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B&B Transcript Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Posted on July 22, 2021July 25, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Transcript provided by and proofread by Suzanne

Carter: You’re beautiful. Inside and out.

Quinn: I almost believe that when I’m with you.

Carter: Believe it. You’re an incredible woman, Quinn. You’re warm and funny. You’re talented and creative. You’re sexy as hell. I never wanna hear you doubt your worth again.

Finn: That was so good.

Steffy: Yeah.

Finn: I can’t believe you showed up with exactly what we needed.

Steffy: And the exact moment we needed it. And our favorite place, no less.

Finn: Yeah, you even got us our favorite kind.

Steffy: [ Laughs ]

Paris: Well, when the sign says, “Malibu fish tacos”, you get with the fish tacos.

Steffy: Yeah. This would’ve been enough to be our hero. And then, you top it off and you sing to our baby Hayes.

Finn: Yeah, after his parents failed to quiet him down.

Steffy: I know. You come here and you have all the updates for the Forrester Foundation. I’m impressed. You’re a rock star.

Paris: Thanks for the props, but I’m just glad I could help. I can’t imagine how hard it is to manage Kelly, a newborn, and your jobs.

Finn: Hmm, it is challenging.

Steffy: Yeah, we’re working off of no sleep.

Finn: But hey, I’m having the time of my life.

Paris: Aw.

Steffy: You are so adorable.

Paris: Definitely a keeper.

Steffy: [ Laughs ]

Finn: And now, Steffy’s stuck. There’s no getting rid of me now that we have this beautiful family.

Steffy: As if I’d try.

Paris: You guys are so lucky. Family is everything.

Steffy: You miss your sister.

Paris: More than I thought I would, actually. [ Scoffs ] When I went to college, I didn’t really see much of her, and then I came to la and moved in with her, started working at Forrester, we spend a lot of time together. And now, I guess I’m just really feeling her not being here.

Finn: Well, you could always send Paris to Paris. Is that redundant?

Steffy: What?

Finn: [ Laughs ] What?

Steffy: No. I’m sorry. He’s trying to work out the dad jokes.

Finn: [ Laughs ]

Paris: Wow.

Steffy: Wow is right.

Paris: [ Laughs ]

Brooke: Eric. Not that I’m happily anticipating or anything, but, uh, how’s the divorce going with Quinn?

Ridge: That’s subtle. Real subtle.

Brooke: I’m not gonna pretend that I’m not excited to have that woman out of Eric’s life and out of our family for good.

Eric: Well, I’m afraid you’re gonna have to wait a little longer. We’re just at the beginning of this whole thing.

Ridge: Can I ask you something, Dad? You love this woman. You’re okay with all this?

Eric: Quinn and I are well and truly over.

Brooke: [ Sighs ] Well, that is music to my ears. But I don’t think she’s gonna walk away without a fight for some kind of settlement. She’s not gonna be happy just ending up with nothing after being a Forrester for so many years.

Eric: Yes. I think you’re right about that. But, um… Carter is on top of it. I’ll leave her in his capable hands.

Quinn: Don’t you know just what to say.

Carter: I’m only speaking the truth.

Quinn: Uh-hmm. No. Your sincerity… is one of the most beautiful things about you. The fact that– that you hold me in such a high esteem, I– I’m touched. And you know it goes both ways. But this– this incredible moment, this–this connection–

Carter: Is deep and profound.

Quinn: And it’s too costly, Carter. And you have too much at stake. There are times, I wonder…

Paris: Sleeping like the angel he is. How can you guys stand the preciousness?

Finn: Oh, I know. Hayes is the most beautiful, amazing child ever born.

Paris: [ Laughs ]

Steffy: He said modestly.

Paris: No, it’s true. I want one just like him some day.

Finn: So you want kids?

Paris: A family. I want what I’m looking at. What you guys have.

Steffy: My advice? Be patient. This was a long time coming.

Paris: Obviously, it was worth the wait.

Steffy: Oh, without a doubt.

Finn: Uh-hmm. Well, you took your sweet time coming into my life. I mean, I’d almost given up hope in finding someone to commit my life to, and then, Steffy, she came crashing into my ER.

Steffy: Oh, yeah. What turned out to be the worst day of my life ended up being the best. I found my future when I wasn’t even looking or conscious, actually. [ Laughter ]

Finn: Oh, I knew as soon as I laid eyes on Steffy that my life had been changed forever.

Steffy: [ Chuckles ]

Finn: And something, uh, inside of me just recognized that you were the woman I was meant to be with… and here you are. You, me, Kelly, and Baby Hayes completes our circle.

Paris: You both chose well.

Ridge: I’m glad you’ve given Carter another chance. He screwed up, but he is remorseful.

Brooke: I agree. I mean, there’s no telling what Quinn might’ve done to seduce him. She’s always had a roving eye and that’ll never change. You know, I–I think she just gets bored.

Eric: And it’s exhausting and I don’t wanna put up with it anymore. At least Carter’s not wasting any time moving on.

Brooke: Right?

Ridge: It did seem like he was entertaining somebody else.

Brooke: Hmm, what was your first clue? The fact that he was shirtless or that there was a dress draped over the couch?

Ridge: I was just wondering who it might be, that’s all.

Brooke: Uh-hmm.

Carter: So, after everything you lost, because of this, because of us, you– you’re concerned about me.

Quinn: Why should we both lose everything? You’re COO and lead counsel of Forrester Creations. I mean, you have such a huge future ahead of you and, uh, I don’t wanna ruin that because we can’t stay away from each other.

Carter: But doesn’t that mean something?

Quinn: Yes, it means that we can’t explore it. Look at what just happened. [ Laughs ] I mean, that was a close call, pun intended.

Carter: Okay. Yeah, I have to admit, I freaked out when I saw Eric on the video.

Quinn: Yeah. And then, Ridge saw my dress behind you. If I hadn’t jumped out of the way in so quickly, it would have been disastrous., Eric’s forgiveness and acceptance for you is based on you never seeing me again. I shouldn’t even be here. I have brought nothing but chaos into your life.

Carter: That’s not true.

Quinn: Carter.

Carter: It’s a little true.

Quinn: Oh, come on. Hey, it’s Quinn, the human wrecking ball. I heard Eric’s voice on that phone… and I thought about… all the years we’ve spent together. We were so happy. So happy. And I– I should’ve guarded that with my life. But what did I do? I–I– I destroyed it. I didn’t just destroy it, I hurt the sweetest, kindest man who’s never done anything but give me just pure love in my life. And I am so afraid that I’m gonna do the same thing to you. I care too much about you to let that happen.

Eric: I know how we all love to speculate about things that are none of our business in other people’s lives but, uh, a dress over Carter’s couch doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a woman there.

Brooke: And, you said that the dress looked too small for Carter, so who could it be?

Eric: [ Laughs ] So? It could be a million other things.

Ridge: Yes. Such as, go ahead. What–what is your opinion? You obviously wanna say something.

Brooke: [ Laughs ] Oh, me?

Ridge: Yeah.

Brooke: Oh, I don’t know. Uh, I guess, why not, right? He’s single, he’s not with Zoe anymore, she moved to Paris, and maybe, this is exactly what he needs. I–I don’t…

Ridge: Or maybe Dad is right. That there are a million reasons why there could be a dress in his apartment. Maybe Carter is just sitting there alone trying to pick up the pieces.

Quinn: You didn’t ask for me. I just showed up [ Chuckles ] And almost tore down everything you’ve spent so many years to build.

Carter: You act like I wasn’t in the room. I was with you, Quinn. I was close so I felt your breath on my skin, kissing you, touching you… making love to you. Those are all choices that I made just like you.

Quinn: And did you not see how I destroyed my marriage to the kindest most forgiving man in the world? You have to do what Eric says. You–you– you can’t see me anymore.

Carter: It’s not that easy. Quinn, I’ve never met a woman like you, I’ve never experienced anything like what happens when we’re together.

Quinn: [ Sighs ]

Carter: I can’t get you out of my head. And I know this shouldn’t happen… but I don’t want it to end.

Paris: Oh, this view is everything. You got the ocean. Oh, a private beach.

Steffy: Yeah, I love it here.

Finn: I know, right? Me, too.

Paris: I mean, what’s not to love? It’s like a permanent vacation. It sure as heck beats the convenience store view from Zoe’s apartment. [ Laughter ] Um, but I had thought about the Foundation. We should create an online platform that enables us to tell stories inspiring people to help and reach out. But these would be like ordinary people, not Forrester business associates.

Steffy: Yeah, I–I like it. Do you have a proposal?

Paris: No, not yet. Uh, there’s just a lot going on.

Finn: What’s been going on?

Paris: [ Sighs ] Well, it was a curve ball when Zoe decided she wasn’t gonna come back to la, so everything’s fallen on me. I have to vacate her apartment, put all of her stuff in storage, and find my own place. And, you know, it’s just been hard, especially because la is so expensive, especially on the west side where I’d like to be. And I don’t know. I just kind of like a vagabond, living with my life in the trunk of my car.

Steffy: Seriously?

Paris: Unfortunately.

Steffy: You must be under a lot of stress now that Zoe decided to stay in Paris.

Paris: I mean, yeah, it–it’s just–it was jarring, but don’t worry. I’ll be fine.

Finn: Are you still in the apartment?

Paris: No, I left. Now, I’m in a hotel.

Steffy: You’re in a hotel?

Paris: Yeah, but it’s only until I find a place.

Steffy: Paris, would you like to stay with us?

Paris: I couldn’t have heard you right.

Finn: No, we’d love for you to stay here.

Steffy: Yeah. We don’t want you sleeping at a hotel with half your stuff in a car.

Finn: Yeah, and there’s plenty of room.

Steffy: Even if it’s for a few days until you get situated.

Paris: Oh, no, I couldn’t impose on you like that.

Steffy: We’re offering. That’s what Forresters do. We look out for one another. I mean, if you’re cool with, like, two kids screaming 24/7.

Paris: Oh, I–I–I love kids. Screaming and all.

Finn: But what–what– what is it?

Paris: I don’t know. I–I guess I’m just still getting used to the fact that Zoe is not coming back to la and I guess I’m just feeling alone, and then you guys reach out with all this love and generosity.

Finn: So, will you stay?

Paris: [ Sighs ] Okay. If–if you mean it, I promise I won’t be an imposition. Or–or outstay my welcome. I will be out of here as soon as I find a place. And I’ll–I’ll pitch in around here, I’ll help in with the kids and help with the housework.

Steffy: No, you don’t have to do that. You’re our guest.

Finn: Yes. And you can take as much or as little time as you need.

Steffy: There’s only two things I need.

Paris: Okay.

Steffy: One, you need to chill and make yourself at home.

Paris: Oh, you’re driving a hard bargain there.

[ Laughter ]

Steffy: And two, what’s mine is yours.

Paris: [ Chuckles ] Wow. This is the nicest thing that anyone’s ever done for me. Thank you, Steffy.

Steffy: Of course. Oh, my gosh. We’re–we’re so happy to help you.

Paris: You, too.

Finn: What Steffy said.

Eric: I don’t understand what’s taking Carter so long.

Ridge: You seem to be in quite a hurry, Dad.

Eric: [ Sighs ] Look, I wanna get this whole thing started, this whole divorce proceeding. And I want us to talk about the future of the jewelry line.

Brooke: Really sounds like you’re hoping Carter sticks it to Quinn.

Quinn: You have been… such a revelation to me, Carter. I have never known a man like you before. And I wanna know everything there is to know about you. Hmm. But it can’t be. I have to let you go. Otherwise, I’m gonna ruin your life. It’s my special talent.

Carter: Stop putting yourself down. Quinn, you’re a wonderful, talented, complex woman. You’ve captured me. My imagination. You–you’re in my head all the time.

Quinn: [ Laughs ] Same here. The man that you are, everything that you stand for, everything that you’ve worked years and years to accomplish… it’s all gonna be gone because of me. And you know what? Won’t even be worth it because I’m just gonna hurt you the way I’ve hurt every other man who’s ever been in my life. And you’re just gonna end up hating me in the end. And I couldn’t stand that because I care too much about you. You know I’m right. [ Sighs ] I’m always right.

Carter: Not this time.

Quinn: [ Sighs ] I shouldn’t even be here. I just… just wanted to see you one last time.

Carter: I’m glad you did.

Quinn: Then this is it. Goodbye.

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Days Update Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Posted on July 21, 2021August 7, 2021 by Joseph Mueller

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Update written by Joseph

Photos by Kimberly

Eli and Lani at home 7/21/21

Eli comes out of the shower at home where Lani is preparing to go meet Abe for breakfast. Lani jokes with Eli to put some clothes on as Chanel wakes up from sleeping on the couch. Chanel is wearing a sleep mask over her eyes and jokes that this time she came prepared.

Paulina goes to see Julie but Julie shuts the door in her face. Paulina remarks that she better get used to that.

Theo and Abe eat together at Julie’s Place. Theo asks if they’ve figured out a way to stop Paulina from tearing down the town square. Abe says they have another plea today but he’s not optimistic. Theo understands if Abe has to go be there but Abe says no. Theo knows how important it is. Abe states that if Theo is going to get married today then that’s where he will be. Theo asks what he means by “if”. Abe responds that he thinks he should call the wedding off.

Ben dreams of his wedding to Ciara, then wakes up and looks at their wedding photo. Ben hears a knock so he scrambles to the door in hopes that it’s Ciara, but it’s Allie, who asks if he was expecting somebody else.

Ciara is putting her makeup on at Belle and Shawn’s house. Claire walks in and questions what she’s doing here. Ciara responds that she’s getting ready for her wedding but Claire says not in this house.

Theo questions Abe thinking he should call off the wedding. Abe points out that he and Ciara have only been together for a couple of months. Theo argues that he’s known her for his whole life. Abe still thinks he should give it more time. Abe asks what if Ciara starts to remember being married to Ben and being happy. Abe doesn’t want the rug pulled out from under Theo. Theo questions if this is about he and Ciara or about Abe and Paulina.

Julie and Paulina 7/21/21

Paulina continues knocking until Julie answers the door again. Julie tells her to go away. Paulina thinks they need to talk but Julie isn’t interested. Paulina says she didn’t come to fight but Julie says all she is going to get from her is conflict. Paulina informs her that she came to apologize.

Allie wanted to give Ben a heads up that Ciara and Theo are getting married today. Ben informs her that Claire already told him. Allie adds that Ciara asked her to be her maid of honr and she agreed. Ben questions why she is here then. Allie knows he’s hurt and admits she doesn’t think the wedding is a good idea, but she’s going to be the maid of honor because she loves Ciara and knows how hurt she would be if she refused. Allie adds that Ciara is going to marry Theo whether she’s maid of honor or not, but she doesn’t feel like she can turn her back on her. Ben tells Allie that he has no beef with her and he gets it. Allie admits she tried to get Ciara to wait but she wouldn’t listen and she has no idea why Ciara feels she has to get married on their anniversary. Ben understands that Ciara is trying to prove that she hates him.

Ciara tells Claire that she doesn’t need her permission to do anything and reveals that Shawn already told her that she can get ready here. Claire says she won’t help her. Ciara says the last thing she wants is her help. Ciara adds that Allie is her maid of honor and tells Claire to get out. Claire can’t believe Ciara is going ahead with this farce. Ciara argues that she loves Theo. Claire says not the way she loves Ben. Claire argues that Ciara will end up hurting Ben and Theo. Ciara argues that she doesn’t know anything. Claire insists that this will be a huge disaster so she’s trying to talk her out of it. Ciara complains that she’s just making her mad. Claire asks Ciara to stop and listen to the people who care about her. Ciara brings up Claire trying to set her on fire twice. Claire tells her that she can’t talk to her like that in her own house and tells her to get out. Claire tries to force Ciara out but Ciara says to get her hands off of her. Ciara then slaps Claire.

Eli tells Lani to enjoy her breakfast and that he’ll see her at the church as he goes to get dressed. Chanel then removes her sleep mask and thanks Lani for letting her stay. Lani says they couldn’t just kick her to the curb after everything with her mom. Chanel says she’s so done with her mom and mentions Paulina suggesting that she could open her bakery in Price Town. Chanel declares that if Paulina wants to make things right with them, she’s going to have to do much better than that.

Paulina comes in and compliments Julie’s home and a photo of her and Doug. Julie isn’t buying her apology and tells her to cut to the chase as she has a lot to do today. Paulina brings up their rocky start and admits she tried to take over the Christening. Julie points out how Paulina has been lying the entire time and she still hasn’t heard her apology. Paulina complains that it’s hard for her. Paulina talks about a moment when Abe started talking about Tom and Alice with such love and she knew then that they must have been really good, special people, so she thought what has she done here. Julie comments on Paulina’s wrecking ball smashing their plaque. Julie then gets a call from Doug, who has bad news.

Allie tells Ben that Ciara doesn’t hate him. Ben asks why she’s been pushing him away since the day she got here and why is she marrying another man on their anniversary. Allie can’t answer that but she believes that somewhere inside, Ciara still loves him. Ben laments that Ciara doesn’t remember that and he can’t make her despite all of his attempts since it’s just making her more angry. Allie says she tried too and the same thing happened which Ben questions. Allie informs him that last night, she told Ciara about their wedding but it didn’t seem to trigger her memory. Allie wonders if she got through to her on some level. Allie says for the briefest moment, she noticed a change in Ciara’s expression like it actually affected her.

Claire warns Ciara that she shouldn’t have done that. Ciara says she pushed her too hard. Claire grabs Ciara’s flowers and starts hitting her with them until Shawn runs in to interrupt and questions what’s going on. Claire says she’s trying to beat sense in to Ciara. Ciara calls her absolutely crazy. Claire complains that she slapped her first and questions how Shawn could let Ciara get ready here without telling her. Shawn thought it would be a good opportunity for them to work things out but tells Claire to leave. Claire argues that it’s her house while Ciara calls it her mother’s house. Ciara asks where Hope is since she thought Shawn was picking her up from the airport. Shawn informs her that he has some bad news.

Eli comes back from getting dressed so Chanel brings him pancakes for breakfast. Chanel asks when the wedding is. Eli says it’s in a couple of hours. Chanel wishes she knew Theo was engaged before she threw herself at him and kissed him the other night which Eli questions. Chanel says he was her boyfriend at one point. Eli didn’t know she was still in to him. Chanel admits she’s not but she was in a bad place and looking for comfort, because Allie rejected her.

Allie doesn’t want to get Ben’s hopes up but says it looked like Ciara had some kind of reaction. Ben asks more about it. Allie says it seemed like Ciara was remembering something and encourages that maybe being in Salem might help too. Ben agrees but worries that if Ciara marries Theo, they will go straight back to South Africa and never look back. Ben declares he has to do something. Allie asks what he can do when the wedding is in a couple of hours. Ben says that means he’s running out of time.

Ciara asks Shawn if something happened to Hope. Shawn explains that her plane had mechanical problems and had to turn back around so there’s no way she’s going to make it tonight. Claire argues that Ciara can’t get married without her mom here. Ciara says she can because all of the plans are already made. Shawn confirms that Hope told her to go ahead because she doesn’t want to ruin it. Claire argues that Ciara doesn’t even love Theo. Ciara complains about Claire running her mouth while Claire insists that this is going to end in a huge disaster. Ciara continues to complain about Claire and says she’s not going to make her doubt her love for Theo. Ciara tells Claire to go hang out with Ben. Ciara says Claire is just trying to ruin her life. Shawn tries to get through to her but Claire stops him and says if that’s what Ciara believes, she will go. Claire adds that they both know Ciara is only desperate to marry Theo today to hurt Ben because she’s afraid that she’s going to remember how much she loves him. Ciara tells her to believe what she wants because she doesn’t give a damn. Claire brings up Ben calling Ciara the bravest person he’d ever know, but right now all she sees is a coward. Claire then walks out.

Theo and Lani 7/21/21

Abe agrees with Theo that breaking up with Paulina makes him think about he and Ciara. Theo calls them two totally different situations as Ciara has never lied to him and doesn’t keep secrets. Abe points out that she could still hurt him. Theo says he’s not a kid anymore so he doesn’t need to protect him. Theo declares that he loves Ciara so he’s willing to take that risk. Abe calls Theo wise and stubborn like his mother and says he loves him for it. Abe agrees not to talk about putting off the wedding anymore. Lani arrives and apologizes for being late. Lani guesses that Abe tried to get Theo to postpone the wedding and Theo said no which Abe confirms. Lani is glad because after all the drama of the last few weeks, it will be good to celebrate something for a change. Lani declares that they can focus on the wedding and forget all about Paulina Price. Paulina then enters Julie’s Place and says she’s glad that Lani and Abe are both there because it will make what she has to do a lot easier.

Eli figured that Allie was the girl Chanel was crushing on and asks what happened. Chanel informs him that they had a moment on the 4th of July so she stupidly got her hopes up. Eli asks if she means that Allie returned her feelings. Chanel says yes but then the next day, she told her that she also had feelings for Tripp so that’s that. Eli is sorry to hear. Chanel doesn’t think she will be able to connect with someone like she did with Allie. Eli encourages that she will find someone who is meant for her and then it will be Allie’s loss. Chanel hugs him to thank him.

Allie tells Ben that she has to get ready for the wedding but tells him to let her know if he needs anything. Allie adds that she’s really sorry for everything he’s going through right now as she can’t imagine how bad it hurts. Ben thanks her. Allie goes to leave as Claire arrives and asks what she’s doing there. Allie says she was just making sure Ben was okay. Claire brings up just hearing that Allie is going to be Ciara’s maid of honor. Claire is surprised Allie agreed to that. Allie asks how she could say no. Allie hugs Claire and tells Ben to take care as she then exits. Claire admits it was nice of Allie to stop by. Ben agrees that Allie is a good person. Ben asks what’s going on with Claire. Claire informs him that she just got in a huge fight with Ciara since she’s getting ready for the wedding with her house. Claire explains that Ciara slapped her so she went after her with the wedding bouquet. Ben tells her that she doesn’t have to fight his battles. Claire clarifies that this was her battle because Ciara treats her like dirt too. Ben says she’s still going through with the wedding. Claire brings up Hope being unable to make it but Ciara still won’t postpone. Ben knows Ciara is making sure it’s today to stick it to him. Claire is beginning to think Ben is better off without Ciara.

Ciara complains about what Claire did to her bouquet. Shawn hates seeing them fighting. Ciara is sorry that he got caught in the middle but says Claire makes her so angry. Shawn encourages that Claire loves her and just wants to help her. Ciara knows Shawn is defending his daughter but says this is her decision to make. Ciara says at least Shawn is trying to be on her side. Shawn decides to stop trying and says as much as he wants to support her, he can’t and agrees with Claire that she needs to postpone the wedding.

Abe tells Paulina they are having a family celebration. Paulina promises it won’t take long and that it’s important. Abe gives her until the waiter comes to take their order. Paulina says the other night, he said to make it up, she would stop the demolition. Paulina announces that as of an hour ago, she called everything off so Horton Town Square is here to stay which surprises Lani and Abe.

Chanel and Allie 7/21/21

Allie runs in to Chanel in the town square. Chanel questions her flowers and asks if she and Tripp are getting married. Allie explains that she is Ciara’s maid of honor. Allie asks where Chanel ended up staying last night. Chanel tells her that she was at Eli and Lani’s. Allie is sorry that she felt she had to go somewhere else but says it was probably for the best due to the major drama with Nicole and Eric. Allie thinks they are done. Chanel asks if she means they are divorcing which Allie confirms. Chanel says she’s sorry. Allie is glad she ran in to her as she wanted to talk to her. Allie knows Chanel said she was fine about her wanting to be with Tripp, but she could tell that she hurt her feelings. Allie apologizes and hopes they can still be friends.

Lani thought Paulina said she would waste hundreds of thousands of dollars if she didn’t move forward. Paulina confirms that she will but she’s willing to take the hit if she has chance at fixing things with them. Theo asks if this means no Price Town which Paulina confirms. Paulina says she will go back to the original plan of connecting all the buildings in an indoor marketplace and lease the spots to small business owners with diversity. Theo points out that she won’t make a lot of money that way. Paulina says it might take a year but she wants to prove to Abe and Lani that they mean more to her than money. Theo calls it a good first step. Paulina asks what Abe and Lani think. Abe is not sure what to say. Lani says Paulina decided to do the right thing but this is Theo’s wedding day, so that is what they should focus on. Paulina congratulates Theo and hopes he’ll be very happy as she then exits. Abe calls that out of the blue. Lani asks if he really believed that crap.

Ciara tells Shawn that she thought they settled this. Shawn doesn’t want to upset her but feels everything is going so fast and suggests stopping to think if she’s marrying Theo for the right reasons. Ciara talks about forgetting years of her life and being married to the Necktie Killer, while Theo was the only person who had no expectations and made her feel safe and loved, which she feels are good reasons to marry someone. Shawn asks why so fast. Ciara cries about him not wanting her to go through with it. Shawn apologizes and hugs her, saying he shouldn’t have said anything. Ciara understands he was just looking out for her. Ciara cries that she wants her mom to be there. Shawn notes that he does too and Hope feels terrible. Ciara says they can’t do anything about it so she hopes nothing else goes wrong. Julie arrives and announces that she has bad news.

Ben argues that Claire just told him last night that he couldn’t give up on Ciara. Claire acknowledges that but says Ciara is being horrible to him and he doesn’t deserve that. Ben argues that they both know it’s not the real Ciara and she’s only pushing him away because she’s afraid. Claire feels that’s no excuse. Ben talks about what Ciara forgave them for and says she never gave up on them, so they have to get her through this. Claire calls him a saint as she doesn’t think she could keep the faith like he has. Ben says he’s just stubborn that way. Claire says Ciara is too since she’s determined to marry Theo today. Ben responds that he’s just as determined to stop her.

Theo asks if Lani thinks Paulina was lying and is still going to tear down the town square. Lani says she doesn’t know for sure but she thinks it could just be another lie. Lani asks what if she’s just trying to get Abe to call off the lawyers. Abe admits he though that too, but he just talked to the lawyers and confirmed that Paulina was telling the truth as the demolition has been called off. Lani worries that it could just be another hidden agenda. Abe feels that Paulina seemed genuinely sorry. Lani questions if Abe is really thinking about forgiving her.

Allie tells Chanel that they don’t have to talk about it now but wants her to think about it. Paulina interrupts and asks for a word with Chanel. Chanel says she’s in the middle of something. Paulina thinks she will want to hear this. Allie offers to leave them alone but Paulina wants her to hear this too. Paulina declares that they will get their bakery after all because there is no Price Town and she’s going back to her original plan to keep the town square in tact, so Sweet Bits Bakery will be up and ready for business soon, which excites Chanel and Allie.

Julie reveals to Ciara and Shawn that Doug injured his rotator cuff playing racquetball and is now waiting for an x-ray, so she’s afraid they won’t be able to make the wedding. Ciara complains that first Hope and now this. Julie says that’s awful that Hope won’t be able to make it. Ciara asks if this is some kind of weird conspiracy for them to drop out of her wedding until she cancels it. Julie tells her not to be ridiculous. Julie gives Ciara her gift from Doug as he wanted to make sure she got it before the ceremony. Julie says they wish her all the luck in the world. Ciara thanks her and sends her to love to Doug as they hug. Julie tells her to take a lot of pictures and videos. Julie says she loves them as she exits. Ciara remarks on this not being off to a great start.

Claire asks Ben if he’s figured out how to stop the wedding yet. Ben says he did, but she might think it’s a little extreme.

Chanel excitedly asks what made Paulina change her mind. Paulina says she wanted to make things right, especially between them. Paulina then gets a call and says she’ll get back to them on the bakery. Paulina steps away to answer. Allie tells Chanel that she’s so happy for her. Chanel can’t believe this is happening. Allie still wants to be part of the bakery but understands if that doesn’t work for her. Allie adds that she doesn’t have to answer right now as she has to go help Ciara get ready for the wedding. Chanel stops her and says let’s do this.

Theo agrees that Paulina seemed really sorry. Abe thinks she’s ready to make amends. Lani argues that it’s too late for that, reminding Abe that she just lied to their faces over and over again and almost destroyed his reputation. Lani says she can’t expect them to just turn around and forgive her like that. Abe brings up that Theo is getting married today, so they should turn their attention towards that. Lani agrees and apologizes. Theo then gets a call and says they have to be kidding.

Claire wants to hear Ben’s plan. Ben reminds her of when Ciara was leaving for South Africa and he had a plan to kidnap her and take her to the cabin to jog her memory but he couldn’t go through with it then. Ben declares this is a now or never situation, so he’s willing to kidnap Ciara before she marries Theo.

Ciara knows she said she and Theo wanted a small wedding but this is getting ridiculous. Shawn suggests the universe is trying to tell her something. Ciara says she doesn’t believe in omens. Shawn says she used to and she believed that she and Ben had a psychic connection like Hope and Bo had. Ciara calls that a different Ciara, while this Ciara is going to marry Theo today and nothing the universe can do is going to stop it.

Ben asks Claire what she thinks of him kidnapping Ciara on her wedding day. Claire calls extreme an understatement but says it’s also kind of traditional. Claire explains to Ben that Bo once kidnapped Hope to stop her from marrying another man. Ben points out that it all worked out for them. Claire notes that Hope was ticked off at Bo for a very long time. Ben says he can deal with that more than losing her forever. Claire asks if he really thinks this is a good idea.

Ciara, getting ready for her wedding 7/21/21

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Y&R Update Wednesday, July 21 2021

Posted on July 21, 2021July 22, 2021 by Christine

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At the main house, the bags were packed for the trip to Italy, but Nikki couldn’t find Victor.

Victoria was surprised to see Victor sitting in her living room. She thought he and Nikki were supposed to be on a flight to Europe. He explained that the vacation was still happening but he’d wanted to come say hello to Victoria. He noted that he owned a plane, so he could leave whenever he wanted. Victoria was jealous they were going on the trip. Victor wished Victoria would come, but he knew she was busy with the merger. She thanked him for the flowers in congratulations, and she hoped the sentiment was sincere. He was full of admiration that she parlayed the connection with Ashland into this fantastic merger. She said he made it sound like it was purely a calculated move on her part, but that wasn’t how it happened. “Don’t you disappoint me now. You mean it was Ashland Locke’s idea?,” he asked. Victoria commented on how Victor’s congratulations transformed into disappointment. He told her there was nothing wrong with taking advantage of a situation to get what you wanted. She noted that he’d done that when Ashland had a heart attack. He didn’t want this to become an argument. He intended to come here to congratulate her. He told her not to get hurt. He said they all knew Ashland was ill, and a man in that situation looked for comfort and affection.

Victoria assumed he thought Ashland gave her the company as a ploy to get close to her and move in with her. Victor was caught off guard. “Ashland Locke moved into your house with your kids?,” he asked. She thought Nikki already told him. He said he didn’t want her to get hurt. She told him that he and Billy were on the same page – he’d given her the exact same warning. She wished people would stop saying Ashland was taking advantage of her. She asked if anyone had considered that Ashland tried to push her away and she chose to stay by his side. Victor didn’t think that was wise. Victoria said that Victor couldn’t praise her for pulling off the coup of the century on one hand, then also say she was weak and naive. She was neither, she stated, and she knew what she was getting into. Her relationship with Ashland was intense and wonderful. Victor felt it was happening rather quickly. Victoria thought he and Nikki should go enjoy their romantic vacation. She’d be fine, enjoying her merger personally and professionally. He wished her luck with everything and told her not to get hurt. He said he loved her, and she said it back, then he left.

Victor went home, and the look on his face made Nikki worry that he was going to postpone the trip. He asked why the hell she didn’t tell him that Ashland moved in with their daughter. She didn’t realize the move had already happened. She actually wasn’t sure it was going to happen at all, because she’d assumed Billy would object. Victor groused that the useless Billy couldn’t prevent the move from happening. Nikki clarified that she wasn’t hoping Billy would put a stop to it. She approved of the living arrangement. He couldn’t believe she was in favor of Ashland living with their daughter. He said what about Katie and Johnny. Nikki was concerned about them, but she was sure Billy and Victoria would work together to make sure things went smoothly. He spat that Billy boy couldn’t even take care of himself, let alone do what was best for their grandchildren. She asked if he thought they could change Victoria’s mind about a man – had that worked out over the years? Victor had no problem with Victoria having an affair with Ashland, but to move him into the home with their grandchildren? He added that Ashland was sick, and Victoria would get her heart broken. Nikki understood, but she said Victoria was doing something even bigger than her historic business deal – she was selflessly helping a man say goodbye. “Oh come on,” he scoffed. Nikki packed the tickets to the concert and Summer and Noah’s gifts. Victor was still stewing about Ashland moving in with Victoria. Nikki said they had to trust Victoria and let her live her life. She said he told Victoria how proud he was, so he needed to be proud of the strength they’d instilled in her. He said he was convinced – they’d take their trip, visit Summer and Noah and see what they’d instilled in the next generation.

Ashland showed up at the Abbott house. As soon as Kyle opened the door, Ashland walked in and started yelling Tara’s name. Kyle said Tara was dropping Harrison off at a play date. “Are you behind this? Are you trying to steal my son from me in my last days?,” Ashland demanded to know. Kyle was adamant that no one was trying to steal Harrison. Ashland thought the petition Tara filed in court said otherwise. Kyle advised discussing this with Tara. Ashland wanted answers now, and Tara wasn’t here. He said that if Kyle wanted to be Harrison’s only father figure, he should start acting like it and answer the question. Kyle explained that Tara was worried about Harrison, because he’d cried after the incident in the park, and he’d been having bad dreams ever since. Ashland didn’t realize Harrison was having bad dreams, but that hardly warranted Tara seeking full custody. Kyle said Tara just wanted to protect Harrison, which would be harder and harder to do as he watched Ashland decline. Ashland contended that it’d be even harder for Harrison if he suddenly disappeared from his life. Kyle was sure that Tara didn’t want to cut Ashland out, she just wanted more input about when and where he saw Harrison. Ashland thought that meant Tara wanted him to beg to see his son. Kyle thought that if Ashland could get past his initial anger, he’d see that Tara had a point. “My initial anger is nothing. You just wait until I get warmed up a little and really lean into it,” Ashland said. Kyle told him to be reasonable. Ashland maintained that he needed to be the one to break the news to his son and he needed to spend as much time with Harrison as he could. “So you tell me, Kyle. Who’s the one who’s being unreasonable?” Ashland left.

Later, Kyle demanded to know what Sally was doing in his house. She was looking for Jack. He said Jack wasn’t home. He also wanted her to know how much he hated the way she’d dive bombed back into his father’s life. He accused her of taking advantage of Jack’s loneliness and forgiving nature. Every chance Kyle got, he planned to remind Jack how opportunistic Sally was. She said there was nothing he could tell Jack that he didn’t already know. She suggested he was projecting his own loneliness onto Jack, since Summer left him again. He told her not to push him. He was already making inquiries about how this amazing job on another continent just landed into Summer’s lap. She asked if he didn’t have faith in Summer’s abilities. He knew Summer was hired on merit, but he noted that Sally landed Summer’s old job, which she’d coveted. He also knew that just before Summer got this job offer, Sally flew to L.A. He asked what that trip was about. She said she went to visit some old friends. He found it unlikely that she still had friends in L.A. She said she also did some networking for Fenmore’s and JCV. She told him not to blame Summer’s departure on anyone else but himself, Summer, and his connection to Tara and Harrison. She left.

Lily entered the condo and reported that she’d put Katie on the bus to camp. She asked how Johnny was. Billy said he still had an upset stomach. He hoped he didn’t keep her up all night taking care of his son. As a mom of twins, she understood. He said Johnny seemed to have given up on trying to be brave. She was sorry to leave him alone to deal with all this. He didn’t mind, he was going to give Johnny fluids and he had a book of riddles to keep him amused. He wondered if Johnny was feeling sick because of all the changes going on around him. According to Billy, Johnny was a sensitive kid who internalized upheaval. He thought Johnny was feeling sick because Ashland moved into his mom’s and because he was asked to bring more things to the condo because this would be home base for awhile. Billy thought Johnny knew there was more going on than he was being told. Lily said all they could do was make Johnny feel as comfortable as possible and make this a safe haven for the kids.

Victoria came over to check on Johnny, because she got Billy’s text. Lily left for her meeting. Billy started to explain his thoughts on Johnny’s illness, but Victoria reminded him he’d already told her his theory. He thought his theory was proving itself to be true. She agreed, to an extent, and she planned to work hard to reassure Johnny that he was loved and that these changes weren’t for the worst despite everyone acting like she was making such a terrible mistake. Billy said he saw a different side of Locke yesterday, and Billy now thought he’d been was wrong to question her decision. She appreciated that. Now she just had to try and get her dad on board. He said he was here for her if she needed extra help with the kids or anything. She admitted sometimes things were a little tougher than she let on. He asked if she see a long term future with Locke if he wasn’t dying. He wasn’t judging, he was just curious.

Victoria came downstairs and announced that Johnny ate his crackers, which was a good sign. Billy thought that it was also good for Johnny to see Victoria. He noted that visiting Johnny had given her the perfect excuse to dodge his question. She admitted she’d hoped he’d let it go. She said what she had with Ashland stared off casually, but her feelings grew, and she was just as surprised as everyone else. It was different than her other relationships. It had a lot of depth to it. She didn’t want to take away from what she’d had with Billy, though. He understood. He acknowledged he and Ashland were nothing alike. He was sad that she and Ashland wouldn’t have much time together, because he could tell she was serious about him. She admitted that her relationship with Ashland might be more serious because their time was limited – the urgency had made it pretty powerful. Billy said he was happy if Victoria was. He marveled that they were all grown up.

Lily ran into Moses at the park, and he asked his sister for advice on Faith. He said they were good friends, and he wanted to be more. He asked if that made sense, and Lily said of course – Faith was great. He liked how Faith was open about everything she’d been through. She was smart, funny, and she thought he was funny too. She really understood him. Faith wanted to go slow, and he respected that, but he didn’t want to go so slow that he got friend-zoned. Lily thought he was already handling things well – he’d made it clear he was available, and he was respecting Faith’s wishes. She told him that going slow wasn’t the worst thing. He said it wasn’t the best either. She felt it was attractive and flattering when a guy took his time and got to know a woman. She said there were things he could do to show he cared without overstepping, like little gestures or surprises. He had an idea, and she told him to keep her posted. She left, and he called Devon.

Lily went home with spicy chicken soup for Billy and plain for Johnny. He told her he and Victoria had cleared some things up in a positive way. He thought Victoria actually met her match with Ashland. It was sad they wouldn’t get a happy ending, but he knew Victoria would treasure the time they had left. Billy felt lucky to have his soulmate sitting across from him.

Phyllis face timed Summer by the Grand Phoenix bar. Summer was eager to hear how everyone was doing. Phyllis thought that meant Summer wanted to know how Kyle was. Summer wanted to know how everyone was, but if Phyllis had information about Kyle, she wanted it. Phyllis stated that Tara was still ensconced at the Abbott house with her kid, like one of those scavenger fish that attached to the side of a whale. “Guess I was right about that one,” Summer grumbled. Phyllis promised the Abbotts would see Tara’s true colors very soon. Tara walked in while looking at her phone. Phyllis greeted Tara warmly. Tara was there for coffee because she’d just dropped Harrison off nearby. Phyllis asked Tara if she’d like to say hi to Summer. Tara politely declined and went to the lounge. Summer asked why Phyllis was being so sweet to Tara. Phyllis said she was just being civil, but Summer was sure she was up to something. Summer told Phyllis to leave it alone, because what happened was meant to happen. Summer wanted Phyllis to promise to drop it. Phyllis pretended she lost the connection and couldn’t hear or see Summer anymore. Summer knew her mom was lying, but Phyllis maintained the story and ended the call.

Phyllis went to Tara and apologized for what she said yesterday. “You mean when you accused me of trying to take sole custody from a dying man?” Tara asked. That was what Phyllis meant. She said she was sorry, she was just so concerned for all involved. She sympathized with Tara trying to protect her child from the pain of a dying parent. She confessed that she only pretended to befriend Tara. Tara said she didn’t understand. Phyllis said she was protective of Jack and Kyle, and she didn’t want them to get manipulated. Tara said she wasn’t doing that, and Phyllis said she knew that now. Phyllis saw things in a new light after yesterday, when Tara said they weren’t that different. She now realized she was projecting her past history onto Tara. Phyllis said she did some things she wasn’t proud of in the past, and she used to tell herself she was protecting people, but the truth was that she was just selfish. She once thought that was what Tara was doing with Kyle and Jack, but now she saw that she was wrong. Phyllis apologized and said she’d understand if Tara never wanted to talk to her again. Tara appreciated Phyllis coming clean. As a show of gratitude, Phyllis had some advice – avoid Sally like the plague.

Tara asked what Phyllis had against Sally. Phyllis said everyone knew Sally couldn’t be trusted and that she was only about herself. Phyllis whispered that she thought Sally had something to do with Summer’s sudden departure to Italy. Phyllis said ever since Sally came to town, she was antagonistic and competitive toward Summer. Sally walked in, and Phyllis told her to do with that advice what she would. She walked away. Sally asked what that was about, and Tara said it was nothing to worry about. Sally said Kyle thought she had something to do with Summer running off to Italy. Tara pointed out that Kyle was right. Sally said she didn’t do it alone, so she told Tara to talk to her man and tell him to back off. “If one of us goes down, the other follows,” Sally warned. They didn’t notice that Phyllis was watching them from a distance.

Tara went home, and Kyle noticed she looked rattled. She said she was fine, but he didn’t look so great. He told her that Ashland stormed in, made threats and accusations and stormed back out. Kyle said that with all the media speculation, it was inevitable that their son would find out about Ashland’s illness. Tara had told the parents of Harrison’s friend not to turn on the TV. She thought they needed to tell Harrison that AShland was sick. Kyle wasn’t sure how, and Tara reminded him that they’d done research, and he’d read all those books he bought on child grief. Kyle understood Ashland’s desire to be the one to tell Harrison. Tara suggested they go to lunch and talk it over.

Victoria and Ashland met at Society. He felt like Tara was avoiding him. Victoria wasn’t surprised. He felt strongly that he had to be the one to tell Harrison about his illness, and now it seemed like he wouldn’t even be able to do that. Victoria thought what Tara was doing was disgusting. She said no judge would take a dying man’s son from him. He didn’t think it was that simple. His attorneys thought Tara’s argument that his impending demise might be too disturbing for Harrison could sway a judge. Especially given that video from the park. Victoria said that video was taken out of context. She promised to help him fight Tara. She suggested that it might help his cause if he accepted treatment. “This whole situation is becoming unbearable!,” he snapped, slamming his hand on the table. The sound made Victoria jump. They looked up just in time to see Kyle and Tara staring at them.

Victoria advised ignoring Tara and Kyle. She didn’t want Ashland to do something he’d regret. He said he wouldn’t regret this. He went over and told Tara she’d been hiding from him. She countered that she was right in front of him. He told her this was her cruelest dirtiest move yet. She stated that she was trying to protect Harrison. She said he didn’t see the terror in Harrison’s eyes after the incident at the park. She said if he didn’t realize his condition would get worse, he was in deep denial or a fool. Victoria said Ashland was nobody’s fool, and Tara wasn’t very bright if she thought she could rip the boy from his father. Kyle noted that he was the biological father. He said Tara was just trying to protect her son. “You don’t know a damn thing about what she’s doing. You don’t know. I’m his father!” Ashland yelled. He had trouble breathing, and Victoria helped him calm down. Tara said Ashland was proving her point. She asked if he wanted to scar Harrison for life as he watched him fight to breathe. He warned her that this wasn’t over, and he wouldn’t let her steal his son. Ashland and Victoria left. Tara said she was scared of what Ashland would do next. Kyle thought Ashland was just lashing out and that he’d calm down and let the courts handle it. Tara said she was scared Ashland would come after her. He said they’d battle him together. She was grateful he was in her life. He vowed to keep their son safe, which included protecting her.

Tara couldn’t believe how easily Kyle calmed her nerves. It reminded her of NY. She knew it sounded strange because they’d been sneaking around, but it was easy compared to this. He remembered being careless and shady, they weren’t thinking about other people at all, just their next stolen moment together. She agreed, but she thought it was more than that. He noted that getting caught all these years later created a huge mess. She wondered if they should’ve ran away back then, like they’d always talked about. He wondered where they’d be now if they’d gone through with it. She was sure they would’ve landed in Paris. They’d be living on Avenue Montaigne with Harrison. She’d have grown her business, and he’d manage it. Harrison would be bilingual. They smiled about Harrison speaking French. Phyllis walked in and commented on them laughing and carrying on. She told them not to let her interrupt.

Ashland and Victoria went home. He admitted he let Tara and her lawyers get under his skin. He’d been feeling a little emotional these days. She said he didn’t have to apologize. He’d dealt with stress well all his life, but dealing with this all at once was starting to get to him. She said it was okay, they all knew he wasn’t 100%. A lesser man wouldn’t even be able to get out of bed. He thanked her for always knowing what to say. He was happy they found each other and that she was by his side. She felt the same way. He kissed her forehead, then they shared a kiss.

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Y&R Short Recap Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Eva Diaz

Daytime Soap Opera Short Recaps

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Moses asks Lily for advice on how to show Faith he is interested in her and still respect her wishes to take things slowly. Lily advises that he give Faith surprises to show her that he is interested in her and will wait until she is ready to have a serious relationship.

Victor congratulates Victoria on the merger and she tells him that Ashland is living with her. Victor worries that Victoria will be hurt when Ashland dies but Victoria assures him she knows what she is doing and she won’t be hurt.

Kyle tells Sally he knows that she went to Los Angeles just before Summer got her job offer. Sally later tells Tara that Kyle is starting to suspect about Summer’s sudden job offer and if one of them goes down for the scheme the other will go down too. Phyllis overhears their conversation and is happy she has figured out their connection but she needs solid proof. Phyllis continues to act like she is Sally and Tara’s friend so they can trust her enough to slip up and admit what they did to Summer.

Billy and Victoria have a long talk and Billy realizes that Victoria loves Ashland and he feels badly that Victoria doesn’t have much time left with Ashland. Nikki manages to persuade Victor that Victoria knows what she is doing with Ashland and all she wants is to be happy with him for the time he has left. Ashland has another shortness of breath episode while he argues with Tara about Harrison’s custody.

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GH Transcript Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Posted on July 21, 2021July 22, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Finn: Hey, sweetheart! Are you and your team ready for some snacks?

Violet: Mm-hmm. We’re starving.

Finn: Yeah, a big-time game of T-ball will do that to you. Okay, here you go. Have at it.

Violet: These aren’t snacks, Daddy. They’re too healthy.

Finn: Well, I’m a doctor, remember? I believe in a healthy snack.

Violet: My team is going to hate me.

Finn: Oh. Well, we don’t want that.

Elizabeth: I hope it’s okay. I brought Aiden’s cupcakes for your team’s snack!

Violet: Thank you, Aunt Elizabeth!

Finn: Yes. Thank you, Aunt Elizabeth. You saved my life.

Hopkins: Why are you so interested in my sister? What the hell is this? Aah!

Valentin: Move, and I break your wrist.

Anna: Alright. I want you to tell me about the baby your sister helped kidnap and the father, Peter August.

[ Telephones ringing in distance ]

[ Jordan sighs ]

Laura: Jordan. How are Alexis and Shawn doing?

Jordan: And good evening to you, too, Mayor Collins. They’re both in the interrogation room making a few phone calls to loved ones.

Laura: You’ll need to cut that short.

Alexis: Yes, I’m absolutely sure.

Molly: But, Mom —

Alexis: Don’t “but, Mom” me. I mean it. And the same thing goes for — for Kristina and Sam. The three of you, there’s nothing that you can do at this juncture. And if anything changes, I’ll let you know.

TJ: Is my dad with her?

Alexis: Yeah — uh, yeah. Tell TJ that — that he’s right here, and — and I’m going to hand the phone over. But I want to say one more thing. You have fun tonight and — and don’t worry about me for a second, and I love you.

Molly: I love you, too.

Alexis: Okay, here.

Shawn: Hey, TJ, you there?

TJ: You’re going to tell me the same thing Alexis told Molly?

Shawn: You got that right. Look, you and Molly enjoy yourselves. If I get any updates on my situation, you’ll be the first to know.

TJ: It’ll be good news. I know it.

Shawn: [ Sighs ] I hope so. See you soon, son.

TJ: See you soon, Dad.

Shawn: Ah, TJ’s hopes are up so high. He’s gonna be devastated if I get sent back to Pentonville.

Alexis: I think it might be unavoidable. For both of us.

TJ: Should we take our parents’ advice and spend the evening having fun?

Molly: Well, that was our intent when we came here. And it does make sense. I mean, after tonight, I may never see you again. You’ll be so busy doing rotations at the hospital, Dr. Ashford.

TJ: And you will be studying for the bar exam, Counselor Lansing-Davis, while continuing to work for the D.A. So let’s eat, drink, and indulge in each other while we can.

Molly: Oh! Did you order Champagne?

TJ: I’m afraid that is not in my budget. You have the wrong table.

Waitress: The Champagne is from the gentleman at the bar.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Cam: Hey, do you need more sunscreen?

Josslyn: Oh. Yeah, actually. That’d be great. I can feel myself starting to roast.

Cam: Do you want me to…?

Josslyn: Please.

Spencer: Watch the hands, townie.

Josslyn: Spencer?

Spencer: Live and in person.

Josslyn: [ Chuckles ] Um, how are you? What made you decide to grace us with your presence? It’s been forever.

Spencer: I thought it would be forever until you two got together. How’d that happen?

Cam: Just lucky, I guess.

Josslyn: Mm.

Cam: So, how long you in town for?

Spencer: Oh, I’m back for good.

Anna: Well, I’m confused. I don’t know — I don’t understand. You just said that you were hired by Peter to take him off the roof at G.H.

Hopkins: That was the plan. But I couldn’t get the chopper close enough, so I had to abort.

Anna: If you didn’t airlift him out, how did he escape?

Hopkins: I have no idea. And I’m done. You have any more questions, talk to my lawyer. I don’t have to tell you or you squat.

Valentin: You’re not making your life any easier by walking out, chopper-head. In fact, you’re making your life a hell of a lot worse.

Anna: Because you have one shot to help yourself. Mr. Hopkins, are you listening? I need you to tell me what happened to Peter August.

Valentin: I think you agreed to work for Peter August ’cause your sister asked you to.

Anna: And the money was good. We know he wired you funds.

Valentin: So you can talk nice with us here, or we can charge you with obstruction of justice.

Anna: Have you fingerprinted. I don’t think the New York Methodist is going to be all that happy to have one of their medevac pilots arrested. Come on. Come on! What happened on the roof?

Hopkins: I couldn’t land. The hospital wouldn’t give me clearance.

Anna: So how did Peter escape?

Hopkins: All I know is that August told me he’d be alone on the hospital roof, but he wasn’t.

Violet: My cousin Aiden made cupcakes!

[ Children clamoring ]

Finn: You just made my daughter’s day.

Elizabeth: Oh, well, I’m happy to help. Aiden actually made them for his Little League team, so I set some aside, because I remember you saying that you’re responsible for the team snack.

Finn: Mm-hmm. And you figured I’d bring something like orange slices and carrot sticks.

Elizabeth: Mm, something like that.

[ Both laugh ]

Finn: Well, thank you for saving me from a week of my daughter not speaking to me. Too bad our other problem isn’t as easily solved.

Elizabeth: You can’t stop thinking about it, can you?

Finn: I’m funny that way when I… kill someone and hide them in the hospital freezer.

Elizabeth: Well, you didn’t do it alone, Finn.

Finn: I wish to god I had.

Cam: Well, last I heard, you were taking a gap year, touring the world.

Spencer: I didn’t realize you kept up with my activities.

Cam: Grandma gives me the updates.

Spencer: Mm.

Cam: And Aiden is all kinds of jealous. You know, with your studying in France, I’m sure he would love to study pastry cooking in Paris.

Spencer: [ Chuckles ] My school didn’t offer culinary courses. It was more focused on the traditional curriculum — languages, mathematics — and the extracurriculars, of course — riding, theater.

Cam: Oh, yeah. Grandma said you were the lead in every show.

Spencer: She exaggerates. I was the lead in most of them.

Cam: Mm.

Josslyn: Mm-hmm. So, Spencer, how’s your tennis game?

Spencer: Better than ever. Yours?

Josslyn: Oh, well, I focus more on volleyball now.

Spencer: Mm, such a waste.

Josslyn: Excuse me?

Spencer: Volleyball is a team sport. Wouldn’t you rather shine as an individual?

Josslyn: Mm, no, I’d rather play the sport I love.

Spencer: Mm. Well, if you ever want to get back into tennis, I’m more than happy to give you a tutorial. I won’t bother asking you, Cam. You swing a racket like a sledgehammer.

Cam: Oh, thank you.

Josslyn: [ Chuckles ] Wow. You have not changed.

Spencer: Did you want me to?

Josslyn: No. What I’d like for you to do is… cool off.

Spencer: Oh —

Cam: [ Laughs ]

Josslyn: [ Laughs ]

Spencer: Ah.

Cam: Well, Spencer’s still annoying.

Josslyn: Oh, I don’t even think he can help it.

Trina: Who’s this annoying Spencer you guys are talking about?

Josslyn: Oh.

Cam: He’s an old friend. “Friend” might be stretching it.

Josslyn: No, Spencer is most definitely a friend. I mean, we’ve known him since before you were even in Port Charles.

Trina: Mm, well, I can’t wait to meet him.

Josslyn: Well, you know what? I think this might just be the perfect opportunity for that. Trina Robinson, Spencer Cassadine.

Nikolas: I don’t want to interrupt your night out.

TJ: You ordered the champagne. It’s only fair you share it with us.

Molly: And congratulate TJ and me on our domestic partnership.

Nikolas: I’m really happy the two of you made things official.

Molly: Thank you. And not to be a downer, but I hear that you and Ava are dealing with a stalker. The PCPD keeps the D.A.’s office posted.

Nikolas: Oh, I’m glad they’re taking it seriously. Any news on your mom? I saw her a couple times early on, but I haven’t been able to visit lately, which is remiss on my part.

TJ: Guess he hasn’t heard.

Nikolas: Heard what? Well, please tell me you have good news.

Molly: Well, it — it wasn’t good for a while. In fact, it was torture for my mom. She was locked up in solitary.

Shawn: Jordan told me someone leaked to the press about the investigation into Judge Carson’s sentencing bias.

Alexis: Is that good or bad for us?

Shawn: I doubt it’ll make a difference in my case. I pled guilty to shooting Hayden Barnes. I’ll probably end up back in Pentonville.

Alexis: After everything Jordan’s done for you, why would you say that?

Shawn: Because I know how the system works — slowly, very slowly. The investigation into the judge could take years. And in the end, they could determine that Carson did nothing wrong.

Alexis: Carson’s the one that should be in Pentonville, not you.

Shawn: Well, thanks for the support. But I worry more about you.

Alexis: [ Sighs, clears throat ] I’ll be okay as long as they don’t put me back in solitary. Honestly, I-I can’t do that. That was humbling. I-I mean, I was not prepared for that. That’s a tiny cell and — and — and no —

[ Door opens ]

Alexis: What happened? Any news?

Spencer: Sorry I’m all wet, but my old pal Josslyn is still a prankster.

Trina: Mm.

Spencer: What was your name again? Tina?

Trina: Trina.

Josslyn: Oh, uh, Trina, you actually have a connection to Spencer. Trina works at Ava’s art gallery, and Spencer here is Ava’s stepson.

Spencer: Not for much longer. Ava and my father are splitting up. Soon he’ll just be my father, and Ava won’t be my anything.

Josslyn: Mm, Spencer hasn’t forgiven Ava for forcing his dad into marriage.

Trina: Mm.

Josslyn: Spencer has been in France at boarding school for the past — I don’t know how many years.

Trina: Boarding school? France? You’re just full of surprises. I bet you left a trail of broken hearts behind.

Josslyn: Oh, well, he hasn’t taken the time to fill us in on his love life. But, uh, don’t get any ideas about Trina, okay, because she is all about her mystery man.

Trina: Victor. But he’s never met Cam or Joss. And when he and I took a selfie on his phone, he never sent it to me to show them. I wonder why.

Cam: Joss and I are starting to believe that this Victor guy doesn’t even exist.

Trina: It’s no great loss. I thought Victor was cool. Turns out he’s a total jerk.

TJ: To my beautiful, intelligent, and courageous domestic partner, for exposing Judge Carson’s bias to the world.

Molly: Well, my mom deserves credit for researching the judge and her biased sentences. And Martin Grey got the recording of Judge Carson admitting that she sentences people of color more harshly than she does white people.

Nikolas: Your mom must be incredibly proud.

Molly: Yeah, well, proud of me and relieved to be out of Pentonville. TJ’s mom made an arrangement to transfer my mom to the PCPD lockup for the time being.

Nikolas: God. I wish I’d known about the tough time that Alexis was going through.

Molly: Hopefully the worst is over.

TJ: Now that Judge Carson’s biases have been leaked to the press, the Attorney General’s office is under pressure to start an investigation.

Nikolas: Is there a chance that Alexis could go free?

Alexis: When the two of you get all sphinx-like, I get nervous. Are Shawn and I going back to Pentonville?

Shawn: Is this about the media leak you mentioned?

Laura: Uh, let’s just say that the Attorney General has called me to let me know that she is going to make the investigation into Judge Carson her top priority.

Alexis: Great. Do you know who leaked the story so I can send them flowers?

Shawn: Oh, I’m sure they have no idea.

Jordan: Well, Judge Carson’s rulings are in public record, so the leak could have come from anyone.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Jordan: It’s the A.G.

Laura: I told her to call you from now on. So, um… the A.G. and the governor are both very nervous about the amount of press around Judge Carson.

Shawn: Well, that’s good for us, right?

Laura: Not necessarily. That’s why I wanted to talk to you first, before you talk to your kids, before you get anybody’s hopes up. It’s just that I know how politicians operate. They need to talk out every single issue, and sometimes, it takes months. Even years. I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. But it is still a waiting game.

Anna: There was another person on the roof with Peter?

Hopkins: Yeah. I was supposed to take only August to Pautuck. This other person could have implicated me in August’s escape, so I was relieved when G.H. wouldn’t give me the clearance to land.

Anna: Can you describe this other person that was on the roof?

Elizabeth: Finn, you really need to hear me when I say I don’t regret in the least helping you hide Peter’s body.

Violet: Hi.

Finn: Oh, wow. Let me get that for you.

Elizabeth: Looks like Aiden’s cupcakes are popular!

Violet: Mm-hmm. My team voted that he should make them for all our games.

Elizabeth: Oh, well, you’ll have to ask him if he wants to.

Violet: Okay.

Finn: Hey, are you ready? It’s almost your turn to bat.

Violet: Um, can you show me one more time just in case?

Finn: Yeah, yeah. Come here. Let’s do this right here. We’re gonna do it just like we practiced, okay? See, you take the bat. We’ve got our feet — we got our feet kind of shoulder-width apart like that. Stay like that. Uh, grip up a little bit here. Alright, and then we keep the eye on the ball. We imagine the ball right in front of us, right? And who are we looking at? Are we looking at the other players?

Violet: No.

Finn: No. Are we looking at the coach?

Violet: No way. We’re looking at the ball.

Finn: That’s right. We’re keeping our eye on the ball. We’re looking at the ball all the way in. And when everything feels right in the universe, we’re gonna swing. We’re gonna swing nice and level with our eye on the ball, okay? Just like that. That is perfect, right? You ready?

Violet: Thank you, Daddy. I’m ready now.

Finn: Alright, sweetie. I love you. Go get a hit.

Elizabeth: I wish we could watch our kids’ games all summer long.

Finn: Me, too. Without having to worry about a body in a freezer.

Elizabeth: And no way to get him out without someone seeing us.

Spencer: I seem to be, uh, dripping. Trina, you want to come tell me a little bit about, uh, Ava’s gallery?

Trina: Sure, why not?

Spencer: Right. Excuse us.

Josslyn: Do you think that Spencer is interested in Trina?

Cam: Well, if he is, he’s got a tough hill to climb. She doesn’t seem interested at all.

Josslyn: Yeah, I know. You know, Trina seemed mad at Spencer, which is strange since they’ve never met. But, you know, then again, you don’t really need to know Spencer for very long for him to rub you the wrong way.

Cam: As long as you’re not interested in Spencer, I don’t really care what Trina thinks.

Josslyn: Jealous already? Don’t you know? You were always the guy I wanted the most when we were kids.

Spencer: Trina, I am so sorry about lying to you —

Trina: I’m not interested in your apology, Spencer. I just lied by omission to my best friends because of you. Why would you pretend to be some guy named Victor? And before you lie again, you should know I’m very perceptive. If I suspect you’re being anything less than truthful, I’ll tell Cam and Joss all about how we really met.

Molly: In a perfect world, yeah, Mom would go free.

Nikolas: But this isn’t a perfect world.

Molly: Well, in Mom’s case, her sentence makes sense for the crime that she pled guilty to. I mean, she nearly killed Dante.

TJ: Which she admitted to.

Molly: Yeah. I-I just hope that Mom doesn’t have to go back to Pentonville.

TJ: It sounds like Judge Carson has influence with the deputy warden who’s in a position to make things difficult for Alexis.

Molly: Well, technically speaking, Mom did have an altercation with a guard. But, I mean, you guys know my mom. She’s not a very physical person, so it couldn’t have been much.

TJ: Alexis still got sent to solitary, and not just for a few hours. She was there for three days.

Nikolas: If I can help in any way…

TJ: Well, the thing is, Alexis didn’t go after Judge Carson on her own behalf. She did it for my dad. She was trying to get him out of prison.

Nikolas: Is there — is there a chance that Shawn could be released?

Laura: The governor is going to wait until the investigation reaches a conclusion, and then he’ll take action.

Shawn: But what about Alexis? She shouldn’t have to go back to Pentonville. The deputy warden is definitely biased against her. There’s no other explanation for a three-day sentence in solitary for such a minor infraction.

Alexis: What did the Attorney General say?

Jordan: A lot. Said your sentence is suitable for your crime, meaning you won’t go free. However, you won’t be returning to Pentonville.

Laura: Thank goodness.

Shawn: Well, that’s good news.

Alexis: That depends. Where am I being sent?

Jordan: Spring Ridge.

Alexis: I know that place. That facility’s right outside of Port Charles, and I advocated for my clients to be sent there.

Jordan: Spring Ridge has a low prison population with nonviolent inmates.

Alexis: Lots of opportunity to volunteer there.

Shawn: The guys at Pentonville called it a spa with guards.

Laura: Congratulations, Alexis. You’ll be much more comfortable there.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Laura: Oh. Oh, my goodness. Speak of the devil. It’s the governor. Excuse me.

Shawn: You don’t look very happy.

Alexis: No —

Shawn: I guess a prison is still a prison.

Alexis: I’m — I’m happy, and I’m really grateful. What about you and what about the others like you that were unfairly sentenced by Carson? I actually committed the crime I’m being sentenced for. You didn’t. And I’m benefiting. It’s not fair.

Elizabeth: So, how do we get Peter out now that the Cameras in the stairwell are working?

Finn: Thought we might borrow a gurney and a… body bag from the morgue, get Peter out of the hospital, and dump him in a landfill. Hey, sweetie, you got this!

Elizabeth: Yes, go, Violet, go!

Finn: Alright? Keep your eye on the ball!

Elizabeth: At least in a landfill, his body will decompose quickly.

Finn: Listen to us talking about another human being like this. A human being who I killed.

Elizabeth: Yeah, who deserved to die. You did the world a favor by pushing Peter down the stairs. He can’t terrorize anyone else.

Finn: I’m not sure the authorities are gonna agree with you.

[ Bat hits ball ]

Finn: That’s it!

Elizabeth: Yes, Violet! Run!

Finn: That’s it! Go! First! Go to first! You got it!

Elizabeth: Run, Violet! Run, run!

Finn: You got it! Yes! Yes! Yes! Keep going!

Elizabeth: [ Laughs ]

Hopkins: I was distracted. I was attempting an unauthorized landing and was taking all kinds of heat for it.

Anna: Male, female? Height, build?

Hopkins: Male, tall.

Valentin: Was he dressed like a hospital employee?

Hopkins: He was dressed in street clothes.

Anna: Okay, what — jeans, t-shirt?

Hopkins: A suit, like… blue or gray. Uh… I thought he was one of you guys.

Anna: A detective? No. What else can you tell us?

Elizabeth: Yay! Good job!

Finn: Yeah! Good one!

Violet: I got the hit.

Finn: I saw. I was watching. Your hit was spectacular,

Violet: I did it just like you showed me.

Finn: Yeah, I know. You kept your bat level, and you kept your eye on the ball, and you ran so fast to first base.

Violet: The running was all me.

Finn: I know it was. But you know what? Game’s still going on. There’s no left fielder. Your teammates need you.

Violet: I’m glad you’re here, Daddy. I got the hit because of you.

Elizabeth: Aw, hey, what am I, chopped liver?

Violet: I’m glad you’re here, too, Aunt Elizabeth. This is my best game ever so far.

Finn: Ooh.

Violet: I love you.

Finn: Oh, I love you, too, sweetheart. I love you to the moon and back. Okay? You go get ’em, alright? Go get a hit.

Elizabeth: Good job, Dad.

Valentin: So, how old was this guy? What color was his hair?

Hopkins: His hair was dark. I’m not sure about his age.

Valentin: Dark. Was it long, short?

Hopkins: Long, ish.

Valentin: In a ponytail?

Hopkins: To his collar maybe.

Valentin: Anything else you could tell us, anything distinctive?

Hopkins: All I remember is that August was with a guy on the hospital roof. That’s it. Can I go home now? Oh, what is this?

Anna: You aided and abetted a murderer.

Hopkins: What are you talking about? I was contracted to fly a client. I didn’t even pick him up! I’ve done nothing!

Valentin: Peter August was implicated in a string of murders. We can prove that you’ve received money to help him escape. That’s a serious offense, certainly one that’s arrestable.

Anna: Okay, thanks, guys.

Hopkins: This is crazy! You got no proof! ‘Cause I did nothing!

Valentin: Do we believe him?

Anna: What, about the other person on the roof? I don’t know why he would make something like that up.

Valentin: I agree with you. But if Peter has another ally aside from the helicopter pilot and the nurse, that’s someone we know nothing about.

Cam: Something to cool us down?

Josslyn: Thank you. Huh. You know, Spencer and Trina seem to have a lot to talk about.

Cam: Yeah, well, Spencer has a lot to talk about with anybody.

Josslyn: Hmm.

Cam: And the only person I want to talk to is you.

Spencer: I honestly didn’t mean to mislead you.

Trina: You have no right to use the word “honestly” in a sentence. And who the hell is Victor anyway?

Spencer: My great uncle.

Trina: And why would you pretend not to know my best friends? And my boss? Why would you pretend not to know Ava?

Spencer: It’s complicated.

Trina: Is this the start of another stall? Don’t bother. Cam and Joss are right over there.

Spencer: Okay. Okay. I lied because I didn’t want my father to know I was back in Port Charles.

Trina: Why not?

Spencer: For three years, he let me believe he was dead. When he resurfaced, I didn’t take it well. And when he married Ava, I didn’t take that well, either.

Trina: Why did you even bother coming back?

Spencer: Because Dad is divorcing Ava. I wanted to show my support, but I wasn’t sure how he’d feel about me, so I laid low for a while.

Trina: He knows you’re back now?

Spencer: And he’s really happy I’m home. If he knew that I waited a few days before seeing him, it could destroy all of the progress that we’ve made towards fixing our relationship.

Molly: Shawn only pled guilty because he thought he shot Hayden Barnes. But he didn’t. Hayden was shot by someone else. No one knows who. Shawn was literally in the wrong place at the wrong time.

TJ: Diane miller plans to assemble a legal team to have Hayden Barnes’ shooting reopened and prove my dad wasn’t responsible. But my dad keeps telling me it’s going to take time. A lot of time. So we shouldn’t get our hopes up.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Molly: Or maybe we should.

Alexis: Thank you for letting me text Molly the news.

Jordan: Yeah.

Shawn: You just made her night out with TJ even sweeter.

Jordan: Well, let’s hope the next text is to TJ from Shawn.

Shawn: That won’t be for a while.

Laura: I wouldn’t be so sure about that.

Jordan: The governor?

Laura: Yes. The national press picked up the story about Judge Carson and her biased sentencing.

Alexis: I’m sure the governor was thrilled about that.

Laura: That’s why he was calling me. He told me he was going to make Shawn’s case his priority.

Alexis: Uh, w-what does that mean? A priority in politics, is that five years instead of five days.

Laura: Let me finish.

Shawn: Remember what I said about patience.

Jordan: Oh, I’m with Alexis. What did the governor say about Shawn?

Anna: What makes you think that this person on the roof with Peter is an ally?

Valentin: Okay, that’s interesting. Well, the hospital was searched from top to bottom. Everybody that was there the day that Peter escaped has been interviewed, so if this man isn’t an ally, why hasn’t he come forward?

Anna: Okay. So who is this person?

Valentin: I don’t know. Could be anybody. Could be affiliated with the hospital. Maybe not. But this man did meet Peter on the roof. Peter is Faison’s son. He has access to any number of support personnel. Could be a courier. Or maybe he was the one facilitating Peter’s escape.

Anna: Then why bother with Hopkins?

Finn: That’s it, Violet. Keep your eye on the batter. That’s it, sweetheart.

[ Bat hits ball ]

Finn: The thought that someone could have seen what happened with Peter keeps me up at night.

Elizabeth: If someone had seen you, they would have come forward by now. Yes, Violet, you got this!

Finn: You know, Anna could find a witness that the police missed. And if Peter’s body is discovered and traced back to me… it’d be devastating to Violet. I’ve — I’ve tried really hard to provide her with a sense of security and stability. Her mom’s been off the radar for a year and a half now.

Elizabeth: I still can’t believe that Hayden would voluntarily abandon Violet for so long. Finn… if something were to happen, if — if you were to get arrested, I want you to know that the boys and I would take care of Violet.

Finn: Thank you. Thank you. But what if someone saw you helping me hide Peter’s body?

Elizabeth: If they did, then why haven’t they said something? We just have to have faith that we’re in the clear. We can continue on with our lives and not let Peter take that away from us.

Laura: I saved the best for last. The governor has decided to commute your sentence to time served.

Shawn: Okay. W-what’s the catch? Uh, how long will the paperwork take?

Jordan: I mean, it can take weeks, sometimes months.

Laura: But in this case, the paperwork has already been handled. So effective immediately, you’re a free man!

Alexis: Oh. Oh! Oh! Gosh!

Shawn: [ Laughter ]

TJ: Congratulations, Mols.

Nikolas: I think we should order another bottle of Champagne to celebrate Alexis’ move out from Pentonville.

Molly: Well, I’m only sorry that her text didn’t include any news about your dad.

TJ: My dad should have never been denied parole when it came up a few months ago. They said he was a model prisoner.

Molly: TJ and I were convinced that Shawn would be out in time to see TJ graduate from med school.

Spencer: Is there any chance that you can forgive me for lying to you?

Trina: For a while, I wasn’t talking to my dad. And when I finally did, it felt really good.

Spencer: So you understand why I didn’t tell him that I was back in Port Charles at first?

Trina: I get the anger. But do you really work at the Savoy?

Spencer: Um… no.

Trina: Then why were you there the night of my graduation party?

Spencer: I was thinking of telling Cam and Joss that I was back in town. But then when you came in all bloody and stuff, I realized that the timing wasn’t right.

Trina: Why did you pretend not to know Ava?

Spencer: Ava couldn’t know about my return, either. She would’ve told my dad.

Trina: And your mom?

Spencer: I would never lie about her. Ask Cam and Joss. Better yet, look her up online. Courtney Matthews. She died the day I was born.

Trina: I’m sorry. I just don’t know what to believe about you anymore.

Spencer: I get it. I do. And I’m really sorry. And if you want to tell Ava and Cam and Joss that I pretended to be some guy named Victor, I’ll understand.

Trina: But you don’t want me to, do you? You want me to trust you.

Josslyn: Okay, what’s going on? You two have been in intense conversation forever.

Jordan: Hey. Mm.

Shawn: Thank you. I know you did a lot to convince the governor to commute my sentence, but what about all the other inmates of color Carson handed unfair sentences to?

Laura: Don’t worry, the governor is going to speed up the process of reviewing all of the sentencing. Uh, it’s going to be a long road. But I’m very glad it began with you.

Alexis: You are amazing. Did you promise the governor your firstborn son?

Laura: [ Chuckles ] No, I merely pointed out that his poll numbers might slip if he didn’t correct this horrible injustice. He is coming up for election.

Jordan: Mm. Finally, a politically savvy move that also achieves justice.

Alexis: You deserve this. You have been a model prisoner. You — you’ve been a rock star with the other inmates. And god knows you saved my life and my sanity.

Shawn: And you saved mine. Now I need to call TJ.

Jordan: Wait, wait, wait. I have a better idea.

Trina: Spencer and I were just talking about…art. He’s really interested in my job at Ava’s gallery.

Cam: Mm. I could see the movie title now — “Spencer Cassadine, Man of the World.”

Spencer: And I can see yours — sorry. What are your interests, besides Josslyn?

Cam: Mm, that’s — that’s funny. Mm. On that note, I think I’m going to head out. Can’t be late for work.

Josslyn: Yeah, I have a P.T. appointment. I have to work on my ankle. Um, can I give you a ride?

Trina: Thanks, but I think I’ll stick around.

Cam: Mm, have more to talk to Spencer about art?

Josslyn: Uh, call me later.

Cam: Welcome back. It’s good to see you.

Spencer: Thanks for keeping my secret.

Trina: I’m just glad you and your dad are talking again. But so we’re clear, lie to me again, and I’m out, and so’s your secret.

TJ: I suppose if there were good news about my dad, I would have heard by now.

Molly: I’m sorry.

Nikolas: So am I. I have some calls to make, so I’m going to say goodbye. Enjoy your night out.

Molly: Well, thank you for the champagne and the good wishes.

Nikolas: Least I can do.

TJ: I don’t believe it. What?

TJ: You’re out.

Shawn: A free man.

[ Both laugh ]

Shawn: It’s good to see you. Good to see you.

TJ: [ Laughs ]

Alexis: Mmm. Compared to the swill they serve in Pentonville, you have — have no idea. This tastes like the perfect café au lait from a sidewalk cafe in Paris.

Laura: [ Chuckles ] I’m sorry things have been so hard on you.

Alexis: Oh, Laura, you have no idea.

Laura: Mm.

Alexis: I cannot thank you enough for intervening in Shawn’s case.

Laura: Oh, please. It was you and Molly and — and Martin did all the heavy lifting.

Alexis: And Nikola– Nikolas gets credit for an assist, because he saved me from Cyrus Renault’s people. And I don’t even know how to thank him.

Laura: Mm. Well, his methods were dubious, but it was for a worthy cause.

Alexis: You have to admit, Nikolas has really redeemed himself.

Laura: [ Sighs ] It’s a huge relief to be able to recognize my own son again. I only wish that he and Ava didn’t have to deal with this stalker in their life. But anyway, you’re right. You’re right. My son has turned into the good man that I always knew he was.

Nikolas: Congratulations on the release, Shawn. Well-deserved.

Shawn: Thank you. Yeah, freedom feels good.

Jordan: Well, what’s the first thing you’re going to do to celebrate?

TJ: Champagne?

Molly: Ooh, the Metro Court’s filet mignon?

Shawn: I wouldn’t say no to either, but my focus will be to repay my debt to Hayden Barnes. Someone tried to kill her, and they came damn close. I’m going to find out who.

Finn: Hey!

Violet: I caught the ball!

Finn: I saw! You won the game for your team! I’m so proud of you.

Elizabeth: Your cousins will be so impressed.

Violet: Can I go celebrate with my team and coach?

Finn: Of course, sweetheart. I’m gonna be right here. Okay? That’s the most important thing in the world to me. I owe her love and security. I owe her everything. And for her sake, I’m going to keep going. It’s not fair to ask you to —

Elizabeth: Finn, I’m not going anywhere. We’ll deal with this together.

Anna: If Peter had someone waiting to transport him, why would he book a helicopter to fly him out of there?

Valentin: Diversion? Contingency plan?

Anna: No, no, no, no, ’cause why would he go to the roof if he wasn’t going to board the helicopter?

Valentin: Well, Peter’s walls were coming in. He’d killed Franco. He’d arranged for Maxie’s abduction, his child to disappear. He needed to get out of G.H. He needed to disappear himself. But if Peter’s helicopter couldn’t land, then that just leaves our mystery man on the roof.

Anna: Yeah, you’re right. No, that person’s very important. But there’s something that we’re — we’re — we’re not seeing clearly. You know? Something doesn’t add up.

On the next “General Hospital” —

Chase (to Willow): I can’t be your husband.

Britt: It’s so good to see you!

Nikolas (to Jordan): Can you be more specific?

Terry (to Portia): The only place to be is at the Savoy.

Ava (to Trina): How’s the new guy?

Curtis (to Johnny): You gotta say what you want even if you might lose what you have.

Sasha (to Michael): I’m just not sure I want him to be.

Stella (to Shawn): Get out of my way.

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Sutton: This is sutton.

Victor: Hey, sutton. Have you had a chance to review my proposal?

Sutton: Well, I have been wondering whether or not you can be trusted.

Victor: This is a straightforward deal — quid pro quo, alright? I give you amanda’s letter from her father, the content of which could lead to your downfall.

Sutton: And in return?

Victor: In return, you do me a favor one day without fail. The clock is ticking.

[ Cellphone vibrates ]

Adam: Talking to anyone interesting?

Victor: Uh, no, just talked to an old friend.

Adam: I wanted to brainstorm some ideas about newman media’s marketing strategy, if you have time.

Victor: Would you mind if we did that another day? I just have too many things on my mind right now, okay?

Nikki: Everything alright?

Adam: [ Sighs ] He, um — he seems preoccupied. You have any idea what’s going on?

Nikki: No, I don’T. Have you heard from chelsea?

Adam: Yeah, I got an update from her a little while ago. Anita is on the mend — slowly.

Nikki: I suppose the better question is, how is connor?

Adam: He’s happy to be having all this time alone with his mother. He’s a little curious why rey is tagging along, but I told him, since I couldn’t be there, I was sending somebody I trusted.

Nikki: Not far from the truth.

Adam: Yeah. I’m actually glad rey is there. It’s probably safer for everyone.

Nikki: My thoughts exactly.

Adam: You know, you don’t have to do this whole nice conversation thing every time we run into each other. I know what you think of me.

Nikki: I might surprise you.

Devon: Hey, why don’t you try and sit down?

Amanda: No, I can’T.

Devon: Will you do it for me at least? ‘Cause you’ve said yourself, these things take time.

Amanda: For you.

Devon: Thanks.

Amanda: I just… victor should’ve met with sutton by now. I need an update. I need something. How can you be so calm?

Devon: Because I know victor newman, and I know if he says he’s gonna do something, he’s gonna do it. Just have to be patient.

Amanda: No, I can’T. I can’t wait any longer, okay? I just — I need something. I need to — I need to figure out what is happening right now. I —

Devon: Just —

[ Knock on door ]

Imani: We’ve got a problem.

[ Cellphone chimes ]

Abby: I just got a text from mariah.

Tessa: She texted — mariah.

Sharon: I just got a text from her, also.

Abby: We should compare the messages that she sent us.

Sharon: Yeah, maybe we can figure out what’s going on. (Vo) imagine a visibly healthier pet in 28 days.

Abby: Mariah’s text to me says, “I was feeling overwhelmed with everyone’s constant concern about my health.”

Tessa: Okay, her text to me says, “extending my exploratory business trip. Just needed a break.”

Sharon: Well, her message to me says, “I had to get away from feeling smothered. I’m sorry for keeping everyone guessing.”

Abby: Okay, well, at least the lines of communication are open and she’s being honest. That’s good.

Tessa: Yeah, and she says that she just needs space. “Love, mariah.”

Abby: Well, there’s more to the message that she sent me. She says that she promises that she’ll be back before our next doctor’s appointment, that she’s doing fine and she’s taking good care of herself and the baby. And she said, “your child isn’t giving me too much grief yet.”

[ Laughs ]

Sharon: Well, that’s a relief.

Abby: I feel so bad that she felt so suffocated that she felt like she had to leave town. When she comes back, that can’t happen again.

Tessa: Yeah, absolutely.

Sharon: 100%.

Nikki: Now that you’re living on the property, little honesty can’t hurt.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] Are you sure about that?

Nikki: You and I have a difficult history.

Adam: Well, if we’re gonna be honest, uh, let’s not mince words. We haven’t liked each other very much. Actually, at all.

Nikki: That’s accurate. But the way you have been trying to improve has not gone unnoticed.

Adam: I’m just trying to do the right thing.

Nikki: Well, my first instinct was to keep a very close eye on you, just in case.

Adam: What, just in case it was all an act?

Nikki: Wouldn’t be the first time. But apparently, I was wrong about you.

Adam: It takes a lot to admit that.

Nikki: Your desire to improve yourself seems sincere, and i know how difficult it is to change. Trust me. I respect the effort you’re making.

Adam: I’m just trying every day to be a better man, a loving father, dedicated son. But a lot of this is uncharted territory for me. Sometimes I wish that I had a road map.

Nikki: Well, you have an entire family invested in your success. If you should happen to get lost, there will always be somebody there to put you back on the right path.

Adam: Well, that is very good to know.

Nikki: I am rooting for you.

Adam: Thank you, nikki. That means a lot.

Nikki: But know this — if you ever start to backslide or you put any one of us in danger, you will go right back to being enemy number one.

Adam: I learned a long time ago to never underestimate you.

Nikki: Good. Keep it that way.

Amanda: Slow down, okay? Just tell me what the problem is.

Imani: I dropped by mom’s room before I came over here, and I knocked repeatedly. There was no response. She’s gone.

Amanda: Okay, imani, it’s not like she disappeared.

Devon: I’m sure she’s fine.

Imani: Well, I looked everywhere I could think of, i called her, texted her a dozen times. No response.

Devon: Why would she leave after agreeing to let amanda represent her?

Imani: [ Sighs ] Maybe that was just her way of getting out on bail, dropping out of sight. I spoke to someone at the hotel security, the woman at the front desk — no one can remember seeing her coming or going all day.

Amanda: Okay, that’s odd, but it is explainable. Just because no one has seen her at the hotel, it doesn’t mean that she’s left genoa city. She could have went on a really long walk, and that is hardly a bail violation. But don’t worry, we will look into this.

Devon: Well, I’ll get out of your hair and let you guys figure it out. I’m just a call away.

Amanda: Thank you.

Devon: Of course.

Amanda: Naya really picked the worst time to mia. I was just waiting to hear back from victor newman about his conversation with sutton. [ Sighs ] Well, that’s gonna have to wait because we can’t get an acquittal without a defendant.

Imani: Mm-hmm. So how do you propose we track down mom?

Amanda: First step, we get into naya’s room.

Imani: I just told you, she’s not there, which means we won’t be able to get inside.

Amanda: Well, the first thing that I learned when I realized that I need to make my own way in this world — don’t let little things get in your way.

Sharon: Good night.

Adam: Am I too late? Are you closed?

Sharon: Well, I never turn away someone in need of a good cup of coffee. You want the usual?

Adam: Yeah. Thank you.

Sharon: Um… [ Clears throat ] Maybe this is none of my business, but how are connor and chelsea doing?

Adam: It is definitely your business, since you’re the one that convinced me to let chelsea take him to minnesota in the first place. Not to mention…

Sharon: Rey being drafted into going along to make sure everything goes according to plan.

Adam: Mm-hmm. And it is. So far. At least that’s what I’ve heard from chelsea and connor. Does rey agree?

Sharon: Well, I have talked to him since he left, but he never really says that much about his work.

Adam: Of course.

Sharon: You know, I really hope that you won’t end up regretting taking my advice, letting connor go be with his mom.

Adam: Well, I had to work hard to sell victor on the idea.

Sharon: Can’t imagine that negotiation.

Adam: Mm. He wasn’t entirely wrong about the risks. There still is a chance that all of us is gonna become a problem down the road.

Sharon: In what way?

Adam: What if chelsea wants to live near anita? Or anywhere else, for that matter? Then she’s gonna push to have connor live with her permanently.

Sharon: What would you do if that happened?

Adam: I want my son to be with me, period. I should be his custodial parent. That is what’s best for him.

Sharon: Even if chelsea does get a clean bill of health.

Adam: [ Sighs ]

Sharon: Wait, is there more to this? Hey, I don’t want to push, but you know that we can talk about anything. You know that.

Adam: [ Sighs ] There — there’s a lot that you don’t know about all this.

Victor: Hi, my baby.

Nikki: Hey. If you’re looking for adam, he’s gone.

Victor: Well, just as well. I have a lot of things to deal with.

Nikki: Oh, yeah?

Victor: Yeah.

Nikki: What is going on in that brilliant mind of yours? You’ve been distracted ever since you got home.

Victor: Yeah. Oh, by the way, we’re leaving for italy tomorrow.

Nikki: I know. I’m counting the hours.

Victor: Well, then, as time is ticking away, I still have a lot things to do before we leave.

Nikki: Well, I’m glad that congratulating victoria was on that list. I saw the flowers you sent. They’re beautiful.

Victor: Oh, that. Yeah. Well, you know, actually, you deserve that bouquet of flowers. I mean, you reminded me that i was not at my best when it came to that merger. I should’ve congratulated her because she pulled off quite a coup.

Nikki: Well, that’s very magnanimous of you. Of course…

Victor: What? What did I do wrong?

Nikki: Well, I was just gonna say that it would be an even more magnanimous gesture if you were to congratulate her in person. Maybe you can put that on your pre-flight to-do list.

Victor: Well, you mean what I did wasn’t good enough?

Nikki: I’m just keeping you honest, darling.

Victor: No one dose it better, you know.

Imani: When you said you don’t let the little things get in your way, I — I thought you were going to…

Amanda: Pick the lock?

Imani: [ Sighs ] Well, the important thing is you were able to get security to open up her door.

Amanda: I just don’t know why naya’s suite was emptied out. Why would an innocent woman pack her bags and skip bail?

Imani: Easier than telling her well-meaning daughters no. She told us how she wanted her defense structured.

Amanda: Yeah, and we agreed to her terms. We said that we would not implicate sutton to save her.

Imani: We said that, but either she didn’t trust us from the beginning, or she figured out we were going after sutton anyway. Based on the last conversation i had with mom, it didn’t seem like she knew anything about that. [ Sighs ]

Amanda: There’s another possibility. [ Knock on door ] Sutton.

Sutton: Something’s happened to naya. I haven’t been able to find her.

Imani: We already know. We checked her suite. She’s disappeared.

Amanda: And there’s no good explanation that we can think of. Unless you’re the one who told her to run. Feeling stressed in your skin?

Abby: I am so glad that mariah reached out. I feel like I can finally breathe.

Tessa: Okay, there’s just one thing I need to say.

Abby: No, not until I clear the air.

Tessa: No, I’ll go first.

Abby: No, you have to hear this first.

Tessa: But after what I say, you might not want to say anything.

Abby: I’m sorry.

Tessa: I’ve just been so tightly wound up.

Abby: Me too.

Tessa: The tension between us is all my fault.

Abby: No, no, it was totally my fault.

Tessa: Let’s not argue about why we’re arguing.

Abby: You’re right. Forgiven?

Tessa: Forgotten. I mean, it never should have happened in the first place.

Abby: I’m so sorry that i snapped at you. Just all this uncertainty with mariah, it really got to me.

Tessa: Me too. But at least it’s over.

Abby: And mariah’s fine.

Tessa: [ Sighs ] I’m just so glad that it’s not what I was afraid of, that some lowlife from my past came to put mariah in jeopardy.

Abby: Well, it’s just crazy how your mind can fill in all of the blanks when you don’t know the full story. Even though our fears were implausible, they felt real.

Tessa: Just I’m the person who knows mariah the best. [ Sighs ] I just — I don’t know, I figured that the mood swings were from the pregnancy, but it was a reaction to me.

Abby: And me.

Tessa: Lesson learned.

Abby: We have to do better.

Tessa: And we will.

Abby: [ Sighs ]

Sutton: If I knew where naya was, you think I’d be coming to you for help?

Imani: Is that why you came here?

Sutton: Not everything I do has a sinister motive. You used to know that, imani.

Amanda: Yeah, you’re only up to something 90% of the time. So coming here, acting worried, like you need our assistance, that’s exactly what you would do if you were behind naya’s disappearance.

Sutton: What have I done to deserve this suspicion?

Amanda: Besides arranging my father’s murder?

Imani: Amanda, not now, please.

Sutton: What good does this nonsense do us? I thought we were past that.

Amanda: Oh, we were never past it, and you know it. It just went unsaid because we both had an agenda that we were keeping close to the vest. Well, now I think that it’s time that we stop pretending. So I want you to know — I’m gonna prove that you are guilty of my father’s murder, not naya. And after everything that you did today, I’m gonna make sure that you pay for it. So now, you can tell me, where is my mother?

Sutton: I already told you, i don’t know. And we have to work together to find her.

Amanda: No, you better worry about your damn self.

Sutton: [ Chuckles ] Is that a threat against me?

Amanda: I will find my mother. I will handle this the way that I have done everything my entire life — alone. Now, you took my sister from me. You deprived me of my father, and I will be damned if you take my mother from me, too. So you better get the hell out of here. Okay, listen to me right now, we need to focus.

Sharon: Chelsea faked her breakdown?

Adam: To a degree. She wasn’t well. I mean, no one who did what she did to rey could be. But she was convinced that I had betrayed her, and her mind took her to some very dark places.

Sharon: This is shocking.

Adam: I know.

Sharon: And dr. Hedges was involved? He has a good reputation. How could he be in the middle of this scheme?

Adam: Money. Money talks. And I’m sure that you’re wondering how I could just sit back and go along with victor’s plan.

Sharon: Yeah, that is surprising that you agreed, given that her whole objective was to frame you.

Adam: Well, I had no idea what my father had done. I was on the run. And then, when I came back to town…

Sharon: You were in the hospital…

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Sharon: …Donating your kidney.

Adam: When I learned the truth, I kept my mouth shut because I don’t want connor’s mother to go to prison. I thought going in the mental facility would help her heal. And her confession did clear me.

Sharon: Well, now that you explain it, I understand.

Adam: Plus, I blame myself for so much of what’s happened. Chelsea was the one that had a devastating reaction, but I am the one that gave her something to react to. A lie about her mental state to get her to the hospital is just the beginning of chelsea’s crimes, but, uh…

Sharon: But what?

Adam: I try not to dwell on this, especially with chelsea out of town with our son, but… I don’t know, when push comes to shove, chelsea always reverts to form.

Sharon: But some people might say the same about you.

Adam: [ Chuckles ] It’s very common to have

“The young and the restless” will continue.

Adam: You are right. Most people will figure any change that I’m trying to make for myself will be temporary or that it’s all just a show to begin with. I actually just had a conversation with nikki about that very thing.

Sharon: I assume she thinks the worst of you.

Adam: Actually, she is giving me the benefit of the doubt for now. I hope that you will have just as much faith that I can pull this off.

Sharon: You really have to ask?

Adam: There is a certain satisfaction that comes from just putting in the work, trying to be a decent person instead of reveling in being the bad guy. You know, every day is a new challenge. But I like it.

Sharon: You’re taking stock in yourself.

Adam: Mm-hmm.

Sharon: That’s good.

Adam: Yeah, when I think about all the time and energy i invested in creating conflict, not to mention the weight of all the hate and anger…it’s exhausting. Just wish I had come to this realization a long time ago.

Sharon: Well, you know, you can’t always force change. I think the trick is you just stay open-minded about it.

Adam: Hmm. Makes me think about how sure chelsea was that I was going to steal connor away from her. How primed she was to expect the worst from me. But maybe your suggestion that i let connor go with her will pay unintended dividends.

Sharon: Well, I think it could be important that chelsea sees that you trust her. It could help her heal.

Adam: Maybe she’ll see me in a different light, too.

Sharon: Since when has it been important to you what other people think?

Adam: It has always been important to me what you think of me. You know that.

Sharon: Worry about the rest of the world, right? We’re fine.

Adam: Mostly. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t miss you.

Sharon: It’s probably just, uh, your loneliness talking because your relationship with chelsea is irretrievably over and connor’s out of town.

Adam: It’s deeper than that, sharon. You know that. And that will never change.

Sharon: I know. Faith’s waiting for me at home. I have to get going.

Adam: Well, it’s perfect timing. Finished my coffee. Thank you for staying open.

Sharon: Of course.

Adam: Good night.

Sharon: Good night.

Abby: There is more than enough blame to go around, so i am not gonna let you hog it all, even though you and mariah are a couple and you’re very in tune with each other.

Tessa: Which is why i should’ve known that something was wrong.

Abby: No, I have made so many mistakes. Number one, I mean, I feel like I know mariah pretty well, and i had no idea that she was having such a hard time. I mean, think about it. I mean, I was micro-managing every single thing that went into her mouth. I was worrying every time she left the house. It was too much.

Tessa: Oh, this is so much better. Competing who can take on more blame instead of blame each other for mariah running away.

Abby: So much better. You know, when mariah comes back, I am not gonna get an account of every single moment of her day.

Tessa: Yeah, and mariah can make her own herbal tea, which i will probably still bring to her, of course.

Abby: Of course.

Tessa: But I’m putting my foot down — she can make it herself.

Abby: [ Laughs ]

Victor: Please have a seat.

Sutton: Thank you. I don’t have much time. I just came from an angry encounter with my granddaughters.

Victor: Oh, boy, I know what that is about. Being at odds with one’s family is not nice, is it?

Sutton: It’s brought me to a new level of clarity.

Victor: Ah.

Sutton: Yeah, I know what to do now.

Victor: Really? What’s that?

Sutton: Well, you give me that letter from richard, and when the day comes that you need this favor repaid, it will be.

Victor: About that letter, sutton.

Sutton: Hmm?

Victor: Not gonna give it to you.

Sutton: This whole deal was your idea.

Victor: Yeah, I know. But I thought about it, you know? I realized that amanda would have far better use for it than you do.

Sutton: What kind of game are you playing?

Victor: Ain’t playing a game.

Sutton: You said you had no allegiance to amanda.

Victor: Nothing to do with her. It has everything to do with not wanting to help you. Now, you and I, sutton, have played on the edges of legality for a while, you know? But this is different. I mean, you committed a crime. You betrayed your family. And that I have no tolerance for. Don’t settle for products that give you a sort of white smile.

Devon: I mean, the way I see it, this is all good news, ’cause mariah’s taking care of herself and the baby, and she’s checked in, like the responsible adult that she is. And the tension between the two of you seems to be gone.

Tessa: Yes, that’s true. We’re in a good place again.

Abby: Yes, and more importantly, tessa and I were just discussing how we want to rethink things for when mariah comes home.

Tessa: Which she said would be in time for her next doctor’s appointment.

Devon: Good, good. Is something wrong, tessa?

Tessa: I don’t want to rain on any parades, but look, [Sighs] I’ve said it before. She could’ve called. All of us. Or just one of us, because she knew that we would worry, but she only reaches out through text?

Abby: Maybe it’s because she’s that if she hears one of our voices, she’ll be tempted to come home before she’s ready.

Tessa: I guess.

Abby: You know what? I don’t know about you guys, but when mariah returns, I don’t want her to feel a bit of pressure. All I want her to feel are little, tiny baby kicks from inside from a baby who’s eager to meet all of us.

Devon: Amen.

Victor: Sutton, you’re the head of your family. There’s no greater responsibility. You were given the gift of two beautiful twin granddaughters. You didn’t protect them. Didn’t do a damn thing for them. You turned your back on them. Why? To protect your own rear end.

Sutton: I did what I had to do.

Victor: That’s what all politicians say.

Sutton: You are no better than me. I’ve heard all the stories about your awful relationships with your own children.

Victor: You haven’t heard all of them. There were many. And I have made mistakes. I admit to it. But one dictum, one mantra I’ve always lived by — I never turn my back on my family. I never leave them to their own devices. That’s why I’ve created this new company with my son adam. The guy that a lot of people had given up for a lost cause. That’s why I appointed my daughter victoria to run newman enterprises, a company that I created. You turned your back on your family out of selfishness. Now you’re paying for that.

Sutton: You’ve always had your billions of dollars to buy your way out of your problems. I don’t have that luxury. I had to remain untouchable. My power base has to be secure. That’s the only way I can ensure my family comes first.

Victor: And richard nealon, amanda’s father, got in the way of that?

Sutton: Uh-huh. Yeah, richard… he was trouble. Naya deserved so much more. He wasn’t like us. It’s a miracle that somebody with his background even made it to college. And my pride and joy had to go and get herself pregnant with that… well, if that meant that two accidents of birth had to be sacrificed, then, by god, so be it. [ Stammers ] It was for the greater good.

Victor: Oh, yeah.

Sutton: I can live with what I’ve done. Richard was a nobody. He was a gnat. And he could’ve brought down everything I’d worked for. Well, that was a risk I was not willing to take. Now give me the damn letter.

Victor: What letter is that, sutton? [ Door opens ]

Imani: I’d like to hear that answer, too, grandfather. What letter? Are you tired of clean clothes that just don’t smell clean?

Devon: Alright. Well, now that I know everything is cool with mariah and that you’re feeling better about everything, I should probably go and check on amanda, ’cause she’s been having a tough time tonight.

Tessa: Oh, I hope everything’s okay.

Devon: Oh, thank you. If it’s not, I know she’ll make it right, so…

Abby: Hey, devon, um, before you go, I — I just wanted to thank you for talking me down earlier, reminding me of what chance would say in a stressful situation. It really helped.

Devon: I’m glad it did. You have a really good guy who loves you, puts you first and foremost, so hang on to him.

Abby: I will. I’m very lucky to have you remind me of that.

Sutton: I don’t know how much you heard —

Amanda: We heard more than enough.

Sutton: Well, I’ll deny it. Every word — it was all said in the heat of the moment.

Amanda: Well, we recorded every word. So you can deny it all you want, but this is exactly what I need to save my mother and to prove that you are the one who had my father killed. Victor knew exactly what to say to keep you talking. Oh, and by the way? There is no letter. There never was.

Sutton: These charges will never stick.

Amanda: We’ll see.

Sutton: Amanda, just tell me what you want.

Amanda: I want my father back, you son of a bitch.

Sharon: I don’t need any saving. I didn’t come here to cry on your shoulder.

Adam: You can, sharon. Okay? You can be or feel anything you want with me.

Sharon: You know, you’ve convinced yourself that you’re damaged somehow and you’re flawed and beyond saving, but, you know, that’s not true. Yeah, you’re in a dark place right now, but I can see the path — light and hope — and I just — I want to help you find that. I want to.

Adam: You know that i would — I would do anything to take this all away.

Sharon: I can’t imagine what my life would be like right now if you hadn’t rescued her. I know I — know I-I couldn’t survive the loss of another child.

Adam: Well, I’m just glad i was in the right place at the right time. Anyone would have done the same thing.

Sharon: But I know that you put your freedom at risk in order to do it. So, no…not just anyone would have made that choice. I’ll never forget what you were willing to sacrifice for faith and me.

Adam: When I was trapped with nick, I’ve realized that you are a part of me, sharon. And you always will be. There’s no denying it. I told myself that I was leaving to protect you, to protect everyone, but… no matter how fast or far away i run, you will always be right there with me. The fact that I’m standing here right now is just further proof of that.

Sharon: No, you’re here for faith, nothing more.

Adam: Sharon… just hear me out, okay? Before nick found me, I had a lot of time alone. He only knew where to find me because of you and your insight… into me. You’ve always understood how my mind works. I mean, even when I had forgotten who I was, and I was living in vegas. And after I learned what I had done to A.J. Montalvo as a kid, you see me, sharon. You see me in a way no one’s been able to do… not even chelsea. And I don’t expect anything to ever come of it, because I know nothing can come of it.

Sharon: You say all these beautiful words, these… seductive and tempting words, but…here is the truth, adam. I can’t be that for you. I can’t — I can’t be that for you. You — you have got to accept that you and I are not going to get back together.

Adam: Because of rey? I mean, can you honestly compare your feelings for him to what you and I shared?

Sharon: No, I cannot because I’ll never love him the way that I loved you.

Adam: So let’s not waste any more time.

Sharon: But that doesn’t mean that my love for rey isn’t strong. He — he supports me. He builds me up. He gives me strength. Whereas, with you… things are just complicated. You have to get better for the sake of your family!

Adam: No. No. What I need is to get out of genoa city with my family. That is what’s gonna make me heal, okay? Or call the judge, okay? Call the judge. Tell him you’ve made a mistake. Tell him that you saw me, you’ve spent time with me, and you’ve realized that you made a mistake, okay? If I ever meant anything to you, sharon, fix this. Okay? Save me.

Sharon: I can’T. You know that. You know that.

Adam: Okay? I’m very tired.

Sharon: Alright, well, try to rest.

Adam: I just — I don’t know if I can.

Sharon: I’ll help you.

Adam: Well, um… will you stay?

Sharon: I’ll be right here. I’m not going anywhere.

Adam: You and I — we had a lifetime of history before I ever met chelsea.

Sharon: Well, maybe that’s just what it is. It’s history. You know, you can’t just compartmentalize whole relationships of this scope.

Adam: That — that is shrink talk. Your training — it doesn’t apply to us. There’s no chapter in that psychology textbook that can explain you and me.

Sharon: You love chelsea, okay? Not me.

Adam: Don’t push me away. You will never love rey the way that you love me. This — you and I — it is meant to be.

Sharon: I-I can’T. I-I won’T.

Adam: Sharon.

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Claire: Hi.

Ben: Hey.

Claire: So I’ve been thinking about this and I’m pretty sure I have something.

Ben: Come on in.

Claire: So I really think that I can convince my mom to help you fight this divorce.

Ben: Claire–

Claire: So I’m going to tell her that it’s for ciara’s own good, that she has been through so much that she’s just not in the place to make big decisions right now so if we can just slow down the process–

Ben: Claire. Thank you. Really. But it’s too late.

Ciara: I cannot believe how much henry has grown.

Allie: I know. Ciara, we missed you so much.

Ciara: And I missed you too. So do you want something to drink or wine, water, anything?

Allie: No, but I do you want you to tell me what’s wrong.

Ciara: Wrong? No, allie, there’s nothing wrong.

Allie: Okay. Well, on the phone you sounded really upset, and right now you’re a little wound up so…

Ciara: That’s just because I’m very excited. I’m very, very excited about something.

Allie: Okay, about what?

Ciara: I will explain that in detail. But first I have to ask you something and I need you to say yes.

Allie: What’s that?

Ciara: I want you to be my maid of honor.

Lucas: What happened? What happened to the anniversary celebration?

Philip: You don’t wanna know.

Lucas: Don’t tell me something went wrong. Not in salem.

Philip: Let’s just say the party’s over.

Eric: I hoped to be gone before you got back.

Nicole: Suitcase kind of clued me in.

Eric: Yes, I didn’t think there’d be really anything for us to talk about, is there?

Nicole: No.

Eric: Just going to take a late-night flight out of salem. I gotta just, you know, to grab the flight out of new york in the morning.

Nicole: You going back to a little village in africa?

Eric: Yeah, that’s right.

Nicole: You know, why don’t we just call it what it really is? Running away.

EJ: What did nicole mean when she said, “let she who is without sin cast the first stone?”

Sami: Well, I don’t know. I mean, maybe she found religion all of a sudden.

EJ: It sounded like an accusation. What sin have you committed now, samantha? Hmm. “Without sin.” I wonder what she meant by that.

Male announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “days of our lives.”

[Soft orchestration]

Sami: She didn’t mean anything by it? You know, it’s just a shot in the dark.

EJ: A rather biblical shot in the dark, wouldn’t you say?

Sami: No, I would say that it’s just classic nicole, right? She’s backed into a corner and she would say whatever mean, nasty thing comes into her mind.

EJ: Backed into a corner is putting it mildly, don’t you think? I would have thought backed into a corner and facing a firing squad.

Sami: A uncharitable person might say that she has no one to blame but herself.

EJ: It must have been her worst nightmare. Xander announcing to a room full of people in front of her husband, her husband’s family that she violated her marriage vows.

Sami: I can’t imagine why she got involved with that guy in the first place. I mean, he’s a ticking time bomb.

EJ: A ticking time bomb with a flair for the dramatic.

Sami: Exactly.

EJ: Who does that remind me of?

Sami: You know, what ej? I am exhausted and frankly, I’m still worried about eric. Maybe we could finish this postmortem in the morning.

EJ: I do find it odd how, with her whole world crashing around her, nicole singles you out for judgment.

Sami: You know, ej, I really love when we keep talking about things that I don’t want to talk about.

EJ: There are just so many questions. For example, you say you saw nicole brady stumble into salem inn with her nemesis and kept it to yourself.

Sami: Yeah, well, I wanted to spare eric.

EJ: But he didn’t get spared, did he? He got it right between the eyes in a crowded pub. It’s as almost if it was staged.

Sami: Damn it, ej.

EJ: It was so brutal, so humbling, so devastating. I can’t possibly see how that marriage survives. Do you?

Eric: I thought you had enough pain for one night.

Nicole: So you decided for both of us it would be better for me to come home to an empty apartment? And you took out all your anger and frustration on this picture and didn’t wanna talk to me in person because I’ve had enough pain for tonight. Well, thank you. Thank you, eric, for always thinking about others.

Eric: I don’t really think there’s anything either one of us could say that could change what happened tonight.

Nicole: No. No, because the past is written in stone and there’s nothing that I can do or say to change the fact that I slept with xander.

Eric: Stop it! Stop it! I don’t wanna hear this.

Nicole: Because I was lonely and I was harassed and I degraded myself with a man who had abused me. And you, you chose to spend the first year of our marriage 8,000 miles away from me, our home, and our family, and our relationship was spent on social media. And then months went by where we didn’t even get to touch.

[Breathing heavily] So here’s nicole. The scarlet woman. Bad, bad, bad. And here’s eric running back to his good work. Back to a world where he does good for others and no one asks a damn thing of him. Depression makes it hard for me

Sami: All right, I don’t see how the marriage lasts now that eric knows what he knows now.

EJ: And you’re sorry about that?

Sami: No. You know very well I am not sorry to see that marriage end. You know how I feel about nicole. She doesn’t deserve to be with a wonderful guy like eric, but I am sorry that eric is in pain.

EJ: But it has to be done, right? Can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs.

Sami: Why are you doing this? You know I hate it when you cross-examine me?

EJ: Cross-examining you? I thought we were just an old couple discussing events of the evening.

Sami: Well then why do I feel like I’m in the witness box and you’re trying to blame everything on me?

EJ: Why would I do that when it’s clearly xander’s fault? But it does seem out of character for you to have seen nicole in such a compromising position and having never mentioned it to anyone.

Sami: What was I supposed to do? Post it on social media? I mean, if I had told eric or anyone else, I had no proof of what happened inside. No one would have believed me.

EJ: So you started tracking down credit card receipts? Nail it down, make the case.

Sami: Well, my brother’s a smart guy, ej, but he’s a fool when it comes to nicole so yeah, I was trying to protect him.

EJ: [Chuckles] So you decided to gather your proof and then in a quiet, private, solemn night, you would discreetly share what you knew with eric? But instead, somehow out of the blue, xander decides to make a public spectacle of nicole’s humiliation and shame? Now why… just why would he do that?

Nicole: Were you just gonna leave this here for me to find? Talk about a picture worth a thousand words. You didn’t think that would cause me pain? Or maybe you wanted to hurt me but you didn’t need to talk to me about it person ’cause that’s one of the perks of a long-distance relationship, right? You don’t have to own up to what you’ve done.

Eric: Okay, oh, right! I’m selfish. I’m sorry.

Nicole: You’re not selfish. You just weren’t here. You decided to go to africa and then you decided to stay. And when you did talk to me, all you did was talk about the–the–the children and the poverty and the lack of medication. And how was I supposed to compete with that? Well, the–the baby’s teething and holly’s wondering where her daddy is and I’m lonely. How was I supposed to talk to you about that? You asked all the right questions. “How are you? How’s holly?” But it was like you–you didn’t even wanna hear the answers. You were like a balloon that was just floating away from me.

Eric: Nicole, I’m sorry. I am so, so sorry, but good god, xander… I mean, if there’s any person besides me who hates him, it’s you.

Nicole: Don’t you think I understand that? Do you really think that I wanna defend myself for what I did? How can I– how can I expect you to believe anything I say now? How can I expect you to believe me when I tell you that I love you? Because I do love you. I just don’t know if it matters anymore. Maybe I–I just might have to accept the fact that this marriage is over. But I can’t accept. I won’t accept you just slipping away again because you married me and you made the same vows as me and the least you could do is talk to me. Talk to me like I am your wife.

Chad: Theo, what’s up, man?

Theo: Not much. Rematch?

Chad: Rematch. You let me win the last time.

Theo: I have no idea what you’re talking about.

Chad: Yeah, okay. All right.

[Both laugh] So something tells me you’re here for more than a rematch.

Theo: Well, actually ben and ciara’s marriage just got annulled.

Chad: That’s great. You’re free to get married.

Theo: I am. Actually, I have a favor to ask.

Chad: Name it.

Theo: Would you be my best man?

Ciara: So my grandfather has a friend who’s a judge and he got him to issue in an annulment.

Allie: So now you’re going to marry theo?

Ciara: I am. Oh, allie, he and I get along so well. We never fight, I swear. And he’s, like, the kindest man I’ve ever met in my life. And he’s really funny, even though that might surprise you because he comes across all serious and quiet, but he really does have a great sense of humor.

Allie: It doesn’t surprise me. I like theo. I really do. So you guys are getting married here in salem?

Ciara: Mm-hmm, both of our families are here.

Allie: So when’s the big day?

Ciara: Tomorrow.

Claire: You’re sure? Right. Okay, thanks, mom.

Ben: What is it? Claire, just tell me. Whatever the hell it is.

Claire: Well, you might as well hear it from me. My dad just got a text from ciara. She and theo are getting married tomorrow.

Eric: I thought we did talk. I thought we decided together.

Nicole: For future reference, when you ask someone, “is it okay if I do exactly what I want” and make it very, very clear they better say yes, that is not talking. That is not making a decision together.

Eric: Then I’m sorry.

Nicole: Damn it, eric. We made a decision together for your niece and her son to move in here and–and then you just checked out.

Eric: What? You said you were okay with that?

Nicole: I was okay with it, but I didn’t think I would be doing it alone. I didn’t think that every three months I’d get a memo that you decided to re-up. I mean, I-I got married and I-I don’t think I felt more alone in my entire life.

Eric: Well, is that supposed to excuse you sleeping with xander now?

Nicole: No, it doesn’t excuse me for sleeping with xander! It is–I hate what I did! It was the worst mistake I made in my life, okay? But I have to figure out some way–some way to understand why it happened. And how I can forgive myself because if I can’t forgive myself, how am I gonna go on? And I have to go on, eric. I have to. Because I have a little girl that I love with my whole heart. And there are people here that need me.

Eric: If things were getting that bad and you were that desperate, you should have told me.

Nicole: I tried. I tried; I did. I even tried to tell you after it happened.

Eric: No, you did not.

Nicole: Yes, I did. I-I wrote you an email. Sounds so sad coming out of my mouth, but I wrote you an email and I couldn’t send it. And I tried talking to you and I… and then you came home and it was our anniversary.

Eric: I get why you’re mad. I get why you’re mad because I bailed out on you. What I don’t get is, why xander? Him? Him of all people?

Nicole: Maybe I went to bed with xander because I thought I could finally get my husband to pay attention to me.

Lucas: So you think I should get nicole to–

Philip: Bring ej up to speed? Like you said, you can’t do it. Sami would never forgive you. But if nicole gives the letter to ej…

Lucas: Right. Sami would think nicole’s just trying to get revenge.

Philip: Ej kicks sami to the curb, who’s gonna be right there to comfort her?

Sami: Who knows why xander does anything?

EJ: Hmm. You know what else I didn’t understand. After xander spilled the beans tonight, you just stood there. I would’ve thought you’d be right there to back up his story. I mean, you’ve made it very clear over the years you didn’t think nicole was good enough for eric. Wasn’t it the perfect opportunity to, um, what’s the american expression? To pile on.

Sami: [Chuckles] I didn’t see the need. All that matters is that eric finally knows the truth.

EJ: Hmm. Or… something else is at play. I wonder, samantha, what exactly is it that you’re not telling me?

Sami: All right, all right, your honor, have mercy on me. I’m ready to confess. Well, truth is that I paid xander to show up at the party tonight and tell everybody what I already knew.

EJ: No.

[Chuckles] How much?

Sami: A million dollars.

EJ: A million dollars? The man’s on his uppers. Did you even try low-balling him?

Sami: Well, it was worth it. Every penny for eric to know the truth about nicole.

EJ: Our xander does seem a little one-note about his fees. Didn’t he want a million dollars to stop from killing you and lucas?

Sami: He wanted $10 million, but I had to give him all cash because you remembered how you cancel the wire transfer last time.

EJ: Right. Well, I’m sure you were willing to pay whatever it took to bring nicole to her knees.

Sami: No matter what you think, I didn’t enjoy it tonight. I just did what I had to do. Eric had to know the truth.

EJ: Yeah. 30 seconds before xander arrived, eric thought he was happy. Now he’s miserable. But he knows the full story. Thanks to you.

Eric: You wanted to hurt me that much?

Nicole: You just told me you weren’t coming home. Again. I was so angry and–and hurt. I was so hurt that people on another continent were more important than me.

Eric: That’s not true.

Nicole: Can you just let me finish, please? I-I-I think I wanted to hurt you. But I definitely wanted to hurt me. I wanted to blow things up because that’s the one thing that I’m actually good at. Self-destruction.

Eric: I called you that night. You were disappointed. Why didn’t you just say?

Nicole: What? Do I tell you that you better come home or I’m going to sleep with xander? What, I didn’t even see that one coming. And I didn’t want beg and plead my husband to want to be on the same continent as me.

Eric: You’re right. This is as much as my fault as it is yours.
[Nicole sobbing]

Ben: Ciara cannot be marrying theo on our anniversary.

Claire: Ben, she doesn’t remember that, okay? This is just a coincidence.

Ben: I told her tomorrow was our anniversary last week. She’s doing this on purpose, claire.

Allie: Are you doing this on purpose?

Ciara: Doing what?

Allie: Marrying theo on your anniversary to ben.

Ciara: Oh, my god, this is not about ben. This is about me, allie. I wanna take that date back. I want to remember tomorrow as the day that I married my best friend, not the day that I married some serial killer. I have no memory of that day.

Allie: Well, I remember that day in detail. And I know you’re not gonna believe me but before all hell broke loose, I think it was the happiest day of your life.

Chad: Now, I don’t–i don’t mean to butt in, but I just think you’re–you’re maybe rushing things a little bit.

Theo: Neither one of us wants to wait.

Chad: I get that, but I mean, tomorrow?

Theo: Yeah. Well, ciara picked it because it was her anniversary to ben.

Chad: Romantic.

Theo: Yeah, I know. I don’t like the idea that she’s using our marriage as payback against ben.

Chad: Well, just because she hates ben doesn’t mean it changes the way she feels about you.

Theo: Checkmate.

Chad: What?

Theo: Don’T. Don’t act surprised. I know you let me win.

Chad: No, I don’t know–i don’t know what you’re talking about.

Ben: She’s marrying theo tomorrow to get back at me.

Claire: No, ben, I know that it looks that way, but–

Ben: What do you mean it looks that way? What other way could it look? What other reason does she have?

Claire: Maybe she’s scared. Seriously, maybe she wants to marry theo as soon as she can because she’s scared she’s gonna remember what she had with you.

Allie: That day you were so beautiful. You were so happy.

Ciara: That day, allie, the church was bombed because of ben. My entire family could have died. Everyone in that church could have died, including you and henry, all because of the horrible things ben had done.

Allie: Okay. Well, that ben wasn’t the ben that you were marrying.

Ciara: My god, I’m so sick of people saying that.

Allie: Okay, but it’s true. I mean, you don’t think that people can change?

Ciara: Not that much.

Allie: Look, from what I know about ben, which is mainly from my grandmother, he had a really hard childhood and he was mentally ill.

Ciara: Really don’t wanna hear this.

Allie: Okay, well, will you let me finish, please?

Ciara: Okay.

Allie: But he was very motivated to get better and through a lot of meds and therapy and mainly your love and your support, he did. He got better.

Ciara: You know, I’ve heard all of this before.

Allie: Okay, and I think you need to hear it again and again because ciara, my god, the two of you, you were so in love that after you kissed and said your vows, people were crying. You guys were the picture of happily ever after and everyone thought it was forever.

[Soft, solemn music]

Eric: You’re right. I was running away. I didn’t want to fix my part in this. I acted like the fact that I’ve been doing something good excused me from you, my marriage. I’m sincerely sorry. So what do we do now?

Philip: So what do you say?

Lucas: I hate it. Man, I do hate the way he treats her like–like she’s his property. I can’t stand it.

Philip: I picked up on that.

Lucas: But ej is dangerous. I mean, god only knows what–what he might do if he finds out what happened between us. I mean, I suppose I could do it. I could give nicole this letter and she might give it to ej, but I don’t know.

Philip: I’m pretty certain nicole would love to help. She’s the best shot at getting what you want. Sami.

Lucas: I do want her, but I can’t do it like this. I love her too much. Man, I don’t wanna hurt her. I should have just let this letter burn.

[Dramatic music]

Allie: I actually remember ben’s vows. He said–

Ciara: Don’t tell me what they said. Please don’t tell me what he said. Look, allie, I’ve told you I don’t remember and I don’t want to remember and here you are just going on and on about it like–

Allie: Okay, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I did not mean to upset you.

Ciara: No? Well, how did you think that I would react?

Allie: I just thought that– I don’t know. It’s just so sad to me that you and ben can’t be together.

Ciara: I’m sorry that you think it’s sad, but to me, all I can think about is how nuts I must’ve been to actually let that psychopath into my life. Allie, theo is my best friend. I love him. He makes me feel safe.

Allie: I get that he makes you feel safe, but is that the best reason to marry someone?

Ciara: I actually thought that you’d be excited that I asked you, but if you don’t wanna do it, then that’s fine.

Theo: Do what?

Ciara: I just asked allie to be my maid of honor.

Ben: You think ciara’s afraid that she’s going to remember what she had with me?

Claire: Maybe. I mean, think about it. If she did, that would change everything for her and for theo.

Ben: When ciara was in love with me, she was the bravest person I ever knew. She didn’t care about what I did or who I was. Only that she loved me.

Nicole: What do we do now? How many times have you asked yourself that? All I know is that no matter what I do, I will always be a sinner and you will always be a saint.

Eric: Far from it.

Nicole: I know you will find a way to forgive me. But I will never forgive myself. And although you took that priest collar off years ago, it doesn’t change who you are. You are a good man who wants to help other people and that is really hard to do with a wife–a wife wants your whole life and your whole heart to herself.

Eric: What are you saying?

Nicole: I’m saying that we are just two different people. And I think I’m the best version of me when I’m with you. And you’re the best version of you when you’re not with me.

Eric: So… what are we supposed to do?

Nicole: [Crying] There’s nothing we can do.

Eric: Nothing? You mean?

Nicole: [Sobbing] I mean… I think this marriage is over.

EJ: I know you don’t wanna talk about it, but there’s just one more thing I’d like to say.

Sami: Can I stop you?

EJ: It must’ve been awful for you to see xander and nicole heading into that inn.

Sami: Awful for me?

EJ: I may find eric tedious, but he’s a good man, a good husband, faithful. After everything I did to you.

Sami: Ej.

EJ: After you put your life on hold for me and I treated you terribly, you were faithful to a man who didn’t deserve it. Nicole betrayed eric in the first year of their marriage. I can actually understand why you did what you did. I just thank god that you hung with me. You didn’t turn to another man. I would’ve lost my mind.

[Sami breathes deeply]

Theo: And what did she say?

Allie: I said of course. I’d love to.

Theo: That’s great. Chad just said he’d be my best man. So we’re really doing this tomorrow.

Ciara: Nothing in the world is going to stop us, theo.

Claire: You need to be the brave one now, ben. Look, I know that this has been so hard on you. But you can’t quit.

Ben: You’re right. Ciara’s planning on marrying theo tomorrow, and I have to do whatever the hell it takes to stop her.

Sami: Let’s just forget about tonight, okay? We’re back together. That’s all that matters. Just forget about everything else, okay, ej?

Philip: So you’re just giving up?

Lucas: I think it’s best for now. But thank you. I appreciate it. Thanks for trying to help.

Philip: Well, I am not giving up.

Eric: I wanted to spend time with holly. I miss her so much.

Nicole: She’s missed you too. But you–you can video chat still, right? And I know that she’ll keep writing you letters and she always looks forward to your letters in the mail.

Eric: I can’t let you go.

Nicole: [Crying] You have to. You have to.

Eric: I can leave in the morning.

Nicole: Oh, god. No. No… you–you should go.

[Emotional piano music]

Eric: I’ll always love you.

Nicole: And I will always, always love you. [Sobbing] Oh, god. Oh, my god.

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GH Best Lines Monday, 7/19/21

Posted on July 21, 2021July 22, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

Josslyn and Trina at the Metro Court pool

Best Lines provided by Suzanne

Valentin: We’re hanging in an Irish bar. I’m not drinking a domestic beer.

Anna: Oh, god. Is it warm?

Valentin: Oh, yeah.

Deanna: I can’t decide who she looks like — you or Mr. Cassadine.

Brook Lynn: You know babies. One minute they look just like you, and the next they’re a dead ringer for Winston Churchill.

Josslyn: Was that your mystery man?

Trina: Don’t know why I gave that guy my number. I guess I felt sorry for him.

Josslyn: Oh? And what did he do to deserve your pity?

Trina: It’s not pity. Victor — he grew up without a mom. There’s something lost and lonely about him.

Josslyn: You like him.

Trina: Yeah. Same way I like stray puppies.

Brook Lynn: Oh, you just figured because you claim to be my family, which, by the way, we’ve heard a thousand times before, that somehow my business is now your business?

Austin: Really?

Brook Lynn: Okay, well, it isn’t. Maxie and I were just talking, so you can run along. Shoo. Don’t let my footwear hit you in the butt on the way out.

Josslyn: So, tell me more about Victor.

Trina: Uh, he’s excessively fond of the park.

Hopkins: Let me take a shot. Mm… you’re from London.

Anna: Oh, wow, you’re good. For an American.

Maxie: Oh, don’t tell me you’re a Quartermaine.

Austin: Guilty as charged.

Maxie: Oh, first thing you need to know about that family — never admit guilt unless you already know you’re getting away with it.

Austin: Getting away with what?

Maxie: Mm, doesn’t matter.

Maxie: Well, um, good luck with the Quartermaines. I really wish I could be around to see the fireworks.

Austin: That might be the case. Bye, cuz. I’ll see you when I see you. Unless you see me first.

Josslyn: So you’re not mad.

Trina: Why would I be mad that my two best friends finally wised up and realized that they’re meant to be together?

Josslyn: Well, because for a while, you and Cam —

Trina: Joss, please. That is so high school. We’ve matured since then. We’re four years away from being college graduates.

Josslyn: So you’re genuinely happy for me and Cam?

Trina: I’m happy for Cam. I feel nothing but pity for you.

[ Both chuckle ]

Cameron: Hey, so I got us some Shirley Temples. We can get sodas anywhere, so… a-are we good here?

[ Both laugh ]

Brook Lynn: And we all were quite shocked when he made his big announcement… except Monica. I swear, that woman, she has ice in her veins.

Maxie: Okay, well, can she give me a transfusion? ‘Cause I’m kind of freaking out right now that Austin’s gonna recognize you from that night in the woods.

Ava: I’m mortified. F-f-for the other night.

Austin: Oh, don’t be. No, it was fun.

Ava: It was fun?

Austin: Yeah, it was fun. I’m from a small town. It’s quiet. Not much happens in Pautuck. For me to be a-a part of a public matrimonial drama, that’s a big night out. [ Chuckles ] It’s like diving in the deep end.

Ava: Mm, off the deep end, I think.

[ Both laugh ]

Austin: So, how are things with you two?

Ava: Divorce. We’re — we’re getting divorced.

Austin: Sorry to hear that. Some differences are irreconcilable.

Ava: Actually, it’s a matter of life and death.

Spencer: It seems like your wife has found a friend.

Nikolas: I don’t know. Last time I saw her with that guy —

Spencer: This isn’t the first time? Interesting.

Nikolas: Spencer, don’t.

Spencer: Don’t what? State the obvious.

Nikolas: Don’t try to stir things up.

Spencer: Sorry. Old habits. Ah, speaking of which, you should kick this one.

Cameron: So, you told her.

Josslyn: Oh, she already knew. Apparently, we were the only ones who didn’t.

Trina: Don’t think this changes anything, Cam. Sisters before misters always. Capiche?

Cameron: Hey, do you need more sunblock?

Josslyn: Oh, uh, yeah, actually. I can feel myself starting to roast.

Cameron: Do you want me to…?

Josslyn: Oh, please. Yeah.

Spencer: Watch the hands, townie.

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Posted on July 21, 2021February 19, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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Ben 7/20/21

Claire goes to see Ben and tells him that she thinks she can convince Belle to represent him. Ben thanks her but says it’s too late.

Ciara joins Allie at Julie’s Place. Ciara can’t believe how much Henry has grown. Allie says they missed her so much. Ciara asks if she wants a drink. Allie just wants to know what’s wrong. Ciara claims that she’s just very excited about something, but first she has to ask her something and she needs her to say yes. Ciara then informs Allie that she wants her to be her maid of honor.

Lucas comes downstairs at the Brady Pub and finds Philip drinking a beer. Lucas asks what happened to the anniversary celebration. Philip responds that he doesn’t want to know. Lucas questions something going wrong in Salem. Philip tells him that the party is over.

Nicole goes home, where Eric remarks that he hoped to be gone before she got back. Nicole notices his suitcase and their smashed photo on the floor as Eric says they have nothing left to talk about. Eric informs her that he’s taking the first flight out of Salem and heading back to Africa. Nicole then accuses Eric of running away.

EJ asks Sami what Nicole meant by saying let she without sin cast the first stone. Sami claims not to know and calls it crazy, suggesting she just found religion. EJ notes that it sounded like an accusation. EJ questions Sami as to what sin she has committed now. Sami thinks back to kissing Lucas. EJ continues to wonder what Nicole meant by “without sin”. Sami claims it was just a shot in the dark and blows it off as classic Nicole when she’s backed in a corner. Sami remarks that Nicole has no one to blame but herself. EJ calls it Nicole’s worst nightmare. Sami can’t imagine why she got involved with Xander in the first place. Sami calls Xander a ticking time bomb with a flare for the dramatic. EJ relates that to Sami. Sami wants to go to sleep and finish this in the morning. EJ brings up how Nicole’s whole world was crashing around her but she singles Sami out for judgment. Sami complains about not wanting to talk about this. EJ says there are just so many questions and points out Sami seeing Nicole stumble in to the Salem Inn with Xander and keeping it to herself. Sami claims that she wanted to spare Eric. EJ says he didn’t get spared but got it right between the eyes as if it were staged. EJ adds that it was so brutal, public, and devastating that he can’t see how their marriage survives.

Eric thinks Nicole has had enough pain for one night. Nicole questions Eric deciding for both of them that she should come home to an empty apartment and taking his frustrations out on their picture. Nicole mocks Eric always thinking about others. Eric doesn’t think anything can change what happened tonight. Nicole cries that she can’t change the fact that she slept with Xander because she was lonely while Eric chose to spend their first year of marriage a thousand miles away from her. Nicole complains about the months that went by. Nicole mocks Eric running back to his world where he does good for others and no one asks a damn thing of him.

Sami agrees with EJ that she doesn’t see how Eric and Nicole’s marriage lasts. Sami admits she’s not sorry to see their marriage end because of how she feels about Nicole, but she’s sorry that Eric is in pain. EJ comments on how it had to be done. Sami hates it when EJ cross examines her. EJ thought they were just discussing the evening’s events. Sami thinks EJ is trying to blame everything on her. EJ says it’s clearly Xander’s fault but it seems out of character for Sami to see Nicole in a vulnerable position and kept it to herself. Sami argues that no one would’ve believed her without proof. EJ brings up Sami tracking down credit card receipts. Sami says that Eric is a fool when it comes to Nicole, so she was trying to protect him. EJ continues to question Sami’s plan and why Xander would suddenly decide to shame Nicole in public.

Nicole asks Eric if he was just going to leave their smashed photo for her to find and if he didn’t think that would cause her pain. Nicole suggests he wanted to hurt her but not talk to her in person. Nicole complains that Eric wasn’t there and decided to stay in Africa. Nicole says it’s all Eric talked about when they did talk while Holly’s wondering where her dad is and she’s lonely. Nicole cries that Eric asked the questions but didn’t want to hear the answers. Eric tells her that he’s so sorry but says if there’s anyone besides him who hates Xander, it’s her. Nicole doesn’t want to defend herself for what she did. Nicole asks how she can expect him to believe anything she says now. Nicole cries that she loves Eric but she doesn’t know if it matters anymore. Nicole decides she might have to accept the fact that their marriage is over, but she won’t accept him just slipping away again because he married her and made the same vows as her, so the least he could do is talk to her like she is his wife.

Theo goes to the DiMera Mansion to see Chad. Theo suggests a chess rematch. Chad still thinks Theo let him win last time. They sit down to play chess. Chad thinks Theo is here for something more though. Theo reveals to Chad that Ben and Ciara’s marriage just got annulled. Chad says that’s great and now he can get married. Theo then asks Chad to be his best man.

Ciara explains to Allie that Victor has a friend who is a judge and he got him to grant an annulment so now she’s going to marry Theo. Ciara talks about how well they get along and swears they never fight. Ciara praises Theo. Allie says she likes Theo and asks if they are getting married in Salem. Ciara confirms that they are because both of their families are here. Ciara then reveals that they are getting married tomorrow.

Claire finishes a call with Belle and informs Ben that Shawn just got a text from Ciara that she and Theo are getting married tomorrow.

Nicole 7/20/21

Eric tells Nicole that he thought they did talk and decided together. Nicole argues that Eric asked if it was okay and made it clear that she better say yes and that’s not making a decision together. Nicole talks about deciding together for Allie and Henry to move in, then Eric just checked out. Eric thought she was okay with that. Nicole says she was but didn’t think she’d be doing it alone and that Eric would continue to extend his stay in Africa. Nicole adds that she never felt more alone in her life. Eric asks if that’s supposed to excuse her sleeping with Xander. Nicole yells that it doesn’t excuse her from sleeping with Xander and she hates what she did as it’s the worst mistake of her life, but she has to figure out some way to understand why it happened and how she can forgive herself. Nicole cries that she has to go on because she has Holly and there are people who need her. Eric argues that if things were getting that bad and she was that desperate, she should’ve told him. Nicole claims she tried which Eric disagrees with. Nicole tells Eric about how she started writing an e-mail to tell him the truth but she couldn’t send it. Nicole says she tried talking to him but then he came home and it was their anniversary. Eric gets that she’s mad because he bailed on her but he doesn’t get why Xander of all people. Nicole admits that maybe she went to bed with Xander because she thought maybe she could finally get her husband to pay attention to her.

Philip suggests Lucas get Nicole to get EJ up to speed by giving him Kristen’s letter, then EJ will kick Sami to the curb and Lucas will be there to comfort her.

Sami tells EJ that no one knows why Xander does anything. EJ brings up how Sami just stood there instead of backing up Xander’s story. EJ calls it the perfect opportunity to pile on. Sami claims she didn’t see the need since Eric finally knows the truth. EJ suggests something else is in play and wonders what Sami is not telling him. Sami then responds that she’s ready to confess. Sami then admits that she paid Xander off, to interrupt the party and tell everyone what she already knew, with a million dollars. Sami argues that it was worth every penny for Eric to know the truth about Nicole. EJ recalls Xander wanting millions to not kill her and Lucas. EJ knows Sami was willing to pay whatever it took to bring Nicole to her knees. Sami claims that she didn’t enjoy it and just did what she had to do because Eric had to know the truth. EJ mentions how Eric thought he was happy but now he’s miserable and he knows the full story, thanks to Sami.

Eric asks if Nicole wanted to hurt him that match. Nicole goes over how Eric just told her that he wasn’t coming home again so she was angry and hurt that people on another continent were more important than her. Eric says that’s not true. Nicole cries that she thinks she wanted to hurt him but she definitely wanted to hurt herself by blowing things up and self destructing. Eric asks why she didn’t just tell him when he called her. Nicole says she didn’t see sleeping with Xander coming but she didn’t want to beg her husband to want to be on the same continent as her. Eric then agrees that it’s as much his fault as it is hers.

Ben tells Claire that Ciara cannot be marrying Theo on their anniversary. Claire reminds him that Ciara doesn’t remember that and claims that this is just a coincidence. Ben informs her that he told Ciara it was their anniversary last week, so she’s doing this on purpose.

Ciara and Allie chat 7/20/21

Allie asks if Ciara is purposely marrying Theo on her anniversary to Ben. Ciara claims this is not about Ben but about herself as she wants to take that date back as the day she married her best friend and not some serial killer. Ciara says she has no memory of that day. Allie says she does and thinks before all hell broke loose, it was the happiest day of Ciara’s life.

Chad admits he thinks Theo may be rushing things a bit. Theo says neither one of them want to wait. Theo then informs Chad that Ciara picked tomorrow because it was her anniversary to Ben. Theo admits he doesn’t like that Ciara is using their marriage as payback against Ben. Chad encourages that it doesn’t change the way she feels about him. Theo then wins the chess game and says he knows Chad let him win, which Chad denies.

Ben complains that Ciara is marrying Theo tomorrow to get back at him. Claire tries to suggest that Ciara is just scared of remembering what she had with him.

Allie talks about how beautiful and happy Ciara was on that day. Ciara brings up that the church was bombed because of Ben and everyone could’ve died, all because of the horrible things Ben had done. Allie argues that wasn’t the Ben she was marrying. Ciara is sick of hearing that and doesn’t think people can change that much. Allie talks about how Ben was mentally ill but was very motivated to get better and he did. Ciara says she’s heard all of this before. Allie thinks she needs to hear it again and again, because they were so in love that people were crying after their vows. Allie calls them the picture of happily ever after and says everyone thought it was forever.

Eric admits to Nicole that he was running away because he didn’t want to face his part in this. Eric acknowledges that he acted like him doing something good excused him from her and their marriage. Eric apologizes and asks what they do now.

Philip asks Lucas what he says. Lucas hates the way EJ treats Sami like she’s his property and he can’t stand it. Lucas notes that EJ is dangerous and worries about what he might do if he finds out what happened between them. Lucas supposes that Nicole might give EJ the letter. Philip thinks it’s the best shot of Lucas getting Sami. Lucas says he wants Sami but he can’t do it like this as he loves her too much and doesn’t want to hurt her. Lucas declares that he should’ve just let the letter burn as he throws it in the trash can.

Allie remembers Ben’s vows. Ciara stops him from telling her what he said. Ciara states that she doesn’t remember and doesn’t want to remember while Allie is going on about it. Allie apologizes for upsetting her. Ciara asks how she thought she would react. Allie calls it just so sad that she and Ben can’t be together. Ciara is sorry she thinks that, but to her, she can only think of how nuts she must have been to let Ben in her life. Ciara insists that Theo is her best friend, she loves him, and he makes her feel safe. Allie gets that but asks if that’s the best reason to marry someone. Ciara thought Allie would be excited to be her maid of honor but says if she doesn’t want to do it, that’s fine. Theo arrives and asks what it is. Ciara informs him that she just asked Allie to be her maid of honor.

Ben questions Claire thinking Ciara is afraid to remember what she had with him. Claire points out that if she did remember, it would change everything for her and Theo. Ben talks about Ciara being the bravest person he ever knew and that all she cared about was that she loved him.

Nicole asks how many times Eric has asked himself what do they do now. Nicole says all she knows is that no matter what she does, she will always be a sinner and he will always be a saint. Eric says he’s far from it. Nicole knows he will find a way to forgive her, but she will never forgive herself. Nicole cries that he took his priest collar off years ago but it doesn’t change that he’s a good man who loves to help other people and that’s really hard to do with a wife, who wants his whole life and heart to herself. Eric asks what she is saying. Nicole responds that they are just two different people and she thinks she’s the best version of her when she’s with him but he’s the best version of him when he’s not with her. Eric asks what they are supposed to do. Nicole cries that there’s nothing they can do. Nicole then declares that she thinks this marriage is over.

Sami with EJ 7/20/21

EJ tells Sami that he has one more thing to say. EJ says it must have been awful for her to see Xander and Nicole heading in to the Salem Inn. EJ adds that he may find Eric tedious but he’s a good man and husband. EJ states that after everything he did to Sami, she was faithful even when he didn’t deserve it. EJ notes that Nicole betrayed Eric in their first year of marriage so he can understand why Sami did what she did. Sami thinks back to EJ saying he would’ve lost his mind if she turned to another man as EJ hugs her.

Allie agrees to be Ciara’s maid of honor which Theo says is great and notes that Chad just agreed to be his best man. Theo asks Ciara if they are really doing this tomorrow. Ciara responds that nothing in the world will stop them as they hug.

Claire encourages Ben to be the brave one now. She knows this has been so hard on him but he can’t quit. Ben agrees and declares that he has to do whatever the hell it takes to stop Ciara from marrying Theo tomorrow.

Sami kisses EJ and suggests just forgetting about tonight as they are back together and that’s all that matters, so they can forget about everything else as they continue kissing.

Philip questions if Lucas is just giving up. Lucas thinks it’s best for now but thanks Philip for trying to help. Lucas heads back upstairs. Philip then retrieves Kristen’s letter from the trash and declares that he is not giving up.

Nicole breaks down crying 7/20/21

Eric tells Nicole that he wanted to spend time with Holly as he missed her so much. Nicole cries that she missed him too, but they can still video chat and she will keep writing him letters. Eric cries that he can’t let Nicole go. Nicole tells him that he has to. Eric kisses Nicole and decides that he can leave in the morning but Nicole cries that he should go. Eric tells Nicole that he will always love her. Nicole says she will always love him as Eric then takes his suitcase and exits the apartment. Nicole then drops to the floor as she breaks down crying.

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Posted on July 20, 2021September 10, 2023 by TvMegasite Admin

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5 Reasons why Sonny and Nina in Nixon Falls Is a Good Story By Suzanne

I just started watching the show again after an absence of a few years. It’s not that I intentionally stopped watching…I just watch a lot of TV and fell behind. I was slowly, ever so slowly, catching up, but I’m still back in 2018. I’ve decided to try to watch the new ones so that I can edit our daily GH Transcripts and write some of the GH Updates while our regular writer Anthony catches up on past episodes. He’s behind, too. It’s so easy to fall behind in these busy times. The pandemic slowed some people down, but for those of us who worked at home (as well as essential workers and others), we never slowed down.

Even though I haven’t watched many episodes in the past 3 years, I do still regularly read the GH news and spoilers, and I read other fans’ posts about it on Twitter and Facebook, so I know what’s been going on.

I know that a lot of fans are not happy with the fact that Sonny has been stuck in a small town with amnesia, away from his friends and family (who think he’s dead). It’s not usually a good idea to stick one or two characters off on their own for too long because the fun of a soap is seeing everyone in the cast interact. I’m not saying I’m a huge fan of Nina and Sonny’s “romance,” but here are a few good reasons to have this story.

#1 It keeps Maurice Benard happy. He’s the star of the show, as we were reminded recently when the shows EP said it. He obviously wanted to do something different than playing the same mob boss every day. It’s good to keep him happy so he doesn’t decide to retire. I know that not everyone loves him, but he’s very popular, so I do believe the show would suffer without him. Even though they had to create a different town and set of characters, I give them props for doing a pretty good job of it. Lenny and Phyllis are very likable. Maybe Maurice just got tired of wearing suits every day….he might be enjoying wearing those blue collar shirts. 😉

#2 It was a good choice for the Cyrus storyline because getting Sonny out of the way created a lot of problems for the other people in Port Charles, and they had to band together to get rid of him.

#3 It’s forcing Jason and Carly together. Now, most of us don’t really want to see them in a romantic relationship at this point. It’s been too long since they were together (1996, to be exact). They’re great friends, and they shouldn’t screw that up. I believe the writers are only putting them together to create more conflict for Jason and Britt (not to mention, Jason and Sam) as well as making it worse for Sonny’s eventual return. Hopefully, Jason and Carly won’t actually sleep together. Thank goodness she’s too old to get pregnant, too. Well, never say never in Soap Land…

#4 Having one of the characters leave town, lose their memory, and then everyone thinks he’s dead… that’s a soap trope by now. In fact, Sonny did something similar years ago when he was stabbed and nursed back to health by Angel (who was really boring). Micky Horton on Days did it way back in 1973. Victor on Y&R has done it a few times. It happened to Tad on All My Children, too. Those story memories are just off the top of my head, so I’m sure there are many more examples.

#5 The eventual reveal will be great – when Sonny gets his memory back and finds out that Nina kept his existence a secret from his family. I’m sure Carly will have a few slaps to give, too. With a real mobster, Nina would be dead from that kind of thing, but Sonny rarely kills anyone, so most likely Nina will just be persona non grata for a while around Port Charles. It would be really great if Sonny just forgave her because he still loves her, but I’m not going to hold my breath. Will Jason and Carly be sleeping together by then? Maybe. There will be a long list of people just waiting to yell at Nina (or worse).

The only thing I don’t like about this story is that Nina is the perpetual victim. She always makes the worst choices when it comes to love: Valentin, Franco, Jax and now a married mobster. Soap characters often have these problems, but hers seem to be worst than most. She was in a coma for 12 years because her evil mother put her there to steal her money, and she stole her baby, too. She can’t have more children, and the one she did have was dead by the time she learned about her.

It’s not only too sad to have her go through so many horrible love affairs, but it makes her look really dumb to keep making such poor decisions. This time it’s not just her romantic heart on the line, but she’ll probably also have a hard time getting permission to see grandson Wiley again, too. It’s great for Cynthia Watros because she’s outstanding in the role, but I just wish that Nina would have a nice, fun fling once in a while.

Most people hate change, but life – and daytime drama – is all about change. Fans want their favorite couples to stay together forever, and that’s just not what these shows are about. I can’t wait for the fireworks when Nina is found out!

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Y&R Update Tuesday, July 20 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Christine

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At the main house, Victor called Sutton, who was at Society. Victor asked if Sutton had considered his proposal. Sutton had been wondering whether or not Victor could be trusted. Victor stated that he’d give Sutton the incriminating letter from Victor, and in exchange, Sutton would owe him a favor one day. Victor ended the call. Adam entered the main house hoping to talk to Victor about business strategy, but Victor asked if they could postpone it because he had other things on his mind. He exited into another room just as Nikki walked in. Adam asked Nikki if she knew why Victor was preoccupied. She did not. She asked how Connor was. According to Adam, he was happy to spend time alone with his mother. He’d been a little curious why Rey was there so Adam told him that he’d sent along someone he trusted. Adam admitted he was glad Rey was there, since it was probably safer for everyone. Nikki agreed. He told her she didn’t have to make polite conversation every time they were together, because he knew what she thought of him. “I might surprise you,” she replied.

Nikki thought she and Adam should be honest with each other since he was going to be living on the ranch. She stated that they had a difficult history. He didn’t think they should mince words. “We haven’t liked each other very much. Actually at all,” he replied. She agreed that was accurate, but she noticed he was trying to improve. Her first instinct was to keep a close eye on him, in case it was all an act, like in the past. “But apparently, I was wrong about you,” she admitted. She knew how difficult it was to change, and she respected his effort. He was trying to be a better man, a loving father and dedicated son, but a lot of this was uncharted territory for him. Sometimes he wished he had a road map. She told him he had an entire family invested in his success, and if he got lost, there would always be someone to put him back on the right path. She was rooting for him. That meant a lot to him. She said he ever started to backslide or he put any of them in danger, he’d go right back to be enemy number one. He said he learned a long time ago never to underestimate her. “Good. Keep it that way,” she told him, and she left the room.

Later, Victor walked into the living room, and Nikki told him Adam was gone. She asked why he’d been distracted. He noted that they were going to Italy tomorrow. She couldn’t wait. He was trying to tie up loose ends before the flight. She was glad he sent the flowers to congratulate Victoria. He said Nikki reminded him that he wasn’t handling the merger the best way and that he should’ve congratulated Victoria for pulling off quite a coup. Nikki thought that Victor had been magnanimous, but she felt that he should congratulate Victoria in person before they went to Italy. He asked if she was saying what he did wasn’t good enough. She smiled and said she was keeping him honest. “No one does it better,” he replied.

Amanda was antsy because she thought she would’ve heard something by now. She paced around her suite until Devon convinced her to sit. She asked how he could be so calm, and he said it was because he knew that if Victor said he was going to do something, he did it. He advised patience. She couldn’t handle it and jumped up to pace around again. Imani showed up and announced that they had a problem – Naya was gone. She wasn’t in her hotel room, and none of the hotel employees had seen her all day. Amanda recommended they stay calm. Naya could’ve gone on a long walk, which wouldn’t be a bail violation. Devon said he’d go and let them figure this out, but he was a phone call away.

Amanda said Naya picked the worst time to disappear. She was waiting to hear back from Victor, but they wouldn’t be able to get an acquittal without a defendant. Imani asked what they should do. Amanda said the first step was getting into Naya’s room. Imani reiterated that Naya wasn’t there. That meant they couldn’t get in. Amanda said that when she realized she had to rely on herself, she learned not to let little things get in her way. The sisters left. They returned later, and Imani admitted she thought Amanda was going to handle things differently. Amanda assumed Imani thought she’d pick the lock to Naya’s room. Imani said the important thing was that Amanda convinced security to open the door. The room had been cleaned out, and Amanda didn’t understand why an innocent woman would skip bail. “It’s easier than telling her well-meaning daughters no,” Imani suggested. She thought Naya may have left because she figured out that they were going back on their promise not to implicate Sutton in her defense. However, the last time Imani talked to Naya, it didn’t seem like Naya knew anything about that. Amanda thought there could be another possibility, but she didn’t get a chance to share her thoughts because Sutton showed up.

Sutton told his granddaughters that Naya was gone. Amanda asked Sutton if he told Naya to run. Sutton asked why he’d come to them for help if he knew where Naya was. Imani asked if that’s why Sutton really came. “Not everything I do has a sinister motive. You used to know that, Imani,” Sutton replied. Amanda maintained that Sutton was usually up to something. She still thought this was all an act. He asked what he’d done to deserve this suspicion. She thought it was time they stop pretending. She wanted him to know she was going to prove he was guilty of her father’s murder. She demanded to know where her mother was. He didn’t know, and he said they had to work together to find her. She ordered him to worry about his damn self, and he asked if that was a threat. She said she’d find her mother and she’d handle things the way she always did – alone. “Now you took my sister from me. You deprived me of my father, and I will be damned if you take my mother from me to, so you better get the hell out of here,” she snarled, and he left. Amanda told Imani to listen, because they needed to focus. In the hall, Sutton texted Victor that he was on his way.

Sutton arrived at the main house and told Victor that he’d just had an angry encounter with his granddaughters. Victor knew the feeling of being at odds with your family. The situation had given Sutton clarity – he wanted the letter, and he’d give Victor the favor some day. Victor said he thought about it and decided to give the letter to Amanda instead. Sutton asked what kind of game Victor was playing, noting that Victor had said he had no allegiance to Amanda. Victor said it had nothing to do with Amanda; he just didn’t want to help Sutton. Victor said he and Sutton had played on the edges of legality, but this was different – Sutton committed a crime and betrayed his family. Victor had no tolerance for that.

Victor said Sutton was the head of his family. There was no greater responsibility. He stated that Sutton was given the gift of two beautiful twin granddaughters, and he turned his back on them to protect himself. Sutton maintained that he’d done what he had to do. Victor thought all politicians said that. “You are no better than me. I’ve heard all the stories about your awful relationships with your own children,” Sutton snapped. Victor was sure Sutton hadn’t heard all the stories, because there were a lot of them. Victor admitted that he made mistakes, but he said he never turned his back on his family and left them to their own devices. That was why he created a company with his son and why he appointed his daughter to run the company he created. “You turned your back on your family out of selfishness, now you’re paying for that,” Victor stated. Sutton said, unlike Victor, he didn’t have billions of dollars to buy his way out of his problems. Sutton believed he’d had to remain untouchable and keep his power base secure, to make sure his family came first. Victor said Richard got in the way of that. Sutton went on a tirade about Richard. He felt that Richard wasn’t like the Ames family. Richard was a nobody who was lucky to have even made it college with that background. “And my pride and joy had to go and get herself pregnant with that… Well if that meant that two accidents of birth had to be sacrificed, then, by God, so be it. It was for the greater good. I can live with what I’ve done. Richard was a nobody. He was a gnat. And he could’ve brought down everything I’d worked for. Well that was a risk I was not willing to take. Now give me the damn letter,” Sutton growled. Amanda and Imani walked in. Sutton glared at Victor, who smiled back.

Sutton tried to do damage control, but Amanda told him they’d heard the whole thing. Sutton said he’d deny it, and Amanda revealed that she recorded every word. She said this was what she needed to save her mother and prove he had her father killed. She noted that Victor knew just how to keep Sutton talking. Amanda informed Sutton that the letter never existed. At first, Sutton was adamant that the charges would never stick, then he turned desperate and begged Amanda to tell him what she wanted. “I want my father back, you son of a bitch,” she replied.

Sharon was at Crimson Lights when she got a text from Mariah. Abby and Tessa rushed in announcing that they also received texts from Mariah. At Abby’s suggestion, they compared the messages. Mariah told Abby that she felt overwhelmed by everyone’s constant concern about her health. The text to Tessa said Mariah was extending her exploratory business trip, and she needed a break. The text to Sharon stated that Mariah had to get away from getting smothered, and she was sorry for keeping everyone guessing. Mariah’s text to Abby also said she’d be back before the next doctor’s appointment and she was taking good care of herself and the baby. They all promised to make sure Mariah didn’t feel smothered when she returned.

Tessa and Abby went home. They apologized to each other and they both took the blame for the recent tension between them. Tessa was so glad that no one from her past had taken Mariah. Abby said their fears had been implausible, but they felt real. “I’m the person who knows Mariah the best. I just – I don’t know, I figured that the mood swings were a from the pregnancy, but it was a reaction to me,” Tessa said. “And me,” Abby replied. They resolved to do better. They both felt bad that they didn’t notice Mariah was having such a hard time. They agreed that they’d give her some space when she got back. Devon came over. He thought this was all good news – Mariah was taking care of herself and the baby, and there was no tension between Abby and Tessa anymore. Tessa was still bothered by the fact that Mariah wouldn’t call any of them, and she only reached out through text. Abby said maybe Mariah was worried that if she heard their voices, she’d be tempted to come back before she was ready. Tessa guessed so. Devon decided he should go check on Amanda, and Tessa hoped everything was okay with her. Abby thanked him for talking her down the other day by reminding her what Chance would say to her. Devon said she had a good guy who loved her and put her first. She felt lucky to have Devon remind her of that.

Sharon had just said goodnight to the last customer and was getting ready to close when Adam arrived asking if he was too late. She said she never turned down someone in need of a cup of coffee. She admitted it might not be her business, but she was curious how Connor and Chelsea were. He said it was definitely her business since she was the one who convinced him to let Chelsea take Connor to Minnesota, and… Sharon finished his thought by noting that Rey got recruited into going on the trip. He said it was going well, according to Chelsea and Connor. He asked if Rey agreed. Sharon had talked to Rey, but he didn’t ever say much about his work. She hoped Adam wouldn’t regret her advice to let Connor go with his mom. He said he had to work hard to sell Victor on the idea. He admitted Victor wasn’t entirely wrong about the risk. There was a chance this became a problem later – what if Chelsea wanted to move near Anita, or anywhere else. She’d push to have Connor live with her permanently. He felt strongly that Connor should live with him and that he should be the custodial parent. “Even if Chelsea does get a clean bill of health,” Sharon said. Sharon could tell Adam was holding something back, and she assured him that he could talk to her about anything.

“Chelsea faked her breakdown?,” a shocked Sharon said, as she sat at the table with Adam. “To a degree,” he replied. He stated that Chelsea wasn’t well, no one who did what she did to Rey could be. Chelsea was convinced Adam betrayed her, and her mind took her to some dark places. Sharon asked why someone with a good reputation like Dr. Hedges would get involved, and Adam said it was for the money. Sharon was surprised Adam was going along with Victor’s plan, given Chelsea’s objective was to frame him. Adam said he had no idea what his father had done, since he’d been on the run. When he came back… Sharon stated that he was in the hospital donating a kidney to Faith. When he learned the truth, he kept his mouth shut because he didn’t want Connor’s mom in prison, and he hoped being in the mental hospital would help her heal. Sharon understood why he made this decision.

Adam said he blamed himself for so much of what happened. He knew lying about her mental state was just the beginning of Chelsea’s crimes. He tried not to dwell on it since she had their son right now, but when push came to shove, Chelsea always reverted to form. Sharon pointed out that some people might say the same about Adam. He conceded her point. He’d just had a conversation with Nikki about that very thing. Sharon assumed Nikki thought the worst of him. Adam said Nikki was giving him the benefit of the doubt for now. He hoped Sharon would have as much faith that he could pull this off. “You really have to ask?,” she replied.

Adam was getting satisfaction from putting in the work to try and be a decent person instead of reveling in being bad. Every day was a new challenge, but he liked it. He thought of all the time and energy he invested in creating conflict, not to mention the weight of all the hate and anger. He wished he’d come to this realization a long time ago. Sharon said you couldn’t always force change. He thought about how sure Chelsea was that he’d steal Connor from her. She was primed to think the worst of him. He thought maybe letting Chelsea take Connor on the trip would have unexpected dividends. Sharon suggested it could be important for Chelsea to see he trusted her. He said maybe Chelsea would see him in a different light. Sharon asked when Adam started caring what other people thought. “It has always been important to me what you think of me. You know that,” he told her. She smiled. “Worry about the rest of the world, right. We’re fine,” she replied.

Sharon was walking away from the table as Adam said he missed her. She suggested he was just lonely because he and Chelsea were through and Connor was gone, but he said it was deeper than that, and it’d never change. She replied that Faith was waiting, and she had to leave. He thanked her for staying open. Her back was turned, but he lingered for a moment and stared at her before he left. As Sharon closed up, she had several flashbacks to emotionally charged and tender moments with Adam. She remembered telling him she wanted to help him out of the dark place he was in. She flashed back to thanking him for risking his freedom to rescue Faith. She’d said she’d never forget what he was willing to sacrifice for her and her daughter. She remembered him telling her that she was part of him, and she always would be. “You see me, Sharon. You see me in a way no one’s been able to. Not even Chelsea,” he’d said. He knew nothing could come of it, though. Sharon then remembered the time she told Adam that they weren’t going to get back together. She’d admitted she’d never love Rey the way she’d loved Adam, but that didn’t mean her love for Rey wasn’t strong. She said Rey gave her strength, but things were complicated with Adam. After the flashbacks, Sharon left.

Adam was alone in his darkened office with a drink in his hand. He remembered trying to convince Sharon not to let him get taken to the mental hospital. He begged her to save him, and she said she couldn’t. He flashed back to the time they went to Kansas because of AJ Montalvo. She told him to rest, and she’d promised she wouldn’t leave him. He then flashed back to telling Sharon how he felt about her. She’d insisted that he loved Chelsea, not her. Adam had maintained that he and Sharon were meant to be. He remembered pulling her into a kiss at Society.

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B&B Short Recap Monday, July 19, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Real life fashion photographer Ellen von Unwerth takes photos of Brooke in a shoot for a magazine. Ridge comes in and says hi to their “old friend.” He makes flirty comments about Brooke, so Ellen insists that he get in the shot with Brooke. Ridge didn’t know about the shoot, so Brooke flirts back with her and they kiss. Later, they see the online photos and realize that they were mislabeled, saying that Ridge and Brooke are Co-CEO’s. Ridge knows that Steffy might be upset if she sees that. Meanwhile, Carter and Quinn try to say goodbye, but they make love twice instead. Quinn feels “at peace” about ending her marriage because of Carter. She no longer feels the pressure of being married to Eric and not measuring up.

At Forrester, Paris tells Zende that she was just on the phone to a moving company because the lease is almost up on Zoe’s place. They discuss the scandal with, Quinn and Carter. At home, Finn suggests to Steffy that they get married right now, but she wants a big wedding and to meet his parents. He wonders if Liam is the reason for the delay, but she assures him he’s not.

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Y&R Short Recap Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 by Eva Diaz

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Abby, Sharon, and Tessa all get text messages from Mariah telling them she needed a break after her business meetings. Mariah promises she will be back before her next doctor’s appointment. Tessa still wonders why Mariah is only sending them text messages instead of calling them.

Adam and Sharon have a long talk where he tells Sharon that Chelsea faked her mental illness so she wouldn’t go to jail. Adam also tells Sharon that he misses her. Sharon tells Adam that he is just saying that because he is lonely right now. Sharon tells Adam that she has to get home to Faith so Adam heads home and Sharon closes Crimson lights and heads home.

Victor tells Sutton that he has a letter from Amanda’s father Richard that could keep him from going to jail for his murder. Victor tells Sutton that he will give him the letter in exchange for doing him a favor in the future. Victor gives Sutton time to think and tells him to give him an answer by the end of the day.

Amanda and Imani are busy looking for Naya who it appears has packed her things and jumped bail. Sutton speaks to Amanda and Imani because he is worried Naya is missing. Amanda makes it clear to Sutton that she will prove he ordered her father be killed.

Sutton goes to the Newman Ranch to tell Victor to give him the letter in exchange for a favor in the future. Victor tells Sutton that he won’t give him the letter because he doesn’t like a man who has turned his back on his family. Sutton pleads with Victor to give him the letter and explains to Victor he had Richard killed because his family’s reputation would be ruined if people found out Naya was pregnant with twins from a man who wasn’t from her same social class. Amanda and Imani come out of their hiding place in the next room and Amanda tells Sutton that they recorded his confession. Amanda also tells Sutton Richard never wrote Victor a letter implicating him as his killer.

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Days Short Recap Monday, July 19, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Michele and Cheryl

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Xander told Eric that Nicole cheated on him. Eric said he was lying. He wanted Xander to leave the pub. Xander told Eric that he left Nicole alone for too long. Xander said he was the one Nicole slept with. He said she loved every minute of it. Eric didn’t believe him so Xander gave details about what happened. He looked at Sami to back what he was saying. Eric asked Sami to confirm what Xander was saying. Sami said she saw Xander and Nicole going to the Salem Inn. Sami said she was trying to get information before telling him the truth. Nicole said that wasn’t true. She said she got her own room. Brady tried to say that Nicole’s room being a corporate expense. Xander told Eric that Nicole enjoyed their night together. Eric ended up hitting him. Roman and John threw Xander out of the pub. Before Xander left, he said Nicole gave him a job to keep him quiet. Brady and Chloe were disgusted at the idea of Nicole sleeping with Xander. Brady thought about Nicole confessing to sleeping with Xander.

Brady told Chloe that he wasn’t going to let Xander get away with ruining Nicole’s marriage. He went after Xander. Marlena said the look on Nicole’s face proved that Xander was telling the truth about the affair. Eric asked Nicole why she hired Xander. Chloe interrupted to defend Nicole. Sami wanted Nicole to tell Eric the whole story. Marlena told Sami to stay out of it. Eric wanted Nicole to tell him the truth. She apologized to him. He walked out. Marlena and Roman followed him. Chloe comforted Nicole. When Sami wanted to leave the pub with EJ, Nicole stopped her. Sami and Nicole argued with each other. Sami reminded Nicole about not committing adultery. Nicole told her she didn’t have the right to judge her. Nicole walked out of the pub. Belle told John that she thought Sami set everything up. Eric broke down in tears when he went home. Roman and Marlena showed up to comfort Eric. They said Eric and Nicole’s love could get them through anything. Eric said it wouldn’t this time. He asked then to leave so he could be alone. He picked up his wedding picture and threw it across the room. Nicole showed up crying. Brady went to see Xander at the Horton House. Brady asked him what he got out of humiliating Nicole. Brady told him he didn’t have a job anymore. Brady noticed the briefcase of money. He wanted to know who paid him off. Xander said it wasn’t his business. Chloe showed up. Xander left the room. Brady told her someone paid Xander off to expose Nicole. They thought Sami did it. EJ asked Sami what Nicole meant at the pub. He said it sounded like an accusation. He asked what sin she committed.

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Days Short Recap Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 by Michele and Cheryl

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EJ questioned Sami about Nicole’s humiliation. He thought it was strange that Nicole talked about Sami not being someone to judge her. Sami didn’t take the bait and say anything about herself. He kept asking her how Nicole was exposed in front of a room full of people. He also wondered how Sami managed not to say anything about what happened to Eric. She said she didn’t want to hurt Eric. Nicole tried to talk to Eric about being with Xander. He was ready to go, but she told him about leaving town for so long. He didn’t think she should have been with Xander when she hated him the same way he did. She knew that and wanted to talk about what happened as man and wife. Theo asked Chad to be his best man. Ciara asked Allie to be her maid of honor. She told her about how great Theo was and that she loved him. Claire told Ben that Ciara and Theo were getting married. Eric told Nicole that they did talk and made a decision. She reminded him how they agreed to help his niece. He said she agreed to do it. She told him how she didn’t expect to be alone. He didn’t think that justified what she did. He said that if things were bad she should have told him. She told him that she tried to tell him. She was going to send an email. Philip said that Lucas should get Nicole to give EJ the letter from Kristen. He told Lucas that Sami would never forgive him if he gave the letter to EJ.

EJ was surprised that Sami didn’t say anything after Xander told what happened. Sami didn’t feel the need to say anything. He thought something else was at play. He wanted to know what she wasn’t telling him. She said she was ready to confess. Sami admitted that she paid Xander to admit to what happened with Xander. EJ loved it and couldn’t believe she did it. She said she didn’t enjoy it, but she thought Eric needed to know the truth. Eric and Nicole continued to talk about what she did. Eric blamed himself for what happened. Ben couldn’t believe that Ciara would marry Theo on their anniversary. Claire said she didn’t know about it. Ben told her that he told her it was their wedding date. Allie asked Ciara if she wanted to hurt Ben by getting married on their anniversary. Ciara said she wanted to remember it as the day she married her best friend. She didn’t want it to be remembered as the day she married a serial killer. Chad thought he and Theo might be rushing into getting married. Theo said Ciara wanted to get married on her anniversary. Allie continued to talk to Ciara about Ben changing. Ciara heard all of it before. Allie told her how she and Ben were in love. Philip wanted Lucas to go to Nicole and give her the letter. Lucas loved Sami too much to do that to her. He threw the letter in the garbage. Allie talked to Ciara about the wedding, but she didn’t want to hear it.

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GH Short Recap Monday, July 19, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021July 22, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Sonny phones Nina to tell her about Larry’s tumor. Nina will meet them back “home” in Nixon Falls and will pay for his treatment. Sonny convinces Larry to let Nina do that. Nina is sorry to leave Wiley; she has a chat with Willow. Meanwhile, Brooklyn lets Maxie say goodbye to Louise when she takes her to the hospital for her checkup (Maxie is leaving town). They run into Austin; Brook Lynn is rude to him. Maxie has a short chat with him and is surprised to learn that he’s Brook Lynn’s cousin. In Ryan’s Bar in New York, Valentin and Anna track down the pilot who was supposed to pick up Peter and the baby, but he tells them it didn’t happen. They wonder where Peter went.

At the Metro Court, the teens chat and hang out at the pool. Josslyn tells Trina about her and Cam. She’s relieved when Trina tells her that she’s fine with it. Upstairs, Spencer keeps giving his dad a hard time about Ava. Spencer sees Ava and tells her they can get a no-fault divorce in 2 weeks. She wishes it were sooner. She and Austin run into each other at the bar. He can tell that she and Nikolas are still a thing because they keep stealing glances. She tells Austin about her stalker. Spencer leaves and greets his old pals Cam and Joss at the pool.

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GH Update Monday, July 19, 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Sonny phones Nina to let her know that he’s at a New York hospital with Lenny and Phyllis. They need her because Lenny has a tumor. She panics at first when he says “New York,” worried that he might be in Port Charles. She is shocked to hear about Lenny and immediately offers to help out. He tells her they’re going back to Nixon Falls, so she’ll meet them there and help Lenny pay for any cancer treatments he might need. Sonny tells her that he misses her. Nina is spending time with Wiley but tells Willow that she has to leave for a while to help her friends. She wonders if Willow and Chase might want to have more children, but Willow admits they haven’t really talked about it. When Nina mentions Mike, Willow says she hopes to meet him one day. Nina tells her that Wiley is the only man in her life right now.

Lenny and Phyllis sit in the waiting room at the hospital and reminisce about their first meeting, when he was finishing. Sonny arrives and lets them know that Nina will be meeting them and that she’ll pay for any treatment Lenny needs. He objects, but Sonny tells him that they owe him a lot, and his life and health are more important than his pride. Sonny’s voice breaks when he pledges that they’ll fight the cancer together. Lenny gets called in to see the doctor, so Sonny consoles Phyllis.

Valentin and Anna hang out at Ryan’s Bar (ha!), waiting for the helicopter pilot that supposedly helped Peter escape with Maxie’s baby. The man comes in, so Anna goes over and makes small talk with him. He starts talking about his dead sister, but then he realizes that Anna is a bit too interested. He tries to get rough with her, but Valentin slams him down on the bar. They question him about what happened. He tells them that he never picked up Peter because he couldn’t get close enough to the roof of General Hospital. Anna wonders where Peter went, then.

Brook Lynn takes baby Louise/Bailey to GH to get a checkup. She’s arranged for Maxie to casually run into them as well, so she she can say goodbye to her daughter. Austin walks up to say hi, but Brook Lynn tells him to go away. She’s suspicious that he’s not really a Quartermaine. He seems mildly amused at her attitude. While Brook Lynn takes the baby in to the doctor, Maxie asks Austin about his background. He tells her that his parents were Jimmy Lee Holt and Charity Gatlin. She knows all about them from reading Lucy Coe’s book, and Edward’s unauthorized biography. Austin is surprised to hear that Maxie is leaving town, so she confides that being around little Bailey when she misses her own daughter has been too difficult for her. When Brook Lynn returns, Maxie demands to know why she didn’t tell her that Austin was her cousin. She’s worried that he’ll remember that her baby didn’t get kidnapped, but Brook Lynn assures her that he won’t. In a sad scene, Maxie says goodbye to Louise.

Meanwhile, Nikolas and Spencer are chatting at a table at the Metro Court about Cassadine Industries. Nikolas sees Ava and takes her aside to tell her that the fastest divorce they can get is a “no fault divorce,” which will take two weeks. She’s not happy to hear that it will take that long, and she’s worried about Avery. Nikolas gets a little suspicious when Spencer mentions a detail about Ava’s stalker. Spencer tells him that it was posted by someone on social media. Spencer keeps needling Nikolas about Ava.

Ava and Austin run into each other at the Metro Court bar and catch up. She tells him that she and Nikolas are getting divorced. He’s sympathetic. He can tell that she and Nikolas are pretending to ignore each other but still keep looking over at each other. She tells him about the stalker and about why Avery is with Carly. He says it’s a shame whenever parents are separated from their child. When he inadvertently mentions Maxie losing her child (in comparison to Ava being away from Avery), she gets a bit annoyed, saying it’s not the same thing.

Josslyn and Trina are hanging out at the Metro Court pool. Trina just got off the phone with Spencer, whom she knows only as Victor. She has sympathy for him because he grew up without a mom. Josslyn tells her that she and Cam kissed on the Fourth of July. Trina tells her that she could tell they were together, but she’s not mad because she’s no longer interested in Cam. Josslyn is relieved. Cam was with the girls but then went to get drinks so they could chat. After he comes back, he’s rubbing lotion on Josslyn’s back when Spencer arrives, calling him a “townie,” like old times. They’re shocked when they look up to see that Spencer has grown so tall.

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Sonny: I know you’re busy. I didn’t mean to bother you. I just — I didn’t really want to make this call.

Nina: Mike, what’s wrong?

Sonny: We need you. Lenny, Phyllis, and me. Is there any way you can come home?

Nina: I don’t understand. What’s going on?

Sonny: I promised Lenny back in Nixon Falls that I wasn’t gonna say anything.

Nina: Wait, back in Nixon Falls? Where are you?

Sonny: We’re all in New York.

Nina: New York?

Valentin: Thank you. We’re hanging in an Irish bar. I’m not drinking a domestic beer.

Anna: Oh, god. Is it warm?

Valentin: Oh, yeah.

Anna: [ Scoffs ] Did you get anything else from the bartender?

Valentin: That the nurse at New York Methodist is right. The medevac pilot, he’s a regular here.

Anna: Okay. So when he gets here —

Valentin: I know, I know. Subtle. It’s your show.

Anna: Yes. It is. Because right now, this — this could be the way to track Peter down and maybe find Maxie’s baby.

Brook Lynn: Hi, Deanna. Bailey and I are here for her checkup.

Deanna: Why, hello, Bailey.

Brook Lynn: [ Chuckles ]

Deanna: Are you extra pretty today? [ Chuckles ] I can’t decide who she looks like — you or Mr. Cassadine.

Brook Lynn: You know babies. One minute they look just like you, and the next they’re a dead ringer for Winston Churchill.

Deanna: I’ll see if the doctors are ready for you.

Brook Lynn: Great. Thanks.

Maxie: Brook Lynn.

Brook Lynn: Uh, what are you doing here?

Maxie: I hope everything’s okay with Bailey.

Brook Lynn: Oh, yeah, just a checkup. Look who’s here, Bailey.

Maxie: Thank you for arranging this meet-up.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, of course. You said it was your last chance to see her before you have to leave. And with Monica working from home, today was our best shot.

Maxie: Oh, yeah. The last thing I need is another gentle conversation with Monica about my fixation on “your” baby.

Austin: As I live and breathe. What are you two up to?

Josslyn: Was that your mystery man?

Trina: Don’t know why I gave that guy my number. I guess I felt sorry for him.

Josslyn: Oh? And what did he do to deserve your pity?

Trina: It’s not pity. Victor — he grew up without a mom. There’s something lost and lonely about him.

Josslyn: You like him.

Trina: Yeah. Same way I like stray puppies.

Nikolas: So, anyway, that is what’s happening with Cassadine industries. Are you sure this isn’t boring?

Spencer: I find it all fascinating. I especially love seeing you back in charge.

Nikolas: I’m flattered, but I have to ask, shouldn’t you be spending time with friends?

Spencer: I plan to, but right now, there’s no place I’d rather be.

Nikolas: Back at you, son. I feel exactly the same way.

Spencer: Even if it means your wife isn’t part of it?

Nina: Uh, wait, where in New York?

Sonny: Uh, somewhere in Manhattan. New York Methodist hospital. Lenny is sick.

Nina: Oh, no. How sick?

Sonny: It’s bad. He, uh… he doesn’t have much time. He needs you. I need you.

Brook Lynn: How is what we’re doing any of your business?

Maxie: Brook Lynn!

Austin: I was just —

Brook Lynn: Oh, you just figured because you claim to be my family, which, by the way, we’ve heard a thousand times before, that somehow my business is now your business?

Austin: Really?

Brook Lynn: Okay, well, it isn’t. Maxie and I were just talking, so you can run along. Shoo. Don’t let my footwear hit you in the butt on the way out.

Austin: How’s my former patient?

Deanna: The doctor is ready to see Bailey.

Brook Lynn: Thanks, Deanna. Excuse me. Private family business.

Maxie: Um, so you and Brook Lynn are related? How did I miss that?

Austin: I don’t even know where to begin.

Maxie: How about why you left your cozy country practice to join the staff here? Let’s start there.

Austin: Okay, well… Maxie, you of all people know just how quickly life can change.

Josslyn: So, tell me more about Victor.

Trina: Uh, he’s excessively fond of the park. How about you tell me what I missed on the Fourth after I took off?

Josslyn: You’re deflecting.

Trina: You’re right. I am. Glad you got that. Did you and cam do anything besides stay and watch the fireworks?

Josslyn: Actually, I’ve been waiting for the right moment to tell you.

Trina: Tell me what? Please, no. “Please, no” what? Please, no you and Cam. Don’t tell me you guys are at it again.

Nikolas: Ava, join us, please.

Ava: No, no, I don’t — I don’t want to intrude. Besides, we’ve — we’ve said everything that we need to say at Wyndemere.

Nikolas: T-that’s not quite true. I have something to tell you that’s gonna affect us and our future.

Sonny: So, what happened was we came here, um, for a second opinion on Lenny’s heart. And… instead, they found a tumor.

Nina: A tumor? Well, I wish I would have known. I would have dropped everything to be there.

Sonny: That’s why Lenny didn’t want me to tell you, ’cause he didn’t, you know, want to interrupt you with your grandson.

Nina: Well, as it happens, I’m with him right now. And his mother.

Sonny: As you should be. I’m gonna let you go, okay?

Nina: No, no, Mike, she’s helping Wiley get ready. I have a lot of time. I can talk to you.

Sonny: Nina, listen, there’s one thing I need to ask you, and I hate to ask you, and I know Lenny would hate that I’m asking you.

Nina: Well, you don’t need to ask. Cancer treatments cost a fortune. I would love to help.

Anna: Okay, so if our Mr. Hopkins makes a move, or he heads for the exit —

Valentin: He’s not getting past me.

Anna: Yes, but subtle. He’s — oh, I think we’re a go.

Hopkins: The usual. Thank you.

Anna: Oh, I just don’t have any bars in here at all. It’s like — do you have service? Hmm.

Hopkins: Let me take a shot. Mm… you’re from London.

Anna: Oh, wow, you’re good. For an American.

Maxie: I was surprised to learn that you had moved to Port Charles. You seemed so at home in Pautuck where you delivered my baby in the woods. Thank you again for that.

Austin: Oh, right time, right place. Just wish I could have been able to stop whoever took your baby. Any word about little Louise?

Maxie: No, not yet. Um, anyway, we were talking about you. No evading this time. How exactly are you related to Brook Lynn?

Austin: She’s my cousin.

Maxie: Oh, don’t tell me you’re a Quartermaine.

Austin: Guilty as charged.

Maxie: Oh, first thing you need to know about that family — never admit guilt unless you already know you’re getting away with it.

Austin: Getting away with what?

Maxie: Mm, doesn’t matter. So back to how you’re related to Brook Lynn.

Austin: My full name is Austin Gatlin-Holt. My mother was Charity Gatlin.

Maxie: Oh, that — what? That makes your father Jimmy Lee Holt, one of Edward Quartermaine’s illegitimate children.

Austin: How’d you know that?

Maxie: It’s all in Lucy Coe’s book, “The Travel Guide to Port Charles.”

Austin: [ Chuckles ] That’s a thing?

Maxie: Yeah, you can buy it online.

Austin: Oh.

Maxie: It’s also in Edward’s unauthorized biography. So, how are your parents, anyway?

Austin: Well, my father died about six months ago.

Maxie: Oh, my god. I’m so sorry. Wait, so is that why you’re here in Port Charles? To connect with your family?

Austin: Yeah. Why? You thought I was here for some other reason?

Cameron: Hey, guys. Am I butting in on some girl talk?

Josslyn: Oh, no, actually, Trina and i were just talking about the Fourth of July.

Cameron: Best day ever.

Trina: The Fourth? Really? Not birthdays or Christmas?

Cameron: What about them?

Nikolas: Spencer, would you excuse us for a moment?

Spencer: Gladly. Whatever the two of you need to, um…

Nikolas: Stay put. I-I won’t be long. I’ve spoken to Martin. He’s suggesting something called a “no-fault divorce.”

Ava: Okay. What do we have to do?

Nikolas: Both parties have to agree that our marriage has “broken down irrevocably” for at least six months.

Ava: And you’ll agree to that?

Nikolas: If that’s what you want. But it will take at least six weeks to be finalized.

Ava: Six weeks?

Nikolas: It’s the quickest option we have.

Ava: No, I — it’s just that the stalker can do a lot of damage in six weeks.

Nikolas: I’ll make sure that the bodyguard is ever present and out of sight, just like he is today.

Ava: What about Avery?

Nikolas: Avery is safe with Carly.

Ava: For another six weeks. But okay. A no-fault divorce it is. And the sooner our lawyers get started on it, the better for everyone.

Lenny: I was fishing in the river.

Phyllis: I remember.

Lenny: When my line got tangled.

Phyllis: You were so mad.

Lenny: And I lost the flathead I’d been trying to catch. And then I heard you laughing.

Phyllis: [ Laughs ] Because it was funny.

Lenny: Not to me, it wasn’t.

Phyllis: I could see that, too.

Lenny: I was about to give whoever was laughing what for. Then I looked and saw you.

Phyllis: Mm, and you forgot about that fish.

Lenny: Now, you know that’s not how this story goes.

[ Both laugh ]

Phyllis: I would like it to go that way just once.

Lenny: The story is not as good if I’m not mad at you about rooting for the fish.

Phyllis: You got a point there.

Lenny: And why were you rooting for the fish?

Phyllis: Because I always root for the underdog.

Lenny: I was the underdog. That fish had the upper hand, and it doesn’t even have hands.

Phyllis: When I asked what you’re gonna do when you caught that fish, you said “bring him in, weigh him, throw him back, and catch him again.” That’s how I knew you had respect for life and much more patience than anyone could ever guess.

Lenny: Don’t tell anybody.

Phyllis: Your secret’s safe with me.

Lenny: [ Chuckles ]

Anna: So, I-I’m new in town, you know — oh, thank you. Big Apple. [ Chuckles ] Does anybody call it that anymore?

Hopkins: No.

Anna: No, I didn’t think so. Can be quite intimidating, you know. I mean, unless you have somebody that can, uh, show you the ropes.

Hopkins: You get used to it.

Anna: Are you a newcomer as well?

Hopkins: You could say that.

Anna: Oh, something that we have in common. So, what brought you here? Um…a job, a-a new life? Trying to reinvent yourself?

Hopkins: Trying to forget.

Anna: Ah. A woman.

Hopkins: Sort of. My sister. She’s, uh… she’s dead.

Anna: I’m sorry.

Hopkins: Thanks.

Anna: Well, I guess… something else we have in common. My sister died recently as well.

Sonny: Thanks, Nina. I-I knew you’d want to help.

Nina: Of course I want to help. Thank you for asking me.

Sonny: Now we just got to convince Lenny and Phyllis to accept.

Nina: Yeah. Yeah. Well, this is Lenny’s life that we are talking about. Of course I would always help. And pride be damned. After all the kindness that Phyllis and Lenny have shown me, I want to do something for them in return.

Sonny: They’ll be very happy, eventually.

Nina: Well, you’re just gonna have to convince them.

Sonny: After they give me hell for calling you in the first place.

[ Both laugh ]

Nina: So I could probably get a plane ticket to New York tonight.

Sonny: No, you don’t have to do that ’cause we’re heading — we’re heading home tomorrow.

Nina: Okay, great. Well, then I’ll see you in Nixon Falls tomorrow. In the meantime, if there is anything else that you need…

Sonny: Just you. I mean, you know what I mean.

Nina: No. I know what you mean, Mike. I miss you, too.

Willow: Somebody can’t wait to hit the water.

Nina: Just — just one second, okay?

Willow: Take your time. We’ll be outside.

Nina: No, uh, you don’t have to — you don’t have to go anywhere. Just one second, okay? Um, hey, I-I should run. The man of my dreams just walked in.

Sonny: Competition, huh? I know who’s gonna win this round. I’ll see you later.

Nina: Yeah, just give Phyllis and Lenny my love, okay? And, um, remember, don’t take no for an answer.

Sonny: Done and done.

Nina: Goodbye.

Willow: Sorry for interrupting.

Nina: Are you kidding? Your timing — it was perfect. It was perfect. Hey, Wiley. May I?

Willow: Yeah.

Nina: Wiley is just the medicine that I need. How are you, my man? I am so blessed to have you in my life.

Willow: Nina, what’s wrong? Bad news or…?

Nina: It’s, um — I found out a friend of mine is — is sick. And so just when Wiley and i are getting to know each other again… …I’m gonna have to leave him.

Maxie: Well, um, good luck with the Quartermaines. I really wish I could be around to see the fireworks.

Austin: Why won’t you be around? You going someplace?

Maxie: It’s been difficult to see Brook Lynn with her baby. She’s been very nice about it and has been letting me spend time with Bailey. We both thought it would help, but —

Austin: But every time you see Bailey, you see Louise.

Maxie: You have no idea. Hey, how was Bailey’s checkup?

Brook Lynn: My little angel passed with flying colors. So, did I miss anything?

Austin: Just tragedy. Miss Maxie’s leaving as soon as I’m getting settled into town. Best of luck.

Maxie: Yeah, you too. I think maybe you’ll need it more than I will.

Austin: That might be the case. Bye, cuz. I’ll see you when I see you. Unless you see me first.

Brook Lynn: Okay, spill. What does he know?

Maxie: More than I do. How come you didn’t tell me he was your cousin?

Trina: You know what would be totally fun and awesome to do right now?

Cameron: Go for a dip in the pool?

Josslyn: Yeah, I’m in.

Trina: No, this is even better. Let’s look at our classes.

Josslyn: Right now?

Cameron: I mean, we have all summer to do that, Trina. The pool, it’s like —

Trina: Is the pool going anywhere, Cam?

Cameron: Well, no.

Trina: But we are. To PCU. Oh, did you know that you can shop for your classes? Sit in on whatever you like, and then decide whether you want to take it or not? Isn’t that wild?

Josslyn: Yeah.

Trina: Like this humanities program. It says here this course presents readings from various countries and cultures. And I think we could all agree we could all use more exposure to other people. Or have you guys already decided what you want?

Cameron: Pretty much.

Josslyn: Cam, could you, uh, go get us something from the bar?

Cameron: Sure.

Josslyn: Thanks.

Trina: Well?

Josslyn: Do you remember when we vowed to never, ever let a boy come in between us?

Trina: Yeah, I remember. Why?

Josslyn: Well, first off, I need you to trust me when I tell you that that is still true.

Ava: Spencer is looking a little antsy. You shouldn’t keep him waiting any longer. Thank you for the update. And… just have Martin call Scott, okay?

Nikolas: Ava.

Ava: Broken down irrevocably. Remember?

Spencer: I’m sorry this is upsetting you, but maybe it’s better this way.

Nikolas: Better how?

Spencer: Ava might not be my favorite person, but if someone is trying to freak her out with something like a cockroach in Plexiglas…

Nikolas: How do you know about that?

Anna: What was your sister’s name?

Hopkins: Marie. My baby sister. Just a few years younger than me. Such a beautiful girl. And so smart. Too smart for her own good.

Anna: How so?

Hopkins: She was a risk-taker. Could… get herself into trouble. This time, she died doing the right thing, trying to save a baby.

Anna: Oh. She was a hero, then.

Hopkins: Mother was trying to run off with the kid, keep her from the dad. What kind of person does that?

Anna: I don’t know. So your sister, she rescued this baby from the mother and… what, gave her to the father?

Hopkins: Well, like I said, she tried, but… never got the chance. She fell, literally fell into a hole and… wait a second. What’s it to you?

Anna: Nothing. I’m just lending an ear.

Hopkins: No. Something’s going on here. Who the hell are you?

Sonny: Can I come in?

Lenny: Of course.

Phyllis: We’ve been wondering where you’ve been.

Sonny: Well, I just — I talked to the doctor and I told them to get started while I talked to you. We need to get a-a jump on fighting this thing.

Lenny: Well, thanks for taking charge, but —

Phyllis: But there’s no way we can afford it.

Sonny: Now, listen. You don’t have to worry about that. We — we got this.

Lenny: Who’s “we”?

Phyllis: You called Nina, didn’t you?

Wiley: [ Speaks indistinctly ]

Nina: Yeah, my friend in Nixon Falls. Not the one I was talking to, but another friend, he was just diagnosed with cancer.

Willow: Oh, my god.

Nina: Yeah, and if they don’t throw everything at it, then…

Willow: Of course you’d want to go to them. Look, Wiley will be disappointed about missing your pool date, but if you have to go —

Nina: No, no, no. I don’t have to miss the pool day. I-I want to spend as much time as I possibly can with this little guy. Mike is gonna take care of things on their end, and he’s gonna keep me posted.

Willow: I think I like this Mike person.

Wiley: Look at this red thing.

Willow: Yeah, look at that. Maybe we’ll get to meet him someday.

Wiley: It’s broken.

Nina: Well, the only man in my life right now is my grandson.

Josslyn: There we were, thinking about everything we got wrong. I mean, all of the signals that had gotten crossed or misinterpreted. And then we were… well, you know, it was… yeah.

Trina: Well, Joss, I have to say, I’m a bit shocked.

Josslyn: Trina —

Trina: Shocked that it took you guys so long.

Josslyn: Wait, so you knew?

Trina: When you and Cam were at my graduation party, I thought you guys were acting a bit different, but I didn’t want to say anything.

Josslyn: So you’re not mad.

Trina: Why would I be mad that my two best friends finally wised up and realized that they’re meant to be together?

Josslyn: Well, because for a while, you and Cam —

Trina: Joss, please. That is so high school. We’ve matured since then. We’re four years away from being college graduates.

Josslyn: So you’re genuinely happy for me and Cam?

Trina: I’m happy for Cam. I feel nothing but pity for you.

[ Both chuckle ]

Cameron: Hey, so I got us some Shirley Temples. We can get sodas anywhere, so… a-are we good here?

[ Both laugh ]

Brook Lynn: I didn’t tell you Austin claims to be my cousin because I don’t know if it’s true. Quartermaines get pretenders all the time. And we all were quite shocked when he made his big announcement… except Monica. I swear, that woman, she has ice in her veins.

Maxie: Okay, well, can she give me a transfusion? ‘Cause I’m kind of freaking out right now that Austin’s gonna recognize you from that night in the woods. He could blow our whole story wide open.

Brook Lynn: Maxie, we have been over this. Austin was completely unconscious in the woods. He doesn’t remember a thing. And how do I know this? Because he’s already seen me quite a few times and hasn’t made the connection.

Maxie: Doesn’t mean he won’t.

Brook Lynn: He’s way too busy trying to vindicate his late father to pay attention to anything else. Don’t worry about Austin, Maxie. He might be a minor problem for the Quartermaines, but not for your baby.

Austin: Hi. Can I get a rye Manhattan on the rocks, please? Hello.

Ava: Hi. Austin.

Austin: Hi, Ava.

Ava: [ Chuckles ]

Austin: You remember me. That’s a good sign.

Ava: Oh, yeah. Well, I may have been, shall we say, “spirited” the night we met, but I was not unconscious. It’s nice to see you again.

Austin: Likewise. I’m glad to see you. I’m glad it’s not an unhappy reunion. So, your husband’s here. You two are still doing that thing.

Ava: What thing exactly?

Austin: You know, where you try and prove to yourself and everybody else that you belong apart by showing up at the same time at the same place. How’s that working out for you?

Nikolas: Stop trying to change the subject. How did you know about the cockroach that was sent to Ava? You were half a world away.

Spencer: It happened at a restaurant. Some customer posted it online and people freaked out and it blew up on social media. And I saw it.

Nikolas: Did it? Can I see?

Spencer: You could have at the time. I think someone from the Port Charles Grill got in contact with the poster and had it wiped. It’s not there anymore.

Nikolas: Is that right?

Spencer: I’m kind of glad, too. It was disgusting. I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy. Not even Ava.

Ava: You would know that everybody runs into each other at the Metro Court. I mean, there are other restaurants, of course.

Spencer: Father.

Nikolas: Hmm.

Spencer: Don’t.

Nikolas: I don’t know what you mean.

Spencer: Except clearly you do. Maybe it’s time to turn the page. It certainly looks like Ava has.

Anna: I just was pointing out that we both lost sisters recently.

Hopkins: Why are you so interested in my sister? What the hell is this?

Valentin: Move and I break your wrist.

Anna: Oi, this isn’t subtle.

Bartender: Hey!

Valentin: No?

Bartender: I don’t know who the hell —

Valentin: NYPD! Go clean some glasses! Apologize to the lady.

Anna: Stay where you are.

Hopkins: I’m sorry.

Valentin: You gonna talk now, flyboy?

Hopkins: Fine, I’ll talk. What do you want to know?

Anna: I want to know about the baby that your sister helped kidnap and the father, Peter August.

Brook Lynn: Okay, hurry up and say your goodbyes before somebody sees us and tells Monica. I hate gossip.

Maxie: You live for gossip.

Brook Lynn: Yeah, about other people. Start talking.

Maxie: I know you’re not gonna remember this, but it’s okay. I will. I’m gonna remember your sweet little face, your tiny little fingers, and that brand-new baby smell. I’m gonna remember this moment and take it all the way to Texas with me. You know, they say things are bigger in Texas. That means I’m gonna miss you that much more. Love you that much more. And be your mommy that much more.

Brook Lynn: I hate to do this —

Maxie: I know. Time’s up. I won’t say goodbye to her. I can’t.

Ava: I’m so sorry.

Austin: Why?

Ava: I’m mortified. F-f-for the other night.

Austin: Oh, don’t be. No, it was fun.

Ava: It was fun?

Ava: Mm, off the deep end, I think.

[ Both laugh ]

Austin: So, how are things with you two?

Ava: Divorce. We’re — we’re getting divorced.

Austin: Sorry to hear that. Some differences are irreconcilable.

Ava: Actually, it’s a matter of life and death.

Spencer: It seems like your wife has found a friend.

Nikolas: I don’t know. Last time I saw her with that guy —

Spencer: This isn’t the first time? Interesting.

Nikolas: Spencer, don’t.

Spencer: Don’t what? State the obvious.

Nikolas: Don’t try to stir things up.

Spencer: Sorry. Old habits. Ah, speaking of which, you should kick this one.

Nikolas: Ava is not a habit. She’s the woman that I love.

Spencer: Well, she’s awfully interested in that guy at the bar.

Nikolas: They’re just talking. No big deal.

Spencer: Yes. Well, [Clears throat] I am gonna take off.

Nikolas: You don’t have to go, do you?

Spencer: You’re preoccupied.

Nikolas: [ Sighs ] I’m sorry.

Spencer: It’s alright. I-I really do have somewhere to be. I’ll see you at home, Father. Father, I can’t help wondering…

Nikolas: Yeah?

Spencer: …If Ava and company are having a real conversation, maybe it’s a bigger deal than you think.

Cameron: So, you told her.

Josslyn: Oh, she already knew. Apparently, we were the only ones who didn’t.

Trina: Don’t think this changes anything, Cam. Sisters before misters always. Capiche?

Cameron: I totally get that. I’m just wondering if those same rules apply to your imaginary friend.

Trina: He’s not imaginary, Cam.

Cameron: Okay, well, then how come we haven’t seen his Instagram or a single photo of him?

Trina: Because some people prefer not to have a social media presence, Cam. Right now, I don’t blame him. If you’ll excuse me, I left my cover-up in the changing room.

Cameron: Trina, I was just joking. Did i put my foot in it again?

Josslyn: What else is new?

Cameron: Us.

Josslyn: Yeah, I guess we are.

Willow: I promise to post lots of pictures of Wiley so the next time you see him in person, you won’t be too surprised by how much he’s grown.

Nina: Alright, I’ll hold you to that. And I hope next time I see you that Chase is back on his feet.

Willow: We all want that.

Nina: And maybe you guys can start thinking about a little brother or sister for Wiley. If that’s any of my business, which I don’t think it is my business.

Willow: [ Chuckles ] It’s fine. We just — we haven’t really thought about that yet.

Nina: Okay. Yeah. You know, Chase is probably — I know he will be a really great dad and you’re already a wonderful mother. I just hope that you get exactly what you want. My fingers are crossed.

Willow: Thanks. And hey, you never know. If you and Carly can start to get along, anything’s possible.

Sonny: Never leave me behind again.

Nina: I won’t.

Willow: Nina? Did I say something wrong?

Sonny: I’m sorry, Lenny. I broke my promise, reached out to Nina. She’s coming back to Nixon Falls.

Lenny: I wish to hell you hadn’t done that. As if this disease hasn’t cost us enough, n-now it’s gonna cost Nina precious time with her grandson.

Phyllis: Nina can make her own decisions. And since we’re all being open and honest, I’m glad you called her. And I know as much as she wants to be with her grandson, we need all the love we can get right now.

Sonny: She’s offering more than love, Lenny.

Lenny: No way.

Sonny: Why not?

Lenny: I won’t take one dime of her money.

Sonny: This is not about keeping the tan-o afloat or paying your utility bills. This is your life. It’s more important than your pride or — or a bank account.

Lenny: I don’t want to be indebted to anybody.

Sonny: Yeah, but listen. Nina and I, w-we owe you gu– we love you. You’ve given us so much. You’re gonna let us repay our debt. [ Voice breaking ] We’re gonna fight this cancer together. You got it?

Hopkins: [ Groans ] I-I swear, I don’t know what happened to the baby. It was my job to pick up the father.

Valentin: The father Peter August?

Hopkins: Yeah. I was gonna fly him to the rendezvous point, pick up my sister, the baby, and the mother, and take them wherever he told me to.

Anna: Which was where?

Hopkins: Everything was need-to-know. He was very clear he’d give me the new destination when we were back in the air.

Anna: Okay, so you were hired to pick up Peter from the roof of General Hospital. After you picked him up, where did you take him?

Hopkins: I didn’t!

Austin: A stalker? That’s horrible. And — and you feel somehow that the stalker is forcing you toward divorce?

Ava: Yes. But we do what we must do for the sake of our children, right? And in my case, that means handing my daughter over to Carly Corinthos for safekeeping.

Austin: Oh, I just met her. She seems nice. Friend of yours?

Ava: No. No, she was married to my daughter’s father. And if I’m being honest, my daughter is… [ Sighs ] She’s happy there and she’s safe.

Austin: It’s just awful. Parents separated from a child.

Ava: It is indeed.

Austin: I mean, I don’t know firsthand, but I’m just thinking about Maxie Jones and her baby.

Ava: Well, that’s not the same thing. That’s not the same thing at all.

[ Cellphone rings ]

Nikolas: Yes, Martin. Yes, I told her. She says a lot can happen in six weeks. No, I’m not holding out hope that she’ll change her mind. I’m hoping that the stalker will slip up and we can bring him to justice of the Cassadine variety.

Cameron: Hey, do you need more sunblock?

Josslyn: Oh, uh, yeah, actually. I can feel myself starting to roast.

Cameron: Do you want me to…?

Josslyn: Oh, please. Yeah.

Spencer: Watch the hands, townie.

Maxie: You’re a little superhero, you know. You have a secret identity. To the world and to you. You’re gonna be Bailey Quartermaine now. But here and here, you’re always gonna be my Louise.

Brook Lynn: Maxie, I want you to know that, um, I promise this amazing little creature will always be cared for and loved, okay?

Maxie: I know. If I had any doubts, I wouldn’t be able to do this.

Nina: I already miss Wiley, and I’m not leaving until the morning.

Willow: Well, if you’re not heading back too early, maybe a quick breakfast visit?

Nina: Well, I’m — I’m leaving first thing in the morning, so that’s why we have to make the most out of today. Okay, little guy? Come here, handsome. Let’s go. Okay, wave to Mommy. Alright, let’s get out of here. Thank you so much. We’ll see you later.

Willow: Bye. Have fun.

Nina: Okay.

Nurse: Mr. Caulfield, the doctor’s ready to discuss your treatment plan options with you.

Lenny: Looks like I’m outnumbered. Let’s do this.

Sonny: One day at a time, right?

Phyllis: I know, Mike. It’s just that…some days are harder than others.

Sonny: Yeah, I hate that. There’s never enough time.

Anna: Okay, I’m confused. Alright, you said Peter hired you to take him off the roof of General Hospital.

Hopkins: That was the plan. I couldn’t get the chopper close enough, so I had to abort.

Anna: Well, if you didn’t airlift him out, how did he escape?

On the next “General Hospital”

Alexis (to Shawn): I think it might be unavoidable for both of us.

Nikolas (to TJ and Molly): Please tell me you have good news.

Cam (to Spencer): So how long are you in town for?

Laura (to Jordan): You’ll need to cut that short.

Trina: You’re just full of surprises.

Anna (to Valentin): Can you describe this other person that was on the roof?

Finn (to Elizabeth): I’m not sure the authorities are gonna agree with you.

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[ Door slams, keys clink ]

Billy: Uh, you’re not gonna believe why victoria wanted to meet me.

Lily: Um, she gave you a lead on a story?

Billy: Not exactly. Ashland is moving in with her.

Lily: What? I mean… wow, I didn’t see that coming.

Billy: Neither did I. My head almost exploded. Would’ve loved to see the expression on my face.

Lily: Well, yeah, that’s pretty shocking. I mean, what about the kids?

Billy: Well, exactly. So victoria wants us to take the kids more often so they can get used to the situation, and, of course, I love having the kids here, and it’s not a problem, and I know you do, too, but you would have to be on board with this, as well.

Lily: Yeah, no, of course. I mean, I love your kids. I’d love to have them here as much as you and victoria want. But, I mean, isn’t this kind of fast, having ashland move in with her?

Billy: Fast? It’s extremely fast. And there’s another extenuating circumstance. Supposedly, he’s only got a few months to live.

Lily: So you were right. He is dying. God, that is awful.

Billy: I’m not sure victoria understands what she’s setting herself up for.

Victoria: Oh, good. Oh, there you are. Kids, sit down for a second real quick. There’s, um, somebody that i would like for you to meet. Um, this is someone very special to me. His name is ashland.

Ashland: Hello. It’s a pleasure to meet you two.

Victoria: These are my kids. This is johnny and katie.

Ashland: Your mom has told me so much about you.

Johnny: Are you mommy’s friend?

Ashland: I’m mommy’s close friend, yes, and I hope maybe we can be close friends, too.

Katie: Do you like to play dolls?

Ashland: I happen to love playing dolls. Maybe we can do that, as well.

Victoria: [ Sighs ] So ashland’s going to be staying with us for a little while, and you guys are gonna be spending more time at your dad’s house while he’s here.

Ashland: I hope that’s okay with you guys.

Johnny: We like it at daddy’S.

Victoria: Good. I know you do. That’s good. I think that this is gonna work out good for all of us. Right?

Johnny: Can we go play now?

Victoria: Yes, yes, you can go play. Ashland?

Ashland: [ Breathes deeply ]

Victoria: Are you okay?

Ashland: [ Sighs ]

Kyle: [ Sighs ]

Jack: Having a rough day?

Kyle: I’m worried about harrison after what happened in the park. You saw the video.

Jack: Yeah, it was not ashland’s best moment.

Kyle: He lost control, really scared harrison. The kid was in tears afterwards. Now tara…

Jack: Go ahead. “Now tara,” what?

Kyle: She maybe wants to restrict ashland’s contact with him.

Jack: That’s an aggressive move. What do you think?

Amanda: How long have we been waiting?

Devon: Not that long.

Amanda: Victor’s gonna call, right?

Devon: Yes. Yeah. Of course he is, when he’s ready to. You were kind of vague, though, on how he’s gonna approach this whole thing.

Amanda: Well, I am looking for a weakness in sutton. Everything I’ve tried so far hasn’t worked, so I need a new angle. I need a way to push him into a corner. And victor is gonna help me find something that will trap him and make him confess that he’s the one who had my father killed.

Victor: So, amanda sinclair wants to expose you as her father’s killer.

Sutton: I figured as much. Saddens me that she thinks I’m capable of something like that. I’m afraid she’s turning out to be quite a disappointment. Now she’s wasting valuable time. You said something about having a solution to this problem?

Victor: I can guarantee it.

Billy: I’m concerned about victoria bringing this guy into her home. The kids have never met him. Victoria only met him a few months ago. [ Sighs ] He’s dying. He’s only got a few months to live. She claims that she can manage the situation so the kids aren’t negatively impacted. I just don’t see how that’s possible.

Lily: Well, look, this is not a perfect situation for anyone, but I think that we can all work together to make this as easy as possible for the kids, you know? Victoria’s a good mom. She’ll handle this responsibly. I’m just shocked that she’s willing to go through this with ashland.

Billy: I know. Me, too. She knows what she’s doing. She knows what she’s getting into. I mean, is she doing this just so the deal doesn’t fall through?

Lily: You don’t still believe that, do you?

Billy: I think it’s a part of it. It’s the same reason why she allowed herself to be dragged through the press.

Lily: Billy, she wouldn’t put herself through this if she wasn’t emotionally involved. I mean, taking care of someone who is terminally ill is brutal because that person’s gone, and then you’re left alone to grieve.

Billy: I understand that, and I’ve tried to talk to her about it, but she clearly doesn’t want to listen to me.

Lily: Then maybe you need to listen to her. Clearly, she think this is the right thing for her to do to take care of someone who’s going through a difficult time. And I think you have to learn to be okay with that.

Billy: Right now, my focus needs to be on the kids.

Lily: Yes. And I’m sure victoria’s is, as well.

Billy: Thank you for supporting me and for being cool with the kids staying here.

Lily: Of course.

Billy: [ Sighs ] I’m gonna go get them this evening, if that’s okay with you.

Lily: Yeah, absolutely.

Billy: I’ll call victoria and set it up with her. In the meantime, there’s a few things I need to take care of.

[ Door closes ]

Victoria: Are you breathing easier?

Ashland: Well, I’m feeling better. This attack was odd — more constrictive, less painful.

Victoria: What do you think that means?

Ashland: I have no idea. But I’m glad it didn’t happen until johnny and — and katie were gone.

Victoria: Yeah, me, too.

Ashland: Are you having second thoughts about me being here? I mean, with my condition and the kids? I absolutely understand if you are.

Victoria: No. No, I’m not. Billy and I have already talked about how we’re gonna handle things with the kids. It’s okay. I don’t want you anywhere other than right here.

Ashland: I don’t deserve you.

Victoria: I just feel very lucky to get to spend every moment with you that I can.

Jack: Look, I understand how upsetting this encounter in the park was for harrison. I also understand your instinct to want to protect your son. But let me ask you something. You’ve lost a parent yourself. Wouldn’t you have given anything to have more time with your mother?

Kyle: 100% I would’ve. And I would never want to take away harrison from having those kind of moments with ashland. But the incident in the park — you didn’t see it in person. I don’t think you could fully see on the video just how scared harrison was.

Jack: I don’t think ashland intended any of this. Look, I saw the tape. I… I think this was a man protecting his son, trying to shield him from a debilitating illness. Not particularly the best way. Look, I don’t think you can expect a guy that’s going through that much to handle everything perfectly all the time.

Kyle: I hear what you’re saying, but I’m just trying to do what’s best for my son.

Jack: That’s the priority. You let that guide you, I am confident you will make the right decision. I got to go.

[ Keys jingle ]

Sally: Ooh, I am glad to see you. I need your advice.

Jack: About what?

Sally: Whipped cream or foam?

Jack: That’s easy. Neither.

Sally: Oh, so you’re a “none of the above” guy.

Jack: Most decisions in life are not binary choices.

Sally: You’re even turning “whipped cream versus foam” into a life lesson?

Jack: I’m kind of a purist when it comes to coffee drinks.

Sally: Okay, can you just clear this up for me? Are we having just some friendly and slightly awkward banter, or are we actually, like, building until you get to the point where you actually ask me out again?

Jack: How about tonight?

Sally: Yeah. I think I can make some room in my schedule.

Jack: I’ll be in touch with details.

Sally: Okay. Who needs coffee? I’m gonna…

Jack: Can I get a coffee — black?

Phyllis: Hey, I couldn’t help but notice that you were looking at those right there.

Jack: Don’t even start about sally.

Phyllis: And I’m not going to start about sally. I’m not doing that. That’s not what I was talking about. Live and let live. That’s my new motto.

Jack: Gee, I wish I could believe that.

Phyllis: Believe it. Seriously, I don’t feel the need to protect you. I don’t want to intervene in your life.

Jack: Well, perhaps you could share your new attitude with the world at large, because most people out there are just trying to get through life as best they can. Everyone has issues. Everyone has problems. No one needs someone to add to them.

Phyllis: I-I don’t want to add to anyone’s problems.

Tara: Harrison had another nightmare when he took his nap.

Kyle: About what he saw in the park?

Tara: That’s what he said. He woke up terrified. Couldn’t stop crying.

Kyle: God, I just wish we could all get on the same page. If ashland isn’t willing to work with us to help harrison through this, then —

Tara: Maybe my instincts were right, and I should fight to keep ashland away from him.

Amanda: I wasn’t sure what to expect, you know, when I went to go see victor, especially given the fact that I tried to implicate him and his company in the murder of my father.

Devon: And how did he react to that?

Amanda: He said that he understood I was just trying to do my job.

Devon: Is there a part of you that still wonders if he’s telling the truth?

Amanda: Of course. I’ve been burned so bad that I’m always wondering that. I think that he sincerely wants to help me.

Devon: Yeah, I think you have every reason to believe that he is sincere. And you told me that you two connected over growing up without parents. And if this truth comes out, it clears his name, too.

Amanda: Yeah. No, I think I trust him. I do. I’m just not sure I trust myself. I haven’t been the best judge of character.

Victor: Were you aware that richard had come to me to ask me to help in the search for his child?

Sutton: I was not.

Victor: Well, he became aware that his ex-girlfriend had had a baby, you know? And, uh, then they’d all found out that they were twin babies. I was compassionate. You know, I felt sorry for him because of my own past. So I steered him in the direction of a private eye that would help him in his search.

Sutton: Well, unfortunately, it didn’t pan out.

Victor: Unfortunately, right.

Sutton: So why are you telling me all this?

Victor: A few days before he died in that tragic accident, he’d sent me a letter. The contents of that letter might be of great interest to you. The airport can be a real challenge for new homeowners

Kyle: I’m not sure what the right thing to do in this situation is. I’m just trying to make the best decisions for harrison, same as you.

Tara: I’m as confused as you are. I mean, my intention had been for ashland to spend as much time with harrison as he was able, knowing how fast he could be declining.

Kyle: That’s what I wanted, too.

Tara: I truly believed that the diagnosis had changed him. But from what I saw in the park, he hasn’t accepted that he can’t control this.

Kyle: Well, maybe if we went to locke — together. We could come to an understanding.

Tara: I think part of what upset ashland was seeing us together — you, me, and harrison — because it was a glimpse of a future that he is not going to be a part of.

Kyle: Oh, but this isn’t about us. It’s about our kid, his future, his happiness, and I’m gonna do whatever I can to care for him, to protect him, and give him the best life possible.

Tara: I can’t tell you how much it means to me to hear you say that, to know that you feel the same way. It’s just so reassuring.

Kyle: Yeah, um, let’s talk more later. I’ve — I’ve got to check in with the office. Um, when I get back, we can discuss this some more, come up with a plan on how to move forward.

Tara: I’d like that. [ Sighs ]

Devon: Yeah, I’ll get those numbers to you right away. Okay.

Lily: Hey.

Devon: Hey. Hi. Forgot my keys.

Lily: Oh, my gosh.

Devon: [ Chuckles ]

Lily: Any news about mariah?

Devon: Uh, no, nothing new. Nothing new. I don’t think it’s anything that we need to overreact about. I actually think that that’s probably the reason why mariah took off in the first place, was just everybody hovering over her while she’s trying to deal with being pregnant for the first time, you know? But knowing the kind of person she is, I can’t fault her for doing what she felt like she needed to do. So…

[ Cellphone pings ]

Lily: Is that mariah?

Devon: No, no, this is amanda. She’s waiting on some important information for the case she’s working on. It’s crazy, though, what she’s had to deal with with her family. She has her mom, who has admitted to a crime that she obviously didn’t commit, and between that and all the competing loyalties and agendas with her family, she’s just — nothing stopped her. Nothing slowed her down. She’s still very determined to find out the truth about what happened to her father.

Lily: Wow. Well, I hope she finds the answers she’s looking for.

Devon: If they’re out there, she will find them.

Lily: Yeah. Well, keep me posted.

Devon: I will, I will.

Lily: Okay. Oh, wait.

Devon: Hm?

Lily: I have some news, as well.

Devon: What’s your news?

Lily: [ Chuckles ] Um, I am entering a stepmom situation, a real one, where, um, johnny and katie are coming to live with me and billy, full-time, almost, for the next few months.

Devon: Wow. How does victoria feel about that?

Lily: It was her idea.

Devon: Really?

Lily: Mm-hmm.

Devon: W-why would she suggest that?

Lily: Ashland is moving in with her.

Devon: Wow.

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Devon: Wow, that’s very generous.

Lily: Well, I think it’s more than generous. It’s really brave to risk that kind of emotional pain.

Devon: Yeah.

Lily: You know, when I got my diagnosis, and I thought I might die, you know, it really made me think, like, who’s gonna actually be there for me in the end, you know? And she’s doing that for him. But, yeah, I just don’t think billy really sees it the way i do yet, you know? He’s still worried about the kids and how fast things are moving. And, you know, he’s also thinking that victoria’s still doing this for the business merger.

Devon: What about you? Do you think that’s a possibility?

Lily: I mean, I did at first, but I think when you’re willing to watch someone go through something as scary as ashland is, you know, that really makes you reexamine your priorities. So, clearly, there’s a deep connection there.

Devon: Yeah.

Lily: I just don’t think that billy really understands that yet.

Billy: Hey. I’m here to get the kids.

Ashland: Oh, uh, well, they’re upstairs with victoria. They should be, uh, ready soon.

Billy: Uh, how you doing?

Ashland: Fine.

Billy: Mm.

Ashland: A-and you?

Billy: I’m good.

Ashland: Does it bother you that I’m here?

Billy: My main concern are johnny and katie.

Ashland: Well, that’s everyone’s position, and it’s the right one. I-I’m going through a similar situation with my son in the wake of what was captured on a terrible video of us in the park.

Billy: Yeah, that was unfortunate.

Ashland: I regret overreacting. I wanted to protect harrison, but then I ended up making him feel frightened and confused.

Billy: Well, you’re in a tough spot.

Ashland: I soon need to have a serious age-appropriate talk with my son about my condition, as I would imagine that you would have a similar talk with your kids, given that they will see me in a weakened state.

Billy: I got to admit, ashland, I don’t understand what you’re doing here.

Ashland: Well, I don’t know how to break this to you, but victoria and I are involved in more than just a business deal.

Billy: Yeah, well, the fact that you two decided to move in together certainly suggests that, but let’s assume that she does have real feelings for you. You’re sick. You’re dying. So why would you do that to her? Why would you subject her to the inevitable pain of losing you?

“The young and the restless” will continue.

Phyllis: Hey, you. To what do I owe the pleasure?

Tara: Oh, I have a meeting with lauren, but I’m a bit early.

Phyllis: Ah, great. Well, let’s have a little chat. I mean, I’ll keep you company until she arrives.

Tara: Sure. Sounds good.

Phyllis: Have a seat. [ Sighs ] So… [ Clears throat ] My daughter’s having such a great time in milan. Oh, my gosh. She loves her job. She loves it. In fact, she sent me a picture. She looks so happy. See? See how happy she is?

Tara: Oh, she really does look happy.

Phyllis: Yeah, she is so happy. Yeah. So this worked out great for everyone. It’s win/win, isn’t it? Except for kyle. I feel bad for kyle. I think he’s really, really hurting. I think he’s — he’s still trying to figure out, you know, how to feel about her leaving. I think he’s suffering. You know? I think it’s great, though. I-I think the time away will make them realize how much they love each other and how much they miss each other. And they’ll be in each other’s arms real soon.

Tara: Oh, it would be great if they could find a way to work it out. But kyle seems to have accepted summer’s decision, and he’s focused on the future. I mean, his growing bond with harrison is so amazing to watch.

Phyllis: Oh.

Tara: I can’t imagine him walking away. Especially given ashland’s deteriorating condition and the way my ex is dealing with it.

Phyllis: Oh, yeah, I saw the video.

Tara: I mean, he actually frightened harrison with that outburst.

Phyllis: Honestly, harrison will be fine. Kids are resilient.

Tara: Well, it’s not acceptable. Kyle and I need to put our child first. We’re even talking about trying to get sole custody.

Phyllis: You’re gonna get — wait, you’re gonna try to get sole custody from a dying man?

Lauren: Hello, ladies. Oh…

Phyllis: Hey.

Lauren: Am I interrupting something?

Tara: Not at all.

Lauren: Oh, you know what? Ugh, I forgot the mockups we need. I’m gonna go to the car, and why don’t I meet you at the street entrance at the restaurant, okay?

Tara: Sounds good.

Lauren: Okay.

Tara: Listen, I can tell that you’re a great mother, and that entails making the right choices for your kid. And as you know, sometimes those choices are hard. Sometimes people get hurt.

Phyllis: I don’t disagree with that.

Tara: I’m as protective as i can sense you are. You would do anything for your child, and so would I. Which means we’re really not that different from each other.

Amanda: What was that about?

Phyllis: [ Sighs ] I’m doing a dance with that girl.

Amanda: What kind of dance?

Phyllis: The tango, but i think she’s leading. You know, we’re trying to out-nice each other, and it is really, really hard. I just lost it, too. I shouldn’t have done that, and I did.
[ Sighs ]

Amanda: Okay, what happened? What got under your skin?

Phyllis: The lengths that this girl will go to to get her hooks into kyle.

Amanda: [ Sighs ] Yeah, I-I read that kyle was the biological father to her son. I mean, I didn’t know that there was more to it than that.

Phyllis: This girl has wormed her way into the abbott household already. She’s pretty much jumped from ashland’s millions into the abbotts’ millions. I really just need her to snap so jack and kyle realize what’s really going on.

Amanda: I heard that the abbotts welcomed tara and her son into their family. I mean, are you sure about her agenda?

Phyllis: Yeah, i am sure about her agenda. It’s obvious. I mean, she’s playing this sweet mom, this — this victim of her own circumstance, and — and, “I’m such a good mother to my kid,” and she’s using harrison. I mean, it’s so obvious. I can’t stand it.

Amanda: Phyllis, are you really sure that she’s doing that?

Phyllis: Yeah, I am, amanda. I am really sure. And you know who else can see it? Billy. Billy has seen how she’s ingratiated herself with the abbott family just to get close to kyle.

Amanda: Oh, that’s what the two of you were talking about earlier.

Phyllis: Yeah. I mean, we’re working together. That should tell you something. I’m working with billy on this. That girl preyed on my daughter’s deepest, deepest insecurities and got my kid to fly to another continent for peace just so she could clear a path to kyle. That’s what she did.

Amanda: Okay. I mean, if you’re right about all of that, then I understand why you want to intervene. But have you thought about how your actions can affect kyle’s son and jack’s grandson?

Phyllis: Oh, please. It won’t affect him. He’s an abbott. They’ll take care of him. That kid will want for nothing.

Amanda: Well, if your plan is to run tara out of town, then she may take her son with her. And unless kyle has a legally binding custody agreement, she could deny him access to harrison.

Phyllis: Nah, that’s never gonna happen. They’re gonna fight it. Jack and kyle will fight it, believe me. Especially if they know who she really is as opposed to this saint that she pretends to be.

Amanda: Well, can you please be careful? And can you make sure that you are right about her agenda before you do anything rash?

Phyllis: I am right about her agenda. I’m 100% right. And I will take her down. It will be steady, and it will be calculated, but I will take that girl down. Let’s not talk about me. Let’s talk about you. What’s going on with your case?

Amanda: [ Scoffs ] Well, that’s been one shock after another.

Phyllis: I know. Your mom, who confessed. And — and your grandfather, who you think is guilty?

Amanda: Yeah, and the latest shock of them all — the person that is my greatest ally in all of this is victor newman.

Victor: Well, I launched an investigation into amanda’s claim that someone at newman had been responsible for richard’s death. And during that investigation, i came upon the letter that richard had written to me.

Sutton: So, what’s it say?

Victor: He thanked me for my help. He also said that he had been in touch with you and that you had warned him that he should discontinue the search for the child or else there would be consequences.

Sutton: Well, either richard was lying about his contact with me or you’re lying about the letter.

Victor: Now, sutton, you and I are not in and adversarial relationship right now. You know, we’ve had always amicable dealings with one another, right?

Sutton: Mm-hmm.

Victor: So I’m simply suggesting an arrangement. Aw, c’mon flowers.

Ashland: I’m sick. Nobody said anything about dying.

Billy: Oh, but that’s what your concern is, isn’t it? For my — for my children? What they would be going through now that you live here? Not to mention what victoria would be going through.

Victoria: I can speak for myself, billy. Look, one thing is for sure, that nobody knows what the future holds. It’s impossible to predict that. I think you and I understand that better than most people, right? Ashland and I, whatever happens, we just — we want to go through it together and make each other as happy as possible in the meantime. I don’t understand what part of that is so hard for you to see.

Billy: Well, alright then. I can be okay with that. As long as everyone is open and honest and everything is on the table, and no one takes advantage of anyone else’s good nature.

Ashland: Billy, that’s the last thing I would ever do. And surely you know that victoria’s a woman who does what she wants. And nobody is going to cajole her into anything.

Billy: Ashland, I’m really sorry what you’re going through, and it’s good to see you happy…as long as it lasts. I’m gonna go get the children.

Phyllis: Ah, seriously. Sorry, I had to deal with a customer complaint.

Amanda: Eh, it’s no problem.

Phyllis: Honestly, this job would be awesome if I didn’t have to deal with guests.

Amanda: [ Chuckles ] Okay, did you want to talk later, then?

Phyllis: No, no, no. I want to know about your case. I want to know about sutton.

Amanda: Well, right now, we’re just trying to find weaknesses in sutton’s armor.

Phyllis: Well, I mean, you’re working with victor. He’s really, really good in finding weaknesses in people. Very good.

Sally: I will tell jack you said hello. We are going out tonight.

Phyllis: Oh, well, definitely tell him. Definitely. And, you know, jack and I are completely honest with each other. He knows how I feel about you dating him. It doesn’t seem to matter to him. So, hey, listen, it’s his life, his choice.

Sally: I’d like to believe you’re sincere.

Phyllis: Well, I’m definitely sincere, and you should be happy that my opinion has absolutely no impact on jack. But it did have an impact on my friendship with him, and that is very important to me. So I am out of it. I’m out of it. Do what you want.

Lauren: I have to ask, is there something going on between you and phyllis?

Tara: Oh, it’s a complicated situation, obviously, with summer deciding to leave. I hate feeling like I’m in any way responsible. It’s the last thing I ever wanted.

Lauren: This whole thing has been very hard on her.

Tara: Which makes it all the more surprising that I think phyllis and I are actually becoming kind of friends.

Lauren: Well, as one of phyllis’ closest friends, I will tell you that she is amazing. She is funny and caring.

Tara: Except when you get on her bad side.

Lauren: Uh… [ Chuckles ] Maybe when we get to know each other better, I can fill you in on that.

Phyllis: Friendships are important, aren’t they? Especially in this town. And I am determined to foster every single relationship that i have. Tara is happy to reciprocate.

Sally: Well, good for you.

Phyllis: Mm-hmm.

Sally: I am impressed by your new outlook.

Phyllis: Thanks.

Sally: Have a good night.

Phyllis: You, too.

Amanda: Okay, what the hell was that?

Phyllis: [ Sighs ] I don’t know, amanda. But I’m gonna put the puzzle pieces together. I’m gonna do it. Something is going on between tara and sally. I know it in my gut. Both of those girls benefited by my daughter leaving town. Sally has summer’s job at jcv, and that one over there has her man. Not a coincidence… and I will prove it.
Life…

Billy: Kids are settled, and it’s fantastic that they love their rooms.

Lily: Aww. I’m so happy that they’re comfortable here.

Billy: Yeah.

Lily: So how’d it go with victoria and ashland?

Billy: [ Sighs ] Honestly, I feel for the guy. I mean, everything he’s going through — tara’s deception, finding out that your child is not your biological son, knowing that you only have a few months to live, having to make the choice to sell your empire, something that you’ve built your entire life. It’s just — it’s horrible.

Lily: I know. It’s a lot to deal with.

Billy: Right now, it seems the only thing he’s looking for is happiness with victoria.

Lily: Well, I think it sounds like they both deserve that.

Billy: Yeah, I agree. I didn’t see that in the beginning, but I do now.

Lily: I’m glad.

Billy: I’m surprised by my level of maturity.

Lily: [ Chuckles ]

Billy: It’s something I have you to thank for.

Lily: That’s true.

Billy: [ Chuckles ]

Tara: [ Sighs ] Thanks for coming back so soon.

Kyle: Mm-hmm.

Tara: Were you able to finish everything up at the office?

Kyle: Mm. Did you text me because you wanted to pick up our conversation about harrison? I assume you’ve thought more about what we talked about.

Tara: I’ve actually given it a lot of consideration. And I made a decision.

Victoria: Your favorite wine for your first night here.

Ashland: Oh, my. Well, I would love to offer the perfect toast, but I don’t know if I can find the words to express how happy and grateful i am.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

Victoria: [ Sighs ]

Ashland: That’s my attorney. I won’t answer it.

Victoria: No, you should — you should get it.

Ashland: [ Clears throat ] Yes? Okay. Uh, give me a minute until I can figure out my next move. Tara filed a new motion — for sole custody of harrison.

Sally: Well, I wasn’t sure this was gonna happen again.

Jack: I’m a bit surprised myself.

Sally: Well, let’s not put any pressure on ourselves. You know, tonight doesn’t have to be perfect. The other night kind of was, but we’re not gonna be able to outdo ourselves every time. So… [ Sighs ] Please stop me from talking.
[ Chuckles ]

Jack: Okay, why don’t we start simple? You look lovely.

Sally: Thank you.

Jack: And I’m really glad we’re doing this.

Sally: Me, too.

Devon: Hey.

Amanda: Hey.

Devon: Still no word from victor?

Amanda: No, not yet. But I have resigned myself to the fact that this will take longer than I thought to get results. You know, sutton is a smart man, and victor has to play this safe if he’s going to get him to admit anything that I can use to prove his guilt.

Devon: Well, victor’s no rookie at getting what he wants. So if anybody can do it, he can.

Amanda: And I have every confidence that he will pull this off.

Victor: Now, sutton, I have no reason to lie to you, and i certainly am no friend of amanda sinclair’S. I mean, I’m very angry with her for even investigating newman enterprises and me personally, you know, trying to defame us to use that as her defense. But I do have that letter, you know? The contents of which are very valuable to you, I’m sure. And I’m the only one who knows of the existence of that letter.

Sutton: Why don’t we cut to the chase here?

Victor: [ Chuckles ] Sutton, you and I know how these things work. I mean, that letter can be yours for the right price.

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Roman: Well, all right. Let’s hear from the guests of honor.

John: Ah, yeah, why not. Speech, speech, come on.

Nicole: No, I don’t have anything to say!

John: It’s your anniversary, kids.

[All chattering]

Sami: [Chuckles] I don’t know what you’re talking about. I’m not expecting anyone. Stop looking at me like that.

EJ: Then why do you keep checking the time and hovering near the door?

Sami: What? You just know how I feel about nicole. I’m not exactly thrilled to be here.

EJ: I know, but it’s unlike you to hang about the fringes of any party.

Sami: Yeah, well, I’m just hoping to get time alone with eric. It’s been so long since I’ve seen him.

EJ: He’s looking well.

Sami: Yeah, probably ’cause he’s gotten ten months away from nicole.

EJ: Or maybe it’s about being back with her again.

Sami: Hmm.

EJ: [Chuckles]

Sami: All right, well, I’M… glad that he’s happy.

EJ: Then join the party. Come on.

Sami: You know what? Nicole’s about to make some teary toast and everyone’s gonna be all emotional and happy for her. I think it’s better if I stay by the door just in case I have to puke.

EJ: [Chuckles] Now, that’s the samantha I know and love.

[Smooches]

Nicole: I-I-I– I just wanna thank everybody for coming here on such short notice and helping eric and I celebrate our one-year anniversary. You know, living apart for so long was a real… challenge. But I–I just want to say thank you again for your friendship and your support through all of this, and… honey, I… I am just so incredibly proud of you and your work in the congo and it just makes me love you so much more… and miss you so much more. And as I told eric, um, it was one year ago today was the happiest day of my life.

Sami: Here she goes.

EJ: [Stifles a laugh]

Nicole: And it means the world to me to share this happiness with people who love eric as much as I do. And, uh… I remember saying that no matter what life threw at us, we would get through it together. And we have.

Eric: Yes.

Nicole: I love you.

Eric: I love you.

[Tender music]

Eric: I can’t even express how good it is to be home with my wife, surrounded by my family and some very old, dear friends. What nicole said about our separation– it was very, very hard for us. And I take full responsibility. I know how much I asked of her and how much she went through with me being so far away, and… she just made me feel like the luckiest man in the world to have a wife like you. One year ago today, I told you it took me 20 years to realize that I can’t live without you. And I don’t ever want to live without you. And I mean that more than ever.

[Music darkens]

Eric: Please… [Chuckles]

[All laugh]

Eric: Sorry, will you please join me in toasting this loving and most beautiful, understanding wife in the world with me.

All: Cheers.

John: Congratulations, you two.

Nicole: Thank you.

Xander: I wonder if you’d feel the same way if you knew while you were sweating away down in africa, she was screwin’ around behind your back.

[Tense music]

Eric: What the hell are you talking about?

Xander: Do I have to spell it out for you? Nicole’s been cheating on you, mate. She shagged another man.

Male announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “days of our lives.”

[Soft orchestration]

Roman: What the hell is he talking about?

Philip: What the hell is he even doing here?

Eric: Why don’t you get out before I throw you out.

Nicole: Honey, he can’t– he doesn’t want us to be happy. That’s what this is all about. He just wants to ruin our night.

Eric: It’s okay. I know he’s lying. You know what? The best thing for you to do is turn around right now and leave.

Roman: Hey, I’ve kicked this clown out of here before. Say the word, I’ll do it again.

Xander: You know, it really is bloody decent of you to finally fly back just in time for your first wedding anniversary. I know for a fact that your wife has been very lonely in your absence. You must have a screw loose to leave a woman like that all alone for this amount of time. Excuse me, miss.

Sami: [Scoffs]

Eric: You know, why don’t you just save your breath? I don’t believe anything you’re saying.

Xander: I’m staying right here. Ugh.

Chloe: This stand-off is embarrassing. Do you think he’s drunk?

Brady: Eric and nicole love each other. He’s gonna give up and get out. No one will remember what he said.

Sami: Poor eric looks like he’s been punched in the face.

EJ: It sounds like you think this xander guy is right, that nicole did cheat on him.

Sami: Well, what motive would he have for showing up here and lying?

EJ: I’m sure he’s got some scheme in mind.

Sami: I don’t know. The look on nicole’s face? She’s scared of something.

Nicole: I heard my husband tell you to leave. What are you, deaf or something?

John: I’d be happy to show him out.

Philip: So would I.

Roman: Me too.

Nicole: Looks like we have a quorum.

Xander: Oh, but the fun’s just getting started. Hey, how ’bout A… ahh, refill, mate?

Roman: Listen, clown, you’ve had your fun; it didn’t work. Get the hell out of here before you make a bigger ass of yourself.

Xander: Well, the least you can do is refill eric’s glass. All of a sudden, he’s having a really bad night. Oh, but he doesn’t drink, does he? Maybe he’ll start again when he hears the rest of what I have to tell him. Including the name of the man who had sex with his wife.

Nicole: You shut up and get out, xander.

Xander: Oh, I don’t know, nicole, look at eric. I think he’s a little curious. Am I right?

Eli: I told you, I’m not gonna believe anything–

Xander: It was me! Yours truly! And let me tell you, she loved every minute of it.
Your mission:

Eric: I know the things that you’ve done to nicole in the past. And you’re the last man on earth she’d ever want to sleep with.

Xander: You do not know your wife as well as you think you do.

Brady: You’ve had your fun. You’ve had your fun. Let’s go.

Xander: Lay one more hand on me…and see what happens.

Eric: I can handle him, brady. You’ve only lusted after nicole all these years and she never wanted a part of any of it. You know why I know that, even after you made her marry you? She still never had sex with you. Because she only saw you for the pathetic loser you are.

Xander: Are you really gonna let him talk to me like that? After I was there for you the night when he called to say he was staying in africa for another three months. You were a mess!

Nicole: Shut up.

Xander: I was having a nice drink at the bar there when she comes barreling in and starts knocking them back like there was no tomorrow. You remember that, right?

Eric: Do you remember that, dad?

Roman: No, I don’T.

Xander: Well, that’s ’cause you weren’t tending bar. You know why I know? ‘Cause the drinks weren’t watered down. Anyway, after hours, we were back at the salem inn. We were good and drunk by then, but I know you remember this, nicole. We went up to my room for another drink and one thing led to another. You see, eric, you’d been gone for a very long time and nicole was very…needy. Fortunately, I was there for her in her hours of need.

Eric: You must have been hallucinating. Drunk or sober, nicole would never be alone in a room with you.

Xander: I understand why you’d have a hard time believing me so maybe you should ask your sister, samantha. She knows what happened.

Eric: Whoa, whoa, what do you have to do with this?

Xander: Tell him.

[Dramatic music]

Xander: Go ahead, sami, you know you’ve been holding out on your brother, your whole family. Tell them what you know.

Sami: Don’t put me in the middle of this.

Xander: Oh, don’t play dumb. You said you saw nicole and me going into the salem inn.

Eric: Is that true, sami?

Sami: Um, okay, look. Eric, what happened was brady was in the hospital after kristen ran him off the road. I had to go find mom and john to tell them the news. They were having dinner at the bistro so I went there to find them.

Marlena: John and I saw sami outside the salem inn.

Sami: Right. Before that happened…

Xander: Go ahead.

Sami: [Sighs sharply] I saw… xander and nicole going into the salem inn together. Look, brady was in critical condition and that’s why I didn’t tell you, mom. That’s why I didn’t tell anyone. I’m so sorry, eric. I don’t know what happened when they went in there. I wanted to find out more before I made an issue out of it.

Eric: Did you go to xander’s room?

Nicole: No.

[Musical sting]

[Softly] No. You know how upset I was when you told me you were staying in africa again. So I did come here and I did have too much to drink and xander also happened to be here. Look, I drank too much. I was in no shape to drive so I went to the salem inn and I got a room to sleep it off.

Xander: Yeah, but it was my room and there wasn’t any sleeping.

Nicole: That is not true! I got my own room. And you know what, sami? I told you the same thing when you came knocking on my door, pretending to be concerned about me.

Sami: Eric, I had to find out more information. I was just really concerned… for you. And, um… I’m so sorry to have to say this but, uh, the inn doesn’t have any record of nicole booking a room.

Nicole: I explained that! I was so out of sorts I used my basic black corporate card, okay? That is why there is nothing in my name.

Sami: Which I was just about to explain to eric if you hadn’t jumped down my throat.

Nicole: Oh, yes, I jumped down your throat.

Sami: I do think it’s odd that you happened to carry around the corporate receipt in your purse to show me. I don’t know, almost as if you were…covering your tracks.

Brady: Sami, I–I told nicole to hold onto the receipt.

Sami: Why?

Brady: Why? To reimburse the company. That’s the end of the story. Does anybody understand why we are allowing this moron to hijack this anniversary party?

Xander: Why are you covering for nicole, brady? Still feeling guilty about coming between her and eric back in the day? ‘Cause you know as well as I do that nicole and I did get drunk at that bar and then we went up to my room at the salem inn and drank some more. But she wasn’t so drunk that she didn’t know what she was doing. She was furious at eric for leaving her all alone with his niece and those two little brats for three more months and she wanted to get back at him. And what better way to do that then to jump into bed with me, where I showed her a damn good time. The truth is, eric, she just couldn’t get enough of me.

Sami: [Screams]

[Clattering]

Eric: Come on! Come on!

[All chattering]

Xander: I get it. No man likes to hear how much his wife liked being with another man especially when it’s the truth! Ask your wife why she hired me at basic black. She had to; it’s the only way I’d keep quiet about us having sex, mate!

[Door slams]

Eric: I’m fine. Just let me go.

[Tense music]
Is it true? Did you give xander a job to keep him quiet about the two of you? Did you know that your toughest cleaning problems

Roman: All right. Okay, I’m gonna wrap this hand.

Eric: Dad, I don’t need that.

Roman: If I don’t do it now, it’s gonna look like a boxing glove in the morning, okay? Now, listen to me, xander’s a troublemaker, all right? That’s what he lives for. He’s just jealous that nicole wants you, not him.

Chloe: Well, this night didn’t go the way it was supposed to.

Brady: Not quite.

Chloe: How did xander think he could get away with that? Nicole would never let him touch her.

Nicole: Xander and me? What, are you nuts? I would never–

Brady: I over– I overheard xander when I came in, saying that you two had slept together behind eric’s back. Actually, he put it a little more colorfully than that.

Nicole: And you’re just… mentioning this now?

Brady: [Sighs] Is it true?

[Tense music]

Nicole: Yes.

Chloe: Wait, do you know something? Did nicole hire xander to keep him quiet?

Brady: Xander doesn’t want nicole to be happy and he would do anything to destroy her marriage. And I’m not gonna let him get away with it.

John: Easy, kid.

Philip: Where’s brady going?

Chloe: I don’t know. But I have to talk to nicole. Excuse me.

John: Should’ve thrown that bastard out of here before he opened his lousy mouth.

Marlena: I’m not sure that would’ve changed anything.

John: What do you mean?

Marlena: You could see the pain that nicole was in.

John: What do you mean? You think she was in pain because–’cause, what? She laid down with that jerk?

Marlena: I think if she hadn’t done that, she would’ve denied it. Vehemently denied it.

John: She did deny it.

Marlena: Well… john, it wasn’t that convincing. She was worried, she was stammering. At least, that’s my take on it.

John: What the hell do I know? You’re the shrink so I… I’m guessing that your take was probably pretty accurate.

Marlena: I’m hoping I’m wrong. But in this case, I think, for once, xander was telling the truth.

[Dramatic music]

Xander: [Sighs] Well, sami, you came through for me. Makes me glad I didn’t kill you like kristen wanted me to. A cool million just for a few minutes work and one punch to the jaw. That’s if it’s all here. The way sami took down nicole without batting an eye, I wouldn’t put it past her to try and cheat me, too.

[Intense music]

EJ: Why didn’t you tell me that you suspected nicole of cheating on eric?

Sami: I didn’t want it to be true. I mean, look, I don’t like nicole, but eric loves her and I wouldn’t want her to break his heart. Besides, I just can’t believe that nicole would cheat on someone as honorable as my brother.

EJ: Hmm. Well, being far apart is difficult for any marriage. Even if the distance is only emotional.

Sami: Ej–

EJ: I put that distance between us.

Sami: You were going through hell.

EJ: There’s no excuse for it. You were there, I pushed you away. Truth is… I was afraid I could no longer be the husband you needed.

Sami: I understand that now.

EJ: I should’ve explained it at the time, but unfortunately, I was too self-consumed to consider your feelings. There’s no excuse for it.

Sami: Ej, we have been over this.

EJ: I know, I just feel like I need to tell you again. Especially in light of what eric’s going through. I just thank god that you hung with me, didn’t turn to another man. I would’ve lost my mind.

Sami: [Sighs deeply]

Chloe: Listen, just take some deep breaths, okay? This is all gonna get straightened out. Eric knows what kind of man xander is. He’s not gonna believe him.

[Emotional string music]

Nicole: I think he kind of does.

Chloe: He knows how much you love him.

Nicole: [Sighs]

Eric: Please tell me the truth. You hate xander. Why would you hire him at basic black?

Chloe: Because of me. For reasons that I won’t get into right now, but… I had to take a leave of absence and brady was still recovering from the car accident. Nicole had this entire workload herself and we knew that xander had corporate experience. I’m telling you, nicole only brought xander on board because he knew all the operations at gabi chic, our main competitor. She hated working with him but, you know, we thought it’d give us a leg up. Isn’t that right? Tell him.

Sami: I think nicole should tell him the whole story. The true story. I think you owe him that.

Marlena: Sami, why don’t you mind your own business? In fact, I think that everybody should give eric and nicole some time to work this out on their own.

Eric: I need you to answer one simple question. Did you hire xander because you were short-handed or to shut him up?

Nicole: [Sobbing] I am so sorry.
[Sobbing]

Nicole: Oh, my god, chloe, what have I done?

Marlena: Our son needs us.

Roman: Right, I’ll drive. John, we’re going to find eric.

John: Yeah, sure.

Roman: I’ll bring her home after we talk to eric.

Belle: Poor eric. How could she do this to him?

John: Well, honey, it sounds like nicole was in a bad way. Eric being gone must’ve really taken a toll on her.

Belle: Yeah, well, how is that an excuse for sleeping with the worst person on the planet? I mean, how– how could she do this to him?

Sami: You know what? Let’s get out of here. I don’t want to stay and watch nicole try to get sympathy from everyone.

EJ: I see there are things that time doesn’t alter.

Sami: What does that mean?

EJ: How much you hate nicole.

Sami: I have lots of good reasons, don’t you think? Let’s go.

Nicole: You did this, you bitch!

[Tense music]

Xander: It is all here. Minus the bail money, which I can get back. And cold hard cash doesn’t disappear like a bank transfer.

[Door opens]

Brady: You have some explaining to do.

Xander: Party’s over? It’s a bit early.

Brady: Why’d you do it?

Xander: I just thought eric deserved to know what kind of woman he married.

Brady:

[Scoffs] Yeah, sure. You’re just a stickler for morality, aren’t you? No, really, what are you getting out of this?

Xander: It’s just a laugh, that’s all.

Brady: Xander, you had nicole under your thumb, then you decided to destroy her marriage in the most hurtful and humiliating way so I wanna know why you did it and why you did it now.

Sami: I didn’t actually make you cheat on your husband, nicole, sorry.

Nicole: You. You put xander up to this. I know you did. You are the reason he showed up here.

Sami: You are not blaming me for cheating on your husband. It’s pathetic. You know, when I saw you and xander going into the salem inn together, I thought, “oh, boy, there’s nicole up to her old tricks.” Eric used to be a priest. He takes those vows seriously. You ever heard of the ten commandments? “Thou shalt not commit adultery”?

Nicole: Oh, you’re quoting the bible, now? Well, here’s a verse for you. “Let she who is without sin cast the first stone.”

[Door slams shut]

[Melancholy music]

Eric: [Exhales deeply]

Xander: She was furious at eric for leaving her all alone with his niece and those two little brats for three more months and she wanted to get back at him. And what better way to do that then to jump into bed with me, where I showed her a damn good time. The truth is, eric, she just couldn’t get enough of me.

Nicole: [Sobbing] I am so sorry.

[Pounding on door]

Eric: Go away!

Roman: It’s us, son, me and your mom. Open the door.

Marlena: Honey, we’re not leaving until we talk to you.

Xander: Who are you to give me a hard time about nicole? When you found out that she was cheating on you with eric, you forced her to leave town with a baby in her arms.

Brady: Yeah, I did that. I did that because at the time, I wanted nicole and it… it was just injury to my pride, xander, and it didn’t do anything for me. Nothing, because eric and nicole found their way back to each other because they belong together. But it just doesn’T… it doesn’t make sense, why you did what you did. You already used your one-night stand to blackmail nicole to get you a nice cushy job at basic black, so why would you throw it away?

Xander: Who says I have?

Brady: Oh, trust me, cuz, you’re history. And don’t ask me for a reference.

Xander: Should’ve known you’d do this.

Brady: Yeah, you should’ve. You had your little fun and now you’re broke and unemployable, so I go back to my original question. Why did you do it? I don’t even think you’re stupid enough to think that nicole would just go into your arms after you blew up her marriage. So that leaves one reason,

Xander: Good old-fashioned money, right?

Xander: What money? You just told me I lost my job.

Brady: What don’t you want me to see?

Xander: [Scoffs] I don’t care what you see.

Brady: That’s funny because I walked in here and you have not moved from that spot since I came through that door. What do we have there?

[Intriguing music]

Brady: Looks like somebody paid you off to ruin eric and nicole’s relationship. Who the hell was it?

Chloe: I still can’t wrap my head around the fact that nicole actually slept with xander.

Philip: This must be very hard for you. Why don’t you let me take you home?

Chloe: I can’t go home without knowing that brady’s okay. I’m sure he went after xander.

Philip: I hope he beats the crap out of him.

Chloe: Well, he’s recovering from a really bad accident. I’m afraid what xander might do.

Philip: Where’re you going?

John: Samantha, your mother and father, they’re not coming back tonight. Belle and I, we’re, uh, we’re gonna head on out.

Belle: Yeah, I’m glad that mom and roman are with eric though. Poor guy.

Sami: I mean, it was only a matter of time before something like this happened.

Belle: Didn’t surprise you, though, huh?

Sami: Well, it shouldn’t have surprised any of us. I mean, this is nicole walker we’re talking about.

Belle: Actually, it’s nicole brady, and she seems to think you had something to do with what xander did tonight.

Sami: Oh, please, she thinks I’m behind climate change. She’s just trying to point the finger. I’m sure she’s chasing after eric right now, begging for forgiveness.

EJ: Eric is a deeply religious man, but I think it would be hard for any husband to forgive what nicole did.

Sami: You know what? This has been such an awful night. Let’s just get out of here.

EJ: Of course.

Sami: Good night. Good night, john.

John: Good night, samantha.

Belle: Yup. Sami couldn’t get out of here fast enough.

John: Sweetheart–

Belle: I wonder why.

John: Do you– do you really think that sami had something to do with xander outing nicole?

Belle: Yes, I more than know it.

John: But she loves her brother.

Belle: Yeah, well, she hates nicole. She thinks nicole’s the worst thing that ever happened to eric, dad. You know that.

John: Yeah, I do, but– you think that she would set her own brother up to be humiliated like he was tonight?

Belle: Well, she’s telling herself that he’ll be better off, that he’ll get over it.

John: Really?

Belle: Yes. I know my sister. She hates nicole for keeping sydney from her for so long. So she saw a chance to make nicole feel the same kind of pain and she took it. And I bet she did not give one thought to how that would hurt eric.

Eric: I know why you came. There’s nothing that you can say that’s gonna make it any better. My wife slept with a pig, xander. She hates the man! I flew 14 hours to be with nicole on our anniversary and now I know. I know what our marriage means to her now.

Roman: It means a lot.

Marlena: Look, your father’s right. You know, you and nicole have been through some rough spots before. You’ve always fought your way back together. I think that kind of love can get through almost anything.

Eric: No, not this time.

Marlena: Eric–

Eric: No! Not this time! I’m sorry. Thank you for coming over, but I really want to be alone right now.

Marlena: [Softly] Eric… I’m so sorry. We love you so much. And we’re so proud of you, of the work that you do, the man that you’ve become. Oh, darling. Oh, I know it’s cold comfort right now, but you’ll get through this. And we will be here the whole time. Whatever we can do. We’ll be here for you.

Roman: We love you, son, all right? And like your mom says, right, anything you need, any time you want to talk. You got that? I love you, all right?

Eric: I know you guys are here for me. I love you.

Marlena: Call us for anything at all.

Eric: [Sniffles]
[Exhales shakily]

Nicole: [Crying softly] God, you know, an hour ago, I was the unhappiest woman in the world and now I can’t believe how lucky I am.

[Emotional music]

[Glass shatters]

[Intriguing music]

Brady: So, who hired you to ruin my brother’s marriage?

Xander: It’s none of your damned business.

Brady: Uh-huh.

Xander: But did you see the look on your pious brother’s face when I told him I’d had his bride? I’d have done it for free just for that.

Brady: Tell me who hired you, xander. How much did you get, huh?

Chloe: Brady!

Xander: Get your hands off my money! Oh, and now look who’s come to rescue you. I’m afraid your… favorite songbird isn’t gonna be much help. Not with that broken wing. Hey, I am sorry that we’re not gonna be working together anymore, but could you do me a favor? Get your boss out of my sight.

Chloe: Are you okay?

Brady: Nah, I’m fine. That briefcase is full of money. He pretty much admitted to me that he was paid to do what he did tonight. I tried to get a name out of him but I–

Chloe: But I stormed in and ruined it; I’m so sorry.

Brady: No, no, chloe, no. He wasn’t gonna talk anyway.

Chloe: Well, after you left, nicole accused sami of setting this up. We both know that she hates nicole.

Brady: And if there’s one person who can get that kind of money quickly, it’s samantha brady dimera.

Sami: Oh, what a night. Poor eric. Tried to warn him about nicole. He just wouldn’t listen.

EJ: He’s in love with her.

Sami: I just never understood it.

EJ: I thought you wanted a nightcap.

Sami: I changed my mind. I’m just so worked up, I thought maybe a nice warm shower might help me calm down. If you would, uh, like to join me?

EJ: Mm, as tempting as that is, I have a question for you first.

Sami: Okay, shoot.

EJ: What did nicole mean when she said, “let she who is without sin cast the first stone”?

Sami: I don’t know. Ugh, this button is crazy. Um, I think maybe she just found religion, that’s all.

EJ: It sounded like an accusation. What sin have you committed now, samantha?

[Dramatic music]

Belle: I don’t remember, do you take milk in your tea?

John: No, not at all, honey.

Belle: Okay, good.

John: [Sighs]

Belle: How are you?

John: I can’t shake this theory that you have that sami’s behind this. Belle, if… if she arranged for eric to have to go through this, maybe it was because she thought that eric needed to know the truth.

Belle: There are plenty of other ways he could’ve learned the truth, dad. Sami could’ve told him privately, calmly, kindly. What she just did to him was cruel.

John: But if she just went to eric and she told him privately, I don’t think he would’ve believed her.

Belle: I mean, I– probably not. And I don’t know that sami and xander were in cahoots, but nicole seems to think so. And my gut tells me she’s right. For some reason, sami wanted to take nicole down in public.

[Keys jingle]

Marlena: Hi.

John: So how is eric?

Marlena: Not good. Not good.

[Brooding string music]

Nicole: I can’t believe we’re finally married.

Eric: We have a lot of– a lot of time to make up for.

Nicole: Yes, we do. We have a whole lifetime together.

Eric: [Whispers] I love you so much.

Nicole: I love you.

[Door opens]

[Dramatic music]

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Posted on July 19, 2021July 20, 2021 by TvMegasite Admin

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Finn: Marry me. Right here. Right now.

Steffy: You wanna get married right now like… this is our wedding? Really?

Finn: Yeah, I mean, if you want it to be. Yes. I mean, let’s just do it with Hayes as our witness.

Steffy: He’s a baby, Finn.

Finn: I know he’s a baby, but he’s our baby. And with Kelly, we’re this beautiful little family. Steffy Forrester, you take this ring, and will you make that commitment to me?

Singer: I’m gonna take my time because I need to got to see through I’m done with the smoke and facing my own fears now, it’s all clear

Ellen: Looks really good.

[ Camera shutters ]

Singer: There’s nothing that reminds me of you

Ellen: Okay. Let’s do this. Beautiful. Great. Amazing. Yes. Gorgeous.

Brooke: Thank you so much for doing this. When the magazine asked me who I wanted to photograph me, of course, I said you, because you’re the absolute best.

Ellen: Oh, thank you.

Brooke: And I just wanna thank you so much for fitting me in. I know how in-demand you are.

Ellen: Oh, never too busy for a friend.

Brooke: Aww, thanks. I would have waited, you know, because only you can make me look so formidable.

Ellen: [ Chuckles ] No, come on. You’re such a legend and you’re gorgeous. Look at you.

Ridge: Couldn’t agree with you more. Hey, heard you were in the building. [ Speaks German ]

Ellen: Hello. Good. So good to see you again.

Ridge: [ Speaks German ]

Ellen: Oh, yes.

Brooke: Hey, Ellen agreed to do that article that I was telling you about.

Ridge: That article. Yeah, yeah. How is that going, good?

Brooke: Uh, good. Yeah, this is going good, I’m a little bit rusty, so Ellen is being really patient, but I’m kinda getting it. Yeah.

Ellen: Don’t listen to her. She–she still got it.

[ Laughter ]

Ridge: I know that better than anyone.

Ellen: Yeah. Oh? [ Laughs ] Look at that. A little flirty.

[ Camera shutters ]

[ Birds chirping ]

Carter: I just had to do that one last time.

Quinn: I’m so glad you did.

Paris: Well, can I put it in storage for now? Okay. Thank you. That’s great. I’ll see you soon. Moving company.

Zende: You found a new place?

Paris: Not yet. And the lease on Zoe’s place is up, so…

Zende: Is she really not coming back here?

Paris: Not any time soon. I mean, honestly, I can’t even blame her. Especially with the way things went down with Quinn and Carter? I’d be trying to put that behind me too. I know you’re friends with Carter, but honestly, what was–what was he thinking getting mixed up with Quinn? They hurt so many people.

Quinn: Eric really told you to throw my portrait away?

Carter: Uh-hmm. Yeah, he asked me to get rid of it, but I couldn’t.

Quinn: Hmm, aww, that’s very sweet of you. But haven’t I gotten you in enough trouble as it is?

Carter: [ Chuckles ] Don’t worry, Eric and Ridge will never see it.

Quinn: I’m not just talking about the portrait.

Carter: I know.

Quinn: Uh-hmm.

Carter: I wish there was a way around it, but Eric was very clear.

Quinn: Uh-hmm.

Carter: Uh-hmm. I can’t have anything to do with you, if I wanna be with him and the Forresters.

Quinn: That’s… totally understandable.

Carter: Uh-hmm. I am representing him in his divorce from you with, uh– it’s a major conflict of interest.

Quinn: [ Sighs ] Yes. It would be… if this would going to continue. But it’s not. But–

Carter: Uh-hmm.

Quinn: –If all we have is this moment… then I’m going to make the most of it.

Steffy: You are the craziest, most romantic man, Dr. Finnegan.

Finn: We have the rings. We have the witness. We can do it right here.

Steffy: Okay. I–

Finn: We can go to the beach.

Steffy: I know, baby. I adore you for thinking about this and I do think it’s really sweet. The way you love me and Hayes, and Kelly, it really melts my heart. But having a wedding right now, like getting married? You really wanna just race into this?

Paris: I had no idea what Eric would do when the truth came out. I knew the marriage would be over. But Carter is the COO of the company.

Zende: And he’s been a major player at Forrester for a long time. The family relies on him.

Paris: Making his betrayal even worse in a sense, right?

Zende: So much worse. Uh, this could have been devastating for him. I mean, he risked everything, Paris. I mean, it’s definitely gonna have an impact. The fact that he still works here, I mean, that must feel like a miracle in itself.

Paris: Yeah, well, I mean, that’s just a testament to what kind of man Eric is, he’s generosity.

Zende: Yeah, but he is no push-over. I mean, Carter did not get away with anything. Nobody, I mean, nobody is gonna feel the same way about him again. Or trust him this much.

Paris: Especially around Quinn.

Quinn: I have never believed in silver linings before, but… I don’t know, I feel so lucky to spend this time with you. You are such an honest man. You’re strong, smart… oh, you’re sexy. [ Chuckles ] You know, thanks to you, a part of me feels so free.

Carter: From what?

Quinn: What? From– [ Sighs ] From being Mrs. Eric Forrester. I’m always feeling like I can never measure up. Always scared that my marriage is about to end and that I’m just– just not good enough.

Carter: I’m sorry you felt that way.

Quinn: No, me too. You know, I’ve been thinking a lot about– about Eric, our marriage and what happened. Then I think about you… everything between us. Brooke made it seem so ugly and shameful. I’m sure Eric did too, but–

Carter: But it–it wasn’t. And even if we can’t see each other anymore, I won’t stop thinking about you. Or what we mean to each other.

[ Camera shutters ]

Ellen: What do you think?

[ Camera shutters ] Oh, you know, I want your eyes to meet across the room.

Ridge: You want me to look at my hot wife? I can do that, one of my favorite things to do.

Ellen: Yeah. But, you know what, actually instead of if you go in you look closer. Oh, come on.

Ridge: Okay. I’ll do one.

Ellen: Yes, please. Just like that. [ Laughs ] Oh, there you go. Yeah, don’t forget about me. I’m still here. Yes. [ Laughs ] Okay. And why don’t you do a little dip?

Brooke: [ Giggling ]

Ellen: Oh, my god. [ Laughs ] Amazing. Okay. Wonderful. I think you got that.

Brooke: We got it? Thank you so much. Yes.

Brooke: Oh, wow. See? Told you it wouldn’t take so long.

Ridge: Of course, because you and you’re a pro.

Ellen: Listen, you both are wonderful and it was so much fun and such a pleasure to work with you.

Brooke: Thank you again for doing this, really.

Ellen: Yes, and soon you have to come to Paris.

Brooke: Of course, we’d love that.

Ellen: Yeah. And visit some [ Indistinct ] We look at the Eiffel Tower.

Ridge: Sounds lovely.

Brooke: That would be amazing. But at least we got to catch up now here in Los Angeles.

Ellen: Yeah, exactly. And I’m so proud I got to be part of the Ridge and Brooke legacy.

Ridge: The legacy is [ Indistinct ]

Brooke: Oh, thank you. Your legacy, honey.

Ridge: [ Speaks German ]

Brooke: Oh, hug.

Ellen: So–so much fun.

Brooke: Thank you so much.

Ellen: Thank you and see you soon. Yeah. Mwah. Can you take this down?

[ Laughter ]

Steffy: I’m not saying no. But we really got to think about this, because we just had a baby and we are so busy right now. And we’re exhausted half the time plus, I haven’t even met your family. Look, we don’t have to rush into saying our vows, just yet. Unless there is a reason you don’t wanna have a big wedding. Is there?

Ridge: Well, it was fun, it was good to see Ellen.

Brooke: Oh, yeah, it was.

Ridge: Let me ask you something. This photo-shoot, you didn’t really tell me about that, did you?

Brooke: Uh, no. No, I didn’t actually.

Ridge: Uh-hmm. Why not?

Brooke: Uh, I had my reasons.

Ridge: Really? So this is gonna be a surprise or…

Brooke: Well, if I tell you, then it wouldn’t really be a surprise, would it? Anyway, it’s kind of a way to keep out marriage exciting.

Ridge: Uh-hmm.&

Brooke: By keeping you on your toes.

Ridge: I like being on my toes.

Brooke: Uh-hmm?

Ridge: Yeah.

Finn: No, of course not. You know, if it’s a– a big wedding that you want, that’s what you’ll have. Even if I have to wait. Look, I’m gonna ask you something and I want you to be honest with me. And also with yourself. You’re desired to hold off on our marriage. Does it have anything to do with Liam?

Quinn: Hmm, it’s happening again.

Carter: What?

Quinn: All the stress and anxiety that I’m feeling and then, I just– I look into your eyes and it just melts away. We can’t– we can’t be doing this. We can’t be together and… just for the record, I was the one who was at the door, but you’re the one who stopped me from leaving. It was you.

Carter: Yeah, it was me and I shouldn’t have. But I don’t regret it.

Quinn: No, there’s too much at stake. We need to move on. I will battle back like I always do. And you’re gonna rebuild your reputation and someday, you’re gonna see some beautifully young fit model walking down the halls of Forrester Creations and you’re gonna be like, “I’m gonna build a life with you.”

Carter: That’s not what I want.

Quinn: What do you want?

[ Phone beeps ]

Brooke: Oh, let’s see who that is. It’s Ellen. She said the editor loved the photos and she sent me a link to the article already. Wow. Okay.

Ridge: Wow.

Brooke: Yeah.

Ridge: She is so good. See, these pictures are incredible. But they’re all of you and me together, I thought this article is gonna be on you.

Brooke: Surprise. [ Laughs ] We’ve been through so much lately, Ridge, and I just thought this was a good way to honor our love and our relationship… and our legacy.

Ridge: Very sweet. Oh, here is the article. Oh, that’s not good. Brooke and Ridge Forrester, co-CEO’s of Forrester Creations, well, that’s a mistake. We gotta get that fixed. It won’t make Steffy very happy, will it?

Steffy: Is Liam the reason I–I don’t wanna rush into marriage? No.

Finn: Think about it, I don’t need you to answer it right away.

Steffy: I don’t need to think about it. It’s obvious.

Finn: Because I know how much you loved him, Steffy. And you have Kelly together.

Steffy: Yeah, he’s Kelly’s father. He’s always gonna be around, but I’m committed to you. We don’t need a piece of paper to validate that. I can’t wait to meet your family. Two parents who raised a young, successful doctor. I bet your father is– is handsome as you. [ Laughter ] So let’s do it, okay? But we invite your parents over because I need to meet them. The sooner, the better.

Quinn: If we keep doing this, I’m going to get the feeling that you are not quite done with me yet.

Carter: You might be right. But if anyone found out…

Quinn: No, no, no, no, no, no. That can’t happen. We don’t want that to happen again.

Carter: Okay. So what are we doing?

Quinn: I think we are living in the moment. Giving in to our impulses.

Carter: Uh-hmm. Or most reckless desires.

Quinn: Yeah.

Carter: We were doomed from the start.

Quinn: I just don’t want this to end.

Carter: And neither do I.

Quinn: [ Sighs ] You know, I know– I know I should be mourning the end of my marriage. I can’t help feeling so at peace. I’ve ruined so many lives like a human wrecking ball. And I don’t wanna do that to you. You keep trying to pull away and move on. I don’t wanna go. I just wanna stay… stay right here with you. But… I know that can’t happen. And this has to end. And eventually, we’re going to have our last kiss. And say… goodbye.

Carter: Just a kiss?

Quinn: Oh.

Former GH actress Robyn Bernard (ex-Terry) passed away.

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Posted on July 19, 2021July 15, 2026 by TvMegasite Admin

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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards Nominees– General Hospital (ABC) is nominated for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series, Outstanding Cinematography or Camerawork for a Daytime Program (Episode 15719), Outstanding Lighting Direction for a Daytime Program (Episode 15624), Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series, Outstanding Cinematography or Camerawork for a Daytime Program (Episode 15719)
(Episode 15719) and Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program.
In acting, Steve Burton (Jason) is nominated for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor.
Amanda Setton (Brook Lynn) is nominated for Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress.
Braedyn Bruner (Emma) and Giovanni Mazza (Gio) are nominated for Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series.
Jeff Kober (Cyrus) and Eva LaRue (Natalia) are nominated for Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series.
Also, Scott Clifton (ex-Dillon) is nominated for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor for his role as Liam on “The Bold and the Beautiful”; Michelle Stafford (ex-Nina) is nominated for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress for her role as Phyllis on “The Young and The Restless” on CBS; and Roger Howarth (ex-Todd/Victor/Franco) is nominated for Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor for his role as Matt on “The Young and The Restless” on CBS.

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OLDER NEWS:

From Yahoo

Monday, 3/31/25: Jason and Sonny’s plans are thwarted. Molly gets devastating news. Kai confides in Trina. Emma opens up to Anna. Drew feels betrayed.

Tuesday, 4/1/25: Beloved Port Charles residents come together in a special episode honoring the 62nd anniversary of General Hospital and the opening of the Dr. Monica Quartermaine Cardiac Care Center.

Wednesday, 4/2/25: Carly and Brennan are on the same page. Maxie gives Lucas a push. Laura shares a meal with Sonny. Diane conducts a job interview. Sasha issues a warning.

Thursday, 4/3/25: Josslyn is suspicious. Carly questions Lucas. Sasha and Jason share a warm moment. Natalia argues with Sidwell. Portia lays down the law.

Friday, 4/4/25: Jason and Carly navigate their differences. Ava gets shocking intel. Kai and Trina are interrupted. Curtis and Drew trade accusations. Joss learns her fate.

From Yahoo

Monday, 4/14/25: Trina confides in Portia. Willow makes a big decision. Brennan reassures Carly. Laura’s news rattles Sonny. Ava tries to soothe Ric’s worries.

Tuesday, 4/15/25: Elizabeth gets a warm homecoming. Alexis wrestles with her conscience. Trina seeks out Ava. Chase and Lois have a heart-to-heart. Brook Lynn lays out her plan.

Wednesday, 4/16/25: Lucky makes a commitment. Tracy is intrigued. Lucas walks in on a tense moment. Drew hatches a new scheme. Curtis is suspicious of Jordan.

Thursday, 4/17/25: Sonny hosts Dante’s birthday party. Brook Lynn and Chase plan their future. Felicia makes a request of Carly. Cody offers assistance to Molly. Marco gives Alexis food for thought.

Friday, 4/18/25: Sonny confides in Carly. Jason confronts Sasha. Anna and Felicia catch up. Jordan gets a tempting offer. Maxie is taken aback.

From Dish Network Guide

Monday 3/24/25: Jason issues an ultimatum; Valentin makes a request of Alexis; Portia and Nina connect; Lucas confides in Elizabeth; Drew reassures Willow.

Tuesday 3/25/25: Carly and Brennan discuss their future; Ava gets the upper hand; Liz seeks information from Ric; Tracy grills Brook Lynn; Ned reveals his plan.

Wednesday 3/26/25: Lulu makes an admission; Kristina is on the warpath; Ava briefs Ric; Jordan questions Curtis; Laura and Ezra clash.

Thursday 3/27/25: Lucky surprises Elizabeth; Jason is wary; Felicia puts Sasha on the spot; Jordan opens up to Isaiah; Alexis summons Ric to her office.

Friday 3/28/25: Anna reflects on her past; Liz and Tracy discuss Drew; Emma takes drastic action; Ava issues a threat; Kristina regrets her decision.

From Yahoo:

Monday, 3/10/25: Anna and Jason are in a race against time; Dante seeks Maxie’s help; Jordan and Isaiah make a pact; Tracy is outraged; Chase makes an arrest.

Tuesday, 3/11/25: Brook Lynn is enraged; Portia pleads with Curtis; Dante and Lulu reconnect; Sasha meets with Carly; Emma steps up for Gio.

Wednesday, 3/12/25: Liz and Lucky’s attraction deepens; Carly confronts Drew; Alexis seeks out Curtis; Ric has bad news for Portia; Ava asks Nina for a favor.

Thursday, 3/13/25: Lucky and Liz’s plans are thwarted; Anna seeks Brennan’s assistance; Carly questions her feelings; Lucas has an intriguing encounter; Portia covers her tracks.

Friday, 3/14/25: Trina is in for a big surprise on her birthday; Kristina wants answers; Sonny makes a confession; Dante opens up to Chase; Lois gets reassurance.

Monday, 3/3/25: Sasha updates Jason. Lulu makes a request of Spinelli. Gio seeks Dante’s advice. Sidwell tries to make a deal. Drew confronts Curtis.

Tuesday, 3/4/25: Laura brings news to Curtis. Brad makes a confession. Emma confides in Gio. Carly lashes out. Portia is threatened.

Wednesday, 3/5/25: Carly and Brennan’s date is interrupted. Lois tries to cover her tracks. Ava advises Portia. Lulu seeks out Cody. Anna confides in Felicia.

Thursday, 3/6/25: Sonny and Tracy clash. Lulu ponders her next move. Willow befriends Isaiah. Elizabeth meets with Drew. Alexis is summoned to Wyndemere.

Friday, 3/7/25: Brook Lynn is in the hot seat. Carly makes a big decision. Isaiah and Jordan get closer. Emma worries about Anna. Ned and Lois disagree.

Monday, 2/24/25: Carly discovers something shocking; Cyrus and Josslyn come face to face; Lulu gets much-needed support from Dante; Sasha tries to keep her secret hidden.

Tuesday, 2/25/25: Nina’s presence irks Drew. Carly and Brennan discuss their budding relationship. Jordan and Portia connect. The walls close in on Jason. Alexis makes a request.

Wednesday, 2/26/26: Trina and Kai share a romantic moment. Carly pleads with Willow. Josslyn makes a life-altering decision. Brook Lynn is thrown by Chase’s suggestion. Tracy makes a move against Drew. Stella surprises Curtis.

Thursday, 2/27/25: Lulu is suspicious. Trina confides in Stella. Sonny receives a warning. Carly is shaken. Dante counsels Chase.

Friday, 2/28/25: Cyrus prepares to strike again. Carly and Sonny debrief. Liz and Lucky update Anna. Mac is dismayed. Willow makes an unwelcome discovery.

From TVGuide and Yahoo

Monday, 2/17/25: Sasha attempts to keep the truth about her child a secret; Carly becomes suspicious of Drew; Cyrus contemplates his next move; Sonny waits for Ava’s decision.

Tuesday, 2/18/25: Chase plans a romantic gesture for Brook Lynn; Maxie helps others find love; Brennan surprises Carly; Trina and Kai spend Valentine’s Day together; Anna talks to Jason.

Wednesday, 2/19/25: Dante enlightens Lulu. The tension between Drew and Curtis grows. Willow is caught off-guard. Chase makes a confession. Carly and Brennan are interrupted.

Thursday, 2/20/25: Jason makes a big decision. Laura gets shocking news. Portia and Isaiah work to save a life. Brook Lynn faces her fears. Jordan strategizes.

Friday, 2/21/25: Anna shares big news with Dante. Sasha makes a confession. Drew and Jason face off. Brennan does damage control. Lulu is stunned.

From Yahoo

Monday, February 10: Jason and Tracy face off. Carly makes a promise. Ava’s scheme backfires. Trina and Kai spend some quality time together. Willow is torn.

Tuesday, February 11: Curtis issues a warning to Jordan. Isaiah and Elizabeth commiserate. Sonny gets some good news. Jason meets with Sasha. Cody opens up to Felicia.

Wednesday, February 12: Jason sits down with Danny. Josslyn has some explaining to do. Alexis asks Tracy for a favor. Carly and Brennan hit the town. Kristina and Isaiah get better acquainted.

Thursday, February 13: Nina gives Sonny food for thought. Chase makes a confession. Sasha is thrown for a loop. Elizabeth reassures Ric. Cody issues an apology.

Friday, February 14: Ava receives an offer. Ric nurses reservations. Kristina is livid. Molly makes a revelation. Alexis makes her case to Jason.

From TVGUIDE.COM:

Monday, 2/3/25: Lulu tries to support Dante; Sonny consoles Alexis; Trina is taken aback; Sasha is in for a surprise; Elizabeth sees through Lucky’s facade.

Tuesday, 2/4/25: Lucky opens up to Liz; Felicia puts Sasha on the spot; Carly makes a discovery; Jordan reveals her plan to Isaiah; Drew makes a shocking claim.

Wednesday, 2/5/25: Alexis, Molly and Kristina strategize; Sasha lashes out; Willow makes a decision; Lucas give Carly his two cents; Tracy is livid.

Thursday, 2/6/25: Dante makes a plea; Rocco hears something he shouldn’t; Lois seeks out Martin; Portia checks in with Brad; Nina makes a surprising move.

Friday, 2/7/25: Nina tries to form an alliance; Sonny gets medical news; Lulu has a tense encounter; Laura warns Drew; Jordan briefs Anna.

From DISH Network and other sources:

Monday, 1/27: Chase receives devastating news. Nina and Curtis devise a detailed strategy. Laura opens up to Lulu. Kristina feels a growing sense of suspicion. Anna begins to view Jason from a fresh perspective.

Tuesday: 1/28: Alexis is left reeling; Trina encourages Kai; Carly receives a warning; Anna confronts Emma; Chase has news for Brook Lynn.

Wednesday, 1/29: Dante is horrified; Tracy and Martin have a run-in; Cody is blindsided; Brook Lynn ponders her next move; Sasha opens up to Jason.

Thursday, 1/30: Carly and Brennan get closer; Lulu confides in Maxie; Molly and Kristina are stunned; Dante briefs Chase; Cody jumps to conclusions.

Friday, 1/31: Ric and Ava make a plea; Dante confronts Anna; Brook Lynn seeks out Cody; Laura gives Lulu food for thought; Brad makes an outrageous request.

Leslie Charleson (Monica) passed away after a long illness at age 79. More

GH will not air Tuesday, 1/7/25 due to news coverage.

Monday, 1/6/25: Willow is distraught; Carly vents to Jason; Michael is in danger; Josslyn makes a discovery; Brad lashes out.

Wednesday, 1/8/25: Jason and Sonny rush to action; Nina delivers bad news; Chase opens up to Sasha; Brook Lynn makes a revelation; Portia confides in Isaiah.

Thursday, 1/9/25: Sonny wants answers; Anna needs Brennan’s help; Jason makes a request of Lucas; Nina advises Willow; Drew interrupts Carly.

Friday, 1/10/25: Ric tries to sway Alexis; Cyrus does some eavesdropping; Willow takes control; Diane and Martin spar; Carly and Sonny lean on each other.

Monday, 1/13/25: Carly issues a warning; Tracy and Stella catch up; Kai and Trina share a close moment; Cody seeks out Brad; Nina and Sonny make a compromise.

GH Tuesday, 12/31 (New Year’s Eve) will be a re-run of the 8/26 episode. Wednesday, 1/1 (New Year’s Day): Another re-run, of the 9/23 episode.

This week’s Spoilers from TV Guide: Monday, 12/30: Elizabeth makes a big discovery. Isaiah advises Lucky. Kristina gets intel from Lucas. Ava seeks out Laura. Trina shows something special to Kai.

Thursday, 1/2: Anna issues a threat. Ava seeks Alexis’s assistance. Michael is shocked. Lulu is frustrated. Willow receives an invitation.

Friday, 1/3: Sonny contemplates his future. Michael tries to leverage an advantage. Charlotte makes a decision. Jason refuses an offer. Sasha confides in Felicia.

From TVGuide.com

Monday, 12/23/24: Anna gets a holiday surprise; Laura counts her blessings; Lulu makes a promise; Sonny and Brennan clash; Liz and Lucky reminisce.

Tuesday, 12/24/24: Re-run from May: Elizabeth is completely frightened; Alexis is taken aback; Sonny gets a warning from Dante; Ava is given important information; Kristina decides to make a proposal.

Wednesday, 12/25/24: pre-empted by sports

Thursday, 12/26/24: Dante gets shocking news; Sonny meets up with Laura for a chat; Michael opens up to Jason; Willow gets defensive; Lynn and Chase come up with a plan.

Friday, 12/27/24: Anna is shocked by Jason; Michael seeks words of wisdom; Kai gets much-needed assistance from Trina; Alexis is in a stunned state; Brennan puts out a request.

Chad Duell (Michael) is the latest actor to depart the show (his contract is up). MORE

From TVGuide.com

Monday, 12/2/24: Lulu is in for several shocks. Lucky delivers news to Laura. TJ and Molly make a big decision. Alexis and Ric have it out. Jason’s announcement rocks Drew.

Tuesday, 12/3/24: Laura confides in Anna. Dante visits Maxie. Danny opens up to Jason and Carly. Jason receives an urgent request. Ric defends his actions.

Wednesday, 12/4/24: Laura breaks bad news. Anna is racked with guilt. Ric makes an admission to Ava. Jordan advises Curtis. Brook Lynn is uneasy.

Thursday, 12/5/24: Jason makes Brennan an offer. Dante seeks Sonny’s advice. Isaiah shares personal news with Jordan. TJ opens up to Curtis. Carly makes a risky move.

Friday, 12/6/24: Elizabeth is determined to get answers about Sam. Ava makes a demand. Brad gets intel about Lucas. Lois has a realization. Molly pleads with Kristina.

From TVGuide.com:

Monday, 11/25/24: Ava’s trial begins. Kristina takes the stand. Michael makes a move against Drew. Lulu takes a risk. Curtis opens up to Jordan.
Tuesday, 11/26/24: Lucky is eager to help Elizabeth. Dante testifies at Ava’s trial. Ric has a trick up his sleeve. Cody assists a stranger. Sasha confides in Maxie.
Wednesday, 11/27/24: Lucky confronts Cyrus. Ric calls Molly to the stand. Maxie and Spinelli are in for a shock. Brook Lynn and Chase have a heart-to-heart. Lulu sees a familiar face.
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, General Hospital Thursday, November 28 will air an episode from 7/19/24. Friday, November 29, the show will be pre-empted by sports.

Monday, 11/4:Sam’s loved ones reel from news of her passing. Robert and Holly revisit their past. Sonny supports Dante. Alexis has a request for Kristina and Molly.
Tuesday, 11/5: Sasha and Willow have it out. Kristina is horrified. Ava issues an apology. Carly is stunned. Jason and Diane have a heart-to-heart.
Wednesday, 11/6: Anna delivers grave news. Carly seeks Brennan’s help. Michael is suspicious. Dante opens up to his parents. Portia meets with Isaiah.
Thursday, 11/7: Jason states his terms. Anna is skeptical. Brennan fears for Carly’s safety. Lucas confides in Brad. Alexis opens up to Sonny.
Friday, 11/8: Ric pays a visit to Anna. Jason is summoned to the PCPD. Brook Lynn and Chase make a big decision. Tracy strategizes with Cody. Holly is rebuffed.

The show will be preempted Tuesday, 10/1 and Wednesday, 10/2 due to MLB playoffs.

From TVGuide.com:

Monday, 9/30: Elizabeth opens up to Terry; Nina and Curtis are puzzled; Brennan briefs Robert; Mac makes his feelings clear; Carly wants answers.
Thursday, 10/3: Sam wants to clear the air. Molly challenges Alexis. Elizabeth urges caution. Trina confides in Ava. Portia questions Brad.
Friday, 10/4: Lucas returns! Ava advises Portia. Violet’s behavior worries Brook Lynn and Chase. Trina and Gio clash. Sonny reassures Carly.

Please sign this petition to keep Kelly Monaco on General Hospital! Contact the show and those in charge to let them know they should keep her!

From TVGuide.com

Monday, 8/26: Tracy is shaken; Laura embarks on a mission; Anna enlists Robert’s help; Jason hears Brennan out; Brook Lynn has an emotional talk with Chase.

Tuesday, 8/27: Elizabeth and Carly are dumbstruck; Laura delivers dire news; Molly confides in Dex; Ric visits Alexis; Tracy lashes out.

Wednesday, 8/28: Laura makes a big decision; Anna makes her case to Brennan; Sonny’s suspicions are confirmed; Ava is alarmed; Kristina contacts Jason.

Thursday, 8/29: Kristina is devastated; Sonny makes a stunning offer; Drew gets a shocking call; Dante opens up to Olivia; Portia and Curtis discuss the future.

Friday, 8/30: Carly puts pressure on Sonny; Alexis faces off with John; Anna is persuasive; Michael worries about Willow; Ava is frightened.

This week’s Spoilers from DISH Network’s guide:

Monday the show is pre-empted due to the eclipse coverage.

Tuesday, April 9, 2024: Nina and Drew get in a heated argument; Carly finds John in trouble; Sonny is furious with Jason; Michael and Willow discuss her career; Kristina is disturbed by Ava’s behavior.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024: Sonny and Jason have a tense meeting; Drew and Nina come to a surprising agreement; Carly begins to see a different side to John; Curtis achieves another milestone; Ava searches for something in Sonny’s house.
Thursday, April 9, 2024: Anna asks Valentin for help. Alexis receives news about her appeal. Curtis suggests a business proposition to Drew. Chase has a surprise for Brook Lynn. Nina gets the wrong idea.
Friday, April 12, 2024: Jason wants to give something to Carly. Things do not go well with Lucy and The Home & Heart Deception segment. Tracy has a heart to heart with Brook Lynn. Sasha finds joy working in the stables with Cody. Gregory encourages Alexis.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 4/10/24: Jason Vs. Sonny!

Monday, 3/25/24 Jason tells his story; Elizabeth is overcome with emotion; Stella comforts Trina; Michael is cautious; Jake is furious.

Tuesday, 3/26/24 Anna is stunned; Carly is determined to get to Jason; Ava comforts Sonny; Curtis is suspicious; Gregory’s symptoms become more pronounced.

Wednesday, 3/27/24 Sam and Jason come face to face; Danny and Jake argue; Anna offers a surprising proposal to Dex; Trina makes a heartbreaking confession; Brook Lynn shares a message.

Thursday, 3/28/24 Tempers fly at Jason’s arraignment; Carly and Alexis are surprised; Sonny has his doubts; Sam gets some hope. Nina is insistent.

Friday, 3/29/24 Jason meets with Sonny; Ava and Sonny have a close moment; Anna learns some important information; Valentin makes arrangements; Olivia, Danny and Rocco rush to Dante’s bedside.

This week’s Spoilers from DISH Network’s guide:

Monday, 3/11/24: Carly reveals the news about Jason to Sonny. John and Anna continue their pursuit. Maxie and Spinelli try to resolve their issues. Sasha offers her support to Cody.

Tuesday, 3/12/24: Drew confronts Carly; Jason asks for a favor; Sam is emotional; Finn assesses Heather; Natalia surprises Blaze.

Wednesday, 3/13/24: Sonny fears Jason has changed; Michael is in shock; Selina shares information with Curtis; Drew blows of some steam; Jordan has doubts about her career.

Thursday, 3/14/24: Jason explains where he has been; Lois checks in on Sonny; John asks Carly for help; Sam has trouble hiding her suspicions; Molly speaks to Anna about potential charges.

Friday, 3/15/24: Heather gets medical information; Diane has a proposal for Alexis; Kevin reveals something to Marshall about his diagnosis; Josslyn tries to stop Dex from leaving; Nina humiliates Gregory.

This week’s promo!

GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers: Drew Is Done!

This week’s Spoilers from TV Guide:

Monday, 3/4: Jason returns to Port Charles; Selina and Sonny’s negotiation is abruptly interrupted; Laura confronts Cyrus; Brook Lynn confides in Tracy; Heather attempts an escape.

Tuesday, 3/5: Josslyn and Dex are in a frantic situation; Sonny hits a sore spot with John; Anna learns some tragic news; Marshall tells Curtis about his misdiagnosis; Laura acts fast in a crisis.

Wednesday, 3/6: Anna questions Josslyn and Dex; Olivia and Sonny reconnect; Alexis is apprehensive; Cody and Sasha each make a confession; Spinelli and Ava are in for a shock.

Thursday, 3/7: Sonny and Ava share a loaded moment; Drew and Carly have their hands full; Maxie is stunned; Laura offers comfort; Brook Lynn opens up to Jordan.

Friday, 3/8: Carly is taken aback; Nina corners Ava; Sonny gets an update on John’s investigation; Michael tries to convince Dex to stay; Alexis vents to Diane.

Monday, 2/26/24: Spinelli gets tasked by Sonny; Blaze is taken aback when her mother, Natalia, pays her an unannounced visit; Nina seeks much-needed help from Ava; Drew gets encouragement from Curtis.

Tuesday, 2/27/24: Nina tries to defend her actions to Sonny. Drew opens up to Carly. Blaze has a defining moment with her mother. Maxie and Spinelli get closer.

Wednesday, 2/28/24: Tracy, Lois and Maxie help Brook Lynn find a wedding dress. Chase needs to clear something up. Carly tells Sonny about her run-in. Joss tries to find Dex. John runs into Scott.

Thursday, 2/29/24: Dante tries to play peacemaker. Sonny confronts John. Brook Lynn reassures Chase. Lois has it out with Tracy. Finn and Elizabeth discuss their future.

Friday, 3/1/24: Felicia makes a confession. Dante discovers a connection. Anna and John hash out their differences. Sonny and Spinelli loop Ava into their plan. Blaze and Kristina make a revelation.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 2/8/24: Carly and Brook Lynn Team Up!

Exclusive Preview: Carly Learns of Bobbie’s Death

Monday, January 1st is pre-empted for sports, as usual on New Year’s Day!

Tuesday, January 2: Carly receives life-altering news; Sonny confronts Michael; Olivia gets angry with Lois; Sam grapples with how to co-parent with Drew; Willow comes to Nina for help.
Wednesday, January 3: Michael confesses to Sonny; Drew supports Carly in her time of need; Tracy starts to put the pieces together; Willow suspects Michael’s ulterior motives; Ava has a surpise visitor.
Thursday, January 4: Carly lashes out; Sonny encounters Cyrus at the church; Joss and Dex find a drunk Adam; Curtis has a romantic surprise for Portia; Laura has a realization about Esme.
Friday, January 5: Felicia and Anna reminisce; Cody comforts Maxie; Sasha encourages Nina to have faith; Sam and Drew have an argument; Dante is in a predicament.

Thanksgiving episodes: Friday’s show is pre-empted for football.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 11/21/23: Can Sonny Stop Cyrus?

SOD 11/13/23

Drew is released early and surprises Carly at Kelly’s. It happens fast, so Drew is still in shock, too. He’s very grateful to learn Carly’s role in getting him released. Drew then visits Sam and his daughter, Scout. He spends the day with Scout, and they visit Alexis to thank her, too. We learn that the stint in Pentonville did some damage to him both emotionally and physically, giving him a less carefree attitude.

Early Editions: Maxie announces something that is shocking. Austin gets the third degree from Dante. Lois and Brook Lynn make plans.

Ratings, week of 10/9: 1.28.

Victor Clarke plays Devon in scenes with Curtis this week.

Matias Ponce plays Salvadore, the photographer who shoots Sasha this week for Deception.

Ellen Travolta returns as Gloria, Lois’s mother, around Thanksgiving. She was last seen in 1996.

Laura is shocked when Esme tells her that she wants to move out on her own with Ace. They have a good talk about it, so Laura understands better why Esme wants to do this. Esme confides that she has feelings for Spencer, so that’s one of the reasons she wants to move out. She doesn’t want to get in the way of his relationship with Trina. Later, Spencer finds out accidentally that she’s found a new place when she lets Laura know about it.

11/6 Something horrifies Valentin. Finn is made uncomfortable. Dante and Sam are worried. 11/7 Someone gives Curtis good advice. Alexis is in an ethical quandary, but Gregory helps her. Anna is offered help by Sonny. 11/8 Sasha tries to fix a relationship. Ava hears shocking news from Sonny. 11/9 Spencer feels that someone has betrayed him. Brook Lynn is warned by Lois to be careful. Olivia acts.

Sonny and Nina’s wedding is given a Thumbs Up!

November preview includes the classic Thanksgiving episode for the Quartermaines, which should stand out from past episodes. Someone visits Anna, which shocks her, and something happens that changes her and Valentin’s relationship. Carly and Sonny don’t buy Nina’s reasons for wanting to give Carly back the Metro Court. Carly still wants to find out who ratted her and Drew out. Nina becomes a bone of contention in Michael and Willow’s marriage. Drew tries to do something powerful, with Michael’s help. Ned’s memories come back dramatically after he has another accident, which could affect his and Olivia’s future. Lois and Brook Lynn have problems, caused by her mother’s reveal of a big secret at Thanksgiving. Austin decides to tell the police the truth after Dante suspects him of lying. Ava is out for vengeance when she finds out that someon betrayed her. Trina and Spencer have disagreements because of his devotion to his brother, especially after Esme moves out. TJ and Molly’s quest to become parents hits a new block. Kristina learns more about Blaze as they grow closer. Sasha and Cody grow closer as well, and he gets a new career. Finn has a work crisis, which Elizabeth helps him with. Joss gets more involved with Adam and his problems. Laura has to worry about Cyrus as well as try to keep Charlotte from the dark side. Portia supports TJ while Curtis decides he has to end something from his past.

Photos of Eden McCoy (Joss) in different outfits are featured.

What Will Happen: Alexis can tell that Molly and Kristina are acting differently towards each other. Kevin and Laura catch up on what’s happened since their return. Willow confides to Michael.
The Daytime Emmys Will Now Air December 15 on CBS.

GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers: Will Charlotte Survive?

Tyler Christopher (ex-Nikolas) passed away. More

SOD 11/6/23

Ned finally has some flashes of memory of his life as Ned instead of Eddie. He has previously recognized Lois from the photo albums, and he remembered his leather jacket and guitar. Lois spends some time with Leo and remarks on how smart he is, such as knowing the length of the Brooklyn Bridge. This triggers a memory of being there with Lois on their wedding day. It really shocks him, since it happened to Ned, not Eddie. He gets scared and leaves the room abruptly. He goes to the Solarium to escape into his music. He’s having writer’s block, trying to finish the song. He’s at a crossroads, both in his life and with the song. Lois hears the song and suggests he keep going.

Michael Easton (Finn) is featured in a quick interview about Finn’s recent stories.

Early Editions: Ava learns something shocking. Alexis has to weigh a moral decision. Something horrifies Anna.

Ratings, week of 10/2: 1.36.

Asher Jared Antonyzyn now plays Danny, Sam’s son, replacing Zakary Risinger.

Georgie (Lily Fisher) can be seen again this week. Lily played the role previously but Eden Harker has been temporarily playing the role since July.

John J. York’s final scenes as Mac (before he had to take off time to fight some serious illnesses) will be seen next week.

Taggert (Réal Andrews) was last seen drinking a lot after learning that Trina is not his biological daughter. The actor indicated to fans on Instagram that he hadn’t been contacted yet about returning, but he’s not upset about it.

Mark Goddard (ex-Derek) passed away Oct. 10.

Charlotte has more plans for Anna. She convinces Valentin to let her go trick-or-treating with her friends, unchaperoned. He agrees, as long as she has a chat with Kevin. She reluctantly agrees, even though she doesn’t feel like she’s done anything wrong. Anna comes by their house to let Valentin know that she has a new place to live. Seeing Anna with her keys gives Charlotte an idea. However, her plans won’t go the way she wanted.

10/30 Ava and Laura fill each other in. Sonny is happy to reunite with someone. Austin, upset, gets drunk. 10/31 Trina has a bad dream. Cyrus visits someone else who’s not happy to see him. Anna goes into action. 11/1 Ava is offered something. Carly warns someone. 11/2 Spencer is praised by Trina. Max gives someone great news. Michael is reassured by Sonny.

A pictorial shows various characters in “costume” when it wasn’t Halloween.

Maurice Benard (Sonny) is featured in the short, one-page “Take Five” interview.

GH Spoilers 10/31/23: Charlotte Gets Suspicious!

SOD 10/23/23

Mason is ready to kill Ava as he waits for Cyrus to give him the signal. He takes her to a cliff, about to push her off. He doesn’t want to let her go because she’ll not only go to the police, but Sonny will go after him. Ava tries to flirt with him, but he sees right through her. Mason isn’t too fond of her because she looks down at him. She also tries to promise him that she’ll protect him from Sonny, but he doesn’t believe her. Cyrus phones to tell Mason to let Ava go, but Mason wants to kill her, anyway.

Amanda Setton (Brook Lynn) is interviewed briefly about her recent story.

Early Editions: Felicia makes an error in her new job. Lucy pours out her frustrations to Martin. Michael has a hard time trying to decide what to do with the new information he learned.

Ratings, week of 9/18: 1.34.

Molly is now being played by Kristen Vanganos; she first aired 9/27. She replaced Brooke Anne Smith, who replaced Holiday Mia Kriegel, who was filling in for Molly’s long-term portrayer Haley Pullos.

Kristen Alderson (ex-Starr) and her fiancé are expecting a baby in January.

ABC photographer Craig Sjodin died from injuries sustained in a bicycle accident. He had been working there for 39 years, taking GH photographs, and just retired.

There had been rumors that Laura Wright (Carly) was leaving the show, but they’re not true.

Brandon Barash (ex-Johnny) and his wife had a son 9/15.

When Lois finds out that Tracy forced Brook Lynn to spy for her, she gives Tracy a piece of her mind.

10/16 Josslyn starts to freak out. Cyrus warns someone. Eddie gets a lecture. 10/17 Sonny learns something new from Carly. Curist and Portia have an important talk. Blaze pours her heart out to Kristina. Dex is questiond by Austin. 10/18 Gregory isn’t sure about something. Finn proposes something romantic. Valentin spills to Laura. 10/19 Dante gets frustrated. Esme and Spencer have an argument. Alexis loses heart.

The show is given a Thumbs Up! for having Blair (from “One Life to Live”) drop in and be revealed as Martin’s ex-wife. They’re given a Thumbs Down! for mentioning that she jumped into bed with David Vickers because they thought that was out of character for her.

A short article talks about highlights this week from the show in years past.

What Will Happen: Sam is Carly’s confidante. Lucy and Maxie wonder who they should choose as the new Face of Deception. Sasha realizes something important. Kristina is surprised by Blaze.

Congratulations to the show for being nominated for Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, Writing, Directing, Lighting Direction, Costume Design/Styling, and Hair Styling and Makeup, Casting, and for Best Original Song for “Darling, Darling”. Congratulations to Finola Hughes (Anna) for Lead Actress, to Maurice Benard (Sonny) for Lead Actor, to Sonya Eddy (Epiphany), Brook Kerr (Portia) and Kelly Thiebaud (Britt) for Supporting Actress, to Nicholas Chavez (Spencer), Chad Duell (Michael), Robert Gossett (Marshall) and Jon Lindstrom (Kevin/Ryan) for Supporting Actor, to Eden McCoy (Josslyn) for Younger Performer, and to Ally Mills (Heather) for Guest Performance. The full list of nominations can be found here!

From soapsindepth.com: The 50th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards will be held on Friday, June 16 at 9 p.m. ET. The Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmys are scheduled for the following day, Saturday, June 17, also at 9 p.m. ET. The main Daytime Emmy Awards will be shown live on CBS on Friday, June 16, starting at 9 p.m. ET, also streaming live on Paramount+. The Creative Arts Emmy Awards, they will be streaming live on Watch.TheEmmys.tv and the Emmys streaming apps starting at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, Jun 17.

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