The June 10 episode of General Hospital delivered a tense mix of courtroom revelations, shifting alliances, and deep emotional undercurrents. Willow’s turn on the witness stand became a pivotal moment in the ongoing custody saga, as Diane grilled her over her parenting priorities and the nature of her relationship with Drew. By pointing out their intimacy in the children’s nursery, Diane painted a picture of questionable judgment, challenging Willow’s ability to separate her romantic life from her role as a mother. But Willow stood her ground, arguing passionately that love and motherhood shouldn’t be mutually exclusive. Ric’s later comment highlighted her dedication during the months she parented alone, reminding the court of her resilience. With the judge stating the final verdict would be based solely on what’s best for the children, tensions ran high as Carly and Michael processed the day’s testimony, while Willow lashed out at Nina outside the courtroom, accusing Michael of dishonesty and reaffirming her trust in Drew.
At the boathouse, Brook Lynn’s emotional conversation with Tracy revealed the cracks in her sense of control. After seeing Marco leave, she opened up about her frustrations with the older women in her life. Tracy, ever the realist, reminded her that recognizing the flaws of those she looks up to might actually be empowering. Brook Lynn’s desire to reclaim her strength and not be manipulated anymore was clear, but Tracy offered a warning—strength always comes with a cost. She gently redirected her focus toward her relationship with Chase and the love that could ground her.
Elsewhere, Ava and Trina shared a moment of quiet resilience at the gallery. Ava was optimistic, telling Trina that she was rebuilding her financial footing through Jenz Sidwell’s purchases and refinancing her mortgage. However, Trina voiced concerns over Drew’s growing rapport with Kai, prompting Ava to caution her about Drew’s manipulative streak. The conversation turned toward Trina’s mom, Portia, and her visible stress. Ava reassured Trina that all relationships go through rocky phases and not to panic too quickly.
Meanwhile, Kristina’s latest scheme brewed trouble by the Metro Court pool. Determined to undermine Ava and Ric, she offered Cody money to seduce Ava, blaming her for past tragedies, including her and Molly’s pregnancy loss and Morgan’s death. Though hesitant, Cody eventually agreed—after Kristina sweetened the deal with a $1,000 advance and handed over Ava’s sunglasses as a reconnection tool.
At the hospital, Lucky made a quiet, heartfelt exit from town. In a touching moment, he gifted Isaiah the deed to a lakeside cabin, saying it was time to repay a debt. He then visited Laura to say goodbye, and though she didn’t try to stop him, her sadness at seeing him leave again was unmistakable.
Finally, Kai’s apology to Portia came with good intentions but stirred deeper warning bells. Portia accepted his regret but warned him against getting too close to Drew, who she said changed dramatically after returning from Petionville. Her protective instincts over Trina were evident, urging Kai to keep his priorities straight and be cautious about whom he trusts.
The episode delivered on all fronts—drama, betrayal, and moments of quiet emotional depth—each character navigating their shifting landscapes with a mix of vulnerability and strategy.