Patrick is still with Agent Rayner discussing the surgery. Winifred is at the PCPD talking about the "guest list" for the benefit. Three hours earlier: Sonny promises Kate he will figure out who really shot her. Kate seems sad that she and Sonny lost their "second chance" at love. Kate says Sonny "belongs" with Claudia. Anthony reminds Claudia of her role in Michael's shooting. He also denies shooting Kate. Anthony subtly threatens Claudia. Later, Anthony meets with Sonny to discuss Claudia's "unstable" behavior. Anthony tells Sonny that Claudia is a "skillful manipulator" who uses lies to gain "power." Claudia comes home in time to see Sonny about to watch a DVD so she yells for him to "stop." Jason is determined to find the missing Equinox truck for agent Rayner. Nikolas visits with Monica on Emily's birthday. Carly does her best to warn Patrick about Robin's condition. Carly proceeds to tell Patrick about her own experience. Later, Carly agrees to give Johnny a job at the hotel. Kate blames Carly for her breakup with Sonny. Carly blames Kate for "helping create" Michael's current situation. Robin continues to struggle with her feelings toward Emma. Robin tells Patrick she's planning on going to the benefit. Sam goes to Liz for advice on Lucky. Lucky pressures Jason for information on Sam. Jason continues to try his best to protect Spinelli. In doing so, Jason refuses to talk to Spinelli about his dealings with the FBI. A man in a hotel room receives a box from the Equinox truck. The box contains a briefcase, which contains 5 small, round objects. Rayner pressures Jason about finding the missing Equinox truck.
Patrick: We knew the patient was in bad shape. I'm not surprised that Matt didn't wait for the x-rays to open him up. Inspector Rayner: Did you ever find out why the nurse, Epiphany Johnson failed to call the O.R. and tell Dr. Hunter to delay the surgery? Patrick: She didn't fail to call the O.R. She called two or three times, but nobody answered. Inspector Rayner: No one heard the phone? Patrick: Phones don't ring in the O.R. It's not really a good idea to startle the surgeon in the middle of a delicate procedure. There's a light that goes off that flashes when somebody is trying to call. Now, I don't know why they didn't see the light. Maybe it's broken. You know what? Maybe that's it. Maybe it comes down to a single light in O.R. 2 that's broken. Now, why don't you go back and tell the families of all the people that died that it comes down to a single light in O.R. 2 that's broken? [SCENE_BREAK] Winnifred: Not everybody on the guest list was in the boardroom, and not everybody in the boardroom was on the guest list. We're getting conflicting reports of late arrivals, people who just showed up. Yeah, she's not on the guest list, but I do have other records that show a Katherine Howard was in there. I think that's her -- the magazine editor, Kate Howard. [SCENE_BREAK] Sonny: Whoever shot you is going to pay. Kate: Andrei Karpov already paid with his life. Sonny: It wasn't him, Kate. Kate: So what, Sonny? Are you going to go out and hunt down whoever did it and they're going to pay with their lives? Sonny: That's how the business works. You've got to understand that. Kate: Yeah, okay, you know what I understand? I understand that you really do belong with Claudia. Kate: I fooled myself. I did. I fooled myself into thinking that you actually wanted to change, that we could marry and we could live a life free from all the violence. But that's not the life you chose, Sonny. That's not the life you're suited for. Sonny: So, what you're saying is what we had was just -- what? It wasn't real? Is that what you're saying? Kate: No, that's not what I'm saying. What we had was very real. We actually had a second chance, Sonny, a second chance after all of these years, and you just -- you threw it away. Sonny: I did what I had to do. What do you want me to say to you? Kate: Would you just stop acting like this is out of your control? Because, Sonny, if you actually valued what we had, you would have made different choices. Sonny: Not after you got shot. Kate: Yes, after I got shot. That was exactly the moment when I was begging you from my hospital bed for you to leave it alone, but you didn't, right? You chose power and revenge. You chose to marry a woman that was suited for that life. Sonny: You -- you -- Kate: No, she is ruthless. She is dangerous. And it just proves that she belongs with you. Sonny: See, you're never going to understand. I have to get inside that organization. Do you get that at all? Kate: No, you know what I don't get? I don't get why you continue to use me, using me to justify what you did. Just stop saying it, because the words ring hollow every single time. [SCENE_BREAK] Anthony: You need a hobby, Claudia. You've got too much time on your hands. That's why you're making up stories. Claudia: I think I've actually got you nervous, Daddy. Anthony: You do? And I think you're the one with a case of nerves. You're responsible for Sonny's kid getting shot, and you're terrified he's going to find out. Claudia: At least I didn't pull the trigger like you did with Kate Howard. Anthony: I hate to disappoint. I'm paralyzed. I did not walk into some church on Sonny's wedding day and take aim at his bride. Claudia: Sure you did. And you used a Russian rifle and you used Russian bullets so that Sonny would think it was Karpov. Anthony: Oh, yeah, because I wanted to get Sonny into the organization. Claudia: Yeah, and once he was in, you'd push him into a war with Jason, and you knew Jason wouldn't fight back, and Sonny would end up killing Jason, and you would end up with more territory, and then you'd kill Sonny, too, and you'd end up with everything. Anthony: It's twisted. Claudia: It's genius. Anthony: Claudia, if that was really my plan, I'd have to kill you to protect my secret, wouldn't I? [SCENE_BREAK] Jason: Forget about the shipment. Just keep looking for the Equinox truck. Just find that truck for me, okay? And call me when you do. [Phone beeps] Jason: I've got another call. Yeah? Inspector Rayner: What do you have for me? Jason: I'm working on it. Inspector Rayner: We need that truck, Mr. Morgan. Jason: The price for saving Spinelli was delivering information on Anthony Zacchara, not tracking down hijacked trucks. Inspector Rayner: The price includes delivering Sonny Corinthos. [Knock on door] Jason: I've got to go. Inspector Rayner: Find the Equinox truck. Lucky: A friend of mine told me he saw Sam coming in the building earlier. I spoke to the doorman. He said she's been here twice. You want to tell me what's going on? Jason: You are going to have to ask Sam. Lucky: No, I'm asking you. [SCENE_BREAK] Sam: Hi, do you have a minute? It's -- it's about Lucky. Elizabeth: Yeah, of course. Sam: Okay, good. This is uncomfortable at best, but I was hoping, praying, that maybe you could help me. Elizabeth: Okay, with what? Sam: Okay, Lucky and I -- we have been trying, we really have, but we've been having some problems. And it's probably nobody's fault. Actually, it's probably all of my fault. Okay, look, I've been trying to help someone out of a tight spot, and Lucky hates it when I'm secretive, and I can't tell him what's going on because it would compromise his position as a cop and he would probably try and stop it -- Elizabeth: Okay, this sounds like something I don't want to be a part of if this has to do with your relationship with Lucky. Sam: Well, it is about yours, too. [SCENE_BREAK] Tracy: Why, thank you, Nikolas. Now not only do we have Michael Corinthos' benefit to look forward to, but you have taken it upon yourself to remind us of another family loss. Monica: What have you lost, Tracy? You weren't even around for most of Emily's life. She only knew you as the harridan that made Ned's life miserable and the mother that drove both of her sons out of town. Nikolas: Okay, obviously I shouldn't have come by today, so I apologize for causing any trouble here. Edward: No, no, no. No, please, please stay. It was a very kind gesture, and our Emily would have approved. Nikolas: Thank you, Edward. I know that she loved you all very much, and I just wanted to come by and thank you, including you, Tracy. You helped her become the best person that I will ever know, and I'm very grateful for that, and I'm grateful for the time that we were able to spend together. And although I can't bring her back -- I'll always carry her in my heart. And thank you. [SCENE_BREAK] Patrick: What makes you so sure that she has postpartum? Carly: I'm not sure. She's just showing signs that are familiar to me. She's irritable. She's defensive. And she won't pick up the baby. Patrick: No offense, but do you think that could be a reaction to you? Carly: You know, I only went over there to invite her to the benefit because Sonny asked me to. You're right; Robin and I don't always get along. But her behavior was setting off alarm bells. Patrick: Robin loves Emma. You know, she's a terrific mother. Carly: Hey, I'm not a shrink, all right? I'm just a woman who had postpartum herself, and it's a very lonely place to be, and if Robin has it, it's not just going to go away. She needs help. Patrick: Thank you for sharing your concerns, but I think we'll be fine. Carly: Robin's a perfectionist. If she even has a hair out of place, it drives her crazy. She's going to try to cover this up. You know that. Patrick: If Robin were suffering from postpartum, what can I do to help her? Carly: Talk to a professional. Go to Lainey or Kelly Lee. Patrick: I can't do that. Those are her friends and colleagues. Carly: I don't know what to tell you. Patrick: Well, can you share some experiences? Carly: When I first saw Michael lying in that incubator, I couldn't touch him. I was just afraid, and I had to take off, you know? I had to get away. So I went to Jason and I told him that I was going to leave town and I asked him to take care of Michael, and he did. And then when I came back, Jason was wonderful. He was kind, he was loving. He did such a great job with Michael. And he let me get over my postpartum on my own. Patrick: So, you just -- it kind of went away on its own then? Carly: Yes and no. Not long after I came back, Michael was kidnapped, and I shot his kidnapper in open court. Patrick: Because of the postpartum? Carly: That's what the lawyer said. The point is, you don't fool around with this. You need to get professional advice. You can't help Robin until you understand what she is going through. [SCENE_BREAK] [Emma babbles] [Emma whimpers] Robin: I'm sorry, Emma. I'm sorry I've been so -- emotional lately. I was caught up in this fantasy that being a mother was going to come naturally to me, which -- which is silly because, you know, it's difficult for everyone, right? I mean, there's -- there's a lot to learn. But I'm a doctor, so I'm going to be able to fix it. I'm going to be able to deal with it clinically. I don't know why it's been so hard. And I don't know why it's so obvious to everyone, including your dad, that I have no idea what I'm doing. But I promise you, mommy really loves you. Mommy loves you so much. But -- I just want to be able to show you how. [Knock on door] [Emma whines] Maxie: Hi. I was passing by the baby store on Maple and I saw the cutest, teeniest, little outfits in the window that were actually stylish, if you can believe it or not. So, it called for an emergency baby purchase. Have you been crying? [SCENE_BREAK] Sam: I really don't want to put you in the middle of this, but you and Lucky, you are connected, despite everything that you've through, or maybe because of it. But I still think that you can probably get through to him in ways that I can't. Elizabeth: Okay, I'm listening. Sam: Okay. I am doing more undercover work, and that is a very sore spot with Lucky. He doesn't like when I put myself in dangerous situations. He still isn't past the way I got involved with Jerry. Elizabeth: Well, he had a point, don't you think? Sam: Yes -- I mean, yeah. As much as I hated getting close to Jerry, I'm really glad that I was able to stop him. That's what Lucky can't see, the satisfaction that I get that I know that I've made a difference. Just like he does when he's being a cop. Elizabeth: Okay, and I'm done being a referee in all this. Sam: All right, I'm sorry. Listen, I just -- I was hoping that maybe if you get a chance, you can mention to him that when he pressures me, he starts to push me away. Oh, forget it. I'm sorry; this was a really bad idea. I shouldn't involve you. I'm sorry. Elizabeth: There is a simple solution. Stop doing undercover work. Sam: Yeah, but this is important. I really need to help a friend. [SCENE_BREAK] Lucky: Elizabeth lied to me about having an affair with you for more than a year. Now Sam is up here without telling me a thing. I want the truth. Jason: Sam and I are working on something. Lucky: What? Jason: I can't say. But I'm going to tell you right now, it wasn't my idea to bring her into it. Lucky: Okay, so she's helping you with some illegal activity? Jason: I can't say. Lucky: That's your answer for everything, isn't it? "I can't say. I don't know." I am helping raise and protect Jake. The least you owe me is an explanation. Jason: If you want information, you have to ask Sam. Spinelli: Why did the blonde one's older brother leave in such angry haste? I trust it has nothing to do with the Jackal's legal troubles, or the yet-to-be- revealed hold the FBI has on Stone Cold? Jason: Can you stop asking me questions? Spinelli: You used to trust me with your secrets. Jason: Well, you know what, Spinelli? This isn't about trust, okay? I let you commit crimes for me that almost put you away for life, and now that's finished. Spinelli: With all due respect, it is not fair to treat me like an errant child. [SCENE_BREAK] Monica: Emily and Lucky were the best of friends. To tell you the truth, there was a time when I thought maybe it would be the two of them. That is a picture of them skateboarding in the hall upstairs, if you can believe it. Oh, and that is Alan as Sydney the bear. That's why his tie is in a bow. Emily was -- she was really devastated when her mom died, and I didn't think she was going to come out of it. But good old Alan as Sydney, he managed to win her over. Nikolas: Monica, I apologize if I've made this day more difficult for you than it already is. Monica: No. Nikolas: I'm sorry. Monica: No, actually -- actually, I think I should be apologizing to you. I should be sitting here telling you that you've got to get on with your life. You've got to find somebody to love. Nikolas: I know, I know. Monica: Selfishly, there is a part of me that is very grateful that you're still in love with Emily, because she loved you so dearly. Nikolas: Yeah, I know. I know she did. But, you know, she would want me to get on with things. She would. Monica: You're right. Nikolas: Yeah. Monica: She would, Nikolas. Nikolas: I just -- you know, Monica, I try not to miss her so much. I try to remind myself that not too many people have ever experienced that kind of love in their life. I try. And I try to just be grateful for the time that we did spend together. It's just so hard. Monica: I know. I know you can be grateful for just -- just so long, and then all of a sudden -- all of a sudden, that turns to anger. Nikolas: You got that right. Monica: I get angry a lot. I get angry at the fact that both of them are gone. They were gone, and they were taken from me in such a senseless, brutal, random manner. It didn't have to be. I should have them back, and that makes me furious. Does that make you furious? Nikolas: More than you will ever know. [SCENE_BREAK] Maxie: Well, I wish I could sleep as soundly as Emma does. Robin: Heh. I wish she'd do it for more than four hours at a time. Maxie: Well, she's out like a light right now. Robin: Thank you. Maxie: Mm-hmm. You know, I love my baby cousin, but she's -- she's just so teeny. Maybe I shouldn't hold her anymore. It makes me very nervous. Robin: Yeah, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Maxie: Probably not for you, because you're a mom, but me, I don't know if this whole child thing really is for me -- all that selfless nurturing, and the spit-up alone will put me in a straitjacket. You don't see any spots, do you? Robin: No, I don't see any. Next time, I'll give you a burp cloth, though. Maxie: That's what I'm saying. You have a child and you start owning things like burp cloths. How frightening. No offense. I just don't think I would be able to be stuck here with a baby all day long. You know, not really knowing what they want, because, of course, they can't tell you. And then I would be scared that I'm not exactly doing it right. It's like the person that you are turns into this little pooping extension of yourself, and you spend all your time just being a servant to it. I don't know. Should we talk about why you were crying? Patrick: Hey, sweetheart. Hey, Maxie. I just had a free hour, so I thought I'd come by and check up. Maxie: Wow, perfect timing. [SCENE_BREAK] Lulu: Carly, I totally agree with what you said about honesty being the best policy with the situation with Johnny, especially because of his pride. Carly: But? Lulu: But he still needs an income. Carly: I told you I would hire him. I'm just not going to trick him into it. Lulu: But if you just come out and give him the job, then he's going to know that I put you up to it, and he's not going to accept charity. Carly: Let it go, please. Lulu: I've tried, I've tried. But he has worked so hard to break away from his family. I think he needs help. Carly: Tell him that. I'm sure he's going to be touched by your concern. Lulu: I tried to tell him, but he just closes me out and shuts down. [Carly groans] Carly: I'm sorry. Logic and, I don't know, good intention -- powerless against the male ego, powerless. Lulu: Well, we'll get past it. Just hopefully sooner rather than late -- Kate: Oh, wow. Okay, so this is where you went and left the calls to go to voicemail, so you could hang out with your cousin. Lulu: I was due for a break. Kate: Lulu, fortunately, I caught the message from the printer, and we didn't put out a full-page ad with a glaring typo in the brand name. Tell me why I don't fire you. Carly: Because you can't. [SCENE_BREAK] Claudia: Why would you want to kill me, Daddy? I'm on your side. Anthony: You're good, Claudia. If someone didn't know you, they'd think you were dripping with sincerity. Claudia: I mean it. Anthony: You've never been on anybody's side but your own. Claudia: I'm not working any angles. Anthony: Of course you're not. Claudia: I married Sonny when you asked me to, and I've stayed by his side, and I've gotten closer. Anthony: Because you're trying to win the man's loyalty, and what better way than by telling him your cockamamie theory? Claudia: I didn't actually see what that would accomplish. Anthony: Well, I'll give you a hint. He'll try like hell to kill me, which is exactly what you want. Claudia: What I want is for you to come out the winner. Anthony: Claudia, if you're hoping that I'll give you a share of the power, don't hold your breath. Claudia: I know. Johnny gets everything, and that's the one thing that you and I actually agree on, and that is the one reason that I will agree to keep working things in your favor. Anthony: Look, I've enjoyed this little conversation, but we both know none of it is true. I'm an old man in a wheelchair. I don't go around shooting people at churches. Claudia: Good. Well, if anyone asks, then that's what I'll tell them. Anthony: Well, that's a wise choice. If you should happen to rethink it, be very careful where you place your bets. If Sonny were to find out that you're responsible for his son getting shot, he'll snap your little neck in two. [SCENE_BREAK] Spinelli: The Jackal deeply appreciates Stone Cold's friendship and tutelage. You've opened your home to me and showed me endless patience. You've saved my life, and salvaged my pride on more than one occasion, and now you've freed me from the fearsome clutches of the federal ones. Jason: And you got arrested because of me, and that's not going to happen again. Spinelli: Okay, this brings me to my salient point. It is most troubling to hear you blame yourself for my troubles as if I had no free will. Jason: What are you talking about? You work for me. I asked for information. You hacked into highly classified government websites. You took huge chances. Spinelli: Yeah, but I wanted to help. And if you may recall, before I found the Stone Cold path, I was doing illegal hacking for the late and unlamented Darth Alcazar, so you bear no responsibility for my bad choices. Jason: You still don't get to know the deal. Spinelli: With all due respect, Stone Cold is behaving with great stubbornness. Would we not make a more effective and formidable team if we worked together? Jason: No. Spinelli: But -- Jason: But what, Spinelli? I told you, I don't want to have this conversation. Why do we keep having it? [SCENE_BREAK] Man: One box in the Equinox shipment was unmarked. I think it's the one we want. They wouldn't let me open it on the truck, so they're bringing it here. [Knock on door] Man: That's probably them now. I'll call to confirm it's the real thing. Man: Doesn't weigh much. What's inside that's so damn special? Second Man: You wouldn't believe it if I told you. [SCENE_BREAK] Lulu: Okay, I'm -- I'll just -- I'll go back to the office. I'm sorry, I -- Carly: No, don't jump just because she says "jump." Kate: Carly, don't you have your own staff to manage? Carly: You're mad at me, so stop abusing my cousin. Kate: Okay, let me explain how business works. Lulu has a job that she gets paid to do. And she needs to do it, for now. Go upstairs and man the phones. Carly: Why don't you take, I don't know, a couple of hours for lunch? Jax isn't going to let you get fired. Kate: You're such a child. Don't interfere with my business. Carly: You abuse my cousin again, you're not going to have a business. Kate: Don't mess with me, Carly. Carly: Or what? You gonna try and sleep with Jax again? Well, guess what -- he's not interested. And your plan to pay me back by sleeping with Jax just turned into a -- hmm, one-night stand where you got dumped and used. And it couldn't have happened to a better person, Connie. Kate: Oh, I don't know, Carly. Does it look like I care? And please, stop playing the victim, all right? Because you did everything in your power to break up me and Sonny. Carly: I did nothing. I just said you guys wouldn't last, and I was right. Kate: You're so vicious. I mean, look at you. You absolutely knew that Sonny was in love with me. But you couldn't find it in your selfish heart to be happy for him. Right? You had to ruin it. Carly: Don't blame me because Sonny married Claudia. It's not my fault. Kate: Yeah, well, you know what? Maybe for once, you shouldn't look so smug. Because for all we know, Sonny is married to a woman who may be trying to kill him. [SCENE_BREAK] Sonny: I don't care what Anthony says. Keep that shipment out of the damn harbor until I tell you otherwise. Thank you very much. Hey, how many times you planning on visiting me here, Anthony? Anthony: Max let me in without question. Sonny: Yeah? Anthony: You think he's starting to trust me? Sonny: Oh, don't bet on it. Anthony: That's not very hospitable. What happened to that pretty little speech that went something like, "Anthony, it's still your organization. You ought to bring in shipments. Far be it from me to interfere." Sonny: I interfered. I put them on hold. Anthony: I'm disappointed. The shipment was a test, and you're flunking. Now, if you're too soft, or too afraid to deal with Jason -- Sonny: Maybe I should knock you out of that wheelchair, so you can lay on the floor and I would put you out of your misery, old man. Anthony: Are you so sure I can't defend myself? [SCENE_BREAK] Claudia: Spare me the sarcasm, Trevor. I just called to see if my father had gotten home yet. It's none of your business. We were at the Metro Court hotel. He left a half an hour ago. Do you know where he went? Thanks, you're as charming and helpful as ever. [SCENE_BREAK] Sam: Hey, I came as soon as I got your message. Lucky: I have something to tell you. Sam: Okay, go on. Lucky: The reason I wanted us to meet here is because it would be easier for you to walk out and harder for you to throw something at me. Sam: Oh, I'm a big girl. I can take it. Just say it. Lucky: I went to see Jason. I demanded to know why you've been going to see him. Sam: And what did he say? Lucky: What do you expect? He told me nothing. Sam: Okay, well, thanks for telling me. Lucky: No drink in the face. This is encouraging. Sam: Um, well, actually, I have something to tell you, too. I went to see Elizabeth, and I had asked her to talk to you about what it is that I was doing. Lucky: It's nice to know you care. Sam: Well, back at you. Lucky: You know, it's kind of embarrassing that we have to use our go- betweens. Sam: Yeah, it is. [Sam and Lucky laugh] Sam: What to you say the two of us go back to my place for a little one-on-one chat? Chat. Lucky: Chat. Do you think we have a chance? Sam: Oh, we are not gonna know unless we try. [SCENE_BREAK] Patrick: Hey, Maxie, how are you? Is Emma in her room? Robin: Yeah, she's sleeping, so just don't wake her up, okay? Patrick: Okay. Robin: Do you have to get back right away? Patrick: Uh, not right away. Just with the blizzard, I wanted to make certain that the windows and the electrical and everything was okay here, heating and stuff. Robin: Mm-hmm. Well, that's good. The sitter will be with Emma tonight. Patrick: What sitter? Robin: The sitter. The babysitter. Judy. She's going to stay with Emma while I go to Michael's benefit tonight. Patrick: Well, I just didn't think you'd want to leave Emma home alone tonight. Robin: Oh, so just because I have a baby, I'm never allowed to leave the house? Patrick: No, no, I'm not saying that. It's just with, you know, the storm coming and everything, the hospital's across town -- Robin: It's just a few hours. I don't see what the big deal is. Maxie: I think she's having a rough day. Patrick: Yeah, did she seem a little on edge when you -- when you got here? Maxie: Maybe a little, but I'll talk to her. [SCENE_BREAK] Spinelli: Alas, the master has again weighted his grasshopper and found him wanting. Jason: Why -- why don't you go visit Maxie or something? Spinelli: Yeah, any excuse to get rid of your burdensome failure of a former protégé, correct? See, you avoid pointing out the obvious. The Jackal's exposure to action often goes awry. Jason: Mm-hmm. Spinelli: Like the time I participated in an undercover stakeout with you, only to pass out at the wheel of the SUV -- [Jason sighs] Spinelli: Causing a most alarming horn blast, or the time I accosted the Russians with a firearm but was unable to follow through. Jason: See, you're just not good at that stuff. You have other strengths. Spinelli: The Jackal's strengths are in his cyber-skills. And that's a field that Stone Cold is, well, somewhat lacking in, so see, my existence can be most beneficial. Jason: It doesn't matter if you can help me or not. Spinelli: Your streak of stubbornness is most frustrating. Jason: Okay, you know what? What part of -- I don't want you at risk. Don't you understand? You have talent. Use it for something worthwhile. Spinelli: That is just as the Quartermaines wished after your accident that left you devoid of your memory. But you chose to take your own path. Work with Mr. Sir. You became your own man, despite the consequences and the wishes of the people that sought to protect you. Jason: That -- that was different. Spinelli: I think the analogy is most apt. See, likewise, the Jackal is -- Jason: I don't care what -- what you think right now. Stop talking. I'm handling it. It's been handled. Spinelli: You will need my help. And I shall be waiting when you do. [Knock on door] Inspector Rayner: You've had enough time. You'd better have a lead on that Equinox truck. [SCENE_BREAK] Man: This is it. It's all there, don't worry. Second Man: So what now? First Man: I get them where they need to go. [SCENE_BREAK] Lulu: Maxie, it's me. You need to get back to the office and man the phones. Kate caught me talking to Carly in the lobby and threatened to fire me, and Carly fought back by sending me home. Obviously, it's a very big mess. Now I have something more in common with Johnny. Forget I said that. I'm rambling. The point is you need to get back in the office ASAP because you are better at handling Kate than I am. [SCENE_BREAK] Sonny: I delayed the shipment because the storm. Whatever you gotta say, say it and get out. Anthony: I thought we should have a talk without interference from your brother or my daughter. Sonny: About what, Anthony? Anthony: Our mutual goals. Sonny: Really? Well, we made a deal. I'm satisfied with the arrangement, so -- Anthony: There are things that you don't know about Claudia. I probably should have told you, but I didn't want you backing out of the marriage. Sonny: Well, what were you going to tell me? Anthony: My daughter is unstable. I mean, clinically unstable. As a child, she would make up the most outlandish lies. Now, at first, her mother and I thought that it was just to get attention, but then we realized she believed everything she was saying. Sonny: I can handle Claudia. Anthony: I know. You think you got this all worked out. I'm telling you, my daughter can look you right in the eye and lie with the deepest sincerity. She's a skillful manipulator, capable of anything. And when you come right down to it, she didn't give a spit about either one of us. Sonny: What reason would she have to manipulate me? Anthony: Claudia wants power. Sonny: Yeah, for her brother. Anthony: No. She knows he won't use it, and he'll hand it over to her. Sonny, if she walked in here right now and found us dead by each other's hands, she wouldn't bat an eye. Sonny: I appreciate the warning. But I don't really need it -- because I don't really believe a word that comes out of my wife's mouth. [SCENE_BREAK] Carly: Sonny's a big boy. He knew what he was getting into when he married Claudia. Kate: I'm worried, Carly. I'm worried that Sonny doesn't know everything that Claudia is up to. Carly: Sonny knows exactly what he's doing. [Kate sighs] Kate: He's driven by revenge, Carly. He feels obligated -- okay, I don't know why I bother. Really, I don't know. It's coming from my mouth, right? So you obviously won't do anything to help. Carly: If you want to save Sonny, by all means, go save Sonny. But here's a news flash -- he doesn't want to be saved. He's gotten into his head that marrying that witch is somehow penance for what happened to Michael. Kate: That doesn't bother you, Carly? Carly: You know, I am not going to have this conversation with you. You know what you don't get? You don't get that I go into Michael's room and I lay there in his bed and I picture him in that institute. And it kills me. And that's why I'm putting this benefit on tonight, so just maybe other women won't have to go through the hell that I go through. The hell that you helped create. And the hell that I will never forgive you for. [SCENE_BREAK] Patrick: Hey, so I'm just going to get back to work. I'll give her a little kiss goodbye. Robin: Mm-hmm. Robin: I know that I hurt his feelings, but it just drives me nuts when he micromanages me like that. Maxie: He is overprotective. Look at Mac. Robin: Good point. Maxie: Besides, when guys don't know what to do, they hover. It's primal or something. It's like they're guarding their cave. Robin: Well, I don't mind if he hovers over Emma, but when he does it with me, it's just -- it's annoying. Maxie: I think it's sweet. Robin: You think it's sweet? Maxie: Yes. Patrick is this former hound dog who morphed into a loving, devoted, true-blue husband and father. Who would not want a guy like that? Robin: True. Maxie: Besides, he wants to be totally involved with raising Emma. I think that's great. Can you imagine how overwhelming it would be doing it by yourself? That's scary. Patrick: So, I'm going to get back to the hospital. What time is Judy coming? Robin: Around 6:00, I think. Patrick: Okay, good. Are you going to hang out until she gets here? Robin: So, Maxie has to stay and baby-sit me until the actual babysitter gets here? Patrick: I didn't mean it like that, Robin. Robin: That's what it sounded like. [SCENE_BREAK] Jason: I told you, I'm working on the truck. Inspector Rayner: Work harder. The Equinox logo is painted on the side, and it was last seen on Route 87. What am I missing here? Why in hell can't you find it? [SCENE_BREAK] Man: I know they'll be looking for it. Let them. They can search every inch, but they won't find a thing, I guarantee. [SCENE_BREAK] Kate: Carly, can I ask you a question? Do you think that Michael would approve of how cruelly you've treated Sonny, how you just cut him out of his kids' lives? Carly: That's really none of your business. That's between me and Sonny. Kate: I see. Carly: And you are out of all of our lives. Kate: Right. Carly: Right. Kate: Yes, but Sonny does still love me. Carly: Great, go tell that to Claudia. Kate: Carly, why are you so hateful? Why would you rather have Sonny be married to Claudia than me? Carly: You know, it doesn't really matter what I want, because Sonny has already chosen Claudia over you, which makes you irrelevant. So why don't you use some of that class that you claim to have and go away? [SCENE_BREAK] Claudia: Hey, Max said that -- stop. Sonny: Why?