Friday, August 4, 2006
Sonny argued with Lainey over his medication. He thought he was getting too much and feared it would turn him into a zombie. "I am who I am, and I'm not gonna change for anybody," he said. Lainey promised that she'd find the correct dose so he could achieve "successful social behavior." Sonny still refused to let her increase his dosage. Lainey said whenever he decides he's ready to get well that he let her know. "Until then, we're done here," she said before showing him out of her office.

Sam bumped into Jason at the hospital and Alexis saw them talking. After a few moments, Lucky came by and arrested Jason. Carly walked in to see it and Jason told her to get him a lawyer.

Ric vistied Sonny and told him that he's better equipped than Jason to handle the meeting with Rosales because he's a lawyer and a shark. "If you send me into that meeting I will come out with you in a position of power," he promised. Carly came running in to tell Sonny that Jason needs a lawyer. When she saw Ric talking to Sonny, she guessed that he had Alexis arrest Jason to buy some alone time with his brother. Ric said that Alexis has her own agenda. Sonny told Ric to leave and reminded him that his hatred of Jason has caused him a lot of pain. Ric left and Carly told Sonny they need to get Jason out of jail so he can go to the meeting. Sonny said there's no time and that he'd go himself. Carly noticed that Sonny hadn't taken his medication and asked him to be careful.

Sonny sat in the car while Bernie briefed him on the participants in the meeting. He said how one of the guys was a real hothead. He asked Sonny if he was sure he was up to it and offered to go in for him. Sonny told Bernie to stay in the car "like a good little boy" while he goes into the meeting himself. Sonny walked into the meeting and one of the guys said they heard he went "loco". One man told Sonny that he is not who he once was. He asked how he can control his organization if he can't control himself. Then he told the other men at the meeting that they were leaving, and Sonny pulled a gun and said, "You leave when I say."

Lucky popped a couple of pills just before Alexis came in to the police station. Sam told her that it it's ridiculous that she had Jason arrested on made-up charges and then stormed out. Alexis sat with Jason and told him that he's being held for his own protection because some thugs are in town that might want to hurt him. She then told Jason if he really cares about Sam that he should just tell her he doesn't love her anymore. Jason said he can't lie to Sam like that. Carly busted into the interrogation room demanding that Jason be released. She threatened to tell the mayor Alexis is abusing her position as DA. Alexis went into a horrible coughing fit.

Lucky went out for a cup of coffee and ran into Ric who asked Lucky if he was part of the cover-up of Jason's role in Manny's murder. Lucky denied any knowledge. He told him how pathetic it is that everyone covers for Jason when he should be prosecuted for murder.

Sam went back home and poured a drink. Ric was already there, seemingly a drink or two in already. He poured himself another and told Sam that Jason doesn't deserve her pain. Sam asked why Ric cares. "You tell me," Ric answered.

Lulu saw Elizabeth with her son and asked how it made her feel when she learned she was pregnant. Elizabeth admitted that she had a hard time facing up to it at first, but that now she can't imagine her life without her kid. She told Lulu that denial really only makes things worse once you do deal with your issues.

A bikini-clad Colleen talked Nikolas into putting on some trunks and joining her for a swim. He brought with them a picnic basket he had made. Emily came back with Alfred, the butler, because she thought she left her phone behind. While she sorted through papers on a desk looking, she stumbled onto a photo of her and Nikolas. As she sighed looking at it, Nikolas came back in saying that Alfred told him that he had a phone call, and seeing as there was no call, they realized that Alfred set them up to meet. They found Emily's cell phone stuck in the couch. When Alfred came back they asked him if he hid her phone on her, but he denied it. He dropped off some lemonades and left again. Nik asked Emily if she wanted to join him for a swim. Colleen came back to see him talking to Emily. Later, Emily and Nikolas marveled over Spencer as he napped. The lights flickered and they worried about a brownout. Colleen came in and took Spencer for a bath. After she left, Emily commented to Nik that she doesn't think Colleen likes her because she has a crush on him. Nikolas asked Emily if that would make her jealous.

Thursday, August 3, 2006
At the hospital, Robin visited with April and the women discussed living with HIV and AIDS. Patrick eavesdropped, then disappeared. Robin opened up about Stone. By sharing her own story, Robin inspired April to keep on living.

At Wyndemere, Nikolas discussed changing John's name with Colleen. She suggested Stefan, but Alfred suggested that he discuss the matter with someone who knew him better like, say, Emily. Colleen fumed in silence, especially when Nik admitted that he liked Alfred's friendly meddling. Emily arrived and Nik gave her the name pitch. He decided on Spencer. Eavesdropping Colleen scoffed at the choice. Em then told Nik that she and Sonny broke up. He was sorry she was hurting but not sorry she was no longer a part of Sonny's dangerous world. Em excused herself and when Alfred handed her her purse, he slipped her cell phone out of it, that sly dog. Afterward, Colleen emerged in a red bikini with Spencer, saying they were heading down to the water. Realizing she caught Nik's eye, she asked him if he wanted to join them.

Anna bumped into Alcazar at Metro Court, but it wasn't an accident, as Carly was on the phone and mentioned the possibility of brown-outs. Alcazar Told Anna that Robert helped Skye disappear. Anna was shocked and assured Alcazar that she and Robert are not working together. He threatened to make trouble for Anna if she doesn't help him pressure Robert to give up Skye's location. Anna called Robert down to the hotel and the former marrieds started sparring and sniping. Robert suspected that Anna was on Alcazar's trail for an ulterior motive. She chastised him for getting involved with Skye. Just then, Patrick interrupted the commotion. He explained about the OR mishap and expressed his concern for Robin's well-being. He was worried that all these memories about Stone would be too much for her. Robert and Anna thanked Patrick for mentioning it to them. He left, and Robert and Anna were devastated at the way they'd deserted Robin during that terrible time in her life. Robert pointed out that hindsight is always 20/20. He said they have two options: they could take off or they could try again. "We've stumbled into a second chance as parents," Scorpio noted. "I suggest we grab it with both hands."

At Casa de Corinthos, Sonny sat in the dark and was irritated when Max refused to stock the bar with liquor. Carly arrived and vowed that she is going to save Sonny from himself. Carly admitted Em told her about the breakup, and Sonny realized Emily asked Carly to keep an eye on him. Sonny claimed he's allowed to be a headcase if he wants to be. Carly accused him of being selfish. "What about your kids?" she huffed. "I'd never hurt my children," he insisted. Sonny wondered if Carly was trying to get close with him again. Of course, she denied it. Carly was able to coax Sonny to continue his therapy. Later, Sonny conceded and went to see Lainey, but got a surprise when he ran into Max there. Sonny accused Max of spying on him for Lainey, a charge both Lainey and Max adamantly denied. After Sonny's outburst, she suggested upping Sonny's dosage.

On the docks, Alcazar informed Diego that he's made overtures to the South Americans and plans to take their business away from Jason. Later, as Alcazar met with one of the South American reps, Carly wandered by and overheard the exchange. Then, one of Alcazar's bodyguards discovered her lurking and exposed her. "How much did you hear, Carly?" Alcazar demanded to know.

At the hospital, Alan expressed his concern about Robin dealing with April's case, but she remained resolute in her conviction to help. Patrick stood nearby in silent awe. Anna called Robin and asked her to meet her at Kelly's. Anna spilled about Patrick's confession and concern and begged her daughter to let her help her. "I'm really scared, mom," Robin admitted. She said she feared that she'll die a slow, painful death like Stone did, but Anna tearfully assured her daughter she'd see to it that she and Patrick would both be okay. The women shared a tearful embrace. Robert went to the hospital to see Patrick, and told the doc that while he initially didn't like Patrick, he now believes Patrick is a good man and he'd be a fine addition to any family.

Wednesday, August 2, 2006
On the docks, Maxie met up with Lucky, and admitted that she understands he's married but she's having trouble hiding her feelings for him. She then gives him another vial of pills and said, "Call me when you can." Meanwhile, Elizabeth went to the penthouse to see Jason and informed him that Lucky knows Morgan was the one who killed Manny. Just then, Lucky showed up, and Liz hid. Lucky realized Alexis was covering up the truth and wanted to know why. Lucky then mentioned that Sam took the file and threatened to go to internal affairs about it. Jason ordered him out, and Liz was aghast. She was upset by Lucky's addiction and the problems he was causing and was at a loss about what to do. Jason offered her sage advice, then was called away on business. Bernie informed Jason that the South Americans are feeling neglected and are considering teaming up with Alcazar instead. Just then, Robin showed up, much to Bernie's chagrin. Jason cut the meeting short and assured Bernie he'd take care of everything.

At G.H., Patrick realized that, after he was shot down by a nurse, word had spread around the hospital that he was exposed to HIV/AIDS in the operating room. Noah witnessed the exchange and bawled out his son for flirting with another woman in front of Robin. Patrick assured his father that his skirt-chasing days were over and stormed off, leaving it to Robin to fill Noah in on what happened. Patrick went to see the AIDS patient, April, but couldn't carry on a conversation about her case and exited. Robin then visited April, who complained about Patrick's bedside matter. Robin come clean about what happened in the O.R., and also disclosed her own HIV status, as well. Noah located Patrick and apologized, but Drake Junior refused any special care. "I'm not terminal, Dad, so don't treat me like I am," he huffed. Noah gave Patrick a homemade hangover remedy to deal with the vomiting that'll come with the preventative protocol of meds he's on, then told his son he's never been prouder of him. Patrick returned to April's room. She apologized, but he said nothing was her fault. April explained that she got the disease from her drug-using boyfriend. Patrick couldn't cover his genuine concern for April. Later, Patrick told his dad he tried the hangover remedy and it helped. Then, Alan showed up with the results of Patrick's first blood test. Negative. But, he's got to continue the protocol and get tested again in six months.

Mayor Floyd had a talk with Ric and advised him to stay invisible when it comes to Alexis. After all, she's the DA and he's a crime lord's brother. Meanwhile, Alexis confronted Sam about missing files and tainted records (unaware that she had nothing to do with them! Poor Sam!) Sam then mentioned she took her GED test and sarcastically thanked her mother for her support. Afterward, Alexis quizzed Ric to see if he was the one who tampered with the records in the Ruiz case. He denied it, and she tried to dismiss him. Ric then brought up the fact that Jason killed Manny, not Lucky, then surmised that Alexis made a deal with Jason that she wouldn't charge him if he stayed away from Sam. Unfortunately, Sam happened to be outside the door and heard the whole thing. Sam was appalled. Ric chastised Alexis for her actions and pointed out how her job is keeping her away from her family, then stormed out.

Maxie went to Kelly's and was nice to Lulu, which automatically sent up a red flag. Sam showed up to drown her sorrows in ice cream. Ric appeared shortly thereafter. Sam vented about Alexis and was surprised that Ric didn't jump to her defense. Inside, a concerned Lulu was counting days on the calendar. (Uh-oh!)

Liz returned home, to a romantic evening of wine and candlelight that Lucky had arranged. She wanted to discuss his pills, but succumbed to her hubby's sweet gesture. They kissed and Lucky took off his shirt. They made love. During the cuddly afterglow, Liz expressed her concern but Lucky had fallen asleep.

Robin explained Patrick's dilemma to Jason. She then confessed that she's flashing back to Stone all over again. Jason reminded her that she's living proof HIV is not a not a death sentence. Robin thanked Jason for all his support through the years.

Tuesday, August 1, 2006
Elizabeth went to Wyndemere and admitted her suspicions about Lucky's addiction to Nikolas. Nik offered his sister-in-law solace, as nasty nanny Colleen eavesdropped, then interrupted their hug. After the introductions, Nik dismissed Colleen and apologized to Liz for not seeing the signs himself.

As Maxie and Lucky made out in his squad car, Maxie accidentally knocked it into gear and it went crashing into Edward's Bentley. Lucky apologized and was forced to think up a story about taking Maxie home because she needed a ride. Edward wasn't upset. In fact, he expressed a debt of gratitude to Lucky for "dispatching" Manny, the man who'd murdered his grandson, Justus. Edward's faith in him only made Lucky feel worse. After he dropped Maxie at home, Lucky met Nikolas at Kelly's. Lucky was in no mood for a lecture from his brother and verbally exploded. Witnessing Lucky's paranoia in action, Nik realized that his brother was indeed hooked on something but when he voiced that sentiment, Lucky physically attacked him. Carly walked up and shouted, "What are you doing?" Lucky took off.

Emily realized that Sonny was breaking up with her. "It shouldn't be this hard for you," said Sonny, referring to her having a bipolar, unemployed, ex-mob boss for a boyfriend. "You deserve better." Emily shot back that ending their relationship was the most selfish thing he's ever done. Sonny thanked Em for being so good to him. "I thought I was taking care of you when, in fact, you were fixing me," he marveled. Em was sad but said she wouldn't fight him and she wouldn't beg. He called her an angel. "I could never hate you Sonny," she smiled through tears. "You gave me a wonderful gift. You reminded me how strong I can be. And now, I guess, it's returned." Sonny embraced Emily and told her to be happy.

On the docks, Carly advised Jason to give up the business and go back to Sam. Jason didn't want to hear her plan, but Carly pointed out that he's been miserable without his ladylove. Jason remained adamant about staying away from Sam in order to keep her safe. Just then, Bernie showed up with a matter that needed Jason's attention. "You have the world's worst timing," snarled Carly. She huffed off and Bernie updated Jason on a situation in South America. Jason sighed that he would take care of it. Jason arrived at Sonny's, where he caught his ex-boss almost taking a drink — but didn't. Sonny then told his ex-enforcer that he let Emily go. Jason admitted he was thankful that his sister got Sonny the help he needed when he never did. Sonny said Jason had nothing to apologize for, but Sonny would stick to his treatment for the sake of his children. He also told Jason that he'd have to continue running the business. Jason wasn't please to hear that.

Lucky returned home to Elizabeth and apologized, but still denied his addiction. Liz pointed out that his spat with Nik is evidence that's something wrong. "I'm not an addict, just a cop with a bad back," Lucky insisted. Liz said they'd figure it out and they hugged.

At Kelly's, Georgie informed Maxie about the fight between Lucky and Nikolas. When Maxie spoke up in Lucky's defense, Georgie realized that he's the married man her sister has been seeing. Georgie was furious but Maxie refused to give Lucky up.

Emily returned to the Quartermaine mansion, where Edward was delighted that his granddaughter wanted to come home. He welcomed her back with open arms. Emily summoned Carly to the Q's and broke the news that she and Sonny broke up. Carly was genuinely surprised and was curious why, after all Em went through holding on to Sonny, that she'd give up on him now. Em said she was giving Sonny what he wanted, then implored Carly to make sure he stuck with his treatment.

Monday, July 31, 2006
Lucky was angry to learn that he wasn't responsible for Manny's death — Jason was. He vented his frustration toward Elizabeth, and things got worse when she discovered his vial of pills. "Are you still on these?" she asked, shocked. He flipped out at his wife in a most paranoid fashion, but she refused to let her doped-up hubby turn the tables on her. "Stop interrogating me," Lucky shouted. "I'm the cop here." Lucky grabbed the vial and stormed out.

In the stuck courthouse elevator, Jason helped Sam study for her GED. They discussed Sonny and his dilemma. Sam was pleased to hear the men were on speaking terms again. Of course, the topic shifted to why he dumped her to protect her and her insisting that she doesn't care about the danger, etc. "I've never had a normal life," Sam reminded her ex, stating his argument still lacked validity. After she insisted that they could still have what they used to have, the elevator shifted and the door opened.

At Casa de Corinthos, Sonny was hesitant about taking his new medication, but Carly asked him to try it. Sonny became irritated when Carly mentioned that Lainey was concerned about Sonny's therapy sessions. Carly corrected that Lainey didn't share any details, but Sonny cleverly turned the tables on her by saying that he had discussed their past sex life with the good doctor. Turning serious again, Carly discussed her own breakdown and advised Sonny to live life in the open and avoid bottling up his fears and emotions. "We've seen each other through a lot," Sonny pointed out. "It wasn't all bad," Carly reminded. They had a flashback to when Sonny first took Carly to the island after she lost their child. "That's when I knew I loved you," Carly shared back in the present.

At the hospital, Robert gave Skye her instructions for disappearing. Skye admitted she's going to miss her life with the Quartermaines. Robert pointed out that she'll miss Luke, as well. Skye rebuffed the notion, but they both knew it was true. Skye gave Robert a thank-you hug, then the elevator opened to reveal — Lorenzo. Skye tried to walk away, but Lorenzo implored her not to leave and not to have Robert hide her. She denied the accusation, but Lorenzo saw through her lie and said no matter where she went, he'd find her. Robert advised Lorenzo, "As a gentleman," to back off. Lorenzo insisted in accompanying Skye to her doctor's appointment. After her check-up, Robert assured a concerned Skye not to worry. Robert created a distraction, which took Lorenzo's attention way from the office for just a moment. Lorenzo realized he'd been had and stormed into the office, only to find Robert. Skye was indeed gone.

Elizabeth went to Patrick and confided that Lucky's a pill-popper and she suspects he is the one stealing the meds form the hospital. Patrick pointed out that Lucky has all the signs of a "dependent" and said he needed to get into rehab. He advised Liz to have a support system in place for her, as well. On the docks, Lucky chewed out Emily for being Liz's spy. Em shouted she had no idea what he was talking about and whatever his beef was with his wife, Liz was doing what she's doing out of love. Lucky went to the hospital and caught Liz and Patrick in a hug. He exited and met up with Maxie, who supplied him with more pills. Lucky confided in her about his fight with Elizabeth. She moved in with a kiss, and accidently knocked his squad car into gear.

Sam found Kristina and Ric at the hospital, and assuaged her little sister's fears about getting a shot. She kept mum about her and Jason in the elevator, though.... Carly met Jason at the docks and they compared notes on Sonny's condition. Jason wasn't thrilled at the prospect of possibly running the business permanently.... Emily went to Sonny's, where he told her that he took the meds and apologized for yelling at her earlier. Sonny then dropped a bomb and said that in order to get through his recovery, he needs to do it alone. Emily was speechless.

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