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GH Update Tuesday, December 13, 2022

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At Sonny’s penthouse, Nina found a crayon drawing stuffed in the cushions of the couch with the word “MOMMY” written on it.. Sonny came in, and he said that he was glad that Donna and Nina had started to grow close. Nina recalled that Josslyn had stopped by to point out that  Nina was not allowed to spend time with Donna. Nina wondered if spending time with Donna was worth it.

Nina shared that because Nelle had been taken away from her at birth, she had a hole in her heart that she would always try to heal. She said that the more time she spent with Donna the more she was afraid that she was opening her heart to  heartbreak at a later date. Sonny understood, but he didn’t think she had anything to worry about. Nina still insisted that she should keep her distance from Donna. Sonny agreed to Nina’s new terms (despite how much grief he had been put through getting Carly to agree to allow Nina to see Donna in the first place), but he said there was nothing he would like more than for Nina to have a close relationship with Donna. 

In a private room of Metro Court, Denise told Carly that Drew no longer had a reason to search for Willow’s birth mother. Carly asked about Willow’s biological father. Denise remarked that the check Carly had given her would only cover one deceased parent and that information on Willow’s father would cost Carly more.

Denise threatened to expose Carly for the lies she had told Drew and Willow. Carly was disgusted, but needed the information so she gave Denise another check. She told Denise that she was an awful person. “It could be worse. I could be paying someone to lie about someone else’s parents being dead. At least I own who I am and what I’m doing. Trust me, your life would be a lot easier if you looked in the mirror and did the same,” Denise told Carly.

At the Metro Court restaurant, Drew shared with Willow’s biological mother had died. Drew encouraged Willow not to give up hope. An upset Willow left to go for some air. Outside on the patio, Willow struggled to control her emotions. Drew found Willow, and he realized she was in tears.  It was at that moment, that Drew connected all the times that Willow had looked pale, when she had passed out, when she had felt faint, when she said she was “just tired.”  “Oh, my God.  You’re sick, aren’t you? He asked.

Willow shared that she had Stage 4 leukemia, and she added that she didn’t know how much time she had unless she could find a family member for a bone marrow donation. Drew hugged Willow and did his best to consoler her.

Willow said that although she was receiving chemotherapy, it wasn’t enough. Drew was sympathetic, and Willow asked Drew to promise that he wouldn’t tell anyone that Willow was sick. “Not even Carly,” Willow emphasized.

Carly told Willow she was sorry that her birth mother was dead. She said that Willow had all the family she needed in Port Charles. Willow thanked Drew, and she left. Afterwards, Carly remarked that she hadn’t realized how important it was for Willow to find her birth parents. “Neither did I,” Drew replied.

At Charlie’s Pub, Alexis and Gregory shared cocktails before Finn arrived at the bar. Alexis asked Gregory to give her a chance to talk privately to Finn, and Gregory agreed. Finn then told Alexis that things between him and Elizabeth were over.

Finn left the pub, and afterwards, Gregory said that his family was in Alexis’ debt. Later, outside Charlie’s, Ava encountered Finn. Ava asked what was on Finn’s mind. He totally ignored her and walked away.

At Wyndemere, Ava wanted to discuss her marriage to Nikolas. Nikolas said that while he wanted Ava to move back in, the timing was wrong because Spencer had just moved back in, as well. Ava said she hoped Nikolas would “press pause” on their plans for divorce. Elizabeth arrived in the foyer.

A surprised Ava wanted to learn from Nikolas why Elizabeth was at Wyndemere and why she had her own set of keys to the castle. Elizabeth made up an excuse about Nikolas having volunteered his family’s history for a school project that Aiden was working on. Ava bid Nikolas goodnight, and she left.

Alone in the living room, Nikolas shared that he and Elizabeth would have to be careful because Spencer had moved back into the mansion. Elizabeth replied that that wasn’t their only concern, and she handed Nikolas the bottle of prenatal vitamins. “Congratulations! You’re gonna be a father again… to my child,” Elizabeth said with a smile.

Elizabeth called her ridiculous plan to tell Finn that the prenatal vitamins he had found at GH and Wyndemere were hers.  She wanted to tell Finn the truth but Nikolas told her that if she did, Finn would send the cops to Spoon Island and she and Nikolas would likely go down for the false imprisonment of Esme.  He warned that this could mean she would be required to serve time away from her boys. Elizabeth couldn’t believe that she had become the kind of person that would go along with Nikolas’ plan.  Nikolas said that sometimes you had to do deplorable things because they were in the interest of the greater good.  Elizabeth said that if that were true that he must sacrifice his relationship with Ava, so that he could concentrate on the task at hand; keeping Esme off the streets.

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GH Update Thursday, December 15, 2022

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Sam met Maxie at the café, and Sam questioned Maxie on why they were meeting.  Maxie mentioned that she thought that Sam would be the best possible person to provide her with some well-needed perspective on her current situation. She told Sam about what had transpired between Austin and Spinelli. The lying, the blackmail, the ordering of her and Austin’s compatibility report behind her back and Spinelli’s constant interference in her relationship with Austin. Maxie mentioned that she had trusted Austin when they first met but that trust had faded. Maxie confessed that perhaps Spinelli and Georgie had been right from the beginning and she should have trusted their intuition.  Sam advised Maxie to reassess her entire situation using her own intuition and then proceed accordingly. 

Nikolas arrived at the gallery, startling Ava. He told her that he would always love her, and she replied wistfully, “If only that was all it took to fix things.” She invited him to join her for takeout, but he said he would not be staying. He admitted that he was only there to make a special delivery. He handed her an incredibly thick group of papers and a pen. Ava looked at the papers and all the happiness drained for her face.  “Divorce papers?” she snapped.  She believed that something had driven him to go ahead with the divorce and Victor was first in line. After some badgering, he blurted out that he’d had an affair with Elizabeth.

Ava wanted details of the affair, but Nikolas would only tell her that Elizabeth was pregnant. He was determined not to fail another child. He advised her to look at the very generous offer. Ava saw a letter opener on the table and picked it up. She swung at him, but only pinned the papers to the wall. “That’s what I think of your offer,” she murmured. “You could have killed me!” he exclaimed. “Remember that,” she shot back. He apologized, as he’d never wanted to hurt her. “God have mercy on you because you’ll get none from me,” she said coldly, and he left.

Josslyn arrived at Kelly’s with an armful of toys for donation, and Dex offered to help her, but she insisted that she could do it herself. With Spencer acting incredibly rude toward Dex, Dex asked Cameron to cancel his order, and said that he would gladly go to another restaurant. Cameron said that was fine, but Spencer demanded that Dex pay for his order. Dex smugly took out a roll of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     cash and told Spencer that Sonny paid him well. Spencer punched Dex, who fell on the floor. Dex popped back up, and Spencer dared Dex to punch him.

Cameron separated Spencer and Dex, and Josslyn couldn’t believe that Spencer was already causing problems, freshly out of prison. Spencer explained that Cameron had told him that Dex had put Josslyn in danger, and he yelled at Dex to leave. Josslyn assured Dex that he didn’t have to listen to Spencer. “You have no clue what I do or don’t have to do,” Dex responded, and he left Kelly’s. Cameron didn’t want Spencer to hurt people because of anything he had said. Spencer believed that the attitude of his group of friends had changed in his absence, and he said he didn’t believe he was no longer wanted or needed.  Spencer then stormed out. Cameron suggested that, with all the craziness around them, he and Josslyn go somewhere nice, just the two of them. Josslyn said that sounded really nice but they needed to talk first.

Rory arrived outside at the address of an apartment that he had gained knowledge of by improperly looking through Dante’s filed. He knocked. The door opened when he knocked, so he announced himself and went in. The door slammed shut behind him, and the Hook appeared. From outside the apartment, Dante heard gunshots and called for backup. He announced himself and kicked in the door to the apartment. He found a man bleeding on the floor and checked for a pulse. Just then, Rory emerged, bleeding, from another room. He fell onto the couch and told Dante it had been, “The Hook.”

Trina entered Jordan’s office and asked if she’d seen Rory. Jordan informed Trina that Rory was probably around the station somewhere, as his shift had just ended. Jordan advised Trina to stick around because Rory would love to see Trina. “Not for long,” Trina muttered. She excused herself to go to Kelly’s, and she left. A few minutes later, Jordan’s phone rang, and she learned of Dante’s call for backup.

Jordan arrived at the apartment which was now an official crime scene.  The suspect lay on the floor with what appeared to be at least one gunshot wound to the chest. Dante explained that he had to have just missed the killer, and the woman they suspected could have jumped out the window. Jordan advised an officer to set up a 10 block perimeter to look for the killer. Jordan didn’t think Rory could wait for the ambulance, so Dante and the other officer carried Rory out of the apartment. Jordan put in a call for the medical examiner and crime scene unit to get to the apartment.

At General Hospital, Portia showed Elizabeth some of her options for wedding dresses. However, Portia was unsure about getting married in February, when “the Hook” killer was still on the loose. Elizabeth thought it would give everyone in Port Charles something nice to look forward to. Portia reminded Elizabeth that she and Finn hadn’t yet RSVP’d. Elizabeth said that she would definitely be there, but she couldn’t speak for Finn, as they had ended their relationship.

Gregory ran into Finn at the elevators on the 10th floor of General Hospital, he insisted on taking him to dinner. He knew that Finn hadn’t been doing well, and he told Finn that Violet had also picked up on it. Finn admitted that he and Elizabeth were through. Gregory wondered if Finn wanted to salvage the relationship, but the conversation was interrupted. 

Jordan arrived with Rory, Dante, and the other officers, and Portia, Finn, and Elizabeth got Rory onto a stretcher. Dante revealed that they’d need the antivenom, as Rory had been attacked by the Hook.

At Volonino’s gym, Curtis helped Alexis out with the punching bag. He explained that they needed to “establish a winning mindset” before they tried to catch a serial killer. A short while later, Alexis emerged from the locker room after having changed. Curtis told her that the PCPD had been “tight-lipped” with any information about “the Hook” killer, and Alexis wasn’t sure what else they could do. 

Dex arrived at the gym, and thought about Josslyn as he beat up the punching bag. Curtis returned a short while later and eyed Dex, deeming him far enough away to talk to Alexis. As Curtis explained that Ryan didn’t think that Esme was the killer, his phone rang, Jordan asked Curtis to pick up Trina and bring her immediately to the GH, as there had been another attack. While he talked to Jordan, Alexis got a text from Gregory that read, “911 at GH.” They ran out, Dex thought about Josslyn more as he worked over the punching bag.

Spencer ran into Trina as he exited Kelly’s. He sarcastically talked about how he wasn’t supposed to stick up for anyone anymore. Whatever he’d done, Trina said she was sure that his heart had been in the right place, and he probably just needed to work on his execution. He figured he could do that the next time he was in town. He revealed that he was leaving as soon as the terms of his prison release were met, as Port Charles was no longer a home. He said, “I’m going to move on, and I’m going to disappoint strangers” instead of the people he loved.

Curtis arrived with news for Trina that he said Cameron and Josslyn needed to hear, also. The three went into Kelly’s, and Curtis informed the kids that they needed to go with him to the hospital immediately, on Jordan’s orders, as she wanted eyes on all four of them. He revealed that there had been another attack. Trina asked who had been attacked, and Curtis reluctantly answered that it was Rory.

At the hospital, Alexis asked Dante if the Hook killer had struck again. Jordan ordered Dante to go get cleaned up, so he left. Jordan stated that an officer was fighting for his life after a cowardly and brutal attack, and she would do anything she could for justice. “I’ll be damned if we lose another one of our own, and you can quote me on that,” she added, and she walked away. 

In the operating room, Finn, Portia, and Elizabeth worked on Rory. Finn ordered Elizabeth to administer the antivenom, but she reminded him that it was in short supply. Finn replied that the poison would kill Rory if the injuries didn’t, so she injected the antivenom into the I.V.

Jordan informed Dante that Mac was at the apartment, and Dante offered to see if Mac needed help. But , Jordan refused and said she wanted him to stay at the hospital, as he needed to see things through for Rory’s sake. Trina and Curtis arrived with Josslyn, Cameron and Spencer in tow.  Trina immediately asked how Rory was doing. Portia told her that Rory had lost a lot of blood, and he was bleeding internally. Trina wanted to see him, but Portia added that he was very weak. But moments later Rory was being wheeled to the elevators, and Trina ran over to him. He took his oxygen mask off and groaned that he knew it had been too soon to tell her how he felt about her, but he wasn’t sorry for doing it. “When you know, you know,” he said, and he passed out.

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GH Transcript Friday, 12/16/22

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Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Rory! Rory! Oh, my god, I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry, rory.

[ Trina crying, monitors beeping ] It was…too soon… to tell you how I feel.

[ Crying ] But… I’m not sorry. When you know… you know.

[ Monitors blaring ] Rory?! Rory!? Rory! Rory! Rory! Finn: Going into v-fib! Portia: No pulse!

[ All shouting ] Charging 200. Let’s get a bag, please! Go, go, go! Let’s go. Charging. Clear!

[ Defibrillator charging ] Hey, trina. Finn: Clear!

[ Crying ] Mother. Nikolas. I was just heading over to the island. Now we can ride over together. Hey. Is something wrong? I just — I — I wish you would’ve called first. There is something wrong. Okay, talk to me. What’s going on? I don’t understand this. What is going on? I had an affair with elizabeth.

[ Voice breaking ] What were you getting from elizabeth that you didn’t get from me? My child. Elizabeth is pregnant, ava. She’s having our baby. Nikolas. You look like you lost your best friend.

[ Laptop beeps ] Nikolas: I, nikolas cassadine, being of sound mind and body… it’s ava. Don’t talk. Just listen. I, nikolas cassadine, being 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.

[ Laptop beeps ] Do I have your attention? Oh, good, good. Then come to the gallery right now. Oh, damn. Anna? You okay? Ugh! What? No. I — I’m not okay. I burnt myself. I’m seriously not okay. You know, we’ve been on the run ever since we escaped from ireland, and what do we have to show for it? Nothing. We have no evidence that lucy is alive. And even if she was, we wouldn’t know where to find her. [ Sighs ] I just… I worry we’re never gonna get back to the people who love us. Could be worse. How, exactly? I could have burned

my finger. Oh, my god. You’re ridiculous. Things can only go up from here. Hey, trina, listen to me. My mom, your mom, and finn are the best at what they do, and I’m sure they’re doing everything they can to make sure that rory is okay.

[ Crying ] No, no, no! No! I can’t just wait here! Why hasn’t somebody just told us that he’s okay?! Why hasn’t someone — hey. Why hasn’t somebody — they’re in there. They’re in there right now, working on rory. That means there’s still hope. They have to save him. They have to. They have to.

[ Coughing/sneezing ]

[ Door knocking ] Dude, you coming?

Why don’t we go someplace quiet, where you could forget you’re the mayor for 5 minutes, and I — I could forget that I’m a cassadine. Oh. We’ll have plenty of time to talk on the ride over. Besides, I really do need to check in on spencer. No, you — you can’T. What? I can’t see my grandson? I just meant he’s not at wyndemere right now. Oh, alright. Well, then I’ll ask you — how is it that he was able to get out of pentonville three weeks early? Would you believe good behavior?

[ Laughing ] No, I wouldn’T. What really happened? I mean, who was pulling the strings with that? I’ll give you three guesses, but I bet you could figure it out in one.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ] You’re late. I came as soon as you called. And for future reference, I don’t like being summoned. Well, what you call being summoned, I call doing you a favor. Would you care to join me for a drink? Given your current mood, I’m not sure I should. Oh, no need to worry. Seven parts vodka, one part vermouth, and not a drop of arsenic. Well, in that case, what’s the occasion? To what are we drinking? Your wish has finally come true. My marriage to nikolas is over. He’s divorcing me. Trina, you know what a good doctor your mom is. Same with doc finn. And I can promise you, they’re doing everything in their power to save rory.

[ Crying ] I know. It’s the only thing that’s giving me hope. Because the last thing… that he said to me… and what I didn’t say back to him…

[ Sobbing ] Dr. Robinson, is there an update? I’m so sorry, baby.

[ Crying ] I’m sorry. No! No! No! No! No! No! No! No!

[ Sobbing ] No, no, no!

You and portia did everything you could for him. It just wasn’t enough. Hey, can I talk to you for a second? Yeah. Of course. Was rory attacked because of his connection to trina, or was he just in the wrong place at the wrong time? Oh, I-I don’t know, joss, it’s, like, too soon to know. Okay. Okay. But it fits the pattern, right? Everybody who’s been attacked, except for brando, has some connection to trina. Rory, they were dating. Look, all I can tell you is that we’re chasing down every lead. Okay? And I promise you, we’re gonna catch this killer. I can’t believe this. Yeah. Rory had so much to live for. I want to see him. Honey, you don’t want that to be the last image that you have of rory. Besides this, uh — this is now a criminal investigation. Rory said goodbye to me. Now it’s my turn. I just want to say goodbye. Please. I-I promise I won’t touch anything. I understand, trina. Detective falconeri will go with you. Yeah, of course. What I don’t understand is victor already had spencer’s loyalty, so why would he need to get him out of jail three weeks early? Things have only gotten worse between me and spencer, and victor, seeing himself as the head of the family, he stepped in. I mean, he’s convinced that if the three of us live under the same roof at wyndemere, it’s gonna improve family relations. Well, I must tell you that when I visited spencer in pentonville, he did let on that things were a lot worse between the two of you, but he wouldn’t tell me why. I just told him that he should talk with you. It’s not that easy. Why, nikolas? What happened? I betrayed all of the people that I love the most. Ava: I don’t understand. Why aren’t you toasting my divorce? Isn’t this what you’ve been angling for all along? I can’t pretend I’m not relieved that the two of you have finally come to your senses. You implied that nicolas was ready to move on from me, and I didn’t believe you. Turns out you were right. Do you know the gory details? Well, I — I know that nikolas slept with esme. I’m not talking about esme. I’m talking about elizabeth baldwin. Elizabeth? What about her? Well, nikolas has been having sex with her for some time. Ah. I always suspected as much. I just didn’t know for sure. Did you also suspect that she’s carrying his child? Mm! Oh, my gosh. We’re not going to be able to solve everything with romance, you know? I think it’s worth a shot.

[ Laughs ] Did you? But… I feel like we owe it to marty to try to find lucy. You know we do. Because he practically sacrificed himself so that we could get away from whitten. Well, we’re not going to find her tonight, are we? And meanwhile, I’ve discovered a truly excellent case of chateau margaux in the cellar, and in the pantry, all the ingredients I need to make my world-famous beef bourguignon. Is it world famous? Charlotte likes it. Okay. And what do you think you’re going to rustle up for dessert? Creme brulée? Crepes suzette? Cherries jubilee? Or we could just go to bed. Trina, we are so sorry for your loss. Thanks for trying. I just wish we could have done more. I, uh, found this in rory’s pocket. Is it yours? Elizabeth, you, uh — you mind? I’m so glad I got to know you, rory. I’m sorry I couldn’t say the things that came so easily for you. And now there’s no time to say them. You’re, uh, thinking about nathan. At a time like this, I can’t help but remember all of the officers we’ve lost over the years. Well, if you want to talk about it, I’m here to listen. Thanks, but I need to call rory’s parents. Hey. How’s trina? Oh, baby. Oh.

[ Shakily ] Honey. You ready for me to take you home? I just — I just need to be alone.

Why?

[ Crying ] This doesn’t make any sense. All rory wanted to do was help people. His heart was so big. So much bigger than mine. Why did you take him?! I don’t get it!

[ Crying ] Do you think that we could go someplace private and talk? Oh, um… I’m sorry. Trina needs me. You okay? Yeah. I-I’m thinking about myself when I really should be thinking about rory. Yeah. Just the other day, I saw rory at the pc grill with trina, and I was so envious of him. Now I feel like a complete jerk. Spencer. It is not your fault that you love trina, too. When you say that you betrayed everyone, are you referring to the fact that you cheated on ava? Or is it something else, nikolas?

[ Cellphone ringing ] Oh, damn. I’m so sorry, honey. Ugh, I have to take it. Jordan, hi. What’s up? Oh, my god. That’s horrible. Okay. I’ll head right over to general hospital right now. Yeah. Thank you for telling me. What happened? The pcpd lost a very good man in the line of duty. I’m sorry, nikolas, but I really do have to go over to general hospital now. Listen to me. Whatever is happening over there at wyndemere, just promise me you won’t forget what matters the most. Okay? Yeah. It’s gonna be alright. I love you. Love you. Wait a minute. Are you — are you sure elizabeth baldwin is pregnant with nikolas’s baby? You underestimated your nephew. He didn’t just move on from me. He’s starting a whole new family. Well, I can only imagine how you must feel, but… why, if nikolas is capable of jumping from your bed to esme’s and then to elizabeth’s, then, for heaven’s sakes, your marriage was doomed before it even began. Look, the sooner you put this whole ugly incident behind you, the better. You’re all heart. Now, moving forward, you and I both know that a divorce can happen one of two ways — quick and easy or slow and bloody. And you may have nikolas’s written confession, but I have this. Nikolas: The means? I did it with my own two hands, tossing her over the parapet of wyndemere, my family’s estate on spoon island. The motive? Revenge. Justice. Guilt. Take your pick. Esme prince was my son spencer’s girlfriend, and I had sex with her. Now, I know how much you value your family name, and if you think this video won’t come out in divorce court, think again. I thought your son was exceptional. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.

[ Telephones ringing in distance ] How’re you d oing? Not great. [ Sighs ] I was just breaking the news to roy’s parents. They are understandably hysterical. We might have gotten a lead. This was in rory’s pocket. Is it trina’s? No. Elizabeth asked her if it was hers. She said it wasn’T. Dr. Robinson, dr. Finn, nurse baldwin, I need to speak with you. What are you thinking? I spoke to the lab. Pending the postmortem, they ran rory’s bloodwork. Finn: And? They found trace amounts of snake venom. Which means that potentially, esme is at it again. No, that’s impossible.

Elizabeth, why do you thinkesme prince can’t be the hook killer? I just don’T. And I mean, cameron — cameron, come here for a minute, please. He doesn’t think it could be her either. Cameron: That’s true. Spencer: Commissioner, cam said that esme struggled with his mother. That doesn’t remotely prove that esme stabbed and killed a bunch of people. And, uh, cameron’s not the only one who believes that. Elizabeth: She had her chance to kill me and she didn’t, so doesn’t that mean she might not be the killer? I wouldn’t be so sure. Mayor collins. Jordan. We’re so sorry. Thank you. Officer cabrera was only a rookie, but he was well-respected, and I saw a very long and bright future ahead for him. It’s just awful. Laura. Yeah? Have you spoken with nikolas? Uh, yes. As a matter of fact, I just left him on the pier. He was headed back to wyndemere. Why do you ask? Excuse me. I — I have something I have to take care of. Cameron, I want to make sure you get home safely. I-I’ll be okay. It’ll be fine. I’ll make sure he gets home. Okay. Thank you. Mom, what’s going on? I’ll tell you when I get back. I know getting nikolas to confess on tape must have seemed like a winning strategy to you at the time. What does that mean? Well, it means that if you were to show this evidence to a court now, I very much doubt you’d get the closure you’re looking for. Nikolas confessed to a murder. What kind of judge wouldn’t be affected by that? Yeah, well, unfortunately for you, elizabeth baldwin saw esme alive and well. Now, granted, no one knows where she is right now, but according to your timeline, nikolas confessed to killing someone who’s not actually dead. And that raises a whole host of questions. Mainly, why would nikolas confess to a crime he didn’t commit? Well, I guess the obvious answer is that he is trying to protect you, because he believed you had tried to kill esme. Esme and I were struggling over a letter, and she just did a little flip off the parapet. I had nothing to do with it. It was an accident. Yeah, well, when a court finds out that just moments before that struggle, you had found out that esme had had sex with your husband, who’s gonna believe it was an accident, hmm? But if I open pandora’s box, who knows what’s gonna come out? If you want to risk the spotlight being shown on your duplicitous family. Ha. Alright. I’ll bite. What do you want? This is what nikolas offered me as a settlement. Whoa. My nephew is very generous.

[ Laughs ] Not nearly generous enough, in my opinion. Now, if you want an amicable divorce, you’re gonna need to sweeten the pot exponentially. Oh, but I just want to get lost in us. Do you know what I mean? Just pretend that the whole rest of the world has gone away. It’s just us. But if lucy really is in danger, you know. Well, I haven’t chosen this location completely at random. Oh. You mean that we’re living in this drafty old windmill in the middle of winter on purpose? A drafty old windmill not far from amsterdam, which is one of the diamond capitals of the world, where I just so happen to know a certain diamond dealer who’s not all that particular when it comes to choosing his clients. I take it that he wouldn’t be above doing business with victor. My father likes collecting things. I think with the right amount of persuasion… and a great deal of money, I’m sure. He might be able to tell us where lucy is. Oh, my god. That’s amazing. What are we waiting for? No, no, no, we can’t be too eager. That would send up a red flag. We have to appear aloof. I was born aloof. We’ll reach out to the jeweler tomorrow. Tomorrow? What are we gonna do today? We’re gonna keep each other warm. You know, you don’t have to be strong for everyone.

[ Crying ] I, um… honestly don’t even know how I’m feeling right now. It’s just so complicated.

[ Stammers ] I mean, as a doctor, yes, you hate to lose a patient. You feel so much guilt, thinking that there’s more that you could have done. But as trina’s mom? Her boyfriend was murdered. And I-it’s — [Sighs] It’s heartbreaking. And I don’t know rory’s family. I don’t know his parents, but I can’t imagine what they’re going through right now. Honey, he was so young. He had so much more life left to give. I know. It’s just not fair.

[ Crying ] Dante, make sure that earring goes down to forensics in case it turns out to be a lead. There could be dna or fingerprints on it. Will do. Hey. I tried to pray, but I didn’t know what to say. You will. It’s too late. I had the chance to say what rory wanted me to say. What I should have said… when we went to the pc grill, rory told me he loved me. And I didn’t say it back. I couldn’T.

[ Sighs ] Because you weren’t ready.

[ Crying ] That does not make you bad. It just makes you honest. Honesty hurts. I know. [ Sighs ] Believe me, I know. Rory was so gentle… so kind, so brave. He gave his life… why couldn’t I have given him what he wanted? Maybe if I had… maybe he wouldn’t have taken the risk and — and lost his… no, voicemail. Nikolas, it’s me. You need to call me back right away. I’m afraid you’re about to walk into a trap.

[ Indistinct conversations, telephones ringing ] So, tell me, commissioner, how’s your day been? Back at you, dr. Finn. But since we both have a job to do, there’s gonna be a coroner’s report. Anything else you want to tell me?

[ Blows ]

[ Sighs ] Do you think he knows? Rory? Wherever he is… do you think he knows that I won’t forget about him? Well, I know that I’ll never forget oscar. That’s gotta keep him alive somehow. Even if there’s someone else. My mom says that you have to learn how to love, and you might not get it right the first time or the next time or the time after that, but if you keep putting yourself out there, one day, there’s a chance that it will work out. Like algebra.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, like algebra. Both of my grandsons. Even if it is under tragic circumstances. Were you guys friends with officer cabrera? What’s that look about? Well, he was trina’s boyfriend, so I hung out with him a couple times. Okay. Not so much for me. Yeah. We wanted to support trina. That’s nice. Uh, be right back. Look, I was planning on calling you tonight to let you know that I got released from pentonville early, but then when we heard the news about rory… it’s okay, hon. It’s really okay. I understand. I was actually talking with your dad about your early release just a little bit ago. Then you know that I take after him.

[ Laughs ] Well, if you mean that you’re both stubborn and you act before you think — no, more like everything I touch causes somebody else pain. Isn’t that a little bit melodramatic, even for you, spencer? No. Because all of this with rory and everything that trina is going through, that’s all on me. How is that possible? Because I’m the one who brought esme to town. Think about everything that’s happened. It’s all gone to hell. The sex tape of joss and cam, trina going on trial, and now all these hook attacks. Listen, spencer, you can’t help trina or anybody else if you’re blaming yourself. Don’t you blame me, grandmother? No, I don’T. No, you’re not responsible for the things that esme does. I don’t blame you at all, spencer. I have faith in you. You’re a much better person than you think you are. Trelegy for copd. Birds flyin’ high, you kn ow how I feel. Breeze driftin’ on by… …you know how I feel. You don’t have to take…

[Coughing]

I know this is just a fantasy,but it would be so nice, wouldn’t it? What, life in a windmill?

[ Laughs ] Skating on the canals in the winter time. Yeah, picking tulips in the spring, and without a care in the world. That does sound nice. It does. Even if it’s just a fantasy. Yeah. We can come back, you know. Yeah. But first, we have to find lucy and bring her home. Home. I’ve lived in so many cities in the world, but when robin said that she wanted to take her whole family to california… the concept of home I-is just lost on me now. Wherever I am, when I’m with you… …it feels like home. What have I ever done to make you have faith in me? During trina’s trial, you knew that if you gave her an alibi, that it might end up putting you in prison, but you testified anyway. I believe in that young man. You know, you were going down the wrong road for a little while there, but you have turned it around. I believe in you. Even if you don’t believe in yourself right now. I love you. Ava has reason to believe that esme isn’t guilty for all the hook attacks, which means she couldn’t have done this to rory. All we can do is trust the police to figure it out. Hey, trina, your mother is anxious to take you home. Okay. Hey. At this point, you know everything I know. Then go home, dr. Finn. Go be with your daughter. Your work is done here. Something tells me yours is not. I’m really sorry for your loss. Thank you.

[ Indistinct conversations in distance ] Hey, joss. Hey. How about I take you home? Yeah, I’d like that. Cam: Dante. Yeah. Do you mind if I got a minute with joss before you guys head out? Yeah, of course. C’mon, spence, let’s give ’em some, uh, space, yeah? So before everything went down tonight, you said you had something important to tell me. Oh, yeah, um, but it can wait. I mean, I can’t really think about anything other than what happened to rory right now, so… what was that all about? I do not know. What about you? Did you tell our grandmother that you’re leaving port charles? No. Because things have changed. Whatever I can do, I want to be there for trina. And I’m not going anywhere until esme is found. I guess I needed a little christmas spirit, just like you did. It’s almost perfect. The only thing missing is an angel on top. Elizabeth, um, would you like to help us? I didn’t know you were here. I’m confident we can come to an arrangement that satisfies all parties involved. Well, I’ll need to see the exact offer in writing, of course. Of course. In the meantime, I truly am sorry that your love story had to end this way. No, you’re not. This is just the ending you wanted. To true love.

[ Glass shatters ] Elizabeth, what’s the matter? You look like you saw a ghost. Did esme leave her room tonight? No, of course not. Are you absolutely sure? Yes, I’m sure. Why? Because a cop is dead, stabbed to death by a hook. Nikolas, don’t you see what this means? I gave up finn, you gave up ava. Everything we sacrificed to protect everyone from esme because we thought she was the hook killer, and now we know she can’t be.

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Nikolas gives Ava divorce papers and to push her further away he tells her Elizabeth is pregnant with his child. Ava is so, angry that she tries to stab Nikolas with scissors.

Gregory advises Finn to decide if he wants to save his relationship with Elizabeth and if he does want to save the relationship there is nothing he and Elizabeth can’t get past if they truly love each other.

Spencer punches Dex for putting Jocelyn in danger but both Cameron and Josslynn are angry with him for punching Dex. Spencer sees Trina outside Kelly’s and tells her once he is done with the terms of his conditional release he is leaving town.

Rory responds to a call and finds a dead body when he walks into the apartment. Rory calls for backup. He fires his gun before he gets attacked by the Hook Attacker. Dante arrives and calls in a shots fired call before he goes into the apartment. Dante finds a weakened Rory who says “the hook” before he falls to the floor.

Jordan arrives and she and Dante put Rory in her car and rush him to the hospital. Jordan calls Curtis and tells him to bring Cameron, Josslynn, and Trina to the hospital. Finn gives Rory the anti-venom, but he has too much internal bleeding and he is very weak when Trina rushes to Rory’s gurney in the hospital hallway. Trina cries and apologizes to Rory for not telling him that she loves him. Rory takes off his oxygen mask and tells Trina “I know it was too soon to tell you, but I am glad you know” then Rory dies as Trina sobs and puts her head on his stomach.

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Curtis: A few more. Do I? Yeah, no, that’s good. There you go. Good. Well, you certainly have fight. Yeah, actually, I have osteoporosis. I think my doctor would be happy if I were doing this. So you mean you haven’t been doing this for years? No, I have not. I would never come to this gym unless you made me. I’m just trying to look natural. Well, I think it’s important that we establish a winning mindset before we try to catch a serial killer before someone else dies.

[ Suspenseful music plays ] Pcpd. Anyone home?

[ Door slams ]

[ Gasps ]

[ Gunshot ] Detective falconeri. We got shots fired. I repeat — shots fired. Oh, I like that one. Oh…I don’t know. You don’t think it’s a little too frou-frou for me? Oh, no. You have good taste. And pick a wedding dress that makes you happy. Right. You know what? I’m sorry. I just can’t help but think — um, are curtis and i making a mistake by still getting married in february? I mean, how reckless is it of us to push on and have this ceremony that’s supposed to be all about love and connection and… and esme’s on the loose? I-I just don’t know. Something about it just doesn’t feel right. Don’t let anyone stand in the way of your happiness. Not even a killer like esme? Esme will be sure to do more damage again, but she will never take another life. Beautiful.

[ Gasps ] Oh! Nikolas, you scared me.

[ Sighs ] I’m sorry. Your bodyguard gave me the go-ahead to come in. Well, it should, um, fetch a nice price, assuming it’s safe to open the gallery one day. It’s coming, ava. And when I said, “beautiful,” I wasn’t referring to the sculpture. That’s sweet. It’s true. Despite all that’s happened and all that… may happen. I love you. I always will. If only that’s all it took to fix things, right? We have to deal with esme and your son and your uncle, my mistrust, your misdeeds. What are the odds? Let me help. Cameron can help her. I’ve got it. Thank you. Just cancel my order. I’ll go somewhere else. No, no, you ordered, so you need to pay. No, he doesn’T. Not a problem. Your uncle pays me well.

[ Gasps ] Spencer, you ass! Here. I’m good. Come on. Take a swing. Do some damage if you can. Have you seen rory, by any chance? I asked the front desk, but no one could tell me where he is. Uh, he was in my office not 20 minutes ago. He must be around here somewhere. Police!

[ Glass shattering ] When a cold comes on strong, knock it out with vicks dayquil severe. Just one dose starts to relieve 9 of your worst cold and flu symptoms. To help take you from 9 to none. Power through with vicks dayquil severe. Hey! Knock it off! Not here, not now! Thank you. It wouldn’t have helped anything to knock him flat, no matter how much he deserves it. Oh, please. He’s just embarrassed that he fell like a sack of — calm down. Stop it! What are you doing? What? You just got out of prison. Now you’re already causing problems? What did he ever do to you? Cam just told me that he put you in danger. Hey, dex, bud. Get out! Ignore him. You don’t have to go anywhere. You have no clue what I do or don’t have to do. Hey, you’re leaving? No. We haven’t even conspired yet. By the way, this was a good idea to meet here. There’s no way that jordan would frequent a place that sonny owns. Yeah, I had that in mind when I suggested that we meet here. Jordan’s all about propriety these days. Not a bad quality for a cop. Yeah, but the problem is, she overcorrected. The pcpd is remaining very tightfisted about the information the general public could use to make a connection no one else has. That was my intention in printing the killer’s letter, although nothing came from it. So aside from opening up a line of communication, I’m really not sure what else I can do. And I’m not sure what we can do together. Uh, unless jordan might confide in you after all. Not directly, anyhow. Thanks, esparza. Let me know when he shows up. Well, rory’s shift ended, but he hasn’t collected his personal “go back” stuff yet, so he’s probably just, you know, cleaning up paperwork or something. You’re welcome to wait for him here. Oh, I… I don’t — I don’t want to be in the way. I doubt that’s ever true of you. Besides, rory would be happy to see you when he’s finished. Not for long. I just meant that I shouldn’t bother him at work. I’ll go… uh, catch up with cam at kelly’s, maybe see rory there. Trina, what’s wrong? I’ll let you go. Thanks for trying.

[ Telephone rings ] Commissioner ashford. When? What’s falconeri’s position? He stopped responding? Get paramedics and tactical on the scene. I’ll meet them there.

[ Rustling ] Police! Let me see your hands!

[ Coughs ] Cabrera. The hook. What? Okay, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey, finn. Oh. Just some pre-wedding stuff going on over here.

[ Chuckles ] What’s up? Nothing’s up. Hey. I, uh… please excuse me.

[ Elevator bell dings ] Finn. Glad I caught you. Hey, dad. Uh, your assistant said you’d be clocking out right about now. Um, I’m taking you to dinner. No, I, uh — I have a lot of case files waiting. Can’t take one night off? I can. I don’t want to. Maybe you need to. Alexis say something to you? You know her better than that. And I know you better than you think. It’s obvious that you’re in a bad way. And not just to me, either. Violet is on to you, too, and it’s taking a toll. Now, what makes you so sure that esme won’t spill any more blood? Well, she can’t fly under the radar with the whole city looking for her. I’m sure she’s just holed up somewhere, biding her time, thinking she can wait it out. But she can’T. At some point, she’ll step into the light and get caught. And our families will have nothing more to fear from her. Please get married. Give us something to look forward to. In addition to the justice coming for our kids and everyone else esme has hurt. It’s a deal. But you have to do your part, too. You have to rsvp.

[ Laughs ] I haven’t gotten confirmation that you or finn are coming to my wedding. It was never gonna be easy for us. But the best things never are. Because those are the things worth having. I might be here for a while. I was thinking about ordering takeout. You want to join me? Wish I could. Other plans? Not hungry. And, besides, I can’t stay long. I just… came to give you these. An early christmas present? Is this from your lawyer? I thought it best that you got it directly from me. Are you serving me?! It’s a divorce, ava. It’s over.

Sam: Hey. Hi. Hi. Oh, thank you for coming. Yes. Of course. Oh, I knew things were getting dire when I was seeking advice from cody bell. Yikes. What’s going on? I just need some perspective. And you’re the best one to give it to me. Okay, I will try. First, I need to know what you think of austin. Um… oh, my god. I can’t believe you didn’t tell me. What — what didn’t I tell you? That you don’t like him. I don’T…not like him. No, no, you “don’t not like” jicama. You “don’t not like” folding laundry, even though it’s, like, one of the easiest household chores ever. But you never look forward to doing it. And you wouldn’t choose it if you were given the choice. Yeah, true. But I-I don’t have to choose austin.

You do. Of course, unless you don’T. You’re divorcing me? Now is as good a time as any. We could begin 2023 with a fresh start. Did you give in to your uncle? Does he have something else on you now? My uncle doesn’t have anything to do with this. Do you expect me to believe that? After months of begging, of prostrating yourself, of putting your life in my hands… see the attached offer. You’ll see that I’m serious. This isn’t your post-nup money, but it is more than generous. And you could take me to court, you could demand more. But it’s best for everyone to not protract a legal battle. With my uncle and my resources, we would keep you mired for years. Bleed you dry. Scott won’t work gratis, not even for you. This isn’t happening. Take a few days. Sit on it. You’re a pragmatic woman, ava. You’ll see that this is the best outcome. You don’t want to divorce me. You’re lost without me, and you know it. Something drove you to this against your will, made you think you have no option other than to divorce me. But you do. I’ll give you one. Just tell me what’s behind this… or who. Nikolas, you won’t be alone. I’ll be at your side. I am so sorry I-I haven’t rsvp’d sooner. That’s okay. But you will be attending, though, won’t you? Elizabeth, my wedding wouldn’t be the same without you and finn. Yes, I — I wouldn’t miss it. Okay. But I can’t speak for finn. Things are not working out with us. We broke up. What’s wrong with violet? She’s worried about you. We were supposed to go ice skating today, but after I got her laced up, she wouldn’t budge off the bench, wouldn’t meet my eyes. It took a hot chocolate with extra marshmallows to pull it out of her. What did she say? “Daddy’s sad.” Then she asked if I knew why. What’d you tell her? That I thought so, too, and I wasn’t exactly sure why. I told her the best thing we can do for you is to make sure you knew you weren’t alone. So we bagged the ice skating and made some art instead.

[ Sighs ] What? I never thought something so helpful could hurt so much. What is it about that punk that makes you want to protect him from sonny? D-dex saved ava’s life. I mean, if he hadn’t gotten her to the hospital on time, avery wouldn’t have a mom. Spencer, you didn’t even know the guy, and you punched him in the face. What is wrong with you? I thought you couldn’t stand him. Oh, so you decked him for my sake? Don’t do me any favors. Okay. Okay. “Welcome back, spencer. Glad you survived super max. Uh, thanks for being a pal.” Clearly, I’m not needed here.

[ Door slams ] Rory: I can’t breathe. Dante: Hang in there, okay? We’re gonna get you some help. Hey. Cabrera said it was the hook. I just missed her. She must have just jumped out the window. Okay. Set up a 10-block perimeter. Find out if anybody’s reported an intruder. Bring in all patrol units to canvass the apartments, set up a dragnet.

[ Siren wailing ]

[ Sighs ] How you doing, cabrera? We can’t wait for the paramedics. Let’s get him up. Let’s get him to the car. Come here. Give me a hand. Put your legs down, okay, buddy? Come on. Let’s go. All right. Let’s go. You’re good, cabrera. We’re gonna get you help. Dispatch, this is commissioner ashford. We have a dead body in the apartment. Get the medical examiner and csu here now. You know something? Spill. Alexis, we got to be careful with what we do with this information. I’m not supposed to have it. I’m a law– I used to be a lawyer. I know how to keep a secret. So how about we — we don’t do anything with the information unless we both agree? Deal? Deal. Okay. What do you got? Okay. I talked with trina last night, and she was talking with ava. Apparently, jordan is getting outside advice about our serial killer’s profile. From the fbi or a forensic pathologist? From the devil himself — ryan chamberlain.

[ Sighs ] Austin was blackmailing spinelli. Blackmailing him? How? Well, it has to do with society setups. Wait. Spinelli’s algorithm? You know about the algorithm? I think I knew that. Not that it really matters, because whatever illegal things spinelli did, you would not use against him or turn him in or use his genius for your own benefit. No, maxie, of course not. But wait. Austin did? Yeah. He forced spinelli to run us, austin and me, through the algorithm, which is a total violation, because I never signed up for society setups in the first place. Which means whatever data spinelli gathered on me, he got by hacking and breaking through firewalls and — and stuff. Wait, maxie. Spinelli would never use your data against you. No, I know that. I don’t love being hacked, but if there’s anyone I trust to do the hacking, it’s spinelli. I just don’t trust austin. Jordan is consulting with ryan chamberlain? I guess to catch a serial killer, you have to talk with a serial killer. Look, I’m gonna go shower, and we’ll talk somewhere private. Josslyn: You kept surprising me and doing the right thing when I least expected it. Now I’ve disappointed you. Is that it? I’d be lying if I said no. I’m sorry about that. Me too. Not for me, but for you. You know, my mom and jason are incredible people who gave everything they had to sonny, trusting that he would do right by them. Instead, he screwed them both over. And I don’t want you to be one of those people. Can you believe spencer? What, he learned that in pentonville? Leave it to him to ruin his own homecoming. Typical. He got too caught up in his own B.S. That he just didn’t think. He never does. What are you doing here? Uh, grabbing food, wreaking havoc, reaping the consequences. The usual. Hi. Hi. I guess I’m still not used to seeing you around. Yeah. You’re not the only one. Did you know that a new rule was enacted in my absence where friends are forbidden from sticking up for each other?

[ Scoffs lightly ] I mean, that’s a broad reading. Sticking up is allowed as long as it’s welcome. Well, I will be sure to consult you next time before I butt in, ’cause cam is so over me. Well, whatever you did, I’m guessing your heart was in the right place. You’re not the same guy who returned to port charles hell-bent on destroying ava. You mean

this is progress? Now you just have to work on your execution. Well, I will get on it. Hopefully, I will have something to show for it the next time that I’m in town. “Next time”? I’m taking off. Elizabeth and i ended things. It all came apart last night. And I thought I was holding it together for violet’s sake, keeping her from seeing what I was going through. But obviously I did another bang-up job. Your daughter is extremely perceptive. She would have picked up on your pain blindfolded. There never should have been anything for her to pick up on. I should’ve done better. I should’ve done better for her. I should’ve seen what was happening with elizabeth sooner and made different choices, better choices. Your assessment of your actions may be a little skewed in light of recent events. Elizabeth and I were… we were trying to build something together, some idea of a family. But that’s all gone. But violet, she needs that. And how do I take that away from her again? Must you? I know you still love elizabeth. Love doesn’t fade away so fast. It may shrink or be eclipsed by other feelings, but it’s still inside there, waiting to re-emerge, sometimes stronger than before,

if both people want it enough. I appreciate that, dad. I do. But you don’t understand. Elizabeth… elizabeth will make up her own mind. You need to know what’s in your heart. Do you want to salvage your relationship? Dante: We need some help here. Jordan: Injured officer. He’s bleeding heavily. We need a gurney stat! Hey. Let’s get him up. Easy, easy. Lay him down flat. All right. Get some pressure on these wounds. -I got it, I got it. -Rory. What happened? We need the antivenom that saved diane miller after her attack. It was the hook. Okay. You ready to go? You said you heard about this from ava? Yeah. She was at spring ridge. Um, she witnessed the interview. Apparently, the pcpd used her as bait for chamberlain. So he answers jordan’s questions in exchange for ava being present. Remind me to pick up ava’s tab for the next hundred years. Yeah, right. Same here. So, esme was an intern when I was at spring ridge. She said that she was a psych major at pcu to explain her interest in chamberlain. Question — did ryan say anything to jordan to hint at where esme can be found? You know, trina didn’t give me the play-by-play, but she did let something slip that caught my attention — chamberlain believes that esme is not the killer. And we’re gonna take his word for it? Alexis, I have pored over chamberlain’s file. That guy hasn’t lifted a finger in anyone else’s interests except his own. So if he says that esme’s not the killer, it’s because it serves him and not the police. Jordan is onto something, and I do believe there is more to their twisted relationship besides psychopath and psychology student. So what do we do with that information?

[ Cellphone rings ] I do believe we’re about to find out. Hey, jordan. Curtis, I’m trying to reach taggert. Do you know where he is? Uh, he’s traveling.

[ Cellphone chimes ] He’s doing a security consult out of town. Portia should be able to track him down. Portia’s busy. Trina’s at kelly’S. Can you pick up trina and bring her to G.H. Immediately?

What’s wrong? It’s happened again. There’s more to this divorce than what you’re saying. Why don’t you just tell me what it is? You know, maybe we can salvage our marriage. There’s nothing I can say to fix this. Well, give it a shot, will you? I think you owe me that much. I was prepared to cut you loose. Do you remember that? Everybody in my life urged me to move on. Everybody told me that you weren’t good enough for me. Some people said that I was lucky just to survive you, and I was so close to listening to them. But I tuned them out. Just yesterday, I told you that I — that I wanted to try, and you ate it up. And now you’ve changed your mind? I don’t — why?! Because they were right — I’m not worthy. I am still the faithless man today that I was yesterday. I don’t understand this. What is going on? I had an affair with elizabeth.

Austin was so great when I met him. He delivered bailey lou. He got knocked unconscious for his trouble. Then I lied to him about what actually happened for months. And when the truth finally came out, he was kind and understanding. Well, that’s good. Then you got to know the best part of austin. Yeah, and I chose to ignore the not-so-great parts. Like how mean he was to brook lynn. Or how he manipulated poor chase into spying on the quartermaines. He was super apologetic about that. But I-I did choose to push that to the back of my mind. But spinelli never liked austin, and he’s liked him even less the last few weeks. Now I know why. I say poor spinelli. Yeah, because it’s never fun to be blackmailed. Especially not when the blackmailer’s dating the mother of your child. Which brings me around to georgie, who also never liked austin. I thought she was just being difficult. Now I think she might have been right. You and elizabeth? One affair wasn’t enough for you? Show scott the offer and get back to me. How did it happen? When? Where? In the bed we shared together? Or did you and elizabeth rut around in the dirt at the quartermaine picnic? I’m not getting into the details. I have a right to know. It’ll only hurt you. Why stop now? So how did the two of you end up together? I wouldn’t have you, so you came on to elizabeth? Maybe — maybe it was the other way around. Did she catch you in her bottomless pit of need that so many fools are too weak to resist? Don’t talk about her like that.

[ Voice breaking ] What were you getting from elizabeth that you didn’t get from me? My child. Elizabeth is pregnant, ava. She’s having our baby. Widen the perimeter. I want every uniform and detective on this. Yes. Have the uniforms check the dumpsters nearby. Even those not on duty. Maybe the hook left some bloody clothes in one of them or something like that. And, also, we gotta take a closer look at the exotic animal smuggler and his cell records. We need to know who he was talking to, who he was texting, who he was meeting with. Yes. Yes. All that. Thanks. Hi. H– are you okay? Uh, it’s — it’s not mine. It’s officer cabrera’S. Isn’t that trina’s boyfriend? Wait. [ Sighs ] Was it the hook? Was it esme? Detective falconeri, get cleaned up. That’s an order. Okay. Was cabrera attacked by the hook? Here’s my statement — tonight, one of port charles’ finest is fighting for his life after a cowardly and brutal attack. My department will do everything to bring this perpetrator to justice. And I’ll be damned if I lose another one of my own. You can quote me on that.

[ Monitor beeping ] Administer the antivenom. We don’t know for sure it was esme — the person with the hook.

[ Sighs ] We’ve got another bleeder. He needs the antivenom. What if the police are wrong? The antivenom’s in short supply. Just do it. If his wounds don’t kill him, the poison will. You’re taking off? As soon as the terms of my release from prison are met, yeah. Then you’re, like, what, going on vacation? No, “vacation” implies a return home, and port charles no longer qualifies. But your family lives here, your friends. So do all the people who look at me like I’m dirt. Do those people have more power over you than the ones who care about you? Those people are few and far between, trina. You’re wrong. And if you’d just open your eyes, you’d see. See what? See who? My eyes are open, which is how I know to look down whenever I encounter someone who I have disappointed. So I’m gonna move on, and I’m going to disappoint strangers.

[ Chuckles ] That’s not funny. That’s sad. Maybe. But it is true. And I am certainly not going to get what I want here. And what’s that? To know how it feels… when you matter so much to someone that it hurts them when you’re gone. I’ve got the reverse down pat. I know all about hurt. Just not the part when it’s returned. Trina. Curtis. Spencer: What’s going on? I think joss and cam should hear this, too. I say that we go to a nice place, just the two of us. -First, we should talk. -Cameron. Josslyn. You, trina, and spencer need to come with me to G.H. Right away. Trina: Why? Police commissioner’s orders. She wants you where she can keep eyes on you. And it’s probably best that you’re under police protection. Okay. What happened? There’s been another attack. Who? Trina, I’m sorry. It’s rory.

What is wrong with me? I burn my life down with peter, and then I turn right around and jump into a relationship with someone who blackmails people. Wait, hold on. Austin is absolutely wrong for blackmailing spinelli, but he is not in the same league as peter. But my mistake was the same. With peter, I chose to ignore the red flags and see what I wanted to see. Austin — not a psycho. Thank god. But not who he pretended to be. Okay. And when did you get confirmation of that? I told you — this just happened. And what did you do? I told austin he wasn’t who I thought he was, and I walked out. And what are you doing now? I’m venting to a friend. Exactly. You’re not in denial. You’re just following your instincts. You’re taking a step back to re-evaluate, to be fair to yourself and to austin, to consider what you want, what you don’t want, what you like, and what you don’t like. Then you can act accordingly. Okay. I can do that. I know you can. Hey, at least my life’s not up in flames. That’s progress. My foot’s stuck. Hey — oh — I’d like to think you’re concerned about me, but it’s just another excuse for you to hate on sonny. I don’t need an excuse. And it’s a waste of energy to tell you anything different when this is what you want to do. You have no idea what I want. Then why don’t you tell me? You know how to surf? Yeah, my dad’s australian. I didn’t really have a choice. Is it hard to learn? Um, I don’t remember learning. I kind of just always knew how. You think you could teach someone? Uh, well, that depends. On what? On who wants to learn. I need you to sit up and drink this for me, okay?

[ Groans ] Or you’re gonna need my help. All right. Come here. Sit up. Damn. What? All of this, it wasn’t supposed to happen.

[ Chuckles ] Well, it did. Thank you for the coffee. Can you give me an update on cabrera’s condition? All I know is, they’ve got him in the trauma room, and he’s bleeding heavily. Mm. You know, jordan’s tight-lipped. She won’t say anything. How’d you hear about the attack? Because I was there when — when curtis got the call from jordan. And jordan sent curtis looking for trina, which suggests to me that this has something to do with the hook. When the police arrived, they called for antivenom. Venom? We both know where that’s been mentioned recently. The killer’s letter. You’re bringing a child into this? You’re subjecting a child to your misadventures with victor and esme? I never meant for this to happen, ava. The sex was a mistake. The baby is not. I couldn’t make this unhappen even if I wanted to. And I don’T. I have to take care of that baby. I have to do right. I got to protect it from victor and esme or anything that can harm it, or anyone who would try to use this baby for their own advantage. I — just, I can’t fail another child. You may not understand any of this. But you must understand that much, don’t you? Keep me posted. Dante: Any news? Mac is on site. Okay. I’ll go see if he needs some help. No, dante, I need you here. Why? I’m not doing anything here. I’ll be much more useful out in the field. You need to be here. You need to see this through — not only for your sake, but, more importantly, for officer cabrera’S. How’s rory? Is he okay? I don’t know. The doctors are working on him now.

[ Sighs ]

[ Door closes ] Nikolas: Please, just take my offer. What’s the alternative — war? I mean, just, what else is there to —

That’s what I think of your offer. You could have killed me. Remember that. Go on. Go be with elizabeth. Be a daddy. Good luck with your do-over. I’m sorry. I… never wanted to hurt you. I hate this. Mm, you don’t know what hate is. Maybe I’ll teach you. It doesn’t have to be like this. That’s true. It could be far, far worse. And who knows? Maybe it will be yet. God have mercy on you, nikolas. You’ll get none from me. Mom.

[ Voice breaking ] Please tell me rory’s gonna be okay. He’s lost a lot of blood, honey, and he’s bleeding internally. And his treatment’s based off of dante’s accounts of what happened.

[ Crying ] Can I see him? Honey, he’s very weak right now. Okay? He’s incoherent.

[ Monitor beeping ] Rory! Rory! Rory, rory, rory!

[ Crying ] Oh, my god. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry, rory.

[ Weakly ] It was… too soon… to tell you how I feel. But… I’m not sorry. When you know, you know. Rory. Rory, rory! Rory! Rory, rory. Please. No, rory. Rory, rory. Please, rory.

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At Spring Ridge, Ryan informed Heather that he knew she had left town while carrying their child. She didn’t even try to hide it and arrogantly insisted that she had gone to such great lengths to hide her from him that he would never find her.  Heather was left completely dumbfounded when Ryan told her that she had been coming to visit him for quite some time. Heather then got very serious and said that it wouldn’t have been possible for either of them to have been parents. Ryan was certain that Heather had known that Esme had an internship at Spring Ridge. He explained that she had found him with something of his that had belonged to a former girlfriend. He admitted that he had always wondered what had happened to his “special chain of keepsakes.” Heather admitted that she had stolen it, and Ryan was visibly irritated. He declared that he would hold Heather responsible if anything landed in the wrong hands. Heather asked if that was a threat. Heather insisted that she had kept it in mostly good shape. Heather told Ryan that she had been wearing the chain on the day she gave their baby up for adoption.  Supposedly, The baby had grabbed the chain, and the keepsakes had scattered all over the ground. Heather had thought that she had retrieved all of them. Ryan stated that Esme had used the keepsakes to find him. Heather wanted to hear all about their daughter.

Heather added that she had wanted to protect Esme because the world was full of terrible people like Heather. Ryan spoke about a strong young woman and shared that he and Esme had a special relationship, but he confided that she had been missing for quite some time. He revealed that Ava had thrown Esme over the parapet at Wyndemere although he knew she had survived that incident. He assumed that Esme wasn’t able to contact him right now because she was wanted by the police. “We will make them pay,” Ryan said about the Cassadine clan. Heather noted that Ryan wouldn’t be able to do much from his wheelchair, when he suddenly stood up. “People tend to underestimate me,” he said. Heather smiled broadly and rushed to Ryan’s arms. She was delighted, and she wondered what else Ryan might be able to do. They agreed that they had to find out what had happened to Esme and punish those responsible. 

At Wyndemere, Nikolas showed up in Esme’s room to grant her a wish. She was happy that she might go outside to chop down a tree, but Demetrius carried a pint-sized tree into her room. She was angry, but Nikolas acknowledged that he would never allow her to go out to run away. He reminded her that she was nothing more than a vessel until their child was delivered.

Downstairs, Spencer was searching through every liquor cabinet in the place looking for an assortment of alcohol to dull the pain of being brutally rebuffed by Trina. He continued to drink until Nikolas appeared. Spencer announced that Victor had insisted that they stay at Wyndemere. Nikolas replied that it wasn’t healthy for them to share living space. He spied the bottle, and Spencer quickly said that he didn’t want a lecture. He admitted to losing his appetite and running out on his dinner with Victor.

Nikolas offered to listen to Spencer and said that he loved his son. Spencer thought that Nikolas was a “distinct minority.” Nikolas began to name the people who loved Spencer. “She said we’re not even friends anymore,” Spencer blurted out. He told Nikolas about seeing Trina and Rory at the restaurant and that Rory had professed his love for Trina right there for everyone to hear. He admitted that he knew why Trina had rejected him, and he admired her for finding someone with the courage to confess his feelings.

Spencer said he felt like he was still in prison, and he knew when there was no hope. Nikolas reminded him of a childhood book he loved as a kid, a story of a baby bird that had been saved. “Hold onto hope,” Spencer recalled. Nikolas thought it was a good lesson. He didn’t think it was too late, but Spencer was sure that Trina and Rory loved each other. Nikolas revealed that it was hope that got him through the darkest times, even though he kept making mistakes. He thought that he and Spencer both had persistence as a quality, and they didn’t give up on those they loved. He said he knew that Spencer loved Trina.

Back in Esme’s room, she decorated the tree with whatever she could find. She felt alone. She wanted help from her father, and soon after, Demetrius walked in. He handed a box to her. She opened it up and found some ornaments. She said that it meant a lot to her, and he hoped she would stop crying. Esme told her baby that its grandfather had shown her the way.

In Terry’s office at General Hospital, Elizabeth told Finn that she was pregnant after he spotted the bottle of prenatal vitamins. “Another man’s baby,” he said. Elizabeth was sorry, and Finn didn’t believe her. Elizabeth sighed. She told him that it had happened after her return from Monterey when she’d needed someone to talk to. He was angry and reminded her that he had always stood by her. He asked who the father was. “Nikolas,” Elizabeth replied.

Finn stormed out of the office and into his own. Elizabeth followed, as Finn struggled with his rage. He finally smashed a tray of glass items onto the floor. She told him that she had just found out. Finn assumed that Ava didn’t know. He guessed that congratulations were in order, and he promised he wouldn’t bother Elizabeth anymore. He stated that he would call the commissioner to report his suspicions about Esme being at Wyndemere. But, Elizabeth insisted that Esme was not on Spoon Island, and that she oughta know because she had been spending a lot of time there.  Her words cut Finn deeply.  Finn couldn’t believe what a fool he had been.  Elizabeth told him that the boys didn’t know and she made him swear that he wouldn’t divulge the information.  He said he would tell no one and left.

Trina wandered around her house and picked up the bottle of perfume that Rory had given her. She thought about their conversation until there was a knock at the front door. It was Ava, and Trina was glad that Ava was there to stop her from making a huge mistake. Trina told her about the three-month anniversary dinner, and she confessed that her heart had been taking her down the path to more heartbreak. Ava told Trina that she had lots of experience in that area. She wanted Trina to have happiness. “Even if it leads to Spencer?” Trina asked.

Ava related that she’d heard about Spencer being out of prison. Trina admitted that she couldn’t pretend to have feelings for Rory, even with all the hurt that Spencer and Esme had caused. Ava also suggested that evidence had been brought to light that seemed to point to another perpetrator being the Hook killer and not Esme. Trina was frightened for her friends and family again because this gave the killer an air of anonymity again.

Ava told Trina to listen to her heart. She thought that her own heart was loud and clear about Nikolas, but she didn’t know if she would listen. After Ava had gone, Trina thought about her friend’s advice. “Welcome home,” read the text she decided to send to Spencer.

Carly arrived at Metro Court just as Drew met up with Denise in the lounge area to discuss Willow’s childhood. Before Carly could make her way to observe, Willow called out to her. Willow announced that she was there for a date night dinner with Michael, but she received a call from him to tell her that he couldn’t make it. She asked Carly to join her instead.

Carly and Willow sat at a table, and Carly asked about Willow’s condition during her first pregnancy. She quickly apologized, and Willow explained that she didn’t like to talk about it because she had had no support from anyone at that time. Carly grabbed Willow’s hands as Willow expressed her gratitude for Michael’s family and the one she had “yet to discover.” She asked Carly about the search that Drew had been conducting, but Carly replied that it was Drew who was running that show. Willow hoped that he would have some news for her soon.

Willow also expressed how kind Carly had been to her and how happy she was that her kids would have Carly as a grandmother. She thought that so much could go wrong. Carly asked if Willow was okay, and Willow replied that she had been thinking of her new baby. She hoped it would be healthy and happy. Carly said she was sure it would be strong and healthy. 

In the sitting area of the Metro Court bar, Drew and Denise chatted. Denise stated that the people in the commune had been lost, and he asked if Willow’s mother had been the same. Denise recalled Kali, now Willow, to have been sweet, which was a small miracle, considering her mother. She told Drew about the pregnant, drug addicted Joan, who had joined the commune and then abandoned her baby. Denise said that she was sweet but troubled. The commune leader, Josiah, had asked Harmony and her husband Doug to take the baby.

Drew asked about the baby’s father, but Denise didn’t know anything about him. She was glad to hear that Willow had a good life, husband and family, and she added that Willow’s biological mother had died of an overdose. The conversation drew to a close, and Denise decided to stick around to enjoy a colorful drink from the bar. She confirmed that Drew had been paying for her visit.

Drew made his way to Willow and Carly’s table with an update, and Carly insisted on leaving them alone. Drew thought he should verify the information first, but Willow wanted to hear it. He told her what he’d learned.

Carly found Denise and asked how the conversation with Drew had gone. Denise replied that she had handled the situation exactly as Carly had wanted her to.

At Wyndemere, Spencer received Trina’s text message, and he smiled at Nikolas. He announced that he wouldn’t have to drink anymore. “Hold onto hope,” Spencer said and he exited the room, leaving Ava standing at the door.

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Josslyn persuades Trina to be honest with Rory and tell him she doesn’t love him yet. Trina tells Jocelyn she feels a pull toward Spencer even though she wants to love Rory. Josslyn thinks of her situation with Cameron and Dex which is the same as the situation Trina is in with Spencer and Rory, but Josslyn hasn’t taken her own advice and told Cameron the truth.

Trina goes to the police station to talk to Rory, but he is on a police call. Rory knocks on a door and says he is the police and asks if anyone is home. Rory turns the doorknob and since the door isn’t locked he goes inside the room. Dante tells Jordan and Rory that, according to tests, the venom that was on the tip of the hook used to kill the bartender that helped clear Tribe’s name came from a snake found in Asia.

Britt tells Brad he is the sole beneficiary named in her will and she hopes he will use the money to become independent and not have to work for his Aunt Selina. Britt doesn’t tell Brad that she has Huntington’s disease.
Liesl tells Nina that Britt has Huntington’s disease and asks her not to tell anyone about it. Sonny overhears the conversation between Nina and Liesl and, at first, Liesl is upset with Sonny but later she thanks him for advising her to cherish every day she has with Britt and to spend time with her and make memories for herself.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

 Okay, tell me everything. About? Your poli-sci lecture.

[ Chuckles ] The dinner with rory. Did he like your outfit? Um… he kept saying I looked cute. Well, I’m sure you did. What else? This is when you tell me all the details. What’s wrong? Did you know spencer’s out of prison?

[ Knock on door ] You wanted to see me, commissioner? Come in. Have a seat. Remember the domestic you broke up last week? Uh, the landry case. I heard you waited in the er with the wife for two hours. I didn’t want to leave before she was seen. But it was the end of my shift. I was off the clock. I — don’t worry. You’re not in ouble. Actually, quite the opposite. Ms. Landry came in today. She’s gonna press charges against her husband.

[ Sighs ] Uh, the way she was talking, I wasn’t sure she’d go through with it. She actually said it was because of you. Rachel realized her husband never would have sat with her for that long. Unlike you, a complete stranger. She decided she deserves better. Nice work, officer cabrera. Thanks, brother. Thank you. Spencer: Hey. Spencer. What are you doing — I-I had no idea that you were out. Surprise. Oh, my god. Th– this is — this is awesome. Welcome home, man. Thank you. Okay, I’m confused. Did I get the dates mixed up? Because I’m pretty — no, I got released a few weeks early. Yeah. Hope you, uh, learned a thing or two from your time in there. Well, not to get caught, for one. Oh.

[ Chuckles ] Kidding. I have no intention of ever going back to prison. So from here on out, I’ll play by the rules. I’ve never hosted a party before, so I want this to be epic. Ah, it will be. The good people of port charles will be talking about it for years to come. Something to remember me by. Oh, but I did want to talk to you about the invitations. Oh, my god. You sent them out, right? They all went out. So what’s the problem, then? It’s not a problem, per se. I just noticed a certain someone wasn’t on the guest list. Cody. No, mom, it’s fine. We’ll get together another time. Nothing is wrong. I mean it. We’ll talk another time, okay? I love you. Bye. Cody: I’m impressed. You know, listening to you, I’d believe that you’re doing okay, but just one look… is it that obvious? Anything I can do to help? You’re under no obligation, remember? I mean, now that we know mac is not really your father. We’re not related, so… like to think we’re friends? Friendly? Okay. Okay. So lay it on me. What’s up? You ready to show me your moves? I did that last night. And then some.

[ Chuckles ] Come here. No! Your boxing moves. Oh, yeah, right, right. She, uh — she’s worked up, your aunt. What — yeah. Go. Oh, you know what? Let me go check on her, okay? Yeah, go, go. Make sure everything’s okay. Aunt liesl? Aunt liesl!

[ Grunting ] Aunt liesl, stop! Stop! You’re gonna hurt yourself.

[ Breathing heavily ] I’m already hurting. Meeting’s set for tomorrow. You ready? Ready as I’ll ever be.

Not that I would blame you for excluding cody after what he did. Gosh, I still can’t believe he was supposed to be your perfect match. You don’t know? Know what? Society setups is a fraud. Yeah, is it ever. No, literally. That zelda woman is a front for spinelli. So this company is just some dressed-up dating app? Yeah. I knew it. No, you didn’T. Okay, no, I didn’T.

[ Scoffs ] But i should have after we found out cody was only after that necklace. Well, joke’s on him. He lost the jewels and the girl. I really thought he was better than that. Oh, you did, did you? What? Like you’ve never gone after a guy for his bank account? Well [Chuckles] Obviously.

[ Chuckles ] Come on. Rolling in the dough isn’t what comes to mind when I think of you. All you ever do is work. Um, hello. Party. Yeah [Chuckles] That’s a good first step. But will it stick? What does that mean?

[ Sighs ] When will you finally start enjoying your life? Austin blackmailed spinelli. Can you believe that? Who does something like that? Um, did he have a good reason? A good reason for threatening someone? N– alright. T-that — that totally came out wrong. Um, so what exactly did austin do?

[ Scoffs ] It doesn’t matter. You seem to think it does. Okay, well, he claims he just wanted to make sure that we were a good match for each other. But if what he really cared about was our relationship, why didn’t he just talk to me about it? ‘Cause sometimes that’s a really hard thing to do. Why are men terrified of feelings? That wasn’t a rhetorical question. Oh. Oh, so — so now I’m speaking for all men. Okay, you said you wanted to help me. Help me understand why men do stupid things. Why they take the arguably more difficult route when they could simply open up to the person that they’re close to.

[ Chuckles ] Aunt liesl, look at your hands. Why would you do this? Stay here. Okay? I’m not gonna need you till tonight. So you can take the afternoon off. I won’t argue with that. See you tonight, boss. Sweetheart, are there ice packs in the back? Aunt liesl’s knuckles are in pretty rough shape. Even with the gloves? Yeah, with the gloves. You know, the weird part is… it’s like she wants to be in pain. Wants to be in pain? Are you worried? Alright, I’ll — I’ll get some ice. Thank you for telling me about mrs. Landry. It means a lot. I knew it would. That’s what makes you a good cop. You go above and beyond for your community. Keep it up. Plan to. Will I see you at the holiday party? Um…we can bring a guest, right? Oh, I take it things are going well with miss trina robinson.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Chuckles ] Okay. That well. You’re fortunate. Trina’s a very special person. Don’t I know it. Spencer’s uncle victor got him released early. Typical. I am so glad he’s out of that place. So am I. Wait, why are we talking about spencer? I asked you about rory. Because spencer and his uncle showed up at the pc grill. Oh, no. Did they ruin your night? Rory loves me. As in he acts that way? Or he said those words? He said the words. All three of them. Wow. I know. Why didn’t you tell me? I am telling you. Well, then, what? What’d you say back?

[ Sighs ] Nothing. I-I was so floored. I-I never expected it. I mean, it’s too soon, right? On our three-month anniversary? I mean, we haven’t even slept together yet. Well, I mean, I guess it’s a little quick, but… is that the only reason why you hesitated? Why else? Well, how did you feel when rory told you he loved you? I mean, besides shocked, obviously.

[ Sighs ] I felt… scared. That’s not a good sign. No, it’s not. And I like rory more and more as I get to know him. He’s — he’s sweet and considerate. And he really makes me feel special. But you’re not in love with him. Not yet, at least. Are you sure it’s time holding you back? Or could it be your feelings for spencer? Missed this place. Well, I bet you cameron could get you your old job back.

[ Chuckles ] Let’s not go overboard. Luckily for me, I don’t need the paycheck anymore. Now that ava has “so kindly” given me access to my own money. Ah, well, good luck, whatever comes next. Thank you.

[ Scoffs ] I cannot believe you didn’t text me that you were back. I’ve been a little busy, cameron. How’s reentry? It’s interesting. I’m staying at wyndemere. Whoa. Yeah, not by choice. It’s a condition of my release that I have to stay with my uncle, who, unfortunately for me, is living with my father. The plan is to spend as little time there as possible. Well, winter break just started, so I’ll have plenty of time to hang out. So will joss. Have you, uh, reached out to her that you’re back? No, trina is the only person I’ve seen so far. How’d that go? Not great.

Trust me, I am not the guy you want to go to for relationship advice. Uh-oh. Things not going so well with britt?

[ Chuckles ] Things aren’t going at all. Yikes. I made a choice. It was the wrong one, apparently. Britt doesn’t want anything to do with me. That can change. Doubtful. You’ve messed up before, and britt got over it. Maybe that’ll happen again. Okay, so what about you? What about me? You gonna get over this issue with austin? Isn’t the whole point of this conversation that I don’t know? Do you want to forgive him? Isn’t that the same question? No. Uh, you can be mad and be done with someone like britt. Or you can be mad and still want to work things out. Or you can be mad, still want to work things out, but be terrified that he’s not the person you thought he was. So, how’d the rest of the fall semester go? It was busy. I, uh, had a lot to do, you know, with soccer and school and work. Didn’t have much time to do anything else. Barely even saw joss. You guys are good, though, right? Oh, yeah. No, we’re great. That’s good. Couldn’t come back home to everything having changed. Yeah. So, um… they ever let you watch the news in pentonville? Is that code for, “do I know that my ex-girlfriend is running around town attacking people with a hook?” Oh, okay, great. I thought I’d maybe have to ease you into it, but you already know. But, you know, we don’t know for sure that it is esme. She attacked your mother, and you’re defending her. No, no. I’m just saying it’s one thing to push someone and cause them to fall and a totally different level to murder somebody. Well, I got to hand it to you, cameron, that’s another thing that hasn’t changed. You always see the good in people. Lucky for you. Yeah, and I know it. My friendships with you and joss are pretty much the only things that make sense right now. I’m trapped at wyndemere for the rest of my sentence. And then… who knows? Well…do you think you’ll apply to pcu? But even that wouldn’t start until next fall. Maybe I’ll head to gstaad for some skiing. I always did love the aprs life. What? What happened to being your own man and not relying on anyone else’s money? It’s easier said than done, cameron. So that’s it.

[ Scoffs ] You’re just gonna leave and go back to europe? Why not? It’s not like anything’s keeping me here. Trina: I am not in love with spencer. Did I say that? It was strongly implied. How could I love someone that I can’t even trust? But every time I see him… I don’t know how to describe it. It’s — it’s like… some part of me just wakes up. Does that sound weird? Josslyn: It’s like this wall

went up between us.

And you remembered that you

have to protect little old me from big, bad you. I call B.S. On that. I make my own decisions. I know the risks I’m taking. If you don’t want me, just say that. I’m trying to do the right thing here. Try being honest instead. You want honest? No. [ Scoffs ] I get it. Yeah, it’s like… …I’m drawn to spencer, even though I wish I wasn’T. And I don’t have that same pull with rory like I wish I did. Are you gonna break up with him? It’s tough. Rory makes me feel good about myself. And we definitely have fun when we’re together. But is that enough? Is that even fair? Is what fair? To keep dating him. Knowing how he feels about me, if… I don’t feel the same way. Do you want me to call scott? He’s out of town on business. I’m fine, really. You should go. J would never forgive me.

[ Sighs ] My precious nathan. Yeah, with christmas coming, I’ve been thinking about him a lot. Is that what’s wrong, aunt liesl? You’re missing j more than usual? A mother should have more time with her child. I wholeheartedly agree with that. But we have james, don’t we? And he’s looking more and more like his daddy every day. Aunt liesl… j lives on. But britta won’T. Thanks again, commissioner. Hey, rory. Hey. I got an update on the hook case. Great. Uh, can I stay with the connections to trina? Of course. Fill us in. Well, the lab was able to identify the venom found on the hook. Comes from a sea krait — a highly venomous, semi-aquatic snake. Okay. And where would one find such a snake? Well, according to the herpetologist at the pc zoo, not around here, not in the wild, anyway. They come from the south asian islands. Okay. So they would have to smuggle it into the us. Right. So I looked up arrests of exotic animal smugglers for the last 10 years. We got about five hits in the port charles area. Okay. Well, can you get on as soon as possible? Yeah, will do. It’s been two months since oz haggerty was killed. The hook’s letter basically said, stay out of her way, and you’ll be fine. Could this mean that she’s done? It could. Or it could mean she’s nice and rested and ready for her next victim.

much as I’d like to believethe attacks are over, serial killers rarely stop on their own. This is the longest break so far. Yeah. The lead-up to haggerty’s killing was two weeks. This has been longer than that. Isn’t that good news? Well, no one dying is good news, but it’s premature to think the killer is done. She could have been arrested for another crime or left town for some reason. Well, whoever she is and wherever she is, she’s got to be stopped and brought to justice. Okay, can you, um, talk to the manager and find out how early we can get into the haunted star the day of the party so we can set up? Yes, ma’am. And on my end, um, I need to find amazing shoes that I can still dance in, um, set up a massage that morning, talk to my lawyer.

[ Scoffs ] A little extreme, no? I mean, I know people will sue at the drop of a hat these days, but do you really need to consult your lawyer? Um, I actually didn’t mean to bring this up today, but since we’re here, I am talking to my lawyer about my will. You’re scaring me. Don’t be scared. It’s just, um, this whole mess with the necklace and not knowing who it belongs to, it just reminded me that it’s important to write things down. Besides, it’s the responsible thing to do. Do you have a will? Me? [ Chuckles ] Please. All I have to leave to posterity is a, uh — a fabulous wardrobe. It is fabulous.

[ Laughs ] Well, just so you know, I am leaving everything to you. I agreed to meet rory’s parents. You did? Before the whole “love” thing, he invited me to his family’s christmas eve. And it sounds pretty casual. People coming and going all day. It seemed like the next step. Right. And that was before he said what he said and spencer showed up. It was so much easier when spencer was away. Is that horrible? You’re just being honest. But now he’s home, and I’ll probably be seeing him everywhere. You can always avoid him. That’s not sustainable. Uh, and I’m supposed to be hanging out with rory. What am I going to say? I don’t want to date rory just because I can’t have spencer. I don’t even want spencer. But you do. But I do. How’s trina doing? I thought you saw for yourself last night. Well, we didn’t exactly have a heart to heart. She told me that there’s no way for us to start over. I’m sorry. But can you blame her? No. I guess I just want to make sure that her life is back on track. You know, after i completely derailed it. Trina’s doing well. That’s good. She’s happy with rory? Seems like it. He’s a good guy. Trina deserves nothing less. Great. Who is that guy? He looks really familiar. His name is dex. He works for sonny. Right. Don’t you need — don’t you need to go take his order or something? Oh, no, he — he can wait. Wow. You really don’t like him?

[ Inhales deeply ] Dex is a wannabe gangster. Joss was convinced that sonny wanted to hurt him. But you just said that dex works for sonny. So why would sonny hurt him? You remember how ava was the first hook victim, and that she was found at the quartermaines’, and joss was the one who found her? Yeah. Well, dex was there, too. He helped joss get ava to the hospital. He was also at charlie’s the night that brando got attacked. And he was at brando’s garage when diane miller got attacked, so… seems like a pattern to me. Sonny saw a pattern, too. That’s why he had him…detained. Detained him how? I don’t have all the details, nor do I want them. But sonny got dex out of police custody, and then dex just vanished. Josslyn figure that sonny was behind it, and, um…she went to pozzulo’s to look for him. Well, obviously, she found him. He’s sitting or… standing right there. Yeah, well, it’s more complicated than that. The guy who was questioning dex was not listening to josslyn. She had to call michael for backup. And then that’s when things got pretty heated, dangerous. That’s ridiculous. Sonny would never let any of his people hurt josslyn. All I know is that it was a major confrontation. If joss was mad at sonny before, it’s on a whole nother level now. Joss is upset because her mom and sonny split up, and now sonny has moved on to nina. So I sympathize, but sonny has always been more than decent to josslyn. It — it’s — it’s not about that. Whatever happened at pozzulo’s, whatever sonny did to dex, josslyn hates him for that. Alright. I don’t understand. Did something happen to britt? Obrecht: She’ll never have children. Aunt liesl, she could change her mind about that. When britta’s gone, there’ll be nothing. Why do you keep talking about britt leaving? It’s not my story to tell. That may be true, but it’s obviously tearing you up. You have to let it out.

Nein. No, this is simply a moment of weakness. I-I can keep the secret. I-I-I will keep the secret. Aunt liesl. Did you see what I did just then? I not so subtly reminded you that we are family. Okay? You can tell me anything. I’m not gonna tell anybody. You can trust me. It’s too much. Then let me shoulder some of the burden. Okay? I won’t tell anyone. Trust me.

[ Crying ] Britta is sick. She has huntington’s disease.

I’m a beneficiary in your will? Sole beneficiary. Why do you look so shocked? Who else would I leave it to?

[ Chuckles ] Okay, how much are we talking about here? Like a vacay to cabo or…

[ Inhales deeply ] Never mind. So not the point. The point… is for you to be independent. I hope you use the money to get away from aunt selina and start fresh. Well, that’s depressing. Which part? Uh, the prospect of still running errands for my aunt decades from now.

[ Chuckles ] U-unless you’re planning on dying tomorrow. Uh, that is not the plan. But it’s always good to be prepared. Joss says that her familyhas been covering for sonny all of her life. That he doesn’t deserve it, that he belongs in prison. Speaking as someone who just got out of prison, that’s pretty harsh. She means it. She says that sonny is not who we think he is. That she’s seen the truth and wants nothing to do with him. I-I’m not saying that whatever sonny did to dex was okay, but the guy went to work for him. And is still working for him. Exactly. Joss has

no idea what dex didto get in trouble with sonny or how badly he may have screwed up. For all we know, sonny’s going easy on the guy. Don’t try telling joss that. Well, obviously, this dex is manipulating her. If joss is mad at sonny, then she’s going to jump on anything that makes him look bad. And dex knows that, and he’s using it. Does anyone work here? I think that’s your cue. Yeah. Hey, what can I get you? Um, cheeseburger to go. Medium rare, please. Coming right up. Dex, right? Uh, that’s me. You are? Spencer cassadine. Sonny corinthos’ nephew. Good to meet you. You work for my uncle, right? I do. Which means you work for me. And I’m really going to break up with rory right before the holidays? Am I that person? There’s never a good time to end a relationship. No, but there are very, very bad times. And, say, roy and i do break up. That doesn’t guarantee that spencer and i will have a future. He asked if we could start over, and honestly, I don’t think we can.

[ Sighs ] I wish I had the answers for you. Spencer has hurt me so many times. And now he’s gonna cost me rory, too. I-it’s not fair! No, it’s not. It’s not fair. But, trina, you’re — you’re not the only one in this. Alright? Rory’s involved, too. So if you’re honest with him, not about wanting spencer, but about maybe not feeling the same way, then it’s up to rory to decide whether to stay or not. That’s true. Rory can decide for himself. But it’s still gonna be so awkward. Like, thanks for loving me, but I don’t feel the same way? Maybe I should just wait until the new year. No, no. You have to do this. Cam deserves to know the truth. What? Where did that come from? Sorry. I meant rory, obviously. Yeah, you’re right. If I want something real with rory, I have to be up-front with him. Thank you, dante. Yeah. I wish we could assign more detectives to the case, but we just don’t have the manpower. Well, that’s okay, commissioner. I’ll just work as efficiently as I possibly can. I know you will. Uh, you want me to drop that on your desk? I’m headed out. Uh, yeah, sure. Why not? Thanks. That’s actually perfect. I wanted to talk to you about something else. Okay. Thank you again for letting me sit in. I learned a lot.

[ Camera shutter clicks ] I remember so vividly how we all were so relieved when we found out that j didn’t inherit the gene. But — but britt did? If

only cesar was still here.I’d kill him myself. Aunt liesl? Is britt having symptoms?

[ Inhales deeply ] Trouble swallowing, muscle spasms, and it will only get worse. Oh, my god. How do I do this, nina? The thought of sitting by, helpless, watching my britta waste away. I don’t have the strength. You’re gonna find the strength.

[ Gasps ] ‘Cause your daughter is gonna need you.

Austin lied to me. Duh. Excuse you. Uh, when you like someone

[Chuckles] You want to show them the best version of yourself, you know? So you — you massage the truth a little bit. Like, uh, maybe you say you love to cook when in reality, you only know how to make pasta. Or you talk about your love of exercise when you haven’t seen a gym in weeks. You’re right. I am? You’re terrible at giving relationship advice. And, yes, people are on their best behavior for the first few dates. But if you want to go the distance with someone, you’re eventually gonna have to open up and show that person who you really are. That’s it. Just no? No one wants the real me. Okay, that’s a cop-out, and you know it. Well, I’ve got my marching orders. Time to get to work. Hey, britt, um… I know I always act aloof and above it all sometimes. Hmm, sometimes?

[ Chuckles ] But this, uh — this will thing… it really means the world to me. Well, what can I say? You’ve been there for me when no one else has. You know me better than anyone. You’re my best friend in the whole world. We’re more than best friends. We’re family.

[ Chuckles ] Ugh! [ Chuckles ] Cue the violins!

[ Chuckles ] Right? Pull it together, cooper.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Exhales sharply ]

[ Cellphone thuds ] Oh. Dammit. [ Sighs ] What was that? Oh, I just, uh… I was just at the gym too long this morning, you know, so… run along. The party is not gonna plan itself.

[ Chuckles ] What? Look…I’m excited about the party, don’t get me wrong. I guess I’m just a little confused about the magnitude of it. I mean… you never celebrate your birthday. Never even mention it. Why is this one such a big deal? If I work for you, that’s news to me. My uncle listens to me. So you’d be wise to do as I say. Hey, is the toys for tots bin still inside? Yeah, but — great. Could you get the door, please?

[ Chuckles ] Thank you. I did not want to miss it. Stay away from josslyn jacks. Excuse me? How dare you eavesdrop on a private conversation? Aunt liesl, this… are you happy, hmm? Seeing me brought to my knees like this? I don’t want to see you in any pain. Lies. Okay, you know what? You have every right to be upset. It’s completely understandable, but it’s not fair to take it out on sonny. I’d like to say something, nina, if that’s all right. Oh, and why should I listen to you, hmm? Because I went through something similar to what you’re facing with my own father. He had alzheimer’S. When I found out, it was the worst moment of my life. And I thought I had already lost him. But I was wrong because at the end of his life, there were flashes of his old se– of his old self. And then when his memory loss started setting in and his — his defenses were — were going away… …I saw another side to my father. We were so honest with each other at that time. More honest than we’ve — we’ve ever been before he even got sick. Alzheimer’s takes a lot. But at the end, those times we had… …they were a gift.

I’ll call you tonight. Okay? Please remember — I won’t say a word to anyone. I promise. Thank you for what you said.

[ Crying ] You’re so wonderful. No, really, you are. Aunt liesl has done horrible things to people you love, and you reached out to her. Listen, it — it — you know, when I see somebody suffering like my dad, you know, like I did with my dad, it’s just — I just help, that’s all. It’s not — it’s not just that’s all. It’s everything. You feel like you don’t know the real austin.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, I think it’s become increasingly clear that I don’T. Do you think you’ve seen the real britt? Glimpses, but yes. And you like her? Very much. Then don’t give up on her. I’m not sure I’m being given a chance. Trust me. Britt just needs time. What’s so important about this party? The party’s really just an excuse. For…? I want to be more than the woman who fell in the metro court pool. The sucker taken in by cody’s con. I want people to see me in all my glory.

[ Sighs ] Does that make sense? It does. And it’s exactly what you’re gonna get. You have my word. This party will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Spencer, I heard you were out. Home for the holidays. Mm. Speaking of holidays. Let me help. Cameron can help her. I can do it. Thank you. Just cancel my order. I’ll go somewhere else. No, no. You ordered, so you need to pay. No, he doesn’T. Not a problem. Your uncle pays me well, so…

[ Patrons gasp ] Trina. Hey. How are you? Uh, I’m okay. Um… have you seen rory, by any chance? I asked the front desk but no one could tell me where he is. Pcpd! Anyone home?! Ugh! Oh, good, the doors aren’t even open yet. See? We didn’t miss bupkiss.

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No! Come on, now. C’mere. Ooh. How about — how about this? Why don’t I whip up dessert for us? Oh, is that why you’re here? Because I forgot. Uh, well, you made dinner, and then we got… distracted. The way I see it, there’s bad distraction and good distraction. Oh, and what distraction are you? You tell me. Okay. You’re a terrible… terrible, terrible distraction. Mm, dessert! No, no, no. Wait, wait, wait, wait. C’mere. We’re doing something different, ’cause you’re not lifting a hand tonight. ‘Cause I had panna cotta delivered from bernardino’S. Wow, how decadent. Wait here. Right there.

[ Laughing ] Ahh! Oh! Is it safe to talk here? Yeah. I used to own the place. This is the break room for the pool staff, and the pool’s closed, so… okay. Please tell me it all went off without a hitch. Don’t worry. Your friend drew no longer has any reason to look for that poor girl’s mother. I just met with someone who knew harmony on the commune when — when harmony unofficially adopted you. Did you find out more about my biological mother’s identity? I did. Why the hesitation? Well, I should verify the information first.

[ Sighs ] I-I can’t wait that long. I have to know what your source said. I’m sorry, willow. It’s — it’s not great news. Did you hit a roadblock? It appears that your biological mother… died. Yes? I’ll give you one guess. Wrong! A birthday party, britt? First, the injury. You’re planning this party yourself? It’s not like you don’t have port charles’ premier party planner at your disposal. Me. Maxie — second, the insult. I had to find out about this self-planned party from austin. Tick-tock, spine lli.You do what I asked you to do? I did. I ran society setups’ algorithm on you and maxie behind her back. Now you’ll know if you are truly meant to be. You know, you really don’t need to stick to these mocktails on my account. According to your lifestyle section, they’re all the rage. Well, then I hope it measures up to all the hype. Right now, I’m just sort of focused on, uh, the news that’s dominating our front page. And how’s it going with that? The police given you any more information about this killer? The police are very tight-lipped, although I do have a contact that may have access to some inside information. Just be careful. You want to investigate criminals without becoming one. I mean, threading that needle between journalistic responsibility and the public good is a balancing act. I’m gonna stop you just for a second. There’s something that we need to talk about. Elizabeth: I know I don’t deserve your consideration, but my boys don’t know about the pregnancy. And I’d just really appreciate it if you didn’t tell anyone. I would never do anything to hurt your boys. Ava, what are you doing here? It’s time we addressed the fate of our marriage. When a cold comes on strong, knock it out with vicks dayquil severe. Just one dose starts to relieve 9 of your worst cold and flu symptoms. To help take you from 9 to none. Power through with vicks dayquil severe.

That your biologicalmother was an only child, but there’s still hope that your biological father’s out there. There is? Well, yeah. Sure. I mean, it’ll be difficult to pinpoint exactly who that is because they weren’t in a relationship. I see. But we have options, right? There’s the genealogy services. Maybe your biological father registered for one. People find lost relatives all the time. Yeah. Yeah, maybe. I’m sorry, willow. I know this wasn’t the news that you wanted to hear. No, no, no. No, don’T. Don’T. I, uh — I just need some air. I can’t believe it’s come to this. But it’s really for the best. I mean, this friend of mine and drew’s, she cannot find out who her birth mother is. It will cause her a world of pain. Willow: Every time — every time I think we’ve made some headway, you prove that there is just no reasoning with you. You only see what you want to. Denise: Are you trying tojustify it to yourself or to me? Because I don’t care about the reasons, not as long as your check clears. I do understand that it is your party and you can exclude who you want to. Maybe it’s just for G.H. Hospital staff. Maybe you’re only inviting doctors. But, I mean, are you really not gonna invite me? I wanted to give you this in person. Oh. Well, then, apology accepted. Did I apologize? It’s implied. Mm. Oh, printed invitations. High-quality cardstock. You are going all out. What’s, uh — what’s this about? What, a girl can’t throw herself a party? Please. I’m the queen of celebrating birthday week. You, on the other hand… what can I say, maxie? I contain multitudes. Yeah, so does austin, which is probably why he was so protective over spilling the beans about this party of yours. I mean, he comes to town, this swashbuckling country doctor who delivers my baby in the woods and gets knocked out for his trouble. Generally, he’s been very good to me. And so what’s the problem? Aside from alienating every one of my friends one by one? Except for you, which I am extremely grateful for. He can’t have alienated everybody.

[ Elevator dings ] Okay, brook lynn, drew, your mom. Even georgie and spinelli hate him. And I’m not sure what to do about that. Thank you for doing what I’ve asked.

[ Scoffs ] If by “asked,” you mean “extorted.” I think you have me all wrong, spinelli. I never really wanted to go public with your criminally effective algorithm. But you would have. Eh, maybe. I mean, I don’t know, and it doesn’t matter, ’cause now we have this. Dr. Gatlin-holt, I — I implore you, one last time, please do not force my hand like this. Yeah, I don’t think I have a choice, because you and everybody else in this town have been whispering in maxie’s ear, telling her to cut bait. Wait. This isn’t about insecurity? This is — this is purely about proving everybody wrong? Is that — is that really worth it, to be dishonest with someone that you hope to have a future with? I’m sorry, alexis. Have I done something to offend you? No! No, no, no. Offend? That’s — that’s too strong of a word. Okay, then…? It’s just a small thing. You know how, um, when we first met, we had this — this kind of push-pull, back-and-forth professional/personal banter? It was so much fun. Well, now that we’re friends, it kind of feels like I’m being talked at, not talked to. Talked at? Lectured.

[ Chuckles ] Well, i am a lecturer, so occupational hazard. I get that. I get that.

[ Laughs ] I’m a minefield of occupational hazards — probing questions, rules, regulations, procedures, technical– not to mention objections. Sorry, bad joke. I just think it would be best if all our conversations didn’t turn into ted talks, for the sake of our friendship. If maybe you could recognize that if I want advice from you, it should be invited advice. That’s all. Don’t tell me the topic of our marriage has left you speechless. You typically have so much to say on the subject. Yeah, I just — I don’t want to get my hopes up too high. Coincidentally, hope is what I’m here to discuss. Okay. Logic dictates that I — I cast you aside. We have both caused the other a tremendous amount of pain. Mostly you hurting me, of course. Ava, I — but there’s no denying that when we are there for each other, we are a formidable team. We would follow each other into hell. And lead each other there, which I suppose is part of the problem. But as a united front, well… we haven’t been that, have we, in quite a long while? No, we haven’T. And yet, somehow, against all reason, I keep coming back to the same question. Can we find our way back to that? I think that we owe ourselves a final, definitive answer. You aren’t suggesting to move back in, are you? I was just about to clock out, but before I leave, can I get you anything?

Here it is. Panna cotta. Ah. Yeah. Well, that looks delicious. Can’t wait to dig into it. Yeah.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, you know, donna leaves those blocks all over the house, and I find them everywhere. Yeah. Yeah, that’s kids for you, right? I’m so glad that you and donna spent time together. I know it’s a little awkward, but it’s gonna get easier once carly and i redraw the boundaries. Yeah. Carly knows that you’re not going anywhere, but I don’t want any distance between you and my daughter. And I really appreciate that. But what if that’s for the best? Wow, you cut to the chase, don’t you? I saw too many friends on the commune get sucked into all kinds of shadiness. I learned the hard way, it’s best not to get too invested in anyone. Then tell me what you said to drew. I corroborated harmony’s story. A sweet, troubled girl named joan got caught up in the family way, joined a commune, had her baby, and skipped out. Then, years later, I happened to witness joan’s passing — drug overdose in a flophouse. Alright. What about the father? What about him? What about him? You were supposed to tell drew that both of the baby’s parents were dead. This payment only covers one imaginary dead parent. You want two in the grave? Now, that’s gonna cost you.

[ Crying quietly ] Willow? I just need a second. It’s, uh… it’s freezing out here. Can I — can I get you your jacket? You don’t want to get sick.

[ Laughs ] I’m sorry, um… it’s just… you have no idea… how important this was to me, how much I was counting on it. But I guess this hail mary isn’t going to happen, is it? Drew: Your body is going through so much right now. I know — I know it’s got to be so hard. Who told you? Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey. Are you okay? Yeah. Oh, no. I woke you up. I’m so sorry.

[ Chuckles ] This — this baby is active. Wears me out. Yeah. You do look a little pale. Oh, my god. You are sick. Aren’t you? Well, I-I wasn’t suggesting that I move back in. Though I assume that you’d be open to that idea. Am I wrong? No, no — of course I want you to move back in. Uh-huh. No, it’s just — I-I just don’t want to rush things. Mm. In fact, I was — I was just telling spencer that I would prefer that he move back in because he wanted to, not because he had to. Spencer’s back? Yes. And that’s why I think it would be best for you to keep your distance from him, at least until we sort things out. That could take some time. I-I take it from your impatience that you want to work on our marriage? I’M… I’m not able to forgive you yet, but I don’t want to give up either. And then there’s the whole problem of victor, which I guess leaves us in a state of limbo. And maybe you’re done waiting, but I’m just hoping that you’d be willing to press pause for now.

[ Footsteps approach ] Finn? Son. Huh? Hey, uh, sorry. I just — I zoned out there for a minute. I-I was just thinking about, uh… you look practically frozen. Where’s your coat? Did you leave it in the car? I don’t know. I just — I was walking, and… you know what? It turns out I really am hungry. Would you mind flagging down the waitress and getting us something to eat, and I can catch up with my friend? One mixed appetizer platter coming up. Neither of us fell for that. Yeah, well, I’m not a very good liar. I’m a truth teller. I try to be. And you have the truth written all over your face. So what’s going on? I took your advice and I followed up with elizabeth. And? And things are over for us. Who the hell are you to lecture me about integrity? All this talk about being honest with maxie? You’re the one who ran that data set to protect yourself.

[ Scoffs ] Dr. Gatlin-holt — you know what? You’re absolutely right. Huh. Where you going? To reset my moral compass. I allowed myself to falter, but thankfully, you — you [Chuckles] Reminded me of the man that I truly am — one who would never betray maxie, even if it cost me my company, my freedom, or anything else.

[ Door opens ]

[ Stammers ] I mean, I get that spinelli’s your friend, but — my best friend, the father of my eldest, my person, and the last time spinelli had bad vibes from someone was peter. Okay, but comparing austin and peter? No, no, I know austin is not peter. But after everything I’ve been through, it’s hard for me to trust, britt. Most importantly, it’s hard for me to trust my own judgment. Spinelli, give it back. What? I can’t give it back. It was never in your possession in the first place. Well, hand it over now, then. Pshh! Austin! Spinelli! What’s this?

Chasing each other aroundthe halls of a hospital? Over what? Some letter or…? “Society setups.” What is this? I had spinelli run his algorithm on us.

His algorithm?

You’re society setups? Wait. You had spinelli run an algorithm on us behind my back? And — and — and you went along with it? No, that’s not possible. You would never do that. He would… if I blackmailed him. Ava: Hi, elizabeth. Hi. What — what are you doing here? With your own keys, too?

[ Chuckles ] Sorry to interrupt. Um, aiden is doing a-a family tree project, and nikolas was kind enough to let me go through some of laura’s stuff. So he gave you the keys to the castle. Literally. Well, we planned for elizabeth to come tomorrow. Would you mind coming then? It’s — I know you came all this way, but ava and I were — no, no, it’s — it’s okay. Actually, I’ll go. Are you sure? Yeah, yeah, I’ve — I’ve said all I need to say. So… good night, then.

[ Door closes ]

[ Elizabeth sighs ] Hey, spencer is upstairs. He might be moving back in. We have to be careful. Yeah, that’s not our only problem. Finn found those. Apparently, he saw the same bottle here at wyndemere. He started asking a whole bunch of questions, wanted to send the cops over, but I stopped him.

[ Sighs ] How?

[ Chuckles ] Congratulations. You’re gonna be a father again. To my child. I’m sorry that things didn’t work out with you and elizabeth. Are you sure it’s over? Does this have to do with what happened with jeff? Well, a lot more went down. But it’s not my place. You know, for an addict such as yourself, it wouldn’t be surprising if you thought about having a drink tonight. Why don’t you pass me a spoon? Here. Thank you. Okay, you know you can tell me anything, right? I did have such a nice time playing with donna. Yeah.

[ Both chuckle ] Josslyn, she stopped by, and she made it very clear that she thinks that this, you and me, is just only temporary, and then my head started spinning, and I started to wonder if all this pain and agony that we have to go through to be in this relationship — if it would be worth it if we didn’t survive. The only thing we can do is move forward. Carly has, right? Yeah, yeah. Okay, so? I-I totally get that. And then I see the blocks, and then I… I see this “mommy” picture, and then I start to think about what it will mean if I get closer to donna. How so? It’s really awkward for me to talk about, because I feel like it stops me from moving forward. But you know this — the reality is, I am a woman whose baby was stolen from me, a daughter who was kept from me her entire life. So I have this big hole that will never go away inside of my heart that I always keep trying to fill. And the more time that I spend with donna… …the more I’m afraid that the lines could be blurred. We agreed on a fee for you to tell drew some story about how both parents were dead so there would be no one else for him to go looking for. The terms changed. I’m not made of money. That’s a shame. Maybe I should call drew and tell him what’s going on. Or I could find that nice young woman that he’s lying to on your behalf. Or… you could pay me what I’m worth, and I’ll think about calling drew back and telling him that I remember who this girl’s papa is and how the whole family moved on to the great beyond. Willow, are you sick?

[ Scoffs ] What makes you think — my son. Oscar. He was sick, too. Is it…? It’s leukemia. I’m so sorry. What do the doctors say? I’m in stage iv.

[ Sighs ] So, yeah, it’s pretty aggressive, and unless I can find a family member or a close enough match for a bone marrow donation… …I don’t know.

Did you tell finn thatyou’re pregnant with my kid? I panicked. I had to think on my feet, and I had to explain why I ordered prenatal vitamins that weren’t for a patient. Well, why didn’t you tell him that you were pregnant with his child? I had to keep him away from this place! And it explains why I’ve been here and why I keep coming back.

And we haven’t slept together! Oh, my god. How are we gonna get through this? I mean, it’s not like you can fake a pregnancy for months. No, no. I-I would never do that to my boys. I’ve just — I’ve bought us some time. In a few weeks, I will tell finn that I miscarried and… oh, my god, he’s gonna feel so sorry for me. This is so awful. I’ve already caused him so much pain, and everything I do, it just keeps making everything worse. I have to tell finn the truth. About everything. Even if I had considered it, you know I’m not an alcoholic. Mm, yeah, no, I know that. But didn’t you tell me that people in N.A. Don’t drink because it loosens their inhibitions and — and they lose self control and they make choices that are self destructive?

[ Sighs ] Sorry for the delay. I think the other bartender was supposed to make this for you. No, um, I mean, I’m sorry. It must have been a mistake. But, please, if you like… enjoy this. It’s on me. I should get going. I’m here if you want to talk. I know. I think… maybe you already got through to me. For your walk home.

[ Door closes ] Shall we dig in? My family… is in your debt tonight, aren’t we? Nina, I understand what you’re saying, but I don’t think you have anything to worry about. Mm… yeah, I know you don’T. Um, it’s just, you know, the holidays are right around the corner, and people think about their families. I think about the family that I lost. That’s why you have to move forward. Didn’t I say that? Yeah. [ Chuckles ] And, you know, you’re great with donna. Thank you. I really appreciate that. But I know myself, and I know the closer I get to donna, the more I will inadvertently start using her to fill up this little hole I have. And I don’t want to use donna the way I tried to use wiley. You didn’t use wiley. He’s your grandson. You have every right to be close to him. Yes, and maybe one day I will. But in the meantime, I gotta stop myself from getting closer to donna, okay? I know how messy things can get with avery because of carly and ava, and I’ll just keep my distance, keep the boundaries very, very clear. So, when it comes to donna… …I’m just your friend. Carly: You know what? You really are awful. You know that?

[ Chuckles ] It could be worse. I could be paying someone to lie about their parents being dead. I’m doing this to protect someone I care about deeply. You’re doing it to get rich. And yet you need me. At least I own who I am and what I’m doing. Trust me, your life would be a lot easier if you looked in the mirror and did the same. Willow… why didn’t you say anything as soon as you found out? Chemotherapy could… hurt the baby during the first trimester, so I made up my mind to wait. I figured it couldn’t get that much worse, right? Well, stage iv. What’s the prognosis now? I’m getting chemo, but it’s not enough. I need a bone marrow transplant, and the best chance for a match is with a family member, but I don’t have any. Does — does michael know? Yeah, he does now. He immediately forgave me for keeping it a secret. He’s been wonderful and supportive. Yeah. No surprise there. The only other people who know are tj and my doctors. If we had known, we could have helped. I want to shield wiley from this for as long as possible, and the quartermaines and carly, god love them, but they wear their hearts on their sleeves. Could you imagine if brook lynn or olivia found out? One look at them, and wiley would know something is wrong. Promise me. Promise me, drew, that you won’t tell anybody that I’m sick, not even carly.

Okay, I feel like you’re angry. I’m gonna give you one minute to explain your justification for blackmailing spinelli. Yeah, I guess there really isn’t one. Okay, then. No, it was stupid. That — that was a stupid thing to do. I — I — I own that. I shouldn’t have pressured spinelli. I think the word you initially used was “blackmail.” Right, that. I shouldn’t have done that either. But, you know, on the upside, spinelli’s secret is safe, and I hope that you and i can get past this. There’s something I need you to understand, austin. Okay. For three years, someone I thought I loved was lying to me and doing really shady things behind my back. Yeah, things.

Things. I didn’t — I did a thing. Okay, how do I know that? See, with peter, I kept overlooking all these tiny red flags. I own that. But you threatening to hurt spinelli, my best friend in the whole world, georgie’s father? That is a huge red flag. Willow: Please. You cannot say anything to anyone about my diagnosis. Willow, I — I just — I want to give wiley a few more weeks of happiness. And, frankly, i need a few weeks of happiness before everyone starts treating me like a sick person. I get it. You want to be in the driver’s seat. You’ve got my word. I won’t tell a soul. Thank you. Okay. But I’m not giving up on the search for your family, okay? I’m gonna find your biological father. There’s — you might have a long-lost sibling out there, or cousins or aunt, uncle, somebody out there. Thank you. Now, can we go inside? Because you may be able to tough this out, but I’m freezing.

[ Laughs ] Okay. Sounds good. Okay. Okay. There you are. How’s it going? Elizabeth, you can’t do that. He will send the cops right here. Yeah, cameron is an adult, but where does that leave aiden and jake? Even if they’re lenient on you, you could serve time away from them. I don’t even know who I am anymore. How did I become this person who would do something like this? You did it because you know that this protects everyone. Sometimes the tough decisions, they have to be made, sacrifices for the greater good. But finn — finn said he wouldn’t say anything to anybody, you know, to give me time to tell the boys. And y-you trust that finn won’t say anything to anyone else? Oh, hi. Hi, dr. Finn. Fancy meeting you here. Yeah. Okay, well, I’ll see you around. Ava, wait. Something on your mind?

I will follow your lead. Thank you. But just so we’re clear, you know, there’s nothing I would love more than for you to have a rich, full relationship with my daughter. Oh, yes. Me, too. So much. I just got to hold — hold myself back. Because I think it would hurt, really, if… if what? You know. If we don’t last. Sonny… I love you. You make me so happy. I love spending time with you. But even you have to admit that the cards are stacked against us. The only thing I’m gonna admit is that I’m falling in love with you a little more every single day. And I don’t care what anybody thinks. I see a future with you. And my family. Because you are… part of that family. And if I haven’t — if I haven’t made it clear… …I’m in this for the long haul. Me, too. Can we just maybe talk about this together? I can’t believe you had spinelli run the algorithm on us in the first place, and you did it behind my back, and you extorted spinelli into doing it! Which one of those sounds like something a decent person would do? Here’s the thing, Austin. Anyone who’s “meant to be with me” would never do that to someone I care about.

[ Door opens ] So, zelda? Is she your partner or…? Oh, my god. She’s just a front, right? There is no personalized matchmaking. No wonder you got it so wrong with me and cody. If ever there was an understatement. Maxie, will you wait? Maxie, are you okay? I’m fine. I’m leaving. I’m going with you. Damn right you are. Hey. Hey. Any advice? Wish I had more to offer than “too bad, so sad,” but… pretty much covers it all? Mm-hmm. I have to believe that finn wouldn’t betray me the same way that I supposedly betrayed him. But after this whole baby matter is settled, he’ll have no reason to stay silent, and ava is going to find out about our supposed affair. No. Oh, no, we are so close to reconciling. That can’t happen. No, there — there has to be a way that we can see through this and — and…

[ Sighs ] And what? You said it yourself. Sacrifices have to be made. Now, can you really keep this up with esme and reconcile with ava at the same time? Just, uh… have a good night. That’s all. Your birth mother is dead? Wow, I’m really sorry to hear that. But, you know, you have all the family you need right here with michael and wiley, me, drew, and even the quartermaines. Thank you. I should, um… I should go. But I will see you both soon, okay? And, drew… thank you. She’s taking it really hard. I didn’t realize how important it was for willow to find her birth parents. Neither did I.

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Maxie finds Austin and Spinelli arguing because Spinelli wants to tell Maxie that Austin blackmailed him into using his algorithm to find out if they are a match. The results of the algorithm drop to the floor and Maxie picks it up and Austin admits that he blackmailed Spinelli. Maxie tells Austin she can’t be in another relationship with a man who lies to her.

Elizabeth tells Nikolas that she had to lie to Finn and tell him she is pregnant with his child to explain the prenatal vitamins that he saw her with at the hospital and at Wyndamere. Elizabeth tells Nikolas that they won’t be able to keep up this lie forever so he must choose between a reconciliation with Ava or keeping Esme’s pregnancy a secret.

Drew figures out Willow is sick and she tells him she has stage four leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant from a relative. Drew promises Willow he will find her father or another relative since her mother is dead. Drew also promises not to tell anyone she has leukemia. The lady that knew Harmony at the commune asks for more money to call Drew that Willow’s father is dead.

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when you left me never to be heard from again, you didn’t just stomp on my heart and walk out of my life. I’m not following. Because I know that when you left, you were carrying our child. You know that we had a child? Of course. A daughter. Honestly, heather, do you really think you could hide her existence from me? Yes. In fact, I went to great lengths to make sure of it. What do you want? Is that any way to talk to the man who’s granting your wish? Are you…pregnant? I am. You know for sure? Another man’s baby. Sherry. Bleh. If I had known that you were going to be here tonight with your boyfriend celebrating, I would have insisted to my uncle that we go elsewhere, especially after I heard what rory said to you. It — I wasn’t trying to eavesdrop. He practically announced it to the entire restaurant. Not that I blame him. If I was in his place, I’d want to…tell everyone too. I have a question for you. Can we start over?

[ Knock on door ] Oh, thank god it’s you. I need you to stop me from making a huge mistake. -H ow was your flight?-No complaints. Thanks for sending me first class. Carly. -How’s the room? -Perfect. Can’t afford first-class amenities like the metro court as a firefighter. I read you were an emt before you joined the fire brigade. That’s right. Yeah, saving lives.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, first female firefighter in clairborne county. You have accomplished a lot. I’ve come a long way from the friends for peace and love commune. Most of us were so lost back then. Was that true for willow’s birth mother? Willow, hi. I’m surprised to see you here. I’m meeting michael for dinner. What brings you here? Who’s willow? Oh, I’m sorry. You — you knew her as kali. The — the baby that I wanted to talk to you about. Baby kali goes by willow now? Yeah. She’s a full-grown woman with a child of her own and another on the way. Kali was such a sweet girl. Good tempered. Considering where she came from, she — she found a good home with lorraine. Sorry. Harmony. Yeah, um… tell me more about that. Wh-where did baby kali originally come from?

Y, michael. We’ll have date night another night. Yeah. Great idea. Okay. You have a safe flight. And don’t forget to bring back wiley a present, or he will disown you.

[ Laughs ] Love you, too. Bye. Last-minute business trip? Oh, you know your son well. He thought you and i could have dinner instead. If you don’t have plans, that is. Harmony said that a pregnant woman joined the commune, she gave birth, and then abandoned the baby. But I’ve got cause for doubt. Harmony wasn’t the most reliable. But that’s exactly what happened. I remember joan well. She was sweet, but troubled. When she left the commune, she abandoned the baby. Our leader, josiah, asked lorraine — I mean harmony — and her husband, doug, to take the baby. And we’re talking about kali, right? Harmony always wanted children but was never blessed with one. That is the story that harmony told. You can believe it. Harmony was as honest as the day is long. I am so sorry. I don’t believe you.

[ Sighs ] Well, um… it happened when I got back from monterey. I was struggling with what my parents had told me about… what happened to reiko. Why didn’t you come to me? I… I guess I-I felt guilty. I was afraid you would never forgive me. What have I ever done to make you think that? I’ve done nothing but stand by you. When you were mourning the loss of your husband, through your hospitalization, I’ve been there. I know, I know. And that’s why I can’t ask you to stick around through any more of my trauma. I would have stuck with you through anything. Who’s the father? Nikolas. Are you gonna let me go outside so I can pick out a christmas tree? There’s no need. Demetrius. Season’s greetings! Oh, what is that? Well, it’s a tree. You said you wanted one. Here it is. Thank you, demetrius. Not a problem, sir. That wasn’t the deal, and you know it. Well, I agreed to nothing. Honestly, esme, did you really think that I was gonna let you out of this room, given that you’ve tried to escape before? And did you really think that I was bluffing when I said that I would tell nurse baldwin about my going over the parapet? You don’t seem to understand, esme. What you say is irrelevant. As far as I’m concerned, you’re more of a vessel, one that needs to be fueled and maintained until my precious cargo arrives. And once our child is here? Enjoy the tree. It’s bad enough that you left me. But you make it sound like you didn’t believe that I could be a father to our child. I didn’T. You weren’t capable, any more than I was. What would we have done with a baby, richie? Raise her.

[ Scoffs ] In that derelict mountain cabin where we were holed up, pretending to be other people? We couldn’t even make a bed, much less a life for a kid. We could have tried. Well, there’s no use looking backwards now, is there? Okay. So somehow you discovered that we have a daughter. I won’t stand in your way if you want to try to find her. Oh, I don’t need to try to find her. She’s been coming to see me here for months. Guess it was meant to be. So, what’s going on? Roy took me to the pc grill tonight for our three-month anniversary. Oh, that’s sweet. That’s just it. Rory is sweet and romantic and considerate. Mm, sounds like a real problem. You’re right. I am being ridiculous. You said yourself that you envied my relationship with rory. He’s everything I should want. But love isn’t about what you should want or should do, is it? It’s about following your heart. What if the path my heart is taking me down only leads to more heartbreak?

You are having a baby with him? Yes. You’re not hungry? I already know what I’m ordering. I can only stand to eat about five foods these days. Oh, did you struggle with nausea in your first pregnancy? I’m sorry. We — we don’t have to talk about that. It’s okay. I-I just… I don’t think about that time in my life that often. Not only because I lost jonah, but I was very lonely. I didn’t have a lot of support back then. It’s gonna be different this time. It already is. I’m so grateful for the family I have through michael. And the family I have yet to discover. A couple of years later, harmony and doug left colorado with the baby. And joan never went looking for them? Joan got mixed up with drugs. Years later, when I was an emt, I responded to an overdose call at a known flophouse. It was joan. Wait, willow’s birth mother, she died? I’m afraid so. This masochistic heart of mine is prone to finding homes with men who betray and abuse it. Which is why, when we follow our hearts, we should still rely on our heads a little bit too. Because, as you said, complicated men lead to chaos. Mm, and how. I know I should choose contentment over chaos, but… but the heart wants what it wants. Oh, trina, what I wish for you more than anything is happiness. No matter where it leads you. Even if it leads to spencer? Before you say anything, uncle victor is not going to consider staying at the metro court. He wants us to stay here. Well, I’m sorry if it seemed like I didn’t want you to stay in the house. It’s just I’m not sure that it’s healthy for us to share a living space yet. But if we are — I do not need a lecture on underage drinking. Just wasn’t aware that you’d developed a taste for sherry. Well, the whiskey is gone. Do I need to lecture you on the amount of alcohol that you’ve been drinking? I can’t seem to keep pricey spirits or darjeeling tea in stock since uncle victor moved in. Is he around here? I came home alone, so he’s probably still at the pc grill. You skipped out on dinner? Yeah. I lost my appetite. If you want to talk about anything… I’ll find someone who gives a damn. Thank you. Spencer, I have many faults, but not caring about you isn’t one of them. I love you, son. Then you are in a distinct minority. What makes you think that you’ve met our daughter? Oh, heather, are you going to try to tell me that you haven’t kept tabs on our daughter? You know damn well she worked her way into an internship here. I assumed it was a coincidence.

[ Laughs ] Hardly. She tried to find me the moment she came to town. How? I made sure there was never any clues about her parentage. Well, I guess you weren’t as careful as you thought. She had something of mine, once belonged to a girlfriend. One of your souvenirs? Yes. I always wondered what happened to my special chain of keepsakes. Yeah, well, I stole it one night when you were asleep. Wanted something to remember you by. Odd choice of nostalgia. Odd necklace. The items on that chain can tell a lot of tales. If it falls into the wrong hands, I’ll hold you responsible. Ooh. Wow. Is that a threat, lover?

[ Glass shatters ]

Your grandmother, your aunt alexis, your uncles, cousins, your friends. It’s — not all my friends. She said we’re not even friends anymore. Trina said that? Mm. She and deputy do-gooder were making eyes at each other at the grill. You should have seen her. So content and at peace, adored by someone who is worthy of her. You are worthy of trina. I mean, you got yourself sent to prison for her. After I dragged her, for months, through lies and selfishness. My ex-girlfriend drugged her and then framed her for filming that video of joss and cam and then distributing the video to all of pcu! Trina was almost framed and sent to prison for esme’s crimes. So I understand why she rejected me. Because she’s finally found someone with the courage to confess that he loves her. It’s not too late, spencer. Tell her how you feel. It is too late. The cop loves her.

[ Sighs ] And I think she loves him back. I only just found out about the pregnancy myself. I… I guess congratulations are in order. I’m assuming ava’s as much in the dark about this as I was. Boy, nick’s gonna have a lot of explaining to do with his wife. Not only did he get another woman pregnant, but he’s also potentially harboring a known fugitive on his estate. Well, you won’t have me to bother you about it anymore. But I’m sure once I call the commissioner, she’s gonna want to get to the bottom of this. No, you can’t do that. Sure I can. Esme’s a danger to everyone in this town. And if you think I’m gonna protect nick for you, you’re mistaken. Spencer’s been released from pentonville? That’s right. Oh, just in time for the holidays. But seeing spencer made me wonder if I can keep seeing rory. I mean, how can I pretend to have feelings for rory that I actually have for someone else? Well, some could. But not you. You’re too honest. You’re too genuine. Trina, just listen to your heart. And it doesn’t matter what I think or your parents think or anybody else. It’s just so complicated. Love can be that way. Spencer’s hurt me, and he stood by while his girlfriend hurt me, too. And now she could be going after the people that I love to hurt me even more. As prolific as that hateful girl is, she may be innocent of one thing. It could be that esme is not the hook killer. Your chain will remain in my hands. A place, as I recall, that you always felt safe. You were careless. With me and my keepsakes. No. Not careless. I was just wearing the chain the day that i dropped our baby off. When I went to try to leave her, she screamed and reached out, grabbed the chain. It broke, all the keepsakes scattered everywhere. I did my best to retrieve them, but obviously I missed one. It was on her when social services took custody of her. It’s what she used to find me. Clever girl. How could she not be? She’s ours. What’s she like? Other than clever. Tell me about our daughter, ryan. Our esme. Willow: How is the search going? Drew said you’re helping him find my birth parents. Where I can. I mean, it’s really the drew show. Drew said he might have information for me today. What do you think he found? Do I have siblings, maybe even nieces and nephews? Oh, that would be great. But, you know, finding birth parents can be tricky. I would know. But you found bobbie and learned you had a brother and an uncle. After lots of tears. Yeah. Yeah. I don’t really have a choice. The thought of losing any time with my family keeps me up at night. What are you talking about? You’re so young and healthy. You have many years ahead of you. Are you okay? No, actually. I’m far from okay.

Willow, you know you can tell me anything. What’s the matter? I’m just… thinking of the new baby. Hoping he or she will grow up to be healthy and happy. You’re thinking of jonah. We never forget the children we lost, do we? But you and michael, you’re gonna have a baby that’s strong and beautiful and healthy. You have been so good to me, especially after I lost my mom. I’m happy my kids will always have you. Thank you. They’re gonna have you, too.

[ Chuckles ] I know. It’s just so much can go wrong in a pregnancy. Yeah, but you’re gonna have the best medical care this time. What more could you need? Did joan have any siblings? None that she mentioned. I just assumed she was an only child. Even if she wasn’t, most of us lost touch with our families when we joined the commune. Right. Yeah, what about — um, what about willow’s birth father? Did joan ever mention who he might be? I wish I could help you. Joan was a troubled soul. The only one she was close to was josiah, the commune founder. He was crushed when she left. Huh. Well, I guess that’s it. Thanks so much for flying out to meet me. You’re paying. Yeah. Can I ask you something? Sure. How did baby kali’s life turn out? Um, well, she’s had some challenges, but she’s very well taken care of. Life is hard without means. It’s good she doesn’t have to struggle. Whenever you’re feeling scared or unsure, please call me. Helping you through this pregnancy is an honor, especially since I didn’t get the opportunity with wiley. That was nelle’s loss. I won’t make the same mistake. Ryan: Ironic, isn’t it? You knew our daughter before I even knew she existed. And now I know her in a way that you could only dream of. I stayed away from her because I wanted to protect her. The world sees me as crazy, dangerous. I just didn’t want her to grow up with that incredibly misguided association. You succeeded. She’s very sure of herself. And we’ve built a special relationship. Lucky you. She ever ask about me? Oh, wouldn’t you like to know? Esme isn’t yours alone. If you try to keep her from me because I kept her from you — that’s not it. I can’t share her because she’s missing. What do you mean, missing? I haven’t heard from her in a while. But given what happened some weeks ago, I know why. What happened? Ava cassadine sent her over the parapet at wyndemere. Based on the wording of the letter the killer sent to the invader, ryan chamberlain does not think it came from esme. And you believe the word of a psychopath? Well, nothing is definitive, of course. But I know ryan. And not only does his logic make sense, I know he would do whatever he could do to protect me. So if he had information that could stop the killer, he would definitely share it. At least when I thought it was esme, I knew who to look out for. Now the killer is back to being an anonymous, scary, shadow figure. That’s why you need to stay here with your mom and curtis and be extra vigilant.

[ Sighs ] Okay. Thanks for letting me know. At least it’s not all bad news. Really? How so? Maybe esme left town after attacking cam’s mom on the docks. Hopefully that was the last we’ve seen of her. What a way to end the year. Ironic, isn’t it, ace? This time last year, spencer and I were both free and in love. Now we’re both locked up and alone. I’m not sure about anything. Except that I don’t need to be behind bars to still be in prison. Nikolas: Prisons are of our own making. I mean, you are assuming a lot about rory and trina’s relationship. I know when there’s no hope. Do you remember that book you used to read with your grandmother, the one about the baby birds? Yeah, the nest was always in danger from, you know, the wind or the — was it a woodcutter? You could not get enough of it. You loved how the mother and the siblings saved that baby bird again and again. You remember that little bird’s name? Mnh-mnh. It’s hope. Mm. And the mama bird kept saying — “hold on to hope.” That’s right. That’s kid stuff. I think it’s a lesson for everyone, no matter what age. Sometimes hope is all we have in this world.

Well, enjoy the restof your stay in port charles. Yeah, the metro court is a five-star hotel. I could get used to this. Well, order anything you want. Just go ahead and put it on my tab, okay? Okay. I might just stay and order one of those fancy cocktails I saw on the menu. Oh, you do that. Thanks again for coming. Nina claims things would have been different had she and nelle known they were mother and daughter. That’s not true. Nelle was a sociopath. Knowing nina was her mother would not have made her any better. Hi. Hey. I didn’t expect to see you two here. Uh, yeah. Willow invited me to a private family dinner. Oh. Well, then, I mean, I don’t want to intrude, but I-I do have an update on the search for your mother. I’d love to hear it. That’s my cue to get out of here. Carly, please stay. No, no, no, no, no. This is private. You guys should talk about this, and I’ll be back. Okay. Thanks.

[ Breathes deeply ] What did you find out? The police won’t find esme on spoon island. How do you know? Uh… I’ve been spending a lot of time over there at wyndemere with nikolas. And here I thought we were taking it slow. Oh, you are good, elizabeth. You are very good. Let me ask you something. When were you planning on telling me? Or were you just gonna wait till you started to show? I know you don’t want to hear this. I never wanted to deceive you. The other day, when you ran out of my office, you didn’t want to talk about our relationship. Was that — was that him who called? He needed me. And I didn’t? What an absolute fool I’ve been. I realize now you were trying to let me down easy when you said you wouldn’t blame me if I broke up with you. God, finn, you deserve so much better.

[ Laughs ] That’s rich. My hope gets me through the darkest of times. Your hope that ava will forgive you? My hope that you will. I’m going to bed. Spencer, wait. Hey, I-I’ve made mistakes, alright? And while I keep trying not to, I keep making them. And I can’t give you advice on romantic relationships. And there are not many areas that I can counsel you in. Then don’T. But there’s one quality that has served me throughout my life. And I see it inside of you, too. The propensity for alienating those we love? Persistence. Neither of us like to be denied. So we’re both prideful? No, it’s — it’s — it’s more than that. It’s what made me forgive you when — when I found out that you were ava’s stalker or what kept me visiting you in spring ridge, even though you told me you wanted no part of me or what drove me to pentonville even though I knew that you would reject me. Whatever you do with trina, that’s up to you. But neither of us give up on the people that we love. And I can tell that you love trina. I know you’re worried about making a mistake. But I can’t tell you what to do. Just listen to that little voice inside your heart. The problem is, all this background noise is drowning out my little voice. But it’s there, honey. I know it’s there. And whatever you choose, whether it’s to stay with rory or try with spencer or go it alone, just know that I am always right here to support you, okay? Ohh. What about you, ava? What is your little voice telling you about nikolas?

[ Sighs ] My voice is really loud and really clear. The question is, will I listen to it? Is esme dead? No. I’ve seen her since.

[ Breathes shakily ] But it’s the last we had contact. Well, maybe she’s just lying low because the police suspect her of those hook attacks. If esme can’t at least send word, it’s because she’s unable to. And it’s not because she’s the hook killer. Well, of course she’s not. If the police had any imagination, they’d know that. But what do you think did happen? The last time she was here, she said she had business to take care of. What business would she have in port charles? I don’t know, but I suspect it has to do with the cassadines. The invader reported that the last she was seen was on pier 55. Which is where you take the launch to — to spoon island, yes. Oh, god. Why would she go back to a house full of people that wanted to kill her? Maybe to retrieve something that she needed. Personal items, maybe money. I swear, if they harm one hair on her head, I will make them pay. No,

we will make them pay.

We? Lover, you’re stuck in that chair. People tend to underestimate me.

When I walk out of here, you never… have to talk to me again. And I know I don’t have a right to ask, but I need something from you. What could you possibly ask of me? I know I don’t deserve your consideration, but my boys don’t know about the pregnancy. And I’d just really appreciate it if you didn’t tell anyone. Elizabeth, I would never do anything to hurt your boys. Ava: Trina, just listen

to your heart.

It doesn’t matter

what I think

or your parents think

or anybody else.

[ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone chimes ] I don’t need that drink anymore. Good news? “Hold on to hope.” Daddy, I need your help. I am out of ideas.

[ Door opens ] It’s not much. I can’t tell you how much this means to me. Enough that you’ll stop crying? Only for you.

[ Both chuckle ] You know, it’s not bad, considering. I can be resourceful. Have a good night, esme. Well, ace, we asked your grandfather to show us the way, and as usual, he delivered.

[ Laughs ] I’d forgotten. You’re the master of shock and awe. What else can you still do? Care to find out? Hell yes. But… we’ve got to focus on esme. We have to find out what happened to esme and punish those responsible. I just, uh, met with someone who knew harmony on the commune when — when harmony unofficially adopted you. Did you find out more about my biological mother’s identity? I did. Why the hesitation? Well, I sh– I should verify the information first. Ugh, I-I can’t wait that long. I have to know what your source said. I’m sorry, willow, it’s — it’s not great news. Ms. Makenzie? Like I said last night, call me denise. Okay. You can call me carly. How’d your conversation with drew go? Exactly as you wanted it to.

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At the Quartermaine gatehouse, Michael told Willow that he thought that people should know about her diagnosis, but Willow stubbornly argued that she wanted to do things her way. Michael reminded her that she had just fainted, but she blamed the whole thing on Nina. She went even further to blame Sonny for supporting Nina because she knew this would distract Michael. Willow thought that Michael’s anger with Sonny was only hurting him. Michael insisted that his primary focus was on Willow and helping her to fight her cancer, but Willow believed otherwise.

At Dex’s place, Dex told Josslyn that he had been trying to do the right thing, and she told him she wanted honesty. He grabbed her and began to kiss her until they were interrupted by a knock at the door. It was Sonny, who called out that he knew that Dex was home. Joss and Dex tried to come up with a plan, and finally Joss hid and Dex opened the door. Sonny barged in and Dex said that he was in the middle of something. He suggested that he and Sonny meet at Sonny’s office instead, which only made Sonny want to know what was going on there at his apartment.  “Why do you want to get rid of me?”  Sonny said.

As Josslyn hid, Sonny interrogated Dex about everything that had happened after he was shot. Sonny suspected that Dex was hiding something. Dex tried to explain that he had located a secure spot on the Quartermaine grounds where someone had taken care of him. He refused to divulge the person’s name, but Sonny insisted that he tell him. Before Sonny could press Dex anymore, Josslyn emerged and said, “It was me.”  She told Sonny it had been her who had helped Dex but pointedly did not say where she had found Dex. Sonny was less than pleased that Josslyn had become involved in what could be a criminal matter. Dex asked her to go, but Josslyn went off on Sonny before leaving. She told Sonny that he was a pathetic person for completely disregarding Dex’s health because he was too focused on whether a trail of evidence could lead back to him.  She didn’t understand why Dex remained loyal to Sonny when the last thing Sonny would do was exercise any loyalty to Dex in return.  Sonny offered to take her home but she refused.

After Josslyn had gone, Sonny was livid. Dex stated that he hadn’t planned to run into Josslyn on the evening of the prison transport, but she had found him on the grounds of the boathouse. He added that later, she had taken him to her dorm. “Big mistake, Dex,” Sonny yelled. Dex insisted that he would never have involved Josslyn had he been in his right mind.  Sonny asked if he was delirious and Dex replied that he had been shot so he definitely was delirious and in shock.

Sonny said that he had come there to offer Dex a job which would be a significant promotion in his organization.  But, Sonny wondered if he had made a mistake thinking that Dex was ready for it. He outlined the possibility of his facilities being used for unofficial exports. Dex replied that he was up for it.  Sonny implied this would be Dex’s last chance to prove himself and said there was “no more room for mistakes.”

Shortly after, Michael showed up, and Dex revealed that Sonny had just been there. Michael offered an envelope to Dex that he said was his severance pay and Michael asked Dex how quickly he could pack and leave town. Dex told him about the upcoming illegal activity that would be occurring in Sonny’s facilities. Dex maintained that there would never be a better opportunity to take Sonny down than the upcoming shipments that would be moving through Port Charles.

Robert stared at a photo of himself and Holly as he sat in his office. There was a knock at the door, it was Olivia.  She said she wanted to check in on him and offer her sympathies for Holly being ripped out of his life again right after he she had reemerged after years. Robert divulged that Holly had a long road ahead of her in recovery, but she would pull through. Olivia was more concerned that Holly had betrayed Robert. Olivia didn’t think that Robert would ever be able to trust Holly again and Robert admitted he had some very difficult decisions ahead.

As Cody stepped off the elevator at General Hospital, he received a message that Mac wanted to see him at the Metro Court bar. Nearby, Britt and Austin were speaking about her birthday party that she was planning for herself because she had never had one. Cody asked if he would be invited. Britt glared at him and sarcastically suggested that he concentrating on playing the field. The two argued, and finally, Britt told him they had no future and she walked away with Austin.

Heading into Britt’s office, Austin wanted to know what had just happened, but Britt didn’t want to discuss it. She said that she wanted her party to be on the Haunted Star because she didn’t know how many birthdays she had left. Austin pointed out that this would not be Britt’s last birthday, and she told him that she was so angry about her condition. She fumed that she had the curse of being Faison’s daughter had also brought her this disease. Britt said that she didn’t fear death but that she did fear “being a burden” to others.

Austin accepted Britt’s invite for himself and said that Maxie would be his plus one for Britt’s party.  Britt explained that she would be leaving Port Charles right after the party in order to protect her privacy. Austin mentioned the exchange with Cody but Britt refused to speak about it.  She said that she was sparing people having to deal with a condition that would rob her of her ability to care for herself in a matter of years, possibly even months.  Austin said she actually wasn’t sparing people, she was being selfish.  Britt was furious with his choice of words and Austin quickly backpedaled.  Austin said that he shouldn’t have used the word “selfish,” that was too harsh.  He said that she was being too proud.  He told about his own father, who had avoided conversations that were uncomfortable, and then by the time he was ready to broach the subject, it was too late.  He said that Britt was making decisions for people in her life that they should be allowed to make for themselves.  He then joked about what the dress code would be to lighten the moment which had gotten extremely heavy.  Britt playfully joked back and told Austin to have Maxie pick out his outfit.

Drew stopped at Carly’s house to let her know that one of his contacts had found a friend of Harmony’s from the Peace and Love Commune, a female firefighter named Denise McKenzie.  He hoped she would be able to fill in some of the dots on how Harmony had “adopted” Willow. Carly hoped that Drew wouldn’t be disappointed, but she stopped him from calling Willow to give her the news. Carly told Drew about Willow’s fainting and suggested that he talk to Denise first. He mentioned how so many people had lied to Willow in the past. Carly was distracted as she realized she was one of those people as well, and she told Drew about Nina’s spreading the lies about Carly having an affair with Brick. She admitted that it had been the reason for her telling Sonny about her and Drew. As they shared a kiss, Josslyn walked in, and she recalled Dex’s kiss in her mind. Carly said she was looking forward to when she no longer had to hide kissing Drew. “I hear ya,” Josslyn replied, thinking of her feelings for Dex, which she also has to keep on the down-low.

Later, after Drew and Josslyn had left, Carly phoned Olivia to ask for a favor. She wanted to know immediately when Denise McKenzie checked into the Metro Court.

Mac, Felicia, and Laura sat at a table at the Metro Court. restaurant. Mac suspected that Robert was brooding in his office. Valentin stopped, and Laura informed him that Holly was “holding her own.” Mac accused the Cassadine family of being behind all that had transpired, especially where the Ice Princess was concerned. “Where there’s trouble, there’s Victor,” Mac said.

Valentin told Mac not to assume where Valentin’s loyalties lie, but Mac warned him not to be too close because Victor would be going down. Felicia and Laura exchanged glances. Mac left, and Valentin sat down. Laura noted that Robert had suspected Holly of passing information to Victor because no one had been able to reach Ethan. Valentin thought that he could help, but Felicia quickly shouted out for him not to do that. She stated that everything was not as it seemed, and she suggested that Laura talk to Robert. Laura invited Valentin to get in touch with her for dinner, and she left.

Valentin thought that his contacts could help in locating Ethan. Felicia admitted that Lucy was also a hostage of Victor’s after Valentin guessed, and she told him what had been suspected of happening at the pier the day that Lucy had disappeared. Valentin demanded to know where Anna was, as she needed to know. Felicia wrote down a name on a piece of paper and handed it to Valentin. She told him that the person would know how to get in touch with Anna. Valentin opened the paper, and his eyes widened. He ripped the paper and dunked it into his drink. Felicia told him it wouldn’t be easy.

Nearby, Mac met with Cody at the bar and bought him a drink. Mac divulged that the necklace was missing and presumed destroyed in the fire. Cody couldn’t believe that he’d lost another inheritance, and he told Mac a story about breaking in a wild mustang before getting tossed onto the ground with both a broken wrist and pride. He said that he was back to having nothing, and he wondered about always making wrong choices. Mac told him that money wasn’t everything, and Cody was not the same man as his father, whose only good had been to provide Cody with an inheritance.

Cody was about to say something, but Felicia interrupted and said that she wanted to leave. Cody remarked that the DNA test result had been his loss. “Ours, too,” Mac replied.

As Robert sat and stared at the necklace in his office, there was another knock on his door. It was Laura.  She told Robert that Victor had to be brought down and they needed to redouble their efforts.

Drew visited with Willow to make certain that she was behind him one hundred percent in his search for her family. He hoped he wouldn’t disappoint her. Willow confirmed that she wanted the answers and was 100% in support of his efforts.

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Sonny and Nina spoke on the phone and Nina told him how Donna was doing as she was clearly playing babysitter. Sonny said  they could discuss his day when he got home. Nina tells Sonny that Donna is having an early dinner in the kitchen, but that she had ordered a gourmet dinner for two from the Metro Court for them to enjoy.

At that moment, the doorbell rang and Nina announced that the catering guys were early, she opened the door to reveal Josslyn standing there.  Josslyn was none to happy to see Nina and said that she didn’t believe that Nina was supposed to be around Donna at all.  Nina took pleasure in telling Josslyn that she was operating off of dated information.  Sonny and Carly had spoken and they had come to a new understanding.  Josslyn said that she would be sure to verify this with her mother as soon as she made it home.  She told Nina she would wait for Donna to finish dinner but then she would be leaving.

Nina told Josslyn about the drama at Willow’s house. Josslyn instantly blamed Nina for the whole sordid affair and said that “only Nina would pick an argument with a pregnant woman.”  Nina denied picking a fight with Willow and she added that she and Carly had put aside their differences to revive Willow and to talk about what was in her best interests.  Nina said that if she and Carly could put aside their differences that she didn’t understand why she and Josslyn could not do the same. Josslyn refused to even discuss the subject.  When Nina asked Josslyn how Cameron was doing, Josslyn flashed back to a moment with Dex, when she finally came out of it, she screamed at Nina that she was nothing like her.

At Pozzulo’s, Dex walked in to Sonny’s office.  Sonny asked Dex what was more important to him, working for him or spending time with Josslyn. Dex looked floored.

At the Port Charles Grille, it was difficult for Spencer to hear Rory proclaiming his love for Trina.  But, he then gives her a box of perfume called L’Amor. But Trina’s eyes were all on Spencer as she couldn’t believe he was even there, as he stood behind Rory. He explained that he used his Cassadine connections to get out of jail early and then sat down with Trina as soon as Rory got a call from Jordan and left the table.

Spencer sits down at the table and asks Trina if they can start over, and Trina could not say yes. Instead, she went on and on about how it’s not possible for them anymore. Spencer sadly had to say he guessed what happened between them in the past had consequences. Trina then tried to backtrack and tell him he misunderstood what was going on with Rory.  

Later, a rejected Spencer tried to throw out the two turtle doves, but Victor kept them for safekeeping.

Finn told Elizabeth that he was sure that Esme was on Spoon Island and Nikolas was definitely hiding something. Why else would Esme have been on the pier with the launch the night Liz tried to go there? Liz was stunned to hear that Finn even made his way to Wyndemere to look for Esme, but she was relieved that Nikolas managed to cover up their elaborate ruse.

Liz tried to talk Finn out of going back to Spoon Island, so he tried to drag Elizabeth to see Jordan instead so they could tell the commissioner his suspicions. When he went back into his office to get what Liz left there, he noticed the bottle she was carrying was prenatal vitamins — the same ones he saw at Wyndemere. Finn then asked Elizabeth if she was pregnant.

Over at Spring Ridge, Heather and Ryan caught up, and we learned that they met one night in the woods when Heather saw this handsome man chopping down wood with an ax. They called themselves Hazel and Richard and had a glorious time in this cabin many years ago. Heather told Ryan that she knew he was faking the catatonic state, so he came clean and just started talking, telling her she left him with no word and broke his heart.

Heather then slapped him across the face for setting her son Franco up to take the fall for his last round of serial killings but mentioned how they made a good team, and she owes him one. Ryan said she owes him two because he later learned that Hazel was pregnant when she left Richie all those years ago. Heather looked like she had seen a ghost. 

In his office, Sonny gave Dex a whole speech about how he started off in the mob business.  He told Dex that when he first got in the business he was ordered to take care of someone and he was arrogant, naive and sloppy and he left a trail that could have easily been traced back to him or to his boss.  Dex wanted to know how he was able to continue after that situation.  Sonny said that he had a guardian angel and Dex said that he was lucky.  Sonny snapped, “luck will only get you so far.”  Dex told Sonny that he was smart and a fast learner and could adapt quickly.  Sonny told him he believed that was true. But, he cautioned Dex as he opened his desk drawer to reveal a new gun. You have to know when to keep the safety on a gun or when to take it off. He then handed Dex the shiny, new gun and told Dex that he would be accompanying him to a meeting. It turned out this meeting was with Nina at his place for dinner, but when Dex saw Joss there, he tried to get out of staying. He quickly asked Sonny if he could skip dinner because he wasn’t really that hungry.  Sonny said that was fine and Dex left.  

Sonny then asked Nina if Josslyn had been at the penthouse long and she said they had been talking for a while.  Sonny said that he didn’t see any broken glass so he was curious what they had been talking about.  Nina laughed and said that Josslyn clearly had other things on her mind.

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Josslyn goes to Sonny’s place to pick up Donna and finds Nina. Nina hopes to put her differences aside with Josslyn and apologizes once again for keeping Sonny from his family when she found him in Nixon Falls. Nina explains to Josslyn that because she fell in love with Sonny even though she knew it was wrong, because she knew he was married and that love led her to keep the truth from Sonny’s family. Josslyn remembers kissing Dex even though she hasn’t broken up with Cameron yet.

Sonny tells Dex that if he wants to continue working for him he can’t be involved with Josslynn. Dex tells Sonny that Josslyn only helped him while he was injured…they are not involved romantically. Sonny gives Dex a gun and takes him along to a meeting with the company that wants to move guns through Port Charles so Dex can provide security for him.

Finn tells Elizabeth he wants to call Jordan because he thinks Nikolas is hiding Esme at Wyndamere. Finn and Elizabeth are on the way to his office to call Jordan when Finn goes back inside the empty patient room where they were talking because Elizabeth forgot a bottle of pre-natal vitamins. Finn remembers he saw a bottle of the same brand of pre-natal vitamins at Wyndamere. Finn asks Elizabeth if she is pregnant.

Spencer asks Trina if they can start their relationship over again. Trina tells Spencer that a public restaurant isn’t the place to talk about this and she makes it clear to Spencer that she is with Rory now.

Heather reminds Ryan of their steamy love affair when she found him in a cabin in the woods many years ago while she was on a hike. Ryan and Heather knew each other as Richard and Hazel when they had their romance. Ryan is upset with Heather because she left him without saying goodbye and because he found out later that Heather was pregnant when she left him.

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In Ireland, Anna and Valentin are reunited at an acquaintance’s house where Anna is staying.  Valentine arrives and calls out for Tiffany.  “Tiffany are you here?”  The second time he asks Anna says hello stranger and slides her hand down the back of his neck.  The moment is ruined quickly when Anna and Valentin answer the door to find Martin. He admits hacking into Valentin’s personal information in the hopes that he would lead him to Lucy’s killer. Anna again insists that she did not kill Lucy. Martin finally admits that he is beginning to believe her. He assumes that they are looking for the real killer and he wants to help them in any way he can.

There’s another firm knock at the door and someone screams, “U.S. Marshals, open up!”  Agent Whitten stands at the front door, he has followed Martin to Ireland.

Martin answers the door, and Whitten barges in without a warrant and demands to know where Anna is. Martin has no idea, so Whitten asks what he’s doing here. Martin explains he came here to be alone and grieve Lucy’s passing. Whitten demands his agents search the house. Martin tells them no one is searching anything until he sees a warrant. When he finds out they have no warrant, he suggests they wait outside because he didn’t give them permission to enter. The agents leave, but Whitten stays and tells Martin that standing in his way is a bad move, and orders him to tell him where Anna is. He places his hand on his gun, and Martin scoffs that he can’t shoot an unarmed man. Valentin appears and tells Whitten to stop, and that Martin followed him knowing he was looking for Anna, but she’s not here. Whitten refuses to believe that. At that point, Anna puts a gun to Whitten’s back and orders him to take his hand off his gun.

Whitten says they won’t get away with this. Anna disagrees and knocks the agent out with a blow to his head. Later, Martin calls for help, and the other agents burst in, and Martin explains Whitten just collapsed. Meanwhile, Valentin and Anna escape thanks to Martin’s diversion. Back at the house, Whitten regains consciousness and demands Martin be arrested.

At Wyndemere, Victor thinks with Spencer home the Cassadine’s should host a huge Christmas dinner to celebrate.  Spencer asks Victor to wait with the large scale plans because his father has even said whether or not he wants him there.  Nikolas says that in fact he is not ready for Spencer to live there with him at Wyndemere.  He says that their relationship is too volatile and that they can’t be in the same room without Spencer going for his throat. Nikolas explains his long term goal is to save their relationship, and they must maintain some distance for the time being. Victor reminds Nikolas that he has to watch over Spencer per his release conditions, so Nikolas says Victor will have to leave too. He suggests they get a room at the Metro Court. Victor calms Spencer down and suggests they go to the Port Charles Grill for dinner. Victor and Spencer leave, and Nikolas clears a table in the hallway of its contents, smashing everything to the floor and screams, “Damn you, Esme!”

At the Port Charles Grill, Rory and Trina enjoy a three-month anniversary dinner. He asks her about her work at the museum, and she tells him about a new exhibit she’s working on. She asks what he’s doing on Christmas. He has to work in the morning and spends the afternoon with his family. He asks if she’d like to come with him. She’s a bit surprised that he wants her to meet his parents, but she agrees.

Dessert eventually arrives and they share it. Trina tells Rory that he makes her feel so special. Rory tells her she is exceptional, and that he loves her. Trina looks shocked, as does Spencer who has just entered the restaurant and heard Rory confess his love for Trina.

At Spring Ridge, Jordan and Ava, question Ryan. Jordan is curious about what Esme said to him when she visited him into his room at General Hospital. Ryan communicates through blinking, the letter board and his caretaker that they were close, and she was worried about him. When asked if Esme is capable of murder, Ryan answers yes.

Jordan shows him the letter the Hook killer penned to the paper and asks if Esme could have written it. He says no. Ryan explains the killer wrote the letter, but it’s not Esme. The killer used the words me and mine, and Ryan says that Esme has no one. Ryan also wonders why Ava is wearing her wedding ring when it’s obvious she and Nikolas are over. Ava asks how he knows that. The caretaker explains Ryan follows the news and gossip columns. Ryan wants Ava to come back to him. Ava tells Ryan that her marriage is none of his business.

Sonny visits Heather and asks her what she knows about Dex.  Heather describes Dex down to the last detail and says if she saw him again she could easily point him out.  “That’s unfortunate,” Sonny says. Sonny tells Heather that Sonny tells Heather it would be wise for her to forget everything she knows. He threatens her and tells her that even in minimum security prisons horrible things can happen. He tells her to take care of herself as he leaves her cell.  

Later, Sonny joins Jordan and Ava, in the common room as they question Ryan.  Ava tells Sonny she is participating with the PCPD to try and profile the Hook killer.  Sonny asks Jordan if she believes that Esme is the killer.  Jordan, who had once been operating under the theory that Esme was the principal suspect now doesn’t seem so sure.

Sonny notices that Ava seems jumpy and before he leaves he tells Ava that if she is going to participate with the PCPD to draw up this profile, she needs to find a way to keep Ryan out of her head. Ava confesses it’s not just that, she tells Sonny that she and Nikolas are having problems.  Sonny tells Ava she needs to ditch Nikolas for good.  Sonny says he is nothing but bad news.  He then leaves her to think about what he has said.  

Later, back in his cell, Ryan is visited by Heather, who refers to him as “lover.”

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Martin arrives before Valentin and Anna leave and Anna tells him that Lucy is alive and she and Valentin are on their way to find her but they must leave before the U.S Marshalls find her. The U.S Marshalls arrive and Martin distracts them for a little while but Valentin must hit them over the head with a gun so he and Anna can get away in Martin’s car. Martin stays behind to distract the other U.S Marshalls.

Jordan questions Ryan with help from his nurse to interpret his blinking. Ava is also present to help give Ryan incentive to cooperate with Jordan Ryan tells Jordan that the letter published in The Invader is from the hook attacker but the killer isn’t Esme because she doesn’t have any family and the killer used the words “me and mine” in the letter.

Sonny goes to visit Heather who is at Spring Ridge to tell her not to give the police a description of the guard who was driving the van that was supposed to transport her and Anna because, if she does talk to the police, she could suffer, an accident. Heather promises Sonny she won’t say a word to the police.

Nikolas tells Spencer and Victor that they must both stay at the Metro Court because he and Spencer are not ready to live together yet Rory takes Trina to the Port Charles Grill where, after they have dinner, Rory tells Trina he loves her but Trina is distracted when she sees Spencer walk into the restaurant with his Uncle Victor.

Finn tells Elizabeth that he loves her and he wants a future with her. Elizabeth tells Finn she wants a future with him too but she gets worried when Finn tells her that he went to Spoon Island to talk to Nikolas about Esme. Heather wears a doctor’s coat and sneaks into Ryan’s room and says “Hello lover.”

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Felicia finds a code inside the diamonds of the necklace and Robert and Laura set out to decipher the coded message so they can figure out Victor’s plan.

Valentin finds Anna in Ireland and they decide to look for Lucy together. Valentin gets a call from Felicia who tells him that the U.S Marshall has a lead on Anna so they must leave quickly.

Victor gets Spencer out of Pentonville on supervised release so Spencer moves into Wyndamere, and Nikolas worries that he will discover Esme. Nikolas tells Finn that Esme isn’t on Spoon Island, but Finn thinks Nikolas is lying to him.

Jeff tells Elizabeth he is sorry for everything he put her through just so he wouldn’t have to take responsibility for his affair. Jeff hopes that Elizabeth will let him be a part of her life some day. Elizabeth doesn’t think that will be possible because he has caused her too much pain.

Britt rents out The Haunted Star for her New Year’s Eve birthday bash but only Austin knows she is leaving town after the party so that her friends and family will not see her when her illness gets worse.

Cody tells Adam and Dante he is leaving town today.

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At General Hospital, Portia informed Stella that everything looked good on her annual checkup. Marshall was with Stella, and Portia took the opportunity to ask (in front of Stella) if he had given more thought to genetic counseling. Marshall tried to reassure Portia that he didn’t need a reevaluation and that he was at peace. Marshall politely asked Portia to respect his wishes.  Stella too agreed that Portia should respect Marshall’s privacy.

In Jordan’s office at the PCPD, Curtis hand delivered an invitation to his and Portia’s wedding. Curtis grew angry when Jordan said she couldn’t “protect” Curtis’ family.  A poor choice of words from Jordan because it left Curtis believing she was speaking about the Hook killer and Trina, when she was actually speaking of Trina’s true paternity.  Curtis yelled at Jordan, and he accused her of keeping secrets from him again. Rory entered to provide Jordan with reports, including one for her to sign off on which detailed police plans for the city on Christmas Eve. A furious Curtis left as Jordan would not give him any details on what she had meant by her comments. On Curtis’ way out, he told Jordan not to forget to RSVP to the wedding. Later, Jordan stared at the invitation for a long time before she eventually used a pen to check the box marked “regretfully declines.”

At Rice Plaza, Ava took Trina shopping. Rory appeared, and Ava left them alone for a moment. Rory asked Trina to go with him to a nice dinner for their three-month anniversary, which Trina seemed to have forgotten.

Trina thanked Rory for having always believed in her innocence, and they finalized plans for dinner. Rory left, and Ava and Trina picked up their conversation where they had left off. Ava asked Trina to tell her what was on her mind, and Trina admitted that she hadn’t been able to stop thinking about Spencer. Ava remarked that Spencer was still weeks away from being released from Pentonville and that Trina could use that time to prioritize and take stock of her life and what she wanted from it. Ava said she envied Trina. Ava said that having a man who worked an honest job was a blessing.  She added that complicated men create nothing but chaos. Ava thought it was best if she and Trina avoided those kinds of men altogether. The two parted ways.

Also at Rice Plaza, Eileen had whispered to Victor that the necklace had been destroyed. Victor reminded Eileen that her primary function was to keep Laura distracted, and Eileen replied that she had pulled the necessary strings.

Victor walked away, and struck up a conversation with Ava. The two talked about love, and Ava accused Victor of having never experienced true love. Victor said that when Ava was free from Nikolas, perhaps there would be hope for Victor and Ava. Ava pointedly reminded Victor that her marriage to Nikolas wasn’t over, and she asked what Victor would use to hold over Nikolas’ head, since Esme was still alive. Victor remarked that he wouldn’t need to coerce Nikolas into a divorce because Nikolas was already showing signs of moving on.

At Pentonville, Cyrus noted that Spencer had kept his distance since Victor’s visit. Spencer naively said that Cyrus had been out of line for having suggested that Victor was responsible for the attempt on Laura and Martin’s lives, and he defended Victor.

Cyrus hoped that his friendship with Spencer would continue after Spencer was released. Cyrus then produced a ring-sized box, and slid it across the table. Spencer said that he was uncomfortable taking a gift from Cyrus, who revealed that the gift was for Trina. It was a pair of white, turtle doves.

Spencer said that Trina would love them. However, he thought that he had caused Trina enough pain and had decided to stay away from Trina forever. Cyrus encouraged Spencer to take the gift and for Spencer to follow his heart. Just then, Victor entered the room, and he scowled at Cyrus. Cyrus started to leave, but Victor asked him to stay to hear what he had to say. “I have some news about my great-nephew’s future,” Victor exclaimed.

Elsewhere at Rice Plaza, Alexis tried to get Finn to open up to her about where things stood between him and Elizabeth. Finn informed Alexis that the man Reiko had an affair with had been Elizabeth’s father.  Alexis asked Finn to tell her more and asked where that left Finn and Elizabeth.  But, Finn did not answer her inquiries.

Their talk then turned to Alexis’ coverage of the Hook killer, and Alexis said that while it was not at all abnormal for Elizabeth to be on the pier waiting for a launch to Wyndemere, she couldn’t understand why Esme had been spotted there.  She wondered aloud what Esme had been doing there and why she hadn’t been seen since.  Finn said that he knew there was a history between Elizabeth and Nikolas and that Elizabeth trusted him.  But, Finn made it clear that he did not trust him and couldn’t stand the fact that Elizabeth did.

At Wyndemere, Nikolas had phoned Elizabeth to check on Esme. Elizabeth was worried when she found Esme “unconscious” on the bed after learning that Esme’s prenatal vitamins had all disappeared. Elizabeth and Nikolas thought that Esme might have swallowed the entire bottle of vitamins, and Elizabeth said that if that were true, Esme’s stomach would need to be pumped. Esme jumped up, and screamed at Elizabeth to stay away from her.

Esme said she had thrown the bottle of vitamins away, but not before she had taken one. Elizabeth took that as a sign that Esme cared about the baby. Esme swore that she wasn’t the Hook killer, and she told Elizabeth to ask Nikolas what had really happened on the night Esme had gone over the parapet. Esme implored Elizabeth to ask how Ava was involved as well. 

Elizabeth wanted to know what she meant but Nikolas convinced her to return to General Hospital to get more prenatal vitamins.  Nikolas assured Elizabeth he would explain everything later.  Elizabeth left and Nikolas glared at Esme.  “That was a mistake.”

Nikolas wanted to know what Esme wanted.  Esme said that she wanted a Christmas tree, a real one, and that she wanted to pick it out from the Spoon Island grounds.  Nikolas scoffed and left the room, coldly. Once downstairs, Nikolas heard a knock at the door. Nikolas opened the door. Finn was there waiting.

At Spring Ridge, Heather was stunned that Jeff had come to visit her. Jeff told Heather to stay away from his family, and he mentioned Heather’s run-in with Cameron at Kelly’s. Heather said that Jeff didn’t care about his family, and never had.

Just then, Ryan was wheeled into the room. Jeff glanced at Ryan, and he asked if Ryan was who Jeff thought he was. “The one and only,” Heather remarked. Jeff again warned Heather to stay clear of his family, and he started to leave when Heather reached for his hand. Jeff seemed repulsed by Heather and left.

After Jeff left, Heather approached Ryan. “If you could speak, I imagine we’d have quite a lot to discuss,” Heather told Ryan, who blinked his eyes once in response. After Heather walked away, Ryan made a fist.

 

 

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GH Short Recaps Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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Elizabeth once again catches Esame pretending that she took a whole bottle of prenatal vitamin. Esme tells Elizabeth that Ava had something to do with her fall off the parapet and her attempted murder. Nikolas stops Esme from saying anymore but Esame is hopeful that Elizabeth will figure out that Ava tried to kill her and go to the police and tell them that Nikolas is holding her hostage. Nikolas is confident that Elizabeth will be loyal to him and not go to the police.

Rory asks Trina out on a date to celebrate their three-month anniversary of them becoming an official couple. Trina can’t stop thinking about Spencer.

Ava advises Trina that complicated men cause trouble it is best to stick with a reliable man.

Cyrus tells Spencer not to trust Victor and gives him a gift to give to Trina. Victor arrives at Pentonville with news about Spencer’s future.

Curtis is upset that Jordan won’t give him information about the hook attacker investigation, so he asks Alexis to help him catch a killer.

Marshall once again tells Portia he doesn’t want to get genetic counseling.

Jeff goes to visit Heather and tells her to stay away from his family. Ryan rolls up in his wheelchair before Jeff leaves and, once Jeff is gone. Heather tells Ryan that if he could talk, she thinks he would have a lot to say to her.

Esme asks Nikolas to let her go out and pick her own Christmas tree to decorate the storage room. Esme plans to use this as a way to escape.

Finn talks to Alexis and, after they talk, Finn goes to Wyndermere to talk to Nikolas.

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GH Transcript Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[ Knock on door ] Curtis, what can I do for you? You can check the “joyfully accepts” box. I came to invite you to our wedding. And how did your follow-up go? Oh, just like all the others. I still don’t understand why I have to be poked and prodded on every few months. Can’t they see I’m my old self again? Well, who you calling old? You left your purse in the exam room. I didn’t leave it. I just wanted to give you something to do. And you are the man that I wanted to talk to. Oh? Yes. Have you given any thought to what we discussed on thanksgiving?

[ Sighs ] Oh, what did I miss? Nothing. Let’s go. Wa-uh-uh-uh — no, no, no. I’m not going anywhere. And somebody better start talking right now. Well, I suggested that marshall might want to get genetic counseling.

[ Clears throat ] Thank you so much for convincing curtis to let me off of house arrest so I can come out with you. You are not under house arrest. I mean, it sure feels that way sometimes.

[ Sighs ] Curtis just wants to keep you safe. We all do. But it’s broad daylight, we’re in a public place. I happen to have a gun in my purse.

[ Whispers ] Ava. I do. I have a permit. I know how to use it.

[ Chuckles ] But enough about security, though. Okay, let’s get into the holiday spirit. Let’s see. Oh, this! This should be my new look, I think. What do you think? I — is that good? Yeah, I think avery thinks so.

[ Laughs ] How many gifts have you gotten her? Eh, probably too many. But I love it. I love spoiling my little girl. This is nice, isn’t it? Spending time together. I miss seeing you every day at the gallery. Not any more than I miss you. Oh, but look, I have, um, some competition. Somebody else who covets your time and attention. You wouldn’t know it inside these walls, but out there, is christmastime, with all the magic and merriment it entails. If you say so. You know, spencer, it’s, uh, not lost on me that you’ve been keeping your distance ever since your great uncle’s visit. How perceptive. Would you like a prize? What I’d like is some common sense on your part. Tell me you’ve realized which side of your family you can trust. Happy holidays, mr. Cassadine. You have something for me? My intel confirms that holly sutton has a long recovery ahead. And the necklace? The authorities still believe it was destroyed in the fire. Unacceptable. Johnny, I thought you said I had a visitor. Hello, heather. Long time, no see. Hello, friend. Hey, what do you think? Yay or nay for violet’s stocking? No. Yay! Yay? Look at you, all christmassy. Used to be all “bah humbuggy.” Yeah, that’s before violet changed everything. For the better. That’s what kids do. It’s also what significant others do. Subtle. Very subtle. What do you think? Too blingy? I think you’re too blingy. Is that your way of ignoring my advice that I gave you? That you should talk to elizabeth? Nikolas: Thank you for coming so quickly. Is esme faking again? I don’t think so, but you’re the professional. Nikolas: What’s wrong with her? Has she been given any meds? Uh, just the prenatal vitamins that you brought her. Can I see them? Uh, yeah. Those were supposed to last a month. Are you suggesting that she took all of these?

[ Groaning softly ] You don’t need to get that personal. And tj is al we discussed you — you really didn’t have to include me. Well, we wanted to. We discussed it, and it just feels right having you there. Why? Because you’re important to me. And you’re tj’s mother, and tj is always going to be like family, which makes you family. And you know I throw a mean party. You always have.

[ Chuckles ] And hopefully… you will have caught the hook killer by then. And everyone in port charles can breathe easy. You sound confident. Well, after that recent article in the invader, it’s only a matter of time now. Right? Not necessarily. Alexis and her paper may have hurt our investigation, not helped it. Can you overdose on vitamins? You can overdose on pretty much anything. We need to pump her stomach immediately. Are you insane? You know, this little routine of yours is getting pretty old. If I were you, I’d try some new material. You didn’t really believe that we would fall for another fake-out?

[ Chuckles ] But you did. And you even called up your, uh, trusty florence nightingale, here. Yeah, okay. Well, excuse me for caring about my child.

Our child. And you. Were you seriously gonna pump my stomach to force me to come clean? If I had to. But I knew it wouldn’t get that far. You are sick. Look who’s talking. So you didn’t take all of those pills? I took one. Threw the rest away. Thank god. Wait, you actually took a prenatal vitamin? You said it was good for the development or whatever. Oh, don’t look now, but nikolas might not be the only one who cares about this baby. I appreciate all the help you’ve given me. But you were out of line suggesting that my uncle victor tried to kill my grandmother. That’s just — no. You would be wise not to put your faith in your great uncle. So I should put my faith in you instead? I was referring to a higher power. “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” It’s doing my time in here that will set me free. Oh. Not the truth. And, by the way, for a guy who quotes scripture, you sure are quick to sit in judgment of my uncle. I didn’t accuse victor of anything new. Believe me. That doesn’t make him guilty. Nor does it make him innocent, either. That is for a jury to decide, just like they did with you. And, by the way, there’s a glaring difference between you and my uncle victor. He is on the outside while you are stuck in here.

[ Sighs ] Okay. My dear spencer… the difference is I am a sinner seeking redemption while your uncle wouldn’t know the meaning of the word. Not exactly brimming with holiday cheer, are you? The necklace may be a dead end, but my plans are still very much alive. So you have another angle? Always. Care to fill me in? In due time. Your job is to help me keep laura distracted and my family intact. You’ve pulled the necessary strings? I’m working on it. Work harder. Why — why don’t I leave you two to catch up, huh? Oh, you don’t have to go. I saw an ornament earlier that caught my eye. I want to snap it up before somebody else does. It’s nice to see you, officer cabrera. You, too. Hi. Hi. Are you free tonight? For? Dinner. Cops know the best places to eat. It’s a, uh, documented fact.

[ Chuckles ] I’m so holding back a doughnut joke right now.

[ Laughs ] For real. I want to take you someplace special for our anniversary. Anniversary? Three months ago today, we became official. It’s true what they say. Love is wasted on the young. Don’t you agree?

That’s what redemption’s my family’s history isn’t exactly spotless. No one’s is. But people can change, right? That’s what redemption’s about. Before redemption comes repentance. Is victor prone to asking for forgiveness?

[ Both chuckle ] I didn’t think so. And then there’s us. Putting in the work, trying to make amends for our mistakes. That’s a bond even stronger than blood. But we have both. And I truly hope that bond continues when you’re released, spencer. And when that day comes, uh, there’s something I want you to take with you. Consider it an early christmas present. As a matter of fact, I disagree. True love is a gift no matter when you find it, and no matter how hard certain people try to take it from you. You, you’ve never experienced love like that. Have you, victor? Hm. Well, hope springs eternal, ava. And when you’re free from that dysfunctional marriage to my nephew, who knows? Maybe there’ll be hope for us. Each of these claims to be written by the killer. So now I’m wasting valuable time and manpower tracing every one, even though we basically know they’re all bogus. I get the frustration.

[ Sighs ] Although, I do believe that when alexis printed that letter, she only had good intentions. She interfered with a confidential investigation. Yes, we have a theory that points towards esme prince. But if alexis takes it upon herself to decide what to leak and when, well [Scoffs] That just makes it harder for us. A theory. Legitimate one with actual evidence? Jordan. My soon-to-be stepdaughter’s life may be at risk here. If you have a way to end this nightmare… I need to know. Why are you avoiding my question? Avoiding? Who’s avoiding? We already discussed this. I want to discuss it again. So let’s rehash. Because you were very upset the last time we talked about your late wife cheating on you. And that’s pretty much the end of the story. Is it? Hm. Hey, look around. This is not really the — the time or place for this. What are you afraid of? Afraid? Who’s afraid? So, is there another reason you’re not talking to elizabeth? Off the record? Everything we say to each other is off the record. Mnh-mnh. The man that, um… reiko slept with… was elizabeth’s father. Did you fly all this way just to see me?

[ Exhales deeply ] I won’t lie to you, heather. Really? Why turn over a new leaf at this late date? And I am definitely not interested in dredging up the past. A past that includes our son — stephen lars. Or are you still more invested in saving the world than you are in your own family? If I wasn’t invested in my family, I wouldn’t be here. Aww. You think of me as family? Never. I came to tell you to stay the hell away from mine. Of course I care about the baby. It’s the only thing stopping this maniac from killing me. Do not listen to her. Remember what I told you when you first found me here? That nikolas tried to kill you? I didn’t believe it then, and I still don’T. Why would I have made that up? Uh, ’cause you are a desperate criminal willing to say or do anything to continue your reign of terror. For the last time, I am not the hook. Yeah, okay. But you’re starting to wonder. Why wouldn’t you? You’re curious to see what your, uh, friend is capable of. Go on, nurse baldwin. Ask him. Ask nikolas what happened on the parapet that night. I, for one, cannot wait to hear the answer.

R lies, esme.Mm! Except they’re not lies. Think about it. How did I manage to disappear the way I did, just vanished into thin air? Well, it wasn’t exactly my choice, was it, nikolas? Thanks to you and ava, I was — leave ava out of this. Oh. So protective. What does ava have to do with anything? She doesn’T. Mm. Who’s the liar now? It was a lifetime ago. We were in doctors without borders, and we were assigned to different islands in the south pacific. I guess reiko got lonely and… jeff webber was there. Got it. And I’m sure that was very disappointing, and I’m not trying to minimize this in any way at all. But? But, like you said, that was a lifetime ago. So don’t you think you should have gotten past that by now? There’s more to it than just the affair. Mm. But that’s not my story to tell. Oh. So it’s elizabeth’s story? And it’s new to her. And she’s understandably having trouble processing her feelings. Probably has lots of feelings about that. Yeah. Confusion, pain, anger. But not at you. Mostly at the situation. But we haven’t connected in weeks, and at some point… I guess I just stopped trying. Well [Scoffs] Why would you do that? What if there’s no point? Do you love her? Okay. That’s the point. So you stay in your corner, she stays in her corner. It’s just gonna drive you further apart. And here I thought you missed me. Knock it off, heather. And don’t pretend you didn’t try to contact my family. Making a beeline for my grandson when you had your big chance to escape?

[ Chuckles ] He works at kelly’s, jeff. Home of the famous blt. They don’t write that on the menu, but they should. It’s to die for. Stay. Away. From cameron. And where is this newfound concern coming from, anyway? Last I checked, you didn’t give a damn about your grandsons. Or their mother, for that matter. You don’t know what you’re talking about. Oh, don’t I? Were you there when elizabeth married my franco? Were you there for her when he died? No. You love the idea of being a family man, but when it actually comes to stepping up, doing the right thing, you cut and run. Is that… the one and only. Curtis, you know I can’t share privileged information. Even if it could bring a murderous criminal to justice? Jordan, trina is exhausted. She’s constantly looking over her shoulder. It’s just too much for her, and I’m not even gonna touch on what it’s been like for portia. And you? Well, it’s true, trina is not mine, biologically, but… to me, it feels like she is. Does that make any sense? It does. Then help me. Help me protect my family. I can’T. So much has changed since marshall was first diagnosed with schizophrenia. I just don’t see the harm in getting some current genetic testing done. Well, are you implying that marshall’s diagnosis was wrong? Well, I-I’m sure the doctors drew from the best knowledge they had at the time. But there could be other factors that are involved here. What kind of factors? Well… I’m standing right here, you know? And not saying a damn thing. As if I could get a word in edgewise? By all means. Portia. I don’t need any re-evaluation. I know what’s wrong with me. And I’ve spent my life ensuring that it wouldn’t harm my family. I understand what you’re saying. But from my — no, no. No buts. I’m at peace with my condition. Now, can you please drop this? My marriage to nikolas, as complicated as it may be, hasn’t ended yet, despite your best efforts. We know that esme is alive and the prime suspect in the hook attacks, which makes nikolas’ bogus confession completely useless. So, then, what will you holdover your nephew’s head now? Perhaps we should put our heads together and come up with a plan. I’ll pass. Besides, something tells me I won’t need to coerce nikolas into a divorce. Is that so? I get the distinct impression that he’s more than ready to move on. Don’t be shy. Tell elizabeth how you and ava thought you were rid of me forever until you discovered I was carrying the heir to the throne. What is she talking about? Mm.

[ Chuckles ] I’ll explain everything. Okay? But right now, esme needs some more of those vitamins. Can you go back to G.H. And get some? You’re trying to get rid of me. No, no, no. I’m just — I’m thinking about what’s best for the baby, okay? And right now, I’m seeing an opening of her actually showing some maternal instinct. I want to jump on it before it closes. Please? This conversation is not finished. I am well aware. That was a mistake.

Excellent attempt at poisoning the well. But I don’t do jealous. No, I’d imagine a woman like you wouldn’t have to. But don’t forget that nikolas is a human being with needs and desires of his own. Till next time. Bated breath. The favor I called in has been handled. Oh, my god. I totally forgot all about that. It has been three months. It’s wild, right? You came into my life at the craziest time. I can’t believe you haven’t run for the hills. Well, I might have been a rookie, but I knew you were being framed. Thanks for always believing in me. Always. Ooh, um, I got to get back to the station. I’ll see you tonight? Tonight. Cool. I’ll text you with details. Okay. About that young man of yours. Look, I know rory isn’t an art lover, and he hasn’t seen the world or studied abroad. Who cares about any of that? No, I-I was just gonna tell you… I envy you. I don’t feel comfortable accepting gifts from you. Oh. You misunderstand. It’s not for you. I-it’s for your friend trina. Look.

[ Inhales deeply ] I thought 12 drummers drumming might be overkill. This seems more appropriate. You keep one for yourself, and trina takes one as a token of your affection. Trina would love these. Yeah. But I can’t give them to her. Oh, of course you can. No, you don’t get it. Trina finally has her life back — the life she deserves. A life without you? Yes. All I’ve brought trina is pain and heartache. So the best gift that I can give her is to stay as far away from her as possible. Here we go again. What? This is the exact damn reason why we got a divorce in the first place. Because you insist on keeping secrets from me.

[ Scoffs ] That’s not fair. We’re talking about a police investigation. You were a cop. You know how this works. And I also know how willing you are to bend the rules and cross the lines. But clearly, only when it suits you. Curtis, listen to me. I am as anxious to protect trina and everyone else in her world as you are. If that were true, then throw me a bone here. I’m sorry. So am I. It’s not just the past that’s an issue. What else?

[ Chuckles ] What else? I, uh… read the invader’s account of esme attacking elizabeth on the pier. Okay. It didn’t mention what she was doing there. Well, I don’t know what she was doing there. We weren’t given that information. Off the record again, she was going to see nikolas cassadine. This is not a jealousy thing. I just don’t trust that guy after what he did to hayden. I wanted to kill him, but if elizabeth wants to be friends with him, that’s — that’s her choice. But after all that, I just — I have to admit it bothers me that instead of coming to me, she went to him. What? Well, now we know why elizabeth was out on the pier. But why was esme on the pier? I mean, was she targeting elizabeth, or was elizabeth just in the wrong place at the wrong time? Any more questions? Yeah. Where’s esme now? You don’t scare me, you know? You can’T. Not with this little, uh, bundle of joy as my insurance policy. For now. But once that baby is born…

[ Sighs ] Spare me the threats, okay? I’ve already planted the seed with elizabeth. Elizabeth is loyal to me. We’ll see. My bet is that, um, elizabeth is too dedicated of a nurse to let you get away with attempted murder. And when things start to unravel and the police get involved, you are going down and taking ava right along with you. And maybe even, uh, nurse nightingale, too. What do you want, esme? Mm. I thought you’d never ask.

Us it’ll be christmas soon. So? So I am missing out on all of it. The music, the decorations. Magic. I can’t even see out of the window. And in case you hadn’t noticed, it’s, um, not very festive in here. I’ll bring you some candy canes. How’s that? No. I want a tree. With lights and ornaments — the whole deal. Well, that shouldn’t be too hard to arrange. I’ll have demetrius bring you a fake one pre-decorated. No. I want a live tree, and i want to pick it out myself. Not a chance. Why not? Is that an actual question? Come on, it’s not like I can make a run for it anymore. Please? No! Nikolas, this is really important to me. I almost believe that you meant that.

[ Sighs ] My childhood was… lonely. I was adopted, not parented. My nanny was basically paid to raise me. Christmas was a nonevent in my house. But I did have this one friend whose family had this tradition of chopping down their own tree and bringing it home to decorate. It sounded like… heaven. So I begged my nanny to do the same thing. Let me guess, she said no. No. She said yes. But then she slipped and fell and wasn’t able to take me. So she asked the super’s son if he would do it. We picked out the tree. He even let me use the saw. We decorated it together. It was the best afternoon of my life, and I can’t tell you how much it meant to me. Those few hours actually changed me. All I’m asking is for a chance to feel that way again. Please? Nikolas, is that a yes?

[ Lock clicks ] Jeff: Steer clear of my family. No christmas cards. No fruitcakes. No surprise visits like the one you gave cameron. Are we clear? I’ll take that as a yes. Enjoy your time here. I know it’s difficult being married to a shrink. They can just turn it off, can’t they? So if you’re ever in need of some holiday cheer, you know where to find me. You haven’t changed a bit. We even have eggnog! You envy me? Is that so hard to believe?

[ Laughs ]

[ Chuckles ] You’re ava jerome. Mm. Beautiful, powerful, successful. You have everything. Trust me, “everything” is highly overrated. I’d settle for a guy like you have. Somebody…trustworthy. Dependable. A guy who tells you how he feels. Rory’s the greatest. Uh-oh. What is this? No, no, he really — he really is. He is. So why can’t i forget about spencer? You’ve heard the parable of the prodigal son, yeah? Refresh my memory. Well, he runs away from home. He squanders both his fortune and his good name. Then comes crawling back, expecting to be rejected. He wasn’t? He was embraced. Celebrated. “He was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.” Just… take the gift. Follow your heart. Thank you. I wish I could help you. No, you don’T. Because you can, you just won’T.

[ Knock on door ]

[ Sighs ] Come in. Sorry to interrupt. You wanted a report on security at rice plaza? Yeah. Go ahead. I was just leaving. Good to see, mr. Ashford. Good to see you, rory. Don’t forget to rsvp. This is really like a jigsaw puzzle without all the pieces. So if esme’s the killer, why didn’t she just finish elizabeth off? I don’t know. You know, if — elizabeth said that she called the cops right before the fall, so maybe if esme thought the cops were on the way, it makes sense she would run. But to where? I mean, it’s not like she’s running around hooking people in broad daylight. Wherever she — she is, she’s staying low to the ground.

[ Cellphone chimes ] What’s that?

Invader business? Yep. Okay. Uh… why don’t you go deal with that? I — actually, you just gave me an idea. Oh, I love it when I can do that. Oh, I love it when I can do that. Yeah, I mean, there’s — there’s another piece of the puzzle we’ve overlooked. Thanks for talking to me. Mm-hmm.

I just want what’s be for you, marshall. Well, maybe you should abide by marshall’s wishes and just forget genetic counseling. Instead, in this season of miracles, let’s focus on a few of our own. And what miracles would those be? Your return, for starters. My continued good health. Amen. And portia and curtis’ upcoming wedding. Yes! Oh, and the blessing that trina is safe. Yeah, we do have a lot to be thankful for, don’t we? Yes. Let’s put our energy into that.

[ Elevator bell dings ] Okay? Thank you. Uncle victor, I didn’t expect to see you today. A pleasant surprise, I hope? I’ll leave you to your visit. No, please, do stay. I have some news about my great nephew’s future. Spencer’s release date is weeks away. A lot could change before then. You wanna know what I think? Please. It’s something that I wish that I had learned long ago. Long before I ever met nikolas cassadine. Complicated men create chaos. And maybe it’s best if we avoid them altogether. So all that’s left is for you to sign off on the plans for christmas eve. Commissioner? Sorry. Yes, of course. Leave the report. I’ll look it over.

[ Door opens, closes ] Hi. Alexis, thanks for meeting me. Thank you. Can I get you something? Uh, a club soda, but there’s no hurry. Why did you want to meet me? I’m trying to catch a killer. That makes two of us. Yeah, I just left jordan at the pcpd, and, uh, it’s clear to me that they know more about those attacks than they’re admitting. Right. Maybe much more. So how do we find out what that is? Did you enjoy the show? If you could speak, I imagine we’d have quite a lot to discuss.

[ Sighs ] A winter stroll to pick out a christmas tree? What are you planning? Don’t worry, daddy. I know exactly what I’m doing.

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they are the I’m trying to do the right thing here. Try being honest instead. You want honest?

[ Knock on door ] Dex. It’s sonny. Open up. What is

he doing here? Pretend no one’s home. I know you’re in there, dex! Open up!

[ Scoffs ] What’s plan b?

[ Knock on door ]

[ Door opens ] Hey. Is this a bad time?

[ Chuckles ] I’m not sure what a good time is anymore.

[ Sighs ] I am so sorry about what happened. With holly.

[ Sighs ] Well, uh, I, uh — I visited the doctor, and he said that she’s got a long road ahead of her but that… she’ll pull through.

[ Sighs ] Thank god. But, uh, I was really talking about… what actually went down between the two of you. Has robert changed his mind and decided to join us? He hasn’t answered my texts. Maybe he just needs some time. I know my brother. He’s brooding, sitting around, worrying and waiting to hear about holly’s injuries. It’s not good for him. Says the other stubborn brother.

[ Chuckles ] This is gonna be the first decent meal you’ve had in days. Evening, all. Any news on holly? Well, last we heard, she was holding her own. Well, good. Hopefully that continues and she makes a full and speedy recovery. We appreciate the well wishes. Whatever happened to holly has your family’s fingerprints all over it. Everyone knows where the ice princess is involved, the cassadines aren’t far behind.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Hi! Hey. So, you’re not on the schedule new year’s eve. Do you have plans? Uh, not yet. Maxie and I will probably just make a reservation somewhere. Why?

I’m throwing a birthday party sounds like fun. Am I invited? Look, I know you wanted to keep it private for as long as possible, but, look, the secrecy is working against you. It’s working against us. I’m — I’m just not ready for anyone to know about my diagnosis. It’ll change how people treat me, and I’m afraid wiley will pick up on it. Wiley is going to find out eventually. I know, but I need to do this in my time, on my terms. I want to support you on that. Okay? I do. But, honestly, willow… it’s impossible. I thought you were hitting dead ends trying to find members of the commune where harmony got willow. Yeah, one of my contacts was doing a story on a firefighter in clairborne county and found out that the subject was a member of the friends for peace and love commune. Oh. Willow warned, you know, that the former members are pretty private. Yeah, no, I realize there’s no guarantee I’ll get them to talk, but I like my odds. Really? Yeah. Why do you think that? Well, because the firefighter agreed to take the time to fly here and meet me. Checking in to the metro court tonight.

I’m sure you’ll be much too busy to attend my birthday celebration, cody. Grifting women’s shiny inheritances takes time. Ohh.

Au contraire. My charm offensive only takes half an evening, at most. That is, unless the heiress is as closed off and…secretive as you. Don’t — don’t leave, doctor. Cody bell is just leaving. I-I-I’ll thank you not to barge into my birthday celebration the way you just barge into my private conversations. Listen, britt. Britt. I know I haven’t behaved well, and I get why you’re angry with me. Anger implies investment. We went out a few times, shared a couple of laughs. It was more than that. You know it. What I know is… there’s no future here. You’re a gambler. You know how to cut your losses. Yeah? Well, what if I don’t want to? We don’t always get what we want, do we? You didn’t get taub’s necklace, so you know better than anyone. Where there’s trouble, there’s victor. Do you now have evidence that my father is to blame for holly stealing that necklace and trying to escape with it? I can’t connect victor directly, but he’s been all over town, pulling strings, causing people to make desperate decisions. Of which I’m sure you’re aware. I can’t speak to that. I don’t want to hear you defend your father, considering how he framed anna for what happened to lucy. Anna and I are very close. Lucy’s my business partner. If you have evidence, I’d very much like to hear it. Anna is our good friend, too, just as lucy is our friend. Felicia, I’m trying to remain optimistic about lucy, but there’s still no sign that she survived. Well, still, we’re doing everything we can to work things out. Chief scorpio, I’m not trying to defend anybody. And you would be wise not to assume you know where my loyalties lie.

I’d be wise? I’d be wise, would I? Well, let me give you a piece of advice. If it takes the rest of my life, your father’s going down. Just take care you’re not too close when he does. The last thing I expected to find was, uh, you staring at pictures of the woman who double-crossed you. Um, look, I-I… I know how… however wrong holly was, it — it — it can’t erase those memories that we had together. And, my god, I wish it could. Oh, robert, I know very well how much holly mattered to you. I mean, I — I just wish that your feelings would have mattered a little more to her. You’re gonna think that I’m making excuses for her, but in many ways she got a raw deal.

[ Scoffs ] Holly had — had some hard choices to make. Well… even if you’re making excuses, I’d say that’s very generous. I’m not sure she deserves that kind of loyalty. Despite everything that happened, holly didn’t deserve what happened. Of course. You gonna visit her during treatment? I-I can’T. I hear you. Your generosity can only extend so far. It’s not that. It’s just that I don’t think this would give us the closure that we need. That closure probably doesn’t exist. Hm, I’m not sure a therapist would agree with you on that. That’s why I don’t have one.

[ Laughs ] Look, it’s just that — it may be that holly and I were never destined to work out. Every time we get close, it goes up in smoke. And this time…it took the ice princess with it. That’s why holly stole that necklace! It was part of the ice princess! Allegedly. I wanted to have my people look at it to confirm that one way or the other. Oh, robert. You must be in such big trouble with the wsb. Well, they’re not happy, but I can handle it.

[ Sighs ] You’re the D.A. You’re working with the wsb. Holly had to have known how much this was gonna cost you. What are you getting at? Robert, there has to be more to this than greed. With all that you and holly have been through together, there had to be a bigger reason that holly would betray you. Wow. You are amazing! Getting that guy to fly all the way here just to talk. Woman. Actually. Clairborne county’s first female firefighter. That’s why my guy was doing a story on her. Oh. That’s impressive. What makes you think she has anything to offer? I’m not sure what she knows, but denise and harmony — or — or lorraine, as she was known back then — they were friends for a while. I’m just — I’m hoping denise can either confirm or discredit harmony’s story of how she came to have willow. Okay. I see. Uh… you’ve got doubts. No! No. I-I just think you’re putting a lot of expense and effort into finding willow’s birth parents, and I just hope you’re not disappointed if it doesn’t pan out. I know the possible pitfalls. I do. But I still got to try, right? Yeah. You know, I should call willow… oh, no. …And see if she wants to join us. No, no, no. You don’t want to do that. I mean, look what happened today, right? Y-you fainted while arguing with nina. If she had known what you — I didn’t want nina pitying me. I understand that. What’s best for my health is staying as far away from nina as possible. I get it. I feel the same way about sonny. But the thing — michael. There’s no comparison. What took you so long? Uh, sorry, boss. I was in the middle of something. Well, I gotta talk to you about something. Business opportunity. Okay. Can I meet you at your office? What’s going on? Well, it’s a business conversation, right? We should have it where you do business. Why do you want me out of here? Are you hiding something?

I’m sorry if I upset mac. Oh, he — he just needs a moment to cool down. He’s been running himself ragged, with lucy’s disappearance and anna being framed and on the run and now this thing with holly. It’s very personal for him. I certainly understand his hostility towards my father. Did he have anything to do with what happened to holly? Robert believes that holly was passing information to victor, and I suspect that it all has something to do with ethan because no one has been able to reach him. Ethan. Is that holly’s son? Yes. Do you think something happened to him? We don’t know. All we know is that he’s done a disappearing act. Well, I might be able to help with that. I have some associates at the bureau that I used to work with. I’ll make a call. Oh, no! You can’T. So, what just happened with you and cody? Um, I’d rather talk about my birthday. So, what do you think about the haunted star? I — [ Chuckles ] I don’t know. What do you — I mean, I guess if you want to go all-out, sure, yeah, why not? Yeah, I’ve never had a birthday party in my life. Wait. You’re exaggerating. No. Seriously? I mean, even the unpopular kids got a cupcake.

[ Chuckles ] Not me. I had A… untraditional upbringing. So I say it’s high time I throw myself the fiesta to end all fiestas. Uh, any particular reason why you want to do that this particular year? Is this you treading lightly? Apparently not. I mean, we both know there’s no telling how many birthdays I have ahead of me, so I might as well go out with a bang. Willow fainted today. W-what?! Is she alright?! She seems to be. Nina came over, picked a fight. When willow went to fight back, she collapsed. God, nina is relentless! Yeah, she is. So let’s question denise first and see if there’s anything to report back. Okay. Okay? Hey, I appreciate your insights, alright? But I think maybe it’s better if I do it one-on-one just to make denise a little bit more comfortable. Just so she doesn’t feel outnumbered. Yeah. Okay. Okay? And y-you’ll fill me in after? Yeah. I’ll fill you — you’ll be my second call right after willow.

[ Chuckles ] I don’t want to get willow’s hopes up, but I do — I really want to keep her in the loop. Just so many people have lied to her in the past. Willow: Don’t get me wrong. I know how betrayed you feel by your father. Don’t you? I mean, for months, nina and sonny have caused us nothing but grief. Everything that’s happened is because of nina. That woman seems fixated on causing trouble for our family, and sonny is actively supporting her. Agreed. So what am I missing? Just how much your anger at sonny is costing you. After you got shot, where’d you lay low? Dex: I was on foot. Right. There was no way I could make it back here, and I didn’t want to compromise you, so I found a spot that was secure. On your own? You see what I’m talking about? You’re always holding things back from me. I promised the person that helped me that it wouldn’t come back to them. You also promised that I could trust you! And you can. But I can’t prove that by betraying someone else’s trust. That’s not good enough! It’s gonna have to be. Okay. You got one last chance, dex. Who stitched you up, gave you the means to the e-mail? Who helped you out? It was me.

ur lifeto the fullest” thing, but, britt, this is just — it’s — this is not gonna be your last birthday. It might as well be. I mean, come on. How can I sing karaoke if I’m slurring over the lyrics or barely able to stand? Yeah, you don’t know that that’s gonna be the case. I don’t know that it’s not. And I-if this is — if this is you thinking that I’ve — I’ve given up or I’m making peace with it, I am not at peace and I am mad as hell. I am so mad that I’m renting out

the haunted star and wearing four-inch heels! And I know I don’t know enough friends to even fill my mother’s apartment’s rec room. But I don’t give a damn. I’m gonna do it anyway. I am gonna throw the biggest, baddest birthday party. And coworkers and family and friends and casual acquaintances can all come as long as they look fabulous and are prepared to party on the dance floor, which is what I’m gonna do.

[ Chuckles ] “Fear of death is for those who have regrets.” Oh, I have — I have loads of those. Yeah. And it’s not, um — I don’t fear death. I-I fear the getting to it. I mean, I know how this is gonna end. That’s why I’m choosing to live in the moment and — and not think about tomorrow because I-I may not like tomorrow. So I’m gonna dance like it’s 1999 and revel under the bright lights and lose myself on the dance floor. I’m in. Good! Yeah? Yay! Because I want to do it with those that are near and dear to me. And I don’t even care if you sing off-key. Mac. I figured you weren’t coming. Well, you said it was important. It is. You want one? You know, I’m normally a beer guy, but something tells me I’m gonna need it, so sure. Um, I’ve got some news. That necklace that belonged to leopold taub, the one you were due to inherit, was stolen. Okay, so that story in the news, that the media has been following that woman who left, that was my necklace? I’m glad you’re up on current affairs. I don’t have to explain what happened. Well, the hell you don’T. Let’s start with how you’re gonna try and track it down.

[ Sighs ] I’m afraid it’s unrecoverable. Okay. Alright. So you’re just giving up on trying to find it just like that? We know where it is. Or was. It was destroyed in a fire. Why can’t valentin look for ethan?

[ Sighs ] Not everything with holly is what it seems. What does that mean? I think the person you really want to talk to is robert. Um, before I forget, charlotte had wanted me to invite you over for dinner. So any night this week is — is fine with me. So you’ll let me know, okay? I’m sorry, but I do have to run. Of course. I’ll be in touch. Yes. Have a nice night. Thank you. Would I be right in assuming that my contacts at the bureau would find zero trace of ethan? It’s a theory. It’s a good one. Victor’s taken holly’s son hostage, as well, hasn’t he? Does it really matter why holly did what she did at this point? Of course it does! Robert, if that necklace holds the key to something bigger, then — you know what? Whatever her reasons were, holly’s paying for them now. But so are you, my friend, and — and if you ever need to talk… olivia. Thanks, livvie. I mean, I-I know. And I really appreciate you, uh, dropping by. Okay. Well, whatever happens, you’re not alone. Hey. Where’d you go? Did — did something else happen? Did — was it nina? Or sonny do something? I-I wanted to tell you that, um, nina saw me and brick together, and she got the wrong idea. How wrong? Well, she went running to sonny, telling him that brick and i were having an affair. I mean, the same thing she did with tj and willow. I cannot stand that woman! That’s why you told sonny about us. Yes. And I’m sorry. But I heard that sonny was giving brick a hard time, and I just couldn’t stand it. Ohh. It is too bad that michael and sonny are on the outs. We could use his resources to help track down willow’s birth parents. Who needs sonny when drew cain is on the case? I think you handle things just fine. Do you, now? Yes, I do. You know, dex wouldn’t tell me why or how he got shot, but I figured it had something to do with you, and you just confirmed it. Joss. What? I need to talk to sonny. Okay? I’ll call you later. Fine. You know, I don’t know why he’s so loyal to you. So far, it’s gotten him shot and hung from a meat hook. But…it’s his call. Has nothing to do with me. Okay. Hold on, josslyn. Did you run over here alone? Yes. Okay. You need to have frank, uh, drive you home. I don’t want a ride from you, sonny. I don’t want anything from you.

[ Sighs ]

[ Door closes ] Out of everybody in the city… you go after my stepdaughter for help? Sir, I would never purposely put josslyn in that position. How so? I was weak, barely thinking, okay? I-I remembered from the picnic that the boathouse at the quartermaine estate had supplies. She was on the grounds. I collapsed, and she found me. And then she took me back to her dorm room. Big mistake, dex.

My focus is on you and our baby, and I’m dedicated to helping you fight this cancer. But how can you be if you’re fighting your father at the same time? Michael, I-I’m not asking you to drop your anger for sonny’s sake. I’m not defending anything he’s done. But the more that you feed into your anger, the more you are letting him win. You’re smarter than that.

[ Scoffs ] Well, now you’re appealing to my vanity. I’m stating a fact. You know the difference between what seems important and what truly matters, don’t you? What truly matters is you… and our children. Hey, uh, would it be okay if I — if I step out for an hour or so? Sure. Is everything alright? Yeah, no. It — it will be. There’s just one last thing I got to take care of, and then I’m — I’m all yours.

[ Door closes ] Boss, I was out of it when joss took me back to her dorm. I didn’t want to stay. But when you are losing blood and developing an infection, options are limited. And not telling me? Joss saved my life. Okay? The least I could do was minimize her exposure. Look, if that costs me this job, so be it. But just know I will never speak of our dealings, either. Okay. Listen. I don’t want to talk about this. We’re gonna deal with that later. But I’m telling you right now — this thing with josslyn… cannot become a habit! I’ve tried telling her that. Then try harder! Okay. They’ve come to me with an offer… uh, to use my facilities for some… unofficial exports. If I decide to take the offer, you’re gonna be stepping into a role with a lot more responsibility. Are you up for that? Oh, I’m up for it. You better be. There’s no more room for mistakes.

[ Lock clicks ] Don’t mind me. Oh. Hi! Joss. Hey. Hey, josslyn. Hi, drew. Um, everything okay? Yeah, everything’s great. Uh, you? Yeah. Everything will be great. When we don’t have to worry about being caught kissing. Hm.

[ Knock on door ] Sonny:

Dex. It’s sonny. I hear ya. Okay, I haven’t spoken to maxieabout new year’s eve, but please put us both down as “will attend.” Ooh! Excelente! Partying with my peeps. My final epic turn-up. “Final”? You’re not planning on making an early exit, are you? Are you, britt? Isn’t that my choice? Sure, I guess, but what about the peeps you just said that you wanted to party with?

[ Sighs ] Don’t worry, doc. My oath to do no harm extends to myself. I’m just not into being a burden. Okay. You’re leaving port charles? Is that what’s going on? Right after the party. Okay. Again, what about the peeps that want to be there for you? It’s not about them. It’s about how i want to go out. I’m not — I’m not pushing anyone away. I’m protecting my privacy. W-what just happened with cody? I don’t want to talk about that. Are you really done with that guy, or are you just pushing everybody away because of your illness? So I lost another inheritance. That’s — that’s got to be some kind of record. You want another one? I’m buying. Diamonds are notoriously hard to destroy. Are you sure there’s nothing left?

[ Chuckles ] You know, this place I used to work once… there was this wild mustang. Untrainable. That’s what everyone said. It was a beautiful animal. I was smitten immediately. So I took to gaining its trust. So I’d feed him. And I’d groom him. Till finally I got a saddle and a harness on him. It was one of the greatest days of my life. Two minutes in the saddle, he bucks up and tosses me off. I broke my wrist and most of my pride on the fall. He didn’t care. It just wasn’t in his nature to be ridden. You know, I didn’t know leopold taub. And I’m glad about that. You know, he sounds like a rotten guy. I mean, was it his nature, or was it — was it something that he chose? And what about me? I mean, the things that I do, is it — is it my nature or… is it because I just keep… making the wrong choice over and over? For a second, I thought I was gonna have an inheritance, something of worth that would make me worthwhile. Now I’m back to nothing. How’s that for irony?

[ Chuckles ] Money isn’t everything. Says people who have it. Eh, you must think I’m shallow. I think it’s a shame you grew up without a father. Look, I get why you were invested in taub’s money. It’s likely the only good thing about being his son. Holly: The ice princess

has a bad habit… of destroying those who covet it. Be careful. I’m always careful, love. Except with your heart.

[ Knock on door ] Laura: Robert? It’s laura. Yeah, laura. Come in.

[ Chuckles ] I just had a very interesting little chat with felicia. Seems that there’s more going on that you haven’t told me about. She’s right. There is. And you deserve an answer. Starting… …with this. It’s true. Victor has ethan. Of course he has. But what did you mean that victor has ethan “as well”? Who else has victor captured? It’s his M.O. You can ask drew cain or liesl obrecht. He locked me in his prison at crete. Ah. But who were you thinking of? What is it you’re not telling me, felicia?

Well, I better get going. Um…bye, joss. Josslyn: Bye, drew. Bye. Bye. Well.

[ Door closes ] That’s going good, mom. Um, yeah. Yeah. Can’t keep it from the world forever, though. Yeah. Alright. I’m gonna go shower. Okay. Close call. Sonny was just here. Well, that won’t be a problem anymore. Here’s what I owe you. Plus a bonus for your excellent work. The job’s over. So how soon can you get packed to leave? Are you just afraid that cody’s not gonna be able to handle your illness? You know what’s ahead of me. Years of progressively painful, slow decline. I don’t even want my mother to see it. Why would I want cody dealing with that, a guy I barely know? Okay, but what about the people you know well, people that know you well? They’re gonna worry about you. They’re gonna look for you. They’re gonna be hurt, britt… that they’re not with you by your side during all this. Well, I hope they realize I spared them. Oh, come on. Stop it. You’re not trying to spare anybody. You’re trying to spare yourself. Excuse me? Y-you don’t want to see your reflection in their eyes of anyone other than you being your vibrant, beautiful, feisty self. So what if I don’t? Is that so wrong? No, it’s not wrong. But it’s selfish. So that’s why holly let me go. Well, you were never in any risk. Hah! Well, it would have been nice if I knew that, wouldn’t it? You couldn’t let me in on any of it? Holly was petrified that any leak at all would endanger her son. Okay. [ Sighs ] Well, look, I’m glad — I’m glad that she didn’t betray you. And she’s now free to rescue ethan. And soon victor will lose another prisoner. Alright. Victor needs to lose everything. Forget I said anything. Lucy’s alive, isn’t she? I never said that. You didn’t have to. My father prefers keeping his assets as leverage. Lucy’s body was never discovered. A reliable source reports that lucy was shot with a rubber bullet retrieved from the harbor and then spirited away. Okay, well, that explains the two shots. The first, a rubber bullet to push lucy into the water, the second, a live round to leave a shell casing for the police. There is no time to waste. I need you to tell me where anna is now.

What does victor want with that? Do you know? Well, he gave her directives, but no explanations. We know the diamonds came from the ice princess. And we know that he doesn’t care about the rest of the stone because he planted it on jennifer smith. There are secrets hidden in these diamonds. We need to uncover them. We have got to stop victor cassadine once and for all. Anna needs to know lucy’s alive. She’s way off the grid. Well, where is she? Has she left the country? I don’t want to jeopardize her security. I don’t, either, but this is information anna needs. You’re gonna have to trust me. If anna sought refuge in europe, there’s one person that will know where she is. This person can get word to her.

[ Paper rips ] Thank you. Don’t thank me yet. Getting word to anna won’t be easy. I don’t know you well, cody. But I can see that you’re not the same man that your father was. Yeah. About that. Um… hi, cody. Mac, you ready to go? Yeah. Almost. Uh, you were saying? I was just gonna say that… that dna test result was my loss. Ours too. Ouch. What is this? Painful truth day? Yeah, sure. Why not? Let’s do that. Okay. Um, yeah, maybe “selfish” is too harsh of a word. Let’s just call it “proud.” Okay? My father was a very proud man, and he wanted to spare us, so he avoided a lot of conversations that he really should have had with us. And then in the end, the copd made those kind of conversations impossible. So I-I get that you’re trying to spare us, but… have you considered that you might be robbing all of us of precious moments that we really want to spend with you? No, I hadn’T. Okay, well, you’ll want to give that some thought. Oh, and another thing. While we’re at it, britt… what is the dress code for this party that you’re planning?

[ Chuckles ] Just have maxie pick out your clothes. Oh. Oh, oh, oh. I see. Okay. Cool. Right. I guess it really — yeah, you’re right. So it’s painful truth day. Um, thank you so much. It means a lot to me. You said that you’re only inviting your nearest and dearest, and I’m really grateful that I made the cut. See you later. Hi. Hi. Oh, no. I woke you up. I’m so sorry.

[ Chuckles ] This — this baby is active. Wears me out. Yeah. You do look a little pale. I — anemia. Britt has me on a regimen. Okay. What’s up? So, I just wanted to check in. I just want to make sure that you’re 100% committed to finding your biological parents. More than ever. Has there been a development? Possibly, and you should know that whatever I find out, it — it could actually be disappointing. So before I go down that road, I just want to make sure nothing’s changed. Michael and I want to do whatever it takes to find answers.

[ Cellphone rings ] Hey, there. I was just thinking about you. Remember how we used to reward ourselves when we completed payroll? Chocolate martinis.

[ Chuckles ] It is not the same without you, partner. What’s up? I need a favor. No questions asked. You got it. There’s a woman named denise makenzie staying at the metro court tonight. I need you to notify me the second she checks in. Michael: You got shot because of sonny, okay? You got tortured because of him. Yeah, and I’m still standing. Look, I appreciate your commitment. I do. But my priorities have shifted. I need to focus on my family. No. Your family overlaps with sonny’S. As long as he’s a target, they are, too. Isn’t that what you told me when you hired me? Yes, but things have changed. Look, the best way to protect them is to stop him. Sonny was here telling me about a new business opportunity. It sounds highly profitable and highly illegal. Something big is coming, michael. Sonny didn’t provide details about what’s next, but I know one thing. We can’t quit now. Not when you are this close to taking sonny down.

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Dante arrived at Pozzulo’s and knocked on Sonny’s office door. Sonny ended a call with Brick, and Dante thanked him for Thanksgiving dinner. Dante admitted that Michael had been right about Sonny having Dex abducted and beaten, and he admitted that he’d covered for Sonny. Dante said that the line between his love for his father and his duty as a cop was starting to blur, as he would have pursued Dex’s case more aggressively if the suspect had been anyone else. He added that he needed Sonny to know that he was aware what Sonny had done. Sonny didn’t see the problem because he had never asked Dante to cover for him and said that he never would.

Dante wanted to know about Sonny’s involvement in Anna’s escape. Sonny didn’t have a response to that question and Dante hoped that Sonny had been very careful. Dante said that he wasn’t out to get Sonny (like his brother Michael) but he intended to keep his oath to uphold the law. “I wouldn’t expect any less,” Sonny said. Sonny wanted Dante to know that no matter what happened in the future he wouldn’t love Dante any less.  Dante told Sonny that he loved him and then gave him a hug.  Dante then left.

At Dex’s apartment, Josslyn dressed Dex’s wound in fresh bandages and said that it was healing well. When she was done she told him he could put a shirt on. He apologized and remarked that he hadn’t noticed that it made her uncomfortable.  She had, after all, seen him in less. “You’ve even slept in my bed,” she replied. Dex said it was a shame that he had been so feverish that all he could do was sleep. “There’s always next time,” Josslyn joked. She advised him to take it easy and limit his activity, as she’d done some research on gun shot wounds. She promised not to bail on him before he was fully healed. Dex recalled his conversation with Michael about keeping Josslyn at a distance, and he told her that she needed to leave and never return.

Josslyn said that she needed to get more bandages and antibiotic ointment for Dex, but he insisted that he could order those things online. He said that he was trying to do the right thing, but she demanded honesty. “You want honest?” he asked, and he kissed her. At that moment, there was a knock, it was Sonny, who instructed Dex to open the door.

Drew arrived at Carly’s house, and Michael wondered why Drew had wanted to meet there. Drew confided that he wanted to have a confidential conversation about the potential criminal charges against him and Carly for insider trading. Drew thought that it was best for both he and Michael to reconcile their relationship with Ned. Michael agreed. Drew added that he and Carly needed to stop seeing each other. A surprised Michael admitted that it was the happiest he’d seen his mother in a while. Michael didn’t want to get involved in Carly’s personal life, but he did say that people usually got less time together than they thought they would. Drew wondered if Michael was worried about Sonny retaliating, but Michael replied that the feud with Sonny had made him value his family more. He told Drew to take advantage of the time he had with Carly, and then he left to return home to Willow.

Carly arrived at the Quartermaine gatehouse and found Willow screaming at Nina to leave. Carly entered the house as Willow passed out. Carly and Nina tried to revive Willow. When Willow finally woke up, Nina insisted on calling 911, but Willow refused. Carly asked Nina if they could speak outside and they walked out. Willow apologized to the baby, but she promised to get the baby into the world safely. Outside, Nina told Carly she didn’t want another lecture, as she’d only come by to ask a favor of Willow. Carly said she believed her, but she told Nina that her visit had a terrible effect on Willow and that the best thing for Willow and the baby was for Nina to stay away. Nina insisted that she never wanted to hurt them, and Carly told her she believed her. Nina left and Carly went back into the house with Willow and insisted that Willow see a doctor. A few minutes later, they returned to the living room after Carly had checked Willow’s blood pressure and the baby on the fetal monitor.  Willow appeared to be fine, but Carly pointed out that she was not an obstetrician.  

Michael arrived home, and Carly told him that Willow had collapsed. Michael promised his mother that Willow would be seen by a doctor. Carly advised Willow to rest, and she left. Michael messaged Dr. Randolph on his phone. A short while later, Willow thanked Michael for the soup, and she told him Nina had been a factor in her collapse. Michael was furious when Willow told him that Nina had accused her of being selfish. But, Willow assured him that Nina wouldn’t be back. Michael insisted that the entire situation could have been avoided had Nina known that Willow was sick. He told Willow that it was time to tell people about Willow’s leukemia so they could concentrate on finding a bone marrow donor.

Carly arrived home to find Drew there. He kissed her and told her that they needed to take advantage of the time they had together. She reminded him that they were supposed to stay away from each other, but he said that he couldn’t do that. Drew got a notification on his phone and Carly insisted that he check it. He looked at his phone and shared the good news that he’d gotten a lead on Willow’s birth parents. Carly was shocked.

At Rice Plaza, Sasha continued to decorate with Sam’s help. Sam said she hoped that the boys wouldn’t claim to be too old to help decorate. Sasha talked about how magical Christmas was for kids, but then she quickly changed the subject. Sam told her that she didn’t have to do that. Sam told Sasha that she could say whatever she was thinking. Sasha admitted that she was working on acknowledging her feelings in therapy. Sam told Sasha that her first daughter was stillborn.  Sasha was obviously moved and told Sam how sorry she was. She then shared her hopes of taking Liam to see Santa with Brando.

A short while later, Sasha talked about how good it felt to do something useful and positive. “Helping others is a great way to help yourself,” she said happily. After their conversation, Sam departed and Nina returned. Sasha could tell that something had happened, and Nina told her that sometimes she feared that she was just as horrible a person as Willow believed she was. 

Dante found Sam at Rice Plaza, and he advised her to pace herself, as they still had to decorate their place. Dante talked about Sonny, and how he hoped that his relationship with Rocco wouldn’t end up as troubled as his relationship with Sonny. Sam told him how much love she saw between Dante and Rocco. He thanked Sam for everything she had done for him, and they kissed.

At Pentonville, Victor spoke to someone on the phone and demanded an update on what had happened to the necklace. He and Nikolas then stepped into the visitation room. Spencer was led in by a guard, and when he saw that Nikolas was there, he demanded to be returned to his cell. Victor insisted that Spencer would need his father’s support once he got out of jail. “Not if you keep your end of the bargain,” Spencer replied. Nikolas demanded to know what that meant and Spencer revealed that he had agreed to keep quiet about Nikolas sleeping with Esme, in exchange for Victor giving him his birthright ahead of schedule. Spencer advised Nikolas that he would no longer need his support.

Nikolas told Spencer that if he would just give him another chance, he would never hurt Spencer again. Spencer replied that he would settle for never having to listen to any more of Nikolas’ empty words. “I told you this was a bad idea,” Nikolas told Victor, and he left. Victor seemed disappointed and demanded Spencer sit down. Spencer didn’t care that Victor was disappointed. He told Victor that while Victor might be “all-powerful on the outside,” inside Pentonville, he had serious competition. As he finished making his point, Cyrus entered and apologized to Spencer for being late to their chess game.

Victor was glad to see that Spencer had made friends, but Cyrus said that he was family. Spencer was grateful for all of his uncles looking out for him, including Sonny and Martin. Victor revealed himself as Spencer’s true, biological uncle. Cyrus, having found the remark to be an insult, revealed that Victor had ordered hits on Martin and Laura, which prompted a shocked response from Spencer. Victor then proceeded to announce all of Cyrus’ crimes.  “I don’t hear you denying it,” Cyrus said. “I don’t answer to you,” Victor hissed. “You will if you ever go near my family again, and that includes Spencer,” Cyrus countered.

Victor told Cyrus to exercise caution as he would not want to have Victor as an enemy. Cyrus asked if that meant that Victor was adding him to the hit list as well. Victor warned Spencer to not allow himself to be manipulated by Cyrus. Spencer advised Victor that he would never allow himself to be manipulated again. Victor reminded Spencer that he still needed Victor’s help and he left. Cyrus apologized that Spencer had to learn of his uncle’s guilt in that way. Spencer said, “could it be more obvious?”  He told Cyrus that he was no longer in the mood for chess, so he excused himself and returned to his cell.

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GH Short Recaps Friday, December 2, 2022

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Dante tells Sonny that he covered for him when he had Dex beaten but he took an oath and he won’t cover for him if he finds out he committed another crime.

Sonny tells Dante that if has to arrest him some day he will not love him any less because he is doing his job.

Sam helps Sasha decorate Rice Plaza and tells her about baby Lila who was still born to let her know that she understands what it is like to lose a child.

Michael advises Drew not to waste time with Carly because nobody knows how much time they have with the people they love.

Carly is able to bring Willow back to consciousness by putting a cold towel on her face. Willow refuses to go to the doctor and Carly and Nina go talk outside. Carly advises Nina to stay away from Willow for the sake of her baby. Nina later talks to Sasha and tells her she is going to follow Carly’s advice and stay away from Willow. Carly tells Michael that Willow fainted and Michael sends a text message to Terry. Michael thinks Willow should tell people she has leukemia in order to increase her chances to find a bone marrow donor.

Drew and Carly are about to make love at her house when he gets a message that they have a lead on the identity of Willow’s parents.

Josslyn refuses to let Dex push her away to protect her because she can make her own decisions. Dex kisses Josslynn and then Sonny knocks on Dex’s door and tells him they need to talk

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GH Update Thursday, December 1, 2022

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At the Quartermaine mansion, Brook Lynn greeted Dante and provided him with the letter for the review board. Dante told her that it was too late.  The review board needed her letter by Friday of the previous week.  Brook Lynn was desperate to help Chase and said there must be something that she can do and rushed to get her coat.  Dante said that unless she had connections on the review board there was nothing she could do and even then Chase would not want her using her connections because she would be forced to lie.  Dante explained that Chase would not want his badge returned to him based on lies that were engineered by Brook Lynn.

Brook Lynn came clean to Dante and explained that she had been extremely selfish in her desire to take down Linc, and she had hoped that Chase would have eventually changed his mind and wanted to be a singer more than a cop. She told Dante that Chase had ended their relationship.  Dante appeared sad for her and said that he was sorry.  Brook Lynn said that there was no need for him to lie to save her feelings.  Dante explained that he wasn’t lying and that he thought that Chase had been happy with her. Brook Lynn was surprised when she heard this news.  Later, after Dante left she read the letter aloud she had written for the review board.  She then became angry and threw it across the room.  Suddenly, her emotions seemed to change and she vowed to do whatever was necessary to help Chase be restored to the police force. She made a call to an unknown individual and pleaded for “help.”

.At Rice Plaza, Nina and Sasha carried Christmas decorations to a table. Nina looked around and realized that she and Sasha had been the first to arrive, but Nina was confident the volunteers would be there shortly. Sasha was flattered that Nina had put her in charge of the holiday decorations for the plaza. Sasha assured Nina that she didn’t need her staying around to supervise and said she would not let Nina down. After Nina left, Sasha began to organize things when Chase arrived. Chase was curious what Sasha was up to, so she told him that Nina had put her in charge of transforming the plaza.

Chase thought it had been generous of Sasha to take on the project, but Sasha confessed that it helped her to stay busy, since the guardianship limited what she could do at Deception. Sasha invited Chase to help, and he took her up on the offer. He admitted that he needed something to focus on because he had broken up with Brook Lynn. Sasha felt bad for Chase, and offered to listen if he needed to talk. Chase explained the break up by saying that he and Brook Lynn simply had different priorities.

Chase accused Brook Lynn of acting in her own self-interest by putting his singing career ahead of his police career, but Sasha asked if it was possible that Brook Lynn had sincerely believed that Chase becoming a singer would be best for their relationship. Chase considered what she had said and said that she might have a point. 

Dante joined Chase and Sasha on the plaza. Chase wanted to know if Dante had heard anything from the review board. Dante told Chase that he had already given his testimony and hoped that it would help Chase. Chase thanked Dante. Sasha invited Dante to help them decorate and to her surprise, he agreed to help before going to work.

After Sasha went to fetch a box, Chase received a text notification. Chase read the text message. “It’s final. The review board turned down my appeal,” Chase said. Dante was obviously sympathetic to Chase’s plight. Chase’s tone filled with sadness as he realized that he was no longer a police officer — and would never be one again.

At Pozzulo’s, Valentin was escorted into Sonny’s office. Sonny asked about Anna, but Valentin revealed that Anna had decided to handle things on her own. Sonny was curious why Valentin had come to see him, so Valentin revealed that he had a business proposal for Sonny. Sonny wasn’t interested in doing business with Valentin. Sonny explained that his collaboration with Valentin had been for Anna’s sake because Anna was important to Sonny. 

Valentin asked if Sonny had heard of the Pikeman Security Group. Sonny was familiar with the mercenary group, so Valentin revealed that the group wanted to move “classified merchandise” through Port Charles — without interference from the government or law enforcement — and Sonny’s facilities would be ideal for the operation. Valentin acknowledged that he would receive a fee, but the group was prepared to pay Sonny $10,000,000 for every successful shipment. Sonny had reservations because it sounded too good to be true, and Sonny was curious how Valentin was connected to the group. Valentin explained that he had occasionally worked as a logistics contractor with Pikeman, and extending the offer to Sonny had earned Valentin a favor.

Sonny wanted to know about Valentin’s agreement with Pikeman, but Valentin would only tell Sonny that it had nothing to do with him or his organization. Valentin gave his word, but Sonny said that Valentin’s word was worthless to him. Valentin said that it would be in Sonny’s best interests to take Pikeman up on their offer. Sonny made it clear that he did not like ultimatums, but Valentin clarified that he was just the messenger.

Valentin explained that Pikeman would find someone else, but the group fully intended to move their merchandise through Port Charles because it was a shipping hub with access to the Atlantic and Canadian waters. According to Valentin, if Sonny wasn’t interested in working with Pikeman, then Sonny would be reclassified as a liability and obstacle, and Pikeman had a reputation for removing obstacles. Valentin told Sonny that he could either make a boatload of money, or gain a new set of powerful enemies. “Ball is in your court,” Valentin said as he exited Sonny’s office.

After Valentin left, Sonny called Brick. Sonny asked Brick to gather as much information as possible on Pikeman Security Group and to get back to Sonny as quickly as possible.

At Carly’s house, Carly entered the kitchen and said good morning to Josslyn.  Josslyn, who was seated at the island and focused on her open laptop, did not return Carly’s greeting. So, Carly repeated her greeting and made sure to get her daughter’s attention. Josslyn told Carly that she had decided to change her major to pre-med. Carly was taken aback, and was curious what had prompted the sudden change. Josslyn explained that she had hated feeling helpless when Dex had been shot, but Carly assured her daughter that Josslyn had done more than most people would have done under similar circumstances.

Josslyn admitted that she had felt a sense of fear both when Dex was shot and when Ava had been stabbed.  She said she did not wish to have that sense of fear anymore.  She wanted to know what to do in those situations. Josslyn was surprised at Carly’s lack of enthusiasm for her decision, but Carly had concerns because medical school was difficult and time-consuming.

Carly wanted Josslyn to be clear on her motivations.  She wanted to know if Dex had any role in Josslyn’s decision.  She cautioned Josslyn to admit her feelings for Dex with an awareness of the violence that was likely to plague Dex’s life. Josslyn promised that becoming a doctor was separate from Dex. Carly asked about Cameron and Josslyn’s mood saddened.  She said that things with Cameron just weren’t the same anymore and that she simply didn’t know how to end it.  She couldn’t stand the idea of hurting Cameron. Carly told her she understood, but that the longer she waited, the harder it would be to end things with Cameron.

At the Quartermaine gatehouse, Michael and Willow arrived home. Willow was weak and Michael helped guide her to the couch in the center of the room. He offered to make some tea, but Willow declined. She sat as Michael knelt at her feet and slid off her boots. Willow urged Michael to go about his day as usual because Michael and Wiley’s routine gave her a sense of normalcy. Willow lay down to take a nap as Michael draped a blanket on her. He promised to return soon, but he stopped at the door to look at her. “And he says he doesn’t hover,” Willow said. She smiled but her eyes remained closed.

At Dex’s apartment, Dex had a dream about Josslyn and their passionate kiss in her dorm room. He awakened and sat up quickly, but was overcome with pain from the gunshot wound. There was a knock at the door and Dex answered it to reveal Michael with his phone. As Michael entered the apartment, he handed the phone to Dex. Michael asked how the phone had ended up outside the gatehouse, so Dex told Michael about his role in Anna’s escape and the gunshot wound.

Dex explained that he had hoped Michael might get him patched up or at least to his apartment. Michael was not happy when Dex admitted that Josslyn had helped, but Michael realized that it had explained Josslyn’s strange behavior when Michael and Willow had arrived home. Michael was furious that Dex had made Josslyn an accomplice to a crime, and he was further angered when Dex admitted that Carly had gotten involved by getting him antibiotics.

Michael made it clear that he had no desire to dismantle Sonny’s organization at the expense of his mother and sister. Dex promised that this was an isolated incident and that it would never happen again, but Michael still wasn’t satisfied. Michael warned Dex that he would rather call everything off than put Josslyn at risk. “You need to find a way to keep her at arm’s length,” Michael said. Shortly after Michael left, Dex answered a knock at his door to reveal Josslyn standing in the hallway.

At the gatehouse, Willow woke up when she heard someone knocking at the door. She was confused when she saw Nina standing at the door. Nina explained that she had a favor to ask of Willow. Willow informed Nina that Wiley was at school, so Nina’s attempt to accidentally run into him would not work. Nina admitted that she had purposefully stopped by when Wiley was not home. “I was hoping you might want to help out a friend,” Nina said.

Willow poured herself a glass of water as Nina told her about the holiday project at Rice Plaza and Sasha’s role in getting everything done. Nina admitted that she had thought it might help Sasha to have Willow on hand to get the work done, but Willow told Nina that it was not a good day for her. Willow pointed out that Nina had not only taken on the project because Nina had decided it was what Sasha had needed, but Nina had put Sasha in charge of it without consulting Sasha about any of it. Nina was confident that she had made the right decision because Sasha had seemed happy when Nina had left the plaza. Willow was curious why — if Sasha had been doing great — Sasha needed friends to rally around her. “You are spinning your own narrative like you always do,” Willow said.

Willow accused Nina of not having consideration for anyone, and Willow advised Nina to pick a lane and stay in it. Nina grew  defensive. Nina claimed that she had hoped that Willow would be willing to set aside their differences to help a friend. “There goes that narrative again,” Willow said. “Willow Tait, you’re as selfish as they come,” Nina shot back. Nina insisted that Willow had everything, while Sasha had lost Liam and Brando, suffered several nervous breakdowns, and been put under a guardianship. Nina claimed that Willow’s life was perfect because Willow had graduated from nursing school, had plenty of time off from work for naps, and lived on a beautiful estate in a house with a man and son who loved and adored her. Nina also reminded Willow that she was pregnant with another child. As Nina ranted about Willow’s life being perfect, Willow lost it. 

“Shut up!” Willow screamed. Willow repeated it two more times, each time gaining momentum and anger.  Stunned by the screams, Nina stopped speaking. Willow accused Nina of using Sasha as an excuse to scheme her way back into her good graces. Willow insisted that Nina had lost her mind if she thought that she would simply look past all of the lies that Nina had spread about Willow and T.J. Carly approached the gatehouse, but slowed when she heard Willow screaming. Carly got close enough to see what was going on through the window in the door. She paused to see who Willow was speaking to and was shocked when she saw that it was Nina.

When Willow ordered Nina to leave, Carly opened the door and stood in the doorway. Nina threw her hands up in defeat. Carly was ready for an altercation, but before she could say anything, Willow fainted, her head striking the floor.

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GH Transcript Friday, December 2, 2022

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

 

Sonny: Yeah? Yeah, let — let me know what you come up with. Thank you, brick. Dante: I didn’t mean to interrupt. Oh, you’re not interrupting. What’s up? You’re my son. What are you talking about? I just wanted to thank you, again, for thanksgiving. We had a really great time being there, seeing everybody. And, you know, I… I think it must have meant a lot to gladys and sasha that you included them, as well. My commitment is always to my family. No matter what michael thinks. Yeah, that’s the real reason I’m here. We both know michael was right about you.

[ Knock on door ] Michael, hey. Hey. Thanks for coming. Yeah, your text sounded urgent. But why did you want me to meet you at my mom’s house? Because this conversation has got to be completely confidential. And there’s too many potential eavesdroppers at — at — at the quartermaines’ and probably at aurora, too. What’s going on? Look, we’ve gotta be prepared, okay? Because carly and I could both be facing criminal charges. Well, it’s almost healed. That’s what I told you. I’m fine. Nothing to worry about. God, that sounds so familiar. Oh, right, that’s what you kept saying when you were bleeding and fighting a 104 fever inside of my dorm room. So excuse me for checking it out myself. Oh, so you just came to provide medical attention? What else would I come here for? Thought maybe you wanted to see me.

[ Sam grunts ] Oh! [ Laughs ] Thank you. My pleasure. Ooh! Your timing is impeccable. So is your reach. I really appreciate you coming out to help. Yeah, dante texted me and said that you were supervising the community decorations. It was nina’s idea. She knew that I might be at loose ends as the holiday approached. Oh. Well, good for nina. And good for you, too. Nina really deserves all the credit. Not only is she a terrific person, but she is incredibly thoughtful and generous, too. Sasha was just the latest excuse for you to try to get closer to me to scheme your way back into wiley’s orbit! Which, after the lies you spread, is just ludicrous! No, I didn’t spread any lies. Oh, really? So you didn’t tell michael that tj and i were having an affair when nothing could be further from the truth? I made that one mistake. Can you just calm down? And I apologized! And if you remember correctly, you told me to drop dead. That’s because nothing else gets through to you. You don’t listen! You don’t stop! You just keep pushing and pushing! Go away, nina, and leave my family the hell alone! Oh, my god. Willow! I’ll call 911! Wait! No! Help me with willow first. Willow! Hey. Hey, willow?

I need to know what happened to that necklace. Yeah, if it burned up in the cabin, then you’re just gonna have to sift through the ashes. I must have those diamonds. They’re pivotal to my next step. Right. This was a bad idea. My son doesn’t want to see me. No, spencer doesn’t know how he feels. Look, you’re his father. He misses you, even if he is angry at you. I wish to return to my cell. Come now, spencer, is that any way to treat family? No matter how many times we might disagree, cassadines always come together in the end. Nikolas: I’m glad to see you, spencer. Even if you don’t feel the same. I cannot believe I’m hearing this. You and I both know michael’s anger is — is out of control. I keep trying and trying to reconcile, and michael doesn’t bend. Okay, look, I’m not condoning the way michael’s treated you. I don’t like the way he’s treated you. But he was telling the truth when he said that you abducted dex heller and had him beaten. I saw some of his injuries. And the only reason I didn’t arrest you is because he lied and covered for you. Yeah, I remember that came up after brando’s funeral. But that was months ago. Why — why are you bringing it up now? Because I looked the other way! You committed a felony. And now you’re doing it again. All right, you’re all set. You can put a shirt on now. Didn’t mean to make you uncomfortable. I’m not uncomfortable. That’s true. You’ve seen me in less. Yeah. You’ve slept in my bed.

[ Chuckles ] It’s too bad all I did was sleep.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, wow. You really went there. I can’t help it. I mean, of all the rotten luck to be lying in your bed too feverish to do anything but sleep. Oh, well. There’s always next time. You must be on decoration overload. You’re out here getting rice plaza ready for christmas, and then you also have your own house to decorate. Oh, I do. But, you know, I do have three elves to help with that, I hope. Anyway, scout’s always down to help, but danny and rocco, I don’t know if they’re gonna think that they’re too old for decorations. Well, too bad for them if they are. At least scout is still on board. Christmas is magic at any age, but especially for the little ones. I used to… um… what about adding some ribbon to this? Like here? Sasha, you — you don’t have to edit yourself with me. Whatever it is that you were gonna say, whatever you’re feeling, you can say it to me. I spoke to my legal team, and they think there might be a case against me and carly for insider trading. Even though carly didn’t make any money on the deal, even though the merger between elq and aurora didn’t even happen. You — you really think that ned would go to the sec? I don’t want to think that he would go that far, but I can’t really afford to think otherwise. We shared pizza together at thanksgiving, right? I can’t assume that that peace offering is just gonna make him forgive and forget. Yeah, and the quartermaines are famous for holding a grudge. Exactly. Which is why I gotta back way off. Despite my major stock position, I gotta back off. I can’t afford to provoke ned any more than I already have. Yeah, given his anger at us for feeling like we abandoned him, I don’t blame you. So, in addition to leo’s very sweet desire for family peace, I think it’s in our best interest, both me and carly, just to — to mend fences with ned. And I will, too. Thank you. So — so w-what — what can you and my mom do to, uh, you know, protect yourselves? What else can you do? Well, we could stop seeing each other. I have a cold towel. Willow, willow, honey, it’s carly. Willow, come on. Come on. Open your eyes. Willow, willow, hey. Carly. Yeah, hi. Take it easy. Wait, what? You just fainted. Hey, look at me. Yeah, yeah, you’re gonna be okay. You know what? I’m gonna call 911. No!

Nikolas is your father, spencer, and you are going to need his support when you’re released from this place. Not if you fulfill your end of our bargain! What bargain? You didn’t tell him?

[ Sighs ] I didn’t see any reason to. What are the two of you talking about? If I agreed to keep my mouth shut about you sleeping with esme, uncle victor promised me that I would receive my birthright ahead of schedule. So, you see, father, I don’t need you anymore. You’re obsolete. Uncle victor made sure of it.

[ Scoffs ] I-I can’t — I can’t say that I blame you. I haven’t been a good father. God knows I don’t deserve your forgiveness in spite of your mistakes. You are a better man than I am. I envy how you give your whole heart. And I hate that I broke it. I’m used to it. And I hate that, too. You have no reason to trust me, but if you let me in your life, I give you my word, I will never hurt you again. I would settle for not having to listen to another one of these disingenuous speeches. I told you this was a bad idea.

[ Clears throat ] Sit down! I am so disappointed in you. It is mutual! You and my father have both disregarded my wishes. And I would do it again. Even though you squandered the time I bought so you could reunite with your father. No. You may be all powerful on the outside, uncle victor, but you have competition in here. I didn’t know that you and my mom were, um, seeing each other. I mean, although things looked pretty cozy between you two at the quartermaine picnic, and, well, you did go down to florida to help my mom with her adoptive mother’s grave, which was above and beyond. To be honest, I’ve had a thing for carly for a while now. Well, still, since you’ve been back from jacksonville, I don’t know, I guess i got more of a friendship vibe. The — the point is, is that if carly and i are openly gonna be a couple then that relationship, it could strengthen the sec’s case that I gave her some sort of privileged business information. So we just gotta be casual. We gotta be casual in public and probably in private, too. How uncomfortable is this conversation making you right now? Oh, you and my mom? Hey, I mean, you know, you two are adults. And, uh, hey, I-I gotta admit, too, since my mom’s been back from florida, this is the happiest I’ve seen her in a long time. She makes me happy, too. Unfortunately… this relationship, it — it may be short-lived. I mean, you really have to go that far?

[ Sighs ] I don’t know. I — I thought that we could meet in — in private, right? But is that really fair? I mean, we can’t meet at the quartermaines’ because I live there, and there’s always someone popping in in unexpected moments in that house. Like when olivia walked in on chase in brook lynn’s bedroom, for example. Oh, you heard about that? Yeah, well, brook lynn filled me in. That was a moment. And if we meet here, this is carly’s house. Then we gotta, like, time our visits when donna and joss aren’t here. And it just seems… it seems dishonest. Maybe I just got to accept the fact that the timing isn’t right for us to be together right now. Well, what if this is the only time you get? Willow: I’m fine. Please do not call for an ambulance. Okay. Do you still feel dizzy? You’re not warm, but I’m gonna check your temperature. I’m not dizzy, and I’m — I’m not running a fever. Maybe you don’t need an ambulance, willow, but at least let us take you to the hospital. Okay? We can notify your ob? What part of “I’m fine” don’t you understand? I do not need to go to G.H. I’m not in pain. I just need to rest. Drink this. I do know that you need to stay hydrated, okay? Can we chat outside? I thought things were good between us. They are. Well? I mean, m-maybe they’re too good. I mean, we spend holidays together. W-w-we’re neighbors. Uh-huh. It seems like t-the further apart you and michael get, the closer you and I get. What’s wrong with that? Becau– what’s wrong with it? There’s been this boundary that I’ve always had to keep between my love for you as a son and my duty as a cop. And that line is starting to blur, okay? How so?

[ Scoffs ] If this was anyone else, anyone else, I would pursue the case into dex’s abduction. I’d get more evidence, I-I’d talk to witnesses, I-I’d build a case, I’d take it back to dex. I’d try and get him to cooperate. And instead, I called michael a liar. You know, I did that for your benefit, you know? I wanted you to know that I knew what you had done. But now I gotta tell you to your face. I know that you are behind what happened to dex. I never asked you to cover for me, and I never would. Okay, that’s good. Maybe then you can tell me about anna’s escape. All right, so take it easy and limit all activity for at least one more week. No offense, but how do you know? Did you consult a medical professional about me? I’ve been doing some research online. Oh, where? Bulletwounds.Com? G.H.’S website. Smart. Yeah, well, I went through all this trouble taking care of you, so it wouldn’t make sense to bail before you’re fully healed. That’s exactly what you need to do. Bail.

R our chess game.Chess? I’m improving my game in here. I’m glad to see you’re not without friends. Oh! We’re not just friends. We’re family. Yes, well, I’m spencer’s

actual family. Oh, I know who you are. Oh? All right. And you are? Cyrus renault. I’m — I’m sure you’ve heard of me. Ah! So you’re the famous cyrus renault.

[ Laughs ] Well, uh, same name, different man. The bible says, “the memory of the just is blessed, but the name of the wicked shall rot.” Ah. Less than an hour before I found out that anna’s van had crashed and she had escaped, I heard you on the phone asking someone how it went with anna. I told you I provided her help when she reached pentonville. The guy who was supposed to be driving the van ended up in a parking lot, tied up with a bag over his head. He was unharmed. Well, I’m happy to hear that. I’m sure you are, because whoever conducted anna’s escape clearly didn’t want to hurt anyone else. All they wanted was for anna to get out of there. What happened to anna? Where is she? Who else has a whole bunchof safe houses in the area? Do you see? You see what I’m talking about here? It all adds up. You broke anna out of police custody, and I’m not doing a damn thing about it! I don’t want to be, you know, too involved in my mom’s personal life, but I know from my own experience that you, uh — you have less time than you think. I’m sure you’d like to believe that you have… years and decades to spend with the person that you love to do what you dreamed of. And hopefully we get that time. If we do, but, you know, it’s not — it’s not guaranteed. Is this about the tension between you and your father? Are you worried that sonny’s gonna retaliate? Sorry if my medical skills don’t meet your high standards. You know better, okay? If you had taken me to the hospital instead of to your dorm room, okay, the er doctor would have had to report the bullet wound, and I would be behind bars. I owe you. You’re welcome. You asked me before how I got shot. Yeah, and you didn’t tell me. You don’t need to know the details to know it involves something illegal. You work for sonny. Of course you’re involved in something illegal. None of this is fine, dex. Yes, I want — I want to dismantle sonny’s life but not at the cost to my mom and sister. Look, their involvement was a one-time thing. Yeah, maybe for my mom. But you and I both know that josslyn is an issue. Look, I need you to hear me when I tell you. I’d rather blow this whole operation up than put my sister at risk. You need to find a way to keep her at arm’s length. Do you understand? I understand. Look, that’s why I need you to leave now and never come back. It’s not easy for me to acknowledge my feelings. It’s something I’m working on in therapy — taking time to process my emotions instead of letting them bottle up until they overwhelm me in a very public and messy explosion. You know, it can be really scary admitting to yourself how you really feel. Revisiting dreams that you had for someone who’s gone that you know isn’t gonna come true. I-I feel like I’ve learned that the more time passes, the more I’ve been able to, I guess, accept those dreams. And even smile a little.

[ Chuckles ] Who do you dream about? Oh, um, my first child. Daughter. You know, she was stillborn. I had no idea. I’m so sorry. It’s okay. I-I think about her all the time.

[ Chuckles ] Liam would have been about a year now. He was born near christmas. So he would have been too young to understand who santa was. But I think brando and i would have still taken him to see santa. It never happened, but… the thought of it still makes me smile. You know, carly, I don’t need another lecture from you. I didn’t come here to pick a fight with willow. I didn’t come here to orchestrate a run-in with wiley. I just came here to reach out to willow on sasha’s behalf. I believe you. I’m sorry, baby. I should have been more careful. I honestly did not mean to get so upset.

[ Breathes deeply ] I’m afraid we’re in for a bumpy ride, but we’re going to make it. I’m your mommy, and I’m going to bring you safely into this world. I promise.

I may not have a father that I can count on, but I am grateful that I have uncles who look out for me, the two of you, and uncle sonny and uncle martin. Oh, you know my brother martin, victor. Yeah. He’s my son’s attorney. Uh [Chuckles] We both know martin is much more than that. Well, I don’t want to interrupt your game, spencer, but please do reconsider mending fences with your father. Victor cassadine, mediator? Uncle victor wants peace for our family. Oh. I-I-is that why you tried to kill mine? You caused my brother great harm. The implication that I had anything to do with lucy coe’s disappearance is unfounded and, frankly, insulting. I’m not talking about ms. Coe. I’m referring to the attempt on my brother martin’s life and that of our sister, laura. Look, nina, we’re not friends, okay? But I don’t think you came here with the intention of upsetting willow so much that she fainted. But you have to stay away. You have to stay away and accept the fact that seeing you upsets willow so much. And we both know that’s not good for the baby. I would never hurt that baby. And I believe you. I really do. All right, I’ll go. If you could just tell… you know what? Don’t tell her anything.

[ Exhales deeply ] Nina’s gone. Thank you. But she’s not wrong, okay? You need to see your doctor, so please let me take you to G.H. Sonny: I don’t need your protection. You can investigate and act on whatever you want. I will do that. I just hope you covered your tracks this time.

[ Sighs ] ‘Cause next time, and there will be a next time, and probably a time after that, you might not have an employee who lies to take a beating. You might slip up and thenI’m gonna have to do something that I don’t want to do. So you feel the same way that michael does, that I should lose my family? I should, you know, take everything — everything that I love away from me? Would you stop? I’m not michael! I’m not michael. I’m not out to get you. I love you, dad. But I took an oath to uphold the law, and I’m gonna keep that oath. I don’t expect anything less. And if it gets worse and you’re forced to arrest me one day, I’m always gonna love you. I’m not gonna love you any less. You understand me? Well, I wouldn’t blame you if you did. It’s not gonna happen. Ever. Hey, I can cover if you want to take a break. Thanks. No, I’m — I’m having fun. It feels good to do something useful and positive. Yes. Not that putting up christmas decorations will change the world. No. Maybe not. But, you know, people do seem to take extra care of each other this time of year. And you get a lot of smiles with all the decorations and the trees lit up. I know. I’m — I’m grateful to be part of it. Even if it’s in a small way. It turns out that what people have been telling me is true. Helping others is a great way to help yourself. I don’t believe I’m in, um, physical danger from my father. The — the emotional damage has already been done. It’s the, uh [Exhales deeply] This whole rift with my father, it’s — it’s made me value my family even more. You know, I [Sighs] I spent the first year and a half of wiley’s life believing that he was dead. And now I have him. And now I have — I have — I have willow and a baby on the way. Every day is precious to me. I just want to, you know, freeze time and — and live in this place of joy with…

[ Sighs ] Willow and the kids. If only we could. Yeah, life has a way of messing up your plans. But when that happens, all I can really do is just do — deal with it the best that I can. Can’t argue with that. But what I won’t do is — is waste any more time, you know, or — or overlook the little things, you know, like… the look of wonder on willow’s face when she, uh, feels the baby kick or how wiley insists that I read willow’s baby bump a bedtime story.

[ Chuckles ] Which, of course, you do. Those things, they, um — they only come around once. You don’t get do-overs. So if you and my mom feel like you have to hide, then — then hide, but just… don’t pass on the chance at something really good. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna go home to willow. All right.

The attack on my grandmother and uncle martin at the safe house last year? Uncle victor had nothing to do with that. My sources don’t lie, nor do my instincts.

[ Scoffs ] Says the man who held trina robinson and her mother at gunpoint and tried to kill spencer’s friend britt westbourne? Or does the attack on dr. Westbourne not count because you only sent your minions to do your dirty work? I don’t hear you denying what you did to laura and martin. I don’t answer to you. You will if you ever go near my family again! And that includes spencer. You do not want me as an enemy! Or I’ll go on your hit list, too? Don’t let this man manipulate you, spencer. I don’t get manipulated. And I won’t ever again. Now, if there’s nothing else that you have to say — as I said, I don’t want to interrupt your game. But remember, spencer, your pawns need to be guarded. And you won’t always have a knight to ride to your rescue. Could it be more obvious? “Instantly there dropped from his eyes what seemed to be scales, and he could see once more.” I-I-I’m sorry you had to learn about victor this way. I’m not really in the mood to play chess. I think I’m just gonna go back to my cell. Thanks for hooking me up to the portable fetal monitor and taking a look yourself. Yeah, okay, the baby’s heartbeat looks fine, and your blood pressure is good.

[ Sighs ] But I’m no ob, all right? I’m not gonna insist you go to G.H., But you have to promise me you’re gonna go to your doctor in the next couple days. What happened? I-it’s nothing.

[ Door closes ] Okay, why do you need see the doctor then? Because willow fainted. You fainted?

[ Scoffs ] Why? What’s — what’s — what’s wrong? I’m fine. Once again, I forgot to eat. Willow didn’t want to call an ambulance, but I think she needs to see her ob. Yeah, I’ll make sure of it. All right. You need to rest, and willow needs some tlc. I’ll make sure of that, too. Thank you, carly. Yeah. Take care of yourself, please. Michael, I love you. Love you, too. Who are you calling? Dr. Randolph. She needs to know that you fainted. Nina! Hello. Hi. So, what do you think of our progress so far? It’s great. It’s really great. Everyone’s doing a fantastic job. Nina, you don’t have to pretend with me. Did something happen? It’s just, sometimes I’m afraid that I really am as awful as willow thinks I am. You better pace yourself there, pretty. We have a penthouse to decorate.

[ Chuckles ] Hi. Hey. I was just telling sasha that scout will definitely want to help decorate. But what about the boys? Do you think they’re gonna… the boys. …Feel like they’re above it all? I don’t know. You know rocco, he seems like he’s kinda going through something right now. But danny will — will step up for scout’s sake. But you know what? The minute ornaments and candy canes come out, they — they’ll get into it. Yeah. You know? Our boys aren’t as old as they think they are. Thank god. Thank god? Where’d that come from? Just…my father. I love him, but, uh… I don’t know, our relationship has always just been a bit of a minefield. And I’m hoping that me and rocco don’t turn into that when he’s an adult. Look, you’re out of bandages and you need more antibiotic ointment, so I’m gonna go get you some more. Don’t bother, okay? I can order that stuff online. I don’t need you to come back. Skip it, dex. It’s not gonna work. Why not? The big speech? You try to warn me about how dangerous you are, and you try to push me away for my own good? I know that you’re dangerous. Hello? You were beating up some guy under sonny’s orders the night we met. Look. You can do so much better than him. You’re resourceful. You keep your head in a crisis. You’re loyal. You don’t complain even when you’re hurt. Dex heller. Hero. Stop it, dex. I found you bleeding. I nursed you through a fever. I sat up with you all night to make sure that you were still breathing. So I’m not gonna walk out of here and pretend that what we went through together doesn’t mean something.

Most of the tension between you and sonny is because you’re a cop, and sonny is…you know… mm-hmm. …Sonny. Yeah. As long as rocco doesn’t want to grow up to be like his grandfather, I don’t think you have anything to worry about. Yeah, but, you know, fathers and sons, they — they butt heads about stuff. Hey. You see my face? Yeah, it’s a beautiful face. Does it look worried to you? No. It’s because I see you and rocco interact every day. Mm-hmm. You know what I see? No. Love, falconeri! Not only your love for rocco, but rocco’s love for you. And you know what that tells me? That our love is so strong it’ll survive any… stop! Don’t make fun of me. …Disagreement we ever have? You’re so smart. I just get it through osmosis from living with you. Thank you. For what? I don’t know, making me look forward to christmas… for our blended family, for the traditions we’re gonna make. I already got my christmas present. Oh. Me, too. Mm. It’s too bad I don’t have a flask of brandy to go with this hot chocolate. That bad? It’s my fault that willow fainted. I never should have gone over to her place. You know, for a smart woman, I do a lot of stupid things. If something happens to willow and that baby, I will never forgive myself. You made a mistake.

[ Sighs ] Welcome to the club. The important thing here is to take a breath, figure out how it happened, and how to avoid it happening again. Well, I know the answer to that. And ironically, I got it from carly. Well, carly is a smart lady. Yeah. Even though it galls me to admit this, carly did make me see that the only thing that I can do for willow… is stay away from her. Thanks for the soup. I feel much better. Michael, staring at your phone isn’t going to make terry call you back any faster. You know, maybe we should just go to G.H. Look, if the chemo is causing you to faint — not the chemo. Nina. Or rather, my response to her. Wait, nina was here? She volunteered sasha to oversee the decorations in rice plaza and then showed up here to ask me to help. And when I tried to decline, nina called me selfish. Nina called you selfish? Things went downhill from there. I snapped, started screaming at nina, next thing I know, lights out. All right, I’m gonna make sure nina never comes back here again, okay? I don’t think that will be a problem. I’m pretty sure my fainting scared nina even more than it did me. You know, honestly, though, I-I — I doubt that nina actually would have got into an argument with you if she knew that you just had chemo. Look, we need to find you a bone marrow donor, and we need people like nina to start treating you with consideration. Michael. Willow, look, we need to tell people that you have leukemia. Drew! Wow. Um… not that I’m complaining at all, but, um, what is going on? Wh–

[ Inhales sharply ] I have it on very good advice that we should take full advantage of the time that we have together, while we’re lucky enough to have it. Well, I’m not gonna argue with that, but I thought you had — we had to stay away from each other. Yeah, well, I can’t stay away from you. And we’re lucky enough to have this big house on acres of grounds with secluded little nooks and crannies. Well, since we’re so lucky…

[ Cellphone chimes ] You have to answer that. No, I don’T. Yeah. Mnh-mnh. You have to answer it. I don’t have — get it. Get it. Get it. Get it. It’s okay. Good news. We got a lead on willow’s birth parents. I won’t hang around where I’m not wanted, but I’m not gonna deny what’s standing right in front of me. And neither can you. Joss. It’s like this wall went up between us. And you remembered that you have to protect little old me from big, bad you. I call B.S. On that. I make my own decisions. I know the risks I’m taking. If you don’t want me, just say that. I’m trying to do the right thing here. Try being honest instead. You want honest?

[ Knock on door ] Sonny: It’s sonny. Open up.

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