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INT. TOWERS – DAY Michelle, Danny, and Ed continue to eat when Danny rejoins. Michelle: (anxious) What did they say? Ed: Michelle, give him time. Danny: You were right, Ed. The FCC the plane had been tampered with. Michelle: What? Are you kidding me? Someone planned this? Who would do something like this -- target Uncle Mike? Ed: Sure it had something to do with the investigation on the mob activity in DC. (tosses his napkin on the table in rage) I told him not to get involved. I had a bad feeling from day one. Rick: But Dad, that was Uncle Mike. You know he always had to do the right thing. Ed: But it cost him his life. Danny: Well I can look into it if you want me too. Call some old friends in the mob-- Michelle: OH NO! Hell no. You left that lifestyle behind and I don’t want you going back to it. Danny: But it’s for the family. Michelle: So what. I’d rather be left in the dark than you getting back involved with the mob. Let’s just leave it up to the FBI to figure it out. Ed: She is right, Danny. We don’t need no more bad news no time soon. Let’s see what the FBI will do before we make drastic decisions like that. Rick: This topic is going to have to take a back seat since we need to heading to church now. (he gets up) You guys go ahead to the car, I am going to pay the bill. Rick whips out his Visa card and heads to the cashier. Ed, Michelle, and Danny excuse themselves heading to the elevator. CUT TO: INT. JESSUP FARM – DAY – LIVING ROOM Cassie opens the door to Reva, Josh, Baby Henry, and Shayne. She greets each one of them as they enter inside. Cassie: Sorry everyone that we are running a little late. RJ refuses to wear the suit I picked for him. Josh: Maybe I should go and help him? Cassie: I wouldn’t even bother. RJ is a preteen now, I doubt he’ll even listen. Reva: We know about that. They all laugh. Cassie leads them to the couches where they all have a seat. Cassie: Did anyone want anything to eat? I cooked a nice breakfast this morning. Reva: I don’t even think I can eat with this funeral. Cassie takes Henry from Shayne and starts playing with him. A combination of weird faces and bouncing him on her knee. Cassie: Weird, huh? I just can’t believe that Sam is dead. I just can’t. He was such a sweet boy. Josh: And I can’t thank him enough for saving Marah. Cassie: Neither can I. (looking around) Where is Marah? Reva: She’s not coming. I told her it is best to steer clear from Olivia as long as she can. Cassie: Reva, come on. I think that Marah should be there. She was friends with Sam, she even dated him at one point. She has every right to be there. And Sam would want her there. Reva: We know that but it’s what OLIVIA wants. This is more like the Olivia show than anything. And I don’t know how much I can bear of her actions against Marah. Causing her to lose her job in Paris— Cassie: What! Reva: So I guess your partner did not tell you? She has Marah fired La Bella. Guess she had friends in the higher ups. Cassie: Poor Marah. Shayne: It is. I’m growing sick of her moping around the room like she’s dead. Cassie: Then maybe Marah should start her own line. Reva: We tried. She refuses to take money from any of us. Cassie: Then what can we do? Reva: I have no clue but we better come up with something quick. I don’t know how much longer I can take of her locking herself up in that room. Cassie: We’ll figure something out. Is Jeffrey joining us? Reva: He’s at the church with Olivia and Natalia. She needs him more than anything. Cassie: Is Ava coming? Shayne: She’s suppose to. Cassie: Good, good. RJ slumps down the stairs and presents himself in front of everyone. He is not too eager about his outfit and slicked back hair. Reva: RJ, you look so handsome! RJ: (dully) Thanks, Aunt Reva. Reva grabs RJ by the arm, drawing him closer to her. Reva: (pushing his head up) Hold your head up! You’re a Shayne. We never hold our heads down. We have too much spirit for that. RJ lights up at his aunt’s encouraging words. Reva: (standing up) Now come on here and let’s go get you something to eat. Reva starts leads RJ into the kitchen. Cassie: Thanks, Reva. Reva: No problem, sis. Reva & RJ exit into the kitchen. Josh; That’s RJ for you. Cassie: Hasn’t changed a bit. (to Shayne) So what have you been up to? Shayne: Nothing much. Cassie: Yeah right. I heard that Ed wants to join the staff at Cedars due to your work you did in the Peace Corps. Whoever would’ve thought that Shayne Lewis would be a doctor? Shayne: (smiling) Who says I was going to take it. Cassie: You better! You’re smart, a good people’s person, and easy on the eyes. I am sure many women in Springfield would love for you to treat them. And again, this would be good for you to put your Peace Corps work to good use. You didn’t go over there for 3-4 years for nothing. Use those skills for the greater good. The doorbell rings. Cassie: Excuse me. Cassie gets up, holding Henry still, and head to the door. Cassie: Who is it? Frank: (O.C.) Frank. Cassie opens the door to Frank. Frank is impressed at the sight of her holding the baby. Frank: (playing baby Henry) Well aren’t you lucky to have such a beautiful woman hold you, Grandson. Must be the Cooper gene. Cassie blushes. She and Frank stare deep, longing into each other eyes. CUT TO INT. CHURCH – DAY Olivia directs the ushers on where to place memorabilia of the deceased throughout the church. Natalia and Jeffrey sit in a pew nearby, watching. Olivia: I don’t want that picture of my brother there, put it over there... Usher #1 is done as he is told and moves the picture where Olivia points out. Olivia: (to Usher #2) Don’t put the flower like that! They go like this. (she walks up and arranges some of the flowers)...See what I am saying. Usher #2: Yes Ms. Spencer. Olivia: Good. Now do the rest like that. Jeffrey: Someone is acting like a Nazi today. Natalia: And you see that I am just going to steer clear from her until the funeral. Usher #3 walks out the back with candles in his hands, sending Olivia over the edge. Olivia: (to Usher #3) My God these are not the candles I asked for! These are cheap! (she snatches them from him and tossed them on the floor) I want good wax candles! Not that crap from the dollar store! This is funeral! Not some backwoods family reunion! Can anyone get one thing right?! Jeffrey: That’s our cue. Jeffrey and Natalia grab Olivia, leading her to the lobby. Natalia: Enough, Olivia. These men are doing just fine. They are here to help. Olivia: No, what they are doing is trying to put on a circus. Without my direction— Jeffrey: The funeral would still be good. You are over thinking and over working yourself. Olivia: (breaks free of their grip and turns to them) NO I AM NOT! CAN I JUST THROUGH— Natalia: Inside voice. Olivia: (calming down) Can I just through a nice funeral for my brother. Jeffrey: The thing is that this isn’t just your brother’s funeral. The ceremony is also shared by the Bauers too. You keep forgetting that. Olivia: …You’re right. I apologize. I’m a wrong as always. (getting emotional) Excuse me for trying to give Sam something nice and special! Excuse— The door to the church open and wobbling in on her crutches is Marah. And on Olivia’s utter disbelief, FADE OUT

EXT. CHURCH - DAY Olivia and Natalia walk up the church hand in hand. Olivia stops in place, staring at the monolith in front of her. Natalia: What's wrong? Olivia: Nothing. I just need sometime to take this all in. I can't believe that I am actually burying my brother today. Natalia: (reaches out to comfort her) Oh, honey. Olivia pushes Natalia away and starts to break down. Olivia: No, NO! I can't accept it. I can't accept that I am burying by baby brother. I was suppose to go before him. Sam is suppose to live a long, happy, meaningful life. He was the one to go on have kids. He was the one who was to make a difference in the world. WHY NOT ME?! Natalia pulls out her handkerchief and goes for Olivia's face when again Olivia pushes her away. Olivia: Could you STOP?! Natalia: I'm trying to help you. Olivia: I don't need help. What I need is Sam. Can you bring him back? Natalia: No... Olivia: THEN YOU CAN'T HELP ME! Olivia storms off into the church leaving Natalia in deep thought and sorrow. INT. TOWERS - DAY Rick and Ed sit a table eating breakfast and chatting over the current events. Ed: So glad that Alan dropped those charges. Rick: I'm surprised if anything. That man normally does not back down to anyone. Ed: Well there is a first for everything. Rick: And that is a first. A waiter comes to their table to pour them another cup of coffee. Rick: (to waiter) Thanks. (to Ed) But I want to commend you on allowing Olivia to join Sam's funeral with all our family. Ed: No problem. We all might as well mourn all these people together. They were so loved by many of us. Rick: True. Nearby, the elevator door opens and Danny and Michelle step off. Michelle and Ed spot each other and Michelle rushes in her father's arms. Michelle: (hysterical) Dad, I can't believe it. I just can't. Aunt Meta, Aunt Trudy, Uncle Bruce, Hope, and Uncle Mike. This is a tragedy. Ed: (consoling her) I know, I know. But we will get through this. (to Danny) Hi Danny. Danny: Hi Ed and Rick. Rick: Good to see you Danny. Danny's phone goes off. He looks at his phone. Danny: It's my friend Bob from the FCC. He may have an update on what might've caused the crash. Excuse me guys. Danny walks off and everyone is stricken with doubt and fear of what is to come. CUT TO INT. LIVING ROOM - DAY Reva dresses Colin while Jeffrey stands in the mirror adjusting his tie. Shayne is in the adjacent kitchen fixing a cup of coffee. Marah then comes down the stairs, dressed to everyone's surprise. Reva: Marah, honey, I thought you were going stay home and rest. Marah: No, Mom. I need to go. I need to go and say goodbye to Sam. Reva: But Marah-- Marah: No! I'm going and that's FINAL! FADE OUT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4N9Wy8qp34E

INT. MARAH'S ROOM - NIGHT Marah opens the door and walks in. She tosses the luggage off to the side and flops on her bed face-forward. Reva creeps in behind her. Reva: Still left the same way you did. Marah: (muffled by pillow) Thanks, Mom. Reva joins Marah on the bed. She rubs Marah on the back in comfort. Reva: Honey, I am so glad that you are home. Marah: I am sure you are. Reva: Ok. (gets up and heads to the door) There is some leftovers in the kitchen if you want some. Marah: Yep. Reva: I'll give you some alone time. Reva exits. Marah gets up and hobbles over to her slide doors where she exits onto the EXT. BALCONY Marah looks to the moon for comfort. Marah: Oh Sam...(breaking down)...I am so, SO SORRY. Forgive me... {NOW PRESS PLAY ON VID WHILE READING THE REST} http://www.youtube.c...h?v=TtnjLvaWBuc MUSIC MONTAGE - CITIZENS OF SPRINGFIELD INT. KITCHEN - Reva stands in the kitchen putting up food. She stops for a second and looks at the cross hanging over the kitchen. She places her hand over her hears and mouths "Thank you." INT. COMPANY - Trista giggles with the customers she is serving from a far, Rocky watches impressed. Suddenly, Lillian comes from the back and taps him on the shoulder. Rocky turns around to notice its her and in disdain, gets up and heads up the stairs. Lillian is hurt by this gesture. EXT. MEL'S HOUSE - Rick pulls up the yard. He gets out and heads to the door. As he is about to knock, he hears the sound of laughter. He glances in a window to notice Mel, Leah, and Cyrus playing Monopoly. Not wanting to interrupt, Rick turns around and heads back to his car. He pulls off. Leah, watching from a window now, shakes her head in disappointment. INT. SPAULDING LIVING ROOM - The entire Spaulding clan (minus Alan) stand in a crowd when Alan Michael and Ed enters, shown in by Caroline. Alexandra breaks ranks and embraces A-M with a hug. The others rejoice at the sight of him now. Meanwhile, Alan watches on from upstairs. He downs his drink and heads down the hallway. Caroline stands in the background of the crowd, thrilled. A-M and her share a smile and she gives him a thumbs up. A-M quickly takes notice to the bracelet on her arm. He masks his suspicions with a grin. EXT. SPAULDING PORCH - DAY A dark figure lurks on the porch glancing in on the inside. We reveal that its non other than a very much alive, Grady! An ominous grin comes upon his face. Grady: I'm back... Back with a vengeance... And on Grady, FADE OUT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tlRspBAROE P&G/Telenext Production 2009 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED JOIN US AGAIN FOR...

INT. COURTROOM - DAY All eyes are on Alan as he stands before the court. Judge: Mr. Spaulding, so you're saying your son never embezzled money from the company? Alan: Uhh...yes. I was the one who made it look like he did. Judge: And why is that Mr. Spaulding? -- Let me take a guess, to punish him? Alan: To spare him. Judge: From what? He seems to be a pretty level headed man in my opinion. Unlike his father... Alan: Judge DuBois-- Judge: Shut your mouth! I am the only to speak. Not you. Alan: Yes, your Honor. Judge: It's rich people like you that think you can manipulate the system and people's lives. You should be ashamed! Do you hear me?! Alan nods his head in agreement. Judge: Mr. Spaulding, I ought to charge you for embezzlement and fraudulent crimes. (to A-M) Do you wanna press charges? Rick cheers in the background until Mel gestures for him to be quiet. Alan turns white in fear. Then, Alan Michael stands up. A-M: I don't want to press charges against him. Everyone is stunned again by this revelation except for Judge DuBois, who is impressed. Judge: Good. Glad to see you are nothing like your father. You must take after your mother. Caroline slightly grins at the sound of this. Judge: (to A-M) Today is your lucky day. I am going to award you not only your freedom but a haven as well. Mr. Tyrant aka your daddy, will provide you with a home until you can pick yourself back up and regain your stability. Alan: You can't do that! Judge: THE HELL I CAN! This is my courtroom. (pointing her gavel at Alan in a threatening tone) Let me catch you back in here and I swear, your going to jail. I'm going to have to show you I ain't the one! You better not even step foot in here and let me catch you or I swear--(in a rage) Get out of my courtroom before I step down from this bench and do something I regret! Alan walks out the courtroom: Judge: (to Bailiff) Don't let him back in here. (to everyone) Court is adjourned. The crowd exits out the entrance. Alan Michael hugs Mel and they are then joined by Rick and Ed. Ed: Thank you, Mel. Mel: No problem, Ed. I am only doing my job. Rick: A good one at that. Mel rolls her eyes. Mel: Excuse me. (to A-M) Congrats, sweetie. A-M: Thank you, Mel. Mel leaves the courtroom. Ed: You're a free man, nephew. How does it feel? A-M: Damn good. Ed pats Alan Michael on the back and they all head for exit when they notice Caroline sitting on the bench alone. Alan Michael: Thank you, Caroline. I know you had a hand in my freedom. Caroline: No problem. I know a good boy when I see one. Alan Michael, Ed, & Rick exit. Caroline: My baby boy, you are free. If only I could celebrate your freedom with you. CUT TO INT. AIRPLANE - DAY Reva and Josh are sound asleep while Shayne and Marah sits behind them. Shayne is buried in a magazine and Marah glances out the window in defeat. Marah: I cannot believe that I am going back to Springfield. Back to a place I tried so hard to leave behind. Shayne: It's not so bad. Marah: That's your opinion. Shayne: Marah, stop being a brat. Marah: Then shut up and leave me alone, Shayne. Shayne stares at Marah, annoyed. Shayne: What is wrong with you? Why are you so adamant about going home? Marah: Who says I am adamant? Shayne: What is it? Marah, what is it? Marah: Shayne, leave me alone. Shayne: Marah... Marah: I can't! I just can't go back there! I can't! Shayne: Whatever... Marah: Shayne, I can't face her. Shayne: Who?...Olivia? Marah: Yes... Marah drops her head in disappointment, and FADE OUT

EXT. LIGHTHOUSE - DAY Rocky drags Trista to the top of the lighthouse where the lantern is located and turns to her smiling. Rocky: Here we are! Trista hesitantly walks over the railing and looks over to the jagged rocks that lie below. Trista: Dear God... Rocky: You scared? Trista: NO! Rocky: You are. Trying to mask the fear, aren't you? Trista: I said I was not scared, didn't I? Rocky: (unsure) Ok... Rocky pulls a blanket out of the basket and spreads it on the floor. Rocky: (gesturing) Come on. Let's eat before the food gets cold. Trista joins him on the ground and the two begin to take the food out the basket. Trista: Rocky-- Rocky: Yes. Trista: We need to talk, buddy. Rocky: About... Trista: Ms. Raines or should I say the soon to be Mrs. Cooper. Rocky is unnerved by this statement. Rocky: What is there to talk about? Trista: A lot. You're burning hatred for that poor old woman. Rocky: I don't hate her. Trista: Liar. Rocky: I just can't stand her. Her constant nagging for my approval and that voice -- that soft voice drives me insane. Trista: (biting into her apple) Well you better learn to like her. Your dad is about to marry that woman. Rocky: I beg to differ. Trista: And that is suppose to mean? Rocky: What I meant. My dad is not going to marry her. Not if I have anything to do with it. Trista: Dear God... Rocky: I thought we were here to spend time together. You know, friends hanging out. Trista: We are, aren't we? Rocky: Then no more talk about my dad and Lillian. (placing his hand on hers) Let's talk about us. Trista: Us? Rocky: (flirting) Yes. Us... Trista tenses up and pulls her hand away. Trista: I don't get what your insinuating. Rocky: You do. Trista nervously takes another bite of her apple. Rocky: Trista -- I -- I -- Trista starts to unravel and sweat heavily. Rocky: I want you to pass a sandwich. Trista's jaw drops and Rocky burst into laughter. Trista: You moron! She tosses the sandwich at him. Rocky: What did you think I was going to say? I love you or something? Trista: I -- No. Rocky: Umm hmm. Trista: I did not think that, Rocky. Rocky: Ok. But if you did-- Trista: I won't and never will. Rocky: Never say never as I always say. Trista: Well I am saying it. We could be no more than friends. Rocky: And I could not have it any other way. Rocky holds up his root beer and so does Trista. Rocky: Cheers. The two smile, cheering to their friendship. CUT TO INT. COURTROOM - DAY Flashing cameras and mics crowd the doorway as Alan and Jeffrey (the DA) approach the courtroom. Dinah, with mic in her hand, reaches it out to Alan. Dinah: Alan, would you like to make a statement about the charges you have filed against your son? Alan: No I would not. And you of all people should know about shady business dealings. Alan walks ahead leaving Dinah bewildered. Dinah: (to the camera) Well Springfield, that is the devil himself. The courtroom is filled with various citizens of Springfield. Alan and Jeffrey taking a seat on the plaintiff side. Alan Michael and Mel trail them shortly, followed by Ed, Rick, and Phillip. Phillip sits on Alan's side (even though he wants his brother free) and Ed & Rick on Alan Michael's side. Suddenly, Caroline (Hope) comes down the aisle and sits behind Alan. Bailiff: (enters) ALL RISE! Judge Maxine DuBois (played by renowned Judge Mablean Ephriam) enters. Bailiff: This is case #754. The state of Illinois V. Spaulding. Bailiff hands her the case file. Judge DuBois: You may be seated. Everyone sits down. Judge DuBois: So we about Mr. Spaulding's charges for embezzlement. Alan glances at Caroline who smiles back at him. Her smile breaks Alan down. Jeffrey: Yes, ma'am we are. Judge: Ok. Shall we begin with the defense? Mel: Yes, your Honor. Alan stands up gaining the room's attention. Phillip: (whispering) Dad, what are you doing? Alan: (to Phillip) Shut up, boy. (to Judge) Your Honor, I have a confession to make. Judge: And what would that be Mr. Spaulding? Alan: I -- I -- MY SON IS INNOCENT! The room goes into an uproar at this statement. Rick utters "yes" in the background. Mel, amused by this revelation, shakes her head. Alan Michael: (to Mel) What is he doing? Mel: Telling the truth. I guess Ole' Caroline got through to him. And on Alan Michael and Caroline sharing a glance, FADE OUT http://www.youtube.c...h?v=0hYQZH3m9co

INT. COMPANY - DAY Trista finishes waiting on a customer and walks back to the to the bar where Rocky is sitting, sipping on a shake. She sits next to him. Trista: (sighs) Time for a break. Rocky: Good. Maybe now we can have that picnic you promised. Trista: But this is a break. I still have another shift to go. Rocky: Don't worry about it. Trista: Rocky, I can't... Rocky: (grinning) But you promised... Trista can't deny that smile and she knows it. Trista: Let me go and tell your dad. Rocky: Who cares. Let's just go. Rocky grabs Trista's hand. Trista: Lead the way. Rocky grabs the picnic basket and leads Trista to the door when Lillian enters, blocking them. Lillian: Hi guys. Rocky rolls his eyes at the sight of Lillian. Trista: Hello Mrs. Raines, how was work? Lillian: Just great. (turns to Rocky) Hello. Rocky: (dully) Hi. Trista elbows him. He gives her the "what?!" look and she shakes her head in disappointment. Lillian: So...umm...where are you two headed? Rocky: Out. Rocky drags Trista out the door leaving Lillian hurt. CUT TO INT. SWISS HOSPITAL Marah: (to Shayne) What? Are you kidding me? Marah sits up and Reva forces her back down. Josh: Marah, honey, calm down. Marah: How?! My career is over. Shayne: You could always start your own fashion house. Marah: With what? What money do I have to start a fashion house with? Josh: We could invest some of the money from Lewis with you. Marah: Dad, no. I could not do that. Plus I know that Lewis is suffering from the recession. I just have to accept it. I have to come home. CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR - DAY Alan sits on the couch, downing a glass of bourbon when Caroline (Hope) enters carrying three different ties. Caroline: Which one? Alan: The blue one. Caroline: I was leaning more towards the red one. Alan: Why red? Caroline joins Alan on the couch. Caroline: Because the red matches well with your eyes. Alan: You say? Caroline: Of course. Alan: That's awkward. My ex-wife, Hope, use to say that. Caroline is nervous. Caroline: (uneasy) Hope? You mean -- mean the one who is Alan Michael's mother? Alan: Yep. (gets up and walks to the door, staring outside) So sad that she is no longer with us. Caroline continues to squirm. Caroline: She -- she is with you. In spirit. Alan: I know. Just wish she was here. With me. Physically. Caroline jumps up and begins to leave the room when, Alan: Wait. Do you think that I should really go through with hurting Alan Michael? And on Hope fishing for an answer, FADE OUT

NOTE: I stated earlier I'd speed the story up a tad bit. Alan Michael has been locked up for a few days. Josh, Reva, and Shayne are about to arrive in Switzerland. The Bauers prepare for a funeral and a trial. Hope has been discovered by a surgeon, who has given her surgery and she has moved back to Springfield to resume the name of Caroline Norris. She is hired by Alan as his personal assistant and has gained his trust. She breaking Alan down free A-M of the charges. And now...THE GUIDING LIGHT INT. JAIL CELL - DAY Alan Michael eyes open to realize he is still locked up. He gets up and walks over the bars. A-M: Can anyone hear me? Frank drifts in the room. Frank: What? A-M: I need to make a phone call. Frank: Alan Michael... A-M: I have the right to one phone call a day, right? Frank: (agitated) You do. Frank opens up the cell. Frank: (stressing) You have only ONE call. A-M: Ok. Alan Michael walks over the the phone and starts to dial for Mel. EXT. MEL'S HOUSE - DAY Mel sits on the porch sipping coffee and going over legal briefs when her phone rings. INTERCUT - PHONE CONVO Mel: Yes, Alan Michael? A-M: How is everything going? Mel: Good so far. You remember that woman named Caroline I was telling you about, don't you? A-M: (weary) Yeah. Mel: Well I think that Caroline may have gotten Alan to come around. A-M: (surprised) Really? I'll believe it when I see it. Have you spoken to Rick? Mel: He came over yesterday with Ed and we discussed the case and all. Frank: (in the B.G) Twenty seconds... A-M: I gotta go. Mel: Don't worry. I'll be there shortly. A-M: Alright. Mel: Alan Michael... A-M: Yes, Mel? Mel: Don't worry. You WILL be going home today. A-M: Thanks, Mel. Alan Michael hangs up the phone with a look of hope. CUT TO INT. SWISS HOSPITAL - DAY Marah stares out the window at the fallen snow when Reva, Shayne, and Josh enter. Marah looks at them and turns back away. Marah: Why did you come here? I thought I told you guys I did not want any guests. Reva: Then you should've known we were going to do the opposite. Especially me. Marah: Mother, I just want to be alone. (misty eyes) I just wanna heal up by myself and then go back to my life Paris. Shayne: Marah, stop being a brat. Marah turns back to face her family with hatred in her eyes. Marah: Go to hell, Shayne. Shayne: Classy, Marah. Real classy. Josh: Shayne, stop. Marah, we want you to come back home. Marah: For what? There is nothing for me in Springfield. Reva: Uhh hello, there is us. Marah: Great. (sarcastically) Something to really make me go back home. Shayne: Mom, Dad, let her go back to Paris if she wants. Clearly she thinks she's too good for Springfield. Marah: I am too good. Marah turns back away from them. Shayne: But when you get there you are going to get a rude awakening. Your name is in the dirt. Marah turns back puzzled. Marah: What did you say? Reva: Shayne, no. Shayne: Mom, she might as well know! No use in her going back to find out she no longer has a job and that no one is going to hire her. Marah: You're lying. Shayne: I'm not. Josh: ENOUGH SHAYNE!! Shayne: Olivia has went to every fashion house in Paris and has had you blacklisted. And on Marah in total shock, CUT TO http://www.youtube.c...h?v=cH1pRysRd98

INT. WAREHOUSE - NIGHT Siri holds Trista with a knife against her neck. Meanwhile, two Galahads hold Rocky down to the ground. Trista: What is it you want? Money? Siri: Shut up. Rocky: You better not put a cut on her or I'll... Otto: Shut up. You're not going to do anything. Rocky: We'll see. Otto: (to his henchmen) Shut him up now. He's giving me a damn headache. One of the henchmen molds his face into the ground. Otto walks up on Trista, smitten by her. Otto: I can let you go for a price. (plays with Trista's hair) Let me make you woman. Trista: Oh PLEASE! Trista kicks Otto in the balls while elbowing Siri in the abdomen and jacking her knife. Trista: You gutter wench! Trista roundhouse kicks Siri in the face, knocking her out. One of the Galahads holding Rocky gets up and runs for Trista she aims the knife at him, stopping him dead in his place. Rocky manages to fight the other one off and joins Trista. Trista: Didn't know I could do that, huh? Now give me my purse or I'll slice your leader up in here. Someone tosses Trista her purse. She picks it up and glances inside of it. Trista: Good. (tosses the knife on the ground) Let's go. Trista and Rocky exit. Siri: Stupid -- CUT TO INT. BAUER LIVING ROOM - NIGHT Ed walks back in the living room, rejoining everyone. Phillip: Apparently death is spreading himself around today. Ed: Why do you say that? Phillip: Emma just called me and told me that she, Natalia, and Olivia are on their way to Switzerland to ID Sam's body. He was killed in a skiing accident earlier. Ed: Dear God... Rick: I've called Beth and Harley and informed to send everyone home. Ed: Good, son. Rick: This has to be the worst Bauer BBQ in forever. Alan Michael gets up and walks out on the patio. Ed: (to Alan) You need to go and talk to him. Alan: I have nothing to say to him. Phillip: You can comfort him. Alan: I think not. Rick: Alan, you are so cold hearted. He just lost his Grandpa, 2 aunts, an uncle, and his mother in one day. Alan: We don't know if Hope is dead. Ed: True. But if she had been missing thus far then there is no hope that she is alive. Alan: Well I am holding out hope. Ed: Alan, STOP BEING A SELFISH BASTARD AND GO COMFORT YOUR SON. You always wanted your family together and now they are. Fix your relationship with your son. Phillip: Dad, he's right. Alan rolls his eyes and steps out on the patio where Alan Michael is gazing at the stars. A-M looks back at Alan for a second and turns away. Alan: You alright? A-M: Don't come out here if you don't mean it. I know Uncle Ed had to strong arm you to come out here. Alan: And that he did. I honestly right now could care less what you think. A-M: (laughs hysterically) Then go! But guess what, I am not going anywhere. I'm tired of running away from the Boogeyman that is you. Now I am going to stay here in town and fight you for once. If anyone runs it'll be you. Not me. Alan: That's nice to know. Sleep well, son. A-M: What did you-- Mallet steps out on the porch. A-M: You bastard. You called the police on me. Alan: This is for your and my own good. Mallet goes over and handcuffs Alan Michael. Ed and Rick step out on the porch in fury. Ed: Alan, stop them! Rick: Don't worry, we'll bail him out, Dad. Alan: I'm sure you won't be able to meet the bail. Phillip joins in. Phillip: I wouldn't be so sure. (to A-M) We'll bail you out, bro. A-M: Thanks, Phillip but don't worry about me. Thanks, Dad. My world was already shattered and now you have finished me off. Mallet: Ok, let's go. Mallet hauls Alan Michael off and put him into his car before driving off into the night. Ed: (hitting a wall) Get out! Get out my house, get off my property now! Leave here, Alan Spaulding. Alan walks off. Alan: I'll see you, Ed. Ed: No you won't. And if you think about coming anywhere near my family or my property...YOU BETTER JUST ARRANGE A CELL FOR ME NEXT TO ALAN MICHAEL. Alan disappears into the night. CUT TO INT. COMPANY - DAY Lillian and Buzz clean up around the restaurant. Buzz: Some cookout. Lillian: I know. Can't believe that Mike is dead. Such a nice man. Buzz: I feel bad for Buzz. I might just call him tomorrow. Lillian: You should. Buzz: This bring back old memories for about Coop dying. And Jenna. Lillian: (wrapping her arms around him) Oh honey...the world can be cruel. Buzz: It can. But now I am going to do my best to keep my family together starting with me bringing Rocky home from England. The door flings opens with Rocky and Trista entering. Buzz is bewildered. Buzz: Rocky? Rocky: Hey dad. Buzz tears up and runs over to his son, holding him tight. Buzz: Welcome home, son. On Buzz's happiness and Rocky's not so enthusiastic reaction, FADE OUT http://www.youtube.c...h?v=IB5j1oE4a-M P&G/Telenext Productions 2009 All Rights Reserved Join us again for.....

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKJb5z32XUs&feature=channel_page ...AND NOW BACK TO, TGL: THE GUIDING LIGHT!!! EXT. ALLEYWAY - EVENING The sun slowly begins to set as Rocky and Trista trial closely behind the crook. He cuts the corner and disappears into a door nearby. Trista and Rocky follow behind ending up in: INT. WAREHOUSE - DAY inside the the warehouse where they are met up with a gang. The gang members whip out their knives at the presence of Trista and Rocky. From the imprint on their jackets, we can tell they are a newer generation of the the GALAHADS!! Siri (a gang member): Freeze, or we'll gut you like fish. Trista freezes in place. Rocky does so also but not before stepping in front of Trista, guarding her. Rocky: Look just give us back the purse so we can leave. Siri: Drop dead, dip sh!t. Trista: Then it looks like we aren't going anywhere then. Otto, the leader of the gang steps from from the shadows. Otto: Oh but you are. Otto snaps his fingers and two male gang member rush over to Rocky. As the both try to grab Rocky and Trista, Rocky manages to fight them off. A third one comes from behind with a bottle about to bash Rocky over the head with a bottle when Trista grabs a brick from the ground, bashing him in the head. Trista: You better not touch him! Siri is angered by this and grabs Trista by her hair, holding the knife to her throat. Siri: Move another step and I will slit that pretty little throat of yours. CUT TO: INT. JESSUP FARM - EVENING Cassie packs up food when the doorbell rings. Cassie: RJ! RJ, get that please. RJ comes into the kitchen. RJ: Mom, where are my white sneakers? Cassie: The dirty ones? I put them in the washer. Now get the door. RJ: (moan) Ok. RJ opens the door to reveal Frank. RJ: Hey, Mr. Cooper. Frank: (taking off his shades) Is your mom here? Cassie (O.C): I'm in the kitchen, Frank. Frank comes inside. RJ closes the door. Frank: Hey Cassie. Just stopped by so see if you and RJ wanted to ride with me to the barbecue. Cassie: Hold on, Frank. (to RJ) Go and get ready. RJ: Mom, but my shoes. Cassie: You have many more. Wear some of them. RJ: Fine. RJ mopes out of the kitchen. Cassie: Sorry, Frank. Frank: It's ok. But did you two still want to go with me to the -- Frank is interrupted by the door opening and entering Edmund bearing roses. Edmund: Hello my darling Cassie, you ready to go to the barbecue? Frank starts to fume with anger, and CUT TO Beth is not tending to the grill when Leah approaches. Beth: Hi -- Hi, Leah. Leah: (coldly) Beth... Beth: Did you want something from the grill? I can fix you a burger. Leah: All you can do for me is just tell me where my dad is. Beth: He went back to the house to see your Grandpa Ed. He should be back soon. Mel and Cyrus joins them, laughing. Cyrus: Hi Beth. Beth is stunned by this pairing. Beth: Cyrus. How are you? Cyrus: Good. Beth: Mel, and you? Mel: Like you ever cared, Beth. Still didn't stop you from stealing Rick but it doesn't matter now. Tell Rick we were here. Mel, Leah, and Cyrus walk away when Beth runs in front of them, stopping them. Beth: Wait. You guys aren't staying? Mel: No. I have a case to prepare and Leah is going to my aunt's house so we are going home. Beth: But that can wait. This is more important. This is going to be the best Bauer BBQ ever and Rick wants you two here. Leah: Too bad. And he's not here to tell us himself so we are going. Beth: Leah! Mel: Goodbye, Beth. Mel, Leah, and Cyrus leave. Beth: What is going on? Where are you Rick? CUT TO: INT. BAUER HOME - EVENING Alan Michael and Ed sit in silence when Rick comes barging in. Rick: Dad? You here! Ed: We are in the living room. Rick comes into the living room. Rick: (to Ed) You ok? Rick and Ed embrace. Ed: I'm fine. Rick notices Alan Michael. Rick: When did you get here? A-M: Just recently. Rick: Well I am glad you're home. Alan (O.C): Well I'm not. Ed, A-M, and Rick turn their attention to Alan and Phillip, standing in the doorway. Alan: I thought I told you never to come home. Ed: Alan... Alan: Zip it, Ed. This is MY SON! Ed: And MY NEPHEW. Alan: Then maybe you should've told your nephew to stay out of town. I told him never to come back. A-M: Too bad I never listened. Alan: Then maybe you'll listen now! Alan digs in his jacket and whips out his .32. Everyone jumps back in fear. Phillip: Dad, what the hell are you doing? Alan: Getting rid of this vermin. Rick: Alan, put the damn gun away. Alan: Oh shut up, Bauer and get out of my way. Alan pushes Rick and Ed out the way and walks up on A-M, driving the nozzle of the gun in A-M's side. A-M: Wouldn't be the first time you shot one of your sons. Gonna make it 2 for 2? Alan: I told you never to come back. A-M: I got tired of running. Phillip: Stop! This is his home too, Dad. Ed: ALAN! PUT THE DAMN GUN DOWN! Alan: Too bad I never listened or took you serious, Ed. Ed: Then maybe if I told you that Hope may be dead, you'd listen! Alan is stunned by this news. Alan: Hope? Ed: She might be dead. That is what we called you over here for. She's missing, Alan. CUT TO: EXT. FOREST - NIGHT Hope lies lifeless at the end of the river. She then turns over and coughs the water out of her lungs. Hope: (faint) Father...Father, where are you? FADE OUT

EXT. PARK - DAY The park is filled with various Springfield citizens. Rick attends to the grill wearing his chef hat and apron. His phones goes off. Rick: Hello? INTERCUT - TELEPHONE CONVO Ed: Son, its me. I need you to come home now. Rick: Dad, I can't. The festivities are about to begin. Ed: Rick! Listen to me, this is serious. Rick: Then just tell me over the phone. Did you burn the pies? Dad, please tell me you took them out. Ed: Rick, SCREW THE DAMN PIES! Meta, Trudy, Bruce, and Mike are dead. Michelle just called again and got word their plane went down. Rick holds the phone to his ear with no reaction. The color from his face slowly starts to drain. Rick: What about Hope? Ed: They have not found her yet but I am assuming she died too. Rick: (stifles his tears) We have -- have to find Alan Michael then and tell him. Ed: He's already here. Rick: He is? Ed: Yes. Look, Rick, just get here as soon as you can. You might want to bring Phillip and Alan as well. Rick: Yeah... Ed hangs up the phone. Alan Michael lies on the couch look up at the ceiling, still fighting back tears. A-M: Why, why did you tell him to bring Alan? Ed: He needs to know about your mother and know that you are here. No need in hiding it now. A-M: (sits up) Do you not realize that I am an fugitive! Ed: We'll Alan to fix that. A-M: Like he ever will. Ed: Out of respect for your mother, he will. A-M: Hmph. CUT TO INT. OLIVIA PENTHOUSE Olivia collapses into Jeffrey's arms in a panic. Olivia: Please tell me this a dream. TELL ME! Jeff: Unfortunately not. Olivia-- Olivia breaks away from him and sits on the couch, holding her head down. Olivia: This is a joke. This is a cruel joke. Sam is not dead. HOW DID HE DIE? Jeff: It was an accident. He was in Switzerland with some friends-- Olivia: Switzerland? Jeff: Yes. You didn't know? Olivia: DO I LOOK LIKE I KNOW! Jeff: Olivia, calm down. Jeff reaches out to comfort her and Olivia snatches away. Olivia: Hell no! Don't comfort me. Tell me why Sam was over there? Jeff: He was meeting up with Marah to go skiing-- Olivia: Marah? She was in the accident too? Jeff: Yes. Olivia: Is she dead? Jeff: No. Sam managed to dig her to safety. Olivia: Dig her? They were in avalanche? Jeff: Olivia-- Olivia: So Sam is dead due to Marah? Jeff: Olivia, that is just crazy. Natalia and Emma come out the room. Emma: Surprise! Both of them read Olivia's reaction. Emma: Momma, what is wrong. Olivia turns away and wipes the tears away. Olivia: Nothing. Nothing at all. Natalia: There is something wrong. Has Jeffrey upset you? Jeff: Hold on, don't shoot the messenger-- Natalia: What is going on? Olivia walks over to Emma and kneels down to her. Olivia: Go and pack some clothes. We are going on a little trip. Emma: Momma, we gotta go to the cookout. Maureen and Clarissa are going to be there. Olivia: Emma... Emma storms off and slams her room door. Natalia: Olivia, what is going on? Olivia: Sam is dead. Natalia: Ay dios mios! How? Olivia: Apparently in an accident. (to Jeffrey) Where is Josh and Reva? Why aren't they here? Jeff: Why would they be here? Olivia: To tell me the news. Why send you? Why? Is it because Marah is ok and safe so they don't have to worry about Sam? Jeff: That is ludicrous. Olivia: Not when it comes to Josh and Reva it doesn't! As long as their family is safe, its screw everyone else. Why the hell aren't they here? Jeff: I told them to go ahead to the cookout. Josh was-- Olivia: HE WAS. But did he? No. He should've came to me before going to Reva. Marah is fine and living. Sam is dead. Oh God... Olivia eases back onto the sofa in tears. Olivia: Dammit! Olivia picks up an ornament from the table and tosses it at the TV, shattering it. Olivia: (to Jeff) Just leave! Jeffrey nods his head and leaves. Natalia goes to sit with Olivia on the couch but Olivia gesture her to stop. Olivia: Please, don't. I want to be alone. Natalia: Ok...I'll go pack. Olivia: Thank you. Natalia exits. Olivia sits on the couch deep in thought. Her demeanor changes from sadness to disdain. Anger runs through her veins. Olivia: (utters) I love you, Sam. I will avenge you. I will make Marah Lewis pay if it is the last thing I do... EXT. BUS STATION - DAY Rocky and Trista get off the bus, sharing a laugh. Trista: Wow. Must've been great to grow up in England. Rocky: It had its perks... The two walk over to the side of the bus and grabs their luggage. Rocky: Good old Springfield. Have not been here since my mom died... Trista: Well I'm sorry to hear about that. Rocky: Don't be. I've learned to deal with it along with my brother Coop's death as well. Trista looks saddened by Rocky's story. Even though he is hurting himself, he masks his pain to cheer Trista up as well. Rocky: Hey, where are you staying? Trista: I don't know. Campus dorms don't open up until August so I was probably going to get a room at the Springfield Arms Inn. Rocky: Eww, no. Trista: But its cheap. Rocky: Yeah and on the bad side of the town. Come and stay with me at Company. Trista: Umm, Rocky, I know we just met and all but you're moving a tad bit to fast for me... Rocky: I am talking about you getting a room at Company until school starts in the fall. Trista: I don't know... Rocky: Come on. It's on the house. Trista: I don't think so. I can't live off someone for free. Just not in my blood. Rocky: Then you can work in Company to pay for your room and board. Trista: Are you sure your father is going to allow this? Rocky: He has no choice. When he sees me, he'll be too happy to say no. Trista thinks for a second and then a grin comes on her face. Trista: Deal. Rocky: Good. (he wraps his arms around her) You'll enjoy it. Suddenly a man in a mask comes from out of nowhere and snatches Trista's purse and picks up running down the street. Trista: Hey! Rocky takes notices and chases after the man, luggage and all. Rocky: You son of bitch, get back here! Trista: Rocky! Rocky, wait! (to self) Just great. Just great! Trista grabs her suitcases and runs after Rocky. FADE OUT

Great story. I love it. Ria is the best. She had me over here rolling. Keep up the good work. And don't forget to read TGL.

INT. BAUER HOME - LIVING ROOM *We pick up where we last left off with A-M and Ed in the living room. Ed: Alan Michael? A-M: Uncle Ed, I am sure-- Ed hugs A-M tightly. A-M is surprised by this gesture. Ed: I have missed you so much. I'm so glad that you are home. A-M: Yeah but for how long. The cops are still looking for me for embezzlement and my dad has men following me. I'm sure he knows I am in town. Ed: Ok, ok. Calm down, nephew. Just have a seat on the sofa for a second while I go and call Michelle back. A-M nods and has a seat on the sofa. Ed picks up the phone and dials Michelle back. Ed: (into phone) ...Hello? Michelle, what is going on? ...What?! (looks at A-M) ...(voice trembling) You sure it was them? ...Ok. (sobs) ...You sure? You sure you wanna do that? I can go to D.C and do it if you and Danny don't want too...Don't worry about Rick, I'll tell him...I'll call Lainie and Johnny and the rest of the family too...Ok. Love you, sweetie. (choked up) Bye. Ed hangs up the phone. Alan Michael stands up, troubled. A-M: What is wrong? Ed: (wiping away the tears) Meta, Bruce, Mike, and Trudy were killed in the plane crash on their way here. A-M: (hysterical) What? No...I have to call my mom. Ed: You can't. Hope was plane as well. Alan Michael jumps up and is startled by this news as well. A-M: Is she dead? Ed: I don't know...her body is missing. They assume she may have been thrown from the plane and not survive also. A-M: Oh God. Alan Micheal drops to the floor. CUT TO: INT. OLIVIA'S PENTHOUSE - DAY Olivia and Natalia sits on the couch waiting patiently as Emma gets dressed. Olivia: Emma, come on. If we are going to make the cookout, you need to hurry up. Emma (O.C.): Mom, I can't find anything. Natalia (to Olivia): Don't worry. I'll go help her find something. Olivia: Thanks, honey. Olivia kisses Natalia. Natalia gets up and heads into Emma's room. The doorbell rings. Olivia: I got it! Olivia gets up and heads to the door. She opens it and Jeffery turns around to reveal himself. Olivia: Hi, Jeffrey. What are you doing here? Jeff: Can we talk? Olivia: Ok. Come in. Jeff enters. Olivia closes the door behind him. Jeff: Nice pad. Olivia: Thanks. Me and Natalia needed a change so we decided to move back into the penthouse now that its renovated. Jeff: I see that. So are you going to do this with all the suites in the Beacon? Olivia: Jeffrey, what is it? Jeff: Can't an old friend just stop by and see how the renovation is going? Olivia: Things are going fine but what is it you really want? Jeff: Olivia-- Olivia: Jeffrey stop stall-- Jeff: (blurts) Olivia, Sam is dead! And on Olivia's blank reaction, CUT TO EXT. WOODS - DAY Lying in the river is a woman's body laving face down. All of a sudden, she turns over to reveal its Hope! Her face and cut and battered from the plane crash. Hope: (in a daze)...Father? Father, where are you? As she drifts further down the river, we FADE OUT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fWFXOq72pQ&feature=channel_page

DEBUTING Jensen Buchanan as Cassie Layne William DeVry as Reginald Greg Cirulnick as Jason Marler Derek Caldwell as Kevin Marler Cady McClain as Harley Cooper Jason Gerhardt as Anthony J Chamberlain Chad Brannon as Tom Reardon Lindze Letherman as Trista Tucker Lincoln Lewis as Rocky Cooper Ildi Silva as Tierra Renaldi Marcus Patrick as Brandon Tamerlain-Spaulding BethAnn Bonner as Dorrie Von Halkein Martha Madison as Marah Shayne Cynthia Preston as Julie Camaletti Josh Duhon as Dr. Steven Frame II AJ Michalka as Analeigh Dutton Kimberlin Brown as Cynthia Dutton Robin Christopher as Laurel Tucker Matt Ashford as Alan Michael Spaulding RETURNING Mary Kay Adams as India Von Halkein Terrell Anthony as Rusty Shayne Gil Rogers as Hawk Shayne Michael Tylo and Lisa Brown as Quint & Nola Chamberlain

EXT. SPRINGFIELD CITY PARK - DAY Buzz stands at the grill cooking while Cyrus lumbers beside him, downing a beer. Buzz: So what were you two arguing about the other day? Cyrus: (puzzled) Who -- what are you talking about? Buzz: You and Phillip. What were you two arguing about? Cyrus: Nothing. Nothing at all. Buzz: It couldn't have been about nothing. The tension was too thick. Cyrus laughs to throw Buzz off. Cyrus: It was nothing. Honest, Buzz. Nothing at all. Buzz: Ok now. Buzz's phone rings. He answers it. INT. COMPANY - DAY Lillian stands at the counter with phone to her, serving the customers. INTERCUT - TELEPHONE CONVERSATION Buzz: Hello? Lillian: Hey, Buzz, I need you come and pick me up at Company. Buzz: (jokingly) Well I'm kind of doing something now. Lillian: I know but my car won't start and I have the auto club coming to pick it up. So I have no other way to the cookout. Buzz glances at Cyrus for a second. Buzz: (to Lillian) Hold on for a second, babe. (to Cyrus) Could you handle this for me? (gesturing to the grill) Cyrus: Of course. Buzz: (to Cyrus) Thanks. (to Lillian) I'm on the way now. Love you. Lillian: Love you too, Buzz. Buzz hangs up the phone. Buzz hands Cyrus the fork and scurries off. EXT. PARKING LOT - DAY Rafe and Daisy, struggling to carry the coolers, head into the park entrance when Buzz rushes past them. Daisy: (looking back) Gramps, where are you going? Buzz: To pick up Lillian, I'll be back. Hold the fort down until I or Rick gets back. Daisy: Alright! Rafe and Daisy continue on heading into towards the park entrance until a black Benz whips into the parking spot next to them. Exiting the car very seductively is non other than Blake, wearing a slick, black, provocative dress being the maneater she is. (YES, Blake is a maneater, this is my story darn it! ) Hopping out the front seat is Clarissa, they are not alone! Jason and Kevin are back! They are with them as well. (Kevin of course, fair-haired, and logical like Ross. Jason, dark, a wild card, unpredicatable, like his good ole grandpa, Roger) Kevin & Jason Blake: (to Daisy) Hey you! I heard your mother is back in town. How is she doing? Daisy: I don't know. Don't care to be honest. I haven't really spoken to her myself. Blake: Oh you two well make up soon. (to Rafe) And how are you? Rafe: I'm fine, Blake. Clarissa runs over and hugs Rafe. Rafe: Hey Clarissa. Blake: (realizing she has yet to introduce her son) Oh! Daisy, Rafe, meet my sons, Jason & Kevin; Daisy, you remember them don't you? They've just returned back from England and are here to attend Springfield U with you all in the fall. They've been in England with their great-grandma, Barbara. Daisy: How great! Daisy shakes Jason's hand. And then Kevin, who is shy and slouching around in the background. Daisy smiles to ease his pains and Kevin is immediately stricken by her smile. Kevin: It looks as if you were struggling with that cooler. Let me help you with that. Daisy: Thanks. Kevin grabs the cooler and Daisy leads him into the park followed by Rafe, Jason, and Clarissa. Blake: (about Kevin) Such a gentleman. EXT. BAUER HOME - DAY Alan Michael, still hidden behind the bushes looks in at Ed and Rick. For a second, he looks as he is going to go for and ring the doorbell when a car pulls up, ending the moment. Alan Michael goes back into hiding in the bushes. Rushing down the driveway is Phillip and Beth. Rick opens the door to greet and embrace them. Alan Michael still watches on from a far. Rick: What are you guys doing here? Phillip: To pick you guys up. Is everything ready? Rick: I was going to take my car. And plus me and my dad in the car with Alan... Phillip: Aw come on. Beth, help. Beth: Rick, come on. Please, for me. Ed interjects into the conversation. Ed: Go ahead. Plus I am waiting on Michelle to call back. She had another call from the D.C. It was probably Meta. Rick: Dad, you sure? Ed: (laughing) This is so awkward for you to ask me for permission. Go! I can handle it and get things into the car. If not, Michelle and Danny should be here from Monticello by the time everything gets done. Phillip: How are Danny and Michelle? Ed: Great. Now that Danny won the mayor position in Monticello, things are going well. That town could use him to help clean up its high crime rates. Plus their closer to home. I would've preferred Bay City, Oakdale, Somerset, or Henderson but I can deal with Monticello. Rick: Well I will call you, Dad, to check up on things every now and then. (grabs coat) Bye, Dad. Rick, Beth, and Phillip depart. We hear Alan moan (assuming from the sight of Rick) and the car pulls off. Ed closes the door. Alan Michael comes from the bushes and approaches the door yet again. Just as he is about the push the doorbell the telephone rings from inside. A-M peers inside the nearby window, listening in. Ed is on the phone, talking to someone. It's pretty serious. Ed: Michelle...breathe, honey. I can't understand you through sobs...Michelle! A-M is worried. It's now or never. He rings the doorbell. Ed: (to Michelle) Collect yourself and I will be back. (rushes to the door) Who is it? Ed opens the door and is bewildered to see A-M standing in from the of the door. Ed:...Alan Michael? A-M: Hey, Uncle Ed. I'm home. FREEZE FRAME ON ED'S SHOCKED REACTION AND FADE OUT: http://www.youtube.c...h?v=qZPviD6kdrI NOTE: THIS IS JUST THE AUDIO OF THE CLOSING MY CREDITS ARE ON THE SIDE OF THE BLOG. P&G PRODUCTIONS 2009 JOIN US AGAIN FOR..... TGL: THE GUIDING LIGHT

INT. CROSS CREEK - DAY - LIVING ROOM We continue where we last left off. Reva: What is wrong with Marah, Josh? Josh: I just got a call from one of Marah's friends. Marah is in the hospital. Reva: What?! (tearing up) Joshua, are kidding me? She's not-- Josh: No she is fine. Just a broken leg and some bruises. Reva exhales and grabs hope to the counter to support her. Jeffrey consoles Reva. Jeff: What is going on? Josh: Marah was trapped in an avalanche. Reva: Oh my God...how is Sam? Jeff: Sam? You mean Sam Spencer? Olivia's brother? Reva: Yeah. Marah and some of her friends from Paris met Sam in Switzerland for a ski trip. (to Josh) How is Sam? Josh: Sam...Sam is dead. Jeff: Oh no. Reva: (simultaneously) Lord help us. Josh: He died saving Marah. He got her to safety when another rock slide took place. Marah was carried downhill while Sam was buried alive. Reva: Does Olivia know? Josh: No. I told her friends that I would personally tell Olivia. Reva: Poor Olivia. Besides Ava and Emma, Sam was all she had left. Jeffrey opens the door and starts to head out. Reva: Where are you going? Jeff: If anyone should break the news to Olivia, it should be. Josh: Are you-- Jeff: I am sure. Positively. Reva: But what about the barbecue? Jeff: I'll meet you and Colin there. Jeffrey kisses Reva on the cheek. Jeff: Josh, you won't mind taking them, won't you? Josh: No problem. Jeff: Thanks. (to Reva) See you in a few. Jeffrey kisses Reva again on the cheek before heading out the door. Fear is riddled all over Reva's face. Josh quickly catches on and leans close to Reva. Josh: What is wrong? Reva: I'm just worried -- worried how Olivia is going to take the news. CUT TO: INT. BUS - DAY Trista Tucker, a sullen young southern belle, sits in the back of the bus with headphones on, listening to Mi Voix's, Ritournelle (GL's "dead leaves" theme). She bobs her head side to side, gracefully at the sound of the soothing music. The bus then comes to a halting stop. Trista: What the h-- Trista removes her headphones and looks up towards the front of the bus as more people pack onto the bus. But one guy, one guy catches her eye. She is enamored by him. She can tell that somehow, he and her are destined to be together. At the other end of the bus, the guy, is non other than the long absent son, Rocky Cooper. With his tossed, honeycomb blond hair, he meets eyes with Trista. So much passion, so much innocence. They quickly shake off the dreamy glances and come back reality. He quickly makes his way up the aisle to Trista. Rocky: Can I join you? Trista: Sure. Trista moves her bag for Rocky to sit. Rocky: (extending his hand) I'm Rocky Cooper. Trista takes his hand and shakes it. Trista: Nice to meet you. I'm Trista. Trista Tucker. Bus Driver: (over intercom) Next stop, Springfield. Trista and Rocky share a smile as the bus begins to take off yet again. FADE OUT ROCKY ~N~ TRISTA *TGL'S NEW SUPERCOUPLE*

INT. LIMO - DAY (James/Phillip/Alex/Beth/Lizzie/Bill/Alan) Alexandra closes down her compact mirror to gaze over at Phillip, who is impatiently looking down at his watch. Alex: Looking down at that watch is not going to speed your father up. That man is going to do anything he can to avoid attending the barbecue. James: I say we leave without him. Lizzie: I second that motion. Why does Grandfather have to even go? We all know he hates the Bauers and vice versa. Let's just spare everyone the agony and leave him here. Phillip: Because he's going. Beth: Well I'd wish he'd hurry. Rick is waiting on us at the park to help set up. Phillip: I know. (glances at watch again) Where the hell is he? The limo door opens and Alan coldly slides in. The car takes off. Phillip: Glad you finally decided to join us, Dad. Alan doesn't react. Beth: Alan, are you ok? Alex: Yes, brother, are you ok? I mean I know you hate the Bauers but do you have to look so stone cold? Alan: I'M FINE. Can't a man just since in silence? (to James) Fix me a drink. James fixes Alan. He tries to go for a sip of it when Beth snatches it from him, handing it over to Alan. Alex: Well whatever has your panties in a bunch needs to happen more often if you are going to remain silent. Phillip: I am all for it. INT. CROSS CREEK - DAY Reva stand in front of the mirror adjusting her hat when Jeffrey walks up behind her, wrapping his arms around her. Reva: What, Jeffrey? Jeff: Nothing. Just realizing how lucky I am. Reva: Umm Hhmm. Whatever. You are still worried about me accepting that position with Lewis Construction. Jeffrey: No...why would I be worried. Reva breaks free of Jeffery's grip, facing off with him. She gives off that she is onto him. Reva: O'Neill, I know you are worried about me and Josh working together again... Jeff: Again, why would I be worried? Reva: I don't know but you have been moping around this house for past few days since Josh offered the position back. Jeff: Reva-- Reva: Look -- if you don't want me to take the job then just say so. Jeff: I'm just worried about Colin. That's all. Reva: Lewis has a nursery. Jeff: That Josh just recently had installed. Reva: (throwing her hands up in defeat) Here we go. Jeff: What do you mean, here we go? Reva: Just admit it, Jeffery! You are jealous of-- Josh barges into the house, distraught. Josh: Reva, Marah is in trouble. And on Reva's uneasiness, FADE OUT

INT. BAUER KITCHEN - DAY Rick stands at the stove, taste testing his homemade BBQ sauce when Ed emerges into the kitchen sporting a white chef's hat and an apron that reads, "FATHER OF THE COOK." Rick bursts into laughter at the site of his father. Ed: So I am assuming you don't like it? Rick: Not really. You look pretty silly. Ed: Well at least I won't be alone. Ed slaps a chef's hat on Rick's head also. Rick: Are you kidding me? I am not wearing this -- this thing. Ed: Of course you are. And you're going to wear it with dignity. Rick: I don't think wearing this monstrosity on my head will make me feel dignified. Ed: But you will. Oh and here. (pulls an apron from his back pocket and hands it to Rick) You are going to need this as well. Rick is speechless and worried what the apron might say. He unravels it and is taken back. He shows the apron to Ed. Rick: Kiss the cook? Dad, that is umm...pretty generic. Ed: Well there is a reasoning behind it. Rick: Please share. Ed: With all these available women showing up at the cookout, maybe one will take you up on the offer and kiss-- Rick: Dad! Ed: Come on, Son. Let's be serious. When was the last time you were with a woman. Rick: Not too long ago. I was married to Beth. Ed joins Rick at the stove overlooking the BBQ sauce. Ed: I wouldn't've call that a marriage. Rick: Whaddya mean? Ed: Nothing. Nothing at all. Rick: You put it out there already. Share. Since you know so much about marriage. Ed: I didn't say all of that. Rick: But that was what you were implying. What was so wrong with me and Beth? Ed looks into Rick's eyes. He is concerned that telling him the truth might upset his son. But, on the other hand, he knows that it has to be done. Ed: The truth is that, there WAS or NEVER will be a you and Beth. Beth will always be in love with Phillip or Alan or whoever else is the man of the hour. Rick: So what? Beth never loved me? Ed: Loves you, yes. Ever in love with you, no. You've always fought to be with Beth but in return she has never fought to be with you. Rick: I thought you liked Beth? Ed: I do. But let's be honest, Beth has really just been using you. And I just never understood how you left Mel to chase a dream you have had since you were a mere teenager. Rick: It wasn't a dream. Beth and I did love each other at that point. Ed: No you weren't. You two were seeking comfort from elsewhere. Beth, from dealing with Alan and you, from dealing with Mel being upset about the Ross accident. The phone rings. Rick: I'll get it because I am over this conversation. Rick goes to answer the phone. Rick: (on phone) Hello?....Hi Michelle! Rick shoots a look at Ed before going back to talk to Michelle. CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR - DAY - ALAN'S ROOM Alan stand in front of the mirror examining himself. He likes what he sees and pops a cigar in his mouth. As he is about to light it, Alexandra bursts into the room. Alan: What now Alexandra? Alex: Just checking to see what is taking you so...(distracted by what he is wearing)...Alan...why are you wearing a tux to cookout. Alan: More like my funeral. Me, in a room with a bunch of Bauers spells disaster. Alex: Well you are still going. Everyone is going to be there. I even heard Mike might make a surprise cameo. Alan: Great. That man gave me hell when I was married to Hope and now I have to deal with him being at the BBQ? Alex: Oh Alan. You are being dramatic. I am sure that Mike's opinion of you have changed since then. Alan: Yeah. I am sure he hates me worse than before. Especially with the feud I had with Rick. Alex: Just be polite...even though that is hard for you. Alex snatches the cigar out of his mouth and tosses it into the trash. Alan is stunned by this action. Alex: Now hurry up. We'll be down in the limo waiting you. Alan releases a big sigh as Alex exits the room. Suddenly the phone rings. Alan: Hilda! Hilda, get the phone No one answer. Alan: Damned hired help. They just don't seem to help anyone anymore. Alan walks over to his nightstand and picks up the phone. Alan: Hello...(rolling his eyes)...slow down, slow down. Now what do you mean he is headed back this way?...But I thought I told you to do whatever it took to keep him from ever coming back home...Don't worry about it, I'll handle it. Alan slams the phone onto the receiver and proceeds with opening the drawer on his night stand. He sticks his hand inside and pulls it out to reveal a .45. He sticks it into his jacket and exit the room. EXT. BAUER HOME - DAY Hidden amongst the branches stands Alan Michael watching Rick and Ed from a window nearby. Alan Michael: Home, sweet home. http://www.youtube.c...feature=related

INT. WSPR - DAY - HOLLY'S OFFICE Holly sits back in her chair, exhausted as Dinah and Blake continue to sling insults at one another. Tired, Holly slams her fist on the table, regaining control of the room. Holly: Ladies! Enough is enough. (pointing the chairs in front of her) Have a seat. Dinah and Blake do as they are told. Holly: Now look, Blake, I thought you wanted nothing to do with WSPR? Blake: At first. But I had a change of heart. Dinah: Of course, when you discovered that Holly was going offering me a position. Blake: Oh Dinah, get a grip! Have you not learned that the world does not revolve around you? Dinah: Unfortunately not. You don't even have the skills to be a good anchor. Blake: How hard can it be to read off a teleprompter? Holly: Ladies. Stop! I've made my decision already...You're both hired. Dinah & Blake: (bewildered) What? Holly: I am hiring the both of you. Blake, you will bring in viewers due to-- Dinah: Being Roger Thorpe's daughter, having that sham of a marriage to my father, and those trashy novels you write. Holly: No...but her fame from her best-selling novels will bring in viewers. And Dinah, your hard journalistic talent will-- Blake: Send people to a competing station when they learn that their anchor married her co-anchor's father for her trust fund, then the son of her husband before killing him in cold blood... Dinah shoots a cold stare at Blake. Dinah: I loved him, Blake. I loved Hart with all of my body and soul. Blake: Yeah but you killed him. So I really don't qualify that as love. Holly: (holding her head) Girls... Dinah: You know what, I am not going to sit here and let you dictate my feelings for Hart. Because if you wanna get dirty we can get dirty. Your history is no cleaner than mine. Dinah gets up and head for the door. She stops for a second and turns around to add one more thing. Dinah: Holly...I want you to know that I accept the job. I'll be in tomorrow. Dinah rolls her eyes at Blake before slamming the door behind her. Blake sits in the chair fuming. Blake: (to self) Damn her. (to Holly) YOU CAN'T HIRE HER! Holly: Too bad I only take what you say so lightly. Blake: Mom, Dinah Marler will drop the credibility of this station down. Holly: No she won't. If anything, you two together will draw in huge ratings. Oh and when you two join up Reginald, the male anchor I hired, the ratings will zoom through the roof. This is going to be a good year for WSPR. And on Blake annoyed, FADE OUT

IN In an interview with new the new head writer, Brandon Fluellen, he says, "These two characters will shake the canvas to the core. Nichols will play John Hu, a leader of drug syndicate who has ties to many of Springfield's citizens. Barr on the other hand will play Cecilia, who will come to take Billy off Vanessa's hands. But she too has a past with some fellow Springfielders..." OUT When asked about why the recent release of Karla Mosley and Murray Bartlett, executive producer Ed Scott had to say, "They don't fit into my vision of TGL. I want anything of the Kreizman/Wheeler era stripped of MY show! There are some of their charachers that can be saved but these two just have to go..." SOD asks, "Is there a possibility for a return in the future?" Head writer Brandon Fluellen reports, "Anything is possible but I would not hold my breath." Short Return SOD: "What is the purpose of Grady's short return?" Fluellen: "Part of Cyrus's exit. Grady is very much alive and seeing Cyrus' exit will thrust him into hiding agan."

COMING UP ON GUIDING LIGHT Buzz receives another surprise when Rocky returns Edmund works his magic that may benefit Dinah Alan is annoyed with Cyrus' threats on his family and has him dealt with in the worse way Alan Michael comes home when bad news for the Bauers arrives A Coop doppleganger hits Springfield sending the Coopers into turmoils Cassie comes home and is drawn between two men: Frank & Edmund Josh and Reva can't deny their feelings Jeffrey is jealous of Reva's new job at Lewis. Josh isn't the only new man in Reva's life. Olivia receives devastating news and Marah is at the root of it Vanessa chooses to reconcile with Matt, sending Billy back to the bottle and into the arms of a new woman Nola & Quint return and it AINT for a visit Jason grows more and more like Roger and plots vengeance on those involved in Ross' death. Olivia goes back to being stone cold and Natalia finds love elsewhere Mallet gets the shock of his life; Marina falls out of love with Mallet and in love with Shayne again A new generation of Springfielders come to town bringing all new drama Frank helps Cassie search for her biological dad and Edmund is jealous The Spauldings clash over powers (Alex/Lizzie V. Alan/???) A Tamerlain-Spaulding comes to town claiming his fortune and forming an enemy...or ally with Alan Alan has Lizzie followed in hopes of gaining full power; he also plays on Alex's sanity as well Hope comes to Springfield but resumes another alias. Beth is reunited with an old love...well sort of... Bill and Lizzie hit the rocks when she finds excitement in a new man...J Chamberlain! Rusty runs for Governor of Illinois Blake meets her match; Dinah gains a #1 fan A friend of Phillip's friend (and an ex of Harley's) with shady ties comes to Springfield, rocking the town to its core *Share your comments....

INT. COMPANY - DAY The usual busy lunch crowd. Buzz is in the kitchen flipping burgers while Phillip sits at the bar sipping a cup of coffee. Cyrus awkwardly slides into room, grabbing a seat next to Phillip. Phillip glances over at Cyrus, clearly annoyed. Phillip: What now, Foley? Cyrus: I know what you did to my brother. You're gonna pay. Phillip: (facing Foley) What are you talking about? Is this some new scheme of yours to try and scam someone? If so, you might wanna go back to the drawing board. Cyrus: No scams here. Just solid evidence. Phillip: Really? Then shoot. The two lock eyes. An unbearable silence overcomes them. The tension is so thick it can be cut with an knife. Suddenly, the door opens and in walks Harley. Phillip & Cyrus: (stunned) Harley? Buzz, not paying attention, comes from the kitchen whistling Dixie, carrying a plate with a burger. Harley: Dad... Buzz, noticing Harley, drops the plate on the floor. Buzz: Harley...is that you? Harley: In the flesh. And on Buzz shocked: FADE OUT OPENING CREDITS http://www.youtube.c...feature=related INT. COMPANY - CONTINUED Buzz rushes up to Harley pulling her into a huge bear hug. Buzz: Sweetie, I missed you so much. Harley: Me too, Dad. Me too. Buzz pulls away from Harley with a look of concern. Buzz: Where are the boys? Harley: They are with Rick. Phillip (joining them): How are they? Harley: Good. Happy to be back home. Buzz: Home? So does that mean you're back for good? Harley: (heavy sigh) Unfortunately. Buzz: Harley!! Harley laughs. Harley: I'm joking. Just joking. A belligerent customer storms up to Buzz. Customer: Hello? I asked for a burger like ten minutes ago. I thought the service was speedy. Phillip: Well can you wait! The man's daughter just came home. Damn! Buzz: (mediating) It's ok. He is right. (to customer) I'll be with you shortly and this will be on the house. The customer heads back to his booth. Buzz: (to Harley) Later? Harley: Later. Harley kisses Buzz on the cheek. He lights up in the face and heads back into the kitchen. Harley: (to Phillip) So what did I just walk in on? Phillip: Nothing much. Harley: Yeah... Cyrus joins in the convo. Cyrus: Harley...umm...how are-- Harley: I'M FINE. Thank you. Cyrus: Well if you two would excuse me. Phillip: Bye. Cyrus exits. A tad bit of awkwardness between Phillip and Harley. Phillip: Do you wanna talk? Harley: Might as well. You weren't going to quit bothering me until I said yes anyways. Phillip guides Harley to a booth nearby where they have a seat. CUT TO INT. WSPR - DAY - CONFERENCE ROOM Holly sits at her desks, going over the budget when a KNOCK is heard on the door. Holly: Come in! Dinah peeks her head and Holly is thrilled to see her. Holly: I was wondering when you were going to arrive. Dinah: Sorry I am late. Shayne and I got into a bit of an argument. Holly: You ok? (points to the seat in front of her) Come, come sit down. Dinah grabs a seat across from Holly. Dinah: I'll be fine. So what did you want? Holly: Since your mother signed over the position of general manager back over to me, I was wanting to make some changes. I want WSPR to go back to being the hardcore news station we use to be. What I am trying to say is Dinah -- I want you to come back and be an anchor for the show. Dinah. I don't know... Holly: Dinah. You have what it takes. You have that pizazz, that spunk that will draw crowds in. I am trying to build a strong team of anchors and I want you to be one of them. I won't take no for an answer. Blake: (off-screen) Mom-- Blake barges into the room and all the attention is turned towards her. Blake: (snarky) Dinah. What are YOU doing here? I thought you wanted out of WSPR when Vanessa signed things back over to my mom? Holly: That's the reason she is here. I want Dinah to join the new team of anchors. Blake: What?! Holly: Yes. Blake: Mother, are you crazy? Dinah is all shades of controversy. Do you think the sponsors really want to invest in a two time killer? She killed Hart and now she is on trial for killing some Edmund look-a-like. Holly: She is innocent until proven guilty, Blake. Blake: Guilty my behind. I can tell you now that gun wielding Dinah was behind this man's death. Dinah: Can you two just stop for a second? Holly: (to Dinah) Hold on a second, honey. (to Blake) Why don't you think Dinah is good enough for the position? Do you know someone who could do it better? Blake: Actually I do. Holly: Who? Blake: Me. Dinah burst into laughter. Dinah: Are you serious? Blake: As a heart attack. Blake and Dinah argue amongst each other like the old times. Holly watches on grinning from ear to ear. I think Holly might be onto something.... And on Holly grinning, FREEZE FRAME FADE OUT http://www.youtube.c...h?v=f8GocilwNWM

From the writers that gave you the short live soap opera, "The Pride and the Prejudice," bring you TGL: The Guiding Light. The Light has been renewed, now joining the SON network for the remainder of its 72nd and 1st half of 73rd year. The story will begin a day before this year's "final" Bauer BBQ. There will be twists and turns and you will fall in love with the story I have developed like you did GL in it's best years. Stay tuned as cast & production lists will be revealed.