#582 QG 11-17-17

ANDY AND REBECCA'S BEDROOM, STANPATOS ISLE
*The door to the bedroom opens, and Rebecca gasps when she sees who it is. “Oh my god.” Rebecca says. “It cant be.” Andy adds. The mystery person is revealed to be Bob Rogers! “What’s the matter, you two? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.” Bob says. “This cant be real. Your supposed to be dead!” Rebecca says. “Funny thing bout death, I hear that in Fantastic City, it ain’t ever permanent.” Bob says. “You were shot by Liam Murphy and then kicked into the Fantastic River.” Andy notes. “I sure was! Good thing I was wearing my lucky bullet proof vest!” Bob says. “You were wearing a vest when Liam shot you?” Rebecca asks. “That’s right! If I wasn’t, ur old man probably wouldn’t be here right now. I still cant believe that SOB shot me and kicked me into the water like that. Hell, I still cant believe he lied to me bout his name! I actually thought that man was Dylan Stanpatos!” Bob notes. “Dylan would never have teamed up with a crime boss like you.” Rebecca notes. “Well how was I supposed to know that? For all I knew, your pal Dylan could’ve been fakin the whole nice guy routine to manipulate ya’ll. I didn’t have any reason to think that he was some imposter wearing the real Dylan’s face like some cheap pair of earrings!” Bob says. “Enough walking down memory lane. Lets cut to the chase. What do you want from us, Bob?” Andy asks. “I don’t want anything from you, son. I’m here for my little girl.” Bob reveals, while pointing at Rebecca!

CLUB AQUA
*Lucas and Lydia are sitting at a table. “You know, you’ve gotta hand it to Victor. He did a really good job replicating Club Aqua’s old appearance. This place looks almost exactly like it did before he and Dylan turned it into The Aqua Casino.” Lydia says. “Definitely, and do you know what the best part is? It doesn’t just serve drinks anymore. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which means we can come here whenever we want.” Lucas says. “I’m glad he took the time to evolve the Club Aqua franchise, rather than trying to cash in on the previous one’s success. From a business woman’s perspective, I really don’t think that would have worked out.” Lydia says. “No, probably not. Anyway, I’ve spent enough time admiring the scenery, I think I’d like to go back to admiring what is right in front of me.” Lucas says. “Wow, you don’t miss a beat, do you?” Lydia asks. “I need to stay on my toes when I am around you.” Lucas notes. Lydia smiles. “Well, in any case, I’m glad that we were able to both take some time off to enjoy each other’s company, something that has been long overdue.” Lydia says. “About that. I’m sorry that I haven’t been home that much, but I’ve just been extremely busy with trying to keep Justin Shaw Media afloat.” Lucas says. “You don’t need to explain yourself to me. I run one of the most powerful and successful businesses in the world, so I understand what it takes to make a company successful, and from what I can see, you are doing exactly that with Justin Shaw Media.” Lydia says. “I hope so. I really want to have a business of my own that I can be proud of, one which doesn’t make its money off of committing crimes.” Lucas says. “You are doing that, and I couldn’t be more proud to see how far you’ve come.” Lydia says. Lucas smiles.

STANPATOS MANSION
*Andre is in the living room, sitting on the sofa, reading the newspaper, when Bethany enters the foyer. Bethany notices Andre in the living room, and attempts to sneak upstairs. “I saw you, don’t run.” Andre says. Bethany stops, and enters the living room. “I wasn’t trying to.” Bethany says. Andre folds the newspaper, and places it on the coffee table. “Is that so? Because it sure didn’t appear that way to me.” Andre notes. “I’m so sorry. The gall of me for trying to avoid you after the last conversation we had!” Bethany sarcastically says. “You mean when you assumed that my brother was cheating on you with Serena Masters?” Andre asks. “Yeah, that one.” Bethany says. “Have you spoken to Alexios?” Andre asks. “No.” Bethany says. “Have you tried contacting him at all?” Andre asks. “What am I supposed to say?” Bethany asks. “Gee, I don’t know, perhaps confront him about your suspicions so that the two of you may work it out!” Andre suggests. “What’s the point? He’s just gonna lie to me, anyway, just like he’s been doing.” Bethany says. “For the record, I believe that you are completely wrong about this.” Andre tells her. “For the record, I don’t care.” Bethany says. “I apologize for caring.” Andre says. “You don’t care! You are just trying to cover Alexios’ butt so that I won’t leave him!” Bethany yells. “Leave him?” Andre asks. “Yes, leave him. He and I are through.” Bethany says. “You don’t even know for sure that he is truly cheating on you!” Andre points out. “He went and got a hotel room with another woman, who he seems to be pretty cozy with, and he didn’t bother to tell me about it! That’s more than enough proof for me!” Bethany yells. “So just like that, you are going to walk away without even asking him for his side of the story?”Andre asks. “You mean if he ever gets back from his little romantic vacay with Serena?” Bethany asks. “You and I both know that Alexios did not go to Italy for some romantic getaway with Serena Masters.” Andre says. “Maybe not, but obviously they are taking advantage of me not being around. You know, Andy and Rebecca are there, too, which means they HAVE to know about this! They must be loving it, knowing that I am being made a fool of!” Bethany says. “Yes, I’m sure Andy would be thrilled to learn that Serena was cheating on his cousin V.J, prior to the poor man’s untimely death.” Andre sarcastically says. “I’ve had enough of this. I’m going to go and pack.” Bethany says. Bethany goes to exit the room. “Before you do, perhaps you can answer one burning question for me.” Andre says. Bethany spins around. “What?!” She snaps. “You left the house quite a while ago, and you are just now getting back. Where did you go?” Andre asks.

KING BEAST PLAZA, COMMON AREA
*Josephine is sitting at a table, applying makeup. Don walks over to her table. “This has to be the first time I’ve seen you putting makeup on.” Don says. “Oh, Don, hello.” Josephine says. “Is everything alright?” Don asks. “Oh, everything is fine. You just caught me by surprise, that’s all.” Josephine says. “You’re not the only one.” Don says. “What do you mean?” Josephine asks. “I’m surprised, too, to see you putting on makeup. Are you going to some kind of event?” Don asks. “I am just trying to look my best, Don. The natural look wasn’t working, so I thought I would try some makeup.” Josephine says. “I can tell that you decided to try a new perfume, too.” Don notes. “Do you always notice these tiny little details?” Josephine asks. “I’m a former FBI agent, I’m trained to notice details. Seems like you really want a new start, or something. You quit your job as head of hospital security, you’re wearing makeup, and now, you are wearing possibly the strongest perfume I’ve ever smelt.” Don says. “Well, you know, after what happened with, um...Gretta, things have really been put into perspective. I just want a new start, you know?” Josephine asks. “Yeah, I understand that. What happened with Gretta definitely seems to have taken a toll on you.” Don notes. “Yes, unfortunately, it has.” Josephine says. Josephine’s phone starts to ring. “Oh, sorry, can you excuse me for just a moment?” Josephine asks. “Sure.” Don says. Josephine stands up, and walks away. At the other side of the plaza, Josephine answers the phone call. “Hello?...Yeah, I’ll accept the charges. Put me through...What do you want? I’m kinda in the middle of something...Now?...Ugh, fine, I’ll be right there.” Josephine says, before hanging up. Josephine walks back over to Don. “Is everything alright?” Don asks. “Everything is fine, but, unfortunately, I have to go. I need to go visit with someone.” Josephine says. “Oh, okay. I’ll...see you around then, I guess.” Don says. “You sure will. Bye.” Josephine says, before walking away. “Why is she acting so weird?” Don wonders.

ALEXIOS AND SERENA'S BEDROOM, STANPATOS ISLE
*”Vivian wants to see us? Well that’s great, I kinda want to see her, too.” Alexios says. “What makes you so sure that Vivian is the one calling the shots?” Brody asks. “Well, we are kind of 99.9% sure its her, so, there really isn’t any mystery to this.” Serena notes. “She’s right. Viv blew it, big time. Walking around out in public, letting people see her. If it wasn’t for the fact that Franco heard people gossiping about Vivian being back from the grave, we probably would still think that Franco was behind this whole thing.” Alexios says. “Franco really should learn to keep his nose out of where it doesn’t belong. Fortunately, that isn’t my problem.” Brody says. “Its not your problem, but its Vivian’s problem. This is just the first, second, third, and probably fourth in a long list of screw ups to come. Its only a matter of time before she screws up so badly, that she ends up in a straight jacket.” Alexios says. “You are saying those things to me as if they hurt me somehow. I really don’t care what happens to her.” Brody says. “But you are still doing her bidding.” Serena points out. “This isn’t about doing someone’s bidding. I have a score to settle with your boyfriend here, and it just so happens that him popping up in Italy, sniffing around for clues, gives me the chance to take care of him.” Brody says. “And Vivian doesn’t have a problem with giving the honor of killing me to someone else?” Alexios asks. “I have been told that I can do whatever I want with you, the both of you. But, unfortunately, I cant make a move until this stupid little face to face meeting is over with.” Brody says. “Aw, you poor thing.” Serena sarcastically says. “Get them down to the dining room.” Brody orders the guards. “What makes you think that we will go anywhere with you?” Alexios asks. “Let me put it this way. Its either the two of you cooperate, or I put a nice big hole in Serena! She doesn’t have any interest in Serena, so she doesn’t care whether she lives or dies! Which means if I really want to, I can kill her right here, right now. Do you really want that to happen? Do you want to watch poor, innocent Serena die?” Brody asks. “Fine, you win.” Alexios says. “I won a long time ago. Now MOVE!” Brody yells. The guards escort Alexios and Serena out of the room, as Brody follows them.

ANDY AND REBECCA'S BEDROOM, STANPATOS ISLE
*”Me? What could you possibly want with me?” Rebecca asks. “Ain’t it obvious?” Bob asks. Rebecca shakes her head. “No, not really.” Rebecca says. “I regret everything I did to you back when you were a little girl. I abused you, I yelled at you, I made you feel like crap. That’s why I wanna take you away, and be the father to you that I should’ve been, the kinda father that wouldn’t drive you into the arms of that scum Stanpatos family.” Bob says. “I care about three people in that entire family, I’d hardly call that being “driven into their arms.” Rebecca says. “You shoulda never been exposed to them scoundrels in the first place! They are evil, all of them, and I hate that you are involved with that family!” Bob says. “They are my family.” Rebecca says. “And I’m your father, what does that make me?!” Bob asks. “It makes you the person who abused me, yelled at me, and made me feel like crap when I was a child! Stop pretending like you were ever any kind of father to me, because you weren’t! You were a MISERABLE excuse for a human being then, and I can tell that you are a MISERABLE excuse for a human being now!” Rebecca yells. “Don’t talk to your father that way!” Bob yells. “I suggest you back off, pal.” Andy says. “I suggest you butt out, this here conversation doesn’t concern you.” Bob says. “I’m Rebecca’s husband, so yeah, it concerns me.” Andy says. “Oh, so the two of you got married after the last time I was in town, eh?” Bob asks. “We’ve been married for two years, we recently renewed our vows, and we have a daughter together, not that it is any of your business.” Rebecca says. “I have a grandbaby?” Bob asks. “No, you don’t! Because you are not that baby’s grandfather, thank god!” Rebecca says. “I know I wasn’t always a good dad all the time, but I was still your old man in every way that counted! You even use to call me Daddy when you were a little girl!” Bob notes. “We all make mistakes, mine was ever viewing you as any kind of a father.” Rebecca says. “Oh, and your biological Daddy was better?” Bob asks. “Michael Stanpatos was a monster, but he never physically abused his children the way that you did. It is a complete wonder how I got to where I am today, when I had you in my life. Your sole purpose in life was to make me feel horrible about myself, and to make my life a NIGHTMARE! For that reason, I can without a doubt say that you are the most repulsive human being that I have ever met. You, Bob Rogers, make me sick to my stomach.” Rebecca says. “I get why you feel that way, which is why I’m here to change your mind, to take you away and help open your eyes to the kinda man that I really am. I really wanna be the father that you need me to be.” Bob says. “You’re not taking my wife anywhere.” Andy warns Bob. “I’d like to see you try and stop me.” Bob says. “Oh believe me, I will.” Andy says. “Oh no you won’t. Kinda hard to stop a man from doin something when ur dead.” Bob says. “Excuse me?” Andy asks. “You didn’t really think that I was gonna let you walk outta this alive and kicking, did ya? I know that if you leave here, you are gonna come chasing me and my baby girl to the end of the earth, and I just don’t want that kind of stress in my life. Me and my daughter have enough to deal with as it is, ya know?” Bob asks. “If you want to kill me, go ahead Bob, take your best shot!” Andy says. “Andy, don’t!” Rebecca says. “Do it! Because the only way you are taking Rebecca out of here, is over my dead body!” Andy yells. “As much as I wanna put you outta your misery, son, I cant kill ya just yet.” Bob says. “Why not?” Rebecca asks. “Cause the boss wants you two alive and well, at least for a little bit.” Bob says. “Why are you even working with Vivian? How do the two of you even know each other?” Rebecca asks. “Its a funny story, actually. I got a call from some lady, sayin that she was gonna be grabbing you, and she asked if I would take you off her hands. So, I said “sure, I’ll take her.” After all, your my daughter, and god only knows what she woulda done if I said no.” Bob says. “Why does she want us alive?” Andy asks. “She wants to meet ya’ll, face to face, down in the dining room.” Bob says. Bob whistles, and two guards come in. “These guys will be your escorts.” Bob says. “What happens if we refuse to go?” Andy asks. “Lets not find out, eh?” Bob says. “Its fine. I think its high time we have a face to face with Vivian.” Rebecca says. “My little girl always was so wise. Take them away, boys!” Bob orders the guards. The guards escort Andy and Rebecca out of the room, and Bob soon follows.

CLUB AQUA
*”So, has Bethany’s first show as Katie’s co host aired yet?” Lydia asks. “No, not yet. Its coming, though. Their first interview as co hosts will be with Theo Douglas.” Lucas says. “Oh. I didn’t realize that Theo was a big enough name to get a spot on the show.” Lydia says. “Well, he did develop the drug that saved Brady’s life, and he recreated Doctor Andropov’s cure for the poison that Joe Fish let loose last summer. I think that a lot of viewers would find an interview with Theo compelling.” Lucas says. “You have a good point. Lets just hope that Bethany and Katie will be able to handle it.” Lydia says. “I have no doubt that Katie will be able to handle it, but I’m not so sure about Bethany...” Lucas admits. “Lucas, if you are so unsure about Bethany, then why did you hire her?” Lydia asks. “Because, she practically begged me to hire her, and she assured me that she would be able to get along with Katie.” Lucas says. “Yeah, I’m not sure about that. Bethany has a history of not getting along with other women. Rebecca, Ciara, Silvia...” Lydia lists. “From what I’ve heard, she is pretty good friends with Clara McGuire.” Lucas says. “Clara is probably Bethany’s ONLY friend, and she cant be all that bright, anyway. She’s engaged to Lysandros.” Lydia notes. “No argument there.” Lucas says. Lucas’ phone begins to ring. “Are you gonna take that?” Lydia asks. “Let me see who it is first.” Lucas says. Lucas checks the Caller ID. “Its Betty Thorne.” Lucas reveals. “Why would she be calling you?” Lydia asks. “Well, she IS my attorney. But I don’t know why she would be calling me, I don’t have any legal issues right now.” Lucas says. “Answer it, it could be important.” Lydia says. Lucas nods, and then answers the call. “Betty, what’s going on?...What? How?…When did this happen?...Thank you for letting me know, I appreciate it.” Lucas says, before hanging up. “Is everything alright?” Lydia asks. Lucas pauses for a moment. “Betty just told me...that Gretta was released from prison.” Lucas reveals!

STANPATOS MANSION
*”Excuse me, but how is it any of your business where I was?” Bethany asks. “I’m just curious. Did you decide to go out and drown your sorrows?” Andre asks. “Do you smell alcohol on me?” Bethany asks. “No, but your cheap perfume could easily cover up the scent. But, you still haven’t answered my question, where were you?” Andre asks. Bethany flashes back.

Bethany pulls Kaylie into another kiss, and the two begin to make out. After a few moments, they end up falling back onto the couch, still kissing.

*”I was with Clara.” Bethany lies. “You were with her for quite a while.” Andre notes. “I needed someone to talk to about all of this, someone objective.” Bethany says. “You do remember that Clara is Alexios’ cousin, yes?” Andre asks. “They aren’t close.” Bethany notes. “So, for that entire time, you were just having a nice little chat with Clara?” Andre asks. “No.” Bethany says. “Then what were you doing?” Andre asks. “We had ice cream, too.” Bethany says. “Ice cream, the best kind of comfort food! Is that all?” Andre asks. “Nope. We went out and had lunch, too, and then after I left Clara, I went for a walk to clear my head. Then, I came back here. Happy?” Bethany asks. “You are being awfully defensive.” Andre notes. “Because you are sitting there interrogating me like I did something wrong, all the while defending your dirt bag brother! Do you really NOT see why I’m ticked?!” Bethany angrily asks. “No, no, I understand...I am sorry for adding to your stress, and being insensitive.” Andre says. Bethany nods. “Believe what you will, but know that even though Alexios is my brother, I consider you a friend, and all I was trying to do was help you look at this from a rational view point. I wasn’t trying to cover for Alexios, I swear. If he is having an affair with Serena Masters, then it is news to me.” Andre says. Bethany sighs. “I’m sorry. I’m here yelling at you when you didn’t do anything. Alexios is the one I should be yelling at, not you.” Bethany says. “Hm. I just hope that once my brother returns from Italy, the two of you are able to sit down and really communicate on this issue. It is the only way you can get to the truth.” Andre says. “I cant make any promises.” Bethany says. Bethany goes to walk out. “One more thing.” Andre says. Bethany turns around. “Yes?” Bethany asks. “Thanksgiving is right around the corner, I wanted to know if you would spend it here.” Andre says. “I’m moving out, Andre.” Bethany reminds him. “Yes, I know. But, that doesn’t mean you cant come back for Thanksgiving. I don’t think Alexios is going to be back in time, so you don’t have to worry about running into him. And, I somehow doubt you have any other plans.” Andre says. “I’ll let you know.” Bethany says, before walking out. Andre opens his newspaper, and returns to reading it. As Andre is reading the newspaper, the front door can be heard opening. Andre doesn’t hear the door, being too interested in his reading. The person enters the living room. “Anything interesting happen, Andre?” A familiar voice asks. Andre looks up from the newspaper, and jumps up from the couch. “What the hell?” Andre asks. The person is revealed to be Gretta! “Is that anyway to talk to an old friend?” Gretta asks.

COLOSSAL HEIGHTS, VISITING ROOM
*Josephine is standing in the visiting room, when a guard comes in. “Yes, hi, my name is Josephine Acerbi, I called ahead.” Josephine says. “Yeah, I know. You wanted to visit with one of our patients. Just so you know, we don’t let just anyone visit the patients here.” The guard says. “Yes, I realize that. But, I am a former detective for the Fantastic P.D, I’m the former police commissioner of the Fantastic P.D, and, I was once employed with the WPA.” Josephine says. “A lot of formers, there.” The guard notes. “My point is that I’m not some criminal that is gonna help the patient escape. Now, can I please see her?” Josephine asks. “I’ll bring her in.” The guard says. The guard walks out. Josephine paces the floors, until the door opens. The guard leads Janice Reynolds into the room! “If you don’t mind, I’d like a moment alone with the patient.” Josephine tells the guard. “Sure thing. If she tries anything, just yell.” The guard says. “I’m sure she wont. And if she did, this is a supermax facility, so I doubt she would get very far.” Josephine says. The guard nods, before exiting the room. “Well, you look good for a mental patient.” Josephine says. “And you look a lot like a the bitch who turned my Donny against me.” Janice says. Josephine smiles. “Its a good thing that we both know I’m not.” Josephine says. “No, you’re definitely not...Josephine Dog.” Janice says!

UNKNOWN LOCATION
*In a dark room, the real Josephine Acerbi lies unconscious…

DINING ROOM, STANPATOS ISLE
*Alexios and Serena are escorted into the dining room, by Brody and the guards. “Have a seat. Dinner will be served once the host arrives.” Brody says. “Why would I want to eat anything that that crazy woman has to give me?” Alexios asks. “Because if you don’t, she’ll kill you. So, you might as well go out with a good meal. Now, sit down.” Brody orders. Alexios and Serena reluctantly take a seat at the dining room table. “This is gonna be fun.” Serena whispers to Alexios. “Especially when my psycho sister finally decides to come down and join us.” Alexios whispers back. Andy, Rebecca, Bob, and a few more guards enter the room. “Oh look, your little friends are already here! Ain’t that great?” Bob asks. “I’m glad to see that the two of you are okay. I was really worried.” Rebecca notes. “We’re fine. Have you had the privilege of seeing the lady of the house yet?” Alexios asks. “Not yet, that’s the whole point of this dinner.” Andy says. “Now that the four of you have shared your little reunions, go have a seat.” Bob says. “She should be arriving any minute now, and she has made it crystal clear that she wants the four of you to be seated.” Brody says. Andy and Rebecca sit across from Alexios and Serena. “Who’s the old guy? He doesn’t look like one of the guards.” Serena whispers. “Bob Rogers.” Rebecca reveals. “Your stepfather? Didn’t you say he died?” Alexios asks. “He was shot and kicked into the river by a man named Liam Murphy.” Rebecca says. “According to Bob, he was wearing a bullet proof vest when Liam shot him.” Andy adds. “How is he involved with Vivian?” Alexios asks. “Apparently, she contacted him, knowing that she was going to be bringing us here.” Rebecca says. “Speaking of here, any idea where here is?” Serena asks. “We are on Stanpatos Isle.” Rebecca reveals. “Stanpatos Isle? Are you serious?” Alexios asks. Andy nods. “We were being held in one of the bedrooms, and Rebecca and I recognized the bedroom from before. It didn’t take long for us to figure out where we were.” Andy says. “How did Vivian takeover Stanpatos Isle?” Alexios asks. “I don’t know.” Andy says. “It wouldn’t be the first time someone used the vacant island as a hideout. The Master was hiding out here a few years ago, too.” Rebecca says. “That was when Lucas and Lydia came here, looking for answers about Dylan’s death.” Andy notes. “I’m surprised security isn’t better around these parts.” Alexios says. “Do you two know the island well? If you do, we could use that knowledge to escape.” Serena says. “I’ve been here a few times, but its been a couple of years.” Andy says. “Same here.” Rebecca says. “Well, you still know more than Serena and I do. We’ve never been to the island before.” Alexios notes. “True.” Rebecca says. Andy turns towards Bob and Brody. “Alright, where’s your boss?” Andy asks. “She’ll be here, don’t worry.” Brody says. “She better be, because I don’t plan on waiting around much longer.” Alexios says. “You ain’t got a choice, son.” Bob says. Brody’s phone goes off. “Is that her?” Bob asks. “Hang on, let me check.” Brody says. Brody pulls out his phone, and looks at his message. “Looks like you are about to get your wish, everyone! The chance to confront the person who orchestrated Silvia’s kidnapping!” Brody says. “Who the hell is Silvia?” Bob asks. “Never mind that.” Brody says. “Where is she?” Andy asks. “I’m right here.” A voice says. A door opens, and Vivian enters the room. “Ah, look at all of these familiar faces.” Vivian says. “So you are alive.” Alexios says. “Yes, brother, I am. Its good to be back.” Vivian says!