NothinButAttitude

Loving the Sharon/Dru/Sheila story. And I cracked up at Victor looking at the photos. I could so see that old fart being captivated by those photos of Leslie.

Thanks for the comments, guys. I've been so busy with classes that I haven't been able to keep up. But again, much appreciated.

FADE IN: INT. SPAULDING MANOR – STUDY We open up with India on the phone. It is clear that she is anxious. India: Alan, call me when you get this message. This is very important. India hangs up the phone as Dorrie enters the room. She plops down on the sofa. Dorrie: Well aren’t you anxious. You only get this anxious when you’re onto something. (eager) What is it, Mother? India scopes around to see if anyone is looking. She then closes the door to the study and sits next to Dorrie. She grabs her daughter’s hand, grinning. India: I think I might’ve landed my meal ticket! Dorrie: Our meal ticket. And how so? India: Caroline! Dorrie: (snatching away, puzzled) Say what? India: Now listen, sweetheart. . . Dorrie: Mom, I thought were talking about us getting some serious c-notes. A real meal ticket. India: Trust me. We are. Dorrie: Yeah. OK. The only meal ticket I see us getting from her is dinner, (looks at watch) which is about to be served in a while. India: Dorrie, listen. . . Dorrie: Why?! I’ve listened to you so far and where has that gotten me? Nowhere. India: Dorrie, just listen. What I have to say may sound weird— Dorrie: I’m sure it does. India: Trust me. Just trust me. What I have on that woman could have us rolling in the dough for the rest of our lives. Disinterested and over her mother’s schemes, Dorrie gets up and exit. India: Dorrie! Dorrie! Just trust me, baby. Momma’s got a plan. On India stirring with the information that she has, CUT TO INT. HAWK’S APT Laurel and Rusty are mesmerized at the sight of one another. They’re thrilled to see one another but bitter too—such mixed feelings. Trista reaches out and grabs Laurel’s hand. Trista: (attempting to drag her) Mom, let’s go. This stuns Rusty. Rusty: Mom? Wait—Trista is— Laurel: My daughter, yes. Our daughter. . . Hawk comes up behind and places a hand on Laurel’s and Trista’s shoulder. He nods, reassuring Rusty that it is true. On Rusty overcome with emotion, CUT TO FADE IN: INT. HAWK’S APT (MOMENTS LATER) Everyone is now seated and there is tension. Most of it is coming from Rusty. Rusty: (to Hawk) How long have you known? Hawk: For a while now. Rusty: (fuming) I said how long?! Laurel: Rusty! Hawk: No, Laurel! He has a right to know. . . Rusty: I sure as h*ll do! How long?! Hawk: Since she was born! Rusty is blown back by this. He doesn’t know whether or not he wants to sock Hawk or not. Hawk: Rusty, I— Rusty: Pa. . . Laurel: (cutting) I told him and Sarah to keep quiet! It was my decision! Rusty: What?! Ma knew too?! Hawk nods, embarrassed. Rusty: Who else knows? Hawk: Reva’s known for a few weeks. Cassie too. Rusty: What about Roxie?! Does she know too?! Hawk: Rusty, you— Rusty: I’m just saying! Everyone else in this family knows. All except me. But why am I even surprised? This family is known to keep secrets. Trista: I’m sorry. This was all my fault. Rusty: What? Sweetheart, no— Trista: I just wanted to be near you. I wanted to know my father, his family. (tearing up) I know that you’re running for mayor, and it’s very important to you. I wasn’t going to tell you until after the election. You don’t have to worry. I won’t say a word for as long as you want. Rusty grabs Trista and holds his daughter tightly. Trista buries her face into his chest, crying. Rusty: (kissing her forehead) It’s going to alright, my child. It’s going to be alright. Daddy is here. On Rusty looking at Laurel and Hawk with malice, CUT TO EXT. REVA & JEFFERY (PORCH) Reva and Cassie sit in the rocking chairs watching the sun go down. The sip on wine as Olivia pulls into the driveway. Reva: What does she want? Cassie: Probably looking for me. Olivia gets out the car. She makes her way up to Reva and Cassie. Cassie: What now, Olivia? Something wrong with the Beacon? Olivia: No. Cassie: Then what is it? Olivia: I came to see Reva. Cassie is stunned. She glances over at Reva. On Reva amused and stunned (too), CUT TO INT. WSPR (HALL/ALAN MICHAEL’S OFFICE) Holly passes by Alan Michael’s office and notices the door slightly ajar. It’s dimly lit from a lamp, and Holly gently pushes open the door to see Alan Michael working on something. Holly: What are you doing here? AM: Going over some of your notes. Holly enters in the room and closes the door. Holly: Well I can assure you that nothing is wrong with them. I’ve been a producer for years— AM: (snappy) Did I say anything was wrong with them? I was just checking them. It is my job as general manager to check over you. Holly: Excuse me. Let me get back to work before you do find something wrong with them. . . Holly goes to leave when: AM: Holly, wait! Wait. . . Holly: Oh. Did you find something wrong? That didn’t take you too long. AM: That isn’t what I was stopping you for. Holly: Then what, Alan Michael? AM: My mom. . . Holly: (concerned) What now? (uneasy) Does anyone— AM: No. No one knows. Yet. . . Holly: (sighs) OK. Then what? AM: We just got into another fight. Holly: Alan Michael, why? Why are you so hard on her? AM: I’m not hard on her! Holly: I beg to differ. AM: I almost caught her drinking. Holly: No! Not Hope. She told me she was clean. AM: Well she was quick to take the glass of wine when Bill offered it to her. Holly: You sure? AM: Yes. I saw the glass touching her lips and if I didn’t walk in when I did, she would’ve relapsed. Holly reaches for the phone and starts dialing. Holly: Where is she? I wanna talk to her. Maybe I can help her seeing as I know what she is going through. AM: I doubt you’ll be able to reach her at the manor. I fired her. Holly: What?! You have to go undo what you’ve done. AM: If anything, I’m doing her a favor. I’m getting her away from Spaulding manor. That place is toxic. Holly: No! What you’re doing pushing her near the bottle with your constant berating! You should be glad that she is still alive after the tragedy experienced! Alan Michael remains stoic, but the words of Holly are hitting him to the core. He is about to crack when: Lighting Assistant: (peeking in) Mr. Spaulding? AM: Yes. Lighting Assistant: This was taped on your car. The Lighting Assistant hands Alan Michael an envelope. He turns and leaves. Alan Michael rips it open, pulls out the letter, reads it, and his face nearly drops. Holly: What is it? Is it Hope? AM: Nope. But we better find her and quickly. Alan Michael shows Holly the letter, which reads: ONE CAN ONLY HOPE THAT WE HAVE MORE THAN ONE LIFE TO LIVE. I KNOW YOUR LITTLE SECRET. YOU'RE ON BORROWED TIME. . . CUT TO: INT. REVA & JEFFREY (KITCHEN) Jeffrey: Reva! Reva! Jeffrey enters into the kitchen to see that it is candle lit. Reva is sitting at the table wearing nothing but a negligee. She seductively signals for him to come join her. Grinning, Jeffrey starts to undo his tie as he walks over to the table. He has a seat across from Reva. Jeffrey: Where is Colin? Reva: Sleep. Want some wine? Jeffrey: Sure. Reva pours him a glass. Jeffrey: Good. Now I wanna apologize for earlier-- Reva takes his glass of wine and tosses it in his face. Jeffrey: What the--?! Reva! Reva: You slick son-of-a-b*tch! How dare you go to Olivia and try and get her to fire me! What right do you have?! Jeffrey: Reva, calm down. . . Reva: Calm down? Calm down?! Oh I'm just get started. Now answer the question! Jeffrey: What right I have?! Is that what you wanna know?! Reva: Yes! Jeffrey: All the right. I don't want you working the Josh--h*ll I forbid it! Reva: Well no man has EVER forbid Reva Shayne from doing anything and won't! Reva is about to leave when Jeffrey grabs her by the arm. Jeffrey: It's me or that job. Make your choice. Reva thinks about for it a second then: Reva: (coldly) Goodbye, Jeffrey. Reva snatches away from him and sashays up the stars. On a wet and angry Jeffrey, CUT TO INT. HAWK'S APT It is now only Laurel, Hawk, and Rusty. Rusty: (shaking his head in disbelief) I can't be you, Laurel. I just can't. Laurel: I did it for you! Rusty: No. You did it for yourself. Hawk: That's not fair! Rusty: And neither is you and Mom keeping this secret. Keeping my daughter away from me! Laurel: You act like I did it out of malice. Rusty: It seems like you did. May I remind you that you broke up with me? Laurel: I know, Rusty! Rusty: I would've married you and we could've raised Trista together. You've not only robbed her but me too! Laurel: God d*mmit, Rusty! No one has robbed you! You chose your career long before we broke up! I just helped you if anything. And according to this-- Laurel picks up the newspaper and flashes it in Rusty's face. It's a pic of him, his fiance, and her daughter. Laurel: Looks like you aren't too robbed! You've landed another family! Rusty: Don't do that. Laurel: Do what?! Rusty: Throw my fiance in my face. Don't do it! Laurel walks up on Rusty and gets his face. They're so close that it could go either way--blow being tossed or them falling into a kiss. Laurel: I just did. Laurel whips her, smacking Rusty in the face. She grabs her purse and coat and heads to the door. Laurel: Enjoy your daughter while you can because as soon as her semester ends, I'll be taking her back to Georgia. Rusty: Over my dead body. She's staying here! Hawk: OK! Enough you two! Laurel: (opening door) Goodnight, Hawk. Rusty, I meant what I said. Enjoy your time now. The clock is ticking. Laurel exits and slams the door. On Rusty pacing the floor realizing he is on borrowed time, FADE OUT

EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) Emily quickly lights the candles on the cake. She then grabs it and rushes up to Paul with a big grin on her face. Emily: Happy birthday!! Paul laughs, but stops when he notices his quiet and now awkward guests watching on. CUT TO INT. FAIRWINDS (FOYER) Meg eases open the door and peers in. No one is there. Meg: Let's get this show on the road. The kicks open the door and drags in a drunken Ryder. Meg: My God you weren't joking when you said that you were a lightweight. On Meg dragging Ryder up the stairs, CUT TO INT. LAKEVIEW HOTEL (MONA LISA) Adrienne sits alone eating her dinner. In the B.G., Holden enters. Adrienne looks up from her plate from a second and gives a quick glance behind. Her and Holden eyes connect. A slight smile from both parties then Adrienne turns back around. On Adrienne intrigued, CUT TO INT. WALSH ESTATE (GUEST HOUSE) We hear the lock unlocking and in walks Luke. Luke: Noah! Noah, you here? Luke closes the door behind him. Luke: Guess he started at WOAK today. Luke sighs and places the grocery bag in armchair. On the coffee table lies a stack of mail, which Luke eyes. Exhausted, Luke drags himself over and plops down on the sofa before grabbing the mail. Luke: (going through mail) Bill . . . bill . . . Another bill . . . (sarcastically) Oh! A student loan for Noah! . . . bill . . . (stops on the last letter) Can't be? A closeup shot of a letter addressed to Luke from his old friend, Kevin Davis . . . FADE OUT FADE IN: INT. FAIRWINDS (PAUL & EMILY ROOM) We pan across the floor that is covered in clothes, the same clothes that Ryder was dressing until we come up to see Meg tucking him into the bed. Meg: (giddy) Paul is going to flip out when he sees you two in bed together! Meg digs into her purse and pulls out a small vial filled with something white. Meg: Now let's get this started. On Meg grinning, CUT TO EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) Emily and Paul walk around the pool, arm in arm, while the party is back on. Seems as if the two are in their own world -- away from everyone else. Emily: Sorry about the party. Paul: It's fine. Emily: No! It wasn't. Paul: It was. Paul stops and pulls Emily close, staring into her eyes lovingly. Paul: It was. The awkward silence was a bit weird but it was fine. More than fine. It was perfect. Emily and Paul lean in for a kiss when, Henry (OC): Meg! You made it! Paul and Emily look over towards the door to see Meg standing in doorway. The sight of her makes Emily sick. CUT TO INT. MONA LISA Holden has now joined Adrienne. The two are enjoying themselves, laughing. Adrienne: . . .And my father caught Bradley hiding in my closet naked! Holden: (laughing) Gosh. . . that Brad was a mess. Adrienne: Yeah. He was. (hitting her) I still miss him. No other man has meant so much to me like Bradley. Don't think another will. . . Holden: I understand. Young love. We think that it'll stand the test of time but it doesn't. Reality sets in-- Adrienne: And people change. Just hate how things ended between us. . . how we never stayed in touch. Holden: Well I'm sure that Brad is looking down from Heaven and wishing the same. Adrienne: Yeah. . . Holden: (getting up) Well thanks for having dinner with me. Adrienne: (grabbing him by the hand) Wait! (pulling away) I mean, what about a night cap? A drink? How about it? Holden is a bit conflicted -- struggling between yes or no. Then, Holden: You know what . . . sure. Let's have that drink. CUT TO EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) We come in on Lisa and John slow dancing together to Midnight Star’s Slow Jam. Lisa: Who would’ve thought that the two of us are having a good time at this party? John: I know right. John spins Lisa out and then back in towards him. Lisa: Just look at them. A shot of Meg and Emily exchanging words with Paul standing between the two, over it. Lisa: Young. . . miserable . . . John: That was us about 40 years ago. Lisa: Speak for yourself. That was 40 years ago for you. Ten years ago for me. Lisa and John share a laugh. John: Still the same Lisa. Lisa: Always. They continue dancing. Unbeknownst to the two, Lucinda watches on fuming from a far. Nearby, Mo and Casey are slow dancing too; however, Casey is distracted by something. Mo: Casey? Casey: Huh? Oh. Sorry. Mo: Are you still upset about Allison? I mean if you wanna go make up with her— Casey: I don’t. Trust me. That door is closed forever. . . (holding up Mo’s chin) . . .and a new one is open. Casey leans in and kisses Mo passionately. We move onto Jami and MJ dancing. Suddenly, Allison taps MJ on the shoulder. Allison: Can I cut in? MJ: Well— Before MJ can answer, Allison finds a way to edge Jami out the way and dance with MJ. Allison rests her head on MJ’s chest, closes her eyes, and smile. MJ glances over at Jami, who is in total disbelief, On a shot of Jami rolling her eyes, PAN TO Meg and Emily are still exchanging words. Paul still looks on. Emily: Who invited you? Meg: Barbara and Henry did. Is it a problem, Emily? Emily: Clearly it is. Meg: Why?! Emily: The way you’re dressed for starters. . . Meg: It’s a dress! Emily: Honey, you can’t kid a kidder. This stunt you’re pulling, I’ve done it a million times. Meg: Oh. . . we know. Paul: Ladies, c’mon. It’s my birthday. Can’t we put our differences aside for once? Plus, Eliza is here, Emily. She’d want both of her moms here. Emily nods in agreement while this statement sends a chill down Meg’s spine—not a good one, yet Meg feigns a smile. Meg: How about a drink then? Emily: Most definitely. Meg: Then I’ll go get them. Merlot? Emily: Ooo, yes. Meg: Be right back. Meg walks off for the refreshment table. Emily: At least little Miss. Cornfield knows her wines. Paul: Emily. . . Emily: Just saying. CLOSE UP Meg unscrews her vial and drops with white substance into Emily’s glass. Meg: Bi*ch. . . You can kiss Paul and my daughter goodbye. Meg grabs the glasses and heads back towards Paul and Emily. She hands Emily her glass first. Then Paul. Meg: To new beginnings? Emily: I don’t know about— Paul: (elbowing his wife) Yes, new beginnings. For Eliza. Emily: (sighs) Fine. Only for Eliza. The three clink their glasses together before Emily quickly downs her wine. Meg: (taking a sip) Jesus. You were thirsty, Emily. You didn’t leave a drop in the glass. Emily: It was much needed. Meg: (thought) Oh bi*ch whatever. What I need right now is for a bus to run you over; however, I’ll settle for something less. . . the demise of your marriage. . . Meg smiles at Emily. Emily is taken back by this and hesitant at first before smiling back. CUT TO INT. WALSH ESTATE (GUEST HOUSE) Luke sits on the couch reading the letter when Noah barges in with a grin on his face. Luke jumps up, hiding the letter in his back pocket. Noah: Baby, guess what? Luke: (walking over to him) What? Noah: Kim is thinking about giving me a show on WOAK—a show to air short films for local movie makers. How about that? Luke: Sounds wonderful. Noah hugs Luke tightly. On Luke feeling guilty as he holds a secret from Noah, CUT TO INT. LAKEVIEW (ADRIENNE’S ROOM) Holden and Adrienne are in the throes of passion—making love like never before. The two look like two animals in the wild attacking one another, feeding off one another’s energy. Adrienne: Oh Holden! Holden: Shh! KNOCK! KNOCK! Adrienne: (breathing heavily) Should we answer? Holden: Shh! The sweaty Holden nibbles on her lip before kissing her. Adrienne lets out a moan as the door, canceling out the sound of the door unlocking. . . Lily (OC): Excuse me! The guests have been complaining about the noise level. . . It’s Lily! Lily: . . .In here. . . Holden looks up to see Lily standing in the door way. Both he and Adrienne cover up. On a astounded and heartbroken Lily, CUT TO EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) Paul and Meg stand off to the side in silence. Then, Meg: (looking around) Where did Emily go? Paul shrugs. Paul: Said she was going inside to take an Advil. She was developing a headache. Meg: Should you go and check on her? Paul glances at his watch. Paul: Maybe I should? Meg nods. Paul takes her advice and heads in. Meg: Ta-ta, Mrs. Ryan—or should I say Ms. Stewart now. Meg maniacally grins as we PAN OVER to Lucinda charging toward John and Lisa, who are still dancing. Lucinda: (clears throat) John! John and Lisa stop dancing. John: Lucinda, I didn’t know you were here. Lucinda: Of course you didn’t. John leans in to kiss Lucinda. She puts a hand up, blocking him. John: What? Lucinda storms off. John goes to go after her when Lisa grabs him by the arm, preventing him from going. Lisa: Let her go. John: I can’t. (kisses Lisa on the cheek) Thanks for the dance. Lisa: (smiles) Anytime. John rushes off to catch up to Lucinda. A shot of Lisa shaking her head in disbelief, CUT TO INT. EMILY & PAUL’S BEDROOM Paul bursts into the room to find Emily’s head in between Ryder’s legs—in his crotch region. To us, it is clear she is passed out but not to Paul. Paul: God d*mmit! Emily! Emily sits up, dazed and confused CUT TO INT. CARTER’S PENTHOUSE Carter opens the door and flicks on the light. What he sees brings a smile upon his face. Carter: Why hey there, Mr. Future Assistant District Attorney! We pan over to reveal. . . Scott Eldridge, Lisa’s estranged son!! He is sitting on the sofa. Scott: Hey there, partner. Just thinking of some ways we’re going to bring down my big brother and win the office. Carter and Scott share a laughter, and embrace each other in a friendly hug. FADE OUT COMING SOON: - Emily's world unravels and Meg enjoys it from a far - Ryder is onto Meg, but doesn’t rat her out - Tom files for custody of Daniel due to Emily’s actions - Allison decides to stick it to Mo through Jami - Aaron is reunited with the mysterious woman - Jack continues to unravel - Holden finds love - Luke reunites with an old friend - Barbara & Henry's love begins to wane - A Stenbeck comes to town - A Cory (AW) and a Whitney (EON) come to Oakdale - Bonnie returns to Oakdale & forms an alliance with Tom - Casey & MJ are let in on a secret - Lisa finds love, but Lucinda serves as the buffer - Carter becomes a thorn in John's side - A lost son returns home, joining a foe - Craig's vengeance puts Rosanna in peril

FADE IN: EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) We open up on the calm, cool, and blue water of the pool; however, the party is anything but. Paul's staff is scattered about, frantic, and setting up his birthday party. Some are hanging balloons and banners. Some are setting up food. The cook is off to the side tending to the grill. One of the maids is off to the side discussing what genre of music to play with the DJ. Standing on the terrace, watching it all with a clip board in her hand is Emily. Emily: We gotta hurry! Paul will be here any second. (glancing at watch) Oh God. Where is Allison with the cake? Allison (OC): Right here. Stress no more. Allison crosses from inside the house onto the terrace bearing a cake. Emily sighs with relief. This is one less thing she has to worry about. Allison: Where do you want it? Emily: (pointing) Put it over there with the presents. Just shove them to the side and put the cake front and center. Allison: Got it. Anything else? Emily: Did you get the candles? Allison: Yes. Emily: Forty? Allison: (now agitated) Yes. Allison produces a candle with the numbers "4" and "0." She hands them Emily. Allison: Better than lighting forty candles. Emily hugs Allison before slightly pushing her in the direction of the table -- a nudge to get her moving. Emily: (to self) Now where is Barbara? She was supposed to be here. On Emily anxious, CUT TO INT. BLC Barbara sits at her desk. She turned away from the entrance as she is going over designs. Henry, donning a sly grin, slides into the room unbeknowest to her. He spins the chair towards him, grabs the designs from Barbara, and tosses them. Barbara: Henry! Henry: Hush, my love. Henry grabs Barbara and hoists her onto the desk, wrapping her legs around his waist. He begins to kiss her neck; however, we see that Barbara is not pleased by this love gesture, though she doesn't let Henry on. Barbara: Baby . . . Henry: (face buried into her neck) Yes. Barbara: Now is not the time for us to get it on. Henry: (pulling back) Why? Barbara: Umm . . . let's see . . . we have to attend Paul's birthday party. Henry: But that isn't for another 2 hours. Barbara: But I promised Emily I'd be there to help her. Henry: I doubt Emily Stewart needs any help. She's probably running a tight ship. Barbara: OK. But I also have to give the OK on these designs. Henry: OK . . . but why can't Carly or Lisa do it? Barbara: Because Queen is my line. That's the whole reason of us having three different, individual lines. Each vision is differ from the other. And you ought to know that vision is FAR differ from Lisa's and Carly's. Henry breaks away from their embrace and head for the door. Barbara: Hey! Where are you going? Henry: I'm going to head to the party and assist Emily, and leave you here to finish this up. Barbara: You didn't want to wait on me? Henry: No. You just finish this up, and I'll handle the party for you. Barbara: Thanks, honey. Henry: No problem. Barbara gets back to work as Henry watches her for second with a slight smile. He closes the door and his mood changes -- he's hurt from Barbara's rejection. Something more is going on . . . CUT TO INT. HUGHES HOME (GARAGE APT) His body wet and glistening, and donning nothing but a towel, Ryder opens the door to reveal a sultry Meg, who looks like sex on stilts with her skin tight red dress and high heels. Ryder: If looks could kill . . . Meg: I'd have tons of bodies in my tracks. Now aren't you going to invite me in? Ryder moves to the side, making way for Meg to enter. She seductively enters with every curve of her body switching. Ryder likes this. He closes the door. Ryder: Is Paul going to be alright with me bringing you as my date? Meg: Why would he? Paul and I have been divorced for awhile now. He's shacked up to Emily. Ryder: Yeah . . . but you are the mother of his child. Meg: And that's it! Meg walks up to Ryder and gently strokes her fingers against his abs. Meg: You aren't worried about Paul are you? Ryder: No -- I mean I just don't want to rock the boat. Meg: Don't worry about Paul. If he says anything rude, I'll check him. Now go get ready. Ryder grins and goes into the bathroom. Meg has a seat on the sofa. Meg: (calling out) What do you have to drink in here? Ryder (OC): Water. Some soda. I think I have beer or two. Meg: How about drink before we leave? Ryder: Sure. Their over in the fridge. Meg gets up and head to the fridge. She pulls out two beers and puts them on the counter. She glances around the corner before taking one of the beers and pouring half of it out into the sink. She then digs into her and pulls out a small bottle of Jack Daniels. She mixes it in with the beer and shakes it a little. Then she tosses the small bottle of Jack Daniels into the trash. Ryder then bends around the corner and Meg hands him the mixed beer. Meg: (toasting) To new beginnings. Ryder: To new beginnings. Ryder downs the drink. Meg sips on her and watches as he downs his. On Meg with a scheming smile, FADE OUT FADE IN: EXT. FAIRWINDS (BACKYARD) Allison and Emily stand by the table where the presents are, watching on as the party is jumping. Music is blaring and people are dancing. Emily is pleased with final product. Allison: (leaning over through the loud music) Paul is going to love this. Emily: Oh he better. Allison: I know he will. That man lights up at anything you do. Emily is touched by this revelation -- on the verge of crying. Emily: Really? Allison: Yes he does. I just hope to find love like you have . . . again. Emily: You will. Trust me. Don't give up on love. Allison: I won't. And I won't give up on Casey either. Emily and Allison share a smile when Casey enters with Monique on his arm. MJ has Jami on his. Allison's smile drops. CUT TO INT. WALSH MANOR (LIBRARY) Lucinda sits in an armchair sipping on tea. The fire in the fire place illuminates the room. John, passing by, peeks his head into the room. John: I thought you were going to the party with me. Lucinda: I am or I'll get a driver to drop you off and bring me later. John: Why? Lucinda: I have a date this afternoon. John: (joking) You cheating on me already? Lucinda: Oh darling, don't start. It's a business date with Carter Wallace. John rolls his eyes. Lucinda: What was that? John: What? Lucinda: You rolling your eyes. John: I just don't see why you're supporting that man. He's like a used car-salesman. He's shady. Lucinda: And who should I be supporting? Tom Hughes? John: I don't see why not. Lucinda: (sighs) Just because he's your son-in-law . . . John: That isn't the only reason. Lucinda: Then what other reason? May I remind you that the last time he was in office, he stepped down from his position because he was "bored." John: It's called a mid-life crisis. Lucinda: Yes . . . I guess you can call it that. Matthew, Lucinda's butler, escorts Carter into the room. Lucinda stands up to greet him, shaking his hand. Lucinda: Please have a seat, Mr. Wallace. Carter: Why thank you, Ms. Walsh. Carter has a seat in the armchair across from Lucinda's. Lucinda looks at John waiting for him to introduce himself. After a few seconds, he gives in. John: (shaking Carter's hand) John Dixon. I'm voting the opposition, who happens to be my son-in-law. Lucinda gasps. She is appalled. John: I'll see you at the party. John kisses Lucinda on the forehead and leaves. Carter: Such a nice man. Lucinda: Forgive him. Carter: No harm done. He's just one vote. One monkey doesn't stop the show. Lucinda: So true. (handing him a check) Now here are the first of many contributions to your campaign. Carter reaches for the check when Lucinda snatches it away quickly. Carter is confused by this action. Lucinda: Now you see . . . we have a problem. Carter: We do? Lucinda: Yes. Carter: OK. Please share what the problem is. Lucinda: Your infatuation with an uncouth she-beast by the name of Lisa Grimaldi. Carter: I don't-- Lucinda: Mr. Wallace, don't lie. If there is one thing I am good at, it's reading men. And when you see that woman, you melt into a puddle. Now if I am going to invest in your campaign, then I am going to need you to win. I don't toss away money for nothing. Lucinda hands him the check again. Lucinda: Don't cross me. Carter: I wouldn't dream of it. On a close shot of the two hands shaking, CUT TO EXT. FAIRWINDS The party is still going on, but we focus on Allison, who watches as Monique (dancing) back that a** up on Casey. Allison really becomes unnerved by this. Susan places a comforting hand on Allison's shoulder. Susan: Let it go. Allison: I can't. I won't. And I definetely won't let that wh*re have him. Monique comes off the dance and head to the table where Allison is standing, getting some juice. Allison: (to Mo) Loving this, huh? Mo: What? Allison: My sloppy seconds. Mo: Sloppy? I don't know if you'd associate Casey and sloppy together. Now you on the other hand . . . Susan: Hey you! Don't you dare insult my daughter! Casey, Jami, and MJ take notice and make their way over towards the table. So does Emily. Mo: Then tell that bi*ch to know her place. Casey: What is going on now? Mo: This stalker bi*ch is trying to stake her claim again. Allison: Stalker? I wasn't too much of a stalker because we were engaged. Mo: And?! You don't have him now. Emily: OK. What is going on? Casey: Your sister. Emily: You sure you and your posse aren't the problem. Casey: Oh I am sure. Allison: (to Casey) You're doing this to hurt me! Jami: (to Allison) And you're making a scene again! Chill out. He doesn't want you. Casey: Thank you! Emily: You know what, today is about is about my husband and if you all (pointing at Casey and his crew) are going to ruin it then leave. Barbara (OC): Is everything alright over here? Barbara joins the crowd. Emily: I want them out of here! Barbara: Emily . . . Suddenly, Paul emerges from the house. The crowd is silent and stunned to see him. Emily grabs the cake from the table and rushes over to Paul. Emily: Surprise!! On Paul not trying to laugh, FADE OUT COMING SOON: - Meg sets her plan in motion - Emily's world come crashing down in more than one way - Allison decides to stick it to Mo through Jami - Aaron is reunited with the mysterious woman - Jack continues to unravel - Holden finds love - Luke reunites with an old friend - Barbara & Henry's love begins to wane - A Stenbeck comes to town - A Cory (AW) and a Whitney (EON) come to Oakdale - Bonnie returns to Oakdale - Casey & MJ are let in on a secret - Lisa finds love, but Lucinda serves as the buffer - Carter becomes a thorn in John's side - A lost son returns home, joining a foe - Craig's vengeance puts Rosanna in peril

INT. HAWK'S APT BANG! BANG! Rusty (OC): Pa! Come open the door! Trista and Laurel stand frozen in place as Rusty still beats at the door. Rusty: Pa! You there? Don't make me kick the door down. Hawk rushes out the kitchen and ushers the two women into the kitchen before rushing back over to the door to let Rusty back in. Hawk: What?!!!! Rusty: What took you so long? Hawk: I was taking a nap, boy! Rusty brushes past Hawk, entering. Rusty: I heard yelling in here, Dad. Hawk: It was the TV. Rusty (not convinced) Yeah . . . Hawk: So you don't believe me now? Rusty: No. SMASH! Rusty and Hawk jump at the sound of glass hitting the ground. Rusty glances at Hawk. Rusty: You heard that? Hawk shakes his head "no." Now Rusty really isn't convinced. INT. KITCHEN Trista and Laurel, huddled against the door, turn to see that Rocky knocked a plate off the counter. On Rocky cringing, CUT TO INT. OLIVIA'S PENTHOUSE (LIVING ROOM) Olivia and Natalia, intertwined, lie on the sofa kissing each other passionately as they've just finished watching a movie. Then the sound of a key unlocking the door causes Olivia and Natalia to pull themselves together. The door opens to reveal . . . Rafe! Donning his army uniform, Rafe lugs in his bags. Rafe: Anyone home? The sound of Rafe's voice brings tears to Natalia's eyes. Rafe: Mom? Olivia? Emma? Anyone here? Natalia comes bending around the corner with tears streaming down her eyes. She rushes over to hug her son tightly. Olivia stands nearby watching with a warm smile, and CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR (LIBRARY) Alan Michael stands near the desk with the phone to his ear. Bill, Lizzie, Beth, and James are nearby. Alan Michael: OK . . . Yes, Uncle Ed. I so appreciate it . . . I understand . . . (smiling) So glad to hear that . . . OK. OK. I'll see you in awhile . . . Love you too. Bye. Alan Michael hangs up the phone. He turns to face everyone, who are on the edge of their seats awaiting news. Alan Michael: Aunt Alex awake and on her way home! Lizzie: Oh my God! Alan Michael: They said that the stroke has caused her to loose a little feeling in her leg but some physical therapy will get her right back on track. Lizzie: Thank you, Lord. Lizzie and Bill hug each other. Beth: I have to call Phillip and deliver the good news to him. Alan Michael: You do that. I'm going to go talk to the staff and make sure that everything is in order for her return. Alan Michael goes to leave when he bumps into Caroline (Hope). Alan Michael quickly shoots an enthused look at her before exiting. This wounds Caroline but she quickly covers it up with a smile. Caroline: The cook wanted me to inform you that lunch will be ready in about thirty minutes. Lizzie: Thanks, Caroline. Caroline: No problem. Caroline goes to leave when, James: Caroline! Have you heard? Caroline turns back to hear what James has to say with curiosity. James: Aunt Alex is going to be fine. Caroline: She is! James: Yes. She's on her way home now. Caroline: Oh thank goodness. I have to go get the staff ready for her return. Bill: Oh don't worry about that. Alan Michael has that covered. Bill hands Caroline a flute glass containing champagne. She's hesitant about taking it. Lizzie: Take it, Caroline. We have to celebrate. Beth: (grabbing her glass) Yes. And we wouldn't've held out hope if wasn't for you. Caroline: (murmuring) Yes . . . hope . . . Bill: (forcefully putting the glass in her hand) Now drink. Caroline: But I can't, Mr. Lewis. I'm on the clock . . . James: (taking a sip of his drink) Who cares. You're off it at the moment. Now c'mon. You deserve it. Caroline (Hope) grins hesitantly before placing the glass against her lips, still struggling whether or not to drink, and CUT TO INT. BAUER HOUSE (KITCHEN) Michelle digs through her purse and produces a flask. Her face lights up at the sight of it. She starts to unscrew it and goes for a sip when the door opens and in walks Danny. Danny: Baby! I have a surprise for you! Michelle turns to face Danny while hiding the flask behind her back. Michelle: (forcing a smile) What? Danny signals someone to come in from outside. A few seconds later enters Pilar. The sight of her causes Michelle's face to drop. Pilar: Hey Michelle. Aren't you going to welcome me home? On Michelle forcing a smile back on her face again while slipping the flask back in her purse from behind, FADE OUT INT. REVA & JEFFERY (LIVING ROOM) The door flings open. Reva walks in, p*ssed off with Jeffery behind her. He slams the door. Reva: (facing him) How dare you? How dare you ask me to quit?! Jeffery: How dare I?! I think that I should be the one asking the questions! Reva: I can't believe you! I can't believe that you asked me to quit both of my jobs! Jeffery: I don't see why you can't! As a matter of fact, you don't even need to work! Reva: Say what? Jeffery: You don't need to work! I make plenty of money to take care of us all -- you, me, and Colin. You don't need a job at Lewis or the Beacon. Reva: (walking away) You sound real stupid. Jeffery: Oh no. Stupid is the last thing I am. Stupid is what I would be if I sat here and allowed you to continue to work beside Josh. Reva spins back around. She is in disbelief by what Jeffery just stated. Reva: Allowed? Honey, I've told you once and I'll say it again! No man tells Reva Shayne what to do! This moment of tension is broken up by Cassie entering. Cassie: Knock, knock! The door was open . . . Jeffery and Reva fail to notice or hear anything Cassie says as they still browbeat one another. Cassie quickly realizes that she has stumbled into something. Cassie: Um . . . maybe I should leave. Reva: (coming to) Oh no! You stay. C'mon. Reva rolls her eyes and heads into the kitchen. Cassie: (to Jeffery) Everything alright? Jeffery: No. But it will be and real soon. Cassie: OK . . . Reva: (OC) Cassie! Cassie: I better go. Jeffery: You better. Cassie heads into the kitchen. Jeffery whips out his phone and scrolls down his contacts until he comes upon Olivia. Jeffery: You won't quit, fine. I'll get you fired instead. (into phone) Olivia, it's Jeffery. Meet me at Towers in ten. Bye. On Jeffery exiting, CUT TO INT. BAUER HOUSE (KITCHEN) Picking up where we left off, Pilar makes her way over towards Michelle and hugs her. Pilar: So long since we've seen each other. Michelle: (mumbling) Not long enough. Pilar: What did you say? Michelle: I said "I agree." The two pull apart. Michelle: So what are you doing here in Springfield? Pilar: I got a job offer at the hospital and I decided to take it. Plus, it'd allow me to be near my family. Michelle: Umm hmm . . . So where are you staying? Danny: With one of her patients right now. However, I told her she could stay here when the physical therapy for her patient ceased, she could move back here. Michelle: Really? So now we've become a boarding house? Danny: Michelle, what's wrong? Michelle: Oh nothing. Nothing at all. Didn't know that we were taking in strays. Pilar moans. Danny glowers at Michelle. Pilar: (to Danny) Told you. (kissing him) I gotta go meet my patient. I'll see you around. Danny: Bye. Pilar exits. Danny looks at Michelle, upset and disappointed. Michelle: What? Danny walks out the room leaving Michelle alone and upset now too, CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR (LIBRARY) With the glass pressed against her lips, Caroline (Hope) nearly downs the drink when Alan Michael, standing the doorway, takes notices. He rushes over and snatches the glass from her before tossing it against the wall. Everyone is astonished by his actions. Beth: Alan Michael! AM: What is she doing? Why is she drinking? James: We're celebrating. What is wrong with you? AM: She's on the clock! She's not supposed to be drinking! Lizzie: We told her she could have a drink! Stop overreacting. AM: I don't wanna hear it. (to Caroline) You come with me. NOW! Caroline nods and exits. Alan Michael goes to follow when Beth grabs him, stopping him. Beth: You better not even think about firing her. Alan Michael blows off Beth's warning and exits. On everyone worried about Caroline's fate, CUT TO INT. REVA & JEFFERY (KITCHEN) Cassie and Reva sit at the counter with a bottle of wine between the two. It is still apparent that Reva is ticked off. Cassie: Wow . . . Reva: Yep. He wants me to quit both jobs. Cassie: Well I'm not firing you, and I am not about to sever ties with Lewis. Reva: Glad to hear that. Jeffery is just going to have to build a bridge and get over it. Joshua is going to be in my life till the day I day. Cassie: Tell me about. I had to learn the hard way . . . This strikes a nerve with Reva. Maybe Jeffery might be right. Reva: Cassie . . . Cassie: Don't, Reva. Don't even think about it. And that was my bad for saying that. My situation is totally different from Jeffery's. Reva: But is it? Cassie: (grabbing Reva by her hands, consoling) It is. You two are just having a little fight that is going to blow over in the matter of hours. Trust me. Jeffery will forget all about this and it'll all be an afterthought. On Reva with a glimmer of hope in her eyes, CUT TO INT. TOWERS Jeffery sits at the bar, fiddling with phone. Olivia comes up to him, tapping him on the shoulder. Olivia: Hey you. What's up? Jeffery: I want you to fire Reva and I mean now. Olivia: What -- why?? Jeffery: Just do it. You'll thank me later. On Olivia confused by his request, CUT TO INT. HAWK'S APT Rusty starts to head for the kitchen with Hawk tailing behind him. Hawk: Rusty, wait! Rusty pushes the door open and enters into INT. KITCHEN where Trista, Rocky, and Laurel are at a loss of words. Rusty is now too at the sight of Laurel. Rusty: . . .Laurel? On Laurel nervous, CUT TO INT. THORNWAY ROAD Nola leads a blind folded Quint into the dusty, cobweb ridden house. Sheet covers cover the furniture -- it still has that eerie, gothic aura too it from the last time many of you saw it. Nola: Welcome home! Nola removes the blindfold from Quint's eyes. Quinton become verklempt by the sight of his old home -- his home filled with many memories. CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR (HALL) Alan Michael: Are you crazy?! Caroline: What are you talking about? Alan Michael: The drink. The drink! You were about to guzzle down that drink. Caroline: No I wasn't. Alan Michael: Yes, you were. Caroline: You know what, I am about sick and tired of you reprimanding me. I am YOUR parent! Not the other way around! Alan Michael: And I am sick and tired of holding your secret! How about you confess the truth and tell everyone you're alive! Caroline: Because I am better off dead! You hear me! And it's gonna stay that way. Hope Bauer is dead. Alan Michael: Fine. But you're not staying here anymore. Caroline: What is that supposed to mean? Alan Michael: It means that you're fired! Caroline: What?! Alan Michael: Pack your bags and leave here, leave Springfield! And don't come back until you resume the role of my mother! Alan Michael storms off. Hope: Alan Michael! Hope chases after here. Suddenly, emerging from around the corner is India. She smiles as if she has won the lottery. India: Boy, oh boy. Looks like we have an intruder on our hands . . . On India grinning, CUT TO INT. SPAULDING MANOR (FOYER) The doorbell rings and Lizzie goes to open the door to find Pilar. Pilar: Hello. I'm here to see Ms. Alexandra Spaulding. I'm her new physical therapist. Lizzie is dumbstruck by Pilar's presence. Bill (OC): Lizzie, who is-- Bill pulls the door open to see Pilar. Pilar: Bill? Bill: Pilar . . . On this moment of awkwardness, FADE OUT COMING UP ON TGL: THE GUIDING LIGHT - Jason gain in ally in Leah - India blows the whistle in hopes of scoring points with Alan - Hope’s secret is revealed, with damaging effects. - Annie Dutton’s sister, Cynthia, comes to town - Nola reopens the Reardon Boarding House - Rafe finds love - Blake & Kevin clash over his dream - John Hu has ties to many of Springfield's women - Pilar returns home & wants Bill - Michelle continues to fall victim of the "Bauer Curse" - Tiara and Remy get closer - Rusty learns the truth about Trista - Cassie starts her search for her father - Laurel and Rick connect, but their past partners (Mel & Rusty) serve as a problem - Mel's pregnancy comes out - Alan gets J & Tom to do his bidding - Jeffery's jealousy continues to be problem, pushing Reva towards Josh - Julie Camaletti is returns to Springfield thanks to Edmund - One cousin falls for another cousin's spouse - Dinah gets a stalker - Dinah/Mallet/Shayne/Marina quad is shaken up - A pair of childhood friends fall into bed creating a scandal - The Diamondhead Organization strikes with Vanessa & Olivia being the victims - Billy finds love

INT. SPAULDING ENTERPRISES (HALL) Open up on Vanessa walking down the hallway with her face buried in some documents. J enters from a side door, and not noticing Vanessa, bumps into her. Vanessa: J? J: Hey, Aunt Vanessa. Vanessa: Honey, were you looking for me? J: Um . . . uh no. I was actually here to see Alan. Vanessa: Alan? On Vanessa desiring to know why, CUT TO INT. COMPANY Buzz comes from the kitchen with a plate and brings it Harley, who sips on her coffee. Buzz: Your order is here, my favorite customer. Harley: (laughs) Do you say that Frank and Rocky too? Buzz: (sitting across from her) No . . . Harley eyes him, letting him know that she knows otherwise. Buzz: Alright so I do. Harley: I thought so, and where is Rocky anyways? Buzz: Went somewhere with Trista. Harley: Hmm. . . interesting. Those two have gotten really close as of late. Buzz: They have. She really balances him, you know. She helps him with the Lillian situation. Harley: Glad to hear that. I'd hate to have to watch you choose between your happiness or Rocky's feelings. Buzz: True. Speaking of happiness, what about you? Harley stops taking a sip of her tea and glances at Buzz. Harley: Huh? Buzz: You heard me. What about your love life? Any new man that I should be grilling? Harley: No. Nor will there be. I think that I am done with love. QUICK FLASH Harley has a vision of a man, whose face we can't see, rubbing his hand against her cheek, lovingly. END FLASH Buzz: Aww c'mon, sweetheart. For all you know, your future husband could be the next thing to walk into that door. Buzz points at the entrance as the door swings open. In walks Alan Michael. Harley fixedly stares at Buzz, as he drops his head. CUT TO INT. HAWK'S APARTMENT Trista and Rocky enter bearing groceries. Rocky takes them off Trista's hands, as she removes her coat and hangs it up. Trista: Grandpa! We're here! Emerging from the kitchen swing door is Laurel. She is p*ssed off. Hawk creeps out behind her, nervous. Trista is befuddled. Laurel: Calling him Grandpa already? Trista: Mom, I can explain-- Laurel: You d*mn well better! What the h*ll are you doing here in Springfield! Trista, with hands on her hips, looks at her mother as if she is serious for asking such a dumb question, and CUT TO INT. TRAILER Reva still holds Josh by the face, forcing him to look into her eyes. Reva: What is it, Bud? What is going on? Just as Josh is about to divulge the truth, in walks Jeffery. Jeffery: Hey, Reva-- Reva lets go of Josh's face. Josh rises. He and Reva both look at Jeffery. Jeffery realizes he's walked into something. And on a tense, uncomfortable moment between this trio . . . FADE INTO INT. TRAILER Picking up where we left off -- a tense moment between these three. Jeffery: Am I interrupting something? Josh: No. Jeffery: You sure? Do I need to go back outside and wait for you two to finish? Reva: Jeffery! Josh: (overlapping) And here we go . . . Jeffery: Yes! Here we go with the two of you always together! Josh: And you always overreacting. Reva: (mediating) Joshua, hold on. Josh: No, Reva! It's clear that he doesn't trust you. (to Jeffery) What? You think we're sleeping together? Jeffery: Did I say that? Josh: Oh I'm sure it's on your mind. A beautiful, vibrant woman like Reva. Our history. The kids we share. We must be sleeping together!! Reva: Stop being facetious, Bud! Josh: (pointing out) See! See! She still calls me Bud! Oh we must be sleeping together! Jeffery: Shut up, Josh. . . Josh: Just get over it, Jeffery. Reva will never get me out of her system, and vice versa! You're just temporary. Reva: Joshua! Jeffery furiously grabs Josh by the collar of his shirt and shakes him. Jeffery: You son of a b*tch! You can take this job and shove it up you a**! Reva quits! Reva: I am doing what? Jeffery: You're quitting! Reva: I don't think so . No one tells Reva Shayne what to do. Not even you. On Jeffery stunned by Reva going against his wishes. CUT TO INT. SPAULDING ENTERPRISES (VANESSA'S OFFICE) Vanessa sits at her desk with J and Tom (too) sitting across from her. Vanessa: So what did Alan hire you for? Tom: Security. He wants us to protect him and his family. Vanessa: Well you're going to quit it, today. J & Tom: What!! Vanessa: You both heard me. You're quitting this job. Tom: Why? Vanessa: (to J) Because your father would ring my neck if I allowed you to work for Alan. (to Tom) And your parents aren't his biggest fans either. And I personally cannot allow it. Anyone that gets involved with Alan finds themselves in a world of trouble. J: Yet you work for him. Vanessa: That's different. I know how to handle Alan. Tom: And who says that we can't? We're just bodyguards, that's all. It's similar to being on the police force, which we use to do by the way. Vanessa: Do you know what for? From what? J: Something about something involving his missing nephew, Nick -- Alexandra. He feared she'd be the next target. Alan knocks on Vanessa's door, which is glass by the way. He signals the boy to come here. The boys prepare to get up when: Vanessa: Don't you move. I got this. They ease back down in their seats as Vanessa crosses over into INT. HALLWAY and she closes the door behind her and pulls Alan off the side, out of the view of J and Tom. Vanessa: What do you think you're doing? Alan: Getting my security. Now could you move? Alan gently moves Vanessa out the way, but she slides right back in front of him. Vanessa: You're going to fire them. Alan: I'm going to do what? Vanessa: I said fire them. Alan: If anyone is about to get a pink slip, it's not them. It's you. Vanessa: You couldn't get rid of me if you tried. You might fire me; however, I'll still have a seat on the board, and you know how persuasive I can be. Alan: What is the problem, Vanessa? Vanessa: You are the problem. I know you, Alan. The games that you play, the people that you use. I'm not going to allow you to use my nephew and his cousin to do your deeds. Alan: And what deeds would that be, Vanessa? Vanessa: You tell me. Suddenly, Tom and J lift Vanessa up and put her back into her office, closing the door. J: You ready, Mr. Spaulding. Alan: Yes. J, Tom, and Alan head down the wall. Vanessa rushes back into the hall, watching them. Vanessa: I'm not going to allow you to do this, Alan! Do you hear me?! (to self) I gotta call Quinton. On Vanessa rushing back into her office, CUT TO INT. HAWK'S APT (KITCHEN/LIVING ROOM) Rocky and Hawk stand by the door listening on as Trista and Laurel yell. Rocky: Should we break it up? Hawk: No, sir. This is long overdue. This needs to happen. Rocky and Hawk continue to listen on as, In the living room, Laurel and Trista square off. Laurel: You're coming home! Trista: I am home! Laurel: This is not your home! Trista: It is now! I have family here! Friends! A guy that I care for and happen to love! Rocky smiles as he still listens. Laurel: Oh please. You're too young to know what "love" is. Trista: Says who? You? Laurel: Yes, me! Trista: Just because your relationship with Dad went to h*ll in a handbasket doesn't mean mine will. Laurel: (calming down) Please listen to me . . . please. You don't wanna do this. Trista: Do what? Get to know my father. The same father that you swore up and down you'd introduce to me when I was 18. Guess what, I'm 18! Laurel: I know I said that, but-- Trista: But what? Why are you so against me knowing my family? Why? Laurel: I'm not! I just don't think that now is the time. Trista: Then when? A year? Two? Eighteen more? Laurel: I didn't say that. Trista: Then when? Laurel: Just not now. Trista: Well thank God I no longer have to take order from you. I'm grown. I can do as I please. Laurel: As long as a breath is in me, you'll do as I say! Trista: Not this time. Trista goes to walk away when Laurel grabs her by the arm. Laurel: We're going back to Atlanta! Trista: You are! Not me! Trista snatches away and heads towards the kitchen. Laurel: Trista! KNOCK! KNOCK! Rusty (OC): Hey, Dad? You home? What's going on in there? Laurel starts to panic. Trista grins. On the two exchanges glances, CUT TO INT. COURTHOUSE Leah, Rick, and Mel wait in lobby. An Assistant District Attorney taps Mel on the shoulder and signals her into the judges quarters. She and Rick get up and head into the judges quarters, leaving Leah alone. Bending around the corner with a ticket in his hand is Jason. He notices Leah sitting alone, solemn. Jason: Bingo . . . On Jason with a maniacal grin, CUT TO INT. COMPANY Alan Michael and Harley are now sitting together. Alan Michael holds a pad in hand, looking like he is trying to get something out of Harley. We enter mid convo: Harley: If this is so you can get a story for WSPR, you're not going to get it. AM: Aww c'mon, Harley. Why are you so tight lipped about the investigation? Harley: Because it is still on going. Don't you get that? AM: See . . . that's was the problem with your marriage. Harley: What? AM: You being so stubborn. One thing I use to hate about you. Harley: Like your smarmy ways? AM: That's the Spaulding in me. Harley: Oh I know. I was a Spaulding three times you know. AM: Oh I know, which is why out of some weird loyalty, you should tell me something. Anything about the bank robbery the other day. Any suspects? Evidence the department has stumble upon. Anything! Harley: No. I'm not telling you anything. AM: Fine. (joking) Just break my heart all over again. Harley: (laughing) Get a grip, Alan Michael. AM: Oh! You smiled! That's a first in a long time! Harley playfully smacks him on the arm. Harley: It has. . . thanks. AM: No problem. Now what about-- Harley: Don't even try it. On Harley and Alan Michael sharing a smile, CUT TO INT. PLANE A shot of a man's hand holding a picture of Harley. We pull back reveal that it is John Hu. John: Can't wait to see you again, beautiful. John kisses the picture and holds it close to his heart, and FADE OUT COMING UP ON TGL: THEGUIDINGLIGHT - Jason gain in ally in Leah - Rafe comes home - Blake & Kevin clash over his dream - John Hu has ties to many of Springfield's women - Pilar returns home & wants Bill - Michelle continues to fall victim of the "Bauer Curse" - Tiara and Remy get closer - Rusty learns the truth about Trista - Cassie starts her search for her father - Laurel and Rick connect, but their past partners (Mel & Rusty) serve as a problem - Mel's pregnancy comes out - Alan gets J & Tom to do his bidding - Jeffery's jealousy continues to be problem, pushing Reva towards Josh - Julie Camaletti is returns to Springfield thanks to Edmund - One cousin falls for another cousin's spouse - Dinah gets a stalker - Dinah/Mallet/Shayne/Marina quad is shaken up - A pair of childhood friends fall into bed creating a scandal - The Diamondhead Organization strikes with Vanessa & Olivia being the victims - Billy finds love

INT. JACK/CARLY (BEDROOM) We come in on Jack and Carly lying in bed asleep. Carly lies peacefully. A close up shot on Jack, who tosses and turns (without managing to awaken Carly). Voice: Jack . . .! Jack . . .! Jack awakens to see Deloris standing at the foot of the bed. She has a glowing aura about her -- it's apparent that she's an apparition. Jack: Mom! Deloris: Jack . . .! Jack . . .! Help me! Deloris holds her hands out to Jack, who tries to reaches her but can't as she seems to get farther and father away from him. Jack: Mom! Wait, what is it? Deloris: Jack . . .! Deloris points to his badge that sits on the nightstand. Jack glances at it and now at Deloris again, who has blood on her white gown. Deloris touches the blood and looks at it before showing her now bloody hands to Jack. Deloris: Help me . . . Jack: I don't know what you are saying? Mom! . . . Mom! Deloris lets out a piercing scream, and Jack awakens, drench in sweat and breathing heavily. Carly wakes up too. Carly: Jack? Honey, you alright? Jack looks over at his badge on the nightstand. A shot of the badge and then a shot of Jack wiping the sweat, clearly shaken, FADE TO FADE IN INT. JACK/CARLY (DINING ROOM) Jack sits at the table eating his food. Carly, still worried, walks over and pours more juice into his glass. Carly eyes him, looking for answer, then Jack: What? Carly: You tell me. Jack: I have no idea what you're talking about. Carly: Last night. You waking me up. How about starting there? Jack: I . . . I just had a bad dream. Carly grabs a seat next to him. Carly: Care to share? Jack flashes back to his mother holding her bloody hands out to him for help. Jack: What are you, a dream interpreter now? Carly: Did I say I was? Jack: No. Carly: OK then. I was just worried as you woke up like you've seen a ghost or something. Jack: Carly . . . We hear Baby Nora cry in the background. Carly: Hold that thought. Carly gets up and starts up the stairs. Jack: No need. I have to head to the station. Carly: Jack! Jack: Carly, the baby! Carly: Ugh! Carly exits up the stairs. Jack grabs his badge and heads for the door, and opens it, nearly colliding into JJ, still in his pajamas. He has a stack of mail in his hands. Jack: What are you doing up this early? JJ: Uh . . . Thought I'd get the mail. Jack reaches for the mail and JJ snatches away. JJ : No, Dad! Jack: JJ, give the mail. JJ: (seeing badge in Jack's hand) Aren't you running late? Jack: Yeah. Just give the mail to your mom. JJ: I will. Jack runs off. JJ closes the door and quickly goes through the mail until the gets to a letter from his school. He rips it opens to see it's another letter informing them that JJ has been expelled. JJ: (mumbling) Mom and Dad are going to kill me. Parker (OC): They sure are . . . JJ nearly jumps out of his skin. He turns to see Parker standing behind him at the bottom of the stairs, grinning. JJ: You are just loving this, aren't you? Parker: Yep. If you'd just tell Mom and Dad-- JJ: I'm not telling them anything and neither are you! Parker, still donning a grin, walks over to JJ and takes the rest of the mail. Parker: Of course not. I enjoy watching you squirm anyways. JJ: Don't you have something better to do like pine over Liberty? Parker: Shut up! Carly (OC): Boys! JJ hides the letter behind his back. Carly comes downstairs holding Nora. Carly: Boys, can you watch Nora today for me? Parker: Can't. I have SAT prep today, but JJ can. JJ: What?! Parker tugs at the letter behind JJ's back, reminding him that he could always feed his brother to the wolves. JJ, knowing he's in a predicament, caves in. JJ: I'll do it. Carly: Thanks, JJ. Don't worry as Sage will be home around 2:00 after cheerleading camp is over. (notices mail) Is that it? JJ: (eyeing Parker) Yeah . . . That's it. Carly takes the mail and heads into the kitchen, while handing Nora to Parker. Parker: Don't test me, JJ. On JJ at his wits end, CUT TO INT. MONA LISA Lucinda and Luke are seated, having breakfast. Coming in mid convo: Lucinda: I can't believe that you didn't want to come stay at the house with me and John, darling. Luke: Well you know that Noah is back in town. Lucinda: He could've stayed there too. There are plenty of rooms. Luke: Seeing as out relationship is back on, I doubt we'd want to be apart if you know what I mean. Lucinda: I don't. Luke: Then I think we should stay here for now. Lucinda: Why? Luke: Well Mom and Lisa gave us a discount-- Lucinda: Ooo. . . that woman! I should've known. Luke: Grandma, calm down. Lucinda: I should've known that she was one who convinced you stay here. I think she has out for me. Luke: I think you're just being delusional. Lucinda: Oh please, darling. The woman has wanted John ever since he moved back to Oakdale and got back with me. Luke: I seriously doubt that a glamorous woman like Lisa would want John. Lucinda: Glamorous? (tuts) That old bag. . . Lucinda takes a sip of her tea. Lisa (OC): Luke! Ole' Lucy girl! Lucinda nearly chokes on her tea. Lisa advances towards their table. Lisa: Morning. You guys enjoying the breakfast? Lucinda: I was until you arrived. Luke: Well I think it's lovely. . . Lisa ignores what Luke said as her attention (well claws) is focused on Lucinda. Lisa: Guess that Midol I handed you a few weeks didn't help. Oh! My bad! I fail to forget that you're OLE LUCY not young Lucy. You must be going through menopause . . . Lucinda: Excuse me! How dare you?! Luke: You guys. . . Lucinda: (to Luke) Hush, Darling. (to Lisa) You are trash, lady. And I use the word "lady" very loosely when it comes to you. Lisa laughs. Lisa: Is that all you got? Lucinda: I've barely begun with you. Carter (OC): Ms. Walsh? Mrs. Grimaldi? I didn't know you two knew each other. Lisa and Lucinda to see Carter standing behind them. Lisa: Carter! Lucinda: (off what Lisa said) Carter?! You already calling the man by his first name? Carter: Oh that's fine. We're all the same age here. Lisa: I don't know about that. . . Maybe WE are but that thing there . . . (pointing to Lucinda) . . . she's definitely a century or two. Luke covers his mouth to prevent from laughing. Carter smiles, amused, but even more impressed by Lisa's sassy personality. Lucinda: Mr. Wallace, you'll have to excuse this she-beast. She is as crass as they come. Please have a seat. Carter: (eyeing Lisa) Nothing wrong with being a little crass. Lisa looks back Carter, seductively. She likes this man. She wants to know more about him . . . Lucinda: (clear throat) Honey, that stunt you're trying to pull is tired. Just like you are. Now if you'll please excuse us, as I am funding Mr. Wallace's campaign, and go fetch us so more coffee . . . Lucinda hands Lisa the empty tea kettle. A smug grin comes across to Lucinda's face. Lucinda: Be a good hostess. OK, darling? Lisa: Go fetch you're own d*mn coffee. And while you're doing that, go get those crow's feet check out. Like a tree's rings, they're telling your age, Lucy. Lucinda gasps. Lucy tosses her hair and sashays off. Lucinda: (to Luke, touching her eyes) Is it that bad? On Luke searching for something to say, CUT TO INT. OAKDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT Margo peeks out of her office when Jack enters. Margo: Jack! Jack turns as Margo signals him to come into her office. INT. MARGO'S OFFICE Jack: What's up? Margo: I thought that you would want to see this. Margo hands him a paper. Jack: What is it? Margo: Something about your mother's death. I thought you'd want to look at it. Jack reads the paper. He then looks at Margo not believing a word of what is on the paper. Jack: Overdose . . .? (handing back to Margo) This has to be a mistake. Margo: It isn't. I spoke the the Chief of Police, and he wanted me to tell you that your mother's death was no accident. They're are officially declaring your mother's death as a murder, Jack. Jack: But the hospital staff . . . I--I talked to them all of the time. They all loved my mother. Margo: Well they are saying that there is no way that your mother could've been injected that much insulin. Not by a staff member anyways. This was intentional. Jack: What about her log? Her visitors log? Margo: They said they're looking into it . . . Jack's mind starts to wander off -- he's again picturing his mother holding her bloody hands out to him for help. Margo: Jack . . . Jack: (coming to) Sorry. Margo: You alright. Jack: I will be. Excuse me, Margo. Margo nods, giving him the OK. Jack excuses himself and closes the door behind him. His knees nearly buckling from underneath him, Jack leans up against the wall and starts to sob. Jack: What the h*ll is going on? Murder? Jack looks down at his badge, clipped to his belt. Jack: Is this what you were trying to tell me? Jack wipes the tears from his eyes and turns to see a vision of his mother advancing towards him, bloody. She is holding hands out to him for help. Deloris: Jack . . .! Jack . . .! On Jack nearly losing it, FADE OUT