"THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL": Liam questions Thomas' motives when Steffy informs him that her brother has developed a sudden interest in Ivy. Wyatt begrudgingly admits to Ivy that he is concerned about Thomas becoming a problem in their relationship. Ridge and Caroline are uneasy when Thomas shows up when they are viewing the baby's first sonogram. Ridge is furious when he learns Brooke told Liam about the vasectomy. Despite having told Nicole that he supports her decision to carry Maya and Rick's baby, Zende still has reservations. Knowing that Zende's support is important to Nicole, Maya and Rick fear that a change in his opinion could jeopardize their chances of having Nicole serve as their surrogate. Even Ridge's reassurance that the real paternity of the baby will never be revealed can't prevent Caroline from fearing that Brooke will be the one to figure out the truth. Liam becomes more observant about the interactions taking place during a Forrester Creations' staff meeting, especially after announcing that he is writing an article about Ridge and Caroline's baby. Frustrated by his inability to get through to Nicole to change her mind, Julius and Vivienne confer with Eric and Brooke about what the future holds for their families. Tired of the tension between Ridge and Thomas, Steffy attempts to play peacemaker.

SNEAK PEEK: OH, BROTHER!

"DAYS OF OUR LIVES": Bo is frustrated that Hope married Aiden before he arrived in Salem. Awakening on their honeymoon, Hope is horrified when Aiden pulls out a red necktie and strangles her. When Bo arrives on the scene, he and Aiden fight over Aiden's handgun. When the gun goes off Aiden is shot and killed. Rushed to the hospital, Hope survives the attack. Hope and Bo tell Chase they want him to live with them. Calling Bo a murderer, Chase storms out. Chad tells Ben that Aiden is the necktie killer. Meanwhile, Ben, the real murderer, abducts Abigail, and Abigail fears she is going into premature labor. Steve admits to Kayla he is on assignment from the ISA. John and Marlena are in harm's way when John decides not to take orders from the ISA. When Theresa tells Brady she loves him, he thinks they are going too fast. After a kiss from Theresa, Brady sleeps with her. John is skeptical when Sami says EJ is alive. While in the park, Sami is abducted.

SNEAK PEEK: BO IS HOPELESS

"GENERAL HOSPITAL": Jake refuses to believe that he is Jason. Given indisputable evidence about his real identity, Jake says he does not want to be Jason. He is also upset that he has no feelings or memories of all the people in Port Charles who are connected to him. Jason tells Liz they have to put their wedding on hold. Sonny is stunned when he learns who Jason is. When Dillon decides to shut down his movie, Maxie is without a job. Learning he owes back taxes to the IRS, Julian decides to use Crimson Magazine. Hiring Nina to be the editor, Julian knows she will run it into the ground. Maxie agrees to help Nina with the magazine. The judge thinks neither Sonny nor Ava deserves custody of Avery. Deciding on who is the best of the worst, the judge gives Ava full custody of Avery. Ava taunts Sonny with the knowledge he is a cripple who cannot satisfy Carly in bed. After Hayden admits to Nikolas she regained her memory months ago, he wants to head to the bedroom. She says, "Not so fast."

SNEAK PEEK: MOTHER AND SON REUNION

"THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS": Sharon tells Dr. Anderson that Patty is trying to reach Dylan. When she tries refusing to take her next dose of medicine, Dr. Anderson tells Sharon she is putting her baby at risk and forces her to take it. Nikki worries about the state of Nick and Sage's marriage and hopes they have the strength to work through their problems. Faith is crushed when she learns baby Christian died. Gwen tells Neil she is frustrated with his preoccupation with Hilary. Neil assures Gwen that he cares about her. Later, Gwen gets drunk and almost comes clean with Devon about Hilary. Victor declines Luca's offer for his family to financially bail out Newman Enterprises. Victor is determined to revive Newman Enterprises without anyone's help. Victor tells him to focus on their deal in getting Marisa out of Genoa City. Marisa spots Luca talking to Victor and questions him on his dealings with Victor. Adam denies it when Victor suggests Adam was the father of Sage's baby. Victor tells Adam he will keep him from jail if he will help him destroy the Abbott family.

SNEAK PEEK: SAGE BRUSHES AGAINST ADAM FOR SUPPORT.

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