Monday, February 5

Edmund and Beth sail for Springfield. She tells him that she wishes they were on a magic ship where reality couldn't touch them. Edmund tells her that this is a magic ship and he kisses her hand. They have dinner and Beth talks about how generous Edmund has been to her and the kids. She says that something must be wrong with this picture because she is at peace. She tells him she has no homework to worry about or a feeding schedule to stick to. She says she doesn't mean to complain because she is very blessed. Edmund reassures her that Jim would want her to be happy and would be honored that she holds him in such high regard. Edmund tells her he knows he isn't Jim but would move heaven and earth to see her smile. He wants to help her live and thinks Jim would want that too. They start to kiss and Beth remembers Philllip. She calls him and he tells her the timing is ironic because he, Rick and Harley were just talking about her. Beth asks him to tell Harley that Susan is on her way home. He asks if she's on a plane and she tells him that Lillian volunteered to fly home with the kids. She says that she is sailing home on the royal yacht with Edmund. Phillip is angry and thinks she is dumping the kids for Edmund. They argue and he tells her to have fun and he'll take care of their children. Beth tells him to have fun playing full time daddy since that's all he wants anyway. They hang up and Edmund asks Beth how it went. She says not very well but that's Phillip's problem. Later, Edmund offers Beth a brandy but she thinks she should go to bed. They say goodnight and Beth starts to leave but stops. She turns around and Edmund tells her that wasn't the point of this trip. She tells him she knows that he told her he would wait until she was ready. She remembers that he told her he would wait until she came to him. She says she's here now and they kiss and fall onto the couch.

Frank tells Harley that something is going on but he can't tell her about it. She listens to his phone call with Josh and questions him about it but he changes the subject. Rick arrives and Harley pulls him to the side and tells him she knows Frank is hiding something. Rick is glad to see the fire back in her eyes. Phillip arrives and wonders if he's invited to come in. Michelle invites him in for the party but he's there to talk to Harley. They leave them alone and Phillip promises to be brief. Harley agrees it will be short because there is no recount, she will have her divorce. She keeps on talking but Phillip interrupts and says he gives up. He admits he ruined their marriage and the attempt to fix it. He tells her he loves her and he knows he hurt her. He thinks she knows that too but he sees the love and she sees the hurt. He says that he doesn't want to ruin the divorce and wants Zack to be able to see the love he came from. He reminds her that they've always been friends and he doesn't want to lose that. He tells her that he wasn't stalling the divorce out of stubbornness, he really thought it could work. He finally realized that it can't because as much as he can give her, she can't be his first love. He wishes it could be enough for her to be his last but it can't. He understands that she deserves to be somebody's entire would and not have chunks taken out from past lives. He says that she can have the divorce with no strings. Harley tells him that this is the man she fell in love with. She wonders why he can't be around all the time. Phillip tells her that he is, it's just that she isn't looking at him through the prism of Beth right now. They agree they don't hate each other and Rick comes back in. Phillip tells him about the divorce and he is sad it's come to this. Beth interrupts them with a phone call and Rick and Harley listen to Phillip get angry because of Edmund. After he hangs up, he tells them that Beth has dumped the kids to go sailing around with Edmund. Rick doesn't think it should matter because he has the kids. They argue over Phillip being selfish and Phillip says nobody gets that it's about the kids, not Beth. Buzz and Holly arrive for the party and Michelle welcomes them. Buzz tells Phillip he doesn't get to ruin his daughter's life on his son's birthday. Phillip thinks Buzz knows about ruining his daughter's life and reminds him that he ran out on the kids. He tells Harley that she has trust issues because of Buzz.

Olivia remembers Sam telling her she can't tell anyone about the plan or else Marah could die. Josh tells her that he can't keep his mind off Marah. She suggests that he call Frank and find out what they know. Frank tells Josh about the meeting with Danny and Johnny but can't go into any details because there are other people with him. He asks Josh not to tell anyone about this but Josh thinks he should tell Reva because he knows she's going crazy. Frank is worried that she will try to do something but Josh promises she won't. They hang up and Josh starts to call Reva but Olivia stops him. She doesn't think they should do anything until they hear more from Frank. She reminds him that he doesn't want to do anything to jeopardize Marah's rescue. Meanwhile, Reva looks at a picture of Marah and tells Noah she can't stand around waiting anymore. She goes outside and Noah goes after her. Reva is worried about how they are treating Marah. Noah tries to comfort her but she says she needs to talk to Josh and goes back inside. She calls and asks Josh if he knows anything. Olivia tries to stop him but Josh tells her about the meeting. She thanks him for telling her and thinks they need to go get the details from Frank. Josh tells her that he promised Frank they wouldn't get involved. Reva wants to come over but Josh suggests they come to her instead. They hang up and Olivia tells him that this is so predictable. He says that it's always best to be honest. Josh and Olivia arrive at Reva's and she asks them how they know Marah is okay. Josh doesn't think they would have called a meeting if she wasn't because they wouldn't have anything to bargain with. Noah agrees and thinks this is a good sign. Reva worries that Danny doesn't have any experience in hostage negotiations and wonders why they are even relying on him or the police. She wants Noah to do something but he reminds her he can't right now. She wants to go to Infierno to talk to Danny but Olivia yells for her to stop. Reva thinks Olivia knows more than she's saying but Josh doesn't believe it. Olivia tries to cover and tells them they can't get in the way. Noah realizes there must be a rescue attempt and Olivia admits that Sam told her about it. Reva tells her that if Marah is hurt she will hold her responsible. She wants to know where Marah is but Olivia refuses to tell them.

At the lighthouse, Danny, Ray and Tony watch as Sam climbs up. Sam falls to the ground and is in pain. Sam says he just got the breath knocked out of him and wants to try again. He realizes he's sprained his ankle but says he can wrap it for support. Tony thinks he has more guts than sense but he still climbs. He tells Tony he'll drop him some rope when he gets to the top. Tony worries about how many men are watching Marah. Danny worries about how long it's taking Sam to climb. Tony says he wants to be first to climb up because he feels responsible for leading Johnny to Marah. He and Ray argue over who should go up and Danny allows Tony to lead them in. Sam gets to the top and lowers the rope for Tony. Tony starts to climb as a guard comes to the top of the lighthouse to check things out forcing Sam to hide. Sam gets up and introduces himself. He asks if the guy is there to look at the stars.

Tuesday, February 6

Michelle wishes Phillip hadn't ruined the mood of the party. Holly reminds Buzz that he promised her dinner and they leave after wishing Frank a happy birthday. Frank tells Michelle that he is going to call a squad car to watch the house. Meanwhile, Reva wants Olivia to tell them where Marah is. Olivia refuses and says that Danny told them to stay out of it. Reva wants to call Frank but Olivia tries to stop her. Josh tells her to go ahead and call. Reva tells Frank that Danny is planning a rescue attempt now and Olivia knows about it. Frank tells her he'll come over and not to antagonize Olivia. Frank tells Michelle that Danny has taken matters into his own hands. She tells him that Danny is doing what he thinks is right. Frank tells her to lock up and asks Meta to watch out for her. Michelle tells Meta that a lot of people will be needing her prayers tonight. Michelle tells Meta that she can't sleep until she hears from Frank. She wonders why they can't trust Danny because he would never put Marah's life at risk. Meta changes the subject to her working with Claire and Michelle is sure that Claire is scared of her. Michelle wishes she were stronger too.

Marah asks one of the thugs to untie her so she can get some water. She then says she needs to go to the bathroom. When that doesn't work she fakes getting a cramp. Marah tells him he'll be sorry when her boyfriend gets there. The guy says her boyfriend might not think she's worth it because of her mouth. Meanwhile, Sam is telling one of the guards how he climbed up the lighthouse. He says he can show him how but the guy pulls out a gun. Tony makes his way to the top and takes the guy by surprise and knocks him out. Sam thinks staring down a gun was an incredible rush. Danny makes his way to the top and tells them not to get overconfident. Ray says a prayer for their safety and they prepare to go in. Meanwhile, Reva tells Olivia that if anything happens to Marah then she is responsible. Frank arrives and grills Olivia. Olivia tells them about the climbing equipment and that it is too late to stop them. Josh asks her who she doesn't trust and Frank threatens to go to Danny. Olivia begs him not to and asks for Josh's help. Josh tells Frank to call Danny. Meanwhile, Tony, Danny, Ray, and Sam arrive outside the door just as Danny's phone rings. Tony bursts in and throws the phone at the guy holding Marah. They struggle and Marah listens as a gun shoots. Tony unties her and she tells him that she was so scared that they shot him. She thanks him and he tells her that Sam was the one who climbed the lighthouse and she thanks him too. Danny returns the call to Frank and Frank yells at him. Danny says that he wants to meet at Reva's and then he will explain. As they all leave the lighthouse, Danny admits to Ray that he realizes that they could all be dead. He tells Ray that his prayer is what made all the difference. Danny brings Marah home and she hugs Reva and Josh. Danny explains that they were holding her in the lighthouse and that if Frank had gone in with a swat team Marah wouldn't have made it out. Noah asks how they managed getting her out and Danny tells them all about how Sam climbed the lighthouse and Tony saved Marah. Marah tells them all the Tony and Sam are heroes but Josh says that Tony is the reason that she was kidnapped in the first place. Danny guarantees Marah's safety and Ray tells them all that he is very proud of Tony because he put Marah's life above his own tonight. Josh refuses to listen to them and Danny and Ray leave. Marah thanks Tony and he leaves. Sam tells them all that Danny didn't take any chances with Marah's safety and Reva questions Sam for not going to the police. Sam doesn't want to argue and he just reminds them that Danny's plan worked. Josh tells Olivia and Sam to go on home and Marah tells Josh that he can go home too. Reva goes up to tell Shayne that Marah is OK and Marah tells Sam that she will never forget that he climbed the lighthouse for her. Josh, Olivia and Sam go outside and Sam goes on to the car. Josh tells Olivia that he understands that she was terrified for her brother but he says that he was also terrified for his daughter. He tells her that he is angry that she purposely withheld information about Marah from him.

Holly and Buzz arrive at Company and he serves her a chilli dog. She takes a small bite and he comments that this is the way she samples life. She gets up to leave and tells him that he's rude. He says that he's impatient and shares that trait with Harley. He thinks that you get to see your DNA through your children. Holly admits she had alot of guilt raising Blake but learned in AA not to be your own judge and jury. She eats the rest of the hotdog. Holly finishes two chili dogs and tells Buzz that he likes them better than Billy's barbeque. Buzz jokes that Nadine liked them both too and Holly asks Buzz what he was like when he was young. He tells her a story about when he was in the army and then he wonders why they always get so serious and changes the subject. He jokes with her about joining a flea circus and then asks her what she plans for the rest of her life. She tells him that she likes this better than screaming at each other and he wonders if they can keep it up.

Beth and Edmund are kissing and he tells her to tell him if she wants him to stop. She doesn't and they fall onto the couch. They are interrupted by a phone call and Edmund angrily tells whoever it is he isn't to be disturbed. He apologizes to Beth but she says she doesn't want to think and wants to stop feeling sad. She asks him to make love to her and they kiss again. They are interrupted by a knock at the door and Edmund gets more upset. A steward informs Edmund that Richard has made a ship to shore call and is requesting Edmund come back to SC. He says it's of grave importance to the state. Edmund picks up the phone and Richard tells him it took him long enough. Edmund wants to know what's going on and Richard explains that a plane will pick him up in 15 minutes to return him to SC. Edmund asks about Beth and Richard says he has made arrangements for her. He won't give any further details and they hang up. Edmund tells Beth he has been summoned back to SC. He says that the worst possible thing has happened. Beth gets dressed and Edmund apologizes for scaring her. He doesn't know what Richard wants but says that he is blamed if something falls off the mantle. Beth asks him what he thinks it is but he doesn't know. They hear the plane and Edmund tells her he wanted this trip to be special. Beth asks him to let her go with him. She says she wants to be with him and they hug. Edmund tells Beth that he doesn't know what to say and he tells her that he can't let her go. He says that he expects a chilly reception from Richard and she tells him that she can take a little reality along with the fantasy. She reminds him of everything that he has done for her and she tells him that she wants to be there for him because she cares so much about him. Edmund is speechless and he says that it will put his mind at ease of she is with her children. She begs him to trust her and tell her what this is about. He says that he doesn't know what it is and the phone rings. He kisses her and leaves.

Wednesday, February 7

Sam meets Josh and Olivia at Company and teases them about hashing things out. Josh says that he's waiting on Olivia to cool down. He tells her that he understands she was worried about Sam, but she should have told him what was going on. Sam reminds him that he climbed the lighthouse to save Marah and Olivia keeping that information a secret helped save her life. Olivia tries to tell him that it was Reva she didn't trust and she knew Josh would tell her. Josh admits he would because Reva needed to know. Olivia suggests that Sam leave them alone to finishing hashing things out. Sam agrees to go see Marah and leaves. Olivia understands Josh's point but tells him she didn't have any choice. She wishes her could see her point. She says that Sam was going to help Danny no matter what and she knew that Josh would tell Reva. Josh thinks that Olivia trusts Danny more than him but she says it's Reva she doesn't trust. She knew Reva would involve the police. Josh tells her that when it comes to Marah, she doesn't make the rules. He says that he and Reva do. Olivia thinks they should just agree to disagree and make guidelines for future arguments like this. He tells her that he isn't a child and doesn't want decisions made for him. She agrees and he says that they are a couple and should make decisions together. He asks if she wants to go see Marah with him but she doesn't want to make things worse with Reva. She offers some advice for Josh about Marah and Tony. She thinks he should lighten up because he is only making Tony more attractive to Marah by putting him out of reach. She asks if he remembers what it was like to want something you couldn't have when he was that age and he says yes and leaves.

Reva tells Marah she has an appointment with a therapist that Rick suggested. She says she's also going to do an expose on the Santos family so everyone in Springfield will know what kind of people they are. Marah gets upset and tells her she can't do that. She says that Tony isn't a mobster but Reva thinks the Santos family is into everything from extortion to murder. Marah says that Tony just runs the club with Danny. She says that he saved her but Reva doesn't think Marah would have needed saving if it wasn't for Tony. Marah gets angry and tells Reva she can't come up with a logical reason for her to stop seeing Tony. She accuses Reva of trying to ruin her life because Reva is bitter she screwed up her own with Josh. Later, Sam arrives and Reva isn't happy with him. Marah reminds her that Sam and Tony did save her and Sam agrees that Tony did a good thing. He thinks that Tony's action is what saved Marah. Reva tells him she plans to shine a big light on the mob so this won't happen again. Sam argues that doing that will only make the other families more angry with Danny which will put more people in danger. Reva agrees that he has a point and tells them she will sit on the story for now. She tells Marah that things are still over between her and Tony and she leaves. Sam asks Marah if she slept okay and she tells him she was scared. She said somehow she knew things would turn out okay because Tony would rescue her and he did. She says that Sam did too and thanks him. She sees his bandaged hands and he says he can't even brag about how he got injured. She thanks him again and says she knows they weren't exactly getting along. He tells her he'd never let anyone hurt her. He says she's made it clear who she wants to spend time with but he still thinks she made the wrong choice and leaves. Richard calls Reva and asks her to air his press conference. He promises it will be huge but can't give her any details. Josh arrives and Reva tells him she sees more of him now than when they were married. Josh tells Marah again that she can't see Tony. Marah tells them she'll just have to see Tony in secret and goes upstairs. Josh asks Reva if she thinks Marah would do that and Reva says that Olivia does things behind his back as well. Josh tells her he was going to apologize for Olivia's behavior if she'd given him a chance. Reva says that he married the woman, now he's stuck with her.

Dax tells Richard that the second set of DNA tests confirm the first and Richard says that he is no longer the prince of San Cristobel. Richard says that they must tell the truth but Dax asks him to keep it silent. Edmund arrives and wants to know what is so urgent. Richard tells him that he will be making a television address and that he wants Edmund to attend. Richard leaves and Edmund demands an explanation from Dax. Dax says that he isn't permitted to say anything else and Edmund orders him to speak. Dax leaves and Edmund decides that Richard would have had him arrested already if it were something he had done. Edmund tries to call Beth's cell phone but can't reach her. Meanwhile, Beth arrives at the mansion looking for the children and runs into Phillip. Phillip asks what happened to her sailing plans and Beth explains why they had to cut it short. Phillip asks her how long she will turn a blind eye to Edmund and Beth says that she doesn't want to discuss it. He tells her that he is talking to her as a friend and she asks him not to patronize her. Phillip calls Edmund evil but Beth will only agree that he is unpredictable. Phillip tells her that she needs someone stable in her life and he tells her that Edmund can't give her what she needs right now. He tells her to remember who she really is but she says that she was always weak and passive. He says that she survived more than anyone he knows and he remembers when they were in New York. He tells her that she made that experience beautiful for him and he says that she has buried that person inside her. She thinks that he wants her to be alone but he points out the relationships that she has had since they got divorced. He asks her to give herself some time to breathe and she tells him that they are not those kids anymore. She asks him why he didn't give her stability when he had the chance and they argue about how he left her in Arizona. They argue about what happened to their relationships after the plane crash and Beth tells him that she is getting what she needs from Edmund. She says that she doesn't have to explain anything to him and Phillip apologizes. He says that he just wants to help her and the kids and he begs her not to let Edmund meet her needs. Beth gets a phone call and it is Edmund. He asks her where she is and she asks Phillip for some privacy. Beth tells Edmund that she has been worried about him and he jokes away Richard's threats. He says that he wants to finish what they started last night and he can tell that she is blushing. Beth says that maybe is was a good thing that they were interrupted but he assures her that they will have a chance again. He tells her to take care and not to let Phillip bully her. They hang up and Phillip returns. Beth tells him that she is going to make other arrangements about where to stay but he begs her not to take the kids away. He tells her that she can have the whole west wing and she makes him agree to stay out of her personal life. Later, Richard prepares for the address and Edmund begs him to tell him what has happened. Edmund asks if it is about Cassie and Richard tells him that he isn't fit to speak her name.

Thursday, February 8

Frank explains to David and Harley about the situation with Marah and they get very upset that he didn't let them in on it. He reminds them that Marah got safely back to her family and they argue about Danny's involvement in the mob. Harley wants to go check on Marah and she tells David about being her nanny long ago. Frank vows that he will never trust Danny Santos again. Susan arrives and sits down with them. She tells them that her trip was amazing but that she is back to grim reality. She asks Harley for an advance on her allowance and she hears them talking about Marah's kidnapping. Frank tells her how Sam climbed the lighthouse to save Marah. Frank and David go back to the station and Harley tells Susan that she missed her. Susan asks her how things are with her and Phillip and Harley explains that Phillip isn't going to fight it now. She wishes Harley could be happy and Harley asks her if Susan has decided where she is going to live. Harley says that she understands that Beth is her connection to her father. She asks Susan if the reason they have grown apart is because she resents Harley because she is the parent she has left instead of Jim or Connie. Susan thinks that is crazy and she says that she doesn't know what she wants right now. Sam arrives and Susan asks him about being a major hero. Sam tells Susan about climbing the lighthouse and how he ran into one of the kidnappers at the top. He says that she's cuter than that guy. He asks about her trip to SC and she loved it. She wonders how he could ever leave it. She says that Edmund helped her a lot and he is surprised. He says that he believed Edmund would have made a move on Beth but Susan tells him Edmund was a perfect gentleman. She wonders why everybody thinks Edmund is so bad. Susan says that even if Edmund liked Beth that way it wouldn't matter. She says that she would be happy for them because nothing can bring her father back.

Danny tells Tony that he did a good job saving Marah and Tony asks Danny how he can deal with not seeing Marah. He says that there must be a way to get her parents to trust him but Danny tells him that things will never change. May comes in with Maria and she notices things that have changed since she was last there. He tells her that he trusts she is going to cooperate with him today and explains that they are meeting with the other heads of the families. Danny tells Tony to keep his head around Johnny and Tony agrees. Danny tells May to leave when all of his guests arrive and he returns to Maria. May quietly gets a small camera out of her purse. The men arrive and May takes pictures of them all. Maria makes small talk with Carlos and Carlos tells Danny that they all want this settled peacefully. They all sit down and Danny confronts Johnny for kidnapping Marah. Danny threatens them with chaos in the families and Carlos asks him to name his price. Danny tells them all that the Santos family is out for good. Danny tells everyone that he tried to do business a better way but he's tired of having to drag them into the new century. He says that his family is out and wants them to stay away from him. Carlos asks if he's taking his people off the streets and reminds him that other families will take over. Danny says the Santos family is done. Everyone leaves and Carlos tells Danny they aren't happy. Maria tells him she supports Danny and he leaves. Danny tells Maria and Tony that he feels like himself for the first time in a while. Tony says that the others got it, but they didn't like it. He thinks once they figure out the plan, it will be open season for the Santos family. He thinks Danny just painted a big target on the backs of their guys on the streets. Danny tells them that everyone has been reassigned and they are out of that kind of business. Tony doesn't like it and Danny says there will be no more violence. Meanwhile, May makes a phone call saying that she needs an in person debriefing.

Edmund comes in and demands to know what is going on now. Richard tells him that WSPR will be carrying the address so they will all find out tonight. Edmund wanders around and tries to find out what is going on. He asks Dax if he knows what it is and Dax wonders why Edmund always assumes the worst. Dax tells him to relax. Meanwhile, Lillian tells Beth that she is going to work some extra shifts to make up for what she missed while they were in San Cristobel. She asks Beth why she came home early and Beth says that she only came back because Edmund was called back to San Cristobel. Beth explains to Lillian how Edmund saved her after the fire but Beth doesn't want to talk about it anymore. She says that she needs to make her own decisions and that she is focused on where she and the kids are going to live. Lillian mentions to Beth about Richard's address tonight and Beth wonders if that is why Edmund was called back home.

Richard talks to Cassie on the phone. He tells her he needs her to stay put for a couple more days just in case there is unrest. He assures her she is with him in his heart. Edmund watches as Richard hangs up then says he needs Cassie now more than ever. Harley, Susan and Sam gather around the TV at Company to watch Richard's announcement. Reva comes on and says they will be going to Richard shortly. Richard greets the people and tells them that this is the most difficult thing he's ever done. Edmund watches with curiosity. Richard explains that evidence has been found that shows he's not the rightful heir to the throne. He says that he is the son of Prince George but Princess Charlotte is not his mother. He tells them that her child was stillborn and he was brought to the palace to replace him. Everyone watching is shocked including Edmund. Harley thinks this has to be some kind of joke and Beth is thrilled that Edmund is getting what he always wanted. Richard goes on to say that Edmund is the rightful heir but he cannot in good conscience tell the people that Edmund is fit to rule. He says that Edmund has committed certain crimes that he kept secret because he believed Edmund would never rule. He says that these facts will be given to the royal council to be given to the people so they can decide who should rule. Richard ends his annoucement and Susan is upset because Sam and Harley are backing Richard. She thinks he betrayed Edmund on national televison. Outside, Holly runs into Buzz on her way to see Richard's news. Buzz thinks she really came there to see him. Meanwhile after the news media leave, Edmund tells Richard that he will never forgive him for that.

Friday, February 9

Michelle scares Marah and causes her to drop her tray of snacks. Michelle tells her that she will calm down after time and tells her that she understands. Marah tells Michelle that she really likes Tony and asks if falling for a Santos is doomed to failure. Michelle says that she wouldn't do anything differently because Danny is worth it. She says that she knows that she and Danny are supposed to be together. Marah is surprised because she and Danny are from such different places and Michelle says that she knows it won't always be this hard being a Santos. Marah tells her that she is not wasting her time wanting something that she can't have. Marah points out that people see Tony as a thug that is going to ruin her life but she explains that is backwards. She says that she wants to be the person that Tony sees when he looks at her and Michelle can tell that she really loves Tony. Marah tells Michelle how her parents have banned her from seeing Tony and Michelle invites her to ride to Infierno to see "Catalina." Marah refuses because she doesn't want to get into trouble and Michelle leaves. Marah yells for her to wait and she says that she wants to go see Tony. Marah and Michelle arrive at Infierno and Michelle leaves them alone. He tells her that coming her was a bad idea and he says that he can't see her there. She says that they need a place more private and suggests the lighthouse. Tony asks her how she could go there and he asks if she is sure. She says yes and he agrees. Meanwhile, Maria asks Danny how he could turn his back on the old ways and he asks her what she is really going to miss. She tells him that he is in more danger now because he is not following the tradition and he assures her that he will keep the security around them. She asks him if he thinks he can have the Santos family and his other family with Michelle too and he says that he is not a fool and knows he can't have both. Michelle arrives and Maria tells her hello. Maria's ride arrives and Maria invites Michelle over sometime. She leaves and Michelle asks Danny if he wants to see the newest information about the baby. He wants her to leave and she shows him the sonograms. Michelle puts a sticker of a star on the picture to keep him from finding out the sex and he admits that he can't wait to meet the baby. She asks him to come home to them soon and she leaves.

Buzz tells Holly that he can't believe the way that Susan was defending Edmund and he says he can see that she will be a woman that will be drawn to the darkside. Holly tells Buzz that he himself is one of the most complicated men in this town and she walks off. At the mansion, Phillip comes in and asks Lillian and Beth if they are ready for a celebration. Beth is offended that Phillip is pleased by what Richard said about Edmund. Phillip can't believe that Beth is making this Richard's fault and she says that she will not abandon Edmund. Phillip tries to get Lillian to agree with him but Lillian doesn't want to get in the middle of it. Beth continues to back Edmund and Phillip walks out after he says that Beth is possessed. Meanwhile, Richard explains to Edmund about the baby buried under the table rock and Edmund tells Richard that he has no right to sabotage him. Richard tells him that he should have put him in jail and thrown away the key years ago but he didn't because he felt sorry for him. Richard calls him a traitor to him and the country. Richard tells him that he found Rourke and what he found out. Edmund tries to talk his way out of being the one behind Rourke and Richard begs him for one honest conversation. Edmund tells him that he doesn't have any proof of this and he asks Richard why he didn't come to him first. Edmund tells him that Rourke is trying to come between them to ruin the family but Richard does not believe him. Richard tells him that he has had a lifetime to figure out that Edmund does not need to have the throne. Richard reminds him that he lost a son and a wife because of him. Edmund tells him that when he decided to change he had to forgive himself of those crimes and he says that he has changed over the past year. Edmund asks him if it is a different view looking in from the outside now just as he has done all of his life. Edmund asks him what he would have done if he had spent a week in his shoes and Richard leaves to go meet with the counsel. Edmund's phone rings and Beth asks him if he is alright. She asks how Richard could have done that to him and asks if Richard has apologized to him yet. Beth says that she will be on the next flight down there but Edmund tells her that this is not the time. She insists that she come down there to be on his side. Edmund says that he would love to see her but that this is not the right time. Edmund is very distant towards her and tells her that he has to be going. He hangs up and the phone rings again. This time it is Susan and she tells him that she can't believe that Richard did that to him. Edmund apologizes that Richard upset her and she tells him to just get out of there and let them have their election. She tells him if he really wants to be prince then he should stay there and fight it and he thanks her for her advice. Susan says that there are alot of people who know who Edmund really is and she tells him that she loves him. He begins to cry and hangs up. He decides that know one can know the truth and he says that Richard did this to him. Richard talks to Cassie on the phone and Dax interrupts them. Richard asks if there is a mob in the street demanding that Edmund take the throne and Dax says no. Richard hopes that he is doing the right thing and he wishes he could make himself believe that he didn't do the things he did to the country. Ms. Weymouth arrives to see Richard and she thanks him for seeing him. She tells him that he was far too generous with Edmund tonight and she calls Edmund a disgusting excuse for a human being. She confirms that Edmund is responsible for her husband's death. Later, Phillip returns and Beth tells him that Edmund sends his best. He asks her why she is telling him that she called him and she tells him that it is not how he thinks it is. He tells her that he hopes she is sticking around there because sooner or later she will see Edmund for who he really is.

Monday, February 12

Claire and Alan talk about Harley and Phillip's divorce and Beth's infatuation with Edmund. She tells him about her plans to torture Meta over the lighthouse project. She thanks him for the opportunity and asks if he's expecting a payback. Olivia interrupts them and thanks Alan for the use of his jet for her honeymoon. She tells him they didn't get to go because of Marah's kidnapping. Claire thinks this is just another good reason for Michelle to stay away from Danny. Olivia informs her that Michelle was the original target. Claire gets upset and Olivia realizes she didn't know. She suggests Michelle didn't want to upset her but Claire doesn't buy it. She starts to leave when Alan brings up the lighthouse project. Olivia says that the lighthouse is special to her and would be happy to volunteer her help. Claire isn't interested but Alan persuades her. He thinks that Olivia's specialty is construction and wants her to survey the lighthouse for them. Olivia tells him that Lewis Construction will guarantee a low bid and good work. They strike a deal but Claire isn't happy about it. After Olivia leaves Alan says he loves the way she thinks. Claire thinks he's very transparent and is provoking her with Olivia. Alan says that he simply admires Olivia and asks if Claire feels threatened. He tells her that things between them could be more solidified if she would make the first move but she says that wouldn't be very ladylike. He remembers her saying she wasn't a lady and he doesn't want to behave like a gentleman. Alan thinks she becomes more stimulated when other women are around. She tells him she won't compete for his affections and they kiss.

When Josh arrives at their house Marah tells him that Reva isn't there. He tells her he is there to see her because he doesn't like the way things ended between them. He wants them to be able to talk it out when they have a difference of opinion. Marah knows that Josh hates Tony but he insists that this is about what's best for her. He thinks if she continues to see him, there will be trouble. Marah tells him that she's going to give Tony up. Josh is shocked and she explains that she isn't in love with Tony, she just has a crush. She says her therapist helped her realize that she was acting crazy. Josh is happy about her decision and wishes Reva could hear it. Marah tells him that being defined by your relationship is so 80s. Josh hugs her and is relieved she won't be seeing Tony anymore. There is a knock at the door and Josh answers it. Perdita reveals herself as Noah's ex--wife and Josh says he didn't know Noah was married. She claims that Noah is simply afraid of the place she holds in his heart. Josh introduces himself as Reva's ex-husband and Perdita thinks they have a lot in common already. Josh tries to get rid of her by saying Reva isn't there but Perdita comes in anyway. She explains that she's an art dealer and is appearing on Reva's show. Reva arrives and is surprised to find such a full house. Perdita says that they can always make room for her. Reva takes her aside and asks what she's doing there. Perdita wants to talk about the show and starts making rules about camera angles and what questions she won't answer. Noah arrives with good news and is surprised to find Perdita there. Perdita observes that all the exes are in one room and Reva thinks that's modern of them. Perdita thinks they're one big happy family and Josh says not anymore. Noah says that sometimes marriages are a mistake and Perdita says that sometimes you belong together. Before she leaves she tells Noah and Reva that things have settled well for their family down south. Noah explains to Reva that the election in Central America is over and the trouble is gone. Reva is happy and wants to tell Josh and Marah. She explains how she met Catalina with the illegal immigrants and found out that Noah was a retired special agent. Marah feels bad for thinking her mother was ignoring her when she was really saving people. Reva says the danger is over now and Josh tells her she did a good thing. He gets ready to leave and Marah follows him to the door. He says he's proud of her for giving up Tony and leaves. Tony arrives and kisses Marah. She tells him that Josh bought her story about dumping him. Tony doesn't like her having to like to her father. He gives her the caretaker's schedule and keys to the lighthouse. They agree to meet there tomorrow night but Marah doesn't want to wait. Reva calls for her and Tony leaves quickly after promising to see each other tomorrow.

Mrs. Weymouth tells Richard and Dax that Edmund blackmailed her husband with photographs of his affair with a 17 year old girl. He forced her husband to tell Richard that he was sterile and Cassie wasn't pregnant when she was. She says he confessed to her and she has the photos now. Richard remembers seeing her upset and she says that her husband was about to confess to him too but died before he could. She apologizes for not coming forth sooner because she didn't want to upset her daughter but she can't let Edmund take power. She gives Richard the photographs and asks him to be discreet. Richard says that there is no use for the photos to be made public. Mrs. Weymouth says she will do whatever it takes to make sure her husband didn't die in vain. She offers to testify to the royal council to make sure Edmund doesn't take the throne. Dax thinks he has a way to prove that Edmund had the photos. Dax says they will test for Edmund's fingerprints on the photographs. Richard asks if he can keep them in his safe and she agrees. She asks him to burn them when he is finished. Richard asks Dax to make sure Edmund doesn't leave the grounds. He wants to know the minute Dax receives the results. Meanwhile, Edmund finds the angel carved in the rock in the garden. He wonders what life would have been like if William had lived. He remembers their mother taking them there to play and how his father favored Richard so much. He says that Richard had no right to go to the people or make any changes in government. He says that his is the prince and all rights are his. Dax informs Richard that Edmund's fingerprints are on the photos. Richard gets angry and says that Edmund caused him to doubt himself. He says that Edmund lied to his face and all their suspicions were true. Dax tries to stop him but Richard says that Edmund is a cancer on the house of Winslow and he must be stopped. He finds Edmund and tells him the game is over. He asks if he enjoyed seeing Dr. Weymouth suffer. He says that Mrs. Weymouth told him the whole story but Edmund thinks Richard is always willing to believe the worst of him. Richard says his fingerprints are all over the photos but Edmund still denies it. He tells Richard he is self delusional and a fool. He turns to leave but Richard sticks a sword next to his head in the door. He throws another sword to Edmund and Edmund says if he does this, he really is a fool. Edmund reminds Richard that he is quicker and stronger than him in fencing. The duel begins and Edmund says that he has a pregnant wife he is responsible for. Richard knocks him to the floor and points his sword at Edmund's throat.

Tuesday, February 13

Sam tells Olivia about Richard's speech and she is shocked. He wishes he were in San Cristobel to watch this unfold and she feels bad for Richard. She tells him that Josh has gone over to Reva's to figure out how to keep Marah away from Tony but Sam just reminds her about forbidden fruit. He tells her that the more they try to keep her from Tony then the more she will want him. Olivia tells Sam that he has the inside track with Marah and Sam says that it sounds like she is promoting he and Marah. She says that she knows that he is lonely and tells him to go for it. Olivia thinks this could cause she and Marah to bond and she can tell that he really likes Marah. She reminds him that tomorrow is Valentine's day but he tells her that he hates Valentine's day. She tells him that most women love Valentine's day and tells him that he can come up with something to get the message across to Marah that he cares. He reluctantly agrees and gets ready to leave.

Reva wants to brainstorm with Noah about how to get rid of Perdita. She says that she isn't jealous and he compares the number of exes that he has to the number that she has. She jokes about HB and tells Noah that they would have liked each other. Noah says that there is one way to get rid of Perdita and explains that she will head to the south of France if she has money to burn. Reva tells him that she can't wait to sick Alan Spaulding on Perdita. Reva tells Noah about all the demands that Perdita made in order to be on her show and says that Perdita refused to discuss her art and where she has been for the last 10 years. They realize that there are laws to prevent the sale of art out of its country of origin and they decide how they can use Alan to their advantage. She tells them that there are lots of ways that they can entertain themselves once Perdita is out of their lives but says that they need to concentrate on the trouble at hand. He reminds her that he has to work tonight and invites her to breakfast at his place tomorrow. She opens the door just as Josh arrives. Reva tells Noah goodbye and he leaves. Outside on the porch, Noah calls Perdita and tells her that it is time they figured out where they go from there. He invites her to breakfast at his place tomorrow and he leaves. Inside, Josh tells Reva that what she did for the immigrants was remarkable and he is thankful that she worked so hard to fulfill Diego's last request. He tells her that he is grateful and he says that he needs for her to understand that. Reva apologizes for her disappearance and Josh hopes that life can get back to normal. He asks her if she is happy and she beats around the bush. She asks him if he is happy and he says yes. She asks how he can tell and he says that he looks forward to the day because he knows what will happen. They talk about their ups-and-downs over the years and Reva tells him that she needs to figure out what she did to mess up the best thing that happen to her so that she can change that if she ever gets another chance. She clarifies that she didn't mean another chance with him and she says that she knows he is on his own journey of discovery. He says it seems weird that he isn't on that journey with her and he tells her that he hopes she finds what she is looking for because he will never be happy himself until he knows she is happy. Reva thanks him for coming over and telling her all that stuff and she wishes him a happy Valentine's day.

Alan and Claire continue to kiss and she wants to take the phone off the hook now that she finally has his attention. They are interrupted by the phone and Alan answers. Susan asks to speak to Beth but Alan tells her he's busy now but will give Beth the message. Susan asks Harley if Beth can call her back on her cell phone and Harley agrees. They hang up and Alan is glad that Susan prefers Beth to Harley. Susan tells Harley she's worried about Edmund. She says he sounded sad on the phone and doesn't have anybody to support him there. She doesn't like what Richard did to him and thinks Edmund only has her, Beth and Lizzie. Harley thinks that should tell her something. Susan waits on Beth's phone call and realizes she's ignoring Harley. Harley tells her she understands her need to be close to Beth because of Jim. She tells her that when she was young, she kept a bottle of her father's cologne. Susan thinks she's lucky that Buzz came back. Harley says that the man she dreamed about is so different from Buzz but she loves him more and more everyday. She admits she still hasn't thrown that bottle of cologne away. Susan tells her that she has one of her father's hairbrushes. Susan asks about her divorce but Harley doesn't expect any problems. Beth calls and asks Susan if she saw Richard's announcement. Susan is worried but Beth reassures her that Edmund is strong and can handle this. Beth and Susan exchange I love yous and hang up. Susan tells Harley that sometimes it's easier being close to someone who isn't your mother. Harley says she wouldn't since her mom left when she was young. Susan thinks that sometimes Harley tries too hard to make up for giving her up. She tells her that she does respect her for trying to make Susan a better person. They talk about how you have to be tough on your kids. Susan knows Harley loves her. She hopes that she will be brave enough to be tough on her own kids. Harley takes that as a compliment and tells Susan she is a nice person.

Richard holds his sword to Edmund's throat and Edmund tells him he has quite the dilemma. He asks if he can skewer the rightful heir to the throne and Richard says damn you to hell. Edmund recovers and the duel resumes. They take off their jackets and Richard thinks this is all a game to Edmund. He tells him he won't have mercy on him again. Edmund says he simply lost his concentration. They move into another room still fighting. Edmund thinks Richard is too noble to kill him. Richard tries to stop but Edmund reminds him that he can't fail the country. Edmund tells him that he would run him through and cuts his cheek. Edmund taunts Richard and Richard wonders if he wants him to kill him. Edmund lowers his sword giving Richard the opportunity. He then lunges at Richard putting his sword to Richard's throat. Richard asks him to tell Cassie he loves her. Edmund thinks he's sunk to her level. The bastard prince marries the whore stripper. Richard lunges at him and stabs him in the chest. Edmund falls to the floor and tells Richard his problem is solved. Richard falls to his knees and screams why. Dax arrives and tells the guards to call an ambulance. Edmund tells him that it was an accident and he lost his footing. Dax goes to get help and Edmund tells Richard that was a parting gift. He wonders if he can accept it. Edmund thinks a conscience is a terrible thing to have. Richard is stunned and Edmund can barely breathe. Edmund tells him he will live a lie in front of his wife and the rest of the world. He thinks if Richard does that, he'll slowly turn into Edmund. The paramedics arrive and Edmund tells him that fell on his sword. He says that you might say he has embarrassed himself to death.

Wednesday, February 14

Catalina comes to see Marah and catches her making a Valentine's day card for Tony. She has a present from Tony for Marah and it is a silver bracelet with lighthouses on it. Catalina is confused but figures out that they are meeting at the lighthouse. Marah begs her to keep quiet and Reva comes in. She leaves to meet Noah for breakfast and Catalina doesn't want to help Marah lie to her parents. Marah tells her that she loves Tony and the doorbell rings. It is Sam with a Valentine wreath. He says that they are perfect for her and she thanks him. She tells him that it was sweet and he kisses her. He wishes her a good time with Tony and leaves. Catalina asks her who she was making the Valentine for again and Marah tells her that Sam came totally out of the blue. Catalina can tell that Sam gets to her but Marah says that she loves Tony. Catalina brings the Valentine to Tony and he loves it. He admits that he has know alot of girls but none of them are like Marah. Catalina tells him that she knows about the lighthouse and he tells her that he wants to make everything right for Marah. He says that he wants something different for Marah and Catalina tells him just to be himself and not let Marah take him for granted. Catalina has an idea and Ray arrives. Tony is looking at love poems and Ray offers to help him learn some Spanish love poems for Marah. He quotes a Spanish poem to Tony and Catalina translates. Catalina tells Tony to be careful with Marah and she says that she feels bad for going behind Reva's back. He tells her that he is changing because of Marah and she tells him that he is already a good guy.

In Noah's room, Perdita tells Noah that she has sex on her mind. He asks her what she is going to do with her life and she says that she came there to get him because she wants to be with him. She pulls him down on the bed with her and Reva walks in. Reva begins to talk to Perdita about her being on the show and tells her to get out of there right now. Perdita leaves and Reva asks what Perdita wanted. Noah tells her that Perdita is going to move to Springfield to get him back and Reva can tell that he likes that she is jealous. She takes off her coat and all she is wearing is her red slip. They get romantic and Reva vows to sting Perdita in her art game. Noah admits that he enjoys them fighting over him and he apologizes that they are in this position. Reva has to leave to meet with Alan and Noah tells her good luck.

In the hospital, the doctor tells Richard that they almost lost Edmund but have him stable now. She says he will be going to surgery soon and reminds Richard he still needs to be treated for his wound. Richard wants to see Edmund first and she tells him to keep it brief. Edmund says Beth's name. Richard can't believe that it's come to this. He says that in that moment he could only think about what Edmund did to him and Cassie. He says he wanted to kill him and almost did. He assures Edmund that he is going to be fine. Edmund opens his eyes and looks at him and Richard tells him he's going to be all right. Edmund smiles at him and congratulates him on his first act of treason. The monitors go off and the doctors rush Richard outside so they can work on Edmund. Richard calls Beth and then Cassie. He tells her what happened and she thinks Edmund pushed him too far this time. She thinks he set this whole thing up but Richard admits he wanted him dead in that moment. Cassie wants to come home but Richard tells her as much as he wants her with him, she must stay away until they know what the fallout is going to be. Later, she calls back to see if Edmund is out of surgery. Richard doesn't know anything yet but Cassie reassures him that they will handle whatever happens together. She reminds him that it's Valentine's Day and has the gift he sent her ready to open. She wanted them to open it together. It's a necklace with three diamonds in the chain to represent their children. He asks her to put in on and she wants him to close his eyes and imagine her wearing the necklace and the nightgown she had on their wedding night. She paints a picture of her sitting next to him telling him he is all she will ever need. He says that she is all he needs and can't wait to be with her again.

Beth finds Phillip playing with the baby and tells him Nettie is ready to give him a bath. She asks if she's received any calls and he says none from San Cristobel. Beth isn't in the mood and neither is he since he's meeting about his divorce today. He wonders how he got here on Valentine's Day. They remember the significance of the date and she wishes him happy anniversary for what it's worth. In the hall, Ross asks Harley if she's okay. She tells him that it dragging out was what bothered her. She says she just needs a clean break. They go inside and Harley sees Beth. Beth tells her she's sorry for what happened and starts to leave. Harley thinks she should stay for the divorce since she was involved in most of the marriage. The phone rings and Phillip tells Beth she has a call from Richard. He tells her about the accident and that Edmund asked for her before he went into surgery. Beth tells Phillip she has to go to San Cristobel because Edmund needs her. She doesn't want Phillip to give her a hard time but he thinks she should wait an hour or two until Richard calls back. She says he may not have an hour or two. Phillip wants her to atleast wait until Lizzie comes home and Harley notes to Ross that it's really about the kids. Beth asks Phillip if he hates Edmund that much because if it were anybody else he wouldn't mind. Phillip reluctantly agrees to watch the kids and Beth thanks him and leaves. Harley tells Ross this is why she wants a divorce. Ross goes over the settlement and Harley tells them she doesn't want anything from Phillip and can support herself. Phillip wants to give Zack the advantages of being a Spaulding. Harley wants to leave and Ross reminds them that they are ending their marriage and this is their last chance to realize that. Harley says she has to go and wishes Phillip a happy Valentine's Day. Phillip says he's sorry and she says she is too. Phillip is angry that he let this happen again but is relieved it's over. He wants to change his will so he can provide more for Harley since she won't take the money now. Ross tells him that the best things he gives has nothing to do with money. Beth comes back in to tell Phillip she's leaving. Ross asks Phillip if his restraint from going after her is for his benefit. Phillip says that trying to save Beth is what cost him his marriage. He says that if thought he could stop her he would.

Thursday, February 15

Reva offers Alan the opportunity to nail a woman to help out her love life. She says the woman is an art dealer and Alan tells her he didn't know Olivia was involved with art. Reva doesn't want to talk about Olivia. She tells him about Perdita being involved in illegal art dealings and wants his help to get her out of the country. Alan tells her that it's a bad deal for him so the answer is no. Reva tells him she thought he'd so her a favor since he gave his jet to Olivia. Alan asks her about Olivia and she thinks he wants her to keep Josh occupied so he can go after her. Alan says it still isn't a good deal for him. Reva tells him that instead of doing her story on Perdita, she'll do one on a local company that hired illegal immigrant workers. Alan tells her they need to talk about his new art collection. Later, Reva asks if they have an understanding. He agrees but wants his best interests served. He tells he wants the art if it's good. She reminds him that it's illegal art but he doesn't think anyone would mind of some of it ended up in his collection. Reva reminds him that Perdita is very dangerous.

Reva offers Alan the opportunity to nail a woman to help out her love life. She says the woman is an art dealer and Alan tells her he didn't know Olivia was involved with art. Reva doesn't want to talk about Olivia. She tells him about Perdita being involved in illegal art dealings and wants his help to get her out of the country. Alan tells her that it's a bad deal for him so the answer is no. Reva tells him she thought he'd so her a favor since he gave his jet to Olivia. Alan asks her about Olivia and she thinks he wants her to keep Josh occupied so he can go after her. Alan says it still isn't a good deal for him. Reva tells him that instead of doing her story on Perdita, she'll do one on a local company that hired illegal immigrant workers. Alan tells her they need to talk about his new art collection. Later, Reva asks if they have an understanding. He agrees but wants his best interests served. He tells he wants the art if it's good. She reminds him that it's illegal art but he doesn't think anyone would mind of some of it ended up in his collection. Reva reminds him that Perdita is very dangerous.

Beth arrives at the hospital and Richard tells her that Edmund is still in surgery. He asks her what she knows and she tells him she heard it was an accident and Edmund fell but that doesn't make any sense. She wonders whose sword it was. Richard tells her that Edmund would probably rather tell her what happened. She asks him about summoning Edmund back to San Cristobel to publicly execute him. Richard tells her it was his duty to give that speech and assures her he didn't distort anything. She asks him if he really believes Edmund is unfit to rule and he says that is what he will tell the royal council. Beth asks him even if Edmund was meant to rule from the beginning. Richard tells her about Edmund's mother giving birth to a stillborn child the same time his father's mistress gave birth. He explains that he was groomed to rule from the beginning and he did. Beth thinks that now that Richard can't rule, he doesn't want Edmund to either. The doctor comes out and tells them that Edmund is out of surgery and is asking for Beth. Richard hopes that he will be okay but Beth wonders. Richard tells her that he believes she could be good for Edmund but warns her to be careful if she's serious about him. Beth and Richard go in to see Edmund and the doctor tells them not to excite him. Richard thinks they should let him rest but Beth tells him that she is there. Edmund wakes up and thinks she is a dream. She asks what happened and Edmund tells him his brother tried to kill him. Richard explains to Beth that he had proof that Edmund tried to undermind him using Cassie. He says that Edmund is the better fencer but he lost control and let his anger get the best of him. Beth wonders why everyone thinks it's an accident. Richard tells her to ask Edmund since he came up with that story and told Dax. Edmund wanted it on Richard's conscience. He regrets it and hopes Edmund gets well. Richard leaves and Beth can't believe Richard could hurt him then just walk out. Edmund asks her if what Richard said is worrying her and she admits it is but isn't important now. He says that Richard has reason not to trust him but Beth knows there are two sides to every story. She says that Harley is her Richard. She asks about Cassie and he jokes not to get into a duel with her. He asks her to tilt the bed up for him and tells her that she is beautiful. They kiss and Edmund says she'll have to forgive him since he's on medication. The nurse comes in and Beth goes to get some water. He asks the nurse to write some things down for him and says there are going to be changes around here. He lists things he wants done and Beth returns. She wonders if he's making trouble for Richard and Cassie but he says someone is trying to make Richard dissolve the principality. Beth tells him the council hasn't met yet. He is glad she visited him on Valentine's Day and then gains her sympathy when he fakes a pain.

Beth arrives at the hospital and Richard tells her that Edmund is still in surgery. He asks her what she knows and she tells him she heard it was an accident and Edmund fell but that doesn't make any sense. She wonders whose sword it was. Richard tells her that Edmund would probably rather tell her what happened. She asks him about summoning Edmund back to San Cristobel to publicly execute him. Richard tells her it was his duty to give that speech and assures her he didn't distort anything. She asks him if he really believes Edmund is unfit to rule and he says that is what he will tell the royal council. Beth asks him even if Edmund was meant to rule from the beginning. Richard tells her about Edmund's mother giving birth to a stillborn child the same time his father's mistress gave birth. He explains that he was groomed to rule from the beginning and he did. Beth thinks that now that Richard can't rule, he doesn't want Edmund to either. The doctor comes out and tells them that Edmund is out of surgery and is asking for Beth. Richard hopes that he will be okay but Beth wonders. Richard tells her that he believes she could be good for Edmund but warns her to be careful if she's serious about him. Beth and Richard go in to see Edmund and the doctor tells them not to excite him. Richard thinks they should let him rest but Beth tells him that she is there. Edmund wakes up and thinks she is a dream. She asks what happened and Edmund tells him his brother tried to kill him. Richard explains to Beth that he had proof that Edmund tried to undermind him using Cassie. He says that Edmund is the better fencer but he lost control and let his anger get the best of him. Beth wonders why everyone thinks it's an accident. Richard tells her to ask Edmund since he came up with that story and told Dax. Edmund wanted it on Richard's conscience. He regrets it and hopes Edmund gets well. Richard leaves and Beth can't believe Richard could hurt him then just walk out. Edmund asks her if what Richard said is worrying her and she admits it is but isn't important now. He says that Richard has reason not to trust him but Beth knows there are two sides to every story. She says that Harley is her Richard. She asks about Cassie and he jokes not to get into a duel with her. He asks her to tilt the bed up for him and tells her that she is beautiful. They kiss and Edmund says she'll have to forgive him since he's on medication. The nurse comes in and Beth goes to get some water. He asks the nurse to write some things down for him and says there are going to be changes around here. He lists things he wants done and Beth returns. She wonders if he's making trouble for Richard and Cassie but he says someone is trying to make Richard dissolve the principality. Beth tells him the council hasn't met yet. He is glad she visited him on Valentine's Day and then gains her sympathy when he fakes a pain.

Friday, February 16

Due to local coverage of severe weather, GL did not air in our area. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Monday, February 19

Catalina tells Michelle that she is surprised that she is there and Frank asks Michelle why he is even there. Rick is there with May and Frank jokes that they should trade dates. May comes over and hears Michelle ask Frank about illegal online trading. Frank explains while May listens and ignores Rick. He can tell that she isn't paying attention and asks if he is boring her. She asks her why she has been staring at Frank and Frank finishes his explanation to Michelle. Danny comes over and Michelle jokes that she may take up gambling before the night is over. Danny tells her that there is no reason for her to keep hanging around there. Danny thinks she's wasting her time and appeals to Frank but he just walks away. Michelle tells him she'll be home waiting for him when he finally comes to his senses.

Reva and Noah arrive at Alan's and Reva assures Alan that she has brought enough ammo for Perdita. Alan says heaven help the woman that comes between Reva and her man. Claire comes in and Perdita arrives. She wants to do business before they eat and she shows Alan Leo's drawing. Reva inspects it and Alan asks Perdita if she has the appropriate documentation. Reva presents Perdita with the sale document for the last time that this drawing was sold in Rome and confronts her about how it can't be in this country legally. Reva asks her if it is illegal or a fraud. Reva says she has affadavits that prove Perdita is into illegal activity. Claire and Alan both act shocked and Claire wonders where Reva got them. She says she got them from the Internet and threatens to call the FBI. Perdita asks her what she wants. Reva wants her on the next plane out of town or else she'll call the authorities. She doesn't think Perdita's agency friends would like her illegal activities. Perdita asks Noah if he gave her up and he tells her he did a long time ago. Perdita is forced to sell the sketch for half price to Alan who she realizes was in on it too. Perdita tells them that she'll be back when they least expect it and leaves. Claire is excited and tells them they are her new favorites guests. Noah thanks Reva and she tells him it was the least she could do.

At Infierno, Olivia and Josh enjoy dinner. She brings up Alan but Josh isn't interested. She wants to go over to the lighthouse and do a preliminary survey but Josh says that doesn't sound like a good time to him. She makes him go along with her and she reminds him that he agreed to do this for Alan. He agrees and they leave. They arrive outside the lighthouse and Josh can see that the building really needs repair. Josh thinks about Marah being held there and is glad that Marah has come to her senses about Tony. Olivia notices that the door is unlocked and is glad that they can go check out the inside now. Meanwhile, Tony and Marah arrive at the lighthouse and Tony wants to chase away all of the bad feelings for Marah. He says that it is their place now and he changes the subject to hockey. Marah is confused and asks him if something is wrong. He says that he is just trying to make conversation and admits that he is trying to slow down. He tells her that she is making it really hard to do and she asks if he is still upset with her about New Year's Eve. He tells her that she has apologized enough for that and he says that he doesn't want her if she is just grateful. She tells him that he has changed her and that she needed it. He fixes the picnic for her but she doesn't like much of the food. She tells him that it is nice being there with him and wishes her parents would ease up on them. She asks who took care of him when he was growing up and he says he took care of himself. He says that he lived with Aunts and Uncles and Marah wishes her parents could see that that she is old enough to know what she wants. Marah jokes about the kind of guy that her parents would want for her and she brings up college. She asks him if he ever wanted to go to college and he says that all he ever wanted to do was survive. He says that he wanted to make his way up in the family but since he met her he wants more. Josh gets a call about another project and has to leave. Olivia stays behind to take pictures of the lighthouse. Meanwhile, Tony tells Marah he wanted to get her something since she gave him a home made Valentine. He is nervous and recites a poem for her in Spanish. She thinks it was beautiful but admits she doesn't have any idea what it means. He translates and tells her that she is beautiful always. They kiss but he stops before they go too far. He puts on some music and they dance. Outside, Olivia is taking pictures. Marah tells Tony that she will be 18 in a month and he says she's killing him. She tells him she knows what she wants and tonight is the perfect night. She takes off his shirt and they kiss and Olivia catches them.

Richard looks at a picture of Cassie and remembers their wedding vows. He knows that he will need her love and support more now than ever and he sits down in his chair. Dax tells Richard that the first members of the council have arrived and addresses him as 'your highness.' Richard tells him that is a habit he'll have to break. Dax thinks that if the council reject Edmund, they may want him to continue to rule since he is Prince George's son. He says that Richard was born to rule and he can't let Edmund take that away. Richard tells him there is no turning back now. He says that if the council wants a principality, then Edmund will rule. He says if they want a democracy, then the people will vote. He doesn't think there is any point to royalty other than for tourist value. He reminds Dax that he did try to kill Edmund. The council arrives and they all sit down and wait for Richard to speak. Richard addresses the council telling him he's speaking as a common citizen and not royalty. He says that it has been a privilege to rule since his father's death but Edmund is the rightful heir to the throne. He begins to tell them he doesn't think Edmund is fit when Edmund is announced. Beth and Edmund enter and everyone rises for him. He apologizes for being late but thinks it's understandable given his physical state. He tells Richard he may continue.

Tuesday, February 20

At Company, Ross explains to Buzz that he believes if he remarries Blake, they'll lose everything good they have. Buzz tells him that he can't go through life worrying about what might happen. He thinks the important question is what does Ross want. Harley and Rick arrive and Harley tells them that she's almost divorced thanks to Ross. She explains that she's getting what she wants and that is nothing. Rick and Buzz think she should keep the house so Zack with have a home. She tells them she can't stay there because she will see Phillip in every room. Buzz thinks she deserves the house after being married to Phillip. She says that she'll never be rid of him if she stays there. Harley thinks the house is too big and then gets an idea. She sees Ruth and asks her to move in. Ruth is shocked but doesn't think she can afford it. Harley tells her there is no rent thanks to Phillip. Ruth finally agrees and Harley tells Ross she wants to keep the house afterall. Later, Ross makes plans to throw Blake a party and invites Buzz and his family.

Olivia interrupts Marah and Tony at the lighthouse. Marah thinks she's spying on her but Olivia explains that she's there working. She wishes she hadn't seen them but thinks something good could come out of it. Tony asks if she's angry and she says no. He tells her that Josh hates him and that's the only side of the story she knows. He says that they think he's a dropout from Chicago that's bad news. He tells her that he used to be that way but everything changed when Marah walked into his life. He says that good things are in his future now and they just want to be together. Olivia wonders if those good things include Marah lying to her parents. He tells her that they weren't doing anything wrong and she says that if he thinks things are that simple, he's not very smart. Olivia tries to tell them that kissing will lead to passion and things will get out of control. Tony tells her that they are in love. Olivia says that lying to Josh and Reva is stupid and Marah admits she has a point. Olivia tells them that she's tired of the drama and reminds Marah that she's said she's sorry before. She doesn't want Josh to worry about this and be put in situations where he and Reva have to rescue Marah. She agrees not to show Josh the picture of Marah and Tony together but says that Marah has to start paying her back right now. She says that Tony has to get out of the family business since that's Josh's main problem. She tells them they can't see each other and Marah gets angry. Olivia tells her that she will show respect for everyone, especially her. She says that they are having a birthday party for Shayne and wants Marah to behave. Marah and Tony don't like her terms so she reminds them that it's their choice. She says she can show the picture to Josh. She starts to leave but Marah stops her. She agrees to the deal and Olivia tells them to hurry and leave before Josh comes back. Josh calls up to Olivia from the stairs. Olivia tells Marah and Tony she will take Josh to the observation deck so they can leave. Josh arrives and she suggests they go look at the stars but he wants to look around first. She finally convinces him and Marah and Tony are relieved he didn't find them.

Edmund arrives at the council meeting and tells Richard to continue. Richard doesn't think Edmund should be allowed at the meeting since his rights were stripped. Edmund reminds them that he is the true heir and deserves to be there even more than Richard. He allows the lord chancelor to make the ruling and he allows Edmund to stay. Edmund tells Richard that everyone is waiting. Richard tells them that he wishes he didn't have to say the things he's about to say. He asks them to imagine what it would be like for their child to be abducted. He tells them of Edmund's attempt to kill Princess Catherine in order to gain power. He says that Edmund has been convicted of treason and he foolishly believed that a pardon would heal Edmund's wounds but he cannot change. The lord chancelor asks about Dr. Weymouth and Richard tells them of Edmund's plan to use Rourke against them and make Richard believe he didn't father Cassie's baby. They don't understand what this has to do with San Cristobel and Richard tells them that Edmund can't be trusted. He says that Edmund must not be allowed to rule. Edmund is allowed to speak and he tells them that Richard's one true love is Cassie and his children. He says that his one true love is San Cristobel. He explains that he always felt he should be the ruler but watched as Richard was groomed for the part. He tells them that he will do anything for SC and Richard says that includes kidnapping. Edmund orders him to sit down. He admits that he is a liar and tells them that his injuries didn't come from an accident. He says the truth is that his brother tried to murder him. The lord chancelor says that's a serious charge and Edmund asks Richard if he intended to kill him when he stabbed him with his sword. Richard says yes but he is taking it out of context. They remind him that Edmund has the floor. Edmund says that it's time they examined Richard's personality. He tells them that Richard has become unstable. He explains that he warned them that Rourke was considered a ladies man and tried to prevent them from hiring him. His new theory is that Richard paid Rourke off because he knew long ago that he was not the true prince. He explains his fingerprints being on the photographs by saying that the doctor's widow came to him for advice on what to do. Richard tells Edmund that he is insane. Edmund tells them that they must decide what's best for SC and what's best is Edmund. He explains that the principality is important for tourism. He says he was robbed of his birthright and accuses Richard of trying to prevent him from ruling. Richard gets angry and says that Edmund is only out for himself. The council has heard enough and leaves to make a decision. Richard and Edmund stare at each other. Richard wonders if Edmund believes his own lies so much he doesn't recognize the truth anymore. Edmund says he believes Richard would do anything to keep him from ruling. Richard says he will never rule SC and Edmund tells him he already is. Edmund says he has something that belongs to the prince and Richard looks at his father's ring. He reluctantly gives it to Edmund who tells him he's won. Richard walks away and Edmund tells him he can leave now.

Wednesday, February 21

Blake arrives to see Reva and she is surprised. Reva is wrapping Shayne's birthday present and tells her that Noah is coming to dinner. Marah says that she has to go see Catalina and Reva asks her about mentioning that she is going to dinner at Josh's. Blake thinks that Marah is acting mature about it and Marah leaves. Blake asks Reva what is different about her and Reva says that she has finally seen the light about Noah. Ross arrives outside Reva's and slips an invitation under the door and leaves. Reva continues to explain how Perdita showed her about her true feelings for Noah. She says that this is more than a romantic whim and she says that she wants him and is going to get him. Blake tells her that Ross runs the opposite direction when commitment is mentioned. Blake says that she needs to change her ways and she says that she wishes she could get rid of her pathetic need to marry Ross. Reva offers her help and Blake leaves to see her mom. Reva finds the invitation under the door and reads it. Noah arrives and he tells Reva that everything is perfect. He tells her that he was lucky to meet her and he tells her that she was right when she said that they shouldn't add new rules to their relationship. Reva is confused and Noah gets down on one knee. He tells her that the 'm' word will never cross his lips again and Reva tells him that her timing is rotten. She tells him how wonderful he is and she tells him that she wants to marry him. He is shocked and she gets down on one knee. She asks him to marry her and he doesn't answer her. She gets upset and tells him to forget that she said anything. He asks for time to think but then he says that of course he wants to marry her. The phone rings and they let the machine pick up. It is Josh and Reva ignores it.

Catalina runs into Marah at Company but she is in a hurry to leave. Marah begs her to wait and tells her about Olivia blackmailing her and Tony. Catalina asks what Olivia wants and Marah says that she is making up her commands as she goes along. Catalina tells Marah that she won't want to hear what she has to say and explains that maybe what Olivia did wasn't so wrong. Catalina thinks it is a good deal for everyone and that it will bring peace to the family. She points out that Olivia would have to admit what she has done if she exposes her and Tony. Ross arrives and asks Marah and Catalina to ask Buzz to look between the rum and the vermouth when he gets back. Ross leaves and Marah thinks that Ross is weird.

Olivia visits Holly and asks her for advice about what she has done. Olivia explains what happened with Marah and worries what will happen if Marah goes to Reva. Holly doesn't think what Olivia has done is so wrong but remembers Josh's reaction when he found out about the last thing that she kept from him. Holly goes over the things that Olivia has done and thinks that everything she has done will spare Josh turmoil and interaction with Reva. Ross arrives outside and drops an invitation outside the door just as Blake drives up. She goes inside and says hello to Olivia. Olivia suggests that Holly write an advice column and thanks her for her help. Olivia leaves and Blake tells Holly that Olivia irritates her. Blake tells Holly that she needs to stop wanting Ross to marry her. Blake wants her mother's advice and Holly says that she needs a time-out with Ross. She says that she and Ross needs some distance or he will never cave in. Holly tells her that she needs a vacation for a few days and Blake decides to do it. Blake thanks her mother for her advice and says that she is going away as soon as next weekend. She leaves and Holly opens her invitation.

Danny asks Maria why she is there at Infierno and Tony bursts in angry. She asks Tony what is wrong but he goes out to stock the bar. Maria knows that he is hiding something and she is sure that it has to do with a woman. She says that when a man goes without a woman for too long then it affects him. Danny confronts her about the run in she had with Michelle the other day and she asks him about the direction he is trying to take the family. She thinks he is doing it all for Michelle but he denies. She knows that he feels responsible for Michelle and she tells him that he will never satisfy Michelle because of who she is. She begs him not to destroy the family and he leaves. Catalina arrives at Infierno and tells Tony that Marah told her what happened. He is very depressed and wonders why he can't get a break with Marah. Maria sees Catalina touch Tony's arm and watches them talk. Catalina assures Tony that Marah won't let Olivia keep them apart. He tells her that Olivia told him he has to stop being a Santos to be with Marah and Catalina tries to come up with a way that he can prove to the Lewises that he is a good guy. He thinks that she could go talk to the Lewises for him and he begs her to help him. She says that it must come from him and she tells him not to involve her. She leaves the table angry and Maria comes over and offers to fix it. She says that she will mend his broken heart. Maria says that she remembers what it was like to be young and in love. She tells him not to give up on the girl of his dreams and she says that she likes Catalina. Tony goes along with it and Maria gives him so money to take Catalina out some place nice. He reluctantly takes the money and she leaves. He goes over to Catalina and tells her to smile and look happy. She says that she can't keep being his cover and reluctantly agrees to go to Towers with him tonight. Maria sees them and is pleased. She calls someone and arranges a meeting at Company.

Thursday, February 22

Beginning of show interrupted by CBS News

Harley and Ruth joke with David and Frank about not needing men for anything but lifting furniture. May gives Buzz a taste of the new drink she invented and named after him. Buzz sees Maria who gives him a gift of coffee beans. Carlos arrives and Buzz goes to make some coffee. May watches as Maria talks to Carlos about Danny's involvement with the family. Before Buzz takes the coffee to the table, May slips a listening device under the saucer. The cup with the device on it falls to the floor and breaks. Buzz goes to get a broom to clean it up while Carlos and Maria continue their conversation. Maria says she doesn't want to lose Danny to Michelle and Carlos agrees to help her. May tries to hear what they are saying.

Reva and Josh celebrate Shayne's birthday with the kids. Shayne got some protective gear for playing lacrosse. Josh asks to have the kids tomorrow so they can celebrate with Olivia and Reva agrees. He is surprised at how well they are getting along and then she breaks the news that she is going to marry Noah. Josh asks if this will make her happy she she tells him that things have become clear to her. He asks if she loves Noah and she says yes. Josh is glad she told him before the kids but thinks she should wait until after Shayne's birthday remembering the Thanksgiving incident with his and Olivia's announcement. Reva thanks him for making this easy for her and they toast their futures. The kids wonder what's going on and Josh tells them about having dinner with Olivia. Shayne is against it but Marah convinces him they have to be mature. Josh is impressed with Marah's new attitude towards Olivia. When Marah is alone, she wonders how she is going to pull this off. Meanwhile, Olivia runs into Rick at the hospital as she is getting medication for Sam. They talk about the psychiatrist Sam is seeing and Rick assures her she is good. He asks about Shayne and Olivia tells him he is doing fine. She asks how he is doing and he remembers how he would have coffee with Abby at the hospital. He tells her that all he ever wanted was a family and asks if women even want that anymore. She tells him that he is showing his hand too soon. She thinks he should stop wearing his heart on his sleeve and start using strategy. Rick thinks that if she is using strategy in her marriage, she's playing wrong. Rick tells her how he and Abby loved each other from the beginning and didn't need to play games. Olivia says that Josh's family is what requires strategy and he thinks she means Reva. He tries to tell her that she already has Josh and he is happy with her. Olivia says that she has heard all the stories about how Josh and Reva were a real life fairytale but Reva took that for granted. She says that she can't make the same mistake. She tells him that love isn't a fairytale, it's a fight. Rick thinks she should stop worrying about Reva and just enjoy the time she has with Josh. Later at home, Josh tells Olivia that Marah actually convinced Shayne to come over for dinner. Olivia thinks things will be fine between them and asks what's wrong. Josh tells her about Reva and Noah being engaged and she thinks it's good news. Josh thinks it's a big mistake. Olivia thinks Reva moving on with her life is a good thing but Josh is concerned about her choice of a husband. Olivia reminds him that Reva didn't approve of her either. Josh thinks Noah is an enabler that encourages Reva's outlandish behavoir. She tells him there's not much he can do about it and he agrees. She wonders how the kids will take the news and he wonders how their dinner will go.

Edmund practices his speech for Beth and she tells him he sounds fine but she may be biased. He hopes she's biased towards him. Cassie runs into a reporter in the hall who is there for Edmund's press conference. She says that she'd rather they hear what she has to say. The reporter gets the cameraman telling him the princess has something to say. Cassie tells them that the transition from royalty to a commoner won't be difficult for her. She reminds them where she came from and says she married the man not the job. They ask about Richard and she tells them that if it were her, she would be tempted to keep the information to herself but not Richard. He is worried about the country not himself. She thinks the idea of Richard be jealous of Edmund is ridiculous. She asks them why Richard would do something so selfless like reveal the truth about the heir and then be petty about it. Edmund comes out and asks to speak with her. When the press leaves, he asks her who gave her permission to speak to them. She says she still has the freedom of speech and wants to bring the press back to show them how drunk with power he is. Beth takes Edmund's side and thinks Cassie is making more drama. Cassie reminds her that Jim isn't even cold in the ground yet and she already has visions of tiaras in her head. She tries to tell her that Edmund was plotting against Richard when he was saving her from the plane crash. Beth doesn't care what Edmund was doing, she's just glad he saved her life. They start to argue and Edmund grabs Cassie's shoulder and tells her to stop. Richard comes in and tells him to keep his hands off his wife. He wants Edmund to stay away from Cassie and his child. Edmund says that Richard had such high hopes for the baby but it's a shame they'll never come true. They think that is a threat but Beth thinks they only hear what they want to. Richard tells Cassie they should leave before they do something they will regret. Edmund says it's too late for that.

Friday, February 23

Ross comes back to Company tired from delivering all the party invitations. Holly arrives and tells him she's sorry for ruining his plans. She says that her mothering skills have struck again. She explains that she talked Blake into going to a spa for the weekend. She offers to straighten everything out and Ross tells her she better because a lot of people are coming to his party. Holly learns the reason behind the party and thinks Blake will kill her. Ross suggests she order Blake to go to the spa so she won't do it. Blake arrives and Holly leaves them alone. She tells Buzz to shoot her. Buzz laughs and says he doesn't get as much pleasure from torturing her anymore and asks what's wrong. She tells Buzz what's going on and he admits he knew Ross was up to something. Meanwhile, Blake tells Ross she's going away for the weekend but he doesn't want her to go. She doesn't think it matters which weekend she does it. She wants to go after what she needs right now. Ross goes to get their drinks and tells Holly and Buzz it isn't going well. He vows to have the party come hell or high water and needs Holly's help to pull it off.

Noah brings Reva some flowers and she tells him that she hasn't told the kids about their engagement yet. She is worried about how they will take it and Noah reminds her how strong the kids are. Noah goes to put the flowers in water and the kids come downstairs. Shayne asks Marah what she is really up to and Reva asks them for their attention. The kids bicker and Reva tells them that she is proud of the way that they have handled everything they have had to handle over the past few months. Noah returns and gives Shayne his birthday present. It is an agency special issue camping knife and Shayne thanks him. The kids leave for Josh's and Noah asks Reva why she didn't tell them. Reva tells him that it didn't seem like the right time and Noah asks her why she is so anxious about this. Reva assures him that she loves him and he tells her to trust that. She reminds him that the kids love him too and he talks about how surprising it is that he is engaged to be married. Reva tells him about her past loves and explains that he is the first person that has made her happy because she knows that she makes him happy. Noah wishes they could tell people and celebrate and Reva remembers that she needs to tell Josh that the kids don't know yet. Reva tries to call him but can't reach him. Noah tells her to just relax and worry about it later.

Olivia goes to Towers to pick up a dessert for her party. She overhears the waiter confirming Tony's reservations for two. She thinks she can solve her problem and makes a reservation for five for later tonight. Tony arrives outside to pick up Catalina and Buzz tells him to get lost. He asks Catalina what she is doing with him and he goes back inside. Tony tells Catalina that his grandmother's driver is a spy that will report back to her after their date tonight. Meanwhile in the kitchen, Olivia asks Marah to be on her best behavior and help her serve the others. Marah doesn't like being blackmailed but does it anyway. Sam is surprised that Marah is being so nice and friendly. Josh asks the kids what Reva is doing tonight looking for information about the engagement. Marah smells something burning and they realize dinner is ruined. Olivia suggests she make reservations for them at Towers and Josh agrees. Tony and Catalina arrive at Towers and sit down. Catalina is amazed at how expensive everything seems and she knows that Tony would rather be with Marah. They toast to he and Marah while Luis watches them. Catalina thinks that they should enjoy themselves while they are there. Some Spanish music begins to play and Tony is sure that his grandmother set that up. He asks Catalina to dance and they begin to dance just as Olivia, Josh, Shayne, Sam and Marah walk in to see them. Tony sees Marah come in and he wants to go tell her what is going on. Catalina tells him that this is perfect for Marah's father to see and she goes to the restroom. Marah follows her and Catalina explains to Marah about Tony's grandmother. Marah is still angry and Catalina explains that it is all a set up and that Maria has someone watching them. Olivia listens to them at the door as Catalina explains that it is all an act so that she and Tony can see each other in secret. Marah tells Catalina to stay away from Tony after tonight and Catalina tells her that she will stay away from both of them from now on. Olivia comes in and Marah asks her how long she had been standing there.

Beth tells Edmund that it is late and he should be in bed resting but he is reading the latest in the paper. He is upset that one paper made Cassie seem angelic and him seem evil. Beth tells him that Cassie could never do anything to him but Edmund tells her that Cassie has learned fast how to work the people. He says that they cannot underestimate Cassie as a threat. Edmund doesn't want Beth to get wrapped up into his problems and he tells her to go but she refuses. He tells her that her presence means alot to him and she tells him that she wants him to be happy. He tells her that she means more to him than the throne and he wishes that he could show her that. Meanwhile, Phillip meets Michelle at Infierno with a teddy bear. He asks her how she is doing and she tells him that he is sorry about he and Harley. Phillip explains that spending time with the kids help and she tells him that she can't wait to find out. Phillip mentions that Beth is still gone to San Cristobel with Edmund and Michelle thinks that maybe Beth sees something like she sees in Danny. Phillip is sure that Beth is not in love with Edmund and that she doesn't know what she is feeling. He says that he intends to bring her home again.

Cassie and Richard read the newspapers and realize that the coverage is equal. Richard worries about Edmund manipulating the truth but Cassie reminds him that she is his secret weapon. She tells him that the press loves her and being pregnant will just make her more sympathetic. Richard doesn't think that's a good idea and reminds her what Edmund did to Reva and Jonathan. He won't allow her to be hurt. Cassie doesn't think Edmund can afford to try anything this time because he has more to lose. The press is watching his every move now but Richard is still worried. She thinks he's being overprotective. She wants him to let her help and starts kissing him to convince him. He tells her she isn't making this easy and reluctantly agrees. She asks him how they will stick it to his brother.