At the hospital, Patrick was surprised when he spotted Lisa Niles talking to Robin. Lisa revealed that she was at the hospital to consult on a case with Robin. Lisa had a patient with a spinal cord problem that Lisa hoped to treat without resorting to surgery. Robin was impressed that Lisa was open to different options. While Lisa and Robin talked about the patient's case, Matt approached Patrick.

Matt warned Patrick that it was never a good idea for ex-girlfriends and wives to talk to each other. Patrick wasn't concerned. Robin was well aware of Patrick's history and therefore knew all of his faults. Patrick didn't think that Lisa could tell Robin anything that would change Robin's view of him. However, when Robin walked away, Patrick approached Lisa to find out how much trouble he was in with his wife.

Lisa assured Patrick that she hadn't told Robin anything horrible about him. Patrick relaxed. As he and Lisa briefly reminisced about the past, Robin returned with her recommendations for Lisa's patient. After Lisa left, Patrick commented, "There goes a wild woman." Robin was curious if Patrick missed the old days. Patrick responded, "No way."

At the penthouse, Spinelli informed Jason and Sam that he had been able to identify the type of camera that had been used to take the picture of Claudia. Lucky arrived moments later to talk to Jason. Spinelli quickly gathered his things and then left. As Sam started to follow Spinelli out, Lucky stopped her. Lucky confided to Sam that he hoped that her desire to help Jason hadn't landed her in trouble.

Sam claimed that Jason hadn't done anything wrong and neither had she. After Jason closed the door behind Sam, he demanded to know what Lucky wanted. Lucky explained that he'd been able to piece together a theory about Claudia's fate, based partly on the evidence that he had collected and partly on speculation. Lucky shared his theory on the events that had led to Claudia's murder. It was surprisingly insightful and accurate. However, Lucky suspected that a crucial piece of information was missing.

Lucky was certain that Sonny and Jason were covering up more than Claudia's demise. Jason didn't know what Lucky wanted from him. Lucky clarified that while he was not condoning what Jason had done or looking the other way, he understood what had led to Claudia's death. Lucky admitted that he respected Jason for making the decision to give Jake up. Therefore, Lucky intended to step down from the case because of conflict of interest. Lucky wanted Jason to know that whoever took over the case would run with the evidence that Lucky had gathered.

According to Lucky, the evidence pointed to Jason and Sonny as co-conspirators who had covered up Claudia's murder. He warned that Jason and Sonny could be facing murder charges.

At Kelly's, Elizabeth placed an order for a picnic lunch. Elizabeth explained to Mike that she and Lucky intended to go hiking. Nikolas entered the diner in time to hear Elizabeth's plans for the day. Elizabeth turned to Nikolas when he remarked about her plans. Elizabeth demanded to know if Nikolas was following her. Before Nikolas could respond, Rebecca entered Kelly's.

Rebecca threw her arms around Nikolas and then kissed him. Elizabeth was annoyed by the public display of affection. Nikolas appeared uncomfortable as he ended the kiss. Seemingly oblivious to the undercurrents between Nikolas and Elizabeth, Rebecca explained that she and Alfred had planned a surprise for Nikolas, but they needed a little more time to get things done. Rebecca promised to call Nikolas to let him know when everything was ready at Wyndemere.

After Rebecca left, Elizabeth asked for a moment of Nikolas' time. Nikolas followed Elizabeth to a secluded nook in the alley. Elizabeth observed that Rebecca clearly had something romantic planned for Nikolas. To Nikolas' surprise, Elizabeth admitted that she was glad; she hoped that it helped Nikolas to move forward. Nikolas was bothered by Elizabeth's attitude. He demanded that she look him in the eye to tell him that she was happy that Rebecca had special plans for him, but Elizabeth couldn't do it.

Nikolas dared Elizabeth to deny the attraction that she felt for him. As he spoke, Nikolas inched closer to Elizabeth until he could kiss her. The heated kiss continued until Robin walked up. When Robin saw Elizabeth in Nikolas' arms, she blasted Elizabeth for cheating on Lucky. Robin couldn't believe that Elizabeth would hurt Lucky again; she vowed to testify on Lucky's behalf if he decided that he wanted custody of the kids.

Elizabeth snapped out of her nightmarish fantasy when Sam called out Elizabeth's name. Elizabeth looked around for Nikolas, but didn't see him. As Sam started to leave, Elizabeth asked Sam to wait. Elizabeth admitted that she had unfairly judged Sam in the past. Elizabeth realized that she had been a hypocrite and that she didn't have any right to cast judgment on anyone. Elizabeth wasn't proud of what she had done; she felt that she owed Sam an apology.

Elizabeth understood if Sam didn't want to accept the apology, but she had to let Sam know that she was truly sorry for how she had treated her. Sam didn't respond.

A short time later, Sam returned to the penthouse. She was curious how Jason's talk with Lucky had gone. Jason told her that Lucky had tried to warn him. Jason admitted that he would always be grateful to Lucky for raising Jake. Jason could see that Jake loved Lucky. Sam agreed that Lucky was a wonderful father and that he loved Elizabeth. However, Sam wasn't certain that Elizabeth felt the same way about Lucky. Jason seemed surprised by Sam's comment.

After Elizabeth collected the picnic lunch from Mike, Lucky entered Kelly's. As Elizabeth and Lucky prepared to leave, Lucky admitted that he had been at Jason's penthouse to follow up on some evidence. Lucky realized that he might have to arrest Jason, so he had decided to step down from the case. Elizabeth was plagued with guilt. As her eyes filled with tears, she tried to work up the courage to tell Lucky about Nikolas, but the words wouldn't come.

Lucky assumed that Elizabeth felt guilty for turning to Jason after their marriage had fallen apart. He assured Elizabeth that she didn't need to keep apologizing for the past; he had forgiven her. Lucky felt equally responsible for having hurt Elizabeth with his addiction to drugs and his affair with Maxie. Lucky insisted that their mistakes were in the past and that the power of forgiveness had set them free.

Later, Elizabeth and Lucky settled on a blanket to enjoy their picnic. When Lucky mentioned that Elizabeth should have packed her painting supplies, Elizabeth remarked how much their lives had changed. A nurse and police officer had replaced the artist and musician. Lucky believed that they were rich in all of the ways that mattered.

Elizabeth thanked Lucky for the picnic; she confessed that it had been exactly what she had needed. After Elizabeth made a wish on an eyelash, Lucky wanted to know what she had wished for. Elizabeth teased that she couldn't tell him. However, she did confide that some things were precious and needed to be cherished or else they would be lost forever. As Elizabeth spoke, Lucky spotted a sign near a tree. He realized that the property that they were on was for sale.

Dominic was looking at the picture of Claudia in the cabin when he spotted Johnny entering the coffee warehouse. Dominic managed to slip the photo out of sight before Johnny joined Dominic at the table. Dominic wondered if Johnny had heard anything new about Claudia. Johnny insisted that Sonny had killed his sister.

Johnny understood the decision to kill Claudia from a business standpoint, but he had difficulty accepting that Sonny could so easily murder his own wife. According to Johnny, Sonny had tossed Claudia aside like a "sack of yard mulch." Dominic questioned if Sonny had ever loved Claudia. Johnny didn't know how Sonny had felt about Claudia, but he believed that Claudia had been a good wife to Sonny. Johnny didn't want Sonny to get away with her murder.

Spinelli went to Johnny's garage, but no one was there. While Spinelli looked around for Johnny, he noticed some pictures of Claudia scattered on a table. As Spinelli studied the photos, Johnny walked in. Spinelli commented that it appeared that Johnny had impressive camera equipment. Johnny revealed that Claudia had purchased the camera for him. According to Johnny it was a "fancy artist" camera that he knew next to nothing about.

Johnny was curious why Spinelli was at the garage. Spinelli claimed that he was there to commiserate with Johnny. Johnny was surprised; not many mourned Claudia's passing. Spinelli confessed that Claudia had always been kind to him. Johnny admitted that Claudia had thought highly of Spinelli. Johnny believed that what Sonny had done to Claudia at the party had been unforgivable.

Johnny was certain that Sonny's comment about Claudia's baby had made her snap. Johnny regretted that he had not defended his sister while Sonny had publicly humiliated her.

Dante went to his mother's apartment to show her the picture of Claudia. Olivia was horrified that someone had snapped the grisly photo. When she wondered who would do such a thing, Dante revealed that he suspected Johnny. Olivia refused to believe that Johnny would send the picture. Dante argued that Johnny had motive, a temper, and he was unpredictable. Dante believed that Johnny was out to get Jason and Sonny.

Olivia refused to believe that Sonny and Jason had killed Claudia. She reminded Dante that he didn't have any proof that Johnny had taken the picture or that Sonny had murdered his wife. Dante insisted that it was entirely possible that Johnny was out to avenge his sister's murder and that Sonny had done the deed. Olivia felt as if she were watching a train wreck; she begged Dante to return to Bensonhurst before it was too late, but Dante insisted that he had a job to do.

As Dante prepared to leave, Olivia wondered if he wanted the picture back. Dante claimed that he had made several copies; he wanted his mother to keep the picture, in order to remind her what Sonny was capable of. A short time later, Johnny arrived at Olivia's request. She told him that she wanted to take care of him. She reminded him that he could talk to her about anything.

Johnny thanked Olivia for her support. He realized that Claudia had treated Olivia badly. Olivia insisted that the only thing that mattered was that Johnny had loved his sister. When Olivia hinted that she would understand his desire for revenge, Johnny wondered if she was afraid that he would go after Sonny.

Olivia claimed that she wanted Claudia's death to be the end of the violence. Johnny insisted that it was up to Sonny, not him. Johnny just wanted to know what had happened to his sister. Olivia understood that Johnny couldn't make any promises, but she wanted him to know that he was important to her. While Olivia went to the kitchen to fetch them something to eat, Johnny looked for a corkscrew, so that he could open a bottle of wine. Instead, he found the picture of Claudia.

Joey Limbo paid Anthony a visit in jail. Anthony was pleased when Joey revealed that he had a perfect opportunity to ambush Sonny and Jason.

At the coffee warehouse, Jason entered his office to find Dominic waiting. Jason informed Dominic that Joey Limbo had gone to see Anthony. Dominic offered to help in any way that he could. Jason explained that Sonny had arranged a meeting with Joey, in order to broker a peace treaty. Jason wanted Dominic at the meeting to make certain that nothing happened. Jason insisted that there had been enough violence; it needed to end.

Nikolas entered the turret room to find that Rebecca had arranged a romantic lunch, complete with his favorite French foods. Rebecca entered moments later, carrying a bottle of French wine. As Rebecca kissed Nikolas, she suggested that they travel to France one day. Nikolas responded to Rebecca's advances. However, before the seduction went too far, Nikolas pulled away.

Nikolas couldn't continue lying to Rebecca. He told her that Ethan had been right; Nikolas had been using Rebecca. Nikolas admitted that he had offered Ethan one million dollars to seduce her. Rebecca wanted to know if Nikolas was deliberately trying to hurt her. Nikolas confessed that he had once wanted revenge for what she had done, but he had changed his mind.

Rebecca demanded to know why he had kept her around. Nikolas was brutally honest as he admitted that it had been partly for convenience. Nikolas revealed that he had never been free to love her because he loved someone else.