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and I’ve been dealing with a high-level security firm lately. Have you heard of pikeman? Yes, I’ve heard of pikeman. You don’t want anything to do with them. Too late. What do you mean? How involved are you with them? Well… hey, I heard you two were out here. Dante, hi. Hey. Am I, uh, interrupting? It’s always good to see you. I realize I haven’t seen you since, uh, your boy dex there called about a dead body in the alley outside of G.H. I am so happy that you’re having a sleepover with me and donna and I have someone to make cookies with. Because donna’s too little to bake. She is.

[ Knock on door ] Mommy! Ava: Hi! Hello, sweetheart, hi. Mommy, why are you here? I’m spending the night with mama carly and donna. That’s a good question, ava. What’s going on? Well, I just wanted to see my little girl. That’s all. Hey. Gregory: Hey, don’t tell me. Uh, you called me here because there’s a big story about to break, or maybe a-a scoop you can’t trust anyone else with? So what is it? Political? International? Nothing like that. Well, don’t keep me in suspense. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work. It’s not about work. Well, then, what’s it about? You. It’s about your als. Someone else knows. Moll? I’m home, baby. Hi. Hey.

[ Chuckles ] Wow. What’s all this? I thought we could use a relaxing dinner with a nice malbec. Oh, you spoil me. Thank you. How are you holding up? Oh. Here. Thank you. Mm-hmm. Today’s been good for a lot of reasons. Good. Let’s hear one. Okay, I’ll give you two. My foot is feeling so much better. Great. And… this.

[ Both laugh ] Where is the doctor and that gurney? We need them in the library now. Cyrus, come on. Stay with me. Stay with me. Come on, man.

[ Eerie music plays ] Uh… oh. What the…

[ Rattles ] No, no, no. This is wrong. I don’t belong here. Woman: Of course you do. This is exactly where you deserve to be for eternity.

Why is dex — I mean, this kid is literally — he’s in the wrong place at the wrong time again. Dex was just throwing something away in the dumpster in the alley at G.H. He sees a-a body. Can you imagine? Yeah. That’s what he said. A body? And then he — you know what? He was a good citizen. He made a call. Yeah, like I said, he said the same thing. But the thing is, normally your people don’t call my people, so it’s just a little weird. Oh. [ Laughs ] We do what we can. I just hope that you — you find whoever did this. Well, I got chase working on it. I’m working on some other things. Hey. Hi, dad. Hi. Hi. Mwah. Hey, anna. Hi, kristina. What are you two doing here together? Oh, did dante bring you here? Yes, ugh. My car broke down on my way home, even though i just had it fixed. So, yeah, I called dante to give me a ride, and he offered to buy me a drink. So here we are. I just had to make a quick call. The waitress at charlie’S. Everything alright? Yeah. All good. Well, I’m just glad that he was there to pick you up. Yes. Yeah, maybe, you know, kristina just has to figure out what roadside assistance is. Oh, that is hilarious. Come on, let’s go to the bar, get you a drink. No, wh– the bar’s crowded. No, it’s — let’s just pull up a chair and sit with dad and anna. Okay. Right? So have you two figured out why you almost got shot? I love that after 11 years, I’m still learning new things about you. Tell me, how did this reunion between you and… valiant. Valiant. Can I? Mm-hmm. How did this reunion between you and valiant happen? My sister. Sam? No, kristina. What are you talking about? Tracy quartermaine called me. Yeah, I had — I had dinner with tracy tonight. It was pleasant. We didn’t fight, got along pretty well. Not sure why she would have called you about me. Because when you went to pick up the check, she noticed that your hand froze or shook and you weren’t able to pick up the card from the table. Yeah, I, uh, passed it off as a symptom of old age. Too many years writing on a blackboard. Well, unfortunately, she wasn’t convinced. She’s very self-absorbed, but she’s blunt, and she doesn’t miss a trick. She called me and specifically asked me if there was anything wrong with you.

[ Sighs ] This is a surprise, ava. You here to pick up avery? I want to stay. Please, mommy? We just made cookies, and donna and I are gonna watch the movie “frozen.” Of course you can stay. Thanks. I won’t steal you away from your movie. Thank you, mommy. You’re welcome. I love you. I love you, too. Here you go. Share with donna, okay? Okay. Enjoy the movie. I-I’m sorry for dropping by unannounced. I just — I-I needed to see avery. What’s going on? Does this have anything to do with avery’s new nanny? Okay, he’s lost consciousness, but he’s still got a pulse. How long until the doctor gets here? We got a partial lockdown. A fight broke out in c-block, and the doctor can’t get through. Okay, come on, cyrus. It’s okay, man. Hang in there. No, this isn’t real! I-I — it can’t be. I’m — I’m hallucinating. You’re not hallucinating. You’re dying, cyrus. No, I won’t accept that! I am not done! Not even close! You spent your whole life wanting your own way and using any means possible to get it. But there are some things that you can’t control. No matter how determined or powerful or ruthless you may be, in the end, we’re just mortal. This can’t be the end. Not like this. You built this prison, cyrus, from your own selfish ambitions and your cruelty to other people and your lust for power. You know, if you didn’t want to see this as you were passing from one world to the next, you should have made different choices. Oh, but, sister… I tried.

Tequila soda, please. You got it. I’ll have a bourbon, neat, please. Thank you. I’ll have another club soda. I’m good, thank you. Thank you.Alright. No problem. Be right out. Thank you. Okay, I am going to go freshen up, but you two are not off the hook. I want to hear everything you know when I get back.

[ Laughs ] Okay. She’s not gonna let up, you know that. I-I — you know, she’s a force of nature. I like that. Yeah, she’s got good instincts, too. Were you two here talking about the shooting? Did you learn something new? No, we’re just — we’re just throwing things around. We didn’t arrange to meet or anything. I was having a couple of glasses of wine and your father joined me. Well, it’s as good a time as any to talk about the fact that the wsb might want you dead or someone else wants to kill you. Hey, trish. Hi. My brother and my dad were exactly where you said they would be on the terrace. Thank you. Of course. Just doing my job. You’re very good at it. You are an excellent host. And I’m not just saying that, either. I know. I’m in the hospitality industry. That’s right. You work at charlie’S. Yeah. Are you gonna be able to work at charlie’s when you open up this youth center? I mean, that is what you’re doing, right? You’re opening up a youth center for lgbtq+ kids? And what did you tell tracy? I told tracy that as far as I know, you are in good health, which we both know is a lie. Yeah. I’m — I’m sorry. I know you’re not comfortable with the situation, but I appreciate you covering for me. Gregory, how much longer do you think you’re gonna be able to cover this up? I just wanted to give my daughter a kiss good night, and now that I have, I’ll be on my way. Oh, come on, ava. Sonny calls me out of the blue and asks me to take avery for the night — which is no problem, I love having her, but the timing of this coincides with sonny’s random decision to get avery a new nanny, which doesn’t make any sense, because pilar is capable of taking care of both girls. Carly, there was an incident at the park involving pilar, and sonny and i decided to replace her. Yes, I know what happened at the park. Sonny told me. Pilar’s a wreck about it. She — she feels awful for taking her eyes off avery. Okay, so avery told me about her new nanny, betty. She said she’s really nice. She is. Really? Because josslyn ran into her at the pool and she doesn’t agree. So who’s telling the truth? How’s he doing? I can’t get a pulse. Alright. I’m starting cpr. We need a defibrillator to get his heart started. Please get one. I tried to be better for you, laura. For you. You know how you used to quote those bible verses? They contain so much wisdom, wisdom about what really matters in life. Do you remember the one… “the greatest of these is love”? Of — of course. It’s 1 corinthians 13:13. How many times did you quote that? Oh. A lot. And did you understand it? Really understand it? Because you were given so many opportunities to love and be loved and you threw them all away. The one I regret throwing away the most… was you. I wanted to love you. That’s me before dawn powerwash. Soaking, scrubbing…that’s life. Was life. Now, powerwash gives me the power of an overnight soak in minutes. I’m sorry, minutes? 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When I saw you in sonny’s office earlier, you seemed really tense, and you don’t seem any more relaxed now. This is really none of your business, carly. Sonny made it my business when he called me. You know what’s intriguing to me? I’m sure you’ll tell me. You and sonny didn’t appear to be fighting, and, man, that — that says a lot. You have something to say, carly? Why don’t you just say it? You and sonny aren’t fighting. You brought in a new nanny who no one likes, and instead of avery spending the night with the new nanny or you, sonny wants avery to stay with me. You know what that tells me, ava? That you’re up to your old tricks. Your father came up with an interesting theory. Oh, yeah? Let’s hear it. The releasing of my wsb files, along with all the information about me being a double agent, could be more than just a sick, posthumous revenge tactic of victor’S. But we got to figure out what more there is to it, because victor was hell-bent on revenge. Yes. He — he was the director of the wsb for a lot of years. He had access to your file, which is when he obviously could have read it. The timing feels too convenient. How so? Maybe it’s somebody who’s currently in the wsb who released all that information to make her look bad. They want her out. She’s a good agent and they don’t want her looking around. Well, that explains a lot. Yes. Yeah. I-I’m starting up an lgbtqia+ youth center here in port charles. The idea is to provide temporary housing. Why do you ask? Oh, nina was telling me about it. Nina? Oh, yeah. She brags about you all the time. She thinks the work that you’re doing is amazing. I-I-I didn’t know she felt that way. For what it’s worth, nina and your dad are really proud of you, and I think what you’re doing is great. I mean, all the lives that you’re gonna touch and save? I-I don’t know about saving lives, but thank you. I’m just — I’m — I’m hoping I can create a safe space where people can just be themselves. You know, they don’t have to worry about being bullied or judged or worse. I wish a place like that existed for my brother. Your brother? Yeah, his name is teddy. And when he was 15 years old, my parents threw him out of the house. Oh, my god. That’s terrible. Do you mind if I ask what happened? No. I mean, he was guilty of being himself. And then one day, my parents caught him fooling around with a boy, and my dad went ballistic, and he said, “teddy, no son of mine is gonna be gay.” And they forced him out of the house. Oh, my god. At — at 15? That is — that’s terrible. D-do you know where he ended up going? Oh. [ Sighs ] He took off for the city and we never heard from him again. Last I heard, he was living on the streets, and I don’t know if — if he’s safe or if he even has money for food. So this is why it’s incredible that you’re opening up this center, kristina. It’s so important. Thank you.

[ Sighs ] Okay, I got to get back to work. Yeah, totally. Kristina? Mm-hmm? Thank you for doing this. Thank you. I mean, for all the teddys of the world, and it personally means so much to me. So good luck to you. Thank you. And don’t forget, invite me to the opening. Yes, you got it. Okay. Of course. Thanks. I know kristina is not your favorite person right now, but she really seemed to be trying. It was — it was nice of her to come over a-and check on me. I can tell her visit brightened your day.

[ Chuckles ] It did. It was really nice to just hang out together again. Did she ask you about being our surrogate? No, not a word. We just — we talked about old times together and — and the youth center she’s starting. But you were thinking it, weren’t you? I’ll admit, I’ve been… I’ve been thinking about a lot of different things, and I want to talk them all through with you, because whatever happens next, we have to be on the same page. Come on, man. Come on. Don’t do this, cyrus. Fight! You need to get the lockdown lifted and let the doctor through. We need a defibrillator in the library! That is unacceptable! If we don’t get it down here, this man will die! I was so careful, laura. I made sure to leave you bread crumbs that I knew you were smart enough to follow, and they all led straight to me and the realization that I was your brother. Well, you and martin. Yeah, and marty. He was always the good son, but he had his faults. We all do. But marty never made the big mistakes, the life-altering ones, like you and I did. I definitely made my share of mistakes. Yes, and the more I dug around in your history, the more I felt like… we were kindred souls. You and i are so much alike, and if you could just recognize that, then maybe I wouldn’t feel so alone anymore. I’d have someone to confide in, someone who cared about me. And — and in return, I could have someone to take care of, my — my little sister. W

But you could have just told me that I was your sister. Instead, you manipulated me because you wanted to control the situation. But those manipulations led to your ruin, and eventually, they led you to hold me hostage. But I would never have hurt you, laura. Cyrus, it’s just the two of us now. There’s no need to lie here. There’s no point anymore. You created all of this with your pride, with your anger, with your hurt feelings. Right?

[ Exhales deeply ] Right? Isn’t that really what’s at the bottom of all of this, is all of that pain… oh… …all of those hurt feelings? Because hurt people lash out and hurt other people. But nothing like you’re capable of. The night I held you hostage, there was a moment where I-I-i thought I was going to die. And, uh… I was gonna take you with me so I didn’t have to be alone. But then I looked at you. I couldn’t do it. I knew the police were out there and I gave them the opening, and they stopped me. I did for you. You told me weeks ago what might happen to you — the cramping, the slurred speech, the muscle imbalance. I’ve already seen evidence of those things. I know you have. No matter how hard you try to cover this up, your body is starting to betray you. So how much longer do you think you can hide this? I’m right, aren’t I? You’re in trouble, and sonny’s helping for avery’s sake. How far are you gonna push this, carly? Come on. You stop by just to say good night? You’re gonna tell me that’s all this is? You know, if the only way for me to end this interrogation is to take avery home, then I will go and get my daughter. You do that, and I’ll tell sonny you came by and grabbed avery. The girls will be disappointed, but hell, they’ve seen “frozen” a thousand times. Go ahead. Take avery. Only thing we know for sure is that gun that was used should have been locked up at a wsb facility in berlin. And the only people with access to it would be inside the agency. Okay, well, there we have it, then. It’s got to be an inside job. Yeah. Whoever, they knew victor had your file. Maybe they’re even the ones who gave it to him. They knew once the file was released that anna would be disgraced and arrested. Well, they got one part right. I was certainly disgraced. Yeah, but you weren’t arrested. You got out in front of it. You resigned from the wsb. I was forced to. Be that as it may, you’re walking around free. I-I don’t know if looking over your shoulder every five minutes is free. Right, but that explains the shot at you. Whoever it is considers you a threat. They either took the shot themselves or hired someone else to do it. Did what themselves? Take a shot at anna?

Be honest. How are you feeling about all this? Do you really want to be a father? Yes or no? More than anything, yes. Do you want the child to have your dna? Baby, I would love our child no matter what, and you and I will make the best parents any kid could ask for, regardless of their dna. I know that you would love our child no matter what, but you didn’t answer my question. Do you want our child to have your dna? Would that be my preference to have our child be biologically mine? Yes, I’d like that. And — and how soon down the road are you thinking? A year, two, maybe three? I’m ready now. I’m ready now. I am, too, to all of it. I-I want a baby. I want you to be the biological father. And… the sooner the better. Which means we need to find a surrogate. Which leads us to our next question. Will it be kristina? You’re right, alexis. My symptoms have gotten more frequent and they’re getting more severe, which makes whatever time I have left that much more precious before chase and finn find out I have als. Gregory, you have one son who’s a doctor and you have one son that’s a detective. How long do you think it’s gonna be before they figure it out? This may be my last days, maybe weeks before they notice and they have to start being afraid of me. They’re not gonna be afraid of you. They’re gonna love and support you.

[ Scoffs ] Once they know, all they’re going to see is my disease. But right now, they look at me, they still see their dad, not someone whose terrible decline is looming on the horizon, wondering if my end is near. If it makes you feel any better, for what it’s worth, none of us really know how much time we’ve got left. Yeah, you’re right. But I just want to enjoy what little time I have left with them without them worrying about it getting cut short. And my ending will be terrible, so I just want to stop and savor these good times while I still can, while I’m still able to. Is that so wrong? Uh, we were just speculating. Kristina, can I — can I talk to you for a second? Yeah, sure. So what’s going on? If I hadn’t happened to run into you guys, something tells me you weren’t gonna call me and fill me in. Fill you in on what? Speculation? We’re supposed to be working together. We will… when there’s something to work. I thought there was some– I thought you wanted to be the bait. You wanted to try and draw out the shooter. I don’t know. I think I’ve reconsidered. I’m not on a mission, dante. I’m not undercover. I don’t have a badge. I’m a private citizen, and I happen to be one that can protect herself. Are you sure about that? What happens if my old man’s theory is right and it is someone inside the wsb, someone that wants you out of the way? So here’s — here’s the thing. I-I have a problem with you driving a car that’s not reliable. Dad, it’s fine. It’s — it’s in the shop. It’s getting fixed. It’s all good. Okay, here’s what I’m gonna do for you. I’m gonna buy you a new car, okay? So you don’t have to worry about it breaking down. No, dad, you’re not. You’ve already done enough for me as it is. You’re getting the youth center up and running, and that is way more important to me than a new car. So, no, I am not letting you buy me one. You let the police shoot you for me? I didn’t want anything to happen to you. I-I-I-I… I needed to protect you from me. You don’t believe me, do you? I do believe you. You made a very brave choice that night to let both of us live on. Thank you for that. And in doing so, you gave us both the opportunity to do better.

[ Laughs ] You don’t need to do better, laura. Of course I do. Of course I do. I was angry with you and I-I let my anger blind me at times. I-I was quick to judge you, and I turned my back on you when instead, I should have been reaching out to you and trying to help you, so that leaves a lot of room for me to do better. B-b-but you couldn’t have redeemed me. T-that doesn’t fall on your shoulders. I know that now, because in the end, we all have to save ourselves. But do you want to? Because you’re the only one keeping you locked in here. Don’t go, laura. Please don’t go.

[ Gasps ]

[ Breathing heavily ] Hey, there he is. There he is. Come on. Come on, cyrus. Hang in there. The doctor’s on his way. Okay, man? Alright. Alright. Alright.

It wasn’t fair of me to put you in a position to have to keep my secret. It wasn’t fair of me to put you in a position to have to tell me your secret when you weren’t ready. Hey, listen, you know, it’s your diagnosis. You tell someone whenever you’re damn well ready. I appreciate that. And I intend to tell chase and finn soon. Promise? I promise. But in the meantime, I’m going to enjoy every minute I have left living a normal life. Alexis, I’m grateful for your confidence and our friendship. You know, I’ve — I’ve thought about this a lot, and I-I talked it through with my mom. Okay. I don’t want to ask kristina to carry our child. Are you sure? Yes. And although I’m — I’m certain she would do it for us, I just — I don’t think she fully understands the demands or the commitment that it would be for her. I’m relieved, honestly. Kristina doesn’t need the added weight of being our surrogate while she’s trying to get the youth center started. I think it would be better for all of us if we registered with a service, work out the legal and monetary arrangements, and start interviewing candidates who actually know what to expect. How do you know so much about this? Well, I started doing some research just in case we ended up going this route. Why didn’t you tell me? Baby, I didn’t want to pressure you with this right away. I-I don’t feel pressure at all. We both want this, and that makes me feel hopeful. So… we’re having a baby.

[ Both laugh ] We’re having a baby? Yes! Valiant, you hear that? We are having a baby. We’re having a baby!

[ Both laugh ] We’re gonna have a baby. Whoo! Did you know nina’s been bragging about me? No, I didn’t know that, but it doesn’t surprise me ’cause she’s proud of you. Yeah, she told trish about me starting up the corinthos-davis house. Well, see, now, nina can see for herself that, uh, you’re gonna change the world. I kinda think I’m starting to see that for myself, too. I mean, admittedly, I still have my doubts, but… everybody has doubts, but you know what you do with doubts? You just move through it. Dad! That was a good one.

[ Chuckles ] If sonny’s right and i am being targeted by someone on the inside of the bureau, then a bodyguard’s not gonna do me any good. Why not? Because no one can beat the big, bad wsb? No. ‘Cause they’ll never come at me the same way twice. I’m gonna take kristina home tonight. Thank you for, uh, you know, bringing her by. Thank you. Yeah, yeah, no problem. Anytime. Bye, sonny. Bye. Bye. Bye, anna. Alright, I’ll see you later. If I’m being targeted, then the shooting at the pool was a one-off. If it had worked, fine, I would be dead. But it didn’t work. And if my enemy is indeed inside the bureau, then they’re not gonna want to call attention to themselves, and they’re gonna go to ground and wait months, a year, maybe, before they try again. You really want to be glued to my side for that amount of time? Yeah. You know, it’s gonna play havoc with your job, not to mention your personal life. Alright, anna. You’re driving this point home pretty good. I think I get it. Okay, well, here’s another point. Hmm? As I mentioned, they won’t use the same method twice. Bureau’s got a lot of dirty tricks up their sleeve, and it’s impossible to safeguard against all of them, even if someone was glued to my side 24/7, which we’ve now agreed that you won’t be. Alright. I’ll stand down. But if something changes, you got to let me know. Yeah. You’ll be my first call. You have my word. You know what I think? I think sonny wants avery here because she’s safe, and so do you. We paused the movie. Donna and I need more cookies. Okay, alright. While carly is getting you those cookies, why don’t you give me the biggest hug ever? Ever? Ever! Ooh, there it is! Oh, big enough that I could take it home and keep it all night. Oh, sweetheart, do you know how much I love you? How much? I love you so much. I love you, too. I would do anything for you. Okay. Here you go. Alright, no more. Whatever you and sonny are up to, I hope you know what you’re doing. Thank you, carly.

[ Door opens ]

[ Sighs ] I’ve called ahead to G.H. They’re expecting him. Let’s go. Man’s alive because of you. Not just ’cause of me. I mean, you could have refused to let me help him, so you had a big part in that, too.

[ Cellphone rings ] Yes, uh, paramedics just took him to G.H. Got it. Where do you think you’re going? What do you mean? You were busted for fighting. I’m taking you to solitary. Are you kidding me right now? I was defending myself! The guy came at me with a shiv! I was just trying to stay alive!

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 yeah, I need you to find out everything you can about gordon stevens. Uh, he did a little time in pentonville. He, uh, took two bullets outside of G.H., And I want to find out who’s responsible.

[ Indistinct conversations ] Is this seat taken? Oh, well… it is now.

[ Chuckles ] I’m glad you got out of the house, ’cause I was worried about you. The last time I saw you, you were…a bit off. Yeah, I was. I got tired of hiding out at home, though. Tired of eating cereal for dinner. You know, I’m not very good in the kitchen, and with valentin gone, it’s highly possible that I could starve. I’m surprised valentin hasn’t come back from his trip. Especially with what’s going on with you. I’m fine on my own. I don’t need him to protect me. You may not need him, but does he know the wsb is trying to kill you?

[ Indistinct conversations ]

[ Elevator doors open ] Hold the elevator! You’re welcome. How’s the patient?

[ Sighs ] Mom, you’re making way too much out of this. Okay? I missed a step and fell down the courthouse stairs.

[ Smooches ] It was klutzy, and I’m — I’m more embarrassed than I am hurt. That boot says otherwise. I’m your mommy, and I want to take care of you. So let me, for no other reason than to make me feel better. I just wish I could go back to work. You need to take a minute. Do you need anything? I’m good. Sam came by and made sure the fridge was full, and krissy even offered to shop for me. Good. I figured the girls would get you groceries. Oh, kristina didn’t actually bring any food. She came with something much better. What? Remember this little guy? Aww. Why am

I lucky enoughto get a visit from my sister? Don’t try to flatter me. Answer the question.

[ Sighs ] Okay. You want to know why I’m so hard on nina? That’s not what I said. I asked why you’re being such a bastard to her. Okay, well, let me ask you a question. Uh, why are you always so damn nice to nina? Look, michael, I know that our family was hurt by what happened between dad and nina, but they’re engaged. She’s a part of our family now, so you got to get over it.

[ Sighs ] “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give unto you. Not as the world giveth give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” Lord, make me a channel of thy peace.

[ Grunts ] No one around to help you, old man. No warden. No guards. You’re all alone.

[ Quietly ] Not even god can help you now. Drew: But I can. Get the hell away from him.

I imagine things are hectic at deception. Oh, that’s an understatement. I-I feel like I’m just swamped. You know, we’re all scrambling to do massive damage control. Yeah, I-I feel so terrible for poor sasha and cody. I’m just glad he’s going to be okay. It could have been a lot worse. Yeah, you’re right. It could have been a lot — a lot worse. We just don’t know what happened. It — it was so sudden. I mean, really, sasha’s life was on track. She was doing fine. She was happy. And I think she was thrilled to be doing the interview, and then… she just lost it. I mean, really. Boom. And sasha’s meltdown — it could have tanked deception completely. It could have sent our stock tumbling. But thankfully, we have the deceptor. The sales are incredible, and I think it’s gonna save the company. Yeah, at least that’s good news. Yeah. [ Sighs ] It should be. But it’s not? It’s just, I-I can’t help it. I-I discuss — I bring up the deceptor and all I think about is martin. He’s the one that was the inspiration for me to create it. And the problem with that would be? I just can’t stop thinking about he is getting $50,000 every month in alimony from ex-wife number three. And why didn’t he tell me that? Why keep that a secret? And what else could he be hiding from me? “You’re welcome” for what, exactly? I held the elevator door open for you. The polite response would be “thank you.” Oh, I’m so sorry, emily post. I didn’t realize that you expect to be thanked for a basic courtesy.

[ Cellphone rings ] Oh, so you are familiar with the concept of “basic courtesy”? You hide it well. Yeah, monica. I’m on my way up to the restaurant. Although I wish I’d taken the stairs. You’re canceling? Monica, could you have given me a little warning?

[ Scoffs ] It is always a medical emergency with you. No, monica, I was not aware that you were a doctor. I’ll see you at home.

[ Sighs ] Ladies first. Thank you. I do not want to worry valentin…at all. He has his hands full with laura and kevin and whatever he’s doing. Besides, I don’t believe for one second that the bureau has a hit out on me. You sure about that? ‘Cause we both know they traced the gun back to wsb. Easy explanation is that it was stolen from the bureau and sold on the black market. And the shooter? I don’t know, sonny. A rogue agent. At worst, maybe someone whose family was hurt because of my actions. It was long time ago, but maybe they want payback. Are you still planning to use yourself as bait… to draw them out? Valiant. Where on earth did kristina find him? Where was he hiding? Oh, krissy was going through things in your attic, looking for stuff to sell at the fundraiser, and she opened a box and guess who was sitting there? You used to brush his tail and braid it every night, and then you’d sleep with it, like, right here in the crook of your neck so you’d both fall asleep. And I had to put out carrots in case he got hungry in the middle of the night. Oh, my gosh. I forgot about the carrots. Valiant was a very special pony, and valiant was the only one that could sleep on the bed while the other stuffed animals were relegated to the floor because you believed that valiant was special and needed a place of prominence. Did I really use that word? Of course you did. You had a very, very big vocabulary at 6. You still do. Oh, my god, this pony went with you into every moment — important moment of your life when you were little. You know, you didn’t know this, but I actually overheard you have a conversation with valiant while you were getting ready for junior prom.

[ Chuckles ] And you actually took valiant with you to do your sats. I didn’t know you could do that, but you did. I got to tell you… you know, it was a second ago when you were a little girl and had a stuffed pony, and now you’re my big girl. You’re practicing law. I may be all grown up, but…I still need my mom. Look, kristina, I don’t want to get into this with you. Look, nina has caused enough stress in my life. The last thing I want to do is fight about her with you. Good. I’m not looking for a fight. I am just offering you a simple solution. So what, now you’re giving me advice? Yeah, I am. Y-you can be mr. Big shot business guy here, but we all know I have a sixth sense when it comes to people. Mm. And what is your sixth sense telling you? Uh, that you should drop this grudge and just give nina a chance. A chance… that’s just it, kristina — I’ve given nina chance after chance, and she keeps crossing the line. You shouldn’t even be drawing a line, michael. Make peace. If not for your sake, do it for willow. So I should just do what you’re telling me, and everybody will be happy? Yeah, basically.

[ Chuckles ] Okay. Look, kristina, this isn’t about me. This is about willow. And when it comes to nina, whatever willow decides, I’ll support. Wow. Okay. You — you have got serious skills. H-how did you do that? You’ve got to teach me that. Teach you what? This has nothing to do with you. So why don’t you just walk away and pretend you didn’t see anything? I can’t do that. You get involved, you’re going to pay the price. Is this codger really worth it to you?

[ Gasps ] You’re making a mistake. No. You’re the one who made a mistake. You think you have power here?

[ Inhales deeply ] That everyone’s still in your pocket? I… you don’t have any more allies. Those days are gone, renault. I said to leave him alone. I’m gonna give you one more chance to get the hell out of here and forget you saw this. Look, I really don’t want any trouble here, okay? I really don’T.

[ Breathing heavily ] You’re getting weak, old man. We all see it.

[ Grunts ]

[ Groans ] Oh, god.

What, uh, “skill” do you want me to teach you, and, more importantly, why? You never actually committed to giving nina a second chance, and you didn’t even say you would try to get along with her. What you did say was you would leave it up to willow. Right. I still don’t follow. This is a classic move out of the michael corinthos playbook. Keep everything close to the vest. Don’t give anything away. Always keep your options open. It’s very admirable, honestly. Meanwhile, I am over here like an open book, leaping before I look. Impulsive. Doesn’t always bode well for me, professionally or personally, to be honest, right? Okay. Well, you know what, kristina? You’re giving me a little too much credit. Yes, I am, uh, very analytical. I, uh — I think about everything. But you — I mean, you’re, uh — you’re open, you’re honest, you’re a — you’re a free spirit.

[ Chuckles ] Y-you go where your heart tells you to go. Uh-huh. And that’s not always a bad thing. And plus, you know what? You — you genuinely want to help people. And I-I admire you for that. Thanks, bro. I’m glad you see them as good qualities, because, honestly, it doesn’T… it doesn’t always get the job done. I’ve got a few ideas. Uh, it’s gonna take a little bit more… investigating before I put a plan in motion, I think. Well, let me know if you need help, ’cause I don’t — I don’t like that you’re alone in that house. We don’t even know where the threat is coming from. I really appreciate you looking out for me, but could you just… call your watchdog off? I see him parked outside my house, and I don’t need that kind of protection. I just don’t want it. I get it. I get it. You want me to stay out of it. You know, you have enough on your plate. Certainly don’t need to add me to your long list of problems. Yeah, I got a — I got a lot going on, but I always have time for you. Hearing you talk about memories from when I was little, you know, it’s bittersweet. And it’s something I may never get to experience. Will I ever be able to, you know, make memories like that with a child of my own someday? It’s just — it’s, you know — it’s something I really want. And tj feels the same way? Yeah, he does. So have you, um, talked about options? Yeah, we have. You know, when we committed to each other, we always thought kids were something in the future. You know, we wanted to establish our careers first, but deep down, I always knew I wanted to be a mom. And we were both so, you know, disappointed when we found out I wasn’t pregnant. For a few short hours, you know, before I took the home pregnancy test, we were just excited, you know, about the thought of… of becoming parents. And then we got hit with the endometriosis news, and I just — I-I couldn’t accept that I wouldn’t have a baby. And that just leaves us with a lot to think about. Well, I-I’m certain that you and tj will make the right decision, because it’s — it’s certainly your decision to make. We already have. We definitely want a baby. But how — how do we make that happen? Table for two? No.Yes. Come on. Live a little. Your dinner date canceled. It wasn’t a “date.” It was my former sister-in-law. Just join me for dinner, please. Well, since you said “please.” Table for two. Right this way. I’ll send your waitress right over. Thank you. Thank you, kind sir. You’re very welcome. See? We’re making progress. I have to ask, is this gonna be a running theme? You do your best cary grant, holding elevators, pulling out chairs, and I’m expected to say thank you every time? What’s next — throwing your jacket over a puddle? Would that be so bad? Torture.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Gasping ] Does this guy have allies, or is he working on his own? Allies. Okay. How many?

[ Stammers ] A-a bunch of them. They know to distract the guards and keep them away. Okay, alright. Well, we got to get you out of here.

[ Grunts ] Can you walk? Uh… alright, we gotta get you to the infirmary, okay? Alright, alright. Come on. Give me your arm. Give me your arm. Come on. Here we go. Here we go.

[ Grunting ] Oh, god. Let’s go. Let’s go.

[ Grunts ]

But now we know that can’t happen since… my eggs aren’t viable. So the next option would be using someone else’s eggs, and that — that could be from a donor, or the surrogate. You have a lot to process. I know. I just can’t help but think that… using kristina — it — it might be the best solution. So what, uh, job needs to get done? This is about the, uh — the foundation that you’re starting? The shelter. Yeah. I am setting up a shelter for lgbtqia+ teens that are at risk. Dad found the site, and he set up all the funding. Oh. That’s — that’s good, right? Yeah, it’s amazing. It’s great. It’s just that I have to get everything off the ground. I’m talking to contractors and architects and securing building permits, and I have to learn all these new tax codes for nonprofits. It’s — it’s a lot. And I’m — I’m just realizing how in over my head I am.

[ Inhales deeply ] How can I help? I thought you’d never ask. I hate what that bastard, victor, did to you. Exposing your past was cruel. Cassadines can be a cruel bunch sometimes. But — but there is a collateral benefit. There is? Well, w-we’re not on opposite sides. Uh, we don’t have to pretend we’re not friends. I never pretended.

[ Laughs ]

[ Laughs ] Oh. So all the time that y-you were, you know, judging me and digging me about my criminal activity, you meant it? Yeah. Absolutely. Wow. All of it. Okay. But I think, really, I mean, if I’m being honest, I do have to admit that even when I was doing my duty to uphold the law and bring you to justice, there was a part of me that really admired how you were able to… get away with it?

[ Laughing ] Okay. Let’s not jump to conclusions. We don’t know for sure that those payments were alimony. Oh, come on. You don’t have to be a lawyer to figure it out. Your honor, exhibit a — mr. Grey is receiving $50,000 every single month…

[Exhales deeply] From a company in pine valley called maquillage. That said company is owned by his horrible, greedy ex-wife number three. What?

[ Exhales deeply ] It just occurred to me. We only have marty’s word that his ex-wife number three is so horrible and greedy. She’s the one that is shelling out all that alimony. What if it’s marty? What if he’s the one that is so greedy? I-I don’t think — oh, wait a minute. That’s the reason that he couldn’t possibly marry me. Because he would lose all that money.

[ Gasps, scoffs ] What are you looking for? I’m just looking for any gummy, even if it’s stale. I-I-I thought you said that that wasn’t working for you. Well, looky here. Two of my favorite ladies. Must be my lucky night. May I join you?

[ Book grunts ] Ah!

[ Grunts ] Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Break it up. Solitary for both of you.

[ Weakly ] No.

[ Gasping ] No.

There was always a part of me that admired your ability to compartmentalize. You know, on the one hand, you’re a loving father, going to dance recitals, soccer matches, whatever. On the other, you’re ruthlessly running this criminal enterprise. Tony soprano had a soft side. Yeah, he did. You know what I mean, though. It’s an interesting dichotomy, don’t you think? A doting father, and then commitment to running your business. Hmm. It’s a good thing, right?

[ Both laugh ] Yeah, it’s a good thing. But, you know, as an agent, you know, I-I-I — I didn’t have the luxury of — of admiring the person that I was trying to take down. Right? Because then that’s your own personal feelings affecting your work. You can’t let that happen because it just compromises the whole situation. And if I’m to be honest, that’s kind of exactly what happened early on in my career. And I was determined that that wasn’t going to happen with you. But now, my reputation is kind of tarnished. I can say with 100% certainty I never turned a blind eye to you or your organization. That’s for damn sure, ’cause when you were police commissioner, you — you were all over me, and I’m sure you were like that with any agent you were up against. Yes, I was. What? Did I hurt your feelings? I’m sorry. No, no, no, no. What if it wasn’t victor? Ok ay, so all foundationshave a board of directors. I want you to join. Oh. Okay. Who — who else is on the board? Uh, no one yet. But that’s only because you are my first and only choice.

[ Chuckles ] Look, I-I know how busy you are here, and not just here. You’ve got a lot going on everywhere. But I know right now at work you’re also covering for drew while he’S…away, and at home you have everything going on with willow and the kids. And look, the last thing that I want to do is add to that. But you are the smartest person I know. Please? What do you say? So, my friend was in a bind and he asked me to watch his dog, and he said that astro wouldn’t be a problem. He just didn’t like to be left alone. Which, of course, meant I had to take him to class with me. So I’m in the middle of this passionate lecture about freedom of the press, when I hear tittering in the class, and I’m a little offended. So I stopped and I said, “anybody have any questions?” This one student raises his hand. He goes, “yes, um, professor, did you forget to walk your dog this morning?” At which point I realized

[Laughs] That astro’s relieving himself in the middle of the classroom floor.

[ Laughs ] The moral of the story is never, ever bring a pet to class. They will upstage you every time. That was surprisingly charming. Thank you. I think. I probably sound like a hypocrite after my reaction when kristina first brought up the idea. Absolutely not. Your reaction was completely appropriate. Her timing, however, was not. I mean, there’s a lot to weigh w-with kristina’s offer. I went ballistic when I overheard her talking about being the egg donor and surrogate. But the more I think about it, I-it could be a good option. I mean, krissy and I, we share dna, so the baby would — would technically… be a part of me. And it’s not like we’re using some stranger who could have a questionable lifestyle. I mean, we know kristina’s medical history. We know her — her — her social habits. I mean, that’s a good thing, right? You sound like you’re trying to talk yourself into it. Is that what you think I’m doing? Are you? I’m — I’m pointing out that kristina seems to check all the boxes. Which means she could be the perfect choice to carry our baby. What do you think? Hey, you. Um, well, uh, funny — I was just singing your praises, um, here. I was telling felicia that the sales for the deceptor are just skyrocketing, thank goodness, and I owe it all to you because you were the inspiration for it all. Now, now, my gorgeous little buttercup. We all know that the deceptor is 100% your baby. There’s no reason to bring me into it.

[ Chuckles ] So w-why don’t you, uh, tell me how your trip went? Oh, it was a fun getaway.

[ Laughs ] Mm-hmm. [ Giggles ] Where’d you go? Oh, we went to the spa. Spa in llanview. Um, llanview, pennsylvania. Who knew? It is just beautiful this time of year. Oh, yeah. Yeah, I-I had to meet a potential investor, but I didn’t want to go alone, so she agreed to keep me company. We made it a real girls trip. You know, we had wine and facials and [Stammers] Spa treatments, and… uh, I think it’s getting late. I need to run. I need to, uh, check in with mac and relieve him of his babysitting duties. Um…a grandmother’s work is never done. [ Chuckles ] Goodbye.

[ Chuckles ] Is she okay? Book: Are you gonna fall for that?! The geezer’s faking so you take it easy on his friend here! I-I think he’s having a heart attack. Honestly, please, just get him a doctor. Both of you, shut up. Get ’em out of here.

[ Grunts ] He’s gonna die if you don’t do anything! Look, look, look, look, listen, just — I was in the military. I know what to do. Please, just let me help him. Please. Fine, fine. Let him go. Alright, don’t give up. Alright? Alright, let me see. Alright. You’re gonna be alright.

Oh, we’ll take separate checks, please. No, no, no. I’m — I’m picking up the tab. No, I can pay for myself. I’m not questioning your finances, but I insisted you join me, so it’s my treat. Well, you definitely were more entertaining than my sister-in-law. Well, it’s not exactly a stellar review, but I’ll take it. Next time, you can grab the check. Next time? Who said there’s gonna be a “next time”? Okay. Alright, cyrus. Just try to relax, okay? It’s — it’s alright. Just try to take deep breaths. It’s really important. Take deep breaths in through your nose, out through your mouth. We got to call the infirmary again, guys. Come on, now. Go. See what’s taking so long.

[ Gasping ] Alright, just hang in there. Hang in there, cyrus. You got this. Hang in there. I know you want me to factor in to this. But this is really such a personal decision for you, and I don’t want to influence you. Can you at least help me weigh the options? Just — just try and step back and… talk to me as a former lawyer, and not my mother. Alright, on the positive side, kristina is in good health, and she’s at a good age. But there are so many other things to consider. And, darlin’, I know you want this to be the perfect solution because she’s your sister and you love her and because the baby would share your dna, but on the minus side, most surrogates don’t have a relationship with the baby after it’s born. And kristina would have a relationship with the baby

forever. But I already know that kristina’s — she’s an amazing aunt to sam’s kids, and she would be the same for my child. Molly. But that’s just it. She wouldn’t really be the baby’s aunt. She would be the baby’s biological mother, and that just buys you a whole lot of really complex issues that could come down the line. And I just want you to think about it, and I want you to be prepared. Are you saying that… kristina wouldn’t accept the role of aunt and that she would — she would want to be more? I don’t know that.

You don’t know that.

She doesn’t know that. She’s never been pregnant before. And — and nobody knows if she’d be able to detach or not. Mom, you’re — you’re freaking me out a bit. I’m not trying to freak you out. I’m — I’m just trying to make you think. This is a huge commitment for kristina. I realize that. But I’m not sure kristina does. I would be honored to have a seat on the board.

[ Gasps, squeals ] Really? Oh, my god. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I knew I could count on you. You’re gonna make this youth center a huge success. I hope so. I wish I had that confidence. I just…I feel like with me running things, it’s only gonna last for, like, I don’t know, six months, maybe. Kristina. You have to believe in yourself, okay? It’s so funny you say that. Molly was literally just saying that to me the other day. I-I just — I think my — my big fear is that I’m gonna make a huge mess out of everything again, and then dad’s gonna have to clean up after me, and then mom is gonna be totally disappointed with me again. And ultimately, I’m gonna prove everyone right that I can’t do anything and follow through with something. Kristina, stop being so hard on yourself. It’s just dad really gave me a great head start with this foundation, you know? And I just know that if I don’t succeed, I’m gonna let him down. I can’t believe I’m saying this, but, uh… you underestimate dad. All this information about you being a double-agent get leaked out to the press. I mean, the wsb, I’m sure they sealed the records. Yeah. Why expose you now? Well, the timing isn’t a coincidence. Hmm. You know? Even in death, victor is the gift that keeps on giving. Right? I-it all just came out, um… when his will was being read. You know, the lawyer, he — he played this taped message from victor saying that he was leaving me with the “truth”. I wasn’t sure what that meant. And then less than an hour later, I-I was here, remember? And I was arrested by agent hursley. Then the whole media blitz started, and my face was plastered across the newspaper. “Anna devane — double-agent.” So, cassadine exposing your past was all about payback? His final act of revenge? I think so. What else could it be?

Despite my feelings about dad, I can be objective. Like, he’s always been a savvy businessman. He wouldn’t invest time and money into you if he thought you would fail. Look, if you need his guidance, just reach out to him. He’ll surround you with professionals who know how to get the job done. See, that’s what I thought, too. But once we got the funding set up, he just completely backed off. Yeah, it’s probably ’cause he doesn’t want to overstep or make it seem like he’s keeping tabs on you. But look, dad is your biggest fan, and he has all the tools you need to succeed, okay? So all you got to do is just reach out to him. It is annoying how right you are sometimes. You know, you got to admit it, though. You still love dad.

[ Scoffs ] You do. Otherwise, you wouldn’t have this much faith in him. Alright, why don’t you get out of here, okay? Ah, you’re kicking me out? Your new board member needs to get to work. Okay, fair. Hey, michael. Yeah? Thank you.

[ Door closes ] Clearly, someone else in the wsb could have reason to leak those confidential files. You were a damn good agent. I’m sure you were a threat to somebody and that’s the only way they felt they could shut you out.

[ Chuckles ] Could be. My ego would really like to believe that that was true. But I don’t have any way of knowing. I-I don’t even know if the bullet was meant for me at the pool. It could just have easily been meant for you. Yeah, I considered that. I’ve been working with a high-powered security firm lately. You know, you ever heard of pikeman? Yes, I have heard of pikeman. Trust me, you do not want anything to do with them. I’m guessing you don’t miss lecturing since you seem to do so much of it outside the classroom.

[ Chuckles ] Are you okay? Yeah. Fine. I’m fine. Just, uh, too many years writing

[Laughs] On a blackboard. Uh, teachers don’t have to worry about that anymore. Everything’s electronic. I’m sorry I have to run, but I totally forgot I promised alexis that I would look over an article before it goes to press. Good night. Good night. Thanks, mom. You’ve given me a lot to think about. I wasn’t looking at this from kristina’s point of view, and that’s something tj and i definitely need to consider. I know this is hard, honey, and I’m very sorry, but I know you’re really brave and you can handle it. And like I said, sometimes the most difficult things in life can be the most — oh. Most rewarding. Look at you.

[ Chuckles ] Smart, smart girl who I love. You’re my favorite. Oh, yeah. You tell us all that. Yeah, I do.

[ Chuckles ] Listen to me. The good news is you’re not doing this alone, right? I did it alone twice. And it’s hard. But you have tj. And that little guy. Thanks, mom. You’re the best. I don’t know what I’d do without you. Well, hopefully you won’t have to find out for a very, very long time.

[ Door opens ] See ya, valiant.

[ Cellphone rings ] What can I do for you, tracy? I just had dinner with a friend of yours. Gregory chase. What were you having dinner with gregory for? It’s not important. I-I want to know if… I want to know if there’s something wrong with him. In what way? His health. Tell me. I’m — I’m so curious. Have you — have you checked in with, um, your mother today? Oh, yeah. I do every day. You know that. If I don’t call, mama calls the neighbors.

[ Chuckles ] So, how is your mother today? Oh, she’s as vivacious as ever. Thank you for asking. As a matter of fact, she was trying on a new lipstick when we spoke. Apparently it’s bingo night and she’s vying for the affections of one mr. Brewster, the most eligible bachelor there. Wow. Well, clearly she seems to be enjoying herself at the retirement home. I mean, it’s good, right? I mean, they take good care of her. And I hear those places are very, very expensive. You know, that — that makes — makes me think you have such a huge financial burden. I mean, your mom, and then paying all that alimony to your ex-wives, three of them. [ Chuckles ]

[ Chuckles ] They are a rather unique set of rapacious creatures, to be sure. Especially number three. Yeah, she’s a-a real piece of work. Vulture, you know? Picks at your bones till there’s nothing left. Mm, mm, mm. She just sounds awful. Oh, she is. But I manage. Somehow, for mama. After all, I have to. It’s not like cyrus can provide for her. Where the hell’s that doctor? We need him here now! Okay, cyrus. Come on. Stay with me, cyrus. Stay with me. Hang on. You’re gonna make it, okay? Help is on the way. Just stay with me.

[ Echoing ] Come on. Deep breaths. Come on, now. Come on. Stay with me.

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[ Door unlocks ] Well, there’s no cars in the driveway, no lights on. It looks like it’s deserted. It does. I don’t think the cassadines have been here in years.

[ Shouting in russian ] Charlotte. You okay? I know it’s been a while since you’ve been here. It’s not just seeing mom after so long. I’m worried about my grandmother, too. Is it safe for her to be in russia? Papa knows his way around, but I’m nervous about grandma. She’s gonna be okay. Your dad’s with her, kevin’s with her, too. She’s in good hands. You ready?

[ Monitor beeping ] Any word from your grandmother? Nothing. I haven’t heard from her either, not that I’m surprised. I mean, laura has been kind to me, but I’m not family. I just hope she’s okay. Do you think it’s a bad sign that you haven’t heard from her? I don’t know. Could she be in trouble or — I have no idea. And even if she was in trouble, there’s not a damn thing that I can do about it, so just leave it alone.

[ Knock on door ] It’s me, your favorite sister. Oh, no, no, no. Don’t get up.

[ Chuckles ] You’re very funny. No need to announce yourself. You texted to let me know you were coming. I-I was actually surprised. That’s not very kristina-like. Hm, well, I am working on being much more considerate. How am I doing? Mm, “a” for effort.

[ Chuckles ] How do you think you’re doing? Well, there is a definite learning curve, but, uh, pretty good. Yeah. Whenever I’m in doubt, I just ask myself, “what would my younger, wiser, much more beautiful sister do?” Look, these figures don’t look right. No, I don’t care how many times you looked over it, look over them again and send me a revised budget.

[ Knock on door ] Hey! Look, I got to go. Just send me the accurate numbers by the end of the day.

[ Sighs ] Hey, mom. Hi, hi! I’m so sorry that I just barged in. I — your assistant said I could come. I’m so happy to see you back in the office. Well… it’s not exactly by choice, but, uh, yeah. I know. I know you haven’t left willow’s side for months, but this must mean she’s continuing to get better. Yeah. No, no, no, no. I’m very, very grateful that — that her strength is coming back. Well, she tells me to stop hovering, which I guess is a good thing, but it also means I have to give her some space, so I decided to come back to the office. You know, now that drew is, uh… um… in prison. You can say it. Drew’s in prison. But I didn’t come here to talk about drew. But I do have something I need to talk with you about. Okay, what about? Your father.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Hey, hey, hey, nina. Hey, sonny. Where are you? Well, I’m at the metro court. I’m trying to get some work done, but I just — I can’t keep my mind off of the situation with willow. I thought you said things were better. Well, willow’s not the problem. It’s michael. We need to talk. I got to go ’cause, uh, I got to take care of something.

Yeah, let me — uh…

[ Line disconnects ] Frank, it’s all right. What’s the problem? The problem is you. You told me that you were gonna take care of that woman. This is how you take care of it? You — you send avery off with that psychopath? Come on, little mermaid. Time to go. Just five more minutes, please? Spoiled brat. Josslyn! Avery! How are you doing? Watch what I’ve learned in swim class today. Wow. That’s amazing. You’re — you’re better than me. You could go to the olympics for that, I’m telling you.

[ Chuckles ] Really? Really. Dex, hey! If you’re looking for joss, she’s right over there. I’m not here for joss. I’m actually working. Oh. Joss, I want you to meet my new nanny. Her name is betty.

I stopped by your apartment to see avery, and the guard said that she was out with that mary poppins from hell. Relax. Betty took avery to the metro court pool for her swimming lesson. Please, sonny. Don’t tell me to relax. The woman is violent. She smacked my face. What if she hurts avery? What if she kidnaps avery? What — what were you thinking?! Betty is our best bet to lead us to whoever blackmailed you. Well, I already told you. It’s that creep mason. Yeah, well, he’s taking orders from somebody else. We got to find out who that is, and betty’s gonna steer us right to his boss. Oh, I’m so sorry. I didn’t realize that avery had a new nanny. What happened to pilar? Uh… I have no idea what happened to the previous nanny. I interviewed with ava jerome, avery’s mother. Yes, yeah, I know ava. Then mr. Corinthos joined us, and he asked me to start today. Wow. You must have really impressed him. And who are you again? Oh, I’m josslyn jax. I’m avery’s older sister. I’m confused. Um, ms. Jerome told me avery has a half-sister, but she’s younger than her. Either you’re big for your age, or you’re not really her sister. Wait, is something up with sonny? I was hoping you could tell me. Have you heard anything from dex? Uh, no. So far, he’s — he’s sticking to the agreement. He’s keeping tabs on sonny while letting me know if there’s any big deals in the works. Okay, so what’s the latest? Well, um… last night, he… dex found a dead body. What? Yeah. Oh, my god, like — d-does he know who it was? Apparently, it’s some guy with a connection to dr. Gatlin-holt. Gatlin-holt… isn’t he seeing ava? ‘Cause I saw them together at the nurses’ ball. I-I-I don’t know. But dex, he — he called sonny and he told him that he found a dead body near a dumpster, and, uh… surprisingly, sonny told him to call the police. Well, that doesn’t make any sense. Why would sonny have dex involve the police? I am not here for your sage advice. I am here to serve you, sister. So what can I get you? Let’s see, you have water and snacks. Uh, oh, smoothie. Sam beat you to it. And I already have everything I need, but thank you. Sam the good sister. Well, uh, there is one thing. I don’t think sam got you this. Did she? Oh, my god!

[ Gasps ] Valiant?! Yep.

[ Gasps ] This is exactly what I needed. Yeah. Oh, I’m sorry. Is my concern for your grandmother bothering you? For all we know, she could be locked up in some russian prison, but clearly you are not worried, so I’ll just keep it to myself from now on. Look, esme, hey. Hey, hey, hey. I’m sorry that I snapped at you, okay? Yes, I’m very worried and concerned about my grandmother, but right now, I’m far more worried about trina, whose father was shot, and he could also be paralyzed, and I have no idea how to help her. Okay, well, getting upset with me isn’t gonna fix anything. But why don’t you just call her and tell her that you’re thinking about her?

[ Conversing in russian ] I speak english.

[ Sighs ] Now, you’re trespassing, now get out! Please. We don’t want to hurt anyone. All we want is information. We’re looking for someone. Who are you looking for? Nikolas cassadine. Cassadines are…

[ Spits ] They’re gone. What is that american expression? “Good riddance.” They’re very dangerous people. Stay away from that family.

Please. You don’t understand. Nikolas cassadine is my son, and we have got to find him. Why are you looking for him in chechnya? Has he been kidnapped?

[ Sighs ] Or maybe running from authorities? We don’t know. That’s what we’re trying to find out. He disappeared from his home in the united states about five months ago, and we have no idea what happened to him. If he’s a cassadine, nothing good. And I even managed to tear rocco away from his video games to come to my equestrian show. I won a ribbon in dressage. She was amazing.

[ Monitor beeping ] Uh, rocco’s doing amazing as well. Uh, I don’t know how, but he’s got straight a’S. All he seems to do is talk about every girl in his class. Kid’s got a new crush every week.

[ Chuckles ] Mom, you’re missing so much. I’m starting high school in the fall. I spent so many years at boarding school, but I’m happier staying in port charles now and being close to my family. But you’re not there. You have to wake up and come back to us. Please. Hey, uh, I’ll give you a minute with your mom, okay?

[ Exhales deeply ] We’ll see you soon, okay, lulu? We miss you.

[ Door closes ] Dante’s right, mom. We really, really miss you, but… I miss you more. You can follow any lead you want. Just please don’t involve our daughter. Do you really think I’d put my daughter at risk? But you did, that’s what you’re doing right now. She’s not at risk, ava. I’m — I’m gonna take care of this like I said I was. You’re gonna have to trust me.

[ Chuckles ] Come here. Avery, would you do me a favor and would you tell your new nanny here who I am? Joss is my big sister. The branches of our family tree are very complicated, but I’m happy to draw you a diagram. That won’t be necessary, but thanks for the offer. Oh, you’re probably right. You’ll be gone before you have to memorize any names. Come on, avery. Time to go. It’s so nice meeting you. What was all that about? I have no idea, but [Scoffs] I need to find out. I’ve got to call sonny. No, no, no. I mean, what the hell is he thinking, letting that girl look after avery? Don’t call sonny yet. Why? I get a feeling that something else is going on. What makes you say that? Because when I got here, your boyfriend was over there, and it didn’t look like he was soaking up rays. He was keeping a low profile watching avery and the nanny. He never took his eyes off them. That’s got to mean something, right? But what? I’m not exactly sure how all this fits together, but hopefully dex will get more information soon. You know, um… I really need to thank you. For what? Well, you’re the one who encouraged this arrangement with dex. It’s nice to know that we have somebody we can trust in sonny’s organization. And it works out for both of us because sonny thinks he has a trustworthy lieutenant, and we, you know, don’t get blindsided by his illegal dealings. Mm. Yeah, I think this is about more than getting information from dex. What do you mean? I think a part of you wants dex to protect your father.

[ Chuckles ] Okay, um… I’m not saying I can forgive or even want to forgive sonny, but… yeah, you know, a part of me still cares about him. I’ll take that as a win. Valiant, ugh, I’ve missed you! Where have you been hiding all these years, huh? I thought I lost you. No, he was just in some mislabeled box. Yeah, I was up in mom’s attic looking for, I don’t know, pieces to sell for the community fundraiser, and I saw this box — it was labeled “law books” — and I opened it up, and there was valiant just sitting right there on top of the new york penal codes. Oh, I’m so grateful you found him. Thank you. Yeah. I know it — it must sound silly, but this little guy, he meant so much to me. You were the only four-year-old on this planet who would ever name your stuffed animal “valiant,” and then you actually knew what it was.

[ Chuckles ] I mean, I-I had stuffed animals that I named, you know, like the rest of us — fluffy, stuffy, coco.

[ Chuckles ] No, one time, I must have been like 6 or 7, I-I had friends over and I showed them valiant and they all made fun of his name. No, and then you came storming in the room yelling that they were just stupid, and if they didn’t stop making fun of me, you were gonna pour… together: Maple syrup on their hair! Oh, my gosh, yes, I do remember that. And then they ran out of that door so fast. Uh-huh. That was — oh, that was wild. I think that was, like, the last time they came over to our house. Huh. Yeah. Man… I thin k I made life a lot harderfor you than it needed to be. I’m sorry. I’m not. I was proud of my big sister then, and I still am.

This is about my son. Do you have any children?

Da. Two daughters. Okay. Then you must understand what I’m going through now. Is there anything that you can tell me? I’m sorry I was harsh with you. I would help you if I could, but I have no idea where this nikolas cassadine is. Is this your house? Bought it for my family, but it was all done through lawyers. I-I never seen previous owner. Lucky you. I want to be there for trina, but it is complicated. Why? Let’s just say that dr. Robinson isn’t exactly a fan of any cassadine, but particularly me, and I do understand why she doesn’t like me. My father has done a lot of damage, and even he pales in comparison to my uncle victor. To make matters worse, she’s holding the other side of my family accountable for her husband’s shooting. W-what? Yeah, I told you it was complicated. Curtis ashford was shot, and dr. Robinson thinks that the bullet was intended for my uncle sonny. So trina’s mom pretty much hates everyone related to you? Yep, with the exception of my grandmother and ace, and one of them is a baby, and the other one isn’t even in this country. I mean, I’m happy that dex is looking out for avery, but I get bad vibes from that girl. Hi. Are you there? Huh?

[ Chuckles ] Ugh, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m just — I was… I was hoping that there would be a message from spencer. Why don’t you text him? I would, but… it wouldn’t be right. What does that mean? My mom is dealing with so much since curtis has been shot, and she never liked spencer, so I’m trying to keep my distance from him and I just don’t want to add more stress to her. But I just — but you miss him? Yeah. Look, I understand that, you know, your mom needs support, but you need support, too. I bet the only reason spencer’s not reaching out is because he doesn’t want to put pressure on you. But if you need spencer, then you should let him know. You won’t regret it. I always a ppreciated youlooking out for me. Well, it was usually the other way around. I was always jumping from one thing to the next and getting myself in these difficult situations and leaving an absolute mess in my wake, but there you were, my molly, cleaning up my messes. I just never wanted you to get in trouble. Do you remember you used to do my homework for me? You were, like, three grades below me, and you would do my homework. Mm-hmm. You would cover for me when I got in trouble with mom, comforted me when I would cry or be upset. You always took care of me, molly. Not always. I couldn’t take care of you when your abusive boyfriend, kiefer bauer, was beating you up. Mama! There’s my girl. Guess what I learned in swim class today. What did you learn? I can float on my back! Excellent job. I’m so proud of you! Avery had a terrific lesson. I could barely get her out of the water when it was time to go. Well, you know what? I-I want to hear all about it, but right now, could you stay with frank? ‘Cause your mom and betty, we’re going to have a conversation. Maybe he can give you some biscotti. What do you think, frank? Sounds good. All right. Let’s go.

[ Clears throat ] So I know this is your first day, and avery seems to like you a lot, and that, you know — that’s important to me. You have a wonderful daughter, mr. Corinthos. Anybody who could make my daughter that happy is okay by me. Would you like me to take avery to your place? No, no, no, you can go ahead and pick her up there tomorrow morning. Okay. We’re not gonna need you for the rest of the day. So here you go.

[ Chuckles ] Thank you. Yeah. All right. See you tomorrow, avery. Bye, betty. So, are you gonna fill me in? What — what’s — what’s the rest of the plan? I got a phone call to make.

You seem like a nice woman, but it’s obvious that your son has left you. This must be painful. I don’t believe that my son would just…leave me. He has kids. I don’t believe that he would abandon them. Maybe he was forced to leave. I’m sorry. I wish I could help you, but there is nothing I can do. Please show yourselves out. Okay. Where do we go from here? Charlotte: It’s been hard for me, mom. All the other girls talk about doing things with their mothers — shopping, getting manicures…

[ Sniffles ] …Going away for the weekend. I just smile and pretend it’s okay I can’t do those things with you. Sam and grandmother take me out, but… it’s just not the same. You know, I never actually told my friends what really happened to you. I don’t know why. I… guess if I just don’t tell them where you are, I could believe it isn’t real… that you’re just away for a little while and you’ll be coming back soon. So you have to wake up. We shouldn’t waste a beautiful day. As soon as ace wakes up from his nap, why don’t we take him to the park? He loves to watch the ducks. I have a better idea — why don’t we take him to the metro court pool and then we can dip his feet in the water? He’ll love it. Yes, absolutely. I just got him a bathing suit and he has a matching hat. He’ll look adorable. Great.

[ Knock on door ] Trina. Hey, um… hi. …I’m surprised to see you… in the best way. I’m — I’m sorry for just showing up without calling. No, no, no. It’s okay. Don’t apologize. Come on in. You know you’re always welcome here. I’m glad to hear you say that. These last few days have just been really hard, and I’ve missed you. Oh, yeah. Oh.

[ Knock on door ] Hey, uh — ava: Oh, hey, carly. What brings you here? Uh, I came to pick up avery. Yeah, she’s, um, coming with me for a sleepover with donna and josslyn. I appreciate you doing this on short notice. W-w-well, how short? When did sonny set this up? He called me just a few minutes ago. Okay, what’s going on here? Why would you bring up kiefer? I-I haven’t thought about him in years. Really? No. No, not really, that’s — that’s not true, I just don’t like to admit how often I do think about that time in my life, and I do, especially now, you know, working with troubled teens. So many of them are in abusive relationships, and… it just brings me back to kiefer, and I try to help them, but… I didn’t even help myself. I should have helped you. Molly. No. I knew something was wrong, and I should have said something. I could hear you crying in your room every night, and I knew something was wrong, and… every time I asked you if you were okay, you… you got upset and you told me to leave you alone.

[ Sighs ] A-and so I did. And I’m — I’m so sorry because I should have — I should have pushed harder to get you to open up. You have nothing to be sorry for. It’s on me. I just — I-I could not find a way to get myself out of that hole. Sometimes I wonder — I don’t know — if that’s when everything happened started, you know? When what started? My life just derailed when I was with kiefer. And ever since then, you know, I try. I try, but I’ve never really been able to, like… get it back on track, you know?

[ Telephone rings ] Hello? Yeah, send her down.

[ Exhales deeply ] Thank you for seeing me, michael. I know I’m not your favorite person right now. What can I do for you, nina? Can we make peace, for willow’s sake?

I just thought, you know, avery would like to spend some time with her sisters. Okay, whatever. The girls will be thrilled to have avery. Avery, let’s get this sleepover started. Yay! Yay! Go and get your stuff. Bye, frank. Bye-bye. Whatever. Willow and I had a wonderful visit the other day. I don’t quite remember it that way.

[ Clears throat ] Well, if you remember correctly, I was at the hospital checking on sasha, and you stepped outside, and willow and I made significant progress. What exactly does that mean? It means, michael, that willow and I communicate better when you’re not in the room. Look, nina, I’m — I’m pretty busy here, so can you just get to the point? Yes, my point is that I realize at best you just tolerate me and you wish that I wasn’t in willow’s life, but I am her mother. Yes, I know, you’ve — you’ve mentioned that once or twice. And I know that willow is now open to the idea of us having a relationship. And I’m wondering, michael, are you open to that, too? But you have gotten your life back on track. Just look what you’re doing with the youth center. Y-you’re gonna make a difference in those kids’ lives. I-I thought that made you happy. It does. It does make me happy. I just… I-I don’t know. I-I… I don’t know if I’m enough for them. I mean, these kids are — they are so desperate for help, and I don’t know if I have the — the skills and the tools to adequately help them. Soon… my center is gonna be up and running, and my name is gonna be on that building, but it’s — it’s not gonna be mine. I-I-I think that I have just been fooling myself this whole time, thinking that I could make a difference and do this and help these kids, and I… I don’t know if I can. Don’t say that. I know that you can. Molly, stop.

[ Chuckles ] You’re here with an injured leg, and — and you’re doing it again, you’re comforting me. Because that’s what I do when I love someone. And before you go and talk yourself out of being useful to these kids, just take the time to educate yourself. No one knows how to take on a project like that without experience. So — so take some classes, you know, study management, talk to people who’ve done this before. You can do this. Why are you so sure? Because… I believe in you. You just — you have to believe in yourself.

[ Exhales deeply ] Spencer told me about your dad. I’m so sorry. It must be really scary thinking he could be paralyzed. Yeah, it’s — it’s — it’s been awful. Um, I am going to go check on ace. I think he’s about to get up from his nap, and I’m gonna take him to the park. Hey, I’m so sorry for what you’re going through. How are you holding up? I’m so worried for curtis, and I’m just — I’m trying to stay strong for my mom, but I — I don’t know what to do to make her feel better. I do. Stay away from me.

Think the owner would mind if we had a look around the house? Uh, you can ask him, but I don’t think we’re gonna find any clues around here. Yeah, I guess you’re probably right. I-I did get the feeling he was telling us the truth. No, we need to regroup. Figure somewhere else that nikolas might be hiding. Yeah, but what if he’s not hiding? What if he’s being held against his will? You know, victor could have turned on him just like he turned on you and on spencer. Victor’s dead. Nikolas could be anywhere. Kevin’s probably back at the hotel by now. Come on, let’s get the hell out of here. Tough seeing your mom like that. But the doctors say that, uh, you know, maybe she can hear us. So it’s important that we’re here for her as much as we can be, you know? I know. I just want her to come home. Our home, our old house. I rode my bike there the other day and looked in the window. Yeah? It made me sad. The furniture’s covered in sheets and it’s so quiet. Not like it used to be. Yeah, we had some really good memories there, didn’t we? I just don’t like seeing it so empty. I bet mom would want someone to live there. The last thing I want is to stay away from you. I need you more than ever. You’re the thing that gives me strength to hang on right now.

[ Sighs ] I think that you’re the first person that’s ever said that to me. I don’t care what people say. They don’t know you like I do. I need you, spencer. You know that I’m always here for you. I just think that it’s gonna add a lot of stress to your mom’s life right now if she knows that I’m spending time with you. I hate to admit it, but I think you might be right. And I don’t want to stay away from you… but it’d probably be best to keep our relationship low-key for now. Yeah. Hey, I get it. I’m the last person that your mom wants to see. So, uh… I’ll steer clear of her. And then if you need me, then I’ll be here whenever. Now would be a good time. Sorry, buddy. I’d wanted to take you to the pool today, but I guess your big brother had other plans. I guess that means trina is more important than we are, right? So I guess

that meansit’s just you and me, kiddo. We’ve only got each other. Unless… mommy takes drastic steps to change that situation.

[ Sighs ] Look, nina, I will support whatever decision my wife makes. If she wants to have a relationship with you, I have no problem with that. Well, michael, your attitude says otherwise. Nina, what are you trying to say? Well, while you’re polite to me somewhat in front of willow, it is clear that you want nothing to do with me and you just want me to go away. Willow knows that, and it’s just a matter of time before wiley and amelia see it as well. I know that I have made mistakes. I just want to rectify them and make peace.

[ Knock on door ] Michael. Oh, sorry. Am I interrupting something? Hey, nina. Hey, kristina. No, no, nina was just leaving. I guess I’m just leaving. Michael, please, give me a second chance. That’s all I’m asking. And whether you like it or not, we are family, and I’m not giving up. Hey. Bro. What? Why you got to be such a bastard to nina? Hey. Hey, yourself. I need to ask you something. Um… trina was here earlier and she said that she saw you and it looked like you were doing surveillance on avery and her nanny. Do you want to tell me what that’s about? Sonny asked me to guard avery and keep an eye on the new nanny, so I was tailing her. Right. Gabe just took over. Okay. But avery’s my sister, so i kind of have a right to know. I would tell you if I knew, but sonny hasn’t shared the details. But I think it has something to do with ava jerome. Please tell me that you’re not bringing carly into this, sonny. Now, you have to promise me that you are not gonna tell her what I did to nikolas. That you killed him? That — it was an accident. I didn’t mean to do it. I’m not — I’m not gonna tell carly about nikolas unless I have to. What the hell does that mean? The good thing is that — that betty bought my act. She thinks she’s spying on me, but it’s the other way around. She’s gonna lead us right to whoever’s behind this, and when I find them… they’re not gonna know what hit them.

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