The July 9 episode of General Hospital delivered simmering tension, deepening alliances, and emotional fallout across Port Charles. At the Metro Court pool, Drew and Kai found a quiet moment to discuss the fallout from Curtis’s failed trap. Their conversation revealed not only Kai’s loyalty to Drew, but also the complicated web forming around Trina’s family. Kai confessed the choice to tip off Drew was difficult, but he didn’t want the blame for Curtis’s underhanded scheme falling on someone innocent. Drew appreciated the warning and revealed he’s not done yet—he’s got a plan in motion to neutralize Curtis for good. Still, he warned Kai that Trina might eventually uncover his involvement, and Kai quietly accepted whatever consequences that may bring.
Back at Aurora, Curtis was blindsided when Felicia informed him that Jacinda—his key witness—had vanished. Not only did she miss her scheduled flight, but she cleared out her place completely. For Curtis, the implications were clear: someone got to her, and all signs pointed toward Drew. His growing fury was interrupted by Kai’s arrival, who calmly warned Curtis about digging into matters beyond his understanding. The tension thickened, especially after Curtis shared a brief, emotionally restrained moment with Jordan. She tried to make it clear she never intended to jeopardize his marriage and insisted on stepping back from his personal affairs. Though Curtis admitted he hadn’t been fair, the damage was clearly done as Jordan walked away, both of them visibly affected.
At the gallery, Ava and Trina were focused on their upcoming art show. Their professional bond seemed strong, even as personal lives crept into the conversation. Trina spoke warmly about Kai, clearly unaware of the storm brewing beneath the surface. Later, Cody showed up to apologize to Ava for their awkward kiss. While Ava dismissed it as no big deal, the look on Cody’s face said otherwise—there’s still something unresolved between them. Meanwhile, at Alexis’ place, Kristina and Cody were cornered by Molly after she overheard their tense whispers about a secret plan. Kristina scrambled to cover their tracks, but Molly was clearly left suspicious, especially when Cody mentioned heading to Ava’s show.
Over at the Quartermaine boathouse, Sasha confided in Michael about her growing anxiety. Feeling unsafe in Port Charles, she expressed her desire to leave with Daisy. Michael tried to calm her down, but Sasha’s mind seemed made up—he may need to take more drastic steps if he hopes to keep his family together.
At Sonny’s place, Jason delivered grim news: Selina’s men were found dead, confirming Sonny’s belief that Sidwell was responsible for the fire that nearly killed Kristina. Sonny, boiling with anger, vowed revenge—placing Marco in serious danger. But Carly stepped in, trying to defuse the situation and urging Sonny to think before acting. She warned him that one wrong move could cost more lives, but Sonny’s expression made it clear: the wheels of vengeance were already turning.
Meanwhile, at the hospital, Liz revealed to Lucas that she’d be attending Ava’s show with Ric, who she claims wants nothing more than friendship. Lucas didn’t buy it, calling Ric “messy” for juggling relationships in such close quarters. And elsewhere, Willow shared a light moment with Drew, kissing him and venting her frustrations about Carly’s territorial behavior over the pool.
Port Charles is teetering on the edge. Loyalties are shifting, secrets are unraveling, and with tensions rising across multiple fronts, it’s only a matter of time before everything explodes.