Week In Review 4/29/24-5/3/24 on #GeneralHospital via @stacyamiller85 @GeneralHospital #GH #GH61

A weekly column highlighting the Port Charles happenings during the past week on General Hospital. Read below to find out what you missed or to refresh your memory in time for next week.

Monday

Kristina (Kate Mansi) was in the park working out when she felt the baby kick. She sat down on a bench when Dex (Evan Hofer) approached asking whether she was alright. “That depends on you,” Kristina answered. Michael (Chad Duell) and Willow (Katelyn MacMuellen) had an Aurora meeting with Drew (Cameron Mathison). John (Adam Harrington) asked for Jason (Steve Burton) when Carly (Laura Wright) saw him. He explained since he was staying at The Metro Court, he thought he should meet the new owner. “You’re looking at her,” Carly said with a smile. Anna (Finola Hughes) came to debrief Jason about Pikeman, telling him she thought Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) was involved big time. At Pentonville, Valentin signed the visitor log that he was meeting with Nikolas Cassadine. But instead, met with Jack Brennan (Charles Mesure). Nikolas was surprised to see Ava (Maura West) was there to see him. Drew told Michael and Willow he was contacted by a non-profit looking for a spokesperson to raise awareness and he thought she’d be perfect for it. Carly told John how Jason brought half interest in The Metro Court and gave it to her. John commented she didn’t strike him as someone who’d accept a gift like that. Anna explained to Jason about her, Brennan and Valentin’s WSB connection and told him how she believed Valentin was more involved with Pikeman than he admits. Anna told Jason when it came to Valentin her judgment was compromised. Valentin was impressed Jack had free rein to walk around Pentonville unaccompanied. He told him how Sonny (Maurice Benard) was coming to rely on Ava Jerome. Ava told Nikolas she wanted to see him before he was transferred. She also told him her relationship with Sonny had evolved. Kristina asked Dex whether her father asked him to kill Cyrus (Jeff Kober). Ava told Nikolas she wasn’t in love with Sonny, adding she was glad for Avery’s (Ava and Grace Scarola) sake she wasn’t on the brink of a custody battle with Sonny. Nikolas said Ava got off on being in Sonny’s inter circle of trust. Carly told John taking her hotel back wasn’t for her but was for Jason. Valentin told Valentin Alan Jacobs a.k.a Jason Morgan’s government credentials checked out. Jack and Valentin wondered who coerced Jason. “The answer has three letters, the only question is which ones” Jack said. Willow told Drew she’d get back to him, adding being a bone marrow receipt gave her her life back so she wanted to do the same for everyone. Just then, Nina (Cynthia Watros) interrupted the meeting. Dex admitted it was true. Kristina apologized for her dad putting him through that. Dex told Kristina after the shooting in Puerto Rico, Sonny became volatile. Josslyn was out for a run and saw them talking. “Kristina, is something wrong?” Josslyn (Eden McCoy) asked. Anna told Jason about shooting Charlotte (Scarlett Fernandez). Anna told Jason that to her, Valentin was a father first and a person of interest second. Jack and Valentin reasoned the CIA was the agency that positioned Jason inside Pikeman. Valentin told Jack that Sonny’s erratic behavior would help them with their Jason Morgan problem. “We eliminate Jason and pin it on Sonny,” Jack said. After Willow and Michael left his office, Nina asked Drew what the plan was for payback against Carly and Jason. Kristina told Josslyn she asked Dex about what she told her and she was right. Josslyn said looking back she didn’t have to tell her the way she did. “Trust me, Anna’s not going to be a problem,” Valentin assured Jack. Jason asked Anna to try to get a read on Valentin. “You may not trust your own judgment. But I do and I always will” Jason told Anna. Jason told Anna he had his own reasons to talk with this guy Dex. John arrived at Corinthos Coffee and demanded to know why the investigation into Pikeman had stalled. John warned Jason either he figured out a way to get him what he wanted on Pikeman or Carly loses the hotel again “Because she’ll be up on RICO charges.” Willow and Michael arrived at The Metro Court dining room. After greeting Carly who left, Willow asked Michael what she thought she should do about Drew’s offer. Drew locked the door and he and Nina began kissing. Josslyn told Dex the PCPD would be lucky to have him. Ava told Nikolas how she’s glad after looking down her nose at her for years, Carly is finally getting what she deserved. Ava told Nikolas how Sonny’s only getting a quarter of his medication and while she’s trying to find out who’s doing it, she’s looking out for him. “Are you saying you haven’t told Sonny?” Nikolas asked. Josslyn told Dex she’s done things that she wasn’t proud of that didn’t make her feel like herself. She said because she knows she messed up too. “I shouldn’t stand in judgment of anybody else and that includes you.” Drew and Nina had sex in his office again. Nikolas warned Ava she was playing with fire. Ava assured Nikolas she knew what she was doing. Michael told Willow if she decided she was going to take the job to be sure it was what she wanted. John reminded Jason that Carly stayed free as long as he did what the FBI asked him to do. John told Jason to renew his contacts and find out how Pikeman is moving shipments through Port Charles and when they planned to do it again. Jason nodded and left the room. “I do what I have to get the results I need,” John told Anna. Jack urged Valentin to keep his distance. “The more time you spend with Anna, the greater chance you risk giving yourself away.”

Tuesday

Nina (Cynthia Watros) regrets having sex with Drew (Cameron Mathison) again. As they fix their clothes, Willow (Katelyn MacMuellen) knocks on the door. Natalia (Eva LaRue) came to see Maxie (Kristen Storms) to discuss her daughter’s contract with Deception. She commented about all the Quartermaine involved with her Blaze’s (Jacqueline Grace Lopez) career. Leo, Olivia (Lisa LoCierco), Wiley and Michael (Chad Duell) prepared to taste test the chicken dish Sasha (Sofia Mattsson) made. Jason (Steve Burton) sought out Dex (Evan Hofer) at the Brown Dog Bar to talk about Sonny (Maurice Benard). Jason told Dex he was there because he promised Josslyn (Eden McCoy) he’d protect him from Sonny trying to have him killed. Dex assured he could protect himself. Anna (Finola Hughes) joined Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) at The Metro Court Bar. He commented that being police commissioner suited her. Drew made a call saying housekeeping didn’t need to clean his office. Nina realized she was late for a meeting with an old family friend who was a congressman. But fortunately, he had rescheduled. Drew wanted to attend the meeting if it had anything to do with Crimson. Sasha told Cody (Josh Kelly) she was auditioning to be the Quartermaine’s new cook, adding the position came with room and board. She asked Cody whether it would cramp his style if she worked and lived there too. Michael, Wiley, Leo and Olivia liked the dish Sasha made. In fact, Leo said the spaghetti was better than his mother’s. Natalia expressed concern about how Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) seemed prone to changing careers, which made her concerned about her being her daughter’s business manager. Jason questioned Dex about Sonny’s business dealings with Pikeman. Valentin told Anna he took Charlotte (Scarlett Fernandez) back to boarding school, suggesting now that Charlotte wasn’t around, maybe they (he and Anna) could see each other again. Nina agreed to introduce Drew to the congressman as long as he promised this wouldn’t happen again. Willow knocked on the door again. Drew opened it and pretended to be surprised the door was locked. Dex told Jason about Valentin meeting with Hugh from Pikeman the same day of The Metro Court shooting. Valentin asked whether he could take her to dinner, Anna said she needed to think about whether she wanted to go down that road again. She received a text from Jason and had to leave. Cody assured Sasha it was okay with him that she worked and lived there. Willow told Nina if Drew could let go of his anger, maybe she could too. Natalia didn’t want Brook Lynn to consider being Blaze’s manager something fun to do while planning her wedding. Maxie assured Brook Lynn wasn’t like that and was very grounded. Anna was surprised to see Dex with Jason. She gave him his acceptance letter to the police academy. After Dex left, Jason told Anna how Dex told him Valentin met with Pikeman contact Hugh the day of The Metro Court shooting. Willow asked Drew questions about the position and thought it sounded like something she’d love to do, especially as it would give her more flexibility to spend time with Wiley and Amelia. Nina told Maxie how Willow spoke with her because she thought they were friends now, adding Willow was wrong because they still hated each other. “Even the sex was hateful” Nina slipped. Olivia offered Sasha the job as the Quartermaine cook. She reminded Cody there would be no sneaking into Sasha’s bedroom in the middle of the night due to the impressionable children that lived there. Maxie commented it would be funny Drew was the reason Nina got her family back. Jason showed Anna the date stamped photo Dex took of Valentin’s meeting with Hugh. Anna realized Valentin’s been lying to her about everything. And it was obvious Valentin did more for Pikeman than just meetings. Anna commented about the WSB trainings she and Valentin had. “He’s very good but I’m better,” Anna told Jason. She called Valentin and told him she would have dinner with him.

Wednesday

Drew (Cameron Mathison) met with Curtis (Donnell Turner) and asked him whether he was interested in running Aurora’s wellness division. Aiden came to GH to drop off some cupcakes he made for Amy’s (Risa Dorken’s birthday. Maxie (Kristen Storms) told Scott (Kin Shriner) she needed him to talk to Lucy (Lynn Herring) because she was convinced she was Deception’s Home & Heart spokesperson. TJ (Taj Bellows) questioned Kristina (Kate Mansi) about whether she was getting enough sleep, especially since Molly (Kristen Vaganos) told her how she came over late after Josslyn (Eden McCoy) upset her. Natalia (Eva LaRue) arrived at The Invader and introduced herself to Alexis (Nancy Grahan). She told her about meeting Kristina’s dad and commented about Kristina being close with her family which is why she’s carrying her sister’s baby. Kristina assured TJ that she was okay and straightened things out with Josslyn. TJ said they had to keep Kristina safe…even if it meant keeping her away from that part (Sonny) of the family. “Why is there paint on your backpack?” Elizabeth asked Aiden. Nina (Cynthia Watros) again walked into Drew’s office while he was in a meeting. She agreed with him that Curtis would be good for Aurora. Aiden told Elizabeth he wasn’t watching where he put his backpack during art class. Natalia told Alexis she was concerned for her daughter and worried about Allie (Jacqueline Grace Lopez) if people wrongly assumed the baby Kristina was carrying was theirs. Kristina assured TJ she’s been taking care of herself and that included seeing her family. “Really TJ…what was that all about?” Molly asked after Kristina left. Nina urged Curtis to make sure he knew what he was getting into before getting into bed with Drew so to speak. Scott told Lucy her appearance on Home & Heart was a disaster. Maxie added that Lucy wasn’t responsible for the skyrocketing sales of their new product. Alexis was insulted when Natalia referred to Kristina as just a bartender who may hurt Blaze’s image. After Natalia left her office, Alexis left a voicemail for Diane (Carolyn Henessy). Kristina asked TJ whether he meant now that Kristina was their surrogate they could never get rid of her. Drew told Nina about the job offer he made to Willow (Katelyn MacMuellen). Nina told Drew he could join her meeting with the congressman. Portia (Brooke Kerr) met Curtis at The Metro Court dining room. He told her about Drew’s job offer. Portia worried if Curtis divided his time between Aurora and The Savoy, it may give Selina Woo (Lydia Look) an opening to take over The Savoy. Maxie told Lucy their high sales were due to purchasing the Deception product after Sasha appeared in Home & Heart. TJ told Molly his concern wasn’t just over Sonny but Kristina too as once their baby was born, she may question their parenting style and insert herself into their lives. Kristina came to her mother’s office and told Alexis about TJ wanting her to distance herself from her father. She referred to the baby as her baby when it kicked. Alexis made a concerned look when Kristina commented about the baby getting the way it kicked from her. TJ told Molly “You and me and baby makes three.” Portia told Curtis he’d miss him being home and having him all to herself. Curtis called Drew and told him he thought about his offer and was in.

Thursday

Tracy (Jane Eliott) was annoyed the kids were home for Spring Break. Maxie (Kristen Storms) and Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) were there for the spokesmodel screen test for the new Deception face cream. Tracy then sought out Olivia (Lisa LoCierco) and asked why she thought it a good idea to hire Sasha (Sofia Mattson) as the new cook. Everyone at GH was looking for Nurse Baldwin. Willow (Katelyn MacMuellen) agreed to pick Aiden up from school for Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). Michael (Chad Duell) assured the kids the new cook would be great. Lucy (Lynn Herring) and Scott (Kin Shriner) arrived for the spokesmodel screenshot. Willow brought Aiden to the gatehouse. Sasha gave spokes modeling instruction. Cody (Josh Kelly) asked Georgie to watch the littles as the kids went to play in the hay. Tracy was annoyed when another kid (Aiden) entered. She asked him to grab a cookbook, turn it to any page and point. Tracy told Sasha what Aiden pointed to was what she wanted for dinner. Tracy picked another recipe when Sasha asked whether she was sure the kids wanted pate. Sasha asked Aiden to help her cut vegetables. Brook Lynn’s screen test was a flop. Lucy said she’d show them how it’s done. Michael returned home with Amelia and suggested Willow get some rest. Tracy joined Gregory (Gregory Harrison) on the patio and told him about Olivia hiring Sasha as the new cook. Lucy’s screen test wasn’t that much better than Brook Lynn’s. Tracy commented to Gregory how she wished she had taken more risks in her life. Cody suggested Sasha move in with him, adding she could have the bed and he’d pull out a cot. Scott recorded Lois (Rena Sofer) as she showed Brook Lynn how to demonstrate the face cream. Willow told Michael about the job working for the non-profit. Willow told Michael how she valued her independence and needed to do something meaningful while having time to spend with her kids. Michael told Willow he was on board with whatever she decided. Gregory told Tracy he believed they were put on earth to love one another. Lucy told Lois she could be the product spokesperson for Deception. Tracy liked what Sasha prepared for lunch and told her the cook’s position was hers adding she didn’t have to audition anymore and could prepare whatever she wanted for dinner. Willow and Michael were startled by a loud crashing noise downstairs. Wiley and James’ racing caused them to break the plate holding the lunch Wiley was bringing to Michael. And Cody stopped Wiley from going upstairs and catching his parents in the act. Michael commented to Willow he’d have to give Cody a raise.

Friday

Trina (Tabayana Ali) and Josslyn went dragging through the park. Josslyn told Trina she wasn’t sure of her future anymore. Nina (Cynthia Watros) told Drew (Cameron Mathison) not to mess up the meeting with the congressman. Alexis (Nancy Grahan) asked Sam (Kelly Monaco) and Molly’s (Kristen Vaganos) advice on the suit she should wear for the hearing. Sonny (Maurice Benard) gave Dante (Dominic Zamprogna) new boxing gloves and since it’s the least he could do for the only person in his family he could trust. Carly (Laura Wright) came to see Sonny and told Ava (Maura West) she’d wait for him to return. The congressman greeted Nina and asked who Drew was. Kristina shared how it felt being pregnant with Sam and Alexis. Josslyn told Trina she wasn’t sure whether she wanted to commit all the years it took to being a doctor. Carly told Ava she’d speak with her ex-husband and the father of her children any time she wanted. Sonny told Dante how Carly accepted help from Jason (Steve Burton) and not him. After Sam left, Kristina commented how she understood her sister’s feelings about Danny spending time with his father. Drew explained how he was there to speak with the congressman about something important. Trina told Josslyn how although she’s still grieving Spencer (Nicholas Chavez), she wanted to find something to be excited about. Dex smiled at Josslyn as the PCPD cadets ran by. Sonny urged Dante not to trust Dex. Although intrigued by Drew’s proposal to beautify and expand the waterfront to bring revenue into Port Charles, he told him he couldn’t help him. Kristina told Alexis she didn’t want to be micromanaged. Sonny returned home and was surprised to find Carly there. Ava left the room when Carly said she wanted to speak with Sonny alone about Donna. Dante told Sam his concern was protecting his father, so what kind of cop did that make him? The congressman told Drew he had stage 4 cancer and was just finishing out his term. Drew suggested supporting the project could be his legacy. The congressman asked Nina what she thought. Sam assured Dante he was as much a concerned son as he was a good cop. Carly told Sonny she wasn’t going to bring Donna over for sleepovers or anything else. His manner gave her a thought. Carly ran into the bathroom and pulled out one of his prescription bottles and asked whether Sonny was taking his medication. Kristina told Alexis how TJ (Taj Bellows) and Molly were missing out on the joy of the pregnancy with their planning. Alexis asked Kristina whether she was beginning to think of the baby as hers. While Dex got dressed after his PCPD training, Josslyn assured Trina her decision not to pursue medicine as a career had nothing to do with him. Dante told Sam if he wasn’t willing to put his father away for his illegal activities, maybe he wasn’t fit to wear the badge. Sonny assured Carly he was taking his medication and ordered her to leave. After she was gone, Sonny told Ava he was okay and didn’t care what Carly thought.

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