General Hospital Recaps: The week of October 12, 1998 on GH

Comprehensive daily recaps for General Hospital, dating back to 1996.

Monday October 12, 1998

by Soap Central

Laura breaks of the kiss. Stefan questions the meaning behind it. He reminds her of the past and their son. Laura tells him that she doesn't regret the past, but he's (Stefan) not part of her future. But we're free to build a life, Stefan says. It was over between us a long time ago, Laura responds. She talks about Luke and how she would follow him anywhere. Stefan asks where he and Nikolas fit into her life. I love my son and you are a part of his life. Beyond that, it ended a long time ago, Laura says. She tells him she won't be coming back to Wyndemere any longer, not if it is too difficult for him to see her. Stefan responds by telling her that he loves her now as he did then, and asks her what she feels for him. She tells him her life is with Luke but refuses to directly answer. Eventually, he agrees not to bring up their past relationship again until she does. It's not going to happen, she says and takes off.

Nikolas tells Katherine he's sure Helena loosened the railing. She asks him if he knows if Stefan's ever lied. When Nikolas questions why she's staying at the Q's mansion, Katherine tells him that it was Stefan who prevented them from being a family. As she's about to explain, Emily interrupts. Katherine leaves, and Emily shares another blackmail note with Nikolas. The blackmailer wants the money tomorrow night, all of it. Nik tells Emily to call Lucky and Liz and he'll come up with some of the money. In the meantime, they've got to think of a plan.

Later, Nikolas finds Laura on the docks. When Nik asks why she's upset, Laura tells him how much she's regretted the past and all the time spent away from him. He tells her not to think about it and that she should focus on their time together now. He invites her and Lulu to lunch on Friday. She happily accepts. Back on Spoon Island, Nik asks Stefan why Laura was so upset. Stefan says that they were reliving some of the past and it always makes Laura uncomfortable. Nik tells Stefan about his lunch invitation and Stefan is surprised that Laura is returning so soon.

Jax tries to convince V that he could make her into a countess. She tries to back out, but Jax refuses to let her. She agrees to try working on it for a month, but makes him promise to let her go if he thinks she can't handle it. He teaches her how to play cards, but when she leaves, Jax has flashbacks of he and Brenda cheating his friends out of their money.

Jason and Carly cover with the doctor, when Jason comes up with a story saying he was showing Carly how he makes Michael fly. The doc leaves but instructs them to have no further emotional outbursts. Alone again, Carly tells Jason that his fairy tale with Robin doesn't suit him. Jason promises that they'll all work something out together once Carly is released. Later, Carly tells her doctor that she knows how much Jason loves her--after all, he's sacrificed so much for her.

Jason stops by Mac's on his way home. Mac reminds him it's Robin's birthday and asks if they can have a truce. Jason agrees and heads to the cottage. At home, Robin asks about Jason's visit with Carly. He tells her how Carly flipped out when she heard about their living situation. When Robin asks how they got that passed the doctor, Jason admits he made up a story to cover them. Robin is shocked, and lets Jason know how upset she is that he constantly lies to protect Carly. He promises her she'll never lose him. Jason tells her about his conversation with Mac and gives her a book of fairy tales for her birthday. Maybe we're fated to be together she says.

Tuesday, October 13, 1998

by Soap Central

Alan opens one of several empty pill bottles. He looks worse than ever. A knock at the door brings Tammy with groceries. Alan is really out of it and wanders around muttering. He gets money from his wallet, but she won't take it, telling him that he's always been generous. Tammy tries to get him to go outside, but Alan refuses, saying he doesn't have anywhere else to go.

Bobbie is startled to find Jerry on the couch, where he's resting after his first day of "pounding the pavement." He asks if there were any phone calls for him, but Bobbie tells him that Jax hasn't called. Jerry thinks it's wishful thinking on his part that Jax might call. Bobbie is sure that he will eventually, but that Jax also has a lot to sort out right now. Jerry asks about Lucas, who is now fine - and Bobbie tells him that she is as well. He says that he's missed her and she says she has missed him too.

On the docks, Justus meets Moreno. Justus wants to know if Moreno's sure he can get Justus elected. Moreno says he can do it easily and in return Moreno gets a DA in place who can make things happen. Justus isn't satisfied, because he doesn't like anything about Moreno. All Moreno cares about is that they figure out how to work together. When Moreno pressures him for an answer, Justus starts to walk. Moreno panics and tells him that he can have up to the February election if that's what he wants. Justus will call him when he decides. Taggert comes along and asks if Justus is repositioning.

Liz is in awe of Wyndemere. Nikolas offers to show them all the guest house, since there's a tunnel connecting the two places. Lucky calls a halt to that idea, saying he thought the whole idea was for Nikolas to get the money for Emily's blackmailer. Lucky has no intention of being there any longer than he has to, it gives him the creeps. Nikolas apologizes, saying that he's sorry it doesn't live up to Lucky's standards - paling in comparison to park benches and boxcars. Everyone looks at each other uncomfortably. Lucky congratulates Nikolas for being so sensitive, using a nice choice of words. Nikolas realizes what he's said and apologizes to Liz, but she won't let him. Lucky asks again if it's okay, but she tells them all that she can't go through life falling apart every time someone says "park bench." Emily tells her that nobody would blame her if she did. Liz explains that if she did, where would it stop, "park", "bushes", "night", she doesn't want her friends editing themselves because of what happened to her. Lucky steers the conversation back to Emily's blackmail. He's not sure that Emily's agent is behind it, after all, he makes money on the success of his clients and if Emily is ruined, he won't make any more. Liz asks if Emily thinks he's capable of it. Nik wants to know if Lucky suspects anyone else. Lucky suggests that they look for other connections between Emily and Maggie. Nik figures that Lucky wants to use Stefan's computer to check payroll records of Downtown Faces (Emily's agency) and Platinum Triangle (Maggie's). Em and Liz sit down to write a letter to the blackmailer, copping a plea.

Taggert is amazed that 'Anger Boy' barely has his socks in his drawer over at the 'Enchanted Cottage' and Justus is already looking for a new employer. Justus didn't realize that Taggert cared. He tells Taggert that they are closer now that one family's downfall let him get away with murder and for Taggert to get a promotion. Justus tells him not to be coy, calling him Detective Lieutenant.

Alan is complaining to Tammy about forgiving Monica over and over, including the sexual harassment. Alan is angry that after all the things she's done that Monica threw him out of the house that he gave her. Alan goes on complaining that the whole family blames him for everything. Tammy wants to know if he's started to look for work. Alan is sure that since he's a doctor it will be easy. Tammy apologizes, but tells him that he looks a little frayed around the edges to be healing anyone else. Alan thinks that the clinic where Tony works would be thrilled to have him, since they've taken in a kidnapper. Alan is upset and starts raving that his distributor is late. An uncomfortable Tammy starts to leave when Alan asks if she could pick something up for him.

Jerry tells Bobbie that a lot has happened, but if she's willing to pick up where...Bobbie interrupts that she's not. Having him as a neighbor is fine and she still wants to spend time with him, but as far as anything else is concerned, she's not comfortable with it. Jerry wants to know if there's any chance that could change. Before she can answer, the doorbell rings and Bobbie goes to answer it. Tony is there to say "Happy Anniversary, see you in chambers." Bobbie turns and slams the door. Tony slips a summons under the door. Bobbie asks him what's going on. Jerry comes up and Tony tells him that he's put one in Jerry's mailbox as well, although slipping it under Bobbie's pillow would be more effective. Jerry tells him that he doesn't have a lot to lose right now and knocking Tony's teeth down his throat would be satisfying. Tony explains that the summons is for the three of them to meet in a judge's chambers for psychiatric evaluation. Jerry wants to know why Tony would do this. Tony is sure that when a judge sees what his son is being exposed to, they'll look more favorably at him. Jerry tells him that he's shot himself in the foot and that he'd pay money to see Tony parade his psychosis in front of a shrink. Tony counters that Jerry doesn't have any money. Bobbie tells him that he doesn't have any right to her son and she'll fight him on any battlefield he wants. Tony tells her that he won't stop until he has access to Lucas and Jerry doesn't. If Jerry doesn't have the decency to go away, then Tony will make him. Bobbie yells after Tony, "Happy Anniversary to you too, thank God we didn't make it to our 9th year!"

Taggert is stunned to hear that he got a promotion and wants to know why he's hearing it from Justus. Justus says it's poetic justice, since Taggert's always accusing him of doing things for his own gain and it turns out Taggert is too. Taggert defends that a promotion wasn't on the line for him, but Justus asks if he's sure. Behind the shiny badge, Taggert's no better than anyone else. Dara comes along and Justus compliments her as he leaves. She asks Taggert if they were going at it again. He tells her that she doesn't have to protect Justus, his employers provide bodyguards for that. Dara doesn't want to fight with him, she has good news, he's being promoted to Lt.. and receiving a commendation from the FBI. She pushed hard to get him the promotion and wants to know why he isn't excited. Taggert says it's because he sold out and good cops don't do that.

Lucky asks Nikolas why Stefan has such a powerful computer, which you could use to run a small country. Nikolas explains that it's because every couple of years the Cassadines feel compelled to take over the world. They both laugh. Emily and Liz are surprised to hear laughter from the brothers and go over to read them the letter. When she gets to the line about the amount, Nikolas goes over to a drawer and rummages around - he comes up with $5,000. Liz and Lucky share a look of surprise. The drop off is the Elm St pier, which is perfect because nobody knows the docks better than Lucky. He suggests that he find a hiding place and when the blackmailer shows up, Lucky will get him. Liz exclaims, "No!" Lucky is surprised - and so is Liz.

Tammy is amazed that Alan is asking her to pick up drugs. She won't do it for anyone at any price. Alan is worried that they aren't friends anymore now. Tammy assures him that she's been insulted worse - today even. Alan offers to make her something to eat, but she tells him she has to leave. Alan gets on the phone and starts yelling at his dealer that he's been waiting all day. Outside, Monica approaches Tammy and tells her that she needs to talk to her. She just wants to know how he is. Tammy's shocked that's all she wants to know. Even though he's not living at home, Monica still cares and she's worried. Tammy tells her that Alan is bad. Monica is concerned that Alan isn't equipped to deal with the life he's chosen and asks Tammy to look after him, handing over a lot of bills. Tammy explains that sometimes someone needs to bottom out. Monica says she knows, but she still loves him and she cares. Tammy takes the money and Monica shakes her hand and thanks her.

Liz tells Lucky that he can't stake out the docks alone, she knows that they have to catch the blackmailer, but Lucky might get hurt. Lucky knows what she's thinking, but he only wants to get a good look at him, to see if it's the blackmailer or just a runner he can follow. Liz is still against it. Emily suggests that they all go together for protection. Lucky thinks he'll be safer alone. Liz tells him if he gets hurt, she'll kill him. They have a match on the computer, the agent's assistant. Liz suggests that they use the school intern program to get a job at Downtown Faces. Liz asks Emily if she want's to spend the night. They all leave, but Emily goes back for the money -she grabs an envelope off the table.

Dara knows that the only reason Taggert didn't use the tape is because of her. He's worked hard and deserves the promotion. John & Jerry Jacks were laundering money and he stopped it. There's rarely anyone on the force who cares more than Taggert. He's an outstanding Detective and will be an even better Detective Lieutenant. She starts to leave, but Taggert asks if she really put in a good word for him -and what she said. Dara tells him that she said he was the "best spelling detective" in the department. He asks if she said best looking. She tells him that was what she was thinking. He asks if she's going to congratulate him - she does with a hug. He asks if that's it and kisses her. He wants to know if she's finished with work for the day and offers to walk her home. They leave and Justus comes out of the shadows.

Bobbie asks Jerry if something's wrong, he's hardly said anything since Tony left. Jerry says maybe it's because her lunatic ex said it all. Jerry is afraid that his presence will hurt her chances of keeping Lucas. She defends him, which pleases Jerry.

Lucky hides with his camera while Emily makes the drop.

Justus flashes back to Jason telling him about the dangers of working for Moreno, after Jason paid him well and left him clean. He won't be able to leave later. Justus calls Moreno and tells him he just bought a DA.

Alan takes his pills and holds them close to his heart, while down on the street Monica looks around and then leaves.

Bobbie tells Jerry that she was warned about him, but knew he was trouble. The more she resisted, the more determined he became. She saw behind his glib face to the person behind it. She brings her own things along, a past she's not proud of and a demented ex. She tells him that when you accept someone in to your life you take them as they are or bail. He's says he's not trying to bail. She says neither is she, but it's also not forever. They sit by the fire in each other's arms.

Liz admits to Emily she's the first girlfriend to sleep over. She and Emily commiserate over not having many friends. In Arizona her mom was her best friend. Liz explains that she's not that close to her family. They both hope that Nikolas and Lucky will realize how close they are and that they'd become friends. They start a pillow fight.

Nikolas surprises Lucky with coffee. Lucky wants to know why Nik is there. It's his money and he wants to know where it goes. The two bicker over the cramped space.

Wednesday, October 14, 1998

by Soap Central

Today's recap was provided by Jodi White.

Mac and Felicia are at home with the children. Mac is reading a bedtimestory and Felicia is helping with homework. They convince both thegirls that it is bedtime and are finally alone. As they lament togetherabout how tired they are, they cuddle close on the couch. They suddenlyrealize that they aren't so very tired and start to get romantic.

Jax continues V's gambling lessons. V struggles with the terminologyand then has trouble keeping a poker face. Jax patiently explains theimportance of not letting everyone else know what you have. Ned arrivesand Jax asks if he would like to join him and V for a friendly game.Ned asks why and Jax says that he and V are planning to attend atournament in Monte Carlo. Ned is familiar with the tournament and issurprised that Jax is going since the minimum bid per hand is $50K. Jaxsays that as luck would have it, he is being financed by the mostbeautiful, wealthy and mysterious woman in the world. That's me, says Vuncomfortably as she knocks over her drink.

Emily is trying out a new makeup technique on Liz, who likes the look.Emily gives her some samples and Liz thanks her saying that she will usethem the next time she goes out with Lucky. Emily asks if Liz thinksLucky is all right. Liz says he should be fine as long as he sticks tothe plan. Even so, Emily would feel better if Lucky would have letNikolas come along. Liz agrees, but laughingly says that if Nikolas hadgone along, he and Lucky probably would have just gotten into a fightabout where to hide and gotten caught by the blackmailer. Emily saysthat she knows Lucky has his reasons for not liking his brother, shethinks if he just gave him a chance, he would realize what an amazingguy Nikolas is. Liz, agrees, she likes Nikolas too, but pressuringLucky just makes him dig in. Emily comments that Liz seems to knowLucky really well. Liz replies with a smile that she's getting there.Emily asks if they ever tell each other secrets, like really personalstuff, even if the feelings are kind of weird. Liz says that Lucky isthe safest place she's ever known and she trusts him with her life.Emily asks if Lucky ever shares his feelings with Liz, out loud. Lizsmiles but doesn't say anything. Emily begs Liz to tell her. Lizlaughs and says, OK, OK, if I show you something, do you promise not tosay anything. Emily promises she won't say anything on the pain ofdeath. Liz jumps off the bed and runs over to the closet.

Lucky and Nikolas are at the docks waiting for the blackmailer. Luckytells Nikolas he can leave any time. Nikolas says he is the one whobrought Lucky into this, if anyone should leave, it should be him.Lucky says that Nikolas couldn't deal with this on his own. Nikolassays that his arm is falling asleep which prompts Lucky to ask if he ispacking it in. Nikolas replies that he is here to stay, end ofdiscussion. Resigned to the fact that Nikolas isn't going anywhere,Lucky says that they should at least get their signals straight. Oncethe person arrives to pickup the money, they should notice anything andeverything, including height, weight, and appearance. As soon as thecreep leaves, Lucky will follow him and Nikolas can go home. Nikolassays that no one appointed Lucky the ringleader. Nikolas almost sneezesand Lucky admonishes him for almost blowing it. As they continue toargue, they hear someone approaching.

Helena arrives on the docks and sits down on the bench. Nikolas andLucky discuss whether Helena is involved and decide that she probablyisn't. They joke that maybe she has a date. As Alexis arrives to waitfor a launch, Helena stands up and walks over. Alexis is startled andasks angrily what Helena wants. Helena replies that she has a newassignment for Alexis and she won't even have to leave Port Charles.

Liz plays the tape of the song that Lucky wrote for her for Emily. AsEmily listens and realizes that it is Lucky singing, Liz tells her thatLucky wrote the song for her. Emily is amazed and says that she thoughtthat kind of stuff happened in movies. Liz smiles to herself and hugsher pillow. As she lays back on the bed she says not always.

Ned, Jax and V continue their game, with Ned pretending that V is thecountess. He asks if she intends to keep her day job. She laughs andsays that the Monte Carlo thing is a month away and Jax might stillchange his mind. Jax makes her repeat after him, I bewitch, I charm,and if I want it I'll buy it. They laugh and Ned says that he thinksshe's got it. As they continue to play, Jax reminds her that noteveryone in Monte Carlo is honest. V realizes that Ned is looking ather cards. She gets flustered and says that they should probably callit a night. Jax offers to put her in a cab, but she says that the"countess" is perfectly capable of taking care of herself. After sheleaves, Ned offers to stake Jax for the tournament.

Mac and Felicia's romantic interlude is interrupted by the sound ofMac's beeper. Mac tries to explain to Felicia, but she says that sheunderstands! After he leaves, she sits down to work on her novel. Afew minutes later, the doorbell rings. Felicia thinks it's Mac and runsto the door. She is surprised to see V who asks if she can come in.Felicia asks what's up. V says she is there for a reality check. Sheis about to destroy Jax and she doesn't know how to prevent it.

Bobbie enters Monica's office to drop off some paperwork and asks whatis wrong when she sees how upset Monica is. Monica comes clean aboutAlan. She tells Bobbie that Alan is a drug addict and that he is livingin a dive on Cortland Street.

As Lucky's song ends, Emily says that it is so incredible. Liz says sheknows, it's the nicest gift she ever got. Emily says that a nice giftis a CD. Having someone write a song about you, especially someone youlike, that is beyond belief. She doesn't even go there in her wildestdreams. Liz asks where she does go in her dreams. Emily says there isalways the one where she gets kissed on New Year's eve by someonebesides her father, and the one where she goes to the prom with thehottest guy in school. But her favorite is the one about the prince.They meet in the woods and she knows right away that he loves her. Thatnight he climbs in her bedroom window. They kiss and he asks her tomarry him and she becomes queen of all she surveys. Emily laughs andsays that Liz must think she is a dork. Liz also laughs and says thateveryone has dreams, and sometimes they even come true. Like you andLucky is Emily's reply. Liz says that Lucky hasn't made her queen, buthe has made her realize that being raped wasn't the end of her life, insome ways, it's been the beginning. The two girls laugh together asthey have a popcorn fight.

As Lucky and Nikolas continue to eavesdrop, Alexis adamantly tellsHelena that she is wasting her time and that she will not accept anymore "assignments". Helena says she is disappointed, especially sinceAlexis knows the consequences. She tells Alexis that the only reasonshe is still alive is because she knows that she didn't try to kill heralone. Alexis and Luke Spencer conspired together, so she will wait forLuke to return to exact her revenge. Lucky whispers to Nikolas that ifhis father wanted Helena dead, she wouldn't be standing there rightnow. Nikolas says that Helena is lying, his uncle has warned him abouther his whole life. Helena tells Alexis that her bravado isimpressive, but she doesn't believe her. She thinks that Alexis is asterrified of her as ever. Helena tells Alexis that her new assignmentis to find out the net worth of Nikolas' estate and to report it to herASAP. An angry Nikolas starts to get up, but Lucky stops him tellinghim he is going to ruin everything.

Nikolas says that Helena is torturing Alexis and he has to dosomething. Lucky says to do it tomorrow, tonight is about Emily. Luckylooks over and sees that the money is still there. He says that if theyblow their cover now, it will ruin everything. Nikolas agrees.Meanwhile, Alexis refuses again to do what Helena wants. Helena askswhat is the harm, it's not like I'm asking you to carry out my planagainst Laura Spencer. She laughs and says she must admit that it mayturn out to be her masterpiece. At the mention of their mother, Luckyand Nikolas can no longer keep silent. They come out from their hidingplace and Lucky says, excuse me, but did I just hear you threaten mymother? Helena is flustered when she sees Nikolas and says what apleasant surprise. Nikolas demands that she answer Lucky's question andapologize to Alexis. Helena acts as if Nikolas and Lucky havemisunderstood what she said. She would never harm Laura, she is veryfond of her. Nikolas says if anything happens to Laura, he will holdher responsible and he again demands that she apologize to Alexis.Helena complies, but says that Nikolas is just confused and they candiscuss it later. Nikolas says that she is the one who is confused ifshe thinks she has a right to anything that is his. Helena replies thatshe would never take anything from Nikolas. She tells them to enjoytheir evening as she leaves. After she goes, Alexis thanks Lucky andNikolas for rescuing her. They ask if Alexis thinks Helena is reallyplanning a plot against Laura. Alexis replies that she thinks Helena isbluffing. Lucky asks if she is sure. Alexis says, reasonably. Luckyreplies that they need to know for sure and asks Alexis to find out.

Jax turns down Ned's offer. Ned asks why and Jax tells him that hedoesn't want Ned to own him financially and Ned could turn him in andsend him to jail. He asks Ned what he really wants. Ned says that hewants to loan Jax the money to rebuild his empire. He thinks Jax is aworthy corporate opponent and he misses that. Jax asks what he wouldhave to sign. Ned says he could just scribble the basics on a napkinand have Jax initial it. Jax laughs as says he would never borrow moneyfrom Ned. Ned says he could go to Monte Carlo and blow Jax's cover.Jax said that he knows Ned won't because of Brenda.

V tells Felicia her misgivings about posing as a countess. Felicia saysthat if Jax thinks V can do it, then she can. V tells Felicia aboutJax's rules and laments about how she can't even keep them straight,much less follow them. With her, Jax is bound to lose. She asksFelicia why Jax can't see that. Felicia says that she doesn't know whatshe can tell V about Monte Carlo, but she can say that whenever a manloses the love of his life, it is a long time before he is ready to moveon. V says that Jax isn't going to fall in love with her. Felicia saysthat sometimes love is in the last place you look for it. V asks if shegot that from her novel. Felicia says no, from her life. She cautionsV to be careful.

Emily asks Liz what it's like to feel the way she does about Lucky. Lizsays that there is a closeness between them, a connection. Emily says,he wrote a song about you, he got you through the worst moments of yourlife, he worries about you constantly and the best you can come up withto describe your feelings is a "connection". Liz says maybe there areno words to describe it.

Emily says that she is no expert, but could it be possible that Liz andLucky actually mean something to each other. Liz asks if that isn'twhat she said. Emily said that she has a connection with her scienceteacher. Liz says what she meant was that she trusts Lucky to be therewhen she needs him, not to do anything to hurt her, to like her for whatshe is and not what he wishes she would be. Emily says that that soundsa lot better. Liz tells Emily that the first time Lucky kissed her, sheran away. Emily asks why. Liz explains that it was an experiment, thatshe asked Lucky to do it so she could find out if she could ever benormal again. Liz says that Lucky barely touched her and she freaked.Emily asks what Lucky did. Liz tells her that Lucky blamed himself,felt terrible and then never mentioned it again. Liz tells Emily howafter that, she wondered if she would ever let anyone kiss her again,but then it all changed. She and Lucky were in the boxcar, the moon wasfull and beautiful and everything just seemed so clear and bright. Allof the sudden, the whole world just went away and it was nothing butLucky and her. Emily asks if that was when it happened. Liz says yes,it happened and it felt completely natural, like another way of sayinghello. And when it was over, Lucky took her hand and walked her home.Emily says oh my god, that is so beautiful.

Alexis assures Lucky and Nikolas that Helena is not plotting againstLaura. Lucky asks what about Luke. Alexis says that Helena is bluffingthere as well. Nikolas asks Alexis to please tell him if Helena doesanything else to threaten Laura. Alexis agrees and says that she is gladthat they got to see Helena in action, it will help them guard againsther in the future. She asks how much of the conversation they heard.Lucky says, enough. The launch arrives and Alexis leaves. Lucky andNikolas suddenly remember the money for the blackmailer. They run overto the hiding place and the money is gone.

Monica and Bobbie continue their discussion about Alan. Bobbie asks ifthere is any chance Alan might check himself into rehab. Monica saysshe doesn't think so. Bobbie says that maybe he just needs to bottomout. He will recover. When he is ready, he will ask for help, and thenMonica can be there for him.

Ned assures Jax that he will not get in his way in Monte Carlo. He saysthat he knows Brenda would want him to take the money and turn it intomillions. Ned says that when Lois left him, his wild side shut down,but Jax, he goes on the attack and risk everything. Jax says that hedoesn't know if his way is right. He can live without a fortune, but hecan't live without a challenge. Besides, he needs the distraction.After Ned leaves, Jax picks up the picture of him and Brenda. As hestares at the picture, he remembers another moment with Brenda.

Mac arrives home and he and Felicia go upstairs to finish what theybegan before his beeper went off.

Emily is telling Liz about the man of her dreams. She says he is reallyfriendly and really attractive, but she doesn't know if they are friendsor something more. Liz suggests that she ask her brothers for advice.Emily says that AJ would tell her not to throw herself on any guy andJason would just say, "if you know, you know, and if you don't youwon't". Liz laughs and says she guesses that leaves her, but that shedoesn't know how she can possibly help unless she knows who the fabulousmystery man is. Emily laughs and says like you haven't guessed. Lizteasingly says oh but how could I. They are interrupted by a knock onthe window. Emily is startled, but Liz says it's OK, it's just Lucky.Lucky climbs through the window and says hello. Both girls aresurprised to see Nikolas follow Lucky into the room. Nikolas explainsthat he decided to stake out the docks with Lucky and that he wanted tocome along to tell the girls what happened. Liz asks what happened.Nikolas says that they saw his grandmother harassing his Aunt Alexis andheard her threatening his, I mean our (as he looks at Lucky), mother.He and Lucky jumped out and stopped Helena. Lucky says that when theyfinished with Helena and Alexis, the money was gone. It was just one ofthose things, no one was to blame. Liz says that the important thing isthat Lucky and Nikolas are safe. Emily says that now that theblackmailer has $5,000, maybe he will back off. Lucky disagrees sayingthat getting the $5,000 was too easy, the blackmailer will definitely beback for more. Nikolas agrees and says that the blackmailer wants $20,000and that what he will try to get. Liz asks if they have any ideas whatto do next. Lucky says, actually, we've already decided.

Thursday, October 15, 1998

by Soap Central

Today's recap was provided by Jodi White.

Bobbie and Jerry arrive at a psychiatrist's office so Bobbie can discussTony's petition for custody of Lucas. Bobbie expresses her anger anddisbelief over Tony's petition. In light of Tony's recent escapades,Bobbie can't believe that she is the one who has to convince apsychiatrist that she is a fit mother. Bobbie apologizes to Jerry fordragging him into the mess. As Jerry reassures and calms her, Tonyenters the room and sarcastically thanks Bobbie for bringing Jerry alongso the doctor can see what a good influence he is on Lucas. Bobbieangrily asks if Tony is doing this to get back at him. Tony asks ifdepriving him of the right to see his son was for noble reasons. Bobbiesays that she was protecting Lucas. Tony points out that seeing a manarrested in his home isn't exactly the best "protection" for Lucas.Jerry, Tony and Bobbie continue to argue as the psychiatrist arrives.

Alan meets with his dealer and begs for an advance delivery even thoughhe doesn't have any money. The dealer refuses, but offers Alan the nameof a few pawn shops. Alan arranges to meet the dealer in an hour andpromises to have the money then.

The Q's are called to an emergency meeting of the board by Ned. As theyare about to begin, Katherine enters saying she can't believe they wouldtry to start the meeting without her.

Mike arrives at the motorcycle shop and finds Jason talking to Michaelabout motorcycles. He laughs and says he wishes he had a camera. Jasonexplains that Leticia's mother is still sick and Robin has class so heis in charge of Michael this afternoon. Mike asks if Robin is coming topick Michael up after class. Jason tells Mike that this morning he wasexplaining to Michael everything that has happened with Carly and howshe is doing everything she can to come home. He looked up and sawRobin watching him and she looked really sad like Jason had hurt her.She told Jason that Leticia's mother was sick and that she had class andthen she left. Mike tells Jason that he has a problem. What is goingto happen when Carly gets out? He understands why Robin is worried.Jason agrees that Carly usually has some stupid plan to get what shewants, but he won't let her hurt Robin. Mike asks what if Jason is thething that Carly wants. He is sure that Robin is worried about whetheror not there will be room in Jason's life for her once Carly comeshome. Jason says that he loves Robin not Carly. Mike points out thatJason also loves Michael and has said that Carly belongs with her son.Mike tells Jason that he has got to consider how this is going to work.

Tony tells the psychiatrist that his purpose for asking for full custodyof his son is motivated purely by love and his desire to be involved inhis son's life again. He lost him because he committed a crime, but hiscrime was motivated by the belief that the child he kidnapped was ingrave danger if he remained with his parents. He points out that Carlyis in an institution and Jason was the head of the mob. He alsopresents the psychiatrist with a letter of recommendation from theclinic where he has performed his community service. Tony goes on topoint out the recent events surrounding Jerry's arrest, and Lucas'hunger strike which resulted in his going into diabetic shock. Bobbieinterrupts to explain, but the doctor tells her that she will have herturn. Tony goes on to say that he has experienced the pain of losing adaughter and that he cannot bear the thought of losing a son who isalive and well.

Ned is on the phone while the Q's complain that he is typically wastingthere time after calling them all together. Lila and Monica sadlydiscuss Alan's situation while Ned continues his phone conversation. Asthe Q's continue waiting for Ned, Alan sneaks in the front door. Nedcompletes his phone call and apologizes for the delay. He explains thatthe phone call was relevant to the meeting and explains that he wants topropose hiring a new head of the ELQ legal department. He opens thedoor and Alexis enters the room. Edward explodes saying that Alexis isa Cassadine and cannot be trusted. Alexis agrees that they have everyright not to trust her as she is the one who defended Dr. Jones. Shegoes on to explain that she was coerced into defending Tony Jones byHelena's threats to kill her if she didn't. She is asking for theopportunity to earn back their trust. Meanwhile, Alan steals jewelryfrom a jewelry box.

Bobbie presents the doctor with letters of reference from friends,coworkers, the chief of staff of General Hospital and the commissionerof police. The doctor agrees to read them after the meeting and asks ifBobbie wants to speak in her own behalf. Bobbie explains that it isclear based on Tony's actions, that he is acting out of calculation andmalice. She loves her son and has been the one constant factor in hislife since Tony took off to have an affair with a woman half his age.Lucas knows that Bobbie will always be there for him. She explains thatshe and Jerry live in the same building, but not the same apartment.She and Jerry are friends and Lucas is very fond of him. Tonyinterrupts saying that of course Lucas likes Jerry. He bought him apony, with laundered money of course. Tony and Bobbie start to arguebut are stopped by the doctor. Bobbie confesses that she didn't realizethe depth of Lucas' emotions when Jerry was arrested. She should havepaid more attention to what Lucas was eating,. She loves her son morethan she loves her own life. She would be willing to put aside her ownanimosity in a minute if she thought that Tony would be a goodinfluence, but she doesn't believe that for a second. As the doctorbegins to discuss what Tony and Bobbie have said, Jerry interrupts andasks if he can say something.

Jason tells Mike that he can't be away from Michael, but that Carlywants to be with him too and that can't happen unless they are livingtogether. He doesn't know what to do and he can't ask Robin because itmakes her sad and mad and he doesn't know how to fix it. Mike suggeststhat he tell Robin that he loves her. He may think she already knowsit, but she's afraid of losing him and he has to reassure her. Robinneeds to know how important she is to Jason. Jason says that he lovesRobin and he never wants to be without her. When she left, it was likegetting shot. Like he was on fire from the inside and it never reallywent away until she came back. The worst day with Robin is better thanany day without her. As Robin arrives, Mike tells Jason to tell herthat.

Robin looks at Michael and says that whenever he is with Jason, he ispeaceful. She turns to Jason and says that she feels like there is acoldness under the surface between them. She asks if it is because ofwhat she said about Carly. She apologizes for making everything moredifficult. Jason says that she isn't, that it is hard for everyoneright now. They can't decide anything until Carly gets out and thewaiting is hard. Jason suggest that the three of them go for a ride andforget about everything for awhile. Robin happily agrees.

Jerry begins by saying that he realizes that he isn't the best characterreference, but that he has gotten to know Lucas pretty well lately. Hedoesn't know what Lucas was like before, but the Lucas he knows is agreat kid who is smart, funny and caring. Since he has been around, hehas witnessed a mother who, despite a very demanding job, makes everyeffort to see that her son has everything he could possibly want in theway of warmth and attention. If for a minute he thought that hispresence was a bad influence on Lucas he would leave. He hasn't hadmuch experience with kids, and he isn't a saint, but he knows that heand Lucas have connected. The doctor says that they all have madeexcellent points. Her recommendation is that Tony be allowed supervisedweekly visits for the time being. Tony thanks the doctor profusely.The doctor tells Tony that he walks a very fine line and she advises himto be prudent.

As Alan sneaks down the stairs with the stolen jewelry, Lila, upset byAlan's predicament, retires to her room. The Q's continue theirdiscussion about Alexis as their corporate counsel. As the matter goesto a vote, Katherine happily casts the tie breaking "nay" vote. Edwardis delighted with the outcome and tells Alexis she is free to leave.Ned asks Katherine to explain her vote. Katherine says that she agreeswith Edward that introducing a Cassadine brings too many risks. Nedsays that since ELQ has passed, he is hiring Alexis as counsel for L&Brecords. AJ tells Katherine that she may have made an enemy, but thathe has some proposals he'd like her to look over. As the Q's leave,Katherine tells Alexis that she got what she deserved. Alexis notesthat Katherine and Edward are very fond of each other and it must bevery comforting. Katherine replies that it beats falling off aCassadine parapet.

Jason and Robin make preparations for their afternoon excursion withMichael. Bobbie arrives saying that she has to talk to Jason aboutsomething really important. She asks if she can visit Carly in Jason'splace this week. Jason is reluctant to agree. As Robin leaves to getMichael in the car for the trip, Bobbie comments that Robin is probablyworried about Carly. Jason says that Carly knows he loves Robin.Bobbie replies that that doesn't mean she won't try to change it. Jasonsays that she can't. Bobbie says that that is why she wants to be therefor her. The more Carly trusts Bobbie and feels safe with her, the morechance Bobbie has of getting Carly to be reasonable when she finds outthat she is going to be living at Robin's cottage. Jason tells Bobbiethat Carly already knows. Bobbie asks how Carly reacted. Just likeCarly, is Jason's reply.

Edward and Katherine gleefully discuss Ned's failure to appoint Alexisas ELQ's corporate counsel. Meanwhile, Ned apologizes to Alexis. Hetells her to forget L&B. He wants he to help him reacquire Katherine'sELQ stock. It will mean working very closely together for long, longhours. Far into the night. Alexis says that she thinks she is going tolike this job.

AJ ask Monica if Alan is really all right or if she just made that upfor Lila's sake. Monica says that she was hoping that is she couldconvince Lila, she could convince herself.

Alan keeps his scheduled appointment with the dealer and buys drugs withthe money he got from hawking the jewelry he stole from the Q's.

Jason agrees to let Bobbie visit Carly in his place. Bobbie thanks himand promises to be careful. Jason says that he knows everything willwork out.

Friday, October 16

by Starla Gist

At The Ferncliff ClinicBobbie shows up to see Carly in Jason's place which makes Dr. Evans a bit suspicious. He tells Bobbie that he only allows Jason to visit as a part of a therapeutic tool and for him to send her in his place is very distressing. Bobbie tells him that she is Carly's mother after all. Dr. Evans says isn't it true the last time you came to visit, Carly didn't even recognize you. Bobbie tells him that Carly's mind was playing tricks on her that day. Dr. Evans then accuses Bobbie for being the cause of most of Carly's problems. An appalled Bobbie defends herself and tells the doctor whatever he may think of her, Carly is her daughter and she wants to see her. Dr. Evans then tells Bobbie that Carly told him everything about the day Bobbie found her in bed with Tony. Bobbie tells him no matter what she and Carly have gone through in the past they are trying to get past that now. Still not convinced, he asks if she came to say "I love you". Bobbie says no, anyone can say I love you, I am here to see my daughter and to find out if she needs anything. Dr. Evans lets Bobbie visit with Carly and is a little taken aback when Carly recognizes Bobbie. He then tells Carly that if Bobbie's presence is upsetting her, then he can tell Bobbie to leave. Carly tells him she's not upset at seeing Bobbie and wants her to stay. Bobbie tells her that its good to see her and goes over and gives her a hug. As they visit, Dr. Evans sits and monitors there visit, but then eventually leaves them alone. Once they are alone, Carly still keeps up her charade of being mentally unbalanced and Bobbie tells her daughter that she can cut the crap, because Jason has told her everything and she knows that Carly is faking her illness. A stunned Carly can't believe that Jason told her everything. Bobbie gets upset at Carly for getting herself into this mess and they end up arguing. Carly says that she only did what she had to do. Bobbie says that she can't believe that Carly got herself committed there for 6 months, especially when she has Michael to consider. Carly says that everything that she has done is for Michael.

At The GarageRobins shows up to find out if Jason is there, but runs into Mike who is watching baby Michael. Mike starts talking about the arrangement that Robin is going to have to deal with once Carly is released from Ferncliff. Robin admits to Mike that she is worried that Jason is vulnerable to Carly's manipulations because of his love for Michael. Mike gives Robin some fatherly advice about dealing with the situation involving Carly and Jason. Robin says that Carly is not the one causing the crisis in their lives, it is her. Mike says that Jason knows that Carly is coming home, and that Jason just wants them to all get along. Robin agrees and says that Jason doesn't realize how vulnerable Carly's return makes her feel. Mike tells her that she has more power than she realizes, because Michael has bonded with her. Robin feels a little better and Mike leaves. Robin goes into the other room and AJ arrives. Robin returns to find AJ talking to Michael. AJ tells her pointedly that Michael is still there and that he is not going to steal him. He says that he is there to tell her that if she needs him as a friend, he is there for her. Robin tells AJ that she doesn't thing he will steal Michael and the two of them also end up discussing Carly. AJ wondered how Carly could get away with always getting people to forgive her actions. Robin doesn't comment much on it because she receives a call telling her that there is the potential for flash flooding in the area around the cottage. Robin then tried to find someone to watch Michael while she went to check on the cottage. AJ offers to babysit Michael and promises not to move a muscle from the garage. After much hesitation, Robin agreed and left Michael and AJ at the garage together.

At The Photo StudioNikolas, Emily, Lucky and Liz break into the photo studio to try to find clues about Emily's blackmailer. As they are looking for the particular shot that was used. Liz finds the folder with the proofs and then she and Emily start looking through them. While the guys look through the dozens of contact sheets, Liz spots a Cinderella like gown and Emily persuades Liz to try on one of the elegant gowns from the models' rack. Liz is hesitant, but agrees to try the gown on. Emily then fixes Liz's hair and with her all dressed up, she looks very glamorous. Emily comments on how Liz's style has changed from dressing really "hot", to now hardly dressing up at all. Liz acknowledges and tells Emily that the rape has change a lot about the way she carries herself now. The guys come to find them because they think they have found the picture and Lucky stops short, when he sees Liz all dressed up. Lucky and Nikolas are impressed by the transformation especially Lucky who can't seem to take his eyes off of Liz. Emily has Nikolas teach Liz how to formal dance and as she gets the steps down, Lucky cuts in and they start to dance. (I think this is suppose to remind us of Luke and Laura dancing in the department store way back when) Emily and Nikolas watch as Liz and Lucky dance and Lucky can't seem to get over how beautiful Liz is. As they continue dancing, Lucky jokes about them turning back into pumpkins once the dance is over. While Nikolas lets Emily know that he thinks he has found the picture.

On Spoon IslandAs a thunderstorm moves over Port Charles, Stefan slyly maneuvers his way into lunching alone with Laura on Spoon Island. After anxiously awaiting her arrival, Stefan sees Laura arriving and then quickly uses the phone to leave Laura a message that Nikolas could not make it for lunch just minutes before Mrs. Landsbury announces her arrival. Upon learning that Nikolas is not there, Laura gets ready to head back, but Stefan convinces her the least he can do is fix her a lunch since she has came all this way. Laura hesitates and Stefan convinces her to at least wait until the storm lets up to which Laura agrees. Alone with Stefan on Spoon Island, Laura and Stefan begin to reminisce about a magic moment they shared during another storm years ago in Greece. Laura has flashback to the time on the island when she was talking to Stefan about how his family treats him. She tells a unsure Stefan how much better of a man that he is than Stavros and that Stavros was always jealous of him. Stefan says that Helena has always played with his life. She wonders why he lets his family treat him as a fool, but he tells her that he will get his revenge. Stefan walks up to Laura in real time and brings her out of the memory flash and then realizes that she was remembering them on the island. Laura covers by telling Stefan that she doesn't spend as much time in the past as he does. He doesn't buy it and reminds her of being in the stables on the island during a storm, where they declared their love and Laura was planning all kinds of pranks on Helena. They laughed together and then kissed. Not wanting to go back there with Stefan, Laura brings Stefan back to the present and tells him she has to go now. As she is out of the room getting her coat from Mrs. Landsbury, Stefan gets a phone call he set up telling him that there is a small craft warning and Laura can't leave till tonight. A nervous Laura doesn't know if she'll be able to be around Stefan and the memories they once shared together and declares that she must get home or she'll swim. Stefan reminds her of another time she threatened to swim home. Laura yells at him to stop, saying that and to just let her be a memory to him. She cannot return his feelings now, and he should know that. He says that he wasn't aware that he asked her for anything. Stefan then confesses that it must be terrible being her, knowing that there is one man who will do anything for her. He goes on and on about having some one love her, reaching across the bed for her, etc, etc. She then gets so upset by his words that she runs out into the rain. He follows her and calls out her name.

Outside, Laura is running and Stefan is calling her "Lasha" and telling her not to go. He catches up to her and she tells him that she can't do it anymore. Its hard for her, she is vulnerable and too lonely right now. Stefan puts her coat around her and she lays her head on his shoulder. He holds her and comforts her and then begins to caress her face. He then bends down to kiss her and they start kissing each other very passionately........