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[ Relaxing music plays ]

[ Exhales sharply ] Ooh.

[ Breathes sharply ] I’m telling you, I think it’s a really strong —

[ Grunting softly ] Now, that is some hot yoga.

[ Playing mid-tempo music ] Ugh! That’s not right.

[ Clears throat ] Ugh! Why is this so hard?! Don’t do it. Do not call chase. You got this.

[ Discordant notes play ] Ohh!

[ Singsong voice ] Sounding pretty good in here. Ha ha. What are you doing in the main house? I found leo in the barn with thor. Huh? The — the new foal. Oh. Got it. Yeah. He was, uh —

[ Chuckles ] He had a blanket and everything. He was all ready to sleep in the stables. That’s cute. Yeah. It was. It was cute.

[ Laughs ] But I figured I should probably get the kid to bed. And, uh, plus, I found these in the kitchen on the way in.

[ Crunches ] Hmm. They’re a little dry.

[ Crunching ] Don’t tell mama q I said that, though. You’re supposed to dip them into coffee. Or wine, in the old country. They’re supposed to be dry. Wine? That’s — that’s a good tip.

[ Chuckles ] So, whatcha doing? Just working on a new love song for chase and blaze.

[ Clears throat ] Not going so well? At the moment, I am singing the blues. Nina is willow’s birth mother? Yes. And she could be a perfect match. I’ve got to call michael and willow. No, no, w-willow already has a match. She does? Yeah, I wa– I was — I was there when — when they got the call. The — the — the donor registry came through. Oh, thank god!

[ Breathes deeply ] Can we just back up for a second, please? You did a dna teston nina and willow and… …you said it came back negative. That’s what I told you. The results were actually positive. So you lied to me. Again. Before you say anything, I have a few things to say about the way I choose to live my life and how it’s none of your damn business. Josslyn, I didn’t ask you over here to lecture you about your life. You didn’t? Look, I know michael must be going through a hard time right now. I’m sure that you are, too. I just wanted to see if you can make michael understand that, if him and willow need anything, I’m here. I just — I d– I don’t want his pride to stand in the way if he needs help. Help with what? This is not a good time, nina. I understand that, michael, and I know you don’t want me here, so I will make it quick. I need to talk about my grandson. You remember the visitation hearing, the one you forced us to have? Yeah, the court ruled that you have no right to see wiley. Yes. You found a way to shut me out of wiley’s life, for the unforgivable crime of me wanting wiley to know about his biological mother. Do not drag up nelle. Yeah, because I can’t even speak her name because wiley must believe that willow is his one and only mother. And now she put her life at risk so you, michael, can have another baby. Where does that leave wiley if willow dies?

[ Coughing/sneezing ]

[ Door knocking ] Dude, you coming?

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Hey. Are you coming or going? I’m sorry? Um, are you about to take class or did you just finish?

[ Laughs ] We just got here. How’ve you been? Good. You? Oh, sasha is great and deserves congratulations. -[ L aughs ] -Oh, yeah? Yeah. We — we have a buyer for brando’s garage. -That’s amazing. -Mm. Gladys, we haven’t accepted the offer yet. Oh, sure, sure. We’re going to play hardball, do the whole counter thing, but — but it’s good news. Don’t — don’t you think it’s good news? Yeah, I do, if sasha thinks it is. Well, of course she thinks that.

[ Down-tempo music plays ] Did you lose an earring?

[ Scoffs ] Like I would wear those to yoga.

[ Laughs ] She — she got me — sasha got me the most beautiful diamond studs for christmas. Nice!

[ Sighs ] I’m so glad you like them. Water. I forgot my water. I’ll be right back.

[ Suspenseful music plays ]

[ Chuckles ] Everything good between you and gladys? Yeah, everything’s great. Why? So, she’s not pushing you to, uh, sell the garage? I mean, yeah,[Laughing] She’s pushing, but that’s just gladys. You know, technically, she does not even need me to agree, since she’s in charge of my finances. But gladys would never do that. I trust her. Cody: You want this? No, thanks. I can’t just let it go to waste. Could return it to the kitchen. Too far.

[ Laughing ]

[ Crunching ] So…

[ Crunching ] …I heard through the grapevine that you and chase broke up. Oh, you heard through one little grape, and his name is leo. Correct.

[ Scoffs ] But to be fair, what he actually said was he’s happy that you and chase aren’t going to be kissing anymore.

[ Scoffs ] That makes one of us. I’m sorry. No, don’t be, you know? Chase and I might just be singer and manager right now, but I’m — I’m hopeful things will change. So, he’s still willing to work with you. That’s the kind of guy chase is, you know? He honors his commitments, even when he doesn’t want to. Hmm. What’s that like? Beats me.

[ Mid-tempo music plays ] You can use this, though, you know? Your working relationship? I could. So, you’ve thought about it.

[ Laughs ] I, uh — chase and blaze, they have this radio performance tomorrow. I may have concocted a plan to get chase over here tonight. So you can remind him how good you guys are together? Something like that. Chase is huge on honesty, though. I-I can’t use lies to get him back. Says who?[ Crunches ] How dare you. I da– I dare because I am wiley’s grandmother and I have to look out for him, his emotional needs, michael. I…

[ Sighs ] I know that willow has stage iv leukemia.

[ Suspenseful music plays ] How the hell do you know that? Because I read a memo that was mixed up in britt’s paperwork. And I am so sorry. What willow is going through, it’s — it’s horrible, but I — I also know that willow’s an adult and she chose to delay her treatment? Was that in the memo, the memo you shouldn’t have even read? It just wound up in my living room, and I admit I read it. So that is how I know that months passed from the time that she got diagnosed to the time where she received her first chemo treatment, months where her leukemia just progressed and her chance of survival got worse —

months when you and willow put the future of your unborn baby before wiley. His needs, his happiness, his security. And now, that little boy may lose the one and only mother that he has ever known. That you allowed him to know, michael! And that’s selfish! Get the hell out of my house. No! First, you have to explain it to me. Willow found out that she had leukemia in her first trimester. Why didn’t she get chemo immediately? That’s none of your business!

Wiley makes it my business! I appreciate your loyalty, but you’re not — you’re not b-betraying michael’s trust by talking to me. I know — I know what’s going on with willow. And it must be — I mean — it must be very difficult for them with the leukemia and then being pregnant. It’s — hold on, hold on. Leukemia? We just had this whole conversation about lying, and — and you made it seem like everything was solid, and yet… you were still holding back. I’m sorry. I didn’t think it mattered. I — you didn’t think it mattered?! You were — how — how is nina being willow’s mother, how does that not matter?! Because I didn’t know willow had cancer! And that’s a secret you kept from me, by the way! That is not the same thing, and you know it. Willow swore me to secrecy. I’m going to ask you a question, and I can’t — I can’t even believe I’m going to say this, but I need you to be honest with me.

[ Voice breaking ] Of course! Were you ever going to tell willow that nina was her mother? No.

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I’m glad we ran into each other. Yeah? Yeah, I’ve been meaning to reach out since we talked last. I’m good, chase. You — [ Laughs ] You don’t have to worry about me. I’m fine. Well, I wasn’t worried about you, but I am now.

[ Chuckling ] What’s going on? Uh, it’s nothing specific,really.

[ Breathes deeply ] Or maybe it is. I don’t know. It’s like I — I was braced for the holidays, you know? I-I knew that they would be hard, so I went into them prepared and all my friends and family were on high alert, too. You had a ton of distractions and a lot of people looking out for you. Yeah. You know, the holidays are over, and it’s just me now. No brando, no liam. And, of course, I knew that. But you we ren’t as preparedas you were before christmas.

[ Down-tempo music plays ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Sighs ] You know, it was —

[Sighs] It was nice having a goal, you know? “Just make it through to new year’s day” — I could handle that. But “make it through the rest of your life”?

[ Sighs ] That sounds daunting. It is.

[ Chuckles ] I know I’ll figure it out, but I’m just… feeling a little adrift right now. I get that. And, for what it’s worth, I think you’re coping really well.

[ Chuckles ] The past few months, I’ve definitely felt a lot stronger, more stable. Maybe gladys won’t have to be your guardian much longer. Maybe. [ Chuckles ] Some days, I am so ready to march in and demand that the judge re-evaluate my case. And other days?

[ Sighs ] Nights are hard. After gladys goes to bed, the apartment is just so quiet.

[ Crying ] I’ll find myself listening for brando’s humming while he’s brushing his teeth. Or I’ll go to bed hoping that I’ll dream about him, so I can touch his face again. So that’s not really facing reality.

[ Sighs ] I think that you are doing what every grieving widow would do. You miss your husband, sasha. You imagine him in the room next to you. Who wouldn’t?

[ Breathes deeply ] I’m just afraid that, if I let myself pretend, I’ll get lost in the fantasy. Like I did when I thought I was holding liam.

[ Dreamy music plays ]

[ Laughing ] Oh! I know all parents say this, but she is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen. Our child is perfect. Just like her mother. Oh, stop. You can’t fault me for speaking the truth.

[ Chuckles ] We did it. You did it. You beat cancer and protected our child in the process. I love you so much. I love you, too.

[ Laughs ]

[ Kiss echoes ]

[ Dreamy music plays ]

[ Laugh echoes ] Josslyn: Willow has cancer? I’m sorry. I-I didn’t — uh — I thought michael and willow would have said something to the family. Michael hasn’t said anything.

[ Breathes sharply ] How do you know this? It doesn’t matter. Does my mom know? I don’t know. I don’t know.

[ Crying ] No. No. If she knew, she would’ve told me. But then again, I thought michael would’ve, too. Oh, my god.

[ Sniffles ] Wiley.

[ Sniffles ] The baby! You know what? -Does this affect the pregnancy? -No. Um — nina did some research, and, apparently, when you’re pregnant, you can still have chemo. It — it doesn’t hurt the baby. This sounds so scary and complicated. Listen, michael and willow, they’re going to get the best treatment possible. You know that, right?

[ Knock on door ] Everything okay?

[ Crying ] Yeah, she’s just heard some bad news. Listen — I have to — I have to go. I’ll see to it she gets home safe. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Thank you.

[ Door closes ] Are you okay?

[ Sobs ] You hate nina. I do. She’s done awful things to you. She has. And then you get handed this perfect opportunity to get back at her. That’s not what this is about. -No? -No, no.

[ Suspenseful music plays ] This was about willow! By the time I had that dna test ran, willow and nina’s relationship was toxic. Willow couldn’t stand nina. She looked me in the face and told me she didn’t want to find out who her birth mother was because she could turn out to be someone like nina. “I’d rather not know,” I believe, were her exact words, so how do I tell her that this woman that she hates, who she doesn’t want anywhere near her son, was her mother? So you lied? I lied! You’re damn right I lied! Because I knew the truthwould hurt willow, and I wanted to spare her that pain! This is what I don’t understand. If you’re so sure that you were in the right — what?! Why’d you lie to me? Why — why — why’d you lie to me about the dna results? Because I didn’twant to put you… why didn’t you bring me in on it?! …In the position! This is what I think! I think you didn’t tell me because you knew I wouldn’t go along with it because you knew… you’re wrong.

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That you’re worriedabout losing touch with reality makes me feel like you won’T.

[ Vehicles passing in distance ]

[ Sighs ] I hope that’s true. And, the next time you’re feeling adrift, just call me. It’s usually in the middle of the night. So? My phone’s always on. It’s an old habit from being a cop.

[ Cellphone ringing ] See?

[ Breathes sharply ]

[ Ringing continues ]

[ Ringing continues ] Don’t not answer on my account.

[ Ringing continues ] Brook lynn! Chase! I’m so glad you answered. Um, I fixed it. Fixed what? The song. Uh, great. We can discuss it at the radio station tomorrow. That’s the song that I fixed, the one that you and blaze are singing tomorrow. Your verse, I always thought, was missing something, and I found it. Wait. You want to change the song that I’m singing in, what, 12 hours? I’m not just talking about it. It’s happening. And you’re going to like it way better. Can you come over to learn it? What, right now? Yeah. It — it won’t take too long. Why — are you busy? N-no, but —

great! I’ll see you when you get here. How was that? Perfection.

[ Laughs ]

[ Breathes deeply ] Does wiley know that willow is sick, that she m-may die? It’s too soon for that. Yeah, because you don’t want to frighten him until it’s absolutely necessary. Of course we don’T. But if willow would have done the responsible thing and gotten chemo during her first trimester, it wouldn’t have been necessary! You know, what — what gives you the right to judge? I understand. If you lost your little baby, it would’ve been devastating, and you and willow would have grieved. But it’s better for both of you to grieve than a 4-year-old boy grieving for his mother the rest of his life!

[ Footsteps approach ] I can’t hear any more of this. Wiley: Grandma! Oh! Wiley! Come here, buddy! Wiley. Hey.

[ Laughs ] Hi.

[ Sniffles ] I missed you! Oh! I missed you, too. Hey. Shouldn’t you be asleep? Will you play with me? Mommy’s too tired, and daddy’s too busy taking care of mommy. Do you want to talk about it?

[ Horn honks in distance ]

[ Crying ] I don’t even know what to say, honestly.

[ Sniffles ] Well, I’m guessing by the fact that sonny didn’t take my head off that you didn’t tell him about us. No.

[ Sniffles ] Thank you.

[ Sighs ] I would be in serious trouble if sonny thought we were involved. Yeah, well, sonny has bigger things on his mind right now.

[ Down-tempo music plays ] We all do.

[ Sniffles ] Is that the — the bad news sonny was talking about?

[ Crying ] My family’s falling apart, and I don’t know what I’m going to do about it. Keeping the truth about willow and nina to yourself isn’t sparing me the burden of lying to willow. This is about maintaining control. No, no. If you didn’t tell me, then you don’t risk the possibility of me telling willow. It wasn’t like that. Really? It wasn’T. Because, from where I’m standing, if you are the only one that knew, then you are ensuring that this plays out exactly the way that you want it to. How? You’re talking like I’m some puppet master and I just wanted to carry this secret. You did carry it! You carried it for months! I mean, my god, how long did you know?

[ Stammers ] May! Yeah. Of last year! Pretty eventful time, if I recall. Yes, willow was going through a lot. Harmony was dying, learning that she wasn’t her birth mother and that harmony was actually killing people to keep that secret. So you understand. Why you didn’t tell willow right away, yes, but you had months to come clean! Months where willow was telling me she didn’t want to know. She didn’t change her mind till the end of november! Which is when you started sabotaging my search. Because I didn’t know why you were searching. I didn’t know that willow was sick! I know that you would never intentionally hurt willow.

[ Voice breaking ] No. I know that. Thank you. But intentional or not, carly, do you see that keeping this secret almost cost willow her life?! Hi. I keep my home fresh with febreze fade defy plug.And I use this. Febreze uses a microchip to digitally control how much scent is released so it doesn’t fade. Ooh. Does mine have a microchip? – Uh-uh. – Oh. Febreze stays first-day fresh for 50 days. That is a shockingly long time. Febreze also has a refill reminder light… it even reminds you to refill it? So I never miss a day of freshness… your home is so fresh! Upgrade to febreze plug. Family is just very important. She’s my sister and we depend on each other a lot. She’s the rock of the fami ly. She’s the person who holds everything together. It’s a battle, you know. I’m going to be there.

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[ Knock on door ]

[ Sighs ] Yeah. You have a visitor. Sonny, it’s me! Let her in. Hi, cuz. You going to the gym? Oh, uh, sasha and i were supposed to do yoga, but then something came up.

[ Clears throat ] What — what came — what do you mean? What’s — how’s sasha? That’s why I’m here. My daughter-in-law needs your help.

[ Suspenseful music plays ]

[ Exhales sharply ] Better? Chase won’t be able to resist you.

[ Sighs ] From your lips.

[ Doorbell rings ] That’s him. Thanks for everything, cody.

[ British accent ] Oh. Oh, I see. I’m — I’m dismissed, then. Basically, yeah. Well, um, I’ll — I’ll let master chase in on my way out.

[ Laughs ]

[ Laughing ] Okay.

[ Normal voice ] Hey, good luck. Thanks.

[ Mid-tempo music plays ]

[ Sighs ] Okay. Ugh! What am I doing? Just act normal, brook lynn.

[ Breathes deeply ] Hi. Hi. Thanks for coming. Well, you didn’t give me much of a choice. Well, that’s pretty on-brand, right?

[ Breathes deeply ] Sasha. Hi. Hi!

[ Sniffles ] What can I do?

[ Vehicles passing ] Nothing.

[ Breathes deeply ] That’s the worst part — there’s nothing any of us can do. You can talk about it, to me. Whatever it is, I’ll listen.

[ Breathes deeply ]

[ Voice breaking ] Willow has leukemia. Oh. Yeah. Oh, did she just find out?

[ Breathes deeply ] Sonny thought I already knew, so…I guess not.

[ Breathes deeply ] Shocking that nobody told me, considering my reaction. No. It is scary to find out someone you love is sick. You are allowed to feel however you feel.

[ Down-tempo music plays ] My first serious boyfriend had cancer. And he died. I’m so sorry, joss. What was his name? Oscar. He had a brain tumor. We found out in september, and, eight months later, he was gone. How old? 16. And I know… that, you know, this is different.

[ Sniffles ] Willow’s cancer’s different. Everything’s different, really. I just — I really don’t want this for michael. You two are really close, huh?

[ Sniffles ] If the donor registry hadn’t found a donor for willow, then we wouldn’t have known that nina was a match until it was too late. I know. All of that is terrifying. Thank god it didn’t come to that. No, it didn’T. Do they know if the transplant’s going to affect the baby?

[ Exhales sharply ] I’m not sure. I got to call michael and willow first thing in the morning. I —

[ Hand thumps ]

[ Crying ] I can’t believe michael didn’t tell me. I mean, what the hell was he thinking?! I — I could have helped him, you know. Maybe he takes after his mother in that way, thinking he can… shoulder everything alone. It’s my mo, right? Handle everything on my own, so I don’t need other people.

[ Sighs ] Is that what I am — other people? No. Could have fooled me.

[ Suspenseful music plays ]

My baby girl.

I love you so much.

Wiley! Come meet your baby sister. What are you doing? Sweetie, sweetie, come here. Come here. Get out of our house. I am so sorry, willow, but you’ve gotten too weak to take care of wiley. [ Gasps ] [ Breathing quickly ] No! I am not weak. I’m not — [ Breathing sharply ] What is happening? Oh, gee, you’re fading fast, willow. And michael has his hands full with work, so… I should probably take the baby, as well. [ Gasping ] Michael… you can’t let her do that. [ Chuckling ] Oh! Michael! No! Oh! [ Sobbing ] No! Time to go, wiley. [ Crying ] Please, no. Please, no. Oh, please stay. Stay with mommy, please. Stay with mommy.

[ Baby crying ]

Aww, how is my new little baby girl? My second chance.

[ Gasps ]

How do you like the name nelle?

No!!

[ Gasps ]

[ Gasping ]

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Michael is more than a brother.

[ Vehicles passing ] He’s one of my best friends.

[ Breathes sharply ] He’s a rock. But that bodes well for him, don’t you think? In a situation like this? Except I know what it’s like.

[ Down-tempo music plays ]

[ Crying ] I know what it’s like to sit at someone’s bedside and watch them fight as hard as they can. And all you can do is love them and be there for them. But you can’t change anything. You can’t fix anything. You can’t fight the battle for them. And it’s the most helpless feeling. And michael doesn’t deserve that. You didn’t deserve it, either, joss. Ohh. It’s like…

[ Crying ] …I hear “cancer,” and I’m — I’m right back in it. I’m sitting next to oscar, and I’m reading to him.

[ Sniffles ] You read to him? Yeah. To help with the pain. You keep saying that there was nothing you could do.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Smooches ] Sounds like you did a whole lot. I hope it’s okay I tagged along. Of course. Were you guys, uh, together when I called? You said it wouldn’t take long, so I invited sasha to come with. Great. Are you hungry? Oh, I’m sorry. Cody, sasha. Sasha, cody. No, we– we’ve met. Sasha: Christmas day. Pregnant virgin mary giving birth. Right. Duh. Oh, that is a story I need to hear. Remind me to tell you.

[ Laughs ] Right. Uh, so, w-what do you say you and I raid the kitchen and, uh, we can let these two do their thing? Ah, I am skipping my workout. Might as well go all-in. That’s a yes? Sure.

[ Down-tempo music plays ]

[ Sighs ] Thank you for coming. You already said that. I did, didn’t I? Do you have the sheet music? Huh? So I can see the changes to the song. Oh, yes, um, they’re right here. Now, come sit.

[ Bench scrapes ]

[ Clears throat ] Alright. Ah, let’s see. Can’t read a word I wrote, can you? [ Laughs ] Here, move over. Let’s, uh, get to work. We have an offer on the garage, and sasha’s on the fence about taking it. What’s the offer? $300,000. Cash. No. She’s right not taking it. It’s — it’s worth a lot more than that.

[ Scoffs ] We can’t wait. Why? I mean, it’s not likesasha needs money, right? Oh, it’s — it’s not about the money.

[ Scoffs ] Then what is it — what’s it about? I-it — it’s about sasha! Hanging on to brando’s things… I think it’s keeping her from moving forward. But you know what? Last time I spoke to sasha, she was — she was doing good. I think it helped her that we built brando’s motorcycle. I mean, I know it helped me. Brando would’ve loved seeing you and sasha working together like that. Okay, so… what’s the issue, if it’s — if it’s not money? Is there something going on that I don’t know about, like — what’s going on with sasha? Is she alright?

[ Stammers ] Nothing specific.

[ Scoffs ] Here, listen to me. It’s going to be okay. We got to look after each other. Deal? Deal.

[ Breathes deeply ]

[ Chuckles ] Wiley, it’s, uh, it’s bedtime, not playtime, okay? Wiley. But grandma’s here! Wiley!

[ Chuckling ] Hi! Yeah, it’s been a long time since I’ve, um, come to visit, and I’m — I’m really sorry about that, wiley. Wish I could play with you until the sun comes up. But your daddy is right, you know — you should be in dreamland right now. Oh! I want to stay with you. Get away from my son! Willow, willow, willow, hold on. Get away! Mommy? No, it’s okay. It’s okay, wiley. Let’s go back upstairs. Let’s go back upstairs. No. I am not dead. Mommy? I am not dead! Do you hear me? You cannot have my children! You can’t!

[ Sobbing ]

[ Suspenseful music plays ] I hated lying to you. But you still did it. Fo r what I truly believewere the right reasons. I know how this works. I know you. I know how you operate. It’s not like… this should come as a huge surprise. But it does.

[ Down-tempo music plays ] I was just — I was starting to trust you. Starting to? You know what I mean. Not as friends, as… …as us, as a couple. I was — I was opening my heart to you. And to find out that you were lying to me this whole time… drew — …actively working against me, I just — I re ally thought we hadsomething deeper than that. And it’s — it’s a wake-up call to find out that we don’T.

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[ Gasping ] Stay…away… from…my kids. Willow, I would never take your kids away from you!

[ Sobbing ] Mommy, what’s wrong?! It’s okay. It’s nothing we can’t fix, sweetheart.

[ Sniffles ] See, nina’s a bad person, and I don’t want her talking to you. Why not? I’ll explain upstairs, okay? I’m going.

[ Thud ] Wiley: Mommy!

[ Suspenseful music plays ] Willow? Willow. Willow! Thank you for being here. And for not pushing and…

[ Vehicles passing ] …Just thanks. Any time.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Shudders ] Are you cold? Mm. Just a few more minutes? As long as you want.

[ Sniffles ] So, you want to add a key change at “I can’t forget your lies”? Eyes — “I can’t forget your eyes.” Oh, sorry. No, no. It’s an understandable mistake, considering.

[ Breathes sharply ] Considering… your handwriting is illegible?

[ Scoffs ] It’s not that bad. Oh, you’re so dramatic. Look — “I can’t forget your eyes, no matter how… tired and high.” No, that’s not it. Oh, you can’t even read your own handwriting. Well, just give me a second! Take all the time you need. “No matter how hard I try.” Boo-yah! Okay. And I’m dramatic.

[ Laughs ] Chase, I —

[ Cellphone ringing ]

[ Sighs ] Thanks.

[ Siren wailing in distance ] Michael, what’s up? What?! Oh, my god.

[ Siren continues wailing ] Brick, hey. Can you do me a favor? Can you — can you find the best oncologist in the country? Not — no, it’s not — it’s for willow. That’s it? You know, one mistake and I’m out, huh? Would you really classify this as one mistake? You paid a woman to lie to me. You — you — you — you hid a photo that you knew that I was looking for, that you knew that was important to me and important to willow. Because I was trying — because you were trying to protect her. I understand that. But that excuse only goes so far, carly. Secrets and lies! That’s not the kind of relationship that I want. It’s not what i want. But now that everything’s out of the open, it doesn’t have to be that way.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

[ Ringing continues ] You should probably answer this.

[ Ringing continues ] Hello. Carly, please don’t hang up.

[ Suspenseful music plays ] It’s willow. What about willow?

Carly, she collapsed. Michael called an ambulance. They’re on their way to the er. I’m on my way. I’ll drive. Okay.

[ Down-tempo music plays ]

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ooh, what a treat! Dessert is exactly what the doctor ordered. Thank you. Doctor told you to have dessert? No. It’s just something that people say, bud. Thank you. Why do they say it? Well, in this case, it means that I can’t think of anything better than family time — just the three of us. When my little sister’s born, there’s gonna be four of us. Four! That’s a lot! Carly: Hey! Right on time. Hi. Uh… what’s going on? Is everything okay? I just would, um — I’d feel like an ass if I kissed you and then I ambushed you with a question. Oh. Okay. Ask me the question. Why don’t you want to find willow’s birth mother? Where did these papers come from? Well, aunt liesl, she cleaned out britt’s office, including some G.H. Papers that she shouldn’t have. I was gonna sort through it and return the papers that belong to the h– why? See for yourself.

[ Exhales sharply ] Willow’s getting chemotherapy.

[ Knock on door ] Joss. Can I come in? Of course. I can’t stop thinking about britt. If she hadn’t held off the hook, I would be dead right now! Joss, stop. No, no, no. No! Listen to me. I couldn’t have held her off on my own. And by the time you got to the pier, it would have been too late. Britt got cut saving me. The hook was after me. This all happened because of me! Joss, stop, stop. Take a breath. What you’re feeling is called “survivor’s guilt.” And if you’re not careful, it can really mess you up.

[ Monitor beeping ] Can I ask you a question? I don’t know if I’ll be able to answer it, but sure. Do you think my lawyer is any good? I mean, I-I’m being accused of these terrible things that I don’t remember doing. And mr. Grey says that if I can find out where I’ve been hiding, then I-I would have an alibi. Spencer. Grandmother, thank you for meeting me here. I wanted to see you. Maybe you don’t approve of me moving in with uncle sonny, but I did have to get out of wyndemere. No, no, I’m happy that you’re with sonny. I just wanted to see for myself how you were doing. Truthfully? I’m heartbroken that britt is dead. And if esme killed her, if she is the hook, then she needs to be held accountable. Are we waiting for a warrant or what? If robert can get the judge to sign in the next 10 minutes. Otherwise, we’ll ask mr. Cassadine to cooperate. I wouldn’t hold your breath on that. When I questioned him this morning, the only thing he would tell me is that he was the father of esme’s baby. Did the lab turn up anything in her personal effects? The only thing that really stood out was the christmas ornament. Are we sure she had it on her? Yeah. Yeah, she definitely did. I asked the doctor. She had it on her. Okay. Can we trace it? It wasn’t mass-produced. Apparently it’s from poland, and it’s been hand-painted. So if we find out who painted it, then we can find out maybe who they sold it to. Apparent ly there was a firein the north tower bedroom. Seems a christmas tree went up in flames. Which begs the question, who would put a christmas tree in an unoccupied bedroom? You want to know

my guess? Same person that put toiletries in the bathroom or clothes in the closet. Oh, nothing fancy — just some sweats and the like, you know, loose-fitting, you know, suitable for a pregnant woman. You’ve been keeping esme prisoner, haven’t you? Right under my nose.

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this is really personal medical information. Maybe we shouldn’t be looking at this. Nina, do you think this is a violation of your ethics? Look at it this way. I found it. You didn’T.

[ Sighs ] What are you gonna do with this information? Willow is wiley’s mother. She’s carrying my grandchild. I don’t care what’s going on as far as the fighting and all that stuff. She’s still family. So I’m gonna do everything I can to find out about her condition. Those are my ethics. From now on, I don’t care about right or wrong. I only want to help willow. What’s my sister’s name? Actually, your mom and I haven’t chosen one yet. What do you think it should be? Annabelle the third!

[ Chuckles ] Okay. It might be a little confusing for the baby and the dog to have the exact same name, so any other ideas? Ashoka! My sister could be a jedi padawan! Ashoka? That is —

[ Chuckles ] That is — that’s — that’s interesting. We’ll have to think about that one, okay, bud? What do you — what do you — what do you think, mommy? Oh, whatever you two decide.

[ Chuckles ] You didn’t like your cookie? Um, I-I think my eyes were bigger than my stomach. I’m gonna save it for a late-night treat. Speaking of late night, it’s almost your bedtime. Okay? So let’s get upstairs, get you in your pjs, and read a bedtime story. Night, mommy! Night, my love. Oh, sweet dreams.

[ Chuckles ] Night, ashoka. Take good care of mommy. So what story should we read? “My truck is stuck!” And “goodnight moon.” Michael: Oh. Two? Alright.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Sobbing ] Ever since I told you that I was searching for willow’s birth parents, I just… I’ve felt resistance. Like, w-when I told you I tracked down a source, you questioned their credibility. And then I mentioned that I had some great information, and you were — you were opposed… telling willow. You think I was wrong? Well, at the time, the reason seemed to make sense to me. Once we told her willow that her birth mother was dead, why get her hopes up when we found out that that was a lie? Why stress her out by saying that she might have been kidnapped and stolen from her birth parents? But then… I took a step back. And there was a pattern there, and the pattern became very clear. You don’t want willow’s birth parents to be found. No. I don’T. It is one thing to be grateful to britt. I’m grateful, too. I don’t even want to think about how I would be feeling if you had gotten killed. But there’s only one person who is responsible for britt’s death, and that is the hook. And, look, I am sorrier that I can ever say that I’m not a better shot and I didn’t kill the hook when I had the chance. I’m sorry, too. I mean, the world would be a much safer and… happier place. But even if you had shot the hook, there’s no guarantee that britt would have survived. There was poison in her system. She didn’t even know it. Do you think that it would have made a difference? We took off, and we left britt to cover for us. Does that make us partly responsible for her death? Esme: Mr. Grey seems very competent. He seems like he cares about defending me, but…

[ Monitor beeping ] I’m not paying him. He’s defending me for free. How do I know that I can trust him or his strategy? He says that if I can get an alibi — but I have no idea where I’ve been for the past few months — or my whole life, for that matter. I don’t know how I got here. I don’t know who got me pregnant. You’ll remember. What if I don’t? Traumatic memory loss isn’t uncommon. Permanent memory loss does happen, but it’s extremely rare, so the chances that you’ll remember are good. But to answer your question, mr. Grey is a great attorney. I think you can trust him. Spencer: If esme is the hook, then britt is dead because of me because I brought esme to port charles. No. We have talked about this. You are not responsible for anything that esme does. And if esme is the hook, that hasn’t been proven yet. Look, she’s in her third trimester of her pregnancy. I think it’s highly unlikely that she’d have the physical strength to attack britt with a hook. You do not know esme like I do. She can do a lot of damage when she wants. Alright, but… there isn’t just esme to consider now. There is also her baby. Did you have a plan, an end game, or were you just winging it, keeping her prisoner because, I don’t know, you couldn’t think of anything else to do? Esme turned up alive and pregnant with my child. I had every reason to believe that she was the hook. I couldn’t allow her to harm anyone else. I couldn’t turn her over to the police and risk her giving birth to my unborn child while incarcerated. So you lured her to wyndemere.No, esme was already here. She was stealing money from my safe. I took her to a tower bedroom. I locked her in. I enlisted demetrius to take care of her, and that was my mistake. Esme was able to manipulate demetrius. Esme manipulated you, nikolas! She fooled you into keeping her somewhere she could easily escape from, which she did — very successfully, I might add. She is cunning, creative, and she keeps a cool head. Qualities, my dear nephew, that I’m afraid you sadly lack. Wait a second! I have been protecting you for the sake of this family. Perhaps the cassadines would be better off if they cut their losses.

[ Doorbell rings ] Shouldn’t you answer that?

[ Sighs ]

[ Doorbell rings ] Mr. Cassadine, we’d like to ask you a few more questions about esme prince.

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Long after willow learnedthe truth about harmony, she made the decision not to search for her birth parents. And I have to say, I was relieved. Why? I’m confused. You and I both grew up without our biological family, and — and we both went searching for answers. I mean, unlike me, you found your mother right away. I waited years to connect with the quartermaines. Okay. What’s the point? The point is, is that you and bobbie have a strong, loving relationship. Why wouldn’t you want that for willow? Because willow was afraid that her birth mother would turn out to be someone like nina. And the truth is, not all reunions turn out to be happy. Okay? Some of them are awful. They are. And willow has had so much loss and pain, I just wanted to spare her any more. That wasn’t your call to make! Well, the case notes said that she was originally diagnosed with leukemia in late august, but she didn’t start her first round of chemotherapy until late november. Why the delay? Well, when she was first diagnosed, her leukemia was in stage two. Mm-hmm. By the time she received treatment… it was stage four. Well, t-the doctors must have warned her. I mean, you don’t get diagnosed with leukemia and then wait three months to get treatment. You do if you’re pregnant. Once again, “goodnight moon” does the trick. Bedtime’s best friend.

[ Chuckles ] Hey. What happened? What happened? Chemo isn’t working. And my marrow donor can’t donate. What happened is I can barely be a mother to wiley. I can’t join in the conversation or ask about his day or even eat a damn cookie. Hey, look, willow. Willow. Willow? Wiley’s going to be okay. He’s not okay. He knows something is wrong. He’s scared. And it’s all my fault. This whole thing… is my fault. You were willing to stay and talk to the police. I was the one who asked britt to cover. I didn’t want to explain the gun. So our leaving is on me.

[ Scoffs ] You didn’t drag me. I left with you willingly. And, yeah, britt told us that she had it covered. And there was no reason not to believe her. But… I still feel like I’m alive at her expense. Maybe there’s another way to look at this. Britt saved your life. So don’t you owe it to her to live the best life you can? Nikolas: You know, I already sat through one pointless investigation at the pcpd, so if you want to ask more questions, you can call my lawyer. Nonsense! Please, do come in. Now, how can we be of help? Well, uh, esme prince showed up on the haunted star in the early morning hours of january 1st. She was soaking wet and suffering from hypothermia. Which, nikolas, you’re aware of because you showed up at the hospital with elizabeth. Oh, is it — is it a crime to show concern?

[ Chuckles ] So, the last time she was seen — esme — before that was back in november on pier 55, near the haunted star, which is coincidentally near where the boat from wyndemere docks, yeah? And seeing as she used to live at wyndemere, we’re thinking maybe she was either hiding out somewhere on spoon island or… maybe right here in this house.

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That baby is innocent. Britt is gone. There’s nothing you can do to bring her back. But you can do something to make sure that esme’s baby is born safely. What? Don’t confront esme. Okay? Don’t interrogate her about britt or anything else, spencer. What if esme is lying about the…memory loss? Okay, but she is not lying about the pregnancy. And the priority right now should be the health and safety of that baby. And that means allowing esme to rest and recover.

[ Door opens ] Spencer: Is she awake? Awake and alert. I’d like to see her. You can tell commissioner ashford that I’ve okayed this visit. Thank you.

[ Knocking ] Esme: Yes?

[ Monitor beeping ] Do I know you? I think I would know if esme were living in my house. It’s a big house. There must be plenty of rooms that go unused. Esme could have taken refuge in any one of them, and you’d never know. Which is why we’d like to search the premises. Absolutely not. Dante: Come on. Nikolas, we search the house, we find out esme was never here, and we can move on with our investigation, yeah? Well, if you want to search my home, get a warrant. And for that, you’re gonna need to show probable cause, which there isn’t any. Jordan: D.A. Scorpio found plenty of evidence and was able to get judge winters to sign off on a warrant, but I thought I’d spare us all the time and trouble by giving you the option to voluntarily agree to the search. What evidence did the district attorney find? We do appreciate the courtesy, commissioner ashford, but as my nephew made clear, we have nothing to hide, so please feel free to search the house. That would take hours. Then best get started. Why don’t you accompany the detective and his officers, nikolas, so they don’t get lost? The way I give thanks for my life is I live it. Maybe you could try it. Yeah, maybe I could. Well, apparently the danger chemo poses to the fetus is higher during the first trimester because the organs are still, um, developing. It’s safer for the baby to c-chemotherapy in the second or third trimester. It’s safe for the baby, but not for willow. Is that what you’re saying? I have no idea how she is getting through this. To find out that she is pregnant and then to be diagnosed with a life-threatening illness? To have to choose between your own health… and the health of your unborn baby? What’s wrong? It’s not fair to lean on you. Willow, hey. You agreed to marry me. That’s what married people do. They lean on each other. Why aren’t you angry with me? What? When I got diagnosed, I didn’t share it with you. I didn’t include you in my decision-making. I didn’t give you a vote. I-I gambled with my life, with wiley’s security and future, with everything you and I planned together. And now… it looks like I’ve lost. You fight like hell when someone tries to make choices for you, so I-I’m confused. What gives you the right to decide what willow could and couldn’t know about her own family? Because for so long willow didn’t want to know! Yeah, but she reconsidered! She decided that she wants to track down her family. And not only that, she asked me — me — to search for them. I get that, but willow is having a really hard pregnancy, and the last thing she needs is stress. And I thought it was best not to open the door to total strangers with whom she shares biology and nothing else! You denied willow her own family! She has a family! She has michael and wiley, and she has you and me and a whole houseful of quartermaines! Enough! Carly, enough excuses! Enough, okay?! Willow’s biological family can give her things that none of us can!

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of my many, manyclashes with michael and willow, I went to track them down, and they were at… the hospital. And I found them in dr. Terry randolph’s office. The chief of staff at general hospital. And an oncologist, sonny. I didn’t think much about it then, but, hey… dr. Terry randolph was treating willow. Hey. Listen. Willow and michael probably wanted to keep it quiet because the family didn’t say anything to me. Yeah. They probably do. And they don’t want to upset wile– you know, willow, by delaying treatment, she’s risking leaving wiley without a mother, the only mother that he has ever known. This must be so difficult for her. You know, I wonder how much influence michael has on her decision to delay this cancer treatment. We know michael. He’s very selfish. Yeah. He’s — he’s very focused. He’s single-minded in getting what he wants. Nina, this family infighting has to stop. We have to pull together for willow. Look, drew. I get it. Willow’s pregnant, and she wants her medical history to be complete as possible for her child’s sake. I understand that, but I felt… that the emotional consideration outweighed that, so, yes… I obstructed your efforts. Pretty considerably. Wha– describe “considerably.” Okay. When you tracked down denise makenzie, the firefighter who was on the colorado commune with harmony? I intercepted her before her meeting with you, and I paid her to back harmony’s original story about getting willow from some mythical “joan.” Then when denise recanted her story, I paid her off for not giving me up. When you went out after denise to “give her her glove back.” And then… most recently… I found the information on the commune leader, josiah, and I took it and I hid it so you couldn’t follow up on him. So the whole time that we were supposed to be working together, you were actually sabotaging me. I understand that you’re disappointed and frustrated. I am, too. Willow, we found one bone-marrow match, right? We can find another. There’s still time. There’s a lot less time than there was when I was first diagnosed, when I made the choice not to tell you, not to include you in my decision to wait. Which is the exact opposite of how you’ve always treated me. You didn’t have to include me in wiley’s life, much less let me adopt him. But you trusted me with your son. You made wiley our son. And now I may be leaving you both. At the very moment when I should have shared with you, I shut you out. Why don’t you hate me for that? How does esme seem to you? If this is your way of asking if she’s faking the memory loss, the answer is, I don’t know.

[ Sighs ] You know, kevin had started to assess her, and then my brother came and threw him out of the room. And he would never violate patient privacy, so he hasn’t said anything, but I have the feeling… that he believes her, you know? And he got to see her in all of her manipulative glory when she was living with us, so I think that he’d know if she was lying. Maybe we’ll get lucky and she’ll never remember. Why would that be a good thing? I’m spencer cassadine. My friend trina robinson and i are the ones who brought you to the hospital. Oh, um, thank you for that. How are you feeling? I, um, see-saw between numb and total panic. They say I could be charged with everything from revenge porn to… attempted murder, which is really scary. I don’t suppose you know where I’ve been hiding out the past few months. Apparently, that’s the only thing that could exonerate me. How much contact did you have with esme prince? Oh, minimal, really. I was staying at the metro court until recently. Esme and I never lived at wyndemere at the same time. And your paths never crossed? Well, occasionally. While esme was dating spencer. But our interactions were, oh, superficial at best. And what about nikolas? How would you characterize your nephew’s interactions with esme prince? What’s in here? It’s a bedroom. Anyone using it? I can’t say with certainty. It’s possible that one of the staff is staying there. The staff? You have the staff staying in the house with you? I thought they’d be out on the grounds. As the commissioner pointed out, it is a big house. If, for whatever reason, one of the staff members needed to stay the night, I don’t see the harm. I’d like to check this room out. Well, it’s locked. I’d probably have to grab — it’s just —

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I am so sorry for misleading you. For lying to me. I made the choice to protect willow long before we got together. There’s no contract, carly. There’s no “pre-existing condition” clause here. This is about us trusting each other. I let you in on an investigation, and you took advantage of my trust to undermine it. I was protecting willow! Do you understand?! You knew damn well that willow was the one who asked me to do the search. And… I get that willow was initially resistant to finding, to tracking down her birth mother, but then once you know that she reconsidered, didn’t that change your calculations? Yes. I was conflicted. I was conflicted. But then I decided that willow was better off not knowing. God, carly, if you knew the complete information about her health situation, you would’ve acted differently! Why? What are you talking about? What information? Is there something wrong with willow? She’s got leukemia. I could never hate you, willow. Never. And, yes, while I wish you would have shared your diagnosis with me from the start, I understand why you didn’T. I’ll never forget the pain of losing jonah. And I know… I know you won’t, either. You chose to protect the life you were carrying the way that seemed best to you, okay? And I’m — I’m good with that. I was selfish. You are the least selfish person that I know. I did what I wanted, and if I chose wrong, you and wiley will be left alone. That’s not gonna happen. Hey. Willow, we’re not gonna lose you. You can’t promise that. I can promise you this much… I will never regret — regret any — any day that I’ve spent with you. Making you wiley’s mother. I’ll never regret the love that you’ve given him and the place that you have in his life. And even if — even if wiley has to grow up without you — hey, even if wiley has to grow up without you, your love will sustain him. Even if he can’t consciously remember. Because I will remember. I’ll remember all of it. Everything. I will love you for the rest of my life. This wasn’t the plan. I know. Do you regret it? No. Good. ‘Cause if I haven’t made myself clear, I don’t want this to be a one- or two-time thing. Neither do I. I don’t know what I feel for you… but I know that it’s strong. Me too.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Okay. Okay. I’m sorry. But that might be my mom, and she’s gonna freak out if I don’t answer her right away.

[ Scoffs ] Unbelievable. What? Sonny. “Need to see you. My office. Important.” I mean, how dare he summon me like that. He doesn’t have the right to do that. Who does he think he is? Where are you going? Well, I’m gonna go to his office and I’m gonna tell him that I can see whoever I want to see, and it’s none of his damn business. Well, if I were esme, I’d want to forget everything, too — all the crimes, all the mistakes. I can almost wish that for my own life. Not really, of course. I would never want to forget my kids or the people I love. But it would be nice to forget all the ways I’ve messed up. Would this have anything to do with, uh, whatever it is that’s going on between you and nikolas? Sorry. I don’t have an alibi for you.

[ Monitor beeping ] I suppose you never laid eyes on me before you and your friend brought me to the hospital. That’s not true.

[ Inhales sharply ] I know you. Better than anyone else in port charles.

[ Stammers ] You know me? How? From where? D-do you know why I’m in port charles? Do you really think I did all this crazy stuff?

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You’ve finished the search already? Lang and mendez are still searching, but nikolas was kind enough to show me the north wing. And? No, please — don’t keep us in suspense. You know what? We checked out that room at the top there. No sign of esme. I said this was a waste of time. Due diligence is never a waste of time. If our officers find anything of interest, detective falconeri and i may need to return and search further. We’ll be sure to bring a warrant. I’ll show you out. Jordan: Thank you for your time. Well? That top tower room had been cleaned and painted. Could smell the cleaning agents, could smell the paint. Probably in the last few hours. They’ve definitely been hiding something or someone up there. Why the hell did you agree to the search?! Because there was nothing to find. Oh, I had demetrius do a thorough cleaning job of the room and then put everything in storage. Storage? No, I kept everything. Ample evidence of esme’s imprisonment. Just in case I need to ensure your future cooperation. I don’t really know what’s going on between me and nikolas. He’s my oldest friend. We have a lot of history. He knows me like nobody else does. But I know him, too. I know he can be selfish and reckless and make really, really foolish choices. But I also know him to be generous and loving. And, for the most part, he has good intentions. You have always been loyal to my son and you’ve seen the good in him, and thank you for that. You know, I treasure you. And not just because you’re the mother of my grandchildren. I have known you for most of your life. And I think of you as another daughter. That means a lot to me. And I am very worried right now. I feel like nikolas has backed himself into a corner and that he is in a very dark place. We went to boarding school together, in france. Ecole internationale

de chtel. Doesn’t ring a bell. I have family here in port charles. When I graduated from boarding school, I came back here and I brought you with me. Brought me along as a buddy? We were dating. You were my girlfriend, and we broke up… for many reasons. Uh, how long ago did we break up? Is this your baby? Possibly. Call me. We’ve got a problem. Look. Before you start in, I have a few things to say about the way I choose to live my life and how it’s none of your damn business. Thank you. And don’t let me sleep too late. I want to see wiley get off to school. And maybe we can all have breakfast together in the morning. Yeah. We’ll figure it out. Just, uh — just get some rest, okay? I love you. I love you, too.

[ Knock on door ]

[ Knock on door ] Now is not a good time. I realize that, michael. And I know that you don’t want me here, but I’ll make it quick. I need to talk about my grandson. Willow has leukemia? Stage four. Oh, my god. That’s why she’s so pale and…weak. It’s why she fainted… and why michael’s been hovering and… oh, my god. Why didn’t I see it?! Willow has been going out of her way to keep it a secret, okay? Michael didn’t even know until willow was in her second trimester. I just found out a few weeks ago. How? How? How did you find out? Well, at first, willow was saying that the whole search was for medical history, but I knew there was more to it, and she admitted that… she needs a bone-marrow transplant. And the best chance for a match is from a family member. That’s why I stepped up the search. You don’t need to search. Nina is willow’s birth mother.

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Nina: [ Sniffles ]

[ Keys jingle, door opens ]

Nina: Hey.

Ava: Hey. What do you have there?

Nina: [ Sighs ]

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Willow: I used to feel such dread when I came here for chemo. Today I have a bone marrow donor. I can actually believe this nightmare is finally coming to an end.

Michael: You are a fighter, willow. And I am — I am so amazed by you.

Willow: I couldn’t have done any of this without you by my side. I’m so excited for what the future holds for our family.

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Martin: Excuse me! Commissioner Ashford, Detective, I’m afraid I can’t let you go in there.

[ Scoffs ]

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Elizabeth: Terry. Hey, how you doing?

Terry: I’ m ready to throw my phone in a medical waste bin.

Elizabeth: Sorry. I can’t imagine how chaotic it’s been.

Martin: Dr. Terry Randolph! As Chief of Staff of this facility, I must insist that you intercede before the commissioner here, Detective Falconeri, can do unnecessary and intentional harm to one of your patients.

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Alexis: I know. I won’t be able to, uh, make it back to the office this afternoon. Something came up… …with my family.

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Nikolas: I’ll be quick. I just need a few minutes to grab my things. The less time I spend here, the better.

Victor: Spencer, where are you off to?

Sonny: Spencer’s coming home with me.

Victor: [ Scoffs ] Like hell he is.

Sonny: He can make his own decision whether he wants to stay in this pit.

Victor: I’ll be damned if I allow you to put my great-nephew’s future in jeopardy.

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Nikolas: I appreciate you looking out for me, Uncle Victor, but the condition of my release was that I was to remain in your care until the date that my original sentence ended. And it’s past that date. So I’m free to do whatever I want.

Victor: Very well, of course you are. But you’ve just lost your friend Dr. Westbourne. I-isn’t this a time to be with family?

Nikolas: I will be with family.

Victor: [ Sighs ] I know you’ve suffered a dreadful loss. I-I’m truly, deeply sorry. So please stay here. Let me help you through this —

Nikolas: If it was just you, Uncle Victor, I would consider it. But the sooner that I get away from my father, the better.

Victor: Yeah, I heard Esme turned up last night. It was all over the news. I know you and Nikolas were always at odds over that troubled woman.

Nikolas: It’s more than that. Esme is pregnant with my father’s baby. So do you really think that he’s the best person to console me in my time of need?

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Jordan: There’s no need for theatrics, Mr. Grey. I already spoke to Miss Prince’s neurologist, and he said she was capable of answering questions.

Terry: If her doctor signed off on it, I see no reason to stop the commissioner and Detective Falconeri from questioning Miss Prince.

Martin: No reason? My client is pregnant, fragile, can’t remember a single, solitary thing about her life. What could the police possibly hope to achieve by harassing her?

Terry: Dr. Finn. Can you please double check that Esme Prince is strong enough at the present moment to talk to the police and monitor her while they ask their questions?

Finn: Of course.

Terry: Thank you. If you see any reason for concern, don’t hesitate to contact me.

Finn: Will do. Please follow me.

Elizabeth: Want to talk about it?

Terry: It’s just been one thing after another, and I’m having to catch up on everything that Britt was taking care of. We were at her party last night, you know? She was dancing and singing. How is she just gone?

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Nikolas: Thanks for meeting me on such short notice.

Alexis: It was no small feat given today’s news cycle. They found Esme — pregnant, no memory. Britt’s — Britt’s death. How is Spencer handling it?

Nikolas: Uh, Spencer isn’t exactly talking to me these days.

Alexis: He came over at Christmas. He told me about some of your issues.

Nikolas: Not surprised. Actually, I didn’t ask to meet to discuss Spencer. I’m in trouble. I need legal advice.

Alexis: Nikolas, how many times do I have tell you… I just… …I’m not an attorney?

Nikolas: …Need advice, Aunt Alexis, even if in an unofficial capacity.

Alexis: Don’t you have an uncle who’s a lawyer?

Nikolas: Yeah. He’s busy defending Esme on criminal prosecution.

Alexis: Good luck with that. That’s gonna be almost an impossible defense to mount.

Nikolas: All the more reason that she needs a good lawyer.

Alexis: I don’t care about Esme’s legal trouble. What I care about is why you care about it.

Nikolas: I’m the father of her baby. I need your help protecting my unborn child.

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Willow: I know Terry will get to us as soon as she can, but it’s hard to wait.

Michael: Well, you know what? At least we’re waiting for good news.

Willow: Exactly. And I will only admit this to you. But… I’m impatient.

Michael: No. You? No, never.

[ Both chuckle ]

Willow: I want to have this transplant as soon as possible. I want to be able to tell your family that I have leukemia. But I have a donor, and my prognosis is good.

Michael: Is that why you haven’t told them to this point?

Willow: Partly. Of course, the main reason is Wiley. I know he’d pick up on everyone’s concern, and I don’t want him to be frightened. But some of it is self-protection… not wanting to see the fear in their eyes not wanting them to have to strain to be normal around me.

Michael: You don’t want to tell them about the problem until the problem’s solved.

Willow: Gee, who does that sound like?

Michael: [ Chuckles ] Yeah. No, I — I-I do that, too. Look, I-if… if keeping your diagnosis a secret from my family helped you, then I’d be all for it. I just don’t want you to think that you have to protect them. My mom, my sisters, the Quartermaines — they all love you. They’re your family, too.

Willow: Even your father?

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Nina: Uh, this is just, uh, a — a blank laboratory report. You know, when Aunt Liesl cleaned out Britt’s office she just took a lot of these, um — these sensitive documents, you know? What I’m gonna do is I’m just gonna sort through all this and I’m gonna separate Britt’s personal documents and then return the documents that belong to G.H., but, um…

Ava: Nina, surely you don’t have to do that now.

Nina: Aunt Liesl — she’s a wreck. She won’t eat. She’s — she’s napping in my room. I just want to do whatever I can do, you know, to try to ease her grief.

Ava: Well, I think it’s admirable that you want to help. But losing Britt, it’s –it’s hard on you, too, right? Don’t you want to take at least a minute?

Nina: Yeah. You know, it was really nice reconnecting with Britt when she came back to Port Charles this time. I can’t believe that she’s gone.

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Willow: Look, Sonny can be your family if you want. What do you want?

Michael: [ Chuckles ] What I want is for people that I love to stop pressuring me to reconcile with him.

Willow: Ouch.

Michael: No, it’s not just you. It’s — it’s — it’s Dante. It’s Kristina. It’s Olivia. It’s Brook Lynn. And I hate disappointing them. Most importantly, I hate disappointing you, but I’m — like, I’m not — I am not in a position to reconcile with — with Sonny right now.

Willow: Why not?

Michael: Because I would be lying… …faking respect for a man that I don’t have. The man that I grew up with, the man I grew up loving — he never came back from Nixon Falls. This man is a hypocrite. And he can’t stand being around my mom because when she looks at him, she sees him for what he’s not. And so do I.

Willow: That must be really painful for your dad… …to feel he’s not the man he once was, to know that you and your mom, the people he respects the most, don’t respect him. I’m sure that’s why he’s so infatuated with Nina, because she reflects back to him what he wants to see and tells him what he wants to hear.

Michael: Yeah, well, I hope they’re really happy together, then.

Willow: [ Inhales deeply ] Your father won’t be. He needs you, Michael. Sonny needs you to believe that he can be who he was again.

Michael: Sonny is convinced he’s — he’s perfect just the way that he is.

Willow: But you know better. And maybe for the sake of the father you loved, you can have some compassion for the man he’s turned out to be.

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Alexis: You slept with Esme? Not only is she crazy, she’s your son’s girlfriend. What the hell’s wrong with you?! Oh, my god, Nikolas.

Nikolas: I know. It was wrong. It was stupid. It was selfish.

Alexis: You think?

Nikolas: Please, just spare me the lecture. I’ve already heard it all from my mother.

Alexis: Does Ava know?

Nikolas: And Sonny.

Alexis: Well, I don’t know what you think I’m gonna add to this.[ Sighs ] Let’s just move on. Why don’t you tell me why you want me to protect your baby?

Nikolas: Martin is making sure that Esme is safe from jail and the police during the last few weeks of pregnancy. I’m concerned about after. I want full custody of my child.

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[ Monitor beeping ]

Finn: You can question her.

Jordan: Miss Prince, you are a person of interest in some ongoing cases.

Esme: I know — murders and porn.

Jordan: I understand you can’t remember anything, but Detective Falconeri and i were hoping we may be able to jog your memory.

Martin:  However, you do not have to answer their questions.

Esme: It’s okay. I want to.

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Elizabeth: I’m really sorry about Britt.

Terry: We made a really good team. The hospital won’t be the same without her.

Elizabeth: God knows, I had my issues with her, but she really stepped up and became a good co-chief of staff.

Terry: Yeah.  Professional respect turned to friendship. I’m really gonna miss Britt, you know?

Elizabeth: I know.

[ Cellphone beeps ]

Elizabeth: I’m here if you need anything.

Terry: Yeah. Gotta go. My next appointment is here.

Elizabeth: Okay.

Terry: Thank you for being a good friend.

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Spencer: I already told you that things between me and my father were damaged beyond repair. And Esme being pregnant with his kid makes that even worse. I’m not gonna be in the same house as him. Please, Uncle Victor, I need you to understand.

Victor: [ Sighs ] Get your things.

Spencer: Thank you.

Victor: [ Sighs ] Sonny, take a seat.

Sonny: No, that’s fine. Thank you, though.

Victor: We both care about Spencer’s future. I think we can help each other.

Sonny: Not even when hell freezes over.

Victor: This is as difficult for me as it is for you. But I’m prepared to put my pride aside for Spencer’s sake. Now, the big question is — are you?

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Nina: Well, Britt, you know, she had the kind of light inside of her that you always expect would keep burning. You should have seen her at her party that she threw for her birthday on New Year’s Eve. You never would have guessed that…

Ava: What? Guessed what?

Nina: Well, I guess there’s no harm in telling you now. Britt had Huntington’s Disease.

Ava: That’s a neurological disorder, isn’t it?

Nina: Yeah, it’s a really serious one. It’s genetic. Eventually, it would have killed her.

Ava: I’m so sorry. So that’s — that’s why she had her big party, huh?

Nina: Yeah. It was a goodbye of sorts, wasn’t it?  I just wish I knew so I could have told her how much I loved her. But at least she got the big birthday party that she always wanted, right?

Ava: Yeah.

Nina: And it’s a small consolation that Esme is in police custody.

Ava: Oh, Esme. She’s full of surprises. Turns out that she’s pregnant… with Nikolas’ baby.

Nina: What?

Ava: Mm-hmm.

Nina: Oh… what?! I have no idea how you must be feeling.

Ava: But we’re not — we’re not talking about me. We’re talking about you right now.

Nina: Hey, hey, hey. We’re both going through something right now. This is what we can do for each other. We can support each other.

Ava: The truth is, I am so mad. I am so angry with Nikolas. I don’t even think there’s a word to describe how mad I am.

Nina: Well, what are you gonna do?

Ava: I’m gonna take your advice. I’m gonna get this divorce over with as quickly as possible.

Nina: Yeah. Good. Good for you.

Ava: [ Chuckles ]

Nina: So you’ve given up this idea of revenge?

Ava: No. No. [ Laughs ] No, not exactly. No. And if I pull off this coup as expected, there’s gonna be a little reward in it for you, too.

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Willow: I’m so sorry about Dr. Westbourne. She was an excellent doctor — caring, compassionate.

Michael: Yeah, so it must be especially hard on you.

Terry: Britt was always focused on her patients. So I know that if she were still here, she’d tell me to get down to business. Let’s start with your recent bloodwork. [ Exhales sharply ] Alright. Unfortunately… your numbers aren’t where we want them. Your blast percentage has increased and your red blood cell count is actually a bit lower than before you began chemo.

Michael: What’s — w-w-what does that mean?

Terry: The chemo has not had the effect we hoped.

Willow: What about the baby?

Terry: I transferred your case to Dr. Navarro. According to your latest labs and ultrasound, your baby’s healthy. Your daughter is strong. But she’ll have to be for what’s next. You all will. Are you ready?

---

Nina: How does your revenge on Nikolas reward me?

Ava: I’m moving out.

Nina: Why?

Ava: I had a very productive meeting with Victor last night.

Nina: Productive for Victor, I’m sure.

Ava: And it turns out, he can give me exactly what I want.

Nina: Which is what?

Ava: Wyndemere. Spoon Island. The whole enchilada.

Nina: Good for you. You’re gonna take Nikolas’ home?

Ava: Well, it’s my home, too. And after all that loverboy has done, I’m gonna get my pound of flesh, every single acre of it.

Nina: So what makes you think that Victor or Nikolas will agree to that?

Ava: Well, I don’t know what recourse they have, considering my leverage — infidelities and — and children out of wedlock, and…

Nikolas: I, Nikolas Cassadine, of sound mind and body do hereby acknowledge and confess that I, and I alone, am responsible for the disappearance of Esme Prince. I know this because I killed her.

Ava: I am gonna get Wyndemere.

Nina: So you’re leaving?

Ava: Yeah. I thought you’d be happy to get rid of me.

Nina: Yeah.  [ Chuckles ] I’ve sort of gotten used to having you around.

Ava: Nina Reeves. Are you gonna miss me?

Nina: God help me.

Ava: [ Chuckles ]

Nina: I think I am.

Ava: [ Laughs ] Oh, you know something? If someone had told me sometime ago that I would hear you say those words, I would never have believed it. And if they told me that I would feel exactly the same way, I would have slapped them silly. But here we are.

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Sonny: This has nothing to do with pride. Only reason I’m here is because of Spencer. So go ahead. You — you need to say something? Say it.

Victor: I came back to Port Charles with one goal — to reunite my family. As a family man yourself, you must understand how important it was for me to strengthen my family against all threats. Now, I’ve done everything I can to bridge this chasm between Nikolas and Spencer, to try to show them how important it is for them to have a good father-son relationship. But…I’m just hoping that where I failed you — you might succeed. Spencer looks up to you. He listens to you. Use your influence with him to convince him that it’s in his best interest to r-repair his relationship with his father.

Sonny: You’re asking me for a favor after what you’ve done, Victor?

Victor: Oh, no, no. I’m not asking you to do me a favor, Sonny. This is for Spencer.

Sonny: Do you think it’s in Spencer’s best interest to be around his father? I don’t know if you know this, but there was a time where I was disappointed in Spencer. He was stalking Ava. But you know what? He was a kid. He was angry. He was hurt. He lashed out. Nikolas does not have an excuse. He has had every opportunity to be a — a father to his son. And he hasn’t done it, Victor!

Victor: I don’t disagree with you. Nikolas seems incapable of — of repairing the trust of his son. But I do know Nikolas loves Spencer. Now, sh– does he deserve to be cut out of his life? Can you honestly endorse that, given the state of affairs between you and your own son?

Sonny: Okay, this is where you — you gotta — you gotta watch yourself, okay? You keep my family out of your mouth. Or that will be the last time you ever say anything.

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Alexis: I’m not gonna be a part of taking away a child from its mother. It’s wrong.

Nikolas: You would leave my child at the tender mercies of Esme Prince because of your principles?

Alexis: Okay, I’m gonna tell you the truth. Sam was taken away from me by my father, and I am not about to help another Cassadine take away a child from its mother, no matter who she is.

Nikolas: But Esme isn’t —

Alexis: I know she’s awful. I don’t care. She’s still the mother.

Nikolas: The baby is mine, too. She can’t have any part in raising it.

Alexis: You know, Nikolas, it’s not like you have a record of being a sterling parent.

Nikolas: I know I’m far from perfect. Okay? I failed Spencer on every level, but I know what my mistakes are, and I won’t make them again as long as I don’t have to deal with Esme’s poisonous influence. She can’t have any part in raising our child.

Alexis: This isn’t about protecting an unborn child. This is about you wanting to atone for your mistakes.

---

Dante: That’s Cameron Webber. That’s Josslyn Jacks. They were the victims of the revenge porn. That’s Trina Robinson. She was framed for the revenge porn. That guy there, that’s Oz Haggerty. He accused you of drugging him. He’s also one of the victims in The Hook attacks.

Esme: I-I don’t recognize any of these people, and I don’t know why I would have done such horrible things. I-I’m not a murderer, at least I don’t think I am. Just — I can’t look at any more photos. Take that away.

Martin:  That’s alright. Just remember, she is a young, pregnant woman with traumatic memory loss. Unless you’re gonna charge her with any of these heinous crimes, I’m afraid I’m gonna have to pull the plug on this interrogation. Right now.

[ Monitor beeping ]

Jordan: Miss Prince, Mr. Grey, we’ll be in touch.

[ Door closes ]

Martin:  Hey. Not to worry. I know how to set you free.

---

Dante: If she’s faking it, she’s putting on a hell of a performance.

Jordan: And if she’s not?

Dante: It doesn’t really change anything. We still have evidence and witness testimony tying her to the revenge porn and the drugging and attempted murder of Oz Haggerty. Right, just ’cause she doesn’t remember doing it doesn’t mean she’s innocent.

Jordan: And The Hook attacks?

Dante: I don’t think it’s her.

---

Finn: I was just, uh, picking up a chart.

Elizabeth: I could tell Terry really appreciated you stepping in to help with the Esme situation.

Finn: How are you doing? I can imagine how difficult this is seeing Esme again.

Elizabeth: It was certainly a shock.

Finn: Yeah, especially, since she’s pregnant with, uh, Nik’s baby after you recently miscarried.

Elizabeth: You don’t have to do this.

Finn: Do what?

Elizabeth: Pretend like you care.

---

Finn: I’m not pretending. I-I would never do that with you. You’ll always be Violet’s aunt, and I’ll always care about you. Just ’cause we didn’t work out, that doesn’t change how I feel.

Elizabeth: Finn, wait. There’s something I have to tell you… about Esme.

---

Jordan: It’s too soon to drop Esme as a suspect in the hook attacks.

Dante: I-I know, I know, I understand. But — but let’s — you know, it’s getting less and less likely, right? So you have the victims — Ava, Diane, Oz Haggerty — all ties to Trina, right? The two outliers being Brando Corbin and the exotic animal dealer. And Brando was only killed ’cause he followed Josslyn out into the alleyway and he was attacked.

Jordan: Yeah. Well, wrong place, wrong time.

Dante: Right. And then you got the exotic animal dealer probably hooking the killer up with — with the venom.

Jordan: So he was killed to shut him up.

Dante: Right. And Esme in her condition… I mean, do you really think she could have killed that guy and jumped out the window when she heard me coming in the room? I just don’t see it.

Jordan: Well, who else would be targeting the people around Trina Robinson?

Dante: Well, why don’t we look at it a different way? Maybe we can eliminate Esme as a suspect by figuring out where she’s been hiding out the last few months.

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Michael: We always knew that the bone marrow transplant was Willow’s best chance, so, um, we’re ready to do whatever it takes to help her beat this.

Terry: The match comes at a good time. Given Willow’s labs, I want to schedule this transplant as soon as possible.

Willow: Isn’t it possible the procedure could harm the baby?

Terry: Complications can arise with bone marrow transplant. Given that you’re eight months pregnant and how healthy the baby is, my preference would be for you to deliver before the procedure.

Willow: But couldn’t a premature birth harm the baby?

Terry: Dr. Navarro will add her opinion, but plenty of babies are born prematurely safely and without complications. I think you have every reason to expect a positive outcome. As soon as you’re ready after delivering… we’ll do the transplant. I’ll give you some time to discuss.

Michael: Okay, alright. So — so the chemo results weren’t exactly what we were hoping for, but we’re blessed to have found a donor.

Willow: I’m not so sure I can go through with it.

---

Nina: Uh, I don’t have much family, and it seems to be getting smaller every day. Britt and Nelle and J and then… not being able to see Wiley. Didn’t we start to team up when I was on the brink of losing the family that I found with Valentin and Charlotte? We have been through a lot, haven’t we? I’ve really come to depend on you.

Ava: I’ve lost my fair share of family, too, haven’t I? And Nikolas was my family. Oh, that’s why it hurt so much when our marriage fell apart. But you were there for me. Gave me a place to stay… [ Chuckles ] …So I wouldn’t be alone, a place where I had a friend I could confide in. [ Voice breaking ] It means so much to me.

Nina: I hope you get everything you want. You go get ’em. And just so you know… your room’s not going anywhere.

---

Nikolas: Spencer’s the one that gave up on me. I don’t blame him. I mean, I made mistake after mistake. I-I betrayed him in all of the worst ways.

Alexis: I’ll say. You slept with his girlfriend. [ Sighs ] But you are still his father.

Nikolas: Doesn’t matter. No. Spencer looks at me, he sees a cautionary tale. I’m not the kind of man that he wants to be. In his eyes, the only way to prevent that is to sever all ties. I don’t even think he’s wrong. But I have a responsibility to my unborn child to rectify the mistakes of my past, to give my baby, the unborn baby, the life that I could never give Spencer.

Alexis: What about your responsibility to Spencer? You keep talking and focusing on this unborn baby. Have you just given up your relationship with Spencer, the son you already have?

---

Finn: Elizabeth, what about Esme?

Elizabeth: [ Sighs ]

Jordan: Nurse Baldwin? A few minutes?

Elizabeth: Uh, can you give me a second?

Jordan: This won’t take long.

Elizabeth: Yes. What do you need?

Jordan: A statement… about you and Esme Prince.

---

Victor: I, uh, remember the news surrounding a — a rather contentious visitation battle between your son and your… well, Nina Reeves. I also know that you and your father overcame your own differences towards the end of his life, and I’m asking you to use that experience to help give Spencer the same chance with his father as you had with yours.

Sonny: In a relationship… both people have to want it and be willing to work at it. Nikolas doesn’t want to work at it, and I don’t even think Spencer wants it anyway. So if he changes his mind, it’s not gonna be because of me.

Victor: Well, we never have as much time as we want.

Sonny: What does that mean?

Spencer: I’m ready.

Sonny: That’s all you got?

Spencer: Uh, yeah. I bumped into Demetrius on his way up to the north tower. He said he’d be happy to send the rest of my things.

Victor: Well, the north tower’s closed.

Spencer: I guess not anymore. He went right up the stairs after I finished talking to him.

Victor: Ah, well, I’ll make sure the rest of your things are sent out to you.

Spencer: Thank you for understanding, Uncle Victor. I’ll still see you around, I hope.

Victor: [ Chuckles ] Just try to get rid of me.

Spencer: I don’t care what everyone says about you. I’m glad that you’re here.

Victor: So am I.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

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Elizabeth: I don’t understand. I already gave you my statement after Esme attacked me on the pier.

Dante: Right. Uh, do you remember — do you remember if she was pregnant at all?

Elizabeth: I was actually just about to tell Finn that I was surprised when I found out she was pregnant, so, no, I didn’t notice that night. Sorry I can’t be more helpful.

Dante: No, no, I mean — I mean, all the surviving victims, not one of them have mentioned that their attacker was pregnant, and she would have been showing at the time.

Elizabeth: Yeah, well, it was dark and she was wearing all black. It happened really fast. And I hit my head, things just went…fuzzy. Is she still a prime suspect in the attacks?

Jordan: She’s still a person of interest, but we have reason to think she may not be the killer.  I reviewed the statement Britt Westbourne gave to Detective Bennet. Dr. Westbourne fought with the hook for several minutes, but she was also an OB. It seems likely that she would have noticed if she was pregnant, but she made no mention of it. Still, we can’t rule Esme out as a suspect.

Dante: The real question is, where has Esme been hiding and why?

Finn: I don’t know the why, but I got an idea about the where. You might want to start with Wyndemere.

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Nikolas: Spencer’s a grown man. He’s made his decision. Of course, I’m gonna be here for him if he changes his mind and he wants a relationship with me.

Alexis: And meanwhile, you get a do-over with this unborn baby? No, that’s not how it works. And what are you gonna do when the baby grows up and wants to know where his brother is? You’re gonna say, “I gave up on him”? You don’t get to do that. A parent takes care of all of their children. That’s your job. It might be impossible sometimes, but that’s your job, Nikolas.

Nikolas: I hear you. [ Sighs ] But right now, I can’t do anything for Spencer, so I’m gonna do everything I can for my unborn baby. And that includes protecting it from Esme. She’s dangerous. Can you — can you honestly say that it’s in that child’s best interest to have Esme Prince in its life? I love this baby, and I want to do right by it.

Alexis: I will find you another attorney that can handle difficult custody cases.

Nikolas: Thank you.

Alexis: Thank me by taking my advice. Do not give up on Spencer.

---

Michael: Well, hey, hey, isn’t this good news? I mean, the baby is gonna be here sooner than we expected. You’re gonna get a bone marrow transplant and… [ Exhales sharply ] …You’ll recover from leukemia.

Willow: I’m afraid of giving birth early. What if something goes wrong?

Michael: You heard Terry. She wouldn’t have recommended early labor if — if she thought it would harm the baby.

[ Door opens ]

Terry: Unfortunately, I have some bad news.

---

Ava: Well , you’re not gonna be completely alone after I leave. You’ll still have Sonny.

Nina: True. So what are you gonna do on that big pile of rocks all by yourself?

Ava: Well, I have Avery. And I’m assuming that you’re gonna pop in from time to time.

Nina: Yeah, I’ll tag along when Sonny comes to pick up and drop off Avery.  [ Laughs ] What?

Ava: I, uh… I just… [ Chuckles ] I just never imagined that you would end up dating the father of my daughter. It’s just weird.

Nina: It is weird. Life is funny, isn’t it?

[ Both laugh ]

[ Door opens ]

Nina: Hey!

Sonny: [ Chuckles ] Hey.

Ava: Hey. Hi. You have a key, huh?

Sonny: Yeah, I guess I’m special.

Nina: Yeah. You’re very, very special. Where — where’s Spencer?

Ava: Spencer?

Sonny: He’s going to be living with me for a little while. I just dropped him off at the penthouse.

Nina: How’s he doing?

Sonny: Well, between, you know, losing Britt and cutting ties with his father, he’s not having the greatest day.

Ava: Well, I’m glad he has you.

Sonny: Yeah, well, I-I never thought I’d see the day that you would, you know, feel bad for Spencer.

Ava: You know, he apologized to me. He did. A real sincere apology.

Sonny: Well, good for him. Yeah.

Ava: Yeah. And that’s one less person that I have to evict from Wyndemere. I’m taking it from Nikolas in the divorce.

Sonny: [ Laughs ] Congratulations.

Ava: Mm-hmm. Oh, that reminds me.

Sonny: What?

Ava: I have to call my lawyer. So… excuse me.

Sonny: Alright. So, uh… …how you holding up?

Nina: Not great. Not great. Spencer’s not the only one having a rough time of it.

Sonny: Yeah?

Nina: Yeah.

Sonny: Would you like me to take care you?

Nina: I do want you to take care of me.

Sonny: Okay.

Nina: Hold me. Take care of me. But before we do all that, how about… two hot ciders? I’ve got those cinnamon sticks.

Sonny: Mm. Okay.

Nina: Okay. I’ll be right back.

Sonny: Alright. [ Sighs ]

---

Willow: Whatever the news, tells us. We can handle it.

Terry: All bone marrow donors have to undergo a physical exam before donating. Your donor’s doctor didn’t clear her for the procedure.

---

Nina: As promised, two hot ciders with cinnamon sticks. Hey. Is everything okay? Sonny?

Sonny: No.

---

Willow: But how can that be?

Terry: Sometimes potential donors have medical conditions that make them unable to donate that they weren’t aware they had before they entered the registry. That’s why we do the physicals.

Michael: Where do we go from here?

Terry:We keep looking for a match.

Michael: I know — I know you’re doing everything you can.

Willow: And I wasn’t sure I wanted to go through early labor.

Terry:Given your lab numbers, I’d like us to prioritize this.

Michael: What — what about, um — what about other treatments?

Terry:We have to consider them, of course. Anything to give us time to find a new donor.

Michael: Okay? Uh, just — just let me know how I can help. Any resources you need, don’t hesitate to ask.  We will do everything in our power to give Willow… the time that she needs. We’re still in this fight.

Terry:Absolutely.

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Esme: How can you set me free? The cops seem so sure that I’ve done all of these terrible things.

Martin: Hey. Now, the only evidence that ties you to that revenge porn or drugging the bartender is testimony of a dead man. As for the murders, the police got a theory that links you from a motivational standpoint, but some of the victims don’t fit the pattern. And not to be too indelicate about it, but you are very pregnant and that casts serious doubt on whether or not you would even be capable of attacking somebody like that with a hook.

Esme: Do you know how condescending you sound?

Martin: Yeah. But don’t take it out on me. I’m a feminist. I’m just telling you what I know.

Esme: [ Exhales sharply ] So… what does all of this mean?

Martin: One thing is for sure. If you had an alibi, I might be able to… persuade the PCPD not to charge you. So, it’s vital we figure out before they do where you’ve been hiding all this time.

Esme: Then I would have an alibi?

Martin: Key to your freedom.

---

Jordan: We searched Wyndemere for Esme once before, after Oz Haggerty’s testimony at Trina’s trial.

inn: Yeah, you know, I just think she’s been hiding out on the island. Maybe not the house, but, you know, every time she’s been seen, it’s been near the pier where the launch departs from, you know, and of all the places in Port Charles where Esme spent time, she spent most of it on Spoon Island. Seems like that’d be the best place to make it difficult for her to be detected, alright? Especially if everybody was focused on Wyndemere.

Dante: They did find her on The Haunted Star soaking wet. Maybe she was going to or from Wyndemere and… fell in the water?

Jordan: It’s certainly worth searching Wyndemere again for evidence of her presence on the island.

---

Victor: Ah, just the person I wanted to see.

Nikolas: I know we have a lot to discuss —

Victor: Oh, indeed we do. Starting with what’s been going on in the north tower.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Laura (to Elizabeth): Why would that be a good thing?

Spencer: She needs to be held accountable.

Esme: You really think I did all those crazy things?

Victor (to Nikolas): The Cassadines would be better off if they cut their losses.

Dex (to Josslyn): If you’re not careful, it can really mess you up.

Willow (to Michael): Why don’t you hate me for this?

Sonny: This in-fighting has to stop.

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Nina: Britt. Look at you, so beautiful. Turbulent. Doctor of the year. Everything you did to help people… everything you still could have done and… it’s not fair.

[ Sighs ]

[ Horse whinnies softly ] I want to stay with thor. Uh, we’ll go back. We just, uh, need to take a minute. ‘Cause mommy’s tired? No, it’s just — it’s — it’s cold outside. We just need to warm up.

[ Horse whinnies ]

[ Shivering ] I’m not cold. What? You’re freezing. Your nose is about to fall off. It is not! Oh, yeah? Okay. Then, uh, what do you call, uh — what do you call this? That’s your thumb. Are you sure? You better check. When my little sister comes, I’m gonna guard her nose, and she’s gonna guard mine. Oh, is that right? I can’t wait for her to be here.

[ Chuckles ] Neither can we.

[ Horse whinnies ] I understand that clairborne county, colorado, is a very rural area, but I do not understand how, in this digital age, there could be still three josiahs out there that you can’t find addresses for. That is a great idea. Please keep on it, and remember that a woman’s life could depend on this. Josslyn: Mom? In the kitchen. I barely slept.

[ Breathes sharply ] Wow. You look like how I feel. Yeah, I worked late last night. Wasn’t supposed to come in this morning, but someone called in sick, so here I am. I’m on my break, though, so, coffee? Espresso — double.

[ Chuckles ] Just kidding. Yeah, coffee’s fine. Thank you. Coming right up. Some night, huh?

[ Sighs ] The good news is esme’s in custody. The bad news is… she’s pregnant. I’m sorry. I’m gonna need you to say that again one more time, so I heard you correctly. They found esme? Yeah. And she’s pregnant? Yes. Which brings me to my question, um — do you have any tips for how to be a good big brother?

[ Indistinct conversations ]

[ Monitor beeping ] I can’t sleep. Can you give me something stronger?

[ Beeping continues ] Yes, I can arrange that. You’re sure the baby’s okay? I already told you, the baby’s heart pattern looks good. There are no signs of distress. I still can’t believe esme jumped. I mean, it’s a miracle. Right? That she and the baby are okay? Yeah, she’s one lucky girl. I’m glad martin agreed to take her case. I just — I wish I could get in there and talk to esme. Nikolas. What? I’m just saying. That’s not gonna happen. Esme: Who are you?

[ Monitor beeping ] I’m glad you asked, esme. I am a mother whose daughter has been taken from her. And what do you want? My pound of flesh.

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Nikolas, listen to me — you need to stay as far away from esme as possible. Listen, if esme is faking her amnesia, I’m gonna know. Why would she? She has all the leverage if she remembers, and seeing you could bring back those memories. Do you — do you want to risk that? Of course not, but if I — then stay out of her room. Hey, you went in there, and she didn’t “remember you.” Well, I’m not the father of her baby, and my face isn’t the last one she saw before she chucked herself off the parapet. I want to see esme myself. Too bad. The longer it takes to remember, the better for us. It buys us time. For what, I have no idea. But I don’t want to think about that right now. Hey. It’s gonna be okay, elizabeth. No, listen to me. As we speak, demetrius is cleaning every trace of evidence that esme was in the north tower, and once he’s done, it is gonna be esme’s word against ours. Great. Until then, stay away from her. Drew: Hey, guys. I just came by to see if I could take comet out for a little ride.

[ Breathes sharply ] Uncle drew, did you meet thor? I did not. In the paddock. Did he bring his hammer? Actually, uh — uh, thor is what wiley named the new foal. Oh, right. Of course. I mean, I saw him out there — I just didn’t know he had a new name. Can I take uncle drew out to meet thor? Please? Wiley’s so excited about the new horse, we can’t keep up with him.

[ Chuckles ] Mommy and daddy are too cold.

[ Laughs ] Well, I would love it if you took me out to introduce me to the one and only thor. Yay!

[ Mouths words ]

[ Horse whinnies ] Come on.

[ Chuckles ] Show me the way. Is he strong? I just need a minute.

[ Door closes ] You got it. Dex. What are you doing here? I-I needed to talk to you. Did you hear about dr. Westbourne? No. What about her? There was another hook attack last night. Oh, god. That’s awful. Why would the hook attack britt? Well, the way I understand it, the hook was after someone else, britt intervened, and the intended victim got away. Well, that’s good. I mean, no one got hurt, right? Britt’s okay, isn’t she?

[ Whispers ] Uh, come here. Come here. No, she’s not. Britt died. But she — britt was fine. She’s fine. Well, according to the invader, britt suffered a scratch. The hook had poison on it, and britt collapsed about an hour later. Was she alone? No, she was with her mom. Oh, my god.

[ Breathes deeply ] I know it’s terrible. It’s awful. It’s — this happened because of me. So, did you know? Esme and your father… I found out right before I went to pentonville. That is rough. I knew that my father had slept with esme, but I did not know that esme was pregnant until last night. A-and your father, how long has he known? No idea. But I definitely got the impression that he knew before last night. Mm, and did esme admit to attacking people with the hook? No. Of course not. Can you imagine esme admitting to anything, ever?

[ Sighs ] She said she can’t remember a thing. Nina. Hi. Hey, thank you for meeting me here. You know, there are reporters all around the metro court hoping to get a quote about britt. I — you know, I had the security try to — what? They’re vultures, okay? Yeah, I hope that they don’t get ahold of aunt liesl ’cause that will not be pretty. Is this all you got here, one box? Yeah. Just one box. That’s all she had. Alright. Frank, can you take this to nina’s car? Yes, sir. Hey. Hey. Yeah? How are you doing otherwise? Well, I’m not great. I’m really worried about aunt liesl. You know, I talked to scott this morning, and she is broken. She’s grieving. She lost a child. There’s no greater pain.

[ Whispers ] Yeah, I know. You know, she doesn’t handle grief well. I mean, who does? But she was supposed to be here. She packed that box. Where do you think she is? Did — did liesl know that esme prince is in this hospital? I d– sonny. No. “A pound of flesh”? Shakespeare, right?

[ Monitor beeping ] Perhaps you’ll recognize another quote from his scottish tragedy in which a certain lady says, “look like th’innocent flower, but be the serpent under’T.” Look, I-I-I-I — I-I don’t know what happened to your daughter, but whatever did, I-I-I-I don’t remember. Is that supposed to invoke my mercy? No, look — that the taking of my daughter’s life was forgettable? Look, I’m sorry. Whatever happened to your daughter, I didn’t do it! How do you know if you don’t remember? You do not deserve the peace I’m about to bestow upon you, but the world does. Now, you owe my daughter an explanation. And you’d better think of one fast because you’re about to see her.

[ Muffled shouting ]

Schweigen! Another peep, and I will make this exquisitely painful. You scratched her with that infernal hook. She died in my arms. Now it’s your turn.

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[ Muffled ] Don’t! Please! My baby! You need to accept that nothing you say right now matters. The only thing that matters is dr. Britta westbourne. My daughter — murdered, poisoned, taken by you.

Was ist das? You’re pregnant? Cameron: Do you think that esme might be faking her amnesia to avoid being charged as the hook? She is capable of anything.

[ Sighs ] On the other hand, she’s got a baby bump out to here, so… for her to be running around stabbing people, it seems unlikely. But if esme isn’t the hook, that means that somebody else is out there targeting trina and the rest of us. But who else besides esme would be targeting trina? I don’t know. But I do think that you and me and trina and josslyn, we should all get together and figure out what’s next. Yeah, you know what? You guys might have to meet without me. Just let me know what you decide. Why are you acting so weird? Is — is this about our parents or…? W– what? I do– I don’t know what you mean. No, um, what is it? What’s going on? Joss and I broke up. Josslyn, this is not your fault. There is only one person who is responsible for this, and it sure as hell isn’t you. Yeah. But if we had stayed… stayed where? What are you talking about? I was the intended victim.

[ Breathes sharply ] Britt interfered with me. I got away. What? Josslyn, oh, my god. Are you okay? Yeah, I’m fine. Thanks to britt and dex. Was it esme? I don’t know. I — [ Sobs ] The attacker was wearing a mask. I-I couldn’t see their face. All I saw was this hook swinging around. Why didn’t you wait for the police? I-I was — I was so freaked out. I just — I wanted to get out of there, and I didn’t have anything helpful to tell them. So you left britt alone? Well, she said it was okay.

[ Breathes sharply ] She — she said she was fine. She told us to go. She had it handled. You spoke to britt? Yes. She wasn’t wounded. Nothing was wrong. I didn’t know she was injured. That — that — that’s not what I mean. I don’t think she knew. Josslyn, that’s not what I’m asking. Why did britt tell the police that she didn’t know the identity of the person being attacked? Because of me. Everything seems fine. Yeah, I’m gonna go try to find aunt liesl, okay?

[ Indistinct conversations ] Elizabeth. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to interrupt. Have — have you — have you seen liesl obrecht? No, not since last night.

[ Cellphone beeps ] Sorry… no, that’s okay. Sonny. What do you want? Have you spoken to spencer? Not today. Why? Well, as you recall, he and britt were pretty close. I’m concerned about how he’s taking the news of her death. Why don’t you try talking to him? Because he’s not taking any of my phone calls or texts. What did you do now? Oh, you’re gonna find out soon enough. As you heard, uh, esme is in the hospital. Yeah, she’s right in that room. That’s right. Yeah. Right. Turns out she’s pregnant. Are you telling me that spencer’s gonna be a father? It’s not spencer’s baby. It’s mine.

[ Suspenseful music plays ] You sick —

[ Grunts ]

[ Punch lands ] Out, out, brief candle!

[ Sobbing ] Your end will be far more merciful than the one you gave my daughter.

[ Door opens ] Oh, my god! Aunt liesl, stop!

[ Monitor beeping ] What have you done?

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You and joss broke up? Oh, you think you can’t believe it? But when I got out of pentonville, I asked you, and you said that you guys were good. I thought we were. I guess I was wrong. So the breakup wasn’t mutual, then? Joss said that we have grown apart. Is this because of that jerk, dex? You made my daughter leave the scene of a crime. I want to know why. Dex didn’t make me do anything. It was a mutual decision. And britt agreed. She said she could handle it. And what if the attacker had followed you? Where did you go? The reason we didn’t stick around for the police is because I was carrying. It’s a gun sonny gave me for work. It’s not registered to me. I don’t know where it came from or what would come back if the police ran a trace on it. Well, at least I know why you felt safe going wherever.

[ Sighs ] Alright, you should probably go. It’s okay. Your mom has questions, I’m happy to explain. Thank you, but I can fill her in. I’m gonna walk you out.

[ Door opens ] Look, joss. I… listen, it’s just better if my mom hears everything from me. Everything? Oh, god, no. No, I just want to make sure she understands that you didn’t talk me into anything. And that the decisions I made were mine. Any regrets? Other than leaving britt alone… not one. I feel like I should stay.

[ Breathes deeply ] This is between me and my mom. I won’t push anymore. You know how to reach me. Yeah, I do. Bye. [ Sniffles ]

[ Horse whinnies in distance ] Okay. Let’s go visit thor. No. Are you sure you’re not — not doing too much? Please, I’m barely doing anything. And I just don’t want you to push yourself too hard. Now that the first round of chemo is out of the way, I’m getting my strength back. This morning, I was actually hungry. Uh, yeah, I noticed, you, uh, you ate a whole piece of toast. And I picked it up all by myself. Mm.

[ Laughs ] I am going to get through this. I’m counting on it.

[ Breathes sharply ] Don’t panic. Melanie lured wiley back into the house with some [Chuckling] Hot chocolate. What about us? We like hot chocolate. Aw. You guys seem like you’re doing better. We’re hanging in there. Yeah. Hey, have you, um — have you heard anything at all from the donor registry? Uh, no match yet, but, you know, hope springs eternal. How is the search going for my birth family?

[ Sighs ] Well, I’m sorry, I don’t have any — any new news, but my reporters, they’re still working on it. Well, hopefully they find a lead soon because obviously a relative is the best bet for a bone marrow donor. Yeah, well, believe me, they know the urgency here. And I’m glad I ran into you guys, because I do have a question. Fire away. Yeah, um… willow, did — did harmony or doug stay in touch with the leader of the commune in colorado? Specifically, did they ever mention a guy by the name of josiah? Yes. Didn’t I tell you? Harmony took me to visit josiah after we left. Aunt liesl.

[ Monitor beeping ]

[ Breathes sharply ] Oh, my god. Did you kill her?! Not yet. That was just a sedative to keep her quiet. Okay, okay. So esme’s fine, baby is fine. There’s no lasting injury. Not yet. No! Not ever. Okay, I-I’ve got to get you out of here. You go. I’ll be just a moment. No! No! Stop it! Give — stop it! Aunt liesl! Listen to me! This is not what britt would have wanted. My britta cannot want anything anymore. She’s dead because of her! Oh. Okay, so you would kill a mother and her baby?

Nein. I would not. Not the baby.

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What do you remember about your visit to josiah?

[ Sighs ] Sorry. I don’t remember much of anything. I only know I visited because it was my first time on an airplane. I remember looking out the window at the clouds and harmony giving me a piece of gum so my ears would pop, but…that’s about it. And that’s the only time that you went to visit him? As far as I can recall. Shiloh made harmony cut ties with josiah when we joined dawn of day. Yeah, of course he did. He had to cut off your escape route. Why? Do you think josiah knew who my birth father was? Well… look, my reporters are still searching for other members of the commune, but we do think that, you know, josiah probably would be our best bet. Well… here’s hoping you find him. And soon. In the meantime, it’s so important just to stay positive. Okay? I know. And…I am. Yeah, you are. Good. And if I can ask… if you’ve got time and you have the energy, just to give carly a call, okay? She’s just concerned that with the stress of the pregnancy, any more bad news about the search for your biological family could just be a little overwhelming for you. Well, mom doesn’t know that — that willow’s sick. No. No, willow asked me not to say anything, and — and I haven’T. She’s just — she’s worried. And to be honest, I’m worried, too, just that maybe you’re losing hope. Believe me, I am holding onto hope with both hands. I am determined to be here to see my daughter and wiley grow up.

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cody? Are you here? Felicia! Hey. You just missed it. Missed what? Well, I brought in the new year by staying up all night helping a-a struggling filly. She was, uh, trying to give birth. Uh! It reminded me of the time I helped britt with that miracle baby born on christmas eve. You know, if you think about it, I guess every life is a miracle.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. So, uh, what brings you to the q stables so bright and early? Mac has been trying to reach you. He’s in the middle of an investigation. Otherwise he would have come here to tell you himself. Tell me what? I am so sorry, cody. Britt died last night. Maxie jones, you and britt westbourne were friends and related by marriage, right? Do you have a comment on her tragic death? Can you please have the decency to let us grieve before you hound us with questions? Hey! Hey! Leave her alone! Whoa, whoa, whoa. This is my hotel. Get away from her! If you don’t leave now, I’m calling security. No. Leave! Go!

[ Sighs ] Thank you, nina. I can’t believe this. Any of it. No. Neither can I. Liesl, what are you doing? What does it look like? I’m saving what’s left of my daughter. I need to make a phone call.You already made a phone call. If your lawyer doesn’t want to show up, I don’t know what to tell you. I need to talk to my son. Britt westbourne is dead. She wasn’t just my ex-girlfriend, she was — she was an important part of spencer’s life. And I need to reach him before anyone else tells him about it. But he’s not taking any of my calls. You can do that on your own time. I mean, we got a string of murders we’re trying to solve here, and I need answers. So why don’t we start with you telling me about your relationship with spencer’s girlfriend, esme prince?

[ Monitor beeping ] Can’t you take these off me? Sorry, the staff’s not allowedto remove the restraints. All I remember is… waking up here with some police detective asking me questions that I couldn’t answer. Are you sure there’s nothing else you remember, esme?

[ Door closes ] Did we have a good night’s sleep last night? And did we make all gone with our breakfast smoothie? Where were you last night? My favorite security guard looked the other way again and covered for me while I slipped out for a little night air. And where’d you go? Oh, you know, this way and that. Did your, uh…walk take you anywhere near the pier? I don’t know what you mean. Word is someone’s sunk a hook into britt westbourne last night. Oh, dear. How is she? She’s dead. I don’t know how I couldn’t have seen it. I mean, I must be blind. It was right in front of my face. What was? Not what. Who. It was you.

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Oh. Hi, honey. What are you doing here? Well, um… trina called. Said she’s worried about you. Said you’re having a hard time shaking the news about britt’s death. It’s just so tragic and unbelievable. And [Sighs, chuckles] She wasn’t just my boss. I-I respected her. She was my friend. I know. It is tragic, baby. Look, I want you to know, right here and now, that I will stand by your side. I will hold your hand at britt’s memorial service, okay? I’m here for you. Because… this morning when I woke up, I watched you sleep. And, baby, I was just… I was overcome with gratitude for you and for us. Look, life goes on. Just has to. So, I went to the florist and I said, “help me. Please help me with something that will give us hope for the future.” And… what is that, babe?

[ Chuckles ] That is a calathea. The florist says it symbolizes new beginnings. Well, that gave me hope. Because you and i are a new beginning. Britt got nicked by the hook and — and — and the venom poisoned her. So she died on the night of her first birthday party. It’s tragic. It’s hard to make sense of it. Yep. W-w-why would the hook target her? From what I understand, the attacker was targeting someone else. Britt stepped in and saved one life, only to lose her own. Yeah, but she was a doctor. She was destined to save so many more lives. Her poor mother.

[ Sighs deeply ] Does dr. Obrecht know? Britt died in her mother’s arms. At least she wasn’t alone. This is just so unbelievable. I mean… you know, as smart and as beautiful as britt was, she… life never seemed to give her a break. That sounds like someone else I know. Thank you both for — for meeting me here. Um… I had — I talked to the funeral home and they need something for britt to wear.

[ Sighs ] And aunt liesl, she’s not up to it, of course. And honestly, I’m not sure I am, either. Did anyone talk to the police? Are they okay with us going to her room? Y-yeah. I talked to mac and he said it was fine because britt was not the intended target. She… she was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. Wrong for her, but she did manage to save someone else’s life. Britt would have loved to hear people talk about her as a hero.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah.

[ Chuckles ] And I could just s-see her lapping it up. Making all the haters eat every nasty word they ever said to her.

[ Exhales deeply ]

[ Voice breaking ] Why isn’t she here? My whole life I was always a loner. I didn’t make many friends, and then to meet your bff in your 30s… how can I live in a world without her?

[ Sobbing ] Hey. Remember the last time we saw her? How hard she pushed for us to become friends? Let’s honor her in that way. And — and let’s spare liesl from having to pick out her last outfit. You’re right. Let’s do this. For britt. Packing up britt’s office is not something that needs to happen right now. Well, on the contrary, it can’t wait. Do you want me to call scott? No, he’s busy taking care of the arrangements, dealing with the press, attending to all the details. The least I can do is collect britta’s things and keep them safe. Even if I couldn’t keep my own daughter safe. Someone had to look out for our daughter. Protect her from all those people out there trying to destroy her. And no offense, lover, but you’re not exactly the man you used to be. Stuck in the chair like that. And you still can’t seem to hook the right fish. I never said I was perfect! And…when you bat .300 in baseball, even if they’re not all home runs, you still get into the hall of fame. That’s me. Besides, I’m gonna make it right this time. How about you make it right, now? Like, how, oh, so wise one? Confess. So our daughter can go free.

[ Recorder beeps ] Is that really necessary? I’ve already admitted that esme’s carrying my baby. What happened there? Esme and spencer break up, and — and you what? You’re just there to pick up the pieces? I’m not a predator, if that’s what you’re saying. Okay, when’s the last time you saw esme? Must have been trina’s trial. Did you know she was pregnant at the time? Of course not. So when did you find out? Like, before or after she allegedly went on the run? Where are you going with this? Where am I going with this?

[ Mumbles ] The problem I’m having is if esme’s the killer, sure, I can see her getting the drop on diane. Maybe, maybe she nicks britt with the hook dipped in venom. But I don’t see her taking down a military veteran like brando or a cop — cabrera. Especially if she’s seven months pregnant. What are you saying? I’m saying if esme is the killer, I think she’s getting help. My memory begins when I woke up in this hospital bed. I mean, being pregnant? How far along? Seven months. You really don’t remember how this happened? Or who the father is? I’m sorry, but no. The… the police say that I’ve done terrible things, but I-I-I don’t remember any of it. I mean, revenge porn? I-I don’t even remember my own name or — or what i like for breakfast! All right. It’s okay. I think I know someone who can help you.

[ Sighs deeply ]

[ Knock on door ]

[ Door opens ] Hello. Wait. I… I know you. I-I-I remember that face. But… I know who you are.

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It’s empty. So is the closet. Okay. Thank you. Thank you so much for the info. All right. So, apparently britt had some of her things shipped on her birthday, I’m guessing, to wherever she was going on vacation. Her entire wardrobe? The front desk also said that she arranged to have a bunch of her clothes delivered to G.H. Charities. It’s almost like britt knew she wasn’t coming back. No, no, no way. She had just thrown herself this huge birthday party. Yeah. Yeah. But why have us plan it and insist that we become friends? When we’re so obviously not. Yeah, but the point is, britt wanted us to be. It was really important to her. It’s almost like she knew we would need each other. Wait. Her will. She said she’d just written one and was leaving everything to me. I mean, who — who does that at her age? And then plans a vacation out of nowhere? Not to mention her giving cody the heave-ho. It’s like she was burning all of her bridges. Yeah, but why? And why couldn’t she share that with me? We were friends. Best friends, but… I guess I never really knew britt at all. Okay. All right. I want you to sit, both of you. Why? Because… I know something that you two don’T. But you should. I promise you, no one will take anything that’s in here without checking with me first. Okay? And I-I’ll make sure that everything that belongs to the hospital is returned and that everything that belonged to britt will get to you. Thank you, austin. And thank you for your birthdaypresent for britta. It meant so much to her. Seeing that photo montage of britta and the people in her life — that was proof. It was proof that her life was worthwhile. I think every life is worthwhile. My britta was loved, wasn’t she? Yes, she was. Of course. She really was. Love, real love was in short supply when britta was growing up. I wonder if she ever knew how much she was loved when she saw those faces on the screen. I don’t think we’re ever really gonna know for sure. But I’m gonna choose to believe that it changed her mind. About what? About leaving town for good. What do you mean, for good? She was just going on a vacation. That’s what she wanted everyone to believe. Yeah. She was going away to die, wasn’t she? Esme, this is dr. Kevin collins. Doctor, um, yes, tha– that’s right. I-I remember that you’re a doctor now. Um, but that name. What did you say your name was again? Kevin collins. And what kind of doctor are you? I’m a psychiatrist. Do you know what that means? I lost my memory. I’m not stupid.

[ Chuckles ] You’re a shrink. Are you here to pick my brain? I’m here to listen. Nurse baldwin. Uh, uh, that’s your name? Baldwin? Elizabeth baldwin. I’ll be in the hallway if you need me. May I? So, esme. Is there anything that you’d like to ask me or anything you’d like to tell me? You have a very trustworthy face. And a familiar one, apparently. It’s like… I know you, but… …I-it’s just outside of my reach and I can’t put my finger on it. Have we met before? Actually, our paths have crossed. I’m related to spencer by marriage. Who’s spencer? Well, maybe you remember his father, nikolas cassadine? I’m sorry, but, no, it doesn’t ring a bell. Anyone else we would have had in common? As a matter of fact, yes. You know my twin brother, ryan. So that’s your plan? Throw me to the wolves? Look, the next time I hook another target, the cops are gonna realize that our daughter is innocent. That’s a vast oversimplification of a complex problem. Not if you do it right. Ouch! Ow! What happened to you? Let’s just say I took one for the team last night. Are you badly hurt? Oh. Like you care.

[ Groans ] It’s — it’s not like I don’t share your motivation. It’s, uh… it’s your methods I have an issue with. Oh. That’s the thanks I get? You do your very best for your child. You give her your whole heart and soul. And when it turns out that not only is she wanted for murder, but she’s also become public enemy number one, I did what every good mother would do, and I tried to set things right. Trust me, our daughter will thank me. Not if the rest of our family has to pay a price. What are you blathering about now? Are you suggesting that I’m esme’s accomplice? I’m suggesting that, uh, esme’s the key, whether or not she’s a killer. I don’t follow. You don’t follow? Well, she’s seven months pregnant. I’m right on that, right? Okay. So how does she go from hiding to on the run to maybe killing people, maybe not killing people all by herself? Someone’s looking out for her. Someone’s helping her. And who would have more reason to do that than the father of her baby?

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I love the calathea. But what I love most of all is your thoughtfulness. And I didn’t think I could love you any more.

[ Laughs ] Well, you are welcome. And I love you so much, baby. It feels like, um… ever since trina was arrested, I can’t stop thinking about all the bad things. And our family, we’ve been through a lot over the past year, right? Um, but I feel like we’ve come through it stronger. Trina was acquitted. You and your father — your relationship is better than ever. And aunt stella, she accepted me.

[ Both laugh ] Thank goodness. Right? Yeah. No, um… things are going good with trina and me. You know she told me she loved me the other day? She did? Oh, my god, honey. That was a major, major accomplishment. Yeah. It is. Oh, my god. In a few weeks, I am gonna walk down the aisle and I am gonna be your wife. And, honey, I can’t wait. Mm. If you think about it, you and britt had a lot in common. I’m not at all surprised you two hit it off. Yeah, um… yeah, we had a connection. But, um… I wasn’t straight with her. Britt had something that I wanted and I thought that I could ma– [ Sighs ] You know, it doesn’t really matter what I thought. Truth is, I used her until she caught on and then rightfully kicked me to the curb, which was a smart decision on her part. Except now she’ll never know. Brit will never know what? Um, that I learned too late, that all I really wanted was her. For some time, britt knew that she had a ticking bomb inside her. What does that mean? Well, it means that she inherited something from her father. Britt had huntington’s disease. Oh, my god. When I was working at G.H., I saw people with huntington’S. It took a terrible toll on their lives. Well, why didn’t britt tell us? Why — why’d she face this alone? No. Well, she wasn’t alone. She wasn’T. She had her mom, and scott knew. Yeah, but why wouldn’t she tell me o-or brad? Well, she didn’t actually tell me. It was aunt liesl. And aunt liesl told me when she — she was just overwhelmed with everything that britt was facing. She had to talk to someone. Wait a minute. Austin knew, too, didn’t he? The birthday gift he gave her? The photos of her life? That’s why he did it. Yeah. Seeing all the people that she loves gave her courage.

[ Sniffles ] At my worst moment when the baby switch came out, britt didn’t walk away from me, and I never would have walked away from her.

[ Voice breaking ] I didn’t need her to be brave. I just need her in my life. I still do.

[ Exhales sharply ] We all do. Liesl, I’m really sorry that you have to hear this from me. I-I-I begged britt to open up to you, but she just [Sighs] She couldn’t, I guess. I don’t know. I mean, the only reason that I know that she was leaving town for good was I happened to catch her in a particularly vulnerable moment. You don’t understand. I’ve never been prouder of mein britta.

[ Exhales sharply ] You see, my relationship with britta was… complicated, to say the least. There were times she hated me and times that I felt she betrayed me. But somehow, despite all that, we — we found our way back together, not just as mother and daughter, but as good friends.

[ Laughs ] It’s just like her to spare the rest of us and sail off into the sunset alone. But you said she came back for us? Why? What changed her mind? You’re sure you don’t remember my twin brother? He’s kind of hard to forget. Is he as kind as you are, doctor?

[ Chuckles ] Well, I guess you could say he’s being kind at the moment because he has no other choice. You actually used to take care of him. I did. Was I a nurse? Mm. No. You, uh — you had an internship. Elizabeth: The patient is in with dr. Collins. Not for long. Martin? I’m in the middle of counseling a patient. Yeah, well, that’s the problem. One man’s counseling is another man’s third degree. I’m afraid I have to ask you to cease and desist immediately. On whose authority? By the authority of the superior court of port charles county. This poor, unfortunate soul may be your patient, but as of… one hour and 15 minutes ago, she’s my client.

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Can I, uh, leave it to you two to…

[Voice breaking] Try to find something for britt to wear? Absolutely. Don’t worry about it. We’ve got it under — under control. Okay. I’m counting on you. You’re strong. I love you. I love you. What do we do now? I was kinda hoping you could tell me. Austin: Liesl, you’re a doctor. I’m a doctor. And we know better than most that every life ends. So i t’s how you chooseto live your life that matters. And if britt knew that huntington’s was bringing her close to the end, let’s consider her last week. She delivered a breach baby on christmas eve. She threw an epic party surrounded by people who loved her. People she loved. Affection. Support. Love. And her final act was to save someone’s life. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m incredibly sad that she’s gone. I am. But if you have to exit this world, that is a pretty badass way to go. I, uh… I appreciate your kind words, austin, I-I do. But… my daughter is gone. Ryan: Oh, that’s rich. You spend a lifetime ignoring that esme even exists, and now you’re what — joan crawford? Joan crawford? I like wire hangers. But what’s this you’re saying about the rest of our family? Wouldn’t you like to know? Ryan, don’t push me. Is something the matter with our baby girl?

[ Inhales sharply ] Well, that depends. Do you knit? I mean, not big things. Just, like, little baby booties and things? I mean, the little one could probably use protection from the cold winter wind. Are you saying — yes. Our baby… is having a baby.

[ Gasps ] I’m not gonna sit here while you go on a fishing expedition. All right. Well, uh… I have a feeling I’m gonna have to ask you more questions at some point, so don’t leave town. You know what I think… what’s that? …Detective falconeri? Mm-hmm? I think you got nothing. And if I got nothing, why are you getting so angry? Okay. Hello, esme. My name is martin grey, and I am your attorney. Try not to hate me. I was assigned by judge holloway. Um, I have no idea if I have any money or any way to pay you. Oh, no, no, that’s okay. This is a pro bono case. That means, as far as you’re concerned, it’s absolutely free. The only thing you have to do is exactly what I tell you. Starting with do not talk to anyone. Not even the doctors? Especially the doctors. Just doing my job. Far be it from me to argue with a judge.

[ Monitor beeping ] Okay, my young friend. First order of business is probably to get you to eat something. Even if it is hospital food. Uh, nurse baldwin, if you don’t mind, I think I’d like to confer with my client in private. If that’s okay? Oh, oh, please don’t make her go. She’s been so good to me. Young lady , for the time being,the only person in this town that’s good to you is yours truly. Everyone is being so sketchy about what I’ve done. Acting like it’s not this revenge porn thing. You’ve done nothing until proven guilty. Guilty of what? Well, ms. Prince, it’s murder in the first degree.

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I can’t believe it! I’m gonna be a grandmother! Franco never had kids of his own. Neither did steven and lars. This is my first grandbaby. Maybe it’s not too late to have a family of our own. There could even be a place for ava. Oh! Dare to dream! But a baby? This is so exciting. I — I’m gonna make up for lost time and be there when that baby’s born. Right there in the room to support my baby girl. You do know that’s impossible, right? I’ll just speed up the timeline. Now you’re talking. Allow me to help. Talk about impossible. Just let mama bear finish the work that she’s begun. And papa bear will sit tight until baby bear and lil baby bear in the oven are free. I need to prepare. When do you plan to attack? The minute that my friendly guard is back on duty. Don’t worry. Mama will take care of everything. Kevin. I thought you’d still be interviewing esme. Session was cut short when her lawyer showed up. Wow. Anyone I know? Martin grey. Martin grey? Wow! For someone who showed up with nothing, not even her memory, esme sure has friends in high places. About esme’s memory. You think she’s faking it? I don’t understand. What’s wrong with her? Should we call for her doctor? I got this. Would you step out and give me a minute? Gladly. Thanks for nothing, judge holloway. Who do I gotta bribe to get off of this? I swear it wasn’t even my turn in the rotation. Don’t blame the judge. It wasn’t his doing. Oh, my god. It was you, wasn’t it? What’d you do? Pull some strings to get me assigned to this crazy case? I did. Why? Because esme is carrying my baby. Who better to trust with her case than family? Esme, if you’re faking, I’ll know. So don’t even try. You know, when my marriage ended with jordan… mm. …I never thought I’d get married again. In fact, I was so down on the institution altogether. But even though living with you has been a joy, I just want to make everything official. I’m so excited to take these vows and become your husband. I wasn’t gonna tell you this. Oh. No, no, it’s okay. But, um, I was at wyndham’s the other day. Yeah? And I saw these little towels, and they have a little “his and hers” on them. And I almost got it, but I was like, no, no, no, no. It’s just too cheesy. That’s not cheesy. I think you should have bought them.

[ Chuckles ] Look, I don’t care if they said his or hers, or husband and wife. I want whoever comes into our house to know how absolutely proud we are to be each other’s significant other. Okay. I’m gonna go buy those towels. Go buy those towels. Go buy the towels. Come here, baby.

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All that’s left is an empty hotel room. God, she must have felt so alone and so scared.

[ Exhales sharply ] If I only knew. Hey, you heard nina. It’s the way britt wanted it. I don’t care what she wanted! I want her, the one and only britch, my best friend in this whole lousy and messed-up world! And now she’s just gone, just like that. Without so much as a goodbye! And now I’m the one left all alone to go shopping for this stupid funeral get-up.

[ Breathing heavily ] You know what? Don’t worry about it. I’ve got it handled. This is gonna be britt’s last look ever.

[ Sniffles ] I’m not letting you choose some boring dress at wyndham’S. Well, if you think I’m letting you dress her in some fast fashion trash, you’ve got another thing coming.

[ Sighs ] Come on, maxie. She needs something with style and — and impact. Maxie: Style? Yes! I would like to spend some more time observing esme and consult with the neurologist that dr. Ashford brought in. But my initial assessment… is that esme has suffered significant memory loss. Permanent? No way to tell. But if so, we may never know where she’s been or who’s been taking care of her. Well, at seven months pregnant, esme was in no condition to be able to take out an officer or kill britt westbourne on the pier last night. So the more pressing question is, who really is the hook killer? I don’t believe that britt’s murderer will go unpunished. I don’t know if you know this, but the police have a suspect, here in G.H. Under guard 24/7. All I remember is waking up in here. I-I haven’t killed anyone. I couldn’t! You do believe me, don’t you? It’s okay. The best thing you can do for yourself is just rest. Nurse baldwin. Yes? You do believe me, right? Nikolas, my priority is finding lucy. I haven’t got time for this. Hey, you may have been assigned the case pro bono, but I will double your normal fee. The mother of my child, she must be kept safe, not hounded by the police until she gives birth. And then what? Triple your normal fee.

[ Scoffs ] Deal. Esme is in good hands with uncle martin. I am so happy we had this little talk. I will just find another hook, and then we are back in business. Uh, what happened to the first hook? Ugh, it got snagged. But don’t worry. There’s no way they could trace it back to me. Just let me do what I do best. And you just look forward to the happy day when we’re all reunited as a family. The three of us! You miscounted by two. There’s ava…

[ Scoffs ] …And… oh, and the little baby bear in the oven makes five. That’s it. I always knew you were a softy. Hey. Grandpa. All right.

[ Door closes ]

[ Monitor beeping ] Thank you, felicia, for coming out here in person to break the news about britt. Thank mac. It was his idea. He would have come himself if he wasn’t so busy on the case.

[ Voice breaking ] Can I hug you? Yeah. Okay.

[ Sighs ] Okay. All right.

[ Door opens, closes ] Hey. Aunt liesl, I got your text. Aunt liesl! I can’t sleep. Can you give me some thing stronger? Yes. That can be arranged.

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 hi. Ava: Hey. Thanks for letting me stop by. I know it’s late. No, come on in. You said it’s important. Yeah. Oh, I hope I’m not disturbing nina. No. She’s with sonny. What’s up? I’m worried, ava. I have got to find a way to help nikolas. And you came to me?

[ Chuckles ] Well, because you know him, you know. Y-you probably know him better than anyone else now. And I just was hoping maybe you could shed some light on why he seems so afraid. What does victor have on my son? Dante: Ms. Prince. Ms. Prince. Hi. I’m detective falconeri. We’ve met before. Can you tell me what happened to you?

[ Monitor beeping ] What happened? Well, you’re being treated for hypothermia. Hypothermia? Why? I was hoping you could tell me. That, and also, uh, where you’ve been hiding out the last six months? I’d like to believe that you’re here out of concern for me, but I know that you always have an ulterior motive, so what is it? My motive is my family. Right. If you’ll excuse me, I need a moment alone with my father. Yikes. That’s seemed, um, intense. Esme showing up like that must have been a shock for — will you just level with me for once? What do you want to know? If my psycho ex-girlfriend is carrying your kid. Hey, what are you doing here? I work here. Well, why are you not out doing what young people do on new year’s eve? Well, technically, it’s january 1st, so… my point exactly. Why are you not with that beautiful girlfriend bringing the new year in with a bang? How are you?

[ Chuckles ] On a scale from 1 to 10? 11.

[ Chuckles ] Me, too.

[ Smooches ] But I meant about what happened on the docks. Someone tried to kill you tonight. Oh, that.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, that.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Sighs ] I feel… lucky and uneasy. But somehow here with you, I feel safe. You are. Your dress is torn. Are you bleeding?

[ Breathing heavily ] Britta, what’s wrong? I guess I… had more to drink than I realized. I’m calling for help. No. No, don’T. But something is obviously wrong. No. It’s too late.

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This wasn’t the plan. No, but I can’t say I never thought of it. You?

[ Sighs heavily ] Well, I would just try to push those thoughts down. Why? Dex, you work for sonny, and I’m never going to be okay with that. All of those lies that I used to tell myself — that sonny was actually an honorable man and his behavior was justified — I’m never going to tell myself those lies again.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Alright. It is your lucky day. This is the last one. Ohh, look at that, huh? Look at that brownie. You know what? I-I’m not going to touch it yet. I-I texted my schnitzel to come join me. You didn’t ring in the new year with dr. Obrecht? Well, yes, I-I was at the — the — britt’s birthday party, but then I got a call from a client, and I-I had to go. What, did someone spill champagne, fall, and break their hip? Collarbone. Ah, and you’re suing? Yeah. Keep me in brownies ’til 2024. Mm, sounds like I should go work for you. Oh, yeah. Listen, if you ever need any money or anything — scotty, I’m — I’m fine. Okay, listen to me. You got to squeeze in some fun because it’s — it’s true what they say. Life is short. Liesl: Don’t be defeatist, britta.

[ Coughs ] It isn’t a good look on anyone, but especially not on you. It’s only a scratch. How did it happen?

[ Breathing heavily ] You know me — two left feet. The huntington’s? Definitely doesn’t help. Let’s get you home, cleaned up, and in bed. No metro court, I want you to stay with me. Come on. Oh. You — you ne– you never made a toast. I think you’ve had enough for tonight. You can barely keep your eyes open. Humor me.

[ Sighs ] Come on. It’s my birthday.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Coughs ]

[ Laughs ] To many more nights like this, hmm. I’ve been thinking a lot about wasted time lately. Me, too. I wasn’t affectionate enough. Too focused on molding you. Unable to simply appreciate you were unable to see the plain truth. Your life was a miracle. I was a fool, britta. I robbed us both. I never held you enough. I — I never held your brother at all because I gave him up. I didn’t even get to hold him at the end.

[ Coughing ] Britta?

[ Gasps ] Britta, darling? You are not drunk. This isn’t huntington’S. Britta, darling, what’s happened to you?

[ Coughs ] You know, nikolas led me to believe that he was in some pretty deep trouble. Um, he wouldn’t say what it was, but he did say that his uncle victor could either save him or ruin him. Do you have any idea what he was referring to?

[ Grunting ]

[ Screaming ] I wish I could tell you. But as we both know, nikolas does not tell me everything. I’m sorry he hurt you, ava. I mean, what he did — it was unforgivable. But I also remember a time when the two of you shared everything. Yeah, I thought so, too. But now I’m — I’m questioning everything. Even the happy moments. Well, I know for a fact that he regrets his choices. And, well, if I’m being perfectly honest, I have a few regrets, too. Keep your voice down. You think you can keep this a secret? Esme will wake up, and when she does, she is going to blow you out of the water. I don’t know how pregnant she is, but I definitely know that it’s not mine, which leaves you. Does that mean esme is awake? I’ve paged the doctor. He should be in soon. Water. You haven’t been cleared for that yet, I’m sorry. Let’s stop stalling. I’m not stalling. I’m freezing. I’ll get you another blanket. Thank you.

[ Monitor beeping ] Do you want me to repeat the question, ms. Prince? Why do you keep calling me that?

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Dr. Ashford, how’s esme? That’s what I’m about to find out. This is unacceptable. What is the point of being on a board if no one will tell you anything? Come with me. Wow. Your dad is really invested in esme. You have no idea. What did you talk about? Nothing important. Really? Didn’t look that way. That’s the thing with cassadines — our conversations always appear fraught. It’s part of the mystique. Hey, we should be celebrating. Our plan worked. We lured the hook out of hiding by pretending to be together. Yeah…I’m not so sure we did. Any nausea or headache?

[ Shivering ] How about any tenderness? No.

[ Shivering continues ] Get me a fetal heart monitor and order an O.B. Consult with an ultrasound. Wait. Why would — why would you need that? When was the last time you felt the baby move? Baby? Oh, my god. I’m pregnant? What regrets could you have? I hate that my son couldn’t be a better husband to you. That’s his fault, not yours. Yeah, maybe you’re right, but, I don’t know, looking back on it, I, um, I repeatedly encouraged you to work things out with nikolas, and [Sighs] I shouldn’t have done that. W-why not? You couldn’t have known where we’d end up. No, no. Nikolas, and nikolas alone, is at fault for the demise of our marriage. So I don’t want to hear about regrets, okay? Not — not yours, anyway. I don’t usually think of myself as naive, but I guess I had hoped that his relationship with you would make him a better man. I thought so, too. And for a while there, I — I thought it did. I guess we’re both naive, then, huh? Dex: Would you slow down?

[ Sighs ] I can’T. I need to talk to cameron. It’s the middle of the night. I can’t let him go into the new year thinking we’re something we’re not. It’s not fair. Do you regret it? This? No. But it was wrong to give in to my feelings for you when I’m still with somebody else. I owe cam the respect of a conversation. He’s not just my boyfriend, dex. He’s — he’s your best friend. I get it. I’m about to break his heart. What are you doing? There’s a killer on the loose, and she’s hunting you. I’m not letting you go by yourself. No, no, you can’t come with me. Cam can’t see you. I will stay out of sight, I promise. Look, you almost died tonight, joss. You’re not going anywhere alone. So, um, did you happen to see josslyn at britt’s party? I didn’T. But I told you I had to leave early for a client. Right, yeah. It’s just [Scoffs] I texted her, and I haven’t heard anything back yet. Yeah, but you two are good, right? Yeah, yeah. We’ve just been super busy. Me with soccer, her with volleyball. But now that it’s winter break, we’ll be spending a lot of time together. Once I’m done here, I’m gonna go and do a new year’s do-over. Okay, then what are you waiting for? Go grab her.

[ Coughs ] Please hurry. She’s having an anaphylactic reaction of some kind. Because of the holiday, the closest ambulance is 10 minutes out. But they’ll be here, hmm.

[ Weakly ] I was coming back for you. The swelling. Are you in pain? I wanted more time with all of you. You’ll have more time. You’re just having some sort of immune response. I didn’t want to die alone, so I came back. And now I’m close. You’re not making any sense.

[ Coughs ] Come on, I’ll take you to the hospital. I’ll drive you myself, come on. We — we won’t make it. What do you mean we won’t make it? The hospital is just a few blocks away. I am an excellent driver. Come on. The scratch is from…a hook.

[ Coughs ]

[ Whispers ] No. I’ve been poisoned. You can’t save me. No.

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I’ll be out here if you need me. I don’t know how I’m going to do this. Okay. Seize the day. You know what? I’m going to do it. You are. Seize the day. That’s right. Hi, cam. Hey. I was literally just about to go look for you. Um… we need to talk.

[ Laughing ] What? I’m just… oh, I’m just thinking about how horrified you were when you discovered that I was your new [Laughs] Daughter-in-law.

[ Laughs ] Well, come on, now. I mean, you wouldn’t be my first choice, which — oh, who could blame you? You’re his mom. Nikolas doesn’t see it that way. He thinks I overstep. I judge too harshly. Maybe he’s right. I wish that I’d been the kind of mother you are, laura. If I had been able to set aside my anger and my sadness, if I could have been there for kiki — no, ava. Don’t do this to yourself. Really. Look how much you’re there for avery right now. You’re setting a great example for her by not accepting anything less than what you deserve. Thank you. And not just for saying that, but… for always being so kind to me, despite all the bumps on this very tumultuous road. Well, being with you is the happiest I’d ever seen nikolas. Yeah. The fact that it fell apart, well — I know. Just feels like such a failure. Divorce always does. It feels like a death. How are you dealing with that, ava? Vodka helps.

[ Laughs ] And I’m not going to lie, I am mad as hell at your son. And what do you intend to do about that? I should have put the cassadine island plan in motion earlier. We wouldn’t be in this position. Nikolas, stop. That ship has sailed. Esme could be in there right now telling the police where she’s been all this time. Now, do we need to call scott? Should I call my boys and tell them I’m about to be arrested? I won’t let that happen. How? You’ll be in the police van right next to me. I need to make a call. Can you tell me what day it is? What is happening to me? You’re safe. It’s okay. And everything is going to be fine. Do you know where you are? He said this was a hospital. Yeah, so it’s — it’s normal to be confused after a medical event. So why don’t, um, why don’t you start by telling me your name. I can’T. I thought you’d be thrilled we don’t have to pretend anymore. Assuming esme is the hook. Oh, not this ryan chamberlain theory again. Okay, look. Listen, think about it, spencer. Esme is pregnant. Like, pregnant pregnant. Can you really see her out there attacking people, getting the best of someone, like rory or ava? I don’t know. But what I do know is that I’m not going to stand here while esme ruins both of our lives. How’s esme? What’s the update? Is she talking? Is she awake? Yes, esme is awake. What did she say? Did she confess? She’s not saying much of anything. Of course not, she’s probably already lawyered up. I don’t think that’s it. Why isn’t esme talking? She claims she doesn’t remember anything. On your feet. We have to move. I can’T. Try, britta. You have to try. The hospital will have an antidote.

[ Weakly ] No time. I need to tell you.

[ Coughs ] I’m glad I came back. I’m glad I’m with you. In the beginning…

[ Coughs ] …And in the end. This is not the end, do you hear me?

[ Sobbing ] There must be something I can do.

[ Sobbing ] Hold me… like you wanted to hold nathan.

[ Both sobbing ]

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Did I ever tell you, britta… you could talk before you could walk.

[ Weakly ] Mnh-mnh. So intelligent. So brave. Into everything.

[ Whimpering ] I remember one evening, I-I-I looked away for two minutes…

[ Groaning ] …And you’d managed to open my briefcase and pull out the contents.

[ Chuckles ] Fine motor skills that should have been beyond you. You’d gotten ahold of a pen and drawn all over yourself. And I was annoyed. I should have kissed you and smiled at how — how silly and wonderful you looked. I should have picked you up and — and kissed you and kissed you. Instead of scrubbing you off and putting you to bed. All those kisses I never gave you. All those nights… I put you to bed, and never once did I rock you to sleep. My precious girl. My schone tochter.

[ Smooches ]

[ Sobbing ] I love you, sweetheart. Mama loves you.

[ Sobbing continues ] Alright, you kids have a good new year’S. Yeah, you, too.

[ Sniffles ] Um, can we sit? Yeah, of course. Please. Joss, what’s — what’s going on?

[ Sobs ] I really don’t want to do this. Do what?

[ Sniffles ] Things have changed between us. And I can’t ignore it anymore. Here. I’ll take that. Thanks. You know, ava, just for the record… I know that you owe nikolas nothing. Oh, less than that. Okay, but if you do think of something that could help him to get out from under victor’s thumb, could you just tell me?

[ Cellphone rings ] Ohh. Your son has impeccable timing. What do you want, nikolas? What you want — not to be implicated in a crime. I’m not sure what this is about.

Esme’s at

general hospital. Does anyone know she’s there?

[ Scoffs ] Pcpd, for starters. They’re questioning her as we speak. We need to get our story straight about what happened that night on the parapet. I’m leaving right now. What happened? Esme prince has been apprehended. This is crazy. Esme’s suffering from memory loss? That is what she’s saying. That is a load of…crap. She’s lying. Okay. I have to go, update the station. What did dante say? I’ll fill you in. Esme claims she doesn’t remember anything. Anything about the last few weeks? It sounds like… anything at all. What the hell is her angle now? Trina: Could esme really not know who she is? No way. This is just the latest in esme’s long line of tricks. But what if it’s not? Believe me, it is.

[ Monitor beeping ] I’m scared. I-I don’t understand. We’re growing apart, cam. Okay, I-I know that I haven’t been around a lot. I’ve just been very busy with soccer and my brothers and work. It’s not that. Alright, well, then w-we spend some more time together. It’s not about physical distance. It’s about me… and what I feel. And that’s changed? Yes. Relationships evolve. Right? They grow. And we have been through so much this — this last year. Yeah. Yeah. And I-I kept telling myself that, too… and that if we cared about each other enough, we can, um, recapture what we used to have. Haven’t we? I-I’m sorry. I’m just a little bit confused right now. Because I thought we did. I thought things were fine. Things aren’t fine, cam! We’ve been struggling. You know this. We’ve talked about this. I know we talked about this, but then we — we had sex. I know. And I thought that it would fix things. But it didn’T. Okay. I just — I think we need to talk about this, okay? Really think this through and then — and then we can figure out a way that we can get back to where we were. No. We can’T. That sounds final. It is. Ohh… I see. You — you didn’t come here to fix things. You came here to break up with me.

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I haven’t figured out yetwhere esme prince was when britt westbourne was attacked, but I have her personal belongings. I’ll bring them into the lab to be analyzed. It’s a bag of clothes, mostly, and — and a christmas ornament. See if csi can do something with it. I’ll call you back with any other updates. Yeah. Please tell me that you’re not falling for this. Trina: Oh. Ava! Hey. Is there any news on esme? I heard she’s in with the cops. Esme claims that she doesn’t remember anything. Nothing? Apparently. I’m surprised to see you here. Nikolas called me. Yeah. I thought he would. But if you suspect that esme isn’t the hook, why come? There is no way that esme has amnesia. After everything she pulled. I don’t think she’s faking it. How can you say that? Because. Her best defense against the hook allegations is to say that she’s been held captive at wyndemere this whole time, right? Right. She could send the police there right now. There’s evidence all over the north tower. Telling the truth provides her with an alibi. What’s this about an alibi? So that’s it? We’re done? I get zero say in the matter? I’m trying to be fair, cam. I want both of us to be happy. I am happy! I-I thought you were, too, but clearly I was wrong. God, I’m such an idiot! No, you’re not. I’m just going through life thinking everything is fine. Meanwhile my girlfriend’s miserable? I was never miserable! I could just feel us going in different directions without that same connection that we used to have. And I’m sorry. I’m so sorry! I should have come to you sooner. But I’m so scared. I — cam, the thought of losing you terrifies me. And the thought of staying with me was worse? Josslyn, do you still love me?

[ Exhales sharply ] I will always love you. I’m just not… …in love with you anymore. And I’m so sorry. And I know that this changes things, but… but I just — I really want us — no. Don’t say it. Don’t think for a second that we can be friends after this. But I want to, cam! I want to be friends! Please! How do we do that, joss?! ‘Cause I’m still in love with you. I can’t just go back. Not now. Maybe not ever. Liesl! Liesl, are you alright? I’m alone. I tried to protect them. But I’m still all alone. No, liesl, you’re — you’re not alone. I’m right here. Now, what happened? She said she came back for me. What does that mean? And if she hadn’t come back… who? W-who, liesl?! Liesl, look at me. Who? Who hadn’t come back? My britta. She’s gone, scott. My little girl is gone.

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Wondering how esmewill talk her way out of this. Laura, nikolas told me that you two spoke about us. I-I’m sure that was a shock. Um… I’m actually mostly concerned about my grandchild. Well, all of my grandsons. Why are you here? What do you mean? Well, aside from being spencer’s ex-girlfriend, I didn’t think you knew esme all that well. Esme’s actions have affected so many people in port charles. We all just want her to pay for what she’s done. That girl terrorized me. She set my car on fire. She left kiki’s hospital I.D. Next to it. Not to mention what she did to you. How could i not be here?! I don’t think you’ll be as heated when you see her. What does that mean? Here’s the fetal heart monitor you wanted. And I ordered the neuro and O.B. Consults. Tj: Thank you. Fetal heart monitor? Esme’s pregnant. I have to get back to work. Cameron. No. Don’t make this harder than it already is. Good night, joss. Good night. You doing okay? Come on. I’ll take you home.

[ Shouts ] Esme is pregnant? And get this — spencer doesn’t think the baby’s his. Spencer’s right. Spencer, what I believe is irrelevant. Esme needs to go to prison for what she has done, whether she remembers it or not. Ava: Dante! How far along is esme prince? I cannot give you that information. Did tj say whether she’s capable of committing physical violence? That is also privileged information. I cannot give you that, either. Oh, I see. Okay. So a wanted criminal’s right to privacy is greater than the right of safety for the public. What do you want, ava? She’s being held and questioned. Okay? And I heard that she said that she doesn’t remember anything. Just — you better remember to take everything that girl says with a grain of salt! Do you hear me?! I-I think the whole hospital hears you. At best, esme is a conniving liar w-who drugs people and torches cars. And films people without their knowledge. And frames an innocent person for it. At worst, she’s a murderer, responsible for a spree of brutal attacks of which I am a victim. Okay, look, everybody, I get everyone’s concern and interest here. I do. Believe me. But I cannot give you any answers yet.

[ Clears throat ] Ava? Can we talk in private? When did esme conceive? Let’s go somewhere quiet. I’m fine where I am. And I asked you a question. What’s going on? Aren’t you gonna answer your mother? Elizabeth: Ava, now’s not the time. Haven’t you stood up for him enough? The baby that esme is carrying. It’s yours, isn’t it? Isn’t it?! Yes. That’s all I needed to know. Hey, nina. Um, it’s scott. I got some horrible news. Five years ago this month, I lost your brother. And now you’ve left me, too. I can’T. I can’t fathom it. A world without you — your brilliance, your humor. Your utter determination. A world without you,

liebchen… where does that energy go? It — it can’t just disappear. Our time together was far too short. But I am so proud to have been your mutter. To have witnessed the woman you grew up to be. Give nathan a message for me.

[ Whispering indistinctly ] Ohh… godspeed, britta. Until we are all reunited.

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[ Scoffs ]

[ Waves crashing ] So much for concierge service.

[ Shivers ]

[ Cellphone chimes ]

[ Scoffs ] 10 minutes out?

[ Sighs ]

[ Shivers ] 10 minutes until I say goodbye to port charles. Maxie: Well, that’s it. Mostly everyone went to go see the fireworks at pier 47. That was a good party, if I do say so myself. No broken glass, broken furniture — maybe a broken nail or two. Since britt waited a lifetime to have a birthday party, at least she had a good one. Yes, maxie. It was a wonderful party. I’m sure britta cherished every moment. Yeah, she seemed to. That’s why I’m kinda surprised she cut out early.

[ Scoffs ] I knew I was late, but I didn’t think I was that late. Now, I’m not complaining, but why are we back out here again? Weren’t you cold before? The more pda, the better, right? Again, I am not complaining.

[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] We were convincing with our act, weren’t we? Mm-hmm. Do you think people suspect we’re more than friends? Well, maxie certainly does. Did you see how she looked at us?

[ Chuckles ] And I saw a few double takes when we went inside. Me too. And the G.H. Crew was here. And my mom says they love to gossip, so I’m sure somebody will be spilling the tea about trina robinson getting close with the infamous, recently jailed spencer cassadine.

[ Laughs ] Along with that photo that ran in the invader of the two of us with my grandmother. Right. Yeah. The post you made of us from the party. And before you know it, people will think we’re a couple. Well, our interest is in a party of one — esme. This is why esme kept begging for a tree. She didn’t care about christmas. She just wanted a diversion so she could get away. Get away? Yeah. Esme set a fire. When I ran to put it out, she took off. Nikolas, where is she now? I have no idea. Mmm. Still too warm? No, it’s hot. Oh. Hence the name hot cocoa and not warm cocoa. Well, why couldn’t we have just gone back to our place and had warm cocoa in our kitchen?

[ Breathes sharply ] Uh, I could say that we were out of whipped cream or the cocoa packets we have is full of chemicals and really old. Or that, here at kelly’s, the new year’s double chocolate peppermint cocoa is the best. Hm. Um, or I just could be honest and tell you that I didn’t want to ring in the new year doing…dishes. Okay, just so you know, I didn’t want you ringing in the new year doing dishes, either. But I did want a — an excuse to get us back to the house so we could ring in the new year doing…other things. Why didn’t you say so… to begin with? Well, because, I don’t know. Just didn’t wanna — oh, what’s up, man? You got the night off? Happy new year. Same to you guys. How’s the — how’s the job — working for my father?

[ Grunts ]

[ Groans ]

[ Suspenseful music playing ] Oh! [ Breathing heavily ]

[ Gasps ]

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Things are fine. That’s good. No, uh, residual friction? Why would there be? Dante.

[ Sighs ] Look, dex, I saw your wrists. They healed up? I’m good. Good. So, I know how you got those bruises. And michael was very specific when he told me what happened. Now, when I questioned you about it, you said that sonny wasn’t responsible. I just — do you want to change your story? ‘Cause there is time to do that if you want to. Sorry. Can’t help you. Guess I’ll skip the hot chocolate. Dante. Are you trying to build a case against your father? Oh, no! Man! I missed it.

[ Sighs ] That’s what happens when you show up later than late. I’m sorry. I thought I could kinda sneak in at the end of britt’s party. Looks like a good time was had by all. That it was. You and carly really missed out. Sorry, wh– what was that about carly? Like you, carly also arrived too late for the festivities. I’m surprised you didn’t run into her on the deck with the pier. Oh, yeah, no, I… can’t really speak for carly, but I was working. I was on a call with a couple of reporters trying to track down an important lead. Well, shame on you for working on new year’s eve.

[ Chuckles ] I know. I know. I really did, uh, intend to be here to celebrate britt. I wanted to — I wanted to tell her how much I admire her. She made a crucial difference when we were trying to escape cassadine island.

[ Breathes deeply ] She still here by any chance? She left. She left. Well, I’m sorry I missed her. But you gotta be so proud, liesl. You raised a brave and gallant lady.

[ Fireworks exploding ] Oh! I love fireworks.

[ Chuckles ] But not if they delay my boat.

[ Fireworks exploding ] Liesl: When you falter, I will be there to see that you soar again. That is my promise to you. You will not go through this alone. I will be by your side through everything.

Ich liebe dich, mama.

[ Chuckles ] I love you, too,

mein britta.

[ Air horn blowing ]

[ Fireworks exploding ] Wow. You can still see the fireworks from here. Maybe not up close, but still. Lucky us… we got the deck all to ourselves.

[ Fireworks exploding ] It’s too bad that britt’s not here. She was really having a blast in there, huh?

[ Chuckles ] I mean, how could she not? That party was fun. It was right up britt’s alley. It was outrageous. It was over the top. No apologies.

[ Chuckles ] I can see why you guys like each other. Yeah. When my father and britt were engaged, I was thrilled.

[ Fireworks exploding ] Britt seemed to me like the perfect stepmother. She wasn’t motherly by any stretch of the imagination, more like the world’s coolest friend. But she never talked down to me. She got me. She still does.

[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] Mm. In a way, I guess I’m glad that my father and britt never made it to the altar.

[ Fireworks exploding ] It would have hurt too much when…they inevitably broke up. You never expect anything good to last, do you? How can you have no idea where esme is? Because esme made her way to the turret and she jumped! She jumped? Yeah! She went into the water! And she did this to herself? She just dove off the turret? Elizabeth, I did not push esme. She spread her arms, and she pitched herself backward. She went into the water. I went down to the shore, and I searched. There’s no sign of her. I don’t know if esme drowned. Or — or she may be hiding on the island. Or — or maybe she made her way to the mainland. I don’t see how that’s possible. Well, she’s done it before and survived. Well, she wasn’t in her third trimester, and it wasn’t january. The harbor is freezing. I don’t see how she could possibly survive this.

[ Grunting ]

[ Gasping, panting ] Help! Help! Help!

[ Grunting continues ] Help!

[ Both shouting ] Oh. Oh. Oh!

[ Grunting ]

[ Groans ]

[ Shouts ]

[ Breathing heavily ] Back off, bitch!

[ Gasps ]

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Hey. Hey. I got your text. Why are we here?

[ Whispers ] And what if someone sees us? No, no, no, we’re safe. Nobody’s around. I couldn’t ring in the new year without seeing you.

[ Breathes sharply ] Seeing you is the perfect way to celebrate. Seeing? Come on, we can do better than that. You know, josslyn wasn’t completely wrong about my father. I know, but joss has her reasons to be angry with sonny. They shouldn’t be your reasons. Right. And they’re not. They’re not. But I-I am struggling with knowing what he did to dex. It’s — it’s put a spotlight on the conflict I have around my father. That’s a fine line. I mean, you’ve been walking it for years. Why would you change your mind now? I-I look at chase, and I see how badly he wants his job back. And I remember being like that. You know? I feel for him. I wanted to be a cop long before I found out sonny was my father. I-I believed in the job. You know, I wanted to help people. I wanted to protect people. And, yeah, sure, there’s all sorts of crimes and criminals and mitigating circumstances and intolerance and injustice. But I — I feel like I’ve — I’ve found a way to use my discretion when I can, as long as it’s within the bounds of the law. I know you do. And that’s one of the reasons why I admire and respect you — because you are solid, dante. You define what it means to be a good cop. You’re strong. You’re fair. You’re compassionate. You’re not a bully with a badge. You just want justice. That’s what I’m wrestling with right now. Like, what does — what does justice look like when it’s applied to my father? It was very kind of drew to stop by. [ Chuckles ] I appreciated the things he said about my britta. He’s a good man and a brave one. He and britta stood up to peter on cassadine island. They saved my life. I try not to think about peter and the time I spent with him. Or all the harm he caused. But he did give me bailey lou. She is a joy and a miracle. And I can’t regret that. I understand. I curse the day I laid eyes on cesar faison. But I can’t regret the children I had with him. Nathan and britta were my saving grace. Thank you for giving my daughter this party. Britt threw herself the party. Brad and I — we just helped. I never realized she longed for a birthday party as a child. I wish I’d made better choices as a mother, found a way to keep nathan with me, given britta the love and support she deserved. I squandered so much time. And now nathan’s gone and britta’S… what about britt?

[ Shouting ]

[ Grunts ] Run!

[ Grunting ]

[ Metal clanking ]

[ Fabric tears ]

[ Shouts ]

[ Groans ]

[ Gasping, coughing ]

[ Groans ]

[ Screaming, struggling ]

[ Gunshot ] Aah!

[ Panting ] Shoot her again!

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What is wrong with you?! Why didn’t you shoot her again? You okay? Did she hurt you? I’m fine, thanks.

[ Groans ]

[ Weakly ] Britt, you saved my life.

[ Gasping ] I couldn’t have gotten away if you hadn’t showed up. She would have killed me. Thank you. You’re welcome. But let’s face it — we’d both be toast if it wasn’t for this guy.

[ Breathing sharply ] Okay, I yelled at you, but I am so grateful. I just wish you would have done the world a favor and put an end to that psycho. It wasn’t a clear shot. I didn’t want to risk hitting you. Well, thanks for that.

[ Sighs ] Guess we should call the cops. Wait. Not so fast. S-sonny’s a-a-a criminal by profession. Yet he walks around with this air of respectability, importing coffee and funding hospital wings, and we all walk around like we don’t know who he really is, which is a mob boss. And it’s not like he’s some desperate criminal who’s gotta rob a store to survive. He chose this life. Yeah, sure, maybe — maybe circumstances kind of threw him into the criminal world in the first place, but — but he’s older, he’s wiser, he could have cut out and — and gone legit years ago, and he chose not to. Okay, it’s not only about greed, power, and ambition. Sonny can’t just resign from organized crime, dante. You know that. And, also, sonny fills some sort of a void. I think he’s a better alternative than anyone who might take his place.

[ Sighs ] And many have tried. And I would go after them and I would take them down just like I was eager to take down sonny when I first got to town. I understand where michael’s coming from right now — I really do, but over the years, you know, getting to know sonny, my father, I’ve come to love him and the — I can’t even fathom the thought — it keeps me up at night — of having to build a case against him one day. But isn’t that injustice? Isn’t that the definition of it — applying the law to some and not others? Isn’t that a betrayal to my oath, to my badge, to everything I supposedly stand for? Britta and I are in a much better place now. But for ye ars, I was –I was harsh and critical. I didn’t make her feel valued for the amazing person she is. We only ge t one childhood,and britta’s could have been…

…should have been better than it was. That’s my great shame. But that’s also in the past. I see the love you two share now. That’s what important, liesl.

[ Breathes deeply ] I’m so glad nathan married you. And I’m thankful my grandson has you as his mother. You’re everything to your children that I wasn’t to mine — warm, supportive, loving. You value them for who they are, not what they can achieve. Maybe it’s because it took me a while to get myself together. Of course I want to give my kids the world… but I want them to figure out how they define success. I want them to feel fulfilled and have purpose in their life. They have to figure out how to do that. All I can do is support them through their successes and failures and love them as they find their own path in life. Nathan would be so proud to hear you say that. I can see why he loved you so much.

[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] Do you remember where you were a year ago tonight? On the bridge with you. Yeah, I remember.

[ Chuckles ] I don’t think I could ever forget. That’s when — that’s when everything started to turn for me. How so? Well, you know, coming back was harder for me than I thought. Everywhere I looked was just a reminder of what I’d lost, what I couldn’t get back. But then…

[Inhales deeply] I wound up on the bridge, and there you were. Mm. Feeling pretty miserable, if I recall. Mm. For good reason. But talking to you that night — it was just so easy. And it was…so real. And I could… relax, be myself. And when I was looking into those gorgeous blue eyes, I saw that a future was possible. A positive future with hope and with some laughter, and that’s when I stopped being angry and I started looking forward. And then now, a year later, I’m still looking ahead. I still see such a positive future… …in those same beautiful eyes. Elizabeth: This is all our fault. We pushed esme to the brink. I wasn’t gonna kill her. She didn’t know that! I have no idea what you said to her, but obviously she was so desperate to escape, she was willing to risk her own life and the life of her child. Oh, my god, I have no idea all the names of the crimes I’ve committed. There’s kidnapping and false imprisonment and aiding and abetting and assaulting. Elizabeth! Elizabeth, stop. Hey. The crimes don’t matter because no one is ever going to know. I know that I have lived a life of privilege. I have had every material thing just for the asking. So I’m not expecting you to feel sorry for me. Don’t worry. I don’T.

[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] I’m not making excuses, trina. But my mother died the day I was born, and my father has been inconsistent. People have come and gone from my life, people who I’ve cared about and who I wanted to count on. And the only person who has stayed has been my grandmother, and she has been nothing short of wonderful. But aside from her, nothing good has ever really lasted. Just because it’s been that way up to this point doesn’t mean it’s gonna be that way forever. You could still find something good to hold on to.

[ Breathes sharply ] Well, when you say it… I almost believe it.

[ Door opens ]

[ Woman shivering ]

[ Shivering violently ]

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Esme, where have you been? What happened?

[ Shivering ]

[ Groans ] Um… she’s freezing, but she has a pulse. Um… yeah, she’s breathing. She’s pregnant! Her lips are blue. I think that she has hypothermia. We need to get her to a hospital. Okay.

[ Grunts ]

[ Groans ] I still love nathan. I do n’t bring him up oftenbecause it hurts so much. But I think about him all the time. Nathan was such a calm presence. He was never jealous or vindictive or manipulative. He gave me such a feeling of security, one that I — I haven’t felt since. And you miss it? I miss him. Maybe that’s why I tried to rush to fill that void — you know, with peter and then with austin. Not that you could ever compare the two of them. I’m sorry you were let down, maxie. Peter presented himself as a good man, and you wanted to believe it. Austin seems like a good man, but he’s just not the man for you. And I hope you know, if I ever do find the right man… …t hat doesn’t mean I willever forget about nathan. I know, maxie.

[ Breathes sharply ] I am so grateful you and I are still in each other’s lives. And I, too, see nathan living on in our dreams.

[ Laughs ] Will you please stop beating yourself up over britt? All parents make mistakes, liesl. And you obviously [Sniffles] Made some good choices because britt is awesome. And I see how much she loves her mom. Have you ever covered upa crime that sonny’s committed? No. Never. I-I mean, maybe I’ve…

[Breathes deeply] Avoided asking certain questions I didn’t want to know the answers to. And the department, they — they know that cops are human and have conflicts of interest, right? Of course. Of course. And every cop has to bow out of a case if they know they do have a conflict. Have you ever done that? Every time when it’s a direct conflict of interest, yeah. So you’ve done your duty, and you will continue to do so. You’re not dishonoring your badge by [Breathes deeply] Loving your father. And the fact that you are worried about this right now just goes to show me what a decent and responsible cop you are. Thank you. No, I mean that. You have a way ofcanceling out the noise… …and helping me see things clearly. It’s a gift.

[ Chuckles ] One of many. Yeah.

[ Cellphone ringing ] I-I’m supposed to be off the clock. No, no, no. It must be important. Take it.

[ Ringing continues ] Falconeri.

[ Sighs ] Are you the one who reported a hook sighting? I didn’t just sight her, I fought off that maniac. Ma’am, we’ve had at least 10 hook sightings tonight. Stories in the invader have people jumping at shadows, you know? No shadow drops that. Nor did a shadow ruin my favorite bag!

[ Police radio chatter ] Notify csi and get them down asap. And secure the area. We can’t have any evidence compromised. Get some more uniforms here. Keep any strollers away, all right? This is a crime scene. Ma’am, what’s your name? Dr. Britt westbourne. Dr. Westbourne, can you tell me what happened? I was on my way back to the haunted star when I heard the sounds of a struggle. When I got here, I saw the hook was about to stab this young woman, so I whacked her with my bag. Wait, s-so there was another victim? Where is she? I don’t know what happened to her. By the time I drove the hook off, she was gone. I don’t know about you, but I could use a drink. Scotch okay? Yeah, sure.

[ Bottle opens, liquid pouring ] Ow.

[ Bottle thumps lightly ]

[ Sighs ] Thank you.

[ Breathes sharply ] Never had scotch before, have you? First time for everything.

[ Sighs ] Take it easy. You’re still coming down off the adrenaline. You saved britt’s life. And mine. I owe you. You don’t owe me anything, joss. God, I can’t believe you had britt cover for us. That maniac needs to be captured. We should have stayed and given the police a statement. Okay, and told them what? Can you identify the hook? No. They were wearing a mask. Probably because diane had seen their face. Right, and I only saw her from the side. So what good would our statements have been? Britt can stay and tell them about the mask. Britt didn’t shoot the hook. You did. Right. I did, with a gun sonny gave me.

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No one knew esme was here except for us and demetrius. I’ll send demetrius back to greece immediately. It’ll be like none of this ever happened. I don’t know how I let myself get pulled into this. I agreed to take care of esme, and I didn’T. And I didn’t take her desperation seriously. And because of it, this happened. And now you want me to cover it up and pretend like none of this happened? It’s — no. No, nikolas. No more.[ Cellphone rings ] It’s the only way, elizabeth. Spencer. Hey. Sorry to bother you. Um… I thought you should know esme is back. She’s in custody.

Well, actually, she’s at G.H.,

Being treated for hypothermia,

but the police

have been notified,

and they’re on their way. Carly: You know what I remember about that night? Hm? I remember that it was the first time in months that I wasn’t hurting.

[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] That I wasn’t choking on anger or disappointment or everything that had happened with sonny. And I remember how good it was to see your smile and to hear your laugh. And I was so shocked that I was laughing, too, because…

[Sighs] …I never thought I was gonna be happy again. You know? Sonny broke my heart last year, and he broke what was left of our marriage, and he almost broke me. But I was able to come back to myself. And you were a large part of that. So, it all started last new year’s eve on that bridge. And I could never imaginethat we would be here right now. Hm. But I get to do now what I couldn’t do then. And what’s that? This. The police should know to be on the lookout for a woman with a gunshot wound in her arm. I don’t even know if I hit her, but if I did, she’s not gonna go to the hospital for treatment.

[ Sighs ] No, I guess not. Look… there is nothing we can tell the cops that will help them catch the hook. But they will confiscate the gun for which I have no license. And it can’t be traced as far as I know, which is also suspicious. What is that? The shell casing. I’m pretty sure from the trajectory that the bullet either went into the hook or into the water. So, either way, there’s no evidence a gun was ever fired. Nothing that can be tracked back to sonny. Right. You got to protect the boss at all costs. Because I don’t need problems with sonny, especially if it gets between you and me.

Happy birthday to you

happy birthday to you

happy birthday, dearest daughter

happy birthday to me

[ Noisemaker blows ]

Schatzi! You came back!

[ Both laugh ]

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[ Buoy bell ringing, waves crashing ] I brought champagne. I can think of a lot of things I want right now. And champagne is one of them, just not at the top of the list. I’d like to see that list. I would really love to show you, but, you know, if we were somewhere…

[ Cork pops ] …More private and, um, heated…

[ Breathes sharply ] Let’s make that a new year’s resolution. Really? You know, new year’s resolutions are meant to be broken, but you’re really good at keeping promises, and I’m learning, so, okay.

[ Chuckles ] Let’s promise each other to meet somewhere private and warm… mm. Mm-hmm. …And really, really soon. That’s a promise. In the meantime…

[ Breathes sharply ] …To celebrating new year’S… mm. …You and me together — last year, this year, and many, many more to come.

[ Glasses clink ] Sam! Hey! Hey. How — mind if I join you? I’m waiting for my rideshare, but they can’t pick me up for another half an hour. Oh, congratulations. Mine is 45 minutes out. So I think you’ve got me beat by like 15 minutes. Oh, well, cancel. You can share mine. Let me guess — you and dante were celebrating, and he got called into work. Mm. The price of loving a dedicated cop. The baby’s not mine. I’m sure.

[ Sighs ] Okay. I wonder who the father could be. Hey, trina, spencer, you guys found esme prince, yeah?

[ Elevator bell dings ] Do you want to tell me what happened? Well, she found us. We were on the deck of the haunted star. Britt’s party had ended, and we were still hanging out and talking. And then we heard someone approaching. And then we looked up, and esme was standing there, soaking wet. Did she said anything? I mean, she just looked at us and passed out. How did you guys know to come down here? I called. Um… esme had attacked elizabeth a few weeks ago, and I thought that she should know that she didn’t have to worry anymore. What about you, nikolas? Elizabeth and I were together when she got the call. And I wanted to be here for my son.

[ Door opens, closes ] Hey, doctor,I’m detective falconeri. Can you tell me about esme prince’s condition? Miss prince is being treated for hypothermia. Otherwise, there are no signs of injury. She’s resting comfortably and should wake up any time. Okay, she’s a person of interest in an investigation. Can I see her, please? Certainly. Want to get something to drink? Yeah, maybe you should go with trina. I’ll text you if there’s any changes. I’d like to believe that you’re here out of concern for me, but I know that you always have an ulterior motive. So what is it? This is everything she had with her.

[ Monitor beeping ] She had this with her? Must have. We took everything off her and bagged it. It’s standard protocol. Thanks.

[ Beeping continues ]

[ Dramatic music plays ]

[ Door closes ] Miss prince.

[ Beeping continues ] Miss prince. Hi. I’m detective falconeri. We’ve met before. Can you tell me what happened to you?

[ Breathes shakily ] Sonny said I could guard you, but… other than that, I can’t go near you. And you’ll do everything sonny says. I’ll carry a gun for sonny. I’ll follow his orders when it comes to business. But…what’s happening between you and me is…personal. Well, that’s not the way you’ve been acting. I was trying to cover for you. Isn’t that what you wanted?

[ Sighs ] I thought so.

[ Mid-tempo music plays ] But I don’t know anymore. I mean, I could ha ve diedtonight if it wasn’t for britt. And you. And it’s just like you’re always there. When I got to the docks and you were on the ground, I…

[ Breathes deeply ] …Almost lost it. I thought you were wounded. I prayed you weren’t dying. I’m right here. I was afraid I’d never get to do this again. Do you…? Yes. We went down we went down with our heads down with our heads down we went down we went down to the ground oh, we tried, oh ooh-ooh-ooh eyes open, but I can’t see I’m walking toward you you pull me in your arms and fears go down

[ Breath ing heavily ]

[ Suspenseful music plays ] Aah! Damn.

[ Groans ]

[ Breathing heavily ] By the time my ride came…

[Sniffles] …I realized my reasons for leaving were less important than my reasons for staying.

[ Sniffles ] Especially… since my mutter is here.

[ Breathes deeply ] I am, and I always will be. No matter what. I will drink to that. Should we have a toast?

[ Chuckles ] To…my birthday. To the new year.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Breathes deeply ] And to us — mother and daughter.

Prost.

[ Chuckles ] Take off your coat and stay awhile, hm?

[ Grunts softly, sniffles ]

[ Coughs, clears throat ]

[ Cough hoarsely, sniffles ] Britta… your dress is torn. Are you bleeding?!

[ Dramatic music plays ] Oh…

[ Sighs weakly ]

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[ Applause ] Don’t worry, gal pal. We all know how much you hate the birthday song. But there is one tradition we must insist on. Mm-hmm. Make a wish.Make a wish. Ohh. Okay. Ohh.

[ Laughs ] Okay. We should go in. People will wonder why we’re not there. That is the point. To make people wonder about us so that word gets back to esme. Did he wake up? Oh, no. He’s completely zonked out. Poor guy. He was so determined to make it to midnight. Well, he got to see midnight… in london. Which was genius on your part. But wiley really wanted to stay up and ring in the new year here in port charles. Well, there’s always next year. Why did you want to come here for dessert instead of staying at the restaurant? Because nothing on their menu looked as good to me as an ice cream sundae. And I hope that doesn’t disappoint you. Nothing with you ever disappoints me. I’m just glad it’s just the two of us. Yeah. I’m really sorry to make you wait out here. I just need some privacy to talk to cam. Take as long as you need. Thanks. What, are you trying to match me?

[ Laughs ] Hi. Hey. Happy new year. Happy new year. What brings you to kelly’s on new year’s eve? I’m not just worried about you. I’m worried about spencer. If you know something, you should tell me. I can’T. Why? Has victor threatened you? Listen, no one is at risk if we play his game. But if you insist on taking victor down, I will go down with him. Leave him alone, or you will lose your son. I’m not going to let him do this to you. He can’t take you away from me. Don’t be so sure. Are you saying that you have fallen so far that victor is your only way back? One day you’ll go to school, ace, and I’ll teach you about the fire triangle. The three things you need to start a fire. Oxygen, fuel, and heat.

[ Sighs ] I wish — no, don’T. If you tell, your wish won’t come true. Forgive me. This is my first birthday party.

[ Laughter ] There’s still time, you know. Britt, you can stay here. Change your mind and stay.

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I know you’re new to this, but the tradition is that you blow out all the candles. Hey. Here. Oh.

[ Laughter ]

[ Cheers and applause ] -Whoo! Happy birthday! Happy birthday. Dr. Westbourne, will you do the honor of performing surgery on your cake? I need the practice. For all those surgeries I’ll be picking up on your vacation. You ready? I’m going to do it. Aaah!

[ Cheers and applause ] Yummy. All right. Ooh. There we go. The birthday girl gets the first slice. Thank you. Besides cake, we have another special treat for the birthday girl. Mommy dearest, you’re on.

Mutter, you?

Ja, liebchen. This is a song I sang at the nurses’ ball, which brought the house down, if I do say so myself.

[ Cheers and applause ] Whoo! Elizabeth. Hey, I know this is none of my business. But I’m still a doctor, and I — I still care about you. You know that drinking this early in your pregnancy isn’t good for the baby. Finn, there is no baby. We should join the party. Hey, just a little longer. We want everyone to miss us, remember? Spencer… this is a very dangerous game. It’s not all a game. I-I came to talk to cam. Oh, joss, cameron’s not here. He’s filling in for one of the catering crew. Oh. Do you know when he’ll be back? Not till after midnight. Oh. Okay, well, I guess I’ll have to talk to him another time. Happy new year. Yeah, you too. Wait. Joss, wait. What’s — what’s the rush? You, uh — you want to join us? I’m the only one to blame for the errors in my judgment. And I won’t let you get involved. Oh, nikolas. You don’t understand. I am involved. It’s like I made it my life’s work to disappoint you. Oh, no. Don’t say that. Please don’t say that, nikolas. There is nothing you could ever do to make me stop loving you. The cassadines have been trying to take you away from me since the day you were born, and I am not going to let them win. Mother, I love you. For fighting for me, for whatever… bit of soul that I have left. But it’s not just about me. It’s a long shot. I may end up trapped instead of with a way to escape. But it is the only chance I’ve got. No. The only chance we’ve got. Brace yourself. It won’t be long now. You were wunderbar. -A real star. -Incredible. Bravo, mutter. I only wish there could be an encore. There will be if I have anything to say about it, hm? What do you mean there’s no baby? I had a miscarriage. You know, this may be britt’s first birthday party, but she did it right, didn’t she? Everyone’s enjoying themselves. Yeah, I don’t care. I just care that you’re — you’re enjoying it. Yeah. People must be asking about us by now. If they are, then good. We want it to get back to esme. Okay. We should — we should get back. Yeah.

[ Rattling ] What was that? I don’t know. The wind? Probably people at the party.

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fine if you want to opena bottle of champagne. I won’t feel deprived.

[ Chuckles ] Don’t be so noble. I know you love champagne. I do, especially the kind you buy. And since we have a rack full of it, you should open one. Sit here and what, guzzle champagne while you go without? No. I am very happy with my sparkling cider. So am I. We can have champagne next year. I thought we were going to celebrate with wiley next year. Well, we can do both. Champagne for us and cider for wiley. Then maybe we can wake up the baby, and all four of us can ring in the new year together. Because nothing says “happy new year” like a screaming baby. Well, maybe our daughter will be a night owl, and she’ll like staying up at midnight. Then you can be the one to get her back to sleep. Okay. You have my solemn promise. Michael… what if I’m not here next year? I’m so sorry for your loss. Thanks. I wouldn’t blame you if you said this was poetic justice. I would never say that. You know, you and — you guys could try again. What happened with nikolas was never going to last. Ava knows, but I never told the boys. Not that you owe me anything, but — they won’t hear it from me. No one will. Thank you. Happy new year. Elizabeth. You probably want to know what that was all about. And when you’re ready, you’ll tell me. Or not. Ohh. May I have your attention? You’re not going to sing, are you? Baldwin, please say you’re not. I couldn’t carry a tune if it had handles. So if there’s no more hecklers, let’s get on with this. We had great music. We had a great cake. And now there’s one thing missing, though. Presents?

[ Cheers and applause ] Thank you. So, you guys are super dressed up. Are you going somewhere fancy to watch the ball drop? Oh, we did fancy. Now we’re just enjoying sundaes. That’s a fun way to start the new year. Bet you guys are excited. Yeah, I’m excited for all the cool projects we’ve got planned. Projects? Yeah, our new year’s resolution is a do-it-yourself remodel of the den. That’s impressive. What about you? Any resolutions? To become a doctor. What? Yeah. Wow. Since when? Well, a lot of it has to do with when I found ava after she had been stabbed. And I just felt so helpless. I just didn’t know what to do to help her. And then I realized that I can learn what to do. So I decided to submit my application to switch my major to pre-med. Wow. That is amazing. You’re going to be an incredible doctor. Good for you for going through something terrible and finding a positive way to take action. Thank you. And, god, I hope the police find esme and locks her up and throws away the key. Yeah. Look, I want to catch the hook killer, too, but we don’t know that it’s esme for sure. And we both know what happens when we jump to conclusions, right? What am I missing? Well, for a while there, sony thought that dex was behind the killings. Right, joss? I should have never come back to port charles. I would have done everyone a favor if I just — I stayed dead. No, don’t say that. Don’t you ever say that. Nikolas, I was heartbroken when I thought that I had lost you. And spencer, that’s when he began to spiral. And actually, I don’t think he ever really recovered from it. We need you to fight for yourself and to fight for us. You know, if you give in to victor now, he will never let go, honey. What if it’s too late? It’s not. It is not too late. I will back you up with every possible resource I can muster. Everything, I promise you. Look, if you could have a clean slate, wipe it clean and start over, would you do it? Is it possible? Yes, it is possible. It is never too late. It can start tonight. All you have to do is decide — do you belong to victor or do you belong to yourself? Trina: I hope joss and cam join us before midnight. Spencer: Yeah. They will if he can get off work on time. Spencer, trina, what are — what are you guys doing out here? You’re missing all the fun. There’s cake and birthday presents. We were just getting a breath of fresh air. In the cold. We didn’t realize how long we were out here. Yeah. It didn’t feel that cold to me. Shall we? Something to remember our first christmas by.

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The party’s going very well. I hope britta’s happy. Yes, yes. Okay, everyone. After a slight delay to round up some stragglers, it’s time to get back to the business at hand. Britt, some of your nearest and dearest worked together to give you a very special birthday present. Happy birthday, britta. Thank you, mutter. Thank you, everyone. Thank you.

[ Chuckles ] A remote control.

[ Laughter ] Bring it in, boys. All: Ooh.

[ Indistinct conversations ] Do you have any idea what’s going on? Just watch. I don’t know what this is. Lights, camera, action! Hit play. Britta westbourne, this is your life. We’re so prepared

[ Laughter ]

Our practice done all the work we put in now the time has come standing tall, shoulders back there’s nothing you need or lack a tiny voice says, “I am here to win” make the score, do the deal bets are down, spin the wheel there’s no doubt I am here I am here to win the planets shift the earth will move we waited long for this moment there’s so much to prove we have belief like no one else every night we prayed to the heavens just to be ourselves standing tall, shoulders back there’s nothing you need or lack a tiny voice says, “I am here to win” make the score, do the deal bets are down, spin the wheel there’s no doubt I am here to win mistakes were made along the way if we don’t ever fail can’t learn to fight another day standing tall, shoulders back there’s nothing you need or lack a tiny voice says, “I am here to win” make the score, do the deal bets are down, spin the wheel there’s no doubt I am here to win if you’re asking about what sonny did to dex, then you already know the answer. Well, michael made some pretty serious allegations, which dex denied. Lucky you. How’s dante lucky? Well, because he doesn’t have to arrest his own father. You know, michael was really worried about that, you know. He didn’t want you stuck in the middle. Even though you are. Sonny put you there, and he keeps putting you there. Well, all I can say is that sonny has been who he’s been long before I came to town. There you go, making excuses. Is that what I’m doing? Don’t ask. You don’t want to know. No, no, no. I do want to know. I’m asking. I’m asking. Look, look, I can’t tell you how to feel. All I can tell you is how I feel. And I feel that sonny’s a fraud. All of that talk about honor and loyalty, they’re just words. He doesn’t live it. You do, dante. You’re a good cop. You put your life out on the line to protect and to serve. And sonny just sits back and he lets other people put their lives out on the line. To what? To make him richer? And then when he almost kills someone, he expects them to lie and to cover for him. And yeah, now he’s protecting me. But what? I’m supposed to feel grateful? It’s not happening. …Am here to win

[ Applause ] Speech. Speech! Thank you. Thank you, everyone. That — that was… fantastic? Terrific? One of the nicest things anyone’s ever done for me. Aww. I did prepare a speech, but being here now and seeing all your faces, the faces I love, I just want you to know how much, how very, very much… blame austin. The photos were his idea. Yeah. And, you know, in case you don’t want to haul a huge monitor around with you everywhere you go, we got you this cute little digital frame. You can just kind of throw it in your purse. Yeah. Brad, liesl, and I, we have the password so we can upload photos. That way, we can be with you. On your vacation or wherever you go. Thank you. Yeah. Happy new year, mother. I don’t think it’s midnight yet. You still have time to make a new year’s resolution. I promise I’m going to think about what you said. And if there is a way to disentangle myself from victor — we can manage on our own. Throw victor out. Throw him out. Change the locks. And then you stand back and you dare him to do his worst. Because you are not just a cassadine. You are my son. And you are spencer’s father. And as long as we stick together, we’re going to be just fine. I love you. I love you. So much. Okay, ace, no matter what happens, no matter how scary it gets, just remember that I… that mommy is with you. Womb to tomb. Why are you taking me away from the party and out here? I will get you back before the ball drops. Will you get me back before I freeze to death? You warm now? Mm. Yeah. Okay. I’m getting there. Remember last new year’s eve? Yeah, I do. When you were at charlie’S. Yeah. It was a tough point in my life. Dante grabbed my keys, wouldn’t let me go home, and then… you came along. Yeah. Right? Yeah. I took you home. Thought that would be the end of us. You know, that you would sober up the next day and you’d go back to carly. Here we are a year later. Mm-hmm. Are you sorry how it ended? Are you kidding? Who said it was ending? It’s only just begun. Kiss me.

[ Sighs ]

[ Smoke alarm beeping ] Maybe this wasn’t such a brilliant plan after all.

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Happy birthday to you oh, thank you, handsome. Thanks for coming. Yeah. I wouldn’t miss this for the world. Where’s your plus one? Trina, come here. There’s someone who I’d like you to meet. Come say hi. Happy birthday, britt. I was telling trina how much you mean to me and how alike we are. Oh, god, I hope not. If you’re truly spencer’s friend, make sure he does not turn out like me. I’d be very proud to be exactly like you. All I seem to do is cry. He’s the best. Okay, you two. Break it up. Last dance. What? Before the old year ends. Come on. Let’s show them how it’s done. What did britt say to you over my shoulder? I’ll never tell. I’m sorry. I did not mean to go off like that. Not the best way to ring in the new year. Oh, dante started it. I kind of did, actually. All I’m trying to say is that I think you’re awesome. And I’m just sorry that you’re stuck in this position. Okay, first of all, thank you, but I’m okay, all right? Don’t feel sorry for me. I’m a lucky guy for many reasons. And don’t you forget it. Can I make an observation? Please. I have it coming. I think you’re smart and strong. Especially for realizing that you want to become a doctor. Focus on that. Being hung up on sonny, that is — it’s a waste. You have better things to do with your time. Thank you, sam. I will try to remember that. Hey, speaking of time, it’s almost midnight, and times square may have the crowds, but port charles has the fireworks. There’s a pretty good view outside of kelly’S. Why don’t you stay and watch them with us? You’re so sweet. Thank you for the invitation, but I’m going to try to make britt’s birthday party. Oh. Yeah. Happy new year. Happy new year, doctor-to-be. Happy new year. Happy new year, joss. Thank you, guys. Bye. Hey. So I’m going to head home and change, and then I’m going to head over to the party at the haunted star. Sonny will be there. You don’t have to worry. Sorry. For what? We were having such a nice time, and I… I was going to say killed the mood, but that just sounds morbid. Well, then, be morbid. Scared or angry. Look, willow, you don’t have to put up a front for me. I mean, wiley’s different. He’s a child, and he has to feel secure, so you have to pretend with him, but you don’t have to pretend with me. I’m not pretending. That’s the crazy part. As scared as I am that I’m going to die, this is the happiest time of my life. I love you, michael. I love wiley. I love our daughter. I love where we live with your squabbling relatives right up the driveway. There was a time, a long time, when I was alone. And now my life is so rich and so full. Beyond anything I could have ever imagined. And most of it came from you. Well, I think I got the better half of that bargain. What are you talking about? Come here. You… you changed my life, willow. Yeah, it wasn’t — it wasn’t a bad life before. I’ve been blessed with a lot. I’m lucky. And I know that. But… but with you, there’s a connection I have never felt with anyone. You know, the love, the trust, the compatibility.

[ Chuckles ] Compatibility? I know, it sounds totally unromantic, but… not to me. I feel compatible with you, too. Hold that thought.

[ Smoke alarm beeping ] Esme! Esme! Esme! Esme! You can’t get far!

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Hey. Remember this? Your great-grandmother’s ring. Well, to me, it’s your ring. It has been ever since you accepted it the first time. I gave it back when we had our marriage annulled. Yeah. Yeah. I hated signing those papers. So did I.

[ Sighs ] Look, it’s a family heirloom, and I could have put it back with my great-grandmother’s jewelry, but I held on to it, hoping that you would accept it again. But this time forever. Willow tait, will you marry me?

[ Coughing ] Okay. Ace, let, uh… mommy catch her breath.

[ Panting ] And then we’re out of here.

[ Coughing ]

[ Door closes ] Hey. Nice up there, huh? Yeah. It’s beautiful. Yeah, we thought so, too. Okay, party people, it’s that time! Out with the old year and in with the new. So chill the champagne, grab someone you love, or at least you don’t hate, and get ready for the countdown! Whoo! You took your best shot, esme, but the fire’s out, and there’s only one way to go, which is down. Or did you forget what happened last time? I haven’t forgotten. Esme. Oh, hey, hey. I know you care about that baby. Okay, once we get to cassadine island, you can have whatever you need or want until the baby’s born, I promise you. Just take my hand. Esme, take my hand. Just take my hand.

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Hey, where are you going? The — the emcee said you should be with someone you love. So, um… I’m going to go home and bring in the new year with my daughter. Happy new year. Yeah, happy new year. Aww. Ohh. Thank you. What, for the gift? You already said thank you. Don’t worry about it. No, that’s what you gave me. But by being quiet about where I’m going, you’ve given everyone that I love something to remember me by. All right, beautiful people. Here we go! Ready? Together: 10, 9, 8… yes, michael. Yes, with all my heart. I’ll marry you. Here. For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness, and in health. As long as we both shall live. …7, 6… should I have driven josslyn home? Oh, she had sonny’s bodyguard. Right. Besides, she’s probably having fun at the party right now. Right. Truth? Yeah. Of course. I didn’t wanna share you with anyone tonight. …5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Happy new year!

[ Noisemakers blowing ]

And never brought to mind? Should auld acquaintance be forgot and the days of auld lang syne? Happy new year, trina. Happy new year, spencer. Happy new year, my friend. It’s going to be a better year for you next year, I promise. It has to be. For you as well. I’ll drink to that. Maxie: Hey. Have you seen britt? She’s missing the best part of the party. Yeah. And say what you want about britt, that woman knows how to make an exit. Happy new year. Happy new year. What are you doing? Get down from there! I’ve survived the drop once before, and I’ll do it again. No!

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[ Dance music plays ] Mm! Ooh, excuse me. Hi. [ Laughs ] Wait, finn? Finn. Oh. Did elizabeth talk you into this? Uh, sorry. This is so not your scene. Elizabeth must have dragged you here. Where is she? Here’s the list of stuff that esme is gonna need in the coming weeks. I’ll take care of it. And i will take care of her. I really appreciate all you’re doing. I’m not doing this for you.

[ Doorbell rings ] Mother. Happy new year. It’s not a good time. I’m sorry to hear that.

[ Footsteps approaching ] Spencer, sorry. Were you waiting long? Definitely worth the wait. You look beautiful. Thanks. You, too. Well, you know.

[ Chuckles ] So you all set to do this? Be seen together to generate buzz? Let’s start with a selfie. Yeah. We can post throughout the night and drive esme crazy. Hopefully we can make her jealous enough to become reckless. Well, one look at you and mission accomplished. Say “it’s on and poppin’.”

[ Laughs ]

[ Camera shutter clicks ] Nice.

[ Person coughing ] That’s cute. Spencer. When kristina told me she saw you at christmas, I said, “that’s impossible, because my — my nephew wouldn’t show up in port charles without coming to see me.”

[ Bells tolling ] It’s just me. It’s just me.

[ Sighs ] Why’d you want to see me? Sonny’s cutting a deal. With who? People he’ll regret doing business with. Oh. It’s you. Kinda overdressed for nursing a prisoner, aren’t you? How are you feeling?

[ Scoffs ] Like you care.

[ Door locking ] You know, you and your baby have been on my mind constantly these days. I’ve sacrificed a lot to keep us all safe. Well, if that’s true, it’s not too late. Help me get out of here so — if not for my sake, then for the baby.

[ Dance music playing ]

[ Laughs ] Ah. Happy birthday to me.

[ Gasps, sighs ] Thank you, brad.

[ Squeals ] He has nothing on mein scotty.

[ Laughs ] Excuse me. Hey. Fashionably late, I see. I wanted to make an entrance. And that you did, girl. That ensemble is smoking! That’s the plan. Um, nice job on the waiters.

[ Laughs ] By the way. I know that was your contribution. You know it. What’s a party without hunky, half-nude servers, huh? Yes. [ Laughs ] And, maxie, everything looks gorgeous and stunning. Take a sip. It’s prosecco, not champagne. You know me well. Hi. You look great. Thank you. Hey, brad. Austin. And you, my goodness. I know you’re my boss, but can I say “wow?” Uh, you can tonight. Thank you. Alright. Well, then, wow.

[ Laughs ] Alright, well, brad and i are gonna go check on some other surprises we have up our sleeves.

[ Chuckles ] They’ve gone to so much trouble. Yeah, well, they love you. They want to make you happy. So you should consider how they’re gonna feel when they figure out that this was their last opportunity.

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uncle sonny, I — I am sorry. I had planned on coming by to say thank you for looking out for me while I was in pentonville. I truly appreciated it. It’s just that so much has happened since I’ve been out. Relax, spencer. I’m just happy to see you.

[ Spencer and sonny laugh ] Hopefully, I won’t need any more favors from you. I’ll hold you to that. I was sorry to hear about your friend, officer cabrera. Yeah, I heard he was a good man. He was a very good man. Too good. Rory was there for trina when she needed support. He was. Well, um, we’re gonna go inside. Yeah? Um, we’ll see you later, okay?

[ Sighs ] Thank you for what you said about rory and for helping me bring his killer to justice. I’d do anything for you. You know that. But this isn’t all just for you. I’m the one who brought esme to port charles, which makes it my responsibility to rid this city of her forever.

[ Dance music plays ] Looks like, uh, britt went all out, huh? Yeah, it’S… [Clears throat] It’s something. I appreciate you coming out with me. You know, this is a bit more lively than our new year’s eve last year. You don’t have to thank me. You know why? Hmm? Because I like being by your side. Thank you. It’s just important for me to be there for britt. You know, maxie, britt, and I, we made a sister pact, and we’ve been close ever since. I want to be there for her. I just want more time with her. Listen. Huntington’s is like alzheimer’S. It’s a no-joke disease, and you’re gonna have a rough road ahead. I have something to say, and please just hear me out, alright? I-I don’t think it’s a good idea, this whole running away thing. Austin, I swear, if you start hounding me, I will throw you overboard.

[ Scoffs ] And to be clear, I-I’m not running away. I am making a graceful exit. There’s still time. To rethink that. Not much. In 4 hours, when the countdown begins and the topless hotties are topping off drinks, I will slip away with a one-way ticket to destiny. You look like you’re solo, too. Where’s, uh — where’s my buddy, yuri? He’s sick. It’s adorable how even the biggest, strongest men become babies when they catch the sniffles. [ Laughs ] It’s a good thing yuri knows a doctor. Yeah, I should bill him, I suppose. Hmm. It is nice, though, to have someone to take care of, and to be taken care of in return. Oh, look, I know that you prefer that I call before I come over, but to be honest, I didn’t want to give you the opportunity to come up with an excuse not to talk to me. About what? I spoke with your uncle. Victor. What did he say? No, cyrus. I went to visit him at pentonville.

[ Chuckles ] What possessed you to do that? He said that he had some information about our family, and, well, I guess it just got me to wondering what else I don’t know. About cyrus? About you. You told me that you betrayed all the people you loved the most. Can you tell me exactly what you meant by that? You care so much for this baby, and yet you won’t do a thing to help me, even though you know I didn’t hurt anyone. Maybe you didn’t kill anyone, but you’ve hurt a lot of people, my son included. Oh. So this is revenge, after all. It’s not. The way I see it, you have two options — you can either stay in this tower, or you can face prosecution for the slew of crimes you’ll be charged with if I turn you in. Well, there is a third option. Set me free so I can leave town and raise my baby. And why would I do that? It wasn’t that long ago that you threatened a hunger strike and refused to take your prenatal vitamins. Because I’m desperate. Can’t you see that? Elizabeth, I swear I will take care of this baby, but I-I need to be free so we can be safe. On the run, no family or resources, constantly looking over your shoulder — how is that any safer than a roof over your head, nutritious meals, and consistent care? Because I won’t have to live with the fear that nikolas will kill me as soon as I give birth.

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Go just now? Oh, no, don’t pay any attention to me. Hey. What are you — it’s a celebration, and I refuse to be a buzzkill. You can tell me anything, you know that. Where’d you go? It’s — oh, my god.

[ Laughs ] What? Just thinking about my — I was thinking about my brother, I was thinking about nelle, and how I don’t get to see wiley anymore. And my family is very small, and the thought of losing britt maybe in a few years is… just… I get it. I lost my dad. I lost brando. Now I can’t see michael. I can’t see wiley. And now michael is going to have another child, and what now? Yeah. Am I gonna be able to see that child? Probably not, right? Well, you have to pay a really big price, having me in your life, don’t you?

[ Siren blaring ]

[ Laughs ] Hello, beauties!

[ Cheers and applause ] Oh, I am simply gagging on the fabulosity! You are all so hot, I may have smoke inhalation. Is there a doctor in the house? Yes, there is, and she loves to dance.

[ Woman squealing ]

[ Laughter ]

I wanted you ava and I have — we’ve been struggling for months. It’S… no, come on, now. It’s not about ava. That’s not a reason that spencer would turn his back on you. Look, your son just got out of prison. That should matter to you. You should be spending time with him tonight, working on your relationship with him. But where is he? Do you know? Do you care? Of course I care. Then what have you done to alienate him? You keep worrying that nikolas is gonna harm you, but I’m telling you, that’s not his plan. That’s not the plan he shared with you. Lie back.

[ Sighs ] You know, maybe you’re judging nikolas based on your own standards.

[ Equipment beeps ] But you’re wrong about him. And wrong about me, too. I’m not gonna let anything happen to you.

[ Heartbeat through sonogram ] Strong heartbeat. Okay. Um… are you in any discomfort? Any pain? No. Any the other concerns? Yes. What if there are complications? So far, your pregnancy is progressing typically. Yeah, so far, but I mean, I’ve only seen one ultrasound since I found out I was pregnant, and then there’s been nothing since. I know this isn’t ideal, but I have assisted in a lot of births — three of my own. You don’t have to worry. Women have been giving birth since the dawn of time. Y-you talk like I’m a patient in a maternity ward. I’m not. I’m — I’m a prisoner. You’re right, I have hurt people — people who did not deserve it, especially cam. But what if you’re hurting my baby by helping nikolas? Can you live with that, nurse baldwin? Sonny met with a representative from pikeman security group. Pikeman, they’re — they’re military contractors. They do everything from weapon design to manufacturing and logistics and private squads of soldiers. What do they want from sonny? They want to move their product through port charles, and they want sonny to facilitate. Pikeman is paying sonny to help them smuggle military weapons? That’s as illegal as it gets.

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whoo! Mommy is parched. I’m gonna get a drink. Britt: Okay. [ Laughs ] B-r-B. Oh. Oh, my god! Where did you get her?! Are you surprised? Am I ever? Ugh, I love it all. I love it. You two. I’m never gonna forget this, for as long as I live.

[ Laughs ] Okay, so good you asked. I mean, it’s probably just a mole, but yeah, I’d — I’d get it checked out. Hey. On the clock, dr. Gatlin-holt? Always. I mean, you know how it is if you point out you’re a doctor. That ends once you lose your license. I haven’t always been your biggest fan. Really? Hadn’t noticed. But you’ve been a good friend to my daughter. I’m grateful. Thank you for saying that. It’s been a real pleasure, you know, getting to know britt. I hope it continues. She needs her friends now. So, finn, is elizabeth showing up later, or…? I’M…really not sure.

[ Scoffs ] She’s been so hard to pin down lately. I might have to page her at G.H. Just to catch up.

[ Chuckles ] Um, is she okay, or…? I would be the wrong guy to ask. Please help me get away so I-I can be free and raise my baby in peace. I was right. You do care about this child. I don’t know if I’m mom material. I can be selfish and willful. But I do know that even if neither of us is innocent, this baby is, and I want to give him or her a better start in life than I had. I asked nikolas to order a portable ultrasound machine, so the next time I visit, we can do that scan and maybe give you a picture of your baby. And what if it shows something bad? We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it — if we come to it, but again, I don’t want you to worry. Why worry when life is so wonderful? Have fun at your party. Nikolas: I’ve let spencer down so many times. Yeah, that doesn’t explain why he would have such a big reaction to you having been unfaithful to ava. Spencer is disappointed. Okay? I set such a poor example. Unless it’s not the fact that you had an affair, but who you had the affair with. Who is she? Mother, I don’t want to discuss this. I don’t really want to discuss it either, but this has affected our whole family, so I’d like to know. Elizabeth: I’m leaving now. Laura. Hi. Hi. Didn’t realize you had company. Yeah, that makes two of us. You look beautiful. Thank you. I am going to britt westbourne’s party. And I’m late, so I better go. Oh, well, stay safe. Have fun. Uh, maybe we can get together soon. We have a lot of catching up to do. Yeah. Yeah, I’d like that. Okay. Goodnight. Happy new year. Yeah, same to you. Thanks for… stopping by. Please tell me it’s not elizabeth. The pikeman rep, a guy named hume, handed sonny a briefcase full of cash just for showing up. So sonny draws a line on running drugs, but he’s willing to help ship weapons of war. There’s two reasons people want ship under cloak of darkness — either what they’re moving is dirty or what they’re moving is being supplied to dirty people. In this case, both. This deal is extremely lucrative for sonny, but also extremely dicey. This is it. This is how we bring sonny down. This isn’t like busting sonny on rico violations. Pikeman had contractors in afghanistan. They’re heavy hitters. Just think twice before messing with them. Are you backing out? The other day, you were worried. You didn’t want to get too close to donna. Oh, um, yeah. I was just having a moment. You know, I didn’t mean to be so maudlin. Right. But I — I’ve been thinking about that — uh, what you said — and you didn’t want to latch on in order to fill a void. Yeah. It’s actually kind of embarrassing, like, that whole conversation. Yeah, but isn’t that what loved ones are supposed to do for us? Fill that space inside of us when we lose somebody or feel alone? Yeah, I suppose so. That’s what you did for me. That’s what you do for me. So what I want you to do is I want you to latch on to me, donna, and avery. You’ve got more family than you know. Yeah.

Tonight, you’re mine

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You cheated on ava with elizabeth?! I said I don’t want to discuss it. Well, it’s too late. You’ve already confirmed it. Do you have any idea how fragile elizabeth is right now? Mother, it’s over. It doesn’t matter if it’s over. The damage has been done.

[ Sighs ] No wonder spencer is so upset. My god, she’s family. Her sons are his cousins. What were you thinking?! You know elizabeth and i have a past. And it should have stayed in the past. I mean, I thought the two of you were just friends. Does finn know?

[ Sighs ] Elizabeth and I hate that we hurt finn and ava. That’s why we want to keep it quiet. We don’t want to cause any more pain. Well… no one will hear anything from me.

[ Sighs ] Nikolas, don’t kid yourself. Secrets like this are impossible to keep. I’m not looking for a way out. Well, good, because I need updates on every step of this partnership between pikeman and sonny, and I’m talking names, dates, shipping container numbers, bills of lading, all of it. I-I just want to be sure you know what you’re getting yourself into. Any evidence we get against sonny will also be evidence against pikeman. Who even knows how many laws they’re breaking by shipping this stuff, and if they connect it back to us… it could get messy. You didn’t forget a single detail of that special meal I told you about. You…

[Laughing] You remembered everything. I listen. You don’t have to feel alone, esme. Join me?

[ Dance music plays in distance ] Oh, thanks, but no one’s watching us now. Well… can’t I be a friend while at the same time being a gentleman? There you go. With all due respect to ava, I do think that esme is the likeliest suspect. Okay, boss.

[ Laughs ] All due respect to ava? That must have been some talk you guys had. Ava and I are never going to like each other. But she cares about you, and i know that you care about her, so that I can respect. That’s decent. Spencer, um, I have something to clear up. At my party, I said we weren’t friends. I recall. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean it. I – I was — I was upset a-and hurt. I’m glad to hear it. Not that you were hurt and upset, but that we can still be friends. Trina, I don’t have many of those. You have me, joss, and cam, and britt. That’s respectable. Yeah, well, that might be the first time that I’ve heard the word “respectable” applied to me. First time for everything. Hmm. I really am grateful. Especially since I hurt you all, britt included. She means a lot to you, huh? She was always there for me as a kid. And she stuck by my side, from my bratty juvenile shenanigans to the wreck of things that I’ve made since I got back. And britt and I have a lot in common, and somehow we both tend to push away the people in our lives that we so desperately need.

[ Dance music plays ]

You won’t come down

you won’t come

[ Laughter ] Be careful. Don’t overdo it. Ugh! Isn’t that what tonight is for? I’m happy to see you enjoying yourself, but you can’t get over-tired. It takes a toll. Mutter, stop worrying! But I am your mutter. It’s my job to worry about you. No, not tonight. Tonight, your job is to have fun. Please. It’s important to me.

[ Chuckles ] I’m so happy you have scott. Life will never be dull with him.

[ Laughter ]

You won’t come hey. [ Laughs ] Aunt liesl. And britt. Wow, you look amazing! You look cover-worthy. Oh. [ Chuckles ] Great party. How you doing? All is well, thank you. Excuse me, my scotty needs me. Please tell me that you’re having the time of your life. Oh, I am! So you don’t need to look at me like that. [ Laughs ] Like what? Like I’m the walking dead. Okay, so, what’s going on? Elizabeth and I, uh,

[Sighs] We broke up. W-what?! Elizabeth didn’t breathe a word. I’m not exactly surprised. It was sudden. I don’t understand! What happened?!

You won’t come down

[ Paper crumples ] It pains me that I disappointed you again. No. It’s okay. I — I’m just really worried about spencer. You know, he just got out of prison, and he’s coming home to all of this chaos. I’ll be a better father going forward. If he gives you the opportunity. You know, spencer can’t completely distance himself from me. I mean, spencer’s release is contingent on being in victor’s custody, and victor insists on staying at wyndemere. Wait a minute. Are you saying that spencer is legally in victor’s custody? I mean, does it matter? Yes. Oh, my god! Yes! It matters! Victor only acts in his own self interest. Don’t you see? Sooner or later, he-he’s gonna use spencer. Oh, my god. I can’t let that happen. I can’T. Wa-wait, what are you planning to do? I don’t know, but whatever it takes. No. Mother, you are no match for victor. Leave it alone.

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You don’t have to pretend.My mother told me she told you. You know, w-we just never know how much time we have in life. Look at jason. I mean… what matters is what we do with the time we have. Yeah, how we spend our time, who we spend our time with. Britt, this party was a great idea. You know what? Jason would want to see you getting all you can out of life. Got anything you want to tell me? Maybe one or two. Ladies, gents, them/theys, and anyone else here to slay, tonight is about honoring that other infamous queen bee, the M.D. With the b-day, dr. Britt westbourne!

[ Cheers and applause ] Now, britt’s partner-in-wine, brad, tells me that when they’re not busy reading red carpet fashion for filth or murdering mimosas,

[Laughs] Their favorite pastime is dusting their karaoke competition. Well, girl, we have a mic. We have a stage. We just need two showboats willing to serve. Brad and britt, without further ado, come through!

[ Cheers and applause ] Make some noise for brad and the britch! For you and you.

[ Cheers and applause ] What are we gonna sing? Oh, it’s handled. Ah!

[ Up-tempo music plays ] Let’s go, britt. No pause. Like a warrior that fights and wins the battle I know the taste of victory though I went through some nights consumed by the shadows I was crippled emotionally both: Hmmm somehow I made it through the heartache yes, I did oh I escaped oh-oh I found my way out of the darkness I kept my faith I know you did kept my faith when the river was deep, I didn’t falter when the mountain was high, I still believed when the valley was low, it didn’t stop me, no, no I knew you were waiting I knew you were waiting for me oh-oh with an endless desire, I kept on searching sure in time our eyes would meet and like a bridge that’s on fire, the hurt is over one touch and… you set me free no, I don’t regret a single moment no, I don’t I know you don’t looking back, uh when I think of all those disappointments I just laugh I know you do I just laugh when the river was deep, I didn’t falter when the mountain was high, I still believed when the valley was low, it didn’t stop me, oh I knew you were waiting I knew you were waiting for me so we were drawn together through destiny ooh, boy I know this love we share was meant to be oh h background singers: Knew you were waiting ooh, yeah knew you were waiting I knew you were waiting knew you were waiting for me oh, when th

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Background singers: It didn’t stop me no, it didn’t stop me, no knew you were waiting britt and brad: I knew you were waiting for me I didn’t falter I still believed oh, I still believed background singers: It didn’t stop me no, it didn’t stop me no knew you were waiting someday, some place someway, somehow for me I didn’t falter when the valley was low I still believed I believed, I believed it didn’t stop me together: I knew you were waiting I knew you were waiting for me

[ Cheers and applause ] Why did I find out from finn that the two of you broke up? Explain yourself, missy.

[ Cheers and applause continue ]

[ Scoffs ] Emcee: Alright! Thank you, my dear. Let’s hear it one more time for the britch and brad! Brad and the britch! Yes!

[ Cheers and applause ] Okay, boys, show the birthday girl whatcha got. Ooh!

[ Applause ] Don’t worry, gal pal, we all know how much you hate the birthday song. But there is one tradition we must insist on. Mm-hmm. Brad and maxie: Make a wish. Oh…

[ Chuckles ]

[ Laughs ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Mouthing ]

[ Laughs ] Okay. Look, just get the evidence against sonny, and I’ll make sure to get it into the right hands without implicating either one of us. When we expose sonny, he’ll have a target on his back with the law and with pikeman. He might be better off in custody. Well, if he’s convicted of the charges he’d be facing, he’ll be in prison for a very long time — possibly forever. You prepared for that? Look, I always knew what sonny was capable of. And torturing you was a new low. But this — running weapons with a back-channel military organization? I mean, he’s not the father that I knew. I don’t want him near my family. So to answer your question… forever’s fine with me. For my sake, don’t antagonize victor. He can accuse me of terrible things. Does he have proof? I can’t get into it. Then I can’t help you. What do you mean? I — it — look, it’s not just about you. I am also very worried about spencer. If you know something, you should tell me. I can’t! Why?! Has victor threatened you?

[ Scoffs ] No one is at risk if we play his game. But if you take down victor, you take me down. Leave him alone or you will lose your son. Mmm! That steak was delicious. Sorry you couldn’t join me. It’s alright. I’m glad you enjoyed it. You know what? To kindness found in the most unexpected places. Hm! Oh, oh!

[ Coughing ] It’s all right. Oh. Um, I got it.

[ Coughing ] Okay.

[ Coughing continues ]

[ Sighs ] Demetrius, thank you. This meant more to me than you will ever know. Happy new year.

[ Speaks in native language ] Esme.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

[ Sighs ] And happy new year to us, ace. We should head inside. Five more minutes. Nobody will see us out here together. We’re on the deck. Well, the buzz could be that we stole some time alone. I mean, they might assume I got emotional and needed air. Yeah, and I came out to the deck to check on you. And I leaned on you for comfort. And some…combination of the heightened emotions and the twinkling lights… yeah, and the waves and stars. And your warmth as you held me. Brought back all those old feelings. The ones we never acted on. And it felt like we were the only two people on earth.

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