Robin is excited about getting out of the hospital soon and she is subpoenaed by the prosecution. Ned tries to convince Jason to stop the strike, Jason again says no, not until he gets what he wants, and Ned says yeah, ok. Nik reads to Robin in French, they discuss fairy tales and their meaning in real life. She thanks him for telling Jason about what happened that day in the park. Robin agrees to a hike and picnic with Nik. Nik leaves and meets Jason outside her room. Nik thanks Jason for saving his life and Jason says that Luke helped too. Robin comes out after Nik leaves and talks to Jason, just chit chat. She invites him to stay but he claims prior commitments. At the "cottage", Brenda comes in with Robin. She bubbles over the flowers but Robin is thinking about other things. She doesn't want to testify against Tony. If she tells the facts, Tony will probably spend the rest of his life in prison. Brenda tries to talk sense into her but Robin says Tony felt horrible putting her in that position. "Not horrible enough to let you go." The phone rings. It's Jax. Brenda is going to stick around while Robin talks to Dara but Robin tells her it's confidential and to go.
Dara arrives and Robin tells her she doesn't want to testify. "I won't." Dara enlightens her on the justice system and informs her she could go to jail. Dara leaves for court. Robin enters the courthouse and Emily asks if she's nervous and they chat about testifying. Bobbie and Dara enter and they talk about yesterday's day in court and Bobbie restates her disbelief at Felicia testifying for Tony's character. Mac and Felicia enter and chat with Robin about his new job. She congratulates him. Everyone assembles in the courtroom and Tony's brought in. Carly and Jason wish Robin luck: "Crucify him..." Carly says to Robin. "Just tell the truth" Jason adds. Felicia testifies about how Tony decided to give Maxie BJ's heart, and that was a heroic decision. Dara insinuates that was a sign that Tony's not insane. Robin takes the stand, and Dara asks the judge to regard Robin as a hostile witness, bringing looks of surprise from those in the courtroom. Robin testifies that Tony wasn't thinking straight and didn't mean to hurt anyone; (she continues talking over Dara's objections...) and that he tried to 'save' Michael because he had lost BJ. The courtroom reacts, and the judge calls for order. The judge warns Robin that she's close to contempt. Dara has no further questions. Ms Huston (Tony's lawyer) asks Robin if Tony was emotionally distraught and Robin agrees that he was. Tony is clearly not pleased with Huston's line of questioning. Robin's testimony ends. Helena accosts Robin in the hall and asks about her testimony. Brenda walks in and Robin leaves without answering Helena. Bobbie testifies that she's afraid of Tony because he was ready to steal Lucas too. She goes on to say that Robin could've died from the pneumonia and that Robin is deceiving herself. Bobbie says she lost BJ too but not every parent that loses a child becomes a kidnapper and then proceeds to rant on and on about how Tony has no right to use BJ as an excuse until Tony's lawyer objects. "Finally," Tony says. Dara is finished questioning Bobbie and Ms. Huston asks if Tony had ever shown signs of becoming a kidnapper prior to that incident. Bobbie says "no". Tony is not happy that his lawyer is obviously pursuing an insanity defense and the trial is over for the day. When Tony is being led out, Helena reminds Tony that "she's still here". "Get me out of here," he replies. Helena calls Alexis on her cell phone and tells her to get Tony off. Felicia and Robin exchange encouraging words. Robin apologizes to Mac, who says her testimony was okay, as long as it's the truth. Justus then tells Jason that Robin really hurt the case against Tony. Carly accosts Robin and asks her why she did it. Bobbie pleads with Jason in the hallway to talk some sense to Robin, but he won't intervene.
Carly continues, where does Robin get off defending Tony? He acts like the baby is his! Well, who first that idea in his head, Robin replies. The blame can be laid at Carly's door. She was the one who tricked him in the first place. Robin tells her that Michael's life is being built on a bed of lies. Carly responds that Robin is just jealous of her baby, since Robin and Jason can't make one of their own. Jason overhears this and is most displeased. Carly is instructed to lay off Robin, and Carly is snotty about him "taking Robin's side". But she follows him meekly enough when he orders her home with him. Bobbie gently reminds Robin, who wipes away a tear, of the terrible hurt Tony inflicted on so many of them. She urges the girl to rethink her testimony when's she's called again to the stand. Jason returns and tries to understand Robin's explanations for defending Tony. But he can't, after all Tony's a kidnapper. Well, Robin reasons, couldn't Jason himself be termed that, since he's keeping AJ's son away from him? Jason can't see the similarity between him and Tony, but it makes no difference anyway. Whatever happens to Tony, he claims, will happen.
Felicia and Robin support each other reminding themselves that they did the right thing. They remember who the real Tony Jones is while others want to just throw him away. Felicia admires Robin for showing the judge Tony's human side. The first order of the day is the judge announcing that Alexis Davis is now Tony's lawyer. A shocked buzz goes up in the courtroom. Ned looks especially perturbed. Edward yells at Alexis not to bother cleaning out her desk because they will be burning it. She's fired! Alexis confers with Tony. She doesn't think he should take the stand. If convicted he could get 40 years. That would mean no future for him. But he insists. She calls Tony to the stand. (More murmurs from the onlookers). She asks him if he was insane when he took Michael. He says no absolutely not. On the stand, Tony talks about finding out he was going to be a father. It was like a rebirth for him since he had lost his own daughter. He talks of the effects her death had on his life. His life stopped and his marriage fell apart. Even his work became simply busy work. His entire life became about grief. With Carly's child, he was given permission to live again. (Tears flow down Bobbie's cheeks as she listens.)
Tony talks about the baby's impending birth and how that impacted his life - how he planned for it. He also took care of Carly, monitored her condition and made sure all of her needs were met. Carly doesn't quite agree as she whispers to Jason, "That's ridiculous. He had me working at GH all the way up to the last minute. I was lucky I didn't have Michael on my coffee break." Tony continues that he loved Michael before he drew a single breath. Tony moves on to the breakup and Carly's announcement that Jason was the father. He thought she was lying until he found out their blood types were incompatible. He felt like he had lost another child. He also felt fear that Jason would put Michael's life in danger. He gave the example of Jason being shot in Mac's living room. Tony talks about the bodyguards - how Jason's way of life being no way to raise a child. He goes on to talk about Jason's trauma after the car accident - and the severe trauma he suffered and the brain damage. Tony insists he acted as a father would. He had no choice because he was trying to save Michael's life! (Tony had tears in his eyes through some of his testimony). Dara has no questions for Tony but reserves the right to call him later. Alexis has another witness - she calls Jason Morgan to the stand. Clearly surprised, Dara tries to fight it. Jason wasn't on the witness list or been disposed.
As Alexis and Dara fight it out, Justus tells Carly that Dara probably wants to portray Jason as an unfit parent. Jason has to take the stand. Alexis tries to get him to admit his criminal lifestyle and that his life is dangerous. She brings up the drive by shooting at Luke's, Michael's bodyguards, the fact that Jason named Michael after Sonny Corinthos, his arrest record (23 arrests). Dara objects and she has to say that the arrests were nuisance arrests and that Alexis hasn't proved that Jason is anything but a reputable business man. Justus passes a note to Taggart who passes it to Dara. It says Jason loves Michael. Get him to show it. Dara questions Jason about the prices of Michael's baby things, Michael's birth, Michael's birth defect and present health, and doctor's info. She's trying to show that Jason is an involved parent. And Jason does a good job as he explains some of his "quality" time with Michael and their bonding experiences. Every body in the court is into his testimony especially Robin, Carly and Monica. Dara's asking Jason about finding Tony. She asks him why he didn't kill Tony as the Jason that the defense described surely would have. Jason says he wasn't about to go to prison and be separated from Michael. Dara has no more questions. Both Dara and Alex rest their cases. Everybody seems confident that Dara will succeed. Jason thanks her.
Nik comes to see Robin at the courthouse. He wants to know why she's sitting around. She's puzzled that Alexis took on Tony's case. Nik wants to take her to dinner at Wyndemere. There are grilled lamb chops on the menu. Robin agrees. Mrs. Lansbury takes their coats. Katherine interrupts, of course. She tells about Devlin's murder. She's off to Deception. Robin tries to explain about her testimony but Katherine says it's just like her getting back with Stefan. "As long as you know what you're doing is right." Katherine is really sorry she can't stay for dinner. Robin and Nik look at pictures. This dinner is doomed, because then Helena comes in. Nik tells Helena off. He throws her out. They talk about fencing but it's too dangerous for her to learn to fence. Nik is showing her some moves and, again, Katherine interrupts. Robin leaves at this time.
The main action today was at the courthouse, where Tony's trial has ended. There were lots of scenes of various characters conversing in the hall or in the courtroom. First we see Carly and Jason. Throughout the episode, Jason is sending our major signals that, regardless of the outcome, he plans to take care of Dr. Jones. Carly completely misses these signals. Jason reminds her, "You just have to make it through today." She tells Jason she wants Tony to get the maximum 44 years. He tells her Tony will pay for what he's done, then scoots off to talk to Justus. There's an exchange between Robin and Jason. Robin states, "I know we both want different things today, so I can't really wish you good luck. But whatever happens, I hope you remember that Michael's safety was always the most important thing, and now we have." Jason answers evenly that Michael is safe because "Dr. Jones can't get anywhere near him. And that's not going to change."
Robin and Felicia remind one another that they did the right thing. Robin realizes this is a minority opinion: "Do you know how many people are going to hate us if Tony gets a light sentence?" Felicia: "well, sometimes being true to yourself carries a price tag." Later, as we cut back and forth between Monica and Bobbie talking in the background and Robin and Felicia talking in the foreground. The topic for both conversations is Tony, and the contrasting views could not be further apart. Bobbie to Monica: "Tony Jones is a criminal." Robin to Felicia: "He's a good man." Felicia : "It's out of our hands now. All we can do is pray." Finally, Tony enters the courtroom, looking menacing. He shoots a mocking look at Carly. The judge enters, says he'll render a verdict, and warns against courtroom interruptions. Defense has offered a plea, we learn, of second-degree custodial interference and the prosecution has agreed to that plea. There's a one-year maximum sentence. No mention is made of the kidnapping of Robin. Everyone is stunned, especially Carly. She sputters to Jason that they've ignored the evidence. Evidence had nothing to do with it, he says. "Someone got to Dara Jansen." There's a brief recess before the judge hears arguments about sentencing. There is much grumbling in the court, and Carly grows increasingly upset. Jason says," After we hear the sentence, I may have to go make some arrangements, and I want you to stay here." Apparently, however, it never dawns on Carly what Jason has in mind.
Alexis beseeches the court not to send Tony to jail, since his only crime, she says with a straight face, "is loving a child too well." Dara concurs, and agrees to a sentence of community service. Everyone is shocked, and there is much gavel banging. Sentenced to one year of community service, Tony grins at Carly from across the room. Jason rushes away, saying, "Come on, Justus." Carly is left alone, shocked to the core. "No, no, no," she repeats like a mantra, tears glistening in her eyes in a way that makes her look positively possessed. They framed a tableau of Felicia hugging Tony while Robin looks on, smiling. Everyone is standing around in little groups, except Carly, who is all alone and in tears. Tony looks directly at her as Robin takes her turn hugging his neck, and grins smugly. Carly can't take it, the kidnapper of her baby being congratulated by the woman Jason loves, the woman he held hostage and deprived of her HIV cocktail, while he celebrates being a free man. Tony shows no remorse whatsoever, and no one is talking about psychiatric counseling anymore. Tears glistening in her eyes, Carly starts toward Tony. "You bastard!" Taggert steps in front of her, and pushes her back.
But then Mac calls to Taggert, he turns to see what Mac wants, and Carly grabs Taggert's gun. This is the week's cliffhanger, as she fires it at Tony. Tony falls. Alexis and Monica rush to him, ripping open his shirt to tend his wound. Jason grabs Carly's hand. She grips the gun in shock. "They were going to let him go, Jason." "Let go, Carly," he tells her. "Let go of the gun." He pulls it from her hand. Mac takes charge and clears the room. "Bobbie, I need you now!" Monica shouts. Bobbie hesitates, then joins Monica, kneeling over Tony's form. Alexis steps back, staring at the blood on her hands. Edward thinks they should strike while the proverbial iron is hot and make their move to take custody of Michael. Em and Ned pledge their determination to undermine any such effort. Robin overhears and tells everyone what a wonderful father Jason is.
Nik meets Robin at the Outback for breakfast. They have a snappy dialogue concerning who will pay for the meal. Sarah arrives at Outback, and glares at Robin. When Nik get called away she lays into Robin for stealing her boyfriend. Robin tries to tell her that they are just friends. Bobbie sees it as a very hopeful sign. Robin and Nik discuss Sarah and argue again about who will pay.
Tony is in his hospital bed, having nightmares about Jason. Robin comes in. He is annoyed that no one comes to visit him. She would like him to promise not to try to kidnap Michael any more. He says he'll forgive her, because she's obviously besotted with Jason, but Jason will end up killing her. Robin can't believe Tony still believes he did the right thing. Robin tells him that Jason does indeed know right from wrong. Tony tells her Jason threatened him.
Later she runs into Jason at the Penthouse. She has been feeding Michael. She tells Jason about seeing Tony and tells Jason he was wrong to threaten Tony. "Promise you won't hurt Tony." "Call me if you need help." Robin offers.
Nikolas is at the Grille, smoothly ordering a dinner for two. Robin enters and joins Nikolas at his table. He tells her he's waiting for his Jaguar to be serviced and thought he'd wait with Robin. she didn't realize the invitation was for dinner but lets Nik convince her that the errand she has to run can wait. We move to Nik and Robin's table yes, it seems he did take the liberty of ordering for her. Robin wants to be sure that Nik did not break up with Sarah on her account. He explains that he did not, but because he and Sarah were raised in different worlds. She assumes that's a common problem for him. He agrees, and says, "That's why I was so happy to meet you." She wants to know, before they go any further, what he has in mind for the two of them, and he claims he isn't really sure yet. She feels she should make clear that "I am not completely free of emotional ties." "Jason?" he asks. "The woman that Jason lived with was sent away and in some ways I feel responsible for that. So now Jason is a single parent and," sheepishly, playing with her fingers," I kinda offered to help him." Nik asks "So where does this put the two of you?" presumably Jason and Robin. Instead of answering, Robin gives him a blank look.
Robin meets Nik for breakfast. They make small talk until Robin spies a newspaper headline "CRIME LORD AND MODEL IN PLANE CRASH!" Nik comforts Robin . She asks Nik to drive her somewhere -- she's too upset. Robin arrives at Jason's. She and Monica exchange well wishes. Robin wants to see Michael and explain why his father isn't there. Justus thinks Nik needs to get Robin out of there before she has to witness Michael being snatched from his home by Edward Quartermaine.
At the Police Department, Felicia brings food. She says they'll find Brenda. Jax describes the area and the dangers. Robin overhears. Jax apologizes. Robin tells Felicia that she's made a mistake. She was afraid of losing Jason, and now look she's lost him. She keeps forgetting that she's alive. She swears she's going to take the chance to be together if she gets it. Brenda and Jason talk about Robin and how she's afraid of Jason's life. Jason finally understands how she feels, after being afraid when Michael was kidnapped. He never wants Robin to have to feel that way again. "You do love her," Brenda says. "I'll love her forever," Jason replies. Brenda can relate to that feeling when "someone comes into your life and makes you better than you thought you could ever be. Jax did that for me." The sound of a helicopter above them draws their attention. They scream and yell to alert it of their presence. Jax's voice is calling for them. Jax and Brenda embrace as he finds the two survivors. (Note: I do have all of Jason & Brenda stranded after the plane crash on the Carly & Jason tape #9 and the Brenda 1993 tape #2.)
Robin tells Brenda she wants to get back with Jason, if he wants her. She is ready complete will birth control and disease protection. Robin doesn't want to make all the decisions in their relationship any more. Brenda is fairly supportive by worried. Robin goes to see Jason but he has already left for PR. Robin visits Nik to make sure he knows that she loves Jason and wants a future with him. Nik takes the news stoically. She says she'd love to be his guest for the party but won't be his *date.*
Robin makes herself at home at Jason's place, making small talk with Graciella and carrying her purse full of safe sex materials into Jason's bedroom. She wakes Jason, perches on the side of his bed and announces that she loves him and always will. She apologizes for hurting him and tells him she's ready to make love. Jason blinks his eyes a lot to indicate that he's startled. It won't be different. He's in the organization. She says she knows, and accepts, his life. He tells her, "I never hoped for this. I never thought it could happen." Then they begin to kiss. Robin and Jason continue to kiss, and then she pulls out her purse. Jason is surprised again: "You want to have sex?" Yes, she does if he does. They discuss safe sex, and she reminds him that while she'll make intercourse as safe for him as possible, there is no guarantee that there is no possibility of transmitting the virus to him. It's a choice he must make, and he does. There's more kissing. Later, Jason shares "I'd rather be away from you than hurt you. This life is going to be hard. Guards around all the time. You have to leave when I tell you to leave. You can't ask questions. Brenda thought she could do it, but she drove Sonny crazy. That's understandable because she was afraid all the time." It's nice to hear Jason indicate some understanding of Brenda's point of view. Jason and Robin looking quite the little family in the penthouse, Robin is carrying Michael down the stairs, grinning. There's a knock at the door, Jason answers, and it's Sonny, looking drop-dead gorgeous with a mustache and goatee! He hugs Robin and meets baby Michael. They catch him up to speed on all the events he missed, and he almost blows his stack when he learns of Tony's kidnapping escapade. Robin makes him promise not to try to get even with Tony. Robin disappears to rustle up some eats while they talk. Sonny tells Jason that their enemies are moving in on them. He tells them both that he owns a casino now in a warmer climate. Sonny also marvels at the change in Jason, compared to his former self, and Robin credits that to the baby. When Jason takes the child upstairs, Robin fills Sonny in on a few more things, like Brenda's nervous breakdown. Sonny reacts with disbelief and guilt. Robin tells him that he must never go back to her. Sonny swears that is not his intention. She tells him that Brenda is better now, and that she's Malibu now with Jax. They're in love and happy at last. Later, Jason tell Sonny how he's REALLY Michael's father , even though he had nothing to do with the conception. Sonny says even more reason to take care that their enemy, Carlos, plans to move against them. Jerry once again meets up with the Mystery Guy, who in an accidence, turns out to be none other than Carlos, the very same bad guy that they were discussing in the last scene! Carlos mumbles some more threats as Jerry makes more vague promises.
Mac and Felicia return from their camping trip to a beaming Maxie, Georgie and Robin, who are all just bursting with plans for the upcoming nuptials. When the younger set leave the room, they get into another one of their patented should-they-or-shouldn't-they tell the truth debates. The girls wander back in to show the couple the wedding gown that Maxie designed Barbie size. She then pulls Mac out, and Robin and Filly get into girl talk, and Robin spills the news about her renewed relationship with Jason. Felicia tries to warn her young friend that Carly might take lightly to Robin's presence in not just Jason's, but Michael's life but Robin was unconcerned. Carly was, after all in the loony bin, and might be sent to jail, anyhow. Felicia again warns her to be careful, they call Carly a witch and giggle. Mac re-enters with Maxie and a silly mask. They discuss their dating plans for the ball and July 17th is mentioned for M & F's wedding date.
Robin and Nik enter the Bacchanalia. Compliments are exchanged. The dock, Nik announces, is lined with limos. The other guests arrive. Robin tells Katherine she has always admired and loved her. The guests applaud as Stefan presents Katherine, they waltz. Robin asks Nik if Stefan is really a romantic. Does he really love Katherine? Nik: "Look at the way he looks at her!" Robin goes to see Brenda. Bobbie tells Nik she misses him, and they hug. Brenda has to tell Robin about the engagement. Robin: "You guys are doing it, right?" Brenda: "YES! We're also getting married!!" Stefan makes the announcement as he gives Kat the ring. Nik asks Robin to dance. Edward spies a wistful Emily watching Nik and Robin, and suggests that she cut in. Emily balks at the idea, so Edward cuts in, dancing with Robin and freeing Nik for Emily. With AJ's continued prodding, Emily finally approaches Nik, but, instead of asking him to dance, she asks him where Alan is.
Later up on the balcony, Kat approaches the parapet while arguing with Laura (not shown but Kat has seen the portrait of Laura looking much as Kat does this evening in the dress Stefan provided and realizes she is a substitute Laura). Stefan insists that none of that matters that he really loves Kat. Kat backs up against the loosened railing and falls to the ground below and lays in an unmoving heap (Luke had loosened the railing to try to take out Helena). Nik and Robin rush to her, followed by Mac. . A distraught Robin tries to call Jason so she leaves a message with Sonny.
Carly is visited by Jason and Michael. When is she getting out? she asks. She wants to see Michael more than once a week. She wants to hear what they did. Jason tells her he took Michael to the park and Michael laughed at a dog. Carly carefully asks about Robin. She tells Jason that Bobbie could take care of Michael is having him around is a problem for Jason. She reminds Jason that Robin fought for Tony. The longer she's in there the worse it gets. She will practice being patient. Later, at the hospital, Robin asks about Carly. Jason tells her Carly is worried. Robin looks sad for a minute, but then they make plans to spend the night together. Jason is reading to Michael from a travel book on Italy when Bobbie comes to visit. Bobbie, knowing of Carly's fears about being replaced by Robin in her son's heart, gently reminds Jason that Carly is Michael's mother. Jason assures her that he is doing everything to keep Carly alive for Michael. He won't let him forget her. Bobbie thinks it's time Jason start planning for the future and thinking about problems that may arise once Carly is freed. Bobbie knows that Carly has developed feelings for Jason beyond their friendship, and she tells him so. Carly wants with him what he has with Robin. It's clear this hasn't occurred to Jason!
Jason explains that all he and Carly do is fight when they have sex and he doesn't want Michael exposed to that. He will stand by the deal they made when Carly showed up at his door asking for help. (Bobbie seems a little puzzled at how Jason put this.) His relationship with Robin won't change that. Jason seems to think that when Carly is released she'll just move in with him and Robin but Bobbie explains that it's highly unlikely that the arrangement will work, for anyone! Jason asks "Why, there's plenty of room Bobbie?" She responds, "For two bodies maybe, but not for two hearts." Bobbie knows someone will end up being hurt and she thinks that someone is Robin. He's not going to be able to have Robin, Carly and Michael all living in the house with everyone living happily ever after. Robin's attachment to Michael is growing everyday and there won't be a simple solution when Carly comes home. She tells him to start thinking about it.
Robin is at the PD to offer her support to Nik after Stefan's arrest for Kat's murder because she knows how painful to see someone she loves in jail. She offers comfort. Nik thinks Mac's involvement with Katherine in the past might stop him from getting to the truth today. Robin defends her Uncle Mac. Nik is worried about Stefan's peers judging him harshly and thinks the people have viewed the Cassadine's with suspicion and envy since they arrived. But Robin has faith in justice system. Even though Stefan comes off cold and aloof Nick says it's just the family upbringing up. They were taught not to show public displays of emotion and he fears nobody will see behind that wall. Robin cheerleads more for the justice system and Nik thanks her for all her help. She promises to be there for him if he needs her. Robin returns home. Jason is deep in thought. He has been thinking about what Bobbie has said. But Robin doesn't want to worry about the future. She wants to wait and see what life brings them this time. Robin finds out Felicia and Mac have set a wedding date. Robin comforts Nik as a friend.
Jason and Justus talk about the dock renovations, Jason wants work on the project slowed down. He mentions Carly going nuts at the asylum. Robin comes in. Jason asks about Kat's memorial service (happened off screen). Sonny calls and wants to see Jason before Carlos makes his move. Jason tells Robin he has to go out of town for business. Jason takes Michael with him so he will know the baby is safe from the Q's and Dr. Jones. Jason says goodbye. Robin wants Jason to return by the Nurse's Ball to see her perform.
Sonny's Angels (Lenore, Cindy, Maria) baby sit Michael while Jason calls Carly. He assures Carly that Michael's fine, and she assures him that his assurances are unnecessary as she trusts him. Sonny tells Jason that Carlos loaned out a lot of money 6 months ago, and now he's in the process of tracing it to the borrower. Brenda squeals at Robin and waxes rhapsodic about her trip with Jax. Robin asks about Sonny and Brenda announces that the situation is resolved. AJ walks in looking for Jason. Robin tells him Jason left town for a while and brought Michael with him. AJ reiterates that his family's various kidnapping attempts were wrong and "the baby belongs with his father." He asks if Carly would know, and then immediately apologizes for bringing up Jason's former partner. Robin says no apologies are necessary. "And Carly?" AJ asks, "Everyone's trying to do what's best for Michael" Robin replies, cryptically. Maria is taking Jason and Michael's picture. Jason wants to send it to Carly to further assure her they're okay. Sonny enters and they talk about the Q's and Carly's fear that they might try to take Michael away again. "Do you like her?" Sonny asks. "Most of the time," he replies, but also states that he loves Robin. "You're in love with one woman and have a child with another. Pretty crazy situation... not just for you but for the kid." Sonny continues "When you have a child with someone, it's a lifelong commitment."
"I can't stop being Michael's father anymore than I can stop loving Robin," says Jason. "You're in a helluva mess," says Sonny and goes on to wonder why Jason allowed Carly to lie about the baby's paternity in the first place. Jason responds that it seemed like the right thing to do at the time. He goes on to explain that Robin was in Paris, Sonny was gone, and that his life had become a little too uncluttered and ordered. He lived in one room at the penthouse, leaving the rest untouched, and the majority of his life was driven solely by the rigors of his job. Carly and Michael added a dimension that wasn't there before, and he liked it. Their conversation turns back to Sonny, who wistfully tells Jason that this was his dream, to live in a house by an ocean and to have the pick of any woman he wanted. "I make it" he says, "except for the woman part and it's my own damn fault. It's a good life," he adds, "but I'm still waiting to enjoy it."
"You hate it here," Jason observes. "No... sometimes," says Sonny. "Then come back," advises Jason, and adds that Brenda's out of danger now that they're no longer an item. Sonny says Jason can't give up his position now. It'd cost him his respect, which he worked hard to earn. Jason insists that it wouldn't matter. Sonny plays his trump card: "I'd want her back," he says, and insists that it's impossible for him to live in the same city as Brenda. They'd just fall back into old patterns and destroy each other. Sonny receives a phone call. It's his informant about the loan. Jerry Jax was the one who borrowed money from Carlos.
Brenda has brought Emily and Robin to her photo shoot in New York. Brenda thinks it would be cool to have Emily made up and then suggests that the photographer shoot some shots of her. Em is embarrassed but loves it. Back in PC, Carly has asked Robin to come visit hr. She is desperate for news that Jason and Michael are all right. Robin tells her, "that more than anyone you have ever known Jason can take care of himself." Carly responds, "So did Jimmy Hoffa!" she goes onto say that Robin doesn't have any empathy for Carly's fears, implying that Jason isn't Hoffa and has skills that Hoffa lacked. Robin tells Carly that Jason can't call due to the phones being tapped. Carly wants to know "how is it that you keep from chocking on all that smugness?" Robin retorts, "Ask them to give you a sedative Carly!"
Robin is looking for Alan, they are supposed to rehearse for their Nurse's Ball act. Brenda arrived at the hospital gym and ran into Robin, who was still looking for Alan, and wasn't feeling all that confident about Jason's absence after all.
Robin comes in. Mac wants her at their table for the Nurses' Ball. She tells him she'll be sitting with Jason. Mac wonders if he'll be back, but Robin assures him Jason will be. She tells him she's back with Jason. St. Robin defends her choice. Felicia comes in and defends Mac who has gone totally bonkers. Robin tells Felicia she's worried about Jason. Felicia leaves. Robin tells Mac she can't go back to college. Everyone is getting ready to leave for the ball, Kool and the Gang's Celebration plays as Brenda and Jax, Lucky and Liz, Justus and Robin, Taggert and Dara, Nik and Alexis, Mac, Felicia and Georgie and then, a solo Luke and Jerry leave in their fancy duds.
At the Ball, Brenda asks Robin about Jason. Robin appears worried about the fact that he isn't there. Back to the speech, Lucy says the theme for this year's ball is 'hope'. It's a celebration of everything they've achieved, yet they need to remain mindful of all the work that still needs to be done. Lucy introduces the first act. It's Jailhouse Rock starring Dara, Taggert, Liz and Lucky. Afterwards, Lucy acknowledges the sponsor but first pays tribute to Katherine Bell who the evening is dedicated to.
Meanwhile, Alan is popping pills. AJ sees him and asks if he's okay. Lucy introduces Alan and Robin performing "Someone to Watch Over Me". Alan appears distracted and then starts to falter. He misses a dance cue and Robin falls. Alan stops singing and blames Robin for the misstep. He continues to fail, and then blames the band and leaves the stage. Robin is mortified, standing on the stage all alone unsure what to do. Ned saves the day and picks up where Alan left off and they finish the number. The audience applauds while Monica and Emily look embarrassed. Emily leaves to find Alan, and Monica wants to follow, but Edward reminds her of her responsibility to present the Q-Fellowship award. Edward sends AJ after Emily. Next, Poor Emily overhears Robin and Nikolas talking about Alan, and what a disgrace it was to have him show up drunk at the ball. Ned takes over emcee position and invites those who can't afford a raffle ticket to give cash donations into the hats on the tables. He segues into introducing the next number: "Big Spender" with Brenda, Karen, Lucy and Dara.
At the end of their number, the women hold out their hats and Sonny walks in, with Jason in tow. Sonny drops a wad of cash into a hat and mouths to a stunned Brenda to come and get it. Dara rescues her and collects the hat herself. Karen, Jax and Mac take turns glaring at Sonny while Robin embraces him and Jason. Sonny sits at Jason's table with Jason and Robin. Jason asks Robin how her song was. She tells him that Alan missed a few lines and Ned stepped in to help her finish the song. They both tell her that they are sorry that they missed her performance; she's just glad that they made it to the ball and that she gets to see Sonny again. Lucy asks everyone to be seated and tells them that the show must go on, with or without electricity. She tells the audience that candlelight is more appropriate for the next part of the program the reading of witness statements. She likens the candlelight to people that one candle by itself give off a little light, but a whole group of candles can light up a whole room. That collectively, we can find a cure for AIDS/HIV. Then several people read witness statements: Edward, Bobbie, Jax, Ellen, Audrey, Nikolas, Monica and finally Robin. Lucy tells everyone that even though Stone is gone, he still touches many people's lives. She announces the new Stone Cates Memorial AIDS Wing, donated by Sonny. Lucy introduces the next act in the program, Ned and Emily performing "Power to Believe". She informs the audience that this song was first performed for Stone Cates (trivia it was sang by Miguel - Ricky Martin at a previous Nurse's Ball).
The next musical number “Thank Heaven for Little Girls” performed by Scott (with Serena and Karen), Edward (with Emily) and Mac (with Robin and Maxie). This number segues into the next one, “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”. This time it is Robin and Emily (singing “lead vocals”), accompanied by Maxie, Karen and Serena. Mac, Edward and Scott are standing off to the side of the stage, watching their “girls” proudly. Then the girls bring the men on stage and dress them up in hats and feather boas as they finish the song.
As Lucy is about to announce the next part of the program, Tony comes on stage and shocks everyone by saying: “Thank heaven for hypocrites!” Lucy pleads with Tony to get off the stage, but he takes the microphone from her, because, of course, has some things to tell everyone. He berates them all for coming to the NB only for show, all dressed up and looking like concerned citizens for one night, in order to appease their consciences. He then (verbally) attacks Jax for the strike, for being a corporate raider, etc. Next in the line of Tony's fire is Edward, Alan and the rest of the Qs. He calls them dysfunctional blackmailers, among other things. Next is Stefan, though Tony does give him as bit of a break, since Stefan will still have to face a trial. Next...Sonny and Jason, of course. He calls them big spenders stating that they financed their table at the ball with a little help from their “illegal” activities. He also remarks that Jason would have trouble counting to ten, even if you spot him 1 through 9.
To sum up, Tony claims that these above mentioned criminals are trying to purchase respectability, while everyone just blindly applauds their efforts. After listening to his tirade, Robin finally speaks up and tells Tony to sit down and as far as Jason is concerned, he came to the NB because he loves her not to win anybody's respect. Robin tries to make Tony understand that they are all there at the NB for a common goal to help fight AIDS. Then she tells him to take his hatred and leave. Tony steps off the stage and heads for the door, but not before he gives Bobbie some grief about not being able to see Lucas. Jerry suggests that he keep on walking and Tony comments to Bobbie that it didn't take her long to hook up with someone new. Then he gives her the final blow. He tells Jerry that when he gets tired of Bobbie to “try” Carly - that there is a “talent” that runs in their family. And what does Tony get from Jerry for that last remark, a punch in the face.
Nik and Lucky are arguing out on the balcony, Jason breaks up their fight. Jason asks Em how she is and then tells Lucky that this isn't the place to fight with Nik. Nikolas then goes back inside with Emily. Robin thanks Jason for coming to the NB, for staying despite Tony's ranting and raving and lastly, for stopping the fight. Jason thanks Robin for defending him and Sonny to Tony. Mike comes over to them and asks Jason if he was with Sonny the entire time he was gone. He wants to know if Sonny asked about him. Jason tells him Sonny did ask and that he told him that Mike missed him. Robin tells Jason that Sonny really hurt Mike, especially because Mike can't even know where Sonny is. Taggert walks toward them and starts making snide remarks to Jason, calling him “anger boy” , “Quarter-brain”, etc. Taggert wonders if Jason has been demoted to “messenger boy” now that “Mack Daddy Sonny” has returned to PC. Unfortunately for Taggert, Dara overhears his remarks about Jason and warns him that he shouldn't be harassing him.
Robin & Jason are at their spot, the bridge, and he apologizes for not being back in time. He knows she must have been worried. She was but knew everything would be OK. He explains that there was a last minute problem at the airport. These two are so happy. She revels in being with him now and it not being a dream. She tells him about fantasizing about him while she was in Paris. She tells him she misses riding the motorcycle with hi. He kisses her she is practically speechless. Robin tells Jason he is not like Sonny who loves to come in making his grand entrance. He loves power and manipulating people where as Jason is not about that. Jason wants to discuss the trouble that is going down with Robin but she doesn't want to hear about that right now. Jason then tells her he doesn't want to take her back to Brenda's tonight and Robin says she told Brenda not to expect her. Robin tells Sonny she doesn't need to know his business unless she is able to help him in some way. She wants to stay at the penthouse with Jason because she loves him and does not want to be apart from him. She knows they will protect her. When Jason showed up at the PD, Taggert taunted him. Then Tony showed his face, which led Jason to remind the ex-doctor that he was only alive because Robin wished it so. Jason also threatened Tony with an "accident."
An evening stroll, Sonny, Robin, and Jason are walking on the docks. They encounter a couple kissing on a bench, who turn out to be Dr. Joe Scanlon, a doctor from PC and his girlfriend, Karen, also a PC doctor but once a stripper at Sonny's club. Sonny recognizes "Kari" and speaks to her. Joe is bristling. He knows who Sonny is and he wants him far away from Karen. He lashes out at Sonny, asks Robin is she strips for him, too. That makes Sonny mad, and he tells Joe to back off. Joe doesn't. When he lunges at Sonny, Jason gets in the middle, literally. Jason reaches into his jacket saying," Back off or your surgical career will be over real fast, doctor." Sonny feels Joe is jumping to conclusions. He asks "How do you know that I wrecked it?" Karen rehashes her past with Sonny, not laying all the blame for her actions on him, as Joe had done. "He gave me the drugs to stay awake in class" and cut her off when she went too far, she says, but he did try to get her to keep stripping after she wanted to quit. Sonny whitewashes his role in her past, saying that he offered her the only job he could. It's an uneasy balancing act, as he says that he's not proud of what he did but he isn't apologizing, either. Jason interjects that Karen should not blame Sonny for her choices. She counters, "He's done it to you, too."
She reminds Jason of who he used to be Jason Q, the boy she knew, and how odd she feels when she hears talk of who he is now a man who carries a gun. Whoever Jason is now, she says, Sonny taught him to be. He didn't wake up wanting to carry a gun. She says Sonny "helped" Jason the same way he "helped" her and Stone, that Sonny "helped you become a criminal," and says the difference between her life and Jason's is "you don't have anyone to help pull you out." While she and Jason face each other, Robin watches, uncomfortable. Then Karen turns to Robin and asks how SHE can stay loyal to Sonny and pretend he never did the things she knows he did to Karen and to Brenda. Robin and Karen argue. Robin says Sonny is good because he watched Stone die, and that had to change a person. "I don't say he's perfect, I don't even say he's right. But I love him, and I am not going to apologize for that. He shouldn't have seduced you. But it's over, and it's been over for a long time, and maybe it's time for you to let it go." Karen says she thought she had let it go, until tonight, but disagrees with Robin's diagnosis that Sonny has changed. "Sonny has not changed, or he would not have done what he's done to Jason." Jason steps in again, says he's made his own choices. "Don't speak for me. I chose to do what I wanted to do. Sonny is not in charge of my life, and he wasn't in charge of yours, either."
Joe decides this is enough, and tries to get Karen to leave. She wants a final word with Sonny. She admits she was responsible for her own choices. Still, she says, "I never understood how you could be so good and so terrible at the same time." Sonny apologizes, sort of. "The only conscience I have was given to me by other people, " he explains. "My mom gave me some, Robin and Stone..." Karen is apparently moved by that, and makes an abrupt shift. She seems to be saying they need to start fresh, so she "introduces" herself all over again. "I'm a doctor now. This is Joe, my boyfriend. I can be with him..." She wishes Sonny luck, they part with smiles, although Joe stilll seems upset. Sonny is quiet after having confronted his past. The rest of the show is a well-done musical montage, set to "Iris" by the Goo-Goo Dolls. The beautiful moody lyric works very well. "I'd give up forever to touch you, cause I know that you feel me somehow. You're the closest thing to heaven that I'll ever be, and I don't want to go home right now. And all I can taste is this moment, and all I can breathe is your life. We get a shot of Jason and Robin hugging on the dock, while Sonny looks out into the distance, sadly. Close shot of Sonny, at the lyric, "When everything seems like the movies, yeah you bleed just to know you're alive. And I don't want the world to see me, 'cause I don't think that they'd understand." Jax and Brenda are making out on the couch. Jerry is working on his bomb. "Everything's made to be broken. I just want you to know how I am."
Jason is getting ready to take Michael to the park. Sonny and Jason briefly discuss the Carlos situation. Jax and Sonny are trapped in a fire set by Jerry. Jason sees the fire and rushes to the site. Robin hovers waiting to see if they are all right. She calls Brenda with the news. Robin and Jason attempt to convince Ms. Barrett to go back to the penthouse even though firefighters pronounce that no one could have lived through the inferno, she refuses to accept it. Jason tells Jerry that if he finds out Jerry is responsible for the fire that Jerry is a dead man! Just as she's about the leave with Robin, Jax and Sonny emerge from what's left of the structure. Brenda races towards the men, who both look hopeful that he'll be the one she embraces; we see Sonny's head turn to follow her progress to Jax. Mac rounds up the usual suspects for questioning, but Justus announces himself to protect the innocent. Robin takes the opportunity to place laurels over Sonny's head for getting both men out. When Mac starts to question Jason and Sonny about the fire and the contents of the warehouse, Corinthos points a finger at Taggert as the culprit.
Jason is getting Michael ready for Carly. Sonny's leaving tomorrow night through Canada. They talk about Carlos and what happened. Mike shows up to see his godson. Jason and Michael leave to see Carly. Robin arrives at Brenda's. Robin is worried about Carly's return. Brenda wonders if Jason has feelings for Carly. Robin says that no, he doesn't, but he also doesn't care that Carly uses him because he loves Michael so much. She's afraid that if Jason has to choose, he'll choose Michael. Brenda thinks that Robin shouldn't worry. But Jason will always do what's best for Michael. And if he did choose Robin, Carly would make sure he'd never see Michael again. Brenda says he could sue for joint custody, but Robin says he wouldn't do that because it wouldn't be best for Michael. Brenda says Robin has to be prepared for a battle by beat smarter and stronger and meaner. Robin thinks she has the first two covered, but not the third. If Jason loses Michael because of Robin, it'll change everything between them and she can't let that happen. Back at the penthouse, Robin and Jason kiss and discuss Carly and Michael. Robin thinks it's best for everyone if Carly comes back to the penthouse. As long as they're together it's ok with her. Later, Robin, Jason and Michael are at the penthouse window together looking like the perfect picture of family bliss. Sonny gets in a limo and leaves.
Mac asks Robin about Yale and Robin says she's decided not to go back there. They argue over Jason and the right college. Mac says Robin is using Jason to avoid getting on with her life. Robin redirects the conversation: "Just like you're using me right now?" Robin says Mac's focusing on her to avoid thinking about his wedding. She accuses Mac of being too casual about the whole thing. Mac says he and Filly have known each other for years, so getting married really isn't a big deal. "I think it's just the opposite," Robin observes. Robin and Mac are still arguing over Mac's lackadaisical approach to his impending nuptials. Mac says he has a lot of other things to contend with right now: The Hospital murders and Katherine's death. Robin shifts gears: "Stefan goes on trial soon," she says. She asks if Nik will be called to testify, and Mac says yes. She asks if she will be, and Mac replies that he doesn't know. Robin says she doesn't want to be surprised. Mac sees his opportunity and commandeers the conversation: "Well, surprise me and sign up for classes at Yale," he says. Robin restates her position (no way) and leaves. "Don't even think of bringing Jason to the wedding," Mac mutters to the closed door.
Meanwhile, Jason is at the Q's. Jason accuses Edward of manipulating Carly. They have the same argument over whom Michael belongs to. AJ interjects and asks Jason if he really thinks about Michael when he shuttles him off to islands unknown in order to conduct mob business. "Was he safe?" he asks, "Or is it acceptable to take the same risks with Michael that you take yourself?" Jason says that he'll protect Michael and the Q's want to own Michael. He says he'll have to make the Q's listen by taking away the thing that they really want money. He threatens to muck up the dock renovation. Alan interrupts and shows just how far gone he really is by actually quoting The Captain and Tenille: "Love will keep us together," he says, and then decides that what they really need is a nice picnic. "You're stoned," Jason says, stating the obvious, and then lobs a new grenade Edward's way, surely no one will award custody of Michael to a family with a junkie in the house.
Jason's on the phone giving orders to ruin the dock project. Bobbie drops by to see Michael, but he's asleep. She and Jason chat about Michael and how good Jason is with him. Jason tells her that Carly was faking her dementia. Bobbie is ticked off. Jason tells her that Carly thought she had to do it to stay out of jail. Bobbie softens. She tells him about her restraining order against Tony, but makes it clear that she doesn't want him "taken care of." Jason assures her that Robin wants the same thing. He leaves to get Michael as Robin walks in. She and Bobbie chat about Carly and Bobbie asks Robin how she likes taking care of Michael. Robin says that she loves Michael and she's happy to care for him. She assures Bobbie that she's never take him away from Carly. Bobbie seems content with that. She's happy Robin's there to help care for Michael in Carly's absence.
Jason and Justus are having a drink in a restaurant. Justus is telling Jason about how cooperative Carlos is being. They compliment each other on work well done work. Justus has no regrets working for Jason. He's the best he's seen Jason says. It was a waste of talent working at ELQ. Jason says Justus is respected and could pretty much take over the business. Jason said if he made any sudden moves, Justus would be the first to know. Justus plans on being there for a long time. Taggert threatens Jason by saying "the higher they fly, the harder they fall."
At the docks, Jason is giving Michael a sort of show and tell of harbor side life. AJ drops in and asks to see the baby, but Jason refuses him and hands the baby off to Renaldo. AJ is also there to hassle Jason about the lack of work being done on their dock project and of course the subject if Carly is brought up. Jason tells AJ he is using Carly to get try to him, and screwing the woman in the process. AJ, apologizes, but says it was business and it will probably happen again, so why not bring the baby by the mansion for a visit. No dice, the Jason says, and brings it around to the fact there's a junkie in the Q house that he refuses to subject the baby to. AJ spins it to ask what danger is Michael in from Jason himself? Again, they fight over the Q's actions to Carly, and the lack of action on the docks. AJ tells Jason to watch his back and leaves.
Robin wishes Jason would go with her to Mac & Felicia's. Jason doesn't think Mac would appreciate his presence. Robin vows to make Mac see what a great guy Jason really is. Robin walks up and greets him, and Nik gushes over her appearance. They discuss Katherine and then segue into Mac's wedding. Nik asks if Jason's meeting her at the church, and Robin tells him Jason's not coming. Nik and Robin arrive. Robin talks to Mac and tells him to relax. Mac bristles at bit at Robin's choice of dates (a Cassadine), but admits he's the better choice compared with Jason. Nik asks Robin if it's okay that he be there. Robin says Mac is just nervous and didn't mean what he said.
Justus has the dirt on Jerry Jax: all that's missing is the Central American connection. Jason says they don't need it; there's already enough to run him out of town. Justus doesn't agree: "You can't have too much on a guy," he says and Jason is satisfied. Jason repeats his promise made to Sonny that he'd keep Jax out of his family's dirty dealings for Brenda's sake. gain, Justus disagrees. Jason tells him to drop it. Alan pays Jason a visit at the penthouse. Alan clumsily tiptoes around his point that he wants drugs. And he wants Jason to get them for him. Jason refuses. Alan begs. Jason tells him to leave. Jason returns downstairs, after putting Michael down for a nap, and finds part of the room ransacked. He discovers money missing, as well as his gun and Alan is gone as well. Jason calls Monica to warn her about Alan, telling her that Alan was there and asked Jason to help him get drugs. When he told Alan to get out, Alan went berserk and, when Jason went to put Michael to bed, Alan apparently went through Jason's desk, taking money and his gun. Monica is very worried, of course.
The minister wants to get started with Mac and Felicia ‘s wedding, but Felicia interrupts him. She wants to explain it all to their guests that they weren't going to get married today at all. Lucy looks at Mac and Felicia in surprise. Felicia tells everyone all about the James/Tess saga and the kidnapping and fake engagement, etc. She also tells them that they are thankful to everyone for their support that without it they never would have realized that they belong together. Felicia goes right into the vows: I love you, Mac. I always have. You walk into a room, and I feel safe. You smile at me, and suddenly my world fills with joy. You touch me, and I know for certain my heart belongs to only you. You're my strength, my wisdom, my anchor, my home. And I promise to love and honor you for the rest of my days. As Felicia is saying her vows, Liz and Lucky look at each other shyly [his arm around her?]; Robin is smiling; V is crying her eyes out. Ned offers her his hankie. Then it's Mac's turn: A man can spend his entire life looking for the one person who makes him whole. Sometimes that person is right in front of him, and he chooses to look away, because love that strong, that pure, can be frightening. You're that person for me, Felicia, and I swear, I'll never look away from our love again. Whatever you and your children need from me, I'll do my best to provide it. I'll be your lover, your friend, your protector. I'll be your body and soul from this moment on. Hugs all around for the Scorpio/Jones family.
Robin comments that it was
“quite a ceremony”. They all agree. Robin tells Mac that she has never seen
him so happy. He tells her he has Felicia, her, Maxie, Georgie, even Mariah-
what more could a man want? Mac turns to his guests to make an announcement -
the Scorpios and the Joneses are a family, they're gonna stick together and take
care of each other, and “we're gonna hug” (words of wisdom from Georgie).
Robin tells Nikolas that she's been dreaming since she was a young girl about
Mac and Felicia getting married that they belong together. Nikolas is
distracted, he admits to Robin that he has information that could incriminate
Stefan in Katherine's murder. Nikolas confides to Robin that he fears his
testimony at Stefan's trial could send his uncle to jail. Mac and Felicia cut
the cake and then take turns feeding a piece to each other. Felicia shoves the
cake into Mac's mouth; Mac feeds her a piece with a fork, a bit more
delicately...Cake for everyone! Felicia rounds up all of the single ladies time
to throw the bouquet. Lucky encourages Liz to take part - she's single, right?
and Felicia and the rest of the women call Bobbie to participate as well. Bobbie
tells Felicia that if she catches it , she will never forgive Felicia. Felicia
throws the bouquet ...and Liz catches it, well actually it sort of lands in her
hair...Liz is laughing and Lucky watches her, smiling. Felicia and Mac thank all
of their guests for sharing their day with them as they head off for their
honeymoon in France. Robin stops by after the wedding to say goodnight to Jason.
He asks her to stay over, but she hasn't brought any clothes with her. He tells
her they will worry about it in the morning; Robin decides to stay.
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