General Hospital RECAP: Tuesday January 19, 2016

At Metro Court Restaurant, Robert looked over Anna's shoulder to glance at the pictures on her phone of Robin and Patrick's new house. Robert couldn't understand why Robin and Patrick had committed to buying a new house, but Anna reminded Robert that Robin and Patrick could sell the house if things didn't work out in Berkeley. Robert and Anna sat down at a table as Robert wondered why Anna wasn't upset about Emma moving away. Anna assured Robert that she was fine.

Anna looked up as Paul entered the restaurant. She quietly added that she had things to accomplish like taking down Paul. Moments later, Paul greeted Janice Lomax. After Paul and Janice sat down, Janice asked about Anna and Anna's job. Paul explained that Anna was working with Paul to take down Sonny. Janice was curious if Julian and Ava were still active in the mob, but Paul assured the mayor that the Jerome siblings were walking the "straight and narrow." Satisfied, Janice warned Paul that a lot of people had tried -- and failed -- to put Sonny behind bars.

Janice urged Paul to play things smart because it would reflect poorly on her if Paul ended up with egg on his face. Janice noticed Robert and Anna at a nearby table. Paul was surprised when he saw Robert, whom he'd known pretty well "back in the day."

Meanwhile, Anna was not surprised that Paul had met with his old college friend, the "highly corrupt and ambitious" mayor. Anna told Robert how Janice had appointed Paul district attorney. She was furious that the mayor had rigged the election, but Robert suggested that Anna focus on dealing with Paul rather than getting sidetracked with Janice. Anna agreed because she was determined to find a way to prove that Paul had committed murder. Moments later, Paul approached the table to talk to Robert and Anna.

Paul was curious why Robert was in town, but Robert sidestepped the question by admitting that it had seemed like just yesterday that Paul had been a "little lackey" for the cartel. Robert flashed a saccharine smile as he congratulated Paul on being the district attorney. Paul credited his success to Anna and sang her praises. Anna smiled politely, but made it clear that she didn't appreciate being talked about as if she weren't there. Paul turned the conversation back to Robert by noting that Robert hadn't explained why Robert was in town.

Paul recalled that Robert was a World Security Bureau agent and wondered if there was anything that Paul needed to know. Anna reminded Paul that Robert and Anna shared a child and grandchild then assured Paul that Robert was in town for family reasons. Paul envied Robert and Anna's close relationship because Paul and Tracy could barely manage a civil conversation. Paul smiled as he admitted that he had told the mayor about the excellent job Anna had been doing as special investigator. Anna returned the smile and credited Paul with inspiring her. After Paul left, Robert and Anna decided to finish their conversation in private.

In the hotel's lobby, Olivia's expressed was filled with disdain as Ava approached pushing Avery's stroller to ask where the baby yoga class was being held. Olivia, who had Leo with her, asked if Ava could find another bonding activity with Avery that wasn't in the hotel where Olivia's cousin's life had been tragically cut short. Ava ignored the reminder of Ava's role in Connie's murder, and reminded Olivia that the class was open to the public. Olivia reluctantly agreed backed down for the sake of Sonny's daughter and gave Ava directions. Ava was surprised when Olivia didn't follow her, but Olivia preferred to take the service elevator.

Later, Olivia was holding Leo as she stood behind the bar in the restaurant. Ava walked up asking if someone in the class had found a stuffed giraffe. Ava was relieved when Olivia held it up because it was Avery's favorite toy. The mothers chatted about the class as they bonded over what it was like to have grown children and a second chance at motherhood. Olivia watched Ava leave until Janice approached to ask if Olivia had received the mayor's request to host a luncheon at the restaurant.

Olivia assured Janice that it wouldn't be a problem and offered to go over the mayor's preferences. Janice objected to Olivia bringing along the baby, but Olivia couldn't care less since it was Olivia's restaurant. Olivia led the mayor to a table and went over the menu for the luncheon. Janice grew increasingly annoyed as Leo became fussy, but she was shocked when Olivia cradled Leo and began to unbutton her blouse. Janice demanded to know what Olivia was doing, but Olivia couldn't understand why the mayor was upset that Olivia intended to breastfeed the baby.

Olivia reminded Janice that it wasn't illegal or indecent to breastfeed, but Janice argued that it made people uncomfortable and was inappropriate for young children to see. Offended, Olivia suggested that perhaps Janice was uncomfortable because it had been a "dog's age" since the mayor had been half-naked. Olivia stood up as she continued to rant at Janice until one of the mayor's security team stepped forward to warn Olivia to calm down.

Meanwhile, Paul entered his hotel suite as he grumbled about Robert. Paul's tirade ended when he heard a knock. Ava smiled sexily as she entered his suite, but he reminded her that they had agreed to keep their relationship professional. Ava assured him that it was fine because she was there to drop off a piece of art. Ava unveiled the painting she had purchased with the profits from their ill-gotten gains. Paul was pleased with Ava's choice, but his focus was on Ava.

Ava teased Paul about leaving, but the two quickly succumbed to temptation and made love. Afterwards, Paul admitted that he enjoyed the idea of hiding the proceeds from their business with Raj in plain sight. Ava assured him that she wouldn't have any problems acquiring more pieces of art. Pleased, Paul made love to her again. Later, Ava remarked that the benefits of their relationship were "art, sex, and money." Paul asked Ava to start making additional purchases, but she was curious who he had sold the guns to. Paul preferred not to tell Ava because he wanted her to have plausible deniability down the road.

In the squad room, Dante and Jordan reviewed the footage from the cameras on the bridge where Valerie had been headed. Jordan continued to look for Valerie's car, while Dante decided to check the speed cameras near the county line. After Dante walked away, Andre approached Jordan and held out a cup of coffee that had a sketch of him on it along with a question mark. Jordan groaned and quickly apologized when she realized that she had missed their date the previous night. Andre was relieved when she revealed that she had gotten wrapped up in a case involving a police cadet because it meant that she hadn't lost interest in him. Jordan was grateful that Andre had given her a chance to explain, but he assured her that he appreciated that she had an important job.

Nearby, Maxie approached Dante to ask if he had heard from Lulu. Dante shook his head and added that all his calls to Lulu had gone to voicemail. Maxie became alarmed when she glanced down and saw pictures of Johnny and Valerie. She questioned Dante about them, but his phone rang. It was Nathan. After a quick conversation, Dante ended the call and told Jordan that Nathan had apprehended Johnny at the bus station close to where Johnny had abandoned Valerie's car. Dante added that Johnny had been carrying false identification.

Moments later, Nathan arrived with Johnny. Jordan immediately began to question Johnny, but he demanded an attorney. Frustrated, Jordan asked if he had one. Johnny admitted that he couldn't afford one, so Jordan asked a police officer to call the courthouse for a public defender. After the police officer left, Jordan advised Johnny to cooperate. Johnny reminded Jordan that he had a right to remain silent until his attorney arrived.

A short time later, Scott strolled in looking for his pro bono client. Scott and Johnny both balked at Scott representing Johnny. Scott refused to defend someone that he knew was guilty, while Johnny objected to Scott representing him when Scott had abused his power by framing Johnny for a crime that Johnny hadn't committed. Scott argued that Johnny had obstructed justice in Scott's son's murder, but Johnny insisted that Logan had been a "whack job." Scott and Johnny continued to trade insults until Jordan reminded Scott that it was Scott's job to represent Johnny.

Nearby, Maxie wondered where Dante had gone. Andre quietly explained that Dante and another police officer had slipped out minutes earlier. At Nathan's desk, Jordan threatened to arrest Johnny for kidnapping if Johnny failed to cooperate. Johnny agreed, prompting Nathan to ask how long Johnny had been in town and who had helped him. Scott warned Johnny not to say anything, but Jordan threatened to canvas all of Johnny's acquaintances from when he had lived in Port Charles. Johnny wondered if that included Maxie.

Johnny admitted that he was surprised that Maxie had betrayed him, but Maxie refused to feel bad because Johnny had had plenty of opportunities to save himself. Maxie carefully explained that she had to be honest with Nathan because she loved Nathan. Johnny admitted that he could respect that, but Scott once again advised Johnny to stop talking. Jordan continued to pepper Johnny with questions until Johnny admitted that he had forced Lulu to help him. Nathan and Jordan wanted details, but Johnny refused to elaborate. Jordan shifted gears to ask about Valerie, but Johnny would only reveal that he'd left Valerie in a safe place.

At the state park, Valerie and Lulu were huddled in Lulu's car under a blanket when Valerie slowly woke up. Lulu sensed the movement and quickly pulled away from her cousin as an awkward silence filled the car. Valerie remarked that they had made it through the night, but threw the blanket off and jumped out of the car. Lulu followed Valerie to ask where Valerie was going. Valerie jumped up and down as she explained that she needed to warm up. Lulu followed suit by bouncing on her feet. Valerie thanked Lulu for saving her life, but Valerie was curious how Lulu had found her.

Valerie realized that Lulu didn't have any reason to be near the state park unless Lulu had been in cahoots with Johnny. Lulu denied it and claimed that she happened to see the glow of the fire from the cabin, while Lulu had been out for a ride to clear her head. Valerie knew it was a lie because the cabin hadn't been visible from the road. Lulu insisted that things were not the way Valerie thought, but Valerie's anger mounted because she was certain that Lulu had been responsible for Johnny targeting Valerie. Valerie couldn't understand what she had done to deserve that, but Lulu was outraged by the question and angrily reminded Valerie that Valerie had destroyed Lulu's family.

Lulu pointed out that she had risked her life to save Valerie, but Valerie accused Lulu of hoping to avoid a murder charge. Lulu insisted that she'd never wanted Valerie dead; she'd wanted Valerie to return to Pennsylvania -- or somewhere else away from Lulu's family. Valerie laughed and accused Lulu of being her own worst enemy. "You self-centered, overly dramatic, stupid-ass, bitch," Valerie yelled as she violently slapped Lulu. Infuriated, Lulu slapped Valerie back as she accused Valerie of being a "slut." They exchanged heated words, which quickly escalated as Valerie lunged at Lulu.

Valerie threatened to kill Lulu as she pinned Lulu to the car with her hands wrapped around Lulu's throat. Dante suddenly appeared and pulled Valerie off Lulu. Dante demanded to know what was going on. Lulu tried to explain, but Dante cut her off because he wanted to hear it from Valerie. Valerie told Dante about her suspicions that Lulu and Johnny had conspired against Valerie, the encounters with Johnny, the abduction, and the fire. Valerie conceded that Lulu had saved her and that she and Lulu had spent the night in the car, but Valerie was livid that Lulu had endangered Valerie's life.

Lulu tried to talk to Dante, but he yelled at her to remain quiet and instructed a police officer to call for an ambulance and the crime scene unit.

At the police station, Nathan ended a call with Dante and updated Jordan. Maxie decided to meet Lulu at the hospital and left. Scott quietly warned Johnny that Johnny would "fry." After Jordan stepped away, Andre approached her to let her know that he had been impressed with how she had handled the situation. Jordan smiled when Andre told her that he was eager to have a third date with her, but he had to leave for an appointment. Jordan admitted that it seemed the power figurine that he had given her had worked. Andre agreed and promised to call her.

Later, Johnny was taken to lockup. "That was fun," Scott told Jordan. Jordan feared that it wouldn't be fun for one of her detectives once the truth was revealed.

At Anna's house, Robert and Anna discussed the situation with Paul. Anna was shocked when Robert told her that Paul had the "hots" for her. Robert suggested that Anna use it to her advantage by stringing Paul along and seducing Paul's secrets from him. Anna shuddered with distaste and reminded Robert that she could expose Paul's criminal activity by tracking down Carlos. Robert confessed that he had reached out to an associate who consulted with the WSB to help him figure out where Carlos and Sabrina were. Anna was not happy when Robert's associate knocked on the door because she wasn't comfortable with a stranger knowing where she lived, but her ire turned to disbelief when she saw Andre on her doorstep.

At the hospital, Valerie was taken for a chest x-ray as Lulu was left in the examination room with Dante. Lulu tried to explain things to Dante, but he was furious and told her that it was too late. Dante conceded that he had damaged their marriage, but he insisted that she had "obliterated it." Lulu begged Dante to hear her side of things, but Dante had heard enough from Nathan. Maxie entered the examination room as Dante informed Lulu that Johnny had covered for Lulu, which proved that Johnny had a shred of integrity that Lulu lacked. Dante left to check on Valerie, while a devastated Lulu ran into Maxie's arms and cried.

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