Fantastic S5 Episode 121(6/11/24)

It’s a new day in Fantastic City. At Baronville, Lucas and Lydia are sitting in the interrogation room. “So Gretta was moved to solitary last night.” Lydia says. “Is that right?” Lucas asks. “You mean to tell me you didn’t have anything to do with it?” Lydia wonders. Lucas smiles. “I may have called in a favor or two. I hope you aren’t too upset with me, I was just looking out for you.” Lucas says. “And I appreciate that, but I’m not sure how much good it will do. Gretta made it sound like she would still be able to get to me, even from inside solitary. I know she has people working for her in here, so I wouldn’t be surprised if she was telling the truth.” Lydia says. “Well that’s the reason behind this meeting today, I’m hoping maybe we can do something about that.” Lucas says. “Meeting?” Lydia questions. “It’s the reason we’re in this visiting room instead of the normal one. Reagan is going to be sitting in with us.” Lucas reveals. “Why?” Lydia questions. Before Lucas can answer, Reagan walks in. “Good morning, you two.” Reagan says. “Thanks for agreeing to meet with us on such short notice.” Lucas says. Reagan takes a seat. “Of course. Have you filled Lydia in on what you wanted to talk to me about?” Reagan wonders. “I was just about to.” Lucas says. “What’s going on?” Lydia questions. “I asked Reagan here because I wanted to know what it would take to get you transferred to a minimum security prison.” Lucas says. “Is that even possible?” Lydia wonders. “That’s what I called her here to find out. I figured you would be safer in minimum security than you would be here. Hell, you’d be safer pretty much anywhere my sister isn’t.” Lucas says. Lydia turns towards Reagan. “What do you think? Is that even a possibility?” Lydia wonders.

At the Stanpatos mansion, Dylan and Daisy rush through the front door. “You check down here, I’m gonna head upstairs.” Dylan says. “Sounds good.” Daisy says, before rushing into the living room as Dylan runs upstairs. “Ella, are you here?! Please tell me you have Harper! Ella?!” Daisy calls out. A woman comes out of the other room. “Daisy, you’re back from your trip!” The woman says, with a smile. Daisy turns towards her. “What trip, Ella?” Daisy questions. “Mr. Stanpatos said that you and Dylan had gone somewhere tropical. He said you were really looking forward to trying the exotic foods!” Ella says. “When did you last see Mr. Stanpatos?” Daisy asks. “Yesterday, when he came to pick up Harper.” Ella says. “Lawrence has Harper?” Daisy asks. “Yes, he said that he had yours and Dylan’s blessing.” Ella says. “DYLAN!” Daisy screams. Dylan comes running down the stairs and into the living room. “What?!” Dylan asks. “Ella just said that Lawrence took Harper yesterday.” Daisy reveals. “Damn it, I knew this was going to happen!” Dylan says. “Did I do something wrong by giving Harper to Mr. Stanpatos? He’s her grandfather, I thought it’d be okay!” Ella says. “No, you didn’t know.” Dylan says. “The truth is that Dylan and I weren’t on some tropical vacation, Lawrence had left us to die in a building that was rigged to explode!” Daisy reveals. “What?!” Ella asks. “And obviously he took advantage of our time away to kidnap our daughter.” Dylan says. “I am so, so sorry! I had no idea that’s what was happening!” Ella says. “It’s okay, you didn’t know. Did Lawrence happen to give you any indication as to where he was going?” Dylan wonders. “No, he didn’t say anything! Just that he was taking Harper on a trip.” Ella says. “Of course…” Daisy says. “Would you like me to call the police and report Harper’s kidnapping?” Ella wonders. “No, no cops for right now. Thank you Ella, that’ll be all for now.” Dylan says. Ella nods. “Again, I’m sorry.” Ella says, before walking out. Daisy turns towards Dylan. “No cops?! Are you freaking kidding me?! Why not?!” Daisy questions. “Because if we get the police involved, it could push Lawrence to hurt Ava.” Dylan says. “I don’t care about Ava! I care about my daughter!” Daisy snaps. “It could also push Lawrence to disappear with Harper, which we cannot afford!” Dylan notes. “Hasn’t he done that already?” Daisy questions. “Not necessarily. Lawrence plans on organizing a meet up with Rebecca so she can give him the two diamond jewels she has, which means he’ll have to show his face.” Dylan notes. “Not unless he sends one of his minions to do it for him.” Daisy suggests. “No way. This is way too important for Lawrence to have some goon take care of it, he’s going to want to handle this one personally.” Dylan says. “So then what are you suggesting?” Daisy asks. “Rebecca’s meeting with Lawrence might be our only chance to find Harper.” Dylan says.

At the Goo castle, Rebecca wheels Brady into the living room as Andy follows close behind. “Home sweet home.” Brady says. “Your sister and your dad are gonna be so happy to see you.” Andy says. “Does dad know about anything that’s been happening with me?” Brady wonders. “No, Ciara couldn’t say anything. If Lawrence found out she had told anyone, it could’ve meant the end for you.” Rebecca says. “Yeah, I get it…does Ciara know I’m free?” Brady wonders. “We haven’t said anything to her yet, we thought we’d surprise her.” Andy says. “She’s going to be so happy to see you.” Rebecca says. Ciara walks in. “Hey, I saw your car pull into the driveway! Did you find Dylan and Daisy?” Ciara wonders. “They aren’t the only ones we found.” Rebecca notes, pointing towards Brady. Ciara’s eyes widen. “Brady?!” Ciara asks. “Hey sis, long time no see.” Brady says. Ciara runs over and hugs him. “You’re okay!” Ciara exclaims. Ciara looks up at Rebecca. “He was in the same place Dylan and Daisy were?” Ciara questions. “Mmhm. It’s a miracle we got them out, Lawrence wired a bomb to the front door of the compound.” Rebecca reveals. “That sick son of a bitch…but no one was hurt?” Ciara asks. “No one, at least not at the compound…” Rebecca says. “What do you mean? Did something else happen?” Ciara asks. “Lawrence has Ava.” Andy reveals. “You’re sure?” Ciara asks. “He sent us a picture. He’s refusing to return her unless we hand over the two remaining diamond jewels.” Rebecca reveals. “You aren’t going to, are you?” Ciara asks. “She’s my daughter, Ciara. I don’t have much choice.” Rebecca says. “My god, when is this going to end?! This evil son of a bitch has been wreaking havoc for so long, it’s got to stop!” Ciara says. “It will stop. Lawrence is taking this too far, it’s time to take him down once and for all.” Andy says. “But unfortunately, we may not have much choice but to give him the two jewels in the meantime. It could be the only way to make sure Ava is safely returned home.” Rebecca says. “But how do you know Lawrence will even keep his word?” Ciara asks. “She has a point. Lawrence could easily use Ava as leverage, the same way he used me as leverage over Ciara.” Brady notes. “I won’t let him do that. If Ava isn’t at the rendezvous point, he’s not getting those jewels.” Rebecca says. “And if we give him the jewels and he tries to leave with Ava, I’ll shoot him dead.” Andy coldly says. Rebecca’s phone begins to ring and she checks the Caller ID. “Private number.” Rebecca reveals. “Lawrence called from a private number last time.” Andy points out. Rebecca answers the call and puts it on speaker. “Hello?” Rebecca asks. “Good morning, Rebecca! Fabulous day outside, wouldn’t you say?” Lawrence asks. “Enough small talk, just get to the point!” Rebecca demands. “Very well. Have you given any more thought to my offer?” Lawrence wonders. “Is that what we’re calling it? It seemed more like extortion to me.” Rebecca notes. “Whatever term applies, have you reached a decision?” Lawrence questions. “I have. My daughter’s life comes first. If giving you the ring and the bracelet means saving Ava’s life, I’ll do it.” Rebecca says. Lawrence smiles. “I thought you would say as much. Meet me at the foot bridge in the forest in the east part of the city within an hour, make sure you bring the jewels. Also make sure that you and Andy are the only ones present. If I spot anyone else, our deal is off and Ava’s life will come to an unfortunate end. Do we understand one another?” Lawrence asks. Rebecca nods. “Yes.” Rebecca answers. “Good.” Lawrence says. “Just make sure you hold up your end of the deal. If you even try to double cross us, I will kill you.” Rebecca warns. “Awfully blood thirsty for a police officer. I suppose that is your inner Stanpatos creeping through.” Lawrence assumes. “Just make sure you’re prepared to give us our daughter when you get your jewels.” Rebecca says. “Absolutely! I’ll see you shortly.” Lawrence says, before hanging up. “Well, you just made a deal with the devil.” Ciara notes. “I don’t have much choice. If this is how I’m going to get Ava home, I have to go along with Lawrence’s demands.” Rebecca says.

At Baronville, Lucas, Lydia, and Reagan are sitting around the table in the visiting room. “I’ve arranged for a court hearing later today where I will propose to the judge that you be transferred to a minimum security prison located right in Fantastic. I’m going to point out the facts that you have both been a model prisoner and that you have been harassed while incarcerated in Baronville, hopefully that will be enough to get you transferred out of here.” Reagan says. “What do you think her chances are?” Lucas wonders. Reagan sighs. “I’d rather not guess…” Reagan claims. “Come on. You’ve been doing this long enough where you probably know whether or not this is going to work.” Lydia says. “I’d say it’s pretty unlikely. The judge probably thinks of you as a cold blooded murderer, he isn’t going to want to transfer you to a prison that houses people who have been convicted for minor offenses.” Reagan admits. “So in other words, there is very little chance of this actually being a success.” Lydia realizes. “It’s still possible!” Lucas argues. “But it’s not likely! If you ask me, this sounds like it’s going to be a giant waste of time.” Lydia says. “It’s still worth a shot! Trust me, though still a prison, minimum security is far more tolerable than maximum security! You’ll be safer there.” Reagan says. “If it were actually going to happen, but it isn’t! And even if it did happen, I’m not sure how much safer I’d actually be! Not when we have some dangerous people gunning for us!” Lydia says. Lydia stands up. “Where are you going?” Lucas asks. “Back to my cell.” Lydia says. Lucas stands up and walks over to Lydia. “Honey, please at least tell me that you’ll go to this hearing. Even if your chances aren’t good, it’s better than not trying at all.” Lucas says. “I’ll go, for all the good it’s going to do. I’m sorry, but things…they just don’t look very good at all right now. I’ve been in here for months and I think I’ve pretty much given up on ever getting out.” Lydia says, before walking out. “So, any luck on your quest to prove that Lydia didn’t kill Mia Goo in cold blood?” Reagan wonders. Lucas sighs. “No, no luck.” Lucas admits. “You do realize that the trial is in just a few months. When this case goes before a judge, I’m not sure I’ll be able to get Lydia acquitted.” Reagan says. “If Lydia has to stay in here until the trial, I’m not even sure she’ll be alive until then.” Lucas admits. “You can’t think like that.” Reagan says. “How am I supposed to think? I put on a brave face in front of Lydia, but the truth is, I’m worried about pretty much everything she’s worried about! If she has to stay in Baronville, I’m genuinely worried she won’t live long enough to see the trial! One way or another, I have to get her out of here before it’s too late!” Lucas states…

At the Goo Castle, Andy and Rebecca are sitting on the sofa in the living room when Ciara walks in. “I got Brady settled in upstairs. I didn’t want him involved in any of these conversations because I don’t want him to feel tempted to play the hero. Even with just one leg, I’m not sure he’d be able to help himself.” Ciara says. “Can’t say I blame him. I hate that we have to play along with that bastard’s game.” Andy says. “Me too, but it’s the only way to bring Ava home safely.” Rebecca says. Dylan and Daisy walk in. “Sorry to judge barge in like this.” Dylan says. “No worries, what’s up?” Rebecca asks. “We were right, Lawrence did kidnap Harper.” Daisy reveals. “You’re sure?” Andy asks. “We spoke to the nanny. Lawrence went to visit her yesterday and convinced her to give him Harper. She didn’t have any idea what he’s been up to these last few days.” Daisy says. “Last few days? Try last few years.” Dylan says. “Right. Any news on Ava?” Daisy questions. “Lawrence called and we agreed to meet at the footbridge in the forest on the east side of town.” Rebecca says. “That’s an awfully secluded area.” Daisy notes. “We are trading two dangerous pieces of jewelry in exchange for a hostage, it’s no question as to why Lawrence would prefer it be secluded.” Rebecca says. “When do we leave?” Dylan wonders. “Andy and I are just about to head out. You are staying here!” Rebecca says. “Damn it Rebecca, he has our daughter!” Dylan snaps. “He has our daughter too! He made it abundantly clear that if anyone else shows up to that meeting, he will kill Ava! I can’t take that risk!” Rebecca says. “But you have no problem risking our daughter’s life?!” Daisy questions. “I don’t think Lawrence would hurt Harper. He probably sees her as a potential pawn, someone he could easily control.” Rebecca says. “I agree.” Dylan says. “I don’t care how Lawrence sees her! I don’t want her to spend one second more with him than she has to!” Daisy states. “So then how do you see this playing out, hm? Harper isn’t going to be at this meeting, Daisy, so it’s not like you’ll be able to rip her right out of Lawrence’s arms! If you do show up though, I’ll tell you what IS going to happen! He’s going to kill my daughter!” Rebecca says. “So you’re confident Lawrence won’t hurt Harper but it’s a different story when it’s your daughter?” Daisy asks. “Ava knows who Lawrence is now! She’s not going to want to go along with any of his sadistic plans, which means she is of no use to him! He will turn on her just as quickly as he turned on Dylan and I cannot afford to take that risk! Trust me, we’re going to find Harper and we’re going to bring her home, but we need to take this one step at a time! If we try to rush things, lives could be lost!” Rebecca says. “Fine, have it your way.” Daisy says. Rebecca turns towards Andy. “You ready?” Rebecca asks. “Yeah. Let’s go grab the jewels and then we can head out.” Andy says. Rebecca turns towards Dylan and Daisy. “I will let you know if I find anything out about Harper or her whereabouts.” Rebecca says. “Gee, thanks.” Daisy sarcastically says. Andy and Rebecca walk out. “UGH! Can you believe that woman?! Her daughter is missing and that becomes top priority! Meanwhile, my daughter is missing and she’s nothing more than an afterthought!” Daisy shouts. “I don’t think that’s how Rebecca sees this, at least not intentionally.” Dylan says. “Going to bat for Rebecca? Guess that proves you really do have your memory back.” Ciara says. “Rebecca told you?” Dylan asks. “Brady did. I’m glad you’re back, you couldn’t have picked a better time to get your memories back.” Ciara says. “Even though all I can do right now is sit around and wait for news?” Dylan asks. “Says who?” Daisy questions. “Says Rebecca!” Dylan says. “Screw Rebecca! We know where she and Andy are meeting with Lawrence, maybe we need to do something with that information!” Daisy suggests. “Like what?” Dylan questions. “Like crash the meeting.” Ciara says!