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ymmm. That was delicious. Can I have another one? You know it’s all sugar, right? Just 100% sugar. Two — guess who? Uncle chase!

[ Laughs ] What are you guys doing at the bar? Grabbing cocktails before dinner. ‘Cause everybody knows that’s when you have cocktails. Ohh. We know that already, do we? Have you guys seen brook lynn? She bought me a shirley temple. I didn’t realize she was joining us. Uh, that’s okay, isn’t it? Yeah, absolutely. I last saw her out by the pool with tracy. Oh, I better rescue — uh, I better find her. Why on earth would you confess to downloading proprietary information on the deceptor? Why didn’t you just let maxie take the fall? Because I have a conscience, a-a-a-a soul, a shred of decency? And I don’t? And I couldn’t sit and watch maxie and lucy fight. Why not? Because I like them. That’s why I hate doing this so much. Oh, I think you misspoke. You love working at deception. Otherwise, your boyfriend, detective chase, is going to know just what role I played in getting him reinstated at the pcpd. How long are you going to hold this over my head? Ladies. Oh, look who it is. Just who I was looking for. Finn said you were out by the pool. Yeah, we were, but we are done. Good evening, ms. Quartermaine. Detective chase. Busy day keeping the citizens of port charles safe? Anna: So glad you called. I know we haven’t really spoken since my criminal past was splashed across all the newspapers. For the record, that’s not why I haven’t called. No, no, I know. But it’s got to be difficult trying to process how you’re going to be friends with A… basically, a traitor. Uh, no, not for a second. Anyways, how are you handling all that? I don’t know. I mean… I guess I’ve managed to wait out my relevance in the news cycle. It is almost insulting how reporters stop harassing you and just move on to the next thing.

[ Both chuckle ] Count your blessings. Yeah. I feel like my life is probably returning to a new normal. Wait, so you think it’s normal to find the word “murderer” spray-painted on your front door? How are things with trina and curtis? Well, trina — she actually approached me yesterday, and it’s the first time since the wedding, so… oh, my god! Really? That’s amazing! And what about curtis? We…have yet to talk. Oh. And, truthfully, it’s because I’ve been avoiding him. Hey, T. I’m back. Sorry about the interruption. No, it’s cool. You’ve got a club to run. In fact, I should probably get out of your hair. No way, nephew. I’ll always make time for you. I appreciate that. I appreciate you coming to me to talk about you and molly. I know you guys have been dealing with some really heavy stuff lately. That’s an understatement.Well, I just want you to know that if you ever want to talk, I’m here. Thank you. Because, right now, I don’t know how to talk to molly about having a child, or not having a child, without making her feel pressured. Which reminds me — you never did answer my question. How would you feel if molly decides she doesn’t want to have children?

[ Indistinct laughter, chatter in background ] Uh, I got a confession to make. Oh, no. I have to get the phone out, record this, or what? No, no, no, no, no. Um, I-I called you, you know, for dinner under false pretenses. I need a favor. And what is it? Nina and i are getting married… and I wanted to know if you wanted to be my best man.

Great talking to you, grandmother, but chase and I, we have dinner plans, so — romantic night? Just the two of you? Actually, we’re meeting my brother. He and violet are waiting at the bar. Yeah, so we can’t keep them waiting. Good night. How do you know about the spray-paint on my door? How do you think? Valentin. He called me before he left town. Told me about the vandalism at your house. You know, it’s funny. I checked, but there was no police report on the incident. I didn’t make a report. It’s kids. It’s — it’s just a prank. It’s not a major crime. Valentin should not have bothered you with that. Valentin’s worried about you. He feels it’s a bad time for him to be gone, and from what I’m hearing, I agree. Thank you for your concern. It’S… but, surely, as the new deputy mayor, you’ve got bigger things to focus on. How is that going, by the way, your new job? Nice try. No, I’m interested. You’re embarking on a whole new career. I’d love to know all about it. I mean, I haven’t really started yet, so there’s not much to tell. Now back to you. Has there been any fallout from the article? Friends? Family? Well, nobody’s thrilled. Robin — she understands, but emma… mm, it’s a bit more difficult with her. I’m just hoping that, in time, she’ll… give me the benefit of the doubt. And my friends are my friends. And I will always be one of them. I’m very grateful for that. But I do feel that, um, as lucky as I am with the people who love me, there are those that are really angry. And they have every right to be. ‘Cause I… I did hurt a lot of people. That was a long time ago. You’ve helped countless others since then, and what you did was dangerous, no matter whose side you were on. I was on both. That’s the problem. Yeah, well, working undercover is risky and complicated, both physically and emotionally. It takes a toll on you, your relationships, your whole life. Believe me. I know. I know you do. What are you looking forward to in this new job? Well, honestly, I’m hoping it’ll distract me from the rest of my life.

[ Chuckles ] Oh. Yeah. What happened with curtis and the… the kiss. Yeah, that. Yes and no. Well, it looks like the lovely davis women showed up in full force tonight. Well, we sure did. Tj, what are you doing here? Why don’t we have a table over here and let molly and tj have some privacy? Okay, great. I’ll set you up. First drinks are on me. Well, you should know, we are drinking champagne. Club soda for me, thanks. I would expect nothing less. Enjoy your night. Sam, can I talk to you? Yeah, sure. What’s up? Um, I just wanted to check in. How’s drew? How are you? Oh, that’s a good question. Um, man, my head is still spinning. I just don’t know how drew’s plea deal went so wrong. Yeah. I heard that judge might be running for office, so I guess he wanted to prove that he wasn’t soft on white-collar crimes. Yeah, but it still doesn’t justify drew missing three years of his daughter’s life. Molly. I’m sorry. Look, I just came to talk to my uncle curtis. And that’s fine, but — I planned on leaving before you got here. I guess I just — I lost track of time. But you’re here now, so I’m going to head out. You have fun with your mom and your sisters, and I will see you back at home, okay? No, tj. Nothing about this is okay. Uh, yeah. Uh, I’d be honored to be your best man. I appreciate your support when it comes to my relationship with nina. Hey, you gotta do what makes you happy. Yeah. So, uh, when’s the big day? Do you know yet? Uh, sometime in the fall. Oh, wow. Mm-hmm. You’re pretty, uh — pretty close, yeah? Yeah, you know, we wanna keep it simple. Mm, simple? Why is that? Nina doesn’t want a big wedding. Mm-hmm. That the only reason? What? You think no one’s going to show up to my wedding? What? That’s not…

[ Laughs ] Uh, you do have a point there, but, no, that’s not what I was saying. That’s not — so what are you getting at? Are you thinking it’s best to keep a low profile for this wedding because you’re worried there could be trouble? The last time we talked about curtis, you said that you were afraid you might say something out of anger that you didn’t mean. Now, I don’t know what happened between the two of you, but are you still angry about that? Yes. Oh, okay. No hesitation there. Nope. No hesitation here. I am angry, and I’m extremely hurt. The whole situation is — is, um… it’s sad. And I miss curtis. I really do. And I know that we need to talk. But part of me is worried that maybe it’s already too late. I mean, given everything that’s already happened and everything that we’ve done to each other at this point… do we even want to try again? And since you’re avoiding him… no, no, I haven’t talked to him yet. I know that I need to. I totally get why you haven’T…

[ Sighs ] …And why you keep putting it off. It’s like, after so much hurt, you have to consider, is it even fair to ask him to risk his heart again? Are you and finn talking about getting back together again? What? No! N– portia, we’re talking about you. Uh-huh. No, no. Right.

[ Chuckles ] You and finn are getting closer again, aren’t you? Okay, we have been talking about doing stuff together as a family, you know, for the kids. That’s good. Yeah. Yeah, it is. And I don’t think I should push it, though. I mean, this is not just about me and finn. Violet’s happiness is also at stake. And, portia, that little girl wants her dad and me to get back together so badly, she arranged for us to go on a date last night. Oh, a date? Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. That sweet-faced little girl.

[ Chuckles ] She’s absolutely sneaky, is what she is.

[ Laughs ] Yes, she is. And after it was over, finn just kept profusely apologizing for violet having the wrong idea about us. And if he wants to just be friends, then I don’t want to jeopardize that. And if we were to try again and — and for some reason, i couldn’t make it work, I do not want to be responsible for breaking that little girl’s heart all over again. Elizabeth, is it really violet’s heart that you’re worried about breaking, or is it your own? Where’s brook lynn going? Yeah, we thought you found her. How’d you lose her again so fast? She said she had something urgent. Likely. Where’s dad? Uh, he should be here any minute. Grandpa’s sleeping over tonight. Yeah. Do you want to sleep over, too, uncle chase? You can bring brook lynn. Oh, uh, another time. How’s this weekend? Do you promise? So, we meet again. Yeah, well, it’s been a whole 20 minutes, but always a pleasure.

[ Laughs ] Auntie tracy, look. We’re having cocktails. Wow, you’re starting early. It’s not early. It’s almost dinnertime. Oh. [ Sighs ] Well, that’s — that’s not what I meant. Look, I won’t intrude. I just wanna order some take-out ’cause I hate dining alone. Okay. No, you don’t have to eat alone. Daddy, can auntie tracy eat dinner with us? Eat dinner with us? Well, I don’t think she’d — oh, I’d love to. Thank you so much for your kind invitation. Now we’ll have the same number of boys and girls.

[ Stammers ] But brook lynn is joining us. I know. It’ll be uncle chase and brook lynn, me and daddy, you and… grandpa!

[ Chuckles ] Oh, this is going to be fun. Chase: Hey, dad. How’s it going? I can’t beli

I swear, I was not tryingto intrude on your night out. I know you need time. That’s not why I’m upset.

[ Stammers ] Okay, then? I-I’m upset that you felt like you had to sneak out before I got here. Have I made you feel like I can’t stand to be around you? No, you haven’t, but, to be fair, you didn’t seem all that happy to see me. I-I was just surprised. And then demanding to know what I’m doing here at my uncle’s club? I don’t know. I thought maybe this was… like an ambush? Maybe. Molly. Everything is so scrambled right now. But [Sighs] One thing I do know is that I would never want to chase you away. And I want you to know that I understand if — if you need some time away from me. But I don’t need that. What I need is a break from my fertility issues, not from my life partner. Never from you. And I would never want to shut you out. But if you want to talk, we should talk. Nah. Nah, not tonight. You need a break. Come on. Go have fun. Only if you stay. If you insist. Why, god? Why? What have I done to deserve this? Actually, on second thought, god, don’t answer that. Ms. Quartermaine, I didn’t realize you were joining us. Oh, how could I refuse your delightful granddaughter’s invitation? Speaking of delightful granddaughters… how many do you have? He’s talking about me. And you are delightful. Well, now that she’s finally here, try not to lose her again. Never. Okay. I need a drink. What’s everybody having? The shirley temples are delightful.

[ Chuckles ] I’m going to need something stronger. Much, much,

much stronger. I don’t want to hurt finn or violet or my boys any more than I already have. Elizabeth, you’re making it seem like everything that went down was your fault. Wasn’t it, though? No. As I recall, you both made plenty of mistakes, and you both were trying to protect people that you care about, including one another. What if finn does want to try it out again? What if he doesn’t? Look, I know how hard it can be to put your heart out on the line. I let my fear come between me and curtis. And now, I’ll never know what would have happened if I would have just told curtis the truth from the very beginning. And you’ll never know what’s going to happen if you don’t tell finn how you really feel. You’re right. I’m going for it. Oh. Oh, you’re going — you’re going right now.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. I-I-if I — if I don’t do it right now, I’m going to lose my nerve. And I know that finn and violet are having a date at the metro court, so I’m — I’m just going to head over there and see what happens. Okay. Yeah, yeah. No, that’s — that’s a great idea. But why don’t you go home first and take a shower and put something on that you really feel good in, and then meet finn? You can show him what he’s really missing. Yeah, that’s a better idea. Portia’s brother? To get over curtis, you slept with — his brother-in-law. Whoa. Yeah. Yeah, I know. I was there. Ohhh! Had I known who he was, I certainly wouldn’t have told him I recently kissed my ex-husband. Would you have slept with him anyway? No! No. The point is, is that when zeke realized who I was, he told portia about the kiss. No! Oh, god. Which was completely unnecessary. Curtis chose portia. Yeah. He decided he wants to save his marriage, which is the only reason why I was even with zeke in the first place. It’s the only reason? Well, not the only reason. Zeke is charming and funny and… is he hot? Oh! [ Laughs ] Like, stupidly hot. There is no reason he should be related to anyone I know. Wow. It really sounds like you guys clicked.

[ Chuckles ]

[ Sighs ] Yeah, but… but what? It doesn’t really matter now. Why? Did zeke leave town or something? Something went down the night of the nurses’ ball. There were shots fired in the warehouse district. You’ve been beefing up your security detail. I mean, that’s the word on the street. I don’t know what to tell you. Speaking of your security, where’s — where’s dex? Why? ‘Cause he’s joined at your hip. Dad, like, he even was staying with you for a while, wasn’t he? What’s with the questions? I mean, what are you — what are you fishing for?

ou to be my best man — and I proudly accepted. Thank you. But what’s with all the questions? I just — unless the pcpd is trying to pin something on me. No one’s trying to pin anything on you. Dad, we have an agreement, right? Right. You don’t tell me about your business, I don’t ask. But here you are, asking.

[ Chuckles ] I’m not asking you as a cop. I’m asking as your son. Okay, I don’t want details. I just — I’ve noticed some changes in your routine. I have everything under control. You don’t have to worry about it. Yeah, well, I can’t help it. Why? Because you’re a cop? No. Because I’m your son.

[ Laughing ] Auntie tracy, look at this one. Gregory: Oh. [ Laughs ] Hey, uh… are you feeling okay? I guess. I’m sorry my grandmother hijacked our dinner. Yeah, I’m kind of surprised she stayed. You don’t think…? No, it’s a crazy idea. What? I was just wondering, do you think tracy’s lonely? She’s something, alright.

[ Finn speaking indistinctly ] So, tell me, how you doing? How are things going between you, trina, and portia? Well, things between trina and I were getting good, and then I messed up things with portia, so — what do you mean, messed up? Messed up how badly? You know, sam…

[ Sighs ] …I just hope trina and i can get through it. I’ve always admired portia and trina’s relationship, and, subconsciously, I always knew that if I was to establish a relationship with trina, that it would be secondary, right? There’s something about knowing she’s my daughter, that — that I’m her father, her biological father, that just — just makes it different. Yeah, I get that. I mean, before you found out portia is what connected you, now you and trina have your own connection, whether you and portia stay together or not. I sure hope we do. Good. I just — I really hope that trina and I can, you know, learn to be father and daughter, you know, no matter what. You will. How can you be so sure? Because I know you. And that gives me faith that things will work out. Yeah. You know, sometimes, sam, you just… it just — it feels like it takes a lifetime to get to know someone, right? And then you look back and you realize…

[ Scoffs ] …It was just the blink of an eye. Like my father, for instance. I thought I would never, ever let that man back into my life after he abandoned us. And look at us now. I just wish I’d let him in sooner. Exactly. And, sooner or later, trina is going to realize that. And then she’s going to regret all the time that she spent being angry at you and judging you. Because in the end, we never have enough time with the people we love.

[ Locker door slams ] Hi, dr. Robinson. Looking good. Oh, thank you. Heading home? Nope. I’m going out. Good for you.

[ Chuckles ] Is that him? Mm-hmm. Hey, jordan. Zeke. This is my friend, anna. Anna, this is portia’s brother, zeke. Hi. Nice to meet you. Hey. Very nice to meet you, too. Well, I don’t mean to interrupt. Then I guess I’ll see you around. Wow. Okay. Um, actually, I have a phone call that I have to make. Really? Really. Yeah. So, if you’ll excuse me. Sure. Nice to meet you. Nice to meet you, too. You don’t have to stay. Oof. Uh…

[ Chuckles ] Jordan, I know my timing was bad coming to your office when curtis was there. You think so? Please, will you hear me out?

[ Cellphone rings ] Hi, anna. Hi, sonny. Um, where are you? I — I have to talk to you about something. I’m with dante right now. We’re just wrapping up dinner at the metro court. I can come to you. Where are you? Well, I’m here, too, actually. I’m out by the pool. Alright, I’ll be there. I know you’re mad at me for telling my sister about you kissing curtis. I’m not mad at you. You sure? ‘Cause you seemed mad. Okay, look, you still seem mad. I was mad at you because you didn’t give me a heads-up. Not because you told portia about me and curtis. She’s your sister, and you want to protect her. I get that. If portia had found out about the kiss and you didn’t tell her, she’d feel betrayed. Yeah. And families shouldn’t keep secrets like that from each other. I mean, you barely even know me, so… well, I’d like to change that. Now that we’ve cleared the air, let’s just start over.

[ Sighs ] I think it’s a little late for that. Doesn’t have to be. But that’s up to you. How about it? Will you give me another chance?

Everything cool with anna? Yeah, she’s good. She just wants to talk to me. Uh, we’re good? Yeah, dad, we’re great. You know, I just — I want you to be careful. You, too. Okay. Uh, anna’s by the pool. You want to say hi? Uh, you know, I would love to, but, uh, I should get out of here. I gotta get dessert home to the kids. Alright. Especially scout. She could, uh, use the pick-me-up. How’s she doing? Uh, not great. She’s doing her best, but not great. It’s tough, you know? Give her my love. Yeah, I will. Same with anna. And — and, you know, keep me posted on what you and nina got going, right? I don’t want to be accused of shirking my duties as best man.

[ Laughs ] Don’t want to mess it up. Alright. I love you. Alright. Love you, too, man. Later. So, brook lynn, how is it being back at deception? What can I say? Glad to be back. Things must be very busy over there, what with the success of your new product. What is it called? The deceptor. Yes, we are very busy. Last time we spoke, you were really excited about focusing on your songwriting. You’ll still be able to do that if you’re working full time? Thank you for meeting me. You look good. Oh, thanks. Better than I did the other night, probably. Thank you for coming over when you did. Really helped me feel a little less lonely. You didn’t have to see me to thank me. No, no. That’s not what I’m doing. I have a message from valentin. So, for what it’s worth, our night together wasn’t just about sex. Not for me. Yeah, well, it was for me. Oh. At least, that’s what I wanted it to be. But it wasn’t? Just that, I mean. See, I-I thought we really had some potential. Like, and before everything else went down and before it all got crazy, I was really looking forward to maybe seeing you again. Yeah? Mm-hmm. Well, for what it’s worth, I felt the same way. Great. Now let’s start over. Look, I just started a new job, and I am beyond busy. Yeah, uh, hello? I’m a lawyer. I’m always busy, too.

[ Laughs ] But…we both appear to be free right now.

[ Sighs ] Have dinner with me. So how’s it going? Tell me about your plans for the shelter. I’m so glad you asked. I had a really interesting lunch with the head of the food pantry. Oh, that’s the place you’re volunteering, right? Yes. Yeah. He really helped me understand the whole manpower end of things, like how much staff I’ll have to hire and what tasks I can give out to volunteers to handle. That’s great. Yeah, I mean, it’s a lot, but I think now that i understand what I’m up against, I don’t know, mom, I think I can pull this off. I know you can pull this off, and I’m very, very proud of you. This may come as a shock to you — oh, gosh. What? Go ahead. I’m proud of myself, too. Mm. Yeah, getting this shelter off the ground is going to be a lot of work. Way more than I ever imagined when I first came up with the idea. But I’m going to see this through right to the end. See, I knew if you found the right thing, that you would soar. Well, I don’t know if I’m soaring necessarily. I don’t even know if I’m on the runway. There’s just so much I don’t know. Okay, so what you don’t know, you’ll learn. And if it’s too much to learn — and it most likely will be — you’ll hire somebody that can advise you. I know this is going to be great. You can do this. Thank you. Oh, brook lynn’s just being practical. It’s always good to have back-up when you’re working in the arts. Well, I hope you keep writing songs, brook lynn. I really enjoy listening to them, especially when chase is singing it. Inspiration happens when it happens. And brook lynn can do anything that she sets her mind to. Whatever it is, it’ll work out. Finn, you’ve been quiet. Hmm? How can you tell?

[ Laughs ] What have you been up to? Oh, uh, besides work, nothing much. Daddy, tell them about your date. Will the shelter provide basic medical care? I definitely want it to. Lgbtqia+ teens really tend to avoid going to doctors because they’re concerned that their gender identity isn’t going to be accepted, but, honestly, I — I just don’t know if it’s feasible. Well, let me know if I can help on that end, or at all. Whatever you need. Thank you. Oh, my god. Tj, you should be on the board. Well, it’s a not-for-profit, so I do need to assemble a board before we break ground — before we do anything, really. Well, honey, you can’t do everything yourself. You’re running a business. You’re the boss. And delegation is the key, right? “Delegation”? Yeah. Who are you and what have you done with our mother? Alright. Delegation sounds great. I — I still want to retain final say, but I also am just worried that I’m not going to be able to be with the kids directly. You know, I’m going to miss helping them. I don’t want to be stuck behind a desk all day. Then schedule it. I mean, plan it. That’s what mom or molly would do. Molly: We totally would. You have to set aside time in your schedule to talk with the kids one on one. That way, you can support the kids who need more structure and the ones who need more freedom. Let’s get the champagne? Curtis: Let’s do it. Yes, let’S. Okay. So, uh… things good with you and molly? Somehow, they are. You were right. We’ll get through this. I don’t know if a kid is in my future, but molly definitely is. Well, I’m glad to hear that. You don’t mind if I take off, do you? Yeah, I’m good. And thank you for listening. Anytime, nephew. So, uh… where you headed? I think it’s time that I take my own advice.

are you ready to dance? Thought you’d never ask. You guys coming? Um, mom and I are going to wait for kristina. Yeah, I’ll be there in one second. I just have to… okay, well, don’t be too long. Well, I’m glad. It looks like molly’s feeling a little better. Yes, I’m very glad that she’s giving herself a break from all the pressure she’s put on herself. We just have to really make sure that molly knows that she’s not alone in this. Molly knows that we all have her back. Of course. I just — I know that it’s their decision, but selfishly, I really hope they move forward with having a baby. Well, I mean, so do I. But if that’s what makes them happy. We’re not going to pressure them into anything, right? No. Of course. Of course. Yeah, I know. I just — I just wish there was something we could do to help them make this decision easier. That’s it. Why didn’t I think of that before? So, you are aware, obviously, that valentin went with laura to help find her son, right? Yeah. Charlotte’s staying with sam and dante. Dante filled me in, but I’m just surprised why valentin would have you pass along the message. I mean, him and I really don’t say much to each other. No? No. Oh, well, um… obviously, I wouldn’t normally be a go-between with something quite so… precarious. Not even for valentin. Why now? I know that you’re involved with a business venture with valentin, or he’s, rather, involved with you. That’s literally all I know. I don’t know any of the details, and don’t think I really want to. But right before he left, he got a message. And, um, knowing that you prefer to do any kind of business in person rather than over the phone, he wanted me to pass on the message. Okay, go ahead. You’re not to speak to anyone new. If your contact person is to change, do not proceed until you’ve spoken to your original contact person. Does that make sense? Yeah. Do you want to tell me what’s going on with valentin, why you would be in any kind of business with him? I don’t know how this is going to work. Only one way to find out, right? Yeah, but then what? This situation is just too messy. When you told me that you were done with your ex, did you mean it? Yeah. We are over. Whatever happens between portia and curtis, I’m moving on. So what’s stopping us from seeing each other?

[ Sighs ] I don’t know, zeke. Reality. I’m sure portia has already given you an earful on why you should avoid me like the plague. I don’t let my family dictate who I see. Do you? I don’t want to cause problems between you and your sister. Portia will cope. Yeah. You think so? I think someone’s tired, and we’re going to be heading home. Come on. But I’m not tired. Oh, we’ll see, sweetie, come on. You got it.Oh, boy. Finn, thank you so much for allowing me to join your family for dinner. It was — it was surprisingly fun having you here. And for me, as well. Thank you. And you. Yes? Uh, you’re a lucky man. I know. Thank you. It’s great to see you, dad. See you at the next tea party.

[ Laughs ] Sounds good. Brook lynn, always a pleasure. You can’t imagine how nice that is to hear. I think I can. Take care, you two. Have a great night. Night, finn. Goodnight. Violet: Bye.

[ Laughs ] Brook lynn, see you at home. Don’t stay out too late. You have to go to work tomorrow. Goodnight, granny. So, what do you say, you and me, we get a nightcap at the pool bar? I’d love to. Great. The sooner the better. There’s something I need to ask you first. Hi. Aunt elizabeth, you lo

Oh, why, thank you, violet. You look beautiful. Thank you. Wait, are you guys leaving? Uh, no. Violet and I are — are heading home. But finn could stay. I can stay? Yeah, you can stay. I can stay. Yeah. Whatever it is, can we talk about it on the way to the bar? Brook lynn, what’s going on with you? Something’s been off with you all evening. I know. And her name is granny. I’m always on edge around her. It’s not just tracy. When my dad asked you about your job, I knew that I was right. About what? Your work at deception. Your heart’s not in it. You don’t want to be there. Of course I do. It’s just — it’s my day job. Exactly. You would rather be writing music and managing artists. So I got to ask — why’d you go back? It solves so many problems. I m– I mean, it’s perfect. I shudder to think. What? Wait, what’s your big idea? I can be molly and tj’s surrogate.

[ Chuckles ] So this is why you’re not taking my calls, huh? On a little date with jordan? Portia, that’s not what’s — what else did valentin say? Gun! Everybody down!

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[ Door opens ] Hi. Hi. Were you all as surprised as I was to get a text from molly? She’s not typically prone to spontaneity. I know. Nails and dancing on a weeknight. Very un-molly like. But hopefully now this means she’s out of her funk. Uh, or it could be her latest coping mechanism. Or that. I mean, you can only distract yourself with work for so long. Whatever it is, she’s entitled to have some fun. Whatever her mood, we’re gonna support her, right? Right. Yeah. Yeah, right. Yep. Thank you. Yay! We are all here. Look out — the davis girls are on the loose. I think I should be heading home before your rush. Whoa, wait. Are you sure? It’s going to be a good night, pop. Mnh-mnh. I’m sure. Son… am I gonna see you at home tonight? Uh, maybe. You know, things could get crazy busy here…

[ Sighs ] …So probably just crash in the back. Yeah. What? You and portia are never gonna fix things if you refuse to be in the same room. Hey. Hey, T. Are you okay? Boy, you look like you just lost your best friend. What if I have? Did you give anybody the password? Maxie: Of course not. Okay. What about that assistant that just quit? Be honest — I didn’t give my password to anyone, lucy. Okay, how about this? Maybe you wrote it down somewhere accidentally and left it around, left it out.

[ Sarcastically ] Oh, sure. Where anyone could come and find it. How careless do you think I am? You know, I don’t really think you want me to answer that right at this point. Are you for real? I’m just saying that you have been a teeny, tiny bit distracted lately. Yeah, yeah, I’m sure. Because I’ve been handling the extra workload with zero help from you. Oh. What exactly is this proposition you speak of? As entertaining as you find lucy coe, a man of your standing… “my standing”? …Needs more to occupy him. I’m prepared to offer you a challenge, if you’re up for it. I have been busting my behind to get the deceptor off the ground. Yeah, sure you have. Until martin calls, and then off you go, leaving me holding the bag. Oh, excuse me. Well, sue me for having a personal life. You know what? I think it would do you very good to get one. That’d be great. And then nobody would work here. I give everything to deception. I am always here. I give everything. Everything. I used to think so, but lately, not so much. Wow, that is low. You have gone low. You know what? You started it! I did not start it! That’s enough! It was me.

What’s going on? I can’t stay long. Molly’s out with her mom and sisters. She says she’s gonna end up here, so… so that means you have to go? I just don’t want to be in the way. Since when have you been in molly’s way? Did something happen?

[ Sighs ] I’m sorry, man. That’s rough. Look, I know you and molly, and you’ll figure it out. This time, I’m not so sure. Okay. Alright. Come on. Lay it on us. Lay it on us. Remember how I-I told you that molly and i were trying to have a baby? Yeah. Yeah. That’s not something you easily forget. I’m sorry I hadn’t checked in since I got back from greenland. Don’t worry about it. I’ve been busy, too. And honestly, I haven’t really talked to anyone about it much because we barely had the chance to start trying when we found out that… that molly can’t get pregnant. What do we think, gals? Super cute. Ooh, that looks nice. Real good. Help. Which one? Uhhhh, this. It goes with your dress. Really? Yeah, and I’ll take that one. Thank you. Oh, I see how it is. Uh-huh. So, moll… so, mom. Yeah. What are we celebrating? What do you mean? Uh, you’re…so festive, and the champagne and the nails and the dancing…

[ Inhales deeply ] Do you have any news? If you’re asking about the doctor’s appointment, don’T. You snuck onto my computer after I left? What the hell, brook lynn? Sorry. I didn’t realize it was such a big deal. Such — in what universe is this not a big deal? I was trying to prove myself, okay? Ever since I came back to work here, everything’s been so busy, and the deceptor’s blowing up, and I just… I wanted to prove myself as an asset to this company. So you were, what, trying to learn about the deceptor? I-I wanted to familiarize myself with the product so that I could create a-a social media campaign, you know, to solidify the deceptor as the must-have item of the summer. Okay, then why all the secrecy? It wasn’t a secret, per se. I mean, maxie was swamped when she was called away from her desk, and I was just trying to be proactive, so I used her computer to download the files. Files on a shared drive that you had absolutely no access to! I-I didn’t put two and two together that the information was under lock and key. Do you know the two words “trade secret”? Trade secrets. That’s what it is. Do you know what would happen if our competitors got a hold of this information? We could kiss our cash cow bye-bye. Ms. Quartermaine, with all due respect, whatever your opinion may be, I am in love with one ms. Lucy coe. So, as regards to your other forward offer, I’m just gonna have to say thanks, but no thanks.

[ Laughs ] Somebody thinks very highly of himself. I’m offering you a business challenge, not a romantic one. Oh. Elq is a dumpster fire, and there’s nobody to put it out. With valentin gallivanting off god knows where, and my son…mia — why would you care? I mean, I was given to understand that you’d completely divested yourself of any interest in the company, so… I have no interest in taking a leadership position. But it is my family’s company, and the situation is precarious at best. Disastrous at worst. So, with the ceo and second-in-command out of commission, it occurs to me that the next obvious choice to run elq… is you. Rough day? Yeah. I could use a new top. Oh, um, I’ll relocate. No, no, no, no. Y-you’re good. Uh, why am I not surprised to find you eating in here?

[ Chuckles ] Well, nothing worse than break room small talk. Well, I think that book would scare everyone away. Worms and food — it’s quite the mix. You’re kidding. This book’s on a lot of hot summer reading lists. Okay, I’ll take your word for it. Yeah? Um, so…how’s it going, head nurse? It’s going. Epiphany made it seem so easy.

[ Chuckles ] So will you. You think? I know. So, about last night, um… yeah. Uh… look, uh, thank you for, um, staying and — and helping with violet. I love that little girl. You know I’d do anything for her. Including going along with her pretend date. Look, I’m so sorry about that.

[ Laughs ] Don’t be. However, your daughter knows an awful lot about romance. Yeah, that’s — that’s not unsettling at all. She was very sweet with me. It’s been a minute since someone’s given me flowers. Uh…as promised, though, I-I did — I-I talked to violet, and — and she understands she can’t be playing matchmaker like that, so, uh, you can rest easy. There’ll be no more… romantic evenings, uh, for us in the future.

I don’t want to talk about all that right now. I want to talk about drew. I heard he reported to prison. Yeah, speaking of fun… well, sorry, that was a terrible segue, but I’ve been thinking about scout. How is she doing? Not good. I mean, she’s taking it really bad. Well, how could she not? Maybe I could take her to the movies this weekend. Some aunt molly time. Um, you know, that’s really sweet of you, moll, but you have so much going on. Maybe another time. Yeah, y-you’ve got a lot on your plate. More than most. And that’s when I usually neglect my personal life. And I’m not doing that anymore. I want to focus on the things that matter again. Marshall: Tj, I am so sorry. Yeah, me, too, man. I can’t imagine how hard it is for both of you. It’s clearly worse for molly. She feels like her body has betrayed her. And I get that. Or I’m — I’m — I’m really, really trying. But it’s, like, now? When we need to lean on each other the most? She keeps shutting you out. It scares the hell out of me, uncle. Molly and i cannot go on like this. The last thing we need, do you understand, is any of our numerous rivals — if they were to duplicate our design and poach our sales, do you get how serious this is? This is a horrible offense! And I-I realize that now. Okay, I think we just need to all calm down for a minute. All calm down? I am not gonna calm down! Yes. Calm down, lucy. What? Ugh.

[ Exhales deeply ] Brook lynn was just trying to do her job, okay? She started right before we launched the deceptor, and what a whirlwind, right? I mean, it was so successful that I’m sure none of us took the time to talk to her about how proprietary it was. I certainly didn’T. Okay, fine. Neither did I. But this is still a great, big problem. Do you understand? Look, I’m really, really sorry. If I knew what we were dealing with, I obviously would have asked for permission. I cannot stress enough the value of this product. That is why, remember, our lawyers said, “do not share this. Just keep this between the executives.” Only us. We have access. And the information needs to stay in the office. Copy that. Will not happen again.

[ Sighs ] Yay! Okay, hand it over. Hand what over? The files. Hand them over. Where are they?Um, they’re on a flash drive, and I took them home.

[ Laughs ] You took ’em home. She took ’em home. Go get them now! Right now. Oh, my gosh. She took them home. I’m gonna go get gummies because I need my gummies. I want gummies. Well, I am flattered, but I think you’re forgetting I’m only an attorney. Don’t limit yourself. Valentin says in his absence, you have his power of attorney. That makes you his mouthpiece. I suppose that’s true. And therefore, you are the perfect person to fill in for him, to ensure the company’s stability until he returns, or, god willing, my son snaps out of his delusion. Think of it as protecting your client’s interests. When you put it like that… did I make you an offer you can’t refuse? Alright. I accept. Oh, wonderful. Welcome to the board. Thank you. And now for the first order of business. Already? I have something I want you to do for me. I don’t know, how can I trust a guy who doesn’t even put child locks on his phone?

[ Laughs ] Yeah, well, violet said she got the message, but, um… you know my daughter. Strong-willed? To put it mildly. I-I can’t promise that she won’t try to do the same thing again. May not be the worst thing. Yeah. Well, yeah, we’ve been totally negligent about getting us all together. Jake and aiden have kind of been a little lost since cameron moved out. It would be good for them to spend some time with their cousin. Right. Yeah. No, violet would — she would love that. So let’s plan a family night, you know, for the kids. Mm-hmm. For the kids, yeah, and maybe if violet’s distracted enough, she’ll let up on her campaign to get us back together. ‘Cause that’s what we want. Right?

I don’t know about you,but… what I want is a little more complicated. Okay, I think we should probably talk about what happened last night. Hi! If it isn’t my favorite head nurse and infectious disease specialist. Hi. Hey. Chief, hey. Um, well, I, uh… have a patient to see. That’s what they all say.

[ Chuckles ] Right? Uh, then I have to meet violet at the metro court for a tea party. Well, have fun.

[ Chuckles ] Thanks. And, uh, we’ll plan that family get-together real soon. Okay. Sounds good. Bye.

[ Door closes ] I am so sorry. For what? I obviously interrupted something. Oh, no. I-it was no big deal. I know you, elizabeth, for way longer than either of us care to admit. Do you want to talk about it? Finn and I had a date. Thank you. How long are we going to ignore that there is something blatantly wrong with molly? I haven’t decided yet. Bottling things up is never healthy. What are you two whispering about? You’re giving me a complex. Why did you want to go out tonight? Because it’s ladies night at the savoy, and I thought it’d be fun. Yeah, except that is never your idea of fun. You’re the one who’s always telling me to loosen up. Yeah, but you don’t listen. Well, I’m listening now. Why now? Kristina… does it matter? No, it doesn’T. I disagree. Look, under normal circumstances, I would be all for this. Champagne, nails, dancing — yes, please. But you are obviously avoiding something, and I think we all know what that something is. Like you’ve never avoided the realities of your life? More times than I can count, but it’s never worked out the way that I wanted it to. In fact, it always makes things worse. So, molls, we are your family. We care about you. Let us in. Maybe I was wrong. Maybe it’s not that molly is shutting you out. She might just need time to process. And I get that. That’s a big blow — being told your future isn’t going to look the way you thought it would. But it doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. And incredible. And fulfilling. See, I told molly that. That we can still start a family, that we have options. She just might not be ready to hear that right now. But she will be. I think the hardest part is that she is not acting like herself. In what way? She passed off one of her big cases to a colleague, and then this morning, she decided she didn’t want to go to work, so she called out. Oh, t, people do that. People do. Not molly.You’re both grieving, son. You’re both grieving. And grief could do a number on us all. Good thing, though, it’s fleeting. You know that old saying, uh, “time heals all wounds”? Well, it’s true. I would never tell molly how to deal with her grief or when I think she should be done with it, but I’m worried that it’s more than that, and ultimately, it’s gonna tear us apart. I mean, really, who does that? Who really does that? A professional person taking home confidential files to their house. Wait a minute. Who really hired brook lynn back? Who did that? You did. No, I didn’T. I did not. You know what? I know I didn’T. Look, lucy, the important thing is we know who downloaded the files. It was brook lynn, and she is really sorry. And the files are being retrieved as we speak, so the crisis has been averted.

[ Exhales deeply ] Now, if you’ll excuse me, I am going to go home and relieve my mom and mac. Mom, you’re supposed to be with james. Hi. What’s — what’s wrong? I am stepping in for valentin. Established. Okay, well, normally, he doesn’t answer to you. Which begs the question, why would I?

[ Sighs ] What part of “my family’s company” is tripping you up? No, I understand the concept. Do you also understand that the quartermaine annual G.H. Fundraiser is next week? The picnic? That’s the one. And if you’re gonna be running the company, it would behoove us to bolster our professional relationship. And all of that by way of saying I would love it if you would attend as my honored guest. That’s the favor? Yes. Well, I am flattered. Does that mean you’ll come? Well, I have to check my calendar, of course. Well, clear your schedule, ’cause it’s the social event of the year, and it’s an opportunity for us to get to know each other better, and you can bring your fl– lucy. If you haven’t flamed out by then. Well, if that’s the case, then I would be delighted to attend your little soiree. Pleasure doing business with you. I have been looking all over for you. Why? We have a problem.

Everything’s fine. Mac is watching james. You couldn’t have texted me that before showing up here, so I didn’t have a heart attack? Oh, honey, I’m so sorry. I guess I wasn’t thinking. I just came by to talk to lucy about something. Oh, it must be pretty important. What’s going on? Well… well, um [Stammers] I-I need a gift. Um, um, I-I’m really looking to get a gift for martin. And this was a good reason to abandon your grandson? You’re acting like I left james at the nearest fire station. He’s with his grandfather, and it’s a very special gift. So special. It is so special. In fact, it’s — it’s a gift of a personal, uh, nature. Um…erotic in nature. Oh, wow. Okay. Yes. And you know what? If you want to stay and help us pick it out… nope. …I have a few samples.Nope, nope, nope. I’m good. I’m good. You two, uh… …have fun. Bye, maxie. Ta-ta. Erotic?! Oh, lucy. Shh, shh! Oh. Okay. That’s the best I could come up with on the fly. Look, I really don’t want my business partners to know I have concerns about martin. He really, truly is acting squirrelly every time I mention the deceptor. You don’t want to alarm them unnecessarily. Exactly. You’re right. And who knows? You know, maybe there’s a perfectly logical… innocent reason for his behavior. Yeah, there could be, but I don’t think that’s the case.

[ Sighs ] Please tell me this isn’t about your father. Deception. You want to discuss that here? Why not? Exhibits a and B. Brook lynn! Hi, cutie.

[ Chuckles ] Is uncle chase with you? Oh, I wish. I’m stuck with this one. Oh, charming. Do you remember me? Of course. Auntie tracy. She came up with that one all on her own. Daddy said I had to ask before giving you a hug. Of course. And I appreciate you asking for permission. Violet was hoping to get a-a proper shirley temple. With an umbrella. With an umbrella, yes. Huh. Well, get on over there, my friend. I’ve seen you rule that bar. Daddy won’t let me pay on his phone after what happened with aunt elizabeth. Brook lynn, why don’t you do the shirley temple honors? I’d be delighted. Thank you. Come on, I bet we could get some extra cherries. What do you think? Yeah.

[ Sighs ] Hi. Hi. How’s ned? Ah, well, he is fully committed to his rock star persona and refusing to acknowledge his family. I’m sorry, tracy. Me, too. So what was that face? Face? What face? The face you made when violet brought up elizabeth. Call me crazy, but I think there’s a story there. So finn and i went along with it because, you know, we didn’t want to hurt violet’s feelings. And he explained to her afterwards that we were never gonna happen. Because you’re over each other? We’re great as friends, you know? And we had a really nice night. We just — we talked and we took care of violet together. Oh, almost sounds like nothing’s changed. Except everything’s changed.

[ Scoffs ] Not really. You and finn were friends first, then you developed feelings for each other. Who’s to say the same thing won’t happen again? Okay, well, there was this one moment — I knew it. But it didn’t mean anything. Probably not to him. Did he say that? Not outright, but it was implied. Oh, and nothing’s ever gotten lost in translation before. I’m just saying, instead of jumping to conclusions, why not ask finn for the truth? I can’T. I understand that we each need our space sometimes — that’s natural. But…this feels…what? Different? She’s pulling away from me — emotionally, physically. And if we don’t face this challenge together, how does our partnership survive? You’re in a tough spot. I’m not gonna pretend it’s otherwise. Infertility can be devastating, and a lot of relationships have separated because of it. But you and molly, you’re not just any relationship. I see you. I see how good you are together, how — how loving and patient and kind… and you need to lean on that patience. Molly will come around, and when she does, you will be there waiting for her. I hope you’re right. Molls, tell us what happened. Only if you want to. I’m guessing this had something to do with the doctor’s appointment that you mentioned earlier? Can you not give me one night off from talking about my fertility issues? Hey!All it’s been is endometriosis and eggs and babies, and I’m sick of it. Okay, well, we don’t have to talk about it if you don’t want to. Apparently we do. Look, the last thing in the world I want to do is upset you. So if you really don’t want to talk about it, we’ll drop it. But we — we love you, molly. And in my experience, keeping things in doesn’t help, but we can. My eggs aren’t viable, okay? I can never have a biological child. Oh, molly. Alexis: I’m sorry, honey. Yeah, tj can, but I can’T. Are you satisfied? No, I’m not satisfied. Molly, I’m so sorry. Okay, I just… I need a minute. Molly. Oh. Really?

Just go ahead. Just tell me whatdid — what did you find? A quarterly bank statement. It was shredded, and I pieced it together.

[ Inhales deeply ] And? Every month of the last quarter, martin has been receiving deposits of $50,000. Fi– $50,000? Yes. 50 grand?! Okay. Okay. Okay. Yes. Maybe… could he be receiving that from valentin? Well, it’s not likely, since the deposits come from a bank in pine valley. Pine valley? No, no. Martin doesn’t have a license to practice law in pennsylvania. Well, you know, maybe he does and just never mentioned it. No, because martin only likes to take local cases. And really, valentin is his bread and butter. No, no. Gotta be something else.

[ Exhales deeply ] Something illegal? Based on my experience, under-the-table transactions rarely show up on bank statements. Right, and based on my experience, which is rather extensive

[Chuckles] As you know, big deposits like that every month scream affairs. But no, marty is devoted to me. And wouldn’t that be kind of weird? I mean, h-he’s the one getting payments. No, no, no, no, no. This has got to be something else. So what could it be? Well, how is it? Delicious. Yum. Well, don’t move a muscle, okay?I’ll be right back. Oh, if it isn’t brook lynn quartermaine. Hi, martin. Saw you earlier with my grandmother. You did. Suddenly, she’s expressed an interest in having me help out with elq. Temporarily, anyway. Even invited me to your family’s picnic. Me and lucy. Didn’t realize you and grandmother were so close. We’re not. Definitely more like acquaintances. I got to hand it to her, though. That woman is nothing if not sharp. She’s got a shrewd business sense. Just be careful, okay? Meaning? I love my grandmother, but, um… she can be opportunistic. Just stay sharp around her. Duly noted. Little gossip isn’t usually your thing. Yeah, well, I read something about elizabeth and nikolas trapping a pregnant girl in a tower? Good times. I was surprised to see that elizabeth was involved. It surprised me, too. There it is. Well, in her defense, she was going through a bit of a rough patch. A rough patch your relationship couldn’t withstand. Well, it wasn’t just on her, trust me. Some people just aren’t compatible? We’re still friends.

[ Chuckles ] Although, it’s a concept that violet is having a hard time wrapping her head around. Maybe she misses having a mother figure around. Yeah. Or your oh-so-perceptive daughter can tell you still have feelings for her aunt. What do you mean you can’t? Of course you can. It’s easy. “Finn, how did you feel about our date?” Fake date. Whatever. I have no right to ask him for the truth. Not after I destroyed the trust between us. Finn understands why you had to lie to him about that pregnancy. Oh, let’s not forget about all the months I shut him out while I was trying to figure out what was going on with my parents. And he was understanding about that, too. Understanding and trusting are two different things. I don’t think he will ever open himself up to me like that again. But you don’t know that. So isn’t it time you got out of your own way and found out? Hang in there. Alright. Hey, son. I will see you at home. Come on. Whoa.

[ Laughter ] I’m gonna look for you. Well, t, uh… I wish I had an easy answer for you, but I will say we are here to support you. I know. And believe me, that means everything. Family — it is a bond that cannot be broken. I was just really looking forward to adding to that family. I know, but like you said, you and molly still have options. Except I’m not sure molly wants kids anymore. Okay, so I’m the worst sister ever. No.

[ Sighs ] She just needs some space.

[ Sighs ] I’m sorry for storming off like that. No, I-I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have made you talk about what’s happening. This whole situation is just… awful. It’s — it’s gut-wrenching. It’s impossible to navigate. Yeah. All of the above. Hey, um, you know, we can change the subject if you want. Yes, please. There’s no use in tiptoeing around it now.

[ Chuckles ] You’re welcome? Alright, well, I guess maybe the good thing is, maybe you can actually start making a plan, and, like, look into surrogacy or adoption. I can’t even begin to think about that right now, because if I do, it feels like I’m gonna break. And if you break, we’ll put you back together, okay? Promise? I promise.

Moll, we don’t have to go out if you don’t want to. Or we could go to my house, and we could watch a movie and have ice cream. No, no, no, no, no, no. Tj and I will revisit having a family, but tonight, I need to get out and remind myself of everything that I love. I’m sorry, does that include us? All of us? It definitely includes you, kristina. Well, my nails are dry, so… yes. And what’s that? I’m sorry. I-I think I hear the savoy is calling us, and it is time for the davis girls to cause some trouble. Yeah. Alright. Let’s go. Let’s go. Let’s go. Let’s go, let’s go. You’re not really gonna cause trouble. Oh, only a little trouble, mom. Yeah, you’ve already caused a lot of trouble. So molly has given up on starting a family altogether? Molly said that she wants to take a break from the planning. Right, well, I guess that makes sense after everything you’ve been through. And I don’t disagree. But it’s this lack of communication. It’s so foreign. I don’t know what I’m supposed to do. I don’t know where her head is at. Okay, but your feelings haven’t changed, right? You still want to try to have a baby, whatever that looks like? Yeah. But what if molly doesn’t? What if she becomes so overwhelmed that she decides having kids isn’t worth it anymore? Two very big what-ifs. That’s all I can think about. Okay, well, then let’s game this out, okay? Alright, worst case scenario — molly doesn’t want to have kids, but you do, and you can’t get on the same page. What does that feel like for you? What does that mean for you and molly as a couple? I would be lying, you know, if I said I hadn’t thought about elizabeth. My take? Sure, why not? Whatever residual feelings you have for elizabeth, you should squash them now. Things got messy once before. You know what they say about history repeating itself. And do you really want to risk violet losing her aunt again? She’s already lost her mother. Hey. Where — wait. Where is the — where’s the shirley temple? I drank it.

[ Chuckles ] That was so fast. It’s like a record. Thank you for taking her, brook lynn. Anytime. Can I borrow you? If you must. Excuse me. I’ll see you later. See you, violet. Are you ready for dinner? And dessert. Dinner first. Fine. Fine. Ooh, can we see aunt elizabeth soon? I’ll tell you what. I’ll — I’ll — I’ll check the calendar, okay? If the issue between you and finn was lack of honesty, the solution is not to make the same mistake again. How can you regain the trust if you’re still keeping things from each other? We’re finally in a good place. As friends. I don’t want to jeopardize that. Even though you want to be more?

[ Cellphone chimes ] Patient. Saved by the bell. For now. I know it seems complicated to you, but from an outsider’s perspective, it could not be more simple. Tell finn how you feel. Are you and martin happy?

[ Exhales deeply ] Yeah, blissfully. Well, then, if he’s not doing anything illegal and he’s not having an affair, is it really worth it for you to turn over this rock? It could cost you your relationship. I don’t know. I don’t know. You know, I don’t — I don’t — I don’t know if I can just ignore it because my intuition is never wrong. And…

[ Sighs ] Whatever martin is involved with, I feel like I got to know. You’re sure? No, but yes. I — listen, do it. Just turn over whatever little pebble, or spin it, or throw the rock in the water. Do something with that rock now. Okay, in that case, then next step is for me to go to pine valley and suss out who is sending those payments.

[ Sighs ]

[ Cellphone rings ]

[ Whispers ] It’s him. Why are you whispering? I don’t know. Answer it. No. Okay.

[ Normal voice ] Hey, you. I just had a nice conversation with tracy quartermaine. Huh. That’s weird. “Nice” and “tracy” in the same sentence? Mnh-mnh. She’s invited us to the family picnic. Oh. When is it? Next week. Next week. Well, that is — that’s nice of tracy. I’m — I’m just not sure that I-I can make it back. Where are you going? Something came up. A-a little business trip out of state. What for? What else? Deception. So I-I need that flash drive, stat. Is that really necessary? Uh, let’s see. Lucy knows I have it. She asked for it. So, yeah, I’d say it’s really necessary. And if I don’t bring it, then they’re gonna get suspicious, and where does that leave you?

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hey. Hey. Come on in. Beautiful. Oh, yes, it is. It’s a beautiful day. That too. You know, I have everything I want — a man that I love, I have a wedding on the horizon, and there is barely a cloud in the sky. I don’t see any clouds. Well, just one. Willow’s gonna be home soon. That’s a good thing. But without me. I think my bubble should include nina. Look, I-I know how you feel about her, but if I can only be with a few people each day until my immune system kicks in… yeah. You want your mom to be one of them. We’ve been given a miracle here. Shouldn’t we share it? Not only with the people who deserve it, like your mom, but also with the people who don’t, like mine. You’re not thinking of refinancing the house, are you? No. No. I don’t think I could afford the monthly payment. Besides, I don’t think the bank would refinance me. Okay, good. So we can take the idea of mortgage off the table? Absolutely. ‘Cause I’m selling the house. I appreciate your punctuality. It’s the little things that engender trust. Well, I’m glad you find me trustworthy, but I was on my way to meet a client when I got your urgent message. Have a seat. Thank you. Do you also meet with the quartermaine legal team poolside?

[ Chuckles ] No. They do not have the ability that you do to think outside the box.

[ Chuckles ] Thank you for the flattery, tracy, but it’s absolutely unnecessary. Just tell me what you would like. I’d like to hire you. Hang on. Stop the presses. Did you just say you consider me a friend? Aw, you’re so lucky to have a friend like mac, cody. It’s a wicked world out there. Y-you can easily make the wrong choices, you know?

[ Sighs ] Hey! Is it true? It’s what true? That cody’s been cleared. Olivia texted me the good news. The charges have been dropped. Wow. That is so awesome. You must be absolutely thrilled.

[ Laughs ] I wouldn’t go that far. Okay, listen to me. You are entitled to feel happy for your friend, okay? And we’re gonna celebrate that, all the good news, as soon as we take care of business. Oh, where is maxie?!

[ Chuckles ] Well, that’s a very impressive opening offer, tracy, uh, but I should tell you, I already have all the clients I can handle. Ah, yes, I’m sure a client with the career of sonny corinthos does keep you busy, not to mention carly and all her current legal woes. But I have a feeling that once you hear what I have to say, you’re gonna want to fire all your clients and represent me exclusively.

[ Laughs ] Well, you will notice I have neither accepted your check, nor have I pushed it back across the table. So please continue. I’d like to report a robbery. That’s a matter for the police. I’m not talking about a car or a computer. What I’m talking about is worth a king’s ransom, or if you prefer, a queen. And this queen would like the thieves to pay dearly for what they stole. Well, I’m intrigued. So what was it exactly that was stolen? The deceptor? I don’t get it. Why is this meeting so hush-hush? Are we introducing a new product that’s gonna be bigger and better than the deceptor? Um, actually, you will know soon enough. Um, hey, uh, the twittersphere didn’t have a lot of detail. What happened? How did — how did cody skate on those charges? Yeah, was cody telling the truth? Did gladys really plant that bracelet in his jacket pocket? No. Turns out that the bracelet was just misplaced, and gladys made an honest mistake in blaming cody. Huh. So you and gladys are on good terms, then? Never better. What about you and cody? Dante, dante, dante. You and your wicked world. When we were kids in summer camp, dante was always full of these, uh, stories, urban legends, tall tales of these, uh, these mysterious creatures that were half man, half monster, that’d stalk the forests and eat lost campers. Or so he claimed. Uh, they’re real. They’re real. They look like scott baldwin.

[ Cellphone rings ] -Oh, excuse me. -Ah. Hey, maxie, what’s up? Mac. Is my mom with you? Uh, georgie and bailey lou are with liesl, but I am late for a meeting, and I have no one to watch james. Grandpa, I need my own bedroom. Sounds like you need an entire swat team. No worries. I’m on my way. Problems? Big trouble — the kind that every kid can get into, like every parent knows. Congratulations again on getting those charges dropped. I just hope you can take advantage of it. Martin, did you take my advice about lucy? Oh, yo u mean about, uh,not keeping things from her? Yes. Thank you. Uh, the advice was taken. Glad to hear it. Well, have a nice day. Nice suit. Now that sonny is planning on marrying nina, we can’t keep wishing that she’s going to disappear from our lives. Like it or not, sonny and nina are part of the family. Y-you’ve still backed off on your vow to take down your dad, right?

[ Sighs ] I still haven’t forgiven or forgotten what he did to my mom and our family. But, no, I’m not — I’m not wasting any more time on a vendetta to try and make him pay for the pain that he caused. I’m proud of you for that. But I also just — I don’t want to waste any more time, either. You know, I’ve missed so much already. When I… almost… hey, no. But you didn’T. Okay? You came back to us. Nina is part of us, michael. She’s part of me, whether I like it or not. Look, I don’t expect you to forget or forgive her, but for me… I spent all of those years trying to build a relationship with harmony, despite her many flaws, because I believed she was my mother. Well, nina is my biological mother. Shouldn’t I give her the same consideration? I want to get to know the mother I never had… …and let her get to know me. Yo u know, I can go to ghand speak to willow. Now that she’s had that, you know — this life-changing experience, maybe she could see things different. Thank you. But, no, you can’t do that. That’s exactly what michael said that he didn’t want you to do. And I’m not gonna put you in that position, honey, to — to act as a go-between, plead with willow. If it came from willow herself, that’s one thing. But we both know that she will never give me a chance. Never say never. You thought you lost her before. You found her. And then, again, you thought you lost her to leukemia. That’s right. And what happened? So are you saying where there’s life, there’s hope? Well, sonny corinthos, I never took you as the greeting-card type. No, it’s not that. It’s — it’s — I’m a realist. I’ve seen the toughest guys just kind of melt over holding a baby in their arms. And I’ve also heard that there are women who are not even as big as willow pick up an suv with an injured child underneath. You know why? Because I believe in miracles. It was a miracle that I didn’t die in that river. And where did I end up? Nixon falls, where you showed up. Nixon falls. Well, you’re not only a realist, but you are also a romantic. And i love that about you. But we have to be honest. There are some people out there who think us finding each other wasn’t a miracle, but… …more like a catastrophe. You’re gonna sell the house? Carly, you can’t mean that. Well, I mean, it’s not like I want to, but come on, sam. At the end of the day, it’s just a real-estate transaction. This house is too big for me and donna, anyway. And josslyn — she’s gonna be going to pcu in the fall. Hell, she and trina are gonna move out of the dorms and into an off-campus apartment. This is perfect. Uh, sure, it may sound perfect, but you need to, please, think this through. Oh, come on. It’s not like I grew up in this house. I mean, far from it. And with the money we make off this sale, donna and I will be able to move into a condo off charles street and live off the rest. Okay. Yeah, sure, that — that makes a lot of sense. Except for one thing. What? You keep calling this a house. You’re wrong, carly. This is your home.

You know I am talking to you as your friend, right? So I-I’m just urging you to please consider the consequences of selling this house before you just minimize it down to a real-estate transaction. Okay, I don’t have the luxury of being sentimental. I mean, look at drew. He sacrificed himself for me — his freedom. I mean, sacrificing a house, or a home — I mean, it just seems so small in comparison, sam. Okay, well, speaking of drew, what do you think he would say, knowing what you’re planning on doing with the house? Well, he wouldn’t like it, but he doesn’t have to know. Right, sam? Please don’t tell him. Oh, no, of course I’m not gonna say anything to him. It’s not my place. He’s bound to find out. I know he’s gonna find out. But, you know, by then it’ll be too late. It’s my choice, right? I mean, it’s my decision. Yeah, of course it’s your choice. But… when you put that “for sale” sign out on the front yard, think about how donna’s gonna feel. She loves this house. I know. I know. I know she loves it. And I know she’s gonna miss it. But she’ll understand. Okay. She will. She will. Sure. But will you? Carly, when you and sonny got divorced, the only thing you held on to, the only thing you fought for, was this house. Are you really ready to just let it go? Look, we both know, uh, we can’t turn back the clock. We can’t undo the hurt we caused in the past. But you got to understand something. If it wasn’t for your aunt liesl, willow wouldn’t have had the bone marrow transplant. She — maybe she would have died. You did that for her. You gave her a gift — a gift of your family. And if michael and willow can’t acknowledge that… listen. Your family saved her life.

[ Cellphone rings ] Um… I was — I was just thinking about you. How’s the patient? Well, we, uh, just got the all-clear. Willow’s going home. You must be thrilled to be going home. I can’t thank you enough for all the care that you gave me. It’s all part of the job. No, I may not have worked here as a nurse for very long, but… you went way beyond the call of duty. You were the one who got me to see this… isn’t all about me. I assume you mean being reunited with your little ones? Yes, of course. But also someone else. I was right, wasn’t I? A girl needs her mom. Before willow leaves the hospital, there’s, uh, something that she needs. Of course. Just name it. She needs her mom. As you can see, the file contains a timeline detailing the development of the deceptor and the skyrocketing sales once it was released. Tracy, these documents look very confidential. How did you get them? Ah, home already. I take it you have something for me. Here. All the proprietary information on the deceptor, from the current sales report to the first communications about it last fall. Never mind how I got them. How did deception get them? And do not tell me that they sprang fully formed from lucy coe’s questionable brain. No, no, of course not. A product like this often has years of research and development, but — and yet — and yet, the timeline confirms they suddenly showed up in deception’s files as early as last autumn. Okay. Cards on the table, tracy. Are you saying that the deceptor is stolen intellectual property? I’m not saying it. You are. Yes, cody is my friend, and I am very glad that his name was cleared. Hmm. No thanks to gladys. Yeah. Gladys was pretty useless as my assistant, but she did seem pretty dedicated to nailing cody. Look, from gladys’ point of view, she was just looking out for me. The only crime she made was caring too much. I know you feel loyal to her, but you’re still gonna push for her to end this guardianship over you, right? Yes. I am more determined than ever. And thanks to the help of my psychiatrist, dr. Damon montague, I believe the court is ready to decide I am able to be on my own. In fact, I am gonna go celebrate my upcoming freedom with a latte from perks, if you ladies will excuse me. -Oh. -Oh. So, uh , what were youand scott talking about? Look, I bet you 10 to 1 the words “get rich quick” were involved. Scott and I have a connection, remember? Right. Dominique baldwin. Yeah. Not only was she my mom, but she was also the love of scott’s life at one time. Okay, so why does that connection mean so much to you when the other connection — mac being your dad — how come that doesn’t mean anything to you? How many times do I have to say it? Mac’s better off not knowing.

Mac’s better off? Yeah. Or you’re better off? ‘Cause it seems like whatever you and scott got cooking is on the wrong side of the law. And, look, I-I’m the law, right? I’m the law. And if you’re in over your head, like you kind of have been ever since you fell in that pool — just drop it, dante. Okay? Okay. All right. You want to talk to me? I know who you can talk to. Ah! Grandpa, can I live with you? I’m tired of being the only boy. James! Hey. Go to your meeting, maxie. I got this. Oh, mac. Are you sure? Go, mommy. We got this.

[ Laughing ] Okay. Oh, maxie, I am so sorry I am late. Tell it to the cops. Apparently, they got this.

[ Laughter ] Hey. What kept you? I took a job. What kind of job? The kind I know best. I am not only your grandma. I’m also felicia scorpio, private eye.

Grandma,what’s a private eye? It means that I solve mysteries, like your “hardy boys” books or your “scooby-doo” cartoons. You do what grandpa does? Yeah. Yeah, it’s very similar. Okay, james, now I’m gonna need your help. Can you find me one of your mommy’s old sheets? The rattier, the better. I know where to look. Oh, good job. Um, if this is about cody, you can stand down. The charges were dropped. Oh, that’s good news, mac. But my case has nothing to do with cody. I’m doing this for an old friend. Someone I know? Grandpa, that’s private. Remember? She’s a private eye. And “private” means you don’t talk about it. Yeah, grandpa. Okay, james, now that you are my official sidekick, I need you to spread the sheet out on the floor. And maybe grumpy grandpa will help you if it feels like it. Well, I don’t know how I feel about that title, but, okay, I’ll help.

[ Laughs ] Okay, private eye, here we go. And, uh, well… now what? Next we get to work, and we look for clues… …by sorting through garbage. Awesome.

[ Felicia laughs ] You want me to talk to mac scorpio? Geez, dante, talk about beating a dead horse. You know that he’s literally the last person I can talk to. No, he’s literally the person you’re choosing not to talk to. And he’s your father, man. Look, if scott’s gotten you into some trouble, talk to mac. Tell him. Tell him what’s going on. He’ll hear you out. Maybe he’ll help you get out of whatever mess you’re in. Yeah, well, what if I don’t want out of it? What if I’m the one driving the situation, not scott? You ever consider that? I know, I know. I’m late. I’m sorry. What is this big emergency? Good. You are here now. I can break the news. What news? Well, I don’t know how to say it, really. There’s no easy way to say it, so I’m just gonna say it. We have a snake in our midst. It makes me very happy that a lawyer as sharp as you is thinking what you’re thinking, ’cause it makes me believe the judge might agree with you. Okay. So are you actually accusing lucy and sasha and maxie, and not to mention your own granddaughter, of stealing the idea for the deceptor? I’m not accusing anybody of anything…yet. Well, then what am I doing here? Can you at least tell me who it was stolen from? It is time for you to put your cards on the table. Are you in, or are you out? This house has been my home for a long time, and I’m not gonna deny how much it means to me. It’s the only house that donna’s ever known. And after my marriage ended with sonny and after I lost the metro court, this house was the one thing outside of my kids that I could hold on to. Even now, I can stand in this room, and I can hear every laugh, I can feel every tear, I can even taste every meal we’ve shared. And the memories of josslyn growing up here, the memories of morgan, those memories… they’re gonna be in my heart forever.

[ Sighs ] So are you really ready to let that all go? I don’t have a choice. I mean, I-I’m a survivor, and I have to adapt. And as hard as it’s gonna be to walk out that front door and never come back, that’s what I’m gonna have to do. Nina: When willow finds out that I am the one that turned in carly and drew, any chance that I have of forging a relationship with her is gone. Nina, what’s wrong? I’m, uh — I’m not as brave as I thought I was. I-I’m gonna mess this up. I can’T. I can’t do this.

Excuse me. Are you willow’s mom, by any chance? Yes. Yes, I am. Willow told me she asked to see you. I’m so happy for you and your daughter. But you’re going to need to put this on first. Yeah. Thank you. It was nice meeting you. Okay. Nina. Willow’s ready to see you.

[ Monitor beeping ] I am sorry. You didn’t come over here to hear all my problems… no, don’t do that. …Listen to this. Don’t, don’T. Don’t be sorry. I asked how you were feeling, and I’m glad that you feel close enough that you could lean on me. Carly, it hasn’t always been that way. My loss. Mine, too. You know, I always considered you jason’s friend.

[ Chuckles ] I’m glad that’s changed. See, I’m not just losing a house. I’m gaining a friend. You never lost me. And as far as selling the house, I say we just, like — w-we put a pin in it. We can, you know, just think things through, see if you have other options. I don’t have any other options. And those memories I talked about, they’re not bound by four walls and a roof. They’re gonna come with me wherever I go. And they’re gonna be the foundation I build on. And — and not just the home I create, but the new version of myself. Aw. There we go. There’s that fighting spirit. Yeah. I’ve done this before. I have. And this time, when I’m finished. I’m gonna get back everything I’ve lost. Willow’s amazing. I knew she was tough enough to take on cancer, but to open her heart to nina was — I mean, that’s — well, she didn’t — she didn’t open her heart. She just opened a door. And it remains to be seen if nina will make willow regret it. Considering everything you’ve been through, you look wonderful. Some color in your cheeks again. And your eyes… the staff here have taken excellent care of me. But now it’s time to go home. Yes. You must be… really anxious to get back to, uh, wiley and amelia. And is there anything I can do to help you? As a matter of fact, yes, there is. Once I get settled in at home, I’D… …like you to come for a visit. A snake? Who’s the snake? Uh, it all began with what I thought was just gonna be, you know, a normal, routine report from our it department. But instead, it was anything but routine what they found yesterday — an unauthorized download from our executive shared drive. That download contained data that was highly confidential about the deceptor. Wait, that data is password-protected. Yeah, it was. Only us. We know the password. So you’re — you’re saying one of us logged on to the shared file and stole all the data on the deceptor? Nope. Not what I’m saying. I’m not saying one of us. I’m saying you, maxie. You stole it. Tracy, if I’m gonna take you on as a client, I need more. There’s plenty more where that came from. Ah. I’m not talking about the money… entirely. I-I need to be able to connect the dots, starting with who actually owns the intellectual property rights, and ending with who has them now and how they plan to reproduce the product. I will get you everything you need to proceed, once you let me know that you are truly on board. Otherwi–

[ Chuckles ] Mm-mm-mm. Right. Well, if what you say is true and a judge agrees, then you and whomever you are working with are gonna get a huge payoff. I know. And you will be entitled to a quarter of it.

[ Laughs ] You’re cute. No, uh, I will be entitled to a third. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go see other clients. Diane. Tracy. Oh, what the — hello, marty. Weren’t you gonna say hello? What are you doing with all this garbage? Well, we’re looking for evidence. Wait a minute. If you obtained this garbage illegally — excuse me. Garbage is fair game. Depends on how you got it. Well, if you must know, I got it from the housekeeper. It’s the honest truth. Grandpa, what’S…

[Haltingly] Hummingbird cake? Hummingbird cake is a cake that’s popular in the south. Whose garbage is this, anyway? James, do you know what this is? This is the jackpot.

Looks like someone was in a rush to put their bank statement through the paper shredder. That explains why some of the pieces are larger than others. Okay, come on, you two. Let’s see this as a jigsaw puzzle. All we have to do is put the pieces together. Grandpa, what is this? Martin: Why, tracy quartermaine. Long time no see. Uh, the last time our paths crossed — you were behind bars. Yeah. It was that unfortunate misunderstanding with alexis. I don’t believe I ever properly thanked you for representing me. Did I? You know, come to think of it, you didn’T. So, by all means, where do I send the bill?

[ Laughs ] Don’t ever lose your sense of humor. You still with lucy coe? I am. Why do you ask?

Chacun a son gout. Come again? “To each his own taste.” Actually, my dearly departed brother also found lucy coe irresistible. Of course, that was never a match made in heaven. You know, that sounds vaguely like a warning. Mnh-mnh. It’s a prediction. What’s the matter, falconeri? Is that really so hard to believe that your old pal could come up with a plan on his own? Not just some harebrained scheme, but an actual way to hit pay-dirt? I think you’re smart, cody. It’s just your judgment I question. Yeah, well, I can’t afford what you consider judgment. I don’t have a father with the same connections as yours. I don’t have a sam in my life or kids or family or friends. Hey, look, I’m not — I’m not trying to throw myself a pity party here. I’m just saying I’ve had to scratch and claw for everything I’ve ever gotten. Yeah, by choice. ‘Cause you got friends, cody. You got me, you got sam, you got sasha. You have a family. You have a dad. You just got to let them in. Or maybe the money is of more value to you. You think I stole from my own company?

[ Sighs ] No, I don’t really think that. I don’t want to think that. But it was very, very clear. The unauthorized download — that data came from your computer and your computer only. Okay. Y-yes, I access the shared file all the time, lucy. I was looking around in it yesterday, but I definitely didn’t download anything. And brook lynn can back me up. She was with me. Remember? I was surprised to see you. I thought you had the day off. Of course I remember that. Okay. Okay. Good. Fine. Do you remember seeing maxie download anything, or — or anybody, anybody at all, download anything from maxie’s computer? My immune system is still going to be compromised for a little while. And, um, the hardest part will be keeping amelia and wiley at a distance for a few weeks. It also means allowing a small bubble of friends and family to be in the same room with me. And you’re including me in this bubble? I want to be very clear that carly will be part of it, too. I-I asked you this once before when I thought I was…dying. But it’s even more important to me now when I have so much to live for. Feuding and the need for vengeance have to stop immediately. If you want to be a part of my life, you have to make peace with carly. I’m so sorry I’m late. I ran into tracy quartermaine. Ooh. Oh, enough said. But your timing’s perfect. Really. Oh, okay, I guess that’s my cue to go. You’re in good hands. It’s good to see you, diane. You, too. Bye, sam. See you later, carly. Okay. Okay. Because of you, you made sure that I got this house when sonny and i got divorced. Mm-hmm. Now I need you to make sure that I will get top dollar when I put this house on the market. Are you seriously thinking of selling? Please don’t talk me out of it. Please don’t try to do that, because I just went through that with sam, all right? This is the only choice I have. There’s nothing else I can do. Oh, my friend, how you underestimate me.

Okay, yes, my computer may have been the entry point, but why would I download files I already have access to? What would be my reason for doing that? Okay, that is curious. You’re right. But if you didn’t do it, then who did? You know, doubtless you have your own history with lucy. Fortunately, my lady love and I share a great many things in common, including an unshakable faith in each other. That’s adorable. But I was wondering if you would be interested in a little proposition. You can think what you want, but I’ve learned not to count on anyone but myself. And how’s that working out for you? It’s a quarterly bank statement. Look at that. $50,000 is automatically deposited every month. This puzzle isn’t any fun. All the pieces are the same. I’m getting a cookie. Okay. Get one for me, please. Odds are those monthly deposits were made by martin’s biggest client, valentin. Yeah, but why aren’t the checks drawn from a bank here in port charles? You’re right, mac. They come from a town in pennsylvania. Pine valley. I give you my word. My feud with carly is officially over.

[ Knock on door ]

[ Monitor beeping ] Nina, are you okay? I’M… …better than okay. Willow, she — she invited me into her bubble of friends and family.

[ Laughs ] Are you upset by my decision? No, no, no. Never. Look, willow, if you want nina included in your circle, I’m not gonna stand in your way. Because your happiness means everything to me. Everything. Carly: I don’t understand. The equity in this house is all I have. Unless I sell it, I won’t be able to afford anything. Carly, who’s the lawyer here? At least let me make my case. Come here.

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