Anna and Felicia meet at a secluded corner of Kelly’s Café to discuss a critical issue involving chaos within the Port Charles Police Department (PCPD). As evidence begins to surface, Felicia uncovers that the scene report from Liz and Rick’s accident has been tampered with. Key pieces of evidence have vanished, and officers have been reassigned under suspicious circumstances.
Anna, drawing on her experience with the WSB, recognizes the hallmarks of a cover-up orchestrated by powerful individuals capable of manipulating the entire law enforcement system. While Anna discovers a bug in her office, Felicia notices a black SUV consistently parked near her house.
Break-ins and Surveillance
Anna finds her apartment broken into, with all materials related to the investigation inspected but nothing stolen. Felicia’s computer is hacked, and both of their movements are under constant watch.
Realizing they cannot trust anyone within PCPD, including Jordan Ashford and Max Scorpio, Anna and Felicia resort to using WSB-encrypted communication. They brace themselves for the looming threat posed by Project Illumination.
Sonny and Carly Face an Uncertain Future
In a private moment at the Corinthos mansion, Sonny proposes transferring all his legitimate assets to Carly. This isn’t just a precaution before his impending heart surgery but a way of acknowledging that his era may be coming to an end.
Sonny confides the truth about his health: he has only a 50/50 chance of survival. Carly, shaken by the prospect of losing Sonny, responds with genuine warmth, and the two rediscover a deep connection rooted in their shared history and family.
Jordan Confronts Maxwell Sidwell and Project Illumination
Jordan rejects Maxwell Sidwell’s $5 million proposal to upgrade PCPD’s technology systems. Upon closer examination, she discovers the contract contains hidden clauses allowing Sidwell access to PCPD’s database and control over sensitive information.
Jordan begins investigating Sidwell, uncovering his ties to Project Illumination. To mask her suspicions, she pretends to cooperate while gathering evidence and reaching out to former colleagues at the FBI.
Jason and Sasha: A Tense Collaboration
Tensions rise between Jason and Sasha as Sasha independently investigates Sidwell’s shady business dealings, disrupting Jason’s plans. They clash at the docks on a stormy night, where Jason attempts to rein her in but fails.
Gradually, Jason recognizes the value of Sasha’s investigative skills and agrees to work with her, providing her with useful data in exchange for her informing him before publishing her findings. However, mistrust lingers as both suspect the other’s true motives.
Maxie and Gio’s Secret
Cody reveals to Maxie that Gio is actually Giovanni Cherulo, the estranged son of a powerful Philadelphia mafia family. Maxie, instead of acting impulsively, decides to dig deeper to protect Brook Lynn and avoid sparking a war between crime families.
With Spinelli’s help, Maxie uncovers clear signs of Gio’s true identity, from secretive calls to unusual interest in Sonny’s operations. Maxie realizes she’s holding a ticking time bomb that could shift the power dynamics in Port Charles.
