Luke: Oh, Alice, you have the healing hands of a Hindi goddess.

Alice: Why thank you, Mr. Luke. Why don't you have another sip of that Kentucky bourbon? It's the last of Mr. Q's private reserve.

Luke: I don't mind if I do.

Edward: Oh, God, what did I tell you? Why don't you divorce this human sponge before he drinks us out of house and home?

Tracy: Didn't anybody hear me say I'm kicking him out?

Monica: We heard you, Tracy. We just don't believe you.

Tracy: So, I'll have to prove it.

Edward: When?

Monica: Worry about it, Edward. Tracy isn't going to divorce Luke. She's too afraid of being alone.

Lulu: Stop picking on Tracy. She has a right to her feelings.

Tracy: Thank you.

Edward: How did you bamboozle her?

Lulu: How'd you turn into such a bully?

Luke: Touché, daughter.

Tracy: Thank you, Lulu. I appreciate that. And you will always be my stepdaughter and welcome in this home.

Monica: Excuse me, since when do you issue invitations to my house?

Tracy: You are incredible, Monica. She's throwing you out.

Monica: No, I'm not, Lulu. You're welcome to stay here. It's just on my terms, not hers.

Tracy: My brother was a fool when it came to you.

Luke: Alan was not the first man to be a fool for love, nor the last.

Alice: All done, Mr. Luke. How do you feel? A little looser?

Luke: Oh, like a wet noodle, Alice. You're a genius.

Edward: This house is not your private spa.

Luke: You know, all that tension is not good for you, Edward. It's bad for the blood pressure. You should have one of Alice's healing deep tissue massages.

Edward: Oh, please.

Tracy: Luke, why don't you shut up and get out?

Luke: Alice, do you think you could arrange a little quiet time here for my wife and I?

Alice: Oh, of course. Don't worry about it. Hi, do you guys mind?

Monica: Yes.

Alice: Thank you. Mr. Q, they -- Mr. Q? Mr. Q, they'd like some time together.

Edward: Tracy, stick to your resolve.

Tracy: Don't bother with any of your romantic flim-flam. I am immune.

Luke: No flim-flam. I'm not joking. I'm not fooling. I'm not giving you up.

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Anthony: You're a good son, John. But you have a disappointing streak of naiveté. This deal has to happen whether you like it or not.

Johnny: Hey, Claudia, you don't have to go through with this. All you got to do is say the word.

Claudia: I hate to say it, but Daddy's right. You're acting sentimental over what is basically a business agreement. You don't have to like the guy who buys stock in your company. You just have to take his money.

Johnny: You're lying to yourself.

Anthony: No, for once your sister's got her head on straight. Claudia, I'm very proud of you.

Johnny: Okay, I get that the two of you hate each other, but I think somewhere deep down you seek for his approval, don't you?

Claudia: You know me better than that.

Johnny: And now you're getting it.

Claudia: No, you know me better than that.

Johnny: Is it -- wait, is that what you expect to happen with Sonny? Yeah, sure, he treats you like dirt, but maybe through this marriage, he might even respect you. Hell, he might even care for you. Be careful what you wish for.

Anthony: Claudia, is he right about you and Sonny?

Claudia: Do I look like a woman who has any romantic illusions to you?

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Sonny: When Kate was shot, I was totally convinced that Karpov was behind it.

Max: Well, he had to be. Not that we even need it, but there's evidence of a Russian bullet.

Sonny: Anybody could buy a Russian rifle.

Max: Well, Karpov is the only one with motive. Why would you question it?

Sonny: Because I got a gut feeling right -- when he stabbed me, I looked at his face. Plus, he swore he was innocent up until he died.

Max: It doesn't prove anything.

Sonny: If Karpov was framed, and I fell for it, then whoever shot Kate is still out there running around.

Max: Well, if it wasn't Karpov -- and I'm still not convinced -- who do you think shot Miss Kate Howard?

Sonny: Possibly one of the Zaccharas. What -- what?

Max: Why would he or any of the Zaccharas -- what would they stand to gain from shooting Miss Howard? It doesn't add up.

Sonny: Why do you think I'm getting inside the organization? I'm going to get in there. I'm going to marry her. I'm going to head up the organization, and I will find out who is responsible for shooting Kate.

Max: And if you do?

Sonny: I will be in a position to do damage.

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Olivia: You used to work with Sonny. And from what I gather, you two used to be pretty good friends. Now him allying himself with the Zaccharas -- come on, that can't be sitting good with you.

Jason: I'm not discussing business with you.

Olivia: Yeah, your business almost got my cousin killed, so I think I deserve some answers here.

Jason: Okay, fine. You and Sonny go way back. I get why you're concerned, but working with Sonny again is not an option.

Olivia: Why not? What -- because you think he killed Karpov? You blame him for provoking the Russian mob? You going to tell me you would've done something different if someone would've shot your fiancée at the altar?

Jason: What's done is done.

Olivia: Jason, you can stop it from getting worse. Sonny is going to marry Claudia so he can run the Zacchara organization. Now, I know I gave him all kinds of grief about how it was inevitable and he's addicted to power and all of this. But I am dying for someone to prove me wrong. Okay? For Sonny to join up with the Zaccharas, he's going to have to become as bad as they are. Don't let that happen, Jason. Go make peace with Sonny before something really terrible happens.

Jason: Why is it so important to you?

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Sam: All right, here we are.

Elizabeth: Cameron, you didn't tell me there's a wood-burning stove here.

Sam: Yes, there certainly is. Guess what we can do? We can build a fire.

Cameron: Yay!

Sam: Oh, it's going to be perfect. And roast marshmallows, because I know your mother brought a couple bags.

Cameron: Yay!

Elizabeth: Whoo-hoo.

Sam: All right, I guess you should get them settled in, and I'll get the stuff out the car.

Elizabeth: Okay, thanks. All right, guys, let's get your jackets off. Do you know how important you are to me?

Cameron: Yes.

Elizabeth: So very important -- I love you more than anything in the world. And you know that I will do anything to protect you guys. I love you.

Cameron: I love you, too.

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Tracy: I don't need your permission to get a divorce.

Luke: I don't need a piece of paper to stick around.

Tracy: What does that mean?

Luke: It means I love you.

Tracy: You love Laura.

Luke: Yes, I love Laura because she's the mother of my children. But I didn't follow Laura. I stayed here to be with you. She's my past. You are my future.

Tracy: Because she turned you down.

Luke: No. No, because we're a match -- a match made in heaven or hell or wherever they make these unlikely unions.

Tracy: I was a fool to believe in you. You want to win someone back? Win Laura.

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Carly: Look, this has been a really bad year for me and Jax. And I don't know if you know this, but, you know, I lost our baby.

Nikolas: Mm-hmm.

Carly: And I know you know that Michael was shot and that -- that was the hardest thing I've ever had to go through. And Jax wanted us to go through it together, but I turned to Sonny. And that just -- that devastated him.

Nikolas: You have my sympathy, but for Jax to judge how you dealt with a tragedy like that, it's crazy.

Carly: Yeah, but happened to Michael -- I mean, that was terrible for Jax, too.

Nikolas: So terrible that he has to judge and criticize you? I mean, come on, this is the man who kept my son from me for weeks, knowing that I was his father.

Carly: I helped.

Nikolas: Yeah, but when the truth came out, you know, I made allowances for Jax's grief and confusion or whatever that was. And I don't see why he can't do the same for you. And he and I are just acquaintances. He's supposed to love you.

Carly: I'm no saint. I let myself get dragged into Sonny's life for the millionth time right when I know that Jax and I had a chance of getting back together. So, I just broke his heart all over again. And all this happened the same day that Jerry was presumed dead. So, you know, Jax has a lot going on right now, and I know that's why he's doing all this to you.

Nikolas: Look, I'm sorry, but I really don't care if Jax falls apart or not. I won't allow you or me to become his punching bag.

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Olivia: If Sonny marries Claudia, Connie's going to be devastated. And I'll feel real bad for her, but I know damn well she's better off without him, okay? It's like you said. Sonny and I go way back, and despite the life he's chosen, I wish him well.

Jason: Hey, if Sonny thinks an alliance with the Zaccharas is the best choice for him --

Olivia: Oh, God.

Jason: That's his prerogative.

Olivia: Don't give me that, Jason.

Jason: Give you what?

Olivia: You act all calm and cool like you don't give a damn. But you can't work with someone closely like you did with Sonny for all those years, which means risking your life for each other, and not form some kind of a bond.

Jason: If you're worried about Sonny, you should talk to him, not me.

Olivia: Forgive me if I am oversimplifying this. If you don't let Sonny back into his organization, he will join the enemy. And then it's a real short step from him becoming the enemy. Now, do you want that, Jason? You want to be in opposition to Sonny?

[Knock on door]

Ric: Well, Olivia Falconeri. This is a surprise.

Jason: What do you want, Ric?

Ric: Well, I suppose it's all right if Kate's cousin hears this, since it's not going to be a secret much longer. Sonny has decided to marry Claudia and run the Zacchara business operations.

Jason: What -- are you here to warn me?

Ric: No, I'm here to tell you if you want to stop it, you better move fast.

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Johnny: You pay protection to the Zaccharas?

Coleman: Who wants to know?

Johnny: Don't worry about it. I'm on family business.

Coleman: Well, let's just say I go way back with the Corinthos organization no matter who's running it. You know, I take care of them. They take care of me.

Johnny: All that's about to change real fast, buddy.

Coleman: Oh, yeah, is this some kind of a warning, buddy?

Johnny: It just adds up. What's about to happen is going to cost everyone way too much.

Lulu: Hey, sorry I'm late. Mwah. You wouldn't believe the craziness going on at the Quartermaines'.

Coleman: What'll it be, young lady?

Lulu: A raison. So, Tracy kicked my dad out of the house again, but this time for good. And she said I could stay even though it felt kind of disloyal to my dad. And I was on my way to your place. Anyway, I don't really care as long as you show up and we have wild and crazy hot sex every night on the roof until we roll off into the snow naked.

Johnny: Huh?

Lulu: You didn't just hear a word I said?

Johnny: No, I'm sorry. I can only think about one thing right now. My sister is about to marry Sonny Corinthos.

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Claudia: So, I heard the happy news.

Sonny: You don't waste any time.

Claudia: Well, neither do you apparently. Daddy says you're taking over the Zacchara organization, and you've agreed to all of his terms -- including marrying me.

Sonny: That's right.

Claudia: Well, there's only one problem. You haven't asked me yet.

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Carly: I know you're furious with Jax, but if you fight him, he's only going to drag his heels in.

Nikolas: What do you suggest I do? Just give up and allow him to build some gargantuan resort spa or whatever on my property?

Carly: No, no, but he wants to make you angry. And he's trying to rile you up, and you're biting the bait.

Nikolas: Do you have another solution?

Carly: No.

Nikolas: Didn't you leave?

Jax: I'm sorry. I had the launch turn around. I wanted to tell you as soon as possible. The surveyors will be coming tomorrow morning at 8:00, and they asked for unlimited access to the grounds. I assured them that you'll comply.

Nikolas: The hell I will.

Jax: I realize it's an inconvenience, Nikolas. I can put you up at the Metro Court at a discount rate.

Nikolas: An inconvenience, really?

Carly: I have an idea. You want control of the Metro Court, and you would like to live on your island in peace. I propose that you sell your shares of the Metro Court back to me. Therefore, Jax and I will be 50/50 partners again. And you sell Spoon Island to Nikolas. Then you guys can retreat to your neutral corners, and you can end this battle before any damage is done. What do you think?

Jax: Well, it's an interesting idea, in the world of Carly logic. But I won't be changing my mind. And it's far too late for a compromise.

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Lulu: Claudia has been saying she's going to marry Sonny for weeks.

Johnny: It's going to happen.

Lulu: She's just trying to piss you off.

Johnny: I just talked to my father about it. Sonny's taking over the family, and he needs to marry Claudia as a show of good faith.

Lulu: What is a show of good faith anyway? Sonny needs your family. Your family needs Sonny. Why can't it just be left at that?

Johnny: My father wants Sonny to sacrifice something to be in the family.

Coleman: What universe is marrying your sister a sacrifice, man?

Lulu: Sonny hates Claudia.

Coleman: Yeah.

Johnny: She says she's doing it for me anyway.

Lulu: You can't seriously believe that.

Johnny: It's the truth.

Lulu: No, no -- Claudia is making her own choices here. You have nothing to feel guilty about.

Johnny: I don't feel guilt for anything, Lulu.

Coleman: Everybody does guilt, dude. If they didn't, I'd be out of business, man.

Lulu: Seriously, Johnny, you are the most guilt-ridden person I know. You have felt guilty since the day you picked me up on the side of the road. You feel like you've somehow messed up my life.

Johnny: That's not guilt. It's reality.

Lulu: No, guilt feels real, but it isn't. Trust me. I know these things. You feel guilty about just about everything -- for loving me, for trying to help Claudia, for trying to be a good son. You feel guilty about being a Zacchara.

Johnny: Well, maybe it's about time I quit.

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Sonny: It's a little late in the game to be -- you know, asking for a proposal.

Claudia: Call me a traditional girl.

Sonny: Well, considering you've been parading all over town telling anybody that will listen that, you know, you're going to marry me -- and that's even before I agree.

Claudia: Was I wrong? I want to do it right, Sonny -- proposal, engagement ring.

Sonny: Yeah, I had a feeling that you would.

Sonny: Claudia, would you marry me?

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[Phone rings]

Jason: Yeah?

Elizabeth: Hey, it's me. I just want to let you know we got here a little while ago, and everything's fine.

Jason: It took -- it took you that long to get there?

Elizabeth: Yeah, well, we had a little blow-out, which shook us up a bit, but Sam was able to change the tire.

Jason: What about Lucky?

Elizabeth: Oh, he had to go into work at the last minute.

Jason: Are you kidding me? He didn't let me know?

Elizabeth: It's okay, really. I mean, we're safe. The boys are happy. Oh, but I'm calling from the land line because our cell phones don't work up here, so, um, let me give you the number. It's 555-0193.

Jason: 9-3. Okay, listen. You know what? I'm not even sure about this. I might move you guys to a safe house.

[Knock on door]

Jason: You know what? I have to go.

Elizabeth: Okay, but don't worry about us. Just, please, take care of yourself.

Jason: Just be careful. I'll call you later.

Elizabeth: Okay.

Harper: Jason Morgan, you are suspected of arson in the Pier 23 warehouse fire and murder one in the shooting of three men. I'm placing you under arrest.

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Elizabeth: Cam, I want you to share your toys, okay?

Cameron: Okay.

Sam: I guess I'll just go get some firewood.

Elizabeth: Okay. Great, thanks.

Elizabeth: This is going to be so much fun. Once Sam gets back inside, we're going to light a fire, and we're going to roast marshmallows.

Cameron: Yay.

Sam: Listen, the Russians are outside.

Elizabeth: What?

Sam: Yes, they're here.

Elizabeth: There's no dial tone.

Sam: Oh, they must have cut the lines.

Elizabeth: Are you sure we don't get a cell signal out here?

Sam: No, not for miles. We're definitely on our own.