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Y&R Short Recap Friday, March 14, 2025
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The entire episode takes place in Havenhurst as Phyllis and Sharon decide to trash the room where they are being held to show their captor that they will survive this ordeal. Once Phyllis and Sharon trash the room they find the camera and turn it off.
Billy, Chance, and Nick wait for the landlord to arrive to open the door. Chance gets a search warrant to search for the building. The landlord arrives but the keys to open the building don’t work because the door locks have been changed. Chance’s team opens the door and they start calling Phyllis and Sharon ‘s name. The men hear music and follow it to the room where Phyllis and Sharon are being held. Phyllis and Sharon’s room fills with poison gas because their captor is upset that the ladies didn’t play the game fairly.
The men find Phyllis and Sharon and kick down the door to the room. Phyllis is unconscious because she has breathed too much of the gas. Nick helps Sharon out of the room. Once everyone is at Sheron’s house the ladies tell Billy, Chance, and Nick everything that their captor put them through when he had them trapped in that room. The ladies think that the game isn’t over for their captor and he may come after them again. Phyllis and Sharon say they must find out who their captor is before he can hurt them.
Traci hears Alan’s phone ping and she looks confused when she reads the text alert.
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Days Short Recap Thursday, March 13, 2025
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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl
Theresa and Tate were at Small Bar. She talked to him getting Sophia pregnant. He said they were responsible but it didn’t work. Theresa said it might not be a good idea to give the baby up for adoption, but Tate didn’t agree with her. She changed her mind about the adoption until he mentioned Johnny and Chanel adopting the baby. Theresa didn’t think it was a good idea for them to adopt the baby. They continued to talk about it until Theresa said she would support him. While they were talking, Amy showed up and wondered why Tate was in a bar. Tate introduced Amy to Thereesa. Theresa lied to her and said she was out of town visiting her mother. Amy said she knew she was a convicted felon. When Theresa tried to defend her actions, Amy said she wasn’t concerned about it. Her concern was EJ’s actions. At Marlena’s house, Belle noticed Marlena’s luggage and wondered where she was going. Marlena told her she was going to find John. She told Belle that Shane kept dodging her calls. Belle agreed that Marlena should look for him. Marlena told her about the plan to find Shane and bring John home. She said Belle would do the same thing for the person she loved. Belle said she would know that if she ever found the person she loved. Marlena wanted Belle to talk to her. Belle opened up to her about her love life. She said she was trying to figure out who she was and decided that she might not need a love life. Marlena asked if she was talking about EJ too. Belle said it was over with EJ. She said what EJ did to Ava and Jada were the last straw and was going to make him pay for what he did.
Chanel ran into Paulina at the town square. Paulina asked how she was doing after the meeting with Amy. Chanel regretted that Amy didn’t get to know the real her and Johnny. Paulina said she had a plan to fix the situation. She was meeting Amy and would win her over. EJ talked to Stefano’s painting and debated on using the memory serum on Rachel. Johnny walked in and wondered what he was talking about. He asked EJ what he did. EJ said he was making family problems go away. EJ blamed Jada and Gabi for what happened to which Johnny said he knew he was behind Arnold being back. Johnny demanded to know how he could get involved with Arnold after what he did to his mother. EJ lied and said he didn’t do it. While they were talking, EJ told Johnny that he had a plan to fix things with Amy. Johnny wasn’t interested in EJ’s plan and didn’t trust him. EJ wanted to talk about Arnold and apologized for what happened with Sami years ago. He said hurting Sami was one of the biggest regrets in his life. Johnny appreciated his apology, but said it wasn’t up to him to forgive. Steve went to the pub to let Roman know about the search for John. When Roman offered to help, Steve said he didn’t want to scare Shane. He asked if Roman could keep an eye out on Kayla while he was gone. Roman agreed to watch out for her and said he would watch out for Black Patch since there was no one else after what EJ did. He said he could kill EJ for what he did to Sami and said she was still traumatized about it. Johnny met with Chanel at the town square and told her about EJ’s apology. He said it was the first time they talked about it. Chanel wondered if he believed EJ about Rafe’s kidnapping. Johnny wasn’t sure what to believe. Paulina and Amy met at Small Bar to talk. She told Amy that they could solve the problem. Amy thought they could and said Johnny and Chanel were lovely people. She said she didn’t want the baby near EJ. Paulina said she would make sure EJ wasn’t near the baby. Steve went to Marlena’s house and promised Belle they would find John. Before Marlena and Steve left, she suggested that Belle be honest about what’s in her heart. Belle thought about telling EJ off and said she would think with her head. EJ suddenly showed up at the house. Johnny went to the pub to get food. Roman said he didn’t want EJ to get anything. Johnny said he talked to his father, and he was upset about what Arnold did to Sami. Roman didn’t believe that EJ was sorry. He said it didn’t stop EJ from doing the same thing. Johnny wasn’t sure what he was talking about.
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Beyond The Gates Short Recap Thursday, March 13, 2025
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Recap written by Michelle & Cheryl
Dani looked through Bill and Hayley’s honeymoon photos. She wasn’t happy about it, but she was determined not to ruin Nicole’s big night. Leslie planned to ruin Nicole’s night. She got a job catering at the gala. Leslie wanted to expose Ted and Nicole in front of the community. Eva saw Martin at Nicole’s office. She shocked him by how much she knew about his political career. Ted and Nicole arrived and invited her to the gala. Vernon received a call from someone. Naomi walked in Dani’s room and found her screaming and throwing her tablet against the wall. She thought her mother enjoyed pain. Anita agreed with her as she and Vernon walked into the room. Leslie was happy with how she worked her way into the gala. Eva wasn’t happy about Leslie’s plan. She went back on her word about not revealing herself to Ted and Nicole. Leslie convinced Eva that it was a coincidence that she ended up working at the gala. Andre saw Dani in her dress and flirted with her. He wanted to take her out of her dress.
Martin took pictures with his family. After the photo op, someone approached Martin about a job for Smitty. Martin turned down the offer. Vernon approached Martin to confront him about running for president. He told Martin not to run for president because of his secret. Vernon was certain that his secret would come out if he decided to run for office. The family couldn’t survive that type of scandal. Martin wasn’t worried because he secret was buried. Ted got an unpleasant surprise when he saw Leslie working at the bar. She let him know that the job paid well. Ted threatened to destroy her, but she wasn’t worried about him. She survived everything in the past. Dani introduced her father at the gala. Leslie was about to approach Nicole, but Eva spotted her. She told her mother that she had to leave. Leslie refused to go because she had to serve the drinks. She returned to the gala. Leslie was approached by her boss because someone tipped him off (Eva) that she was being unprofessional towards the guests. He threw her out of the event.
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BTG Transcript Thursday, March 13, 2025
Beyond The Gates Transcript
Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane
THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!
Here’s one thing that never changes. The aroma of down-home cooking?
That’s right.
[chuckles] You and Orphey Gene’s are my constant stars. But we’re not usually here in tux and gown. [chuckles] True. I wanted to make sure you had a good meal in you. We can’t have you singing Nicole’s praises and forgetting to eat. Tonight is a big deal. I’m so proud of Nicole. Following in her father’s footsteps, receiving the Distinguished Service Award. She deserves it. And so much more. Mm-hmm. Which is why you need sustenance to bring your A game of proud mama. [both chuckle] I’ll tell you a secret. It’s nice to come from behind the gates every once in a while.
It’s the real world out here.
Mm-hmm. Our roots. But you sure look good in that tux. And you, my dear– love of all loves, mother of my daughters– you look positively radiant. Food’s coming. Be sure to eat up. ♪ ♪ ♪ I have some regrets♪ [mouthing] ♪ ♪ [people chuckling] There you all are. And looking smashing.
What a great night, yeah?
Yes.
Hi. Mwah.
Hi.
Hi. You look beautiful.
Hi, baby. What are you doing? Just checking my notes for tonight. You look beautiful, Dani. Thank you, sweet Jacob. Chelsea, baby, can you turn around? Really? Just… Wait. Um, where are Gran and Granddad? Aren’t they coming with us? Uh, they are still at dinner. But no rush. It is early. Okay, now let me look at both of you.
Gorgeous. I mean…
Mm-hmm!
Stop. You might just upstage the award winner. But nobody in this room would do that, because we all realize this is Aunt Nicole’s night. Well, I don’t know. I might give it a shot.
I mean, look at me, you know?
Naomi, honey, don’t worry. I wouldn’t think of upstaging the honoree. Besides, Nicole asked me to be her emcee. And because I love my sister to pieces, I am going to make sure that this evening is a huge success.
Good. I like that.
Sounds good. Okay, now, there’s snacks on the counter. Help yourselves. I’m just gonna go give my eyes a quick touch-up.
Okay.
Great, thank you. Yep. Oh. Congressman Richardson. I didn’t expect you to be here. I’m Eva.
Eva Thomas.
The temp who’s replacing Laura. My parents have been singing your praises. Uh, I like them, too. They’ve been really good to me. Apparently, you’re nearly a part of the family now. Just trying to do a good job. Actually, that’s why I’m here. To see if there’s anything Ted and Nicole need before the awards gala tonight. Great minds. That’s why I came by, too. That’s amazing. I-I mean, you’ve got to be crazy busy with all the work you’re doing on education reform and infrastructure. And you took the time to come. Wait, you’re into politics? Some. And your career…
Yes?
You’ve come so far to be so young. And being raised by this high power couple. Uh, were you ever intimidated? [chuckles] Not even close. Mom and Dad never came off like that here at home. They never pushed me or Kat, but we’re both pretty ambitious, so… I guess it’s in the genes. Anyway, Dad told me they’re good, so I better get back to my place and get dressed for the big event. Good meeting you, Eva. Same. Thanks, Congressman. Call me Martin, okay? Eva? What is it with you and photos of my family? Now, before dinner, our guests will mingle while we serve cocktails. Many will barely sit, so keep your elbows in and the drinks flowing. Tonight will be pivotal for the club since Dr. Nicole Richardson, one of the community’s most prominent and well-loved members is being honored. Everything must go off without a hitch. Understood? I understand completely. Good. ♪ ♪ What are you two doing? Just giving Eva grief about her interest in our family photo. [chuckles] The day I gave birth to you your father was the same as now: nowhere to be found. Uh, I’m sorry. I can’t help it. I just met Martin. He’s like a rock star.
[laughs]
I hope you didn’t tell him that. There’ll be no living with him. I don’t mean to hold you up. I just came to check in. Is there anything else you need for tonight? I think we are all set. Ted, your tie. I just have to put my dress on and then we can head to the club. Um, it was so sweet of you to come by, though, Eva. You should go get ready. Will you need a ride? Um, no. I-I mean, I thought I’d be helping out behind the scenes, but since you don’t need me… But I always planned for you to be there as our guest. Really? Uh, I’m… I’m sorry, I-I can’t. I don’t belong there with you guys. And please, no small talk.
You are here to serve.
Yes, sir. Your only job is to make sure that this evening is a night the community will remember. I promise to do my part. I can’t believe I let this fall through the cracks. Everyone who works for me is invited. Mona would certainly be there if she hadn’t gotten sick. I just never thought… This night wouldn’t have come together if not for you. You handled everything– the venue arrangements, the seating charts. But sitting at your table? I feel like a party crasher. How could you possibly? You’re worried about a dress, aren’t you? Well… You are about the same size as Kat.
Go borrow something of hers.
But she’s out of town and I don’t feel comfortable going into her… No need. She’s got a closet upstairs, second room on the left, where she stashes her non-current wardrobe. Pick out a dress and make yourself gorgeous. Guess I better go check out Kat’s closet. Nicole’s right. It is crooked. Uh, I can fix it for you. I used to work at a department store once. Have at it. He abandoned us before you were even born. That was forever ago. People can grow and learn from their mistakes. You’re right. You need to learn from mine. Because trusting Ted Richardson was the biggest mistake I ever made. Well, that was delicious.
So good.
[chuckles] Always is.
Oh, yeah.
Anita Dupree?
Yes?
Oh, my… Uh…
You are my favorite singer.
Oh, excuse me.
Thank you.
Bernard Dupree. [conversation continuing indistinctly] I didn’t expect to hear from you. Say that again. How was your tennis clinic? Shoogy. Rather be playing Fortnite. That’s cause you’re a klutz. Mine slapped. Are we speaking the same language? What took you guys so long? Don’t worry. You have plenty of time to get ready for your grandma’s big party. And I reserved a suite upstairs you can use to change. Hey, you guys. I know you could have been doing anything tonight– hanging with friends or whatever. It means a lot that you’re here with your grandmother instead. I mean it. I love you guys. Uh-oh. Pop’s getting sappy. It’s chill. We never get to see him sappy. Can we go? Yeah, go. You know, I’m glad we had it out about me going back to work. Because you won that argument? That, and… I think the four of us bouncing it around helped clear the air. I think that we’re closer because of it. Yeah. I think so, too.
Champagne?
No, thanks. [screams] Naomi!
What in the world?
Is this what you meant when you said tonight’s all about Aunt Nicole? Because this does not remotely look like it. You better slow down. Don’t cops have to watch their weight
or something?
Don’t models? No, my mother does that for me. [chuckles] Okay. Mama, why do you keep doing this to yourself? Obsessing over pictures of Dad and Hayley on their honeymoon? It’s like you’re a junkie for pain.
[door opens]
They’re married now. That is a fact that is not going to change. Amen. And last I checked, we have an important affair to attend this evening. One with no drama on the program. Are we all on the same page? Yes. I want this to be a great night for Nicole. Too bad Kat had to go out of town. Oh, I’m sure Nicole will understand. And we’ll all be there to support her. Shall we? Oh, I’ll lock up. I’ll-I’ll be right behind you. [quiet, indistinct chatter] Oh, the women in my life and their fascination with mirrors. Why is it that my wife and my daughters are always picking and priding at their faces in the mirror when they’re already perfectly perfect? Hey, you’re the plastic surgeon. We get it honest. Richardson women have got to serve at all times, so get used to it. I am getting used to it. Just like you calling me “Dad.” And that is my most treasured title. Thank you for telling me the truth about who you are. I’m sorry it took so long for me to say something. I kept trying to find the perfect moment. And I was scared to death of offending Nicole. Your timing and delivery were perfect. No big show or fanfare. Just a quiet chat with family. Where Kat nearly fell off her chair. And she quickly embraced you, as did the rest of the family. Everyone loves you, Eva. And finding out that you were one of ours made everything perfect. Now, I’m gonna spend the rest of my life proving to you… …how much you mean to me. How? First, I’m going to call you every day,
Mm-hmm?
then I’m gonna spoil you at Christmas. I’m looking forward to it. I love you. EVA: I love you, too, Dad. Mama, I’m headed out. Not sure where you are, but I hope you’re having a great night. Nicole, you gonna be late for your own celebration. What’s taking so long? Oh. Do I look all right? All right? All right, all right, all right. I take it that’s a yes. Here’s how you should take it. Let’s take some of the formal out of the air and maybe just stay here.
Mm…
Mm… Oh, bad idea. You’re already making me want to stay home. Guess we have to go, huh?
Mm.
Well, on the bright side, there’s a room full of adoring fans and colleagues that are waiting to sing your praises and give you a standing ovation. Geez, it’s a dirty job, but I guess
somebody’s got to do it.
Mm. Come on. Wow, you two clean up pretty well.
Okay, boomer.
I beg your pardon. That is “Okay, millennial” to you. TYRELL: Whatevs. Andre. What’s good, my man? It’s your world. You tell me. Uh, we were just about to go inside. Oh, I heard you made a video of Grandma. I did. But your grandmother’s great, so it was easy to do. Can’t wait to see it. Want to go in now? Uh… After you. Excuse me. My party’s on the far table. Would you mind coming and taking our drink order before the rush? Not at all. I’ll be right there, sir. Thank you.
[whispering]: Mama?
Shh! You said you were staying away. And what’s with the wig? Excuse me, Sherry. I’ll help this young lady. I believe the congressman needs you at his table. Right away, sir. Now, what can I get you? Uh, the guest of honor– I’m her assistant. Um, and the minute Nicole Richardson walks through that door, I need to know. Yes, ma’am. I thought we agreed we weren’t gonna do this tonight. Now, you were gonna wait for the DNA results from that straw I swiped, and you were gonna stay home. And miss all this grandeur and opulence? What a waste that would be. Really, Mama. Don’t you “Mama” me. Ted and Nicole cheated me and cheated you. That’s what you need to remember. This is about what you want. You want to get back at Ted. So it’s bad timing to do this now, when Nicole isn’t even the target. Just let them have their stupid night. Where’d you get that outfit? Uh, Ted and Nicole gave me money to pick up something from the department store. I’m working. I basically put this whole thing together, so I had to be here. But you need to get out before Ted and Nicole see you. I’m not going anywhere. I’m working too, boo. Temp job for the night just happened to be here. This is really a coincidence? You’re just gonna serve apps and drinks and not trash the guest of honor? Hey there, Eva. Running into you is beginning to be a thing. May I get you something to drink, sir? Uh, not yet, thanks. If you need anything, I’m happy to serve.
Where are Ted and Nicole?
Hey… I thought they’d be here by now. Stop. All right? Now, look around this room at what you helped make happen for my aunt. Take it in.
Yeah?
It really is beautiful. Yeah. Now, that’s a picture. Hey, peeps. Andre. We are so looking forward to what I know is going to be a fabulous tribute video. Well, that means a lot coming from the queen of class. Oh. [laughs] Nicole was a wonderful subject. I’m sure she was. Uh, both in the video and in the photos. See for yourself. Oh. That dress is everything. I would love to see you out of it. You have.
How quickly they forget.
[short chuckle] EVA: I was starting to get worried.
We’re not late, are we?
Not at all. I just want everything to go well. You look beautiful. And you look amazing. Great choice. Thanks. Kat has great taste. You sure it’s okay I borrowed it?
Positive.
Okay. Well, I better go and make sure everything’s ready for later. DANI: Come on. Let’s… Everyone, let’s take a photo. ♪ Love you, oh my♪ ♪ Said I love, love to have a good time♪ ♪ Said I love, love, love you, oh my♪ ♪ Till the end of time♪ ♪ Oh, yeah♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ Said I love, love, love you oh my♪ ♪ Said I love, love to have a good time♪ ♪ Said I love, love, love you, oh my♪ ♪ Till the end of time♪ ♪ Oh, yeah.♪ ♪ ♪ Listen, I heard about the perfect gig for your better half. I’m not sure Smitty’s in the job market. It’s investigative reporting for a pretty big news site. Well, sounds great, but Smitty’s focused on other things. There’s no point to even bothering him with it. You sure about that? He’s talked about getting back in the game, but I don’t think he’s that serious. Well, you know better than I do. Just thought I’d ask. Thanks, man. Did you really think I wouldn’t find out? All right, you all should grace the cover of magazines. Oh, keep talking. Keep talking. Nicole, sweetheart, we are so thrilled for you and so proud of all of your accomplishments. I am about to emcee the heck out of this program. Tonight is all about you, your big heart and everything that you’ve done for the hospital. What Mom said. Plus, nobody could have a better aunt.
We love you, Auntie.
Hear, hear, sis. Thanks, everyone. Well, we should go inside before I miss my own celebration. Oh, my nerves. You just need a drink. So, you go down and sit with everyone inside
and I’m gonna grab us a couple.
Okay. Excuse me, miss, I wonder if I could get a… You.
Hey!
What the hell are you doing here? Working. Clearly, you need an eye exam, Doctor. My eyes are fine. What’s not fine is that you’re working here or pretending to be. Tonight. [short chuckle]
Of all nights.
Afraid I’m gonna mess up your little soiree,
Teddy?
I warned you to stay away from my wife. And I thought about it. I did. But then I decided you don’t get to tell me what to do. For one brief, delusional minute, what you wanted mattered to me. But that’s over.
You’re such a…
A hard worker. I am, yes. Listen up, Teddy boy. A job is a job, and this one preys pretty well. It’s a stunt. Just like the one you pulled on that roof that night. But why? Mm. That was a good night. And your wife is such a great listener. And you– [laughs] Oh, the way you got all worked out when you realized I’ve come back to haunt you.
Ooh! [chuckles]
I warn you, if you do anything to mess up my wife’s celebration… What? You’ll do what– destroy me? Been there. And survived that. Toddle along, Teddy boy. I’ve got a room to work. [chuckles] Ted. I thought you were grabbing us some champagne. Sorry, slipped my mind. Got a call about a patient. Granddad, what’s going on? I may not be a senator any longer, but I am still on top of everything– and I mean everything– political in this town. Especially if it involves a certain bored congressman who’s itching to blow up. By that I mean run for president. How did you even know I… Damn it, Martin. You start putting out feelers for the kind of money it takes to run a national campaign, word gets around. Granddad, I wasn’t trying to keep it from you. I was just looking for the right time to tell you. You know how much I value your experience and opinion. Don’t shine me on like one of your donors. I’m not. Really. I thought you would be happy to hear. Thrilled, even. Thrilled? Have you lost your ever-loving mind? I think I would make a good president. You don’t? Not the point. No candidate, especially a Black candidate, could ever withstand the kind of fallout that would come from people learning your secret. That’s been buried deep for a very long time. You have never seen the kind of scrutiny you’ll experience if you announce your intention to run. [short chuckle] Clearly, you don’t get it, Martin. Your arrogance has replaced your common sense. And that, my boy, will be your undoing. So, I appreciate it. Hey, where’d your pop go? He’s over there with Great-Granddad. SAMANTHA: That’s sus. TYRELL: Yeah. Looks like they’re fighting.
Carlton!
Glad you could make it.
Thank you so much
[scoffs] for covering for Ted on that emergency surgery. That’s what partners are for. There’s no way I’d let him miss tonight. You must be exhausted. You’re so sweet to come. Where are you sitting?
Come join us at our table.
It is just me, and I’m perfectly fine being another admiring face in the back. You enjoy your night. Mm. [chuckles] Here we go. Mission accomplished. Cheers. Smitty. Hope you’re enjoying your evening.
Thank you.
Mm. Remember what I said. Is everything okay with your granddad?
He seemed off.
All good. He just wants everything to go well for Mom. You know how he micromanages. How are the kids? Having fun? All is well here, I see. May I have everyone’s attention, please? Thank you, everyone. Can I say, you all look marvelous. This crowd cleans up really well. [laughing] For anyone who doesn’t know, I am Dani Dupree. [whooping, cheering] And I am delighted to serve as mistress of ceremony for tonight’s big bash honoring Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson, my big sister. Now, one of the reasons I am so delighted to present Nicole with the Distinguished Service Award is because I have spent my entire life in awe of her. Now, don’t get me wrong. I never aspired to a life of service. There’s no way I could have been a psychiatrist, especially one as singular and exemplary as my sister. Though many people think that I belong on her couch. But I digress. Now, anyone who knows me knows that I can go on and on and on about myself, but I promise to keep the attention where it should be: on my amazing, talented, generous and annoyingly perfect sister, Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson. Give it up for Nicole. [cheering, whistling] Can I get you something?
Sherry Carter. My goodness.
[Dani continuing her speech]
What are you doing here?
LESLIE: Working. When I got this catering job, I didn’t realize that you were the guest of honor. I am glad to see you doing better, Sherry. LESLIE: Not to interrupt, but I just wanted to make sure I thanked you for helping me on the roof that night. And pushing me. Ooh, sorry. [chuckles] Bad choice of words. Encouraging me to take more control of my life. And it looks like you’re turning things around. Yeah, wish I could get up there on that podium and just tell everybody what’s on my heart. So much. You have no idea. DANI: The way she cared. Not just for her patients, but for everyone. LESLIE: Well, anyway, I’ll let you get back to your big night. DANI: She believed everyone deserved to feel understood. It’s time to get on with the rest of the program. And I cannot think of a better way to do that than to bring up Dr. Richardson’s father and mine, too. A man you all know and love. Former senator of this wonderful state, the honorable Vernon Dupree. [whistling]
What was that?
What was what? You and Nicole talking. Oh, you mean me working, doing my job and asking if she needed a drink.
Don’t be coy.
Oh, listen to you– “coy.” Oh, all these uppity people have gotten to you already,
haven’t they, baby girl?
I mean it, Mama. You got to go. You lucky you haven’t already ruined your big plan. You need to get out of here before it’s
too late.
Leave me alone, Little Miss Big Shot. I’ve got drinks to serve. My heart is bursting thinking about my eldest daughter, Nicole, who she’s become, the hundreds of people that she’s helped. I believe the politics gene skipped a generation for a reason. Politics is a rough occupation, sometimes brutal. Nicole, on the other hand, is gentle, has always been openhearted, dedicated to serving people, one-on-one, helping them find themselves, forgive themselves, if need be. No one is more deserving of this accolade than our dear Nicole. And I want to thank each and every one of you for coming out tonight to share in our family’s pride. But, of course, I’m not the, uh, elegant and glamorous Dupree you all dying to hear. I think it’s time for me to bring my better half up to the podium.
Anita Dupree.
[whistling, whooping] She was only a toddler when she started helping other children. Mad at your parents? Ask Nicole to help. Problems with your homework? Ask Nicole to tutor you. She is and continues to be a wonder. But, of course, I dote. But this last thing I really want you to hear. These accolades, these laurels are not because my daughter is a Dupree. It is because my daughter is caring, unwavering in her desire to lift others up. She is one of the kindest human beings I know. TED: Raising children with Nicole has been an unparalleled delight. The same painstaking care that she pours into her career she pours into our family. And I am still in continual awe of how she’s able to balance it all. And she still remains the same compassionate human being that y’all have come to know and love. My sister Kat continues. “Unfortunately, I can’t be with you all tonight, “but I am sending mad love “and all props and praise Mom deserves. “If I’ve inherited anything from “Dr. Nicole Richardson, “it’s her work ethic. “As a businesswoman, “I am as dedicated to meeting “and exceeding my goals as Mom is to her practice.” Mom has always been our champion. Someone who taught us that our dreams can be pursued. That no aspiration can go unattainable. [applause] And now we have a very special treat from world-renowned photographer, videographer, cousin by marriage– keep it in the family, am I right– Andre Richardson. [applause] ♪ ♪ NICOLE [on recording]: For those of you who don’t know, this is my brilliant plastic surgeon husband, Dr. Ted Richardson. TED: Hello, everyone. I’m honored to be included in this tribute to my remarkable wife. NICOLE: Ted and I went to an AMA conference. It was on Maui that year, when we were in med school. TED: Sunrises in Maui are magical. NICOLE: I’ve had many blessings come my way, but the one that I’m the most grateful for, the one that changed everything, was deciding to attend the conference on Maui, where I met the one and only love of my life. Ladies and gentlemen, it is now time for the woman of the hour to speak for herself. Please give it up for Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson. With her nudging, I revisited watching my son walk down the aisle with his husband and the addition to our family of their two brilliant, talented children. That is a completely unbiased opinion. [all chuckle] Uh, I took the time to bask in the glory that is my determined, courageous daughter, Kat. I hate that she can’t be here with us tonight, but I am over the moon that she loves her work as much as I cherish mine. And if you would give me one last indulgence… Ted, would you please come up here? I couldn’t get through a single day without you, much less a moment this big.
GUESTS: Aw.
[applause] I will cherish this award, but it is impossible to imagine receiving it without the love and support of this amazing man, the father of my children, and still the love of my life.
[applause]
[whistling] I will cherish this award, but it is impossible for me to imagine receiving this award without the love and support of this amazing woman, the mother of my child and the love of my life. [applause]
Come with me. Come with me.
What? What are you doing?
It’s okay. All right. All right. It’s okay.
I got to… But I’m-I’m…
Can you please…
I-I got to get people drinks.
What are you doing? I need to get back in there. Wait.
No. No. You are supposed to be working this event,
not attending it.
Okay, but people
still need drinks.
Look, I’m gonna have to ask you to leave. I’ve gotten complaints about you. Your behavior is unprofessional. I may have talked to one or two people, but that wa… And which I specifically told you that was not allowed. I also emphasized the importance of this event. Look, just… just get your personal items and go. Am I gonna have to call security to escort you out? N… No. Now, you can drop the uniform in the changing room when you pick up your things. Now, if you could all bear with me for one more moment… Family, would you please all come up here with me? Because without you, I truly would not be worthy of receiving this award. You are my foundation, my rock. Please come up. I want to thank you for alerting me to the issues with that server. It’s been handled. Thank you. My family, everyone. My universe, my everything.
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Y&R Transcript Thursday, March 13, 2025
Young & The Restless Transcript
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Of course. Send him in. Morning, Pop. Adam. My son. Son, how are you? So, what’s going on? I came to see how you are.
Wanted to see your recovery.
You know, feeling better. I think soon I’ll be… working out again. Well, maybe you should hold off on the heavy bag for a little while. Gunshot wounds take a little bit of time to heal. I know. I know, I know, I know. But, you know, nothing keeps me down for long. Okay, well, just take it easy. What’s on your mind? You were right about something.
Huh.
Moving on the ranch was the best thing that I could have done. And bringing Chelsea with me. Good. [sighs] What do you think? Like I walked into the belly of the beast.
Stop.
No, seriously. Have you checked this place for booby traps? Like, if you touch something off limits, does a butler come and escort you out? We are safe here, I promise. And look.
We have breakfast.
Hmm. Well, you seem very comfortable here. I wasn’t at first. I felt the same way as you. This is the Newman ranch, Nikki and Victor’s turf. Yeah. Doesn’t exactly spark joy. But now I’m feeling more settled here. Feels like our home. My home. Well, mine, Connor’s and Adam’s. So you all live together here as a family, the three of you, but you’re not together with Adam? Uh, well, here’s the thing. Adam and I are not officially back together, but, um… we are kind of on our way. I hope the police find something. They’re checking out the location you got that text about. The Havenhurst Psychiatric Clinic. What is this place, Nick? An abandoned medical facility? How does it tie into whatever’s going on
with Phyllis and Sharon?
I don’t know. But with my online research, it certainly seems like it’s been shut down for quite a while. I called Phyllis’s phone at least a dozen times. That message never came through until today. So, what’s going on? Chance’s team is looking into it. And we just wait? You know, I can click this link right now, and we can find out for ourselves. Don’t do it, all right? It could be a trap. Hmm. Good luck. JACK: Is this really happening? You and Alan are getting married? I don’t know. I think so. My head is spinning. Is this real? Am I here right now? Oh, I think it is. Tell me what you’re feeling. I never thought I was gonna get married again. And I was fine with that. I mean, I have a wonderful life. I love it. But finding Alan has just been this amazing bonus. I never thought I would find someone like him. He’s generous and he’s kind. And he’s someone who’s worthy of you. And he adores you. Well, he’s pretty wonderful. I’m so lucky to have found him. No, he’s the lucky one. Never forget that. [cell phone pings] Oh! Oh, let me guess. Your fiancé. [laughs] He’s on his way back. All right, well, we better get out of here. Yeah, we’ll make ourselves scarce. In the meantime, I could not be happier for you.
Thank you so much.
Me, too. Thank you so much, both of you.
I love you.
Oh, Jack. I love you, too. And nobody cry. ‘Cause, look, I’ll never stop.
We’ll try.
Oh! [laughing] PHYLLIS: Oh, damn it. I… Try again. Try again. All right. Yeah, yeah. Oh. Come on. Come on. Come on. Come on. Come on. Come on. Come on. Get us out of here. Come on. I realize it could be a trap, Nick. That’s why I didn’t do it in the first place. But what are we gonna do, sit here and do nothing? This is the best lead we have. Come on, man. My phone’s backed up. I can delete anything that might be compromised or used against us in any sort of way. Okay, I’m sold. Let’s give it a shot. I need to find out what’s on this link, okay? Whatever happens, we’re gonna find out some information, and we’ll just–we’ll take whatever comes next. Yeah? If you’re in, I’m in. This could be our best chance to locate Sharon and Phyllis. Okay. I’m on it.
Darling.
Oh, I’m sorry, sir. I was waiting for my fiancé. [chuckles] Have I been too long? No. No. Just long enough to help me have the time to set a few things up. Well, the place looks beautiful. Although you should not have done anything. Oh, no, it was my pleasure to set the stage.
Can I take over now?
Yes, please. Well, I would like to make a little toast, if you’ll indulge me. [Traci chuckles]
Here’s one for you.
Thank you.
And one for me.
[chuckles] Now… I don’t think you realize how incredible you are. Not-Not really. And I just want to say how grateful I am that every day I get to see that. You’ve changed me. I’m a better man because of you. Traci, I just cannot imagine living the rest of my life without you. Okay, you gotta turn it the other way, Sharon. I tried that, Phyllis. It didn’t work. All right. But-But it’s not– You know, it’s not in. It’s not in all the way. Okay, because you’re such an expert at lock picking. Okay, do you want to compare our history of criminal expertise, ’cause we could definitely do that. You know what? We said we wouldn’t do this. We can’t turn on each other.
Right. Right.
All right. Phyllis, it appears that I may be doing something wrong. Would you like another try? I’d love it. Thank you for the opportunity. Yes.
Sure. Yeah.
Right. Here. There you go. Okay, I have to…
[rattling]
Um… Can you–Can–Can you– You’re in my light. You’re in my light.
Yeah, of course. Of course.
Yeah. You’re breathing on me right now. Try going diagonal. We went diagonal the last three times, and it didn’t work, remember?
Okay. It’s just a suggestion.
Okay. Oh, wait, wait, wait, wait. Oh, I have a– I think I got it. Okay? This should open.
This should open.
[alarm blaring] [blaring continues] Living with Chelsea and Connor, the three of us under the same roof, has been so much better. Connor has access to both of his parents. He knew that having Chelsea and me together would be the best thing for him. Well, he knew what he wanted. He asked for it. Well, he’s a very smart kid. Yeah. Well, I’m not only happy for Connor, but, um, you seem happy as well. And I have a suspicion that it has something to do with Chelsea, right? We have gotten closer. The connection we once had seems to have returned. I, uh, didn’t know if that was possible. Having a child, Son, is very binding, you know. She remembers the good times that we had. I think she sees that it’s possible to have that again. Makes me happy to hear that. You deserve some happiness. I’ve seen a whole new side to Adam since Connor was diagnosed with his OCD. He’s steadfast and willing to do anything for his son and for me. Well, he should. I think you both deserve that. And I know that he loves Connor. He does. And he’s such a good dad. And going through this together has made us stronger. We could have turned our backs on one another or played the blame game.
But you didn’t.
No, we didn’t. And I’m starting to realize that maybe Baltimore was more than just a moment of desperation. Adam’s become so much more understanding and less selfish, more than I’ve ever seen. And it’s made me see him differently. As a potential partner again? I’m not there yet. But you think it’s a possibility. Look, Chloe, I know how you feel about Adam. I know that you think he’s bad news and he’s never gonna change.
Chelsea–
And you have all your reasons for not liking him, and they are valid reasons, so…let me have it. Tell me this is a terrible idea. I can take it. Well, actually, what I was going to say was… I’m really happy for you, Chelsea.
You’re staring.
Oh, and I’m so sorry.
You don’t look sorry.
I’m not sorry. I’m just sitting here thinking how lucky I am to have met you. You know, my brother was just telling me that– how lucky you are to have met me. Right after I told him how grateful I am to have found you. Well, then, let’s make it official. I got a little something here. Mm-hmm. All right, you ready? Here goes. [gasps]
You like it?
It’s gorgeous. You sure? I could get a bigger diamond. Oh, no, no, no, no. It’s perf–It’s perfect. Just like you. It’s beautiful. I want to do this right, okay?
[Traci chuckles]
[clears throat] Now, before, I blew the surprise and jumped the gun, and so this time, I’m just going to keep it short and sweet. I love you. You’re everything to me. Traci Abbott, will you marry me? Nothing would make me happier. Is that a yes?
[both chuckle]
That’s a yes. Oh, good. Here you go. Now, I hope it fits. If it’s too large, we can resize it or whatever. Don’t even worry about it. We have all the time in the world now. Alan Laurent, thank you for all of the magic you brought to my life. [chuckles] Okay, we get it! Turn off the alarm, please! Turn off the alarm! [alarm blaring] [blaring stops] Damn it. What do we do now? Okay, well, we can’t give up. There has got to be another way. There’s not. There’s no other way. The windows have bars on them. They won’t open. That has an alarm on it. The door won’t open. We’re stuck here. Until someone finds us. Someone will get us out. No, they won’t. How do they know to even track us here? Our families will look for us. They will find us. They will not! They will not! It’d be a miracle if they did. We’re in some random clinic. How would they even find us? I don’t know, Phyllis. I don’t know. You tell me honestly. Would one of our family members even get here, let alone find us here… before it’s too late? We have some new leads, but we haven’t found her yet. But we and the police are doing everything we can to find your mother, Faith. I promise you that. We’re gonna bring her home. Yes. Now, listen, I really have to go, but I will, of course, call you if we learn anything new, okay? Okay. I love you, baby girl. Bye.
How’s it going?
Just about there. This needs to work, man. We need a win, like now. Okay.
You ready?
Yes. What the hell? Well, it seems that everything in your life is falling into place. And I think that’s the result of your efforts in regard to business and your family. Well, that is high praise coming from you. Well, I gotta tell you, I really admire the way you jump right back into the saddle at Newman Media as if you had never left. Well, Newman Media has always felt like my domain. I built it from the ground up. You did indeed. You know, Adam, what I am beginning to admire the most is how you deal with Chelsea and Connor as a father. I mean, you helped him through his OCD. Thank you, Dad. I appreciate the compliment. I don’t take anything you said for granted. Well, I mean every word of it. Now, part of me just wants to make you proud, earn your support a little more each day. If I could manage to live up to your legacy, that would be all I could hope for. I appreciate that. Yeah. More than you realize. I don’t take that for granted either. So I will always support you. And I gotta tell you, I will also support Chelsea. I admire the fact that she has come back from all the turmoil she has gone through. She has almost reinvented herself, you know? So…she’s welcome in my family. She’ll appreciate that. Now, where do you go from here? Wow. Traci looked overjoyed. Traci hasn’t been this happy in a very long time. It’s like a spark’s been lit inside of her, and Alan did that. Kind of like when we first found each other, the joy you brought into my life. Aw. Well, I hope they have as wonderful a life together as we do. I have to admit, when Tracy said she thought she’d be single for the rest of her life, I realized I thought the same thing. Not because she doesn’t deserve to have somebody in her life. No, but because no one is good enough for your little sister. Funny, isn’t it? How when you stop looking, sometimes the right person just walks right into your life. Sounds like Tracy has found her perfect match as well. Counting the carats? Oh! No. I’m admiring it in the light. I think we should talk wedding. We–We just got engaged. Shouldn’t we savor the moment? I can’t help that I’m greedy. I want you to be my wife.
When can we get married?
I suppose anytime we want to. Yeah? What do you think? Are you thinking something grand and lavish? I was thinking simple and quaint. I just want to be your wife. That’s all that matters to me. That’s why I want to be your husband. Well, then maybe– Maybe you’re right. We shouldn’t wait very long, because nothing would make me happier than for us to start our life together as a married couple. [chuckles] Our future is going to be so bright. It’s going to be breathtaking. Believe me. You’re right. I have no idea how anybody would be able to track us here, but I have to believe that our families would do everything they can to find out where we are. No. No. There’s no guarantee of that, Sharon. Are you really gonna do that? Are you gonna let whoever did this win? No. No. All right. So we don’t wallow. Yeah, we don’t wallow. There’s not a chance of that. [sighs] There’s still no way out. Whoever is doing this, the Voice, they are playing with us. We have to win at their own game. They like riddles, don’t they? “I mark my time in blood, sweat, and tears.” This is the last clue. But where did that card come from? That wasn’t here yesterday. My God, you ingested something last night that made your heart stop. That was part of the plan. And then this card appeared overnight. Sharon, our captor is coming in here overnight while we sleep. BILLY: Do you think this is real? I don’t know why it wouldn’t be. Okay, if this–if this is, this confirms that Phyllis and Sharon are being held hostage in the facility. Can you zoom in, just see if they’re okay? I mean, they look fine physically, but… Okay, let’s go. No. Wait. Hold up. Hold up. What do you mean? We know where they are. We don’t know what this is. This could be, like, the first step in, like, a ransom demand. They already shared their location, Nick. We can go to them now. We can help. Okay, but it doesn’t make any sense. Why would they take them in the first place and then show us exactly where Sharon and Phyllis are? [sighs] Are you okay? Do you need medical attention? Look, I have learned that it is pointless to warn anyone against getting involved with anyone else. It didn’t work for Sally. It didn’t work for you. And, hell, I’m pretty sure it never worked when someone else warned me when past relationships of mine were headed for disaster. Is that what you think? This is headed for disaster? Look, I am never going to be Adam’s biggest fan, but I was very impressed with how he handled everything with Connor. I didn’t think he had it in him. Neither did I. And Connor needs both of you, maybe now more than ever. And you are his strength. And maybe you and Adam are stronger together. Yeah, I hadn’t thought about it that way. Well, you know, I’m kind of a genius. You’re so wise. But, honestly, if Adam is what you want, then go out and get him. I mean, you deserve some joy in your life, right? I mean–I mean, we all do, but… I know you, and I trust you. And whatever happens, I know that you’re gonna make the right decision for yourself. Oh, I am so relieved to hear you say that. I was so scared to tell you. Adam’s the only person that I’ve discussed this with. Well, he’s not exactly impartial. Well, I don’t think you are either. Well, because I’m not. But my love for you is always gonna win out. And I’m gonna support you no matter what. Thank you for saying that, because I am really happy. [sighs] Am I crazy to think Adam and I can maybe really make it work this time? Why not? What could be better for the three of you? Well, I’ve told Chelsea how I feel. I told her that I want to be a couple and a family again with Connor. You know? She–She knows that. Well, that’s a good start. Yeah. But I’m not gonna pressure her. I don’t want to scare her off. I already got her to agree to live with me and have dinner, so she now seems open to the possibility for us to be an us again. How nice. Right now, that’s all I can hope for. Absolutely agree. So what happens next is up to her. It has to be. Just know I will always support the two of you, okay, and support Chelsea. I admire what she has gone through in her life and how she has found herself. I’m glad. And I’m grateful that you see Chelsea in a new light. You know, she didn’t know how you would feel about her moving onto the ranch. Oh. Well, I guess I can be intimidating sometimes. Hmm. You think? [Victor chuckles] You know, I am who I am, and, um, I speak my mind, Son. That’ll never change. Just know that I will always be here to support the two of you, all right? Thank you. It’s nice to be so aligned with you. That hasn’t always been the case with us. And especially after everything that happened, I’m just–I’m really grateful. You know… I’m very happy to hear that. Adam, you’ve gone through difficult times. But…we’re here now. You’re part of the family again. And I really appreciate what you have said, all right? Thanks, Dad. Oh, my God. This sick freak is coming in here at night while we’re sleeping, planting these clues for some demented scavenger hunt, clues for us to find. We knew that we were being watched. We knew that they could see what we were doing. Oh, God. What were they doing, like sitting in this chair, watching us sleep? Watching us drool? Listening to you snore? Watching us like little babies? My God, we’re at their mercy. To know that this creep waited until we were asleep, waited until it was safe to come in. What if we had woken up while they were here? We’d probably be dead. Or, you know, if they’re coming in here at night, that gives us an opportunity. Yeah. An opportunity to catch them in the act. We would have to take turns sleeping, and one of us would have to be on alert all the time. Yeah. Pretending to be asleep, right? It’s a risk. We don’t know how often this person is watching us, so we’d have to be very clever about it. Mm-hmm. I have another idea. There is another option. Nick, I think I got something else here. There’s a link at the bottom of the picture. Should I– Yeah, just do it. “Who will pay the price to save the life of the mind?” What kind of psychopath are we dealing with? Oh. Hey. I’m sorry for interrupting. No. It’s, uh–It’s all right. We were just catching up. Sounds nice. Hi, Chloe. Hello, Adam. Um, you know what? I should actually get going.
The office awaits.
Oh, I will meet you there. I have to take care of some things here. Yeah, you should. Um, but thank you for the hospitality, madam. Such a good mistress of the ranch. Adam, I wish you well. Thank you. You, too. I thought you went to the office. I, uh, went to see my dad actually. I wanted to check on him, see how he’s doing. Is he all right? He is a force of nature.
He sends his regards.
Hmm. Did you have a nice visit with Chloe? Yeah, I did. She was very…helpful. Is it presumptuous to assume that you were talking about me?
Maybe.
[sighs] She told you to stay away from me, didn’t she? “Pack your bags and run as fast as you can.” What do you think that message meant? “Who will pay the price to save the life of the mind?” I don’t know. It could be a taunt. Maybe they’re trying to throw us off. I mean, whoever’s behind this is not concerned about a ransom. They want us to try to rescue Phyllis and Sharon. Ah. I think there’s more to it than that. I mean, they took ’em to a psychiatric ward. Do you think that’s what they’re referring to when they say “the life of the mind”? Psych wards are where psychopaths live, Nick. One who’s savvy enough to put this whole thing in motion? Look, they want us to go find them there, okay? I can’t imagine it’s gonna be easy to get into the building once we get there, so… So we’re back to thinking this could be a trap. I don’t know. You think it’s time to call Chance, let him know what’s going on? Yeah. I’ll call him. [sighs] You know, the more I think about it, the more I think you deserve a big fairy-tale wedding. No. I have you, my prince. That’s all I need. What did I do to deserve you? [cell phone pings] Your phone. It keeps going off. Don’t you want to check it? There has to be a camera here somewhere. We find it. We find the camera, and we turn it off. And then this sick freak has to make an appearance. Would they really care, though? They can’t see us. No. This sicko likes control. They like to witness their experiment in real time. Okay, but if we… If we challenge them like that, they could retaliate. They could leave us here to starve and die, to turn on each other or kill each other even. Sharon, if we play by the rules, we will stay here forever. We cannot be obedient, Sharon. We can’t. We also have to be smart. This is smart. They have nothing if we’re dead. Don’t you understand? This is a sport for them. They like watching us survive. This is entertainment, how we survive. You get that, right? That’s what all these sick games have been about. So, what did Chloe say this time? The usual? I’m the devil. She said if I want you back, then I have her support. [scoffs]
You’re kidding.
I’m not kidding. Chloe blesses our reunion. Is that what this is? Hmm? A reunion? Maybe. Don’t blow it. Never. I cannot wait for Ashley and Billy to find out. They are gonna be over the moon. Especially Ashley. We owe Alan a lot. Yes, we do. You know, he fits right in. It’ll be an honor to welcome him into the Abbott family. And I don’t think Traci could have written a better love story. And this is just the beginning for her and Alan. Let’s drink to them. I’m sure it’s nothing. Well, don’t you even want to look at it? Are you curious? Well, at the moment, no, I’m not. But that’s a lot of pings. I just thought maybe it was important. Nothing is more important than you and this moment with my future bride. Okay, thanks, Chance. Keep us posted, yeah? Okay. Police are on the way to the clinic, and they will proceed with caution. Yeah. I’ll update my dad’s security team once we get there. I noticed you didn’t tell Chance we were on the way there. What are we gonna do, turn around? Let them scope out the place first? No way. Now that we know it’s likely that Sharon and Phyllis are there, I’m not wasting any more time. And if they are, we’re going in to get them. So, the Voice has pushed us to relive our past. Repeatedly put our lives at risk so we had to save each other. See, they did that for their own amusement. We’re like lab rats. You said so yourself. Yeah, if they can’t study us and our behavior, it defeats the purpose. It ruins the psychological study. So we have to destroy the world that they created for us… and turn off the camera. We will find the camera, and we will turn it off. Okay? And lure them here. At least we’d know who we’re dealing with. So we have to come together. Okay? Together, we will bring this freak down. Okay? We’ll get out of here. We will get out of here. Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc. Captioning provided by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, Sony Pictures Television and CBS, Inc. Join us again for “The Young and the Restless.”
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GH Transcript Thursday, March 13, 2025
General Hospital Transcript
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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!
Jason: Shouldn’t be much longer till we’re home. Yeah. I’m sure Charlotte’s family is gonna want to see her as soon as possible. Mm. May not be that simple. Why not? Well, I — Can I use one of your phones? Uh, what for? To call my mom. I want her to know I’m coming. Sure. You can use mine. No, no. Hold on. Hold on.
Thank you girls so much for agreeing to meet with me. Oh, my gosh, hap– Happy hour? You didn’t have to ask me twice. Lulu: Seriously. Well, between, we’ll call them “difficulties,” at Deception and James basically launching himself off of my roof, I really needed this. Welcome to my life. What are we getting to drink? Thank you for squeezing me in. Thank you. Well, I think you’re the one who did the squeezing this evening. I’m heading to a fund-raising event this evening. Well, I don’t want to keep you. How can I help you? I’ve been named the liaison to the WSB. Oh, well, it’s good to know that a relationship is desired. You didn’t think one was? Well, let’s just say I didn’t think that Mayor Collins was my biggest fan. Ah. Well, you could go a long way to easing any tension between our offices if you could get a little better at sharing. Sharing is caring? Well, you possess some information that could be very helpful to us. And what would you like to know more about? Not what. But who. Jenz Sidwell. There has to be another way for me to help you that doesn’t involve me asking Curtis to write some sort of puff piece about you. [ Sighs ] Oh, I got it! You and I could do a press conference together. I’ll discuss my new pediatric sports initiative, and then you could be right up there beside me representing General Hospital. I just don’t really see how that helps. Well, you being there with me would kind of force Curtis and Aurora to cover the story, which would paint me in a very positive light. Ah. What do you say?
What the hell are you doing here? I was in the process of making a business proposal to your wife. Babe, you want to tell me what’s going on? That article dropped today, and it made you realize that you have thrown your life away. You blew up your entire life and your family over a sleaze, and you can’t admit that you were wrong. I was absolutely wrong to cheat on Michael. [ Scoffs ] I have never said otherwise. Finally. But who are you to judge me? No one knows what led up to that affair besides me, Drew, and Michael. You sure about that? Refill? No. It’s time for me to go back up to my room, draw the blinds, and forget this whole miserable trip ever happened. But thank you for the company. Bartender: You got it. [ Indistinct conversations ] Marco: I believe that’s mine.
[ Vehicle departing ] Well, that was nice, getting to spend some time with your mom. Yeah, it was a pleasant surprise. It was definitely a surprise. Are you expecting anyone else to pop in tonight? No. You? Nope. It’s just us for the rest of the night. I really like the sound of that. Mmm. Me too.
We’re gonna wait until we’re in Port Charles before we let your mother know, okay? Why can’t I just tell her now? I-I just — I just want to play it safe. Um, you know, we’re almost home. You’re gonna be seeing Lulu in no time. Do you think those men are gonna find Papa? Um, well, Valentin made the right call when he let you come with us. Yeah. You mean when he made me come with you. Well, he just wanted to make sure that you were safe, and he can move a lot faster without you. I’ve never met anyone better at disappearing than your dad. You know, it’s infuriating, really. Those men don’t stand a chance. That’s good to hear. I know it — it doesn’t make it hurt any less. Well, I can tell you this much. When Mr. Sidwell says that he deals in rare earths and minerals, he’s not just speaking of gold and diamonds. Well, what does he mean, then? We’ve come to learn that the minerals he speaks of are strictly regulated vital components for weapons manufacturing. Do you think that’s why he’s in Port Charles, so he can smuggle that stuff through our port? Well, we don’t have evidence to suggest it yet, but it would be in both our best interests to keep an eye on Mr. Sidwell. Agreed. So… what do you want to share with the class? Well, I do have one interesting tidbit. Do tell. Carly Spencer is making a valiant effort to not notice you, but she is failing. Miserably. Carly, what is so fascinating about Jack Brennan’s meeting with the deputy mayor? Nothing. Then why do you keep staring at them? I’m not. I just scan the room, looking at my patrons, making sure they’re happy. It’s the truth. It’s a habit. Why do I care who Jack Brennan spends his time with?
[ Cellphone dings ] Excuse me. My congressional office is spearheading a pediatric sports initiative for kids in treatment. It’s gonna be very therapeutic, very morale boosting and, uh — I’m surprised Trina hasn’t mentioned that to you. Trina? Yeah. Her friend Kai Taylor is generously lending his local celebrity status to get the program off the ground. And you’re in my wife’s office because…? Well, she’s the co-Chief of Staff, and the initiative is gonna be administered by General Hospital. It’s gonna look great for GH to have Portia up there, right next to me during the press conference. In fact, she already agreed to do it, right? Drew, I’d appreciate it if you wouldn’t put words in my mouth.
[ Doorbell rings ] You have got to be kidding me. Is this Grand Central Station? Do you want me to get it? No, I’ll get it. Hi. Ric. Hi. Yeah. Uh, is it okay if I come in? Um, actually, it’s not the best time right now. It’s just gonna take a minute. I promise. It’s important. Come in. And here I thought this night couldn’t get any better.
Hope I didn’t interrupt anything. Have you ever said that and meant it? So, what brings you by, Ric? Uh, many things. But, uh, since Lucky is here already, I might as well start by saying thank you. You found my credit card. Hold on. I can show you my ID from the firm. Oh, that’s not necessary. I believe you are who you say you are. “J.S. & Associates.” [ Chuckles ] “Marco” is just fine. Thank you. I’ve been retracing my steps trying to find this thing. Can I show my appreciation by buying you a drink? Oh, no, there’s no need. I just paid my tab. I’ll open another one. Please? I’d hate to walk away feeling like I left a good deed unrewarded. I found something on the floor and picked it up. I mean, that hardly makes me a hero. Tell that to the guy who’s been frantically looking for his corporate card. Listen, I either buy you a drink, or I send over an order of calamari. Your choice. I’m allergic to shellfish. A drink it is then.
Anyone with eyes could see you mooning over Drew. Excuse after excuse, coming up with ways to be with him or just around him. Even Michael noticed. My issues with Michael started way before you moved in. And guess what. We all made mistakes. Me, Drew, and Michael. I think the only mistake Michael made was trusting you to be faithful. Hell, just trusting you, period. When you told him that it was just a harmless crush, that your heart was still with him and the kids, he believed you. And when he found out that you had acted on those feelings, he was devastated. So, yes, I will judge you, and I will not feel bad about it. Remind me of your due date again. You got pregnant, what? Beginning of November-ish. Right around the time Jason was mourning Sam. Are you serious? I’m just doing the math, Sasha. Wow. Oh, my God. Jason and Sam were not even together when Sam died, and they hadn’t been for years. But everyone knows their love story was epic. Sam was an obstacle for anyone who wanted Jason. But with her out of the picture, you saw your opening and you took it. So, why didn’t you want Charlotte to call Lulu? Well, I know I said that I didn’t think the WSB would go after Charlotte… But what? You changed your mind? Those agents in Argentina weren’t sent by Brennan. So that means someone — or multiple someones — at the bureau have a vested interest in shutting Valentin up permanently. They probably figured out by now that he handed Charlotte off to us. I mean, it would be a lot easier to grab Charlotte and use her to lure Valentin out than it would be to find him. They could have tapped Lulu’s phone for all we know, maybe waiting for us to contact her. But Lulu needs to know that her daughter’s coming home. She will. But in order to do that and to get Charlotte home safely, we’re gonna need to contact someone first.
Is Miami home? I live up in Bar Harbor. I was just in the city for a client meeting. What about you? I’m here for a medical symposium. Oh. Are you a doctor? I am. That’s impressive. So, how’s the symposium going? Have you learned a lot? [ Chuckles ] Um… Uh, well, that I’m — I’m destined to make the same mistakes forever, apparently. Uh-oh. I’m — I’m — I’m sorry. I had a few drinks earlier. I am majorly oversharing. I don’t mind. What kind of mistakes are we talking? Well, let me put it this way. My ex is also on this trip, and, um… it didn’t end well. I actually hadn’t given Drew an answer on whether or not I would do the press conference. My bad. I was just wishful thinking. This program — it’s your baby. When it finally gets announced, you should be the one to take all that credit. It’s a partnership with the hospital. With you, Portia. So what happens to one of us is gonna happen to the other. I am a huge proponent of that cause. Right. Just not the man spearheading it. I get it. But the good news is the intention here is obviously just to benefit the kids.
Okay, then. I’ll — I’ll do it. Babe, are you sure about this? On top of being a worthy cause, this could generate a whole ton of positive publicity for General Hospital, which could mean an influx of donors, which helps all the patients here at General Hospital, not just the ones in Pediatrics. And finally, as co-Chief of Staff bringing money in for the hospital? I mean, Portia, you know how quickly things can change at the top. This could help keep you there. And maybe, just maybe it’ll help people forget about “Congressman Cutthroat.” [ Chuckling ] Yeah. I mean, I don’t really care what people call me, but since we’re on the subject of publicity, I would like to offer you, Curtis, and Aurora the opportunity to cover the kickoff exclusively. What do you say?
At least with Drew, I was acting on my sincere feelings. You acted on greed. What? Oh, come on. Jason’s wealthy on his own. Add in that Quartermaine connection? Credit where credit is due, Sasha. This baby might have been the best con you’ve ever pulled. And what do you call telling Michael that you’d love, honor, and cherish him till death do you part? Hmm? Think what you want about my choices, Willow. I didn’t break any marriage vows or any hearts. Give it time. You will.
[ Door closes ] [ Cellphone ringing ] Excuse me. I have to take this. Please. [ Ringing continues ] Commissioner Devane. To what do I owe the pleasure? We have Charlotte Cassadine. Excellent. I don’t suppose you have Valentin, as well? Negative. Where are you? On a jet. We’ll be landing at Sussex Airfield within the hour. And you are looping me in because…? I need you to bring Lulu there to meet us without alerting anyone. Is that something that you can do for us? Cheers! Cheers! [ Laughs ] Shouldn’t be a problem. Thank you. See you soon. Brennan’s gonna meet us on the tarmac. I-I don’t know. Are you sure about bringing Brennan into this? I mean, how do you know the guys weren’t lying when they said they weren’t acting on Brennan’s orders? I can’t be certain of everything. Yeah, exactly. So we could be delivering Charlotte right into the hands of a man who’s gonna use her as a means to eliminate Valentin. Alright, Brennan may well be on the hunt for Valentin, but there is a crucial difference between him and those other agents. Which is? Well, Jack knows that if anything were to happen to Charlotte on his watch, Carly would never forgive him for it. Brennan doesn’t care what Carly thinks. Yes, he does. I mean, initially, I wasn’t sure about this, but it has become increasingly clear that when it comes to Carly, Jack doesn’t seem to have any ulterior motives. I mean, I think he’s just smitten with her. So, that — that’s all it takes to become a good guy? No. I didn’t say that Jack was a good guy. All I’m saying is that, in this instant and for our purposes, Jack wants to see Charlotte reunited with her mother as much as we do. Everything else aside, you nearly died to save Elizabeth. For that, you have my gratitude. What’s this? The real reason that I came here. It’s a hard copy of the Medical Review Board’s final decision — suitable for framing. You are officially exonerated of all responsibility in the deaths of Sylvie Mullen, Dex Heller, and Sam McCall. Didn’t we already know this? It’s still really nice to see it in writing. I was also able to secure back pay for the days of work that you were forced to miss. Oh, my God, thank you, Ric. I really — I really appreciate that. And not just all the hard work you’ve done, but, I mean, for making the effort to come over and drop this off. Well, I’m sure there is a million things that you should be doing. Yeah, my only regret is that Terri had to be the one to call me to represent you in the first place. Oh, I didn’t know that she had until right now. Yeah, it’s — it’s good that you have such a good friend. Huh. Still, you should have called me in the first place. I know. I know. I just didn’t know how serious the review was gonna be until I was right in the middle of it and… [ Sighs ] There’s something else. That I’m not entitled to your services at the drop of a hat? Nope. If you ever need a lawyer or wonder even for a second that maybe you might need one, I’d better be your first call. Got it? Got it. I mean, I may not be able to bust down doors and duke it out with lunatics…
…but you know if you call, I’ll always pick up.
Working with your ex can’t be easy. Yeah. Well, now imagine that it’s not a “someone you dated” ex, it’s your ex-husband. Ouch. Yeah, that — that pretty much sums it up. How long were you married? [ Sighs ] Three years. We even had a son. Or I thought we did. I’m — I am sorry. You did not sign up for any of this. You offered to buy me a drink, not — not listen to my long sob story. Excuse me. Two more? It just so happens I love long stories. The sobbier, the better. That’s not a word. Who says? The dictionary, I think. Tell me about your son. Aurora’s not the only game in town. I’m quite sure you’ll have no problem finding some other media outlet to cover your event. But your wife is already on board. Wouldn’t it look bad if her own husband wasn’t in full support? I mean, it’s a win-win, Curtis, really. For all of us. I need some time to think. Fair enough. Portia, maybe you could work on him a little bit for me. [ Chuckles ] Mm. Well, reach out to the office when you have an answer.
Babe, help me out here. What the hell was that? Okay, well, why don’t you tell me about the latest Tracy-Drew dust-up? Sasha said things are pretty “tense” over there, and if Drew is going after the Quartermaine crypt, I’m guessing they’re way past “tense.” He’s really coming for the family crypt, and Tracy is freaking out. I don’t blame her. I went through something similar with Virginia’s grave, and it was awful. And that’s just one family member. Right, and, I mean, we’re talking about Lila, Edward, Alan, to name a few. Of course she’s gonna fight tooth and nail for them. Yeah, I mean, I’d say I’m disappointed in Drew, but I never really liked him to begin with, so… Join the club. You will see that our membership is rapidly growing. I’m terribly sorry, but I’m afraid I’m gonna have to cut this meeting short. Oh, I was getting ready to head out anyway. Fund raisers wait for no one. No, they don’t. Have a good evening, Deputy Mayor. You too. [ Cellphone ringing ]
[ Sighs ] [ Ringing continues ] Deputy Mayor Ashford. I’ll be there as soon as I can. Okay, did Tracy really get arrested? Mm, never underestimate how far people are willing to go for their loved ones. Well, that’s true. Mm. Good evening, ladies. Jack. I’m sorry, Miss Spencer, but you’re gonna have to come with me. I don’t think I do. I’m sorry. It’s urgent. Wait, is this about the search for Valentin? What’s going on? I’m afraid I can’t give you any details, but you’re just gonna have to trust me. Okay, Lulu, if Jack says it’s important, you can trust him. You can go.
Okay. Tell me what’s going on with you and Agent Brennan. We’re starting our descent. I’ll let Charlotte know. Hey, Jason. Thank you for coming with me… having my back. You didn’t need to get involved with any of this. Yes, I did. Well, I’m the one who let Valentin escape with Charlotte. I, uh — I went along with it. Because I asked you to. Because I chose to. This is on me, too, Anna. We let Valentin take Charlotte. And now we are bringing her back. So, I gave Wiley back to his father. Your nephew. Yeah. And then Brad and I got divorced, and Brad got sentenced to six months in prison. Wow. One more, then I’m just — I’m cutting myself off. Your ex must have really loved you. Why do you say that? Don’t get me wrong. He did a terrible thing. But I do believe it was to spare your pain. Brad risked his freedom. He risked everything, really. You know, you’re the first person to hear that story and have that reaction. Do you disagree? No. But that’s the part that kills me. I know Brad did what he did because he loves me. He always wanted a family of our own. He thought it would break my heart if I couldn’t have a child, so… he gave me one. And then he ended up breaking your heart anyway. Yeah, and he hurt a lot of other people, too. And — And no amount of — of love or good intentions in the world can change that. No. But it can’t erase the time you had with Wiley and Brad, either. That boy — Wiley? He may not be your son, but he’s still a part of you, Lucas. He’s the child of your heart. And he always will be. You’re right. I had a year and a half of being a dad. Those memories are mine forever. No one can take them away. You know, you’re gonna want to put that in your records as soon as possible. Um, as a matter of fact, I would do it now just in case you forget, you know? Yeah, I’ll — I’ll do that right now, and then I’ll be back to walk you out. Word of advice? Send a messenger next time. Do I detect hostility? No, no, just impatience. I meant what I said before, Lucky. You are a hero. And look what it got you — a nice comfy spot on Elizabeth’s couch from where to recover. Yeah, well, it’s a little harder to do that when random people keep dropping by with unnecessary things. Mm. You look tired. You know, I can drop you off at home. Your mother can tuck you in. Thanks for the offer, but I’m — I’m fine. I’m solid. Solid, yeah. That’s the first word that comes to mind when everybody thinks about you — solid and reliable. Elizabeth could do so much better than you. Better…like you? I know this must feel like it came out of nowhere. Yeah, it does. Especially given your fallout with Drew. But I agree with him. The initiative that he’s spearheading — it’s not only good for the kids, which is enough right there, but it’s also good for the entire hospital. As a doctor, as a mother, I have to support that, no matter what I think or feel about Drew.
If it was just him asking, there’s no way I’d let Aurora get involved in his press conference. But you’re involved. Tell me — do you want me to cover this? Yeah. Yeah, I do. You know, for the reasons that I just said. And also Trina. Kai’s involved. You know, your support would mean so much to her. There are so many reasons to say yes, but there’s only one reason to say no. It’s a big reason. It absolutely is. But don’t let Drew’s awfulness keep you from contributing to a good cause. We both know it’s worthwhile. Honey, don’t let Drew have that kind of power over you. Well, thank you for getting here so quickly. I’m on my way to a fundraiser, so I don’t have much time. Okay. Well, I’ll make this quick. My office is spearheading a pediatric sports initiative in conjunction with GH, and we’re organizing a press conference to announce it. Sounds like a great cause. It really is. It really is. And Portia Robinson has agreed to participate. I’m hoping Aurora has exclusive coverage of the event. And I would love for you to be there representing the mayor’s office. Oh, give me a break, Drew. You’re trying to give yourself a nice bouquet to cover the stench from that Invader article. Wait a minute. So — So, you organize all these different types of events to support the community, and you’re willing to walk away from this great cause just to spite me? Like all requests that come into my office, I will take it under consideration. Well, I look forward to hearing from you, Deputy Mayor. Okay. We’re here. Tell me why or I’m leaving. There’s a jet landing in 10 minutes. Your daughter is on it. What? Charlotte’s… Charlotte’s coming home? Where was she? I don’t have any details. Anna Devane called me. She told me to bring you here. I did. Why didn’t Anna just call me? I assume she wanted me to secure your safety, as well as Charlotte’s. What matters is Charlotte’s okay. [ Inhaling sharply ]
I can’t believe it.
I’m about to see my daughter. You seem to be doing better these days. Oh, I don’t know if I’d go that far, but I’m not in Boston drowning myself in work anymore, so that’s something. Boston, interesting. Mnh. It wasn’t. That’s my fault. Um, after everything with Wiley and Brad, I went to Boston. I didn’t — I didn’t date, like, at all. I barely kept in contact with my friends and family. What changed? My mom died. I’m very sorry to hear that. Yeah. It was like a real wake-up call, you know? Like, our time here is so limited. We have to do as much with it as we can. We have to love people while they’re still here. So, you went home? Yeah. I still work a lot. And no action on the dating front, but I’m not hiding from life, so… there’s that. That’s a lot. It takes courage to face the things that scare you. So, how is it? Oh, well, being back with my family and friends is great. And shockingly, it hasn’t been so horrible seeing Brad again. Did seeing him stir up some old emotions? Mm, sort of. I — I started to remember why I fell in love with him in the first place and how happy he made me once upon a time. And he helped me through a really terrible time, made me feel less lonely. Someone who can do that will always have a place in your heart. Maybe not the place they used to, but…a place. And then when I found out that he’d be at this symposium… You thought it was a sign. [ Sighs ] He — He was so kind and supportive. It — It was like he was the person I fell for in the beginning and… I don’t know, with the — the beach and the moon and the tropical breeze… I started to feel something that I haven’t felt in a very long time. Possibility. Yeah. And we were just at the brink of putting it back together. But then Brad decides to tell me how he got on this trip, and it turns out he is still the same lying, manipulative person he always was. And, well, per usual, it is driven by his love for yours truly. So… maybe that’s the problem. Love? That can’t be the only answer to loneliness, right? Companionship comes in all shapes and sizes. Well… maybe… it’s as simple as… finding a gorgeous man, telling him he’s gorgeous, and taking it from there.
More accurately, from right here.
Oh, you’re both here. Perfect. Hey, Jordan. What’s up? I just spoke to Drew about his new pediatrics initiative. He’s certainly making his rounds, isn’t he? Mm. Let me guess — he asked if you could be at the press conference, as well. Yeah. Uh, I heard that you were on board, so I wanted to talk to you about it before I made a decision. Drew also said that Aurora might be getting involved. Is there any truth to that? But it was this “aha” moment when I realized that our lives were just incompatible. Uh-huh. Okay. And you said this to him? I did, yeah. How did he take that? Quietly. You know, he just kind of walked away, and I haven’t seen him since. Until right now. Yes. Yeah. Yeah. It sounds like your rejection might have hurt his feelings. Oh, come on. [ Scoffs ] Jack Brennan has a woman in every city. I just happen to be the one in Port Charles. Well, me and Vivian. Who’s Vivian? It doesn’t matter. Look, the point is, I can’t go down this road because even if I wanted to, Jack Brennan will never commit. To what? What do you mean? Well, like, to what? What kind of commitment are you looking for? Woman: [ Gasps ] There’s your baby. Oh, my God. [ Chuckles ] Would you like to know the sex? [ Elevator dings ] Good evening, Congressman. Good evening to you. I didn’t want to leave without seeing you again. Hey, are you okay? You seem a little down. Oh, yeah. No. I’m just — I’m coming from a difficult patient. That’s all. Are you sure? Because I wouldn’t blame you. Blame me for what? Well, letting the whole “Congressman Cutthroat” nonsense get to you. Drew, let that go. I already told you — I don’t read that garbage in The Invader, and I don’t listen to anyone who wants to tell me about it. Drew: Willow… I feel like you’ve been listening to someone because it seems like more than just a difficult patient has got to you.
Lulu: [ Gasps ]
Stored and secure. Excellent. Well, I’m gonna get out of your hair. Oh. Okay. Hey. Thanks for everything. I meant what I said before. You weren’t just trying to annoy Lucky? Well, added bonus. And it was very easy. [ Chuckles ] I do want you to be happy, Elizabeth. And if there’s ever anything that I can do to help with that… I know who to call. Have a good night. Good night.
Finally… we’re alone.
[ Sighs ] What are you looking for, exactly? Like, to settle down? Are we talking marriage? No. I love my life. I mean, I’m happy to never get married again. Okay, then do you think maybe you’re possibly overthinking this? Me? I mean, I would never do something like that. Oh, yeah, right. If you were gonna die tomorrow, would you regret not sleeping with Jack Brennan? Aurora will cover the press conference. Jordan: Well, that’s it, then. If you two are both on board, I’ll be there. Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you. I mean, you helped me see that this was the right thing to do. Yeah.
I don’t care what other people call you. I can handle it. And so can you. Scout and Wiley are a different story. And I hear what you’re saying, but I want you to know that I am working on something that’s gonna remind my constituents, remind everybody the good work that I’m doing on their behalf. And then those old headlines will be gone and forgotten in no time. Like a day — maybe two. It’s gonna work out. I promise. When you say it, I believe it.
Believe it.
So, what now? Now I think you should give me your room key. [ Exhales heavily ]
[ Crying ] You’re home. Sweetheart, you’re finally home.
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[gasping] Li, please– [wheezing] Please, I can’t br– I can’t breathe. You slept with Finn. My son! [Li grunts] STEFFY: What are you doing? Put those cuffs back on her. -CHIEF BAKER: Afraid I can’t. -STEFFY: [whispers] What? Luna is a free woman. What are you talking about? She killed two people! -Just gonna walk free–what? -TAYLOR: This doesn’t even make sense–I don’t understand. There’s nothing else you can do? She’s just–she’s free to go? Absolutely right. Luna Nozawa… you are officially pardoned. [intense music plays] I hope you had a wonderful time, and we look forward to seeing you again. All right. Mmm. [chuckles] -What was that for? -I don’t know. Just looked a little lonely over here… within yourself. Yeah. Yeah, I guess I am. Still thinking about Poppy. You know, every time I see her, I can’t help but think of her daughter and what she did to Tom and Hollis. [Poppy gasping] Pl-please… [hoarsely] Li, you gotta let go. [mouthing] I can’t breathe. [softly] I can’t…breathe… -[Li groans] -I can’t…I can’t… -Oh! -[wheezing] -[coughing] -I knew -something was wrong with you. -[coughing, wheezing] I knew you were inclined to make the most deranged, selfish decisions! -[huffs] I never thought… -[coughs] …my son…your nephew… [hoarsely] I know how it looks but… [wheezing] but… there was nothing…sordid or dirty. [wheezing] Wh–how can you possibly say that? I’m disgusted… sickened by what you did to Finn. It’s tough, I know. We both miss…them so much, Tom and Hollis. I just–I can’t believe they’re gone. I mean, it’s just so damn unfair. Yeah. That’s because of Luna. If it weren’t for her, they’d both still be here. Wait, I’m really free, like not just on house arrest but… Being pardoned means you’re as free as anyone else in this room, relieved of the legal consequences. Wh-what? This is insane! You gotta do something! CHIEF BAKER: Believe me, I wish I could, but it’s outta my hands. They’re gonna be sending some paperwork over soon. Let’s go. Wait! No, you can’t just let her go. You’ve gotta fight this, keep her in custody! In custody for what? She’s been pardoned. For crimes committed in the past. But we all know what you’re capable of. If you slip up, hurt somebody else, you will be back in prison. And whoever’s looking out for you now surely won’t be foolish enough to do it again. I’m gonna keep an eye on you. A very close eye. You. You did this, didn’t you? RIDGE: Of course he did! Look at him! Who else can pull that kind of a favor–it had to be you. I’m just so thankful, I mean getting this second chance. I-I’m not gonna mess it up. I’m free! [laughs] Free. [heavy music plays] [coughing, wheezing] [hoarsely] You coulda killed me. I still could. You took advantage of my son. Finn was 18. He knew exactly what he was doing! You’re sick, Penelope! You’re sick! Well, you can think so, but the connection that Finn and I had wasn’t. We cared about each other. We still care about each other. Maybe you conned him into thinking there was aconnection. But I know what really happened. You used him. You used my son, and because of that, because ofyou, he has a daughter! His cousin–Luna! Luna who abducted his wife, killed those two men at Il Giardino. But babe, I don’t wanna… I don’t wanna hate on Poppy every time she comes in here, but I– But you do, because there’s something inside of you that doesn’t trust her. Absolutely not. She raised that monster. You know, look, nurture, nature, whatever you wanna call it– Poppy has to assume some blame in this. I guess. But you know what? If-if you’re talking nature, then Tom has something to do with this as well if you truly believe that DNA can dictate the way someone turns out. You know the thing that really blows me away, I mean just that I find absolutely gruesome is that Luna could kill Tom, her own father. Look, I realize that your wife can’t stand me and her parents can’t either, and I don’t blame them. But you, Finn, you’re my father. I-I’m your flesh and blood. Please just tell me that there’s a part of you, even the tiniest, but that’s happy I’m not going back to prison. God, Luna, stop being delusional! Finn despises you as much as the rest of us. There’s no way he doesn’t want you behind bars. And you will be. There’s no doubt. We will fight this absurd pardon relentlessly until you’re back where you belong. Yeah. Locked up. In prison. Yourcage. Yeah, I-I see the irony in that, and I understand why you guys would want me to rot in a confined space. But not you, Finn. Dad. If only I knew this growing up, everything would be so different. You know? All of the horrible things I did would have never happened because I would have had a good, stable, honorable presence in my life. TAYLOR: I see you think you can absolve your crimes by playing the traumatic childhood. -No one’s buying it. -LUNA: You don’t have to. None of you do. -Except my father. -STEFFY: Oh, my God. -[Ridge exhales] -STEFFY: Okay. This is-this is– Finn, tell her you want nothing to do with her. Out. All of you. Excuse me? This is my home, and I want you all gone. -Now. -RIDGE: You know what? This is gonna backfire on you. I don’t know when, I don’t know how, but it will. This is my daughter you’re putting in danger. This is the mother of your granddaughter. I don’t know what you’re gonna gain from this, but it’s something. You’re despicable! Stop…calling him…Dad. He isn’t that to you. He never will be. You’re not gonna be in our lives. We never wanna see your face again. [tense music plays] You probably feel more disdain for me than ever. Probably? After targeting my son? Yeah. That’s a given. He gave me a beautiful daughter at least. [scoffs] Ohh. A daughter you let get out of control. You raised a killer. [sniffles] Well… maybe she still has a chance at a decent life. I mean, you said she’s out of prison, right? Staying at Bill’s? That’s just like you… never having to actually face the consequences for her actions. Maybe she’ll just float through life, bouncing from one tragic situation to the next, oblivious to the real responsibility entails. Wouldn’t be surprised, considering who her mother is. The horrible human being her mother is. Get out of my life, Penelope. Never, ever come back. You are not my sister. [intense music plays] Hey, I understand how you feel. I mean, to think that Luna could kill her own father and then set her mother up for it, and what– what she did to her own cousin’s wife… Okay, look, I know that there is no love lost between myself and Steffy, but I… I never would have wished that upon her. I never thought I’d hear myself say this, but maybe some people really do deserve to be locked away in prison for the rest of their lives. And if anybody does… it’s Luna. What the hell was Bill thinking? -I wish I knew. -Well, it had to be him, right? -Arranging the pardon? -Well, who else could do it? Who’d want to–Poppy maybe, but she doesn’t have any influence over anybody. Now, this was Spencer. He unleashed this lunatic -back into our world. -Back into our lives. How could this be? How can Luna get away with everything she’s done? It was you, right? First you got me out of prison, saved my life, brought me here to your home. And as if that wasn’t enough I don’t know how, but you got me pardoned? It must have been you, right? I mean, nobody else would… even care or understand what I’ve been through and why I might deserve a second chance. It was you, right? A million reasons why I shouldn’t have. But yes. It was me. [soft music plays] STEFFY: Luna–free! Pardoned? I know. I– I can’t believe it either. Oh, my God. This is all because of Bill. Well, he didn’t admit it, but I mean, it was– No, this is him. He was stupid enough to bring Luna into his home under house arrest. He is definitely behind that pardon. Ugh! What is that man thinking? About his childhood, it sounds like, bonding over similar traumas? Yeah. I don’t for a second believe that Bill Spencer, Jr. suffered growing up. The same with Luna. You know, I don’t–I don’t even care if they wanna talk about their trauma– what about the trauma that Luna inflicted on Tom and Hollis a-and on me? And now she’s just out, free, walking around! You heard Baker, honey. I don’t– There’s nothing to be done about it. Well, there has to be a way to get her behind bars. And if there is, I will find it. Luna Nozawa– she’s going back to prison. This time for good. [uneasy music plays] God. Can’t stand Bill. No one can. Best thing to do is ignore him. Don’t give him any attention. His ignorance is causing our family pain. It puts us in danger. I don’t use the word hate lightly, but that’s how I feel. I hate Bill for what he’s done. Don’t make me regret this, Luna. I thought you already might be. The reactions you got from Steffy and her parents– -they lashed out at you. -Didn’t surprise me. I knew the wrath I’d be facing. But I did what I did. I gave you a second chance. Something I’ll forever be thankful to you for. I am just beyond grateful. You wanna show me your gratitude, Luna? Be the best version of yourself. Live your best life. What I said earlier about everyone leaving… Wait. You meant me too? You can’t stay here any longer. You need to go. Oh. Okay. Okay. I understand. But thank you, Bill. Truly. I mean, you have changed my life in so many ways and I’m forever indebted to you, and I’m gonna pay you back somehow. -It’s not necessary. -No, I will. I’m gonna find a way. Someday your kindness will be rewarded. I have a meeting. Be gone when I get back. STEFFY: Luna’s your daughter, and I-I’m really, really, Finn, trying to find way to… accept that, and part of me does believe I would have accepted it if I knew that Luna was in prison, she wasn’t a threat to us, she could no longer hurt us. But…but this? First Sheila and now Luna? Come on! I feel like we’re surrounded by psychos. Finn, you have to promise me something. -What? -Please do not make the same mistake you made with Sheila. You allowed yourself to be vulnerable to her. You gave her an opening, and I… I can’t go through that again, Finn, okay? Not this time. -Not with Luna. -No. -I know, I know, all right? -Okay? -Hey. -Just promise me. I know. Oh, God, I’m just so– Oh, I’m so furious with Bill. None of this would have happened if he hadn’t interfered. We wouldn’t have to worry about Luna. She wouldn’t have been an issue for us. She would have been locked up, and now because of Bill’s immense stupidity, she’s out! She’s out. She’s free. And not only is she out– she called you Dad. And she called you Dad more than once, so that obviously means that she wants a relationship with you. That can’t happen, Finn. Tell me you understand that. [edgy music plays] This is so crazy, looking at you now after all these years. My father. [crying]My father. I finally found you. [sniffling] I’m not gonna lose you now. STEFFY: Finn, you really need to take the lead on this– getting Luna locked up. Justice needs to be served. I need you to do everything in your power to make sure she goes back to prison and she stays there. For life, Finn. I know. I know. [intense music plays] Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc.
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Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane
THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!
[upbeat music] [indistinct chatter]
Ah. Mmm, heaven. Hmm.
What? It’s a mocktail.
Yeah, just, it looks like a real drink, so–
So?
So I’m just feeling a little triggered, you know, with your history and dad’s, obviously.
Oh, honey, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. Look at me. I am–I am so committed to my sobriety. Especially now that I’m out of prison and I’m free, I want my life back 100%. I’m not gonna do anything to jeopardize that. OK? You, I–I assume, though, you’re–you are staying away from alcohol, right?
Yeah, I do. Absolutely. I don’t drink at all.
OK. So then you were stone-cold sober when you knocked up Sophia, yeah? [dramatic music]
OK. I’m all set, Steve. So whenever you’re ready, we can get on the road. Mm, I’ll see you soon. Hi.
What’s with the luggage? Going somewhere?
Yeah. I’m going to find your father.
[light music]
Mama?
Oh. 4
What are you doing here?
I’m waiting for you, darling.
Oh, no. What is wrong?
Nothing’s wrong. You know, with me, at least. I just wanted to see how you are doing.
Oh, you mean after the lunch from hell with the DiMeras and Mrs. Choi?
Mm, that’s the one. I’m so sorry, honey. Oh, I can’t tell you how terrible I feel about how that all went down.
You have nothing to apologize for.
Mm. Maybe, maybe not. But there is one person who most certainly owes you an apology. [scoffs] That nasty father-in-law of yours. [dramatic music] 6
[groans] I’m hesitating.
You never would have hesitated, would you have, Father? If you were here, you would say that I lack resolve.
Rachel Blake is the only one who can implicate me in Rafe’s kidnapping. Once I make her forget discovering Rafe at Aremid, this will all be over.
Even if Kristen never forgives me for it. But I know what has to be done.
And what exactly is that?
What are you up to this time, Dad?
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
Leave it to EJ to ruin a simple “get to know you” lunch with Sophia’s mother.
Yeah. Yeah, and that is the thing. Sophia’s mother didn’t get to know any of us. I mean, not really. Johnny and I were so busy pretending to be people that we weren’t just so that she would be OK with us adopting Sophia and Tate’s baby. 9
Well, the only thing that should matter to that woman is that you and Johnny are good people and will– will be excellent parents.
I know. Thank you, Mama.
Mm, well, I’m not going to let EJ prevent you from giving that baby a loving home, now. I’ve got a plan to fix this, Chanel. In fact, it’s already in motion. [dramatic music]
Yes, Mother, I was sober when I got Sophia pregnant. Come on, what kind of question is that? [upbeat music]
It just seems strange, you know, that you would be this careless about sex with Sophia, unless you weren’t thinking straight.
Mom, we were not careless, OK? We were responsible.
We used protection, OK?
Really?
Yes, really. I guess every sex ed teacher I ever had is right. [sighs, groans] No birth control is 100% effective.
Looks like you had to learn the hard way, huh?
Mom, that is so gross.
OK, look, I’m sorry. I’m grateful that you were responsible about sex. But now you’re gonna have to be responsible for Sophia and this unborn baby.
Yeah, you’re right. And that’s what we’re trying to do. We know that the right thing is to find the baby a good home with parents who are looking to adopt.
Are you sure that’s the right thing to do? [dramatic music]
Shane reached out to me once. But since then, he has not been returning my phone calls. And I understand that, because, you know, the details of… John’s whereabouts have to be kept confidential.
What? No. To hell with that. We’re talking about Dad.
Yes. Well, you and I feel the same way about that.
Anyway, Shane– Shane is in D.C., and–and Steve and I feel that the best way to get answers about John is to go to D.C. and confront Shane. And then he’ll be forced to tell us about your dad’s last location.
OK, well, if you do find out where he went missing, what then?
I’m going to go there, and I’m going to find him.
And I’m going to bring him home. Your dad is the love of my life. I–I think you would do the same thing for the love of your life, wouldn’t you?
Johnny, I didn’t hear you come in.
Yeah, I gathered that.
[chuckles]
Sorry to interrupt your little chat with Nonno.
Oh, you heard that, did you?
Just the tail end.
Well, I’m hardly the only person in this house who still seeks guidance from your grandfather.
No. But it’s never a good sign. Usually it’s when someone’s trying to get something terrible off their chest or if someone is seeking approval to do something terrible. So which is it, Father?
I beg your pardon?
Well, I overheard you say you know what needs to be done. What exactly are you doing?
Damage control.
I’m going to make this family’s problems disappear.
Uh-huh.
Hey, stranger. Been a while.
Yeah, well, I’ve had a lot on my plate lately.
Yeah, Kayla hinted as much. Well, take a load off. Tell me what I can get you. 18
Cup of coffee would be good, but it’s gonna have to be to go because I have a flight to catch. Marlena and I are going to D.C. to talk to Shane.
Still no answers about John, I take it?
[sighs] No, nothing. Marlena thinks it’ll be harder for Shane to stonewall her in person. So I thought if I go along with her, be twice as hard.
How about three times as hard? Want backup? 19
No, no, no, buddy. You don’t have to do that.
Not a problem. Kate can take care of the pub. Then he’s got both brothers-in-law staring him down. Come on, I know– I know Shane is just, you know, following protocol, but he needs to be reminded just how many times John stuck his neck out for that agency.
Yeah. Well, Roman, I appreciate it. And normally I would agree. But this time, I think we need to take a softer approach, you know, appeal to his humanity. If the three of us go storming into his office–
Yeah, he might feel bullied, you know, get defensive.
Mm-hmm.
Yeah, you are probably right about that. So… OK, well, can I get you some takeout for the road?
I just had an early dinner with Kayla. But listen, there is something you can do for me. [dramatic music]
Mom, please, not– don’t do this again. [upbeat music]
Is this really the right decision, Tate? I mean, what if this baby grows up with abandonment issues? Or what if the prospective parents are just absolute monsters?
Mom, thousands of babies are adopted every year, and most of them turn out just fine. Like, not every situation is like what happened to Aunt Eve. In fact, most aren’t.
Yeah, but you can never be so sure, can you?
I get it, OK? I get that adoption is a triggering concept for Grandpa Shane’s side of the family. But you can’t put all of that on me or all the people in the world that want to be parents. It’s just not fair.
How’d you get so levelheaded, huh? You definitely didn’t get that from me or your father.
I think you did a better job than you give yourself credit for. And I think that Johnny and Chanel will do a good job as well.
Johnny–Johnny and Chanel?
Yes.
They are the ones who wanted to adopt your baby?
Well, yes, that was the plan. But the DiMeras didn’t exactly make the best impression on Sophia’s mother. So that’s the snag that Dad and I were talking about.
Yeah, well, I think that’s for the best, don’t you? I mean, isn’t that a little close to home? Johnny’s your second cousin, Tate.
I know. I know. And I’ve thought about that. But he and Chanel are the only ones who have even come close to meeting Mrs. Choi’s standards. And, you know, to be honest, I’m starting to think they’re impossibly high because she doesn’t want anyone else to raise the baby but me and Sophia.
And that’s a nonstarter for you?
Mom, we’re not even a couple.
So? I mean, my– me and your dad, we co-parented you just fine, didn’t we?
OK, yeah, but you guys are adults. Even if Sophia and I were together, it still doesn’t change the fact that we’re just too young. Mom, like, no! Like, I want to go to college next year. So does she. Like–
I know. I know. And I want– I want that for you. I do, obviously. But, Tate, look at me. There are no straight lines in life.
OK.
I mean, what if– what if me and the family– we can all step up together. We can do this.
Mom, Mom, stop. Please, please, I’m–I’m already getting so much pushback from Mrs. Choi. I really cannot deal with it from you too. I just–I can’t. [dramatic music] Can you just–can you please tell me that you’re gonna support our decision?
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Would I do the same for the love of my life? Well, I guess I’ll let you know when I find out who that is.
Oh, honey, I didn’t mean anything by that, you know.
Oh, no, I know. I know. You’re thinking about Dad, and I am focusing totally on myself. I’m sorry.
Well, I worry about you all the time too. You know, I’ve got some time before my flight. Why don’t you catch me up? 29
Oh. It’s just stupid, really.
Well, let me be the judge of that, please. Is it the divorce?
Sort of. I think it’s about what’s next for me. I guess I always thought that Shawn was the love of my life for as long as I can remember. You know, I wasn’t just Belle. We were Belle and Shawn, right? Belle and Shawn are coming over, or Belle and Shawn are back in town, or Belle and Shawn this or that. And our–our identities were so intertwined that who we were as people just got lost. And I think that’s why it was so hard for us to admit that we were struggling.
Honey, I’m so sorry.
No, don’t be. Don’t be. ‘Cause I think it’s a good thing that we got to this place. You know, I–I think we tried for so many years to work things out, and now I get to figure out who I am without Shawn. And if that means that I don’t find the kind of epic love that you and Dad have, then that’s OK. Maybe not everybody gets that. Maybe I don’t need a love of my life.
I see. So are we ruling out EJ?
OK, I have learned to expect the worst from you, so let’s hear it. What problem are you making disappear?
Isn’t it obvious?
No.
The situation with Amy Choi, of course.
You mean–
Convincing her that she has the wrong idea about our family, that’s all.
Oh, Dad, well, don’t waste your time. There’s no way that Mrs. Choi is gonna let us adopt that baby, not–not after what happened.
And who’s to blame for that? Everything was going fine until Gabi and Jada came storming in here with their unhinged accusations.
Oh, please, it wasn’t their fault. 34
Oh, really? Then whose was it?
Yours.
Mine?
Yes, yours. Can we–can we drop the act, please? I wasn’t born yesterday. It’s obvious that you hired Arnold Feniger to come to town and replace Rafe.
I told you already, I don’t know anything about that.
If you respect me at all, even a little bit, you’ll stop denying it, OK? Just–if this family has–has any chance of moving forward, moving past this, I need you to be straight with me, and I need to know one thing.
And what is that?
How? How could you get involved with that man after what he did to my mom?
A favor? Consider it done. [light music]
Can you keep an eye on Kayla for me?
You know, this hospital bankruptcy has really been weighing on her. And I told her that I would help her out with a fundraiser. But now I’m leaving town, and I don’t know how long I’ll be gone.
I can do that, brother-in-law. You didn’t even have to ask. I can also keep an eye on Black Patch for you while you’re gone.
Well, that would be great. Thank you. Yeah. [sighs] Our little shop has seen better days… John missing and now Rafe still recovering from the ordeal he went through.
Yeah, the poor guy, not just kidnapped but replaced by a sadistic imposter. I could wring EJ’s neck for pulling the stunt again.
Mother, why would you bring up EJ right now?
Seriously, have you forgotten that I walked in on the two of you?
OK, well, you know what? EJ and I are through. And I’ve also made that very clear to him in no uncertain terms.
I see. And have you made that clear to yourself? [dramatic music]
I had nothing to do with Arnold Feniger coming back to Salem.
[chuckles] Wow, you really don’t respect me, do you? So I’m just supposed to believe that Arnold Feniger, the man that you hired once before to take over Rafe’s life, comes back and replaces him again and your hands are just completely clean? 40
Son, I give you my word. I did not bring back that vile man to town. Besides, we’re not even sure that that impostor was Feniger.
Well, if it walks like a duck…
[laughs]
[chuckles]
You know, you can lob baseless accusations at me until the end of time, Johnny, and I will never stop loving you. So blame whomever you want for what happened yesterday. And I will focus on making sure that things are good with Sophia’s mother.
And how do you intend to do that?
Oh, simple, really. With a do-over.
A do-over?
Yes. I’ll invite Amy Choi over for dinner. We will wine and dine her– with zero interruptions from Jada and Gabi this time. I will be my most charming self. And she will soon realize that you and Chanel are perfect parents for her grandchild.
That’s your idea of damage control, huh?
Precisely.
Thanks… but no, thanks.
Mama, what are you planning?
Ah. Oh, now, what are you giving me that look for? Don’t you trust me? Mm! All I did was call up Amy Choi and ask her to meet me for a drink.
And she agreed?
Yes, she did. Your mama’s the mayor, honey. Now, most people would be flattered by that invitation.
Oh, God. OK, well, when– when is this happening? 44
Mm, in 15 minutes. And the best part is, nary a DiMera will be in sight. We can hash this out woman-to-woman, mother-to-mother. I will get her to see how fortunate that baby will be to have you and Johnny as parents. I promise.
[sighs] Do you really think that that’ll work?
Mm-hmm. Yes, I do. You know, unless, of course, you–you just think I’m being extra.
[chuckles] Well, usually yes, but I think, right now, you’re–you’re perfect.
Mm. [chuckles]
Thank you, Mama.
[chuckles]
Of course I will support you. I just wanted to be sure that you’ve– that you’ve really thought this through. And clearly you have.
Thank you. That means a lot.
You know I’ve always got your back, always.
Tate?
Mrs. Choi… [chuckles] what–what are you doing here?
I should be asking you that question. We are in a bar, after all.
Yeah, it’s soda. And I know. I’m just–I’m here with my mother.
Hi. Hi. Hi there. I’m Theresa Donovan. You must be Sophia’s mother.
Mm.
OK.
Amy Choi. Nice to finally meet you. Most of my dealings have been with Tate’s father.
Yeah, well… [clears throat] I’ve been in California because my–my mother has been not so well.
Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. I know what it’s like to have a sick parent. Must have been difficult for you to deal with all that while you were in prison.
Damn it, Steve, you know, what gets me is, Jada’s a good person, good cop. She didn’t deserve being duped like this by EJ. [dramatic music]
I’m just grateful that she learned the truth before too much harm was done.
Yeah, but, Steve, believe me, when somebody goes through something like that, it lingers for a while. Sami was traumatized by the last time Rafe was replaced. And you know how tough she is. She tried to convince people she was getting on with her life. But she never forgot it, and… I sure as hell didn’t either. So EJ can pretend all the hell he wants that he’s reformed, but I know he is still the scum of the earth.
Well, I can’t argue with that. But listen. Now that Rafe is back home, we can all focus on making sure that EJ pays for what he did. With any luck, Belle will throw the book at him.
Am I missing something here? Because I thought you couldn’t stand the idea of EJ and I together. I thought you hated him.
I do hate him. I also don’t want to face the– the fallout from your sister. 52
OK, Well, then why are you pushing me on this? Mom, I’m not in denial about who EJ is. That’s why I ended things with him.
But you knew all the terrible things he did to your family before you got involved with him again.
Yes, you’re right. And I don’t condone or justify any of the things that EJ has done. I just think that time has a way of making you forget things or, worse, reframe them. But when I found out what he did to Ava and I saw the hell that he put Jada through, I mean, that is all the reminder that I needed. So EJ and I are done. And I have reassured Paulina I don’t need to recuse myself from this case because I will personally see to it that EJ faces justice for what he’s done.
I don’t understand. You don’t want to adopt Tate and Sophia’s baby?
Of course we do.
Then what’s the issue?
You, Dad. You. Look, Chanel and I are handling this, all right? And after what happened yesterday, I would appreciate it if you just stay out of it.
[clears throat] Johnny, wait. Son.
What?
[sighs] About Arnold Feniger. There’s something I haven’t told you.
Oh, I didn’t realize that you knew.
That you were a convicted felon? Yes, that’s quite obvious.
OK, I hadn’t intended to lie to you, you know. But that’s not normally something that I lead with when I first meet somebody.
I can understand that. 56
All right, well, now that you brought it up, why don’t we talk about it? I’ll tell you. I fell in with this really shady character, and he convinced me to do some really terrible things.
You don’t need to justify your sins to me. That’s between you and God.
Oh.
Does that surprise you? [laughs] I don’t know what Tate has said about me, but I don’t wake up in the mornings looking to judge everyone.
I literally never said that.
No, it’s OK. I can see why you’d think that. But I’m not gonna apologize for having high standards about who gets to adopt my grandchild. That’s why your past crimes don’t concern me, Ms. Donovan. EJ DiMera’s, however, very much do.
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I’m listening.
[clears throat] I’ve been thinking about our conversation yesterday after Mrs. Choi left. You said that if I was working with Feniger, I’d never see you again.
I know what I said. I meant it. That man raped my mother.
I know.
But we rarely have spoken about my role in what he did those years back. Samantha sleeping with Arnold, thinking that he was her husband?
That wasn’t part of the plan. I hadn’t thought it–
[chuckles] I hadn’t thought it through that much. And…[sighs] Hurting Samantha like that is one of the greatest regrets of my life.
Look, if you’re just– if you’re trying to gain sympathy or–or make yourself out to be a victim–
I’m not. I’m not. I’m not.
I just want you to know that I know what happened was horrific. My role in that was horrific.
Nobody deserves that, especially the mother of my children.
And I am very sorry and always will be.
[clears throat] I–I appreciate that. 62
Mm.
But if you’re looking for forgiveness, it’s not mine to give.
Hey.
Hey. You’re late.
I know. Sorry. I ran into my dad, and things got a little intense.
Well, what happened?
Well, we got to talking about that lunch. 63
Mm, I can’t imagine he apologized.
Of course not, no. It wasn’t his fault.
Yeah, nothing is ever his fault.
Yeah. He did apologize about something, though.
Yeah? Well, what?
His role in bringing Arnold to town all those years ago, the role that he had in what happened to my mom, intentional or not.
Hmm. It was the first time we really talked about it. And I don’t know, it was also the first time I ever felt like he had a conscience, you know, like–like he– he regretted what happened.
Mm. [dramatic music]
None of it matters anyway. If he had anything to do with Arnold this time, he’d be the biggest hypocrite in the world. 65
Well, look, I know that my mom thinks that your father’s lying about his role in Rafe’s kidnapping, but, well, what about you? Do you believe him?
[sighs] I don’t know. I mean, would my dad really work with somebody who hurt my mother? I want to believe that he wouldn’t. He denies that he has, that he– that he wouldn’t do that to me. Even put on this big show about wanting to fix things between us and Amy Choi.
Fix things? How?
Doesn’t matter. I shut him down.
Unless you–you want me to take him up on it.
No, no, no, no. Besides, we– we already have someone else looking out for us.
Who?
My mom said that she would make things right with Mrs. Choi.
I’m sorry I kept you waiting.
You didn’t. I just happened to be in the neighborhood.
Oh. [chuckles] Good, good. I’m–I’m so glad that we’re doing this. Well, have you looked at a menu? They have a lovely new bottle for the spring.
Actually, I would prefer we get down to business. I’m sure you wanted to discuss the incident at the DiMera mansion.
Fine. [sighs] Well, let’s roll up our sleeves now. I don’t like the way that we left things, you know, not just for us but for our children. Now, I don’t know about you, but I am confident that two God-fearing Christian women can solve this crisis, you know, and do what’s best for their families. [light music]
I couldn’t agree more.
How’s my favorite uncle doing?
Ho-ho! Theresa.
Mwah.
Oh, I was hoping you would come by today.
What? God, you are no fun. I wanted to surprise you. You knew I was back in town?
I was on the phone with your mom this morning. She gave me the good news. 70
About my release? I’m not really sure she’d consider that good news.
Well, I know you two have had your issues, but believe me, your mom could not shut up about how much she wants to see you.
That’s really nice to hear. [sighs] I really should go visit her in California. I haven’t seen my mother in so long. Both of my parents, actually.
Well, hold off on seeing your dad. From what I hear, he’s gonna have his hands full with two uninvited guests.
Huh.
Hey, Belle.
Hey, Steve. I am so grateful for what you’re doing for my dad.
OK. We’re gonna find him, Belle. I can promise you that.
OK. You made good time.
Yeah, well, I figured the sooner we get to the airport, the sooner we can strategize about how to get through to Shane.
Oh, does Brady know what’s going on?
He does. He does. In fact, he’s with Rachel, but he told me to get out there, get his dad, and bring him home.
OK. I’m gonna take these bags to the car. Bye-bye. [tender music]
I guess this is goodbye.
Well, give Shane hell. And come back soon.
Oh. I will. You know, I only gave you all that pressure because, you know, I just– I love you so much, and I– I want you to be happy.
I know that. And like I said, I am moving on.
Good. You know, you– you can’t move on without being completely honest, honest about what’s in your head and honest about what’s in your heart.
Oh, yeah? Well, which one of those usually wins out?
What’s in your heart, for better or for worse.
[dramatic music]
[keypad beeping] [device chirps]
[keypad beeps] [device chirps]
[sighs]
Well, you’re certainly right about one thing. I do want to stand up for you– but not because I don’t think you can handle yourself but because I care about you, Belle.
[clicks tongue] See? Sweet.
Also, I don’t like the idea of someone else giving you kisses on Valentine’s Day.
[gasps] Oh, no?
Mm.
Oh, well, who do you think it should be?
Oh, well, let me show you.
Mm.
Mm.
[chuckles]
So would you care to join me for a drink?
Lead the way.
Ho-ho-ho. No, no, no. After you, please.
[laughs]
[sighs]
Oh. [sighs]
You know, for Tate’s sake, I really hope Marlena can get what she needs out of my dad. Maybe if I call him, you know, get the wheels greased. 79
Well, tread carefully, all right? Steve thinks that what is needed here is a delicate touch. [light music]
I can be delicate.
Sure, you can. [laughter] Hey, Johnny.
Hey.
We got a family reunion here.
Hey, Grandpa. How’s it going? Theresa, hello.
Hi.
Is something on your mind there?
No. I just have to run, so… I will see you again really soon, OK?
OK. Well, I will hold you to that. But call your mom, for God’s sake.
Promise.
OK. [dramatic music]
See, when you break it down, we both want the same thing here. And that is for that baby to be raised by two loving, caring parents.
I have no doubt that your daughter is a lovely person, and your son-in-law seemed wonderful as well. [light music]
But?
But… I can’t consider letting them adopt Sophia’s baby if it means EJ DiMera is a part of its life.
Well, don’t you worry about it. I’ll make sure that he is completely out of the equation. [dramatic music]
Hm. The heart usually wins for better or worse, huh?
Belle, please just listen.
No. You know what? I’m done listening to you, EJ. You need to shut the hell up and listen to what I have to say now.
[sighs] Very well.
Yes. Despite whatever has been happening between us for the last few weeks, make no mistake, I will not hesitate for one second to prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law.
Worse. No, it’s time to think with my head instead. [doorbell rings] I ended things with EJ for a reason. I have to stay strong, and I cannot go back on that…
Now.
Johnny, so what can I do for you?
Well, Chanel and I were hoping that we could get some burgers to go.
Sure, as long as your dad doesn’t get any.
I understand.
I reserve the right to refuse service to anybody. And I’m sorry, son, but I got to– I got to draw the line at your old man, especially after what he did to Rafe and Jada.
I hear you, OK? What happened to them was terrible. But I talked to my dad, OK? I talked to him about what went down the last time he brought Feniger to town. And he said it still haunts him to this day and that he never would have followed through with it if he knew that Arnold would have violated my mom like that.
Johnny, that is total BS, all right? That didn’t stop him from doing the same damn exact thing that Feniger did.
Whoa, whoa. It’s–the same exact thing? What–what are you talking about?
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Days Update Thursday, March 13, 2025
Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Theresa sits at Small Bar with Tate, having a mocktail. Tate comments on it looking like a real drink which is triggering considering her and Brady’s history. Theresa apologizes and assures that she is committed to her sobriety, especially now that she’s out of prison and free. Theresa declares that she wants her life back and won’t do anything to jeopardize that. Theresa assumes Tate stays away from alcohol which he confirms. Theresa questions Tate being sober then when he knocked up Sophia.
Marlena is at home, on the phone with Steve and says they can get on the road whenever he’s ready. Belle comes home and questions where Marlena is going. Marlena responds that she’s going to find John.
Chanel finds Paulina in the town square. Paulina says she just wanted to see how she was doing after the lunch from Hell with the DiMeras and Amy Choi. Paulina comments on how terrible she feels about how that went down. Chanel says she has nothing to apologize for. Paulina responds that there is one person who owes her an apology and that’s EJ.
EJ stands in the living room of the DiMera Mansion with a syringe. EJ looks to the portrait of Stefano and says he would never hesitate. EJ declares that Rachel Blake is the only one who can implicate him in Rafe’s kidnapping, so once he makes her forget, this will all be over even if Kristen never forgives him for it. EJ states that he knows what needs to be done, right as Johnny walks in questioning what that would be and what he’s up to this time.
Paulina blames EJ for ruining the lunch with Sophia’s mother. Chanel complains that Amy didn’t get to know any of them since she and Johnny were too busy pretending. Paulina insists they are good people and would be excellent parents. Paulina says she won’t let EJ stop them from adopting the baby and reveals that she has a plan to fix this that’s already in motion.
Tate tells Theresa that he was sober when he got Sophia pregnant. Theresa remarks that it seems strange that he would be so careless. Tate assures that they were responsible and used protection but no birth control is 100% effective. Theresa guesses he had to learn the hard way. Theresa is grateful that he was responsible about sex, but now he’s going to have to be responsible for Sophia and the baby. Tate talks about their plans to find a couple to adopt. Theresa questions if he’s sure that’s the right thing to do.
Marlena explains to Belle that Shane has stopped returning her phone calls and she understands where John is has to be kept confidential. Marlena says she and Steve feel the best way to get answers is to go to DC to confront Shane, so he’ll be forced to tell them about John’s last location. Belle asks what happens next. Marlena declares that she will find John and bring him home. Marlena calls John the love of her life and thinks Belle would do the same for the love of her life.
Johnny tells EJ that he’s sorry to interrupt his little chat with Stefano. EJ says he’s not the only one who still seeks his guidance. Johnny worries that it’s never a good sign and usually it’s when someone is trying to get something terrible off their chest or looking for approval to do something terrible. Johnny asks what exactly EJ is doing. EJ claims it’s damage control and declares that he’s going to make their family’s problems disappear.
Steve goes to the Brady Pub where Roman greets him and says it’s been awhile. Steve says he’s had on a lot on his plate and reveals that he has a flight to catch because he and Marlena are going to DC to see Shane. Roman guesses there’s still no answers about John. Steve explains that Marlena thinks it would be harder for Shane to stonewall her in person. Roman offers to go with them as backup, insisting that Kate can hold down the Pub. Roman knows Shane is following protocol but he needs to be reminded how much John stuck his neck out for the ISA. Steve says he would normally agree but thinks this time they need a softer approach and appeal to his humanity rather than all three of them storming in. Roman agrees that he’s probably right. Steve tells Roman that there is something he can do for him.
Tate asks Theresa not to do this again. Theresa questions if adoption is really the right decision, asking what if the baby grows up with abandonment issues or the parents are monsters. Tate argues that thousands of babies are adopted every year and most end up fine. Theresa says they can never be sure. Tate gets that adoption is a triggering concept for Shane’s side of the family, but says she can’t put that all on him or the people who want to be parents as it’s unfair. Theresa comments on him being level headed unlike she and Brady. Tate reveals that Johnny and Chanel were the ones who wanted to adopt the baby but the DiMeras didn’t make the best impression on Sophia’s mother which is the snag they’ve hit. Theresa thinks it’s a little close to home since Johnny is his cousin. Tate talks about Johnny and Chanel being the only ones close to meeting Amy’s standards but he’s starting to think Amy will make it impossible because she only wants he and Sophia raising the baby. Theresa asks if that’s a non-starter for him. Tate argues that they aren’t even a couple. Theresa points out that she and Brady co-parented just fine. Tate argues that they were adults while he and Sophia are just too young and they want to go to college next year. Theresa says she just wants that for him but there are no straight lines in life. Theresa says she and the family can all step up together. Tate stops her and says he can’t deal with pushback from her in addition to Sophia’s mom. Tate asks Theresa to support their decision.
Belle jokes with Marlena that she’ll let her know when she finds out who the love of her life is. Marlena says she didn’t mean anything by that. Belle apologizes for focusing on herself. Marlena says she worries about her and notes that she has time before her flight to catch up. Belle says it’s stupid but Marlena says she will judge that and asks if it’s her divorce. Belle says it’s about what’s next as she always thought Shawn was the love of her life. Marlena says she’s so sorry. Belle thinks it’s good that they’ve got to this place as they tried for so many years to work things out while now she gets to figure out who she is without Shawn. Belle says if she doesn’t find the epic kind of love that John and Marlena had, that’s okay as not everybody gets that. Belle suggests maybe she doesn’t have a love of her life, so Marlena asks if they are ruling out EJ.
Johnny tells EJ that he’s learned to expect the worst from him, so he asks what problem he’s making disappear. EJ claims it’s the situation with Amy Choi as he hides the syringe in his pocket. EJ says he’s going to convince her that she has the wrong idea about their family. Johnny tells him not to waste his time because there’s no way Amy is going to let them adopt the baby after what happened. EJ blames Gabi and Jada while Johnny argues that it was EJ’s fault because it’s obvious that he hired Arnold to come to town to replace Rafe. EJ insists he had nothing to do with that. Johnny declares that if EJ respects him, he’ll admit it. Johnny says he needs to know how he could get involved with Arnold after what he did to Sami.
Steve asks Roman to keep an eye on Kayla for him since the hospital bankruptcy has been weighing on her and he told her that he’d help with the hospital fundraiser but now he’s leaving town. Roman agrees to do that along with keeping an eye on Black Patch while he’s gone. Steve thanks him and admits Black Patch has seen better days since John is missing and now Rafe is still recovering from his ordeal. Roman complains that he could wring EJ’s neck for pulling that stunt again.
Belle asks Marlena why she would bring up EJ right now. Marlena reminds her that she walked in on them. Belle insists that she and EJ are through and she made that clear to him. Marlena questions if she made that clear with herself.
EJ tells Johnny that he had nothing to do with Arnold coming back to town. Johnny complains that he doesn’t respect him and questions EJ’s hands being clean. EJ repeats that he had nothing to do with bringing Arnold to town and points out that they don’t even know that it was Arnold. EJ tells Johnny that he can throw baseless accusations at him but he will never stop loving him. EJ says Johnny can blame whoever he wants while he will focus on Amy with a do over which Johnny questions. EJ explains that they will wine and dine her with zero interruption from Jada and Gabi this time. EJ says he will be his most charming self and Amy will realize that Johnny and Chanel are the perfect parents for her grandchild. Johnny questions that being EJ’s idea of damage control and tells him thanks, but no thanks.
Chanel questions what Paulina is planning. Paulina asks if she trusts her and says all she did was ask Amy to meet her for a drink which she agreed to. Paulina reveals they are meeting in 15 minutes and there will be no DiMera in sight so they can hash this out mother to mother. Paulina promises to get Amy to see that Johnny and Chanel would be wonderful parents. Chanel questions thinking this will work and thanks her as they hug.
Theresa assures Tate that she will support him, but she wanted to be sure that he’s really thought this through and he clearly has. Tate thanks her and says it means a lot. Theresa says she always has his back as Amy arrives and greets Tate. Tate questions what she’s doing there. Amy responds that she should be asking him that since they are in a bar. Tate introduces Amy to his mother, Theresa. Amy says it’s nice to finally meet her since most of her dealings have been with Tate’s father. Theresa explains that she’s been in California with her sick mother. Amy remarks that it must have been difficult to deal with that while she was in prison.
Roman tells Steve that what gets him is that Jada is a good person and cop that didn’t deserve to be duped like this by EJ. Steve is just grateful that she learned the truth before too much damage was done. Roman worries that it lingers and compares it to Sami being traumatized the last time that Rafe was replaced and they never forgot it. Roman argues that EJ can pretend to be reformed but he’s still the scum of the earth. Steve says now that Rafe is back home, they can all focus on making sure EJ pays for what he did. Steve hopes that Belle will throw the book at him.
Belle asks Marlena if she’s missing something because she thought Marlena couldn’t stand the idea of her and EJ together and that she hated EJ. Marlena assures that she does hate EJ and worries about the blow back from Sami, so Belle questions why she’s pushing her on this. Marlena argues that Belle knew the terrible things EJ had done to her family before getting involved with him again. Belle says she doesn’t justify any of the things that EJ has done but time has a way of making you forget things. Belle adds that when she found out what he did to Ava and saw the hell that he put Jada through, it was a reminder. Belle declares that she and EJ are done and that she has reassured Paulina that she will make sure EJ faces justice for what he has done.
EJ questions what the issue is. Johnny says it’s him. Johnny says he and Chanel are handling this so he’d appreciate if EJ just stayed out of it. EJ then stops Johnny and admits there’s something he hasn’t told him about Arnold Feniger.
Theresa didn’t realize that Amy knew that she was a convicted felon and says she didn’t intend to lie to her but she doesn’t lead with that when she first meets someone. Theresa explains that she fell in with a shady character who convinced her to do terrible things. Amy says she doesn’t need to confess her sins to her as it’s between her and God. Amy insists that she doesn’t wake up intending to judge everyone but she can see why they would think that. Amy says she just has high standards when it comes to who adopts the baby and remarks that Theresa’s past crimes don’t bother her, but EJ’s very much do.
Johnny tells EJ that he’s listening. EJ says he’s been thinking about their conversation after Amy left where Johnny said if he was involved with Arnold, he’d never see him again. Johnny insists that he meant it because Arnold raped his mother. EJ acknowledges they have rarely spoken about his role in that happening all those years ago. EJ says that Arnold sleeping with Sami wasn’t part of the plan and admits he hadn’t thought it through that much. EJ calls hurting Sami like that one of the greatest regrets of his life. Johnny questions if he’s trying to gain sympathy. EJ says he’s not and he just wants him to know that what happened was horrific. EJ remarks that nobody deserves that, especially the mother of his children so he is very sorry and always will be. Johnny appreciates that but says if he’s looking for forgiveness, it’s not his to give. Johnny then exits.
Johnny joins Chanel in the town square and tells her that he ran in to EJ and things got a little intense. Chanel asks what happened. Johnny says they got to talking about the lunch which EJ said wasn’t his fault, but he did apologize for his role in bringing Arnold to town all those years ago and what happened to Sami. Johnny notes that was the first time they really talked about it and the first time he ever really felt like EJ had a conscience and regretted what happened. Johnny declares that none of it really matters because if he had anything to do with Arnold this time, he’d be the biggest hypocrite in the world. Chanel asks if Johnny believes him. Johnny doesn’t know and questions if he would really work with someone who hurt his mother. Johnny adds that EJ made this big deal about wanting to fix things with Amy Choi but he shut it down. Chanel informs him that they already have someone else looking out for them as Paulina said she would make things right with Amy.
Paulina meets Amy at Small Bar and apologizes for keeping her waiting. Amy says she was in the neighborhood. Paulina asks about ordering drinks but Amy wants to get to business as she’s sure she wants to talk about the lunch at the DiMeras. Paulina admits she doesn’t like how they left things and she thinks as two Christian women, they can overcome the crisis and do what’s best for their families. Amy says she couldn’t agree more.
Theresa goes to the Brady Pub to surprise Roman. Roman hugs her and says he was hoping she’d come by today. Theresa questions him knowing she was back in town. Roman informs her that he was on the phone with her mom this morning and she shared the good news. Theresa says she should visit her mother in California as she hasn’t seen either of her parents in so long. Roman tells her that her dad Shane is going to have his hands full with two uninvited guests.
Steve goes to get Marlena. Belle hugs him and says she’s so grateful for what he’s doing for John. Steve promises they will find him. Steve figured they can strategize at the airport about how to get through to Shane. Belle asks if Brady knows what’s going on. Marlena confirms that he does and that he’s with Rachel, but he said to find his dad and bring him home. Steve takes their bags to the car. Marlena guesses this is goodbye. Belle tells her to give Shane hell and come back soon as they hug. Marlena tells Belle that she only gave her all that pressure because she loves her so much and wants her to be happy. Belle assures that she is moving on. Marlena notes that she can’t move on without being completely honest about what’s in her head and heart. Marlena says what’s in her heart usually wins for better or worse. Marlena then exits.
EJ remains in the living room and pulls out the syringe again. EJ looks to the portrait of Stefano and then decides to put the syringe back in the safe. EJ pours a drink and thinks back to being with Belle on Valentine’s Day.
Theresa tells Roman that she hopes Marlena can get what she needs out of Shane for Tate’s sake. Theresa offers to call Shane. Roman says that Steve thinks they need a delicate touch. Johnny arrives, so Roman calls it a family reunion. Johnny asks if there’s something on Theresa’s mind. Theresa says she just has to run and tells Roman she will see him again soon as they hug. Theresa promises to call her mom as she quickly exits the Pub.
Paulina tells Amy that both want the same thing in the baby being raised by loving parents. Amy says she has no doubt about Chanel and Johnny, but she can’t consider letting them adopt the baby if it means EJ DiMera is part of the baby’s life. Paulina declares that she’ll make sure EJ is completely out of the equation.
Belle sits at home, reading Leo’s article on the DiMeras in the Spectator. Belle remarks that the heart usually wins for better or worse and thinks back to ending things with EJ. Belle declares that it’s time to think with her head instead because she ended things with EJ for a reason, so she has to stay strong and cannot go back on that now. EJ then shows up at her door.
Roman asks Johnny what he can do for him. Johnny says he and Chanel were hoping to get burgers to go. Roman says sure as long as EJ doesn’t get any. Roman states that he reserves the right to refuse service to anybody and he draws the line at EJ after what he did to Rafe and Jada. Johnny says what happened to them was terrible but he talked to EJ, who said bringing Arnold to town the first time still haunts him to this day and that he never wanted Sami hurt like that. Roman calls that total BS and declares that it didn’t stop EJ from doing the same exact thing that Arnold did. Johnny questions what he is talking about.
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Days Update Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Maggie goes to the hospital with lemon bars, hoping it will boost morale as she talks to Sarah about everyone being worried about the hospital closing. Maggie mentions hearing that Xander hired Alex back at Titan. Sarah confirms today is Alex’s first day back. Maggie says she’s very happy as she knows Victor would love hearing that Alex has returned to the business. Sarah says unless it ends in disaster. Maggie questions what she means. Sarah flashes back to talking to Stephanie about Xander and Philip actually getting along like brothers and agreeing to keep Philip’s secret for the greater good. Maggie then asks Sarah what makes her think that Alex working at Titan is a bad idea.
Joy goes to the Brady Pub and runs in to Stephanie, who flashes back to hearing Sarah talking about Joy’s pregnancy test at the hospital. Joy asks if something is on her mind. Stephanie says she wanted to see how her first day went at Titan. Joy says it was good and mostly paper work, then Philip sent her home since he didn’t need her to stick around as he, Xander, and Alex were headed to the Kiriakis Mansion for some top secret meeting.
Alex, Xander, and Philip meet at the Kiriakis Mansion. Xander welcomes Alex back to Titan and says the family is always stronger together as they toast a drink. Alex says he’d like to think this is about celebrating his first day, but he knows something is up because Xander wouldn’t insist on an off sight meeting unless he had something planned. Xander then reveals to Alex that they are taking over DiMera.
Leo works on his article on the DiMeras for the Spectator in his room at the Salem Inn as Javi talks to him about being a respectable journalist. Javi informs Leo that Gabi called him when he was on his way over and they know EJ was behind Rafe’s kidnapping, but it sounds like he will probably get away with everything.
Felicity does homework at home with her headphones on as there’s a knock at the door. Cat calls out to her to answer the door but she doesn’t hear her, so Cat comes out of the shower and answers the door in a towel to see Chad, who asks if it’s a bad time or if he’s early. Cat explains that she is late as she lost track of time. Chad decides he’ll just hang out with Felicity while Cat goes to get dressed. Felicity remarks to Chad that Cat likes him.
Leo asks Javi how EJ is not implicated by Rafe remembering seeing Arnold at the DiMera Mansion. Javi says that they could say Arnold broke in, so unless Rafe gets all of his memories back, EJ will probably get away with it. Javi encourages Leo to use his article to pressure Belle against EJ. Leo asks if Rafe would be willing to go on record. Javi responds that Rafe would do anything to take down EJ.
Alex questions Xander wanting to take over DiMera. Philip insists it’s their moment to strike. Alex argues that it won’t happen without the support of the family but Xander reveals they got Wei Shin on their side as he sees the writing on the wall and the timing will never get better than this. Philip declares it’s now or never and asks what Alex thinks. Alex thinks it’s a hell of a swing and incredibly risky, but something tells him that Victor would approve so he can’t disagree with the best there ever was. Alex then toasts to bringing down the DiMeras.
Stephanie tells Joy that a top secret meeting is news to her and comments on her and Alex being co-workers again. Joy jokes that they aren’t jumping in bed together and pretending to make out anymore. They talk about not wanting things to be awkward between them. Joy tells Stephanie that she’s really happy for her and Alex. Joy adds that any relationship between her and Alex is in the past but Stephanie responds that they know that’s not true if Joy is pregnant with his baby. Joy sits down and questions what she said. Stephanie tells her to forget it but Joy says it’s too late for that and asks why she would think she’s pregnant. Stephanie admits she was doing work at the hospital and overheard Sarah talking about her pregnancy test, so she was at the wrong place at the wrong time. Joy comments on her luck lately and guesses she told Alex but Stephanie says it wasn’t her place to violate her privacy like that. Stephanie admits it’s all she’s been thinking about since yesterday. Stephanie then asks Joy if she’s pregnant or not.
Xander calls it an honor to go in to battle with Philip and Alex. Philip declares that he should first clear the air with Alex. Philip knows there was friction between them when he first got back to town. Alex admits he was a little jealous about him being with Stephanie, but they are all good now. Alex warns Philip to stop trying to win her back. Philip assures he won’t have to worry about that and thinks back to Stephanie complaining about Philip’s lie and breaking up with him. Philip tells Alex that Stephanie made it clear that what they had was over for good.
Sarah tells Maggie that she’s sure Alex will be great but he used to be CEO and now he has to report to Xander and Philip, so she doesn’t want any conflict. Maggie says that was a long time ago and Alex had a whole new career since then. Sarah assures that Xander doesn’t blame Alex and knows he was fooled by Theresa like everyone. Maggie doesn’t know how Theresa could be so cruel to someone she cared about. Sarah guesses Theresa just thought her secret would never come out. Maggie says she’d be an idiot then because secrets like that always come out.
Javi finishes a call with Rafe and says they got all they need. Leo is excited to add Rafe’s interview to his article but says he’s pretty sure the DiMeras will come after him after they read it. Javi jokes that he’ll be his bodyguard and removes his shirt for Leo.
Chad questions Felicity about Cat liking him. Felicity responds that Cat told her that he can’t like her back. Chad says that’s because of what she had to do to save her mom and he was pretty angry at first but he’s come to understand why she did it. Felicity asks if they can be together now then as Cat comes back in to the room and asks what she missed. Chad responds that Felicity was just telling him that Cat kind of likes him and he was saying that he understands better that she did what she did to save her mom, so he might could like her too. Cat wishes Felicity hadn’t talked to Chad about that but Chad says he’s glad she did. Cat reminds Felicity that she told her she was over her silly crush on Chad and that they are just friends now. Felicity insists they could be such a good couple. Cat calls her funny and tells Felicity to go continue her homework in her room while she and Chad work on the hospital fundraiser.
Leo and Javi are interrupted by room service. Leo brings it in, expecting fried chicken but instead finds a long receipt on the plate and realizes the Salem Inn called in his tab.
Alex still can’t believe they got Wei Shin to agree to the DiMera takeover and asks if they are sure they can trust him. Xander believes they can, pointing out that Philip reminded him of how Gabi ruined Li’s life and EJ sullied his memory. Alex brings up how a couple months ago Philip and Xander were at each others’ throats and jokes that they could’ve saved them all a lot of trouble if they knew they’d make such a good team. Philip decides to call it a day and they can regroup in the morning. Alex tells them to have a great one and exits. Xander questions Philip pumping the brakes on their nice family moment and asks if he doesn’t trust Alex. Philip responds that he’s more concerned with Alex trusting him because he’s worried about what Stephanie might say about him behind his back.
Stephanie understands if Joy doesn’t want to answer her question since it’s none of her business. Joy responds that there is no answer yet as she hasn’t gotten her pregnancy test results back yet. Stephanie asks if she’s sure the baby is Alex’s. Joy assures that Alex is the only person she’s been with lately. Stephanie apologizes and says she just wanted to be sure. Joy gets that they are finally together and her being pregnant could ruin their happily ever after. Stephanie says she’s just anxious and feels Joy will feel better when she gets the test results back as it could still be negative. Joy pulls out her phone and says there’s only one way to find out.
Maggie tells Sarah that she will donate to the hospital fund as they hug and Maggie then exits. Sarah then gets a call from Joy and asks how she’s feeling. Joy responds that she’s physically much better but not so much emotionally and asks if her results came in yet. Sarah checks and finds out they just came in a few minutes ago. Joy asks if she can come look at them, so Sarah says she will see her soon. Joy informs Stephanie that the results are in. Stephanie asks if Joy will tell Alex if it’s positive. Joy admits she hasn’t thought that far ahead but guesses it would be too messy to ask Stephanie to keep it from him. Stephanie says it’s Joy’s life so she doesn’t need to factor her in. Joy says she will stop by and talk to Alex afterwards, regardless of the result. Joy then asks Stephanie to catch Alex up to speed for her as she exits the Pub.
Cat and Chad talk about an auction for the hospital fundraiser. Cat mentions ordering carnival games including the dunk tank. Chad brings up the bachelor auction idea. Cat says she would love it, especially if Chad signed up and insists people would pay a lot of money. Cat insists it’s for a good cause and in good fun, so Chad reluctantly agrees on the condition that Cat also sign up.
Javi questions Leo’s bill and how much he spent this week. Leo explains it’s all his unpaid bills since Body and Soul axed him which Javi says was weeks ago. Leo calls it bad debt. Javi questions when he plans on paying it and if he can. Leo says it would drain his entire life savings. Javi thinks it’s a little extravagant to live in a hotel. Leo talks about how he likes living there. Javi suggests finding a new place to live. Leo questions where he’s going to go. Javi responds that he could move in with him.
Xander asks Philip what he’s worried that Stephanie might say about him. Philip says she’s an ex and they didn’t end on good terms, so she could say any number of things. Xander talks about Sarah being close with Stephanie and how she doesn’t seem like the type to hold a grudge. Xander advises Philip to not be looking for problems where there aren’t any. Xander then remarks that if their plans go up in flames, it won’t be because of Stephanie.
Alex goes to see Stephanie, who says she was just thinking of him and asks how his first day went. Alex responds that it was actually fantastic and that Philip and Xander were both very welcoming to him. Stephanie asks how the secret meeting went. Alex asks how she knew. She mentions running in to Joy earlier. Alex says he can’t talk too much about it but that Titan has some very ambitious plans that he’s very excited about. Stephanie says she’s really happy for him. Alex credits her for the idea of going back to Titan, so he wants to take her out to dinner to properly thank her. Stephanie tells Alex that she needs to talk to him about something pretty serious so he asks what’s going on. Stephanie then informs Alex that Joy might be pregnant with his baby.
Joy goes to the hospital where Sarah says she will take her to her office to read her test results together, but Sarah gets a text that there’s an emergency downstairs and doesn’t know how long she will be. Sarah then hands Joy the test results and tells her not to hesitate if she has any questions as she’s there for her. Sarah exits as Joy opens the test results.
Cat mocks the idea of auctioning off a date with her, feeling she won’t bring in any money. Chad insists that she will, pointing out that she’s smart, beautiful, and single. Cat then reluctantly agrees to add her name to the list.
Leo questions Javi wanting them to live together, thinking it’s a little soon. Javi asks what other choice he has. Leo argues that it wouldn’t be his call since he lives with Rafe and Gabi, reminding him that Gabi hates him. Javi says he wouldn’t be sharing a room with her but Leo points out that they would be sharing a kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Javi says his cousins tell him their house is his house, so it’s time for them to put their money where their mouth is because this is important to him. Javi tells Leo that he’s serious about this but he doesn’t want to pressure him so he won’t be offended if he thinks it’s too fast. Leo points out that they’ve only been dating for a month or so. Javi argues they’ve known each other longer, so he asks what Leo says.
Xander gets a text from Wei Shin that he is presenting their plan to his associates later today and he will keep them posted. Philip excitedly talks about this really happening but stops when Maggie comes in. Maggie says not to mind her as she’s not interested in their secret business plans. Xander tells her that she’s welcome to sit in since she’s still part of the company. Maggie thanks him but says she stepped back to give them a chance to take the reins. Maggie thinks it’s wonderful to see them working side by side. Maggie says she’s very proud of them both and thinks Victor would be too.
Alex can’t believe this is happening. Stephanie apologizes for not saying anything sooner as she didn’t think it was her place. Alex doesn’t blame her and is sorry she’s in this position at all. Alex calls it a lot to think about. Stephanie says they didn’t talk about what would happen if Joy is pregnant as far as keeping the baby since that’s a discussion for them. Alex says this affects her too. Stephanie says not to worry about her. Alex assures that no matter what happens, he is committed to Stephanie and nothing is going to change that. Alex says he’ll do whatever they both need but it doesn’t change the fact that Stephanie is the person he wants to be with. Alex promises that he won’t let anything else come between them. Joy then shows up at the door. Stephanie informs her that she told Alex everything. Alex tells Joy that he’s sorry. Stephanie asks if she got the results back. Joy confirms she did, so Alex asks if she’s pregnant.
Cat tells Chad that they have a few more things to cover and then they will be finished. They jokingly argue over including clowns in their carnival idea. Felicity comes back in as Chad and Cat laugh together. Cat apologizes if they were being loud and promises to be quiet. Felicity comments that they are so happy together that they should be boyfriend and girlfriend.
Javi asks if Leo wants to move in with him. Leo says yes but calls it a trial run because he doesn’t it to preclude them from moving in together at a later time and he wants them to work out. Javi offers to help Leo pack. Leo says he has something to take care of first as they get in bed together.
Maggie mentions heading upstairs to Victoria. Xander offers to go with her as Sarah comes in. Xander notes her being home early. Sarah says she’ll join them upstairs but needs a minute to catch her breath. Sarah notes that they were understaffed but they saved some lives. Xander and Maggie then head upstairs. Philip tells Sarah that the hospital is lucky to have her. Sarah asks how things went with Alex. Philip says really well actually, but it will all come crashing down if Stephanie decides to tell him that he forged Victor’s letter. Sarah tells him not to worry about that because she and Alex are finally happy and she wouldn’t want anything to get in the way of that…
Alex asks Joy what the test results said. Joy calls it a false alarm and announces she’s not pregnant, remarking that they really dodged a bullet there. Joy says if she was pregnant, it’d be a burden on all of them and nobody wanted that. Joy decides there’s nothing left to say. Stephanie asks if she’s sure she’s alright and invites her to stay if she wants company. Joy says she’s been third wheel long enough that it’s time for a clean break. Joy thanks them and exits. Alex breathes a sigh of relief and hugs Stephanie. Outside the apartment, Joy looks at her test results which reveal that the pregnancy test was actually positive.
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GH Transcript Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Chase: Things must be going a lot better with you and Lulu. Uh, yeah. Why do you say that? By the way you were hitting the bag. Either you and Lulu worked everything out, or you’re getting soft because that bag wasn’t doing a lot of moving. That’s rich coming from the guy who’s more likely to knock himself out with his right hook than anyone else. Hilarious. But seriously, though, something’s changed with you and Lulu, hasn’t it? Yeah. You know, we, uh — we talked. And? I can’t tell you how long I have been a fan of your work, Mr. Beckett. I appreciate that, but I’d appreciate it even more if you called me Geoffrey. [ Laughs ] Okay, Geoffrey, when I read your moving piece about trekking through the archipelagos of Tierra del Fuego, it took my breath away. I have never read anything like it. That was in the Explorer’s Journal? It was, it was. And I know nothing about being a wildlife journalist, I’m not exactly a nature girl, but your work makes me wish I were. It was really a trip of a lifetime. And in my passion lies with exploring nature’s untouched, unspoiled places. And the Crimson Nature and Travel series is exactly where you should share it. I completely agree. I feel so lucky to have someone of your caliber involved. And, if I may say, for a man of the wild, you clean up very nicely. Ready? Okay, come on. I was willing to sit in a wheelchair while you, you know, pushed me from the GH doors to the car, but — You weren’t “willing” I had to force you. Turn around. That’s because you have a reputation to uphold and you couldn’t be seen breaking protocol at the hospital where you work. Good, you were listening. Yes, I was. And we’re not at the hospital now, so there’s no way I’m gonna let this become some kind of “Walking Miss Daisy” kind of thing. You were discharged on the condition that you would be watched for 24 more hours. And since Kevin and Laura are working, you’re stuck with me. So buckle up, Miss Daisy. Wow. It’s gonna be like that, huh? Okay, well, on the bright side, my own private nurse, 24-hour care. Yeah. Okay. Yeah, I guess it’s okay. “Okay.” It’s just “okay”? Really? [ Doorbell rings ] Huh. Hi. Hi. Hey. So, how’s the hero? “Congressman Drew Quartermaine once hailed as a man of the people, is earning a new nickname — Congressman Cutthroat, after waging a ruthless war against his own family, specifically Tracy Quartermaine, beloved socialite and philanthropist. Insiders claim the congressman has used his political influence to force a relocation of the family mausoleum, and the potential exhumation of generations of esteemed members of the Quartermaine family. The drama reached its peak last evening when the congressman had Miss Quartermaine arrested, leaving many to wonder just how far Congressman Cutthroat will go in his quest for revenge.” What the hell was he thinking? And how do we protect Scout from it? I don’t expect my press conference to go more than 30 minutes, but then there’s always a lot of questions afterwards, you know? Well, that’s no problem. Aurora Media will cover every word. Oh, wonderful. It’s nice to have one less thing to worry about. By the way… You were behind this, weren’t you? Yeah. Way to go. [ Both laugh ] I didn’t expect to see you. How did you know I was working this floor today? Oh, I asked around. Nothing was gonna stop me from bringing flowers to the most beautiful woman, inside and out. They’re — They’re lovely. Let’s go to the break room and get them in some water. Willow. Did that Invader article get to you? Like, are you embarrassed to be seen with me? Please, please tell me you’ve done your research. Uh, yes I have. Tell me you found a way for me to get out of this whole situation with Drew without losing my career or my marriage. Or is it as bad as I think it is? It’s worse. Much worse.
I am sorry to just barge in like this, but I wanted to check on you and I wanted to say thank you to both of you, actually. For what? Cyrus. I mean, he tried to kill Michael in the hospital. You know, he did kill Sam and Dex, and you guys figured it out, and you brought him to justice. Well, we had a lot of help. I’m just relieved that everything worked out. And, I mean, there’s more than a couple moments where I thought that he would get away with it. But he didn’t, and that’s all that matters. So. All right. What are you gonna do now that you’re home finally? I… I don’t have any plans except to dig into this beautiful basket that you brought over. Okay, well, I’m gonna go so you guys can — Yeah, get into the basket. Well, thank you for coming over and the basket. Bye. Now, um… Where were we? I appreciate that compliment. I guess that means this is working? Yes. Very nicely. Please sit down. I know that you’re here for fitting in a photo shoot, but I’m glad that we found some time to meet before you got started. Oh, when my agent called and told me about Crimson, I was more than a little surprised. I don’t get too many calls from fashion magazines. Or any, actually. Well, I’m happy to be your first, then. You know, our focus testing has consistently shown that our readers are extremely interested in travel and nature, and so Crimson is branching out to satisfy their interests. That’s why your magazine is the leading and most influential fashion and lifestyle publication in the world. I didn’t just know that, I looked it up on the internet. Well, since we’re being honest, I did a little research on your next trip online, too. You were doing a month hiking on the Lycian Way? Yeah. I am excited to check Turkey off my bucket list. Yeah. I mean, don’t you ever get worried about getting hurt on one of your hikes? You’re out there all alone. Yeah, but before I was a wildlife journalist, I was an ER doc, so I feel like I can handle almost anything. Yeah. Well, how does your wife or partner feel about you being gone for such long periods of time? No wife, no partner. So you’re single? For the moment. Oh! You have someone special waiting in the wings then? No. I have this feeling I’m gonna meet someone special soon. And I’ve learned to trust my feelings. Well, in that case. Do you mind if I do a little adjusting before you get your headshot taken? You just never know when that someone special is going to see your photo. [ Chuckles ] Just loosen this up a little. Right? Nina: [ Clears throat ]
Of course DeWitt wrote that. That seedy little warm would write anything to get clicks. I remember his work all too well. Remember Blaze, me, and the recordings that he wrote about? I hate to admit it, but The Invader is a better fit for him. I guess Drew does deserve this. I’ll never forgive him for coming between Michael and Willow. Even if Drew does deserve this, Scout doesn’t. You know how kids are. If one of the kids at school finds out and says something to her, she’s gonna be devastated. Yeah, she’s way too young to deal with all this. DeWitt would sooner die than — than take a call from me. So there’s not gonna be a retraction. There’s got to be something else I can do to protect Scout. I couldn’t care less about that article. The Invader is nothing but lies. And that article is no exception. Well, then what is it? It just feels like all eyes are on us right now. So I’m just trying to keep a low profile and focus on work. But it has nothing to do with my feelings for you, I promise. I believe you. I just don’t think we should do anything extra to draw attention to ourselves. Yeah, I probably should have thought this through a little bit more. I mean, my office has been bombarded by calls all morning, so maybe it wasn’t the best day for me to bring you flowers. Do you know who’s behind that article? No, but I have my suspicions. What could be worse than losing my husband and losing my job? If you had just altered test results, odds are you would have just lost your job. But these test results are tied to Heather Weber’s criminal trial. And that means there’d be a very real possibility that you could face jail time. Jail time? Where did jail time come from? Look, look, look. You could be charged with obstruction of justice, tampering with evidence, fraud, criminal negligence. No, Rick, I can’t. This can’t happen. Please. [ Stammers ] Doctor. Doctor. Dr. Robinson, listen to me. If we had not found that outlier exam, Heather Webber would have remained in prison wrongfully. This is a very serious situation. What do I do? [ Sighs ] Keep playing by Drew’s rules. And make sure he never tells anyone what you did. It’s too late for that. Drew is gonna expose me. He’s gonna expose me today. It’s kind of a long story, but Lulu and I both ended up babysitting Bailey Lou together. That’s a lot of babysitting firepower for Bailey Lou. Yeah, it wasn’t planned. It just kind of happened. And I don’t know. I don’t know what it was. Maybe just being back in that house together, we both let our guards down and we had the first talk, real talk we’ve had since she woke up. That’s great. Yeah. Hard to explain, man. But it’s the first time I felt like we’ve been in sync. Just had an honest conversation about Rocco, Charlotte, Brook Lynn. What about Brook Lynn? Well, nothing bad, it’s just I’ve been defending Brook Lynn to Lulu. That makes Lulu feel like I’m picking a side and it’s not hers, and I just got to stop doing that. I guess I could see that. It’s kind of surprising, though. I never thought all the animosity between Brook Lynn and Lu would still be there after Lulu woke up. I know that’s what I’m thinking. Like four years, you think would be enough for them to get past it, but it’s not. And I just got to be okay with that and let Lulu be Lulu. Well, did something happen that made you want to cut Lulu some slack? No. No, I just kind of figured she and Brook Lynn are gonna do what they’re gonna do, and I don’t want to be in the middle of it anymore. I just want to focus on the fact that Lulu is back, and I’m just happy she’s in our lives again. Come in, I didn’t expect to see you here today. Meet Crimson’s new contributor, Geoffrey Beckett. Beckett. Yeah, you probably don’t remember, but we met a few years ago. I had a Joel Sartore wildlife exhibition at my gallery. I absolutely remember. The Jerome Gallery? Yeah, that’s it. It’s so nice to see you again. Likewise. Geoffrey is doing a new series for Crimson. Oh. That’s wonderful. And I hope to make sure it is wonderful. How do you two know each other? We are very good friends. The two of us have been through a lot together. Good friends are hard to come by. They certainly are. Willow. Hey, do you have a second? Sure. What are you doing here? You’re not sick, are you? No. No, no. I have a favor to ask you. Oh, okay. So I was video chatting with Michael this morning, and it was just — it was so nice to see each other instead of just, you know, hear each other on the phone. He really misses the kids. They miss him, too. Right. So I had an idea. I was thinking, if it’s okay with you, maybe I could take some videos of the kids with different messages for their dad, and I could send them to Michael. And whenever he’s feeling homesick or, you know, if he just needs, like, an extra boost on the road to recovery, he could watch them. And, you know, he really — he needs all the support he can get right now, so. Well, it sounds like something the kids would love to do. Great. I appreciate you giving me an update on Michael. Everyone else has kept me out of the loop. I just have one condition with the video recordings. When you’re with the kids, please focus on them and Michael. Don’t mention anything negative about Drew. I would never say anything bad in front of the kids. None of this is easy for them. Yeah, it really isn’t. I just wish everyone could be a bit more like you. There was a damaging article in The Invader this morning on Drew, and he’s gonna assume that Curtis was behind it. If I can’t influence Curtis, Drew has no reason to protect my secret. Yeah, if that’s what you expect, I can see why you panicked. But what about what Drew’s doing, right? It’s illegal what he’s doing to me. Yes. But you can’t expose him without the risk of exposing yourself in the process. Then — Then that’s it. Curtis is gonna find out, and then Trina, then the hospital. It’s gonna be impossible for me to hide this. Look, the way I see it, you have two choices here. Either you — You convince Drew that Curtis had nothing to do with the article… Or? Or… you tell Curtis everything now. I mean, you may still lose your job, but at least you have a chance to save your marriage. Or maybe — Maybe I can save both. Maybe we could have a little date later tonight. You really want to break. into that basket, don’t you? I just think we could put it to good use. I mean, Carly went through a lot of trouble. Yeah, she did. Mm-hmm. And I think a date would sound perfect. Oh, well, maybe we could, uh, get a head start. Maybe.
Hi, babe. Hey. Hey, buddy. How you doing? I know you’re busy, but I was just wondering if you could stop by the office real quick sometime today. It’s important. I love you. My opinion of Drew has changed recently. Since he’s been in office, I haven’t seen him do one thing that he said he would do on the campaign. Well, as a mayor who does more than take photos and cut ribbons, I can see how this is offensive. I mean, I’m offended and I’m not the mayor. Yeah, I know, it’s infuriating. All I have seen him do is pose for the cameras and then abuse his power. So at this point, anyone who is willing to expose him, I applaud. Drew’s biggest weakness is his need to be seen as a hero. So that’s why I targeted him the way I did. You know, maybe we can use that weakness to get him to actually act like a hero. Sorry to intrude. No. No interruption. Come in. Please. Hey. It’s good to see you. How are you? I’m hanging in there. How’s Lulu? Oh, she’s — she’s doing very well. And not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. And offer up a prayer for your family. Thank you. Oh, dear. Yeah. [ Chuckles ] I’m late again, you know, and, uh, my assistant’s so good, I — I can’t even blame her, so I’ll get going. It’s lovely to see both of you. Alexis. Always a pleasure. Well, I’m glad to hear that. Especially after what I have to ask you. I hope you still feel that way. I can hardly wait to read about your next trip. I can’t wait to tell you all about it. Well, I got to get going. Oh. Nice seeing you. Yeah. You too. We’ll talk again soon, right? I look forward to it.
Wow, wow. Someone has, uh, moved on from Drew, huh? Please, I mean — Yes, I have definitely moved on from Drew. I mean, come on. Can you see me — me — with a rugged wilderness man? Yeah, actually, it paints a pretty picture. Really. [ Chuckles ] Well, I don’t think I’m gonna be eating any tree bark or fire ants anytime soon. So why are you here? What’s up? Well, as you know, I’ve, um — I’ve had a little bit of difficulty lately, you know, regarding my finances. I’ve had to postpone the new gallery, and Alexis was delighted to take away all my money from Nikolas — You’re here to ask me for a loan, aren’t you?
Uh, Kristina. Hang on. Did your dad give you the message about Avery? No. What message? That trip you were gonna take with her during her break. Yeah, to the ballet. Yeah, whatever. It’s not happening. Carly, I can’t have a thing with you right now. I’m at work. I don’t want to fight. And I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t genuinely care about you. I know you used to. I still do. I have a few minutes. Look, I am really worried about the negative press that Drew is getting and how it’s gonna affect you and my grandchildren. Wiley is old enough to hear about this in school. If he does, I will explain to him that it’s all untrue. But it’s not untrue. Drew is really doing these things. Willow, he sunk to a new low. Carly, would you please leave Willow alone? I mean, do you ever mind your own business? This affects my grandchildren, so that makes it my business. Now, if you would rather me talk to you instead of Willow, I’m happy to do that… Congressman Cutthroat. Is there any news on Charlotte and Valentin? Oh, you know, that’s what we were talking about, actually. Um, Rocco’s just acting kind of strange with Lulu, and she thinks it’s because she’s spending so much time focusing on finding Charlotte. That doesn’t sound like Rocco. He loves his sister. Yeah, I don’t think so either. But there’s something going on. You know, we’ve gotten pretty tight since he moved into the Quartermaines. I’m kind of like the fun uncle. Oh, you are, are you? Yeah. I could talk to him, see what I can find out. All right, Funcle, go for it, man. You know, at Rocco’s age, usually acting distracted, it means girls. Girls. I was thinking that, too. I walked in the kitchen the other day, and him and Danny are in an argument and it was over a girl. I was asking Rocco about it, but he wouldn’t say much. You know, teenage boys talking about that stuff is highly classified and private. I remember when I was his age, I wouldn’t tell my mother anything. Do you think Olivia would have hated the girls you brought home? No. I think she actually would have liked them. One in particular. Well, I can’t believe I forgot that it was teacher-in-service day and that you’d be home early. If I’d remembered, I would have hidden Carly’s basket so there’d be some left for us. I left some fig things in there. I’m just glad Dad’s home and he’s okay. And he’s staying with us tonight. The doctor wants him to have round the clock supervision. Because something could still go wrong? No, it’s just standard. Okay, good. Well, I’m psyched you’re staying here, but I’m — I’m gonna miss it. I’m staying at a friend’s tonight. That I did remember. So I guess it’s just gonna be us tonight. I hate asking for favors. From anybody, but especially from you and especially this kind of favor. It’s just that when I was married to Nikolas, I started to spend quite a bit. And I guess I thought I’d always have that kind of money. And I figured that even if my relationship with Nikolas didn’t work out, I would have a very generous divorce settlement. Right, which I did until the Cassadine curse kicked in and that family found a way to claw back all the money. Ava, of course I’m going to give you a loan. I’ve been waiting for you to ask me. I mean, seriously. What took you so long? I don’t care what names The Invader calls me. I’m not in the wrong here. Carly. The Quartermaine crypt is on public land. It’s got to be moved. How can you possibly be the same man who held me when they were trying to move Virginia’s grave? That was — That was horrible. And it was the worst kind of wrong, but this — this is wrong too. You saw much that destroyed me, and you’re doing the exact same thing to Lila and Edward. Does family mean nothing to you? I’m doing this to try to keep my place in the family. Tracy is the one that’s trying to strip that away from me. Using your position in Congress is not the way to do it. If you keep justifying things like that, you’re gonna see a recall in your future. Carly, stop. You know as well as anyone that Tracy’s no saint. She practically held my kids hostage at the Quartermaine mansion. I know I was there. Well, Drew’s just fighting fire with fire. That’s the only language the Q’s understand. And you know that better than just about anyone. Wow. Um… I didn’t come here to argue with Drew, I came here to have a calm conversation with you. But there’s just no point, is there? Carly — No. I’m gonna leave you to it. Always a pleasure, Carly. What do you mean it’s not happening? Why not? Well, because your plans fall on one of Ava’s days, not your dad’s. Sorry. You have got to be kidding me. Ric, this is a special one-night-only performance, and it was impossible to get tickets to this. Sorry. No, I’m not — It’s one night. One night out of out of Ava’s entire week, and I’ll talk to my dad. They can switch days. It’ll be fine. No, it’s — it’s too early to start messing with Avery’s visitation schedule. If you change it now, it’s just gonna confuse her and make it harder to deal with. You guys are really gonna upset Avery just to get back at me? Well, you’re not the parent or the legal guardian, so maybe you shouldn’t have promised something you couldn’t deliver on. Next time, check a calendar. And it’s not a loan. It is a gift, okay? No, no, that’s not okay. I’m not gonna take a handout or a gift even from you. You know, so I will have Ric draw up some paperwork with a repayment schedule. That’s crazy. That’s unnecessary. No. It is. Nina, you and I both know that money can change things. It can change people. It can change friendships. And I’m not gonna let it change ours. It won’t. I’ve already lost our friendship once, and I will not risk losing it again. I feel the same way. Don’t worry. Uh, what’s going on? Uh, Carly, uh — A new wildlife contributor, is starting at Crimson, and some of his photos might be in Ava’s gallery. Okay, that’s great, but I need to talk to you, and it’s important. I’m sorry, Carly, but Ava and I were in the middle of a conversation, so. It’s okay. Really. Uh… We will talk later, okay? Okay. Sorry. What’s the emergency? It’s about Drew and Willow. We need to put our plan in motion now. I hope I didn’t keep you waiting, Miss… Sasha. You’re my next patient. Looks like it. Well, um, I’ll give you some time to change. Gowns are over there. You know the drill. I’ll be back in a couple of minutes. It’s obvious you have a problem with me, so just say it already.
How can you be such a hypocrite? I’m the hypocrite? Wh– That’s really special. Coming from Miss Goody Two-Shoes. You turned on me the second you saw me kissing Michael’s uncle on the 4th of July. No, I didn’t. But what you did was way worse. You dated Michael, but here you are, pregnant by his other uncle. I gotta say, Portia, I am really disappointed in you. I thought that you could get Curtis to see some reason and move on from hating me. But instead, I find out that my good friend Curtis is the one behind the scathing article in The Invader. I don’t think that he was. Portia. Come on. Come on. I’m serious. The Quartermaines are a huge family in this town. Almost anybody would be interested in running an article about them. Plus, Curtis has all of Aurora Media at his fingertips. Why would he use a rag tag like The Invader when he has all these reputable sources at his fingertips? That’s a good point. Could be a great point if you can convince Curtis to run a series of articles through Aurora Media pushing back against The Invader. Like articles focusing on me being a family man and a hard-working congressman and an ex-Navy Seal. If I defend you to Curtis any more than I already have, it’s gonna tip him off. That would be unfortunate for you, but I’m willing to take the risk. Are you sure about that? I mean, it’s one thing to go after Curtis directly, but it’s a whole other thing to go after him through his wife. I mean, you know Curtis, if he finds out that you’re blackmailing me, he’s gonna go to a whole other level. Are you sure you’re ready to take that on? Is this still a good time? Missed call from Portia. I’ll call her back. How can I help you? It’s about the article in The Invader. Did you read it? Oh, yeah, I read it. He didn’t look too good, did he? No, he really didn’t. He came across like a villain, and Tracy came across like a hapless innocent, which couldn’t be further from the truth. Which part? I was there when it happened, and Tracy was more than holding her own. Oh, I don’t doubt that. So DeWitt is not gonna retract that article. So I was hoping that you might be able to write an article about Drew that is more balanced, and one that might protect his image. Why would I do that? Because I’m worried about the public turning on him and how my granddaughter will feel about that. And because you have the resources to help. Alexis. I am sympathetic to Scout’s situation, but Drew made himself look bad — not the article. I’m sorry. I value our friendship. I can’t help you this time. I’m sorry too. I tried. Did you ever think by shielding Drew from the consequences of his actions, that you’re not holding him accountable, you are, in fact, enabling him? I’m gonna get going. We’re meeting up at the movies before crashing at Nolan’s. All right. Have fun. It’s really nice having you two together here. [ Door opens, closes ] Well… Alone at last.
Um, are you, uh — Are you okay with this? Yeah. Are you okay? Mm-hmm. I mean, I am if you are. Okay, just stop talking. Okay. [ Doorbell rings ] You have got to be kidding me. Okay. Hold on. Hi. Everything okay? I’m sorry, I probably should have called before I came over, I just wanted to thank you for bringing Lucky home. Oh my goodness. Come in. It’s my pleasure. Hey. Hi. How are you doing, sweetheart? Yeah, I’m — Are you okay? No. I’m good, really. I’m so glad. Yeah. Yeah. Well, you know, I was thinking, what if we all had dinner together tonight? Would that be good? Yeah. Oh, yeah. I mean, that would — That would be perfect. Okay. Yeah. Kristina, what brings you by? Well, I ran into Ric at GH, and he said I can’t take Avery to the ballet. It falls on one of my days, and we don’t want to confuse Avery. Her schedule needs to remain consistent. This isn’t about Avery. This is about me, and you wanting to get back at me. Ava, you’re really — You’re really gonna deprive your daughter of a magical night and the opportunity to create a core memory that will last her a lifetime? Oh, Avery’s still going to the ballet… with me. The owner of the theater is a friend of mine. I gave him a call, he gave me tickets. Front row, center. But I was — That was my — You bitch. Watch, watch, watch that temper of yours, Kristina. Remember the last time you lost it and confronted Ava? There is a special place in hell for both of you. You know, I wouldn’t worry about Rocco. He’s just at that age, he’ll grow out of it. We did. Yeah, yeah. But if he’s anything like us, man, I’m just getting ready to batten down the hatches because the — the waters, they be getting choppy. Yeah, probably. You know, I’m really glad you talked to Lulu. Like really talked. Yeah. You know what? I just feel relieved. I guess I owe Bailey Lou a thank you gift. Yeah, Bailey Lou played a big part in my relationship with Brook Lynn, too. How’s everything going with you two? Pretty much the same as the last time we talked. I mean, we still don’t know how we’re gonna become parents. You know, man, it’s a big decision. I can’t even imagine. Like, you gotta take your time with it, right? Just know that whatever happens, whenever it does happen, you’re gonna be a great dad, man. I’ve seen you with Violet and Bailey Lou. You’re a natural. Thanks. It means a lot coming from you. Well, I should be thanking you. I’ve been coming to you with everything lately. Lulu, Sam, all of it. I hope you know you can come to me with that stuff, too. I do. You know, with my dad gone and Finn in Seattle, there’s not really a lot of guys I can talk to. Our friendship is important to me. It’s all good, man. It’s important to me too, dude. My situation isn’t even remotely similar to yours. Michael and I were long, long over. I think there are more similarities than you’re willing to admit, Though I guess there is one big difference. My mom was never a con artist like yours. You don’t know anything about my mother. Was this your plan all along? Things didn’t work out with Michael’s money, so you went after Jason’s? [ Gasps ] You are so, so wrong. But let’s talk about you landing with your husband’s very wealthy uncle. That was what? Just a coincidence? Just one more thing you couldn’t control. How could you — And speaking of cons and Drew, that’s what’s really bothering you, isn’t it? That article dropped today, and it made you realize that you had thrown your life away. You blew up your life and your family over a sleaze, and you can’t admit that you were wrong. There has to be another way I can help you. That doesn’t involve approaching Curtis about writing some sort of puff piece about you. I got it! You and I could do a press conference together. I’ll discuss my new pediatric sports initiative, and then you could be up there standing right next to me representing General Hospital. I don’t see how that helps. You being up there with me kind of forces Curtis and Aurora to cover the story, which would paint me in a very positive light. What do you say? What the hell are you doing here?
So what do you propose we do? Okay, well, we already agreed that you were gonna stall Willow. So you keep her at your place or set her up in a place of her own. But we have to do whatever it takes to stop her from taking those kids and moving in with Drew. Well, I’m doing the best I can. I’m trying. Okay, well, try harder, because Drew is pushing this, and we just have to believe that somehow Willow knows that this is a bad idea. So the longer we can keep her from moving in with him, the better. And then we can work on exposing Drew. And so how do you suggest we do that? We need to get into his house. We have to get into his house and find something so undeniable that Willow will never look at him the same again. Well, what if we don’t find anything? What if there’s nothing to find? We make sure there is.
On the next “General Hospital” —
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GH Short Recap Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Recap written by Eva
Ava asks Nina for a loan until she can get back on her feet.
Kristina gets even angrier with Ava when she refuses to let Avery go to the ballet with her since the ballet falls on a day Avery is supposed to be with Ava.
Ric tells Portia that she could go to prison for tampering with Heather’s test results since the fake test results were used in Heather’s criminal case. Ric advises Portia to tell Curtis the truth rather than be blackmailed by Drew.
Drew is upset about The Invader article that he asks Portia to stand behind him during the press conference promoting his new Pediatric Sports Program at the hospital so that Aurora Media will be forced to cover a positive story about him.
Kristina gets permission from Willow to make videos of Wiley and Amelia to send to Michael because he misses the kids. Carly tries to talk to Willow to try and persuade him not to move in with Drew. Carly gets into an argument with Drew instead and Willow defends Drew.
Carly tells Nina what just happened with her and Drew and she also tells Nina they must put their plan into action now. Carly tells Nina they must get into Drew’s house and find evidence to prove to Willow that Drew isn’t a good man anymore. Carly thinks that if they can’t find any dirt on Drew they will need to make up some evidence.
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Y&R Short Recap Thursday, March 13, 2025
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Recap written by Eva
Adam and Chelsea’s relationship gets the approval of Chloe and Victor.
Adam and Chelsea decide to move forward slowly with their relationship so there is less of a chance they will mess it up this time.
Chance stops Billy and Nick from going to Havenhurst because he wants to make sure it isn’t a trap. Billy and Nick get tired of waiting on Chance and they click on the link in Billy’s phone. The link opens to a picture of Phyllis and Sharon sitting on the couch in the locked room.
Phyllis and Sharon work together to try and open the only door in the room. Phyllis and Sharon get startled when a loud alarm rings.
Alan arrives back at the Athletic Club and he gets down on one knee and proposes to Traci as he gives her a beautiful ring.
Billy tells Nick that there is another link at the bottom of the picture of Phyllis and Sharon. Billy clicks on the link and it reveals this message “Who will pay the price to rescue the mind.” Billy and Nick decide to go to Havenhurst. Nick tells Billy to call Chance in case this is a trap. Billy tells Chance everything they discovered but he doesn’t tell Chance that they are on their way to Havenhurst. Chance tells Billy he will go to Havenhurst with a team to check it out. Phyllis and Sharon decide to find the surveillance camera and turn it off. Since their captor likes watching them survive, he will have to come to their room and turn the camera on again. The ladies decide to take turns sleeping and the next time their captor comes into the room they will overtake the person and get out of the room and go back home to their families.
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Days Short Recap Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl
Stephanie was at the pub when Joy showed up. They had an awkward conversation until Stephanie blurted out that she overheard Sarah talking about her pregnancy test. She let Joy know that she didn’t tell Alex about the pregnancy. Stephanie wanted to know if Alex was the father of her baby. Joy said that he was the only possibility. She thought it was possible that the test was negative. Joy deiced to call Sarah to check on her test results. Stephanie wondered if she would tell Alex the truth if the test came back positive. Once she gets the results, she will have a conversation with Alex about it. Maggie went to see Sarah at the hospital. They talked about Alex working at Titan again. Sarah blamed Theresa for Alex’s birthright getting mixed up. Maggie thought Theresa was crazy to think that a secret like that would stay hidden for long. Secrets always have a way of coming out. Maggie left just as Joy called Sarah about her test results. Sarah told her they were ready. Later, Joy showed up at the hospital to get her test results. Sarah had an emergency so she couldn’t go over the results with her right away. She gave Joy the test results and left. Joy looked at the test results. Alex, Xander, and Philip celebrated working at Titan together. While they were drinking, Alex noticed something off with Philip and Xander. They let him know their plans to take over DiMera Enterprises. Alex wasn’t sure if that was a good idea, but he was down for it. Philip wanted to talk to Alex about Stephanie. He said they were good. Alex thought it was great that Xander and Philip were able to work together. Philip seemed like he was in a rush to get rid of Alex. After Alex left, Xander wondered why Philip wanted him to leave. Philip was concerned about what Alex and Stephanie say about him behind his back. He thought she would badmouth him so Xander suggested he stop looking for trouble and move on with his life. Maggie showed up and told the brothers that she was proud of them for being able to work together.
Stephanie and Alex met on their way home. She wanted to talk to him about Joy possibly being pregnant with his baby. He was shocked by her news. Alex wasn’t sure what to do about it, but he assured her that he was committed to her. Leo was working on his story about the DiMeras when Javi walked in the room. He had to deal with a lot of legal issues so the article was difficult. Javi suggested writing about EJ getting away with kidnapping. He told him that without Arnold or Rafe’s side of the story, EJ will get away with everything. Javi thought the story would pressure Belle to prosecute EJ. He called Rafe to get quotes for Leo. Leo thanked him, but he was worried about the DiMeras coming after him. There was a knock on the door. Javi answered the door and saw a huge bill. He was shocked to find out that Leo hadn’t paid his bills since he lost his job at Body & Soul. He didn’t have the money to pay them. Javi suggested he move in with him. Leo wasn’t sure if it was a good idea to live with Rafe and Gabi. Javi thought it would be fine for him to move in with them. Sarah arrived home and saw Philip. She wondered how things went with Alex. He said things were okay, but he was worried about Stephanie telling him the truth. Sarah told him that Stephanie was happy with Alex and wouldn’t want anything to get in the way of that. Joy saw Alex and Stephanie. She announced that she wasn’t pregnant after all. They were all relieved by the news. Joy walked away and looked at the results while she was alone. The test results proved that she’s pregnant after all.
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Beyond The Gates Short Recap Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Recap written by Michelle & Cheryl
At the hospital, Andre took pictures of Ashley from afar. When Ashley noticed him, he gave her a collage of pictures to remember the baby she delivered. Ashley didn’t realize he took the pictures. While they were talking, Derek is brought in on a stretcher. He got a concussion from a ceiling falling on him in a burning building. Derek assured Ashley that he was going to be okay. When Bradley came home, Martin was upset that he was still trying to get freelance reporting jobs. Bradley reminded him that the kids were practically old enough to take care of themselves. While they were talking, Samantha and Tyrell walked in and asked why they were fighting. When Martin tells them Bradley wanted to go back to work, Samantha said it wasn’t a serious enough reason to fight. She asked why Martin was upset about it. Tyrell told Martin that he worried about things that weren’t important. Since they double teamed him, Martin gave in and said Bradley could take an assignment to see how it would go. Later on, when Martin didn’t go to bed, Bradley wondered if he was trying to tire himself out so he wouldn’t dream. Martin said he was trying to get some work done. When Martin finally went to sleep, he woke up screaming.
At the diner, Randy asked Joey not to hurt Doug or do worse to him. Joey didn’t care what happened to Doug. He said the only thing that mattered was what he could get him. Joey advised Randy not to care about what happened to Doug. Randy took Doug to the casino later on. Joey gave Doug more money to gamble with and was sure Doug would pay him back soon. Doug said his luck was about to change. Vanessa was at the country club flirting with a trainer. Diego was jealous watching her flirt with another guy and let her know that he wanted more than just a physical relationship with her. Eva helped Nicole with her speech for the gala. When she went home, Leslie was thinking about her plan to ruin Ted and Nicole. She told Eva that the gala was the perfect opportunity to expose Ted and Nicole. Leslie couldn’t wait to see their faces when it happened. Eva said what Ted did wasn’t Nicole’s fault. She said there was no reason to ruin things for Nicole. Leslie was concerned that Eva wasn’t interested in getting revenge on Nicole. Eva said she was still interested and proved it by giving her Ted’s straw so they could get a paternity test. The results wouldn’t be ready until after the gala, but Leslie agreed to wait until then. When Eva went to bed, Leslie called someone and said she needed a favor.
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BTG Transcript Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Beyond The Gates Transcript
Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane
THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!
Oh, thank goodness. What a day for my laptop to die. How is the symposium? I am now fully read in on the advances of psychopharmacology and very far behind on my to-do list for this award ceremony.
No worries.
Isn’t that Ted’s computer? I told him yours died, and he said to use this one until we can get yours fixed. Eva, you are a marvel. Now, if we could just get someone here to arrange a hard copy of the draft of my speech. I thought you might need it. I am upgrading you from marvel to godsend. I hope you won’t mind me saying this, Nicole, but you seem a little tense today. It’s this award ceremony tomorrow. It is getting on my penultimate nerve. Is there anything I can do to help? I know I’m new, but I’m happy to do what little I can. Little? Eva, if you weren’t available and able to fill in for Laura, my office and schedule would be in complete chaos, leaving me no time to finish things like this speech. I don’t suppose you would like to take care of that, too? If you want. I’m glad to do it. I read through the draft and have a few ideas, but only if you’re interested. [elevator bell dings] All right. Stay just like that. Beautiful. Hey, partner. I’m not sure I can give you photo approval on those. Why not? You up in those scrubs– catwalk ready. But, hey, don’t take my word for it. Andre, how did you… ANDRE: It was tough picking only a few. You know, you might be the first person I’ve ever met who doesn’t have a bad side. Well, you grew up around Dani Dupree, so I know that’s not true. But these pictures, they’re… they’re fun, and… I love them. They’re stunning. Hey, that’s on the model, Ashley. Not the photographer. It’s yours if you want it. Just a little token. Well, imagine having so much talent that you could be this chill about a wonderful gift like this. I can see why you score all those glamorous photo shoots. [sighs] You know what I see looking at this? I see someone who’s at the very start of a wonderful journey. It makes me want to know who she’ll be and where she’ll go.
[phone rings]
Ah.
This is Ashley.
[clears throat]
Got it. Sorry.
Yeah. MAN [over P.A.]: Nurse Hugo to ICU. [elevator bell dings] Oh, my God. Wait, Derek. This way, this way. All right. ♪ ♪ You’re sure they said Bradley Smith? Yeah, that’s interesting. Hey, babe, I’m home. I’m in the middle of something. Another thrilling afternoon in the neighborhood. Big whoop of my day– they were out of the heirloom tomatoes at the supermarket but never fear, your husband went hunting, and I found some at the green market. So we can have the caprese salad tonight, just like you wanted. Or not. What’s wrong? I heard you’re still asking around about going back to work as a freelance investigative journalist. Do you take me as some fool, Smitty? [water pouring] Oh. Oh, Doug. This is a surprise. A man greeting his wife? In this particularly affectionate way. Yes, it’s been a minute since I saw you in this good a mood. Well, you better get used to it, Vanessa, because your sexy, romantic, husband… is back. JOEY: Spill it.
Just thinking.
Hmm. Well, it must be something pretty consequential if you come to Orphey Gene’s and your mind’s not on the food. I’m just wondering about the way you handle your clients.
You filing a complaint, Randy?
Hell no, Joey. Working for you is the best gig I’ve ever had. It’s just that you’re so good at reading clients. How do you zero in and pull just the right string? Well, with gamblers, it’s simple. There’s only one: the need to gamble. Makes you wonder if gambling really is better than sex. I wouldn’t know. I haven’t got laid in a while. Well, I hope you’re not coming to me to remedy that situation. No need.
I’m being selective.
Which goes to my point. You can do without. You’re not addicted. Some gamblers, throwing the dice is better than food, than sex– almost any pleasure imaginable. I don’t get it myself. I’ve never had an addictive personality. But you sure are good at manipulating them, aren’t you? Oh, you’re, uh… You’re referring to your old buddy Dougie. [laughs] He actually hates being called that. Ever since– Did I say anything to indicate that I give a damn what Dougie prefers to be called? I didn’t think so. The man’s name matters as little to me as the man himself. Then why are you so concerned about what he does? I’m not. Dougie doesn’t matter to me. What matters is what he can get me. Ooh, what about… Scratch that. You’ve probably written hundreds of speeches and don’t need my two cents. Eva, I’m enjoying this. Yes, this speech was fine before, but your input is helping me think outside the box. What were you thinking? Here. Maybe say more about how your parents inspired you. Wouldn’t that just make it another speech about the great Vernon and Anita Dupree?
I guess.
What would you do instead? Maybe I’d talk about the hard times. If you had any. Yeah, we had them. Lots of arguments and tears. It’s still too tender to talk about publicly. [clears throat] You and Ted are such a unit. It’s hard to imagine you guys arguing about anything. Ted is pretty even, funny, kind. But that man will throw down if he is fighting for the well-being of his family or his patients. What kind of thing makes him angry? Consistently? Lies. If you want to stay on Ted Richardson’s good side, never, ever lie to that man.
Hey, how’s he doing?
Doctor’s in with him now. He regained consciousness, but that’s all I know.
What happened, Liam?
We thought people were still in the burning house, but he would not wait for confirmation. Then the ceiling came down and knocked him out. We had to drag him out of there. I’m gonna update the team, okay? All right. Hey, hey, he’s gonna be okay.
I don’t know about that.
What did the doctor say? I have to be careful of Derek’s privacy. Yeah, but whatever he told you, it scared you. Concerned me. Okay, according to Liam, Derek got slammed on the head. Yeah? So logically, concussion. Yeah. And in that case, he might be out for a couple of days, but most likely fine after that. Well, thank you for that diagnosis, Mr. Not-a-Doctor Richardson. I may know next to nothing about medicine, but… I know way more than I would like to know about the worst happening. From when you lost your folks. Yeah, take it from someone who’s been through it. Don’t go there, Ashley. Derek is here. He’s conscious and he’s getting excellent medical care.
Hold on to that. Hmm?
Mm-hmm. [indistinct P.A. announcements] Okay. Um… I got to meet my aunt, or I would stick around. I’m glad you’re here to help calm me down.
It’s getting to be our thing.
Yeah.
I’ll see you later.
Yeah. Oh, the collage. I almost forgot,
in the middle of everything.
No, don’t worry about it. Um, I’ll have Shanice stash it someplace for you.
Thanks. That’d be great.
Yeah, go.
See you later, partner.
All right. [door closes] [softly]: Hey. Hey, babe. Hi. Why do you look upset? If I were in the hospital, how would you look? Oh, right. Hospital. What happened? Burning building. A ceiling fell on you. Oh, that explains the headache. Yeah, well, they just gave you something to relieve that. It should start working soon.
[sighs]
I’m just glad they got you up here so fast from ER. Yeah, they… They try to move things along with firefighters. Well, probably because they know when one of you is injured, it’s got to be serious. Yeah. [sighs] [labored breaths] I’m in the hospital. What happened? Concussion. CT scan confirmed it.
The rest of my team’s okay?
All good. God, I can’t remember anything about the fire. It’ll come back to you. I– I think I rescued a cat. Okay. No, for real. There was a cat there. Unless… Did– did I fall on him? [chuckles weakly] I don’t think so. Can you check? Sure. So nothing I said the other day had the slightest impact on you? Of course it did. But as much as I love you, Martin, I have to do what’s right for me, too. Even when what’s right for you hurts everyone you claim to love? Who’s supposed to be taking care of our children when you’re sticking your nose in places where it could get cut off? You mean the two near adults who barely say two words to us on a daily basis? Our children can pretty much take care of themselves. Time out, you two. Pop, Dad’s right. You haven’t been this cheerful and carefree in a long time. In fact, the gloomy way you’ve been going around, I was beginning to worry about you. Nessa, baby, there’s no need to worry. Everything is fine, and getting better all the time. [laughs] I’m glad to hear it. Well, not as glad as I am to be spending a little time with my wife. [chuckles] Is something wrong? Oh, no, it’s just… that woman over there ordered something really interesting. I might have what she’s having, once I’m done working out.
Mm.
[chuckles] Joey, you got all kinds of people on your string who can get you whatever you need. So, I’m curious. Why the sudden interest in some random cardiac surgeon? You looking for a new heart or something? A heart just gets in the way in my line of work. There are thousands of idiots out there who can’t push themselves away from the poker table. What is so special about Doug? That’s my business. Sure. Sorry. All right, you’ve been dancing around me all day looking for clarification. Here it is. I don’t give a damn if you and Dougie have been besties since the cradle. You need to stop giving a damn about what happens to him. As of now. What’s Pop stressing about now? This doesn’t concern you and Samantha, Tyrell. Oh, but it does, since you insist my decisions affect all of us. So, everybody, I have decided that I would like to go back to work. That’s it? That’s not even interesting. Do your thing, Dad. Chase that dream. Samantha, you don’t like when your dad’s around to take you wherever you need to go? Not when I can just get a car. Dad set up an account for us. And what about when Smitty is attending all of your debate competitions? He’s way more present than the rest. And I’m way past needing you guys there to cheer for me. It’s fine when you guys show up for stuff, but it’s not that serious. I-I mean, why are you so twisted about dad going back to work? I’m not twisted. Have you been discussing this with them? Absolutely not. This is pure them. No cap. We do get to have our own opinions. Yes, but you’re predisposed to pick Smitty’s side. Only when he’s right. Dad wanted to get back into his reporter hustle, just like you with politics. He’s into it, so why shouldn’t he get to do it? All of my friends’ moms and dads work. We’re not like your friends’ parents, Samantha. Uh, yeah, you are. I have two dads, Kayla has two moms. Jill has a single dad. Shawna’s got, like, six moms ’cause her dad’s always switching it up. [laughs] Nobody’s like everybody else. And you worry way too much about things that don’t matter anymore. I wish that were true. But you two have to understand that how people view you can impact your life. Oh, I-I get that. And if Samantha and I didn’t have Dad around while you were out there putting in mad hours campaigning… A lot of things would’ve been messed up. But we don’t need all that hovering anymore, Pop. We shouldn’t have to convince you when you’re representing families where every adult in the household is working. Why shouldn’t Dad have a life when the rest of us get to? What’s wrong with that? I cannot tell that story in public. Ted and I would die of embarrassment. But maybe if we trim this section? That will leave you room to talk about how you and Ted had to come back from vacation early because Martin was sick. [phone buzzes] Go ahead. You can take it. It’s nothing. I’ll call them back. So the Martin story will go here. Oh, my aunt, the psychiatrist, and her assistant chopping it up at the country club. I almost didn’t want to interrupt. Do not talk nonsense, Andre. You are welcome everywhere you go. ANDRE: Mm. Everywhere there’s a pretty girl, that is. That’s the kind of welcome I like. [laughs] As far as a pretty girl that is off-limits,
ANDRE: Mm-hmm.
you must have met my temporary assistant, Eva. Subtle, Aunt Nicole. And yeah, Eva and I have certainly had the pleasure. Nice to see you again, Andre. NICOLE: I apologize, Eva. Not only did I let the time get away from me, I forgot to ask you to put Andre on my calendar. We are gonna talk about the shots for the award ceremony. Do you have time later? Like in about an hour? EVA: You don’t have to cancel. But we’re working on the speech. She means she’s teaching me how to construct an effective speech. Um, I could do a markup, make the changes you want and email it to you. You’re stopping by the hospital later, right? Yeah, I can print it out there, but you don’t have to go through all that trouble. I’ve already taken up way too much of your time on something that’s not even your job. Making your life easier is my job, Nicole. And this was fun. Your nephew’s a witness. Oh, yeah. Seemed fun to me. Are you sure it’s not a problem? No problem. All right.
Uh, Andre, can you help me?
ANDRE: Uh, sure. NICOLE: Andre, let’s find the events manager, do a walkthrough, and Eva, I will find a way to pay you back for all of your help.
Bye.
All right. See you. [chuckles] Bye. [phone buzzing] Leslie, why do you keep calling me while I’m at work? I hate hearing you call me that. I want to be your mama again, at home and everywhere else. Soon. Now, what do you need? Nothing, really. Just want to make sure that everything is going like we planned. Everything’s fine. I’ll tell you all about it when I get home. Good. I can’t wait. But we need to remember the plan. [sighs] Delayed gratification is such a pain. Be patient. It’ll all be worth it. Those Richardsons won’t know what hit them. For my… amazing wife. Oh. Hydration is vital. You know, speaking of amazing… Well, speak on. As of this morning, I’ve sold four multimillion-dollar properties this month. Now, that is what I’m talking about. Congratulations, sweetheart. My commissions are gonna be through the roof this quarter. You certainly have the magic touch. [chuckles] I’d definitely buy anything you’re selling.
[phone buzzes]
[chuckles] Oh… And you know I’d always give you the very best deal.
Mmm.
[chuckles] I feel responsible. It was me who brought Doug to your place in the first– He would’ve found his way to my casino, with or without you. You know that. Yeah, but I never thought he would be this out of control. He’s my friend. I’m not trying to… interfere. But I’m asking you, Joey… …please don’t hurt my friend. Or worse. I have no reason to harm your friend, Randy. In fact, I think business runs more smoothly when everyone’s agreeable. He’s of no use to me unless he’s alive and functioning. He’s simply a means to an end. Now you got me all the way curious. What’s Doug got that you were– Enough with the questions. Unless you want me to reconsider my decision to treat him gently.
No, sir.
That’s what I thought. You want to protect your friend, do your job. Which means have him in my casino, tonight. Meal’s on you. Thanks. [Randy sighs] [sniffles] [phone buzzes] That’s not the hospital, is it? I feel like I’ve kept you here for a while. Nope. I just happen to have a rare free afternoon from surgeries and realized there was no place I would rather be than here with you. Really? Lately, you haven’t been inclined to spend more time with me than absolutely necessary. Then I am glad I have this opportunity to apologize. I’ve been a fool, Vanessa. I am sorry for giving you reason to doubt how much you mean to me. Whatever’s causing this change in you,
I like it.
[both chuckle] Well, I’d better get on with my workout before it gets too late and the adrenaline keeps me up all night. Oh, that doesn’t sound too bad to me. [chuckles] We’ll see how long this new Doug lasts back at home. Looking forward to it. Mm. [both chuckle] [phone buzzes] [sighs] [sighs] I’m in the hospital because I have a concussion. This will work, as long as I don’t lose this piece of paper. All right, well, I’ll write it down on the board across the room for you, too. And I’ll be here most of the time. But if I’m not, just buzz for a nurse. We’ll answer any question you have, as long as it takes. Do you need anything? Maybe you could stop moving around. It’s kind of making me dizzy.
Ha.
I’m just messing with you. But you really don’t have to try so hard, babe. I keep telling you, I-I’m fine. Do I tell you how to fight fires? Hmm. Can’t remember. Well, if you’re joking around, then you must be feeling better. I am. Another thing I keep forgetting… …is your name. You want me to write it down for you? I want to remember on my own. I just don’t want you to think– Hey. Memory lapses are a symptom of the concussion, Derek. Please, don’t stress about it. And besides, “babe” works. Just don’t call anybody else that. Never would. And when you’re all better, no more unnecessary risks. Don’t worry. I don’t plan on leaving you anytime soon. And t-this risk paid off. Guy said I saved a cat.
[chuckles]
Yeah, and it didn’t make it easy, look. Look at that. It’s probably gonna leave a huge scar. I’ll make sure to call for a plastic surgery consult. DEREK: Mm. Do I get a kiss at least? On your imaginary scar? I don’t think so.
Ashley.
Mm-hmm. I might forget again. I know how to remind you. [Ashley sighs] How about we take one assignment… …and see how it goes? And when it goes really, really well? Let’s take the win, Samantha. And let your pop off the hook. You three are everything I dreamed of growing up, but never thought I’d have. I would walk through fire for my family. One, two, three. The Richardsons! [laughter] SAMANTHA: Wait, are we actually–
[laughter]
Ow. [laughing] [elevator bell dings] And, um, so you’re giving me the go on those behind-the-scenes shots? Are you sure footage of me doing yoga isn’t silly? You recommend that for your patients, right? For their mental health? You know I do, but it’s different when it’s… It’s human, Auntie. It makes the great lady seem more approachable.
Great lady? Please.
Yeah. Oh, there’s Ashley.
Ashley, hi.
Hi. Andre told me what happened. Is Derek okay? So far, so good, Dr. Richardson. He’s with the attending now. And how are you doing? [sighs]: Uh… Well, a good friend told me to stop going to worst-case, so… not going there. It’s about time. Sorry. I had to stay late working on Nicole’s speech. Her what? You know how she’s being honored at that gala tomorrow night? Well, she kind of let me help with her speech. She really liked my ideas, Mama. So you trying to be a writer now? I’d never call myself that. But the speech was only part of it. Nicole had all these things on her to-do list that I got to help with. So her designer dress was getting altered and that needed to be picked up. And some shoes that was specially shipped. The local stores didn’t have her size. She got big feet or something? This gala is probably gonna be on the news, and I’m helping put it together. Sounds like you have good reason to be excited, Eva. I am, too. It’ll be spectacular. I hope so, because that’ll make it the perfect opportunity to expose Ted and Nicole for the reprehensible human beings they really are.
My lucky day?
Could be. Ready to throw some hands tonight?
Oh, you know it.
All right. Dr. McBride. Always a pleasure. As you can see, we have some high rollers in here tonight, and I think you are just the man to take their money. Sounds like it may be a little too rich for my blood. I think I’m gonna stick to my regular tables. Oh, that’s a disappointment. If it’s cash that’s bothering you, I’d be happy to front you. Really? You wouldn’t mind? It’s only money. Here you go. Don’t worry. I’m sure you’ll pay us back before you know it. [laughs]: Oh, my. I could use some expert help with a few muscles. Care to spot me? The lady’s not interested. Move along. Tell me, Vanessa, how many men is it gonna take to satisfy you? Coming on to random guys where you know I’ll clock it? Vanessa, what is your deal? You don’t own me, Diego. I see who I want when I want. Yeah, and that’s how you found out
nobody could do you like I can.
[laughs softly] No, you’re good. I’ll give you that. But I’m not looking for commitment. Not now. Maybe not ever. I bet I could convince you otherwise. Nice sitting in. I’ll catch you next time. Dr. McBride. How’s it going? Um, all tapped out. I’m sorry, Joey, I know you thought I’d get lucky, but… Well, don’t give up so soon. No choice. Out of money. I have faith in you. Now… now why don’t you give it another try? I-I can’t, this is…
this is, this is too much.
I have no problem staking you. We both know you’ll pay us back before you know it. Well… I have a feeling my luck is about to turn. Thanks, Joey. Hey. How’s the headache? Barely there. I’ll feel a lot better after they spring me from this place. Especially if you take me home with you. Well, we may have to put a pause on the hold care for now. They want to observe you here for at least another day, maybe longer. Can you be the one to nurse me back to health? At your bedside? In this bed, by my side? Not a chance, Superman. You are on official time-out. At least until you promise me that you’re not gonna try to kill yourself again. Cross my heart.
Unless there’s…
You better stop with the crossed heart if you know what’s good for you. You’re good for me. I know that. LESLIE: I’ve been thinking. We can’t just let this gala pass us by. Mama… Oh, it’ll be perfect, baby. Oh, we’ll spill all that Richardson dirt right there. Not just in front of the cream of Fairmont society. It’ll probably be on the local news, too. Imagine the looks on their smug faces. They’re not both smug. I mean, what my father did wasn’t Nicole’s fault. And this is celebrating her and not him, so there’s no reason for us to ruin her big day. No reason? Eva, has been working with that woman gotten to you? Of course not. It’s the timing, Mama. It’s too soon. It sounds like an excuse. Are you still committed to taking them down for what they did to us? And don’t you dare lie to me, Eva. Thanks for agreeing to me going back to work. One assignment, and we’ll see how it goes. One assignment, for now. Smitty. Why don’t you come upstairs so I can thank you? As enticing as that sounds, I have work emails to deal with. Are you trying to exhaust yourself so you don’t dream? No, just trying to get some work done. Okay. Don’t keep me waiting too long. If you’re going back on our plan to take down your father and his high-and-mighty wife, tell me right now. I’m not doing that. In fact, to prove how committed I am… This straw will give us a sample of Ted’s DNA for the paternity test.
Oh…
Just like you wanted. Oh, my sweet baby girl.
Mm-hmm.
Mm. This is the icing. Ruining his precious wife’s big night is gonna hit that bastard right where he lives. Oh, my God, and when he claims that I’m lying… [laughs] I can throw the truth… [imitates whoosh] right back in his face. Ooh, wait, Mama, we can’t do it at the award ceremony. Why not? I’ve got everything in place. Because the DNA test results won’t be ready by then. We want to get this right, right? It’ll be a better chance later. If that’s what you feel. Don’t worry, Mama.
We’ll see this through.
[laughs softly]
Soon.
Mm-hmm.
[laughs]
Soon. I need a favor. ♪ ♪ You love playing with fire. I love playing. With me. Until a better game comes along. [laughs softly] Must be tempting. Gambling, for me? Not at all. I’m talking about this compulsion you have to save your friend. You need to do what Dougie never does until after the fact. Consider the cost. And what I do to people who get in the way of my plans. And what’s the next plan? I’m gonna put that moron so far into debt he doesn’t know what hit him. [gasping softly] [grunting] No! No.
SMITTY: Martin.
No! [panting] I’m fine.
What’s going on?
SAMANTHA: I heard yelling. SMITTY: Nothing, kids, just… Just go back to bed. Go. You come to bed, too. I told you sleeping on the couch wasn’t good for you. I’m just doing my routine, double-checking the locks,
making sure my family’s fine.
Okay. Okay. Okay. Do your thing. But Martin, we’re safe. [footsteps receding]
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Boss, you are dripping so hard, they’re gonna have to
put out a flood warning.
It’s not too much, is it? No, not for your big interview. I got you and Ted smoothies on my way in. Thank you, but can you put mine in the fridge? I don’t want to be late to my parents’ place for this interview, which is not that big. On television. Local TV, but I can’t leave before.
Have you seen my bracelet?
Your good luck charm? Yeah, I have a really bad habit of leaving it in the most random places.
I don’t really need it, but…
If you need it, you need it. You seem more on edge than usual. Is it that obvious? I’m just not as comfortable in the spotlight like my parents. You know, my mom with her decorated music career, my dad with his political activism. You with your achievements in mental health. You’re getting the same service award your dad did, Nicole. That’s major. Right. I should be proud.
Yes.
And less nervous, because most of the focus will probably be on my dad anyway. Him and your sister.
Mm.
Mm. How’d it go with Dani? Did you talk some sense into her? I reminded her that this interview was about Nicole and her award. You emphasized that we’d handle the difficult questions? Without coming right out and saying it, I tried to get across that we were concerned that she might lose her cool if put on the spot. Mm. Do you think she was listening? Well, of course, Daddy. Don’t I always? The reporters are here. I can let them in whenever you’re ready.
How long will this take?
Not long, babe. Okay? Come hell or high water, we’re going on our honeymoon tonight. Saw the setup for the press conference.
Good news on that libel case?
Mm-mm. I’m doing a bit of counter programming. The Duprees think that they’re slick by going on some local morning show acting like it’s about Nicole winning some award.
And it’s not?
Nah. They’ll use the opportunity to make more defamatory comments about Hayley and me, and I’m not about to let that slide. You’re only guessing that’s what this is about. And you know, it’s getting old, standing on the sidelines watching you battle with your ex-wife and her family. Let me know when you’re ready. Babe, this is about us, okay? I’m protecting you and our future from the Duprees’ character assassination gang. What, by instigating more trouble? Because this time, it will be you starting this, Bill. No, no, babe. I’m anticipating the inevitable, okay? Remember, I was a part of that family. I know how they think. They’ll see us leaving the country as their chance to seize the narrative, but I’m gonna flip the script before they even get a chance. ♪ ♪ You sleep okay?
No, not really.
Yeah, you must have heard me snoring from all the way on the couch. Tell me, was it more Chewbacca or Jabba the Hutt this time?
Jacob, I’m not in the mood.
Naomi, please. No, no. You knew better than anyone how I feel about my father and what he did to my mother, to our family. And you knew how hard it was for me to trust a man, any man, after being raised by Bill Hamilton.
And then you, you…
Did my job. You executed his sneak attack. That’s what you did. How do you expect me to trust you after that? Because right now, I don’t recognize the man that I married. [clears throat] Oh, good morning, Ted. Nicole just left. Yeah, I managed to give her a good-luck hug on her way out. Thanks for this. Sure. So what is it with that photo? Uh, everything’s right with it. I always wanted a brother or sister. Especially a sister. Someone to braid my hair, gossip with me about boys, get in and out of trouble with.
So you’re an only child?
As far as I know. Since I never knew my bio dad, I could have a dozen brothers or sisters who don’t even know I exist. It must be tough. And I’m sorry for opening up old wounds. Oh, don’t sweat it. I’m an open book. Ask anything you want. Send the reporters up now. Should be quite a show. Bill has a flair for drama. It’s what makes him a beast in the courtroom. The court of public opinion is a different beast altogether. Let’s hope it doesn’t backfire. Like it already has with Hayley?
Tomas.
Come on, Caroline. You picked up on it, too. And if that marriage blows up and throws Bill off his million-dollar game, it could tank this firm. And your upward mobility. Nothing wrong with looking out for mine. That’s worked for Bill. At least so far. Yes, you’re the expert on the Duprees, but do we really need to keep this tug-of-war going? Can’t we just drop the rope? Letting your guard down doesn’t work with these people, baby. Okay? Underneath all that faux gentility, they are as cutthroat as a razor. And until we make them understand that when you come for the king and his queen– mm– you best not miss. Well, can you promise me that this will at least be the end of it? Okay. Let me school them real quick. All right? Then we can start our happily- ever-after. Baby, trust me. I want this over just as much as you do. Okay? How do I look? Good?
Okay.
Yes. Believe it. No one is more eager to put this mess behind them than me. Then please let your mother and me handle it when it comes up. I am not prepared to go on camera. I’m so glad to hear that.
Hello, everyone.
Oh, Nicole, darling,
you look lovely.
Thank you, Mother. Dani, I wasn’t sure if I’d see you here. Do not worry, sissy. I am not here to steal your shine. Why do you keep making me seem like the villain? I did my job, same as always.
Oh, did you now?
Yes.
Yeah?
I made sure your mother was treated with respect. She had everything she needed right up until the moment they let her go. Oh, and do you want a gold star for that? Being polite to someone you wrongfully arrested doesn’t make you a hero, Jacob. Where’s Dani’s responsibility in all of this? Why do you keep skipping right past that? My mother was provoked into acting out. She never meant to hurt anyone. You know that. Oh, okay, so you’re excusing her for bringing a loaded weapon and firing it at a wedding? Oh, my God. She’s not some hardened criminal, Jacob. And as her top-notch lawyer, you would have brought up those mitigating circumstances in court. Because that’s your job, not the arresting officer’s. So what? You would have arrested Rosa Parks
if that was part of your job?
Come on, Naomi, don’t go there. It’s not the same thing. Because orders are orders, right? Your mother waving a gun around isn’t about fighting injustice. Then tell me, Detective, since it seems like that badge means more to you than that ring on your finger.
Would you have arrested me?
You’re unbelievable.
I’m also running late.
Naomi. My family needs me. And unlike you, I know where my loyalties lie. [door closes] Maybe we should start the interview in the garden. Listen, I understand why you might be skittish about what to expect from me. I can only imagine how mortified Mother must be. Her own daughter arrested in her own home
for attempted murder.
That must have been terrifying. I hate I wasn’t there to support you. Martin said you were kept at the hospital for some emergency. A woman was on the roof attempting to jump. No. I guess someone was having a worse night than me. [laughter] Hey, ladies. Well, someone’s in high spirits today. Well, she’s practically glowing. Oh, I’m just feeling myself getting to enjoy being out here
and living my best life.
Ooh. Okay. Quite a difference from just a few weeks ago. Yeah, I feel like I’m finally starting to recover from Alan’s passing. God bless his soul.
Did you meet someone?
[scoffs] I wish. Unfortunately, no new man yet. I just woke up feeling optimistic. That’s wonderful, Leslie. The future suddenly seems filled with possibilities, and it hasn’t been that way for a hot minute. [all laugh] Well, I hope this good mood of yours sticks around. Something tells me it will. So no one ever went looking for your biological father? I mean, Leslie’s always been good to me. And Alan, her husband, wasn’t exactly what you call fatherly, but he was okay. I mean, I wondered about my bio dad, but why push it if he already rejected me? I can see that logic. But if you were to ask me, it was his loss. Makes me think about what I missed out on. My nephew, he… took it rough after he lost his folks. Andre? I met him.
He’s nice.
Yeah. My brother and sister-in-law, they died in a plane crash years ago. And Nicole and I tried to jump in and fill that void, but you can never fill a void of a loss of that magnitude.
At least you tried.
Yeah, Andre’s situation forced me to think about my own kids and how they would feel if they lost me. My son is very close to Nicole’s father, so he’d have Vernon to lean on. Kat, you know she’s a daddy’s girl. She needs me. Guess a lot of people depend on you. I wouldn’t say that. But my offer still stands. If you ever need an ear or a laugh, Eva, you know who to call. I’ll keep that in mind. Oh, I should get to the clinic.
Oh.
Oh. I got this, Ted. Have a good day. You, too. ♪ ♪ Hi, guys. I peeped the Grands outside showing the hosts around. Tell me that’s not what you’re wearing for the interview. Oh, God, no. No, I am just here for moral support. The Grands want me to keep a low profile.
Wait, they’re excluding you?
It’s for the best.
[approaching chatter]
That’s my cue. [mouths] Linda, this is our daughter Nicole and our granddaughter, Chelsea. Hi. It’s a pleasure to meet you both. Naomi just texted. She’s on her way. Well, in that case, if you don’t mind, I’m going to go ahead and let my cameraman in. Okay. Good morning. It truly breaks my heart that it’s come to this, but over the past several months, I’ve made every attempt to resolve issues privately with my former wife. But you’ve all seen how that turned out. My wedding devolved into a horror show, and my beautiful bride Hayley and I have not had a moment’s peace since. And adding insult to injury, Ms. Dupree not only resorted to violence, but to malicious slander. Now, I’m a patient man. I really am. I’m a patient man. But soiling my name and reputation is something that I cannot let go unaddressed. So I’m prepared to answer any and all questions. I have nothing to hide. [all clamoring] No, I didn’t invite my ex-wife to my wedding to humiliate her. I was showing our daughters that as family, we can still treat each other with respect and dignity. I even invited some of Dani’s loved ones so she’d have emotional support and because I’d hoped that they could keep her in check. Now, Dani’s sister is a psychiatrist, and perhaps she should be re-evaluated since they’re all sadly in denial about how far my ex-wife’s mental state has deteriorated. Soon, Leslie won’t be the only one with something new.
[gasps] Do tell.
It’s my day off tomorrow. I’m going to the mall to get some much needed retail therapy. Mm. New attitudes all around.
I love it.
You deserve a moment. Honestly, I’m just looking forward to time away from all the constant Dupree chaos. Right? Who would have thought Bill would cause more trouble out of the family than he ever did in it?
Oh, my goodness. Look.
Mm. MONA: You have got to be kidding me. Excuse me, waitress, can you turn that up? LINDA: I’m sure Nicole is very proud to be following in your footsteps, Senator Dupree. I’m the one who’s proud. She’s accomplished so much. I think of my award as belonging to my father, too, and to my mother and all of their friends that continue to be active in civil rights. I could never have accomplished all I have in my life without the sacrifices that they made. Everything I am, I owe to them. Well, you do have another daughter who is in the news lately for a very different reason. There’s a viral video online of your daughter Dani threatening her ex-husband with a loaded gun at his wedding. She was later arrested on attempted murder, but those charges have been dropped. We have nothing more to say on that subject.
But…
As we stated before, we don’t condone Dani’s behavior, but we certainly understand what drove her to it. The cruel and unforgivable behavior of her ex-husband and his secret mistress, now wife. And that’s that. Next question. I have just been informed that Bill Hamilton is giving a press conference at this very moment, and he is alleging that your daughter Dani is suffering from mental deterioration. Do you have any sort of response to that? I can respond to that. Oh, my God. This is getting juicy. Attagirl, Dani. Give him hell! Let me tell you something about Dani Dupree. That woman had the audacity, the sheer gall to show up to my home unannounced like a raging bull. She came to threaten me, to berate my wife. After she had already destroyed and ruined our blessed day. That’s what pushed me to finally say, enough… …is enough. I was hurt deeply. But that does not excuse my actions. I am filled with remorse. My heart aches for all the pain I have caused. I am so… …arrogant. That’s what the Duprees are. They walk around like, like the rules don’t apply to them, like they’re above the law, God’s and man’s. And until they take some responsibility… I take full responsibility for my shameful behavior. When I think about the example I set for my precious girls, I am so ashamed. That is not how my parents raised me. It is a mistake that I will never make again. What’s to stop her from doing it again? Hmm? Dani Dupree is a manipulative serpent who wants to punish me for daring to find happiness. Happiness was a memory at that point. I never intended to hurt a soul. I was just filled with such pain. They shattered my world, and I wanted to ruin their day. Sounds… …petty and desperate jealousy turned Dani into a monster, a violent and dangerous… …threat to no one, least of all Bill and Hayley, after they showed such generosity in dropping those charges. I am filled with gratitude for that. And for my family.
So, you’re my new partner.
Marcel Malone. I’ve been looking forward to this. It’s not every day you get to break cases with a legendary detective. Well, you can start by getting my coffee. I take it black. I’m a cop, not an errand boy. You can fetch your own coffee. Good answer. But you forgot to address me as “Detective.” And that’ll be the last time you disobey an order. Okay, rookie? It’s a pleasure meeting you, too. Sorry to disappoint. Maybe you thought we’d become friends and do brunch, but here’s how it’s gonna go. You gonna keep your nose clean and out of my business. Otherwise, you gonna wish you never met me.
Any questions?
Just one. So when we hit the streets and play good cop, bad cop, I’m guessing I’m the good cop, right, Detective? ♪ ♪ I know it’s early, but after that performance, you’ve earned it. Thank you, sweetie. I mean, the way you handled yourself in that interview was just perfection. You sound surprised. What did you think was gonna happen when Dani Dupree
walked in the room?
With you, we never know. But I’m glad you got to set the record straight. Listen, girls, I wanna apologize for everything that I’ve put you through over the past year. Now, I meant what I said the other night before Jacob walked in with handcuffs. I am ready to move on. And I hope you are too, sweetie. Have you kissed and made up with that fine husband of yours yet? It’s not that simple.
He arrested you.
He was doing his job, Naomi. I was wrong. Baby, don’t let my mistake cost you the love of a lifetime. He’s one of the good ones. Stop pushing him away. Linda and her crew have all departed. We can breathe easy now. Done. Good. I can give you back your outfit, Mom. These shoes are squeezing my toes. Helped with the waterworks.
I was crying from pain.
Glad to be of service. I know I promised I wouldn’t interfere, but once I saw what Bill was up to, I couldn’t let his voice be the only one people heard. No apology necessary. You showed the world why the Duprees are a force to be reckoned with. We should have had more faith that you’d be able to hold your own in that situation. Your daddy and I are so proud of you. My mother never had anything this nice. Oh, look what I found in your drawer.
Oh, thank goodness.
Mm-hmm. I wouldn’t want to lose this. It was an anniversary gift from Ted. Every time I look at it, I can’t help but think how different my life would have been without him. Did you catch the interview? I did. It looked like Dani was going through it. I really felt for my sister. But at the same time, her daughters witnessed their mother being accountable for her actions. Not every parent has the strength to do that.
KAT: Yo, Chels.
Hey. What’s good? I’m prepping for that meet with the venture capital firm. Kat, I keep telling you I want us to do this on our own. And that’s still an option. But we’d be crazy not to take the meet and hear their pitch.
I guess.
Table it for now. You gotta be on mental overload after Aunt Dani’s arrest and that interview this morning. I’m doing all right. Mom seems to be more stable than she’s been in a minute. And thank God Dad dropped the charges against her. But back to this venture capital thing. We’ll table it till tomorrow. Tonight, let’s wild out and celebrate. I’d love to, but I can’t.
I already made plans.
Another photo shoot?
Come on, reschedule.
This one’s personal. For real? I’m about to miss my mom’s award ceremony for our business. The least you could do is push back a date with one of your random situationships. Uh, it’s more than that.
I don’t want to get into it.
Since when? Your whole life is online. You stay posting everything. What’s with the secrecy all of a sudden? Look, the people that I’m seeing, they like
to keep things low-key.
Hold up. People?
As in more than one?
Mm-hmm. Again? Did the lieutenant okay overtime, rookie? Or we’re just not that welcome at home since you put your mother-in-law behind bars? I thought we were staying out of each other’s business. Don’t flatter yourself. I couldn’t give a rat’s ass about your personal life, except when it affects the job. Now, you lose focus out there crying about wifey, and it puts my life on the line. And that I won’t tolerate. You done? Not so eager to work with this legendary detective now, are you? I’ll see you tomorrow. Smart-ass. NICOLE: Did you catch the interview? Yeah. Had it on in the clinic waiting room. Dani had them eating out of her hands.
Here or the dining room?
Here. I’m sure there wasn’t a dry eye in the house when Chelsea and Naomi came over and hugged her at the end. Bill’s not gonna like that, having his daughter side with Dani. We’re not gonna have people looking at his side of things. Bill can go to hell. I am done with his ego and narcissism. Yeah, pitting his daughter against her husband, to arrest Dani? Hmm. That is some next-level selfishness. [chuckles] Yeah. I hope Jacob and Naomi are working things out. If you want me to talk to him, I’m happy to. That’s sweet. But what would you say? Well, that we’ve had our share of challenges over the years, but we never threw in the towel. And that everything that we’ve built has been because of the choices that we made way back then. Smartest decision I ever made was agreeing to marry you. Mm. And leave my wife the hell alone. Because if you ever come for my wife again, I will destroy you. Ooh… Why, Teddy. Teddy bear. I’ve never seen you this angry before. You need to consult a good therapist. What’s the latest on the Richardsons? Nicole’s excited about the award ceremony coming up. That makes two of us. I, uh, I had a chat with Ted today.
Oh. What about?
My father. What? I told him I never knew my real dad, and I always wondered about him. You need to be careful, Eva. You’re playing a dangerous game. Okay, so this is the Mims case. You’ll be taking point while I’m on my honeymoon. You think you can handle it? De una.I got this on lock. Go enjoy your Roman holiday. Hit up some pasta joints, toss a coin in the Trevi, and come back shining like new money. I’m gonna do that and then some, all right? Just don’t burn the place down while I’m gone. Speaking of heat, I ran into your niece Kat at the wedding.
Oh?
She’s a Dupree, so I know it’s a sticky situation, but if you’re not opposed. Look, hey, man, I’m not about to police your life, okay? You wanna play with fire? Be my guest. NAOMI: When did you know? JACOB: About your dad and Hayley? I mean, I didn’t see it coming. But you, you’re a cop. You read people for a living. And I’m learning to read you. You don’t want to tell me the truth. Would it make a difference? Well, before, I would have said you have a right to your inner thoughts, but now it feels like everybody’s
just lying to me.
Baby, no, that’s not true. It is. It is. And I’m right in there with the rest of my family. Chelsea, my mom, and I all lied to each other for years, telling ourselves that even if Dad was the ultimate manipulator as a lawyer, he’d never pull that crap at home. And then he hides his affair with Hayley for months and compounds it today by announcing his engagement. He just showed the entire world that she means more to him than us, his family. When did you know? [sighs] I didn’t trust Bill Hamilton since the moment I met him. Why not?
Because I see myself in him.
How can you say that? I’m a cop. And part of my training is spotting people’s weaknesses and using it to get the truth. But the difference between me and Bill is why we do it. I use that skill to protect and serve the people of the district. Bill’s about serving himself. So what’s to keep you from crossing those lines like my dad did? One of these days when you get angry with me
or you get tired of me.
Babe, listen. I will never do what Bill did and lie to you about us. Not ever. And if we’re unhappy in this marriage, we’ll say something and do everything we can to save this miracle we found in each other. And whenever you ask, I’ll do my best to tell you the truth. Unless? Unless my job won’t allow it.
Jacob.
The same way your job won’t allow you to tell things to me sometimes. That’s fair, I guess. Look, after everything you’ve been through, you have every right to ask questions. So I’m telling you to have at it. You can check my phone, check my… check my location, check my mileage.
Check–
No, I do trust you. I do. But if it comes down between choosing my family over your job… Like that will ever happen. I mean, I could see Bill getting arrested maybe, but your grandfather, the senator? Your mom, the fashion model? You don’t ever have to worry about our worlds colliding. I don’t want to jinx it by saying it out loud, but it feels like we might actually be about to go on our honeymoon. Oh, girl, it’s happening. You’ve dealt with all the drama. It’s time for some well-deserved R&R. I can’t thank you enough for having my back, Caroline. Please. That’s what a maid of honor is for. Well, most maids of honors don’t have bullets flying past their heads. True. You newlyweds didn’t have the smoothest start, but the important thing is: you did it. You’re right. I’m so excited. I’ve never been overseas, and I am so ready to have Bill all by myself. Ooh!
Don’t hurt him now.
Oh, I make no promises. [both laughing] Oh, come here. So you’re telling me you’re out here sleeping with two guys?
I didn’t say that.
More than two?
Chels, I swear.
Chill. It’s one guy and his wife. Oh, like the same couple as before or…? Same couple. I’ve been with women before, but now I’m feeling it. Actually, really feeling it. So are you, like, bi-leaning now? Ugh– labels. I just like what I like. Doing you in the moment, I feel that. I figured you would, since your brother identifies as queer. Oh, yeah, I wasn’t tripping about that. For me, it’s the whole throuple situation. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it. Nah, that’s not my lane. No shade, but I’m more of a “Michelle looking for her Barack” kind of girl. Mm. Different strokes.
So, how is it?
Oh! Like, for real? [both laughing] Well… Well, if you must know. [whispering]
What?
Yes!
[both laughing]
Mm-hmm. I know. [continues laughing] [bag zipping] What are you doing? I’m not sleeping on the couch again. My back’s killing me, and I need my strength to deal with this new ass at work. I’ll get a hotel room. Well, you don’t need to do that. I don’t know what you expect from me, Naomi. I tried looking the other way when it came to your mother, but it didn’t sit right. And I won’t apologize for doing my job. Well, I don’t want you to leave. But you won’t listen to me either.
So now what?
I don’t know. [cries]
Hey.
I’m sorry. I’m sorry. Hey. No, no, no, no. Come here. Come here. Come here. Come here. Come here. It’s okay. All right? I’m here.
It’s all right.
[sniffling] There we go. I see you found your bracelet. Where was it? You know that saying, “If it was a snake, it would have bit me”?
Yeah.
It bit Eva instead. She found it in my desk. Wow. I’m glad to see she’s working out. I had a good talk with her this morning. She seems to be a real sweetheart. Thank you. I can’t believe you actually talked to him.
What were you thinking?
Leslie, chill. Look, I’m still calling you the right name in public, and Ted still has no clue who I really am. I don’t even know why you broached the subject with him. It’s too risky. Says the woman who introduced herself to Nicole under a fake name and pretended she was suicidal. That was different. I had a plan. Yeah, a plan that could have left me alone out here with no one. I just tried to get to know my father. Is that so wrong? His actions should tell you all you need to know about him. He abandoned us before you were even born. That was forever ago. People can grow and learn from their mistakes. You’re right. You need to learn from mine. Because trusting Ted Richardson was the biggest mistake I ever made. Oh, you were right. My mother was on your side. But even before I talked to her, I knew. I came at you way too hot. And I know you didn’t arrest her to hurt her or bully her. I know how much Bill let you down. But I need you to hear me loud and clear. I’m not Bill. I would never in a million years treat you like that sorry excuse of a man did. I know. I know. That’s why I fell in love with you back when you were testifying cases that I was trying. You were clearly a man of integrity, someone I could trust. So you… you don’t need this anymore. And you’re definitely not sleeping on the couch.
I’m glad we’re okay.
We’re more than okay. [phone vibrating]
What’s good?
Just thinking about you, beautiful. Can’t seem to get you off my mind. Oh, really? And what exactly were you thinking? That I’d love to see you again soon. Is that right? Well, I’m actually headed out of town. Ah, qué pesar. That’s too bad. But when I get back, maybe I could cook you some dinner. It’ll give us a chance to get to know each other. You cook too, amor. You are full of surprises. Anita, darling. I think I might need to call my old friends at the NAACP. ‘Cause when Dani walked in, you crushed my hand like it was Birmingham 1973 all over again. Come on, Vernon, you can handle a little hand holding. And don’t act like you weren’t just as worried she might make a scene and sabotage the whole affair. I’ve seldom been happier to be wrong. Our girl really rose to the occasion. Yeah. It takes a lot for Danielle to humble herself like that. Especially in public. After all the indignities Bill subjected her to. Exactly. And I really am worried that all of this has been too hard on her emotionally. She can at least take pride in the outcome. We definitely won this round. ♪ ♪ Hey, the car is downstairs ready to whisk us off to the airport. I’m just gonna go freshen up before we bounce. Okay. Yeah, I’ll be ready when you are. And baby, trust me, this honeymoon is gonna
be well worth the wait.
Ooh. Yes! All righty. ♪ ♪ BILL: Thank you for coming out to hear the real stories behind the salacious headlines. Now that we can put this all behind us, my beautiful bride Hayley and I have more important matters on our agenda. Namely, our long-awaited honeymoon in Italy. I’m not gonna spend another second on this foolishness when there’s so much happiness for us to embrace.
Isn’t that right, sweetheart?
Yes. Mm. Kiss this, baby. Could I get a fresh gin and tonic, please? Uh-uh, leave it. I want to watch it go bye-bye.
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Traci, for someone who’s been on an absolute whirlwind, you seem refreshed.
Oh.
Doesn’t she? Traci seems to sparkle no matter what. All right, you are so sweet. And you are so silly. Traci, allow the man to gush. It is his prerogative. Thank you for the back up, Jack. Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry. Please proceed. You know, you seem pretty happy yourself, Alan. Well, I can explain the chemical reactions my brain has when it sees Traci. There’s the dopamine, which is the high, the oxytocin, which is the warmth, and the serotonin, which is the contentment. All good stuff now that I’m finally seeing you. Which is to say, I missed you very much. I missed you too. Has it been that long since you two have seen each other? A lot longer than I thought it would be. Really? What happened?
You want to tell the story?
Oh, no, no. I would not deprive you of the pleasure.
Please, you go ahead.
You sure? You two are just adorable. Tell the story. All right, so I was on my way to a conference in D.C. And I was in New York, as you know, doing a little business, meeting with my publisher and the like. So, I had the brilliant idea of sneaking up to New York to surprise her. Oh, be still my heart. But you know what they say, man plans, God laughs. Didn’t go exactly as you thought it would. Complete and utter disaster. All right, show me where Phyllis was grabbed. Right here, but that’s where she was last seen. Where she was grabbed. This is where Sharon was last seen. All right, where was the van stolen? Right here. Hey, what are you guys looking at? Has here been news about Mom? Not specifically, no. We would have contacted you right away. But we do have some new information. We’re getting closer, kiddo. Yeah, the van that was taken from the medical supply parking lot, we have security cam footage of some of the vehicle’s movements. Does that mean that we know where Mom and Sharon are located? No, but we think we have the general vicinity. Every step gets us closer to finding them. Hey, freak, you watching this? You, ooh, are you watching me now? Look what I’m doing. I got a metal object in my hand. This is your chance. It’s your chance. You could zap me with 1,000 watts of electricity and take me out. Huh, you don’t have any response to that? Really, you’re not even going to use your loud noise? You listening? Maybe you’re not even there anymore. Doesn’t matter. Sharon, rise and shine. All right, come on, come on. You got to help me. You got to help me now. Get up. Teamwork makes the dream work, whatever that is. Come on. Sharon. Sharon. Sharon! Alan, I have a hard time believing that your very romantic idea ended in disaster. Yeah, not with the way you two look at each other. Come on, how do we look at each other? I have no idea what they’re talking about. Neither do I. Tell us about New York. Ah, yes. Well… complete and utter panic on my part.
Not on Traci’s, of course.
I was already in New York. I knew nothing about the surprise. But my agent decided to book me on a last minute book reading in Charleston. So, as my train was pulling into Penn Station, her plane was taking off from JFK. So, by the time we were able to actually connect, it was too late for him to come and meet me. Right. So then I decided to come back here, set up a nice warm welcome home and then my flight here was delayed. Freezing rain in March. It does happen. So it’s been quite a long time. It has. But somehow we survived because we are so brave. So brave. Courage. Traci, I love you. Mm. Too much? Should we stop?
No, no, never.
No, no. That is not what you were going to say. No, I was going to say, Traci, I love you and you deserve all the happiness in the world. And Alan, after everything you did for Ashley, you deserve some happiness too. I hope the two of you get more than a couple days together this time. Oh, thank you. We are grateful no matter how much time we get together. But what if I’m grateful and greedy? What if I want more? Well, I want more too, but work is work. Alan, what can we do? No, I’m glad you asked that because I was thinking if I quit my speaking engagements, we’d have more time to travel together, if that’s what you’d like. You sound so confident, Dad. That’s because I am. Really? I mean, you’re sure that we’re going to find them? You don’t think that there’s a possibility that it might be too late? Supergirl, I swear to you, on my life, that thought has never crossed my mind. Just think about how tough your mother and Sharon are. How hard they would fight to get back to the people they love. Besides, somebody took Sharon and Phyllis for a reason and it wasn’t to hurt them. We don’t know who kidnapped them or why they did it. If they were even kidnapped. Seriously? If? Oh, look, I’m not trying to downplay that at all. I’m just going by the facts. You know, I’m trying not to make assumptions. The security footage, it doesn’t show abduction and I’m just keeping that in mind. Okay, but Chance, facts aside, you have instincts, right? What are those telling you? Well, after what we just learned in the past 12 hours, I will admit, I do have a bad feeling about this. Sharon, hey, come on, get up. Sharon, come on. Come on, let’s get up. Let’s get up. Don’t– don’t– don’t’ freak me out, okay? Please don’t freak me out. Come on, we’re in this together. Sharon. Oh, my– oh, my God. Sharon, come on, come on, come on. I don’t– There’s no pulse. Oh, my God, I don’t feel a pulse. What did you do to her? What did you do to her? Hey, Sharon, wake up. Come on, come on. Oh, my God. Now, don’t say no, okay? Say you’ll think about it. And remember, I’m the most amazing travel companion ever. Well, there’s absolutely no doubt about that. Alan is the only one who’s figured out how to wake me up when I have these early meetings that I just dread. ALAN: Room service coffee set up by the bed so that the aroma wafts into her dreams. And then he sets up my shower for me. Which is scalding, by the way. It’s kind of terrifying. I actually did complain about the hot showers
and the steam in the room.
All that aside, it sounds like a match made in heaven. Who can say no to that? Everybody, let’s slow down for a second. Alan, you’re talking about giving up your public speaking career. What am I actually giving up? You know, being away from you to talk to strangers and say the same things I’ve said a dozen times. No, but I would never ask you to do that, to give up something, such a big part of your life. Alan, if I may. Please, thank you. He offered it, sweetheart. Maybe he means it. Maybe that’s what he wants. But– but I also know that you have a life. I don’t want to crowd you or… No, no, it’s not about that. I mean, I look at you and it’s always more joy. You could never crowd me. I mean it. That’s a relief. For a minute, I thought you were going to say you like taking breaks from me, which would be totally understandable. Oh, come on and tell me that you know better than this and you’re just teasing. You know, I thought Jack was the king of romantic gestures, but Traci, you’ve got a strong contender here. You two have seen each other through the dark times into the light, and I, for one, think we could all use a few more bright moments. I’m glad you see my logic. I am glad my sister has you in her life. Oh, I’m the lucky one. Traci has a wonderful family, a brilliant career, people who love her. It’s very true. My life in Paris wasn’t quite so full, and after last year, it got a little bit worse. Losing your brother. Yeah. I was alone in Paris, and I could still be alone, but I’m not because of you. Alan, I love hearing the compliments and hearing how you see me, but you have to know I am more grateful for you. When I look at you, I am reminded what it really feels like to be completely happy in a way that I haven’t felt in years. So yes, yes, I would want more moments like that. Thank you very much. JACK: Isn’t that the essence of love? To want more days, more moments with someone we know makes us happy. By that definition, I am tragically in love. In fact, if I thought I had a shot, I’d ask you to marry me right now. Oh my God, this is bad. This is really bad. Dad, do you still feel so confident after hearing him say that? Hey, I did not say that to make you worry, okay? This is me just assessing the situation. Now based on what I’ve seen, I do think a crime has been committed, okay? I don’t think your mother or Sharon left of their own volition. You guys have said as much and I’m just agreeing, that’s all. But if you have a bad feeling… Chance is just listening to us, all right? He is on our side. He’s going to help us figure this out. Yes, put it a lot better than I did. Thank you. Bottom line is we’re going to bring them home. Okay, yeah, you’re right. What do we do next? I think we should do a door-to-door search, like a four-block radius. Agreed, agreed. I’m working on some search warrants right now, too. Search warrants? How long is that going to take? I can’t be sure.
It depends on the judge.
Man, forget the judge. I’ll just put Newman Security on it.
Nick.
Are you going to tell me no? No, I’m going to tell you that using a private team could compromise evidence for an investigation and a possible trial. Man, I don’t care about that. The only thing that matters is finding Sharon and Phyllis. Chance, please. I’m not arguing. I’m just saying. What streets are you looking at? Well, I think we should start here, and if we don’t find anything there, then we–
We expand the search.
Exactly. What is this area? I don’t recognize it. CHANCE: It’s a bunch of medical warehouses, some office buildings, a medical facility here and there. You know what? New Hope used to source from a company there, but then the vendor went out of business. Yeah, it looks like most of these places around here are empty, maybe all of them. So, it’s just a bunch of abandoned buildings? Yeah, deserted, no workers, no trucks going in and out. Checks all the boxes. SUMMER: I don’t get this. I don’t. Why would somebody take the both of them? I mean, what do they want? It’s not money or else they would have reached out by now. So, they clearly don’t want the cash.
What do they want?
Hey. What’s going to happen if they don’t get it? Listen to me. We’re close, okay? We’re going to get you every answer that you need. Just hang in there a little bit longer. PHYLLIS: Oh, my God, I can’t feel her pulse. Are you listening? Do you hear me? Oh, my God, how do I help her? What do I do to fix it? Is it the water? The water? The antidote? Oh, my– The bottle, the bottle. Where is it? Oh, God. Oh, God. I drank it all. Oh, my God, I drank it all. But you knew that, didn’t you? What do I do? Oh, my God, what do I do? Tell me what I do! Oh, my God. What is this? You freak. When I find out who you are… “I mark my time in blood, sweat, and tears.” Crazy freak. I’m going to find out who you are after I save her. I’m coming for you. I swear I am coming for you. Sharon, Sharon. What a person won’t do to get a free trip to Manhattan. I can see a smile on your face, but panic in your eyes. I threw way too much at you before your second cup, and I’m so sorry. Alan, Alan. This is not panic.
You know, we could, um–
Right, I forgot. We could say a lot of awkward things to get us out of here. Oh, no, no. I don’t want to drive you guys away. JACK: No, not at all. Trust me, he wouldn’t leave his baby sister alone right now if he didn’t know that’s exactly what she wants. Thank you, Diane. And I’ll see you later, Jack. See, I can take a hint. [Alan sighing] Not very smooth, am I? I will let you know in a minute. Is there something that you wanted to say to me? Yeah, get a full crew ready. I’ll meet you there. Okay. Chance is right, all right? We’re closing in. My crew is going to tear that place apart. You’re going to keep me posted, right? Even if it’s just to say that there’s no news. Yes, I will, but if I don’t get back to you right away, please don’t assume the worst. Dad, I’m not, I’m not sure about this. All right, how about this? I will do my absolute best to keep a cool head, and you do the same. [Summer sighing] All right, you’ll let me know if you learn anything new? I’ll call you. Same goes for you. All right.
A little bit longer.
Be careful. Let’s get you something to eat. You know that I can’t eat. Want to try? Can you eat right now? Well, you know me. I can always eat. Sometimes I think we know each other too well. It’s not a bad thing. You’re right. I knew that you were worried about my mom and Sharon, even though you didn’t want to jump to conclusions. Yeah, look, I’m– I’m apprehensive. Okay, I have concerns, but I am very confident that we’re going to find them, and we’re going to bring them home. I can tell that you mean it. That’s the only reason I’m not a complete wreck right now. Good. [Summer sighing] If you can, please trust me on this. Okay, I know it’s hard after everything with Daniel. I’m trying. You don’t have to get into us right now. But just please know that you can count on me. No, I, I, I do. I mean, you listen to me about my mom and you’re helping my dad. You didn’t even put up a fight when he wanted to use a private search team. Yeah, well, we’re lost. You’re a good guy, Chance. You’re a good cop. Thank you for that. Can you promise everything is really going to be okay? Hey, we are going to find your mom and we are going to find Sharon, and we are going to bring them home safely. It’s just a matter of time. PHYLLIS: I mark my time in blood, sweat, and tears. I mark my time in blood, sweat, and tears. I swear to God, I hate you. My God. Sharon, all right. I gotta, I gotta, um, do– do CPR. Okay. One, two, three, four. One, two, three, four. One, two, three, four. Sharon? Please. Hey. Wake up. Okay, pinch your nose. Come on, come on, Sharon. One, two, three, four. Come on, come on. I swear to you. I swear to you. Do not leave me here alone, please. One, two, three… One, two, three, four. One, two, three– Oh, God. Oh, God. Are you okay? Are you okay? Please say you’re okay. What happened? Oh, my God. Sharon, you died. You died. You were dead. He murdered you, and he just left you there, and there was a card. There was a card, and if I didn’t see it, oh my God. The brain has only so much time. The oxygen to your brain. How many fingers do I have up? My head is killing me. Because you died. You were dead. Unless that was a trick. Was it a trick? I CPR’d you. There’s no way you can fake that. You died. How did he do that to you? I brought you back to life. Did I pass the test? Go slow. Just go slow, okay? Just keep breathing. Keep breathing. You saved my life. Well, the V-bot didn’t give me options, you know? I had to. No, you didn’t have to do that. Yeah, I did, Sharon. I had to do it. Turns out I was right about you, wasn’t I? Don’t make a big deal out of this, okay? I mean, a few minutes ago, you were a corpse. So, if you want to spend the rest of your alive days saying, I told you so. No, you can spend it however you want, Phyllis, but I saved your life, and you saved mine. Yeah, they will be in touch, Chance. They know they have to be fast and thorough. And we will be. Okay, thanks.
Hey.
Hey. Thought you might be here. Do you have anything new? Chance is going over some security footage. Um, it might narrow down the search area for where Sharon and Phyllis are being held. Okay, well, that’s great. Whereabouts? It’s an old warehouse district. A lot of abandoned buildings. A lot of places in the shadows to hide where nobody can hear you. It’s not exactly a reassuring thought, is it? No, it’s not. Have you got something? I do, actually. Um, I got a text. Usually, I would trash it because I would assume it’s spam, but– Not this time? No, and I think when you see it, you’re gonna agree with me. Look, anything you have is worth taking a look at. Okay, so I got the number for Phyllis’ burner phone from Daniel, the one that she called Summer from. And I called it, you know, once or twice. Yeah, we’ve done that, too. We never got an answer. No, nobody picked up, but this text came through.
What did the text say?
Look at it. Does that make any sense to you? Click here for information on the Havenhurst Psychiatric Clinic. [Alan sighing] Alan, I’m really not trying to put you on the spot. I just want to understand what it is you’re saying. Oh, can you tell I’m winging this? Um, I don’t know what to say. Look, it was spontaneous. Uh, it was not planned and maybe ill-conceived. I– I– We don’t have to have this discussion right now if you don’t want to. You mean you want to set aside this conversation and maybe circle back to it, maybe not? I mean, you know, if that’s what you want. It’s not what I want. I spent a lifetime without you, Traci. It was productive, interesting, challenging, you know. In some ways, they were good. In some ways, I wish I could forget. But then, I think, was it really living? I don’t think so. Because now there’s this woman in my life who radiates warmth, humanity, who has a curious mind, a generous heart. And when I was away from you, it made me remember what my world was like before you. And you know what? It was not enough. Not compared to what we have. Look, I want to give you space, but I want to be nearer to you. I want to be your partner, your friend, lover, family. You are the one thing in my life I never realized I didn’t have. I love you very much. Traci Abbott, will you marry me? Alan Laurent, yes, I will marry you. ALAN: I just want to hold on to this moment. Oh, I do too. Is it all too fast? For whom? For you, I don’t know, the world. Obviously not for me. I’ve been the picture of restraint until today. If it was up to me, I would have proposed after the first kiss. Well, that might have been a little bit too soon. Well, some might say today is too. Well, who cares what the rest of the world thinks? How about you? What do you think? How do you feel? Oh, Alan… you come to a point where you convince yourself that you don’t need this kind of love anymore. Your life is fine. It’s full of joy. Little, small, big joys, wins, losses, memories of your special people. Like your daughter who passed away. Yes, I talk to her every single day and I’ve told her all about you.
You think she’d approve of me?
TRACI: I do. Finding you has been this really unexpected gift, like, like a bonus chapter to what’s already a lovely life. Well, all the days we have left, I want to spend with you. That sounds wonderful. But we have to make it official. What? Isn’t it official?
No, no.
You asked, I answered.
It seems official.
We need the ring, okay? We need to get you a ring. And don’t say you don’t need one. This is for me, okay? Because if we do spend time apart, you need to have a reminder of me right on your hand. Well, that sounds beautiful. But all of this can wait. No, I disagree. I’ll be right back. No, you’re so impulsive today. Yeah, but this is our time, all right? Let me make it special. I’ll be right back. I’ll be back, don’t worry. Hey, I hope you’re not fleeing the scene. Oh, no, it’s just a little something that’s missing. It’s very important, but I’ll be back in no time at all.
Okay.
Okay. Thank you. Traci, Alan was just leaving. He was practically running. So, sis, any news? It reads like an automated response, like a courtesy text you get when a business is closed. So you didn’t get that text when you called the burner phone? Nope. And neither did anyone else or they would have mentioned it. Okay, so to me, this is either on purpose or it’s one hell of a glitch. What about that link? Did you click on it? No, not yet. I didn’t want to risk it. Smart. Let’s get that to Chance right away. You don’t think this is spam, Nick? Let’s see if this is even a real place to start with. Mm. So Havenhurst Clinic is an actual clinic. It seems like it’s permanently closed, though. I’ve got a map of the warehouse district that Chance’s team can search. Let me guess.
Havenhurst is in there.
It is. And that can’t possibly be a coincidence. Please, Sharon, don’t drink that fast. Don’t chug it just in case this freak spiked it. Please. Our host has way too big of an ego to try to pull the same trick twice. They’re enjoying impressing us with their creativity. Well, I think you’re giving whoever it is too much credit. Just go slow. Gee, it almost sounds like you care, Phyllis. And you know what? It’s starting to become very clear to me that’s what all of this is about. Getting past the hate, seeing the bigger picture. Mm, well, the joke’s on them. Because I can still hate you and not want you dead. But you’ve wanted me dead in the past, haven’t you? So now, what’s different? This situation has changed things. It’s changed us. Mm. You don’t have to psychoanalyze the situation. It’s not that deep. You know, there’s no bigger picture. I mean, this is just some twisted fun for that sick freak that likes to see us suffer. That’s true. The voice is enjoying this. Get some sort of joy out of gaining a sense of control and power. Thank you. Of course, there can be other layers to this, regardless. Remember, I told you what the voice said. To think of this as an experiment. They’re getting some sort of satisfaction out of accomplishment. Right. Right. Like a puppet master. Yes, but he or she was looking for some sort of a result. Like, they were trying to convince us, or themselves, that humanity can rise above darker emotions. Okay, or self-preservation trumps all. Really? Maybe we saved each other because we just didn’t want to be alone. That’s not very noble, isn’t it? Okay, well, now we’re just talking in circles because you insist on being so contrary. Well, you insist on being a know-it-all. Well, I’m not saying that that’s the only reason behind all this. I’m sure there are others. But I am saying that one of the points is to cast a light on our relationship. That is clear to me. And it has become very serious. It’s gotten to an extreme point. Literal life or death. All right. So, I mean, did we dance to your tune? The question is, what happens next? Look, I know this is tough, but we’re going to figure it out. I am going to go update Daniel and try to get some work done, but I will be waiting for a phone call from you and my dad. Okay. Now, if you need anything… I will call you. Hey, glad I caught you both. Billy got a text. A text from who, Phyllis? No, but it’s all connected. Tell him. I called Phyllis’ burner phone. Daniel gave me the number. Nobody picked up when I did call, but once I disconnected, a text came through from a business, like a follow-up text. Wait, from the same number? I mean, why now? I’ve called that number like a million times. I don’t know. That’s what we’re trying to figure out. So the phone is connected to a business. What did the text say? Text mentioned something about a Havenhurst Psychiatric Clinic, which just happens to be…
In our search zone.
You got it. Wait, so one of those abandoned medical buildings. Does that mean we’re in the right area? It’s a very specific clue, but is it the truth? Or is it a trap? What’s next? I think that’s the wrong question. Well, of course it is, because I’m the one who asked it. No, no, no, no. Because it puts everything back. That freak show’s court gives them the control. We take the control. Just like you said, we had to get past everything. I saved your life, you saved my life. We got past all of our history. And then it was just us, and we had to lean on each other. Not just tolerate each other, not just put up with each other. We had to believe in each other emotionally and mentally. We had to keep breathing together. That’s what it is. Oh, my gosh. That’s the final riddle. We have to find an escape route together. If it were that simple, we would have done it already. No, we wouldn’t have, Sharon. Because we had the distraction of being here together, and fighting, and everything, our basic loathing with each other. And dare I say, things are different now. Listen. I don’t hear anything. No. No, you don’t hear anything because the voice is gone. So, you’re saying this is it? This is our chance to get out? Yeah, this is it. And there is a way out. There has to be. Because if there weren’t, we were never intended to survive. And that’s not the case. Death is not an option. It’s not an option. It’s not. Okay? It’s teamwork. Pure and focused teamwork. That’s how we get our freedom. Alan’s left you speechless. He sure ran out of here on a mission. If you want to keep all this to yourselves for now, we understand. No, no, no, I want you to know. I want the whole world to know. Oh, Jack, love finds you in the strangest, most surprising times. And now, I think it appears I’m going to be married. And Alan has run out to buy a ring to make it official. Wow, how wonderful. Oh, and so romantic. It is, isn’t it? I’m still trying to catch up. Okay, let me recap. Alan misses you and wants to spend as much time with you as possible, so he very sweetly and spontaneously asked you to be his partner for life. Is that what happened? Yes, and it appears you said yes. I think I did. I think I did. Oh, it just doesn’t feel real yet. Hey, are you happy? I am, Jack. And is this really what you want? More than anything. [phone pinging] Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc. Captioning provided by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, Sony Pictures Television and CBS, Inc. Join us again for “The Young and the Restless.”
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B&B Transcript Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Bold & The Beautiful Transcript
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[ominous music plays] How could you possibly let Luna out of prison? You put our daughter and our family in danger. I am making sure you will not hurt anyone else. You’re going back where you belong. No, please. Please, Dad, please don’t let them do this. -I can’t go back there! -You’re a convicted murderer. You never should have been here in the first place! She was going to be killed in there. No one cares about that. You’re putting everyone at risk! Say goodbye to your freedom, Luna. -No, no! -Oh, yeah, come on. Vacation’s over. You had your fun. Let’s go. Dad, please, please do something! I can’t go back there. I’m gonna die in there! Please! [Luna crying] -Enjoy. -Thank you so much. -[sighs] -I was just thinking. Could you imagine having Luna as a daughter? It can’t be easy on Poppy. Yeah, well, my pity only goes so far. You can’t blame Poppy for this. What, that her daughter’s a serial killer? I mean, she raised her, Sheila. Oh, yeah, that’s right. That’s right. Just blame the mom, huh? That’s what everybody seems to do. Um, her dad was a pretty good soul. I mean, I think Tom Starr woulda been a terrific dad. Come on, baby. That’s a little bit of a stretch, don’t you think? Not that I didn’t adore Tom. You know, Poppy left pretty quickly. Yeah. I guess Li wanted to see her. DEACON: Hmm. -But I do wonder why. -I don’t know. Li’s a tough cookie. I wouldn’t wanna be on her bad side. [edgy music plays] She lied to me. She swore up and down that I wasn’t the father. Luna’s my daughter. POPPY: Li. Hi! You wanted to see me? You know, we don’t know the real story. I mean, we’ve got no idea why Li and Poppy were estranged all those years. Yeah, well, families just get messy sometimes. Yeah, I get that. I mean, you know, it sounds like Poppy was a wild child, you know, going to music festivals, -living life on the road. -I don’t think they could be any more different, quite honestly, but… I don’t know, this thing with Luna– I think it might have changed their dynamic. Well, Poppy did say that she and Li haven’t been this close in years. So you see? Maybe something good did come out of this tragedy. Maybe they…they’re finally gonna have a relationship that’ll last. [laughs] I was so excited to get your text. And I thought… let’s do brunch this weekend. -Hmm. -Yeah let’s spend time together like now that we’re acting like real sisters again. Mm? My sweet little sister. All right. You know, I used to hate that when you called me that– your sweet little sister. But now…I love it. I do. It’s a badge that I wear with honor. Oh, with honor. Really. Li, you’re one of the most influential people in my life. I’ve admired you from the day that I was born. And the fact that we’ve made peace… …that means the world to me because family is everything. -[strained] Mm-hmm. -It’s everything. Yes, my family matters to me more than you could ever imagine. I will do everything I can to protect the ones I love. I know I don’t deserve anyone’s sympathy. -Far from it. -And I’m not making excuses for myself, okay? I am so horrified by what I’ve done. But I cannot go back to prison. -You have no choice. -I’m gonna die in there! Please, Finn! I’m your daughter now. You just said that you wish you were around to help me, and now I need your help now. Please, Finn, I’m gonna die! Yeah, Luna, you are my daughter, but first and foremost… …you killed two men and you attacked the love of my life. [intense music plays] [soft background music plays] Luna’s a bad seed. She’s definitely got the crazy gene, that’s for sure. Yeah. She’s gonna be paying for it. She’s gonna be incarcerated for the rest of her life. Yeah, well, that’s not long enough as far as I’m concerned. I mean, all Tom wanted to do was be a part of her life, and she barely even knew Hollis. But, you know, he was on to her, so she had to take him out too. I can’t help it. Every time– Sheila, every time I look at Poppy, I just feel… It makes me think what her daughter took away from us. Hey. I understand why you’re feeling that way. Do you? I mean, do you really? Because you seem–you seem super invested in Poppy right now. I mean, frankly, I’m just surprised you’ve got so much sympathy for her. Poppy is really feeling it right now, and quite honestly, I am too. I know what it’s like to be a mother separated from your child. I get that, I get that. I understand. But that’s not what I’m talking about. Sheila, I can’t put my finger on it, but there is something about Poppy that I do not trust. Li, I need to tell you something. Do you remember when I said that Luna wasn’t at the prison? -Yes. -And they wouldn’t say anything about where she was, whether she had been transferred to another facility, if she was sick or injured, and I have no idea where she is. I’m worried about her, Li, and I don’t know what to do. I tried calling her lawyer, and he won’t return my calls. And I hate to say it, but… I’m beginning to wonder if she’s still alive. Oh, don’t be ridiculous, Penelope. Of course she’s still alive. Okay. B-but how would we know that for sure? I haven’t heard from her in so long, and there’s no way for me to get in touch with her. And they just turn me away at the facility with no explanation, just that she’s still serving her sentence, but they won’t tell me where. I know where she is. -You do? -Yes. Where? She’s at Bill’s. Bill…Spencer’s? No, no. No, that’s impossible. That can’t be correct. It is. I’m certain of it. How– You’ve seen her? No. But Finn did. My son. Your nephew. Luna’sfather. [dramatic musical sting] Luna, you are my daughter… but you killed two people. Maybe I could have changed things for you. Maybe I could have changed the course of your life, and I wish I would have been given that chance. But Steffy’s right. You need to go back to prison and pay for your crimes. No, Dad, I can’t go back there. Please, I’m begging you. -It’s the right thing to do. -LUNA: You don’t mean that. Okay? I-I’m good here. I feel like my old self again, like when I was little. You remember that girl, right? Only this time, I’m your daughter. I’m your own flesh and blood. And nothing’s gonna change that, and you’re also not gonna change my mind. Bill– STEFFY: Oh, stop. Bill can’t save you. Not this time, Luna. You should be ashamed of yourself. TAYLOR: Did you even consider the repercussions? Having her released on house arrest? You know what, next time you get lonely, Why don’t you rescue a dog or something? All right, enough! Maybe I made a mistake. Maybe I overstepped. But I wanted to help Luna in a way that no one helped me when I was a kid. Oh, boy. Poor Bill. Do you understand how insane you sound? Luna killed two people. You may feel sorry for her, but I don’t. Now, I’m gonna get justice for Tom and Hollis and for me, too. [phone rings] -Baker. -Chief, it’s Steffy Forrester. Steffy. What can I do for you? I’m with an inmate you might be interested in. An inmate? Yes. Luna Nozawa. She’s at Bill’s house. -Are you safe? -At the moment, yes. I’ll be right there. Don’t let her leave. I won’t. She’s not going anywhere. Hear that? Cops are coming. Enjoy your last moments of luxury, because you’re going back to prison. Please, please, I-I can’t go back there, okay? Not when I just found you. Please let me stay. Please. I-I won’t leave this house. I just… I don’t wanna be away from my dad. [somber music plays] [moody music plays] Hey, what do you mean that-that you don’t trust Poppy? It’s just a feeling I get. It’s a feeling I’ve learned not to ignore. Come on, Sheila. Poppy has got a lotta secrets. LI: I know your secret. Finn told me everything. -Li, please– -Your sick, sordid behavior. I’ve always known you had no morals. But to take advantage of my 18-year-old son? No, no, wait, please. It wasn’t like that. We had– Like hell it wasn’t, Penelope. I don’t care that Finn was adopted. He’s family. You’re his aunt. -[whispering] I know, I know. -His aunt! -[loudly] I know! -How could you, Penelope? -Do you resent me that much? -[whispers] No. Did you do it to get back at me? To take the most precious thing in my life? No, no, no, no, no, no, i-it wasn’t like that, I swear. I would never pressure Finn into anything, okay? He wanted it as much as I did– Oh, stop it! I don’t believe you. This behavior is right up your alley– sleeping with one guy after the next. But to stoop so low… Okay, no, it is–it is not how anything that you’re imagining, okay? It was–it was just– we had something beautiful– Beautiful?Beautiful? [scoffs] You’re delusional. You got pregnant with your nephew’s child, Penelope. His cousin is now his daughter, and you’re telling me he wanted it? I know, okay? I understand how it looks, okay? And-and it-it wasn’t– it wasn’t appropriate– It’s disgusting! Reprehensible! You crossed a line, Penelope, that you will never come back from–do you hear me? You will not get away with this! [intense music plays] [tense music plays] You can’t run, Luna. The police will be here any second. No. I’m not going back there. You’re gonna stay right where you are. No, I won’t survive. I swear. I mean it. Do you have any sense of what you’ve done? Any at all? You almost took Steffy away from us, away from her children. And I’m sorry. I really am. -No, you’re not. -I mean it! Okay? If I could take it all back, I would. I-I wouldn’t have hurt all those people. -I don’t know what got into me. -How dumb do you think we are? You’re only saying this because you’ve been busted. You want Finn to think that you feel remorse. [whimpers] No… You’re a psychiatrist, right? You understand how damaging traumatic childhoods can be. That’s no excuse for what you’ve done. I have patients with backgrounds far more tragic than yours, and they’ve managed not to kill anyone. Why do you think you’re entitled to walk away with a slap on the wrist? And you–you got her out. There’s no excuse in the world for what you’ve done. LUNA: Bill is not to blame, okay? He’s been wonderful. He-he understands how much I’ve struggled not having a father growing up and not having a dad to-to care for me and to protect me. But now I do, okay? Now I know who helped bring me into the world, and it’s the most incredible man I know, and you guys are trying to rip me away from him! This is because ofyou,Luna! Youmessed this up. All-all I’m asking is just please just let me stay a little longer. Not a chance in hell. But I may never see my father again! [crying] Police. Chief Baker, she’s right here. What the hell is she doing here? -Ask Bill. -[police radio chatter] You’re supposed to be locked up. I can explain, okay? I’m on house arrest. Enough! Chief Baker, take her away. [dark music plays] Okay, Li, just-just stay calm and, you know, sit down because, you know, we can– -we can discuss this. -And what, listen to more of your excuses? No, no, okay? I-I will tell you anything that you wanna know– the truth, everything that you wanna know– More than 20 years, Penelope, more than 20 years you’re hiding this. You looked me in the eye, never said a word. ‘Cause I swear I didn’t know who the father really was, and -I didn’t wanna start trouble– -How could you have known? How could you have known? There were so many men, including my son! I–You’re starting to scare me. You should be scared. You created a monster. My son and Steffy will have to live with that for the rest of their lives because of yourirresponsibility, your twisted, depraved behavior. How can you even look at yourself in the mirror? I can barely stand to watch you breathe. I’ve always known you have no integrity. But this? Huh? God, what a fool I’ve been. I felt so bad for you! Uh-uh. I accused you of having an affair with my husband in my own home. I felt guilty for thinking you could do such a horrible thing. I was wrong. But what you did was a thousand times worse. You didn’t just target my husband. You went after my son! -No–wait, n-no– -Yes! You went after my son, and now he has to accept that he has a daughter that tried to murder his wife? Because of you, Penelope! -You! -Aah– [Li grunts] [intense music plays] Somebody tell me what’s going on here. Luna was released into Bill’s custody. It’s all legit. I have an ankle monitor -and everything. -CHIEF BAKER: I see. But that doesn’t explain anything! I understand why you’d be confused. But Luna’s right. It’s all on the up-and-up. The powers that be know that she’s with me. If that’s the case, it’s highly unusual, -to say the least. -I made a deal… under the condition that she stays on my premises under 24/7 supervision. So the translation to that is you paid people off! CHIEF BAKER: You’ve got a nice estate here, Mr. Spencer, but you’re not equipped to hold a high-risk criminal, especially somebody as deadly as Luna Nozawa. -Cuff her. -LUNA: No! No, please, please! Dad, please, I swear I’ve changed, okay? I-I promise I won’t cause anyone problems, please. -[phone rings] -Please say something. Help me. Please! -[metal clicks] -Baker. What? [stammers] Say that again. Are you sure? Yes, sir. Okay. Very well. Uncuff her. What? W-whoa, whoa! Wh-what’s going on? Remove her ankle monitor too. STEFFY: What? Why? Why? What’s going– -I’m sorry. I’m sorry. -Sorry about what? Luna Nozawa has been pardoned. -STEFFY: Pardoned? -She’s been what? CHIEF BAKER: I’m afraid so. RIDGE: She’s guilty! -She confessed! -There’s nothing I can do about it– she’s a free woman. -TAYLOR: Free woman? -STEFFY: That can’t be true! RIDGE: Yeah, s-something’s wrong here. What about her sentence? You’re just throwing that out? STEFFY: Yeah! She killed two men! [stammering] You can’t do this! No, there’s no way this is happening. There is no way. This can’t be real. She cannot get away with this! She needs to go back to prison! Finn, please, you have to do something! Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc.
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Days Transcript Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Days of Our Lives Transcript
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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!
[dramatic music]
Mom, what brings you by?
Lemon bars. Homemade.
Ooh, delicious.
I thought it would boost morale around here. Everyone seems to be so worried…
Mm-hmm.
About the hospital closing. OK. [coffeepot rattling] What happened to the coffee?
Oh, it’s a victim of budget cuts.
My dear, it’s more dire than I thought.
Mm-hmm. Why is it whenever there’s a financial crisis, the coffee and bagels are first to go, like that’s gonna solve everything? Might as well be telling everybody to find a new job.
And speaking of new jobs, I heard your husband has hired Alex back at Titan. 2
Yes. Yes, today is his first day back.
Well, I’m very happy. I know Victor would have loved knowing that he’s returned to the family business.
Mm-hmm.
Mm-hmm.
Unless it ends in disaster.
And why would it? What do you mean?
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That’s the thing. They’re actually acting like brothers. Xander even asked Philip to move back into the mansion.
He did?
OK, yeah, so it was to make it seem like they were a united front, but still. Everything is working out the way I’d hoped.
That’s great, Sarah. I just hope nothing happens to change that, for your sake and mine. Things are going really well with Alex. I doubt that he would be too happy to know that I kept quiet about all this.
So then we’re in agreement.
[sighs]
For the greater good.
Yeah. For the greater good.
Sarah? What makes you think that Alex working at Titan is a bad idea?
[light music]
Joy.
Stephanie. Hey.
Thank you so much. Yeah, it was just dropped off. A pregnancy test. Patient name: Wesley, Joy.
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Something on your mind?
I–I just wanted to see how your first day went. You and Alex started at Titan today, right?
Right. Right, yeah. Good. Mostly onboarding. Lots of paperwork, orientation seminars. Once I was finished with all that, Philip sent me home, so…
That was nice of him.
Yeah, well, he didn’t really need me to stick around. He was headed back to the mansion with Alex and Xander for some top secret meeting, so… [dramatic music]
It’s good to have you back in the fold, Alex. I know we haven’t always seen eye to eye, but the family’s stronger together.
Case in point, my brother and me.
Mm, welcome back to Titan, cousin. Cheers, fellas.
That’s a 25-year Macallan?
Very nice. Didn’t realize you knew your way around a bottle of scotch.
Oh, I know the stuff ain’t cheap. And as much as I’d like to think it’s about celebrating my first day, I know something’s up, because you would not insist on an off-site meeting unless something big was on the horizon.
Kid’s good. 9
I guess it is about time Philip and I pulled back the curtains and told you what we’ve been working on.
Is this something to do with the big plans for Titan you had mentioned?
The biggest.
We’re taking over DiMera.
Is that your article about the DiMeras? I thought you turned that in yesterday.
I did, but alas, Chadwick forced me to have legal review it.
And the verdict?
Apparently some of my sourcing is thin. [scoffs] Ridiculous. How is anybody supposed to get any clicks when every single detail needs to be verified? I never had to worry about any of this when I was Lady Whistleblower. 11
Except now you’re a respectable journalist, which I find very sexy, by the way. [both chuckle]
Don’t tempt me just yet. I still have a few more “I”s to dot before I finish, but then I am all yours.
Oh, you might be a little longer. I have some information you’ll want to add to your article.
A boyfriend and a source. Go on.
Well, Gabi called me while I was on my way over. And we all know that EJ is behind Rafe’s kidnapping, so it sounds like that he’ll probably get away with everything.
[upbeat rock music playing over headphones]
[knock at door]
Felicity, can you get that? [knock at door]
Hello.
Did you say something?
Oh. Never mind. [sighs] [gasps] [quirky music]
Is it a bad time?
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
[sultry music]
I’m sorry, am I early?
No, no, I’m late. [laughs] I got stuck in this long conversation with my mother’s lawyer, and then I thought I could squeeze in, like, a little yoga session, and I completely lost track of time. Anyway, I’ll–I’ll go throw some clothes on, and we can talk about the fundraiser. Come on in.
OK. Yeah, no rush. I’m just gonna–I’ll just hang out here with Felicity.
OK. Yeah. I’ll be right back.
You don’t think I embarrassed her too bad, do you, making her answer the door in her towel?
That’s not why she’s embarrassed.
It’s not?
No. Because she likes you. [dramatic music]
I don’t get it. If Rafe remembers coming face-to-face with his doppelganger– on the DiMera estate, no less– how does that not implicate EJ?
He could argue that Arnold broke in without his knowledge.
That is a crock.
No, that is probable cause. So unless Rafael suddenly gets all of his memories back, EJ will probably walk away scot-free.
I’m so sorry.
Don’t be. You can help instead. If you put all of this into your article, we can pressure Belle into bringing charges against EJ.
Would your cousin be willing to go on the record?
Are you kidding? He would do anything to nail those DiMeras to a wall.
You want to take control of DiMera? How many of those have you had, cuz?
He’s not joking. This is our moment to strike.
Oh, your moment to strike? What is this, a hostile takeover? It’s not gonna happen without the support of the family.
We don’t need the support of the family. We have Wei Shin in our corner. 19
You got Wei Shin to agree to join forces with you?
He sees the writing on the wall. Tony and Stefan are gone. EJ and Kristen are too busy trying to stay out of prison. They’re neglecting their duty to the shareholders. Our timing is never gonna get better than this.
It’s now or never. So what do you think?
I think it’s a hell of a swing. Not to mention incredibly risky.
But something tells me Uncle Vic would approve. So who am I to disagree with the best there ever was? Let’s bring down the DiMeras. [glasses clink]
Top secret meeting. News to me.
I’m just as in the dark as you are. I mean, Alex may be inner circle, but I am a mere assistant.
Oh, still–still, it must be like déjà vu in a way, you and Alex coworkers again.
Yeah. Yeah, except at Titan, we’re not jumping into bed together, pretending to make out.
Yeah.
I don’t know why I just said that. The more I try not to be awkward around you, the more I word vomit. I’m sorry.
No, I get it. I get it. And I don’t want things to be weird between us either.
Great, then let’s make a pact that it won’t be. I’m really happy for you and Alex, and whatever relationship we had, it’s–it’s completely in the past.
We both know that’s not true.
What’s that supposed to mean? Alex and I are just friends. Nothing more.
Unless you’re pregnant with his baby.
[sighs] What did you just say?
Nothing. Forget it. I–
Yeah, too late for that. Why would you think I’m pregnant?
[sighs] I was at the hospital doing some PR work, and I overheard Sarah talking about your pregnancy test to the lab.
Oh, you’ve got to be kidding me! What, was she saying it over the loudspeaker?
No, nothing like that. I–I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Yeah, well, that tracks with my luck lately. [dramatic music] I guess this means that you told Alex? 25
No. No, I realized it wasn’t my place to violate your privacy like that.
[sighs] But you’ve thought about it?
Honestly, it’s all I’ve been thinking about since yesterday.
Join the club.
So at the risk of sticking my nose further into your business, what was the verdict? Are you pregnant or not? 26
[sighs]
It’s an honor to go into battle with both of you.
Mm.
But before we do, I should clear the air. With you in particular. I know when I first got back to town, there was some… friction between us.
Yeah, you could say that, Philip, yeah. I’ll admit I was a little jealous about you being with Stephanie.
But we’re all good now?
Yeah, we’re good. Just don’t try and win her back.
Yeah, I wouldn’t worry about that.
Did it never occur to you, Philip, that had people found out that you were committing fraud that they might think that I was in on it, that–that maybe I was helping to deceive the public into thinking that you were this poor victim who was wrongly deprived of his birthright?
But I was. If I had overcome my demons just a few months sooner, it would have changed everything. My dad would have left me in charge–
That is pure speculation, and you know that will is solid. Meaning you stole half the company from Xander.
Well, he deserved to have it stolen from him. I mean, it’s not like Xander is some upstanding guy either.
That is irrelevant. Damn it, Philip, I never would have done PR for you had I known that you were trying to pull this scheme.
You used me. [sighs]
No, no, Steph.
Look. [sighs] Let’s talk about this over dinner.
Oh, there is no dinner. In fact, you and I are through, Philip. Professionally and personally.
When Stephanie and I broke up, she made it pretty clear that what we had was over for good.
Don’t listen to me, Mom. I’m sure Alex is gonna be great. 31
But you have reservations.
Well, it’s only just, you know, because he used to be CEO, and now he has to report to Xander and Philip. I just–I don’t want it to cause any conflict.
That happened a long time ago. I mean, Alex has had a whole new career since he found out that he wasn’t Victor’s son. I mean, Xander doesn’t blame Alex for what happened last year, does he? 32
No, no, no, no, no. No, Xander knows that Alex was fooled by Theresa, just like everyone else.
Yeah, I still don’t understand how she could be so cruel to someone she cared about, forging a letter and lying to him about his birthright.
Yeah, well, I’m guessing that she just never thought her secret would come out.
Then she’s an idiot. A secret like that, it always comes out.
Of course. No problem, primo. No, no, no, I think we got everything we need. I will. All right, bye. Rafael says thank you.
Mm, I should be the one thanking him. His interview has made my article all the more scintillating. Ah, and now it is in the hands of my editor. I wonder if “The Spectator” is gonna hire protection for me.
Protection?
Yeah, pretty sure the DiMeras are gonna come after me after they read that or send creepy Dr. Rolf.
Mm. Don’t worry. I’ll be your bodyguard.
That’s very sweet, but have you seen the biceps on EJ? Or Kristen, for that matter?
Hey, my biceps aren’t half bad either. 35
Well, maybe I need a reminder.
Yeah? [quirky music] [grunts]
You think I can take him on now?
How about you go a few rounds with me first?
So your sister said she likes me, huh?
She told me you can’t like her back. 36
Mm. Well, that’s because of what she had to do to save your mom. I was pretty angry at first. But I’ve– I’ve come to understand why she did what she did. [dramatic music]
Good. Then you can be together now, right? [door clicks open]
[dramatic music]
What’d I miss?
[chuckles] Felicity was just telling me that you kind of liked me.
Oh.
Then I said that… because I understand better why you did what you had to do to save your mom that maybe I could like you too.
[laughs] Well, I really wish you hadn’t discussed that with Chad, Felicity.
No, I’m very glad she did. You’re very direct, and as a newsman, I admire that.
[laughs]
And you’re also behind the times. She’s behind the times. Because remember, I told you I am– I’m over Chad, the little silly crush that I had. We’re just friends now. Remember that part?
You could be such a good couple.
You’re so funny. [laughs] You’re so funny. OK. You’re gonna go to your room and do your homework there, and Chad and I are going to work on the fundraiser details.
I could help.
Oh, I think you have helped so much. So very much. This way, lady. This way, lady. Come on. Come on. Are you good? OK. Thank you so much.
Thank you, Felicity.
Yeah, you’re welcome. [door clicks shut]
[sighs] [knock at door]
It’s EJ. See, I was only half kidding about taking him on.
Room service. I ordered us an early dinner.
You’re so thoughtful.
What can I say? I’m a catch.
Thank you.
You have got to try the fried chicken. I’m not ashamed to admit I’ve had it twice this week.
[laughs]
Huh.
Looks a little dry.
What is this?
The Salem Inn called in my tab.
I still can’t believe that you got Wei Shin to agree to this DiMera takeover. You sure we can trust this guy? 43
As long as we carve him out a big enough piece of the pie, I believe we can. Plus, Philip very shrewdly reminded him of how Gabi destroyed Li’s life and EJ sullied his memory.
Well, it wasn’t a hard sell at that point. I can’t take too much credit. Something funny?
No, no. It’s just, couple months ago, you were at each other’s throats. Now look at you guys. If you would have known you would have made such a good team, you could have saved us a hell of a lot of trouble, that’s all.
You got me half believing we can actually pull this off.
Thanks for the vote of confidence.
Mm.
On that note, why don’t we call it a half day? We’ll have to regroup bright and early to plan our next move.
Oh, fine by me. Gentlemen, have yourselves a great one. Let’s do this.
What was all that about?
[sighs] What was all what about?
You pulled the brakes on what was shaping up to be a rather nice little family moment. Are you having second thoughts about working with Alex? Do you not trust him?
No, it’s not that. Actually, I’m more concerned about Alex trusting me.
What do you mean?
I’m worried what Stephanie might say about me behind my back.
Look, I understand if you don’t want to answer my question. It’s obviously none of my business. 47
No, it’s not. Anyways, there is no answer yet. I don’t know if I’m pregnant or not. I haven’t gotten the results back yet, so…
Oh.
[sighs]
I see.
[sighs] You’re probably gonna hate this next question that I ask you, but…
Are you sure the baby is Alex’s– if there is a baby?
Excuse me?
No! No judgment. I–I–I just want to get a full picture.
Right, well, sorry to dash your hopes, Stephanie, but Alex is the only person I’ve been with lately, so…
I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I shouldn’t–
[sighs]
I shouldn’t have asked. I just–I just wanted to be sure.
[sighs] I get it. You and Alex are finally together, and me being pregnant could ruin your happily ever after.
Look, I’m just anxious. Clearly not as anxious as you.
You’ll probably feel better once you get the results back. Test could still be negative, right?
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Only one way to find out. [sighs]
[sighs]
Well, perhaps I should donate to the Caffeinate the Doctors and the Nurses Fund.
I mean, you don’t have to do that, but…
Consider it done. [both laugh] I love you. 51
I love you.
Love you more
No, I love you more, Mom. [both smooch] [laughs] [phone ringing]
Hello.
Dr. Kiriakis, it’s Joy Wesley.
Oh, hey, Joy. How are you feeling? 52
Physically, much better than yesterday. Emotionally, not–not so much. Did my results come in yet?
I put a rush on them, so let me check.
Yeah. Actually, yeah, they just came in a few minutes ago.
Great, then would I be able to come in and look at them? – Of course. I’ll see you soon. 53
Great. Thank you. Results are in.
If they’re positive, will you tell Alex?
I honestly have not even thought that far ahead, but I suppose it would be much too messy now to ask you to keep this from him.
Look, this is– this is your life. You don’t need to factor me into any of this.
Well, I appreciate that. I am gonna stop by his place afterwards to talk this over with him, regardless of what the results are. Could you do me a favor, please?
After how I’ve handled this conversation, you can ask me just about anything.
I don’t have the bandwidth to start from the beginning with Alex. Can you catch him up to speed for me?
Of course.
Wish me luck.
OK. [sighs, clears throat] Where are we on auction items?
I’ve gotten a pretty good response from the local businesses. Lots of fun packages to–to bid on. I can–I can send you a list of what I got so far. 56
Oh, perfect. Thank you. I have already ordered carnival games, including the dunk tank.
Mm. Any volunteers yet?
Well, I have a wish list. I have a feeling that if EJ and Leo sign up, we will endow the hospital for years to come.
[laughs] That’s probably true. And–and where did we land on the– on the bachelor-bachelorette auction? 57
Oh, I love it. Especially if you sign up.
[blows raspberry] No way.
Oh, come on.
No.
People would bid a lot of money to snag a handsome, successful guy like you…
Mm.
For a little date action.
Eh.
Oh, we’re not trying to marry you off. It’s just a date. And it’s for a very good cause, Mr. DiMera. So come on. It’s in good fun. [dramatic music]
[clears throat] OK, fine. One condition, though.
Name it.
If I’m gonna be the eligible bachelor, you’re gonna be the eligible bachelorette.
This is your bill? How much did you spend this week?
Don’t be ridiculous. That’s a list of all my unpaid bills since “Body & Soul” sacked me.
Leo, that was weeks ago.
Look, Suze Orman says there is good debt and there’s bad debt.
And this is?
Bad debt.
Yeah, well, the message is noted. So when are you gonna plan on paying for this? You–you can pay this, right?
Mm, if I drain my entire life savings, yeah. Look, journalism doesn’t pay the same as an aggregate minimum of five episodes minus script fees.
Well, don’t you think it’s a little extravagant, living in a hotel?
But I like living here. They make my bed. They clean my room. Those little bottles of alcohol magically replenish themselves. 61
Mm-hmm.
I was paying for those?
Did you think it was included in the rent?
Phyllis was never clear about that. I swear that woman has it out for me.
I mean, all the reason for you to find a new place to live.
Easier said than done. Where am I gonna go?
You could move in with me.
What are you worried that Stephanie might say about you?
She’s an ex. We didn’t end on good terms. She could say any number of things.
Look, I don’t know Stephanie very well, but she and Sarah are friendly enough. She doesn’t seem like the type to hold a grudge.
[sighs] Yeah, that’s true.
Then please stop looking for problems where there aren’t any. Trust me, if our plans for the family go up in flames, it won’t be because of Stephanie.
Hey.
Hi.
Oh. Mm. Mwah.
[laughs] I was just thinking about you.
Oh, yeah?
Wondering how the first day went.
Oh, my God, it was actually fantastic. Both Xander and Philip were very welcoming to me.
Oh, that’s great.
Yeah.
How did the secret meeting go?
How did you know about the–
I ran into Joy earlier.
Ah. OK, well, I can’t talk too much about it, but let’s just say that Titan has some very ambitious plans, and I am extremely excited to be a part of them. 65
Oh. I’m really happy for you.
Steph, it’s thanks to you. It was your idea to go back to Titan, so let me take you out to dinner and properly thank you.
[sighs]
Hmm?
[sighs]
Did I say something wrong?
No. No, no, no, not at all. I–I–I just need to talk to you about something. It’s pretty serious.
OK, now you’re scaring me. [chuckles] What’s going on?
[exhales heavily]
Joy Wesley might be pregnant… with your baby.
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Ah, good timing. The lab just brought these.
Have you–have you checked the results?
No, I haven’t had a chance to yet. So do you want to go in my office and we can look at them together?
Yeah.
OK. [phone beeps]
Oh.
Oh, damn it. 68
Is everything all right?
There’s an emergency downstairs. I–I would say wait in my office, but I just– I don’t know how long I’m gonna be.
Could I just see my results for myself?
I mean, they do belong to you, so if you want to go over them yourself, that’s your decision.
Thank you.
Well, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate. I’m here for you. [suspenseful music]
[sighs]
[scoffs] You play dirty!
What do you mean? Fair’s fair. If you’re gonna auction off a date with me, then we’re gonna auction off a date with you. 70
OK, yeah, but exactly how is that gonna go, huh? The auctioneer is like, step right up! Someone bid on the imposter who duped half of Salem. Oh, going once, going twice. Sold for $1, Bob!
See, you’re gonna start it off with an auction bit, and then you’re gonna turn it into a “Price is Right” bit? That’s awful.
OK, I’m not the writer. You’re the writer. But that’s not the point. The point is, I’m not gonna bring in any money. Certainly not the big bucks.
What are you talking about? Of course you will. You’re smart, beautiful, and–and you’re single. [soft music] So, you know–and it’s for a great cause.
OK, use my words against me. Fine. Add my name to the list.
Yes.
Oh, God. 72
Mm-hmm.
Mm.
[dramatic music]
You want us to cohabitate?
You make it sound so clinical. Yeah, that’s the idea.
Isn’t it a little soon?
I mean, what other choice do you have?
Also, is it your call to make? You live with Rafe and Gabi. 73
They won’t have a problem with it.
Are you forgetting that Gabi hates me?
Well, good thing that you won’t be sharing a room with her.
No, just a kitchen, a living room, access to a bathroom mirror.
OK, my cousins keep saying mi casa es su casa, so it’s time for them to put their money where their mouths are. And this is important to me.
Are you sure about this?
I am. But I don’t want to pressure you or anything, so I won’t be offended if you think it’s too fast.
We’ve only been dating, like, a month or two.
Yeah, but we’ve known each other longer. So what do you say? Are we gonna do this?
[dramatic music]
It’s from Wei.
What did he say?
That he’s presenting our plan to his associates later today. He’ll keep us posted.
This is really happening. By this time next week, we could be in charge of– [babbles]
My, my.
I guess I can still make them tongue-tied. [chuckles] Don’t mind me, boys. I’m here to fetch Victoria’s stuffed bunny. I’m not interested in your secret business plans.
You’re more than welcome to sit in, Maggie. You are still a part of this company.
Well, that’s very sweet of you to say, but I stepped back to give you brothers a chance to take the reins. And I’m very proud of it, because I think it’s wonderful seeing you working side by side. I’m very proud of you both. And I think Victor would be very proud of you too.
I can’t believe this is happening.
I’m sorry I didn’t say anything sooner. I just didn’t think it was my place.
I don’t blame you, Steph, at all. And I’m sorry that you’re even in this position at all. I–I just– it’s a lot to think about, actually the possibility of me being a father.
Joy and I didn’t talk about what would happen if she really was pregnant, whether she was going to keep the baby or– that’s a discussion for the two of you, obviously.
Steph, this– this affects you too. 79
Don’t worry about me.
No, no. I need you to understand something, that no matter what happens with this, no matter what, if Joy is pregnant or if she decides to keep this baby, I am committed to you. And–and nothing is gonna change that.
If–if that is the case, then I will do whatever they both need, but it doesn’t change the fact that you’re the person I want to be with. I promise you, I will not let anything else come between us.
[knock at door]
Stephanie.
Hey.
I–
Alex. 81
I– I told him everything.
Joy, I am sorry. [sighs]
Did you get the results back?
I did, yeah.
And? Are you pregnant?
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OK, we have a few more things to cover, and then we’ll be finished. What are your thoughts on clowns?
Hard veto.
What?
What, you don’t find clowns creepy?
Well, yeah, maybe they’re a little creepy, but I like that they’re creepy.
Shut up. Seriously?
Yeah, like, zombies, vampires, ghosts, I love all that stuff.
What are you– aren’t you the person who was scared of “Scream” as a kid?
Oh, OK. You remembered that?
Yes.
It’s not the same thing. It’s completely different. That’s a– that’s a real-life threat, whereas clowns are, like, you know, supernatural-y vibes. I like all that stuff. 84
And killer clowns?
That’s totally fictional.
What do you mean? There’s a–there’s a whole genre of true crime docs that you are apparently missing out on.
OK, do not ruin clowns for me.
Oh, my God, I’m so sorry.
[huffs]
Jeez.
Look at him. Look at him. Look. He would be a huge hit.
Oh, my God. He’s gonna give everybody a heart attack.
Oh, that’s more revenue for the hospital.
OK.
Aha. You think I’m funny.
Mm-mm. No, I don’t.
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What are you doing? You’re so twisted.
[laughs] You’re laughing.
What?
Please, Chad, let me come to the fundraiser…
OK, OK, stop.
Or I will haunt your dreams!
Stop! No! [laughter] No. Oh, uh-oh.
Oh, God. Hi. [laughs] I thought– you scared me.
Wow, you two laugh a lot.
Oh, I’m so sorry. I literally had you go do your homework, and we were being so loud. We will be quiet, I promise.
Sorry.
[scoffs] [gentle music]
What? What are you thinking?
I guess you two are so happy together. You should be boyfriend and girlfriend.
[sighs]
[laughs]
So do you want to move in with me, or– [quirky music]
OK, yes. But we are gonna call this a trial run, because I don’t want this to preclude us from moving in together at a later, more appropriate time.
Whatever you say.
No, I’m serious. I can be a lot to handle sometimes, and I want this to work out. I want us to work out.
Me too. So do you want me to help you pack, or–
You might as well. Although there is something I need to take care of first.
What’s that? 90
This.
Well, I should take this to Victoria. Someone is in dire need of a cuddle and a story.
Well, why don’t I come with you?
OK. Oh, hi, sweetie. [dramatic music]
Darling, you’re home early. We were just about to head up to see our little girl. 91
Yeah, I–I will– I will meet you up there. I just–I need a minute to catch my breath.
Rough day, honey?
Yeah, yeah. Well, we were understaffed. But we saved some lives, so that’s what counts, right?
Yeah.
[chuckles] Mm. [chuckles]
OK, me next. [laughs]
Love you, Mommy.
The hospital is lucky to have you.
Thanks. How’d things go with Alex?
Went really well, actually. But it’ll all come crashing down if Stephanie decides to tell him that I forged Victor’s letter.
I don’t– I wouldn’t worry about that. She and Alex are finally happy. And she wouldn’t want anything to get in the way of that.
Well… what do the results say?
False alarm! I’m not pregnant.
Oh, thank God. Oh, my God.
Yeah, really dodged a bullet there. 94
No, no. I just mean for all of us…
It’s OK. It’s OK. It’s OK.
Really, Joy.
Look, I’m relieved too, OK? Let’s be real. If I were pregnant, this wouldn’t just be a burden on me. It’d be one on both of you too. Nobody wanted that.
Right. Yeah.
Well, there’s really nothing left to say, so… 95
Well, are you sure you’re all right?
No, really, Joy, I mean, you’ve been dealing with this all alone this whole time and–
Yeah, if you want company, stay. We could–we could order a pizza or something.
Don’t you think I’ve been third wheel long enough? No, it’s time for a clean break, so…
Yeah.
But thank you.
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Take care, Joy. [door clicks shut]
[sighs]
[somber music]
[sighs]
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Days Update Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Ava tells Brady about Rachel Blake trying to kill her with a knife. Brady points out she’s bleeding. Kristen argues that she’s fine and asks them to stop overreacting. Brady questions why Kristen is there. Ava declares that she’s calling the police.
Paulina sits with Belle in the town square, complaining that the people are demanding justice for what happened to Rafe. Belle mentions Marlena starting a group chat for updates about John. Paulina is sorry for what she’s going through and understands if she needs to go be with her but Belle says she needs to be busy. Gabi then approaches and says they are just the two people she’s looking for.
JJ joins Shawn in the interrogation room to ask about the Arnold Feniger case. Shawn says he’s just going over everything they have to make sure they didn’t miss anything. JJ tells Shawn that they have to get to the bottom of this fast so they can nail EJ and put him away. Shawn asks if something happened. JJ responds that Gabi is very determined to get justice for her brother.
Gabi asks Belle when she is going to do her job, lock up EJ, and throw away the key.
At the DiMera Mansion, EJ accuses Jada and Rafe of having fantasies about Arnold. Jada says they know it was Arnold because he didn’t match Gabi’s DNA. EJ argues that they had someone in custody but there’s no proof it was Arnold. Rafe promises that he’s not going to get away with it this time. EJ accuses Rafe of assaulting him and suggests sending him back to the hospital for a psych evaluation. Jada tells Rafe that EJ’s not worth it. Rafe responds that it would be worth it to put EJ out of his misery.
Paulina tells Gabi to take it easy. Gabi refuses and says she wants justice for her brother. Belle promises they are working very hard on this. Paulina adds that if EJ is behind it, he will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Gabi remarks that she finds that hard to believe since Belle is sleeping with their number one suspect.
Jada tells EJ to just admit that he and Arnold were working together to destroy their lives. EJ questions going back to that again. Rafe tells EJ that the last thing he remembers is seeing Arnold in this room. EJ calls that impossible since Arnold is dead. EJ declares that he’s endured enough harassment from them and warns them to get out of his house before he has them thrown out. Jada says they will go while Rafe warns that this isn’t over as he and Jada exit.
Kristen stops Ava and says she’s terribly sorry but there’s no need to involve the police. Ava argues that Rachel Blake wants her dead. Kristen argues that she’s been traumatized while Ava complains about Kristen making her mother out to be the victim. Kristen calls her mother a confused old woman. Ava says she knows exactly what she’s doing and declares that she came to kill her. Kristen says she’s taking her mother home. Kristen warns Brady to have a talk with Ava as she exits with her mother. Ava questions why Brady is letting them leave.
Paulina questions what Gabi is talking about, arguing that Belle’s relationship with EJ was over ages ago. Paulina remembers Belle confessing at Jada’s bachelorette party that being with EJ was her biggest regret. Gabi says she confessed that too, but she didn’t start it up again. Paulina asks what Belle has to say for herself. Gabi tells Belle to go ahead and tell her boss how while EJ held Rafe hostage and tortured Jada, they were going at it like rabbits.
JJ informs Shawn that Gabi pulled a gun on EJ as she was desperate to find her brother, but Rafe is back now and EJ is still denying he had anything to do with Rafe’s disappearance. JJ notes that he promised Gabi he would not stop until they put EJ behind bars. Shawn assures that he wants EJ put away just as badly as he does, not because he’s sleeping with Belle, but because he’s a menace. Shawn still can’t believe he let Arnold loose to take over Rafe’s life again all over some vendetta against Jada. Shawn calls it sick that Arnold walked Jada down the aisle just to dump her in front of everyone and announces his investigation with so called dirt against her, then turns his back on her. JJ calls it a nightmare. Shawn argues that Jada doesn’t deserve this as she is amazing. JJ remarks that Shawn sounds almost as passionate about this as Gabi. Shawn calls Rafe his friend and Jada was their boss until EJ and Arnold set her up to look like a crooked cop. JJ says it’s obviously upsetting as hell to all of them, but he feels how Shawn is defending Jada is kind of personal.
Jada brings Rafe home and says she still thinks they should’ve gone back to the hospital but Rafe assures that he’s fine. Rafe wishes he could remember what happened so they could put EJ away. Jada encourages that memories have a way of coming back. Rafe remembers last time Arnold came to town, he took the husband act a little too far. Jada says she heard. Rafe hopes history did not repeat itself.
Kristen brings Rachel Blake home to the DiMera Mansion where EJ remarks that she tracked down her runaway mom. Kristen sends her mother to relax on the couch while she talks to EJ. EJ asks her what happened. Kristen says it was exactly what she feared, as she found her mother at Ava’s room where she went with a knife to kill her. Kristen notes that Ava was injured but not seriously and her mother is more unstable than she thought. EJ is sure Bayview has room for her. Kristen remarks that prison has room for them too and worries about this making Ava change her mind about going to the police.
Brady asks Ava if they can talk while Ava asks what there is to talk about when that crazy old lady just tried to kill her. Brady reminds her that turning her in to the police means he could lose his daughter forever.
Belle doesn’t know where Gabi is getting her information. Gabi asks if she’s denying it when Jada told her that Belle and EJ were hooking up again. Belle complains about Jada blabbing about her personal life that isn’t her business. Paulina questions if it’s true then. Belle admits that she and EJ were seeing each other briefly, until she found out that he was involved in Ava’s kidnapping. Gabi asks why he wasn’t arrested for that. Belle informs her that Ava didn’t press charges while Gabi mocks Belle not having to prosecute her boyfriend. Gabi asks if Paulina gets now why she can’t trust Belle to get justice for Rafe. Belle argues that EJ is not her boyfriend and she just said they ended things. Gabi points out that Belle also said EJ was her biggest regret and then dove right back in to bed with him. Gabi then questions why they should believe that she won’t let EJ walk so that she can keep screwing him.
EJ reminds Kristen that Ava promised Brady that she wouldn’t go to the police. Kristen says that was before her mother went after her a second time and wonders how Brady will convince Ava to keep quiet now. Rachel Blake tells Kristen that she’s feeling light headed and asks for something to eat. Kristen agrees to have Cook make her something and asks EJ to keep an eye on her mother as she exits.
Ava understands why Brady didn’t want her to press charges against Kristen’s mother for kidnapping her but this is a completely separate crime that his daughter had nothing to do with it. Brady says she still can’t talk to the cops. Ava argues that Kristen’s mother needs to be behind bars. Brady agrees but he’s afraid that she will bring Rachel’s name up while in police custody because she will say she attacked Ava for her granddaughter. Ava insists she won’t do that. Ava reminds Brady that Kristen didn’t let her go because her mother reminded her what might happen if the authorities found out Rachel was involved in the kidnapping. Brady insists that he can’t risk it because CPS is serious and he doesn’t want to lose his kid forever. Ava asks if he’s asking her to let Kristen’s mother walk for a second time.
Jada assures Rafe that nothing happened between her and Arnold. Rafe complains that Arnold was living with her, pretending to be him. Jada says thankfully they didn’t spend much time alone together. Jada tells Rafe that she and Arnold never shared a bed and she never had sex with him.
Shawn admits maybe he has gotten overprotective of Jada because he hates what EJ and Arnold did to her. Shawn adds that for whatever reason, Jada turned to him during all of this and he was there for her, to give her a shoulder to cry on. JJ says he might be off base but he’s getting the vibe that there’s more to it. JJ decides it’s none of his business. Shawn agrees but admits he feels he needs to be honest with JJ since he trusts him, he’s his cousin and a good guy so he knows he won’t go anywhere with this. Shawn then confirms that JJ is not off base and reveals that he and Jada slept together.
Belle tells Gabi that she would never let her personal life interfere with her job and she doesn’t think that’s very fair of her. Gabi calls it unfair that EJ could get away with replacing her brother twice. Belle gets that EJ is not her favorite person, but says he’s still entitled to presumed innocence. Gabi argues that Belle should be building a case against EJ. Paulina says that’s enough and then wonders if Belle should excuse herself from this case.
EJ comments on Rachel Blake having quite the afternoon. She admits that she was so close to getting rid of Ava. EJ shares her disdain for Ava but suggests leaving her alone if she wants to stay out of prison. Rachel Blake says it won’t get to that but EJ assures that it will if she goes around stabbing people in broad daylight. EJ warns that if Ava goes to the police, there might not be anything Kristen can do to help her this time. She remarks that she has more faith in Kristen’s abilities than EJ does, but if she is unable to protect her, she’s sure that EJ will use his considerable resources to keep her out of prison unless he wants to join her there.
Ava questions Brady wanting her to let Kristen’s mother off the hook again and keep quiet about nearly being slashed to death because he’s afraid to lose his daughter. Ava asks if she’s supposed to sit around and wait for Rachel Blake to finish her off. Brady says he won’t let that happen. Ava argues that Brady just tried to convince her this morning that it was over, so he has no idea what she will do next. Brady promises they will figure it out and pleads with Ava not to talk to the police. Ava knows how scared Brady is of losing his daughter, but she needs somebody who is going to look out for her and protect her which is obviously not Brady, so the only choice she has now is to handle this on her own and she’s going to do whatever it takes to protect herself.
JJ is shocked to learn that Shawn slept with Jada and assures it will stay between them, but asks how it happened. Shawn explains that it was right after Jada found out that who she thought was Rafe had slept with the stripper. JJ admits he can see how that would drive her in to someone else’s arms. JJ asks if he thinks she will tell Rafe. Shawn says his guess is as good as his.
Rafe tells Jada that he’s so relieved to hear that she didn’t sleep with Arnold because the thought of another man’s hands on her was tearing him up inside. Jada then thinks back to having sex with Shawn. Rafe asks Jada what’s wrong. Jada responds that there’s something she needs to tell him. Rafe asks what it is and says she can tell him anything. Rafe adds that if something did happen with Arnold, he wouldn’t blame her. Jada repeats that nothing happened with him. Rafe says he believes her and asks what it is then. Jada responds that she and Arnold never slept together, but he did kiss her a couple times including at midnight on New Year’s Eve. Jada decides not to talk about that anymore and suggests Rafe take a shower while she makes lunch. Rafe thanks her for telling him and admits it was tough to hear but not that shocking. Rafe adds that he does feel better now that everything is out in the open. Rafe declares that he’s so happy to be home with her as they kiss. Rafe then goes to shower.
Shawn doesn’t know if Jada will tell Rafe what happened between them since they haven’t had the chance to talk about it as it was almost immediately after that they found out Arnold might be back, so they jumped straight in to action. Shawn adds that Jada didn’t know that it wasn’t Rafe who betrayed her so they both feel terrible. Shawn repeats that Rafe is his friend. JJ points out that they both thought Rafe cheated on Jada and called off their wedding, but they wouldn’t have hooked up if they knew it was Arnold. Shawn says they never would have, but they did. JJ assures no one will hear about it from him. Shawn decides there’s something he needs to do so he’s going to step out. JJ tells Shawn that if he needs to talk more, he’s there for him. Shawn thanks JJ as he exits.
Belle questions Paulina taking her off the case. Paulina thinks it would be for the best considering her relationship with EJ. Belle insists there is no personal relationship anymore. Paulina argues that even a hint of it could compromise the case, so she will have to let one of her assistants take over and considers appointing a special prosecutor. Gabi says now they’re talking. Belle argues that she doesn’t need to do that and she is more than capable of overseeing the case. Belle says she is just as horrified by what EJ has done while Gabi feels she’s making excuses for her boyfriend. Belle repeats that he is not her boyfriend but argues that he is a skilled, ruthless, and diabolical attorney so if there’s a loophole, he will find it and exploit any technicality. Belle states that her assistants do not have the knowledge or experience to oversee this case but she does and she knows EJ so she can anticipate his moves. Paulina admits Belle makes some valid points which upsets Gabi. Gabi guesses Paulina was just performing for her benefit and that they were probably strategizing on how to keep EJ out of prison before she walked up. Gabi says that she thought she only had to worry about Belle but now she remembers Paulina’s daughter is a DiMera, so if EJ goes to prison, her son in law would suffer and she wouldn’t want that. Paulina argues that Johnny doesn’t want EJ to get away with this switch again, reminding Gabi that Johnny warned EJ that he better not be lying about Arnold. Gabi declares that EJ is lying and so are both of them. Gabi says they are full of it and if she wants EJ to pay fo what he did to Rafe, she’ll just have to take matters in to her own hands. Gabi then storms off. Belle tells Paulina that she’s sorry to put her and the city through this as she knows she shouldn’t have gotten involved with EJ again. Paulina says what’s done is done and she has to get to her next meeting. Belle asks if she will let her stay on the case. Paulina agrees to for now but if she even gets a hint that she’s going easy on EJ, she will be off the case and looking for a new job.
Rachel Blake warns EJ that if she goes down for getting rid of Ava, then she will tell anyone who will listen about EJ holding Rafe captive in her attic. EJ calls her an old cow and starts to warn her but Kristen comes back and says her food is ready, so she suggests they go up to her room to have it. Rachel Blake wishes EJ a pleasant afternoon as she then heads upstairs with Kristen.
Brady tells Ava that he’s sorry if he made it sound like he only cares about Rachel when he does care about Ava very much. Ava says that’s the problem which Brady questions. Ava points out that Rachel sees her as the only obstacle in the way of her mom and dad being together. Brady says they talked about this and Rachel making progress in therapy. Ava argues that Rachel will always wish her family was together and now she has her deranged grandmother. Brady says they will neutralize her, so Ava asks how he’s going to do that without handing her over to the police. Brady promises that he will. Brady asks Ava to just trust him. Ava responds that she can’t do this. Brady apologizes as he knows she’s probably still upset about what she’s been through. Ava confirms that she is and she just needs some time to think. Ava tells Brady that he should go as he has enough going on with his dad missing. Brady agrees to go and says he’ll call her later. Ava says she’ll be here, trying to figure out a way to protect herself against Rachel Blake’s next attack. Brady repeats that he really is sorry about all of this. Brady realizes they’ve only been seeing each other a short while but he really doesn’t want to lose her. Brady then exits her room as Ava gets up and locks the door.
Gabi joins JJ in the interrogation room. JJ asks if everything is okay. Gabi responds that she can’t trust the mayor or the district attorney to make sure EJ pays. Gabi adds that with Arnold gone and Rafe unable to remember, JJ is her only hope as she hugs him.
EJ looks up at the portrait of Stefano and says this is all his fault for blowing up Rachel Blake’s car all those years ago, otherwise they wouldn’t be in this mess. EJ declares that he has to find a way to make sure she doesn’t say anything to anyone about what she knows about Rafe.
Belle remains in the town square and thinks back to being with EJ on Valentine’s Day. Belle declares that EJ may have pulled the wool over her eyes twice but there will not be a third time and if she finds any proof that he had anything to do with what happened to Rafe, she will personally nail his ass to the wall.
Shawn goes to see Jada at home and says he hoped they could talk, assuming Rafe is still in the hospital but Rafe comes to the door and says he’s here and happy to be back home with the woman he loves. Rafe then asks what Shawn wanted to talk to Jada about. Shawn says he just wanted to let her know that he and JJ are doing everything they can to prove EJ was behind what happened with Arnold. Shawn promises them that he’s not going to get away with this.
EJ declares that he knows Kristen has been enjoying her reunion with her mother but it’s all going to come to an end as he pulls a syringe out of the safe
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Days Short Recap Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl
In Ava’s room, she, Brady, Kristen, and Rachel got in a heated argument. When Ava wanted to call the police, Kristen took her mother out of the room. She warned Brady to handle it. Brady tried to stop Ava from going after Kristen and Rachel which upset her. He told her that it would cost him his daughter. She told him that the crime had nothing to do with his daughter and said she could go to the police. Brady said he was afraid of what Rachel would say in custody. He said it all went together and said he couldn’t risk CPS taking Rachel. Ava asked if he wanted her to let Rachel get away with what she did. She was furious that her life was in danger, yet no one could control Rachel. Brady begged her not to say anything. She said she needed someone to look after her. Since Brady wasn’t looking out for her, she had to do it herself. He apologized to her and let her know that Rachel wasn’t the only one he cared about and was going to keep Rachel from going after her. Ava said she needed time to think and asked him to leave. Brady asked if he could call her, but she said she would be protecting herself. Before he left, he apologized to her and said he didn’t want to lose her. Ava locked the door when he left. Paulina met with Belle at the town square. While they were talking, Gabi showed up and asked hen Belle was going to do her job and arrest EJ. Belle and Paulina tried to calm Gabi down, but Gabi revealed that Belle was sleeping with EJ. Gabi let Paulina know about Belle and EJ’s relationship. Belle ended up admitting to being involved with him briefly. Gabi said Belle couldn’t be trusted to make EJ pay. Paulina asked if Belle needed to recuse herself from the case. Belle convinced Paulina that she could do the case. She told Paulina that she was the only one who could handle the kind of attorney EJ is. Despite Gabi’s interference, Paulina agreed to let Belle do the case. Gabi accused Paulina of helping EJ because of Chanel and Johnny. Before Gabi left, she let them know that she was going to take matters into her own hands.
JJ and Shawn were in the interrogation room going over Arnold Feniger’s case and how to put EJ away. He told Shawn what Gabi did. Shawn said EJ’s scheme was sick. When the subject of Jada came up, JJ noticed that Shawn was passionate when it concerned her. Shawn admitted to being passionate but said it was because he hated what EJ did to her. He said he gave Jada a shoulder to cry on. JJ thought it might have been something more. Shawn admitted to sleeping with her. He said they never had a chance to talk about it because they found out about Arnold. JJ promised not to say anything. EJ argued with Rafe and Jada about Arnold being back. Rafe said he should have put him out of his misery. Before EJ threw them out, he told them Arnold was never there. Jada dragged Rafe out and warned EJ that it wasn’t over. When Jada and Rafe went home, she told him his memories could come back. She told him that she and Arnold never slept together and barely spent any time together. Rafe was glad that they didn’t because the thought of another man touching her tore him up inside. Jada thought about sleeping with Shawn. Jada said she and Arnold never slept together, but they kissed a few times. Rafe was happy that everything was out in the open. Kristen brought her mother home and told EJ what happened at Ava’s. EJ was upset that they didn’t succeed in killing Ava. They were afraid that they would go to prison if Brady couldn’t convince Ava to keep quiet. When Rachel wanted food, Kristen went to get it. EJ told Rachel to leave Ava alone. Rachel was convinced that he would be able to keep her out of prison unless he wanted to go to prison too. She reminded him about the man he kept in the attic. EJ threatened her to keep quiet. She left to eat her food. Gabi went to the police station to let JJ know he was the only one she could trust since she didn’t trust Belle or Paulina. Shawn showed up at the Hernandez house to talk to Jada. He thought Rafe was in the hospital until Rafe showed up and let him know that he wasn’t. Shawn said he was there to let Jada know that he and JJ were on the case.
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Beyond The Gates Short Recap Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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Recap written by Michelle & Cheryl
Bill planned to get ahead of the Duprees because he knew they were using Nicole’s interview to do damage control. Hayley didn’t like how he wouldn’t let it go. He assured her that he was flipping the script on the Duprees for her. Bill wanted to get to them first. Jacob tried to make peace with Naomi, but she wasn’t ready to do it. She couldn’t believe that he worked with her father after everything he did to her. Jacob told her that he was just doing his job. Naomi didn’t recognize the man that she married. Caroline and Tomas were worried that Bill being married to Hayley could cost them everything. Hayley tried to get Bill to drop the war with the Duprees. He told her that they weren’t going to get away with coming after them. She wanted him to promise her that it would end after his plan. The Duprees gathered at the family home to prepare for Nicole’s interview. Dani promised Nicole that she wouldn’t steal her thunder. Jacob didn’t understand why Naomi was treating him like the villain. He didn’t get why she overlooked her mother’s actions. She felt like her mother was justified to go after Bill. Naomi felt like he didn’t know where his loyalties lied. She had to leave. Ted talked to Eva about her past. Eva gave him a version of what her life was like. He explained what happened with Andre. Ted told her that Martin relied on Vernon while Kat was a daddy’s girl. Eva realized that a lot of people depended on him. Ted offered to be there for her if she needed anything. Bill had a press conference to talk about what happened with Dani. He talked to the reporters about what Dani did to him and Hayley. The reporters rushed to ask him questions. Nicole, Anita, and Vernon were getting interviewed. Dani came up during the interview, and Anita shut down her questions. The reporter let them know that Bill had a press conference and said that Dani’s mental state was declining. Dani appeared with her family and told her side of it. Bill told the reporters his side of the story. He felt like he and Hayley weren’t safe with Dani around. Dani talked about how she felt towards Bill and Hayley.
Naomi was proud of the way Dani handled herself during the interview. Dani wanted to apologize for what happened at the wedding. She wondered if Naomi made up with Jacob. Naomi didn’t like how he arrested her. Dani warned her not to let a good man get away. She apologized to Anita for interrupting Nicole’s interview. Anita and Vernon understood why she did it, and they were proud of her. Nicole asked Ted if he caught her interview on TV. He saw it. They talked about Bill’s reaction to Dani’s interview. Ted hoped that Naomi and Jacob worked things out. Nicole was happy to be with him. Ted thought about his conversation with Leslie. Eva met with Leslie to talk about the Richardsons. She told him that she had a conversation with Ted about never meeting her biological father. Leslie warned her not to tell Ted too much. Jacob had a flashback of a conversation with Naomi. She wondered when he knew that Bill was with Hayley. Jacob felt like he was similar to Bill. He was determined not to ruin their relationship. They agreed to keep things from each other when their jobs require it. Naomi came home and found Jacob packing his bags. He told her that he was staying in a hotel. She didn’t want him to go. Leslie wanted to know what Eva was thinking by talking to Ted. She said that she didn’t tell him too much. Eva called Leslie out for convincing Nicole that she was suicidal. Naomi realized that Jacob was just doing his job, and they made up. Bill and Dani watched each other on their tablet and phone respectively.
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GH Short Recap Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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Recap written by Eva
Jason talks to Charlotte and tells her that he understands why she dislikes Anna but she saved her and Valentin’s life today. Jason also tells Charlotte that Anna promised Valentin that she would take care of her and get her home safely. Jason tells Charlotte she may not like Anna, but she deserves respect from her.
Sasha turns down the job Carly and Olivia offered her and tells Carly she loves working for the Quartermaines. Brook Lynn wants to find her child but her grandmother Gloria arrives to tell her not to do that because he might not know that he is adopted. Gloria tells Brook Lynn that she told Lois to contact Martin because she wanted to make sure that they were protected and that the adoption remain closed.
Lois wants to tell Brook Lynn that Gio is her son but Gloria doesn’t want to take the memory of Gio’s parents away from him.
Laura persuades Drew to drop the charges against Tracy and let her out of jail. Drew tells Martin that he isn’t afraid of Tracy and he is going to win this battle to move the Quartermaine family crypt out of public land. Portia persuades Curtis to meet with Drew and try to reach a truce. Portia also persuades Curtis to run an expose on how Drew is abusing his power.
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