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[ Laughing ] Oh, my god. Oh, wiley. Oh. Willow, you guy– michael, is that you? You guys look amazing. Grandma carly, I’m luke skywalker. Well, you certainly are.

[ As darth vader ] And I am your father. May the force be with you tonight, carly. You may need it. Yes, I think so. Howdy, partner. Ready to round up those bad guys? I brought my lightsaber.

[ Normal voice ] To infinity and — wrong movie, daddy.

[ Laughing ] Oh, my god. Oh, I am so glad james has another sheriff of sorts to hang out with tonight. Oh, gosh. Yes, they’ll be occupied for hours. Somebody’s got to keep the peace. Yeah, I don’t think it’s gonna be those two. Mommy! Ooh, the costume turned out perfect! You look beautiful! And scout. Oh, my gosh, you look amazing. Thank you for bringing the girls. Thank you for doing all this. Wow. Look at all of this. We are gonna have so much fun. Yes! I don’t know, joss. How are we gonna pull this together? Thank god you’re here. Oh, you’re gonna look fantastic. And you’re gonna be the life of the party. I can’t believe you’re not coming. You were so excited for tonight. You’re gonna miss an epic party. I don’t know. I mean, dex was supposed to come with me, and now that I’m solo, I just don’t want to go and deal with all the drunk frat guys hitting on us, and, you know. Well, I’ll protect you. Oh, well, thank you, but I think I need some “me” time. But go, have so much fun, and text me all of the tragic costumes. Alright. Deal. Get ready for spam pictures.

[ Both laughing ]

[ Sighs ] Talk about a horror show.

[ Knock on door ] Happy halloween! Alright, devane. You have cracked tougher codes than this, so let’s get everything in some kind of order. Oh, okay. Good start. Alright. Wow. So many years of secrets. Stop. It’s not a trip down memory lane. Come on, let’s get this worked out. Okay.

[ Mutters ] Charlotte. What are you doing? Those cookies are great, avery. I’m learning about 3d cake decorating. Check this out. Wow, aiden, you did that? Pretty complicated. 1983… 1985… ’89. Okay.

[ Knock on door ] Hello? Felicia: Anna. It’s me. Oh. Hi. What do you have there? A housewarming present. Something no self-respecting english woman should be without. Papa. Why aren’t you in your halloween costume? Your friends are gonna be here any minute. I was just fixing the decorations. I want everything to be perfect when they get here. And my costume is easy. I can just put it on before we leave for trick-or-treating. You’re pretty excited about halloween this year, aren’t you? Yeah. Last year was so boring. We barely did anything at boarding school. The headmaster was so strict. I’m sorry you had to go through that. We’ll make this one a halloween to remember, okay? It’s already better. I’m here with you, and we have this house of our own.

[ Knock on door ] That must be them. Okay, remember the deal about no chaperone needed. Together: Trick-or-treat!

[ Roars ]

[ Gasps ] Oh. Well, bigfoot’s here. Why don’t you come on in? Oh. I mean, I have no words. Well, then, silence is gold, baby. Oh! Hi. Hi. How was ace’s first halloween? Were you excited to take him trick-or-treating? Yes, yes. Oh, my gosh, it was wonderful. I didn’t know how he was gonna react at first, because he was so scared of that jack-o’-lantern that we had in the lobby, but he was great. He had so much fun. At first esme was trying to walk him up to the doors, but then I decided that it would be better to just, you know, float — float him up. That’s cute. Yeah. Yeah. So we had a nice time. Of course, he passed out by the fourth house, so I dropped him off. And now I’m all yours. Well, then… what are we waiting for? Let’s get going. Okay. Alright, you two. Have fun. Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do. That leaves a lot of options. Oh, hey. What’s going on? You look like you’ve seen a ghost. Daddy. Yeah? I want to show willow my costume. Okay, go have some fun. So, aiden, you miss your brother? Yeah, but we talk on the phone all the time. Yeah? Does cameron like school? You could say that. But he’s really interested in yuki. Yuki? Mm-hmm. His new girlfriend. Oh.

[ Chuckling ] Hi, guys. Okay, so what do we have here? We have cowboy and… luke skywalker. Yes. Yes, ma’am. And if you need any help with outlaws, we’ve got you covered. Zap! Oh! Well, that’s good to know, partner. Grandma nina, we could patrol the island. James, you should see where grandpa and grandma nina had their wedding. There are big caves to explore and a lot of spiders. We’re gonna go back again soon, right? Yes. We are. Although I wish you wouldn’t mention those spiders.

[ Laughs ] How did you all come up with these costumes? I wanted mine to be a surprise. Donna kept trying to find out. I did not. I just wanted to know what color it would be. And if it was an animal or a person or if I would have a tiara. Donna decided what we would wear. Only because you let me. “Let” you. Hey, mom, is there… any word on drew? No. Radio silence. It’s driving me crazy. Voil. Aren’t you supposed to say trick-or-treat? No, no, no, that’s what you say when you want to get candy. I’m here to give it. Oh, well, I appreciate the gesture, cody, and I do have a sweet tooth. But I think if I ate all that, I’d go into sugar shock. No, no, this isn’t for you to eat. At least not all of it. It’s for you to give away. Give away? Oh, cody, I don’t think any little goblins are gonna come ringing my doorbell. There is not so much as a skeleton on the door or a plastic pumpkin out front. Hold that thought. I’ll be right back.

[Coughing] In. Come. Have a seat. I’ll get you some water. I don’t kn– I don’t know what went wrong. I mean… I’ve never taken a test like that before. Adam, it’s organic chemistry, okay? It’s tough. And that was a heinous test. The professor warned us. What did you get? I got a 92.5. A 92.5. And that’s tanking? 92.5 is not going to get me into the medical schools on my parents’ list. Well, then I better not apply anywhere on your parents’ list because I got an 89% and that’s better than I thought. I just wish I could… I wish I could be like you. You’re so relaxed and level-headed. If I get less than a 95, I have to have a panic attack, and I have to dodge all the calls from my home until the next exam. Wow. Um… that’s intense. Look, adam. You have to stop being so hard on yourself, okay? You’re so smart and you’re so capable. You’re gonna make a great doctor. Thank you, josslyn. I… I really needed to hear that.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Oh. Well, I guess I’m going out for halloween after all. Oh, my goodness, this is perfect. Thank you so much. How did you know? I am so desperate for a cup of tea. You have no idea. I had a hunch.

[ Sighs ] It’s just you didn’t have to give me a gift. This whole place is gift enough. Just you figuring out I could sublet from maxie. Two birds, one stone. Right? Yeah. I think that’s what they say. You have a unique ability. You know that? Makes you perfect to be a patient advocate. You just — just figure things out and you can help people work through difficult situations. Well, I wouldn’t engrave that on a plaque just yet. I nearly sank my career at the hospital before it even set sail. You guys look so great. Check out our new house. Wow. Charlotte, this is so cool. We both have new places. Yeah. It’s kind of weird how you’re living in my mom’s old house. What room did you pick? I got the one with the window seat. Oh, that’s where I used to sleep. What are these? Pumpkin bars. I made them. -Sam, come in. -Hey. Can I offer you a glass of sparkling pumpkin-spice apple cider? No. I’m good, thank you. Probably a wise choice. Listen, thanks for bringing the kids by. Yeah. My pleasure. They were all really excited. You know, elizabeth is working, and maxie took james to kelly’S. Sonny and nina offered to take scout so I could drop the kids off here, but carly is throwing a huge halloween bash for adults and kids. Really? No. I wasn’t aware there was a party. I wasn’t in the loop. Well, according to carly, the more the merrier. So if anyone wants to join… that might be preferable. Why don’t you ask them what they think? Hey, kids! Carly is throwing a huge halloween bash at kelly’s if there’s any takers. Aw, congratulations, you love birds, on skipping town like fugitives. I wasn’t gonna let her get away. That’s sweet. You know, I had the perfect theme for your wedding — flying cherubs, towering gladiolas, taffeta for days. But I suppose eloping does have its appeal. Thank you, maxie, I wish you could have been there, but if you did the wedding, I’m sure it was going to be amazing. But this is exactly what we wanted. Quick and simple. Probably for the best because weddings in port charles usually attract bad mojo. Yeah, no bad mojo. No. All you guys need is happiness. And you both clearly have that going on. You got it. Girls play better. Yeah! No way. Boys win because our arms are strong. Who cares about strong arms? You have to aim good. Yeah. Like shooting a slingshot. Daddy says you have to tilt a little higher than you think. What are y’all talking about out here? Cornhole. But it’s really a gender war. Wiley: I try to move people’s bags off the board. Avery says girls are better. Ooh, those are some fighting words. But it’s not that simple, though, right? I mean, everyone has their own skills and talents. That’s what goes into making a winning team, right? I guess. Michael’s such a good dad and an amazing big brother. He is, you know? He’s the rock of the family. He’s always stepping in to help out his siblings and double that for his own children.

[ Sighs ] It’s a gift. And sometimes a burden. Hey, what are you guys doing? We’re gonna play cornhole. I want you on my team.

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with vabysmo. Okay, well, don’t all speak at once. Thank you, sam, for the invitation to carly’s party, but… mom, didn’t we talk about this? The party at kelly’s is totally for little kids. We want to go trick-or-treating. Okay, but if you change your mind, then just… we won’T. Right? Definitely not. Yeah. Looks like the mob has spoken. It was a nightmare, anna. I was so humiliated. Well, $11,000 is so much. I know. Well, the patient couldn’t afford it. And how was I going to explain that to mac? Would you have really been on the hook for it? Well, I couldn’t very well say to the poor man, “sorry. My bad.” Guess not. Stella henry — she saved the day. Curtis’ aunt stella? Yes. I had my checkbook out, ready to pay. And she knew of a research project at the hospital. So she made a call and the patient agreed to share his data. And boom, the hospital just stepped right in and covered the costs. No way. I couldn’t believe it. She knows everything. She sounds so plugged in. She really is. Oh, well, you will be, too, you know? You’re just a diamond in the rough. A diamond? No, more like a lump of coal. But stella, she has all this information, and it’s all right here. You’ll have it up there, too, you know. You’re a perfectionist. That’s your strength. You’re not gonna be a rookie forever. And your heart’s in the right place. That’s the most important thing. Wow, dex, I really love the costume. It’s really “mobster security detail” look. Very funny, joss, I got here as soon as possible. Well, you get points for that. Besides, nobody is gonna be looking at me.

[ Sighs ] How’d you get the night off? Sonny said I didn’t have to work tonight and I didn’t stick around to ask questions. I just grabbed the opportunity. Oh, I’m glad you did. Mm. Mm! But we should probably go or else we’re never gonna get out of here. No, we’re not. And I really want to see trina and spencer. Okay, then, let’s get going. Okay. Okay. Told ya. Alright. [ Sighs ] This thing is surprisingly heavy for a ghost. Maybe it’s real. Ahh. Well, maybe we need to use real magic, then. Thank you, assistant. Hocus pocus! Shazam! Magic. Magic tape. It’s still magic. Behold! Your abode is now both goblin friendly and fa-boo-lous. Wow! I can’t believe it. You’ve turned my boring apartment into a haunted mansion. Let’s not go overboard, okay? I just ran to the bargain mart and grabbed whatever they had left. But this witch’s hat had your name written all over it. Are you implying I’m a witch? Well, you definitely cast a spell on me. And you are quite enchanting. Well, that is very sweet of you to say, and honestly, I appreciate you thinking of me tonight. But, cody, you don’t have to feel obligated to check up on me. Is that — is that what you think I’m doing? Aren’t you?

[ Chuckling ] No, no, no, no, you got it all wrong. No, I’m not checking up on you. I’m just making it easier for you to check up on me. Oh, carly, I have an errand to run. I’m gonna leave james here. I’ll either be back to get him, or my mom will come pick him up. Is that okay? You have an errand to run on halloween? Yeah. Wish me luck. Oh, well, good luck. And don’t worry about james. I’ll keep an eye on him. Hey, you are a lifesaver. And hats off to you for staging this flawless soiree. I’ll take it. That’s a compliment coming from you. It’s true, james. Grandpa has a jet and I got to meet the pilot. No way. You’re making that up. No, I’m not. I high fived him. Ask grandpa. Grandpa? Yes. Tell james about the jet. What about the jet? You really have one with a pilot? Yes. It’s true. I cannot lie. See, I told you I wasn’t lying. Wiley… remember what we said about the word “gracious”? I guess. Well, gracious winners don’t gloat. What does “gloat” mean? It means you need to apologize to james. But he said I was lying. Okay. I’m sorry. Tell you what we’ll do, partner. We’ll show you the jet this weekend. Take you on an adventure. Whoa! You mean it? Grandpa cannot tell a lie. That sounds fun. Maybe grandma nina, daddy, your sister, and i could all join in and make it a family day. Well, that’s a wonderful idea. High five. Yeah! Alright. Are you ready, james, for a jet-setting lifestyle? This is going to be very special for all of us. Inez, let me ask you, you’re using head and shoulders, right? Only when I see flakes. Then I switch back to my regular shampoo. You should use it every wash, otherwise the flakes will come back. Tiny troy: He’s right, you know. Is that tiny troy? The ingredients in head and shoulders keep the microbes that cause flakes at bay. Microbes, really? They’re always on your scalp… little rascals… but good news, there’s no itchiness, dryness or flakes down here! I love tiny troy. And his tiny gorgeous hair. He’s the best. – Make every wash count!

– Little help please. (Vo) it’s another ultimate endless shrimp flavor drop with new tequila lime shrimp one of seven endless choices right now, only at red lobster you mean it, mr. Corinthos? You’ll actually take us up in the plane? Sure. Call me sonny. The real question is, where are we gonna go? We can go anywhere, sonny? W-within reason. New york to see the yankees!

[ Laughter ] No. How about the biodome in montreal? It’s like the rainforest and antarctica all in the same place. Really? And there are monkeys and turtles that have been alive for over a hundred years. Whoa. I don’t know, wiley. That sounds too cool to pass up. Nina, are you still going to paris for work or can you come with us? I-I, um… I took care of my paris business without actually having to go to paris. But the weekend, it’s still really — you know, I’m really busy. I have a — a big deadline. Nina, you can spare a day. I would love to, sonny, but… …I really can’T. Grandma nina, please? Hey, wiley, we have to respect her decision, okay? Sonny: You know what? We’ll do something with grandma nina some other time. Why don’t you guys all go? I will work. Have a great time without me. And make sure that you take a lot of video for me, okay? Mommy, you’re here. Hey, there, pumpkin. You miss me? Yes. Because we need you on our team. You’re the best at cornhole. The only one better is daddy. The sweet sound of silence. I never thought I’d be so happy to escape a party. It was a zoo! And it was loud and crowded and… obnoxious. Yeah! And way too many dudes trying to hit on you. Well, kudos for you. You were this close to throwing some punches at someone, weren’t you? Mm-hmm. Well, good for you. Gold star. Well, I really appreciate the gold star, but I think that I deserve a little bit of extra credit on this one. Extra credit? Yeah. Well, here’s your bonus. I hope you won’t be too disappointed if no trick-or-treaters show up. Well, you never know. Pays to be prepared. A horde of sugar-crazed children might show up at your doorstep like a zombie apocalypse.

[ Laughing ] I suppose it could happen, but honestly, even if it doesn’t, I am really glad that you brought all this candy. Because given the state of my finances, after gladys raided my bank account, it might be the only food in the house for a while. Yeah, I still can’t believe she did that to you. Talk about a witch.

[ Sighs ] Yeah. Look, I’m sorry I brought that up. I’ll be fine, I promise. I just need to find myself some work.

[ Knock on door ] Ha ha ha. What did I tell you? Come on.

[ Sasha gasps ] Maxie. It looks like I caught you in the middle of something. Oh, yeah. Gosh, all of this was — was in storage. It’s just notebooks and documents from all my early years at the wsb.

[ Cellphone ringing ] Oh, it’s valentin. Oh, don’t keep him hanging. I’ll make us more tea. Okay. Okay. Happy halloween. Happy halloween to you, too, darling. It’s good to hear your voice. It’s always good to hear you. How’s the apartment? I’m sorry I couldn’t get away to help you settle in. That’s okay. You had all those burnt pumpkin bars to take care of. How’s charlotte now? Is she okay? She’s better. Thank you.

Good. Robert helped me earlier, and felicia is here with me now, actually. Well, that’s great. Good. How are you? I’m fine. Don’t worry. I’m always armed. Okay? So you shouldn’t worry about me. I like worrying about you. Well… what are you doing? Well, at the moment, I am bracing myself to take four teenagers trick-or-treating. Sounds scary. I think this may be the most dangerous mission of my life.

[ Laughs ] When migraine strikes you’re faced with a choice. Ride it out with the tradeoffs of treat you’re not texting esme to check on ace, are you? No, no, quite the opposite. I’m trying to connect to the gallery speaker because I’d like to dance with you. Oh, really? Well, in that case, allow me. You should have seen your face when the cops showed up. How could you have? You were too busy yelling, “dex, drive around the block! Drive around the block!” Well, I didn’t want to miss the action. And I was looking for spencer and trina. Oh, is that why you were recording on your phone? It was funny watching all the frat guys scurry about when the lights came on. You’re telling me that wasn’t funny? You’re back. Yeah. The party was… well, I don’t know. It could have been legendary, but the second we showed up, the cops did, so… opted for food instead. Happy halloween. You should steer clear of xavier hall. It is not a pretty scene right now. Appreciate the heads-up. Bye. Sasha, I was thrilled to get your text, and knowing that you’re staying in town is such a relief. I mean, we could have made it work if you left town, but you being based here, it really helps us launch the new campaign. New campaign? Yeah. With the lawsuit officially behind us, we can relaunch the deceptor and unveil our new line with you as the face of deception. Me? The face? Wait. After all the bad pr? Well, okay. Full transparency. We toyed with the idea of bringing in a new face, but tracy, of all people, insisted it remain you, and I’m really glad she did. Tracy quartermaine? Yeah. She is now the majority shareholder of deception. Color me impressed. Maybe she’s not so ruthless after all. I wouldn’t go that far. At least she made the right choice. Ditto on that. So, sasha, the ball’s in your court. Do you still want to be the face of deception? Yes, yes, I — thank you, maxie. You have no idea how much this means to me. Yay! Oh, my gosh. Welcome back to the fold, as crazy as it’s gonna be. Care to celebrate with some candy? As delicious as that sounds, I have to go back to kelly’s and get james. Carly is throwing a halloween party for the little ones. So happy halloween. Happy halloween! My gosh, sasha, I’m so excited! This is gonna be a great new chapter for all of us. Ready to lose? Only in your dreams. Okay. Alright, let’s focus, captains. You still have to finish picking teams. Alright, avery, you have two more. Aiden. Whoa! I’m switzerland here. Strictly an impartial observer. Okay, then, sam! Yes. Um, mama carly. Yes. Yes, yes. Yay! Then we get mommy and grandma nina!

[ Cheering ] Okay, I say that we go with nose goes. It means the first team to touch their noses gets first play. Alright. Ready…set… alright. Go. Yeah. No. Willow was last. -Willow. -Mommy! I’m sorry, champ.

[ Cheering ] Great shot, nina! Grandma nina! So if there’s a clue in here at all that can lead me to who it is that’s targeting me — you know that I believe it’s someone from inside the wsb or an agent from back in the day. Just a breadcrumb in amongst all this chaos that could just trigger a memory or something. A name — that would be perfect. I’d be really lucky if I found a name. Yeah. Well, I could help you sift through all of this stuff tomorrow, if you like. I don’t have to be at the hospital until mid-afternoon. No, I have to do it myself. Just has to be me and a strong cup of tea. Thanks to you. Okay, but you promise that you’ll call me if anything unexpected comes up. And for heaven’s sake, stay vigilant. You don’t have to worry about me. Alright? Okay. I should go. I promised maxie I would pick up james at carly’s halloween bash. Oh, okay. That’s sweet. Here you go. -Thank you. Hey, thank you so much for coming around. And thank you for my gift. I love it. Anna, take care. I will. Okay. Okay. Bye. Where’s charlotte? She had some last-minute issue with her costume. Charlotte! Come on, let’s go! We’re running out of time for trick-or-treating. Oh, I can — I can go see what’s up. Well, I didn’t expect that! What’s the matter? Don’t you like it? No. It’s great. Listen, let’s get going. I’ll bring the car around. What’s with the backpack? We’re not gonna get that much candy. I know. I’m just bringing a sweater. It could get chilly out there. I-I thought you were gonna be the hermit figure from your tarot-card deck. I changed my mind. My mom but it did change her. She developed agitation thank you.

[ Laughing ] Thank you for the epic party, ms. Spencer. Thank you for helping the girls decorate cookies. You mean desecrate cookies? Not once you started to show them how to do it. I think avery is a big fan. Oh. Hi, mom. Hello. Mom, mom! Guess what? Wiley’s grandpa has a jet, and he’s going to take us to antarctica. Antarctica? Really? Well, not exactly — the montreal biodome. That’s almost cooler. Good one, mom. “Cooler.” This was excellent, carly. The kids had so much fun. Oh, good. I’m so happy everyone could get together. Thank you for the cookies, carly. May I also take some extra candy? You sure can. You normally don’t like so many sweets. I want to save it for when daddy comes home. He loves chocolate. Aiden, are you ready? Mm-hmm. Okay. Thanks again. Bye. Say good night to your mom, girls. Yeah, but you’re gonna need these for a sleepover.

[ Nina laughs ] Good night, mama carly. Oh, good night. Good night, mommy. Good night to my sweetest girls. This was the best day. And not too scary. No. Alright. You ready, sleepyhead? Go say good night to your grandmother, okay? I need a kiss. Oh, you got it. Mwah! Oh, good night, my little man. Good night, grandma nina. It’s not your fault we lost. You made the best toss. Oh. Good night. Good night, sweet boy. Wiley sure loves his grandma nina. Yeah. So the face of deception rides again, huh? It would seem so. Well, don’t look so happy. Chin up. The tides are turning. I know, but why on earth would tracy quartermaine stick with me after all the tabloid scandals? Uh…could it be — and I’m just spitballing here — but that she thinks you’re talented and the best woman for the job? Cody, I appreciate your faith in me, but…

[ Knock on door ] Okay. Alright, this is it. Go time.

Oh, I see the whole of your hand in mine

and it’s all I need to carry on

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and wipe away

the tears of the day

and lie awake okay, this costume is cute, but I feel like I’m wearing a straight jacket. Oh, I have got just the cure for that. Oh, please help me, doctor. Stupid. Okay, let’s do some reports now. Wait a minute.

[ Gasps ] Oh, my god, that’s it. That is it. Hey, guys. Chariot awaits. Trick-or-treating ends at 9:00 P.M., Even if you only get 20 minutes on the trail. Let’s go. Let’s go. Charlotte, lock the door, please! Charlotte. What’s that for? This is the key to me getting everything I want.

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729. Okay? 28 times 38.

Lois: 1,064. 39 Times 39.

1,521.

Mm.

15,000 divided by 11.

[ Gasps ] Oh, we’re switching it up, aren’t we? Oh, okay. Um, 1,363.63636. Ha ha ha. It’s a very good number, I might add.

Wow. You’re good.

Mm-hmm!

Oh, it looks like this is where the fun is. What are we playing, einstein?

It’s a math-off.

Oh, that’s my cue to exit. Carry on.

Scaredy cat.

Uh-huh.

Huh. [ Clicking tongue ] Okay. 7,000 divided by 3.

Easy. 2,333.3333. Also a beautiful number.

I thought you would like it.

Mm. Hmm.

You two still at it?

Of course.

Both: It’s infinite fun.

Tracy: Oh, the wanderer is back. Shouldn’t you be out hustling for some new musical protégé?

I didn’t realize I had to clear my visits. What’s it to you?

Everything that happens in this house is something to me.

[ Door opens ]

Carly: Sorry. We’re closed.

Cyrus: Trick-or-treat?

Lucy: Mm! Hi, there! I am so, so very glad you could make it because I have some mega exciting news.

Wow, lucy, you said it was important, so here I am.

Okay. It’s important. I mean, it’s very, very important as in…

[ Laughs ] As in what? Now, come on. Don’t keep me in suspense.

Okay. As in, ava jerome, this is your golden ticket. This is your chance to unload wicked wyndemere and spooky spoon island, but we have to act fast before the prospective buyer changes their mind.

Come on, robert, this is a textbook example of a misunderstanding. So why don’t we just cut to the chase and drop the charges?

In your dreams, baldwin. We have some very interesting footage, which I’m sure the jury are gonna just love.

What footage? Nothing’s been entered into evidence.

Early days. You should tell your client to cease with the intimidation tactics. We’ve got a lot of leeway on sentencing in this case. Now, get out, please.

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, I’m not going anywhere until I see this alleged footage.

The only footage you’re gonna see is me throwing you out of my office when it goes viral.

Oh, wait a minute. Hold your horses here. Is the district attorney threatening me?

[ Door opens ]

Gentlemen, if I may, might be a good time to beat a tactical retreat, counselor. You seem to have worn out your welcome.

What an understatement.

Take the hint, scotty. Anything you’re hoping to accomplish here just ain’t gonna happen.

Well, well, well, lady justice herself coming to the rescue of crocodile dundee. Now, there’s a first.

Hi.

Hi. Come in.

Thank you. Wow. Gone all out on the whole “spirit of the season” thing.

Well, it’s my first halloween with charlotte in a while. I figured I should make some effort.

Yeah. Something smells really good.

Yeah, that would be charlotte. She’s inspired in her new kitchen. That and a newfound rivalry with jake weber’s little brother has lit a competitive fire.

Oh. I’m sure she’ll accomplish whatever she sets her mind to.

-Anna.

-Hi.

You’re just in time. Do you want to be my guinea pig?

Okay? With all due respect, counselor, you’ve made your argument, the D.A. Is not having it. Time to exit stage left. What she said. Ahh, I know when I’m being double-teamed, but my wallet is already fat. All you’re doing is wasting the taxpayers’ money. Since when did you ever care about anyone but yourself? Nehh.

[ Laughs ] Why do you let him get to you? History. Besides, you give him an inch, he’s gonna take a mile and a quarter anyway. Only in days that end in a “Y.” Cheers. Thank you for being my noble wingman. Anytime. So, to what do I owe the pleasure? I am making pumpkin bars. The first batch just came out of the oven. Sounds really good. I didn’t realize you were a baker. Oh, I’m not, but aiden, jake’s brother, sure is. Jake always brings his amazing creations to school, so I thought I’d try it before my friends come over. You guys having a party? Not really. We’re all meeting here before going trick-or-treating. Papa is gonna drive us and then drop us off so no one from school sees us with a chaperon. Right. I see what you did there. That’s good consideration. I’m thinking I should maybe go and buy myself some candy, just in case there’s any trick-or-treaters at my door. At the hotel? Oh, no. That’s why I’m here. I’m no longer staying at the metro court. I’m taking over maxie’s flat. Georgie’s old apartment? You’re kidding. When did this happen? Happened this morning. It’s felicia’s idea. And then when I went and had a look, it just… it just seemed right, you know? Papa, isn’t this great? Oh. Congratulations, anna. I’m so glad you have a place of your own. Thanks. There’s the granny I know. Godmother of the quartermaine clan. To what do we owe the honor of this visit? I just came to see leo’s costume. Oh, what’s he gonna be? Albert einstein. Good choice. He’s the smart one in this house. Is that a general dig or meant just for me? Look, mother told me about your gift of deception. I gather I’d be stupid to pass it up. You could do worse. I don’t want it. Why not? You seem to be happy there. Oh, so you noticed. Me surrounded by my best friends, working on a project we loved until you poisoned it by blackmailing me to betray them. But you’ll be the boss, giving them incentive to mend fences. Problem solved. Friends again. Wow. You really know nothing about friendship. Maybe not, but I know about family and loyalty… and the sacrifices we make to take care of one another. Is math class over? Shh! Solved it! Aah! God. Drats! Congratulations, kid.

[ Sighs ] Mm. See, I knew money was in math!

[ Laughs ] Oh, man, that one. He’s a wonder, I’m telling you. He rattled off the heights of all of the tallest buildings all over the world. And I hate to tell you, and I’m very sorry, but you’re gonna have to take him to play the banjo at the top of the burj khalifa. I thought knowing the length of the brooklyn bridge was impressive. You okay? Lucy, you are a miracle. Wyndemere and spoon island, they have their charms, but they’re hardly the maldives, you know. And people with the means to buy a private island typically are drawn to warmer climates. So how in the world did you find somebody interested? Well, you don’t have to act so shocked, because I have kept my finger on the pulse of the high-end real-estate market. So I just picked up the phone, you know, put the word out. And given my track record, the referrals started rolling in. I just had to pick the most promising one. Huh. Well, so who is it? Who wants to buy spoon island? Cyrus: I like what you’ve done to the place. And this decor really captures the holiday season. Get out.

[ Laughs ] Carly, don’t be so inhospitable. This is my place, and you’re not welcome here. I just thought with our history, you’d at least hear me out. What do you want? A job. Are you serious? I have experience as a cook. From the prison kitchen detail? I mean, that’s not what we do here. Touché. Many incarcerated do learn valuable skills in prison. However, I’ve been cooking since my youth when I had to fend for myself. I was living out of my car… yeah, okay, look. That’s touching. If you have to impress your parole officer by getting a job, you’re barking up the wrong tree because you will not be working here. I never expected you to be someone who would discriminate against ex-cons. I mean, your beau, drew, will be one eventually. Half the people I care about have rap sheets. So you being an ex-con is not why you’re not gonna be working here. It’s because I know what you are. You’re a monster. When you’re ready to begin tre I don’t need a caretaker, tracy. Especially not one with your manipulative tactics. Yeah, I loved working at deception, but it’s not my passion! Passion doesn’t pay the bills, and the ups and downs of the music business — mostly downs — will not support you in the style to which you have become accustomed. I can make sacrifices if I had to. Ha! Been there, done that. Thought I could subsist on the great love I had for a pauper. Didn’t end well. I’m not you, and money’s not everything. No, but it’s far from irrelevant. And you would be foolish to think otherwise. I’m fine. Sure about that? Because it looks like you’ve seen a ghost. We were married, right? Yes, we were. Was that at the brooklyn bridge? No, it was at saint ignatius. But after the wedding, we went to the top of one of the towers of the brooklyn bridge. I…I have to go. Huh. Where’s eddie going? I have no idea. Double or nothing? Oh-ho! You’re on, kid. Watch out. They’re hot. I don’t want you to get burned. Mmm. That’s delicious. Really good. Not too sweet. Nice texture. I’m so glad. Those really are good. Thank you. That’s delicious, actually. I think aiden’s gonna be impressed. Well, that’s the plan. There’s another batch in the oven. They could be a housewarming gift for your new place. Thank you. Yeah. Your new place that I had no idea was even on the horizon. I know. It all came about because I needed a caffeine transfusion. Uh, because I needed some coffee and I met with felicia at kelly’s, and she said that maxie was subletting her apartment because she and the kids are moving in to a new house.

[ Smoke alarm beeping ] Wait, what is that? It’s a smoke alarm. Charlotte! Oh. Papa, the oven’s on fire. Oh. Oh. Let us deal with it. Don’t worry, darling.

[ Beeping continues ] I have a pair of tickets to a fundraiser for a cause near and dear to my heart — animal advocacy. And I was toying with the idea of asking you, but ever since that last time, I just don’t — say no more. I am in. Oh. So where? When? Wh-what’s the dress? Oh. Cocktail attire? May– tux? Maybe a tux.

[ Stammering ] Oh, yeah. A holding company? That’s the impressive buyer that you “selected”? Just a faceless llc?

[ Clears throat ] Well, that’s how it’s done these days. Important buyers use holding companies. And did you verify this company’s financials? Because just because they made the offer of the $25 million asking price doesn’t mean they have the cash to back it up. Right. Well, I am in the final stages of verifying all their assets. Okay. You know what? If they don’t put the whole amount in an escrow account, there’s no deal. Okay. Do you understand we could lose this sale? Because putting the whole amount in escrow is not standard practice. I’m not gonna get myself mired in some drawn-out real-estate mess. Okay. What you need to understand is sellers of private islands in upstate new york, they can’t really be too picky. Hmm. But I’m not just any seller. And I can afford to wait for the buyer who meets my exact terms. So, lucy, if you want your big, fat commission, you will get this buyer to put up the whole asking price or there’s no deal. Wait. Where are you going? Come on, come on. No, lucy. People and places.

[ Sighs ] I am loving the enthusiasm, robert. Yes, definitely a tie. In fact, black tie. Ahh! I kill a tux! I…[ Laughs ] I’ve seen you in a tux and, yes, yes, you do. Alright, I’m off. That’s enough for now. Wait, wait, wait. You’re gonna leave me in suspense? Suspense is the spice of life, robert. Details to follow. Oh. Tux. Oh, a tux. Tux. Ooh, ahh. Here we go. Freddy’s formals. 555… 0166. Yeah. Would this be freddy’s formals? Okay. What time do you close? I understand your position, carly. But you should know I’ve turned over a new leaf. I’m here to set your mind at ease. At ease? Yeah. I was there. I held the line while sonny was gone, and I protected our territory from you. Oh, that white dress you wore. I remember that very well. Remember this. I know who you are. You’re a predator and you’re dangerous, and those spots don’t change. So you can walk around town telling everyone that you found the lord, but I know better. You’re lying in wait and you are seeking out vulnerability. But that’s not going to happen here. So you can take your phony humility and your sob story and get the hell out, because kelly’s is off limits. You are every bit the fierce woman I remember. Oh, my god. That hasn’t changed. But I have. Ask drew. That cyrus you describe, he would have let drew die. But I saved him. Farewell, carly. We’re traveling all across america, talking to people about their hearts. Brook lynn, I didn’t do all this to sabotage your friendships. I worry about you. I never asked you to worry. You don’t have a choice. You have no stake in elq. And we have all seen firsthand what the music business did to your mother. Years of hard work and nothing to show for it. Excuse me. My mother has overseen four grammy-nominated albums and countless national and international tours. Oh, well, I’ll be sure to look all that up when I surf the net. Look, the point is… the truth is, I want you to have something real, something stable, something lasting. That’s deception. And, yes, maybe I let my disdain for lucy coe color my approach. You think? But everything I did was to secure your future. Look, I get it. In your own twisted tracy way, you think what you’re doing is best, but it’s not. Accepting your gift would be like declaring myself and my dreams a failure. It would rob me of any confidence I have, confidence I see in you. Something I am still trying to build. Do not sabotage me. Sabotaging you is the last thing I want.

[ Sighs ]

[ Mumbles ] Da, da, da, da, da, da.

[ Strumming guitar ]

Oh, oh

uh, huh pause the timer. I’ll be right back. How could I be so stupid? Turning on the broiler. Don’t worry about it. It was just a minor kitchen disaster. It’s not like you burned the house down. At least the first batch of pumpkin bars turned out okay. Charlotte, valentin, please come in. Thank you for seeing us on such short notice, kevin. It’s my pleasure. Charlotte’s family. Full disclosure, this was actually my idea. Charlotte’s had a difficult year, and we’re kind of navigating it alone. It would be nice to have somebody she could tell everything to, so… alright. Great. I’ll just be waiting outside. Shall we have a seat?

[ Sighs ] So what do you think? You feel comfortable talking to me?

[ Knock on door ] Uh, if this is you, baldwin, I swear it’ll be manslaughter. Come in! Great. Hi. Hi, sweetie. What are you doing? Off to save the world? Uh, no. I’m off to find a tuxedo. Well, the last one finished up with a bullet hole in the lapel. Oh, it happens. I went back to the tailor in london, and I’m still waiting for a bit. What’s up? Well, I just sublet maxie’s apartment… mm-hmm. …And I’m — I’m wondering if you can help me move. Mm.

[ Chuckles ] Anna, everything you possess in the world went up in smoke. What exactly are we…moving? If you’re taking an antidepress

the siren of the sea

I know she’s out there beckoning me

and I wonder

who could she be? You still got it, eddie. Brook lynn, the confidence and poise and smarts you’ve developed, that’s all you. Nobody can take that away. I-I want to build you up. I don’t want to break you down. I’m sure you believe that. But in this family, nothing comes without strings. Even when we’re giving, we’re usually taking. We’re flawed. Most people are. Actually, it’s what keeps things interesting. Interesting is exhausting. I just want something mundane and predictable, a little peace and quiet in this house. That’s never gonna happen. Uh, hiya, lucy. Hey. So what’s so important that you had to drag me away from my important business? And…give me back my pen. What is so important about the pen? I don’t know where it is. It had bad mojo. I think I threw it in the bushes at the quartermaines. Maybe yuri has it. Who’s yuri? You know what? This is exactly why I bailed on the cutthroat real-estate business. Fussy sellers, slimy buyers. And they just want more and more. You know what? I try so hard to keep the peace. I try to broker the peace, but I can’T. All I want to do is end up with my cut. You know, lucy, you got to dial “r” for real-estate lawyer. If you want to dial me, then go to “t” because I’m a trial lawyer. I know that. That’s not what I want. Listen to me. Listen carefully. Look at me. Look at me. Please, pal. I need you to help me break that agreement I made with tracy.

[ Sighs ] Mama carly!

[ Gasps ] Oh, my goodness, look at you. We’re a little bit ahead of schedule. I hope that’s okay. Oh, it’s perfect, it’s perfect. Let me see your costume. This is amazing. Spin. Oh. It’s great. Hey, do you want to be the first to decorate a pumpkin cookie? Yes, please. Come on, come on, let me show you. Look, we have all of these. This is, like, frosting. You can decorate with sprinkles here, and you can take the plastic off here since you’re the first one. Go for it. Okay? She seems to be doing great. Yeah. Yeah. She’s okay. She’s very excited about this party. She didn’t even mention trick-or-treating. That’s good. Yeah, yeah, it’ll ease my mind knowing that she’s here and, uh, well out of harm’s way.

[ Robert sighs ] This… this… put it down now. Oi. …Was not what I was expecting. I know. It’s heavier than I thought. Robin was holding on to it for me. Yes. It got stuck in her storage somehow when she moved. And I’ve been meaning to go through it for years. What’s in it? Relics, really. Leftovers from a life I’d rather not dig up. It’s just personal paperwork from my early years at the wsb — there’s files and journals and even draft mission reports. What I’m hoping is maybe there’s a clue in there that could help me find who it is that’s targeting me at the wsb. So… what are you looking for? Key. I know. It’s typical. I think I’ve lost the key to this apartment. Charlotte, I want to assure you that our conversations are confidential. Whatever we talk about in here is privileged information. Anything? Mm-hmm. Does that mean you won’t tell papa what we talk about? Well, I might give him my general findings. For instance, if I think you’re under significant stress or you need additional support, I might tell him that. But the details of what we discuss in here, that stays in this room. And I meant what I said. You’re family. My only goal is to help you. And if you’re uneasy about it, it’s fine. I can always recommend someone else. No, no, I’ll talk to you. It’s okay. But it’s not like there’s a big secret or anything. Papa’s just overthinking things. I did miss him while I was away, but… nothing terrible happened at boarding school. Well, why don’t we start there? Tell me about your experience at boarding school. ( )Scared of a little nina and sonny are bringing donna, you said? Yes. They’re gonna take avery home with them. Both girls are gonna be spending the night. Nice. You know, it’s too bad, really. Wyndemere would have made the perfect backdrop for a halloween party. Just the right amount of spooky. Oh, it really would. I mean, once they’re old enough to not have nightmares, maybe when they’re, like, 13 or 10. Oh. [ Laughs ] No, no. I’m hoping that wyndemere will be someone else’s problem long before then. Lucy, there’s no such thing as an undo button when it comes to signed contracts. I know, I know, I just can’t take it. I really cannot take tracy having 51% of deception and she is sabotaging my creative vision. I have to do something. I want to get her out. I got to get her out. Well, what are you gonna do about that? Me? You’re the smarty-pants lawyer. You have all the legal expertise. There has to be something like — wait a minute. What about a loophole? Some sort of loophole that we didn’t see or the font. You know what? I bet that contract was not written in the right kind of font. Or what about this? There was none of that blue paper. You know, that stuff on the back of the pages that’s supposed to be there? Lucy. Lucy. Come on, man, you got to get into 20th century. All of that went out with electronic signing. And if — and it’s a big if — what if you could nullify the contract, tracy would just reinstate the lawsuit and deception would go down as fast as the titanic did!

[ Sighs ] Over my dead body. I’m so sorry. I just don’t know what happened to the key. I must have dropped it in the chaos of moving. Happens to the best of us. Make sure to return that after you get a copy. Oh, I will. Thank you so much. Thank you. Need help with that? Yes. No. We’re good. Thank you though. I really appreciate it. Yeah. Okay. Bye. Okay. Great. Shall we? Oh. Of course.

[ Grunts ] There you go. Can you go in? This is heavy. Okay. Can you go straight back? Yeah, yeah. Alright. So I made pumpkin bars for my friends. Hey, you two. How was your chat? Oh, she was just telling me her trick-or-treating plans for this evening. Papa’s the chauffeur. Well, have a wonderful time. And I’d like to continue this next week, if that’s alright. How do you feel about that, ma petite? Works for me. You’re easy to talk to. We’ll sort out the details later. Sounds good. Happy halloween. Bye, kevin. Shingles. Some describe it as an inteplay the rest for me. No can do. Yeah, it’s — that’s all she wrote. Oh. Come on. You and me, we go way back. There’s no need for stage fright. Lois, seriously, it’s a work in progress, and literally, it’s only half baked. Oh, you’re in the zone. Yeah. Okay. I don’t want to mess with your mojo. No, no, no mojo. Just a creative dead end. Oh. Well, you got something there, so don’t trash it. Easier said than done. Listen. The same fire that got you there will also see you through. Okay? Trust me. Leo: Aunt lolo, time’s ticking! Oh, I forgot. Sudoku showdown. Got to go. Fine. I’ll back off. No more pressure from me. I appreciate that. But will you think about my offer? Thanks, but no thanks. I’m on a new course. One you inadvertently helped to set, and I really want to make a go of it. And I have a new musical protégé. I signed a rising star named blaze. Heard of her. You have? Yeah. And I have every confidence that you are gonna make her a household name. Well, I’m gonna do my best. Of that, I’m sure. You know, lucy, tracy’s always had the upper financial hand. That’s why you agreed to the deal in the first place. I know. I’m very well aware. I know. Well, now, so she can just ride it out until deception is bankrupt. No, I can’t let that happen, not for maxie and for sasha. You know, though, I am quite the dynamo at real estate, I could always pivot back to that. Like a rat! No, no. Sinking ship. Oh, no! No rats, no sinking ship. I would never do that to them. I mean, maxie needs deception for her future. And that ridiculous gladys almost took everything sasha has. Well, why don’t you just become a silent partner? There’s no way I’m gonna be a silent partner. What? And I’m gonna let tracy run my company? I don’t think so. I won’t let that happen. With the last breath in my body, I will not let that… happen. What? You’re gonna poison her muffin? You’re better off poisoning her cognac. I know, but as tempting as it is to poison her, I think I just got it. I’ve got it. Okay, think about it. I do not need to claw 51% back. Do I? No, if I can wiggle just a teeny tiny 2% out of tracy’s greedy hands, then I am the major shareholder again, and deception is mine. All mine. Mommy, can I have your phone so that I can take a picture of my cookie? Yes. Yeah. Of course. Here you go. Thank you.

[ Laughs ] Isn’t it lovely how kids can find joy in the simplest things? And we adults are.. burdened by adult things. Adult things? Like selling wyndemere? Yeah. Yeah, like selling wyndemere. You know, I have to move on, and I can’t do that if I’m anchored to that place and after what happened with austin’s cousin mason, I am determined to sell. I wonder what kind of buyer you can get for that place. I have no idea, but lucy assures me that she’s found one. Really? Who? Mm. That’s vague. But if lucy can get confirmation that the buyer has all the money, then wyndemere and its torturous memories will be in my past. Okay. Whoa.

[ Exhales sharply ] Someone’s a bit of a packrat. You never know what tidbit of information could come in handy down the line. And to think, in this day and age, all that fits on a thumb drive. And could be hacked into in a heartbeat. You realize that this stash is completely off the grid, and no one has any idea that this information even exists. Are you sure about that? Subject — charlotte cassadine. Session one. Charlotte displays a maturity that belies her years. She is both insightful and evasive. She has already mastered the art of camouflage, presenting only what she believes people want to see and hear. Ugh, it still stinks in here. I don’t want my friends smelling burnt pumpkin bars. Don’t worry, I’ll open the windows in the kitchen. I’ll air the place out. Listen, thanks for meeting with kevin today. I know that wasn’t your first choice, and I appreciate it. A deal’s a deal, papa. I kept my side of the bargain because I know you’ll keep yours. I love you… a lot. Papa? What? Papa…I’m sorry. What are you sorry for? For… …burning the pumpkin bars. You worry too much. Charlotte: “Anna devane is not who she seems. Do not trust her.” Kevin: She is anchored to her father — a relationship that seems almost…symbiotic. He is very protective of her, and in return, she feels a great responsibility to protect him.

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[ Light thump in distance ] I know who you are. Why are you here? Shouldn’t you be in prison? I had the good fortune to be released. Though it was for a medical condition, so I probably shouldn’t call a heart attack good fortune. But the lord works in mysterious ways, and apparently this was his plan for me. What do — what do you want? Well, I’m here to see my sister, of course. Spencer, it’s good to see you. I was just about to get acquainted with my other great-nephew. What are you doing here? Um, he said that he’s here to see your grandmother, but I was just about to tell him that laura’s not here. I’ll tell her you dropped by. Well, you know, I came all this way. I might as well take the opportunity to get to know this little guy. And — and, spencer, we barely talked the other day.

[ Stammers ] So, we should just maybe catch up. Okay?

[ Sighs ] Oh, my god. Are you okay? I’m sorry. I’m sorry if I woke you. No, no, don’t apologize. But what happened? I just had the worst nightmare.

[ Knock on door ] Adam: Hey, is — is everything alright in there? Can I? Yes.[ Knock on door ] Hello? Yeah. Hey. W-what’s going on? Uh, nothing. Everything’s fine. Trina had a nightmarE. Oh. Oh, those are the worst. I’ve had my share of them. I’m sorry, adam, if I woke you. Oh, no, no, no. It’s — it’s okay. I’ve been up for hours studying for midterms. I was about to head out on a coffee run. Do you want anything from perks? No, no. I’m okay. Thank you, though. Sure? Okay. Yeah. Uh, m-maybe I’ll s-see you later. Yeah. Bye. Alright. Tell me about this dream.

[ Sighs ] Do you have proof that nikolas is alive? Irrefutable. Not only has he been in geneva, his banker said that his employees saw nikolas there, and then he — he showed me records of withdrawals for a significant amount of money that nikolas has taken from his accounts. And you gave this information to spencer? Yeah. He didn’t react the way I thought he would. Yeah. I thought it was just going to be more anger, you know? Right. But he was so sad and so disappointed. I think it was like a final confirmation for him that his father… has abandoned his life here and his two sons. And I know that spencer would probably never admit it, but I think he was holding out hope that maybe his father wasn’t missing by his own choice. Just when you think nikolas couldn’t sink any lower… I’m sorry. I know that he’s your son. It’s just that I feel for spencer. I do, too. I do. But I have to say, as a mother, I think there’s probably more to this story. I feel like there’s probably some sort of extenuating circumstances that we don’t know about, some real reason that he had to leave. But I know at this point that he has really forfeited his right to be a father to ace, and I don’t think that spencer would even want him back. Nikolas does not realize the damage he’s doing to spencer. I was abandoned as a kid, and I was bitter, and I resented my father for a long time. I know what he’s going through. That’s exactly why I’m here, sonny. Can you please help spencer? Elizabeth: Thank you. For what? For this trip. I feel so relaxed, like I’m a million miles away from port charles. Well, that was kind of the idea, right? Just getting away and leaving everything behind for a few days. You needed this more than you realized. You have been so consumed with your dad and his illness. You really need to take a break from all of it and just get it out of your mind, even if it’s just for a day or two. It’s you. It’s — you’re the one that told me to enjoy every moment in life, and that — that’s what I’m doing.

[ Chuckles lightly ]

[ Breathes sharply ] This is really good. Oh, thanks. I hope it’s okay I used the paints. I found them in the closet, and I just — I couldn’t resist. Of course it is.

[ Sniffles ] Maybe you should — maybe you should get back into painting when you get home. Yeah, I would like that. It used to be such a passion of mine. And then, you know, kids and life took over. You are really talented. Well, waking up to all the beauty that surrounds us kind of inspired me. I wanted to capture it so it’d remind me what a special weekend this was. I love that. And I love you. I have for the longest time. Georgie is at the age where she wants to go trick-or-treating unsupervised. Ooh. That’s a tough one. I remember when josslyn and i went through that. It was quite the battle. I’m just happy that donna has a few more years before she reaches that stage. I don’t want to smother her and have her resent me. I remember what it was like at that age, but I did get into a lot of trouble.

[ Laughs ] You know what they say about the apple and the tree? I do. I say listen to your gut, you know? How many kids does she want to go with? Uh, three, and two of them are boys, so that’s a plus. Or a minus, depending on how you look at it. So, what do you think of a sublet? It might be better until you can figure out your long-term plans. Yeah, well, ideally I would move in with valentin and charlotte. But the truth is, this person, whoever’s after me… mm-hmm. …I don’t know when they’re going to make their next move. And I do not want charlotte anywhere near that. So I have to keep my distance. Mm-hmm. Makes sense. But a furnished place, I mean, that would be convenient, right? Of course. Absolutely. A quiet place in a nice neighborhood, secure building with lots of families. Okay, yeah. I don’t think a place like that exists, honestly. No, that’s where you’re wrong.

[ Breathes sharply ] Oh, maxie! I’ll be the only one with a chaperone. Jake, danny, and georgie, they’re all going, and it’s a safe neighborhood. We’re going to harbor vista. I’m a highly trained agent. You won’t even know I’m there. This isn’t funny. The whole point of the night is to be on our own.

[ Scoffs ] I don’t need you holding my hand like a little kid with a pumpkin flashlight. I’m not changing my mind. Papa. Don’t you trust me?

She found it.

The feeling of finding

the psoriasis treatment so, you want to sublet my old place? Well, I mean, that wasn’t my idea. It was your mother’s brilliant idea, but I think… mm, what do you… I think it’s great. Okay. I mean, I tried to sublet it already, but the woman got transferred out of town at the last minute, so it’s just been sitting there empty. Well, not empty, exactly. My old furniture is still in there. I bought all new stuff for my house. Well, I need furniture. I don’t have any. Oh! Okay. Then you’re a genius. Yeah, I am.

[ Laughs ] Welcome to your new home. The dream was definitely triggered by cyrus showing up at the gallery yesterday. You must have been so shocked to see him there. I mean, my mom warned me that cyrus was released, but I didn’t expect him to track me down. Did he threaten you? I mean, I can talk to sonny. He can handle it. What happened to your grudge against sonny? A few weeks ago, you wanted nothing to do with him, and now you’re just willing to reach out to him? Well, I think that your safety is more important than whatever issues I have with him. And he’s equipped to handle someone like cyrus, and he will. I just don’t want you to worry. I appreciate that. But he didn’t threaten me. It was the opposite. He apologized. Thanks so much for the new diapers. Ace is growing so fast, uh, the ones I got him were too small. Yeah. No problem. Hey, I think that you should probably go to work. You know how alexis will be if you’re late. Oh. So you work for ms. Davis? Uh, yeah, ms. Davis was nice enough to offer me a job, even though I had no experience. I don’t know her well, but she seems like a formidable woman. She runs that paper — the invader. And if esme doesn’t get going now, she’s not going to have that job very much longer, will she? Okay, do you want to tell me what you’re really doing here? What do you want? You know I’d do anything for my nephew. It’s just that I’ve had so many difficulties with nikolas in the past that I can’t be neutral on the subject. And e-even if I talk to spencer, I-I don’t really want to trash his father, and that wouldn’t be healthy for us, and it wouldn’t be fair to you. I’m not asking you to get in the middle of anything. You know, it’s like you don’t have to, uh, justify his feelings about his dad. I’m just saying that, you know, if you could just be there for him in case he comes to you for advice, that would ease my mind. I will always be here for spencer. Thank you. Because he really admires and respects you, and because you can get through to him in a way that kevin and I can’T.

[ Chuckling ] Right. Yeah. And to be honest, I’m kind of worried about him right now. I’m afraid that he might do something rash, something he might regret in the future. I’ll do whatever I can to make sure that doesn’t happen. Thank you. This is the best apple I’ve ever had.

[ Breathes sharply ] It’s your second one. You eat any more, aiden won’t have any left for his pies. Are you kidding? Aiden’s got enough for 10 pies. Oh, well, I have to account for multiple attempts. Nah, that kid’s a whiz in the kitchen. He is, he is, but baking is very precise. It really is a science. It is? Well, I don’t remember seeing a single pie in my organic chemistry class.

[ Chuckles ] Following the recipe is key. It’s not like, you know, when you barbecue. Hmm? I’m — I’m — I’m sorry. What is that supposed to mean, exactly? No, no, I’m not knocking your culinary skills. I’ve just seen you at the grill with the spices and the sauces flying everywhere. Okay, I guess that’s a fair assessment, but it still tastes pretty good, right? Yes, it does. Mm. We should get back to the cabin.

[ Chuckling ] I did not realize how far this orchard was. Yeah, well — well, if we are tired when we get back to the cabin, we can… always just take a nap.

You can feel it…

when your dream

becomes a pursuit. So, how’s spencer doing with ace? I am so proud of the way he has stepped up. He is really trying to be a surrogate father to that little boy. He even took parenting classes with esme.

[ Chuckles ] That’s impressive. Yeah, the only thing is that it causes a bit of friction between him and trina, and he’s very much in love with trina. I worry that his devotion to ace and the time that he spends with esme, that could hurt his relationship. He’s in a tough spot… mm. …Because if he backs away from ace, he’s going to feel miserable. And if he doesn’t put trina first, he could end up losing her. Exactly. It’s a lot for someone his age. You know, he didn’t ask to be a father, but he’s doing his very best to fill the role. Anyway, I just wanted you to know what was going on in spencer’s life in case he does come to you for guidance.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Well, I think you’d better get home. You have a visitor. Are you implying I have an ulterior motive? No, I’m not implying anything. I’m stating it outright. You must want something. I assure you, my motives are purely altruistic. Oh. I wanted to see my dear sister. I thought I’d save her the embarrassment of a newly released convict showing up at the mayor’s office. I’m sure she would have been far more concerned knowing that you came here, where esme and ace were vulnerable. I had no intention of intimidating esme or your brother. Quite the contrary. I was pleasantly surprised to find them home, and I enjoyed the little time I had with them. Mm. I meant them no harm. Esme may have met you before, but she has no idea how dangerous you truly are. Like the lord himself, I come in peace, and I am very disheartened to find you so unwelcoming. I thought we’d come to an understanding in pentonville. Mm. Josslyn: You did not! Yeah, I sure did. You screamed at cyrus, told him to take his apology and shove it? Yeah. Good for you. Well, I surprised myself. I wasn’t sure I had it in me, but it was such a release to unload on him. I was terrified the night he held me and my mom hostage, but I’m not going to be a victim again. Clearly, you’re stronger than you think. Maybe. But cyrus is free, and if he visits me again, he might not apologize. Well, there’s no wonder you’re having nightmares. I think the scariest part of the dream is that… it wasn’t cyrus. It was spencer. Renault was holding me, and I was screaming for spencer to help me, but he just stood there. Well, let’s hope that never becomes a reality. No, it — it won’t, because spencer was so protective over me when cyrus came to the gallery. He stood up to him and told him to leave. So it’s not a thing. Good. That makes me feel better. There’s just one thing, though. What? Spencer told me that cyrus protected him in pentonville, and it’s unnerving to think he must be grateful to cyrus. I didn’t realize how much work goes into all this. That’s a long walk. And then you have to jump to reach all the branches and carrying this basket is heavy, and now I have to wash them off. Maybe I could help. I think this one’s clean, don’t you? Maybe just a little bit longer, just to be sure. I don’t know about you, but all this washing has worn me out. I’m exhausted. Maybe we should take a nap. Definitely. Yeah, I trust you. It doesn’t seem like you do. You’ve been through a lot these last few years. Your mother’s condition, boarding school. Yeah, but boarding school taught me to be independent. You’re the one always saying independence is a good thing. Stability is a good thing. You were on your own for a while. When you came back, you were bounced back and forth between grandma’s and now sam and dante. You need a stable home life. Yeah, but that’s not a problem anymore. We finally have a house of our own. Just you and me. The way it should be. I know you love the house… but it doesn’t change anything that you’ve been through. And I’m worried. I’m worried for you. I think that you’re putting on a brave face for my sake because you think I’ll be disappointed if you’re unhappy. Charlotte, I want you to tell me the truth. I don’t want you telling me what you think I want to hear. And what’s great is you don’t even need to buy a bed. Everything you need is already here. Okay. Alright. Full disclosure, there are a few quirks. Um, the bedroom floor is a bit uneven. Yeah. The drawers in the kitchen kind of stick, and the oven, I — uh, the oven is broken. That’s okay. I barely cook, so… the microwave works, though, right? Yes! Yes. Okay. Maxie, we should be pointing out the positive features. I said the microwave works. The claw-foot tub is amazing. The hot water never runs out. The walls are fully insulated, so you barely hear your neighbors. I’ll take it. Wait. What? Really? I’ll take it. Yeah. This is — this is really perfect. Okay, anna, you’re not just saying that so you can help me out, right? Oh, my god, you’re helping me out. This is exactly what I need.

[Coughing] Copd isn’t pretty. Hey, trina. Hey. Did joss send you over? No. Why? Well, because I needed josslyn to come over and help me decorate for the kids’ halloween party, so I just assumed she enlisted you for backup. No, she didn’t mention anything to me, but please put me to work. I need the distraction. Why? What’s going on? I’m sure you heard cyrus renault was released. Oh, yeah. I was visiting drew in the hospital, and he walked right into drew’s room. I couldn’t believe it. Yeah, I’m pretty freaked out that he’s back on the streets. I don’t blame you. But I do know they’re watching him carefully, so hopefully he doesn’t try anything. Maxie: Here you go. The place is all yours. Shouldn’t I fill out some paperwork or something? Or a security deposit? Eh, minor details. We’ll get to that at some point. You should just enjoy the apartment. Mm. Thank you! This is so great. Thank you both so much. This — this… do you thinkI could move in right away? Yeah, whatever you want. Okay. I can help you pack up your things at the metro court, if you like. Oh, I don’t have anything, felicia — barely anything. It’s going to take me a second to move. Okay, well, I’m really glad that this worked out. This is amazing. This feels like the first positive thing that’s happened since, you know, my house burned down. This feels like a new beginning. Only good things from now on. You want to know how I really feel? I feel like I have to go out with my friends tonight. No supervision. Okay. You want to go out with your friends alone? Then you have to do something for me. Anything. I want you to see kevin collins. I want you to tell kevin everything that you’re going through. Why do I have to talk to kevin? I’m perfectly happy. I feel like there’s something going on, something you don’t want to tell me. I tell you everything, papa.

[ Scoffs ] But if you reallywant me to do this, I will. Thank you. And I will drive you and your friends. But I will drop you off at harbor vista to trick-or-treat alone. Yes! Thank you! Yeah, you looked out for me while I was in pentonville. And it would have been a lot tougher without your protection. So you see my motives are only for the good of our family. And as I warned you, the only person you needed protection from was victor cassadine, not me. No need to be so suspicious of my visit today. Yeah, you were right about victor cassadine. And he did turn out to be exactly who you said he’d be — ruthless, sadistic. I’ll take that as a “thank you.” Look, I know that I owe you for the way that you helped me out while I was in pentonville. But I still know that you are a very, very dangerous person. Okay, you held trina robinson and her mother at gunpoint. You shot curtis ashford. And then you want to know why I’m leery when you come around? It’s because you’re a threat, and I don’t want you anywhere near my little brother. I’m no t going to denythat my past deeds were heinous. But those were acts of a desperate man, a caged animal, and that man no longer exists. I have seen the light, and that light is our lord and savior. And he has forgiven my sins. And I’M… and my life is now devoted to helping others. …Supposed to believe that you have repented because you can spout some rhetoric about finding god? You can believe whatever you want, spencer. Calm down. But don’t you forget people gave you a second chance after you got out of prison. I’m only asking for the same courtesy.

[ Door opens ] Grandmother. Spencer, w ould you give mea moment alone with my brother?

[ Chuckles ] I thought the whole purpose of napping was to actually sleep. You’re right. We — we stink at napping. No more nap. Wait, wait, no, no. I didn’t say that. I’m simply making an observation that we’re not very good at it. Oh, okay. You know what? We’re just going to have to keep practicing until we get it right. And we’re done. What the hell are you thinking? I’m sorry.

[ Sighs ] Coming over here unannounced, uninvited. It wasn’t a calculated move, laura. I was released a few days ago. I thought it’d be nice to pay you a visit. Ah. Well, I don’t appreciate it. Well, then you’re certainly not going to appreciate that not only did i spend time with spencer, but I had the pleasure of meeting my great-nephew, ace. Now, esme and I crossed paths once at pentonville, but this is the first time I saw him. What a delightful baby. You have no business being around children. Oh, but I do when they’re related to me. And like it or not, dear sister, they’re my family, too. Hey, hey, I got your text.Is everything okay? Yeah, it will be once we start decorating. That’s what this is about? This is a — it’s a decorating emergency?

[ Chuckles ] Yes. We have to decorate for the kids’ halloween party. Okay, well, I think that ace might still be a little bit too young for it. He was, um, crying when he saw the jack-o’-lantern in our apartment. Well, halloween doesn’t sink in until they get the concept of free candy. That’s right. And trina volunteered your help because we needed someone tall.

[ Chuckling ] Oh, okay, good. Well, I’m happy to help. Yeah. Where would you like me to start? Spread these up in all the corners. Thanks.

[ Laughs ]

[ Chuckles sarcastically ]

[ Laughs ] Hey. Do you want to head over to the library or study here? Let’s stay here. I’ve got to cut today short. I, uh, have to head over to kelly’s, help my mom decorate for a halloween party.

[ Door closes ] No problem. I’ll just, um, go to t he library when you leave. Go to the library? What are you talking about? It’s halloween. Aren’t you doing anything? I mean, there’s a ton of parties on campus. Oh, well, then that’s why it’s the perfect time. The library will be empty. I mean, you could study tomorrow. I me an, I’m taking fourextra credits this semester, and, yeah, it’s a lot. And I don’t know, I’m — I’m not really that big into dressing up.

[ Papers rustling ] Well, you don’t have to dress up to decorate. Why don’t you come to kelly’s with me?

[ Cellphone rings ] Hey, anna. How’re you holding up? Good. Pretty good. So, first of all, I wanted to say congratulations on your wedding.

Are you a happy groom? I am. I can almost hear you smiling over the phone.

[ Breathes deeply ] I want to wish you and nina all the best. You really deserve it. Thank you. That means a lot to me. So, what can I do for you, friend? Um, so… I would like to return my gift. What, did you buy me something for the wedding? You were kind enough to give me a bodyguard, and now I’m sending him back. Well, I’m not sure that’s a good thing.

Alright, so my circumstances

have changed. I feel like I have the key to a new beginning. So… I’ve taken an apartment.

Before you say anything,

it’s very safe. It is a small doorman building, 24-hour security. It’s mostly families, and I don’t need a bodyguard. Okay? I mean, I think the biggest threat I’m facing is maybe being caught in the elevator doors as I’m trying to dodge all the strollers. It sounds great, but you shouldn’t let your guard down. You should keep trey until everything’s settled.

Listen. I really appreciate your concern, but I don’t want a bodyguard. I need my privacy. I feel like I just want to get my life back. And this — this is the first step. My mom’s alzheimer’s never changed how mu aren’t you supposed to be reading? Uh… you are much more interesting. This c oming from the manwho wanted to listen to a dengue fever podcast on the way here? Well, now, to be fair, the doctor on the podcast has a very soothing voice.

[ Laughs ] Still, I would… much rather watch you paint. Will you thank dan for me? I mean, not just for the cabin, but for all of this. We have to send him something. Yeah, we will. Let’s do that. Yeah.

[ Sighs ] It’s so beautiful here. This view is amazing. Yes, it is. You’re not even looking out the window. I know. Hey, willow, are you still bringing the kids to kelly’s halloween party? Alright, well, we’re going to start early so the little ones don’t crash. Okay. Oh, I can’t wait to see wiley and amelia’s costumes. No, no, no, don’t tell me what it is because I want to be surprised. See you soon. Oh, you still have a lot of web, spider-man.

[ Chuckles ] I’m sorry, trina? Are you alright? Yeah, no, I was just thinking about, uh, pentonville. Ooh. That’s a dark thought.

[ Chuckling ] No. No, not really. I was just thinking about the day that I was released, and…we were so far apart then, and now we’re a lot closer and…you love me. And… I don’t know, I feel like the luckiest guy in the world. You are the luckiest guy in the world.

[ Chuckles ] Can I get a scone? They have cranberry. I love you so, so much. You are the most important person in the world to me. You know that, right? I feel the same about you, papa.

[ Sighs ] It was hard at boarding school. I missed you so much. You have no idea. But, look, none of that matters now. I’m back where I belong — with you. And nothing’s going to change that. I have so many regrets. I would change so much, but I’m going to fix everything. You just have to keep your end of the deal and meet with kevin, okay? I will. Promise. Like it or not, and it’s quite clear you don’t, we’re siblings.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah. What’s that saying? “You can’t choose your family.” You know, I prefer the words of the great bishop desmond tutu. And he said, “you don’t choose your family. They are god’s gift to you, as you are to them.” Spare me the sermon. We are connected by blood, and I care about you, just as I care for spencer and ace. I-I-I treasure all of you. I used to be obsessed with money and power, but they pale in comparison. Yeah, I’m just not buying that. I — how can I prove this to you? I protected spencer when he was in pentonville, and I will continue to keep all of you out of harm’s way. You need to give me a chance, laura. Are you willing to do that?

[ Breathes deeply ] Alright, if we’re going to do this, we’re going to do it with ground rules. And that means that you are going to respect my boundaries if you want to see me and those boys. That means you don’t come over here unless I call you and I invite you. Is that clear? This visit is over. I’ll wait for your call. But I hope it’s soon.

[ Cellphone ringing ]

[ Groans ] Valentin. Hi. Is everything okay? Yeah, I hope so. Charlotte’s finally agreed to talk to kevin. I’d like to set something up for this afternoon. Could you talk to him? I think it’s probably better if it comes from you.

[ Sighs ] Of course. I would do anything for my granddaughter. I’m very worried about charlotte. I think she really needs help.

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[Knock on door] Sonny: Come in.
Sorry to interrupt you, boss, but there’s a woman here to see you. She actually told me to tell you there’s a “broad” here to see you. Her word, not mine. Yeah? She wouldn’t tell me who she was, said it would spoil the surprise, but, uh, she said you guys were old friends? Sonny: Are you the broad who wants to see me? Hello, handsome. Mm!

[ Both chuckling ] Eddie! There you are. Today is the big day. I am on my way to go sign a major new client — blaze. Congratulations. That’s great. Thank you. I’m meeting her at charlie’S. Actually, do you want to come with me? She’s super nice and very down-to-earth, especially for someone that special. A-and, you know, she sings lots of different genres of music. Maybe she’d be interested in that new song you’ve been working on. Oh, well, thank you for the invite, but I think I’ll pass. And when I finish writing that song,

I’ll be the one who sings it. Well, suit yourself. As for me, I am gonna go make some music history. Or…you could stop hiding from me and sit down and discuss your future.

[ Indistinct conversations ] Well, well, well. Look who it is. You’re back. Maybe I couldn’t stay away. Feta and carrots are ready to be added. Mmm. Perfect. How are those potatoes coming along? Potatoes? Potatoes. They are ready to be put on the barbecue. And the steaks? A few more minutes of marinating, and they will be ready to grill. Great. Hm. Oh, you know what? I didn’t tell you. Cameron is dating a girl from college. I don’t think he’s completely over josslyn yet, but it’s definitely a step in the right direction. Wow. You know, I know you and cam are close, but it still surprises me that he tells his mom about the new girl he’s dating. Oh, he didn’T. No. Jake did. Ah.

[ Laughs ] I still can’t believe I have two kids old enough to date. Ugh. I’m dreading the day that violet’s old enough to date. Teenage boys, run!

[ Chuckles ] Well, prepare yourself ’cause it’s gonna be here before you know it! I’m not comfortable with this conversation anymore. Enough marinating. Let’s grill. Alright. Ready to eat in 15 minutes? Can’t wait. Wish me luck. Good luck. You’re amazing.

[ Chuckles ] Dr. Ashford. Hello. Um, yeah, I — I’d buy you a drink, but little miss bartender seems to be very busy. I didn’t come here for a drink. I… we need to talk about your cousin — mason.

[ Chuckles ] Oh, laura. Welcome home. Thank you, ava. It’s good to be home. Happy to see you and happy to know that you survived your journey to chechnya. Yeah. Yeah, it was hard. But I’m glad I did it. Oh, by the way, I heard about the kidnapping. Yeah. Yeah, it was hard. But I’m glad I did it. Oh, by the way, I heard about the kidnapping. I’m so glad that you’re safe and you got through that ordeal. Yeah, well, you know, I prefer not to think about it. I’m just so fortunate that I was rescued by sonny’s bodyguard and dante. And now I’m just — I’m focused on getting my life just back to normal. Yeah, well, I hate to bring you more bad news, but I just wanted you to know that we weren’t able to actually find nikolas. Oh, I’m so sorry. I-I know that you will never stop searching for your son. I just think it must be so difficult and so frustrating to — to exert all that time and energy and hope and to come up with nothing. Well, I wouldn’t say nothing. Really appreciate youstaying with the boys for me. Oh, and tell aiden that tomorrow we are gonna go get him apples for his pies, and we promise to pick them ourselves.

[ Laughs ] Oh, gram, I have to go ’cause dinner’s ready. Love you. Bye. Everything okay at home? Yes, yes. I was just calling to check in. Me too. I called chase when I was outside. He said violet’s doing great, and everything is well there. Oh, good. So now that we’ve both checked in at home… maybe tonight can just be about us. That sounds really nice. I don’t understand what you’re trying to say. I mean, either y-you found nikolas or you didn’T. Oh. I’m sorry. I don’t mean to be confusing you. What I’m saying is…

[Sighs] I don’t actually know where nikolas is today, but… kevin and I did find definitive proof that he is alive and well and he’s living somewhere in europe, I think. Ohh! Did you talk to him on the phone or…? No, no. No, no. We found out that he was making financial transactions. -Financial transactions, huh? -Yeah. I mean, is there any proof that it was actually nikolas d-doing that? I mean, anybody could have hacked his accounts and been doing that, right? No, no, it’s nothing like that. You see, w-we went to geneva and we met with his personal banker, who told us that nikolas had been in the bank in person several times in this past month. I don’t give a damn about my cousin mason. I’M… very grateful to you. Austin. Austin, stop! Tj, get out of here. This doesn’t concern you. I don’t give a damn…

[ Mason coughing ] …About your cousin’s life! Okay? I care about yours. There’s a cop right outside. Mason’s not worth it. I was about to throw my whole life away. But you stopped me. Thank you, tj. I’m not hiding from you, granny. I just don’t live in this house. So we’re not gonna run into each other anymore. And I have zero interest in discussing my future with you because of the way you’ve treated me. You will have no part in my future! You can talk a good game now… but sooner or later, missy, you’re gonna need me. And when that day comes, I’m gonna forget this ever happened. And you will sit down and talk about your future with me at deception. Do you really think that threats and blackmail are the most effective way to influence your granddaughter? Always worked with you. I’m here because I have a meeting with brook lynn. I’m signing the final contract for her to manage my music career. Get out! That’s so exciting! Well, I won’t keep you. Oh, the meeting’s not for a little while. I came in early hoping you’d be working. You know, I don’t work every day. So you could have texted or called to make sure I was here.

[ Scoffs ] What’s the fun of that? Besides, I decided to leave it up to chance. I figured if you were working, that would be a good omen.

[ Cellphone chimes ] Hm. Everything okay? Ugh. It’s lucy coe. Again. She won’t stop hounding me about the offer she and maxie jones made me to be the new “face of deception.”

[ Door opens ] Uh-oh. What? That’s her. Sasha gilmore — A.K.A. The woman I would be replacing. So I knew you were in town, but I was figuring out when you were gonna come visit me. Same old sonny. Never misses a beat. Always knows what’s happenin’. So, what are you in town for? Not that I care, ’cause I love seeing you. I’m here to see brook lynn. Oh. Tracy screwed her over on a business deal, so I wanted to make sure my daughter was okay. Well, brook lynn is — is tough like you. She’ll be able to take care of tracy. Trust me. Yeah, well, she shouldn’t have to. But I don’t want to talk about the quartermaines. I want to talk about what’s going on with you. Because I heard you eloped. Carly must’ve loved hearing about that. Um, carly’s fine. You know, we’re just trying to get along for the family. Yeah? Yeah. How’s that working out for you?

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Put it in ch so how’s the old neighborhood? Oh, it hasn’t changed a bit. Everything is exactly the way you remember it. Yeah, well, that’s what I like to hear. Oh, although, old mr. Peluso, the butcher. Yeah. He retired, and his grandson took over. And all of a sudden, the cuts of meat were not up to their expected proportions if you know what I’m saying. Right. So I had to take him in back and show him what’s what. I’m sure you terrorized him when you yanked the cleaver out of his hands. I did! And I never even had to touch the cleaver. Nice to see that nothing has changed.

[ Chuckles ] Why are you making this so much harder than it needs to be? Just offer the company to brook lynn, and if she turns it down, take no for an answer. Wow. There are so many things that I find annoying now that you’ve decided to live your life as eddie maine. Middle-aged man running around like a frat boy… your music…. but most of all, your intentional naivete! Oh, for the love of god! Tracy, would you give it a rest?! Stop badgering eddie! Olivia, I know that you are not responsible for my son losing his memory, but you are responsible for how you’re handling it. You are his wife. You have a legal right to have him committed. And if you don’t think that the shock therapy is appropriate, at least get him some intensive psychotherapy! Unless, of course, you are starting to prefer eddie over ned. Blaze, this is my sister sam… hi. Good to see you. …And our good friend sasha gilmore. Blaze: Hi. You look so familiar. Oh! I saw you perform at the nurses’ ball! You sang a duet with chase, right? Guilty as charged. You were incredible! And the way you stood up to your manager was really inspiring. Thank you. I appreciate you saying that. I have to go take care of something. Can you tell brook lynn I’ll be right back? -Sure. Yeah. -Nice meeting both of you. Sasha: Nice meeting you. You know, I remember seeing mason in your office a while back, and at the time, I said that — that I thought I had met him before. Right. Yeah. I-I remember that. I finally made the connection. Do you have any idea what your cousin did to me? No, I have no idea. But knowing mason the way I do, I’M… reasonably sure it was something terrible, so… yeah, I’m sorry for whatever my cousin might have done to you. You were willing to smother mason, so he must have done something pretty bad to you. But didn’t you have any other alternatives? No, I don’t think I could have done anything any differently. Except, well… yeah, I could have turned my cousin in to the police. That… that probably would have saved a lot of grief for everybody. Right. Ava? Are you okay?

[ Stammers ] Yeah. I’m sorry, laura. I just… I just need a moment to… absorb your news. I’m sorry. I-I really am. I… let me apologize for my son. I-I know that he treated you unconscionably during parts of the marriage and certainly the divorce. Hm. Well…

[ Chuckles ] If it makes you feel any better, I gave as good as I got… and then some. That’s just such a shame… because I know how much he really loved you. And I believe that you really loved him, too. Who knows — maybe after enough time passes, he’ll change his mind. He’ll come back to port charles, and maybe there’ll be another chance for you two. Hmm. Oh, I don’t know, laura. Um, if nikolas ever did love me… he doesn’t anymore. So, then my aunt kiki, who’s had one too many glasses of chardonnay, falls flat on her face after toasting the bride and the groom, but, without missing even a beat, she jumps up onto the bar, she does a full split, and then she grabs the bartender by the face and kisses him right on the mouth! Tall blonde? She was a character. Oh, yeah, she was. Well, this was before she married my uncle, who was a fireman. She had a thing for firemen. Hm. You know, we were a lot wilder back in the day. Yeah. Speaking of which… hm? Have you seen ned or eddie or… I don’t know what he’s calling himself these days. I have. Right. It is so bizarre. Uh-huh. I mean, all of the quartermaines, every one of them, has a different theory about what’s going on with him. What’s your take?

[ Sighs ] I honestly don’t know. I’m still trying to figure it out. As I have said repeatedly, tracy, I am not having my husband committed! And I can’t even believe that you would use the term “shock therapy,” which they haven’t done in about half a century because it is considered barbaric! I am just trying to motivate you into doing something. Well, that’s gonna be a problem, tracy, because I’m not gonna force him into therapy that he does not want to do! If he wants to strum his guitar and be eddie maine for the rest of his life, I’m gonna make peace with it! Of course you are. ‘Cause why should you accept an executive husband, responsible father when you can have “eddie maine” — a permanently arrested-development adolescent rock-and-roller? Hey. Sorry we’re late. I got sucked into helping dante run some errands. They were working on some home-improvement project, and this guy’s impressively useless at a hardware store. -Oh! Enough! Come on! -Stop! Were you able to find the stud finder? Well, I said sam doesn’t need a stud finder… oh, boy. …Because she already found a stud. That’s true. Right? Yes. But, yeah, I got you a stud finder. I can’t believe that’s what it’s called. I told you. For the record, it totally sounds like a made-up tool to me. Right? It’s ridiculous. Wait a second. I know he’s maybe done some odd jobs in construction, but how in the hell did you know what that was? Oh, well, baby, there’s still a lot that you don’t know about me. Hm. Blaze is going to be here any minute. So what am I supposed to say to her? “Hey, there. Guess what. Our majority stockholder had a temper tantrum and overrode my great idea.” I don’t understand something. If all you wanted to do was rescind your offer to blaze to be the new “face of deception,” you didn’t have to set up a meeting. You could just call her. No, no, no, ’cause I don’t want to rescind my offer. I am not going to rescind my offer because I’m not bowing to tracy! Blaze is the perfect spokesmodel right now for our company. And it wouldn’t hurt sasha. I-I promise you it wouldn’T. We’re supposed to meet here. Of course you are. ‘Cause why should you accept an executive husband, responsible father when you can have “eddie maine” — a permanently arrested-development adolescent rock-and-roller? Hey. Sorry we’re late. I got sucked into helping dante run some errands. They were working on some home-improvement project, and this guy’s impressively useless at a hardware store. -Oh! Enough! Come on! -Stop! Were you able to find the stud finder? Well, I said sam doesn’t need a stud finder… oh, boy. …Because she already found a stud. That’s true. Right? Yes. But, yeah, I got you a stud finder. I can’t believe that’s what it’s called. I told you. For the record, it totally sounds like a made-up tool to me. Right? It’s ridiculous. Wait a second. I know he’s maybe done some odd jobs in construction, but how in the hell did you know what that was? Oh, well, baby, there’s still a lot that you don’t know about me. Hm. Blaze is going to be here any minute. So what am I supposed to say to her? “Hey, there. Guess what. Our majority stockholder had a temper tantrum and overrode my great idea.” I don’t understand something. If all you wanted to do was rescind your offer to blaze to be the new “face of deception,” you didn’t have to set up a meeting. You could just call her. No, no, no, ’cause I don’t want to rescind my offer. I am not going to rescind my offer because I’m not bowing to tracy! Blaze is the perfect spokesmodel right now for our company. And it wouldn’t hurt sasha. I-I promise you it wouldn’T. Because every success that deception has would be a succ– she’s here. Hey, there! Look at you! You look so lovely! I don’t know if you’ve met my, um — my boyfriend. Martin gray. Martin gray. Yes. A pleasure to finally meet you. She speaks incredibly highly of you. Well, it’s nice to meet you, too, mr. Gray. Hey, would you grab a chair? Would you please join us? Actually, no, because I don’t want to drag this out. While I’m flattered by your offer to be the new “face of deception,” I’ve thought about it a lot, and I’m gonna have to pass. And not that you’ve asked my opinion, but for what it’s worth, I think you should stick with the face you’ve already got. Bye. Hey! Kristina. Have you seen blaze? We’re supposed to meet here. Yes, she told me to let you know she had to run a quick errand but she’ll be back shortly. Oh. Okay. Thanks. Yeah. Can I get you anything while you wait? Um, sure. I’ll take just a club soda. I need a clear head for what I’m about to do. Sorry, ava. Duty calls. Ohh. I-I totally understand. Yeah. I have to get going. It’s so good to see you back in your gallery safe and sound. Oh, well, as bad as it was, I know the worst is behind me. Time to f-focus on my future. And that’s very smart of you. We’ll talk soon, okay? Yeah, yeah.

[ Door closes ]

[ Groans ] Ohh…

[ Breathing shakily ] Hm.

[ Cellphone rings ] Ava. Hey. Finally. I’m really happy to hear from you. My gallery. Now. You’d think I would be able to recognize the symptoms and diagnose my own ocd years ago. Well, you know what they say. Doctors make the worst patients. And I have to say… I never stop learning new things about you. I don’t think having ocd is that interesting.

[ Chuckles ] I think you’re the fascinating one. No. Really. You are this… amazing artist.

[ Scoffs ] You’re als– no, don’t do that. You’re also this compassionate healer who happens to be the head nurse at a major metropolitan hospital. You’re just being nice. You know, I’ve been described a lot of ways over the years, and… “nice” is never on the list. Trust me. Ask anyone. Well, I don’t care what anyone says because I know you’re nice. And handsome. And so, so smart. The whole backgammon and reptile thing, I can take it or leave it. Okay. We’re breaking up. And I also know that you’re a really good friend, an amazing father, and an excellent doctor. Okay. Okay. I can’t — shh! I can’t listen to any more of these compliments. Makes me very, very uncomfortable. So… I’m gonna kiss you now before you can say anything else about me. Ah. My plan worked.

I’m amazed at the way you know me

those old sayings are true, that you show me

like love isn’t love ’til you give it away

so, darling, I’m not holding back

I’m gonna love you now

I’m gonna love you now

dancing in the dark

bodies close

hearts so warm

wrapped tight ’round my arms

I won’t let you go

and you won’t let me, so

so let me let you know

got a taste how it feels to be loved by you

I’m no longer the same

that’s okay, I’d change for you

so let me let you know and those are my grandkids. That’s rocco, which is dante’s son. He’s so grown-up and he’s so handsome, just like his grandpa! Thank you. Mm-hmm! And that’s michael’s kids, amelia and wiley.

[ Laughs ] Aww! I can’t wait until brook lynn has kids. Really? Oh. She and chase would make

beautiful children. I think he’s a good guy. Do you know him? Yeah. He works at the pcpd with dante. Yeah, I know, but, you know, cops aren’t your favorite. What are you talking about? I-I love everyone. Oh, you do? Yeah. Everybody? Well… oh. What about the feds? ‘Cause I heard they called you in last month. What was that about? Simple case of mistaken identity. Ohh. I owe you a big thank-you.

[ Scoffs ] For what? You accept me for who I am. And you defended me. You defended my right to be myself. I’m not gonna try and make you be someone that you’re not. I mean, you’re — you’re a spectacular musician. You’re a wonderful, kind-hearted man. Thank you. But I’m never gonna stop missing my husband. We don’t even know if — if sasha still wants to be the “face of deception” after the hell she went through. You know, she really is still recovering. I mean, we don’t know if she’d be camera-ready or even could ever be camera-ready. I have products — I have lots of classic products I need to rebrand, and I have new products I need to launch. And blaze would have been absolutely perfect. Except for the part where she doesn’t want the job.

[ Scoffs ] The reason that is — that we can’t do this is because of tracy! She really did bulldoze everybody so she would get her way. I didn’t — I didn’t even have a chance to do my full-court press to win blaze over, you know? I could have had her signed up, locked down, and she wouldn’t even have time to reconsider. So you wanted to trap her? No. What I want to do is not take this lying down. I am not gonna take this lying down. You know what I’m gonna do? I need to show tracy exactly who she’s dealing with. Ha ha! Mwah! I actually took a look at your family-room renovation plans, and if we really made a push, we could probably finish it in like four days. -Are you offering to help? -I am. Count me in, too. Brook lynn. Sorry to keep you waiting. Don’t worry about it. Why don’t I give you two some privacy? Thanks, kristina. So…let’s get down to business. You’re beautiful. And I’M… just so glad you’re okay… and that you called, that you’re… you’re drunk. Yeah. Been a hell of a day. Yes, it has. Because I just found out… that nikolas… is very much alive.

You can feel it…

when your dream

becomes a pursuit. There she is. Baby sister, come here! Ooh! I’m so happy you are back! I’ve missed you so much. Mwah! Come on, come on. I missed you, too, marty. I’m really sorry that I didn’t reach out sooner. No. Come on, now. I can only imagine how busy my sister the mayor is with managing the city and our wacky family. Yeah, I know. So… what are we gonna do about our wacky brother? Nikolas is alive? Yes. Laura tracked him to geneva. And while she didn’t see him, his banker told her that he had been into the bank several times in person. T-that’s great. Right? I mean, isn’t that great? No more blackmail, right? Yeah. Yeah. That occurred to me. For months now, I’ve been following orders from you and mason and your mystery boss because if I didn’t, well… you would deliver nikolas’ body to the police. But if nikolas is alive and well in switzerland, then I… I just need to know one thing. Did you know about it?

[ Monitor beeping ] What’s up, doc? You, uh, come to finish what my cousin started? I’m a doctor. I took an oath to save lives, not end them. Oh. So I guess you expect me to thank you for saving mine. No. I came back here to explain why. Mason, I don’t ever condone murder, even for someone as despicable as you. Sure, austin would have most likely been caught, and it would have wrecked the rest of his life. That was a factor, but the biggest reason I stopped him was that would be letting you off way too easy. Because once you’re convicted of your many crimes, you’re gonna spend the rest of your life in prison. And, sure, it’ll be for what — what you did to ava, not what you did to me. But as long as you’re locked up forever, I see that as a win.

[ Door closes ] In some ways, you’re different, but in other ways you’re the same old sonny that I know and love. Different how?

[ Inhales sharply ] I don’t know. Maybe you’re more…confident, if that’s even possible.

[ Gasps ] I know what it is. You’re more centered. Hey. I don’t know about you, but I’m starving. And that biscotti, it’s just not doing it for me anymore. I can get the chef to make something for you. Or I can make something for you. Sonny! What? I’m gloria’s daughter. Don’t insult me like that. Kitchen’s in the back. Thank you. Here it is — the official copy of our contract for me to become your manager. Now, as I promised, it’s everything we discussed and agreed upon, but I encourage you to read it again. You and I both made the massive mistake of signing those contracts with that sleaze linc brown. Look. I learned my lesson. I will never again fail to read the fine print, and I advise you to do the same. I also made sure that my attorney kept the legalese to a minimum so you will know exactly what you’re signing. Thank you. I do appreciate that you’ve been where I’m at and that you have my best interests in mind. But just in case, I’m gonna read it through anyway. Just to be clear, I want to help, but I have zero experience with carpentry or any kind of home improvement. But I am a hard worker and I’m willing to take direction. Alright. So… sam. Dante. What do you say? I don’t know. I just feel bad, I mean, accepting your help. I-it’s a lot of hard work. Yeah, and at the end of the day, all you would be getting is beer and a couple pizzas. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Okay. Look. I-I know you guys both mean well, but if you don’t cut it out, you’re gonna start hurting my feelings. Look. We’re offering to help because we’re your friends. Everything about this was magical. Thank you for planning such a special trip. You don’t have to thank me. It was amazing. I had so much fun today. I loved tapping those maple trees. I’ll never think of maple syrup the same way again.

[ Chuckles ] Me neither. My mental health was much better. But I struggled with uncontrollable movements called td, tardive dysk learn how abbvie and ironwood could help you save on linzess. Just for you, old friend. Though I gotta tell you something. That kitchen in there — it needs work. Oh, really? Mm-hmm. You should be happy that you got a friend who will tell you the truth. Did I tell you how happy I am that you’re back? I’m happy to be back.

[ Chuckles ] Dante, you’ve always been a good friend to me. And, sam, in the short time I’ve gotten to know you, proven that you’re someone I can count on. So I’d offer my help even if you hadn’t just both put yourselves on the line to take down dr. Montague. But you did, so… as a friend, I’m doubly motivated to help you. I feel the same way as cody. You saved my sanity and my life. Well, I am just glad that that whole nightmare is over. Yeah. Time for a fresh start. Okay. You say let’s do this? -Yeah. -Yes! -Alright. Cheers to it. -Cheers. Cheers.

[ Laughter ] Thanks. This contract seems pretty straightforward. Oh, wait. Hang on. We need a witness. Kristina, will you join us for a sec? -What’s up? -We need a witness to blaze signing this contract. Happy to help.

[ Pen scribbling ]

[ Paper slides ] Okay.

[ Pen scribbling ] That’s it. We are official. Thanks for being my witness. Anytime.

[ Chuckles ] Congratulations… client. Thank you… manager. Wait, wait, wait! Something to celebrate.

[ Laughter ] Here’s to making beautiful music.

[ Sighs ] You wanted to see me? Yeah. I did. Okay. You win. Sasha will continue to be the “face of deception.” And there’ll be absolutely no contract for blaze. I know. We decided this days ago.

[ Inhales sharply ] But you should know that’s the last decision you get to make for deception. My dream. My vision. And it’s my company.

[ Sighs ] That I own 51% of. Martin: Well, I got to admit. When cyrus had that coronary, I was worried. Isn’t that something? No matter how angry I get at our brother or how little I trust him, I couldn’t help but care. Do you believe that his religious conversion is genuine? I’m not sure. I mean, you know better than anybody how suspicious I was of all that when it started, but now I’m not certain after seeing him in that hospital bed. Man nearly died. Changes a person. You know, one of the arguments for his early release was that he’s an old man in poor health and therefore couldn’t hurt anyone. Does that sound like cyrus to you? No. It sounds like he’s playing possum. Yeah. Yeah, that’s — that’s kind of what I thought, too. His heart attack might have brought him closer to god, but it definitely bought him his freedom. And that kind of makes me think that… our brother is just as shrewd as he ever was. It’s a simple question, austin. Did you know nikolas was alive or not? No. I had no idea. None. I-I thought you were gonna go to prison for murdering nikolas, and that’s why I did everything that mason asked me to do. Because I was trying to protect you. No, I-I… had no idea that nikolas was alive. And mason is a liar who lies all the time. He lies to everyone about everything. Ava, please. Y-you have to believe me. Do you know what really scares me? I really want to believe you.

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After you. Okay. Alright, I’m impressed. This place is nice. Yeah. I really love it up here. How do you know the guy who owns this cabin? Dan and I interned together. He’s a good guy. Make yourself at home. Just put your stuff anywhere.

[ Sighs ] This is comfy and perfect. He said it would be here somewhere. He just didn’t say where. What are you looking for? You know, if you tell me, I can help you look for it. Found them. Okay, I never would have guessed that’s what you’re looking for. What are we doing? Hunting vampires? Hi. Um, do you have time to talk to mayor collins? She’s here to see you. Yeah, I always have time for laura. Send her in. Thank you, esme. Hey. Esme: You’re welcome. Hey. Boy, you have really settled into your new role as the receptionist. Well, she’s actually doing a very good job. In fact, she caught a mistake I made and saved me a lot of trouble a few weeks ago. It’s all part of my job. Let me know if you need anything. Okay. Welcome home. Thank you. Good to see you. You, too. Alright, what did you find out about nikolas? Oh, well, before I fill you in on all of that, I want to thank you for keeping your eye on esme while I was out of town with kevin. Good morning, mr. Gatlin. I need to check your incision sites to make sure they’re healing properly and there’s no sign of infection. Okay? I need you to roll onto your side. And I need you to make yourself useful. I need some more damn drugs.

[ Cellphone rings ] Hey, joss. Hey. Why did you leave so early this morning? I woke up and you were gone. Yeah, I’m at the gallery, covering for ava. After everything that happened in the past few days, she wanted to take the morning off and spend it with avery. Oh, that’s really sweet of you. Listen, can you do me a favor?

Yeah, anything. So, somebody’s supposed to drop off an art book at the dorm for me. Has it come yet? No, it hasn’T. And I’ve been in the dorm all morning studying with adam for organic chem. Okay, when it comes, can you just leave it on my bed? Yeah, of course. Okay. Thanks. Uh, hey, joss, I got to let you go. Somebody’s here. So, you’ve done this before? Done it, uh, once. I want to warn you, it can get pretty messy. I’m not the one who’s afraid to get messy. I can’t tell you what a relief it was to me to know that esme was here working with you and her baby was just down the hall in the daycare center. And I wasn’t kidding. She actually is doing a good job. Who’d have thunk it?

[ Laughs ] And I love having that cute little boy down the hall. He’s darling. Isn’t he? And he’s big. Have you seen how big he’s gotten? Yeah. Oh, I just wish that nikolas could see him. I’ll let your surgeon know that you’re still in pain. But right now, you are receiving the correct dosage of pain medicine. Doc, I’m really hurting here. I need something stronger. Okay? Do you think I’m lying to you? No, I don’t think you’re lying. But according to your chart, you just received your pain meds. Try to relax and let the medicine take effect. Oh, just get me another doctor, then, okay?! You don’t look old enough to be an intern. Any doctor who comes in here would read your chart and come to the same conclusion. We can’t endanger your health by ordering additional pain medicine. Do you need your ears checked? Because obviously you do if you ain’t heard me the first time. I need more drugs, now! Mr. Gatlin, I really need you to try to take a better tone — just out of my room. Go. Sir, I need you to calm down. Oh, god. Here you go, just running your mouth. I can’t listen to your whining anymore. I can’t wait for this to be over so I never have to hear you speak again. You never used to shut up down there, either.

[ Groans ] Wait. Wait. No, no. I know who you are. Yeah, I’m your patient. Now get me some more drugs. You were one of the men that was holding me captive when I was abducted. You held me prisoner for days.

[ Chuckles ] Well, then, cry me a river. So, is that it? The roles are reversed — now I’m your prisoner? I guess I don’t know what I’m saying. I must really be stoned. No, you know what you’re saying. You know what you did to me, don’t you? You know what you did to me, and you’re going to pay for it, you sick son of a bitch! That’s so old school. What is? Oh, handwritten notes. I mean, I don’t know how you can keep up with what the professor is saying and, like, write everything down fast enough. I don’T. I actually record the lecture, and then later on, I transcribe it in my own handwriting. Apparently there’s a bunch of research on this. If you actually handwrite things, you remember them better instead of, like, typing it. You’re full of surprises. You know that? Well, you should try it sometime. Seriously. I mean, it just seems like a waste of time. Oh, yeah, I get it. Your grades are already perfect, but I don’t know. This — this just helps a lot with memory retention. It’s the easiest way for me to remember all of the details. Trina, what a nice surprise. Forgive me for startling you. I… what are you doing here? Oh, right down to business. I like that. Not sure if you’ve heard, but I was released from pentonville. God bless our justice system. What do you want? I’m here to find some artwork for my new place. I thought ava would be here. This is just a fortuitous accident, finding you here. There’s no such thing as an accident when it comes to you. Yeah, I stopped by general hospital to apologize to dr. Robinson, and she gave me a stern warning not to seek you out. And, of course, I would abide by your mother’s wishes. Then leave. You’re right, I-I should — I should go. But before I do, I would like to apologize to you for my past actions. For — for what I put you and your — your mother through. What you put us through? I can’t believe this bs that I’m hearing. You held us hostage at gunpoint, and you want me to forgive you? You’re more of a psychopath than I thought you were. Get out! Now! Spencer: Trina? What’s going on? Cyrus, what are you doing here? Spencer, my boy. I really would like you to call me uncle. Remember the things you loved… …before asthma got in the way? Fasenra is an add-on treatment okay, lay it on me. Thanks. What do you know about nikolas? Oh, well, everyone who told me that chechnya would be a dead end was right. He wasn’t there? No. And no sign that he had ever been there. The same with cassadine island. There was absolutely no trace of him. So, then, kevin and i actually went to italy, to the cassadine mansion on lake como. I know it well. Yeah. That was also a dead end. And then I just had this gut feeling that maybe I should go check in with his banker in geneva, because eventually he’s going to need money, and that’s where his biggest holdings are. Was he there? No, we just missed him. But I got confirmation that he had been there. Several times, in fact. And one time, he moved a very large sum of money. I couldn’t get the details on it, but the good news is I walked away from there knowing that my son’s alive. Great. Thank god, right? Yes. But the bad news is that, uh, he doesn’t want to be found. Tj, what’s wrong? I just found out who abducted and held me prisoner. Wait. What? Who? Mason gatlin. The man who abducted ava jerome? Are you sure of this? I have never been more certain of anything in my life. It is him. Well, if it isn’t the doctor in the family. Says the felon in the family. Aw, didn’t you miss me, cuz? Nope, not at all. Well, at least, did you bring me some better drugs? You’ve had enough drugs. What did you tell the cops? What do you think I told them? I’m not messing around here, mason. What did you tell them? I told them that I kidnapped ava for you. You’re out of prison? I am. Miracles do happen, if you believe. Wait — spencer, I thought you knew that he was released? No. He went to gh and harassed my mother yesterday. She called me and she said she’s getting a restraining order so that you’d stay away from us. But here he is, bothering me. Spencer, I explained this to trina already. I had no idea she would be here. I stopped in to patronize ava’s gallery. If ava wants to sell you something, that’s on her, but I refuse. I refuse to wait on you. I don’t blame you. Oh, stop with this disgusting act. I don’t buy it. Trina, you’re angry at me, and I understand. I did a terrible thing to you and your mother. You’re damn right you did. And I regret it deeply. But since finding the lord, I’ve tried to make amends. Spencer, you — you know this. You witnessed it at pentonville. I did everything I could to make sure no harm came to you while you were there. I did everything to protect you. You want to try to pick one carefully. Why? Well, you know, sometimes it doesn’t work. No. Is there a trick to hitting the vein? No, a little luck, little skill. You usually don’t get one on the first try, but maybe you will. Let’s see. Yeah, this looks good. Come on. Come here. Are you ready? Okay. Put your bucket down. Alright. Yeah. Alright. Now, hold it right there with your left. Okay. Alright, and you’re going to… you’re going to strike it with your hammer, right here with your right, alright? You want to watch your fingers.

[ Laughs ] Watch my fingers. Watch my fingers. I’m going to watch both of our fingers. Okay, I got it. You sure? Yes, I got it. You sure? Let go! [ Laughs ] Okay. Everything I do that’s for my health is an accomplishment. Concerns of getting screened faded yes. You did look after me while I was in pentonville. But what you did to trina and to dr. Robinson and to my grandmother is unforgivable. Someone could have been killed that night. Spencer, I realize that, and I’m trying to make amends with everyone that I wronged. Spencer, are you buying this? Oh, look at that. The — the turtle dove. I gave those to spencer just before christmas last year in the hope that he would share them with you, trina. And he did. That warms my heart. You don’t have a heart. I hope you kept the other one, spencer. I did. Good. May I? No. I’m not going to stand here and make pleasant conversation with somebody who held me and my mother at gunpoint.

[ Laughing ] You should see your face. “Oh, no. I’m going to prison.” You’re an idiot, austin. If I had given you up to the almighty pcpd, you’d be in custody right now, not walking the halls of a hospital. You’re a joke. You’re insane. You know that? You are — you are. You’re certifiably insane. What did you tell them? I came in with two bullet holes in my back, cuz. I didn’t really have time to have a sit-down and chit-chat. But worry not. I do a tell-all when the cops offer me a deal. They’re not going to offer you a deal. I start rattling off details, I’m pretty sure they will. You know, I plan to tell the police it was you and me together in on the ava kidnapping. There is no proof that I had anything to do with ava being kidnapped. And they are never going to believe a word out of your mouth. I think they will. Tell me why you think mason gatlin is the one who abducted you. Look, I-I kept running into him in his cousin’s office, dr. Gatlin-holt, and I had this feeling that I knew him from somewhere. I just couldn’t put my finger on how or where. And today — today — tj. Tj. Take a deep breath.

[ Breathes deeply ] Today it finally clicked. I was treating gatlin, and it was something that — that he said to me that made me recognize his voice. It is distinctive, mom. He was the leader of those men that held me captive. It was — it was him. You were abducted to force my cooperation. Now we can both get justice. We can make sure that mason gatlin is prosecuted to the full extent of the law. No. We can’T. Why not? I really feel sad for nikolas. Mm. The decisions that he’s making now are affecting every single relationship in his life. And I just — I just wish I could get him to see that. But of my three children, he is the hardest to get through to. The brooding and the stubborn side of him is cassadine. The light and the loving side of him is you. But the bottom line is he did a lot of bad things and made bad choices in the last year, and they just compounded to the point where he felt the only alternative was for him to run and hide, which is exactly what he did. Even if it meant leaving spencer and ace. Alexis, let me ask you something. From a legal standpoint, if nikolas were to come back to port charles today, how severe would the charges be against him for holding esme hostage? Esme doesn’t remember that she was held hostage. So, at the moment, that would work in his favor. As far as the rest of it, that’s up to robert scorpio, da, to decide whether he wants to prosecute or not. And as far as I know, the only thing they have right now is a statement from elizabeth baldwin. Well, but she’s a very credible witness. They still need corroborating evidence, and they need esme’s testimony. And without that, I don’t think that he’ll face criminal charges. I wish nikolas knew that. Laura… the truth is, is even if he did, I don’t think it would matter. Wow.

[ Laughs ] Right? What did you say about not getting it on the first time? Beginner’s luck.

[ Chuckles ] Mmm. How is it? See for yourself. Amazing. Kayaking is my thing. Running is awesome. But her moderate to severe eczema would make her skin so uncomfortable. I was always so itch y es I just wish there was a way for me to get ahold of nikolas. I mean, even though I know once he’s made up his mind, there’s usually no changing it. Nikolas prides himself on being the good son, the good father, and he was all those things until he wasn’T. He blew it. And he knows that, which is why he ran. He doesn’t want to face the people he disappointed. But that’s why I feel it’s so important for me to reach out to him, to let him know that I love him, I support him, even though he made some bad decisions. I’m sorry to say this, but nikolas has resources the rest of us don’t have. And when a cassadine wants to disappear without a trace, they do. So, I think the only choice that we have is to just let him figure this out and come back on his own time. But he’s got a beautiful baby boy he’s never even met. And he’s missing moments in those — in the baby’s life that he will never be able to get back again. I just wish that he’d come to his senses and come back soon, that’s all. Well, I wish that, too, for ace’s sake. And I will tell you that spencer believes he’s very independent, but he needs his father, too.

[ Scoffs ] It’s so ironic. What is? That I can’t bring my son home, but my brother’s back, whether I want him or not. So, looking at my notes, I see the professor has mentioned twice in the same lecture “small alkanes.” Can you name all four? Come on. Is — is that the best you can do? No cheating. Okay, okay. First, joss, I would suggest knowing the definition of an alkane. An alkane, or otherwise known as a paraffin, is an acyclic saturated hydrocarbon. Or if the professor gets complex in his questioning, an alkane consists of both hydrogen and carbon atoms arranged in a tree structure in which all of the carbon-carbon bonds are single. So, now, to answer your question, the four smallest alkanes are methane, ethane, propane, and butane. Okay, well, it’s official. You’re a genius. I see why you get such great grades. Well, I-I have to. The, uh, competition is fierce to get into any med school, let alone the ones that are on my parents’ approved list. I’m sorry.

Your parentshave a list of medical schools? Oh, yeah. They want me to either go to harvard, stanford, or johns hopkins. I’m leaning towards harvard. I really love boston. Well, yeah. Boston is beautiful in the fall. So, what about you? What about me? What medical school are you leaning towards? Oh, my gosh. I don’t know. I mean, I haven’t really thought that far ahead. My goal right now is to just do well in undergrad and then move on to the next thing. You know, take it in manageable steps. And your parents are okay with that approach? Yeah, I mean, my parents are okay with anything as long as it’s reasonably productive and I’m happy doing it. Wow, I mean… what’s thali? , I haven’t really thoughtthat far ahead. My goal right now is to just do well in undergrad and then move on to the next thing. You know, take it in manageable steps. And your parents are okay with that approach? Yeah, I mean, my parents are okay with anything as long as it’s reasonably productive and I’m happy doing it. Wow, I mean… what’s thali? As long as it’s reasonably productive and I’m happy doing it. Wow, I mean… what’s thali? What do you mean, gatlin can’t be prosecuted for what he did to me? Tj, yes, you were a victim of abduction. But let’s look at this the way da scorpio would. You were blindfolded, correct? Yes. Disoriented? Yeah. Then your account of the situation and the details surrounding it are unreliable at best, and we have no supporting evidence to corroborate your statements. We don’t even know where you were held. This — this is ridiculous, mom! Yes, yes. You’re right, it is. But with my experience in law enforcement, this is not a case I’d ever bring to the prosecutors. He did this to me. Mom, I know this. I know it was him, okay? That voice. That voice — mom, it — it was him. I have no doubt about this. Tj, I believe you, but it’s not up to me. I hate that this happened to you. But if there’s any consolation in this, it’s that mason gatlin is going to be charged with abduction and attempted murder for what he did to ava jerome. That is great. That — that is — that is so great for ava. I’m happy that she’s getting her justice. Okay? I am. But what about mine? Where’s my justice? I’m not going to allow you to waltz in here and pretend that you didn’t hold me hostage at gunpoint. You threatened to shoot me if my mother didn’t tend to your gunshot wound. And if laura hadn’t offered to take our places as your hostage, you would have killed us. Those words came out of your mouth. So, you just want me to forget all that? I never asked anyone to forget what I did. I asked them to forgive, like the good book says. Oh, so, let bygones be bygones? You expect me to accept your pathetic, meaningless apology just because you’re spencer’s uncle? Well, guess what, I don’t forgive you. And I don’t care if you did protect spencer in pentonville. If you come near me again, I will call the cops. Come on, cuz. We’ve been seen together plenty of times in plenty of places by plenty of people. Especially your coworkers here at general hospital. Face it, we’re thick as thieves. When it comes to masterminding an abduction, who’s better to play the boss? Who’s better to play the henchman? I can play dumb with the best of them. I’m just going to tell the cops that I was doing everything that my big, smart doctor cousin told me to do. Why? Really, why? Implicating me isn’t going to make you less guilty, mason. You’re a lready going togo down for this, you know that. Yeah, I know, but I’m going to take you with me. You have been a pain in my ass for years. Always being so high and mighty, thinking you’re better than me. Why? Because you got some fancy piece of paper from a college. Well, I want to see how high and mighty you are when we’re sharing a prison cell. Wait, how many tries is this? Well, there was that time you hit your finger, and then you hit the tree. Uh-huh. And then the other time, I don’t know what you were aiming for. We’ll just call it four times. Good luck. What? 10th time’s the charm. Uh-huh. Maybe hunting vampires would have been easier. Well, I’ve got enough for both of us. Uh-huh. So much for beginner’s luck. Oh, we can have this on our pancakes tomorrow morning. Yeah. Speaking of which, um, are you hungry? Starving. Let’s go make some dinner. Okay. My mom’s alzheimer’s never changed how much we love her.But it did change her. It was so much fun. Thank you. Oh, it’s — it’s nice to be out of the city. It’s nice to be out of the hospital and be out here in nature with you.

[ Sighs ] Couldn’t agree more. My hands are so sticky. We have soap around here? Let me have a look. Here. Here we go. Thank you. You’re welcome. Mind if I join you?

[ Laughs ] Of course. Can you give me an example of a functional group? Can I use my notes? No, you may not. Josslyn jacks. Come on. I know you got this. By memory only. Okay. Okay. A functional group is a specific structural arrangement of atoms or bonds that imparts a characteristic chemical reactivity to a molecule?

[ Laughing ] Yes. Really? That’s it! You got it! Oh, my god. I told you you could remember it. Oh, my gosh, I feel like I just ran a marathon. Okay, well, now I need a break. Okay. We should — we should maybe go down and get some food or something.

[ Knock on door ] Oh, well, that’s probably the art book getting delivered.

[ Gasps ] Hi! Oh, you’re just in time to save me. I really wasn’t going to bring cyrus up. Oh, that’s okay. I’m fine. It is baffling to me how a miscarriage of justice to that extent could happen. Yeah. Leave it to cyrus to find a way to finagle a hardship release. It’s really unbelievable. I don’t know how you deal with it.

[ Sighs ] But he is your brother. But still… I’m very, very conflicted. I mean, I do believe in rehabilitation, but that would mean restoring someone to a moral state that — that is acceptable to society. I don’t know that that’s possible with cyrus. And then after all the things that he’s done, my god, does he even deserve that? The judge felt he did.

[ Sighs ] Well, then I guessI’ll do my best to believe that the judge is right and that cyrus can become a productive member of society. Mm. Yeah. But between you and me, it’s going to be a really long time before I trust my brother. I can understand why you don’t trust me. Hey, it’s, uh, it’s time for you to go now. Okay. I owe you a great debt, trina. If you ever need my help for any reason, you only need to ask. I will never ask you for anything. Do you hear me? Never. Now get the hell out! Hey. It’s okay. You’re alright. It’s okay. Hey. I’m here. You’re alright. Okay. I have active psoriatic arthritis. But with skyrizi to treat my skin and joints, we should wash our hands together more often. Definitely. We’re filthy all the time.

[ Laughs ] Should we start dinner? Maybe dinner can wait. I don’t know. We’ve both talked about how — yeah, okay. Dinner can definitely wait. What am i saving you from? Organic chem. I was just telling adam I was going stir crazy in here. How long have you been studying? A few hours. With our midterms coming up, we probably could use a few more hours. Oh, god, no. No, I’m done, adam. Well, you still need to learn the identification of hydrocarbons, though. Oh. Well, if you need to stay and learn the identification of hydrocarbons, I can come back. No, no, no, I need fresh air. Okay, well, that, I can do. You know, I have to take sonny’s speedboat upriver to dry dock it for the winter if you want to come. Really? Okay. Yeah, yeah. Let me grab my jacket. Um…well… I guess that hydrocarbon structures are going to have to wait. But if I ace this midterm, it’s thanks to you. Yeah. Yep. Pick up later this evening? Oh, I can’T. Um, but thursday? Perfect. Our midterm is friday, so… okay, cool. Oh, uh, what about trina’s art book? Do you want me to stick around here and wait for it? Oh, that’s really sweet of you. But seriously, no big deal. I’m sure the delivery person is just going to leave it right outside the door. I don’t mind at all. No, I’m serious. It’s totally fine. Do you have everything? Yeah. Alright. Bye. Are you ready? Yep. Let’s do it. If there’s time after, maybe we get lunch at kelly’s? Kelly’S. Mm. I know the owner. Well, they say that trust is built over time. Let’s see if cyrus can earn your trust. I mean, really, do you believe his religious conversion is sincere? To be perfectly honest, I am really not sure. You know, what I want to do is sit down with my brother martin and compare notes with him and get his take on it.

[ Knock on door ] Come in. Sorry to interrupt, but you have a video conference call in 15 minutes. Do you want me to reschedule it or… oh, no, absolutely not. Not on my account. I am going to get out of your hair and let you get on with your business day. Thank you so much for coming by and catching me up. I appreciate it. Always so nice to see you. So good to see you, as well. Oh, before you go, I have a question. Yeah? Do you know judge kim, the judge that sentenced drew cain? I don’t know him. I’m sorry. Mm. Well, thanks anyway. It was good to see you. You, too. So, I’ll see you at home tonight. You know what? Maybe tomorrow morning, we can all wake up and have family breakfast together? Okay, I’d — I’d like that. Okay, good. Um, I know you have that video conference call to prep for, but I have a quick question, if you don’t mind. Sure. Go ahead. I don’t, uh, really know how to ask this. Just ask. Can I have a raise? You want a raise? Yes. I want to move out of kevin and laura’s apartment. With them back, it’s just all so crowded. Is that the real reason? Yeah. Esme. Okay, I am starting to… …have feelings for spencer. Hey, drink this water. I shouldn’t have given that man that much power over me. Nobody should have that much power over anybody. I’m not going to let him make me a victim again, spencer. Trina, you did good. You did really good. You practically kicked him out all by yourself. Can you promise me something? Trina, I’m never going to let him come near you again. No, no, that’s not what I mean. I know you would never let him do anything to me, but… …I need you to promise that you won’t tell anyone that I — that I lost it like that with him. Especially my mom and curtis. Because my mom is already angry and terrified that he’s released, and I don’t want to add fuel to the fire. I know curtis is — is in a wheelchair, and he feels like he can’t protect us from cyrus. I promise. I’m not going to tell anyone. But clearly, you can take care of yourself. Though, if you ever need backup, just know I’m right here, okay? I know you are.

[ Monitor beeping ] If you’re here to beg and plead, just save your breath. I’m going to take you down with me. Oh, no, no, I’M… …done begging for things in my life. Besides, mason, who would I be begging? Right? I mean, there’s no one in this shell of you that’s even remotely human, so there’s no reasoning with you. You wouldn’t help me, would you? Not on your life. Well, then, I guess it’s just time. It’s time for me to help myself.

[ Monitor turns off ] You don’t have the guts.

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Finn, I — hi. Bad timing? No, not at all. Uh, almost done here. What’s up? It can wait. I’ll talk to you later. Okay. I get it. People have to look out for themselves sometimes, and that sometimes means starting over somewhere new. Just really, really sucks when someone who cares gets left behind. Hey, there. Hi, cody. Are you busy? Just feeding trigger here. You, uh, came to say goodbye? No. I, um, came to say that… I’m staying. You are? Um… well, that’s — that’s great. Cody, you can look at me. It’s okay to ask why I’m not leaving. Well, I am — I’m glad you brought that up, ’cause I am dying to know why you’re staying. Okay, here you go. Thank you so much. Jordan, what brings you to G.H.? I am happy to report I’ve been cleared by my nephrologist. So no more appointments with dr. Simon? Well, considering I only have one kidney, I still need to check in with him every six months. But he’s pleased with my latest ultrasound results. Well, this calls for a celebration. No champagne in the vending machines, but can I buy you a coffee? Aw. No, thanks, but you can give me an update on curtis. How’s he doing? You know curtis as well as I do. He’s tough as nails, and he’s determined to make the best out of this bad situation. Yeah, but it took him a while to get there. Yeah, he was feeling sorry for himself in the beginning and pushing people away. But I think he’s made a lot of progress. Something tells me you gave him a tough love speech. I certainly did. He wasn’t too happy at first, but he came around. I just wish I had an update on the case for him. No word on who did this? No. Unfortunately, we have no answers yet.

[ Sighs ] I keep praying to god to help me understand why this happened. But like you, I — I haven’t gotten an answer yet. Hey, babe. Babe. I’m glad you’re back, because your lunchtime visit wasn’t nearly long enough. Oh. [ Chuckles ] But I do understand why you rushed off. And I want to say thank you. For what? Because, clearly, you told laura it was a good time to come by, and I appreciate it. Laura has been an amazing friend to you, and you haven’t seen each other since the shooting, so I’m glad you two got to spend some time together. Curtis: Yeah. Babe. Is everything okay? Not really. Cyrus renault was released from prison. And I’m guessing that you already heard that. Just found out. I didn’t want to call you and stress you at work. I figured we would talk about it at home. Who told you? Tj. And, of course, I was furious that they actually let this monster go, but I said, “that’s okay. I’m going to take some time to process it.” Lo and behold, guess who shows up? Cyrus decides to approach me at G.H. That son of a bitch. Josslyn, I’m so sorry. It’s no problem. No, thank you for covering. I mean, I was at sonny’s office, and we were right in the middle of something when katrina called and said that she couldn’t finish her shift, so… it’s really no problem. We weren’t too busy. But why did you need to see sonny? Hey. Sonny: Hey. Gabe said you were busy, but I thought I’d interrupt you anyway. Not at all. Come on in. Want to give you this for the groom, and for the bride as well, actually. What? Yeah. Ringside seats to all the boxing matches? Are you serious? Yeah. I love it. But this is like a — not like a wedding gift for nina, is it? Yeah. She’s going to love it, too.

[ Laughs ] What do you mean? Gets you out of the house so she can have a few nights to herself. This is all you get, nina. Take it or leave it.

[ Knock on door ] Hi. Your assistant said michael was in here. I hope…I’m not interrupting. Is this a bad time? No, no, no, no. Not at all. It’s actually a perfect time because nina and i were just discussing something that concerns you. Weren’t we, nina? Yes, we were. So, do you want to tell willow? Or should I? Uh, thanks, dante. You know, this is — this is better than a toaster. Is that what michael got you?

[ Both chuckle ] How was the wedding? The wedding was exactly what we wanted it to be. It was small, intimate, just family. A few people missing, like avery and my best man. But… yeah, listen, you know I wanted to be there. You did it last minute. I couldn’t — I couldn’t drop everything. Work. The kids look cute. They have fun? Yeah, they — they loved it. Good. So, did michael fill in for me, or what? Your brother, you know, he stood by me, and it meant the world to me. But I’m not going to forget that I asked you to be my best man. Michael and I, we were talking about how much fun we had at the wedding on the island, and maybe we should go back there. That’s exactly why I’m here. This morning, wiley told me that he wants to go to grandpa’s island with you and sonny. Are the rest of us invited? Yes. We’re included. And he wants amelia to come this time. But he did make a point of saying that he wants to sit next to grandma nina on the plane. Halloween is coming up, but I thought the following weekend would be perfect, so we’ll all go down together. Does that work for you? I went to see sonny because drew was moved back to pentonville this morning. Whoa, what? Drew was almost beaten to death. They’re not going to let him finish recovering at G.H.? Does diane know that they sent him back? Yeah, she does, but, unfortunately, the transfer had already been approved, so there was nothing she could do about it. Well, that isn’t fair. No, it’s not. And then I went to go see him, and they wouldn’t let me in. Why? That’s why I went to go see sonny. I was trying to figure out what the hell is going on. Then I find out that drew was put in solitary confinement. That’s awful. Except it’s not, because it’s for his protection. And we are making some progress on getting him released. It just hasn’t happened yet. Thank you. Oh, look at you. Your hair looks good. Did I miss the memo? Have we opened up a salon at G.H.? It looks okay? You — you really like it? Yeah, I do. Okay. Do you always get your hair cut in your office? No. It was the first time. My barber, anzhela, was doing me a favor. It’s funny, when I hear the word “barber,” I think of some dude named joe in a white smock. Joe was booked, and I didn’t have any time to go out. And I was backed up with patients, and I guess, I don’t know, I just — I wanted to look nice for our trip. Well, I’m not going anywhere if I don’t get this done. So you better let me get back to work. I’m sorry if my hair was a distraction. I’ll see you later. Yeah. Okay. How does this happen? You weren’t notified when he was released, and now he’s allowed to confront his victims? This — this is outrageous. Cyrus said that he was there to apologize, that he was a different man back then. And now — now he’s found god and he sees the light. Oh, please. Of course, I don’t believe a word that comes out of his mouth.

[ Sighs ] Okay. Um… did you try to contact the hospital security? No, no, no. I wanted to stand up to him on my own. I told him that I would get a restraining order if he approached me or trina ever again. I put on a brave face. I did. But I’m not going to lie, he got to me. Mainly because I was thinking about trina. What if he approaches her? We can’t protect her in that dorm. She’s going to have to move back home, at least for a little while. Yeah. We’re going to have to protect our daughter. And I know just who to call. I haven’t seen you since tj and molly told me their surrogate was pregnant. Mm-hmm. Oh, I’m so happy for them. I know, it’s so exciting. And you are going to be a grandma. Okay, you know, I-I’m not sure I’m ready to be called that yet.

[ Laughs ] I’m working on an alternate name. Okay, okay, I understand. Stella, you got to help me. Yes? Okay. I made a big mistake. All right. You’ll have to excuse me, ladies. It’s curtis. I don’t know what to do. Okay, well, tell me what’s wrong. Calm down. I made a costly mistake with a patient. Uh-huh. Calm down. Calm down. Okay. And tell me what happened. Well, as you know, I finished my patient advocate training last week, and I was feeling very confident with myself. I thought that I could do the job, but today turned out to be a really big disaster. I was helping a patient fill out some insurance forms to get an approval for an mri. Now, these papers, it’s very complicated, but I thought that I filled them out correctly, and I told him that it was approved by the insurance. And so off he went to radiology. And I looked at the paperwork again, and I realized I made a huge mistake. He’s got to pay, out of pocket, $11,000. Now, I know that he and his wife are on a limited income and they don’t have that kind of money. What am I going to do, stella? Write a check. Can you repeat that? I have to write a check for $11,000? I was just kidding. A little patient advocate humor. Now, look, we deal with difficult situations like this all the time, and we will figure this out, okay? You just need to take a deep breath. Hm! All right. Good. And let me have the forms, and I’ll see what I can do. Should I come with you? No, no, you just sit tight, and I’ll try to figure this out. I told jordan that we were concerned about trina. Now, I don’t expect them to have someone watching cyrus 24/7, but he does need to be on the pcpd’s radar.

[ Sighs ] I don’t want trina to worry, and I certainly don’t want her to be paranoid, but she’s got to keep her eyes open. You know what? I’m going to call ava. I don’t want her working at the gallery alone anymore, especially at night. Jordan told me that you were with her when she found out how cyrus was released. Yeah, yeah, I was. He got a hardship release because of a heart attack he had a while back? That, and she said the warden cited his good behavior? I couldn’t believe it when jordan told me that. I mean, why would a warden do that, knowing what a criminal cyrus is? I’m more suspect of the doctor. Who would testify on cyrus’ behalf? Did jordan tell you who the doctor was? I didn’t ask. I know jordan, and she wouldn’t give up a name, especially to me, because she knows I would go track this guy down. What kind of doctor would put this animal back on the streets? Jordan: Felicia, are you okay? Oh, no. I messed up really big. I’m hoping stella can help me. Don’t worry. If anyone can fix it, it’s stella.

[ Door opens ] Hi. I just remembered what I wanted to ask you. Uh-huh. What do I pack for vermont? A toothbrush and a sweater? Ugh, you’re no help. What? What? It gets cold in the mountains, so, uh, maybe a hat and, um, the — those — don’t worry about it, all right? Dan already stocked the cabin. It’ll have everything we need. Okay, but what are we planning? Like, do I need hiking boots? Rain gear? Right, right. Okay. So, yeah. You know, we’re going to go for some walks in the woods, but nothing too crazy. It should be relaxing, not an episode of “survivor.” I mean, it’ll be fun, I promise. Yeah. I-I can’t wait. Okay. So what time are we leaving tomorrow morning? I was thinking around 6:00? 8:00? 7:00? 7:15? Deal. I’ll pick you up at 7:15 sharp. Oh, no, I don’t think so. I know you didn’t grow up with me in your life, but we’ve always had a special bond. Yeah, look, I’d be lying if I said that it wasn’t tough growing up without a father. But, you know, my mother did her best, but… seeing my friends in the street playing stickball with their dads, you know, that’s something I wanted, too. I’m sorry about that. It’s not your fault. You didn’t know I existed. But you know what? When you found out I was your father, you could have turned your back on me. And you didn’T. Yeah, I could have. But you know what? We lead different lives, and I made peace with that a long time ago. I just want you to know that there’s no one I respect more than you. Thanks. It means a lot. You supported me and nina from the beginning. And that… you always have my back. Well, the feeling’s mutual, because if it wasn’t for you, I don’t know that I would be standing here right now. I’m busy that weekend. I-I happen to be out of town. I’m going to paris to meet a designer. We’re doing a feature on him for his spring line. Well, no worries. It was just an impulsive idea. We can — we can do it another time.

[ Chuckles ] Okay. But with the holidays coming up, it might be hard for us to get away. I think we should shoot for next year. Yeah. Well, you know, you didn’t stop by for nothing, right? I mean, nina, why don’t — why don’t you give willow that — that gift? What gift? I’m sorry. Sonny — he ruined the surprise. I saw him earlier. He said that you had a gift for willow. Why don’t — why don’t you — why don’t you give to her now? No, that’s okay, I can wait. I’ll just bring it by the house this weekend. Yeah, no, but it’ll save you a trip. Besides, I know how busy you are at work, and who knows the next time you might be able to see the kids. Great idea.

[ Chuckles ] Here you go. Thank you, nina. Okay. I’m going to head out, but let me walk you to your car. You know what? That’s okay. I, um… I want to catch up with nina. Okay.

[ Door closes ] While I was packing, I, um — I came across a photo of me and brando. It was taken the weekend we got married. And I debated for a really long time if I was going to take it with me or not. And finally I decided to leave it there. Why didn’t you want to take it with you? He was your husband. It was symbolic, I guess. If I didn’t take it with me, it would be like I was leaving the past behind. All the pain and suffering would stay here in port charles, and it wouldn’t come with me. But as I was in the car on my way to the airport, I, um — I asked the driver to go along the lake so I could see it one last time, and when I was looking out over the water, I realized that despite all the loss — brando, liam — and despite the betrayal of gladys, there are many good things about this place. I have people here who care about me. Put me on the top of that list. Did you just change your mind? You don’t want to go? I absolutely have not changed my mind. I am really looking forward to it. I just don’t think a five-hour car ride with luggage and a cooler is practical in your mini cooper. You don’t like the mini cooper? No, I-I-I love the mini cooper. It’s a great car. I just think that mine makes more sense, you know, because it’s bigger. Uh-huh. Okay, well, I just — I don’t want you to have to drive the whole way. We can split the driving. Deal.

[ Chuckles ] I’m thinking whoever testified on cyrus’ behalf had to be paid off. So cyrus used his connections to get out. The hardship release, that was just an excuse. We need to find the name of this doctor. At the very least, he needs his license revoked. I agree, but you don’t need to get your hands dirty, okay?

[ Scoffs ] Cyrus is still a dangerous man, so we’ll just leave it to the pcpd for now. Yeah, yeah, I’ll back off. But if cyrus comes near me or trina, I’m not going to hesitate to take the first shot. That’s my wife. Not only a healer, but a warrior. You got that right. Felicia, I spoke to the insurance company. Were they able to cover the cost of the mri? Unfortunately not. They would not budge. It’s just unfair for the patient to have to cover the cost. Since it’s my mistake. Exactly. There has to be something G.H. Can do. No, this is my responsibility. I intend to pay for it. Come on. You know I owe you my life. When I was with the wsb, imprisoned, you came over there, you brought me back. You would have done the same thing for your son. Yeah, but, man, did i come back with a lot of baggage. It was like a struggle to get out of bed. And, you know, I was on the verge of losing everything that mattered to me. And I was able to rebuild my life. That’s thanks in large part to you. You got to give yourself a lot of credit. You worked hard, and I know it wasn’t easy, but… you know, if I learned anything from that time, it was, like, leave the past alone and just move forward. You’ve done that. You moved forward. I mean, you even found love with sam. Yeah. Like you did with nina. Couldn’t be happier for you. Hey, what are you doing? Going to pick up some takeout cookies for my grandson?

[ Chuckles ] No, no. But that does sound good, though. No, uh, josslyn just wanted to meet with me. Hey, what’s going on? Hey, it’s time to put out the “q signal.” Like — like the bat signal for batman. All right, you need to use some of your quartermaine influence, because you have connections and elq has clout. Okay, what do you need me to do? Well, mom was telling me about how even though we’re making progress in getting drew released, it’s stalled, so maybe you can help un-stall it. What — wait, what’s going on? Okay, look, I really appreciate, josslyn, that you want michael to help, but I don’t want you any more involved than you already have been, okay? It’s too risky. It’s too close to the insider-trading incident. Yeah, no, I’m afraid you’re right. Way too close. Oh, nina. This is so thoughtful. I love it.

[ Chuckles ] Look at how handsome our boy is. Yeah. Well… I’m really glad that you like it, willow. I made one for carly, too, to give to her. This means a lot to me. Thank you. You’re welcome. You know, we really had such a great time at your wedding. Wiley has not stopped talking about it. No, I think this can be a new beginning for all of us. Nina: It was impulsive. I will explain it to willow. Oh, right. You think willow will understand? Do you know what drew means to her? I know he helped her. He saved her life! Drew saved your daughter’s life, and you got him sent to prison. No, i didn’T. Oh, no, no. He’s only there because of you, nina. He was beaten so badly that he almost died. Do you think willow’s gonna forgive you for that? We really have to stop meeting like this.

[ Laughs ] I’m actually glad I ran into you. Please don’t let me forget apples. I won’t let you forget apples. Why apples? This weekend. I promised aiden that I would bring him back apples from vermont, because he’s totally into making pies right now. I love a good pie. Oh, I learn something new about you every day. What’s your favorite? Everything but rhubarb. What is that, a root pie? I don’t get it. I know. Me neither. I will tell aiden no rhubarb, like, ever. So, are your dad and chase all set for babysitting? Yeah, absolutely. And brook lynn is joining them. Aww. Violet’s so excited, I don’t think she’ll even miss me.

[ Chuckles ] I doubt I’ll even get a text message. So, no responsibility, no work. Just us. Just us. I like the sound of that. Me too.

[ Elevator bell dings ] So, uh, what’s next for you? Calling the movers. Mm-hmm. They have to bring everything back. And they’re somewhere in between austin and here. So I’m going to have to stay at the metro court for a few nights. If you want, I could ask mama q if there’s a spare room in the main house, you know, just till your furniture comes back. Oh, no, no. Some of the quartermaines are just too intimidating. Mm. And by “some,” you mean tracy. Yeah. She’s just a lot to take on. And I am not up for the challenge these days. I haven’t even gathered the courage to return maxie’s calls. Why not? Maxie’s always had your back, hasn’t she? Oh, yes. Always. But she never really said why she came over last night, and I just have a bad feeling it had something to do with work. Like, maybe my future as the face of deception won’t last very long. Well, don’t — don’t go jumping to conclusions. I mean, maxie totally supports you. She’s a good person. She’s raised a great kid. I’ve gotten to know james a little.

[ Laughs ] Kid cracks me up. He really tells it like it is. I’m not surprised that you feel close to james. You’re family. Although I missed you at the wedding, I’m glad that you stayed, because dex told me what happened with ava. Yeah, that was crazy. That mason gatlin guy abducts her. And, luckily, we found them before, you know, he could hurt her. If not for you, ava and dex would be dead. Dex, josslyn, spinelli — without them, we wouldn’t have found mason’s location. Well, I’m glad that you saved ava, because the last thing I want to do is tell avery that her mother died. Yeah. No kidding. So, you do all this, what does the pcpd do? Ah. They put you on leave? Is that what — why is that? It’s just procedural stuff. It doesn’t — it’ll clear itself up. But what I’m concerned about more is that cyrus renault was released from prison. Yep. I heard. Just don’t do anything you might normally want to do. Okay? Yes, detective. Come here. I love you. All right. Love you, too.

[ Exhales sharply ] Alexis tried to help us by cornering judge kim. I uncovered proof that kim was taking kickbacks and gifts, so alexis and gregory chase called in judge kim for an interview. They said they were doing a profile on his landmark cases. Did that work? Well, they confronted him about a trip he took on asher alexander’s private jet. Hey, isn’t he that billionaire with the yacht? Yeah, and, apparently, he went on some caribbean fishing trip with him. Kim denied it and stormed out of alexis’ office. Well, that might have scared him. I think it did. Alexis heard through a contact that he requested drew’s case file. So we’re thinking he’s either going to reduce the sentence or commute it altogether. No matter what, I just want to lie low. I don’t want you pushing anything, because I want to see what kim’s next move is. But you can still pursue your connection at the sec, because I want a name. I’m not going to stop until I find out who blew the whistle on me and drew. Willow, um, I just want to tell you that I have so many regrets about the things that I have done and my behavior in the past. I’ve made so many mistakes. I’ve made mistakes with you. And if I had one wish, I wish that I could take them all back. We can’t change what’s happened. But we can learn from it and try to do better. Yeah. I’m willing, if you are. Yes.

[ Chuckles ] I’m so thankful to have you in my life. You’re wearing the bracelet. Yeah, I’m wearing the bracelet. Are you kidding me? I haven’t taken it off since you gave it to me. I love it, I cherish it. You said it was harmony’s? Yeah, it was. It’s so strange. I’ve been dreaming about her lately. What have you been dreaming? I can’t figure it out. She’s — she’s trying to tell me something, warn me. And when I ask her what it means, she talks, but I can’t hear anything. I’m sure it’s just my subconscious working overtime. Oh, nina, I’m s– does talking about harmony make you uncomfortable? No! No, no, no, it’s nothing like that. It’s just sometimes I get overwhelmed because I realize how much I have, and I want to hold on to it, you know? I feel so grateful our relationship is so good now. I just… I just sometimes feel like it’s going to be taken away from me. I — I’m sorry. I’ve just lost a lot of things in my life. You’re not going to lose me. Okay. Oh, you’re the best, tonya. Thank you. And the next dinner is on me, girl. No, no, no, no, no arguing. I owe you big time. Okay. Stella, I got it. Who do I make it out to? Uh, no one. Oh, they don’t take a personal check? I can go to the bank tomorrow and get a cashier’s check. You don’t have to write any check. It’s taken care of. I don’t understand. The patient agreed to letting G.H. Use the mri results in a major research project that the hospital is sponsoring.

[ Mouths “what?” ] See? I told you stella would fix it. How did you get that done? My friend tonya coordinates research for clinical trials, and she gave me a few contacts. I made some calls, and that was it. Easy-peasy.

[ Laughter ] Oh, my goodness. Thank you so much. You’re a lifesaver. You’re back at the books. Yeah. Going over these numbers for august. This is our worst quarter ever. I mean, it’s going to take some time to get out of this hole. But you weren’t at the savoy. You were still recovering. Now that you’re back, the savoy is going to be fine. I sure hope so. Why don’t we put all this stuff away for now and start thinking about what you want for dinner tonight? I can cook. I think I got some steaks in the refrigerator. You know, you need a break. So why don’t I take my beautiful wife to dinner? Oh. What do you say? I’m thinking sushi. Sushi. Maxie and her kids are not my family. I mean, technically, they kind of are, but I’m the only one who knows, so it doesn’t really count. I know. Yeah, I know you know. And so do sam and dante. But I trust you guys. I know you won’t tell anyone. Wow. I’m honored you would put me in the same category as sam and dante. Oh, sasha, you’re in a category all by yourself. And what would that be? Mm, it is so unique, so je ne sais quoi, it defies categorization.

[ Laughs ] Um… I’ve actually been thinking about why you haven’t been honest with mac. Look, I’m the last person who should be giving any advice. But for what it’s worth, I would not be standing here today if I did not realize what I would miss if I walked away from the people I care about. And mac, he cares about you, even though he doesn’t even know that he’s your father. Can you imagine how amazing he would feel if you told him the truth? My contact is still working on it, but I’ll — I’ll keep you posted. Okay. Hey. Carly: Hey. Oh, willow, it’s so good to see you. Good to see you. Hi. How are you? Good. How are you? Good. Hey. Glad you could join us. Yeah. I came straight from nina’S. She’s still on cloud nine from the wedding. Carly, I am so sorry. That was… it’s okay. We were just talking about the wedding, or donna’s version of the wedding. Well, she is now a pro at being a flower girl. She threw down those petals with confidence.

[ Laughter ] And I do have to say, you know, donna wasn’t the only one who rose to the occasion. Michael really stepped up. I’m just so proud of him and the way that he’s accepted sonny and nina.

[ Knock on door ] Yeah. Hello, bride. Well, hello, groom. What are you doing? You already sent me flowers. Yeah, but, you know, the new mrs. Corinthos can’t have too many flowers. It’s a special occasion. Oh, really? And what would that be? Well, it’s the first night back in port charles as husband and wife. So we’ll celebrate. Mm. All right? Yeah. My dry eye’s made me a burning,stingi okay. Work done. Check. Haircut done. Check. Playlist for the car? Podcast on dengue fever. Check. Oh, no. You can hold that check. We will not be listening to podcasts on infectious diseases. Oh, no, I’ve been saving this one. It’s supposed to be really good. No, please stop. I will take care of the music.

[ Mellow guitar music plays ] Huh? Okay. Okay.

[ Laughs ] See you at 7:30. No, 7:15. W-we said 7:15.

I opened up my heart

and you walked right in this is not my first rodeo.

Would you stay a little while? Okay. Go, cowgirl.

That love takes its sweetest time to grow yeah. Yeah, trigger’s a good guy.

And I hope, I hope don’t let these forms intimidate you. You’re going to get used to the terminology. Okay?

I get to know you more yes, okay. You’re going to get this. I know you will.

‘Cause I want every bit of you

the good and the bad

my heart is yours when you’re happy hey, you ready to go, sweetie? All set. Wow. Lookit. You look great. Thank you. So do you. Thank you. Let’s do it. Yes. Yes. After you, monsieur.

[ Laughs ] Look at me. Oh, man!

And I know, I know

that love makes a person feel whole leave her alone. Hey, you know, when michael was little, he used to dip his french fries in his shake.

And I hope, I hope he still does it. That’s gross. Don’t knock it till you try it. Here. No, I’m not trying it.

We get closer as we go I’m not trying it. It’s mint chip. No, you try it.

‘Cause I want every bit of you

the good and the bad oh.

My heart is yours when you’re happy

it’s yours when you’re sad this is delicious. Not better than my cooking? No, nothing is better than your cooking.

…That I feel the way I do I’ll make you my specialty tomorrow.

And I was made for you I can’t wait.

And I was made for you

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