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Everyone: hi, beautiful.

[ Sighs ] Oh, no. Did I miss the fireworks? You sure did.

[ Sighs ] Which means that you did, too. Being here with you, I am missing nothing. Have I told you that you are the best husband in the entire universe? Not enough. Look, I just want you to get better so that we can have decades of 4th of julys ahead of us. That’s the plan. Good. So, um, now that we’re past the worst of it, be straight with me. How bad is the fallout? Well, I-I-I called weeks ago to make an appointment with a genetic specialist, and, um, they keep calling to reschedule. And I wanted to see if I could get fit in as soon as you possibly can. Thank you. Um, the soonest date you have, please, because I-it’s urgent. Urgent? Portia, what’s going on? Can I make a confession? You’re the cop, not me. I have been wanting to do that for a long time. Sonny: Who bought carly’s half of the hotel? Real estate agent would not say. I should have just gone with my gut. You know, I offered to buy carly’s half of the hotel back from the stillwater people. She turned me down flat. I should’ve just ignored her. I should have done it anyway, and we wouldn’t be in this situation right now. You cannot blame yourself because carly is independent to a fault. Yeah, we know that, but why couldn’t she have just said yes to you or to me? Now we’re stuck with some buyer who is clearly not going to let her keep it. Unless she has a guardian angel.

[ Door closes ] Carly, I bought your half of the metro court. You? Yeah. Just closed the deal. You’re unbelievable. Your petition to get wiley didn’t go your way, so, what, you want to stick it to me and my family and take something else that I love?! Just the opposite. I didn’t buy the hotel for me, carly. I bought it for you.

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This was a-a consult for a patient. Uh, an urgent consult. I may have overstated just a bit.

[ Chuckles ] I bet that gets quicker results. It certainly does.

[ Chuckles ] So what brings you by G.H.? Uh, certainly not a fireworks mishap, I hope. No, nothing like that. I just wanted to give you an update. Did you find evidence that trina was set up? No. But thanks to marshall, we now have a lead. You’ve been waiting a long time to kiss me? I’m glad you finally did. Yeah? Oh, unless… what? Well, I told you that I wanted a distraction tonight. Was that all this was? Oh, definitely not. Well, actually, maybe. I-I don’t know. You don’t know? I mean, you should probably check to make sure. Don’t you think? It’s the responsible thing to do. Exactly. The only thing that you need to worry about is resting and recovering.

[ Sighs ] So it’s that bad? No, it’S… brando, I am so embarrassed. Why? Why? I had a breakdown on live television. Dr. Collins is holding me here. Maxie and lucy must be fielding all kind of questions. Hey, they got it covered. It’s just, oh, I feel awful. This is the second time that I have majorly messed up. It’s not fair to them. Can you believe the cafeteria ran out of hot dogs on the 4th of july? Well, that has to be illegal.

[ Chuckles ] You’re awake. How are you feeling? She is stressed, so please tell her that everything at deception is fine, that lucy and maxie are handling pr, that everything will be back to normal in no time. It’s my mess.

I should be there to clean it up. It is being handled, and everyone is far more concerned about you. Well, this timeout was much needed. I feel so much better now. Tomorrow, I go home, and back to business as usual. What’s that look? We’ll talk about it tomorrow. I want to talk about it now. Is something wrong? What aren’t you guys telling me? Olivia: Hey. Hey. How’d the kids like the fair? Oh, they loved it. They loved it. They’re all back at your place now, all safe and sound. Good. Thanks for taking them. Yeah, yeah, it was fun. Um, is carly around? Well, I haven’t seen her for a minute, but I’m sure she’s around here somewhere. Yeah, we just heard that someone bought carly’s share of the metro court. Wait. You think it was me? Was it? I kind of wish it was, actually. I thought we’d have more time to strategize. You’ve been doing a lot of that lately, like strategizing, uh, on carly’s behalf. It hasn’t really been doing anybody any good, though, has it? Okay, are you guys going to clue me in, or are you just going to keep speaking in code? I tried to sell nina crimson so that I could reimburse carly so she could keep the hotel.

That’s what you were doing in nina’s office? That’s a great idea. Yeah. Unfortunately, it wasn’t great enough to work, though. Yeah, but you had to try. I did. I did. She wouldn’t be in this mess if it wasn’t for me. You bought my half of the hotel? I did. To give it back to you. No strings attached. I don’t know what to say. You don’t have to say anything, carly. I don’t think it was right that you lost everything just because you wanted to help your son. That’s not fair. Believe it or not, I just wanted to do this for you. If you’re sincere… I am. …Then something’s in it for you. What is it? Good pr? What, nina? Do you want to reinvent yourself by being my financial savior? Oh. You’re just praying that wiley finds out about this one day. Is that it? No, I — I understand that what I did to you was unforgivable. What you did to my family. I understand that. Okay, so, what, you’re going to give me back my hotel and it’s going to make up for everything, is that it? No! Nothing that I ever do will fully repair the damage that I caused you. The damage? You mean ripping my family apart and turning sonny into a man his kids don’t even recognize? No, nina, you can never repair that! Okay. Okay. So you agree that I owe you? Hell, yeah, you owe me. Okay, then let me do this for you.

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what’s the new lead? Okay, well, one of marshall’s band members, um, jack — I think his name is jack. Yeah. Jack gave us the name and the address to the bartender that trina and josslyn found — oz haggerty. Now, he’s the same man that sold esme that burner phone. The one that was planted in trina’s bag. Well, that’s wonderful. Yeah, well, when we went back to the bar and we went to his apartment, he was nowhereto be found. We figure he’s lying low, ’cause the cops were called up to the highsider. Wait, so he hasn’t been back to work since then? No. Shady, right? Yeah, it’s very shady. But what if you don’t find him? It’s just another dead end. Hey, don’t do that. Don’t lose faith. Me and curtis are nowhere close to giving up on exonerating trina. There’s already another plan in motion. We need to discuss treatment options for when you’re released. Treatment options? I already told you I’m feeling so much better. I was just really stressed out, okay? Sasha. I mean, come on. Under normal circumstances, I would have been fine, but putting a baby carrier on me that soon after liam’s death, that’s not normal. I — I get that. I really do. But you hadn’t seen the baby carrier yet when you took those pills. The pills. Yeah. You found them on me after you brought me here. Brando… that was just a one-time thing to help me deal. I swear. It wasn’t just a one-time thing. Gladys: I told him the truth, that you admitted to using uppers to get through the ipo. Because I was stressed. I told him that, too. Did you also tell him that I stopped? I’ll let you two talk. Brando… listen to me. I’m okay. I don’t need any more treatment. I love you. And I’m worried about you. You don’t have to be. I am done with the pills. You have to believe me. I want to more than anything in the world, but I can’T. Drew, you can’t — I set the whole thing in motion, olivia, okay? I met with an executive consultant. She pitched me the idea of merging aurora and elq. I thought it was a great idea. I got on board. I got michael on board, pitched it to ned, which turns out was a big miscalculation. I think the less said about ned switching sides, the better. In order for the strategy to work, I had to inflate the stock value of aurora, which is a legitimate tactic. The merger went through, the stock would have held its value. But with that said, I should never have let carly get involved. As if you can stop her. Yeah. Once carly sets her mind to something, that’s it. We all know that. I just [Sighs] Think all we can do now is support her. And she’s going to need a lot of that right now because she’s got some tough times ahead of her. Car’s ready, boss. Visiting hours will be over soon. Thank you, dex. I’ve got to go check in on, uh, sasha and brando. Oh, yeah. Please, please, that poor girl. Give her my best, all right? I heard what happened. That’s just so awful. Listen, I know carly is not going to want my help, but if she needs anything, I’m here, okay? Yeah. We’ll let you know. Yeah. Okay.

[ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone ringing ] Brick? Yeah, thanks for calling me back. Listen, um, I need you to check in on some information for me. Yeah, yeah. Right away. Now? After months of posturing, you want to do what’s right now? T-that’s not fair. Fair. You want to talk to me about fair, nina? Ever since I got back from — we got back from nixon falls, I have been trying to make up for my mistakes. Is that what you call sleeping with my husband and dragging us all to court, so you can force yourself on wiley? He’s my grandson! Okay, can we try to think about this practically? All right, I know there is nothing that I can do to balance out the scales, but maybe this will tip it a little bit more towards the middle. And that is all that I want. I’m sure you believe that. I’m sure that you have convinced yourself that you are really trying to make amends, because the truth is far less flattering. You bought my half of the hotelso sonny couldn’T.

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I’m sure he told you that he was going to offer to help me. Yeah, he did. And that just kills you, doesn’t it, knowing that sonny dropped everything and ran to my rescue? No, it didn’t kill me. I expected it, actually. I know that you and sonny will always be connected. That’s what happens when you share children. Right. Funny you mention that, because michael is sonny’s son. And yet, sonny sat in that courtroom and listened to your lawyer attack michael, and he did nothing. That is why I am turning down sonny’s offer to help me, and that is why I am turning down yours. You had your attorney accuse michael of being violent towards women, and nothing could be further from the truth. And thank god the judge could see through scott’s lies. And thank god michael could keep his cool and defend himself. But the fact that it happened at all is on you, nina. What you did to my family, sleeping with my husband, that’s nothing compared to what you did to michael. I will never forgive you for what you did to him in that courtroom. And I would rather crawl on broken glass than ever take anything from you. You’re such a saint. And your attorney attacked me for all the things I did in my past. I had to do what I did. You backed me into a corner. I don’t care, nina! I don’t care if you believe all of your lies. And I don’t care if sonny believes every single word. You can’t come in here and cry a little and say pretty things and give me back my hotel and expect everything to be okay. This place is yours. I will be out by the end of the week.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Door slams ] I really am sorry that I cost you your business partner. Hey, did you hear me? I told you, it’s not your fault.

[ Sighs ] Come on. Honestly, you don’t blame me, not even a little bit? Might things have gone a little different and michael had not tried to drive ned out of his family company… the intention was never to ice out ned. By the time you told ned about the aurora merger, the thing was already a done deal with no place for him in the family business. Okay, that’s just not true. Okay, no place he wanted. So ned, the guy who led the charge to reclaim elq for the quartermaines ends up siding with valentin? You cannot be okay with that. I stand by my husband. Fair enough. I just wish that the members of this family were not constantly at odds with each other. Yeah, well, it seems to be the quartermaine way. Yeah. You know, before the vote, I told michael that this merger could be the one thing to really kind of cement my place in the family.

[ Laughs ] Well, you got that right. You are a quartermaine through and through. I was trying to protect the family from valentin. How’d that work out for you? Not great. But it’s nobody’s fault but ned’S. I mean, what he did was incredibly selfish, olivia, and it burned a lot of people in the process. Well…you got burned by the quartermaines for the first time. Don’t worry. It won’t be your last. Welcome to the family, drew. So I was able to use one of my P.I. Connections to, uh, access the known associates of the bartender. So we should have the name and the addresses any minute. And you think that that’s where he is? Well, that is, uh, the hope. Yeah, but why? Well, because he knows he’s connected to the crimes that trina is accused of. I’m sure that, uh, he’s scared that if he gets drawn in, that it’ll be trouble for him. And who knows? Who knows what else might be unearthed from his past? So if we can, uh, get this bartender guy to admit that he sold that phone to esme, it could blow this case wide open. The trial starts tomorrow, curtis.

[ Cellphone rings ] I know. Here he is right here. Okay. All right. Hey, what do you got for me? Marshall, I wanted to thank you for everything that you’ve been doing to try to help trina. I-I really appreciate it. Hey, no, no, no, portia. You — you raised a wonderful young woman. The fact that all these people out here are willing to go to bat for her is a testament. That’s a testament to that. And I just pray that it’s enough and that we can end this finally once and for all. Of course. It’s official. Not a distraction. You? It’s definitely not a distraction. I really like you, rory. I like you, too. Like, a lot. And you’re obviously a great guy. Oh, no. What? Here comes the “but.” I wanted you to kiss me. I really enjoyed it, and I don’t regret it. But… see? This can’t happen again. Do you mind if I ask why? It’s complicated. I mean, you’re so awesome to me and my friends, except for the time that you arrested spencer and cameron and — now, hold on. Are you backing off us because you’re still hung up on spencer? How’s sasha? Thank god you’re here. I messed everything up. W-what do you mean? I knew sasha was struggling. Right. But she asked me not to tell brando, so I didn’T. And if I’d been up front with him, it wouldn’t have gotten this bad. You thought you were helping your daughter-in-law, right? Yeah. And I only made everything worse. We can only do what’s best in the moment. If you ask me, all you’ve done is stepped up for sasha.

[ Sighs ] Then why does it feel like I’m failing her? It’s not failing, okay? You’re trying. That’s not failing. You know who would have been proud? Mike. You think so?

[ Chuckles ] I know so.

[ Sighs ]

[ Laughs ] You told me that my mom was overreacting about you using again. She was. Like gladys said, I only needed some help to get through the ipo. By the time she found out, I had already stopped using. Yeah, but the point is, you lied to me. You lied to me. I don’t know what I’m supposed to do with that. I lied to you because why worry you over nothing? I didn’t want to start our life together that way. Which brings me to my next question.

[ Sighs ] Were you using drugs when we got married?

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I was not high during our ceremony. But I — I did take some pills the morning that I proposed. That does not change anything, brando. How can you say that?! Because pills or not, I wanted to marry you more than anything. Being your wife makes me so happy, brando.

You make me so happy. You make me happy, too. Okay. So, those drugs, they have nothing to do with my feelings for you. I just — I just needed a little something to help with the stress and the — the pressure. But it’s over now. Look, sasha. Look, I-I’m an addict, too, remember? And the road to sobriety, it’s not a straight line. You had a setback. Yeah, a setback. That’s all it was. And I will be there to help support you to get through it. And we’ll make sure that you’re fully comfortable with the rehab plan. Rehab? Yeah. I mean, you can’t just snap your fingers and think you can get yourself back on track. I was stressed. You think that’s the last time you’re going to feel that way? There are therapists that can help you deal with those triggers. Okay. I’ll go to therapy. Done. Rehab therapists. Brando… I just want to go home with you. You need more than I know how to give. And I care about you too much to pretend otherwise. I’d ask you to do this for me, but we both know that this is something that you have to do for yourself.

[ Door opens ] Sonny’s here, but I can tell him you’re not ready for visitors. You should go talk to him. Thank him for coming, but I’m — I’m — I’m not ready. Think about what I said. Hey. How you holding up? I really appreciate you coming by, but this isn’t a good time. No, I understand. Anything I could do? I wish I knew how to get through to sasha. Listen, you’re going to figure it out. You just keep showing her that you love her, that you’re going to be by her side. Eventually, she will start listening. Spencer and i were never together. He has absolutely nothing to do with what’s going on between you and me. And — and what is that exactly? Let’s be real. My trial’s tomorrow, and I am no closer to proving that esme set me up. And if I’m convicted — that’s a huge “if.” If I am, what future do you and i possibly have? You definitely love your husband. You are damn right I do. I just hope that you see that I was trying to do what’s right by the family. I — I mean, I did not deserve what ned did. Yeah, but that’s the thing, drew. It’s not about who deserves what. These are quartermaines. Mm. For better or for worse. Yeah, and a lot of times, it’s for the worse. D-do they love each other? Yes, they do. But they just cannot help giving in to their worst impulses. I just thought that we could come together against valentin. Instead, ned turned against us. Yeah. And that kind of thing is going to happen again and again. And when it does, you’ve got a choice to make. You either hang on to your bitterness and you drive the family further apart… or? …Or you choose to forgive and you bring together the people that you love. Until the next time someone stabs you in the back. Yeah. And, um, that will happen. It’s just the way it is. What can I say? I wish it wasn’t the case. But [Sighs deeply] If I can accept it, so can you. Hey. How are you doing? Um… I don’t know. The most surreal, twisted thing just happened. All right, listen, I got to — I got to go. I’m sorry. You going to be all right? Yeah. Yeah. Uh, thanks again for coming, man. Yeah. Gotta go. Let’s go.

[ Elevator bell dings ]

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I’m here to check on sasha. I’m guessing that’s why you’re here, too? I need to talk to you in private. Give us a minute. Sonny, is something wrong? Come on. Sorry about your wife. Thanks. She’s going to be okay.

[ Scoffs ] No offense, but you don’t know that. The odds look good with the support system she’s got. Between you and sonny, you’ll get her through whatever’s going on. I wish I had your confidence. You’re a vet, right?

[ Sighs ] Marines. Fought in iraq. So you’ve seen and experienced some pretty rough stuff. You’re still here. I’ve heard you’re a vet, too. Yeah. Army. Afghanistan. Whereabouts? I had a buddy that was stationed at bagram for a while. We were there, too, which isn’t that big a coincidence. A lot of units end up there. Then they sent us to kandahar. How many tours? Ah, just the one. Gladys, please, I need you to have my back on this. You — you saw how I stopped taking the pills the first time. You didn’t stop for very long. But I’ve learned my lesson now. I just — I can’t push myself so hard at work anymore. I — going forward, I’m going to make a point to take more down time. Sasha, you’re acting like this is no big deal. It isn’T. You just had a break with reality on national television. Okay, okay, that part was a big deal, but that was an isolated incident. They forced me to model a baby carrier. Okay, all right, so you’re just going to go through the rest of your life being triggered by infants and anything related to them?

[ Sighs ] Sasha, honey, it’s clear you haven’t processed losing liam, not to mention everything you’ve been through since. Why are you fighting this? Get the help you so obviously need. Been meaning to say thank you. Thank you for what? Well, allowing me to stay with you and curtis. That’s, uh — look, I’ll be out of your hair as soon as I’m able.

[ Laughs ] There’s no rush, really. Really. Nah. This is one hell of a time, portia, what with trina’s trial and all this. No, no, no. It’s — it’s fine, marshall, really. I — we love having you. Ah, thank you. There is something that I wanted to tell you, too. You know that I’m well aware of the stigmas of mental illness. I mean, even to this day. And it took a lot of courage for you to open up to us about your diagnosis. Well, better late than never, right? Yeah, I think so. Don’t you? I’m grateful things are finally okay between me and my son. Schizophrenia usually presents itself in the early 20s, so you must have been living with symptoms for a while before you realized what they were. Mainly paranoia — just thinking the government was watching me. And actually, that wasn’t going on that long before my arrest, so… really? Yeah. Paranoia was your, um — was your only symptom? Well, it’s possible I might have wrote off some other things, but I don’t think anything overly abnormal. Oh! Please tell me that your contact found something that can help trina. Nina? Yep. Nina bought your half of the hotel? Yeah, as a gift for me. Isn’t that sweet? What’s the angle? Oh, there are tons, but mainly, she wants to ease her conscience after all the hell she unleashed on me and my family. But as always, all roads lead to wiley, so I’m sure she’s just doing this so she can ingratiate herself with him. What’d you say? I said hell no. That’s what I figured. Are you surprised? No. Just part of me wishes you’d taken her up on it. I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. We were partners, and I made a decision that has left you twisting. But, olivia, I mean, no matter how bad I feel, I-I-I can’t accept nina’s offer. I won’t accept her offer. I sympathize. I get it. I do. It’s just the thought of running this place with her… you know what? I got to go. Uh, I promised leo that I would tuck him in, so… will you please kiss him good night for me? Of course, honey. We’ll talk tomorrow, right? Yeah. You’re committed. I’ll give you that. You said you were going to dig yourself out of this hole by yourself, and look at you. Offer number three turned down flat. Nina accused michael of being violent towards women in open court. Yeah, I turned her down. I could be starving and destitute, and I wouldn’t accept a damn dime from that woman. I get that. So… what’s the plan now? Sonny, stop! You’re freaking me out! Did — did you buy carly’s half of the metro court? Yes, I did, and I’m actually surprised that you hadn’t beaten me to it. Well, she doesn’t want my help. Why?Why? Why what, sonny? Why did I buy the — the half of carly’s — yes, why? Okay! Because I wanted to give it back to her. And? And she accused me of being self-serving. Do you blame her?

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uy just e-mailed me a listof all known associates and their addresses. Taggert’s going to help him check them out. That’s wonderful. Yeah, so by tomorrow morning, we should have all the evidence we need to fight these charges against trina and put an end to this ridiculous nightmare. Need to get started. Yeah, um, it’s late, dad. Why don’t, um, you let me take you home, and I can look into these leads myself? No, son. Not happening. Marshall, really. Portia, I’ve lost enough time with my family. I don’t intend to waste any more of it. And you and trina, you’re part of that family now. How do you argue with that? You don’T. Everything’s going to work out. How do you know? Because I have faith. We’ll get the answers we need to exonerate you. That means more to me than you know, rory. But until this trial is behind me… you have to take life one day at a time. More like hours at this point. So how about for the next couple of hours, we just enjoy the here and now, no worrying about the future or what tomorrow might bring, just you, me, and the pleasure of each other’s company? What do you say? I say yes. Do you know anything about the stars or constellations? Just that they’re really beautiful. They really are. Do you know how frustrating it is to keep telling people that you’re fine and no one believes you? I do not need to be shipped off to rehab. We just want what’s best for you, sasha. Oh! And both brando and dr. Collins think you would benefit from some more specialized treatment. And it doesn’t matter what I think? Of course it does. But maybe it’s a good idea to get some outside opinions, not to mention professional ones. I appreciate them trying to help, but they’re wrong. I do not need to go to rehab. And in 24 hours, it won’t be anyone’s decision but my own. I enlisted right out of high school. I don’t regret serving, but I almost died so many times, I lost count. Yeah, I know what you mean. A guy in your unit dies, you don’T. Was there a reason, or was it just random? Either way, what are you supposed to do with the life you get to keep? I decided not to tempt fate. You know, when my enlistment was up, I got out. I’m going to go grab a coffee. You want something? No. I don’t have a plan, but hell will freeze over before it involves nina reeves. Copy that. Look, you decided what was important to you. You stuck to it. That — that takes guts. Or a serious stubborn streak, right? Yeah. Well, that too. It’s just my family is all I really have right now, and I’m not going to do anything to risk losing them for anything or anyone. Do we need to do another toast to — to rising again?

[ Chuckles ] I would settle for just finding my way. Right now, I’m feeling really lost, and I don’t like that feeling because it’s foreign and it’s scary and it’s — it’s not me. I know.

[ Sighs ] Nina: I expect carly to think the worst of me. But not you. Nina, that’s not what I meant. You and carly had been going at each other’s throats. That’s your history. Why wouldn’t she think that you’re being self-serving? You have a point. Right. But carly is not 100% wrong. I bought her half of the metro court because I was trying to repair some of the damage that I caused. Are you being serious now? Yes, sonny! Which would not only make me feel better, but this is the reason — I wanted to maybe make things a little easier for us to move forward. All that pain… wouldn’t it be nice if it was behind us? Well, it is better that you bought it than someone else. We can’t undo the past. We can only make peace with it. Have you? I haven’t been clear with you lately. Things have been up in the air. But I-I do want to be with you. And what– whatever it takes, wherever that leads us… …I’m all in.

[ Chuckles ]

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[ Indistinct conversations ]

[ Water splashing ]

[ Inhales sharply ] Whoa. Whoa, we’re losing sun. How long was I out? About an hour. Oh, sorry about that. You deserved it. Oh, you — you deserve this, too. You know, it has been a glorious day in the sun. Mm-hmm. Thanks to drew. We haven’t gotten any S.O.S. Calls from the county fair, have we? Oh, I think with drew’s navy seal training, he could survive a day with rocco, scout, and danny. Yeah, probably. Don’t forget, they got the sleepover at the q’s tonight, too. Ouch. All four kids?

[ Laughs ] I think we may have pushed it just a little bit. You know what? I think they’re in good hands. Plus, that gives us a chance to focus on nobody but us. Let’s go snag a place on the roof terrace so we can watch the fireworks. We’re already pushing it by being here. Carly banned us from the pool, remember? We can go to the park. But the view is so much better on the terrace. Which is reason number two to skip it. Joss, cam, and trina are probably already up there. Trina: Sorry, joss. Maybe trying to do something tonight was a bad idea. I can’t seem to get out of my own head. Me neither. I can’t help but think about the trial starting tomorrow. It just feels like it’s been looming over me for so long, and part of me is glad that it’s finally happening, but I do dread having to go to the courtroom, listening to that ada trash me to the jury. Hey, don’t worry. Don’t worry about that, okay? The jury’s going to hear from me and cam, too. We’re the victims, and we’re testifying on your behalf, so that’s got to outweigh anything that that overeager ada has prepared. We got you. This is how we’re celebrating the nation’s birthday? When you agreed to meet me, I was hoping there’d be hot dogs and a marching band. Hmm. The marching band was booked, and I’m super busy. I hear you’re busy, too. Congratulations on fending off michael and drew and maintaining control of elq. I thought you’d be pleased. Pleased? Someone told michael that he can’t get everything he wants? Absolutely. I was thinking more along the lines of carly. Look, I don’t like what you’re proposing, carly.

[ Scoffs ] Are you comfortable assuming more debt? No, of course not. But from what you’re telling me, it’s my only option. I have to secure another loan if I want to buy back my half of the metro court.

[ Sighs ] Well, I’ll make some calls. But prepare yourself. The interest rates on such a large loan — it’s going to be quite high. A loan? Carly, are you out of your mind? This is the perfect spot to watch fireworks. Port charles always puts on the best show. No offense to pautuck’s lightning bugs. None taken. You’re probably right. You’re not even going to defend your hometown? No, what’s the point? I’m a lucky guy. I’m here, enjoying the holiday. I’m so happy to be here with you.

[ Indistinct conversations, upbeat music playing ] Kill me now. Ah, what a day, right? Ha. Can’t wait for the fireworks. Are you talking about the ones that the city puts on? I mean, unless you got some cherry bombs hidden somewhere.

[ Laughs ] Mom must be in her office. Let’s just go, michael. You feeling tired? We don’t have to stay for the fireworks. We can grab wiley and go watch them at the house. I’m a little tired, but it’s because I’m pregnant. Nothing to worry about. Worried? No. I’m on top of the world. And I’m right there with you. Uh, mom might be in the restaurant. Why don’t we go look for her there? Okay. Okay, fine. But first… sonny: Hi. Hey. Um, I’m just glad you’re up and about. How you feeling? Thank you. I’m much better. Did they find out why you fainted? Yes. There’s something you should know.

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Please tell me I just misheard that. You cannot possibly be considering a loan when you are so deep in the hole you can’t even see daylight. Don’t you think I know it’s a big risk? But it’s the only way I can buy my half of the hotel back before stillwater venture group gets a better offer, olivia. It isn’t the only way. You can swallow your stubborn pride and let your friends help you. Unless pride is the only thing I have left. Valentin: I hadn’t realized how heavily invested in aurora carly was. It was a surprise, all right. And we’ll just file that under “unintended collateral benefits.” When I stayed in power, aurora stock tanked and carly lost big. Well, valentin, don’t expect a standing ovation. Well, don’t tell me you’ve softened towards her. Not me. But sonny has. You said you were fine. I hope everything’s — you’re better, right? Oh, I am. What I meant is that I’ve been meaning to thank you for your help the other day by the pool. I understand that you caught me when I fainted, and you even went to G.H. To make sure that I was all right. Of course. I mean… you’re family. We should get going, catch up with mom. Thank you again, sonny. Yeah. Okay. I’m out of here. What? Why? You said you’d stay. For the picnic. Now that’s over. So, um, watching the two of you make goo-goo eyes at each other all night is not what I signed up for. Right. I wonder what happened to all the other people. Yeah, I mean, we had no way of knowing that nobody else would show up. I’m sure they had better things to do. We still had fun, though, didn’t we? Yes. [ Laughs ] So much fun. But now it’s time to leave. Ah, celebratory greetings, friends. Apologies for the late arrival. Look, britt! Spinelli! Ah, I don’t know what you’re talking about, sir. I am an officer of the law. Ugh. Sad how things change.

[ Chuckles ] You were the one that snuck fireworks into camp. Yeah.

[ Laughs ] That was impressive firepower, man. Yeah. It kind of was. You were the one who actually told the counselors that they belonged to the gallagher twins. Oh, please don’t tell me that with maturity comes remorse. Hell, no. Those two little punks? My god. Watch, they’re probably, like, wall street hotshots right now. Oh, god. Right?

[ Sighs ] Hey, look who’s here. Oh, hey. Okay. What are you guys talking about? Uh, illicit fireworks stories. You got any?

[ Laughs ] No. I… plead the fifth. Oh, really? Yeah. Smart woman. Ah. You know what, I should just go home. Forget it. I’m not going to let you sit in your room and obsess about the trial. You’d rather I obsess in public? I get it. It’s like this black hole in your brain, and it’s a gravity well, and you try to think about other things, but somehow, it all connects back to the trial and it keeps pulling you down. That’s it. Exactly. Yes. I — I’d give anything to forget about the trial, even for an hour. Easy. I can make that happen. I don’t see how joss, cam, and trina have anything to do with our plans for the evening. Well, the last time that you and joss were face to face, you both wound up in the pool. And with trina’s trial starting tomorrow, I’m sure that emotions are running high. I’d rather avoid another confrontation, for your benefit. Carly’s probably up there anyway. She’d throw us out. You don’t need the aggravation. So considerate. Always thinking of me. Night and day. So sweet. Man:

[ Clears throat ] Oh!

[ Dramatic music plays ] I’m glad I ran into you.

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W-where did everybody go? Don’t tell me they departed before the fireworks. Well, my mom and mac took the kids home. They played so hard, they could barely keep their eyes open. And everyone else was pretty much a no-show. Really? N-no terry, no amy? Nope. Epiphany? No one. Just [Sighs] The three of us. Oh. Well, I’m sure a good time was still had by all. Mm-hmm. It was a blast. And now that you’re here, the party can continue. Thank you for inviting me, but I’m out. Maxie: Oh! [ Sighs ] So, how’s the new job at the quartermaine stables? It’s great. I love it. Danny keeps going on about how leo just loves comet — that’s one of the horses. Mm. Yeah, I mean, the quartermaines couldn’t have picked a better horse for him. H-he’s calm, steady. He’s almost impossible to startle. And the other day, I was — I accidentally knocked over this giant metal bucket, right? It was — it was so loud, it sounded like a firecracker going off. And a couple of the horses shied. One started going crazy in its stall. Comet? Barely even noticed. She just, like, looks at it, looks away.

[ Laughs ] Yeah. Now he’s — half the time, he even pretends he’s asleep. Except when leo is there. When leo is there, he’s totally engaged. He’s just focused, letting leo groom him, connect. Hey, make sure you don’t let leo get into his head that he can take the horse out solo. Because, you know, olivia’s boys, you guys like to take risks. Hmm. Another great thing about comet — if leo were to hop up on him alone, no one’s grabbing the leading rein, not going to go anywhere. That horse is smarter than half the dudes I know. See, what’d I tell you? This guy’s basically half horse.

[ Laughs ] Yeah. Smells like one, too. I took a shower after work.

[ Sniffs ] Oh, my god. I do. Ew. [ Laughs ] I do. Ah, I’m sorry.

[ Laughter ] What are you doing here? Looking for you. Do you have plans for watching the fireworks? I don’t know. I was just planning on taking off. I know it’s short notice. Being one of the newbies, I had to work crowd control at the parade and wasn’t sure when I’d be done… but I — I’m free now, with plenty of time to take your mind off tomorrow.

[ Sighs ] What do you have in mind? Dessert? In the park, while we watch the fireworks? Go. I don’t want to leave you here all alone. I’ll go hang out with my mom. I haven’t talked to her in a while. This is your chance to escape the gravity well. Sorry? Trina will explain. Rory, take her, please. You heard your girl. How about it? I promise to be as distracting as possible. Please, mr. Corinthos. You promised laura you wouldn’t kidnap me again. Okay, first of all, I did not kidnap you. Right, you wouldn’t have to. You had one of your people do it for you. But esme’s right. Grandmother assured us that you gave her your word that esme had nothing to fear. Yeah, I did. And she doesn’T. And she doesn’t now. I just want to give her the opportunity to tell the truth. And since she doesn’t want to tell the truth, she’s smart and staying away from me. Ain’t that right, esme? Can you do me a favor? Can you — can you give me some time with my nephew? Hey, why don’t you go to the park, okay? Find a good space to, uh, watch the fireworks. Be careful. Right. I’ll join you soon. What can I do for you, uncle sonny? Spencer… what the hell has happened to you? Thanks. Sonny’s first instinct is, once again, to rush to carly’s rescue. You know, she’s the one that asked for that divorce. He shouldn’t feel guilty, valentin, but he does feel guilty, and that guilt is making him feel like he is responsible for her financial misfortune. Well, he shouldn’T. She took the risk, she rolled the dice, and she lost. That’s not your problem. I’m sure michael and willow will blame me for everything all the time. Sorry to hear that. And I’m also sorry to hear that you lost your petition for visitation with wiley. Yeah, I don’t absolve my responsibility for all the mistakes that I made — lying about sonny when he was in nixon falls. But losing my grandson is an unbearable price to pay. Well, soon enough, wiley will be making his own decisions, won’t he? Well, I’m holding out hope, but what are the chances that he’s going to choose to get to know me, hearing, you know, how I’m the schemer who blew up his family? I am just so tired of being the villain all the time. Well, maybe it’s time to change that. And I don’t appreciate you barging into my office, making me second guess myself! I did not barge. I entered with urgency because I care. Carly, I don’t want to see you make another mistake that you’re really going to regret. Reggie: E-excuse me. Hi. Hi. Maybe I’ll wait outside while you two, uh, confer, okay? Yes. Will you please look into the loan? Let me know my best terms, and then I will make a decision. Will do. I’ll be right back.

[ Sighs ] Carly, you know I’m only trying to help. I know. I’m sorry. I’m sorry I snapped at you. I just — I’m angry at everyone. I’m angry at myself. I mean — I mean, helping drew and michael is a great thing, right, but as usual, I took it too far. I talked to ned. He’s completely behind the idea of us buying your half of the metro court from the venture capital group and holding on to it until you can buy it back. Thank you. But I have no idea when that might be. However long it takes. I don’t care. I — oh, look who’s here. Look who’s here. Michael, do me a favor. Talk some sense into your mother. Unh-unh-unh. Olivia. No, no, no, no. Quiet, quiet. Talk some sense into your mother. Tell her the only idea that makes any sense is me buying her half of the metro court. You’re selling your half of the hotel? You didn’t know? I’ve got a big mouth. Sorry. I didn’t have a chance to tell my family my plan. Or maybe you knew that your family was not going to agree with your plan. Carly, please think long and hard about my offer. Please. Willow. Willow. How are you feeling? Any more dizziness, fainting? Are you okay? Oh, yeah. It’s like we said on the phone yesterday. I’m — I’m doing great. Yeah, I know. I know you told me that, but I don’t — I kind of felt like you were holding something back, so I was just wondering. Stop. You’re deflecting. What were you and olivia talking about? I know you took a financial hit when the aurora/elq merger fell apart, but you can’t possibly be thinking about selling your half of the metro court. I can’T. Because it’s already gone.

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I’m the same me that I’ve always been. Really? Because I heard you made a deal with ava to loosen the purse strings on your trust, right? And I heard you quit kelly’s, and you’ve lost all your friends because of your shifty girlfriend. Now, loyalty and friendship are very important. I don’t take that lightly, and you shouldn’t take it lightly. Well, shouldn’t that same loyalty extend to my girlfriend, or…? Spencer… your girlfriend is a liar. She made a sex tape on josslyn and cam and framed trina. I mean, we can’t forget that, can we? As long as the evidence proves otherwise, I’m staying by esme’s side. Brownies. Pretty basic. Not my brownies.

[ Laughs ] So your amazing, stupendous, spectacular dessert is… brownies. Try one. I made them myself. They’re not special brownies, are they?

[ Chuckles ] You remember I’m a cop, right? Just taste. Oh, my god. This is amazing.

[ Both laugh ] And stupendous and spectacular. Best brownie you ever had, right? I’m in heaven. I’m sorry I doubted you. It’s okay. Maybe you’re used to being let down, but you can count on me, trina robinson. I won’t disappoint you.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Be right back. Uh, britt seemed to leave in a hurry. Did I — I miss something? No. She was angling to leave the entire time. I’m actually a bit worried about her. Why? Um…hasn’t she had any more matches? Well, she hasn’t mentioned any, but I’m trying to stay positive with her about the whole society setups thing. I’m afraid she’s soured on the idea, especially after the whole pool incident. I think she’s given up on dating altogether. Well, maybe that’s for the best…for now. And why would you say something like that? Thank you. This is very sweet of you. Thank you. Don’t mention it. Um, you know what, though? I forgot the napkins, and I’ll grab a menu, too, for appetizers, all right? I’ll be right back. Okay. [ Laughs ]

[ Upbeat music plays, indistinct conversations ] I really don’t need this right now. Good evening to you as well. Listen, I’m just here to get a menu, some napkins. Happy fourth, by the way. Weren’t you bragging that you have access to the quartermaines’ pool? Why aren’t you there? Because I’m here, hanging with my friends. Great. I’m sure dante’s told you to stay away from me. You should listen. What makes you think you know what dante and I talk about? Because dante hates my guts, for good reason. Um, all right, well, um, here’s your menu and your napkins. Bye. Why would I leave… now that I’ve met my match? Hi. You kids enjoying the holiday? Yes, very much. Yeah. It’s been fun. Thank you so much for letting the kids crash at the q’S. Oh, not a problem. I know drew’s going to have them all worn out at the fair, and the nanny is an expert at getting them all down, so no work for me. Although I will be doing all the work around here very soon. Wait, around here? What are you talking about? I guess I can tell you. You’re family. Carly lost her half of the hotel. Oh, no. Yeah. Is that because of the drop in the aurora stock? Yes, she leveraged the hotel, and now she can’t cover what she lost. The woman is too damn stubborn to let me help her. Well, you know, you’re pretty stubborn, too, ma, so don’t let carly tell you what to do. You do what you know is right. Well, I kept a low-ish profile, and I’ve tried to make amends to sonny’s family. I have! But when that didn’t work, then I wanted to focus my attention to restoring my public image, and that invader article didn’t help at all. So you know what, valentin? I’m just going to keep trying, and maybe it’ll pay off in 10 years or so. Okay, well, I’m no stranger to the court of public opinion. I try not to pay too much attention to it. If charlotte’s all right, then the rest of the world can go hang. Does that include anna devane? Well, I will admit that there are certain people whose opinion matters to me. You’re actually one of them. I’m glad that — that we get to be friends. Oh, you know what? I forgot to tell you. Charlotte actually e-mailed me the other day, and she included pictures of her equestrian events. She ribboned? Yeah. She’s pretty competitive. Never would have predicted this, but this boarding school seems like a really good fit for her. Yeah, seems that way. You know, I still am surprised that she wanted to live away from home, valentin, and that you could bear to see her go. Well, I’ll do whatever I have to to make sure she’s okay. No matter what the cost to me. So stillwater intends to put my half of the metro court on the market. What? [ Scoffs ] That’s terrible. Yeah, but I’m going to buy it back. I knew it was a mistake for you to buy in, just like it was a mistake to try and include ned. Okay, this is why I didn’t want to tell you. It was my decision. I bet on the merger between elq and aurora, and it didn’t happen. So I have to suffer the consequences. So now you’re going to try taking out a loan? What are you going to use as collateral? The house? No. No. Just let me give you the money, or I’ll buy your half, and I’ll sign it over to you. No! I knew you were going to do that, and I love you for it, but I just… look, I just want my family to be happy and safe. That’s it, you know? What’s going on? I saw the look. Did something happen with you when you were in the hospital? We, um, hadn’t planned on saying anything this early. Willow and i are having a baby.

[ Gasps ] Ohhh!

[ Laughs ] Oh! Oh, you two! You two! Oh, my gosh! Oh!

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I told you that night, I was only in town for a camping trip. I’m not in pautuck. Now, you… need to live up to your end of the bargain. Don’t contact me again. I must have been about 6 or 7, and I was convinced that my dad was a magician. And of course, he encouraged me. And that 4th of july, he had, like, a real wand. And he would point it at the sky, and presto, the sky would light up with fireworks. And he probably heard the whoosh when they sent it up, but I didn’t, and I was like, “wow. My dad is magic.”

[ Both chuckle ] I could really use some of that magic now.

[ Indistinct conversations ] I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. I’m really trying not to think about the trial. No. You can’t ignore reality. I don’t expect you to. I just wanted you to have a few moments when it wasn’t the only thing you could think about. And I really appreciate your effort. I just wish I could do more. You’re doing just fine. Why didn’t you tell me? Um, I think that’s what we’re doing right now.

[ Laughs ] Keeping quiet is so much harder than I expected. And I certainly didn’t want you worrying that I’m ill. Oh, I’m just so happy you told me. I really needed good news today.

[ Laughs ] Me too. What’s the good news? Oh. Um… I’m pregnant.

[ Gasps ] Oh, my gosh!

[ Laughs ] Congratulations! Thank you. I’m so happy! I’m going to be an auntie again.

[ Laughter ] Sorry to interrupt. Uh, got those numbers for you. Okay. All right, you guys go downstairs to the garden. The fireworks are about to start. I will meet you down there, I promise. Uh, we’re still not done talking about that thing. Of course. Yeah.

[ Indistinct conversation ] Come in, come in, come in. All right.

[ Door closes ] Well? I thought you were the champion for love and romance these days. You think it’s better for britt to be alone? Alone is better than with the wrong person. Okay. Is everything okay? Yeah, it was just the hospital. Okay, yeah, I think I shall take my leave now. You just got here. Yeah, I know, but you — you two should have a — an evening alone together. Farewell. What’s up with him? Do you think cody’s coming back? I don’t know. Does it matter? Why? Why are you asking? Well, because as much as I love hearing stories about your outlaw past at camp — and I do. Oh, yeah? I do. But I just — I want to go somewhere…private to watch the fireworks, just, you know, the two of us. You, uh — I’m in. You got a place in mind? Yeah, I do. I was thinking that the view… mm-hmm. …From my bedroom is spectacular. I-I happen to know that that is a fact. No, really. The — the harbor, it — it lights up, and it’s so beautiful. Mm-hmm. The harbor? Yeah. The harbor. Yeah. I was thinking it would be, you know, incredible. It probably would be incredible. Should we get out of here? Yeah. Okay. You never said what you wanted to see me about. Has victor cassadine approached you? Victor? No. Why? He’s determined to stay a part of my life, so much so, he’s reaching out to the people closest to me. Hmm. Not a fan? Stay away from him. He’s a dangerous man, and I don’t care how devoted he claims to be. Okay. Duly noted. Thank you for your concern. It’s actually refreshing not to be the perpetually guilty one. Nina, you don’t care that much about what people think. No, I don’t care what people think. But wiley is a different story. I’m never going to be considered a saint, valentin, but I do want to be more than the woman who destroyed wiley’s family. Well, I think there’s a way you can balance the scales. You say you want to be a better man, you want — you want a better life for yourself. I respect that. Okay. But you don’t respect me now.

[ Sighs ] You’re at wyndemere, standing by your girlfriend when all your friends are warning you not to. You’re quitting your job. I mean, is this about money or w-what? You got to tell me. If it’s about money, w– you gonna tell me or — tell me! What is it? I’m still trying to be better, okay? And you, of all people, should know that you have to do what’s in your heart and not what other people are telling you to do. Uncle sonny, I know how it looks, but I swear to you on my mother’s memory that I’m doing the right thing. I love you. And I would never, ever do anything to hurt or disappoint you.

[ Sighs ] Okay. I guess time will tell. You just be careful, you understand me? Time’s running out.

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You feel it too, right?There’s something between us. You’re delusional. You clearly have fallen off a horse one too many times. First thing they teach in riding is how to fall off a horse. Oh, my god! Why are you pushing this? You can’t be that hard up for a date. Did you just call me handsome? Was it charming? A catch? Okay, you’d do in a pinch.

[ Laughs ] And obviously, you keep up on your physique. Thank you for noticing. I feel that you are easy on the eyes as well. And I bet that if you didn’t treat every conversation like a prizefight, you’d have your pick of men. How can I put this? Um… you’re not my type. Obviously, dating your type hasn’t worked out for you. Okay. You’re relentless. You don’t know the half of it. I have a lot of stamina. Listen, if you really want to be alone, I’ll respect that. I just thought that maybe we could have a few laughs and try and enjoy each other’s company for a change. One date, okay? Sweet. Let’s go. Not tonight. I will find you on society setups.

[ Sighs ] I’m looking forward to it.

[ Sighs ] Is that really the best offer you could get? Unfortunately, news about your sizable investment in aurora has made the rounds. Lenders know that you’re over a barrel. Yeah. And sharks smell blood in the water, but it’s just business, right?

[ Sighs ] So what do you want me to do? I just got the best reminder in the world that there are more important things in life than money. I can’t risk my house. I can’t buy back my half.

[ Sighs ] I guess I’m no longer co-owner of the metro court. So tell me more about the cherry bomb capers. Well, it was my second summer at camp, and I was trying to make up for my first summer at camp. Oh, yeah? Yeah. What happened? Oh, well, uh… you know, I was doing pretty good for a city boy out in the country, and then 4th of july rolled around. You gotta understand in my neighborhood what it was like on 4th of july. Like, everybody’s out in the street — the falconeris, the cerullos, the entire neighborhood. And there I was, in this place I didn’t want to be in, surrounded by people I didn’t want to be surrounded by. And so I went and found a little spot to myself, and I was starting to feel pretty down about everything. Then cody comes looking for me, and I told him the whole thing about my aunts and uncles and cousins and my grandmother and the food, the stickball games and the fireworks. And I think he started to get sad, thinking about the situation we were in, because he said, “that sounds like the coolest fourth of july ever.” Yeah. Yeah. Do the two families still get together every year? They do.

[ Laughs ] They’re out there with, uh, probably 100 strong in the street with tables set up as we speak. Okay. Mm-hmm. Promise me that we’ll take the kids next year. Yeah, that’s a date.

[ Fireworks exploding, people cheering ] Oh, wait, wait. Look, look. Uh-huh. Look, look. Fireworks.

[ Sighs ]

[ Fireworks whistling, exploding in distance ]

I’ll lay down the shield

[ Fireworks exploding ]

Let your body heal me and I’ll reveal the depths between for eternity for eternity for eternity

[ Sighs ]

In your arms for eternity

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Spinelli! My man! Come, join me. I’ll let you buy me a drink. And why, pray tell, would I do that? To celebrate my date with the lovely dr. Britt westbourne. Thanks for setting that up, bud. You didn’t give me much choice. Well, you don’t want everyone to know that matchmaker zelda’s just a front and the real man behind society setups is damian spinelli. Okay, please just keep your voice down. All right, well, you know, once that came to light, it wouldn’t take long for everyone to figure out how you match one lovelorn sucker with another. I’m doing you a solid, bud. Okay. You got what you wanted, right? I engineered your match with britt. Our business is concluded. Buy your own drink.

[ Sighs ]

[ Door opens ] Mom. Carly: Hey. Why didn’t you come down? Oh, I got caught up in a few things here, and I just kind of wasn’t feeling it. [ Chuckles ] Well, we’re going to figure out something that doesn’t involve you taking out another loan, okay? Okay. Let’s talk tomorrow? Yes. We’ll drop off joss. Oh, thank you. Thank you. And congratulations again, you guys. [ Chuckles ] All right. I’ll see you. Love you. Love you.

[ Door closes ] Oh, my god. Maxie: What a perfect night. Clear sky, not too muggy. Should we have some more wine? Uh, yeah. Yeah, wine sounds nice. Where were you? Is everything okay? Yeah, everything’s fine. I’m just… just some old memories, that’s all. Such as? Such as nothing. I’m much happier being right here in the moment with you. You’re just so beautiful. But if I overstepped — you didn’t overstep.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

[ Cellphone chimes ] Hi. Why the face? You know about carly and the hotel? I offered to buy her half and sell it back to her. She’s too stubborn to let me help her. Were you surprised? I — she wouldn’t let me help her either. I was going to do it anyway. Unfortunately, someone beat me to it.

[ Knock on door ] Come in. Get out. We have nothing to talk about. That’s not true.

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[ Cellphone rings ] Hello, you. Don’t hang up. I think we need to talk. There’s no time like the present. Why does this feel like déj vu? I don’t know, maybe because we apologize to each other, like. Two or three times a day. Think we’d be used to it by now. Yeah, maybe that’s it. So since we’ve played this scene before, can we just fast forward to the part where we’re friends again? We could. But I don’t know that we should. Your op-ed is less of an opinion and more of a hit piece. I stand by what I wrote. You st– your stand by this?

“The invader’s interjection of opinion into the reporting of facts is not only lamentable but an ethical slippery slope”? You issued a challenge. I accepted. I’ll say so. Now the question is, can you set your ego aside and accept mine? Your ego? My challenge.

[ Chuckles ] What do you mean elizabeth is gone? You just missed her. She signed herself out. Is that a good idea? She came of her own volition. She had the power to leave any time. Are you saying that elizabeth left against your recommendation? Then you know as well as I do that was a mistake. Hey, can you look at this? Is it boring? Yes. Then I live for it. What is it? Epiphany made some last-minute changes to the nursing rotation.

[ Exhales sharply ] Also, I wanted to ask you about that society setups mixer. Oh, god. What now? A new gif from another angle? No, nothing like that. I was so impressed with the clientele that I signed up. Well, then.

[ Chuckles ] Hope you have better luck than me. Hey. So, wait, do we have enough coverage for tonight? Elizabeth: Problem solved. I’m back and reporting for duty. Where do you need me?

[ Sighs ] Mama falconeri. Hey. Well, it’s quartermaine now. Yeah, I — I know, I know. But, uh, you know, I thought of you as mama falconeri for all these years, so I hate to break tradition. Well, then, don’T. I answer to both. What can I do for you, ma’am? Well, actually, you already have. You’ve made a forever friend in my son, leo. Leo’s a great kid. Yeah, he can’t stop raving about cowboy cody and how he can answer any question about horses. Well, it’s nice to have an appreciative audience, you know? Yeah, it’s kind of funny. You grew up making trouble with my one son and showing the ropes to my other one. Handling horses is a lot like getting to know people. Sometimes it’s a lot easier. Yeah, I would say with the exception of my son leo, horses are a lot smarter than the men in my life. Valentin: Hello, laura. Glad I found you. You mind if I join you? No, not at all. Is charlotte alright? I believe so. Why wouldn’t she be? Why else would you be seeking me out? Charlotte is healthy and safe, and I promise there’s nothing I wouldn’t do to make sure she remains so. C-a-s-s-a-d-I-n-e, and the first name valentin. He was recuperating at your clinic several weeks ago, and I know you wouldn’t obviously normally release that kind of patient information, but this is an ongoing official investigation with the wsb. Oh, yeah, yeah , I can send overmy credentials immediately. Would you please then have director gibson call me back on this number? Right. Thank you. No, I appreciate it. Thanks. Bye. Good morning, agent devane. Good morning, victor. You stalking or lurking? No, out for a morning constitutional is all. An agenda-free stroll. Why don’t I believe you? I would have announced myself earlier, but I saw you were preoccupied investigating my son.

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You don’t want to be friends? Of course I do, and we are. Okay, then what? I just don’t think we bring out the best in each other. That maybe our friendship — as much as it means to both of us — is unhealthy. You may have a point. I mean, this pattern that we’ve fallen into — all the fighting and apologizing. Not to mention I inspired you to punch someone. I guess you could say it’S… childish? Codependent? I was gonna say tricky, thesaurus boy. Forget being a cop. You could work for webster’S. Well, if I went to work for webster’s, how would you benefit from that? Ouch. I’m sorry. Don’t be. I deserve that. I realize you haven’t had the opportunity to do more than skim the op-ed. Well, I can’t wait to sit down and just take it all in. The gist of it is that invader coverage blurs the lines between objective reporting and editorializing. I challenge your staff to commit to objectivity at all costs. Well, first of all,

the invader is a newspaper, not a wire service. What, are you saying only wire services can be objective? I’m saying that the newspaper has to have a point of view. Hmm. Still, the invader is miles ahead of where it was when peter august was at the helm. Mm. Damning me with faint praise? Not at all. No, I think you’ve led the invader to become a journal not unworthy of respect. As an editor, I need to point out the double negative. I used it for effect. Sure you did. Still, as far as the invader has come, there’s still room for improvement. For both of you. You’re just chock full of suggestions. 1,000 words of them, mostly scathing. Listening to you now, I’m reminded of a criticism I omitted. There’s more? Your penchant for hyperbole. You know what I think? I’m eager to hear. I think the good professor is so accustomed to dusty, dry tomes, that he just isn’t used to contemporary journalism. And if I may? Oh, by all means. I conclude the humble — that’s irony, by the way — I recognize it. The humble editrix is unused to being challenged. You know I can’t discuss specifics of elizabeth’s treatment. You don’t have to explain doctor/patient confidentiality to me, okay? I don’t want the details, kevin. I just — I want your honest determination. Did elizabeth discharge herself prematurely? Look, all I can say is if a patient no longer wants intensive therapy, that’s their call. As for elizabeth, I take heart in knowing that she has a good support system at home. As long as she doesn’t push everyone away. Yeah, I’m afraid it’s gonna take time and patience. Hey, listen, I’ll — I’ll hang back. I’ll — I’ll give her time. Seems like that’s all I’m doing these days. But how do I know? How do I know if I’m giving her the space to heal or the room to relapse? You don’T. You didn’t tell me you were coming in today. It’s time. I’m ready. Britt: Good to see you, nurse baldwin. Thank you. It’s good to be seen. So how about it? Put me in, coach. I’d be happy to as soon as I hear from hr that you’re cleared. Oh, let’s just skip the red tape. And it sounds to me like you guys are shorthanded.

[ Chuckles ] While I love the enthusiasm, the hospital has policies. Protocol after a — I know what protocol is. I’ve worked here longer than you. Hang on, biz. You were probably hoping that you’d gotten rid of me for good. Actually, I was hoping you’d have a speedy recovery and come back to work soon. You’re an excellent nurse, and, yes, we are short staffed. So what’s the problem? Do I need flashcards? If you want to come back, you have to be cleared by hr. So go to hr and get cleared. This is so like you. I’m sure you’ve convinced everyone else that you’ve turned over a new leaf, but I see it pretty clearly. “The britch” is back and britchier than ever. Well, tell me, anna, what possible reason could you have for looking into valentin’s private medical records? Have you ever heard the quote, “we don’t see things as they are, we see things as we are”? Your point? Given your own villainy, it makes sense that you would ascribe nefarious intent to others. Oh, anna. Cynicism is an ugly look on such an attractive woman. As is misogyny on such a dapper man. Yet here we are.

[ Chuckles ] You are such a joy, anna. I try. Always a quick riposte and the appropriate literary reference. Oh, thank you. The question, however, remains. Does valentin know you’re a spy in and out of the bedroom? Yes. Why? Oh, asking only as a concerned parent. What exactly is the nature of your relationship with my son? What is the nature of yours? Valentin, I know that I don’t say this often enough, but I am actually grateful that charlotte has you to watch out for her. Well, that is certainly nothing I would expect to hear you say.

[ Chuckles ] Yes, I know. We have had our difficulties in the past, but I can’t deny that you’re an excellent parent. Well, thank you, laura. Coming from you, that means more than I can express. Yeah. Well, if this little visit is not about charlotte, then to what do I owe the pleasure? Just a drink between friends. I’ll have a bloody mary, please. And for the mayor? An iced tea. Coming right up. Just an iced tea? Day drinking is not a good look for the mayor, especially after an attempted recall. I’m so grateful that ridiculous campaign to oust you failed. You were a wonderful mayor, and port charles thrived under your leadership. Why do you talk about my tenure in the past tense?

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When I offered to manage your singing career, I really did it to help you. Primarily. What percentage was to help me? 90… 85. Hand to heart. Yeah, I believe you. I hate that you’re out a paycheck for defending my honor again. My actions were my own. Yeah, but I put you in the middle of my mistakes and two guys who anyone would want to punch. That is true. So even though it wasn’t my main goal when I was pitching you the whole idea, the revenge part just sort of slipped in. Slipped? So it wasn’t always there in the back of your mind? Of course it was.

[ Chuckles ] Well, then, why not just come out and say it? Tell me the plan from the get-go. Because I didn’t want you to think I was using you. And were you? Using me? Well, I’m a quartermaine. Self-interest is sort of in my dna. But, chase, on my word, nothing is more important to me than helping you. Ned: Olivia? And here’s one of those men right now. Cody. I’ve been looking for you. I need to speak to you about something. Oh. I can leave you two alone. Oh, no, no, no, no. You’re busy. I wouldn’t dream of interrupting your work. I was just thanking cody for being such a good friend to leo. Yes, leo seems to think cowboy cody has stepped straight out of a john ford western. I’ve lived a lot of places. Home’s wherever you hang your hat. Yeah, about that, since you’ll be interacting with my son, I took the liberty of going over your employment history, and it seems like you don’t really stay in any one place for very long. Should we already be looking for a replacement? Ned. No, hey. No worries, mama Q. I have been bouncing around for a while. That’s true. But your kind employment has got me doing exactly what I want to do, exactly where I want to do it. Don’t worry. I’m not going anywhere. Okay. That’s enough, nurse baldwin. Clearly you are still under duress, so leave now while you still have a job. You can’t fire me. I’m union. I doubt your union rep will come running to your defense. And as chief of staff — co-chief. Terry, you gonna let her threaten me like this? Actually, biz, I’m gonna agree with britt. You’re out of line. Anna, if you’re curious about the deepening bond I have with my son, why ask me? Why not ask valentin? Well, I know what his intentions are when it comes to you. Oh, is that right? Yeah. Now I want to know yours. What do you want with him? What any parent wants — to see their child excel, to uplift and exalt the family, and most of all, to make me proud. Really? Huh. Okay. You seem confused. Well, the relationship you’re describing, it — it doesn’t sound reciprocal. In fact, it sounds as if you’re using valentin. And knowing what I do about what you’re capable of, it compels me to ask to what end? I’m sorry. I misspoke. I meant to say you are a great mayor, and port charles continues to thrive. All the machinations with elq — I’m just not sleeping. Well, just so you know, I don’t intend to go anywhere. I hear the all-stars gathered at charlie’s to celebrate you.

[ Cellphone rings ] You are much loved and very respected. Oh, I’m sorry. I have to take this. Yeah. Kevin. Hi. Thank you. That was kevin. He had a patient cancel, so he’s on his way over to join me. Well, I certainly won’t be a third wheel, so until kevin arrives, let’s make the most of our time.

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[ Cellphone chimes ] Oh. What a coincidence. It’s charlotte. It’s everything alright? Oh, yes, yes, everything’s fine. She’s just thanking me for the care package I sent her. A care package? I wasn’t aware she needed anything. Well, it was hardly disaster relief. It was just the new book by her favorite author, and then a couple other fun little things that I thought she might enjoy. I’m sure she appreciates it. Well, her mother is still not able to be present for her, so I try to fill the void when I can. She’s lucky to have you. And you. And she’s not the only lady in your life who feels that way. Oh? Anna seems to have grown very fond of you. You want to know my plans for valentin? I’ll tell you, provided you tell me why the furtive calls to check up on him. Oh, I will never explain myself to you, victor. We can remain mysteries wrapped in riddles inside enigmas forever. You see, it’s obvious to me that neither you nor valentin really know each other as well as you claim to. Nor do you trust each other, which is a pity, because, anna, without trust, you’re nothing more to valentin than a comely diversion. For someone who takes issuewith my subjective opinions, you certainly print a lot of them and call them hard news. My paper takes stances on vital issues, alongside fact-based articles, like fact-based articles we did on city hall. Okay, so will the invader next be printing a triumphant interview with the exculpated mayor? I don’t see why not. We printed the petition against her. Yes, well, you’re still relatively new to journalism. It’s a subject I teach at the university level. I’m sure it’s easy for you to sit on your high horse behind ivy walls. But while you’re talking about journalism “theory,” some of us are actually out in the field doing actual reporting. I hoped that you would have seen that my intentions were sincere, and when you didn’T… you thought I was overreacting. I did. Until I talked to my dad. He helped me see that I probably should have run the whole plan by you, including the revenge plot. I also talked to my father. He and my brother urged me to give you the benefit of the doubt. They did? They saw that you were just trying to help me and… and what? They don’t seem to think that your proposition was as crazy as I do. Great. Then it’s settled. We will move forward with my plan. Whoa, whoa, whoa. Pump the brakes, quartermaine. Elizabeth: I can’t believe you’re taking britt’s side. You know if I’m on anyone’s side, it’s yours. Then let me come back to work. No, you’re clearly not ready. I’m fine. I just can’t stand the way britt acts like she’s queen of this place. She’s co-chief of staff, not god. She is, and she asked you to go to hr, same as I would have. I was at that clinic voluntarily. Why do I need to go to hr? For liability purposes, personnel still need medical clearance. Did your doctor at shadybrook sign off? I signed myself out. Biz! Which is my right. It is your right, but was it right for you? I appreciate your concern, but caring for me doesn’t give you the right to question my decisions. I shouldn’t have to justify myself to anyone.

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I have not agreedto your wacky pop star scheme. But you will. It’s inevitable. So why waste time? I’m not confident it’s gonna do either of the things you want — get me paid or get linc what he deserves. Maybe not, but we’ll never know if we don’t try. I am not the pop star you are envisioning, okay? I’m not saying we should put you in a spandex onesie and throw glitter all over you. I don’t think the pcpd will value a singing detective as much as you. And if, after your suspension, you want to go back to being a detective, I will totally support that. But while you’re in limbo, why not take the road not traveled? You know, maybe, just maybe, this setback will lead to a new passion. You know, a new passion can be a risky proposition. But the rewards could be greater than we ever dreamed of. I didn’t write the op-ed to insult you. In fact, I admire what you’ve done in such a short time. Well, thank you for that. I’m sure you understand that in the era where news is a click away, that I have to distinguish the paper. When you read what I wrote, you’ll see I don’t fault you for that. I merely offer constructive ideas to help maintain integrity in the reporting. Alright. Well, I will read the whole op-ed piece. I will put my wrath aside, and I will let you know if there’s a place for it. If you stand by your vision for the invader, you will not have a problem printing every last word. Well, I’m glad to hear you’re sticking around, cody. I know leo would hate to lose you. I’d hate to leave behind a brand-new friend, so he’s stuck with me. That’s good to hear. Well, we’ll let you get back to work. Alright. My god, ned, are you planning on alienating every single person in this house this week?

[ Scoffs ] Alright. Okay, I guess I could have been a little more tactful. You couldn’t have been less. I was just looking out for leo. I know that. I do. Looks like I’ve been inconsiderate and self-centered all around. Well, if that’s the road you want to go down, I am not gonna stop you. And because you deserve to hear this as often as possible, I should have looped you in on my decision-making process about my elq vote. Damn right you should have. It’s not like I’m asking for veto power over all your business decisions, but I do expect communication in the marriage and I’m just gonna pray for peace in this family. I let you down, and I know that. And I’m sorry. Now…I need to know. Are we okay? We are a team, ned. If we can stick with that, we’ll be fine. Is there, uh, something else bothering you? You picked up on that, huh? Anything I should know about? Oh, well, things may be fine here at home, but at work…

[ Sighs ] …My work, it’s all falling apart. Britt: Thanks for the backup. I know she’s your friend. My best friend. Great. Well, then maybe you can tell me what the hell is going on with your bff. You look good. Thanks. I feel good. I’m off the pills. They’re out of my system, so no more sleepwalking. That’s a great start. Start? Finn, I was at that clinic for weeks. I did the work, and now I’m better. I hope that’s true. It is. Believe me, if I felt like I was a danger to myself or my boys or my patients, I would still be at shadybrook. I know. I know how committed you are to…the people in your life. I think we’d just like to return the favor. I know. Then why didn’t you tell anyone you discharged yourself? Or am I the only one who didn’t know? You don’t know the first thing about me and valentin. We go back decades. And unlike you, his concerned father, I’ve actually been there for him. This isn’t a competition, anna. Well, if it were, you’d lose. The difference is, my dear, unlike you, I trust valentin. I rely on him to do what’s expected of him. I trust him, too. I just don’t trust everyone around him. That makes two of us. Valentin: Anna spoke to you about me? She did. Anything you can repeat?

[ Chuckles ] Just seems that she’s found a kindred spirit in you. Is that what she said? It’s not so much what she said, but how she said it or how she didn’t say it, as the case may be. But she does seem to have found the good in you. I told you it was there. Yes, you did. And you seem to get anna in a way that most people don’T. So, like I said, kindred spirits. I just hope that her faith in you isn’t misplaced. Oh! Oh, my goodness. What?

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The invader welcomesall viewpoints, even yours. I’m sure after its proofread, it will be submitted into the next issue. Good to hear. Print and digital? Exactly how many platforms do you need, professor? It’s easier to read the commentary online. I like it when the readers are chiming in.

[ Chuckles ] So you’re pretty sure that the feedback will — will all be in your favor? I suspect that many will agree that, with tweaks,

the invader is on its way to becoming a great source of information. And I suspect that the readers will already attest to what we’ve been doing right. I look forward to reading their honest reactions, provided the feedback is uncensored. What the hell is that supposed to mean?

[ Cellphone rings ] I have to take this. Oh, by all means. Hello? Director gibson: Anna devane? Yes, this is she. This is director gibson. We received your credentials. I can confirm that valentin cassadine was in-patient here. Okay. Good. Alright. Thank you. That’s what I needed to know. However, his convalescence did not occur during the dates you provided. Oh?

According to our records, mr. Cassadine discharged himself after a week. The end date you provided — exceeds that by a lot.

Exactly. I’m sure you can’t divulge the nature of this investigation, and that’s fine. My priority is that the clinic not be held liable for any health implications caused by his early departure. Oh, no, no, no. That won’t be an issue, no. Great. Is there anything else I can help you with? No. Thank you. You’ve helped me more than you know. I appreciate it. Problem? I am so sorry. Please send me your dry cleaning bill. I will. What happened here? I’m afraid you arrived to witness a rather inelegant lunge for the pepper. That’s what I witnessed? Well, as I was telling your lovely wife — please, another iced tea — I haven’t been sleeping very well. It’s made me clumsy. Well, I’ve never known you to be clumsy before. It happens. I apologize, dr. Collins, laura. I’m so very sorry. Just when things were going so well. What’s this all about? I wish I knew. I’m as confused as you are. He — he asked to join me, and we had a surprisingly civil conversation.

[ Chuckles ] He’s about as social as he is clumsy. And today he was both. And why don’t I believe any of it? Because you’re keenly perceptive and smart. Well, thank you. Hello. Hello. Well, everything okay with you? No, today could have gone better. Really? It’s not even lunchtime yet. What happened? Is it elizabeth? She left shadybrook. She left? Mm-hmm. Was she your patient cancellation? Yeah. Should I be worried? I wish I could say no. I’m so sorry. Elizabeth isn’t like that. Elizabeth has been downright hostile to me since we met. I know you never liked each other. I was terrible to her, to everybody. I earned all of my lovely nicknames. But now, today, this? She’s been going through a lot these last few months. Oh, I understand, and her time away doesn’t seem to have helped at all. Elizabeth seems to be the same… oh, again, best friend, right here. …Challenging personality she always was.

[ Sighs ] And whatever she has going on, she can’t bring it to work like that. Agreed. I just hope she’s okay. Oh, she’s in fine form. I’m sorry I didn’t tell you. No, it’s okay. You know, I guess I’m just trying to figure out why you left me out of the loop.

[ Sighs ] And, hey, you know, I know I had A… a little bit of trouble giving you the space you need to heal, and for that, I’m — I’m sorry. You know, but I think I’ve gotten better with that lately. Yes, you have.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Sighs ] So… is this the — is this the way you want things going forward? You — you don’t need me around? No. No, finn. I… I asked for distance while I was at shadybrook because I have a lot to work through. And I know you wanted to be there for me and you wanted to help me, and you did by allowing me…space to take this journey and figure things out on my own. How did that go? I learned a lot.

[ Chuckles ] But the most important thing I realized is… …my life is just better with you in it.

[ Clears throat ] So, um, so for what it’s worth, I — I think you have the “it factor,” and I know linc agrees. Oh, two people. It’s quite the niche fan base. Try two times 1,000. Give me your phone. Go ahead. Okay. Thank you. Check this out. Yeah. With the? Yeah, see? So whether or not you want to be a recognized performer, you are well on your way, my friend.

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Another reason why I should have shared my plans with you. If I had known that carly had invested so heavily in aurora… I didn’t even know until the morning of the vote. Anyway, it’s not gonna be a problem. I might end up owning my hotel with some oligarch who just bought in to launder his money. It is a problem, ned. Not if we buy carly’s half of the hotel and give it to her. I already floated that idea. It’s not gonna happen. Carly said no. No dice. Not even if we sell it to her for the same price she purchased it? The history between carly and the quartermaines is too much. Just forget about it. Okay. But look, it’s gonna be okay, alright? The best partnerships cannot be torn apart, and we are proof of that.

[ Chuckles ] I know I kept you at arm’s length, but it was never meant to hurt you. I know. I can be thick sometimes, and… I wanted to help. It took me time to realize that what you needed was distance, and that — that’s on me. Well, what if I told you what I really need… is you. Well, if you told me something like that, I’d probably tell you that I — I was the luckiest guy on the face of the earth.

[ Chuckles ] Wait, but are you sure? Because everything that was wrong with me before, it’s — it’s still there. That list is long. I mean, I’m working on myself, but I got a long way to go. You sure you want all that? All of it. I’m sorry for everything that I put you through. I promise it’s all behind us.

[ Grunts ]

[ Cellphone chimes ] Apparently there really is a lid for every pot, even the cracked ones. Yeah, well, if that’s true, maybe there’s hope for you yet.

[ Scoffs ]

[ Cellphone chimes ]

[ Sighs ] Okay, society setups, let’s see what unpromising loser you insist is my perfect match.

[ Sighs ] First you malign my leadership at the paper, and now you’re questioning my integrity? I’m merely pointing out how tempting it is to confirm our own biases. I’m convinced that the readers at the invader will reject your narrow suppositions. Okay, then. Care to make it interesting?

[ Chuckles ] What, like a bet? Unless you’re not as confident as you pretend to be.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, now the strategy is to call me a chicken? I didn’t know they had playgrounds at universities, because that’s clearly where you picked up your tactics. Are my tactics working? No. But I will take your idiotic wager. I’m in. Great. What are the stakes? Besides a massive hit to your ego?

[ Chuckles ] Okay. If the readers support you, then I will entertain your archaic notions. Is that all? You have my time and my attention. Take it or leave it. Done. And on the off chance that the readers side with you? You will promise to pipe down and stick to enlightening young minds. It’s a bet.

I know we’re gonna make it chase: Wow. I-I can’t believe this. Well, credit leo. He was the first one who liked the performance, and then it just sort of blew up from there. How does it have so many views? Well, I have an intern at deception watching it on repeat. Oh, you do? No, it’s —

[ Chuckles ] These numbers are all you.

[ Chuckles ] Face it, chase, there’s an audience who wants you. All we have to do is cultivate it and then monetize it, of course. Where would we start? Is that a yes? It’s not a no. It’s A…how. Don’t stress the details, okay? Just trust that by the time I’m finished, these numbers will look quaint in comparison. Here. Just leave it to me, rock star. I’m gonna make you a household name. Laura: Anna? Oh, hi. Did you forget something? No. Hi, kevin. Uh… I actually was — I was just looking for valentin. I thought maybe he was in his room, but he’s not, so I thought I’d try here. Well, your instincts are good, but you just missed him. I don’t know where he went. Oh, no matter. Um, I was gonna ask him something, but now that I’m here, I-I’ve kind of changed my mind. Is everything okay? I’m not sure. Um… but I intend to find out. Is it done? No. Laura remains in perfect health. And why, pray tell, is that? Because I failed. Well, that’s a pity, dear boy. I’m sure by now you’re aware failure is not an option.

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Here you go. Hi. Hi. You look like you could use a little…help. Ooh. Thought you’d have left for the office already. Now that I’m chairman of the board, my office is everywhere I am. Well, I can see that you’re busy. I’ll let you get to it. Gotta hit the shower. Brook lynn. Wait, wait. What? Please. It might help if you talk about it. What’s there to talk about? You made your choice by siding with valentin. End of story. I wasn’t referring to elq. I thought there might be something else that’s upsetting you. Like what? Like your friend chase. Thanks for the offer, but I’ve already got a towel on my chair. Ah. You’re spoken for. Gotcha. Well, in case you change your mind and want a fresh one… I’ll be right over there. Hey. Was that very attractive young lady hitting on you? What? No. She just asked me if I wanted a towel. What do you think, doctor?

[ Chuckles ] I think there’s only one possible diagnosis. My little brother’s got it bad. Dad, would you tell my big brother there is currently no one in my life who I have it “bad” for? What happened in brook lynn? It’s a nonstarter. Since when? Since she decided to make me a pop star.

[ Indistinct conversations ] Good morning, elizabeth. How you feeling today? I’m making good progress on this puzzle. Well, I’m sorry for the interruption, but you have a visitor. Thought I made it clear I don’t want to see finn. And if it’s laura, I know she means well, but just…not today. Well, it’s not finn or laura, but it’s someone I think you’re gonna want to see. Jake: Mom! Jake! I’m gonna pretend that this is champagne and I’m gonna toast you for successfully fighting the recall campaign. To our once and future mayor. Yes. Oh, thank you. Hear, hear. Yeah, come on. Clink, clink. Thank you. Thank you, both of you. And thank you to the invader for, uh, the editorial support.

The invader wasn’t the only voice of support for you. Once the people of port charles found out what was at stake, they were bending over backwards to — to defeat that recall. Absolutely. I’m so grateful to everyone who stood up for me. And now it’s just time for more action. Just keep going, make port charles an even kinder, safer, better place for everyone to live. Why do I have a feeling you have that planned already? I do. I do. I’m going to start by eliminating a clear and present danger. Does your heart good, doesn’t it? Think of the wonderful future that lies ahead for these happy, carefree children? Never pegged you as the optimist type. We cassadines were put on this earth to shape a better future — not just for ourselves, but for all mankind. You believe that, do you? I won’t always be here to lead the family. I need to know that when the time comes, there’s someone worthy that I can pass the torch to. I know you’ve been having a crisis of conscience recently, which is why you got rid of the family ring. So I… I want you to consider this… its replacement. Thank you, dad. I have something to give you, too.

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Since my future as a detective is so uncertain, brook lynn pitched me on starting a new career… as a professional singer.

[ Laughs ] I mean, it’s totally absurd, right? In her mind, it’s — it’s goodbye, pcpd, hello, “american idol.” Oh, and I pretty much buried the lede. Brook lynn wants to be my manager. Yes! Yeah, yeah. That’s the reaction that I had. She wants to pull the strings while I dance. Wait. You dance now, too?

[ Sighs ] That’s — that’s — stop. Okay. The point is, I told brook lynn that I am not interested. Well, I’ll admit that moving from detective to singing, dancing pop star isn’t the most logical career progression, but brook lynn has written songs before. You’re not even willing to consider her idea? You don’t get it. T-that’s not what’s happening here. You know what, dad? Your first impression of brook lynn… that was the right one. Wait. I’m — I’m confused. The other day when I was so hard on her, you convinced me I was wrong. What’s changed? Look, dad, I know you and chase have had your issues in the past, but you don’t need to worry about that anymore. Why is that? Because when it comes to chase and me, there’s nothing there. Really? Now, the way I heard it, detective chase has been suspended for a second time. And just like the first time, he landed in the commissioner’s doghouse for defending your honor. Now, if it happened just once, eh, you could chalk that up as an accident. But twice? Who asked him to defend my honor? Okay? Not me. Do you think I enjoy being the reason that chase keeps losing his badge? Because I hate it! Even if it proves chase still cares about you? I am admitting I am wrong. How is that so hard to understand? Well, as a general rule, the guys in our family don’t usually admit when they’re wrong. Well, there’s a first time for everything. Because now I actually agree with dad’s original assessment of brook lynn. She just keeps getting herself in these difficult situations. First it’s valentin, and now linc. And I’m the one who plunges in to rescue her, and then I wind up paying the price! Some people would call that heroic. Then, again, doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result is also the very definition of crazy. Now, is it possible you’re crazy about her? Okay, if you have such keen insights on what makes people tick, why don’t you just save them for someone who needs them? Are you referring to elizabeth? How did you get here? It was kevin’s idea. Guilty as charged. I realized how badly jake wanted to see you, and I figured you’d want to see him. So I drove him over. And I’ll drive him home. Kevin can drive us both, mom. Please, all you have to do is pack your stuff and come home. Would you care to elaborate on the danger? No, no. Not at this time. But, uh, when I am ready,

the invader will be the first to know. Okay. Right now, kevin and i have our hands full trying to wrangle all of elizabeth’s sons. I mean, don’t get me wrong. I am not complaining. Not at all. My house is very crowded. But it has never been so full of life. I mean, even cameron is — is coming up with excuses to stay over. Aww. I guess because he’s the oldest he feels kind of responsible for jake and aiden, right? Yeah. Yeah. He does. He does. He’s a very conscientious young man. Yeah. I’m very proud of all my grandchildren. I hope elizabeth comes back soon. For both her sons’ sake and — and finn, you know? Yeah. That’s what we’re all praying for. But in the meantime, I’m very, very grateful that I have kevin to help me to navigate the madness.

[ Laughs ] Gosh. You’re so lucky to have a partner to help with all that. The work and — and the fun. I hear what you’re not saying. Look. It’s okay. Like, a lot of people aren’t sold on having a partner. A lot of people don’t have a prince like kevin. For some of us, it’s mostly frogs. And sometimes someone that’s a little of both. Huh. What’s wrong? Does it need to be fitted for you? No. It fits. You were born to wear this ring. It represents everything our family has meant through the ages and will continue to mean in the days to come. So, you — you had something for me. Laura’s working on having you deported.

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If chase really cared for me, he wouldn’t have accused me of using him to get back at linc. Linc? I thought that jerk was out of the picture for good. Yeah, unfortunately, he’s a lot like acne — just when you think he’s gone, his back. But this time, dad, I had a plan to really stick it to him. Chase got upset because I didn’t discuss it with him first. Oh. I guess that runs in the family. Olivia read me the riot act about my vote to keep valentin as ceo. She claimed I only voted that way to punish michael and drew. Well, didn’t you? My big mistake was cutting olivia out of the decision. See, I should have, you know, trusted her with my thought process and we should have made the decision together. Instead, I acted alone, unilaterally, and she felt completely blindsided. Maybe that’s what happened between you and chase. I’m sorry, finn. That was a cheap shot. That’s okay. I’d, um — and I’d be happy to share my insights with elizabeth, but she’s made it pretty clear she doesn’t want to hear them. Again, I apologize. You know what? I should probably just take my foul mood and leave before I say something even more thoughtless and hurtful. No, no, no. Sit back down. You’re not getting off this easy, alright? Dad? No, you two spent years avoiding each other. But that’s mostly on me. I did most of the avoiding. Not just of you, but of you, as well. Think of all those family dinners we missed where we didn’t get to experience what other families do. Yeah, say a blessing and then criticize each other until dessert. So if we’re making up for lost time, harrison, please explain what’s wrong with brook lynn making you a pop star. I wish it were that simple, but I came here to figure out what’s troubling me. And until I do, I… jake, you remember what we talked about on the ride over. You want your mother to get better, right? Yeah, of course I do. Why can’t you do that at home? It helps me knowing that you’re there with aiden… and cameron is supporting both of you. And even though he’s away at college, he needs you just as much as you need him. And the same goes for grandma laura and grandpa kevin. We all just need to stick together. Even your mom and dad? What about them? Well, they’re family, too, right? So maybe they could pitch in and help? Thanks. Thank you. So, when the conversation goes to relationships, that’s when I go to the pool. Oh. Okay. Oh, wait. Let me guess. You’re doing a follow-up on that society setups debacle. Why is it so hard for everyone to believe that I actually take breaks? I’m going to the roof, I’m gonna get a little vitamin d, a little sun, an iced tea, and I’m gonna read my book for 20 minutes. So, farewell, ladies. It’s been fun. Congratulations. Thank you. So…what’s going on with you? What do you mean?

[ Gasps ] You had that “I know something you don’t know” look on your face a little bit ago. Oh, come on, now. Tell me. How are things going between you and valentin? Did laura herself tell you these plans that she has for me? No. Martin grey, her brother. Told me laura’s working with contacts in D.C. To have you deported on grounds of moral turpitude. Marty says it’s only a matter of time. Well, no doubt you told marty to advise laura to back off. There’s no point, victor. Laura’s determined, and she has resources. I’d say it’s time for you to find a new base of operations. Oh, I couldn’t possibly consider leaving. Laura’s not giving you any choice. Look, if I didn’t know any better, I’d think you wanted me to go. Since when do you care what I want? I thought we had worked through all this. Certain measures had to be taken for certain people — obstacles — to be removed. And that meant certain other people had to be implicated. Now, all that was achieved thanks to a dashing young french naval captain. You made your expectations very clear. At the time, my compliance was the only option. But things change. Oh. Do they? And why’s that? What the hell’s been going on with you? I’ve had a lot on my plate. Charlotte and elq. I don’t know. It seems like it was more than that. I promise you, it’s got nothing to do with you. What else did felicia say? She asked my intentions… whether I was serious about you. Are you? Very. I could tell you, but you’re not gonna like it any more. Suffice to say, I’ve done everything I can for you. Well, that’s a pity. Not just for myself. Your daughter will be

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Hang on a minute. Okay? My problems with chase are nothing like yours and olivia’S. Dad, first of all, we’re not married. We’re not even a couple. Point taken. But you and I… really aren’t that different from one another. We’re both willful and ambitious. Okay. I’ll give you that. We both wear our hearts on our sleeves, which translates easily into getting hurt… which then can make us lash out and hurt other people, even people who matter the most to us. Well, you and I have another thing in common — our love of music, which was stolen from me first when nelle attacked me and then again by my lying, scheming manager. So you are going to use chase to get back at linc? I thought that chase and i could help each other. I could bring out his talent until some big producer came along, and then chase’s career would be off and running. Mm-hmm, and then the linc would be out of the picture for good. Something like that. But then you know what chase said to me?

[ Gasps ] I can guess. It probably sounded a lot like what olivia told me. “This is all about you.” The whole thing is about brook lynn and her need to get back at her sleazy ex-producer. And in the process, she could also help you. Depends how you define “help.” She wants to turn me into a pop star. And even if there was a slight chance of that happening, it was never on my list of prospective careers. In fact, it’s pretty much opposite everything that interests me. I’m not so sure that’s true. What? Now I don’t know what interests me? I’m simply pointing out that you couldn’t be as good at performing as you’ve proven yourself to be at the nurses’ ball if some part of you didn’t enjoy it. Talk some sense into your brother. Me? Ms. Davis. Looking for a headline? We don’t do headlines at the invader, mr. Chase. We cover the news. Where’s your granddaughter? Too bad she’s not here. She brings out the best in you. Then you haven’t seen my best yet. Look, on one hand, it’s — it’s weird. It’s very weird. But, you know, what’s so wrong with brook lynn believing in you, believing in your talent and — and — and wanting something for herself? Because despite dad’s little pep talk, I’m not a singer. I’m a cop. That’s what I do. It’s — finn, it’s who I am. What brook lynn is doing is for her own needs. She’s doing exactly what she wants for her own reasons. And, what, I’m supposed to just go along with it, no questions asked? What would you do if this happened to you? I can’t believe my parents went behind my back again. So, jake, what did you tell them? Do they even know I’m here? No, I-I didn’t tell them anything, I-I promise. I didn’t answer their e-mail. I know how you feel about them, and I wouldn’t do anything to upset you.

[ Sighs ] You don’t — you don’t upset me. Just promise me if they try to contact you again you’ll let me handle it, okay? Yeah, I-I promise. Jake, before we go, I’d like to talk to your mother alone for a minute. Would you mind waiting in the car? Uh, no, t-that’s fine. Alright. I’ll walk him down, and I’ll be right back. You’re not mad at me?

[ Sighs ] No, baby. Never. Then come home. Soon. Yeah. I’ll see you soon. Tell your brothers I miss them, okay? I will. Bye, mom. Bye. You know, it’s no secret that valentin and I, we have a history. And, uh, I feel as if I have known him forever. But the thing is, he’s still a bit of a mystery to me. Hm. And that should give you a certain amount of trepidation. You’d think it should, but it hasn’t, at all. And — and I think that that is because we’ve both been burned so much in the past. But wouldn’t that make you

more cautious? Perhaps. You know, the only thing that I would say is that since valentin was in the clinic, he’s changed somewhat. For the better or the worse? Isn’t there an alarm going off in your head right about now? You think you can buy my loyalty with a ring? Oh, it is so much more. You’re keeping my daughter from me. Oh, I — you’re holding charlotte hostage. She just doesn’t realize it. She’s adjusting to life in a boarding school you put her in, only you can take her out of. I can text her, I can talk to her by phone, but you will not allow any physical contact, and you expect me to bond with you? So let’s get one thing very clear, dad. I’ve done everything I have for you to keep charlotte safe. But if you threaten her again, not only will you not get what you want… I will cut your throat.

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[ Chuckles ] Well said, valentin. Spoken like a true cassadine. But don’t you worry. Charlotte’s life is almost as precious to me as it is to you. No, it isn’T. Or you wouldn’t be treating her like a bargaining chip. That’s all she is to you. And don’t think I don’t know that. Now, are we done here? No, no. Not quite. See, while I’m very grateful to you for letting me know what laura has in mind for me, I now am counting on you to help me spoil those plans. One way or another, our beloved mayor is gonna leave office. Now, if you want to be the son I can trust and a loving father to charlotte, you’ll help me by doing exactly what I say. Laura: Do I have to remind you how valentin fought lulu tooth and nail over custody of charlotte? I mean, really, he has been a threat to my family ever since he showed up in port charles. And now he’s embraced his father, even though he knows full well what victor is capable of. I know. You’re right on every count. You are. Maybe it’s because I know who and what he is. It’s what makes me feel oddly comfortable with him. I don’t want to see you walk into a trap, anna. No, I understand. I do. And robert’s warned me, too. And yet?

[ Chuckles ] I don’t know. I just feel comfortable with him.

[ Sighs ] I don’t know. What is — what does that tell you? It tells me that things are worse than I thought. Okay. I see your point. I probably should have included chase in the process instead of going to him with a finished idea like everything was already decided. That would have been a good start, yes.

[ Sighs ] It just felt like such a win-win, dad. You know, I wrote some really good material when I was under contract with linc. Personal songs that have a lot of meaning for me. Sometimes I even dream in music, and then I wake up the next morning with a tune stuck in my head, and I realize that’s one of the songs that linc owns. He can sell it, he can rework it, he can do whatever he wants to it, and there’s absolutely nothing I can do! What am I supposed to do? Just give up? I’m not saying that. Far from it. Just look what leo posted on his social media. Leo? Yeah. Someone recorded chase singing your song at leo’s birthday and posted it. Leo got the ball rolling by liking it and linking it on his social media. And now…thousands and thousands of likes. That’s how good your song is! That’s how good chase was singing it. Look at this. Let me see this.

[ Laughs ] You’re not kidding! This post has over 50,000 likes. And people just keep reposting it. Yeah! Damn! I’m talented! What I meant to say was chase and I are talented. I’m disappointed, professor. I was hoping that you would take up my challenge to write that op-ed piece in the invader. About that… oh. No worries at all. Just to be clear, no pressure. I just thought it would be fun to read about your perspective rather than hear about it. I see you’re with your two boys over there, so I don’t want to keep you. Big fan of both of ’em. Yeah, so I hear. In fact, if memory serves, you had a hand in bringing them together. Am I right? I did what I could. Well, then consider this a sincere, if tardy, thank-you. Hm. I’m sorry if it sounded like I was comparing our situations. Obviously, what elizabeth is dealing with is so far beyond my bickering with brook lynn. It’s alright. Are there any updates? Elizabeth’s pretty convinced that the only way she can find the answers she needs is to do it on her own. She’s been pushing me away, and, uh… I’m starting to think I’m part of the problem. Jake’s in the car. How is he? At the moment, engrossed in his phone, but overall I’d say he’s a bit confused. He’s not the only one. Ever since franco died, it’s been nonstop confusion and — and chaos. Everything changed. I just loved him so much. I know. I know that franco loved you, too. But I think he would want you to move on with your life and find some happiness. That’s the thing. I-I feel like maybe I moved on too quickly. I understand. Be that as it may, I couldn’t help but notice the reaction when jake mentioned your parents. What about them? Well, clearly, they’re a trigger for you. If you say so. You are the professional.

[ Chuckles ] Yes, I am. But jake saw it, too. What do you want me to say? Where have my parents been my entire life? Absent, missing, focused on more important things. They weren’t here when I graduated from nursing school or when I got married or when I had their grandkids. Did they offer you any support when franco died? They sent flowers, which is more than I expected or wanted. What do you want from your parents? I want them to respect my wishes and stay away from my kids. Cameron’s older, but jake and aiden are at very impressionable ages. Especially jake. He’s — he’s just — he’s alone and vulnerable. Elizabeth? Elizabeth. Is that how you felt when you were his age? Alone? And vulnerable? What are you implying? I’m not implying anything. You said it yourself. The thought of franco fills your heart with love, but the mere mention of your parents creates a different reaction entirely. Is it anger? Is it fear? Forget my parents! They’re nothing to me! Nothing!

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For you I wish many things… to see all the world can be. But most of all… I wish you’ll never stop wishing. Kevin, I am so sorry. No. No, no, no. I’ve been waiting for you to do something like that. What? Embarrass myself? No. Look inside yourself. Not to those comfortable places where we usually exist, but those dark, winding ones that make us uncomfortable. What do you know about dark and winding? Well, my twin

is ryan chamberlain. I know a thing or two. Elizabeth, clearly, your relationship with your parents is a source of tur– there is no relationship. I’ve already told you. They handed me and my sister over to my gram when I was a teenager. And when I didn’t turn out to be what they expected or wanted, they washed their hands clean of me. Other than my gram, I have been on my own ever since and never looked back. But have you really left that behind? Or has it followed you everywhere you went? Buried deep? Does that still haunt you? And I don’t mean franco’s ghost. I mean something much, much scarier. Like what? I’m afraid only you can answer that question. But I will do everything I can to help you find the answer. If you really want to help me… mm-hmm. …I’ll tell you how. Look, I know you don’t like when I give you advice, but I’m going to. You need to turn your situation with elizabeth around. Meaning? Just be direct. Ask her what the problem is and see if she can articulate what’s troubling her. For once, that’s not actually completely terrible.

[ Chuckles ] That’s pretty good. Hey, look, uh — tell dad I’m gonna catch up with him later. You mind if I say something before I go? Don’t worry so much about what brook lynn wants. I think you should ask yourself, what do you want? See you around, bro. I remember it was like pulling teeth trying to get those two to talk to each other. Wonder where they got their stubborn streak from. Excuse me. Are you implying I can be stubborn? There’s nothing wrong with being opinionated.

[ Chuckles ] I can’t believe you’re still upset by my critique of the invader. I’m not upset. Do I seem upset? I was just wondering why you chickened out of writing that op-ed piece, that’s all. As I started to say earlier…

[ Cellphone chimes ] I’m getting a text. Oh, looky here! It’s a text from my op-ed editor. Just in time. Nobody makes it alone, honey. You wrote that beautiful song. Chase performed it really well. But it was your little brother’s initiative that turned it into an internet sensation. Now, doesn’t that tell you something? Yeah, it tells me that leo should probably be chase’s manager and producer.

[ Laughs ] Maybe one day, after he becomes the next jacques cousteau or saves the world… yeah. …Whichever comes first. Kid’s got some big plans.

[ Laughs ] In the meantime… I think you have some fences to mend, don’t you? What if it’s too late? Would that really stop you? Okay. I got to go take a shower and change my clothes before I try to make things right with chase. And you need to double leo’s allowance.

[ Laughs ] Thank you. Um, I have to say that, um, I really appreciate your concern, laura, I do. And — and I can promise you this, that whatever happens with valentin, I do have my eyes wide open, okay? Okay. I’m sorry. I-I have to go. No. Please. My treat. And listen. Just to clarify, I am not trying to tell you how to live your life. I am reminding you that you said that valentin was different when he came back from the clinic, but you didn’t tell me if it was for better or for worse. It’s kind of a little of both, you know? Um, when he shows up, when he’s present, he’s very attentive. And more committed to his father. Anna. Love can be intoxicating. Don’t let it rob you of your better sense. Trust. You know? Trust. But verify. Okay. Okay. I love you. I love you, too.

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[ Cellphone rings ] Hello, you. Please don’t hang up. I think we need to talk. No time like the present. Hey. I need to see her, kevin. Oh, I’m sorry. Listen, the last thing I want to do is force myself into this situation, but I’m not just some guy that cares about elizabeth. Alright? I’m a doctor. And before you go, “wrong specialty,” just remember that denial can be infectious, too. So just, please, please take me to her, alright? I just want to help. I’m sorry, finn, but elizabeth’s gone. Were you texted something interesting? The latest submission to the op-ed page. I tried to tell you earlier, but I’m guessing you were the star of your high-school debate team. You didn’t really give me a chance. No need to explain. Turns out you’ve accepted my challenge after all.

[ Clears throat ] Yes. Hello? Um, hi. I’m calling regarding a former patient of yours. His name’s valentin cassadine. Hello, laura. Glad I found you. Can I join you?

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I did something and… you’re not gonna like it. That’s my favorite opener to any conversation. I wish I had a different one. Okay. Lay it on me. I had an idea… mm-hmm. …To mitigate the financial hit that you took on the aurora stock, a way to generate enough capital for you to hold on to your half of the hotel. Okay, that doesn’t sound too bad. What part am i not gonna like? The whole plan is contingent on nina. Sonny: What’s going on with carly? I’m sorry. I didn’t mean — I-I just assumed that you already knew. Knew what? Well, apparently, carly invested heavily in aurora and when the merger didn’t happen with elq, she — she lost quite a bit of money. What’s quite a bit? Sonny, she lost her half of the metro court. I love horses. Yeah? When I was a little girl, I had one. Well, technically, he wasn’t

[Chuckles] Mine, but… I loved him like he was. Willow tait, you have been holding out on me. I didn’t know that. I mean, just say the word and I can get you a horse of your own. Oh, well, thank you, but we should probably wait a little bit. I’m pretty sure horseback riding isn’t a recommended prenatal activity. Right. You are pregnant. I’m pregnant. With our baby. That’s correct. A tiny human made up of half you and half me.

[ Sighs ] A little brother or sister for wiley. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so grateful in my life. Me neither.

[ Clears throat ] Apologize. Uh, never been known for my timing. I’m, uh, the new stable hand — cody bell. I appreciate your help with this. It’s the least I can do after your clutch play at the all-star game. It was pretty clutch, wasn’t it? Yeah, it was. It was fun. Probably because we were there for a good cause, no cynical ulterior motive driving it. As opposed to…? That nightmare “charity mixer” society setups put on. Oh, I hadn’t heard about that. You might literally be the only person. What did I miss? Oh, you know, just the lowest moment of my life, that now resides on the internet for all of eternity. It keeps the baby secure, promotes mother/child bonding, and it is so easy to use! Which, many of you moms know, isn’t always the case. [ Laughs ] Sasha, would you help me demonstrate? I need to stop this. I — wait, wait, wait. You can’T. You can’T. This is live tv. You will only humiliate sasha. Flora, why don’t you just demonstrate it yourself? Well, now, don’t be intimidated. Truly, it just goes on in three easy steps. Well, that does sound amazing. Mm-hmm. Doesn’t it, sasha? It sure does. Please, show me how it’s done. Okay.

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There you go. How easy was that, huh? Very. Mm-hmm. I just cannot say enough about the benefits of carrying your child close to your body. It actually soothes them, mimicking their time in the womb. No, no, brando is right. This is more than sasha can or should handle. I know. I agree, but what are we supposed to do? It makes them feel safe, warm, secure… maxie! …Everything they felt when they were in utero. Flora, now tell us what inspired you to create this baby carrier? Well, I just couldn’t, in good conscience, abide some of the contraptions I saw well-meaning parents totin’ their babies around in. I knew I could come up with something better. And you did.

[ Laughs ] Oh, sasha, is this your first time wearing a baby carrier? Well, you put it on like an old pro. Uh, I might’ve practiced with another product at one point. But this one was much simpler. And now, we’re gonna show everyone how securely it holds the baby. Oh, he’s adorable. Isn’t he?

[ Chuckles ] You ready for your little bundle of joy? Ready for the baby, sasha? I might’ve had a few too many cocktails. They were free! Understood. So, there I was, holding court about the “romance industrial complex,” when a skydiver came out of nowhere and knocked me into the pool! What? I could’ve drowned under that stupid parachute. Well, you seem no worse for wear. Maybe. But then it was ugly. And it’s a gif, a never-ending reminder. Hardly ideal, huh? No, it’s not. Well, I take it you’ve cut all ties with that particular dating service? You would think, wouldn’t you? But no. I have decided to give society setups another try. I mean, it’s not their fault they hired a shoddy skydiver with lousy aim. Actually, that’s exactly what it is. Orderly: Chief westbourne? Yes? Uh, a patient left this behind when he came in for an exam and you were listed as a contact on his paperwork. You’ve got to be kidding me. I’m michael corinthos, and this here is — it’s willow. Impressive. Well, yeah, olivia told me you two were gonna show me around. I think the term she used was “get you settled,” make you feel at home. Always a mother hen.

[ Chuckles ] This is a nice setup. Yeah, your, uh — your room and bathroom are upstairs. There’s a boathouse and a pool on the premises, so you can use either to your leisure. Appreciate the hospitality.

[ Chuckles ] So, olivia said you and dante went to summer camp together? Yeah. Glory days, as I like to call them. I think I’m actually the first person to get dante up on a horse. And the last?

[ Laughs ] Probably. Yeah, honestly, I can’t even picture it. You and dante close? Uh, y-yeah. He’s just — we’re — we’re half brothers through adoption. It’s complicated. Okay. But, uh, knowing that you and dante are old friends, it’s no surprise that olivia trusted you with the family horses. I guess drew is feeling a little guilty because carly lost all that money investing in the, you know, success of aurora, so he’s feeling like he needs to raise some capital, so he even asked me if I wanted to buy crimson outright. And? And… …I turned him down. I just don’t feel like it’s ethical to take advantage of drew’s, you know, sudden reversal of fortune. I know what you’re gonna say. Doubtful. And I didn’t say no because the — the outcome would’ve benefited carly. That’s right. T-that’s not what I was gonna say. I said no — one reason is because if I truly paid what crimson is worth, I would’ve overinvested in myself. What does that mean? Sonny, you know how much I love my magazine, but investing in print media right now, it’s really risky, and there’s no guaranteed long-term return. Plus, on top of that, I don’t want to be editor-in-chief and owner. I want crimson to be taken seriously, not viewed as some vanity project for a real estate heiress with nothing better to do.

Those are my reasons for saying no. Very astute.

[ Chuckles ] Thank you. You clearly have a — a head for business. Carly used to, as well. Looks like something has clouded her judgment. You’re right. If nina’s involved, I don’t like it. Well, don’t worry because it didn’t happen. Nina wasn’t interested. In what, exactly? I offered to sell her crimson. Why? So that I could use the proceeds to reimburse you for your losses! Isn’t crimson the most profitable title in aurora’s print division? Yeah. And aurora’s stocks have flatlined, drew. I am aware. You’re gonna need every asset you have to stay in business, so why on earth would you try and sell your best one? Because I got you into this and it’s on me to get you out.

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Cody, this is comet. Comet, huh? Yes. Hey, comet. Good to meet you. He belongs to leo quartermaine. Yeah, olivia told me her son’s on the spectrum. Can’t imagine anything better than working with horses to help out a kid. Help anyone out, for that matter. You know, horses are a lot like people. They each have their own individual personalities. When you gain their trust, it’s a bond like no other. Sorry, I get a little sentimental when I talk about these guys. I-I don’t blame you. Your understanding of horses will be great for leo. We’re glad to have you. Yes. Not half as glad as I am to be here. Right, bud? I’m sorry. Did I ask you to come to my rescue? Wait. Is that what you heard? Um, yeah! The — the failed merger is on me, carly.

[ Scoffs ] Look! When the executive consultant suggested it, I jumped on the idea. I pitched it to michael. We developed a strategy around it. And you were betrayed by ned. But I should’ve seen that coming! Because infighting, it’s what the quartermaines do best! I should’ve at least factored in the possibility that ned could’ve turned because, if I had, I got to be honest, michael and I probably wouldn’t have mentioned a merger to ned in the first place. No, I don’t believe that because that would make you like ned, who’s exactly like edward. And we already had this discussion. You’re lila. You’re lila’s side of the family. Well, then, maybe I need to lean in more to edward’s example because look where my high ideals have gotten me. No! Don’t do that! Don’t take responsibility for my choices. I was surprised, too, that carly would risk her stake in the hotel. I mean, and you know, as well as I do, she and olivia made the metro court a five-star destination. It’s a huge success. Definitely a bad business move, which makes me think that carly’s investment is not just about business. Michael’s lashing out at me. She wants to back him, give him a win, so she overinvested. How do you feel about that? That carly’s drawn into michael’s vendetta? Not good.

[ Chuckling ] Just trying to live my life. But I’m not gonna let her twist. Oh, of course not. She’s the mother of my children. No, honestly. No, I — listen, I get it. Knowing you, I’d expect nothing less. Listen to me. Uh… thank you for understanding and, uh… I’ll catch up with you later. Sounds great. Oh!

[ Laughs ] Flora: Just to give everybody an idea, this doll weighs 15 pounds, but the carrier can hold as low as 8, all the way up to 33. Ideally, that covers infancy up to age 3. Sasha, why don’t you move around a little bit? Oh, you know, it does look exceedingly secure.

Oh, it is.

Snug as a bug,

as I say.

Oh, I love it.

Oh, and, uh, how wonderful

that sasha maintains

her freedom of movement.

That is

the real beauty.

Both arms

are accessible,

so you could go

about your day while always keeping your child close.

[ Chuckle ] How does it feel, sasha?

[ Gasping ] Oh, I knew it couldn’t be true. It just couldn’T. Oh, sweetheart, you’re alive.

[ Gasps ]

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and condescending. But I do? It’s not your fault that I bought all that aurora stock. In fact, you went out of your way to tell me not to, to discourage me, but I didn’t listen. In true carly fashion, I went all-in. But this place. I know. It is heartbreaking at the thought of losing it, but it is my loss and it is my fault, certainly not yours. Hey, drew. You got a second? Well, I-I’m kind of in the middle of something. Carly, it’s okay. We’ll talk later. Okay. Carly: What is it? I heard you could lose your half of the metro court. Who told you? Olivia? Nina? Whatever. It doesn’t matter. Public’s gonna know soon enough. They don’t have to. That’s why I’m here. Let me help you. What did you think about cody? I think he’s charming. And he knows it. Yeah, but he’s not more charming than me, though, right? Never. Thank you.

[ Chuckles ] I like him. I like him. Me, too. I don’t think you can fake how you feel about horses. It’s clear to me that his care and concern are real. And what he was saying about them learning to trust you, I remember how special that felt, that bond that I shared with hector. Um, b-back up. Hector?

[ Chuckles ] He was an old cow pony and he had been through, I mean, god knows how many riders, but I was 12 and I fell in love with him. Gave him so much attention, it was ridiculous. And he came to the fence whenever I whistled for him. Other people would try, but he would only amble over for me. Whatever happened to hector? I don’t know. When my mom became disenchanted with that community, we moved on. I got to say goodbye to him and give him one last apple, but that was it. I never saw him again. How many times did you move around when you were just a little kid? Too many to count.

[ Scoffs ] I’m sorry. It’s okay. No, willow, it’s not — it’s not gonna be that way with our kids. Not with wiley and not with our new baby. Tell you a secret, if you promise just to keep it between the two of us. Yeah? Yeah. I’m a hustler. I know. I’m in it for the money. And what I really want? Place of my own. Where no one can steal what I love. Assuming I ever let myself love anything again.

[ Footsteps approaching ] Lose something? I tell you what, just — just call me when it’s done, alright? Alright. Thanks. Bye. Oh, wait. Sasha! I got to turn this on. Sasha:

Oh, my baby boy. I’ve missed you so much.

Oh, liam!

You’re here.

[ Gasps ] Sasha’s in trouble. Sasha? A-are you okay? Oh, I’m perfect. Oh, my sweet liam. I almost forgot how beautiful you are.

[ Sniffles ]

[ Chuckles ] Okay, that’s it. That’s it. Stop the show. Hey, hey, sasha.

Brando!

Look, liam. It’s okay. I — our son is here with me. I see. I see.

[ Camera shutter clicking ] No! No! You — don’T. Get out.

Look at me. Get out right now. Get out of here!

Look at me.

Do you know where you’re at?

No, no, no.

Where’s liam?

[ Gasps ] Where is he?!

Hey. Where is he?!

Look at me. Look at me.

It’s okay. No! No! Brando!

He was right here! You have to believe me! I-I do. I do. Our son, he was right here! Look at me. It’s okay. It’s okay.

[ Sobbing ] It’s okay. Everything’s alright.

[ Gasping ]

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Carly: I’m not interested in your help. Not a time to be proud, carly. Use your head. What should my head be telling me? You waived your claim to all community property and you walked away with the house, which, you know, you had every right to, those are your assets. So I’m gonna have my accountant valuate them, right? And you should be getting what you should’ve gotten from the beginning — 50%. No. No what? No. We are divorced, sonny. Yeah, I know that. I got exactly what I wanted, okay? I agreed to the settlement. I wanted the house and nothing more. You mean nothing more from me? You’re gonna be that stubborn and let your anger keep you from what you’re owed, what you needed? This is the metro court. This is your baby. I will be fine. How? I don’t know. I’ll figure something out, okay? I don’t want to talk about this anymore. Okay, if that’s how you want it. Yeah, it is. Just want — just want to say one thing. Just want you to know that there’s gonna come a time, and — and it will, when you have to, uh, come here and pay to sit at the pool… …that you used to own. I offered. You turned me down. I am so, so terribly sorry. I-I had no idea that sasha had lost a child, and so recently. Oh, please, don’t apologize. Any responsible representative could and should have been able to improvise when you dropped in. You assured us that sasha was camera-ready, that those problems with emotional instability and drugs were all behind her.

[ Scoffs ] Excuse me? It was never, ever stated anywhere that sasha would be required to promote a baby carrier! We would’ve never agreed to it, never in a million years! Of co– of course not. I-I-I-I-I can’t even imagine how much pain she was in. Oh, you don’t have to imagine it. She just showed our entire viewership. You really have no heart. Our fans tune in to enjoy themselves, to be cheered up.

[ Scoffs ] To escape from the hum and drum of the mundane and maybe, possibly, hopefully, acquire some beautiful and useful things. And right now, we are showing reruns! This is a nightmare! People have been calling in for items that were sold out months ago. This is a disaster, and it’s all your fault! So, buckle up, sweetheart. Because home & heart is gonna sue. I’d strongly advise against that. For all of our flaws — and, well, there are many — the quartermaines are, you know, a settled family. What do you mean? Well, I mean, ever since alan bought this property and he — and he built this house and he gave it to monica — he did? I’m kidding.

[ Both laugh ] Well, just that, you know, port charles has — has been the quartermaines’ home and it’s gonna be — it’s gonna be our children’s home. I mean, if you — if you want it to be. It’s not like we’re, you know — we’re not mandated to live here or anything. I know. I know.

[ Sighs ] It just… their hearts aren’t gonna break, like yours did. They’re not gonna have to leave what they love behind. I never dreamed in a million years that I would get to live somewhere so beautiful. The lake, the homes, the gardens — it’s all — it’s all breathtaking. But buildings and property mean nothing without the people in them. My home is with you and wiley and his little brother or sister.

[ Chuckles ] We could live in a bunker for all I care. Right. Well, I mean, this is — this is better. This is much better.

[ Chuckles ] Thank you for bringing this back. It is one of my prized possessions. I got it at a rodeo down in cheyenne. Yes, I can see how much it means to you, seeing as how you left it behind in an exam room. So sorry for being a tad distracted. You know, not knowing where you’re gonna live or where you’re getting your next meal can do that to a guy. Mm. Well, you seem to have solved that problem. Sure did. Room and board included. And I get to work with horses. It’s a win-win. Right, bud? Right, bud? Is it just me, or do horses seem fonder of you than humans do? Only certain humans. Like whoever left you beat up in that alley?

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That was all a misunderstanding. A misunderstanding that cracked your ribs? And look at me now — gainfully employed, doing what I love. You know there’s a pool here and a boathouse? And, apparently, I’m allowed to use both of them. Ooh, living the good life. I’ll say. Okay, I’m out. Uh, that belt was my last goodwill gesture. And, for future reference, I am not your emergency contact. Who else was I supposed to put down? Okay, here’s the thing.I barely know you, okay? And, honestly, I wish i didn’t know you at all. No won der you need to relyon a matchmaking service. What was that? Your interpersonal skills? They could use a little work. Do not put my name on your paperwork again. Alright, I’m sorry. For which part, huh? All of it, okay? I — I owe you big-time for helping me out in that alley and now you return my belt. I just — actually think I have the perfect way to repay you. It is amazing how different it feels this time. Being pregnant? The love is just as strong, but… when I realized that shiloh had gotten me pregnant, I was so scared and so desperate to save my baby. Every single decision was about making sure shiloh didn’t find him. So you gave him up. It was the bravest thing you could’ve done. And the hardest. Until I had to say goodbye to him. But now I get to experience all the good parts — the excitement and, you know, the dreams for his or her future because… this time I get to be a part of that future. Oh, heck yeah, you do. Our baby. Conceived in love.

[ Sighs ] You know, losing jonah is a heaviness we’ll always carry. But it’s also a reminder of how blessed we are. With wiley and now this little one on the way, I mean, how lucky are we, michael? The luckiest. I swear to you [Gasps] Brando. He was right there. Liam was in my arms. I know. I know. I know. T-thank you for meeting us, dr. Collins. Of course. Of course. Sasha. Sasha, how are you doing? She — she was asked to demonstrate a baby carrier on live tv. And it was just too much for her, you know, after losing our son. Were there any indications before the broadcast that she was struggling? You mean like today? Or the days and weeks leading up to it. Uh…nothing that really stands out to me, but, I mean, my mom has been concerned that she could be using again. I don’t know if this is protocol, but here’s her purse. I’d need the spouse’s permission to open it. No, don’t, please. Just give that to me. Please! Sasha, sasha, hey. Sasha, please. It’s okay. It’s okay. It’s okay. It’s okay. Dr. Collins, it’s okay.

[ Purse unzips ]

[ Sobbing ]

[ Nina sobbing ] Hey. W-what happened? Sasha, she was doing a live appearance on television and she had a [Sniffles] Complete meltdown. It — it — it was awful. That’s alright. Come on. Okay. Okay. Alright.

[ Sighs ]

[ Sobbing ]

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Do you like to ride? No. You want to think about that for a minute, or…? Sure. Yeah, no. Have you ever tried? When I was a kid. Wound up on my butt and promptly realized it was one of those things that looks better in the movies than it does in real life. I can’t even begin to tell you how wrong you are about that. And yet, you just did. I can teach you to ride so you’ll love it. I’m all set, thanks. It’ll change your world. Did you not hear me when I said I didn’t want to? No, uh, what I heard was you’re afraid to. Two very different things. You know the expression “get back on the horse”? Everyone knows that expression. Well, it’s true. The only way to conquer your fears is to try again and, lucky for you, I’m an experienced teacher. You’ve had this job all of 10 minutes and you’re already offering lessons on a property and a horse you don’t own. Excuses, excuses. If you’re ever willing to push past your cowardice and rise to the challenge, you know where to find me. I’ll do that. She likes me. I can tell. Ms. Gardens, I admire your commitment to simplicity and sustainability, and I apologize for this unfortunate accident. Oh, no, I’m the one that should be apologizing. Had — had I known that that poor woman had lost a child, I — but you didn’T. Through no fault of your own.

[ Sighs ] I think I might take a break from home & heart altogether. Uh, excuse me.

[ Sighs ] Who are you, and what are you doing here? I’m a shareholder in deception. How did you even get access to this studio? I was watching the broadcast and saw how you mangled the situation. Oh, please! I did everything possible to stave off this disaster — one that deception created. Flora is our biggest seller. Her appearances are always best-sellers, and I’m sure you realize that that is a little more revenue your company has just cost us. It’s nothing compared to the negative publicity you’ll receive when deception calls you out for your callous treatment of a grieving mother. The way I see it, you have two options. One — deception can thank you for your support and laud home & heart for its kindness. Or they can file a claim for damages because you didn’t do your homework and subjected sasha to emotional duress. Now, which works better for you? Please give sasha my best wishes for a very swift recovery. Oh, don’t you worry. I sure will. Wow. I-I-I actually am speechless. I don’t know what to say.

You just saved our bacon. I was dismayed when I tuned in and saw sasha’s meltdown. I paid good money for my deception stock. I expect an equally good return. Keep better control of your talent , ms. Coe. Or there will be consequences.

[ Sighs ] How long have you been taking those pills? Just — it was just to help me through it. Just a few. Brando, I’m sorry. Don’t be sorry. I shouldn’t have lied to you. I… I’m just so tired. Can we please go home?

[ Sniffles ] Dr. Collins, what do you think? I’d recommend keeping sasha for observation. How long? We can start with a 72-hour hold. You hear that? Dr. Collins thinks that you should stay in the hospital for now. Oh, no, no. I — I don’t want to stay here. I want to go home with you. Yeah, I want that, too. I will be better at home, I promise. As her husband, you can authorize the hold. You really think she needs it? I do. It’s the best first step for her to start to heal. You can trust kevin. He’s the best there is.

[ Sniffles ] Do you really think it’s safe for sasha to go home? Okay. Alright. I’ll, uh — I’ll take her to a room and an administrator will walk you through the paperwork. No, no. Please, don’t — don’t leave me here. I want to go home with you. I know. Brando, I want to go home with you! I don’t want to be here! Brando, please! Please! Sasha, s-she was demonstrating a baby carrier and they — they had a doll in it and she looked down at this doll and she — she started talking to liam. She insisted that her — her little boy had come back to her. Heartbreak is not strong enough of a word. Okay. I’m gonna call brando. I’m sure he — no, brando was there. He came from behind the camera to help her. And I talked to maxie, and sasha’s at G.H. Right now. Well, that’s good. They’ll know what to do for her, right? Yeah. I’m just grateful that brando is there to support her. I know what that grief is like. Waking up, finding out that your baby is gone. And I felt that feeling again when I found out that nelle was my daughter and it was —

[ Crying ] I was just too late to help her. You didn’t have anybody to help you grieve, right? Come here. It’s okay. It’s okay. Look, you don’t have to be alone anymore. I’m gonna be there for you. You understand me? I’m gonna be there for you every step of the way. Come on. You weren’t supposed to see that. Nothing wrong with a good cry.

[ Scoffs ] Yeah? I would even venture to say it helps. You cry a lot? Phew! Yeah. All the time.

[ Laughs ] Every chance I get. I just put so much of myself into the metro court. It’s just hard to say goodbye, you know? Mm. But you didn’t have to. I-I forgot my phone earlier and when I came back for it… you heard me talking to sonny. Why’d you turn him down? Oh, come on. Do you really have to ask that?

[ Sighs ] No, I guess I don’T. It’s my problem. It’s my responsibility, and I’m certainly not gonna let sonny bail me out. But it wouldn’t be a bailout. You’re — you’re entitled to those assets. I don’t want them, not after what sonny did at the hearing. He comforted nina after her attorney attacked his own son. That’s not a man I know and certainly not a man I want to be indebted to. I’ll figure something out. You think I’m an idiot, don’t you? That is literally the last thing I think. Carly corinthos may be down, but she is never out. Some people would say the same thing about you.

[ Chuckles ] To you. To us… rising again. Hear, hear.

[ Bottles clink ]

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[ Gasps ] Oh, my goodness. Just — somebody pinch me so I know I’m not dreaming. Ow! That was kind of hard! Well, at least you know you’re not dreaming. Admit it — you are just as excited about all of this as I am. Are you kidding me? Getting to market deception products on “home & heart”? This show is like the holy grail for makeup sales. Right? I mean, enchanted cosmetics makes a killing every time they nab a time slot. Wait. Will we see erica kane? Oh, my god! I would just die! I would keel over. Not before we count our profits, which will be huge.

[ Laughs ] Well, that is, of course, if our beautiful face of deception is up to the task. Oh, you got this. Right, sasha? Absolutely. Let’s do this!

[ Laughs ] Come on. I’m glad I found you. We need to talk. Lately, every time we talk, my life goes sideways. I know. I’m sorry. But not anymore. Drum roll, please.

[ Hands drumming table ] Today is the day I change your life. Earth to cam. What is wrong with you? Wow. T-there’s nothing wrong. Why would there be anything wrong? Maybe because you keep saying the word “wrong”? -It’s just your whole vibe. -And your face. Okay. This is — this is how my face is. Lately. But it’s not your usual… open and honest “cam” face. And I have to wonder why. What am I doing here? Uh, looking for you, of course. Oh, well, you found me. Now what are you gonna do with me? Hey, now. Hey, now.

[ Muffled ] It’s almost impossible.

[ Laughter ] It’s still there! Dr. Westbourne! How, uh, serendipitous. I-I was hoping to avail myself of your counsel. You’re pregnant?

[ Laughs ] How have I never noticed how humorous you are? No, no, no. My — my problem is not, uh, physical. It is, in fact… romantic-al. I’m losing? Mm-hmm. No, no, no. Alright. I get another shot. -Ho, ho! No! -Another shot at redemption. I’m not — I’m not giving up the crown. You afraid? I’m gonna tell you right now. Your dad is just afraid that we’re making a scene. No. Well, we are, but it — yeah, it is kind of a classy restaurant. Wanna hear something, kid? Your dad wasn’t always so classy. He’s used to be a hell-raiser. Are you sure? Oh, yeah. Taught him everything I know. Nah. Oh. My assistant didn’t tell me I had…a visitor. May I help you? Well, that’s not gonna be necessary. But I can help you. I understand not wanting to take the money from the quartermaines, but, uh… what about your ex-husband? I would say he owes you a favor… or five hundred. Don’t say a word to sonny. Carly, he’s gonna find out. Great. Let him find out. But not right now. Hey, carly. Hey, olivia. Sonny. I’m gonna go… take care of that…thing.

[ Chuckles ] She beat it out of here real quick. What, she didn’t want to get caught in the crossfire? The crossfire? Or whatever bad news you’re gonna tell me.

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My life doesn’t need changing.I just want it back. The life that I had, the one where I was a police detective. Look. I get it. Things look bad now, but being temporarily barred from working at the pcpd, it’s just that — it’s temporary. You will get your badge back. And until then, there are other ways to be productive. Like what? Like a career change.

[ Indistinct conversations ] Okay. The selection looks great, but they’ll have to be rearranged. We’ll segue from lipsticks to our cutting-edge lip plumper to the feline lash lift, and then we’ll probably go eyeshadow after that. Not gonna work. Can you move my 5:00 to 6:00? Absolutely. Great. Thank you, honey. Sure. Haven de havilland.

[ Chuckles ] Oh. Oh, my goodness. Okay. Deep breath. I have to tell you that you are absolutely my idol. Yeah, and I never miss a chance to watch your show. Oh, well, thank you. And — and I am a big fan of deception and the sales you’re about to rack up. And here’s the face of deception herself, sasha gilmore. Honey, it is an honor. The honor is all mine. Aww. Ladies, ladies, how about a few photos for the fans? All together. Now big smiles. Beautiful. More. Sasha told me she thought it would be good publicity for deception. Hey, sash, how about one of just you and haven? Oh, oh. Beautiful. Yeah. Okay. That’s enough for now. We’ll take more later. Okay. How about we get some of the queen on her throne? Oh, honey, I like the way you think. Okay. Wait. Is it just me or is there something just a little bit off about sasha? Britt: You’d get better romantic advice from an amoeba. May I draw on your experience, then? Uh, specifically your experience with society setups? The sermon at the pool didn’t tell you all you needed to know? Well, I mean, maxie told me that you received six months’ free service as a courtesy after your incident with the skydiver, so I… have you had no — no success since then? I’ve been busy washing my hair. Why have you not partaken? What’s the point? The society setups’ matches are either duds or no-shows. That’s unfortunate. I hoped maybe things had turned around for you. It might bode well for me. If you’re thinking of joining, don’T. Ah, it’s too late. Already scheduled for date number three with match number one. In fact, uh — yeah, here she is. Um… brandi.

[ Laughter ] Okay. Ma! Hey! Look. Stand up and meet my mother. This is cody. Ho, ho! The cody? Cody bell from camp? The one and only!

[ Laughs ] I can’t believe it. I’m so pleased to finally meet mama falconeri! Ah! Do you have any idea how many calls I got from their camp counselors about all the mischief these knuckleheads were getting into? Well, this guy’s apparently turned over a new leaf. Oh. Uh, trying to, at least. My mom is sick, and I have to take care of my brothers, I’m working two jobs, and I’m still getting creepy texts from randos about my sex life. So stop overthinking my “cam face.” Cam. I’m sorry. No. I — look. I’m sorry, alright? It could be worse, right? I’ll quit complaining. No. You weren’t complaining. You were just describing what’s going on with you. And I wish you’d do more of that, you know, instead of bottling it up. Trust me. You have no idea how much I’d like to unload. Well, why don’t you? Well, I was thinking that we could go for a picnic. Ugh. Don’t you remember? I hate ants. Let’s go back to the pool. We’ll go to the pool first. Alright? Start with joss. Promise to not leave me hanging? Yeah, I got your back. I promise. The pool scene is just so…bougie. Or we could fly to manhattan, get a suite, go out, or, um, you know… stay in. Tempting.

[ Chuckles ] Uh, but let’s enjoy what’s left of the sun, yeah? The pool it is. Donna’s fine. And everything else in your life is irrelevant to me? Those are the terms we agreed upon in our divorce. Alright. Well, if you reconsider, y-you know how to reach me. Drew, I don’t see you in these offices much since you took over for jax. Well, you run a tight ship. Profitable. I don’t like to micromanage when business is going well. Well, thank you. And yet you are here. To offer me some…”help”? You make my help sound like a different four-letter word. Well, you made it very, very clear in what you think of me, so it’s making me wonder if your help w-would actually be beneficial. Let’s leave carly and sonny out of this, okay? This is not personal. This is just business. Yeah, but I’m hearing that your business isn’t exactly booming these days after the aurora/elq merger that didn’t happen. Valentin did get ahead of me and michael, yes. And so what does that mean for your future? The stock is gonna recover eventually. So will aurora. Maybe even faster with a — with a change at the top.

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So you’re stepping down from aurora? No. No. The shareholders aren’t very happy with me, so I do have to make some moves to placate them. And is your first move to replace me at crimson? I have no intention of replacing you, nina. I do intend to offload crimson. The shareholders will respond very positively to the sudden cash infusion from selling the magazine. Alright. Well, good luck to you, drew. But please communicate to the future purchasers that my contract guarantees that I have independence. I can run this magazine however I see fit. We can avoid that issue altogether, nina… if you buy crimson yourself. No worries. No worries. I’m not gonna take your picture. It wouldn’t be the most flattering. What do you want, felty? I was about to ask you the same question. Need more pills? I’m good! Are you sure? It’s gonna be a long day! Oh. There you are! I assume you got my script notes. Start with lipstick and then — now, just remember. Keep it personal. You know, you’re giving our viewers a confidential glimpse into your life. Make them feel like they’re in the know. Lucy: Yes. Oh, but, uh, don’t get so specific. You lose your appeal. No. And keep it warm but not too effusive. You know, you got to maintain your credibility. Just give the viewers something to aspire to. But don’t come off as conceited. Oh! Oh, oh. No, no, no, no, no. Our sasha is never, ever conceited. No, no. You’ve got this. Right, sasha? Uh — right! Of course! Good! Just remember what erica kane always says. Yes! “Remember to have fun!” “And sell, sell, sell!”

[ Laughter ] Right. And we’re on in 15. So just take deep breaths. And don’t smear your lipstick. Lucy, let’s go over those products one final time. Yes, your majesty. Oh. Okay. How are you doing? -I’m good. -I want pictures of this… maybe a little dry. Okay. I’ll find you some water. Okay. Need a boost? Why can’t you unload like you want to? I mean, you know I’m not gonna judge. It’s just that, um… some people have it harder than me. Like me? Don’t go there, webber. I don’t have a monopoly on problems. You don’t have to be strong or silent on my account. Is just “strong” okay? I’m fine with that. Incoming. Esme: Well, isn’t that sweet! One last hurrah before the trial of the century. So, sam told me you might be sticking around. I might be. Yeah. Um… your son has a couch with my name on it… ah. …Just until I get some gainful employment. Ah, you can stay as long as you want. We got plenty of room. Yeah, dante told me that you really have a way with horses. This guy wants to own his own ranch. Really? Well, you know, my family happens to be looking for a new overseer for our stables. Um, I would love to hear more about that, I promise.

[ Chuckles ] I’m not trying to be rude, but I have to go check on something real quick. Oh. If you’ll excuse me. Britt: This is brandi? You found her on society setups? Well, society setups found us. But, um, I mean, it’s probably too good to be true. I mean, if they can’t find a match for someone as eligible as you, I mean, what kind of success can I truly hope to achieve? Cody: Ahh. Take heart. There’s hope for all of us. Even the hardest of hard-luck cases. I burnt through my savings during my last suspension. You know I thought I aged out of ramen when I turned 25? There’s an age limit for ramen? I guess I could go into private security. You would look hot in a full black suit with one of those earpieces. But I can’t see you turning the other way when your billionaire boss does something shady. Okay, then what? Become a P.I.? Drive around pcu in a golf cart busting underage keggers? I didn’t say job change. I said career change. Look, you are qualified for way more than “cop without a badge” work. Okay? You’ve got assets. Assets? Whoa. No, no, no. I’m not doing a magic milo act. I’m not referring to your body. I’m referring to your voice.

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Glass of the house white?

[ Sighs ] Oh, man. Hey, joss, let me get you a fresh drink. Anyone want anything? No? Okay. Great. No trouble while I’m gone. Remember, people come here not for drama but for a diversion. I hear ya. Um, if it’ll make you happy, I’ll move to the other side of the pool. To take a break from your constant puppy-dog eyes at spencer. No drama. Oh, trina sees right through your boyfriend as if he’s not even there. Don’t do this, joss. Meanwhile, you can’t seem to keep your hands to yourself. Did she tell you how she was all over officer cabrera the other day? What are you talking about? Oh, joss is just making up stories because it’s trina who’s into officer cabrera. Thing is, he’s just another guy who wants nothing to do with you. Ohh… hey. Hey. Mrs. Corinthos. I’m sorry. I mean, um — oh, that’s okay. That’s okay. How are you, cam? I’m doing okay. Yeah? How’s your mom? Have you been to shadybrook to visit her? Couple times, yeah. You know, actually, I noticed — I think you have some lipstick on your teeth. Oh! Well, gosh. We can’t have that. Thank you. [ Chuckles ] Josslyn: Uh, hey, you need to get your girlfriend under control. Josslyn, back off! The porno queen of pcu is in no position to judge anyone. What did you just call me? He called you the porno queen of pcu.

[ Grunts ] Oh! Damn it! I heard him the first time. Well, then hear this! You bitch!

[ Onlookers gasp ] The only bitch is you!

[ Screams ] You want to sell crimson and you want to sell it to me? You’ve got the institutional knowledge. You’ve got a great track record. I mean, you can take your chances with a new boss or you can buy it and you can be your own boss. So generous. Thank you for coming to me first. Nina, t-there is a deal to be made here. A deal that might be just too good to be true. Why do I have a feeling that there’s another angle? Ager. Good surprise or bad surprise? Good surprise, of course. But I thought you were backed up at the garage. Uh, I am, but I ran into michael this morning at the gym, and he told me about willow going to the hospital. And I just realized I can’t be away from you on your big day. I mean any day, really. Did michael say how willow was? I’m guessing much better because he was in a damn good mood. Yes. I need to order an ob consult for room 1001. Willow’s room? Sometimes I can’t help but envy you. Confirming to a woman that she’s pregnant has to be your favorite part of the job, right? Of course he was. Uh, what do you mean? Oh, uh, my touch-up. Um, wish me luck. I’ll tell you what. I’ll do you one better. Is it done? Everything is prepared as you required. Good man! Hardly. Alright. Come on. This payoff is gonna be powerball sized. I just need to be real cautious with my execution — stop. Stop. I need hear no more. Our business is concluded. Aw, spinelli, man. You hurt my feelings. Haven’t I been good to you? I’ve been keeping your secret. Yeah. It’s called extortion. Extortion? Extortion is more impactful when the party being extorted is innocent, which you’re anything but. Sorry I’m late, spinelli. Um… who’s your friend?

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Come on, chase. Take your best shot. Tell me all the ways I’d be a horrible manager, how it would never work, blah, blah, blah. Actually, it’s the first sensible thing you’ve said. It is? If anyone can make me a star, it’s you. Okay. Come on. Reality, though. Picture me on a stage at some sleazy bar where peanuts stick to the ground with a paycheck that doesn’t pay my rent? That is the beauty of my plan. If this thing works, you will make bank quick… or at least enough to cover your expenses until you find out whether or not you’re gonna get your badge back. How are we gonna pull that off? You never have to set foot on a real stage, okay? All we have to do is present an aura of success, enough to attract a real manager, one who will pay through the roof for your contract, a manager like linc. You ripped my hair out! Hey, come closer, and I’ll rip out some more. I don’t think so! Spencer, you and your girlfriend get the hell out of here. You are banned from my hotel. Out! I took the liberty of drawing up a buyout in case you’re interested. Obviously, it’s just filled with a bunch of legal jargon, but the bottom line is, is if you buy crimson, you take control of the magazine… and your destiny, for that matter. But the only way this happens is fast, so have your lawyers take a look at it. Just don’t take too long. Nina in her office? I just left her. Yeah. Okay. Um… hold on just one sec. Um… carly told me about her situation with the stake in the hotel. I’ve been racking my brain trying to figure out a way to keep her in business here. I can’t think of anything. I offered to float her a loan, but I can’t finance that without help from ned. Carly wouldn’t allow that anyway. Yeah, I learned that the hard way. So… any ideas you care to share? I have one that’s not necessarily a sure thing and i don’t care to share with you. Well. [ Chuckles ] Remind me never to play the market with my half of the metro court. Mm. This place is like a second home to me. It has literally kept me sane even through all the craziness with the quartermaines. Cannot imagine losing it. I’m sure carly feels the same way. Nina: Ahem! You forgot your briefcase. Yes! The products. I mean, the deception products. It’s, um — I know I saw them here somewhere. Uh, well, before you tell us about the deception products, why don’t you tell us how you happened to get involved with deception?

[ Mouthing words ]

[ Exhales sharply ] Beneath the face of deception is someone who is incredibly nervous. I can handle a photo shoot, no problem, but being here live in front of millions of viewers has thrown me. Believe me, I remember my first day on the set. I couldn’t stop clearing my throat.

[ Laughter ] So — ah! We have our first caller. Please. Rescue us from ourselves. Woman:

Hello? Uh, can you hear me?

[ Quietly ] Gladys? Yes, we can hear you. What would you like to say to sasha? Are you familiar with deception’s products?

Am I? [ Chuckles ] I’ve seen ms. Gilmore’s face in magazine ads. And now watching her on tv, she is gorgeous! I’d pay anything to look like her. Well, that is so nice of you to say. Ha! Ms. Gilmore, um… I’m not getting any younger. Can you tell me how the lip plumper works? I sure can! Deception’s lip plumper was designed by makeup specialists who understand the needs of a maturing woman. It is state-of-the-art. There is nothing even close to its effectiveness on the market. Now, this color, pink rose, is my personal favorite. Cody bell, I’d like to introduce you to my close, dear, and very personal friend, sonny corinthos. Perhaps you’ve heard of him. As in corinthos coffee? The one and only. I’m — I’m actually friends with your son dante. W-we went to summer camp, way back when. No kidding. Yeah, I got some old photos, if you ever want to take a look. Well, you know what? Maybe one night you and dante can come over for dinner and we can go through the album. I look forward to it. Yeah, well, dante knows how to get in touch with me. And — alright. Bye, spinelli.

[ Grunts ]

[ Softly ] Well played. You got game, kid. Mr. Corinthos. What kind of trouble are you in with this cody bell?

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You talking about?There’s no trouble with cody. Yeah? This guy has nothing to do with this wardrobe upgrade? The fact that you’re spreading money around? That you’re hinting that you’re doing things and you don’t say what? He’s the — he’s the skydiver that fell into britt westbourne at the pool during the society — just answer the question, spinelli. You call me here for drinks, you introduce me to this guy, mr. Bell. You didn’t want him to know that we’re close? How bad is it? Oh, no. It’s — how bad is it?! It’s handled. There’s nothing — there’s nothing for you to worry about. If you don’t want to tell me, that’s your business, but my business is my name, and when you drop it… you need to explain why. I’m gonna take a rain check on those drinks. Think about it.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Hey, zelda, what’s up? I got it. I got it. Don’t worry about it. I’ll pay you back, man. You want to pay me back… get off your couch. I know. No, I was gonna say give rocco — hook him up with a horse-riding lesson. You know, maybe I could do better than just one lesson. Does that job your mom mentioned come with room and board? Linc owns your songs. I punched him in the face. He’s not gonna want anything to do with us. And now you want him to manage me? I mean, what’s that about? Linc is dirty, and once he buys out your contract, you’ll be in the perfect position to get the goods on him. Ah, so then the pcpd can arrest him. Oh, don’t be so conventional. Then we’ll blackmail him into relinquishing my songs. Well, not really. I-I mean — no, I know what you mean. You don’t want to help me at all. You want to help you! Thank you for your purchases, gladys. I hope you’ll enjoy them.

I know I will.

That’s why I bought

two of everything. And gladys isn’t the only one ordering deception’s products. We are in danger of running out. So, viewers, make those purchases while they’re still in stock.

[ Mouthing words ] Gladys will be excited. She’s finally getting a raise. Did I say hot?

[ Chuckles ] Oh, viewers, we have a surprise guest. Please welcome our star seller — flora gardens!

[ Chuckles ] Get on up here, honey.

[ Laughter ] Wait. This wasn’t in the script. Oh, flora, it’s wonderful to see you. Oh, lord. Oh, boy. Let’s see what sasha does with this. …Hour, but with deception products on sale, I couldn’t resist showing up early! Flora, are you up for a makeover? Oh, I couldn’T. Except…I really want to.

[ Laughter ] We should always start with a fresh canvas, which means “fresh glow for the face.” Ooh! It’s a mild cleanser that softens your skin and makes it receptive to all the natural ingredients… if you need more deception products, they’re in the stockroom. Thanks. But this is flora’s product. She has the next segment, and haven wants us to be ready. Oh, what does flora sell? A whole range of products. This one’s really sweet. See for yourself. Sasha: …Products from nature. Everything is free from chemicals. It’s hypoallergenic. I wasn’t aware that we had an appointment, olivia. Oh, I was here to see your assistant. Well, as you can see, my assistant isn’t here. She’s at lunch. So may i help you with something? From now on, your invoices for rent and business lunches will be coming from my office and not carly’S. So all payments should come to me. Anything for carly. Hm. Thanks. Hm. So, drew, now I know why you’re gonna sell crimson. Okay, nina, you got me. Why am I selling crimson? Because I think you want to cover carly’s bad bet on the merger. She stands to lose her half of the metro court? Why didn’t you just tell me? Because I knew you would have rejected me if I did. Unless… unless what? Unless saving carly is an opportunity that you just can’t pass up. What do you say?

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Thanks for backing me, mom.-I wish I didn’t have to. You have to stay the hell away from spencer and esme. Okay — things are gonna get worse now that I’ve banned them from the hotel. Enough about them. There’s something else going on. What are you so stressed about? Ah. Life is stressful, okay? Life is stressful. And please just go home and cool down for me, please. That would make your mother really happy. But, mom — but nothing. Go. Let’s go before somebody pushes me in the pool.

[ Groans ] Wait. What happened to cam? Did you get it? Yeah, when esme wasn’t looking. Please tell me that stealing josslyn’s hair was worth it. Did you get a sample of carly’s dna while I was making a lifelong enemy of my oldest friend? I’m not proud of it…

[ Exhales sharply ] …But I told josslyn’s mom that she had lipstick on her teeth. So now we can use her saliva as the dna sample. I hope you’re right. This needs to fool esme into believing that I know who her biological mother is. Yeah, so we can save trina from prison. I’m still wet. Let’s go back to spoon island. I need dry clothes and a hot shower. Are you coming? You lead, I follow. Don’t you get it?! I’m trying to help you! And if you get your songs back from linc, what, that’s just an added bonus? Actually, it only occurred to me right now. That’s because it takes a detective to connect the dots! Too bad I may never be one again. Britt: Sure. Send me the profiles. Yes, zelda, I promise I will look them over. No promises beyond that, though. I just told zelda I would give it one more chance. Oh. One. Okay. I-I have a strong sense your luck is about to change. You psychic now? I’m not jesting, britt. I-I think this go-round with society setups will be the charm. You are gonna love the stables. The quartermaines take excellent care of the horses. You found a new home, bedding with horses. Sounds about right. Yeah, cody’s gonna run the quartermaine stables. And get a penny to his name. Still accident-prone and uncouth. But not broke. One improvement at a time.

[ Elevator button clicking rapidly ] Are you ready for the final results of flora’s makeover? Oh, yes! What do you say? Ta-da! Ooh! [ Gasps ] Ohh! How marvelous! Ha! We may have a problem. How can I repay you for making me look so beautiful?! Oh, flora, I’m sure you have a little token of your appreciation handy — maybe just a sneak peek at your upcoming sale? And I just happen to have it right here. Ooh! Viewers, sasha… I have a must-have gift for all you ladies out there who are expecting! A one-of-a-kind baby papoose! Isn’t it beautiful? It’s adorable. And soft cotton. Oh, my goodness. Naturally sourced, of course. It is so soft. And just so comfortable. Nina: Come in. Well, hi! I’m sorry I’m late. I was invited by spinelli to have some drinks, and I ran into carly. Well, I can’t imagine how that went. Sonny, she really did it this time, didn’t she? What did she do? Hey! Hey. Kick off your shoes. The water’s fine. What’s wrong? I did something, and… you’re not gonna like it.

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So where’s nikolas? Oh, he’s somewhere. He’s on a call. He’ll be here shortly. Do you have everything? Yes. Two quickie divorces, hot off the presses. Thank you for being so expedient. And you have the division of assets from nikolas’s lawyer? Yes. Yes. 50/50, right down the middle. You know, I got to say, you turned a nice profit here in a three-year marriage. Now — now, I told you, this divorce is… it’s just a gesture, you know? Nikolas wants to prove to me how much he trusts me by giving me half of everything. Yeah. Yeah. Ain’t love grand, huh, ava? That’s not funny. Well, I’m not trying to be funny. Once you sign these papers, you’re going to get half of what he has. And there is not a damn thing that he can do about it. Which is exactly why we are doing this. Our marriage, which started with blackmail, mutual distrust, will be a thing of the past, and the only thing that will remain is our love. Cam, take a break. No can do. We’re a little short-staffed, since you quit on zero notice. I’m sure that you can spare 5 minutes. This is important. I’d argue that work is important. Not that that means anything to you. Wow. Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed, but I’m sure that your mood is going to improve when I tell you that I found a way to help trina. You have proof that esmé recorded joss and me? No. But I have the next best thing. I found out who esmé’s biological mother is. I’m sure chase will be here any minute, but, uh, while we’re waiting, do you have any updates? Heard anything from elizabeth? She called. We talked briefly. Did she say anything about you visiting her? No. Oh, sorry. I know how difficult it is for you to bide your time while elizabeth is struggling. I’d do anything for her, dad. This is what she wants. I have to respect her wishes, stay away. Hey, it’s about time. Hey. Sorry, I overslept.

[ Chuckles ] Well, better get that out of your system before you start working back at the pcpd. Yeah, that’s not happening as soon as you think. Why not? My suspension has been extended. Hey. Hey. Have you been waiting long? No complaints. I’ve actually been enjoying the downtime. Good. Mom? Hey. Hi, joss. Trina, how you doing? Hey. What’s wrong? You seem distracted. Um, uh, you know, I’m just dealing with some work stuff right now. Carly, I am so sorry. I had no idea this was gonna happen. So how much set-up time do we get? Really? Well, that — that — that’s not a lot, but, oh, hey, we are going to make it work. Yes, we’re so excited and thrilled for this opportunity. Truly. Uh-huh. Oh, of course. Yeah. Ta. Whew, okay. That was our segment producer. And I got to talk to the on-camera talent. You spoke with haven herself? What did she say? Did she love the deception products we sent over? Love, love, loves it. She is a big fan. Okay, she is going to wear our femme fatale lipstick on camera today. That is amazing. Yeah. But she had a few teeny tiny changes she wanted to make in the order of the products, and I promised her we would make it happen, but it’s gonna be really tight. Deception goes live in 2 hours on tv, and sasha’s not even here yet! Oh, okay. It’s fine. I will call her. Whew.

[ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone rings ]

[ Cellphone rings ] Hi. Sasha, where are you? I just stopped to get some coffee. Now is not the time for coffee. It is almost showtime. We have some product to move, stat. Okay. I’m on my way. You’re not leaving early, are you? Yes, I am leaving. What we agreed upon, that was a mistake. Really? Because I think I have exactly what you need. Brook lynn. Hi. Good to see you. Oh. Good to see you, too. I can’t remember the last time we talked. Uh, I know. You know, when you asked to meet me, I knew you wanted something. Oh, how dare you? I want to know how you’re doing. As you can see, I’m doing good. Yeah? So tell me what you want. Okay, fine. I-I’ll get to the point. I need you to take care of a sleazeball named linc brown.

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Esmé’s biological mother help us with trina? Esmé has always wanted to know where she came from and why her parents gave her up for adoption. Which has nothing to do with trina or revenge porn. Cameron, it will. Once I tell esmé that I found her biological mother, but I’m not going to give her any of the information unless she admits that she made sex tape. Okay, but she’s not going to do that. That’ll land her in jail. My plan is for esmé to record her confession. I’m gonna give her a chance to skip town before I turn the recording over to the police. She was known to have been at the cabin just before the sex tape was made, and she was on campus when it was uploaded. Her confession is going to cause reasonable doubt in trina’s case. Wow. Spencer, that — that might work. It will work. Okay, wait, esmé has been looking for her biological mother for years. And then just out of nowhere, boom, you find her? That’s — that’s pretty convenient. I didn’t find her. My uncle victor did. You know, you two have the weirdest marriage and divorce I’ve ever heard of.

[ Scoffs ] Doubt that. Well, okay, maybe it’s not the weirdest, but it’s up there in the top ten. Where’s martin? He’s been delayed, but we don’t have to wait. Scott can walk us through the key points. No, I think, you know, your lawyer has to be here to look over the divorce agreement before you sign anything. I’m not worried. Shall we begin? Yeah. Okay. This is just your standard no-fault divorce. Divorce? But — but, mr. Cassadine, I — I thought you weren’t gonna tell her. Can we please talk about this somewhere else? Like in the gardens? Olivia: Yeah. Alright. Mom. Is everything okay? Yeah, it’s great. We’ll talk about it later. I don’t know. That sounded more like bad news. Well, it’s just business. I mean, as long as everybody in the family is okay, we can handle whatever the new issue is. I know what you mean. My family has really stepped up with me. Believe it or not, but my mom wasn’t even upset when I told her that we went to the biker bar. She said she supported me for taking steps to help myself. Wow, that’s awesome. I just wish that that stupid bar fight hadn’t broken out so we could talk to that bartender some more. Well, curtis said that he’s looking into it, and he said that the bartender hasn’t been there since that night. Curtis? Yeah. He took over the investigation. Wow. I’m glad to hear it. You know, I hate to say it, but we’ve run into another dead end. Maybe. But like I said, curtis is on it. And even if the bartender doesn’t pan out, something will. I swear, I’m not gonna let esmé get away with this. I’m surprised linc slithered his way back into town. What does he want now?

[ Scoffs ] I thought I put linc in my rearview mirror. You know, when valentin bought out my contract? But unfortunately, linc still owns the rights to my songs. You know, from when he was my producer. You know he’s selling my songs to push dog food and paper towels? He’s using my beautiful love songs as jingles. That’s not the reason why I-I asked to talk to you. No? No. I’m here because of chase. Your suspension was extended. I have questions. So do I. Is this why you were upset the other day when brook lynn called me? Yeah. I’m suspended until the civilian review board investigation is concluded. There’s a civilian complaint against you? Linc brown filed one yesterday. Who’s that? Brook lynn’s sleazy former producer. Used to harass her all the time while she was under contract, and his behavior hasn’t gotten much better. They got into it at the savoy the other night. What did you do? I punched him in the face. Oh, you punched someone else? Even after you got suspended for it the first time? Dad, come on. I’m sure the guy provoked chase. Oh, he did. Still, son. Was it worth potentially getting kicked off the force? Felty: Did you bringthe credentials that make me the official deception photographer for today’s appearance on the home & heart channel? I did, but I have changed my mind. Why? All I’m looking for is backstage access. The publicity will be great for deception too. It’s a win-win in my book. It’s not like we’re breaking any laws. Oh, come on. Everyone deserves a pick-me-up every now and again. Why are you so uptight about it? I don’t recognize those pills. What are they? These are prescription. Totally safe. Just a couple of these babies got me through fashion week last year. It’s great stuff. Trust me. And if I can be frank, you look a little run down, like you could use a boost. All you want are backstage photos, right? That’s it. And you want these. So… do we have a deal?

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You and ava are getting a divorce? This is awful. What didn’t you tell me, nikolas? It’s just, I thought that, um… esmé, you misunderstood. Ava and i are getting a divorce, but we’re still a couple, still together. Our love for each other hasn’t changed. Esmé. What did you think nikolas wasn’t going to tell me? I knew he’d been contemplating getting a divorce, but I also knew that mr. Cassadine wanted to fight for your marriage. I thought he’d told you he’d agree to a separation, that’s all. Is that correct? Both esmé and spencer noticed the toll our rift has taken on me. He’s been so upset. I know that spencer would be delighted if you and I split up for real. Are — are you saying that you don’t feel the same? Deep down, spence wants his dad to be happy. And you make him happy, ava. Thank you for your concern, esmé. But you did interrupt something. Oh, I’m sorry. I’ll — I’ll go. But first, could I have a moment with you alone, mr. Cassadine? I had no idea that ned was even considering siding with valentin. If I knew, I would have told you immediately. Please stop. Please stop. There’s nothing you could have done. But I still feel terrible. I know that the news of the elq-aurora merger being dead, it’s really tanked aurora stocks. I — how is it going to impact your deal with the hedge fund? It already has. Not in a good way, but I will figure something out. Oh, my god, carly. Could you lose your half of the metro court?

[ Sighs ] Linc mouthed off at brook lynn in a really crude and cruel way, and I didn’t take the time to think about the consequences. So, yeah, I — I decked him. But a cop shouldn’t go off the handle like that. You’re — you’re a good cop, right? And that should count for something. I know how much you love your work. You’re right. Like the commissioner pointed out to me, it is part of a law enforcement officer’s job to keep his cool in tense situations. And twice now, first with valentin and then linc, I haven’t been able to do that. God, I can’t believe I’m back here again. Back here? Yeah, I, uh — I almost lost my career because of janelle. Took me years to rebuild. That — that — that was a completely different situation. You were young. You didn’t know better. Mm-hmm. Different circumstances, yes, but my reaction proves it. I follow my heart. Is that what you were doing when you were defending brook lynn? You were following your heart? You got your uncle victor involved? That guy’s bad news. Are you serious? You’re the one who’s constantly complaining that my plan is taking too long, that you don’t like lying to joss and trina. I don’t like lying to them. Neither do I. So I went to someone who can get results. My uncle victor is the former director of the wsb. He has the right connections to access privileged information. That’s it. Yeah, alright. Make sense. So what did he find out? Esmé told me that she was left at a church when she was a baby. She later contacted that church, but the priest insisted that he had no knowledge of the woman who left the baby. Great. So a dead end? Well, that’s what esmé thought. But then uncle victor’s people tracked down a nun who said that she remembered esmé being abandoned. They, uh…convinced her to share the name of the mom who abandoned her child. And how did they convince her? I don’t know. Uncle victor didn’t give me any of the details, but his people tracked down esmé’s biological mom. She lives in portugal now. What, so that’s it? Esmé’s not gonna risk prison for a name and an address based on information she doesn’t even know is legit. No, of course not. And that’s why uncle victor got dna. Sasha was only stopping for a coffee. She should be here by now. Oh, sorry. I lost track of time. It’s okay. Yeah. There you are. Here you are. There you are. That’s all that matters. And we really need to get started, because there’s just a lot,

a lot to go over before we head over to the tv studio. I thought we settled everything last night. I’ve been going over my notes. I know them backwards and forwards.

[ Sighs ] What? So the home & heart people called, and their host, haven, had some ideas about our lineup. It’s good news, really. She’s very excited about our products. She just wants to start with the lipstick instead of the eyeshadow. So, lucy and I, we reworked the presentation. Yeah, so I’m going to get the script, and I’ll give you time to memorize all of it. Excuse me. Oh, hey! Make sure it’s version 3and not version 2! Lucy: Yeah, yeah! Got it!

[ Muffled ] Got it all right here! Here you go. Okay, the changes start on card 1.

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I’m sorry. This affects you, too. You could be saddled with a business partner that you don’t agree with. I don’t care about any of that. I mean, of course, I care a little bit, but that’s not the most important thing. This — this hotel, this is our thing together. You have put so much of yourself into this place. The renovations — the pool and the gardens — that’s you. That’s all your energy, and us together, I don’t want to lose that spirit. I don’t want to lose it. I don’t want to lose it either. When I invested in aurora, it never even occurred to me that the merger with elq wouldn’t happen. I thought it was a sure thing. And I love running this place with you. I can’t imagine not coming here every day. Alright, that settles it. I’m buying your half of the hotel. Esmé, what do you have to say to my husband that you can’t say in front of me? Oh, I was just… planning a surprise for spence this afternoon. I didn’t think you’d be interested. I’ll be right back. Haven’t any of your police contacts given you anything that could help trina’s case? Some piece of evidence that they haven’t mentioned yet? No, that esmé, she’s covered her tracks very well. Okay. You have my attention. What is this surprise for spencer you’re planning? I was planning on taking him on a day trip to the mountains. Would it be okay if we borrowed your convertible to take in the scenery? Of course, but you could ask me that in front of ava. I know. The truth is, I pulled you away because I need your help. Trina: Oh, my god. I totally forgot to tell you who I saw here last night. Who? Someone from pcu? Rory. Officer invisible was here at the pool? With esmé. What? Has she found a new victim to prey on? No, rory let me know that she sat beside him. I didn’t like it at first, but rory totally put her on notice. Esmé knows that he’s onto her. My uncle victor’s people got a dna sample from the woman that they believe is esmé’s biological mother. I got a sample of esmé’s dna, and I had gh run a paternity test. So what, you just ordered a dna test like ordering a hamburger? What can I say? Money talks. Anyway, it turns out that this woman in portugal is esmé’s real mom. Spencer, that’s — that’s huge. Mm-hmm. This information is going to be way more valuable to esmé than just sticking it to trina. I mean, spencer, you’ve found a way to save trina. You really think so? I mean, I was skeptical at first, but you convinced me. Good. Let’s hope esmé falls for it as easily as you did. Fall…? What do — what do you mean? It’s all a lie, cam. I made the whole story up. I’m not following my heart to brook lynn. She’s my friend. No, I’m just saying you’ve gone above and beyond for brook lynn. You pretended bailey was your daughter. You punched valentin and now this linc to defend her. This is nothing like janelle. I spontaneously stepped up to say that I was bailey’s father. Brook lynn never even asked. And for punching those two losers — look, I know I shouldn’t have done it, but in the moment, I could not stand hearing them insult brook lynn. But those were my reactions, okay? Brook lynn in no way asked or even wanted me to be involved. Just to be clear, I’m not criticizing brook lynn. I know you care about her, and I know she cares about you. I was impressed the other day when she reached out to me to let me know you needed cheering up.

[ Chuckles ] It’s funny. Brook lynn tries to downplay her good qualities. She likes to hide behind her rich girl persona and her tough, new york city attitude. I actually almost hit linc a few weeks ago, and she beat me to it. Just another sign that I can’t control my temper. You know, I’ve used a lot of words over the years to describe you, and bad temper never came up. I agree. I always describe you as “passionate.” You always have been. Even as a kid, you stood up for the little guy. It’s just in your nature. That was always my goal. I just… I got to figure out another way to do it. Linc was totally disrespecting me. He was treating me like garbage, and then he grabbed my arm. That’s when chase stepped in and punched him, which, in my opinion, he completely deserved. Only thing is that chase was already on suspension with the pcpd for punching valentin a few months ago, who was also saying horrible things about me. So now chase is on suspension again, or still, or whatever. Look, the bottom line is, chase might lose his job. Because of linc? No, because of me. I can’t let that happen. Chase is a great detective and he really loves what he does. So, look… any chance you can have a quote/unquote talk, you know, with linc? Get him to recant his complaint against chase? You know, as much as I’d love to, I’m sorry, I can’t do that. What? What? Why? Why not? Because chase is a cop? That’s no reason not to help. Your son dante is a cop. You’re misunderstanding me. If I get involved, word’s gonna get out. What did chase do to deserve a favor from me? Right? They’re gonna see him as a dirty cop. I didn’t think about that. I’m sorry. Best thing that chase can do is just go through the process and hope it comes out in his favor. Remember, when you’re speaking on camera, we want our customer to look in the mirror and feel empowered. Oh, yeah, yeah. Yes. Very strong, independent, and could do absolutely anything. Be anyone. Ye– well, no, not just anyone. She wants to be you, sasha. Excuse me? What does that mean? It means that you, you are the ideal. You are the face of deception. You’re strong. But relatable. Fearless. But never, ever harsh. Oh, you just need to relax and be your natural and charming self. Let the audience see who sasha really is. Well, not totally, though. I think sometimes you have to maintain an air of mystery — oh, my god, just stop it!

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Sasha: I’m sorry for snapping like that. It’s just — I put so much time into memorizing the original order. I-I just need a minute with all these last-minute changes. Look at me. It’s okay. It’s really okay. We understand that this is a lot. Yeah, and if we let our enthusiasm get away from us, we’re really sorry. Are you sure you’re okay? Yeah. I’m just a little nervous, that’s all. Well, who wouldn’t be? Oh, look, my butterflies have their own little, teeny, tiny butterflies, but it’s gonna be okay. You are going to be absolutely magnificent. Thank you for all your faith in me. You got this. Easily. And besides, never forget, we are always by your side. I know you will be with me in spirit, but physically, you will be standing behind the cameras. I will be the one in front of them. So everything you told me about esmé’s biological mom is a lie? Yeah, I have no idea who esmé’s real mom is. Spencer, what the hell are you doing? What? I had to test my story before I use it on esmé. I needed to know if it sounds believable. You know what? You’re an ass. I’m sorry, cam, but I only get one shot at this, okay? As soon as I demand that esmé confess to this, she’s gonna know that I believe trina, not her, and it’s game over for me. I see your point. For what it’s worth, your story’s good. Yeah? What part convinced you? The dna test. Can your uncle fake one for you? No, not exactly. And that is where you come in. What kind of help do you need from me? It’s my internship at spring ridge. My work there has convinced me that I definitely want to major in psychology. Figuring out why people do what they do — fascinating stuff. You still haven’t explained why you need my help. Dr. Collins was being completely overprotective and managed to convince the administration that they should terminate my internship. And I know he thinks he’s acting in my best interest, but he’s not. I’m hoping you could get my internship reinstated.

[ Scoffs ] I’m not sure how I would go about that — I know you have connections at spring ridge. I mean, after all, you’re the one who got spence’s aunt alexis released early, right? I hate to bother an important man such as yourself with something so small, but… can you do this? For me? I will buy your half so that I will own the entire hotel. And then you can pay me back slowly, you know? Like an old-fashioned installment plan. Okay, olivia, stop. That is a very generous offer, but do you have the liquidity to buy my half? Well, I mean, I’d have to talk it over with ned. Oh, no, no. We could — absolutely not. Some of our shared assets? No.

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It’s pretty genius, don’t you think? No, not genius. And not something I want any part of. Come on. It is not a big deal. All you have to do is get dna samples from joss and her mom for me to have tested. Is that all? Yeah. It’s going to give us a legit mother-daughter test result. Esmé can go to the lab and confirm it herself. What do you expect me to do, huh? Hug carly and snag a couple hairs? That’s not suspicious at all. Oh, don’t be so dramatic. You can swipe it from a glass that she drank from. Where is josslyn anyway? I’m supposed to meet joss and trina at the metro court pool after my shift is over. That’s great. Oh, my god. That’s so great. That’s so good. Carly is almost always working at the metro court. You can get both of the samples today. Just let me know when it’s done. Oh, no. If I’m doing this, then you’re doing it with me. I can’t believe you haven’t found anything to tie esmé to that sex tape. I mean, that little fiend torched my car, and she threw in kiki’s gh badge just for kicks. She’s got a devious mind, I’m telling you. Yes, she’s devious, but she covered her tracks well. Now let’s get back to what’s at hand here. To sign the papers, we’re going to need a witness. I’m just gonna wait for nikolas to get back, okay? Well, you said that he wanted this, as do you. I mean, was I wrong? Does it really matter? You’re banking billable hours no matter what. I’ve always been there for you, haven’t I? I care about you, and you know that. Why would you say that to me? Sorry. I know. I do know it. I just — I mean, I’m on edge because I’m very concerned about trina, and I’m just… I’m just being silly. Silly, silly. Silly how? I just can’t help thinking that nikolas and i are tempting fate, that this divorce, that it isn’t going to be the fresh start that he wants it to be — that it’s going to be the end. I’m not sure I can help you. Esmé, as you know, kevin is married to my mother. If this were to get back to her, it would be bad. You’re right. I guess this is what I deserve anyway. Losing my internship, I mean. This is my punishment, right? For sleeping with my boyfriend’s dad. No. No, that’s not how the world works, esmé. Hey, you’re just — you’re just feeling guilty, like I am. Because we should have never been together. But I will prove it to you by helping you get your internship back. Oh, nikolas, thank you so much! Oh, come on, carly. I really think that I could convince ned that buying your half of the hotel would be a really great investment. Okay, maybe ned would go for it, but I won’T. Ned double-crossed michael and drew, and he hung them out to dry, and now they’re scrambling to save aurora. There’s no way in hell I’m gonna take ned’s money, even if he was in partnership with you. You believe that drew and michael would think less of you? I would think less of me. Okay. What’s next? What are you gonna do? Sorry to keep you waiting. Where’s esmé? She took off. Well, I hope that she didn’t hit you up for money. Spencer’s allowance is plenty for the both of them. Esmé never brought up the subject of money. So, esmé asked rory if he knew someone that could help her get her internship back at spring ridge. Hello? What does it tell you that esmé is too crazy to get an internship there? Not the point. Rory claimed that he knew someone and offered to put the name and phone number in esmé’s phone. Mm-hmm. But she wouldn’t hand it over. Oh, there must be so much incriminating data on that thing. Exactly. There is no way esmé is going to let a cop hold it, even for a minute. Rory just outmaneuvered her. That’s nice work. I know, right? Especially when I got here and they were together. For a second, I thought esmé was winning him over. Trina, there is not a chance. Officer invisible is way too into you. Maybe. And you’re into rory, right? Maybe. If I go with you, that’s only going to make matters worse, cameron. How convenient. I mean it. I can’t go near joss or trina. They hate me. Especially trina. I guess you’re right about that. Maybe we could use that to our advantage. How? This time, you’re gonna have to trust me. I’ve got an idea. You know, chase, I’ll, uh — I’ll support you in whatever career path you may choose, but I still think the pcpd would be shooting themselves in the foot to give up on a detective as good as you are. I don’t know if they’ll have a choice in the matter. How long does this citizen’s complaint review board investigation take? I don’t know, but I know that I’m suspended without pay, and I’m gonna have to find another job, at least a temporary one. I can’t imagine anything that would satisfy me as much as detective work. I think you need to fight for the job you have, the job you love. And to that end, you probably want to stay away from this linc brown. You know, I got — I got to cut it short, ’cause I got to — I got to go to the metro court, meet with nina. You guys are an official thing now? Uh, well, you know, just kind of dating. Well, as long as she makes you happy. Well, that’s nice of you to say that, ’cause not a lot of people feel that way. I’m sure. So there’s really nothing you can do for chase? Look, like I said, chase is a smart guy. He’s gonna get another job. You know, a lot of former cops, they’re doing security. You mean like a mall cop? Not like a mall cop. Like a security consultant or like a bodyguard. That doesn’t sound much better. Listen, chase is gonna find another job. And I’m sorry I can’t make linc sing like a canary. But you know what? The review board, you never know. Uncle sonny, you’re a genius. Yeah. Thank you so much.

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Yeah, it looks in order to me. You’re signing them now? Isn’t that why we’re here? No. Martin grey isn’t here. You shouldn’t sign any legal documents without your lawyer reading through them first. Scott: Uh, hang on a second, there, ava. I’m a little offended. You think I pulled some sort of a fast one when I drew up these papers? Ava… I want to do this for you, to prove that I have no doubts that we will continue to be together forever. I appreciate the gesture. I do. But there’s no need to take it this far, you know? You don’t have to rush through this divorce. Okay? Yeah. You know, you two are working my last nerve here. I got to go to court. So, are you gonna sign these papers or not? Not.

[ Sighs ] Let’s go home. Your only defense with the review board is the punch was in the heat of the moment, you weren’t thinking, and you’re sorry. But I’m not sorry. What? You can’t say that. I know. I know. I need to convince the review board that I’m very remorseful. And for my own self-preservation, that I won’t go anywhere near linc. I’m relieved to hear you say that. Me, too. You know, I… excuse me. I have to get to the hospital. And you have a thing with… I have to work on my book. Work on your book. Yeah. You may as well stay and enjoy the pool. Enjoy the pool. What? Good luck. Chase? I was looking for you. Okay, before we go any further, I want to make sure that you’re good with the plan. I’m going to go up to the pool, and you’re going to come up a couple of minutes after to create a diversion, okay? That’s when I’ll get the dna samples from joss and her mom. Look, there’s carly over there with olivia. Okay, what do we do now? We go to the pool first, alright? Start with joss. Promise to not leave me hanging? Yeah, I got your back. I promise. It’s time to go, ladies. Fame, fortune, and home & heart await. I’m so excited about what this means for the future of deception. This is huge. Okay. On three, group hug. Three!

[ Laughter ] Aw. Okay, break. Let’s go. Woo! Oh, wait, uh, I forgot something. I’ll catch up with you downstairs.

[ Sighs ] Cameron! Hey. I didn’t think you would show. Hey, you’ve finally taken the time to hang out and do nothing? Well, I mean, I’m here. Did you guys save me a chair? What’s wrong? You seem off. Okay, that’s been long enough. Time for me to go to the pool. Oh, spence. What are you doing here? What’s next? What’s your plan?

[ Sighs ] I don’t know.

[ Chuckles ] Alright. You know, I understand you not wanting to take money from the quartermaines. What about your ex-husband? I’d say he owes you a favor or 500.

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Valentin: As CEO, I will now address the next order of business. Namely, the rumored merger between aurora media and elq. It is not happening. Shall we have a show of hands to make it unanimous? Okay, chase, this is possibly the longest I’ve ever gone without speaking in my entire life. Come on, chase. You haven’t said a word since you walked out of jordan’s office. Reminds me of all the times I messed up and my dad would bring me into the study, and it’s not even like he would yell and scream at me — maybe it wouldn’t have been so bad — but he would just give me that look of disappointment, like the absolute worst. Is that what it was like with jordan? Look, chase, whatever she said, whatever happened, you’re not alone. Okay? I’m here. Please talk to me. Morning, brando. Hey, sonny. I’d give you a hug, but you got — I don’t — I’m not touching your hands.

[ Laughs ] What brings you by, man? Well, since you did such an excellent job, you know, refurbishing my camaro… mm-hmm. …I brought you my vintage corvette so you can give it some tender loving care.

[ Chuckles ] Well, I am happy to help out. As long as you know vintage cars take a little more time. It’s not impossible, but it is pretty close. See what I’m saying, dex? My cousin brando can make my ’61 corvette purr. Yes, sir. If you say so. If he says so. What’s that supposed to mean? Here you go. That should give you the exact angle of sun you asked for. Thank you. Perfect. This is for you. Wow. Thank you. Anything else I can get you? Yes, as a matter of fact, there is. You can show ms. Reeves to the nearest exit. Good morning! Hi. Oh, thank you both for showing up here on such short notice. I so appreciate it. Yeah, but is something wrong? Because your texts sounded urgent. No, no. Everything is great. Should we have included michael in this little get-together? Michael is busy at this very moment. He and drew have teamed up to make sure that our family’s future is going to be brighter than ever. Don’t push it, valentin. Calm down.

[ Stammers ] I don’t understand. How could this happen? Um, uh, guys. Guys. Hey. Maybe it’s important to remember that what just happened wasn’t really personal, it’s just business. No, no, you’re wrong there, lucy. It’s not just business. This is about blood.

You know that disappointed look ned used to give you? Amplify that by a thousand. That’s what it was like sitting across the desk from the commissioner. I know jordan cares about you. Yeah, she does. And I let her down. Again. You know, you’d think I’d learned my lesson after I punched valentin. She has to know that you just got caught up in the heat of the moment — you know, defending me about bailey. Plus, you — you put your time in with your punishment. Yeah. I must be a glutton for punishment, since I took a swing at your former manager. Oh, please. You barely touched linc, and he flopped over like a soccer star. If the D.A. Tries to prosecute you — linc agreed to not press charges. He did? Wait, he made me believe the complete opposite. Wait, chase. Why didn’t you say something? Your problems are over. No, brook lynn. My problems are just beginning. Okay, it’s pretty obvious that you guys don’t like each other. And while I appreciate that you have my best interests at heart, I don’t want any competition here. So, dex, my cousin brando is family. Brando, dex is new, okay? Learning the ropes. And he’s done a good job so far at driving. I can do a lot more than that, mr. Corinthos. All I need is a chance. Okay, well, you’re getting a chance right now, dex, but you have to trust that I’m going to bring you at my pace. What you looking for? What? Huh? I said, “what are you looking for?” My sunglasses are… you mind? Oh, I’m on it. Okay. Look, now that we’re alone — okay, we are — it’s — it’s clear you don’t trust dex. Well, after the way that he went after michael, do you trust him? Olivia, I have to compliment you. Your pool staff have incredible manners. Maybe you should take lessons from your waiter. I’ll handle this. Nina, this may be the nicest pool in town, but it’s not the only one. So I gotta wonder, why are you choosing to be somewhere where you are not wanted? I’m sorry. Do I need to remind you that the crimson offices are in this building? And I run up a sizable tab at your restaurant when I meet someone for business, which is exactly what I am doing today. Cut the crap, nina. You know you’re here to stick it to carly, who is not only my business partner, but she also happens to be one of my best friends. So if I were you, I — olivia, I invited nina to join me here, so if she’s not wanted here, then neither am I. The quartermaines are going to vote valentin out, and michael and drew are going to take over as co-ceos. Okay. But if michael and drew are both at elq, then what happens with aurora? Elq and aurora are going to merge, which not only gives elq media presence, it gives drew a majority share and a bigger and better elq, which means valentin won’t be able to engineer another takeover. And, um, since you just made a pretty big investment in aurora… well, rumors that the two companies might merge has sent aurora stock skyrocketing, so I cannot wait for it to actually happen. Well, I take it you’ll have done very well for yourself? Very, very. But you know what?

[ Sighs ] The money’s great. It is. But that’s not why I’m smiling. I am so happy that drew and michael are going to be working together. Well, I’m so happy for both of them, too, but especially for michael. I mean, after that nightmare of a trial with nina, and the way that sonny treated him, I mean… yeah. I’m sorry. Oh, don’t be. Don’t — don’t be. I mean, that trial was a joke, and I’m just glad that the judge could see that. Michael deserves a win, and so does drew, and I’m just happy I could help a little. Or a lot. Okay. Yes. Alright. Well, a lot.

[ Chuckles ] But you know what? It’s money well spent, and I couldn’t be prouder or more hopeful for the future. So this is twice that you used our family against itself. The first time, you maneuvered brook lynn out of her stock. So tell me this time, what did you do to bring ned over to your side? You and drew took your best shot, and it was not good enough. So, as lucy so wisely pointed out, when casting the deciding vote, it is time to think of the good of the company. And to that end, I propose we name ned quartermaine new chairman of the board. I second the motion. And, willow, maybe this is a good time to help michael see that this is the only and best way to keep the family involved. Is that how you rationalize it, lucy? Lucy doesn’t need to rationalize anything. Now, I believe there is a motion on the floor.

[ Exhales sharply ] In the spirit of family unity… then I accept. Let’s shake on it. To the dawning of an era of new cooperation and prosperity. Lucy, let’s document this historic moment. Okay. Alrighty. Um… good.

[ Cellphone camera clicks ] Onceibs-c and could treat it with linzess. That’s why some things helped, but her constipation with belly pain would often return. Maybe there was another way? Or something left to learn? My suspension has been extended. For how long? Indefinitely, without pay. That’s not fair. If linc’s not pressing charges, what’s the problem? It’s not a legal matter. It’s for them to decide whether I’m fit to carry a badge again or not. Who decides that? I have to face the civilian review board. And then they decide if I can go back on the force or [Scoffs] If I need to find a new career. A bunch of strangers get to decide if you’re worthy of being a cop? You know, I was thinking about saving them the trouble and… don’t say it. …Letting — chase, don’t even think it, okay? You are not resigning. It’s not like you just went into bars and started random brawls. Both times you were — you were defending me. Okay, I will fix this. I’ll go to linc, and I will get him to go in front of the review board and tell them that it was a misunderstanding — that you were just, you know, stopping him from embarrassing himself with me and that he’s grateful. You and I both know linc’s not a good guy. Why would he do that? Because he’s — he’s still really interested in me as a songwriter. So I’ll go back to him. I’ll sign a contract. I will write as many songs as he wants. He can keep all the profits. He could use my songs for dog food commercials for all I care. I will do whatever it takes to get you out of this. Thank you for speaking up for me, sasha. Whether olivia wants to believe this or not, I am not here to make trouble. You know what? For someone so well-intentioned, it is just astonishing how trouble just happens to find you. I mean, babies get kidnapped, pregnancies get induced, injured men wander around for months without knowing who they are. Loving parents get dragged into court, and none of it is your responsibility. Olivia, could you please, uh, send someone to get us two iced teas? Nina and I need to discuss my upcoming appearance on the home and heart shopping channel. Of course, honey. I would just tell you to proceed with caution. I would hate you to be the next person that nina never intended to make any trouble for. Two iced teas, lots of lemon. I owe you. Not half as much as I owe you. How are you doing? How are you?

[ Both chuckle ] I’m not quite sure where to start — with the accident that killed willow’s mom, or gladys moving in with us. Wow, that’s a lot. Are you okay? Are you? Yeah. Olivia’s tirade — that’s no fun, but I’ve heard worse. I am not referring to olivia. I know the judge denied you visitation with wiley. I’m so sorry, nina. Yeah, the, um — the judge’s ruling is — is heartbreaking, and the whole hearing was surreal. And scott warned me that michael and willow were going to attack my character. So I agreed to let him attack them. But I didn’t know how far he was going to go. If michael and willow didn’t hate me before, they definitely do now. I’m sure they just need some time. And after the judge denied my petition, I… I literally begged willow to let me spend time with wiley — any time. I mean, even supervised visits. But she refused. She made it very clear that there was no path forward, and I was… I was devastated. I even thought about leaving port charles. What stopped you? Or should I say,

who stopped you? Dex going after michael was a mistake. We had a talk. Actually, no. I talked. He listened. Dex understands, no matter what my family feels about me right now, anybody goes after my family, targets them, or tries to hurt them, I will not tolerate that, no matter if they’re trying to help me or not. You sure that he got the message? I know that he’s — dex is headstrong. I was the same way. Okay. I wanted to prove myself when I was young. Alright, look, you made your point. So, things get any better with you and michael? No, they’re worse. Michael knows how I, uh… how I… operate my coffee business, and he’s using that to undermine me. Okay. Well, then, let me reach out to michael and help end this feud between you guys. I appreciate that, but michael’s made it very clear. He wants nothing to do with me. I couldn’t be prouder of michael, really, especially after everything he’s been through. I can’t believe what happened at the hearing. I mean, I did not want to get into it with scott yesterday at the game because it wasn’t the time or the place, but a reckoning is coming, and scott baldwin is going to hear exactly what I think about him trying to imply that my grandson is violent towards women. He didn’t imply it, mom. He straight out said it. He attacked michael on the stand, and michael kept his composure. That is impressive. I would have jumped the stand and punched scott right in the face.

[ Laughs ] Back in the day, I would have, too. But michael handled that the right way. Yes, he did. He did. He kept his cool, and he didn’t bite the bait from scott. Where do you think that comes from? I mean, how was michael able to stay so calm and so cold in that moment? Jason was like that. It must be somewhere in the quartermaine gene pool. But come to think of it, drew can be that way, too. Well, drew is so warm and so friendly. It’s not that jason wasn’t warm and friendly, I just — I don’t know. I think drew is a little more accessible. Accessible, and successful now that he’s going to be running elq. Along with michael. Mm-hmm. I’m so proud of you, mom. You backed them. Thanks. I’m a little proud of me, too.

[ Laughter ] Lucy, send me those photos of ned and me shaking hands.

[ Sighs ] I want something to remember this great day. Yeah, well, some of us don’t need a reminder. Well, if there’s nothing further on the agenda, this meeting is adjourned. No, there has to be something we can do. Let’s — let’s call diane. Diane can’t do anything. Just forget it. This is just quartermaine infighting, okay? Business as usual. It doesn’t seem that way to me.

[ Sighs ] Okay, don’t — trust me. You don’t want to stick around for the fallout. It’s a beautiful day. Why don’t you go to the metro court pool, get some sun, and we’ll catch up later, okay? Are you sure? Yeah. I’ll feel better knowing you’re enjoying yourself. Hey, uh, willow, you know, I-I could give you a ride. I’m guessing willow doesn’t want any favors from you, lucy. Okay, look, I know you’re really, really angry at me, but better the devil you already know, right? And mother quartermaine, lila, would really enjoy seeing you work together against one instead of always fighting among yourselves. Just quit while you’re ahead. Okay.

[ Clears throat ] Valentin, let me walk you to your car. Oh, no, that’s all right. I know the way. Marty. We did it. I am sending you a photo of the ceo and the new chairman of the board of elq. I want it in all the financial publications from here to hong kong, and cc the obituary columns, because the merger between aurora media and elq is officially dead.

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crest. That was a very generous offer, brook lynn, but I can’t let you do it. But I want to. Linc already owns a catalog of your music. The last thing you want to do is give him more. Come on, you’re free of the guy. Stay that way. You could lose your badge because of me. I know how much your job means to you. Yeah, well, something else means more to me. Don’t you have a-a family meeting to get to today? I don’t get a vote, so it doesn’t matter if I’m there or not. I thought you wanted valentin gone. I do, but I — just go. Help your dad save the family business. Don’t worry about me. I don’t want to leave you alone. I’m okay. I’ll be fine.

[ Sighs ] Hi. It’s brook lynn quartermaine. I need your help. When the judge ruled against me and willow shut me down, I — I didn’t know where to go. I — I was lost. So I went to nelle’s grave to apologize to her for letting her down. I missed the chance to help her when she was alive, and I missed the chance to bond with her…son. And then I don’t know how, it’s just my half heart necklace that came loose and I lost it, and I didn’t realize it until I was in the car on the way to the airport. And I can’t go anywhere without that necklace. It’s my last link to my daughter. So when I came back to get it, sonny was there. He was looking for you? Yeah.

[ Chuckles ] So sonny asked you not to leave town? Um… well, sort of. Not for his sake. And not even for my sake, but for wiley. He said that if I ever hope to be in that little boy’s life, I couldn’t run away. I can just hear him say that. You know, I will never forget how sonny came to see me in the hospital when brando and I were… faced with letting liam go. He knew just the right thing to say. Are you sure he wasn’t part of the reason why you didn’t leave town? Oh. Willow. How’d the elq meeting go? Did valentin get the boot? You’d better ask ned about that. What? Oh, no. Wow. Chairman of the board. That’s impressive. If you’re expecting an apology, it’s not happening, because whether you want to admit it or not, elq has thrived under valentin. So my decision was based on good business. And isn’t that how you and drew explained it to me when you offered me coo? Right, so your hurt pride was more important than your family’s welfare, huh? Ahh. So you think that I don’t care enough about this family’s welfare. Okay, be honest, michael, and just tell me the truth. Did you care more about elq or this precious merger of yours? Because I don’t know what you intended to do with it, but I would guess that elq came in a distant second to your own selfish motives. Or are you going to stand there and deny it? Will you just look at the three of us, sitting here in carly’s hotel.

[ Chuckles ] When I think of all of the mistakes I made, and all of the wrong turns I took along the way with the daughter that I never knew, who came to find me with revenge in her heart. Oh, you know, that’s ancient history, mom. Yeah, but it’s our history. And it wasn’t always pretty. Fortunately, my granddaughter has learned from our mistakes.

[ Chuckles ] No late nights and sleazy bars for you, right, sweetheart? Well, I’m no angel, gran. Uh-huh. Well, your mother and i just hope that you will show a little more common sense than we did at your age. Oh. Yes, I know you two were a little wild.

[ Laughter ] A little. Just a little. Yeah. Well, you know, you could be the hardest-working, most intelligent person on earth, and life isn’t always fair. You talking about trina? I’m thinking about the title ix decision that went against her. What?! She could get expelled from pcu. That doesn’t make any sense. Trina didn’t do anything wrong. I know, I know. I told trina that she could have any of our family’s resources that would help her prove her innocence. I mean, I was going to talk to michael or dad, but with this new aurora/elq merger, you might be able to help her.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Yeah. [ Laughs ] It’s my broker. He’s probably calling to congratulate me. Not now. You don’t want to take the call? No, I don’t want to interrupt my time with you guys. Good news can always wait.

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Family not getting clean? What the…? Gotcha, uncle chase. Hey. What are you doing here? What happened to your camping trip? Don’t blame violet. We both had our fill of mosquitoes after one night. Ah. And boys who think they know everything. Aw, boys can be dumb like that. Even big boys like me. And then, wouldn’t you know it, we run into you here. Total coincidence. Yeah. Could be. Or you guys showed up to kelly’s because brook lynn called you, right, dad? What took you so long? The glasses fell under the seat. Took me a while to find them. What did I miss? Nothing. We’re just talking family stuff. Uh, so I got a car waiting. I’m going to go on a lunch date. I want you to, you know, go over the list of repairs with brando, and you gotta find your way home. No problem. I’ll just order a rideshare. Alright. Right. And you — and you guys be careful, because I don’t want any, you know, scratches. You understand what I’m saying? You got it, boss.

[ Laughs ] Alright. You got it. Ah, alright. Yeah, well, I’m going to go take a look at the corvette. Hang on a second. What is it? We need to get something settled, just between us. Hi. Uh, can you find me another chaise? I’m sorry, miss. The other chaises are all reserved. Oh, okay. Willow. Are you feeling okay? You look — you look pale. Hey. Willow, why don’t you just — you take my chair? We can — we can talk someplace else. I don’t want your chair, nina. Willow, you — you really should lie down and rest for a bit. You need something else, ms. Reeves? Yeah, can you get ms. Tait an iced tea? Do you want me to call michael? No, I’m fine. I’m just upset by what just happened at the quartermaines’. What happened? Business. It went badly for michael. Bet that makes your day. Right, nina? Ned, why are you going after michael? I mean, the merger was my idea. I don’t want trouble with you. Well, it’s a little bit too late for that, isn’t it? I’m going to remind you of a conversation — actually, the first of many. It was the night I got back. My family welcomed me home. You pulled me aside and you told me how vital it was that we take elq back from valentin. That’s what I believed at the time. And I didn’t want to hear it then. And actually, truthfully, I didn’t even really give a damn. But you kept circling back. You did. A-and you were pressuring me to work with you to reclaim it from valentin, and so I did. I put it all on the line. I put aurora on the line, and you screwed me over. Welcome to the quartermaines, right, ned? If you didn’t like what drew and I offered, all you had to do — a figurehead position. Out of the action. Why would I accept that? For the good of the family? Oh, I don’t know, isn’t that why we’re doing this? You kept saying that elq should — should be under quartermaine control, but what you really meant by that was it should be under your control. I have given years of my life at elq! So did I! I was practically a kid when I took over because you — you — you — you walked away. At first to — to do something with music, then to be the mayor of port charles. I had to learn on the job, and I did, and the company was profitable. The only time I took a leave of absence was to fight nelle for my son. And during that time, you lost elq to valentin. It happened on your watch. And then what do you do to redeem yourself? You — you gift-wrap elq and you give it to valentin for a second time. Okay, don’t worry about it, michael. If it’s any consolation, I’m sure valentin is going to double cross ned, probably sooner than later. And what are you going to do when that happens? Hmm? You gonna have your hand out? Ask us to get a team together, as a family, back each other up? Well, don’t hold your breath. Hey. What’s going on? Uh, I ran into willow at the pool. She seemed upset. Yeah, she wouldn’t tell us what happened at the vote, just that olivia should ask you, dad. So, michael, are congratulations in order? Oh, ned, it’s your news to break. I am the new chairman of the board at elq.

[ Gasps, laughs ] Oh, honey! That’s so wonderful. Oh, congratulations. Otherwise known as valentin’s right-hand man. Do you think that gran will ever retire? Oh, gosh. [ Laughs ] I don’t see that happening. She loves working at G.H. Yeah. I know that willow’s super excited to start, too. I mean, obviously, working as a nurse. Do you ever regret not finishing nursing school? Well, yeah. I mean, there were times over the years that I really regretted it. But now, I feel like every decision I’ve ever made has brought me to this place in my life, and I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be. Wow. I really hope that I feel that way one day. Oh, I’m sure you will. Well, I want you to know that if I do, it’s because of you. I mean, I would have never gotten through that horrible video had you not given me the courage to keep my head held up high and ignore the haters. Hey. You didn’t need me to tell you that. You were born with that kind of courage. Well, it certainly helps to have such a strong role model. Oh, stop. You’re gonna make me cry. Well, I just hope that I can be that way for my kids one day. Oh, gosh. Can we just get you through college before we start talking about kids, please? Deal. Okay.

[ Both laugh ] Alright. We need to order some food. What a charming mother-daughter moment. Don’t let me interrupt you from talking. Are you tired of clean clothes that just don’t smell clean? But you didn’t need to come running, dad. Uncle chase, can I sit on your lap? Sure. Ooh. How’s that? Good. Grandpa gregory says you need cheering up. Well, grandpa means well, but he worries too much.

[ Sighs ] Indulge me. What’s going on with you? Yeah. Why are you sad? Well, it’s hard to be sad when I’m with you. But honestly, I let some people down. Some people whose respect means the world to me. I don’t know all the details, but I heard you were defending a friend. I was, but like you always taught me, there is a right way to do it and a wrong way. Like making a paper airplane. If you don’t get the wings right, it’ll crash. I know we got off on the wrong foot with each other, and that’s on me. I’m still new, and when I found out michael was going after his father, I thought it was my job to protect sonny. Well, that’s not how sonny does things, especially when it involves his kids. And that is exactly what sonny told me. So lesson learned. And I have you to thank for it, brando. I mean it. You saved me from making a serious mistake before I even got started. So… what do you say we just hit the reset button? Willow, I don’t know exactly what’s going on with you and michael, but you’re clearly upset. You need to sit down and try and relax. No. [ Scoffs ] I don’t need to relax. First, your lawyer tried and failed to ruin michael’s character at the hearing. The judge sided with you, willow. I do not have any legal rights to see my grandson anymore. So why are you upset? Because, nina, today, a member of michael’s own family, someone he was only trying to protect, turned against him. And I’m sure that just thrills you. S-so what happened? Did it include wiley? Leave wiley out of it! You know what? If you have any questions, why don’t you ask your old friend valentin? He can explain everything. Ask valentin what, exactly? Brook lynn: Wait. A-are you saying valentin is still ceo? Olivia: No, no, that’s impossible. You guys all had all the votes to toss him out. Go ahead, ned. Tell them how you sold your vote to valentin. You know that I would never make a decision that would hurt this family. But whatever we think about valentin personally, he has been very good for the bottom line at elq. W-what about the merger? Weren’t you going to bring a whole new media component to elq?

[ Cellphone chimes ] Valentin is not interested in a merger.

[ Exhales sharply ] What? What is it? The word’s already hit the street that the merger isn’t happening. Oh, my god. Aurora stock is tumbling. Drew. Wait. Hey, where are you going? I am going to do damage control if it’s not too late already.

[ Door closes ] Shouldn’t you be clearing out your office at elq? Actually, I was hoping to reserve a table for tonight for some of my closest friends. Will you have the kitchen set aside a few kobe steaks, which we’ll want with all the trimmings, and a bottle of chteauneuf-du-pape 2019. Thanks. You know, for someone who just lost their job, he seems cheerful. Too cheerful.

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[ Chuckles ] Is it really that bad? I R. Brook lynn: Dad, how could you do this? How could you side with valentin after everything I did to get that stock back? After you treated me like dirt for losing it to valentin in the first place? I-I faked a pregnancy, for god’s sake. I made valentin believe he was going to be a father again. This doesn’t even make any sense. Dad, you were the one who was leading the charge to get rid of valentin! Brook lynn. Brook lynn, it is not fair to judge your father until we know all the facts. I know enough. Valentin’s going to come out of this smelling like a rose, and you planted the seeds. Thank you for your support. No one gets to second-guess my husband except me. Ned… what in the hell did you do? Valentin: Well, in the end, ned voted exactly as I expected — with his ego. Of course we’re going to celebrate tonight. Tell you what, bring the lovely lucy, will you? She earned it. Matter of fact, we all have. Josslyn: Hopefully that when trina’s found not guilty, they will reverse her title ix decision and they’ll clear her record. And my hope is that all of this will go away and trina and I can do our spring semester abroad. Oh, that would be amazing.

[ Cellphone chimes ] I know. Oh, this is trina. She wants me to meet her in the park. Go have fun. Okay. Yes. Go have fun. Give me a hug. Love you. I love you. Mm! Bye. See you later. Hey. Hey. Oh, drew, I was just texting you. So, what happened at the elq meeting? Now, my broker has been trying to reach me, and valentin showed up here acting strangely happy. Wait, what did he say? He pretended like he didn’t have a care in the world, but we both know better.

[ Sighs ] What happened? Well, I know why your broker was trying to reach you. Um… it’s not good news. Shake on it? After all, we both want the same thing, right? What’s best for sonny?

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. I want that, too. Guess I just have to remind myself that, uh, it takes time for new people to learn the ropes. Exactly. I appreciate you giving me a chance, brando.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Well, it looks like that’s my boss calling. Better take it. Okay. I’m gonna take a look at the corvette.

[ Cellphone ringing ] That you, boss? Dex, just listen. There was a setback today, and now you have my full attention. What’s going on with elq? I really don’t want to be the go-between. I suggest you reach out to michael yourself, and if he doesn’t respond, that means he doesn’t want to discuss elq with you. Nina: Hey, sonny, why don’t we get a drink or something? I don’t think willow’s feeling great, so it’s best not to pressure her right now. No, I just, if there’s something I need to know — but I can reach out to valentin. I’m sure he will tell me what happened. Alright, alright. Willow, if you’re not going to let me take you to G.H., Then I insist on taking you home to rest. Sasha, for the last time, I’m fine! I’m — I — I… hey, hey. Whoa! Whoa!

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 I figured you would want your old friend cody to see the best of port charles, considering the rude reception he’s had so far. Hmm. You know, cody’s a good guy, and it has been really good catching up with him. But, uh, you know, that dude, he got in a lot of trouble when we were kids, and he’s still kind of doing the same thing now. Hey. Sorry I’m late, guys. All good. Hi.

[ Groans ] Ribs still bothering you? I’m better every day. Huh. You really took a beating. Sure you don’t want to see another doctor? I mean, there is one doc I wouldn’t mind seeing again. Britt: Hello. Can I get a lemonade? Still taking a break from the booze? I’d like to avoid the possibility of another gif. You know how sorry I am about that. I know. I wouldn’t mind hearing it again. Ah. Oh, no. Spencer cassadine is the last thing I need right now. Brad, please be a friend and go get rid of him for me. On it. Ah-da-da-da. Right over here. Don’t make a scene. But the lady doesn’t want to be disturbed. Who, britt? I wasn’t looking for her. No, I saw your post on social media about you meeting up with your bestie. I’m here looking for you. I need your help with my girlfriend. Okay, that sentence has never been said to me before. Color me intrigued. Officer cabrera. If I were a cop, I’d pull you over. What’s the charge, ms. Prince? Oh, arson, of course. You are looking

muy caliente. Am I now? Where are you off to, trina? Oh, um, I’m meeting joss. And before you ask, no, we’re not going to go look for the guy that sold esmé the phone. Oh, I’m not second-guessing your instincts. In fact, your father and i had quite the talk about it. Good, because the time for talk is over. I need to do something, and I need to do it now.

[ Groans ] To think, my gorgeous and talented son would rather be up to his elbows in engine grease than become a tycoon in a downtown high rise. I —

[ Scoffs ] I’d settle if you were a philanthro–phil– what is it? Philodendron? That’s a house plant. Philanthropist. That’s it. I mean, come on. Your wife is rolling in the big deception bucks. You can be anything you want now. Ma… …I am doing what I want, and I’m happy. Because your wife is rolling in all that money? No. Because she’s just sasha, and that’s all I want. That’s all I need. Willow only fainted for a moment. Dr. Obrecht was there to help revive her, and sonny was a big help getting her here. If we had left it up to willow, she would have insisted on going home. Well, thank you for overruling her and bringing her here. If anything is seriously wrong with willow, I blame myself. Wait, wait, wait. Are you sure? There’s no doubt about it. Willow, you are pregnant. Oh, it is so nic eto be able to give good news. I mean, this is good news, isn’t it?

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I just wasn’t expecting you to say… that you are expecting? Because you are. How far along am I? Just a few weeks. But the last time I fainted was three months ago. So why did i pass out then? Well, I don’t have to tell you this, nurse tate, but there could be many reasons, which is why I’m curious to see what comes of the other tests. Okay? Okay. Thanks. Any other questions? Just one. Where’s michael? How is it your fault that willow fainted? This isn’t the first time. And given all the stress that willow’s been under ever since you found out that harmony’s not her mom — I should have made things easier for her. But instead, it’s been all this stress and tension, starting with that hearing with nina about wiley. Nina initiated that hearing, not you. Yeah, so then — then there was the whole elq battle going on and I…

[ Sighs ] We were supposed to go to paris, then I punched a reporter in the face, then we had to postpone that. I’m really — I’m making this all about myself, aren’t I? I bet you don’t miss all the corinthos drama, huh? I think we both got lucky. You found willow, and I found brando. Ma, I told you, I’m not trading my garage for some desk job. And no one, not sasha, not me,

[ Tools clinking ] Not even sonny wants me to sign on with corinthos coffee. Oh, you misunderstand me, brando. Sure, I have my own dreams for my child. What parent doesn’t? But I’ve learned a lot since we first came to port charles, and the corinthos name only takes you so far — not to mention, at a price.

[ Laughs ] Wow. That took a while, but I am glad that you finally understand that now. Listen, I admire that you want to be your own boss and your own man. Well, I appreciate the vote of confidence. But listen, since deception went public and your wife landed in a different tax bracket, something has to change. Okay, well, look, if this isn’t about the garage, what is it about? Your poor mother toiling as brook lynn quartermaine’s assistant. That woman gives me so much grief. I’m thinking it’s time for me to give my two weeks’ notice. Now it’s official. My court date has been set. Then we better get to work fast. We? Yeah, of course. I appreciate that, but didn’t you give up your P.I. License? I did. But I’m not giving up on you. It sounds me like you two could use some help. Where do I sign up? Is this chair taken? Oh, excuse me, um… can I please have an ice-cold lemonade? Oh, actually, you know what? Make that two. One for me and, uh, one for pc’s finest.

[ Scoffs ] You’re buying me a drink? Why? So I can fix a parking ticket for you? Oh, I don’t have a car. Um, I usually just take rideshares, but I would never dream of bribing an officer. However, I do have a favor you might be able to help me with. I knew it. The lemonade comes with strings attached. What is it you think I can do for you? Mm. I am planning on graduating from pcu with a degree in psychology, with a concentration in abnormal psych. You aim high, ms. Prince. Please, call me esmé. All my friends do. And you’re right. I do aim high. I’m not sure how I can help you. Let me explain. Up until recently, I was an intern at spring ridge minimum security prison, where the the notorious ryan chamberlain is a prisoner. I’m aware. So then you’re also aware of his condition, where he’s trapped inside his body? His mind’s still there, but he has limited communication. However, using a letter board, I’ve been able to reach him and communicate with him. Though dr. Kevin collins, ryan’s twin brother and my boyfriend’s step-grandfather, has barred me from spring ridge altogether. Why would he do that? Dr. Collins says it’s for my own safety, but I know better. He has it out for me. Even if that’s true, I’m not sure what you’re asking me to do. I was hoping someone with a better grasp of the law could help me formulate a workaround. You used to work at the lab at gh, right? Yeah, so? So I could use your help, and I’d be willing to pay for the expertise. I don’t follow. What does my expertise have anything to do with your girlfriend? That is a good question, brad. I thought you wanted me to handle this guy. Changed my mind. Great. I could use your help, too. Enough with the double talk, spencer. If you don’t leave in 20 seconds, I will throw you out. So, cody, don’t take this the wrong way, but for a guy who’s only been in town for a few days, you have found yourself your fair share of trouble, I’d say. And I’m not just talking about the guys who beat you up. I get the feeling that britt westbourne would like to sue you for all you’re worth. Well, she’s more than willing to try, but I don’t have anything to give her.

[ Laughs, coughs ] Ouch. Dude, you’re obviously still in pain. Why don’t we id these guys who beat you up? Dante, I appreciate the offer, but like I said — yeah, the alley was dark and you couldn’t make out the faces. Yeah, yeah, yeah, I get it. But you know what? Maybe you’ll pick the wrong game next time and you’ll end up in a morgue instead of an alleyway. Samantha, dante? Always a delight. Spinelli. Oh, spinelli, hey, this is cody. This is dante’s childhood friend. Cody, this is — damian spinelli. You two know each other? Oh, yes, very well. Should you tell them, or do you want me to?

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Damian, we mightas well come clean. When I parachuted into the metro court pool, mr. Spinelli here reached out to me and offered me help. Oh, yeah? Helped him what? Well, damian spinelli here is apparently an expert in directional finders and pinpoint calculations. At least, he claims to be. Yeah, he says that he’ll make my next jump a lot safer for everyone. Did I get that right, damian? Yes, that — that is right. I — I couldn’t have said it better myself. Happy landings to you, mr. Bell. And with that, I must depart. Hey, whoa, whoa. You are not going anywhere. Oh, britt, I thought you’d know by now that I don’t respond well to threats. You’re intruding on a rare day off for me. Getting rid of you is not a threat. It’s a promise. Okay, fine. So you want me to cut to the chase, tell you why I’m here? I was offering brad a business proposition. I don’t think it’s a big — oh, don’t believe spencer is any kind of innocent. I helped him identify a medication that belonged to his friend, and all I got in return was a verbal slap in the face about what a pathetic single I was. Brad, would you please give me and britt a moment? It’s clear that I need to make an apology. I’ll be right at the bar if she needs me. Okay. Understood. Make it fast. There is no fast way to tell you how truly sorry I am for the horrible and hurtful things that I have said to you, okay? I am truly embarrassed by my behavior, and I have always considered you a genuine friend of mine. And I went out of my way to try to hurt you. That was thoughtless. That was cruel, and I am sorry. And if you never wanted to speak to me again, I would understand, britt. I’m sorry. Almost sounded like you had remorse. Very un-cassadine-like. I mean it. I was way out of line when I threw your love life or lack thereof in your face. You know what, spencer? I always thought we had a real connection, too. So why were you so brutal with me? Do you have any idea what that did to me? It sent you to a singles mixer where you got knocked in the pool by a skydiver. I saw the gif. Yeah, you and thousands of others. Please believe me, britt. There’s so much more to this story than you know. And I know that in the adult world, there is no such thing as a do-over, but, boy, would I like a second chance right now. You’re right about one thing. There’s no such thing as a do-over for adults. And as lovely as that apology was, and it sounds like you meant it, let’s get real. As long as you’re hooked up with the likes of esmé prince, I cannot trust you. Rory: Thank you. That’s for you. Thank you. I believe in tipping well. Don’t you agree? Very generous. Except when the staff isn’t allowed to accept. That’s always awkward.

[ Chuckles ] You see, I went to school in europe, so I’m still learning the american ways. Oh. Well, then, let me give you some free advice. The help you’re looking for, to find a workaround to get back into spring ridge — you need a lawyer, not a cop. My experience is, lawyers are expensive and they bill by the hour, whereas cops get things done. And, hey, that saying is true. There’s something about a man in uniform. Well, just to be clear, I am off duty and out of uniform. Well, that doesn’t mean you can’t help a citizen in distress, right? I mean, I love my work at spring ridge, and I’m determined to continue working there. And how can I do that if dr. Collins won’t give me a chance? Well, I’m not sure if you know this, but I’m a rookie cop and have basically zero power. So you won’t help me? Trina: Joss and I were tracking down proof that esmé framed me. I can’t help you, but I know someone that can. Really? That would be great. Yeah, just give me your phone, and I’ll put my friend’s number into it. It’s so obvious that you and brando have found happiness, you know? And not to mention everything you’ve done as the face of deception. That is an out-of-the-ballpark success. I’m only a partner because you negotiated such a great deal for me. It was my pleasure. Deception is lucky to have you, and now I’ve seen your photos everywhere, and word on the street is that you’re going to be on the home & heart network. I mean, that is — that is amazing. I’m — I’m really proud of everything you accomplished. That’s really sweet of you to say, michael, thank you. Michael? Hey, T.J. How’s willow? She’s asking to see you. So she’s — she’s okay? I think so. But it’s better if you see for yourself. That was a pretty vague answer. Should I stick around just in case? Michael and willow have a lot to discuss, but once they’re done, I think willow would enjoy your company. She’s in room 1001. Deanna, hey, could you set up an ob consult for room 1001? Of course, doctor. Hey. Hey. T.J. Said you wanted to talk to me? He seemed to think that you were okay, but he didn’t give me any details. I don’t know — it was thoughtful of T.J. To let me break the news myself, because I do have something to tell you.

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Cody: Yeah. We’re all friends here, or we will be, right? Uh, yeah, I’m just going to need to take a r-rain check, because I really need to go — um, work thing. You know with my business, it’s either feast or famine, and now duty calls. Nice guy. Crazy smart. A bit skittish, though.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Oh, damn it. Problem? Remember that gig I had lined up? [ Sighs ] I just lost it. Well, that’s okay, man. You just stick around here a little longer. I told you, dante, I don’t want your charity. Well, first of all, my couch is not charity. And second of all, I’m not inviting you to camp out indefinitely. It’s just until you find something. Britt’s been involved in some shady stuff, man, and that’s not even talking about the fact that she went on the run with her father. On the run? Like, fugitive from justice? Yeah. Okay. Who’s her father? Does the name cesar faison ring a bell? You know what? Maybe sticking around isn’t such a bad idea. I could try and find a job here. Dante, I will take you up on that offer. Thank you. I am honestly and deeply sorry for the things that I’ve said to you, britt. Okay, don’t try so hard, okay? The more you apologize, the less effective it is. See, there’s the britt that I know and love. And the truth is, if there’s anyone that I can confide in, it’s you. Because you’ve always been honest with me, even when it hurts. Okay. But you leave brad out of this. Tell me what you need, and I will let you know

if I can help you. Okay, I’m ready. What’s your friend’s name and number? Are you afraid to give me your phone? How can you ask for my help and then actively not trust me? Rory? What’s going on? That’s exactly what I’d like to know. T.J.! Hey, uncle. How you doing, man? Good. I’m just here to see how my grandfather’s doing. I’ll be better once we can figure out how to prove trina’s innocence. Was this your idea, to work together? We’re family. We should work together. No, no, no. Absolutely not. Am I right, uncle? Actually, you’re wrong, T.J. Trina needs all the help that we can muster. Guys, let’s put an end to this, once and for all.

[ Sighs ] I’d ad vise you againstquitting your job. Why not? It’s beneath me.

Way beneath me.

[ Chuckles ] Okay. Plus, I mean, I already have everything I need. Ma, I love you, but this isn’t a permanent situation. I never said it was. But as long as sasha is mourning little liam — sasha and I have to carry that grief with us for the rest of our lives, and we have to figure out how. Hopefully, one day, we’ll have another child. But in the meantime, we need the time and the space to get back to normal. Do I need to remind you that sasha’s version of normal includes a temptation to fall back on those pills? Okay, and sasha swears that that is in her past, and I believe her. Or is this really about you needing to feel needed? Yes, I need to order an ob consult for room 1001. Willow’s room? Sometimes I can’t help but envy you. Confirming to a woman that she’s pregnant has to be your favorite part of the job, right? Okay, great. Thanks.

[ Elevator dings ] Michael… look, whatever T.J. Told you, we’ll get a second opinion, a third opinion, whatever it takes. I don’t think that will be necessary. I know you’re trying to be — you’re trying to be strong. You don’t have to be. Whatever this is, we’re gonna get through it together, alright? I would hope so. Because I’m not sick, michael. I’m pregnant.

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Janssen can help you explore cost support options. N’t get me wrong, man.I want you stick around. I just want to make sure that the reason you want to stay isn’t because you want to get revenge on whoever did this to you. Britt? Nah, nah. I’m a lover, not a fighter. You’ve already met someone here in town? No, no, nothing like that. Um…actually, right now, I just kind of want to sit in the sun and let my poor, battered body heal. But I-I can’t afford a pool pass. Well, you don’t need one. Just tell them you’re my guest. Really? Thank you, sam. I appreciate that. I’ll go check it out right now, if that’s cool?

[ Groans ] That was, uh… really nice of you. Well, he’s your friend. Then what else is going on? Okay, I was thinking while he was laying in the sun, we could figure out why spinelli was so anxious to get away from him. Oh, unfortunately, zelda, mr. Bell is causing trouble again. There — mm, there must be a way to rid ourselves of — oh, there is. Hang up. I’ll tell you. I don’t know how much you know about esmé’s background. She was adopted as a baby, and her adoptive parents died when she was still just a kid. I had no idea. She’s desperate to find her biological parents. Now, I’m no shrink, but I suspect that it’s the not knowing who she really is and where she came from that’s the root of all of her problems. Now, if we had a dna test that could determine her parentage, it might make all the difference. So is this some kind of gift for your girlfriend? Yeah. Yeah, you could think of it like that. Suppose that, um, I don’t know, what if we had two dna samples that we could compare? Are you saying that you have those samples? No, I’m saying, what if? Please, britt, before we go any further, I need to know. Will you help me? Rory, why does it look like you two have your heads together? Oh. Well, esmé was just picking my brain to see if there was a way to continue her internship at spring ridge. I told her that I couldn’t help but knew someone that could. I offered to put their name and number in esmé’s phone, but esmé wouldn’t trust me with her phone. Can you believe that? I’ve, um, had enough sun for today. He’s all yours.

[ Scoffs ] Okay, what did i just walk in on? A beginning. Esmé knows that I know what she knows. You told her? I served notice. Big difference. Who you calling? Jack. Who’s jack? My trumpet player. Hey, jack! What’s cracking, baby? This is marshall. No, no, no. I’m sorry. I’m not calling about a gig. Although I do have a request. It’s not a musical one, though. Tell me something, baby. You still plugged in like that? Yeah. Black market commodities. Cellphones, can’t be traced. No questions asked. Some people have grandfathers that read them bedtime stories. I am not mad at marshall pulling out all the stops. Trina’s future is at stake, and it looks like your grandfather’s just the right man. I’m listening, baby. Tell me something I can use, now. Gladys: Don’t you know by now that I think of sasha as my daughter? And whatever’s good enough for the two of you is good enough for me. And if you don’t believe me, maybe you’re right. Maybe it is time I moved out. Nobody wants you to move out, gladys. Brando and i are counting on you, aren’t we, brando? Whatever you say, honey. You know mrs. Myerson’s son harold won the lottery? And what was the first thing he did? Bought his mom a condo in boca. So if you want to be rid of me, I’m up for my own condo. Ma, nobody wants to get rid of you, okay? Hold up, didn’t you just take willow to the hospital? How is she? Say something. Um, I… are you sure that you’re pregnant? I mean, we — we’ve been so careful. I know, I thought so, too, but still, it happens.

[ Exhales sharply ] What am I doing? You’re pregnant. Michael, michael. Hey, you don’t have to pretend for me. Is this something you want? What do you mean? I-I mean, the plan is for me to graduate from nursing school and then, you know, be a nurse for a few years, so… do you want this baby? I mean, I’m — I’m still processing everything. I mean, we’re obviously not married. Wiley’s been our whole world, and we haven’t even discussed giving him a sibling. But I mean, do I want this baby? Willow, hell yes. Do you want this baby?

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You know, cody’s a pretty charming guy. He makes a lot of jokes, makes a lot of friends. And the trouble that he finds himself in or creates, you know, he always finds a way to handle the consequences of it, good or bad, you know? Yeah, but you knew him a long time ago. Do you think he’s the same way? I don’t know. I mean, he seems to be. But it’s weird. Like, it seems like he’s got to settle down and stop drifting, right? I don’t know. Who knows? Maybe he will stick around long enough and find a partner as wonderful as you did. No, that can’t happen. There’s no way lightning could strike twice like that. I will not be subjected to another shake-up. Look, man, pretty sure it’s a shake-down, but relax, damian. I’m not trying to milk you for any more money. What — what do you want? Think of it… think of it like an investment. In what? Yours truly. Now, here’s what you’re going to do. Trina: Look, I know you’re a cop and you’ve had all kinds of training, but when it comes to esmé, you need to watch out. She’s wickedly smart. Emphasis on wicked. I appreciate the heads up, but don’t you have enough on your plate to worry about? Your case is going to trial soon, right? Unfortunately, yes. I thought I’d be excited to see the day in court, but… I still don’t have proof that esmé set me up. Well, until you walk into that courtroom, every second counts. Spence, I’m so glad to see you. Spence, what is it? What’s wrong? Jack, you’re more down than four flat tires. You’re the best, baby. I knew I could count on you. Aw, man, you’re talking —

[ Laughs ] I’ll talk to you soon. Alright. I got a name and an address of a guy who deals in black market cellphones. I am impressed with your network of people. Hey, you know how the music business is. It’s not the most stable industry. Everybody got to have a ham or a hustle to survive. I suppose so. I’ll just need that name and address. Oh, nice try. Nice try, son. T.J., Tell your uncle ain’t no way in hell he going anywhere without me. Do I want this baby? Are you kidding? Ever since my mom — ever since harmony died and I found out she wasn’t my biological mother, all I’ve done is stress. So when I fainted again, in the back of my mind, I expected T.J. To tell me that I had some serious illness. When he told me I was pregnant, it was the last thing I expected. But after the initial shock, I thought back to the first time I ever held wiley and how incredibly happy I was. Now our family is expanding. I didn’t know my heart could get any bigger, but it did. Suddenly, there’s not just room for you and wiley, but I’m in love with a baby I’ve never even met. I don’t know if it’s a girl or a boy. I don’t know its name. I don’t know what it looks like, but… I’m in love. So am I. And wiley will always be our firstborn and always have a special place in my heart, but… I’m pregnant, michael. With your baby.

Our baby. I’ve never wanted anything more in my life. Sasha, you look upset. What did, uh — what did the doctor say about willow? Is she sick? No. I don’t know. Um, michael is with her now. All I know is T.J. Said it wasn’t serious. Um, I think it’s probably time to head on home, don’t you think? I made a lasagna earlier. Just got to heat it up. Unless my rich daughter-in-law wants to spring for dinner at the port charles grill, I can throw the lasagna in the freezer. You know I love your lasagna, ma.

[ Cellphone ringing ] I need to take this. You guys go on home. My car’s out front. I’ll meet you there.

[ Ringing continues ] Uh-huh. Okay. See you at home? Mm-hmm.

[ Ringing continues ] What do you want? Is that any way to greet an old friend? I have connections. I can get you what you need.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Just sent you a number. Give me a call, sooner rather than later. It’ll be our little secret. Okay. I’m listening.

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You know, I hope cody realizes how lucky he is to have a friend like you. I’m the lucky one, ’cause I got you. Though things have, uh — have changed. How so? Well, when we were kids, you know, I envied cody and the way he got around people. And what’s different about today? Today, I don’t envy cody at all. No, no, I cannot do that. It’s — it’s so… manipulative. This is nothing compared to what I’ve already seen you do. Okay, just do this one little thing for me, and we’re square. I just — I just don’t want to see anyone get hurt. Do I look like the type of guy who goes around hurting people? No. Come on. Trust me. When this is all done and my ship comes in, everyone will come out ahead. Lemonade, just like you ordered. Unless you’d like a sidecar of tequila and a salt shaker. Don’t tempt me. Mm-hmm. I can only assume spencer is the one who has you wavering?

[ Sighs ] He needs help if he’s going to get his girlfriend what she wants. You turned him down, right? I could lie and say I did, but against my better judgment, I said yes. I’m not warning you because i think you’re naive or gullible. I’m warning you because that’s how awful esmé is. You don’t want to make an enemy out of her, and you’ve already stuck your neck out once for me. You really, really should not get involved. It’s a little late for that. Well, look at that. Maybe trina has fully moved on from obsessing about you, spence. I can see I’m not gonna get anywhere trying to talk you out of this. See, you’re learning. Like you said, clock is ticking. We gonna do this? We are in this together. Hey, count me in for whatever you need. Anything for trina. This is all so new and unexpected. It’s more than I ever let myself dream about. I mean, I have you and wiley, and now, our very own baby. Michael, I can’t ask for anything more. Neither can I, willow. Neither can I. What do you care if I appear on home & heart shopping channel? I don’t really give a damn, but your adoring public does. To cover your appearance, I’m going to need credentials. And for some strange reason, they won’t grant me access.

[ Scoffs ] Imagine that. I knew this was a waste of time. Thanks for nothing. Wait. Yes? Liam mike corbin. You were here for such a short time, but you made quite the impact. And you were so, so loved. I have to believe that you have felt that. And I hope with everything in me that you still do. Maybe I can help you… if you can help me and return.

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get rid of valentin as ceo of elq? Felicia: Any message from valentin? Sorry? You haven’t heard a word I said in the last 30 minutes. No, I did, yeah. You confronted ryan chamberlain. You told me three times. Oh. [ Clears throat ] Mm. Message received. I guess I’m still running on adrenaline from the experience. Your turn now. Tell me everything about your date with valentin. Spare no details. What’s this about you and my son? Hey, how was your juneteenth? Well, I spent most of it studying, but I did manage to come up for air and go to a prayer service

and a barbecue. Okay. Well, I admire your time-management skills. Ha! But between you and me, I’m beat. But I can’t let on, or my nurses won’t fear me anymore. Your secret’s safe with me.

[ Laughs ] You doing a little light reading? Not me. These are to ensure that you are feared for a long time to come, dr. Johnson. If you’ll just allow me to explain. Is your explanation gonna sound any better in here? Well, I’m trying to avoid brook lynn bursting it with another tirade. Oh, from what I can hear, she’s totally justified. But you said — i said we shouldn’t make any judgments until we heard all the facts. Now, what facts cause you to throw away your family’s legacy? How soon can you meet? I, uh, have an idea, but we’re gonna have to get creative. All right, I’ll meet you there. Sonny won’t see us coming. Leo: What are you doing to uncle sonny? Hey, willow. What happened with elq today?

[ Sighs ] I really don’t want to be the go-between. I suggest you reach out to michael yourself. And if he doesn’t respond, that means he doesn’t want to discuss elq with you. Hey, sonny, I don’t know if now is the time to pressure willow. She’s not really feeling well. Why don’t we get an iced tea or something? I understand. I just — if something happened, I just want to know. I know. I can reach out to valentin. H-he’ll tell me what happened. Willow, if you’re not gonna let me take you to G.H., Then I insist on taking you home. Sasha, sasha. For the last time, I’m fine. Hey, hey, hey. Hey. I’m fine. You okay? Oh, my god. Willow! A towel! Lie her down! Elevate her legs. Willow! Call 911. Willow? Willow, can you hear me?

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Some of the quartermaines voted to remove valentin. Ne. Except ned. Ned? He sided with valentin against his own family? That doesn’t make any sense. And ned was leading the charge to force valentin out. Ultimately, he, uh, wasn’t happy with the — with the plan to merge elq and aurora. He felt that the role that michael and I offered him, I don’t know, was beneath him. But you and michael worked so hard to ensure elq returned to quartermaine control. I mean, doesn’t ned get that the merger is good for the company? I thought he would come around, you know? It was — it was bad judgment on our part. So ned betrayed his family to serve his own ego. Okay, but that doesn’t mean that valentin had enough votes to stay in control. Who turned? It’s — it’s nothing, buddy. I was just discussing a surprise for your uncle sonny with somebody. Brook lynn’s mad at my dad, and I heard her talking about it with granny tracy. Granny tracy. Um, you know, I don’t — I’m not sure that tracy likes to be called that. Why not? I guess it makes her feel old. I have to talk to my mom. Actually, I-I’d give them a — a minute, bud. Is my mom mad at my dad, too? Um… look, sometimes quartermaines get mad at each other, but that does not mean they don’t love each other. Then why do you fight? I guess it’s in our nature. Oh, like an instinct.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, I guess. We were — we were born to be mad at each other but still love each other. Okay. I’d like to cut up some apples for my horse, but I can’t do it alone. Want me to help you? Let’s go. Ah. You know michael and drew were trying to put me out to pasture. Siding with valentin was the only way I could stay in a position of power at the company. Your family’s company. Yes, my family’s company, where michael and drew would have sidelined me, okay, if this merger had gone through. So what was i supposed to do? You were– just stand back and let it happen? You were supposed to make a deal. Have you ever heard the word “compromise”? There was no compromising with drew and michael. They wanted me to do all the sacrificing, and they got everything they wanted. I’m not saying that they were right. I’m saying you have to look at the bigger picture. Which is? Is this really worth alienating yourself from all of your loved ones? Excuse me, but we’re having a private conversation. My apologies, anna. I didn’t mean to eavesdrop. Didn’t you? No, I just heard my son’s name, and naturally it caught my attention. Father, this is a surprise. Yes, for everyone. Well, there are, uh, plenty of tables outside. Anna, felicia, nice to see you. Well, wait. I-I have an idea. Why don’t we make this a foursome? Dr. Obrecht: Her pulse is steady, her breathing normal. Did willow hit her head or sustained any injuries before she fell? Not in my presence. Nina, please ask the bartender for a glass of juice. Okay. What happened? Lay back and rest. Do you remember what happened? No. Got it. Drink up, my dear. Do you feel dizzy? Lightheaded? I’m fine. I’m — I’m fine. Willow doesn’t need emergency care, but she should be examined at the hospital. Does she need an ambulance? No, no, no, no. An ambulance won’t be necessary. She’s okay. Thanks for your help. Willow, I’m gonna take you to G.H. No, no, no, there’s really no need. I’m — willow, you — hey, you have to listen to — listen to the doctor, unless you, you know, you want to stay here while sasha calls for the ambulance. Fine. Fine. Uh, yeah, let’s get this over with. All right. Careful.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Sasha? Everything okay? Willow fainted at the metro court pool. We’re taking her to G.H. Okay, I’m on my way.

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Anna and felicia don’t want us intruding on their lunch. Oh, why not? You and anna are friends. Very close friends, as I understand it. Felicia: Well, you know the old saying, victor — three’s company and four is a nightmare. All right, I tell you what, valentin. Why don’t, uh — why don’t you and I take a rain check? I’m sure you’d much rather catch up with your friends, anyway. You sure? Yes, of course. We can talk later. Business can wait. Ladies, always a pleasure. That’s my father — can’t stop making decisions for other people. Want me to leave? No, join us. If it’s all right with anna. Of course. I’d love to hear more about this business you have with your father. So once ned sided with valentin, the votes were split right down the middle, and we had a tiebreaker. Lucy.

[ Scoffs ] Of course. Ugh! She voted with valentin. He remains ceo, and now ned is chairman of the board. So valentin promised ned a more important role in the company in exchange for his vote. What about the merger?

[ Sighs ] The merger’s dead. I’m sorry. I know how badly you and michael wanted this to happen. It would only strengthen elq. I cannot believe ned is so blind. I’m not blameless here. I just assumed that ned would always side with the quartermaines. I mean, I — I should have done more to assure that. Oh, come on. No one saw this coming. Valentin did. He outmaneuvered us again. I mean, I would almost admire the guy if this wasn’t my family company. What does this mean for aurora? I hope willow’s okay. It’s me, liebchen. You don’t have to pretend to care for that woman. Aunt liesl, I am not a monster. Willow is wiley’s mother. Adoptive mother who’s denying you a relationship with your grandson. Yeah. It’s torture being kept from wiley. But sonny did remind me that one day wiley will be able to make his own decisions on who he spends time with. Hopefully michael and willow won’t totally brainwash him into hating me. And what will you do with yourself until that day comes? Aunt liesl, I have a whole life to throw myself into. You know? I do not lack distractions. And is one of those distractions a certain dimpled mafioso?

[ Chuckles ] You’re so silly. And it almost sounds like you approve of me and sonny. I approve of you being happy. And if your happiness means being with a man who hates mein scott, I won’t make a fuss. At least not much of one.

[ Laughs ] Hey, aunt liesl, you know I want your happiness, too, right? I know. Then why on earth did you say no to scott’s proposal? I took an mcat prep course at pcu. The instructor did a really good job of breaking down the harder subjects. Like physics? Oh, especially like physics.

[ Laughs ] So I dug out the textbooks. I thought you could use them. Thank you. The entire G.H. Staff is pulling for you, epiphany. And I know dr. Robinson is helping you, but if you need anything, just say the word. We need help! What happened? Willow collapsed. No, the — the wheelchair is not necessary. I’m — I’m fine. Please, willow. You also collapsed three months ago. Because you weren’t eating. I-I’ve eaten today. It’s just stress. Well, let’s get you in an exam room and find out. Okay? Willow was out cold. What do you think it is? Tj a-and epiphany are gonna find out. Everything’s gonna be okay. You can’t know that. Bad things happen here.

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I mean, I know you worried about willow, but that seems like an overreaction. Every time I come here, something terrible happens. Willow’s mom dying. Losing my baby. Okay, listen, I-I’m sorry, you know? Look, I know you’ve been through a rough time. I’m sorry about that. But maybe it’s best for you to, you know, concentrate on putting your energy into supporting willow instead of thinking about what happened in the past. That’s not gonna —

[ Doors slide open ] Hey. Where’s willow? Where is she? Bp is 80 over 50. Oh. Well, that’s pretty low, but I do feel much better. Any more fainting spells between now and the one three months ago? None. Okay. Any other episodes of weakness or — or dizziness? Uh, not really. Okay, do you want — do you want to be a bad patient or a good nurse? Come on. Four times… in the past three months. Some lightheadedness, but it quickly passed. I figured it was stress. Okay. Between nursing school, being a good mom, and everything else I have going on in my personal life, I feel like I’m juggling hundreds of balls in the air, too afraid to drop even one. Right, and, hey, that makes total sense. But, willow, this is your second time collapsing. I’m going to run some tests. I think stress might be a trigger, but I just — I don’t know if it’s the cause. How did you hear I turned down scott’s proposal? Well, maybe you shouldn’t have said no in the middle of a busy nail salon with lucy coe present. The blabbermouth must have told you

why I refused scott’s proposal. She did. She said you didn’t want to be staid or settled. Now, just explain this to me. How would marrying scott make you feel tied down? I’m an independent woman. I don’t need a man to make my life complete. Of course you don’t, but I thought that scott made your life better. In many ways. Then why don’t you make him a permanent part of it? He proposed on a whim as a way to apologize for upsetting me. I deserve more. Well, what if scott proposed to you again under the right circumstances? Would you say yes? It’s not really business. My father’s resumed his mission to keep the cassadines close. Really? You were never interested in family bonding before. I’m not. I’m pretending, to keep an eye on victor. That was your suggestion, by the way. Yes, it was. Well, good luck with that. Thank you. Let’s say we change the subject. I’ll drink to that. Aren’t you glad that you ran into us? I mean, we’re an upgrade from victor, don’t you think? I certainly do.

[ Chuckles ] Well, that’s my cue to get a refill. How you been? What, since you saw me two nights ago? I haven’t stopped thinking of you. Really? You think of me? Once or twice. You want to elaborate? I don’t think there’s anything else to say. I have thought this through, olivia. Yes, I am part of the quartermaine family. But you and brook lynn and leo are also my family, and I have to think about what’s best for our future. Ned, I don’t care about this company. I care about you and your relationships with your family and all the other quartermaines that voted to keep valentin out. Do you know how rare it is for all the quartermaines to come together on a common purpose? Now you are gonna be the enemy that everyone is rallying together against. Are you really okay with that? Michael and drew left me no choice. Yes, you had a choice, and you made the wrong one. I don’t think you realize how bad this is gonna get for you. I can handle whatever michael and drew throw at me. They are not your enemies. But your choices have made them your opponents. One day you are gonna need your family, and they might not be there for you. Why do I need them when I have you and brook lynn and leo? Honey, you really think your standing in this family doesn’t affect leo? Did you think about that? Or did you just not care? News of the elq vote got out pretty much as soon as it happened, as well as news of an angel investor trying to inflate the stock value, so shareholders left in droves. So aurora’s stock took a hit. Pretty big hit, yeah. A-and the shares I bought? I’m sorry, uh, carly. You likely took a very big hit as well. You have no idea. Look, you took a risk to help me and michael. I am going to help you. Yeah, I think it’s a little late for that. Well, I’m not gonna let you lose your house. My house? Well, I’m assuming that’s one of the assets. It’s bigger than that. I sold my half of the metro court.

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Is she conscious? Did she, uh, hurt herself? She’s conscious. She’s being examined by dr. Ashford. Yeah, michael, she walked in under her own power. And why are you involved? Did you — did you say something to upset her? You know what? I don’t — I don’t have time for this. I need to see willow. She’s in the room over there. Okay. Hey. Hi. You okay? I’m — I’m perfectly fine. Tj and epiphany or just being overly cautious because this is the second time I fainted in the past several months. I’m running tests to find an underlying cause. Just rest, and I’ll let you know as soon as the results are back. Nurse johnson? So who am i gonna believe? The doctor or the woman I love downplaying her health concerns? You know how doctors are — all doom and gloom. I should just record “I’m fine” into my phone and hold it up every time someone asks.

[ Chuckles ] How’s willow? All I can say is that she’s alert and being treated. That’s promising, right? Keep thinking good thoughts. You want — can I get you some water? Some tea? I’m good. Thanks. And thanks for your help today. I’m sorry about michael. Brando told me things have been rocky between you two. Yeah, well, you know, family’s family. And willow’s the mother of my grandson. You always take good care of your family. You’ve been really good to brando. It — it meant a lot to him, I mean, to both of us that you were there for him when we lost liam. There’s — there’s nothing worse than losing a child. I never realized that you can lose what you love in an instant. But now I’m trying to be focused on being grateful for what I do have. Yeah, I mean, that’s what you gotta do, right? Yeah. I gotta go. You want to avoid a confrontation with michael? My son has, you know, enough to worry about right now. Well, I hope you know that even though you two aren’t getting along, michael knows that willow is in good hands with you. I hope so. All right. I’ll see ya. How about that second date? Yeah, sure. But we didn’t make plans. We can fix that. Okay. What did I miss? Valentin was about to tell me about his elq shareholders meeting this morning. Yeah, I’m still ceo of elq. Congratulations. I can only imagine how the quartermaines feel. Well, ned knows I’m good for business, and the others will come around or they won’T. Right. So now that your tenure has been renewed, I-I suppose that your schedule is gonna be quite full. I will always make time for you, darling. Are you free this week?

[ Cellphone chimes ] Everything okay? What? I’m gonna have to call you. Uh, this is business that I can’t ignore. What the hell was that about? My relationship with scott is a new experience for me. He’s very different from cesar and victor. Because he’s not deranged? Love was always a war of wills with those two.

[ Sighs ] You were obsessed with faison, and victor was obsessed with you. You know, obsession is not love, aunt liesl. With mein scott, it’S…fun.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. He’s a first for you with that. Just like sonny is a first for you. I’ve never seen you lose your heart so completely before. Aunt liesl, I’m not with sonny. We’re taking it slow. Any slower, and you’ll be standing still.

[ Sighs ] You know, falling in love with mike, or… just falling for mike in nixon falls — that was unexpected. It was easy because we hit it off. It hasn’t been quite the same thing with sonny. He came with baggage, which he has since shed. Don’t make your relationships more complicated than they have to be. Well… my history with romance hasn’t been really smooth. And my relationships with cesar and victor have been positively tortured. I thought all relationships were supposed to be difficult. But it’s easy with scott, isn’t it?

[ Chuckles ] Just like it is for you and sonny. If I’d run from my feelings for scott, I might still be with a narcissistic megalomaniac. Mm. You need a blanket? What I need is for you to stop worrying. Willow, I don’t think I haven’t noticed. Noticed what? How low-energy you’ve been lately. Gee, I wonder why that could be. Yeah, look, yes, you’re busy, you’re preoccupied, but so are thousands and thousands of other people. They don’t pass out twice in a matter of a few months. Wait. Don’t — don’t tell me you passed out more than twice? No, no, it’s not that. I-I…

[ Sighs ] I kind of lied to tj. I actually don’t remember eating breakfast this morning. And you told him you did? Willow, come — well, I-I thought I’d been taking better care of myself since the last time I fainted, but I — I had so many things on my mind. It’s possible I just forgot a meal or two. You have to tell dr. Ashford. He’s just gonna say, “you need to get some more rest. There’s nothing to worry about.” So what’s the point? Okay.

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Hey. Hey. If there is anything that I can do, I… I am here to help you, okay? Even if it’s — even if it’s just someone to lean on. At least that’s something. Will you let me do that? I can let you do that. Of course I care. I would never do anything to hurt leo, or you. Well, guess what, ned? You did. You just said that you didn’t

care about this company. I don’T. I care about our marriage. And you kept me out of the loop. What I ran into valentin and you in the stable the other day, w-were the two of you there plotting about all of this? No, no. Valentin was there to try to convince me to vote with him, but I hadn’t made up my mind yet.

[ Sighs ] It didn’t occur to you to confide in me? How do you think that makes me feel, ned? I’m your wife. Even when we disagree about things, I-I — I’m still on your side. You didn’t think you could trust me? It wasn’t about trust. Well, then what was it about? We made a promise. You said you were gonna keep me in the loop. After everything that led to our separation, I mean… you promised that we were gonna be a team, and you kept me in the dark, and that is not what a teammate does. We renewed our marriage vows because I really thought that you had changed for the better. If I’d realized how this would make you feel, I would have told you everything. You know what really scares me? Is that you didn’t even realize it. Leo. Honey, what’s the matter? Are you okay? Did you hurt yourself? I messed up. That was so abrupt. Valentin’s usually smoother than that. Anna, I can’t figure out what was weirder — the part where he took off without making a plan with you, or the part where he’s having lunch with victor. Yes, they’re equally weird. Weird. You never did tell me about your date with him. We had a lovely time. Details, please. Yeah, okay. So he took me to a double feature at a drive-in. We saw “notorious” and “casablanca.” Ah! Espionage and intrigue. You must have felt right at home.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, we kind of did.

[ Laughs ] Please tell me you made out in the front seat and missed half the movie. I’m not gonna tell you that.

[ Laughs ] I’ll take that as a yes. But you did agree to make other plans, right? Yeah. But as you witnessed, you know, we didn’t firm up those plans or… well, valentin did just solidify his position as ceo of elq, and that company is never without its drama. Sure, but my gut tells me that something else besides elq is going on. What are you doing here? I thought vampires burst into flame when touched by daylight.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, my dear liesl, please promise me you’ll never lose that wonderful sense of humor. As for what I’m doing here, well, I’m, uh, early for a business meeting, so I thought I’d drop by the pool and relax for a while. Nina I can handle victor. Enjoy yourself. Thank you. Listen, you hurt a hair on my aunt liesl’s head — oh, I promise. I’ll leave aunt liesl as pristine as I found her. I didn’t invite you to join me. I heard a rumor that your ambulance chaser proposed to you and you turned him down. And this is your business because? Because it signals to me that I wasn’t wrong to hold out hope all this time. There’s still a chance that you and i could be together. So willow is resting comfortably, and, uh, tj, um… ran some, you know, tests and is waiting for the results. Okay, well, I’ll keep my fingers crossed that willow’s okay. Right. Did you see michael? Can we, uh… yeah, yeah. He wasn’t too happy to see me. Well, you know what? If you weren’t there to — to catch willow, she could have been seriously injured. Michael should be grateful that you were there. Hey, listen. Can we not talk about michael, just for one second? Okay. What do you want to talk about? Can we just talk about us? Okay, reggie, cut to the chase. What are my options? I’ll give you guys some privacy. No, no, no, no. Stay. I want drew to hear this. Okay. Stillwater venture group is exercising their option to sell your half of the hotel. Okay, well, I-I have 30 days to raise the money. Carly, you could sell off all your investments. It wouldn’t be enough. Tell me what happened after I left the house.

[ Sighs ] Things got ugly. Did ned try to justify voting with valentin? No, you know ned. He just came out with the same old excuses.

[ Sighs ] It’s just business. It was best for his family. Yeah. Yeah, don’t worry. Drew and I are gonna come up with a strategy to turn things around. Hey, you look cold. I’ll get you a blanket, okay?

[ Sighs ]

[ Door opens ] Willow? Hey. Were you feeling dizzy again? No, no. I was just resting my eyes. Okay. Any news from the lab? I got the results back from one of your tests.

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I mean, there’s gotta be something carly can do to hold onto the metro court. You don’t have the capital to buy back your half. Okay, so then we raise the money. Yeah. We have 30 days. Stillwater doesn’t have to wait the full 30 days. If you can’t demonstrate solvency — and you cannot — they have the option to sell as soon as they find a buyer. So I’m gonna lose the metro court? I went to feed comet. Yeah? Michael helped me cut the apples up for him. And did michael help you feed comet? No? Comet looked like he wanted to be brushed, but no one was around to help, so I got a stool, and I fell. Oh. We obviously need to hire a new stable manager as soon as possible. Okay, well, but, honey, why didn’t you come and get me and ned? ‘Cause you were mad at dad, and I didn’t want to bother you. Oh, honey. You would never be bothering us. You can always come get ned or I. Hey, it doesn’t matter what you may think is going on between your mom and me. You come first, okay? You — we’ll always make time to help you. Yes. We are a family, honey. We are quartermaines, and quartermaines stick together. Even when you’re mad? Even when we’re mad. How many stars are in the universe, victor? Billions. And those are the odds of my ever getting back together with you.

[ Chuckling ] Oh, come now, my darling. In your heart of hearts, you know this blustering mr. Baldwin could never satisfy you. But he does. You may believe he makes you happy now, but you’re a woman of the world. You have degrees in academic fields this courtroom clown can’t even pronounce. That’s why you turned him down. You’re leagues ahead of him. Leave, before I make you exit off the roof.

[ Sighs ] You can deny it all you want. But I know you’ll always carry a torch for me, as I for you. We belong together. All right. Why do you want to talk about us? M-maybe talk isn’t the right word.

[ Chuckling ] Okay. What do you have in mind? Hey… valentin got a text the other night when we were on our date, and he reacted exactly the same way. He was so flustered. Interesting. Yeah. Maybe it’s nothing. What? Don’t downplay me, anna devane. You have good instincts. You know it’s probably something. Is that a pep talk? I’m just validating your instincts. And whatever valentin is up to, it has nothing to do with his feelings for you. Why do you say that? I could see it in his face just now. He’s crazy about you.

[ Sighs ] Oh, god. I’m crazy about him, too. I really am. But I just can’t ignore the fact that he brings a lot of complications with him. Victor? Yeah. And as long as valentin’s in my life, so is his father. And that’s the man I think is responsible for murdering luke. You and me both. But valentin is not his father. But family ties are hard to break. Long time no see. Hmm. My apologies for a change in location, but we couldn’t very well discuss our business in front of anna devane and felicia scorpio. Wouldn’t do to have them catch on to our plans. Michael. How’s willow? Uh, you know willow. She says she’s fine, but… hey, can you tell me anything more about her collapse? She didn’t look well at the pool. She was upset about what happened at the quartermaines’. The next thing I knew, she passed out. Yeah, well, thank you. Thank you for being there for her. Actually, it was sonny who caught her before she hit the ground. He brought her into the hospital. He was very worried about her. Um…

[ Clears throat ] Did she, uh, tell you anything more about how she’s been feeling or… she insists that she ate. Yeah, well, she lied. She told me she doesn’t remember if she did or not. That’s not good. The more willow tries

not to worry you, the more worried you get. Exactly. And this is the second time that she’s collapsed. I’m trying not to get, you know, too dark about it, but… it’s hard. Yeah. I mean, what if something is really wrong with her? Don’ t make me wait.What did the test result say? Well, I can’t make a definitive diagnosis until all of your results are back, but this could explain why you fainted. Is it serious? In a good way. You’re pregnant.

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brad: [ Clears throat ] Croissants from eckert’S. Almond or chocolate? One of each. Whichever one you don’t want, I will take. Or you can have them both. So am I forgiven? Even a little bit? I know you didn’t intentionally set out to make an ass of me. Never. Fine. I forgive you. Thank you. And I promise I will never, ever — wait a second. That was way too easy. I have ulterior motives. Oh, great. By all means, use me. What do I have to do? All you have to do is listen.

[ Sighs ] Easy enough. To what? I have a little mystery that I’ve been dying to talk to someone about. I love it. Spill. The parachute guy. Cody? Whatever. I found him in an alley the other night. Someone beat the spit out of him. Did he say who? No, but I’ve been going through possible scenarios, and… britt, you can stop. I know exactly what happened. Why didn’t you invite me here, man? What are you talking about? You spent the day on the couch, barely forming any words. Why would I think today would be any different? Still, be nice to be invited. Alright. Are you sure you’re supposed to be up and about anyway? Well, it’s hard to leave town if I’m just gonna be laying on your couch the whole time, right? So you’re feeling better, then? Feeling stellar. Excellent.

[ Clears throat ] Maybe now you can answer some questions you’ve been avoiding. I’m honored the commissioner herself would like to speak with me. Any incident involving a civilian and one of my officers warrants my attention. I understand you’re pressing charges against detective chase. Well, he’s got a mean right hook, that one. I was under the impression that he’s already under suspension for punching a guy, just like he did to me. That’s correct. Well, obviously, the detective has not learned his lesson. Brook lynn: When are you meeting with the commissioner? I’m just waiting for her call. Just like I was 5 minutes ago. Right. Sorry. It’s okay. You’re gonna be okay, right? Especially because you’re still on suspension. You’re not actually a cop again, so it’s not like the commissioner can punish you, right? Doesn’t really work that way. Oh. So you’ve had like two strikes, so to speak. Yeah. So you’re gonna get a third strike, or are you already out? Wow, we have a full house. I mean, between wedding receptions, seminars, and conventions, we’re booked through the fall. Business is good. Yeah, meanwhile, my hair is falling out by the fistful. What are you talking about? You’ve handled busy seasons before. What makes this time any different? Let us just say that the energy at crazy house is up to 11 this morning. And with — with the — with the elq shareholder meeting this morning, everyone is just wired. I bet. I will be so happy when this whole thing is over. You know, drew and michael and ned, they have bent over backwards to get valentin out of elq finally, once and for all. I think it’s exciting. You must be so proud of michael for pulling this off. Yes, I am. But I have a personal stake in this, as well. Valentin? Forgive me, are we here for a morning business meeting or a little poolside r&r? Maybe a little bit of both. How’s the day going, marty? My day is, uh…just fine so far. How about yours? Are you ready for your day of reckoning? Michael: Want a cup? Oh. Oh, no, thanks. I’m fine. Are you sure you need one? You are literally bouncing. Oh, yeah, I just feel like I’ve been waiting for the shareholders meeting forever. I-I cannot wait to see valentin ousted as ceo.

[ Yawns ] Clearly, not everybody is excited about the family business. Sorry. Sorry. Wiley got me up early this morning. Well, I didn’t hear him. That’s because our son knows that I’m a light touch and will get up to make him pancakes, even if it’s the crack of dawn. Alright.

[ Sighs ] Good morning, everyone. Morning. Good morning. Beautiful day. Certainly is. To… today. The day everything changes.

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Is this better? Yeah. I don’t mean to seem, uh, paranoid. That’s fine. You never know what judgy eavesdropper’s lurking through the halls. Now, tell me, how do you know what happened to parachute boy? Cody. Whatever. Who beat him up and why? Okay, so I only really know some of it. And that would be? Cody was at my aunt selina’s poker game.

[ Scoffs ] Of course he was. Let me guess. He made bets he couldn’t cover, and now — actually, he won big. And my aunt was furious. Wait, are you saying your aunt ordered cody’s beating? I’m an open book, man. You got questions, fire away. Excellent. Why don’t we start by you telling me how you ended up on my doorstep, beat up, with britt westbourne?

[ Sighs ] I saw a way to make some fast cash, and it didn’t exactly work out. Oh, so you’re still playing cards?

[ Chuckles ] I’m better than I was when we were in summer camp. Clearly not. I had an off night. You know who did this to you? You know, they didn’t exactly introduce themselves. No kidding. Yeah. No kidding. Do you think you could identify them, though? I’d love to. Great. Why don’t you come down to the station, we’ll look at some photos? But the alley was really dark. Right. How did I know you were gonna say that?

[ Chuckles ] Well, you’re an excellent detective, clearly. Mm-hmm. So, do you think these guys are still after you? Maybe. You know, I’m not gonna stick around to find out. Did they let you keep any of your winnings? They did. Oh, how much? $50. Mm! Mm-hmm. $50?

[ Clears throat ] Listen, I’m gonna spot you some cash just till you get back on your feet, okay? Didn’t we already have this conversation? I don’t want you to pay my way, man. What, you’d rather get your ass kicked again? Yes, I would. Typical. Stubborn idiot. That’s why we get along so well.

[ Laughs ] Ow. Ha. They really worked you over pretty good, huh? Oh, doc westbourne said I should be fine. Doc westbourne. I still can’t believe brit actually stopped to help you. Isn’t that what doctors do? Yeah, typically. Yeah, but britt usually just does, you know, whatever’s best for britt. Sounds like there’s some history there. Yeah, there is. None of it good. The market has already reacted to the potential merger. Aurora stock just keeps going up. You know, our first priority should be to talk to the vps and confirm the merger. Just get everybody up to speed. Michael: Right. Ned, good morning. Good morning, all. I see the two of you are already making plans. We are. Yeah, actually, in fact, now is a perfect time to loop you in. I’m eager to hear it. Lucy: Oh, well, good morning, quartermaines. What a sight to behold. It’s good to see you, too, lucy. Thanks for coming. Lucy: Well, it’s my pleasure. I always love revisiting the quartermaine manse. I loved living here. And it’s so lovely to see all the heads of the family together. Look at you. My, how times have changed. Oh, there’ll be a reckoning, alright. I just don’t think it’ll take all day. You’re eerily calm. Does this mean you’ve heard from ned? What’s valentin doing? The shareholders meeting is in less than an hour, he’s lounging by the pool? He’s bluffing to give the impression he knows the vote’s going his way. I don’t know. That looks pretty convincing. It’s like he knows something we don’T. Cops don’t usually get a third strike when it comes to altercations with civilians. You could be fired? Maybe. I mean, I’d probably fire me. Absolutely not. I mean, how can a good guy like you get in trouble for slugging a sleaze like… maybe not. No, no, no, brook lynn. I know that face. Yes. That is your plotting face. Yes, this face. This is the face that is gonna fix everything.

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Problem solved. I know exactly what to do. Okay. Whoa, whoa, whoa. Huh? What? Oh, I can’t tell you, because then you’ll try to stop me. Only if it’s a bad plan. Oh, just trust me that it’s not. No, tell me. And then I can poke holes in it. Another reason why I can’t tell you. But if I can poke holes in it, then you’ll know where the flaws are and you can cover them up and exonerate me in the process. Okay, fine. Here it is. I go to the pcpd, and I amend my original statement. I make sure all of your colleagues know that you saved me from a violent criminal. I can’t let you lie to the police for me. I won’t be lying. It’s just that now that the initial… shock is wearing off, I’ve realized that my original statement just didn’t convey how terrified I was when linc attacked me. Terrified? Really? Oh, if I’m lying, I’m dying. Okay. But to me and presumably to officer cabrera, you were just really mad. Which is how I cope with extreme fear. I put on a facade of extreme rage. Look, the bottom line is, if you hadn’t stepped in to save me, I would have been abducted by linc. Brook lynn. Okay, abducted is a strong word, though I think I could sell it. Look, the point is, it was your civic duty to defend me from a predator. Case closed. Throwing a punch in a club doesn’t usually rate criminal prosecution. It’s still battery, though, isn’t it? It is. And shouldn’t police be held to a higher standard? Of course. I don’t condone what detective chase did, but I’m also not convinced it’s worth pressing charges. Why not, may I ask? Judges are cracking down on nuisance lawsuits. You won’t be doing yourself any favors if the courts feel you’re wasting its time. Well, I only want to see justice be served. So if I drop the charges, what are my options? Cody: How is this even possible? Well, britt is a fertility expert and her mother is a scientist, so they stole lulu and my embryo and implanted it. And then she carried the baby — your baby — rocco. To term? Yeah. Then tried to pass the kid off as her own child? Mm-hmm.

[ Scoffs ]

[ Chuckles ] How is she still a doctor? I don’t know, man. I don’t know. But she had her license taken away when she went to prison. When she got out, they gave it back to her. Okay, hold on, prison? Yeah. I thought she was this morally upstanding, outraged citizen.

[ Laughs ] Yeah, the only person who’d think that would be funnier than me is probably her. Britt’s been involved in some shady stuff, man, and that’s not even talking about the fact that she went on the run with her father. Alright, back it up. On the run? Like a fugitive from justice? Yeah. Okay. Who’s her father? Does the name cesar faison ring a bell? Britt’s father’s cesar faison? Well, was. He died like four years ago. Yo, cody. Hey, no, I’m — it’s just a lot to take in with the whole embryo-stealing thing, and — and to top it off, she’s faison’s daughter. Mm-hmm. I mean, it kind of explains things, doesn’t it? Anyway, I got to get out of here.

[ Sighs ] Alright, I’ll come with you. Ahh. Nope. That hurt. Are you sure you’re alright, man? You know, britt said that these were just ribs that are bruised, but I’m starting to wonder. Okay, let’s go. We’ll go to G.H. No, man. You know I don’t like hospitals. Although, second thought… yeah, hospital sounds like a great idea. Alright, let’s go. If aunt selina had cody beaten up over a poker game, what will she do to you if you screw up? Oh, the — the beating wasn’t her doing. Well, I didn’t think she did it herself. Then again, what do I know? Yeah, she just had cody thrown out of the game, but he was totally fine. Right. So now that I’ve solved the cody mystery, maybe you can answer the question for me. What was that look between you and your mother? What look? The look that passed between you and liesl right before she kicked me out of your room. Clearly, I said something that upset you. But what, I have no idea. I mean, does it have anything to do with whatever the hell’s been bothering you lately? Yes. No, I have actually not spoken to ned. Well, then… why so free and easy? How can you be sure he’s gonna throw over his family and vote with you? Because if I’m ceo, he maintains a shot of keeping some influence. He’ll pick me. Huh. Well, far be it for me to question a “sure thing,” but as long as we’re on the subject of family, I got a very important update on yours. What, the cassadines? Far as I know, that’s the only family you got. Stop staring. Shh. Don’t interrupt me. I’m in the middle of a curse.

[ Laughs ] Look, don’t let valentin get in your head. Hey. Drew, michael, and ned, they know what’s at stake. They’re all gonna come together. They’re gonna oppose valentin. Everyone’s doing their part, including me. Okay. What’s going on? This is the second time you’ve mentioned yourself. What’s going on? I didn’t have a chance to tell you. The merger won’t just be good for elq. It’s gonna be good for me. I’m now a major shareholder in aurora. Ahh. Well, thank you, kind sir. Mmm. Mm. So I take this to mean that valentin is on his way out? Yes. If we all vote against him, there will be absolutely nothing he can do. Hmm. Well, you know, from my perspective, I think the q’s owe valentin a great, big, huge thank you.

[ Coughs ] Look, I know that this family loves me as much as I love them, but sam and I created aurora to have something on our own. So the merger between aurora and elq, it… I don’t know, this may sound a little bit strange, but… kind of feels like two separate parts of myself finally coming together. I hear what you’re saying, and you’re right, you know? It’s like… it’s a union of sorts between your past and the present you fought to get back to. And now, well, there is no escape. Settle in, drew, because you’re not going anywhere.

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youto open up about this. Whatever it is. I know. I just haven’t been ready to talk about it. Not a lot of people know. If not a lot of people know, and… one of those people isn’t me, it must be pretty heavy. What’s going on?

[ Telephone rings ]

[ Clears throat ] Yes. Okay, I’ll be right there. I have to go. Oh, come on. I have a patient. Really? Now? I have a patient, and this is… it’s not a conversation I want to rush. What do you know about the cassadines that I don’t? Relax, relax, relax. It’s a good thing. Maybe I get to be the judge of that. Your victor problem will soon be over. What are you talking about? My sister. She hit on a brilliant but simple way of getting rid of him. She’s pulling strings to have victor deported. Isn’t that a little outside of her reach? Not at all. Laura’s both well connected and very determined, and it makes perfect sense. Victor’s got a criminal record, goes back decades. Ample reason to have him deported for — wait for it — moral turpitude.

[ Cellphone chimes ] I got to go. But we — the quartermaines await. I know aurora’s stock price is climbing. On the rumors of a merger. And once the merger is officially announced, they’re gonna skyrocket. And the q’s will once again be in charge of elq. Yeah, I got to say, drew’s idea to merge these two companies, brilliant. That’s right. Which is why I sold my half of the metro court to raise the capital to help michael and drew. I’m sorry, you did what, now? Oh, wait. Are you okay? I’m fine. I’m fine. But what in god’s name can this family possibly thank valentin cassadine for? Well, elq has thrived under valentin’S…tenure. Not to mention the fact — you know what? — He has united all of you together against a common foe. Yes, and that unity deserves to be fought for and protected. Well, the quartermaines are nothing if not excellent fighters. Just think about what you could do if you all worked together for once. Willow: I’m going to check on wiley. Already? Don’t worry. I won’t hover. Wiley should be so lucky. I’ll be right back.

[ Chuckles ] Cody: Dr. Westbourne. Oh, god. You?

[ Chuckles ] There’s that bedside manner you must be so famous for. All the doctors in this hospital, and you ask for me? You’re the one most familiar with my case. You have bruised ribs. It’s not like you’re a case study the medical world is going to marvel at. Yeah, doc, turns out I might be more banged up than you thought. Well, the E.R. Is right down the hall. I will call an orderly to wheel you over.

[ Groans ] Come on. Can’t you just check me out? I’m an ob-gyn. Yeah, I heard. I’m sure you have. So here’s the problem. Um, as I told you the other night, when you were so kindly taking me to your car, trip to the E.R. Actually not really in the budget right now. Right. And you don’t have insurance, and whoever beat you up took all your money. Otherwise, I’d be happy to pay. Mm-hmm. Well, I can’t treat you off the books. Okay, well, you know what? I’ll cover his bill. Can’t put him on a bus out of here if he’s got broken ribs, right? You’re leaving town? That’s the plan. Right this way.

[ Chuckles ] Brook lynn. I can’t let you lie to the police. It’s a valid interpretation of the events of that night. No, brook lynn, it’s not. Well, who’s gonna contradict me? A club full of witnesses? Oh, please. A bunch of hipsters who were three sheets to the wind? Chase, I’m unworried. It will totally work. Okay, brook lynn… thank you. Really. It means the world to me that you would do this for me. Well, you pretended to be bailey’s dad. It’s the least I can do. Bottom line is, I got myself into this mess, and I’m ready to face whatever happens next.

[ Cellphone rings ] Hello? Yeah. Yeah, I’ll be — I’ll be right there. That was jordan’s assistant. The commissioner is ready to see me.

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If the quartermaines united to run elq, that would be so incredibly formidable. That’s not ever gonna happen, though. What do you mean? I just mean that when valentin leaves, all the in-fighting that edward so successfully cultivated, it’s just gonna resurface again, which is really, really a shame.

[ Cellphone rings ] Oh, excuse me. Sorry. I — I do have to take this. Of course. Just a second. Okay. Hi. I’m alone. Now you know how I feel. You know how much I missed waking up to you this morning? I missed you, too, so much. But, you know, with the slot coming up on the home & heart shopping channel, I had so much work to do for deception, and then I had to come to this shareholders meeting, which is gonna be a total waste of time. Now, now, you never know. Well, ned and drew and michael, they’re all united on this crazy valentin front, and so I don’t get to vote unless there’s a tie, which there’s not gonna be. And that means I’m just gonna sit around twiddling my thumbs. I’m gonna feel totally superfluous. Now, that is nonsense. You are definitely the center of my world. Thank you. You do say the absolute sweetest things. Lucy, you’re more important than you know. Far more. I sold my half of the metro court to stillwater venture group to get the money to help michael and drew. So now I’m partners with stillwater venture group? No. God, no, I would never do that to you. I have 30 days to buy back my half of the hotel. The price has already been set, and I’m going to have more than enough money. Aurora’s stock is gaining value by the hour. It sounds risky. No way. I have faith in drew, and I will always bet on michael. Can I get a refill on my cup of coffee, please? Actually, just make it a whole new cup. I kind of — for sure. Thanks. Ugh. Don’t they make an ointment to get rid of you? Brook lynn, I don’t like this tension between us. This isn’t tension. This is hatred. I sold another one of your songs. Which one? “Morning rain.” I wrote that when my cousin died. Well, it’s very touching. Soft-tee paper towels thinks it’s perfect for their new commercial. My song is gonna be used in a paper towel commercial? A national paper towel commercial. So when anyone in the entire country hears it, they’ll think “absorbent.”

[ Sighs ] And I’ll be making a nice chunk of change from it, too. You know, I bet if you tried, you could come up with some catchy jingles. Then we can make money together. I would rather never write another song. You really want to work with me again? I do. Why? Okay, fine. I’ll do it. If you recant your accusation against chase. Commissioner. Detective chase. Close the door and let’s have a seat. I wonder if you realize how disappointed I am to find you in this position again, and so close to the end of your suspension. I’m sorry. I acted in haste, and while I was provoked, that is still no excuse. If there’s no excuse, why say you were provoked? Accuracy. Of course, now that I’m facing assault charges, I know you can’t bring me back to the force. I spoke with mr. Brown. He’s agreed to drop the criminal charges. You won’t be facing prison time. How d– thank you. Thank you for going to bat for me. You can save your thanks. Linc brown still wants you to lose your job. I hear you’re working for your aunt selina now. Yep. Yeah? What are you doing for her? Oh, this — this and that. You know, entry level stuff. Yeah. Errands and whatnot. Super…boring. Hmm. You have no idea what you’re getting yourself into, do you? Very colorful. Is it okay that it hurts to breathe? That would be a sign that your rib punctured your lung.

[ Groans ] It doesn’t hurt

that bad. Well, we shall see.

[ Sighs ]

[ Chuckles ] It’s cold. Take a deep breath in. Okay.

[ Inhales ] Yeah, hurts. Exhale it.

[ Exhales ] One more time.

[ Breathes deeply ] I should send you for an x-ray. I’m sure if you just wrap me up, I’ll be fine. Really? Just a moment ago, it hurt to breathe. Now you’re fine? You must have the healing touch. Yeah, we’re all set. The proxies are here, and we are good to go. Hey. Everything okay with wiley? Oh, yeah, he’s fine. And you? Are you — are you okay? Ned: Pascal, I think you know drew. Yes. We’ve spoken several times on the phone after your return. It’s a great pleasure to see you in person again. Well, it’s great to be seen. Thank you. Michael, hello. Pascal, thanks for coming. We’re just waiting for — oh, there he is. Good morning, everyone. What say we begin? I don’t think this is gonna take too long. No, no, it certainly will not.

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[ Groans ] So dante and I weretalking about you earlier. I’m sure he had a lot to say. Well, he’s definitely not a fan. To me, it sounds like you got a raw deal, though. How do you figure? Well, your mom and dad, you know? Not the easiest role models to live up to. You can get dressed now. I just meant, you know, it’s got to be hard to live up to your dad’s legacy. Meaning what? Linc: So let me get this straight. I drop the assault charges, and you’ll write songs for me again? No charges, no civil suit, no other complaints or demand for apology. No comment to any reporter that chase attacked you. This never happened. Okay, you go to the D.A., You go to the commissioner, you tell them that you lied. You make this go away forever, and I’m all yours. It’s a tempting offer, but, um… no deal. What? All I care about is that detective friend of yours loses his job for good.

[ Exhales sharply ] But look on the bright side of things, blq. I’ve come around to your way of thinking. Some things truly are priceless. I just meant it must be tough to live down cesar faison’s reputation. Right? I mean, he was one of the wsb’s most wanted, wasn’t he? Continue with the ice packs. If the pain persists for more than two days, see a doctor. Have a nice trip. Oh, wait, wait. What — what just happened here? Dante said you were getting on a bus. Bon voyage. Jordan: Linc brown is filing a complaint with the civilian review board. As you know, the outcome of the board’s investigation could be censure or even dismissal. I know I was in the wrong. In the heat of the moment — this was not a life-threatening situation. No one was in any imminent danger except mr. Brown. Once again, you’ve shown that you can’t keep your head in situations, especially when brook lynn quartermaine is involved. So answer me this, detective. Why shouldn’t I fire you right now? Hey, sand or stone? Pardon? Well, I’m planning a deluxe family vacation. Oh. I mean, it’s been a rough few months, so I feel like we deserve it. So, should we go to the beach or should we go to some foreign city? Well, I guess that depends on who all’s going. Me and donna, of course. I’m hoping michael, willow, and wiley. Okay. And I was gonna ask ava if I could take avery. Ha! I wouldn’t hold my breath on a yes for that question. Well, ava and I — hate each other. Yes, but we will move heaven and earth for avery, so maybe there’s a possibility. Ooh, listen to the optimist. I mean, after the year I’ve had, things are finally going my way. Valentin: As ceo, I am calling this shareholders meeting to order. So… any new business? Chair recognizes drew cain. I make a motion to remove valentin cassadine as ceo of elq. I second. So moved. Anyone want to make a statement supporting the removal of valentin cassadine? I think we can just get this over with. I’ll take that as a no, but I want to make a statement on my behalf. Elq has grown significantly during my time as ceo. It’s no secret the rumored merger between aurora and elq, and it’s also no secret it has nothing to do with the strength of our company. It has everything to do with making drew cain a majority shareholder, and that’s a dangerous reason to make this decision. Anyone else want to say something? No. Okay. Well, then I will entertain a motion to bring this to a vote. So moved. Seconded. We’re gonna vote on the motion, and I will turn the procedure over to elq’s chief counsel, pascal everett. Thank you, chairman cassadine. The motion on the floor is to remove mr. Cassadine as chair. Before we get to those present, are there shareholders represented by proxy? There are. These are the proxies from family members who couldn’t attend in person authorizing me to vote on their behalf. And how do they vote? They all vote “yes” on the motion. Very well. And now to those present. Chairman cassadine. I vote no. Mr. Drew cain. Yes. Mr. Michael corinthos iii. Yes. Mr. Ned quartermaine.

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You’re still here? We weren’t done. Right. Um…about that — it’s — it’s okay. I know now is not the right time for whatever this conversation is. Thank you. But I do want you to know that I’m here for you. Alright? Whatever’s going on, you can count on me. I know. But, um… I-I had a chance to think about it, and I’m fine. Well, that’s — that’s great. It is, yeah. And, you know, if — if anything changes, I’ll — I’ll let you know. But for now, you should focus on your fabulous new job. Chase. Cody: Bad news. Oh, broken ribs? Nah, they’re just badly bruised. Right? But the doc ordered me to take it easy, so… no hours on a bus right now. Okay. So you’re sticking around? I mean, if that’s okay. Yeah, man. I got to get out of here, but, uh…I’ll call you a ride-share. Dude, no, I’ll — I’ll take the bus. Are you sure? Look, it’s like a 10-minute ride to your place. Okay? I think I can gut it out. Oh, I’m in awe of your courage, sir. Mm-hmm. Thank you.

[ Grunts ] Actually, it did hurt. Seriously, man, I’m happy you’re sticking around. Dr. Westbourne, thanks for the tlc. Better hurry — I wouldn’t want you to miss your bus again. Yeah, yeah. I am hopping on a bus. It’s local. To dante’S. I don’t care where you’re going as long as you leave my hospital. I found a reason to stick around port charles, so…see ya around. You will be sitting pretty once this merger goes through. Your whole life’s gonna be like a big vacation. Oh, no, I’d be bored in a month. Maybe two.

[ Laughs ] Make it a business trip. World domination. You know what? You’re right. I’m gonna build a hotel empire.

[ Laughs ] The metro court will become an international brand. Mr. Quartermaine, the motion on the floor is to remove valentin cassadine as ceo of elq. Do you vote yes or no? I vote no. Very well. Between mr. Corinthos, mr. Cain, and the proxy votes voting “yea,” and mr. Cassadine and mr. Quartermaine voting “nay,” we have a 50/50 split. What the hell, ned? This was your idea. You’re the one who started this. You wanted to force valentin out. Valentin: The meeting will come to order. We have not finished voting. Ms. Coe, as bequeathed by your late ex-husband, alan quartermaine, you have the tie-breaking vote.

[ Chuckles ] Would you look at that? Wow. You know, last time I had a vote, I felt a wee bit of pressure, but this time, I get to vote my conscience. I vote an oh, no. The motion fails. Valentin cassadine remains as chief executive officer of elq. Excellent. Pascal, thank you for your time and your service. Always a pleasure. Well, as ceo, onto the next order of business, namely the rumored merger between aurora media and elq. It is not happening. And this is bad?

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Hi. Hi. Oh, do you know my brother, martin grey? Hi. Hi. Felicia and mac scorpio. Pleasure. Nice to meet you. So would you like to join us, or is it a date night? Oh, hardly.

[ Chuckles ] Gee, thanks. Oh, well, no, no, what I meant was, is that we were supposed to meet maxie for dinner. I roped bobbie into watching the kids, but, of course, maxie got called away. And now I’m feeling the pressure of making this a date night. Oh, gee, thanks. We’ll leave you to it. Oh, kevin is going to join us later for a nightcap. Maybe you’d like to join us then. Count us in. Okay, great. Nice meeting you. So jordan told me she reached out to you about the bureau’s findings. Reached out? She delivered the good news in person. That our dear brother is not behind the attempt on our lives. [ Chuckles ] Champagne all around. Yes, well, I still don’t believe his religious conversion. Does anybody? Still, it does beg the question. If cyrus wasn’t trying to wipe us out, who was? I’ve narrowed the suspects down to one.

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Cassadine reunited with his trust fund, yet still bussing tables? Pourquoi? Uncle victor. Welcome back. Good to be back. But why the menial labor? This is my last shift, but cam’s been good to me, so I felt that I had to honor it. But now that I have a weekly stipend, my days of punching a clock are over. Good for you. High time you find something more befitting your talents and stature. Oh, I couldn’t agree more. So what’s it to be, then? The whole world is your oyster. Perhaps I can find you something in one of my businesses. Perhaps, someday. But right now, work isn’t my first priority. Ah, time for some travel, then. Actually, what I want to focus on is much closer to home.

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[ Knock on door ]

Good evening, esmé. Kevin. Thank you so much for letting me stop by on such short notice. Well, I only have a few minutes, but how can I help? I need your insight, dr. Collins. My future depends on it.

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That was so wild, joss. Hell, yeah, it was worth it. And we finally got a lead on esmé. If rory keeps it on the dl like he promised, nobody has to know how much trouble we — joss, I gotta call you back.

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This is absolutely a date. Would you tell me the truth, though, valentin? Always. When I can. I won’t know until you ask the question. Are you worried that unless we’re talking espionage, we’re gonna discover we don’t have anything else in common? Are you? Well, no. I mean, I wasn’t until you went on this little fishing expedition just now.

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Uh, hi, everybody. What’s going on? Honey, are you okay? I’m fine. Of course you’d say that, but you don’t have to be. Look, we are just as upset by this as you are. Thank you? And we are gonna march right down to that school, and we are gonna fight this decision no matter what it takes. Right, the title ix decision. And, trina, you can blame me for calling your father and telling curtis. I-I just really wanted to rally the troops for you. And I appreciate that, really. But I’m okay. Better than okay, actually. Really? Yeah. Why? Why? I guess I just… feel better. Uh-huh. So, trina, what happened between the angry texts that you sent me and you walking through the door just now? Uh, well, for the first time since this happened, I think there’s a chance things might work out in my favor.

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You sound like a man with a plan. Like you, uncle victor, I prefer to play my cards close, at least for now. Well, good for you. Never let them know where you’re headed. That way, you can surprise them when you arrive. Just let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. You can count on it. Meantime, where are you living these days, now that you’ve accepted ava’s bribe to leave wyndemere? Oh, you haven’t heard. Ava amended the deal. Yeah, in exchange for my allowance, she’s actually asking that i stay at home. You have to be joking. What prompted this sudden gesture of goodwill? Ava wants to repair her relationship with my father, and he wants to repair his with me. Ha! Wow. Bravo, my lad. First round to you, it seems. Both your birthright and your relationship with your father are finally to be restored. I know it’s a bit of a sacrifice, but — it is. Still, I mean, the three of you coexisting under the same roof, it’s a small price to pay for family unity. Actually, it’ll be four of us. What? You mean… ava’s agreed to let esmé stay on at wyndemere as well? She has. And don’t you even dare suggest that she leave. Why not? Because I have very good reasons to keep esmé close.

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Kevin: As much as my clients depend on me, I’ve never been entrusted with anyone’s entire future. I’ll admit I’m sometimes prone to exaggeration, but I’ve read how effective exaggeration technique can be in gestalt therapy. Oh, you’ve studied gestalt. On my own. The class I audited at pcu was limited, to say the least, which is actually what brings me here. I’ve been accepted into pcu for the fall. Congratulations. I’m glad you found a direction. Oh, I have. Psychology is my passion. Well, the undergrad psych program at pcu is highly touted and notoriously difficult to get into. Oh, don’t I know it. The program requires an entirely different application process, including an amateur case study. And you’re hoping I can help you choose a topic? Actually, I have already selected my topic. I just need background. If I have any expertise to lend, I’m happy to help. As it so happens, you’re the foremost expert on the subject. My a case study is on ryan chamberlain.

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What are we drinking tonight? Because I’m thinking champagne. What’s the occasion? Do we need one? At these prices? Yes. If living a little isn’t reason enough, then how about our granddaughter bailey’s clean bill of health? Just when I think I can’t love that munchkin any more, she smiles at me and I’m a goner. Same here. Which reminds me, we should also toast to being grandparents and together, accepting that that’s good enough for us. More than enough. Where’s that waiter? Oh, and we should toast something else. Let’s raise a glass to the dressing down I gave ryan chamberlain today. You did what?

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I’m in for what’s next. Essay examining ryan’s adult attachment style and interpersonal trauma will be enough to wow the psych program’ admissions panel. Well, that certainly sounds compelling. I’m glad you think so. I’m afraid you’ll have to write your admissions essay without any help from me. But how can I do that when you denied me access to ryan at spring ridge? Besides the man himself, you know ryan’s history best. Esmé, do you understand why I had you barred? To teach me a lesson. I defied you, for which I have apologized. It wasn’t punitive, esmé. It’s because proximity to my brother isn’t healthy. Well, let’s be honest, if I were anyone else — it isn’t personal, esmé. Isn’t it? I know what my brother is capable of. My decision was purely professional. And I respected your professional opinion, but your brother is a legitimate subject for a psychological study. If I were one of your students, you would at least share what you know. So if this isn’t personal, why deny me the same benefit?

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I get the strong impression that ava is hoping that esmé will trip up and give ava an excuse to evict her. But you don’t agree with that? You’re sticking with esmé. Without reservation. Look, spencer, I know you have strong feelings for esmé. You have no idea. But aren’t you in the least bit concerned that her continued presence at wyndemere could hinder this reconciliation with your father? What? What, did I say something — no, no, no, no. It’s just… for two people who really don’t care for one another, it’s incredible how often you and grandmother are on the same page. Huh.

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Victor cassadine. It’s got to be. Why? Clearly, you’ve been a thorn in his side with, you know, spencer, nikolas. A mother, grandmother worried about his influence on your loved ones. But do you really think that’s enough of a reason for him to want you dead? It has nothing to do with family meddling. Well, if not that, then what? It’s nothing I can prove. Well, now, don’t you dare. What, do you think he’s gonna overhear us and sue for slander? Tell me. I’m not gonna beg. If you’re right, I nearly died because of the man. I think I deserve to hear any and all theories. Okay, look, I think you were targeted just because you were with me, you know? And they went after both of us because that frames cyrus. Oh, so I was just merely collateral damage. I wouldn’t say merely. You know, baby sister, I realize I’m not supposed to be offended, but somehow I just am. Come on, marty. Look, you’re a lawyer. There’s probably lots of people who want you dead. You’re just saying that to make me feel better. Still, you’re correct. If victor cassadine had the minerals to try to take out the mayor of port charles, you really think he’d risk killing someone who has that many high-powered friends? It’s not like having a lot of high-powered friends did anything for luke. Luke? What are you saying? You think — okay. I’m saying… I believe victor cassadine had a hand in my ex-husband’s murder.

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Well, you’re right about one thing. When I get nervous, I ask too many questions. Are you nervous? Not in the slightest. [ Chuckles ] Are you? Well, look around. Nobody’s pointing any guns at us. We’re not handcuffed to some chair, dripping sweat on an explosive device. We’re at a drive-in movie. We can pretend that we’re concerned about carbon monoxide poisoning. Toxic gas is one thing. Disappointing you is a whole other ball game. I haven’t disappointed you tonight, have I, darling? Despite your best efforts, no. Do me a favor. Mm-hmm. What? Tell felicia I tried. What? I’m supposed to report back to felicia? She gave me what for. Oh, she didn’T. She gave me a real beatdown for avoiding you. She’s right about that, though.

[ Moving playing in background ] Do you feel like I’ve been avoiding you? I mean, not at this precise moment, but yes, lately, definitely. What the hell has been going on with you? I’ve had a lot on my plate. Charlotte and elq. It seems like it was more than that. I promise you, it’s got nothing to do with you. That is good to know. What else did felicia say? She asked my intentions. [ Chuckles ] Whether I was serious about you. Are you? Very.

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Joss and I were trying to think of ways esmé could have slipped up, and we realized there was an avenue of investigation that wasn’t explored. So you and joss thought of something the pcpd may have overlooked? No disrespect, but they think like cops, and we think like an 18-year-old woman. She does make a good point. Thank you. Okay, if you and joss have found another angle, then we need to be calling jordan. Actually, um — the cops don’t have to be involved. Not yet. Because you and joss went chasing down your own lead? Am I right? My me itching. Okay, don’t be mad. Okay, you know what? I don’t like the sounds of this. Curtis is right. Joss and I found out about this guy that sells black-market phones, and tonight we paid him a visit. Where, trina? This place called, um… the highsider? Have you lost your mind, little girl? What is this? What’s the highsider? It’s, um… it’s a biker bar on the outside of town. You and josslyn went to a biker bar by yourselves? Okay, before you freak out, we’re both fine. And the good news is, we showed a picture of esmé to the guy, and he totally recognized her. And he confirmed that esmé is the one that bought the phone from him? And he’s going to make a statement to the police to that effect? Well, not exactly. Before we could get him on the record — [ Groans ] Some creep manhandled joss. Manhandled? Trina, how? I told you, she’s fine. The bouncer took care of it right away. Oh, so the bouncer took care of the man who accosted josslyn at the biker bar while y’all were playing nancy drew? Yes? Oh, okay. Okay. Okay. I guess it’s better that than the bouncer not intervene. So he broke up the fight, and, um… and that was the end of it, right? Trina? What happened after the bouncer intervened? Then a fight broke out? Trina robinson! Please tell me the police didn’t show up. I didn’t get detained. Okay, I just want to know, why didn’t you tell us what you had planned? This is why. I knew y’all wouldn’t let us go. You’re damn straight! What if you had got arrested? How would that look to the jury? Portia: Thank you. I didn’t get arrested. I got a lead. A lead that can exonerate me and incriminate esmé. Mom, you understand, right?

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I don’t kn ow whyyover wanted is what’s best for you, and once in the bluest of moons, we might actually agree on what that is. I appreciate your concerns, both yours and grandmother’S. I admit, esmé can be polarizing. [ Laughs ] I see a career in diplomacy in your future. Uncle, the bottom line is that I need her. [ Sighs ] Spencer. This is a girl who fabricated a pregnancy scare to keep you trapped in the relationship. What’s more, she got caught. Esmé says that she genuinely believed that pregnancy was a possibility. And you believe her? Uncle victor, I know esmé better than anyone, and I can only hope that very soon, everyone else sees esmé for the person that she truly is. [ Scoffs ] Well, amen to that. Look, far be it for me to stand in the way of true love. But please promise me, spencer, that from now on, you’ll take precautions. Last thing anyone needs is for your girlfriend to find herself actually in the family way. I’ve learned my lesson, and there is only one way that esmé’s family is growing, and that’s when I locate her birth parents. What’s this, now? Oh, is this that mysterious mission of yours? Locating them would be the most priceless of gifts. And what’s more, I know that esmé would give absolutely anything to know who they are.

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If you’re going to use the exaggeration technique, you’re better off using it on someone who doesn’t know what you’re up to. But since I am, as you put it, the world’s foremost expert on my brother, you’re really better off finding a different case to study. It’s too late. I’ve already selected my topic, and the deadline is next week, and I really only have one question. Just one? Well, it’s the only thing I couldn’t find in the rather extensive material I found. What is it? Would you describe ryan’s attachment style as avoidant or anxious? Neither. He’s a psychopath. I know his clinical diagnosis, but surely you can’t tell me that ryan never formed a sincere attachment as an adult. To whom? Well, what about you? I mean, you’re his twin. You literally have the same dna. And I’ve read that identical twins have an almost magical bond. Magical? Like when he drugged me and held me in a mental institution for months? In all fairness, kevin, weren’t you doing the same thing to him? Esmé. [ Scoffs ] If you can’t appreciate the difference between keeping a psychopathic killer under lock and key for the sake of public safety, and him falsely imprisoning me in order to take over my life and go on a killing spree, then maybe psychology isn’t for you. Now, I really, really am out of time. I have to get to dinner. Wait, dr. Collins, please. Has ryan ever formed a sincere attachment with another human being? And if he hasn’t, is his detachment hereditary? Do you want to know thisbecause of your case study or for some other reason? Very perceptive, dr. Collins. You got me.

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When I saw ryan chamberlain at general hospital today, it brought up a lot of old emotions. All the more reason to avoid him. You know what he did to me, what he did to us. What he still could do. Ryan’s days of abductions and druggings and murders, they are over. Felicia, he can still communicate. One blink at a time. And yet, he has conversations. I’m not saying that he’s completely helpless, but this is as close as it gets. I really needed to tell him that he lost, I won. Listen, we were just talking about all the many, many, many blessings we have. Was seeing ryan worth the risk? I spent decades haunted by how he sees me, his obsession, and today I got to tell him how I see him — as an impotent maniac who deserves to be forgotten and will be. Damn. It was liberating, mac, so please don’t begrudge me that. From now on, there’s nothing ryan chamberlain can do to me.

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Do you want to skip the second feature? Is that an indecent proposal? Indeed. Say the word, darling. I will do anything you want. Anything?

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have you suspected victor of luke spencer’s murder? Come to think of it, you’re the mayor. If you’re so convinced that victor has people killed for a hobby, why is he buzzing around port charles with total impunity? Because the wsb have determined that somebody else was responsible for the cable car crash that killed luke. And you’re not buying it? No. Not for a second. They took jennifer smith into custody. Jennifer smith was crazy about luke. I mean, really, really crazy. She would never kill him. She might kidnap him, hold him at gunpoint, force him to marry her, but never kill him. Comforting to know her lunacy had limits. This one reeks of victor cassadine, and I’m gonna prove it. How? I’m working on it. For god’s sake, be careful. I waited my whole life to find out I have a sister. I don’t like the idea of losing you now. I’m not going anywhere, but victor cassadine is, if I have anything to say about it. You seem fairly certain of that. Oh, yeah. I’ve been meeting with some people in D.C., And, uh, I think I can have victor cassadine deported.

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Finding esmé’s birth parents is going to be quite an undertaking. I just hope she’s worthy of all that effort. Most of those esmé’s issues stem from her sense of abandonment. I’m hoping that her biological parents, when discovered, will provide her with the support that she has been lacking ever since her parents, well, gave her up. [ Sighs ] Just be careful, spencer. Distracting esmé with total strangers she just happens to be related to could backfire. What if they’re dead or neglectful? I’ll certainly vet them before making any introductions. Does esmé want to find them? I mean, if so, why hasn’t she been looking for them herself? She has. But she doesn’t have the cassadine money or connections. [ Scoffs ] Who does, really? No one is in a better position to give esmé exactly what she wants than I am. Except maybe… you, uncle victor.

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I never knew my biological parents. Now all of my studies have me wondering what kind of psychological behaviors I may have inherited. And you’re wondering if examining ryan’s interpersonal relationships might shed some light on your own? Isn’t that why we study psychology? To better understand ourselves? My relationship with spence has been a rollercoaster. I have no friends, and I have managed to offend most of the town, you and mayor collins included. So I am asking not as a student or as a patient necessarily, but… just as someone you’ve gotten to know. Dr. Collins, what is wrong with me? Well, I can tell you what isn’t wrong with you. You’re not a narcissistic sociopath like my brother. But before he was incarcerated, ryan must have had a social life. Oh, of course he did. When he isn’t manipulating people or using them as chess pieces or toys, it’s almost as if he doesn’t exist to himself. He needs people’s admiration, adoration, and ultimately, their terror. That’s how he validates himself. Wow. Tell me what you really think of your brother. Ryan can make people believe anything he needs them to believe. It’s one of the reasons I barred you. Even locked in, he is the most dangerous person you will ever meet. Now, I really have to go. I’m very late.

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Mom, I know it was a risk, but it paid off. Nobody is saying it isn’t a good lead. But two women underage at a biker bar? Trina, you should have come to us. Or the police. But… she did find a lead that none of us have been able to find. So the truth is, honestly, I’m not disappointed in you. Not at all. You mean it, mom? Absolutely. I’m disappointed! Proud, yes. Amazed, absolutely. But I’m disappointed. Marcus, our daughter is fighting for her life. We haven’t been able to help her so far, and trina found a way to help herself, so I think that we should be proud of her.

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ed me to death, but I’m always gonna be proud of you. Thanks, dad. [ Portia laughing ] Just don’t do it again. Okay. So you’ve had a big day, huh?

[ Laughing ] Yeah. Is anybody hungry? Starving. Why don’t I order pizza and then maybe I’ll make some snacks or something until it gets here, and then you can tell us everything that you and joss found out about tonight. And I’ll help you. Okay. Come on. Well, tonight had to be terrifying. I didn’t want to say anything to make them worry even more, but they have a point. Tonight could have gone seriously south. Could have. But it didn’T. Do you think it was the wrong move? I think your parents have spoken, and it’s not my place to offer an opinion. But you have one. Yeah, I do. Trina, what you did… is exactly what I would have done in your position. Thanks. Of course, you are a very tall man, and I’m not. But see, that’s what makes what you did even braver, but I knew that about you when we met. Trina robinson, you’ve got guts.

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It’s called moral turpitude. It’s a catch-all for foreign nationals who really shouldn’t be living in the united states. And victor cassadine meets the definition. But all that’s gonna do is get him out of the country. It doesn’t prove that he murdered luke. Baby steps. It gets him out of nikolas and spencer’s orbit and this mysterious project that he keeps alluding to — it should make it that much more difficult to complete that from a distance. I recognize that look. What’s she determined to do now? Ah. I told you, sweetheart. I’m this close to getting the megalomaniac. Ah. Apparently, the sooner the better. Sorry I’m late. Oh, no problem. Sorry to interrupt. Laura, I was hoping you and felicia could have a little chat. Oh, by all means. Here, here, here. Take my seat. If you’ll forgive me for one minute. Do you handle divorces? I do. Hurry back. Oh, so are you causing trouble again? No, um… mnh-mnh. [ Clears throat ] Uh, maybe yeah. A little. Felicia confronted ryan chamberlain at the hospital today. And lived to tell the tale. Felicia, what possessed you to confront my brother? I needed to face him and prove to myself and to him that he no longer occupies any more emotional real estate. Isn’t it important enough that you know that? Felicia, ryan will either not care, not believe, or just get pissed off. Kevin, back me up here. You’re not wrong. Maybe so, but I get it. I mean, confronting ryan was not about ryan. It was about you. Exactly. Seems like looking ryan in the eye and saying your piece was cathartic. Yes, it was. He is still a monster. Agreed. But he can’t hurt anyone in his condition. At least, not physically. So you agree with me? As long as he can communicate, he’s still a threat. One letter at a time. Wait. Did ryan communicate back to you? I have to say, his aide was very good at conveying his thoughts. Uh, I didn’t realize spring ridge had replaced harmony. I’ll be sure to have a word with ryan’s new minder as soon as I can. Yeah, I think that’s a good idea. From the vibe I was getting, this esmé person could use all the guidance she can get.

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Before, you asked if there’s anything you can do to help. I did. Well, then. Can you please help me find esmé’s birth parents? Can I? Of course I can. Should I? Newly-discovered blood ties can upend lives, spencer. Familial reunions are not always joyous. But it worked out for you and valentin, didn’t it? Look, uncle victor, I realize that I’m not in a position to make any asks of you, especially not after everything that you’ve done for me. But you have no idea how much this means to me. Alright. Anything for you, my boy. I’ll reach out to my contacts, see if they can uncover esmé’s origins. You’re a lifesaver.

[ Knock on door ] I’d really rather not get esmé’s hopes up, so if we could just keep this between you and I. Hi. Hello, victor. How wonderful to see you. Esmé, always a pleasure. Spencer. So, all finished with your errands? Mm-hmm. You? Yeah. Yeah. Officially unemployed. At long last. Let’s go home.

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The young woman you saw with ryan, her name was esmé? Felicia: Mm-hmm. And she told me her last name too, proudly, I might add. What was it? Um.. was it prince? Yeah, that’s it. You know her? Do we ever. Esmé prince is practically famous. Her name comes up at the precinct. Who — who is she? She is spencer’s overly entitled girlfriend. I swear, that girl is allergic to the word no. I think it’s more than that. What? W-what am I missing? I’m sorry. I’m gonna have to take a rain check on tonight’s nightcap. I think there’s one more thing I need to take care of tonight. Okay. I’ll see you at home. Alright. Good night. Sorry. What’s got kevin so upset? He has already restricted esmé’s access to ryan. She found a way around it. That can’t be good. No, it can’t be.

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Your bucket of hydrogenated butter substitute, my lady.

[ Car door closes ] Now we’re talking. I mean, not that white stilton and comice pears isn’t a treat, but this is great. Want some? No, thank you. I’m driving. Suit yourself. By the way, you had a text while you were gone. Who from? How would I know? I didn’t look. Keeping secrets from me? Onceibs-c and could treat it with linzess. That’s why some things helped, you have another woman stashed somewhere? Maybe. But the only one with a key to my heart likes classic movies and large amounts of popcorn. Oh, it’s martin grey. Therfor the both of us. Oh, right. And who did you think it was? Just one of my many agents of chaos. Anna, at the risk of seeming eager, is now a good time to ask for a second date? Um… at the risk of sounding eager, is now a good time to accept? Wow. Do you know what this popcorn and the next movie have in common? No. They were both made in 1942.

[ Laughing ]

[ Movie theme begins ] Oh, “casablanca.” Oh, my gosh. What a great double feature. Here’s lookin’ at you, kid.

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Well, dr. Collins, you seem fit to be tied. I trust my nephew isn’t responsible? No. This time, spencer only has the company he keeps to blame. I just have to grab my stuff from the back, kill the lights, and then we are out of here for good. [ Laughing ] Take your time.

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Someone at highsider can probably I.D. this guy. Rory said that he would look into it, but I don’t want to get him in trouble. Your cop friend offered to help? Mm-hmm. A young man of principles and integrity. That’s a lovely change of pace. We get it, mom. You hate spencer. Hate? Honey, that’s such a strong word. I don’t hear nobody denying it. Thank you, marcus. Anyway, at this point, I don’t think there’s much joss and I can do on our own. Nor should you. Look, I admire how proactive you’ve been. I really, really do, but you and joss were so very lucky to get out of that situation unharmed. I mean, I think you did the right thing by passing the baton. Let the trained professionals handle it from here. Mm-hmm. Someone recognized us from the news, and now the bartender knows that I’m the daughter of an ex-cop. He probably won’t answer questions. Have you forgotten that you have a former police officer and a pi at your disposal? Portia: Mm-hmm. And he may be in the wind, but not for long.

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Kevin, what a surprise. I’m afraid, uh, kelly’s is closed. Well then, it’s good I’m not here for a blt. You lied to me. I don’t know what you mean. When you told me you were steering clear of my brother. I said I respected your professional opinion. That’s a distinction without a difference. I don’t know what you’re playing at, esmé, but I warned you to stay away from him. Shouldn’t it be ryan’s choice who sees him and when? No. He’s a homicidal psychopath. Again, that is your opinion. No, that’s a fact. Just like the fact that you no longer work at spring ridge. What? For your own safety, I’ve ended your internship and had you barred from the facility. Y-you can’t do that! I can and I did. From now on, you’ll never see my brother again.

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Well, we’ve lost two, but we can still buy you a drink. And I would love that.

[ Cellphone rings ] Oh. Hang on. Oh, I should probably take this. Excuse me. Hi, alexis.

Laura. I’m glad i caught you. Why? Something wrong? I’m afraid so. And I’m sorry, I would have reached out to you sooner, but this just landed on my desk. What’s going on? Something catastrophic is gonna happen tomorrow. There doesn’t seem to be anything I can do to stop it.

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