September 5, 2003
Ned and Alexis run into each other on the street. He tells her Alice is taking Kristina to the park tomorrow and asks if she wants to join them. She says she's going to be out of town. A very young girl (the one with the diary from last week) 'bumps into' them on the street. The young girl pulls out a CD and asks "Eddie" to sign it. She then recognizes Alexis and asks if she's Eddie's Angel. Alexis deflects. The girl leaves and Ned asks if Alexis had something to do with that. Alexis says no. Alexis shows up at the PCPD and tells Stefan that she is leaving town. He says that's not a good idea because if she leaves, she'll never have a chance at getting her daughter back. Alexis tells Stefan she will ensure he isn't found guilty. He threatens her some more.

September 15, 2003
Alexis tells Stefan she can prove Darius killed Summer under his orders. Stefan squirms. Alexis produces a letter she got, sealed, from Darius's sister. It was written to himself in the event of his untimely death. She reads it to Stefan and he still denies all. She asks him if he has any remorse at all. Stefan tells Alexis if she doesn't find a way to clear him the paper trail framing Ned will lead back to her and she will never see Kristina again. Alexis seems surprised that he would frame her (has she forgotten momentarily he's a Cassadine?) Ned shows up with Skye and the look that passes between he and Alexis could freeze the world. Alexis tells Stefan she knows her way around a paper trail and she will get Ned and herself out of this. Alexis tells Ned to keep calm and stay quiet. He and Skye ask what she knows about this. Ned tells Alexis if he finds out she had anything to do with this she will never cross him again. He leaves. Skye tells Alexis she knows she's guilty and she'll prove it. Alexis implores her to stay out of it. She leaves. Cindy approaches Alexis and asks, poutingly, "How am I doing Ms. Davis," as Alexis wonders what Stefan has gotten her into.

September 16, 2003
Nik and Lydia meet up with Alexis in Kelly's. Nik guesses everything but Alexis doesn't confirm his suspicions. Nikolas tells Alexis if she gives in to Stefan's blackmail she'll have to answer to him and face herself in the mirror. A storm brews outside. Zander meets Alexis at Kelly's. She tells him she wants him to hook up with Cindy and tie her to Stefan without making her a sacrificial lamb. She tells him that Emily was Stefan's original target; not Summer. She also tells him Stefan set up both her and Ned.

September 18, 2003
Stefan tells Alexis that she did so well with the judge he almost believes she believes in his innocence. Judge Farmer tells Skye, Ned and Alexis this won't take long. Alexis asks Skye to be removed but Judge Farmer doesn't care. She's removing Kristina from Ned's custody and placing her in foster care. Alexis asks the judge if perhaps she could have temporary custody of her daughter. The judge says no. Skye goes a little nutty hurling accusations all around. The judge tells them that she has to discuss the child's case with her case worker and leaves. Ned tells Skye to shut up and Alexis says that they were trying to save Kristina and Skye just blew it. Alexis tells Stefan that Kristina's going to foster care and that her work for him is done. She has the letter from Darius stating Stefan's intentions and if Stefan wants to fry her with the paper trail? Bring it. She's washing her hands of him. Skye, Ned and Alexis are shocked when Judge Farmer grants custody of Kristina to Cameron. None look pleased as Cameron picks up the baby.

September 24, 2003
On the docks, Zander tells Alexis he made contact with Cindy. She says she needs his help with another problem -- his father. Alexis tells Zander she can't remember if she was nice or not-so-nice to Cameron the last time they saw each other. She asks if he can smooth things over to garner her visitation. He agrees to try. Cameron runs into Alexis. He asks her not to yell at him or throw stuff. She says that's not what she wants to talk about. Alexis and Cameron show up to see Kristina. Zander tells his father that Alexis is welcome anytime she wants -- and he is too. Cameron can't believe how understanding his son is being. Alexis, Cameron and Zander discuss corrupt Judge Farmer. Scott shows up and tells Alexis he's arresting her for what she did to Ned. Alexis doesn't bat an eye at this news.

September 25, 2003
Scott brings a cuffed Alexis into the PCPD. Cameron asks for a moment alone with her and asks if she wants him to call Dara. She says yes. Ric shows up and tells her about all the charges of slander & libel being brought against her by Ned & Skye, including suing her for $10 million in punitive damages. She doesn't even blink as they tell her this. Alexis tells Ric that Ned will be lucky to get a tenth of the damages he seeks. Ric says she should tell her lawyer their work will be pro-bono since all of her assets will be used to pay off the case that they'll win. Alexis is led off for processing. Cameron pleads Alexis' case to Ned. Skye can't believe Alexis is already playing the victim. Cameron continues to ask Ned to back off Alexis but he smugly informs Cameron he intends to ruin her life to the fullest degree possible. Alexis emerges in prison blues and, smiling, tells Ned that no matter how this turns out, she'll always be Kristina's mother. He can't do anything to change that and by the time Kristina is old enough to understand this situation, she won't remember who Ned even is. Stefan asks to see her. She goes into the room with him and he says it's great that she'll be paying for her crimes now. Alexis tells Stefan she never wanted Ned framed for rape. Stefan asks when she developed these lofty principles -- they didn't seem to be in place when she made him believe Katherine was his sister; or when Stefan was on trial for a murder that she and Luke tried to commit. Stefan storms out of the room and asks to retain Ric's legal services. Alexis states that he's guilty. Ric says that she just breached lawyer/client confidentiality and that alone is enough to get her disbarred. She doesn't appear to care. Stefan is released and Ric says it's because Alexis filed motions improperly. He tells Alexis she's always been a lousy chess player. Ned tells Alexis he's testifying against her, and that she needs to give serious thought to how she wants to see Kristina grow up because he is tired of placating her.

October 1, 2003
Alexis thanks Dara for getting her out of jail. Dara tells her that Nikolas didn't pay the bail. Cameron answers the door when Alexis shows up at the cottage. He gives her the loan agreement and she tells him her finances aren't what they used to be. He wants to gouge her for 14% interest which she doesn't agree to. He tells her he can't find an apartment and she suggests he move in with her. He's not sure if that's a wise idea. Alexis tells Cameron she's not paying triple the going rate for interest for the loan. He says he's sure he can get a child-friendly apartment suitable for Kristina. The two of them run up the stairs to see the baby. Zander and Emily wonder if what they're doing is compromising by being together. Alexis and Cameron agree to move in together. She won't charge him rent; he's only charging her 7% interest. He won't allow her unsupervised visits with her daughter yet. Luke shows up. Alexis says she's missed him. Cameron wonders where he's been. Luke asks Natasha how they're going to make Stefan pay.

October 2, 2003
Emily, Nikolas, Zander and Alexis wind up at Kelly's. They've all got notes that say they should be there at 6:00 -- everyone will. Alexis gets a phone call telling her that transportation is on the way. She informs Nik, Lydia, Em & Zander that the caller disguised his voice badly and that she doesn't think they're in any danger. Zander wants to take Emily to the Qs but she insists if this is about Stefan she wants to be involved. The gang in the warehouse begins to snark. Emily seems ticked that Lydia's living with Lucky now and Lydia asks if she has staked claim to every man in town now. Alexis finds a videotape and pops it into the VCR. Luke greets the assembled guests. Alexis begins to leave. The tape calls out to her to stay because he needs her. Nikolas et al realize they're stranded in the warehouse because there's no way out. Luke shows up with Stefan in tow, gagged and with hands tied. He says he's going to serve up justice tonight. The assembled guests look as though they'd rather be anywhere else.

October 3, 2003
Luke sets up the video camera. He announces he'll be broadcasting to all of Port Charles. Alexis begs him to stop; as does Emily, then Zander. Lydia wants to continue and Nik gives his permission to do so as well. Dillon hovers in the background outside, looking in. Luke begins to broadcast. Luke allows Stefan to make an opening statement. As he is doing so, Luke goes outside and hauls Dillon in by the collar. He then announces that they've just found their court cameraman. Dillon pans the crowd. Mac asks Georgie why it is that when there's trouble, Dillon's always sure to follow. She says she doesn't know. Luke calls his first witness -- Nikolas. Nikolas takes his turn on the stand. He admits he thinks Stefan's guilty and that he's in love with Emily. He confesses he still is. Luke then calls Emily to the stand. Stefan says that this whole thing is all Emily's fault and if she would've just gone away none of this would've happened. Alexis wipes away tears in the background as Stefan admits to everything. He tells Nikolas that his whole life has been about sacrificing for him, on his behalf. He begs Nikolas to understand.

October 6, 2003
Luke tells Stefan that although protection of a loved one is a justifiable reason for murder, it wasn't in this case. Alexis stands up and asks for this to be over. Luke says it's not. He then poises to mete out Stefan's punishment. Stefan tells Luke that his confession in this kangaroo court won't hold up in real life. Luke gags him and announces that he's going to make sure justice is served. Lucky instructs Dillon to cut the feed on the video camera. Luke leads Stefan out. Alexis expresses her concern that if Luke kills Stefan his own life will be over. Lucky reassures all that his father's smarter than that. Nikolas and Stefan exchange harsh words. Nikolas leaves. Capelli enters through a tunnel. Scott won't drop the charges but agrees to Alexis' request that Luke is released. Alone, Alexis tells Luke she thought he might try to kill Stefan when he dragged him out of there.

October 8, 2003
Alexis tells Zander she needs to tie Cindy to Stefan. He says he'll keep trying. He opens the door to leave and finds his father there with Kristina. Alexis is unimpressed with the animal-sound-making toy that Cameron brought Kristina. Her baby happily in her arms, Alexis plays with her. Zander tells Cameron that this is obviously what he wanted from the beginning. Cameron hedges. Zander turns to leave. Alexis lifts Kristina up and a tiny bit of her tummy between her peach shirt & jeans is exposed. Zander says goodbye and leaves. Cameron tells Alexis he wants the first installment of her bail, with interest. She narrows one eye and looks at him. Cameron is working on his computer; Alexis is writing on a legal pad. Kristina is ostensibly in her playpen with the toy that makes the barnyard animal noises. Every time it makes a sound she turns and looks. Cameron asks if something is wrong and says that she likes the cow. Alexis tries to concentrate but she still keeps turning around when she hears a noise. Cameron asks if everything is all right and she just gives this *precious* movement as if to say "shoo! get away! stop asking me!". Alexis tells Cameron that "Baby Barnyard" is on the list of 10 Worst Toys For Babies. Cameron says he didn't know that and that he wants to take Kristina for a walk; she's a night owl. Alexis says it's too late. She says she has to prepare her defense. She leaves the room. Cameron looks at her notes. He raises a couple of issues with him as to what may or may not be a good defense in court. She doesn't ask for nor want his help. Kristina makes a barnyard animal make a noise and both adults take off running.

October 15, 2003
Alexis and Cameron talk about the fact that he brought Kristina to the hospital's day care when he could have left her home with her mother. Nikolas and Emily tell Alexis that Stefan is dead. She calmly asks if Luke did it. Alexis tells Nik that no one expects him to be fine about this. Alexis tells Cameron the brother she knew and loved died a long time ago. He tells her that she's burying her grief and this is her last chance to say goodbye to him. Alexis walks towards Cameron and they place their arms around one another.

October 16, 2003
Alexis tells Nik that she came for the funeral because Stefan snuck dessert upstairs to her and put her through school. Helena shows up and says she's glad Stefan's dead and she wants to thank who did it. At the funeral, Helena interacts with everyone just long enough to insult them and let it be known
she's kept tabs on everybody. She has a particularly nasty exchange with Alexis, and asks if Cameron's the boyfriend. Cameron says "God no she's a former patient". The ceremony begins. At the funeral, Helena speaks when no one else wants to. She insults Stefan half a dozen times before Nikolas asks her to sit down. Nikolas says that his uncle devoted his life to dreams that could never be realized and that desperate choices led to his death; choices he made while still
trying to afford those dreams for Nikolas. Alexis tells Skye that she knows why she came and it had nothing to do with Emily. She came to see if Alexis lost it -- and she didn't. Helena continues to insult people. She tells Alexis that her only comforting thought is knowing treachery runs in the family: one day her daughter will betray her. Cameron gives her his card but she tears it up. Alexis puts her arm around Cameron and suggests they leave.

November 5, 2003
Alexis comes home to find Skye with Kristina and Cameron; she promptly kicks Skye out. She asks Cameron why he let her visit. Cameron says it's because custody of Kristina is most likely to be granted to the Qs and it would be better if she spent more time with Skye. Cameron suggests that Alexis should allow Dara to defend her instead of doing it herself. She is not impressed by this idea. On the docks Alexis walks down the steps and hears a noise. The camera pans to a teenager hidden behind cover, holding a gun. Alexis inadvertently approaches the girl, still shrouded in cover. She looks as though she's trying to get the courage to shoot the gun, but doesn't. Dara shows up and Alexis takes off with her. In court, Scott questions Cindy. He finishes and Dara starts. Alexis interrupts and the judge lets her cross-examine. Alexis tells the girl she is giving her the opportunity to come clean; the girl insists Alexis is the one who paid her. The whole time, the mysterious teenager from the docks watches Alexis. In court, Ned says that the person who will be hurt most if Alexis goes to jail is Kristina. He says that he's dropping all charges against Alexis because her daughter needs her and not through supervised visits. Upon hearing this news the teenage girl pulls out the gun and readies it again.

November 6, 2003
In the courtroom Scott wants to treat Ned as a hostile witness but the judge drops all charges. Skye rushes up and screams that Alexis won't get away with this, causing the girl with the gun to back off. Dara tells Alexis she's free to go. The teenager keeps seeing and losing her chance with the gun. Ned shows up and Alexis thanks him for what he did and says she can't help but think that he wants something from her in return. Ned tells Alexis she's become cold-hearted,
selfish and mean. But he hopes by having relinquished all parental rights to Kristina that she will return to the nicer person she used to be. He says he is petitioning Judge Farmer to grant her full custody but that doesn't mean he is abandoning Kristina. Ned leaves and Alexis clutches the paper to her chest, a look of complete and utter happiness not seen since last Christmas when
she held Kristina for the first time. Cameron shows up at the courthouse with the baby. He tells Alexis that the judge found out about their living arrangements and she was pretty mad. He then says that he's there to surrender Kristina. Alexis wants to know to whom. Alexis tells Judge Farmer that she will do right by her daughter. Cameron says he has no objections. The judge gives her Kristina. Alexis picks up her sleeping daughter. Cameron says: "Congratulations. You finally got Kristina all to yourself at last. No Ned, no extended family. After
months of maniacal effort your wish has finally come true. You are now Kristina's entire life and will remain so until she grows up and you find yourself alone". He walks away. The teenager preps the gun to shoot but when she sees Alexis with the baby, doesn't go through with it.

November 11 2003
Alexis tries to defend Luke in court. Luke insists that he killed Stefan on purpose even after Nikolas testifies that he didn't. Sage's gun is trained on Alexis but Skye stands in the way. At the PCPD Alexis asks Scott why it's taking so long for Luke to be brought up. Skye tells Alexis that she doesn't know if it's a good idea for Alexis -- the victim's sister -- to be representing the accused and that the Bar Association might not think so either. Alexis leaves but not before telling Skye that she's sure she'll give up on this; she loses interest fast. In the courtroom Alexis is constructing a defense for Luke. Cameron doesn't think what she has
decided to say is the best move. He says it's time for her to stop trying to ease her own guilt and simply construct a defense for her. Alexis is finishing up a sentence when Sage comes in. She asks her to hang on a second. She finishes it and turns around and asks "what can I do for you". Gun pointed, Sage says "you can die, bitch". Alexis looks stunned. Alexis tells Sage that to say she's sorry would be woefully inappropriate. She says that she killed her father. Alexis says it was self-defense. Sage doesn't buy it. She tells her she's going to die.
Dillon comes screaming and running into the courtroom. The camera goes to slow-mo. The screen fades to white as the gun goes off.

November 12, 2003
In the courtroom, we see Sage fire the gun at Alexis directly, head-on, and then we see Alexis on the floor. Dillon pulls Sage back and she explains the bullets were blanks because one day they will be real. Lucky et al burst through the door and shoot at Dillon, who's holding the gun. Alexis accuses Sage of being, well, crazy. Alexis, bangs shockingly brushed back, insists to the police that Dillon did nothing wrong. She reiterates the situation and the cops say they want her down at the PCPD to make a statement. Alexis, Sage and Capelli leave. Scott threatens to arrest Sage. She says he wouldn't do that if he knew who her
uncle was. Lorenzo walks in and asks about his niece. Alexis tries valiantly to convince Scott that Lucky shouldn't be suspended for simply doing his job. She reiterates the incident but Scott still wants Lucky stripped of his badge. Scott smirks as Alexis tells Lucky she'll defend him if he gets charged.

November 14, 2003
After John's funeral, Alexis comforts Jane. Ned's arm is around her waist as she does this. She then comforts Jax and her and Ned vow to take Jax for a drink to toast his father. Alone with the casket Jax weeps for his dad.

December 9, 2003
Alexis wheels Kristina into Kelly's. She gives Justus a hug and he asks for her help defending Sonny & Jason. She says, a little sadly, that she wouldn't lift a finger to help them if she were their attorney and it's a good thing he is. He leaves. Emily and Nikolas come in. Alexis presents Emily with the divorce papers, and Nikolas with a balance sheet showing the family's in serious financial trouble Alexis tells Nikolas she's going to drop Kristina off and they make plans to meet later. Nikolas leaves too. Emily, and her white crocheted hat and matching white sweater with a bow rivaling the size of the one on Courtney's behind at her first wedding attempt, are alone at Kelly's when Zander walks in with a chick. Alexis tells Nikolas that they'll figure this out. He says it's good she's his aunt because he couldn't afford to pay her for her legal services. She says that she would never have given her life to this family, only to him. She says that he may have to let most of the staff go and learn to make his own bed. Alexis takes the divorce papers from Emily. Emily tells her that Zander's been better. Alexis looks sympathetic. She says goodbye to Emily and Nikolas.

December 10, 2003
Alexis, looking over her glasses, with hair down, is surprised to learn that Nik's engaged. "To Emily?" she asks. She smiles and says she's happy for him. Nik tells Alexis he's on his way to the Qs to break the engagement news. She tells him to be careful because there's still some animosity due to the Kristina custody battle. She jokingly suggests he ask them for a loan -- they could use the money. He promises to be careful and Alexis wishes him well. Alexis, in black leather boots, is happy when Nikolas tells her that Emily stood up to her family. "She's my kind of gal". Alexis then goes on to tell him that when the freighter sank, they lost their chance at avoiding bankruptcy.

December 11, 2003
Meanwhile back at Wyndemere Alexis tells Nik and Em she's selling the family homestead. Em says she can't just sell someone's home -- Alexis tells her there's no choice -- the Cassadines are broke.

December 17, 2003
Alexis interviews Sam's father who says he's more than happy to wear several hats in his duties at Wyndemere. He meets Nik and Em and Nik thinks there's more to the story. Nik apologizes for being so harsh with Cody and tells Alexis it's her call. She tells Cody that she plans to check every one of his references because she knows just how easy they are to forge. But he's hired temporarily at least. Alexis sees Cody picking up a file on the desk. She tells him her nephew's instincts are usually right and he was suspicious of him five minutes after meeting him. She's suggesting snooping when a relatively calm Nik & Em come into the room with an unconscious Sam asking Alexis to call for a medivac helicopter. Cody unenthusiastically asks if she's OK. Sam mutters something unintelligibly about 'courage'; 'sunk' and/or 'wreck'. Alexis ushers in the paramedics but Sam's out again while her father is paying very close attention.

December 22, 2003
Alexis holds the curly-haired Kristina and is surprised when Cameron shows up with a present and says Christmas made him think of her. Cameron gives Kristina the present. Alexis thanks him and wishes him Merry Christmas. He runs into Cody the butler, eavesdropping outside. He tells him Alexis could give some great butler lessons. He leaves. Alexis asks him why he was eavesdropping. Alexis tells Cody she knows he was eavesdropping. He's a lurker. She tells him if she catches him again, he'll have to go. Alexis agrees to draw up the contract for the 50/50 split. She tells him the Qs won't like it.

December 23, 2003
Alexis tells Nikolas she never knows what to get him and hopes he'll just pretend he likes it. She says she's on the way to the hospital and will meet them there. Alexis shows up with Kristina. Ned asks if he can hold her; she says yes. He takes her over to Edward, Alan and Monica. Tracy tells Alexis she doesn't understand how a cross-dressing psychopath could have ended up having Ned's child. Alexis tells her she loves her child and doesn't drop her off like excess baggage. Alexis licks her candycane as Tracy tries to rattle her; Alexis tells her that people in glass mental institutions ought not to throw stones. At the hospital, Alan reads the Christmas story. Bobbie, Monica, Sage, Dillon and Edward look on. Alexis, looking calm, beautiful and relaxed, strokes her baby girl's hair as Ned looks on happily, all listening to Alan read the story. In a montage, we see Courtney go to Kelly's alone; Michael holding Morgan as Carly and Sonny dance happily; Nikolas walk into the Spencers; Luke walk away; Sage drag Dillon under the mistletoe; him laugh but not kiss her; Georgie look on sadly, and finally, Alexis taking her daughter to meet Santa. Santa hands her a toy and then pulls down his beard. When she sees it's Cameron her face lights up.

December 24, 2003
In Luke's fantasy/dream, he's at his own son's funeral. The mourners include Alexis, Bobbie, Emily, Nikolas, a teenage Lulu and Leslie. They talk about how he died so suddenly; so young. Luke is shocked to hear Lucky died in the line of duty. Lulu is inconsolable; she blames Luke for Lucky's death. Later, he heads to Wyndemere and sees Nik, Em, Alexis and Kristina. He invites them to Christmas. Cameron shows up and he invites him too. He then tells Cameron that he should stop being such a schlub and go over to Alexis and give her a big juicy kiss. At the Spencers, Skye, Alexis, Kristina, Cameron, Bobbie, Emily, Nikolas, Lucky, Lulu and Leslie are assembled. Luke's late because he was picking out presents. He shows up and gives Lulu a special present; everyone else gets something too. No one can believe the change in him.

December 31, 2003
This is a special black & white New Year's Eve fantasy of Dillon's. Back on the farm, Virgil's parents (Alexis & Cameron) realize their son's run off to the big city. Back on the farm, Ma Kettle is freaking out so Pa throws a bucket of fresh milk from the nearby cow on her. They realize they have to chase down their son in the big city to save him from the scarlet women & wine. Virgil's parents arrive in the big city. A hooker walks past and flashes her wares at Cameron; Alexis wants to know what he's looking at. The keystone cops (Ric, Lucky & Scott) show up thinking they're criminals but Cameron distracts them; they escape.
The keystone cops are distracted by the hooker. Ma & Pa Kettle hide behind menus in Kelly's. She suggests they'll have to go on the lam; he suggests a horse might be easier. At the farm the bumpkin shows his new bride the barn. She's wholly unimpressed and throws a bucket of milk on Pa Kettle. Ma Kettle shows up and meets the bride. Whipley Eyelash ties Georgie to a stop sign and proceeds to drive at her with the turnip truck. Her true love rescues her. Whipley turns around and finds a collection of people: Bumpkin has tied up Whipley, Faith, Mac & Sage. Ma & Pa show up followed by the Judge & Tracy who meets her son. Suddenly the keystone cops pass through, chasing Coleman & Skye.
The bumpkin & Vivi kiss and are married. Ma Kettle passes Pa's pitchfork to the bumpkin and they are photographed. All ends well.

January 6, 2004
On the Haunted Star Zander tells Liz she'll make a great mom and he thinks Ric'll make a good dad too. Seconds later, he finds Alexis & Cameron and springs the baby news on them. Alexis finds it rather amusing that Cameron's going to be a grandfather; Zander tells her he's got things to discuss with her. She's not surprised he has things to chat about. Alexis tells Zander it's a good idea to get his name on the birth certificate. She tells him he's got a little bit of time, which is good. Cameron wonders if Zander really wants this baby or not. Zander walks away. Cameron asks Alexis why she was talking the way she was to Zander; she tells him she's an attorney and that he asked her a legal question and she was just answering him.

January 8, 2004
At the PCPD Lucky and Nikolas are talking about the murder. Alexis shows up and tells Nik not to say another word. Alexis tells Lucky that any words that passed between him & Nikolas are admissible in court. Lucky leaves them alone after saying he'd never do anything to hurt Nikolas. Alexis tells her nephew he's in a lot of trouble. Alexis tells Nikolas that he needs to figure out more about Ben than the fact that he's AKA "Ben The Fence". She asks who else had motive; who else could've been there; what he looked like. Nik has no answers. She tells him he'd better hope the forensic gods are smiling on them.

January 9, 2004
Emily leaves tearfully and Alexis enters and tells Nikolas it's time for his bail hearing. Alexis tells Nikolas that this is very serious. He doesn't appear to think so. At the courthouse Alexis asks Ric to ask for bail for Nik. Ric says there's no difference between an aristocratic criminal... or a mobster. Alexis says, "it isn't like he's Sonny or Jason..." and Ric says it doesn't matter. He leaves and Nik shows up. She tells him it doesn't look good.

January 14, 2004
Alexis implores people to leave the room so she can talk to Zander. He asks about Kristina's love for canned peaches; they smile. She tells him that he's better than this. He says Nik attacked him. She says she doesn't doubt it, but she doesn't believe that he killed Cody. She asks him to drop the assault charges so that he can go and find out who did kill him. Alexis asks Zander to drop the charges. He says no. She looks at him sadly and asks if he realizes what this means: he says that he does. Ric comes in and he and Alexis leave; Nik is taken to the PCPD under arrest.

January 15, 2004
Alexis tells Zander that it's obvious what he's doing. She advises him to stop because it's illegal to frame a man for murder. He asks if she's billing for her legal advice; she asks if she's ever billed him a penny for her legal services. Zander looks guilty. Alexis, quickly having figured out the clues, tells Zander that it's not hard to see he's blackmailing Ric in order to get Nik thrown in jail in exchange for the rights to his kid. She's disgusted with him and it shows.

January 19, 2004
Alexis shows up at the PCPD and tells Nik that his bail's been reinstated. Zander, in a cell, looks at her. She asks if he wants her to get him out. He says that at the end of the day she'll always choose Nik. She suggests to him that even if Nik went to jail Em's not gonna pick him anyways but Zander can't see that. He sadly tells her he doesn't want her help. Alexis finds Ric in the interrogation room. She tells him that it seems a little too easy that he's reinstating Nik's bail, and that she's got a lot to say to him. Alexis calmly lays out for Ric how things are gonna go: he's guilty; he'll lose his job -- not to mention his wife -- if this comes out. So, he'll make it appear that he's prosecuting Nikolas up until the last moment. She'll push for a speedy trial; at the last second he'll throw the case. He can then use Zander's police record against him to stop him from staking claim to the baby. Ric says he thought Zander was her friend. She tells him that he is, but Nik's family. Ric and Elizabeth head off in one direction; Alexis and Nikolas in the other and Zander, stuck in his cell, just looks confused.