. No. [ Chuckles ] What are you doing here? I thought you had…class. Yeah. It’s funny. I did. Um, but then my professor, he wasn’t feeling well, so he canceled last minute. And I was told I had the day off. I thought I’d explore the area. Mhm. You just wound up here? Well, no, actually. I’ve seen this place’s logo on all of your to go cups. I figured the coffee must be pretty good. You come here a lot. Must be a big fan? I am. That’s very observant of you, Jacks. Hm. [Hushed] You’re shaping up to be a halfway decent agent. Carly, I know that you are a woman that is hard to forget and even harder to get over, I would imagine. But why are you so sure that Sonny, what, threatened me to leave you alone or else? Because it’s happened many times before. I know Sonny. We have kids. He feels like he has a say in my life. Well, to Sonny’s credit, he didn’t bring up your name even once. Really? I swear. It It was WSB business. Okay. But I meant what I said before. You know, secrets might be a factor in our relationship, but I can’t tolerate lies. I have to be able to trust you, Jack. That’s fine. I want you to. But you do have to understand that there are certain subjects that I cannot discuss with you. And if our worlds happen to intersect and it involves my work, for your own safety, I cannot tell you the truth. So that WSB business you were talking about with Sonny, I can’t ask you about that. You can ask, but you have to know that my answer will be a lie. Or a half truth at best. Now, is that something you can live with? Um, you got company? The women from Deception were here. We were celebrating going into business together. Since when? We just sealed the deal. And since you’re an investor in Deception, I guess you’re in business with me, as well. Shall I pour you a glass, give you the details? No, thanks. I’ll talk to Lucy later. I’m here on other business. And what other business is that? A few months ago, somebody, uh, firebombed my penthouse, and my son was badly injured. I’ve heard. It’s a terrible tragedy. Yeah, right around the time that you showed up in Port Charles. Well, I hope that you don’t think that I was involved. At first I didn’t, but then some news came to light, and it forced me to reconsider the possibility. Felicia was asking questions, and it made me realize that I might need you to take more of an active role in my baby’s life. I already told you I would. But did you really think through what that meant? Because I thought I did. And it turns out that I glossed over a few things. [ Exhales sharply ] Okay. What, uh What are you talking about, exactly? Well, the birth plan. Felicia asked if you would be participating. Then she asked if you would be supplying your medical information and if your name will be on the birth certificate once the baby is born. Yeah. I’m fine with all that. You do know that you would be committing fraud if we list you as the father, right? I’ve done worse. Right. Yeah. I mean, I guess I have, too. [Groans] This is just so much more complicated than I thought it was gonna be. Why don’t we, uh Why don’t we focus on the birth certificate once the baby’s born? Okay? Okay. You know, this would have been so much easier if I had just left town like I wanted to. But Michael wanted me to stay, so I stayed. He wants to be around his kid, even if it’s from a distance. But that’s the problem. It’s his kid! If Willow finds out that I got pregnant while they were still married, she’s gonna use it to get full custody of Willy and Amelia! Which is why I’m pretending to be the father. But for how long? Months? Years? I wanted to meet with you because I had some questions about what went down at the Quartermaine estate yesterday. Oh, you mean when the city tried to bulldoze down an entire family’s resting place. Oh. I’m more focused on Emma Scorpio Drake’s actions that day. I know she’s a friend, but I also know from experience that you tell the truth, even when it doesn’t benefit your friends. Look, I don’t know what more I can tell you. I I live streamed the whole thing. Everything that happened was right there. Why are you so interested in Emma? The last I heard, her charges got dropped. Those specific charges were, but while processing her arrest, some troubling things came up in her record. She’s never said anything about her record. What about her previous college? Has she talked about why she was expelled? No. But with all due respect, why is a New York ADA so concerned about what happened all the way across the country? What could you need to confess? Well, first off, I still want to replace your shirt. Um… But what happened… that’s not me. I don’t get drunk and pick up guys at a bar. It’s not like we slept together. I just… Random hookups aren’t my thing. Mine either. But on the flip side, I’m not ready for a huge commitment, so if you are moving here for me Let Let me stop you before you embarrass us both. I reached out because I was surprised and pleased to see that you live here. I really enjoyed spending time with you that night. And, yes, I find you attractive. Really? Really. But I’m not plotting to get you into bed or try to make you my husband. [ Chuckles ] I just thought we could get to know each other better. Especially if I get that job. I swear. I am normally not this neurotic. It’s just I’m still very embarrassed by what happened. [ Stammers ] You were so kind to me, and I just wanted a chance to get to know you better. Well, now’s your chance. What was that all about? What do you want, Brad? A promotion and a four day work week would be nice. Yeah. No. It would. It’s not gonna happen. Get out. W I thought we were cool. You know, since I took care of certain “things”? Certain things? So the certain things that you took care of, they wound up in Drew’s possession. Why don’t you go and tell me how much money you got from that? What? Go ahead. Nothing! He didn’t get anything from me, I swear! Well, then how does he have it?! How does he have the very thing that you promised to destroy, Brad? I [ Groans ] It must have been my Aunt Selina. I’m sorry. What? So not only did you keep the evidence, but you gave it to your Mobbed up aunt? Wow, Brad. You are unbelievable. [ Scoffs ] You know what? Well, at least our little arrangement is now null and void. Wha I I don’t know. I can always just get back in the system and get another copy. No. I’m sorry. You can’t. Because I already took care of that. The only thing for us to take care of now is ironing out your severance. Hey, man, I’m the last person to tell you not to take this one in a million shot. I did. And it paid off. And how did you make the decision to just go for it? I trusted my wife. She provided the miracle. And it doesn’t hurt that she’s a brilliant doctor. But Drew isn’t. So before you get your hopes up, my advice would be to get your procedure medically vetted. Now, you could ask Portia. She’ll give you an honest assessment. Okay. A And if she says it’s legit… Well, then, um, you got a tough choice to make. Mmm! I can see why you like it here. The coffee is great, and I’m sure the croissants are good, too. Good coffee doesn’t necessarily mean good croissants, but… Mhm. Except the past four customers have all ordered one. So they must be pretty good. Alright. You can give your keen observational skills a rest. You’re off the clock. I’m never off the clock. Well, nobody likes a suck up. Here’s my observation. You played volleyball, right? Given how adaptable and driven you are, I’m guessing you were an outside hitter. I was. You played? I was a setter for my college team. But I had to stop because I was…too competitive. Ah, well, I have heard that one before. From my best friend, Trina, and my brother Michael. You must really miss them. I do. Not enough to quit. Just checkin’. I’m gonna snag us some croissants before they’re gone. I don’t want your security needs to be a blanket excuse for you to deceive me whenever it suits you. And I don’t want your job to make it so you don’t have to be accountable for yourself. Look, I know. I know I’m asking for a lot of leeway here. But there is something that I can tell you. I’m never gonna manipulate you or use you or intentionally hurt you, not ever. If you give me your trust, I promise I will not take advantage of it. I mean, that’s a big “if,” right? I just feel like the odds of my heart getting broken by you are pretty good here. You got to understand. I got a lot on the line here, too. I mean, I I am breaking the cardinal rule of the WSB. Never to form emotional attachments. Emotional attachments? Yeah. But with you… I am helpless. Wow. We’ve gotten ourselves into quite a mess here, huh? So what do you want to do about it? What new information have you discovered? The person who planted the device is a hired hitter. Wha Correction. Was a hired hitter. Before I came here, somebody informed me that he was expired. Huh. What a coincidence. Does the name Soliski ring any bells for you? Not a one. That’s kind of interesting because, you know, he worked all over the world. Including Africa. Isn’t that where you based your operation? Yes, yes. Yeah? I’m sure Mr. Morgan told you all about my compound in Somalia. Right. Um… But Africa is a very big continent with a very large population. And the odds of me being connected to any specific person also doing business there, well, they’re very low. I’m a cautious man. I don’t like coincidences. Mr. Corinthos… you seem to think that I want to get rid of you. No. The truth is… I want the exact opposite. I’m only concerned with Emma’s legal problems because of who her grandmother is. Police Commissioner Devane is in a position of civic trust. If she’s using her influence to shield her granddaughter’s wrongdoings, that merits investigation. Well, it sounds like to me then you have an issue with Anna Devane, not Emma. And I have no connection with Anna, so I can’t help you. I completely understand. Thank you for meeting with me. Yeah. Well, it took me a long time to settle on medicine, but once I did, I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I worked for a while in Boston, but then when there was an opening at General Hospital, I was more than happy to make the move. I spent a few years in Manhattan working at this big, prestigious law firm. [Sighs] The long hours ground me down. My tennis game went to hell, and so did my love life. Mhm! I take it you’ve never been married? Nope. [ Chuckles ] But speaking of marriage, how are things with you and your ex husband? Please, please, please. You can’t fire me, Dr. Robinson. Really? After the way that you treated me? No. I owe you no favors. I’m sorry! Please! Just give me another chance! [ Groans ] [ Knock on door ] Yes? Kai: Dr. Robinson, it’s Kai Taylor! Oh! Come in! Hey, Dr. Robinson. Oh, I hope I’m not interrupting. You kind of are. You’re not interrupting. Bye, Brad. We’re done? Yes. But don’t go far. We have a lot to discuss. Okay. I’ll just be in the lab doing work that saves lives. Bye, Brad. Hey. Come on in. Have a seat. How can I help you? Well, I’ve been offered a chance at having experimental surgery that might make it possible for me to play football again. But I wanted a second opinion, so Curtis suggested I come talk to you. Oh, well, I’m happy to help you. I want to give my baby the best life possible, but how can I do that when I’m starting off by lying to their whole family? I love Felicia, and I love my family. I know, I know, but we got to take this just one step at a time. Especially since Michael’s not here. [ Sighs ] And we still don’t know when he will be. Yeah. All I know is that, uh, he’s he’s putting in the work and he’s getting better. All you got to do is stay the course until he gets back. I’m trying. You’re doing great. If it gets to be too much, you know, I’m right here. I can help. Michael is really lucky to have you. You’re, like, the greatest uncle ever. I don’t I don’t know about that. But I promised Michael I’d be here. And there’s nothing I wouldn’t do for him. So, uh, for the foreseeable future… …you and I are in this together. I’ve done business all over the world, and in my experience, if you want to operate out of any port, you need a stable ecosystem. Now, will there be criminal elements? Always. But as long as they are contained, there’s peace. And my research has taught me that you are very good at maintaining the peace. So, you see, your continued presence is crucial to my success. You expect me to believe that you’re gonna run a legitimate business? [ Laughs ] Yes. Yes, I do. Right. I don’t see you as a rival. I see you as someone who will maintain the status quo so my business can thrive. Obviously, you’re a man of great wealth, but it’s hard for me to imagine that you you got that by sticking with the status quo. I can understand your reluctance to trust me. Perhaps in a gesture of good faith, I can aid you in finding justice for your son Michael. I have a son, so I know what you’re going through. Allow me to use my resources to find the culprit. No, thank you. I’ll handle it. I’m sure. But if there’s anything you need… I’ll let you know. Good luck with your business dealings. Thank you. As long as they don’t interfere with mine. I can live with not knowing the things you can’t tell me. Well, I can live with the risk to my well being if that means I have any chance of a future with you. To hell with doing the smart thing. Hmm. Ohh, I would love to take this up to my room, but I have somewhere I have to be. Where? Just kidding! Oh! Uh [ Laughs ] Excuse me. Thanks for your help. Mm hmm. Last one. You should have it. That’s fine. I insist. We could have each had one if I hadn’t been so clumsy. Yeah. You’re not usually such a klutz. Guess we all have our moments. Yeah, I guess so. What’s so urgent? Usually you take your shots at me in print, so why the need for a face to face? You need to leave Kai Taylor alone. He’s vulnerable, and he doesn’t need you messing with his head, getting his hopes up for what may not happen. What are you talking about? Kai Taylor had football ripped away from him, and since then, he’s been trying to put his life and his sense of self back together. And here you come, swooping in all cavalierly, giving him a chance at the impossible. It’s not impossible. The success rate of the procedure is actually very high. I thought you, of all people, would appreciate a long shot finally paying off. What if the procedure doesn’t work out for him? He is going to have to recover from another surgery, and it will wreck him again! There are no guarantees. You know that. Tell that to the college kid whose dreams are riding on that long shot. And if the procedure doesn’t work out for Kai and he’s out of football for good, I’m guessing the “benevolent godfather” act will disappear. Am I right? Portia: You’re right. This is a very cutting edge procedure. It’s not my area of expertise, but I’m more than happy to look into it and do some research for you. Thank you, Dr. Robinson. You know, that that’d make me feel a lot better. It’s my pleasure. How did you hear about it? Was it your coach or physical therapist? No. Congressman Quartermaine. He even offered to pay for the surgery, since my insurance won’t cover it. I see. Um, did you talk to your parents about this? Because your parents would need to know about it, as well. Not yet. I wanted to wait till I knew the procedure was a legitimate possibility. Okay, well, I’ll let you know what I find out. Thank you, Dr. Robinson. I really do appreciate this. I’ve been avoiding my ex since I got back. I thought you said you two worked together. Good memory. Yeah. We do. And I know my luck will run out at some point and we will run into each other. It does seem kind of hard to avoid. But in the meantime, I have to clean up this big mess that he made. What kind of mess? I’m pretty sure I told you that he manipulated his way into that symposium. Yes. you did. Well, without getting into details, he crossed a line, and I have to make things right for the person he wronged. Why is that your responsibility? I don’t know. Guilt? But once I take care of that, I can finally put him behind me. Hmm. Well… good luck with that. Hey. Hey. [ Chuckles ] How did we start talking about me again? I want to hear about you. I’m afraid that’ll have to wait till another time. I really do have a meeting. But I’ll be in town for a few more days. So if you want to know more about me, you’ll have to agree to see me again. Well… I’d like that a lot. Who was that? I can see why these are such a hit. Have the other half. I’m good. Besides, I have to get back to work. Oh. Okay. Well… thanks for the pastry. Enjoy the rest of your afternoon off. Hm. Well? Alright. Let’s forget about Marco for a second Marco? He is cute. Well, I noticed that someone didn’t come home last night. What, are you checking up on me? We live in the same house. I don’t need to “check up.” I realize that, but Donna was with Sonny, and you are a grown man, so I thought you’d be okay at home without me. And I would have been, if you would have given me the common courtesy to let me know that you had plans. As it was, yeah, I was I was worried. Okay. Sorry. It must have slipped my mind. Or you just didn’t want me to know that you’d be with Jack Brennan. Can you blame me? Everyone and their cat has lectured me about it. And from what I noticed at your table, it seems like you decided not to listen to any of it. Well, after careful consideration, which I did, I decided to let things play out. Well, you should know that Jason came and visited me at work today. He’s worried about you. And you know he is not one to panic easily. Yeah. I know. So feel free to ignore me, but please take his concerns seriously. Okay. I am so sick of everyone and their concerns! It’s not gonna change my mind about Jack, so please don’t fight me on this. I I won’t. But… I have a feeling that Jason won’t back down so easily. I don’t know what little game you’re playing. But Sonny’s smart. He’s dangerous. You don’t want him as an enemy. It’s impolite to eavesdrop. I hope you meant every word you said. I hope you don’t have any designs on Sonny’s territory, because I would strongly encourage you to reconsider. Are you saying that for my safety or for your own? Oh, no. I’m not in any danger. Sonny and I are friends. [ Laughs ] Yeah. Then why’d you scurry off when he arrived? Could it be that he doesn’t know that I’m your ex husband any more than your cohorts at Deception do, hmm? Could that be the reason? By keeping your mouth shut, Natalia, you’ve already betrayed everyone. So your threat to out me is ridiculous. You’d only be hurting yourself. It might be worth it. Because Sonny and those women should know how dangerous you are. Well, that wouldn’t be good for your health. Thank you for coming. To be perfectly honest, I’m surprised you accepted my invitation. Well, I was already in the building looking for Lucy Coe, and I got the text that wanted to have a sit down with me. Lucy is not in her office, so here I am. Well, you must not have told Diane Miller. If you had, you wouldn’t be sitting here alone. Well, you know, you worked so hard at trying to get Ava convicted that I thought I’d have a conversation with you this time. For the record, I am very sorry I couldn’t get justice for Kristina and your granddaughter. You did the best you could. I’m somewhat new to Port Charles, so I had to do my due diligence in preparation for that case, and I noticed something… interesting. Yeah? What’s that? That despite you having been the subject of multiple investigations, trials, and even some convictions, you’ve managed to do quite well for yourself. You’ve even closely aligned yourself with the city’s most prominent leaders, including the Mayor and the Police Commissioner. What can I say? People like me. Even when associating with someone like you could hurt their careers? That’s, um… harder to understand. True friendship rises above, uh, you know, rumors and innuendos. [ Chuckles ] That’s it, huh? Let me give you a friendly piece of advice, Ms. Turner. If you’re fishing for something… cut bait. Why are you here? You had the afternoon off. Yeah, I did. Um… But there was something that I wanted to ask you. Go ahead. I [ Door opens ] Afternoon, all. Vaughn: Didn’t know you were coming today. Well, I wanted an update on Ms. Jacks’ progress. Her progress is good. She’s working hard and consistently passed all of her tests. Does this mean… Ms. Jacks is ready to graduate. And I’m ready to get back in the field. That’s a conversation for another time. I didn’t sign up to be a trainer. I want to be back in the field. Watch yourself. Ever since Romania, we can’t afford to have you out there. It’s gonna be a long time before you’re doing anything but training recruits. You get me? Please. Don’t send me back to my Aunt Selina. I need this job more than you know. Fine. I’ll let you stay. But only because I might need your help in the future. Great. I I’m here to help. Love helping. If I call on you, you better come through. Whatever you need. Whenever you need it. I promise. You better mean it, Brad. Because from now on, I own your ass. I am literally just trying to help him. Don’t let your grudge against me potentially rob that young man of a life changing opportunity. I’m trying to protect him from being used by you. I’m not the problem here, Curtis! You are. [ Knock on door ] Oh, my gosh. Hi. What a pleasant surprise. Come in. I needed to tell you something. Trina: Okay. What? It’s a long shot, but there may be a way for me to play football again. ADA Turner: I’m not fishing. I just thought it would be smart to get to know you better, Mr. Corinthos. I don’t think your bosses would like that. No one tells me what to do. I guess we have that in common. Well, I hope I satisfied your curiosity. Uh, I actually still have some questions. I’m all out of answers. See you next time… Ms. Turner. Alright, well, I should go to the kitchen and start dinner. Whoa! Are you okay? The baby just kicked for the first time! [ Laughs ] You were there when the baby moved the first time, too. Guess I have good timing. [ Laughs ] You want in on the action, Dad? Mnh. I don’t know. [ Laughs ] Come on! [ Chuckles ] Wow. That That was a strong kick. [ Laughs ] Are you threatening me, Jenz? [ Scoffs ] [ Knock on door ] Excuse me. Hey, Dad. Sorry I’m late. Come on in. Mom. What are you doing here? I believe we have an understanding now, don’t we? Yes, sir. We do. I’ll give you and Ms. Jacks some privacy to discuss next steps. Vaughn, wait! Um, Agent Brennan, there’s something you should know. Earlier today, I saw Vaughn receive a suspicious drop off. At first, I thought that it was maybe a mission sanctioned by the WSB, but now I’m not so sure.

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[phone buzzing] Is your day so boring, you have nothing better to do than call your wife? I missed you. How’s it going? Ted, for the first time in forever, I have no appointments scheduled. I’m about to check to see if hell has frozen over. Wait, you have no appointments?

Well, not exactly.

Ah.

I knew it was too good to be true.

[laughs] It’s not much, really. I’m meeting Vanessa at the club, and then I have a call with Eva about plans for the anniversary party. We’re gonna talk catering and music. There’s some new DJ that she wants to run past me. Mm. Nicole, how is it that your “no appointments” would fill anyone else’s calendar? Hush and let me think I have a lazy afternoon for a change. How about you? Paperwork. And a consult with a 20-something-year-old model. Ah, spending time with a younger, beautiful woman.

Poor baby.

[chuckles] I have to try to convince her that she doesn’t need more surgery.

Wish me luck.

Luck. Are you sure you don’t want to ditch these anniversary party plans for a trip to Maui instead? For old times’ sake. We can leave right now. You have a patient to convince, and the party wheels are already in motion. [knocking] Oh, and that would be my next appointment. How do you find so much time to be kicking it at the casino? Shouldn’t you, uh, have your hands on some hearts or something? Haven’t missed any surgeries yet. Mm. Okay, I may have rescheduled a few minor procedures, but nothing that would put a patient’s health at risk. Shifting schedules– couldn’t that get you in trouble? We have this new heart machine in development. It still needs to go through a few trials. So whenever I need to take some time off, I tell my crew I’m going to work on that. [laughs] So you’re finessing your whole squad?

It’s not like that.

Eh. Once I confirm the machine is safe, I’ll use it. But if being a little overly cautious buys me some extra time without harming any patients, no harm, no foul. Even with the late nights you put in at the tables? Hey, when do I do a late night? I never do early morning surgeries. Since when do you run me down for my schedules? No. Nah, man. It– Look, it’s not like that. I’m just… I’m worried about your losing streak. Yeah. Tell me about it. How do you plan on paying Joey back? You know that man does not play about his money. I’m just gonna get on these tables and win what I owe.

[sighs]

My luck is about to change. I can feel it. Feel it? Feeling doesn’t get Joey paid, Doug. You need to start using those hefty hospital checks and get some installments in to him. Nah, takes too much time. [scoffs] And what’s the fun of gambling on layaway?

Bill: Coffee and juice?

CAROLINE: Already ordered. It’ll put them at ease. I got to say, Caroline, your knowledge of these women and their personal concerns has been invaluable. Well, like you, I protect my interests. Mm-hmm. And Mike? Uh, he’s had a couple of watercooler conversations with staff proclaiming his innocence and two more closed-door meetings with partners. Okay. Times and dates? Recorded, verified, and in the file. All access restriction

solely to you.

Okay.

Is there anything else you need?

Uh, yes.

Revisions to the agreement.

Right there.

Okay.

And I printed out the statute you requested. All right. Okay. Should I be at my desk to greet Naomi? Nah. It’s more fun for her if we allow her to arrive unannounced. [knocking] Naomi. It’s good to see that you learned from your prior mistake and arrived early. You’ve got jokes. And what I have is the law on my side. Let’s see. So many choices. I can have you censured, suspended indefinitely, or– my personal favorite– disbarred. What’ll it be, Counselor? Uh-oh. We need to cut this short. Last thing you need is your wife asking too many questions. Wow. You look even more stunning than usual.

[chuckles]

What’s the occasion? Just meeting a client. Special client? All my clients are special, Doug.

That’s how I keep my sales and commissions high.

I know, but, damn,

you look extra good today, baby.

[chuckles] Do you always dress like this when you show houses? I saw Randy scurrying off.

What was that about?

Ah. You know you always make my boy nervous, Vanessa. Isn’t that type of condition counterproductive for him in his current job? I don’t know what you mean. Oh, come on, Doug. You must know Randy works for Joey Armstrong. I presume you’re referring to Rule 4.2, which relates to speaking to an attorney’s clients without said attorney being present. So, you read up on the relevant statute. I thought you were better than this, Naomi. Storming in here, threatening to have me disbarred

because of your own mistake.

Mm. I was deliberately misinformed. [chuckles softly] Paranoid much, Naomi? Hmm? You know I don’t handle those things. It was Caroline who confirmed the time of the meeting. Didn’t you, Caroline? So if it wasn’t your error, it must have been hers. Caroline? I’m sorry, Naomi. I apologize for my carelessness. No need. We all know it wasn’t an accident. It was deliberate, and you were told to do so. [knocking] I’ll get that. Please come in. Perfect timing, ladies. So… I need you to confirm something for your attorney. At our last meeting, did I at any time say that I did not want your attorney present? You didn’t say that, no. STEFANIA: Naomi, we’re glad to see you. Please. Let’s get down to the business at hand, shall we? The law offices of Bill Hamilton, Esquire, are prepared to make you an offer that you won’t want to refuse. It’s not like that. Randy has had a hard way to go ever since we were kids. When I went off to college and med school, Randy got stuck flailing around the old neighborhood. Throughout the years, I tried to steer him in the right direction of being a little bit more respectable in doing things, and he just insists on doing these little odd jobs for Joey. And he insists that there’s nothing incriminating or nothing illegal.

That’s a relief, I suppose.

It is, but… I still worry about him. Worry about yourself, Doug. Like you said, Randy’s used to moving in that world. He knows how to stay safe in it. But you? Look at your concern for me. I haven’t seen this side of you in a long time. Maybe I’m making too much of it. I mean, what use would Joey Armstrong have for a cardiac surgeon? Still, I think you should steer clear of too much contact with Randy, old BFFs or not. I hear you. But what about you? Are you gonna take your own advice? Me? Why? What use does Joey Armstrong have for a Realtor? You have us on the edge of our seats, Counselor. What’s the offer? How does $million– each– sound? A million dollars? Each? How soon? If you’re referring to Mr. Armstrong… Oh, Mr. Armstrong. I assure you, my relationship with him is squeaky-clean. I’ve been helping him buy a house for his elderly mother. Nothing remotely illegal about that. Fair enough. You’re bothered by it? Not if you aren’t. I’m sorry, I’ve been under a ton of stress. You’ve been working a lot. Yeah, I know. Hospital schedule’s kicking my butt. I’ve noticed. Maybe you should back off on the surgeries. Seems like you’re in the operating room at all hours of the day and night. Yes. [laughs] That situation won’t last much longer. I promise. Now, imagine what each of you can do with that much cash. Hmm? Could travel, start a business. And if you invest wisely, you might not have to work again. That’s unlikely. A million dollars doesn’t buy what it used to. True. True. That’s true. But if you do choose to work, you’re welcome back to the firm. With a hefty raise, of course.

We’ll take that under consideration.

Well, that’s not all, Naomi. [chuckles softly] Far from it. The firm recognizes that some of our policies and procedures might need review, and we’d like for you all to help us make the workplace better for the rest of the employees. And what would that look like? Well, we want to set up a committee to review our anti-harassment policies, and you three would be that committee. Yeah. You’d be responsible for letting us know how and where we can improve. And Mike Davis will be the first to toe the line and will follow any recommendations that you make. This firm is committed to a zero tolerance policy with respect to inappropriate behavior.

So nothing like what seems to have happened to you all…

NAOMI: No, no, no, no. There’s no “seems” about it. …will ever happen to anyone else at this firm. Not on my watch. Do we have a deal? I’d like to confer with my clients. Alone. Of course. Feel free to use my office. Oh, and don’t worry– there are no hidden microphones or cameras in here. I’ll have Caroline bring in coffee and pastries. Becky, you’re fond of the chocolate chip muffins from Orphey Gene’s, right? I am. Thanks. Great. Oh. [chuckles softly] I don’t know how it slipped my mind, but I took the liberty of drafting up a settlement agreement. This way, if you decide to put this matter to rest today and get your money as soon as possible, we can expedite that for you. Subject to your review, of course. Oh, of course.

[door closes]

We can’t thank you enough. To get an offer like that without even going to court? That never would have happened without you, Naomi. This seems like good news, but let’s look this over before we get too excited.

Too late.

[chuckling] Whoa! Doug. [chuckles] Oh. Sorry. I wasn’t paying attention. Where are you off to in such a hurry? I got some business I need to handle. Is everything okay? You seem a little… anxious. Keep your shrink hat off. We’re just talking here. Nicole, I’m fine. I was not psychoanalyzing you. I’m just showing concern for a friend. After almost knocking you down and clapping back, I understand why. I’m here to assure you, there’s no cause for alarm. The other day, uh, Vanessa mentioned that you’re working morning, noon, and night. Maybe you should take some time off. Doctor’s orders? If I need to prescribe a vacation, I’d be happy to. I know Vanessa would jump at the chance of having some downtime with you. I don’t know about that. Ships passing in the night seems to work for us. I was under the impression that she misses you. Well, she does. Until I’m underfoot 24-7. I’m sure Ted gets on your nerves from time to time. Uh, hey, we are talking about you and Vanessa here. Ah. So that’s a yes.

And if you tell him, I will deny it.

[chuckles]

Well, same goes.

[chuckling] Well, you had something to do. I’m taking up way too much of your time. This is a good reminder how I need to slow down and just breathe. And obviously watch where I’m going. [both chuckle] Thank you. [phone buzzing] Eva, how’s it going? No, no, no, it’s not a bother. I can spare a few minutes. I’m seeing it in print, and I still can’t believe it.

A million dollars.

Each. And we get our jobs back. And we get to put an end to harassment at the firm. No one else would have to go through what we did.

Carrie: I am so glad this is all over. And I know exactly what I’m gonna do with that million dollars. Mama’s getting a new pair of shoes. [gasps] All the shoes. I almost hate to admit it, but… I miss my job. Naomi, is it good? Can we get Bill back in here and collect our money?

Is something wrong?

How could anything be wrong? This is a great deal. It’s a win for all of us all around. This would be a good settlement if it was worth the paper it was written on. Nice place. I especially like the view. I always enjoy my visits here. You’re not a member? They denied my application.

I can’t imagine why.

I know. I pride myself on being delightful company. You’re looking particularly edible today, Vanessa. That is a unique compliment.

[chuckles]

[chuckles] Sorry. I was watching one of my cooking videos earlier, and I guess I still have tasty topics on my mind. That’s okay. You’re looking quite yummy yourself. Tell us what you found. My father swung the million-dollar number at you, but that’s nowhere near what you’ll be taking home. Because of your share. We understand that. Not just that. When you get a lump sum check like that, you pay a massive amount in taxes. Okay, I get that. But we’ll make a lot more with the raises when we get our jobs back. Do you really want to return to a firm that has fired you once already? Because there’s nothing in here that will keep Bill Hamilton from firing you the day after he hires you back. Think about it. No matter how good you are at your job, they can and likely will find fault. They’ll gather evidence, excuses to fire you again and in a way that you can’t complain about. But we’ll be running the committee and reviewing the firm’s policies. Once we improve things around there, the other employees will be grateful to us. NAOMI: What makes you think the firm will listen to anything you say? That Mike Davis will actually change his ways? Once you give up your claims against the firm and waive your right to pursue any further legal action related to the issue, you put your fates back in Bill Hamilton’s hands. What about this one? It’s nice. Nice. Okay. It would be helpful if you could tell me a little more about your mother’s taste. Well, it’s difficult to describe, but… I’ll know it when I see it. Fine. How about this little gem? It’s very pretty, but it has a steep driveway and my mother likes to bring in her own mail. Good point. Something that would be more accessible for an elderly lady. Um… What? Yes, my mother needs a home designed for someone her age, but… don’t ever refer to her as elderly.

She’ll take your head off.

[chuckles softly] She can be a bit ornery. Okay. Well, uh, sounds like a woman with some pepper. I look forward to meeting her. You do? Of course. We strong ladies need to stick together. I’m sure when I take her to check out some properties, we’ll get along great. I’m sure. I didn’t realize our reservation was for three. Did you clock their expressions when I dropped the million-dollar offer? They were stunned.

Like I was.

What? You read the… you read the settlement. You knew what was coming. I’m not talking about today. When it first came across my desk, I couldn’t believe how much you were offering each plaintiff. Listen, I want to make this whole thing go away as quickly and quietly as possible. Well, I do think you want to repair the rift between you and your daughters. And facing Naomi in court would have the opposite effect. Look, I’ll admit that… maybe that notion was in the back of my mind when I was considering the settlement, but that wasn’t my priority. You know, what I considered was how a harassment and hostile work environment lawsuit would affect my firm. I’ll pay any price to preserve my legacy.

For?

My daughters. You know? You got to have at least one parent to look up to and be proud of. It’s not gonna be Dani Dupree, with her gun-waving, golf club-slinging, left hook-having ass. Naomi definitely takes after you. She came in hot with the law on her side… threatening to have you disbarred from meeting with her clients without her. And you can expect a bonus for your conciliatory gesture in there.

All in a day’s work.

Oh. Then I don’t have to worry about the bonus. Uh, nice try, Counselor. Now you have to double it. [chuckles] Ah, well played. Little something I picked up watching you and Naomi spar when she was in law school.

Mm.

[chuckles softly] Most people eat cheesy puffs and watch game shows on a study break. She’d come here and argue cases with you,

sharpening her skills.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Boy, she was a… she was a spitfire. Yeah, she still is. You know, part of me wants to-to get in the courtroom against her, go toe to toe, see who comes out on top. And if she keeps pushing, I’m telling you, that’s what’s gonna happen. And I will not back down. I didn’t have mercy on her when she was a student. I will not have mercy on her now when she has her own shingle.

No, my gut tells me it won’t come to that.

Mm. I worked with those women for years. I bet Carrie is online buying shoes as we speak. [chuckles softly] Like you said, it’s an offer they won’t want to refuse. They won’t. But Naomi might. I don’t know. It sounded so great when he explained it to us. He’s a lawyer. That’s his job. The money would be really sweet, though. And to get our jobs back. If they treat us right. NAOMI: That’s a big if. What was it like for you, walking back in here today? Well, none of the other women made eye contact with us. And how long do you think it’ll take for that to die down

after you get back?

[scoffs] A while. Since we’ll be riding high off our hefty payday. None of the other support staff will ever see this kind of money. We wouldn’t have even seen it if Mike wasn’t a perv. STEFANIA: Nobody needs to know how much money we got. We can make the terms confidential. Do you think they’ll stay that way?

Carrie: Oh, it’ll get out. I mean, none of us will blab, but… Mike still works here. And when we walked in… What? Did he confront you? What did he say? Not one thing.

He just stared.

[groans] I already thought he was skeevy, and I’d never have wanted to be alone with him again. But now? Now he hates us. Do we really want to face that every day? He’s just one partner.

How do you think the other partners will react?

Carrie: You know Mike would turn the others against us. And that wouldn’t take much, especially since the $3 million would be coming out of all their pockets. Okay. In light of everything we’ve discussed, what are your thoughts? That, despite all that, I could really use the money. Even after taxes, there’d be enough left over to buy a house. Pay off student loans. And hospital bills. Whatever you want, that’s what we’ll do. Naomi, I have a question. Ask me anything. Are you telling us to turn down the settlement because it’s good for us? Or good for you? Which patient is keeping you up tonight? Guess. [chuckles softly] Sherry Carter again? What is it with you and that lady? I don’t know. That’s the problem. A woman is suicidal but is convinced after talking with me for mere minutes that she can face and handle all of her problems without any further assistance from me? Maybe she’s seeing someone else. None of the colleagues that I recommended. I checked. And she sought me out again. To confirm how well she’s doing. If the woman doesn’t want help, your hands are tied. I hear you now. And I heard what you said before. I won’t try to find her. That’s a start, at least. But she is a mystery I can’t crack. How about you slip… back into bed so I can give you something far better to think about? Mmm. Is that a promise, hubby?

It’s a lifetime warranty, wifey.

[chuckles] And I guarantee to keep it coming as many times

as you’re satisfied.

Mmm.

I do like the way that sounds.

Yeah? [Nicole chuckling] Nicole! [chuckles] Have you met my new client Mr. Armstrong? I’m sure I would remember meeting such a lovely and gracious lady. However, I am aware of Dr. Richardson’s work and her service to the community. Nicole is a pillar. I do what I can. Pleased to meet you, Mr. Armstrong. You know, when I read about your latest honor, it got me thinking about the importance of mental health. You wouldn’t know of any clinics in need of a benefactor, would you? I can get your contact from Vanessa and have my assistant send you some names. I appreciate that. I do believe that those of us who are fortunate should spread our blessings around.

Now you sound like my father.

I read Senator Dupree’s book. He’s a very inspiring man, as is his daughter. I will let my father know he has yet another fan. You do that. Vanessa, I’ll be in touch soon about what we discussed. Of course, Mr. Armstrong. Ladies. Joey Armstrong? Really? Before you start talking trash about my client, remember, he’s read your daddy’s book. That was slick. I’ll give him that. He’s more than that, Nicole. He’s well-read, considerate, observant. [sighs] Great cook. How well have you gotten to know him? He’s a client. Period.

And his reputation?

The man is innocent until proven guilty. And commissions can come from any damn body. I know people speculate about Joey, but he’s really a sweet guy. He wants to buy a home for his elderly mom. That’s laudable. And he is a charmer. I will give him that. And I’m sure you admire more than just his charm. Eh. I can take or leave him. I just watched you drool over the man while he walked away. It is a nice view. Okay, the guy is fine. Better? Yeah. And dangerous. I suppose Joey Armstrong might tend to walk on the wild side, based on some of what I’ve read in my research.

Due diligence?

I research all my clients. And I even watched a few of his cooking videos. He’s got a great recipe for tortellini. And are you tempted by his tortellini? Girl, you know me. I’m always tempted. [chuckles softly] Whether I act on it or not is another story. Yeah, I know you stray. Just like I know you don’t. And, still, you’re my dearest friend. Why is that? Opposites attract. You ground me, and I spice up your humdrum life.

[scoffs, chuckles]

[chuckles] So tell me about your plans for your upcoming anniversary. I want to see if I approve. Oh, Ted and I, we’re gonna mark the day with a quiet little dinner. But Eva, my temporary assistant– you met her– convinced us that some kind of a celebration is in order. So we’re just gonna throw a little party here at the country club. Do you approve? I always approve of festivities

that involve me drinking champagne.

[chuckles] And you and Ted and your sickeningly happy marriage particularly deserve to be honored. I cannot believe how fast time goes by. It feels like yesterday Ted and I met at the medical conference on Maui. [sighs] After that very first night, where we watched the sunrise together. No wonder you knew Ted was your forever person. Oh, from the second I laid eyes on him. I felt like that about Doug once. Doug had game. Whatever game he once had has long since ended. The audience has left the bleachers and gone home. Okay. Real talk– if you don’t love Doug anymore, why don’t you just make a clean break? Okay. So… what’s the verdict? What? We’ll take our chances in court. [chuckles] Could’ve just said that without all the drama. But you are your mother’s daughter, after all. [chuckles softly] Very well. Court it is. You’d better get ready to be buried in discovery demands. Anything you can dish out, I can take. Naomi? A word, please. In private. I’ll see you guys later. We have a lot to discuss.

[scoffs]

[door closes] Do you really hate me that much? I stay with Doug because it’s too complicated to separate our lives. Vanessa, your extracurricular activities are anything but complicated. And the hazards involved in that… Are the same hazards I’d be facing as a divorced woman. I want more for you. I love Doug. No, we’re not in love anymore, and that’s okay. We have an arrangement that works for both of us. Ugh. I can’t imagine a marriage like that. The thought of saying Ted and I have an arrangement that works, that just breaks my heart. This isn’t personal. It’s… Do you remember that video you’d bring out on my birthdays, where I was sprawled out on the living room rug with a law book that was bigger than me? [chuckles softly] Mm-hmm. You were three. I didn’t even know how to read yet. But I knew how to turn the page slowly, stop, and think. Because that’s what my daddy, the lawyer, did. You love the law. And you taught me to do the same. You taught me to challenge it and to study it and to respect its power. Not because it was perfect but… because it could be a tool to create something better. I don’t hate you, Dad. I’m very glad to hear you say that. What I need you to hear is that bringing this lawsuit is not an attack on you. I am just being the lawyer you raised me to be, doing my duty as an attorney to serve my clients… To the best of your ability. And you completely disregarded that pledge by rejecting a perfectly reasonable and beneficial settlement offer. It was full of holes, and you know it. You’re doing this for yourself, Naomi…

[scoffs]

…not them. And indulging in a-a petty personal vendetta at the expense of the women you represent. And you’re doing this for your mother. Who is not your client. All to get back at me. Yes, I love my mother. And, yes, you damn well did her wrong. Sleeping with someone I consider a friend, then divorcing her to marry the little cheat. But, Dad, this isn’t about you. The hell it isn’t. Vanessa and I are almost done.

Hungry?

TED: I’m starving. Wiped. And I have one more patient to see. [chuckles] Let’s just do takeout from Orphey Gene’s rather than going someplace. That sounds like a perfect date night to me. This from a man who wanted to hop a flight to Maui. [chuckles] Maui’s gonna have to wait. After a long day like today, I’d rather be in my very own house with my very own wife and loving my very own life. I like how that sounds. Okay, got to run. I will see you soon with takeout from Orphey Gene’s. Don’t forget the biscuits. You know it. Okay. Back to Joey Armstrong. Why can’t you let that go? Because I would not be a good friend if I didn’t give you unsolicited advice. You certainly wouldn’t be Nicole Dupree Richardson if you didn’t. And although I know you are a grown-ass woman who makes her own choices… …and might be interested in a taste for a particular walk on a wild side… I have no intention… Just a reminder– there are walks you take and walks that take you. And I am worried Joey Armstrong is the latter. If I was interested in going there, which I’m not… Say that to somebody who doesn’t know you. Joey is fine and charming as hell, but he has a reputation for risky business ventures. And, Vanessa, I just… [sighs] I don’t want you to get hurt. I really think you should take a pass on this one. For the love of God, Nicole, I’m not going to run off with the man. I’m just trying to sell him a house. You sure? You know me. I’m all about self-preservation. I’ll take my boring life with Doug over excitement with a dangerous– albeit delicious– man any day. I really want to believe you. Is this what you really want, Joey? At this rate, Doug will never be able to pay you back. Doug. A minute.

How’s it going?

[sighs] Saw that last hand, huh? But you know me. Things always turn around. I feel like my luck is about to change. So if you’re here to offer me any money, I don’t need it. I still have money of my own. I don’t need a loan. That’s good because I wasn’t offering. You need to start paying me back what you already owe. I know. I know. A-And I am, as soon as I start winning at these tables. Well, I hope that’s soon. For both our sakes. Hey, babe. You got my biscuits?

Right here.

[chuckles] How about my sugar?

Ooh, right here.

[chuckles]

Mmm, mmm, mmm. [chuckles]

[chuckling] [sighs] Tough day? Yeah. Some days I love what I do. I feel like I’m really making a difference. Like that burn victim last week. Her mom says she has a whole new outlook on life. Yeah. But some days it’s hard. Had to turn away a patient today. That young model you mentioned? Yeah. She didn’t like my recommendations.

Hmm.

Maybe I should have had you come sit in with us.

For a psych consult?

No.

As Exhibit “A.” [laughs]

[laughs] A stunningly beautiful woman who hasn’t had a stitch of surgery. Think the only work you’ve had done is getting your teeth cleaned. Well, when you’re with somebody who loves the way you look when you wake up, you feel less need for surgery. You’re amazingly beautiful first thing in the morning. Girl, I even love your bonnet.

[laughs] No, you don’t.

[laughing] Well, I love your hair, but you’ve given me a newfound respect on proper hair maintenance. Respect for the bonnet.

Mad respect for the bonnet.

[laughing] [chuckles] [growls]

Mmm. Mwah.

Aw. [sighs]

Babe, what’s wrong?

Ugh, I’m just– I’m worried about Vanessa. You know she’s an adventurer. But I do think she is taking it a little far this time. That’s saying something. Her new client is Joey Armstrong. Damn. Now I see why you’re concerned. Wait a minute. You think him and her…? Vanessa insists that they’re not involved, that she’s just helping him find a house, and I… She’s a Realtor. I guess it could be true. Well, criminals need houses, too.

[chuckles]

It’s just not sitting right with me. Even though Vanessa says Joey has been a perfect gentleman. She even called him sweet. Sweet? With his rep?

[chuckles]

She says he’s buying a house for his elderly mother, which I guess is sweet. Wait, his mother? Are you sure? Yeah. Why? [scoffs] Joey Armstrong’s mother died last year. You know what? You can’t get past your anger at me for leaving your mother. Oh, I swear, Dad, you are the most arrogant, selfish narcissist on the planet. [sighs] You know what? E-Enough of this nonsense, okay? Now, you need to… you need to listen to me. So you can– The sense– Can you–

You can…

Daddy? What’s wrong? [Bill sighs] My hand’s going numb.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense somber music]


Well, Father, I think we can safely say it’s official. Practically everybody in this town hates me. Even Belle, who showed up tonight wearing a wire trying to entrap me. Mind you, I could tell that she was conflicted, unlike the rest of them. Oh, yes. I can almost feel the mob of bloodthirsty villagers out there preparing to storm the castle, demanding my head on a pike. And it wouldn’t surprise me if Rafe Hernandez and his psychotic sister Gabriella are the ones leading the charge. [suspenseful music]


[knock on door]


[knock on door]

Gabi, you there? Gabi, Rafe? Anybody home? [tense music]


[chuckles] Oh, of course there are plenty of other people who despise me. Kristen, Jada Hunter, Paulina Price, and her offspring, of course. My very own daughter-in-law, Chanel, who took me to task for her adoption woes.


And then there’s your beloved Giovanni… who now thinks that I am a monster thanks to Kate and Roman dropping that bombshell on you.


I curse them for that. As I’m sure they curse me. [door closes]

Mama.

Hmm? Ooh. Ooh, oh, oh, Chanel. Oh, darling. Oh, I was reading a book. Must have fallen asleep. [both chuckle]

Um, sorry to wake you.

Oh, no, no. It’s OK. Ooh, it’s too early to just call it a night.

Oh, I was hoping that Johnny would be here. Have you seen him?

Uh-uh. No, no, not tonight. [Chanel sighs] Oh. Honey.

Mm?

I-is something wrong?

I–I don’t know. God, I hope not. [somber music] [phone ringing]

Uh, Kate. I’ve got to take this.

Oh, uh, yeah. Go–go ahead. I’ll watch– I’ll watch the bar.

Are you sure?

Yeah, yes.

All right. Thanks. [phone beeps] Yeah, Katie, what’s up? [suspenseful music]


No, Roman, I’m fine. It’s, um–it’s our son. Yeah, Rex was in a hit-and-run accident tonight. No, no, no, no. He’s OK. He’s just, you know, shaken up. But Roman, you know, I just can’t help wondering if it really was an accident. Well, you know how EJ was threatening the kids, to harm my children. I mean, I wonder if he could be part of it. Well, I think we need to find out. If EJ was behind this, he will regret it, Roman. [somber suspenseful music]


And then there is Ava Vitali, who I imagine has it in for me as well. She’s undoubtedly still fuming over what happened to her at Aremid. Although rather unfair to blame me when Kristen was far more culpable in her predicament. [tense music]


[EJ sighs] So… any advice you’d like to share to help me get back in my son’s good graces?


Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But… I am my father’s son. [laughs] You were always one step ahead. And so am I.


[sighs] I win.


What are you doing?


[siren wailing] [tense music fading]

Hey, Gabi. Uh, it’s me. I–I stopped by your house earlier, uh, see if you wanted to get a drink, but the house was dark. Didn’t seem like anybody was home. I called your office. Said you’d been gone for hours. So I’m not sure what you’re up to tonight. But anyway, I’ll be at the station catching up on some work. If you’re around later, maybe we can go out for a late-night bite. If so, just go ahead and give me a call. You know what? Just go ahead and give me a call either way. Just wondering where you are. All right. Bye. [tense music]


[gunshot]


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


Chanel, why do you look so worried? What could be wrong?

[sighs] Well, maybe nothing is, but, well, Johnny and I were just together at the square and he said that he was going to see his Grandpa Roman at the pub. But that was a while ago, and I’ve called him and I’ve texted him and nothing.

Well, honey, I’m sure Roman, he’s just plying him with chowder and pie. They’re not even paying attention to the time or their phones.

Still. [sighs] You know what? Maybe I should just go by the pub just to make sure everything is OK.

EJ? EJ? You here? [tense music]

[groaning]


EJ. EJ! EJ! Hey, EJ! EJ! What? Oh–oh, my God. Hey, hey! It’s going to be OK, EJ. EJ.


Cat, what are you doing here at this hour?

Oh, I am just finalizing some plans for the hospital’s fundraiser while Dr. Evans is out of town. Every time I think that I’m finished, something else pops up. [chuckles]

Well, I know you’ve been working hard. Thank you. Really stepped up for the hospital.

Oh, I just hope that we’re able to raise enough funds to keep it solvent, at least for a little while.

So do we all.

Yeah. Well, I will just forward these revised spreadsheets over to you. Take your time, no rush, but look at them when you can.

Well, I’m not even halfway through a 36-hour shift. I’m on call for the ER. But the biggest thing I’ve had today is a consultation for a foreign object extraction. Lima bean up the nose.

Oh. [chuckles] Lovely. Actually, my brother Aaron had a similar thing with an action figure. Little GI Joe went spelunking. [chuckles]

Wow.

Yeah. Mark was in med school and he almost quit on the spot because he was like, that kid screamed so loud, I’m not going to be able to take that if that happens in my job.

Wow, poor kid.

Yeah.

Well, you know, my patient was unnaturally calm, kind of like the ER today, so I don’t mind looking at them now while it’s quiet.

Oh, OK. Well, actually, here. You just take my files, then. There we go.

Thank you. [tense music]

It’s my brother. No, he’s been–uh, he’s been shot in the chest. Um, there’s a lot of blood. Huh? Yeah, s-sorry. EJ. EJ DiMera. We’re at the mansion. Yeah, he’s– he’s still breathing, but he’s not responsive. OK, can you please just send help fast? Please. Send an a–send an ambulance.


It’s OK. It’s OK, brother. It’s OK. You’re going to be OK, buddy. Help’s, uh–help’s on the way. You’re going to be OK. You’re going to be OK, OK? I’m here with you, OK? It’s OK. [soft upbeat music]


Well, I might not be able to shock them, but there are plenty of other ways I can hurt them.

Get out.

[chuckles] There are so many sons to pick from, too. Now, Lucas is a mess, so destroying him would be no fun. And then there’s do-gooder Austin, meteor baby Rex. Oh, and then there’s Philip.


He’s your favorite, isn’t he? [laughs] And they all know that.


You lay one finger on any of my children, and I will kill you myself.


Roman, come on, come on, pick up. I need you now. Hey, uh, it–it’s me again. Look, I really, really need to talk to you. Please call me as soon as you get this. [sighs]


Ava. Going somewhere?

Yeah. I’m leaving Salem. [dramatic music]

Wow, I’m impressed. How did you get that band to play for us? Steve and I saw them in Chicago. They were amazing.

Well, thankfully, I was able to call in some favors. No big deal. [chuckles]

Yeah. And how on Earth did you get Chad to participate in the bachelor auction?

Well, he knows what a good cause it is, and–

Yeah, and I’m sure you were very persuasive.

It was a struggle, I’m not going to lie, yeah.

You know, I noticed that, um, the two of you have been spending a lot of time together.

Yes. Working on the fundraiser. A-and I’m honestly so relieved that he and I are on good terms, you know? I mean, it’s a miracle that he’s even speaking to me after what I put him through. So–[sighs]

Are you aware that, um, he was seeing my daughter Stephanie?

Yeah. I remember that, yeah.

Mm-hmm. And it really–it really seemed like they had something. But in the end, he wasn’t really ready to move on. It was too soon. [soft dramatic music]

Um… I know what you’re saying, Dr. Johnson. I understand. But I am only involved in this fundraiser because I want to help the hospital. I–I’ve seen what it means to this community. And–and after everything that the doctors did for my sister, it’s the least that I can do.

I appreciate that.

You know, my sister had open-heart surgery when she was a baby here. And obviously, the surgery was a success. It’s what inspired Mark to want to go to med school. He was so proud to work here, to work with you. I just–I want to honor what this hospital means to my brother and my sister in any way that I can. [soft dramatic music]

Well, thank you. [pager beeping] Oh. Excuse me.

Oh. [chuckles]

Dealing with beeping here. Ah. Oh, so much for my peaceful evening. Gunshot wound coming into the ER. Um, if you’ll excuse me.

Of course.

And Cat, hey. Um… glad we had this little talk.


[elevator bell rings] [tense somber music]

Chad. Oh, my God! What happened?

My brother. He was shot.

McGee, catch a new case?

911 call just came in. There was a shooting at the DiMera place.

What? Who was shot?

Big man himself, EJ DiMera. [tense music]

Oh, honey, I understand. I mean good Lord, what your husband has been through lately.

Yeah. Yeah, it’s been a lot. I mean, he was in such a bad place even before the adoption fell through. You know, finding out how he was conceived has changed the way that he looks at his father, at everyone who kept that secret from him. Even himself.

Himself? What do you mean?

Well, I mean, he knows that it isn’t logical, but he also realizes that he wouldn’t be here if his father hadn’t– [sighs] You know. And well, he’s just– he’s struggling, Mama, and I don’t know what to say or what to do.

Chanel, honey, sometimes, all you really need to do is be there. Like I’m being here for you, OK?

Yeah.

You’ve been going through it too.

Thank you. I–I’ve been so worried about Johnny that I haven’t even taken the time to mourn our loss. You know, I felt so bad when Amy Choi said that the adoption was going to fall through because of EJ. And just, Johnny–you know, the first thing that he said to me was that he was sorry as if it was somehow his fault.

[scoffs] And of course, it wasn’t. Johnny can’t help who his daddy is or what he does. And I’ll have none of this sins of the father nonsense. There’s only one person to blame, and that’s EJ.

I know. And that is exactly what I said to Johnny and to his father. [soft dramatic music]

You talked to EJ?

I did. I wanted him to know exactly how much Johnny was suffering because of him. And, um, he told me that you gave him hell too. And did I tell you that Johnny said that his father was dead to him?

Mm, strong words.

Mm-hmm. And he meant them too. And–[sighs] God, I feel so guilty for thinking this, but if EJ were out of our lives, we would all be so much better off.

I hear you. I felt the same way about Lani’s father, Ray. Ooh, I didn’t want him to make her life miserable, so– [sighs] You know what? You know what? All you need to do right now is just be there. You let me handle the rest. Now, I promise, I promise that I am not going to let EJ ruin this adoption for you.

Yeah. Well, thank you for saying that, Mama. But at this point, I don’t think that there is anything that will change Amy’s mind. Yeah, not if there is any chance that EJ will have any influence over the baby’s life. There is no way that she is going to let us adopt Sophia and Tate’s baby. [tense music]

Chanel and Johnny’s adoption fell through because of you and your litany of crimes!

Oh, no.

Oh, yes! Oh, and they are beyond devastated! As if those two, they haven’t– they haven’t been through enough!

What–what–what can I do? Tell me, and I’ll do it. Just say the word and–

No, you’ve done enough. I only came here to warn you, EJ. No one messes around with my baby and gets away with it! No one! [EJ sighs]


Chanel. [sighs] There’s something that you should know.

So you’re leaving Salem on vacation?

No, I’m leaving for good. Moving to Hong Kong to be with Tripp and Wendy.

Oh. What about you and Brady?

That’s over. I ended it. And with Charlie dead and Henry and Tripp gone, there’s–there’s really nothing left for me here.

I see.

It’s kind of ironic, though, huh? Kristen’s mother wanted everyone to believe that I was in Hong Kong while she was holding me captive in Aremid, and now, off I go.

[chuckles] I thought that you recanted that story.

I did, to the police, because I really had no other choice, even though Kristen and her mother now are getting away with what they did to me.


As well as EJ. [tense music]

I must say I admire your determination. But like you just said, we both know why that’s not going to happen. If you spill on me, Kristen and Brady’s precious daughter will be taken away from them, and all the blame goes to you.

Oh, EJ. Who said anything about spilling?

If you’re referring to Ms. Blake’s part in all this, I wouldn’t hold your breath. I have it on very good authority that she’s been removed from the equation.

Removed? Removed how?

Let’s just say she won’t be setting foot in Salem for quite a while.

OK. Well, good riddance. At least I won’t have to worry about her breaking into my room wielding a kitchen knife.

Yeah. Is that a thank you?

Hmm. EJ, come on. I know you did this to save your own skin. So you might feel safe now, but doesn’t mean you are. I certainly may not be able to testify against you, but, um… doesn’t mean I can’t get justice in other ways.


Yeah. Mustn’t forget EJ.


Did they say anything about EJ’s condition?

No, just he was, um– he was barely hanging on. [somber music]

I’m sorry, Chad.

Yeah. [clears throat] I mean, it’s no secret that my brother and I, we didn’t, um–we didn’t really get along, you know? But he’s my family, and I don’t– I don’t have a whole lot of that left, so–


I remember standing right over there when I, uh– the night my wife died. EJ, he was there for me.

And now you’re here for him.


He was furious at me today, Which isn’t anything new. But you know, you always think you’re going to have, um, time to…


Tell people what they really mean to you, right? I should know better by now, I suppose.

Chad.


[tense music] I just heard about your brother, man. I’m sorry.

Thanks. Anything yet?

Forensics team’s at the house right now. But I understand you’re the one who found him?

Yeah.

I know this is a very difficult time, but I need to take your statement.

[chuckles] I don’t– I don’t know anything. I mean, if you want, like, a list of my brother’s enemies, we’re going to be here all night. [soft suspenseful music]

Hey. Got your message. I need to speak with you too.


Uh, Ava, what’s going on?

Ava’s leaving town.

Yeah, I’m, uh– I’m going to move to Hong Kong to be with Tripp and Wendy.

Well, this is, uh, sudden.

Well, not for me, really. I’ve been considering this for a while. I miss my son.

Well, I can understand that.

Yeah. But you, Roman, you have been so good to me. And I hope you know how grateful I am.

Well, you have been a great tenant.


I am sorry to see you go, Ava.

Well, who knows? I may be back someday. Oh. And this, your key, for you.

Well, you paid out to the end of the month, but I can tell you really are ready to go.

Yeah. Yeah, I am. I can’t shake the dust of this town off my feet fast enough. [sighs]

Well? Well, what is it, Mama?

Well, earlier, I–

[gasps] Johnny! Oh, my God, thank goodness. Oh, I was starting to worry.

Why? I, uh–I told you I was going to talk to my Grandpa Roman.

I know, but that was hours ago, and you haven’t responded to any of my messages.

Uh, yeah, sorry. I, uh–I turned my notifications off.

Oh. So you were just talking to your grandfather this whole time? [suspenseful music]

Uh, no. No, not exactly. I, um… no, I actually left the pub a while ago.


Oh? OK, well, where were you? Where did you go?


Ava, I wish you well.

Well, I wish the same for you. And for you, Kate. I know how happy you make Roman.

Well, that goes both ways.

I’m sure it does. You’re very lucky to have each other. And Roman, you have done so much for me. You gave me a job, a roof over my head. You’ve been kind, so generous, and incredibly forgiving.

[chuckles] We did get off to a rough start, that’s for sure, but I’m glad I could help. Give our best to Tripp and Wendy. And, uh, you stay out of trouble. You hear?

I’ll do my best. [chuckles and sighs] Oh, thanks, Roman. [soft dramatic music]


So that was unexpected.

But so it goes in Salem.

True. Um, so what was it that you wanted to talk to me about before Ava interrupted?

Well, I was going to ask you the same thing. Ladies first.

OK. Well, it’s about EJ.

I called an ambulance. Um, you know, they got there. We rode to the hospital, and–and he was out of it, you know, most of the way, so I don’t know. Look, I don’t know. I’m sorry. I don’t have anything for you.

It’s OK. When you arrived on the scene, did you see or hear anyone? Anything?

No. Nothing.

Why were you stopping by the house so late?


Uh, I don’t know if you saw the, uh– saw “The Spectator,” but there was an article about my family, and especially unflattering for EJ. And he figured I must have signed off on it, so called me and left me a pissed off voicemail. Went to the house to talk to him and tell him that, you know, as editor, I have to–I have to be impartial. You know, that’s my job. And I’ve got to– if it’s newsworthy, I’ve got to print it, even if it makes my family look bad, you know? You know what.

I do.


You know, but I, um, never got a chance to talk to him. [somber music] The last time I walked in the house and I saw that much blood…


Was, uh–was the night that– that we lost Abby, so–


I’m sorry, Chad.

I’m sorry too. [Chad sighs]

Yeah.


Let’s pray there will be a different outcome this time.

Mm. If you think of anything else, you let me know.

Yeah, I will.

I’m going to head over to the crime scene. I’ll update you later if there’s anything I can share.

OK. Thank you.

Chad, I know you might not be ready for this right now, but if there’s anyone that you need me to call or anything–

No, no, no. I’m– I should be the one to call– call my family. I was just– I was hoping to wait until I had some– some positive news, but I should probably call them before they hear it on the news. You know, the funny thing is, I don’t know how– how–how they’re going to react. Half of them are probably going to rejoice. [chuckles]

[sighs] [tense music]

Johnny? Did you hear me?

Uh, huh? What? Sorry, no. I, uh–[clears throat] Sorry, I, uh… I kind of spaced out for a second. What’d you say?

I asked where you went after you left the pub.


What is it, son? [fist slams on table]

What did I just say? Don’t call me that.


I’m going to send for Chanel’s and my things. Because I want nothing more to do with you. You’re dead. To me.


I just, uh– I went for a walk, you know? I–I went to the park to try and clear my head.

Oh, OK, Well–well, did it help? [phone ringing]

Uh, sorry. Hey, Chad. What’s going on?

I, um–I just– I didn’t know if you’ve– you’ve heard the news about your father.

What about him?

Well, I’m at the hospital right now. Um, he–he was shot. He’s in surgery now. It’s–he’s in critical condition. Just thought you’d want to know.

I see.


[suspenseful music]

Hey, McGee. What have we got?

It’s not much. There’s no weapon on the scene. Assailant might have escaped through those French doors.

Lots of people living in this house that need to be interviewed. Servants, family members. Is Commissioner Hunter here yet?

We haven’t been able to reach her.


Well, let’s see what the evidence tells us about what happened here tonight.


OK, so what about EJ? [somber music]

We need to find out whether he specifically targeted our son and caused that accident. Roman, thank God he’s OK, but it could have been so much worse. And if he did go after one of my children, what’s to stop him from going after–

Yeah, look, I know this is very upsetting, Kate. Believe me, we’re going to get to the bottom of this and make damn sure they stay safe, OK? I promise you that.


Thank you. [sighs] I don’t know what I’d do without you.

Kate, I will always be here for you. And for your kids too. You know that.


I do. And I will always be here for you, my love.


[Roman sighs]


Well, I know you said that, uh, you wanted to give Rex a call to check in with him again before it gets too late, so why don’t you go do that now? I’ve got a couple things to do down here. And then I’ll be up in a while, and we’ll talk some more, OK?

OK. Thank you.

OK. Give Rex my love.

I will. [suspenseful music]

Grandpa, you really have a gun behind the bar?

Yeah. I mean, you know, Salem’s a good town and all, but a small business owner’s got to protect himself.

How long have you had it?

Since always. I just never advertised it to you kids. But I made damn sure I kept it locked up in that box so none of you would get hurt. But I guess instead, my big mouth hurt you. Johnny, listen to me. When I first heard your dad was working with Feniger, it just brought it all back, everything.

Yeah, well, look. I’m glad. I’m glad you and Kate told me that story. I needed to know. My whole life, I’ve been living in the dark, and now, I know what kind of a monster my dad really is.


[dramatic music]


Thanks for calling, Chad. [tense somber music]


Johnny? What’s going on? What–what did Chad say?


EJ was shot tonight. He’s in the hospital.

Oh. Oh, my God. Um, well, OK. I’m just going to grab my jacket and I’ll– I’ll go with you.

Go with me where?

Well, to the hospital.

Why would I go to the hospital? I don’t care what happens to him. He–he got what he deserves.


[door slams]


Yeah, I’ll let you know if I hear anything, Sydney. OK. Yeah, you too. Bye-bye. Kayla!


How is he? How’s EJ?

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You’re quitting Spencer. [laughing] Yeah, right. You can laugh, but I mean it. I’m done. You’re done? Done with a cushy job that I handed you on a silver platter? You didn’t hand it to me on a silver platter. I worked my ass off for you and the company. Company you apparently despise. -When did I say that? -I’ll tell you what I’m saying. You can’t make it without me. Okay. -Watch me. -Watch you what? Go be a computer geek again? Yeah, Dad, maybe I’m just gonna be a computer geek again. You’re not gonna go be anything without your daddy’s help. Why are you talking like I didn’t have skills already -before I met you? -The majority of skills that you have are the ones that Daddy taught you. You know what? I have experience, too, that I can apply in the real world.

Bill: I don’t think so. Well… -Oh, my God. …unless, of course, you have a genie in a bottle somewhere -that’ll grant you a wish. -This is what I’m talking about! This is why! This is why I’m walking away–this! Bye. Thank you, Mattie. I’ll talk to Zende, let him know what we’re thinking. -No problem. -Thanks so much. Thank you. All right, good. Anything else? No, it’s, uh, it’s pretty much it. It’s amazing. What’s amazing? Forrester’s co-CEOs. We’re back at it -Like we haven’t missed a beat. -Yeah, feels good. Yeah! You know what else feels good? Not having to deal with Hope. Brooke and Carter may still be around, but Miss Hope for the Future and all her drama are gone. Forever. So Hope just stormed out? I…keep trying to reach her. What happened? Well, she’s still upset with me. She feels like she’s a scapegoat and she’s being sold out by Carter and…her own mother.

Deacon: I hate what you’re going through because this is so damn unfair. But I want you to know something–you’re not alone. I got you, baby girl. Always. [soft music plays] Well, I know Hope’s been lashing out lately. I mean, she even tried to slap you. Today just proved that she’s struggling with the fact that Carter and I are still working at Forrester Creations. She feels…betrayed, like nobody understands her. -Thank you. -For what? For being in my corner. Hey, I’m always gonna be in your corner. You’re my daughter, no matter what. Used to think that Mom felt that way, but that was before… They really kept Brooke and Carter on and got rid of you. I mean, this whole takeover thing was Carter’s fault. He initiated it! That guy oughta be on the curb, not behind the COO desk. [scoffs] That’s all Steffy. I mean, she’s probably relishing in the fact that I’m the only one that’s suffering the consequences of this. Actually, that might be why she kept Carter on, just to rub it in my face. Honey, I feel–I feel terrible about this. I mean it– This was not fair the way that Ridge and Steffy treated you. [phone chimes] -That’s Baker. Still nothing. -[sighs] Getting the lunatic Luna behind bars back where she belongs? Yeah. Well, Baker’s gonna keep working on it, but we gotta stay vigilant because you know she’s gonna wanna see Finn. Yeah. Over my dead body. Don’t even joke about that. She’s already tried that. I’m just–I’m so furious with Bill. How can he allow that psychopath out of prison? You–[laughs] you talk to me this way, you treat me this way, and yet, you bend over backwards to-to protect and cover for a murderer like Luna? Dad, she poisoned two people, and you get her pardoned? Do you wanna know why I can’t relate to you? It’s because you’re certifiable! Certifiable? You must have lostyourmind. Do you know who you’re talking to? Maybe I don’t know who I’m talking to, because on any given day, I don’t know which version of you I’m gonna get. Today, apparently, it’s the one who cares more about protecting a murderer than your own granddaughter’s mom. Oh, for God–look– Steffy is not in any danger, and neither is Kelly. This is just you being you, overreacting, blowing everything out of proportion, just like threatening to ditch Spencer. Well, you’re not gonna walk away from the greatest thing that ever happened to you, are you, Liam? I mean, you’re notthatstupid! [heavy music plays] Hope can’t be here? I mean, this is her home too. Well, she’s still extremely upset. Because you’re at Forrester and she’s not. [sighs] There’s more to it, and it’s all coming to a head. This is not just gonna go away on its own– all the hurt and the pain. I mean, look at what she’s doing– she’s storming out of her own home, she’s pushing you away, she’s saying all these things that I know she’s gonna end up regretting. The two of you have always been so close. That’s what worries me. But until she can accept that she brought this on herself, she’s gonna continue to feel abandoned and betrayed by everybody in her life. Nobody treats my daughter like that. We go to Forrester right now and we– Dad, no. I appreciate you trying to protect me, but that is– What kind of father would I be if I didn’t? Look, I know that I wasn’t around for a lotta years. And-and even when I was, I couldn’t be the kind of father that you needed or you deserved. But I’m here now. And nobody–nobody is gonna cause you the kind of grief that the Forresters have. I don’t care about the coup. I don’t care about whose fault it is, because I know you have given everything to this company. You’ve given your talent and your drive and-and your passion. Hope, I swear, when I see an injustice like this against my daughter, I wanna go down there and I wanna get in Carter’s face and I wanna pound Ridge into the ground. I will never understand Bill, allowing a twice-convicted murderer to stay in his home under house arrest. -[softly] Yeah. -Bonding over their what– supposed traumatic childhood? My gosh. Liam’s really upset about it. You talked to Liam about this? Yeah. He’s confused and disillusioned -like the rest of us are. -Yeah, I get that. Must have been a hell of a shock, seeing what his dad is up to. He’s trying to wrap his head around it. Luna being pardoned. Bill basically let this psychopath back into society. Not knowing if she’d kill again. Luna has Sheila’s DNA. Odds are she is gonna kill again. Dad, she needs to be stopped legally, or– Anyway, Liam isn’t happy about it. He really thinks that Bill lost his mind. [scoffs] You and I must have very different definitions -for the word stupid. -Well, when you do stupid things, Liam… I mean, you’re a grown man. How ’bout you start acting like one? Come on–you mean act likeyou. How come I don’t act likeyou? Selfish and volatile… -Here we go again. -…and shady as all hell. I don’t wanna be that, you understand? That’s not me. You don’t even know whoyouare, Liam! You have no idea. You were raised just being coddled by your mommy! So we’re-we’re attacking my dead mother now, is that it? Oh, will you relax. I’m not attacking Kelly. I am simply saying that if I had known that you existed, if I was aware that I had a son… But she kept that information from meandfrom you until she was on her deathbed. [Liam joins in] At which point, it was too late… …for you tomoldme in your image. Yeah, I know. I got it. I’ve heard it before. Still didn’t stop me from looking for you. Didn’t stop me from finding you. Didn’t stop me from wanting to understand you. It didn’t stop me from trying to figure out what this-this Spencer name you bequeathed to me even stands for. What the hell does it stand for, Dad? You always told me, “Say what you mean and mean what you say.” But that’s not you. Not lately. You said family comes first. That’s not you either. Here’s another one of your gems: “There’s a sucker born every minute.” Now, I don’t know what Luna has done or said to persuade you to abandon every principle that you ever stood for, but that’s because you won’t tell me! You won’t talk to me! And the more that you dismiss me, the more that you push me away, the more that you gaslight me, the easier it is for me to forget all the reasons keeping me here. This is the part where you say, “Don’t go, Liam.” This is the part where you say, “I love you. This isn’t worth losing you over.” Why can’t you say that? [heavy music plays] As a parent, it’s hard when our children are hurting. I mean, you just wanna make everything okay, and it doesn’t matter if they’re adults or if they have lives of their own. I’m telling you, Hope is gonna come around. She loves you, and she’s gonna realize that no one can give her the kind of love and support that you can. You’re overwhelmed right now. You got so much coming at you. But you have to know you are going to get through this because you’re strong and you’re resilient. Well, I do not feel that way. I just feel… angry at Carter, at Mom. I don’t know who I can trust anymore. You trust me, because I’ll catch you. Well, I certainly don’t feel like going back to Mom’s right now. I mean, you don’t have to. You can stay here. I really feel for Liam. He just seems so… lost these days. He told you that? Well, we talk. Mostly when he comes over to pick up Kelly or he drops her off. But he never lets on to her how he really feels. He’s a devoted dad, and she adores him so much. If only he’d had a dad that felt that way. Liam fought so hard for Bill’s acceptance. And now he learns that his own father helps Luna out of prison? Of course, that’s gonna affect their relationship. Are you done going off on me? Going off–oh, my God. Oh, my God. You don’t get it. You just– -I don’t get what? -You don’t get that I am standing in front of you threatening to quit Spencer, threatening to quityou! Why can’t you say, “Hey, Liam, you’re my son. I love you. Stick with it. Let’s figure this out together.” Why can’t you do that? Because you’re damn fearless when it comes to everything else in life, but this, right here? No, you gotta keep that– you gotta keep that good and locked up, don’t you? Because the thought of somebody understanding you– actually understanding you– that petrifies you. I don’t even know why. I mean, somewhere between a mother who never loved you and a father who never knew you until it was way too late, little William Spencer Jr. forged this–this coat of armor that we all call Dollar Bill, a persona that is so scary and intimidating that even your closest loved ones don’t feel safe asking you to look behind the curtain. Who are you? How come I don’t know more about your childhood than what would fit on a vague book blurb? Was it so traumatic that you feel more kinship to somebody like Luna than me? Luna isn’t the heir to an empire. Yeah, well, neither was I until you made me one. Yeah, you never ran away from it, though, did you? “Hey, Dad, can I use the jet? Can I use the yacht?” Right? You certainly enjoyed all the trappings of wealth. I’m not enjoying…this, Dad. Well, you probably won’t enjoy losing your trust fund either. Oh, my God, the trust fund, the trust fund, the trust fund. I don’t care. Liquidate it! Do whatever you want. You have–you have three sons, and two of them are gone. Wyatt’s gone. Will is living with his mother. Who could blame him? I am the only one who stuck around and put up with you and worked hard to earn your respect, and for what? For what? A private tennis court? I don’t care about the “trappings” of wealth, Dad. I wanted to love you. I wanted–I wanted to know you. And you won’t let me. So I can’t, so I don’t. Or maybe–maybe I got that backwards. Maybe the problem is that I know you too well. [dramatic music plays] I’ve never seen Hope like this, lost and floundering and feeling like everybody’s turned against her– even me. It makes me wonder what she’ll do and where she’ll turn. -Stay here. -Well, not, I mean, here, here. I mean, I was thinking the room next to my apartment. I know it’s not your mother’s estate, but I love you, you’re my daughter, and I wanna support you. I know what you’re thinking. Sheila, right? It might be a little difficult living here -while you are married to her. -Okay, look. I’m well aware about how you feel about Sheila, okay, but we can make this work. You’ll see. Come on. Trust your old man. You still care about Liam, don’t you? Yeah, of course. We remained good friends. We have history and…and more. -And more? -Well– as Kelly’s parents. We never let our issues get in the way of putting Kelly first. She’s our top priority. Honestly, I…I wouldn’t have it any other way. He really is a fantastic man and father. I’ll never stop caring about him.

Bill: I have listened to you and your revisionist history long enough. Now, you might not have liked every decision I ever made on your behalf, but are you actually gonna stand there and tell me that almost– almost without fail I have not put you and your brothers first in my life? Haven’t you heard? Dollar Bill always comes first. [laughing] Unbelievable. I am so sick and tired of your poor, woe-is-me attitude, always feeling sorry for yourself. You had two of the most remarkable women in the world in Steffy and Hope, and what did you do? You screwed it up, time and time and time again. You.Youdid that, Mr. Waffle Man. Now, as for me… have I ever said I was perfect? No. Never. Not by a long shot. But I have always loved you and cared for you, provided for you, protected you. I mean, what more do you want from me, Liam? You’re not two years old. You want me to tuck you in bed at night? That’s not–that’s not what I meant to say– I mean, has it ever even occurred to you that some of my frustration with you is warranted? I mean, you show up in LA all those years ago, you’re looking for your long-lost father, and when you finally found me, what did I do? I’m asking you, Liam– what did I do? Let me answer it for you. I took you in… like a homeless puppy. I made you a player in the family business that also happens to be one of the most powerful companies on the planet. Does that make me Father of the Year? No. Never claimed to be. But you… you see yourself as Mr. Perfect. Mr. Self-righteous. And yet, you leave a path of destruction in your wake, which you have done to Steffy and Hope and your children as collateral damage. And yet you wanna stand there and whine to me about how I treat you. Well, you know what, Mr. Big Time? You wanna leave the company– leave! And don’t come crawling back. Do you understand me? Now, I have a meeting to get to. And when I return, don’t be here! [whispers] You– [groans] [offkey music escalates] [dramatic music swells]

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Interview with George Olson

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Interview with George Olson, creator/writer/showrunner of “SurrealEstate” on Syfy by Suzanne 4/1/25

This was my second interview with George, and he is always a joy to meet with on Zoom. I love his show, so it’s great to pick his brain and chat about this wonderful series. Don’t miss it, tomorrow, April 3, on Syfy; you can also watch it on Disney+ and HULU. Enjoy!

 

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SurrealEstate

Thursdays on SYFY (10-11pm ET/PT); Season Premiere: April 3

“SurrealEstate” tells the story of real estate agents Luke Roman and Susan Ireland and an elite team of specialists that handle the cases no one else can: haunted and possessed houses that literally scare would-be buyers away. Researching, investigating and “fixing” the things that go bump in the night, the team works to create closure – and closings – even as they struggle with demons of their own. The series stars Tim Rozon, Sarah Levy, Maurice Dean Wint and Elena Juatco."SurrealEstate" cast (Syfy)

George R. Olson

Creator, Showrunner, and Executive producer

George R. Olson is a recovering advertising executive, having spent most of his career as writer/producer and chief creative officer at one of Colorado’s largest ad agencies. Recognized with over 300 creative awards, George turned to writing for film and television. One of his first original screenplays, a bio-pic of Nikola Tesla, attracted the attention of filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld, with whom he developed the script. George developed another award-winning original feature WHITEFISH with actor/director John Turturro, and the Jesse Owens Olympic saga MASTER RACE with Anthony Mackie attached to star. In television, George has developed several original pilots including BITTERROOT at USA Network, POISON COUNTY and GODSPEED with MGM Television, THE NATURE OF YOUR EMERGENCY with Keshet Studios, and RUTHLESS with the CW Network. George is just completing his third season as creator, executive producer and showrunner of SURREALESTATE on SYFY.

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[ Siren wailing ] Lucas. Hey, Jason. Are you here to visit with Elizabeth? Because she’s in X ray right now. I’m actually gonna check on her later. I’m here to talk to you. What can I do for you? It’s Carly. This thing with Brennan has to end. [ Both chuckle ] Why did you let me sleep in? What time is it? Well, come on. I mean, you need your rest. You almost died. But I didn’t. And I’m very, very much alive. Hey. Emma. What are you doing here? You’re You’re in this mess because of me. Where else would I be? That is so typically sweet of you. And I appreciate the moral support, but it was my idea to chain myself to that crypt, not yours. That’s what I don’t understand, Emma. Why did you do it when you knew you had a record? Oh, ADA Turner. I wonder if we could have a word. What can I do for you, Commissioner? Uh, well, actually, I’m not here as commissioner today. I’m here as a grandmother. I think it would behoove you to remember that you’re both. Would it? Oh, okay. Well, I just was hoping maybe we could take into account the extenuating circumstances. And what do you think those are? That Emma was trying to do the right thing. It was a nonviolent act of protest, and there was no damage. Plus, she had the Quartermaines’ blessing. She was in defiance of a court order. A bulldozer was about to level the Quartermaine family crypt. Commissioner… There’s more to it than that. Oh, yeah, no, I agree. I think you’re after my granddaughter because you have a problem with me. You sound terrible. [ Hoarsely ] I’m fine. Well, guys, if Deception is going to get our miracle face cream on the shelves first, we need zincite! And Jenz Sidwell has lots of the stuff. He’s dying to do business with Deception. He’s offering us a really, really good price. So come on. It’s a win win. I’m not denying that it is an attractive deal. Thank you. But what’s in it for him? Thank you. And is it just me, or, I mean, the guy kidnapped Sasha. Does that not bother anybody else? Uh, me. It bothers me. Then why are we talking about it? Well, in all fairness, Sasha felt she overreacted. About what? The kidnapping or the explosion? Of course, why would she say it if it wasn’t true? Sasha. Thank you for talking to your friend Miss Jones. Whatever you said certainly did the trick. Great. Yes, all parties are in agreement. In fact, your former colleagues from Deception should be here very soon, which begs the question Should you be here? I mean, after all, no one can know that yours is a paid endorsement. I’m not gonna stay long. I just need you to convince me to my face that you’re not gonna screw over my friends. I give you my solemn oath. There. Good enough? Try again. And if I don’t buy what you’re selling, neither will they. I will tell them exactly who and what you are, and the whole deal will be off. Well, that’s very valiant. But, then, won’t you miss your payday? You’re mistaking me for my mother. There are limits to what I will do for money. Good to see you, Laura. I’m very happy to get your call. I thought it would be nice to have lunch together. Well. My, my, my. Isn’t this cozy? The elected mayor of Port Charles and the real mayor who runs the show behind the scenes. Ezra, if you would like to speak to me, ever, please contact my assistant. Oh, no. Clearly, I don’t rate for a lunch meeting like some other fine citizens. But, um, Madam Mayor, please tell me, how does the public feel about you breaking bread with, uh, an alleged crime boss? If you are getting my friends into anything illegal or even questionable, our arrangement is off. Deception needs zincite. I have it. If anything, I’m doing your friends a favor. You’re giving it to them for free? [ Laughing ] Well, not that much of a favor. I mean, I have had other offers, but, uh, no, I prefer to do business in Port Charles. Helping the local economy? Helping your friends get a leg up in a very competitive market. And for your role in this, you’ve earned quite a tidy sum. What’s wrong with that? Fine. But the moment I suspect that you’re up to something shady, let’s just say that I know someone who can keep you in line. Okay, now that Sasha has give us her blessing, this is an incredibly necessary deal. You know what? I’m I’m not going along with this just because our cook said her bomb happy kidnapper is misunderstood. I don’t trust him. You don’t trust anybody, ever. Come on. You didn’t like Sonny’s involvement with Deception. It turned out just fine so far. In fact, we got a wonderful CFO. Uh, thank you. All right, think about it, ladies. Come on. If Erica Kane gets her miracle cream out in the market before we do, we’re toast. We will never, ever catch up. So we need the product, we need Jenz Sidwell, and we need to commit to some sort of long term deal with him for the long term good of our company. Lucy is right. Timing is everything. Exactly. Okay? Let’s just decide this, shall we, once and for all? We give Jenz Sidwell a long term contract. Yea or nay? Alexis, don’t worry about a thing. I will handle the interview. [ Knock on door ] No, just give Molly my love. I have to go. Bye. Diane Miller, I presume. You must be Marco Rios. I I blew it with Carly. I did the one thing I never should have done. You told her what to do. I listed all the reasons why she shouldn’t be with Brennan, and that only makes her dig in deeper. I made it pretty clear that I am not a fan either, and she did the same thing. You have to try again. Do you really think that’s a good idea? Carly hasn’t responded well to being pushed, ever. One more nudge from anyone, and she’s gonna… start a family with the guy. Okay, Brennan is a major player at the WSB, and he sought Carly out for some reason. I think the reason’s pretty clear. The two are very into each other. It would actually be nice if it wasn’t gonna get her killed. That’s why you have to get through to her. She can’t even acknowledge that she’s in danger. Carly thinks she’s used to the danger. She was married to Sonny. You’re her best friend, and you’re not exactly the safest guy to be around. What, you don’t see a difference between me and Brennan? No, of course I do. But Carly won’t allow herself to see the difference in the level of risk. Which means she’s not letting herself see Brennan for who he really is. Yeah. ‘Cause she’s falling for him. You know what? I think spending the day in bed is a really good idea. Oh, I was hoping you would see it that way. We need to make the most of it, you know? I mean, Donna is gonna be back from Sonny soon. Josslyn is gonna be back from Easter Island. We’re not gonna be able to spend as much time together. Well, somehow I think we’ll find the time. If that’s what you want. Yes, I want! [ Laughs ] Well, what about you? What about your schedule? I mean, as I recall, it’s not exactly light. No, it’s not. I know we both have responsibilities and commitments, but whenever the WSB allows, I am all yours. Good. I’m sorry, Ezra, I didn’t quite catch that. What kind of crime boss was that? Alleged. Right? I mean, your boy here is innocent until proven guilty, is he not? Like everybody else. Take it easy on the “boy” stuff, will you? Or? Or… You can be rude if you want. If that’s what you want. You want to be rude? Well played. Ever hear of the appearance of impropriety? Yes, I have, and that’s why we’re having lunch in a public place where everyone can see us, because I have nothing to hide. Even so, the people aren’t gonna like this. [ Laughs ] Oh, my goodness. That is funny. ‘Cause you know something? The last time I checked, my approval rating was twice as high as yours. Heh, um… Now, if you would excuse us, this is a private lunch. Okay. Okay. But, Madam Mayor, please do yourself a favor and just think of all the good that you could do if you weren’t wasting time with him. I’m sorry. I really am. He’s just a jerk. Yeah, yeah, he is. But he’s not wrong. Harvard Law, Penn undergrad. Five years with Wolf and Tanner in Manhattan and then McDowell in Miami. That’s very impressive. As are your references. So that begs the question Why do you want to move to a new law firm? I wasn’t inspired by corporate law. I much prefer the work you do here. You have an excellent track record in criminal defense and a fair amount of contract law. Well, that’s corporate. But it’s negotiating, which is kind of litigating. [ Chuckles ] And for this, you are willing to leave the Miami sunshine? I like a place where winter is winter. Well, be careful what you wish for, because we get more snow here than Boston. Climate aside, a major client of mine, J.S. and Associates, is based here now. So if this were to work out, I’d be happy to bring them along, as well as a few others. Oh, my. [ Laughs ] Very impressive. [ Laughs ] Uh, Laura, people are always talking. And most of the time when they talk about me, it’s not true. But you and I both know that you’re, you know, you’re putting your reputation on the line just being seen with me. Sonny, I’m not about to hide my friendship with you. And for who? The public? Or… I’m certainly not gonna let that guy tell me who I can and can’t have lunch with. I I appreciate your loyalty. I just don’t think we should be seen together. But I have nothing to hide. You have no influence over me or the decisions that I make as the mayor. I’ve had a lot of black eyes in my life. But…we have no business affiliations. And I never have and I never will put pressure on the police to look the other way if they’re inclined to look your direction. They’re always gonna be looking my direction. If they don’t, I’ll I’ll get lonely. [ Both laugh ] See, I love that. I just love that. You know, we have a long and complicated history, don’t we? Our families are intertwined, right? Yeah. So I’m just not gonna hide. I’m not gonna hide the fact that we’re friends just because I’m mayor. If Sidwell agrees to the terms we discussed, are you a yea? Yes. Okay. And I’m a yes. That’s a shock. [ Sighs ] Natalia? I’m gonna abstain. I’m a money person. Cosmetics are not my area of expertise. Oh. Okay, fine. Brook Lynn? I still want to talk to Sidwell. But put me down tentatively as a yea. Okay. So, Tracy, what say you? However, it doesn’t really matter because we got all the votes we need. I am going to follow Natalia’s lead and abstain. That way I can’t be held responsible for the consequences. Great. Great. Okay. It is all settled. So why don’t we head to Spoon Island? You all have fun. I am needed elsewhere. Where? I am going to attend to my civic duty. I don’t like to talk about what happened in California, okay? Is it that bad? It’s that embarrassing, yeah. And it’s not like this thing that I’m charged with today. Okay, that crypt, that’s a cause worth fighting for. I agree. Totally. But…why didn’t you tell me about your record? I would have done… I would have chained myself to the crypt instead. Honestly, that’s not something that ever occurred to me, and it’s a pretty bad idea. Why?! Why? I’m the one who actually lives with the Quartermaines, Emma. So what? So that you can lose your spot in the music program at PCU? No! I’ve already been arrested. Everyone already thinks that I’m trouble. So, yeah… it had to be me. Whatever our differences are, they have nothing to do with Emma. Commissioner, while I won’t deny that your closeness to certain unsavory characters gives me pause, have you bothered to look into Emma’s prior arrests? Yes, I have. And they don’t concern you? It was a party that got out of hand, and she was expelled. My granddaughter is a spirited young woman, and we all made mistakes at that age, did we not? You don’t know. Don’t know? Emma was part of an activist group protesting one of her university labs. Everyone involved was arrested. Yeah, for what exactly? That’s the thing. I don’t know. The university is stonewalling me. I requested the report from the dean of students. They sent me to the university’s legal department. Okay, so that’s just university bureaucracy. What does it have to do with Emma? The university must have struck a deal with your granddaughter. They left the charges at breaking and entering and expelled her, but they sealed the record, which means… Whatever Emma did is serious enough that the university doesn’t want the story to get out. Exactly. So when it comes to your granddaughter, I have no idea who I’m really dealing with. And neither do you. [ Gasps ] Ah, champagne. What a wonderful idea. Well, before we pop any corks, we do have some questions. I welcome any opportunity to put your minds at ease. Okay, well, we know why we’d like to do business with you, but why do you want to do business with us? I mean, after all, you’ve had offers from from Enchantment and Melador. Yes, well, neither of these companies are based in Port Charles. When I decided to expand my business to North America, I didn’t want to be based in Pine Valley or, uh, Llanview. Oh, oh, no no, no, no. of course not. Port Charles has everything I need and more. Access, ease… beauty. And your family has done quite well being here, haven’t they, Miss Quartermaine? All I want to do is the same. Well, Marco, I know you are interviewing with other law firms, but you seem like you would be a good fit here. I’d love the opportunity to prove that. I’d love to give you the chance. But before I can make the offer, you have to meet with my partner, Alexis Davis. I’m looking forward to it. I’ll be in touch. May I ask, who is that? Oh, that’s, um… That’s Alexis’s late daughter, Samantha, with her brother, Lucas. Carly said she’s not in danger because she’s not committed to Brennan. So in her mind, “not serious” means “totally safe.” Which means she can justify being with the guy because she doesn’t have any expectations. Yeah, well, anyone who saw him fight for her life the way he did would know that the two are very invested in each other. [ Sighs ] When was the last time you talked to her? Before she checked out? Aren’t you staying with her? I am, but, um, Sonny has Donna, and, uh, my sister didn’t come home last night. Because she was with Brennan. Probably. Which means that nothing we can say will change her mind. I mean, the guy almost got her killed. If that’s not enough to convince her that Brennan’s not good for her, I don’t know what is. I understand, Laura, but if you ever change your mind, decide you want some distance, just let me know. Okay. Thank you. So, uh, have you been to see your brother? I avoid my brother whenever possible. You don’t know, do you? You don’t know. Okay, um, Ric was in a car accident, and Elizabeth was with him at the time. They are both in the hospital now. How’s Elizabeth? She’s awake. There’s no damage to her spine. Thank God. Yeah, but she does have a fractured leg. It will need surgery, but Lucky’s just been glued to her side. I’m actually going over there to visit her later this afternoon. Ric hasn’t woken up yet, just in case you were wondering. I hope, for his daughter’s sake, he pulls through. I hope so too. [ Both laughing ] I I don’t know how to say this, but your zincite mine is beautiful. It’s almost like a Japanese rock garden of course, with bulldozers. Uh, well… [ Cellphone beeps ] Oh, okay. I’m sorry I have to leave. I hate to cut this short, but I have an appointment at G.H., and I couldn’t reschedule it. Of course, your health comes first. I appreciate that. Can I, uh, talk to you for a second? Sure. Excuse us. I am so sorry I’m leaving. I it’s okay. I knew Lucy would be Lucy. Are you okay? Just routine blood work. Okay. Don’t worry about Sidwell. I’ll take care of him, I promise. Thank you. And what about you? What do you think of the deal? Any reservations? Um, eh, not enough to ruin it? Okay. I’ll keep you posted. Thanks. [ Exhales sharply ] Well, um, I am sold, so let’s sign. Not yet, Lucy. A word. Uh, of course. We already agreed to this. You did. You agreed. You and I know that, but he doesn’t know that. Not to rush things, but the ice is melting. Just Just one teeny, tiny moment. You know, I was gonna wait until after the signing to tell you this, but I might as well say it now. I’ve already expedited your first order of zincite. At my cost, of course. That is very, very thoughtful. Anything to help Deception. Anything. [ Exhales sharply ] Well, Mr. Sidwell, you have yourself a deal. Tracy and Aunt Sasha. I didn’t know that you guys were coming. Of course I’m here. We’re family. I see you got my gift. He’s one of ours. He hasn’t said more than five sentences to me this entire time. Yeah, well, don’t worry about that. This is all nonsense. We’ll take care of all of it. All rise. Court is now in session. The Honorable Judge Rourke presiding. Be seated. In the matter of the People vs. Emma Scorpio Drake, the charge is obstructing governmental administration. How does the defendant plead? I know the drill. Not guilty, Your Honor. So entered. What are the People asking for bail? Your Honor, given the defendant’s priors and the fact that she poses a significant flight risk, the People request that the defendant be held without bail. Your Honor, remand for a Class A misdemeanor? This does seem a bit extreme, Ms. Turner. Your Honor, the People are treating this young woman like she robbed a bank. Given her record, that could be next. Ma’am, you need to sit down, and I would advise you to let the defendant’s attorney handle this. Your Honor, I actually prefer Ms. Quartermaine to ma’am, but I digress. There is nothing to be handled. The sheriff and councilman were misinformed when they arrived with their demolition order. The entire matter had previously been settled. Is this true? An agreement had been reached between Monica Quartermaine and the Port Charles Land Trust. I have the agreement right here. And you will see that there was absolutely no reason for the sheriff and the councilman to be anywhere near my family crypt with bulldozers. Ergo, no crime has been committed, no reason to punish this upstanding young woman. This agreement does seem to be in order. The People have no case, Your Honor. This arraignment is nothing but a waste of time and taxpayers’ money. You are an extremely busy man. So how about we stop wasting the court’s time. Dismiss the charges. To the beginning of a long and lucrative relationship. Hear, hear! Uh, before you sign, I just need to work out a few more details with Mr. Sidwell. Mnh mnh. Mnh mnh. The contract’s already finalized. Just a couple of I’s we need to dot. Oh, well, the devil’s in the details. [ Chuckles ] Lucy: Okay, well, then goody. Goody goody. We get to celebrate twice. Oh! Okay. Thank you so much. Absolutely. So we will definitely be in touch. And I… look forward to it. And I hope this is the beginning of a very successful partnership. As do I. As do I. Okay. Okay. Ta ta. So, tell me, what are these mysterious details? You must be pretty pleased with yourself right now, right? Satisfied. I’m very happy with the outcome. Yeah, you think the deal is done. It’s not. ‘Cause they’re not gonna sign when they know what I know. Thank you for seeing me on short notice. Of course. I will always make time for you. Even when there’s no crime involved. Is there a crime involved? No. I just needed to meet with you before I see Sasha later today. And why is that? Just to be clear… Yes, of course this conversation is covered under attorney client privilege. I need to amend my will. To provide for Sasha’s baby. I see. Michael and Sasha already had an agreement that she was gonna raise the baby by herself. And yet here you are amending your will. Well, they already made that agreement before everybody assumed that I was the father. Which you went along with. To protect Michael. Yes, of course, of course. Say no more. I will see to it that Sasha’s baby is well provided for. But first I need to know the scope of Michael’s exposure. Who else knows about this? Sonny? No, he’s staying out of it. Carly? You haven’t told Carly? Look, I considered telling Carly. But now that she’s with Brennan… …I think I’m gonna hold off. What is she doing with that guy? I mean, she should have dumped him after she nearly died. Yeah. You know, once an ex, always an ex. Yeah, but there’s no way I’m gonna get Carly to change her mind, so I’m just gonna have to pretend she’s not batting her eyes at the man who nearly got her killed. Thank you. Thank you. You ordered so much food. Yeah, well, somehow I seem to have worked up an appetite. [ Cellphone chimes ] Ah. I left mine in the room. Yeah, well… Um… Sorry, I just, uh… I’ll be back in a minute. Madam Mayor, I’m sorry for the interruption. Oh, no problem at all. What can I do for you? Actually, I was wondering if I could have a word with Mr. Corinthos. Oh. Pardon us. What’s this about? The WSB was just informed that a contract killer named Soliski was found dead in his Toronto home. Okay. Well, we did some digging, and it turns out Soliski was inclined to use incendiary devices. Much like the one that nearly killed your son. Ms. Turner, thoughts. The People agree. The agreement predates the court order. The sheriff was there in error. It’s all settled. Your Honor, can we end this charade? However, that doesn’t change the fact that Ms. Scorpio Drake was ordered by law enforcement to vacate the premises, and she refused. Your Honor, the crypt would have been bulldozed if she hadn’t. And as no one, including the defendant, is denying her actions, the People recommend that the charges stand. Well, I’m inclined to agree… Your Honor! …but we are not going to trial over this. We’re gonna work it out right here, right now. Your Honor, if I may? At this point, why not? Since I already have a record, a guilty plea’s not gonna make anything worse. So could I just, like, do some community service or something? Any objections? No! Your Honor. Well, given the new circumstances, the People agree. Fantastic. Ms. Scorpio Drake. I’d like to change my plea to guilty, Your Honor. So entered. The defendant will serve community service. Number of hours to be determined. Yeah, about that, Your Honor I’ve got a packed course load this semester [ Whispering ] Just say thank you! Thank you, Your Honor. Why do I get the feeling that Carly’s relationship with Brennan is not your only reservation? This baby is Carly’s grandchild. There’s no way that she’s gonna be able to keep it a secret, even if she didn’t say anything. You’re right. You’re right. It’s Carly. There might as well be a neon sign over her head. I hate to even say it, but I cannot trust Carly with this. I mean, she hasn’t been making the best choices lately. I just think it’s better that she does not know. Okay, well, forgive my bluntness, but Carly hasn’t made good choices for decades, and I have never once heard you say that you cannot trust her. So what’s different this time? When Carly was with Sonny, I could protect her. I knew that world. I know our world. I know the players in it. I understand it. But with the WSB, I mean, look, Valentin tried to take out Brennan, and Carly almost died from polonium poisoning? Yeah, that was a first for me, and I hope it’s the last. Look, I don’t know what code they work off of in Brennan’s world. I don’t even know what his agenda is. I don’t know if somebody’s out to get him. I don’t know anything. I don’t know the players. Which means I can’t provide Carly with the same level of protection I used to be able to. Soliski was a contractor. He worked all over the world. All over where? He was based mostly in Africa. But he also took work in South America, the Balkans, Middle East. World traveler, huh? You wouldn’t know anything about his death, would you know? No. I don’t know anything about that. No, I didn’t think so. Had to ask. You understand. Well, have a pleasant evening. Thank you. Anytime. [ Sighs ] Anything wrong? Uh, that guy Brennan was just asking me about some guy in Toronto. I wouldn’t know him if I saw him. Huh. Strange that he would ask you about him, then. Yeah, well, that Brennan guy is strange. Yeah. I got to cut this short. I’m sorry. Sonny, are you sure that nothing’s wrong? Yeah, yeah. Everything’s fine. I appreciate the conversation we had. See you. See you. So, what, pray tell, do you think that you know? I know that Deception provides the perfect cover for you to smuggle in, I don’t know, whatever it is that you’re smuggling these days. Plutonium? Uranium? What is it? Oh, Natalia. So sad that life has made you so bitter and mistrustful. These women have been really good to me. All I need to do is warn them. That might compromise your position with them, won’t it? They still don’t know that I’m your ex husband, do they? And I would tell them that too. Little late, don’t you think? Why would they ever trust you when you’ve left out such a pertinent piece of information? No, Natalia, if you know what’s good for you, you will keep your mouth shut. Another sparkling water? No, thanks. I already gave him an extra 20 minutes. He’s not gonna show. Leaving so soon? Justine. What is it now, Commissioner? I’m hoping that what happened today with Emma in there, we can put behind us and make peace. Your granddaughter dodged a bullet in there. She is in way more trouble than she’s letting on. Yeah, clearly. The very fact that her record is sealed means whatever crime she committed, it was serious. So whatever she did in California is going to come back to haunt her. Thank you so much, Both of you. [ Laughs ] Thank you so much. You put yourself in the line of fire, and that took courage. Yeah. I totally owe you one. Oh, don’t worry about it. I’ll collect. How about now? Can I buy you some dinner? Surf Lodge? Oh, actually, sorry, um, that’s gonna have to wait. Sorry. Okay. Yeah. No problem. Text me. Thank you again. Thanks, Tracy. So what now? Interrogation at a black site or… Funny. We’ve got to talk about these priors. You have to tell me what you did. I can’t tell you that. But I I spoke to your parents. This is all news to them too. Grandma, I can’t tell my parents, and I can’t tell you either. Why not, honey? Because the truth is I can’t tell anyone. They made me sign an NDA. Okay, it was either that or I go to jail. Hey. You’re back. Is everything okay with the baby? Sorry about that. What was that about? It was WSB business. With Sonny? Does that surprise you? WSB has never been interested in Sonny before. So are you sure he wasn’t warning you to stay away from me? Well, I’m sorry to disappoint you, but my conversation with Sonny had nothing to do with you. What do you care what I do? You divorced me. I believe you said you wanted nothing to do with me. And yet here you are, right back in my life again, uninvited. Let me be clear, darling. You will never be in a position to tell me what to do ever again. Ever! Not after the spectacular way you wrecked our family. [ Knock on door ] Excuse me. [ Door opens ]

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-No, Dani. No.

But I thought… See, you weren’t thinking. That’s the problem. You’re never thinking. You insisted on coming here, Bill. Yeah. On business. You’re the one pulling out photo albums. You’re gonna blame old photos on what you felt?

We got swept up.

Oh, no. There’s no “we.” Babe, stop worrying. How can it look like you’re out for revenge if you didn’t create the situation? Those women came to you needing your help to defend them against Hamilton. And if it feels good to get payback with my dad? Then so be it. [sighs] Thanks. And you’re stalling. I’m recalibrating my moral compass for my shift ahead. It’s the only way I can handle possibly having a crook as a partner. [winces] Things they do not teach you in detective school. Right. It’s like sometimes it seems like there is no black or white. Hmm. Dangerous neighborhood. Lucky me. I’ve got cops to protect me from all the bad people. I can’t believe you did this. Ash, you’ve got this confused with the time I invited the queen for tea. It’s Andre. No warning? The place is a mess. There’s only leftovers in the fridge. The guy’s a jet-setting photographer. I’m pretty sure he’s eaten in war zones. I’m sorry, are you comparing my cooking to army rations? [chuckles] It’s not about the food. It’s about the company. This’ll be good. I’ll get to know him and we can ask him about this doc that’s gonna make you a star. I keep telling you, that’s just a promotional thing. Never know with videos like these. They take on a life of their own, and before you know it, you’re America’s sweetheart. I just hope Andre and I can come up with something in common.

Besides you.

[knock at door] We good? Yeah. [sighs] Okay. Hey, man. Hope I’m not late. You’re right on time. [chuckles] What’s in the bag? Uh, just some red, white and beer.

Nice.

And flowers for the chef. Thank you. They’re lovely. Ash and I had a bottle of this one night in a new restaurant in Adams Morgan. Oh, yeah? Did you like it? It had some unexpected qualities that made me sit up and notice. The green apple. Right? And honeycomb. So, you’re into wines? Yeah, I have my favorites. Yeah. Where did you find them? Where your organized wife stored them. [both chuckling] Oh, my. Oh, wow. So many memories in these letters and notes. It’ll be a worthy addition to the Banneker Library. I wouldn’t be surprised if they asked you to hold a dozen more seminars. Yeah, you’re biased. The way you held those students’ attention? Yeah, me and four other speakers. Not one the likes of Vernon Dupree, who actually knew the people those other speakers only read about in history books, who corresponded with them and has the letters to prove it. And after all these years, not one mark on you. Not one mark, Vernon. You were and are an inspiration to the younger generations. A real living legend. That’s right. The way you spoke tonight yanked me back to when we first met. Ah, you were fearless, my darling. Oh, had to be. I had fallen for a man who was helping to change the world. Glad you joined me for the ride. Mm-hmm. And I’m not arm candy, even though I do look good. [chuckles] And you sure do. Come with me while I drop these off and… for a drink after. Are you asking me out, Mr. Dupree? I am. Any preferences? Only the swankiest place in town. I know just the place. [elevator doors open] Good evening, Caroline. I’m here to see my husband. I’ll never get tired of saying that. [singsongy]: My husband. You’re welcome to wait, but Bill’s not here. Did he know you were bringing dinner? I thought he’d be catching up on his other cases now that he’s not going to war with Naomi. I’m sorry to report, that battle continues. Hmm. Since when? Well, the last time you saw him, Naomi came by, and the next thing I knew… She’s playing hardball, being so vindictive, she’s blinded by the best interests of her clients. Where’s Bill now? I’m not at liberty to say. [scoffs] He really does rely on my discretion, Hayley. Caroline, I insist you tell me where my husband is. I did not consent to that kiss. [giggles] What, are you gonna call the cops? Have me arrested again? You know what? Maybe I should have put up my hand, hmm? And show you this shiny new ring placed there by my… Shiny new wife? And who’s this performance for, Bill? The ladies and gentlemen of the jury? I was here. I know what happened. There’s no future for us, Dani. Do you understand? Whatever we’ve been or done for each other is dead and in the past, okay? You poor, misguided man. I’m in your blood.

I got a transfusion.

And yet you’re here. The Rehoboth house… The charm and cocktails were not about real estate. You want something from me. What is it? It isn’t for me. It’s for Hayley. [phone chimes] Just like, hey, I’m just saying. [chuckles]

[sighs]

Mm. [exhales]

It’s good.

Mm. And listen, you know you didn’t have to run that by me, right? Hey. You got this. You really think so?

It’s my biggest case so far and…

Listen. Listen to me. You’ve been assigned a fair judge. You know the facts backwards and sideways, and you know what’s most important? You were trained to do this, Naomi. You were born to be an attorney. You know, fighting for justice, giving a voice to those

who will be silenced.

Oh, Dad.

Look, I mean it.

[sighs] Well, I learned from the best. [Bill chuckles] That’s my girl. NAOMI [sighs]: Okay. You seem so far away. Where did you go? All I know is, Bill took off on a mission, barely said goodbye, and he definitely didn’t tell me why he was going to Dani’s. But you must have some idea. Honestly, Hayley, the last thing we should do is speculate. She didn’t call? Summon him over to fix a leak or something? Maybe he wants to use her to get Naomi to drop the lawsuit. Hmm. If anything, Dani would tell Naomi to turn the heat up, use her as a weapon to punish Bill for leaving her. You don’t think she’d really do that? [scoffs] Nobody wants to say it, but, yes, I do. Every single one of those Dupree women is unhinged. Dani’s more vengeful than the others, and Bill knows that she’s dangerous. Well, they were married for decades. There’s a lot of blood under that bridge. It’s probably just some other detail they needed to talk about. Well, he usually deals with the divorce issues through the attorney. Face-to-face, he can turn on the Hamilton charm. You know Bill. When it comes to persuading people, that man is a king. The great and all-powerful Bill Hamilton reduced to running errands for his midlife crisis wife. Hayley doesn’t order me around. You miss that, Bill?

Like I said…

Actually, you haven’t said what you’d like me to do for her. Hayley’s treatment by certain members of the country club has been objectionable. You’ll have to take that up with the club president. You must have Gabe’s number. Tell your friends to back off, Dani. If club members are freezing Hayley out, it’s because they find her unacceptable, not because I have said anything. I wish you could see what you look like running around here, playing house with your child bride. Yeah, probably happy for the first time in a long time. That’s probably how I look. You know, that’s what you find so deplorable, right? That I found someone else that makes me feel the way a man should feel. Impractical or geriatric? I’m finally happy. And Hayley and I are equal partners, Intellectually? Physically? Bill, give yourself some credit. Or at least be honest. I am. To a fault. So you’re gonna tell your new bride that you kissed me? Okay, so you root for all the right local teams.

Thank God.

[chuckles softly] What about fantasy basketball? You in a league? Yeah, I’ve dabbled. Well, when you’re ready to go all in, I’ll hook you up with my guys. He says his team is casual. Cutthroat, right? We’re not that bad.

Maybe he bocces.

He doesn’t bocce. Bocce ball? You two play? When we can. All the first responders, uh, the good ones, anyway. All the nurses bring doughnuts. Flag on the play. No incentives. Choose whoever you want. Just don’t choose the cops. Mm. How bad did they beat you?

It was a fluke.

Mm-hmm. We got called in on an emergency on championship night. But we play for charity, so… So it doesn’t matter if you win. Mm, trust us.

It matters.

It matters. [laughs] You two are, um… You know, how would you like to be a part of this documentary? [engine shuts off] If Bill has allowed someone to turn his firm into a hostile workplace, he needs to own up to it. Gran, he’s out of control. He met with my clients without me and then intimidated them. They almost dropped the sexual harassment suit. Now, that’s bold, even for Bill. I can’t let him get away with it. What will you do? My assistant just sent over the research. I could have him hit with fines, get his evidence excluded, even get him cited for contempt of court. Throw in censure from the bar association. Well, that’s certainly aggressive. He sicced his new wife on me, Granddad. Hayley threatened that Dad would bankrupt me with this lawsuit. So, yeah, it’s on, and he deserves it. And I owe it to my clients. Let’s… not be too hasty. I did not kiss you, Dani. You instigated that. Did I beg you to come over here, demand that you stroll through the door and start making drinks? Well, it never crossed my mind that you would… Lie to your wife but not to me! You miss me, you want me, and somewhere in the back of your mind you know that this latest marriage was a mistake. [scoffs] I love Hayley very much. When we were sitting on that couch, feeling all the feels, it was Hayley who? I never asked for that ridiculous show of your emotions. You sure went along with it, didn’t you? And it felt good, right? Electricity, fire. Get a job, Dani. A hobby. Don’t you have a foundation or something you can micromanage? Because I’m done playing this twisted game with you. You tell your friends at the country club to show some respect. Or else? Just do as I ask. I have. Since the day I met you, I have been doing what you asked. You wanted me to stop modeling to marry you.

I quit the catwalk.

Here we go. You wanted children? Gave you the best and the brightest. Vacations? We saw the world. Out of nowhere divorce? Broke my heart. But that’s what you wanted, and this is what you get. You even had the temerity to demand that I go to your wedding. So I dressed up, showed up just to watch you marry that child. Yeah, you showed out carrying a gun. Yeah, I came in hot and packing heat. And somehow I’m the only one who got hurt. And what was I asking for? The only thing that I have ever demanded of you was love. You broke into our home. I broke a picture frame! What she took from me can never be replaced. And neither can I. The deed to the Rehoboth house. Your pretense for this visit. Then I guess we’re finished here. Keep thinking that. [door closes] [indistinct radio transmission] Yo, Pops, you got a minute? If it’s important. All right. I know you’ll say I should call Internal Affairs, but I wanted to run it by you anyway. Let’s talk over here.

Talk to me.

All right. On my way in, I seen Joey handing Marcel an envelope, and I’m pretty sure it had cash inside. You sure?

It was dark out.

Yes, Pops. I know what I saw. A decorated detective was receiving cash from a suspected criminal. Now I see why Marcel didn’t cuff Joey when he seen him doing the same thing last week with another guy. They’re doing this together. Am I the only one you told?

So far, yeah.

All right. This ain’t going no further. We got to keep this quiet, okay? Why? What’s going on? Armstrong is a CI.

Confidential informant?

Mm-hmm. He’s working for the cops? He’s helping us nail a foreign agent. Malone will use the marked money Joey handed him to pay off the guy, springing the trap that will hopefully lead to an arrest. You follow? I don’t think I do. We’re using a suspected crook to catch a real one.

Simple but effective.

All right, so wait.

Joey Armstrong works for us?

Mm-hmm.

I didn’t know.

No one does. And I’m only telling you this ’cause I can count on you to keep this quiet, okay? Just between us. Of course. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Just us. All right. DANI: You’re not special, Hayley. You sure as hell ain’t the first. Remember what they say– past is prologue. The fairy tale never tells you how Prince Charming can become a real son of a bitch once that ring goes on your finger. [door opens] [exhales sharply] Oh, hey. I did not expect to see you. What brings you back here so late? My husband’s putting in long hours. Thought I could offer my help

or at least my company.

Hmm. [sighs] You look troubled, Bill. Did something happen? Oh, traffic. This dinner?

It’s cold.

Yeah. Good thing about Orphey Gene’s, it warms up nice. I heard Naomi’s moving forward with her case. Caroline told me before she left for the night. And what else did she say? Before I jump to conclusions, explain why you went to see your ex-wife. Please don’t tell me you thought she could talk some sense into Naomi about walking away from that case. [sighs] Dani’s so deep in her delusion, she didn’t even know about the lawsuit. Oh. [scoffs] So, then why was it so important for you to see her? Hayley… Tell me you didn’t. Look, I couldn’t let them go on treating you that way at the country club. Okay? I hoped that I could get her to tell her cronies to cut back on the shunning, that’s all. After everything I’ve already been through? After I asked you not to?

Baby…

This is the last thing I wanted. You were injured running into a burning building. Talk about the care you received. You know how much hell I’m catching at the station for that picture in the paper? Hey, I told you it’d get ’em to talk. That’s only a fraction of how bad they’ll roast me if there was a video floating around. I think you should do it. It’s important for the patient perspective to be part of this documentary. Who better than you? ANDRE: Yeah. Hey, I’m not asking you to answer right away. Just think about it. [phone buzzing] One second. [clears throat] Hey, babe.

[mouths]

Yeah, whatever you need. Be right there. Uh, sorry. DEREK: Got to hit the road? Yeah, afraid I do. Wish I could stay and help clean up. I don’t think he means that. [chuckles] Hey, dinner was delicious. I’m really glad you could make it.

Oh, of course.

See you around. Yeah, count on it. Uh, night. DEREK: Night. All right, man. Did he just…? Rush out of here for a booty call?

Oh, yeah.

Okay. I’m thinking she’s why he’s sticking around. He’s staying in town for the job. He’s not building a future with whoever’s on the other end of that call. Mm… Trust me, a guy knows. All right, so we’ll just have to find him a girl so we can double- and triple-date. Perfect. Aw, you can’t rest until everybody’s paired up. I blame you for making me so happy. I just want Andre to know what this is like. You couldn’t get off the phone with me fast enough. [chuckles] I was being discreet. I hope I didn’t steal you away from anything important. Nah, just dinner with friends. No big deal. You shouldn’t feel obligated to spend time with me. I go where I like. And I usually like where I go. Well, I should limit my exposure to you anyway. Someday, not very long from now, you’ll be off on the other side of the world on some exciting adventure,

and I won’t see you for months.

Hmm. Not to mention the fact that you are my sister’s nephew. I’m her husband’s nephew. You are not in my family tree. Well, the point is that this has an expiration date. We weren’t built to last. [scoffs] That is why we should live each moment to its fullest. And since I’ll be sticking around for that documentary… For how long? I could be here for months. But as for you and me, let’s just leave it at: I’ll be here when you call. If I call. I hope you’ll call. You went to Naomi about the lawsuit because you care about me, right? You love me, right? How is this any different? I knew you would approve of what I was doing. I was standing up for you. It’s the same thing. You threatened to burn a town to the ground and put people’s heads on pikes.

Man, a turn of phrase.

You meant it. Nobody likes a bully. If you told me to stay away from Naomi, I’d respect your wishes. I was trying to appeal to Dani’s sense of reason. Oh! Gun-shooting Dani? Or breaking and entering Dani? Look, I thought that she had calmed down and moved on. Forgive me for being an optimist. [scoffs] What? Just reminded myself that you’re a master of diversion. Oh, God, babe, I just told you what happened. You told me why you went to Dani’s. And why don’t you fill me in on what went down between you and your former wife? If I didn’t know you better, Granddad, I’d think you’re telling me to play softball with Bill Hamilton. That’s exactly what I’m proposing. A-Aren’t you angry with him for what he did? Being a pragmatist outweighs everything else. There’s been so much conflict between Bill and our family. I don’t want this creeping into the news or gossip around town that we can’t handle our business in private. Well, you two are gonna have quite the conversation on your way home about how wrong he is. Right, Gran? Well, now, Naomi. No, no, no, no. Not you, too. You know that I support you completely. And I would never advise you to drop the lawsuit in favor of a settlement if you think it unacceptable. That being said… …we’re just suggesting you find a balance, hold Bill accountable without turning him into an enemy. You know, this sounds a lot like when you two insisted we attend that hellish wedding. It’s like you have this strange soft spot for the man who betrayed his family. I… We all have firsthand knowledge of how your father can overreact when taunted. When Bill gets threatened, bad things happen.

What are you saying?

ANITA: Sweetheart, whether you decide to drop the lawsuit is up to you. We’re just reminding you that things can get ugly with Bill. They usually do. [indistinct radio transmission] Next time you do business, have sense to do it in private.

Who?

Jacob. He saw the handoff. Who’d he tell? Fortunately, not Internal Affairs. He came straight to me. But this is the second time, Marcel. The second time my kid has seen Joey Armstrong conducting business, and the second time he’s seen his upstanding partner being okay with it. Now he’s even taking part. My bad. It’s your career, you screw this up. You want to spend your retirement in the Caribbean on the Good Ship Sheila, then keep your hands clean. My son is too damn wholesome to ignore corruption. And here I was thinking that you just wanted someone to talk to. We can talk after we exorcise a demon. [chuckles] What has your ex done now? Said he had to see me. So I dropped everything. He dropped by, and for one brief, beautiful moment I thought that he was going to ask me for a second chance. Tell me that his fling with Hayley had flung and he would spend the rest of our lives making it up to me. He had something else in mind. Turns out he was sweet-talking me so that I would be kind or ask people to be kind to his reboot. Why do you even waste your time? Because he was mine. And I know… I need to accept the fact

that he’s never coming back.

Mm-hmm. But I was hoping that you could help me forget that he’s even on the planet. I’ll be your first…Well, uh, the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. Show meHow you like it-it-it-itShow me…That works, too. I hope you’re up for the challenge. I got a lot to forget. Rain, rain downDrip, drip, drip-dropLet it rain, rain downDrip, drip, drip-drop.[sighs] You aren’t jealous, are you? It’s easier to keep track of your heart when I know I’m the only one in it. You are. Always. Dani and I just had some stuff to hash out. At night, out of the blue, when you didn’t mention you’d be seeing her?

Look, it wasn’t that deep, babe, okay?

[scoffs] Hmm. We own a place in Delaware, and I suggested that we sell it. Oh, no. I thought we… Mm, with the intention of using my share of the proceeds to get us a weekend home. Just for the two of us.

Really?

Yeah. Yeah, it was gonna be a surprise. It still can be, but go on. So, um… We started talking about summers we spent up there and… Something happened. And then Dani… …thought that… [chuckles] that there was a chance that I’d go back to her. [Hayley scoffs] That’s ridiculous. You never entertained that idea. Yeah, I know, right? Of course not. Okay, so what did you do? I told her the truth. I said I’m madly in love with my wife and that we’re… deliriously happy and she should move on. And she refused. There were tears. Yeah, lot of tears. ‘Cause this time she, um, she finally believed me. You’ve told her that dozens of times in dozens of ways. What was it about this time that made her see the light? ASHLEY: And when Andre finds a girl, they can do fun couple things. Like? Like this. [laughs] Having someone to download with. We get it. The things we see. The lives that get lost.

That’s the part nobody talks about.

Mm-hmm. How you carry that stuff with you. That’s why you should do the interview. I thought we’d finished with this. You’re what Andre needs. You’re serious about the work, but you’re able to find that balance, Derek. There are stories only you can tell. Or not. Look, you don’t have to tell Andre anything that’s important to you. Everything’s important to me. Especially you. Okay, so tell him about being in the hospital and how knowledgeable and attentive and compassionate your nurse Ashley was. Mm-hmm, the smartest person I know. She chose a guy like me to fall in love with. [laughs] Finally. A man who loves me for my mind. Mm, that’s not the only thing. No. There are at least a dozen reasons that I’m keeping for just between us. If you got some time, I’ll show you a few.

Hey, babe.

Hey. I was hoping you’d still be here. Look, tell me I’m not losing my mind.

What’s going on?

Something with my partner. But we could talk about that later. You look even more worried than when I left you. What happened? My grandparents were just here. And the way they reacted when I told them what Dad’s done, it wa– it was odd. In what way? They’re worried about retaliation. What Dad will do if he loses. Okay. And that leaves you where? Going after him with everything I’ve got. Thank you, sweetheart. Mm. [laughs] So much for a fun night out. Well, we were right where we were supposed to be when we were supposed to be there. I’m just glad Naomi shared with us so we can nudge her in the right direction. I hoped things would die down once Bill dropped the charges against Dani. That man has too much power. The trouble he could cause this family. We can’t let him pull that trigger, Anita. We need to make damn sure no one ever makes him feel like that’s even an option.

Bill: Come here. Come on, come, come. Listen. Dani realized she had no chance of winning me back because you’re everything that I want. Okay? She looked me right in my eyes and realized that nothing that she and I shared in our past could compare to what you and I have now.

Oh, Bill.

Yeah. Look, I know how lucky we are to have found one another. I’m not gonna do anything to jeopardize that.

Smart man.

Mm. One of the many reasons you adore me. [Bill chuckles] Well, this is the perfect time for you to take me home and show me how much you love me. Mm. Well, I worship you.

Mm.

Mm. Mm-mm. Nothing and no one would make me happier.

Mm.

So… …why don’t we get home and start heating things up? [chuckles] [chuckling] That take your mind off things? You are a very sweet distraction.

Better than chocolate.

Mm-hmm. You’re not bad yourself. What am I helping you to forget? Work? Another woman? Nah, this is all about you. Mm-hmm. If this is what it takes to help you forget… I can forget. Mm. But even if Bill promised me forever in Bora Bora or flew me to Monaco for retail therapy and baccarat… Baccarat? …I could never forgive what he did. You’re not buying it, huh? [laughing] Not yet. Well, maybe what I need is another dose of distraction. Ah. I’d be so happy to provide that service for you. The thing is… I might need a few more doses.

Mm.

Throughout the night.

And maybe into the morning?

Yeah? And then some. There you go. I’m staying patientShivers down my spine.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[gentle guitar music]


Hey. I wasn’t expecting you.

Yeah. Well, your mom told me you’d be here, so I thought I would come check on you.


I didn’t think you’d be coming to work today.

Yeah, me neither. But I thought maybe if I clocked in a few hours at Sweet Bits it would help take my mind off of Mrs. Choi pulling the plug on the adoption.

Did it work?

Not really.

Yeah. I can’t stop thinking about it either.

God, if only that article had never been published, then Mrs. Choi would have never found out about all the terrible things that EJ has done. * * [sighs] [tense music]

Oh, EJ. You have caused a world of trouble for everyone in this town. Trouble. Heartache. Misery.


But what goes around comes around.


So you do want me?

Yeah. Yes. God help me, I do.

And we want the same thing– each other.


Wait.

Why?

Well, I told you. First you need to admit what you did to Rafe.


Then you’re in luck.


Because I didn’t do a damn thing to that man.


Which means you are wearing a wire for nothing.


[sighs]

Hey, I didn’t expect you home so soon. I just got off the phone with Mom.

Any news on Dad?

Actually, yeah.

Oh, god. What is it?

It-

it-

we don’t have a lot of information, but, um, Dad may have been abducted.

What? When? By who?

We don’t know. We don’t have any information or details, Belle. But listen, I’m guessing that if they went to all this trouble to take him, they need him alive, right? So we’re going to have to have faith on this.

Yeah, faith. That’s getting a lot harder for me to do. I’m just-

I’m just not in the best headspace for this right now.

Why? What happened? What the hell is this?

[scoffs] I tried to get the goods on EJ, and I failed.

Yeah, I’ll have a full report for you in the morning. Thanks. You, too. Shawn? Hey. I thought you were still at the station.

Yeah, I was. It’s, you know– it’s just been a long night.

Tell me about it. Just gave a whole debrief to the sergeant. The op was a bust, man. Didn’t get anything on EJ. He figured out Belle was wearing a wire. Hey, she’s fine, by the way.

Oh sorry, man. Sorry. I mean, thank god for that at least, right?

Are you OK?

Yeah, yeah, just– I’ve just got a lot on my mind, you know? [sirens wailing]

I need some space.

Space? Haven’t we had enough time apart? I mean, we can get through this if we’re together.

No, no. Jada, I can’t. I just can’t–

Wait, where are you going?

–deal with this right now. OK, listen. Just listen to me, OK? We need to figure some things out. Or I need to figure some things out. And I can’t do that with you around, so I’m going to go home. But you’re not going to go with me.

What are you saying? Are you– are you asking me to move out?


I’m just saying that I think it’s best right now if– we just need some distance.


No. No, Rafe, we’ve– we’ve survived what EJ put us through, OK? We can survive this. Please.

I have nothing else to say, Jada.

Let’s just go home together.

No, Jada!

Rafe, wait. Rafe! [sobbing]


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Oh, you’re home.

Yeah.

Sorry, I didn’t save you any takeout. I thought it’d be just me tonight. Javi and Leo were at the movies, and I thought you and Jada would be out late.


She’s not coming home.


What’s wrong?


Jada cheated on me.

[sighs]


You look like hell.

Thanks.

Said with love. What’s going on?

I need to discuss something with you.

And this, you know-

you couldn’t do this over the phone or at least wait until tomorrow in the office?

It’s not business. It’s personal, Madam Mayor.

Oh. In that case, you better call me Paulina. And I think I got some rosé in the back of the fridge.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I-

I don’t want to take up too much of your time. And plus, it’s getting late.

Oh, come on, come on. It’s just us girls. Abe is out of town visiting Eli and Lani. And Johnny and Chanel, well– whew, I don’t think they’ll be back anytime soon. Mm. Not after the news they got today.

What happened?

EJ screwed them out of adopting their baby.

So what do you say we get out of here tonight? We can drive up to Chicago and just clear our heads for a bit.

That sounds lovely. It does. But I think we’re going to have to take a rain check. I owe my Grandpa Roman a visit. He’s been trying to get a hold of me since yesterday. [gentle guitar music] OK. I’ll see you later tonight, OK? I love you.

Love you.


It’s bad enough that Kristen and her mother got away with what they did to me. Why should you, EJ? You hurt people for sport. [tense music]


The police won’t make you pay. There are other ways for justice to be served.


After that article about EJ, that was the last straw. After reading that, Amy Choi, she didn’t want her grandchild near anyone with the last name DiMera.

Damn. That man has a specialty for ruining people’s lives.

Yeah, you know all about that.

Yeah, I do.

Ugh. So what was on your mind? What did you want to talk to me about?

Well, like I said, it was a personal issue, One that I didn’t think would get in the way of the job, but since it’s out there, you may be asked about it as mayor.

OK, just-

just tell me. [tense music]

I slept with Detective Brady.


So what’s on your mind that’s a bigger deal than bringing EJ down? Is this about you and Jada? Was she upset that you told me about it? I know she didn’t want anyone to know.

Yeah, well, she changed her mind, and she’s probably telling Rafe right now as we speak. [bottle thuds]

Jada slept with Shawn?

Apparently.

But I didn’t even know that you two were having problems. You both seemed so happy when we finally found you.

Yeah, well, it happened before you did– find me, before I got home. So right after Arnold left Jada at the altar.

Oh.

Oh?


Rafe, I can’t imagine how you must feel right now, but those circumstances are a little different than “she cheated on me.”

Well, why didn’t she tell me for weeks?

OK, I can’t defend that.

But you are defending her.

Yeah, because, I mean, can’t you see? She wasn’t actually trying to hurt you. She got fooled by Arnold, just like everyone else.

And that’s the problem. How could she not have known that I would never hurt her that way, that something was wrong?


Rafe, I was there.

Mm.

I watched Arnold humiliate Jada in front of half the town.


I saw what happened to her after he flaunted the fact that you slept with a stripper the night before the wedding.

Yeah, exactly. Right. And that wasn’t a red flag? I mean, come on.

[stammering] Of course it is. Hell, I even wanted you to get an MRI to check for brain damage.

Yeah, Jada mentioned that.


We knew something was off. But no, Jada didn’t know that someone was pretending to be. And guess what. I didn’t either. And– look, Jada’s only known you for a couple of years. I’ve known you my entire life. What’s my excuse? Look, Rafe, I get it. The situation is screwed up. But how can you blame her for any of this? There is only one person responsible for this mess. EJ DiMera.


[scoffs] I said I’m not in the mood, Kristen.

Guess again. And I don’t know about Kristen, but I don’t give a damn what you’re in the mood for, not after you sabotaged any chance Johnny and I had of adopting that baby.

[sighs] Let’s get this over with, shall we? Air your list of grievances. Your mother just gave me an earful, but who knows? Maybe she missed something.

You know what, I didn’t need to drive all the way over here just to tell you that I’m pissed at you. You are not my sounding board or my punching bag for that.

Then why are you here?

I’m here because I want you to answer one thing for me. Why? Why do you insist on ruining people’s lives, especially those that you claim to care the most about?


I gotta admit, sis, that was pretty brave of you.

[scoffs] Pretty brave or pretty stupid. EJ figured out I was wearing a wire in, like, two seconds, but not before I said that I wanted to rekindle what we had, except that I wouldn’t until he told me what he did to Jada and Rafe.

Mm-hmm. And what did he say to all of that?

Well, he played along at first, of course. But then he was furious that I was lying to him. And he said that I was only trying to send him to prison because I was trying to remove the temptation, but that it wasn’t possible because he was in my head and my heart and in my soul.


I’ve been on the other end of the DiMera tongue-lashing. I wouldn’t take it too seriously.

Yeah. Well, I wouldn’t usually, except– oh, god. I think he might be right.


Did Jada think I was going to say something to Rafe?

No. No, no, no. It’s got nothing to do with you. I mean, except, you knowing, he made her realize that she– she can’t control this. So the truth is going to come out, and she wants to be the one to tell him.


OK.

But maybe she left your name out. Look, Shawn, you didn’t do anything wrong. And neither did she. She might not even tell him who the other guy was.

No, no, I don’t see her lying to Rafe again. Come on, let’s face it. He probably knows right now that his friend slept with his fiancée.


If I got my story straight, you and Shawn slept together after I fired you and before you got reinstated.

Yeah, but–

Mm, but nothing now. Did you promote Shawn over anyone else more qualified? Did you give him any choice assignment?

No.

Well, then there’s no issue here. And uh, if there– in case of any optics, you let me handle this if it gets leaked to the press. [sighs] But something tells me that you weren’t crying out and drying out your tears on the way over because of optics.

No. Rafe and I really got into it, and he asked me not to come home tonight. He blames me for not telling him sooner and not realizing that Arnold wasn’t him.

[scoffs] That’s ridiculous.


Is it? I mean, after everything that happened with Bobby, I’ve been really off my game. I should have– I should have figured it out sooner. Right? Especially not only as a detective but as the person who loves him more than anyone.

No, no. You need to stop. You need to stop that talk right now. Now, listen loud and clear. Jada Hunter, you are not to blame for what happened. And we both know exactly who is. [tense music]

Damn it! This is all EJ’s fault.

Oh, come on. Come on. Listen, it’s not that simple.

Yes, it is. Jada only slept with Shawn because she thought you dumped her on her wedding day. And then that bastard kidnapped you and replaced you with an impostor. Rafe, you know damn well that none of this would have happened if it wasn’t for EJ. That man ruined your life almost as much as he ruined mine. And I could kill him for it.


You knew that Johnny and I were trying to adopt a baby. All you had to do was keep your nose clean for a few months, but you couldn’t help yourself.

I’m sorry my idiot brother chose this moment to publish an article about me.

Do you think that this is about the article? This is about your actions, your choices.

And I want to make this right. I told Johnny I would speak with Amy Choi, tell her, convince her that whatever she thinks of me, it would have no bearing on his ability to be a good parent or yours.

You are a dangerous man. And she doesn’t think that we are bad people, but she is terrified of you being anywhere near her grandchild. And you know what? If I were her, I would be too.

Then I suppose it’s for the best that Johnny doesn’t want me to get involved, that as far as he’s concerned, I’m dead to him.


Johnny. Got my text?

Yep. And your missed calls. You know, I would have gotten back to you sooner. It’s just– –the adoption fell through.

Oh, no.

Yeah. Sophia’s mother read the article about my father and– that was it.

Damn it, Johnny. I’m so sorry, especially knowing that you’re still dealing with what you learned about your dad, what he did to your mom. Johnny, look, I– I always thought you should know the truth when you were old enough. But that wasn’t my call. And Kate wouldn’t have said anything if I hadn’t put my foot in my mouth.

Yeah, well… obviously, I hate that it even happened. [light twangy music] He did that horrible thing that he forced himself onto my mother. But I hate that she then married him twice. I hate that everybody decided to keep it from me. And most of all, I– I hate my father.

Well, I know that feeling. But listen, this is all fresh to you.

[chuckles]

I have known about this all your life.

So what? What are you saying? You’re saying eventually I’m not going to be as angry about this as I am right now? Because I really don’t see that happening.

No. But I do think you will find a way to understand your mother in time. And why we honored her wishes, at least I hope you will. But your dad, that’s a whole different deal, man. That anger may never go away. And I can tell you this, mine sure as hell hasn’t. And there’s a strong part of me that wants to go in that box, open it up, get out my gun and shoot this SOB.


OK, do you want– do you want truth or comfort right now?

God, if you have to ask. Hey, look, look, look, I– I know what it’s like to have a DiMera that you just can’t shake.

OK, you gave me this lecture when Mom walked in on EJ and me, OK? I know how toxic our dynamic is.

I know. I know, but a lot’s changed since then. OK, hear me out. Your brother’s an addict, right? I was addicted to Kristen. I mean, every time I tried to push her away, I just found myself going back to her. Every time.

OK, so this is definitely truth, not comfort.

No, no, no. It’s both. It’s both. Listen, what I’m telling you is I did kick the habit. Now, I’m grateful to her for giving me Rachel, all right? I love that little girl. But the point is, she doesn’t have a spell over me anymore. Every time I see her, all I can think about is the pain that we have caused each other, OK? I finally moved on. I did. And I believe that you can too, OK?

Mm-hmm. Well, that’s very easy for you to say because you found someone that you love as much. I don’t have an Ava in my life.


Belle, I don’t have an Ava in my life either anymore. We broke up. [tense music]

I must say, I admire your determination. But like you just said, we both know why that’s not going to happen. If you spill on me, Kristen and Brady’s precious daughter will be taken away from them. And all the blame goes to you.

Oh, EJ. Who said anything about spilling?

If you’re referring to Ms. Blake’s part in all this, I wouldn’t hold your breath. I have it on very good authority that she’s been removed from the equation.


You’re not going to get away with this this time, EJ.


Not this time.


[light twangy music]

Grandpa, you really have a gun behind the bar?

Yeah, I mean, you know, Salem’s a good town and all, but a small business owner’s got to protect himself.

How long have you had it?

Since always. I just never advertised it to you kids. But I made damn sure I kept it locked up in that box so none of you would get hurt. But I guess instead, my big mouth hurt you. Johnny, listen to me. When I first heard your dad was working with Feniger again, it just brought it all back. Everything.

Yeah, well, look. I’m-

I’m glad. I’m glad you and Kate told me that story. I needed to know. My whole life, I’ve been living in the dark. And now I know what kind of a monster my dad really is.


Johnny said you’re dead to him.

Oh, did he not tell you?

No, but it doesn’t shock me. I mean, how did you expect him to react after he found out that you raped his mother? [tense music]

That was a long time ago. I’ve spent decades trying to right that terrible wrong.

No, you’ve spent decades trying to cover it up. You spent Johnny’s entire life trying to prevent him from knowing the truth about how he was conceived.

To protect him.

No, to protect yourself. That is your MO.

It was what Samantha wanted.

Oh, and how lucky for you. Now, I don’t know how Sammy was able to forgive you. That is between the two of you and God. And maybe Johnny could have moved past it if you hadn’t partnered with the other man who assaulted his mother to steal Rafe’s life. That is not a one-off. That is a pattern. It shows a clear and distinct lack of remorse. You-

you don’t deserve forgiveness, EJ. And so Johnny will never give it to you. [tense music]


You can’t go around saying you’re going to kill people. The threat alone is a crime.

What, are you going to turn me in?

I’m serious. Don’t do it. I mean, you just got your freedom back, OK? So let’s not joke about it or risk it. Besides, we both know that you would never actually try and kill EJ.

You sure about that?

Now, now, Gabriella. Let’s not do anything rash.

What did you do with Rafe?

I haven’t done anything with Rafe. I’ve told you that. Now, why don’t you be a good girl and put the gun down, and we can have a civilized–

You lied! This is my brother’s gun, EJ. And I swear to god, I will use it to blow your head off unless you start telling me the truth. Now, where the hell is he?


We’ve both been pushed to our limits by EJ. Who knows what we’re capable of? [tense music]

You and Ava broke up? When?

We’ve been on the rocks ever since I asked her to cover for Rachel. And yesterday, we just called it. Hey, tomorrow’s another day, right? And speaking of which, I’m going to hit the hay just in case Marlena calls with any more information. You know, with the time difference and everything.

Yeah, makes sense.

You might want to turn in to. You’ve had one hell of a day.

[chuckles] I will. I think I should check in with Jada first, though, to make sure she knows about my unmitigated disaster, so good night.

Night-night. [pensive music]


How could I have been so stupid?

Dude, this isn’t your fault. You and Jada thought Rafe dumped her.

It doesn’t matter. Even if it was Rafe that broke Jada’s heart the way that he did, frankly, he should be more pissed at me. She was his jilted ex. And I was– I was his crappy friend.

Hey, I get that. But there’s something to be said for extenuating circumstances. You know what? Let me feel things out for you. I’m supposed to spend the night at Gabi’s. Rafe will probably be there. I could find out how much he knows.


All right. All right, yeah. Thank you. Yeah.

Hey, what are partners for?

Thanks.


I know you’re trying to make me feel better, but I can’t just absolve myself of all responsibility here.

[scoffs] The hell you can’t. This is what EJ does. He manipulates and muddies the damn waters until people don’t know what’s what. Let me tell you something. Every horrible thing that has happened in Salem these last few weeks can be traced back to him. And I have faith that one day he’s going to have to face the consequences for everything that he has done, if not in this world, than in the next. [phone beeps] [tense music]

Maybe that time is now.

What do you mean?

Well, I asked Belle to wear a wire to see if she can get EJ to admit kidnapping Rafe.

Mm. Pretty underhanded. But I love it.


[sighs] Well, that was a bust.

Belle have a change of heart?

No. EJ figured out what she was up to.

Damn.


So you still think and have faith that EJ will pay for everything that he’s done?

[scoffs] Nope, not unless someone makes him pay. Ugh. And they would be doing the world a favor if they just took care of him once and for all.


You’ve made your point. My son hates me, which, though I doubt you’ll give a damn, is very painful for me.

You’re right. I don’t give a damn. So if you’re expecting me to intercede on your behalf, it’s not going to happen.

I understand. But maybe you could tell him that I love him. [tense music]

I’ll tell him, even though I’m sure it’s the last thing he wants to hear right now.


Johnny, I’m so sorry that you’re having to go through this. Have you talked to your mother?

I’ve– [clears throat] –I’ve called her a few times, but I’m pretty sure she’s avoiding me.

OK. Well, maybe she’s just not ready. I mean, this is her pain we’re talking about here. She kept all that deep inside. She didn’t want you to know to keep it from affecting your relationship with your father.

How could it not? I mean, shouldn’t it?

Well, there’s a part of me that knows I should say, well, he’s your father, all right, no matter what I think about him. But the other day, he came in here threatening Katie and her son when he found out that it was her who told you what happened.

[sighs] I’m really sorry about that.

You didn’t do it. Your old man did.

Yeah, well, he did it in my name. And he’s not going to stop. You know, he had the nerve to show up to Paulina’s and ask me to forgive him. It took everything I had not to take a knife off the table and stab him with it. [light twangy music]

Hey, Ava. I fixed the water heater.


What’s up with her?

No idea. But I know a woman on a mission when I see one.


[pensive music]


Gabi, you there? Gabi? Rafe? Anybody home?


[phone beeps]]


No, I am far from OK.


Mama?

Mm? Ooh. Oh, Chanel. Oh, darling. I was reading a book. Must have fallen asleep.

[chuckles] I’m sorry to wake you.

Oh, no, no. It’s OK. Whew. It’s too early to just call it a night.

Yeah, I was hoping that Johnny would be here. Have you seen him?

Uh-uh. No, not tonight.


Honey, is something wrong?

I don’t know. God, I hope not.


[phone rings]

Oh, Kate. I got to take this.

Oh, yeah. Go. Go ahead. I’ll watch– I’ll watch the bar.

Are you sure?

Yeah. Yes, it’s all good.

All right. Thanks.

Yeah, Katie, what’s up? [light twangy music]


[tense music]


[sighs] So any advice you’d like to share to help me get back to my son’s good graces? Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But I am my father’s son. [chuckling] You were always one step ahead. And so am I. [ominous music] * * I win.


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B&B Transcript Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Bold & The Beautiful Transcript

 

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[quiet music plays] Katie and I were discussing it over lunch. Apparently, Ridge and Steffy wanna tie in the fragrance and jewelry line into the couture line. Mom, I… I appreciate what you are trying to do and making it feel like everything is back to normal when we both know that it’s not. So if it’s okay, I’d rather not talk about how your day was at work. I really don’t wanna hear about Ridge or Steffy or the Forresters, especially not after what they did to me. So… [moody music plays] What do you–what do you mean, why am I– -I get to be upset about this. -It doesn’t concern you. No, it actually does. It actually does concern me because people keep asking me questions that I can’t answer about your decision-making. You– Okay, so you let Luna out of prison. You had a convicted murderer living in your home. I’m just asking– what is wrong with you? I know what you were doing, Luna– coming on to Will, my boyfriend. Okay. I don’t appreciate the aggressive behavior in my home. She’s the one being aggressive. -You should be very careful. -Sheila. Grandma. Maybe Electra and I should discuss this on our own. You just remember where you are and who you’re dealing with. There’s nothing to talk about. I’m here to put you on notice to stay away from Will and me. Will, come on. -What is it? -Nothing. Is this about Electra? [edgy music plays] Are you and Electra having problems? No, and I don’t wanna cause any. I’m crazy about her, Mom. Well, I think it’s pretty clear she’s crazy about you too. Yeah, I feel that. She tells me all the time. Okay, well, then what is it? I just don’t think we’re on the same page. Will doesn’t want anything to do with you. Really? Then why am I being annoyed by his jealous girlfriend? You should be in prison rotting in a cell for the rest of your life. Oh, but I’m not. I’m free to go and do whatever I want. And you know who I have to thank for that? Bill Spencer. Yeah. That’s right, Electra. I owe my freedom to Will’s dad. I don’t have to justify my decision to you or anyone. I would settle for explaining it. Can you give a reason, just like one single reason why you would let a convicted murderer out of prison? Luna wasn’t safe in there. Oh, Luna wasn’t safe in there? Well, that’s great, Dad. That’s super great, because now none of us are safe out here. You remember she killed two men, right? You remember that? You remember she tried to kill Steffy? Do you even remember Steffy, your grandchild’s mother? Like, this is what I’m talking about. What are you thinking? What is wrong with you? Enough! You think I’m gonna let you walk in my house and talk to me like that? -Hey! -[Deacon] Hey. I thought you were out running errands. Yeah, well, they didn’t take as long as I thought they would. [Sheila] Mm. Everything okay? Ah, you’re still… upset about Luna. Look, I’m not exactly doing cartwheels over the fact that you’re her grandmother, but no, I’ve got bigger fish to fry. Well, what is it? Hope. You still have a place at Forrester Creations. And me, well, my line is dead and I’m not allowed in the building. Honey, things are in transition. Not for me. I have…pretty much lost everything. I’ve… …lost Hope for the Future, I’ve… certainly lost my faith in Carter. [exhales] Just I put my trust in the hands of the wrong man. He basically sold me out for the Forresters and… I still can’t help but feel like you did too. Things with you and Electra have been going well, right? Yeah, really well. That’s not the issue. Y-you’re not on the same page. That’s what you said. About…where we go from here. Like if it’s time to take it to the next step. Oh. Oh. Well, I’m glad that you feel comfortable talking to me about this. I sort of don’t, but, um, I wanna do the right thing. I love her, Mom. She’s talented, hard-working, beautiful, and I really have enjoyed hanging out with her. But you wanna get closer. Yeah. And she’s not ready? I’m a free woman because of Bill. And that’s a good thing, because a few months ago, I had nothing to lose– no family, no future. But I’ve been given this incredible opportunity. -That’s good? -For you. ‘Cause I can’t do anything to screw it up. Of course you will. It’s only a matter of time before you mess up and land yourself right back in jail. But until then, I’m warning you to never come near Will or me ever again. [dark chords swell]

Liam: Luna Nozawa is crazy. She’s an actual murderer. She got a pardon, a clean slate. Not from me! Not from Steffy. Not from th-the families of the men that she killed. Luna is starting over. Dad, Luna… is the kind of person who should be in prison. She is the kind of person who should be locked away for the rest of her life precisely because of how dangerous she is. But now you just– you just let her loose into the world. You effectively unleashed a maniac on the rest of us. So thank you. Thanks. [uneasy music plays] Just give it time, honey. I’ll talk to Ridge. He’ll let you back in. Ridge? Seriously, Mom? That’s your solution? Knowing how he feels about me? You know he will never go for that. -Steffy respects his opinion. -Well… I don’t. And frankly, I’m-I’m getting pretty tired about having to constantly defer to him and his judgement. I’m just trying to be helpful. No, I-I know. You are. And I get that you are still worried about how this is impacting your relationship with him, but, uh, Mom… When are you going to stop feeling like you have to prove yourself to him? You’re enough as you are. And still, you are making him your first thought and your first concern instead of… well, anything else. [moody music plays] I would never want Electra to do anything -that she’s not ready for. -No, of course not. Mom, we’ve been dating for a while now. Sure, but there’s no real timeline with something like this. I mean, it’s gotta feel right for both you and Electra. But that’s what I’m saying is that we’re just not on the same page. It’s good that you’re talking about it. I agree. I just wish that we didn’t get into it at Il Giardino. Did Electra get upset? No. Luna was there. Whoa, hang on. Double murderer Luna? Yep. Yep. She overheard me and Electra and picked up on my frustrations. Did she approach you? More than that, Mom. Luna came on to me. Never touch me again. You hit on my boyfriend and you’re telling me to back off? -And you better listen. -Or what? You just said you’re not gonna ruin your big chance. And nobody else is gonna ruin it for me either. You think just ’cause you got off you can do anything you want? You can’t. You’re sick, Luna. Coming on to Will? It’s pathetic. He doesn’t want anything to do with you. We’ll see about that. I did what I believed was right. For who? Not your family. ‘Cause, if you recall, Luna wanted Steffy dead. All right, we’re done! I’m not debating this with you, Liam. So get off your soap box, go back to the office, -and do what I pay you to do. -Hey, hey, hey! I’m here as your son, not your employee, so this whole like dismissing me thing–that doesn’t work here. I’m trying–Dad, I’m trying to get through to you. Well, you’re wasting your time and mine. Yeah, may–[exhales] Maybe I’m wasting my time. Because any–any– [huffs] Ha. Any attempt to show concern for you you interpret as like this– this offense, like an affront to you. ‘Cause nobody gets to question you. Your behavior can be as bizarre and erratic and shady as you want it to be, and we all just– we just have to accept it, and you think that’s, like, leadership? That’s not leadership, Dad. It’s unaccountability. And it’s gross and it’s reckless, and it’s gonna get somebody killed, somebody in your family, somebody you claim to care so much about. I don’t know– I don’t know what this is. I don’t know what’s going on with you, and I’m starting to think maybe I never will. And maybe that’s– that’s just because I am so damn different from you. [somber music plays] Steffy has tried to cut Hope’s line before. Yeah, no, I know, I know, but this time there’s no one standing in her way. I mean, Hope for the Future, it’s more than just a… a clothing line for her. I mean, it’s her purpose, you know? It’s right up there with being the best mom she can be. She’s put her heart and soul into this, and now it’s gone. She’s gotta be devastated. You-you haven’t talked to her? I’ve-I’ve called her, I’ve texted. No answer. And that’s why I’m worried. I wanna help her. I just… I don’t know how. So Ridge is always going to come first for you–is that it? [sighing] Oh, honey, no. We discussed this. Yes, we did. And I really believed that some kind of change would come from it, but, uh, I guess not. I guess you are, um, still defending Ridge and going to go to work with him every day and continue to support Steffy’s decisions. No, no. No, that’s not true. Just like I didn’t support your takeover. I warned you. I told you there’d be serious consequences. And there were. There were, Mom. Only, I’m the only one suffering those consequences. I mean, Carter is a lawyer. He’s the one that knows all about the LLC papers. You were CEO, and-and yet I’m the only one who’s been fired. I’m sorry, but I– I don’t think it was so wrong to just want better for myself and for the company. [sighs] Honey, it was the way you went about it. Now, Carter understands that. Why can’t you? No, I–okay. I don’t–I don’t wanna get into this with you again, so, you know, I’m just, uh… -[groans] Ohh. -I’m gonna get some fresh air, Mom, all right? Hope, come on! [huffs] [edgy music plays] [upbeat music plays] -I’m really glad you’re back. -Me too. -I’ve been thinking about you. -I’ve been thinking too. Listen, what happened earlier at the restaurant… No, a-about that– it’s no secret how much I care about you. What we have is very special, and I don’t wanna mess that up by pushing too hard. You haven’t. It’s just that I wanna be as close as possible with you. And I know when the time is right, it’ll be great. But you’re not ready, so I’m gonna wait for you. Luna is crazy to think she’d stand a chance with a guy like you. What–Luna? What are you talking about? I kinda confronted her after our talk earlier. Electra, we agreed to keep our distance. She can’t get away with everything, Will. No, I know, I understand, but… Electra, you need to be careful. Not about this. This is too important. I warned her to stay away from us. [heavy music plays] I can’t have someone like Electra coming around here -causing trouble. -Won’t be any trouble for me. Oh, no. Jealous little girl like that– -she’s not gonna let up. -Yeah, tell me about it. -She really let me have it. -I shouldn’t have left. No, I appreciate the support, but… I was in prison with people who actually hurt me. There’s nothing that little girl can do or say to intimidate me. [laughs] And she tried to get all tough. She even shoved me. -What did you do? -Nothing. Yet. Honestly, it’s a good thing that she left, because a part of me really wanted to lash out at that little miss perfect prude Electra Forrester. Be careful, Liam. Okay. There it is. First comes the warning. How are you gonna threaten me this time, Dad? You know, I keep doing– I keep doing this thing where, like, I think that you can change. And sometimes I even think that you did change, but it doesn’t ever stick, and you just end up reverting back to your worst possible instincts. -Or my best ones. -Whoa–okay. Now, I think I’ve been very patient, but you keep this up and it ain’t gonna last. Do you think that you need to show me how powerful you are? I know you’re powerful. I know that you can make anybody do anything you want them to do. That doesn’t make your choices or your actions right. That is about how you treat people, and I’m not talking about how you treat convicted killers like Luna Nozawa. How-how you could do this, how you could let her out of jail–I don’t understand. You don’t have to understand. You just have to accept it. -Well, I don’t. I– -You will! Do you hear me? You will! You work for me. You will do what you’re told. What are you threatening me with exactly? You gonna fire me? Well, that’s a little difficult, because I quit. [intense music plays] HOPE: Hi. You know, I was just thinking about you. Come here. Oh, baby. I’m sorry. I heard what happened at Forrester, and it sucks. -Tried calling. -Mmm. I know, I just–I wasn’t ready to talk about it. It’s okay. You’re here now. That’s what matters. Well, I wasn’t sure where else to go. Came to the right place. Mom just–she doesn’t get it. She doesn’t understand. I feel like she-she’s blaming it all on me. Dad, I could not stay in that house for a second longer and hear her go on and on about Ridge and the Forresters and how I just need to be patient–and what? Just wait around like her for Ridge to do right by me? It is never going to happen. Like, I– I have never felt so betrayed and hurt by my own mom. First of all, you’re not alone. And second of all, Brooke’s not your only parent. I mean, I get that I’m not gonna win Father of the Year anytime soon, but I’m here and I will always have your back because I love you. Honey, I know what you’re feeling right now. I know what it’s like to be shut out and have your choices and your motives questioned. I’ve always been a betting man, and I’m telling you, I would bet on you every day and twice on Sunday ’cause of your heart and your goodness and your strength, and if you need somebody to lean on, you lean on me. [soft, emotional music plays]

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BTG Transcript Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Beyond The Gates Transcript

 

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Sorry to keep everybody waiting. Had to check on some things at home. Yeah, it’s, uh, getting late. This won’t take long. So, you want to drop the case? When did you decide this? We discussed it in the car. And when you were talking to Tomas before, we– We considered what a sexual harassment lawsuit would cost us. But with the contingency– We could lose more than money. Thank you for your help. Sorry for wasting your time. How much did he offer you to settle? How did you know? The same way I know my father didn’t mention an amount, or detail the scope-of the settlement.

He played us. That’s what he does. And why you’re damn lucky I’m still your lawyer. You look like a man handling the weight of the world. Mm, never when you’re around. Come here. That’s the medicine I need. So, how did tennis go? We’re talking about you. Now, does this mood have something to do with Naomi? Well, there might be a little movement there. She’s dropping the lawsuit? Hmm. Guess my intervention made a difference. Something you need to tell me? A former bestie and I ran into each other, and we… talked.

Bill: Uh-huh.

Uh-huh. And you both emerged unscathed? [chuckles] I’m impressed. Well, I told her she didn’t have a chance at winning against you. You take no prisoners, et cetera. Yeah, well, thank you, sweetheart. But listen, I’m gonna need you to stay out of this, okay? And steer clear of Naomi until the… until the climate changes. I don’t want you to get hurt. Again. It’s too late for that warning. What happened? Don’t get upset. Look, I wasn’t even gonna bring it up, Bill. Tell me, Hayley. I was supposed to play doubles this morning, and when I got to the club, I discovered I’d been replaced. Wha– By whom? Why did they give up your spot? They said they were Team Dani. [door closes] I came back to apologize. For telling me to back off and stay out of your life so I don’t make a mess of yours like I did with my own? That second part never came out of my mouth. I may have paraphrased. A little. Mom, this design company, these purses, that’s something I need to do on my own.

With Kat.

Well, that’s different. Kat’s my partner, not my manager. There has to be something I can do. Let me do my thing. Remember? You got to do you, now I get to do me? Just give me that chance. Please? You’re looking pretty down, bro. Bad news? Read it and weep, because if you laugh,

so help me…

[laughs] All right, look, as a cat lover, I gotta say good job, bro. I’m proud of you. But as your best friend, you gotta work on that smile, man. I mean, come on. Really? [chuckles]

Shanice: Everybody said I was wasting my time going to that performing arts high school. But let me tell you something. Guess who’s gonna be the superstar of that hospital documentary? That’s right, me. You know why people love Shanice? Because no matter what madness is going on, I still show up with my charming attitude, ready to brighten up somebody’s day. Yeah, that’s been my secret weapon. You know, I see things that make most people want to faint and I do it smiling. It’s my, uh, sweet bedside manner that sets me apart from the rest. [laughs] No, I’m serious. Those acting classes, they came in handy. Just when you least expect it. And when Mr. Jet Setter decides to point his little camera my way, I’m-a be ready for him. Why are you avoiding me? And don’t avoid the question. I’m not. Avoiding you or the question. I’ve just been swamped with this new project. Yeah, scheduling interviews and photo shoots for every new nurse in this hospital except me? Look, I know what this is about, and even though I’m past it, you’re not. You got to stop avoiding me because you almost kissed me the other day. That was a misunderstanding and a mistake all wrapped together. And then we discussed the whole awkward mess and decided it’s not gonna happen again.

It won’t.

Good. So stop ghosting me. What are we, like, five? Talk to me. I mean, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a worse picture. Wasn’t he a world-famous photographer once? You should see the ones he took of Ashley. Were they good? Made her look like a goddess, but I’m biased. Wait, why is he taking pictures of Ash? That baby delivering thing they did together. And now they’re bonded for life. Well, it’s not that deep. Well, I mean, they do say the camera captures the world the way the photographer sees it. Deep, but like, not really. Think about it, Andre’s got you looking like a troll, while Ashley’s this life-giving princess. So, what, you think he’s interested in my girl? That’s what you thought when I offered my advice? “Mom’s going to monopolize”? Well, it’s automatic for you to run things,

and I need–

Distance, the opportunity to explore new things. It’s not me, it’s you. Yeah, Chelsea, I’ve heard it all before. And I may have missed my calling. I am both psychiatrist and client with a breakthrough diagnoses. Not following, Mom. What if, subconsciously, I felt that you were dumping me the same way your father did? Brutally, heartlessly, completely blindsiding. I was afraid you’d feel that way. I didn’t think I did. Until you “dumped me” for Kat. The same way Bill exchanged me for a… younger, blander version. I am so sorry that I hurt you. Oh, baby. Don’t you dare blame yourself for wanting to fly. You didn’t wrong me. You, my brave girl… …are helping to set me free. I’ll always be on your side, Mom. “Team Dani”? What kind of nonsense– You know what? All the… playing favorites, canceling reservations. I didn’t raise hell when they ignored you in the dining room, but they’re definitely going to hear from me now. Bill, no. Look. One phone call. Gabe Froman. The president of the country club? That will only make the situation worse.

I know you want to help, but–

I hate seeing them treat you this way, baby.

I…

I will grow a thicker skin. No, no. Hey, hey, hey. You bite your tongue, you hear me? I wish everybody would see you the way that I do. They would adore you, worship you. I’ll happily settle for lunch. Mm. I wish I could, but… my work is getting all piled up because I’ve been so distracted lately. I wonder why.

Hmm.

[chuckles] Sorry, not sorry. Dinner later? If I can have you for dessert. Mm. It’s a date. Yeah. We’ll have champagne to celebrate the death of Naomi’s lawsuit. Well, okay. That’s close, not final. But it will be.

You’re the best, Bill.

Mm. NAOMI: If you settle, do you think my father will forgive and forget? No. What little money he’ll dole out won’t last, and you’ll still be jobless, with your names dragged through the mud. The only way to change all of that is to win. Winning is not a given. Well, it better be, because it is your only way out. The question you need to keep asking, the one you asked that convinced me to take this case, is what happens to the rest of the women that will join that firm and have to work with Mike Davis? Those young women will think they made a giant step forward toward a great future by landing a job with Bill Hamilton, Esquire, only to be treated like meat by some jerk at work. You convinced me that we have to be loud and win for them, and the three of you. Now, my father set up that shell game today because this suit has merit, and he knows it. What happened to you is a crime. Mike Davis is a predator. Firing you because you dared to report him is illegal. Those are the facts that will win this case. Now, if you want to drop the suit, I can’t stop you. But if you want to fight… oh, I will be relentless, unstoppable, and I will not give up until we win. Are you with me? Now, where do I sign up for Dr. Nicole’s life? With my personal assistant planning a fabulous anniversary party for me. Yeah. See, Laura would’ve had her hands full, but she still laid up in the bed after that freak accident. No, the girl I’m talking about is the new girl. Eva Thomas. Yeah, she’s nice enough. Ooh, something may be happening. Let me call you back. ASHLEY: You’ll do great on this video project, and whether you want me in it or not, it’s okay. Just stop being weird. We’re buds, me and you. And Derek, my boyfriend? You don’t have to tell me twice. Good. So… we’re good? Yeah, never better. Buds. All right, look, if Naomi’s sort-of cousin keeps taking pretty pictures of your girl, I got your back. Take him down a notch.

Yeah?

Yeah. We’re first responders, he’s a photographer.

It’s not a fair fight.

That’s true. That’s true. All right, well, we’ll, um, we’ll criticize his pictures, right? We’ll tell him his lighting is weak, and we’ll threaten to break his f-stop. [laughs] Thanks, but he’s leaving town any minute, and even if Andre did have a thing for my girl, tough luck. She’s way into me. Yeah, well, you sure as hell don’t deserve her. And you’re punching way above your weight with Naomi. Yeah, don’t I know it. We definitely hit a rough patch back when I arrested her mom for going off at Bill’s wedding. But Naomi knew it was out of my hands once Bill wanted to press charges, so… It’s amazing how one person can create so much chaos. That guy, right? It’s like even when he wins, it’s never enough. Bill Hamilton can’t let anything go. Gabe. [laughs] Hey, man. That’s right. None other, my brother. How’s it going at the club? Yeah. Yeah, yeah. Look, that’s interesting, but listen, what I want to talk to you about is someone near and dear to my heart, okay?

I’m having some…

[door opens] Hey, Gabe, let me call you back, okay? All right. Well, this is a surprise. Thought I wouldn’t come back after you tried to intimidate my clients? Ah, come on, it was just idle conversation about the consequences of sexual harassment lawsuits, okay? I was just sharing my decades of experience with the younger generation.

You were tampering with them.

I was just giving ’em food for thought. They told me they want to drop the suit. Oh. Well, hey, what can I say? You win some, you lose some. [chuckles] Oh. You thought you won? Mm-mm. Game’s still on, Dad. That round went to me. Now these women aren’t just doing this for themselves. They’re suing you for the good of people everywhere. Ugh, I love when it gets righteous, don’t you? Julia! Would you please ask Jonathan to use his inside voice? Thank you. Now, I fully understand the frustration, but dropping out of the fashion show was my daughter’s decision. Of course. I have contacts all around the world. I will find someone to fill Chelsea’s shoes. [laughs] Someone with the energy and popularity of my beautiful girl? Not bloody likely. Jonathan, I joke. Please, trust me. I will find someone to replace Chelsea. This is just a little bump in the road, okay? Okay. Bye-bye. [chuckles] [hisses] [groans] [sighs] Just a little one. I spelled it all out. This is our company and we’re going at it alone, without my momager. How do you think she took it, Kat? I hurt her. [sighs] Yes, I know it’s not my fault, but she’s sad. She had the perfect life. I mean, we all did, before that husband-stealing, home-wrecking step-monster of mine came along. See? That right there, that was awkward, right? Awkward is a two-lane street, my friend. Boundaries. Recognize them, use them. Nothing has changed. Then stop being weird. I’m glad we’re on the same page. Yep. [sighs] I’ll let you know about that photo shoot,

but…

Whatever. But… [chuckles]

[both clear throats]

Yeah. I hope that interview was PG, because the looks you two were giving each other?

I don’t know what you mean.

[scoffs] Let me, uh, let me put it in nurse talk. It’s too late for a vaccine against Andre’s charms. Symptoms are already there and you’ve got it bad. [sighs] How long’s that guy been there?

You know him?

Yeah, it’s my partner. Oh, that’s the legendary Marcel Malone. How’s the honeymoon going for you kids? He giving you a hard time? He was, until yesterday when he did a full 180. Went all Pollyanna. Sweet and helpful. Seriously? That guy? Hold that thought. What’s a bum like you doing in a joint like this? Rookie. What’s up? I figured it out. You’ll have to narrow that down. Your attitude shift. My father put you up to it, didn’t he? Be honest. He told you to be nice to the new kid. I know how you operate. You push and you push until you get your way. Just like the way you sent Hayley to yabber at me and threatening to bankrupt me. Nice work, Dad. You know, it’s enlightening to find out how foolish and inept you think I am. Oh, hey, hey, hey. Come on, now. Naomi, you know that that is not true. And I didn’t send Hayley after you. Then tell her to cease and desist, and encourage her to tackle her own challenges. I’m sure it’s not easy being the outcast of Marigold Road. Okay, look, I’ll handle the situation at the club. [scoffs] You think you’re magic. That was just Mom’s light shining on you. You know that. People love her, and they hate what you did to her, and nothing will ever change that. When Dani Dupree has people in the palm of her hand, it’s usually where they tend to stay. I’ll be in touch. Want something, Hayley? Mind if I sit? Oh, I’d rather you didn’t. Shouldn’t you be at the country club? That’s why you married up, right? So you could experience the finer things in life?

I married for love.

[scoffs] Child, please. And because of it, I’ve incurred the wrath of everyone in this community.

Well, maybe you should move.

[sighs] You’ve made your bed.

And I’m lying in it?

Yeah, you know, that’s your specialty. Lying and making yourself comfortable in other people’s beds. You lied to my sister and pretended to be her friend to cozy up to my dad– gross– you lied to my mother, pretending that you could be trusted. I mean, do you have… do you have any idea how much pain you’ve caused? So, “homewrecking husband-stealer” was actually pretty tame. You know what’s fascinating? How no one ever talks about the pain Dani’s caused me. [scoffs] [phone buzzing] You are the last person I expected to hear from. Is this a good time? Depends why you’re calling. Well… [sighs] I don’t want to discuss it over the phone. Is it okay if I stop by? I’m free now. That sounds like such a bad idea. Never stopped you before. I won’t stay long. Fine. Okay. I’ll see you in a few. Whatever’s going on with you and Andre… It’s dangerous to make assumptions. That’s one of the first things you taught me when I started here. I got years of experience. I usually know what I’m looking at. Andre and I were just discussing his video project featuring the new nurses.

That’s all.

Oh. Well, I’m glad he’s so hands-on. But when you’re, uh, done with the firefighter, point him in my direction. Shanice will help heal that broken heart. [laughs] There he is, a hero among men.

Andre.

What’s up? Uh… [chuckles] A rough-and-tumble smoke eater, risking his life to save a cat. You enjoying your 15 minutes of fame? I’ll fight a four-alarm fire before I ever pose for a picture again. I mean, you guys do work hard. But listen, in my new gig, I want to highlight those selfless and dedicated people who save lives day and night. Who you focusing on this time? Uh, the nurses, at Garland Memorial Hospital. I know how my father operates. He pulls rank. Chief Hawthorne has more important things to do than ask me to babysit. Good, ’cause I didn’t join the force to be coddled. I can take care of myself. You’re on your own. I won’t make that mistake again. You destroyed my family and wrecked my parents’ marriage, and you’re whining about the pain my mother caused you? I shouldn’t have brought it up. But you did. So go ahead, list all the complaints against the woman whose life you cannibalized.

I knew this was a mistake.

Oh, but you keep making them. [scoffs] For the fake waterworks. Did I cry when Dani hit me in the face at the club days before my wedding? You were there. Did you see me shed a tear from the pain and embarrassment I still feel? Never raised a fuss when she shot up my wedding.

She was forced to be there.

Ugh! It was a brutal day for her. You’re trying to justify her behavior? She’s my mother, and if you had one… [sighs] That didn’t come out right, okay? I wasn’t thinking straight. And neither was she. When we feel attacked, we clap back with things that hit hard. But she’s improving.

She’s past all that now.

[laughs softly] Did Dani tell you that? Was that before she broke into our house, destroyed a wedding photo and stole a costly bottle of wine? Or you know what? Maybe it was after she shattered a photo of Bill and me in his office. You didn’t hear that part of the “improvement,” now, did you? I’ve been busy. Oh. So has she. And as you rudely reminded me, yes, I didn’t grow up with my mother. But if I had, I’d know when she’s struggling, and I’d get her some help. You and my father did this to her. And now she’s out of control, Chelsea. Do you see that? What if this escalates? What if someone seriously gets hurt? Come on in. I would say make yourself at home, but… What’s wrong? Nothing, it’s just, nothing’s changed. It’s still the same.

If it ain’t broke…

Yeah. [chuckles] I remember when you chose this sofa. I was appalled. Pink? But it works. And it’s lasted.

Yeah. Mm.

Everything has. Remember when we were decorating? This was just an empty space. We were up to our eyeballs in paint chips and fabric samples. Yeah. Parisian Adventure and Dusky Dream. We went with the Adventure. Mm-hmm, because you insisted.

Who wants a dusky dream?

Yeah.

Uh, you mind if I…

Oh, help yourself. Yeah. [clears throat] What about you? Can I make you anything? You want to be treated like the big boys? Let’s go. Hey, relax. It was just a question, all right?

Take it easy.

Sorry I’m late. No, you’re right on time, babe. Detective Marcel Malone, my wife Naomi.

Hi. I’ve heard so much.

Pleasure. Have a good night. Something I said? Nah. He gets like that. Huh. Where’s Derek? Oh, looks like he found a friend. Well, that still remains to be seen. DEREK: It’s nice that Ashley will be a star, but… I just hope it doesn’t interfere with her work. She takes her responsibility seriously. Yeah, I saw that firsthand when she delivered that baby. You did your part. I handed her a towel. [chuckles] And that was a miracle I managed that. I mean, you? The real deal. Defy death every day. I want to know about it. If you have a minute, I can get us a round. Huh?

Bill: Okay. Uh… ice cold with a twist, just a little dirty? [laughs softly] Sparkling water. Something tells me I’m gonna need it. Mm-hmm. You know, we have a buyer for the Rehoboth house. Already? Well, don’t-don’t sound so disappointed. We rarely got a chance to get up there as it was in the end. I was hoping to have another summer with the girls, but…

there’s always the vineyard.

Mm-hmm. Any idea where the deed might be? Yeah, I kept it with some of the other Delaware things. [sighs] A photo album? You organize your way… [chuckles]

Oh.

Mm. [chuckles] Mm-mm. Look at these two striking individuals. [both laugh] Wow. So young.

The day we closed on the beach house.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, feels like yesterday. All the landscaping you did. We put so much work and love into that house.

Yeah.

I hope whoever buys it adores it as much as we did.

I miss that place.

Yeah. We had a lot of good times there.

Most of them good.

Mm-hmm.

Mm, mm, mm.

This day.

Yeah.

Remember that? Yeah. Wow. How could I ever forget it? It’s crazy, it was the most beautiful morning, bluest sky, your folks had just arrived, the girls were on the beach playing around.

I was gonna grill up all that Kobe beef.

Yeah. Naomi and Chelsea ran into the water, and that storm swept in out of nowhere. I know, the lightning, all that hail. I’d never seen anything like that. I just knew we were gonna have a tornado. But the way you flew across that beach, scooped up your babies and got them back to safety? I had never seen anything like that. It was like, it was like you were running on air, and nothing could stop you from protecting your girls. You put one under each arm, got back just as fast, and they weren’t even scared. Yeah, both of them were laughing. Yeah, well, I couldn’t have them scared like that. I told them I was racing to see who was faster, me or the wind.

[both chuckle]

Wow. Yeah. Bad storm, that one.

Mm-hmm.

It almost took down that cherry tree, but the house… it was still standing.

Well, she had good bones.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, we had some good times up at that place. Hmm. You know what I like most about looking at these? Your waistline? [laughs softly] No. No, these were all taken… [sighs] …they were taken before my babies hated me. They don’t hate you, Bill. Naomi and Chelsea are deeply… gravely disappointed in what you did. But there is a difference. I appreciate you pointing that out, because… this feels retaliatory. What? Is something going on? You know Naomi’s suing my firm, right? She didn’t tell you?

What you do?

I… Nothing. [sighs] Three former employees are bringing a harassment suit against one of my partners, and Naomi’s representing them. Oh, Bill. [scoffs] You’re smiling. No, no, no, sorry. [clears throat]

It is wrong to laugh, so I’m gonna try that one more time.

Ah. Okay.

Okay, Go ahead.

I am– Bill, I am so sorry

that our daughter… [laughs]

That’s… Okay. No, no, no. Go ahead. Be honest. Go ahead. Go. [laughs] I’m very proud of my daughter for taking you on. Yeah, well, of course you are. Because she’s Team Dani like everyone else. Who is “everyone else”? And why does that sound so accusatory? I can’t control my mother. But you can control the way you treat your father. You and Naomi. If you’re telling me to convince her to drop that lawsuit… Oh, that suit is dead in the water. All I want is for you to do what’s right. Yes, your world changed the minute I walked into it. But Bill is that same stubborn, single-minded man he’s always been. His love for you and your sister is unshakable. Do you know how fortunate you are to have that? Huh? He loves you girls. And this would be the biggest loss of his life. [scoffs] And you know how much he hates to lose. Look… he needs you, Chelsea. You don’t owe me anything, but I hope you find a way to forgive him. Somebody’s early.

By a whole eight minutes.

[both chuckle]

How was work?

[sighs] Exhausting. You have a good time with Jacob? Yeah. Turned into a twofer. Ran into Andre.

Yeah?

Yeah, I gave him hell for that picture and… he filled me in on his documentary. Oh, it’s a publicity thing for the hospital. It sounds fun. Since he’s sticking around a while, I almost took him up on his offer to buy me beer. Why’d you turn him down? Because I invited him for dinner instead. Oh, my gosh, Andre, this video is incredible. It’s amazing. You’re amazing. Andre.

Were you about to kiss me?

[exhales] What’d you do? What do you mean? You’ve been standing there, posting at that phone like it owes you money. What’d you do? Are you trying to figure out how to apologize for what you did without it sounding like an apology? You’re only half right. I’m trying to apologize for something that I don’t want to do. But… hey, I should go. I only came back because I left my documentary gear in my uncle’s office. Then I realized I forgot that I didn’t even ask him for the key. Don’t worry about it, handsome. I’ll call security and vouch for you and let them know you’re my special guest. But you’ll owe me. Maybe a smile or two will cover it. [chuckles] Oh, thanks, Shanice. It’s okay. I’ll just leave it here for tonight. I’m sure the equipment is safe where it is. Plus, I’m running kind of late. A-Are you okay? You look a little discombobulated. Do you need me to, um, take your temperature? [laughs softly] Thanks, but I’m sure I’ll survive this. [chuckles] You don’t sound too sure about that. Yo, what is the problem? Okay, look, if I tell you, do you promise to keep it to yourself? If it’s a medical issue, I’m bound by HIPAA, and I don’t play with that, so… It’s personal. Oh. Well, in that case, if it’s boring, I won’t tell a soul, but if it’s juicy, I’ll change the name.

[laughs]

I can’t risk it. O-Okay, what if I can help? Okay, okay. I won’t tell a soul, Scout’s honor. So, what’s got your brain doing backflips? I got to go to this thing, and I never should have said I’d go, but I did, and now I can’t get out of it. Okay, when were you invited? Uh, less than an hour ago.

So, since it’s last-minute…

Uh-uh, you still have to go. So help me out. I mean, what would you do, Shanice? Show up on time, laugh at all of their jokes…

Uh-huh.

…then boom, the phone rings, it’s an emergency, you got to go. I’m a photographer.

Uh-uh, stay with me.

Okay. The phone rings, you have to take it. You have to go. “Oh, I have to leave, it’s been great, we’ll have to do this again sometime.” No long goodbyes, just leave. Elegant. Okay. Y-You must have done this once or twice. [laughs] I call it the, uh, Shanice Farewell. All right. You know what? You might be onto something. [chuckles] I’m a nurse. We’re never wrong. Oh, and if there’s a woman involved, don’t forget the flowers. Ah. Gotcha. Mm, mm, mm. My, uh, father got my three clients to drop their suit, but I got them to change their minds. So it’s back on again. You don’t look like that’s good news. I was so determined to get those women to reconsider. God, you should have seen me, on fire. So, what’s the problem? Was I acting in their best interests or mine? Hmm. You’ve got some nerve thinking I’m gonna help you fix what you broke. My toxic trait. I want everything to work out in the end. Well, what happens between me and my father is none of your affair.

See what I did there?

Mm-hmm. But you’ll at least think about making baby steps towards reconciling? Oh, my God. Can you just take a hint and stay out of it? Can I get an answer? Fine. I’ll think about it. Whatever. Please explain “Team Dani.” [chuckles] Mm. Oh. [chuckles]: Oh, oh, oh… Look at that. Look at that. Oof. I can’t believe that I almost forgot about this one. Chanel bathing suit. Oh, well, you’re looking at the suit. Might I direct your attention to the woman in the suit? Mm. Mother of two adorable girls and still turning every head from Rehoboth to Bethany Beach.

Bill, stop.

No, come on, you know I’m not lying. Every man out there tripping over himself just to check you out. And I’m thinking, “Take a good look, fellas, but she’s coming home with me.” Look, you can see it right there. I was just glowing with pride.

You call it that.

Mm-hmm. I call it sunburn. That’s not the way I choose to remember it. You don’t remember the girls were so excited to run out into the yard and break off that aloe plant

so they could take away the hurt?

Mm, mm-hmm. [chuckles] Yeah. It was a good night. It was a good night. You know? You know, bathed them, fed them, read them to sleep. And then it was dinner for two.

Linguine and clams.

Mm-hmm. You remember that little seafood store

right down the road?

Yeah. Man, they had the freshest seafood. Wow. And if I recall, there was an ice-cold Chenin blanc. From that incredible neighborhood liquor store.

Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm.

I miss that place. And the lights were low, and the candles glowing. Usher on the stereo. Sisqó. Uh, wait… couldn’t– no.

Are you sure?

Uh, definitely Sisqó.

Huh.

Mm-hmm. I guess you’re right. But I always liked that one song of his. It’s, um…

What was it, what was the name of it?

I’m not sure. It-it… it was the one where the-the guy literally had everything he needed, but without the girl,

his life was… “Incomplete.”

Oh. “Incomplete.”

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense music]


Everything all right?

Why don’t you have a seat? There’s something I need to tell you.

OK. What is it?

God, this is so hard.

OK. You know you can tell me anything, right?

I’m not so sure you’ll agree once you hear this. I slept with another man. [dramatic music]


This is a pleasant surprise. Unexpected, obviously.

I’m not keeping you from other plans, am I?

None. So what spurred on this impromptu visit?

Well, I know that you can’t prosecute him, but I was hoping that you could help us get him in a different way.

How?

By wearing a wire.

Like I said, I missed you.

Then by all means, come in. [tense music]


Well? May I come in?

Oh, that depends. Is this about Rachel?

Uh, no, no, she’s fine. She’s got the whole staff looking after her every need. No, I came to see how you were holding up. Any news about your father?

Do you care?

Brady, you know I do. [dramatic music]


[gunshot]


[gunshot]


Oh, my God. Is it John?


Yes, this is Agent Andrew Donovan, badge number JX9692. I have Milo Harp in custody. Requesting immediate armed transport to the Estonian field office. I’m currently in the Hotel Tallinn, room 512, on the alley side of the hotel. Tell the team to enter through the loading dock. They can use the back stairs. They’ll have unimpeded access to the room. Thank you. I’ll await their arrival. [phone beeps] OK, Orpheus, your days of– What?

Hold it. Hold it. You wouldn’t want to invite someone else to this party, would you?

Oh, my God. Is it John?

Marlena, wait. Answer me. Is that my husband? [tense music]


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


So pick your poison. What can I fix you?

I’ll have whatever you’re having.

Strega is an acquired taste.

I can handle it.

[chuckles] I have no doubt. [clears throat]

Mm. Hardly more intense than Yellow Chartreuse.

No, I think you’re giving those monks far too much credit. Salut! [glasses clinking] So what changed?

I beg your pardon?

Well, the last time we were together, you were very upset with me. Accused me of trying to seduce you so you would drop the charges.

I remember. I also remember I made quite a scene.

[chuckles]

I have been thinking about how emotional I was that night. Irrational, really. And I think that my behavior was really more about all of the sad and very difficult things going on in my life recently than it was about you. And I regret that I didn’t realize that at the time. And I was on edge, and I wasn’t thinking clearly. And so I jumped to conclusions.

About my intentions?

About a lot of things.

Whatever you may think of me, Belle, I wasn’t lying about my feelings for you. We make each other very happy.

I know.

I would never hurt you.

I know that. But it’s not that simple.

Why can’t it be?

Because you’ve hurt so many people that I care about. And I can get past that. I can–I can forgive all of those things because you were transparent with me about that. What I can’t forgive is dishonesty. So if we’re going to move forward, I just need you to be straight with me.

About what exactly?

I need you to admit what you did to Jada and Rafe.

You slept with another man?

I’m so sorry, Rafe.

I–I don’t understand. How did this happen? Why? Oh, my God. If Feniger laid a finger on you, I swear–

No, no, he never touched me, Rafe.

OK, then. I don’t understand.

It was–it was when you were gone. I thought it was you that left me at the altar. I was told that you slept with a stripper. I was hurt, and it just happened.

Who was it?

It doesn’t matter who it was.

Well, it matters to me.

He’s not the one to blame, Rafe. It’s EJ. EJ is.

So obviously, it wasn’t just some random guy at a bar, or you would have told me. So was it one of your friends? One of mine?

It was Shawn. I slept with Shawn. [dramatic music]

It’s a shame, really, how diminished the ISA has become. Turning your back on a master criminal. Who trained you?

A team of agents is about to storm through that door. Tell me how diminished you think we are then.

Well, gosh, we don’t want that. So here’s what you’re going to do. You’re going to take your phone, make another call. Tell them I got free, made a run for it. And you’re going to redirect your friends elsewhere so I can make a clean break.

It’s never going to happen.

No? Yeah, I guess you’re right. You’re too smart for that, aren’t you? You know I’d have to deal with you anyway. Oh, Andrew, you’ve made a fatal error. You sent a civilian to do an agent’s job. Poor Marlena was sure she’d secured me to that chair. Shame you have to pay for her mistake. [ominous music]


It’s not John.

Oh, thank God. Poor man.

Whoever he is, he’s still alive.

Steve, put pressure on the wound.

OK. OK.

No, don’t try to move. Don’t try to move. I’m a doctor. We’re here to help you.

No, no. It’s not safe. I’m not going to make it, am I?

Listen, listen. What’s your name, friend?

Karl.

Karl? Dr. Karl Pilkington?

Yeah.

I saw your name in some of the files I was looking through. You’re one of the top nuclear scientists in Europe, right?

So they tell me.

I’m so sorry to ask you this right now, but I’m desperate. Have you–have you seen my husband?


Yes, he–he was here.

He was?

Where is he now? Hmm? Hey, hey, hey.


Karl, do you know where my husband is?

They took him.

Who took him? Where?

They knew he infiltrated the lab. I helped him cover. That’s why they shot me.

Oh, dear God.

Moved the device and took him with it.

Wait, wait. The device? The nuclear weapon? Where did they move them to? Karl, Karl, stay with me. Stay with me.

Rosebud.

What?

Rosebud.

What does that mean? Karl? Steve, he’s gone.

Dad?

No, no, no. It’s not your dad.

Wait, wait. What are you doing here?

I was wondering the same thing.

Well, I had a surprise visitor at my hotel room. It was Orpheus.

What?

Yeah. I was able to get away just luckily.

Where is he now?

Well, Andrew was there making sure that he stays right where he is until the ISA arrives and takes him into custody. I thought I’d better come here and warn you about Orpheus.

Who is he?

Well, he’s a hero. With his help, we were able to get the upper hand. He pointed us in the right direction.

John was here. They moved him and the nuclear device someplace else.

Well, no wonder Shane wanted to keep this under wraps. Do you have any idea where they went?

No, not yet.

Well, he did say a word. He said “rosebud.”

Well, what’s that mean?

We have no idea. But we need to find out. Let’s go back to the records room and see if there’s a file about it.

And, you know, maybe– maybe Orpheus might have some idea what’s going on. He might be able to help us if we– if we question him in time.

You really think this is going to end well for you?

Well, you’re forgetting the power dynamics here. I have the gun. You don’t.

You made off with a nuclear weapon. They know that you’re planning to sell it on the black market. This is end-of-the-world type stuff, man. It doesn’t matter if you make a run for it. Every person with a badge in every friendly country will be looking for you. Hand me that gun, I’ll tell my team you’re planning to cooperate.

Cooperate?

This newfound freedom of yours is coming to an end. There are things we can do to make your sentence easier on you.

Yeah, you’re right. I’m never going to get out of this a free man. So I’ll just have to amuse myself. It’d be quite a notch on my belt to kill the ISA director’s son.

Did Steve and Marlena give you any specifics?

No, they couldn’t even if they wanted to because the assignment my father was on was obviously classified.

Brady, everything is going to be fine. All those stories about the great John Black. I mean, he’s going to outlive us all.

I hope so. I miss him. And I’m sure–I’m sure Rachel misses her grandfather, too.

Yeah. And her grandmother.

I didn’t–I didn’t tell Rachel that Marlena went after him.

Oh, no, no, no. I–I met my mother.

Oh.

Yeah.

Why? What happened?

Well, what do you think happened? EJ. Jada threatened to charge my mother as an accessory unless she testified against EJ.

She didn’t make a, uh–a run for it?

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, she didn’t. She was going to make the deal. And then EJ found out. And…[chuckles] He made the problem disappear.

You have to understand, Rafe. I thought I was going to marry you, but instead, you– this Arnold guy, he left me at the altar.

That wasn’t me!

Well, I know that now, OK? But I was devastated. And my heart was broken in a million pieces. And I didn’t know if I was going to be able to put myself back together. And Shawn, he was there to help me get out of that terrible, terrible place. And he was in a bad way, too. And he was hurt from his breakup with Belle. And we–we–we just found comfort in each other.

He was my friend, my colleague, your subordinate.

I know.

You know? So he just used you? He just used you. He used you to get back at his ex-wife.

Oh, we’re doing this again, are we? In that case, I’ll need another round.

EJ, this is really important to me. I just need you to admit the truth.

For Rafe and Jada or for yourself?

For both. I need to know that you can be honest with me, that you’re not just going to lie to my face again. So if we’re going to move forward, we have to be able to trust each other.

So you didn’t come over here for a nightcap. You reached out to button this up, get closure.

No. I came here because– because I can’t shake you, EJ. I want you. I need you. And I pull away every time I get close to you because I’m so afraid that you’re going to hurt somebody else that I love. And that is why I need you to admit the truth. I need to be able to look in your eyes when you promise me that this will never happen again. And if you can do that and if I can believe you, then maybe we have a future together. EJ, please, I just need you to admit it. I just need you to say the words. I need you to tell me that you kidnapped Rafe.

What do you mean, EJ made the problem disappear?

He didn’t admit to anything. But I know he took my mother somewhere, and he’s holding her against her will.

Oh, my God, Kristen.

I know. I know.

Kristen!

I don’t even know where she is or if she’s OK.

No, no, no, no. I’m not talking about your mother. I’m talking about our daughter. You left our daughter alone in that house with EJ, knowing what he has done?

Brady, I mean, whatever we feel about EJ, he is not going to do anything to our daughter. She is his family. She is protected, Brady, unlike my mother, who–who has been away for so many years to protect me. And I couldn’t even return the favor.

Sorry.

Are you really? I mean, I know that she didn’t garner much sympathy after what she did to your girlfriend.

Ava and I aren’t together anymore, Kristen.

You’re not?

No. We broke up after we knew that we had to let EJ walk for Rachel’s sake. I mean, she said she understood, but it was a little too much for us to overcome.

Well, then I am sorry too, Brady.

No, you’re not. That’s what you wanted all along. [tense music]


So you do want me?

Yeah. Yes. God help me. I do.

Then we want the same thing– each other.


Wait.

Why?

I told you. First, you need to admit what you did to Rafe.


Then you’re in luck. Because I didn’t do a damn thing to that man. Which means you are wearing a wire for nothing.


No, it wasn’t like that. Shawn wasn’t trying to get even with anyone.

Why are you defending him?

I’m not! OK, see, this is why I didn’t want to tell you. You didn’t need to know who he was.

Yeah, I didn’t need to know any of this, apparently, did I? I’ve been home for weeks, Jada. Why didn’t you tell me earlier?

Because you were recovering.

Oh–

EJ put you through something horrific. It never felt like the right time.

Yeah, it was never going to be the right time, was it? It feels like you were never going to tell me any of this. You were going to keep it from me. I mean, how do ever expect me to trust you again?

Orpheus, you don’t want to do this.

I’m pretty sure I do. It’s rather poetic, don’t you think? The agency got my wife killed, so I kill its director’s son. [tense music]


[gunshot]


[grunts]


Yeah, I orchestrated the whole thing so that Ava would break up with you. Mm-hmm. I mean, and what was so genius about this plan was its simplicity. I mean, all I had to do was get our daughter to kidnap your girlfriend and hope that you could convince her to recant her statement to the police and then assume that she would be appalled that a parent would choose their child over, well, their latest fling. And then she would give said parent the heave-ho. Ha. Brilliant.

OK. OK. All right. Look, look. I’ve–I’ve just been a little preoccupied, OK? I’m worried. I’m worried about my father.

He’s going to come back, Brady.

Well, I wish I were sure about that.

You know what? I am. Because I have faith. And at this point, that’s all we have left. [tense music]

Andrew, are you all right?

Yeah, I’m OK.

You saved my life.

About time I returned the favor.

Not that I’m complaining, but what are you doing back here? Did you find your dad?

No, but Steve and Marlena got a lead. And they sent me here to see what Orpheus knows about it. Now, you’re going to tell me and answer every question that I’ve got, you bastard, starting with, what is rosebud?


Finding anything useful?

No, not yet.


I wonder if Paul’s having any luck finding anything there. Do you think maybe it was a mistake to send him back to the hotel by himself?

Well, my nephew’s with him. Besides, Paul is an excellent PI, trained by none other than the esteemed John Black, which means he learned from the best, right? That’s not supposed to be a trick question.

I just found something.


What? A wire?

Don’t try and deny it. It’s the only thing that would explain this sudden reversal on your part.

OK, EJ. I get why you’d be paranoid, but–

You’ve spent days ignoring my calls and texts. And then all of a sudden, out of the blue, you show up on my doorstep admitting that you want me after all. But there’s just one catch. I need to confess all my sins to you. Do you think I’m stupid, Belle?

EJ, that’s not what’s happening here.

No? Then prove it. Prove you’re not wearing a wire. Take off your dress.

This is so not fair. I’m telling you now, aren’t I?

Yeah. Yeah, you are. But why? Why? Did your conscience get the best of you?

Is that what you think?

I don’t know what to think.

Look, I am telling you the truth, all of it, no matter how much it is killing me right now, because I love you. I love you. And you deserve to hear what happened. Look, Shawn and I were both hurting. Just–just please, just–can you please just put yourself in my shoes for a second? I thought I was going to marry you. We walked down the aisle together, and I saw our life together forever. And–and then you humiliated me in front of the entire town. You got me fired, and then you slept with a stripper–

That wasn’t me, Jada! It wasn’t me!

I know that now!

Yeah, well, you should have known then. You should have known.


What?

How could you have not known that that man was not me?

Are you seriously asking me why I didn’t guess that my fiancé was replaced by an imposter? I mean, come on.

You know, you asked how I could have thought so little of you. How about how you thought so little of me?

What do you mean?

You thought that I would take EJ on as a client? That I would believe some trumped-up charges of you being a corrupt cop? That I would sleep with a stripper at my bachelor party? And if you think that that’s the kind of man that I am, then you don’t know me at all.

OK. But I did know that you were not acting like yourself. OK, I did everything in my power to–to–to find out why and explain why you were acting this way. I–I even looked into brain damage from your coma.

OK. Yeah, right. So when the doctors waved off that it could possibly be brain damage, you did what? Hmm? Just gave up? I mean, you never even had them look at me.

Gabi and I tried, but Feniger wouldn’t go.

All right. So you were just so upset that you climbed into bed with Shawn.

How dare you?

How dare I?

Yeah, you. You have no idea the hell I’ve been through. Feniger, he put me through psychological torture, looking into the face of a man that I love and just watching him break my heart.

That’s all it took, huh? That’s all it took for you to just give up.

No.

Kind of cold, don’t you think?

No. This–this is cold. Cruel, actually. Did you blame Sami the last time that Arnold pulled this stunt? Yeah, of course you didn’t, because that would make absolutely no sense. Look, you’re just pissed because you think that EJ is going to walk like he always does. Well, I’m sorry that there’s no one else here to blame for what happened to you, Rafe, but that doesn’t mean that you get to blame me!

OK. You’re right. You are right. But I do blame you, for not having been honest with me from the start.

OK, look, yes, I should have told you sooner. I should have told you right away. I will give you that. But look, we’re here now, OK? So how can we fix this? How can we come back to each other? Just tell me what I can do to fix this.


There’s nothing you can do. Not a damn thing.


[chuckles] Rosebud? Rosebud? I’m sorry, fellas. It’s not ringing a bell.

Don’t lie to me. I know it’s connected to who took the bomb and my father.

No, no, I’m– I’m–I’m drawing a blank. Yeah. Sorry.

Tell me where my father is. Now!

Paul.

No, you have tortured him for decades. For what? Huh? You still blame him for something you and I both know he didn’t do. I’m done playing games with you.

Paul, Paul, stop, stop.

No, no, no. If this–you know what? This is never going to end until someone ends him. And if you’re not going to tell me where my father is, then I’ve got no reason not to blow you away right now. [tense music]


Rosebud. It’s the only word I can read on this entire page. Everything else is–

It’s in code. It’s encrypted. I’ll get the ISA on this right away. Good work. Listen, you should take a break.

Absolutely not.

Marlena, you’re of no use to John if you’re exhausted. Now, why don’t you take a few minutes while I send pictures of this to the agency? And then we’ll regroup.

Fine. The children are going to want to hear an update about their dad anyway.

I’m not so sure I share your faith, Kristen, but I hope you’re right about my dad. I hope you do find your mother. And I hope you get her the help that she needs.

Well, as long as my dear brother keeps my mother and me apart, I may have to force the issue.

Force the issue? What do you mean by that, Kristen?

Oh, you know, just forget I said anything. Um, I need to get home to Rachel. Good night, Brady. I really do hope that your father is safe and that he makes it home soon.

Thank you. And I wish you luck with Elvis. [tense music]


Go on. Take off your dress. If I’m wrong and you’re not wearing a wire, we’ll have a laugh, head upstairs. I mean, that’s the reason why you came over here in the first place, isn’t it? Except it’s not. You jumped at the chance when the cops asked you to wear a wire, not just to gather evidence but to prove to yourself that despite falling into bed with me, you’re still a good person, to prove that you are over me or because you know that the only way you are going to rid yourself of this temptation is for you to make me go away. [tense music] I’m not going to make it that easy for you, Belle.


I’m not going anywhere. And even if I was behind bars, I’d still be in your head, your heart, ooh, and your soul. So I’m afraid this whole setup was for naught. You won’t be able to break this spell we have over each other.

We’ll see about that.


Seriously? There’s nothing I can do to make this right? Nothing I can do to prove how much I love you, how much we love each other? [somber music]


I need space, Jada.

Space? Haven’t we had enough time apart? I mean, we can–we can get through this together.

No, I can’t. I just–I can’t.

Wait, wait. Where are you going?

OK, I– we need some time to figure some things out, OK? At least that’s what I need. And I–I can’t do that with you around, so. [sighs] I’m going to go home. But I’m going to go alone.


[phone beeps, rings] [phone ringing]

Mom? Is there any news on Dad?

Well, yes and no. He’s alive as far as we know.

That’s something, I guess.

Not nearly enough. I’m afraid he’s in more trouble than we feared.

Paul, please.

Yeah, Paul, please. We both know I’m not going to tell you where John is or where to find that bomb, just like we both know you’re never going to pull that trigger. You’re predictable.

Wanna bet?

Even if you could live with this on your conscience, you’d never implicate your fiancé. He couldn’t condone cold-blooded murder.

Don’t you speak for me.

You know, the old adage rings true. He who seeks revenge digs two graves, one for me and one for Agent Donovan’s career.

Or I just tell my superiors you reached for my gun again. Paul shot you in self-defense. I could make it look good, too. I know just where to shoot you to make the story stick. But Paul’s not going to do that, because he’s not going to shoot you again. It doesn’t matter what you’ve done. It’s not what his father would want. [tense music]


The ISA is here. They’ll bring him in for questioning.

What did I tell you? Predictable. You really are your father’s son.


[somber music]


[sighs]

We need to talk.

I am so not in the mood right now.

I do not give a damn. Where is my mother?

I said not now!

Fine. I am going to go upstairs and look in on Rachel while you take some deep breaths. This isn’t over. I will find the answers I need about my mother one way or another. [tense music]

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B&B Transcript Tuesday, April 1, 2025

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[emotional music plays]

Steffy:  You understand that, right? Luna can never be part of our lives. Never. Look, I-I’m sure you feel some kind of obligation to her, finding out that she’s your daughter, but… you can’t help her, Finn. You can’t change her. There’s an evil inside of her, and we can’t invite her in. Luna needs to be as far away from us as possible. She can’t be in our orbit. You think it’s possible that I can actually have a relationship with my father? Of course. Luna, anything is possible. Look at the two of us. We’re perfect examples. We’re both free after all the– Do you believe in fate? Maybe. I believe that… I was allowed to get away with all those terrible– I think I was meant to be here as your grandmother, a source of strength for you. And Finn is your father. You deserve a life with him, and so do I. Thank you for believing that. And thank you for not turning your back on me. You’ve done terrible things. But that doesn’t make you a… a terrible person. Right now, you might be the only person in my corner. No. That’s not true. Bill arranged a pardon for you. Yeah, uh… he and I, we-we have a weird connection. Our messed-up childhoods bonded us, and… I know he wants to see me succeed, but he can only help so much. I mean, he asked me to leave. I literally had nowhere to go. Now, that’s not true. Because I’m here for you. And I’m gonna take care of you. [Luna sniffles] ELECTRA: Luna was at Il Giardino? And she actually… came on to you? I shut her down. As if you’d be interested in a murderer. As if I would be interested in anyone but you. [huffs] What was she thinking, making a play for someone who’s already taken? [uneasy music plays] [moody music plays] Hey, I hear you…all right? There’s definitely no place for Luna in our lives. I wish it could be different. -For your sake. -No, honey, honey, hey. I get it, okay? I get it. I do. -Okay. -Okay. Oh! [chuckles] -Oh. -Hey, Mom. -Sorry! -Hi. I should have texted you I was coming over. I don’t wanna be one of those mothers. You’re never gonna be one of those mothers. You weren’t interrupting. We were just, um, talking it all out. “It”? How crazy it is that Luna’s out of prison. Yeah. Yeah, it’s completely crazy. Something is seriously wrong with the system if someone as sick as Luna can go free. You’re an inspiring example, you know? What it means to get a new life, a second chance. That’s all I want. Ah, well, I–mmm. I’m not sure that’s all you want, because you did mention something about a boy. And not just any boy. Uh-uh. Uh, no, uh…Will Spencer? [chuckles] This is making you upset. I can tell. Well, yeah. It’s not exactly fun to hear that someone’s hitting on my boyfriend. I was as thrown as you are. This is just more proof of how unhinged she is, thinking that it could ever happen between the two of you. You hate Luna. Everybody does. For good reason! I-I know. Being unhinged gives you confidence, I guess. She really hit on you? What did she say? It doesn’t matter. I told you– No. I wanna know. Well, that, um, that she would, uh, she would always be there for me. Whatever I want. Whatever I need. I know, I know. It’s inappropriate. Especially since it was a, um… Since what? Since it was a reaction to us. She must have saw us at the restaurant and started eavesdropping. So basically, she’s willing to give you everything I’m not. [edgy music plays] Luna killed two men. She tried to kill me. She should be locked up. She shouldn’t be a part of society, but– Somehow, some way, Bill got her put on house arrest. And even more crazy– he got her released. Fully pardoned. I’ll never understand it. But I’m gonna do everything in my power to get her back in prison. She needs to rot in a cell for her crimes. Her and her grandmother… Sheila. I, uh, I realized… you’re–what do you kids say these days? You’re-you’re crushing on Will pretty hard. No. It’s more than a crush. [laughs] How can that be? You just met him. No, I used to watch him. Yeah, when I was on house arrest at Bill’s, I would hide when he would come over and… I would listen in on their conversations, and… he’s just really sweet and thoughtful. He’s just a really great guy, you know? Yeah. They are out there. I found one. Well, I think I found mine. That’s why I sort of, um… I kinda did something earlier. What? He was here. At the restaurant? Mm-hmm. With her. -Her? -Electra Forrester. [laughs] You mean his girlfriend. I guess. Anyways, after little miss smug left, I approached him. Yeah? Well, how did that go? [exhales] Honestly, he was a little freaked out to see me. I am very familiar with that kind of a reaction. I mean, I swore up and down that I’ve changed and that I’m not the same person who-who did those horrible things. No, you’re not. Of course you’re not. Also, I…made it very clear exactly how I feel about him. Don’t let Luna get under your skin. It’s probably the last time I’m ever gonna see her. I doubt it, if she’s got some kind of crush. It’s so embarrassing. Embarrassing? What-what’s embarrassing? Well, she’s spying on us, eavesdropping. The things we were talking about– she must have heard you talking about taking things to the next level. I don’t know what she overheard. Okay, but clearly, me talking about liking oat milk wasn’t what gave her the idea. She did that because she heard you talking about wanting to further our relationship, and… she just threw herself at you. Was it the second I left? Yeah, basically. And how did you respond? What did you say to her? [edgy music plays] Makes my skin crawl, thinking about Luna and Sheila being blood related. No offense.

Finn: Who are you? It’s me, sweetheart, your mother. I’m your mother. That day has finally come– the day that you have waited an entire lifetime for, Luna. It’s me. I’m your father. You have to set me free. Think about Finn. Think about my family, please. A family that you’ll never see again. No, don’t say something like that! I’ll kill you! No! No, no, no, come back here, Luna! You’re not gonna get away with it! You’re not gonna get away with it! -[intense music plays] -[no audio] [no audio] [gunshot] No! Luna Nozawa has been pardoned. She’s a free woman!

Steffy:  Free woman? She killed two men! She needs to go back to prison! We have an opportunity here… …for a second chance, thanks to Bill Spencer, so please, let’s not waste it. -A second chance? -To start over. I don’t wanna see you. I don’t wanna know you’re alive. You stay away from me, my wife, and our children. Just stay the hell away. No, um, none taken. It’s crazy, knowing what Sheila has done over the years, and now her granddaughter’s just picking up where she left off. It explains Luna’s dangerous, sociopathic behavior, -that’s for sure. -Yeah. It does. Two women willing to do anything, no matter how horrible, to get what they want in this life. Grandmother and granddaughter– two vile, soulless murderers. Sheila and Luna. Two peas in a pod. [exhales] You told Will how you feel. Mm-hmm. After his perfect, prude girlfriend shut him down. Electra is so annoying, and not just to me. [huffs] Poor Will. -Poor Will? -Yes! I could see how frustrated he was after she left. He wants more. He needs more. He needs a real woman. [laughing] Oh! Someone like my beautiful, sexy granddaughter? [both laughing] You don’t have to worry. Not about you, but what about Luna? What if she didn’t get the message and keeps pursuing? I told Luna I want nothing to do with her. -Okay. -She and I will never happen. But Will, this girl killed two people. Why? Because she wanted to be your dad’s daughter. She wanted to be a Spencer, and what if she’s thinking she can still do that through you? She can think whatever she wants as long as it’s far away from us. I don’t want that girl anywhere near you. I wonder why she was at Il Giardino in the first place. Same as us. The food’s good. Is she following us? No, no. I-I don’t think so. Wait, uh, that waitress, um… the owner’s wife. -Uh, Sheila Carter. -Yes. Didn’t Luna just find out they’re related? Yeah, Finn’s her father, which makes Sheila her grandmother. And it’s almost ironic. You would think that Il Giardino is the last place that Luna would wanna show her face at, given that she had just murdered two people there. -[phone chimes] -[exhales] Oh, shoot, I–I gotta go. It’s Ridge. He wants me for the mail room. But listen, don’t let this Luna stuff get you down, okay? I’ll try. And don’t let her get into your head. As long as we stay far away from Luna, she’s not gonna be able to hurt us. We survived Remy. We’re gonna survive Luna too. I don’t want anything coming in between us. You mean too much to me. Well, one thing’s gotta come between us. The mail room. Did you already forget Ridge texted you? Look at you, making sure I keep my job. It’d be way too boring here without you. -Mm-hmm. -[giggles] I’ll see ya. We are definitely surviving Luna. [oceans waves splashing] I don’t… I don’t think we have another Sheila with Luna because Sheila… …she doesn’t give up. Meaning what? Oh, she reaches out, wanting to see Hayes and me. -Not that I ever respond… -[heavy sigh] …or give her any reason to think that that’s actually possible.

Steffy:  I know, but Sheila doesn’t care. She’ll do whatever it takes to pull you back in. You don’t wanna deal with -Luna doing it to you too. -No, I don’t, and I can’t have anything to do with either one of them. -Sheila… -And Luna, Finn. Yeah. Definitely not. The girl’s dangerous.

Steffy:  Who knows what she’ll do? Or who she’ll target next. -Table for one? -Uh, no, I’m actually looking for someone. -Luna. Is she still here? -My shift just started. Um…what about Sheila? Sheila… oh, I think she’s upstairs. Yeah, first apartment you come to on your right. Thank you. [phone chimes] -WILL: Oh– -Oh! I am so sorry. I was not looking where I was going. It’s okay. I guess I wasn’t either. A ring. [soft music plays] I know how much you want it. You can have it all with me. Mmm. When I think about the future -that Will and I can share– -Future? This isn’t just about some kind of a fun hookup? No! No, it’s so much more than that. Wow! Okay, well, then if that’s the future you want, I will do everything in my power to help you get it. -[Sheila chuckles] -[knock on door] -Uh, you better… -Hide? Yeah. [clears throat] -Hello. -Hi, Shiela. Yes? Electra Forester. I think you have sat in my section a few times. -Mm-hmm. -Normally with Will Spencer. -Yes. -Yeah, I think you might have made a wrong turn, though, if you’re looking for the hostess stand. I’m actually looking for Luna, your granddaughter. [door clicks open] Me? I know what you said to Will, my boyfriend, and I’m here to tell you to back off or you’re gonna regret it. [intense music plays]

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GH Transcript Monday, March 31, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Dispatch, we got passengers trapped in a car. Requesting the jaws of life. And we need an ambulance here now! [ Sirens approaching ] [ Sirens passing ] Please, God, don’t let that be Ava. Please, God, don’t let that be Ava. [ Breathes deeply ] Hi! Is Kristina here? I’m her sister. Uh, I’m not sure where she is. I’ve been here for a while, and I haven’t seen her all day. Molly: Hm. Can I have two beers, please? Yeah, you got it. Thanks a lot. Hello. Hi, there. Don’t take this the wrong way, but are you sure it’s a good idea for you to be here? Sure. Why not? Well, because the last time you were here, you punched Lucky Spencer and spent the night in jail? Kai, I’m very happy that you’re keeping an open mind about this surgery. You’re so talented. You should explore every avenue that could possibly get you back on the field playing football again. I appreciate you saying that. You’ve given me a lot to think about. [ Door opens ] Oh! I I’m s I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to interrupt. No. Come on in. I’m glad you’re here. [ Cellphone rings ] I, um I got to take this. Just give me one sec. I’ll be right back. Is it done? We have a situation here at the Quartermaines’. Well, then fix it. Get it done. I don’t care how you do it. Grandma, please? Anna: Oh… Don’t do this. Honey, I don’t have a choice! Look, the sheriff has a demolition order, and you are breaking the law. Tracy: You should be ashamed of yourself, Anna. Do you really have to cuff her? She’s not a hardened criminal! Anna: Just… Don’t worry about it. It’s fine. [ Sighs ] Go ahead. [ Cuffs clicking ] Emma Scorpio Drake… you’re under arrest. Come on. I’ll drive you to the station. Ezra: Uh, are you just gonna leave her here? You are on your own when it comes to Tracy. This is her property! Sheriff, will you arrest this stupid, stubborn woman? Ooh. I am gonna remember that. Lewis: Let’s go. Come on. Hands behind your back. Do…not…touch me! Who hired you? I don’t know. It was untraceable. You don’t know? Then we don’t need you. [ Gun cocks ] Wait! Wait! [ Steam hissing ] [ Whirring ] Firefighter: Almost there! Paramedic: Careful! He’s got a head wound! We got to use spinal precautions! Firefighter: Second passenger is a female. Unresponsive. God. What happened? This looks like a bad one. I don’t I don’t understand. I don’t understand. I mean, it it was supposed to be Ava! It was supposed to be Ava. Thanks. Uh, yeah. I am…not proud of what I did here last time, but, uh, Mac really wanted to meet up for some beers, and he was pretty insistent it be here. I think he might be testing to see if I can act like a civilized human being. Something tells me you are not the kind of guy who is good at tests. Ouch. But also correct. [ Chuckles ] Yeah. I’m more of a “learn through experience” kind of guy. Nothing wrong with that. No, but you you do a lot of dumb things on the way to learning the right ones. That is a downside. Mm hmm. Yeah, I also I was hoping to run into Lucky. I need to apologize to him. Uh, I haven’t seen him. Gosh. You’re really into truces these days, huh? What does that mean? [ Chuckles ] It means you somehow convinced my dad to make peace with my mom. He told me. Oh. Yeah. You know, we just had a quick little chat. It was really no big deal. It’s a very big deal, and I cannot thank you enough. It’s only been a couple days, but it seems to be working. That’s great. I’m glad. I mean, I didn’t think anybody could convince those two to be civil with each other. And the guy who pulled off that miracle doesn’t seem like the drunk idiot I dealt with at the PCPD. You’ve got me thinking maybe you are a good guy after all. [Singsong voice] Maybe. What’s this? My business card. [ Door closes ] I owe you one. Consider it a “get out of jail free” card for when you get in trouble next. Oh. Oh. For when I get in trouble. Oh. Sorry. Mac: Well, look at you! Hey. Already in a bar and not in a fight? I’m proud of you. [ Chuckles ] Well, the night’s young. And, uh, if I do, I got someone to call now. Kai, this is Alexis Davis. Alexis, this is Kai Taylor. He is the best quarterback PCU has ever seen. Well, I don’t know much about football, but even I know that’s quite an accomplishment. So congratulations. Thank you. Thank you. Kai’s one of the athletes involved in my Pediatric Sports Initiative at G.H. He’s actually the face of the program. Do Do you know about this, the program? I do, and I think it’s a wonderful idea. Is that what you wanted to talk to me about? No, no. It was, um It’s something else. I should get going. Okay. We’ll talk soon. It was nice to meet you. Same. [ Sighs ] So, I assume this is about Scout? It is. Did something happen? Oh. No. No, no, no. Don’t worry. It’s It’s good news. Actually, it’s great news. Yuri: I stand with you, Miss Tracy. Good man. You put one finger on us or this crypt… I will have your job. There is no getting out of this. This ends tonight, and it’s looking like you want to end it in jail. Now, the sheriff has no qualms about arresting you, but please feel free to test him. It would be fun for me. Talk! I don’t have a name. Okay? Only contact information. You expect me to believe that you leave that information lying around for anybody to see? It’s the truth. Shut up! Tired of your games! [ Gun cocks ] Okay, okay! Open the drawer. This better not be another trick. It’s It’s not. [ Grunting ] What do you mean, it was supposed to be Ava? I saw. I saw. It was her car. It was her car in that parking spot. I checked! I checked before I cut the brake lines! I saw it! And I… Why would Ric be driving? That doesn’t make any sense! Hey, hey. Listen to me. Listen to me. Y You need to get back to Charlie’s as fast as you can. But Ava’s Alright? Go through the back entrance. As far as anyone knows, you’ve been in the store room doing inventory all day. Okay? Okay. Okay. Okay. Okay. Kristina: Okay. Firefighter: She’s out! Careful, everyone! [ Radio chatter ] Elizabeth. Elizabeth?! Cop: Hey! Hey! You need to stay back! That’s my ex wife! They are doing everything they can for her! Alright? Let them do their job! Is he okay? I mean, is she breathing? Hey! Relax! Do you want to go to jail? Sir, I need you to calm down now! What the hell were you thinking? I mean, I I don’t even know where to start. I’m not sure that I recognize you anymore, Emma. Maybe that’s because I’m not a little kid anymore. Because I’ve changed, Grandma. Into what exactly? A college student? Yeah, a college student who, for the first time in her life, is completely on her own? I mean, come on, Grandma. I’ve got freedom to push the boundaries a and break the rules and make some mistakes. God. You’re certainly doing the latter. I’m sorry, but is college not the time in your life when you’re supposed to figure out who you are and nobody’s supposed to tell you how to think or how to feel or how to act? Has it helped? Yeah. Yeah, I think that it has. I know that I’m somebody who hates inequality and unfairness. I know that I want to do something really, really good in this world. And a huge part of that for me is standing up and fighting for the things that I believe in! I respect that. That’s great, Emma. But the Quartermaine crypt is not your fight to take on. You know, out of all the people in this world, I can’t believe that you’re the one that just said that. I mean, I’m sorry, but are you not the Police Commissioner? Were you not in the WSB? Do you not spend every single day of your life dedicated to helping people and making sure that they are safe? What changed, Grandma?! Good people of Port Charles… my father, my mother, and my brother are all laid to rest here. After spending an entire lifetime dedicated to this community… this is their final sanctuary. They spent over 50 years helping Port Charles grow and thrive. Our beloved General Hospital is a beacon of care and community, and, for years, it was their vision and their generosity that kept the doors open. Bulldozing this crypt… and ripping my family from their final resting place has absolutely nothing to do with righting a wrong, correcting a mistake. No, it has everything to do with a corrupt politician, Congressman Cutthroat Cain, using his position and influence to advance a personal vendetta with the shameful assistance of Councilman Boyle! Citizens of this fair city, we must stop it! Ezra: Okay. Are you done yet? Okay. Showtime’s over. Tracy: Did you get all that? I did, and it’s about to go viral. You were great. And right. Ezra: Look, I don’t know what you were hoping to achieve there, but if you thought the people of Port Charles are gonna come rushing down here and help some rich lady save her land, you miscalculated. Your time is up. Arrest him. Just do what they say. It’ll make a better lawsuit. Ezra: Hm. Hmm. Ohh! Do not touch me. Do not touch me! It’s been quite a while since I’ve heard great news. [ Chuckles ] So, what’s going on? Willow, Amelia, and Wiley are moving in with Scout and me. Yeah, Scout’s been spending tons of time with Willow and the kids, and she’s absolutely loved it. And Wiley and Amelia love her, too. And I just thought, with everything that’s been going on lately, it’s just it’s really, really important that Scout has a stable home, a home filled with laughter a and love. And…I think it’s gonna be a great fit. I don’t. I think it’s a mistake. He’s gone. We got to go. Laptops, phones, e watches. Whatever Soliski’s got. Yeah, I I’ll turn the place upside down and grab everything. Brick might be able to crack into one of them and give us the name of the person behind the explosion. The trail may not be cold just yet. Mac: You and Molly? I didn’t realize you two were friends. Uh, ye We’re friend adjacent. She was just thanking me for talking to her dad, getting him to ease up on her mom and call a truce. Wow. When did this happen? Uh, when we were all at the PCPD together. When the letters on your plates were transposed. Right. Uh… Ric and Alexis were going at it. It was really getting to Molly. Well, Ric and Alexis’ courtroom battles were practically legendary. Yeah, I just told him that, uh, you know, Molly really needs both of her parents right now. Seemed to do the trick. Hey, you! Kristina: Hey. I was wondering where you were. I came to say hi. I was in the back. We, uh So much inventory. It’s taking me forever. Oh? Why don’t I come help you? You know how much I love to organize. It’s my happy place. Uh, you know, we just got a new system, so it would just take you so long to figure it out. But thanks for offering. Okay. Well, if you change your mind, I can always go get my label maker. [ Both chuckle ] Well, I’m glad you could pry yourself away for a bit. Can you hang? Yeah. Sure. Let’s get her vitals. Start her on a second I.V. Lucky, y you can’t be here. You need to step outside. I promise. I won’t be in the way. I just She needs to know that I’m here. No. It’s against protocol. I’m asking you as my friend. Please. Don’t make me leave her. Lucas: We’ve got a large amount of internal bleeding. Call a Code Massive Transfusion. Call the O.R. He’s gonna need emergency surgery as soon as we get him stabilized. I don’t mean to interrupt, but I was wondering if you would like to join Cody and me at our table for a drink. My treat. Is it a special occasion? You helped Cody out of a ridiculous legal situation. I’d like to say thank you. It was just a little mistaken grand theft auto. It’s not like he tried to murder someone. [ Chuckles ] What do you say? We’d love to. Right, Krissy? Do you have time for one before inventory hell? Sure. Yeah. Mac: Look who I found. Ah! Yes! Both Davis sisters at our table. We’re either really lucky or we’re both in a lot of trouble. We’ll see. Like you said, the night is young. Mac: You know, Molly’s too modest to say this, but I was in the courtroom for an assault case she handled recently. And her cross examination had the defendant so frustrated, I thought he had assaulted her. [ Chuckles ] [ Chuckles ] It was a morning trial, and I think they found the guy guilty by lunch. Ooh. You’d be proud of her. Dispatch, we got passengers trapped in a car. Requesting the jaws of life. And we need an ambulance here now! Paramedic: Careful! He’s got a head wound! We got to use spinal precautions! Molly: Kristina? Hm? Yes. Uh, yeah. She’s amazing at, um, really everything she does. Well, I don’t know about that. Are you okay? Yeah. Just… one of those days. [ Cellphone rings ] Okay. Oh. Excuse me. Molly Lansing Davis. Hi. This is Nurse Cowan calling from General Hospital. Your father was in a car accident earlier this evening. He’s in the E.R. Oh, my God! Is he okay?! He has internal bleeding and is needing surgery. Okay. I’ll I’ll be right there. Um, my dad was in a car accident. I I need to get to the E.R. I can drive you. Yeah. Um, I I’ll come, too. Keep me posted. Yeah. Yeah. Nothing’s changed. That’s what I do. I help people. The only difference being… I do it legally and you are breaking the law. Yeah, well, sometimes that’s the only way you can get someone’s attention so that they’ll actually listen to you. I was like you. I was young, idealistic, optimistic. And those are all great qualities. But growing up, you realize that the world is complicated and every action has its own set of consequences. But growing up doesn’t mean that you abandon your principles. You never stop giving a voice to the voiceless. Tracy Quartermaine is not voiceless. Trust me. Emma: Okay, maybe she’s not. But I know that I’m not gonna sit by and watch some corrupt politician abuse his power just because he can! You know, the longer you live… the more your experience broadens your perspective. Oh, my God! And I know it’s very easy to believe at your age that you can save everyone who needs saving, but that’s not necessarily the case, especially when you are putting your future at risk. I know that you don’t mean to be condescending right now, but you are. Okay? And you’re trivializing my intentions, especially in this case. I was there tonight… because of my mom. You are hurting me! Are you getting this? Are you getting their faces? Trina: Mm hmm! My lawyers will be so happy. Yuri: Do not resist! Go limp! If I have to carry you… I could accidentally drop you. Oh, you know, every time you speak to me, my lawyers add a zero. Diane: You got that right, Tracy. Ohh! What a spectacle. Trina, you’ve recorded all of it? Trina: All of it. Excellent. That’s gonna come in very handy later. What are you doing here, Miller? Hm! Destroying the final resting place of several beloved citizens. That’s a bad look, Ezra. Even for you. And you’re you’re always used to looking bad. If you have a point, get to it. I have in my hand an official cease and desist order, so you will ask these gentlemen to unhand my client unless you want to add police brutality as the final cherry on top of the sundae of all the other laws you’re breaking. Mm hmm. Cease and desist? Yes. You read it. We’ll all watch you weep. Mnh. On whose authority? Dr. Monica Quartermaine. I know how much you love Scout. But you even said yourself that she’s been through enough. She is dealing with with the loss of her mom. That’s a wound that is far from healing. And she’s also dealing with the loss of her family as she knew it to be, with with Sam and Dante and Rocco and Danny. Which is part of the reason why I think that Wiley and Amelia are so good for her. I’m sure they’re both wonderful, but they’re not her brothers, and she misses her brothers. I mean, I’m a bit confused because I would love Scout to live with her brothers. But I I wasn’t the one in charge. It wasn’t my choice to leave the Quartermaines’ or to separate the kids. I understand. But it is your choice not to add more change to her life right now. It’s just too overwhelming at her age. Which is exactly why it’s important for her to live in a stable home with her father, filled with love and companionship. Drew, y you can’t just change out a family like you would a tie until you find the right one. Scout needs some normalcy and consistency and stability so that she can heal. Alexis, I’m really sorry that you don’t agree with this decision. I really am. But I was only telling you out of courtesy. Like, I wasn’t I wasn’t asking for permission. Willow and the kids are moving in. I’m sorry, Lucky, but you need to leave. For Elizabeth’s sake. She’s getting the very best care possible. I know, I know, but I need to be here for her. This is for Elizabeth. Okay? I’m sorry, Lucky. Please. You have to go. I’ll be right outside. Excuse me. Hi. My father was in a car accident. Ric Lansing. Where is he? I need to see him. I’ll be with you in a minute. Molly…your father is in the trauma room, and, uh, Elizabeth is is in one of the cubicles. What Elizabeth? Ric was driving. And, uh… Elizabeth was his passenger. Alexis, I know how much you love Scout, and you are so close I just want what’s best for her. Of course you do. I know that. I do, too. That’s Look. It would be so much easier for me to move to D.C. and not have to commute back and forth. But I chose to stay in Port Charles so that Scout could be close to Sam’s family. And we all appreciate that. I really thought we’d be on the same page about this. I I don’t know what else to say. These living arrangements, they’re happening. Well, I hope it goes as smoothly as you hope it will go. Have a little faith, Alexis. It’s gonna be great. [ Cellphone rings ] Excuse me. Hey. What’s up? Hi. Um, I’m at the E.R. with Molly. Ric was in a car accident, and, um, it seems like it was really bad. Alright. I’ll be I’ll be right there. I don’t understand. Why What does Robin have to do with you helping the Quartermaines? Growing up, my mom always used to tell me the story about how when I was younger, I got really, really sick, and there was that one single dose of serum that could save me. She also told me that Edward Quartermaine was sick with the same thing… but yet he insisted that I get the final dose. And he could have saved himself, but he didn’t, and instead he chose to save me. Yes. He did. Okay, well, Edward is one of the people in that crypt that Tracy is trying to protect! He is her dad! I’m not gonna watch a man who made that kind of sacrifice for me have his final resting place torn down like it’s nothing but trash, Grandma! Okay. That was a terrifying time. Come on. You know I’d be dead if it wasn’t for him, right? Yes, I do. A And I will always be very grateful for what he did. I I understand. It’s not just Edward, though. Alan Quartermaine was the doctor who told my mom that she was HIV positive. And she told me that that was the day her whole world just… …crumbled. Yeah, I know. Her life was never the same after that. No. And HIV, it was, like, this totally new and terrifying thing. And HIV drugs, they were brand new or they weren’t really available. And I think that all people knew about it was that they should be afraid. Right. Alan wasn’t. No. No, he stood by my mom’s side at a time when she didn’t really have anyone that she could count on. That is always one of my biggest regrets, that I wasn’t here for her when she needed me badly. You know that to this day my mom still tells me about how Alan was a huge reason she chose to pursue medicine? So, yeah. Yeah, if you ever want to know why I was okay with being arrested today, it’s because of Edward and Alan Quartermaine. They saved me and my mom’s lives, and they made our lives possible. And I couldn’t watch their final resting place be destroyed, Grandma. I couldn’t. There’s no use in dwelling about what happened. I know. Yeah. I just think Soliski would have been a lot more useful to us alive. Well, there’s no point in worrying about that. Soliski’s dead. Whether it was today or a week from today… he was gonna die. This man was paid a lot of money to kill me, and he wasn’t gonna stop until he succeeded. And I’ll tell you. His employer was gonna make sure of that. So the way I I see it is kind of like, uh, self defense. More importantly, it was a warning… to whoever hired him. And that message needed to be sent. I mean, the person who hired Soliski is just gonna hire somebody else. And without knowing who it is, we just have to be ready for the next attack. Yeah. There’s still a real threat out there. Sweetheart? How’s your dad? I don’t know. Nobody’s telling me anything. He’ll be alright. He’s tough. [ Sighs ] Yeah, I hope so. Because being back here, pacing around, it’s just bringing back a lot of… All the last times we were here. I know, I know, I know. I know. It’s okay. Molly. I’m so sorry to interrupt. Is there any word on your father’s condition? Uh, well, it, uh, seems this cease and desist letter is legitimate. [ Laughs ] Ezra Boyle. That’s such a tragic name. Mnh. Did you actually think that I would give you a cease and desist order that wasn’t legitimate? Look. How did Monica Quartermaine secure that order? Well… Monica struck a deal with the Port Charles Land Trust. You know, the ones that oversee the Forever Wild Preserve conservancy? The ones that border the Quartermaine property? Yes, I know what the Port Charles Land Trust is. Excellent. Well, Monica has admitted that a mistake was made when the crypt was built, and she negotiated the deal. So the Port Charles Land Trust has agreed that the crypt will stay up, provided the Quartermaines relinquish a similar sized parcel of land on the lake shore. They have, and now that piece of land is part of the conservancy. Is this a joke? There’s a big joke here, Ezra, but it’s not that. Mnh. So why don’t you take your bulldozer, your cheap suit, and your… [ Chuckles ] …really ugly tie… [ Chuckles ] …and get off my property? This isn’t over. Oh, but it is. It’s actually over, Ezra! Bye bye! [ Laughs ] I can’t believe we won. I never doubted it for a minute. Tracy, Monica has asked me to pass along a message to you. It is and I quote “The next time, just come to me first.” A simple “thank you” would have sufficed, but a win is a win. And you just won, my friend. Enjoy it. [ Diane chuckles ] Uh, what are we gonna do about Emma? Ooh, Emma has proved herself to be a very courageous young woman, but, more importantly, a friend and an ally, so I will respond in kind, starting with getting her released from prison. I’ll come with you. You want to come? Um, I have to head back to the apartment. Trina, thank you for being here. And thank you for recording every single word. [ Trina laughs ] You’re an excellent tenant. Thank you. [ Sighs ] Kai: I saw your live stream. Edgy stuff. [ Chuckles ] [ Trina chuckles ] I had no way of knowing that your reasons for protesting at the crypt today were so meaningful and so personal. I… I misjudged you. I misjudged the situation. I I’m very sorry. I know that I can be impulsive and reckless. Oh. You think? But I wasn’t this time. Okay? But… Here it comes. No, No. But… Listen. [ Chuckles ] Okay? Even though your cause was noble, the arrest still stands, and we are going to have to focus on resolving that. Okay. But, luckily, I think probably you’ll just get off with a slap on the wrist. [ Knock on door ] Yeah. Come in. Oh, hi. Hi! Uncle Mac! Hi. Did my grandma tell you I was gonna be here? There was a live stream. And word travels fast. Your mom’s not gonna be too happy with you. But I still love you. Anna, can I have a word outside, please? Yeah. Of course. Yeah. I’ll be right back. Emma: Okay. Okay, so, we just had a very adult conversation, and, um, I now understand why she was protesting at the crypt and why she chained herself and all the rest of it. But look. Emma may be trouble… but she’s kind of good trouble. I’m not sure you’ll feel the same way once you take a look at this. Molly: I don’t know anything. I don’t understand why these doctors won’t come talk to me. No one will tell me anything! Okay. Okay. May I speak to you in private? Yeah. Come on. We’re taking Elizabeth out of the E.R. and up to her room. Her spinal X rays look good, and there’s no cerebral edema, which is also good. So she’s gonna be okay? Yeah. She was very lucky. [ Sighs ] Thank God. But she does have a broken leg that’ll need surgery. And we’ll want her to regain consciousness before we operate. Okay. Okay. You need to leave. I received a call saying Ric was here. We care about each other. The two of you can’t even stand each other. I belong here more than you do. I’m here because of my daughters, who get upset every time they see you because it reminds them of their dead baby. Oh, come on. You know that wasn’t my fault! I don’t care. Be a decent human being once in your life and go worry about Ric someplace else. How’s my dad? I have some news on his prognosis. Why don’t we go sit down? Ric is gonna go through Soliski’s devices with a magnifying glass until he finds something. Um, until then, we just can’t show any weaknesses. You understand? Okay. I know I know what you’re thinking right now, and it’s It’s a bad idea, Sonny. Delaying the surgery any more is just dangerous. Fine. No. It’s not fine. Yeah, I’m fine. It’s not fine. If you die while we’re hunting some guy down, you’re gonna do the enemy’s work for them. So please stop stalling. Just get the surgery done before it’s too late. Tell you what I’m gonna do. I’m gonna give Brick a little time to give us a name off of one of Soliski’s devices. [ Sighs ] And then I’m gonna schedule my surgery. Until then, we have to keep our guards up. Just business as usual? Yes. I am not going to let anyone hurt my family. Again. What was it like when you saw Tracy Quartermaine’s face as she’s being hauled off in cuffs and the precious family crypt demolished? Yeah. I, uh, wish I could tell you. The crypt isn’t going anywhere, and your dreams of being a Quartermaine are over. Moving forward, you are legally obligated to use the name Drew Cain. What?! How the hell did Tracy manage that? Oh. Tracy didn’t. Monica did. Anna: My newfound respect for you was certainly short lived. Tracy: Emma! Your sacrifice was not in vain! We won! The Quartermaine crypt stays exactly where it is. Tracy: Ooh! Egrets? Egrets. Anna: Tracy, you will have to leave. We are in the middle of something. Is it something I can help with? Your granddaughter is a trusted ally of the Quartermaine family. I am here to secure her immediate release. I’ll pay all her legal fees. Let’s celebrate with dinner. Well, Emma isn’t going anywhere except to a jail cell downstairs until she can see a judge in the morning. Oh. That’s ridiculous. What she did doesn’t deserve more than a slap on the wrist. That would have been true… except for the fact that Emma has a number of prior arrests. Your father sustained severe head trauma in the accident, as well as internal bleeding. We managed to get him stabilized, and we’re taking him up to the O.R. to surgery. Is he Is he gonna make it? We are doing everything we can to make sure he does. Okay. You’re gonna be okay, Elizabeth. I know you’re gonna be okay. Because… you have to be. [ Monitor beeping ] I’ve been wanting to say something to you pretty much since the time I got back. I just… didn’t have the courage to say it to your face. But you have to know. I love you, Elizabeth. I fell in love with you the first day that I met you. And I need you to know that… I’m gonna love you… forever. Hey.

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You’re suing me?

This feels different.

You think he’s in trouble? We’ll figure it out together. And all you have to do is sign. I can’t. I’m done with modeling.

Nicole: You can draw your own map. Do Dani. Oh, so you and Tomas are chatting it up? Except for that little witch Eva. Are you looking for something? Oh, just a text from Eva– I mean Chels. Now, those are the last two that I think that you would get confused. Hairdresser, one. Bougie bitch from behind the gates, zero.

Nicole: Give me a quick sec. It is going to be our best year yet. All right, I have the financials right here. Uh… That hits the spot. I mean, that is spot-on. On– Yep, on track. [laughs] On track to meet the goals for the foundation. You know what? I am going to have Eva follow up. Okay, bye. My biggest donor now thinks I’m orgasmic about our Excel report. What’s the greatest thing about having a home office? Our bedroom’s upstairs. Mm. You’re such a wise woman. [laughing] We have appointments. Let them wait.

Mmm.

[chuckles] I’ll come back. [laughing]: It’s all right, Eva. I just added three potential donors to the foundation’s list. Can you make sure that they all get welcome packets? I’m on it. Perfect. And if you have any questions, text. I have a meeting with Dani at the hospital. That’s where I’m meeting Andre. Ride together? You two are adorable. Oh, we are late, and it’s his fault. Goodbye. All righty. You’ve got some explaining to do. Is the doctor in? I’m early. Hi, Dani. I haven’t seen your sister, but let me check for you. Thank you, Shanice. How you doing, Ms. Dupree? Oh, I like how you dodged the Mrs. Hamilton there after calling me that for so many years. You don’t have to tiptoe around me, Ashley. I’m good. How’s my daughter? You’ve probably seen more of Naomi than I have lately. Actually, we’ve both been working a lot recently, so I haven’t seen much of her either. How is the new job treating you? You’re working those scrubs, girl. Thanks. Is being a nurse all you hoped for? I always imagine it like, like on TV with McDreamies and McSteamies and sexy moments behind every corner. Nicole swears that’s not the case. I love this job. And you’re right about the traumas and dramas, but the romance part, my heart is occupied elsewhere. [indistinct announcement over P.A.] Has the firm ever dealt with litigation like this before? No one except another Hamilton would have the stones to bring a suit like this. You don’t seem worried. Well, Naomi saw a shot and she took it. That’s what I would do. I know Mike likes to talk a big, gross game… but do you think he’s guilty of harassing those women? Either way, I can handle Mike. He could be a wild card, Bill. If it comes to that, I don’t see Mike being a good boy in court. Like I said, he’ll be handled, and so will my daughter. Any way I can help you? Yeah, look, keep your eyes and ears open, okay? Make sure this thing doesn’t escalate. All right? And, hey, I trust you, Tomas, okay? I won’t let you down, jefe. Whatever you need to protect the firm, I’m here for it. Okay. No Caroline. I’m sure she’s not far. Let’s just wait. Welcome back, ladies. It’s good to see you. Mr. Hamilton. I guess we’re early. Oh, no, not at all, Becky. And please call me Bill, okay? We’ve all known each other for too long to let a little misunderstanding come between us, right? I think we can get this all straightened out in no time. Shall we? Um, but Naomi is not… I’m sure she’s on her way up. The demure act is getting old. What am I responsible for now? Climate change, lack of world peace? You in here last night. You found my camera and erased the footage. You put a camera in your mother’s office to spy on me? Because a little rat keeps sneaking into Mom’s confidential files. [scoffs] When I figure out why, I’ll expose you for the phony you are. Who are you, Eva Thomas? Really? Who I am is someone who is so over you and all your delulu accusations. You don’t stop. You just keep coming. So you know what? Whatever you’re gonna do, Kat… …bring it. Your mom’s here. Probably visiting Aunt Nicole. How does she seem? She’s good. Uh, she’s a little disappointed that the hospital isn’t a hotbed of romance. You and Derek are falling down on the job. Get your firefighter to come over here in full gear so you two can play “rescue.” That would be hot. But he’s pulling a double. Oh, you miss your man. Mmm. Like crazy. But there is another man who just brought the awkward to my day. Andre has not spoken two syllables to me at my desk. Poor guy. He’s probably not used to anybody turning him down. He knows that I’m blissfully happy with Derek. I just– I thought we were past this. I shouldn’t have to lose my friend because he had a what-if moment. Okay, so, ladies, you need to understand what it means to bring a case against my firm. We’ve all worked for your firm, Bill. We know what that means. We’ve been well briefed by your daughter. And we shouldn’t be speaking to you without our lawyer present. Where is Naomi? I’m sure she’ll be here any moment. Listen, in the meantime, we don’t need to stand on ceremony, right? Let’s just take a breath and talk this out. You think this can be mitigated with a few cleansing breaths? Look, we had a great history of working well together until we didn’t, Carrie. You worked your way up from the mail room to the library. And, Stefania, you had an entire firm of supporters when you were pursuing your paralegal certificate. And, Becky, we made sure that you had paid family leave when you were tending to your sick mother. How is she, by the way?

Fine.

Oh, good to hear it. What’s the point of this? Well, I’m just reminding you all that you were part of my family when you were here. I invited you to my wedding. Yeah, nothing says family like a mass firing. I’m still concerned about your well-being. So I want to give you guys a little preview of how things will work out in court. Let’s start with you, Carrie. Do you recall exchanging several emails with your friend about a Dr. Zwieg and his nasty divorce? Yeah, my friend works in his office. So? Yeah, he’s a client. So that’s a violation of confidentiality. A client? I-I didn’t know that. I never saw any files on him or-or anything. Hold up. How do you even know about Carrie’s personal emails? Oh, I’m privy to any and all information transmitted from the work server. You didn’t set up this meeting to negotiate or clarify anything. You called us here to threaten us. Well, even if he didn’t catch feelings for you, Ash, his ego is probably hella bruised. Double sigh. I’m just glad Derek and Jacob are perfect and that we’re not out there searching anymore. [phone chimes] Damn. I got to go. Bye. Bye. MAN [over P.A.]: Nurse Hugo to ICU. Andre, you’re talking to me, but your mind’s elsewhere. Distracted? Well, yeah. You have no idea what it’s like to be here with you but not being able to be with you. Do you know how you look? Good answer.

Nicole: Hey, guys.

Hey.

Sissy, sorry I’m late.

DANI: No worries.

We can talk in my office.

All right. [clears throat] So glad you’re still here, Dre.

Yeah.

I keep half expecting you to sneak out of town on one of your jaunts. Yeah, well, this town keeps giving me reasons to stay. Well, maybe I’ll give you another. Maybe you’ll never leave. Okay. Why have you summoned me? Can’t I just want to see my sis? Place means something. If this were just a regular check-in, we would be having salads at the club. Are you acting on your own, or have our parents sanctioned this meeting? Mother and Daddy have nothing to do with me wanting to lay eyes on you. Well, after the last few weeks, it’s fair. Fair but unwarranted. As I have told them, Ashley, and the mailman, I’m not thinking about Bill and Hayley. I have found other ways to occupy myself. Like what? Can you not say that like I am a bomb ready to detonate? I am never gonna stop taking your temperature, Dani. Then you will be glad to hear that I am fully all in on my next move. Which is…? Taking all that bad juju and channeling it into something good. I’m going to help Chelsea make her line the hottest thing since Dior. That video was proof. Of what? That I’m some grifter hacker mastermind who took a temporary job with your mom to do what exactly? Uh, I don’t need to know your endgame to know what I saw. And I don’t have to have that footage to bury you. Why are you so sure everyone will believe you over me when you keep coming at me for no apparent reason? [sighs] You have absolutely everything. I had nothing until I lucked into this one shot to maybe figure out how to make my life better. But the way you keep making me your target, Kat, it’s a waste of your time and a bad look. So why don’t you just leave me alone? Marketing a model and marketing a purse aren’t all that different. I’ve already mocked up a couple ads. Have you and Chelsea talked about what your role is gonna be in her new company? I have been running my child’s career since she stepped on the runway. Just because she has stepped off doesn’t mean that I can’t help her get to where she wants to go. No one is questioning your usefulness. I remember sitting on your bed while you were crying your eyes out about how much you wanted to model in New York. You were so brave and so ready, Dani. Maybe Chelsea’s ready, too. To get away from me, you mean? It’s not the same thing. Mother was lecturing me about “the dangers.” Daddy couldn’t begin to understand the fashion world. It’s like I was asking to run off and become a dinosaur.

[laughs]

Chelsea isn’t escaping me and the Dupree world. She’s building on what I already did in fashion. I’m not just her mom here, I’m an icon. I-I’m a damn stepping stone. And what if she doesn’t want a leg up, wants to do it on her own? I appreciate the check-in, sis, but everyone’s getting what they want here. Chelsea is getting off the runway, and the Dupree clan is getting me to finally move on from Bill. [knocking at door] Come in.

Well?

What’s going on? I told Uncle Ted that this town keeps giving me reasons to stay.

You said yes?

You said yes to what? Well, I’ve always wanted to get into documentaries. And, uh, the hospital said they wanted to highlight their new class of nurses as the heroes they are, so… The board flipped over his video that he did for Nicole’s award ceremony.

They want him to direct and produce.

Yeah.

I’m just sorry we can’t pay you your usual rates.

That’s cool. Sometimes the universe gives you an offer that you just can’t refuse. I get that. It’s like the tectonic plates are shifting underneath you, and things crop up that you never thought of before. I guess I’ll be seeing you around. I’ve got to tell the board the good news.

Yeah.

Okay. Now, why don’t you tell me the real reason you said yes? [chuckles softly] You think you can humiliate us, when it’s Mike Davis who should be embarrassed? It’s his shame, not ours. And his continued harassment happened under your roof… …in a permissive environment that you created. And all that talk about family. I don’t hear you offering us our jobs back. Ah, well, I can’t hire you back while you’re suing me. We have nothing left to lose. Oh, don’t you? Hmm. Well, there’s no overhead for me while I’m defending my firm’s squeaky-clean reputation. But it’ll certainly cost you, though. We’ve got a contingency deal with Naomi. Yes, yeah, I know. No out-of-pocket if you win. But if you lose, who do you think gets stuck with all those filing fees, deposition costs, investigative costs, and the rest? And your harassment charge throws your bedroom doors wide open to the press. And since I have all the tabloids on speed dial, you stand to lose your reputations, chances of future employment. We’ve heard enough. Hold on, Stefania. What are you offering? Becky, you can’t. We can agree to what’s fair for all parties involved.

You’re saying you’ll settle?

That’s what I’m saying. Stop talking, Counselor, now. You know, it’s incredibly personal touring other people’s homes. You’re literally walking through their lives. Now… did anything we saw today suit you? Oh, I could live in any one of those places. My mother is… She’s a bit particular. [both laugh] Well, a home is one’s most intimate purchase. The right one can change your life. I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone talk about houses like that. Tell me, Joey, what says home? Hmm. Smells. I love to cook, so something sizzling on the stove. Fresh coat of paint. Fireplace burning. A woman’s perfume. Aren’t you the poet? Well, I meant, what’s your mother’s idea of home? Ah. Well, um, my mother. My mother spent her life making things calm for me amid chaos. All I want for her is to want for nothing. She’ll have a house fit for a queen. That’s about to come on the market. Spa bath with built-in guardrails, and the coup de grâce– it has a massage room, so you can have a masseuse come in and soothe her aching muscles. You really are a hustler, aren’t you?

Is that a bad thing?

Just the opposite. You make things happen… as if by magic. It’s improper and potentially illegal for you to be speaking to my clients without my presence. Your clients were always free to leave. You’re late, Naomi. I was given the wrong time. Are you accusing me of deliberately misleading you? You’ve done worse. I need to know exactly what you shared with him. He did most of the talking. Never speak to him when I’m not with you. Bill Hamilton is not your friend, your boss, or your family. He is the one that made your pain possible. Allegedly. Remember, I always taught you that specificity is essential. Your little mock trial borders on witness intimidation. Pull something like this again, and I will pursue contempt charges against you. Come on, Naomi. You’re making a mountain out of a simple mistake in scheduling. And you’re wasting time that could be spent reflecting on the potential liabilities your firm incurred when you fired these women instead of their perpetrator.

Naomi…

Ladies, this meeting is over. [clears throat] You know, Dad, it probably would have taken me weeks to convince my clients how worried you are that we’ll win. You accomplished that in one meeting. Thanks. Do you like anything you see? I do. WOMAN [over P.A.]: We need a nurse to Trauma…

Sorry we got interrupted.

Oh, it’s no problem. I know your patients come first. That’s part of the reason why you are one of the best psychiatrists in the entire world. Ah, having you around is good for my ego. Even if it is all lies. Just the slightest exaggeration.

And I know Ted loves having you back, too.

Yeah. We both figured part of your wanderlust was avoiding this place. Yeah, well, there are a lot of memories connected to losing my parents, but… And now you have chosen to stay a while. And we’re back to that.

I saw what you did there, I did.

Mm-hmm. [laughs] Where does everything stand with Ashley? I stand as far away as possible since making that crazy move and trying to kiss her. And this documentary? Puts me right back into her orbit. Bad move, huh? Was shutting Ashley out completely and torpedoing your friendship a good move? Hey, that’s my standard move. You’re either all in or all out. Ashley’s not the one for you. Yeah, you’ve made that clear. And so has she. But maybe she’s a sign that you’re ready to open up your heart again. I don’t know about that. Think about it. Qué guapa. I’m a mess. Thank you for texting. I needed to just turn off with you.

Glad I could help.

[laughs] Actually, I have a favor to ask. Okay, what is it? You and your cousin are tight. Maybe you could convince her to drop this case against the firm. Yep. And don’t worry. I’m gonna put you on when I blow up. [laughs] Okay. Hey. I never thought I’d be starring in a reality show. It’s like look out, Housewives. Are you talking about Andre’s documentary? The man himself got my interview scheduled in a couple days. But you’re not a new nurse. I’m the nursing supervisor. Who better to talk about your progress? Speaking of, you ready for your close-up? Maybe I won’t have one. Will Andre be interviewing all the new nurses? He is, as far as I know. Whew. I’m a little nervous, and I never get nervous. But I will be representing the hospital. And I got to make sure I’m running up the buzz on our program. We need more eager, talented nurses like you. You’re Shanice. You’re always telling the world what’s what. The only difference is Andre’s camera will be there to capture it. I need new scrubs. Uh-huh. Hey there. Did Andre schedule your interview yet? Not yet. There’s no reason that you won’t have a special place in this thing. Delivering a baby during your first week… I don’t even know if Andre wants me in this thing. Why wouldn’t he? You’re gonna be a special part of this. [Ashley chuckles]

See ya, Ashley.

Thanks. [sighs] So, you want me to talk Naomi out of the sexual harassment case against her dad’s firm? It’s a hostile work environment case. The sexual harassment case is against a specific partner. I don’t care what happens to him. I care about the firm itself. There are so many shades of wrong here, Tomas. I was so excited to see you. I-I thought we were getting somewhere.

We are.

But you came here with an agenda that has nothing to do with me. I thought we’d understand each other. We’re the same. Crazy ambitious, eyes on the prize. I would never try to use you to manipulate your family. How is it using you? I-I asked. If the answer is no, t-then so be it. But when everything I’ve worked for is on the line, when a case like this could kill the firm and my career, I had to at least ask. If it’s so important to you to get that pitch to Naomi, there she is, have at it. Kat, please.

Hey, cuz.

Hi. Good luck with your case. The other side seems… weak. So… how did you rise to the top of the cutthroat DMV real estate market? I never knew what I wanted to be when I grew up. We had so much, and not much was expected of me. Then I met Doug, and the twins came quickly afterward. But as they got older and I drove them all over Maryland and D.C. for activities and playdates, I found myself drawn to the homes, the architecture and design. You’re sorry you asked. No, just the opposite. I’m fascinated.

[door closes]

I know I’m late. [sighs] I hate everyone in the world except for you. Well, you might hate me, too. After talking to the manufacturer, I think I agreed to the wrong price point. I’ll call her back. I had another run-in with Evil Eva. You don’t even want to know. Honestly, I really don’t. And then Hot Tomas wanted to meet up, and I thought this day was salvaged, but all he wanted was for me to ask your sister to drop the harassment case against your dad’s firm.

Oh, ick.

I mean, one of the things I really liked about him was that he was all about his business, too. But to ask me to twist Naomi’s arm for that case? I swear, it’s like my dad is like a virus. Not to make an excuse for Hot Tomas, but double ick. There’s like six degrees of Bill Hamilton and every bad thing that happens in this town. Triple ick. The third one from the left reminds me of the stuff I used to give you when you were sick.

Hi, Aunt Dani.

I’m sorry, Mom. We only met here because it was convenient. But if we’re in your way… Not at all. This is actually perfect. I have so many thoughts, and we have so little time. Mom… Uh, remember how Jane Birkin was flying from Paris to London? Her straw bag spilled, she has a conversation with the Hermès CEO and the Birkin bag was born? Well, yeah, but I don’t… Call me Jane. I might not have your talent, Chelsea, but designers can have “momagers,” too. Now hear me out. You unretire.

No.

For one night only. Go on, Aunt Dani.

Kat.

Oh. And on this one very well promoted night, you premiere the first bag of the Chelsea Dupree collection at the close of the fashion show. Just you and the bag. It’s the showstopper. Even if I wasn’t quitting, I’m not ending my career naked. That’s just details. Body paint, gold leaf, feathers. You know what? I forgot my tablet in the car. I’ll be right back.

I thought you talked to her.

I did, but it didn’t stick. And you were encouraging her. It was a good idea. I’m done modeling. Okay. Okay. But why not walk down the runway one last time– with your clothes on. Your swan song can also be our new beginning.

[sighs]

Just think about it. Okay. I remember when we were little, we borrowed these. I thought you would kill us. But you just said… Fashion is the only art not just to be shown, but enjoyed. You want me to walk down the runway wearing nothing but purses? Now, how would your premiere bag stand out if we did that? No, these are just inspiration. What you send down the runway first matters. So, what’ll it be? A baguette, double-quilted flap, loop, crossbody? What do you think, Kat? I think you and Aunt Dani have it covered. I am going to meet my dad. Go. Be free.

Bye, honey.

Bye. All right, you could choose a tote. Gosh, the options are endless. A clutch, hobo bag, wristlet, shoulder bag, belt bag, frame bag. [fading]: A satchel, evening bag, duffel bag. I mean, a fanny pack. Really, a cute backpack would even be… How about, like, a classic suitcase? Briefcase! A suitcase, no– Now I have ten agents and a support staff of seven. Not bad for the girl who just needed something to do. Vanessa. Joey. Sorry to interrupt. Hi, Randy. I’m helping your boss find the perfect house for his mother. Well, no one loves his mom more than Joey. Hopefully one day I’ll get to meet her. Well, I know she’s going to love you. I’m sorry to have to leave, but Randy and I have business. I enjoyed our time together today. I’ll remember everything you told me about your mother’s wants and text you more listings. I know we’ll find the perfect place, for my mother. Naomi, can we… You know I can’t talk to you about the case. This is personal.

Excuse us.

Sure.

Mike’s an ass.

Tomas. I want to discuss myself and everyone else at the firm. Most people in that office had no idea of the alleged happenings. Are you prepared to ruin them, too? My father made the same argument, but I’m sorry. You and the others are not my concern.

My clients are my…

Are you really prepared to bring down Bill’s whole firm, not just the alleged perpetrator? You think you know me because you’ve heard my father talk about his sweet and brainy Naomi? Well, here’s who I am. I can be just as ruthless and relentless as my father, in service to my clients. I won’t just win this case. I will pulverize Bill Hamilton in court. And if you don’t want to be ruined, Tomas, I’d get moving on my exit plan before your boss and his firm go up in flames. [sighs] Sorry, Dad. It’s been one of those days. I was already out of the car before I remembered I was supposed to meet you at the hospital. Nothing big. Just got into an annoying argument with someone. See you soon? If I was here, what would you say to me? I… would wait for you to do the talking, since it was really unfair of you to put me in between you and Naomi. You’re right. And I’m truly sorry. Wow, I… I think you might be the first guy that’s ever said that to me. It’s the truth. I got caught up in thinking how this lawsuit could tank my career. That’s understandable. Yeah, but putting it on you to make it go away? That was a bad call. No excuses. You are so intense. Like how I get when I talk about Eva. Ugh. No wonder everyone wants me to shut up about her. But you always listen, even when you disagree. I sound like a pretty good guy. Think you can forgive me? What’s in it for me if I do? Sexy late-night phone calls. Long walks. The way you feel… …and smell so good. Kat. And the way you look at me, like you want to… I want to kiss you. Stop talking. Wait, Tomas, I– I want more. Then type yes. [scoffs] All right. I saw almost everyone this shift, so… Almost everyone? I can lend you Eva if you need some extra hands. Ah, you just missed your best friend. Don’t, Ted. No, Dad is right. I’m tired of being all about Eva. I don’t want to waste another minute on trifling people. I am done with Eva Thomas. Oh, I hope that’s true. If this really is a ceasefire, then maybe I will pull Eva in. I’m glad we’ll get some much needed peace around here. Hey, do you have a minute? Um, I don’t. I have a… Please. We’ll see you later. Come on. Hey, what’s up? [whispers]: Come on. What’s up? I want to know why my friend can’t look me in the eye. Why are you avoiding me, Andre? Was that Joey Armstrong in here earlier? Oh, yeah. The FBI’s been interested in him for years, but he’s still free to eat Orphey Gene’s biscuits like the rest of us. If the Bureau can’t make a case against somebody who everybody pretty much knows is up to no good, how are we supposed to take down your father, one of the most respected men in this town? You have me. Okay? I know my dad’s vulnerabilities. Did Tomas have any more news on the case? No. Not at all. Uh, let’s review what Bill said to you so that we know he has nothing to use against us. And then we can begin planning our next move. There are no next moves. We can’t beat him. It’s time to settle. Yeah, I’ll have it resolved by the end of the week. Okay. Talk soon. You look so calm. And the sword of Damocles is hanging over you. Ah, no, think of it more as a fountain pen. Now Naomi’s got chops, but she’s not cutting her teeth on my firm. If you put Naomi and the women up against Mike Davis? Mike looks like the guy who hangs outside the club. The kind that lets the air out of girl’s tires and then offers them a ride home. Yeah, well, I can use the press to paint any picture I want. In the end, Mike will come off as a harmless jerk. And Naomi? Well, she’ll be seen as having a vicious personal vendetta against me, negating any sympathy for the women she’s representing. And when we’re through all of this, the second that Mike so much as smiles at a paralegal, he’s out. I’m not gonna allow him to make us vulnerable again. Naomi seems… formidable. Mm. Yeah. Yeah, I can see that Naomi is a contender. But my reputation for being untouchable, that’s earned. Nobody’s gonna change that. Not even my daughter. You know, Chels, I didn’t think we would make this move until much later in your career, but with a few tweaks, you really have something here. We’re solid on the design I’ve been pouring myself into for, like, ever. And it shows, baby. But it’s never too late for a little inspiration. You know, one of the ways that being a model and being a mogul differ? You have to be able to say what you want. What I want is for my mother to back off. This is my thing, Mom. Get your own. [door closes]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

Yes, Belle, it’s true. We have a new lead on your father.

Oh, that’s amazing. What’s the lead?

Well, I can’t even go into details right now, but I think we may be getting him home soon.

Well, I’m glad you have something to go on. What are you gonna do in the meantime?

Well, I’ve been kind of stressed. I think I’ll just, I don’t know, take a long hot bath. But I will get back to you as soon as I have an answer about your dad.

Sounds good. Love you.

I love you too. Bye-bye.


[siren wailing]


Hey, you got that file on the Morrison case? I need to catch myself up.

Yeah. Yep. Here you go. We’ve got a solid lead on the sister.

Great. Thanks.


Congratulations, by the way.

On?

On getting reinstated?

Oh, that. [chuckles] Yeah, it feels great to be back.

Yeah, look, I’m sorry I didn’t– didn’t say anything sooner. I just have been trying to keep my distance.

I noticed.

I just wasn’t sure how you’d feel about us working together, you know, after what happened.

Yeah, well, it’s a little awkward, obviously. But it shouldn’t be a problem. We were friends before, and we’re friends now, right?

Yeah, of course. Absolutely.

And I sure as hell can’t afford to lose a great detective like you.

Well, I appreciate that. I don’t have a problem if you don’t have a problem.


What about Rafe?


I’m assuming by the look on your face that you haven’t told him yet.

No, I haven’t. And I don’t intend to.


And while no official statement has been made by Salem PD, several anonymous sources within the department confirm that despite Mr. DiMera having been accused of numerous felonies, he’s unlikely to be charged. Yeah. We’ll see about that. There’s no chance in hell you’re getting away with this.

Rafe is still recovering from the trauma of EJ using Feginer to take over his life.

Yeah, I mean, I can’t imagine what he’s going through and what you’re both going through.

Yeah, well, we’re both working really hard to get our lives back on track. So to tell him about you and me right now would be like–

Adding insult to injury?

Or maybe more just injury.

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, especially now that we know that EJ is gonna skate on all these charges.

Mm, maybe not. I have one Hail Mary idea left, and if it works, we could put that bastard away for the rest of his life.


Disarray, indeed. Well, at least I look handsome. [sighs]


[phone beeps]


Of course. I should have known.


Forget your shampoo?


Orpheus.

Hello, Marlena. It’s been a while.


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


[dramatic music]


Any trouble getting rid of the guards?

Nope. They’re taken care of.

Taken care of?

Yeah, we stuffed them in a closet. Should be a while before anyone finds them.

We took their guns too– oh, and these. Figured they might come in handy.

Do we think they’re master keys?

Well, they’ve opened every door we’ve tried so far, so they should give us access to the entire facility.

Great work, dudes.

What about you? You find anything?

Oh, you know, only the mastermind of the whole operation.

Orpheus. Is he here?


How did you get in here?

Oh, the usual, borrowed a uniform from a waiter, grabbed a room service cart and key. Can I interest you in some Estonian delicacies?

I don’t mean in Estonia. I mean you’re meant to be in prison right now.

[chuckles] Really, Marlena, you should know by now, they haven’t built a prison that can hold me, not for long, anyway.

So you escaped again.


Well, I can’t very well waste time rotting in a cell, not when there’s so many important things to do.

You mean like create a nuclear device to sell to the highest bidder?


You’re up to speed. Good. Good. That’ll save time.

Time for what?

Time to get you and that meddlesome husband of yours out of my way for good.


[knock at door]

Jada. What can I do for you?

I want you to help me nail EJ DiMera once and for all.


[groans] Would you respond already, Isabella? Don’t leave me pining here like some lovesick schoolboy. [scoffs]


Hey, McMillan said you were in here doing paperwork.

Just going over Tate’s statement about Great-Grandma Alice’s necklace.

I still can’t believe that Cousin Doug was the one who stole it.

It’s a pretty crappy thing to do.

It’s unforgivable, actually. I mean, Julie was so nice to that kid ever since he got to town, you know, treating him like a member of the family.

Yeah, well, now that she knows he betrayed her, that’s over, obviously. She kicked him out of the house this morning.

Well, understandably. So now that you have Tate’s statement, does that mean you’re gonna arrest the guy?

Julie reported the necklace stolen, but I’m not sure if she’s gonna press charges.

Yeah, right. I mean, it’s got to be hard to send the police after Doug’s grandson, no matter what he did.

It’s complicated, for sure.

Yeah, so another crooked Salemite gets away with a crime.

Talking about EJ now?

How’d you guess?

Gabi’s furious about that, too, the idea that he’s just going to walk after what he did to Rafe, to their whole family.

Yeah, well, I’m hoping that it’s not over yet.

You think there’s still a chance to hold him accountable?

I just spoke to Jada. It sounds like she’s got a plan.

So EJ is your first official case back on the job. Can’t say I’m surprised.

Well, I’m not the only one who wants to see him pay for his crimes.

Oh, yeah, no, I think the whole town wants that.

Well, what about you, Belle? Are you gonna help me?

Well, I can’t. I’ve had to recuse myself from prosecuting any cases involving EJ.

[sighs] Right, because of your personal relationship with him.

Mm, which you know all about.

Listen, Belle, I am so sorry that Paulina found out that you were still sleeping with EJ. OK, and it was my fault for telling Gabi in the first place. It’s just that I was just so frustrated about everything that he did to me and Rafe. Actually, frustrated is an understatement.

OK, I get it. Listen. Considering the havoc that he wreaked on your lives, I don’t blame you for being indiscreet. But I still can’t help you with the case.

Well, I know that you can’t prosecute him. But I was hoping that you could help us get him in a different way.

How?

By wearing a wire. [dramatic music]


Orpheus is behind all of this? I thought he was locked up.

Well, he was until he wasn’t.

I guess we shouldn’t be surprised. I mean, why else would the ISA have dragged my father into this?

You think his mission was to find Orpheus?

Well, no one knows how that maniac’s mind works better than my partner, John.

Do you think Orpheus was involved in my dad’s disappearance?

I’m not sure he has disappeared.

What?

There are notes in this file about an unknown agent infiltrating this facility, disguised as a scientist.

And you think it was John.

Well, based on the timeline and the description of his actions, I’d say it’s a pretty good bet.

So my dad traced Orpheus to this location.

It appears that way.

So what are we waiting for? Let’s go find him and help him put that son of a bitch back in prison.

Hang on a second, cowboy.

What? What is it?

We’re not all going.


John’s been pursuing you. That’s why he’s here.

Mm-hmm. I should have expected the ISA to sic him on me. After all, who better to track my scent than my old pal John Black…


Whom, by the way, I managed to stay one step ahead of.

Then you know where he is.

Of course I do. I’ll give this to John. He did manage to infiltrate my top secret facility by posing as a scientist. But I caught on soon enough.

What have you done to my husband? Where is John?

Hmm.


Your–your concern for your husband has always been very touching to me, honestly. It’s one of the few certainties left in this uncertain world: death, taxes, and the eternal devotion between John Black and Marlena Evans. Hmm. But if I were you, I would worry less about John…


And more about yourself.


Do you need any help with this?

I’m good.

All right, well, let me know if you need me to tag in.

Shawn, wait. [dramatic music] Please tell me this is none of my business. And if you don’t want to discuss it with me anymore, I’d understand. But I’ve been concerned since you told me about you and Jada.

It’s OK, all right? I appreciate the concern. And yeah, you’re right. I did–I did confide in you. So yeah, Jada and I spoke but briefly.

How did it go?

Well, she hasn’t told Rafe yet, and she doesn’t plan to. So I guess that makes things a lot less messy.

Yeah. Yeah, I guess. But are you gonna be able to live with that secret?


[scoffs] You want me to go undercover to bust EJ?

Would you at least consider it, Belle? You could just sidle up close to him, get him to incriminate himself on tape.

How am I going to get close to him? I don’t have a relationship with EJ anymore. It’s over. I ended it.

Well, maybe it’s possible that he still has feelings for you. Do you think he could believe that possibly you changed your mind about ending it?

[sighs] Maybe. I guess it’s possible. Belle, listen, you are a world-class litigator, OK? You are an expert at getting people to tell on themselves. And I know that you believe in justice and the rule of law. I mean, this man, he stole Rafe’s life. He destroyed my wedding. And he–he engineered Ava’s kidnapping. I know you do not want to see this man getting away with that…


Unless you don’t want to see EJ go to prison.


Ah, what are you looking at? What, are you upset that I’m going after your son? Sorry, not sorry.


Now all we have to do is sit back and watch your sociopathic son incriminate himself.


Hernandez. What the hell are you up to?


Steve, you’re telling me that I can’t come with you to find my dad?

I’m not talking about you, Paul.

Me? I’m an ISA agent.

Well, that’s exactly why you’re not coming along. This is not an authorized operation. If you take part in it, you could be seriously jeopardizing your future with the agency.

I’m not worried about that.

Well, I’ll worry for of us. And I know your father. He doesn’t play favorites. In fact, he’s probably harder on you than anyone.

So you expect me to just sit on the sideline.

The farther away you get from this facility, the better.

Better for who? Not John. Paul, you seriously can’t be on board with this.

OK, I know you want to help, and I love you for that. But I do not want you to jeopardize your career.

[scoffs]

Just because I’m asking you to leave doesn’t mean we can’t use your help.

What kind of help?

I need you to go back to the hotel, check on Marlena, tell her what’s going on.

So I’m the messenger, even though I’m the only reason that any of you know about any of this in the first place.

You will be thanking me if this whole operation goes sideways.

We’ll be fine.

Andrew, please. I know that John would want it this way too.

Look, as much as I know you want to be by my side and as much as I want you there, Steve’s right. And if we do get into trouble, we’re gonna need you to get us out of it.

What if you need backup inside the facility?

We got each other.

And if that’s not enough? We all know how dangerous Orpheus is.

We do. But we’re not even sure he’s here.

So here we are again.


Are you going to shoot me in cold blood? Is that why you broke into my room?

Well, considering the delicate nature of this operation, I can’t very well have you interfering.

And how delicate is it?

Well, it’s– it’s hardly your concern.

I think I’m entitled to know if I’m gonna die for it.

All you need to know is that you got in my way one too many times. You and John have been thorns in my side for decades. And now I finally have a chance to free myself of your interference. Sorry you didn’t get to enjoy room service.


[gunshot]

[gasps]

I don’t love keeping this secret from Rafe, but it’s not my call. I mean, Jada didn’t even know that she was cheating on him, because as far as she knew, he was the one that left her first.

Believe me, I’m not judging either one of you.

Look, I know. I know you’re not. And again, I appreciate your concern. I do. It’s just–damn it, JJ, this whole situation, it just–it sucks. Jada doesn’t deserve any of this. She is a good and caring person. I mean, when her life was falling apart, she didn’t– she didn’t get bitter. No, she’s strong and she’s capable and she’s got a huge heart. She’s always going around making sure that everyone else feels good. She deserves to be happy. And that’s what I want for her. I just want her to be happy.

Shawn, do you have feelings for Jada? [dramatic music]

Of course I want EJ to go to prison. He did awful things to you and Rafe. And thanks to his involvement in Ava’s kidnapping, he’s turned my brother’s life upside down. And he told me that I could trust him. And he made me look like a fool.

So I assume that you are not just gonna stand around and let him get away with hurting the people that you love.

No. No, I’m not.

So does that mean–

Yeah. Yeah. I’ll wear a wire. Yeah, I’ll do whatever it takes to put that son of a bitch behind bars.


Why do you think I’m here? I came to see Johnny. Is he around?

No.

Well, do you know when he’ll be back?

I couldn’t say.

Right. He’s not speaking to you anymore, is he? I know he found out what you did to Sami.

That’s none of your business.

Yeah. It’s got to be awful for him. And I know how hard you fought to keep that from him for so long. And now he knows what kind of monster you truly are. Well, I’ll just text him myself and see when he’s coming home.

Yeah, don’t bother. He’s moved out.

Oh, he did, did he? Hmm. Well, then I guess that means that although you’ve somehow managed to not be prosecuted, you are actually facing consequences for some of your actions. You lost your son. And I’m pretty sure that you lost Belle and all because your fragile ego couldn’t handle losing the DA job.

Mm, if I wanted insight into my psyche, I’d visit my former mother-in-law.

Right. And I’m sure that you would love to talk to her right now because of doctor-patient confidentiality. In fact, I would bet that she would make a house call and listen while you confessed all your sins.

Why are you blathering on about Marlena, who is not my shrink and never will be?

Hmm. Yes, but I think that maybe you should make an appointment with her. I mean, she is the best therapist in Salem. And my guess is, it would feel pretty good for you to get all those secrets off your chest.


So do we split up, search the place top to bottom for my dad? It’s a lot of ground to cover.

How about you take the east side? I’ll start west. We’ll meet in the middle.

Here. Here you go.

Good. Be sure to check every room. If John is here, we’ll find him.

Yeah, we will.

Hey, kid, be careful, OK?

Let’s just get him home safe.


[knocking]

Who is it?

Marlena, it’s Andrew.

Is everything all right?

I hope so. Listen, I need to talk to you. We found out who’s behind all of this.

Yeah, so did I.


Jada and I are friends.

Uh-huh.

She’s in love with Rafe. You know that.

Yeah, I do. And I know you said what happened between you two was a one-time thing, but the way you’re talking about her–

Hope we’re not interrupting anything important.

No. No, not at all. What’s going on?

I told you about my idea on how to bring EJ down.

I mean, you told me you had an idea. But you didn’t give me any details yet.

Well, the details are that Belle here has agreed to wear a wire.

Really?

Well, I’m gonna try to get a confession out of him, obviously. And for the record, my relationship with EJ is over, or I wouldn’t be involved in this operation.

Well, I’m glad to hear that.

You’re doing a good thing, Belle.

Mm, I’m doing the right thing.

So, boss, can we rig her up?

Well, that’s why we’re here. I have someone from tech coming down right now with the equipment.

I think that JJ should handle the prep work on this one. I’ve got a few cases I need to handle. Is that OK?

Of course.

OK, well, good luck. You’re gonna be great.

Thank you.

Nice work. [dramatic music]

All right, let’s get to it.


Should I happen to desire a session with Dr. Evans or anyone else, why would I share that information with you?

Yeah. Well, I guess the guilt of what you’ve done isn’t eating you up inside, like it would most people with a conscience.

I have nothing to feel guilty about, nothing to confess. In fact, I honestly have no idea what you’re rambling on about. Now, since Johnny’s not around, it appears our business has concluded.

Yes, right. Well, have a great day.


When you said you knew it was Orpheus, you weren’t kidding. Can I ask how this happened?

He came in here unannounced, pulled a gun on me, and I subdued him. Please, tell me you found John.

Not yet. But Steve did find a helpful dossier inside the facility. From what we’ve been able to gather, John is somewhere inside that building.

Are you sure?

We’re hopeful. Steve and Paul are searching the place as we speak, which means I need to transport this piece of garbage to the ISA.

OK, well, do you need my help?

You did the hard part already. I think I’m good.

OK. I am going to the facility.

Marlena, I don’t think that’s a good idea.

I do. I do. I have to help.

I’ve been inside that facility. It’s not safe.

You thought it was safe for me to stay here. And we see how that all turned out.

I’m sorry. I can’t let you go.

Well, you can’t do anything. I mean, you’ve got to stay here and make sure that he doesn’t escape.

I can arrest you. I can–I can handcuff you to this table.

Yes, you can. But you won’t do that, because you know that I need to go to John, same as John would come and find me, the same as you would go and find Paul.


OK, please, tell me how to get to the facility.


[dramatic music]


You’re back.

Yeah. Did JJ finish wiring up Belle?

Mm-hmm. She’s at the DiMera estate as we speak. And JJ is in a van across the street. Let’s hope she can get EJ to talk. This might be our last chance to get something on him.


[doorbell rings]

Harold. [sighs]


Belle?

I got your text. I miss you too. Can I come in?


Everything OK? You seem a little quiet.

Look, I know that the timing on this is– it’s weird. But I feel like I need to tell you that JJ knows about what happened.

You told JJ?

He figured it out, and I couldn’t lie to him. Hey, nothing–nothing is gonna happen, all right? JJ is my partner, and I know I can trust him.

I trust JJ too, but–


What? Jada, what? What is it? What’s wrong?


I’ve been thinking since we talked. And our little secret is not so secret. Stephanie knows. Now JJ knows too. And it’s making me realize that I don’t want Rafe to find out about this from anyone else.

Nobody is gonna tell him.

You know as well as anyone that secrets have a way of getting out in this town. [sighs] And I don’t– I don’t want Rafe to find out.


I need to tell him. I need to tell him myself.

Are you sure about this?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. It would kill me if he found out some other way.

OK. Whatever decision you make, I– I support you.


[knock at door, door clicks open]

Hey, guys.

Hey.

Hey. I was just about to call you.

Ah. Everything all right?

Shawn, could you give us the room?

Yeah. Yeah, absolutely.


What’s up?

Why don’t you take a seat? There’s something I need to talk to you about.

OK.


Yes, this is Agent Andrew Donovan, badge number JX9692. I have Milo Harp in custody, requesting immediate armed transport to the Estonian field office. I’m currently in the Hotel Tallinn, room 512, on the alley side of the hotel. Tell the team to enter through the loading dock. They can use the back stairs. They’ll have unimpeded access to the room. Thank you. I’ll await their arrival. [sighs] OK, Orpheus, your days of–


[gunshot]


[grunts] [gunshot]


[gasps] Oh, my God. Is it John?

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B&B Transcript Monday, March 31, 2025

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[mellow music plays] I don’t think you’ll ever know how grateful I am for you, how big my love is for you. Well, it goes both ways. No, seriously, honey. The news about Luna being my daughter– that could’ve…broken us. But you didn’t let that happen. I said we’re gonna get through this together. I meant it.

Deacon: Crazy Luna is Finn’s daughter. My granddaughter. I-I have another grandchild. This should be good news. And it would be if it was anyone else, Sheila. But after what she did… come on, she can’t be a part of our lives. Deacon, she is a part of our lives. No, she’s not, all right? Get this through your head. I want nothing to do with your murderous granddaughter. And what if I do? Then you got a choice you gotta make. It’s me or that lunatic. [dark music plays] So you’re saying whatever I need… you’ll be there for me. Anything. Anything at all. Yeah. You just have to tell me what you want. Yeah, I think this bigger gem looks gorgeous on this piece. What do you think? Okay. I’ll take that as a yes. [sighs] Ahh, gosh, it’s nice. Are you as excited as I am that the family is back in charge around here? -[singsong voice] Electra… -Sorry. -Yeah, it’s beautiful. -What is going on with you? Don’t try and tell me it’s nothing, ’cause you’ve been distracted all day. -It’s about Will. -Mmm. Yeah, I had a feeling it would be him. He better not have done anything to hurt you. No. No, nothing like that. It’s just… he wants to take things to the next level.

Steffy:  It just feels so unreal… Luna getting pardoned. Yeah, thanks to Bill Spencer, no less. You know what? He’s always claimed that he was gonna protect his granddaughter and me. Seems like Luna’s really… got to him. [scoffs] Well, we have to keep fighting. We have to do whatever it takes to make sure Luna goes back to prison. [sighs] In the meantime, we just have to, um, be on guard. Like we are with Sheila. I’m serious. You gotta decide. I don’t love being backed into a corner. I know, baby. You think I like giving you this ultimatum? But it is what it is. So is it me or your crazy granddaughter? It’s you. Of course it’s you. You are my love. You’re my husband. Come here. I love you. I love you too. Will isn’t pressuring you, is he? No, no, not pressure. He wouldn’t do something like that, but it’s clear where he’d like the relationship to go. I love Will, and he loves me. He’s-he’s a good boyfriend. He helped me with that whole Remy situation and… he’s just everything I’ve wanted in a boyfriend. He’s amazing, but… I’m just not ready. Well, you know whatever feelings you’re having are entirely valid, and I’m glad to hear that he isn’t pushing you, but can I ask you what he said? Just that…it’s been hard to be with me and… and to hold me and kiss me… Right. Without taking things further. Mm. [soft music plays] I know how much you want it. You can have it all with me. It’s taking everything in me not to grab you. Grab me? Do it, Will. Do it. [edgy music plays] What’s going on in that head of yours? Uh, just…processing. Finding out that you have a grown daughter? The girl you thought was your cousin. Yeah, I’m still processing that too. You know there’s nothing you can do to fix it. -Like, you can’t fix her. -No. I know. You’re right. Ohh, it’s just so crazy. Your daughter’s Luna, and that means she’s Sheila’s granddaughter. Like all of this is starting to make perfectly sick sense. You know, the two women who tried to kill me are your daughter and your mother. I know this wasn’t an easy decision for you. But I understand where you’re coming from, and Luna is always gonna be connected to Tom and Hollis’s deaths. And that is unforgiveable. Sheila, I know how much you desire a family. I mean, you yearn for a relationship with your son, with your grandson, and I’ve seen how hard you’ve tried to make it work, try to build a connection with them, and for the most part… for the most part, I’ve done my best to support it. I mean, I-I want them to see the woman that I’ve married, get to know how worthy she is. You’ve seen me grow. You-you’ve seen how I’ve changed. I know, and if Finn’s daughter was anyone but Luna… All right. It’s clear you made up your mind. I mean, she’s dangerous, and Tom and Hollis– they were a part of our family. They’re gone because of her. Just feels wrong just to even talk about letting her in our family. I mean, i-it’s stupid to think that she wouldn’t turn on us too. You pick a snake up by its tail, you can’t get angry when it bites you. We’ve got no idea what she’s capable of. Who her next victim might be. Being here at Forrester and getting to work with you and learn from you, it’s–it’s changed my life. I wouldn’t trade this for the world. Well, I love having you here, and Forrester is so damn lucky to get you so early on in your career. But I want you to know that it’s okay to admit that, you know, meeting Will is a big part of why you love it here as much as you do. You caught me. I love Will. Which is why this has been a little…difficult for me. I mean… what if he feels differently about me now? Well, all I really know about Will is that he’s very sweet and caring, an honorable guy. So I have to imagine that he’s more than willing to wait until you’re ready. Well, you wanna grab me? Yeah. Yeah, I wanna grab you. -[chuckles] -And tell you to stop. What you’re suggesting will never happen. The fact that you even thought that was a possibility shows me just how unhinged you are. You attacked and killed two people and put Steffy in a cage, and I haven’t forgot that. That’s not who I am, though. I swear. Your dad believes me. Maybe someday you will too. I will never believe you or your delusional stories or see whatever it is that my dad saw in you. Never, Luna. Never. [moody music plays]

Finn: You don’t have to worry about my birth mother or my daughter– they won’t come near us. Well, Sheila’s a wildcard. We don’t even know what Luna is capable of. She’s out now–we don’t know what resources she has -now that she’s free. -That’s true. I don’t know what Luna is up to or where she is, but I promise you… I will do whatever it takes to protect you and our family from Luna and Sheila. Protecting me from my granddaughter isn’t necessary. I’m gonna stay away on my own. What? What? Come on, no, “Oh, good girl”? Mmm. I think I’m gonna save that for later. Hey, you know what, we finally got– finally got that mascarpone cheese from Italy. Oh, great, what, thwarted by– by an imported soft cheese. No, not thwarted, just, uh, postponed. Hey, and that cheese, it helps support you and your sexy nine toes. -Oh, stop it! -[laughing] Listen. I love you, and I do support you. Just not with Luna. I do believe that Will doesn’t judge me for wanting to wait. Yeah, well, I mean, you two have already been through a lot as a couple, but ultimately, you’re still… relatively a new relationship. So I-I think you should both wait until you’re ready, you know, both of you. I’m grateful for everything Will has brought into my life. He’s a catch, and… I hate to admit it, but that’s part of what worries me. Uh, what, that some other girl might offer him what you’re not? I just wouldn’t be surprised if there are girls out there throwing themselves at him. Oh! Okay. So here’s what you need to remember. You are a catch too. Okay? Are you listening? He’s very lucky to have you. So if he’s willing to throw away what you two have for some… fling, well, then, he’s not worthy of you. Yeah. It doesn’t change my stance. I need to be true to myself. I am not ready. And I just need to trust that Will respects me enough to understand my decision. Couldn’t help but see you with Electra earlier. You know, it was easy enough for me to decipher what’s going on between you two. I can recognize when a guy’s being shut down. And your frustration? I mean, it’s not just the muffins you’ve been downing. It’s written all over your face. Electra is not giving you everything you want and need. So I’m gonna tell you again, Will– whatever you want, whenever you need it. I’m here for you. I never wanna hear Electra’s name out of your mouth again. In fact, I don’t want you anywhere near her, my dad, or me. You got it? Stay away, Luna. Muffin. I’m not giving up on you, Will Spencer. [soft, stirring music plays] Hey, there you are. Are these the new samples that Ivy wanted you to see? -Yeah. Gorgeous, right? -They’re okay. -Not as gorgeous as you. -Sorry I had to bail on you at Il Giardino. Yeah, uh, right. Um… It was actually probably better that you left. Luna showed up. The murderer? What did she want? Well, she tried to convince me that she wasn’t that bad person who did all those hideous things. -[scoffs] -I know. It’s BS. And she kept trying to feed me this idea that my dad saw into it and that I should too. She’s delusional. That’s exactly what I was thinking. Which is why I told her– strong, direct message– stay away from us. I’m still shocked she’s even out of prison. I know. She barely spent any time locked up– after killing two men! And the craziest part is that she actually came on to me. Luna came on to you? What’s going on? Okay, Deacon’s gone. He’s gonna be gone for a little while. I just–I needed you to come here. I-I need to get some things right. You know how much I-I want a relationship with my family, my flesh, my-my blood. My husband– he’s a really good man, and he’s seen me evolve and get out from under my past. It’s just… this is–this is just a little more difficult than I expected. I thought that you were gonna tell Deacon earlier what– I did. I did. I told him that you were my granddaughter. But then why are you trying to hide– -So Deacon’s– -Well, he’s not that thrilled that you’re my grandchild. It’s not the reaction that I was hoping for. No. I should have known better. I mean, I caused Deacon so much pain and grief. I shouldn’t have gotten my hopes up. -Luna, I– -No, I-I get it, I get it. You can’t see me anymore, and… you asked me here to say goodbye. Well, tell me you believe me. Finn, I-I want to. But I need you to realize that Luna– she can’t be anywhere near us or our children. Ever.

Luna: I mean, you just found out that Finn’s my father, and I don’t expect you to risk your marriage just because I’m your granddaughter. [exhales] Listen, I’ll go, but… I just want you to know how much it means to me that my grandmother was willing to accept me. Guess this is goodbye. Goodbye? No, you’re my granddaughter. You’re not going anywhere–I’m always gonna be here for you. You’re family. You’re my family, and you’re not going anywhere. We’ve got a lot of time to make up for, okay? You and me, and I promise… you’re gonna do that with your dad too.

Steffy:  A relationship with Luna is completely out of the question. Finn, you have the biggest heart, but you can never allow Luna into our lives. Hey. [heavy music plays]

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GH Transcript Friday, March 28, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Hey! Have you been waiting long? [Hoarsely] Well, I want a cup of tea for my sore throat. And a cookie. And I feel like I’ve been waiting a week. What? In reality, five minutes? Less than that. I’m so glad we’re doing this. Me too. I want to show you something, but you can’t tell anyone that you saw it. Okay. Is it bad? It’s actually… pretty miraculous. Aww! Elizabeth! Sorry to interrupt. Uh, Stella Henry was having some tests run, and I thought maybe if she was done, I would ask her if she wants to go to dinner. Oh. I’m sorry. She already finished and left. But that was a sweet idea. I know. How’s Monica doing? Actually, today’s a good day. Oh, good. I’m glad to hear it. Me too. Please let her know that everyone here is thinking about her, and we can’t wait for our favorite former Chief of Staff to get back to her old self. I will. Let’s hope it’s soon. And let’s hope she doesn’t find out that Drew is threatening to dig up her late husband. [ Reverse signal beeping ] Excuse me! What is going on?! You can’t be here, ma’am. I live here! I’m trying to study! Ezra: Uh [ Clears throat ] Young lady, did you say you live here? Yeah. I rent the apartment over the garage. Well, I’m Ezra Boyle. Port Charles City Council. And I’m here on important city business. Yeah, I I know who you are. I met you yesterday at the press conference at G.H. Right! You were with Kai Taylor. Yeah. My name is Trina Robinson. Do you even have the right to be here? Uh, well, we do. We have a signed demolition order. Hey! What’s all this? Ah. Do you live at the main house? Yeah. Why? Great. You’ve been served. You’ll be doing a few more speaking engagements. A lot more than you signed up for. Yeah. A few. Are you sure I’m the right guy for this? You know, now that I’m done with football, people probably won’t want to listen to me much longer. Kai, you’re the reason that the speaking engagements have more than doubled. I mean, people definitely want to hear what you have to say, especially about the Pediatric Sports Initiative. Really? Yes! For sure! They saw how well you handled yourself at the press conference, and they want more. Just like I was telling you. You got a lot more going for you than just football. [ Scoffs ] That’s a good thing ’cause I’m never going pro. You sure about that? Since the club isn’t open, everything’s free, right? Well, I could probably hook you up with an appetizer or a beer. Anyway, thanks for coming by, sis. Yeah, I kind of had to. I never see you at Mom’s. You know, the place where we both live together? Yeah. I’ve been spending a lot of time at Elizabeth’s. How’s that going? Pretty good. In fact, we’re going away together. [ Pounding ] Ava! Open up! Oh, listen to that. The sound of Kristina Corinthos Davis even more unhinged than usual. Yeah, great. I just made peace with Alexis. If she sees me here, that’s all blown to hell. Alright. Well, don’t let her see you. But But stick around, okay? ‘Cause I may need a witness. Fine. Oh! Ava! [ Pounding ] For Pete’s sake, Kristina! I’m coming! Alright! Come on in. Speak your piece, but please stay away from the window. Wouldn’t want a repeat of the last time you barged in on me. Jason: Pilot says 40 minute flight time. Brick says there was two possible locations for Soliski his apartment and a warehouse. I think we should check each one, you know, to minimize the chance of missing him. Are Are you sure about that? You take the warehouse. Um… Brick didn’t know when Soliski was gonna leave town for his next job. Whoever hired Soliski is responsible… for Michael’s pain. I’m gonna make ’em pay. I’m guessing your OB appointment went well. Yes. The baby and I are fine. And my pregnancy has hit the honeymoon phase, so I have all this energy now. Good. You’re gonna need it to get away from the Quartermaines. Fortunately, things there have calmed down slightly. You’re not gonna move out to get away from all of them? I’m staying for now. Okay, well, if you change your mind, I will make space for you and the baby at my house. Aww! Thank you! But, um, I’m fine at the Q’s, and I really like the job, which is good, because I’m gonna need it. Sasha, if you need help… No, no. I already told you. I can afford this baby. It’s not a problem. I promise. I am just sorry that I said something that made it harder for you to take care of your babies. [ Sighs ] Drew has even gone so far as to sic the Public Land Trust on us because the family crypt “accidentally” extends maybe, I don’t know, 20 feet into public land. I don’t really think Edward was the type to make mistakes like that. Well, that’s the point. Drew doesn’t care if it’s on public land. He just wants to use it as leverage so he can remain a Quartermaine. And Monica really isn’t aware of this situation? No. I have done everything I can to shield her from it. She’s already furious with Drew for multiple reasons. Well, from my understanding, she always accepted him. Mnh mnh. Not anymore. For once, Monica and I are in complete agreement. Wow. Hell really has frozen over. [ Chuckles ] Drew is no longer a member of the Quartermaine family, and he has no right to our name. Gio: Nope. Not family. Just a guest. The person who owns the property is Monica Quartermaine. Don’t you have to serve her? [ Sighs ] Just another Quartermaine stall tactic. Even so, the papers have to be served to the appropriate party before we start the demolition. Okay, well, why don’t you walk over to the front door, you knock on it, and you serve them? Thank you. No, no. Excuse me. The family is fighting this order. Trina: And in case you haven’t noticed, the Quartermaine lawyers don’t lose. Oh, my goodness. They already have. The order was signed today, and there’s nothing anybody can do to stop it. Alrighty! Get your crew ready. Because that building is coming down. [ Ezra laughs ] My cracked L 4 means I can’t play football without risking paralysis. That is rough. I’m really sorry. It is, but Trina’s helped me come to terms with it. Yeah. I’m glad Trina’s part of your life after football. You guys You guys make a really good couple. Thank you. Yeah. We’ve been spending more time together, and things are really good. I’m glad to hear that. You know, I have to admit, though, I miss playing so much that sometimes I think it might be worth the risk. So… if there was a way for you to play football again safely, would you take it? Absolutely. Yeah. But my doctors say it’s a non starter. And they may be right, but I’m also a big believer in active problem solving, and there’s a lot of great specialists all around the world. I personally know a lot of fantastic doctors doing amazing things, one in particular that may be able to help you. Even if that’s true, I can’t afford to pay for what my insurance would consider an elective surgery. I don’t have those kinds of resources. Maybe not. But I do. Kristina: Did you just make a joke about my baby dying? No. I would never joke about what happened to poor Irene. It’s Adela. I’ve taken her flowers. That’s not what it says on the headstone. You stay away from my daughter! She would be here today if you hadn’t killed her! I have no interest in relitigating something a jury has already deemed an accident. I was there! You pushed me! You keep telling yourself that, Kristina. Just please stop telling me. Oh, no. I will tell you every single time I see you. I am a walking reminder of what Well, then, maybe it’s best that the two of us avoid one another! Now go away! Please! Where the hell do you get off thinking you can drag my father back to court over Avery? Well, Sonny is obviously in no condition to take care of my daughter a fact I am only too happy to share with a judge… in open court. Elizabeth and I are making a return trip to Manhattan. I booked a room at the hotel we stayed at when we were kids. Do you remember hearing about that? Yeah. Um… When you two were planning on moving to New York together so Elizabeth can study art. Yeah, well, it’s only for the weekend, and, uh, I was hoping Aiden could maybe stay at Mom’s. I mean, I know he’s old enough to be by himself for a few days, but I would feel better if you were keeping an eye on him. Sure. Yeah. Of course. Um, I’d love to. But are you sure you want to do this? Tell Monica we miss her. I’ll do it. [ Cellphone rings ] Yuri? Miss Tracy, you must come. A man with official papers bring bulldozers to crypt. I’ll be right there. Excuse me, but why is a councilman involved in this? I’ll tell you why. It’s ’cause he’s Cutthroat Cain’s dirty little stooge. O…kay. Congressman Quartermaine brought a legitimate public land issue to my attention. It is therefore my duty to rectify the situation, to show that rich people cannot flout the law. Yeah, because only elected officials have that sort of privilege. Ohh. Look. That building violates the law twice over. A private structure built on conservancy lands, which means… no construction allowed. What construction? It’s already been constructed. Ohh… I left the paperwork with some Russian guy. He’s from Belarus! Look. I don’t care. Okay? Get moving! Hey. I’ve got an idea. Just stall until I get back. Gio: What Emma! Why? Lewis: I’m concerned about the legality of serving an order of demolition to some domestic employee instead of the owner. Especially one whose English is a little shaky. Hey! Yuri’s English is just fine. Terrible! You know, you should go back and make sure that he understands that he has to let Monica, the owner, know what’s going on. The order has been served, and as a member of city council, I say tear that thing down! What about the people in the building? Hm? There There are people in there?! No, there’s no people in there. It’s just dead bodies. And desecrating the remains of a family’s loved ones isn’t a good look for the public official, Councilman. Okay, look, the Quartermaines had plenty of time to move those bodies. Gio: No, they haven’t. Besides being insensitive and immoral, isn’t unearthing human remains a public health issue? Hm. Ava: I think Sonny would be wise to avoid a return to court. Don’t you? If his health issues were to become public, his enemies might take advantage. I think Sonny is vulnerable enough as it is. One of his enemies already tried to kill him, right? And poor Michael got barbecued instead. [ Scoffs ] Now, I’m sure that Sonny would agree that he was the target and that it should have been him. It should have been you. I am just so glad that Avery wasn’t there. Now, really, I think it would be far better for Sonny to quietly hand Avery over to me where she will be safe, along with an increase in child support sufficient to provide my daughter with the kind of care to which she has become accustomed. Oh, my God. You are You really You have no limits. You are using Michael’s pain to your own advantage. As a mother… I will do absolutely anything to protect my child. Something you obviously cannot understand… since you’re not a mother. Well, I already invited Elizabeth, and she accepted. It’d be kind of rude to withdraw the invitation now. No. You’re right. Forget I said anything. You really think this is a bad idea, don’t you? I am not passing judgment. If you want to go, you should go. You had a pretty big reaction to a weekend getaway. I mean, what’s that about? It’s just…taking Elizabeth back someplace that meant so much to both of you, it’s risky. A lot can change in 25 years, including you and Elizabeth. I mean, you spent more time apart than you spent together, and you both picked up a lot of emotional baggage along the way. Life happens. W What can you do? Nothing, but it can be tough for some people to get over. Okay, well, Elizabeth and I are not just “some people.” Lucky… [ Sighs ] It’ll be one thing if you can’t recreate the magic… but it’ll be even worse if you end up tarnishing a memory that means so much to both of you. Sonny: Did Michael tell you that he’s having another skin graft next week? Yeah. He did. I talked to him on the phone. He sounded good. Yeah, he sounded good, except there’s this pain, you know? I can hear it in his voice. Yeah, I know. And I know how much he misses Wiley and Amelia, too. He loves Those kids are gonna get him through this. Yeah, the same way that your love for Michael is pushing you to find who hired Soliski instead of just sending me. We need the client’s name, so we can’t go in there, you know, guns blazin’. So when we find Soliski…? Are you asking me what I’m gonna do when I’m face to face with the man who set my son on fire and nearly killed him? Honestly? I don’t know. You would pay for my surgery? Why? You don’t even know me. No, I don’t. You’re right. Well, not yet anyway. But, um, I was a Navy SEAL, and I recognize and appreciate passion, determination, the willingness to put yourself on the line. Those are all qualities I see in you. Thank you but that still doesn’t explain why. Kai, I just think you got a really bright future. I do. And I’d love to do whatever I can to give you the opportunity to realize it, wherever it may lead you. Okay, but paying for my surgery like this? I mean, you’d have to want something. Why would I want something from Oh, it’s because you’re close to Trina, so you probably heard that her father and I had a falling out. Which would explain why you’re very hesitant to to trust me, which I totally get. That makes perfect sense. It really does. Curtis and I did have a, uh a disagreement, and he’s definitely got opinions about some of my actions, which he’s got every right to have. But before you make up your mind about me, will you at least hear my side of the story? I don’t deal with dead bodies. Trina: Mm hmm. Whoa. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! You work for the city! The city council runs this city! I pay you to work, not to think! Come back and do your damn job! You know, you’re not much of a man of the people if you talk to your workers like that. Hey. Put the damn phone down. Oh, so are you denying me my right to record a public official while performing the duties of his elected office? Councilman, I’m a registered voter and a Catholic. Don’t you think your religious constituents will be horrified by your callous disregard for the Quartermaines’ dearly departed? Okay, okay. Okay. Please. Enough with the nonsense. Enough with this Quartermaine grandstanding. Okay? We have a legal order. No legitimate reason to delay the demolition! Emma: Well, there is now. [ Click ] Yeah. You’ll tear this building down over my dead body. My babies are fine. The only time they’re not is when they’re…James. [ Chuckles ] But I made things harder for Deception, which means that I made things harder for you. The other owners may want Deception to succeed, but you need it to. That may be true, but Deception is doing fine. Then I freaked out when Jenz Sidwell showed up and said the guy was a monster. Because he kidnapped you. Look, we may need that zincite, like, desperately, but we’ll find it someplace else. But will you find it in time? We’re not doing business with someone who threatened your life. Okay. That’s the thing. I may have overreacted. How do you “overreact” to someone kidnapping you and threatening to kill you? I was scared. None of it would have happened if my mother hadn’t stolen millions of dollars’ worth of diamonds from him. Okay. We’re gonna blame this on Holly? That’s the only reason Sidwell grabbed me. And he he didn’t mistreat me. It wasn’t cruel. He tried to blow you up. Because of Holly. It was her greed that put me in danger. And not for the first time. Come on, Sasha. Look, I don’t want you to feel like you can’t do business with Sidwell because of me. Because I’m really okay with it. I wouldn’t sit here and tell you that I was if I weren’t. I’m sitting here and telling you… I’m not sure I’m okay with doing business with him. Yes. You are. You’re just being a good friend. And I love you for it. But your business and your family is more important. You know what? Don’t listen to me. I am probably just projecting my own situation onto you. What situation? Uh…my life. Take your pick. But let’s talk about anything else. Look, y you make some good points. Going back there is risky. We could end up seriously disappointed. But I I don’t think that’s gonna happen. I hope you’re right. And, no, Elizabeth and I can’t erase all the baggage or all the years that we spent apart, but… going back to a place that was so important to us and and revisiting memories we made there, it’s it’s not about reclaiming the past. It’s about considering a future. Is that something you’re hoping for? A future with Elizabeth? This is not about protecting Avery! This is about blackmailing my father! Ava: How is it blackmail to speak the truth? Your father has a condition, for which he’s being medicated, that is so severe, he collapsed at my feet! You withheld his medication! I was in shock. Ohh… And what if it had been Avery that found him on the floor? I should go straight to the court. The sooner the judge knows what happened, the sooner my daughter will be safe. You are threatening to out my father’s health issues and make him a target? That’s the price Sonny pays for the life he chose. You took my brother and you took my daughter. You will not take my father from me. I have done nothing to Sonny. It is too late for Morgan, it is too late for Adele, but it is not too late for my father! I will stop you, Ava. I will. [ Exhales sharply ] Ahh! Well! [ Chuckles ] I’m glad you were here for that. You just heard Kristina blatantly threaten me. Sonny: Mr. Soliski. You have a good workout? What do you want? Ezra: Unchain yourself right now. No, not when you and Killer Cain clearly circumvented the proper channels to get the demolition order so fast. Sheriff, arrest her! Young lady, the key. I swallowed it. [ Trina chuckles ] Where’d you find the lock? My car. Yeah, I always travel with the necessary tools for a peaceful public protest. I like the way you think. Tracy: What is this?! Your bulldozer has hacked up my lawn! The city is gonna pay for it. An order has been served. I don’t know anything about an order. Ah. I thought the original might go missing. Here you go. Looks like there’s nothing anybody can do. This young lady does not appear to be moving. What are you planning on doing about that? Well, Sheriff, cut her loose. Trina, make sure you record that guy groping me. Yeah, it’s just gonna make court a little bit easier. I’m gonna need your badge number. I want to call it in to my good friend, Judge Lyman. Gio, call my grandmother. We need her here. Now. Curtis and I were best friends for a long time, and it was based on that friendship that I brought him in to Aurora. I brought him in. I put him in charge of developing an entire new division, which he did with great success. So then why didn’t you pick him to replace you as CEO? Well, that’s kind of confidential, uh, but what I can tell you is Curtis had certain expectations about his position at the company that I didn’t meet. But I never lied to him. Was it worth your friendship? I wish it hadn’t cost us what it did, but that’s between me and him. You know, I would never ask you to choose between us. I literally I just want to help. Really. Look. I… I have a lot of money. And to be completely honest, I think it would feel really good for me to spend some of that money investing in your future. And also… sports is big business. It’s very high profile. And if you have a mentee who gets drafted into the NFL, that that could be good for you. That’s very true. Could be good for both of us. Okay, but what if they find a procedure and you pay for it but I still can’t play? What happens then? You got the wrong apartment, bud. No, I don’t! Don’t waste my time! Put the bag down slowly. Take your two fingers… take that gun out of your pocket. Put it on the table. Put it on the table! Slide it to me. You happy? I’m getting there. You see, I I made myself comfortable in your home just like you made yourself comfortable in mine. You planted an incendiary device. You got sloppy. You didn’t get me. You got my son instead. Big mistake! Lucky for you, my son lived. So I’m gonna give you a chance. All you have to do… is tell me who hired you. I don’t want to get ahead of myself. Right now all we’re planning is a weekend away, someplace where we won’t be constantly interrupted by loving and well meaning family. Wait. Do you hear that? What? Is that a dodge I hear? Uh huh. Okay. Okay. Fine. If it’s up to me, I would like a future with Elizabeth. There. I’ve said it. Mmm! But even though things are going well right now, at the end of the day, she might not want to take another chance on me. And I know that. Maybe this time is the charm? I’m not making any assumptions either way. I’m just gonna put myself out there and hope there’s a chance. Well, you’re braver than I am. Yeah, I don’t know about that. I think I’m just a little farther down the road, you know, trying to go for what I want. Exactly. You’re on the road, and I’m just stuck in neutral. Well, I’m sure when you figure out what it is you want, there’ll be no stopping you. Yeah, But I do know that Mom would love to have Aiden hang with us for the weekend. So if you and Elizabeth are having a really nice time in NYC and, I don’t know, maybe you want to extend your stay, you’re covered. You’re the greatest. Yeah, I really am aren’t I? Judging from Kristina’s overreaction, Sonny’s health issue must be serious. Serious enough that he could look weak, which is something he can’t afford. Now, that should be enough to make him more than willing to give me full custody of Avery, plus a tidy sum to keep me quiet. Before you go threatening Sonny, I advise caution. You and I both know he’s never more dangerous than when his back is against the wall. [ Cellphone rings ] Hi! Hey. I have that information you wanted. But Aiden’s got my car, so as soon as I grab a rideshare, I will drop it off at your office. Uh, no. No. That’s okay, Elizabeth. Elizabeth. Of course. That’s why you’re talking like that. Oh, well, it’s nice to hear that you’re with Ava and not toiling away at your desk. No, no, we’re just, you know, working at her place. Great. Then I’ll drop it off over there. The sooner I get this to you, the sooner we can help Portia. [ Groans ] If you’re done working, would you mind telling me what that was all about? Okay, if you must know, Elizabeth is providing evidence that could help me protect Portia. Did Portia tell Elizabeth that Drew is blackmailing her? Not exactly. Elizabeth knew that Portia consulted with me. And that’s because Portia trusted me with her problem and I referred her to you. Yes, yes. And Elizabeth just wanted to help. Of course she does. How did she want to help this time? Maybe get you some confidential patient files? No, nothing HIPAA related. And it would be much more suspicious if Portia were to gather those records herself. But no one would bat an eye if General Hospital’s saintly Head Nurse did it. Okay. Portia is her friend. Elizabeth is just trying to help. Mnh. She’s playing you. Because she wants to help herself. Oh, really? Elizabeth? How? Well, Elizabeth may care about Portia, but she cares about G.H. more. So she’s snooping for the hospital, and she’s using you to do it. Now you’re j Forget it. Elizabeth went to you because she knows that Portia conferred with you. And by asking Elizabeth to get specific files, she now knows where to look for Portia’s problem. You have given Elizabeth information that goes against the client attorney privilege that you have with Portia. Look. Elizabeth wouldn’t use that or me. Elizabeth wouldn’t do that to me. Why not? Because she still loves you? Because you’re clinging to hope that the two of you will get back together? Okay. You’re wrong, Ava! Elizabeth wants to help me. I saved her when she got suspended from G.H.! No. Lucky saved her. You just did the paperwork. [ Breathing shakily ] Nothing is getting bulldozed until this area is cleared. Alright. Fine. Sheriff, arrest her for obstructing a lawful order. You come near her, and I will have your badge. Emma, are you alright? Yeah, I’m fine. Okay. Um, thank you for being here. Do you have any more chains? Uh, no, but next time, I’ll bring some for everybody. Not to worry. [ Laughs ] Trina: Uh, Ms. Quartermaine, what are you doing? I am protecting my family’s final resting place. This isn’t about protecting the environment. This is about Congressman Cain using city resources… to wage a personal war against his former family. I will not be moved! Ric: I have done a lot more than that, and Elizabeth knows this! You have no idea what Elizabeth thinks. [ Sighs ] Ric? Oh. Wow! T That was fast. Um, but you really didn’t need to come over and do that. Yeah, I wanted to. But I don’t want to interrupt this, so… Have a good evening. Wha You know, wait a minute! Let me give you a ride, okay? Oh, God. I don’t believe it. I have to talk to her. I’ll be right back. No, no, no. Take your time. There’s no reason for you to hurry back! Hey, you. Where you been? It’s almost time to open. I was, uh I was at Ava’s. I We had a huge fight, and she threatened my dad, and I I lost it, so I… You what? What did you do? I made a mistake, but I I’m gonna fix it. I can fix it. Whoa, whoa! Kristina. Kristina! [ Door closes ] Damn it! Look. I’m a professional. I do the job that I was hired to do. I’ve got no problem with you or your family. Good. Tell me who hired you, and I’ll let you go. I never meet the client. Details are always handled where they can’t be traced. How do you get paid? Cryptocurrency. Also untraceable. So I’m sorry, but I can’t help you. No one in your line of work would take a job this dangerous without knowing who’s involved. Yeah, well, times are tough. I had to, uh, loosen my standards. Like I said, sloppy. You looking for this? Stop wasting my time! Tell me who hired you! Let’s say the surgery doesn’t get you back on the football field. You’re still going places, Kai Taylor. Now, I don’t know what Curtis told you about me Sir, I respect Mr. Ashford, but I make my own decisions about people. Well, I’m very happy to hear that. This is the information about the procedure and the doctor that performs it. If I find anything else out, I’ll send it to you, but in the meantime, really look into it on your own. Like, I highly, highly encourage that. Thank you. I appreciate it. Okay. One more thing. If you are gonna do the surgery, you might want to make a move on it sooner than later. The closer the surgery is performed to the original date of the injury, the more successful it is. Okay. I’ll I’ll check it out right away. Okay. Good man. I can just I can tell by the way you play the game that you love it. And if there’s a medical procedure that will get you back on the field playing that game that you love, safely, it just makes sense to take it, right? I have to admit, I didn’t think Jenz Sidwell would play a big part in my night out. I’m sorry. It’s just that with the benefit of time, I sort of saw what happened differently, and I wanted to tell you. You have nothing to apologize for. This was good. You gave me a lot to think about. Well, then… here’s to hoping. [ Chuckles ] Thanks for calling me, Gio. Yeah, she wanted me to call you. Alright. Anna! At last! Please! Arrest these trespassers! Yeah. Emma? Are you alright? Yeah. Why wouldn’t I be? You are chained to a mausoleum. Yeah, I am. Is there any particular reason why? I’m fighting for what’s right. Tracy: I’m fine, too. Okay. Okay, Commissioner, any chance you’re gonna do your job today and arrest these women? Sheriff, do you have the demolition order? Right here, Commissioner. Oh, Councilman, I think your power play is about to end. Oh, this is not over until that building is rubble. Like your career? [ Chuckles ] This coming from a Ohh! Finish that sentence! I dare you! Okay. Can you just please? Fetch the bolt cutters. Lewis: Yes, ma’am. [ Gasps ] Grandma! You’re siding with him?! I’m sorry. The law is the law. If I give you a name, they’re gonna take me out. Maybe, but at least you’ll have a chance to disappear. Because if you don’t tell me… I’m gonna shoot you right now. Looks like you’re out of options, Soliski. You either tell me who hired you… or you’re gonna be the one paying for my son’s suffering. [ Line ringing ] Kristina: Pick up, Ava! [ Line ringing ] Come on! Pick up, damn it! [ Cellphone ringing ] [ Ringing stops ] [ Phone thuds on table ] Ava: This is Ava Jerome. Leave a message. [ Shouts ] I told you I didn’t need a ride. I was perfectly happy calling a rideshare. I’m not gonna let you call a rideshare. You went through the trouble to get those records for me. Oh, I said I was happy to help. And since I’ve done so much, is there anything else I can do to help Portia? Well, that depends. Are you really trying to help Portia? Or are you trying to get insider information out of me? What?! No! Oh, Elizabeth, please. At your most deceitful Oh, now I’m deceitful? I You know I went out of my way to try to help you, right? Yeah, only to get information on Portia Robinson from me. And why would I do that? I don’t know! You tell me! I Ric, slow down! I’m trying. I’m trying. [ Engine revs ] There’s something wrong. Ric! There’s something wrong with the brakes! [ Elizabeth screams ] [ Crash ]

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Brady, Brady, no. I don’t want you coming all this way. Darling, I know you want to help, but, honey, you’ve got Rachel there. You need to–you need to take care of her. [knock at door] Steve is here. I’ll have to call you back.


Paul.

Anyone want a hug?

[sighs]


Yeah, Marlena’s back at the hotel. My contact got back to us earlier than I expected, so I’m meeting with him tonight. I’m hoping he has some information on John. Oh. Oh, he should be here any minute. Oh, come on, Sweetness. You know me. I’m always careful. I love you too, baby. All right.


What do they have here?


Well, this is a surprise.

Mom, I just left you a message. We need to talk.

OK. I–I need to talk to you first. I don’t want you to be alarmed, but you and your brothers may be in danger.

What kind of danger?

Long story short, EJ thinks that I ruined his relationship with his son, so he’s threatened to hurt one of mine. I told him if he put one finger on any of you, I would kill him. Now, I don’t know that he’s taken that threat seriously. So you are going to have to watch your back.

Wait, how did you ruin his relationship with his son?

That’s not important right now. I talked to Austin, I talked to Lucas, and I talked to Rex. I told them to be vigilant. That goes double for you because, living in Salem, you’re the most vulnerable, obviously.

Look, I’m not afraid of– hang on. If I’m the most vulnerable, why’d you call my brothers first?

Well, it wasn’t because I love them more, if that’s what you’re thinking.

I wasn’t until now.

[sighs] I’m serious. Please promise me that you’ll be careful.

Fine. Although at this point, my life might be over anyway.

You did what?

Told Alex the truth, that Philip and Stephanie are sleeping together behind his back.

Are you insane? Why would you do that?

Answer me, Steph. Are you sleeping with Philip? Is that the secret that Xander overheard the two of you talking about?

[sighs] There is no way I am letting Alex think that I am cheating on him with Philip.

Fine. Don’t. Just tell him that you guys hooked up a couple of times and that it’s over and beg for his forgiveness.


Philip and I have been keeping a secret, Alex. But it’s not what you think.

So you’re saying you’re not cheating on me with my cousin?

That’s exactly what I’m saying. I would never do that to you.

[sighs] Then what is it? What are you and Philip keeping from me?


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I just managed to convince your brother not to come all this way. And if I’d known you were coming, I would have talked you out of it too.

Why do you think I didn’t tell you?

Oh, darling, it’s such a long trip.

I want to be here. And I will be here until we find Dad.

All right. Thank you. Wait a minute. How did you find me?

Andrew told me where you were staying.

Oh, Andrew.

Yeah. We came together.

Here I was expecting some local dude. And look who shows up. ISA agent Andrew Donovan. [dramatic music]

Sorry to disappoint you, Uncle Steve. If you want, I can speak to you in Estonian.

You know the language?

Mm, natukene.

Impressive. Yeah. But in the interest of time, why don’t you stick to English? And you can start by telling me why you’re here.

My father sent me.


Sarah, why are you freaking out about this?

Oh, it’s just, I thought we agreed that Philip and Stephanie’s affair was none of our business.

No, we didn’t. You wanted to stay out of it. I said I wasn’t so sure.

Well, I guess you made up your mind if you told Alex.

Not on purpose. I–[sighs] I decided that I should go and try and convince Philip to end things with Stephanie. But unfortunately, Alex overheard. So I had to tell him everything.

Oh, my God. This can’t be good.

I didn’t want to hurt Alex, obviously, but I didn’t have a choice.

You couldn’t have– I don’t know– stalled a little bit?

How? What for? Alex heard me ask Philip if he was having sex with his girlfriend. He wasn’t gonna give up until he found out the truth.


I want to tell you, but I promised I wouldn’t say anything.

Promised who? Philip?

OK, look, what if– what if I swore to you that this secret had no direct impact on you? I know it’s asking a lot, but could you just trust me and leave it at that?


Steph, what if somebody told you that I was cheating on you and I said I’m not but I’m holding this other massive secret from you? Would you be able to let that go?

You’re right. You deserve answers.

Baby, what’s going on?


Oh, God.


OK. You know that letter that your Uncle Victor wrote to Philip, the one that helped him get half of Titan?

Yeah. What about it?

It was a forgery.


But yesterday you said that Xander was clueless.

I was only partly right about that.

So he did overhear you and Stephanie talking in the square.

And incorrectly assumed we were sleeping together behind Alex’s back.

Oh. Well, that’s much better than finding out about your father’s letter.

I’m not so sure about that. Thanks to Xander’s big mouth, Alex almost choked me to death.

My God, but, Philip, you still have half of your father’s company.

I’m continually blown away by the depths of your sympathy.

You don’t need sympathy. You’re the co-CEO of a multibillion-dollar company.

Yeah, for now. But everything could change if Stephanie tells Alex the truth. [dramatic music]


That letter from Victor was fake?

Philip forged it. Along with the help from Vivian Alamain. He has no legitimate claim on Titan.

How do you know this?

Back when I was dating Philip, I went to his office, and I overheard him talking about it on the phone…

Oh.

With his mother.

Kate knows about this too?

Yeah. Anyway, I confronted Philip about it, and we got into this huge fight. I was beyond furious– not just that he stole half the company from Xander but that he used me. He put my entire career at risk so that he could pull off his scheme. That’s the real reason why Philip and I broke up.

Steph, if you were that upset, why didn’t you tell anybody?

I did.

Well, you obviously didn’t tell Xander.

No, I told his wife.

[sighs]


[sighs] What a mess.

Yeah, well, don’t blame me. I’m not the one who’s been keeping secrets from their significant other.

So what did Philip say to Alex?

Well, he didn’t have a chance to say much of anything. Yeah, once I confirmed my brother was shagging Stephanie behind his back, Alex tried to throttle Philip. I managed to separate them and keep them apart. But then Alex just stormed off.

And went straight to Stephanie’s, apparently.

You were there. What happened?


I don’t know. There was so much tension. I didn’t stay there very long.

I’d be very interested in hearing what Stephanie has to say for herself.

Yeah. I am too.


Andrew must be so torn. Obviously he wants to help you find your dad, but he still wants to be there for Kimberly.

I mean, he’s worried sick about his mom, but Shane insisted that he and Theresa have things covered in LA and that Andrew should be here keeping an eye on things. And selfishly, I’m glad that he is.

Yeah. Did Shane have any idea of ways to help us find John?

No. But–but he is so smart and so dedicated that if anyone can help us find Dad, it’s Andrew.


Listen, if Shane sent you here to talk me and Marlena out of looking for John, you’re both wasting your time.

My father knows he can’t stop you. He just wants me here monitoring the situation while he’s with my mother.

Yeah, Kayla told me about Kimberly’s leukemia coming back. I’m very sorry.

Thanks. I wanted to fly home, but Mom has plenty of support, and there’s only so much anyone can do for her right now, so I figured I’d be of more use here, helping you guys find John.

I thought you said you were just monitoring the situation.

Officially. But Paul’s my fiancé. I want to do everything in my power to find his father.


Even if it means breaking the rules?

It’s just, Paul keeps asking me what I know.

Yeah, and you have nothing to tell him. I know, man. Shane has been shutting us out too.

That’s the thing. He hasn’t shut me out. I’ve been lying to Paul. I know more about John’s mission than I’ve let on.


What do you know about John’s mission?

Quite a bit, actually. But it’s classified information. And it’s killing me not being able to share it with Paul. But I have an obligation to the agency. [dramatic music]

It’s even more complicated because your father is your boss, right?

Exactly. And I’d be disobeying his direct orders by revealing what I know, not to mention possibly putting lives at risk.

Listen, this is John we’re talking about. My friend. My partner. Now, I’ve got to ask you, Andrew, to read me in on this.

Uncle Steve, I–

Hey, hey. Marlena and I came here for answers. And believe me, I understand the position you’re in. You’re torn between the ISA and family. But I’m your family, too, and a trained agent. I know how to walk that line. Hey. You can trust me.


OK. I’ll tell you what I know.


So how much has Shane told you?

Not much. I mean, he said that John’s handler lost track of him right here in Estonia. No matter how hard Steve and I pushed, we still couldn’t get more information out of him. That’s why I’m hoping somebody here, somebody can give us a lead.

Well, obviously, you’ve known John a lot longer than I have. But there’s one thing I know for sure is that even if the odds are virtually impossible, he can beat them. He’s like James Bond, only cooler.

I agree with you there.

Dad is my idol. You know what’s funny about that is that we did not get off to a good start. You know, come to think of it, neither did you and I. When I first got into town and after my rotator cuff surgery, you were my therapist. And–and it just so happened, you were Will’s grandmother. And I know that was a tough spot to be in.

Well, you also were in a pretty tough place. Your baseball career was over, and you were in the process of coming out.

Yeah. Yeah, I was– was kind of a mess.

[laughs] All in the past.

You know what? I just realized that in two weeks, it’ll be 10 years since I found out John Black is my dad.

It’s gonna be exactly two weeks? How did you know that?

Well, I mean, it mattered so much to me. I mean, to say that it changed my life for the better is an understatement. You know, finding out that he was my dad, it’s one of the best things that ever happened to me.


Do you think Stephanie will keep your secret?

She’s not exactly my biggest fan.

She’s gone along with everything so far.

But now Sarah and I are asking her to let Alex think she’s been cheating on him. I doubt she’ll risk her relationship to cover for us.

[sighs] Philip, there are pretty big stakes here, OK, so rather than sitting here and just speculating, why don’t you get out there and talk to her?

No point. I’m sure Alex already grilled her and she told him the truth.

You have such a defeatist attitude.

I think it stems from knowing my mother loves my brothers more than me.

[scoffs]

Kidding. At least I rank higher than Rex.

Philip.

Fine. I’ll go talk to Stephanie. But I’m telling you, it’s too late. [sighs] On the bright side, if I strike out, you won’t have to keep this secret from Roman anymore.

[scoffs] I hate lying to Roman. But I will do that for you because I love you and because I believe you deserve a share of your father’s empire. Now, we’ve gone too far to turn back, OK? So stop with the negativity. Stop with the pessimism. And get out there and protect what’s rightfully yours.


[door slams]

Hey, pretty lady.

Oh! Hey, honey. You just missed Philip. He just left.

Yeah, caught a glimpse of him as I was coming in. He looked kind of depressed. And you look worried. What’s going on?


Philip didn’t deny the affair, so I’m guessing Stephanie will have no choice but to come clean.

[sighs] Yeah. I just hope she tells Alex that she and Philip are done. And with any luck, it’ll all just blow over.

I mean, if it was just the cheating, maybe in time, Alex could forgive her. But lying to his face like that, making a bloody fool out of him by keeping that secret for God knows how long.


I’m sure she had her reasons.

I imagine she and Philip realized they had unresolved feelings for each other. I mean, they did split up so abruptly for reasons I’m still not clear on. But, God, I just wish they hadn’t snuck around behind Alex’s back. He didn’t deserve that.

No, you’re right. He didn’t.

Look, Alex and I haven’t always gotten along, but he did take my side against Philip in court. And, God, he took it like an absolute champ when he found out he wasn’t really Victor’s son. Didn’t fight me. Didn’t blame me. Just graciously stepped aside.

Yeah, he’s a– he’s a really great guy.

And after the way Theresa messed him around, I mean, he was finally happy with Stephanie. And they went through so much to get back together. For her to betray him like that, God, he must be devastated.

Xander, I made a– I made a mistake.


Sarah knows about Philip’s scam?

After my fight with him, I ran into Sarah, and I told her everything.

And she didn’t tell Xander? She didn’t want her husband to know the truth?

She did at first. But then Kate and Philip convinced her to keep quiet.

[scoffs] And then Sarah convinced me.

Oh, Steph, this is crazy. This is crazy. Philip just committed a major fraud, and everybody wants to keep it a secret?

And–and now you have to do the same.

No, no, I can’t do that. Steph, I am sorry. I can’t do that. My cousin deserves to know the truth.


Alex, no, you can’t tell Xander any of this.

Steph, Philip tricked him out of half of the company. Xander deserves to know.

I don’t necessarily disagree, but it isn’t that simple.

Well, it is that simple for me because it happened to me. I bought into a phony letter misrepresenting Victor’s wishes, and it turned my entire world upside down. I’m not letting it happen to my cousin.

And that’s fair. But, Alex, this isn’t just about Titan. If Xander finds out that Sarah’s been lying to him all this time, he will never forgive her. Their marriage will be over.

I’m not getting it. Why did she even lie?

The way Sarah explained it, Kate and Philip argued that even though Victor’s letter was a forgery, it was still somewhat truthful. They believe that Victor wanted Philip to run Titan. But when he wrote his will, Philip was struggling with mental illness, and so Victor couldn’t put him in charge. And Sarah didn’t think it was fair to penalize Philip for that.

So Sarah cares more about what’s fair to Philip than what’s best for her own husband.

She does care about what’s best for Xander, what’s best for everyone.

How is that best for everyone?

Sarah was worried if Xander were alone at the top, all of that power would go to his head. But if Philip were there, he could act as a check, stop him from doing anything crazy or illegal.

Shouldn’t Sarah be able to trust her own husband?

If Xander were alone at the top, would you trust him? [dramatic music] There was also the strong chance that if Xander found out what Philip had done, he would either prosecute him or kill him. And I didn’t want to be responsible for that.

So you’re just pretending that you don’t know anything.

[sighs] I don’t like it either.

[sighs]

And, Alex, believe me, if this lie had directly affected you or our relationship, just like that nonsense about me sleeping with Philip, I would have shut it down from the beginning. But it doesn’t.

Steph–

No. Bottom line. If you tell the truth, it’ll be World War III in your family. And all the stability and success that you’re a part of at Titan, it’ll be completely destroyed along with Sarah and Xander’s marriage.


You made a mistake? I’m sorry, but I find that very difficult to believe.

No, I did. I– I underestimated how much you care about your family.

Oh, Sarah, come on. You know you and Victoria are everything to me.

I do. Yeah, I–I do. I do. It’s just, I meant Alex and Philip. You know, you keep– you keep saying that you want everyone to get along. And I–I thought it was just all talk. But you’re clearly upset about what’s going on between them. And I’m sorry for doubting you.

Don’t be sorry. I understand why you would be. In the past, I was only ever about number one, battling one Kiriakis after another, trying to get what I deserved. Hell with everyone else. But now that Victor’s gone, I– I just don’t feel that way anymore. I can’t. Just feel like I have this responsibility to keep the family from falling apart. Speaking of, I should probably go check on Alex, eh?

Oh, no. I don’t–I don’t think that’s a good idea. He and Stephanie need some– they need time to talk.

And they’ve had plenty of time to do that. And look, I just cannot stop imagining myself in Alex’s position, just heartbroken and humiliated. Look, if he doesn’t want me there, I promise I’ll leave. But I just want to see how he’s doing.

If you’re determined to go…

I am.

Then I’m going with you.

OK, fine.


I don’t want to cause any problems with Xander and Sarah. But I owe it to my cousin to tell him the truth.

Owe it to him?

He’s been really cool about everything, Steph. He hired me back at Titan. He didn’t have to do that.

OK, look, I– I know that you feel loyal to Xander. But, Alex, big picture. I really think that we should respect Sarah’s wishes and just leave it alone. [knock at door]

I got it.


Ugh.

I had a feeling you’d be here. Alex, listen, I know you’re upset, but it is over between me and Stephanie. Our affair was–

Save it, Philip. Steph already told me the truth. You’re a liar and a fraud.


Philip’s just having relationship drama. You know, what’s new?

Hmm. I didn’t realize he was seeing anybody.

Yeah, well, it’s complicated.

Anything I can do to help?

No, but that’s so sweet. It really is. But, honey, you have more important things on your mind right now– your sister’s health.

Well, yeah, I did want to fly to California. But Kimberly insists she has more than enough support with Shane and Theresa both there.

What about Andrew?

According to Kimberly, he’s in Europe helping Marlena find John.

OK. Wow. That’s a lot to take in.

Now you understand why it’s such a sensitive matter.

That’s an understatement. Before I had the full picture, I thought that maybe you and I could run a rescue operation of our own. But we’re gonna need reinforcements.

Absolutely not. It’s way too risky. No one else can know about this.

Not even Paul and Marlena?

This is an incredibly dangerous situation. They are civilians.

Listen, Paul worked for Black Patch. And he worked with you in Hong Kong. He can handle this. And Marlena– well, she might be tougher than all of us put together.


I’ll put it another way. Paul is John’s son. And Marlena is the love of John’s life. But it’s your call.


I got to admit, at first, I wanted nothing to do with Dad. But he wouldn’t give up.

On his son? Never.

I mean, he even flew to San Francisco after I left town.

I’m not here to make things harder for you. We missed a lot of years, Paul. Now, I don’t know how things would have worked out if your mother had told you–

Do not blame this on my mother.

I’m not blaming anybody. It was a misunderstanding, a terrible one. But now we know the truth. And the fact is, I am your father. And I am just grateful that it’s not too late for us to get to know each other.

I feel so bad for the way I treated him.

You have no need to feel that way. I know you had a rocky beginning, but– but you finally became truly father and son. And as I recall, you risked your life to save him from Orpheus.

I’d do it again in a heartbeat. Dad means everything to me.

We share that. [knock at door]

I’ll get it. [dramatic music]


Hey, Paul.

Hey.

So good to see you, man.

Darling, oh.


I’m so sorry about Kimberly.

Thank you.

So did you guys figure out a way to get a lead on my dad?

I actually have some inside information about your father’s mission.

Since when?

For a while. I’m sorry I couldn’t tell you sooner.

What changed?

Time is running out.

What does that mean?

Someone has been building a nuclear device here in Tallinn.

Who?

My father won’t say. But apparently they’re ready to sell it to the highest bidder. And the ISA is concerned that it can fall into the wrong hands.

It’s tricky because several governments are involved.

How does John fit into that?

He was the one who found the secret facility where the device is being housed. The ISA told him not to infiltrate it, but when they lost contact with him, they suspect he went rogue.

Well, he must be at the facility. Do you–do you guys know where it is?

Yeah. It’s not far from here.

What are we waiting for? Let’s go.

Marlena, I think it’s best if you stay behind.


Do you think John is OK?

You know what? I honestly don’t know. Shane keeps stonewalling me too. I’m sure he has his reasons, but it’s damn frustrating.

Yeah. Especially for Marlena. I mean, she must be out of her mind with worry.

Yeah, well, knowing Marlena, she won’t give up till she finds John and brings him home safe.


You can’t be serious. I didn’t come all this way to sit on the sidelines.

Marlena, this is a nuclear weapon.

And this is my husband. And I’m going with you.

Marlena, we know that you can do anything. But we need to get in, get Dad, and get out as fast as possible. And with you there, he’s gonna be worried and distracted. And–and it might jeopardize everyone’s safety. This is about maximizing our chance of success.


All right. All right. Please call me the moment he’s safe. And all of you, please be very careful.

We will. Let’s go.


Just so I’m clear, I’m a liar and a fraud because–

You know why, jackass. You forged a letter to get your grubby little hands on Titan.

Gotcha.

You didn’t seriously think that I would let Alex believe that I’ve been cheating on him with you?

Would it really have been so bad?

Son of–

OK, don’t strangle me again. Give me a chance to explain.

Stephanie already did explain. You think Victor would have left you Titan if you hadn’t been locked up in a loony bin?

It’s a psychiatric facility, but yes. Also, I faked my own death, which was a secret at that point, so my father couldn’t exactly acknowledge me in his will.

Oh, that’s right. That’s right. You tried to frame Brady for your own murder. You just have a habit of screwing with your own family members, don’t you?

For what it’s worth, I do feel guilty about deceiving Xander.

Yeah. OK. Right.

Tell him, Steph. Tell him how bad we both feel.

Sorry, Philip. You’re gonna have to spin this one on your own.

[sighs] Now that I’ve gotten to know my brother, I actually kind of like him.

Oh.

And we’re making this co-CEO thing work. You’ve seen us in action. You said we make a great team.

It’s based on a lie.

Titan’s thriving. As you know, we’re about to make a major move.

Philip, who cares?

I do, and so does Xander. We’re this close to achieving something epic. But if word gets out that the brothers Kiriakis are at war, it all falls apart. So even if you think that I’m the scum of the earth–

Which I do.

Then forget me. Do this for Victor to protect what he spent his lifetime building, his company, his legacy.


This is so much bigger than us, Alex. It’s about all the generations of this family yet to come. Will you do this for them, please? [knock at door]

Stephanie? Alex? It’s Xander. Are you in there?

Don’t answer it.


Hey. Sarah and I came to check up on you. But if you’re in the middle of something, we can go.

No, no, no. I’m glad you came by. It’s about time the truth comes out in the open.


[dramatic music]

Philip, I didn’t expect to see you here.

I know I screwed up, but I was hoping I could get Alex to understand.

Listen, I don’t want to stick my nose where it doesn’t belong. But, Alex, I’m– I’m sort of the head of the family now. So if there’s anything I can do to help smooth things over–

I appreciate that, Xander. I really do. But after hearing it both from Stephanie and Phil, I know exactly what has to be done.


The truth is–


The truth is…


Stephanie admitted to the affair, and now her and Philip will never see each other again.


And that’s it? Just no broken hearts, no broken noses?

We had a heated discussion. And the three of us have agreed that it would be best for everyone if we just move on.


My love, I am so glad that you decided to turn in your badge and run this place. I don’t know if I could have put up with the stress of you constantly putting your life at risk.

You know, things get pretty dicey around here too. I mean, it wasn’t a couple weeks ago, I screwed up a lunch order for Melinda Trask. I thought for sure I was a dead man.

Stop it. Stop it. I’m serious. I– I don’t know what I would do if I lost you.

Well, you’re never gonna lose me, Kate. Not ever.


I’m gonna hold you to that, Mr. Brady.

Yes, yes, Belle. We’ve got a new lead, and we may be very close to getting your dad back. Uh-huh. Yeah. I’ll let you know the moment I hear anything at all. Oh, well, yeah, yeah, it is stressful. No, I’m just going to finish my tea and maybe take a long hot bath. But as soon as there is news, you’ll be the first to know. I love you too. Bye. [sighs]


Well, good work, boys.

Thanks. We took out about a dozen of them on the way in.

We’ll get rid of these two.

OK. Let’s see what’s in here.


This looks promising.


[scoffs] Of course. I should have known.


Forget your shampoo? [ominous music]


Orpheus.

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[mellow music plays] Will, what the hell was your old man thinking, opening up his house to a murderer? Wish I knew myself. We’re just as shocked as you are. Yeah, I mean, there she is, she’s sitting in a filthy cell, exactly where she belongs, and then Bill comes in and bribes one of his connections and then sets her up at his home like it’s a five-star hotel. I mean, she killed two people. I’m sorry, Deacon. The last person you should have to worry about right now is Luna. And now–now she’s gotten pardoned? I mean, this is ridiculous! I mean–you know, there’s no justice in the world. Yeah, she’s out right now, but I’m sure she’ll mess up again, land herself right back in prison. I pray you’re right. In the meantime, I hope she stays far away from here. Oh, Luna. My gosh. I’m so happy to see you. Me too, Grandma. Say that again. Grandma. That’s like music to my ears. I– Uh, this…it’s still such a shock for me but such a happy surprise. Do sit. So, um, how did Deacon take the news? I haven’t told him yet. I don’t blame you. He probably hates me. He knows how much family means to me, so I will take care of him. But you know what? I’m looking for an apartment -for you nearby. -For real? Yes. We’ve got a lot of time to make up for, -and I want you close to me. -Oh, my God, I would love that. Yeah. Yeah, well, you counted right. It’s-it’s nine toes. It’s an interesting story. One that I actually think you might appreciate. Thank you for accepting me like you have. I had nowhere else to go. You’re family. You’re blood. And I would do anything -for my beautiful granddaughter. -[giggling] Luna’s evil. She’s… a special type of evil. How long did she serve? What, a couple months? If that. Kidnapping. Murder. Attempted murder. She’s out and about like a cuckoo bird, and my friends, they’re six feet deep. -It’s awful. -I’m real sorry, Deacon. My dad was responsible for this. You know what, man, I’m sorry. [sighs] I didn’t mean to rant. Hey, you guys, your food’s here, and it’s on me. I-I gotta go take care of something upstairs, okay? -You enjoy. -All right, thanks, man. Feel so awful for him. Yeah, yeah, me too, but, you know, let’s not have that ruin our day. I wanna focus on only you, and it’s not so hard to do when you’re sitting over there looking so pretty. It’s nice to have some alone time. You call this alone? You know what I mean. Electra, I wanna be alone alone with you. And I know we talked about things before, and it’s cool that we’re taking things slowly, but… gosh, I just don’t know, being so close to you… Will, we are in public! I know. So let’s go someplace private. Just look at you… so beautiful and brave. You’ve got your whole life ahead of you. Yeah. It’s a second chance I never thought I’d get. You make the best of it, all right? You can…you can have and you can be anything you want to be. You can have your heart’s desire. My mom never said that to me growing up. Mmm. Well, I am certainly not your mother. So what is it? What do you want? Do you want fame? Money. [gasps] Maybe a really hot guy. Mmm. [laughs] Oh! Okay. Well, then let’s go find one. Maybe I already have. Will Spencer. Bill’s son.

Deacon: Sheila, you up here? [footsteps approach] -Sheila! -That’s Deacon. -What do I do? -Uh, go hide in there. I’m gonna distract him, and then you can slip out. Okay. -Hey. There you are. -Hey. -Oh, come here! -[chuckling] Damn, girl, what was that for? [chuckles] We’ve been dating for a while now. Don’t you think it’s time to, uh, take things to the next level? Next level? I think we’ve already taken it to the next level, you know, the way we feel about each other. Yeah, exactly. I mean, you wanna be exclusive, right? You’re not interested in seeing anyone else but me. Of course not. I’m only interested in you. Same here. And we’re both so connected. And we share everything. Well, almost everything. I guess what I’m trying to say is… is that you know I love you, Electra. I love you too. And when two people -love each other– -[phone chimes] Oh. Hold on. Shoot. It’s Ivy. She needs me back at Forrester. Can we talk about this later? Yeah, yeah. No problem. [uneasy music plays] Maybe if I knew that was waiting for me, I would have taken a break a long time ago. Just a little sampling of what I’m gonna do to you later. Wait a second. Are you buttering me up? -Well– -I-I knew it. I knew it. All right, okay. Let’s have it. -I’ve got some news. -Do I need to pop a beer -for this? -I think you’re gonna need -something stronger. -Great. Well, it-it’s nothing bad. It’s really quite incredible. Okay, well, you know, let’s hear it. I have a grandchild. Yeah. I-I know. Hayes. No. No, a-a granddaughter, a beautiful young woman. She’s just-just misunderstood, a little bit of an outcast like me. [laughs] Wait a second, are you–are you telling me there’s like a little Sheila roaming the earth? Yes! And you didn’t know her till now? Well, I-I knew her. I-I just didn’t know that she was family, and neither did she. Uh, well, okay, uh, I guess that makes me, what, -the step-grandfather? -[chuckles] All right. When do I get to meet the mystery girl? You already have. Who is she? You’re gonna be a little surprised when I tell you. [exhales, clears throat] Sheila, at this point in our relationship, I don’t think there’s anything that you could say that would surprise me. Come on! Come on, spit it out. Who is she? It’s Luna. Luna Nozawa is my granddaughter. [seductive music plays] Damn, Luna, I can’t get enough of you. But it’s wrong. Then why don’t you stop? Because I can’t. -WILL: God, you’re bad. -Mmm. You have no idea. SERVER: Order up. Hi, Will. You’re Luna’s grandma. Come on, Sheila, that’s not even funny. You know how I feel about her. I-I swear on my life, on my son’s life. Who-who told you this? Luna. Sheila, what are you thinking of? I mean, she’s a pathological liar! She’s playing you. You can’t trust a thing out of her mouth. No. She is Finn’s daughter. Finn a-and Poppy, they-they had a one-night fling, and that’s when Luna was conceived. You’re kidding me, right? Look, if you don’t believe me, text Finn. All right, this is– this is way too twisted. Okay, I-I know. I-I know it sounds crazy, but i-it’s true. So w-wait a second, so… so Luna’s paternity… Tom wasn’t the dad–it was Finn! Poppy has been saying for so long that she wasn’t sure and then Finn did a paternity test on himself. It’s out there. Everyone knows. -Wait. Does Steffy know? -Yes. W-wait a second. Luna didn’t come by here? You didn’t fail to mention that, did you? I-I was just waiting for the right time. The right time? What, are you kidding me? There is no right time! I understand this might be upsetting for you. Upsetting for me? Now wait a second. You mean for us, right? Is that what you mean? My God, Sheila, are you kidding me? Y-you can’t be happy about this! She’s part of me, Deacon! No. No! This is nuts, all right? Listen to me. I love you… but I’m your husband, and I am not gonna put up with this. You know how much I want a relationship -with my grandchildren. -Baby, I do, yes, I know, but this is different. This isn’t normal. I mean, Hayes is an innocent little boy. It makes perfect sense that you would want to be in his life. But Luna? After what she did? Are you kidding me? I don’t care if she’s your granddaughter or not! She killed Tom and Hollis! I want nothing to do with her! I don’t believe it. I’m actually looking at you. You’re not in prison. Thanks to your dad. Yeah, yeah, buying your freedom or whatever it is that he did. Yeah, I’m still not exactly sure how that happened, but it’s legit– I’m a free woman. Because your dad believed in me. Apparently so. Listen…[exhales] I know that what I did is indefensible, okay? -And I am horrified by it. -How can you even be in here? The same place where they died. I know the pain that I’ve caused, and it’s not like I can escape from it. But at the same time, it’s like… I wasn’t even here. Like, I was this completely different person, like… like I was outside of my body watching someone else take over. I know. It sounds like I’m making excuses, but your dad gets it. We can relate on a few things. I’m not this evil monster that everyone thinks I am. And with Finn as my dad, I know that I have some good in me. Either way, Luna, you should be in prison. [small laugh] Why are you smiling? You’re really cute. I saw you with Electra when I walked in. So then you must have also seen us when we were at my dad’s place. I couldn’t help it. I had to hide when you guys showed up unannounced. So you were watching, listening. -Not on purpose. -No, right, right. Nothing you do is on purpose. An evil spirit took over and forced you to be a bad person. -It all makes sense. -No. I’m not a bad person. I just… do bad things sometimes. Oh, it’s funny. I didn’t know there was a difference. Yeah. Yeah, I can be all kinds of bad. I can be…fun bad, naughty bad. Okay. Okay. Whatever you gotta tell yourself in order to sleep at night. Listen, I understand that you’re a little freaked out to see me here, but… I really have changed. Like, I’m not taking my freedom for granted. I really look forward to enjoying my life, you know. I’m gonna have fun, give back. Your family has been so wonderful to me, Will, and I’d like to reciprocate. I wanna be here for you. Whenever you need me. [uneasy music plays] [dark music plays] Of all the people in the world… Luna Nozawa, the… person who murdered my two best friends– she’s your grandkid. -Amazing, though, isn’t it? -No! No, it’s not amazing, Sheila. It’s insane! Hell, it downright t– you know, I have put up with so much crazy… maybe I’m crazy for marrying you. How could you say such a thing? Baby, please, that did not come out of my mouth right. I love you. I do. We have–we have crazy good sex. I mean, I’m talking crazy good, but this is… it–this is more than I can handle. I mean, Luna can’t come around here. I don’t wanna see her face. -Deacon– -No! Don’t manage me, all right? You wanna be with your crazy granddaughter, you go ahead and you do it. But if you choose to walk down that road, you do it alone without me. I-I can’t be a part of it. I mean, Hollis was my guy! Tom saved your life! -And I am– -No! Stop it! No, I’m forever grateful to them–I am. They didn’t deserve to die, but there is nothing and no one that will ever convince me otherwise. Not even Luna? No! God– She’s the first person to admit that what she did was wrong. Oh, is she, really? Yeah? That’s convenient that she grew a conscience. Too bad she didn’t do it before she poured drugs into– -Okay, stop! -No! No, no, no, I understand that this is a difficult situation for you. A-and I expect you to defend your friends’ memories. I-I’m only asking t-that you… you look at things from my perspective–that’s all. Luna is my flesh. She’s my blood. She’s a part of my family, a part of our family. Baby, you got a choice to make. It’s her or me, because I gotta draw the line somewhere. Baby, that girl is dangerous. She’s a wrecking ball. And wherever she goes… trouble follows. And what could you possibly do for me? That’s your third muffin. You must be starving. I am. Just hear me out, okay? I wanna be a kinder person. I’m making it my life’s mission to do better. -Is that even possible? -Your dad thinks so. Yeah, well, his judgment has been pretty off lately. That’s fine. Let me prove it to you. No. No, no, no. I don’t need you to do that for me. When I used to listen to you talk to your dad back when I was at the house– What you mean to say is when you were sneaking around and eavesdropping on private conversations, but yes, please, go ahead. Well, I could tell what a great guy you are. What a devoted son. Always checking in on Bill. What is this, Luna? What do you want from me? I…wanna be your friend. With benefits. That will never happen. You know, actually, that’s fine. I don’t really want any new friends anyway, so… what about just the benefits part? You’re out of your mind. I’ll have my own place nearby. You come in a lot. You like the food. No one will ever have to know. Not even your girlfriend. -WILL: [small laugh] -Let me show you that I’m a new and improved person. I can be nice. Very nice. I can also be very discreet. I promise I won’t say a word. I mean it, Will. I’m here for you. Whenever you want. [edgy music plays]

Bill: Here’s a look ahead. -Luna can’t be anywhere near us or our children. You effectively unleashed a maniac. I am warning you to never come near Will or me again. [intense percussive chords]

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Come on, Eva, expose yourself. Don’t try to come back ’cause you know it’s overI was the one who put you on my shoulder… Leslie [over phone]: This is Leslie Thomas. I’m screening my calls because not everyone deserves my time. Convince me you do after the beep. [beeps] [sighs] Eva, what are you doing here so late? No one’s going after your daughter. Katherine and I, we’re just having ourselves a friendly little chitchat. You don’t know anything about being friendly.

Everything’s a scheme with you.

Don’t believe me? Oh, I mean, we could always go ask her together.

Dana.

Uh-uh. [clucks tongue] Careful now. It might get a bit awkward when she hears you call me Dana. And she knows me as Anna. But that’s not what’s got you all shook up, is it, Teddy? You’re scared I’m gonna spill the tea about that baby we made.

Smitty: Oh, my God.

Are you all right, son?

What happened to you? Chill. It doesn’t even hurt.

I’m straight.

Smitty: Hey. We’re your parents. You don’t have to do the macho thing with us. And you haven’t told us what happened.

Who did this to you?

Nobody. I just wiped out on my bike near school. That’s all. I’m back. What were you looking at? Oh, nothing serious. Just checking my work schedule.

Another busy week, I assume.

I’m afraid so. You probably won’t be seeing much of me at all. I thought you went out for dinner. Oh, you must have chatted with Ted. Yes, I am supposed to meet up with him and Kat. I just have a last-minute insurance authorization I need to submit for a patient’s treatment tomorrow. Is it something I can help out with? Aw, thanks, dear, but no. This’ll just take a second. Hey, I have a thought. If you don’t have any plans, why don’t you join us? Why are you bringing up all of this old drama? That’s more than a lifetime ago. Thought you could just ship me off like your dirty little secret? Like our history meant nothing. Nothing but trouble. Yes, I got the abortion like I told you, but it was far too painful of a memory for me to let you get away. I don’t have time for the drama, Dana. Oh, why is that? Is it because Nicole could be pulling up soon, hmm? Look, you leave Nicole out of this. She has nothing to do with this. Oh, really? You sure about that? I mean, we could stick around and we could let her decide. Enough! What is it gonna take to get you out of my damn life? Is it more money you want? How much do you have in mind? If it was always about money, then why the song and dance? The fake suicide attempt, the worming through my wife’s events… Aw, Ted, for a smart man, sometimes you can be so damn dense.

[scoffs]

Every time we talked, not once did you ask me what I wanted. Hmm. You always let me know that you just wanted to burn my life to the ground. So, is money all it’s gonna take to get rid of you? Would you like my routing number or should I send you my Cash App? Oh, no. You think you’re slick. I’m not about to leave a paper trail for you to exploit. It’s cash or nothing at all. I’m thinking 50 stacks ought to cover it. $50,000?! [shushes] [whispering]: You must be out of your damn mind. There’s no way I’ll make a withdrawal like that and-and not set off every alarm in the bank. Oh, poor baby. Your mess, your cleanup. All right. You’ll get your money. That’s it. And I still have that same lawyer on speed dial. You know, the one that, uh, made you leave the last time. You didn’t want to hear that, did you? We’re done here. That’s nice of you to invite me, but you know what you’re asking, right? It’s Kat, isn’t it? She’s gonna be so heated, she’ll probably pitch a fit and say I don’t belong there. You’re right. Listen, I don’t want to make you uncomfortable, so we’ll drop it. Maybe next time. Well, I should get out of here. Traffic this time of night is no joke. I assume you’ll be leaving, too. Not yet. Got to log your computer off from the hospital system, then I’ll lock up. Thanks. I appreciate you. Oh, by the way, have you heard anything about that woman who got booted at the banquet? Sherry Carter, was it? Um, no. Ted said to drop it, so I did. Oh. Okay.

And, Eva?

Yes? Do not stress out about Kat. We see your value here. Ted’s on the same page, too. Are you sure you didn’t get swiped by a car or something? Yes, I am. It looks like a lot more damage than falling from your bike. How fast were you going? It was the sidewalks around school. They’re all pushed up from tree roots. It’s a major hazard. It be like that sometimes. Guess it was just my turn to take the L. Why did Tyrell say you had his back? What? Earlier you said Tyrell was upstairs asleep. You didn’t want us to go up, but now it’s clear you didn’t want us to see he was hurt. Um, uh, it wasn’t exactly a lie. I…

Tyrell: Look. It’s not that deep. I was just flexing on my bike. I popped a wheelie and I ate it. It wasn’t the sidewalk.

I was just being stupid.

Are you sure that’s all?

Tyrell: Yes. Now, can we just let this go? This is mad embarrassing. I just want to be left alone.

Please.

Let’s head upstairs. You need to get some antiseptic on that cut. Samantha. Yes, Pop? We need to talk.

Bill: I’m happy you came to see me. Now, listen, no one needs to know that we were together until the time is right. You understand? Lying to my husband is my favorite pastime. Okay. That’s pertinent information. I’ll be sure to keep that in mind. Thank you for handling me with such care and sensitivity. Our time together has truly replenished me. Yeah, well, no problem. I got a lot out of it, too. Good night. Oh, hey, babe. This is a nice surprise. I was expecting for you to be waiting at home for me.

Didn’t Caroline call?

Yes, she did. But you didn’t. And you didn’t text.

Why is that, Bill?

Well, I had an unexpected delay, and now, also unexpectedly, you’re here. I’m happy to see you. Don’t you think the boss kissing an employee days after named in a harassment lawsuit is bad optics? Well, I think the boss wasn’t accused of sexual harassment. A technicality. And I get off on those a lot. Speaking of getting off, let’s get out of here. You know, I was hoping that our dinner at home tonight would be a celebration, and I can convince Naomi to drop the lawsuit.

No luck?

No, not yet. She’s not even returning my calls. Not promptly, anyway.

Posturing.

Yeah. Just like she learned at her daddy’s knee. But you’re not worried? No. No, I’m not stressed at all.

Of course not.

[scoffs] I’m stimulated. By Naomi’s case or…

something else?

[chuckles] Okay, babe, again with the optics? We’re in my private office, there’s no one around. It’s after hours. I remember all those times we stayed after hours. Hmm. Yeah, me too, baby. Mm-hmm. Lots of discovery sessions. More emotions than I can count. You know, reviewing briefs. Your red lacy ones were my favorite. I noticed that woman making a few motions of her own. You’re jealous. So, what do you think about barbecue pizza? Doctors at the hospital, they rave about it. Are you looking for something? Oh, just a text from Eva. I mean, Chels. Now, those are the last two that I think

that you would get confused.

Mm. One is your cousin and your best friend, and the other, I can imagine that you have her face plastered on a dartboard.

It’s not even like that, Dad.

Then what is it like? We’re not friends. Okay? I don’t have to be besties with everyone. I’m not saying that you have to, but I think you need to ease up on Eva. You’ve been coming at her pretty hard, and I still haven’t heard the reason why. Just be patient, Dad. You will. Hmm. Uh, this one might scar. I got some cream that’ll help. Since when did education become a contact sport? You’re making it a bigger deal than what it already is. I told you, I just wiped out. I’m just trying to understand, that’s all. All right, I’ll leave this cream in your bathroom. Use it every day, and the scar should fade. Got it?

[winces]

Oh, come on. It’s not that bad. Not that bad? You should try. Yeah, you did always hate this stuff. Remember your first bike wipeout where you tried to recreate that trick you saw that kid do online? I almost had it. Yeah, until you crashed. You howled back then, too. You said you’d rather have the infection. [chuckles] And you still won’t listen to me. You know I’m always here to listen to you. About anything, anytime. We almost done here, Dad? You, jealous of Lorinda?

Come on, babe.

She was here after hours. In your arms, lying to her husband, and you were all caring and sensitive with her. And she was “replenished.” She ambushed me, baby. All right? It was a platonic hug. She is a liar, though, I’ll give you that one. But I was being disingenuous. And she tosses those woo-woo words around like she’s some kind of New Age guru. Okay, you present a compelling defense narrative. Yeah? Compelling enough to earn that elusive kiss? Uh! The jury requests additional information. Oh, okay. Well, Lorinda is facing a nasty custody battle with her soon-to-be ex-husband. Doesn’t want her children to end up hating her “like yours must hate you, Bill.”

So she–

Hold on! She threw that in your face?

Yeah, verbatim.

Who does she think she is, getting all personal with you like that? Look, life in a fishbowl, baby. People always tapping the glass, trying to get a reaction. Still, Naomi and Chelsea don’t hate you. Okay, well, I’ll concede that they hate me slightly less than they did when everything went down with their mother. Bill, Naomi went from “you’re dead to me” to… Threatening to mop the floor with me in court. Yes, baby, she’s still mad at me. Just give her time, okay? Be the father that she admired and respected and loved before you-know-what occurred. But have faith, okay? It’ll happen. Yeah, well. With Naomi, maybe, but with Chelsea… [chuckles, clucks tongue] I don’t know. All right, let’s hear it. Hear what? Tree roots, pushing up sidewalks, popping wheelies? Which story am I supposed to believe? Whatever Tyrell told you. Why would he lie? Don’t play me, Samantha. We both know there’s more to this. If you’ve got it all figured out, why come at me? Look, I’m just looking for a little help. I’m worried about your brother. If it was something serious, you’ll tell me, right? Pop, I always tell you what you need to know. Sounds like something I would say in my press conference. You sure you don’t want to run for office? As riveting as this interrogation is, I’ve got a hot date with my trig homework. Well, don’t let me keep you. Got to maintain that 4.0. 4.25, Pop. You need to give people a chance. Don’t be so quick to rush to judgment. You may discover that you made a mistake. I’ll keep that in mind. We can’t all be as flawless as you, Dad. Trust me, I’m far from flawless. Nope. You’re the GOAT. As perfect as they come. Well, if it isn’t my favorite power couple. A rare night out together? A blue moon event indeed. You know how it is, girl. Ah, the price of success. I at least get to see Vanessa from time to time at the country club. Where have you been hiding, stranger? Oh, I’ve been around. He’s at the hospital morning, noon and night. I can’t believe we don’t see each other then, if you’re there that much. Well, psychiatrists and surgeons don’t exactly run in the same circles. Besides, most of my surgeries are scheduled later in the day, and I’m usually there burning the midnight oil. By the time I get home, this one over here is chin-checking the pillow. Well, then, let’s do lunch. The four of us, at the country club. Don’t threaten me with a good time. Girl, you know I’m all in. You guys enjoy your night.

You really never see her?

I really never see her. Well, look who I found. Dr. McBride. Hello again. Joey, right? [chuckles] And Mrs. McBride. It’s a good thing I ran into you. I got those listings you sent about my mother’s new home. And what’d you think? Some seem to be on point. There’s more out there than I thought. Always is if you know where to look. Oh, I knew I was right to look you up. When can we check them out? Hit up my office. My assistant will set it all up. But in the meantime, are you in a rush? I’m sure Joey has plans for this evening. He’s a…

he’s a businessman.

Well, in the off chance you don’t, you should pull up a seat. Sure we can find something else to talk about than just real estate. How’d it go up there? If I had to guess, probably as well as it went down here. That bad, huh? Tyrell didn’t say a word. It’s like trying to get Wi-Fi in a dead zone. Samantha was the same way. Eh, when we were that age, I remember all the things I hid from my parents. Yeah, but this feels different. There was something in Tyrell’s eyes. Fear, maybe?

You think he’s in trouble?

I don’t know. But whatever it is, it’s eating him up inside. Yeah, and Samantha’s caught in the middle. What do you think we should do, Martin? We’ll figure it out. Together. Like we always do. So, what is the reason for this impromptu dinner with your parents? That purse line you’re starting with Chelsea? Aunt Dani beat me to it. Actually, it was Chelsea.

Congratulations, sweetheart.

Thanks.

Show us the pictures.

Yeah, we love to see. I’ll show you later on my tablet. My phone doesn’t do it justice. I’m guessing Chelsea has to fire Dani as her manager. How’s she taking that?

Nicole: Ugh, it’s a process. Day by day. Why are you glued so much to your phone? Is it some important business? No, but if it’s something major, you’ll be the first to know. Maybe Chelsea will reach out. Mm-hmm. See? Yeah, I recognize that calculating look. You’re wondering how you can make that happen. Which is sweet and considerate and not at all likely.

You never know.

Yeah, well. You know, I can’t exactly blame her. You know, she doesn’t trust me not to hurt her the way I hurt Dani.

Understandable.

Yeah. But she didn’t close the door on having a relationship with you, though, right?

Not yet.

Okay, so there’s hope. And hope and faith are practically soulmates. [chuckling] You sound like Lorinda. [scoffs] Thanks for reminding me. You know what? Let’s go ahead and circle back to Mrs. Woo-Woo. No, there’s nothing to circle back to. I’ve never seen you hug a client the way you were hugging her, Bill. Okay, if that’s what’s bothering you, then good news. She’s not my client. That makes it even worse. So, why were you “replenishing” some random woman? Not replenishing, baby.

I was playing her.

To what end? To make her open up to me and give me the ammunition I need to crush her in court. Wait, so you’re representing her husband, Bill? That type of stunt can get you disbarred. He’s not my client either. Okay, explain. All right. After Lorinda took aim and popped off about my personal life, I said, okay, you know what? I’m gonna give her a safe and caring and sensitive– if you will– space to tell me everything I need to know. And then I call Mr. Woo-Woo and offer my services. Huh. So you’re protecting her kids from her. She won’t even know what hit her. And you know what? That will teach her to speak out of turn and put her hands on my man. This time with you is important, so you have my full attention. And just so we’re clear, I’m not bailing on the clinic anytime soon. I mean, if we blow up like I expect us to, when we make our big move into activewear… Dad will need a backup plan. Oh, uh, give me a second. I need to check this. It is so kind of you to invite me, but aren’t the two of you having a rare night out? It’s a special night for us. But there’s always room for more. I’ll have to pass. But I do think tonight’s going to be lucky for someone. I look forward to touring those homes. Aw, bummer. Next time, then. It’s a date. In the meantime, Dr. McBride, be sure to cherish this queen. She’s a whole gem. Don’t I know it. I can’t believe you. It’s Joey, right? Really?

What do you want me to say?

How about nothing?

You didn’t have to play dumb.

Well, excuse me for not wanting to cozy up with a guy and his rep. Do you know what he does? Who he is? I don’t officially know anything. And are you telling me, if he came to you with a heart problem, you wouldn’t treat him? Of course not. Doctors have oaths. See? So he could be in your world just as easily as he stepped into mine. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. Have to get to the hospital. Already? What about our special evening? I got a text. Don’t wait up. Dad’s always been good with this first aid stuff. He did all right, but that’s not what he was up here for.

He was fishing for info.

So was Pop. You didn’t narc on me, did you? Are you really asking me that? When have I ever not been your ride-or-die? Don’t need to get all sus about it. Just double-checking. Yeah, I played dumb, but he wasn’t buying it. Dad knew I was capping, too. You can’t keep this up forever. They’re gonna crack the code eventually. You really think so? You remember Pop’s story about his glow-up year in politics? What does that got to do with anything? Pop was catching a lot of heat over his education reform proposals. He tried to keep it on the low. Just like you. Dad clocked Pop acting weird, always coming home late, always stressed. He connected the dots, called him out, and they tackled it as a team. First time hearing that. That’s ’cause you don’t stay woke like I do. Our dads are like true crime podcast sleuths. They don’t give up on each other, so… they def won’t when it comes to us. So you’re saying trying to keep us under wraps is basically Mission: Impossible? Yes. It’s only a matter of time before they find out that some twice-your-size jock walked up and sucker-punched you. I should have been the one to go upstairs with Tyrell.

Maybe I…

No. I love you, but you know how he gets. He was already holding so much inside and… And he would have just been clamming up more than usual.

Yeah.

Yeah. You’re probably right. And you obviously didn’t get further with Samantha than I did with Tyrell, but you were definitely the right one to talk to her. She’s always had trouble keeping things from you. That changed tonight. When did our baby girl get so clever? Uh, since day one. She kind of takes after her Pops. Busted sidewalks. If that’s the case, we need to put more pressure on City Hall. Big emphasis on the if. Popping a wheelie? Since when did our shy son become Matt Hoffman? It’s hard having your kids lie to your face, isn’t it? Uh, we both know it’s not the lie that’s the problem. It is what the lie is covering up. Don’t mind us. We can entertain ourselves just fine. “The suicidal patient was spotted “on the rooftop ledge and approached. “She identified herself as Sherry Carter “and claimed she lost her husband six months ago, “implying death. However, it turns out, he left her.” Damn it! Damn it! Kat, what’s wrong? Did either of you bring a phone charger?

I can check the car.

Never mind. We need to go home, like, now.

Nicole: Home? Yes, right now. I haven’t had the pizza yet. We can make one at the house, Dad. Let’s go.

Look…

Kat, this doesn’t make sense. We’ve had drinks. We can’t leave now.

I have to pay the bill.

Fine. Meet me there, then. ASAP.

Is the house on fire or something?

No. Then what is it? [both sigh] What’s this supposed to be? Think of it as insurance. I’m not following. These cards… they’re magic. They turn winners into losers like that. Your boy Doug’s gonna be here any minute. You tracking him or something? I don’t have to. He’s an addict. Just show ’em a little bait, and they come running every time. Now, when he shows, you make sure the dealer uses these. Got it? Yeah, I got it. [sighs] Doc! A long time no see.

Now go get that money.

I appreciate it. Oh, and thanks for the discretion earlier. It’s best if we keep this under wraps, obviously. Say less. We’re on the same page. Ah. I’m ready to run these tables like it is track practice. Maybe you should slow your roll, man. What do you mean? I just got here. Vanessa was looking for you earlier. She, uh, texted me and everything. When? About an hour ago. Nice try, Randy. I was with Vanessa an hour ago. And since when does Vanessa hit you up about me? Whoa. Hey, look, I’m just trying to look out for you. No need. Lady Luck is on my side. I’m not leaving here until I have a fat wad of cash with me. Any guesses to what that was about? I’m not sure, but I’m pretty sure that we’re gonna find out when we get home. Maybe she had a surprise for our anniversary, but we’ll see. No, that doesn’t feel quite right.

That’s not for a while.

Hmm. But can you believe that we are about to celebrate another one? When we got married, I said till death do us part, and I meant it. You are the only woman for me. You are laying it on thick. [laughs] Not that I mind. I have to say, there was a time I wouldn’t have been surprised if you had second thoughts. I was so wrapped up in wanting another child. You had every right to be. That’s how we got our baby Kat. I love Martin something fierce, but Kat, she’s allowing me and touching my heart in ways that I’m still discovering. Kat is my heart, you are my soul. How did I get the perfect family? Oh, Ted. Nicole, don’t ever leave me. You have never given me a reason to even consider it. If I could add more hours to the day, I would. You know why?

More billable hours?

No. [both chuckle] ‘Cause you’re sexy 24-7. And even more so when you’re jealous. Which means I need more time to appreciate all that sexiness. Well, I was just as jealous as you were stressed about that lawsuit. Oh… [chuckles] Well played.

Learned from the best.

Me?

You asking or telling?

I’m stating a fact. Hey. What is it now? I don’t know, I guess… I’m just embarrassed. I can’t believe that I thought… Okay, wait. No, wait. Hold on a second. Insecurity is not in your vocabulary. What’s going on? Seeing you with that woman… it just set me off. Okay, all right. Come here. Look. Look at me. I am in love with you. I fell in love with your heart, your soul, your strength, your laugh. And that fine body of yours is a bonus. Will you still think it’s fine when we’re old and gray and kids are making “yo mama” jokes about my backside? [both laugh]

You damn right I will.

Mm. And you never have to worry about another woman coming between us, Hayley. Okay? Hey. I am yours. And I’m yours. Kiss me now. Asking or telling? Look, whatever gets those lips on mine. Come here.

I love you.

Love you. Let’s get out of here. Okay. Uptown? Country club? Home. So we can de-brief and I can put you through the motions. [chuckles] [door opens and closes] Eva, you basic bitch. Where are you? [scoffs] I did what you asked. Oh, you did more than that. What’s with you trying to get him to hit the road? Yes. I have eyes and ears everywhere. The tables, the walls, even the damn ashtrays report to me. Look, Joey, I was just trying to help a friend, that’s all. By warning him? Look, man, I’ve known Doug since way back, all right? He’s good people. He’s got a wife, kids… And an addiction, which is going to pay me off. You think I care about his sob story? Couldn’t we just ease up on him a bit? Last warning, Randy. I know he’s your boy… …but he is my ticket to my next big come-up. And it better stay that way. Let’s run it back. Ty’s being bullied. That has to be it, right? It looks that way. Two gay dads… And one is a high-profile congressman. I mean, I know that we wanted him to have normal experiences, which is why we chose public school, but maybe we were being naive. And tell me how the kids are fine without one of us home full-time? Come on, we’ve been over that. Yeah, you’re right. My bad. I’m just… I’m scared for him. Yeah, me, too. And you do have a point. Right now one parent won’t cut it. They’re gonna need both of us. Right when everything is about to get crazy busy. If you actually run for president… And if you commit full-time to work at the paper… [sighs] We need to make a pact right now. Both of us will make time to be there during study hours and dinner hours. I know that’s sometimes tough for you. Yeah, but I got to make the effort. They won’t open up if we’re not here. I’m glad you agree. Poor Tyrell. He has such a beautiful soul. Kids can be so damn mean. We have to tell our dads. Guys punching you out of nowhere is not cool. No, Samantha, you have to swear. Not a word. Why not? Because there’s something you don’t know. Then you better tell me. I was changing in the locker room into my nerdy, embarrassing briefs. Not the chessboard. When I wasn’t paying attention, someone took a picture of me from my phone, sent it to Jessica, one of the prettiest girls in the school. Probably doesn’t even know I exist. Anyways, her boyfriend saw it, thought I sent it, and that’s why I got punched. Oh, Tyrell. That’s why we can’t tell our dads. It’ll become a whole big thing. Pops will throw his weight around at the principal. Or even worse, pull up on the parents. That would be bad. Can I just crawl under a rock? You know that’s not the solution. Then I have to find one, since I’m dealing with this all on my own. No, you’re not. There you are. You missed quite a show. What happened? Well, your daddy thinks that 50 stacks is enough to make us fall back on our plans. He agreed to give you money? Just like that? Honey, he practically begged me to take it. He thinks it makes up for all those years of child support he never paid. That fool. But what about our plan? Oh, well, it’s still on. This is just a bonus. And he’ll find out the hard way on his precious anniversary. Kat, are you home? Oh, I thought you two would never get home. Could you finally tell us what this is about? It’s about that walking red flag Eva.

Kat.

You don’t get it.

She was here tonight.

We know that. I just spoke to her before I went uptown.

Same.

You didn’t let me finish. You might have seen her, but after you both left, she was creeping around.

Here we go.

It’s true. She was digging in Mom’s patient files when she knew nobody else was here. And how exactly would you know that? You want the receipts? Take a look. What are we supposed to be looking at? [sighs happily] Hairdresser, one. Bougie bitch from behind the gates, zero. [chuckles] Kat really thought she had my number. But she’s not ready for the smoke.

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Oh my God! Oh, God! Alexis! Alexis! Honey, talk to me. Are you alright? Are you all right? Yeah? I’m fine. God! When I told you that I thought we needed to hire another lawyer to help with the firm, I didn’t expect it to drive you to the floor. I watched a video on how to meditate. I was trying to meditate. Oh, God. Don’t worry. It didn’t work. I don’t know how people do this. I just need to find some peace because I’m about to do something really, really hard. What could be so hard that it sends you hippie dippy to the floor on a rug that I spilled a latte on yesterday, by the way? Oh. [ Scoffs] I need to strike a truce with Ric. Or kill him trying. I hate to say it, Lucas, but from what Ric said, whatever Portia did was bad. Worse than we even thought. Brad’s blackmailing is going to be the least of her problems. Well, it’s tough to stomach the fact that Brad would blackmail our boss just to get close to me, though. And yet, I think that’s exactly what happened. Let’s talk about it more when I get to work. Yeah. See you soon. [ Romantic music plays ] Hungry? Dr. Jones, I believe you have an appointment. We do indeed, Ms. Henry. And I have been looking forward to hanging out with you. You know, when we agreed to keep seeing each other in secret, I was picturing a lot of quiet nights in your apartment. Maybe even a few nice romantic dinner dates in the back of dark restaurants. A five mile hike never even occurred to me. Well, our the hike was pretty isolated and not to mention very beautiful. Well, you were running so fast, I’m surprised you even noticed the scenery. Well, maybe it’s because I wanted to hurry up and get back here to be with you. Oh, well. [ Chuckles ] If I’d have known that, I’d have run a lot faster. Mm, really? [ Cellphone vibrates ] Thank you so much for coming with me to my checkup. It was really nice having you there. That’s what family is for. But now I have to pretend like we don’t know each other and just be your patient advocate. Okay. Have you given any more thought to adding your baby’s father’s information to your medical file? Hi, Nina. Come on in. Yeah. I’d offer you something, but I’m actually on my way out in just a minute. Oh, no. I just came over to thank you for putting me in touch with Portia. You know, ever since we talked, I am pretty confident that we are going to be able to deal with our mutual Drew problem. Oh, that’s great, but just for safety, don’t tell me another word about it, okay? Okay. Hey, where are you going that has you rushing? Um, I have to bring Avery over to Sonny’s, and I don’t want to be late. Since when do you hurry to go see a man that clearly hates you? Hi, Dr. Gannon, this is Kristina Corinthos Davis. Um, I’m just calling because I have a question for you about my father’s heart condition. Dad! Your pills. Why don’t you help him? I just need to know, worst case scenario, what could happen if he does have another episode and he doesn’t, in fact, have his meds on him? [ Knock on door ] Um, if you could just call me back, please, as soon as you can, I would really appreciate it. Thank you. Coming. Ava kept your meds from you? Come on, Sonny, she could have killed you. It’s gonna take a lot more than Ava Jerome to do that. Okay, from what you just told me, the only reason that you’re alive is Kristina was able to get you the pills. She’s not going to be around all the time. I’m going to be a lot more careful in the future. It was my fault. I let her get to me. She stressed my heart out. But you know what? My surgery is going to fix it. No. It’s all the more reason to get the surgery right now. I’m not going to lie around while my family is in danger. [ Knock on door ] Come in. Sorry to interrupt, fellas. Uh, that’s okay. What do you got? I got a lead on the man who almost burned Michael to death. Chase: Hey, what are you doing home? I thought you’d be at Deception. Oh, I, uh I had some work I needed to finish, so I’d rather do it here than at the office. Lulu better not be harassing you. No she isn’t. Actually, she quit yesterday. So why don’t you seem happier now that she’s gone? It’s not that I’m not happy. Just I’m surprised by the reason she quit. Which was? You. I’m flattered, but I also get the feeling you set that killer hiking pace to distract yourself. And I’m kind of feeling the same way right now. I wish I could say you were wrong, but Councilman Boyle approached me yesterday and he suggested that I distance myself from Laura. Why? Boyle thinks that Laura’s relationship with Sonny is compromising her integrity. And he thinks I should exploit that that by positioning myself to nudge Laura aside and slide into the mayor’s seat myself. That’s pretty shady. But he may have a point about Mayor Collins and Sonny. I know. But the thing that bugs me the most about this… is that I agree with him. The hit man who planted the incendiary device in your penthouse is named Soliski. He’s a contract killer. Ex intelligence. That explains Valentin’s connection. Yeah, so if somebody wants to hire this guy, how did they get in touch? As far as I can tell, the only way to do it is on the Dark Web. That’s one of the reasons it was so difficult to locate him. Well, how do we find this guy? I said it was difficult, I didn’t say it was impossible. It took some maneuvering, but I managed to track him down. He never stays in one place too long. But he’s in Toronto right now. Nice work, Brick. I can have the plane fueled up and be in Toronto in one hour. Sorry I didn’t call beforehand. Um, Mom said you were here. Can I come in? Yes, sure. Of course. Yeah. So, uh, what’s what’s going on? Is everything okay? It’s It’s not. I want my sister back. From the very beginning, you made it very clear that you didn’t want the father involved. But since then, it’s come out that Jason is the father. So I just wanted to touch base with you to see if you’ve reconsidered adding his info to your file. I, um, I appreciate you checking in, but, um, even if everyone knows who my baby’s father is, that doesn’t mean that I want him involved. This is so good. What did I do to deserve this? Maybe I just wanted an excuse to see you today. Well, I’m glad you found one, because this is the best chicken parm I’ve ever had. I didn’t even know they had a place in Port Charles that made it this good. They don’t. I got it from Lorenzo’s. Lorenzo’s like New Y New York Lorenzo’s? Yeah, yeah. New York, yes. How? I have my ways. I remember the first time I had this. I do, too. It was with you. We had a pretty good day in the city. It seems like forever ago. It’s not that long ago, right? How would you like to… go away for the weekend? Just the two of us. Wow. You’re full of surprises today. I just figure you can have more of this straight out of the oven. As much as you want. What do you say? Let me take you back to New York. So how have you been? Anything exciting going on? I’m seeing you. That’s pretty exciting in my book. Right back at you. So you are here to get tested for kidney disease? I’m not having a problem, but I have high blood pressure, so I decided to be proactive. Good for you. And the urine and blood tests will give us a good picture of your overall kidney health. That’s what the article I read said. And since diabetes and high blood pressure account for two thirds of kidney disease cases, there was no good reason for me to put off being tested. When it comes to taking charge of your health, there never is. I have nothing but respect for Laura. She’s a great mayor, and it probably wouldn’t bother me if it weren’t for the McConkey Esplanade. If Laura had moved the project to Sonny’s pier, she could have revitalized that whole area, and it would have been a huge blow to Sonny’s criminal enterprise. Maybe she had reasons not to go against Sonny right then. Yeah, there were a lot of reasons, but ultimately we decided that it would probably be best not to move the Esplanade to Sonny’s pier. But a mayor who wasn’t as close to Sonny might have made a stronger case for kicking a mob boss out of an area that needs to be revitalized. I’m starting to realize that Laura will never see Sonny as the civic danger that he is. Oh! [ Chuckles ] The fighting between Ric and I has gotten to be just too much for Molly. It upsets her. It’s just too much. Well, that doesn’t surprise me. I’ve seen it in action. No one can goad you into a fight quite like Ric. Right. And every time he goads me, I respond, which delights him and upsets Molly, and I can’t live with either of those things, so I’m going to suck it up and reach a truce with Ric. Then I will leave you to it. But I advise you to double down on the meditation. No, no, no, don’t go, because… I think I need someone to referee. I’m worried this thing is going to go off the rails. I accept. Thank you for asking me. Very curious as to see how this is going to play out. Do I have time to make popcorn before he gets here? [ Sighs ] So much has changed in the past two years. People I love and thought would be here forever are just gone. But you’re not. You’re still here. Yeah, but it’s not like we’re really in each other’s lives. Yeah, but does it have to be like that? Because the way we are right now, it breaks my heart. I I don’t want to just see you in a crisis. I want to be like we were before all this happened. And I just I miss Sam so much. And the idea that I’m going to go the rest of my life without her, I just I don’t want to do it without you too. But if you’re okay with the way things are, and you don’t feel like we can get back to how we were, then just Just say so. You have told me several times that handing Avery off to Sonny was the worst thing about your week, and now you’re rushing to go see him. What changed? Oh, he’s just very particular about the dates and times, that’s all. Still, he agreed to a 50 50 custody arrangement. Yeah. Yes, absolutely. And I’m grateful. And to show that I’m grateful, I like to be on time. Also, it’s good for Avery to see her parents getting along. Yeah, there’s no question about that. Yeah. And we really are trying. In fact, Sonny and I had a very illuminating conversation recently. It must have been some conversation. It was. I’m seeing Sonny with fresh eyes now. Brick: Jason’s right. If he’s going to move on Soliski, he needs to do it now. He can leave Toronto anytime. Any idea where to find him? He’s rented two properties, an apartment, and a warehouse. Odds are he’s at one of them. That’s good. I just got to figure out how to cover both locations without him getting away. Any chance Soliski was tipped off that we were after him? I was real careful when I asked, but honestly, there’s no way to be sure. We’ll take precautions. He won’t see me coming. He’s very, very careful, Jason. Almost to the point of paranoia. And even if you get the drop on him, he still will be very dangerous. Coming after me is dangerous. We could spend the weekend in Manhattan, have some nice meals, get tickets to a show if you feel like it, and just see where the streets take us. You know, when I was a teenager, I went on a similar trip with this guy I know. Really? Tell me about it. Well, I wanted to apply to art school, so this friend and I, we went down to the city to drop off my application in person. Mm hmm. But then we missed the last bus home, so we had to hang out in the city all night long. That doesn’t sound too bad. Did you have a good time? ♪ Your love… ♪ [ Camera shutter clicking ] Come on. Do it. I had the time of my life. I’ve been around ever since Lulu woke up. What did I do now that made it so she had to quit? You dropped by, had a little chat. Of course she told you that. [ Scoffs ] You know, don’t get me wrong, I was going to tell you myself, but Lulu inevitably just has to pass along information. It doesn’t matter that it’s none of her business, it doesn’t matter that you might not be ready to hear it. And it doesn’t matter that her blabbing could upend your entire life. Lulu has just got to say it! And that’s all that matters. That is her way. Well, her way needs to change. And I dropped by to tell her that. I love you for looking out for me. You know that, right? It’s the least I can do. No it isn’t. I want to protect you, too. And Lulu said that you threatened to arrest her if she didn’t let this go. Lulu wouldn’t know anything about you and Dante if she didn’t break into Martin Grey’s hotel room. Okay, but threatening her and using your badge to do it, that’s not who you are. Just because I don’t show that side of me very often, it doesn’t mean it’s not there. I will do whatever it takes to keep you and your secrets safe. So I’m going to just push back on one small thing, okay? Okay. Your baby’s father may not be involved in your lives, but you won’t be raising this baby alone. Not if we Scorpios have anything to say about it. Molly, look, there’s been plenty of times I wanted to pick up the phone and call you. And just wish things could go back to the way they used to be, but they’re just not. And I don’t I don’t know if they ever will be again. Well, maybe we can find a new normal. You, me, and Mom who might need this even more than we do. What do you have in mind? Small stuff. You know, start with Noodle Buddha and a movie? Maybe a cheesy rom com we’ve seen a million times, so it doesn’t matter if we talk through it. Okay. Or Or a legal thriller. Because nothing is more fun than watching our mother’s head explode from the legal inaccuracies. She can never let it go. She can’t. Remember that time she almost wrote a letter to that director complaining? [ Laughs ] Yes! Yes. It’s like, who cares, Mom? She does. She really does. She really does. I missed you, Molls. Even when I tried not to. I miss hearing you call me “Molls.” It feels like home. And these days, sometimes I really just want to be home with you and Mom. Yeah, me too. [ Both chuckle] Love you. [ Knock on door ] Oh! Whoever that is really knows how to kill a moment. Don’t get me wrong. Sonny has done a lot for the community, and he’s donated enormous sums of money to the hospital over the years. But his generosity doesn’t change the fact that he’s been engaged in illegal activities for years. I know, but at least he does a lot of good with his money. Yeah. And then there’s the “good guys” like Ezra Boyle and Drew Quartermaine, who ostensibly follow the law. But after two minutes with them, I come out trusting Sonny more than either one of them. Congressman Cain’s hands can’t be clean if he’s working with people like Sidwell. I know. And if I have to choose, I’m going with Laura and Sonny. But if things were different and I was running City Hall, I’d be a mayor who finally stood up to him. Thank you for tracking down Soliski. And we’re going to handle it from here. “Handling.” I assume you mean you’re going to send a team after him, right? Uh… Going up against this guy is going to be dangerous. A major operation for anyone, especially somebody who’s about to have surgery in two weeks, Sonny. I’m going to make it to that surgery, I promise. You know where to find me if you need me. All right, I’m heading to Toronto right now to track him down. You mean “we.” I’m going with you. Oh! This is the first song on the mixtape you made me. The one we listened to on our way to New York. Yes. ♪ Cause knowing me ♪ ♪ I wouldn’t know which way to go ♪ You’re not going to believe this, but I found the hotel that we stayed at during our time in New York. The place where you slept on the floor? Well, where we slept on the floor. ♪ Not as hard as it seems ♪ ♪ And maybe this is how it’s going to be ♪ ♪ So we took a walk just to talk about… ♪ I hope the carpet is as comfortable as it was back then because, uh, I booked a room for us. ♪ I forgot how to breathe ♪ [ Cellphone alarm ringing ] It’s my work alarm. My shift is about to start. This is one of those times where I wish I didn’t have the job that I have. Thank you. Anytime. Uh, hang on. You didn’t actually say whether you wanted to go to New York with me or not. You knew the answer before you even asked. And this time, neither of us will sleep on the floor. Oh, you have a wonderful time, sweetheart, and I’ll see you soon, okay? Bye, Mommy. Bye bye. Um, Pilar is in the playroom. Would you mind taking Avery to her, please? Yes. Okay. Hi. Let’s go find Pilar. I was hoping Sonny would be here when I dropped Avery off. Well, he’s not, so you can leave now. That was quite a scene the other day, wasn’t it? Sonny’s attack came on so suddenly. I mean, one minute he was raging at me and the next he was doubled over in pain. Is your father seeing a doctor for help with whatever that was? That’s really none of your business, Ava. Actually it is. If Sonny isn’t well enough to take care of our daughter, then I should. Full time. Now, you may not agree with me on that, but I’m pretty certain a judge will. Thank you for coming. Yes. Of course. I’m glad you called. Alexis, I owe you an apology. Huh? What? Well, yes, you do. Um, but you’re actually doing it? Yes. Look, we have had a long and very difficult history, you and I. And we’re always going to have significant differences between the two of us on just about everything. But I realized that baiting you into one pointless argument after another is not only unfair to you, it is unfair to our daughter. And I am truly sorry, Alexis. You’re right. Very unfair to Molly. I mean, I don’t think we’re ever going to be friends, but at least we can be two neutral parties with a common interest in our daughter, who we both love very much. If you don’t mind my asking, where is this coming from? Cody Bell. He gave me a little bit of perspective the other day at the PCPD when we were all together. Okay, uh, I accept your apology. Good. And I accept yours. I didn’t apologize. There’s still time. Well, I think we should just, uh… quit while we’re ahead. [ Chuckles ] [ Clears throat ] So we’re really doing this? Yeah. Cease fire. A veritable detente. [ Both chuckle ] You should shake on it. It’s quiet. I guess Ava’s gone. Ugh, that woman, she just She makes my blood boil. I know, I wish my dad would just stay away from her. I don’t know why they spend so much time together, but at least we have a night with Mom to look forward to. That’ll keep our minds off Ava. I just wish I never had to even think about Ava Jerome again. Now I want to make sure I get the UACR urine test. You will. You know, I see you work around the hospital, and I’m impressed, but this just puts you over the top. What are you talking about? You taking steps for preventative care like this. And having done your research. we should all be this engaged in our health care. Well, I believe when it comes to my health, knowledge is power. Well, then you, my friend, are pretty powerful. [ Laughter ] Have you and Jason discussed whether his name would be on the birth certificate? Well, we already agreed that he wouldn’t be involved, so having his name on an official record would only complicate things. Especially because it would give him legal rights to the child. Listen, you’re the mother. You get to make all the decisions here. But I would advise you to get everything settled before the baby is born. The last thing I want for you is for Jason to file a paternity test later. And insist on having his name added to the birth certificate. Jason would never do that. Oh, Sasha, there’s nothing more precious than a baby. And you don’t know that Jason won’t feel that way at some point and change his mind. Just talk to him. Make sure he’s okay with all of this. You don’t want to leave anything open for interpretation later. The last thing you should be doing is going to Toronto to chase down a professional killer. No one knows how long Soliski is going to be in Toronto. This can’t wait till after my surgery. That’s why I’m going tonight, alone. You coming along is too much of a risk. We’ve dealt with far worse than Soliski in the past. I’m going to have my medication and everything’s going to be fine. There’s too many things that can go wrong. What if you’re having an episode and you can’t get your pills? What if Soliski finds you in the middle of an episode? What if you have an attack and the pills don’t work? You know, I’m at risk for kidney disease because I have diabetes. I read that people with high blood pressure or diabetes should get tested. Right, and I took the same two tests as you. Well, good for you. There’s no reason not to be proactive. I mean, as many as 90% of people with kidney disease don’t know they have the condition because they may not have symptoms until the disease has progressed far enough to cause irreversible damage to their kidneys. Well, given my high blood pressure, past medical history, race, age, and the fact that the test was pretty simple for me, I decided to make sure all my bases were covered. Good. It takes two, both a urine test and a blood test to screen for kidney disease. And taking charge of your kidney health can help reduce the potential for serious complications down the road, and may also uncover cardiovascular risk. I’m all for that. Lulu has definitely taken this whole thing too far. I don’t even think she’s upset with me for not telling Dante as a child. I think she’s upset with Dante for not telling her that we had a past together. So Dante didn’t tell her about a teenage hookup? It doesn’t affect her, unlike the rest of us. She’s too self centered and self righteous to see that. Well, then she’s blind. Her life hasn’t changed. She doesn’t have to see the father of her child every day, or sit next to him at work, or consider him his best friend. And her going on about it like this is just rubbing it in. Chase. I can’t imagine how hard this is for you. I would do anything to change it. I know. Look, it’s not your fault. It’s not even a fault thing. You had a baby with my best friend, and knowing that is something I just have to get used to. I just never expected it. How could you? I never expected the hard things to happen in my life. Or the good like you, I I never, ever expected to meet someone like you. You never expected to meet someone like you either. Well, is it good that you did? Hey, Mom. Oh, Dad. What are you doing here? Uh, your mother and I just had a very long, overdue conversation. I’ll let her fill you in. Dinner this week? Sure. Great. Diane. Diane: Richard. Alexis. Mm hmm. Always a pleasure. Bye. Oh my gosh. Oh, that was so much more than I could have even hoped for. I’m thoroughly exhausted. Thank you for inviting me. I will let the two of you catch up. And I will see you later. Oh, yeah. Okay, did Dad come here to pick a fight? No, I invited him here because what you said to me at the PCPD really hit home, and I was going to call a truce. But he did it before I had the chance. You’re kidding. Is he dying? I don’t think so. Hmm. Anyway, Cody spoke to him, and whatever he said got to Ric. Wow. If anybody was going to talk sense to Dad, I wouldn’t have put my money on Cody. Well, it doesn’t happen often, but today, your father was the bigger person. And for your sake, I was happy to accept the olive branch. I would never try and steal Laura’s job. Never. But if I had my choice, I would stay as far away from Sonny Corinthos as possible. [ Knock on door ] Oh. Hold that thought. Brick, I didn’t know you were back in town. Happened to be here on business. Wanted to see if you were free for dinner. Isaiah: Nice to see you. Hello again. Um… I’m sorry, Brick, but I have plans tonight. I can see that. I know you’re worried about me, but this bastard Soliski is a real reason why my son is in a burn clinic in Germany, in unbelievable pain. Now it’s going to stress me out if I don’t go, not knowing what’s going to happen. I’d rather go with you and get, you know, make sure the job’s done. Sonny. I’m just not I’m just not sure about this. Yeah, okay. But you know what? Maybe taking down Soliski will be a stress reliever. As much as we both want him to suffer, he’s just a middleman. Somebody hired him to take you out. We need to know who hired him. Yeah, we need to know the name of our real enemy. Looks like you two are a couple now. Good for you. I’ll leave you all to enjoy your evening. Brick, wait. I need you to do me a favor. Please don’t tell anyone that you know Isaiah and I are dating. Is that a request coming from you or from your new boyfriend? If it were up to me, the whole world would know that I was seeing Jordan. She has her reasons for keeping our relationship a secret, and I promised her I’d honor them. For Jordan’s sake, I’ll do the same. Thank you, Brick. Oh, by the way, I heard some very questionable things about your family. For your sake, I hope you’re in no part of that. Good night. Good night. So what was that about? Oh. I guess he looked into me. You didn’t ask him to, did you? No. If there’s anything I want to know about you, I trust you to tell me yourself. All right. Meeting you is the best thing that ever happened to me. You are a remarkable man. My remarkable man. But, Chase, you got to promise me something. Whatever Lulu or anyone else does, you will not compromise your remarkable self or your values, okay? I won’t. You know, most of the time I feel like I got my arms wrapped around this thing. But something will happen, and it sets me off, and I have to regroup. Maybe if I wrap my arms around you, we could regroup together. It couldn’t hurt. We got this. You deserve some credit here too, Mom. Despite all the reasons Dad has given you over the years not to accept his offer of a truce, you did. I hope you know how much that means to me. You know, it was a lot easier than I thought it would be because I was doing it for you. I love you, honey. I love you, too. So I’m always happy to see you, but is there a particular reason for this visit? Actually there is. I went to see Kristina. And? We talked. Like, really talked for the first time in a long time. And we’re gonna take things slow, but Kristina and I both really want to try to get back to how things used to be. We even talked about doing a Davis girls night, order food, and watch a movie. I was hoping you would come too. Mm. I wouldn’t miss it for the world. Hi. Hi. Is that your car parked in my spot? Oh, yeah. Um, all of the, uh, visitor spots were taken up with construction equipment. Mm. So park on the street. Well, I just got my car washed. And you don’t care that I had to park on the street. You know what? I’m in too good a mood to fight. I just had the most unbelievable conversation with Alexis. Oh, how bad was it this time? Oh, no, no. Quite the opposite. The last thing I expected happened. Alexis and I made peace. It’s a whole new era for me and the Davis clan. [ Chuckles ] [ Pound on door ] Kristina: Ava! Ava, open the damn door! Ava, we are gonna finish this once and for all! Hi, Jason. I am just leaving my check up. Everything’s good, but there is something we need to take care of. [ Cellphone chimes ] Everything okay? Yeah. I’m sure it’s going to be fine. Are you sure I can’t change your mind? The only way we’re going to find out who’s trying to kill me is through Soliski. And since he didn’t do it last time… …the contract is still out. I’m not going to let him or anyone else come after my family again.

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[gentle music]


Holly, hey. I was just– what-

what happened? Is your grandmother mad that you asked if I could crash here?

No, we didn’t get that far. Turns out Julie did tell her that you stole the necklace.

Oh, no.

Yeah, but that’s not all. Guess Melinda Trask wasn’t the one who told Julie.

Well, who else could it have been? Was it Leo?

No, it was Tate. My freaking boyfriend ratted you out. [soft dramatic music] [line trilling]

Pick up. Pick up, cuz. Come on. Come on. Crap. Voicemail. Johnny, hey, it’s Tate. I-

I’m so sorry that Mrs. Choi saw the article about your dad and decided to call off the adoption. There has to be some way that we can fix this, so call me back. [knocking] Thanks, man. [phone beeps]


JJ. What brings you by?

Official police business.


[tense music]

No. Not sometime today. I want it live on the Gabi Chic website at noon. I got to go. Did you need something? I’m kind of busy here.

Have you read the hit piece on the DiMeras in “The Spectator?”

Yeah, I did. And, you know, that creep Leo Stark actually did something good for a change.

You might want to curb your enthusiasm.

Why? You know, EJ might not be going to prison for what he did to my brother, but he’ll never be able to show his face in public again.

Did you read the entire article?

I skimmed it. Why?

EJ is not the only DiMera that Mr. Stark exposed. He also took down Kristen.

Great.

Great? Our CEO is painted like some psychotic criminal.

I-

It’s already public knowledge, so…

Still, it’s in writing now, which makes it all the more damning. And it means that all of DiMera Enterprises and its subsidiaries are ripe for the picking, including Gabi Chic.


Way to go, Leo Stark. Have you seen this article about the DiMeras? Bro, it’s awesome. Kristen got decimated on the front page. Ah, I’m emailing this to Wei Shin right now. If he had any doubts about backing our hostile takeover of DiMera, they will be gone after he reads about his CEO being a criminal mastermind.


Why aren’t you excited about this?

I have more important things on my mind.

Like what?

Like the secret you and Stephanie Johnson have been keeping.


Sarah, what are you doing?

We need to talk.

OK, um, but maybe later because Alex–

No, no, no, no. It can’t wait. We have a massive problem.

What kind of problem?


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


Alex, I didn’t know you were here.

That’s what I was trying to tell you.

Well, Steph and I are pretty much inseparable these days, huh?

Mm-hmm.

Anyway, what’s going on with this problem? Maybe I can help you solve it. [soft dramatic music]


Xander, I can explain.

Don’t bother. I already know everything.

How did you find out?

I overheard you and Stephanie talking in the Square yesterday before you realized I was there.

So stupid.

Stupid? It’s reprehensible. What the hell is wrong with you, Philip? How can you do this to your own family?

Look, you need to understand.

Oh, I understand perfectly. You and Stephanie have been sleeping together behind Alex’s back. [tense music]


Doug, I’m so sorry.

You have nothing to be sorry about.

Still, I feel bad for everything you’re going through. For God’s sake, Julie threw you out of the house last night. You literally slept on a park bench in the pouring rain.

And that’s all on me. I’m the one who broke Julie’s trust. I’m the one that stole from her.

Still, Tate had no business going and telling Julie. What? Tattling on you like a two-year-old? Who does that?

I hate seeing you so upset because of me.

No, I’m upset because my selfish jerk of a boyfriend couldn’t keep his big, fat mouth shut. [soft dramatic music] [sighs]


So what’s this about?

It’s about my great-grandma Alice’s necklace. Julie said you told her Doug Williams is the one who stole it.

Julie went to the police?

Yeah. It’s a diamond necklace, Tate. It’s worth a lot of money. But to my cousin, it’s about sentimental value, about keeping it in the family.

Right. I mean, I know Julie wants the necklace back, but I don’t know what that has to do with me.

You’re part of the investigation now, so I’m gonna need you to make an official statement.

Wait, will Doug be arrested for this?

That depends on whether Julie decides to press charges. I mean, she’s devastated by what he did. Threw him out of her house.

So where is he?

I don’t know, but I intend to find out. Look, I gotta get going. I just wanted to give you a heads-up about the statement. I’ll be in touch soon to schedule you a time to come down to the station. I’ll see myself out.


Oh, no. This is not good.


You really think there’ll be a blowback on DiMera because of Leo’s article?

Hello? I just told you I spent all morning on the phone with people who couldn’t cut ties with us fast enough.

What people?

Vendors, suppliers, you name it. They all want to nullify their contracts.

Oh, my God.

PR is doing crisis management as we speak, but our stocks have taken a nosedive. The entire damn company is in a free fall.

Well, you’re general counsel. Can’t you sue somebody?

No, right now, I am in triage mode. I’m making sure that DiMera’s division heads are all on the same page.

What does that mean?

That means if a reporter reaches out, you tell them, “No comment.” You got it?

I was so busy celebrating EJ’s downfall, I didn’t even consider what this could do to the company. I just got Gabi Chic back. I don’t want to lose it all over again because the DiMera siblings are a bunch of amoral losers.

Careful, girlfriend. One of those amoral losers still signs our paychecks. [knocking] Ugh.

Bad time?

JJ, thank God you’re here.

And that would be my cue.

Oh, Melinda, wait. I actually came to see you. [tense music]

Holly, I’m the one who told Tate, remember? He only knows about the necklace because of me.

Still, that didn’t give him a right to go blabbing to Julie.

Well, I could have told her myself last night at the Bistro, but I panicked, and I didn’t say a word.

Yeah, of course, you didn’t. If you did, JJ probably would have arrested you. But only afterwards you decide to, but Tate beat you to it because, like I said, selfish jerk.

You haven’t spoken to Tate directly, so you don’t know the whole story.

The story is he wanted to punish you.

Or protect you. You know, maybe he did it because he was worried that I’d drag you down with me.

Don’t-

don’t do that. Do not make excuses for him. Look, I didn’t get it cleared with my grandma, but I’m sure it’s fine you stay here until you figure out your next move, OK?

Thank you, Holly. I really appreciate that.

Of course.

I mean, what kind of friend would I be if I let you sleep in the park again? [soft dramatic music]

Well, uh, I should probably go get dressed and go look for a job, because I’m definitely gonna need one.

Right, oh, also your clothes should be dry by now. I told one of the housekeepers to just put them outside once they’re done. I didn’t want anyone to see you.

I’ll make sure to, uh, sneak out and not get caught.

Cool. I’ll– I’ll see you here in a bit.

Where are you going?

Oh, I’m going to get the full story.


Ladies, don’t keep me in suspense. What’s the problem?

It’s the hospital fundraiser. Uh, Kayla was supposed to come over and help Steph with the planning, but, um, she got called into surgery.

Well, I’d be happy to help.

Right. Yeah. Well, I actually have the morning free, so I was coming over to offer my services, if-

if that’s– if that’s OK with you.

Oh, yes. That would be great.

I’ll stick around too.

Oh, it is so nice of you to offer, but I think– I think we’re good. And don’t you have to get to the office?

Uh, the house, actually. Xander and Philip are working from there today. So, yeah, if you guys aren’t gonna need me, I guess I’ll take off. Bye.

Bye.

Sarah, take it easy.

Bye, Alex. [laughs] My God, that was close.

Good save with the fundraiser story. So what’s the real problem?

Xander.

What about him?

He-

he thinks that you and Philip are having an affair. [tense music]

You think Stephanie and I are sleeping together?

I know you are. I heard Stephanie say that Alex would feel totally betrayed if he found out your secret.

Right.

Far be it for me to get involved in anyone’s personal life, but Alex is our cousin, not to mention our employee.

Look, Xander–

Sarah told me to stay out of it, but–

You talked to Sarah about this?

Of course, I did. She’s my wife. I needed her help to figure out what to do with the information.

And, uh, what did you decide?

Look, I understand that you and Stephanie may have unfinished business, but she’s with Alex now. And the three of us are in the middle of a very complicated takeover attempt.

I know.

Then start acting like it, because the last thing I need is you two coming to blows because you’re in love with the same woman.


[relaxed music]

Hi. Do you work at the Bistro?

Uh, yeah. Can I help you?

I hope so. I called in earlier about the assistant manager position that was posted online. They told me to stop by and talk with someone named Ava Vitali.

Oh. Well, I don’t think she’s in yet, but if you give me your name and number, I could have her get back to you.

That would be great. Thanks.


Here you go.


You’re Doug Williams.

[chuckles] I get that a lot, yeah. I was named after my grandfather, and they loved him around here.

That’s not how I know your name.

Oh, I’m sorry. Have we-

have we met before?

No, but I have heard about you. And I’m pretty sure you’ve heard about me too. I’m Sophia Choi, and this is Tate Black’s baby. [soft dramatic music]


Holly, hey, I was just about to leave for school.

Yeah, well, school can wait.

OK, what-

what’s going on?

You want to tell me why you did it? Why the hell you told Julie that Doug stole her necklace?


You’re here to see Melinda?

Look, if this is about the necklace, I said everything I have to say about it down at the station last night.

Well, I have some new information I thought you’d want to hear.

I’m listening.

Doug Williams admitted to Julie that he did steal the necklace.

Are you sure about this?

Another party corroborated his confession.

Oh, let me guess. The other party is his mouthy little sidekick, Holly Jonas.

Wait, are you saying that Holly knew Doug stole it and didn’t tell anyone?

Oops. Guess it wasn’t her. Anyway, I have a lot of fires to put out, so I’m gonna–

I’m gonna need you to hand over that necklace immediately, Ms. Trask.

I’m afraid I can’t do that, Detective Deveraux.


Xander thinks what?

He overheard you and Philip talking in the Square about a secret that would devastate Alex.

I knew it. I knew he overheard more than he let on.

And I’m assuming that the secret that you were discussing was that Philip forged Victor’s letter.

Of course.

Right. Well, Xander completely misread the situation.

And he thinks that I’m having an affair with Philip?

And I told him to keep his suspicions to himself, but I don’t think he’s going to.

Oh, my God. This is a nightmare.

Well, it’s not as bad as it could be, considering the alternative.

You can’t be serious. You think it’s a good thing that your husband thinks that I’m cheating on Alex with his cousin?

No, I-

I’m not saying that. But to be honest, it is better than Xander finding out the truth.

Better for who, exactly? Look, Sarah, I know that you don’t want Xander to find out that Philip conned him out of half his birthright.

And that I’ve been keeping it a secret the entire time? No, I sure don’t.

But, Sarah, you and Xander, you have made it through far worse than this. Your marriage will survive. But if Xander tells Alex that I’m cheating on him with Philip behind his back, my relationship is over. [tense music]

Look, Xander, I know this looks bad, but–

But what? I’ve got it all wrong?

Yes. I swear, the secret you heard us talking about is not what you think.

So let me get this straight. You are not having sex with Stephanie Johnson?


I’ve heard a lot about you from Tate.

Nothing good, I bet.

You mean like how you stole a grieving woman’s necklace?

Of course, he told you about that. Did he also tell you that he ratted me out to the grieving woman?

You know?

So does Holly. She’s confronting Tate as we speak.

Holly, I did this for you. I was afraid that you would get arrested, and it would mess up your whole future.

That is such bull. You did this to hurt Doug. You just wanted to stick it to him ever since you found out we were friends.

OK. He is not your friend. He is using you.

Uh, yeah, well, he’s been there for me plenty of times you haven’t.

Wow. You know, remind me again. Why exactly did he steal that necklace in the first place?

You know why. He owed money.

Oh, OK. To who? For what?

What difference does it make?

See, you don’t even know what he’s mixed up in. You don’t even know what he’s getting you mixed up in. It could be gambling, Holly. Could be drugs, weapons.

OK, dramatic much? And, FYI, Doug paid off his debt, so it’s over.

How? He doesn’t even have a job. [dramatic music] No. Holly. You gave him the money? Are you serious? God, this is exactly what I’m talking about. Wake up. This guy’s gonna ruin your life.

This isn’t about me, OK? This is about you ratting out Doug because you were jealous.

No, no, that is not true.

Yes, you were upset that I went to go meet up with him, so you picked up your damn phone, and you called Julie.

OK. I called Julie because I was worried about you, that you were gonna get in trouble.

No, this goes all the way back to New Year’s Eve. You just-

you hated the fact that Doug and I watched the ball drop together.

You’re right, OK? You’re right. My concern with you hanging out with him does go back that far. You know, the first time I met him, he had stitches over his eye. Do you remember? He claimed it was from some dumb accident, which was a total lie. He clearly got roughed up by somebody.

So what?

So how is that not a huge red flag to you? How does that not tell you to stay the hell away from this guy? Like, he was hiding something very clearly, something bad.

Oh, wow, like how you hid something bad from me?

OK, Holly, that’s not even a–

Tate, stop. You are such a hypocrite. You know that? You’re up on your high horse trashing Doug for not being honest when you stood here with me last night, knowing you’d already told Julie. I mean, let’s talk about honesty. Were you honest with me then, Tate? Did you tell me what you did?

I’m sorry about that.

You know what? If you had just given Doug a chance to explain, Julie might have forgiven him.

She still could.

No, Tate. No, she can’t. Because thanks to you, Doug’s relationship with Julie is now over.


You’re an attorney, Ms. Trask. I am sure I don’t have to tell you the consequences of refusing to hand over stolen goods you’re in possession of.

Well, that’s just it, Detective. I am no longer in possession of that necklace.

What do you mean? What happened to it?


My love life has been one train wreck after another. I am finally in a relationship that is working. Alex and I are really happy. But it’ll be over in a heartbeat if he thinks that I am cheating on him with my ex.

I doubt it’ll come to that.

You just said that you’re worried that Xander is going to tell him. What am I supposed to do if he does?


Well, um, you could just let Alex believe it.

[gasps softly]


What’d you just say?

Alex, I didn’t hear you come in.

Obviously. [tense music] You sleeping with Stephanie?


Alex, I–

Is he?


Somebody better say something. Now.


Alex, I’m so sorry, but yeah, it’s-

it’s true. I heard Stephanie and Philip talking yesterday about keeping it a secret from you.


You son of a bitch.


Let him go.

Get off me. Get off. Get off. Get off of me. I’ll kill that lying piece of– I swear to God.

Enough! This is exactly what I was afraid of. You two cannot be at odds right now, not with everything we have planned for DiMera.

Screw that. I’m out. [tense music]


Really? You had to tell him?

Alex is family. You think I was just gonna lie to his face? This ends now, Philip. Whatever you have going on with Stephanie is over.

Understood.

I mean it. We are this close to the finish line, to finally proving that we are worthy of carrying on the Kiriakis legacy. I’m not gonna watch it fall apart because you can’t keep it in your pants. Are we clear?

Don’t worry, brother. From now on, I won’t go anywhere near Stephanie.


You want me to let my boyfriend think I’m cheating on him?

What else are we supposed to do?

I don’t know. Tell Xander the truth.

Well, obviously, I’ve considered that.

Have you?

Yes. Yes. Oh, my God, yes. Every time I am with him, I think about it. I hate lying to him and my mom. I hate this entire situation. But the lie is working the way that we hoped it would.

But this is a new lie. This is a different lie. And unlike the one about the fake letter, this one directly involves Alex.

Yes, but–

And me.

You have to look at the bigger picture of things, Steph. Like, we wanted to prevent World War III. We have. Xander and Philip are starting to act like real brothers. They’re-

they’re living in the same house. They are keeping each other in check at Titan.

Where Alex is working again. If he thinks that I’m cheating on him with Philip, he is obviously going to quit, and then he’s going to break up with me. You have to look at what you’re asking me, Sarah. You want me to hurt Alex, to destroy what we have when this whole forgery letter doesn’t even have anything to do with me. It only became my problem when I happened to overhear Philip talking about it. And it became your problem when you chose not to be honest with your husband.

Because I didn’t want Xander to murder his brother. And as I recall, neither did you.

I deferred to your wishes then, but I will not do that now. You need to be honest with Xander.

Even if I wanted to, I can’t. It’s too late. The lie has gone on for too long.

Well, there is no way I am letting Alex think that I am cheating on him with Philip.

Fine. Don’t. Just tell him that you guys hooked up a couple of times and that it’s over and beg for his forgiveness.

Why the hell would I do that?

Because I am begging you, Steph, actually. I know-

I know that it is a big ask, but please, Steph, Xander and I have fought so hard to find our way back to each other. If he finds out that I knew about Philip’s forgery and I kept quiet, there is no question that I will lose him forever.


Well, I finally realized that that necklace was more trouble than it was worth.

What did you do with it?

I sold it.

You what?

Mm-hmm.

Why would you do that? You knew that necklace belonged to my family.

And you knew that Julie wanted it back.

Who’d you sell it to?

I’d rather not say.

You’d better say, damn it.

Or what, Detective? We’ve already established that you have no cause to arrest me, so I believe that this little conversation is over. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have an international conglomerate to save.


Holly went to talk to Tate?

More like rip him a new one.

So Holly’s mad at Tate because he told Mrs. Williams that you stole the necklace?

I think it’s more that he didn’t give me the chance to tell her myself.

Well, that necklace has been missing for months, so you’ve had plenty of time to come clean.

I shouldn’t get into this with you. Thank you for offering to give your boss my phone number.

You know, this could end up working out really well for you.

How do you figure?

Well, Holly was already annoyed with Tate for being so jealous of how close the two of you have gotten. And now Tate narcs on you? I mean, Holly must just be beyond pissed now, which could give you an opening.

From what I’ve heard, you’re the one looking for an opening.

Excuse me?

Forget it. I should go.

No, no, I want to know what you meant by that. And don’t worry. I’ll still give your info to Ava. But I was just curious about what a jobless thief thinks he knows about my life.


OK, well, I heard that you and Tate had a run at it, but then he dumped you in a hot minute and went back to get together with Holly.

Incorrect. I broke up with him.

Oh, right, after he called you her name in bed. And even that wasn’t enough to kill your feelings for him.

You don’t know what you’re talking about.

No? I clocked the look on your face when I told you that Holly went to go chew out Tate. You loved hearing that, didn’t you, Sophia? You think that Holly is gonna break up with Tate over this, and then Tate’s just gonna come running back to you. Tate might be playing naive, might not know what’s going on, but I do.

Yeah, genius? What’s that?

You’re playing the long game, just biding your time until you can have your baby daddy all to yourself.


Doug’s relationship with Julie is over because of me? Holly, I’m not the one that stole her necklace.

God, for the millionth time, Doug made a mistake, one that he deeply regrets, and he was trying to make it right, but you took away his chance.

OK. How was I supposed to know that he was gonna grow a conscience and tell Julie himself?

What does that matter? It wasn’t your truth to tell, Tate.

OK, look, if it’s any consolation, I kept your name out of it. The police have no idea that you knew that Doug was the thief.

You talked to the cops?

JJ came by earlier, and Julie told him that I was the one that told her about Doug, and so, yes, he told me that I have to go down to the station to make an official statement.

I can’t believe you.

Holly, what was I supposed to do, lie to JJ? He’s a detective.

I told you what you should have done, Tate.


Holly, look, I– I understand that you are angry. I get it. But I did what I thought was right, and I hope one day you’ll understand that.

Yeah, well, I hope you understand this. You and me, we’re done.


Please, Steph. If Xander finds out the truth, God only knows what he will do to Philip. And-

and like I said, him knowing that I kept this from him for so long, I’m– I will lose him. If you won’t do it for me, then please just do it for our daughter.


Hey, babe. What are you doing back so soon?

You know what? I-

I’ve gotta go, you guys. So I’ll see you later.


How did you get out of working today? Don’t tell me your cousins let you play hooky. [chuckles nervously]


I’m more interested in what one of my cousins is letting you play with.


What do you mean?


Look me in my eye and tell me you are not sleeping with Philip.


You’re wrong.

So you don’t want Tate all to yourself?

There may have been a time when I tried to come between him and Holly, but not anymore. Now all I want is for Tate to be happy.

Good, then we’re on the same page, because I want the same for Holly.

Even if that means she works things out with Tate?

Even if that means she works things out with Tate.

You’re breaking up with me over Doug?

No, I’m breaking up with you because you’ve deliberately hurt my friend.

Holly, your friend stole from his own family. Like, somehow I’m the bad guy because I told the truth?

You know what? This-

this isn’t just about you telling Julie.

Then what is it about?

Everything, OK? It’s about your jealousy. It’s about Sophia. It’s about this baby you can’t get rid of. [somber music]


Tate, I’m-

I’m sorry. I didn’t mean that last part.

Yeah, you did.

No, I didn’t. I’m just frustrated. And I’m-

I’m overwhelmed, OK?

Oh, you are overwhelmed?

This is all coming out wrong. I just-

I think it’s– I don’t know. It feels like ever since we got back together, it’s been nothing but drama. And everything just– it feels so out of control lately, and when you love someone, it’s not supposed to be like this. And I do love you, Tate. I do, but I just can’t help but think–

What? You can’t help think what?

That maybe our moms were right all along. Or Leo Stark was.

Leo Stark? What are you talking about?

Back at Christmastime, Leo told me not to get caught up in the bliss of a new relationship because something unexpected could happen, and it’d all be over. Next thing I knew, Sophia was pregnant.

Holly, yes, OK, but I– I committed to you.

I know, Tate. But when these huge obstacles keep happening again and again, at some point, you have to just face the facts that maybe the universe is telling us something.

What? What is the universe telling us?

I just think– I just think maybe we actually aren’t meant to be together.


I’m sorry about Melinda.

Don’t worry about it.

Oh, JJ, I hate that she’s doing this to you, stonewalling you like that.

She’ll talk.

She just said she’s not giving up her buyer.

I don’t give a damn what she said. Trask is going to tell me what she did with that necklace, whether she likes it or not. [soft dramatic music]


Hey.

Oh, hey. Where are you coming from?

Stephanie’s place. You wouldn’t happen to know why Alex showed up looking like he had just punched someone in the face, would you?

Well, it was more choking than punching.

I’m sorry. What?

I did it, Sarah. I-

I told Alex about Philip and Stephanie.

Answer me, Steph. Are you sleeping with Philip? Is that the secret Xander overheard the two of you talking about?

Just tell him that you guys hooked up a couple of times, and that it’s over and beg for his forgiveness. [tense music]


Philip and I have been keeping a secret, Alex…

[exhales sharply]

But it’s not what you think.

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[somber music plays]

Brooke: ‘Cause our love is still there, Ridge, and I just don’t wanna live one more moment without you. TAYLOR: Ridge and I have recommitted to each other… in every way.

Brooke: Just come back to me where you belong. Need you to come home. [door slams] How could you do this to me? My own mother! Okay, wait. Wait a minute. So all of this happened today? Yep, it’s official. Carter tore up the LLC papers, handed the company back to Eric, Ridge, and Steffy. -Wait–but Hope is out? -Yeah. Apparently, Steffy tore into her. It was ugly. Canceled her line. Cancel–but wait, Carter’s staying on? And Brooke. Which, I can only imagine, Hope has gotta see as a huge betrayal. Just don’t know what this is gonna do to their relationship. -[both giggling] –

Steffy:  We did it! Even better–we got the company back and Dad stood up to Brooke. He made his love and commitment for you known to everyone– this is just incredible! Well, felt good hearing him say it. Gosh, everything’s the way it should be. The company’s back. You and Dad are back together. [laughing] It’s a wonderful day for the Forresters! It is! I’m so excited! -Mom, dad chose you. -Ohh. Our family over Brooke. He finally sees what’s been -standing right in front of him. -Hmm. I can never love anyone the way I love your father. He’s…my heart.

Steffy:  Well, your heart was broken. -But now it’s been mended. -Oh, it’s better than mended. -It’s stronger than ever. -Mm-hmm. And it’s full of love. [giggling] Well, I have to believe that Brooke and Hope will work things out because you know what? Logan women stick together. [chuckles] Logan women. Mom’s birthday’s coming up. Yeah. I haven’t forgotten. Gosh, I wonder what she’d think of all this. She’s been gone for so long, and it’s-it’s crazy, though. Sometimes it just– it still hits me. Like I’ll be driving in my car and a song’ll come on and I’ll just totally lose it. Yeah. I know. Couldn’t have been easy, right? I mean, single mom, but… somehow she kept us all together. Yeah. She was so strong. Taught us how to be strong, too, right? Yes, she did. And Brooke and Hope are gonna pull on that, that Logan strength–I know it. They’re gonna have to. They may need it now more than ever. How could I do this to you? [exhales] You’re right, Hope. I never should have done what I did. I lost the love of my life because of it. All that I ever tried to do was to stand up for what was right, what was fair, to defend our family name. I never wanted you to take over the company! We were going to lead Forrester Creations into the future and it was working– we were changing the culture. It was a success, and we made you CEO because we thought you were on board with us! I did it for Ridge! I took the CEO position to get the company back for Ridge! [dramatic music plays] [upbeat music plays] Whoo! Come on, sticky! Whoo. Justice has been served. Forresters are finally back in control of the company again. Mmm. Mmm! And Hope… she got hers. She thought that Carter was gonna leave with her, but he didn’t. I’m really hoping it’s the end of their relationship. It’s safe to say it probably will be. Yeah. Yeah, the end of Hope and Carter and… more importantly, the end of Dad and Brooke. To you and Dad. Finally back together again. Forever. So… you only took the CEO position so you could get the company back for Ridge, for the Forresters? You were never on my side? They didn’t deserve to lose their life’s work, their legacy, Hope. Did I deserve to be humiliated, to be called all of those vile names? That is not what we’re talking about here. What we’re talking about is you choosing them over me! No, I didn’t do that. I would never do that. I just wanted to get the company back for Ridge. [laughs] So you sell out your own daughter to do so. Please, Mom, you cannot defend that to me! You can’t defend what you did either. -[tearful laughing] -Ridge left me because of it, Hope. I’ve lost him! That is all that matters to you, isn’t it? -Oh! -Just Ridge. That’s the only thing that matters. Not that your daughter has lost her career, her love, her family. Not that the changes that we were implementing were working! The fragrance launch, the jewelry line– they were a success, Hope for the Future was on a rebound. We’re launching a new collection. None of that matters because you lost your Ridge. God, Mom, why– why are you never there when I actually need your support? I mean, for once, I just– I just… wanted you to pick me! You know that I’ve been there. I’ve been supporting you, Hope. My God, you’re my daughter. I love you. Just not as much as you love Ridge! That’s it! God, Mom, how many times have I picked you up off the ground after he left you, and you continue to demean yourself for that man! You gave him everything he wanted and betrayed your own daughter to do it. So where is he, Mom, huh? Where’s Ridge? Ridge! Oh, that’s right. He’s with Taylor. How many times are you going to allow that man to make a fool of you? Don’t you dare talk to your mother like that. I am not going to let you berate my sister. She did what she thought was right. Wait, so you– you knew? You knew why she accepted the CEO position? [gasps] The two people I’m supposed to trust most. My own family… made a fool of me. Well, I really have lost everything, haven’t I? Even my own mother. [heavy music plays] What? Ah, it’s root beer floats… just like what your grandmother would give you when you had something to celebrate. Well, I figured since we got the company back from the Logans, it made sense. Mmm. You remind me so much of her– strong, smart, -a force to be reckoned with. -[both chuckle] I’m so proud of you. Your grandmother would be too. I hope so. Grandmother had such great advice. And still, when I’m unsure of what to do, I just…I imagine what she would say to me. She loved you so much. Her namesake. Well, I am determined to live up to her legacy. And she warned me to be wary of the Logans, and, boy, did I listen. I took what she said to heart. But it finally happened, Mom. We won. The battle is over. Hope is out of the company, and Dad made it clear that he wants a life with you, he wants a future with you. I have a hard time believing it’s…real. It’s been such a struggle all these years. And now we’re together. We’re solid. Just makes me feel… giddy–I mean, that’s the only word I can use to describe it. Like when he walks in the room, I feel like my heart’s gonna jump out of my chest. I’m like some lovesick schoolgirl. I know it’s totally ridiculous, but I don’t care because I’m so happy, I’m so in love. I promise I won’t start singing. -[laughs] -And if you tell anybody I just said that, I’ll tell them it’s the sugar talking. Don’t worry. Anything shared over a sacred root beer float stays in this room. There’s no one I can trust. Hope, please listen to me. We’re Logan women. Katie, I don’t wanna hear about the Logan women and how we’re supposed to support and protect each other when, clearly, that is a lie, and besides, I’m not even really a Logan, am I? What are you talking about? I only have this last name because Mom was too ashamed to give me my father’s name– isn’t that right, Mom? -Your little mistake? -Okay, stop, stop, because you are saying things that you’re gonna regret, things you can’t take back. Your mother has always been there for you. She wasn’t there for me today when I needed her the most. No, she was standing up there with my supposed love and champion Carter as Steffy humiliated me yet again. Disrespected me, all my years of hard work, our family name… and did she walk out with me in solidarity? No! No. It was just empty words of protest and never action. She would rather watch Steffy win at my expense than be there for her own daughter. All because you wanna try to get back Ridge. Isn’t that right, Mom? [tearful laughing] You abandoned me when I needed you the most! [crying] I just needed you to pick me once. And instead, you just–you just want your precious destiny. You want your Ridge back, right, Mom? Well, did you beg this time? Did you cry? Did you grovel at his feet? I hope it was worth it! You’ll never understand what Ridge and I have. Had. He doesn’t want you anymore. When are you going to get that? You would rather betray your own daughter and be with a man that drops you at the slightest inconvenience. -How is that love? -KATIE: Okay, stop. Your mother doesn’t deserve this, Hope. Come on!

Brooke: Yes, I told him that I want him… and I told him that I love him and that I want him back, I want him in my life, and he wouldn’t listen to me. He’s gonna stay with Taylor. And you know what? Steffy could have done things a different way. She was wrong. But you were wrong too, Hope. You never should have taken over the company with Carter. And until you take responsibility for your actions, I have no sympathy for you whatsoever. And I’m not gonna be spoken to like that. You are not going to attack me in my house. Do you understand that? Not in my home! So what are you saying, Mom? Are you kicking me out? [tense music plays] [giggling, shrieking] Oh, my God, I haven’t danced like that in so long. It’s so good! It’s so good. I have to tell you, like when I am by myself sometimes, I just like blast the music and I dance. It feels so good for my body. -I feel like it heals me. -Hmm. I remember when you were pregnant with Hayes. The doctor said you were gonna dance that baby out. Mm-hmm, and I have to admit, my kids have amazing rhythm. They are so lucky to have a mom like you. Well, I learned from the best. Mmm. Thank you for saying that. I know it hasn’t always been easy. There were times I couldn’t be here for you. Mom. I never doubted your love for me. I know I could always count on you. My sweet girl. I love you so much. You’re such a gift to me. I know. Well, I’m-I’m really, really happy for you, Mom. You deserve all the happiness in the world. -Mmm. Come here. -I love you. [upbeat song plays] Oh! I love this song. Oh, yeah. -Little old school. -Old school? -Who you calling old? -I’m not–certainly not you! Come on, let’s dance. -Okay. -Go for it. Show me what you got. Okay. Okay. Okay! Okay! Yes, girl! Yes, girl! I’m no longer welcome in your home. Is that what you’re saying? Hope, please. I’m sure that’s not what your mother means. That is exactly what she means. I mean, she’s probably jumping at the chance to run and tell Ridge that she got rid of me just so she can try to get him back, right, Mom? I told Ridge to leave here because of you. -Don’t you remember that? -And don’t you remember that man calling your own daughter a whore and a bitch and still, you take his side– Okay, stop. This is going to end. When? Please enlighten me, Katie. When is this cycle ever going to end of her constantly choosing the Forresters and their disrespect -over her own family’s love? -Okay, you know what? I get it. You had a bad day today. I understand that, Hope. But you did something wrong, and you have to own it! Carter sees it. I don’t wanna hear about Carter! -He knew what he did– -I sacrificed everything -for him and for his vision… -My God. …and I took the fall for him! Carter couldn’t even live with himself. He had to make things right. Why can’t you see that, Hope? He did it by turning his back on me. The same way that you are. So this is what you want, huh? What are you talking about? I don’t want any of this. I didn’t want you to push Carter into taking over the company! -Oh! -I warned you you were making a mistake. I told you there’d be serious repercussions, and you didn’t listen to me. And now I’m not gonna have you blame me or anybody else for your mistakes. Actions have consequences. And you did this. This was your choice. And you messed up, just like you messed up so many times in your life– your marriage to Liam, your relationship with Thomas, with Douglas, and now this? Are you serious, Hope? This coup with Carter? You say you lost everything in your life? Well, I lost something too! I lost Ridge, and it’s all because of you! I blame you! Who are you? You are not my daughter. Get out. Get out of my house! Get out! [groans] Ohh– -HOPE: Get out of my face– -No, don’t! Don’t, Hope. Don’t. Don’t, Hope. This is not who you are, baby. It’s not who you are. [muttering] I can’t–just– Hope, Hope. Stop! -No! -Hope. -I’m sorry, Mom. -Oh, honey. I’m sorry. I love you. -I’m sorry. -[Hope sobbing]

Brooke: You’re just upset right now. It’s okay. I lost everything. [sobbing] I’m sorry. -I’m sorry. -It’s okay. It’s okay. I love you. [whispering] I love you. [emotional music plays]

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