Lucky finds himself at a major crossroads, torn between returning to Africa, where he feels he’s making a difference, or staying in Port Charles with his family. At Sonny's gym, Sonny encourages him to spar, giving Lucky a chance to vent. Lucky confides that he's been considering leaving again but feels guilty about abandoning his son, Aiden. Sonny, knowing Lucky's history with feeling like an outsider, urges him to be honest with himself and his family about what he wants. He suggests
Lucky follow his own path and not stay just because others expect him to. As the conversation deepens, Sonny offers Lucky a legitimate job if he decides to stay, but ultimately leaves the decision up to him. Lucky gets a text and heads off, still unsure of what to do next, but Sonny offers one final piece of advice: if he’s going to leave, he needs to be sure.
At General Hospital, Isaiah meets with Terry, who offers him a job. Although initially hesitant, Isaiah is reminded of the difference he could make by staying, especially given his unique skills as a transplant surgeon. However, he’s still conflicted. Jordan runs into Isaiah in the halls and encourages him to consider staying, highlighting that his skills would be invaluable in the OR. She reminds him that if he’s truly as talented as he says, he can make a real difference at GH. Isaiah is clearly torn, and his decision will likely have ripple effects on Lucky, who is still figuring out his own future.
Later, Isaiah meets with Lucky, explaining that while Terry has made him an offer to stay, he still feels drawn to Africa. Lucky, unsure of his own direction, tells Isaiah to stay if that’s what’s best for him. Isaiah, in turn, asks Lucky what he plans to do, and Lucky admits he’s still working through it.
The fight between Jason and Drew reaches new heights as Carly arrives at Jason’s apartment, concerned after hearing about the altercation. Jason explains that the fight was necessary, and while Carly is upset, she still defends Jason’s actions. She’s horrified that the fight took place so close to where Danny and Scout were sleeping, but Jason insists it needed to happen. Carly, ever the protector of Jason, demands that Drew won’t press charges, which Jason is confident about. However, she’s wary of the consequences—especially with the potential fallout from Drew’s injuries.
Ric arrives at the Quartermaine mansion and is shocked by Drew’s bloodied face. Drew admits the fight was about the kiss between him and Willow, and Ric quickly figures out that Drew isn’t being entirely forthcoming. Drew makes it clear he doesn’t want this mess to escalate, asking Ric to negotiate a deal with Jason: if Jason stays quiet about the kiss, Drew won’t press charges. Ric is intrigued by the offer but insists that Drew isn’t telling him the whole truth. After some back and forth, Drew admits that he and Willow slept together, which is why Jason attacked him. Ric, still wary, takes photos of Drew’s injuries and agrees to speak with Jason, but warns Drew that Jason may not be receptive to a deal.
Carly later visits Drew at the mansion, shocked by his injuries. Drew wastes no time in asking if she’s here to protect Jason. Carly insists she’s not getting involved, but Drew sees right through her. He accuses her of always defending Jason, even when he’s in the wrong, and that’s why their relationship ended. Carly is taken aback, but Drew is adamant that she’ll always take Jason’s side no matter what. Carly counters that Drew never gave her the chance to prove him wrong and accuses him of pushing her away. The tension between them is palpable, and it’s clear that Drew still harbors resentment over Carly’s unwavering loyalty to Jason.
Ric arrives at Jason’s apartment, armed with Drew’s offer to stay quiet in exchange for Drew not pressing charges. Jason immediately rejects the deal, but Ric is relentless. He taunts Jason, goading him into a physical confrontation. Jason, however, holds back, making it clear that while he may be angry, he’s not going to fall into Ric’s trap. Ric, smirking, reminds Jason that his situation is only going to get worse, but Jason brushes it off, sending Ric away with a cryptic message: if anyone finds out what happened, it wasn’t from him.
Felicia meets with Anna to discuss Robert’s departure, and Anna can’t shake the feeling that Robert and Holly may have left together. While Felicia is more optimistic about Robert’s chances with Holly, Anna remains skeptical, convinced that Holly will always find an excuse to avoid a real commitment. Felicia, on the other hand, sees the situation differently, noting that Robert left not just to save Holly, but also to protect Sasha’s mother, whom he now knows is connected to Holly’s mess. They both agree, however, that Sasha is left in a tough spot, without her biological parents and struggling to understand what having a family means. Felicia believes that the Scorpio clan could be a real source of support for Sasha, if she’ll just let them in.
In the final moments of the episode, Lucky’s uncertainty about his future remains unresolved. With his family, career, and personal life in flux, Lucky’s decision will have lasting consequences. Whether he stays or goes, it’s clear that Lucky is still searching for a sense of purpose and belonging, and his next move may be the hardest one yet.
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