General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

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General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH
General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

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General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

Monday August 24, 1998

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Jason runs to Robin, picks her up, and they are only a short distance fromthe car when it explodes. They fall to the ground. Jason then carriesRobin further away from the car. Ned calls 911 as everyone comes out ofLuke's. Jax holds Brenda back and Mike keeps Mac back. Mac wants to go toRobin and he asks Jason if she is breathing. Everyone is upset andanxiously watching Robin. Jason cries and pleads with her not to die.Jason is also worried about Michael so Mike asks Emily to call the nanny tofind out if Michael is fine. Emily makes the call and is Mike tells JasonMichael is fine. After several agonizing minutes, Robin slowly opens hereyes. Relief sweeps through the crowd. Later, Mac tells Robin he willcome to the hospital with her and afterwards he wants her to come home withhim. She asks him not to come to the hospital because she knows how angryhe is. He agrees not to come but tells her to tell Jason that tomorrowmorning he wants some answers.

Liz and Lucky talk about his visit from Luke. Lucky tells Liz thatLuke is leaving and if he isn't around...it feels unfinished. Lizcorrectly observes that if Luke leaves Lucky won't have anyone to hate. Liz tells Lucky Laura could probably use a little understanding right now,from him. He tells her she's relentless, but smiles as he says it. Hesays he has to go but then asks if he can stay. Liz says she keeps his bedready just in case.

Brenda suggests to Jax that Jerry set the bomb. Jax blames himself becausehe brought Robin back from Paris. He says he doesn't know Jerry as well ashe once thought but he's not ready to accept the thought of him as a coldblooded killer. He will give him the benefit of the doubt, at least checkout his alibi. He promises Brenda if Jerry set the car bomb he will turnhim over to the police himself. Later, Brenda and Jax confront Jerry aboutthe bomb. Jerry denies planting the bomb. He explains his whereaboutsbetween the time he left Luke's and the time he met Bobbie. Brendabelieves Jerry but worries they will never be able to keep Robin safe.

Mac tells Felicia about the bombing. He tells her he wasn't close enoughto do anything but he was close enough to look right at them when the limoexploded. Felicia says, "oh, Mac, I'm so sorry." Mac says he is sorry hedidn't keep Robin safe and he is sorry he ever agreed to accept her lovefor Jason. They later argue over Robin staying with Jason and the factthat Felicia wanted Mac to leave them alone. Mac apologizes to Felicia butshe says she should have realized the danger and supported his effort tokeep them apart. He says he was wrong, they couldn't have prevented whathappened.

Jason believes Marino is the one who set the bomb. He gives orders fortightened security and a check to see if any of his men are working withMarino, including Justus. He will also pay for Renaldo's funeral. He sayshe will retaliate soon, before Marino has the chance to try it again.

After sharing a tender moment with Michael, Jason tells Robin he almostbrought Michael to Luke's. He says the person who set that bomb didn'tcare about killing her, Renaldo, and he wouldn't have cared about killingMichael. Jason says he hopes she understands he has to do something aboutthis. She says she understands he loves them both very much and he willdo whatever it takes to keep them safe. She also says she knows there ismore than one way and she has faith he will choose the best way foreveryone. He tells her, "I love you, no matter what, I love you." Robintells him she loves him too and that's all that matters. Jason laterexplains to Michael that Renaldo can't take care of him anymoreRecap --->

Tuesday, August 25, 1998

Please note that some events may be missing due to pre-emptions about Hurricane Bonnie and the bombing in Cape Town, South Africa.

The Quartermaines discuss the bombing. Alan is drugged out, and everyone else is oblivious. Monica asks him if he's okay and Alan makes excuses. Monica blames Jason's accident for changing everything and AJ gets upset. Monica apologizes to AJ and Edward sets up a meeting with his judge friend to try (again!) for custody of Michael. Taggert shows up unexpectedly and says he wants to question Emily. AJ refuses and Taggert makes certain innuendoes to Monica and Alan. After he leaves, AJ blows up at them, asking why they let Taggert walk all over them. They make excuses. Monica suggests a truce.

Jason tells Robin that he won't let her die and that nothing like that is ever going to happen again. He asks her if she wants to leave. She asks him how he knew the car was going to explode. He says that he saw a metal plate on the hubcap and the way she turned and smiled reminded him too much of the way Lily died. Garcia arrives and takes Jason down to the station. He asks Robin to call Justus. At the station, Mac repeatedly questions Jason, but Jason refuses to say a word. Mac tells him that the bomb had been set off by a remote detonator. Jason asks where Justus is. Finally Justus arrives, completely out of it. Jason takes off and Justus follows, apologizing. Mac orders Taggert to stay on Jason full time.

At the penthouse Jason asks what the heck Justus was doing, and why he was drunk at Luke's. Did you sell me out? Jason asks. Did you tell someone how to kill me or just try to do it yourself? Justus swears he had nothing to do with the bombing and that he won't let his personal problems interfere with his professional life again.

Luke calls Alexis and says that he's leaving town. He tells her that she'll have to get Helena without him and that she'll be just fine. You are a princess, Natasha, Luke says. You are better than all the Cassadines and you don't need them. On Spoon Island, Stefan has another vision of Katherine. I'm letting you go to live the life you've always wanted, she says. Nikolas, Alexis and a mystery guest have been invited for lunch. Nik and Alexis arrive and the three of them talk about Alexis' role in the family, now that it's public knowledge that she's Stefan's sister. Alexis tells them about Luke leaving town. Helena arrives--she's the mystery guest. Stefan asks her to join in their meal, but she refuses and demands to know why she's been invited. Stefan tells her that he's drawn up some new rules for her behavior that she must abide by, including not harassing Alexis or Nikolas. Alexis and Nikolas get into the game and start throwing other "rules" her way, like no posing for nude photos, etc. Stefan forbids Helena to ever set foot on the island again. Helena is sputtering when Garcia shows up--and arrests her for Katherine's murder. Garcia asks Stefan if there is anything else illegal Helena has done that he can charge her for. Stefan mentions the Ice Princess diamond, saying it was last seen with Helena. Garcia takes Helena away, but not before she vows to get revenge.

In a bank, Luke takes out a large diamond from a safe deposit box. Hello Princess, he saysRecap --->

Wednesday, August 26, 1998

Brenda discovers that Luther was with her mother the night he was supposed to be performing at Luke's. Veronica later shows up where Brenda and Robin are having lunch. As soon as she arrives, Brenda throws a glass of water in her face. Veronica in turn, throws a glass of water in Brenda's face.

Felicia runs into Laura at the hospital. Felicia tells her she admires her for testifying at Stefan's trial. Laura goes on to tell her Luke has left town.

Helena is furious when she is arrested. Stefan, Alexis, and Nikolas stand by and occasionally taunt her as her jewelry is taken away. Nikolas tells her he hopes she grows into a gnarled old woman and dies in a jail cell. Helena tells Stefan she will see him soon.

Alexis and Dara talk about the cases they have tried. Alexis says she wasn't aware Dara is in love with Justus. Taggert overhears the conversation.

Laura tells Felicia she knows Luke will come back eventually. Felicia says sometimes eventually isn't good enough. Laura says she owes Luke some time.

Robin excuses herself to go to the police station. Brenda and Veronica argue over Luther. Brenda says to Veronica, "not only are you a slut, you're a liar."

Bobbie declines a picnic with Jerry. Jerry asks what's wrong and she tells him her brother has left time and she's gotten some very distressing calls. She knows about the explosion, his impromptu dinner with her was conveniently timed. Jerry tells her he wouldn't use her to cover a crime. He denies setting the bomb. Jerry asks Bobbie if she believes him. She does. Jerry tries to convince Bobbie to come to Tuscany with him. He says they can bring Lucas too. Bobbie says Lucas is already too close and he she won't let him get hurt again. Jerry tries to assure her he won't hurt Lucas. Bobbie says they should take a break. Jerry doesn't agree but he says he will wait for now but the conversation isn't over. He kisses her and walks away.

Robin is questioned by Taggert. Nikolas sits in with her as she is questioned. Taggert is surprised she didn't feel like she was being set up since she was alone on the street with no cover.

Veronica says she made a mistake, she was trying to connect with Brenda. Brenda asks her if she has any idea how twisted that sounds. She tells Veronica L&B is just a business, not her heart and soul. Veronica tried to hurt her but she didn't. She tells Veronica to go back to wherever she came from because she doesn't want anything to do with her.

Bobbie visits Laura. Bobbie asks Laura if Luke knew of her relationship with Stefan or that she was at Wyndemere the night of Katherine's death. Laura says she won't discuss her marriage. Laura says this is between her and Luke but Bobbie says it is between Laura, Luke, and Stefan. She then asks Laura where that leaves her kids.

Stefan later visits Laura. She confides her frustrations about Luke and her kids. When Stefan asks if there is anything he can do to help, she asks him to keep his distance. She says she will work Nikolas into her life but she doesn't' want Luke or anyone else to think there is anything between them.

Taggert questions Robin about Jason. She refuses to answer his questions and leaves. Moreno arrives to talk to Taggert.

Helena gets out on bail. The arraignment is set for Friday. Alexis tells Mac Helena will go after Stefan.

Veronica comes on to Jerry. After he declines her offer, she accuses him of working for Harlan, her dead ex-husband. She says if she sees him again she will call the police.

Stefan tells Laura he only came by to tell her Helena was arrested for Katherine's murder. He says he will respect her wishes and leave. Future contact will be initiated by her, unless this is their last, in which case he wishes her well.

Thursday, August 27, 1998

Laura visits with Liz at Kelly's. Liz still feels guilty aboutaccidentally stabbing Lucky. She believes if she had listened to Bobbiethe night of the rape the police would have caught the rapist by now. Laura tells her she can't live her life looking backwards, all she'll do istrip. She tells Liz to remember she isn't the guilty party. Liz says thatdoesn't work, and ending is the only thing that will work. Liz tells Laurahow the rape has changed her, from the way she dresses to the way shethinks.

Jason explains to Michael that he must stay inside until it's safe for himto go out again. He tells Michael he made choices before he knew he wouldhave him. He promises Michael he will never have to pay for what he did. He promises no one will ever hurt Michael.

Robin plans to see Brenda but Jason asks her to have Brenda come to thepenthouse. He says it will be better if she doesn't go out again until hehandles this. Robin says that's fine with her but what about Michael. Shetells Jason in every other way than blood, he is Michael's father. But shewas thinking about what happened and what could happen maybe Michael wouldbe better off with AJ after all.

AJ overhears Monica playing the tape of Justus. Monica tell him shecalled Narcotics Anonymous and they gave her a tape to listen to, to helpher with Alan. AJ offers to take her to a support group. She declinesso he offers to take her to lunch or to a spa to lift her spirits. Shesays she will see Michael and that will lift her spirits. He tells her tobe careful. He later says he knows how badly she wants to see Michael, hejust doesn't know how worth it it is for her to pretend to accept thedanger Jason puts Michael in.

Robin tells Jason AJ is a decent man and if he knew the truth he wouldstill let Jason be in Michael's life. She says they almost died. He chosethis life and she chose to love him but Michael is too young to chooseanything. She says, "you're his father, you have to make decisions forhim. He could be safe with the Quartermaines." Jason says he won't letMichael go into that house again. He tells Robin she doesn't want him tokill anyone.

Emily arrives and gives Jason the emergency petition for guardianshipEdward had drawn up. Emily talks about how bad it is at home and how muchbetter off it is for Michael to live with Jason.

Jason tells Robin he is doing this the best way he can. Just like sheasked him.

Lucky comes by and sits down with Laura and Liz. Liz tells them last nightbefore she went to sleep she saw an image of the rapist's eyes. Shebelieves she could recognize them. Later, her and Lucky go to the policestation and she looks through books of police photos. Taggert is helpfulbut Liz doesn't see the man who raped her. Taggert says he will get morebooks for her to look through the next time she comes in.

Justus tells Jason he may need to make a call and he will file a petitionfor dismissal siting the fact that Michael is in good health and in thecustody of his father. Legally, that is all they need for Michael to staywith Jason. Emily suggests she and Robin bring the park to Michael, sincehe can't go out. They will use decorations and stuffed animals.

Monica arrives and she and Justus are left alone while Jason makes a call. Justus apologizes for his behavior the night he was drunk. He also thanksher for the way she responded, she never tried to use it against him. Hetells her she is a woman of integrity and didn't judge him. They agree notto talk about it again. Monica later tells Jason she came to warn himabout Edward's attempt to take Michael away.

Alexis tells Laura she has her complete support for visiting Stefan,Wyndemere, whatever, she has no intention of doing anything to stand in herway. Laura says the only reason she has for going to Wyndemere is to visitNikolas. She tells Alexis not to assume there is anything romantic betweenher and Stefan.

Taggert asks Dara to dinner but she turns him down. He later tries toconvince her to have dinner at his house. She again declines and says shewishes he wouldn't push so hard. Taggert asks her who burned her so badshe still can't get out of the ashes. Dara tells her about the man, a lawprofessor, who set her up to find him with another student. She says shedecided never to let anyone hurt her that bad again. Taggert understands. He says in his job he is really good at forcing someone's hand, in hispersonal life he doesn't believe in that. He tells her to take as muchtime as she needs. She can check him out, test him, make sure it feelsright and when and if she is ready they will pick up where they left off. She thanks him and he goes back to work.

Monica, Emily, and Robin pretend they are at the park for Michael. Jasontells Monica Michael is trying to crawl. He says Michael rocks back andforth and tries to get himself in gear. Monica finishes saying, "yeah, butinstead he just rolls over on his back and starts playing with his toes." When Jason says, "yeah, how did you know?" Monica tells him that's exactlywhat AJ did.

Justus and Edward argue over Edward's attempts to take Michael away fromJason. Edward says Justus will be a restless, dissatisfied man andprobably will be for the rest of his life. Justus tells Edward, "you haveno idea what kind of man I am." Edward responds, "oh, yes I do young man,because I'm the same kind." Edward says Justus' weakness controls him. Hewarns Justus that a man who doesn't' know himself is on a collision coursewith destruction.

Back at Kelly's, Liz tells Lucky she isn't going to wait around waiting forsomething to happen so she can get better. she's going to concentrate onwhat she does have and do something good with it every single day.

Jason plays with Michael as Emily and Robin watch. Emily tells RobinMichael is lucky to have a father who loves him so much. Jason, hearingEmily's comment, looks to Robin. She has a very serious look on her face.

Friday, August 28, 1998

Today's recap was provided by Michelle Browning

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Jerry to Veronica but Jerry says they have already met.

Stefan, Nikolas, and Alexis discuss Helena as they have dinner at the PCGrill. Alexis worries about coming through Helena's trial with hercredibility in tact. Since she provided the most damaging testimonyagainst Helena she is certain Helena will wage a war against hercredibility.

Monica and AJ discuss Jason. They fear for Jason's life. AJ is angrywith Edward and wants to make him see his attempts to take Michael aredamaging the family's relationship with Jason even more. Monica says shewill handle Edward. AJ plans to visit Jason to remind him Edward doesn'tspeak for the rest of the family because if Jason's luck runs out some dayMichael will need their family.

Detective Taggert calls Monica. He pressures Monica for information againbut she says she needs more time. He refuses to give her more time andsays instead he is coming to her house to call the medical review board andtell them Alan is the doctor who's been abusing narcotics. He doesn't wanther to miss a word, he says. After she hangs up, AJ questions her aboutthe call but she says it's hospital business. She tells him she thinksit's a good idea for him to try to build a bridge to Michael in caseJason's luck ever does run out.

Jason holds Michael as he tells him everything will be over soon. He says,"remember back when I told you I might die...I might die again today." Hesays probably not but if he doesn't come back that's the reason. He sayshe made mistakes before because he didn't' care but now he does. He worriesthat Michael might think he left him because he doesn't' know what it meansto die. Jason tells Michael he needs to be safe to choose what happens tohim and that's what he's going to do today, make Michael safe. Jason says,"I've learned a lot of things I'm never going to teach you, I've madechoices I hope you don't, and I chose to be your father and that's why Ihave to do this. What you need is more important than anything I want orany risk I have to take." He then kisses Michael and lays him down in hisplaypen. He walks over and gets his gun out of a drawer.

Robin comes downstairs and sees Jason with the gun. She asks him what he'sgoing to do. She says this is the part of him she doesn't' understand andthat his eyes are so cold right now it's like she doesn't' even know him. He reminds her she said she trusted him to handle this the best way for allof them and this is it. She begins to cry and says she doesn't want him toget hurt. He tells her he doesn't' want that to happen either but thereare things that can't happen, she and Michael can't die, no one can evertry to kill her again. She says there are other ways but Jason says this isthe only way. He tells her this is his work, he thinks things through andwhen it's time to move he moves. It's time. He walks to Michael's playpenand tells him if he doesn't make it back tonight maybe Robin can sing him asong. As he walks to the door, Robin turns and says, "promise me you'll behome tonight." Jason moves to Robin and kisses her. When he pulls away,with tears in his eyes, he says,"I love you." He leaves.

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Veronica to Jerry. He says they have met before but Veronicasays he is mistaken. After a few minutes of this Jerry says he must havebeen mistaken. When Jax and Jerry are alone, Jerry asks Jax how much heknows about Veronica.

Taggert arrives to talk to Monica. She shows him a briefcase full of moneyand tells him it is all his if he will walk away, and stay away, from herfamily.

Robin holds Michael as she assures him Jason will come back. She tellsMichael how Jason was when she first met him, how she taught him how toorder Chinese food, say you're welcome after someone thanked him. Shetaught him the words for the feelings he had. She says Jason has loved herand Michael so well but the one thing she can't teach him is some thingsare just wrong no matter why you do them. She apologizes to Michaelbecause she couldn't make Jason understand. AJ arrives and asks Robinwhen she expects Jason back.

Monica tells Taggert if he leaves Alan alone he could have all the money inthe briefcase. He could have a new life, what ever he wanted. Taggertturns her down. He says he sleeps better playing by the book. He picks upthe phone and says, "Justus Ward or your husband?" She tells him to dowhatever he wants to do but she isn't' going to watch.

Veronica apologizes to Brenda for throwing water in her face. Brenda saysthey are even since she threw water in Veronica's face first. Veronicasays she deserved it and she tells Brenda she purposefully seduced Luther. She says she wanted Brenda to notice her. She then says it was misguidedand she sincerely apologizes. Brenda accepts her apology, saying she'sdone some pretty horrible things herself. Brenda says she's listening,maybe Veronica could just tell her about her life. Veronica launches intostories of her life.

Jax tells Jerry Veronica is who she says she is. Jerry tells Jax they didmeet a few nights ago and she accused him of stalking her for Harlan. Jaxtells Jerry that Harlan is dead. Jerry says either Veronica is anextraordinarily good actress or she's nuts.

Monica takes her purse as she starts to leave the room but Taggert gets itaway from her. He says she must really have something on Justus. He pullsout the tape. Monica protests but he keeps the tape. He tells her she cango tend to Alan now since he is dropping the investigation. As for thetape, no one will get hurt unless they broke the law and no one will knowwho the information came from unless she makes noise. Edward comes in andTaggert makes his exit.

AJ and Robin talk after Michael goes to sleep. AJ tells her he isthere to try to make peace. Robin says maybe if Jason will listen ifknows AJ had nothing to do with Edward's latest attempt to take Michaelaway. AJ then asks Robin if she took Michael upstairs because he wassleepy or because Jason told her not to let him within 10 feet of the baby.Robin says Michael was sleepy, she is the last person who thinks heshouldn't see Michael. AJ suggests Robin persuade Jason to let hisfamily into Michael's life through cards, phone calls, a visit, even ifit's just once a year like on his birthday. Robin says that sounds fair.

Taggert is later stunned to hear Justus' murder confession on tape.

At Helena's arraignment, Alexis fears Helena may know of her part inKatherine's murder. Alexis is worried that Helena is up to something. Helena stuns everyone present at the arraignment when she calls a witnessfor the defense. The witness is none other than Katherine Bell.

After entering Moreno's office undetected, Jason surprises him at gunpoint..

General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

Tuesday, August 25, 1998

by Soap Central

Please note that some events may be missing due to pre-emptions about Hurricane Bonnie and the bombing in Cape Town, South Africa.

The Quartermaines discuss the bombing. Alan is drugged out, and everyone else is oblivious. Monica asks him if he's okay and Alan makes excuses. Monica blames Jason's accident for changing everything and AJ gets upset. Monica apologizes to AJ and Edward sets up a meeting with his judge friend to try (again!) for custody of Michael. Taggert shows up unexpectedly and says he wants to question Emily. AJ refuses and Taggert makes certain innuendoes to Monica and Alan. After he leaves, AJ blows up at them, asking why they let Taggert walk all over them. They make excuses. Monica suggests a truce.

Jason tells Robin that he won't let her die and that nothing like that is ever going to happen again. He asks her if she wants to leave. She asks him how he knew the car was going to explode. He says that he saw a metal plate on the hubcap and the way she turned and smiled reminded him too much of the way Lily died. Garcia arrives and takes Jason down to the station. He asks Robin to call Justus. At the station, Mac repeatedly questions Jason, but Jason refuses to say a word. Mac tells him that the bomb had been set off by a remote detonator. Jason asks where Justus is. Finally Justus arrives, completely out of it. Jason takes off and Justus follows, apologizing. Mac orders Taggert to stay on Jason full time.

At the penthouse Jason asks what the heck Justus was doing, and why he was drunk at Luke's. Did you sell me out? Jason asks. Did you tell someone how to kill me or just try to do it yourself? Justus swears he had nothing to do with the bombing and that he won't let his personal problems interfere with his professional life again.

Luke calls Alexis and says that he's leaving town. He tells her that she'll have to get Helena without him and that she'll be just fine. You are a princess, Natasha, Luke says. You are better than all the Cassadines and you don't need them. On Spoon Island, Stefan has another vision of Katherine. I'm letting you go to live the life you've always wanted, she says. Nikolas, Alexis and a mystery guest have been invited for lunch. Nik and Alexis arrive and the three of them talk about Alexis' role in the family, now that it's public knowledge that she's Stefan's sister. Alexis tells them about Luke leaving town. Helena arrives--she's the mystery guest. Stefan asks her to join in their meal, but she refuses and demands to know why she's been invited. Stefan tells her that he's drawn up some new rules for her behavior that she must abide by, including not harassing Alexis or Nikolas. Alexis and Nikolas get into the game and start throwing other "rules" her way, like no posing for nude photos, etc. Stefan forbids Helena to ever set foot on the island again. Helena is sputtering when Garcia shows up--and arrests her for Katherine's murder. Garcia asks Stefan if there is anything else illegal Helena has done that he can charge her for. Stefan mentions the Ice Princess diamond, saying it was last seen with Helena. Garcia takes Helena away, but not before she vows to get revenge.

In a bank, Luke takes out a large diamond from a safe deposit box. Hello Princess, he saysRecap --->

Wednesday, August 26, 1998

Brenda discovers that Luther was with her mother the night he was supposed to be performing at Luke's. Veronica later shows up where Brenda and Robin are having lunch. As soon as she arrives, Brenda throws a glass of water in her face. Veronica in turn, throws a glass of water in Brenda's face.

Felicia runs into Laura at the hospital. Felicia tells her she admires her for testifying at Stefan's trial. Laura goes on to tell her Luke has left town.

Helena is furious when she is arrested. Stefan, Alexis, and Nikolas stand by and occasionally taunt her as her jewelry is taken away. Nikolas tells her he hopes she grows into a gnarled old woman and dies in a jail cell. Helena tells Stefan she will see him soon.

Alexis and Dara talk about the cases they have tried. Alexis says she wasn't aware Dara is in love with Justus. Taggert overhears the conversation.

Laura tells Felicia she knows Luke will come back eventually. Felicia says sometimes eventually isn't good enough. Laura says she owes Luke some time.

Robin excuses herself to go to the police station. Brenda and Veronica argue over Luther. Brenda says to Veronica, "not only are you a slut, you're a liar."

Bobbie declines a picnic with Jerry. Jerry asks what's wrong and she tells him her brother has left time and she's gotten some very distressing calls. She knows about the explosion, his impromptu dinner with her was conveniently timed. Jerry tells her he wouldn't use her to cover a crime. He denies setting the bomb. Jerry asks Bobbie if she believes him. She does. Jerry tries to convince Bobbie to come to Tuscany with him. He says they can bring Lucas too. Bobbie says Lucas is already too close and he she won't let him get hurt again. Jerry tries to assure her he won't hurt Lucas. Bobbie says they should take a break. Jerry doesn't agree but he says he will wait for now but the conversation isn't over. He kisses her and walks away.

Robin is questioned by Taggert. Nikolas sits in with her as she is questioned. Taggert is surprised she didn't feel like she was being set up since she was alone on the street with no cover.

Veronica says she made a mistake, she was trying to connect with Brenda. Brenda asks her if she has any idea how twisted that sounds. She tells Veronica L&B is just a business, not her heart and soul. Veronica tried to hurt her but she didn't. She tells Veronica to go back to wherever she came from because she doesn't want anything to do with her.

Bobbie visits Laura. Bobbie asks Laura if Luke knew of her relationship with Stefan or that she was at Wyndemere the night of Katherine's death. Laura says she won't discuss her marriage. Laura says this is between her and Luke but Bobbie says it is between Laura, Luke, and Stefan. She then asks Laura where that leaves her kids.

Stefan later visits Laura. She confides her frustrations about Luke and her kids. When Stefan asks if there is anything he can do to help, she asks him to keep his distance. She says she will work Nikolas into her life but she doesn't' want Luke or anyone else to think there is anything between them.

Taggert questions Robin about Jason. She refuses to answer his questions and leaves. Moreno arrives to talk to Taggert.

Helena gets out on bail. The arraignment is set for Friday. Alexis tells Mac Helena will go after Stefan.

Veronica comes on to Jerry. After he declines her offer, she accuses him of working for Harlan, her dead ex-husband. She says if she sees him again she will call the police.

Stefan tells Laura he only came by to tell her Helena was arrested for Katherine's murder. He says he will respect her wishes and leave. Future contact will be initiated by her, unless this is their last, in which case he wishes her well.

Thursday, August 27, 1998

Laura visits with Liz at Kelly's. Liz still feels guilty aboutaccidentally stabbing Lucky. She believes if she had listened to Bobbiethe night of the rape the police would have caught the rapist by now. Laura tells her she can't live her life looking backwards, all she'll do istrip. She tells Liz to remember she isn't the guilty party. Liz says thatdoesn't work, and ending is the only thing that will work. Liz tells Laurahow the rape has changed her, from the way she dresses to the way shethinks.

Jason explains to Michael that he must stay inside until it's safe for himto go out again. He tells Michael he made choices before he knew he wouldhave him. He promises Michael he will never have to pay for what he did. He promises no one will ever hurt Michael.

Robin plans to see Brenda but Jason asks her to have Brenda come to thepenthouse. He says it will be better if she doesn't go out again until hehandles this. Robin says that's fine with her but what about Michael. Shetells Jason in every other way than blood, he is Michael's father. But shewas thinking about what happened and what could happen maybe Michael wouldbe better off with AJ after all.

AJ overhears Monica playing the tape of Justus. Monica tell him shecalled Narcotics Anonymous and they gave her a tape to listen to, to helpher with Alan. AJ offers to take her to a support group. She declinesso he offers to take her to lunch or to a spa to lift her spirits. Shesays she will see Michael and that will lift her spirits. He tells her tobe careful. He later says he knows how badly she wants to see Michael, hejust doesn't know how worth it it is for her to pretend to accept thedanger Jason puts Michael in.

Robin tells Jason AJ is a decent man and if he knew the truth he wouldstill let Jason be in Michael's life. She says they almost died. He chosethis life and she chose to love him but Michael is too young to chooseanything. She says, "you're his father, you have to make decisions forhim. He could be safe with the Quartermaines." Jason says he won't letMichael go into that house again. He tells Robin she doesn't want him tokill anyone.

Emily arrives and gives Jason the emergency petition for guardianshipEdward had drawn up. Emily talks about how bad it is at home and how muchbetter off it is for Michael to live with Jason.

Jason tells Robin he is doing this the best way he can. Just like sheasked him.

Lucky comes by and sits down with Laura and Liz. Liz tells them last nightbefore she went to sleep she saw an image of the rapist's eyes. Shebelieves she could recognize them. Later, her and Lucky go to the policestation and she looks through books of police photos. Taggert is helpfulbut Liz doesn't see the man who raped her. Taggert says he will get morebooks for her to look through the next time she comes in.

Justus tells Jason he may need to make a call and he will file a petitionfor dismissal siting the fact that Michael is in good health and in thecustody of his father. Legally, that is all they need for Michael to staywith Jason. Emily suggests she and Robin bring the park to Michael, sincehe can't go out. They will use decorations and stuffed animals.

Monica arrives and she and Justus are left alone while Jason makes a call. Justus apologizes for his behavior the night he was drunk. He also thanksher for the way she responded, she never tried to use it against him. Hetells her she is a woman of integrity and didn't judge him. They agree notto talk about it again. Monica later tells Jason she came to warn himabout Edward's attempt to take Michael away.

Alexis tells Laura she has her complete support for visiting Stefan,Wyndemere, whatever, she has no intention of doing anything to stand in herway. Laura says the only reason she has for going to Wyndemere is to visitNikolas. She tells Alexis not to assume there is anything romantic betweenher and Stefan.

Taggert asks Dara to dinner but she turns him down. He later tries toconvince her to have dinner at his house. She again declines and says shewishes he wouldn't push so hard. Taggert asks her who burned her so badshe still can't get out of the ashes. Dara tells her about the man, a lawprofessor, who set her up to find him with another student. She says shedecided never to let anyone hurt her that bad again. Taggert understands. He says in his job he is really good at forcing someone's hand, in hispersonal life he doesn't believe in that. He tells her to take as muchtime as she needs. She can check him out, test him, make sure it feelsright and when and if she is ready they will pick up where they left off. She thanks him and he goes back to work.

Monica, Emily, and Robin pretend they are at the park for Michael. Jasontells Monica Michael is trying to crawl. He says Michael rocks back andforth and tries to get himself in gear. Monica finishes saying, "yeah, butinstead he just rolls over on his back and starts playing with his toes." When Jason says, "yeah, how did you know?" Monica tells him that's exactlywhat AJ did.

Justus and Edward argue over Edward's attempts to take Michael away fromJason. Edward says Justus will be a restless, dissatisfied man andprobably will be for the rest of his life. Justus tells Edward, "you haveno idea what kind of man I am." Edward responds, "oh, yes I do young man,because I'm the same kind." Edward says Justus' weakness controls him. Hewarns Justus that a man who doesn't' know himself is on a collision coursewith destruction.

Back at Kelly's, Liz tells Lucky she isn't going to wait around waiting forsomething to happen so she can get better. she's going to concentrate onwhat she does have and do something good with it every single day.

Jason plays with Michael as Emily and Robin watch. Emily tells RobinMichael is lucky to have a father who loves him so much. Jason, hearingEmily's comment, looks to Robin. She has a very serious look on her face.

Friday, August 28, 1998

Today's recap was provided by Michelle Browning

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Jerry to Veronica but Jerry says they have already met.

Stefan, Nikolas, and Alexis discuss Helena as they have dinner at the PCGrill. Alexis worries about coming through Helena's trial with hercredibility in tact. Since she provided the most damaging testimonyagainst Helena she is certain Helena will wage a war against hercredibility.

Monica and AJ discuss Jason. They fear for Jason's life. AJ is angrywith Edward and wants to make him see his attempts to take Michael aredamaging the family's relationship with Jason even more. Monica says shewill handle Edward. AJ plans to visit Jason to remind him Edward doesn'tspeak for the rest of the family because if Jason's luck runs out some dayMichael will need their family.

Detective Taggert calls Monica. He pressures Monica for information againbut she says she needs more time. He refuses to give her more time andsays instead he is coming to her house to call the medical review board andtell them Alan is the doctor who's been abusing narcotics. He doesn't wanther to miss a word, he says. After she hangs up, AJ questions her aboutthe call but she says it's hospital business. She tells him she thinksit's a good idea for him to try to build a bridge to Michael in caseJason's luck ever does run out.

Jason holds Michael as he tells him everything will be over soon. He says,"remember back when I told you I might die...I might die again today." Hesays probably not but if he doesn't come back that's the reason. He sayshe made mistakes before because he didn't' care but now he does. He worriesthat Michael might think he left him because he doesn't' know what it meansto die. Jason tells Michael he needs to be safe to choose what happens tohim and that's what he's going to do today, make Michael safe. Jason says,"I've learned a lot of things I'm never going to teach you, I've madechoices I hope you don't, and I chose to be your father and that's why Ihave to do this. What you need is more important than anything I want orany risk I have to take." He then kisses Michael and lays him down in hisplaypen. He walks over and gets his gun out of a drawer.

Robin comes downstairs and sees Jason with the gun. She asks him what he'sgoing to do. She says this is the part of him she doesn't' understand andthat his eyes are so cold right now it's like she doesn't' even know him. He reminds her she said she trusted him to handle this the best way for allof them and this is it. She begins to cry and says she doesn't want him toget hurt. He tells her he doesn't' want that to happen either but thereare things that can't happen, she and Michael can't die, no one can evertry to kill her again. She says there are other ways but Jason says this isthe only way. He tells her this is his work, he thinks things through andwhen it's time to move he moves. It's time. He walks to Michael's playpenand tells him if he doesn't make it back tonight maybe Robin can sing him asong. As he walks to the door, Robin turns and says, "promise me you'll behome tonight." Jason moves to Robin and kisses her. When he pulls away,with tears in his eyes, he says,"I love you." He leaves.

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Veronica to Jerry. He says they have met before but Veronicasays he is mistaken. After a few minutes of this Jerry says he must havebeen mistaken. When Jax and Jerry are alone, Jerry asks Jax how much heknows about Veronica.

Taggert arrives to talk to Monica. She shows him a briefcase full of moneyand tells him it is all his if he will walk away, and stay away, from herfamily.

Robin holds Michael as she assures him Jason will come back. She tellsMichael how Jason was when she first met him, how she taught him how toorder Chinese food, say you're welcome after someone thanked him. Shetaught him the words for the feelings he had. She says Jason has loved herand Michael so well but the one thing she can't teach him is some thingsare just wrong no matter why you do them. She apologizes to Michaelbecause she couldn't make Jason understand. AJ arrives and asks Robinwhen she expects Jason back.

Monica tells Taggert if he leaves Alan alone he could have all the money inthe briefcase. He could have a new life, what ever he wanted. Taggertturns her down. He says he sleeps better playing by the book. He picks upthe phone and says, "Justus Ward or your husband?" She tells him to dowhatever he wants to do but she isn't' going to watch.

Veronica apologizes to Brenda for throwing water in her face. Brenda saysthey are even since she threw water in Veronica's face first. Veronicasays she deserved it and she tells Brenda she purposefully seduced Luther. She says she wanted Brenda to notice her. She then says it was misguidedand she sincerely apologizes. Brenda accepts her apology, saying she'sdone some pretty horrible things herself. Brenda says she's listening,maybe Veronica could just tell her about her life. Veronica launches intostories of her life.

Jax tells Jerry Veronica is who she says she is. Jerry tells Jax they didmeet a few nights ago and she accused him of stalking her for Harlan. Jaxtells Jerry that Harlan is dead. Jerry says either Veronica is anextraordinarily good actress or she's nuts.

Monica takes her purse as she starts to leave the room but Taggert gets itaway from her. He says she must really have something on Justus. He pullsout the tape. Monica protests but he keeps the tape. He tells her she cango tend to Alan now since he is dropping the investigation. As for thetape, no one will get hurt unless they broke the law and no one will knowwho the information came from unless she makes noise. Edward comes in andTaggert makes his exit.

AJ and Robin talk after Michael goes to sleep. AJ tells her he isthere to try to make peace. Robin says maybe if Jason will listen ifknows AJ had nothing to do with Edward's latest attempt to take Michaelaway. AJ then asks Robin if she took Michael upstairs because he wassleepy or because Jason told her not to let him within 10 feet of the baby.Robin says Michael was sleepy, she is the last person who thinks heshouldn't see Michael. AJ suggests Robin persuade Jason to let hisfamily into Michael's life through cards, phone calls, a visit, even ifit's just once a year like on his birthday. Robin says that sounds fair.

Taggert is later stunned to hear Justus' murder confession on tape.

At Helena's arraignment, Alexis fears Helena may know of her part inKatherine's murder. Alexis is worried that Helena is up to something. Helena stuns everyone present at the arraignment when she calls a witnessfor the defense. The witness is none other than Katherine Bell.

After entering Moreno's office undetected, Jason surprises him at gunpoint..

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Wednesday, August 26, 1998

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Brenda discovers that Luther was with her mother the night he was supposed to be performing at Luke's. Veronica later shows up where Brenda and Robin are having lunch. As soon as she arrives, Brenda throws a glass of water in her face. Veronica in turn, throws a glass of water in Brenda's face.

Felicia runs into Laura at the hospital. Felicia tells her she admires her for testifying at Stefan's trial. Laura goes on to tell her Luke has left town.

Helena is furious when she is arrested. Stefan, Alexis, and Nikolas stand by and occasionally taunt her as her jewelry is taken away. Nikolas tells her he hopes she grows into a gnarled old woman and dies in a jail cell. Helena tells Stefan she will see him soon.

Alexis and Dara talk about the cases they have tried. Alexis says she wasn't aware Dara is in love with Justus. Taggert overhears the conversation.

Laura tells Felicia she knows Luke will come back eventually. Felicia says sometimes eventually isn't good enough. Laura says she owes Luke some time.

Robin excuses herself to go to the police station. Brenda and Veronica argue over Luther. Brenda says to Veronica, "not only are you a slut, you're a liar."

Bobbie declines a picnic with Jerry. Jerry asks what's wrong and she tells him her brother has left time and she's gotten some very distressing calls. She knows about the explosion, his impromptu dinner with her was conveniently timed. Jerry tells her he wouldn't use her to cover a crime. He denies setting the bomb. Jerry asks Bobbie if she believes him. She does. Jerry tries to convince Bobbie to come to Tuscany with him. He says they can bring Lucas too. Bobbie says Lucas is already too close and he she won't let him get hurt again. Jerry tries to assure her he won't hurt Lucas. Bobbie says they should take a break. Jerry doesn't agree but he says he will wait for now but the conversation isn't over. He kisses her and walks away.

Robin is questioned by Taggert. Nikolas sits in with her as she is questioned. Taggert is surprised she didn't feel like she was being set up since she was alone on the street with no cover.

Veronica says she made a mistake, she was trying to connect with Brenda. Brenda asks her if she has any idea how twisted that sounds. She tells Veronica L&B is just a business, not her heart and soul. Veronica tried to hurt her but she didn't. She tells Veronica to go back to wherever she came from because she doesn't want anything to do with her.

Bobbie visits Laura. Bobbie asks Laura if Luke knew of her relationship with Stefan or that she was at Wyndemere the night of Katherine's death. Laura says she won't discuss her marriage. Laura says this is between her and Luke but Bobbie says it is between Laura, Luke, and Stefan. She then asks Laura where that leaves her kids.

Stefan later visits Laura. She confides her frustrations about Luke and her kids. When Stefan asks if there is anything he can do to help, she asks him to keep his distance. She says she will work Nikolas into her life but she doesn't' want Luke or anyone else to think there is anything between them.

Taggert questions Robin about Jason. She refuses to answer his questions and leaves. Moreno arrives to talk to Taggert.

Helena gets out on bail. The arraignment is set for Friday. Alexis tells Mac Helena will go after Stefan.

Veronica comes on to Jerry. After he declines her offer, she accuses him of working for Harlan, her dead ex-husband. She says if she sees him again she will call the police.

Stefan tells Laura he only came by to tell her Helena was arrested for Katherine's murder. He says he will respect her wishes and leave. Future contact will be initiated by her, unless this is their last, in which case he wishes her well.

General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

Thursday, August 27, 1998

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Laura visits with Liz at Kelly's. Liz still feels guilty aboutaccidentally stabbing Lucky. She believes if she had listened to Bobbiethe night of the rape the police would have caught the rapist by now. Laura tells her she can't live her life looking backwards, all she'll do istrip. She tells Liz to remember she isn't the guilty party. Liz says thatdoesn't work, and ending is the only thing that will work. Liz tells Laurahow the rape has changed her, from the way she dresses to the way shethinks.

Jason explains to Michael that he must stay inside until it's safe for himto go out again. He tells Michael he made choices before he knew he wouldhave him. He promises Michael he will never have to pay for what he did. He promises no one will ever hurt Michael.

Robin plans to see Brenda but Jason asks her to have Brenda come to thepenthouse. He says it will be better if she doesn't go out again until hehandles this. Robin says that's fine with her but what about Michael. Shetells Jason in every other way than blood, he is Michael's father. But shewas thinking about what happened and what could happen maybe Michael wouldbe better off with AJ after all.

AJ overhears Monica playing the tape of Justus. Monica tell him shecalled Narcotics Anonymous and they gave her a tape to listen to, to helpher with Alan. AJ offers to take her to a support group. She declinesso he offers to take her to lunch or to a spa to lift her spirits. Shesays she will see Michael and that will lift her spirits. He tells her tobe careful. He later says he knows how badly she wants to see Michael, hejust doesn't know how worth it it is for her to pretend to accept thedanger Jason puts Michael in.

Robin tells Jason AJ is a decent man and if he knew the truth he wouldstill let Jason be in Michael's life. She says they almost died. He chosethis life and she chose to love him but Michael is too young to chooseanything. She says, "you're his father, you have to make decisions forhim. He could be safe with the Quartermaines." Jason says he won't letMichael go into that house again. He tells Robin she doesn't want him tokill anyone.

Emily arrives and gives Jason the emergency petition for guardianshipEdward had drawn up. Emily talks about how bad it is at home and how muchbetter off it is for Michael to live with Jason.

Jason tells Robin he is doing this the best way he can. Just like sheasked him.

Lucky comes by and sits down with Laura and Liz. Liz tells them last nightbefore she went to sleep she saw an image of the rapist's eyes. Shebelieves she could recognize them. Later, her and Lucky go to the policestation and she looks through books of police photos. Taggert is helpfulbut Liz doesn't see the man who raped her. Taggert says he will get morebooks for her to look through the next time she comes in.

Justus tells Jason he may need to make a call and he will file a petitionfor dismissal siting the fact that Michael is in good health and in thecustody of his father. Legally, that is all they need for Michael to staywith Jason. Emily suggests she and Robin bring the park to Michael, sincehe can't go out. They will use decorations and stuffed animals.

Monica arrives and she and Justus are left alone while Jason makes a call. Justus apologizes for his behavior the night he was drunk. He also thanksher for the way she responded, she never tried to use it against him. Hetells her she is a woman of integrity and didn't judge him. They agree notto talk about it again. Monica later tells Jason she came to warn himabout Edward's attempt to take Michael away.

Alexis tells Laura she has her complete support for visiting Stefan,Wyndemere, whatever, she has no intention of doing anything to stand in herway. Laura says the only reason she has for going to Wyndemere is to visitNikolas. She tells Alexis not to assume there is anything romantic betweenher and Stefan.

Taggert asks Dara to dinner but she turns him down. He later tries toconvince her to have dinner at his house. She again declines and says shewishes he wouldn't push so hard. Taggert asks her who burned her so badshe still can't get out of the ashes. Dara tells her about the man, a lawprofessor, who set her up to find him with another student. She says shedecided never to let anyone hurt her that bad again. Taggert understands. He says in his job he is really good at forcing someone's hand, in hispersonal life he doesn't believe in that. He tells her to take as muchtime as she needs. She can check him out, test him, make sure it feelsright and when and if she is ready they will pick up where they left off. She thanks him and he goes back to work.

Monica, Emily, and Robin pretend they are at the park for Michael. Jasontells Monica Michael is trying to crawl. He says Michael rocks back andforth and tries to get himself in gear. Monica finishes saying, "yeah, butinstead he just rolls over on his back and starts playing with his toes." When Jason says, "yeah, how did you know?" Monica tells him that's exactlywhat AJ did.

Justus and Edward argue over Edward's attempts to take Michael away fromJason. Edward says Justus will be a restless, dissatisfied man andprobably will be for the rest of his life. Justus tells Edward, "you haveno idea what kind of man I am." Edward responds, "oh, yes I do young man,because I'm the same kind." Edward says Justus' weakness controls him. Hewarns Justus that a man who doesn't' know himself is on a collision coursewith destruction.

Back at Kelly's, Liz tells Lucky she isn't going to wait around waiting forsomething to happen so she can get better. she's going to concentrate onwhat she does have and do something good with it every single day.

Jason plays with Michael as Emily and Robin watch. Emily tells RobinMichael is lucky to have a father who loves him so much. Jason, hearingEmily's comment, looks to Robin. She has a very serious look on her face.

General Hospital Recaps: The week of August 24, 1998 on GH

Friday, August 28, 1998

by Soap Central

Today's recap was provided by Michelle Browning

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Jerry to Veronica but Jerry says they have already met.

Stefan, Nikolas, and Alexis discuss Helena as they have dinner at the PCGrill. Alexis worries about coming through Helena's trial with hercredibility in tact. Since she provided the most damaging testimonyagainst Helena she is certain Helena will wage a war against hercredibility.

Monica and AJ discuss Jason. They fear for Jason's life. AJ is angrywith Edward and wants to make him see his attempts to take Michael aredamaging the family's relationship with Jason even more. Monica says shewill handle Edward. AJ plans to visit Jason to remind him Edward doesn'tspeak for the rest of the family because if Jason's luck runs out some dayMichael will need their family.

Detective Taggert calls Monica. He pressures Monica for information againbut she says she needs more time. He refuses to give her more time andsays instead he is coming to her house to call the medical review board andtell them Alan is the doctor who's been abusing narcotics. He doesn't wanther to miss a word, he says. After she hangs up, AJ questions her aboutthe call but she says it's hospital business. She tells him she thinksit's a good idea for him to try to build a bridge to Michael in caseJason's luck ever does run out.

Jason holds Michael as he tells him everything will be over soon. He says,"remember back when I told you I might die...I might die again today." Hesays probably not but if he doesn't come back that's the reason. He sayshe made mistakes before because he didn't' care but now he does. He worriesthat Michael might think he left him because he doesn't' know what it meansto die. Jason tells Michael he needs to be safe to choose what happens tohim and that's what he's going to do today, make Michael safe. Jason says,"I've learned a lot of things I'm never going to teach you, I've madechoices I hope you don't, and I chose to be your father and that's why Ihave to do this. What you need is more important than anything I want orany risk I have to take." He then kisses Michael and lays him down in hisplaypen. He walks over and gets his gun out of a drawer.

Robin comes downstairs and sees Jason with the gun. She asks him what he'sgoing to do. She says this is the part of him she doesn't' understand andthat his eyes are so cold right now it's like she doesn't' even know him. He reminds her she said she trusted him to handle this the best way for allof them and this is it. She begins to cry and says she doesn't want him toget hurt. He tells her he doesn't' want that to happen either but thereare things that can't happen, she and Michael can't die, no one can evertry to kill her again. She says there are other ways but Jason says this isthe only way. He tells her this is his work, he thinks things through andwhen it's time to move he moves. It's time. He walks to Michael's playpenand tells him if he doesn't make it back tonight maybe Robin can sing him asong. As he walks to the door, Robin turns and says, "promise me you'll behome tonight." Jason moves to Robin and kisses her. When he pulls away,with tears in his eyes, he says,"I love you." He leaves.

Brenda, Jax, and Jerry are having dinner when Veronica arrives. Brendaintroduces Veronica to Jerry. He says they have met before but Veronicasays he is mistaken. After a few minutes of this Jerry says he must havebeen mistaken. When Jax and Jerry are alone, Jerry asks Jax how much heknows about Veronica.

Taggert arrives to talk to Monica. She shows him a briefcase full of moneyand tells him it is all his if he will walk away, and stay away, from herfamily.

Robin holds Michael as she assures him Jason will come back. She tellsMichael how Jason was when she first met him, how she taught him how toorder Chinese food, say you're welcome after someone thanked him. Shetaught him the words for the feelings he had. She says Jason has loved herand Michael so well but the one thing she can't teach him is some thingsare just wrong no matter why you do them. She apologizes to Michaelbecause she couldn't make Jason understand. AJ arrives and asks Robinwhen she expects Jason back.

Monica tells Taggert if he leaves Alan alone he could have all the money inthe briefcase. He could have a new life, what ever he wanted. Taggertturns her down. He says he sleeps better playing by the book. He picks upthe phone and says, "Justus Ward or your husband?" She tells him to dowhatever he wants to do but she isn't' going to watch.

Veronica apologizes to Brenda for throwing water in her face. Brenda saysthey are even since she threw water in Veronica's face first. Veronicasays she deserved it and she tells Brenda she purposefully seduced Luther. She says she wanted Brenda to notice her. She then says it was misguidedand she sincerely apologizes. Brenda accepts her apology, saying she'sdone some pretty horrible things herself. Brenda says she's listening,maybe Veronica could just tell her about her life. Veronica launches intostories of her life.

Jax tells Jerry Veronica is who she says she is. Jerry tells Jax they didmeet a few nights ago and she accused him of stalking her for Harlan. Jaxtells Jerry that Harlan is dead. Jerry says either Veronica is anextraordinarily good actress or she's nuts.

Monica takes her purse as she starts to leave the room but Taggert gets itaway from her. He says she must really have something on Justus. He pullsout the tape. Monica protests but he keeps the tape. He tells her she cango tend to Alan now since he is dropping the investigation. As for thetape, no one will get hurt unless they broke the law and no one will knowwho the information came from unless she makes noise. Edward comes in andTaggert makes his exit.

AJ and Robin talk after Michael goes to sleep. AJ tells her he isthere to try to make peace. Robin says maybe if Jason will listen ifknows AJ had nothing to do with Edward's latest attempt to take Michaelaway. AJ then asks Robin if she took Michael upstairs because he wassleepy or because Jason told her not to let him within 10 feet of the baby.Robin says Michael was sleepy, she is the last person who thinks heshouldn't see Michael. AJ suggests Robin persuade Jason to let hisfamily into Michael's life through cards, phone calls, a visit, even ifit's just once a year like on his birthday. Robin says that sounds fair.

Taggert is later stunned to hear Justus' murder confession on tape.

At Helena's arraignment, Alexis fears Helena may know of her part inKatherine's murder. Alexis is worried that Helena is up to something. Helena stuns everyone present at the arraignment when she calls a witnessfor the defense. The witness is none other than Katherine Bell.

After entering Moreno's office undetected, Jason surprises him at gunpoint..

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