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GH Short Recap Tuesday, April 5, 2022

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Esme takes the pregnancy test and finds out she isn’t pregnant.

Nicolas and Spencer tell Esme she can stay at Wyndamere because they know she still doesn’t feel safe.

Ava discusses divorcing Nikolas with Scott but he advises her to go home and fight for her marriage.

The Deception IPO launch party is a success although Lucy, Maxie, Sasha, and Brooke Lynn are not happy that Selina Wu is an investor in the company. The ladies, agree that since the company is now public anyone can invest in even alleged lady gangsters. Salina continues to pressure Curtis to let her have poker games in the back room of the Savoy and he continues to refuse her offer.

Brook Lynn and Austin agree to put their differences aside for Maxie’s sake.

Sasha takes another pill before she gets on stage to welcome everyone to the party.

Sonny tells Spencer that Esme is only using him and he should think very seriously about things before he makes a mistake.

Elizabeth has a dream of a shadowy figure who tells her “don’t forget me” and when she awakens she sees the words “don’t forget me” painted on a canvas and when she touches the canvas the paint is still fresh. Dante advises Elizabeth to find another place for her and the boys to stay. Elizabeth decides to send the boys to stay with Laura while she stays at home alone. Aiden tells Jake that Franco may be haunting the house.

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GH Update Monday, April 4, 2022

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Spencer and Nikolas discuss the fact that Spencer’s room has been perfectly recreated, just like it used to be.  Nikolas tells Spencer that the reason it looks like it used to is that he never had his belongings put into storage.  He always held out hope that Nikolas would come home.  Nikolas explains to Spencer that a father never gives up on his child.

Ava comes home and when she enters Wyndemere she calls out for Nikolas.  She is shocked when Esme answers from the living room.  Ava tells Esme to get out before she throws her out. Esme flashes her a smug grin and tells her she might want to run that by her husband because Nikolas invited her and Spencer to stay. Ava refuses to believe it. Esme informs her that she might be a step-grandmother soon. Ava screams for Nikolas. He and Spencer arrive downstairs. Nikolas asks to speak to Ava in private. Once the doors are closed, the fighting begins.

Ava tells Nikolas she hopes he’s not falling for Esme’s act. He tells her Sonny has already grabbed her off the street. Ava admits that she urged Sonny to take care of Esme. Nikolas keeps going back to the subject of Esme’s potential pregnancy.  Ava doesn’t care, she tells Nikolas that Esme must go. Nikolas tells Ava that he has made his decision. Ava thinks that if Esme isn’t pregnant, they should let Sonny deal with her.  Ava gives Nikolas an ultimatum, either Esme goes or she does.  She is shocked when Nikolas still sides with Esme.  Ava storms out.

Laura visits with Elizabeth and the two of them speak about her parents going behind her back to speak with Jake.  She asks Laura if she is just overreacting. Laura tells her that is for her to decide.  The two also discuss the incidents that have recently happened to Elizabeth and she tells Laura that she has ruled out another suspect.  Laura asks who and Elizabeth says Jake.  Laura is shocked that Elizabeth would even consider Jake.  But, Elizabeth explains how Franco’s death has greatly affected Jake because the two were so close.  Laura leaves Elizabeth and Elizabeth turns out the lights and starts upstairs when she hears a strange noise and a man comes around the corner and says, “Don’t Forget Me.”  Elizabeth awakes suddenly, it was all a nightmare.  But when she looks at her drafting table, she finds a painting with “Don’t Forget Me” written across it.

At the Metro Court, Amy is thrilled by Brook Lynn’s song and grateful she is using local talent. Chase arrives with Violet and stares over at them. Brook Lynn tries to leave but Violet corners her and asks about Bailey. Maxie calls Violet over to look at pictures of Bailey on the phone.

Amy suggests that Chase sing the song with her. Brook Lynn insists he doesn’t want to be involved. Chase and Brook Lynn cross the room. They go over why he already refused to sing. He’s still worried about what it would do to his image. Gregory arrives and his son introduces him to Brook Lynn. Gregory already knows who she is. They rehash her role in Chase being suspended until Violet runs over to him. He leaves to get their table. Chase apologizes for her father’s rude behavior and tells her that his suspension was not her fault.

Finn arrives and Chase joins the family at a table.

When Gregory and Chase are left alone, Chase grills him about being rude to Brook Lynn. He stands up for her, what she did, and the sacrifices she made. Gregory asks if Chase has feelings for her.

Gregory crosses the room and apologizes to Brook Lynn for being rude. She’s sure he was just looking out for his son. He’s looking forward to getting to know her better. She and Chase exchange a glance from across the room.

In Terry’s office at General Hospital, Britt asks her to go into Brad’s interview with an open mind.  During his interview, Terry tells Brad she wouldn’t be comfortable allowing him to work in any other role but orderly, but allows him the chance to make his case. Brad does a better job selling his qualifications to Terry than she had anticipated and she tells him that she will have to talk to Lucas first and will then let Brad know her final decision. Once Brad leaves, Amy spots him and starts yelling for security. She is convinced that Brad was trying to steal files from Terry’s office. Terry arrives and calms Amy and tells her that the hiring of hospital personnel is her job, and Amy’s feelings about a particular candidate will be irrelevant when she makes her decision.

Selina’s associate Li arrives and instructs Britt that she needs to come with him.  Britt tells Brad that this is the night she is scheduled to meet with Selina. She assures Brad she will be fine.

Britt meets Selina at The Grill. She’s bought out the entire restaurant so they can speak privately. Britt thinks this is a bit much for a friendly dinner. “We are not friends,” Selina reminds her. Britt tells her that Brad really wants to start a new life at the hospital. Selina doesn’t think much of him doing menial labor rather than working for her. She knows Brad listens to Britt so she blackmails her, telling her she knows that Britt and Faison were working on in 2016. She’s sure it’s something the WSB would be happy to hear about. Britt accuses her of bluffing but Selina says she has proof. In exchange for her silence, Selina says Britt must get Brad to submit to her will.

Esme gloats to Spencer about getting between his father and Ava. He’s more concerned about her taking the pregnancy test. She tries delaying and worries Sonny could come after her again if she’s not pregnant. If it’s negative, she will be all alone. Spencer promises that she can stay at Wyndemere no matter what the test says. After she goes in and out of the bathroom, he insists they wait for the results together. Once the clock runs down, they check the results.

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GH Update Friday, April 1, 2022

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Sonny receives Brick in his office. Brick asks how he can help him. Sonny tells him there has been a void in his life he’s been trying to fill since Jason died. Sonny can’t run the business alone. Brick accepts the job. Sonny explains another matter he needs his help with and brings up the tape of Joss and Cam. Brick knows about it and calls it disgusting. Sonny has a lead on who made it, but no proof. It is Sonny’s hope they can get justice for Cam and Joss while getting Esme out of Spencer’s life for good.

In Alexis’ office, she’s shocked when Brendan, Neil’s brother appears at her door. She remembers him all too well and asks what he wants. He explains he was in pain when he lashed out at her at his brother’s funeral, and he apologizes. He explains he’s run into some bad luck lately, a failed marriage and business, and it has made him a more humble person. Alexis has a feeling he is lying and is proven correct when she gets him to reveal his real self again.  He again blames Alexis for Neil’s death. Brendan reminds Alexis how expensive funerals are and insists she pay up for the part she played in Neil’s death. Alexis tells Brendan she doesn’t believe Neil’s death was an accident, and she won’t be antagonized by his loser brother.

At Charlie’s, Nina asks Harmony how things went with Michael and Willow. She tells Nina that Willow doesn’t feel it’s in Wiley’s best interest to have contact with her. Nina says if they want a fight then she’ll give them one. Harmony says if she gives it time, Willow may come around. Nina doubts it because Willow is incapable of standing up to Michael or Carly. Angry, Harmony snaps, “Willow is just as strong as her mother!” Nina says she’s not, and Willow would be lucky to have one drop of Harmony’s courage. Harmony claims she has an appointment she forgot about and rushes out.

Harmony arrives at Alexis’ office, sees Brendan, and assumes Alexis is busy. Alexis says she’s not and introduces Brendan to Harmony. Brendan thinks he recognizes Harmony, but she’s never met him and assumes he knows her name from the Dawn of Day scandal. Alexis fills Harmony in on the visit, and that Brendan is in financial trouble and thinks she owes him. Alexis admits he brought up Neil’s death again and made more ridiculous demands about her owing him. Alexis turns out the lights and they go to head home, when she remembers she left her phone behind. Alexis goes back into her dark office, Harmony, looking slightly crazed, follows Alexis into her dark office, unbeknownst to her.

Brendan returns to his motel room and looks through a briefcase of Neil’s belongings. He finds a thick file on Harmony Miller. 

Nikolas brings Esme and Spencer home to Wyndemere. Spencer wonders when his father will bring Ava up to speed. Nikolas explains that Ava is at Trina’s hearing. Esme says that she can’t believe Spencer isn’t there. Nikolas tries to change the subject, but Spencer says it’s useless as Esme’s obsessed with Trina. Esme storms off to take her bag to her room.

Nikolas asks Spencer to take it easy on her, but Spencer says Esme pushes his buttons. He also asks if there is a bomb shelter on the island, as he’d like to be in it when he tells Ava that he and Esme have taken up residence at Wyndemere again. Spencer warns that having Ava under the same roof with Esme right now is a recipe for disaster. Nikolas thinks the situation will be fine if they can just confirm that Esme is in fact pregnant.

In court, Trina pleads not guilty. The judge releases Trina without bond, and Trina is released, pending her trial date. Portia, Curtis and Ava all rush to hug Trina and tell her how proud they are of her. Joss and Cam follow and tell Trina that she has their full support.

Portia and Curtis bring Trina to their new home. Trina thanks them for their support, and Curtis offers his PI skills to help prove Esme’s guilt. Trina expresses her concern that she’ll be found guilty, but Portia tells her that won’t happen. Trina heads to take a bath, and Portia breaks down. She worries Trina could be right.

Back at Wyndemere, Esme tells Spencer that she just read that Trina pled not guilty. Spencer asks Esme why she hasn’t taken the pregnancy test. Esme makes more ridiculous excuses about how she is “scared” to take the test. Esme immediately starts manipulating Spencer again by telling him that having her at Wyndemere will be to his advantage because it will drive Nikolas and Ava apart again.

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GH Transcript Friday, April 1, 2022

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Sonny: Good to see you, Brick.

Brick: Good to see you. How you doing, man?

Sonny: How’d you get here so fast from L.A.?

Brick: Ah. I know a guy who knows a guy who’s got a jet fueled and ready at LAX. When you call, I’m here. How you doing, man? How can I help you?

Sonny: There’s, uh — there’s been a void in my life too long that I’ve been trying to fill, but…

Brick: Someone used to fill that void.

Sonny: Yeah. Jason.

Man: Been a long time, Ms. Davis.

Alexis: It’s you.

Man: You remember.

Alexis: Oh, I never forget a face. Especially when it belongs to the man who blamed me for his brother’s death.

Harmony: [ Sighs ]

Nina: Hey. Hi. So, how did it go with Michael and Willow? You saw them, right?

Harmony: Yeah. Yeah, I did.

Nina: A-and? Did — did you tell them that it’s in Wiley’s best interests to let him visit with me?

Harmony: I said all that and more.

Nina: Great. And…?

Harmony: [ Sighs ]

Nina: Come on, Harmony. Don’t leave me in suspense. What did Michael and Willow say?

Harmony: Not what you wanted to hear.

Nikolas: [ Sighs ] There’s nothing to be afraid of. You’re safe.

Esme: This place is extraordinary. I mean, even the name sounds grand. Wyndemere.

Spencer: It’s not like you haven’t been here before.

Esme: Not for months. It’s good to be back.

Nikolas: Well, most importantly, you’re safe from Sonny and his goons here.

Spencer: And what about the lady of the house? When are you gonna loop Ava in?

[ Door closes ]

Judge Young: Ms. Robinson, there are two counts against you. How do you plead? Ms. Robinson?

Scott: Your honor —

Trina: I-I got this. Your honor… I plead not guilty.

Brick: The sun’s going down. Perfect time to raise a glass to our gone but never forgotten friend. Yeah. What happened to the bar? No single malt, aged 12 years in a sherry cask?

Sonny: Ah, I’m taking a break from the hard stuff. But the bar’s loaded, if you want to go and help yourself.

Brick: Wither thou goest, I will go.

Sonny: [ Laughs ] I was hoping you’d say that.

[ Both chuckle ]

Brick: So, how can I help you fill that void? You up for an adventure? San Juan, Hong Kong? Marrakesh?

Sonny: No, not adventure. Monica has declared Jason legally dead, so we’re all gonna be going to the memorial service.

Brick: May he rest in peace.

Sonny: Maybe Jason can, but I can’t. You remember… uh, Selina Wu?

Brick: I do.

Sonny: Right.

Brick: Formidable lady. She causing you trouble?

Sonny: She’s been giving me advice. Um, I’ve heard it many times.

Brick: What advice is this, exactly?

Sonny: I can’t run the business alone anymore, Brick. I need somebody else to step up and fill that hole that Jason left behind.

Brick: I accept.

Alexis: Brendan, isn’t it?

Brendan: It is.

Alexis: Last time we saw each other was at Neil’s funeral. Not a very pleasant occasion, for many reasons.

Brendan: This is a celebration of Neil’s life. You stripped him of everything he considered worth living for. I do not want this service tainted with your presence. You’re not welcome.

Alexis: You made your feelings crystal clear. And if it’s any consolation, that moment was devastating to me and sent me into my own personal hell.

Brendan: I heard you lost your law license, hit the booze pretty hard, and didn’t stop until you attacked a cop and went to prison.

Alexis: Mm. Very flattered that you’ve kept up with my life. What do you want?

Nina: Listen, Willow just told you what she thought Michael wanted to hear. You know what you need to do? Get her alone.

Harmony: [ Sighs ]

Nina: She’ll change her mind and let me see Wiley.

Harmony: No, I’m sorry, Nina. Willow does not think it’s in Wiley’s best interest to have contact with you.

Nina: So Michael and Willow want a fight, do they? They’ll get a fight. Especially after my run-in with Carly earlier.

Harmony: What happened?

Nina: Well, I foolishly tried to talk to Carly about reaching a compromise with Wiley, but she wasn’t having it.

Harmony: Is she not just going through a rough patch, right? She got divorced from Sonny.

Nina: Carly filed for that divorce. She pushed it through basically overnight. She threw away Sonny with both hands.

Harmony: Just give her some time. Let, you know, Carly lick her wounds, give her time to heal.

Nina: If that ever happens. And then what, Harmony? Wiley will be in college, asking, “who’s Nina?” And he’ll never know who his birth mother is. If only I knew that Nelle was my daughter before she died. I could have saved her from herself. [ Voice breaking ] I know I could’ve. And I wouldn’t have to be begging for a chance to get to know my grandson or for him to know me.

Nikolas: I’ll wait to tell Ava when she gets home. Right now, she’s at your friend Trina’s hearing.

Spencer: Right. That was today.

Esme: Do you wish you were there?

[ Liquid pouring ]

Spencer: I’m the last person that Trina wants to see.

Esme: I didn’t ask what Trina wants.

Nikolas: Esme, do you want to drop your bags off in your bedroom? It’s the same one you were in last time you were here.

Spencer: Father, you can’t stop Esme from bringing up Trina. She’s obsessed.

Esme: Don’t I have reason to be? I mean, it doesn’t matter that there’s evidence that Trina posted that video of Joss and Cam. Sonny corinthos still believes it was me.

Nikolas: Which is why you’re at Wyndemere. It’s Spencer’s home. And it’s safe.

Esme: Is any place really safe from Sonny Corinthos?

Spencer: Uncle Sonny will do anything and everything to protect his family.

Esme: Protect them from me, you mean.

Spencer: I didn’t say that.

Esme: Oh, I didn’t have to. I’ll take my bags up.

Nikolas: Why are you treating Esme this way when you invited her to stay here?

Spencer: I’m sorry, father, but she really pushes my buttons. The way that I’ve been known to push other people’s. By the way, is there a bomb shelter on the island?

Nikolas: Why?

Spencer: Because I’d like to be inside it when you tell Ava that Esme and I have moved in.

Scott: Stick with me, kid. They’ll be sorry they tried to railroad you.

ADA Arden: Your honor, this was a premeditated act that required a significant amount of planning. The defendant specifically targeted her friends with the intent to cause harm. The state asks that bail be set at $250,000.

Scott: Your honor, my client is a freshman in college. She’s not Lizzie Borden. She has ties to the community. She is innocent until proven guilty. She should be released without bond.

ADA Arden: If the defendant is released without posting significant bail and has access to a computer, she has the capacity to do significant harm. Who knows who else she’s taped?

Scott: You know, why don’t you save that for your closing statement, if you can get that far?

Judge Young: That will be enough, Mr. Baldwin. Ms. Arden, there is no indication that the defendant poses a threat to the community. Therefore, the defendant is released without bond.

[ Gavel bangs ]

Judge Young: Ms. Robinson, you’re free to go, pending a trial date to be determined.

Bailiff: Court is adjourned.

Portia: Oh, honey, I have never been prouder of you.

Trina: Thanks.

Portia: Good job. Oh!

Curtis: Trina, you were great. You did great.

Ava: May I?

Trina: Thank you so much for coming.

Ava: Oh, Trina, I’m just so proud of you for proclaiming your innocence.

Portia: And now we prove it, whatever it takes.

Trina: You too, Webber.

Cameron: [ Chuckles ]

Brendan: I was in pain, and I wasn’t ready to face my brother’s failings. So I lashed out at you, blamed you for his death.

Alexis: Is that an apology?

Brendan: It is.

Alexis: I wish that I knew about Neil’s addiction. I maybe could have helped. But he hid it from me, so I had no clue.

Brendan: Well, you’ve suffered enough. But look at you now — brand-new career, off the booze, respected, productive member of your community.

Alexis: Well, thank you for the compliment. You were really hostile to me at Neil’s funeral. So what is it with the sudden attitude adjustment?

Brendan: Oh, I’ve had some bad luck myself. Failed marriage, failed business. It’s taught me humility.

Alexis: And the need to make amends?

Brendan: Well, as two people who loved Neil, I hoped we could come to an understanding.

Harmony: I’m sorry, Nina, that nothing can bring back Wiley’s birth mother. But you have to know that Willow loves that little boy like he’s her own flesh and blood. And if you give it some time, maybe she can convince Michael to let you see your grandson.

Nina: How much time? This is the same woman that you told me who doesn’t think that I’m good for Wiley. I remember when she was “Ms. Tait,” and she taught my former stepdaughter Charlotte. I didn’t like her then. I should have trusted my instincts.

Harmony: Willow is highly principled.

Nina: Oh, please. I mean, she tells me that she’s going to help me. And then the next moment, she pulls a 180 and then sides with Michael. She doesn’t have a backbone. She only pretends that she’s compassionate. That “weeping Willow” is no oak.

Harmony: Just because she’s gentle doesn’t mean she’s weak.

Nina: I’m so sorry. I know that she’s your daughter. I’m just frustrated.

Nina: I mean, look how she has treated you, right? She’s barely spoken to you since you got out of prison.

Harmony: Things are much better between us now.

Nina: Oh, until Michael shuts her down. And then what’s gonna happen? She is incapable of standing up to the man or Carly. I’d be better off to ask a stranger for help.

Harmony: Willow is no stranger! And she’s just as strong as her mother!

Nina: No, no, no, no. No, she’s never gonna be as strong as you, Harmony. You’ve overcome a lot, and you turned your life around. Willow would be lucky to have even one drop of your courage.

Harmony: [ Voice breaking ] I’m sorry. I forgot I have an appointment. I have to go.

Sonny: Was that a serious offer? ‘Cause I could use your areas of expertise.

Brick: Oh, I can definitely help with the logistics, business support, definitely cybersecurity. But you’ll need to bring in somebody else as a facilitator.

Sonny: I trust you with my life.

Brick: Trust goes both ways. You know that.

Sonny: So, Jason used to do the day-to-day.

Brick: Mm-hmm.

Sonny: But since he passed, I got to deal with the other families and try to figure out who targeted my stepdaughter.

Brick: You mean the tape of her and her boyfriend?

Sonny: You saw the tape?

Brick: Hell, no. But I saw people seeing it. And I got to tell you, it took every bit of self-control I could muster for me not to take every one of them out. Please tell me you found out who did this.

Sonny: I know who’s responsible. I don’t have proof yet.

Brick: [ Sighs ]

Sonny: But I put them on notice.

Ava: Well, congratulations. You’ve got one courageous client.

Scott: Yeah, tell me about it, but she’s got a big fight ahead. Oh, hey, counselor, get used to the judge seeing things my way.

ADA Arden: Cybercrimes are insidious. The law’s still catching up. The fact is, whatever goes on the internet lives there forever. And your client taped her friends without their knowledge and put it up for the whole world to see.

Scott: Hey, Molly, tell your boss here —

Molly: You can address me as ADA Lansing-Davis.

Scott: Ohh, brother, okay. But y-you don’t really believe that Trina did it.

Molly: I believe that DA Scorpio offered a generous plea bargain. And it was your obligation, as Trina’s attorney, to advise her to take it.

ADA Arden: My associate’s right. You should have taken the deal. But you didn’t, so we’re going to trial. I’m gonna take a stand for everyone who’s ever had an intimate picture or video weaponized against them. Your client may have thought it was no big deal, but she was mistaken. And she’ll go to prison for the full term.

Trina: Thank you for being here, for standing by me.

Josslyn: That’s what friends do.

Trina: You took back the narrative when you told your story to the invader. Your courage made me realize that I don’t need to give in to cyberbullies, to Esme. The world needs to know I’m not the one who hurt you.

Scott: Okay, so, listen, we got to talk strategy.

Portia: Now? I-I mean, is that really necessary? Trina’s already been through so much today.

Scott: That ADA is out for blood.

Curtis: The judge hasn’t even set a trial date yet.

Trina: Honestly, I just want to take a long, hot bath.

Scott: Okay. You can do that. Tomorrow, we got a lot of work to do.

Trina: Thanks.

Curtis: Okay, I noticed that there were reporters outside in the corridor, and they’re gonna want a statement, which I don’t think any of us should be making.

Ava: Oh, I know my way around this courthouse. We can exit this way.

Portia: [ Chuckles ] Let’s go home.

Trina: [ Chuckles ]

Portia: Bye.

Cameron: Joss?

Josslyn: If this were my mom, she would walk out of this courtroom with her head held high.

Cameron: But you’re not your mom, okay? You have nothing to prove.

Josslyn: Yeah, only to myself.

Smoltz: Hey, hold up. Hold up.

Cameron: No, you’re too late. Trina went out the back.

Smoltz: Oh, it’s not Trina Robinson I want, Mr. Webber. It’s you and your girlfriend.

Josslyn: [ Scoffs ] We already told our story to the invader. Read it yourself, if you can afford the paywall.

Smoltz: I did read it.

Cameron: Well, if you did read it, then you would know we have nothing else to say.

Smoltz: I know Alexis Davis stole my scoop and cut me out of the story.

Cameron: Oh, boo-hoo. Life’s unfair.

Smoltz: What — well, what about your friend Trina, huh? Your story did some good. But what about your friend?

Josslyn: What about Trina?

Smoltz: Did she do it? Did she film you two and then post it?

Josslyn: [ Scoffs ]

Cameron: Hell, no.

Smoltz: How can you be so sure? Do you know who’s responsible? Oh, you do know. You just can’t prove it.

Josslyn: What do you want, Mr. Smoltz?

Smoltz: An exclusive. Tell me everything you know, stuff you didn’t say in the interview. And I’ll help you get the goods on whoever set up your friend. Sound good?

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Ava: You! Get the hell away from them!

Portia: Welcome home. [ Chuckles ]

[ Door closes ]

Portia: So, tell me. What do you think?

Trina: I mean, I liked it when it belonged to Joss’s dad. I like it even better now that it’s yours.

[ Both laugh ]

Trina: A safe harbor.

Curtis: Good memories?

Trina: Yeah. I mean, six months ago, our biggest problem was opening a jar of Sonny’s marinara sauce. [ Sighs ] Now everything’s changed.

Curtis: Well, now, you heard what the lawyer said. We’re gonna fight this.

Portia: We’re gonna fight this, and we’re gonna win.

Trina: I told Joss and Cam that their courage gave me courage. But your support helped me out a lot, too.

Curtis: Well, um, we can do a lot more than offer moral support. I could, um, find evidence to exonerate you. I haven’t forgotten how to find clues in dumpsters and garbage cans.

Portia: [ Chuckles ] Let’s just hope that it doesn’t come to that.

Trina: Yeah. I hate to admit it, but Spencer’s right. On one hand, there are tons of people who believe in me.

Curtis: And, uh — and on the other hand?

Trina: There’s evidence that proves I did it. Esme made sure of that.

Nikolas: Ava’s well aware of Sonny’s methods when he feels someone has crossed him or his family. She’ll understand the need to protect Esme.

Spencer: But will she understand why I’m sitting across from her at breakfast? [ Sniffles ]

Nikolas: Yeah. This isn’t a permanent arrangement. You know, if Trina is found guilty, even Sonny will have to accept the verdict and back off.

Spencer: Even if Uncle Sonny does, I don’t think that Ava will, because Ava loves Trina like a daughter, and she would happily throw Esme to the wolves if it means that Trina goes free.

Nikolas: And if Esme is carrying your child? Ava might not like it. She’ll make peace with it.

Spencer: And if Esme isn’t pregnant?

Nikolas: It’s all the more reason for you to find out.

Brick: So little Spencer has a girlfriend.

Sonny: Yeah, he’s not little anymore.

Brick: You always — you’ve always liked this kid.

Sonny: I still do, but not — not his company.

Brick: You’re convinced this Esme Prince is behind the video. Are you sure Spencer didn’t help her?

Sonny: Well, you know, Spencer’s done some terrible things, but he’s known Josslyn since they were in kindergarten.

Brick: Yeah.

Sonny: And, uh, Cameron I-is… part of his extended family, I think his — I think his hands are clean.

Brick: So the girlfriend is operating behind his back.

Sonny: Yeah. If we can prove that Trina is innocent and Esme is — is guilty, it won’t be just justice for Josslyn and Cameron. It will be a way for Spencer… to dump this girlfriend.

Brick: I know you’ve got your own people on it, but as always, if you need me…

Sonny: Yeah, I need you.

Brick: Then I’m on it. But in the meantime…

Sonny: What is on your mind?

Brick: You’re always running around here looking out for everybody else. Who’s looking out for you?

Scott: Ah, hiya, Nina. What do you want? Uh, I-I’m very busy. I got a young woman that needs my help, unlike you.

Nina: Uh, okay, whatever. Listen, I am sorry. I thought we could avoid going to court.

Scott: Oh, you thought you might get, uh, Wiley’s parents, somebody to intercede with them, like Sonny? But he threw you to the wolves, didn’t he?

Nina: No, this has nothing to do with Sonny. It’s just my go-between, she couldn’t really do anything because Willow is so besotted with Michael, she won’t stand up to him or Carly.

Scott: Well, why would she? Her mother couldn’t even stand up to a snake-oil salesman.

Nina: Okay.

Scott: Shiloh.

Nina: Alright, you’re not making this easy for me, are you? So can we just — can we sit down?

Scott: W-why should I? I mean, I kept you out of prison, and you turn your nose up to my legal expertise. So if you want my help now… I-I’m gonna have to hear you say it.

Alexis: I assume this understanding comes at a price?

Brendan: I wouldn’t put it that way.

Alexis: Oh, well, then how would you put it?

Brendan: You couldn’t have risen from the ashes, shall we say, without help. Is it wrong of me to want the same thing?

Alexis: I don’t know. It depends on what you mean by “help.” Forgiveness? Friendship?

Brendan: My brother lost his life by getting involved with a self-destructive alcoholic.

Alexis: There it is. There it is. I was wondering how long you were gonna keep up the “Mr. Nice guy” act. There’s the door. Move toward it and don’t look back.

Brendan: My brother was never a rich man, and funerals are expensive. You can deny it all you want, but you contributed to Neil’s death. You need to make things right.

Alexis: I will never stop wondering what happened to Neil, how he became an addict and how that addiction took his life. And I will tell you, I’m not at all satisfied that that’s the truth. But I will not be browbeaten into paying for his brother’s mistakes. And there’s nothing you can say that’s gonna change my mind.

Brendan: Are you sure about that?

Alexis: You need to leave.

Brendan: I’m not leaving until I get what I want.

Harmony: Oh, Alexis, am I early?

Alexis: No, actually. You’re right on time. Brendan was just leaving.

Harmony: Hey, Harmony miller.

Brendan: Brendan Byrne, Neil’s brother. Harmony miller. Why do I know that name? Have we met before?

Harmony: No, no, I don’t think so. You might have seen me on TV in, uh, connection with an organization called Dawn of Day. I was pretty notorious back then.

Brendan: Well, that must be it.

Alexis: Harmony and I were just leaving, Brendan, so if you don’t mind…

Brendan: Of course. I’ll send you my contact information. If you see an opportunity you think I might be right for, just let me know. Ms. Miller.

Harmony: What was that all about?

Alexis: [ Sighs ] I don’t know, but it was scary.

Sonny: You don’t have to worry about me. I spent all those months in Nixon Falls. If I can survive that, I can survive anything.

Brick: But you weren’t alone.

Sonny: You talking about Nina?

Brick: Uh, yeah. She must be one hell of a lady to come between you and Carly.

Sonny: You still have something for my wife?

Brick: [ Chuckles ] Don’t you mean ex-wife? I just admire your taste. But you gave up Carly. I hope this new lady’s worth it.

Scott: Thank you.

Nina: Okay. You need to hear me say it. [ Clears throat ] [ Lowered voice ] I made a mistake.

Scott: What?

Nina: [ Normal voice ] I made a mistake, okay? Alright, I shouldn’t have pinned all my hopes on Willow’s compassion.

Scott: [ Sighs ]

Nina: Do you feel better?

Scott: You know, maybe you ought to hire Martin Grey. You know, that folksy, down-home charm, I-I-it works with a few judges.

Nina: I don’t need folksy, down-home charm. I need a fighter, a killer that’ll leave his opponents bloody on the field.

Scott: Ohh. That’s me. However, I’m a little busy right now with Trina Robinson.

Nina: Scott, I need your help, and I’m willing to put you on retainer immediately.

Scott: Before I take your money, I need to know that you’re gonna fight for Wiley. No matter what, you’re gonna fight. And if that means kicking Sonny to the curb, then you’re gonna do that.

Portia: What do you think?

Trina: It’s a great room. Thank you.

Portia: I made it up just like your old room. You probably want to get rid of all of those stuffed animals. You’ve probably outgrown them.

Trina: No. No, no, never. But, I mean, I’m still looking forward to returning to my dorms whenever this nightmare ends and I prove my innocence. Then this place will be yours.

Portia: This is your home, too. You hear me? And you don’t have to be brave. We’re all in this together.

Curtis: All of us.

Portia: Come here.

Josslyn: What part of “no way” do you not understand?

Cameron: Just give it up, man.

Ava: [ Scoffs ] A “journalist” like Mr. Smoltz won’t stop until you slam the door in his face — or, better yet, on his writing hand.

Smoltz: Excuse me, Ms. Jerome, haven’t you heard of the First Amendment?

Ava: Yeah, comes right before the Second.

Smoltz: Oh, that sounds like a threat.

Ava: I was hoping it would.

Cameron: Ms. Jerome, Joss and I, we can handle this.

Josslyn: We’re not interested in boosting your career.

Cameron: In other words, get lost.

Smoltz: Fine. Your loss. And your friend Trina’s.

[ Door slams ]

Josslyn: This wasn’t your fight.

Ava: Well, no, on the contrary. Avery would never forgive me if I didn’t stand up for her sister.

Cameron: That guy had one thing right. Trina’s in deep trouble until we can prove she’s innocent.

Josslyn: And Esme’s guilty.

Esme: I just got an alert on my phone. Trina pled not guilty.

Spencer: I hope she can prove it.

Esme: Even if she tries to accuse me instead? When I might be carrying your child?

Spencer: Let’s find out. Why haven’t you taken that home pregnancy test yet?

Esme: I’m scared, okay?

Spencer: I get it, Esme. But are you scared that you’re pregnant or that you’re not?

Harmony: I assume Brendan was here talking about his brother. Is that what caused all the tension when I walked in?

Alexis: That was really weird. He shows up all sympathetic, not at all like the guy that heaped all this abuse on me at Neil’s funeral.

Harmony: Has something changed?

Alexis: Yeah, he thought this “Mr. Nice guy” act would convince me to help bail him out of his troubles. And when I refused, he went from Jekyll to Hyde. He thinks I owe him for causing Neil’s relapse that caused his death.

Harmony: Well [Sighs] It was a good thing that I walked in when I did. Just stay away from Neil’s brother. The farther the better, Alexis.

Ava: Don’t lose any sleep over Esme. The truth will come out, and Trina will be vindicated.

Cameron: You sound confident.

Josslyn: Yeah, Esme has skated so far, Ava.

Ava: I have spoken to someone who has an interest in seeing that Esme is punished for targeting the two of you.

Cameron: And who’s that?

Ava: I know it’s difficult for you to trust me. This time, you’re gonna have to. Esme is gonna get what’s coming to her.

Esme: I want you with me when I take the test. But I don’t need a test to tell me what I really want.

Spencer: Which is?

Esme: You. I want to be with you. But do you want to be with me?

Spencer: Esme —

Esme: N-no, no. Don’t answer that now. Just ask yourself this. With or without the baby, does my being here work to your advantage?

Spencer: How?

Esme: By driving a wedge between your father and Ava. I mean, isn’t that what you wanted all along?

Sonny: I’m taking it day to day, my friend.

Brick: Hm.

Sonny: Uh, as far as me and Nina, I can’t read into the future. But I will say this. [ Sighs ] That the connection we had in Nixon Falls… …was real.

Brick: Sonny, I know you. When you want something, you go for it and you usually get it.

🎵 But peace, peace, peace / and loyalty is needed

Nina: Oh. [ Laughs ]

Brick: You’re thinking about her right now, aren’t you?

Sonny: Can we get back to the matter at hand?

Brick: Ah, the future. [ Sighs ] Without Jason. That’s something we can work on. But a future without love, with all due respect, my brother, that’s not for you.

Nina: Sonny knows that I am not gonna force him to pick sides.

Scott: Yeah, but, uh, Carly and Michael and Willow will. So if Sonny has to choose…

Nina: He’s gonna do what’s best for his family. And I’m going to do what’s best for mine.

Scott: Are you willing to lose lover boy?

Nina: I won’t lose him if he’s the man that I knew at Nixon Falls and the man that I see in Port Charles.

Scott: What makes you think that you can just have it all?

Nina: I’m gonna have my grandson in my life, Scott, and I’m going to have the man that changed my life for the better.

Scott: Well, I’m sorry, but nobody gets it all. Nobody.

Nina: There’s always a first.

Sonny: Let’s, um, regroup after Jason’s memorial service. In the meantime, are you willing to take on more managerial responsibilities?

Brick: I’ll head the search for the facilitator to take on some of Jason’s other skill sets. Don’t worry about that.

Sonny: Okay. I got one more job for you.

Brick: Yeah.

Sonny: I want you to find out how Esme prince engineered that video.

Brick: I’m on that. No problem.

Sonny: Alright, you want a drink to seal the deal? Sparkling water.

Brick: [ Chuckles ] And to think I thought I always admired you, Sonny.

Sonny: Not anymore?

Brick: More than ever.

[ Glasses clink ]

Scott: Michael is out to win, okay? And Diane Miller, she’s a tough cookie. She will dig up whatever she can.

Nina: I understand.

Scott: Okay, then is there anything I need to know before I file this petition?

Nina: No, I mean, don’t faint, but I think my life is pretty much an open book at this point.

Scott: Really? No little secrets in your diary, skeletons in the closet?

Nina: No. I mean, Wiley is the only thing left of my daughter in this world. And I owe it to Nelle to be in his life. Whether Michael or saint Willow like it or not.

Scott: Okay, then hang your hat with me. You won’t regret it.

Nina: I hope not.

Alexis: Anyway, you never did say what brought you by.

Harmony: Oh, it’s nothing important. It can wait. You know what? I’m gonna cook dinner for you tonight. I’m gonna make something soothing.

Alexis: Good. I can use something soothing. Having his brother here reminds me how horrible Neil’s death was. And I-I really can’t help wonder if that addiction is the thing that caused his death. Ah, shoot. I forgot my phone.

Brendan: I knew that name was familiar.

Trina: It’s one thing to plead not guilty, but now I have to live with that decision. That ADA is obviously out to get me. I couldn’t believe what she said — $250,000 bail.

Curtis: Um, well, honey, I do believe that she was just grandstanding. You know. Uh, the judge ignored her recommendation.

Trina: This time, but she thinks I’m guilty. And Scott said she’s out for blood. What if she convinces the jury that I am guilty?

Portia: That’s not going to happen. And instead of dwelling on it, why don’t you go on upstairs and take that nice long, hot bath that you were talking about earlier? It’ll make you feel better.

Trina: Okay. You talked me into it.

Portia: [ Chuckles ] Good. [ Voice breaking ] I don’t know how long I can keep this up. What if Trina’s right? We have no idea what’s gonna happen. I don’t know what I’m gonna do.

Curtis: Trina has a lot of people by her side, okay? And that daughter of yours, she has more courage than anyone I know.

Portia: And I don’t disagree with you. I-I-I do. I have faith in my daughter. Just not in the world.

Curtis: Baby…

Portia: [ Sniffles ]

Curtis: …As long as we have faith in each other, we can’t lose.

Cameron: Ready to go home?

Josslyn: Actually, I think I want to go back to the dorm. What?

Cameron: It’s just Trina isn’t the only one being brave.

Josslyn: Oh, I’m not being brave. I just want things to go back to normal, if that’s even possible.

Cameron: And I will try to help make that happen.

Josslyn: Thank you.

Cameron: Come on, let’s go.

Josslyn: Actually, can we go out the front?

Cameron: Are you sure?

Josslyn: Yeah. I mean, if I can face a bunch of people on campus, I can face a couple reporters outside. It’s hard to believe that Trina’s gonna come back here and fight for her innocence.

Cameron: It doesn’t matter what Ava says. This is going to be tough.

Josslyn: Yeah, which is why we need to help Trina. We — we need to help find a piece of evidence that Esme framed her.

Cameron: Okay, but how do we pull that off?

Josslyn: [ Sighs ] By proving that Esme can be in two places at once. Well, come on. [ Sighs ]

Ava: Nikolas, my sweet! Where are you?

Esme: He’s upstairs.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Female child (to Brook Lynn): How’s your baby?

Finn (to Elizabeth): I’m right here, by your side, no matter what happens.

Gregory (to Chase): So good to see you, son.

Brad (to Terry): And I was just hoping that … you might still believe in second chances.

Britt (to Selina): And why would I do that?

Ava (to Nikolas): What’s it gonna be?

Spencer (to Esme): It’s time to take that pregnancy test.

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GH Short Recap Friday, April 1, 2022

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Brendan Byrne, Neil’s brother, returns to ask Alexis to pay for Neil’s funeral since he believes that Neil’s relationship with Alexis led to his death.

Brendan meets Harmony and recognizes her from somewhere but he can’t quite figure out where he has seen her. Harmony tells Alexis to stay away from Brenden. Harmony remembers injecting Neil with the drugs that killed him while he and Alexis were sleeping in her room.

Trina pleads not guilty to the charges against her and Scott persuades the judge not to set a bond since Trina isn’t a threat to society.

Sonny asks Brick to take over Jason’s job and Brick accepts the job offer. Brick first assignment is for Brick to find out how Esme framed Trina.

Spencer and Esme move into Wyndemere and Spencer tells Esme she needs to take a pregnancy test.

Cameron and Josslyn are worried that Trina’s fight to prove her innocence will be a hard one. Ava tells them both not to worry because the truth will come out and Esme will get what she deserves.

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Carly and Sam arrive at yoga class.  Carly thanks Sam for dragging her out of the house.  Sam says at least it wasn’t kicking and screaming.  Sam says maybe they will actually find some serenity there.  At that point Maxie and Nina walk in and Carly replies, “So much for that.”  Maxie asks Nina if she wants to take a different class and Nina says that she will not be scared off, not by Carly and not by anyone else.  Carly tells Sam the same, she says she is not going to let Nina run her out.  Carly also tells Sam that Alexis was a huge help with the situation with Josslyn and Cameron.  Nina, seeing an opening, tells Maxie she is going to try to talk to Carly about the visitation situation with Wiley.  Maxie counsels against making such a move and says that it will end badly.  But, Nina is undeterred and asks Carly if she can speak with her about Wiley. Carly looks at Nina like she could throttle her right there in the yoga studio. Nina makes her wishes known and Carly shuts her down, telling her it is her own fault she is in the situation she’s in.  Nina is upset and decides to leave the yoga class, Maxie follows. Sam tells Carly that at least now they will have some peace.  Carly tells Sam that she could kill Nina for having the gall to even speak to her about Wiley.

Alexis and the writer of the story about Josslyn and Cameron celebrate the fact that it has gone viral. Harmony drops by Alexis’ office and apologizes for the string of lies she has told lately.  Alexis tells her that she has got to be honest from now on. Harmony says that she is so glad that Alexis’ troubles are in her past.  Alexis says why do I have the feeling that yours are not. Harmony has another flashback about being in Alexis’ bedroom and injecting Neil.. Harmony tells Alexis that she has decided to help Nina with her visitation problems. Alexis reminds Harmony that she has strongly advised her against getting involved there. But, Harmony is determined.  

Harmony leaves the office and Diane arrives.  Diane tells Alexis her plan about getting Smoltz to drop the charges against Michael. However, Alexis doesn’t feel that this particular plan will work and tells Diane to come up with another one.  “I always do,” Diane says and she leaves Alexis’ office.

At the courthouse, Scott goes over what Trina can expect from the court proceedings.  He tells her that the Assistant District Attorney will announce the charges and whether or not they plan to seek a plea agreement.  Trina says and my plea is not guilty.  Scott agrees.  However, the ADA that Scott was hoping to be handling the case (Christina) is not lead Assistant District Attorney on this case.  It is Assistant District Attorney Arden and it is clear that Scott has a long history with the prosecutor by his reaction when she walks into the courtroom.  Assistant District Attorney Arden offers Trina a plea bargain if she pleads guilty to a misdemeanor, the prosecutor’s office will withdraw the felony charge and Trina will likely get no jail time and three years probation.  Scott points out that there is no guarantee that the judge will not sentence Trina to jail time and tells the prosecutor to shove the deal. 

At the Metro Court, Michael and Willow meet with Diane and discuss how they do not want Michael’s arrest to provide Nina with ammunition to use to her advantage.  Diane says that it definitely will play into Nina’s hands.  But, she announces that she has a plan to make it all go away.  She excuses herself to go see Alexis. Michael apologizes to Willow for all the trouble he has put their family through.  Willow says that Michael was just defending their family and that is one of the things that she finds very attractive about Michael.  Michael asks her if there are more things that she finds attractive and Willow asks him how much time he has. Michael takes Willow’s hand, holds it softly and says, “for you…….forever.”

At Charlie’s, Esme lays it on thick for Nikolas and Spencer.  She declares how scary it was being threatened and attacked mercilessly by Sonny (none of which actually happened).  Spencer tells Esme that he went to the PCPD where he told Trina that he believes Esme. Esme becomes sick and runs to the restroom.  Nikolas tells Spencer he needs to be more gentle with Trina, especially with her possibly being pregnant.  Spencer inquire how Nikolas knows that and Nikolas tells him that Victor told him.  Spencer asks Nikolas if he and Esme can both move back into Wyndemere while they figure out their issues.  Nikolas does want Spencer to find out definitively if Esme is pregnant and he likes the idea of them being under the same roof but having plenty of space.  Nikolas agrees that Spencer and Esme can move into Wyndemere.  

Trina is allowed to step outside the courtroom for some fresh air while being escorted by a bailiff.  Josslyn and Cameron arrive outside right as Trina is going to a break.  Trina asks what they are doing there.  Cameron says that nothing is more important than their friend.

The three of them are called back into the courtroom as Judge Oliver Young enters and begins reviewing the facts of the case.  He reads the charges and asks Trina how she will plead.  Trina looks uncertain what she will do.

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Sam: [ Sigh ]

Carly: Thanks for dragging me here.

Sam: Oh, well, at least it wasn’t kicking and screaming.

Carly: Almost. But I really needed to come, you know, so I could just clear my mind.

Sam: Good.

Carly: So.

Sam: Hopefully you can have some serenity in here.

Carly: [ Chuckles ] Yeah, hope so. Well, so much for that.

Esme: I keep playing it over and over in my head. If you and Victor hadn’t shown up when you did, who knows what Sonny would have done to me.

Spencer: I still can’t believe that my uncle had you kidnapped.

Esme: Really? Because here I was betting you thought I deserved it.

Scott: So, here’s what happens today. You enter your plea. The ADA will recommend bail. Of course, I will argue against that as to why you should be free. Then the judge will decide whether or not there is bail and how much.

Trina: And my plea is “not guilty.”

Scott: Bingo.

Portia: Sounds easy enough, right?

Curtis: You’ll be out of here before you know it.

Female Reporter: Well.

Alexis: Well, we’re trending. I mean, I knew this would do well locally, but the wires picked it up and it has gone national. I mean, it’s huge.

Female reporter: [ Chuckles ]

Josslyn: Did you see the article?

Cameron: It’s hard not to. I feel like it’s everywhere.

Josslyn: Yeah. That’s probably ‘cause it is. How do you feel about that?

Willow: We just do not want this to escalate.

Michael: Uh, yeah, for a lot of reasons. The main one being that my family had enough to deal with right now. Their focus should be on Josslyn. But I know we’re just worried that the charges could hurt us if Nina petitions for visitation.

Diane: Oh, they can. And they will.

Nina: [ Sighs ]

Maxie: Do you want to take a different class?

Nina: No.

Maxie: Are you sure?

Nina: I won’t be scared off, Maxie. Not by Carly or anyone else. Come on.

Maxie: Okay.

Carly: I hate that I run into Nina everywhere I go. It’s like that game at the carnival when you whack the mole and it pops up in another hole.

Sam: Okay, Okay. Look, we can leave if you want–

Carly: Oh, hell, no. I’m not leaving. I’m staying right here.

Sam: Really?

Carly: I’m not gonna let that bitch run me out of here.

Spencer: Of course I don’t think that you deserve to be kidnapped.

Esme: I don’t know. Your track record of siding with other people lately over me lately is pretty strong.

Spencer: I love my Uncle Sonny, but do I always condone his actions? No.

Esme: [ Sighing ] He was so angry, and…threatening.

Nikolas: Well, considering he believes you took that video of Josslyn and Cameron, I’m not surprised.

Esme: What else has to happen for people to believe it wasn’t me? The police made an arrest.

Nikolas: Have you heard the latest?

Spencer: I went to see Trina at the PCPD.

Esme: [ Scoffs ] Of course you did. So while I was being hauled off by some goon to face the wrath of your beloved uncle, you were professing your undying devotion to Trina?

Spencer: Actually, that’s not what—

Esme: No, no, no. That’s just great, Spence. I hope you two are very happy tog–

Spencer: Esme.

Esme: What?!

Spencer: If you’d let me get a word in, you’d know I told Trina that I believe you.

Molly: Curtis. Hi.

Curtis: Molly. Hey. I, um—I was wondering if you were gonna be the ADA on this case.

Molly: Well, I’m–I’m working under ADA Arden, but yes.

Curtis: Mm.

Molly: I hope this isn’t too awkward, me prosecuting Portia’s daughter.

Curtis: No, you, uh – you’re doing your job. I get it.

Molly: Between you and me, I was surprised when I found out Trina was the defendant. She seems like such a good person.

Curtis: She is. That’s why I have faith that justice will prevail. I’m gonna get back in there. Good seeing you.

Molly: Yeah, of course. You too.

Curtis: Alright.

Molly: [ Sighs ]

Scott: So, I, uh, heard that there’s a possible plea deal coming. I spoke to my man in the DA’s office, but nothing’s been decided yet. Oh, damn.

ADA Arden: Mr. Baldwin.

Scott: Mr. Arden. Uh, what’s going on? I though Ms. Lansing-Davis was prosecuting this case.

ADA Arden: Yes, I’m sure you were counting on that. Molly is second chair on this trial. I’ll be prosecuting. Unless your client chooses to take the deal I’m about to offer.

[ Dramatic music ]

Nina: Hey! Why do you keep staring at them?

Maxie: Do you feel it? You could cut the tension in here with a knife. I’m very thankful we don’t have any of those, by the way, because the last thing we need right now are weapons.

Nina: Would you please try and relax?

Maxie: Well, that’s the idea. But this is beyond cringey.

Nina: For who?

Maxie: Me.

Nina: Oh, I am so sorry, Maxie. I’ve often thought about how difficult this is for you.

Maxie: Point taken. Okay. Change of topic.

Nina: Please.

Maxie: How is visitation going with Wiley? I’ve been so busy with the Deception IPO that I think I’ve lost track of what’s going on.

Nina: Well, my goal is to avoid involving the courts.

Maxie: Oh, so Michael and Willow are letting you visit with Wiley?

Nina: Not quite, but I may have found someone who can change that.

Alexis: Hi.

Harmony: HI. I hope you don’t mind that I just dropped by. Things felt a little unsettled this morning.

Alexis: Yeah, when you forgot to tell me that you had already been in my house indoctrinating my daughter.

Harmony: Yeah. Alexis, I’m so sorry for what I did to Kristina and—and for not telling you. Especially after you’ve been so kind to let me into your home. So, uh…if you want me to leave…

Alexis: I understand that your past has been problematic. But in the present, you need to be forthright from now on, okay?

Harmony: Okay.

Alexis: Because that way, it’s fine. You can stay in the house until you find someplace that’s right for you.

Harmony: I hope it won’t take that long. And as soon as I save up for a deposit, I’m gonna be out of your hair, I promise. Thank you.

Alexis: It’s a good thing I’m feeling generous today.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] I take it the article was a success?

Alexis: Actually, it was. I think I might be finding my groove back in my second act. I haven’t felt this good since before I fell off the wagon.

Harmony: I’m just so happy that, you know, it seems like your troubles are a thing of the past. Finally.

Alexis: And why do I have the feeling that yours aren’t?

Michael: I was defending my sister. Right? Do you really think a judge is gonna hold that against me?

Diane: Depends on the judge. But worrying about it at this juncture is premature. Nina has yet to file a petition for visitation.

Michael: I just – I want to be prepared in case she does.

Diane: Okay. Um…Nina’s counsel could use the assault charge to argue that Nina will provide a more stabilizing influence for Wiley.

Michael: What?

Diane: Considering that you are prone to punching reporters and defense attorneys.

Willow: Scott never pressed charges for that.

Michael: Right, and look, we – we have piles of evidence that proves that Nina is – is anything but stable.

Diane: Okay. Could also use it to impugn your character – casting Nina in an even more sympathetic light.

Michael: My character?

Diane: Mm-hmm.

Michael: Okay, Nina let everybody believe that my father was dead. What – What rational person would have sympathy for her after that?

Diane: Michael, Willow. This is all moot.

Willow: It is?

Diane: Mm-hmm. Because I have a plan to make it all go away.

Carly: [ Sighs ] It’s not working. Every time I close my eyes, I see Josslyn’s face.

Sam: You know, after you showed me that article, I reread it. And I am super impressed with Joss and Cam’s bravery.

Carly: Right? Me too. Yeah. And a lot of credit goes to your mom. Yeah, I mean, that article really struck a chord with people. It’s trending everywhere.

Sam: Is that a good thing?

Carly: Yes and no. I mean, it’s great because it’s telling Joss and Cam’s side of the story, but…

Sam: But so many people are reading Joss and Cam’s side of the story.

Carly: Yeah. I mean, it’s just shining a bigger spotlight on Josslyn and Cam, so when are they gonna be able to get back to their normal lives?

Sam: Have you talked to Joss about it?

Carly: She was asleep when I left for work this morning, but she texted me and she sounds great. She sounds strong.

Sam: Wow. Like mother, like daughter.

Carly: [ Chuckles ]

Sam: She’s gonna be okay, Carly.

Carly: She is.

Cameron: Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re living under a microscope?

Josslyn: Oh, it’s not just you. My phone’s been blowing up.

Cameron: Reporters asking for follow-up statements?

Josslyn: Oh, yeah. And I think I’ve decided to never leave the house again. Not until this whole thing dies down.

Cameron: I could say “I told you so”…

Josslyn: Oh, but you won’t?

Cameron: Look. This is exactly why I didn’t want to do the interview.

Josslyn: No, I still think that the good outweighs the bad. Oh, how’d that thing at school go? Did you get the issue resolved with the registrar?

Cameron: Yeah. Yeah, I mean, it was — it was weird to be back in public.

Josslyn: Yeah, I bet.

Cameron: All those people whispering and staring.

Josslyn: Oh, I made myself stop reading all comments on social media. It’s insane. I mean, after all of our transparency, people still think that they know our experience better than we do. It’s messed up.

Cameron: Yeah. There was a few good moments, though. Yeah, this, um — this girl came up to me on campus.

Josslyn: What girl? I need a name.

Cameron: [ Chuckles ] No, she — she said that she admired us for speaking out. Apparently, that makes me a feminist.

Josslyn: I did see a handful of comments saying they respected us for calling attention to the issue. Some women even said that they might want to share their stories.

Cameron: That’s really cool.

Josslyn: Yeah. [ Sighs ]

Cameron: So, I guess… …I’m not huge on the extra attention that we’ve been getting. But in the end, I think we made the right decision.

Josslyn: Well, I think it’s my turn to say “I told you so.”

Cameron: It’s still hard, okay?

Josslyn: Yes, I know. I know. But maybe if we just focus on the specks of positive and we try to ignore all or most of the negative, you know, things will get easier.

Cameron: Mm. I’m game.

Josslyn: I mean, now that the article’s out, there’s nothing really to brace ourselves for. You know? We took a lot of control back.

Cameron: [ Inhales deeply ] This will not define us for the rest of our lives.

Josslyn: We won’t let it.

Diane: We should try offering something to Smoltz in exchange for dropping the charges.

Michael: Like?

Diane: Like you or someone close to you providing information for one of his stories.

Michael: Yeah, I mean, I’d be down for that. Mm-hmm. As long as the piece isn’t damaging to my family.

Diane: Well, of course not. So, let me brainstorm with Alexis. We’ll see what bait we can dangle to Smoltz. I’ll be in touch.

Michael: Thanks, Diane. Look, I’m sorry.

Willow: Why?

Michael: [ Sighs ] For jeopardizing our ability to block Nina from Wiley.

Willow: You don’t know that, Michael.

Michael: Well, it’s a pretty good assumption.

Willow: And even if you have, there’s zero reason to apologize. I love that you stood up for Josslyn. The fact that you’re protective of your family is one of the things that made me fall for you.

Michael: One of the things? You’re saying there’s — there’s — there’s more?

Willow: Many.

Michael: Oh, yeah? I’d — I’d love to hear.

Willow: Oh, what, like a list?

Michael: Whatever form suits you.

Willow: Okay. How much time do you have?

Michael: For you? Forever.

Harmony: I’m gonna go see Willow and Michael, and I’ve been thinking a lot about Nina’s request.

Alexis: To — to convince Michael and Willow to allow her visitation.

Harmony: Yeah. I’ve decided to help her.

Alexis: And I advised you not to do that. So why — why are you entertaining that?

Harmony: [ Sighs ] I don’t know. I just — I… I just felt bad for Nina. She’s had so much loss, and — and if I can help her by being kind, I mean, shouldn’t I?

Alexis: That’s very generous. Not smart, but generous.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] I just don’t want Willow to hate me.

Alexis: Willow is not gonna hate you. She’s not gonna like it, but she’s not gonna hate you. This is not gonna tank your relationship with her.

Harmony: I hope you’re right.

Alexis: You need to have some faith in your daughter.

Harmony: Mm. Thanks for listening.

Alexis: Anytime.

Harmony: And, Alexis… I’m really happy for you that you’ve got your life back on track. It must feel good.

Alexis: It does. It feels really good.

Esme: I…didn’t think you had it in you to stand up to Trina. And I’m glad you did, but I can’t forget all the horrible things you said, Spence.

Nikolas: It’s been a rough day. Maybe you should save this conversation for later, when everyone’s had a chance to regroup.

Esme: It’s no use, Mr. Cassadine. No matter how much time Spence takes, he’s made it clear that he’ll always believe the worst in me. Excuse me. I feel sick. Um…

Nikolas: You should try being a little gentler, given that she might be pregnant.

Spencer: How did you know that?

Nikolas: Victor told me. He’s worried about you — and Esme.

Spencer: You seem pretty concerned about Esme, too.

Nikolas: I’m more worried about you. Whatever else is between us, you’re my son, and I want to help you.

Spencer: Esme insisted that she was innocent. Swore that Trina wasn’t who she seemed. For so long, I trusted Esme over everyone else. I don’t know why I didn’t this time.

Nikolas: Well, that’s pretty obvious, isn’t it? You’ve developed feelings for Trina.

Scott: Well, let’s hear it. What’s the deal you have for my client?

Ada Arden: If Ms. Robinson pleads guilty to the misdemeanor charge of cyber sexual harassment, we’ll drop the felony charge of unlawful surveillance and we’ll recommend to the judge three years of probation with a fine of $1,000. This way, Trina avoids jail time.

Curtis: Um, there’s no guarantee that the judge won’t decide to give Trina jail time anyway.

ADA Arden: That’s the risk you take.

Trina: What do you think?

Scott: I think that the DA’s office can take this deal and shove it.

Molly: Trina, it’s a good deal. If you’re convicted of a felony, you could spend time in a higher-security prison. Not to mention, you’ll lose certain civil rights.

Scott: Okay. Okay. Now I need to confer with my client.

ADA Arden: Do it fast. DA Scorpio is being overly generous with this offer. It won’t be on the table for long.

Portia: Yeah, I don’t know about this. If Trina pleads guilty, it’s gonna be on her record for the rest of her life. And let’s not forget, she’s innocent. She did not do what she’s being accused of doing. Mr. Baldwin, that has to count for something, right?

Curtis: Of course it does.

Scott: Trina, it’s your decision. What do you want to do?

Trina: If I take the plea deal, I may not have to go to jail.

Portia: “May” — may being the operative word. I don’t like it. I don’t like it at all.

Curtis: I don’t like it, either. On the other hand, if the judge does sentence you to jail time, it would be a minimum-security prison.

Portia: Where she’ll be serving time for a crime that she didn’t do.

Curtis: I know.

Scott: Well, u-unfortunately, that’s not the way it works. She could be spending a year in Pentonville.

Portia: No. No. No way.

Trina: But if I plead not guilty and I’m found guilty for a felony, that’s even more jail time.

Scott: Well, that could be 2 to 5 years and/or probation, but time likely served in Pentonville.

Trina: Why’d you say to shove the deal?

Scott: Well, because that’s the way prosecutors work. They want to get a conviction. They don’t want to go to trial. It costs too much money and time, and they don’t know how the outcome is gonna be, so they start tacking on all these other charges. Then they present this shiny deal and it looks good in comparison. Now, I’ve seen all the evidence, and it’s not airtight, and I can almost guarantee you that the jury will come back with a “not guilty.”

Trina: “Almost.”

Scott: Well, that’s the rub, kid.

Curtis: Look, Trina. Let’s not think about this in terms of guarantees, okay? I want you to think about what you feel comfortable with and the outcome that you can live with.

Cameron: I can’t believe they found the phone in Trina’s backpack.

Josslyn: I don’t care what they found, because Trina would never do that to us. But I know somebody who would.

Cameron: Esme.

Josslyn: She’s good. She’s good. I’ll give her that. She framed Trina perfectly. Oh, I could — I could literally kill her.

Cameron: Please don’t. I cannot bear to have you serving jail time.

Josslyn: Can you imagine how scared Trina must be? She’s all by herself. She’s accused of something she didn’t do. The look on her face when they arrested her — I-I can’t get it out of my head, Cam.

Cameron: Isn’t her arraignment today? We should go.

Josslyn: Are — are you sure? I mean, there’ll be reporters everywhere.

Cameron: We can deal with that. Our friend is more important.

Josslyn: I’ll drive.

Willow: [ Yawns ]

Michael: I saw that.

Willow: Sorry. I was up late studying. [ Sighs ]

Michael: [ Groans lightly ] Come on. Are you, um — are you okay? If you need to go to get checked out, we can always reschedule with your mom.

Willow: [ Chuckles ] The only medicine I need is more iced tea.

Michael: Uh, and food.

Willow: Don’t worry. I learned my lesson. No more skipping meals for this girl. I am taking much better care of myself.

Michael: Okay, well, good, because I don’t know what I’d do if anything happened to you, so don’t make me find out.

Willow: I won’t. Hey, mom.

Harmony: Hi, sweetheart. Mm! Hey, Michael.

Michael: Hey. Look, I, uh — I just wanted to thank you for helping Willow out the other night. I-I’m grateful you were able to help her when I couldn’t.

Harmony: Yeah, of course. I would do anything for my daughter.

Sam: I’m in fear of Scout growing up.

Carly: It’s hard, right? I mean, you want to teach them to be mindful of all the dangers in the world, but at the same time, you want to encourage them to be open and fearless. It’s just… [ Sighs ]

Sam: I know, talk about walking a tightrope.

Carly: Totally.

Sam: I want Scout to be smart with her choices, but I don’t want to scare her.

Carly: You would think with all the progress that we’ve made, we wouldn’t have to worry about that. But just ask Josslyn. I mean, it’s like society has found new ways to be cruel.

Sam: Oh, well, if Scout can be half as tough as Joss… then I’ll be a happy mom.

Carly: Hey, you don’t have anything to worry about. And you’re a great mom.

Maxie: You asked Harmony to help you with Wiley?

Nina: Yeah. I mean, she’s Willow’s mother.

Maxie: Yeah, and from what I understand, not on the best terms with her.

Nina: No, but that’s changing. It is. Harmony and Willow are working on repairing their relationship.

Maxie: Okay, do you really think Harmony lobbying on your behalf is the best idea? It seems a bit risky to ask her to go against her own kid.

Nina: Yeah, Maxie, I’ve thought about all of that. But I am running out of options. If Harmony doesn’t come through for me, then I’m afraid my only choice is go the legal route.

Nikolas: You’re going through really complicated stuff. I mean, have you even had a chance to process what a pregnancy would mean?

Spencer: It means I would be a father. We do not know if Esme is even pregnant yet, okay? So…

Nikolas: Well, this is what I know. Esme is afraid and alone, and when I drove her back from Sonny’s office, she was shaking the whole time. And that can’t be good for a baby.

Spencer: If there is a baby. God, there’s just been so much hurt and distrust between us, right?

Nikolas: Yeah, I understand that, okay? And I’m not — I’m not even saying that you two should get back together. But I do think you need to find a way to navigate this.

Spencer: I’m open to suggestions.

Diane: The article was phenomenal. I’m so proud of Josslyn.

Alexis: And Cameron.

Diane: And you. Nicely done, Ms. Editor-in-Chief.

Alexis: It was a labor of love.

Diane: I can tell.

Alexis: Did you come all the way over here to tell me how great I am? I’m not complaining.

Diane: No. Actually, I need your help. You got a minute for your bestie?

Trina: Am I allowed to go to the hallway? Just to clear my mind for a minute.

Curtis: Can she go stretch her legs for a minute?

Officer: Yeah, I’ll take her.

Portia: Oh, okay. Come on, sweetie.

Trina: Um, I love you, and I appreciate you so much for being here, but…

Portia: You just — you want to be alone right now?

Trina: Or as alone as I can be.

Officer: It’ll be like I’m invisible.

Trina: Is that okay with you?

Portia: Of course. Whatever you need.

Trina: Okay. Thank you.

Portia: What is going on right now? Plea deals, prison time? The only thing Trina should have to worry about as a freshman is where she’s going to spring break. Not dealing with all this.

Curtis: I know. But everything will be fine because she has you. And I am absolutely here for you in any way you need me.

Portia: I love you.

Curtis: I love you, too, baby. We got this.

Josslyn: Trina!

Cameron: Hey, do you need some extra company?

Trina: What are you guys doing here?

Josslyn: Where else would we be?

Trina: I just thought you guys want to keep a low profile.

Cameron: Not today.

Willow: I keep telling myself there’s no reason to worry since Nina hasn’t filed a petition yet. But it’s hard not to.

Harmony: Well, do you think maybe Nina’s changed her mind about taking you to court? That she’s realized that being at odds with you is just not the best strategy?

Michael: Well, I’m not counting on it. Nina feels that it’s the only way to see Wiley. It’s just a matter of time.

Harmony: It’s so awful thinking about him in the middle of all this, his family fighting over him.

Willow: We hate it, too. And of course, we’ll shield him as much as possible.

Harmony: Yeah, but, you know, he’s growing up. He’s picking up on everything now.

Willow: Basically a human sponge.

Harmony: Who, if Nina is awarded visitation, he’s gonna be the one to feel the resentment between the people that he loves.

Michael: Yeah, well, that’s just, uh, something we’ll have to deal with as it comes.

Harmony: Or… or not, maybe. Listen, like, what — what if you granted Nina informal visitation and you could control the terms, and — and Wiley would be protected from all that fighting? What?

Michael: I don’t know. It sounds like you want Nina to see Wiley.

Willow: Do you?

Instructor: Okay, class is gonna start in just a few minutes, so make sure you have enough water. It’s gonna get hot in here.

Carly: Yeah.

Sam: Okay.

[ Laughter ]

Nina: Carly, uh… I-I heard about what Josslyn’s going through, and I’m really sorry. It’s horrible, but the good news is, Josslyn is tough, so if anyone can handle it, she can.

Maxie: That wasn’t terrible.

Nina: It was not terrible, was it? Hey, maybe there’s another way, huh? I haven’t tried talking to Carly about Wiley again.

Maxie: There’s a reason for that.

Nina: Well, I know my odds are not great, but for Wiley’s sake, I have to try to keep it out of the courts, right? I mean, what kind of grandmother would I be if I didn’t try everything?

Maxie: Okay. Just be careful. Everything is still so raw for Carly. You don’t want to make things worse.

Nina: Oh, and can things get worse?

Maxie: Yes.

Nina: Here I go.

Maxie: This is a bad idea.

Nina: Uh, Carly… wish me luck.

Maxie: No. Abort. Abort.

Nina: I’d like to talk to you about Wiley.

Trina: So, taking the deal and pleading guilty is probably my best chance of avoiding jail time.

Josslyn: But you’re not guilty.

Trina: I know. A-and the thought of saying I did this awful thing when I didn’t is just… and not to mention, a guilty verdict will be on my record forever.

Cameron: But if pleading guilty prevents you from doing any jail time, the people that matter know that you’re innocent.

Josslyn: I get that line of thinking. Okay, playing it safe.

Cameron: But you disagree?

Josslyn: Yeah. I think you should fight it.

Trina: Really?

Josslyn: Trina, you didn’t do it. And I’ll testify to that.

Cameron: Me, as well.

Trina: Thank you. But I-I don’t know how that’ll counter the evidence.

Josslyn: Planted evidence.

Trina: It’s still enough to convince some people. And if those people are on the jury…

Josslyn: Well, we’re here for you. Okay? No matter what you decide.

Officer: Time to head back in.

Cameron: You got this.

Bailiff: All rise. The honorable Judge Oliver young presiding.

Spencer: How are you feeling?

Esme: You don’t have to act like you care.

Spencer: I do care. I want to make sure you’re okay.

Esme: My stomach’s not feeling so great. Um, I think I’ll just head back to my room at Kely’s. And hopefully this time, no one grabs me and shoves me in a car.

Nikolas: Sonny won’t bother you anymore.

Esme: You don’t know that. I-I mean, it’s not like he doesn’t have access to the rooms. His ex-mother-in-law owns the building. If Sonny wants me, he can get to me at any time.

Spencer: Father, would it be alright if Esme stayed at Wyndemere? I’ll move in, too.

Esme: Really? You would do that?

Spencer: That way, you won’t be alone. And we can figure out next steps. If you give the okay.

Diane: This is about your reporter, Smoltz.

Alexis: Smoltz is not my reporter.

Diane: Well, Smoltz does freelance for the invader, yes?

Alexis: From time to time.

Diane: I’m trying to entice him to drop the charges against Michael.

Alexis: Yeah, he came running over here to report about that incident.

Diane: Personally, I think Michael was justified.

Alexis: I’m sure he was.

Diane: Except he did punch the man, and he did it right in front of the police commissioner.

Alexis: So Michael’s best chances are, then, if the charges get dropped.

Diane: Precisely. So I’m thinking, is there something, is there some bait that we can dangle in front of Smoltz? Perhaps a juicy story for which either Michael or one of the Quartermaines could be the source.

Alexis: What I can tell you about our little friend is he’s got a big, huge ego and he’s very greedy. And he hates me because I rejected his version of Josslyn and Cameron’s story and gave it to a responsible reporter to handle it appropriately.

Diane: For which Josslyn and Cameron and their respective families, I’m sure, are eternally grateful.

Alexis: It’s also very unlikely that I can convince Smoltz of anything. I’m sorry.

Diane: Don’t be. Your instinct to deny that bottom-feeder the story was spot-on. I will simply have to think of a different strategy.

Alexis: You always do.

Diane: [ Chuckles ]

Harmony: I was just thinking about what’s best for the whole family, you know? No long, drawn-out court battle for you, and Wiley would just get another grandmother who loves him.

Willow: I’m sorry. I’m con– I’m confused. [ Scoffs ] You know the pain Nina inflicted on Wiley. On Wiley’s entire extended family.

Harmony: I understand.

Michael: I don’t — I don’t think you do, Harmony, ’cause how could you ever trust Nina again? Not only because of what she pulled with my father, but the things that she said to Wiley.

Willow: Mom, did Nina ask you to lobby on her behalf?

Harmony: Y-yes. Yeah. Nina approached me and asked me —

Willow: A-and you agreed?

Michael: I don’t believe this.

Willow: To try and co-opt my own mother…

Michael: Yeah, nothing’s too low for Nina, she’s proven that.

Willow: Did she actually think it would work? Did you?

Harmony: Oh, my loyalty is to you, Willow, not Nina.

Michael: That’s kind of questionable at this point.

Harmony: I’m sorry if you guys think that I acted otherwise. I just — she just — Nina got me thinking, you know, that what would be in the best interest for Wiley is that if you could just settle this amongst yourselves, that’s all.

Willow: I know what this is really about.

Carly: I am not chatting with you about my grandson…

Nina: Our grandson.

Carly: …As if you didn’t throw a huge grenade in our life.

Nina: Well, Carly, I was hoping that we could maybe work together when necessary, like we did with Gladys when she was upset about Sasha and Brando.

Carly: That was a very special circumstance.

Nina: No, it wasn’t that different than this. We found a way to coexist, right? Due to our shared concern for Sasha. Can’t we do the same for Wiley?

Carly: No.

Nina: We can’t put our personal problems aside for that little boy? Why not?

Carly: Oh. [ Scoffs ] Well, let’s see. Because Sasha’s life wasn’t turned upside down because you kept her grandfather from her family. So save your concern, because you didn’t have any when you lied to Sonny or when you made a scene at his funeral or when you told Wiley that Nelle was his real mommy. So stop, Nina. Leave me and my family alone.

Nina: You can’t deny that we share a grandson.

Carly: Oh, the way you denied that Sonny had a wife and children?

Nina: Wiley is the only part of my daughter left out there in the world. You will not keep me from him. I will be in his life. And I am sorry if you and Michael have a problem with that.

Carly: Oh, my god, look at you! You are such the victim. Acting as if Michael and I are the issue, that we did this. You did this to yourself.

Judge Young: The defendant will rise. One count of cyber sexual harassment. One count of unlawful surveillance in the second degree. How does the defendant plead?

Nikolas: There’s certainly more security at Wyndemere than my mother’s, let alone Kelly’s. And… you feel safe there? Give the two of you a chance to figure things out with both proximity and space, should you need it.

Spencer: So, is that a yes?

Esme: Wait, I… I need to make sure that this is actually what you want, because if you’re not comfortable —

Spencer: It was my idea, remember? I wouldn’t have offered if I didn’t want to.

Esme: Okay.

Nikolas: [ Chuckles ] All eyes on me, huh?

Spencer: It is your home.

Nikolas: And I’m happy to share it. I think it’s what’s best for both of you right now.

Esme: Then it’s settled. Spence and I will move in.

Carly: You could have had a role in Wiley’s life. But at every turn, you made choices that put you at odds with Wiley’s family. So if you’re looking for someone to blame, go find a mirror.

Nina: It’s not about blame, Carly. It’s about this little boy. And nothing and no one will stop me from fighting for him.

Carly: Do you hear yourself? I mean, you’re not talking about Wiley like he’s a person with emotions and needs. You’re not even thinking about what’s best for Wiley. This is about you and your need to stay connected to your dead daughter. And you want to use Wiley to make you happy. You don’t give a damn about how it affects him. I do.

Nina: I’m leaving.

Maxie: Okay. I knew this was going to happen.

Carly: I hate her. I hate her. And I’m trying not to engage, but I hate Nina.

Sam: Stop. First of all, Nina is the one who engaged. You stuck up for yourself, and there’s nothing wrong with that.

Carly: Yeah. Thank you.

Sam: And as an added bonus, you got Nina to leave. Now we get to breathe and relax and enjoy ourselves.

Carly: Huh. Well, that is a plus.

Willow: You have sympathy for Nina. And I get it. I’m sure it hits close to home, makes you think of all the time we lost.

Harmony: Yeah. Yes, it does. Um, you know, being separated from your child — I wouldn’t — I wouldn’t wish that on anyone.

Michael: But I mean, you — you do understand, though, that this situation is — is different.

Willow: I have thought about Nina’s perspective, mom, from pretty much every possible angle, but our first concern is what’s best for Wiley.

Michael: Yeah, and Nina isn’t it. But we — we can’t — we can’t reach an agreement with her.

Harmony: Understood. Truly. I won’t bring it up again. I’m sorry.

Willow: Don’t be. I had compassion for Nina, too. Once upon a time, at least.

Michael: Well, must be genetic. Chuckles ]

Unknown Man: Been a long time, Ms. Davis.

Alexis: It’s you.

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Spencer (to Esme): Why haven’t you taken that home pregnancy test yet?

Ava (to Joss and Cam): I know it’s difficult for you to trust me, but this time you’re gonna have to.

Scott: I’m gonna have to hear you say it.

Alexis: Oh, I never forget a face.

Nina (to Harmony): Michael and Willow want a fight, they’ll get a fight.

Brick (to Sonny): My brother, that’s not for you.

Trina: I plead…

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Harmony decides to talk to Michael and Willow on behalf of Nina but the attempt fails when Michael and Willow figure out that Nina asked Harmony to talk to them.

Nina tells Marie that if Harmony doesn’t persuade Michael and Willow to allow her to visit Wiley she will have to go to court to fight for her tight to see Wiley. Nina tries to talk to Carly to see if she can help her reach a compromise with Michael and Willow but the attempt only leads to another argument with Carly.

Spencer apologizes to Esme for thinking she was responsible for the video of Cameron and Josslyn. Nicolas offers to let Esme move into Windermere since she doesn’t feel very safe right now. Spencer agrees to move into Wyndemere so that Esme won’t be alone.

The DA offers Trina a deal if she pleads guilty to the misdemeanor charge of cyber sexual assault, they will drop the felony charge of cyber surveillance in the second degree. Trina still, doesn’t know what she is going to do when she stands before the judge and gets ready to enter her plea.

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[ Police radio chatter ]

Chase: [ Sighs ]

Dante: Oh! There he is. Hey. Good to have you back.

Chase: It’s good to be back in the squad room. I missed this place.

Dante: Did you? You’re not gonna cry, are you?

Chase: No, come on.

Dante: Ha. Do you want me to give you a minute with the desk? Get reacquainted? What’s going on? The suspension’s over? I-I-I’m not in the loop.

Chase: No, I’ve still got 54 days, 11 hours, and…33 minutes. But who’s counting? I’m only here because I volunteered to organize this year’s community softball league. I should be fully reinstated in time to play.

Dante: Oh, that’s nice of you. I mean, uh, we’ll be looking forward to having you back on the team and the force. And if it was up to me, you would have been reinstated just for what you did for helping out Maxie’s baby.

Chase: Oh, I just helped out a little bit at the end. Brook Lynn’s the real hero.

Lawyer: Everything is in order. All that’s left to do is take this to the stock exchange. I’ll be in touch.

Lucy: Okay. Thank you so much for your time. We appreciate it. And of course, we will be waiting. Okay, take care, see you soon, bye. Thank you. [ Inhales deeply ] [ Screams ] Oh, my goodness! It’s happening. We did it. I am so proud of all of us. All our hard work we did together. You guys, we are such a team, and I just cannot wait to celebrate all our accomplishments at the IPO launch party. Yes.

Maxie: That’s coming up April 5th.

Brook Lynn: Oh, right.

Lucy: Right. Okay. Okay. [ Exhales deeply ] Focus. When we hear from the lawyer, while we wait, let’s just finalize everything. Okay. Wait. Guest list, refreshments, the food and drink, and the entertainment, and then let the fun begin.

Maxie: Yeah!

Lucy: Wooh!

Brando: [ Chuckles ] You mean that PB&J sandwich with stale bread didn’t do it for you?

Sasha: [ Laughs ]

Brando: Hmm. I guess that is the downside of having an extended honeymoon. No groceries.

Sasha: I can live with that.

Brando: Yeah, me too. You know, I-I really loved our time away, but it is nice to be back as husband and wife.

Sasha: I’m not ready to give up our honeymoon vibe yet. I love it when it’s just you and me.

Portia: He’s late.

Curtis: By one minute.

Portia: Hmm. Yeah. I just don’t know about this. What if he’s not the right fit for Trina? We have no idea.

Curtis: Baby, we’ll never know unless we talk to him. Now, Laura hooked us up, and she said he would know what to do, and I trust her. So let’s just give it a chance. And I know everything will work out. And I’m sure Trina’s in good hands.

[ Knock on door ]

Scott: Oh, hi. Sorry I’m late. The elevator was chock full of people. Hi, Curtis. Scott Baldwin at your service.

Trina: Did you just ask me why I did it? You know I didn’t!

Spencer: I was ready to believe that it was Esme.

Trina: You knew that I’m not capable of doing something like this.

Spencer: I thought so. But there is evidence. And it points to you.

Victor: Ah, Nikolas, glad I found you. We need to talk about Spencer.

Nikolas: Later. Did you see Esme outside?

Victor: Uh, as a matter of fact, I did. As I was pulling in, another car was pulling out. I saw Esme in the back seat.

Nikolas: Who was driving? Which way did they go?

Victor: Well, I-I couldn’t tell. I didn’t think it was unusual. Although, I must say, it did seem like an expensive ride-share for someone with such limited means. What — why are you worried?

Nikolas: I was asking Esme about the video and Spencer. She got really upset. She was keeping something from me. And then she told me that she needed air, but that she would be right back.

Victor: Well, perhaps she felt better and left.

Nikolas: But why? Why would she just take off without a word? I mean, she was obviously holding something back.

Victor: Well, that she most certainly is. Esme could be carrying the next Cassadine heir.

Sonny: Thank you for coming.

Esme: I didn’t have much of a choice.

Sonny: I’m — you know, I’m sorry about my — my associate. He’s — he’s kind of rough around the edges. He doesn’t come from the school of social graces. He’s kind of the — a man of action. I hope he didn’t frighten you.

Esme: Actually, he did.

Sonny: Well, that wasn’t my intention. I just wanted you to come here so we could chat.

Esme: I don’t know why you’d want to chat with me.

Sonny: Oh, I think you do.

Esme: Spence?

Sonny: This is about what you did to my stepdaughter Josslyn.

Maxie: Okay, we really need to finalize music selections and book the artists.

Lucy: Yep, and I happen to have some inspired live performance ideas.

Maxie: Where are we gonna get talent on such short notice?

Lucy: Uh, hello? Lucy Coe, mistress of ceremonies of The Nurses’ Ball.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, but this is the Deception IPO.

Lucy: Yeah, and I happen to be senior equity partner of Deception, and I am just going to ask all the people that I asked to sing for The Nurses’ Ball to sing for our company. Okay? Starting with Amy and Chase.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, about that —

Lucy: Listen, Amy will love it. You know, she is a sucker for the spotlight. So, did you get a chance to ask Chase to sing?

Brook Lynn: So the thing is that I —

Lucy: No, you’re not hearing me. We need him to sing. So why didn’t you nail him down when he happened to be by here the other day?

Brook Lynn: So…

[ Knock on door ]

Gladys: Am I interrupting anything? Are you guys still talking about the IPO?

Lucy: Uh. Yes on both questions.

Brook Lynn: Gladys, what do you want?

Gladys: Stock options. Especially now that Sasha is my daughter-in-law, I’d like to revisit having a personal stake in the company.

Lucy: Ha! Really? So, see, around here, we don’t hand out shares based on nepotism. Oh, you know what, though? If you want to prove your worth to our company, you know what you could do? You could go get us all lunch. And I would love a Caesar salad with lots and lots of little croutons. Brook Lynn needs me here.

Brook Lynn: Actually, I don’t. I’ll take a chicken pasta salad.

Maxie: Make that two.

Lucy: Okay. Two chicken pasta salads and that Caesar. Lots of little tiny croutons. Thank you. See you soon. Bye-bye. Ta.

[ Door closes ]

Lucy: Oh, good grief. Okay, enough of the distractions. We really, really have a million things to do, right? We — we got to get on this, and the first thing is, you have got to get Chase to sing. Go talk to him.

Brook Lynn: I’m sorry, guys, but the answer is no.

Dante: You know, I-I gotta hand it to Brook Lynn. I mean, I knew she could scheme with the best of them, but this is next-level-type stuff. She didn’t even get anything out of this.

Chase: Well, that’s what I mean. Brook Lynn went into it for the wrong reasons but wound up doing everything right.

Dante: Yeah. Who would have thought that faking a pregnancy would turn out to be a noble gesture?

Chase: She thought she was looking out for her family.

Dante: Yeah, I know, but t-that’s Brook Lynn for you right there. She’s a walking contradiction. I mean, I told you, we grew up together. As kids, she — she even then had this heart underneath all the selfish pranks she used to pull.

Chase: People grow up.

Dante: Well, hopefully she did. I mean, hopefully that’s — that’s what this is and not just a one-off. And then the real Brook Lynn, the old-school selfish Brook Lynn just comes back out again.

Chase: Well, you know what? Brook Lynn today is kind and caring, and I don’t like you talking about her like this.

Dante: Whoa. Whoa, where’s this coming from? You’re the one who told me you couldn’t trust her.

Brando: We are getting our food to go.

Sasha: Thanks, husband.

Brando: Ooh. I love it when you call me that.

Sasha: I love it when you call me you wife. So, we’re doing this?

Brando: Yes, definitely. And since no one knows we’re in town yet, we can just try and ease our way back into reality. Um, but there are a few things that we do need to talk about immediately now that we’re married.

Scott: So, let me say this. I-I’m sorry that this happened to Trina. I’ve reviewed the case, and, yeah, I-it’s a doozy.

Portia: My daughter didn’t do the things that she was charged with, Mr. Baldwin. And I know that people probably say that to you all the time, but she didn’t. She — she just could never. It’s not her.

Scott: Okay, so if you want me to say that I believe her, I do. I really do. So I got a guy in the DA’s office, so I know what the evidence is, and the burden of proof is on the prosecution. And this case is loaded with opportunities to cast reasonable doubt.

Spencer: The whole time you were trying to convince me that the sex tape was Esme’s fault, you had that phone with that video.

Trina: I’ve never seen that phone before. Someone set me up.

Spencer: You mean Esme?

Trina: That’s the only thing that makes sense.

Spencer: How did she do it?

Trina: I don’t know. How does she do half the stuff she’s done? She’s figured it out somehow.

Spencer: We weren’t at the cabin when that video was taken, but I was there long enough to know that you were really drunk and mad about Joss and Esme.

Trina: I don’t remember being mad at Joss.

Spencer: That’s exactly right. You don’t remember what you did or didn’t do. But Esme was next to me pretty much all the time. So when would she have had the time to frame you?

Trina: Are you really trying to accuse me of this?

Spencer: Look, I’m not judging you. I’ve done enough that I’m in no position to do that. I’m just trying to understand.

Trina: Understand this. I didn’t do it.

Spencer: I want to believe you.

Trina: Then why can’t you?!

Nikolas: Esme might be pregnant?

Victor: Yeah, Spencer said they don’t know for certain yet.

Nikolas: That would explain why she’s been so emotional. She’s dealing with a lot right now.

Victor: Yeah, I heard about the breakup.

Nikolas: Obviously, Spencer knows. How is he dealing with all of this?

Victor: Well, he’s pretty shaken up, as you can imagine. That’s why I came to find you. If Esme is indeed pregnant, then that baby will be a Cassadine. They’re both going to need our support.

Nikolas: Maybe we should talk about this some place more private. I’m just gonna call Esme and make sure she got back to Kelly’s all right.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Victor: What do you got there?

Nikolas: This is Esme’s phone.

Esme: I haven’t done anything to Joss.

Sonny: You know what you did, and you’re gonna make it right.

Esme: W-wait, is this about that unfortunate video of Joss and cam?

Sonny: [ Snaps fingers ] Got it.

Esme: The PCPD arrested someone for that. It — it wasn’t me.

Sonny: You know, I have very good instincts, and they’re telling me that Trina Robinson wouldn’t do that.

Esme: You’ve never been wrong?

Sonny: Never. And your name is being tossed around a lot.

Esme: It’s no secret that Joss and I don’t get along, but I would never do that to her. Please. You have to believe me!

Sonny: Don’t do that. There’s no need for that. I called you here ’cause I want to know the truth.

Esme: I am telling the truth. What have I done to you that would make you think the worst of me?

Sonny: You don’t remember the hospital? When you lied to me?

Esme: If you mean the time I mistakenly told you that Nikolas and Ava were taking Avery out of the country —

Sonny: Yeah, that’s it.

Esme: That was a misunderstanding. One I regretted.

Sonny: Why? Because it led to the truth about what you did to Ava a-and Nikolas?

Esme: Because I didn’t mean for anything bad to happen to your daughter.

Sonny: Now you’re lying to my face. You and Spencer meant every horrible thing that was done to Ava. And then to reach your goals, you involved my daughter twice. Once with the — with the teddy bear. And the other time when — when you lied that Nikolas and Ava left with — with my daughter.

Esme: I mean, I regret the things that Spence and I did, but I-I apologized to you. Didn’t you forgive me?

Sonny: Yeah, I did.

Esme: But you didn’t forget.

Sonny: I have a long memory, especially when somebody hurts my family. And now you’ve hurt Josslyn. [ Whispering ] Let’s save everybody a lot of time. And just admit you were behind the sex tape.

Spencer: I believed you when it was your word against Esme’s. What you say means a lot to me. But now there is evidence.

Trina: Which was planted, because, like I keep telling you, Esme set me up.

Spencer: Esme and I have been through a lot.

Trina: Then you should know what she’s capable of.

Spencer: Yes, and I’ve seen the worst in her. But I was the instigator when she did those… things. She thought that she was helping me because she loved me.

Trina: See, the difference between me and Esme is that I would never… I could never intentionally hurt a person.

Spencer: You’ve done things for me you wouldn’t normally do. Like lie. If I stoked those impulses in Esme, maybe I did the same to you.

Chase: Okay, yeah, Brook Lynn has done some shady things, but people do change, and it’s hard when everyone keeps dredging up who they used to be. But I was there during some of the toughest times. She was taking heat from all sides, and I saw how it affected her. And she kept on protecting Bailey.

Dante: Aha. See, I was right. You — you do have feelings for her.

Chase: We went through something significant together. And I know that Brook Lynn is more than what you’re saying.

Dante: Hey, look, man, I didn’t mean anything by it. But that’s the beauty of a real friend, they see you for who you are, and they like you anyway.

Chase: Just give Brook Lynn a little more credit. That’s all I’m saying.

Brook Lynn: I can’t ask Chase to do the duet. I feel like I’d be taking advantage of our friendship.

Lucy: What? Wait a minute! This is the same guy who pretended to be a father who wasn’t a father all to help you protect Maxie’s baby. This — this is just a teeny, tiny little favor in comparison.

Maxie: Okay, wait, lucy. I see Brook Lynn’s point. We owe Chase for everything he’s done already. So let’s explore other options.

Lucy: What?! What good are friends if you can’t guilt them into singing for your company? Come on. I have guilted tons of people over my li– never mind. Never you mind. I give up for a moment. Maxie, I need you to talk some sense into yourself, then talk sense into this one. I need gummies! And I’m gonna go get them.

[ Door opens, closes ]

Brook Lynn: Thank you.

Maxie: Not a problem. Now that it’s just the two of us, what’s your deal? Do you not want Chase around?

Brook Lynn: That’s not it. It’s the exact opposite.

Sasha: What needs our attention? Should I be worried?

Brando: Well, I hope not. I just wanted to point out that we’re married and we don’t live together.

Sasha: Yeah, well, we should figure that out. But let’s just enjoy being married for now.

Brando: Okay. It’s not like we do things in the right order.

Sasha: Look, I-I know that our relationship has been a little unorthodox, but I’m happy where we are now.

Brando: Me too.

Sasha: So let’s just enjoy this feeling a little longer.

Gladys: Brando, you’re back! I missed you so much.

Brando: Mm-hmm.

Glady: [ Sighs ] Hello, Sasha. You’re looking well. If I’d known you were coming back, I would have asked for the day off from work.

Sasha: It’s probably best you didn’t. I’m sure deception is busy with the IPO.

Gladys: Oh, yes. Oh, oh. It’s all anyone is talking about. And since what’s Sasha’s is yours now, you’ll be living on easy street. You can retire early.

Brando: Ma, come on. I’m keeping the garage.

Gladys: Have it your way. But you’ll need somewhere to work on all the cars you’ll be collecting. But look, I got to put in this lunch order. Do not go anywhere. I want to hear all about the honeymoon.

Brando: Too late to make a run for it.

Sasha: So much for easing back into reality.

Victor: Are you sure that’s Esme’s phone?

Nikolas: I saw it earlier.

Victor: Well, perhaps she dropped it.

Nikolas: No, Esme would need her phone for the updates with the ride-share. She’d notice if she didn’t have it, and she would have come back for it by now.

Victor: Well, maybe she caught a ride with a friend.

Nikolas: No, Esme told me she doesn’t have any friends. She said everyone blames her for the sex tape.

Victor: Oh, yeah, I read about that. Carly Corinthos’ daughter, right?

Nikolas: Sonny? What about him?

Esme: He’s had it in for me ever since I stretched the truth about you and Ava leaving town with Avery.

Nikolas: We have to go.

Victor: Go where?

Nikolas: Sonny Corinthos has her.

Maxie: Explain, please. You want Chase around, but you don’t want him to sing at the IPO launch party because of Amy?

Brook Lynn: Because of me and my feelings.

Maxie: Oh, now we’re getting somewhere.

Brook Lynn: [ Sighs ]

Maxie: See, I knew something was going on because you were acting really weird around him the other day. This is why you hustled him out of here and didn’t want to talk to him about singing the duet.

Brook Lynn: Look, Chase has made it clear that he just wants to be friends, so I have to keep my distance until, you know, I can get a handle on my feelings, get back to the friend zone. So I really don’t want to be asking Chase for any favors right now. I don’t even want to see him at the launch party, to be honest.

Lucy: Chase! Just the man I wanted to see. Isn’t that funny how the cosmos works? You put the energy out there, and then there you are.

Gradys: Well, at least you had a nice honeymoon, considering you got married out of the blue. Um, and the rings aren’t bad, though I might have gone for something a little flashier.

Brando: I picked them out, and I was lucky to find a jewelry store nearby.

Gladys: Yeah. Yeah. Like buying that garage you got married in.

Brando: Ma.

Gladys: Listen, I gave you my blessing, and I meant it. Believe me, I only want what’s best for you both.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Brando: Oh. I need to take this. I’ll be right back.

Gladys: Now that it’s just us girls, let me tell you how I really feel about this elopement.

Scott: I will have witnesses testifying to Trina’s stellar character and lack of motive. Cameron and Josslyn, I’ll get them. They should have significant sway.

Curtis: Okay. But first, I think we have to get through the arraignment. What’s that look like?

Scott: Well, it could go two ways. The best is that they waive bail because there’s no priors. The worst is they take it up a notch, you know, to a high profile because of Josslyn’s stepfather. But it still comes down to Trina’s character, which is really great. I mean, she at PCU, 4.0. She’s got a job. Teachers love her. You know, a lot of friends. And your reputation as Chief of Internal Medicine.

Portia: I see you’ve definitely done your homework, Mr. Baldwin.

Scott: I see Cameron as my grandson, so I would never represent anybody that would do this to him.

Curtis: Uh, well, we should get to the arraignment. Can’t be late.

Scott: Yeah, you’re right. Judges do not like it when you’re late. So I’ll see you there.

Curtis: Well, feel better about him?

Portia: We, uh… we better get going.

Curtis: Whoa, whoa. Hold up. Are you okay?

Portia: [ Voice breaking ] I will be. I will be after all of this is over. But it’s just — I just need to stay strong for Trina right now. [ Sighs ]

Curtis: Okay. Look, look, look. I know everything’s gonna be okay, all right? But I need you to know that whatever happens, I’ve got you.

Portia: Mm-hmm.

Trina: I knew you were self-centered, but this — this is next level. I may have gone against my instincts and my principles by covering for you, but that does not compare to making a sex tape of Joss and Cameron, my best friends, and posting it. I would never do that to anyone for any reason.

Spencer: But you were drunk, Trina, and you admitted to a lot of buried feelings about Joss and Cam being together.

Trina: How can you even consider that I did this? I had faith in you when everyone told me that you didn’t deserve it. All I had was a gut feeling that you were a good guy deep down. Where’s that good guy now? Was I wrong all along?

Spencer: It’s not that simple for me.

Trina: You know the truth in your heart. But you just don’t want to see it. You’re still blind to Esme — after everything she’s done.

Spencer: Everything she’s done has been for me and my family.

Maxie: Chase, it is so good to see you. What brings you by?

Chase: I’m following up with H.R. About the softball league to get the charity donation set up.

Maxie: Oh, man. They’re out today. Recruitment event.

Lucy: Yeah, but boy, oh, boy, are we glad you showed up.

Maxie: You know, Chase, on your way in, did you happen to see Gladys Corbin?

Chase: Uh, no.

Maxie: Typical Gladys. Lucy, why don’t we go to the restaurant and look for her? And if she’s not there, we can have a working lunch.

Lucy: Well, no, but I-I would really like to a–

Maxie: It’ll be great, and after, I’ll get you some gummies.

[ Door closes ]

Chase: What was that all about?

Brook Lynn: Oh. You know Lucy. She probably just wants to change the color of the softball jerseys or something.

Chase: Are you gonna play?

Brook Lynn: I haven’t really thought about it.

Chase: You should. Be fun seeing you around the diamond.

Brook Lynn: Yeah?

Chase: Yeah.

Brook Lynn: [ Sighs ] Actually, um… Lucy wants to get some singers to perform at the launch party. You remember that duet I wrote? I’d really love for you to sing it…with Amy. Plus, it’d be really fun to see you there. So what do you say?

Trina: What do you mean, your family? Your father? Because Esme sure hasn’t done a thing for Nikolas and Ava.

Spencer: I mean the Cassadines. My family. Esme is included in that.

Trina: How? By pushing her way into it?

Spencer: No, she’s a part of it now because she — because she might be carrying my child.

Trina: Esme might be pregnant with your baby? Hmm. That explains why you have to see the best in her. And the worst in me.

Spencer: Trina, you have to understand.

Trina: Here’s what I understand. From the moment I met you, my life has gotten worse. So many times, I looked the other direction when I shouldn’t have to protect you. And now I’m arrested because of your girlfriend’s lies! And you want me to understand? I understand that you should know me better than that. So if you can’t look me in my eyes and tell me you know I had nothing to do with this, then I’m done. I’m through! We have nothing left to say to each other.

Spencer: I, uh…

Trina: You should go check on Esme. You two deserve each other.

Spencer: Trina.

Trina: Leave!

Officer: Time to go. Come with me.

Sonny: Neither of us are going anywhere until you tell me the truth.

Esme: I have told you. I didn’t do it.

Sonny: Okay. You hungry? You want something to eat?

Esme: You can’t keep me here forever.

Sonny: You know, I’ve had my share of regrets. Um…choices I can’t take back. But it doesn’t define you. You can step up right now, take responsibility for your actions, make amends to the people who you have hurt, and just move forward.

Esme: Some things you can’t make up for.

Sonny: True. The people you’ve hurt are not obligated to, uh, forgive you. And sometimes you can’t make it right by them. But you know what? You keep working on that. You know why? To better yourself for you and the people that are going to come into your life. You’ve played games with Avery, Ava, and Nikolas. And now… you’ve hurt Josslyn and Cam. There’s a young woman sitting behind bars right now. You can make it right. All you gotta do… is confess.

Sonny’s Associate: Where do you think you’re going?

Nikolas: I need see to Sonny.

Sonny’s Associate: He’s busy.

Nikolas: Yeah, I’ll bet.

Victor: Hey, take your hands off my nephew.

Nikolas: Where is she?

Esme: Help me!

Sasha: I don’t expect you to understand why we eloped, but that is what felt right in the moment.

Gladys: That is my concern right there — “in the moment.” Marriage is a big step. You two went on that trip to deal with some pretty weighty issues in your relationship, and you came back married. Just doesn’t seem like you thought it through.

Dante: Trina’s in the interrogation room.

Portia: Oh, you really have some nerve showing up here after what that vile girlfriend of yours did to my daughter.

Chase: So, that’s why lucy was fawning over me. The last time that happened, I was in the men’s locker room just out of the shower.

Brook Lynn: What?

Chase: The first time that she recruited me for The Nurses’ Ball. She basically ambushed me. I had to say yes. It was the only way I could get dressed.

Brook Lynn: Right. Well, um, we all know what a great singer you are because of how great of a success you’ve been at the nurses’ ball.

Chase: Look, I’m — I’m flattered, but I’m not a performer. The only reason I sing at The Nurses’ Ball is ’cause it’s for charity.

Brook Lynn: Making people feel beautiful may not fit into the definition of charity, but it’s still worthwhile. Remember you even said that what we do here at Deception is interesting.

Chase: Look, my suspension is up in a few months. I kind of have to keep up appearances. Singing for — for charity, it’s — it’s one thing, but I don’t know how it would look to sing for a cosmetics company.

Brook Lynn: It’s fine. I get it. You have an image to maintain. You don’t fit into my world.

Sasha: Our decision to get married was spur of the moment. But Brando and I talked it through, and we know that it’s the right decision. I love Brando so much more than I thought was possible. You raised a good son, Gladys, and I promise you I am gonna make him happy. I can already see being married to you makes Brando happy. I just don’t want him getting hurt. And I can’t deny we’ve had issues. But he means everything to me.

Brando: Look who I found.

Lucy: There she is — a married lady. Congratulations.

Sasha: Thank you.

Lucy: Oh, I’m so happy.

Maxie: Yeah, I should be mad at you for not letting me plan your wedding, but I’m just to happy for you.

Sasha: Oh, thank you. We’re pretty happy ourselves.

Lucy: Mm, I bet. Hey, listen, the launch party is on track. But after we celebrate the IPO and Deception’s fabulous future, we are gonna throw another fabulous, big, huge party for both of you.

Maxie: Yes! A “happy marriage” party. We’ll go all out. Everyone will be there.

Gladys: Now we’re talking.

Brando: Thank you guys so much. That’s very generous.

Sasha: Totally not necessary.

Maxi: Nonsense. Getting married is a big deal. It deserves to be celebrated properly.

Sasha: But we are already married.

Lucy: So who cares? It’ll be great.

Brando: Yeah. I’ll take any excuse to celebrate my beautiful new wife.

Sasha: Well, when you put it like that, how can I say no?

Dante: Are we gonna have a problem here, Spencer?

Spencer: No, sir.

Dante: Good. Do you want to go see Trina now?

Curtis: Portia?

Portia: Yeah, I’m fine. I don’t have time to deal with you today ’cause my daughter needs me.

Curtis: Let’s go. I’ll, uh… I’ll give you a minute.

Portia: Okay.

Dante: Uh, you know what, Spencer? On second thought, there’s nothing really for you to do here. In fact, I think you’d be making things worse. So why don’t you help out Trina and her mom and get out of here?

Portia: Oh, baby, I’m sorry you’re going through this.

[ Door closes ]

Portia: But I want you to remember that you’re gonna be home in just a little while. And Scott Baldwin is your lawyer. He believes in you. He believes in your case. And when you walk into that courtroom, I want you to walk up there with your chin up. You hear me? And your head held high.

Trina: [ Voice breaking ] I didn’t do it, mom.

Portia: Oh, baby, I know you didn’t. The truth is gonna come out.

Nikolas: Esme! Sonny, you let her go!

Esme: [ Sobbing ]

Nikolas: Are you okay? Esme, are you okay? Sonny, what the hell?

Sonny: We were just talking. Esme, if you want to say anything, you know where to find me.

Nikolas: That’s enough, Sonny.

Sonny: [ Chuckles ] Okay. We’re done.

Victor: Oh, I don’t think so. You and I are just getting started.

Lucy: Once deception is officially public, we are gonna focus all our time and attention on a great, big, wonderful wedding party. Oh, wow, I just realized folks are gonna flip out when they find out the face of deception is married.

Maxie: Are you okay?

Sasha: [ Sighs ] Just a long day of traveling.

Maxie: Are you sure? I’m fine, yeah. I — I’m fantastic. I have the perfect husband, super thoughtful friends. Why don’t you guys catch me up on the IPO? I missed so much. Okay. Have a seat.

Lucy: Yeah, yeah. Thanks. Here you go.

Maxie: Thank you.

Brando: You’re welcome.

Sasha: Excuse me a moment.

Brando: Uh…

Gladys: She sure bolted out of here.

Brando: Yeah, I-I think you guys just surprised us. She’s probably a little overwhelmed with everything. But, uh, don’t worry. You know, Sasha can take care of herself.

Sasha: Siena, hi. It’s Sasha. Yeah. Yeah. I need something to get me through. How soon can you meet?

Chase: I-I really didn’t mean to imply anything negative about you or your job.

Brook Lynn: No, it’s fine. I understand where you’re coming from. You’re — you’re a cop, not a singer. You want to focus on getting off suspension and getting back out on the job. I get it.

Chase: So we’re good?

Brook Lynn: Yeah, of course. Look, I better get back to work. I promised Maxie that I’d run some of these numbers. Just shut the door on your way out, okay?

Chase: Okay. See ya.

Scott: We all set?

Dante: It’s time to go.

Curtis: How you holding up?

Trina: I’m okay. Thanks.

Curtis: You’re better than okay. You’re a champ. Now, come on, let’s go.

Nikolas: [ Sighs ] Are you sure you’re okay? Only because of you. I mean, you saved me. I can’t thank you enough.

Victor: I’m putting you on notice, Mr. Corinthos. Stay away from my family.

Sonny: Spencer is my family, too. And, uh, what happens to him or if anybody influences him in any way, it concerns me, especially if they’re coming after my family.

Victor: You’ve been warned.

Sonny: Really?

Victor: The Cassadines always come out on top one way or another. Keep harassing my family, and you’ll learn that the hard way.

Sonny: I have faced down men a lot more intimidating than you, and I’m still standing. So if you want to take the first shot, believe me, I will finish the fight.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Spencer (to Esme): Why haven’t you taken that home pregnancy test yet?

Ava (to Joss and Cam): I know it’s difficult for you to trust me, but this time you’re gonna have to.

Scott: I’m gonna have to hear you say it.

Alexis: Oh, I never forget a face.

Nina (to Harmony): Michael and Willow want a fight, they’ll get a fight.

Brick (to Sonny): My brother, that’s not for you.

Trina: I plead…

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At the PCPD, Chase looks at his old desk with longing.  Dante says, “Well look who it is.”  Dante asks Chase if he is glad to be back (even though his suspension is not over just yet) and Chase says he really misses the place.  Dante asks him if he is going to cry and Chase says no.  Chase says he is just there because he is helping to organize this year’s softball team.  Dante says if it were up to him, he would have reinstated Chase simply for what he did for Maxie’s baby. Chase says he just had a small role and that Brook Lynn is the real hero.  Dante has nothing nice to say about Brook Lynn and Chase calls him out on it, saying that Brook Lynn has changed.  Dante asks Chase where this is all coming from.  Chase replies that he has spent a lot of time with Brook Lynn lately and he knows that she is loving and kind.  Dante says that it is clear that Chase has developed feelings for Brook Lynn.  Chase just chalks it up to the fact that he and Brook Lynn were trapped in an extremely emotional situation with Bailey for so long.

In the interrogation room at the PCPD, Spencer grills Trina on why she made the video of Josslyn and Cameron. Trina can’t believe what she is hearing. Trina tells Spencer she is not capable of doing anything like posting that video. Spencer says he thought so at first, but now there is evidence and it points to Trina. Spencer acts as though he is convinced that Trina is guilty.  He then tells Trina that Esme may be pregnant.  Trina flashes a look of absolute disgust.  She tells Spencer she understands now why he has to look past all of the flaws in Esme’s personality and can now concentrate on every single flaw she has. Trina tells Spencer that if he can’t look her in the eye and tell her that he doesn’t believe she is capable of making the video that their friendship is over. When he can’t do so, Trina screams at him to get out and the guard in the interrogation room escorts Spencer out.  Spencer loiters around in the lobby of the PCPD and when Portia gets there she sees him.  She says that he has some nerve showing his face.  Portia tells Spencer that she will deal with him later, that she is there for her daughter.

At Deception, Lucy, Maxie and Brook Lynn hand off the final documents that will allow Deception to go public.  Lucy asked Brook Lynn why she did not get Chase to commit to sing for their IPO party.  Brook Lynn at first says she doesn’t want Chase to sing for the party, but when Chase shows up at Deception, Brook Lynn asks Chase if he would sing for the party.  She even reminds him it was one of her songs he really liked.  He says his suspension is very close to being rescinded and that he doesn’t want anything to come in the way of that and he isn’t sure that singing for a cosmetics company party would be good optics for him at this moment in time.  Brook Lynn says fine and that it is no big deal.  She is obviously hurt and she tells Chase she has to get back to work and to please shut the door on his way out.  Chase says fine and that he will see her later.

At the Metro Court, Sasha and Brando arrive for lunch.  They speak about their time away and how much they enjoyed it and then they share an intimate kiss. They run into Gladys and she wants to know all about the honeymoon. Lucy and Maxie soon join them and announce that they are planning a wedding party for the newlyweds.  Sasha looks overwhelmed and excuses herself.  Sasha is later overheard in the ladies room on the phone with her dealer trying to score more drugs. 

Portia worries that the fact that the attorney is late might be an indicator that he is not the right fit for Trina.  Curtis calms her nerves, telling her that Laura hooked them up and he is sure that they can trust her instincts.  Scott Baldwin shows up and announces that he is Trina’s attorney. Scott said that he has reviewed the case and that it is a strong one.  However, he says there are plenty of opportunities for the defense to poke holes in the prosecution’s case to cast doubt on key parts.  He reminds Portia and Curtis that in this case the burden of proof lies solely on the prosecution.  After discussing the case in detail, Scott departs for the courtroom and Portia and Curtis head to meet Trina at the PCPD jail.

At Charlie’s, Victor enters looking for Nikolas and immediately locates him.  He tells Nikolas they need to talk and Nikolas abruptly cuts him off and asks if he saw Esme.  Victor said yes he had seen her outside in the backseat of a departing car.  Nikolas quizzes Victor on who was driving, which way did the car go, what kind of car was it?  Victor didn’t notice any of this information and asks Nikolas why it is so important.  Nikolas says he had the feeling that Esme was about to share something with him, something she had previously been holding back. Victor tells him that Esme could be carrying the next Cassadine heir.  Nikolas and Victor quickly figure out that Sonny has Esme and they leave Charlie’s. Nikolas attempts to call Esme’s phone but finds it on the ground outside. 

At Sonny’s office, Sonny really turns up the heat on Esme. He tells Esme that she knows what she did and she is going to make it right.  Esme tells Sonny that the police have already arrested someone for that.  Sonny tells Esme he has very good connections at the PCPD and that he knows about Trina’s arrest. But, Sonny says that Esme is a known liar and that he hasn’t forgotten about it.  Sonny tells Esme to save everyone a lot of time and just admit that she made the video. Esme continues to fake innocence.  Which just makes Sonny more irritated. Sonny tells Esme that if she comes clean right now and makes amends to the people she has harmed, eventually people will forgive her and forget the entire situation.  

Nikolas and Victor arrive at Sonny’s office and they are stopped by Sonny’s guard but when Esme hears them talking in the restaurant she screams for Nikolas.  At that point, Esme runs out of Sonny’s office and into Nikolas’ arms. She pretends that the entire situation of being questioned by Sonny was excruciating.  Victor tells Sonny that he is putting him on notice, Sonny is not to harm any member of his family.  Victor tells Sonny that the Cassadine’s always come out on top.  Sonny tells Victor that he has gone up against dozens of men far more intimidating than him so if Victor wants to go to war, he should take the first shot. Sonny stares at Victor with deep seated hatred.

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GH Short Recap Wednesday, March 30, 2022

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Brandon and Sasha return from their honeymoon hoping to ease back into reality, but Lucy and Maxie persuade Brandon and Sasha to let them plan a party to celebrate their marriage after Deception goes public. Sasha is also stressed because Gladys is upset they eloped instead of having a wedding with family and friends.

Sasha calls her model friend so she can get her more pills to get her through the stress.

Brook Lynn is hurt when Chase doesn’t want to sing the song she wrote for the Deception IPO launch party.

Trina is upset and hurt because Spencer thinks she posted the video of Cameron and Josslyn. Trina tells Spencer he knows the truth in his heart but refuses to see it because he is blinded by Esme. Trina tells Spencer that she is done defending him to everyone and seeing the best in him. Trina tells Spencer to leave and that he and Esme deserve each other.

Scott defends Trina for her arraignment because he believes that she was framed.

Sonny almost has Esme scared enough to admit she posted the video but Nicolas and Victor arrive to rescue her. Victor warns Sonny not to mess with his family and Sonny tells Victor that he has faced worse men than him and he is ready for battle.

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At Laura’s home, Spencer comes downstairs looking disheveled from a long night and joins Laura at the table.  She asks how he slept.  He says that he didn’t.  Spencer looks very concerned about something and Laura tells him he can tell her anything.  Spencer tells her that this is his first morning of freedom and that it is perfect.  The conversation turns serious and Spencer asks Laura if she has ever done anything wrong but didn’t realize it until it was too late. Victor ruins the moment by knocking on the door and then barging in without being invited.  Victor tells Laura and Spencer that there is something he needs to discuss with the three of them.  Laura receives a phone call from Jordan asking her to come to the PCPD as soon as possible. She plans on briefing her on the Trina situation.  Victor uses Laura’s absence to quiz Spencer on what is wrong.  Spencer tells him that Esme might be pregnant.  Victor offers to have Esme dealt with so that Spencer will not be tied down to her for the rest of her life.  Victor says that he was worried that Spencer would be obsessing over Trina’s situation. Spencer asks what he means and Victor tells him that Trina has been arrested for posting the video of Cameron and Josslyn.  Cameron says that he needs privacy and Victor leaves. Cameron goes over in his mind all the times that Esme refused to answer Spencer on whether or not she made the tape of Cameron and Josslyn.  

At the PCPD,  Jordan tells Trina that she is going to walk her through how this process will proceed.  Jordan tells Trina that in a few minutes she will be escorted to the courthouse for her arraignment.  Trina tells Jordan that she will definitely be pleading not guilty because she did not make the video or leak it online.

At Alexis’ home, Harmony is making breakfast when Sam knocks at the door and asks what she is doing there. Alexis explains that Harmony is staying with her for a little bit. Alexis tells Sam that Harmony is not taking up residence there. She is just staying there until Harmony can get her own place. As Sam leaves she tells Harmony that she hopes that everything works out for her.  She gives Harmony a most unwelcoming look making it clear that Sam does not approve of her presence there.  Alexis also makes a facial gesture that makes it look as if she is reconsidering the living arrangement.  Alexis tells Harmony that she just can’t get over how well she seems to know the layout of her home.  She says it is almost as if she has been there before without Alexis’ knowledge.  Harmony admits she has been there before.  Harmony flashes back to a memory of entering Alexis’ bedroom while everyone is asleep with a syringe.

At the Metro Court, Carly and Ava go over Avery’s schedule for extracurricular activities at school.  Ava tells Carly how much Avery loves her time with Carly.  Sonny walks up and tells them that Trina has just been arrested for making the video of Cameron and Josslyn. Ava and Carly are not having it, Carly says they all know who made that video and then she and Ava say “Esme” in unison.  Carly says that Trina would never do that to Cameron and Josslyn. Ava says that she works very closely with Trina and she wouldn’t trust her anymore if she were her own daughter. Ava starts to leave and Carly asks where she is going. Ava says that she is going to make sure someone pays for this.  

Sonny tells Carly that Josslyn has been his stepdaughter for many years and he says that if he hadn’t heard about Trina’s arrest from Dante he would have probably learned about it from the Invader article.  Carly says that if Josslyn didn’t tell Sonny about the situation that is not her business. Sonny tells Carly that he will take care of Esme.  Ava comes by Sonny’s office and she tells him that Esme framed Trina and that she is sure Sonny has already figured that out.  Sonny has of course, and he has already asked for Spinelli’s help in clearing up the matter.

At the Metro Court, Carly and Sam speak about Monica’s legal moves to have Jason declared legally dead. Carly says that she feels they are moving on to quickly.  Sam tells Carly that they have to try to move on.

Esme sits at a table at Charlie’s, gloating over the article that says Trina has been arrested.  Nikolas arrives and tells her that her new digs must suit her.  She says that the accommodations are fine.  Nikolas and Esme talk about Spencer and she becomes more exasperated as the conversation continues.  She finally tells Nikolas that she needs some fresh air. Esme is again reading the article about Trina outside Charlie’s on the bench when she is startled by an unseen person.  Esme is later seen being pushed into a chair in Sonny’s office by one of his men.

Sonny looks at Esme and says, “Esme, nice of you to join me.”

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Spencer: Good morning, Grandmother.

Laura: Good morning, Spencer. How’d you sleep?

Spencer: I didn’t.

Laura: Oh. Well, you’ve been under lock and key for a month. Maybe it takes time to get used to the comforts of home. I don’t know.

Spencer: That’s not it.

Laura: Okay, then what is it?

Spencer: You’re pregnant?! Why didn’t you say anything?

Esme: When was I supposed to tell you — before or after you called me a monster?

Spencer: Esme, please.

Esme: For the record, I haven’t taken the test yet. But I am late.

Laura: Spencer? You know you can tell me anything, right?

[ Door opens, closes ]

Nikolas: Is that a smile I see?

Esme: Mr. Cassadine. Good morning.

Nikolas: Well, it certainly looks that way. Your first night in your new place must have agreed with you.

Esme: Oh, you have no idea.

Jordan: Trina, have a seat. I just want to walk you through what’s next. In a few hours, you’ll be escorted to the courthouse for your arraignment. If you plead not guilty —

Trina: if? Jordan… I’m pleading not guilty because I didn’t do it.

[ Tray clatters ]

Alexis: Oh. You found the carpet cleaner.

Harmony: Yeah.

Alexis: How’d you know that was in the basement?

Harmony: I’m making breakfast to celebrate my temporary new digs. I hope you like scrambled. Alexis, what’s wrong?

[ Doorbell rings ]

Harmony: I’ll get that.

Alexis: Yeah.

Sam: Harmony. What are you doing here?

Carly: I mean, look at Avery’s schedule. She has so many activities.

Ava: [ Chuckles ] And I thought we were busy people, huh?

Carly: Yeah. Oh, I-I talked to Avery’s dance teacher, told her about the little sprain. She said it wouldn’t be a problem.

Ava: Okay.

Carly: Hmm.

Ava: Carly, I want to tell you again how much Avery love her time with you.

Carly: Oh. Not as much as I love spending time with her. I can’t believe how fast they go from playdate to college. It’s…crazy.

Ava: You know, I-I-I heard about that awful video of Joss and Cameron. If you ever find out who’s responsible, you know, Carly, I wouldn’t blame you if you —

Sonny: Hello, Ava. Carly.

Ava: Sonny.

Carly: Ava and I are going over Avery’s schedule, trying to coordinate some dates.

Sonny: Oh, I thought you were talking about Trina.

Ava: Trina? Why would we be talking about Trina?

Sonny: She just got arrested for making the video of Cameron and Josslyn.

Carly: No, that’s crazy. Trina would never do anything like that, especially not to Cameron and Josslyn.

Ava: No. And I work side by side with Trina at the gallery. I couldn’t trust her more if she were my own daughter.

Carly: She was clearly set up. Esme.

Ava: Esme.

Sonny: Well, you know what? I don’t believe it, either. But I don’t think Jordan would have arrested her if there wasn’t some kind of evidence of it. I mean, right?

Ava: Evidence can be fabricated, as we know.

Sonny: Yeah.

Ava: Always a pleasure.

Carly: Where are you going?

Ava: I’m gonna go make sure that somebody pays for this.

Carly: [ Exhales sharply ]

Sonny: How’s Josslyn?

Carly: Hurt. Humiliated. But standing up for herself.

Sonny: You know, Josslyn’s been my stepdaughter for years. And if I didn’t find out about this tape from Dante, I would have had to find out from the, uh…Invader article.

Alexis: You know, I tried calling you. I-I couldn’t reach you.

Sam: What’s going on?

Alexis: Harmony’s just staying here for a little bit.

Sam: Oh.

Alexis: I thought molly and Kristina might have called you.

Sam: No, I guess it slipped their minds.

Harmony: I totally forgot the sugar. I’ll be back.

Sam: So, Shawn takes off… and Harmony moves in?

Alexis: [ Sighs ]

Laura: Would you like some more coffee?

Spencer: Thank you, grandmother. This is a perfect first morning of freedom. I would dream about these when I was inside.

Laura: [ Laughing ] Spencer. You were inside for a month.

Spencer: Even worse. I had had them so recently, and the bakery was so close.

Laura: Hmm. Well, I’m glad that whatever spoiled your sleep hasn’t ruined your appetite. Quit stalling and just tell me what’s wrong.

Spencer: What makes you think that I’m stalling?

Laura: Oh, I don’t know. Maybe ’cause I’ve known you since you were a little boy. And when you stall, it looks exactly like this. Spencer, you know you can trust me. With anything.

Spencer: Did you ever do something that you shouldn’t have but you didn’t realize that you had done it until it was too late?

Laura: [ Chuckles ] Oh, boy. How much time do you have? You know, Spencer, I could fill an encyclopedia with the mistakes I’ve made. I have tried to learn from them. And hopefully, maybe I can impart some of those hard-won lessons to you.

Spencer: It’s about Esme.

Laura: I thought so. Spencer, I’m so sorry that you broke up. I really am. If there’s anything I can do —

[ Knock on door]

Laura: I bet that that’s her right now. And if it is, I can go upstairs.

Victor: Good morning.

Laura: It was so close to being one.

Victor: I just dropped by to see if Spencer — well, slaughter the fatted calf! The prodigal has returned!

Nikolas: And how is the room above Kelly’s? I know it’s a change from what you’re accustomed to.

Esme: It’s fine. It may not be a lap of luxury, but it’s clean and comfortable. And beggars can’t be choosers.

Nikolas: Oh, you consider yourself a beggar?

Esme: Oh, close enough. I mean, I can’t access my trust fund until I’m 25. In the meantime, my allowance is measured out in teaspoons.

Nikolas: Oh, the horror.

Esme: I know. “Poor little rich girl.” Guess I’m not making a very good case for myself.

Nikolas: Esme, I was joking. I know how it feels to be dependent on the largesse of family. I mean, sometimes strangers can be more generous.

Esme: And no one’s been as generous to me as you have, despite everything I’ve done to you and Ava. What’d I do to deserve your kindness?

Nikolas: Kindness has nothing to do with it.

Jordan: It doesn’t matter what I believe. My job is to gather evidence, not judge who’s guilty or not guilty. That’s up to a court of law.

Trina: Jordan, you know me. You know my parents. Do you really think I would do this to Joss and Cam?

Jordan: Can you explain how the phone that posted the video was found in your possession?

Trina: [ Sighs ]

Jordan: Trina, I can tell there’s something you want to say. What is it?

Ava: I’ll say it for her. You’ve got the wrong person.

Alexis: You can relax. Harmony is not taking up residence here.

Sam: [ Chuckles ] You could’ve fooled me.

Alexis: She just needs a place to stay. I’m just helping her out till she can afford to get a place of her own.

Sam: Okay, well, clearly, you have made up your mind and there nothing I can do to change it.

Alexis: Not that that’s gonna stop you.

Sam: Have you ever thought that Harmony’s redemption act is too good to be true? Because take it from someone who knows — the grifter’s instinct, it never leaves you. All you can do is own it and fight it. Is Harmony doing that? Or is she working you?

Victor: Hm. Not bad.

Laura: What do you want, Victor?

Victor: Well, I wanted to check up on my great-nephew here to make sure you had everything you need, now you’re a free man.

Spencer: Freedom’s not all it’s cracked up to be.

Victor: Uh-oh. Trouble in paradise?

Laura: I’m sure Spencer will tell us what’s going on in his own good time. Right now, I think we should give him some space.

Victor: What others call lies of omission I like to call truths to be told at the right time.

Laura: The time that benefits you.

Victor: Hm. You’re a politician, Madam Mayor. Surely you know the value of strategy. You can’t succeed without maneuverability and a sense of gamesmanship.

Laura: Funny you should mention that. Rumor has it you enjoy a good game of cards.

Victor: [ Chuckles ] Doesn’t everyone?

Spencer: I might just try to, uh, catch a nap, so…

Victor: Oh, uh, wait a minute, Spencer. There is something important we need to discuss. All three of us.

Esme: I should have known you wouldn’t have found me a place to stay unless you expected something in return. If this is about me putting in a good word with Spencer, he won’t listen. Not now.

Nikolas: [ Chuckles ] I’m not asking you to go to bat for me with Spencer. Not because my son stopped caring for you. But I don’t have reason to trust you.

Esme: Well, at least you’re honest about it.

Nikolas: Can you blame me? You Camerone close to driving the woman I love out of my life.

Esme: I have nothing against you or Ava. I only knew her from what Spence told me. And, I mean, I never questioned his perspective because he was in so much pain. So when he asked me for help, I couldn’t say no, even though I knew it was wrong. Of course, that was just the first of many mistakes.

Nikolas: Yes, it was. I don’t understand. If you haven’t forgiven me for the things I’ve done to you, then why are you helping me? Why make sure I have a roof over my head when you could just as easily send me packing? Of course. You did it so you could keep an eye on me.

Ava: Are you all right?

Trina: Fine.

Jordan: I need to follow up on something. I’ll leave you two to talk.

Ava: Thank you. Uh, Commissioner? Aren’t you forgetting something?

Jordan: He stays. They get 10 minutes.

Officer: Yes, Commissioner.

Ava: Trina, I’m so sorry this is happening to you.

Trina: So am I.

Ava: Well, I promise you, I’m gonna do everything in my power to get you out of here and clear your name. This is a terrible miscarriage of justice.

Victor: I do regret we had to cancel your “welcome home” dinner, but let’s reschedule it, if not as a “welcome home,” then as some other kind of celebration. We do have a lot to celebrate.

Laura: We do?

Victor: Oh, more than you can imagine.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Laura: Excuse me. Jordan?

Jordan: Laura, can you stop by the precinct as soon as you can?

Laura: Is there trouble?

Jordan: I’m guessing you haven’t seen The Invader today.

Laura: I haven’t.

Jordan: Just as well. I’ll brief you when you get here.

Laura: I’m on my way.

Victor: A mayor’s work is never done.

Laura: Something’s come up. I’m sorry.

Victor: Oh, have no fear. Your grandson is in good hands.

Laura: I’m a phone call away.

[ Door closes ]

Victor: Ahh, alone at last. Right, now, Spencer, suppose you tell me what exactly is going on between you and Esme.

Spencer: Esme and I are over. Whatever we had ended when I realized that… I couldn’t trust her.

Victor: Trust [Scoffs] Is an illusion. Loyalty, on the other hand — now, loyalty is priceless. Has Esme been disloyal?

Spencer: Well, I don’t know. Has she harmed you in any way? Directly, no, but she went out of her way to hurt my friends.

Victor: Your friends. Not you.

Spencer: She tried to pin the blame for something that she did on someone else. Someone I, um… [ Clears throat ] Someone I care about. When I confronted her, she denied it. We argued, and the day that I got out of Spring Ridge, her bags were packed and she left.

Victor: I get the sense that the separation is harder than you imagined it would be.

Spencer: You don’t know the half of it.

Victor: Has our dear Esme gotten her claws into you? Has she, uh — she played the love card? Or, more insidious yet, the sex card?

Spencer: I changed my mind. I don’t want to talk about this.

Victor: No, nonsense. Nonsense. We are both men of the world, Spencer. What’s more, we’re both made of the same flesh and blood. Now, I can’t help you unless you tell me what kind of hold Esme has over you.

Spencer: Esme might be pregnant.

Carly: My priority during all of this has been Josslyn. So if she didn’t tell you about the tape, I didn’t feel it was my place.

Sonny: But you’re okay with her doing an interview in the newspaper?

Carly: That was Josslyn’s choice. Sonny, she and Cameron were being trashed on social media, so they decided to get in front of it, you know, take charge of the narrative and speak up for themselves. I’m damn proud of my daughter.

Sonny: So am I. She’s always gonna be… a daughter to me. But somebody is using that video as a weapon against her. And in my world, when somebody pulls out a knife…

Carly: you pull out a gun.

Alexis: She’s a friend who needs my help. So what am i supposed to do?

Sam: Okay. As long as Harmony is the friend that you need her to be. And, hell, if Kristina’s okay with it —

Alexis: she is. She is, okay? And thank you for understanding.

Sam: Okay. I got to go. I will be around if you need me.

Alexis: Fine.

Sam: I love you.

Alexis: Love you, too.

Harmony: Sam, I totally forgot to ask if you wanted some coffee.

Sam: No, thank you. Harmony. I hope this all works out for you.

[ Door opens ]

Harmony: Yeah, and by that, I think she means save up as fast as I can so I can get out of your hair as soon as possible.

Alexis Sam is very vocal about her concerns.

Harmony: Oh, I know.

Alexis: She also doesn’t make my decisions for me.

Harmony: And have you made any decisions I need to know about?

Alexis: Not yet. You know, Harmony, I, um, can’t help but notice how well you know your way around my house. I mean, it almost seems like you’ve been here before. Without my knowledge.

Harmony: Because I have.

Victor: Pregnant? Is that all?

Spencer: Isn’t that enough?

Victor: If you’re the father. Of course I am. You’re sure?

Spencer: Yes.

Victor: No, you’re not. A man never can be.

Spencer: Esme moved to Port Charles for me. She even broke a few laws because she thought it was gonna help.

Victor: And you feel responsible.

Spencer: Aren’t I?

Victor: Listen to me, my boy. You are a young man with your whole life ahead of you. You have a family with almost unlimited resources, a family that loves you very much, even though sometimes they have a hard time knowing how to express it.

Spencer: What are you saying? If Esme is indeed pregnant and you are indeed the father… [ Breathes loudly ] …well, we have a whole array of options at our disposal. We can pay her off. We can resettle her somewhere. We can arrange to have the child brought up by more appropriate parents. Well, we do that all the time in this family, in case you haven’t noticed.

Spencer: I’m sorry. It’s just a lot.

Victor: Alright. Let me simplify. I can arrange to have mother and child cared for without tying you down.

Spencer: Thank you.

Victor: I have to say, I’m a little relieved. I, uh — I was worried at first that you were upset about that, uh, young lady who works at Ava’s gallery.

Spencer: Trina. What about her?

Victor: Oh, haven’t you heard?

Spencer: No.

Victor: Oh, she, uh — apparently she betrayed her other friends and got herself arrested.

Nikolas: Of course, I want to keep an eye on you, Esme. You helped Spencer terrorize my wife.

Esme: Everything I did, I did for Spencer.

Nikolas: Am I supposed to believe that you don’t have a mind of your own? That you couldn’t see Spencer’s plot spiraling out of control?

Esme: I don’t know how many times I can say this. I was wrong, and I’m sorry.

Nikolas: I provided you with a place because there’s a very good chance that this breakup is temporary. And if that is true, I need to know that you’re good for my son.

Esme: In other words, you give me shelter and a chance to prove that I’m not some gold digger?

Nikolas: Well, the virtues I’m looking for aren’t as traditional as all of that. I need to know that you will inspire Spencer to be the man he can be.

Esme: According to whose standards? Society’s or your family’s? Because that’s becoming clearer by the day that those mean very different things.

Nikolas: Well, it depends on Spencer. Whatever path he chooses, will you be there? Do you really care for him?

Esme: Haven’t I proven that by now? Of course I care for Spencer. I’ve loved him more than I’ve ever loved anyone.

Nikolas: Then here’s your chance to remind him.

Esme: You don’t understand. It’s too late.

Ava: Tell me everything that happened. On second thought, just tell me what the police already know.

Trina: So, I tried to show the commissioner my phone to prove that I didn’t have the sex video on it. I pulled out what I thought was my phone.

Ava: Wait, what do you mean what you thought was your phone?

Trina: It was identical. Identical. It was the same case, same model. Then I heard a chime with a text on my actual phone. I realized my phone is still in my bag. Someone planted the other one.

Ava: And we may not know how they did it, but we know who. It was Esme, wasn’t it?

Jordan: Thank you for coming.

Laura: [ Sighs ] I saw The Invader on the way over. Trina Robinson can’t possibly have anything to do with that sex tape, can she?

Jordan: We’re exploring all angles, which is the reason why I called. There’s another piece of the puzzle I need to make you aware of. Personally.

Laura: Personally? Is that because the tape involves Cameron?

Jordan: It actually involves your other grandson, Spencer.

Carly: The first step is to prove that Esme did this to Josslyn and Cameron, and then i will make her pay.

Sonny: So I have no say in what happens? You agree with Michael that Josslyn doesn’t concern me anymore?

Carly: Michael agrees with Josslyn. And she has made it very clear that she doesn’t want you involved.

Sonny: Carly, I understand how you feel about me, but you know I will do anything for my children.

Carly: Great, great. Then — then do what Josslyn has asked and stay out of it. Have you even read the interview with her and Cam? Have you?

Sonny: Not all of it, no.

Carly: You should. It’s pretty impressive. Josslyn showed a lot of courage.

Sonny: I-I don’t need an interview to tell me, you know, how brave Josslyn is. I see it. Just — just like I see that Trina, if she’s taking the fall for this, someone else is getting away with a vicious attack on Josslyn’s name and privacy.

Carly: That someone is Esme.

Sonny: I’m not gonna stand by and let that happen. I’m gonna take care of it.

Sam: Sonny.

Laura: Sonny.

Sonny: Hey, Sam. How you doing?

Sam: I know that look. [ Exhales deeply ] Someone’s gonna suffer.

Trina: Of course Esme did it. But she wasn’t in the cabin when the video was recorded. She was in the car with Spencer on her way back to town.

Ava: Well, she didn’t have to be there physically to make the recording. It’s not that hard.

Officer: Sorry. Time’s up.

Ava: Thank you. Trina… I promise you, I will move heaven and earth to get you out of this.

Trina: Ava, do people really think I —

Ava: Hey. Who cares what people think? Your family, your friends — your good and true friends — they know you. And so does Spencer, whether you care what he thinks or not.

Laura: How’s Spencer involved? Ava. How’s Trina?

Ava: Innocent.

Spencer: This doesn’t make sense. How could they arrest Trina?

Victor: Well, I’d imagine the police found evidence of a crime that pointed to her guilt.

Spencer: I’m sorry, Uncle Victor, but I need a minute.

Victor: Yeah, I can take a hint. I’ll, uh, see myself out.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Esme: Are you coming or not?

Spencer: I will go with you. But first, I’m gonna check on Trina and then I will get our bags and I will meet you outside!

Esme: Trina’s asleep, and we can send for our things. Let’s go.

Esme: -What am I up to? Wow.

Spencer: -It’s a fair question.

Esme: It’s not enough that you accused me of orchestrating this weekend to blow up your friendships —

Spencer: Which you denied.

Esme: Do you believe me?

Spencer: I want to.

Esme: Oh, my god.

Spencer: Which is why I’m asking, what the hell did you hope to achieve with the questions you were asking during the drinking game?

Esme: [ Laughs ] A fun night! How was I supposed to know what would hit a nerve?

Spencer: Look me in the eye and tell me that you had nothing to do with that video.

Esme: Would it even matter? After all this time together, everything we’ve been through, I can’t believe our history isn’t enough.

Spencer: Wait. You never answered my question.

Esme: You want an answer? Yeah, I do. Well, Spence, you don’t always get what you want.

Esme: Not only has Spence kicked me to the curb, but there’s a target on my back because of what certain people think I’ve done.

Nikolas: What people?

Esme: I mean, Josslyn’s mom, for one. You saw the bruises she left on my arm. Thank you again for taking me to the hospital and for putting Mrs. Corinthos on notice.

Nikolas: Someone had to.

Esme: That leaves… Mr. Corinthos.

Nikolas: Sonny? What about him?

Esme: He’s had it in for me ever since I stretched the truth about you and Ava leaving town with Avery. My misguided attempt to bring everyone together seriously backfired.

Nikolas: [ Sighs ] You let me worry about Sonny. Yeah, just work on being the person Spencer trusted, the person that he cared for and he still cares for. Can you do that?

Esme: That’s just it. Lately, Spence has put his trust in the last person he should, the person who actually did this terrible thing to Joss and Cam.

Nikolas: Trina?

Esme: Spence thought I did it. If he won’t believe me, maybe he’ll believe his own eyes. Maybe he’ll finally see that it was wrong to trust her.

Nikolas: If Trina’s out of his life, does that bring the two of you back together?

Esme: It might have before I found out that — found out what?

Sam: First of all, that someone would even do this at all — it’s horrific. But to Josslyn, knowing that Sonny Corinthos is her stepfather.

Carly: Oh, and she knows. She knows. You should have heard the way Esme spoke to me, and she was doing it just to get a rise out of me in front of Nikolas.

Sam: Well, did it work?

Carly: Oh, yeah, he rushed to her side to defend her. I don’t know how Josslyn has managed not to slap Esme into next week. When I was her age, back in my day…

Sam: Oh.

Carly: …I would’ve ripped her hair out of her head, and that’s before she tried to frame Trina.

Sam: Okay, well, that explains the smoke coming out of Sonny’s ears.

Carly: Yeah, well, Michael and Josslyn want him to stay out of it.

Sam: [ Scoffs ] Like anything’s gonna be able to stop him.

Sonny: Brick. Uh, I need you to coordinate with Spinelli, try to find a-a trail, you know, whoever did this. Yeah, I know what people are thinking, but I need to have, you know, a clean slate. So proof is absolute. You know what I’m saying? Right.

[ Knock on door, door opens ]

Ava: Hey. I need a drink. Gin if you have it, scotch otherwise.

Sonny: You can try in the bar, ’cause I don’t — I’m — I’m not doing that stuff anymore.

Ava: Huh. Kudos to Nina.

Sonny: [ Chuckles ] What — what are you doing here?

Ava: I just saw Trina.

Sonny: And?

Sonny: She didn’t do it. As you already know, it was Esme.

Harmony: Kristina was living here when she was interested in Dawn of Day. Um, and one day I waited for you to leave, and I knocked on the door, and Kristina opened it.

Alexis: You wanted to talk to Kristina when I wasn’t there?

Harmony: Yeah, Shiloh wanted me to check her out. And then, uh, we were having coffee in the kitchen, and there was, like, a mishap with the coffee maker. I don’t remember exactly what happened, but it spilled everywhere, and I helped her clean it up. And then I put the mop and the cleaning supplies back. And that’s — that’s how I knew where they were.

Alexis: Right. Uh, so just to be clear, I-I’m going to speak to Kristina about this.

Harmony: Yes. Yes, I-I want you to do that. I know I should have told you. I’m sorry, but, um, I was just, like, so ashamed of the reason why. Alexis, say something, please.

Nikolas; Clearly there’s something you’re not telling me. If there is something that you know about this video, something that involves Spencer —

Esme: No, he had nothing to do with it.

Nikolas: [ Exhales deeply ] Good. Then what is it? I can’t help you if I don’t know.

Esme: Please, Mr. Cassadine, I know you want to help. It’s just —

Nikolas: Go on.

Esme: I-I-I’m sorry. I have to — I just need to get some air before I —

Nikolas: before what?

Esme: I’m sorry. I just need a minute.

Spencer: Grandmother, you’re here. Why didn’t you tell me Trina was here?

Laura: I didn’t know until I was on my way over.

Spencer: Where is she?

Jordan: Trina’s in the interrogation room. You can go right in.

Laura: Why did you let Spencer in to see Trina? Do you believe that my grandson is involved in this?

Trina: It’s funny how things work out.

Spencer: There’s nothing funny about this.

Trina: Sure, there is. The last time I saw you, you were the one in custody. Now it’s my turn.

Sam: Oh, I wish Jason were here.

Carly: I wish that about a thousand times a day every day, but especially right now. You know, he would be able to figure out how Esme framed Trina, and he’d be able to stop me from losing my mind.

Sam: Probably.

Carly: Did you, uh, hear from Monica?

Sam: About Jason?

Carly: Yeah, she wants to have him declared legally dead. I mean, I heard about it from Britt, and then Monica reached out and said she wants to do it because she thinks it’ll help Jason’s kids move on. What do you think about that?

Sam: Uh… I think it seems impossible… saying goodbye to Jason.

Carly: I’m never gonna be able to say goodbye to him, you know.

Sam: We’re gonna have to try. Carly, we’re gonna have to try to move on.

Carly: Yeah, I feel like I’m moving on from so many things right now. And you have, too. I’m sorry. How are things with you and Dante?

Sam: They’re — they’re — they’re great. Um… listen, I… had to try really hard… to find the strength to move on from Jason. So maybe it’s possible that if you find your strength, you’ll be able to move on from Sonny.

Sonny: What do you want, Ava?

Ava: The same thing you want.

Sonny: Yeah?

Ava: Justice. I know Trina. She’s good. Hell of a lot better than either of us.

Sonny: Faint praise, low bar, is that what you’re saying?

Ava: Fair point.

Sonny: So?

Ava: So… we both know that she would never do this to Josslyn and Cameron.

Sonny: Carly’s convinced it’s Esme.

Ava: Carly’s right. And if Carly and I agree on something, it’s got to be true. Now… …what are you gonna do about it?

Sonny: I’m on it.

Esme: “‘We refuse to be victims,’ says Josslyn Jacks. Cameron Webber echoes that sentiment. ‘Whoever thought they could shame us into hiding has made a serious mistake.’” [ Laughs ] No, they didn’t, Cameron. The mistake was all yours, Trina.

Alexis: I have to go to work.

Harmony: Okay. Do you want me to leave?

Alexis: We’ll talk about it later.

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

[ Thunder rumbling ]

Carly: Well, I divorced Sonny. I mean, that counts as moving on, right?

Sam: Not really. But, um, you know what? I’m gonna give you a pass on this one because you have a lot to deal with. You need to just stay focused on Josslyn.

Carly: She’s gonna get through this. And going public with what happened to her and Cam was a good first step. Now we have to make sure her best friend doesn’t pay for a crime she didn’t commit.

Spencer: I rushed over as soon as I heard.

Trina: Why? So you can tell Esme that it worked?

Spencer: You know I didn’t believe Esme when she accused you.

Trina: Which time?

Spencer: To be honest, I thought that Esme did it. But now, if the commissioner has evidence —

Trina: Planted evidence. You know better than anyone that I would never deliberately try to hurt Joss and Cam.

Spencer: Then why did you do it?

Jordan: Other than being at the cabin the night the video was taken, I’m not so sure Spencer was involved at all.

Laura: He seemed upset about something this morning.

Jordan: Maybe Spencer’s adjusting to leaving the system and returning to normal life.

Laura: I’d like to believe that. But then there’s his Great-Uncle Victor, who’s always ready with a helping hand.

Victor: Ah, Nikolas. Glad I found you. We need to talk about Spencer.

Nikolas: Later. Did you see Esme outside?

Victor: Oh, as a matter of fact, I did. As I was pulling in, another car was pulling out. I saw Esme in the back seat.

Nikolas: Who was driving? Which way did they go?

Esme: [ Grunts ]

Sonny: Esme. Nice of you to join me.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Sasha (to Brando): You in this?

Brando (to Sasha): Definitely.

Dante (to Chase): Where’s this coming from?

Brook Lynn (to Lucy): I’m sorry, but the answer is no.

Maxie: Let’s explore other options.

Spencer (to Trina): I want to believe you.

Scott (to Portia): This case is loaded with opportunities.

Nikolas (to Victor): Why would she just take off without a word?

Sonny: All you gotta do is confess.

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GH Short Recap Tuesday, March 29, 2022

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Sam isn’t happy that Alexis is letting Harmony stay at her house until she can find a permanent place to stay. Alexis wonders why Harmony seems to be so familiar with her house. Harmony tells her its because she came to the house several times when Christina was in Dawn of Day. Once Alexis leaves for work Harmony remembers sneaking into the house looking for Neil and finding him in Alex’s bedroom.

Spencer tells Victor that there is a possibility Esme is pregnant. Victor tells Spencer that if he is the father of the baby he will make sure that Esme is well taken care of and once the baby is born it will be adopted by a family.

Victor tells Spencer that Trina has been arrested for posting the video of Cameron and Josslyn. Spencer thinks about everything that happened with Esme and then heads to the police station to ask Trina why she posted the video. Ava, Laura, and Carly all believe Trina didn’t post the video but Carly asks Sonny to honor Josslyn’s wishes and let the police handle it. Sonny thinks that whomever framed Trina is targeting Josslyn and he won’t let the person get away with it. Ava tells Sonny to help her clear Trina’s name and make sure thar Esme pays for her crime. Sonny tells Ava that Carly also thinks Esme posted the video so he is already handling the situation.

Sonny calls Brick and asks him to coordinate with Spinelli to find absolute proof that Esme posted the video. Sonny then has one of his bodyguards pick up Esme and bring her to Charlie’s because he wants to talk to her.

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Alexis arrives home and T.J. and Molly are there.  She tells them she is really going to miss them now that they are moving out.  Molly says it is good that she has such an exciting new job to throw herself into, that will help with missing them.  Alexis tells Molly and T.J. that they don’t have to worry about her eating alone because Harmony will be moving in for a little bit until she can get her own place. Molly asks where Harmony has been staying and Alexis tells her that it’s none of her business. 

Harmony arrives at Charlie’s to speak to Phyllis.  Phyllis tells her it has to do with Nina.  Phyllis tells Harmony that she was tricked into giving Nina’s child away when Nina was her patient.  She tells her Nina has lost so much and that Harmony has a way with people.  Phyllis is sure that she can win over Michael and Willow and allow Nina to keep her visitation rights with Wiley.  Harmony is not at all pleased that Nina used Phyllis to manipulate her and she tells Phyllis to tell Nina that her request is still under consideration.

Scott runs into Nina at the Metro Court bar and although Nina is not happy to see him, he convinces her to sit with him while he waits for Leisl. She tells Scott that she is considering petitioning the courts for her visitation rights to Wiley. Scott offers his services to Nina.  But, Nina says she will be suing as a last ditch effort.  Scott wants to know why Nina is waiting to sue.  He hopes it is not because of her feelings for Sonny.  As Nina is talking to Scott it becomes clear that Leisl has set her up, telling her to meet her at the Metro Court bar so that she will meet Scott and they can have time to talk and foster some sort of reconciliation.  When Nina finds out she is irritated and Scott makes it worse by insinuating that Nina can not play hardball with Michael because she is in love with Sonny.  Scott tells her she can either have the kid (Wiley) or the gangster (Sonny).

Back at Charlie’s, Marshall demands to know what Curtis was doing speaking to Sonny.  Curtis tells him they were speaking about the run-in the two of them had at General Hospital.  Curtis tells Marshall that Sonny had told Curtis that Marshall is very hostile. Curtis explains to Marshall the many things that Sonny has done for members of the community including T.J. 

Esme asks Nikolas if she can stay with him at Wyndemere. Nikolas is very surprised and asks her again to make sure she sincerely wanted to stay at Wyndemere.  Esme says she knows it is a huge imposition but she will just need to stay until she gets on her feet.  Nikolas says that she has to understand that she and Spencer have broken up and allowing her to come and stay at his family home would put Nikolas in a very difficult position.  Nikolas says it will further strain his relationship with Spencer.  Esme says that she understands and that it is clear that Nikolas has turned his back on her too.  Esme says that Nikolas clearly believes all the horrible things that the people of Port Charles have been saying about her.  Nikolas explains that he is no stranger to unfair accusations.  Esme says that Trina has everyone fooled and that she is no saint.  Nikolas says that he does trust his wife’s instincts and she thinks very highly of Trina.  Nikolas tells Esme that he can not take sides in her disagreement with Spencer but that they will figure something out.  He leaves the table to take a phone call.  When he returns, he tells Esme he will arrange for her to live in the apartments above Kelly’s restaurant.  Esme thanks Nikolas and Nikolas says that he will check on her periodically to make sure she is doing O.K.

Portia and Taggert while having drinks at the Metro Court sneer at Esme and agree that Esme is behind the video of Josslyn and Cameron. Jordan is just pleased that Esme is no longer associating with the two of them.

Jordan brings Trina in for an “informal chat” regarding the video of Josslyn and Cameron.  She asks her if she has any idea how Esme could have planted the video.  She wants to understand the timing of the evening.  How long was Trina passed out in her room?  What time did Esme and Spencer leave? How does she think that Esme could have left the video camera or other recording device in Josslyn and Cameron’s room when she and Spencer left hours prior?  She questions Trina about the drinking and tells her while she does not condone under age drinking that she will not be asking her questions about that.  Trina says she is a lightweight when it comes to drinking.  She passed out after just one drink.  She is still unaware that Esme drugged her.  Jordan reminds Trina that she can call a parent or a legal advocate.  Trina says she doesn’t want to bother them and that she has nothing to hide.  Trina tells Jordan to go through her phone and that will prove her innocence but when Trina opens her purse Jordan finds two phones, Trina’s phone and the one that Esme planted in her purse while she was visiting with Spencer at Spring Ridge.  Jordan wants to know whose phone she is holding.  Trina says that she has no idea how that phone got into her bag and begs Jordan to believe her. Trina naively gives the phone to Jordan to examine.  After the police look at the phone, Jordan calls Curtis and lets him know what she has found out about Trina.  Curtis then immediately calls Portia and Taggert who rush to the P.C.P.D.  Taggert is furious that Trina would turn over anything without a warrant.  Portia tells Trina not to say another word until their lawyer arrives.  Portia says that she really isn’t sure what has happened but she tells Trina that whoever is behind it will pay. Jordan is made aware by Dante that the video of Josslyn and Cameron is on the phone that Trina voluntarily handed over. She later announces to everyone in the booking room that the phone in Trina’s bag is directly related to the dissemination of unlawfully taped, sexually explicit images.  Josslyn loses it, she says there is no way that Trina made that tape and that she is being framed. She lashes out at Dante and tells him that she specifically said in her statement that she believed that Esme was behind the tape. She asks Dante why Esme hasn’t been brought in for questioning.  Dante tells Josslyn that she has to either keep it together or leave.

Dante arrests Trina.  Trina cries while Dante reads her Miranda rights and escorts her to her cell.  Portia and Curtis embrace.

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GH Transcript Monday, March 28, 2022

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Alexis: Ohh! [ Sniffs ]

Molly: Hey! I thought I heard you come in!

Alexis: Something smells incredible! You…cooked!

Molly: [ Laughs ]

TJ: Well, we cooked. As a thank-you for being so amazing and letting us stay here so long.

Alexis: Well, I didn’t cook, but I stopped at Eckert’s, so they cooked.

TJ: Ahh.

Molly: Mmm!

Alexis: Have some dessert for you. I’m gonna miss you guys.

Molly: Oh, well, it is a good thing you have such a compelling and demanding job to throw yourself into. That way, you’ll be too busy to miss us.

Phyllis: Lorraine! Sorry. Harmony.

Harmony: Hey. Thanks for coming. Lorraine’s in the past for a reason, so hope you didn’t call to reminisce. Working in New York was a long time ago. Things are a little fuzzy.

Phyllis: This is about something in the here and now.

Harmony: Okay. What’s on your mind?

Phyllis: We need to talk about you and Nina.

Nina: Where’s my aunt?

Scott: Uh, she’s running a little behind.

Nina: [ Sighs ] Alright. I’ll be at a table.

Scott: Wait, wait. Whoa, whoa. Hang on. Hang on. Come on, now. Come. Come on. Sit down. I kept you out of prison. Can you at least sit with me while we wait for Liesl?

Nina: Fine.

Scott: Okay. Ahh. There we go. Bygones be bygones, huh?

Marshall: Why were you talking with Sonny Corinthos?

Curtis: We were talking about a run-in you two had. Care to explain?

Marshall: What exactly did he say?

Curtis: He said that you’d been hostile. And I know it’s not the first time. Why is that?

Marshall: [ Chuckles ] Told you before. I don’t trust Sonny’s type.

Curtis: Yeah, well, I have noticed that every time Sonny’s name is mentioned, you have a strong reaction. It almost feels personal.

Marshall: Well, I have a personal aversion to mob kingpins.

Curtis: Marshall, look. I know you can duck and dodge with the best of them. Hell, you’ve been doing that since you’ve arrived in Port Charles. But if bringing you into my life means bringing trouble to the doorstep of the house that Portia and I share… man, I need to know.

Esme: I have nowhere to go. Is there any way I could stay with you?

Portia: I bet you anything that that girl is the one behind the video of Joss and Cam. Ugh. I’m just so relieved that Trina is finally out of Esme’s orbit.

Taggert: Yeah, she’s a piece of work, that one. Takes every little bit of me not to give old Esme and lover-boy Spencer a piece of my mind.

Portia: If I have to bite my tongue, so can you.

Taggert: [ Sighs ]

Portia: [ Chuckles ] Besides, Trina would be mortified.

Taggert: Yeah, well, that’s the only thing stopping me.

Portia: Have I told you recently what a good father you are?

Taggert: Having a great daughter like Trina makes it easy. I got lucky.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Dante: Josslyn. Hey.

Josslyn: Hey.

Dante: What are you doing here? Are you looking for Detective Lopez?

Josslyn: No, no. Actually, I’m just waiting for Trina. Commissioner Ashford says she has a couple questions for her. Shouldn’t take long.

Dante: Right. Uh… you might want to head home because it might take longer than you think.

Jordan: Have a seat. This is just an informal chat, but it might disrupt your plans for the evening. Is there anyone you need to call?

Trina: I’m missing a lecture. But I can get the notes from my study partner. This is more important.

Jordan: I see. Well, as you’ve already figured out, I’ve called you in because we’re investigating what happened to Josslyn and Cameron. Are you comfortable answering a few questions?

Trina: Ask me anything. I want to help you find the person that set my friends up. And I hope you make them pay for it.

Nikolas: You want to stay at Wyndemere?

Esme: I know it’s an imposition, but it wouldn’t be forever. Just until I can get on my feet.

Nikolas: You have to understand — you and Spencer have broken up. Having you come and stay in his family home, it would put me in an awkward position, Esme, especially given the fragile state of Spencer and my relationship.

Esme: I understand.

Nikolas: I’m so glad.

Esme: You’ve turned your back on me, too.

Josslyn: Really don’t mind waiting for Trina to be done. I mean, she’s had a lot to deal with since that night at the cabin.

Dante: Well, I think you’ve had the most to deal with since that night at the cabin. Trina’s your friend. She wants to help you.

Josslyn: Trina’s my best friend. And the person that you should be talking to is Spencer’s psycho girlfriend, Esme Prince. Have you brought her in yet?

Esme: You believe the horrible things people are saying about me.

Nikolas: Esme, I’m no stranger to unfair accusations. I don’t believe everything I hear.

Esme: Too bad Spence doesn’t share your discernment. He’s taking Trina’s word over mine.

Nikolas: It is hard to believe that Trina would betray Joss and Cam in that way.

Esme: Trina’s got everybody fooled. Believe me, she is no saint.

Nikolas: I don’t believe in labeling people saints or sinners. Everyone is capable of both. But I do trust my wife’s instincts, and Ava thinks very highly of Trina.

Esme: Right. Much more highly than she thinks of me.

Jordan: Trina, you don’t recall seeing anyone enter Josslyn and Cameron’s room at the cabin besides them?

Trina: No. But there was plenty of chances for her to do it.

Jordan: Her?

Trina: Esme Prince. She’s behind this.

Jordan: Both Josslyn and Cameron’s statements indicate that Spencer and Esme left earlier that evening. Did you see or hear anything that would lead you to believe it was Esme who set up the camera?

Trina: [ Exhales sharply ] Nothing concrete, but who else would have done it? There were big blocks of time when we were all in the cabin and Esme was unaccounted for. She had means, motive, and opportunity.

Jordan: Where were you when Spencer and Esme left?

Trina: I was in my room. Uh, I didn’t actually see them leave.

Jordan: How long were you in your room?

Trina: A few hours. I was feeling a bit…off.

Jordan: I know about the drinking game, and although I do not condone underage drinking, that’s not what I’m interested in right now.

Trina: [ Sighs ] Clearly, I’m a lightweight when it comes to drinking. I had one hot toddy, and it, like, put me out.

Jordan: You blacked out.

Trina: Yeah. Pretty much.

Jordan: Let me remind you, even though this is just an informal conversation, you can call a parent or legal advocate.

Trina: Thanks. But I don’t want to bother them. Besides, I have nothing to hide.

Marshall: I doubt any of this will come knocking at your — your new home, but your club, man, that’s a different story.

Curtis: What about The Savoy?

Marshall: Curtis, I’ve worked enough clubs as a musician to see how these mob types, they — they get their hooks into club owners, and then — then their clubs become their personal playground.

Curtis: There have been offers, and I have refused them.

Marshall: See? See? And those offers, they can quickly become demands.

Curtis: That’s not the case with Sonny.

Marshall: Where do you get the notion that Sonny corinthos is some sort of benevolent don? TJ wants to believe this, too.

Curtis: Years ago, TJ witnessed a shooting. Jordan and I were limited as to what we could do, and… Sonny was there to protect him.

Marshall: Whew. I never knew that.

Curtis: I wouldn’t call the man benevolent, but he is most certainly conscientious. He was there for TJ when it mattered most.

Marshall: Well, my issue with Sonny isn’t personal. I just don’t want the man to suddenly decide to call in his debts.

Curtis: You sure that’s all it is?

Phyllis: I couldn’t violate Nina’s privacy back in the day. But now I can tell you that Nina was my patient and in a coma. Nina gave birth, and her mother tricked me into giving her child away.

Harmony: That’s so tragic. Um, why are you telling me this?

Phyllis: To make you understand. Nina’s had so much loss in her life, yet she still has the capacity to love. That love extends to the grandson you two share. So talk to your daughter. Convince Willow and Michael that Nina is no threat to Wiley. You have a winning way about you. I remember how well you got along with Nina’s mother, Madeline.

Nina: Scotty, you and Aunt Liesl conspired without me knowing, and you put Willow on the stand.

Scott: Yeah, yeah, I know. To save you from jail! Now, I’m not going to apologize for that.

Nina: Well, I’m not going to apologize for resenting you for ignoring my wishes.

Scott: Yeah, but — [ Sighs ] See, the reason why I did that was ’cause I knew you wouldn’t approve of my strategy. And I can see why you feel like you were blindsided in — in court.

Nina: Well, that almost sounded like an apology.

Scott: Well, that’s about the best you’re gonna get from me because I’m not sorry for keeping you out of jail. So come on. Let’s — let’s put this behind us. You’re Liesl’s niece, and I’m her boyfriend.

Nina: What is taking her so long?!

Scott: Rush hour.

Nina: [ Groans ] Okay. I suppose I only have two options here. “A,” I could reschedule.

Scott: Yeah? Two?

Nina: Or, “B,” order a cocktail and… enjoy the company.

Scott: Trish. Two martinis. On me.

Alexis: Well, you don’t have to worry about me being alone because Harmony is gonna stay here for a little bit. Quelle surprise. It appears you have an opinion about that.

Molly: Well, inviting Harmony to live here is a big deal.

Alexis: Honey, she’s having a hard time. She’s just gonna stay here until she can afford a place of her own.

Molly: Where’s she been staying? Her car? What happened?

Alexis: None of your business. Again with the eyes. Alright. Listen. Why don’t you just use your words, get it all out, get it off your chest so I don’t have to stand here and be questioned like a little girl?

Jordan: The reason I called you in here is because we received a call on the tip line implicating you in what happened to Josslyn and Cameron. The caller claims to have seen you watching the video on your phone weeks ago, well before the video was released online.

Trina: [ Scoffs ] No, that’s — that’s impossible. I never had that video on my phone except when someone sent it to me. And even then, I deleted it right away. Wait. I-I can prove it. Check my phone.

Jordan: Trina, you are not required to hand over your phone.

Trina: It’s fine. I’m volunteering. I want you to know that this “tipster,” who I’m going to bet is Esme, is lying. I’m sorry. There’s like a thousand things in my bag.

Jordan: Can you describe your phone?

Trina: Black smartphone with a purple case.

Jordan: And you only have one?

Trina: Why would I need two? Here it is.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Jordan: I thought you only had one phone.

Trina: I do. It’s my study partner. Wondering why I missed lecture. This is my phone.

Jordan: Then who does this belong to?

Trina: I have no clue. Please. Believe me. I-I have no idea how that one got in my bag.

Scott: How’s the Colonel? You know, the Kentucky Fried brother of Cyrus?

Nina: Oh, that’s just great. Ava’s been talking. Did she also tell you that I’m considering suing for visitation of Wiley?

Scott: You mean petitioning for visitation because you still got to go to court, and it’s — it’s kind of a tough sell.

Nina: No, that’s not how Martin described it.

Scott: Yeah, well, he might have oversold it to you. You know, uh, billable hours.

Nina: Are you saying that a New York State law won’t guarantee that I have access to my own grandson?

Scott: You have a standing for a petition.

Nina: That’s just great. Martin’s not in Port Charles right now. He’s checking on his mother. So we’ve put a pin in my legal action.

Scott: Well, now… I’m available. Oh! Family rate.

Nina: I really don’t think it’d be a good idea for you to represent me again. Plus, I have a plan in the works, and it does not involve the inside of a courtroom.

Scott: Now, why is that? Why don’t you want to go down the legal road? Is it the same reason why you didn’t want me to put Willow on the stand?

Phyllis: Your friendship with Madeline reeves was such a surprise. Whew. She was an ice queen. So cold to anyone she considered to be “the help.”

Harmony: Are you sure you’re remembering correctly? Because I-I actually don’t remember a Madeline reeves.

Phyllis: Oh. Sure you do. The attractive blonde in the penthouse apartment? The two of you used to walk dogs together.

Harmony: Oh. Right. Yes. With the — with the toy poodle. Yeah. Um, I didn’t know she was Nina’s mother. Mm-hmm. I just knew her as Madeline. And we were not friends. We were — we were, like, cordial at best.

Phyllis: Hmm. That’s not how it looked to me. I remember you laughing and talking together. I was shocked that she could be that friendly to anyone.

Harmony: I see what’s going on here. Yeah. You didn’t — you didn’t call me of your own accord. Well, you can pass this message on to Nina. Point taken. It’s under consideration. Good day.

Curtis: Okay. Let’s put this to rest right now. Your issue with Sonny Corinthos, it has nothing to do with why you were hiding all those years?

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Curtis: Excuse me. I got to take this. Do what you gotta do, son.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Curtis: Well, I’m glad you decided to call me. I could definitely use your help.

Jordan: I haven’t changed my mind about Marshall’s sealed records. This is about something else entirely.

Curtis: What is it?

Jordan: Well, since we recently discussed ethics, I need your advice.

Curtis: My advice about what?

Jordan: Well, you know how a member of law enforcement should not contact the family of a suspect being questioned? What about contacting a family friend?

Curtis: Uh, well, that depends on the suspect in the situation.

Jordan: Suppose the P.O.I. Is the daughter of a longtime friend and former partner of said law-enforcement officer. Maybe there’s some ethical space to contact a family friend, someone who’s close to the mother of the suspect?

Curtis: You’re talking about Trina. Jordan, what’s going on?

Jordan: This is hypothetical. I’m just wondering if I should contact a family friend to let them know that a young lady is being questioned at the station right now and has refused legal counsel.

Curtis: Hypothetically, that friend of the family would be grateful. Thanks, Jordan. Uh, something’s come up with Trina. We’ll continue this conversation later?

Marshall: Of course. Everything alright?

[ Sighs ]

[ Door closes ]

Marshall: Take care of your family, son. ‘Cause I’m definitely gonna take care of mine.

Portia: This is really nice. I mean, we’ve always been wonderful co-parents, but I’m just glad that we’re still friends. And I really appreciate you wishing me and Curtis well. [ Chuckles ] Are you really good with us moving in together?

Taggert: And moving on? I mean, Portia — you, me, Trina, we’re family. Why wouldn’t I be okay with my family being happy?

[ Cellphone rings ]

Portia: Oh! Were your ears burning? Trina’s where?

Nikolas: Ava and I are grateful that you encouraged Spencer to reconcile with us.

Esme: But her gratitude stops short of letting me sleep under her roof. She’ll forgive Spence because he’s your son, but not me.

Nikolas: That’s unfair.

Esme: Ava doesn’t know what it’s like to be abandoned. I mean, not the way that Spence and I do. And you… Spence told me how you grew up — first in Greece, then out on Spoon Island, isolated, not even knowing your mother until you were 16.

Nikolas: Those were lonely days.

Esme: I thought my lonely days were over when I met Spence. I was an orphan. After my parents died, it was just me and my nanny. Then she took another position, and I was sent away to school. Spence understood because he felt that pain himself. He became my family. Now he has his family back, and I no longer have him. I have no one.

Nikolas: I’m sorry. This has been so hard on you, Esme. But I can’t appear to take sides.

Esme: Then I guess I’ll have to leave Port Charles. I’m out of places to stay or people that care about me. Everyone hates me here.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Nikolas: I’m sorry. Esme, sit tight. We’ll figure something out. Hi. I’m at the restaurant.

Esme: Wonder where they’re rushing off to. To Trina, the saint.

Alexis: I mean, any more issues you can tell me. Just, you know, do it now because she’s gonna be here any minute.

Molly: Harmony’s coming for dinner?

Alexis: Is that a problem?

TJ: Alexis, w-we don’t know Harmony well enough to have any issues with her, but Shawn was concerned and he wanted us to keep an eye out on her.

Alexis: Really?

Molly: Mom. Okay. Shawn cares about you. You know he does. But he doesn’t really trust Harmony, and he’s concerned that she still has some secrets.

Alexis: Who doesn’t? And whatever secrets Harmony may have does not concern you, you, or Shawn.

[ Door opens ]

[ Harmony clears throat ]

[ Door closes ]

Harmony: [ Chuckles ] Guess my keys work. Hi.

Nina: There are no messages. She hasn’t — she hasn’t responded to my texts!

Scott: I’m — I’m sure she’ll be along.

Nina: You don’t seem concerned or the least bit worried. Wait a second. Did Liesl set me up and she made me sit with you while I was waiting for her?

Scott: I can’t confirm that. Or deny it.

Nina: Oh, okay. That’s it. I am out of here. I cannot believe that you manipulated me again.

Scott: Wait a minute. I thought we were over this Willow thing.

Nina: Well, you thought wrong. We’re not.

Scott: Ohh. Come on. You know what? I-I’m gonna give it to you straight. The reason why you didn’t want me to put Willow on the stand is the same reason why you don’t want to drag Michael into court over Wiley. Because you have it bad for Sonny.

Nina: I really don’t think that that’s any of your business.

Scott: W-what is it about Sonny? Is — is it the slicked-back hair? What is his real appeal?

Nina: Scott, there’s more to Sonny than you know. He’s not — he’s not immune to pain and loss.

Scott: [ Sighs ] Yeah, he has a very chaotic life, so he’s had a lot of losses. But you’re not answering my question. Can you deny that you’re not in love with Sonny? I thought so. So I have a little piece of advice for you. I suggest you get off this ride, go through the gift shop, and never, ever look back!

Josslyn: Dante. What is going on? I mean, why is Trina in the interrogation room?

Dante: We have to talk to everyone who was at the cabin that night. Trina, Spencer, Esme. Everyone’s included in that.

Josslyn: Yeah, but the interview started in the commissioner’s office, so why are we moving to the interrogation room? I mean, I thought that this was just routine.

Jordan: Dante.

Dante: I gotta get back to work. Are you sure you want to hang here?

Josslyn: Yeah. I-I told Trina I’d wait. So I’m gonna wait.

Dante: Okay. Purple case, like the tipster described.

Jordan: Trina claims this isn’t her phone. She’s got another one.

Dante: So this is ours to examine?

Jordan: There’s no password protection.

Dante: That’s a little too convenient.

Jordan: Indeed.

Dante: I’ll get this down to forensics.

Jordan: Okay.

Taggert: Where’s my daughter?! Jordan! I thought we were friends.

Harmony: Um, I think I’ve caused enough problems for tonight. Thank you so much for a lovely dinner, but I’m gonna go and let you guys have your last night here together alone.

Molly: No. Absolutely not. Look. TJ and I will go. My mother’s upset with us.

Alexis: No. I’m not upset with you. I’m upset with Shawn, who overstepped and put you in an awkward position… which you fully embraced.

Harmony: I’m — I’m — I’m just gonna go.

Alexis: Stay right there.

Molly: Look, Shawn and my mother go way back, and he’s very protective of her, as are we.

TJ: Right. And, Alexis, I understand your outrage, and I wish Shawn did not ask us to play watchdog. Any concerns he had, he should have shared directly with you.

Alexis: Oh, he did. I just don’t get if he trusts me with his business why doesn’t he trust me with my own life?

Harmony: Well, I, for one, am happy that Shawn asked molly and TJ to spy on me.

Harmony: Alexis has been a good, supportive friend, so I get Shawn’s impulse. I mean, I wouldn’t want to let anyone hurt her, either. And you guys should know that Shawn put me on notice directly. So I’m not surprised that he asked Molly and TJ to look out for you. And you should be appreciative that you have friends who care and love you.

TJ: That is…a gracious way of looking at it, Harmony.

Harmony: Or it’s a ploy to get some pie. ‘Cause I’d really like some. It’s been a day.

[ Laughter ]

Molly: We’re on it.

Alexis: So, what else happened today besides my ex recruiting my daughter and her partner to spy on you?

Harmony: Try, um, Nina reeves enlisting a former colleague of mine to help her secure visitation with Wiley.

Nina: I know Sonny is no angel, okay? But neither is my Aunt Liesl. I mean, there are a lot of people who think that she is a menace, Scott. She’s done horrible things.

Scott: No, she’s not a menace anymore.

Nina: Okay. M-my point is… that… you’ve defied all the naysayers by finding happiness in the most unlikely partner, right? Why can’t I?

Nikolas: Sorry. That was my mother. She can’t make dinner. And since it appears the guest of honor isn’t bothering to show, I think the celebration is officially a bust.

Esme: I thought you and Spence were getting closer. I was so optimistic.

Nikolas: So was I. I don’t get it.

Esme: I mean, that’s Spence. It’s why I’ve had to stay on him about things, especially mending his relationship with you. I’m sorry I won’t be around to keep doing that.

Nikolas: I’ve noticed you put in that effort, and I’ve appreciated it, Esme. And I also appreciate how you’ve been there for Spencer when I wasn’t.

Esme: Well, I still believe that you two will, uh, work things out. Might take time. That’s all. In the meantime, I need to figure out my next step, starting with a place to stay.

Nikolas: I’ve been in your shoes. Unsure where to call home, surrounded by people without good intentions.

Esme: I’m strong. I’ll get through it.

Nikolas: You could. But you won’t have to. I can’t let you worry where you’re gonna lay your head at night.

Esme: Does this mean what I think it does?

Trina: You have to believe me. I-I don’t know where that second phone came from.

Portia: Baby, we know that it wasn’t yours.

Taggert: Why would you turn anything over without a warrant? Why would you talk to the cops without an attorney, baby?! If I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a million times!

Portia: Marcus! That’s enough. What’s done is done. It —

Trina: I don’t think it was a big deal. Because I didn’t do anything wrong! I was with Jordan. Commissioner Ashford.

Taggert: Okay. Um, I understand. But remember, moving forward, there’s no such thing as casual talk with a cop. Anything you say can be used against you.

Trina:I just wanted to help Joss and Cam!

Portia: I understand that, and that’s very admirable of you, but now it’s time for you to help yourself.

Trina: What do I do?

Portia: You talk to no one, no one else, until our lawyer gets here. And your father and I are gonna get to the bottom of this.

Taggert: Yeah. Starting right now.

Portia: We’re gonna figure this out, and everything’s gonna be alright. Are you holding on okay?

Trina: [ Crying ] I just hate that I made you guys so upset. I’m so sorry for all of this.

Portia: Oh, sweetheart. We’re only upset because we know how unfair this is to you. You don’t need to be sorry. And I promise you this. Whoever did do this to you… they will be.

Scott: You cannot save Sonny.

Nina: Sonny doesn’t need to be saved, Scott. He just needs a partner who understands him. Someone who accepts him. Someone who will support him.

Scott: You don’t think Carly did that? They went through many storms together, but in the end… he ended up letting her down. So what makes you think he’s not gonna do that to you?

Nina: I don’t know. He might. But I want to try.

Scott: [ Sighs ] There it is.

Nina: Okay. I’m calling it a night.

Scott: Okay. Let me say this real quick, then. You can’t have Wiley and Sonny. You got to make a choice. Who do you want — kid or the gangster? Who’s more important to you?

Alexis: I really understand you not wanting to pressure Willow with everything that’s going on. And I really appreciate you overlooking all the stuff about the secrets and the kids and all of that.

Harmony: Oh…

Alexis: I hope you know that whatever you say to me is held in confidence.

Harmony: I do feel safe with you. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna go see if I can get some of that pie.

Alexis: Ohh!

Harmony: Oh, my goodness. Shoot. I’m so sorry.

Alexis: Alright. It’s alright.

Molly: It’s pie time whew. Okay. I’ll get it.

TJ: -Whoa.

Harmony: -I’m s–

Molly: What’s going on?

Harmony: -Got a spill. Sorry. -Oh.

Alexis: It’s just a little spill.

Marshall: Thank you… gracious lady.

Phyllis: Mm-hmm.

Marshall: Alright.

Phyllis: Marshall. I don’t want to pry, but I get the feeling you’ve lived a lot of life. I just want you to know anytime you need a friendly ear…

Marshall: You’re an insightful lady, Phyllis. And, yeah, you’re right. My life’s had twists and turns, mostly without my family, without my people. [ Chuckles ] Life, it’s tough. It’s just tough without connections.

Phyllis: Well, you don’t have to go through life alone. Sometimes you choose your family, too.

Marshall: [ Chuckles ]

Phyllis: You just never know. You might come across someone for a reason. That happened with me and my friends Sonny and Nina. They’ve become family. They’ve been there for me like nobody else. They’re actually why I’m in Port Charles.

Marshall: You’re talking about Sonny Corinthos?

Phyllis: Mm-hmm. This is his place. He bought it and gave me this job after I lost Lenny and The Tan-O. I can never repay his support and generosity. Nina’s, too. But I vow to always be there for them.

Marshall: I feel the same way about protecting my family. I wasn’t here for them, but I’m here now, and I’ll fight for them, no matter the cost.

Jordan: The tipster said the evidence was on a phone inside of Trina’s bag.

Curtis: That sounds a little too neat.

Jordan: I don’t disagree, but it’s enough detail to create reasonable suspicion of a crime. Trina shouldn’t have handed that phone over.

[ Door opens ]

Taggert: How could you?! We were partners!

Curtis: Whoa. Taggert. Easy. Jordan’s just doing our job.

Taggert: And where the hell do you get off questioning her without an attorney?!

Jordan: I asked, and she declined. It wasn’t official.

Taggert: Oh. Yea– really?! But it is now, right?

Jordan: I had no choice, Taggert. I have to investigate.

[ Knock on door ]

Dante: A word?

Jordan: Yeah.

Taggert: What the hell?!

Curtis: Look, uh, you have every right to be upset, okay? Just go easy on Jordan.

Taggert: My kid is in a police interrogation room. My daughter is being framed. Trina?! Really?! Come on, man. We know she wouldn’t do this!

Curtis: And that’s weighing on Jordan, which is probably why she, uh, reached out to me to loop you and Portia in. Taggert, no one wants to see Trina get railroaded.

Jordan: Taggert.

[ Door closes ]

Taggert: I have a feeling I’m not gonna like what you have to say.

Jordan: You won’t. And trust me, I don’t like having to say it, either.

Portia: Jordan. Tell Trina not to worry.

Jordan: Trina, please come with me.

Portia: Where, exactly?

Jordan: Booking.

Nina: Scott, you’re out of time and I’m out of patience. So… ohh! Thank you for the drink. And, no, thank you, for the unsolicited advice.

Scott: Well — well — h-hang on here. I hope you listened to everything I said, because if Wiley is what you want, I will do everything in my power to get that kid for you. But if it’s Sonny, then you’re on your own. And God help you.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Nina: [ Gasps ] Hey. Phyllis. How’d it go?

Phyllis: I did what you asked and spoke with Harmony.

Nina: And?

Phyllis: It didn’t go as well as I’d hoped.

Nina: [ Sighs ]

Alexis: It’s not coming out. I probably — I should probably use some seltzer.

Harmony: No, no. No need. I’ve got everything right here.

Alexis: Oh. You found the carpet cleaner.

Harmony: Yeah.

Alexis: How’d you know that was in the basement?

Harmony: I don’t know. I guess just, like, years of being a caregiver gives you a sense of where people keep things. I hope you don’t mind. Here. I got it.

Alexis: Uh, no. It’s your home, too. For now.

Nikolas: It’s not five-star accommodations, but I’ll rent the room above Kelly’s for you to stay short-term.

Esme: Kelly’s. I, um, didn’t know there was lodging there.

Nikolas: There is.

Esme: Thank you. I’ll be all alone, but at least I won’t be on the streets.

Nikolas: You won’t be alone. I’ll stop in and check on you. Whatever the state of your relationship with Spencer, you won’t be abandoned.

Esme: Thank you, thank you, thank you! You saved my life.

Portia: Commissioner Ashford! You tell me what you’re trying to book my daughter for.

Jordan: The phone Trina handed over directly links her to the illegal possession and dissemination of unlawfully taped, sexually explicit images.

[ Taggert scoffs ]

Josslyn: That’s — that’s impossible! You have the wrong person!

Trina: It wasn’t me, Joss! It was Esme! Esme Prince!

Taggert: Trina, Trina, Trina. Shh!

Trina: She set me up!

Taggert: Trina! Not another word until we get an attorney here.

Josslyn: No! No. Trina’s right. And it was Esme. It was Esme prince! She set this whole thing up! Why aren’t you investigating Esme? I told Detective Lopez in my statement that it was her.

Dante: Okay, okay. Josslyn, this is not the time or the place. You got to calm down, or you got to leave.

Portia: Listen to me, honey. It’s gonna be okay. I don’t want you to worry. It’s gonna be fine. It’s gonna be okay.

Jordan: Detective.

Portia: No. Jordan. Don’t do this. You know her! Really?

Dante: [ Sighs ] Trina Robinson, you’re under arrest.

Portia: It’s gonna be okay.

Dante: You have the right to remain silent. Should you give up that right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be held against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you. Do you understand these rights as I’ve explained them to you?

Trina: Yes.

Portia: [ Crying ]

On the next “General Hospital” —

Sam: What are you doing her?

Jordan (to Laura): There’s another piece of the puzzle I need to make you aware of.

Harmony to Alexis: Have you made any decisions I need to know about?

Ava (to Trina): This is a terrible miscarriage of justice.

Esme (to Nikolas): What did I do to deserve your kindness?

Sonny (to Carly): If somebody pulls out a knife…

Carly (to Sonny) You pull out a gun.

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Harmony visits Phyllis, who tells her about Nina’s past. She asks her to speak with Willow on Nina’s behalf, since she’s no danger to Wiley. She mentions that Harmony had a way with people, including Nina’s mother, Madeline. Harmony pretends not to remember Madeline and that she didn’t know she was Nina’s mother. She suddenly thinks that Nina and Phyllis are trying to blackmail her into doing what they want.

TJ and Molly cooked dinner for Alexis to thank her for letting them stay with her. Molly is not happy to hear that Harmony will be staying with Alexis after they leave and is shocked that Alexis invited her for dinner. TJ mentions that Shawn asked them to watch out for Harmony, whom he doesn’t trust. Harmony arrives, using the keys Alexis gave her. After dinner, Harmony tries to give them some time alone, but they insist she stay. Harmony tells them that she’s glad Shawn wants them to spy on her. Later, she spills coffee and runs out of the room. She brings back cleaner for the rug.

Nina looks for Liesl at the Metro Court but finds Scotty instead. She’s still annoyed with him for putting Willow on the stand, even though it kept her out of jail. They have drinks together and chat about trying to sue for visitation. He doesn’t think that will work out for her, but he’s more interested in what secrets she’s keeping about Willow. Nina is livid to find that Aunt Liesl isn’t showing up and wanted her to talk to Scott. Scott thinks that her secret is that she’s crazy about Sonny, and he wonders what all the women see in him. He advises her to run while she can. They argue about Sonny. Scotty tells her that she can’t have both Sonny and Wiley. She has to choose. She thanks him for his advice and asks Phyllis about how it went with Harmony, but Phyllis informs her that it didn’t go well.

Trina answers Jordan’s questions at the police station while Joss waits for her friend. Trina gets out her purse so she can show her phone to Jordan. However, she finds two in her bag that look exactly the same.

Curtis wants to know why Marshall is so hostile to Sonny. Marshall is worried that mobsters will try to take over Curtis’ club and get him involved in illegal activities. Curtis lets him know that Sonny did them favors in the past, so he doesn’t think he has to worry about him. He still thinks Marshall is hiding something. Curtis gets a call from Jordan; she tells him in a circumspect way about Trina being at the police station.

At the Metro Court, Esme asks Nikolas if she could stay with him, since she has nowhere else to go. He tells her that she can’t stay there, since she and Spencer have broken up. It puts him in a weird position. Esme turns on the “poor little me” act. Nikolas agrees to put her up in the room above Kelly’s until she can find a place. He assures her that he’ll check on her, so she won’t be abandoned. Esme throws herself into his arms, hugging him and saying he saved her life.

Portia and Taggert are at a nearby table. Portia is sure that Esme is the one who set up Trina. Portia is glad they can still be friends. Curtis phones to tell her about Trina. They go to visit Trina at the police station. She swears she didn’t know anything about the second phone. They assure her that they believe her. Taggert is annoyed that she’s been cooperating with the police. Trina is sorry that they’re upset. Jordan and Curtis agree that the evidence against Trina looks suspicious. Taggert comes in and reads them the riot act. Jordan is forced to book Trina. Joss is there and tells her that Trina is innocent. Trina protests that Esme is the one who did it, but Taggert tells her to stop talking without her attorney. Joss, upset, says that Trina is right. Dante tells her to calm down or leave, and then he reads Trina her rights and arrests her.

Phyllis and Marshall find that they have one thing in common — how they’ll fight for their family. He’s surprised that she speaks so highly of Sonny.

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Sonny: What kind of favor are we talking about?

Curtis: I know you have access to certain kinds of information.

Sonny: Could you be a little more specific?

Curtis: I need to get my hands on a sealed police file.

Nikolas: Perhaps it’s time that you told us exactly what you’ve been planning since before you got back in town.

Victor: Maybe you’re right.

Nikolas: You got our full attention. What’s the big plan?

Victor: I’m afraid this conversation is for family only.

Nikolas: We are family.

Victor: Some more so than others.

Taggert: Would you stop? Stop worrying.

Portia: Mnh-mnh-mnh.

Taggert: I mean, Trina’s only a few minutes late. And frankly, I’m glad because it’s gonna give me some time to wrap my head around this — this — this Joss and Cam sex tape. What?

Portia: Well, I don’t actually think that you can call it a sex tape when the people involved don’t know they’re being taped.

Taggert: That would be considered revenge porn. And that is against the law in the state of New York.

Portia: I just think it’s disgusting that anyone would target Trina’s friends in that way. I mean, to me, far too much of our kids’ lives are already on the internet for everyone to see. But to exploit someone’s private moments like that?

Taggert: And w–

Portia: That’s — no, that’s disgusting.

Taggert: W-w-what about Spencer Cassadine’s girlfriend?

Portia: [ Sighs ]

Taggert: Really? Accusing Trina of being the one that posted this video?

Portia: I just hope that all of this will make Trina realize that Esme and Spencer are bad news all the way around for her.

Taggert: Oh, look who it is!

Portia: Oh, well, hi, Trina! Hey!

Trina: Hi.

Taggert: Hey, group hug

Trina: -Oh!

Portia: -Mm!

Taggert: I am so glad you could make it. Oh, I’ll — I’ll tell the hostess we’re ready to be seated.

Trina: Oh, no, I-I can’t stay ’cause I have class in, like, 30 minutes.

Taggert: What? It’s just going to be a “hello and goodbye”?

Trina: Unless you want me just to blow off class.

Portia: Oh, no, no, no. Perish the thought. Mnh-mnh. [ Chuckles ]

Taggert: You know, I am just amazed at your crazy schedule — full-time student at PCU while continuing your job at the gallery.

Trina: I know what you’re doing.

Portia: Spending some precious moments with our beautiful little girl?

Trina: No. You’re trying to see with your own eyes if I’m surviving all this craziness.

Taggert: Well, I mean, since you brought it up, how are you handling this Joss and Cam thing?

Trina: Um, I mean, it’s horrible, but it’s — it’s made me realize I need to be more careful about who I spend my time with.

Spencer: This is a pregnancy test.

Esme: What it is, is none of your business. You want me out of your life? Fine — I’ll go.

Spencer: Esme, wait! What, Spence? What else could you say? Because you’ve already broken my heart.

Jordan: This is Jordan Ashford. Give me a call back when you can. Thank you.

Dante: Hey, Commissioner, may I talk to you for a minute?

Jordan: What’s up, Detective?

Dante: I was talking to ADA Rodriguez about possible charges being filed against whoever put that video of Cameron and Josslyn on the internet.

Jordan: Okay, I’m gonna stop you right there, Dante.

Cameron: Ah, shoot. Are we really that late?

Josslyn: That’s weird. [ Chuckles ] I thought Professor Khan would still be in here so we could at least explain the situation.

Cameron: Do you think we’re the first to use the “still talking to the police” as an excuse for missing class?

Josslyn: You know, I think Professor Khan has heard every excuse in the book.

Cameron: You were a little quiet on the ride here from PCPD.

Josslyn: Well, I was — I was just thinking about my interview with Detective Lopez, going over my statement in my head, making sure I covered everything. Hey, why don’t you check to see if Professor Khan’s in her office?

Cameron: Well, we don’t have to leave just yet. We’re not in a rush. We could spend a few more minutes here.

Josslyn: Why? What’s wrong?

Cameron: Well, I just think, you know, things are a little bit chaotic out there. We could spend a sec here while everyone’s getting situated in their classes.

Josslyn: Oh, so there’s fewer people watching us walk down the hall?

Cameron: Okay, you got me.

Josslyn: Do you really care what random people think?

Cameron: Look, I-I don’t want to care, alright? But this is our first day back on campus since the video got out. It’s obvious that people are talking about us.

Josslyn: About us? Or mostly about me?

Sonny: Look, I know that you had a big part in taking down Cyrus Renault when I was living in Nixon Falls. And, um… I kind of behaved badly at The Savoy a couple of months ago.

Curtis: Sonny, don’t — don’t even worry about it, man. I know you were going through a lot.

Sonny: You do?

Curtis: Well, yeah. You were trying to save your marriage. I know after, uh… my marriage with Jordan blew up over a year ago, I know exactly how difficult that is.

Sonny: Well, I appreciate that. So t-t-this favor, you — you want me to get you — a — a sealed arrest record? Before I go any further, who’s it for?

Curtis: It’s for my “presumed dead but now very much alive” father.

Portia: So, tell me more. Tell me more. [ Chuckles ] About who you’re going to allow to be a part of your life, and most importantly, who you’re not.

Trina: [ Sighs ] Well, um… I visited Spencer at Spring Ridge, and I made it very clear to him that I can’t be friends with him as long as he’s involved with as Esme. And Spencer sided with Esme, which definitely clarifies things and frees me from any impulse to worry about him.

Portia: I’m so proud of you.

Taggert: Good for you for standing up for yourself.

Trina: But it’s hard because… I still think he’s a good person deep down.

Taggert: I’m — you know, I-I don’t know about that. I mean, I remember way back when, when Nikolas was a few years older than Spencer, he was dating my sister, Gia, and, well, I — I just don’t think the Cassadines strike me as particularly deep, that’s all.

Portia: So, Trina, why don’t you tell me what class you’re headed off to? [ Chuckles ]

Trina: Um, social history through art.

Portia: Oh. Are Joss and Cam in that class, too?

Trina: No, but even if Joss was, she wouldn’t be there. She hasn’t been to any of her classes since…

Taggert: I know about the video, Trina. Your mother told me all about it. So how is Joss handling all this?

Trina: Um, I’m not sure. She’s been staying at her mom’s rather than living in her dorm. It’s like Joss needs to hide out for a while, which I totally understand. So I’m just trying to give her her space.

Portia: If I were in Josslyn’s position, I would not want space. Honey, I’d want my best friend.

Trina: Joss hasn’t texted me in a while, and I figured, if she wants to talk to me, she’ll let me know.

Cameron: Us, you — I-it doesn’t matter. We’re in this together.

Josslyn: We were in the video together, and we both had a private moment stolen from us, Cam. But come on, the fallout is different. Okay? It shouldn’t be, but it is because I’m being slut-shamed all over the place. People are making fun of me. They’re critiquing my body. They’re judging me for even having sex at all. And you “tapped that.” And I’m some tramp who just “gave it away.”

Cameron: Joss, I’m sorry.

Josslyn: No, it’s nothing that you did. It’s just — it’s the way things are. And I know that the only way out is through. And I just have to face it down, and I have to keep moving forward. And trust me, that’s absolutely what I’m going to do, but I just hate that I have to deal with something that’s so ugly, so sexist, and just blatantly unfair.

Cameron: I know, and I’m sorry. It is unfair. I just — I saw how you reacted when the people out there were whispering.

Josslyn: [ Sighs ] I thought I handled that pretty well.

Cameron: Well, to anyone else, they wouldn’t have noticed, but, Joss, I know you. I know when you are confident and when you’re only pretending to be.

Josslyn: Well, I like how well you know me. Oh, and I hate how this bothers me so much, because it shouldn’t! We didn’t do anything wrong.

Cameron: I-I know, but this is why I didn’t want to do the invader article.

Josslyn: Oh, well, we needed to go on record. I mean, we needed to state that we did not record that or post it ourselves. And it’s also really important for people to know how invasive this entire experience was. And, you know, we could help other victims of revenge porn.

Camron: I agree with everything you’re saying. It’s just I-I can’t bear to see you get hurt.

Josslyn: Well, you don’t have to protect me. It’s not your job. I didn’t ask for any of this, but here we are. And I’m not going to hide.

Cameron: Look, I didn’t say that we have to hide, but we don’t have to be in the spotlight, either.

Josslyn: Why didn’t you say this before?

Cameron: I did say that.

Josslyn: Then what are you saying? That this is my fault now?

Nikolas: As far as I am concerned, Ava is more my family than you are, Uncle Victor. Anything you have to say, you need to say to both of us.

Victor: I’m sorry, but…no.

Ava: That’s okay. It’s fine, really. In a backhanded way, it’s — it’s sort of a compliment, isn’t it? You can fill me in later, darling. I’ll be at the bar.

Spencer: I would never intentionally hurt you, Esme. You know that.

Esme: Yeah, like you know that I’m not the one responsible for that disgusting video of Joss and Cam?

Spencer: I’m not talking about the video! Why do you have a pregnancy test?!

Esme: Why do you think?! We made love that night before you went to Spring Ridge, remember?

Spencer: [ Sighs ] You’re pregnant?!

Dante: Revenge porn is a crime in New York. What’s the problem?

Jordan: I’m well aware of that, Dante. An investigation into the video of Josslyn and Cameron has been opened. You can provide backup support as needed, but that’s it.

Dante: Why can’t I be the lead? Josslyn Jacks is your stepsister. I just can’t risk the defense casting doubt on any information you may receive.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Dante: Who my father marries shouldn’t disqualify me as an investigator, Jordan.

Jordan: You need to take a step back from this one.

Dante: [ Sighs ]

Jordan: And any evidence you do uncover, you need to notify Detective Lopez immediately.

Dante: Mm. Mm-hmm. Yeah. By the book. Got it.

Jordan: I understand your frustration, Dante. But take it from me — nothing good comes from breaking the rules. Been there, done that, and it didn’t end well.

Curtis: My dad, who I thought was dead most of my life, suddenly shows up in Port Charles a few months ago. Now, you would think that he would come back ready to answer some questions, but, instead, he’s been extra cagey about what happened and where he’s been. Says he wants to start over. I had Drew do a deep dive into his background, and that prompted Marshall to admit to me that he has a criminal record, and it’s been sealed.

Sonny: With all due respect, why is it your business?

Curtis: Normally, it isn’t. I mean, we all have a past that we’re not proud of, including me.

Sonny: But you want me to get sealed information on your father?

Sonny: I have reason. Marshall’s been lying to me.

Victor: I’ve spent too many years preparing for this to let it all fall apart now.

Nikolas: Let what fall apart? I still have no idea what you are talking about.

Victor: Time was, the Cassadines were among the most powerful families on this planet.

Nikolas: [ Chuckles ] That’s a little exaggerated, wouldn’t you say?

Victor: No, I wouldn’t say. Heads of state would routinely line up to do business with us. We were true power players on the international stage, and it is high time this family reclaimed that influence.

Ava: Hey, good evening.

Portia: Hi.

Ava: Will, uh, Trina be joining you?

Portia: She’s already come and gone. [ Chuckles ] She had to get to class.

Taggert: Yeah. We were lucky to get 10 minutes with her. It — it amazes me how that girl races through life.

Portia: -Uh-huh.

Ava: -Yeah. The energy of youth.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

[ Laughter ]

Taggert: Oh. Oh, I’m — I’m sorry. I need to get this.

Portia: Okay. Join me, please.

Ava: Yeah. Thanks. Just for a minute, though. I’m actually here for a — a family celebration.

Portia: Oh.

Ava: It’s just taking a little bit for everyone to arrive.

Portia: Well, what’s the big celebration?

Ava: Spencer’s release from Spring Ridge.

Portia: Ah. Forgive me if I don’t find that to be a reason to celebrate.

Ava: Do you know I agree with you? But it’s for Nikolas’s sake. I’m playing nice.

Portia: Hmm. Better you than me.

[ Both chuckle ]

Ava: Make no mistake, though, it’s gonna be, um, pretty difficult. Especially when Spencer starts to work at the gallery for restitution. It helps, though, that he won’t be answering to me directly. Trina will be supervising him.

Portia: Hm, no. No. That’s not gonna happen.

Spencer: You’re pregnant?! Why didn’t you say anything?

Esme: When was I supposed to tell you — before or after you called me a monster?

Spencer: Esme, please.

Esme: For the record, I haven’t taken the test yet. But I am late. I kept waiting and waiting to get my period, but after ten days, I finally chalked up the nerve to go buy a test.

Spencer: You thought that you might be pregnant for over a week, and you didn’t say anything?

Esme: It was your last week in prison. I thought you had enough to worry about without the possibility of becoming a father.

Spencer: Well, let’s find out. You need to take that test — right now!

Cameron: I don’t want to fight.

Josslyn: I don’t want to fight, either.

Cameron: Okay. Well, then, we just have to remember that we’re — we’re in this together.

Josslyn: Yes, we are. And there’s no reason to hide in here, okay? So let’s go.

Trina: Oh. Hi.

Josslyn: Hi, Trina.

Trina: So, it’s been a few days since we’ve seen each other.

Cameron: Which is pretty weird, right?

Trina: Right. So, um, how are you guys doing?

Josslyn: Hanging in there.

Cameon: So, uh, class is over. What brings you here?

Trina: Um, I’m — I’m looking for Professor Khan.

Cameron: Professor already left.

Trina: Oh. Okay, well, I got to get back to my next class.

Josslyn: Trina, wait. This is crazy.

Trina: It is, right? I miss you guys so much.

Josslyn: We miss you, too.

Sonny: How do you know your father’s lying to you?

Curtis: I had Drew go ahead with the background check.

Sonny: Yeah?

Curtis: He found some information… that made me question Marshall’s account of where he’s been all these years. Look, I, uh — I’m all for one’s right to privacy, but when you start lying to me, I need to know why.

Marshall: I’ll have that back now.

Sonny: See you soon.

Sonny: I’m sorry, I-I can’t help you.

Portia: I think that Spencer is a bad influence on Trina. And I know that you care about her, which is why I’m asking you to reconsider making Trina Spencer’s supervisor. I mean, can’t someone else do it?

Ava: W-when I spoke with Trina about it, she seemed fine working with Spencer.

Portia: Well, things change. Really? I suggest you check in with Trina and see how she’s currently feeling about Spencer.

Jordan: Don’t get me wrong — I’ve done questionable things in the past when my own family was involved. I learned my lesson the hard way. And it’s because of that experience that I refuse to bend the rules again. It’s a very slippery slope.

Dante: I know, Jordan. And I don’t want to compromise the case, but I’m concerned for Cam and Joss and what they’re going through, and I want to be able to help them.

Jordan: I feel the same, but Josslyn and Cameron are doing okay, and Detective Lopez said their statements were clear and very helpful.

Dante: I don’t want this slipping through the cracks.

Jordan: It’s not going to slip through the cracks. Josslyn and Cameron are victims of a crime. The perpetrator’s not getting away with it.

Trina: I hope Cam knows he didn’t have to leave us alone.

Josslyn: Well, you know Cam — he’s just super considerate, and I am in desperate need of some girl time, so…

Trina: Me too. Did you get my text?

Josslyn: No. When did you send it?

Trina: When the video came out. I just… I wanted you to know I was thinking about you.

Josslyn: Oh, you know, I got so many pervy messages that day, I just kind of started deleting them without even looking, and…

Trina: yeah.

Josslyn: …I — I must have accidentally deleted yours, too.

Trina: That explains that, then.

[ Both chuckle ]

Josslyn: Did you get my text?

Trina: I did, yeah. But all it said was that you were staying at your mom’s house, and then I didn’t hear anything else.

Josslyn: Well, I didn’t hear anything else from you, either. Why didn’t you text me again?

Trina: When you didn’t respond to my first text, I just figured you needed space and…

Josslyn: Well [Scoffs] Space from the world, absolutely. But space from you? Never. I mean, you should know that.

Trina: How? You didn’t come to the dorms. You didn’t respond back to my text.

Josslyn: Well, I explained that.

Trina: Yeah, I get it now, but then… I thought you didn’t want to hear from me.

Josslyn: Why wouldn’t I want to hear from you?

Trina: You know how my brain works. When I don’t get information, my brain makes up crazy scenarios, and… the longer the silence was, the crazier they got.

Josslyn: Like what?

Trina: I thought — I thought Esme got to you. And you believed that I was behind the video.

Esme: I’m not taking this test now.

Spencer: Why not?

Esme: Because. I need to get out of here! I can’t stand to look at you one more minute! If Laura hadn’t kept me here, I would have been long gone.

Spencer: Without telling me that you might be pregnant?!

Esme: Stop making this about you, Spence! It’s my body!

Spencer: It is your body. But if you’re pregnant, it is my baby, too.

Esme: [ Laughing ] Really? Are you going to grow out of your clothes?! Are you going to have morning sickness?! Are you going to grow a person inside of you for 9 months?!

Spencer: Come on. Esme. We are getting way ahead of ourselves. We don’t even know if you are pregnant. I mean… …we used protection. [ Breathes sharply ]

Esme: Which isn’t 100% effective. No one likes to talk about that, but it’s the truth.

Spencer: Alright.

Esme: God. [ Voice breaking ] What am I gonna do with a baby? I’ve never even taken care of a dog.

Spencer: We don’t even know there is a baby, okay?

Esme: [ Sniffles ]

Spencer: Which is why you need to take the test.

[ Knock on door ]

Spencer: Ignore the door.

Cameron: Uh, hi. I’m sorry. Is this a bad time?

Esme: No, I was just leaving.

Spencer: Uh, no. Esme, we need to talk!

Esme: My body, my choice, Spence.

[ Door slams shut ]

Cameron: Did she just say…

Spencer: There’s a chance Esme could be pregnant. [ Sighs ]

Esme: [ Sighs ] [ Sighs ]

Curtis: Clarify this for me — you can’t help me or you won’t help me?

Sonny: No, you — you should know the truth, and I could help you, but I — I choose not to.

Curtis: [ Sighs ] Great. Thanks.

Sonny: No, no. [ Stammers ] To me, this is a — a family matter between you and your father. I don’t — I don’t want to get involved.

Curtis: Sonny, I need to know the truth.

Sonny: Well, yeah, I agree with you — you should know the truth, and you should get it through Marshall himself. Hear me out. Your dad’s not a fan of mine. If I get involved, it’s going to make it worse.

Nikolas: That’s it? All of these mentions of some momentous plan, and you’ve just been referring to a business venture?

Victor: Oh. [ Chuckles ] This is no simple business merger, I can assure you. The resources we will gain from a merger with Bronze Hills Holdings will be a significant step towards this family regaining its former power.

Nikolas: I’m not saying it won’t be a financial benefit, because I know it will be. I just expected more.

Victor: Like what?

Nikolas: You made it sound like it would be something…

Victor: Sinister? [ Scoffs ] Like world domination? Yeah, I’m not quite as out there as your grandfather Mikkos was.

Nikolas: I was going to say “criminal.” We’ve both crossed that line in the past.

Victor: True. I’m not one to let arcane laws and petty bureaucracy get in my way. However, right now, I’m focused on building a power base. The question is, do I have your support?

Cameron: Okay. Hold on. Can we back up? Esme had her bags packed. You guys were obviously fighting. Do I want to know what it was about?

Spencer: I accused Esme of recording you and Joss and posting it.

Cameron: Really? Wait. Well, what did she say?

Spencer: She denied it, of course. And then she tried to blame Trina, which is absurd.

Cameron: Completely.

Spencer: I defended Trina, which made Esme furious. We broke up. We had just had the same argument at Spring Ridge, and she stormed out. But I didn’t think that that meant that we were over. Esme decided that we were, and she was almost out the door when I saw that she had a home pregnancy test. Can you believe that she wasn’t even going to tell me?!

Cameron: Wow. Um… that’s a lot.

Spencer: If Esme is pregnant, I’m going to be a father.

Cameron: What are you going to do?

Spencer: I honestly have no idea.

Josslyn: Trina, we both know that it was Esme who posted that video, after she somehow found a way to record me and Cam without our knowledge. It was her! It was all her from the jump. How could you ever think that I could blame you for this?

Trina: It’s just…things got so weird that night at the cabin. That hot toddy… [ Sighs ] …Hit me so hard, I still can’t remember everything that happened. And since that was the night the video was made…

Josslyn: Oh, please. It was Esme. Trina, she has hated me from the second she laid her eyes on me. You know why? Because I could tell that she was psycho. I mean, it was Nelle 2.0 waiting to happen. And that’s why I got so frustrated when she presented you that phony apology at Kelly’s and you — you know, you went along with it.

Trina: [ Breathes deeply ] I owe you a major apology. Esme was all upset because Spencer gave me that art book, and I — I didn’t want to feel like I was taking her boyfriend. Not because of her, but because of me, because I didn’t want to feel like that kind of person. And, also… …I don’t know how I feel about Spencer. But you were right about all of it. Esme is a wack job. And Spencer is just… …blind. But I should be thanking you for calling her out instead of getting all offended.

Josslyn: It’s okay.

Trina: No, no, don’t tell me it’s okay, Joss. You are going through hell, and Esme is trying to blame me for it. She is hateful and horrible. I should have never tried to compromise with her.

Josslyn: Hey. We came to it with two very different experiences, right? You believe in compromise. And most of the time, compromise is a good thing. But it’s not when it comes to Esme, because she sees that, and she takes it as a sign of weakness, and that gives her an opportunity — gives her an opening. That’s why I shouldn’t have even gone on this ski trip in the first place, because Esme pushed so hard for it, so, you know, I should have realized that she had an agenda. [ Sighs ]

Trina: Do you think she always meant to tape you and Cam?

Josslyn: I think that she always meant to hurt us. Not me and Cam, but you and me.

Perez: This file was just delivered. Detective Lopez sent it over. Information on that PCU sex video from the anonymous tip line.

Jordan: Thanks, officer Perez.

Dante: What kind of information?

Jordan: The damning kind. An eyewitness account and a potential perp.

Sonny: Your father has some kind of problem with me ’cause he saw me and TJ in the hospital, and he didn’t like it one bit.

Curtis: Okay. So because my long-lost dad doesn’t like you, that’s why you’re protecting him?

Sonny: I’m not saying “no” for Marshall’s sake. I’m saying “no” for you. I know what it’s like to be in a difficult relationship with your father. I didn’t speak to my dad for years. Everybody tried to intervene. Everybody tried to fix it. But there was only going to be two people who could salvage that relationship — me and my dad. So if you want to know what’s in that — that sealed criminal record, you’re gonna have to go to Marshall.

[ Door opens ]

Taggert: I am so glad we decided to stay and have dinner.

Portia: Mm-hmm.

Taggert: I mean, it’s nice. What is this Trina is telling me about you and Curtis shacking up?

Portia: Shacking up? Really?

Taggert: Mm.

Portia: We are buying a home together. Okay? And it’s out by Queens Point. It’s right on the water. It’s so beautiful.

Taggert: Have you moved in yet?

Portia: No, no. We’re in the process.

Taggert: You know, I — I’m really, really happy that things are going so well for you and Curtis.

Portia: Thank you. That means a lot to me, considering our history.

Taggert: Yeah, you know, the past is long gone, and the only thing is to move forward, right?

Portia: And now that Trina has Spencer in the rearview, things are looking up everywhere. [ Chuckles ]

Taggert: Well, uh, Trina and Joss — they still need to get beyond that speed bump in their friendship.

Portia: Well, I — I mean, I think that they will. They’ve been friends forever. It’s almost like they’re sisters.

Taggert: Yeah, well, me and my sister, we did have some vicious fights back in the day.

Portia: Yeah, but at the end of the day, you and Gia always loved each other.

Taggert: Mm…yeah. [ Chuckles ] Mm-hmm.

Portia: Same goes for Trina and Joss.

Josslyn: Cam’s a guy. He tried to accept Esme for Spencer’s sake, but Esme always saw the both of us as a threat — for different reasons. So she was always going to try and take us down.

Trina: [ Sighs ] It is so great to hear you say this. To see through that, like, hateful, just…

Josslyn: Bitch?

[ Both laugh ]

Josslyn: Yeah.

Trina: Yeah. I — I love the way you hate, Joss.

Josslyn: Oh, it’s — it’s a true talent.

Trina: I just wish I knew what you were thinking.

Josslyn: I should have reached out.

Trina: Why didn’t you?

Josslyn: Oh, well, because this whole situation has just been completely overwhelming. I mean… it’s total public humiliation. Everyone on social media has an opinion on it. I can’t even tell you how many people that I don’t even know have called me some variation of a slut or a whore. But it gets even grosser, because I’ll also see messages or posts calling me hot and asking if Cam and I are exclusive.

Trina: Eww, that — that is so inappropriate!

Josslyn: Yeah. Well, we’re “of legal age” now.

Trina: [ Scoffs ]

Josslyn: I mean, do you remember how happy and excited we were to turn 18 and get to vote?

Trina: [ Breathes sharply ] Yeah. I felt so grown up. [ Chuckles ]

Josslyn: Well, is this the other side of adulthood? I mean, what happened to common decency? It just feels like it’s been open season on me.

Trina: That is beyond awful.

Josslyn: Yeah, it’s horrible. And when I didn’t hear from you — I don’t know — I just — I thought that you were embarrassed to be my friend.

Trina: What?! Never. Never in a million years.

Spencer: You know, the more that I think of it, maybe you had the right idea.

Cameron: What do you mean?

Spencer: Being a virgin for, like, ever.

Cameron: Oh, please. You and the whole world know I’m not a virgin.

Spencer: I seriously doubt that your little, uh, video has been seen by the whole world.

Cameron: You know, you’re a poor excuse for a friend, Spencer.

Spencer: Hey, possible father here, okay? That’s way bigger than some… temporary embarrassment.

Cameron: Maybe for me. But for Joss, it’s so much worse. They’re being absolutely savage to her online. I’m getting virtual high fives while they’re calling her a slut. It — it’s not fair.

Spencer: Yeah, it is awful. I’m really sorry that she’s going through that.

Cameron: So now you believe that Esme’s behind the video?

Spencer: I don’t want to believe it. I mean, Esme has been so good to me.

Cameron: Oh. Works out nicely for you, but what about the rest of the planet?

Spencer: I know that just because Esme is good to me doesn’t mean that she’s necessarily good to everybody else.

Cameron: Look, Spencer, you have to face it — I mean, she’s sneaky and vindictive.

Spencer: And possibly the mother of my child.

Ava: And how’s your arm, Avery? Oh, it hurts? Well, I’m — I’m on my way. I’m coming right home, okay? I’ll see you soon, sweetie. Hi, fellas, I hope you had a nice chat. Um, Avery needs me, so I’m going to go home, okay?

Victor: Well, seeing as the guest of honor is obviously a no-show, I’ll leave with you.

Ava: Okay.

Nikolas: I’m gonna wait for my mother.

Ava: Okay. I’ll see you at home.

Victor: No hard feelings, eh? No, of course not.

Nikolas: [ Sighs lightly ]

Esme: [ Voice breaking ] Mr. Cassadine… …will you help me?

Dante: No, she wouldn’t do something like that, let alone to Cam and Joss.

Jordan: That’s what I thought, too, but every possible tip needs to be checked out.

Dante: Okay, well, then I’ll take care of it.

Jordan: No. I’ll handle this one personally.

Sonny: So, uh, I got to go. So, think about what I said. Good luck.

Marshall: Why were you talking to Sonny Corinthos?

Curtis: He was telling me about a run-in… you two had. Care to explain?

Cameron: Joss and I both gave separate statements to a detective.

Spencer: I’m glad the cops are taking this seriously.

Cameron: Yeah, so am I. Detective Lopez said that whoever’s behind this could spend up to a year in prison.

Spencer: Do you know what that means? It means that my baby could be born in prison.

Cameron: Way to keep it real, Spencer.

Spencer: Hey, it could happen.

Cameron: Maybe you should find out if Esme is actually pregnant before you go shopping for jail baby clothes.

Spencer: Yeah, you’re right. Except I don’t even know where Esme went. [ Sighs ] I really hope that Esme is not pregnant because if she is and if she wants to have the baby… …I’m going to be tied to her for life.

Esme: I was going to try and stay here for the night so that I had a place to, like, get my thoughts together. [ Voice breaking ] And I thought I had enough money to pay for it, but my credit card was declined.

Nikolas: Are you sure that you and Spencer can’t work things out?

Esme: I mean, he said horrible things to me. If that’s really what he thinks of me, I can never be with him again. But what am I going to do? I mean, he was the only guy I’ve ever loved. And what if it turns out that I’M…

Nikolas: you know, I remember being your age, where every argument, it felt like the end of the world. But I am sure once you’ve had a good night’s sleep, things are going to be clearer in the morning.

Esme: [ Sighs ] I have nowhere else to go. Is there any way I could stay with you?

Taggert: Is that the, uh, notorious Esme prince that Trina keeps talking about?

Portia: Oh, you’ve never seen her before?

Taggert: No. First time. Ah. She seems pretty upset. I wonder what the drama is this time.

Portia: Just be glad that we’re not involved. I would bet you anything that that girl is the one behind the video of Joss and Cam. [ Sighs ] I’m just so relieved that Trina is finally out of Esme’s orbit.

Josslyn: Feels so good for things to be back to normal.

Trina: Yeah. And I know you want some distance from the video, but don’t shut me out. You can talk to me about anything.

Josslyn: I know, and I will. It’s so nice to hear that. We are a team, and we always will be.

Trina: Count on it.

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Jordan: Hi, Josslyn.

Josslyn: Oh.

Jordan: Hi, Trina.

Josslyn: Commissioner Ashford. Uh, is there a lead in my case?

Jordan: I’m actually here to see Trina.

Trina: Oh. Uh, I-I’m sorry, but I’m already late for my next class.

Jordan: I’m afraid this can’t wait. I’m going to need you to come down to the station and answer some questions.

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Harmony: It’s under consideration.

Marshall (to Curtis): I just felt … ? … call in his debts.

Jordan: Are you comfortable asking a few questions?

Josslyn (to Dante): The person you should be talking to is Spencer’s psycho girlfriend.

Esme (to Nikolas): You’ve turned your back on me too.

Scott (to Nina): Why don’t you want to go down the legal road?

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Curtis asks Sonny for a favor getting his hands on his father’s sealed police file. Sonny tells Curtis that he knows that he had a big hand in helping to take down Cyrus Renault and he appreciates everything he did while Sonny was in Pennsylvania. Sonny then asks who the file is for and Curtis says it is for his father, Marshall Ashford.  Sonny says no to the favor and instructs Curtis that if he wants information about his father, he needs to get the information from his father.

Nikolas asks Victor to share with him the purpose for his return to Port Charles.  Victor says that conversation can only be shared with family.  Nikolas says that they are family and Victor gives Ava a cold stare and says “some of us more than others.” Nikolas says that Ava is more his family than Victor is.  Victor says that he can’t divulge information in front of Ava. Ava says fine and tells Nikolas  she will wait for him at the bar. Victor tells Nikolas that the Cassadines used to be power players on the international stage and that they need to reclaim that influence.  Nikolas had expected something a little more ominous and it becomes clear that Victor is holding back on his exact plans.

Spencer is shocked when he finds a pregnancy test in Esme’s bags.  He demands that she explain herself. Esme starts speaking about the video of Josslyn and Cameron and Spencer loses it and says that he’s not talking about the video.  He wants to know if Esme is pregnant. Esme asks when she was supposed to say something, before or after Spencer called her a monster.  Spencer demands that Esme take the pregnancy test.  Esme says that she needs to get out of Port Charles and that if Laura hadn’t convinced her to stay she would have been long gone.  Cameron knocks on the door, Spencer tells Esme to ignore it but she answers it.  Cameron asks if it is a bad time and Esme says that she was just leaving.  Spencer tries to stop Esme but Esme says that it is her body and her choice.  She leaves.  Cameron asks what Esme meant and Spencer says that it is possible that Esme is pregnant. Cameron and Spencer take time to work out their issues and discuss whether or not Spencer believes that Esme posted the video.  Spencer says that he would like to believe that she didn’t, but that the truth is, he is just not certain. Spencer tells Cameron that he hopes that Esme is not pregnant, because if she is pregnant, Spencer will be tied to her for life.

Trina tells Portia and Taggert that she had a conversation with Spencer and she told him that she could not be part of his life as long as he is involved with Esme.  Portia is very pleased to hear that. Trina also tells Portia and Taggert that Josslyn has not been to class lately and that she is no longer living in her dorm room.  Portia asks if Trina has spoken to Josslyn and Trina says that she has not, but that she trusts when Josslyn needs to speak with her she will reach out.  Portia doesn’t seem pleased with that answer and reminds Trina that she and Josslyn need to get through the situation together.

Dante tells Jordan that he wants more information on the investigation into who posted the video of Josslyn and Cameron.  Jordan says that he is too close to the investigation and for him to stay away.  Jordan doesn’t want the case falling apart because of Dante’s meddling. Jordan receives new information on who may have posted the video of Cameron and Josslyn. Dante asks her what kind of information it is.  Jordan says that it may hold the identity of the perpetrator.  

Joss and Cameron arrive at their class late and no one is there, including the professor. Cameron suggests they stay in the vacant classroom for a few more minutes.  Josslyn knows what Cameron is doing.  He’s ensuring that the hallway will be empty when they walk to their next class. Josslyn says she doesn’t know why he cares what strangers think and reminds him that more people are talking about her, not him. Cameron says that he didn’t really want to do the Invader article, and Josslyn says it was pertinent that they do the article so that they could state unequivocally that the two of them did not record their intimate moments for public viewing and that what was done to them is illegal in the state of New York.

Trina runs into Josslyn and Cameron in the classroom.  Trina asks them if they are doing OK. Josslyn says that they are “hanging in there.” Trina starts to leave and Josslyn tells her to wait.  Josslyn says that this whole situation is ridiculous and that both she and Cameron miss Trina deeply. Trina and Josslyn talk about Esme and the video and the distance that has been created between them.  Trina says she owes Josslyn a big apology for trying to compromise with Esme.  Trina also thanks Josslyn for calling Esme out on all her horrible deeds. Josslyn says the fallout from the video has been totally humiliating for her. Josslyn asks Trina if she remembers when they turned eighteen and were able to vote.  Trina says yes and Josslyn asks if this is the other side of adulthood.  Josslyn wants to know what has happened to common decency.  It seems that Josslyn and Trina have completely worked out their issues when Jordan arrives and asks to see Trina.  Trina says that she is late for her next class.  Jordan says that she needs Trina to come down to the station and answer some questions.  Josslyn looks shocked.

Esme shows up at the Metro Court and asks Nikolas if he can help her.  She has her bags and says that she is leaving Port Charles. However, Laura’s place was the only place she had to stay and her credit card was declined when she tried to get a room at the Metro Court.  She asks Nikolas if she can stay with him at Wyndemere.

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Sonny tells Curtis he won’t help him get Marshall’s criminal record because he doesn’t want to get involved in a family situation. Marshall walks into Charlie’s and wonders why Curtis is talking to Sonny.

Josslyn tells Trina (now played by Tabyana Ali) she thinks Esme posted the video because she is jealous of them both and wanted to hurt them and ruin their friendship.

Spencer insists that Esme take the pregnancy test to find out if she is pregnant but she tells him its her body, her choice, and is leaving when Cameron arrives. Esme watches the guys talking through the window and smiles as she heads for her car. Spencer tells Cameron he knows Esme posted the video and he hopes she isn’t pregnant.

Jordan tells Dante he can’t be the lead detective on the case because Josslyn is his stepsister. Esme sees Nicolas at the Metro court and asks him if she can stay with him while she clears her head since she and Spencer have broken up.

Jordan arrives at PCU to ask Trina to go to the station for questioning because of the anonymous tip she got from the police hotline.

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Jordan: Officer Perez, please keep an eye on Mr. Corinthos. He’s been recently released on bail. We’re just waiting for the paperwork.

Perez: Got it.

[ Keys jingling ]

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Jordan: Do everyone a favor. If that reporter gets in your face again, walk the other way. Everything okay?

Curtis: That’s just what I’m trying to find out. I really need your help.

Willow: Michael. [ Sighs ]

Alexis: Well, this is a surprise.

Harmony: Hey, I just got off work. Can I pick your brain about something? Like, only if you have a minute and I’m not interrupting.

Alexis: Yeah, I just put the—the last edition to bed, so… What’s this about? Is it about Willow?

Harmony: Kind of. Um, it’s more about Nina Reeves.

Sonny: Hey.

Nina: Hey. I don’t know why I’m always so surprised to see you here. You own the bar, after all.

Sonny: Yeah, well, that’s true. Uh, Phyllis had to see a distributor, and, um, you know, i-instead of closing down during the dead zone, which is between 12:00 and happy hour, I-I said that I would cover.

Nina: That’s very sweet of you. Nostalgic for runny a bar?

Sonny: Well, it’s better than sitting in my office all by myself. Too many ghosts, you know — especially with Jason gone.

Nina: I hear you.

Sonny: Were you gonna see Phyllis? You want a drink?

Nina: Um, both, actually. I was following up on something important.

Sonny: Is there anything I can help you with?

Laura: Spencer.

Spencer: Hey, Grandmother.

Laura: Oh. [ Laughs ]

Spencer: Wow. It almost seems like you missed me.

Laura: [ Laughs ] I did! Oh, my goodness. A month in Spring Ridge didn’t hurt you at all.

Spencer: Except label me a convicted felon. I guess I’ll be serving sandwiches and soft drinks at Kelly’s for the rest of my life.

Nikolas: Worry about your future later. Let’s take a moment and celebrate your homecoming. I got dinner reservations at the Metro Court. Mother, I hope you and Kevin will be able to join us.

Laura: I don’t know about Kevin, but I can certainly make it. Spencer, is everything okay?

Esme: Spence is just wondering why I’m still here. Don’t worry. I was just leaving.

Victor: Johann, my friend, if we want people to believe we’ve done nothing wrong, then we must act as if we’ve done nothing wrong — which we haven’t. I showed Drew a tarot card, for heaven’s sakes. If a crime was committed, it was when he attacked you.

Johann: On your orders.

Victor: Which was a test… which he passed — until the Corinthos woman showed up — forced him to reveal that he was just playing along and that the whole thing was a set-up right from the start. That, uh, warning that Eileen Ashby gave me about Laura being onto me seems like it has some merit.

Sam: Hi. Welcome back.

Drew: Long trip.

Anna: Yes. I got a cab from the airport, and Felicia is filling Maxie in.

Sam: We were worried when we didn’t hear from you in Austria.

Anna: I didn’t want to call from an unsecure line.

Drew: Does that mean that you and Felicia found something out?

Anna: Yeah — proof that Luke’s death was no accident. He was murdered.

Esme: Unfortunately, I won’t be joining you all for dinner. Spence has made it clear he no longer considers me a part of his life. I’m leaving.

Laura: I– would — would you two like a little time to talk this through? I mean, you don’t have to rush on our account.

Nikolas: I apologize for springing dinner plans without checking with you first, but, Esme, I’m sure Spencer wouldn’t mind if you join us. We all shared in Spencer’s ordeal at Spring Ridge — you, especially.

Esme: I’m not sure.

Laura: Please, come along.

Nikolas: The whole family will be there — Ava and Victor.

Laura: Victor?

Nikolas: Is that a problem?

Johann: The plan you put together relies on taking everyone by surprise.

Victor: I’m not overly concerned. The only possibly damning thing I mentioned was operation Demeter, and if Drew has no memory of that op, then he and Laura are gonna hit a dead end.

Johann: But you are concerned about something.

Victor: Anna and Felicia’s investigation into the cable car accident that killed Luke.

Johann: [ Whispering ] You had to kill Luke Spencer. He was getting too close to the truth about what you were planning.

Victor: Well, nothing can be traced back to me, which is why I need to find someone else to take the fall for Luke’s death.

Johann: I’ll do a lot for the cause. But I hope you’re not expecting me to be your fall guy.

Victor: Don’t worry. I have someone else in mind.

Ava: Hi. So, am I, uh, late for the big family dinner, or are you early? And is your friend here gonna be joining us?

Anna: So, this employee at the Transportation Bureau — he did admit to sabotaging Luke’s cable car. And there’s no indication as to whether he was acting alone, but my gut says that he wasn’t. And unfortunately, before we could get any more information out of him… the man took his own life in front of us.

Sam: Okay, so, technically, we have one man’s confession, but no evidence to back it up.

Anna: Right, so far. And all of our efforts to try to keep this quiet have just failed. Plus, now the Bureau is officially involved.

Drew: Well, wait — won’t the Bureau have a better chance of finding a connection between Victor and Luke’s death?

Anna: Just because the WSB is investigating doesn’t mean that I will be privy to their intel, because I have been deemed “too close” to the situation because of my history with Luke.

Drew: Hmm.

Sam: Basically, you were iced out.

Anna: Yeah. But we do have to keep in mind the fact that Victor was the director of the WSB for a time. That is a lapse they do not want to revisit. They don’t want his name to come up. They don’t want to draw any scrutiny. So I think it’s possible they will steer this investigation down a path that proves not to be embarrassing to them. So, you see, what I’m saying is, if we want to expose Victor, you really are our best chance.

Drew: Yeah, about that — um… we hit a little bit of a snag.

Curtis: So, what has TJ told you about our situation with Marshall?

Jordan: Your father? Not much. I think TJ’s been avoiding the subject, considering my history with Tommy.

Curtis: Okay. What did Tommy tell you about our father?

Willow: How awful was the night in jail?

Michael: Mm, I mean, I got a cell to myself, so no complaints.

Willow: You don’t have to be a hero for me.

Michael: Well, “A,” I’ll always want to be a hero to you, and, “B,” honestly, spending the night in jail was, uh — was worth it, because that reporter got what he deserved for trash-talking my sister.

Willow: At least you didn’t break his jaw.

Michael: Uh, yeah, but I can’t be sorry that I hit the guy. But…I am sorry that Nina is probably gonna use this against me now when she petitions the court for visitation with Wiley.

Willow: Uh, let’s not worry about that right now. I’m — I’m so sorry I wasn’t here when you were booked.

Michael: It’s okay. I appreciate that. But there’s nothing you could have done. Diane — she handled everything. But, hey, you’re here now. I, uh, heard from my mom that you were held up at work…?

Willow: That’s what I told Carly when she texted me, but I wasn’t being honest with her. Or with you.

Harmony: Nina’s trying to enlist my help to see Wiley without going to court.

Alexis: How?

Harmony: She wants me to influence Willow. And she says Wiley’s grandfather is on her side.

Alexis: But you don’t want to get involved?

Harmony: I just — it could cause so much tension between me and my daughter.

Alexis: Okay, I don’t want to get involved e-either, because Wiley is Kristina’s nephew, so I want to stay out of any potential conflict between Nina and Willow. And I suggest that you do the same thing.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] I wish it was that simple.

Nina: Actually, I’ll have a club soda.

Sonny: [ Chuckling ] Okay. Uh… all right. Get you a little glass here.

Nina: [ Chuckles ] Thank you. Perfect.

Sonny: All right. Now that that’s taken care of… how about the help? Or not — I mean, you don’t have to say that.

Nina: No, sonny, it’s not that I don’t want your help. It’s just I don’t think that you should offer it.

Sonny: It this about Wiley? You talked to y– the lawyer. You’re gonna file a petition?

Nina: Well, I haven’t talked to him yet. Have you tried to talk to Michael again?

Michael: You want Josslyn to rely on you, right?

Sonny: Of course I do. Why wouldn’t I, Michael?

Michael: Why the hell would she when you prioritized Nina?

Sonny: Oh, that’s not what happened. How many times do I got to —

Michael: that’s exactly what happened. Look, dad, you claim to be a family man, right? But a family man wouldn’t sabotage his wife and kids to protect the woman who blew their lives apart.

Sonny: You done?! What do you want from me?!

Sonny: [ Breathes sharply ] Uh, y-y-you know, um… I couldn’t — I-I couldn’t get in any word with Michael ’cause he’s — he’s very stubborn.

Nina: Yeah, well, I wish I could walk away from this for your sake, sonny, but —

Sonny: No, hey, you’re allowed to see your grandson. And, uh, I’d do the same… if I were in your shoes.

Nina: Yeah. I’ll try not to get you involved.

Sonny: No, I’m — Nina, I’m already involved. You know, look, the — the… the choices you make, your family’s pain, your pain… it matters to me.

Sonny: But you gotta know, if you — I-if you go to court on this and, uh, lines are gonna be drawn, sides are gonna be taken. And if I don’t take a side, that means I’m taking your side.

Nina: Well, Sonny, I would never, ever ask you to choose me over your son. No. I wouldn’t do that.

Sonny: Right.

Nina: So if you have to go against me in court and support Michael’s attempt to block my petition, then I’ll understand that.

Sonny: [ Sighs ] Right, l-l-let’s just — can we just hope it doesn’t get to that?

Nina: Yeah, we can hope. But you need to know this — that I will do whatever’s necessary to ensure that I have a role in my grandson’s life.

Anna: So, let me get this straight — in trying to save you…

Sam: Carly blew the scam wide open.

Anna: Oh, no.

Drew: Yeah, but we did — did get one piece of intel before Carly arrived.

Sam: Victor mentioned operation Demeter.

Anna: I don’t know what that is. I mean, what is she, the goddess of harvest? She presides over the cycles of life and death.

Sam: Wait, so I-I-is it not familiar to you?

Anna: No, no. “Operation Demeter.” Uh, but I can access the WSB files.

Drew: Well, a lot of the ops that I did when I was a seal are classified.

Anna: Okay, did you reach out to Kim? She was the only one that knew you back then.

Drew: Yeah, she doesn’t remember me ever mentioning it.

Anna: I don’t see an operation Demeter here. No, uh, there’s nothing here in the files.

Sam: Uh-huh, so the operation probably originated with U.S. Intelligence.

Anna: Or it’s above my clearance, which is entirely possible. Or the operation went so horribly wrong that they’ve deleted all records.

Victor: Johann and I were catching up on some business while I was waiting for the rest of the family to arrive.

Ava: Mm.

Victor: I, uh — I think that about covers it, Johann. So, um, thank you, and I’ll, um — I’ll get in touch.

Johann: Uh…

Ava: Oh. Thank you very much. [ Sighs ] You must have had some super pressing business to have a meeting here at the Metro Court before our family dinner.

Victor: Uh, pressing? Yes. As important as family? Never.

Ava: Well, I completely agree. Though, you know, I can’t seem to recall what you said that you were doing for work these days.

Victor: Perhaps that’s because I never told you. Why do I get a feeling you’re playing me because you want something?

Ava: Because, Victor, I always want something. And I usually get it.

Laura: Well, I think you both know that Victor’s not my favorite person.

Nikolas: Mother, I hope you’ll still join us. Wouldn’t be a family celebration without you.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Laura: Excuse me. Oh. Oh, dear. Um — boy, I completely forgot. It’s the chairperson from the traffic commission reminding me that we have a meeting in ten minutes. Oh, dear. You know, it’s been rescheduled so many times that I don’t feel that I can cancel. Could I just meet you over at the metro court? Okay, thanks. Welcome back, sweetheart.

Spencer: Thanks. See you.

Laura: See you.

[ Door closes ]

[ Keys jingling ]

Spencer: Uh, father, Esme and I have some things that we need to say to each other first.

Nikolas: Of course.

Spencer: In private.

Nikolas: Okay. You’ll still join us for dinner? I’ll hope for the best. Esme.

Esme: I was hoping to be gone before you returned, but your grandmother almost convinced me that we could talk things out.

Spencer: Really?

Esme: Yeah. I mean, you saw her earlier. Apparently, Laura’s warming up to me.

Spencer: When did that happen?

Esme: She thinks I might actually be a good influence on you. Unlike what your friends think.

Jordan: Tommy was only a couple years older than you. His memories of your father were vague. He — he rarely mentioned him.

Curtis: Maybe he remembered something that he didn’t think was important at the time.

Jordan: If he did, he never shared it with me. Besides, Tommy was far too young for Marshall to confide in him about entering Witness Protection.

Curtis: If that’s what really happened. [ Sighs ]

Jordan: What are you saying?

Curtis: Marshall didn’t outright say that he was in witness protection. I inferred, and he didn’t deny it.

Jordan: Did you learn something that contradicts that?

Curtis: Possibly, and that’s why I need your help to shed some light on it.

Jordan: How?

Curtis: Marshall applied for a job, and, uh, he confided in me that he had an arrest record. A sealed arrest record, which might explain why he disappeared and let us believe that he was dead. But you have access to that record. You could unseal it and let me know anything important that Marshall might be keeping from me.

Jordan: I’m sorry, Curtis. There is no way.

Nina: I say we take a vote. How about this? We stop talking about Wiley, we stop talking about court petitions, and we stop talking about family feuds.

Sonny: I second that motion.

Nina: Good.

Sonny: Cheers.

Nina: Cheers.

🎵Every now and then

Sonny: you want some more club soda? Because I —

Nina: Oh, no, I-I better not. I’ve got to drive later.

Sonny [ Chuckling ] Uh-huh. Okay.

Nina: So, did you refill those decanters at your penthouse?

Sonny: No.

Nina: Right, and you’re not tempted by all the displays, all the bottles here?

Sonny: Uh, baby steps.

Nina: Well, those baby steps are pretty big. I’m proud of you.

Sonny: You know, it’s not going to be easy. I mean, right? But the — the — the plan was to let Phyllis have the bar, right?

Nina: Right. But life gets complicated. So do you still want to follow through on that plan?

Sonny: Well, I’m just trying to convince her that — that it — it’s her bar.

Nina: Yeah, I don’t think it’s gonna take a lot of persuasion, because — think about it — Phyllis owning the local watering hole? Just — it’ll feel like old times. Well, almost.

Sonny: You mean like when we were back in Nixon Falls?

🎵All of the things that were weighing you down

Sonny: That was our home.

Nina: Yeah, that life seemed real. But it wasn’t… because you didn’t know the truth about yourself. Now everyone knows the truth, right, Sonny? And it’s up to you and I to decide what’s real.

Willow: Oh, it’s — it’s nothing serious… but I fainted in an empty patient room.

Michael: Willow, you fainted? Why? Are you sick? Why didn’t you tell me sooner?

Willow: Like I said, it wasn’t serious. Okay, I hadn’t eaten all day, so I was dehydrated. Between parenting Wiley and studying for my nursing exams, I-I was wearing myself thin. But Epiphany took good care of me.

Michael: Okay, well, I have to thank her, but I just — [ Sighs ] I wish you would have told me sooner.

Willow: You were spending the night in a cell. I didn’t want you worrying about me. It’s not like you could do anything about it. And I lied to Carly because she’s busy dealing with Josslyn. She didn’t need to worry about me, too.

Michael: I hate that you were alone. I mean, that — Epiphany’s great, but she was on duty. She — she couldn’t stay with you.

Willow: I wasn’t alone. My mom showed up for me.

Alexis: So what is so complicated about you staying out of Willow and Nina’s business?

Harmony: Well, things are… [ Clears throat ] Always complicated when it comes to my grandson. Thank you for the advice about Nina. I’m going to go. I’m going to let you go back to work and get out of your hair.

Alexis: Is there anything else you wanted to talk to me about?

Harmony: No. Um, is Shawn around, though? I’d really like to avoid him.

Alexis: I don’t think that’s going to be a problem because Shawn went to San Francisco, and I really don’t know when he’s coming back.

Harmony: Oh, Alexis, are you okay about that?

Alexis: Things got a little tense between us before he left.

Curtis: Hold up. You’re not going to help me?

Jordan: Hunting down sealed records and then unsealing them without a court order — that’s illegal, Curtis. You were in law enforcement. You know that as well as I do.

Curtis: The man is lying to TJ and me. I have questions. I need answers, and you have the ability to get them.

Jordan: Unethically.

Curtis: When has that ever stopped you?

Jordan: [ Scoffs ]

Curtis: You didn’t think twice about getting Laura’s sealed arrest records for Cyrus Renault.

Jordan: That’s not the same. I was being blackmailed. TJ’s life was at stake. I had no choice.

Curtis: Right. Because TJ’s family. And you and I are not that to each other anymore. Is that how it is?

🎵Moment you’re living

Nina: Are those 45s? What are they doing here?

Sonny: What? Oh, Phyllis, she, uh… She wants to add a vintage jukebox to the place, but then she figured out that it would block the customers’ path to the tables, to the bar.

Nina: Oh. Oh, well, that’s too bad.

Sonny: Yeah.

Nina: I loved it when we played music at The Tan-O.

Sonny: [ Laughs ]

Nina: [ Gasps ] Oh. I remember when we danced to this song.

Sonny: Yeah.

Nina: Oh, my goodness! I cannot believe she has a copy of this. This is a great song. I totally forgot about it. Wait. I know how it goes. I goes, um… Something like… [ Singing ] I woke up in the morning [ Hums ]

Sonny: You want to–

Nina: Or, no, it’s a slower thing.

Sonny: No, but it’s–

Nina: [ Singing ] I woke up in the morn–

Sonny: It was—You’re doing good, but it’s not quite like that.

Nina: [ Singing ] I woke up in the morning…

Sonny: Let me show you something.

Nina: [ Singing ] I woke up in… The morning…

Sonny: Look

[ Mid-tempo music plays ]

Nina: Oh, yeah. I love this song.

🎵

Nina: I wish we could have danced to it.

🎵 When I wake up in the morning

Sonny: We still can.

🎵 And the sun shines in my eyes

Sonny: [ Hums ]

🎵 Oh, I can’t help but think of you / You’re like a drug in my life

[ Both laughing ]

🎵 Addicted to how you feel / Oh, it ain’t easy, no / To sleep alone without you here / To be honest, I wasn’t ready / Oh, we were a great…

Jordan: You’re not being fair.

Curtis: What’s not fair is that you won’t do this for me after everything you put me through.

Jordan: I know you’re going through a lot right now, and I know we have a lot of unresolved issues from our marriage, but do not conflate the two, and do not, under any circumstances, come in here and tell me how to do my job or what code I can or cannot live by.

Curtis: Jordan —

Jordan: Let me finish. I thought we were in a good place, but you’ve come way too close to destroying all that goodwill we built up. I’m not the bad guy here.

Curtis: So you really won’t look at those records for me?

Jordan: [ Scoffs ] Have you not heard a single word I said? I can’t. I’m willing to help you in any other way I can.

Curtis: You know what? Don’t even bother.

Jordan: Curtis!

Laura: I’m due to have dinner with Victor Cassadine and family. Would it be too much to hope that you found something that can put him behind bars?

Anna: Uh, Felicia and I, we were able to access the file room at the Transportation Bureau in Innsbruck. And a certain, um, Kurt Markovic, an employee there — he became suspicious of us, but, eventually, he — he did admit to sabotaging Luke’s cable car.

Laura: [ Breathes sharply ] It was not an accident… He was murdered. [ Sighs ]

Sam: I’m so sorry you had to find out this way. I wish things could be different.

Laura: [ Sighs ]

Anna: I’m sorry, Laura. Yeah. T-the crash was deliberate. But — but I have to say that this Kurt, you know, he — he didn’t admit to targeting Luke. Um, and, unfortunately, we couldn’t get any more information out of him because he took his own life there.

Laura: [ Breathes sharply ] But we know that it was Luke. Don’t we?

Anna: Unless the Bureau find evidence to the contrary, they will proceed as if Luke was just… another victim that day.

Laura: Collateral damage? I — [ Scoffs ]

Anna: Yes, to Kurt’s fanatical cause.

Drew: Whatever that was.

Anna: So unfortunately, we are — we’re not able to connect… this crash and Luke to Victor.

Laura: Maybe not yet, but knowledge is power, and…we are off to a good start.

Ava: I suspect that whenever you reveal your big plan for the family, it’ll behoove me to remain in your good graces.

Victor: So your friendliness towards me has a more selfish motivation?

Ava: Mm. Victor, I think you know better than anybody that we all have selfish motivations. I’m just upfront about mine. Besides, Nikolas and I are married. You and I are — are family now. We’ll be in each other’s lives from now on. Shouldn’t that make us allies, able to enjoy each other’s company?

[ Footsteps approaching ]

Nikolas: Hello, beautiful.

Ava: Mm! Hello.

Nikolas: I hope you didn’t order without me.

Ava: Oh, no, of course not. But I was beginning to think you stood us up. Where’s Spencer?

Nikolas: Things are a little tense between him and Esme. [ Sighs ] Spencer wanted some time to talk to her.

Victor: Well, I hope they’re coming. I mean, this celebration is for Spencer.

Nikolas: Spencer wouldn’t make any promises.

Ava: I’m so sorry. I know how anxious you’ve been to make amends to him.

Nikolas: The reality is, Spencer and I have a long way to go before any healing takes place.

Victor: No, that is absolutely unacceptable.

Spencer: Hey, I’m glad that you didn’t leave before I returned home. We left a lot unsaid. In fairness, it’s not like I could have chased after you with 12 hours left on my sentence, Esme.

Esme: I didn’t like how we ended things, either. I mean, I tossed and turned all night, thinking you meant the horrible things you said to me — that you actually believed I was the one responsible for filming Joss and Cam doing the dirty. Thank you for realizing that wasn’t true.

Spencer: Wait a second. I never said that.

Esme: I-I’m a-a little confused. If you still don’t believe me, then what’s been left unsaid between us?

Spencer: I want to believe you. I want to believe in you, Esme. But right now, you are blaming Trina for something that I know that she couldn’t have done.

Esme: Oh, but I could?!

Spencer: I don’t know! What I do know is that you were at the cabin and that you have a side to you that is capable of going to extremes.

Esme: You mean, like what I did to Ava? Setting her car on fire? Putting her dead daughter’s hospital I.D. Badge beneath the car? I never even heard of Ava Jerome until you decided to frighten her away from your father. I mean, how do we know you’re not the one capable of filming your friends without their consent? You were at the cabin, too, but you don’t see me going around accusing you! How do we know that this isn’t all your doing?!

Nikolas: I’m sorry. I know you’re invested in healing the rift between Spencer and me, but it is going to take time.

Victor: No, you don’t understand. I gave you room to take this process as slowly as you needed to bring the family together. But I have trusted the wrong people, and now we’re running out of time. Now, Valentin and Alexis — they’ll most likely never want to have anything to do with me again, but the rest of the family must come together while they still can.

Nikolas: “While they still can”? What is that supposed to mean?

Harmony: Don’t pressure yourself, Alexis. You’re going to know when it’s time to move on.

Alexis: You know what I want to move on from is this office. And since I’m the boss, I can declare the workday over.

Harmony: Mm.

Alexis: So I declare the workday is over.

Harmony: [ Laughs ]

Alexis: So, um, Molly and TJ are making me a — a feast tonight…

Harmony: Mm.

Alexis: …To thank me for them staying with me.

Harmony: Aw, are they moving out?

Alexis: Yeah, they are.

Harmony: Mm.

Alexis: They found another place. I’m sad. I’ll miss them. But it’s — it’s good that they have their own space.

Harmony: Yeah. Must be nice to have a home-cooked meal.

Alexis: Mm-hmm.

Harmony: [ Laughs ] My motel room doesn’t have a kitchen, so…

Alexis: Ohh. Did you say “motel room”? You’re staying at a motel?

Harmony: [ Chuckles ]

Alexis: Since you left prison? That — that’s — that’s a — a year ago.

Harmony: Yeah, well, you know, it’s tough to save up for a deposit on what I make at Spring Ridge. [ Chuckles ]

Alexis: I’m sorry. W-would it help if someone co-signed a lease for you?

Harmony: What? The — someone like you?

Perez: I need commissioner Ashford to sign off on these before you can leave. Wait over there.

Michael: Thanks.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Michael: So, while we wait, why don’t you tell me about Harmony?

Willow: Well, my condition wasn’t serious, but when she heard I was in the hospital, she couldn’t get there fast enough.

Michael: Well, that’s what parents do — they move heaven and earth for their kids.

Willow: Easy for you to say. You know my history. My mom is a seeker, and her love for me always Came second place to…enlightenment.

Michael: And last night was different?

Willow: Yeah. It was like the mom I always hoped for showed up. You know, she was so loving and concerned.

Michael: That must have been really nice for you.

Willow: It was. It was the first time my mom put my needs ahead of her own or some spiritual leader’s. I’m — I’m grateful. Even if I don’t know what inspired this new Harmony.

🎵 Oh, it ain’t easy, no / to sleep alone / without you here

Nina: [ Laughs ]

🎵 To be honest, I wasn’t ready / we were a great piece of work / love, love, love /

love is in the air /

Nina: [ Gasps ] Oh!

🎵 And love, love, love

Nina: [ Chuckles ] [ Laughs ] Oh!

🎵 Love is everywhere

Nina: [ Gasps ]

🎵 But peace, peace, peace / and loyalty is needed / I really wasn’t trying to /

spend my better days

Nina: Ah. [ Chuckles ]

🎵 Without you by my side / I’m living life in a daze / to be honest, I wasn’t ready

Sonny: You gotta admit, I’m pretty good.

🎵 We were a great piece of work

Nina: Um, uh, I would give you an “A” for effort.

🎵 Love, love, love

Sonny: What about execution?

Nina: Well, you’re a little rusty, but don’t worry — I can whip you back into shape. We have all the time in the world.

🎵 And love, love, love

Nina: Except…

🎵 Love is everywhere

Nina: …that’s one thing that we don’t have.

🎵 And love, love, love / love is in the air

Alexis: Well, I’m not necessarily saying that it should be me, but –

Harmony: Yeah, good, because I feel like we’re crossing a line here.

Alexis: -Yeah. -[ Sighs ] Well, what if I give you just a — help you with a security deposit? You know, a-a-as a loan.

Harmony: Uh, you know what? I wouldn’t want to jeopardize our friendship by owing you money.

Alexis: [ Sighs ]

Harmony: [ Chuckles ]

Alexis: You know what? I have an empty house, and you need a home. So why don’t you just take the next few weeks, save up some money, and… you’ll — you’ll stay with me.

Harmony: [ Breathes sharply ]

Jordan: You’re good to go, Michael. Make sure you make your court date.

Michael: Understood.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Jordan: Excuse me. Commissioner Ashford.

Michael: [ Sighs ] You ready?

Willow: Yeah. Let’s go.

Michael: Hey, actually, um… look, I owe you a second apology. In addition to, you know, decking that reporter, I — I delayed our vacation.

Willow: Turnabout’s fair play — I delayed it first with the search for my birth certificate, and now you’re out on bail and have to stay in town until the assault charge is settled.

Michael: Will you, um, settle for a candlelit dinner instead?

Willow: With coq au vin, mousse de chocolat, and a lovely bordeaux? See, I already speak the language.

Michael: And you know what they say — we will always have Paris.

Jordan: The judge set a date for the trial. Diane Miller is gearing up for a fight, but there’s been no additional pressure from the Quartermaines or Sonny Corinthos. No special requests. Right. I’ll keep you posted, Robert.

Sonny: I-I-I — I don’t know. I gotta go.

Nina: Um, yeah. I have to get going, too. [ Chuckles ]

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Curtis: Sonny.

Sonny: Yeah.

Curtis: Your office said I’d find you here. Did I come at a bad time?

Nina: No, no. No, I just — I Came to see Phyllis, and she’s not here, so I was just leaving.

Curtis: You sure?

Nina: Yeah, I’m positive. We’ll catch up soon, okay?

[ Door opens ]

[ Door closes ]

Curtis: [ Sighs ]

Sonny: What can I do for you?

Curtis: I need to ask you for a favor.

Spencer: Knock it off, Esme. I was in Spring Ridge when that video was released. I couldn’t have posted it.

Esme: But you told me you had means to sneak in and out of Spring Ridge, thanks to dear Uncle Victor, and you and Cam were enemies when you were kids. Maybe that sex tape was payback.

Spencer: That is not at all what —

Esme: Calm down. I don’t actually believe you did it. I was just making a point.

Spencer: Which is?

Spencer: You had motive and opportunity, but you don’t see me going around accusing you because I have faith in my partner’s character. I have faith in us — or at least I used to. But you can’t seem to extend that same grace to me, can you? Then I guess there’s nothing more we can say to one another.

Anna: Tracy and Bobbie will be informed that the crash was deliberate.

Sam: But should we tell them the truth?

Laura: I really would rather not do that. Bobbie already suspects that Luke was targeted. She does not know that Victor might be a part of this. Tracy’s in the Netherlands.

Drew: The less they know, the safer they are.

Laura: Exactly.

Drew: Especially because after that scam on the bridge, I mean, Victor now knows I’m coming for him.

Anna: Well, he’ll realize that the walls are closing in on him.

Laura: And anyone he suspects is working to expose him will be in grave danger now.

Victor: I apologize for my outburst. I — I suppose I was just airing my frustration with Valentin.

Nikolas: Because he doesn’t want you in his life?

Victor: Oh, don’t let an old fool project his problems onto your relationship with your son.

Nikolas: I don’t I think it’s just frustration with Valentin. This isn’t the first time that you’ve alluded that something has been eating you up, Uncle Victor.

Ava: Obviously, something important, maybe even dangerous, is — is happening soon.

Nikolas: You’ve made it clear that you couldn’t or — or you wouldn’t discuss it with us, but we are family.

Ava: We can help ease your burden. We — we can’t help you if you don’t share it with us.

Nikolas: Perhaps it’s time that you told us exactly what you’ve been planning since before you got back into town.

Nikolas: Maybe you’re right.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Josslyn (to Cam): What are you saying, that this is my fault now?

Dante (to Jordan): I don’t want this slipping through the cracks.

Esme (to Spencer): What else could you say? Because you’ve already broken my heart.

Victor: (to Nikolas): Question is: Do I have your support?

Portia (to Ava): Forgive me if I don’t find that to be a reason to celebrate.

Sonny (to Curtis): With all due respect, why is it your business?

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GH Update Thursday, March 24, 2022

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At the P.C.P.D., Michael is released on bail.  Willow arrives to pick him up. Willow tells Michael that she is sorry that she was not there when he was booked. Michael tells her that she is there now for his release, so everything is alright.  Willow tells Michael about fainting in the patient room at General Hospital.  Willow explains that Epiphany took good care of her.  Michael says that he wishes that someone could have been there with her. 

Spencer arrives home.  Esme tells him she is just leaving. Laura says that Esme should join them for dinne,r and then Esme and Spencer can hash through their feelings.  Nikolas explains that Victor will be joining them at the Metro Court.  Laura looks shocked that Nikolas has invited Victor to their family dinner for Spencer’s release from Spring Ridge. Laura remembers a meeting that she has to attend before going to Spencer’s dinner party.  Laura and Nikolas agree to meet at the Metro Court.  Nikolas also leaves to allow Spencer and Esme time to talk.  Spencer and Esme speak, but they end up fighting again. Esme turns to go but drops her purse on the way out.  Spencer picks it up and a pregnancy test falls out.

Victor tells Johan that they need to act as they have done nothing wrong.  Victor tells Johan that if a crime was committed during his meeting with Drew at the footbridge, it was when Drew attacked Johan and nearly threw him off the side. Victor is concerned about mentioning Operation Demeter.  

Drew and Sam welcome Anna back to Port Charles.  Anna tells Drew and Sam that she found proof in Austria that Luke’s death was no accident. Anna explains to Drew and Sam that she found someone who had knowledge of what happened in Austria, but the man she was attempting to question took his own life in front of both her and Felicia. Laura arrives at Sam’s apartment and Sam, Drew and Anna fill her in on the latest information regarding the cable car accident in Austria.  They tell Laura that Luke’s death was deliberate. 

Curtis asks Jordan what she knows about his father’s history.  Jordan asks Curtis if he has uncovered information that would lead Curtis to believe that Marshall is hiding something.  Curtis asks Jordan to view Marshall’s sealed arrest record and to then let him know anything she may see that he should know about.  Jordan refuses to do so.

At Charlie’s, Nina finds Sonny tending bar, filling in for Phyllis. Sonny tells Nina that he got nowhere with Michael in his conversation about her visitation rights with Wiley.  Nina says that it is fine that it was most likely a long shot. Nina finds old 45 records on the bar and Sonny explains that Phyllis was thinking about getting a jukebox but that they had concluded that it just would not fit.  Nina starts looking through the records and finds a song that she and Sonny had danced to in Nixon Falls.  Sonny plays the song on his phone and they dance to it again.  However, the two of them are interrupted by Curtis, who tells Sonny he needs to speak with him.

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GH Short Recap Thursday, March 24, 2022

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Alexis advises Harmony not to get involved in the Nina, Michael, Willow custody situation because it is too tense and it could hurt her relationship with Willow if she puts in a good word for Nina. Alexis also tells Harmony that she can move into her house until she can save up money for a security deposit.

Curtis gets upset with Jordan because she won’t help him look at Marshall’s sealed police record so later he asks Sonny for his help. Victor tells his bodyguard Johan that he already has someone in mind to take the fall for Luke’s death but Luke had to be killed because he was getting too close to finding out his plan.

Anna tells Drew and Laura that Kurt admitted that he tampered with Luke’s cable car causing his death. Drew tells Anna that Carly ruined their plan but they did find out about operation Demeter. Anna tries to find out about operation Demeter but the WSB has no record of any operation with that name.

Victor decides to tell Nikolas and Ava what he has been planning for the family all this time. Spencer and Esme argue again about the video but they don’t get anywhere because Esme insists she didn’t post the video and Spencer doesn’t believe her. So, Esme ends their relationship and she heads out the door with her things. On her way out the door Esme drops her phone and a pregnancy test.

Sonny and Nina dance at Charlie’s but during the dance Sonny thinks he is dancing with Carly.

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Drew: Started without me, I see. Too far gone to drive already?

Curtis: [ Chuckles ] No, those are house keys. Portia and I just closed on a new place.

Drew: Come on! That’s awesome, man. Congratulations. I’m so happy for you guys. That is deserving of a toast. Hook me up. So come on, fill me in. What’s next?

Curtis: Well, you know, it’s kind of hard to focus on the future when Marshall’s past won’t leave me alone.

Marshall: I’m having issues with my medication, and I-I can’t seem to reach my doctor.

Deanna: And your doctor is?

Marshall: Uh, well, he’s — he’s based out of town, but I was treated here by Dr. Rose some months back.

Deanna: I’ll track him down.

Marshall: Thank you. Thank you. I really need to get this… dosage right.

Sonny: What happened?

Ava: Oh, well, she had a little fall at the playground.

Sonny: How you doing, sweetheart?

Ava: She says that her arm hurts.

Sonny: Oh.

TJ: I’m sure it does hurt, but it’s nothing we can’t fix, right, Avery?

Sonny: And, you know, I’ve known this guy since he was about that big.

Ava: [ Laughs ]

TJ: I think I was a little taller than that.

Sonny: Maybe — maybe this big.

TJ [ Whispering ] Way taller.

Sonny: [ Chuckles ] Listen, I watched him become a great doctor, and I trust him with my life.

Ava: Whoa. Wow. Well, then I guess we can trust him with your arm, huh?

Sonny: Yeah?

Avery: Yeah.

TJ: Let’s do it.

Carly: Okay, come on. So, this is just a conversation.

Josslyn: Yeah, I know.

Carly: Come here. Alexis is gonna explain to you how the Invader wants to tell your story, okay? If that’s the avenue you want to take. Now, I know afterwards, you and Cameron are supposed to meet with a detective, but if that’s not something you want to do, or if you feel like it’s too much —

Josslyn: Mom, okay, I get it. Okay. Sorry.

Carly: Don’t be. Don’t be sorry.

Josslyn: I just — I’ve been thinking about this all night, so I’m ready.

Carly: Okay. Okay.

Alexis: Come in. Hi. Okay. So thank you for coming. And unless you have any questions, I’ll just, uh, jump right in, alright? No questions? Alright. Sit down, if you don’t mind. And let’s get started.

Laura: Hey. What brings you by?

Nikolas: I just wanted to see if you needed any help.

Laura: With?

Nikolas: Spencer’s homecoming.

Laura: Well, there’s not much to do, really. I mean, his room is ready. I did stop and pick up his favorite madeleines from Eckert’s.

Nikolas: He’ll love that.

Laura: Yeah.

Nikolas: You sure there’s nothing else?

Laura: He’s only been gone a month. But if I’m being completely honest, he shouldn’t be coming back here at all. His home is with you at Wyndemere.

Spencer: Gin. Looks like I reign supreme. Unless you’re letting me win.

Guard: Not my style.

Harmony: Hey. [ Clears throat ] Um, any chance you could spare some time for a fellow inmate?

Harmony: If you don’t want anything to do with Ryan, I completely understand. I mean, I’d steer clear of him, too, if it wasn’t my job.

Spencer: What does he want?

Harmony: Play a game… and to talk.

Spencer: He can’t talk. That’s what being locked in means, right?

Harmony: Well, we’ve developed a workaround, and Ryan communicated with me last night. He’s prepared for a bunch of directions the conversation might take.

Spencer: Wow. That must have been a lot of blinking.

Harmony: Yeah. And, honestly, if you’re not comfortable with it or you have reservations, I —

Spencer: Let’s do it.

Harmony: Are you sure?

Spencer: I’m only gonna be in here for a few more hours. And, quite frankly, I’m gin-rummied out. No offense.

Guard: None taken.

Spencer: White or black?

Harmony: Ryan takes black. You make the first move.

Nikolas: So what did you want to talk about?

Harmony: Ryan says, “you’re welcome.”

Nikolas: I highly doubt Spencer would be on board with living at Wyndemere.

Laura: [ Sighs ] But you two have made some inroads, haven’t you?

Nikolas: We’ve gained some ground, yes, but pushing Spencer to come home would be the surest way to lose it.

Laura: Just bring up the conversation, and we’ll go from there. We need to close ranks, Nikolas. You don’t want to leave Spencer vulnerable to Victor, do you?

Nikolas: Oh, you know I don’t.

Laura: Okay, well, that’s where he’s going to land if he can’t come to you. And if I’m being perfectly honest, his living situation here really can’t go on indefinitely.

Esme: I agree. Which is why I’m moving out.

Carly: It needs to be made clear, not only did Josslyn and Cameron not make the video, they did not release it themselves.

Elizabeth: Absolutely.

Alexis: Got it. That goes without saying. But the number-one priority is for these two to be protected. Now, if you do this, it’s an opportunity for you to take control and frame the narrative. Now, having said that, this is a very big decision. And if you decide that you don’t want to do it, fine. It’s up to you. Now, I assume you might have some questions about the process?

Carly: I have many.

Elizabeth: Yeah, as do I.

Alexis: And I will answer all of them. But, um, right now I’m gonna ask the two of you to step outside for a bit, because I think this conversation will be more productive with fewer participants.

Carly: I’ll be upstairs at the restaurant.

Elizabeth: Text me if you need me, okay?

Alexis: Okay. Let’s hear it.

TJ: Right this way.

Ava: Aren’t we lucky that Dr. Ashford is here today, that your dad knows him so well?

Nurse: I’m sorry, uh, but Dr. Rose isn’t in today, but I can help you make an appointment for when he is.

Curtis: How bad is it?

Drew: Are you sure that you want to know?

Curtis: Damn. Is it that bad?

Drew: Not necessarily. No, I’m — I’m just saying that I’m looking at you right now, and it really seems like maybe you don’t want to know this information, which I completely get. I mean, you’ve got your father back in your life, Curtis. That’s something that you never, ever thought was gonna happen, right? I mean, if Alan Quartermaine walked off that elevator right now… …maybe that would be enough for me. Maybe I-I wouldn’t need full disclosure on his faults and his failings and why he made the choices he made. Maybe I’d be happy to know my father in the here and now and just take it from there.

Curtis: So you’re saying I should ignore what’s in the envelope.

Drew: I’m saying that’s completely your call. I’m just pointing out that there’s — there’s no shame in considering your father’s presence a gift and — and taking that gift, no questions asked.

TJ: We’ll take some x-rays to make sure, but it looks like a wrist sprain at most.

Avery: What’s an x-ray?

TJ: It’s when we take really cool pictures of what’s inside your body.

Sonny: Isn’t that cool, baby?

Ava: And — and a sprain, that’s — that would be good news, not the end of the world.

TJ: Mm-hmm.

Avery: Do I still get a lollipop?

TJ: Oh! Man, I am — I’m all out of lollipops today.

Sonny: Hey, hey, you know what? [ Whispering ] I’ll go to the gift shop and get one. Eee!

Avery Yay!

[ Laughter ]

[ Telephone ringing, indistinct conversations ]

Marshall: I finally figured you out. You’re the type who only learns his lesson the second time around.

Sonny: Is there a problem here?

Marshall: I thought I made myself clear at The Savoy. Don’t come at my family, Sonny.

Sonny: Okay, I think you’re wrong about what was happening then, and I think you’re making a mistake about what’s happening now.

Marshall: No, no, no. There’s no mistake. I saw you talking to TJ over there.

Sonny: Okay. And?

Marshall: He’s my grandson.

Sonny: TJ also happens to be a doctor, and my daughter was injured on the playground. He’s treating her.

Marshall: Sonny.

Sonny: Yeah?

Marshall: This hospital is full of doctors. Find another one, please. I don’t want my grandson associating with the likes of you.

Sonny: Well, I’ll be interested to, uh, find out how you’re going to enforce that. Excuse me.

Carly: Are you even hungry?

Elizabeth: That depends. Are you serving head-on-a-platter?

Carly: I will be when we prove that Esme did this. How is Cameron?

Elizabeth: Uh, he’s mortified, furious, completely and utterly shaken.

Carly: That sounds about right.

Elizabeth: How’s Josslyn doing? She seems to be holding up really well.

Carly: Does she? She’s checking all the boxes, right? Head held high. Determined to stand up for herself. But she has to be putting up a front.

Elizabeth: I mean, how could it not be?

Carly: I don’t care how tough you are. When you’re called a tramp and a slut, it takes its toll. I didn’t want this for Josslyn. You know, I want her to be who she is — confident, strong, come out swinging if need be, but —

Elizabeth: Just without people calling her names.

Carly: Why did this happen?

Elizabeth: I don’t know. But I can tell you this — Josslyn’s gonna be okay.

Carly: Yeah? How can you be so sure?

Elizabeth: She’s got you.

Josslyn: So once it’s established that this tape was made and posted without our consent —

Alexis: Which is illegal, and I cannot stress that enough. Revenge porn and filming someone without their consent is a misdemeanor and felony, respectively.

Josslyn: Okay. And will there be any mention of Esme?

Alexis: We can only make general references to a person, who is unnamed, thought to be responsible. So without evidence from the PCU or from the police, any allegations made to a specific wrongdoer is — is libelous.

Josslyn: And what about mentions of me and Cam?

Alexis: Typically, pseudonyms are used in cases like this.

Cameron: But that won’t stop other papers from using our names.

Alexis: Given how young you are, respected news organizations will most likely follow our lead and not identify you.

Cameron: Okay, but what about the non-respected ones? I mean, they’re gonna be all over this because Joss is Sonny’s stepdaughter.

Josslyn: Okay, so, I mean, if our real names are gonna get out there, why even use the pseudonyms? I mean, maybe we just start with our real names.

Cameron: Or maybe we don’t even do this at all.

Esme: I vacuumed, made the bed, and scoured the bathroom. It’ll be like I was never here.

Nikolas: Spencer will be heartbroken to come home and find you gone. And I’m guessing you’ll be feeling the same way.

Esme: I just don’t know.

Nikolas: How’s this? Stay until he gets here, please? Then you can decide next steps together.

Laura: Why don’t you go pick up Spencer, and then Esme and i can have a chance to talk?

Nikolas: Work your magic.

Laura: So just the two of us now. Why don’t you tell me what’s really going on?

Spencer: And what am I supposedly grateful for?

Harmony: “You and your girlfriend exploited my name and reputation, using it to further your own ends, ends that saw ava hurt. I didn’t stop you.”

Spencer: Why should you have? Your name entered the public domain like 10 murders ago.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] “And it was all for nothing. Ava and Nikolas are still together, and you’re out in the cold, I hear, abandoned even by your own girlfriend.”

Spencer: Should’ve spent my last hour doing pottery.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] “It doesn’t have to be this way. You still have one friend.”

Spencer: Who?

Harmony: “Me.”

TJ: Just a moderate sprain. Needs an elastic bandage and some ice.

Sonny: And… this.

Ava: Alright. What do you say?

Avery: Thank you.

TJ: I will get nurse Deanna to wrap it up for you. She is the best in the business.

Sonny: Don’t tell Epiphany.

TJ: The best in the business after Epiphany.

Ava: Smart guy.

Sonny: Hey, um, thank you for checking her out.

TJ: Anytime. Could I talk to you for a quick second?

Sonny: Yeah.

Ava: Alright, let’s see. Ooh, you got watermelon. Dad knows that’s your favorite, huh, you very lucky girl?

TJ: I saw you with my grandfather. Is everything okay?

Sonny: I-I-I have no problem with Marshall.

TJ: Take care of that arm, Avery.

Avery: I will.

Ava: So, hey, I have an idea. How about after you’re all patched up, we head over to Kelly’s and get some ice cream?

Avery: Yeah. Can mama Carly come, too?

Marshall: Look, I-I don’t like to mess around with this stuff. Is there someone else I could see besides Dr. Rose?

TJ: Someone like me?

Curtis: You know what? You’re right. I do want my father in my life. And if it were just me, I could probably go on not asking another question.

Drew: But you’re also asking for Portia, for Trina.

Curtis: And for TJ and Aunt stella.

Drew: Yep. How can I, in good conscience, open the door to my life to let Marshall in without knowing what’s gonna follow him inside?

Drew: Sounds like you made up your mind.

Curtis: Can’t look the other way. I have to know everything about that man before I let him get any closer.

[ Envelope rustles ]

Spencer: I think I’m all set on friends, but thanks.

Harmony: [ Sighs ] Um… “we’re on the same team. Neither of us want your father with Ava. But only one of us still has the power to act. Will you use it?” Checkmate.

Laura: Well, you were right. That bathroom is absolutely spotless.

Esme: You almost sound disappointed.

Laura: You know, I like an easy call, and for a minute there, I thought I had you all figured out. I-I actually thought you were bad for Spencer and that it was only a matter of time before he figured it out.

Esme: And bye-bye, Esme.

Laura: Well, yes, but that’s not what happened. I mean, the two of you became even closer, and then I saw you encourage him to reconcile with his father. So as it turns out, you are by no means an easy call.

Esme: Are you saying you were wrong about me?

Josslyn: So you don’t want to do the article?

Cameron: I just think that we should consider all of our options before going public.

Josslyn: Well, it’s already public, Cam. That’s kind of the whole point.

Cameron: Okay, but if we keep talking about it, everyone’s gonna keep talking about it. Maybe if we stay quiet, this will blow over.

Josslyn: That’s easy for you to say. You’re big man on campus. Meanwhile, I’m being tagged as a slut on social media.

Cameron: Look, Joss, that’s not what I meant. I know that this is harder on you, I really do.

Alexis: Alright, listen. I am not doing this feature to make money. I’m doing it because I think it can do some real good. But you both have to be on board. And if you decide that the downside is just too great, I fully understand. This is a really hard thing to do. I will follow your lead, and in the meantime, I’m gonna give you some time to talk about it.

Elizabeth: You know, I used to consider myself lucky that I only had boys.

Carly: Really? You never dreamed of a little girl?

Elizabeth: Oh, no, never. The thought terrified me. I convinced myself that if I had a little girl, I would have to build up walls around her, roll her in bubble wrap.

Carly: Don’t think I haven’t tried.

Elizabeth: Anything to protect her so she wouldn’t get hurt.

Carly: Like you did?

Elizabeth: That night changed everything for me. But now that I have Violet in my life, I realize I had it all wrong. I hope that she’s raised the same way you’re raising Josslyn, to be a strong, fierce, proactive young woman.

Carly: I’m sorry.

Elizabeth: Yes? I just paid you a compliment.

Carly: I thought my ears were playing tricks on me.

Elizabeth: [ Laughs ] We have our differences.

Carly: We do.

Elizabeth: But you did a hell of a job raising your daughter.

Laura: How about this? How about we say that you’ve shown so much growth that I am willing to reconsider my initial evaluation?

Esme: Unfortunately, it’s a little too late.

Laura: Are things really that bad with you and Spencer? I just find that so hard to believe.

Esme: Why?

Laura: Because I can see that your opinion has weight with him. He listens to you. He takes your words to heart. I know he adores you. I’ve seen the way he looks at you.

Esme: Have you seen the way he looks at Trina?

Laura: Ah. Okay, now I understand.

Esme: It’s been that way since the moment I met her. I was looking for Spencer at Wyndemere, and I found him alone with her. It was obvious I was interrupting something. First, I chalked it up to my own insecurity, but now it’s just too obvious to ignore. The person I crossed an ocean for… …the only guy I’ve ever loved has fallen for someone else. Now I’m leaving spence behind before he and his friends can leave me with nothing.

Harmony: Ryan would like to know if you’d like to play another game.

Nikolas: Today is the big day. You feeling ready?

Spencer: Yeah, I’ve never been readier, if that’s a word. Where’s grandmother?

Nikolas: She’s waiting for you at her place. What’s that?

Spencer: With Ryan?

Nikolas: Yeah, with Ryan.

Spencer: We’re just killing some time.

Nikolas: No, nothing’s ever that simple with Chamberlain.

Spencer: He’s just trying to get inside my head.

Nikolas: Are you all right?

Spencer: Yeah, I’m fine. So Grandmother’s at home. What about Ava?

Ava: Uh, y-you haven’t seen a lot of — of Carly lately, have you? Well, you know, I don’t know if she’s available right now, but I will certainly call her and ask her, okay?

Sonny: And you know what, sweetie? If Carly’s not free, we’ll schedule a play date. Right? And I — and I know that things have — there have been a lot of changes. But I’m gonna tell you something. There’s one thing that will always stay the same. Your parents — all three of them — your brothers and sisters, we will always love you to the end of the galaxy.

Avery: Promise?

Ava: Promise.

Sonny: I promise.

Marshall: Thanks for the offer, but, uh, it’ll keep.

TJ: You sure? You sounded a little put out.

Deanna: Dr. Ashford knows his stuff. I appreciate that.

TJ: Uh, Deanna, could you wrap Avery corinthos’ left wrist? She has a mild sprain.

Deanna: You got it.

TJ: Thank you. She’s right, you know. I do know my stuff.

Marshall: Look, if I — I sounded put out, it — it’s my fault. I should have called before I came.

TJ: Or maybe you’re not upset because you couldn’t see your doctor. Maybe you’re upset because Sonny corinthos got under your skin.

Elizabeth: [ Sighs ] I have to admit, in the beginning, I was rooting for Cameron and Trina to get together.

Carly: Oh. As opposed to Cameron and Joss.

Elizabeth: Well, I was just… worried that Josslyn might be…

Carly: Too much like me?

[ Both laugh ]

Elizabeth: But now I realize she’s exactly who I want Cameron to be with. She’s smart and independent and fiercely loyal to the people she cares about. I know I keep using the word “fierce,” but it’s just true.

Carly: And Cameron isn’t afraid of Josslyn’s fierceness.

Elizabeth: Oh. Just the opposite. He’s drawn towards it. And more than that, he respects it.

Carly: Okay, well, if we’re throwing out compliments, I have some. Cameron’s a great kid, and he respects women because you taught him to.

Elizabeth: It’s kind of ironic, isn’t it?

Carly: What is?

Elizabeth: Well, respect hasn’t really always been my thing. You should know that better than anyone.

Elizabeth: Grow up, Carly. We have a baby’s welfare to consider, not to mention Lucky and anyone else involved.

Carly: You trashed your marriage because you slept around on your husband.

Elizabeth: [ Scoffs ] This coming from you, the town whore?

[ Slap sound ]

Carly: You got pregnant on purpose, you hypocritical little slut.

Elizabeth: And you were right. I was a hypocrite, judging you when I was no saint myself.

Carly: Yeah, well, I could have taken the high road a few times, and I didn’t.

Elizabeth: [ Chuckles ] And it’s highly unlikely that I will in the future.

[ Both laugh ]

Cameron: Look, everything has been moving so fast, I feel like I haven’t had time to think of any of it.

Josslyn: Really? Because I feel like that’s all I do. And guess what? We don’t have the power to slow it down. I mean, we’ve already gotten e-mails requesting comment from the PCU paper. You think it’ll stop there?

Cameron: I-it could. I mean, maybe if we keep our heads down, something else will happen and take the attention away from us.

Josslyn: And then what? You heard Alexis, cam. What happened to us was a crime. And sitting in the dark hiding just makes me feel like more of a victim, and I don’t want that. And I don’t want people to think I’m ashamed, because I’m not. We didn’t do anything wrong.

Cameron: No, we didn’t.

Josslyn: We had sex because we love each other. I love you.

Cameron: I love you, too.

Josslyn: So I’m not gonna let Esme and some internet creepers turn this into something ugly.

Cameron: Look, Joss, I just — I don’t want you to get hurt.

Josslyn: I’ll be more hurt if I don’t stand up for myself. So will you stand up with me?

[ Knock on door ]

[ Door opens ]

Alexis: I want you to meet Alicia Gallego. This is Josslyn Jacks and Cameron Webber.

Alicia: Nice to meet you both.

Alexis: Alicia’s one of our best reporters. And I don’t mean to pressure you, but we are reaching a deadline for tomorrow’s issue. And if we’re gonna stay ahead of this, this story needs to be in said issue. All by way of saying, have you reached a decision?

Esme: To spence’s friends, I’m toxic, and I’m afraid they finally convinced him to agree.

Laura: So you’re leaving?

Esme: I refuse to stick around for scapegoat duty.

Laura: Even if it means giving up Spencer?

Esme: What would you do in my position? Fight to hold onto a guy who’s into someone else?

Laura: [ Sighs ] I-I would have to think twice.

Esme: But I bet you’ve never had to. I bet you’ve always been the first in the eyes of the one you loved. I’m lucky if anyone sees me at all. Spence did. Not anymore.

Laura: You don’t know that.

Esme: Yes, I do.

Esme: Are you 100% certain? No. Okay. So you asked me what I would do in your position. I think I’d want to know that it was really over before I walked away.

Esme: I don’t even know why we’re discussing this. I mean, what difference does it make to you whether spence is with me or he isn’t?

Laura: Actually… it makes more difference than you know.

Nikolas: Avery had a little playground accident. Ava had to take her to the hospital.

Spencer: How badly is Avery hurt?

Nikolas: Ava doesn’t think it’s serious, but she just wanted to make sure.

Spencer: It’s good that Ava’s focused on Avery. She’ll be torturing me soon enough.

Nikolas: Spencer.

Spencer: We can’t forget that ava is in charge of my restitution.

Nikolas: Let’s start out this way.

Spencer: What way?

Nikolas: You know exactly what I mean. We haven’t even left this place, and we’re already at odds over Ava.

Spencer: When are we not?

Nikolas: You know, walking out those doors doesn’t erase anything. You still have a lot of work ahead to make up for the pain you caused. And you need all the allies you can get.

Spencer: Oh, I see. So I either toe the line or you and ava cut me loose. No. I’ve been there. I’ve done that.

Nikolas: No. I just — I wish you would see your release the way that I do. It’s an opportunity for a fresh start for all of us.

Spencer: Let’s just focus on us, okay? We can worry about the subject of Ava later.

Nikolas: [ Sighs ] I’ll take what I can get. Should we get you processed and out of here?

Elizabeth: The name-calling we did…

Carly: Mm.

Elizabeth: …Seems a lot worse now, doesn’t it?

Carly: In light of what the kids are going through?

Elizabeth: Mm-hmm.

Carly: Yeah, it feels like the universe is dishing out some serious karma. I mean, you and I — ugh, we said some nasty things to each other, and I just feel like Josslyn and Cam are paying the price.

Elizabeth: Well, I’m — I don’t know. I just think they’re being tested. And where we failed as young adults, they’ll succeed.

Carly: You sound confident.

Elizabeth: I am. Because you and I have raised two fundamentally decent humans. It’s not gonna protect them from getting hurt.

Carly: No, but it’ll give them tools on how to handle it.

Elizabeth: Exactly. They’re gonna take whatever’s thrown at them and just keep on going.

Carly: Just like we did. Hopefully with a lot less drama.

Elizabeth: Oh, God. Please. Way less.

[ Both laugh ]

Ava: Oh. So I, um — I take it there was a little hiccup with you and — and Curtis’ father?

Sonny: You don’t miss a beat, do you?

Ava: Hmm. Let’s just say I’m attuned to your moods.

Sonny: Well, it wasn’t really a hiccup. It was just a — a communication problem.

Ava: Not on your part, though. I-I say that because I heard that you were communicating quite a bit, uh, on Nina’s behalf.

Sonny: On Wiley’s behalf.

Ava: Whichever. It’s a side of you that I’m not often privy to. Optimistic and sociable. I like it. It’s becoming. I hope I see more of it.

Marshall: I’ve crossed paths with men like Sonny Corinthos before.

TJ: Then you should know he is no one to mess with.

Marshall: Yeah. Yeah. You seem pretty chummy with him.

TJ: We go way back. Sonny was there for me when I really needed it.

Marshall: I bet he loves to remind you of it, too.

TJ: No, it’s not like that.

Marshall: No, not now. Not yet. But the Sonnys of the world — they never forget a favor given. And Lord knows they always collect on a favor owed. Don’t mistake his generosity for genuine friendship.

Drew: It’s a lease dated September 1986 for a one-bedroom apartment in Buenos Aires. It was never digitized, so a conventional background check wouldn’t have caught it, plus, it’s a foreign document.

Curtis: And I never even thought to look outside the U.S.

Drew: The only reason my people caught it is because Aurora is big enough that it vets internationally.

Curtis: So my father lived outside the country.

Drew: Yep. But it’s who he lived as that surprised me. Check out the name on the agreement.

Curtis: Marshall Ashford. He was in witness protection. Wouldn’t he have an alias?

Drew: Guy was abroad. Maybe he got sloppy?

Curtis: Or… maybe he was never in witness protection.

Carly: How’ it go?

Josslyn: Well, we heard what Alexis had to say, and we agree with her.

Elizabeth: So you’re doing the story?

Cameron: Did the story.

Josslyn: Yeah, we already spoke with the reporter. We’re not hiding. We’re gonna stand up for ourselves.

Carly: Good for you. Good for both of you.

Lopez: Cameron Webber and Josslyn Jacks?

Josslyn: Yes.

Lopez: I’m detective Lopez with the PCPD. Ready to give your statements?

Josslyn: Yeah, we’re ready.

Alexis: This is actually coming together.

Alicia: At the speed of light, it would seem.

Alexis: I am really proud of Josslyn and Cameron. This was a really tough decision. So our job is to make sure that they don’t regret it.

Curtis: [ Sighs ] So if my father wasn’t in witness protection, but he was on the run, then his claims that the danger had passed — they don’t count for much.

Drew: I went there, too. But maybe witness protection services doesn’t extend abroad.

Curtis: Yeah, but he still would have an alias, though, right?

Drew: Mm.

Curtis: Providing he ever had one in the first place.

Drew: So… you got this information. Now what are you gonna do with it?

Marshall: Stay away from Sonny. If he keeps sniffing around, let me know.

TJ: Okay. Okay. If I ever have any problems with Sonny, I will.

Marshall: Thank you.

Ava: Avery, watch where you’re going, honey!

Marshall: Whoa! Oh. Almost — hey. Are you all right, little one?

Harmony: Next time you want to play mind games with someone, find yourself another lackey, because I have enough trouble in my own life. What is it?

Marshall: Are you all right, little one?

Ava: I’m so sorry.

Marshall: It’s okay. It’s no — no problem. I’ll have that back now.

Sonny: See you soon.

Harmony: “Don’t worry. One day I’ll free you from my service… the only way I know how.”

Laura: Under normal circumstances, I would step back and let you and Spencer work out your problems. But these are not normal times. It’s very clear to me that Victor is up to no good, which will most certainly blow back on my son and my grandson. Now, whatever issues you’re having, I know that you really care about Spencer. And right now, he needs everybody he can get in his corner. And especially the ones who have sway with him.

Esme: So if I can help keep Spence away from Victor, you’ll… overlook my issues? And what happens if I’m not willing to overlook Spence’s?

[ Door opens ]

On the next “General Hospital” —

Willow (to Michael): I wasn’t being honest with her, or with you.

Curtis (to Jordan): I really need your help.

Nikolas: Is that a problem.

Ava (to Victor): I always want something, and I usually get it.

Anna (to Drew): You really are our best chance.

Harmony: I wish it was that simple.

Nina (to Sonny): I was following up on something important.

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Brad: Okay, next question. “I don’t care about the rules. I do what I want.” Strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, strongly disagree?

Britt: Strongly agree.

Brad: No kidding.

Britt: [ Scoffs ] How many more? This is taking forever.

Brad: Ah, patience. “When it comes to making plans, I am willing to compromise.” Strongly agree —

Britt: Mm, somewhat agree.

Brad: Strongly disagree.

Britt: Pardon?

Brad: Nothing. Almost there.

Britt: [ Sighs ]

Brad: Only… 40 more questions.

Britt: What?

Brad: Stop complaining! All you have to do is answer questions. The matchmaker’s got the tough part. Just gotta take all your answers to find your perfect man.

Dante: Elizabeth, hey. What brings you here?

Elizabeth: I need to know if there’s been any progress on the break-in at my house. I mean, how can somebody sneak a gigantic portrait into my house without somebody’s doorbell Cam picking it up?

Dante: Yeah, you’d think so, right? But we’ve got nothing so far.

Elizabeth: Obviously, I’m disappointed — not surprised. However, there has been a development on my end.

[ Knock on door ]

Finn: Come in! Back again? I-I-I — I thought this was all gonna stop.

Chase: Well, good morning to you, too. Thanks for the warm welcome.

Finn: I’m sorry, I just — I’m surprised. I just — I thought I’d be seeing a lot less of you now that Brook Lynn is back in town.

Maxie: Hey!

Brook Lynn: Hey.

Maxie: Oh, my gosh, did we have a meeting? You’ll have to excuse me. I need coffee. I usually stop by perks on my way here, but then I realized I didn’t have a free hand. And I keep forgetting Bailey’s stroller has a cup holder.

Brook Lynn: Oh, you’ll figure it out. I just cannot believe you have not had coffee. That’s the first thing I’d do in the morning — after Miss Bailey’s bottle, of course.

Maxie: Oh, no, no, no. [ Laughs ] I brew my first cup as soon as I wake up. Perks is my first latte.

Brook Lynn: Ah, got it. [ Laughs ]

Maxie: You should go see Bailey at daycare. I’m sure she misses you.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, thanks. I will. I miss her.

Maxie: How are you doing? I mean, I haven’t seen you since you got back.

Brook Lynn: I’m good.

Lucy: And that is the last one. Yes! You did it.

Portia: [ Squeals ]

Lucy: [ Laughter ]

Portia: I might have developed carpal tunnel from signing all these documents.

Curtis: Lucy, thank you. Thank you. This was a much better venue than somewhere in some stuffy room in a bank.

Lucy: Well, I do aim to please. [ Gasps ] Oh, forgetting very important something. Uh, stay there. Don’t move. Excuse me for just a minute.

Portia: [ Chuckling ] Okay.

Curtis: We’re homeowners.

Portia: [ Laughs ] We got a beach house.

Curtis: Baby.

Portia: Oh, my god!

Selina: Thank you for seeing me. I’m sorry to bother you at home. There was a time I would have gone through Jason. But since you still have no second, I had no choice but to approach you directly.

Sonny: Well, you know, Jason’s very hard to replace. Um… what’s on your mind? Do we have a problem?

Maxie: You know, you don’t have to do that, Brook Lynn.

Brook Lynn: Do what?

Maxie: Pretend that you’re okay. I can tell you’re hurting.

Brook Lynn: You are correct. Look, life is not exactly great at the moment, okay? But how could I complain after everything you went through all those months and months?

Maxie: Hey, you didn’t exactly have it easy, okay? People have been judging you and giving you grief.

Brook Lynn: Well, I would do it all again to protect that baby girl. I am just so thankful that Bailey is safe and that Peter is finally gone.

Maxie: Yeah, she’s safe because of how you love and protected her. I’m never gonna forget that.

Brook Lynn: Don’t give me all the credit. Chase helped, too.

Maxie: Have you, uh, seen him since you got back?

Brook Lynn: Um, yeah, he stopped by the house.

Maxie: Oh, did he? What was so important that he just had to rush right over?

Chase: I actually have a legit reason for being here completely unrelated to Brook Lynn. You are looking at the organizer of this year’s community softball league.

Finn: Congratulations.

Chase: Thanks. I volunteered. Can I put you down for a team?

Finn: If you must.

Chase: Oh, and, uh, furthermore, can I get you to spread the word around here, get your colleagues to sign up?

Finn: You might want to recruit someone that’s a little more of a people person. I’m not really the best choice to be rallying the troops.

Chase: Well, I talked to Elizabeth, but I figured she’d be busy with Jake.

Finn: Well, good news on that front. Jake’s innocent. He has an alibi.

Chase: Wow, what a relief. W-where was he?

Finn: Library.

Chase: Why wouldn’t he just say that in the first place?

Finn: I guess he didn’t want Elizabeth knowing he was video conferencing with his grandparents.

Chase: Elizabeth’s parents? Why is that a problem?

Finn: I couldn’t tell you. All I know is, Elizabeth is determined to keep her parents out of her life.

Epiphany: Well, they look happy.

Marshall: That they do.

Epiphany: [ Chuckles ] You want to go say hello?

Marshall: No, no. I, uh — I don’t want to be pushy.

Epiphany: You’ve been pushy about getting me into your band.

Marshall: Well, that’s just common sense. You know, we could have a lot of fun playing music together.

Epiphany: Mm-hmm.

[ Both laugh ]

Marshall: I wonder what they’re celebrating.

Lucy: And here we go. [ Laughs ] One for you.

Portia: Oh, yay!

Lucy: One for you.

Curtis: Thank you.

Lucy: Here is to your new home. Cheers.

Portia: [ Laughs ] Cheers!

Curtis: Hear, hear.

Lucy: Mmm. Mm! Oh, dear. Okay, I have to go. I really want to get your papers filed. So, here — for you. Oh! For you. And I gotta get back to Deception, or I’m simply gonna have to fire myself. So, ta. Enjoy.

Portia: [ Laughter ]

Lucy: Thank you. Congratulations.

Curtis: Thank you.

Portia: Babe, I can’t wait to move in. I got some big plans for the new house. [ Laughs ] With your agreement, of course.

Curtis: I have some big plans of my own.

Dante: I will, uh, send someone over to the library, get them to check the computer logs, be sure we can confirm Jake’s story. But I’m very relieved to hear that.

Elizabeth: Yeah. I know. Me too. But now that we’ve ruled out Jake and Betsy, we’re back to square one. And I certainly don’t like knowing that somebody’s been in and out of my house doing all these creepy things.

Dante: Right. Um… but, you know, you do have that key hidden outside that allows access to your house pretty easily.

Elizabeth: I know. I-I-I’ve removed the key. I’ve changed the locks, and a security system is being put in today.

Dante: Oh, good. Okay. I’m gonna make sure there’s a patrol car going by the house every day, too.

Elizabeth: Thank you.

Dante: Yeah.

Elizabeth: Um, I’m also here on another matter. It concerns Cameron. Apparently, there is a video going around.

Dante: Yeah. Yeah, I’m aware of the video with Cam and Joss. Actually, Michael was just arrested for assaulting the tabloid reporter who asked him about it.

Selina: We have no problem. In fact, I’ve found our collaboration very beneficial, so far. I hope you feel the same.

Sonny: Well, th– you know, I was surprised ’cause everything was going smoothly when you asked to meet with me. What’s so urgent?

Selina: We used to be the five families. Right. Now we are two.

Sonny: Uh-huh.

Selina: Corinthos and Wu. And since our territories are consolidated, it’s only natural that our business interests would overlap more than previously.

Sonny: Cut to the Chase. What do you want?

Selina: Use of the Port Charles harbor. Of course, you’d get a cut of any business I do in your territory.

Sonny: [ Chuckles ] Ah. Yeah, I could consider that. But you gotta play by my rules.

Brook Lynn: Chase stopped by to drop off a few things I left at the beach house. Okay, more than a few.

Maxie: Poor Chase. He seemed so lost while you were gone.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, I’m sure he’s missing Bailey. His suspension’s also weighing on him.

Maxie: Yeah — yeah, all of that is true, but I don’t think Bailey’s the only person he’s been missing.

Brook Lynn: Look, Chase has made it clear that we are friends, which is exactly how I want it. Where’s Lucy, by the way? Deception’s about to go public, and we haven’t even finished planning the party.

Maxie: Lucy’s wrapping up some real estate business or whatever. What’s in there?

Brook Lynn: Oh, nothing. It’s just my songbook. Chase found it at the, um — the beach house.

Maxie: You’re writing songs again?

Brook Lynn: No, no. [ Laughs ] Not exactly. I haven’t been able to look at them since, um, Nelle attacked me. I just couldn’t face it. I thought I shouldn’t write anymore since I can’t sing anymore.

Maxie: But you’ve changed your mind?

Brook Lynn: Well, Chase thinks other people might want to sing them. Says they’re pretty good.

Maxie: Oh, does he? Oh, that’s very friendly of him.

Chase: Wait, does this mean “the pause” is over? You and Elizabeth can get back together?

Finn: We haven’t talked about it yet.

Chase: Well, what’s stopping the two of you?

Finn: I think Elizabeth got a little spooked, certainly with all the craziness going on and also with the speed in which things happened with us. It’s been a little over a year since she lost her husband. They’re still a family in mourning.

Chase: I mean, I get it. I can see how all those Franco-centric events might have kicked up some doubts and sensitivities for Elizabeth. But has anything happened since the portrait?

Finn: No, nothing.

Chase: So, maybe it’s all over.

Finn: Whether it is or isn’t… I’m not giving up on my relationship with Elizabeth without a fight.

Elizabeth: So, what happens now?

Dante: Well, Michael will be arraigned this morning. He’ll probably make bail and have his day in court. But I-I-I’m telling you this because you and the boys, you’ve gotta be careful. This guy, Smoltz, he’s a real piece of garbage, and he’s not gonna let this story go.

Elizabeth: But this was an invasion of a very private moment. This isn’t news — it’s smut. And it was intrusive and hurtful.

Dante: Right, and I agree with you, but it is news to them because of Josslyn’s connection to Sonny. The Corinthos name is clickbait. And — and you have to remember that Cam and Joss are consenting adults now. So technically, he is allowed to go after them.

Elizabeth: God, haven’t those kids suffered enough? What about the person responsible for the video? Are you going after them?

Dante: Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah. Of course, we are. Totally. And the PCU is also conducting their own investigation.

Elizabeth: Yeah, but how long is that gonna take?

Dante: I don’t know.

Elizabeth: I mean, what else can we do?

Dante: Really? Um, stay cool. Don’t punch any reporters in the face. If they ask any questions, just keep walking, say “no comment,” and hopefully they’ll get bored and move on to something else soon.

Elizabeth: Easier said than done. Yeah. Well, like you said, the Corinthos name is clickbait. If this becomes a story about a kingpin’s stepdaughter…

Dante: Well, you know what? I am gonna talk to Sonny and tell him he’s gotta stay out of it.

Elizabeth: Good luck with that. We both know no one tells Sonny what to do.

Selina: Please, define your rules.

Sonny: No drugs, period. Full stop.

Selina: That’s been your policy for decades. It’s not a problem for me.

Sonny: Okay, I’m gonna need advance notice on all your traffic, and I’m also gonna choose the point person to facilitate the process.

Selina: Won’t that create more work for you?

Sonny: Those are my terms.

Selina: Then I agree.

Sonny:  I also need to hear from you at least 48 hours before the first shipment.

Selina: Of course. I’ll make sure there are no disruptions on my end.

Sonny: I’m counting on it. Anything else?

Selina: One other matter. I heard about your son Michael’s arrest. So vexing.

Sonny: Okay. Michael is my problem. You take care of your family. I’ll take care of mine.

Selina: Oh, I do. I promise. I keep a very close eye on my family.

Brad: Now we need to list the qualities you want in a man.

Britt: [ Groans, sighs ] Smart. Resourceful. Resilient. Not too self-absorbed. Someone aware that there’s a world out there that’s bigger than him and his workout routine or his career path.        [ Sighs ] He needs to be sexy. Maybe even a little dangerous. But someone that I can rely on.

Brad: With a leather jacket and a motorcycle?

Britt: That’s a low blow.

Brad: I’m sorry. I’m sure Jason Morgan will be a hard act to follow. But [Hisses through teeth] Guy wasn’t perfect.

Britt: Just perfect for me.

Brad: What if we try for, uh, sexy and resourceful, but with a little fashion sense? And maybe loves to dance. Oh, and knows good wine.

Britt: Are we still looking for me? [ Laughs ]

Brad: Trust me, I don’t want a man right now, especially with Aunt Selina circling. But you know what I really want? A job. So, how goes it, bestie? Any luck finding me a gig here at GH?

Epiphany: You, um, got me thinking. And… [ Sighs ] …I’m going to take the MCATs.

Marshall: Good.

Epiphany: [ Laughing ] Oh, my —

Marshall: Wonderful! Well, I’m going to order us a round of mimosas.

[ Both laugh ]

Epiphany: Mm. [ Laughs ]

Portia: I took your advice. I stopped pushing Trina to stay away from Spencer.

Portia: And I do — I do. I’m glad that Trina’s learning how to live life on her own. I want that for her. But it’s times like these that I wish I could just knock on her bedroom door, poke my head in there [Laughs] Ask her how her day was. And she would confide in me. And we just…talked. No matter the age, parenting is hard.

Chase: I’m rooting for and Elizabeth. You two make a cute couple.

Finn: Did you just say “cute”?

Chase: And I’m impressed to see you go after what you want.

Finn: Well…

Chase: Way to be proactive.

Finn: Yeah? You like that? Well, now that we’re on the subject, have you at least spoken with Brook Lynn?

Chase: Um, Brook Lynn and I are friends who went through an intense time together, and now it’s over. So, you know, I’ll see her when I see her.

Finn: Well, it’s good that you can still be…friends.

Chase: Totally. I mean, why wouldn’t we be? I mean, I’m sure we’ll be hanging out again — eventually. We’re still movie buddies — although she can be a little possessive over the popcorn.

Finn: And you’re fine with that? The “buddy” part?

Chase: Totally.

Finn: Mm-hmm.

Chase: Why wouldn’t I be? I mean, it’s time I… get back to living my own life.

Brook Lynn: We’re friends, okay? Those were his words, so… if Chase wants something more, he can darn well say it.

Maxie: Yeah, but do you want more?

[ Bag thuds ]

Brooke Lynn: Uh, no, thanks. I’m not hurling myself into some awkward, “I’m sorry, it’s not you, it’s me” situation, okay? I am fine with the friendzone. Look, we really need to jump on this party. I think we should start without Lucy, and Sasha’s obviously not coming.

Maxie: I got a text from Sasha. She’s extending her time away. Kind of surprising.

Brook Lynn: Ahhh.

Maxie: Hey.

Lucy: So, you haven’t heard.

Maxie: Heard what?

Lucy: [ Laughs ] Sasha and Brando got married.

Brook Lynn: [ Gasps ] [ Exhales sharply ]

Britt: Here you go –a list of your job options.

Brad: Wait. None of these are lab positions.

Britt: We’ve been over this, Brad. Terry is co-chief of staff. I mean, we make hiring decisions together. There’s no way she’ll agree to let me hire you to work in a lab where you could tamper with test results. Given your history, the liability would be too high. I’m sorry, but that’s just reality.

Brad: There’s reality, a-and then there’s “food service coordinator.”

Britt: Did I include that? It should be “food service aid.” You don’t have the qualifications to be a coordinator. But you — you could be promoted.

Brad: [ Exhales sharply ]

Selina: Detective Falconeri. Thank you for your hospitality.

Dante: [ Chuckles ] Hospitality, eh? Selina Wu, the alleged head of the alleged crime family of the same name, yeah?

Sonny: Is there a question in there?

Dante: No. [ Sighs ] No, there isn’t. I came to tell you about Michael. He’s being arraigned today.

Sonny: Can you tell me what happened?

Dante: Why? He didn’t tell you what happened?

Sonny: No, he said that he was protecting his sister and then some reporter was harassing her. Is that because of me and Carly or what?

Dante: Uh, not directly, no.

Sonny: What you mean, “not directly”? Well, what I mean is that the reporter wanted a headline with the name Corinthos in it, so he went after Michael because… there’s a video… with Josslyn and Cameron Webber.

Epiphany: I just hope that I am not fooling myself thinking that I can juggle med school with my job. Becoming a-a doctor is a major endeavor, and… I will have to work while I’m in school. If I get in.

Marshall: Oh, you’ll be accepted. You will. I bet you know half that stuff already. How many young doctors have you trained?

Epiphany: Quite a few. [ Chuckles ]

Marshall: Mm-hmm. There you are. There you are. You got this, girl.

Epiphany: Maybe you should get a job as a hype man.

Marshall: No hype. No hype needed. I believe in you.

Portia: So, how are things going with you and your father these days?

Curtis: Cautiously optimistic. Things are sure looking cozy with him and Epiphany.

Portia: Mm-hmm. Maybe Epiphany would be good for Marshall.

Curtis: Yeah, but… would Marshall be good for Epiphany?

Epiphany: Part of me expects people to laugh and tell me I’m crazy for putting myself through this rigor after all this time.

Marshall: I understand too well about not having faith in yourself. But you’re strong. You’re strong enough to face these things.

Curtis: I hope you two…

Marshall: hmm? Oh.

Curtis: …are enjoying your morning.

Marshall: Even more so now that you’re here.

Epiphany: [ Chuckles ]

Marshall: I see you and Portia are celebrating.

Curtis: Yeah, we just closed on a house.

Epiphany: Oh! [ Laughing ]

Marshall: Whoa! Well, that is good news! Come here, man! Well done!

Epiphany: Oh, boy. You know what? I think that I am gonna go and offer Portia my congratulations. Have a seat, Curtis.

Marshall: Absolutely.

Curtis: Oh, let me — I-I-I don’t mean to interrupt.

Epiphany: No, no, baby. It’s okay. All right.

Marshall: [ Chuckles ]

Curtis: [ Chuckles ]

Marshall: No, no, no. You, uh — you didn’t interrupt. Epiphany? She’ll definitely be back. I ain’t even worried about that.

Curtis: Okay. A little — little cocky, aren’t you?

Marshall: Well, you know, it’s called swagger, son.

[ Both laugh ]

Epiphany: Curtis told us about the house. Congratulations.

Portia: Aww.

Epiphany: You must be excited.

Portia: Yes, thank you so much.

Epiphany: [ Laughs ]

Portia: And I admit, it’s a huge step.

Epiphany: Mm-hmm.

Portia: But it feels right. And sometimes, you’ve just gotta go for it.

Epiphany: I know the feeling.

Portia: Wait, wait. A-are you saying that you and Marshall are starting to get serious?

Epiphany: [ Gasps ] Oh. No, no, no, no, no, no. We just enjoy spending time together. [ Laughs ] I don’t think either one of us is interested in anything serious.

Curtis: I’m not buying this lack of confidence routine. You’re Marshall Ashford. You’re a musician. I’m quite sure you’ve got plenty of game.

Marshall: I do.

Curtis: [ Laughs ]

Marshall: Yes, I’ve — I’ve been a player. But I don’t want that for Epiphany. I like her. I, uh — I respect her. I don’t know, maybe — maybe I just want to romance her.

Curtis: Okay.

Marshall: Yeah. You know, maybe that’s why I — I feel so much out of my depth. And I admire what you have with Portia. Wish I could build a meaningful relationship like that.

Maxie: Sasha didn’t even tell us. I don’t know how I feel about that.

Brook Lynn: I didn’t even know that she and Brando were talking marriage. She never even mentioned it.

Lucy: You know, I’m not sure they really were.

Maxie: Yeah, but why was Gladys hell-bent on stopping them? I thought she and Sasha were on better terms. I mean, Gladys really stepped up when they lost little Liam.

Lucy: Right, so I don’t — I don’t think it was about Gladys not liking Sasha. I think it was that Gladys just thought it was all happening really fast.

Maxie: Brando and Sasha have been together for a year.

Brook Lynn: I can’t believe I’m saying this, but Gladys kind of has a point. Sasha and Brando just lost their baby. They’re still reeling.

Maxie: Right. But sometimes, an intense emotional experience can really bring two people together. I trust Sasha and Brando’s bond, and I have faith that their relationship will only deepen from here.

[ Door closes ]

Finn: How’s Jake?

Elizabeth: Um, well, somewhere in between being righteously indignant and mortified. I was able to convince him that I’m not angry with him for wanting to communicate with his grandparents. However, I’m furious with my mom and dad for encouraging him to keep secrets. But what really bothers me is how upset Jake is that I thought he was behind all of these strange happenings. Not that I blame him.

Finn: Don’t be so hard on yourself.

Elizabeth: Yeah, well… I really appreciate all the help you’ve given me with the boys. And — and now, there’s this thing going on with Cameron. [ Stammers ] We don’t have to talk about it right now.

Finn: I want to. I mean, whatever we… whatever we are, whatever we — we become… …I want to be there for you. Because I think we’re stronger when we’re together. I know I am. So I’m gonna be by your side for whatever comes next. I know I just said “whatever” way too many times, but I need you to know… …you’re not alone anymore. I mean, there’s probably times you’re gonna be on your own, but not necessarily alone.

Elizabeth: Finn?

Finn: Yeah?

Elizabeth: Kiss me.

Finn: Okay.

Curtis: It’s like any relationship. If you want it to work, gotta be real with each other.

Marshall: Is this about you or Epiphany?

Curtis: Ah, both. But we’re talking about Epiphany. Let her see who you really are.

Marshall: [ Chuckles ] Oh, no, no, no. No one wants to see that.

Curtis: What are you, a werewolf or something?

Marshall: [ Growls ]

Curtis: Right, right. Okay. But — no, no. I mean, I’m serious. Instead of trying to be who you think she wants you to be, show her who you really are.

Marshall: I could have used that advice on one of my first dates with your mother. I took her to a skating rink.

Curtis: Oh, Mom loved to skate.

Marshall: Yes, she did. And she was very good at it — much better than me. But I couldn’t let her know about that. So — so there I was. Trying to be smooth, right?

Curtis: [ Laughs ]

Marshall: I’m rapping to her. I’m talking more smack than actual skating. Then her favorite song came on. Man, and out to the rink we went. I get out there. I tried to — I tried to bust a move. Next thing I know, I’m doing a James Brown split —

Curtis: Oh, no.

Marshall: Blap! On the ice. And, oh, man, that split went right up the back of my pants.

Curtis: You’re kidding.

Marshall: I busted ’em wide open, man!

Curtis: Oh, no, no.

[ Both laugh ]

Marshall: Mm.

Curtis: Ahh. I-I never knew any of that. Mom never — she never mentioned this.

Marshall: I loved your mother. I really did, Curtis.

Britt: What about “clinical patient advocate”?

Brad: I assumed that was a joke. Who’d want me at a patient’s bedside?

Britt: Did you even read the job description? It’s technical. It’s not warm and fuzzy.

Brad: What do you mean?

Britt: You’d explain lab test results. You’d guide the patient through essential versus nonessential tests and procedures.

Brad: Wait a minute. I could do that.

Britt: Uh, yeah.

Brad: You mean, I can do that? For real?

Britt: You’re hired! Uh, w– pending Terry’s approval.

Brad: [ Laughs ] Ooh, you’re the best. What would I do without you?

Selina: Interesting question.

Sonny: What’s this reporter’s name, and where do I find him?

Dante: No, no. You don’t find anybody. You’re gonna stand down. The — the reporter wants you involved. That’s why he went after Michael in the first place.

Sonny: You want me to s-sit back and do nothing while somebody put a camera in my cabin? Released a video to embarrass Cam and Josslyn? You’d better figure this out real quick, ’cause I’m putting an end to it.

Dante: No, you’re not. You’re not gonna do anything. I’ve got this. Spinelli’s already taken the video off of all the public sites. He’s gone through your cabin. There is no camera there, okay? I’m not gonna let this drop, all right?

Sonny: How’s Josslyn?

Dante: I don’t know. I haven’t talked to Josslyn. But Carly says she’s devastated — obviously. I mean, I can’t believe Michael didn’t tell you about this.

Sonny: Michael says that, uh, Josslyn’s not my family anymore.

Dante: Wow. Okay, so things have gotten worse, not better between you two.

Sonny: I haven’t seen Michael this angry since he went after custody of Avery. He says that I’m choosing Nina over my family.

Dante: Are you?

Elizabeth: I came here to tell you the exact same thing. I think we’re better together.

Finn: Really?

Elizabeth: Really.

Finn: And here I thought it was my speech that changed the tide. You know, I h– I had more. I mean, really, really good stuff.

Elizabeth: I’m happy to hear more.

Finn: I like your approach better.

Lucy: I think that we should throw Brando and Sasha a “happy wedding” party as soon as they get back.

Maxie: I am all for it. But I agree with Brook Lynn, and she’s been saying all morning we need to focus on our own party, because the IPO is coming up fast.

Brook Lynn: Thank you.

Maxie: And it can’t be some cookie cutter launch party, okay? It needs to be something that gets people talking about Deception. I want to make a splash.

Brook Lynn: I vote live music. We have a venue that can handle it.

Lucy: Ooh, I love that. Okay, string quartet. Eh, very classy, but kind of stuffy, huh? And I don’t want some wedding band, you know, that just plays horrible covers.

Maxie: What about an original song?

Lucy: Wow, that would be great, but it’s awfully tight. I don’t think we have time to hire a composer that could come up with some sort of arrangement for us.

Maxie: What if we don’t have to do that?

Brook Lynn: I may have some songs that might work.

Lucy: You’re a songwriter?

Maxie: She’s phenomenal.

Lucy: O-okay. But then, I mean, who would we have sing? Because, I mean, I know you can’t. You could have Amy, but I’m not gonna have lip synching again.

Maxie: Lucy!

Brook Lynn: It’s okay. Look, I know what I did. I was desperate after my injury. But I have come to terms with the fact that I can’t sing anymore, because now I know I don’t have to give up music altogether. I’m a songwriter.

Epiphany: I’m gonna trust you with something I’m not quite ready to let out yet. I’ve decided to take the MCATs.

Portia: [ Gasps ] What? With all your nursing experience?

Epiphany: I know, I know. It just doesn’t —

Portia: I-I had no idea. Epiphany, you’re gonna be an amazing doctor.

Epiphany: You really think so?

Portia: I know so. In fact, why don’t you let me mentor you? I can help you study for the MCATs.

Epiphany: Yes, please.

[ Both chuckle ]

Curtis: Wait, wait, wait, wait. You turned down an opportunity to play with Dexter Gordon to take mom to see Aunt Stella out in California?

Marshall: I knew how much Irene was missing her sister, and I wanted to make that happen. She said that’s what sealed the deal. She knew I-I really loved her. I did. It’s been a long time since I felt anything close like that with anyone else.

Curtis: Except now? With Epiphany?

Marshall: No. No, not yet. But I-I feel potential. She’s strong. She — she’s kind. She’s resourceful, straightforward, fun. She doesn’t judge anyone. She takes people just the way they come.

Curtis: All the more reason why you should be real with her. I mean, I hear you. I feel the same way about Portia. I’m so excited we’re taking this next step.

Marshall: I’m excited for you, too.

Curtis: [ Chuckles ]

Marshall: And I’m — I’m really glad to see you so happy.

Brad: Uh, Aunt Selina, you’re back. H-h-how’d you find me?

Selina: I was looking for Dr. Westbourne.

Britt: What can I do for you, Ms. Wu?

Selina: Since Bradley insists on keeping you in his life, I have decided to get to know you better.

Britt: Well, you can start by noting that I prefer to say “come in” before people enter my office.

Selina: Noted. Are you free for lunch?

Britt: I’m sorry. I can’t today.

Selina: Oh, perhaps you should consult your calendar.

Britt: I don’t need to. I know my schedule.

Brad: H-having lunch together sounds great, but it might be a little hard to sync up. I mean, you’re so busy, and Britt’s working all sorts of hours. I-I’m gonna be busy soon, too. Uh, Britt just offered me a job here at GH.

Selina: That’s kind of you, but unnecessary. My nephew is working for me.

Sonny: Are you really asking me that?

Dante: Yeah, I am asking you that. I wanna know what the hell’s going on. Michael’s upset with you for cheating on Carly with Nina. I know that, but is something else happening?

Sonny: I’m just trying to talk some sense into Michael about Nina seeing Wiley. I think everybody would be a lot happier if — if — if Nina and Michael weren’t at each other’s throats. Now, Nina… wants to go to court for visitation rights. It — you know, it — she’s Wiley’s grandmother, so that’s not gonna change. I’m just trying to, you know, make sure this all goes away so I can just have my family back.

Dante: I understand that, but you, of all people, should know that that’s not gonna be that easy.

Sonny: W-what is that supposed to mean?

Dante: [ Scoffs ] Well, dad, you — you’re not exactly known for your ability to forgive. Where do you think Michael got it from?

Sonny: I just don’t know — I don’t like being at odds with Michael like this.

Dante: Honestly, I don’t think he likes being at odds with you, either. He loves you. But he’s — he’s angry. I’m sure he would love to forgive you, but it’s — it’s just gonna take time. It’s not gonna happen overnight. You gotta — you gotta put in the work.

Sonny: I just — I tell you, I just picked the — the wrong time to stop drinking.

Dante: You stopped dri– why? Why? Something going on?

Sonny: After Carly asked for a divorce, um… I just started drinking a lot more, and I was going down the wrong path. And then Nina, you know, wants to help, and she told me I should stop drinking.

Dante: She did, huh? That’s good. Are you saying there might be an actual future with you and Nina?

Elizabeth: I’m glad that’s settled.

Finn: Me too. And the boys will be okay with us? With me?

Elizabeth: How could they not be? They’ll see what a good man you are and how happy you make me.

Finn: That’s the plan. Whatever happens from here, we face it together.

Lucy: This one. I love it. I think it’s perfect. I love it.

Maxie: I love it, too.

Brook Lynn: Well, it’s a duet. Who would sing the male part?

[ Knock on door ]

Chase: Excuse me, ladies. May I have a moment of your time?

Maxie: Well, look who it is — Detective Chase.

Brad: I-I’m working for you? I think there’s a misunderstanding. I’m working at GH.

Selina: You should have checked with me first.

Britt: Why would he have to do that?

Selina: I thought we had an understanding, Bradley. I provide you with a job, along with your rent-free apartment. I’m happy to pay rent. I have to go. My assistant will contact you about setting up a lunch date.

Britt: Should I be worried that she’ll try and poison me?

Brad: No. Probably not. Just don’t let her take you to a second location.

Sonny: Right now, I’m not planning anything with Nina.

Dante: Then why are you pushing so hard for Nina to see Wiley? Like, you want your family back together. Is that what you’re saying? Like, are you including Nina in that family?

Sonny: Nina is Wiley’s grandmother.

Dante: I know, so maybe you realize that you can’t be with Nina if she can’t see Wiley.

Sonny: It’s not — that’s what I’m trying to say. It’s not a choice between Nina and my family, no matter what Michael thinks.

Dante: Right. Look, I uh — I sympathize with you. I do. But maybe you have to accept that right now, the way that things stand, maybe you can’t have both Nina and Michael in your life.

Portia: I can’t wait to start decorating! [ Laughs ]

Curtis: Yeah, we’ll go, uh, do a walk-through later. You know what, I am really glad things are coming together.

Portia: Does that include your relationship with Marshall? Looks like you two were having a good talk.

Curtis: Yeah, he finally opened up. I really think I’m starting to get to know my father.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Curtis: Oh. Hey, Drew. Okay. Really? Okay, tell me when. All right.

Portia: What?

Curtis: Drew just found some inconsistencies in Marshall’s past.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Drew (to Curtis): Are you sure you want to know?

Alexis: Have you reached a decision?

Laura (to Nikolas): We need to close ranks.

Spencer: Let’s do it.

Josslyn (to Cameron): Will you stand up with me?

Esme: Are you saying you were wrong about me?

Carly (to Elizabeth): How can you be so sure?

Sonny (to Ava): You don’t miss a beat, do you?

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